Join host Daniela Hess, founder of Great Energy, for an insightful conversation with astrologer Raina Elkins. In this episode, they explore the foundational elements of astrology, focusing on the narratives within your birth chart, the influence of planetary transits, and the guiding role of your North Node.

Discover how your birth chart serves as a cosmic blueprint, revealing the story of your soul's journey. Learn about transits—the dynamic movements of planets—and how they influence your life's unfolding chapters. Uncover the role of the North Node as your personal compass, directing you toward growth and purpose.

Whether you're new to astrology or seeking to deepen your understanding, this conversation offers valuable insights to illuminate your path. Tune in to explore the stars and the stories they tell about you.

When life cracks us open, some of the most powerful healing modalities are born — not from textbooks, but from lived experience. In this heartfelt conversation, Daniela welcomes her dear friend and colleague, Jacob Vermeulen of Songdance, to share the extraordinary origin story of Somatic Vocal Healing.

Born during one of the most profound and tender chapters of Jacob’s life — as he walked alongside his beloved late wife, Upala, through her journey with stage 4 brain cancer — this sacred modality became a lifeline of sound, presence, and connection.

Together, they discovered the deep power of vocal resonance as a force for healing, for extending precious time, and for communicating beyond words.

Join us as Jacob shares the story behind Somatic Vocal Healing, the role of voice in profound transformation, and how he continues to carry forward his and Upala’s shared soul purpose — helping thousands access healing through sound.

This is a conversation of love, purpose, devotion, and the alchemy of sound.
Tune in and be part of the Great Energy community as we explore the sacred power of voice to heal and transform.

“The quality of our energy determines the quality of our experience of life.” – Daniela

• Your energy shapes your relationships, your mindset, your daily reality.

• Checking in with your energy is a powerful form of self-honesty.

• Qigong works through the physical body to shift your emotional, mental, and energetic state.

• It’s not about perfection—it’s about exploration, enjoyment, and discovering what brings you alive.

Start with presence. Build your connection. Live as the great energy you already are.

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The quality of your energy shapes your experience of your life - with Daniela

• Shifting energy isn’t just about “raising your vibration.” It’s about movement, release, and awareness.
• Your mind is the gatekeeper to your open heart. Notice your thoughts—they create your reality.
• Your body holds tension. Shaking, sound, and movement help release what you no longer need.

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Energy impacts everything—your mind, emotions, and body. What shift will you create today?

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✨ Neutrality Isn’t Numbness—It’s Clarity. ✨

Neutrality doesn’t mean not caring. It means relaxing into clarity, making choices from a centered place, and seeing all relationships—past and present—as part of our soul’s learning.

🌀 We are here to learn, unlearn, heal, and evolve.
🌀 Our relationships—inner and outer—are our greatest teachers.
🌀 Direct experiences, synchronicities, and paradigm shifts are clues on our path.

Want a deeper connection to your journey? Document those moments. Revisit them. Drink from that vessel again and again. 💫

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Everything in life really boils down to one thing—the state of our energy.The quality of your energy determines the quality of your experience. If you turn inward right now and ask yourself, "What is the state of my energy?"—what would you check? Poor? Mediocre? Okayish? Good? Gooder? Great?Over time, you’ll notice that the energy you carry is reflected in your life. Your energy shapes your relationship with yourself, your relationships with others, and your connection to the greater world.The good news? Energy can shift.We can start with the mental body—insights that liberate us.We can attend to the emotional body—learning to move through emotions skillfully.We can work with meditation and awareness—tapping into the bliss body.

• We cannot skip the physical body.
• Movement shifts everything.

The Dalai Lama was once asked, "What is the purpose of life?" He said, "To embody the transcendent." That’s what we’re doing here.We are spiritual beings, having this human experience in these miraculous bodies. Whether we feel in awe of them or struggle with “body projects” as Christopher calls them, Qigong is a way to move energy through every layer—physical, mental, emotional, and beyond.When we tend to our energy, everything shifts. The way we think, how we interpret the world, how we honor our emotions, how we show up in our relationships—it all starts with energy.And that’s why we’re here—to support you in cultivating and connecting to the Great Energy that you already are.https://linktr.ee/greatenergy

Daniela invites us to live each day with a sense of play and presence, treating life as a precious adventure. She encourages embracing the role we play in our lives while staying aware that our true essence goes beyond the roles we inhabit. By aligning our minds, hearts, and actions, we can navigate life with greater authenticity and joy.

She suggests a 7-day experiment to experience life as if it’s the only day that exists. This approach helps us discover the difference between the characters we play and our deeper selves, which can be revealed through practices like meditation, contemplation, and self-care.

Daniela emphasizes the importance of following what we truly love, even when it’s not the most practical path, as this leads to fulfillment and purpose. Reflecting on past moments when we trusted our instincts, even against practical advice, can reveal the wisdom in our choices. Daniela reminds us that there are no wrong turns in life—each experience is an opportunity for growth and learning.

Through self-reflection and spiritual companionship, we can experience insights into our true nature, allowing us to relax into the flow of life. She encourages journaling these insights, creating art from them, and revisiting these moments to deepen our understanding of ourselves. It’s like collecting treasures from our journey, revisiting them often to find new meaning and direction. This inspiring message invites us to explore our inner landscape with curiosity, courage, and a sense of play, allowing life’s deeper mysteries to unfold. 1️⃣ Discover Inspired Living:

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Daniela asks us to imagine that we came to Earth for two main purposes: to share our unique talents and to learn through direct experience. Our true purpose often evolves, but its essence remains constant, centered on what naturally brings us joy and enthusiasm. Life is about unlearning conditioning from others’ beliefs and returning to our core nature, which is pure, loving awareness. Daniela emphasizes that every moment is an opportunity for learning, growth, and healing. Presence in each scene of life is key to our evolution and the journey of unlearning survival strategies adopted in childhood. She also reminds us that healing and spiritual journeys are synonymous, requiring us to address and heal wounds like rejection and betrayal. The present moment is our perfect curriculum for understanding ourselves, offering opportunities for deeper compassion, wisdom, and connection with life and others. This approach invites us to bring presence and mindfulness to all interactions, recognizing that every experience holds lessons for our soul’s growth.

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