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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 41, Energies of 2025 Forecast: Discernment & Year of the Snake

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 41 of Triggers and Spiritual Medicine with your host, Laura Bonetzky-Joseph!

Laura takes us on a transformative journey through the energetic landscape of 2025, examining its themes using tarot, numerology, astrology, and insights from the Year of the Snake. We’ll unpack the lessons of 2024, including the concept of simultaneous duality, the surfacing of generational trauma, and the pivotal role of discernment in navigating unresolved issues.

Stay tuned as Laura shares three actionable tips to help you navigate the year’s energies with clarity and purpose.

Don’t forget to subscribe and join us on this incredible journey of healing and empowerment!

About Laura Bonetzky-Joseph

Laura is a multigenerational multidisciplinary healer and intuitive, author of 2 books – Feisty and The Secrets To Healing, psychic medium, spiritual guide & educator, facilitator, Jikiden Reiki Teacher, sacred activist, podcast host of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine and ceremonialist.Laura has been walking a sacred path for over five decades, & every step of the way has been a lesson in reclaiming power, healing, and breaking cycles.

Her journey began as a child with many many stories but nicknamed Dr. Doolittle for her connection with animals in need.

By age 12, she had already been published for my rescue & healing work.

Those early days set the stage for a life filled with service, intuition & a deep bond with the unseen world.

Since 2006, Laura has been offering spiritual based integrative therapies with a specialty in somatic trauma healing through Healing With Spirit and later with Healing Trauma Through Spirit.

But her work isn’t just about addressing symptoms. It’s about diving deep into the roots—whether they stem from chronic illness, end of life, ancestral lines, cultural conditioning, or life’s most challenging moments.

Laura’s approach is multidimensional weaving into a custom journey for each individual.

Starting in February she is leading another 6 month journey including an 8-day pilgrimage to Ireland in May/June to UNpack cultural conditioning, religious indoctrination and persecution to reclaim aspects lost or stolen from us or our ancestors.

What makes Laura different?

She does NOT follow trends.

She does NOT believe healing can be bought through fancy programs because everyone processes and heals differently and at different rates and seasons.

It’s a lifelong commitment, one she has apprenticed under wise elders to fully understand.

Laura’s work isn’t a weekend class; it’s decades of deep learning & devotion to walking my talk—every single day.

She is here to help folks to harness their power by addressing and healing root issues, reclaiming lost parts of themselves, reconnecting with ancestral wisdom, and aligning with Spirit.

With the energy of the Year of the Snake this year in 2025, we’re called to shed old patterns, embrace transformation, and honor the sacred feminine and our own healing.

Side note:
Laura is a divorced grandmother, lover of herbal plants and plant medicines, survivor of sexual assault and domestic violence, and a member of the TRAC Coalition in Massachusetts advocating for policy & legislative change for survivors of abuse.

Due to family court sanctioned abuse, her children were legally trafficked by way of family courts to a documented abuser in 2007 for for to never see again. It’s a mother’s worst nightmare, but she refuses to be a victim of circumstances and BEcome a champion for other women.

Learn more about Laura here

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TSM Season 3 Episode 38: Bridging Cultures, Yoga, Violence Prevention & Healing Of Generations

Welcome to Episode 38, Season 3 of “Triggers and Spiritual Medicine” with your host, Laura Bonetzky Joseph, and our Everlutionary guest, Hawah Kasat.

In this episode, Laura and Hawah engaged in a rich discussion on personal experiences, cultural identities, spiritual practices, and what it takes to be truly “Everlutionary”. They emphasized the importance of creating safe spaces and addressing global challenges with love, empathy, and cooperation.

Hawah shared stories of his upbringing in New Jersey and summers in India, which shaped his views on racism, xenophobia, and the need for healing. He discussed navigating cultural identities, founding the nonprofit One Common Unity, and becoming a UN delegate. Hawah highlighted the importance of expanding perspectives, finding joy in service, and the mental attitude necessary for spiritual growth.

