The Power of Boundaries: Stop Over-Giving & Reclaim Your Energy
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Are you exhausted from giving too much, struggling to say no, or constantly people-pleasing? In this episode of Spirited Straight Talk, Deb and Dana explore why boundaries are more than just saying “no.” They’re divine tools for protecting your energy, honoring your worth, and strengthening your connection with Spirit. Discover how lack of boundaries leads to burnout, why over-giving keeps you stuck, and how reframing your relationship with boundaries can bring freedom and balance. Whether you’ve been drained by relationships, afraid to ask for help, or burned out from trying to please...
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Psychics on TikTok: The Rise of Online Readings & Spiritual Trends
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TikTok has become a major hub for spiritual content—but what does it mean when psychics and mediums take their work to social media? In this episode of Spirited Straight Talk, Deb and Dana explore the explosion of psychics on TikTok, how algorithms fuel spiritual trends, and what seekers should watch out for when engaging with online readings. You’ll discover: Why psychics are drawn to TikTok and what it offers The risks of viral, “quick fix” readings How to separate authentic guidance from entertainment The future of spiritual connection in the digital age If...
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The Divine Feminine, Part 2: Trust, Surrender & Reclaiming Intuition
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Are you constantly trying to prove your worth, control the outcome, or hold everything (and everyone) together? In this powerful follow-up to our Divine Feminine conversation, we explore how surrendering control and embracing softness leads to deeper healing, inner peace, and true spiritual alignment. Deb and Dana dive into how patriarchal conditioning has shaped our relationship with power, why perfectionism and overdoing are defense mechanisms, and how to step into the sacred, intuitive flow of feminine energy. Whether you're healing from burnout, seeking balance in relationships, or longing...
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Reawakening the Divine Feminine: Reconnecting with Intuition, Healing & Sacred Power (Part 1)
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What if the feelings of being “too much” or “not enough” were never actually yours to carry? In this episode of Spirited Straight Talk, Deb Sheppard and Dana Nieto Sheppard dive deep into the powerful resurgence of the Divine Feminine energy—an ancient, non-binary frequency of healing, intuition, creation, and emotional intelligence. Whether you're feeling disconnected, stuck in perfectionism, or yearning to live more authentically, this episode will help you understand how reconnecting with your Divine Feminine energy can lead to profound personal and spiritual transformation. Deb...
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How to Let Go Without Guilt and Reclaim Your Energy
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Feeling drained from always being the strong one? In this episode of Spirited Straight Talk, we explore emotional healing, setting boundaries, breaking codependent cycles, and how to “stay in your lane.” If you're constantly giving to others and neglecting your own needs, this conversation is your wake-up call. Deb Sheppard dives into why we over-give, how ego and guilt play a role, and what it really means to hold space without controlling or rescuing others. You'll learn: Why staying in your own lane is essential for spiritual growth How rescuing others can block their soul journey...
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Why You Resist Change (Even When You’re Miserable or Unhappy)
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Feeling stuck in your life or relationships? This episode of Spirited Straight Talk is all about making real change when it feels impossible. We’ll explore spiritual awakening, emotional healing, and how to break toxic patterns that keep you from living in alignment. 💫 Topics include: Why we resist change (even when we want it) Childhood patterns, soul contracts & emotional triggers Relationship challenges & fear of expansion Dopamine addiction & breaking the drama cycle What it really means to “graduate” in life 🎟️ Join me LIVE in Denver: 💻 Prefer...
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How to Navigate Conflict with Intuition, Not Ego | Spiritual Conflict Resolution Tools
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Tired of repeating the same arguments, feeling misunderstood, or stuck in emotional cycles that never seem to change? In this episode of Spirited Straight Talk, spiritual teacher and medium Deb Sheppard shares practical, powerful tools to help you resolve conflict—not through control or reactivity, but by listening to your intuition instead of your ego. 💛 Need help navigating conflict with clarity, intention, and spirit on your side? → What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✨ ✨ Why conflict is a necessary part of emotional and spiritual growth ✨ How ego escalates...
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Why Empathy Is Disappearing—and Why We Need It More Than Ever
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Why Empathy Is Disappearing—and Why We Need It More Than Ever 💛 Want to connect deeper and heal with support? Visit Hi, it’s Deb 💛 This week on Spirited Straight Talk, Dana and I dive into something I’ve been feeling deeply lately—the rising lack of empathy in our world. From politics and religion to schools and personal relationships, empathy seems to be disappearing from the conversation. But without it, how do we truly connect, heal, and grow? We talk about: ✨ What empathy actually looks like (and what it’s NOT) ✨ Why some people hijack your emotions and can’t hold...
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Unconditional Love: Are You Giving It, or Just Hoping for It?
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Hi, it’s Deb, In this episode of Spirited Straight Talk, Dana and I dive into a topic that touches every one of us - unconditional love. I’m talking about the real, raw kind of love that challenges us to heal… even when it hurts. We talk about how ego sneaks into our relationships and how so many of us end up giving love with strings attached - without even realizing it. I share what I’ve learned over years of teaching and doing deep spiritual work: true unconditional love starts with being authentic to your soul… and letting others love you the only way they know how. If you’ve...
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When Wills Break Families: What Spirit Wants You to Know
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When Wills Break Families: What Spirit Wants You to Know Join me May 3rd for my FREE Masterclass – From Overthinking to Inner Knowing Hi, it’s Deb, In this episode of Spirited Straight Talk, Dana and I are talking about something that comes up all the time in my sessions - family fallout after someone passes and the chaos that often comes with a will (or the lack of one). Whether you’ve been left out, caught in the middle, or left to clean up the emotional mess, you’re not alone. We’re diving into what really happens behind the scenes when money, belongings, and old family wounds...
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Whether you’re caught on the “struggle bus” or just ready to shed old stories, this episode is your reminder that healing is possible—and necessary. We’re diving into the truth behind emotional suffering, victim archetypes, mindfulness, boundaries, and how to hold space for yourself and others without losing your energy in the process.
Let’s talk about how to step off the struggle bus and into your power—one healing layer at a time.
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