Are you familiar with the concept of “The Four Agreements”? Do you strive for personal freedom? Today’s special guests, Toltec masters don Miguel Ruiz and his son, don Jose Ruiz, talk about the power of The Four Agreements and the importance of awareness. The Four Agreements are a powerful code of conduct for attaining personal freedom, and awareness is the first step toward freedom because we cannot be free if we don’t know what we really are. Together they deeply discuss these concepts and how death begins at the moment of conception – your physical body can die at any moment. We must enjoy the preciousness of this life. Don Miguel Ruiz was born into a family of healers and raised in rural Mexico by a curandera (healer) mother and nagual (shaman) grandfather. The family anticipated don Miguel would embrace their centuries old legacy of healing and teaching and as a nagual, carry forward the esoteric Toltec knowledge. Instead, distracted by modern life, Miguel chose to attend medical school and become a surgeon. A near death experience in 1970 changed his life and he began an intensive practice of self-inquiry. He continues to devote himself to the mastery of his ancient ancestral wisdom. His book “The Four Agreements” has been a mega-bestselling book for years. Don Jose, his son, grew up in a long lineage of Toltec Teachers. His father, the Nagual don Miguel Ruiz, and his grandmother, Sarita, passed on their Toltec Teachings to don Jose, who carries on the family tradition of teaching Toltec wisdom. In 2010, don Jose Ruiz released his first book titled “The Fifth Agreement” in partnership with his father, don Miguel Ruiz. Following this publication, don Jose began traveling around the US, Mexico, and South America. Don Jose inspires people in many different ways including through his book signings, lectures, seminars, and hosting intensive journeys to Teotihuacan and other sacred sites around the world. This is Part 1 of the interview. Info: miguelruiz.com and theuniverseofnow.com.
How does one begin to navigate sudden loss? International best-selling author Wayne Dyer passed away suddenly in August 2015 and today Lisa interviews his youngest daughters Serena Dyer Pisoni and Saje Dyer. Growing up with the “Father of Motivation,” as he is so compassionately known, forced Serena and Saje to draw upon deep wells of inner wisdom and consider his life-long teachings at a very personal level. Find out how we can all access the deepest wisdom of our soul, through the good times and the seemingly rough seas, to find our rightful place — essentially how to "become a host to miracles instead of a hostage to circumstances," as they write in their new book, “The Knowing.” Together they all share stories and memories about Wayne, his profound wisdom, and even the signs they believe he is sending from the Other Side. Info: serenadyer.com and sajedyer.com.
What is important to you? In a world so divided, how can we work together? How can we find creative options? So many of us are so good at chronically complaining, but how can we look at workable solutions? Our guest today is Dr. Angeles Arrien, an anthropologist, award-winning author, educator, and corporate consultant who suggests we focus on what IS working. We can turn our thoughts into “possibility thinking” and creative solutions.
Our humanity is braided through our heart. Our countries and nations are different patches of the quilt of humanity. Our call is to be creative and problem-solve together.
Slowing down will help. When we move at a fast pace, we subject ourselves to burn-out. Nature has its own slower rhythm. We can accomplish so much more if we take time to be present and mindful. Various cultures around the world allow for more time with each other, whether it’s spending time on a meal with family, or simply lingering over coffee with friends when possible.
We can also look toward indigenous wisdom. Dr Arrien discusses different cultures and various ways of using our imaginations as a tool for re-visioning. She explains that if you can see it, you can manifest it. Manifestation takes action and goals. Most people talk about the vision, rather than acting on it. She reminds us that people “who cannot vision will perish.”
The root of imagination is to “image.” If you are unsure, how can you reconnect to your vision? How can you begin to imagine? Start with tracking your dreams and discovering what has heart and meaning. We stop ourselves by saying, “when I have time,” or “when I have money.” We need to bring our dreams forward and not leave them on the backburner. What inspires you? What challenges you? How flexible are you with the unexpected? By asking these questions and listening to these answers, we receive an invitation to grow and move forward.
