In this episode hosts Tava Baird and Jennifer Taylor dive deep into handling the complexities of our rapidly changing world. Jennifer expresses her quest for guidance, clarity and purpose while living in challenging times. Through her sharing of song, she catalyses an unusually lengthy response to her questions, from Samael. Tava and Jennifer explore various spiritual insights and messages, emphasizing the importance of following personal guidance and focusing on the work that aligns with one's true path, including practical tips on shifting focus from distressing news to impactful actions.

Listeners will hear inspiring stories about the power of community, sustainable living, and small acts of kindness that can lead to significant change. The episode concludes with a song Samael called, "Sanctuary", intended to help listeners transition from a state of survival to one of thriving and embracing the hope and possibilities of the future.

SHOW NOTES:

Transcript of Samaels' words on the Falling of the City: https://www.tavabaird.com/blog

Toni Morrison in The Marginalian: https://www.themarginalian.org/2016/11/15/toni-morrison-art-despair/

Book (so you can see and read about it): Instructions to the Cook

Videos: Virtual Choirs During the Pandemic:

STUNNING - Tava's favorite: Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir 4: Fly to Paradise

Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir 6: Sing Gently

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ia8l2T3-JAw (Short Film)

Stay at Home Choir: Caledonia

Pandemic Virtual Choir: I'll Fly Away

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Jennifer Taylor: Willow Ridge Reiki and Healing Arts https://www.willowridgereiki.com/

Embracing the Sacred Darkness: Exploring Death, Spirits, and Ancestors

In part two of the Mystical Musings podcast episode on embracing the sacred darkness, the hosts continue their discussion on death, spirits, and the afterlife. They share personal experiences with embodied and disembodied spirits, including encounters and the presence of ancestral spirits. Samuel's insights reveal that death is a transition rather than an end, and spirits may choose to stay for various reasons. The podcast also touches on preparing for death, honoring ancestors, acknowledging the work of spirits, and the importance of living soulfully to ensure a good death. Ultimately, they emphasize recognizing the divine nature of the spiritual realm and striving to live well and die well.

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In this freeform podcast episode, hosts Jennifer Taylor and Tava Baird explore themes around music, spirituality, and the concepts of light and darkness. Jennifer introduces the monochord, an instrument that produces a hypnotic sound ideal for meditation and healing. The conversation shifts to a spiritual discussion prompted by a message from the angel Samael, who speaks about the interconnectedness of light and darkness and the necessity of embracing both. This leads to broader reflections on divine feminine energy, the misconceptions around light and darkness in spirituality, and the cultural handling of death and dying. The episode encourages a paradigm shift in understanding the sacred aspects of darkness and the end-of-life process.

Resources:

Book: Graceful Exits: How Great Beings Die
See it here: https://www.amazon.com/Graceful-Exits-stories-Tibetan-Buddhist/dp/1590302702/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2N7W6D1OIWGRQ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2heT4Zdptl8uDLHCauatQSp4uHgrjrWKfzIjRlR3IE4SoNOVoOWvVM2tNhJaGZFSlPKeKkRqK_og4ewCk3IJbzNk9RU7nRCylPdVBy-K4lmVvfc0HwoLsaflspDFmif2fwgWSVms01USfTSRG7uldoZ_-Khxcnw5asTPbePH9dqQTOc9Zt8q4Dtaosf4lw_h8g8RgEDG3aJEubHc28t8KA1G_bHjh1KUIG25BY-KPEU.Kqzzk2xEg0_9GjtTJnkFuryspW5nS8gTVC1hf7FIn2s&dib_tag=se&keywords=graceful+exits&qid=1738039680&s=books&sprefix=graceful+exits%2Cstripbooks%2C61&sr=1-1

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This is the song that came through Jenn during Season 2 Episode 4 podcast. Samael advised that it should be both made into a round and arranged with instrumentation. (see Bonus Material Episode 5 for other arrangement)

Samael says of this song:

"It is a calling for the souls to gather, calling to join, to come together in the temple to celebrate unlimited potential; to dance atop the concept of your unworthiness and trample it underfoot back into the earth, where it will be placed back in the cycle and healed. Dance to it."

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This is the song that came through Jenn during Season 2 Episode 4 podcast. Keith and Jenn added instrumentation to the vocal recording. We are still waiting for the Zills to arrive to add to it, in accordance with Samael's instructions. This is its current iteration, which we share that you may sing and dance along.

