Medicine Wisdom

It's time to CHANGE THE PARADIGM OF LEADERSHIP in our country and in this world. The courageous, competent & wise Marianne Williamson is doing just that. She's a best-selling author, political activist and iconic spiritual thought leader. For over three decades, Marianne has been a leader in spiritual and religiously progressive circles. She is the author of 15 books, four of which have been New York Times best sellers. Now, Marianne is shaking up the status quo and bringing the light into spaces of darkness...our too-often-corrupt and failing systems of government. This fierce change-maker is running for president! Join Lena Franklin and Marianne Williamson for this episode of Medicine Wisdom that will inspire, heal and transform as they delve into the absolute urgent need for a new paradigm of leadership in our country and on this planet. IN THIS EPISODE Marianne and Lena discuss: How some of her most famous writings are now fueling this next chapter of her path as she courageously steps into the public as an embodiment of light in the face of fear and judgment. The ancestral patterns of female oppression and our dire need to RISE UP as conscious leaders to help heal our planet. What it actually means to BE THE LIGHT with efficacy and how it's our responsibility to actually see what's going on in the world in order to be a catalyst for true change. Practices and rituals to shift and heal your inner landscape to impact our outer world. And don't miss the activating meditation Lena channels towards the end of the episode based on this potent conversation! This Meditation Activation will support your embodiment of the teachings that moved through our co-created, alchemical convo.

Whether we're conscious of it or not, we all desire to be free. Freedom from self-limiting thoughts and dense emotions creates space for authentic spiritual liberation. The truth is that walking the authentic spiritual path means becoming aware of the subconscious thoughts that hold us back and feeling the uncomfortable emotions that need to come up and out. When we cultivate awareness, we can think, speak and act from our higher selves vs. the fear of our ego attachments. So often I say to my clients and students ~ feel it to heal it and the key is release identification with the thoughts or emotions and surrender into the deconstruction of when needs to be reprogrammed and released ~ FEAR. Freedom exists within the energy of LOVE. To know love fully and intimately, we must be students and healers of our own fear. In this episode of Medicine Wisdom, I'll be delving into my experience of mental, emotional and spiritual imprisonment and liberation and how YOU can embrace this deep, multi-dimensional healing in your own life. Whatever you're going through, there's a different way...And the freedom of feeling LOVE, JOY, GRATITUDE, PEACE & ABUNDANCE is possible. It all exists within.

Join me and my husband and divine partner, Jeff Glattstein, in the soulful depths of this alchemical conversation. Together, we’re sharing our story of transmuting fear into LOVE. As we said yes to this twin flame relationship, everything that was misaligned burned to ashes around us. Through the deconstruction, the messiness and the devotion to being together, we have been on this love ascension journey, channeling our love to co-create and honor the truth of why we're here ~ to help heal humanity and Pachamama (Mother Earth) on a global scale. In this episode, we'll define AND debunk the myths of soul relationships and twin flames, as that has been a buzz-worthy term in the spiritual space. We'll share what soul contracts are, and their true purpose here in human form. Towards the end, we'll share something that has never left the intimacy of our beloved partnership… I tear up even writing this. Jeff is a world-renowned shaman, teacher and conscious business entrepreneur. He has been inducted into shamanic tribes all over the world, including China, Tibet, Mongolia, Siberia and Peru. He's also a co-founder of The EAST Institute ~ a leading global organization honoring the use of traditional psychedelic plant medicines as an evolution in modern medicine. EAST is the inflection point between scientifically validated research and the traditional use of natural plant medicines.

We're in a time where the mergence of Science & Spirituality is at the forefront of the health, wellness and even medical fields. Neuroscience is beginning to describe what ancient mystics and spiritual masters have known for many centuries ~ that plant medicines straight from Pachamama (Mother Earth) are multi-dimensional tools for healing and provide a direct path to Universal truths. On this episode of Medicine Wisdom, we’re stepping you into some of those potent truths with Neuropsychophysiologist, Kayla Osterhoff, as we discuss how plant medicines are powerful tools to optimize your human functioning by changing your neural anatomy. I first met this incredible woman and world-renowned Women's Health Expert in-person when we were both speaking at a wellness event in Austin, TX. Kayla's open-hearted wisdom and depth of knowledge are gifts to this world. Kayla bridges the gap of science and spirituality with power and grace, and her novel research and innovations are changing the landscape of feminine health. She is formally trained across the health sciences with a bachelor of science in health ecology, masters of science in public health and she's currently pursuing her doctoral degree in neuropsychophysiology. In this episode, you'll learn how ethical, responsible use of medicines straight from the Earth can be game-changers in up-leveling your mental health and human functioning… changing your neural anatomy, and thus, your life. Plus, in my capacity as Medicine Woman and founder of The EAST Institute, I’ll be sharing more about the in-depth plant medicine healing programs offered through our global organization for healing and transformation. This episode is truly packed with potent education and embodied wisdom!

