I'm interested to hear what you think and see how this is going to land! My thought in creating this is that there might be other people who feel how I do. It's vulnerable to share the ideas that I have entertained, but I think it's important because it's so easy for us to get in our little bubbles and refuse anything that is outside of them. I don't think it's dangerous to listen to or contemplate strange or impossible ideas. I think it's important.Couple of things have become clear as I ventured down these rabbit holes.First, I trust other people, even when they're wrong. Even when they're wildly famous. I believe that at the end of the day, humans are good. I know that we have done some unspeakable evil to each other. I'm not condoning that. But I think that if we, as a society, could get to the core traumas that keep people in survival mode and work together to fix broken systems, those evil acts would drastically lessen. Second, I do not think shaming others inspires them to change. HONORABLE MENTIONS:Become a Patron (the new tier, Moon Child, is up!)Episode on Spiral DynamicsRob Bell's episode, Me, We, Everybody, Part IThank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. My hope is that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to the Letter Balm (my semi-regular love letter in which I share actual good news, personal updates, and a written reading for the collective). I'm booked for free readings right now, but if you want to know when I have openings, you can sign up for the Waitlist. If you have a question, please feel free to email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I am backed up on emails, so it may take me a while, but I will try to respond. Thank you for your patience!So much love to you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

Throwing Light

Some thoughts on conspiracy theories

This is how I got here. In this episode I outline the energetic upgrades I've experienced in the last 2-3 years of my life and how they have ultimately led me to doing the work I do (both as a therapist and as a psychic) today. Let me know you have any questions. Grateful for you!HONORABLE MENTIONS:Become a Patron on Patreon hereSpiritual Awakening Part ISober AF episodeThank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. My hope is that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to the Letter Balm (my semi-regular love letter in which I share actual good news, personal updates, and a written reading for the collective). I'm booked for free readings right now, but if you want to know when I have openings, you can sign up for the Waitlist. If you have a question, please feel free to email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I am backed up on emails, so it may take me a while, but I will try to respond. Thank you for your patience!So much love to you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

My Spiritual Awakening (Part II)

If you listen to the end, Ashley weighs in on her thoughts about the reading and, as always, I find myself blown away by how spot on some of the messages I received were. So grateful to be able to be a conduit in this way. If you are interested in doing a live psychic reading on Throwing Light, email me at brandyglows@gmail.com.  Tell me a little about why you want a reading and what clarity you are hoping to gain, and if it feels like a good fit energetically, I will be in touch with next steps.  HONORABLE MENTIONS:Become a Patron on Patreon hereWork Your Light Oracle deckEnchanted Map Oracle deckWild Unknown Archetypes Oracle deckAffirminators deckThank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. My hope is that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to the Letter Balm (my semi-regular love letter in which I share actual good news, personal updates, and a written reading for the collective). I'm booked for free readings right now, but if you want to know when I have openings, you can sign up for the Waitlist. If you have a question, please feel free to email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I am backed up on emails, so it may take me a while, but I will try to respond. Thank you for your patience!So much love to you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

Live Psychic Reading: Ashley

This episode is very raw. I think I was feeling anxious, and I say that because although I didn't realize it at the time,  it definitely came through in my voice when I was editing. I think that's actually helpful. Like I mentioned, one of the things I'm working on right now is to allow myself the space to feel what I feel. That's the goal here. I hope it blesses you!HONORABLE MENTIONS:Become a Patron on Patreon hereYouTube video on Quantum PhysicsYouTube video on holographic universe theory (FYI, this is the beginning of a series that goes pretty far down the conspiracy rabbit hole—by sharing I am not saying that I agree with everything he says)Book that changed the way I parentThank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. My hope is that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to the Letter Balm (my semi-regular love letter in which I share actual good news, personal updates, and a written reading for the collective). I'm booked for free readings right now, but if you want to know when I have openings, you can sign up for the Waitlist. If you have a question, please feel free to email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I am backed up on emails, so it may take me a while, but I will try to respond. Thank you for your patience!So much love to you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

Your Spiritual Awakening (Part I)

