Episodes

  • From Heartbreak to Healing, with Jenifer Walsh, Author of “Necessary Grief”

    From Heartbreak to Healing, with Jenifer Walsh, Author of “Necessary Grief”
    Nov 13 2024
    In this episode of The Women's Sanctuary podcast, host Arlia Hoffman spoke with Jenifer Walsh, trauma-informed somatic coach, artist and author of “Necessary Grief” Jenifer shared her journey from a life-changing trip to Paris to overcoming the end of a 27-year relationship. She discussed how these experiences led her to empower herself through painting and coaching. Jenifer described her methodologies, including compassionate inquiry and internal family systems, emphasizing the importance of listening deeply to oneself and trusting the process. Jenifer’s inspiring story showcases the transformative power of grief, self-trust, and authentic living. About Jenifer: Jenifer Walsh is a trauma informed somatic coach who is also informed in Compassionate Inquiry and Internal Family Systems, an author and an artist in the Chicagoland area. She has been a mental health advocate for over 20 years and has four children, one who is diagnosed with autism, the other has a serious mental illness diagnosis. She is currently seeing clients, published her first book and recently showed her paintings at a local art gallery. Recently she put to use all the tools of her trauma work through the ending of her 27-year relationship. She works with clients with mother wounds and those coming out of difficult relationships. Necessary Grief Jenifer’s Art Jenifer’s Coaching About The Women's Sanctuary The Women's Sanctuary was founded in 2014 as a haven for women to be in community. The Women's Sanctuary offers connection through The Women's Sanctuary podcast, personal coaching for soul and body, and group events like temple practice. Rooted in the tradition of women's circles throughout history, The Women's Sanctuary is a place of sacred rest, sacred connection, healing, and belonging. Website | Facebook | Instagram | PInterest About Arlia Hoffman Arlia Hoffman is founder of The Women's Sanctuary and The Women's Agency. She is an ordained minister and shamanic mentor and holds a Masters in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is passionate about supporting women as they re-member themselves. In The Women's Sanctuary, she facilitates sacred sisterhood, mentors women, and hold sacred events. Connect with Arlia: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • Rediscovering Joy, Community, and Resilience with Routh Chadwick

    Rediscovering Joy, Community, and Resilience with Routh Chadwick
    Oct 29 2024
    Host Arlia Hoffman welcomed transformative coach and educator Routh Chadwick. They explored the vital shift from individualism to a community focus, emphasizing the necessity of cultivating self-trust amid societal chaos. Routh shared insights on intuitive living, the balance between creativity and daily demands, and practical strategies to achieve pure joy and a peaceful mindset. She talked about the importance of disconnecting from technology to foster genuine presence and resilience. Routh's personal journey from acting to psychotherapy highlighted systemic issues she experienced contributing to burnout and the creation of her 'Work Life Playbook' program. She and Arlia discussed the need for breaking away from outdated power structures, grounding oneself through nature and creativity, and establishing supportive, sacred communities. Discover Routh's inspiring work and available resources to reconnect with joy and combat burnout through her mini-courses and one-on-one coaching. About Routh: Routh Chadwick is a Transformative Coach and Educator with a foundation in psychotherapy and a background in the performing arts. Through her own “heroine’s journey” over the span of her life and career, she has gathered invaluable skills and tools as a performing artist, a clinical psychotherapist, and a lifelong seeker. Having spent the past ten years cultivating her craft in the field of transformative coaching, she has alchemized all her learning into a unique framework. She guides her clients out of stress, distress and confusion and into the space of clarity and confidence where they can intentionally design a life that reflects their highest potential. Her multidimensional process enable her clients to tune out all the noise and harness their innate creativity and resilience so that, step by step, they can create the work / the projects / the money / the relationships they have been truly yearning for. Her specialty is helping burnt out artists, creatives and social impact professionals reconnect with the joy and passion that originally drew them to their chosen fields. Her signature program, the Work-Life Playbook helps these individuals throw out the old rule book that keeps them sacrificing their health and wellbeing in the pursuit of success. They emerge from the program with a new playbook based on a game-changing paradigm for sustainable success and fulfillment. Website | Mini-Course | LinkedIn About The Women's Sanctuary The Women's Sanctuary was founded in 2014 as a haven for women to be in community. The Women's Sanctuary offers connection through The Women's Sanctuary podcast, personal coaching for soul and body, and group events like temple practice. Rooted in the tradition of women's circles throughout history, The Women's Sanctuary is a place of sacred rest, sacred connection, healing, and belonging. Website | Facebook | Instagram | PInterest About Arlia Hoffman Arlia Hoffman is founder of The Women's Sanctuary and The Women's Agency. She is an ordained minister and shamanic mentor and holds a Masters in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is passionate about supporting women as they re-member themselves. In The Women's Sanctuary, she facilitates sacred sisterhood, mentors women, and hold sacred events. Connect with Arlia: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Redefining Reality, with Anya Lincoln, Author of "I Am: A Guide to Transforming Reality and Creating the Life You Want"

