Soul Power to the People

[S3] Hindsight is 2020: From Lockdown to Soul Power

Join host Tess Vergara on this special episode of Soul Power to the People Podcast - "Hindsight is 2020: From Lockdown to Soul Power." In this deeply personal reflection, Tess shares insights from Season 3's past episodes alongside her own anecdotes of navigating the challenges of 2020. Through moments of vulnerability and introspection, she offers listeners a glimpse into her journey of growth and transformation amidst the riots, uncertainty, and lockdowns.

Tess invites you to embrace your soul power and find the strength and wisdom to navigate life's challenges with resilience, perseverance and authenticity. Elevate your soul power and create success no matter what with the following insights:

Key Takeaways:

• Learn how to prioritize self-care and embrace challenges as opportunities
• Uncover the keys to unlocking your inner strength and potential
• Harness the power of meaningful connections and community
• Gain inspiration and guidance to create a life of purpose, passion, and abundance

 

About Tess Vergara

Soul Powered Executive Coach Tess Vergara addresses the conflicts many executives face between mind and heart, soul and ego. Through her coaching programs, Tess guides executives, leaders and changemakers to the shift from fear power to Soul Power so they can fulfill their unique mark in the world. Soul Power is the revolution that helps leaders achieve financial freedom and abundance, master productivity and creativity, and gain true wealth and happiness in a way that feels good and right without compromise and inner conflict.

Host of Soul Power to the People Podcast, Tess is an expert in higher self-awakening, a Certified Master Strategy Coach, Strategic Interventionist, NLP Practitioner, Behavioral Assessment Coach and Soul Realignment Practitioner.

 

Connect with Tess Vergara

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[S3] Eternal Soul Power: Living Your Best Life with Susy Giddy

In this conversation, Tess Vergara interviews Susy Giddy, whose story took her breath away. Susy is the embodiment of soul powered living, manifesting heaven on earth in every aspect of her journey. Even in the face of grief, Susy's resilience and unwavering spirit shine through, embracing both the gifts and challenges of life with grace and courage. This episode is not only a beautiful tribute to her great love but also an inspiring testament to the light and love we came here to be. Truly a soul powered conversation.

 

Key Takeaways:

1. Rebuild, Restore, Preserve. Susy's journey is a beautiful example of soul-powered living and embracing what others might deem impossible. Whether it's acquiring her own island and preserving its pristine condition, restoring a dilapidated house that became their cherished home and is now a historic site, or renovating another neglected property in the Dominican Republic and returning with a dog named Rufus, she demonstrates the power of staying aligned with the soul. Her dedication to soul-centered living enables her to rebuild, restore and preserve beauty in all aspects of her life.

2. Soul-Powered Grief: Despite the recent loss of her husband, Susy's unwavering faith in the vision of soul powered living shines through. Despite the excruciating pain of his passing, she finds solace in the depth of their love and views this time as sacred. Having experienced unconditional love throughout her 40-year marriage, she remains steadfast in absolute knowing that she will be okay and continues to lead a soul-powered life.

3. Heaven and Earth: In closing, Tess tied everything together, showcasing through Susy's journey that manifesting heaven on earth is within reach. Susy's resilience, faith, and vision of building heaven on earth is an inspiration to Tess and to those of you seeking a better way to live that could easily turn into a meaningless existence without one's deep connection to soul power. 

 

About the Guest:

Susy Giddy's life has been a journey of both profound trauma and immense joy. Born to two alcoholics, she endured the tragic loss of her brother at 14, an abusive marriage, the death of her son, a near-fatal car accident, and living with cancer. Amidst these challenges, she found moments of happiness, raising beautiful children, fulfilling dreams of owning a tennis club, moving to a tropical island, owning an island, living at her favorite ski hill, and marrying the great love of her life.

Through it all, Susy has learned to navigate life's highs and lows with resilience and grace. She has embraced the power of living joyfully, returning time and again to grace, joy, generosity, and love. As a Certified Life Coach, Susy's greatest gift lies in her ability to share her experiences and guide others towards a life of fulfillment and authenticity. With empathy and firsthand understanding, she helps her clients overcome obstacles, tap into their inner strength, and start living fully.

 

Connect with Susy Giddy

Website | Facebook | Articles

[S3] Real Food, Real Health, Real Body: Unleashing Epigenetic Potential with Brenda

In this episode, Tess Vergara sits down with Brenda Wollenberg, a seasoned expert in natural wellness and holistic nutrition, to delve into the transformative power of understanding our genetic makeup on our overall health and well-being.

