The Soul Diaries: Recent Episodes
Jenn Scott
Hi, my name is Jenn Scott. I am a Spiritual Psychology coach, a specialist in meditation and the subconscious mind, and a writer. Welcome to The Soul Diaries. Join me each week as I guide you between the covers of my personal journals set against the backdrop of the changing seasons and our transforming world. Each episode includes a blend of storytelling, thought-provoking interviews with fascinating guests ranging from NYT best-selling authors to psychologists, musicians, spiritual teachers, scientists, artists, environmental activists, and more; as well as deep-dives into the intimate and defining experiences we all share, soothing meditations to help you deepen your inner connection and awaken your soul, and to top it off, some of my favorite soulful music. My heartfelt wish is that this show will offer you, my listeners, some comfort, calm, upliftment, insight, and wisdom at this unique and unfolding time in our world. Because what I know is this: We are all one, and when we share our stories and our learning, we can lift each other higher. For more info about the show (and myself) connect with me on Instagram @souldiariespodcast. You can also visit my professional website: www.jennscottcoaching.com ~ and email me directly at jenn@jennscottcoaching.com. I am so grateful and inspired to have you here! Much love, Jenn.
How often do you make choices that reflect your truth and honor who you are & what you truly desire? In this illuminating new episode, Jenn guides you step by step in how to make self-honoring a way of Life that will lead you to fulfillment, peace, and liberation. She also shares her fascinating conversation with a Zen Buddhist priest as well as an intimate and revealing diary entry about her latest challenge! Plus, some soulful music and a meditation on the wisdom of Rumi.
This episode is all about how to bring more love, light, and upliftment into your life during the winter months; and the tremendous healing power of nature and creativity. Jenn shares her inspiring interview with avant-garde Canadian landscape painter Sarah Carlson. And guides you through a meditation for Bathing in Cosmic Light. Tune in and be revived!
Jenn unfolds the story of her transformative road trip back from California and how it made her see the magic of SKY in a whole new light. She teaches you how noticing, savoring, and looking up can be powerful spiritual practices. And shares part two of her inspiring conversation with world-renowned mystic, religious scholar, and author Andrew Harvey as they discuss the difference between happiness and authentic, sustaining joy. Plus some cool new indie music, and a meditation for presence and awakening through the senses.
There is an ancient Taoist proverb that says "No one can see their reflection in running water. It is only in still water that we can see." This episode is all about the power of stillness as a doorway to deep inner knowing, serenity, and liberation. Jenn shares part one of her conversation with internationally renowned mystic, religious scholar, and author Andrew Harvey. And she guides you in a powerful meditation for awakening the energies you need to step into the life of your highest dreams.
Completing cycles of life thoughtfully, with loving awareness is incredibly meaningful, powerful, and self-supportive. Join Jenn for this sacred meditation as she guides you in the practices of reflection and setting heartfelt intentions so that you can close the year with gratitude and step into the fresh New Year ahead with loving clarity and empowerment. Blessings to you!
Deep within you there is a place that is untouched by the happenings of the world. In this soothing meditation, Jenn guides you on a journey inward to connect with your inner peace and wisdom. You’ll experience a deep sense of calm and liberation. And you will begin to foster more sustained peace and grounded-ness in your Life out there. It’s the perfect meditation for this time of year✨
Let's delve even deeper into the enigmatic subject of Love. Here in part 2, we explore a life-changing new vision of Self-Love, why sexual fidelity isn't Love, and how to enrich our lives through the meaningful Love of places, Nature, and even beloved things. Jenn shares part 2 of her heart-opening conversation with psychologist and author Dr. Matt McKay as they discuss the revelations in his new book "Love in the Time of Impermanence." Plus, some LOVE-ly music and a meditation for radiating our Loving Kindness.
You might say that Love is the most important thing in the world. And yet it remains elusive and misunderstood by so many of us. With the help of psychologist and author Dr. Matt McKay, Jenn shares a life-changing new vision of Love, shows you how BECOME THE LOVE that is your true nature, transform your beloved relationships, and draw more Love into your life. In conversation, Jenn and Matt discuss his new book "Love in the Time of Impermanence." As always, you'll be uplifted with some soulful music and a powerful meditation of Love Affirmations.
