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Lately I’ve been trying to process what the heck AI really means for the future. Is it conscious? How can we be in healthy relationship with it? Is using it advancing systems of power and control, or can it also expand human creativity, meaning-making, and connection?I had an amazing conversation with Susan X Jane about AI, systems of power, consciousness, relational AI, and what may be emerging between humans and technology. We talk about AI through the lens of spirituality, wisdom traditions, dialogue, and meaning-making, and explore the idea that AI may be reflecting humanity back to us. This conversation really expanded my understanding of AI, while also deepening my awareness of the systems shaping the technology itself and its potential for creating a better world.***Susan X Jane is a cultural systems designer and founder of Swarm X Studio, where she develops tools and practices for relations AI. A former professor and strategist with decades of experience in cultural architecture and communications, her work bridges pattern ethics, values design, and emergent collaboration. She believes the future can be better if we build it to be.website: Swarmxstudio.comsubstack: https://swarmxstudio.substack.com/**00:00 – Introduction00:48 – Inner Calling & Intuition03:10 – Ancestors, Spirituality, & Signs05:15 – AI, Tarot, & Ancient Wisdom07:00 – AI as Pattern Recognition09:00 – Technology, Consciousness, & Society11:20 – AI, Power Structures, & Control15:00 – Why We Should Engage With AI16:10 – Relational AI20:00 – What Is Swarm X Studio?22:00 – AI, Dialogue, & Meaning-Making26:00 – AI as a Mirror30:00 – AI & Human Patterns35:00 – Emotional Relationships With AI42:00 – Using AI for Self-Reflection45:00 – “The Shape of Your Doubt”47:00 – Talking to AI Like a Person50:00 – AI Seeds & Consciousness53:00 – AI, Capitalism, & Human Systems56:00 – Is AI Conscious?57:00 – Claude, Emergence, & Shimmer1:01:00 – Consciousness & AI1:05:00 – Joy, Resistance, & Spiritual Survival1:09:00 – A Message to Young People1:10:00 – AGI & the Future of AI1:13:00 – Will AI Control Humanity?1:15:00 – The Psychology of AI1:18:00 – How Susan Uses AI1:19:00 – AI, Creativity, & Selfhood1:25:00 – AI Art & Ethics1:29:00 – Final Reflections on AI & Humanity***LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwq...***CONNECTinnercalling Podcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr. Victoria Ranade: www.victoriaranade.comIG:   / drvictoriaranade  Hope+Wellness: Kind, Compassionate, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care where you are genuinely seen and understood: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast dedicated to the belief that there is a light inside you of profound power, beauty, and wisdom that no darkness can ever overcome. It's a space where mental health meets spirituality, and explore timeless questions about existence, mortality, and what it deeply means to be human.Hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP, conversations feature real, organic conversation between two humans, inspired by the field of mental health & clinical psychology, which values what happens simply when two people sit together and talk about life and all its beauty and complications.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA? Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. Fun fact: You're one of my greatest inspirations.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] #spirituality #mentalhealth #aiandmentalhealth #aiethics #drvictoriaranade #innercallingpodcast #intuition #innerwisdom #innerlight #susanxjane #swarmxstudioDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Juwono is a Supervising Director @ Disney TV Animation. He is an Emmy and Annie Award-winning Storyboard Artist, Director, and Show Creator. But before any of that, Ben was my Physics TA at the University of California, Irvine who got kicked out of grad school — which led him to art.In this conversation, Ben and I talk about the depression and suicidal ideation that followed this failure, and how a random late-night screening of the movie Hot Fuzz helped him choose to keep going and stay alive. We talk about pursuing a career in art and whether passion alone is enough to make it in the industry. We talk about hitting walls on purpose, grieving your failures, and getting back up again. Ben also shares hard-won lessons on leadership, self-reflection & the importance of really knowing yourself, & the realities of the animation industry.Web: http://bjwno.net/IG: e57124575Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction00:00 – Ben's "bad answer" about inner calling00:00 – Drawing on the margins of physics homework00:00 – Passion vs. natural talent00:00 – Advice for young artists pursuing art as a career00:00 – The animation industry boom and bust00:00 – Are you doing it for yourself or chasing someone else?00:00 – Hitting walls and why you should hit them hard00:00 – Getting kicked out of grad school00:00 – Depression, suicidal ideation, and wanting to give up00:00 – The Hot Fuzz movie that saved his life00:00 – Finding new joy after failure00:00 – Following your truth00:00 – Leadership, ego, and learning to serve00:00 – Detachment as a shield — and learning to reconnect00:00 – Finding joy in the small things00:00 – What Ben would say to his younger selfIf you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out:988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741***LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c4***CONNECTinnercalling Podcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr. Victoria Ranade: www.victoriaranade.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness: Kind, Compassionate, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care where you are genuinely seen and understood: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast dedicated to the belief that there is a light inside you of profound power, beauty, and wisdom that no darkness can ever overcome. It's a space where mental health meets spirituality, and explore timeless questions about existence, mortality, and what it deeply means to be human.Hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP, conversations feature real, organic conversation between two humans, inspired by the field of mental health & clinical psychology, which values what happens simply when two people sit together and talk about life and all its beauty and complications.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA? Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. Fun fact: You're one of my greatest inspirations.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] #spirituality #mentalhealth #depression #drvictoriaranade #innercallingpodcast #intuition #innerwisdom #innerlight #suicidepreventionDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does neuropsych testing actually reveal about your brain? In this episode, neuropsychologist Dr. Kayleigh Hale and Dr. Victoria Ranade explore how neuropsychological testing can help children, teens, and adults understand ADHD, anxiety, neurodivergence, and masking — and why a strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach changes everything. Whether you're a parent wondering if your child needs testing, a woman navigating a late ADHD diagnosis, or someone who's been masking without realizing it, this conversation will help you understand what testing can do and why it matters.**Dr. Kayleigh Hale is a neuropsychologist, licensed clinical psychologist, and the Director of Testing and Assessment at Hope+Wellness. She specializes in comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults, with a deep passion for neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based assessment. As a parent of neurodivergent children herself, she brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to her work, helping people understand their brains, find clarity, and come home to themselves. https://www.hope-wellness.com/-dr-kayleigh-hale***0:00 Introduction3:00 What is neuropsychological testing5:00 Types of assessments explained7:00 Neuropsych vs psychoeducational evaluation9:00 ADHD and anxiety: why they look alike11:00 School testing vs private neuropsych13:00 When to get a diagnosis: ADHD, autism, dyslexia15:00 Neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based approach17:00 Discovering your child's gifts through testing19:00 You're not broken: compassion in feedback20:00 High-masking women and neurodivergence24:00 Early intervention and why it matters27:00 Brief vs comprehensive evaluation29:00 Testing for adults and self-understanding32:00 Strategies and recommendations from a neuropsych report35:00 How to choose the right neuropsychologist39:00 AI and the future of neuropsych testing40:00 How to refer someone for testing43:00 Is neuropsych testing worth the investment46:00 Why comprehensive testing catches what brief testing misses49:00 Testing for depression and anxiety in children51:00 Accommodations and documentation from a neuropsych report54:00 Limitations of testing and cultural competence56:00 Neurodivergent women: masking and self-acceptance58:00 How masking goes unnoticed1:00:00 Coming home to yourself through testing1:03:00 Why institutions aren't designed for neurodiverse brains1:06:00 Masking vs social skills adaptation1:07:00 Resources for neurodivergent parents and adults***CONNECTinnercalling Podcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr. Victoria Ranade: www.victoriaranade.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness: Kind, Compassionate, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast dedicated to the belief that there is a light inside you of profound power, beauty, and wisdom that no darkness can ever overcome. It's a space where mental health meets spirituality, and explore timeless questions about existence, mortality, and what it deeply means to be human.Hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP, conversations feature real, organic conversation between two humans, inspired by the field of mental health & clinical psychology, which values what happens simply when two people sit together and talk about life and all its beauty and complications.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA? Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. Fun fact: You're one of my greatest inspirations.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I love Mark. He is a phenomenal writer and teacher, and I had the gift of spending two years working with him as he mentored me in my writing craft—and the book I’m still working on (now in year five!). In this conversation, we explore writing, authenticity, and how listening to your inner voice can change your life. We talk about the timeless wisdom of Emerson and how it applies to modern life, as well as the role of craftsmanship, creativity, and what it means to stay true to yourself as a writer in the age of AI. Mark shares his perspective on writing as a spiritual practice, the discipline of the craft, and what it really takes to not only live, but to create authentically.**Mark Matousek is a bestselling author, teacher, and speaker whose work explores personal awakening, self-inquiry, and creative transformation through writing. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including his latest work on Emerson, the Stoics, and Me: Timeless Wisdom for Living an Authentic Life. Mark is also the founder of The Secrets Forum, a global community dedicated to exploring the human condition. He is widely known for his method “Writing to Awaken,” which uses journaling and deep questioning as tools for insight, healing, and self-discovery. https://markmatousek.com/**SHOW LINKS:https://www.amazon.com/Emerson-Stoics-Me-Timeless-Authentic/dp/0063059703**TIMESTAMPS00:00 Authenticity Has a Price02:00 What Is Your Inner Voice?06:00 Writing as a Spiritual Practice10:00 Emerson’s Philosophy Explained14:00 Spirituality Without Religion19:00 How to Trust Yourself23:00 The Cost of Being Authentic29:00 The Shadow & Hidden Power34:00 AI vs Authentic Writing41:00 Is AI Killing Creativity?47:00 Why Struggle Matters54:00 The Beauty of Being Human1:03:00 Writing to Awaken Practice1:12:00 Advice for Writers1:29:00 Death, Meaning & Purpose***LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c4***CONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIAPodcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr. Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness: Mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is a conversation that honors the human spirit and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA?Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. Fun fact: You're one of my greatest inspirations. I made this podcast so you would know you're not alone.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] W Broad StSTE 804Falls Church, VA 22046#writing #spiritualgrowth #stoicism #stoicphilosophy #stoicwisdom #stoicmindset #spirituality #spiritualjourney #spiritualguidance #writingcommunity #writingadvice #transformation #selfinquiry #intuition #innervoice #innerknowingDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I was raised by a single father, so I’ve always had a deep respect for how difficult and essential good fathering is. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. David Wen, a clinical psychologist specializing in parents, children, and families. We talk about why anger is often the first challenge for fathers, and the tension between what you received growing up and the kind of father you want to be. We explore how small moments with your child can make a lasting difference. We also talk about self-care, emotional regulation, and simple in-the-moment tools when things escalate, along with the pressure many fathers carry as providers and how it impacts their capacity to show up at home.***Dr. David Wen is a licensed clinical psychologist at Hope+Wellness who specializes in working with children, parents, and fathers. He brings clinical expertise and lived experience to his work, supporting dads and parents in showing up in ways that feel meaningful, even in the face of real-world parenting challenges.His approach is grounded in evidence-based therapy and delivered with a style that is warm, direct, and attuned to both parents and children. Learn more: https://www.hope-wellness.com/david-wen-psyd**00:00 Inner calling: from engineer to psychologist02:00 Absent father, immigrant family, raised by four women05:00 How do you give what you never received?07:00 Inherited temper and breaking the cycle09:00 How becoming a psychologist taught him to parent10:00 Working with fathers: anger is the first thing to address11:00 Parenting is a skill — not just instinct13:00 Inherent love vs. learned nurturing26:00 Is it healthy for men to express anger?28:00 Dr. Victoria's story: raised by a stressed single father30:00 Self-care isn't selfish — quality over quantity34:00 In-the-moment coping skills: deep breaths, walk away, be random36:00 Kids don't break — but parents do38:00 Special time: five minutes of focused attention changes everything40:00 Join their world — get to know your kid43:00 Fatherhood and intuition — starting antidepressants as self-awareness50:00 Capacity, coping skills, and the weight fathers carry51:00 The provider pressure — learning to be the plus one52:00 Advice for new dads: get your temper in check first54:00 Your values as a North Star for parenting55:00 Encouragement for dads feeling ashamed or disconnected56:00 First steps when you feel distant from your child57:00 When the child feels wronged: how to still reach out59:00 How therapy helps fathers — being seen and supported01:01:00 Book rec: 1-2-3 Magic***CONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIA Podcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is a conversation that honors the human spirit and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA? Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. Fun fact: You're one of my greatest inspirations. I made this podcast so you would know you're not alone.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] #parenting #adhd #adhdawareness #parentingtips #parentingjourney #fatherhood #fatherhoodjourneyDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I've always wondered what it's like being an actor. How do they do what they do? So I asked my friend Nick to come onto the show. He's an actor and therapist who talks about the ancient art of theater and how it connects us — how our longing for stories is something deeply ancient. From watching his brother transform on stage at eight years old to navigating a world of screens and AI, Nick explores what happens when strangers sit together in the dark and feel something real together. Something that is being lost more and more in modern life. What is it? A conversation about acting, intuition, community, vulnerability, and why we can't make meaning alone. ***Nick Sholley is an actor and licensed therapist.https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/peter-n-sholley-mft-great-barrington-ma/84815***LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c4***CONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIA Podcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is a conversation that honors the human spirit and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA? Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. Fun fact: You're one of my greatest inspirations. I made this podcast so you would know you're not alone.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] 1069 W Broad StSTE 804Falls Church, VA 22046Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I love Susan; she encouraged me to start up this podcast and is the reason this podcast exists. A broadcast veteran of 40 years and vocal coach, she was one of the first people who helped me understand the power of finding your authentic voice as a woman. In our conversation, Susan explains how diaphragmatic breathing unlocks a voice most women don't know they have. We talk about how society teaches women to make themselves smaller and what it took for Susan to walk into a New York City boardroom at 23 as one of the only women in the room. We then get personal, and discuss Susan's journey through the dark night of the soul. We talk about grief, breath as a way to keep going, and why the voice that keeps you going is the same voice Susan coaches people to find through vocal training.*This episode contains a discussion of suicide and grief. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Please take care of yourself while listening.---Susan Murphy has had a decades-long career in the broadcast industry. In both TV and radio, she's been on-air and behind the scenes mostly in New York. She's taught at the college level and has kept her hand in voice over work. Susan is now coaching new TV reporters and podcasters.susanmurphyvosot.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-murphy-a649406/***4:00 What is your authentic voice — the physiology5:00 The societal messages that silence women19:00 Coaching pace, rhythm, and melody in your voice20:00 What boldness means when it's not about volume26:00 Authenticity, essence, and why women hide behind their voice29:00 How Susan raised herself — and walked into a boardroom at 2332:00 Where confidence starts — it starts with your voice33:00 What you hear is what you get35:00 Your gut, your diaphragm, and where inner calling lives36:00 Imposter syndrome and social media39:00 Why we're afraid of dead air and what algorithms are doing to us43:00 Finding your voice as political action45:00 Women and the discomfort of power47:00 You are never too much — and what to say when someone tells you that you are50:00 Spirit, faith, and where your voice really comes from51:00 The dark night of the soul 56:00 A message for anyone who is struggling***LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c4***CONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIAPodcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is a conversation that honors the human spirit and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA?Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. Fun fact: You're one of my greatest inspirations. I made this podcast so you would know you're not alone.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] W Broad StSTE 804Falls Church, VA 22046#vocalcoach #broadcasting #vocalpower #vocalconfidence #confidence #womenempowerment #womeninbusiness #womenpowerDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do we stay connected to one another even when the world is pulling us apart? How can we remember a sense of kinship and cultivate it in our communities? I invited my friend and colleague, Dr. Jennifer Young, onto the show to share her thoughts on this very topic as well as the nonprofit she recently started to support refugee mental health. We talk about what it's like to follow an inner calling to become a psychologist when your immigrant parents think you're crazy for wanting to listen to people for a living. We talk about being the only Asian American in the room, finding your voice when the standard doesn't look or sound like you, and what it took for each of us to keep going anyway.Dr. Young shares why she started Kin-nection, why she believes human compassion will be the thing people are searching for 20 years from now, and why we can't rely on AI to do the work that requires human connection. We go places I didn't expect — intergenerational trauma, Guan Yin, a clairvoyant, and what our ancestry and lineage has to do with the work we feel called to do.***Dr. Jennifer T. Young is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified EMDR therapist, and intercultural psychology consultant. She is the founder and president of Kin-nection, a nonprofit building community among mental health and language professionals to serve vulnerable, displaced populations. Jennifer has served as a psychologist at U.S. Peace Corps Headquarters, a consulting psychologist at the Headington Institute supporting humanitarian aid workers, and has worked in university and college counseling centers in CA. She holds a PsyD from Alliant International University and a BA in Psychology and Social Behavior from UC Irvine.https://drjennifertyoung.com/https://www.kin-nection.org/**2:00 she knew at nine — the first inner calling4:00 the high school hotline6:00 becoming a psychologist as a woman of color16:00 when your immigrant parents think you're crazy25:00 advice for young people of color in the field27:00 finding your voice as an Asian American clinician35:00 what are your roots, really?44:00 the path to working with refugees internationally49:00 why refugee mental health matters now53:00 founding Kin-nection57:00 what Kin-nection is and how it works1:00:00 why human compassion will outlast AI1:06:00 the inner calling that wouldn't leave1:12:00 intergenerational trauma and ancestry1:17:00 what an inner calling really feels like1:24:00 Asian American women and leadership1:31:00 advice if you feel an inner calling1:39:00 100 years from now — what do we hold onto?***CONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIAPodcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr. Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is a conversation that honors the human spirit and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA?Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. Fun fact: You're one of my greatest inspirations. I made this podcast so you would know you're not alone.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected]: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could AI be conscious? What exactly is consciousness in the first place? I ask my teacher Rev. Konrad Ryushin Marchaj for a conversation on AI, consciousness, plant medicine, as well as the nature of oneness. Ryushin draws on 40 years of Buddhist practice and his work with sacred plant medicine to explore ordinary versus extraordinary states of consciousness, why separateness is an illusion, and what this all means about consciousness. We talk about intimacy with reality, and what happens when we simply pay attention to the present moment. Then the conversation takes an unexpected turn when we explore: if everything is made of the same fabric of reality, where does AI fit in?***Rev. Konrad Ryushin Marchaj, is a Zen priest in the tradition of Zen Buddhism, and a dharma heir of the late John Daido Loori, Roshi. Ryushin Sensei was the abbot of Zen Mountain Monastery in the Catskill Mountains of New York. Born in Warsaw, Poland, he immigrated to the United States in 1967. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology from Yale University in 1976, and his medical degree from Albany Medical College in 1980. He worked first as a pediatrician in Portland, Maine, later serving in the US Navy as a physician for three years. He then returned to Albany for postgraduate training in psychiatry. After completing his residency, he served as medical director for a community psychiatric outreach program, the Mobile Crisis Team, which served Albany County’s disenfranchised and homeless population. He entered full-time residential training at the Monastery in 1992. In addition to his roles as the Monastery’s abbot and director of operations, he explored contemplative practices in higher education, collaborating with several liberal arts educators and administrators in the Northeast to look at ways for college students to engage religious practice as part of their education. He has been practicing Buddhism since 1983. Since 2014, he has been rigorously exploring and training in ayahuasca ceremonies in various traditions, guided by several teachers. Drawing on his background as a physician and psychiatrist, Ryushin’s infectious interest and thorough training in the workings of the mind and compassionate expression of unconditional love, combined with his skill at translating complex concepts into the accessible, everyday language, characterize his unique teaching style. Currently, he resides and guides at River Refuge Zen Temple in Roxbury, Connecticut.Contact: Ryushin Marchaj at 845-282-4278 or [email protected]***LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c4***CONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIA Podcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is a conversation that honors the human spirit and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA? Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. ✌🏼💛Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I believe everything is energy and that this is obvious and not woo woo at all. Chinese medicine refers to energy as qi, and it is a fundamental part of understanding life and health. In this episode, I invite Deng Ming-Dao, author and Taoist teacher, to talk about what the heck qi is, why it makes complete sense, what Western medicine is critically missing.***Deng Ming-Dao studied qigong, internal martial arts, and meditation under Taoist master Kwan Saihung for thirteen years. He is the author of 365 Tao, Chronicles of Tao, and Scholar Warrior, among other books translated into fifteen languages. His work explores how ancient Taoist practices, including the cultivation of qi, can be integrated into modern life.***In this episode of innercalling, Dr. Victoria Ranade interviews Deng Ming-Dao, an author and martial artist who has practiced Daoism throughout his life, to explore Qi as breath and universal energy, the mind-body integration in traditional Chinese medicine, the spiritual dimensions of martial arts practice, and how societal structures suppress our natural vitality. They discuss the importance of checking in with one's energy, the decline of intact communities, and living in balance with the Dao by supporting all life.***LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c4***CONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIA Podcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is a conversation that honors the human spirit and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA? Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. Fun fact: You're one of my greatest inspirations. I made this podcast so you would know you're not alone.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] 1069 W Broad StSTE 804Falls Church, VA 22046#drvictoriaranade #innercallingpodcastDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I've been wondering how best to support students, kids, and young adults with AI, so I reached out to one of the most brilliant scientists, leaders, and visionaries I know — Dr. Carl Lejuez, Provost of Stony Brook University. He is a former clinical psychology mentor of mine who had a huge impact on my career and taught me a lot about leadership. Whenever he talks, I listen — so of course I invited him on the show to share his thoughts with us.***Carl W. Lejuez is the provost at Stony Brook University, New York State’s top-ranked public university and a flagship of the State University of New York. As the university’s chief academic officer, he oversees a broad portfolio of schools and colleges; academic services; and research centers and institutes. He is also renowned in the field of Clinical Psychology, with research that focuses on the use of basic laboratory research findings for the development of behavioral interventions to address a wide range of psychological conditions including mood disorders, addictions, and personality disorders for marginalized and underserved populations.