#112. Heart-Centered Living: Mindfulness, Healing, and Spiritual Awakening with Catherine Duncan

In this transformative episode of the Pockets of Knowledge podcast, host Desiree Stanley sits down with Catherine Duncan, an author, spiritual consultant, and holistic healer. Catherine shares her inspiring life journey, from surviving childhood cancer and a near-death experience while whitewater rafting to leaving a successful corporate career and finding her true calling in spiritual consulting and resilience training. Catherine discusses the importance of listening inward, living a heart-centered life, and connecting with something greater. She outlines practical steps to cultivate mindfulness and presence, encouraging listeners to create daily rituals that anchor them in the moment. Catherine also shares her powerful five practices for emotional and spiritual healing, as detailed in her book, "Everyday Awakening: Five Practices for Living Fully, Feeling Deeply, and Coming into Your Heart and Soul," endorsed by Mel Robbins. Catherine’s insights on the connection between our mind, body, and spirit offer a fresh perspective on how to live more fully and find peace in everyday moments. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that promises to leave you feeling inspired and empowered. Bio: Catherine Duncan is an integrative spiritual consultant and first-time author. Her book Everyday Awakening was released in July 2023. After two near-death experiences, Catherine left a lucrative corporate job with Time Magazine to study theology and become a chaplain at a Level 1 trauma hospital and later a hospice chaplain accompanying thousands of people at end of life. Today, Catherine runs a private practice counseling attorneys, doctors, business executives, and people searching for more. She helps people open into their true nature and live from their heart and soul. Everyday Awakening shares gleanings from Catherine's personal life, client work, and most importantly, what it means to be fully alive. Her book, endorsed by Mel Robbins,  is "your roadmap for living a fully engaged life." Connect with Catherine: Website https://www.catherineduncan.org/ Facebook Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Books mentioned: Everyday Awakening: Five Practices for Living Fully, Feeling Deeply, and Coming into Your Heart and Soul by Catherine Duncan (Author) Polishing the Mirror Paperback by Ram Dass (Author) The Power Is Within You by Louise L. Hay (Author)  You Can Heal Your Life Paperback by Louise Hay (Author) Don't Believe Everything You Think: Why Your Thinking Is The Beginning & End Of Suffering (Beyond Suffering Book 1) by Joseph Nguyen (Author) Podcasts mentioned: 10% Happier with Dan Harris Oprah Super Soul Neon Jazz with Joe Dimino Paranormal 60 with Dave Schrader A Sharper Life with Nikki Sharp ——— Enjoy this Podcast? If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your friends so that they can be educated, informed, inspired and empowered! Questions? Contact me through my website, www.PocketsofKnowledge.com, or find me on Instagram @desireedstanley. Thanks for listening! ——— This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and empower you on your personal journey. Please note that individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. This is not intended to treat any medical condition. I am not a medical doctor and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional.