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

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Navigating the Thin Boundary Between Worlds
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…
Guest: Matthew Strunk
The Healing Power of Forgiveness: Free Your Heart and Reclaim Your Peace
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…
The Awakening That Transforms Rock Bottom Into Divine Freedom
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…
Guest: Gemma Serenity
From Struggle to Flow: Discover the Secret to Effortless Transformation
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 …
Guest: Joseph Drolshagen
When Old Wounds Still Speak Loudly — The Spiritual Release That Restores Your Freedom
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…
The Heartbreaking Moment You Don’t Recognize Yourself — And the Journey Home to Who You Really Are
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…
The Secret Burden You’ve Been Carrying Alone — And the Healing Path Back to You
Sept. 16, 2025

The Secret Burden You’ve Been Carrying Alone — And the Healing Path Back to You

Send us a text In this episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan opens up about the secret burdens we often carry in silence—unhealed wounds, hidden shame, grief, and the pressure of always being the strong one. She shares her own journey of living with feelings of unworthine…
From Invisibility to Impact: Sharing the Story I Never Meant to Tell
Sept. 9, 2025

From Invisibility to Impact: Sharing the Story I Never Meant to Tell

Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan celebrates the release of The Infinite Impact: Stories of Alignment, a #1 bestselling book that features her most vulnerable and defining story. She shares the emotional journey of writing a chapter she ne…
Coming Home at Last: Living Whole, Free, and True to Who You Are
Sept. 3, 2025

Coming Home at Last: Living Whole, Free, and True to Who You Are

In this heartfelt episode of Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan explores what it truly means to “come home” to yourself. She shares her own raw story of carrying hidden wounds, living behind masks, and chasing achievements that never filled the emptiness inside. Through acceptance, a…
The Healing You Didn’t Know You Needed: Welcoming Back Your Forgotten Parts
Aug. 26, 2025

The Healing You Didn’t Know You Needed: Welcoming Back Your Forgotten Parts

In this episode of Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan explores the hidden wounds and forgotten parts of ourselves we often bury to survive. She shares personal stories of silenced emotions, unmet needs, and patterns of self-sabotage, and reveals how these “lost” pieces hold the key t…
The Journey Back to Authenticity
Aug. 19, 2025

The Journey Back to Authenticity

In this episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan explores what it means to reconnect with the self you were before the world told you who to be. Through personal stories, spiritual insights, and practical tools, she guides you to recognize the masks you wear, remember the jo…
Transforming Lives Through Alignment
Aug. 14, 2025

Transforming Lives Through Alignment

Send us a text In this engaging conversation, Kathleen Flanagan and Courtney Weidner share their transformative journeys through the alignment process, discussing their experiences at the Books and Business event. They explore themes of personal development, the importance of community, and the imp…
Guest: Courtney Weidner
The Uneasy Quiet Inside: When Restlessness Is Your Soul Asking You to Remember
Aug. 12, 2025

The Uneasy Quiet Inside: When Restlessness Is Your Soul Asking You to Remember

In this episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan explores the kind of restlessness that lingers beneath a seemingly “perfect” life. She shares personal experiences of feeling unsettled despite outward success, revealing how this discomfort is not a problem to fix but a power…
In a World That Demands You Hide, Here’s How to Anchor Into the Truth of Who You Really Are
Aug. 5, 2025

In a World That Demands You Hide, Here’s How to Anchor Into the Truth of Who You Really Are

In this heartfelt episode, Kathleen Flanagan invites you to explore what it really means to remove the mask you’ve been wearing and return to your true self. Drawing from her own journey of hiding behind perfection, people-pleasing, and invisibility, she reveals the emotional and spiritual cost of …
When You Forget Who You Are: The Awakening That Restores Your Soul’s Deepest Truth
July 29, 2025

When You Forget Who You Are: The Awakening That Restores Your Soul’s Deepest Truth

In this powerful episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan shares what happens when life’s pressures cause you to lose touch with who you really are. She explains the subtle signs of spiritual disconnection, how trauma, perfectionism, and people-pleasing keep you stuck, and w…
Heal Identity Wounds Caused by Spiritual Amnesia or Emotional Trauma
July 22, 2025

Heal Identity Wounds Caused by Spiritual Amnesia or Emotional Trauma

Send us a text In this episode of 'The Journey of an Awakening Spirit,' Kathleen Flanagan explores the themes of emotional trauma, healing, and self-discovery. She shares her personal experiences with childhood trauma and the journey towards recognizing and healing deep-seated wounds. Kathleen emph…
Making Lemonade Out of Lemons
July 15, 2025

Making Lemonade Out of Lemons

Kathleen Flanagan shares her journey of resilience and transformation after the unexpected closure of Brave TV, where her show was hosted. She discusses the emotional challenges she faced, the decision to reformat her show, and the personal growth that emerged from adversity. Kathleen introduces a …
How To Awaken Your Soul | Awaken Soul
June 17, 2025

How To Awaken Your Soul | Awaken Soul

In this soul-stirring episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan guides you through the sacred process of remembering who you truly are beneath the masks, conditioning, and pain. Sharing powerful personal stories of trauma, healing, and spiritual awakening, Kathleen reveals ho…
Spiritually Lost | Spirit Wants You To Remember
June 10, 2025

Spiritually Lost | Spirit Wants You To Remember

In this deeply vulnerable episode of The Journey of an Awakening Spirit, Kathleen Flanagan explores the sacred space of feeling lost—when your old identity no longer fits, and your new self hasn’t fully arrived. Sharing her personal experience with grief, emotional upheaval, and spiritual surrender…
Overachiever Struggles | What Do Overachievers Struggle With
June 3, 2025

Overachiever Struggles | What Do Overachievers Struggle With

In this podcast episode, host Kathleen Flanagan discusses the concept of burnout from a spiritual perspective, particularly focusing on how it affects high achievers and empaths. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing signs of chronic fatigue, apathy, and emotional numbing as indicators that …
The Energy of Release: What You're Ready to Let Go Of Is Calling You Forward
May 27, 2025

The Energy of Release: What You're Ready to Let Go Of Is Calling You Forward

There's a sacred moment in every awakening when your soul whispers, "Let go." But what if that release isn't just about losing something—it's a divine invitation to rise? We explore the energy of release, how to identify what's no longer aligned, and how to trust the pull toward what's calling you …
What Spirit Wants You to Know When Life Feels Uncertain
May 20, 2025

What Spirit Wants You to Know When Life Feels Uncertain

In the podcast "Journey of an Awakening Spirit," host Kathleen Flanagan discusses personal transformation and spiritual awakening. Kathleen shares her experiences of feeling displaced and navigating significant changes in her life. She emphasizes the importance of trusting the spiritual process and…
Reclaiming Joy When Everything Feels Heavy: Your Light Is Still Rising
May 13, 2025

Reclaiming Joy When Everything Feels Heavy: Your Light Is Still Rising

In this podcast episode, host Kathleen Flanagan discusses her personal journey of grief following the recent death of her father. The conversation centers on the emotional complexities of loss, the importance of community support, and the process of reclaiming joy amidst sorrow. Kathleen reflects o…
The Spiritual Reason You're Feeling Stuck
May 6, 2025

The Spiritual Reason You're Feeling Stuck

In the podcast "Journey of an Awakening Spirit," host Kathleen Flanagan discusses her personal journey of transformation and grief following the recent death of her father. The episode reflects on the emotional challenges of loss, the process of grieving, and the importance of self-discovery amidst…