    Redefining Reality, with Anya Lincoln, Author of "I Am: A Guide to Transforming Reality and Creating the Life You Want"
    Oct 29 2024
    Teacher and author Anya Lincoln talked with host Arlia Hoffman about profound concepts of identity, consciousness, and transformation. Anya discussed individuation, moving beyond inherited mindsets, and the necessity of new thinking to solve current challenges. She shared her personal journey from communist Russia to self-realization and explores the importance of letting go of old identities for sustainable change. Anya and Arlia focused on self-awareness, overcoming ego-driven fears, and achieving deeper creativity and connection. Anya introduced her book 'I Am' and her new nonprofit, the Aurora Center for Spiritual Inquiry. About Anya Anya Lincoln is a spiritual thinker, teacher, and author of "I Am: A Guide to Transforming Reality and Creating the Life You Want." She is the creator of Identity Work, a groundbreaking process designed to identify and dismantle hidden beliefs that shape our reality and drive us to repeat life patterns. Anya's work focuses on shifting collective consciousness by helping individuals awaken to their true nature, step outside reactive thinking, and create the world we genuinely desire. Website | Instagram | TikTok About The Women's Sanctuary The Women's Sanctuary was founded in 2014 as a haven for women to be in community. The Women's Sanctuary offers connection through The Women's Sanctuary podcast, personal coaching for soul and body, and group events like temple practice. Rooted in the tradition of women's circles throughout history, The Women's Sanctuary is a place of sacred rest, sacred connection, healing, and belonging. Website | Facebook | Instagram | PInterest About Arlia Hoffman Arlia Hoffman is founder of The Women's Sanctuary and The Women's Agency. She is an ordained minister and shamanic mentor and holds a Masters in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is passionate about supporting women as they re-member themselves. In The Women's Sanctuary, she facilitates sacred sisterhood, mentors women, and hold sacred events. Connect with Arlia: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • The Cosmic Dialogue: Insights from Astrologer Marcia Wade

    The Cosmic Dialogue: Insights from Astrologer Marcia Wade
    Oct 15 2024
    Astrologer Marcia Wade from Star Sister Astrology shared the astrological elements shaping our current reality in a compelling conversation with host Arlia Hoffman. Highlighting the importance of embracing uncertainty and using astrology as a guide, Wade provides insights on the pivotal role of Saturn and Neptune's conjunction in Pisces, as well as the upcoming movements of Pluto and Uranus. They discussed cosmic feminine energy, the need for internal resourcefulness, and the unfolding possibilities as we enter a new astrological era. Marcia and Arlia also touched on how individuals can utilize lunar cycles to align their personal growth with cosmic rhythms. About Marcia Lifelong stargazer, wanderer, marveler. Writer, astrologer, teacher. Shaped by the sixties, cracked open by now. Star Sister Astrology is a one-woman astrology practice, offering personal, couples', and family readings, as well as small-group deep dives into a wide range of subjects. Website | Facebook About The Women's Sanctuary The Women's Sanctuary was founded in 2014 as a haven for women to be in community. The Women's Sanctuary offers connection through The Women's Sanctuary podcast, personal coaching for soul and body, and group events like temple practice. Rooted in the tradition of women's circles throughout history, The Women's Sanctuary is a place of sacred rest, sacred connection, healing, and belonging. Website | Facebook | Instagram | PInterest About Arlia Hoffman Arlia Hoffman is founder of The Women's Sanctuary and The Women's Agency. She is an ordained minister and shamanic mentor and holds a Masters in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is passionate about supporting women as they re-member themselves. In The Women's Sanctuary, she facilitates sacred sisterhood, mentors women, and hold sacred events. Connect with Arlia: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Healing Through Self-Trust, with Amy Gernaat