Key Takeaways:

• Brenda's business post 2020: Transitioning from in-person to virtual platforms amidst disruptions, Brenda seized the opportunity to integrate her extensive background as a social worker, faith leader, and holistic nutritionist into her latest training: epigenetics. Leveraging gentle and peaceful online marketing strategies, she launched programs like Soul Bloom and Soul Flourish, growing her following despite the restrictions imposed by the pandemic.
• Epigenetics: A Beacon of Hope: Brenda emphasizes the transformative power of epigenetics, empowering individuals to reclaim control over their health and make informed choices that positively influence their well-being. This fusion of science and holistic wellness offers a promising avenue for attaining optimal health and vitality.
• Key Shifts Revealed: This episode is so rich. We talked about the profound shifts that occur with change: shifting from judgment to compassion, shifting outlook from doom to bloom, moving from survival mode to embracing one's destiny and transitioning from egoic to soul power.
• Genetic uniqueness: Brenda champions personalized approaches to helth and wellness that respect individual diversity and requirements. Everyone is NOT meant to be vegetarian or omnivore or paleo or intermittent fasting. Learn to trust yourself and your body and pay attention to what your body is telling you.
  
  

About the Guest:

Brenda Wollenberg is a specialist in natural wellness programs with a unique blend of experience as a social worker, co-leader of a faith community, and nutritionist. Over the decades, she has developed proficiency in helping clients understand the science of their genetics and identify patterns of behaviour that might be affecting their gene expression. But it doesn't stop there. Brenda guides them in shifting their habits - food, exercise, stress management, supplements - to support their overall health.

She has had the privilege of being featured on TV and podcasts, her articles have been published in various print media and she is the author of 'Overweight Kids in a Toothpick World' and 'Eat. Sleep. Move. For Your Genetic Body Type'. Brenda knows wellness can be confusing, especially when it's a one-size-fits-all approach. That's why she makes it simple, personal, and doable.

She is deeply aware of how environmental factors, both chemical toxins as well as emotional events such as adverse childhood experiences and stress, can affect gene expression. Her approach is rooted in understanding these complex interactions, making wellness achievable for everyone. 

As someone who practices what she believes (both as a proud mama of 5 adult children and nana to a growing gaggle of “grands”), Brenda is not just about helping you be the best version of yourself - she is about helping you understand how to get there.

 

 

Connect with Brenda Wollenberg

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[S3] Soul-Led Fertility: Conceive With Ease with Ashley Holmes

In this episode, Tess Vergara delves into a soul-stirring interview with Ashley Holmes, the visionary CEO of Holistic Fertility Coach Inc. Ashley's journey from infertility to empowerment serves as an inspiring beacon, guiding women towards natural conception with peace and ease.

 

Key Takeaways:

• Ashley's Eye-Opening Journey: Conceiving twins through medical intervention a decade ago with side effects ignited Ashley's mission to assist women on their fertility paths, now offering online consultations.
• Shifting Perspectives: Ashley contrasts the energy of forceful pursuit with the transformative power of peace in mind, body, and spirit.
• The Ayurvedic Influence: Ashley talks about the profound impact of Ayurveda on her journey and advocates embracing ancient holistic practices, for achieving optimal health and fertility.

 

About the Guest:

Ashley Holmes is the CEO & founder of Holistic Fertility Coach Inc. She supports women struggling with infertility to connect mind, body and spirit back into balance and alignment to conceive with ease. She birthed her business from her own experience and now guides other women to heal their womb and reduce the stress and pressure of trying to conceive.

 

Connect with Ashley Holmes

Website | Instagram | Facebook | Group | ViBLY

[S3] Unlocking the Health and Happiness Formula: A Nurse's Breakthrough from Burnout

In this episode, Tess Vergara engages in a profound conversation with Michelle, aka The Healthy Happy Nurse, unraveling her incredible journey hitting rock bottom to overcoming alcoholism and chronic burnout during her nursing career and now thriving as a coach and entrepreneur and a beacon of hope for those seeking to break free from burnout to a fulfilling, abundant and soulful life.

Key Takeaways:

• Overcoming Burnout: Michelle shares her personal journey of transitioning from burnout, severe anxiety, and alcoholism to reclaiming her health and happiness, providing inspiration for others facing similar challenges.

• Rewiring the Mind: Michelle shares how coaching and NLP to rewire neuropathways enabled her to break free from chronic misalignment and scarcity mindset.

• The Health and Happiness Formula: Gain insights into Michelle's signature burnout program and discover practical steps to tap into the magic of life, fostering a mindset shift towards wellness and joy.

 

About the Guest:

Michelle Gordon is a registered nurse of 26 years and has worked across many critical care departments in Australia. After the birth of her 3rd miracle child, Michelle and her husband started a new family business that ultimately was struggling, and she found with a young family brought in so much stress and anxiety. That culminated when Michelle hit rock bottom, stage 12 burnout, anxiety and alcoholism. Michelle reached a level of burnout that took her to the darkest time in her life.... Michelle's journey to recover was self-led. Access to the right professional help was limited in regional Australia, so Michelle set about learning as much as she could about physical, mental and emotional health. Today she shares her amazing story and strategies with people struggling or seeking to improve their life and business. Michelle is now a life coach, Master neuro linguistic practitioner and Reiki level 2 practitioner and helps others to overcome burnout and create a life that is aligned with their goals, dreams and desires.