Both Laura and Hawah discussed the challenges of translating spiritual practices like Reiki and yoga across cultures and spoke about the need for fostering belonging and redefining success.

We conclude with Hawah sharing 3 tips that emphasize the importance of creating safe spaces, fostering understanding, and addressing global challenges through love, empathy, and cooperation.

As always, please share, like, and support if you found this episode helpful.

 

About Hawah:

An award-winning author, educator, non-profit leader, TEDx speaker, poet, and yogi. For over 20 years, Hawah has been teaching violence prevention, social-emotional literacy, conflict transformation, the healing arts, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, and yoga to all types of students, from diverse demographics, around the globe.

Since childhood, Hawah has been exposed to the living traditions, culture, philosophy, and practices of his ancestral homeland of India, and offers a rare perspective on Eastern and Western dichotomies.

Hawah is co-founder and former Executive Director of One Common Unity (OCU), an award-winning non-profit organization that has impacted the lives of over 40,000 youth and families.

In 2018, OCU was awarded the National SHIFT Award for its pioneering work in integrating the healing arts with environmental stewardship. In 2019, Hawah was honored to receive Georgetown University’s “Legacy Of A Dream” Award at the Kennedy Center. The University presents the award annually to an inspirational emerging leader whose work embodies the values and spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

In the years prior, Hawah worked as an Americorps community organizer and mentor in Washington, D.C.’s most under-resourced neighborhood.

After graduating from American University, he was awarded a fellowship with the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Foundation to work as a special representative to the United Nations and the World Conference Against Racism.

Hawah has made appearances on XM National Satellite Radio, BBC, Fox News, NBC, ABC, CNN, The Washington Post, NPR, and Al Jazeera.  He has also been a guest speaker at Yale University, George Washington University, U.C.L.A., University of Colorado, Rollins College, University of Maryland, Georgetown University, Brown University, and many others.

Most recently, he helped launch Roots to Sky Sanctuary, a 125-acre BIPOC led regenerative farm and healing arts center situated in northern Appalachia where he serves as a Managing Partner. Over the years he has authored 4 books and produced 3 documentary films, including the widely acclaimed, “Fly By Light.”

Hawah Links

  • www.HawahKasat.com
  • Everlutionary Podcast on Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3yxTpXD
  • https://linktr.ee/everlutionary
  • IG & FB – @hawahkasat
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TSM Episode 37: Getting to the Roots: Healing, Growth, and Overcoming Obstacles

Welcome to Episode 37 of “Triggers and Spiritual Medicine” with your host  Laura Bonetzky-Joseph of Healing With Spirit and Healing Trauma Through Spirit.

In this episode Laura dives into addressing, getting into the roots and shares:

  • a few metaphor examples of what these roots can look like,
  • how they represent the foundation of everything—whether it’s physical health, emotional well-being, personal growth, or problem-solving.
  • Understanding the Roots
  • What “getting to the roots” means in different contexts (e.g., mental health, physical health, spiritual well-being)
  • Why addressing surface-level symptoms isn’t enough such as addressing the root cause of stress rather than just managing stress symptoms.
  • Address common misconceptions such as thinking short-term solutions will solve deep-seated issues.
  • Addressing cultural conditioning,  toxic capitalist structures as a root
  • Getting to the roots in healing physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually
  • The importance of identifying and processing deep-seated emotions
  • Exploring spiritual and soul roots and the role of spiritual beliefs and practices in addressing underlying issues.
  • Getting to the roots in growth personally & professionally
  • Understanding your core beliefs and values as the foundation for personal growth.
  • The importance of deepening connections and understanding the root of conflicts or misunderstandings in relationships.
  • Discuss how to identify the underlying causes of recurring challenges in life.

In the end Laura offers practical strategies for addressing and overcoming obstacles at their root with at least 3 actionable steps you can employ today to begin “getting to the roots” in their own lives.

