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TSM Episode 51: Energy Forecast, Astrology, and the Power of Transformation

In this episode of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine, Laura reunites with astrologer and spiritual teacher Hilary Harley for a deeply reflective and cosmic conversation on the intersection of energy, astrology, language, and transformation.

Together, they explore the intense energetic climate moving into November—a time calling for grounding, courage, and conscious preparation.

Laura opens with a Samhain season prayer, honoring the ancestors and invoking the healed and whole grandmothers—the wise ancient ones guiding us through these thresholds of profound change. She also shares insights from Spirit and messages received during her pilgrimage to Ireland, offering both warning and wisdom for what lies ahead.

Hilary provides astrological guidance through this rare alignment of Saturn and Neptune in Pisces and Pluto in Aquarius—a once-in-a-generation cosmic reset urging humanity to awaken, mature, and rebuild. Laura weaves in tarot messages that echo the same themes of renewal and transformation, as both explore the evolutionary cycles of change unfolding now.

The conversation flows from cosmic to practical—touching on November’s energetic shifts, potential disruptions, and the importance of embracing challenges as gateways for growth. Together, they discuss sustainability, Earth reconnection, and the rebalancing of energies unseen in thousands of years.

✨ Topics include:

  • Why this is an incredible time for deep spiritual nourishment
  • The importance of emotional maturity
  • Samhain, sovereignty, and ancestral wisdom
  • The incoming Mercury Retrograde and its energetic lessons
  • Saturn–Neptune and Pluto in Aquarius: a cosmic reset for humanity
  • Generational healing and preserving elder wisdom
  • Working with darkness as fertile ground for transformation
  • Sustainable, long-term healing for both Earth and community

As Laura and Hilary remind us, true growth is not found in the light—but in our willingness to face the shadows with courage, authenticity, and love.

About Hilary:

Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Hilary now resides in Western Massachusetts. In the late 1990s, she followed her grandmother’s passion for astrology and began studying with astrologer Dietrech Pessin and continued working with Monique Pommier and Dorothy Oja. Hilary founded Harley Holistic Healing in 2002 to align clients with their fullest potential. In addition to her work as a counseling astrologer with a global practice, she received her Reiki Master certification in January 2016 and Akashic Records certification in February 2018. Hilary integrates both Reiki and the Akashic records into all client sessions.

Following the publication of her novel, “Ring of Truth” in 2008, Hilary has written the astrology column for SPIN Magazine and the Otis Observer. Her podcast “Mystical Messages” features her own astrology forecasts as well as innovative energy practitioners and is available through YouTube, Apple and Spotify. Hilary has presented lectures for local, national and international astrology forums including an NCGR webinar and the State of the Art Astrology (SOTA) conference. She offers both in-person astrology classes and an on-line “Astrology 101” course.

Hilary is a founding member of The Three Wise Women, a monthly on-line metaphysical forum open to all seekers. Hilary received her BFA and MLA from Southern Methodist University. She is a member of the National Council for Geocosmic Research, a professional organization for astrologers. Hilary’s monthly astrology forecast and podcast are free to all via her website: www.hilaryharley.com; or her Facebook pages: hilary harley; harley holistic healing; Hilary Harley astrology; or find her on Instagram @hilary.harley.

Episode link: https://youtu.be/-xmvKRmhN_o?si=Zjh8hq6yiSVJu9jK

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Episode 50: Intuition, Abuse, Breast Cancer, & Truth

We’re excited to share the latest episode of Triggers and Spiritual Medicine, where we dive into a deeply moving and timely conversation between host Laura Bonetzky-Gaffney and guest Dr. Isaura Gonzalez.

In this episode, titled “Intuition, Abuse, Breast Cancer, & Truth” Laura and Isaura open up about their personal experiences and professional insights on some of the most pressing issues women face today.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

  • Dr. Isaura Gonzalez’s powerful journey of surviving stage 3 breast cancer, and how her intuition led her to seek medical help before it was too late.
  • Laura’s deeply personal story of divorce and custody battles, including her upcoming 20-year anniversary of leaving an abusive marriage.
  • An exploration of the links between domestic violence, trauma, and women’s health—especially how emotional trauma may manifest as physical illness.
  •  Insightful discussion around the energetic and historical weight of places like Boston and Stonehenge, and how environments can carry trauma.
  • Honest reflections on the challenges of being a healer or business owner in a capitalist system—and the value of lived, earned expertise over trendy credentials.

Together, they offer an unfiltered look at the intersection of trauma, justice, healing, and spiritual wisdom, especially as it relates to women navigating broken systems.

