Let's Get Wyrd Podcast

Why do we keep going through the same challenges… even when we know better?In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Betsy and Dave dives even deeper into why bad things happen to good people, and how intuition, perception, and inner work play a major role in how we experience life.This episode shifts the perspective from: “Why is this happening to me?” “What is this teaching me?”Betsy and Dave explore how ignoring your internal guidance system can lead to repeated lessons and how those lessons often get louder (sometimes a lot louder) until you finally listen.Inside this episode:Why intuition is your most powerful guide (and why we ignore it) How life lessons repeat until you actually learn them The deeper meaning behind tragedy, illness, and adversity How one event can teach multiple people completely different lessons Why some souls may choose difficult experiences for growth The concept of collective events creating unity Why you can’t always see the “why” in the middle of pain They also get real about:Being the villain, the victim, and everything in between How your perception shapes your emotional experience Why not everything is a personal attack How to move from reaction → awareness → neutrality What it actually means to do inner work (shadow work) This episode is raw, honest, and deeply thought-provoking.It’s not about dismissing pain… It’s about understanding it from a higher perspective.00:49 – Listening to your mind vs your intuition 01:29 – Ignoring inner guidance (and what happens next) 02:04 – Why we lose connection to intuition 02:28 – Why extreme tragedies happen 03:11 – How one event teaches multiple people 04:05 – Personal story: loss, grief, and transformation 05:18 – How trauma reshapes family dynamics 06:10 – Learning what a healthy relationship looks like 07:01 – Turning pain into purpose 07:51 – Souls choosing difficult roles 08:26 – Collective events and unity (911 example) 09:58 – Why large tragedies can shift society 10:41 – Multiple timelines and “exit points” 11:49 – When life reroutes you 12:44 – Painful events that force you to slow down 13:12 – Trusting intuition vs chasing what looks good 14:15 – When you can’t trust your own guidance 15:09 – Why you can’t see the lesson in the moment 16:02 – Victim vs character perspective shift 16:29 – Playing both villain and victim roles 17:16 – Realizing your impact on others 17:59 – Perception vs reality in communication 19:09 – Why we get triggered (and what it means) 20:04 – How adversity shaped a better life 20:43 – Moving from reaction to neutrality 21:12 – Loving your life after growth 21:37 – Shadow work and personal developmentIf this conversation resonates with you: Like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s navigating a tough season.And drop your thoughts in the comments this is a big topic, and we want to hear your perspective.Connect With Us and Let’s get Wyrd! Website: https://milluminate.me Facebook:@milluminatemke Instagram:@milluminatemke

Why do bad things happen to good people?It’s one of the hardest questions we ask—especially in moments of loss, illness, or tragedy.In this episode of Let’s Get Wyrd, Betsy and Dave explore this question through a spiritual lens, diving into soul contracts, reincarnation, life lessons, and the deeper purpose behind life’s most difficult experiences.This conversation isn’t about bypassing pain…It’s about understanding it differently.Betsy shares insights on how, before we come into this life, we may actually choose certain experiences, relationships, and challenges in order to grow, evolve, and learn specific lessons.Inside this episode:What a “life review” is and how it shapes future experiencesHow soul contracts influence the people and situations in your lifeWhy certain patterns repeat until you finally learn the lessonThe concept of divine timing and why things don’t happen when we wantWhy some relationships are meant for a moment, season, or lifetimeHow even painful experiences can serve your highest growthThey also get real about:Repeating life lessons (and how they escalate if ignored)Boundaries, energy, and knowing when to walk awayThe difference between helping someone… and enabling themWhy you can’t “save” everyoneRecognizing when a lesson has finally been learnedThis episode offers a perspective that may challenge how you see hardship—but also give you a sense of meaning, clarity, and empowerment.If this conversation resonates with you:Like, subscribe, and share it with someone navigating a difficult season.And drop your thoughts in the comments. This is a big topic, and we want to hear your perspective.00:24 – Viewer question00:49 – Can a loving God allow suffering?01:16 – Illness, tragedy, and spiritual perspective01:43 – Reincarnation and multiple lifetimes explained02:15 – The “life review” after death03:04 – Choosing lessons before returning to Earth04:05 – Soul contracts and familiar connections05:27 – Why certain people come into your life06:02 – Divine timing and alignment07:08 – Repeating lessons until you learn them07:32 – Real-life example: repeating patterns09:32 – The “mack truck” lesson (when you don’t listen)10:33 – Boundaries and learning to say no11:41 – Helping vs enabling others12:37 – Letting situations unfold naturally13:34 – When life forces a breaking point15:00 – Everyone plays a role in your growth16:01 – Recognizing old patterns returning17:19 – Learning the lesson and closing the cycle17:43 – People in your life: moment, season, or lifetime18:09 – Everyday situations as spiritual lessons18:52 – Final thoughtsConnect With Us and Let’s get wyrd!Website: https://milluminate.meFacebook:@milluminatemkeInstagram:@milluminatemke

