Self Talk with Rachel Astarte

Send Rachel a text message. Feeling exhausted, but not from what you actually did? You might be leaking energy. In this episode, we explore: This is where awareness becomes power. Your energy doesn’t need to be chased, controlled, or protected. It just needs to be brought home. 🌿 Bonus guided meditation for paid Substack subscribers EPISODE TIMELINE 0:00 – What Is “Leaking Energy”? A psychic/emotional drain caused by pouring attention into things you can’t control, often without noticing. 0:45 – Signs Your Energy Is Leaking Hyper-focusing on others, overextending yourself, seeking validation, anxiety, irritation, and feeling scattered. 2:00 – Body Signals + Interoception How tightness, shallow breathing, restlessness, and feeling “pulled outward” show that your energy isn’t centered in you. 3:30 – Step 1: Awareness Noticing “Oh, my energy is leaking” is already the beginning of reclaiming it—no force, just seeing clearly. 4:30 – Step 2: Non-Judgment Reframing leaks as learned safety patterns, not failures; dropping self-blame so shame doesn’t deepen the pattern. 6:00 – Step 3: Calling Your Energy Back A gentle inner practice of visualizing your energy—threads or light—coming back from people, stories, or future scenarios. 7:30 – Example: Storm Anxiety + The News How consuming fear-based news about a snowstorm led to unconscious anxiety and an energy drain, and how Rachel reclaimed it. 9:00 – Step 4: External Alignment + Boundaries Making outer changes—like turning off the news, reprioritizing, or setting boundaries—to support your reclaimed energy. 10:30 – Projection, Relationships + Energy Leaks How obsessing over a partner’s behavior can reveal unmet needs within yourself for listening, love, and support. 12:30 – The Three Pillars in Action + Invitation Using non-judgment, awareness, and gentleness to stabilize your energy—and an invitation to notice leaks and welcome your energy home. 16:56 – Write Your Self Open Program Invitation Information about the ongoing community, the new Monday cohort (April 13, 2026), and how to join for a deeper foundation of self-work. Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show Continue working with Rachel at foundationofself.com • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. Meditation practice isn’t about trying to throw ourselves away and become something better. It’s about befriending who we are already. — Pema Chödrön In this episode of Self Talk, we redefine what meditation can be—beyond rules, shame, and “shoulds.” We'll explore why so many of us resist meditating, debunk the myth that meditation is about “reaching enlightenment,” and reframe practice as a personal check‑in with Source. You’ll learn simple, accessible ways to make meditation your own, including a 60‑second drop‑in, a daily self‑alignment practice, and turning everyday activities into a mindfulness practice. You're also invited to join Write Your Self Open, a guided meditation and reflective writing course that supports your ongoing inner work—and invites you to be lovingly, radically gentle with yourself. EPISODE TIMELINE 00:00 – What Meditation Really Is 01:08 – Rachel’s First Meditation Attempt as a Child 03:18 – Common Blocks: Shame, “Shoulds,” and Comparison 05:23 – Fear of Thoughts and the Quiet Mind 06:21 – Why We Don’t Meditate: Enlightenment Myths 08:00 – Real Benefits of Meditation (Mind, Body, Spirit) 10:45 – No Rules: Making Meditation Your Own 11:19 – Simple Practices You Can Start Today 15:51 – Guided Meditation & ‘Write Your Self Open’ Write Your Self Open is a revolution in self-development that blends guided meditation, journaling, and supportive group discussion led by holistic psychotherapist Rachel Astarte. It's all the benefits of personal transformation + community-building without the constraints of talk therapy. Join anytime. No previous meditation or writing experience necessary. http://writeyourselfopen.com Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show Continue working with Rachel at foundationofself.com • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. It’s not that you must be free from fear… What is needed rather than running away or controlling or suppressing or any other resistance is understanding fear; that means watch it; learn about it; come directly into contact with it. —J. Krishnamurti What if fear isn’t something to eliminate—but something asking to be seen? In this episode of Self Talk, we explore the transformative practice of bringing our fears closer rather than avoiding them. When fear is met with presence and curiosity, it loses its power to hijack our inner world and instead becomes a source of insight, integration, and self-trust. Together, we’ll look at why we avoid fear, how avoidance quietly shapes our behavior, and how welcoming even the most uncomfortable parts of ourselves creates inner transparency and resilience. At the heart of it all is the Foundation of Self: the understanding that each of us is a unique expression of Pure Consciousness—and nothing within us is separate or unworthy of belonging. EPISODE TIMELINE [0:00:00 – 0:00:38] Opening & Theme Krishnamurti quote on understanding fear and brief introduction to the season’s focus on practicing the foundation of self. The core theme of “bringing fear closer” is introduced. [0:00:38 – 0:03:10] Fear as