💡You’ll also walk away with 3 practical tips to help guide your own healing journey, rooted in intuition, experience, and embodied wisdom.

🌱 Why This Matters

*Triggers and Spiritual Medicine* is more than a podcast—it’s a community-driven space for healing, truth-telling, and transformation. We don’t run ads. We don’t have paid sponsors. This is grassroots media, built for and by people like you who care about real conversations and collective healing.

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TSM 49: Healing, Justice And Reimagining Leadership with Andrea James

In this episode of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine, host Laura Bonetzky-Gaffney welcomes Andrea James — activist, attorney, founder of Families for Justice as Healing, and community leader who is entertaining a potential Democratic bid for Governor of Massachusetts.

Andrea and Laura engage in a deep, heartfelt conversation about how leadership, justice, and healing intersect — and how we can collectively move toward systems rooted in community, equity, and care rather than harm.

Listeners will gain powerful insights into:

  •  The realities of mass incarceration and its impact on women, families, and marginalized communities
  • The challenges Andrea has witnessed in the criminal justice system — and the resilience that emerges in response
  • Why healing-centered leadership is essential for building a more just and inclusive future
  • Andrea’s vision for One Commonwealth and how communities can come together to reimagine Massachusetts
  • Actionable steps listeners can take to support both their personal healing journeys and wider social justice movements

This inspiring conversation invites us to reimagine leadership as a form of spiritual medicine — a pathway to resilience, justice, and transformation.

Triggers And Spiritual Medicine is a grassroots podcast dedicated to authentic conversations on healing, spirituality, and justice. With no sponsors or ads, this space is sustained by heart, solidarity, and the voices of changemakers like Andrea James.

🔗 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform, YouTube, or directly at:

👉 https://triggersandspiritualmedicine.buzzsprout.com/

💜 If Andrea’s story moves you, please like, share, and follow to help amplify this growing community of healers, advocates, and visionaries.

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Episode 48: Heal Burnout And Trauma With The Sacred Pause: A 4-Step Spiritual Practice

In a world that is louder, faster, and more overwhelming than ever, our greatest spiritual medicine might just be… the pause.

In this soul-centered solo episode of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine, host Laura Bonetzky-Gaffney invites listeners into a grounded conversation about navigating chaos, reconnecting with inner wisdom, and honoring ancient healing traditions in a fast-paced modern world.

Laura shares personal reflections from her own journey as a multi-generational healer and intuitive — including how experiences of trauma, loss, and legal battles became catalysts for deep spiritual growth and professional transformation.

Rooted in her trauma-informed framework Stop — Pause — Breathe — Act, this episode is a nervous system balm and spiritual compass all in one.

What you’ll hear:

  • Why we’re collectively showing up like overstimulated toddlers—and what to do about it
  • A powerful mid-year check-in for 2025’s theme of discernment
  • How to shed spiritual urgency and act from alignment instead of trauma
  • A simple but potent 4-step framework to ground, center, and reclaim your energy
  • Real-life applications in relationships, healing work, social media, and spiritual spaces
  • A short guided practice to reset your nervous system
  • A collective tarot or oracle card message for August
Whether you’re a healer, seeker, survivor, or someone walking the path of soul-led living, this episode offers deep reminders of what’s possible when we choose to slow down and listen.

Inside this episode, you’ll explore:

  • The Sacred Pause: A trauma-informed framework for regulating your nervous system, making empowered decisions, and creating space for authentic healing
  • The Five Reiki Principles as a guide for living in harmony with nature, self, and others
  • The role of gratitude in shifting energy and anchoring resilience
  • How to discern truth and stay centered amidst societal overwhelm and spiritual bypassing
  • A call to preserve ancient wisdom traditions by engaging with them authentically — not performatively
  • You’ll also receive 3 simple yet powerful tips to help you integrate these insights into your everyday life.

This podcast is proudly 100% community-supported — no advertising dollars or paid sponsors, just real conversations rooted in healing, truth, and spiritual medicine.

Listen to this episode on all major streaming platforms, YouTube, or directly at:

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If this episode speaks to you, please share it with your community, leave a review, and help us continue building a movement rooted in connection and healing.

 

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Episode 47: Discernment And Liberation: Healing Through the Fire of July

Part 1: Energetic Forecast & Sovereignty

Part 2: The Healer & Caregiver Burnout

In this powerful July episode of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine, host Laura Bonetzky-Joseph offers an intimate and timely exploration of sovereignty, discernment, and ancestral healing. Rooted in her recent spiritual journey through sacred sites in Ireland, Laura reflects on the profound messages she received — including a series of unusual animal encounters — and how they relate to the global energetic climate we are all moving through.