When it comes to healing and transformation, how we consciously feed our bodies is key. Every choice is an act of creating, either supporting our energetic systems or depleting them. Drop in with Lena and Elissa for this illuminating conversation on The Energetics of Food as Medicine Lena first met Elissa several of years back when we were both speakers for a wellness event with The Purist Magazine & ATTUNE in the Hamptons. Since then, a sweet friendship has developed. Lena has a deep respect for Elissa's heroic journey of healing herself after being diagnosed with cancer, then bringing her wisdom to the world. Join us in this health-activating conversation on the truth that food is energetic and physical medicine for our minds, bodies and souls. In this episode of Medicine Wisdom, you'll learn how eat to optimize energy, mood and immunity, and Elissa will step us into conscious food choices to improve gut health. Elissa was diagnosed with cancer in her early 30s and took an alternative route to heal herself. After having her two girls, she was then diagnosed with Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s, which she was able to put into remission, too. Her husband was diagnosed with cancer at 43 and lost his battle a year and a half later, and Elissa decided it was time to take her health even more seriously and became an Integrative Holistic Nutritionist. Fast forward several years, and she has helped thousands of clients manage their health issues. Elissa has created several successful cleanses with Café Gratitude and M Cafe, including her delivered S.O.U.P cleanse in LA and her digital 7-Day RESET cleanse, and she has a signature juice at Erewhon. Elissa published the bestselling Cancer Hacks is and currently working on her second book about pronging and how to physically, emotionally, and spiritually cleanse to live a vibrant and thriving life.

Wealth IS your essential nature. In this episode, New Earth Abundance, Lena and Melissa will step you into a transformative discussion around money and currency as sacred exchange and energetic portals. Abundance is a state of being that is our true nature and our birthright. In this episode, Lena is diving in with Melissa Ruiz, Quantum & Soulful Biz Queen, to discuss what it means to alchemize any limiting beliefs that hold you back from embodying New Earth Abundance. Melissa is the Founder and visionary behind Melissa Ruiz Empowerment, as well as a Registered Yoga Teacher, Mindset Expert and Online Soulpreneur Business Coach. After working as an MTV producer for 13 years, she left her native New York life behind to pursue her true passion and purpose. She quit a 6 figure job, got a divorce, and now she mentors mystical, offbeat entrepreneurs to start and scale their businesses through a spiritually universal lens. We're in a time when the collective is being called to BE in full alignment with the energetic resonance of Pachamama (Mother Earth) and her limitless capacity for rejuvenation and creation.

Lena's journey of embodying the shamanic path has been activated by deep initiations of loss and change. It's been both an awe-inspiring and humbling journey, requiring the courage to dive deep into the layers of fear-based falseness in order to excavate the truth of what it means to be a shaman. The truth is, there are so many misconceptions about shamanism~ what it is, what it isn't, and what does it mean to embody this path authentically? You won't want to miss the POWER of my next conversation on Medicine Wisdom ~ “Demystifying Shamanism & Sacred Feminine Leadership” This episode with Alyson Charles is a voyage through this multi-dimentional topic of shamanism with and how it intersects with the urgent need for Sacred Feminine Leadership on Earth at this time. Alyson is a revered shaman and author. She is devoted to being of service, living by the calls of inner wisdom, energy medicine and the shamanic practices she has mastered through her studies with spiritual teachers, both of and beyond this world. She is the host of the Ceremony Circle Podcast and the bestselling Author of ANIMAL POWER. Alyson’s power animal shamanic journey was named “a top meditation to try” by O, The Oprah Magazine and she has been called a leading shaman for expanding others into their full gifts and a “full-fledged guide into your psyche” by Forbes. This Goddess was resident energy guru for the world’s top wellness platform and collaborates with media outlets including the New York Times, HBO, NatGeo, Well + Good, NYLON, mindbodygreen, Elle & Self.