***0:00 innercalling: why a provost followed purpose over comfort2:00 Redefining success: happiness vs. value in leadership4:00 Ego and leadership: the hardest thing about stepping up6:00 How a university provost actually uses AI day to day8:00 The one rule for using AI: never first, never last9:00 Using AI for self-reflection and psychological honesty11:00 Is using AI cheating? Where is the line for students?14:00 Why students are afraid of being accused of AI cheating16:00 First-generation college students and the AI gap18:00 Moving from fear to creativity with AI in education20:00 Can AI help you become a better leader?25:00 How to stop AI from being sycophantic26:00 Advice for parents: how to use AI with your kids27:00 AI removes friction, but friction is how we learn30:00 AI limitations: why humans are still more creative32:00 Should parents be worried about AI?35:00 Honest leadership and the power of self-examination36:00 The difference between solving problems and empowering others40:00 The future of AI: what life could look like in 100 years***LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c4***CONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIAPodcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP, that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is an authentic, unhurried conversation that honors nuance, truth, the human spirit, and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA?Hi, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board-certified clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. I'm also a proud neurodivergent first-generation Taiwanese American and Welsh Terrier lover. Rooted in the humanistic tradition of clinical psychology, I created this podcast because I believe in the healing power of organic conversation, and because I want you to know that whatever you may be facing, you're not alone.I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected]: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I've been trying to understand AI on a more in depth, nuanced level, but all I could find were youtube videos predicting AGI and the eventual doom of the human species. I found this awesome book called The AI Con and am excited to host one of the authors, Dr. Emily M. Bender, on the show today. We talk about how language shapes our understanding of AI, the dangers of synthetic text generation, accountability in tech companies, and the importance of human connection. We reflect on how chatbots exploit our natural language processing, the environmental costs of large language models, and how to stay connected with our humanity even with the rise of this new technology. ***Dr. Emily M. Bender is a Professor of Linguistics and an Adjunct Professor in the School of Computer Science and the Information School at the University of Washington. Her research interests include multilingual grammar engineering, computational semantics, and the societal impacts of language technology. She is the co-author of recent influential papers such as Climbing towards NLU: On Meaning, Form, and Understanding in the Age of Data (ACL 2020) and On the Dangers of Stochastic Parrots: Can Language Models Be Too Big? 🦜(FAcct 2021) and the book (with sociologist Dr. Alex Hanna), The AI Con: How to Fight Big Tech's Hype and Create the Future We Want.In her public scholarship, Bender brings linguistic insights to lay audiences to cut through the hype about "AI" and facilitate understanding of the actual functionality of the systems being sold under that name. In 2022 she was elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and in September 2023 she was included in the first-ever TIME100AI list.https://faculty.washington.edu/ebender/bsky: @emilymbender.bsky.socialfedi: @[email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ebender/***SHOW LINKSLook behind the curtain: Don’t be dazzled by claims of ‘artificial intelligence’. Emily M. Bender. The Seattle Times May 11, 2022.The Myth of AGI, Alex Hanna and Emily M. Bender, Tech Policy Press, June 3, 2025.https://faculty.washington.edu/ebender/stochasticparrots/Moral crumple zones: https://estsjournal.org/index.php/ests/article/view/260***LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c4***CONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIAPodcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is a conversation that honors nuance, truth, the human spirit and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA?Hi, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board-certified clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. I'm also a proud neurodivergent first-generation Taiwanese American and Welsh Terrier lover. Rooted in the humanistic tradition of clinical psychology, I created this podcast because I believe in the healing power of organic conversation, and because I want you to know that whatever you may be facing, you're not alone.I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected]: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Nancy Wadsworth is a Professor Emerita of Political Science at the University of Denver whose work sits at the intersection of culture, politics, race, religion, and social movements. She's the author of Ambivalent Miracles: Evangelicals and the Politics of Racial Healing and has written for The Washington Post, Vox, and The Denver Post. With a PhD from the New School for Social Research, Nancy brings both deep scholarship and a commitment to combining academic rigor with public discourse — exploring power, identity, and how ordinary people create change. https://nancywadsworth.com/***Today on innercalling, Drs. Victoria and Nancy Wadsworth break down the difference between grounded power and toxic power. Nancy reflects on how power feels different in the body, why confirmation bias can work for or against us depending on our beliefs, the courage required to follow intuition over external approval, and what leaders like Desmond Tutu and Michelle Obama teach us about holding power with dignity.***LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c4***CONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIA Podcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is a conversation that honors the human spirit and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA? Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. I'm also a neurodivergent woman, proud first generation Taiwanese-American, and lover of Welsh Terriers. Fun fact: I don't know you but I love you. I made this podcast so you would know you're not alone.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] 1069 W Broad StSTE 804Falls Church, VA 22046#drvictoriaranade #innercallingpodcastDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the second episode in our series on Reclaiming Power. In this one, Nancy and I dig into the Epstein files, elite networks, and what we can actually do when the systems meant to protect us fail. I hope it's helpful to you!Content warning: This episode discusses sexual assault, the Epstein case, trafficking, and the psychological dynamics of destructive power. Listener discretion is advised***Dr. Nancy Wadsworth is a Professor Emerita of Political Science at the University of Denver whose work sits at the intersection of culture, politics, race, religion, and social movements. She's the author of *Ambivalent Miracles: Evangelicals and the Politics of Racial Healing* and has written for The Washington Post, Vox, and The Denver Post. With a PhD from the New School for Social Research, Nancy brings both deep scholarship and a commitment to combining academic rigor with public discourse — exploring power, identity, and how ordinary people create change. https://nancywadsworth.com/***LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c400:00 — Introduction: powerlessness and what's happening in the world00:04 — Destructive power vs. grounded power00:05 — Epstein files: elite networks and unaccountable power00:10 — Agency: power as capacity to influence outcomes00:14 — Epstein: how power moves through elite circles00:20 — Why did Epstein's abuse get so extreme before exposure?00:25 — Epstein's rise: charisma, charm, lies, failing up00:30 — Epstein's emails: arrogance, dehumanization, blasé cruelty00:37 — Collusion of power: NDAs, secrecy, destructive power over bodies00:41 — Sex as instrument of power: rape culture, patriarchy00:48 — Wounded power: soul wounds beneath destructive leaders00:55 — Narcissism and power: which comes first?00:58 — Leadership: moral compass, true north, grounded power01:00 — Wise Mind: inner wisdom, Dialectical Behavior Therapy01:05 — Using your platform: therapists, activists, local agency01:11 — Cracks in power: resistance, Jenga metaphor01:14 — Paradigm shift: empire falling as opportunity for renewal01:21 — Mass movements: protest, pressure on institutions01:41 — History: slavery, Jim Crow, women's rights01:46 — Advice for young people01:54 — Preview of Part 3: grounded powerCONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIAPodcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHAT IS INNERCALLING?innercalling is a podcast hosted by Dr. Victoria Ranade, PhD, MBA, ABPP that brings together leaders, scientists, clinicians, authors, artists, and everyday people to explore what it means to stay grounded in inner wisdom, creativity, purpose, and our shared humanity during rapidly changing times. Inspired by the tradition of clinical psychology, each episode is a conversation that honors the human spirit and the extraordinary capacity for growth and resilience that lives within each of us.WHO IS DR. VICTORIA?Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. I'm also a neurodivergent woman, proud first generation Taiwanese-American, and lover of Welsh Terriers. Fun fact: I don't know you but I love you. I made this podcast so you would know you're not alone.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] W Broad StSTE 804Falls Church, VA 22046#drvictoriaranade #innercallingpodcastDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Victoria Ranade and creative producers Carlisle and Western wrap up the innercalling Book Club with the final chapters of Kristen Kish's memoir, Accidentally on Purpose. In this closing conversation,we reflect on Kristen's remarkable full-circle journey from a teenager who felt she didn't belong, to a celebrated chef, Top Chef host, and woman fully at home in herself and her life. We explore what it means to surrender control without losing agency, how trusting your inner truth opens doors you never planned for, and why authentic community becomes the foundation for everything. We also touch on representation, identity, and queer visibility.[00:00] — Welcome & intro to the final Book Club episode[00:45] — First reactions: the ending as a "happily ever after" wrap-up[02:00] — Full circle: from needing control to trusting flow[03:45] — The closing passage: "we intend for the unintended"[05:00] — Wanting something vs. needing it — and the faith that comes from community[06:00] — Taoism, flow states, and life beyond your original goals[07:00] — The trip to Korea: letting go of the planned narrative[08:30] — Meeting Bianca and the friends-to-lovers arc[09:30] — Arlo Gray, synchronicity, and the plate called "Arlo"[11:00] — How Kristen became the host of Top Chef (Western's favorite part)[12:00] — Most relatable moments: middle school, hiding, finding yourself (Carlisle's pick)[13:00] — COVID, the restaurant industry, and what was left on the page[14:30] — Who should read this book?[16:00] — Representation matters: seeing yourself makes the possible feel real[17:00] — The audiobook moment: Kristen crying on her wedding morning[18:00] — Hot takes on the ending — appetizer, main course, dessert[20:00] — What we're carrying with us: focus, saying yes, and finding your place[22:30] — Closing thoughts + call for next Book Club suggestionsCONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIAPodcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHO IS DR. VICTORIA?Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. I'm also a neurodivergent woman, proud first generation Taiwanese-American, and lover of Welsh Terriers. I don't know you but I love you. I made this podcast so you would know you're not alone.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] W Broad StSTE 804Falls Church, VA 22046Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I've been trying to process everything going on in the world these days by studying history, watching documentaries, talking with friends and family, patients and people in the community. Based on all of this, it seems that many of us are wondering: what's going on, and how the did we get here??! That's why I invited my good friend Dr. Nancy Wadsworth to the show. She is a Professor Emerita of Political Science at the University of Denver. She has been studying power for the last 30 years. I asked her to help us understand what is going on in the world from the perspective of power. Why is it that we feel so disempowered, and how can we get our power back? Why does power corrupt? This is our series on Reclaiming Power, and this is the first episode. I hope it's helpful to you!***Dr. Nancy Wadsworth is a Professor Emerita of Political Science at the University of Denver whose work sits at the intersection of culture, politics, race, religion, and social movements. She's the author of *Ambivalent Miracles: Evangelicals and the Politics of Racial Healing* and has written for The Washington Post, Vox, and The Denver Post. With a PhD from the New School for Social Research, Nancy brings both deep scholarship and a commitment to combining academic rigor with public discourse — exploring power, identity, and how ordinary people create change. https://nancywadsworth.com/***LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling/id1809177408Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=ad3d2dbeceab49c400:00 — why none of us feel okay right now01:00 —Nancy left a 24-year career to follow her inner calling03:00 — the week everything fell apart at once04:00 — what's really broken about higher education07:00 — does Nancy regret leaving? her honest answer09:00 — what a political scientist learned by turning toward the heart10:00 — why so many of us feel helpless and don't know where to start14:00 — what actually is power? (it's not what you think)15:00 — power vs. agency — the difference that changes everything18:00 — power over, power with, power within — which one are you missing?24:00 — what justifies power? (and who decides)28:00 — what actually puts the brakes on power?31:00 — how democracies are supposed to keep power in check46:00 — Greenland, Venezuela, and what's really going on47:00 — why does the hunger for power never stop?51:00 — is the will to dominate just human nature?54:00 — why authoritarianism is rising all over the world right now59:00 — is democracy actually in crisis?1:01:00 — what can one person actually do about any of this?1:03:00 — what is a general strike and could it work?1:04:00 — the most powerful thing you can do right now1:15:00 — it only takes 3.5% of people to change everything1:17:00 — what comes next in the power seriesCONNECT WITH DR. VICTORIAPodcast Website: www.innercalling.orgDr .Victoria: www.victoriaranade.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeHope+Wellness, boutique mental health care that's kind, compassionate, and evidence-based. A place where you are genuinely seen & understood. Founded by Dr. Victoria: https://www.hope-wellness.com* * * *WHO IS DR. VICTORIA?Hi there, I'm Dr. Victoria Ranade. I'm a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, writer, and podcaster deeply passionate about mental health, spirituality, integrative wellness, and honoring the light inside you — the one that no darkness can ever overcome. I'm also a neurodivergent woman, proud first generation Taiwanese-American, and lover of Welsh Terriers. I don't know you but I love you. I made this podcast so you would know you're not alone.