Welcome to Season 8 of Blue Hour. In this opening episode, Joshua Zamrin and Adina Arden-Cooper sit down for an unfiltered conversation that offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the depth, trust, and relational field that holds their work together.

This episode isn’t polished or scripted. It’s a real conversation--spacious, authentic, and grounded in presence. Joshua and Adina explore the subtle, often invisible architecture of soul-aligned co-creation, and the importance of staying attuned to what’s true in the moment.

They also share a look ahead at what’s unfolding this season—diving into the themes, questions, and edges that will guide upcoming episodes. Season 8 will explore the deeper layers of sacred purpose, creative leadership, embodied expression, and the initiatory path of becoming.

Together, they reflect on:

• The inner dynamics of building something in partnership
• The necessity of slowing down to listen for what wants to emerge
• How safety, trust, and honesty shape the depth of the work
• What it means to be in right relationship with the unknown
• A preview of the juicy themes this season will explore

Whether you hold space for others or are deep in your own becoming, this episode offers an intimate look at the real work behind soul-led leadership, purpose, and presence.

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Adina Arden Cooper is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who prefers to refer to herself as a Shadow Guide and Soul Healing Specialist. She helps highly sensitive creative visionaries heal trauma so they can not only survive this human experience but thrive in the expression of their greatest gifts. Adina has over 20 years of experience in education and mental health. She's also an artist, a seeker, a mother, and very curious person.

Visit Adina's website to find out more about her work
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Joshua Zamrin is a nomadic soul guide, somatic life coach, and sacred purpose mentor, deeply immersed in the realms of embodiment, shamanic wisdom, and mythopoetic exploration. With a background in nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and compassionate communication, he weaves together ancient and modern practices to help others reconnect with their deepest truth. His work is rooted in rites of passage, initiation, and the sacred journey of becoming, drawing inspiration from indigenous traditions, soul-centered psychology, and the raw wisdom of nature.

Season 7 is inspired by the powerful quote by Krishnamurti: "It is no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society," we're diving into the deep work of healing—not just as self-care, but as a path to purpose, dharma, and collective transformation.

Would you say you're spiritual but not religious? If so, do you regularly engage in spiritual practices or do you struggle to know how to connect with the divine? In this meaningful and intimate episode, Adina and Joshua discuss modern spirituality and how if differs from religion. They focus on personal growth and the value of connecting with the divine in everyday life. They share a bit about their individual journeys and explore ways to weave the sacred into the mundane.

• Ways traditional religious practices fall short
• Facets of authentic spiritual connection vs spiritual bypassing
• Ways to acknowledge the sacred in everyday life
• The value of embodiment in sacred practice

• The Smoky Mirror: Beginning with the story from The Four Agreements, Adina and Joshua explore the concept of obscured divine light.
• Spirituality vs. Religion: Personal experiences as the foundation for awakening.
• Christ Consciousness & Buddha Nature: Spiritual paths beyond dogma.
• Personal Awakenings: From Judaism to Buddhism, from fitness to psychedelics—how individual journeys shape our inner landscapes.
• Grief as a Portal to Growth: Surrendering to emotional breakdowns as a necessary path to expansion.
• Daily Practices for Connection: The power of morning rituals, presence, and reclaiming playfulness.
• Spiritual Safety & Regulation: How nervous system safety supports deeper spiritual exploration.
• Ritual & Ceremony: Ways to engage in regular sacred practices.

"The intensity of the suffering correlates with the depth of the expansion."

"Spirituality isn’t just studied—it’s embodied."

• The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

Tune in to align with an energy of love— and remember the divine power that lives in all thin

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If you enjoyed this episode, please share it. If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and subscribe.

Adina Arden Cooper is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who prefers to refer to herself as a Shadow Guide and Soul Healing Specialist. She helps highly sensitive creative visionaries heal trauma so they can not only survive this human experience but thrive in the expression of their greatest gifts. Adina has over 20 years of experience in education and mental health. She's also an artist, a seeker, a mother, and very curious person.

Visit Adina's website to find out more about her work
Follow Fire Bird Creative on Instagram

Joshua Zamrin is a nomadic soul guide, somatic life coach, and sacred purpose mentor, deeply immersed in the realms of embodiment, shamanic wisdom, and mythopoetic exploration. With a background in nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and compassionate communication, he weaves together ancient and modern practices to help others reconnect with their deepest truth. His work is rooted in rites of passage, initiation, and the sacred journey of becoming, drawing inspiration from indigenous traditions, soul-centered psychology, and the raw wisdom of nature.

Season 7 is inspired by the powerful quote by Krishnamurti: "It is no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society," we're diving into the deep work of healing—not just as self-care, but as a path to purpose, dharma, and collective transformation.

In this rich and soul-stirring episode, Adina and Joshua address the challenges of living in a time of chaos and cruelty. Their conversation begins with the powerful tale of Durga and Mahishasura, illustrating the eternal triumph of fierce compassion over chaos. The relevance of the story to modern times guides a conversation that explores the value of studying ancient myths and stories, the significance of imagination and how working with archetypes can be a powerful tool for growth and healing. Adina and Joshua share their strategies for coping with collective trauma and offer suggestions for listeners. This episode is a call to honor ancient wisdom, trust the spiral of your healing, and stay rooted in love even when navigating darkness. It’s for the seekers, the storytellers, and the soulfully curious.

• Strategies for nervous system regulation
• Tips for healing through stories and archetypes
• How a worms eye view can be limiting
• Strategies for gaining perspective

• 🌍 Mythology in a global context, animal symbolism and shamanic parallels
  🧠 Imagination as a tool for reality-shaping and spiritual resilience
  🌱 Self-awareness, empowerment, and the role of love in dark times
  🤝 Respecting autonomy and cultivating compassion, even amid disagreement
  🕉️ Invoking archetypes for divine alignment and personal transformation
  🌀 Coping with chaos through somatic practices, spiritual insight, and energy work
  🔄 Embracing nonlinear healing and the mastery that emerges from it

• Bhagavad Gita
• Matt Kahn

Tune in to align with an energy of love— and remember the divine power that lives in all things.

Joshua Zamrin is a nomadic soul guide, somatic life coach, and sacred purpose mentor, deeply immerse

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If you enjoyed this episode, please share it. If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and subscribe.

Adina Arden Cooper is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who prefers to refer to herself as a Shadow Guide and Soul Healing Specialist. She helps highly sensitive creative visionaries heal trauma so they can not only survive this human experience but thrive in the expression of their greatest gifts. Adina has over 20 years of experience in education and mental health. She's also an artist, a seeker, a mother, and very curious person.

Visit Adina's website to find out more about her work
Follow Fire Bird Creative on Instagram

Joshua Zamrin is a nomadic soul guide, somatic life coach, and sacred purpose mentor, deeply immersed in the realms of embodiment, shamanic wisdom, and mythopoetic exploration. With a background in nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and compassionate communication, he weaves together ancient and modern practices to help others reconnect with their deepest truth. His work is rooted in rites of passage, initiation, and the sacred journey of becoming, drawing inspiration from indigenous traditions, soul-centered psychology, and the raw wisdom of nature.