Welcome to a brand-new year and a brand-new episode of Mind Power Meets Mystic! Michelle Walters hosts this week’s conversation while Cinthia Varkevisser takes the week off. We dive into the fascinating world of astrology with special guest Celeste Brooks, a predictive astrologer, life coach, and intuitive. Celeste shares her journey from corporate life to full-time astrology and offers insights into the major astrological energies shaping 2025.

From the “Four S’s” (storms, strikes, supply chain disruptions, and sickness) to opportunities for personal growth through Jupiter in Cancer, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate the year ahead. Whether you’re an astrology enthusiast or new to the stars, you’ll come away inspired to align with the cosmic energies of 2025.

1. What horary astrology is and how it works as the "tarot of astrology."
2. Celeste’s personal journey from corporate life to full-time astrologer.
3. Major astrological themes for 2025, including:

• Saturn and Neptune moving into Aries.
• The lunar nodes shifting into Pisces and Virgo.
• Jupiter in Cancer bringing focus to home, family, and intuition.

1. The “Four S’s” of 2025: storms, strikes, supply chain issues, and sickness.
2. Practical tips for thriving in a year of change, including how to use astrology for intention setting.

• “Astrology had me at hello—it explains so much about ourselves, the world around us, and the timing of events.” – Celeste Brooks
• “2025 is a year of big endings and new beginnings, with change being the central theme.” – Celeste Brooks
• “Focus on what’s in your control—your home, your family, and your inner sense of security.” – Michelle Walters

• Celeste Brooks’ Website: Astrology by Celeste
• Free Guide: Setting Intentions with the Moon Phases
• Workshop in Sacramento: Learn about the moon’s phases and how to use them for goal setting.

• Podcast: Celestial Insights
• Instagram: @AstrologyByCeleste
• Workshops and Readings: Available through her website.

Links & Resources

• Previous Episode on Generosity: Episode #114.
• An Alignment of Spirit: Finding Work You Love by Michelle Walters

• Cinthia Varkevisser: Website | Social Media
• Michelle Walters: Website | Social Media

In this special World Hypnosis Day episode, Michelle Walters shares a transformative hypnosis session titled Fresh Starts. Before diving into the session, Michelle highlights the significance of January 4th as a day to celebrate the power of hypnosis and introduces her monthly Nourish and Flourish events, where she hosts group hypnosis on timely topics. January’s theme is fresh starts, aligning perfectly with the new year. This episode sets the stage for listeners to embrace new beginnings and release what no longer serves them. Prepare for a relaxing, immersive experience and remember to find a quiet space to fully enjoy the journey.

• Cinthia Varkevisser: Website | Social Media
• Michelle Walters: Website | Social Media

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Happy 2025!

Episode Overview

As we approach the 2024-2025 New Year, Michelle Walters (the "Mind Power") and Cinthia Varkevisser (the Mystic) explore the often-overlooked art of receiving. While giving is widely celebrated, receiving is just as vital and deeply interconnected. In this episode, the hosts discuss how receiving creates balance, builds deeper connections, and enhances our ability to give with generosity and gratitude.

Key Topics Discussed

1. The Balance of Giving and Receiving

• Why receiving is essential and complements the act of giving.
• Cultural beliefs that make receiving challenging, like “It’s better to give than to receive.”

1. The Art of Listening and Noticing

• From Michelle’s upcoming book The ABCs of Conscious Leadership:
• “N is for Noticing.”
• How noticing and listening are foundational for conscious leadership and authentic communication.

1. Energy Exchange in Communication

• How receiving creates an energy flow, much like an infinity loop.
• Tips to avoid deflecting compliments and to receive with grace and acknowledgment.

1. Receiving as an Act of Generosity

• Allowing others to be generous creates a sense of abundance for everyone involved.
• Why receiving isn’t a favor—it’s a gift that fosters connection.