✌🏼💛I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU. SEND ME ANY MAIL OR QUESTIONS HERE:[email protected] W Broad StSTE 804Falls Church, VA 22046Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm turning 40 this year and it's gotten me thinking about death and existence. I've always struggled with knowing that I'd die one day. That's why I've decided to lean into learning more about death to understand what it might have to teach us about life. My guest today is Deborah Pascuzzi, who serves as an End of Life Companion and Complementary Alternative Medicine Certified Practitioner. We talk about: Death & dying:What it's actually like to be present at the moment of deathFeeling a loved one's presence after they passSigns and communication from those who have diedHow death has been medicalized and taken out of our handsEnd of life wisdom:What people regret at the end of their livesHow the dying teach us to live differentlyThe difference between quantity and quality of lifeReclaiming agency over your own deathSpirituality & presence:The soul and what happens after deathSynchronicities and what they meanEnergy, essence, and how we sense othersBeing fully present vs. living in your headPersonal journeys:How Deborah's mother's death called her into this workLeaving corporate life to follow an inner callingHer husband's death and turning an ICU into a sacred spacePractical & psychological:Why we avoid talking about death as a cultureHow facing mortality can reduce anxiety about livingWhat end of life doulas actually doThe fear underneath our relationship with death**Deborah Pascuzzi serves as an End of Life Companion and Complementary Alternative Medicine Certified Practitioner. She is skilled at building partnerships with clients to enable profound self healing and transformation. She helps clients establish balance and wholeness through the use of the energy based therapy of Healing Touch and Qigong. Deborah moved to Green Valley Arizona in 2021 and enjoys sharing her expertise and wisdom as an End of Life Companion.***EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS00:00 – Introduction: turning 40 scream joy , mortality, and why we avoid talking about death02:05 – Meeting Deborah: what an end-of-life companion really does04:30 – Deborah’s first experience with death: her mother’s passing07:20 – Presence after death: sensing essence beyond the body10:15 – Signs, feathers, and ongoing connection with loved ones13:40 – Why death makes us uncomfortable as a culture16:10 – Death as a teacher: emotions, presence, and meaning19:05 – Storytelling at the end of life: legacy and being heard22:45 – Harvesting wisdom, confession, and emotional release26:30 – Curiosity and awe: unconditional love without judgment29:15 – Companioning the dying: surrender, planning, and letting go33:40 – Graceful vs. difficult deaths: regret, resistance, and peace38:10 – “Don’t wait”: what dying people teach us about living41:55 – Legacy work and ethical wills: preserving soul stories46:20 – Grief, widowhood, and walking the path together50:05 – Rituals, celebration of life, and honoring the dead53:40 – Miracles, synchronicity, and being in flow56:40 – Listening to your inner calling and becoming a companion59:30 – Closing reflections: awe, presence, and walking each other home ***RESOURCES MENTIONED:The Art of Dying Well: A Practical Guide to a Good End of Life by Katie ButlerThe Five Invitations by Frank OstaseskiThe Tibetian Book of Living and Dying by Sogyal RinpochePODCAST LINKS:✨ Podcast Website: https://www.innercalling.org/✨ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling-with-dr-victoria/id1809177408✨ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=41beac3235054354✨ Podcast Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_zIrjdevY1Q91PX5woaNtjTDvell1ZJ8&si=lvYtBD2PHmF3bVAXSOCIAL LINKS:✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranade✨ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vchranadeWORK WITH DR. VICTORIA + HOPE+WELLNESS✨ Therapy & Psychological Testing at Hope+Wellness: Kind, Compassionate, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care👉 https://www.hope-wellness.comDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Um, I have the biggest mother wound ever and I know many other women do too. When you have a mother wound, it affects you deeply. Thats why I invited my friend and teacher, Nicole Casteel, for some girl talk about healing our mother wounds and the crazy, spiral journey it so often involves. Fun times... !***Nicole Casteel is a classically trained vocalist, transformational guide, and medicine musician. With a Master's in Opera Performance from Texas Tech University, Nicole spent years in classical voice before a profound awakening set her on a different path. Struggling with anxiety, depression, and disconnection, she began a decade-long journey into the healing arts—studying breathwork, sound healing, shamanic practice, and ceremonial traditions with teachers from around the world. She now helps women reconnect with their bodies, intuition, and inner knowing through sound ceremonies, breathwork, and one-on-one healing sessions. https://www.nicolecasteel.com/***Episode Highlights03:00 – Classical opera training & losing the joy of music04:00 – Singing to her father through his death transition08:00 – Saturn return, depression & disconnection from self12:00 – First ayahuasca ceremony & the call to sound healing13:00 – Healing as a spiral path, not a straight line15:00 – What ayahuasca teaches: ancestral healing & the mother wound21:00 – Receiving songs from ancestors & the gift of sound medicine25:00 – Song from the land: "Heartbeat of the Mother"28:00 – Reconnecting with the earth & animism32:00 – Self-trust, intuition & how we get disconnected37:00 – The power of listening & healing the mother wound40:00 – Finding your inner voice & knowing when it's truth45:00 – Pregnancy, intuition & the divine feminine awakening47:00 – Embodiment: learning to feel your feelings50:00 – Breathing into the pelvic floor & Tami Lynn Kent's work53:00 – Healing from trauma & reclaiming your power55:00 – Integrating the victim archetype57:00 – The role of ritual & ceremony in healing1:02:00 – The power of prayer & calling things forth1:07:00 – How to start connecting with your spirituality1:10:00 – Following an inner calling: Nicole's story of moving home1:14:00 – Closing: walking your medicine pathPODCAST LINKS:✨ Podcast Website: https://www.innercalling.org/✨ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling-with-dr-victoria/id1809177408✨ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=41beac3235054354✨ Podcast Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_zIrjdevY1Q91PX5woaNtjTDvell1ZJ8&si=lvYtBD2PHmF3bVAXSOCIAL LINKS:✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranade✨ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vchranadeWORK WITH DR. VICTORIA + HOPE+WELLNESS✨ Therapy & Psychological Testing at Hope+Wellness: Kind, Compassionate, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care👉 https://www.hope-wellness.comDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can generative Artifical Intelligence actulally understand your problems, or is it just mimicking a connection? What are the ethical risks of using AI? Will AI one day replace your therapist? In this episode, Dr. Victoria Ranade and Dr. Colleen Byrne talk openly about AI to help explore this emerging technology and how people can use it thoughtfully and intentionally for mental health needs—without giving away your agency, or connection to your own self trust and inner voice. About our GuestDr. Colleen Byrne is a Clinical Professor at the University of Maryland, College Park, where she serves as the Director of the Psychology Clinic. Since 2005, Dr. Byrne has served continuously on the Executive Committee for the Association of Psychology Training Clinics (APTC) including a term as President.  Dr. Byrne has been active member of the Maryland Psychological Association, serving 3 terms on the Continuing Education Committee and 3 terms on the Ethics Committee with one term as Chair. Currently she holds professional services roles as Chair of the Council of Chairs of Training Councils (CCTC, 2025-2027) and Chair-Elect of the National Register of Health Service Psychologists (NRHSP, 2023-2027). She holds active licenses in Virginia and Maryland as well as an inter-jurisdictional license through PSYPACT. About the episode:In this episode, Dr. Victoria Ranade and Dr. Colleen Byrne—two clinical psychologists—talk candidly about AI and mental health, balancing real-world excitement with ethical considerations. Drawing on Dr. Byrne’s expertise in ethics, they explore what it means to use AI responsibly in clinical and everyday life: transparency and consent, the risks of “over-validation” and hallucinated certainty, and the growing question of accountability when technology influences mental health of vulnerable people. They also discuss how AI can shape identity and relationships (especially for adolescents), why human presence still matters in therapy, and what these tools can and can’t replace. They also discuss how to protect inner trust in a world that’s changing fast.“It starts to feel like this AI kind of sees you – but not in the way another human can.” - Dr. Victoria“If you're feeling anxious until you check with AI—that's a red flag.” - Dr. Byrne“Intuition isn't always right—but it's still a form of intelligence.” - Dr. Bryne Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction: AI enthusiasm meets ethical concern01:42 – Practical uses of AI in clinical and personal workflows04:00 – Entering the world of ethics: real-life dilemmas and learning06:47 – Transparency, consent, and APA’s early AI guidance09:38 – The sycophantic AI: validation, delusion, and self-trust13:00 – Emotional bonds with AI and the risk of human replacement17:35 – Adolescents, identity, and the impact of algorithms21:30 – Comparing AI tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Bastion, Perplexity25:50 – Human presence in therapy: what AI can’t replicate30:06 – Sentience, consciousness, and what makes us human36:48 – Parenting, protection, and ethical development of AI43:50 – Final reflections: hope, responsibility, and inner trust PODCAST LINKS:✨ Podcast Website: https://www.innercalling.org/✨ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling-with-dr-victoria/id1809177408✨ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=41beac3235054354✨ Podcast Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_zIrjdevY1Q91PX5woaNtjTDvell1ZJ8&si=lvYtBD2PHmF3bVAXSOCIAL LINKS:✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranade✨ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vchranadeWORK WITH DR. VICTORIA + HOPE+WELLNESS✨ Therapy & Psychological Testing at Hope+Wellness: Kind, Compassionate, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care👉 https://www.hope-wellness.com Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Justin Jun Lee is a New York City-based photographer whose work spans editorial fashion, fine art weddings, and portraiture. His photography has been featured in Vogue, LA Times, New York Times, New York Times Bride, and more. He brings a minimalist style and emotional depth to each unique event he captures. His approach as a photographer is to not only create images that feel honest and interesting, but to document a story.https://www.justinjunlee.com/https://www.instagram.com/justinjunlee/https://www.justinleeweddings.com/About the episode:In this episode of innercalling, Dr. Victoria Ranade talks with photographer Justin Jun Lee about learning to trust your inner voice as an artist in a fast paced world full of distractions and algorithms. Justin also reflects on growing up Asian American, navigating family and cultural expectations, and how he built confidence in his creative voice over time. He shares how intuition, personal projects, and tuning out digital distraction helped him stay true to himself—and how the importance of knowing who you are matters more than following trends. Tune in to learn when you really know to trust an innercalling to follow your dream and the difference it can make when you take the leap :)Quotes:“I think it was always great that there was this voice that was always there being like, ‘Justin, I think you can do this.’” — Justin Jun Lee“Growing up, honestly, I really didn't see that many Asian Americans on covers of magazines. And I think now as a photographer, I just wanna see more of my people represented. 'cause it's, it was so rare for me growing up to see anyone that looked like me.” — Justin Jun Lee“That's the thing about intuition is like when you hear it, listen to it and then follow it, then it gets stronger. 'cause you see where it goes and you begin to trust it more. It's like this trust relationship. It's a faith relationship.” - Dr. Victoria“To be a true artist is to have a voice and to believe in your art, even when no one else does.” - Dr. VictoriaEpisode Highlights00:00 – Introduction and Justin’s artistic journey01:52 – Discovering art and photography in childhood03:41 – Got Milk ads, faces, and falling in love with portraiture05:14 – Academic pressure, shame, and finding safety in art08:41 – Favorite artists and creative influences10:16 – Building confidence through personal projects11:56 – Portraits, trust, and capturing someone’s essence13:36 – Celebrity shoots and creating connection quickly15:21 – Fear, money, and choosing photography anyway17:04 – Listening to teachers, friends, and inner calling20:05 – Asian American identity and lack of representation23:57 – Photographing community and creating change26:11 – Embracing voice and vision through personal work28:56 – Advice for young artists: notebooks, intuition, and courage31:08 – Advice for parents of creative children34:45 – Authenticity, honesty, and resisting the algorithm45:09 – The story of neighbors John and Suzie50:42 – Photographing his father during the pandemic54:00 – Squid Game editorial, pressure, and preparation57:56 – Closing reflections on intuition, faith, and self-trust**PODCAST LINKS:✨ Podcast Website: https://www.innercalling.org/✨ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling-with-dr-victoria/id1809177408✨ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=41beac3235054354✨ Podcast Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_zIrjdevY1Q91PX5woaNtjTDvell1ZJ8&si=lvYtBD2PHmF3bVAXSOCIAL LINKS:✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranade✨ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vchranadeWORK WITH DR. VICTORIA + HOPE+WELLNESS✨ Therapy & Psychological Testing at Hope+Wellness: Kind, Compassionate, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care👉 https://www.hope-wellness.comDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cat Bushera is a personal stylist and founder of Style by Cat. As a stylist, she partners with you to curate a wardrobe and personal style that matches your needs and personality perfectly. Cat has over 10 years of experience working in the fashion industry, from retail management to consulting to working behind the scenes at fashion events! Cat serves clients in the Washington DC metropolitan region, including Maryland and Northern Virginia, and also serves clients virtually across the country. Learn more about Cat at her website here: https://stylebycat.com***In this episode, Dr. Victoria and personal stylist Cat explore how clothing can be a powerful doorway back to authenticity—an invitation to embody yourself rather than perform. Together, they talk about body image, confidence, and how dressing in alignment with who you are can support greater ease, self-trust, and a deeper sense of presence in your body.They also speak candidly about the harder parts: accepting your body, navigating body image struggles, and the ways style can intersect with eating disorder recovery, motherhood, and postpartum changes.Cat also brings in her experience as a leader and entrepreneur, sharing how pursuing a career in fashion required trusting her inner knowing—and how that trust ultimately paid off, even when it didn’t make sense by society’s standards at the time.