It's a revolutionary time in mental health…we're seeing the paradigms of treatment and healing shift significantly. With the re-emergence of psychedelic-assisted healing and transformation (indigenous healing tools reintegrating into our society), we're seeing what's possible when it comes to truly addressing psycho-emotional conditions like stress, anxiety and depression ~ epidemics in our modern world. In this episode, I drop in with Ellen Vora, MD, a change-maker in the psychiatry and wellness fields. I first met Ellen at the mindbodygreen conference in Arizona years back. Upon experiencing her work, my response was, Hellll yes! This is the psychiatrist I've been waiting for, one I would feel inspired to have working with my clients. We've been connected ever since, and I've followed her expanding work. Ellen is an MD, board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist and yoga teacher, and she is the author of the bestselling book The Anatomy of Anxiety. She received her B.A. from Yale and her M.D. from Columbia. Dr. Vora takes a functional medicine approach to mental health, considering the whole person and addressing the problem at the root rather than reflexively prescribing medication to suppress symptoms. THIS is the psychiatric approach we need for collective healing on this planet. She is a change-maker and revolutionary medical practitioner for our modern times.

Delve into this conscious conversation on “The Path to Enlightenment: Sitting With Discomfort with Lena and Lama Rod. Lama Rod is the bestselling author of Love & Rage, a Buddhist Minister and Authorized Lama. As an activist and international influencer with a Masters of Divinity in Buddhist Studies from Harvard Divinity School, his teachings center on freedom, self-expression and radical self-care. Lena first connected with Lama Rod at the Atlanta Wanderlust Festival years ago. They were both speakers at the event and attended each other’s sessions. Lena immediately felt this beautiful connection ~ upon receiving his words, she sensed the palpable and pure essence of his heart. His teachings felt like a guided meditation whispering directly to her soul. Drop in with Lena and Lama Rod as they discuss what the Path to Enlightenment really means here in human form, and how transforming our relationship with discomfort is a key component.

This episode will share ancient Native American wisdom through story-telling and creation of sacred space so you can drop into the Vision of The Earthkeepers. Tom Blue Wolf is a dear friend and Muskogee Creek Elder. Tom is a spiritual ecology artist whose dharma (life purpose) evokes a balanced relationship with nature through engaging in ceremony, ritual, and rites of passage with community. He is the Founder and Director of Earthkeepers One Tribe Trading Company, an organization dedicated to manufacturing and distributing herbal healing products. Tom is also a charter member of the World Council of Elders, Director for the South Eastern Council of Interfaith Indigenous Elders, a Faithkeeper and Pipe Carrier for the Star Clan of the Lower Creek and a lifetime member of the Indigenous Healers Association. We're all souls who have chosen to come live on Pachamama (Mother Earth) for profound reasons. This episode of ceremonial space will share the multi-dimensional vision of what it means to truly embody this Earth Walk as an alchemist and advocate of healing and transformation.

Join Lena Franklin and Mother Jaguar for a ceremonial episode on the Path of the Medicine Woman. This is a journey through the healing stages of fully embodying your soul's purpose, shedding the false in service of the true. Your truth exists within the light of your soul and the gifts you're meant to share with the world. In order to discover these essential parts of your nature, transformative shadow work is mandatory. The Medicine Woman's path is one of alchemy. Mother Jaguar is a beloved shaman in the Yawanawa tradition and descendent of African and Yuchi heritage who has studied alongside indigenous shamans of Brazil, Africa and Peru for 13 years. This episode will overflow with wisdom, inspiration and guidance to fully own who you truly are in human form.

Join Lena Franklin and her guest, Danielle Paige, famed Intuitive Astrologer and Spiritual Teacher for a potent conversation on the energy forecast for 2023. They'll be diving into the energetics of this year and what this means for your own personal transformation cycles, your spiritual growth and how it relates to the expansion of consciousness. Featured on Vogue, Goop and CBS, Danielle is known for teaching you how to understand your purpose, shift patterns, learn to love and accept yourself and understand what cycles you're in and help you step into your power. Soak in this episode of wisdom, connection and transmission.

Lena Franklin has been on a journey back home to her wholeness. Growing up in a hybrid Buddhist/Christian home, we entire life has been a merge of East and West ~ the core of her global healing work. As a Modern Medicine Woman, Transpersonal Psychotherapist and Founder of The EAST Institute, Lena guides people inward so they can heal at the deepest levels, excavating their purpose in the world. Lena's healing gifts became amplified by courageously integrating the lessons from her own human journey of mother loss, grief, existential crisis, divorce, life deconstruction and profound spiritual healing around the world, including through plant medicine. In this episode of Medicine Wisdom, Lena authentically and candidly shares those dark night of the soul chapters in her life and how she was able to embrace that journey of deconstruction to embodied liberation, transforming the misaligned aspects of her inner and outer life into attracting the twin flame love of her life, being a world renowned spiritual teacher, and creating The EAST Institute. Pure joy, love, abundance and limitlessness are possible for everyone. Lena is a living reflection of this. Towards the end of the show, Lena will guide you into an Abundance Activating Shamanic Journey so you can continue stepping into your power and purpose!