Are imaginary friends really just imagination… or is something deeper happening?In this episode of Let’s Get Wyrd, Betsy and Dave explore one of the most fascinating (and sometimes unsettling) topics for parents: children and their imaginary friends.But here’s the twist…What if they’re not imaginary at all?Betsy breaks down why children, especially between the ages of 0–6, are naturally more open, intuitive, and connected to spiritual realms, and why dismissing their experiences can actually shut down their intuition early in life.This conversation dives into:Why kids’ experiences feel 100% real to them (because they are)The difference between imagination, intuition, and spiritual connectionWhy telling kids “it’s just in your head” can be harmfulHow past lives may show up through children’s stories and playWhat to do if your child sees something scaryThe truth about spirits, ancestors, and “protective” energiesWhy fear is often learned—not naturalHow to nurture your child’s intuition without forcing beliefsBetsy also shares powerful personal experiences from childhood, including vivid dreams, spiritual encounters, and what it felt like to be dismissed—and how that can impact a child’s sense of reality.If you’re a parent, this episode will shift the way you look at your child’s imagination forever.And if you’ve ever had experiences as a child that you couldn’t explain… this might bring some clarity.If this episode resonates with you:Like, subscribe, and share it with a parent or someone who needs to hear this perspective.And remember, stay curious, stay open… and let’s get Wyrd.00:00 – Welcome to Let’s Get Wyrd00:30 – Viewer question: imaginary friends in children00:45 – Are imaginary friends actually real?01:16 – The body doesn’t know the difference between imagination and reality02:07 – Why kids are most “open” between ages 0–603:14 – Dream state, intuition, and early connection03:43 – How society shuts down children’s intuition04:01 – Why parents shouldn’t dismiss children’s experiences04:29 – Childhood story: fairies, imagination, and being told it’s not real05:28 – The danger of dismissing a child’s reality06:23 – Vivid dreams, fear, and spiritual experiences07:23 – Past lives and children’s detailed memories08:25 – Recognizing past life patterns in kids09:16 – Why this connection fades around age 610:00 – What if your child sees something scary?11:10 – Why kids don’t judge based on appearance11:53 – Not all “scary” beings are harmful12:54 – Friendly spirits vs fear-based beliefs13:29 – House energy, spirits, and clearing spaces14:43 – When spirits are actually helpful16:01 – Protectors, gatekeepers, and energetic boundaries17:16 – ETs, fear, and misunderstood beings18:27 – Real client story: spiritual intervention and healing20:26 – Key ages when intuition shuts down21:17 – Why kids stop believing their own experiences22:07 – Why parents should involve kids in spiritual practices22:50 – Let kids explore intuition and connection23:22 – Kids finding others like them24:22 – Final thoughts and how to get supportConnect With UsWebsite: https://milluminate.meFacebook:@milluminatemkeInstagram:@milluminatemke

