In this episode, I’m joined by Ann Hession—a gifted healer and coach who helps people turn stuck patterns into breakthroughs. From regenerating knee cartilage to reversing tooth decay, Ann’s stories will stretch your definition of what healing really means (which goes beyond just inner work). If you’re craving a fresh perspective, a spark of possibility, and some grounded, practical magic, this one’s for you.

• How to use your brain for extraordinary personal transformation.
• How to break through invisible barriers blocking your professional success.
• The surprising power of choosing a different story about your past experiences.
• What happens when you stop trying to heal (the inner work) and start taking action.
• Why community matters more than marketing for spiritual entrepreneurs.
• How asking for support can become your most potent healing practice.
• The secret language of spirit animals guiding your personal evolution.

07:50 Harvard Education and Discovering Possibility 

13:30 Exploring Human Consciousness and Personal Evolution 

25:40 Healing Practices and the Body’s Regenerative Potential 

39:20 Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs and Taking Action 

45:50 Shamanic Journey in the Sacred Vapor Caves 

52:30 Build a Successful Healing Business

But most of us don’t live from that space. We live from habit. From old stories. From wounds we don’t even realize are still running the show. And we wonder why, no matter how hard we try, we feel like we’re spinning our wheels.

The truth is, you’re not stuck because you’re broken. You’re stuck because your system is doing what it was trained to do. The good news is you can retrain it.

How Patterns Keep Us Small

Our brains are designed to protect us. But that protection often turns into limitation. Over time, certain beliefs and energy patterns get wired in so deeply, we start to think they’re just “who we are.” But they’re not. They’re old programs. And once you start spotting them, you can start choosing differently.

This isn’t about pretending the past didn’t happen. It’s about realizing that the story doesn’t have to end there. Growth starts with awareness and continues with new action.

Inner Work Meets Outer Action

Transformation doesn’t happen in the mind alone. Meditation, journaling, energy work—those practices are powerful. But they need to be paired with action.

Thinking about change won’t get you there. You have to do something. And often, it starts with the smallest steps: making the call, saying no, speaking up, trying again.

Every tiny action creates momentum. And each time you step forward, you’re literally carving new neural pathways that make it easier to grow, trust yourself, and try again tomorrow.

The Power of Community

If you’re walking a path of healing or purpose-driven work, it can feel lonely. Like you’re speaking a different language than the people around you.

That’s why community matters. Being around others who get it—who share your values, your vision, or even just your questions—can be profoundly validating. You don’t need a huge network. Just a few people who reflect your truth back to you and remind you that you’re not crazy for wanting more.

Trust Your Unique Path

Here’s something most people forget: your journey doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. What lights you up, what feels meaningful to you is not random. It’s sacred.

Even if your path looks unconventional. Even if the people around you don’t fully understand. You’re here to follow your calling, not live someone else’s version of success. Honor your intuition. Follow your curiosity. Trust that the things that matter to you—actually matter.

Real Growth Looks Like This

It starts slow. It asks for grace. It asks you to forgive yourself for not being further along and to celebrate the fact that you’re still in the game.

Start where you are. Be honest about what’s holding you back, and then take one small step. Ask for help. Try a new practice. Challenge a thought that keeps you small. Do something uncomfortable and kind in equal measure.

And as you do, your brain, your energy, your whole life begins to shift—bit by bit—toward something more aligned, more alive.

Final Thoughts

You’re not stuck. You’re in motion. Even reading this is part of your movement forward.

Your potential isn’t out there waiting to be found—it’s already in you, asking to be remembered.

So keep showing up. Keep doing the inner work. Keep taking the outer steps. Stay close to people who see your light. And above all, trust that your journey matters—because it does.

Prioritizing Rest and Nervous System Care

Rest is not a nice-to-have: it’s essential. Taking care of yourself creates the foundation for sustainable success. Whether it’s scheduling quiet moments, connecting with supportive people, or building rituals that bring calm, these practices help you recharge and stay connected to your inner self. Remember, rest isn’t something you have to earn; it’s part of living well. So, always make time for rest. 

Using Visioning as a Tool for Growth

Visioning goes beyond goal-setting. It’s a way to tap into what really matters to you on a deeper level. Whether it’s through journaling, creating a vision board, or another creative process, this practice can be a source of clarity and hope—especially during challenging seasons. By envisioning what you want, you give yourself direction and momentum.

