Creative Spiritual Journey
We are all on a journey—a journey home to our heavenly parents. Any experienced traveler knows there are days you laugh and days you cry. We aren’t here to tell you how to live—we are here to share how we live—how we survive, thrive, and even find joy! The journey gets messy with rainstorms and sleepless flights but the hard times—the miserable times—those make the best stories. And the vistas, the sunsets, the little birds outside the window—those are the reminders that God is in the details, he is aware of us, he has trod the p...
The Season for Ancesters
Ghia—It’s fall, and Halloween is around the corner. But if Halloween is seeming a little dark these days, let’s talk about celebrating this holiday by connecting with our ancestors.
The Remarkable Journey of Life
Ghia—Have you ever wondered why people use the word Journey to describe life? Perhaps it’s because during a journey we’re always moving both physically, emotionally, and spiritually — evolving as we go.
YOUR MISSION CALL
YOU HAVE HEARBY BEEN CALLED TO LABOR AND SERVE IN THE MISSION CALLED MORTAL LIFE!
What Does Sparingly Mean?
Ghia—The Word of Wisdom says to Eat Meat Sparingly. Let’s talk about what sparingly means and how to apply this principle to our lives.
Big Vegan Flavor by Nisha Vora https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593328930?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title
Hosannah Meditation
A MEDITATION JUST FOR YOU IN CELEBRATION OF THE SEPTEMBER EQUINOX. GHIA IS GOING TO SHOUT HOSANNA FROM A MOUNTAIN TOP! WHAT ABOUT YOU? HOSANNA IN HEBREW IS A PLEAD TO BE SAVED, OR IT CAN BE A SHOUT FOR JOY! WHEN IT COMES TO THE JOURNEY TO MOUNTAIN TOPS, AND TEMPLES, WE NEED BOTH KIND OF HOSANN'S!
81. An Equinox Celebration of Jesus Christ
Ghia—Celebrating Jesus Christ on the September equinox through mountain temples and the word Hosanna
The Garden of Eden/ Jack Logan/ The Ancient Tradition https://theancienttradition.com/4-did-god-reveal-the-ancient-tradition-in-the-garden-of-eden/
With Wondering Awe/Aubree Liz/ Mormon Channel Studio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKKJcY3yCbA
80. Belonging: A Prayer Journey Meditation
You belong here, you know that don't you? In this Episode Judy shares with you a pattern for a meditative prayer journey using the acronym P.R.A.Y. come join her on the trail
79. Nana Augustus
Ghia – Turns out the word August means venerable, majestic, or greatly honored. Do you know anyone worthy of this title? During my seasonal journey through Life, I have opted to make the month of August a time to remember these people, to honor them, and most importantly, to apply the lessons of their lives to my own.
The Elephant Whisperer http://amazon.com/dp/1509838538/
78. A Prayer Journey
What's your story? Every traveler on this journey knows you have good days and bad days. How about the struggles that are you facing today? Do you ever feel like your prayers go unanswered? What if you could find a nugget of gold in your seeking for answers? Join me on the trail and we can tell each other our story.
77. Seasonal Eating
Ghia- Seasonal Eating—what does that mean exactly? Good question!
Seasonal Food Guide
https://www.seasonalfoodguide.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=899172614&gbraid=0AAAAADMxTL3BMIzOC_1FCpmk9FSCbWZpI&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjo7DBhCrARIsACWauSnBCGGxnR-3twIbZcwxAC2Me5a2ENGbDX_-lvBRhYm6RN3i3z71gzMaAt_1EALw_wcB
76. A WEIGHT OR WINGS MEDITATION
Weight or Wings Meditation is to help you unload what is weighing heavy on your mind and alchemize it into wings with your Saviors grace. this is take two, with less chatter- hope you enjoy! namastay!
WEIGHT OR WINGS MEDITATION
Weight or wings a Meditation for alchamising what's weighing heavy on your mind into something as beautiful as wings, with the Lord's help of course.
