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The Imaginals with Ashley Wick
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UNVARNISHED STORIES OF TRANSFORMATION FROM CREATIVE, WISE WOMEN
You are the co-creator of your life, but what happens when you find yourself on the precipice of change and unsure of what’s next?
The Imaginals podcast invites you to explore seminal moments of personal change. Together, we move forward, drawing wisdom and inspiration from creative and insightful women as we explore their journeys of transformation.
Imaginal cells are those responsible for a caterpillar's incredible transformation into a butterfly. In these conversations, we explore the moments of impact, the messy middles, and the most surprising elements of meaningful change.
Authentic, brave and warm, The Imaginals will inspire you to claim the center of your own story. Join host, Transformational Coach, Ashley Wick to witness how they put their whole being into action to light up the world.
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Ashley Wick has an intimate understanding of the pitfalls of perfection. Born and raised in San Francisco, she grew up in a family where high performance was the maxim. For years it served her to be the ultimate doer: a straight-A student; a Duke athlete; a Vogue Magazine executive; and founder of her own fashion PR agency. By all accounts, her efforts were propelling her toward her life’s desires. That all changed when she learned of her newborn daughter’s heart condition. She couldn’t “do” anything, she simply had to be. By processing moments of uncertainty with her own coach, she came to understand the power of working in communion with other women as a foundation for creating meaningful change. It is this framework that transformational coach Ashley Wick brings to her practice and her new podcast, The Imaginals.
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Indie-folk Artist Emma Rose on Creative Stagnation, Freedom, and Flow
Jun 1000:42:30Tap to summarizeIn this intimate live episode recorded in Boulder, Colorado, host Ashley Wick sits down with 26-year-old indie-folk artist Emma Rose for a soulful, humorous conversation about creativity and resilience. Emma opens up about growing up with touring folk musician parents, her journey from playing bass in other bands to leading her own project, Sound of Honey, and the bold choice to leave the breakout bluegrass band Big Richard at its peak. They explore the struggles of breaking through in a competitive industry, the addictive pull of constant digital connection, and the pressure to keep producing in a culture that prizes speed and visibility. Emma shares candid reflections on reclaiming the freedom to create without comparison, embracing rest, and reconnecting with her inner artist. For creatives who feel the pressure to always be “on,” Emma’s story is a powerful invitation to slow down, tune out the noise, and come home to your own creative voice. Stay tuned for a rare, live performance of Emma’s beloved and unreleased songs.Chapters:01:43 Introducing Emma Rose: A Talented Musician03:06 Emma's Musical Journey and Family Background05:36 Choosing Music: A Personal Decision09:52 High School Challenges and Musical Growth19:18 COVID-19: A Time for Reflection21:13 The Rise and Success of Big Richard23:30 The Rise and Fall of Big Richard24:09 Trusting Your Gut and Making Hard Decisions24:47 The Struggles of Life on the Road27:22 The Impact of Social Media on Self-Worth28:59 Navigating the Music Industry33:12 Balancing Creativity and Spirituality36:31 The Practice of Being an Artist39:54 Finding Flow and Overcoming Stagnation43:35 Final Thoughts and Recommendations Links:Emma RoseBig Richard BandSound of HoneyBig Magic by Elizabeth GilbertJulia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way / Morning Pages ToolThe Creative Act by Rick Rubin With thanks to…Jamie and Davis at Stone Cottage Studios for hosting and producing this special live episode, and to our sponsors Plantgem, Low Rider, Boulder Wine Merchant, Suerte Tequila, and Little Saints for making the evening extra special.Ashley Links: Finding The Current Within Retreat: https://peggymarkel.com/adventures/finding-the-current-within/ Ashley Wick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywick The Ingenius Life Workshop: https://www.ingenius.life Take The Leap Course: https://www.taketheleapwomen.com/ Sign up for Ashley’s newsletter for free coaching reflections, tools and news: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643399411150f24bd562b5f5 Podcast artwork by George Bangs. Photography by Cary Jobe This podcast is made possible thanks to our amazing partner Plantgem. Get 20% off your order when you use the code IMAGINE.