You'll want to light a candle and get cozy for this one! Nietzsche so fittingly called autumn the season of the soul. In this inspiring new episode, Jenn guides you on a journey within to embrace fall and winter as a time of inner exploration and personal transformation through the magic of books, meditation practice, clear intention, and soulful contemplation. Autumn is also a beautiful time to experience nature in new ways. Jenn shares her interview with brilliant Oxford physicist Dr. Jude Currivan as they discuss her new book "The Story of Gaia: The Big Breath and the Evolutionary Journey of Our Conscious Planet." Plus, some soulful music and a meditation for creating fresh, new habits. Cozy up and enjoy!!
Jenn shares her enchanting experience of attending the annual Day of the Dead festival at the Hollywood Forever Cemetary while living in LA. According to the wisdom traditions from which this and similar rituals rise, death is an integral, ever-present part of life. And as infinite souls having a human experience, we need not fear death but embrace its mysteries as we honour life itself. Jenn shares her interview with esteemed psychologist and author Dr. Matt McKay as they discuss his fascinating book "The Luminous Landscape of the Afterlife." Plus, some mystical music from Patrick Watson, and a meditation for seeing the light in times of challenge.
Do you know that in your pure essence, you are a being of Light; a magnificent expression of the Divine; a miracle of Life? In this episode Jenn explores the reasons that some of us hide our greatness. And unfolds the sacred path to reclaiming your Light and living your most expanded Life. She shares her interview with trans-personal psychologist and award-winning author Dr. Catherine Shainberg as they discuss her riveting new book "The Kabbalah of Light: Ancient Practices to Ignite the Imagination and Illuminate the Soul." Plus, some cool new Indie music and a meditation for TRANSFORMATION. Dive in and be enLIGHTened!!
In this episode, Jenn explores the dissolution of the outer self ("a fictional character in a collective dreamscape") and the realization of the magical inner Self as the sacred path to healing and freedom. She shares her compelling second interview with brilliant writer and spiritual teacher A.R. Soheil. Plus, some mystical music and a meditation for deep inner listening.
Part of the sacred journey of life is about remembering who we truly are: A soul having a human experience, not a human having a spiritual experience. Jenn explores this pivotal subject through the lenses of spirituality mythology, and psychology. She also shares a transformative SUMMER ADVENTURE, her deep and soulful conversation with writer A.R. Soheil, plus a little music and meditation. Get ready to be inspired, entertained, and soothed!
Ancient and indigenous cultures have been harnessing the power of sound for healing, health, and ceremony for thousands of years. In this episode, Jenn uncovers the fascinating science of both light and sound to heal our minds and bodies, and cultivate radiant well-being. She shares her interview with Gail Lynn, inventor of The Harmonic Egg, a leading-edge sound-light healing machine. Plus, you'll hear some beachside music, and a meditation in celebration of the sun and nature. HAPPY SUMMER ALL!!!
Jenn guides you in a powerful meditation of gratitude, blessings, and quantum healing to return your body to a state of natural balance, harmony, and well-being at the energetic and cellular levels.
In this episode, Jenn offers fresh, breakthrough, science-based recommendations for cultivating pristine health and well-being in your life, regardless of age. She shares her thought-provoking interview with renowned medical intuitive Wendie Colter as they discuss her acclaimed new book "Essentials of Medical Intuition: A Visionary Path to Wellness." Plus, some high-vibing music and a meditation of affirmations to foster wellness from the inside out.
In this episode, Jenn explores a fresh understanding of behavior and unveils 3 secrets to transformation as a path for creating your most joyful, expanded life. She shares her conversation with Peter Coyote, award-winning actor, narrator, and filmmaker and Zen Buddhist priest. As well as some inspiring music, and a transformative meditation for listening to the whisper of your soul. Listen in and begin living your best life!