75. The Dog Days of Summer
Ghia – The Dog Days aren’t just the hot oppressive days of Summer they are actually the days of the year that Sirius the Dog star rises in the eastern sky just before dawn. And why is this important? Because like Sirius, Jesus Christ is known as the Morning Star.
74. WEIGHT OR WINGS?
What is weighing heavy on your mind today? Somedays can feel like you are carrying the weight of the world. What if that weight could become wings? I'm going to ask for your grace while listening to this- I'm venturing into unknown territory. I invite you to walk with me and just listen.
73. Let's Eat Plants!
Ghia – “All wholesome Herbs” the second in the Word of Wisdom series. Plants are wise—use them to strengthen the body and enliven the soul.
Some of Ghia’s favorite Herbal Resources:
Body Into Palance an Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care By Maria Noel Groves https://www.amazon.com/Body-into-Balance-Holistic-Self-Care/dp/1612125352/ref=sr_1_1?crid=26A5P530SIX7F&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.dauaN_l-CVnWqJuAyjaVhA.8eQEZhdCzxTF4O7hNsQ1BJ18OtA_CXv3KThZvAFiYRE&dib_tag=se&keywords=Body+Into+Palance+an+herbal+guide+to+holistic+Self-Care+By+Maria+Noel+Groves&qid=1752264611&sprefix=body+into+palance+an+herbal+guide+to+holisti...
72. KNOCK KNOCK
Knock, knock!
Whose there?
Do you ever feel like your prayers are going unanswered, listen in on an ancient formula for receiving not only answers but to how to be guided through your wildernesses, and into the presence of God.
71. What is there to Love about Bald Eagles
Ghia—Let’s talk about Bald Eagles. Do they make a good national symbol or not?
Return Flight: Restoring the Bald Eagle to the Channel Islands https://www.nps.gov/chis/learn/nature/bald-eagles.htm
70. Celebrating Jesus Christ Druing the June Solstice
Ghia- Join me as I talk about the tilt of the earth and the transformative effects of water—all in an effort to celebrate Jesus Christ on the June Solstice.
69. Where are the Bulls? A story of Fatherhood
Happy Father's Day! this weeks episode is "Where are the Bulls?" I have a true story to share with you .... about Elephant bulls & Fatherhood!
68. Father's Day and the Arm of God
Ghia – This Father’s Day, let’s talk about the Arms of God—both leafy green arms and feathered arms.
67. HIKING WITH THE END IN MIND
When life gets tough it's easy to look down and to turn back, missing out on the spectacular end destination. Todays episode I share with you our experience of hiking to Tagela Falls the worlds tallest waterfall.
66. SAFARI LESSONS
Ghia and Judy- What we learned on safari in Africa. Learning to live with high expectations and high love, and being our true authentic self.
65. The Wisdom of Listening to your Mother
Ghia – Did you know that Wisdom is a title for Heavenly Mother? If so, then what does this say about section 89 of the Doctrine and Covenants, which is titled the WORD of Wisdom? Hum…let’s find out.
Wellness Mama Podcast: How to fix your Gut and learn your “gut type” with Dr Michael Ruscio https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-fix-your-gut-learn-your-gut-type-with-dr-michael-ruscio/id886538772?i=1000686667368
64. TO RECEIVE- YAY MORE!
How are you at receiving complaints, help, corrections, advice, or gifts? How are you at receiving the Holy Ghost as your teacher, comforter and guide? How are you at giving? Join Judy as she talks about her journey in South Africa and the lessons of giving and receiving with gratitude.
"And he who receives all things with thankfulness shall be made glorious, and the things of this earth shall be added unto him, even an hundred fold, yay more!" D&C 78:19
63. Believing I am a Creator
Ghia – Think you aren’t creative? Think again. You are a daughter of the most creative being in the Universe. If you doubt this, do three things—let go of comparison, be kind to yourself, and get curious.