1. Openness and Trust

• From The ABCs of Conscious Leadership:
• “O is for Openness.”
• How being open to new experiences enhances receiving.
• The importance of trust, especially for empaths, in allowing themselves to receive and replenish.

1. Gratitude and Manifestation

• How receiving enables us to practice gratitude.
• Insights from Michelle’s book An Alignment of Spirit: Finding Work You Love on how receiving is crucial to manifesting dreams and goals.

1. Practical Tips for Receiving

• Pause and breathe after saying “thank you.”
• Trust in your worthiness to receive without guilt or the need to reciprocate immediately.

Special Announcements

• Michelle’s Upcoming Book:
• The ABCs of Conscious Leadership—launching February 2025.
• Join the Project:
• Mind Power Meets Mystic offers a unique one-hour session combining Cinthia’s intuitive guidance and Michelle’s personalized hypnosis. Includes actionable recommendations, a recorded hypnosis session, and a Zoom recording. Details in the show notes!

Takeaways for 2025

• Embrace the balance of giving and receiving as a practice.
• Be open to receiving with an open heart—it’s a form of generosity.
• Build a world where gratitude and trust create deeper connections and opportunities.

Links & Resources

• Previous Episode on Generosity: Episode #114.
• An Alignment of Spirit: Finding Work You Love by Michelle Walters

• Cinthia Varkevisser: Website | Social Media
• Michelle Walters:

Episode Description:

In this episode of Mind Power Meets Mystic, your hosts Michelle Walters, the Mind Power junkie, and Cinthia Varkevisser, your House Mystic, are thrilled to welcome Sonia Saleh, founder of Uplifting Nonprofits. Sonia shares her inspiring journey of blending spirituality, energy work, and practical expertise to transform nonprofit fundraising.

From her unique multicultural and spiritual upbringing to her transition from hospitality to nonprofit consulting, Sonia’s story is a masterclass in alignment, collaboration, and purpose-driven work. She dives deep into:

• The importance of board members contributing financially to their organizations.
• How energy alignment and collaboration lead to fundraising success.
• Tips for joining a nonprofit board and understanding your role.
• How her personal spiritual journey informs her professional life.

Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, board member, or someone passionate about creating meaningful change, this episode is packed with actionable insights and heart-centered wisdom.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Sonia’s multicultural upbringing and its impact on her spiritual and professional journey.
2. The challenges and breakthroughs she faced as a nonprofit board member learning to fundraise.
3. Why financial contributions from board members are essential for alignment and credibility.
4. The role of energy, collaboration, and personal alignment in nonprofit success.
5. Practical tips for anyone considering joining a nonprofit board.

Resources Mentioned:

• Sonia’s Unleash Your Inner Fundraiser program.
• Sonia’s 25-minute video for board members: Understanding Your Role in Fundraising ($47).

Links to Connect with Sonia:

• Website: Uplifting Nonprofits
• Purchase Sonia’s video resource: Understanding Your Role in Fundraising

Quote of the Episode:

"Fundraising isn’t just about money—it’s about connection. It’s about aligning with the energy of abundance and building relationships that inspire people to contribute." – Sonia Saleh

Cinthia’s Offerings:

• Mystic Magic Mentoring: A four-session deep dive to break through personal challenges and create transformative shifts in relationships and life.
• Mystic Magic Journeying: For those ready to explore their mystic and intuitive side in-depth.

Michelle’s Offerings:

• Three-Pack Coaching Sessions: Available in person or online, blending leadership coaching and hypnosis for personal and professional breakthroughs.

• Cinthia Varkevisser: Website | Social Media
• Michelle Walters: Website | Social Media

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Overview:

In this episode of Mind Power Meets Mystic, we are joined by Jana Marie Toutolmin, a powerful voice in the world of leadership and spiritual growth. Jana shares her journey of integrating angelic and frequency work, and how this transformation has allowed her to better serve women in leadership. She discusses her books and the frequencies we all carry, including how to break out of victimhood and heal from brokenness. This conversation is a deep dive into aligning our inner truth, healing wounds, and stepping into authentic leadership with integrity.