    Healing Through Self-Trust, with Amy Gernaat
    Sep 17 2024
    In this episode of The Women's Sanctuary, hosted by Arlia Hoffman, vitality coach and mentor Amy Gernaat returned to discuss the evolution of her work over the past year. Amy shared her journey of guiding women to trust their body's natural wisdom and ability to heal. Amy and Arlia explored the importance of listening to the body's signals, the impact of societal beliefs on our health, and simple practices to reconnect with our bodies. Amy stressed the significance of community and groundedness as the world undergoes rapid changes. She offered practical steps for building a trusting relationship with the body, emphasizing the need for simplicity and awareness in our daily lives. About Amy: Amy Gernaat is a Vitality Coach and Mentor and master in the art of guiding women to unwavering trust in their bodies brilliance and ability to heal. Amy began her path to wellness work through her own health journey after experiencing years of chronic health issues and burnout before learning how to heal herself. After her own observation and experimentation and coming home to the power and wisdom of her body she now devotes that energy to supporting women to reclaim their health and vitality for the Whole Woman. Amy conducts her business based in deeply rooted values for nourishment and self trust and guides women in learning how to come home to their bodies and care for themselves in unique ways to create deeply nourished powerful lives. Through her services, women heal themselves and turn towards the path of building a deeply nourished life to become the next versions of themselves. Amy G Vitality is a space for women to re-connect to the most intimate relationship they will have during their lives. Their bodies. This is so much more than self love. This is partnering with your own innate and unique wisdom to understand that symptoms and sensations are communication. Your body knows exactly what she is doing at all times. This is the space to listen, build, and live health. Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn About The Women's Sanctuary The Women's Sanctuary was founded in 2014 as a haven for women to be in community. The Women's Sanctuary offers connection through The Women's Sanctuary podcast, personal coaching for soul and body, and group events like temple practice. Rooted in the tradition of women's circles throughout history, The Women's Sanctuary is a place of sacred rest, sacred connection, healing, and belonging. Website | Facebook | Instagram | PInterest About Arlia Hoffman Arlia Hoffman is founder of The Women's Sanctuary and The Women's Agency. She is an ordained minister and shamanic mentor and holds a Masters in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is passionate about supporting women as they re-member themselves. In The Women's Sanctuary, she facilitates sacred sisterhood, mentors women, and hold sacred events. Connect with Arlia: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Overcoming Avoidance, with Jen Butler, Screenwriter and Storyteller

    Overcoming Avoidance, with Jen Butler, Screenwriter and Storyteller
    Sep 3 2024
    Host Arlia Hoffman talked with Jen Butler, focusing on Jen's journey as a screenwriter, storyteller, and influencer. Jen discussed her approach to tackling internet trolls, expressing vulnerability, and blogging about her 'Avoidance Journey,' where she confronts tasks she has avoided. She also vulnerably shared about her recovery, the evolution from self-hate to self-love, the importance of authenticity, and her mixed creative endeavors. Jen's honesty and playful approach, including her white tassel cowgirl boots and unique methods like the Goal-ephant, resonate with her large TikTok and Instagram following. The conversation touched on deep emotional struggles, personal growth, and the importance of taking action despite fear. About Jen Jen Butler is a content creator, comedian, and screenwriter focusing on the complex nature of humans as they navigate spiritual and emotional awakenings. Her recent project, the "Avoidance Journey" she started to help her move through resistance, is becoming very popular as others are using the process in their own lives. Check out her profiles for her Avoidance Journey posts, and her Etsy store to get your own Goal-ephant. Website | Instagram | TikTok| Etsy About The Women's Sanctuary The Women's Sanctuary was founded in 2014 as a haven for women to be in community. The Women's Sanctuary offers connection through The Women's Sanctuary podcast, personal coaching for soul and body, and group events like temple practice. Rooted in the tradition of women's circles throughout history, The Women's Sanctuary is a place of sacred rest, sacred connection, healing, and belonging. Website | Facebook | Instagram | PInterest About Arlia Hoffman Arlia Hoffman is founder of The Women's Sanctuary and The Women's Agency. She is an ordained minister and shamanic mentor and holds a Masters in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is passionate about supporting women as they re-member themselves. In The Women's Sanctuary, she facilitates sacred sisterhood, mentors women, and hold sacred events. Connect with Arlia: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Art is Life: Exploring the Creative Process with Maria Bowler