Is witchcraft actually evil… or have we misunderstood it completely?In this episode of Let’s Get Wyrd, Betsy and Dave take on a controversial topic and break it down in a way that challenges everything you thought you knew about witchcraft, energy, manifestation, and sacred practices.This conversation goes far beyond labels.From the historical suppression of herbalists and healers to the modern-day rebranding of “spells” as manifestation and affirmations, this episode explores how fear, control, and misunderstanding shaped the narrative around witchcraft and why it still impacts how people think today.But here’s where it gets interesting…What if:Prayer, manifestation, and spells are all the same thing?Your words and thoughts are already influencing energy around you?Gossip, judgment, and negativity are forms of “cursing” energy?Sacredness isn’t about rituals—it’s about what you actually feel?Betsy shares powerful insights on:The real history behind witchcraft and its connection to healingHow society rebranded spiritual practices based on fearWhy intention and emotion matter more than the words you sayHow conflicting energy (saying one thing, feeling another) affects your realityThe difference between doing rituals… and actually feeling themHot Topics:manifestation vs prayer vs spellsenergy cords and how we affect others energeticallysarcasm, intention, and mixed signals to the universewhy sacred practices have lost meaning over timehow to reconnect with true sacredness in everyday lifeThis is one of those conversations that might challenge your beliefs…But that’s the point.00:00 – Welcome to Let’s Get Wyrd00:28 – Today’s topic: witchcraft & sacredness01:31 – What does it mean to be sacred?02:05 – Witchcraft: misunderstood history and suppression03:25 – Herbalists, healers, and the origin of fear05:02 – Are we all practicing “witchcraft” already?06:30 – Chanting, prayer, and energy across religions08:01 – Feeling vs thinking: how to trust your intuition09:11 – Manifestation, spells, and affirmations explained10:00 – Gossip, negativity, and “cursing” energy11:27 – Tone vs intention: why energy matters more than words13:11 – Sarcasm and conflicting energy signals14:43 – Why affirmations don’t work if you don’t believe them16:36 – Are we all influencing energy all the time?17:40 – Why spiritual language had to be rebranded18:35 – Religion, divination, and belief systems19:10 – Pagan roots of modern holidays21:11 – Question everything: why curiosity matters21:47 – The real origin of voodoo dolls (unexpected truth)23:28 – What sacredness actually feels like24:18 – Lost traditions: offerings, gratitude, and intention25:16 – Why feeling matters more than words in rituals26:05 – Sacred space vs going through the motions27:09 – Why most rituals have lost their meaning28:10 – Final thoughts: take what resonatesIf this episode made you think differently, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and share it with someone who’s ready to question what they’ve been taught.And remember—take what resonates, leave what doesn’t.Let’s get wyrd.

What does it actually mean to raise your vibration… and how do you do it fast?In this episode of Let’s Get Wyrd, Betsy and Dave dive into one of the most talked-about (and misunderstood) topics in spirituality: raising your vibration, grounding your energy, and shifting your emotional state in real time.This isn’t just theory—this is real, practical insight.From breathwork and energy visualization to nature, food, gratitude, and emotional awareness, Betsy shares multiple ways you can shift your state quickly—whether you’re at home, at work, or stuck in a situation you can’t escape.They also unpack something most people overlook:👉 Raising your vibration isn’t about floating away—it’s about staying grounded while expanding.Inside this episode:The fastest ways to raise your vibration instantlyWhy grounding is just as important as “going high vibe”Breathwork techniques to shift your energy in minutesHow food, nature, and environment affect your frequencyThe emotional scale: shame, guilt, fear, anger, and beyondWhy gratitude is one of the most powerful energetic statesHow to stop getting pulled into other people’s low energyWhy you can’t force others to grow with you00:38 – Viewer question: how to raise your vibration fast01:19 – Quick (and unexpected) ways to shift your energy02:11 – Nature, grounding, and “touching grass”03:23 – Food and vibration: what you eat matters03:48 – The biggest misconception about high vibration04:28 – Why grounding is essential for growth05:29 – Energy, connection, and intention07:08 – Breathwork technique to raise your vibration instantly09:20 – What to do when you’re stuck in low-energy environments10:14 – Dropping into your heart space (not thinking it)10:59 – Using joy and memory to shift your state12:22 – Music, energy, and emotional elevation13:04 – The emotional scale: shame, guilt, fear, anger17:12 – Giving, gratitude, and getting out of your head18:59 – Gratitude as the highest vibration20:04 – Why it’s easier to pull people down than lift them up21:20 – Rewiring your mindset through awareness23:27 – When others aren’t ready to grow with you24:50 – The 3 paths of growth in relationships27:05 – Final thoughts: raising consciousness togetherThis conversation is real, raw, a little weird (as always), and incredibly practical.If you’ve ever felt stuck, drained, or overwhelmed—and wondered how to shift your energy quickly—this episode will give you tools you can actually use.✨ If this resonates with you:Like, subscribe, and share this with someone who needs a reset today.And drop your questions in the comments—we might feature them in a future episode.Let’s get wyrd.

