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Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 236: The Astrology of Ryan Coogler and SinnersIn this episode, I break down Ryan Coogler's natal chart and the significant transits he was going through when he was inspired to make the film Sinners. I also break down the symbolism in the film and how that is reflected in Ryan's natal chart and transits. I hope you enjoy! ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 1:14 My intention for doing this 6:08 Movie stats and background 20:58 Ryan Coogler’s Natal Chart 39:23 Transits 46:06 Ryan’s 2nd and 8th houses 48:56 Ryan Coogler and Michael B Jordan Synastry 55:07 Themes and symbolism in Sinners  ...2025-05-021h 05Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 235: May Astrology Forecast 2025We begin the episode with a recap of the April transits that correlated with some big news stories. Stephanie and I recap some of the predictions we got right. Make sure to have your pen and calendar ready to mark down some dates. We cover the major transits of May 2025, which include an unexpected Full Moon in Scorpio and all the planets will be out of their retrograde post shadows! Happy solar return to the Taurus and Gemini babies! ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ April Recap 0:00 May Forecast 32:01 Show Notes: Natal Chart & Transit Readings  ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO MANI...2025-05-011h 29Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignCha with Laura and LeahWelcome to 차 with Laura and Leah! Cha is a podcast and video series featuring conversations with our friends over tea. We are two diasporic Korean women who were inspired by Nina Simone's quote, “An artist’s duty is to reflect the times.” Cha is our offering to the collective and we hope our conversations inspire you to start having meaningful dialogues and reflections with your own communities. So make sure to brew a pot of cha and join our conversations about art, spirituality, culture, and liberation.  Laura Instagram Laura Website Laura YouTube Leah I...2025-04-1716 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 234: April Astrology Forecast 2025We begin the episode with a recap of the March transits that correlated with some big news stories. Stephanie and I recap some of the predictions we got right. Make sure to have your pen and calendar ready to mark down some dates. We cover the major transits of April 2025, which include the end of the Venus and Mercury retrogrades, Mars finally leaving the sign of Cancer, and so much more. Happy solar return to the Aries and Taurus babies! ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ March Recap 0:00 April Forecast 20:23 Show Notes: Natal Chart & Transit Readings  ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO...2025-04-011h 22Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 233: 2025 Year Of The Wood Snake With Forest LinForest Lin (they/them) is a queer 1.5-generation Taiwanese-American kinesthetic artist, Asian diaspora community organizer, and BaZi Chinese astrology practitioner based in Ohlone territory (Oakland). As a "Dragon meets Goat" Mycelium connector, they cultivate spaces for deeper embodiment, authentic expression, and ancestral healing. Through 1:1 BaZi consultations, Forest helps individuals uncover their potential and align with their deeper calling. They honor their teacher, Meng Yu of Tiger Eye Astrology, and their Mycelium Network kin for shaping their vision. In the Wood Snake year, Forest is especially eager to see their budding healing collective, @qiki.club, grow—we provide fr...2025-03-1258 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 232: March Astrology Forecast 2025Buckle up buttercup because March is the month of chacha changes! We begin the episode with a recap of the February transits that correlated with some big news stories. Stephanie and I recap some of the predictions we got right. Make sure to have your pen and calendar ready to mark down some dates. We cover the major transits of March 2025 which feature eclipses, Venus and Mercury retrogrades, and Neptune's ingress in Aries. March is the most pivotal month of 2025 so we wish you ease into the astrological New Year.  ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 0:00 February Recap  8:19 March Astrolog...2025-03-011h 25Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 231: Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Synastry Part 2Wear your florals! We are excited to bring you Part 2 of the Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, Et al. saga. In today's episode, I am joined by Pop Astrologist Tasha Beg to continue the conversation about the natal charts of Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, Ryan Reynolds, and Colleen Hoover. We talk about the transits and their synastry as it pertains to their lawsuits. Part 1 was filmed on January 3, 2025 and released on January 15, 2025. We have a debrief of all the events that have transpired during the months of January and February 2025 as they correlate to the astrological transits.  Show N...2025-02-261h 45Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 230: Astrology Forecast For 2025-All Zodiac Signs Part 2Thank you all for being so patient with me as I took my time and then I had some health issues in January 😥 I hope you all have a healthy, wealthy, and love-filled 2025. Part 2 is for the following rising signs: Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, & Pisces. ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 0:00 Libra 29:43 Scorpio 56:49 Sagittarius 1:21:02 Capricorn 1:46:35 Aquarius 2:09:19 Pisces Show Notes: Natal Chart & Transit Readings  ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO MANIFEST Laura Chung Instagram Laura Chung's Website  Laura Chung's Tik Tok YouTube Channel Awaken and Align Instagram Connect with Awaken and Align: If you enjoyed the podcast and you fee...2025-02-192h 26Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 229: Astrology Forecast For 2025-All Zodiac Signs Part 1Thank you all for being so patient with me as I took my time and then I had some health issues in January 😥 I hope you all have a healthy, wealthy, and love-filled 2025. Part 1 is for the following rising signs: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, and Virgo. ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 0:00 Intro 34:55 Aries 53:57 Taurus  1:31:09 Gemini 2:02:26 Cancer 2:27:34 Leo 2:57:38 Virgo Show Notes: Natal Chart & Transit Readings  ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO MANIFEST Laura Chung Instagram Laura Chung's Website  Laura Chung's Tik Tok YouTube Channel Awaken and Align Instagram Connect with Awaken and Align: If you enjoyed the podcast...2025-02-193h 21Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 228: Astrological Midlife Transits Part 2 With Dr Nicole TruesdellThis is Part 2 of our Astrological Midlife Transits Stories. Are you going through a midlife crisis or are you going through your astrological middle-age transits? This episode is in collaboration with Dr Nicole Truesdell, the host of the Abolitionist Dreamscapes podcast. We share our experiences of these midlife transits as two 40 something women of color going through the thick of it. Your midlife years (36-45) can be some of the most triggering yet transformational times of your life if you surrender to the journey. During these midlife years, the outer planets which are generational planets, activate you to look...2025-02-131h 19Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 227: February Astrology Forecast 2025Hello beautiful souls and Happy Lunar New Year! We begin the episode with a recap of the January transits that correlated with some big news stories. Stephanie and I recap some of the predictions we got right. Make sure to have your pen and calendar ready to mark down some dates. We cover the major transits of February 2025. May you have a healthy, wealthy, and prosperous New Year of the Snake! ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 0:00 January Recap  16:03 February Astrology Forecast  Show Notes: Natal Chart & Transit Readings  ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO MANIFEST Laura Chung Instagram Laura Chu...2025-02-021h 06Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 226: Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni SynastryHello beautiful souls! The interview style podcasts are coming back. In today's episode, I am joined by pop astrologist Tasha Beg to talk about the natal charts of Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. We talk about the transits and their synastry as it pertains to their lawsuits. We also take a peep at Ryan Reynolds' chart since he is married to Blake Lively and is now a part of the lawsuits. As astrologers, would we recommend that they work together just based on their synastry?  