In this episode of Soul Shift Sessions we have a special guest. Minesh Baxi, an engineer turned author, who made a bold decision to design a life on his own terms after hearing the song "Cats in a Cradle." He chose to leave a traditional career path to work from home, homeschool his children, and prioritize freedom, learning, and family. He has been married for 33 years and has two children, Macy and Sahil, both of whom are entrepreneurs. Minesh has also authored 12 books.

Minesh shares his personal journey, explaining how he struggled in his job for 12 years despite his credentials and eventually lost his contract. This led him to ask tough questions about his future, realizing he didn't want to continue in that path. He discusses how he made the decision in 2000 to go full-time into speaking and coaching.

A central theme of the discussion is the concept of courage versus conformity. Minesh emphasizes that courage is essential to ask tough questions and take necessary action steps, breaking free from societal norms and expectations. He states that unless one has courage, they will never be willing to take the action step needed to transform their life. The co-hosts further elaborate on how courage is developed and the importance of reaching a "dead end" where one realizes that their current path is not leading them to their desired life. The "three C's" for achieving success are identified as courage, coach, and community, with a fourth "C" being consistency.

Minesh also shares an anecdote about his family's numerous visits to Disney World, explaining that it was a deliberate choice to create memories and provide an anchoring "happiest place on the planet" for his children. This also serves as a metaphor for designing a life you don't need a vacation from.

The conversation further delves into the definition of success, with Minesh defining it as having a close-knit family, raising children with his values, and empowering them with skills and options to live life on their own terms. The co-hosts add their perspectives, focusing on continuous personal growth and becoming a person who can easily overcome yesterday's challenges. The discussion also touches upon "quantum shifts" and the importance of paying the "price" for success, which includes willingness, preparation, energy, motivation, resources, and skills.

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In this episode of the Soul Shift Sessions podcast, titled "From Surviving to Soul Living," coaches Sapphire Starr and Kyle McCloud discuss the transition from merely surviving to truly thriving in life.

Key themes include:

• Defining Thriving: Coach Kyle defines thriving as living without constant stress and anxiety, being present in the moment, and enjoying life to its fullest, even when facing challenges.
• Mindset Shift: Coach Sapphire emphasizes that moving from surviving to thriving primarily involves a shift in mindset. She highlights how many people are stuck in a "hustle, hustle, hustle" mode, leading to burnout and stress, and that a major life event often serves as a wake-up call.
• Individual Definition of Thriving: Both coaches stress the importance of individually defining what "thriving" and "success" look like, as it varies greatly depending on personal circumstances, financial motivations, and family situations.
• Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: They discuss how past experiences and generational conditioning, such as parents working multiple jobs for survival, can instill limiting beliefs that hinder one's ability to truly live and enjoy life beyond just earning an income.
• Importance of "What's Important to You": The core question to begin the shift from surviving to thriving is identifying what is truly important to oneself. This serves as a "north star" or "guiding light" for making conscious choices and setting goals.
• Action and Accountability: The coaches encourage taking small, consistent steps and holding oneself accountable to a plan. They highlight that focusing on small wins throughout the journey is crucial for developing and maintaining momentum.
• Community and Alignment: They emphasize the significance of aligning with like-minded individuals and communities to support one's journey. Being surrounded by people who understand and encourage personal growth can make the process feel less heavy and more empowering.
• Embracing Challenges and Imperfection: The discussion touches upon the idea that life will inevitably have its "valleys" and challenges, but these experiences contribute to growth and development. They advocate for embracing imperfections and not taking oneself too seriously.
• Choice and Reality: The video concludes by reiterating that choosing to focus on what is hoped for and what is working, rather than solely on current problems or perceived realities, is a deliberate choice. Not making a choice to change means choosing to remain in an undesirable situation.

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This episode of the Soul Shift Sessions Podcast features Maria Soprano discussing her new book, "Decoded: The Portal is You, Awaken the Architect Within." The conversation delves into her personal journey of healing from severe depression and addiction, which ultimately led her to a profound spiritual awakening.

