The Jōrni Podcast

Episode 350 - The Healing Power of Slowing Down with Renee Blodgett

January 9, 2026The Jōrni PodcastEpisode 350 - The Healing Power of Slowing Down with Renee BlodgettThis episode contains adult subject matter and some listeners may be triggered by this content. Listener discretion is advised.In this episode, we explore what happens when the pace of success begins to take more than it gives. Years of being “always on” in a world that rewards doing over being can slowly pull us away from meaning, connection, and the natural rhythms that keep us grounded. What follows is an awakening that often begins not in the noise of achievement but in the quiet moments where we finally stop running.RENEE BLODGETTNovelist, curator, journalist, conscious business leader, photographer, humanitarian, and modern mystic, Renee Blodgett has lived multiple lives in one. Having traveled around the world, she has plenty of stories to share, from riding elephants in the Indian jungle, photographing polar bears in northern Canada, teaching English in Kenya, and exploring glaciers in Iceland, to name a few.Known as a master of storytelling, she has written for magazines, blog networks, the Huffington Post, and her own award-winning online travel magazine, We Blog the World, which has over half a million reach globally. For 12 years, she has been the co-curator of TEDxBerkeley, one of the more prestigious TEDx events in the United States. Renee has worked with the Smithsonian, the United Nations, celebrities, actors, musicians with Grammy Awards under their belt and renowned technology entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley, Europe, Australia and Asia, both as agency head of Magic Sauce Media and as founder of Blue Soul Media.Renee and her partner founded Blue Soul Earth, where they lead retreats and membership programs that focus on heart-centered living, universal consciousness, masculine and feminine balance, and our human existence. Their award-winning and best-selling book, Magdalene’s Journey, incorporates some of these teachings while merging science and spirituality.RESOURCEShttps://www.bluesoulearth.comhttps://www.bluesoulmedia.comhttps://www.studywithspirit.comhttps://www.youtube.com/bluesoulearthBlue Soul Chats Podcasthttps://www.anchor.fm/bluesoulchatshttps://www.magdalenesjourney.comhttps://www.themagdalenecollection.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bluesoulearthhttps://www.instagram.com/weblogtheworldhttps://www.instagram.com/luxuryfoodieshttps://www.instagram.com/magdalenesjourneyhttps://www.themagdalenecollection.comhttps://www.facebook.com/bluesoulearthTHE JORNI RESOURCEShttps://thejornipodcast.com for show noteshttps://thejorniblog.com for more holistic healing and mental health resourceshttps://thejorni.comLIKED THIS EPISODE?Share this episode on social media and leave us a short review!https://thejornipodcast.com/episode-350-the-healing-power-of-slowing-down-with-renee-blodgett

Episode 349 - Untangling the Mind with Dr. Lesley Kirkpatrick

January 6, 2026The Jōrni PodcastEpisode 349 - Untangling the Mind with Dr. Lesley KirkpatrickWhen we experience stress and our emotions begin to rise, our minds can feel crowded and difficult to untangle. Understanding those patterns helps bring attention back to what is happening inside us and opens space to respond with more intention and compassion.As technology evolves, digital support for mental health is becoming more personal and accessible. We explore how technology is profoundly changing the landscape of mental health care, opening possibilities that are transforming not only how we heal but how we understand the mind itself.DR. LESLEY KIRKPATRICKDr. Lesley Kirkpatrick completed a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree with an Honours in Psychology at St. Francis Xavier University (STFX). Following her initial degree, Dr. Kirkpatrick completed her medical degree (M.B., B.Ch., B.A.O) at the National University of  Ireland, Galway (NUIG) and her residency in Psychiatry at Dalhousie University.Dr. Kirkpatrick’s practice focuses predominantly on psychiatric consultation and group therapy through the modality of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).Dr. Kirkpatrick is also the founder of mindcomb: A mental health audio app designed to meet you where you are emotionally. Whether you are struggling, thriving or somewhere in between, each audio is backed by science, rooted in clinical psychiatric experience and paired with original sound design.RESOURCEShttps://www.instagram.com/mindcombapp/https://www.instagram.com/drlesleykirkpatrick/https://mindcombapp.com/Discount Code - 10% Off MindcombJORNI10THE JORNI RESOURCEShttps://thejornipodcast.com for show noteshttps://thejorniblog.com for more holistic healing and mental health resourceshttps://thejorni.comLIKED THIS EPISODE?Share this episode on social media and leave us a short review!https://thejornipodcast.com/episode-349-untangling-the-mind-with-dr-lesley-kirkpatrick

Episode 348 - Social Anxiety Meets Artificial Intelligence with Jamie Pastrano and Brittany Moser