Show Notes: Tasha Beg's Instagram Pop Astrologist Natal Chart & Transit Readings  Or...2025-01-151h 19Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 225: The Astrology Forecast For 2025Hello beautiful souls and Happy New Year! We begin the episode with a recap of the December transits that correlated with some big news stories. Stephanie and I recap some of the predictions we got right. Make sure to have your pen and calendar ready to mark down some dates. We cover the major transits of January 2025 and an overview of the astrology of 2025. May you have a healthy, wealthy, and prosperous New Year.  ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 0:00 December Recap 11:39 January 2025 31:00 February-December 2025 Show Notes: Natal Chart & Transit Readings  ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO MANIFEST Laura Chung Instagram Laura Ch...2025-01-011h 25Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 224: December Astrology Forecast 2024Hello beautiful souls and thank you for being here. I am a Western tropical astrologer and I use the whole sign house system. I use astrology as a liberatory tool. I believe we are in a critical time right now when collectively, we feel a sense of urgency to know who we are and align with our purpose. I hope to be your monthly guide to the cosmos and translator of the stars. My dear friend Stephanie Campos and I are back together for the December astrology forecast. We begin this episode by recapping the events of November. The...2024-11-291h 48Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 223: November Astrology Forecast 2024Hello beautiful souls and thank you for being here. I am a Western tropical astrologer and I use the whole sign house system. I use astrology as a liberatory tool. I believe we are in a critical time right now when collectively, we feel a sense of urgency to know who we are and align with our purpose. I hope to be your monthly guide to the cosmos and translator of the stars. My dear friend Stephanie Campos and I are back together for the November astrology forecast. We begin this episode by recapping the chaotic events of October...2024-10-311h 20Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 222: October Astrology Forecast 2024Hello beautiful souls and thank you for being here. I am a Western tropical astrologer and I use the whole sign house system. I use astrology as a liberatory tool. I believe we are in a critical time right now when collectively, we feel a sense of urgency to know who we are and align with our purpose. I hope to be your monthly guide to the cosmos and translator of the stars. This month, the OG team is back together! My dear friend Stephanie Campos joins me for the October astrology forecast. We begin this episode by recapping...2024-10-011h 35Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 221: September Astrology Forecast 2024Hello beautiful souls and thank you for being here. I am a Western tropical astrologer and I use the whole sign house system. I use astrology as a liberatory tool. I believe we are in a critical time right now when collectively, we feel a sense of urgency to know who we are and align with our purpose. I hope to be your monthly guide to the cosmos and translator of the stars. We begin this episode by recapping August. It was a demure August, mercury was retrograde, the DNC began on the Full Moon in Aquarius, and the...2024-09-022h 00Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 220: August Astrology Forecast 2024Hello beautiful souls and thank you for being here. I am a Western tropical astrologer and I use the whole sign house system. I use astrology as a liberatory tool. I believe we are in a critical time right now when collectively, we feel a sense of urgency to know who we are and be in alignment with our purpose. I hope to be your monthly guide to the cosmos and translator of the stars. We begin this episode by recapping July, Trump assassination attempt! Joe Biden steps down and Kamala Harris is on the ticket! We then do...2024-08-0257 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 219: July Astrology Forecast 2024First and foremost, I want to thank all of you for listening and for writing a review. In this episode, I re-introduce myself and explain how I use astrology as a liberatory tool. I believe we are in a critical time right now when we all collectively feel a sense of urgency to know who we are and be in alignment with our purpose. I hope to be your monthly guide to the cosmos and translator of the stars. We begin this episode by recapping June and Gemini Season. We then do a little forecasting for the month of...2024-07-012h 06Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 218: Astrological Midlife Transits - Crisis and Transformation With Dr Nicole TruesdellAre you going through a midlife crisis or are you going through your astrological middle-age transits? This episode is in collaboration with Dr Nicole Truesdell, the host of the Abolitionist Dreamscapes podcast. We share our experiences of these midlife transits as two 40 something women of color going through the thick of it. Your midlife years (36-45) can be some of the most triggering yet transformational times of your life if you surrender to the journey. During these midlife years, the outer planets which are generational planets, activate you to look deeper into yourself and to break free of the...2024-06-131h 21Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 217: June Astrology Forecast 2024In this episode, we recap the news stories that happened during May which were overall sweet except for the ongoing genocide that’s happening in Palestine right now. FREE PALESTINE! FREE CONGO! FREE SUDAN! I talk about what to expect with Jupiter in the sign of Gemini and the mutable squares between Gemini and Pisces this month. The biggest astro moment is the Solstice. Happy solar return to the Gemini and Cancer babies.  Show Notes: ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO MANIFEST Laura Chung Instagram Laura Chung's Website  Laura Chung's Tik Tok YouTube Channel Awaken and Align Inst...2024-06-011h 11Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 216: May Astrology Forecast 2024In this episode, we recap the news stories that happened during April including my personal story of the April 8th eclipse. I went on a road trip to the path of totality! May is a month of integration after a month that had many conjunctions like the Jupiter + Uranus and Mars + Saturn. These cycles were simultaneous endings and the beginnings of new cycles. The biggest event happening this month is Jupiter entering the sign of Gemini and we have two sweet lunations. Happy solar return to the Taurus and Gemini babies!    Show Notes: ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO MANIFEST Laura Chung...2024-05-011h 14Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 215: April Astrology Forecast 2024In this episode, we do a little recap of what transpired during February and March that stood out in the cultural zeitgeist that lined up with the astrological transits. Then we go over what to expect in April. April is a big month of major activations! There is a total solar eclipse on April 8th that will be visible (with protective eyewear) in parts of the USA. Also, there will be a conjunction between Jupiter and Uranus in the sign of Taurus on April 20th. Happy solar return to all of you April Aries and Tauruses out there!    Show Notes: Mi...2024-04-011h 35Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 214: Spirituality and Activism With NaleyNaley is the founder of NaleybyNature, an independent project to document stories from different corners of the world. She is a filmmaker, producer, and writer and is currently working on bringing greater awareness of the Palestinian genocide to Western audiences. Born and raised in New York, Naley studied media and journalism at Iona College. With the rise in social media, Naley was drawn to all the perspectives traditional media fails to report on. During the pandemic, Naley and her co-founder, Sadia, quit their jobs and started traveling the world to create their documentary. Since then, they have captured compelling stories...2024-02-151h 11Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 213: 2024 Year Of The Wood Dragon With Tiff LinTiff Lin (they/them) is a queer 1.5 generation Taiwanese-American, kinesthetic artist, Asian Diaspora community organizer, and BaZi Chinese Astrology practitioner, residing in Ohlone territory (Oakland). They are a Dragon meets Goat Mycelium connector who loves to build cultures of authentic expression and belonging, create space for catharsis and art as a way for ancestral healing, and help connect people’s gifts with their deeper calling. Through 1:1 BaZi consultations, they help folx connect the dots to their potential and expand on their gifts. Tiff gives thanks to their practice to their teacher Meng Yu of Tiger Eye Astrology and Mycelium community for gi...2024-02-0749 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 212: February Astrology Forecast 2024In this episode, I share the major Aquarius and Pisces stelliums and conjunctions. We have a new moon in Aquarius that also signifies the Lunar New Year. Happy Year of the Dragon! and the full moon in Virgo. I also go through the 12 rising signs and share what the Pluto in Aquarius transit will mean for your life since I forgot to do that in episode 211: Pluto in Aquarius. This month's forecast is shorter not because it's the shortest month, even though this  February, there are 29 days but because I'm super busy thanks to my Aquarius placements. Also, Happy Black H...2024-02-0146 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 211: Pluto in Aquarius - The Age of RevolutionIn this episode, I talk about the transition from Pluto in the sign of Capricorn into the sign of Aquarius. Astrology is the study of cycles and patterns, so the best way for us to predict what might happen when Pluto is in the sign of Aquarius is to look back at what happened the last time in our history when Pluto was in Aquarius. This time was known as the Age of Revolution because concurrent revolutions were happening all over the world. Some of the same themes are appearing today as Pluto moved into Aquarius on January 20th of thi...2024-01-2454 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 210: Being a Conscious Entrepreneur and Influencer With JjangaJjanga is a mother of three, lover of fun, comfy fashion, and beauty. She is a lifestyle content creator, activist, and avid hiker. She loves to take the time to enjoy and show gratitude for the little things. Jjanga inspires to grow in ways that help build others' confidence and to bring a smile to their faces through empowerment.    