This is the first episode in the powerful 3-part series to support you in creating a new, more expanded life for yourself! In part 1, Jenn guides you in transforming your Self and your Life from the inside - out... through 1) SACRED STILLNESS and 2) THOUGHT AS YOUR SUPERPOWER. She shares a story and some soulful music inspired by Spring and rebirth, as well as a meditation to raise your vibration and uplift your spirit!
In this episode, Jenn explores the truth that we are not only a reflection of Nature but we are Nature. This is why connecting deeply with Earth is so vital to our centeredness, healing, well-being, and joy. She shares her soulful interview with plant whisperer, herbalist, and artist Lisa Estabrook. Plus, some beautiful music inspired by Nature and a meditation of blessings for you.
"I am creating a life I am passionate about!" In this episode, Jenn guides you through a powerful inner process for co-creating the life of your highest dreams. She shares part 2 of her interview with psychologist Dr. Megan Rose as they discuss her intriguing new book "Spirit Marriage: Intimate Relationships with Otherworldly Beings." Plus, as always, some soulful music and soothing meditation. Enjoy!
Since ancient times, in cultures across the world, people have honored the lunar cycles in ritual and ceremony. Cosmologically and spiritually, the full moon is an optimal time to release old patterns and cleanse our mind-body-spirits of anything no longer serving us. Allow yourself to be bathed in the healing music and Jenn's powerful guidance to emerge renewed, refreshed, and transformed.
In this provocative new episode, Jenn explores the human desire to possess, as well the nature of authentic freedom and how to cultivate it. She shares her conversation with psychologist Dr. Megan Rose as they discuss her intriguing new book "Spirit Marriage: Intimate Relationships with Otherworldly Beings." Plus, some powerful soul music and a meditation for Inner Liberation. Tune in and set your mind and soul free!
"We awaken through the world, not in spite of it." In this episode, Jenn explores adversity and the body as sacred paths of awakening. She shares part two of her deep and soulful conversation with Ted Grand, co-founder of Modo Yoga International, social and environmental activist, and Zen Buddhism practitioner. Plus, some soulful music and a Secret Garden Meditation and we have the ultimate show to awaken your spirit!
This episode is an ode to the Spring and the awakening world; a world in which, despite the undeniable darkness, light and loving consciousness are ever-expanding. Jenn shares part 1 of her deep and thought-provoking interview with Ted Grand, co-founder of Modo Yoga International. Ted's beautifully tender poem "To Be Green Again" manifests as our meditation today. And as always, there is music to fill your heart and inspire your soul...
In this epic new episode, Jenn explores the roots of a world in spiritual crisis and the sacred path to healing and redemption. She shares her interview with award-winning author and activist Pegi Eyers as they dive deep into her fascinating new book "Ancient Spirit Rising: Reclaiming Your Roots and Restoring Earth Community." Plus, some beautiful new Indigenous music, and a powerful meditation for world peace.
Authenticity is the path to inner freedom, peace, and deep loving connection with other beings. In this episode Jenn shows you how to re-discover your Self and cultivate true, life-transformative authenticity. She shares her interview with life coach and TedX speaker Misty Gilbert whose own journey from pain and trauma to awakening and authenticity is fascinating. Plus, a little soulful music and a meditation for deep inner connection. You won't want to miss this!
This episode is all about seizing your power to create a new reality, a new life! Jenn guides you through a powerful 4-part Spiritual Psychology process for identifying your hearts’ dreams, dissolving your inner barriers, raising your vibration, and attracting in what you desire…like magic. She shares part 2 of her interview with archaeologist Shirley Blancke who tells the story of her mystical experience with shaman don Alberto Taxo that upended her concept of reality. Plus, some magical music and a meditation for realizing your unbounded nature. Get ready to be inspired and transformed!
In this episode, Jenn guides you along the path of choosing Love in the face of adversity and unkindness, deepening your relationship with Nature, and remembering our Oneness with all of Life. She shares her interview with archaeologist, anthropologist, healer, and author Shirley Blancke as they discuss her latest book on the shamanic teachings of don Alberto Taxo. Plus some soulful music and a poetic meditation called Oneness.