Key themes and discussions in the video include:

• Inner Wisdom and Healing: The core message is that the answers and healing we seek are not external but reside within us. Maria shares her experience of overcoming addiction by recognizing and trusting this inner guidance.
• Divine Intervention and Guidance: Maria recounts a pivotal moment of divine intervention during her lowest point, which initiated her journey of following an inner "stir" or impulse. This guidance led her to pack up her life and travel cross-country, and eventually to channeling her book.
• Sacred Geometry and Creation: Inspired by a show about Albert Einstein and the Fibonacci sequence, Maria discovered sacred geometry and its connection to creation, realizing that everything is made of symbols and patterns.
• The Book "Decoded": Maria explains that the book, channeled over two weeks in April, was not intentionally sought but came through as a means to awaken consciousness in others. She emphasizes that it's encoded to awaken readers to their higher power.
• Accessibility of Channeling/Guidance: The book states that the ability to connect with one's higher self is not special to Maria but is accessible to everyone who learns to quiet their mind and listen to their inner stir.
• Meditation and Stillness: The hosts and Maria discuss various ways to achieve stillness, from traditional meditation to physical activities like hiking or cycling, as a means to quiet external noise and connect with internal guidance.
• Ego's Role: Maria clarifies that the ego is not inherently bad but serves as a guide when individuals forget their divine self. As one remembers their divine nature, the ego's role diminishes, replaced by guidance from the higher self through joy.
• Book Release and Access: "Decoded: The Portal is You" is set to be released on August 8th (Lion's Portal), with a 48-hour free Kindle download available until August 10th on Amazon. A pre-sale with a 10% discount is available by signing up on Maria's website, karmafreeliving.life.

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In this episode, "Relationship Rewrites Q&A pt 2," of the Soul Shift Sessions podcast featuring hosts Coach Sapphire Starr and Coach Kyle McCloud, they continue a previous conversation about relationship rewrites, navigating communication, and change in relationships, answering listener questions.

Key topics covered include:

• Overcoming the fear of expressing true desires after past judgment (5:06): The coaches discuss the importance of self-reflection, understanding why rejection causes fear, and setting up conversations by leading with how past experiences made one feel. They emphasize that being vulnerable requires courage and that not everyone earns the right to one's vulnerabilities.
• Having hard conversations without losing intimacy or connection (26:24): They suggest that a solid foundation of mutual love and respect is crucial. Prefacing the conversation by stating intentions and objectives, and avoiding blindsiding the other person, helps prevent defensiveness. The "story I'm telling myself is..." technique by Brené Brown is recommended for acknowledging assumptions. Leading with compassion, respect, and kindness, and avoiding "hitting below the belt" are also highlighted. They discuss the concept of not going to bed angry, acknowledging that while immediate resolution might not always be possible, a continued blatant disregard for the issue is detrimental.
• The role of external support and the value of impact (16:01): Kyle explains that coaches are on the outside looking in, offering perspective that individuals might miss when "in the game." He shares that having a therapist, coach, or mentor is beneficial for personal growth. Both hosts express the value they find in the podcast as a platform for others to share stories, find a sounding board, and realize they are not alone. They cherish feedback from listeners about the positive impact their conversations have had. conversations have, considering it confirmation that their work matters.
• Gratitude and acknowledging positive moments (40:09): The importance of being present and grateful for positive interactions in relationships, especially with family members, is discussed as a way to maintain connection and build stronger bonds, in the long term, navigate difficult times of disagreement.

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This Q&A session from the "Soul Shift Sessions" podcast focuses on relationship communication and evolution. Coaches Sapphire Starr and Kyle McCloud answer listener questions about navigating common relationship challenges.

Here's a summary of the key topics covered:

• Expressing Emotional Support: The hosts discuss how to communicate a need for more emotional support without sounding needy or starting an argument. They emphasize self-sufficiency in happiness and then open, honest communication, considering the partner's communication style and setting the right environment for sensitive conversations.
• When a Partner Shuts Down: Coach Kyle shares his personal experience as someone who tends to shut down during conflict, explaining it as a processing mechanism. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding a partner's processing style and having conversations about conflict resolution early in a relationship.
• Emotional Connection After Sex: The hosts address a question about feeling emotionally connected only after sex. They validate the feeling as neither right nor wrong but encourage self-exploration into why this might be the case, differentiating between physical and emotional connections.
• Introducing Toys into the Bedroom: This segment focuses on how to ask a partner to incorporate sex toys without causing insecurity. The coaches see this as an opportunity for men to learn about female anatomy and for both partners to explore and enhance their sexual experience.
• Spiritual and Emotional Changes in a Relationship: The hosts discuss how to communicate spiritual and emotional changes to a partner and the importance of allowing for individual evolution in a relationship. They share personal experiences with shifting religious beliefs and emphasize love, maturity, and understanding as key to navigating such changes. The conversation also briefly touches upon political views as a potential relationship divider.

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In this episode, "Relationship Rewrites - Communicating Through Change," hosted by Coach Sapphire Starr and Coach Kyle McCloud of Soul Shift Sessions, discusses the complexities of communication within various relationships, especially during times of change.

Key Discussion Points:

• The Myth of Safe Spaces in Relationships: The hosts challenge the idea that relationships always offer a completely safe space for expressing every thought and feeling. They highlight how vulnerability can sometimes be weaponized, leading to regret for having spoken up.
• Challenges of Expressing Feelings: The conversation delves into the difficulty of creating safe spaces to discuss feelings without judgment, especially when partners might be "keeping tally" of perceived wrongdoings. They discuss how expressing oneself can sometimes feel like a personal attack to the recipient, even if not intended that way.
• Communication Beyond Words: The hosts emphasize that effective communication encompasses more than just verbal exchanges; it also includes body language, mannerisms, and understanding.
• The Impact of Expectations and Past Trauma: The discussion touches on how attaching expectations to the outcome of vulnerable conversations can lead to disappointment. Coach Kyle shares his personal experience of silence being weaponized against him in his youth, making it challenging for him to not take silence personally in current relationships.
• Relationships and Personal Evolution: The hosts stress that individuals change over time, and expecting a partner to remain the same person they were years ago is unrealistic and unfair. This change can sometimes lead to questioning whether one has outgrown a relationship.
• The Importance of Benefit of the Doubt and Intention: They suggest that giving the benefit of the doubt is an underrated concept in relationships. Focusing on the intention behind communication, rather than just the words or actions, could lead to less tense moments.
• Character vs. Circumstance: Sapphire highlights the importance of a person's character as a consistent foundation in a relationship, more so than transient aspects of their personality or behavior. However, they also acknowledge that people often present a "representative" version of themselves initially, and true character emerges in various circumstances.
• The "Explosive" Side and Grace: The hosts discuss the human tendency to sometimes let their "lower self" or "Kurt" (an explosive side) emerge, and the importance of allowing space for this without judgment. They conclude by emphasizing the need for grace in personal transformation journeys and the continuous nature of improving communication skills.

The podcast aims to offer tools and insights for effective communication in all types of relationships, from intimate partners to family, friends, and colleagues. They encourage listeners to be courageous and vulnerable in their conversations.

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In this episode of Soul Shift Sessions Podcast discusses the concept of self-love and its various facets. The hosts emphasize that self-love is crucial for personal growth and for being able to love others genuinely.