Transcribe →Renée Rosillo on Leaps of Faith and Risking Everything to Live Authentically
May 13, 202500:51:16Tap to summarizeSome life changes are quiet pivots. Others require a full leap—one where you lose everything but trust that something truer will rise in its place.Renée Rosillo is a Latina trans woman, technologist, and community builder who’s taken more than one of those leaps. She began her career at the UN, championing global youth initiatives, and went on to cofound multiple start-ups—including Prism, an open banking platform used across Latin America, and FounderFamilia, now the largest network of Latina venture-backed founders. Today, she’s building AO Labs, where they’re developing AI that learns like humans do—with empathy at the core.But Renée’s most powerful leap wasn’t professional—it was personal.After selling one of her companies, she finally slowed down. In that quiet, she realized she was living out of alignment with who she truly was. Facing long-buried gender dysphoria, she made the brave decision to leave everything behind: her wife, her child, her home, and her company.This final episode of Season 1 is a conversation about identity, reinvention, and what it takes to build a beautiful life—and a world—that reflects the truth of who we are. Renée’s story is full of grace, hope, and the kind of clarity that only comes from risking it all. Chapters: Links:Website: https://reneerosillo.com/ Twitter @reneerosilloInstagram 0xrerosilloLinkedin @rrrosilloNewsletter Subscribe herehttps://www.joinprism.xyz/https://www.founderfamilia.com/https://www.aolabs.ai/Ashley Links: Finding The Current Within Retreat: https://peggymarkel.com/adventures/finding-the-current-within/ Ashley Wick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywick The Ingenius Life Workshop: https://www.ingenius.life Take The Leap Course: https://www.taketheleapwomen.com/ Sign up for Ashley’s newsletter for free coaching reflections, tools and news: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643399411150f24bd562b5f5 Podcast artwork by George Bangs. Photography by Cary Jobe This podcast is made possible thanks to our amazing partner Plantgem. Get 20% off your order when you use the code IMAGINE.
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Christine Carter on Choosing Purpose Over Happiness, Overcoming Anxiety, and Accepting Loss
May 6, 202500:38:50Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Imaginals, host Ashley Wick sits down with Christine Carter, Ph.D. — sociologist, coach, and author of The Sweet Spot, Raising Happiness, and The New Adolescence. For over 25 years, she’s been a guiding voice in the science of well-being, helping shape UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center and bringing insights to stages like TED and The Oprah Show.Christine spent her career studying happiness, purpose, and the conditions that allow us to truly thrive- gaining knowledge and skills that would prepare her for what she later called her “summer of hell.” In a single season, Christine was diagnosed with breast cancer, lost her mother, her best friend from college, a cousin she considered a brother, and her beloved dog. She was being asked to live everything she’d taught — to find stillness in chaos, clarity in grief, and purpose in the face of deep loss.Christine comes from a long line of anxious women, and like so many of us, she’s made a life’s work of teaching what she needs to know. In this tender and humorous conversation, they discuss perfectionism, why purpose ( not happiness ) is one of the strongest predictors of well-being, and how it’s possible to be happy amidst profound pain.. This episode is an offering for anyone finding their way through anxiety or loss.Chapters: 01:27 Guest Introduction: Christine Carter01:51 Christine's Journey Through Personal Loss04:40 The Dinner Table Epiphany09:45 Purpose vs. Happiness15:02 Arthur Brooks' Insights on Happiness16:53 Christine's Personal Growth and Overcoming Anxiety19:10 Overcoming Anxiety: Key Strategies20:09 The Role of Meditation and Cognitive Practices22:26 Embracing Emotional Acceptance23:27 The Impact of Menopause on Anxiety26:44 Perfectionism and Connection29:17 Navigating Loss and Grief35:42 Acceptance Practice and Final ThoughtsLinks:Christine Carter Website | Instagram | LinkedInGreater Good Science Center at UC BerkeleyAcceptance Meditation Ashley Links: Finding The Current Within Retreat: https://peggymarkel.com/adventures/finding-the-current-within/ Ashley Wick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywick The Ingenius Life Workshop: https://www.ingenius.life Take The Leap Course: https://www.taketheleapwomen.com/ Sign up for Ashley’s newsletter for free coaching reflections, tools and news: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643399411150f24bd562b5f5 Podcast artwork by George Bangs. Photography by Cary Jobe This podcast is made possible thanks to our amazing partner Plantgem. Get 20% off your order when you use the code IMAGINE.
