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    • Embracing emotions and finding magic in mundane momentsEmbrace emotions, find joy in play, connect with a higher power through prayer, and perceive beyond the five senses to transform our lives

      The importance of embracing our emotions and being present with them, as the greatest gift we can give to ourselves and others. Emily Fletcher, the host, emphasizes the power of making peace with our emotions and being a silent witness from a place of love. Blue, a guest on the show, shares her dedication to understanding the medicinal nature of the plant kingdom and her ability to perceive beyond the five senses due to her hearing loss. They discuss the importance of finding magic in mundane moments and the significance of the concepts of "play" and "prayer," which Blue defines as engaging in activities that bring joy and connecting with a higher power or source of love and guidance. The simplicity of these ideas, as Emily mentioned, lies in their profound potential to transform our lives and bring us closer to our highest selves.

    • Rediscovering the power of the mundaneTransform mundane moments into opportunities for growth and creativity by finding joy and playfulness in daily routines, and redefining success based on personal happiness and fulfillment.

      The mundane moments of our lives, which often go unnoticed and undervalued, are actually the building blocks of a meaningful and successful existence. These moments, infused with play and prayer, can be transformed into opportunities for growth and creativity. However, we often get disconnected from this perspective due to societal pressures and education systems that prioritize sameness and conformity over individuality and uniqueness. To reclaim our connection to the present moment and the power of the mundane, we can focus on finding joy and playfulness in our daily routines, and redefining success based on personal happiness and fulfillment rather than external markers. Ultimately, the universe responds to our energy and perception, so by approaching the mundane with a sense of wonder and curiosity, we can create a more vibrant and magical reality for ourselves.

    • Mindfully manifesting momentsFocus on desires, transform mundane moments, apply mindfulness and intention to various aspects of life, prioritize activities that enrich spirit and align with values

      Every moment, whether mundane or magical, offers an opportunity for conscious manifestation. By intentionally focusing our attention and energy on what we desire, we can transform seemingly ordinary situations into meaningful experiences. This practice of mindfulness and intention can be applied to various aspects of life, from interacting with others to starting our day. Manifestation and prayer share similarities in that they both involve directing our focus and intention towards our goals. However, manifestation can also encompass a wider range of actions and practices. It's essential to be aware of how we spend our time and attention, as they are our most valuable resources. By prioritizing activities that enrich our spirit and align with our values, we can create a more fulfilling and intentional life.

    • Embrace self-care and enrichmentBy focusing on self-love and embracing all aspects of ourselves, we can unlock inner worthiness and become a source of positivity and healing for others.

      Focusing on self-care and enrichment, rather than depletion, is essential for becoming a source of positivity and healing for others. By making small decisions based on self-love, we can unlock our inner worthiness and capacity to give. This involves embracing all aspects of ourselves, including our emotions, and learning to hold space for ourselves and others with compassion and awareness. Ultimately, the greatest gift we can offer anyone is the ability to be a silent witness from a place of love. This doesn't require fixing or coaching, but rather, being fully present and seeing the person for who they truly are. Just as a child sees a cardboard box as something magical, we too can transform our perspectives and become a source of healing and inspiration for those around us.

    • Expanding Perception Beyond IntellectThrough psychedelics, the speaker gained a deeper understanding of reality by connecting with emotions and nature, emphasizing the importance of interconnectedness and expanding perception beyond the intellect.

      Our perception of reality is subjective and shaped by both our intellect and emotions. The speaker shared an experience of seeing trees in a new light through psychedelics, which felt more real than the previously narrow understanding. Reality, as the speaker points out, is not a fixed concept but varies among individuals. Furthermore, there are different ways of perceiving reality - through the head (intellect) and the heart (emotions). The head may provide a rational understanding of objects, but the heart connects us to a deeper level of wisdom and understanding. The speaker emphasizes the importance of being able to hear nature's teachings and recognizing the interconnectedness of all things. Ultimately, the speaker's experience highlights the value of expanding our perception beyond the narrow confines of the intellect and opening ourselves up to the richness and complexity of the world around us.

    • A diagnosis can force self-reflection and realignmentA life-altering diagnosis, such as hearing loss, can lead to sadness, anxiety, and isolation, but also offers an opportunity for growth and transformation, helping individuals to rediscover their unique gifts and offerings to the world.

      A life-altering diagnosis, such as being diagnosed with a hereditary hearing disorder and being told that you're going deaf, can serve as a pattern interrupt, forcing you to reassess your alignment with your true self and your mission in life. This diagnosis can lead to feelings of sadness, social anxiety, and isolation, especially in social situations where communication becomes a challenge. The diagnosis and its impact on one's ability to communicate effectively can also lead to the loss of a job and financial instability. However, this challenging experience can also serve as an opportunity for growth and transformation, helping individuals to re-focus on their unique gifts and offerings to the world.

    • Art as a source of healing and transformationCreating art can help us find beauty in difficult circumstances, shift focus, and rediscover self-worth, ultimately leading to healing and transformation.

      Even in the darkest and most challenging moments of life, when faced with poverty, disability, and isolation, creating art can be a source of healing, self-discovery, and transformation. The speaker's story illustrates how creating art allowed her to find beauty in her world, shift her focus away from her struggles, and rediscover her self-worth. Despite her circumstances, she chose to create and was shown synchronicities that led to opportunities and financial stability. Her courage and determination to continue creating ultimately saved her life and led her to become an illuminated leader from the inside out.

    • Embracing new opportunities and creating from passionOpenness to new experiences and creating from a place of authenticity can lead to unexpected growth and joy.

      Being open to new opportunities and creating from a place of passion and authenticity can lead to unexpected and profound experiences. The speaker's encounter with One Direction and the resulting tattoo art led to a surge in business and personal growth. This experience, among others, taught her to appreciate the process of creation and embrace the sacredness of all emotions. Her upbringing, surrounded by toys and encouraged to play, further fueled her imagination and creativity. Ultimately, her ability to find joy and meaning in the mundane moments and see the beauty in all aspects of life helped her transform a seemingly dark period into a source of inspiration and growth.

    • Play as a form of prayer and manifestationPlay and laughter connect us to the present moment, allowing us to tap into the universe's energy and manifest our deepest desires

      Play is a powerful form of manifestation and a vital component of human consciousness. Play and laughter, along with orgasm, are two heightened states that allow us to drop deeply into the present moment and disconnect from worries about the past or future. By infusing mundane moments with imagination and excitement, we can tap into the present and bring our desires into reality. My father's ability to keep his child's playful spirit alive allowed me to carry that gift into adulthood, where it continues to inspire and manifest in various aspects of my life. Play is a form of prayer as it connects us to the present moment and the universe's energy, allowing us to manifest our deepest desires.

    • Manifesting through emotionsRecognize and harness emotions like excitement, love, gratitude, and play to manifest desires. Start small and focus on internal narrative and emotions to create a reality that aligns with dreams.

      Our internal state and emotions significantly influence our external reality through the process of manifestation. The speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing and consciously harnessing this power by accessing feelings of excitement, love, gratitude, and play, even in mundane moments. These emotions create a vibrational match to our desires and help us manifest them into our lives. The speaker also encourages starting small by recognizing that we are already manifesting, and that our worth and beauty come from within. By focusing on our internal narrative and emotions, we can create a reality that aligns with our dreams and desires.

    • Choose what enriches and depletes us dailyBe aware of thoughts, actions, and surroundings. Eliminate depleting influences and add enriching ones. Focus on gratitude, creativity, and playfulness.

      We have the power to consciously choose what enriches and depletes us in our daily lives. By being aware of our thoughts, actions, and surroundings, we can eliminate depleting influences and add more enriching ones. This can be as simple as unfollowing someone on social media who makes us feel bad about ourselves, or taking a moment each day to focus on things we're grateful for. By making small, conscious decisions, we can create a reality that brings us more peace and joy. Remembering our childlike curiosity and creativity is also essential in infusing more play and playfulness into our everyday moments. So, take some time to reflect on what made you happy as a child and find ways to incorporate that into your adult life. The key is to focus on the process rather than the end goal.

    • Reconnecting with our inner child and embracing playfulnessEmbrace activities that bring us back to our essence, learn from children, and consider parenting as an opportunity for growth.

      Reconnecting with our childlike self and embracing playfulness can help us access deeper states of joy, presence, and manifestation. This can be achieved through various activities that bring us back to our essence, such as playing games, painting, singing, or simply having a conversation with a loved one. Children, as geniuses, can teach us to tap into our own inner genius and reactivate our pilot frame of wonder and curiosity. Furthermore, instead of seeing parenting as an obstacle to personal growth, we can become our children's apprentices and learn from their pure and unfiltered perception of reality. By joining them in their frequency and meeting them in their moments of emotion, we can both grow and heal together. Additionally, working with plant medicines can offer profound insights and mysteries, inviting us to explore the depths of our consciousness and expand our understanding of the universe.