Dr. Angeles Arrien studies creation myths and how these cross-culturally occurring myths provide doorways to envision and re-dream aspects of our lives. She is the President and Founder of the Foundation for Cross-Cultural Education and Research, and a fellow at the Institute of Noetic Sciences. Her work with multi-cultural issues and conflict resolution has been used with the International Human Rights Commission and the World Indigenous Council. Info: AngelesArrien.com
What do astrology and dream interpretation have in common? They are both a language filled with symbols! Interpreting dreams and analyzing an astrology chart are very similar. Would you like to learn more about what your dreams mean or even how to remember them more clearly? And, would you also like to learn more about what the planets have in store for us astrologically in the coming months? Lisa continues the conversation today with Dr. Michael Lennox. Michael is a psychologist, astrologer, expert in dreams and dream interpretation, podcast host, and the author of several books, including his soon-to-be-released title, “Psychic Dreamer: Exploring the Connection Between Dreams and Intuition.” Today he discusses how we are multi-dimensional beings and the link between our dreams and intuition. He even talks about how to connect to loved ones in the dream state and how it’s a multi-dimensional connection involving our spiritual consciousness. You can call on your loved one’s consciousness and see them in the dream state.
Michael also discusses how we can look at the happenings in the world from an astrological view. Many astrologers, including Michael, are saying we have not nearly seen the peak of what’s coming as big planets like Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus change signs. Will it get darker before things get better? Although we are in a darker cycle, we have breakdowns and then breakthroughs. We are in a challenging historical time and an intense astrological cycle, but this time WILL pass. We are resilient. Part of what astrology tells us is that we’ve been in hard times before and it’s a cycle. Things will eventually improve. We must find our inner resilience and also regulate how much information we take in about current events. Neptune guides spirituality and religious ideals and it is moving into a new sign. Uranus is moving, as well as Pluto, marking radical change. Empathic people have it especially difficult, but we are nearing the end of the current cycle.
He also discusses the difference between dreams and intuition and how everyone can learn to receive and interpret messages. He talks about tools to get through these challenging times. We can actually change what we are thinking about. You do not need to stay stuck. You can learn to discipline your mind. Whether through astrology or through dreams, positive, valuable, and important information will be revealed by our subconscious. This is Part 2 of the interview. Info: MichaelLennox.com.
Do you know that disease is not always hereditary? If you change your lifestyle, and your thinking patterns, you may be able to shift your genetics. Our guest today, cellular biologist and best-selling author Dr. Bruce Lipton discusses the effects of positive and negative thoughts on the anatomy of the cell while discussing the new field of epigenetics. Bruce is an internationally recognized authority on identifying and coalescing science and spirit and New York Times best-selling author of “The Biology of Belief” and “The Honeymoon Effect.” Bruce is regarded as one of the leading voices of the new field of biology called epigenetics, which takes into account environmental factors. He discusses leading-edge science and how it dovetails with mind-body medicine and spiritual principles, so we can live healthier, happier lives! Info: BruceLipton.com
Did you know that everyone dreams? Would you like to learn more about what your dreams mean or even how to remember them more clearly? Today’s guest is Dr. Michael Lennox, psychologist, astrologer, expert in dreams and dream interpretation, podcast host, and the author of several books, including his soon-to-be-released title, “Psychic Dreamer: Exploring the Connection Between Dreams and Intuition.” Today he discusses how we are all multi-dimensional beings and the link between our dreams and intuition.
So how do you better remember your dreams? Michael suggests having bedtime rituals and setting intentions to remember. Consciously go into sleep by shutting off the outside world first. Approach it like a ritual. Turn off the TV and all screens. Say a prayer and welcome sleep. It’s like practicing Death. We end our day, and we don’t know if we’ll wake up to the miracle of consciousness in the morning. Approach sleep from an elevated declaration. It’s an important time in your day. Talk to your Higher Self and ask yourself to remember your dreams.