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Violinist Yuki Numata Resnick on Music as a Tool for Change and Finding Purpose Beyond the Applause
Apr 29, 202500:54:38Tap to summarizeViolinist, educator, and nonprofit leader Yuki Numata Resnick has spent her life exploring the transformative power of music—not only as an artist, but as a changemaker. Originally from Vancouver, Yuki has performed on some of the world’s most iconic stages, from the Sydney Opera House to Carnegie Hall, and has recorded with artists including The National, Arcade Fire, Lisa Hannigan, and Taylor Swift.But it’s her work offstage that tells an even deeper story. As co-founder and former Executive Director of Buffalo String Works, Yuki helped build a music program that now serves over 150 refugee, immigrant, and historically marginalized youth—demonstrating how music can become both a source of belonging and a catalyst for social change. Today, as the Director of Arts and Culture at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, she is leading a historic $100 million initiative to secure the future of Western New York’s arts and culture sector and most importantly, finding ways to get funding into the hand of the deepest community organizers and challenging pre-conceptions about where wealth. In this conversation, Yuki shares her reflections on discovering her why, leadership challenges, career pivots, and the quiet courage it takes to step into the unknown. Chapters:01:17 Meet Yuki Numata Resnick: Violinist and Visionary02:45 Navigating Career Shifts and Personal Growth03:07 Sponsor Highlight: Plant Gem03:55 Yuki's Early Years and Musical Journey05:26 Challenges and Triumphs in Music Education15:09 The Birth of Buffalo String Works20:18 Building a Community Through Music23:38 Inspiration Behind Buffalo String Works27:12 Launching and Growing the Nonprofit28:02 Growth and Learning in Buffalo String Works29:00 Taking on Leadership and Challenges34:34 Balancing Personal and Professional Life41:50 Transition to Philanthropy45:57 Reflections and Future Aspirations49:57 Closing Thoughts and ResourcesLinks:Yuki Numata ResnickYuki Numata Resnick InstagramBuffalo String WorksArts and Culture at the Community Foundation for Greater BuffaloIndra Nooyi QuoteToni Morrison QuoteAshley Links: Finding The Current Within Retreat: https://peggymarkel.com/adventures/finding-the-current-within/ Ashley Wick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywick The Ingenius Life Workshop: https://www.ingenius.life Take The Leap Course: https://www.taketheleapwomen.com/ Sign up for Ashley’s newsletter for free coaching reflections, tools and news: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643399411150f24bd562b5f5 Podcast artwork by George Bangs. Photography by Cary Jobe This podcast is made possible thanks to our amazing partner Plantgem. Get 20% off your order when you use the code IMAGINE.
