The Dream Catcher Podcast

How to Find and Appreciate Beauty in the World

The great Buddha once said, “If we could see the miracle of a single flower clearly, our whole life would change.” Many of us find this a challenge because we’re  so used to looking for those cracks in the wall and fixing it. Our education systems prime us to become skeptical observers and rational thinkers who can identify problems and find solutions.

However, beauty isn’t a construct of the mind but of the heart. It’s an ethereal quality, which can only be recognized by the deeper realms of our consciousness. It requires us to surrender to the present moment, let go of control and to go with the flow.

This week I speak about the common challenges that we face when it comes to finding beauty in the world and some tips on how you can become more perceptible to the beauty in your world.

4 Signs of a Soul Connection

Have you ever met someone with whom you felt an unexplainable connection that defies logic and reason?

Over the years, many terms have been concocted to describe these deep and significant connections - soul mate, twin-flame, past-life, karmic relationships.

Because of the esoteric and insubstantial nature of this view of soul connections, many people remain skeptical. However I believe that these relationships are significant and that you’re being drawn to a certain person for a reason and purpose, and it’s essential to notice the signs.

This week I get into depth of the nature of soul connections and debunk some of the common myths about them and what we can do to attract more of them into our lives. You will also learn about the four tell-tale signs of a soul connection and how it could potentially impact your life.

[Interview] How Astrology Can Guide Us and Help Us Find Meaning (feat. Nadiya Shah)

I’ve always been intrigued by the ancient art of astrology. I can remember reading books on astrology as young as 11 years of age because of my fascination with the night sky. I wondered what secrets the sky stores when it comes to our lives and our existence on the planet. I found that astrology was one of the ways to help unveil their enigma.

I felt compelled to use my platform to promote and this cosmic tool with others and negate any doubts about the valuable insights it offers. After following her YouTube channel for a couple of years, I got in touch with renowned astrologer Nadiya Shah to get more insights into this ancient art.

Named one of the top 12 astrologers on the planet by French Vanity Fair, who crowned Nadiya a pioneer in video astrology. She is an Internationally Syndicated Astrologer, Author, Television and Internet Personality, and is one of the few people in the world to hold an M.A. in the Cultural Study of Cosmology and Divination, from the University of Kent, United Kingdom. Nadiya’s Youtube channel is consistently one of the top 5 most watched astrology channels on Youtube.

Join me for this conversation where you’ll learn how to use astrology to gain insights into deeper themes in your life and your character. You’ll also learn about how your other planetary placements (besides your sun sign) could affect you and how to use that information to create a life of meaning, love and purpose.

5 Realities I’ve Learned to Accept and Grow From

Growing up can be tough, especially when you have to come to terms with some harsh realities. No matter how evolved and sophisticated our society becomes, there’s no escaping the natural laws that govern us. The only thing we can control is our subjective reality, based on our beliefs.

But facing reality does not have to reduce you to a cynic. You can transmute the pain into a more solid perspective on life that’s rooted in reality and remove the sting from the process of maturation by committing yourself to truth and honesty.

This week I share some thoughts on how you can experience personal freedom by letting go of any illusions, fanciful hopes, and fictitious narratives based on ‘how you wish things were’. I also share the top five realities that I’ve learned to accept and grow from.

What it Takes to Turn to Pipe Dream into Reality

If you’re at a point in your life where you’re on the fence about a specific goal, I encourage you to let go of limiting thoughts and hold space for it. Remember that as a human, you’re wired to doubt the unfamiliar and stay in your comfort zone.

 It takes a conscious effort to go against your natural inclination to be safe. Your mind will come up with a million reasons why you should stay put. But no matter how improbable and difficult attaining a pipe dream appears to be, it’s not impossible and you have more power than you realize.

Drawing from my experience as a coach, and my own experiences of pursuing my dreams, I’ve been able to single out those traits and behavioral patterns that increase the likelihood of favorable outcomes. In this podcast episode, I describe those traits and offer balanced perspective on how we can manifest a pipe dream.