Key Highlights:

• The Journey to Integration: Jana shares how, for many years, she struggled to combine her spiritual practices with leadership work for women. Eventually, standing in her truth allowed her to merge the two into a powerful, fulfilling career.
• The Importance of Mentorship: Jana emphasizes how having a mentor or coach is a game-changer. She discusses how a mentor helped her move beyond the "box" of her own limiting beliefs, and how mentorship can provide clarity in life’s toughest moments.
• Book Discussion: Jana talks about her two books:

1. The Authorities - A collaborative book featuring leaders like Les Brown and Bob Proctor, where Jana shares her insights on mastering frequencies and creating the life you desire.
2. The Catalyst for Clarity (coming in 2025) - This book will delve deeper into the challenges women in leadership face, particularly the "hot mess" under the success, like unhealed broken hearts. She discusses how unresolved emotional wounds can hinder true leadership and the importance of healing.

• Victimhood vs. Empowerment: Jana explains how many people, particularly women, stay stuck in the "why me" frequency, seeing themselves as victims. She teaches that life happens for you, not to you, and encourages listeners to reframe their experiences for greater empowerment.
• Healing for True Leadership: Through her work, Jana has found that many successful women in leadership roles are carrying emotional wounds that have never been healed. She advocates for healing these wounds to step into authentic leadership with integrity and self-awareness. Women in leadership must support one another to build a stronger, more empowered collective.

Resources Mentioned:

• Books by Jana Marie Toutolmin:
• The Authorities (featuring contributions from leaders like Les Brown and Bob Proctor)
• The Catalyst for Clarity (Coming in 2025)
• Dolly Parton Quote: "Find your purpose and do it on purpose."

Connect with Jana Marie Toutolmin:

• thecatalystforclarity@gmail.com

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Cinthia’s Offerings:

• Mystic Magic Mentoring: A four-session deep dive to break through personal challenges and create transformative shifts in relationships and life.
• Mystic Magic Journeying: For those ready to explore their mystic and intuitive side in-depth.

Michelle’s Offerings:

• Three-Pack Coaching Sessions: Available in person or online, blending leadership coaching and hypnosis for personal and professional breakthroughs.

• Cinthia Varkevisser:

Episode Summary:

In this heartfelt episode, Michelle and Cinthia explore the true spirit of giving during the holiday season. From intentional generosity to offering your presence, they share meaningful ways to give that go beyond material gifts. Whether you’re looking to deepen your connections, contribute to your community, or simply embrace the joy of giving, this episode offers practical and inspiring tips to help you make a difference.

Key Takeaways:

1. Give Without Expectation (Michelle’s Tip #1):

• True generosity comes from giving without strings attached.
• Focus on the joy of the act rather than any acknowledgment or outcome.

1. Practice Intentional Generosity (Cinthia’s Tip #1):

• Think deeply about how your gifts reflect your values and intentions.
• Give something that creates lasting meaning, whether that’s time, energy, or a thoughtful token.

1. Give to Those Who Need It Most (Michelle’s Tip #2):

• Extend your generosity to individuals or causes beyond your immediate circle.
• Consider anonymous acts of kindness or supporting those in underserved communities.

1. Give Your Presence (Cinthia’s Tip #2):

• Presence is one of the most valuable gifts you can offer.
• Emotional, spiritual, and energetic presence fosters connection and healing.

Listener Challenge:

This holiday season, reflect on how you can incorporate these tips into your own life. Share your stories of generosity with us—we’d love to celebrate your giving spirit!

Cinthia’s Offerings:

• Mystic Magic Mentoring: A four-session deep dive to break through personal challenges and create transformative shifts in relationships and life.
• Mystic Magic Journeying: For those ready to explore their mystic and intuitive side in-depth.