Then, in the morning, be sure to have a device to record your dreams. It’s best to have a notebook, but you can also use your phone recorder. Be sure to have it placed right by your bed because as soon as you get up, you may forget your dreams.
Michael suggests writing something down no matter what. Even if you write, “I don’t remember any of my dreams from last night,” it could help. This is a signal to your unconscious. It may take a little time, but then you’ll open up your dream memory.
He also deeply discusses the difference between dreams and intuition and how everyone can learn to receive and interpret messages. He further explains how interpretation of dreams and analyzing an astrology chart are very similar. Whether through astrology or through dreams, positive, valuable, and important information will be revealed by our subconscious. This is Part 1 of the interview. Info: MichaelLennox.com.
Did you know that nearly 2 billion people worldwide have no access to banking and financial services? A young tech engineer originally from India and living in Silicon Valley, decided to do what he could to change that. Premal Shah first began dreaming of “internet microfinance” while working at PayPal, the online payments company. In late 2004, Premal took a 3-month leave from PayPal to develop and test the internet microfinance concept in India. When he returned to Silicon Valley, he met other like-minded dreamers and quit his job at PayPal to help bring the Kiva concept to life and eventually to scale. At the time of this interview, Kiva had raised more than $1 million each week for the working poor in more than 60 countries and was named a Top 50 Website by TIME Magazine. Today they are helping in more than 80 countries. By donating just a few dollars, you can be part of the solution and change someone’s life for the better. Info and ways to donate at Kiva.org
Would you like to feel happier and more empowered, especially as a woman? Have you ever felt like you just didn’t fit in or found yourself in challenging relationships where you couldn’t be yourself? Lisa continues the conversation today with award-winning author and intuitive and self-worth coach Abiola Abrams. As a first-generation American born to parents from Guyana, South America, Abiola talks about the struggles she felt and the difficulty she had fitting in. She experienced a very different upbringing compared to her neighborhood friends in New York City. She always felt like an outsider. She realized she was a people-pleaser because she so badly wanted to fit in. She explains how so many people do this as a coping mechanism. Women around the world have been told for so long that we are “less than,” and that things are wrong with us. We are made to feel insecure. For most women, this can be stressful and hurtful. It’s challenging until we empower ourselves and realize there is actually nothing wrong.
Abiola explains how we can begin to cultivate self-acceptance and eventually self-love. Compassion and love are the keys. She also discusses Divine feminine power and energy, as well as the use of Oracle Cards as a form of divination and a way to further hear messages from our higher selves. She talks about the deck she developed, the African Goddess Rising Oracle Deck, and how African culture has so many different types of divination from reading chicken bones to sand fox footprints, tea leaves, sand crabs, and even bibliomancy by using the Bible.
Her oracle deck is compiled of African Goddesses and Ancestors from various African countries and places where Africans are living throughout the world including the USA, the Caribbean, and South America. Because Africans experienced human trafficking and slavery, they’ve had to hide their traditions. This deck honors the traditions in surprising ways with messages hidden in folklore and meanings meant to be preserved.
Abiola also discusses her work as a business coach to entrepreneurs and how business and spirituality are not separate. It’s all about love and service, yet you must have conversations about money. It’s about sacred work and moving toward your purpose.
As a sound healer, she utilizes crystal bowls and guided meditations, as well as drumming. She talks about how drumming was forbidden as it was once a form of communication between tribes. It’s a very empowering way of healing.
As a teacher and international retreat leader, Abiola empowers women to find freedom from their personal fears, manifest authentic power, and align with purpose. She is the founder of Mawu's Goddess Mystery School and the international Goddess Retreats. She is the author of womanist theology guidebook "African Goddess Initiation: Sacred Rituals for Self-Love, Prosperity, and Joy” and the best-selling "African Goddess Rising Oracle Deck." Her most recent meditation album is called, "Enter the Goddess Temple." Info: Womanifesting.com