[Interview] Using The Art of Mindfulness to Live a Fulfilling Life feat. Jasmin Terrany

In our busy and fast paced world, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to maintain balance. We have to make a concerted effort to stay centered amidst the chaos and consciously choose to make the time to take care of ourselves and to go within. One of the best practices to achieve this is mindfulness. To help me bring this topic to the forefront I invited mindfulness and meditation expert Jasmin Terrany.

Jasmin is a Columbia University graduate and licensed psychotherapist who invented Life Therapy, the combination of psychotherapy & coaching with mindfulness & meditation. She’s helped women access their ultimate potential and take their lives to the next level in every realm.

Join me for my heart-warming conversation with Jasmin where she shares the important lessons that she learned from her personal journey of transformation along with valuable tips on how we can apply the art of mindfulness to live a fulfilling life.

5 Effective Ways to Share Your Message with the World

Based on my experience as a coach, I’m convinced that each and every one of us has something valuable to offer. We’re a product of unique life experiences, lessons, and challenges that others can learn from. Yet many of us feel intimidated by the prospect of speaking out because we’re unsure.

That’s why, the act of sharing your message with the world must begin with you. You need to believe that you have something valuable to share with others, and you should be motivated by pure intentions.

In this episode, I share some advice that will help you’ll discover the many ways that you can share your message with the world and you’ll have the confidence to grab that mic and unapologetically share it with the world.

[Interview] How to Find Your Voice and Speak Without Fear feat. Linda Ugelow

So many of us long to own your inner authority without being caught up in what others might think and fearlessly share our message with our unique style and brilliance.

Yet the idea of putting ourselves out there in the spotlight can be an intimidating prospect. We may be unsure of ourselves because we lack confidence and support. Even if we want to mark in the world, we may end up sabotaging our efforts.

To help me speak about these challenges and how we can overcome them, I invited Linda Ugelow. Linda is a transformational Speaking coach for visionary women who want to make a positive impact in the world. As a performer of 35 years and with a master’s degree in Expressive Therapies / movement studies, I’ve been helping people get comfortable in their skin for decades.

During our conversation, Linda shares some of the personal struggles that she faced with speaking her truth and how it facilitated her growth as an individual and as a professional speaking coach. She shares some invaluable insights into how we can experience the freedom that comes with finding our voices and speaking without fear.

The Right Way to Use the Law of attraction to Create a Life You Love

As grown-ups we want to hold on to that faith that we had when we were kids - when we believed that all things are possible if we believed in them with all our heart. We hope that there exists some kind of cosmic force that can create alchemy to magically transform our hearts desire into reality.

The law of attraction is perhaps the closest thing that we have to that magical transformative energy. You may have heard of the LOA after its mass popularization made by worldwide bestseller The Secret, where the featured experts in the book touted the LOA as a simple, metaphysical principle - by simply imagining, and focusing on a certain outcome, the Universe will eventually deliver.

But is it really that simple? If it were, then all of us would be prosperous and happy beyond our wildest dreams! Before getting deluded by these enticing claims, we need to take a closer look at the LOA to appreciate its complexity. This week, I dissect the LOA principle so that we can develop a more balanced outlook on its potential effects and develop more realistic expectations on how we can apply it in our life and use it to manifest our dreams.

3 Essential Things to Do Before Making a Big Life Decision

Do you find yourself getting overwhelmed because you feel unprepared when faced with numerous options?

Decision-making can be stressful if we aren’t equipped for it, especially when it comes to big choices, such as deciding if and who you should marry, whether to have children, relocate, invest in a home, have surgery, or make a career change.

These aren’t daily decisions but once in a lifetime choices that can have a huge influence on the direction of our lives. It’s critical that we develop the skills to keep up with the rapid decision-making demands of today.

In this episode, I outline four key steps you can take to facilitate a sound decision making process.