Key takeaways from the discussion include:

• Setting Goals and Vision: The importance of setting goals and having a clear vision for the future as a part of self-development.
• Constructive Feedback: The hosts discuss the difference between judging and providing constructive criticism, highlighting the value of evaluation skills learned in Toastmasters for leveling up oneself and others.
• Excellence and Care: The idea that actions, even routine ones, should be done with a level of excellence and care because they matter to the individual and those they serve.
• Overcoming Avoidance and Trauma: The hosts stress the necessity of confronting uncomfortable truths and past traumas because "the body remembers," and avoidance can lead to being triggered and losing control. It's crucial to deal with these issues to prevent them from "choosing to write your story without my permission."
• Self-Love as a Journey: Self-love is presented as a journey that takes time, comparing it to the long process of a tree growing or reprogramming a computer.
• The "Little Boy/Girl in a Grown Man's/Woman's Body": The hosts touch upon how unresolved inner childhood issues can manifest as lashing out at others when individuals haven't learned to love themselves or done the necessary inner work.
• Challenging Yourself and Imagination: The conversation highlights the significance of challenging oneself, daring to dream bigger, and tapping into creativity through imagination. It's noted that creativity is dependent on the health of one's imagination.
• Humanity's Unique Qualities: The discussion also touches upon the unique aspects of human beings, such as possessing a soul, which cannot be replicated by AI, and the necessity of human intellect to work alongside technology.
• Embracing Adventure and Challenging Limitations: The hosts share personal anecdotes about their adventurous spirits from childhood and how they've always challenged perceived limitations, emphasizing that one often doesn't realize something is impossible until they've already tried.
• Collaborative Partnerships in Coaching: The hosts emphasize that coaching is a collaborative partnership where the coach provides strategy and accountability, but the client must be an active participant.
• Teamwork and Specialization: Using an NBA analogy, the importance of teamwork, understanding individual roles, and having specialists to achieve success is highlighted, with a specific example of Dennis Rodman's dedication to studying opponents' shots.
• Continuity and Growth: The podcast maintains its rhythm and flow through consistent pre-show discussions and a collaborative approach to their roles.

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The video features a conversation with Fatima Mann, J.D., focusing on "Living in Alignment-Turning Your Pain into Purpose."

Key themes and discussions include:

• Understanding Trauma in the Body: Fatima explains how trauma manifests physically, using her own experience with tension in her shoulders when anticipating a "fight" response. She emphasizes the importance of regulating breath, connecting with the body, and asking what the body is communicating to identify and address these physical manifestations of emotion. Sapphire shares her personal story of experiencing unexplained shoulder pain that was eventually linked to maternal trauma, which she healed through breathwork, yoga, and open communication with her mother and daughter.

• Transforming Pain into Purpose: Fatima recounts her personal journey of transforming a life filled with darkness and trauma—including abandonment issues, sexual violence, and self-harm (cutting) for 10 years—into a source of strength and purpose. She discusses her transition from harmful coping mechanisms to discovering Buddhism, meditation, yoga, and spiritual practices, which led her to mindfulness and self-responsibility. She learned to flip her trauma responses to help others, particularly in disaster relief and police brutality work, where her past experiences allowed her to endure and navigate traumatic situations without being triggered.

• Vicarious Trauma: The concept of vicarious trauma is discussed, defined as trauma experienced by those witnessing others' trauma, such as police officers, first responders, social workers, and therapists. Sapphire shares her experience with vicarious trauma as a clinical laboratory scientist during the COVID-19 pandemic, witnessing the overwhelming number of deaths and the emotional toll it took on healthcare workers.

• COVID-19 and Healing: The conversation touches upon the collective trauma of COVID-19 and the importance of addressing mental health and wellness during and after the pandemic. Fatima shares her unique experience during COVID-19, emphasizing her use of natural remedies and a focus on healing practices to navigate the period, while Kyle shares his experience of finding peace and new hobbies like cycling during the lockdown.

• Steps for a Healing Journey: Fatima offers practical advice for those starting their healing journey: pause, take deep breaths, ask yourself what you need, and then act on it. She also encourages seeking guidance from others who live the life you aspire to, emphasizing humility and grace in the process.
  

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