Protection Fear is framed as an evolutionary protection mechanism. Its role in the nervous system and its destabilizing psychological impact are outlined. [0:03:10 – 0:05:40] Underdeveloped Ego & Avoidance The underdeveloped ego is described as equating fear with danger and annihilation. Common avoidance patterns—distraction, overworking, numbing, and spiritual bypassing—are named. [0:05:40 – 0:07:50] Unnamed Fear & Anxiety Unacknowledged fear is shown to become anxiety and other symptoms like irritability and self-sabotage. A client story illustrates how vague fear can be clarified into a specific, workable concern. [0:07:50 – 0:09:40] Fear as a Frightened Child Fear is reimagined as a frightened child seeking reassurance. “Bringing it closer” is presented as turning toward fear with steadiness and curiosity, held by the larger Self. [0:09:40 – 0:12:20] Naming & Integrating Fear The importance of naming and feeling fear without judgment is highlighted. Fear is shown to carry old stories that can be updated when brought into conscious awareness. [0:12:20 – 0:15:00] Wholeness & Congruency Healing is framed as integrating, not eliminating, inner parts. The “cottage of the self” metaphor illustrates welcoming all parts to create congruency between inner and outer life. [0:15:00 – 0:18:00] Consciousness & Belonging Each person is described as a unique expression of pure consciousness. From this view, nothing within is foreign, and fear loses power to enforce a sense of isolation. [0:18:00 – 0:20:00] Daily Practice Invitation Listeners are invited to notice one moment of fear and gently bring it closer. Simple witnessing with non-judgment is offered as a daily integrative practice. Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show Continue working with Rachel at foundationofself.com • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. You have built your Foundation of Self; now it's time to start living it. In this episode of Self Talk, we talk about Genuine Curiosity—the foundational tool at the heart of the Foundation of Self framework. We'll revisit the three core pillars of the work—non-judgment, awareness, and gentleness—and explain why genuine curiosity is the guide you'll return to time and again as you continue to develop your Self. Shift from self-judgment to self-understanding, using curiosity to explore thoughts, emotions, patterns, and relationships with compassion and clarity. We'll also explore how genuine curiosity transforms our interactions with others, reduces ego-driven narratives, and helps us remember our deeper connection to one another and to Source itself. Be more curious than defensive. —Brené Brown EPISODE TIMELINE Opening Quote & Welcome (0:00–0:02) Foundation of Self & Genuine Curiosity (0:02–0:04) The Three Pillars Recap (0:04–0:07) What Genuine Curiosity Sounds Like (0:07–0:12) Curiosity in Inner Work – Examples (0:12–0:18) Curiosity in Relationships (0:18–0:24) Deeper Truth & Sacred Curiosity (0:24–0:28) Daily Practice Invitation (0:28–0:32) Closing & Offerings (0:32–0:36) Write Your Self OpenWrite Your Self Open is a revolution in self-development that blends guided meditation, journaling, and supportive group discussion led by holistic psychotherapist Rachel Astarte. It's all the benefits of personal transformation + community-building without the constraints of talk therapy. Join anytime. No previous meditation or writing experience necessary. http://writeyourselfopen.com Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. In this episode, we explore interoception—the inner sense that lets us feel and understand what’s happening inside the body. This often-overlooked skill forms the foundation of emotional intelligence, intuition, self-trust, and conscious decision-making. You’ll learn why the underdeveloped ego resists inner sensation, how interoception connects us to our Highest Self, and simple daily practices to help you strengthen this essential inner-listening skill. We'll also practice a short guided exercise to help you return to your body gently and begin building a deeper, more compassionate relationship with your inner world. This is a grounding episode for anyone seeking clarity, alignment, or a more embodied path forward. ✨ Bonus for Listeners Paid subscribers to Rachel’s Substack, Foundation of Self, will receive exclusive access to her four-session video course: Interoception: Your Body's Gift for Personal Transformation. As a thank-you for tuning in today, Rachel is offering a free 3-month paid subscription so you can experience the work deeply and at your own pace. Claim it here: http://rachelastarte.substack.com/selftalk Timeline 00:00 – Introduction & Framing 01:16 – What is Interoception? 