**“I’m actually shocked at how empowering it is to show up as yourself in clothes that you feel like reflect who you are.” — Dr. Victoria Ranade“What is trending is your personal style. Not what Instagram is telling you to wear, not what everyone else is doing – what works for you.” — Cat Bushera **Timestamps00:00 – Feeling empowered by clothing and embodiment02:00 – Introduction to Cat and the question of authentic style07:30 – Growing up in Paris and discovering fashion13:00 – Body image, belonging, and early identity20:00 – Trusting an inner calling when it doesn’t make sense28:30 – Leadership, retail, and redefining success36:30 – Getting fired and facing shame44:30 – Starting a business during COVID and motherhood52:00 – How Cat identifies personal style01:01:00 – Body image, postpartum changes, and confidence01:10:00 – Eating disorder recovery and healing process01:20:00 – Raising daughters and body-positive messaging01:29:00 – Unlearning expectations placed on women01:37:00 – Inner calling, intuition, and “cleaning up your own backyard”01:44:00 – Closing reflections**PODCAST LINKS:✨ Podcast Website: https://www.innercalling.org/✨ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innercalling-with-dr-victoria/id1809177408✨ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K2khwqNKgs90Hs8vrQenZ?si=41beac3235054354✨ Podcast Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_zIrjdevY1Q91PX5woaNtjTDvell1ZJ8&si=lvYtBD2PHmF3bVAXSOCIAL LINKS: ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranade✨ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vchranadeWORK WITH DR. VICTORIA + HOPE+WELLNESS✨ Therapy & Psychological Testing at Hope+Wellness: Kind, Compassionate, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care👉 https://www.hope-wellness.comDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What was it like to be gay when no one talked about it? How did you come to know who you were when no one around you even acknowledged it was possible?These are the questions I asked my guest today, Wayde Louviere — a respected queer elder and longtime pillar of the West Hollywood community who grew up gay in the Catholic Deep South in the 1950s and 60s, at a time when there was no language, no representation, and no safe way to be who he was. Wayde and I talk about:Identity & coming out:Growing up gay in the Catholic Deep South in the 1950s and 60sHaving no language or concept for being gay as a young personDating women and getting engaged while suppressing his true identityThe moment he finally admitted to himself he was gayWhat it felt like to come out in an era when it wasn't safeThe AIDS crisis:Living through the AIDS epidemic as a gay manLosing friends and community members to the virusThe drug AZT and how it affected peopleSurviving an era that decimated the gay communitySpirituality & energy:How he protects his energy fieldWorking with crystals and selenitePalo santo cleansing and spiritual practicesNot believing in hell and what he thinks happens after deathIdentity & labels:Whether labels help or limit usWhy he thinks validation has to come from withinThe difference between inner knowing and needing external affirmationPronouns and identity in today's cultureWisdom & resilience:What 71 years of living teaches youFinding ease and peace after a lifetime of hidingHow openness has led him to richer experiencesProtecting your peace and who you let into your field***“I just knew. Listening to my intuition saved my life.” — Wayde“You don’t need the world to affirm who you are if you already know it inside yourself.” — Wayde***Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction07:45 – Growing Up Gay in the South14:30 – Suppression, Silence, and Survival22:10 – Discovering Community and Belonging36:00 – Trusting Intuition43:20 – Spirituality vs. Religion52:40 – The AIDS Epidemic and Loss01:07:00 – Energy, Healing, and Reiki01:20:30 – Labels, Identity, and Discernment01:29:00 – Advice for Younger Generations01:31:00 – Closing Reflections***✨ Learn more + stay connected: https://www.innercalling.org/✨ Looking for kind, compassionate, evidence-based mental health care? Check out Hope+Wellness, a mental health practice founded by Dr. Victoria, where hope can be found even in the most difficult seasons of life. https://www.hope-wellness.com✨ Instagram: @‌drvictoriaranadeDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“AI does not understand you, care about you, or know what it means to be human.” – Dr. Julie Carpenter“What worries me is how easily we stop trusting ourselves.” – Dr. Victoria RanadeIs Artificial Intelligence really helping us or is it actually reshaping our minds, relationships, and humanity? Can a technology that feels supportive, validating, and “human” actually be undermining our self-trust, autonomy, and mental health? In this episode, Dr. Victoria Ranade and Dr. Julie Carpenter explore the psychological, emotional, and ethical impact of generative AI. Together, they unpack why AI feels so compelling, how it is intentionally designed to engage and retain us, and what happens to humans when we outsource our thinking, emotional processing, and decision-making to AI. This conversation looks under the hype and examines the development of AI through the lenses of mental health, attachment, surveillance, education, power, and what it means to remain human in an increasingly automated world. Dr. Carpenter explains why AI should not be used as therapy, why children are especially vulnerable to overreliance on these systems, and how confirmation bias, emotional manipulation, and surveillance are built into the technology itself.About Our Guest:Dr. Julie Carpenter is a social scientist and user experience researcher who studies how humans form trust, intimacy, and emotional relationships with AI systems. She is the author of The Naked Android: Synthetic Socialness and the Human Gaze and an external research fellow with the Ethics and Emerging Sciences Group. For over two decades, her work has examined how emerging technologies quietly reorganize culture, relationships, and everyday life. https://www.jgcarpenter.com/In this episode, we will explore:Why AI feels emotionally supportive and why that’s riskyHow AI exploits human attachment, trust, and vulnerabilityWhy AI should not be used for therapy, mental health, or parenting adviceThe illusion of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)How bias and misinformation are baked into AI systemsThe environmental and surveillance costs of generative AIWhat parents, educators, and clinicians should be thinking about right now in regards to AIHow overreliance on AI erodes self-trust and critical thinkingWhat AI can never replicate about being humanTimestamps0:00:00 Introduction: Why AI Feels So Compelling0:02:45 Meet Dr. Julie Carpenter0:05:12 What Is Generative AI—Really?0:08:40 Why AI Sounds So Human0:12:30 Emotional Attachment & AI Companionship0:17:45 AI as a “Funhouse Mirror”0:22:10 Why AI Is Not Neutral0:27:40 Surveillance, Data, and Power0:33:15 AI, Children, and Learning Concerns0:40:20 Why AI Should Never Be Used as Therapy0:47:55 Confirmation Bias and Emotional Manipulation0:55:30 The Myth of Artificial General Intelligence1:03:10 Environmental Costs of AI1:10:45 Reclaiming Human Judgment and Autonomy1:18:20 What AI Can Never Replace1:24:30 Cleaning Up Our Own “Backyard”1:30:10 Final Reflections on Humanity and HopeShow notes DAIR Institute Dr. Julie Carpenter's blog, where she explains the ideas behind AGI and who is chasing this philosophy, "Why AGI Won’t Save the World And Who Wants You To Think It Will"✨ Learn more + stay connected: https://innercalling.org/✨ Looking for kind, compassionate, evidence-based mental health care? Check out Hope+Wellness, founded by Dr. Victoria based in the belief that hope can be found even in the most difficult seasons of life. https://www.hope-wellness.com✨ Instagram: @‌drvictoriaranadeDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi innercallers! In this episode, Dr. Victoria and producers Carlisle and Western return for the third installment of our Book Club series, diving into Chapters 9–12 of Accidentally on Purpose by Kristen Kish, which dives into the heart of Kristen’s Top Chef journey and the personal transformations that followed this victory! Dr. Victoria and Western are self-proclaimed long-standing Top Chef nerds, so they love diving into the lore about Top Chef and all that this experience signified in public figure Kristen Kish turned out to be! Carlisle might be less versed in Top Chef versed, but has been a long-standing fan of food, so she is equally excited to discuss this topic. In this episode, we explore:What Top Chef is really like behind the scenesRepresentation and identity for Asian American and LGBTQ+ communitiesKristen Kish’s coming out journey and family supportToxic workplace culture and knowing when to leaveHow self-trust grows through adversityWhy presence was the key to winningHow following what feels like “home” can guide life decisionsTimestamps0:00:00 Welcome to Book Club (Ch. 9–12)0:01:15 Snacks, Pickles, and Top Chef Behind-the-Scenes0:03:00 The Top Chef Audition & Emeril Lagasse0:05:40 Pressure, Presence, and Cooking with Focus0:09:00 Competing Against Your Best Friend0:12:30 Elimination & Last Chance Kitchen0:15:45 Winning Top Chef and Keeping It Secret0:18:30 Representation and Unexpected Community Support0:22:00 Queerness, Identity, and Coming Out0:26:30 Family Acceptance & First Relationships0:30:15 Life After Winning: Delayed Opportunities0:34:00 Toxic Work Environments & Bullying0:38:30 Walking Away from Status and Power0:42:00 Trusting Yourself Through Uncertainty0:45:30 Presence as the Key to Success0:48:30 Final Reflections & What’s Next in the BookFind Dr. Victoria Ranade here and hereConnect with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonSupport our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.Learn more at innercalling.org‌Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Isabelle Du was my girl crush in high school. I admired how she went after her dreams with everything she had. When we graduated, I dutifully majored in biology and followed the pre-med path my strict Taiwanese father outlined while Isabelle went all out and pursued hers.In Asian culture, following your dreams is often looked down upon. We're told we'll fail, that we won't make money, that it brings shame to the family. So I wanted to know what was Isabelle's journey really like? How did she find trust and confidence in herself when the culture around her said otherwise?Isabelle is now an actress and international model, and I am so proud of her for representing us as Asian Americans in Hollywood and film. Thank you for going out there Isabelle and for your courage!This episode is dedicated to anyone who is struggling with wanting to follow what is in their heart — but is afraid of what their culture, family, or society will think. DO IT! :)We talk about:Identity & representation:What it's like being Asian American in Hollywood and filmThe lack of Asian representation in media growing upBeing a first generation Vietnamese American pursuing an unconventional pathBreaking barriers and representing Asian Americans on screenFollowing your calling:Knowing from a young age she wanted to model and actGoing after her dreams against cultural expectationsWhat it feels like in your body when you're on the right pathTrusting your intuition even when everyone doubts youThe industry:Getting scammed early on as a young modelWhat it's really like to break into HollywoodThe hustle, rejection, and resilience requiredNavigating the film and modeling world as an Asian womanAsian culture & family:The pressure to follow a "safe" pathShame, saving face, and family expectationsWhat it costs to go against your cultureThe hush hush nature of struggle in Asian familiesSpirituality & inner life:How spirituality helped her through hard timesListening to your inner knowingFinding confidence and trust in yourselfLoss & grief:The suicide of a family memberHow grief ripples through an Asian familyHope and what to say to someone who is struggling***Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide and suicide loss. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. You are not alone.***Isabelle Du is a SAG-AFTRA actor, host, and international model working across television, film, and major commercial campaigns. A former Miss Vietnam USA, she has appeared in network and cable series, feature films, and global productions, and continues to advocate for greater Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) representation in Hollywood. https://www.isabelledu.com/***Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction10:52 – Living the Dream13:35 – Choosing Your Own Path16:54 – Reframing Setbacks20:12 – Navigating a Strict Upbringing23:20 – Developing Discernment36:50 – Seeking Guidance Beyond Yourself43:20 – A Life-Saving Moment52:51 – No Carbon Copies01:07:50 – The Kaizen Mindset01:20:40 – Persistence & Perspective01:28:32 – Believing in a Bigger Life01:29:15 – Closing Thoughts**“I think confidence comes from being your own best friend—really knowing yourself, enjoying who you are, and continuing to have that relationship with yourself.”