 

Connect with Michelle Gordon

Website | Instagram

[S3] Unveiling the Gift of Beauty: A Skin-Deep Journey with Samantha Dench

In this episode, Tess Vergara is joined by Samantha Dench, a licensed esthetician, business owner, author, and speaker. Samantha discusses her holistic approach to skincare, advocating for healthier alternatives to Botox and harsh chemicals. She sheds light on the potential long-term effects of such chemicals and shares insights into maintaining healthy, glowing skin through natural and nourishing alternatives.

What's In This Episode:

1. From Struggle to Success: Samantha opens up about her journey from the brink of giving up before 2020. As a newly divorced single mom juggling the complexities of work and home, she shares stories of adversity, resilience, and determination to achieve success.

2. Pivoting in 2020: The podcast explores the impact of the global shutdown on Samantha's business and how it became a turning point. Samantha not only relaunched her business but expanded into launching her product line for tweens, authored a book, and is looking towards expanding into a spa service.

3. Zozo Skincare Line for Tweens: Samantha discusses the inspiration behind Zozo, a skincare line for girls ages 8 and up. The conversation emphasizes fostering a positive relationship with skincare routines for young girls and laying the foundation that defies aging.

About The Guest:

Samantha Dench has been a licensed esthetician since 2003. Samantha opened Skin Deep Esthetics in 2010, she is also an author and speaker. Samantha’s passion extends beyond the skin to include internal health to achieve healthy skin for her clients by finding the root cause of the problem. Our skin is a reflection of our internal wellness and Samantha’s passion is to help clients learn what their skin is telling them. Samantha loves to educate women and share her knowledge and pasion of skin.  Samantha’s mission is to empower women to take control of their skin, simplify their routine, and love the reflection staring back at them. 

Connect with Samantha Dench

Website | Zozo Skin Care | Book

 

[S3] Manifesting Serenity: Navigating Life's Unexpected Turns with Serenity Lesley

In this episode, Tess Vergara is joined by Serenity Lesley, a multi-passionate entrepreneur: Blogger, Author, Speaker. Join the conversation as Serenity shares her resilient spirit and the valuable insights gained from navigating life's unpredictable paths.

What's in this episode:

• Resilience Amidst 2020 Challenges: including divorce, leg injury, returning to her mom's house, and disrupted travel plans.

• Transition and Transformation: Serenity navigated life's twists through traveling and being in nature, leading to a crucial period of healing and self-discovery.

• Positive Shifts in 2022: Despite challenges, Serenity adapted, marking a positive turning point in 2022 in her business and her services.

About the guest: 

Serenity, a Seattle native with an insatiable wanderlust, is a travel blogger, author, coach, and photographer on a mission to capture the magic of the world. Armed with her trusty camera and boundless curiosity, she ventures off the beaten path to discover hidden gems, taste tests, luxurious spaces, nature spots, and overall shares her adventures with fellow explorers. When she's not jet-setting, Serenity can be found indulging in her other passion—maintaining her whimsical blog, where she sprinkles doses of wanderlust and laughter into the lives of her readers. Follow Serenity’s journeys at Manifesting Serenity and join the fun!

 

Connect with Serenity Lesley

Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook | Website

 

 

[S3] Revolutionizing Your World: Unveiling The YOU World Order with Jill Hart

In this episode, Tess Vergara engages in a profound conversation with Jill Hart, also known as The Coach's Alchemist. Together, they explore the resilience of the human spirit, the empowering journey of reclaiming personal power, and the exhilarating prospect of coaches embracing their unique gifts. The conversation unfolded from exploring tarot cards to delving deep into the realm of the metaphysical, eventually touching upon Spiral Dynamics and the various stages of consciousness. Throughout, the discussion underscored the transformative impact of coaching, particularly its profound influence in navigating through the most challenging of times.

What's in this Episode?

• The episode explores Jill Hart's transformative journey and the motivations behind creating her podcast, The YOU World Order.

• Jill's decision to take back her power and walk away from Christianity as a huge empowering breakthrough moment.

• The Power of Coaching and the transformative impact these coaching modalities can have on individuals as we heal, transform and rise up in consciousness.

• How adversity, like the COVID-19 pandemic, can be a catalyst for positive transformation and reclaiming the power within ourselves.

