After years in a high-performance sales career marked by chronic pain and inner disconnection, Bjorn Lestrud embarked on a transformative journey into sound healing, plant medicine, and spiritual awakening. In this soul-stirring episode of Hearts Rise Up, he shares the extraordinary path that led to the creation of Blue Dragon Healing, including profound experiences with tuning forks, ancestral trauma release, and chanting as a channel for healing frequencies. From moments of euphoric awakening to energetic rebirths through sound and ceremony, Bjorn offers potent insights into how sound can shift deep-rooted patterns, restore emotional balance, and connect us with unseen guides and wisdom. This is a revealing conversation for anyone seeking healing, truth, and a deeper connection to the self.

02:32 The catalytic experiences that awakened Bjorn to his true path

03:55 Chronic pain, emotional suppression, and spiritual awakening

04:36 Bob Proctor’s "Stick Person" model and the revelation that flipped Bjorn’s reality

06:05 Emotional alchemy: transmuting childhood bullying into gratitude and liberation

10:15 Microdosing with plant medicine and unlocking new sensory dimensions

17:09 A mystical ceremony that healed chronic pain through ancestral trauma release

20:48 Spirit guides, jaguar medicine, and energetic storytelling

17:16 Bio-dynamic breathwork

25.52 Activating the voice as a sacred healing instrument through Bufo medicine

28:36 The energetic rebirth of the "High Heart" and falling in love with all of life

31:45 The healing powers of biofield tuning and sound baths

32:00 Why sound bypasses the mind and speaks directly to the body and spirit

34:00 How ancestral memory/trauma are encoded in the body and accessed through frequency

43:45 Client work - remotely using intuitive sound healing, affirmations, and energy tracking

44:00 Sound to face fears, shift emotional patterns, and invite transformation

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Myth and archetypes shape your life in ways you may not realize—guiding your choices, relationships, and personal growth. In this compelling episode, mythologist, storytelling expert, and transformational guide Allison Stieger reveals how ancient wisdom, Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey, and the power of narrative can help you break free from limiting beliefs, reclaim your true path, and unlock your highest potential. Discover how understanding the hidden patterns in myth and archetypes can shift your perspective and empower you to rewrite your life’s story.

From Ariadne’s tangled labyrinth to Joseph Campbell’s Heroic Journey, Allison reveals how archetypes shape our identities and even the cultural figures we elevate or reject. She shares that myth is more than entertainment—a survival tool, a hidden GPS that helps us navigate life’s transitions. Whether you’re feeling lost, stuck in a cycle, or on the edge of transformation, this episode will awaken a profound new way of seeing your story.

Prepare for a soul-stirring journey as we discuss:

1. The Power of Myth in Personal Transformation – How ancient stories hold timeless wisdom for navigating life’s challenges.
2. Joseph Campbell’s Heroic Journey – Understanding how this framework can help us move through life’s trials and transitions.
3. The Role of Archetypes – How unconscious patterns shape our identity, relationships, and the world around us.
4. Myth as a Healing Tool – How stories provide psychological safety, insight, and emotional healing.
5. Personal Mythology & Narrative Coaching – Reshaping personal stories to break free from limiting beliefs.
6. Archetypes in Culture – Exploring the mythic roles of contemporary figures like Taylor Swift and Donald Trump.
7. The Power of Ritual – Why integrating movement, ceremony, and symbolic actions creates profound personal shifts.
8. Finding Meaning in Life Transitions – How mythic wisdom can guide us through personal losses, career shifts, and relationship changes.
9. The Story of Ariadne – How this ancient myth mirrors the modern women's journey of overcoming betrayal and reclaiming power.
10. How to Use Mythic Energy – Borrowing archetypes to step into confidence, resilience, and purpose.

This is more than a conversation—it’s a call to awaken. Are you ready to step into the mythic dimension of your own life?

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"We all have a personal myth, a story we tell ourselves about who we are. The key is

In this episode, Sacred Sounds: Diane Arkenstone on Healing Through Music and Nature, we step into the extraordinary world of a musical pioneer whose life and work embody resilience, creativity, and healing. Diane’s awe-inspiring journey—is one that began in nature’s embrace and led to a transformative career in healing music. She reveals how her life-threatening heart condition sparked a deeper connection to sound and vibration, unlocking the power of music as a healing force.

SPECIAL BONUS: In this episode, listen to the premiere of “Meditation 2,” an ethereal track, from her upcoming album to be released later this year.

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Immerse yourself in Diane’s music for your healing. We’ve all faced seemingly insurmountable challenges, but Diane’s story reminds us that healing is possible when we trust the power within. This conversation will leave you inspired to embrace life’s symphony with an open heart and renewed gratitude.

1. A Journey through Adversity
2. Music as a Lifeline
3. Nature as a Muse
4. The Sacred Science of Sound
5. The Creative Process
6. Resilience and Gratitude
7. Global Impact
8. Simple Beauty in Complex Times
9. Timeless Wisdom

"Always be kind—that opens every door.” i.e., Kindness is the music of the heart.

Diane Arkenstone is one of the top 10 healing artists in the world, with hundreds of millions of streams globally across music streaming platforms, her prolific discography and collaborations have resulted in over 55 albums spanning many genres throughout her career.

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In this soul-stirring episode, Rachael Jayne Groover takes us on a journey of profound transformation, from the depths of adversity to the heights of unshakable inner peace. As a global leader and catalyst in spiritual awakening, human potential, and entrepreneurship, Rachael Jayne shares her raw, vulnerable truths about healing, the art of receptivity, and the power of aligning personal growth with spiritual surrender. With wisdom honed through hardship and triumph, she reveals how to live as a vessel for infinite awareness while embracing the paradox of being human. This conversation will challenge your beliefs, awaken your potential, and ignite your path toward a life of clarity, purpose, and peace.

The Transformative Journey: from ego-driven ambition to spiritual surrender.

The Art of Receptivity: isn’t just a mindset but a cellular state of being.

Awakening Through Opposing Forces: the paradox of ego strengthening and ego unwinding.

Living as a Vessel for Infinite Awareness: shifting from goal-oriented ambition to purposeful action.

Lessons from the Dark Night of the Soul: reframing adversity as a sacred invitation for awakening

Building an Elevated Community: creating a space for the spiritually mature to go “all in.”

Practical Pathways to Peace: simple daily practices even in the most challenging moments.

Heart-Centered Wisdom - "Receptivity isn’t a thought; it’s an energetic state—a doorway to the infinite that opens when we soften, surrender, and allow."

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In this heartfelt episode of the Hearts Rise Up podcast, “Healing Everyday Trauma,” Farra Allen—a transformational life coach, founder of Life Works School of Coaching, and author of You Are Enough: A Soul Sound Journey to Awakening—takes us on an extraordinary journey of healing, self-discovery, and purposeful living.

From navigating profound personal traumas to pioneering holistic approaches in body-mind therapy, Farra shares his deeply transformative insights on embracing our inherent worth, overcoming emotional barriers, and aligning with the flow of life. Dive into his wisdom on unlocking your unique gifts, finding fulfillment, and cultivating love as the ultimate tool for personal and collective healing. This is a must-hear conversation for anyone seeking clarity, connection, and courage in today’s chaotic world.

Key Topics Covered in the Episode

• Farra’s Transformational Journey: How his early life challenges and traumas shaped his mission to heal and empower others.
• Understanding Everyday Trauma: The often-overlooked micro-traumas that shape our emotions, health, and decisions—and how to heal them.
• The Power of Emotional Healing: Why allowing yourself to feel the full range of emotions is critical for releasing emotional blockages.
• Somatic Integration for Holistic Growth: Farra’s insights on how trauma manifests in the body and the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit.
• Finding Your Passion and Purpose: Practical wisdom on how to uncover your unique gifts and align with your higher calling.
• Guided Visualizations as a Healing Tool: The transformative impact of combining music, visualization, and meditation to integrate growth.
• Lessons from Influential Spiritual Leaders: The wisdom Farra gleaned from iconic teachers like Ram Dass, Alan Watts, and Dan Millman.
• Living a Life of Fulfillment: Farra’s reflections on moving beyond societal success markers to focus on soul-level fulfillment.
• The Role of Love in Healing and Transformation: Why love is the most powerful force for personal growth and collective healing.
• Navigating the Chaos of Modern Times: Strategies to stay grounded, resilient, and open during periods of upheaval.
• The Evolution of Consciousness: How humanity can transcend fear and division to embrace a more unified, love-based existence.

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In this transformative episode, we dive deep into the life and teachings of Monica Esgueva, a renowned self-development teacher, spiritual guide, and author of “The 7 Levels of Wisdom.” Monica shares her incredible journey from a conventional life as an economist in Paris to a spiritual awakening during her studies with Tibetan lamas, including the Dalai Lama, in the Himalayas.