In this episode, we talk about how she became a model and beauty influencer during the pandemic. She then risked it all by being outspoken on Palestine. Tune in to find out what it cost her and how she is shifting her en...2024-01-1045 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 209: January Astrology Forecast 2024Happy New Year! In this episode, I go through the planetary transits of January 2024. Some major highlights are, Mercury goes direct and Pluto enters the sign of Aquarius. 2024 is going to be a transitional year when all the outer planets, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto are finishing up their journeys before moving into new signs in 2025. Since the outer planets are collective, this is a shift in our collective consciousness. The North Node will still be in Aries, which signifies that the change begins with yourself. I hope you have a healthy, happy, and prosperous new year!    Full Show Notes: How To...2023-12-311h 07Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 208: Millennial Mystics: Kara SmithKara Roselle Smith is an Afro-Indigenous content creator, model, and activist. Kara shares her educational content with over 200,000+ followers on her social media platforms. She not only shares about her ancestors who are indigenous to Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts but also the grief and mourning that comes with being indigenous. In 2020, she helped to create a page dedicated to educating people about her ancestors– the Chappaquiddick Wampanoag tribe. Kara has been featured in Essence, Rose Inc, and has appeared with Lizzo. She is currently writing a book about her own experiences and continues to be an advocate for indigenous and gender visibi...2023-12-221h 11Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 207: Dream Big For 2024In this episode, I share some of my recent manifestation epiphanies and observations. I filmed this episode under the new moon in Sagittarius which is all about having faith and dreaming big. Make sure to watch my YouTube channel to see the new moon chart and to learn more about astrology. I hope you join us for the How To Manifest workshop that begins on January 1st 2024!    Full Show Notes: How To Manifest Workshop-Starts January 1, 2024 The Millennial Mystics YouTube  ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO MANIFEST Laura Chung Instagram Laura Chung's Website  YouTube Channel Ceremonial Cacao for 15% off use code: AWAKEN...2023-12-1343 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 206: Astrology Forecast For December 2023 With The Millennial MysticsIn the latest episode, we break down the astrology of December 2023 and highlight everything you need to know about your December horoscope. This month, Mercury retrograde is back--and it's moving through two different zodiac signs! Uranus delivers some unexpected surprises; Venus and Jupiter, the two luckiest planets in the sky, link up to bring blessings; there's a confusing a new moon in Sagittarius, and a supportive full moon in Cancer. Welcome to The Millennial Mystics, a liminal space where we explore the unseen realms, astrology, witchcraft, and the way magick shows up in your life. Each week we channel...2023-12-061h 32Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 205: Astrology For Finding Your Purpose With ShahirShahir is a love devotee, diviner, a queer Muslim mystic who believes in love in everything. Shahir shows up as an astrologer, spirit guide bridger, and spiritual healer through their various gifts. Shahir and I talked about the astrology of the moment and how it will impact us at an individual and collective level. We talked about the nodes of fate, pluto in Aquarius, and being a modern mystic. Who better to talk about self-love than two Aries?    Full Show Notes: How To Manifest Workshop-Starts January 1, 2024 Consultation With Shahir Shahir's Instagram Shahir's Substack Suprasensory Youtube The Millennial Mystics YouTube  ORDER MY BOOK...2023-12-011h 19Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 203: The Millennial Mystics Ashley ProbstIn the latest episode of The Millennial Mystics, Steph and Laura are joined by Ashley Probst, an eclectic witch and tarot reader based in Lāhainā, Maui. You can find her on TikTok spreading witchy tips and magick to her +162,000 fans and she also offers channeled tarot readings with clients. Ashley’s family was directly impacted and affected by the Maui fires in August, and there will be links with ways you can support in the show notes of this episode. We take a look at Ashley's upcoming astrology, read her birth chart, and unpack the power that lies with...2023-11-0853 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 202: Astrology Forecast For November 2023 With The Millennial MysticsIn the latest episode, we break down the astrology of November 2023 and highlight everything you need to know about your November horoscope. This month, we're retrograde free, have a shocking new moon in Scorpio, and the Sun bounces into Sagittarius, shifting the collective cosmic vibes. Welcome to The Millennial Mystics, a liminal space where we explore the unseen realms, astrology, witchcraft, and the way magick shows up in your life. Each week we channel the language of the stars and discuss how these celestial bodies and archetypes are reflected in our worldly events and the cultural zeitgeist. The Millennial...2023-11-011h 14Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 200: Transmuting Your Victim Story to A ManifesterIn the 200th episode of Awaken and Align, Laura shares her personal story of how she transmuted her victim story to one of a manifester which was the inspiration for her book, How To Manifest. She shares her story of how healing her childhood trauma led her to understand the energetics of manifesting. This episode is dedicated to all the survivors and thrivers of domestic violence.     Full Show Notes: 10/28 Lunar Eclipse Reiki Circle Fundraising For the Center For Safety & Change Order My Book How To Manifest The Millennial Mystics YouTube  Laura Chung Instagram Laura Chung Tik Tok Laura Chung's Website  YouTube C...2023-10-1142 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 199: Astrology Forecast For October 2023 With The Millennial MysticsIn the latest episode, we break down the astrology of October 2023 and highlight everything you need to know about your October horoscope. This month, the eclipse season begins and we have a new moon solar eclipse in Libra and the final lunar eclipse in Taurus. Welcome to The Millennial Mystics, a liminal space where we explore the unseen realms, astrology, witchcraft, and the way magick shows up in your life. Each week we channel the language of the stars and discuss how these celestial bodies and archetypes are reflected in our worldly events and the cultural zeitgeist. The Millennial...2023-10-041h 21Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 198: Astrology Forecast For September 2023 With The Millennial MysticsIn the latest episode, we break down the astrology of September 2023 and highlight everything you need to know about your September horoscope. This month, we have the end of Venus retrograde and Mercury retrograde; a new moon in Virgo; a full moon in Aries, and so much more! Welcome to The Millennial Mystics, a liminal space where we explore the unseen realms, astrology, witchcraft, and the way magick shows up in your life. Each week we channel the language of the stars and discuss how these celestial bodies and archetypes are reflected in our worldly events and the cultural...2023-08-301h 17Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 197: Venus Retrograde, Feminine Energy, & Manifestation With Laura ChungIn this solo episode, I share what I've been learning and unlearning. All of this during the Venus retrograde and how it relates to the myth of Inanna's descent into the underworld. Reading Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey and how her book has been helping me with my intrusive thoughts. Reflecting on the past year since publishing my book. How I'm reclaiming my dark feminine energy. How I've been able to "show up" after accepting who I am and my purpose. I hope this episode helps you in your own journey and also lets you know that you're not al...2023-08-1656 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 196: Reclaiming The Inner Compass Of Your Life With Find Me Now Co-Founder Stephanie WilsonStephanie Wilson is the co-founder of Find Me Now, an AAPI women-owned brand based out of NYC. Find Me Now responsibly designs energy-focused collections that are in touch with the present and deliver that in-the-moment feeling.     