About Laura:

Since 2006, Laura has helped thousands of people heal and reclaim aspects of themselves lost, stolen or forgotten by addressing and healing root issues, transform pain, bridge science, research and the practical magic of sacred, ancient traditions… with honor and integrity.  She is an experienced multi-generational multi-discipline healer & intuitive, psychic medium, Jikiden Reiki Teacher, best-selling author, speaker, award-winning advocate, spiritual teacher, sacred activist, former college educator, and survivor of domestic violence and sexual assault.

She’s apprenticed with an Osteopathic Physician for more than 20 years learning holistic health and preventative care and has also studied with indigenous teachers and lineage holders based in Japan, Ireland, and the Americas servicing a clientele who are diverse and inclusive from various ethnic cultures, skin color, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, and socio-economic backgrounds.

In 2022, Laura published two books. She’s the co-author of “Feisty: Dangerously Amazing Women Using Their Voices to Make an Impact”. Her chapter, “#MeTooFamilyCourts”, highlights what it takes to leave a domestic violence relationship in a broken system that punishes you.

Her first solo book published in October 2022, “The Secrets To Healing: An Invitation To Healing Trauma And Other Root Causes of Chronic Illness Using the Japanese Reiki Gokai” weaves her personal story, her work, the science, and the teachings with nine client case studies.

Laura currently sits on the Massachusetts domestic violence task force addressing legislation and policy for survivors of abuse.  Through her decades of advocacy & policy work, she puts difficult – sometimes unpopular – ideas into words that communicate well, yielding to possibilities, healing, change and growth.

As a guest speaker, she addresses intersectionality and root systems, provides proven practical ways to elevate and emPOWER others quickly… in a way bringing an authentic unique view with a unique talent and skill sets uncommon today.

Laura’s podcast, “Triggers and Spiritual Medicine,” can be found on YouTube, her website, and most podcast streaming platforms.

In 2025, Laura will be offering a 6 month journey including an 8 day all inclusive pilgrimage to Ireland in May/June that starts in February.

Additional Resources:

  • “The Secrets To Healing” by Laura Bonetzky-Joseph, (https://www.amazon.com/stores/Laura-Bonetzky-Joseph/author/B09QMVSW7Y?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true)
  • Dr. Jessica Taylor (https://www.drjessicataylor.com/)
  • Dr Emma Katz (https://dremmakatz.com/)
  • Linktree Link: https://linktr.ee/HealingWithSpirit for more about Laura, socials, Ireland trip, and more.
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TSM Episode 33: A Reiki Journey with Mari Okazaki

Welcome to Episode 33 of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine with Laura Bonetzky-Joseph, your host and special guest, Mari Okazaki talking about her Reiki journey.

In this episode, Mari shares her story of how she discovered Reiki in her life. As a Japanese woman living in Canada with a very sick infant, she talks about how Reiki changed her life and how she continues to share her journey and teachings now that she lives in Japan.

So, join us as Mari shares not only her wisdom but also three practical tips for bringing Reiki into your life. Let’s embark together on this journey of transformative healing energy!

About Mari

Mari is a full-time Reiki practitioner who has been offering Reiki sessions in her home studio on a daily basis since 2006. She also regularly teaches Jikiden Reiki® Shoden (Level 1) and Okuden (Level 2) Certification classes, as well as Shihankaku (assistant teacher) classes upon request.

Originally from Nagasaki, Japan, Mari now resides in both Chilliwack, BC, Canada, and Nagasaki, Goto, Japan.

She is one of the office staff at the Jikiden Reiki Institute and has been working as an organizer and translator for the Jikiden Reiki® Vancouver seminar since 2008, traveling to Halifax with Mr. Tadao Yamaguchi, the Co-founder of the Jikiden Reiki Institute. She continues to use Reiki to help her family, friends, and herself.

Since 2023, Mari has been living in Japan and helping to spread the teaching of Reiki in its birthplace.

To learn more about this podcast, Triggers and Spiritual Medicine, click here.