Authentic Conversations: Recent Episodes
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These podcasts are designed by Present Moment to dive deeper into the meditations that are provided by Transformational Coach and Energy Management Specialist, Susan Cooney and her co-host, Amarelys Perez.
Astrologer Chrysanthe joins us once again to discuss the stars, energy and all things Leo Season.
In this episode, Susan is joined by Shiloh, a new guest and amazing artist who shared her path of leaving a well paying job to pursue her happiness as well as other important life observations.
Amarelys returns to the podcast as we discuss finding our alignment as we approach halfway through 2024.
In this episode, we discuss the idea of 'spring cleaning', looking at the physical act of it as well as the metaphorical act of it.
In this short episode, we discuss 'tools' for clarity. These can be a variety of things, including oracle cards, chrystals, pendulums and many more. You don't have to be an expert to use these tools either! Also, it's not about the 'tool' itself, but the access to your inner knowing that the tool provides.
Chrysanthe returns to discuss Astrology with us in what will now be a monthly series.
Chrysanthe's previous episode (YouTube): https://youtu.be/RRh2_ZnKx3s?si=co6l1eQTDakOgVVD
In this episode, we examine in on how we can better surrender ourselves to the creative process of life and how we can creatively reach our goals. In what seems to be a very big thought, really boils down to us understanding that life is a marathon and being mindful that "obstacles" in our lives, when looked at in the rear view, really put us in the path that we need to be on.
In this short episode, we chat about the benefits of yoga and how it can benefit you both physically and mentally.
In this episode, we discuss our professional journeys. We examine how our upbringing may have an affect on how we approach working, for example, how our role models may impart chaos in our upbringing and how do we deal with said chaos as an adult? We talk about finding that middle ground where you can be at your clearest. In your current job, is it right for you? If you are unhappy at your current place of work, could you find meaning in it for the next move? If you are one to move from one job to the next, are you genuinely seeking or are you escaping something else?
In this episode, we focus on cultivating more in our lives, and not necessarily the financial or material aspect of that idea, but more in the way of say peace of mind, transparency and authenticity with yourself and others, respect and understanding, clarity and a variety of other things that qualify as things to try to attain this year.
In this short episode, we discuss changing our thinking to open more opportunities in our lives. We look at "poor me" as an idea of things happening TO us and "powerful me" as an idea of things happening FOR us.
In this short episode, we speak about how we respond to things that we may not understand and how that ties into us giving and receiving in life, in terms of emotion or reaction.
In this episode, we focus on how people's perception of you has nothing to do with you, so you should only focus your energy on developing your most authentic self. We delve into how people identify you, and it's rarely what you have or what you do, but the energy you emit.
In this episode, we discuss Customer Service and how, especially during the holiday season, both sides can feel pressure. The customer, who most times, takes out their frustration on Customer Service, as well as the representative, who is trying to solve the issue. We use this as an example to show that it's really in how we respond and react to the issue that can alleviate pressure.
In this episode, we discuss what vibrational energy means for each of us and the importance of trying to filter emotions when making life decisions. We also touch on the importance of giving and receiving in friendships, and more importantly, not denying the opportunities for others to give and for you to receive.
In this episode, we discuss the place that technology has in our life, the pros and cons of it and how to make sure we don't lose our authentic selves in the use of it. We also use the idea how technology connects us in the typical way, but is also a metaphor of how energetically we are connected to others and ourselves. Lastly, we reinforce the importance of the power of belief and manifestation.
In this episode, we look at the literal act of mining for diamonds and how there are similarities in the experience that can be applied to real life. We examine the importance of looking at the "cracks" and "imperfections" in our life and listening to the wisdom of those who have "mined for diamonds" in their life. We revisit setting goals and benefits and constraints that putting a 'time' on these goals may offer. Lastly, we reiterate that the importance of keeping awareness present in our everyday lives.
In this episode, we discuss a number of topics, including evaluating the 'doors' in your life and the idea of using all of the doors, to explore a variety of paths in your life! We also discuss the notion that the need for change comes from chaos and not from comfort. We tie this back into which route you will take in your life and how to work with the fear we have and the art of using small steps to overcome it.