This episode is all about the power of noticing, savoring, and appreciating, as a path of awakening into the fullness of Life! Jenn shares her interview with brilliant photographer and poet Steve Wewerka. Plus, the ever-soulful music of Bob Dylan, and a meditation on the poetry of Rumi.
Did you know that every time you breathe a word, you are speaking directly to the Universe? This episode is all about elevating the magical power of your words. Jenn guides you through a meditative process to uncover your Guiding Word for the new year ahead and shares a soulful and revelatory conversation with her sisters. Plus, some music to dance to, and meditation for seeing the blessings all around you.
In this finale episode of the shows' holiday season - The Joy Diaries - Jenn offers both deep, spiritual guidance and practical recommendations to help you step into the New Year with clear, loving intention. She guides you through a Spiritual Psychology process of reflection on the closing year, and a meditation of affirmations for the new one. Plus, some light-filled music, and we have the perfect New Year's show!
Did you know that the brilliant Carl Jung used to talk to his kitchen utensils, pots, and pans? He felt that everything in the world is infused with life energy, and that we should express our gratitude to all the things that we connect with in our daily lives. This episode is all about the power of gratitude as a way of being in the world, and how to foster more of it. Jenn shares Part 2 of her interview with Dr. Erica Elliott, author of "Medicine and Miracles in the High Desert." Plus, a beautiful meditation of gratitude affirmations and, as always, some soulful music. Enjoy!
Welcome to episode 1 of our holiday mini-season, The Joy Diaries. In this episode, Jenn guides you in seeing the magic all around you, beginning within your precious Self. She shares part one of her riveting interview with Dr. Erica Elliott, author of "Medicine and Miracles in the High Desert." Plus, some soulful music and a meditation called You are Pure Magic. It's a perfect episode to bring some love and inspiration into your holiday season!
Edgar Allan Poe said, "Everything we see and seem, is but a dream within a dream." In this compelling finale episode Season 3, The Dream Diaries, Jenn weaves together the discoveries from the past eight weeks, exploring the truth that the dreamscape is closer to ultimate reality than the world of forms. She shares her fascinating interview with award-winning actor, writer, and Zen Buddhist priest Peter Coyote. And, as always, some soulful music, and a meditation called The One Path. Enjoy!
In this episode, we'll explore the nature of imagination and the riveting realm of lucid dreaming. Jenn shares her interview with internationally acclaimed sleep and dream scientist, professor, and author, Dr. Antonio Zadra; as well as the tender lyrics of John Lennon and a meditation to reconnect you with your True Inner Being.
This episode is all about the metaphysical power of crystals, our symbiotic relationship with them, and how to work with them for healing, sleep, and deep dreaming. Jenn shares her soulful and thought-provoking conversation with spiritual teacher, healer, and acclaimed international author Kathryn Hudson. Plus, some soulful blues music, and a meditation of gratitude for Life and Nature.
In this episode, Jenn reveals unique and powerful suggestions for creating a nighttime ritual to nurture your relationship with deep sleep and magical dreaming. She shares her interview with award-winning writer and internationally regarded medium and healer, Robbie Holz. Plus, some poetic music and contemplative meditation on the poetry of Rumi.
This episode opens with a reading of the ever dark, haunting, and romantic "Ulalume" by Edgar Allan Poe ~ a perfect treat for the autumn season. Jenn then guides you on a journey through literature, art, film, and music all inspired by DREAMS. And shares her in-depth interview with world-renowned expert on sleep and dreaming, Dr. Rubin Naiman. Plus, a little dreamy night music and a tender meditation called "I want to remind you", and we have a fine show for what Nietzche called the season of the soul.
In this episode Jenn reveals a very private dream about fear, desire, and being carried away by a tidal wave. She uncovers the modern roots of dream fascination and interpretation by exploring the dream theories of Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung, and the scandalous truth of why the two colleagues parted ways. And as we move into the cool of autumn, she bathes you in some music and meditation inspired by the love of sunshine.