62. Holiness
It's Holy Week! And every cell in my body says it's spring, but here in South Africa the leaves are changing color and fall is in the air. And I have a question for you that can change your day, and hopefully your week and how you celebrate Easter, and more importantly your heart. What is the question? Come join me on the trail and we can talk about it
61. Seeing Hope as Trust
Ghia – Have you ever wondered which comes first Faith or Hope? This week Ghia talks about the archaic definition of Hope, which is Trust! What a difference this concept has made in her life!
60. "Foolishness In Me"
Today is day 455 started counting down January 2, 2024 and did you know that the total days we will be serving is 700? Well, maybe it might be 800…
We have really thought long & hard on this decision- it hasn’t been easy… this might be foolishness in me.
"Foolishness In Me"
Today is day 455 started counting down January 2, 2024 did you know that the total days we will be serving is 700? Well, maybe it might be 800…
We have really thought long & hard on this decision- it hasn’t been easy, it has keep me up at night wrestling with it, and it most definitely doesn’t make any sense, we are 100% sure our family isn’t going to be happy about this, many of you will think we are crazy, a year ago theres no way this would even be a consideration...So, I’m announcing on this podcast, that we ha...
59. Spirit Body Connection—My Whole Self
Ghia - In D&C 88:15 Joseph Smith defined the spirit and the body as the sole. Join Ghia as she explains what this concept means in her life and how she is playing with it.
58. FAITH OVER FEAR MEDITATION
What do you fear? we are wired for fear. what about when the Savior asks us, "where is your faith?"
This meditation is the second part of the episode "Courage & The Pot of Gold" from The Creative Spiritual Journey Podcast .
“Master, carest thou not that we perish?” the disciples cried to the Savior as the waves and wind battered their little ship (see Mark 4:37–38). In times of despair, we may find ourselves desperate for help and questioning the Savior’s care for us. However desperate our situation may seem, Jesus Christ has the ability and power to...
57. COURAGE & THE POT OF GOLD
HAPPY St. Patricks day! So, are you wearing green? Do you wonder who is St. Patrick anyway? Did you know he was captured as a young man and sold into slavery? Join me on the creative spiritual journey podcast where I will ask a soul searching question, "what fear ye?"
We might even discover what the pot of gold is at the end of the rainbow.
56. Celebrating Jesus Christ on the Equinox
Ghia—How I plan to celebrate Jesus Christ on the Spring Equinox
55. BEAUTY FROM ASHES
Happy Ash Wednesday! Join me for the lessons I've learned about Repentance from the savanna's of South Africa.
54. Making Room
Ghia—The winter and the new moon combine to make an awesome time for letting go, not just of material clutter but also of unuseful thoughts.
53. WISDOM OF MOTHERS EVE & TERESA
Hey friends! You are exceptional- women in their wisdom years! So, I'm curious, how do you move through the changing seasons of your life? This episode, I am sharing the wisdom of Mother Eve and Mother Teresa and even a little nugget of Stevie Nicks wisdom. Come join me on the trail!
52. Sweet Love
Ghia—Why do we give sweeties on Valentine's Day? Because of how they make us feel!
Body Ecology Fermented Vegies https://articles.bodyecology.com/articles/cveggies-php/
51. Wonders of Wonders
Today is day 400 of our mission! Can you believe it? We just returned home from exploring Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana. the highlight being Victoria Falls, one of the 7 natural wonders of the world. Which got me pondering on this word "Wonder" and how we experience the Love of God through wonder. I think I say the word wonder about a thousand time,. check it out and you count. And I'lll see you on the trail.
50. The Winter Sun
Ghia—Do you love the Winter Sun? Jesus Christ “is in the sun, and the light of the sun, and the power thereof by which it was made.” And believe it or not, the sun is actually good for us.
49. Continual Light Prt. 2- Night Light
When our children were little they needed- a night light, I think most children do because of the fear of the dark. I get it- especially if you have an active imagination, who knows what’s lurking in the dark :) but I’m not talking about that kind of night light- I want to talk about the stars in the night sky and haw we can find our way in the dark, and hold on until the morning dawns.
Have you ever felt the challenges, stress and demands too much and your faith starts weavering- the lights seem...