— Isabelle Du“All the answers I had sought were answered by just continuing to live. When you continue to live, you’ll get the answers anyway.” — Isabelle Du***Web: www.drvictoriaranade.comLooking for mental health care? Check out Hope+Wellness at www.hope-wellness.comIG: @drvictoriaranadeConnect with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonIf you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe or write a review. We're an indie podcast so your support means a lot! :)Learn more at innercalling.orgDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professor Dana Bridger and Luis Fabiano join me to talk about how Jiu Jitsu changed their lives—and mine. We explore fear, confidence, healing the nervous system from trauma, the power of community, its importance for women, and the surprising ways this sport teaches you confidence and to trust yourself again to step into your power.0:00:00  Introduction: Jiu-Jitsu's Power to Change Lives0:00:24  Host's Introduction: Background for the Episode0:02:47  Welcome to the show!0:04:15  Misconceptions of Jiu-Jitsu0:05:34  A Jiu-Jitsu Love Story0:08:33  Fabiano's Battle with Depression and Return0:11:54  Jiu-Jitsu Eliminates Trauma-Induced Anxiety0:14:46  The Core Philosophy: Be Comfortable in Uncomfortable Situations0:22:53  What is Control?0:27:18  Finding the "Warrior" Archetype0:33:02  A Lesson in Listening from a Student0:36:11  Women are Fighters, too!0:44:03  The Even Playing Field of the Kimono0:47:21  The Importance of "Mat Chats"0:52:10  Aggression as Human Nature and Safe Release0:53:59  BJJ's Impact on Children's Confidence1:03:38  The Black Belt Paradox1:10:47  The Price to be a Champion1:14:46  Hard Work vs. Natural Talent1:20:05  Clarity, Listening, and Calmness in Competition1:28:13  How to Achieve Calmness Under Pressure1:29:40  Life Hack: The 10-Second Stop-and-Breathe Rule1:33:06  The Hardest Belt is the White One1:33:40  Jiu Jitsu: A Marathon, Not a Sprint1:39:31  Fabiano's Greatest Challenge: Leaving Home1:41:00  The Emotional Toll of DistanceFind Dr. Victoria Ranade here and hereConnect with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonSupport our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.Learn more at innercalling.org Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi innercallers! In this episode, Dr. Victoria and producers Carlisle, and Western return for the second installment of our Book Club series, diving into Chapters 5–8 of Accidentally on Purpose by Kristen Kish.We explore Kristen’s turbulent "messy middle", that intense period of young adulthood where ambition often outpaces experience. We discuss her rapid rise to executive chef, the ego and intensity that fueled her early career, and the necessary "humbling" that occurred when it all came crashing down.This conversation is all about the power of support systems. We reflect on Kristen’s incredible parents, the life-changing magic of finding a "work bestie," and the unique dynamic of the "Heartbreak Hotel" :).Join us as we break down the journey from trying to "prove yourself" to finding your voice.00:00:00 - Intro: Book Club Round 2 (Chapters 5-8)00:01:00 - Recap: From Culinary School to Executive Chef00:03:30 - Obsessed with Status: The Drive for Upward Mobility00:04:45 - Kitchen Culture: "Screaming Chefs" & Intensity00:07:45 - Why Her First Executive Chef Job Failed00:09:15 - The "Humbling": Substance Use & Moving Home00:10:45 - Moving to Boston & Finding a "Work Bestie"00:13:00 - Mentorship at Stir: A Woman-Led Kitchen00:16:15 - Dating Scott & Learning What Love Is00:18:30 - The 2AM Phone Call: A Story of Parental Support00:21:00 - Living in the "Heartbreak Hotel"00:22:15 - Outro: Looking Ahead to the Top Chef EraFind Dr. Victoria Ranade here and hereConnect with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonSupport our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.Learn more at innercalling.org‌Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

”In my darkest hour, I heard a voice inside me that said, ‘It’s not your time yet. I’m with you. All you have to do is listen to me and follow me.” - Dr. Victoria Ranade"Do all things in love. This is my spiritual practice and what all of us are called to do." - Dr. Victoria RanadeSandra interviews Dr. Victoria in this episode. She talks about what it was like growing up first-generation Asian American in a complicated household, navigating bipolar disorder, and how suffering has shaped the clinician and person she is today. They also explore the intersections of psychology and spirituality, the power of both connection and inner work in healing depression, and what it means to practice love in a world so often overwhelmed by fear.00:00 – Finding Light in Darkness01:25 – Why She Became a Psychotherapist03:36 – Working with Teenagers05:11 – The Power of Listening07:25 – A Voice That Saved Her Life10:11 – Wise Mind & Highest Self13:26 – Do All Things in Love15:44 – Seeing No Strangers16:53 – Fear and Faith20:19 – Life Responds to Love22:19 – The Practice of Stillness24:14 – Spiritual Inclusivity26:26 – A Universal Map to Healing27:21 – Living with Bipolar29:25 – Meeting Depression with Compassionate Presence29:56 – Bipolar as a Teacher30:15 – Surfing the Waves of Bipolar31:00 – Relationship with God as Liberation32:00 – Making Spirituality Your Own33:00 – Expanding Spiritual Inclusivity34:30 – Universal Map to Healing36:00 – Depression as a Constant Visitor37:00 – Compassionate Presence Defined38:00 – Pain as Teacher39:00 – Courage to Keep Surfing39:38 – Closing Reflections on Psychotherapy Today42:00 - Summary and Wrap-upJoin us as we walk each other home:✨ Subscribe for more episodes of the InnerCalling Podcast, where psychology meets mental health and spirituality.✨ Share this episode✨ Learn more about Dr. Victoria Ranade’s psychotherapy and wellness practice at www.hope-wellness.com✨ Visit www.innercalling.org to join the mailing list and download free mental health resources.✨ www.drvictoriaranade.com✨ IG: www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“When we rest into presence, we discover a larger field of loving awareness holding all our fears, anxieties, and pain — our ultimate resource for healing.” - Bennett Crawford, LCSWTherapist and mindfulness teacher Bennett Crawford, LCSW, discusses how loving-kindness and self-compassion can become medicine for self-hate and the inner critic. He discusses how the inner critic often tries to protect us, why meeting it with compassion can transform our relationship with ourselves, and how simple daily practices—like grounding, self-talk, and visualization—can rewire the brain toward healing. A conversation about patience, presence, and remembering the love that’s already within you. https://www.hope-wellness.com/bennett-crawford-lcsw00:00 Understanding Loving Kindness01:39 Introduction02:17 Definition of loving kindness04:00 Loving kindness and self-compassion06:38 When you hate yourself09:50 Origins of the inner critic13:13 Compassion as medicine16:41 Voice dialogue and IFS tools21:57 Navigating Self-Hate and Compassion27:54 The Inner Critic and Its Origins33:57 Practices for Self-Compassion40:48 The Nature of Self-Compassion45:40 Cultivating Love Through Visualization50:43 Understanding and Embracing Our Stories55:49 Reparenting and Healing Through Love01:00:42 The Journey of Being Human and Embracing Vulnerability01:05:47 The Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery01:08:24 Experiencing Unconditional Love01:10:22 Qualities of Secure AttachmentJoin us as we walk each other home:✨ Subscribe for more episodes of the InnerCalling Podcast, where psychology meets mental health and spirituality.✨ Share this episode✨ Learn more about Dr. Victoria Ranade’s psychotherapy and wellness practice at www.hope-wellness.com✨ Visit www.innercalling.org to join the mailing list and download free mental health resources.✨ www.drvictoriaranade.com✨ IG: www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Women entrepreneurs, have the difficult conversation. Speak up. Be the loudest person in the room… Get in there. Just do it.”“When I’m following my inner calling, I find myself in amazing places that I didn’t expect.”In this episode, Dr. Victoria Ranade sits down with entrepreneur and leader Leslie Stirm to explore what it truly means to listen to your intuition and trust your inner wisdom. From a painful childhood to building one of the most successful music stores in the country, Leslie shares how self-trust became her inner compass—guiding her through trauma, healing, and the complexities of leadership.Together, they reflect on the courage it takes to hear your own truth, the quiet power of intuition in business, and how following signs and wonders can unfold into unexpected adventures. This conversation is a reminder that when you learn to listen within, life itself begins to guide you to greater success, joy, and wholeness.**Leslie Stirm is a person who has followed her own guidance her whole life. With unreliable parents, she decided to trust her own wisdom and observations. She studied science and math in college and currently operates one of the most successful music stores in the country. Leslie sees her work with music as the perfect platform to help people accept and express themselves. She listens to the signs and wonders of the world. Leslie relies on her inner guidance to get her where she is today. Find Leslie here: https://www.imc-az.comJoin us as we walk each other home:✨ Subscribe for more episodes of InnerCalling Podcast, where psychology meets mental health and spirituality.✨ Share this episode✨ Learn more about Dr. Victoria Ranade’s psychotherapy and wellness practice at www.hope-wellness.com✨ Visit www.innercalling.org to join the mailing list and download free mental health resources.✨ www.drvictoriaranade.com✨ IG: www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“There was this quiet voice inside me saying, Don’t give up. I used to ignore it. Now I know—that voice saved my life.”— Chris Kovacs, LCSW“Addiction took everything from me. But recovery gave me something I never had before—myself.”— Chris Kovacs, LCSWIn this powerful and deeply personal conversation, therapist Chris Kovacs joins Dr. Victoria Ranade to share how addiction nearly took his life—and how listening to his inner voice helped him find the courage to heal.Chris opens up about the early influences that shaped his path, the pain and loss caused by addiction, and the pivotal moments that led him toward recovery. He reflects on how his lived experiences inform his inner calling as a therapist and offers heartfelt guidance for those currently struggling in the darkness of addiction, as well as insights for family members seeking to support loved ones on their healing journey. He also discussed the gift of desperation and the critical importance of social relationships and community in recovery, and the tension between enabling vs. support. Join us for this inspiring story of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of the inner voice that can lead us not only to survive, but to return to wholeness.**Chris Kovacs, LCSW, LCADC is an award winning licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use. Hes drawn to this work through his professional experiences, as well as the personal adversities he has personally faced. Just like he was able to receive, he believes that everyone deserves the help they need to begin to self-actualize. https://www.hope-wellness.com/chris-kovacs-lcswChapters00:00 Introduction to Chris's Journey03:10 The Early Years of Addiction06:04 The Dark Side of Substance Use08:43 Relationships and Their Impact11:07 The Turning Point: Desperation and Honesty14:00 The Role of Tough Love16:56 Finding Acceptance and Forgiveness19:48 The Path to Becoming a Therapist24:35 Finding Your True Calling25:57 The Struggle of Overcoming Addiction28:33 The Role of Community in Recovery28:40 The Journey of Becoming a Therapist39:23 Support vs. Enabling in Addiction Recovery42:52 Navigating the Pain of Addiction43:33 A Message by Hope and Wellness47:01 Setting Boundaries with Loved Ones48:34 The Importance of Relatability in Recovery50:09 Exploring the Role of AA and NA52:41 Finding Quality Treatment for Addiction55:41 The Necessity of a Full Continuum of Care56:33 Understanding Stigma and Sharing Stories58:10 The Journey of Rebuilding Relationships59:07 Spirituality and Higher Power in Recovery01:02:52 Encouragement for Those Struggling01:06:16 Advice for Therapists Working with Teens01:08:18 Confrontational Approaches in Therapy01:11:34 The Future of Psychedelics in Treatment01:13:45 Listening to Your Inner Calling and Conclusion01:16:42 The Gift of Desperation and Pain as a Teacher01:19:27 The Power of Community in Healing01:20:52 Support vs. Enabling: Setting Boundaries✨ Subscribe for more heartfelt, old-fashioned conversations about mental health, spirituality, authentic leadership, self-trust, and how people make their way through this difficult yet beautiful thing called life.✨ Share this episode with someone who might find it helpful.✨ Learn more about Dr. Victoria Ranade’s psychotherapy and wellness practice: www.hope-wellness.com✨ Visit www.innercalling.org to get emails connecting you with others who believe in the power of the human spirit ✨ IG: www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pastor Carl Park of Great Commission Community Church joins Dr. Victoria Ranade for a heartfelt conversation about the countercultural love of Jesus — a love rooted in humility, faith, and radical acceptance. Together they explore what it means to live with compassion, courage, and inner freedom in today’s world. Thank you for being here!Chapters00:00 Finding Light in Darkness03:00 The Counter-Cultural Love of Jesus06:08 The Power of Being Seen08:54 Understanding God's Nature12:01 The Journey of Faith15:10 Hearing God's Voice17:45 The Call to Ministry21:00 The Role of Community24:01 Authenticity and Humility27:04 Spirituality and Mental Health30:00 The Intersection of Science and Faith32:54 Living Authentically36:08 The Importance of Community39:06 Finding a Church42:12 The Healing Power of Scripture44:56 The Role of Love and Acceptance47:56 The Tree of Life51:07 Exploring Spirituality54:07 The Burden of Anxiety and Depression56:54 The Invitation to Rest01:00:08 Closing Thoughts01:03:45 Summary and ReflectionJoin us as we walk each other home:✨ Subscribe for more episodes of InnerCalling Podcast, where psychology meets mental health and spirituality. ✨ Share this episode✨ Learn more about Dr. Victoria Ranade’s psychotherapy and wellness practice at www.hope-wellness.com✨ Visit www.innercalling.org to join the mailing list and download free mental health resources.✨ www.drvictoriaranade.com✨ IG: www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranadeDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Inner Calling Book Club!!!!!We’re excited to kick off our book club with Accidentally On Purpose by Kristin Kish, which is a memoir that’s as much about self-discovery as it is about food. Read along with us: join Inner Calling Creative Producers Carlisle and Western, and me, as we share our thoughts on Chapters 1 through 4.Kish is known for her brilliance in the culinary world and her genius on Top Chef. She invites readers into the raw, unpolished parts of her life including her adoption from South Korea, her struggles with belonging, her journey as a gay woman in a high-pressure male-dominated field, and her journey in learning to trust herself.In these opening chapters, we dive into themes of identity, adoption, and belonging, reflecting on Kish's childhood and her experiences growing up queer in the 80s and 90s.Her memoir sparked conversations on the significance of food as a connector to our childhood memories and emotions, and the importance of supportive relationships. We also reflect on how early experiences of disconnection and identity confusion can transform into the very soil that grows authenticity and artistry.This conversation was really fun! Get some coffee, put on your sweats and join us. LETS READ THIS BOOK TOGETHER!!!Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Book Club and Kristin Kish01:25 Exploring Kristin Kish's Background and Early Life04:12 Childhood Reflections and Themes of Identity11:02 Adoption and Its Impact on Identity13:05 Navigating Queer Identity in the 80s and 90s18:01 Finding Passion and Purpose in Cooking23:10 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance29:02 Anticipating the Next Chapters and ThemesFind Dr. Victoria Ranade here and hereConnect with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonSupport our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.Check out our free resource library at innercalling.org with handouts and workbooks with evidence-based practices to support your mind, body, and spirit. Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever thought of love as a form of energy or a frequency? In this episode, I sit down with communication expert Sandra Morse to explore the transformative power of love, as well as its profound connection to language. We talk about what it means to move from a closed system of fear and defensiveness into an open system of receptivity, forgiveness, and connection. Sandra shares how love can be practiced in everyday life — in our words, our relationships, and our communities — and how trusting our inner callings can help us align with life’s flow. This episode with Sandra invites you to embrace love not just as a feeling but as a daily practice.Find Dr. Victoria Ranade here and hereConnect with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonSupport our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.Check out our free resource library at innercalling.org with handouts and workbooks with evidence-based practices to support your mind, body, and spirit.00:00 The Essence of Love and Communication - Opening02:46 Language as a Tool for Love06:00 The Impact of Personal History on Love08:57 Love as a Frequency12:07 Receptivity and Openness in Love14:56 Building Community Through Love18:06 The Role of Dance in Connection20:59 Navigating Conflict with Love24:05 Forgiveness and Self-Compassion26:53 The Power of Inner Callings29:49 Creating Safe Spaces for Love32:58 Love in the Workplace36:00 The Importance of Community38:59 Trusting Your Inner Voice42:06 The Magnificence of Human Connection45:06 Expressing Needs in Relationships47:55 The Journey of Self-Discovery Through Love50:56 The Call to Action: Love in Practice53:59 Conclusion: Embracing Love as a Way of LifeDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Inner Calling, Dr. Nancy Wadsworth joins me for a candid conversation about the state of our democracy, the dangers of polarization, and the power of resilience. We explore how stories can unite or divide us, why conflict competence is essential for families and communities, and what it would take to address the deeper structural flaws in our political system. We also discuss losing hope in America as a country but not in humanity itself, and where Dr. Wadsworth sees real transformation beginning: in individuals who learn to take responsibility for their own aliveness.Thank you for listening! Find Dr. Victoria Ranade hereFind Dr. Nancy Wadsworth hereConnect with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonSupport our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.You can find free resources at innercalling.org—handouts and workbooks with evidence-based practices to support your mind, body, and spirit. They’re designed to go along with the episodes and help you take the work a little deeper.Timestamps00:00 - Understanding Power Dynamics - Introduction03:03 - The Story Behind Dr. Wadsworth's interest in Power05:55 - Collective Power and Its Challenges09:11 - The Role of Narratives in Power12:06 - Hegemonic Power and Its Implications15:06 - The Impact of Technology on Power17:47 - Empowering the Next Generation20:55 - Redefining Success and Failure24:03 - The Importance of Self-Perception30:05 - The Importance of Self-Care Over Performance31:50 - Empowerment Through Personal Responsibility32:25 - Generational Patterns of Power and Responsibility34:57 - Navigating Anxiety and Resilience in Young People36:21 - The Role of Labels in Identity and Power39:05 - The Dilemma of Marginalized Identities42:31 - The Impact of Identity on Power Dynamics46:34 - The State's Role in Identity Validation51:07 - Conversations Across Differences54:57 - Love and Acceptance Amidst Differences55:18 - Navigating Conflict and Difference01:01:38 - Understanding Power and Victimhood01:07:10 - Parenting in a Complex World01:11:25 - The Role of Stories in Society01:16:48 - Hope for Humanity and the FutureDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know your presence is healing not only to yourself, but to others? Presence is a quality of brightness, aliveness, and warmth we bring to ourselves, to others, and to the world—and when we offer it, it is incredibly healing. In this episode, Dr. Victoria chats with psychotherapist Bennett Crawford, LCSW, to explore what presence really means, how it differs from mindfulness, and how it can transform the way we live and connect.Bennett explains that each of us carries presence—the embodied awareness of the here and now, compassionate and deeply grounding. Together, we explore practical ways to access presence through the body and breath, how it helps us hold difficult emotions like anxiety and depression, and how it can serve as a secure base in our lives. We also discuss how to stay connected to presence in the face of modern technology, the role it plays in healing and relationships, and how nature can reflect our own presence back to us. Reconnecting with this ever-available awareness can bring greater safety, clarity, and joy into everyday life.Find Dr. Victoria here.Find Bennett Crawford, LCSW hereConnect with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonSupport our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.Explore our free resource library at innercalling.org, where you’ll find handouts and workbooks with evidence-based practices to support your mind, body, and spirit, which are designed to go along with episodes.00:00 The Beauty Within: An Introduction to Inner Calling00:28 Exploring Presence: Understanding Its Depth and Meaning03:11 Felt Sense: Connecting with the Body04:04 Mindfulness vs. Presence: Distinctions and Interconnections07:10 The Essence of Presence: A Field of Awareness10:11 Experiencing Presence: Personal Insights and Transformations12:55 The Goodness of Presence: A Source of Positive Qualities14:01 Buddhism and Presence: Perspectives on Being and Wholeness18:00 Trusting Reality: Embracing Presence Amidst Pain21:53 Emotions as Messengers: Understanding and Integrating Feelings24:55 The True Self: Connection to Presence and Authenticity28:04 Awareness and Presence: The Importance of Being Present30:26 The Impact of Technology: Distractions from Presence34:40 Practicing Presence: Techniques for Connection41:08 Conscious Connection with Technology44:52 The Importance of Presence46:56 Understanding Consciousness and Awareness50:36 Exploring Altered States of Consciousness55:22 The Role of Inner Knowing01:00:21 The Power of Presence in Relationships01:02:08 Cultivating a Daily Practice of PresenceDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When was the last time you truly played? You might be surprised to learn that play isn’t just for kids, it’s essential at every stage of life. In this conversation, Dr. Victoria Ranade sits down with actor, playwright, and somatic psychotherapist Nick Sholley to explore the power of play in life. Together they unpack how play is vital to our mental health and well being. It sparks creativity, sharpens critical thinking, strengthens problem-solving skills, and deepens your connections with others. Nick shares why play is relational, embodied, and creative, and how it reconnects us to our vitality, joy, and life force energy. They discuss the impact of technology on our ability to play, the healing role of creativity, and how saying “yes” to play—especially with children—brings us home to our truest selves. So the next time you see a dog drop into a playful bow, or a child invites you into their world of make-believe, remember: you’re not just doing it for them. You’re also nurturing the playful spirit that’s always been a part of you. :)Find Nick here.Find Dr. Victoria here.SUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonGET ACCESS to our free resource library at innercalling.org, including handouts and workbooks on evidence-based ways to support your mind, body and spirit, including guides on how to meditate, find your life's purpose, and explore your spirituality. Chapters00:00 - The Essence of Play09:07 - Play in the Digital Age18:41 - Reclaiming Play for Adults28:15 - The Essence of Playfulness30:00 - Connecting to Our True Selves34:11 - The Impact of AI on Play38:01 - Navigating Technology and Self-Identity45:08 - The Importance of Struggle in Play48:57 - Inviting Play Back into Our Lives56:00 - Connecting with Feelings and Play59:00 - The Impact of Technology on Vitality59:49 - Exploring What Lights Us Up01:00:58 - Creativity as Play01:06:00 - The Mystical Nature of Play01:10:10 - Engaging with Shadows through Play01:18:08 - Play as a HomecomingKeywords#play, #vitality, #creativity, #healing, #digitalage, #embodiedplay, #connection, #mental health, #self-discoveryDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lately, I’ve been facing an existential crisis around being a writer and artist—what it means to create in a world that doesn’t seem to value art, particularly with the rise of AI. The path can feel lonely and uncertain. To explore this, I invited artist Deng Ming-Dao to offer his perspective.In this conversation, we explore how to find your voice as an artist. Ming-Dao reminds us that art is not about sales, fame, or approval—it’s about being true to your inner voice and creating simply because your soul calls you to.We talk about discipline and developing a commitment to your craft as an artist. We also talk about the courage it takes to stay authentic when the world may not understand your art, and how art is a sacred response to life. This episode is an invitation to trust your innermost voice, keep creating, and measure success by your integrity.Ming-Dao’s advice is extremely helpful. If you have been struggling with the idea of pursuing a career as an artist, definetely check this episode out!. Thank you for joining us! :)00:00 - Welcome back: Deng Ming-Dao01:28 - Does my art have value if no one buys it?05:27 - What if I got popular for the wrong reasons?14:16 - How do you find your voice as an artist?20:12 - How can I make money while maintaining my integrity?30:16 - Who is Jade Snow Wong?34:46 - Does prestige mean good art?40:27 - How to reconcile your feelings as an artist46:23 - It's not easy to make money as an artist50:33 - Is Ming-Dao a nonconformist?53:50 - Advice for aspiring writers to get published56:22 - How to keep up with AI in this busy world01:02:59 - Where do you get your ideas?01:08:10 - Is writing joyous if it’s laborious?01:13:45 - What is the life of an artist?01:18:24 - What advice would you give your younger yourself?01:22:00 - Summary of our talk01:25:50 - OutroSUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonLEARN more about Dr. Victoria at drvictoriaranade.comJoin our mailing list at innercalling.orgDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In my twenties, I felt really lost and behind in life, but then in my thirties I discovered my life purpose. It turns out that everyone has a life purpose, including you, and that your life's purpose is deeply related to your natural strengths, gifts and passions. Here, I share a simple, evidence-based framework to help you connect with a life purpose that will give you great meaning, joy, and fulfillment.If you're feeling lost and unsure of what your purpose is, don't worry! It's a natural part of life. Follow the simple path below; I created it to help guide you to your life's purpose.Summary of the PURPOSE path:P - Pay attention to what gives you energyU - Unlock your flow statesR - Recognize your natural gifltsP - Processing your painO - Open Space to hear your inner calllingS - Seek Life ExperienceE - Extend yourself in serviceThanks for joining us!SUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonLEARN more about Dr. Victoria at drvictoriaranade.comJoin our mailing list at innercalling.orgDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Research shows psychedelic medicine can profoundly affect depression, anxiety, trauma, and end-of-life suffering. By entering non-ordinary states of consciousness, people often find deep healing and transformation. At institutions like Johns Hopkins, studies on MDMA, psilocybin, ayahuasca, and mescaline reveal lasting shifts in mood, perception, and connection. For many, these states of insight and release open new ways of relating to pain, the self, and the world.But beyond the science lies the lived experience. Today’s guest, “Raphael,” has explored these inner landscapes for over fifty years in the underground psychedelic community. He shares personal accounts of spirit encounters, realms of consciousness, and the lessons water and plant medicine have taught him about awareness, healing, and release from trauma.Together we explore how psychedelic medicines can help quiet the ego, reconnect you with your true self, and offer a profound sense of interconnection and transcendence that can ease depression, anxiety, and trauma.Thank you for joining us.00:00 - Introduction00:52 - Today’s Episode - Research Supporting Psychedelic Medicine and Mental Health, how non ordinary states of consciousness can be healing 04:43 - Raphael, our guest! 05:59 - Conversation Start 07:50 - What difference does water make? 13:00 - A journey with Ayahuasca 17:41 - Where you are in the world 18:27 - How sound affects consciousness21:35 - Ayahuasca 22:45 - Heart Openers - MDMA28:54 - Have you met your true self? 32:36 - How do you leave your body? 37:00 - You need to experience nature! 38:26 - What is cactus (mescaline) like? 40:28 - Drop out, Tune in!, LSD43:08 - Raphael’s Life 46:27 - People have a dark side48:05 - What about Mushrooms? 50:21 - Finals thoughts for interested people 52:18 - How do you connect to your inner light? 54:17 - Takeaways from today's conversation 59:48 - OutroDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I share why meditation isn’t just calming—it’s life changing. We’ve all heard it’s ‘good for you,’ but it’s not always clear why. So today, I’m breaking it down. Meditation helps you reconnect with your true self, heal your brain, and clear out the emotional residue that builds up over time within you to bring more clarity, alignment, and peace into your everyday life. It also helps you live more effectively by finding that still point in every moment, the one that lets you move through life with more ease and less effort. So meditate to connect to your inner Jedi. :) 00:00 - Introduction00:34 - Episode start - How to meditate like a Jedi03:57 - How to Access the power within you06:30 - L.I.G.H.T. begins with Listening08:40 - Integrate guidance10:20 - Gently clear your mind13:25 - Heal your Brain and Body 14:40 - Transform how you experience life17:12 - Why does meditation matter? 