What if manifestation isn’t something you do, but a way of being you return to—over and over again?

In this practical and soulful conversation, Jessica is joined by award-winning author and life expert Alice Inoue to explore the mature art of co-creation.

Alice and Jessica discuss why relaxing into your path matters more than forcing outcomes, the importance of soul-aligned timing, and how seemingly small, intuitive actions can lead to surprising breakthroughs.

Together, they reflect on self-publishing vs. traditional publishing, trusting the vision before the results show up, and what it really means to manifest without attachment. A grounding episode for anyone navigating a dream that hasn’t arrived yet—and wondering how to stay open, centered, and clear in the meantime.

*Relax into the flow. Manifestation is already happening.*

Alice Inoue is a nationally award-winning author and life expert, as well as the founder of Happiness U, a business dedicated to personal growth and workplace well-being. For over two decades, she has helped individuals and organizations move toward positive change.

Alice is also the creator of the Master Your Superpowers personality assessment, used by companies like McDonald's, Walmart, and Gap to strengthen leadership and team communication.

As the author of ten books, Alice is committed to helping people navigate life and business challenges with renewed insight. Find Alice at: aliceinoue.com

Jessica Shepherd is an author, astrologer, healer, intuitive, and teacher of energy awareness. In addition to Soft Human Words and the podcast Soft Human Voice, she shares energy tips, wellness insights, astrology guidance, quotes and art from her books and divination deck on IG and Facebook.

In this heartfelt and luminous conversation, Jessica welcomes Veronika Robinson — funeral celebrant, astrologer, and author — for a deep, compassionate dialogue on death, grief, and the power of honoring life transitions with presence and care. Together, they explore:• what it means to be a celebrant• the emotional and energetic intricacies of holding space for grieving families• astrology’s role in understanding death and loss• their personal experiences of losing their mothers• and how to stay connected — to the earth, to loved ones, and to ourselves — in the wake of profound change.

With tenderness, humor, and intuitive wisdom, Jessica and Veronika open up a rarely shared space for soulful conversation around mortality, spiritual connection, and the beautiful, often mysterious ways our ancestors continue to speak to us.

Whether you’re grieving, supporting someone through loss, or simply curious about the deeper meaning of death, this episode offers both comfort and insight.

✨ Includes a guided grounding practice to begin.

ABOUT US:

Veronika Robinson is a second-generation astrologer, author, celebrant, celebrant trainer and founder of Penrith’s first Death Café. Veronika is the author of Write That Eulogy and Funerals for Children. You can explore Veronika’s writings and work at www.veronikarobinson.com.

Jessica Shepherd is an author, astrologer, healer, intuitive, and teacher of energy awareness. In addition to Soft Human Words and the podcast Soft Human Voice, she shares energy tips, wellness insights, astrology guidance, quotes and art from her books and divination deck on IG and Facebook.

What if you stopped settling—not just in love, but in every energetic exchange in your life? In this raw and radiant conversation with intuitive coach Courtney Sprung and writer Hermione Flavia, we unpack what it means to alchemize your patterns, call off the search, and become a vibrational match for what you truly want.

From dating apps and soulmates to shadow work, self-worth, and the energetic long game, this episode is a love letter to anyone tired of swiping and ready to feel the yes in their bones.

Together, we talk about:

* What it really means to define your cheese (yes, we go there)

* The shadow work behind soulmate-level love

* Why your vibe—not your city or app—shapes your romantic reality

* How to stop settling, start alchemizing, and become your own best friend

* And the feminine wisdom hidden in cycles of death, rebirth, and real healing

Whether you’re single, partnered, healing, or reimagining what love could look like—you’re not alone. This episode is a reminder of your co-creative power, your worth, and the beauty of being in process.

ABOUT US:

Courtney Sprung is a seasoned tarot reader and intuitive guide who’s spent nearly a decade helping women come home to themselves. Her grounded, soulful sessions dissolve old blocks and awaken the deep knowing within. Find Courtney on IG @goodwitchxbadbitch and quartzdream.com.

Hermione Flavia is a writer, cinema historian, and award-winning screenwriter. She shares her love of storytelling on her YouTube channels, WildfireMovies and CravenWild—where classic films, new releases, and bookish gems all find a home. Find Hermione on IG @hermioneflavia .

Jessica Shepherd is an author, intuitive, and chi ball whose work centers on sensitivity, energy mastery, and inner wisdom. She’s the author of A Love Alchemist’s Notebook, a beloved guide to soulful relationships and self-worth, and the host of Soft Human Voice—a podcast devoted to the tender art of being human. Find Jessica on IG jessica.shepherd.author.healer and Facebook.

P.S. Please forgive the initial echo. Still learning ‘how-to’ podcast. Mahalo!