02:18 – Why Interoception Matters 04:10 – Obstacles to Interoception 06:13 – Working with the Ego 08:00 – Building Interoceptive Skills 10:11 – Benefits of Interoception 11:05 – Guided Practice 13:16 – Integration & Closing Thoughts 14:14 – Community Invitation Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. In this episode of Self Talk, we discuss the true purpose of healthy boundaries—and why they’re actually acts of compassion, not separation. Beginning with the core mantra, “My boundaries benefit both of us,” we'll reframe boundaries as soulful practices that protect our inner peace while deepening authentic connection. We'll also unpack the difference between walls and boundaries, the role of the underdeveloped ego in boundary resistance, and how consulting our Highest Self can transform difficult exchanges into moments of clarity, honesty, and mutual respect. You'll walk away with a clearer understanding of what boundaries are, how to recognize when one is needed, and simple, compassionate steps for setting limits rooted in love—for self and others. ✨ Bonus for Listeners Paid subscribers to Rachel’s Substack, Foundation of Self, will receive exclusive access to her full one-hour Boundaries, Not Walls training video. And as a thank-you for tuning in today, Rachel is offering a free 3-month paid subscription so you can experience the work deeply and at your own pace. Claim it here: http://rachelastarte.substack.com/selftalk A heart-centered, grounding conversation for anyone ready to build healthier relationships through clarity, compassion, and courage. Timeline: [0:00:00] Introduction[0:00:24] Applying Inner Work Externally[0:01:08] Boundaries Mantra Shared[0:01:18] Traditional Understanding vs. True Purpose[0:02:02] Definition of Boundaries[0:02:52] Consequences of Lack of Boundaries[0:03:25] When to Set Boundaries[0:04:16] Inner Resistance and the “Small s Self”[0:05:38] How to Build Healthy Boundaries — 3 Steps[0:07:19] When Others Don’t Honor Your BoundariesGot a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. In this episode, we explore the underdeveloped ego—the "small s self" that keeps us playing small, doubting our worth, and resisting change. You’ll learn what the underdeveloped ego is, how it shows up as negative self-talk and impostor syndrome, and why it fears your awakening. We'll talk about how the ego’s resistance isn’t the enemy—it’s a sign that growth is happening. Through understanding, compassion, and conscious evolution, the underdeveloped ego can mature into a developed one: a balanced, integrated self that serves your Highest purpose rather than fighting against it. Transformation isn’t about killing the ego—it’s about teaching it to grow with you. Join us for Write Yourself Open every second and fourth Tuesday at 1pm Eastern to use meditation, writing, and community discussion to reconnect with your highest self. Learn more and register at writeyourselfopen.com or find it on foundationofself.com or rachelestartetherapy.com. • • • Timeline: 0:00:00 – Introduction 0:01:00 – What is the Underdeveloped Ego? 0:03:00 – How the Underdeveloped Ego Manifests 0:06:23 – The Ego’s Deepest Fear 0:08:00 – Differentiating the Small Self and Highest Self 0:09:39 – Transforming the Ego 0:10:30 – Practical Steps for Ego Development Write Your Self Open is a revolution in self-development that blends guided meditation, journaling, and supportive group discussion led by holistic psychotherapist Rachel Astarte. It's all the benefits of personal transformation + community-building without the constraints of talk therapy. Join anytime. No previous meditation or writing experience necessary. http://writeyourselfopen.com Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. The highest self isn't an idealized version of ourselves to strive for, but rather our preconditioned consciousness that has always been present within us. • Our highest self is like a blank sheet of paper upon which our life experiences are written • Reconnecting with our highest self shifts inner work from fixing ourselves to remembering who we truly are • When connected to our highest self, we respond rather than react in relationships • Four practices to reconnect: stillness, writing as dialogue, self-compassion, and presence in daily life • Notice moments when you feel merged with your highest self—during calm moments, while in nature, or engaged in activities you love • Inner work isn't about becoming someone else but remembering who you already are Join us for Write Yourself Open every second and fourth Tuesday at 1pm Eastern to use meditation, writing, and community discussion to reconnect with your highest self. Learn more and register at writeyourselfopen.com or find it on foundationofself.com or rachelestartetherapy.com. • • • Timeline: 0:00:00 Rachel introduces the concept that there is no "higher self" to search for; you are already your highest self, and the task is to let go of false ideas about yourself, a reference to Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, a spiritual teacher. 0:00:28 Host Rachel Astarte welcomes listeners and explains the ongoing "Building Your Foundation of Self" series, focusing today on the "highest self." [0:01:00–0:05:27] Rachel defines the "highest self" as the pure, original consciousness within everyone—not an ideal to strive for, but the essence that is always present. She explains why reconnecting with the highest self is important for authentic inner work and avoiding burnout from constant self-improvement. 