Samael says of this song:

"It is a calling for the souls to gather, calling to join, to come together in the temple to celebrate unlimited potential; to dance atop the concept of your unworthiness and trample it underfoot back into the earth, where it will be placed back in the cycle and healed. Dance to it."

May you be blessed.

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Jennifer Taylor: Willow Ridge Reiki and Healing Arts https://www.willowridgereiki.com/

This episode continues the discussion on personal transformation, focusing on how shifting one's identity can lead to lasting change. Through compelling conversations and personal stories, Jennifer Taylor and Tava Baird explore the importance of self-perception, the power of language, and how to cultivate positive habits and beliefs. The episode also features special insights from Samael about embracing our potential. Jenn receives a song that holds an empowerment for his words. The episode concludes with unexpected instructions from Samael on exactly how to arrange the songs, what instruments to add and the empowerment that is held within the song. See Bonus Episodes 5 and 6 to hear the results!

Introduction: Picking up from Part 1
Topic Three: Identity and Change
Personal Story: Overcoming Labels
The Power of Evidence and Small Goals
The Role of Language in Self-Perception
Experimentation and Breaking Habits
Samael's Message on Heroes and Potential
Musical Empowerment Exploration
Samael Gives Musical Composition Instructions

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Jennifer Rackow (for personal or business transformation consulting):

jennifer@jenergyinternational.com

http://linkedin.com/in/jennifer-rackow


Atomic Habits (link to book cover): https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.iK33XS_fMSvBGfTjIj1wNpQPRVtHxsKrw-yLtoDgpWNL4YvWTLr1WxR6VKUFjIrSkbvyHNFpTPZVPzFhf3zJa47HBqRaR8ZwUoSKzLxdSmIM8hUwxkLzZckqD8Wr9V8zoYLlfEkjr5zTljlJJZz7Q2Nqg8_kmOGY-tjrX5qpK9YsbOMJB_vhXmez6H0y-dl2hxwDElWg1MLM7CN_WPkEr23sUDjIvGvDqbHtoY-XH0w.mo0YpoVNY79-2_sK4nI8C8_aitlkIaS4pqwBKeL4EA8&dib_tag=se&hvadid=602222146494&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9007571&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=3937208469406863396&hvtargid=kwd-1668531942405&hydadcr=22533_10353822&keywords=atomic+habits%27&qid=1736389984&sr=8-1

Embracing Incremental Change and the Power of Laughter

In this episode, hosts Jen and Tava explore the concept of making small, incremental changes for long-term transformation. They discuss insights from James Clear's 'Atomic Habits,' emphasizing the power of improving by just 1% each day. Tava shares her personal struggles with sustaining positive habits, while Jen talks about the healing benefits of laughter and how it helped her cope with a challenging holiday season marked by a COVID-19 scare. The hosts also delve into the importance of focusing on systems rather than specific goals, and the value of staying open to unexpected outcomes. They reflect on the broader spiritual and energetic implications of these ideas, offering practical advice for listeners looking to make sustainable changes in their lives.

00:00 New Year Greetings and Reflections

01:14 Healing Through Sound and Meditation

06:25 Angelic Messages and Spiritual Insights

09:25 The Power of Laughter and Energy Management

11:53 Rediscovering Joy and Creativity

13:48 Sustainable Habits and Personal Growth

21:51 The Concept of Incremental Improvements

33:28 The Importance of Systems Over Goals

41:33 Embracing Flexibility and Open-Mindedness

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Katherine May's Book Wintering: (link to Amazon so you can see what it looks like:)
CLICK HERE

Finding Inner Warmth

In this episode of the 'Warming the Soul' series, the discussion covers practical gift exchange ideas, such as giving a furry blanket and gourmet treats, and explores themes related to inner warmth and rest. The hosts recommend the book 'Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times' by Katherine May and share personal anecdotes about learning to prioritize rest and joy. They also delve into societal pressures around busyness, implementing 'rest-offs' among friends, and shifting perspectives to value happiness and ease over hard work. Additionally, they touch on concepts like non-competitive gratitude, the influence of mentors, child upbringing, and the importance of allowing oneself to receive appreciation.

00:00 Introduction to Warming the Soul

00:08 Gift Exchange Tips and Tricks

01:06 The Comfort of a Furry Blanket

01:42 The Power of Rest and Retreat

04:02 The Busy Life Experiment

06:04 Bragging About Rest and Self-Care

16:50 The Value of Happiness Over Hard Work

25:32 Lessons from the Dalai Lama

28:19 The Importance of Letting Go of Time

35:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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