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In this episode of the Halfway to Dead podcast, host Jen Lovell discusses the importance of supporting children who have suffered abuse and neglect and are in the foster care system. She interviews Kristen Jackson, the Executive Director of the Child Network, who explains two programs: the Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) and the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program. The CAC provides forensic interviews for children who have been abused, while CASA volunteers advocate for the best interests of children in foster care. The episode emphasizes the need for community support and collaboration to ensure the well-being of these children. The conversation highlights the need for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteers in the foster care system. Currently, only about 50% of the children in the CASA program have a volunteer, and nationwide there are approximately 400,000 children waiting for a CASA worker. The conversation emphasizes the importance of CASA volunteers in providing support and advocacy for children in the system, ensuring their needs are met and their voices are heard. It also discusses other ways to support these programs even if you are unable to become a CASA… such as donating, volunteering for fundraising events, and voting for the right politicians and judges in your local area that support and prioritize funding for CAC and CASA programs.

About Our Guest
Kristin Jackson has served as the Executive Director of Child Network since 2011. She first joined Child Network in 2005 as the Family Advocate for the Children’s Advocacy Center and then transitioned to the CAC’s Forensic Interviewer in 2007. Kristin also co-chairs the 21st Judicial Circuit Child Abuse Prevention Committee and is a member of Kiwanis.
"I believe everyone deserves a happy childhood free from abuse and neglect and I am grateful to play a part in ensuring this is the case for our community's children.." -Kristin Jackson
Contact Kristin at: KJackson@ChildNetwork.org

Links to Resources Mentioned

If your local to Jen's area: Child Network
https://www.childnetwork.org/
https://il-childnetwork.evintosolutions.com/volunteerapplication

To find a CASA program near you:
https://nationalcasagal.org/our-work/programs/

To report abuse:
1-800-25-ABUSE

Advocate For Legislation:
https://nationalcasagal.org/advocate-for-children/advocate-for-legislation/

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Calling all animal lovers!!! In this episode Jen interviews Kelly McCully, a certified animal Reiki practitioner. They discuss the benefits of animal Reiki, the differences between human and animal Reiki, and the importance of consent in working with animals. Kelly shares her experiences working with animals and how Reiki can promote healing and relaxation. Jen & Kelly also walk you through what a session looks like and what happened during Jen’s Reiki session with her dog, Duke. The conversation also touches on end-of-life care for animals and the deep connection between humans and animals. Reiki can provide benefits for both animals and humans, including relief from physical and emotional issues, promoting balance, and strengthening the connection between human and animal. Animal Reiki can be used with a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, horses, birds, reptiles, and farm animals. Kelly also bravely shares what big life event led her to start down the path of her own personal spiritual journey and ultimately her animal reiki practice.

Kelly is a Usui Reiki Level 3 Reiki Master and Certified Animal Reiki Master Teacher. She is dedicated to exploring the connection between animals and humans through the power of energy healing. Kelly combines her understanding of animal behavior with Reiki to promote relaxation, healing, and harmony for her clients. She is the founder of Purple Paws Animal Reiki: Reiki for Animals and Their Humans.

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Denise shares her personal story of going through a divorce in her 40's after 23 years of marriage. She shares her insights and advice for women going through divorce and starting over in midlife. She emphasizes the importance of taking care of oneself, setting goals, and celebrating small wins. Denise encourages women to create a clear vision for their future and to invest in their own well-being. She also highlights the value of joining supportive communities and seeking practical resources to help navigate the challenges of divorce.

Denise Brathwaite is a Life Coach from New York. Denise has degrees in behavioral psychology, health & human services, and HR management. She owns Denise Brathwaite Enterprises and has started a community of divorced women over 40, Your Best Life is Waiting for You, which focuses on the empowerment, knowledge, encouragement and the confidence needed to achieve their individual goals. Denise's message is one of empowerment and resilience, reminding women that they have the power to thrive after divorce.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Overview

02:26Denise Brathwaite's Story: Rebuilding After Divorce

09:13The Importance of Having a Plan

13:08Taking Control of Your Financial Situation

19:24Prioritizing Your Happiness and Empowerment

25:39Preparing for Divorce: Practical Steps

32:54Finding Resources for Housing and Childcare

37:37The Power of Journaling and Self-Reflection

41:54Focusing on the Present Moment and Setting Small Goals

43:45Prioritizing Personal Growth and Well-being

52:24Building a Supportive Community for Divorce Recovery

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In this episode, Natalie Brown shares with Jen her journey, how she was raised as an atheist but became an evangelical Christian, what led her to her spiritual journey, her mental health crisis and how meditation helped her out of it. We also explore the power of mantras, the importance of setting intentions, breathwork techniques, meditation techniques for someone struggling with ADHD, and different types of meditation practices to help you find what works best for you on your own journey.