January 2, 2026The Jōrni PodcastEpisode 348 - Social Anxiety Meets Artificial Intelligence with Jamie Pastrano and Brittany MoserFor many neurodivergent adults, building connection can create anxiety and uneasiness. This episode explores how emerging technology is offering ways to make social interaction feel safer, easier, and more authentic.JAMIE PASTRANOAs the mother of a son with autism, Jamie Pastrano has both personal and professional experience with autism, and has been navigating support services since his diagnosis at age two.Professionally, Jamie received a Master of Social Work degree from Wurzweiler University and a PEERS certification from UCLA. PEERS is an evidence-based social skills treatment for adolescents and young adults with ASD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other socio-emotional problems. She has worked in crisis intervention for families of children with developmental disabilities and 20+ years as an executive sales director for a benefits consulting firm.Jamie is committed to offering her experiences as a Certified Social Worker, PEERS provider, and mother to help support neurodivergent young adults achieve their social, vocational, and independent living goals.She lives in New York City with her husband, Jason, two children, Jesse and Cameron, and her French bulldog, Ferguson.BRITTANY MOSERBrittany Moser is the Director of Learning Design in the Higher Education space and a respected Autism Specialist who brings Australian-born perspectives to her work in the United States. With a Master’s degree in Autism Studies and extensive experience in NYC schools, she has dedicated her career to developing innovative tools and resources that enhance the lives of the autism community.In her current role, Brittany leads learning design initiatives in higher education while maintaining active corporate consulting focused on improving neurodiverse workplace practices and understanding. Drawing from her creative approach and deep understanding of neurodiversity, she specializes in crafting personalized support strategies that address the unique needs of both educational institutions and corporate environments.Her diverse experience spans from direct support work in NYC schools to transforming organizational practices through her consulting work. Her commitment to understanding and meeting the diverse needs of this population, combined with her expertise in learning design, has established her as a trusted voice in both educational and corporate settings. She consistently seeks out opportunities to develop new resources and methodologies that better serve the autism community and create more inclusive environments across all sectors.RESOURCEShttps://joinsynchrony.comhttps://www.instagram.com/joinsynchrony/https://www.facebook.com/joinsynchronyhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/join-synchrony/THE JORNI RESOURCEShttps://thejornipodcast.com for show noteshttps://thejorniblog.com for more holistic healing and mental health resourceshttps://thejorni.comLIKED THIS EPISODE?Share this episode on social media and leave us a short review!https://thejornipodcast.com/episode-348-social-anxiety-meets-artificial-intelligence-with-jamie-pastrano-and-brittany-moser

Episode 347 - Awakening into Your Highest Potential with Yasmina Ellins

December 30, 2025The Jōrni PodcastEpisode 347 - Awakening into Your Highest Potential with Yasmina EllinsThis episode contains adult subject matter and some listeners may be triggered by this content. Listener discretion is advised.Transformation begins when we reconnect with the deeper layers of who we are. It starts when life cracks us open just enough to feel, to listen, and to reconnect with what makes us come alive. This episode explores how pain might become a catalyst for awakening and how heart alignment can lead toward our highest potential.The episode reflects on the rhythm of growth, the importance of connection, and the courage it can take to live with both feet in the present. For anyone standing on the edge of change, this conversation offers a glimpse of what expansion might look like when we stop striving and start allowing.YASMINA ELLINSYasmina Ellins is the secret weapon behind some of the world’s most visionary leaders, artists, and impact-driven innovators. With laser-sharp intuition and disarming presence, she guides them to grow their wealth, expand their influence, and create a life that feels like magic.She wasn’t born magnetic. Once a painfully shy girl who hid in the library to avoid speaking to her classmates, Yasmina Ellins spent years trying to figure out how to belong. She tried all kinds of things to feel seen — learning the Rubik’s cube, becoming a magician. Nothing worked. But everything changed at sixteen when she typed “how to get charisma” into Google. That moment sparked a lifelong journey of transformation — and a mission to help others feel the connection she once craved.Today, Yasmina is a Cambridge University graduate, sought-after TEDx speaker, bestselling co-author with the Founder of Reebok, and co-creator of the Maverick NEXT Impact Award, which brought rising entrepreneurs to Sir Richard Branson’s private island for mentorship with global business icons.Beyond business, Yasmina is a creative at heart. A classically trained musician from the Royal College of Music, she has performed at the Pantheon in Rome and live on BBC Radio. She has a deep love for acting, improv comedy, bachata dancing and storytelling — and writes songs, poetry and prose to capture the human experience. She’s learned 8 languages and loves to travel the world to connect with different cultures — everything from living with nuns in Italy to dining with royalty in the Palace of Versailles.Whether through music, movement, or meaningful relationships, Yasmina believes connection is the true catalyst for limitless impact.RESOURCEShttps://www.yasminaellinsmedia.comhttps://www.instagram.com/yasminaellinshttps://www.yasminaellins.comTHE JŌRNI RESOURCEShttps://thejornipodcast.com for show noteshttps://thejorniblog.com for more holistic healing and mental health resourceshttps://thejorni.comLIKED THIS EPISODE?Share this episode on social media and leave us a short reviewhttps://thejornipodcast.com/episode-347-awakening-into-your-highest-potential-with-yasmina-ellins

Episode 346 - Breaking the Cycle of Limiting Beliefs with Lawrence Harris

December 26, 2025The Jōrni PodcastEpisode 346 - Breaking the Cycle of Limiting Beliefs with Lawrence HarrisThis episode contains adult subject matter and some listeners may be triggered by this content. Listener discretion is advised.The stories we grow up with can become invisible limits, guiding our choices long after we’ve outgrown them. This episode looks at how those early beliefs take hold and what happens when we finally begin to question them.Change begins the moment we recognize that our past doesn’t decide our future. In this conversation, awareness turns into action as we explore how to release old patterns and create a life that feels truly our own.LAWRENCE HARRISLawrence Harris is a speaker and author dedicated to helping teens and young adults break free from limiting beliefs. Through his powerful storytelling and lived experiences, he inspires audiences to embrace self-worth and growth. His message connects deeply with anyone ready to heal, rebuild, and rise above their past.RESOURCEShttps://www.instagram.com/lawrencec.empowershttps://youtube.com/@lawrencecempowershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrence-harris-8b0177324THE JŌRNI RESOURCEShttps://thejornipodcast.com for show noteshttps://thejorniblog.com for more holistic healing and mental health resourceshttps://thejorni.comLIKED THIS EPISODE?Share this episode on social media and leave us a short reviewhttps://thejornipodcast.com/episode-346-breaking-the-cycle-of-limiting-beliefs-with-lawrence-harris