Connect with Jill Hart

You World Order Podcast | LinkedIn | Facebook | Website

[S3] Power, Healing, and Harmony: A Musical Soul Journey with Simply Bronwyn

In this powerful episode of "Soul Power to the People," host Tess Vergara interviews talented Bronwyn, a contemporary country singer-songwriter from New Zealand. As the episode unfolds, listeners are taken on a journey through Bronwyn's personal healing and artistic evolution.

The discussion begins with Bronwyn's challenges as she lost all her gigs in 2020, relocating to Mexico, and ultimately leading her to explore holistic practices like breathwork, kundalini, and vagal nerve therapy that tremendously helped her health challenges. Bronwyn shares her six-year writer's block, epilepsy, burnout and sleeping problem and opens up about the profound inner work she undertook to uncover the root cause of her epilepsy—a painful revelation of sexual assault by her own uncle during her childhood.

Towards the end of the interview, listeners are treated to a Bronwyn's musical talent, sharing her and sang her original composition.

Throughout the episode, the themes of power, healing, and music interweave, offering insights into Bronwyn's resilience, growth, and her commitment to both artistic expression and personal well-being.

This episode serves as an inspiring testament to the the resilience of the human spirit, and the importance of addressing deep-seated traumas on the path to self-discovery and empowerment.

Related articles mentioned

• Calamassi D, Lucicesare A, Pomponi GP, Bambi S. Music tuned to 432 Hz versus music tuned to 440 Hz for improving sleep in patients with spinal cord injuries: a double-blind cross-over pilot study. Acta Biomed. 2020 Nov 30;91(12-S):e2020008. doi: 10.23750/abm.v91i12-S.10755. PMID: 33263352; PMCID: PMC8023109.
• Tuning Standards Explained: Differences between 432 Hz vs 440 Hz

About the Guest

Bronwyn is a co-author of a chapter in the book "Sacred Silver Lining." is a successful contemporary country singer-songwriter from New Zealand. With her EP "All In" reaching an impressive #9 on the NZ album charts, Bronwyn's original music has taken her on a journey across the globe, captivating audiences with her soulful tunes. 

Beyond the spotlight, Bronwyn has spent the last decade not only bringing joy through her music but also exploring avenues to help people on a deeper level. In recent years, she immersed herself in training, becoming a practitioner in reiki, breathwork, and EFT. This multidimensional approach to healing stems from her own profound journey, and now she's passionate about sharing the transformative tools that have shaped her life. She co-authored a chapter in the book "Sacred Silver Lining" to share insights into her healing journey and services.

Currently residing in Mexico, Bronwyn continues to fine-tune her skills as a healer while writing new songs that resonate with the soul. Her next chapter awaits in Nashville, USA, where she plans to blend her musical prowess with her healing work, creating a harmonious symphony of power and healing.

Connect with Bronwyn

Spotify | Healing Website | Artist Website

[S3] Rising In Soul Power: A Christmas Awakening By Tess Vergara

Welcome, soul power seekers, to a special Christmas edition of Soul Power to the People! In today's episode, host Tess Vergara explores the contrived forces designed to dehumanize and destabilize the human spirit. Through powerful clips from Yuval Noah Harari and Laura Aboli, we uncover the challenges we face and how to reclaim soul power.

Segment 1: Yuval Noah Harari at the World Economic Forum

• Prof. Yuval Noah Harari's perspective on humans as "hackable animals."
• The notion that free will is no longer a factor in decision-making.
• The impact of psychological conditioning and cultural grooming on human consciousness.

Segment 2: Laura Aboli on Transhumanism at 'Better Way Conference'

• Laura Aboli's insights into Transhumanism and its diverse facets.
• Distinguishing between technologies aiding disability and those aiming at complete human transformation.
• Recognizing the forces at play in preparing humanity for a posthuman future.

Segment 3: Universal Principles of Truth

• Exploring the six principles at the heart of the Agape International Spiritual Center.
• Embracing the omnipresence, unchanging nature, and goodness of God.
• Understanding our individualized expression of the divine and the creative power of the Divine Mind.
• Acknowledging the infinite evolutionary expansion of the Universe.

Segment 4: Conclusion and Key Takeaways

• Summarizing the importance of reclaiming soul power in the face of external forces.
• Reflecting on the Universal Principles of Truth from the Agape Movement.
• Key takeaways on embracing omnipresence, goodness, individualized expression, creative power, and evolutionary expansion.

Conclusion: As we navigate external challenges, let this Christmas be a guide to reconnect with the soul's power. Embrace the principles that lead to self-realization and oneness with Spirit. May the light of our Soul Power illuminate a path rich in love, authenticity, and heartfelt connection.

 

Sources:

Blog Post: Christmas Reflections: A Journey With Soul Power, by Tess Vergara

Human Beings Are ‘Hackable Animals’—Free Will Is ‘Over’: World Economic Forum Doctor

Laura Aboli Transhumanism Speech (UK, 2023)