In This Episode: Stephanie shares her origins story. Growing up Korean American, how she started her career in finance, moved to Hong Kong, and then transitioned into fashion. How Stephanie lost her business during covid and how she pivoted from there. How Stephanie started Find Me Now the label.  Stephanie shares that her mom is her co-founder and how the experience of working with her...2023-08-0947 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 195: Astrology Forecast For August 2023 With The Millennial MysticsIn the latest episode, we break down the astrology of August 2023 and highlight everything you need to know about your August horoscope. This month, we have 2 dramatic full moons that bookend the month, Mercury retrograde begins, supportive connections between Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Taurus, and Pluto in Capricorn, and Venus retrograde makes some very meaningful connections. Welcome to The Millennial Mystics, a liminal space where we explore the unseen realms, astrology, witchcraft, and the way magick shows up in your life. Each week we channel the language of the stars and discuss how these celestial bodies and archetypes...2023-08-021h 21Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 193: Astrology Forecast for July 2023 With The Millennial MysticsIn this week's episode, we break down the astrology of July 2023 and highlight everything you need to know about your July horoscope. This month, we have 2 pivotal shifts: 1) The nodes of fate change from Taurus and Scorpio to Aries and Libra, and 2) Venus begins its retrograde in the sign of Leo for 40 days. We start the month off in Cancer season and shift to Leo season. There is a lot of water and earth in the sky which can be a month of embodiment and flow. Welcome to The Millennial Mystics, a liminal space where we explore the unseen...2023-07-051h 37Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 190: Astrology Forecast for June 2023 With The Millennial MysticsIn this week's episode we breakdown the astrology of June 2023 and highlight everything you need to know about your June horoscope! We start off June moving through the mutable air sign of Gemini, and end with the cardinal water sign of Cancer. This is a month of many squares imploring us to take action. There are still sweet sextiles and opportunities to tap into our intuition thanks to the water trines from the planets in Cancer to Saturn in Pisces. The Summer Solstice takes place this month, which is a portal for change, and will also experience some of the...2023-05-311h 19Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 186: The Millennial Mystics With Tyler GacaWe are thrilled + honored to announce our first special celebrity guest Tyler Gaca (@tylergaca) on our show! Tyler is a creative, author, storyteller, beloved by Martha Stewart, iconic Libra, and an absolute shining star! It was our honor to read his birth chart and look at his upcoming astrology. Laura also channels intuitive messages for him, and Steph connects with some of his Spirits in a mediumship reading.   Welcome to The Millennial Mystics, a liminal space where we explore the unseen realms, astrology, witchcraft, and the way magick shows up in your life. Each week we channel the language of t...2023-04-191h 09Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 181: 2023 The Year Of The Yin Water Rabbit With Tiff Lin2023 The Year Of The Yin Water Rabbit With Tiff Lin   Tiff Lin (they/them) is a queer 1.5 generation Taiwanese-American, kinesthetic artist, AAPI community organizer, BTB Feng Shui consultant and BaZi Chinese Astrology practitioner, residing in Ohlone territory (Oakland). Through 1:1 consultations, workshops, writing and performance art, they strive to bring BaZi (4 Pillars of Destiny) codes to life in effort to help folks understand their life path and unlock their true gifts inside. Tiff views BaZi as a tool for collective liberation, a way to uplift nature and the elements as a site of learning, and an embodied practice to build self-mastery, co...2023-03-0855 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 180: A New Beginning & A Manifestation Story With Laura ChungIn this solo episode, Laura shares an anecdotal story of how she manifests using astrological alignments and the power of visualization. She also shares about the venus and jupiter conjunction in Aries that's happening on March 1, 2023 and why that's a big deal. March is going to be a month to remember!    Full Show Notes: ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO MANIFEST Laura Chung Instagram Laura Chung Tik Tok Laura Chung's Website  YouTube Channel Ceremonial Cacao for 15% off use code: AWAKEN  Awaken and Align Instagram Awaken and Align Website Connect with Awaken and Align: 2023-03-0131 minThe WerkThe WerkTHE WERK Season 4 Episode 07: The Werk Podcast Reflections; Every Ending Harkens A New Beginning With Brittany & LauraHello beautiful community, this is our last episode of The Werk Podcast. We want to thank you for supporting our passion project. We've learned so much from the guests we've interviewed and also from you. We are looking forward to integrating everything we've learned to co-create and re-imagine a better future for all. We believe that the dismantling and deconstructing work still needs to be done but we are both in a season of our lives when we want to take some rest, imagine, lean into pleasure, and play. Please keep in touch with us through our personal social media pl...2023-01-1741 minThe WerkThe WerkTHE WERK Season 4 Episode 07: The Werk Podcast Reflections; Every Ending Harkens A New Beginning With Brittany & LauraHello beautiful community, this is our last episode of The Werk Podcast. We want to thank you for supporting our passion project. We've learned so much from the guests we've interviewed and also from you. We are looking forward to integrating everything we've learned to co-create and re-imagine a better future for all. We believe that the dismantling and deconstructing work still needs to be done but we are both in a season of our lives when we want to take some rest, imagine, lean into pleasure, and play. Please keep in touch with us through our personal social media pl...2023-01-1741 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 179: The Spiritual But Not Religious Path - Deconstructing From Christian Religious Trauma With Rev Karla Teacher and writer, Rev Karla is an ordained interfaith/interspiritual minister. Rev Karla helps people recover from religious trauma, reclaim their spirituality, and live with purpose and authenticity. She has amassed a following approaching 600,000 followers on TikTok and Instagram, where she uses creativity and wit to connect with and teach her followers. Her videos and writings have been seen and shared by millions.    After joining social media, Rev Karla quickly became the leader in the deconstructing conversation, teaching about deconstructing from Christianity, religious trauma, the spiritual-but-not-religious path, and the dangers of Christian nationalism.    Rev Karla founded Numa Soul to be a sp...2022-11-301h 06Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 178: Set Your Intentions On This New Moon For Luck & Prosperity With Laura ChungLaura Chung is an author, Reiki master, astrologer, and the host of two podcasts, Awaken and Align and The Werk. She has her Masters of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She is an activist and trauma-informed healer who uses her various media platforms to share spiritual wisdom and decolonial education toward collective healing and liberation. As a multi-disciplinary healer, Laura helps people to transcend their past and transform their current situations; breaking generational cycles and harmful patterns. Her intention is to help people manifest the life of their dreams.   In This Episode: I talk about this beautiful New Moon i...2022-11-231h 04Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 177: The Astrology Show With Stephanie Campos & Laura ChungStephanie Campos is an astrologer, witch, and healer. She’s studied the mystical arts for over a decade from studying the stars, mediumship, palm reading, tarot, Reiki, curanderismo, EFT tapping and more. She’s passionate about being of service and helping others heal. Stephanie is also a writer and editor. Her work has appeared and been featured in Cosmopolitan, Well + Good, Vogue, Bustle, Refinery29, among other publications.   