Natalie is a Canadian-born meditation guide, a mindful vocalist, spiritual seeker, songwriter, and storyteller who unceasingly seeks to find meaning in life, understand the human condition, and help others do the same. She is the author of Learn How to Meditate: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide and 90-day Journal and is currently certifying to be a life coach to help and support others in their personal journey.

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Key Highlights From The Episode:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest, Natalie Brown
• [03:31] Natalie's spiritual awakening and how her journey started
• [09:04] Natalie’s mental health crisis and how it led to her biggest spiritual epiphany
• [12:59] How meditation has helped Natalie heal and create space to be
• [13:59] How Natalie ended up in Uganda
• [19:47] The different types of meditation across different cultures
• [21:38] How to figure out what meditation practice works for you
• [29:36] How to get back to the consciousness of your breath
• [30:38] The easiest breathing technique for calming your nervous system
• [32:40] What Mantra is and how it works in meditation
• [36:58] Respecting culture and what Namaste and namaskar means
• [42:02] Natalie’s meditation and pep talks videos on Insight Timer
• [45:45] How to set the intention for your meditation practice
• [51:50] 5 Simple things to focus on in your meditation journey
• [56:31] Meditation techniques for someone struggling with ADHD
• [01:01:11] How to personalize meditation to what works for you
• [01:04:31] What next for Natalie on her spiritual journey
• [01:11:40] Wrap up and end of the show

Resources Mentioned

Learn How To Dominate by Natalie Brown: https://www.amazon.com/Learn-How-Meditate-Step-Step/dp/B0B6XX6F4B#:~:text=Natalie%20Brown.

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Spiritual awakening is a powerful moment when you start to see life in a new way, feeling deeply connected to the world around you. It is like waking up from a dream, where you become more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and the true meaning of life. This experience often leads to inner peace and a strong desire to live with purpose, compassion, and understanding. It is a journey of letting go of old beliefs, healing past wounds, and finding a deeper connection with your true self and the universe.

In this episode, Heather Danielle talks about recognizing the beginning of a spiritual journey or awakening. What are the signs, and what might you be feeling? We also explore the different phases of a spiritual journey, which can help you understand where you are on your path and what might lie ahead. Additionally, we discuss the first steps to take when you are ready to start communicating with your spirit team, higher self, or angels.

Heather Danielle is a psychic medium and mentor who assists newly awakened souls in overcoming their fears, making sense of the metaphysical, and opening up to their spiritual gifts. Passionate about helping others tap into their own spiritual powers, Heather Danielle didn't always know she had abilities. Once she discovered how to use them, her life transformed. She began to feel supported, loved, guided, and close to the spiritual realm, which completely changed her whole life. Now, she helps others do the same with their lives. She is the host of The Spiritual AF Life podcast, founder of The Spiritual AF Academy, and the author of the book, “ Anxiety to Angels.”

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and what in for you in today’s show with Heather Danielle
• [04:12] Heather’s motivation to start her spiritual journey up to becoming a psychic medium
• [11:00] Signs that one is beginning their spiritual journey or awakening
• [11:42] Two major catalysts to spiritual awakening
• [13:43] Why alot of spiritual awakening starts during midlife
• [14:38] The phases of spiritual awakening
• [15:10] #The Awakening Phase and what you can do in this phase
• [17:33] #The purification process
• [19:24] #The shadow phase
• [24:27] #Tapping to the higher self
• [26:09] #The Enlightenment phase
• [29:16] Having a “dark night of the soul?”
• [35:46] What phase should you start connecting with your spiritual team?
• [39:27] How the spiritual team communicate with you, and how to relate to them
• [58:14] Why Heather has halted card readings to focus on bodybuilding
• [01:04:16] Heather’s golden message; the Inner Temple
• [01:06:41] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