Michelle’s Offerings:

• Three-Pack Coaching Sessions: Available in person or online, blending leadership coaching and hypnosis for personal and professional breakthroughs.

• Cinthia Varkevisser: Website | Social Media
• Michelle Walters: Website | Social Media

Hosts:

• Cinthia Varkevisser – Resident spiritual shit disturber, stirring things up with mystic power and bold action.
• Michelle Walters – Executive coach and hypnotherapist, turning subconscious blocks into unstoppable momentum.

This Thanksgiving week, Cinthia and Michelle explore a fresh perspective on gratitude: using it as a tool rather than just a feel-good exercise. They share personal stories, practical tips, and strategies for harnessing the power of gratitude to transform your daily life.

Key Takeaways

1. Gratitude as a Gateway:

• Cinthia shares how starting her readings or spiritual work with gratitude clears her mind and sets powerful intentions.
• Gratitude helps empty the "emotional cup" and shift focus to abundance and clarity.

2. Gratitude as an Icebreaker:

• Michelle explains how asking people to share what they're grateful for creates instant heart-to-heart connections, bypassing superficial introductions.
• Gratitude opens the door to meaningful interactions and deeper understanding in group settings.

3. The “1-2-3 Gratitude Practice” (Cinthia’s Method):

• 1: Name one heartfelt gratitude.
• 2: Acknowledge two people genuinely and sincerely.
• 3: Reflect on three positive things from your day, even if small or simple.

4. Gratitude in Manifestation:

• Michelle discusses the power of thanking the universe for what hasn’t yet arrived as a way to align intentions with reality.
• She shares a moving personal story about manifesting her late husband Bruce’s lung transplant through affirmations of gratitude.

5. Gratitude as an Untangling Tool:

• Cinthia uses gratitude to manage overwhelm, especially during emotionally charged times.
• Gratitude helps untangle emotions, shift focus, and create space for actionable solutions.

6. Gratitude to Quiet Judgment:

• Gratitude can dissolve judgment, ego, and unhelpful narratives.
• Cinthia reflects on how gratitude helped her find peace following her brother’s passing by focusing on the beauty of his journey.

7. Gratitude for Life’s Tough Lessons:

• Cinthia shares her gratitude for "ass-kickings" that bring clarity and push her back into action.
• Painful lessons can serve as powerful motivators for growth and transformation.

Cinthia’s Offerings:

• Mystic Magic Mentoring: A four-session deep dive to break through personal challenges and create transformative shifts in relationships and life.
• Mystic Magic Journeying: For those ready to explore their mystic and intuitive side in-depth.

Michelle’s Offerings:

• Three-Pack Coaching Sessions: Available in person or online, blending leadership coaching and hypnosis for personal and professional breakthroughs.

• Cinthia Varkevisser: Website | Social Media
• Michelle Walters: Website | Social Media

n this solo episode of Mind Power Meets Mystic, Michelle Walters dives deep into the transformative power of hypnosis during life transitions. From moving to a new city, navigating the emotional turmoil of breakups, to changing jobs, Michelle explores how hypnosis can help ease the uncertainty and fear that often accompany major life shifts. She shares personal insights from her own life transitions and provides real-world examples of how hypnosis has helped her clients move through challenging periods with clarity and confidence. Whether you're facing a career change, a relationship shift, or simply need support in navigating life's unpredictability, this episode offers valuable tools for finding strength in times of change.

Michelle also reflects on how hypnosis, combined with strategic coaching, can amplify one's strengths and bring clarity to decision-making during transitions. She discusses how shifting emotional states, amplifying confidence, and releasing limiting beliefs can be pivotal in overcoming obstacles. With her unique blend of hypnotherapy and coaching, Michelle demonstrates how clients can harness the power of their subconscious minds to embrace change and create a future aligned with their true desires. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on how to use the mind's power to navigate life’s most challenging transitions with grace and purpose.

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