Just a quick update: We have since rebranded the show to The Millennial Mystics as of February 5, 2023.    In This Episode: We talk about the Total Lunar Eclipse in Taurus that happened on 11/8/22 the same da...2022-11-1645 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 176: Becoming More Liberated Through The Akashic Records With Tiensirin Tiensirin is an advanced certified Akashic Records practitioner and healer. She has completed five certification courses at the Dr. Linda Howe Center for Akashic Studies. She is a second-generation intuitive who inherited her abilities from her father, who is also an empath and a medium. Growing up in Thailand, spirituality and healing practices were a major part of her upbringing.    What she loves the most about her work in Akashic Records is the ability to assist her clients at a soul level. She seeks to help them find deeper clarity and insight within their current challenges and also assists them to...2022-11-091h 12Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 174: I'm Back! October The Month of ChangeLaura Chung is a Reiki master, astrologer, author, and the host of two podcasts, Awaken and Align and The Werk. She has her Masters of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She is an activist and trauma-informed healer who uses her various media platforms to share spiritual wisdom and decolonial education toward collective healing and liberation. As a multi-disciplinary healer, Laura helps people to transcend their past and transform their current situations; breaking generational cycles and harmful patterns. Her intention is to help people manifest the life of their dreams.   In This Episode: Honoring rest and the creative cycle. October a...2022-10-0537 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 173: How to Manifest - Laura Chung's First BookLaura Chung is a Reiki master, astrologer, and the host of two podcasts, Awaken and Align and The Werk. She has her Masters of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She is an activist and trauma-informed healer who uses her various media platforms to share spiritual wisdom and decolonial education toward collective healing and liberation. As a multi-disciplinary healer, Laura helps people to transcend their past and transform their current situations; breaking generational cycles and harmful patterns. Her intention is to help people manifest the life of their dreams.    Full Show Notes: PRE-ORDER MY BOOK HOW TO MANIFEST Laura Chung In...2022-07-2733 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 172: Listen to Your Intuition With Bee Keeper Yvonna Kopacz Wright Yvonna Kopacz-Wright is a beekeeper who is extremely passionate about educating others on the current situation of the honey bee, including what we can do to help them from extinction. She takes care of her own hives, volunteers at kids' schools and community centers teaching the youth about the importance of bees in our ecosystem, and uses social media as a platform for spreading her knowledge.    Yvonna recently turned her passion into a business by selling hand-made beautiful beeswax candles and other products from the bees naming it Lomar Farms, after her 2 beautiful daughters Lola and Marley. It is...2022-07-0641 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 171: Design, Healing, and Co-Creating A Heart-Centered Community With Kristina Casarez of Yoo + MeeKristina Casarez is a spiritual activist, wellness educator, story-teller + creative strategist who bridges branding, intuitive design, and soul-aligned visuals through her Design Studio - Yoo+Mee. Her work, writings, and Heartist Community are inspiring her readers on a journey back home to their empowered, higher-potential, whole, living from the heart selves.   Through her background working with diverse corporations such as Gap Inc, Apple & more, Kristina enlivens creatives & spiritual seekers looking to live with more intuition, empowerment, purpose, confidence, high vibrations, and grace. Her work is a response to her journey and to the current vibrational-state of the world w...2022-06-081h 07Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 170: Honoring The Asian American Pacific Islander Voices on Awaken and AlignMay is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage month. This episode is dedicated to some of the AAPI voices who have shared their stories on this podcast. As a Korean American, my ancestral lineage has lent much to my story and my purpose. These guests have also expressed similar sentiments. I hope enjoy and thank you to all of the guests who have shared their stories.    In This Episode:   1. Episode 155: The Universe Is An Art Project: A Creativity Manifesto With Xenia Viray 2. Episode 87: The SHI(f)T Is Happening With Predictive Astrologer Cho Hwang 3. Episode 124: Rediscover Your Dao and Reclaim Your B...2022-05-1859 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 169: Post Colonial Astrology With Alice Sparkly KatAlice Sparkly Kat is an astrologer. They use astrology to re-chart a history of the subconscious, redefine the body in the world, and reimagine history as collective memory. Their astrological work has inhabited MoMA, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and The Brooklyn Museum. They're the author of Postcolonial Astrology (May 2021). In this episode: Alice shares their origin story. The astrological transits that were happening at the time when Alice started getting into astrology. Why post-colonial astrology is important for all of us. The misappropriation of language and symbols in regards to the planets in astrology. What...2022-05-041h 04Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 168: The Nodes of Fate and Surrendering to Change With Laura ChungLaura Chung is a Reiki master, yoga teacher, astrologer, and the host of two podcasts, Awaken and Align and The Werk. She has her Masters of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She is an activist and trauma-informed healer who uses her various media platforms to share spiritual wisdom and decolonial education towards collective healing and liberation. Laura uses her intuitive and psychic abilities to help people unlearn harmful programming and remember their soulprint, their soul’s truth and destiny. Her intention is to help people manifest the life of their dreams.   In this solo episode, I talk about: What do...2022-04-271h 08Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 166: The Qi of Flowers With Lisa LiLisa worked in fashion for 10+ years and was feeling very burnt out. Before then Lisa was born and raised in a small coastal city Northeast of Beijing. While her single mom worked full time she used to have tea time with her grandma often as a child. Wanting to go back to a time and place where nourishing oneself's wellbeing was simple and wonderful just like tea time with grandma Lisa went on a transformational trip to Shangri-la, Yunnan - the birthplace of tea. There she discovered the Roses that the locals enjoy as a flower tea and delicacy in...2022-04-1350 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 164: 40 Times Around The Sun With Laura ChungIn this episode, I talk about the energies around the Spring Equinox, the Aries ingress, and my 40th time around the sun! My intention is to bring more love and light onto the collective consciousness right now. My mercury in Pisces goes off on tangents as always and I share personal stories and reflections on this milestone birthday. Thank you all for your love and support. I hope you enjoy this episode.  Full Show Notes: Laura Chung Instagram Laura Chung Tik Tok Laura Chung's Website YouTube Channel Ceremonial Cacao for 15% off use code: AWAKEN  Try The Class For One M...2022-03-1643 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 163: Uncomfortable Conversations With Laura ChungIn this episode, I share an incident that I had with someone who I was interviewing for this podcast. I decided not to air the episode, and you will hear the reasons why. Instead, I share some reflections about the interaction. I share this because I don't want to perpetuate cancel culture and the cycle of harm. When we don't communicate with each other, nobody learns and grows. I feel very strongly that having uncomfortable conversations is the only way we're going to move forward. I also want to be very clear in my values and my intentions. Thank you...2022-03-0940 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 162: Finding Freedom Through Movement and Ceremony With Ashley RuckerInspired by her own lived experiences with a sibling suffering from drug addiction, Ashley Rucker founded TherapArt during her own journey, shaped by dance as her form of healing.As a trained yoga instructor, meditation and movement educator, Rucker has found freedom through free form movement as a way to heal the body, mind and soul, With TherapArt, Ashley facilitates meditation, movement and art therapy workshops and ceremonies in New York, Miami, and Mexico, as well as virtually. Ashley is a New York native and studied fashion at Buffalo State. She has called New York City home since 2011.   