    Art is Life: Exploring the Creative Process with Maria Bowler
    Aug 21 2024
    Host Arlia Hoffman welcomed Maria Bowler, a writer, coach, and retreat leader, for a rich conversation about the intersection of creativity, consistency, and discipline in the creative process. Arlia and Maria discussed the idea of creativity as a collaboration with the world's materials and experiences. They examined the nature of consistency as unwavering dedication to one's creative process. Maria introduced the idea of discipline as a commitment to self-awareness and curiosity rather than rigid adherence to schedules and highlights the importance of embracing our unique creative flow. The conversation emphasized the spiritual and relational aspects of creativity and the importance of redefining productivity through a more personal and intrinsic lens. About Maria Bowler Maria Bowler is a writer, coach, and retreat leader. She holds a masters in religion and the arts from Yale University, is a former magazine editor, and has taught creative writing at the university level. Canadian by birth, she now lives in the Driftless region of the US with her family. Website | Instagram | Substack About The Women's Sanctuary The Women's Sanctuary was founded in 2014 as a haven for women to be in community. The Women's Sanctuary offers connection through The Women's Sanctuary podcast, personal coaching for soul and body, and group events like temple practice. Rooted in the tradition of women's circles throughout history, The Women's Sanctuary is a place of sacred rest, sacred connection, healing, and belonging. Website | Facebook | Instagram | PInterest About Arlia Hoffman Arlia Hoffman is founder of The Women's Sanctuary and The Women's Agency. She is an ordained minister and shamanic mentor and holds a Masters in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is passionate about supporting women as they re-member themselves. In The Women's Sanctuary, she facilitates sacred sisterhood, mentors women, and hold sacred events. Connect with Arlia: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • Flourishing in Singlehood with Bella DePaulo, PhD, author of “Single at Heart”

    Flourishing in Singlehood with Bella DePaulo, PhD, author of “Single at Heart”
    Aug 7 2024
    Bella DePaulo, a renowned researcher and author specializing in singlehood joined host Arlia Hoffman to discuss singlehood and her new book, Single at Heart. Bella shared her life's work in championing single people, debunking cultural myths about singlehood, and the unique ways singles flourish. The conversation covered Bella's research findings, personal experiences, and her advocacy for a positive and affirming perspective on living single. Bella and Arlia also considered the social dynamics and the challenges single individuals face, providing insights into how they can lead fulfilling and independent lives, and how everyone can be an ally to this community. About Bella Bella DePaulo (Ph.D., Harvard) has always been single and always will be. The Atlantic calls her “America’s foremost thinker and writer on the single experience.” She is the author of Single at Heart: The Power, Freedom, and Heart-Filling Joy of Single Life (gold medal winner, Independent Publisher Book Awards) and other books. Her TEDx talk, “What no one ever told you about people who are single,” has been viewed more than 1.7 million times. Professor DePaulo has been writing the “Living Single” blog for Psychology Today since 2008. Website | “Single at Heart” About The Women's Sanctuary The Women's Sanctuary was founded in 2014 as a haven for women to be in community. The Women's Sanctuary offers connection through The Women's Sanctuary podcast, personal coaching for soul and body, and group events like temple practice. Rooted in the tradition of women's circles throughout history, The Women's Sanctuary is a place of sacred rest, sacred connection, healing, and belonging. Website | Facebook | Instagram | PInterest About Arlia Hoffman Arlia Hoffman is founder of The Women's Sanctuary and The Women's Agency. She is an ordained minister and shamanic mentor and holds a Masters in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is passionate about supporting women as they re-member themselves. In The Women's Sanctuary, she facilitates sacred sisterhood, mentors women, and hold sacred events. Connect with Arlia:
Facebook | Instagram | TikTok 00:00 Welcome to The Women's Sanctuary 00:44 Introducing Bella DePaulo 01:50 The Reality of Singlehood 02:37 Research Insights on Single Life 03:19 Personal Experiences and Societal Bias 05:13 Shifting Career Focus 06:27 Flourishing as a Single Person 13:10 The Value of Solitude 14:57 Challenges and Stereotypes 28:38 Community and Support for Singles 30:59 How to Be an Ally to Singles 34:10 Closing Remarks and Contact Information Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins