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2025 Year in Review: Shedding, Presence and Winter Solstice Prep for 2026

Welcome to the next episode of Triggers in Spiritual Medicine podcast and this one is BIG, with host, Laura Bonetzky-Gaffney.

In this month’s episode, I walk us through a powerful 2025 Year in Review through the lens of spiritual medicine, the bridge into 2026, and the thresholds between Samhain season and Winter Solstice.

This one feels like a transmission for anyone navigating big shifts, ancestral stirrings, or the call to step into their next becoming.

Weaving together:

🔥 What’s closing, what’s cracking open, and what 2025 is asking of us

🌬️ The liminal space between Samhain and Winter Solstice

🌱 The medicine of slowing down, listening deeper, and honoring the unseen

💛 How to stay rooted and resourced in uncertain times

🌀 Spiritual, energetic, and collective themes rising for the year ahead

The episode drops December 1st, and you can find it on YouTube and your favorite streaming platforms or go to

🔗https://triggersandspiritualmedicine.buzzsprout.com/

If you feel called to walk deeper into this work with me

• 1:1

• in community or groups

• or through ceremony

Here’s what’s coming:

Full calendar of events on our website or go to

🔗 www.LauraHealingWithSpirit.com/events

🌕 Medicine of the Wise Woman. — January 25

A collaboration with Christel on A living remembrance of the ancestors within.

🪘 Buffalo Medicine Drum Making with Janee King — March 8th

Only 3 spaces left. A ceremonial creation of your own healing drum.

🙏 Living Life as a Walking Prayer — March 28th

A collaboration w/ Roseanne of Four Winds One Breath

If your soul is tugging, I’m here.

If you’re ready to reclaim what’s been lost, forgotten, or taken, I’m here. And if you’re seeking guidance for the road ahead, I walk with you.

May you shed what no longer serves.

May your discernment sharpen.

May your presence anchor you.

And may you walk rooted in truth, guided by the wisdom of your body & your ancestors.

📚 Secrets to Healing can be found on Amazon or at our studio in Hingham MA

🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Healing-Invitation-Chronic-Japanese-ebook/dp/B0BHLKGL74

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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 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:

🎧 https://triggersandspiritualmedicine.buzzsprout.com/

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.

Part 1:

Part 2:

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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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, artist and a survivor of domestic violence and sexual assault.

She is a frequent guest on tv, radio, podcasts, conferences and summits talking about her story, healing trauma and root issues using spiritual based therapies, and her near 20-year professional experience working with others both in her private practice as well as a domestic violence advocate.

She is the podcast host of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine and the author of two books:

In 2022, she joined the TRAC Coalition to address two key legislative policies surrounding coercive control and litigation abuse.

In 2023, she testified on 11 times on various legislative bills in Massachusetts from healthcare freedom to coercive control, litigation abuse and a moratorium on building a new women’s prison to name a few.

In September 2024, Laura was the featured survivor speaker at the TRAC Coalition Celebration of the passage of the Coercive Control Bill and helped kick off the festivities with a meditative sound bath with the Tibetan Singing Bowls and Gong.

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TSM Episode 21: From Chaos to Power: Empowering People To Make A Difference in These Times

Welcome to Episode 21 of Triggers and Spiritual Medicine podcast with host, Laura Bonetzky-Joseph. Join us for amazing podcast episode on “From Chaos to Power: Empowering People To Make A Difference in These Times” with Brighid Murphy.

Brighid brings over 20 years experience as a solid rooted healer and activist into this deep rich conversation about real issues facing most folks today and how to navigate these challenging revolutionary times, we are in. In the end Brighid shares 3 tips on what you can do today to show up better in the world you want create and see.

ABOUT BRIGHID:

Brighid Murphy is a leading expert in transformational healing, a shamanic practitioner and teacher, and a healing catalyst. She’s a mentor and empowerment teacher for spiritual seekers and holistic healers.

Brighid created the Sacred Listening Method, facilities The Healers Collective, in-depth group immersions, and 1:1 healing experiences. She’s passionate about ceremonial healing through community and advocates for marginalized identities within the contemporary spiritual and wellness industries.

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Additional Resources:

ABOUT TRIGGERS & SPIRITUAL MEDICINE:

Real talk. Let’s address the elephant in the room to the growing “sickness” in our society, address root issues and provide sustainable solutions.

We hope by addressing the intersectionality and connect the dots like a web of many of society’s challenges, we can help others understand the trauma infection that impacts all areas of life – addiction, domestic violence, racism, homelessness, sexual abuse, chronic health issues, cancer, environmental issues, climate change and more. In this collaborative program, we hope to share a new perspective of solutions, healing, and resolutions.

Each episode addresses a certain trigger while offering the spiritual medicine with at least 3 tips or actionable steps our listeners can take and implement.

Please consider becoming a Patreon supporter to support our social justice initiatives https://www.patreon.com/HealingWithSpirit

Learn more about us, links to other podcasts, our books out on Amazon, social media outlets and more – Laura Healing With Spirit | Twitter, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree

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TSM Episode #20: Seeking Clarity Through the Labyrinth, A Daughter’s Journey Through Alzheimer’s

Welcome to Episode 20 of Triggers and Spiritual Medicine podcast with host, Laura Bonetzky-Joseph. Join us for amazing podcast episode on “Seeking Clarity Through the Labyrinth, A Daughter’s Journey Through Alzheimer’s” with author, business owner, labyrinth walker and facilitator Jessica Stokes.

Jessica brings her personal experience as a caregiver and professional experience as a labyrinth walker and facilitator into this conversation about a topic that affects so many families with the debilitating disease of dementia.

We share some hard truths, the spiritual medicine through such a difficult disease, some laughs, stories, and three tips to help guide you on this path.

Listen here:


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ABOUT Jessica Goldmuntz Stokes

Jessica Goldmuntz Stokes is an entrepreneur at heart. She co-owns a successful cleaning business in the Denver Metro area. She believes strongly in supporting all people on their journeys, wherever they are. Always seeking her own growth and truth, she teaches and performs belly dance, and practices Therapeutic Touch and Reiki. She is a daughter, a mom, a wife, a friend, and a caregiver. She has navigated multiple family members with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease. She is an avid labyrinth-walker, a Trained Veriditas Labyrinth Facilitator, and a published author. She provides Labyrinth workshops for anyone experiencing loss.

Seeking Clarity in the Labyrinth, A Daughter’s Journey Through Alzheimer’s is the story of my family’s way of supporting and eventually losing loved ones to Alzheimer’s. At times, it was like walking the path inside a labyrinth, we got turned around, and even lost. Yet it is also a story of how we found our way out of loss and confusion. I hope this story helps others find solace and peace. My wish for the reader is that this book will give them a sliver of strength, perhaps some clarity, and tools for healing.

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ABOUT TRIGGERS & SPIRITUAL MEDICINE PODCAST:

Real talk. Let’s address the elephant in the room to the growing “sickness” in our society, address root issues and provide sustainable solutions. We hope by addressing the intersectionality and connect the dots like a web of many of society’s challenges, we can help others understand the trauma infection that impacts all areas of life – addiction, domestic violence, racism, homelessness, sexual abuse, chronic health issues, cancer, environmental issues, climate change and more.

In this collaborative program, we hope by highlighting these infected areas and what they share in common, a new perspective of solutions, healing, and resolutions can be birthed.

Each episode addresses a certain trigger while offering the spiritual medicine with at least 3 tips or actionable steps our listeners can take and implement.

Please consider becoming a Patreon supporter to support our social justice initiatives https://www.patreon.com/HealingWithSpirit

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Episode #17: 2022 in Review & 2023 Psychic Spirit Energy Forecast

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 17 of Triggers and Spiritual Medicine podcast with host, Laura Bonetzky-Joseph. In this episode, we decided to do an energy forecast for the 2023 year with three key takeaways in the end.

  • 2022 in Review
  • What did we learn & how are we moving forward
  • 2023 Numerology
  • 2023 Energies
  • Tarot Card Energies
  • Power of Crow/Raven Magic
  • Three in numerology
  • “0” in numerology
  • Surrender the Ego
  • Plus 3 Key takeaways

ABOUT TRIGGERS & SPIRITUAL MEDICINE PODCAST:

Real talk. Let’s address the elephant in the room to the growing “sickness” in our society, address root issues and provide sustainable solutions.

We hope by addressing the intersectionality and connect the dots like a web of many of society’s challenges, we can help others understand the trauma infection that impacts all areas of life – addiction, domestic violence, racism, homelessness, sexual abuse, chronic health issues, cancer, environmental issues, climate change and more.

In this NEW collaborative program, we hope by highlighting these infected areas and what they share in common, a new perspective of solutions, healing, and resolutions can be birthed.

Each episode addresses a certain trigger while offering the spiritual medicine with at least 3 tips or actionable steps our listeners can take and implement.

Vision: To break the unrecognized endemic of unresolved unhealed trauma & create sustainable systems for recovery, healing & empowerment.

Mission: To help others rediscover the power that lies within and to find that treasure buried in the depths of the shadows. To help them become their own superhero.

Please consider becoming a Patreon supporter to support our social justice initiatives https://www.patreon.com/HealingWithSpirit

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Triggers & Spiritual Medicine #12: Addressing the Mindset and Roots to Clutter

Welcome to Episode 12 of Triggers and Spiritual Medicine podcast with host, Laura Bonetzky-Joseph. Join us for amazing podcast episode on “Addressing the Mindset and Roots to Clutter” with Declutter Expert, Krystal Holm

In this episode we dig in the roots that causes clutter.  Like why is it so hard for some of us to declutter?

Why do we sometimes run away or avoid decluttering? Why is history of unresolved trauma linked to clutter?

We talk about how the mind affects our external environments and why addressing the internal clutter, can help with the external. We talk about the blocks, attachments to things, causes, and offer tips on how to move past it so you can free yourself from the clutter that is robbing you of your freedom.

ABOUT KYRSTAL Holm

Krystal is a Feng Shui Master, Interior Designer, Clutter Expert, & trauma survivor who helps work-from-home entrepreneurs turn their spaces into offices they love to work in (even if they suck at it). Using her proprietary framework, The Designed Life Method℠ Mind, Body, Soul, Home, she helps her clients declutter and design a workspace that empowers them to create the life & business that they want.

Krystal shows women how to use their workspace as a 3D vision board to help them design who they are becoming & the life they want with it, right into their space.

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For more information on this podcast or other offerings with Healing With Spirit: https://linktr.ee/HealingWithSpirit

ABOUT TRIGGERS & SPIRITUAL MEDICINE:

Vision: To break the unrecognized endemic of unresolved unhealed trauma & create sustainable systems for recovery, healing & empowerment.

Mission: To help others rediscover the power that lies within and to find that treasure buried in the depths of the shadows. To help them become their own superhero.

We hope by addressing the intersectionality and connect the dots like a web of many of society’s challenges, we can help others understand the trauma infection that impacts all areas of life – addiction, domestic violence, racism, homelessness, sexual abuse, chronic health issues, cancer, environmental issues, climate change and more. In this NEW collaborative program, we hope by highlighting these infected areas and what they share in common, a new perspective of solutions, healing, and resolutions can be birthed.