This is an idea I had a while ago, but I think I had to build up the confidence in my gifts. So glad I leaped! Whatever the response, it feels brave and holy. A few notes:I was able to get to the beach to "touch the face of Mother Earth with my feet" last weekend. In doing so, I was legitimately rejuvenated and received clarity on a few questions I was wrestling with.I would really love to hear how you connected with and interpreted this message. You can leave a review or message me on Instagram or TikTok. I use the term "God" because that's what feels right for me. I know a lot of mediums channel spirits that have specific names. That doesn't fit for me at this time. Most of the time, I use the terms "God," "the Universe," or "the divine spark of the Universe" interchangeably. HONORABLE MENTIONS:A Line Within PodcastVoice of God song and videoThank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. My hope is that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to the Letter Balm (my semi-regular love letter in which I share actual good news, personal updates, and a written reading for the collective). I'm booked for free readings right now, but if you want to know when I have openings, you can sign up for the Waitlist. If you have a question, please feel free to email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I am backed up on emails, so it may take me a while, but I will try to respond. Thank you for your patience!So much love to you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

A Reading for the Collective

On weekends, when I have a little more time to meditate, I go deep. Sometimes I read my Akashic Records or have a long chat with my guides. For a couple of years when I first began the practice of meditating, every weekend, I used a regression meditation that I found on YouTube by Dr. Brian Weiss to access my past lives. The meditation doesn't exist in that form on YouTube anymore, and so I wanted to create something for you that you could return to if you are also on a journey of healing through remembering and making meaning of your past lives. I hope it blesses you.--Thank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. My hope is that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to Glow Mail (my semi-regular love letter via email). If you have any questions, you can email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

Past Life Meditation

On weekends, when I have a little more time to meditate, I go deep. Sometimes I read my Akashic Records or have a long chat with my guides. For a couple of years when I first began the practice of meditating, every weekend, I used a regression meditation that I found on YouTube by Dr. Brian Weiss to access my past lives. The meditation doesn't exist in that form on YouTube anymore, and so I wanted to create something for you that you could return to if you are also on a journey of healing through remembering and making meaning of your past lives. I hope it blesses you.--Thank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. My hope is that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to Glow Mail (my semi-regular love letter via email). If you have any questions, you can email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

Regardless of whether or not this is "real," it was inspired (if that is the right word) from an actual event in my present life. TWs: Sexual Assault and Graphic DeathThese are difficult stories to talk about. But they are important. Tomorrow, I'll share a Past Life Meditation that I created and that I have used in coaching sessions. It's completely free and you can listen to it as often as you like. As we near Halloween or Samhain, many people feel that the veil between this world and the next thins and we are able to connect with our loved ones more easily. This feels like an especially powerful time to do this kind of healing.So much love to you.HONORABLE MENTIONS:Jesus Wept: On Grief and ReincarnationInterview with Maia NiktovichEpisode on Past LivesThank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. My hope is that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to Glow Mail (my semi-regular love letter via email). If you have any questions, you can email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

My Past Life as a Witch

I hadn't listened to this since I recorded it last October. It was emotional, listening back to it while editing. There are things we forget with time. The pain that was so acute on a particular moment in history melts away and all we have is a vague memory that it meant something. The stories we tell echo where we are in our lives. This time last year, I was fighting carpenter bees and learning to trust myself. HONORABLE MENTIONS:Black Moms Blog on Instagram (not mentioned in this episode, but a great resource)Hello Bello (my favorite diaper company)Thank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. My hope is that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to Glow Mail (my semi-regular love letter via email). If you have any questions, you can email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

The Birth Story of Micah May

A couple of years ago, I became enchanted with the idea that I could have psychic gifts. I'm not 100% sure where the thought came from, but I started listening to a podcast called Psychic Teachers and I had a psychic aura reading from a friend and trained psychic. Sporadically, I offered what I called "intuitive readings" to my Instagram following, but I was a little to chicken to say the word "psychic."And then one day, on a total whim, I did. I jumped headfirst into psychic land—not on Instagram, on TikTok, where I had given myself the liberty of being a little more weird. The response was overwhelming—and amazing. It still scares me a little. I find myself thinking, "are therapists allowed to be psychics?" The answer, of course, is a resounding YES. One of the things that has been most encouraging is how many fellow social workers and therapist want to get  a reading! 