Channeling vs Being a Conduit: What’s the Difference?Spirit Guides, Channeling, and Discernment ExplainedWhat does it really mean to be a conduit or to channel? And are they actually the same thing?In this episode of Let’s Get Wyrd, Betsy and Dave unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in spirituality: channeling, mediumship, energetic boundaries, and discernment. From spirit communication and intuitive messages to guides, imposters, energetic overwhelm, and the physical toll of spiritual work, this conversation goes deep into what really happens when you open yourself to unseen information.Betsy shares her perspective on the difference between letting information come through you versus allowing an energy to speak through you directly. She also opens up about the importance of spiritual boundaries, why not every being telling you it’s a guide should be trusted, and how practice, discernment, and energetic hygiene are essential for anyone developing intuitive gifts.This episode also dives into:Channeling vs being a conduitHow spiritual messages are receivedThe role of clairvoyance, claircognizance, clairaudience, and clairsentienceHow to tell whether energy is trustworthyWhy some spiritual experiences can feel draining or overwhelmingMediumship, energetic merging, and reading spirit safelyWhy everyone has gifts, but not everyone knows how to hone themIf you’ve ever been curious about channeling, spirit guides, intuitive development, psychic gifts, energy work, or mediumship, this episode offers a grounded and thought-provoking perspective on the weird, beautiful, and sometimes risky side of spiritual awakening.Watch all the way through if you’ve ever wondered:What’s the difference between channeling and receiving intuitive information?Can spiritual beings lie?How do you know if a message is real?And what does it actually cost the body to stay open energetically?If this episode resonates with you, make sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone exploring their gifts or walking a spiritual path. And if you have a question you want covered in a future episode, drop it in the comments below.00:29 – Today’s question: conduit vs channeling01:09 – Betsy’s definition of channeling and spiritual perception02:39 – Are channeling and being a conduit the same thing?04:08 – Why Betsy does not let most energies speak through her05:11 – Can spirits lie? The truth about imposters06:02 – How to test whether an energy is trustworthy07:12 – Why discernment matters more than blind trust09:24 – When not to deliver a spiritual message10:20 – The dentist story and reading the room12:09 – Why some people are not ready to receive spirit communication13:19 – The problem with “leaky mediums”13:44 – The energetic toll of channeling and mediumship15:15 – Setting boundaries with spirit in everyday life15:59 – Retreats, channeling, and post-session exhaustion17:23 – Headaches, energetic overwhelm, and being too open18:56 – Healings, guides, and energetic surgery21:12 – When a helpful being turns out not to be aligned22:29 – Spiritual gifts require practice and trial and error23:19 – Merging with energy to understand how someone passed24:15 – Why some spirits just want to be seen or heard25:08 – Tapping into a recently passed soul26:30 – Merging in, backing out, and staying aware of self27:12 – What energetic merging actually feels like28:21 – Honing your gifts and learning safely29:05 – Final thoughts and viewer questionsLearn More Visit: www.milluminate.me Explore upcoming classes & coaching programs Follow for more content on:ConsciousnessHealing & transformationArchetypes & human behaviorFollow & Subscribe 👍 Like the video 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes 💬 Comment your biggest takeaway or questions for future episodes

What if the patterns shaping your life were created before you even had a choice? In this episode of Let’s Get Wyrd, Betsy and Dave dive deep into the Root Coaching Program, exploring how early life experiences create subconscious patterns, archetypes, and emotional triggers that influence our relationships, behaviors, and decisions. From the Defender archetype to the Suspended state, this conversation reveals how our wounds show up in real-time and how to bring awareness, shift patterns, and reclaim control of your reality. If you’ve ever felt stuck in repeating cycles, over-explained yourself, avoided confrontation, or struggled with communication… this episode will open your eyes. Key Takeaways Your core patterns are formed early in life Awareness = the first step to transformation Archetypes are activated when wounds are triggered The Defender = over-explaining + needing to be understood The Suspended = avoidance + delayed action Most conflict comes from misperception, not reality Healing starts when you stop projecting and start observing Communication = energy clearing 00:17 – What is the Root Coaching Program & why it was created 01:23 – How childhood programs your subconscious patterns 02:56 – Signs your root wounds are controlling your life 03:23 – How to rewire your brain & shift your reality 04:30 – Archetypes explained (your behavioral “poker tells”) 06:57 – The Defender archetype: why you over-explain & build resentment 08:30 – “Taking tally” and how it silently destroys relationships 09:39 – The Unsolvable Problem pattern (why nothing feels fixable) 20:43 – Live example of a trigger happening in real time 25:30 – The Suspended archetype: avoidance, delay, and emotional buildup Learn More Visit: www.milluminate.me Explore upcoming classes & coaching programs Follow for more content on: Consciousness Healing & transformation Archetypes & human behavior Follow & Subscribe 👍 Like the video 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes 💬 Comment your biggest takeaway or questions for future episodes

