The Dream Catcher Podcast

5 Esoteric Practices to Help You Deepen Your Spiritual Connection

The realm of esoteric practices presents a diverse array of knowledge and experiences that can significantly influence your personal growth and spiritual advancement if you're open to them. 

By delving into the historical context and foundational principles of these practices, individuals can acquire meaningful insights into their interrelations and the more profound dimensions of existence. 

Learning about tools such as astrology, tarot, and numerology can enhance your self-awareness and offer guidance that complements your strategy and research-based thinking.

[Interview] Mastering Resilience, Luck and Other Building Important Blocks of Success (feat. Gaj Ravichandra)

Success isn't a straightforward journey. It's a winding, messy road that involves chipping away at small goals before seeing results. This is what makes it so rewarding. However, many people face their first challenge and feel overwhelmed by the magnitude of the obstacles ahead.

My guest, Gaj Ravichandra, believes that the secret to tackling challenges lies in building resilience and cultivating the right mindset and habits. Gaj is here to share valuable principles to help you succeed in any endeavor you pursue.

Gaj is a highly sought-after performance coach recognized for his effective leadership training techniques. For 20 years, Gaj has worked with leading organizations and individuals to enhance productivity, maximize performance, and accelerate growth. As a registered psychologist, he leads individuals, sporting teams, and educational institutions to success with cutting-edge learning techniques and disruptive growth strategies proven to enhance potential and performance.

In our conversation, Gaj shares valuable insights about what makes up mental toughness and resilience. He provides strategies and tips to enhance our performance and unlock our potential by cultivating a winning mindset, enabling us to chase our dreams and reach new heights.

Uncovering the Unseen: The Hidden Bias Behind Judging People

In a world where first impressions are everything, it's easy to make snap judgments based on our biases. 

By taking a closer look at the hidden bias that shapes our perception and behavior, we'll uncover how our mental shortcuts can often lead to unfair and inaccurate conclusions. 

Discover how your unconscious biases could affect your personal and professional life and those of others. By questioning these assumptions, we can work together to create a more just and inclusive society.

[Interview] How to Set Intentions that Stick (feat. Sandy Vo)

Original airdate: December 25, 2020

New Year's is a time of reflection. We think about the year that's passed and reflect on our goals for the year ahead—losing weight, starting a new job or business, improving our health, traveling, or finding a partner.

That's why closing out a year can feel both joyous and intimidating, but according to my guest, Sandy Vo, the solution to success in 2025 lies within us.

Sandy Vo is a meditation teacher, self-care practitioner, and intrapreneur who is committed to helping you trailblaze the path to honoring your highest expression through sacred Self-care. She equips the modern-day woman with Self-care "tools" to thrive in life, business, and relationships.

In this conversation, Sandy helps us clarify our intentions using the tools she uses in her spiritual practice. She'll guide us in doing so with clarity and conscious intent.

The Art of Valuing Time: Why Respecting Other People's Time Matters

In today's fast-paced and busy world, we all strive to make the most of our 24 hours, juggling work, family, and personal commitments.

But one aspect that often gets overlooked is respecting other people's time. Valuing time can significantly enhance the quality of our personal and professional relationships.

Discover its importance and gain insights into being more mindful of how you use others' time and the effects it can have on their lives.

[interview] Owning Our Shadow and Embodying The Gifts That Make Us Whole and Powerful (feat. Kelly Brogan)

When a woman feels alive and in her power, she can be the most powerful force on this plane. But, according to my guest Kelly Brogan, women have been duped by the messages they have received from society. They have abandoned their true nature in exchange for seeming empowerment. 

Kelly is here to guide us on a path that helps us stop creating struggle and create a sense of true safety to finally experience the specific pleasure of who we are.

Kelly Brogan, M.D. is a holistic psychiatrist, author of the New York Times Bestselling book A Mind of Your Own, Own Your Self, the children’s book A Time For Rain, and co-editor of the landmark textbook Integrative Therapies for Depression. She is the founder of the online healing program Vital Mind Reset, and the membership community, Vital Life Project. She specializes in a root-cause resolution approach to psychiatric syndromes and symptoms.

During this interview, Kelly shares a provocative perspective on feminine reclamation, including the imperative to learn the skills of self-safety to embody creative expression. She provides actionable steps to help you claim the jewels from the cave of your shame, own your badness, and align with your desires.

The Value of Platonic Love: Reimagining Relationships Beyond Romance

In a society obsessed with romantic love and fairy-tale endings, the concept of platonic love often takes a backseat. 

Platonic love emphasizes a deep emotional and intellectual connection between people without romantic involvement. It celebrates and encourages a sense of love, respect, and support. 

By reimagining relationships beyond romance, we open ourselves to myriad possibilities. Learn about the power of platonic love and how this often-overlooked form of connection can enrich your life in countless ways.

[Interview] De-Stressing & Maximizing Productivity by Decluttering Our Spaces (feat. Andrew Mellen)

Original airdate: May 19, 2020

A disorganized and chaotic living space can lower our productivity and take a toll on our emotional health. Today, I'm excited to have Andrew Mellen as my guest, who will discuss the importance of tidying up our homes and the benefits of decluttering.

Andrew is an organizational expert, public speaker, and the best-selling author of Unstuff Your Life! He's been called "The Most Organized Man in America" by the media having helped over 100,000 people to declutter and simplify their lives. As an authority on organizing and productivity, Andrew's addressed audiences from TEDx; he's worked with several corporate clients and made frequent media appearances, including the NY Times, LA Times, Real Simple, and O Magazine.

During this conversation, Andrew shares his views on why we need to simplify, declutter, and create more time and space for the things that matter. He also shares simple techniques we can use to begin organizing and clearing away our spaces.

The Power of Pursuing Effectiveness: Why Choosing Substance over Fame Leads to True Success

In a world obsessed with fame, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters: substance. Success shouldn't be measured solely by popularity or recognition. 

Instead, it should be defined by our impact and being willing to pursue effectiveness and not fame. In this episode, you'll learn the importance of embracing substance and its power to bring you true success. 

Because, in the end, it's not about how many people know our name, but about how our actions create a positive impact.

[Interview] The Art of Relating and Connecting from the Heart (feat. Sah D'Simon)

We live in an increasingly self-focused society, which only exacerbates the loneliness that plagues modern life. According to my guest Sah D’Simone, we are not meant to be alone; it is side by side with others where true wisdom flourishes. 

He’s here to tell us why connection is a fundamental piece of a deep spiritual practice, and how to connect with others authentically.

Sah D’Simone is a spiritual revolutionary, mystic, artist, award-winning filmmaker, and bestselling author. He is well-known for hosting the top-rated Spiritually Sassy Show podcast and creating the Somatic Activated Healing (SAH) Method™. His trauma-informed approach is informed by his grassroots work in orphanages, homeless shelters, and rehab centers in Indonesia, Nepal, India, and the US. Sah uses his method to support Cedars Sinai Hospital as a member of their Spiritual Care Chaplain intern team.

In this interview, Sah draws on his insights and tools to introduce a new way to transform the way we relate to others by releasing an “us vs. them” mindset, cultivating radical compassion, and creatively transforming our struggles into opportunities for awakening. In this way, we can deepen our friendships, build community, and heal the world.