As the United States celebrates independence, this episode invites a deeper look at the illusion of freedom, and what it truly means to reclaim your soul’s sovereignty. Laura also speaks candidly about her personal healing path, including her recent marriage, and the ancestral and spiritual practices that continue to guide her work.

Key topics include:

* July’s energetic forecast and the call for deeper spiritual discernment

* The importance of preserving ancient traditions in modern practice

* Messages from the land and spirit world during her 10-day ceremony in Ireland

* Listening to the body’s wisdom as a guide for truth and soul alignment

* Reclaiming personal and collective freedom through ancestral healing

Plus, Laura offers 3 practical tips to help support your own spiritual journey — grounded insights you can begin applying right away.

This is a community-driven podcast with no advertising dollars or paid sponsors. Just real, raw, and soul-centered conversations meant to empower your healing and transformation.

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Listen now on most major streaming platforms, YouTube, or visit:

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If this episode resonates, please share it with your community, and don’t forget to follow, like, and leave a review to support the podcast.

 

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Episode 46: Stage 4 Cancer to Triplet Mom—A Story of Miracles

In the latest episode of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine, host Laura Bonetzky-Joseph connects with Courtney Carey, a remarkable woman who has navigated life’s toughest challenges—from surviving stage 4 breast cancer at the age of 29 to becoming a mother of triplets through IVF.

Courtney opens up about her incredible healing journey, sharing the profound lessons she learned along the way. She discusses how mindfulness, setting boundaries, and trusting her body’s wisdom were instrumental in her recovery.

Courtney also reflects on her experiences with Reiki, the personal transformation she underwent during her battle with cancer, and how these life changes led to her becoming a mother through IVF after being told it might not be possible.

Key Highlights from This Episode:

  • Overcoming the shock and fear of a stage 4 cancer diagnosis
  • The importance of trusting your intuition and listening to your body during the healing process
  • The journey to motherhood through IVF and the miracle of having triplets
  • Mindfulness practices and how they helped Courtney navigate her life-changing experiences
  • Courtney’s 3 essential tips for embracing resilience and healing in the face of adversity

Courtney’s story is one of profound strength, resilience, and hope. Through her TikTok channel and podcast, she aims to inspire and uplift others who are on their own journeys of healing and personal growth.

This episode is part of our community-driven podcast with no paid sponsors or advertising dollars—just authentic conversations designed to inspire, heal, and connect.

Listen now on most streaming platforms, YouTube, or visit:  https://triggersandspiritualmedicine.buzzsprout.com/


Feel free to share your thoughts or feedback in the comments, and don’t forget to follow, like, and share this episode to spread the wisdom!

 

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TSM: Discernment And Rebirth – Walking Through the Fire of 2025

Triggers and Spiritual Medicine Podcast with Host Laura Bonetzky-Joseph

We’ve entered a powerful chapter in 2025—one that demands clarity, courage, and deep inner listening. In the latest episode of Triggers and Spiritual Medicine, Laura Bonetzky-Joseph explores the theme of discernment as both a spiritual tool and survival skill in today’s world as she weaves in the collective energies of May 2025.

This episode touches on the emotional, astrological, and ancestral layers of our collective evolution. Laura shares her insights on how to distinguish truth from illusion, why it’s time to reclaim ancestral wisdom, and how shedding old identities is essential for rebirth.

Key themes include:

  • Trusting your intuition and navigating spiritual truth vs. societal illusion
  • Facing karmic debts and embracing transformation
  • Upcoming astrological transits and their impact on political and personal shifts
  • Grounding in times of chaos through emotional regulation and nervous system care
  • Reclaiming soul-led leadership and moving beyond fear-based decision-making

Laura also offers 3 practical tips to help you ground, pause, and connect as you move through these intense energetic shifts.

This is a community-driven podcast—no ads, no paid sponsors—just heart-led wisdom offered to support collective healing and spiritual growth.

You can listen to the full episode on all major streaming platforms, YouTube, or by visiting:

https://triggersandspiritualmedicine.buzzsprout.com

If this episode resonates, we invite you to follow, like, share, and leave a comment. Your engagement helps us grow this intentional space and stay connected with those doing the deeper inner work

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TSM Episode 44: Sound Healing and Nada Yoga: Preserving Ancient Traditions for Modern Wellness With Guest Vikrant Rana

In the latest episode of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine, host Laura Bonetzky-Joseph sits down with Vikrant Rana, a certified sound therapist and Tantra Kundalini Yoga teacher from Boston Vibrations, to explore the transformative power of sound healing and Nada Yoga. Together, they dive deep into the importance of preserving ancient spiritual traditions and how these practices can guide us on our modern wellness journeys.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The connection between sound and spiritual growth through Nada Yoga.
  • The key differences between sound healing and sound baths, and why intentional use of sound is so powerful.
  • Why it’s crucial to honor wisdom keepers and preserve ancient healing practices, especially in the face of modern misconceptions.