In this episode, we discuss how we react to things or people in our lives and how it is our decision whether we feel good or bad about something. We also look at what can contribute to those decisions. We also look at how we contribute to the emotions and reactions of others.
The header may lead you to think that this episode focuses on being a 'good' parent to your children, but it actually encompasses the occasions where you may need to be a 'parent' to your parent, or to another family member. In this episode, we examine both and how we can deal with triggers and balance. We look at the importance of seeing the relationship with your parent as an adult / adult relationship and the overall importance of 'active listening'.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of setting boundaries and that the word 'no' is a complete sentence. We also examine the importance of your gut, your intuition, your feeling. If you are feeling it, then it's real for you, trust it.
In this episode, we look at the approaching changing of season and how this can be a time of renewal and reset. We also discuss the importance of balance in our lives and what we can do to ensure this and how this plays a part in us 'giving away' our power.
In this episode we discuss the importance of understanding of living in both darkness and light and what that means. For example, the work that we do in the light helps us show us who we are now and benefits us in the dark. We also examine the importance of taking the time to pause in your times of struggle (the dark) with identify what you might need to pull you out. Lastly, we take a look at the idea of your 'community' and how that changes through time and that it usually isn't a bad thing.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of connecting to who we truly are, on our journey. There is so much to us than what we can see, so it is important to take that time for reflection, understanding and learning of who we are and surrounding and offering that same love and support for ourselves to those closest to us.
In this special episode, we have a discussion with Nadine Perez and Kelly Cole Smith, who have their own podcast called "We See You - Sawubona". We talk about the importance of surrounding ourselves with like minded people that will support our journey. We also look into how our tribe changes throughout our journey, and that can be a great thing.
You can find Nadine and Kelly's podcast here and follow them on Instagram below:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-see-you-sawubona/id1674278394
Nadine Perez - @postivelynadine
Kelly Cole Smith - @kelly.cole.smith
In this episode, we explore the idea of connecting the dots in our lives and how it is important to be aware that every aspect of our lives are inter-connecting in some way. We also look into the importance of realizing that in order to live a fulfilled life, you have to connect those dots internally. Lastly, we examine the importance of allowing space for people to express their value in us and accept the good in it.
In this episode, we examine the idea of 'fight or flight' and what that means. We look at the importance of addressing confrontation, avoidance and triggers in you and in others.
In this episode, we examine our self-worth. Our worth is determined from the inside out, others don't get to tell us what our value is. They may determine what your value is to them, but that has no bearing on your value.
In this episode, we discuss the triggers as an adult which likely stem from childhood and the importance on focusing on healing your inner child.
In this episode, we look further into the renewal of Spring time and how to utilize that as an opportunity to further align to your passions, manage your energy and practice truly being present.
In this episode, we examine how to use Spring not only to observe how the seasons outside affect what's happening on the inside, but also using it as an opportunity to open yourself to new possibilities in life.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of being comfortable in change, as it is constant, shift happens. In addition, we also look at the idea of shift in the sense of if you are not happy with something in your life, you have the power to change it, to shift it.
In this episode, we talk about putting our ego away and the benefits that provides for yourself and others.
In this episode, we continue to delve into the 4 Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, focusing on Doing Your Best.
In this episode, we have a conversation with Natasha Levinger, a spirtual coach that specializes with energy and inner child healing.
In this episode, we re-visit one of the 4 Agreements from the book by Don Miguel Ruiz called "Don't Make Assumptions". If you are interested in the book, you can find it in the link below:
https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319
In this episode, we speak with special guest Lexi De La Rosa, who walks us through her process of chasing her passion and the importance of finding a community that will allow your dreams to flourish.
In this episode, we speak with special guest, Cinnamon, who runs a popular motivational TikTok account called Mindset Minute. She walks us through her path to arriving at utilizing the social media platform to inspire positivity for everyone that follows.
Her TikTok is @minsetminute
Her Instagram is @xoxocinnyb
In our special 50th episode, we have a conversation with author Tom Stepkoski, who is a self-published writer of the book "Because Nobody Told Me I Couldn't". He candidly discusses his path to achieving his own happiness and having no boundaries on what he wanted to do in life.