0:05:27 Transition to practical advice. [0:05:28–0:08:01] Rachel shares four practical ways to reconnect with the highest self: stillness/meditation, writing as dialogue, self-compassion, and presence in daily life. She provides tips for each method. [0:08:01–0:08:05] Encouragement to listen quietly for the answer from your highest self. [0:08:05–0:11:50] Rachel gives examples of how listeners may have already experienced their highest self and invites them to notice and journal these moments. She emphasizes that inner work is about remembering who you are, not becoming someone else, and previews the topic of the next episode, the underdeveloped ego. 0:11:50 Rachel invites listeners to join the "Write Yourself Open" program for further exploration and support, providing details on how to join and Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. Be mindful of your self-talk, it’s a conversation with the Universe. —David James Lees This podcast episode focuses on negative self-talk, exploring how destructive internal dialogues are learned, not inherent. Rachel provides a four-step process to transform negative self-talk: 1. Awareness without judgment: Notice the critical inner voice without self-criticism 2. Identify the source: Recognize that negative thoughts often come from external influences, not your true self 3. Call in the Highest Self: Connect with your inner wisdom and eternal consciousness 4. Rewrite the script: Replace negative thoughts with compassionate, validating statements The episode emphasizes that the inner critic is not bad, but scared, and should be met with curiosity and compassion. Rachel uses the Cherokee tale of two wolves to illustrate how we choose which internal voice to "feed"—the one of fear or the one of love. Key Message You are not your negative thoughts. Your highest self is wise, loving, and connected to collective consciousness. Link to Rachel's Substack, Foundation of Self Link to 3-month free paid subscription. "The Story of Two Wolves" courtesy of Lakota Circles of Hope Music: "Journey Circle Song" written and performed by Rachel Astarte • • • Timeline: 0:00:00 - Introduction begins, quote about self-talk 0:00:21 - Rachel Astarte welcomes listeners to the episode 0:01:21 - Explanation of how negative self-talk is learned 0:02:34 - Step one: Awareness without judgment 0:03:31 - Transition to step two 0:03:37 - Step two: Identify the source of negative self-talk 0:04:51 - Step three: Calling in the foundation of self 0:05:16 - Detailed explanation of the highest self 0:07:09 - Step four: Rewriting the script 0:08:38 - Cherokee tale of two wolves begins 0:10:29 - Conclusion of the two wolves story 0:11:05 - Wrapping up the main discussion 0:11:14 - Mention of August break 0:12:28 - Final closing remarks 0:12:30 - End of podcast Write Your Self Open is a revolution in self-development that blends guided meditation, journaling, and supportive group discussion led by holistic psychotherapist Rachel Astarte. It's all the benefits of personal transformation + community-building without the constraints of talk therapy. Join anytime. No previous meditation or writing experience necessary. http://writeyourselfopen.com Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. Who looks outside dreams; who looks inside awakes. —Carl Jung In this episode, we explore the concept of awakening—a profound shift in consciousness where you recognize your interconnectedness with all existence. We'll delve into the spiritual and psychological dimensions of awakening, drawing from traditions like Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and Hinduism. Most importantly, we'll look at how awakening transforms personal perception, challenging the ego's self-centered worldview. We'll also address the inevitable changes in relationships that happen once we set foot on the awakened path, the importance of inner work, and the need for nonjudgment and gentleness during personal growth. Key Highlights Timeline: 0:00:00 - Opening quote by Carl Jung about looking inside to awaken 0:00:21 - Introduction to the concept of awakening 0:01:42 - Exploration of awakening across different spiritual traditions 0:02:24 - Two key things that happen during awakening: 0:05:50 - Relationships change during awakening 0:06:07 - Systems theory explanation Disruption of homeostasis in relationships 0:08:37 - Key insights on personal growth: 0:10:00 - Being on the awakened path means: 0:11:51 - Practical approach to awakening: 0:15:20 - Concluding message: Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. What you do for yourself, any gesture of kindness, any gesture of gentleness, any gesture of honesty and clear seeing toward yourself, will…transform how you experience the world. What you do for yourself, you’re doing for others, and what you do for others, you’re doing for yourself. —Pema Chodron This episode discusses the transformative concept of gentleness as a core principle of inner work. Discover how being gentle with yourself can heal wounds, reduce self-judgment, and create profound personal growth. Learn about the origins of gentleness, how to practice self-compassion, and why being a "gentle warrior" is a sign of true strength. Timeline: 0:00-1:22 - Introduction to gentleness as the third core principle of inner work 1:23-3:53 - Etymology and historical meanings of "gentleness" 4:04-5:31 - Exploring self-reflection and softening personal judgments 5:45-9:34 - Addressing fears about being gentle and transforming negative self-talk 9:55-11:29 - The importance of gentleness in personal growth and collective consciousness 11:40-13:36 - Gentleness as strength, not weakness, with examples from the Gentle Warrior Program 13:55-14:22 - Closing thoughts and invitation to be gentle with oneself Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. You