• “We are spiritual beings having a human experience. And so your spiritual side is your biggest and will start leaking out when you go through this awakening process.” [12:53]
• “Your spiritual path is a path to yourself. It is a path to learning about yourself and how you are an interdimensional and amazing being.” [21:12]
• “Whatever you are resistant to changing, doing or starting is what’s going to be your key out.” [23:52]
  
  

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Heather Danielle

Website: https://therealheatherdanielle.com/

Spiritual Academy: https://therealheatherdanielle.com/spiritual-af-academy/

Heather’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-Angels-Step-Step-Connection/dp/1701092980

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Hop in and ride shotgun with Jen today...solo! In this episode Jen shares some podcast stats, and answers the questions listeners have been asking. Find out what Jen thinks is the most important thing you need to do at the beginning of your spiritual journey. Jen has been there, and she shares the things she has found most helpful in her own journey to guide you through this transformative time.

Every journey of spiritual awakening begins with a desire for more and a longing for deeper meaning. It involves peeling away the layers of daily distractions to uncover the true essence of our being. Spiritual growth starts with inner work and connecting with our innermost selves. But, with meditation, prayer, and connecting with nature, each step on this journey brings greater awareness, purpose, and a sense of interconnectedness with all life. Spirituality is about doing the self-work, protecting your energy, and finding peace and fulfillment from within. It is a continuous process of learning, evolving, and deepening our understanding of ourselves and our place in the universe.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and what's in store for you in today’s show
• [05:07] How the name Halfway To Dead podcast came about
• [07:04] The meaning and origin of the Halfway To Dead podcast symbol, Unalome
• [10:11] Why Jen intentionally brings humor to every discussion
• [11:28] How to share your story, suggestions, and questions with Jen
• [15:29] The most important thing to do when starting your spiritual journey
• [16:00] How to protect your energy and ground yourself every day
• [17:38] Tips on how to start and end your day with meditation and prayer
• [25:26] Tools to help you get started with your meditation
• [29:24] What to do when you're heading towards reframing and releasing
• [35:56] Going outside and getting back to nature
• [37:31] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

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  “It’s so important to protect your energy; we’re all dealing with something, and you have to disconnect so that you can have the energy to put into your spiritual journey.” [16:03]
• “Watch funny videos but do not doom scroll social media; it is not a good place to be at the end of the day; it could put you in the worst mood ever.” [25:04]
• “If you want to get something out of your brain quickly, you have to get your brain busy with something else.” [33:12]
• “Moving around out in nature is really nurturing, especially if you're working through some stuff or spending a lot of time alone.” [36:22]
  
  

Resources Mentioned

Insight timer: https://insighttimer.com/

Frequency: Healing Sounds Download in Apple App Store

Mind Valley: https://www.mindvalley.com/

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Part of our midlife spiritual journey is doing the work, whether it’s healing your inner child, doing shadow work, or forgiveness. This requires courage and vulnerability, but the rewards are profound. It leads to a deeper understanding of who we are, greater emotional resilience, and the ability to live more authentically. By facing our past traumas, acknowledging our shadow selves, and learning to forgive ourselves and others, we unlock the chains that hold us back, break free from limiting patterns, embrace our true potential, and, greatest of all, reclaim our power and finding the freedom to live a more fulfilling and empowered life.

In this episode, we talk about doing the inner work, what it is, and where to get started with a special guest, Tianna Roser. Tiana Roser is a Usui Reiki Master, Spiritual Mentor, and Certified Clinical Hypnotist who specializes in Past Life Regression, Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique, and Life Between Lives Regression. She's the author of Awakening Transformation: A Beginner’s Guide to Becoming Your Higher Self and co-host of the Beyond the Illusion Podcast. Tianna helps spiritual seekers clarify their purpose and overcome obstacles so they can stop playing small and truly embrace their authentic power as a lightworker.

