Fantasia

In a world that often prizes productivity over presence, how compassionate are we—really? Drawing from the insights of Dr. Gabor Maté, this episode explores compassion not just as a virtue, but as a vital tool for healing—both for ourselves and for others.Find out where you stand... and what growth is still ahead.Theme music: Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Community 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠⁠https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfan... 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media⁠🙏⁠ https://x.com /@FantasiaOnX 🙏⁠💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬 💬⁠⁠ https://lauragiles.org⁠⁠ 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#fantasia #herosjourney #compassion #shame #healing

Ready to reclaim your inner hero? In this episode, host Laura Giles dives deep with author and visionary Holly Bellebuono as they unpack her transformative book, Once Upon a Place. This isn’t just another travel guide—it’s a soul-stirring roadmap to healing, purpose, and personal evolution.Holly reveals how landscapes like forests, caverns, and vessels mirror our inner worlds, each offering symbolic wisdom straight out of the hero's journey. Together, they explore how myth, metaphor, and place intertwine to help us find meaning in the midst of chaos and clarity in times of change.Whether you're navigating a life transition or craving a deeper connection to yourself and the world, this episode offers a powerful reminder: your story isn’t over—and the map is already in your hands.🎧 Tune in and begin your mythic journey now!Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Hero's Journey and Place01:05 Inspiration Behind 'Once Upon a Place'02:34 The Symbolism of the Forest10:55 Exploring the Cavern: Fertility and Fear17:33 The Deep: Water as a Metaphor for Identity24:46 The Vessel: Symbolism of Containers and Transformation30:37 Listening to Places: Finding Your PathGuest: Holly Bellebuonohttps://www.hollybellebuono.comTheme music: Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Community 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠⁠https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfan... 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media⁠🙏⁠ https://x.com /@FantasiaOnX 🙏⁠💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬 💬⁠⁠ https://lauragiles.org⁠⁠ 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#fantasia #herosjourney #sacredplaces #hollybellebuono

Laura Giles explores the concept of the Hero's Journey as outlined by Joseph Campbell, discussing its relevance to personal growth and storytelling. She breaks down the stages of the journey, illustrating each with examples from popular culture, and emphasizes the importance of mentorship, facing challenges, and the transformative nature of the journey. The episode concludes with practical advice on how to navigate one's own Hero's Journey mindfully and with intention.Chapters00:00 Understanding the Hero's Journey03:02 The Call to Adventure05:57 Meeting the Mentor08:54 Tests, Allies, and Enemies11:57 The Ordeal and Transformation15:12 The Road Back and Resurrection18:02 Returning with the Elixir21:05 Mindfulness and IntegrationTheme music: Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Community 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠⁠https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfan... 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media⁠🙏⁠ https://x.com /@FantasiaOnX 🙏⁠💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬 💬⁠⁠ https://lauragiles.org⁠⁠ 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#fantasia #herosjourney #consciouscreator

What does it mean to really be a man in today’s world—and what happens when you strip away the noise to rediscover who you truly are?In this powerful episode, Laura Giles sits down with Joshua Fineman, founder of Mensch, to explore the raw, real, and often overlooked aspects of modern masculinity. From the transformational power of crisis to the surprising freedom found in facing death, this conversation dives deep into how men can reconnect with their authentic selves.Joshua shares hard-won insights about intentional living, the quiet wisdom of nature, and the healing that happens in brotherhood. Whether you’re navigating your own identity or supporting someone who is, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking depth, presence, and purpose.Listen in—and start your journey back to yourself.Joshua Finemanhttps://bemoremensch.comTheme music: Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Community 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠⁠https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfan... 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media⁠🙏⁠ https://x.com /@FantasiaOnX 🙏⁠💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬 💬⁠⁠ https://lauragiles.org⁠⁠ 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#masculinity #brotherhood #bromance #authenticity

What if your greatest adversaries were actually your greatest teachers? In this profound conversation, Laura Giles draws wisdom from Marcus Aurelius and Gladiator to explore how our enemies can guide us toward mastery of the self. Learn how to respond instead of react, turn compassion into power, and reframe conflict as a catalyst for growth. If you’ve ever struggled with difficult people or painful experiences, this video offers a new lens—one that could change everything.Chapters00:00 Enemies as Teachers02:57 Mastering the Inner Battlefield06:07 Compassion and Strength09:10 Reframing Adversity12:03 Emotional Detachment and Acceptance15:10 Choosing Your Battles Wisely18:12 The Power of Silence20:49 Preparation for VictoryTheme music: Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠⁠https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfan... 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏⁠https://x.com/i/communities/18439771849704... ⁠🙏⁠ / @myfantasia 🙏⁠💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬 💬⁠⁠ https://lauragiles.org⁠⁠ 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#

Laura Giles shares her profound insights from a near-death experience, exploring themes of consciousness, the nature of death, and the importance of personal responsibility. She discusses the subjective nature of death experiences, the significance of funeral rituals, and the necessity of living mindfully and healing as we go. Through her reflections, she emphasizes the interconnectedness of all beings and the power of asking better questions to enhance our understanding of life and existence.Chapters00:00 Exploring Near-Death Experiences03:01 The Nature of Existence and Consciousness05:54 Understanding Death and Its Subjectivity08:46 Selfishness and Personal Responsibility11:58 The Process of Dying and Letting Go14:54 The Importance of Funeral Rituals18:10 Asking Better Questions for Better Answers20:55 The Essence of Jesus and Personal Divinity24:06 Taking Responsibility for Our Reality27:07 Living Consciously and Healing as We Go

In this insightful video, Laura Giles delves into the hidden power of metaphors and how they shape every aspect of our lives—from our beliefs and emotions to our relationships and personal growth. Discover how the metaphors you unconsciously use influence your worldview, choices, and sense of self. Laura shares compelling stories and practical examples that reveal how consciously choosing your metaphors can lead to a more meaningful, empowered life. Whether you're interested in self-development, psychology, or language, this conversation will help you uncover the stories beneath your story. Chapters00:00 The Power of Metaphors in Life02:58 Understanding Personal Metaphors05:49 Metaphors and Personal Experiences09:09 The Impact of Metaphors on Relationships12:00 Metaphors as Emotional Maps14:50 Changing Perspectives Through Language18:03 The Journey of Self-Discovery20:47 Using Metaphors for Personal Growth23:55 Invitation to Join the CommunityTheme music: Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Community 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠⁠https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfan... 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏⁠https://x.com/i/communities/18439771849704... ⁠🙏⁠ / @myfantasia 🙏⁠💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬 💬⁠⁠ https://lauragiles.org⁠⁠ 💬

In this deeply moving conversation, author Kelly Watt opens up about her harrowing descent into suicidal depression and how the ancient language of astrology offered her a lifeline when nothing else could. Drawing from her award-winning new book The Weeping Degree: How Astrology Saved Me From Suicide, Kelly shares how charting the stars became a roadmap to understanding her pain, reclaiming her identity, and ultimately saving her life. This is a story of darkness, divine timing, and the unexpected ways the universe can speak when we're willing to listen.Guest: Kelly Watt author of The Weeping Degreehttps://kellywatt.caTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Community 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠⁠https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfan... 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏⁠https://x.com/i/communities/18439771849704...⁠🙏⁠ / @myfantasia 🙏⁠💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬💬⁠⁠ https://lauragiles.org⁠⁠ 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#astrology #suicide