are awareness. Awareness is another name for you. Since you are awareness there is no need to attain or cultivate it. All that you have to do is to give up being aware of other things; that is, of the not-Self. If one gives up being aware of them then pure awareness alone remains, and that is the Self. —Ramana Maharshi We continue our series on the Foundation of Self with the primary tool: Awareness. Awareness offers a pathway to understand both our conscious mind, behaviors, emotions, and our deeper universal connection to everything around us. • Awareness is the conscious act of placing our attention on something with metaconsciousness • Differentiating between the two selves: the small 's' ego self versus the capital 'S' true Self • Body awareness (interoception) helps us feel sensations and emotions rather than just thinking about them • All beings share the same universal consciousness, supported by concepts like quantum entanglement • Awareness helps detect when we're out of alignment so we can course-correct without judgment • The small 's' self speaks from fear while the capital 'S' Self offers compassionate perspective • Integrating both selves creates "Zorba the Buddha" – being fully human while maintaining spiritual awareness • We are generators of energy who create our world through how we choose to live in it Here's the link to the free download of Ramana Maharshi's book, Who Am I? Have a question? Comment? Email me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com. Don't forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and leave a review to spread the word. xo RA ________________ Episode Breakdown 0:00:00 - 0:00:42 - Introduction 0:00:42 - 0:02:15 - Defining Awareness 0:02:15 - 0:07:47 - Types of Awareness 0:07:47 - 0:11:30 - Awareness of Interconnectedness 0:11:30 - 0:15:30 - Awareness in Practice 0:15:30 - 0:17:35 - Concluding Thoughts 0:17:35 - End Podcast Outro (Courtesy of Otter.ai) Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. For the wakeful, one whose mind is quiet, whose thoughts are undisturbed, who has relinquished judgment and blame, there is no fear. —Buddha Today's talk continues the deep dive into Foundation of Self work with an in-depth review of nonjudgment, the lifeblood of this inner work. We explore why humans judge (the need for safety), the different types of judgment (appearance, sociability, morality), and how judgment often stems from survival instincts and projection of our own hidden aspects. You'll even have a chance to practice nonjudgment with yourself. Have a question? Comment? Email me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com. Don't forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and leave a review to spread the word. xo RA ________________ Episode Breakdown 0:00:25 - Episode Introduction 0:03:39 - Understanding Judgment 0:05:00 - Carl Jung's Projection and Shadow Concept 0:07:49 - Non-Judgment of Ourselves Benefits of practicing non-judgment 0:11:16 - Imposter Syndrome and Self-Judgment 0:14:14 - Why Non-Judgment is Vital in Self-Work 0:16:41 - Non-Judgment Exercise 0:17:50 - Closing Remarks (Courtesy of Otter.ai) Write Your Self Open is a revolution in self-development that blends guided meditation, journaling, and supportive group discussion led by holistic psychotherapist Rachel Astarte. It's all the benefits of personal transformation + community-building without the constraints of talk therapy. Join anytime. No previous meditation or writing experience necessary. http://writeyourselfopen.com Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. Asking yourself deeper questions opens up new ways of being in the world. It brings in a breath of fresh air. It makes life more joyful. The real trick to life is not to be in the know, but to be in the mystery. —Fred Alan Wolf You asked for more solo episodes, so here we go! For the next few episodes, I'll share a deep inner work process called the Foundation of Self. In short: When you have a strong foundation of self, you can manage life’s challenges like this one with grace. You have the stability to know who you are, what you want, and your calling in this life. You stop doubting yourself and seeking external validation. You begin to see that your life is an essential part of the whole of existence and that all life around you is family. Today's talk is a brief introduction to inner work—and how your individual life plays a vital role in the well-being of all around you. Have a question? Comment? Email me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com. xo RA Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. Shelly Starks is the President & CEO of Inline Consulting Services. Her mission is to help businesses overcome internal and external communication barriers with clear and concise tools that align with the organization’s vision to position them for scalable growth. In this episode, Shelly and I share insights from our respective careers on how to best communicate with one another. As a therapist, my interest is in learning how my clients' minds process information. In the corporate world, it's not that dissimilar. Shelly stresses that sales is not just about making the sale; it's about learning how to connect with the person you're speaking with. That's a tool that benefits all of us. More from