In this episode, Jenn uncovers the fascinating neuroscience and psychology of dreaming, and how it relates to a spiritual understanding of dreams. She shares a live dream analysis session with a show listener. Plus, some dreamy psychedelic music and a soothing meditation for gratitude. Enjoy!
In this episode, Jenn takes you on a journey back in time to explore an understanding of dreams from ancient times until now, and across cultures from west to east. She shares her fascinating interview with world-renowned Austrian composer Walter Werzowa, who is celebrating his "dream-come-true" of co-creating Beethoven's 10th symphony! Plus, some beautiful Autumn music, and a meditation for connecting with your own limitless nature.
Welcome to the beginning of Season 3: The Dream Diaries! In this episode, Jenn pulls back the curtain to reveal what's to come over the course of this exciting new season, which is all about tapping into the mysterious power of dreams. She shares her in-depth interview with world-famous psychologist, shamanic practitioner, writer, and dream expert Dr. Carl Greer. Plus, some dream-inspired music and a meditation for accessing the power of your intention, and we have a perfect show to kick off the season!!
This final episode of Season 2 is a celebration of the coming autumn season, as well as a deep dive into the power of silence and...MUSIC!! Jenn shares her interview with young jazz star Olivia Van Goor, as well as some epic music and a meditation for listening to the whisper of your Soul and your Source.
In honor of September 11th, Jenn reflects on the importance of awareness, compassion, gratitude, and raising our loving consciousness to heal ourselves and our world. She then turns the tables to examine how to transform our lives from the outside in, and shares a fascinating conversation with Candice Covington, author of “Vibrational Nutrition: Understanding the Energetic Signature of Foods.” Plus, a little music, and a meditation for sharing our love and compassion with those in suffering.
In this episode, Jenn uncovers the power of sacred morning and evening rituals and guides you in creating your own very personalized routines, designed to help you step into the fullest expression of your life. She shares her interview with world-renowned herbalist and holistic medicine expert Matthew Wood, plus the ever-inspiring music of Nina Simone and poetic meditation called “One Light.
In this episode, listeners will learn all about the power of thought, meditation, and music for well-being and longevity. Jenn shares her interview with brilliant depth psychologist Dr. Connie Zweig who discusses her profound new book “The Inner Work of Age”. Plus some music and a meditation called “Temple of Healing” where you’ll be guided through the jungles of Bali to experience deep mind - body - spirit healing.
In this episode, Jenn guides you in what she calls Seeing the Preciousness, untethering your spirit from the shackles of resistance, self-rejection, and fear, and living your fullest life! She shares excerpts from some of her favorite interviews over the past few months all related to celebrating the beauty in the small moments. Plus, the ever-soulful music of Bob Marley, and a meditation of 10 Gratitude Affirmations.
This episode is all things LOVE. Jenn guides you in embodying, radiating, and attracting Love, understanding tantric Love, and embracing the power of deep listening and sacred vulnerability to deepen connection. She guides conscious living power couple Leanne and Ric Jacobs through a relationship bonding process, shares some Love-inspired music, and a meditation of Love Affirmations.
In this episode, Jenn explores Sacred Contracts, and guides you in uncovering your 12 unique archetypes as the path to living your life's greater purpose. She shares an interview with conscious living pioneers Leanne and Ric Jacobs, some soulful Indie music, and a meditation of Heartfelt Blessings.
Jenn recounts her mystical experience in the woods of Crawford Lake, and then explores the powerful and interconnected subjects of rewilding, unlearning, and rediscovering our wholeness as the path to our peace, healing, and awakening. Plus, a soulful interview, some beautiful music, and a meditation for Returning to Oneness.
This episode is all about creating your most extraordinary life! Jenn uncovers what she calls the "Sacred Yes", teaches you how to follow your intuition, and how to retrain your brain to welcome the unexpected. She shares her interview with world-renowned sculptor Shayne Dark. Plus, some soulful music and a meditation called "Your Life is a Garden."
Jenn shares her magical experience of hiking the Mount Nemo forest, and guides you through an exploration of awakening in nature, the power of your creativity, and art as a meditation on nature and life. She shares her interview with painter Janet Jardine, as well as music and a gratitude meditation for the Earth.
