What’s Inspiring Me This Season: Nature Signs, Shamanic Whispers & Everyday Wonder [Summer Shorts Series]

“Maybe nature is always communicating with us and we’re just starting to listen.” —Caitlan SiegenthalerEpisode 85: Nature Messages, Shamanic Curiosity & Other Wild Summer Musings [Summer Shorts Series] Welcome to the fourth and final episode in the Summer Shorts series—your bite-sized, soul-nourishing treats that clock in at 20 minutes or less. In this episode, Caitlan gets cozy and candid in what she calls her “wild child grab bag,” sharing everything from turtle eggs in her front yard to her long-time dream of writing a children’s book.You’ll hear her book and podcast recs, a peek into her spiritual curiosities (shamanic journeying, anyone?), plus surprising signs from nature—including an assertive black beetle and some very magical dolphins. This episode is about finding meaning in the ordinary, reconnecting with the natural world, and letting your inspiration lead you.✨ Discounted Human Design Reading for the First 3 Listeners to Book! This is the only way to access this offer. Click here.💫 Ready to get out of your own way? Book a 90-Minute IFS & Human Design Deep Dive Session.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Caitlan’s top book and podcast recs for summer expansionWhy a turtle laying eggs in her front yard felt like a spiritual messageWhat a wild dolphin encounter taught her about presence and wonderThe mysterious return of the beetle (yep, twice) and its deeper symbolismWhy she’s drawn to shamanic journeying and animal medicineA peek into her long-term dreams and projects—from Scotland to Hogwarts to home renovationsHow connecting with nature might be the invitation you didn’t know you neededKey Takeaways:Nature might be trying to get your attention—pay close attention to the patterns.Books, podcasts, and animals can all be portals back to yourself.Slowing down and observing the world around you can reignite your creativity.Your to-do list can include things like “visit a shaman” or “write a children’s book.”You don’t have to be finished with something to be inspired by it.Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome to the Final Summer Shorts 01:00 – Caitlan’s Favorite Summer Reads 03:30 – Podcast Recs for Curious Humans 05:50 – Shamanic Curiosity & Supervision Wisdom 08:00 – Turtle Eggs & Trusting the Universe 09:45 – Snorkeling with Dolphins & Deep Presence 12:30 – The Beetle Message (Twice!) 15:15 – Long-Term Dream List: From Scotland to Living Room Makeovers 17:45 – How You Can Support the ShowLinks & Resources:Website: www.caitlansiegenthaler.comInstagram: @caitlansiegenthalerPast episode with Krissy Tingle: Repairing Relationships Through IFSBook Recommendations:The Midnight Library by Matthew Haig The Myth of Normal by Gabor & Daniel Mate Podcast Recs:Not Your Ordinary PartsThe One Inside  Loved the Summer Shorts series? Share your favorite episode with a friend, leave a review on Apple Podcasts (it’s podcast currency, baby), and don’t forget—you might just win a free Human Design reading. Guest interviews are back next week, so send in your requests and stay tuned for what’s next on Return.Support the showProduced by Caitlan SiegenthalerCover Art by Kiara OparaIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me. And if you really loved it, the best thank-you is a written review on Apple Podcasts or a comment on Spotify. That is a beautiful energetic exchange for Caitlan creating the show.