Trigger of Mirror
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Laura Brennan Ballet, a bestselling author and mindset developer, believes in the power of conscious thought and energy to shape one's reality. She advocates for understanding the origins of negative thought patterns and empowering oneself to break free from them. Ballet emphasizes that challenges and triggers are opportunities for personal growth, encouraging individuals to move beyond unconscious patterns and cultivate a life of fulfillment. Find out more at
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Tapout Burnout
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Tracy Inscore, an attorney and energy healer, specializes in helping professionals, particularly lawyers, overcome burnout by using Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) tapping. She combines her legal background with holistic healing methods to address the mental, emotional, and physical stress experienced in high-pressure work environments. Inscore emphasizes the importance of integrating mind, body, and spirit, and encourages her clients to explore the root causes of their stress through self-healing techniques. Find out more at
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Cultivating the Power of Ritual
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Sadhu Dah, a circus aerialist, exorcist, and digital nomad living in Asia, combines his diverse experiences, from trekking through Borneo's jungles to performing on stages in Bangkok and Bali. He uses his knowledge of meditation, demonology, and trauma regression, learned under monks and forest shamans, to perform rituals and exorcisms. He navigates these extraordinary experiences while grounding himself through daily heart brain coherence meditation. Find out more at
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Sacred Sexuality
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Maggie Kelly speaks with sexuality educator Courtney Fae Long about the importance of embracing one’s sexual energy and how it influences confidence and joy in life. Long shares her journey toward overcoming sexual shame and highlights the necessity of fulfilling one's own sexual needs through self-exploration and communication. They discuss the significance of authentic connection, the role of intimacy in relationships, and practical strategies for enhancing sexual expression and overall well-being. Find more at
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Hormonal Harmony
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In this episode of the Life Illuminated Podcast, host Maggie Kelly welcomes functional medicine practitioner Crystal Felice to discuss critical topics such as gut health and hormonal balance. The conversation delves into practical strategies for addressing hormonal changes, managing stress, and improving overall health through holistic approaches, emphasizing that everyone deserves to thrive, not just survive. Find out more at
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Obstacles into Opportunities
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Host, Maggie Kelly discusses personal transformation with Rhonda Parker Taylor, an author and expert in overcoming life's obstacles. Rhonda shares practical strategies for individuals feeling stuck, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, emotional intelligence, and nurturing connections with nature. Their conversation highlights the significance of setting healthy boundaries and cultivating a growth mindset to navigate life's challenges and embrace opportunities for growth. Find out more at
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From Junkie to Judge
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Maggie Kelly interviews retired judge Mary Beth O'Connor about her journey from meth addiction to sobriety and her eventual career success. Mary Beth shares her experiences with childhood abuse that led to her substance use disorder, her path to getting sober after hitting rock bottom, and her experience with the 12-step program in rehab. After rehab, she discovered different paths to recovery and found one that worked for her, ultimately leading her to law school and a successful career as a judge.
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Functional Medicine for Women
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Maggie Kelly interviews Dr. Stacey Francis, a functional medicine expert, about achieving a life full of unstoppable energy. Dr. Francis explains how she helps women overcome fatigue and other health issues by looking beyond standard lab ranges and addressing root causes with natural remedies. She emphasizes the importance of choosing whole foods, identifying food sensitivities, and thoroughly investigating issues like thyroid imbalances and gut health to achieve optimal wellness. Find out more at
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Energetic Leadership
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Maggie Kelly interviews Gitte Madelaire about Energetic Leadership, a concept focused on creating conscious leaders by mastering energetic language and intuition. Gitte explains that this approach helps align employee's personal purpose with the organization's goals, fostering greater coherence and improving overall performance. She introduces nine trends to help leaders explore how to approach this alignment and what it means for the future of their organizations. Find out more at ww
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Laughter Yoga
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Maggie Kelly interviews Jaime Raygoza, a certified laughter yoga teacher, about the practice and its benefits. Jamie explains that laughter yoga combines yogic breathing with playful exercises to promote joy and release emotions, often leading to a sense of relief and a renewed perspective on life. He shares his personal journey from skeptic to instructor, emphasizing how laughter yoga helped him consciously choose joy and shift his emotional state. Find out more at
info_outlineIn this episode, Maggie interviews "muse for hire" Stephon Brown who utilizes mental cartography to help people gain clarity by connecting new information with what they already know. In a demonstration with Maggie, he showcases his approach. The conversation continues to explore techniques for enhancing awareness and soft skills that support the process of musing.