The Drop the Needle Podcast

Ep. 16 - Coming out of the Spiritual Closet | Part 2 | Irene Doreste

In this episode, Irene Doreste discusses the importance of meditation and being a clear and open channel. She explains that meditation helps to quiet the logical mind and allows us to connect with Source energy. Irene also introduces the concept of Clair senses and how they contribute to being an open channel. She emphasizes the need to trust the messages that come through and to lean into the practice of meditation for a more peaceful and connected experience. The conversation explores the importance of trust and openness in psychic readings and spiritual experiences. It emphasizes the need for both the reader and the sitter to have faith in the process. The concept of signs and synchronicities is also discussed, highlighting how the universe tries to get our attention through repeating numbers, songs, and other symbols. The importance of asking for guidance and being open to receiving messages is emphasized. The conversation concludes with a story about the power of choosing a symbol and asking the universe to show it as a sign. In this final part of the conversation, Irene shares a story about synchronicity and signs from the universe. She talks about how she asked the universe for a sign and ended up seeing a yellow hot air balloon. Irene emphasizes the importance of trusting the universe and being open to receiving signs. Jim and Irene discuss the power of music to uplift and change our mood. Irene mentions the song 'Say What You Need to Say' by John Mayer as her personal theme song. They also talk about songs that could potentially change the world if people really listened to the lyrics, such as 'Man in the Mirror' by Michael Jackson and 'Let It Be' by The Beatles. Irene promises to share her personal song in the next episode.
 
You can reach Irene Doreste by visiting her website at www.soulsurgerylifecoaching.com
 
Listen to this episode's Spotify playlist:
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Ep. 15 - Coming out of the Spiritual Closet | Part 1 | Irene Doreste

In this episode of the Drop the Needle podcast, host Jim Allstott sits down with the multifaceted
Irene Doreste to discuss her journey from a scientific background to becoming a holistic health practitioner. Irene shares her unique insights on integrating spirituality into everyday life, balancing the scientific and spiritual worlds, and her personal experiences with energy healing, chakras, and intuition. They also touch upon the importance of holistic health and how to begin trusting one's own intuition.
 
This week's Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7mjsqZLKU4AM9LueSbRKBj?si=7092a2c8058b4286

Ep. 14 - Dr. Beth Plachetka | Clinical Social Worker, Safe Harbor Counseling

Dr. Beth Plachetka discusses her background in education and how she became a mental health professional. She talks about the changing perception of mental health and the importance of addressing mental health issues. She also discusses the lingering effects of COVID-19 on mental health and the challenges of returning to work. Dr. Plachetka explains workplace bullying and its impact on individuals and organizations. She emphasizes the need for awareness and strategies to address workplace bullying. In this conversation, Dr. Beth Plachetka discusses workplace bullying and its impact on mental health. She emphasizes the importance of listening and providing support to victims of bullying, as well as setting boundaries and practicing self-care. Dr. Plachetka also highlights the need for organizations to create emotionally safe workplaces and promote respect and empathy. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the power of music to bring people together and the significance of certain songs in our lives.
 
This episode’s Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0dLaUsGBeSUyO6H9aprBs6?si=de8a819f0da14b7d