In this Epi...2022-03-0238 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 161: Self Actualization Through Astrology, Myth, and the Decans With Spencer MichaudSpencer Michaud is a professional astrologer with an interdisciplinary approach, incorporating both modern and traditional chart-reading techniques, as well as other divinatory methods such as tarot, the I-Ching, and archetypal storytelling.    Spencer has over fifteen years' experience studying ancient wisdom traditions and symbolic languages and is a certified graduate of Acyuta-Bhava Dasa's Nightlight Hellenistic Astrology Courses. In addition to his studies with Acyuta, Michaud is inspired by the traditional work pioneered by Robert Schmidt, Demetra George, Austin Coppock, and Chris Brennan as well as modern mythological based practitioners such as Bernadette Brady and Liz Greene.    In This Episode:  Spencer shares his o...2022-02-231h 28Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 160: Reconnection To Ancestral Foods and Earth Medicines with Kitchen Curandera, Felicia Cocotzin RuizFelicia Cocotzin Ruiz is an author, indigenous foods activist, natural foods chef, and curandera (Mexican traditional healer) educating and supporting others in reclaiming the kitchen healer approach to health with Indigenous wisdom and whole food cooking. Her holistic wellness background spans over 25 years in which she has had the opportunity to work with grassroots activists, tribal leaders, top wellness resorts, and professional athletes–helping people (re)connect to their ancestral foods, earth medicines, and health practices. Felicia’s work has been featured in Spirituality & Health, Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, and many other media platforms including The Original Americans episo...2022-02-161h 07Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 159: BaZi Chinese Astrology With Tiff LinTiff Lin is a BaZi Chinese astrology and BTB Feng shui practitioner, facilitator of healing, performance artist, community organizer based in Oakland California. As a 3-3-5 Yang Earth Dragon, their healing path is all about finding aliveness and helping people discover and remember their inner true nature.   In This Episode: This episode was recorded on 2/2/22. We talk about the numerology of the #2. Tiff shares their origins story and healing journey. Specifically, how being born in Taipei and their Chinese ancestry shaped their identity.  How they separated from filial piety. Tiff's journey in sacred sexuality and why they were called to...2022-02-091h 11Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 157: 2022 Intentions With Laura ChungHello beautiful soul family! I am back for this special episode on my intentions for 2022, January transits, Capricorn season, the Full Moon in Cancer, and Jupiter in Pisces. My natal mercury in Pisces communicates through films, myths, and symbolism so I hope you enjoy this wild ride. This is a longer episode so make yourself some cacao, get comfortable, write in your journal and I invite you to contemplate deeper after our time together.  In This Episode:  My life update. What I've been doing during my "break" and the lessons I've learned from 2020 and 2021. My intention fo...2022-01-121h 47Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 156: Letting Go and Co-Creating - Life Update With Laura ChungHello beautiful friends! This is a solo episode from yours truly and the last episode of 2021. Thank you so much for listening and for all of your support! I'm so excited for 2022 and the journey we will go on together.    FULL SHOW NOTES YouTube Channel Laura Chung Instagram Laura Chung Tik Tok Laura's Offerings Awaken and Align Instagram Awaken and Align Website The Werk Podcast Website The Werk Podcast Instagram Moon Circles Patreon  Connect with Awaken and Align: If you enjoyed the podcast and you feel called, please share it and tag me! Subscribe, rate, and rev...2021-12-1533 minThe WerkThe WerkTHE WERK Season 1 Episode 06: Continuing The Werk - Acknowledging What is In Order to Create What Can Be With Brittany Simone and Laura ChungIn This Episode: How Brittany and Laura met. Brittany and Laura's intention for starting The Werk Podcast. Our experiences in the wellness and spiritual industries and why speaking out against microaggressions, appropriation, and other harmful practices is a part of the work. The work that white people and BIPOC have to do in order to heal and evolve. How American history glosses over the contributions of BIPOC and important moments in history. The different types of privilege we all experience and why conversations regarding power and privilege need to include intersectionality.  Fetishization and mysognoir that B...2021-11-2156 minThe WerkThe WerkTHE WERK Season 1 Episode 06: Continuing The Werk - Acknowledging What is In Order to Create What Can Be With Brittany Simone and Laura ChungIn This Episode: How Brittany and Laura met. Brittany and Laura's intention for starting The Werk Podcast. Our experiences in the wellness and spiritual industries and why speaking out against microaggressions, appropriation, and other harmful practices is a part of the work. The work that white people and BIPOC have to do in order to heal and evolve. How American history glosses over the contributions of BIPOC and important moments in history. The different types of privilege we all experience and why conversations regarding power and privilege need to include intersectionality.  Fetishization and mysognoir that B...2021-11-2156 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 150: Awaken and Align With Laura ChungThis is our 150th episode! Thank you so much for your support. I'm so grateful for getting to do what I love to do. Make sure you have a cuppa tea and get cozy, or bring me along on your drive or your walk while I share a little bit of the cosmos, energies, personal stories, and reflections on this special milestone!   In This Episode:  My intention for starting this podcast in 2018. The celestial bodies of Mercury and Jupiter and how these planets affect our beliefs. The North Node in Gemini and The South Node of Sagittarius. Our perspectives and bel...2021-10-2050 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignTHE WERK Episode 06: Continuing The Werk - Acknowledging What is In Order to Create What Can Be With Brittany Simone and Laura ChungIn This Episode: How Brittany and Laura met. Brittany and Laura's intention for starting The Werk Podcast. Our experiences in the wellness and spiritual industries and why speaking out against microaggressions, appropriation, and other harmful practices is a part of the work. the work that white people and BIPOC have to do in order to heal and evolve How American history glosses over the contributions of BIPOC and important moments in history.  The different types of privilege we all experience and why conversations regarding power and privilege need to include intersectionality.   Fetishization and mysognoir that BIPOC women experience.  The work...2021-10-1257 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 149: Words of Wisdom: Awakening, Intuition, & A Deep KnowingAnother mercury in retrograde episode brought to you by 5 previous guests on the Awaken and Align Podcast. We've all had that gut feeling, that deeper knowing to follow something that is not rational. It's a feeling you can't deny but many people do because it's not logical. In this episode, these 5 guests share their aha moment; that awakening moment that changed everything.    FULL SHOW NOTES YouTube Channel Laura Chung Instagram Awaken and Align Instagram Moon Circles via Patreon - Choose from 3 tiers Connect with Awaken and Align: If you enjoyed the podcast and you feel called, please shar...2021-10-0617 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignTHE WERK Episode 05: Spiritual Activism - Your Spiritual Practice As A Pathway To Create Social Change and Liberation With Michelle JohnsonMichelle Cassandra Johnson is an activist, social justice warrior, author, anti-racism consultant and trainer, intuitive healer, and yoga teacher and practitioner. She has led dismantling racism work in many settings for over two decades and has a background and two decades of practice as a clinical social worker. Michelle’s work centers on healing from individual and collective trauma, coming back into wholeness and aligning the mind, body, spirit, and heart.  She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of William and Mary and a Masters degree in Social Work from the University of...2021-10-051h 06Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 148: The Astrology of October 2021 With Laura ChungLaura Chung is a New York based Reiki Master and Meditation Teacher. She has her Masters in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and spent most of her adult life in corporate America following a traditional life path. After achieving what most people would call a “successful” life, she did not feel any happier or fulfilled. On a quest to find her true purpose in life, she quit her job in 2017. She became nomadic and traveled the world; stopping by places like India to become a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher. She has worked with shamans, astrologers, energy healers, sages and eventually becoming a Re...2021-09-291h 01Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignTHE WERK Episode 04: The New Earth Is Not The New Age - Reclaiming The Indigenous PropheciesMarilu Shinn has held a private practice as  a Shamanic Practitioner since 2012  Her formal training includes the Four Winds Society  as well as an ongoing apprenticeship with the Nusta Medicine Women of Peru.  