3. Hawk Signs with Sarah Nicotra

In this intimate and heart-led conversation, Laura reconnects with long-time friend, collaborator, and fellow seeker Sarah Nicotra to explore the magic of “surrendering to the signs.” From hawks circling overhead to a lone sparrow nesting above her shoulder, Sarah shares how nature’s messengers have guided her through seasons of creativity, rest, and personal healing.Together, they reflect on the importance of noticing subtle signs, honoring life’s natural cycles, and allowing quiet periods to be part of the spiritual journey. This episode is a gentle reminder that guidance doesn’t always arrive as a dramatic burning bush—it can be a whisper, a nudge, or a bird’s song at just the right moment.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:How Sarah first connected with Laura through a shared hawk encounterThe personal meaning hawks and other birds hold in Sarah’s spiritual practiceA touching story of a “rare bird” that became a companion Why periods of silence can be as meaningful as obvious signsThe healing power of listening to birdsong and attuning to nature’s rhythmLetting go of constant productivity to embrace rest, trust, and natural flowReflections on co-creating past projects like Be Your Own Guru and Wintering WellAbout SarahSarah Nicotra is a long-time collaborator with Laura Gates and Gates Group Consulting, where she has worked behind the scenes organizing, strategizing, and executing projects. She brings experience in corporate, government and the healthcare industry as a project manager, UX designer, executive and wellness coach, legal assistant and spiritual Care Coordinator. Sarah holds two Master’s degrees in Transpersonal Psychology and Organization Management. Her mission is to help businesses transform their visions with impact, using innovative approaches, including AI, to deliver value.Resources & LinksConnect with Laura on instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/surrenderingtothesigns/ ⁠Facebook https://www.facebook.com/surrenderingtothesignsWebsite www.surrenderingtothesigns.comDownload your free copy of Seven Keys to Surrendering to the Signs Home | Laura Gates | Surrendering to the Signs | Spiritual PodcastMusic FeaturedThe music in each episode of Surrendering to the Signs has been carefully curated to enhance the episode, below is a list of all tracks featured.Assaf Ayalon - LullabyEldar Kedem - I SeeJames Forest - Endless SongLuc Allieres - LA BELLA CAFE LUMINAR - CircleMaya Pacziga - August 16thSaggie - Easy to Love - Instrumental versionSaggie - Easy to LoveShahead Mostafafar - Golden DiamondPodcast co-produced, edited, and sound designed by Daniel De Souza https://www.danieldesouza.com