With a unique blend of Eastern and Western philosophies, Monica offers profound insights into self-transcendence, inner peace, and the importance of forgiveness and service to others. Through her experiences and teachings, Monica reveals how surrendering control and trusting the universe can lead to personal transformation, helping listeners connect with their higher selves and move toward a more heart-centered existence. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking to awaken their inner wisdom and elevate their consciousness.

Show Notes:

1. Pivotal challenges starting at birth

2. Looking to the stars as home

3. Early awareness of energy and possibilities vibrating all around us

4. Meditation as a path to perception and understanding

5. Going beyond our five senses

6. Breaking free of “fitting in”

7. A life-changing journey to India and Nepal

8. Serving others selflessly as a volunteer

9. Faith and perseverance are keys to believing in yourself

10. Vital importance of inner balance

11. Forgiveness is the key to breaking the cycle of suffering

12. The 7 levels of wisdom

12. Illusion of control and the freedom of surrender

13. Transforming negativity to goodwill, benevolence, and cooperation

14. Becoming an expanded version of yourself through surrender and service

15. Looking forward to continuing transformational one-on-one coaching sessions, releasing an inspirational novel, and starting The Ascension Institute.

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In this engaging episode “Embracing Spiritual Growth: Love, Resilience, and Self Inquiry, Jennie Lee, a Nautilus Book Award-winning author of “Spark Change,” spiritual coach, and certified yoga therapist shares her journey of spiritual growth. She discusses the significance of self-inquiry and meditation in navigating life’s challenges.

Reflecting on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, she emphasizes choosing love over negative emotions and offers practical strategies like setting intentions and focusing on gratitude. The discussion delves into the practices and philosophies that support resilience, endurance, and conscious evolution, emphasizing the power of questions, curiosity, and a loving mindset to foster inner peace and personal transformation.

Jennie shares ideas on supporting others in their spiritual journey and highlights her offerings, including yoga retreats, creativity coaching, and an artist-in-residency program in Tuscany, Italy.

● Experiencing gratitude in daily life

● Accepting grief and loss in the school of life

● Choosing a “happy heart”

● Importance of cultivating a loving mindset in the face of suffering

● Meditation as a practice to build resilience

● Paramahansa Yogananda

● Basic principles of yoga philosophy

● Choosing love over bitterness, negativity, or anger

● Value of self-inquiry

● Making a conscious choice to move out of negative emotions

● Setting intentions to shift thought patterns

● Feeding the right thoughts

● Curiosity and Kindness

● Offering space for creativity to thrive

“Your love must be greater than your pain.” Paramahansa Yogananda

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In this episode “Unlocking Creativity and Purpose,” Alexander Inchbald, a climate artist and global authority on creativity shares his journey from suppressing his artistic passion due to external discouragement to rediscovering it through personal struggles and mystical experiences. He discusses the importance of inner work, reclaiming the shadow self, and embracing resistance to unlock creativity and purpose.

Alexander founded The #Masterpiece Movement and The Masterpiece Agency, he helps individuals and teams discover their purpose and create transformative masterpieces. He emphasizes that everyone already possesses the essence of their true selves and encourages listeners to embrace this realization to reach their personal summits. Alexander is an international bestselling author of a groundbreaking book #Masterpiece. He is a Master Trainer at the Entrepreneurs Institute. He coaches and facilitates individuals, business leaders, and teams worldwide to bring Purpose to life through conscious leadership, marketing, and regenerating business.

As a Climate Artist, Alexander has brought attention to our planet's incredible beauty and fragility through his art and speaking engagements. His artwork has been shown around the world. He lives in Switzerland with his family.

Show Notes: (Highlights)

1. My archetypal journey
2. The role of art in my life from an early age
3. Influence of naysayers on our life path
4. Consequences of suppressing the inner artist
5. Climbing the mountain of creativity
6. Answering the “unanswerable question”
7. The reclamation work of Peter Koenig
8. My mystical mountain experience
9. Ascent Assessment - Base Camp to the Summit
10. Factors of money, power, love, and time
11. Balancing shadow and light
12. The concept of tribes
13. Applying Masterpiece to businesses

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Peter Koenig https://peterkoenig.typepad.com/

Carl Jung https://www.britannica.com/biography/Carl-Jung

Carlos Castaneda https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B000APXVFG

Quote Mentioned:

“What you resist not only persists but will grow in size.” - Carl Jung

Movie Mentioned:

Dead Poets Society https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097165/

Book Mentioned:

#Masterpiece - What you would do with all the time and money in the world by Alexander Inchbald