Honoring Your Unique Creative Flow

There’s no single “right” way to approach creativity or productivity. Some people thrive by diving deep into immersive work, while others shine through steady, daily practices. The key is finding what works best for you, rather than forcing yourself to fit into someone else’s mold. When you honor your natural rhythm, creativity flows more freely.

Closing Thoughts

Stepping away from hustle culture is about embracing your authentic self. It’s about living intentionally, trusting your intuition, and creating work that feels meaningful to you. Your worth isn’t tied to how much you produce or earn—it’s reflected in the joy, passion, and authenticity you bring to your life and work.

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Energetic Healing That Brings You Back to Your True Self With Cheryl Stelte
By Darla LeDoux, Founder of Sourced™ and Author of the books Shift The Field and Retreat and Grow Rich

Ever feel like you’re just going through the motions? Like the spark you used to have has gone quiet? Maybe it’s been a while since you’ve felt truly aligned—or even safe to say what’s really on your heart.

When you’re constantly trying to keep it together or meet everyone else’s expectations, it’s easy to lose connection with yourself. But that disconnect? It can quietly chip away at your clarity, confidence, and ability to heal.

In this episode, Spiritual coach and master healer Cheryl Stelte talks about energetic healing and how to clear energetic blocks, unlock the power of your chakra, and reconnect with the divine wisdom already within you. You’ll walk away with practical tools and a renewed sense of permission to step into the life you were meant to live.

• How a profound beach encounter sparked a spiritual healing journey.
• Why the throat chakra is the most challenging energy center to heal. 
• The surprising connection between root chakra safety and authentic self-expression.
• Learn a unique approach to meditation that goes beyond traditional breathwork.
• How emotional neglect shapes our ability to speak our deepest truths.
• Ways to move through fear and connect to your inner wisdom. 
• The benefits of embracing one’s spiritual calling.

01:00 Getting to Know Cheryl Stelte 

05:50 Meditation Techniques and Breathing Practices 

13:30 Understanding Chakras Beyond Traditional Perspectives 

20:30 Healing Emotional Trauma and Subconscious Beliefs 

27:20 Overcoming Fear of Personal Greatness 

35:40 Throat Chakra and Authentic Self-Expression 

42:50 Navigating Fear and Staying Connected 

48:30 Personal Transformation and Emerging Potential 

54:40 Empowering Individuals in Their Spiritual Awakening

Spiritual transformation rarely follows a straight line. More often, it begins in the quiet cracks of our everyday lives — in grief, in wonder, in moments that shake us awake. For Cheryl Stelte, that moment came on a beach, when she had a vivid and emotional encounter with the spirit of her deceased brother. It wasn’t just comforting — it cracked something open. That day marked the beginning of a healing journey that would not only transform her life, but inspire her to guide others on the path of awakening.

Understanding Energetic Healing

Energetic healing is often misunderstood as something mystical or external, but in truth, it’s a return — a reorientation back to the natural flow of your being. The chakra system, an ancient energy map within the body, offers powerful insight into where we’re blocked, where we’ve abandoned parts of ourselves, and where healing is most needed.

Rather than striving to “balance” your chakras like items on a to-do list, Cheryl emphasizes the importance of identifying and releasing energetic blockages. These are the emotional wounds, unspoken truths, and inherited patterns that cloud our inner light. Healing is less about perfection and more about reconnection — coming back to your original, unfiltered self.

Overcoming Fear and Embracing Your True Self

One of the most difficult and most essential aspects of awakening is learning to express who you really are. We’re often taught to filter our truth to keep the peace, avoid rejection, or meet societal expectations. This disconnection tends to live in the throat chakra, the energy center responsible for communication, truth-telling, and purpose.

Cheryl’s work shows that healing the throat chakra isn’t just about speaking louder — it’s about feeling safe enough to speak at all. It requires building inner trust, unraveling fear, and reconnecting with the belief that your voice matters. When you reclaim your voice, you begin to reclaim your life.

The Power of Breath and Emotional Processing

In the process of healing, breath becomes a sacred tool. More than just oxygen, conscious breathing allows access to stored emotion and repressed experiences that live in the body. Breath connects the mind to the heart, the past to the present.