In this mind-bending episode of Let’s Get Wyrd, Betsy Herden and Dave Setum dive deep into the nature of past lives, parallel timelines, and quantum reality… and why your soul may be choosing to come back to Earth again and again. Is time really linear? Are we living multiple lives at once? And is Earth actually the hardest level in a cosmic game? Using powerful analogies from video games to light passing through a crystal, this conversation explores how consciousness moves through reality, what déjà vu might actually mean, and how soul contracts, karma, and familiarity shape your life experience. But it doesn’t stop there… This episode takes a turn into authenticity, healing, and personal responsibility, unpacking: What karma really is (it’s not just punishment) Why “speaking your truth” can actually be harmful The difference between authentic giving vs transactional energy How to recognize patterns from other lifetimes Why some things feel easy (and others don’t) 00:24 – Listener Question: Past Lives & Multiple Realities 01:27 – Are All Realities Happening at Once? 02:18 – The Crystal & Light Analogy (Understanding Time) 03:10 – Slaughterhouse-Five & Being “Unstuck in Time” 05:14 – Earth as a Video Game (Why We Keep Coming Back) 07:41 – The “Pause” Between Lives Explained 09:00 – Why Some Skills Feel Familiar (Past Life Carryover) 11:27 – Can You Relearn Past Life Abilities? 12:09 – Déjà Vu, Travel & Familiar Energy 13:37 – Soul Contracts & Karmic Relationships 14:39 – Giving vs Transactional Energy 16:01 – Authenticity vs Obligation 18:21 – The Truth About Apologies & Shame 20:29 – “Speaking Your Truth” (The Hidden Problem) 21:42 – Projection vs Self-Reflection 23:30 – The Chameleon Archetype Explained 24:17 – Business, Authenticity & External Advice 26:01 – Be Careful Who You Take Advice From 27:03 – Why You Should Question Everything 28:02 – Final Thoughts: Get Wyrd & Stay Curious If this episode expanded your perspective, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop a comment: 👉 Do you believe we live multiple lives at once? 🔁 Share this with someone who’s ready to get a little wyrd. 🔗 Connect With Us Website: https://milluminate.me Facebook: @milluminatemke Instagram: @milluminatemke

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Let’s Get Wyrd, Betsy and Dave dive into the often misunderstood world of spiritual and energetic protection, what it really means, why it matters, and how to recognize when something in your energetic field may be out of balance.This conversation isn’t about fear. It’s about awareness, empowerment, and reclaiming sovereignty over your own energy.Together, Betsy and Dave explore how our energetic fields (auras) interact with the world around us and why moments of stress, trauma, emotional depletion, substance use, or prolonged low vibration can leave us more vulnerable to energetic attachments or interference.Drawing from Betsy's work in quantum healing, intuitive guidance, and shamanic clearing, Betsy breaks down complex spiritual concepts in a grounded, relatable way, sharing real-life stories, client experiences, and practical tools anyone can use to strengthen their energetic boundaries.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:• What your energetic field is and how it interacts with others • Signs something may be draining or attaching to your energy • The difference between unconscious energetic attachments and deeper entanglements • Why free will alone isn’t always enough to clear energetic interference • How gossip, emotional cords, and dependency can act as energetic attacksPractical Protection Tools Discussed:• Crystals such as selenite • Salt baths, scrubs, and cleansing showers • Essential oils, smoke cleansing, and intention setting • Visualization techniques like energetic shields and protective bubbles • Ways to protect your home and land, including crystal gridding and working with land spirits • When certain environments carry energy and why leaving a space may sometimes be the healthiest choiceBetsy also shares powerful real-world experiences involving homes, land, animals, and families, illustrating just how interconnected energy, environment, and personal well-being truly are.The key takeaway from this episode:Just because you can’t see energy doesn’t mean it isn’t affecting you. Awareness is the first step toward healing, protection, and reclaiming your power.⚠️ Disclaimer This episode is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical, psychological, or psychiatric care. If you or someone you know is experiencing severe distress or mental health challenges, please seek support from a qualified professional.

In this episode of Let’s Get Wyrd Podcast, Betsy and Dave explore the sacredness of medicine space and the importance of intention, preparation, and protection when working with plant medicines and ceremonial healing practices.Betsy shares personal experiences and deep insight into being genuinely called into ceremony, how to create sacred space, why facilitators matter, and the difference between using medicine for healing versus escape. Together, they discuss spiritual responsibility, energetic protection, aftercare, and the profound lessons that can come through uncomfortable journeys.This conversation offers a thoughtful look at healing, consciousness, trauma, and the deeper purpose behind transformational experiences.“The views and opinions expressed on Let's Get Wyrd Podcast are for educational and inspirational purposes only. This podcast does not provide professional medical, legal, or financial advice. Listener discretion is advised.”Tune in….and let your soul expand, your mind sharpen, and your life illuminate.