Shelly: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelly-starks/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/ShellyStarksICS/ Write Your Self Open is a revolution in self-development that blends guided meditation, journaling, and supportive group discussion led by holistic psychotherapist Rachel Astarte. It's all the benefits of personal transformation + community-building without the constraints of talk therapy. Join anytime. No previous meditation or writing experience necessary. http://writeyourselfopen.com Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Clinical Psychologist who offers nationwide coaching and educational services through LearnToLoveYourStory.com. She has sat across the couch from clients for thousands of hours over the past two decades, helping her clients learn to love their stories. Her vast expertise in a variety of evidence-based approaches is eclipsed only by her intuitive ability to cultivate one’s own curiosity, growth, and wisdom. Dr. Natalie provides significant insights that foster an understanding of oneself. When we understand ourselves and what brought us here, it leads to more kindness, more peace, and more compassion for our own stories. In this episode, Dr. Natalie and I consider the meaning of empowerment and how it lies at the root of our ability to choose the emotional or behavioral paths we take—no matter what is happening in our lives. And if you've ever wondered about the difference between life coaching and therapy, you'll want to tune in! More from Dr. Natalie: Website: https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LearnToLoveYourStory or @LearnToLoveYourStory Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-m-marr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/learntoloveyourstory Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learn_to_love_your_story_ Podcast: Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dr-nataliemidlifecoach Write Your Self Open is a revolution in self-development that blends guided meditation, journaling, and supportive group discussion led by holistic psychotherapist Rachel Astarte. It's all the benefits of personal transformation + community-building without the constraints of talk therapy. Join anytime. No previous meditation or writing experience necessary. http://writeyourselfopen.com Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. Isabelle Fortin is a dynamic sales management strategist who seamlessly blends military discipline with a rebellious spirit. As the founder of Rebel Sales, a consulting firm specializing in supporting sales team managers through MINDSET, Isabelle challenges conventions and encourages leaders to rethink their management methods. In this special episode, we cross the bridge from the inner world to the outer world. Isabelle shares her reflections on how we can use an outwardly rebellious spirit to unleash our inner magic at work and our personal lives. More from Isabelle: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabellemfortin/ ________________________________________ Want to know your Self even better? Visit myselfpath.com to learn more about how Rachel can help you discover and honor your True Self—through online courses and one-on-one sessions. _________________________________________ Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Send Rachel a text message. Jason Medlock is the best-selling author of the groundbreaking book Empowered by Consciousness. He is also a Level 2 Quantum Healing Hypnotist and highly sought-after mindset coach who brings a transformative experience to audiences nationwide. Having worked extensively with a diverse clientele, including business owners and athletes, Jason has perfected an integrative approach to personal development and self-discovery. From childhood aspirations to become a public speaker to a current thought leader in consciousness, personal development, quantum healing hypnosis, and mindset performance, Jason's journey is a testament to the transformative power of a strong mindset. He empowers individuals to unlock their infinite potential and embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Join us for this exceptional talk as Jason and I take a deep dive into the power of your Self. More from Jason: Mindset Coach: Mindset Performance Coach Author: “Empowered by Consciousness” Founder: Expansion of Consciousness Podcast: Expansion of Consciousness The Podcast ________________________________________ Want to know your Self even better? Visit myselfpath.com to learn more about how Rachel can help you discover and honor your True Self—through online courses and one-on-one sessions. _________________________________________ Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show • Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. • Music: "Ave Marimba" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Ayurvedic Doctor and master pulse-reader, Victor Briere, is the co-founder of the International Institute of Ayurveda. In this episode, Victor shares his thoughts on creating balance in the body and mind by sharing little-known insights into Ayurveda. Plus, we discuss our mutual love of Kundalini yoga. If you're called to mind-body wellness but don't know where to start, this episode is a great first step. Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkbriere (Don't forget to...