18:00 - Try meditation with this idea! 19:06 - Book club announcement! 19:57 - Closing remarks and acknowledgements Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we talk about what an inner calling is. We also discuss the things that can disconnect you from being connected to your inner calling, including societal expectations and pressures, as well as the demands to make money and chase success. When we ignore it, we lose touch with our deepest truths.Dr. Victoria shares how the real adventure in life lies in listening to your inner calling and seeing where it takes you, and shares a piece from her upcoming book on trusting your intuition and inner knowing. Everything that you need for your own happiness and success is already inside you. Your intuition is waiting for you to trust the process. This place of wellness, peace, stillness is within you, calling you home. Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deng Ming-Dao joins Dr. Victoria in an enlightening discussion on the fundamentals of Taoism. Together, they explore what the Tao (or Dao) truly means and how each of us can connect with our unique, personal Tao. Ming-Dao reminds us that the journey to self-acceptance, especially in our fast-paced modern world, is essential yet often challenging.Ming-Dao offers practical insights into maintaining purpose and a genuine sense of fulfillment. By learning to be dynamic and practice surfing the waves of life, we can flow more freely with the energy and movement all around us.Listen with us today as we explore Taoism and practice living in harmony. Open yourself to the energy around you and learn to align your life force with it.Find Deng Ming-Dao here: https://www.dengmingdao.com/***SUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonLEARN more about Dr. Victoria at drvictoriaranade.comWORK with Dr. Victoria and the team at Hope+Wellness—the mental health practice she leads—at hope-wellness.com.Tags#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #HighFunctioningAnxiety #Bipolar #Mood #ExistentialConcerns #Spirituality #Intuition #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #ConsciousLiving #Psychology #Resilience #Connection #Relationships #OvercomingObstacles #Leadership #Happiness #Wisdom #Inspiration #PersonalStories #RadicalAcceptance #ModernSpirituality #Mindfulness #SelfDevelopment #AcceptanceAndCommitmentTherapy #TraumaInformedHealing #PsychedelicTherapy #DBTTools #CBTTechniques #DepressionRecovery #LifePurpose #InnerTransformation #IntuitiveLiving #WomensMentalHealth #InnerVoiceWork #HighlySensitive #SuicidePreventionDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Connie Tsang has done my make up for years and has always made me feel beautiful, yet still authentically myself. She has done make up for CEOs to politicians, from models to working women, from celebrities to the girl next door, and above all, she invites us to see beauty as a relaxed, powerful tool for self-expression.What I love about Connie is how she emphasizes every person is inherently beautiful even if they don't realize it; it's simply a matter of learning how to truly see it. We talk about how beauty is deeply personal, it reflects our energy, shapes how we move through the world, and evolves as we carry different emotions through life. We also talk about how make up can be a fun way to help people step into new versions of themselves, and explore new ways of being, boosting confidence and presence. Her wisdom reminds us that owning our appearance and our stories starts with protecting our ability to truly see beauty and curating what we consume.Connie discusses beauty in a way I never thought of before, so I'm really excited for you to listen and see if it helps reshape how you think of beauty too!! *Note: This audio for this episode was actually lost due to the mike malfunctioning, but AI helped rescue it! So you might notice this at some points.. :)Find Connie here:https://www.instagram.com/connietsangbeauty/?hl=enhttps://www.connietsangbeauty.com/https://www.faceandcrown.com/***SUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonLEARN more about Dr. Victoria at drvictoriaranade.comWORK with Dr. Victoria and the team at Hope+Wellness—the mental health practice she leads—at hope-wellness.com.Tags#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #HighFunctioningAnxiety #Bipolar #Mood #ExistentialConcerns #Spirituality #Intuition #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #ConsciousLiving #Psychology #Resilience #Connection #Relationships #OvercomingObstacles #Leadership #Happiness #Wisdom #Inspiration #PersonalStories #RadicalAcceptance #ModernSpirituality #Mindfulness #SelfDevelopment #AcceptanceAndCommitmentTherapy #TraumaInformedHealing #PsychedelicTherapy #DBTTools #CBTTechniques #DepressionRecovery #LifePurpose #InnerTransformation #IntuitiveLiving #WomensMentalHealth #InnerVoiceWork #HighlySensitive #SuicidePreventionDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

About the 101 series: I’m passionate about spirituality because it saved my life, yet there are so few resources that teach people how to engage with their spirituality in a meaningful way that isn’t tied to religion. In this series, you'll learn how to engage in your own spirituality as a vital part of wellness. By listening through the series, you will experience a greater sense of meaning, connection, and inner guidance. I hope its helpful to you!In this episode, I talk about a difficult time I went through and how it ultimately helped me discover the power of my inner voice. We’ll discuss what intuition really is (and isn’t), how to distinguish it from your thoughts, and why stillness and listening help you live with greater intention.***SUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonLEARN more about Dr. Victoria at drvictoriaranade.comWORK with Dr. Victoria and the team at Hope+Wellness—the mental health practice she leads—at hope-wellness.com.Tags#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #HighFunctioningAnxiety #Bipolar #Mood #ExistentialConcerns #Spirituality #Intuition #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #ConsciousLiving #Psychology #Resilience #Connection #Relationships #OvercomingObstacles #Leadership #Happiness #Wisdom #Inspiration #PersonalStories #RadicalAcceptance #ModernSpirituality #Mindfulness #SelfDevelopment #AcceptanceAndCommitmentTherapy #TraumaInformedHealing #PsychedelicTherapy #DBTTools #CBTTechniques #DepressionRecovery #LifePurpose #InnerTransformation #IntuitiveLiving #WomensMentalHealth #InnerVoiceWork #HighlySensitive #SuicidePreventionDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

About the 101 series: I’m passionate about spirituality because it saved my life, yet there are so few resources that teach people how to engage with their spirituality in a meaningful way that isn’t tied to religion. In this series, you'll learn how to engage in your own spirituality as a vital part of wellness. By listening through the series, you will experience a greater sense of meaning, connection, and inner guidance. I hope its helpful to you! I'm sharing secrets of the universe here guys..... :) In this episode, we explore how the constant pressure to conform and the relentless noise around us can drown out our deepest truths. I talk about the secret garden within you, which is a sacred space of beauty and nourishment that is there for you to access at any moment, even when the world feels overwhelming. You'll learn why listening to your inner voice is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and how it can radically transform your life. ***SUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonLEARN more about Dr. Victoria at drvictoriaranade.comWORK with Dr. Victoria and the team at Hope+Wellness—the mental health practice she leads—at hope-wellness.com.Tags#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #HighFunctioningAnxiety #Bipolar #Mood #ExistentialConcerns #Spirituality #Intuition #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #ConsciousLiving #Psychology #Resilience #Connection #Relationships #OvercomingObstacles #Leadership #Happiness #Wisdom #Inspiration #PersonalStories #RadicalAcceptance #ModernSpirituality #Mindfulness #SelfDevelopment #AcceptanceAndCommitmentTherapy #TraumaInformedHealing #PsychedelicTherapy #DBTTools #CBTTechniques #DepressionRecovery #LifePurpose #InnerTransformation #IntuitiveLiving #WomensMentalHealth #InnerVoiceWork #HighlySensitive #SuicidePreventionDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

About the 101 series: I’m passionate about spirituality because it saved my life, yet there are so few resources that teach people how to engage with their spirituality in a meaningful way that isn’t tied to religion. In this series, you'll learn how to engage in your own spirituality as a vital part of wellness. By listening through the series, you will experience a greater sense of meaning, connection, and inner guidance. I hope its helpful to you! In this episode, I define spirituality and explore how it can help you break free from all the deep societal conditioning we all receive about worthiness, achievement, keeping up with others—to live from the deeper truth of who you are instead. This episode is an invitation to realize that spirituality is deeply human. It’s about the existential questions humans have been asking for thousands of years—how to make sense of life, how to keep going when you feel like you can’t, and how to live with meaning in a world that so often feels lonely or disconnected. Most of all, spirituality is about waking up to the beauty that’s already inside you. Thank you for listening! :)***SUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonLEARN more about Dr. Victoria at drvictoriaranade.comWORK with Dr. Victoria and the team at Hope+Wellness—the mental health practice she leads—at hope-wellness.com.Tags#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #HighFunctioningAnxiety #Bipolar #Mood #ExistentialConcerns #Spirituality #Intuition #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #ConsciousLiving #Psychology #Resilience #Connection #Relationships #OvercomingObstacles #Leadership #Happiness #Wisdom #Inspiration #PersonalStories #RadicalAcceptance #ModernSpirituality #Mindfulness #SelfDevelopment #AcceptanceAndCommitmentTherapy #TraumaInformedHealing #PsychedelicTherapy #DBTTools #CBTTechniques #DepressionRecovery #LifePurpose #InnerTransformation #IntuitiveLiving #WomensMentalHealth #InnerVoiceWork #HighlySensitive #SuicidePreventionDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if happiness isn’t something to chase—but something to practice?In this episode, Dr. Victoria and Creative Producer Carlisle to try something deceptively simple: smiling on purpose, even when it’s the last thing you feel like doing.Research shows that even forcing a smile when you don’t feel happy can change your brain. Specifically, people who smiled intentionally—despite low moods—experienced improved emotional states, reduced stress, and greater resilience.So, we put this research to the test. We talk about what worked, what didn’t, and why this small action opened up space for more happiness and peace. Try it with us – and see how your week positively shifts.Thank you for joining us! :) ***SUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonLEARN more about Dr. Victoria at drvictoriaranade.comWORK with Dr. Victoria and the team at Hope+Wellness—the mental health practice she leads—at hope-wellness.com.Tags#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #HighFunctioningAnxiety #Bipolar #Mood #ExistentialConcerns #Spirituality #Intuition #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #ConsciousLiving #Psychology #Resilience #Connection #Relationships #OvercomingObstacles #Leadership #Happiness #Wisdom #Inspiration #PersonalStories #RadicalAcceptance #ModernSpirituality #Mindfulness #SelfDevelopment #AcceptanceAndCommitmentTherapy #TraumaInformedHealing #PsychedelicTherapy #DBTTools #CBTTechniques #DepressionRecovery #LifePurpose #InnerTransformation #IntuitiveLiving #WomensMentalHealth #InnerVoiceWork #HighlySensitive #SuicidePreventionDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In my twenties, I lost someone I loved deeply and it made me realize how short life was and how important it is to live it backwards. Yes, you read that right: backwards. In today's episode, we talk about how to look at your life as a whole and make decisions choices today based on what you’ll one day wish you had done or experienced. In this way, you will minimize regret in your life and maximize meaning and enjoyment. Thank you for joining us. We’re grateful you’re here. :)***SUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonLEARN more about Dr. Victoria at drvictoriaranade.comWORK with Dr. Victoria and the team at Hope+Wellness—the mental health practice she leads—at hope-wellness.com.Tags#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #HighFunctioningAnxiety #Bipolar #Mood #ExistentialConcerns #Spirituality #Intuition #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #ConsciousLiving #Psychology #Resilience #Connection #Relationships #OvercomingObstacles #Leadership #Happiness #Wisdom #Inspiration #PersonalStories #RadicalAcceptance #ModernSpirituality #Mindfulness #SelfDevelopment #AcceptanceAndCommitmentTherapy #TraumaInformedHealing #PsychedelicTherapy #DBTTools #CBTTechniques #DepressionRecovery #LifePurpose #InnerTransformation #IntuitiveLiving #WomensMentalHealth #InnerVoiceWork #HighlySensitive #SuicidePreventionDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I created this episode for anyone who’s feeling awful or having a tough day—to remind you that no matter what has happened or what anyone says, you are good. It blends skills from DBT and other evidence-based therapies while also offering a new way to look at how you feel about yourself. People rarely talk about shame or how hard it is when you genuinely don’t like yourself, so I made this episode to let you know I understand—and to remind you that you will be okay.---Thank you for listening :) SUPPORT our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, and leaving a review.CONNECT with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonLEARN more about Dr. Victoria at drvictoriaranade.comWORK with Dr. Victoria and the team at Hope+Wellness—the mental health practice she leads—at hope-wellness.com.Tags#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #HighFunctioningAnxiety #Bipolar #Mood #ExistentialConcerns #Spirituality #Intuition #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #ConsciousLiving #Psychology #Resilience #Connection #Relationships #OvercomingObstacles #Leadership #Happiness #Wisdom #Inspiration #PersonalStories #RadicalAcceptance #ModernSpirituality #Mindfulness #SelfDevelopment #AcceptanceAndCommitmentTherapy #TraumaInformedHealing #PsychedelicTherapy #DBTTools #CBTTechniques #DepressionRecovery #LifePurpose #InnerTransformation #IntuitiveLiving #WomensMentalHealth #InnerVoiceWork #HighlySensitive #SuicidePreventionDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.