Through deep, intentional breathwork, Cheryl helps clients move energy that has been stuck for years — grief, anger, shame, fear. As the breath flows, so does the release. The body softens. Emotions rise and dissolve. And in that space, love returns. Breath is the bridge back to wholeness.

Navigating Spiritual Awakening in Challenging Times

We are living in intense times socially, environmentally, and spiritually. And yet, these challenges are not here to break us. They are invitations to rise.

Spiritual awakening isn’t about escaping the world, but engaging with it from a place of truth and compassion. As Cheryl teaches, raising your vibration doesn’t require perfection — it requires presence. Practicing empathy, seeing the divine in others, and showing up for yourself even when it’s hard — these are radical spiritual acts. Your healing ripples outward. Personal growth becomes collective medicine.

Embracing Your Unique Spiritual Path

No two awakenings look the same. Your path might involve rituals, therapy, nature walks, creativity, solitude — or all of the above. Cheryl reminds us that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to spirituality. What matters most is honoring your intuition and trusting where it leads you.

Comparison is the thief of inner peace. If your journey feels slower, messier, or less “Instagram-worthy” than someone else’s, that’s okay. Spirituality isn’t about performance it’s about presence. Your soul already knows the way.

Practical Steps for Spiritual Growth

If you’re feeling called to begin or deepen your spiritual practice, start with small, consistent steps:

• Create quiet space each day for self-reflection.
• Practice breathwork or meditation, even for five minutes.
• Explore energy healing modalities that resonate with you.
• Journal your experiences and emotions without judgment.
• Seek out mentors, guides, or communities that support your growth.
• Stay open to signs, synchronicities, and unexpected wisdom.

The journey doesn’t require perfection — only intention.

You Are Powerful Beyond Measure

There is a light within you that no trauma, no conditioning, no external force can ever extinguish. That light is your essence — and it’s waiting to shine.

As you release old stories, heal energetic wounds, and step into your truth, you unlock a version of yourself that’s more powerful, peaceful, and present than you ever imagined. Cheryl Stelte’s story is proof that even the deepest pain can become a doorway to awakening.

And your journey? It’s just beginning.

Prioritizing Rest and Nervous System Care

Rest is not a nice-to-have: it’s essential. Taking care of yourself creates the foundation for sustainable success. Whether it’s scheduling quiet moments, connecting with supportive people, or building rituals that bring calm, these practices help you recharge and stay connected to your inner self. Remember, rest isn’t something you have to earn; it’s part of living well. So, always make time for rest. 

Using Visioning as a Tool for Growth

Visioning goes beyond goal-setting. It’s a way to tap into what really matters to you on a deeper level. Whether it’s through journaling, creating a vision board, or another creative process, this practice can be a source of clarity and hope—especially during challenging seasons. By envisioning what you want, you give yourself direction and momentum.

Honoring Your Unique Creative Flow

There’s no single “right” way to approach creativity or productivity. Some people thrive by diving deep into immersive work, while others shine through steady, daily practices. The key is finding what works best for you, rather than forcing yourself to fit into someone else’s mold. When you honor your natural rhythm, creativity flows more freely.

Closing Thoughts

Stepping away from hustle culture is about embracing your authentic self. It’s about living intentionally, trusting your intuition, and creating work that feels meaningful to you. Your worth isn’t tied to how much you produce or earn—it’s reflected in the joy, passion, and authenticity you bring to your life and work.

Cheryl Stelte is a spiritual coach, master healer, speaker, and bestselling author of three transformative books, the most recent being From Blocked to Powerful, the Spiritual Guide to Unlocking Inner Clarity and Authentic Power. She is the CEO and founder of the Star of Divine Light Institute and the Azarias Energy Healing Certification Program.

As an energy healing and empowerment expert, Cheryl helps mature women who know they are meant for more but feel stuck break free from subconscious blocks, gain the clarity they long for, and step into their authentically powerful selves. Her work empowers women to move beyond emotional and energetic barriers—especially when nothing else has worked—to finally create a life of purpose and freedom.

With over 30 years of experience in energy healing, spiritual leadership, coaching, shamanism, yoga, and meditation, Cheryl brings deep wisdom and proven methods to help women heal, transform, and reclaim their true power.

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