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World-class Climber Sasha DiGiulian on Pushing Boundaries, Facing Criticism and Coming Home to Herself
Apr 15, 202500:50:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Imaginals, world champion climber and author Sasha DiGiulian joins host Ashley Wick for a candid conversation about identity, ambition, and the challenges of forging her own path in a male-dominated sport — all in the public eye.From the outside, Sasha’s achievements are staggering: world titles, groundbreaking climbs, and over 30 first female ascents around the globe. But as she reveals in her memoir Take The Lead, another story was unfolding beneath the surface — quiet battles with body dysmorphia, the hunger for belonging, and the reckoning that came after being cyber-bullied by a fellow climber.Sasha reflects on how her drive to discover what she was capable of fueled her early rise — and how that same fire, at times, left her burned out and at odds with herself. Today, she’s balancing an audacious new climbing goal in Yosemite with her role as founder and CEO of Send Bars.She speaks to the tightrope so many women walk: wanting to go big, but feeling the pressure to play small and be likable — and how the right people around you can make all the difference.In the wake of eating disorders, injury, and abusive online harassment, Sasha shares how she continues to find her way back to herself — on and off the rock.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Imaginal Cells and Podcast Purpose01:17 Guest Introduction: Sasha DiGiulian's Climbing Achievements01:47 Sasha's Personal Struggles and Triumphs03:46 Balancing Climbing and Entrepreneurship05:49 Challenges and Growth in Climbing and Business14:02 Overcoming Cyberbullying and Finding Inner Peace26:15 Empowering Women and Building a Supportive Community33:12 Launching Send Bars and Future Goals46:20 Closing Thoughts and Inspirational Advice48:43 Conclusion and Sponsor MessageLinks:Sasha DiGuilian Sasha DiGuilian Instagram Take The Lead Book Here to Climb DocumentarySend Bars Books by Jim Collins Why by Simon SinekAshley Links: Finding The Current Within Retreat: https://peggymarkel.com/adventures/finding-the-current-within/ Ashley Wick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywick The Ingenius Life Workshop: https://www.ingenius.life Take The Leap Course: https://www.taketheleapwomen.com/ Sign up for Ashley’s newsletter for free coaching reflections, tools and news: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643399411150f24bd562b5f5 Podcast artwork by George Bangs. Photography by Cary Jobe This podcast is made possible thanks to our amazing partner Plantgem. Get 20% off your order when you use the code IMAGINE.
Transcribe →Kristy Caylor on Walking Away with Integrity and Making Sustainability Stick
Apr 8, 202501:03:51Tap to summarizeIn this episode, host Ashley Wick sits down with Kristy Caylor, who is on a mission to change the way we think about fashion and waste. The industry produces a staggering 100 billion garments a year, and 85% of that ends up in landfills. It’s a cycle that feels impossible to break—but Kristy is proving otherwise.As the CEO of Trashie, a company making textile recycling easy and even fun, she’s tackling the problem head-on. Her journey started in industrial engineering before she found her way to fashion, leading projects like Gap’s Product RED and later co-founding Maiyet, one of the first ethical luxury brands. At Maiyet, Kristy poured her heart into proving that high fashion and conscious business could go hand in hand.But after six years, Kristy faced an excruciating decision. Some of Maiyet’s inner workings didn’t align with her values, and she had to ask herself: Was she willing to stay and compromise, or would she walk away from the company she loved? She chose integrity, letting go without a clear next step. What followed was a period of uncertainty, but also a powerful reset.In this conversation, Kristy shares the question that stumped her and ultimately reshaped her approach to leadership. She talks about failure, the role of intuition in big decisions, and how asking “What if?” has fueled her most innovative ideas. They also explore behavior change—why guilt and shame don’t work, and how Kristy is using joy and ease to shift the way people think about recycling their stuff. Chapters:01:17 Meet Kristy Caylor: Fashion Industry Innovator01:52 Kristy's Journey with Maiyet13:19 The Decision to Leave Maiyet16:48 Building a New Business with Integrity25:02 The What-If Mindset and Consumer Behavior32:27 Introducing Trashy: A Circular Economy Solution36:41 Proposing Partnerships to Brands37:49 Marketing and Storytelling in Sustainable Fashion41:16 Building a Community and Measuring Impact42:11 Staying Resilient Amidst Fast Fashion44:58 The Journey of Shifting Business Models51:05 Balancing Startup Demands and Family Life54:03 Defining Success and Personal Values55:26 Tools and Practices for Transformation Links:TrashieFor DaysWayne DyerNeville GoddardMichael SingerTim Ferriss x Diana Chapman Podcast Episode Diana Chapman’s Full Body Yes meditationAshley Links: Finding The Current Within Retreat: https://peggymarkel.com/adventures/finding-the-current-within/ Ashley Wick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywick The Ingenius Life Workshop: https://www.ingenius.life Take The Leap Course: https://www.taketheleapwomen.com/ Sign up for Ashley’s newsletter for free coaching reflections, tools and news: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643399411150f24bd562b5f5 Podcast artwork by George Bangs. Photography by Cary Jobe This podcast is made possible thanks to our amazing partner Plantgem. Get 20% off your order when you use the code IMAGINE.