    • Discovering Superpowers through Healing WoundsIn a supportive sisterhood, women heal wounds to unlock unique strengths and contribute to a better future.

      Our greatest challenges can be our greatest gifts, and that's a fundamental belief in Flourish's Modern Mystery School for women. The school, which is a sisterhood, aims to provide a safe space for women to recognize and heal their deepest wounds, and in doing so, discover their unique superpowers. The curriculum, which lasts for seven weeks, includes the activation of women's genetic profiles based on the I Ching in astrology, and the participation of guest speakers like Richard Rudd and Matthias DeStefano. The school's founder emphasizes the importance of true listening, which she identifies as her own greatest challenge and gift. The space is designed to foster genuine sisterhood, where women can inspire and support each other, and where everyone's challenges are recognized and valued. The ultimate goal is to create a world where more liberated women can share their voices and truths, contributing to a better future for generations to come.

    • Empowering Women to Become Metal Medicine WomenThrough a 7-week online program, women learn to unlock their gifts, create original music, and integrate various aspects of life with more pleasure and joy, while building a foundation in meditation, prayer, and altar work before working with plant medicines in a safe and supportive all-female container.

      The Hollow Bone module is about learning to get out of the way and allow medicine music to flow through us, recognizing that we're here to pray and not perform. This 7-week online program empowers women to unlock their gifts, create original music, and give birth to themselves through safe and supportive ceremonies. The program also teaches the importance of having a foundation in meditation, prayer, and altar work before working with plant medicines. The all-female container allows women to feel a deeper sense of safety and unlock in a more profound way. The ultimate goal is to become a Metal Medicine Woman, having the necessary tools to be that which is needed in any situation. The program also addresses the importance of integrating various aspects of life with more pleasure and joy. The reason for an all-female container is the unique safety and unlocking that occurs when women are in a space together, recognizing the power of being a bearer of the Stargate Enterprise (Yoni or pussy) and the potential for deep transformation from one dimension to the next.

    • Empowering mothers and embracing vulnerabilities for a balanced futureEmpowering mothers fosters free-thinking individuals, while embracing vulnerabilities with men creates a safe space for growth. The future is about integration and balance, with the shift in consciousness in 2027 leading to the collapse of outdated systems.

      The empowerment of mothers and the recognition of the importance of their role in shaping the next generation is crucial for producing free-thinking individuals. This can be facilitated by the presence of men who embody the divine masculine, providing a new reference point for women and allowing them to unravel and embrace their "sacred shit" - their deepest vulnerabilities and insecurities - in a safe and loving environment. The future is not about male or female dominance, but about integration and balance. Societal structures based on control and win-lose mentality are becoming obsolete as we evolve as a species, and the shift in consciousness that is coming in 2027 will see the crumbling of systems that do not support life. The key is to ask deeper questions and seek understanding to prepare for this evolution.

    • The process of personal and societal transformation can be fear-inducing but necessary for growth.Focus on what nourishes us and let go of what no longer serves us to make way for new growth.

      Society, like a house, may appear beautiful on the surface but may have deep-rooted issues that require addressing. People are seeking healing and connection with their multidimensional selves, as well as with other worlds and dimensions. However, the process of transformation can be fear-inducing as old systems of control crumble. It's essential to focus on what nourishes us and find joy in the mundane. Destruction and creation are part of the cycle of life, and we must be willing to let go of what no longer serves us to make way for new growth. Blue's words have resonated deeply with many, offering valuable insights and inspiration for living authentically and in alignment with one's truth. To continue the conversation, listeners are invited to attend a special masterclass offered by Blue and other teachers at zivameditation.com.

    • Monthly event for collective blissJoin others online to reduce stress, foster bliss, and unlock deeper happiness through meditation and prayer.

      Believing in the inherent right to experience bliss and coming together with like-minded individuals to reduce stress through meditation and prayer can lead to a more blissful collective experience. This idea is encapsulated in the monthly event called a "bliss activation," which invites people from around the world to join for free and engage in activities designed to foster personal and collective bliss. By focusing on bliss and reducing stress, participants can potentially unlock a deeper sense of happiness and well-being. If this concept resonates with you, consider joining the next bliss activation at zivameditation.com/activate.

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