His book can be purchased here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/because-nobody-told-me-i-couldnt-thomas-stepkoski/1140064307
Happy New Year! In our first episode of 2023, we revisit the importance of grounding and centering. With the holidays now over, we discuss the fray that this time of year usually is and how to regroup and enter the new year with sound mind and spirit. We discuss using this time to help break bad patterns and how the connecting with one's breath is at the core, as well as being present in the here and now, of getting to a point for us to be able to begin to do so.
In this episode, we have a conversation with Marcus Brown about his practical approach to alignment. Marcus, who reunited with host Susan randomly (and incredibly) after 30 years, shares his previous experiences in the military and how he applies what he's learned in his ongoing march towards awareness and alignment today. He also discusses how his military experience at a young age structured his regimented thought process early on and how he came to begin to unpack that line of thinking.
In this episode, we have a conversation with Lorena Ramos, a former family law attorney who recently left her practice after realizing her career forced her to be someone that was against her core values. She discusses how her bold move has allowed herself to be more aligned with who she really is and ultimately, happy. A firm believer of manifestation, Lorena is a living example of applying that ideology in real life and how it was one of the best power moves she’s ever done.
Follow Lorena at:
TikTok: @motivationwithlorena
Instagram: @lorena_ramos222
In this episode, we examine 'The 4 Agreements' by Don Miguel Ruiz and the first agreement entitled "Don't Take It Personally". We discuss the idea of if someone is saying something about you, it’s not for you to take it personally, as many times it's viewed in their truth and not yours. Only you know your truth. Don’t let it poison you. We also analyze the meaning of triggers and how to recognize and process them properly.
In this episode, we briefly discuss the birthday of co-host Susan Cooney as well as going into the origination of our ego, what it means when we get older and how to embrace and be aware of it.
In this episode, Susan discusses her current journey of utilizing her experience as a counselor as well as yoga and meditation and how it lead her down the distinct road of helping student athletes. Not only has this lead her to her other podcast, The Athlete Whisperer, but now on the coaching staff for college athletes. She discusses how it's important to follow your heart and to pay attention when the universe is showing you signs.
In this episode, Danielle Warn returns to discuss a variety of topics. We cover life after college and whether college adequately preps you for the real world. We cover the current trend of 'quiet quitting' as well as the affects of technology on our mental health and social development.
In this episode, we have a conversation with Chrysanthe, who studies astrology. We discuss the energies around signs and elements and how that plays into our every day lives, our thought processes and our emotional reaction to real life situations.
In this special episode, we have special guest Roxy Moncada-Salinas. Roxy runs her own wellness and fitness company and is a wellness coach for many. Roxy discusses her self doubt in starting the business as well as how her business has grown through the pandemic. She also discusses how much changing her diet helped her mentally. She's a firm believer in "treating your body like a temple."
Later in the episode, Roxy bravely shares her story of her battle with breast cancer and how keeping a sense of purpose brought her through. As a person who rarely asked for help, she realized in her battle who her "tribe" truly was, and the importance of that support system. She also discusses how she applied the learnings in her battle in helping others going through the same.
You can find Roxy at:
@fit_and_faith78
https://roxyherbalfitness.goherbalife.com/Catalog/Home/Index/en-US
In this episode, we examine what our values are, what they could be and how to change any misalignment in them. We also look into a variety of topics that play into our values, such as posing the question 'What makes you angry? Why? And where does it stem from?' Amy also talks about her personal journey and how her move from NY to Florida was important for her. She also goes a bit more into the relationship with her father and examining what needs healing and how to get there.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of being mindful of listening to what feels right to you rather than what others may think of you or what you're doing. Don't take what others think of you seriously. We also talk about good restlessness and the importance of maintaining rhythm and breathe-work in your every day life.
In this episode, we have special guest Danielle Warn. Danielle, a recent college grad who has been in the workforce gives a view on finding alignment while in her 20s. She made a big move, releasing a relationship, a living arrangement and a job in quick succession. Some would call it a crisis, but she calls it finding alignment and happiness. She speaks on that many that are her age are placing more value on freedom and happiness. While this was not an easy road, it was a necessary one. She goes into how women specifically find themselves apologizing and making ones self smaller to make others more comfortable. She also discusses the importance of her support system in this journey.