Her own healing journey and reclamation of her Ancestral Wisdom brought her to embody the Ancient Wisdom Traditions of Peru and  to share the Medicine and Beauty of this Lineage as a path towards Empowerment and Embodied living.  Her mission and passion are to reconnect Women with their Authentic Selves; to awaken their somatic awareness through Shamanistic practices and to reconnect them with their innate...2021-09-281h 16Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 147: Soul Messages - A Conversation With Psychic Medium Malaurie BarberMalaurie grew up in France and comes from a long line of psychics and witches. (her mother, her grandmother, her great grandmothers, her great uncle…Anyhow, you get the idea). It’s in her DNA. She has been doing readings for many years. Malaurie loves helping people find a sense of peace and clarity.   Malaurie tries to keep it real and simple. No gimmicks, no pretenses, no bullshit. She says it herself "I'm not a crystal ball, but I can enter into a conversation with your guides and ancestors and see what they have to say...2021-09-2255 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignTHE WERK Episode 03: Creating Safe and Trauma Informed Spaces With Cassandra LamAs CEO and Co-Founder of The Cosmos, she creates experiences and content to help Asian women care for themselves, their community, and their world. Their work at the intersection of AAPI identity, somatic healing, and women’s empowerment has been featured in The New York Times, Fast Company, Bustle, Paper Mag, and more. Cassandra’s teachings are informed by 9 years of practice in the healing arts, 300+ hours of training, and a lifelong commitment to social justice and decolonization. She has completed trainings in yoga, trauma-informed mindfulness, reiki, and activism movement trauma healing. In March 2021, Cassandra crea...2021-09-211h 16Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 146: Sexual Awakening & Pleasure As A Pathway For Self-Empowerment With Samantha CaffreySamantha Caffrey is of the multipreneur generation, working as a compassionate, mission-driven advocate, creator, publicist and strategist with the aim of elevating the power of women. Her work focuses on demystifying the intersection of sexuality, mental health, creativity, and spirituality—with the intention to destigmatize these topics to create a more equitable future for all.    Samantha works as an expert in growing brand ethos and industry equity through mission-driven communications strategies. Most recently, Samantha represented a family of sexual wellness brands delivering billions of digital media impressions, national media attention, celebrity partnerships and raised awareness of the impo...2021-09-1558 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignTHE WERK Episode 02: In Process - Deprogramming White Supremacy With Sara ClarkSara Clark began teaching yoga 11 years ago in New York City after leaving the world of television post production. She has had the honor of leading workshops and retreats globally, teaming up with top fitness brands and gracing covers of wellness magazines all while sharing tools to support healing the mind and the body. Sara views vinyasa yoga as a moving meditation, an act of resistance against the system and a salve for the soul. Her teachings weave together the practices of meditation, mindfulness and manifestation to support uplifting the spirit and awakening to one's limitless potential.  ...2021-09-141h 17Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignTHE WERK Episode 01: The Spirit of Supremacy - Breaking Down Toxic Paradigms With Amanda MichelleAmanda Michelle is a Spiritual and Holistic Wellness Practitioner currently based in Palm Springs, California. As a direct descendent of the Guarani people in Paraguay, Amanda has spent the majority of her life working with several Indigenous modalities including dream weaving, plant medicine and Indigenous Cosmology. As a transracial adoptee in the early 90's, it was a long and sometimes difficult process in understanding her Ancestral roots which ultimately created a deeper appreciation and connection to the Spirit realms. In 2015, Amanda created Activated Living and is focused on sharing her work in several formats (writing, visual, and audio) to he...2021-09-071h 06Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignThe Werk TrailerWe are the duo behind our passion project, The Werk, a podcast and web series to inspire people to do the necessary work. As women of color in the spiritual and wellness spaces, we aim to create a safe space to learn and unlearn. In the first season, there will be 6 episodes airing every Tuesday starting September 7, 2021.  Intention: Decolonizing spirituality and wellness for a more equitable future. In each episode, we will share wisdom, education, and storytelling to raise awareness of the harm placed on indigenous and people of color. With this awareness, we are better equipped to incite chang...2021-09-0118 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 145: The Astrology of September 2021 With Catherine UrbanCatherine Urban (NCGR-PAA IV, ISAR-CAP) is the author of Your Astrological Cookbook: The Perfect Recipe for Every Sign. She maintains a thriving consultation practice, creates weekly astrological forecasts, teaches predictive and foundational courses in astrology and writes for NCGR’s Memberletter. Catherine is a mama, astro-mage and recently integrated the art of horary into her practice.    In This Episode: Make sure to bring your calendars and journals to write down important dates and transits because Catherine gives us a lot of ways to move through these energies.  Catherine shares her origins story and how she started studying astrology.  The overall theme and ene...2021-08-251h 42Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 144: Korean American Shamanism With Seo KelleherSeo Kelleher (pronounced Sea-Oh Keh-Li-Hur, she/her) is a Korean American shaman, author, and publisher. She heals and helps others to release what no longer serves them, so they can thrive and live more authentic, aligned lives. She channels her ancestors and Korean shamanic deities in her work.    In This Episode: Seo's origins story; the catalyst to her spiritual journey and how she was led to shamanism. How the Korean American experience is unique and how she was able to heal and integrate both cultures.  How Seo knew that she was being called to embody shamanism. Who are Mudangs and why a...2021-08-181h 05Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 143: Integration: Taking Inspired Actions Towards Your Vision With Laura ChungIn This Episode: I reintroduce myself and I briefly share my story.  How to navigate through the in-between time. Feeling lost or lacking clarity?  The last decan of Leo and the corresponding tarot card. The waxing phase of the moon.  At this time, pay attention to your inner guidance, signs, and synchronicities that are guiding you the way. Channeled messages using tarot and divination for the rest of your Leo season.  FULL SHOW NOTES YouTube Channel Laura Chung Instagram Awaken and Align Instagram Moon Circles via Patreon - Choose from 3 tiers Connect with Awaken and Align: If you en...2021-08-111h 01Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 142: New Moon in Leo & Lion's Gate 8/8 Portal - Activating Your Inner LionIn This Episode: I talk about the energies surrounding this New Moon in Leo The significance of 8 in numerology Lion's Gate and its connection to Kemet, ancient Egypt   How to use this manifestation portal  I go through each of the rising signs and which house of your natal chart Leo is activating  I channel messages using my intuition and divination for you. Please take what resonates and leave what doesn't  FULL SHOW NOTES YouTube Channel Laura Chung Instagram Awaken and Align Instagram Moon Circles via Patreon - Choose from 3 tiers Connect with Awaken and Align: If you enjoy...2021-08-042h 06Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 141: The Astrology Of August 2021 With Cho HwangCho Hwang is an astrologer specializing in forecasting and predictive astrology. She has a knack for predicting collective trends using planetary cycles and the art of divine timing. Her practice is deeply spiritual and heart-centered. She shares her magic through her membership program, the Lunar Mission Club, which helps you explore your soul blueprint and step into your higher calling.   In This Episode: We talk about Cho's predictions for 2020 and her reflections on how everything unfolded. The main theme of 2021. The key dates and energies moving through August 2021. The energies of Leo and Aquarius.  