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The Founders of Carve Designs on Surf, Partnership, and Bold Entrepreneurial Leaps
Apr 1, 202500:40:38Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Imaginals, host Ashley Wick sits down with Jennifer Hinton and Thayer Sylvester, lifelong friends and co-founders of Carve Designs. Their journey began, as so many do, with a conversation—this one on a surf trip to San Pancho, Mexico, about the frustration of ill-fitting women’s board shorts. That conversation sparked an idea, and what started as a simple need soon grew into something much bigger: a brand that would empower women, challenge expectations, and take on a life of its own.At the heart of their story is partnership—not just in business, but in the deep trust and shared vision that allowed them to build something purposeful together. Jennifer and Thayer take us behind the scenes of what it really means to start something from nothing. Neither had a background in fashion, and there was no guarantee it would work. But they took the leap anyway—one bold decision at a time. They share what it’s like to grow alongside the business, how stepping away from societal expectations led to personal transformation, and why success isn’t just about the outcome.We also explore the interplay between entrepreneurship and motherhood—how learning to navigate risk, relinquish control, and trust the process has shaped not just their business, but the way they raise their children.If you’ve ever felt misaligned in your career, wondered whether to trust that inner nudge, or needed a reminder that success doesn’t have to mean going it alone, this conversation is for you.Chapters:01:46 The Journey of Carve Designs02:03 Personal Transformations and Challenges02:35 Redefining Success and Empowering Women03:02 Sponsor Message: Plant Gem03:57 Interview with Jennifer Hinton and Thayer Sylvester04:49 The Struggles Before Carve Designs06:13 The Decision to Start Carve Designs12:38 Defining Success and Overcoming Challenges23:52 Balancing Motherhood and Leadership34:45 Closing Thoughts and ResourcesGuest Links: Carve Designs website: https://www.carvedesigns.com Carve Designs Instagram: @carvedesigns https://www.instagram.com/carvedesigns‘On Children’ by Kahil Gilbran from The Prophet: https://poets.org/poem/children-1 Calvin Coolidge on Persistence: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/2749-nothing-in-this-world-can-take-the-place-of-persistence Ashley Links: Finding The Current Within Retreat: https://peggymarkel.com/adventures/finding-the-current-within/ Ashley Wick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywick The Ingenius Life Workshop: https://www.ingenius.life Take The Leap Course: https://www.taketheleapwomen.com/ Sign up for Ashley’s newsletter for free coaching reflections, tools and news: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643399411150f24bd562b5f5 Podcast artwork by George Bangs. Photography by Cary Jobe This podcast is made possible thanks to our amazing partner Plantgem. Get 20% off your order when you use the code IMAGINE.
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DEI expert Daisy Auger-Domínguez on Overcoming Burnout, Navigating a Corporate Crisis and Leading With Heart
Mar 25, 202500:51:54Tap to summarizeDaisy Auger-Domínguez is a powerhouse in the evolution of work and leadership. With senior roles at Disney, Google, and Vice Media, a TEDx talk, and regular contributions to Harvard Business Review, she has long been at the forefront of building workplaces that truly work for everyone. She’s also the author of Inclusion Revolution and her newly released book, Burnt Out to Lit Up: How to Reignite the Joy of Leading People.But even the most passionate and purpose-driven leaders can hit a breaking point. After three intense years navigating the uncertainty of the pandemic and the Great Resignation, Daisy found herself in deep burnout—managing mass layoffs, weathering a corporate crisis, and facing personal attacks that took a profound toll.In this candid conversation, we go beyond the glossy leadership narratives and into the messy, human side of what it means to hold responsibility in turbulent times. Daisy shares the three dimensions of burnout, how to find your way back from exhaustion, and the key shifts that drive real, lasting change. She reminds us that true leadership starts from within—and that to light the way for others, we must first rekindle our own fire.Chapters:01:18 Meet Daisy Auger Dominguez: A Leader's Journey01:58 Navigating Burnout and Corporate Crisis05:05 The Viral Tweet and Its Aftermath08:28 Personal Attacks and Professional Resilience11:50 Finding Strength Amidst Chaos22:22 Burnout: The Breaking Point24:27 A Heartbreaking Call: Empathy in Leadership27:02 Realizations of Parenting and Team Dynamics28:33 The Importance of Self-Awareness and Understanding32:21 The Concept of Hungry Ghosts33:43 Overcoming Deep-Seated Traumas38:54 The Power of Candor in the Workplace42:11 Offering Grace to Yourself and Others44:47 Deepening Self-Awareness to Combat Burnout49:36 Final Thoughts and Staying ConnectedGuest Links: Website: https://www.daisyauger-dominguez.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daisyaugerdominguez ‘Instagram: @daisyaugerdominguezDaisy’s books: https://www.daisyauger-dominguez.com/books TedEx Talk: Inclusion Revolution TEDx Talk Ashley Links: Finding The Current Within Retreat: https://peggymarkel.com/adventures/finding-the-current-within/ Ashley Wick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywick The Ingenius Life Workshop: https://www.ingenius.life Take The Leap Course: https://www.taketheleapwomen.com/ Sign up for Ashley’s newsletter for free coaching reflections, tools and news: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643399411150f24bd562b5f5 Podcast artwork by George Bangs. Photography by Cary Jobe This podcast is made possible thanks to our amazing partner Plantgem. Get 20% off your order when you use the code IMAGINE.
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Entrepreneur Megan Klein on Loneliness, Risk-Taking and Finding True Self-Worth
Mar 18, 202500:46:20Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Imaginals, Ashley Wick sits down with Megan Klein, founder and CEO of Little Saints — a non-alcoholic, mushroom-powered cocktail and spirit brand — for a conversation about reinvention, risk, and living in alignment with your deepest truth. A former attorney, Megan launched Little Saints in 2021 after pursuing entrepreneurial ventures that combined her love of food, farming, and wellness. She is a self-proclaimed tree snuggler, advocate of feminine energy in business, who has developed a fearless sense of self-trust. Fresh off her Shark Tank appearance and being named one of Inc. Magazine's 2025 Female Founders 500, Megan shares her journey of transformation, from grappling with traditional expectations and feelings of loneliness to stepping into her true entrepreneurial calling. She opens up about the pivotal moment of her 40th birthday and the powerful act of self-marriage, her experiences with depression, and the role plant medicine played in her healing.With refreshing honesty, Megan talks about the profound financial risks she took, including investing $1M of her own savings, and the courage it takes to pursue a vision that others may not yet understand. As she loosens her grip on familiar attachments and faces fears she once thought would unravel her, she finds a new joy — an alive, abundant energy found only in the freedom of an unconventional path. This is a story of resilience, self-discovery, and the pursuit of success on your own terms. If you’ve ever wondered what it means to redefine your life and trust your own path, this episode is for you.Chapters:01:17 Meet Megan, Founder of Little Saints02:19 Megan's Turning Point at 4009:54 The Move to Detroit and Pandemic Challenges10:01 The Birth of Little Saints19:22 Financial Risks and Lessons Learned25:24 Rethinking Business Spending26:29 Instagram Campaign Success27:23 Transitioning Away from Alcohol28:59 Realizations About Alcohol33:01 Identity and Sobriety39:08 Family and Forgiveness40:31 Future Aspirations43:39 Daily Routine for SuccessGuest Links: Megan Klein Instagram: @meganjokleinLittle Saints: https://littlesaints.com Little Saints Instagram: @littlesaintscoGet 20% off Little Saints with this special code for all Imaginals listeners: ASHLEY20. Click Ashley Links: Finding The Current Within Retreat: https://peggymarkel.com/adventures/finding-the-current-within/ Ashley Wick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywick The Ingenius Life Workshop: https://www.ingenius.life Take The Leap Course: https://www.taketheleapwomen.com/ Sign up for Ashley’s newsletter for free coaching reflections, tools and news: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643399411150f24bd562b5f5 Podcast artwork by George Bangs. Photography by Cary Jobe This podcast is made possible thanks to our amazing partner Plantgem. Get 20% off your order when you use the code IMAGINE.