In this episode we open up on how we are surrounded by divide in life, financial, political, racial, religious and more. Upon this, we look at how the idea of divide causes us to get caught up in comparing ourselves to others at any given moment. We look at the importance of awareness in catching and forgiving ourselves when getting caught in these moments and reinforcing the idea of gratitude and protecting our energy.
In this episode, we look into a book called "The 4 Agreements" and a principle in it that says to 'be impeccable with your words'. We discuss how important this is in not only how to talk to others, but talk to yourself as well as how you receive words from others. Many times, words we receive draws from how we heard those words growing up and how we react to them now. We discuss how through awareness, we can begin to clean up those soundbites in our lives to not have as much a negative affect as they may once have had.
In this episode we discuss the importance of addressing the past and the important act of allowing space for healing. In addition, we revisit the idea of meeting yourself where you are at in your journey, allowing you to be and exist where you are but also having the grace to meet others where they are in their journey. We look a little deeper into our co-hosts history with her parents and the abandonment issues that were rooted.
In this episode, we look deeper into the power of energy, the unseen. We discuss the importance of grounding yourself and surrounding yourself with the right people, messages and energy. We also discuss how Susan Cooney came to find herself in this message and making it her life's work. Lastly, we touch on abandonment issues and allowing room for closure.
In this episode, we discuss a variety of topic including healthy routines, learning and un-learning, pushing ourselves, examining why we work so hard for others and the importance of sharing our gifts.
In this episode we discuss the difference between conventional and diagnosable mental illness and mental "unwellness". We look into the external forces that can drive mental "unwellness" such as societal forces, social media and more. We also go over the importance of gratitude and observing signs that may have always been there to help overcome aspects of mental "unwellness".
In this episode, we conclude the examination of the 14 Mindfulness Trainings. #12 is the Reverence for Life where we show appreciation for the things we do have. #13 is Generosity, not only in offering a helping hand to others, but also to ourselves. Lastly, #14 is the Right Conduct and making sure your mindful of giving yourself what the right thing is for you.
In this episode, we look at the tenth and eleventh installments of the 14 Mindfulness Trainings. This is Protecting and Nourishing Your Group and living The Right Livelihood. We look to make sure that not only does our circle nourish us, but that we can provide the same for them. In addition, we look at living the right livelihood in that we are aware of things in the world that we may not agree with and setting out to make sure that what we do in our lives doesn't play into those non-agreeable aspects.
In this episode we discuss the eighth and ninth installments of the 14 Mindfulness Trainings. First we look at the true community and connection that we surround ourselves with and discerning the importance of keeping good true energy around you, even though sometimes the truth may hurt. Second we look at the truthful and loving speech not only to others, but to yourself. We dig a little deeper into how perception and comparisons of others lives may not serve us in the way we think it does.
In this episode, we look at the 6th and 7th installments of the 14 Mindfulness Trainings, taking care of anger and Dwelling Happily In The Present Moment. We examine identifying triggers and fears and discuss projections that create feelings of anger. We also look as anger as the reaction to being hurt and how to recognize it, work through it and dwell happily in the present. These two installments go hand in hand.
In this episode, we look at the fifth installment from the 14 Mindfulness Trainings. We explore the importance of not beating ourselves up when we don't know what we don't know. We delve into empathy, being an empath and being empathetic. Lastly, we cover the importance of being mindful understand where ones self is, and how it is important to be mindful of how life's events and circumstances serve you.
In this episode, we look at the fourth installment from the 14 Mindfulness Trainings. We look at the importance of being aware of suffering of all degrees and utilizing that awareness to embrace change in our lives.
In this episode, we look at the third installment of the 14 Mindfulness Trainings, the freedom of thought. Not only is it the literal freedom of thought of us understanding of how our life works, but also the importance of not imposing our thoughts of others and allowing them to have their own freedom of thought.
In this episode, we look at the second of Thich Nhat Hanh's 14 Mindfulness Trainings, the non-attachment to views. We explore the importance of perspective and gratitude and how to not attach to a view or an idea as we are constantly changing. We delve into how this helps us take our first step into becoming the best version our ourselves.