Cho's suggestions for how to work wit...2021-07-2855 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 140: Full Moons In Aquarius - Liberation For All With Laura ChungIn this solo episode, I talk about the Aquarian energies that are propelling us forward at the individual and collective levels. You've been getting an Aquarius activation since December 21st 2020 with the Saturn and Jupiter conjunction at 00 degrees Aquarius in a certain area of your life. This is also an auspicious time because we have 2 full moons in Aquarius within a month. Some people call this a blue moon. This is a time to break free from perceived limitations, shine in your authenticity and let your freak flag fly!   FULL SHOW NOTES YouTube Channel Laura Chung Instagram Awaken and Align In...2021-07-2148 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 136: Full Moon in Capricorn: Leave The Past Where It Belongs With Laura Chung In this episode: Full Moon at 3 degrees and 27 minutes in Capricorn. Opposite the Sun in Cancer. Mercury in Gemini went direct on June 22nd. We have a beautiful aspect in the sky on June 23rd; the Sun in Cancer is trine Jupiter in Pisces. Very lucky aspect! Capricorn rules our structures, goals, career, long term plans.  Tap into the high vibrational expression of Capricorn who learns through the long journey and gains wisdom through the trials and tribulations. Think of the sea-goat traversing the seas or mountains.  What have you learned over the last 18 months since the Solar Ecl...2021-06-2328 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 134: Solar Eclipse in Gemini: Messages From Mercury & New Beginnings With Laura ChungIn This Episode: The significance of 19 degrees in numerology. June is a universal #11 month, a portal. What is a solar eclipse in astronomy? What is the significance of a new moon in astrology? Mercury cazimi and what we can expect. Why I believe June is a powerful month of tapping into our intuition and dreams.  I go through each of the 12 rising signs and give you a taste of what area of your life this eclipse will transit through.  FULL SHOW NOTES Connect with Awaken and Align: If you enjoyed the podcast and you feel called, please sh...2021-06-0959 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 133: June Energies and Retrogrades With Laura ChungI'm back with another solo episode. I wanted to show up, again, as I recorded this on the first day of June; the halfway point of 2021. In this episode, I wanted to share my intentions with this community and how I want to show up going forward. This last lunar eclipse was a doozy. It really illuminated my limiting beliefs about myself and fears that have been simmering in my subconscious. Doing shadow work and going inward can be a very lonely place. It's not for the faint of heart. This is why it's so important to me to remind yo...2021-06-021h 16Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 131: Gemini Season, Eclipses & The Law of Resonance With Laura ChungHello you beautiful souls! I hope you are moving through these times with compassion and love. It's a wild ride this experience called life but at least we have each other. This is another solo episode from me...   In This Episode I Talk About:  What's happening in Awaken + Align Universe.  The lessons of Taurus season What to expect during Gemini season starting on May 20, 2021. Mercury Retrograde. Should you be worried? Eclipse season - Karmic fate. The South node eclipse happening on May 26, 2021, and what does this mean for the collective and for your life. Jupiter in Pisces and the loudest mess...2021-05-191h 24Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 122: Align To Your Rich B*tch Vibe With Laura ChungIn this week's solo episode, Laura talks about: How she is aligning to a new frequency of her rich b*tch life.  How to move through the last week of Pisces season. How to prepare for Aries Season and the Equinox.  The practice she uses to get the fear and anxiety out of her body.  The message she got when she finally surrendered.  Why the "work" is getting your energy to the right vibrational resonance. FULL SHOW NOTES   Connect with Awaken and Align: If you enjoyed the podcast and you feel called, please share it and tag me! Su...2021-03-171h 05Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 120: How To Apply The 12 Universal Laws To Live A More Aligned Life With Laura ChungThe law of attraction is just one of the 12 universal laws, and getting familiar with the other 11 can help us unlock a more spiritually aligned life. The law of attraction is about matching energetic frequencies to attract the things we desire into our experience. It is based on the idea that like attracts like, but you can also repel. Whatever you are focused on grows – be it good or bad, negative or positive. You might be asking yourself then why don't I have the thing? Or my person? Maybe you need to incorporate the other 11 Universal Laws. In this solo epis...2021-03-031h 40Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 117: New Moon in Aquarius - To Be Free With Laura ChungIn This Episode, I Talk About: New Moon in Aquarius energy. Why this New Moon in Aquarius has me reflecting back to 2009. The secret to manifestation (or not a secret). Reflecting back to the manifestation tools I was using to quit my corporate job. What I've been reflecting on during Mercury Retrograde in Aquarius. The collective energies of this New Moon in Aquarius especially for USA. What do you want to free yourself from? In what area of your life?   FULL SHOW NOTES   Connect with Awaken and Align: If you enjoyed the podcast and you fe...2021-02-1047 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 100: The Path - My Dream Life, Business + Spiritual Journey With Laura ChungHappy 100th episode! In this episode, my sister interviews me about my dream life, business, and spiritual journey. This was recorded in May of 2020 during the height of quarantine.   In This Episode We Talk About:   What I do for a living and how I define myself. How I make money and do what I love. How I started the path of ancestral healing and how it related to my purpose and life. How I started meditating and the journey that led me to Kundalini Yoga. My views on energy vampires or negative people. What does it mean to be...2020-10-071h 27Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 71: My Sister Sarah Chung On Being Good EnoughThis episode was inspired by Kate and Oliver Hudson's podcast Sibling Revelry. I FINALLY got my sister Sarah to come onto the podcast and share her inspiring story of how she went from a chubby kid with low self-worth to now helping women live their best lives.    Sarah has over 11 years of experience being a NICU nurse, she is a Reiki practitioner and a health coach. She tailors her program to each of her clients' needs. Her mission and purpose on this planet is to help inform and guide people to eat and do better by making small and sustainable cha...2020-02-121h 37Awaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 70: The Real Story Of Why I Quit My Last JobIn this week's episode, I'm taking a crack at storytelling. Maybe it's my throat chakra opening or the need to speak the truth, I reveal the real reason why I left my last job.    In This Episode We Talk About: What I've been inspired by this past week and how it's influenced my content creation. The real reason why I quit my last job.  The tough lessons I learned from that experience. Show Notes: Laura Chung's Instagram Kumi Dreams Website Connect with Awaken and Align: If you enjoyed the podcast, please share it.  Subscribe, rate and review the show...2020-02-0558 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 57: Laura Lukos on Crystal Healing and Energetic Shifts To Be More in Alignment With Your FutureLaura Lukos is a Queens based Reiki Master, Crystal Healer and Access Bars Practitioner. She discovered these modalities while working through her own anxiety and started Golden Willow Healing to guide others on their journey to emotional wellness. Laura uses these noninvasive treatments to facilitate deep relaxation and provide access to the parasympathetic state where true healing can occur. In addition to her one-on-one work, she has led workshops all over New York City and has offered healing at retreats and festivals throughout the country. Laura holds a BFA in Musical Theatre and hails from Minnesota so she feels deeply c...2019-10-3059 minAwaken and AlignAwaken and AlignEpisode 48: Solonje on Social Activism, Human Justice and Cannabis the Plant MedicineSolonje is a co-founder, cannavist and people advocate at Humble Bloom where it is her mission to give the underrepresented a seat at the table in the cannabis industry. She believes that we can shatter stereotypes and poor business practices through culture curation and by providing the industry with more access to strategic branding, advocacy and inclusive community experiences.  She was recently recognized as 15 Women to Watch in the CBD Industry in Marie Claire, and Culture Magazine’s Five Cannabis Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2019. Solonje is a political activist speaking out on equality and human justice. She is a sin...2019-08-1458 min