Legit Weird: Free Psychic Readings

It's helpful to talk about grief. It's helpful to try to wrap our heads around it—in part because we are, at least momentarily, removed from the all consuming nature of it and allowed to conceptualize its theory. Philosophy gives us a break in that way. In this episode, I tell the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead and then share a bit about what I make of all of it. I also tell a personal story of grief. It's harder to talk about that. I talk about reincarnation, too. At the end of all of it, I share some thoughts on how ordinary mortals like you and me can connect with loved ones lost. It's a rambly one, for sure.Grateful for you.HONORABLE MENTIONS:First episode of Throwing LightEpisode on what the heck I believe called Spiritual CookiesShelby Forsythia's book, Permission to GrieveThank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. My hope is that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to Glow Mail (my semi-regular love letter via email). If you have any questions, you can email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

Jesus Wept: On Grief and Reincarnation

I hope you find this helpful, especially if you are feeling a bit overwhelmed. Much love to you. Here's a basic outline of what I talk about:A future business idea and what it looks like right nowhow to reconnect to your spirituality during these dicey timeshelpful hacks for when you lack motivationprioritizing your mental health by focusing on the basics and knowing when it's time to do the research necessary to find a therapistgetting creative in the midst of chaos how to make any recipe magicalI hope you enjoy! Grateful for you.HONORABLE MENTIONS:More on Behavioral ActivationA thoughtful article on how to find a therapistMuchelleb, one of my favorite YouTubers when I need motivation and a mindset shiftHow to Make Any Recipe Magical from Other Worldly OracleThank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. I am especially interested in connecting with helping professionals and people who spend their days caring for others. I promise that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to Glow Mail (my semi-regular love letter via email). If you have any questions, you can email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

Stardust

What I talk about in this episode:What the Shadow isWhat Shadow Work is Why New Year's Resolutions so often failWays of doing Shadow WorkSpecifically Existential Kink by Carolyn ElliottI hope you enjoy! Grateful for you.HONORABLE MENTIONS:Morning Pages by Julia CameronExistential Kink by Carolyn ElliottMedical Medium's book Liver Rescue and his article on skin conditionsThank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. I am especially interested in connecting with helping professionals and people who spend their days caring for others. I promise that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to Glow Mail (my semi-regular love letter via email). If you have any questions, you can email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

Plank in Your Third Eye

Things I talk about in this episode:It's helpful to know the root causes (or some of them)For me, it got worse before it got betterI do still have some anxietyThere are lots of different reasons we have anxiety (or any mental health issue)Things that helped me:MeditationQuitting alcoholStepping into role in a helping professionOther spiritual practicesI manifested a baby and other things I wantedI did something that scared the crap out of meI learned to trust myselfI changed my dietI hope you enjoy! Grateful for you.HONORABLE MENTIONS:Muchelleb's YouTube channelThis Naked LifeThrowing Light episode on quitting alcoholThank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. I am especially interested in connecting with helping professionals and people who spend their days caring for others. I promise that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to Glow Mail (my semi-regular love letter via email). If you have any questions, you can email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

How I Overcame Extreme Anxiety

We are in it, my friend, whatever "it" is. And now that the initial shock has worn off, it may be helpful to think about how we want to be while we're in it. A few broad stroke themes:Where are you starting from? Where was your mental health at the start?Normalizing the fact that it's okay to feel wobbly as we navigate uncertaintyAllowing all of your feelings—the good, the bad, and the uglyWeird spiritual techniques to help us make it throughWe are meaning makers I hope you enjoy! Grateful for you.HONORABLE MENTIONS:Natacha Oceane's YouTube channelExistential Kink by Carolyn ElliottInterview with Amanda FlakerAshley Wood's podcast, The LineWhat are the Akashic Records?Thank you for listening! If you liked this episode, I would be very appreciative in you left a review on Apple Podcasts. Throwing Light is for people who believe in the restoration and healing of the world and who aren't hung up on outdated dogma that seeks to dictate what that's supposed to look like. I'm interested in connecting with people who are actively working toward healing and restoration for themselves and the world. I am especially interested in connecting with helping professionals and people who spend their days caring for others. I promise that engaging with this podcast will help you on your healing journey and motivate you to delve even deeper into the beautiful work you are already doing in the world.If you resonate with my work and want to stay connected, be sure to follow me on Instagram, or subscribe to Glow Mail (my semi-regular love letter via email). If you have any questions, you can email me at brandyglows@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!MUSIC CREDITSIntro music: Otis McDonald, BirdBrainz (Track 7 from the album Innovations in Booty Shaking Music (Part I))

Can You Find Joy and Peace in a Pandemic?

The opposite of throwing shade, TL explores the intersection of spirituality and mental health. With a hefty dose of metaphysics and a whole lot of vulnerability, TL asks questions like: What does it mean to co-create with the universe? Does magic exist? What can ordinary people do about the great injustices of our time? What does living a meaningful life look like? Can we make coffee a food group? Host Brandy Walker attempts to answer these questions, and start new conversations about old paradigms, all while being her awkward, adorable self.

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