Vikrant also shares three practical tips that will help guide you on your own spiritual journey, whether you’re just beginning or deepening your practice.

This episode is part of our community-driven podcast with no paid sponsors or advertising dollars—just real conversations that are meant to inspire and heal.

You can listen to this episode on most streaming platforms, YouTube, or directly on our website at Triggers And Spiritual Medicine Podcast.

About Vikrant:

Originally from Nepal, Vikrant (Vik) is a certified sound therapist specializing in the ancient practice of Nāda Yoga—the yoga of sound and vibration. He is also an initiated practitioner in the Shakta lineage of Tantra and a teacher of classical Tantric Kundalini Yoga. A lifelong student of Advaita Vedanta, Vik follows the path of non-duality as his spiritual foundation. Through his company, Boston Vibration, he offers sound healing, meditation, yoga, Tantric healing, and spiritual discourse on non-duality.

Vik personally crafts high-quality, ritualized metallic singing bowls and other sound healing instruments, which are available for purchase after his sessions or at festivals.

His deep and authentic understanding of these ancient traditions stems from years of study with esteemed teachers in Nepal and India. For over a decade, he has traveled across the USA and Canada, sharing his knowledge and offering practical insights from these timeless teachings—helping individuals integrate them into modern life for personal and spiritual growth.

Once a year, Vik organizes the Sathealing Journey to Nepal, a Tantric healing retreat that offers a profound experience of energy healing in the sacred land of Tantra. The next retreat is scheduled for October 5–16, 2025.

Link: https://linktr.ee/nepalhealing

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TSM Season 3 Episode 42: Pain , Power and Politics

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 43 of *Triggers and Spiritual Medicine* with your host, Laura Bonetzky-Joseph, and special guest, Brighid Murphy, a healing catalyst and wellness practitioner.

In this episode, we explore self-healing, personal empowerment, and overcoming health challenges. We dive into the impact of collective stress, the power of slowing down, and how creating space before reacting can lead to deeper healing and transformation.

Brighid shares insights on body awareness, mindfulness, and reclaiming personal power through natural remedies. She also offers three practical self-healing tips: creating a sanctuary, practicing mindfulness, and using natural remedies for well-being.

Tune in now for a powerful conversation on healing and transformation. If you found this episode helpful, please share, like and subscribe to support our non-commercialized efforts.

Watch the Full Video here https://youtu.be/q8xZVqnYJhQ?si=lx2i3_1UfpvGyPUd

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TSM Season 3 Episode 42: Moving Through Uncertainty

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 42 of Triggers and Spiritual Medicine, with your host, Laura Bonetzky-Joseph, and special guest, Ukumbwa Sauti.

In today’s episode, we dive deep into the pressing social and political issues shaping our world. As we navigate rising tensions, systemic oppression, and the battle over truth, we’ll explore how history informs the present, why awareness is key to survival, and how we can take meaningful action to create change.

Ukumbwa Sauti brings his expertise in anti-patriarchal, sharing three key insights on systemic oppression and social justice. He offers a critical perspective on the structures that shape our society and the paths forward. Together, we’ll discuss the power of education, the role of activism, and the importance of sustainable courage in uncertain times.

So, get comfortable, open your mind, and let’s move through uncertainty—together.

If you find this episode helpful, please like, subscribe, and share!

About Ukumbwa Sauti:

Ukumbwa Sauti, M.Ed. is a Consultant, Facilitator, Educator and Program Developer on issues of Anti-Racism, Anti-Patriarchy, Men’s Work, Consent and Culture. He has worked with religious organizations, cultural groups and regional organizations and has taught in higher education for 16 years engaging issues of Race, Gender, Environmental issues, Media and Culture.

Ukumbwa has been a member and supportive of numerous local, national and international organizations and movements advocating for Pan-Africanism, Anti-Racism, Relationship, Sexual and Intimacy safety and education and Men’s Development.

Ukumbwa has presented across New England, USAmerica, California, Toronto and Barbados. He has worked as Social Media Director for Voice Male Magazine and an organizer for the Greater Boston Men’s Network and is currently the moderator for the Men’s Work Initiative.

Learn More about Ukumbwa here