In this episode, we discuss the first of Thich Nhat Hanh's 14 mindfulness training techniques called Openness. We examine the power of allowing yourself to be open to change and the positive chain reaction this can cause in your life.
In this conversation, we look at the difference between control versus surrender. Control is born out of fear. Control makes you tighten, while surrender makes you relax. We look into 'forcing' things to happen as well as taken inventory of ourselves as well as revisiting the Law of Attraction. We also look at real life examples where we surrender or let go of something we are trying to control.
In this episode, we look at the importance of giving ourselves the permission to take a pause as well as looking into the idea of how sometimes we create chaos just to feel the energy and avoid the silence. We also discuss the importance of setting boundaries, as well as how it looks when we don't. Lastly we cover why it's good to not be emotionally attached to outcomes and searching for people who may be walking the same path as us, cultivating positive thought and creating a support system to help us move forward in our journey.
In this episode, we dive into the importance of remaining centered and discussing helpful tools to return you to it in those times where you may be un-centered.
In this episode, we discuss sustaining motivation by creating momentum. We also examine the power of putting your intentions in the world.
In this episode, we discuss the idea of using discomfort as fuel. If Covid has brought us anywhere, it is to a new state of awareness in our lives. We look into being able to choose and trust the process and to recognize our own successes.
In this episode, we look at the difference of male and female energies and how we can harness traits from either gender for balance in our own lives, regardless of our gender.
Visit original meditation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsFQgQoX5WA&t=636s
In this episode, we examine ways to deal with grief as well as exploration, both internally and externally and how we can benefit from the way we view both.
In this episode, we look at what roadblocks mean in life and how to maneuver through them. We also discussion the power of manifestation.
In this episode, we look at the final of the Universal Laws, the Law of Polarity. We examine the importance of your perspective within polarity of light and dark, the polarity of forward and back and positives and negatives and the polarity between joy and sadness.
Visit original meditation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9N82h7OPJzU&t=10s
In this episode, we examine how to utilize rhythm in various ways, for example your mood cycles or your sleep pattern, to allow yourself to nourish the body physically and emotionally.
Visit original meditation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkvH7kndkks
In this episode, we look at Compensation, and what that means to allow yourself to receive, not only money, but energy, kindness and compassion. We are programmed to give, but we look into how we refill in order to give.
Visit original meditation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uieoQaQGXdg&t=2s
In this episode, we look at how our perspective and labeling become the judgement of a given circumstance we are given. The Law of Relativity shows us that everything is neutral, all situations are equal, but the interpretation of the situation is ours to make.
Visit original meditation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZi1pHLM4Lw
In this episode, we look at 'Cause and Effect' and how it is commonly understood as karma or the simple act in you get what you give, but we look deeper into the intention of what you give.
Visit original meditation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8OJc9I3yu0
In this episode, we dissect what 'Perpetual Transmutation of Energy' actually is and how to utilize this law to notice more about how we are affecting change rather than the change in life affects us.
Visit original meditation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxmFNIbmHMs
In this episode, we look at the inspired action to move forward in the direction of your dreams. By Susan Cooney & Amarelys Perez.
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In this episode, we explore utilizing vibration to bring is back to our centered authentic self. By Susan Cooney & Amarelys Perez.
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In this episode, we look at the Universal Law of Correspondence, which is the law of communication...with yourself. By Susan Cooney & Amarelys Perez.
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We examine the much discussed Law of Attraction, part of the Universal Laws that govern the universe. We discuss the ability of manifesting and how it relates to the other laws. By Susan Cooney & Amarelys Perez.
Visit original meditation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIYBqYurEOE
In this episode, we look at the first of the 12 Universal Laws, the Law of Oneness, in that everything that exists, seen or unseen, is connected. Together we are one and divinely inseparable. By Susan Cooney & Amarelys Perez.
Visit original mediation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp9k-yrb4LI
In this episode, we discuss renewal, regrowth and expansion. We also look into how energy is passed through generations. By Susan Cooney & Amarelys Perez.
In this episode, we examine the importance of action. By Susan Cooney & Amarelys Perez.
In this first episode of Authentic Conversations, we look into the importance of alignment and authenticity of ones self. By Susan Cooney & Amarelys Perez.