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Activist Lynne Twist on Commitment, Finding Purpose, and the Mystical Side of Life
Mar 11, 202501:05:43Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Imaginals, host Ashley Wick sits down with activist and best-selling author Lynne Twist for a soulful, inspiring conversation about purpose and transformation. Lynne shares the highlights of her 40-year journey—dedicating herself to ending world hunger, protecting the Amazon rainforest, and empowering women—and the spiritual metamorphosis that made it all possible.Ashley and Lynne explore the power of commitment, the mystery of life’s callings, and the difference between change and true transformation. Lynne reflects on the moments that shaped her path: the sudden loss of her father, the life-changing EST training, and an extraordinary mystical vision that led to the creation of the Pachamama Alliance. She also speaks to the vital role women play in creating a more balanced, compassionate future.This conversation is rich with wisdom and heart. Lynne reminds us of the importance of staying connected to what we love and how daring to pursue big, impossible dreams pushes us to grow into the people capable of realizing them.Chapters:01:16 Meet Lynne Twist: Activist and Author01:51 Lynn's Early Life and Spiritual Awakening14:28 The Impact of the 1960s: Activism and Personal Growth17:56 Discovering EST and The Hunger Project27:54 Commitment to Ending World Hunger31:09 Ending World Hunger: A Personal Journey31:53 Facing Corruption and Beauty in Humanity32:50 A Transformative Trip to Guatemala34:10 The Shamanic Ceremony Experience38:13 A Call to the Amazon41:58 Founding the Pachamama Alliance48:33 The Role of Women in Global Change51:44 Change vs. Transformation54:43 Personal Transformation Through Illness58:50 Final Thoughts and ResourcesGuest Links: Lynne Twist Instagram: @soulofmoneyPachamama Alliance: https://pachamama.org/ Soul of Money: https://soulofmoney.orgNobel Women’s Initiative: https://www.nobelwomensinitiative.org/ The Soul of Money & Living A Committed Life books: https://soulofmoney.org/products/ Landmark Forum ( Formerly EST ): https://www.landmarkworldwide.com/the-landmark-forum The Hunger Project: https://thp.org The Life You Are Given by George Leonard: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/90046.The_Life_We_Are_GivenPema Chodron Ashley Links: Finding The Current Within Retreat: https://peggymarkel.com/adventures/finding-the-current-within/ Ashley Wick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleywick The Ingenius Life Workshop: https://www.ingenius.life Take The Leap Course: https://www.taketheleapwomen.com/ Sign up for Ashley’s newsletter for free coaching reflections, tools and news: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/643399411150f24bd562b5f5 Podcast artwork by George Bangs. Photography by Cary Jobe This podcast is made possible thanks to our amazing partner Plantgem. Get 20% off your order when you use the code IMAGINE.
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