Welcome to Season 2! In this episode, Jenn explores the power of dreams, the collective unconscious mind, the light and shadow in all of us, and the Egyptian and Tibetan Books of the Dead. She shares her in-depth conversation with esteemed psychologist Dr. Matt McKay as they discuss his fascinating book "The Luminous Landscape of the Afterlife." All that, plus a little soulful music and a meditation for Love, and you will leave feeling both deepened and inspired.
In this episode, the finale of Season 1: The Quarantine Diaries, Jenn reflects on the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit, the power in completing cycles of action, and how to honor and savor the summer season! She shares riveting new interviews with 2 of your favorite guests from the show season: Jess Robertson and Olivier Clerc. Then some gorgeous summer music, a meditation on the poetry of Rumi, and we have a fabulous season finale show. Season 2: The Midsummer Diaries begins next week without skipping a beat!
In this episode, Jenn uncovers the fascinating wisdom of the forest and how we can learn so much from nature on how to BE, heal, and awaken. She also explores some super cool architecture that harmonizes with earth, shares a riveting interview with the director of one of those properties, as well as some nature-inspired music, and a meditative poem on Oneness.
This episode is all about metamorphosis, rebirth, and the Summer Solstice. In commemoration of Pride Month, Jenn explores the roots of Pride, dating back to the Stonewall Inn riots of NYC in 1969. She also shares her vibrant interview with chef, entrepreneur, and member of the gay community, Michael Kolkas, as well as music and meditative poem to honor the summer season.
This episode uncovers the power of the eternal present moment as the key to deep connection, healing, awakening, and an enriched experience of life. Jenn shares her interview with international conscious living mentor and author Leanne Jacobs, as well as some perfect summer music, and a meditation on True Being.
This episode explores the profound and often elusive subject of true forgiveness. Jenn shares her in-depth conversation with worldwide forgiveness expert Olivier Clerc, author of "The Gift of Forgiveness: A Magical Encounter with don Miguel Ruiz", as well as music and a meditation for self-forgiveness.
This episode explores the fascinating and interconnected subjects of authenticity, self-compassion, and equanimity. Jenn shares her illuminating interview with Dr. Serena Chen, psychologist, professor, and Chair of Berkeley University Psychology Department in California. And guides listeners through a special meditation she called "I want to remind you..."
In this episode, Jenn shares her diary entry recounting the road trip back from living in L.A. to her home city in Canada and delves into the subject of Gratitude as a sacred way of being with life. She shares her interview with the fascinating A.J. Jacobs, NYT bestselling author, and editor of Esquire magazine, and guides you through deepening gratitude meditation.
This episode explores the nature of silence as a doorway to the Soul and Source of Life, as well as the transformative power of music. Jenn shares a deep and fascinating conversation with guru and world-famous spiritual musician Miten and guides listeners through a meditation for inner stillness.
This episode is about the hidden gifts of adversity, the awakening world, and the light in all of us. Jenn interviews Jess Robertson, co-founder of Modo Yoga International and lead singer of the band Lila and her solo project Forest May. A meditation on the poetry of Rumi closes the show.
Hi, I am Jenn Scott. Welcome to The Diaries podcast, Season 1
The Quarantine Diaries. In this season, join me as I guide you between the covers of my personal journals from the past year of the pandemic. Each episode includes a blend of storytelling, music, thought-provoking interviews with fascinating guests ranging from NYT best-selling authors, musicians, psychologists, spiritual teachers, scientists, artists, environmental activists, and more; as well as an exploration of the intimate and defining experiences we all share. And every episode closes with a short, soothing meditation. My heartfelt wish is that this show will offer my listeners some comfort, calm, upliftment, insight, and wisdom at this unique and transformative time in our world.
For more info on the show ~ and myself ~ please visit www.diariespodcast.com and @diariespodcast on Instagram. I can’t wait to be with you soon…
Much love,
Jenn.
Coming in July: Season 2 ~ “The Dream Diaries”. Stay tuned.