What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest, Tianna Roser
• [03:41] Tianna’s wake-up call and how her spiritual journey started
• [08:43] What triggered Tianna to look beyond atheism
• [13:15] What shadow work is, and how to heal your shadow self
• [22:24] The benefits of reclaiming your shadows
• [27:08] Spiritual bypassing and why it’s destructive to us
• [29:27] What to do if you have trouble doing the shadow work
• [35:30] Inner child work and why you should do it before shadow work
• [38:05] Practical steps on how to work and heal your inner child
• [43:20] How to visualize and care for your inner child
• [44:10] How to channel out past memories and childhood trauma
• [46:31] Forgiveness and why it’s for us, not others
• [56:38] Blocks in spirituality and how to overcome them in your journey
• [01:03:49] Finding a trusted practitioner to hold space for you
• [01:05:51] Awakening Soul Program and where to get started
• [01:13:18] Dark awakening work and how it can be empowering
• [01:16:21] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

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  “We're all part of the oneness, we're all both human and divine, perfectly imperfect and imperfectly perfect.” [13:24]
• “What we disown within ourselves, we will project on others.” [18:24]
• “Shadow work is going to be easier for you if you have your own inner nurturing first.” [36:22]
• “When we stuff energies, they become blocks in our energetic system, create physical issues, or come out in a weird way.” [42:36]
• “Forgiveness frees us, because we're carrying the poison that's meant for our enemies.” [46:32]
• “Freedom and empowerment are the gifts of doing the inner work; otherwise, we're stuck in victim consciousness, which is so disempowering.” [01:15:50]
  
  

Resources Mentioned

Awakening Transformation by Tianna Roser: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Tianna-Roser/author/B09DB5CD94?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Radicle Forgiveness by Colin Tipping: https:/

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Intuition is a powerful innate ability that serves as our inner compass and guide. It manifests as subtle nudges, gut feelings, and inexplicable knowings that can profoundly impact our decision-making and life experiences. By cultivating and trusting our intuition, we can tap into a deeper wisdom that transcends logical reasoning, leading to more authentic and fulfilling lives.

In this episode, Laura Marie, an evidential medium, returns to share valuable tips on developing and honing our intuitive abilities. She explores various tools and techniques to enhance intuition, including meditation, crystal work, pendulum use, and automatic writing. Laura discusses the importance of paying attention to signs from the universe and how to interpret them. She also talks about auras and energy fields and how to perceive and understand them. Are you looking to unlock your intuitive potential and deepen your spiritual connection? Join us for actionable steps to help you trust your inner voice and navigate life with greater clarity and confidence.

What You Will Learn:

[00:01] Intro and Laura’s background as an evidential medium

[03:51] Intuition and how it manifests

[05:02] Jen's intuitive experience with a tree in her backyard

[14:10] Laura's powerful intuition during her pregnancy

[18:17] The importance of slowing down to notice intuitive signs

[20:26] Meditation as a key practice for developing intuition

[24:48] How to use a pendulum and cards for divination purposes

[30:21] How to use automatic writing and spirit scribbles to connect with inner selves

[33:54] Seeing and interpreting auras

[37:20] How to approach using crystals and understanding their energies

[41:03] Challenges of using multiple crystals at once

[42:36] The idea of smudging to clear stagnant energy from a space

[44:00] Difference between centering and grounding

[45:22] Benefits of grounding and connecting with the earth

[49:53] Importance of natural connections and grounding practices

[56:54] Different psychic abilities and their associated senses

[01:14:59] Tips for developing intuition

Standout Quotes:

• "We have to slow our minds down and hear those messages. Or listen to our dreams that are coming to us. Listen to the little signs that are being sent our way." [18:06]
• "If there's anything you can do, I would say give yourself a couple moments today to meditate. That's really the best way to start. Kickstart your whole journey." [20:26]
• "I always say there's something there. But automatic writing is just a different form; it's almost like you're in a meditative writing stance." [00:31:04]
• "We all have an aura around us. Yeah. And then when that energy field is broken, your body can identify that allergy." [00:37:03]
• "There's always a reason. So when you get frustrated, even with drivers. People get all mad driving. Just take a chill. Because there's always a reason" [01:09:03]
• "Everyone can tap into their intuition. You're using different parts of your brain and just kind of trusting in the process." [01:14:53]
• “We all have one tone. No one has the same tone of voice. It's all unique to you.” [01:19:21]
  
  

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Laura Marie

Website: https://www.lauramariemedium.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura_marie_medium_/

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