The Journey of an Awakening Spirit — Conversations That Heal the Silence Within

This isn’t just another podcast or blog about spirituality.
Here, we name the truth: behind the polished mask, many of us feel isolated, unworthy, and alone.
Through raw stories, soul-centered tools, and deep conversations, you’ll discover that love was never pain—it’s freedom. And alignment is the path home.

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Oct. 28, 2025

Navigating the Thin Boundary Between Worlds

In this powerful episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, host Kathleen Flanagan welcomes Matthew Strunk, entrepreneur and founder of Illumishift, for a deeply human conversation about what it means to exist in the “spaces in between”—those moments when life feels uncertain, directionless, or…
Oct. 21, 2025

The Healing Power of Forgiveness: Free Your Heart and Reclaim Your Peace

In this heart-opening episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan explores one of the most powerful acts of healing — forgiveness. More than just releasing others, forgiveness is about freeing yourself from the energetic weight of the past. Kathleen shares her deeply persona…
Oct. 14, 2025

The Awakening That Transforms Rock Bottom Into Divine Freedom

In this heartfelt episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, host Kathleen Flanagan welcomes Gemma Serenity, a woman whose incredible story takes listeners from the depths of despair to the heights of divine transformation. Gemma opens up about her painful past—growing up in a home where emoti…
Oct. 7, 2025

From Struggle to Flow: Discover the Secret to Effortless Transformation

In this inspiring episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, host Kathleen Flanagan welcomes Dr. Joseph Drolshagen, a nationally recognized transformational coach and creator of the SMT Method, to explore the power of letting go of control and stepping into flow. Together, they dive deep into …
Sept. 30, 2025

When Old Wounds Still Speak Loudly — The Spiritual Release That Restores Your Freedom

In this heartfelt episode of Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan explores what happens when old wounds we thought were healed suddenly resurface. Sharing her own experience of grief and hopelessness following her father’s passing, she reveals how emotions tether us to the past—and why…
Sept. 23, 2025

The Heartbreaking Moment You Don’t Recognize Yourself — And the Journey Home to Who You Really Are

Send us a text In this episode of Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan explores the heartbreaking moment when you no longer recognize yourself. Outwardly, everything looks fine—career, responsibilities, respect—but inside, there’s a deep emptiness that no success can fill. Kathleen sha…

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Oct. 31, 2025

Navigating the Thin Boundary Between Worlds

Have you ever stood in an empty hallway after everyone’s gone home and felt that eerie mix of calm and discomfort? That strange, almost magnetic pull of emptiness has a name—the liminal space—and it mirrors something we all experie…

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Oct. 24, 2025

The Healing Power of Forgiveness: Free Your Heart and Reclaim Your Pe…

🌿 Letting Go with Grace: How Forgiveness Heals, Liberates, and Awakens the Soul We’ve all carried pain that wasn’t ours to keep — moments where forgiveness felt impossible, where the weight of betrayal, resentment, or anger seemed…

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Oct. 17, 2025

The Awakening That Transforms Rock Bottom Into Divine Freedom

Life has a way of pushing us to our limits—often just before revealing our greatest light. In a powerful episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, host Kathleen Flanagan sat down with Gemma Serenity, a woman whose story embodies the path …

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Great Insights!

"Kathleen gives a great breakdown of conditioning and guiding to return to “normal”. She gives great insights to experiences and shares ways to reconnect with yourself! IT’s a great listen!"

Just A Dude Podcast | July 9, 2025

Beautiful Topics

"I love the concept of this podcast and its message as a whole pushing us to reawaken our spirit and addressing so many topics that are aligned with who I am as a person. I also appreciate the depth o…"

Perspective with Viv | June 24, 2025

Insightful and helpful

"Kathleen does an exellent job of covering a topic we can learn about. This podcast touches on many essential aspets of our awakening."

EunoiaZen | May 16, 2025

Powerful

"I just listened to Kathleen’s episode on the loss of her father. The episode was powerful and heartfelt. I am so sorry for your loss, Kathleen. I look forward to listening to her other episodes."

Cdraw18 | May 19, 2025

A great podcast for empaths

"Kathleen is a compassionate host with a great array of stories and resources for empaths, those of us who feel deeply with benefit from this show."

Suzanne Culberg | May 6, 2025

A Soulful Guide to Inner Awakening

"The Journey of an Awakening Spirit is a beautiful and inspiring listen for anyone seeking spiritual growth and inner transformation. With heartfelt conversations, practical tools, and soulful guidanc…"

Jeff Linden | May 9, 2025

"Kathleen is a great hostess. Her questions and insights will stretch your own imagination in the very best way. Great Podcast!"

Paul Zolman | Oct. 24, 2023

Deep meaningful pod

"This podcast is like a warm cup of tea for your soul—deep, insightful, and filled with heart. Perfect for anyone craving more meaning, mindfulness, and magic in their life."

IrinaSheh | May 7, 2025

Great show with an insightful host!

"Kathleen is an understanding and curious host who keeps guests engaged with insightful conversations."

John Lawyer | Nov. 17, 2023