Since ancient times, humans have looked to the heavens for guidance. Astrology is considered a type of prophecy that involves the forecasting of earthly and human events through the observation and interpretation of the Sun, the Moon, the Stars and the Planets. Astrologists believe that the positions of the Sun, moon, stars and planets at the time of a person’s birth have a direct influence on that person’s character. The alignment is thought to affect a person’s destiny and life. Our guest today is an astrologist and she plans to share her experiences and use my birth chart as an example to inform our audience. Linda Elias Watson is the owner and creator of Soul Guide Astrology. She is a member of the American Federation of Astrologers. She provides readings that offer insight and guidance to better help individuals find their focus and move forward with their spiritual journey. www.soulguidastrology.com Producer: Lillie Leonardi Tech Producer: Chris Sichi Music By: George Skaroulis I Believe! Do You? #Divine #angels #spirit #intuition #astrology #birth chart #stars #moon #planets

With the onset of COVID-19, child safety has been a primary concern for most parents, families and educators, not to mention organizations that serve children. Our guest this episode is Judy Bannon, founder and executive director of the Cribs for Kids organization. Judy has 22 years experience. Her organization has helped two (2) million families, distributed one (1) million cribs nationally, 100,000 cribs throughout Western PA, and collaborates with 1,800 partnering agencies that serve in the best interest of infants and children. Also, Judy and her daughter, Jennifer Bannon, co-authored a book entitled: "Five Ladies And A Forklift". The book reflects the founding of the organization and includes inspiring pages about leadership and social impact initiatives. Producer: Lillie Leonardi Tech Producer: Chris Sichi Music By: George Skaroulis #Divine #angels #spirit #intuition I Believe! Do You?

Jim Donovan M.Ed. is a professional musician, trainer, Assistant Professor and Director of Music and Wellness at Saint Francis University and TEDx speaker. His TEDx Talk How to Trick Your Brain Into Falling Asleep has been viewed over 4 million times to date. His mission is to share the healing power of music through education and performance. He specializes in placing music and wellness programs in organizations that focus on individuals with disabilities and recovering from addiction. Donovan performs with his band Sun King Warriors and was a founding member of the multi-platinum band Rusted Root. There he co-wrote the song Send Me on My Way featured in the movies Ice Age, Matilda and the Netflix Film, Holiday in the Wild. It also became the first song on Mars where it “woke up” NASA’s Mars Rover. Having presented over 3000+ rhythm based programs since 1999, Donovan works internationally facilitating music and wellness events with a wide variety of populations including corporate, university, people with disabilities, and people recovering from addiction. Join in the conversation with Jim, as he shares about his journey, his book, drum circles and how music is used as a healing element.   Producer: Lillie Leonardi Tech Producer: Chris Sichi Music By: George Skaroulis #Divine #angels #spirit #intuition I Believe! Do You?

Amanda Lee is not only an artist she is a highly successful businesswoman, social entrepreneur and modern day patron of young female artists. Since she could hold a crayon, Amanda has engaged in some art form. She initially learned about art from her grandmother who she fondly called “Nana”. Her first paintings were on trees. The artist still likes to use natural elements in my creative works. Murals were her initial means of income as an artist. As a business owner of a glassware studio, her first hand painted glasses reflected the Pittsburgh skyline and words like “Yinzers” which is definitely a ‘Burgh thing. “Hand painted with love and maybe a little wine” is her mantra and reflects her authentic spirit and energy. Her current project is entitled: 17 Portraits and includes collage images of significant individuals in her life. She began this project by creating an inspiring piece of her art mentor, Jay. Whether the good, bad or the ugly of these relationships, the individuals either nurtured or hindered her life. In some way, each helped her to heal and prepare her to become the impassioned woman and artist she is today. Her glassware is now available for on-line purchase in all 50 states and 30 countries globally. Amanda’s passion is collage art. www.amandaleeglassware.com   Producer: Lillie Leonardi Tech Producer: Chris Sichi Music By: George Skaroulis #Divine #angels #spirit #intuition I Believe! Do You?

Our topic for this episode is all about Trauma & Healing. The COVID pandemic, current political climate and the horrific events at the Capitol have caused great distress to humanity, our nation and the global community. Per the American Psychiatric Association (APA) recent poll suggests that 62% of Americans feel more anxious than they did at this time last year. This marks a sizable increase over APA polls of the past three (3) years in which the percentage ranged between 32% and 39%. New APA Poll Shows Surge in Anxiety Among Americans Top Causes Are Safety, COVID-19, Health, Gun Violence, and the Upcoming Election. When asked what made individuals extremely or somewhat anxious, Americans related that keeping themselves and their family safe was the primary concern. *** On today’s podcast, we have three (3) knowledgeable women and thought leaders that will share info about trauma, its effects and healing elements that may help to restore the connection of mind, body and spirit. Each brings vast expertise in their respective fields. This episode will also introduce: Dr. Sheila Roth, Dr. Kathleen Shoop and Dr. Madhu Bazaz Wangu as the initial Cypress podcasters. Cypress is an ecosystem of learning and multi-media project developed by Passages & Prose, LLC. It is a network of individuals, creative content, culture, strategy and current themes all of which have an impact on both the formal and informal learning processes that take place globally. In the coming months, new podcasters with unique voices will join in the collective of innovative creators. Producer: Lillie Leonardi Tech Producer: Chris Sichi Music By: George Skaroulis #Divine #angels #spirit #intuition I Believe! Do You? *** Source: American Psychiatric Association News (10/21/2020)

On this first episode of season three, we’ll explore elements of trauma, its effects and healing elements. Dr. Sheila Gillespie Roth (PhD, LCSW) serves as Chair in the Department of Social Work at Carlow University (Pittsburgh, PA). Her areas of expertise are Crisis Intervention and Trauma. Dr. Roth is a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania and is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). She is the program counselor for the Center for Emergency Medicine of Southwestern Pennsylvania, and member of the Pittsburgh Critical Incident Stress Management Team and serves on the advisory board. Producer: Lillie Leonardi Tech Producer: Chris Sichi #Divine #angels #spirit #intuition I Believe! Do You?

This episode focus is on the Fellowships of the Spirit and our guest is Reverend Amy Curren Atkinson.     Reverend Amy Curren Atkinson is a native of Warren, Pennsylvania.   She began her career in the trust department of Mellon Financial Corporation after graduating from Washington and Jefferson College with a Bachelor’s in Sociology.   In July 2005, Amy attained the designation of Certified Trust and Financial Advisor. She went on to work at First National Bank Corporation – First National Trust Company, where she advanced and eventually attained the position of Vice President as a Relationship Manager.   From there, she joined the Community Foundation of Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio in 2009 as the associate director where she utilized her expertise in donor relations across several counties.   Amy is a 2016 graduate of the School of Spiritual Healing and Prophecy at Fellowships of the Spirit in Casadaga, New York. She serves on numerous boards and is an ordained minister.    Amy has dedicated her life to inspiring others to live their lives purposefully, passionately and generously.   I Believe! Do You?   #ruintuit #Angels #Divine #spirit #intuition

This episode focus is on the subject of Trauma, and its effects to mind, body and spirit. And once again, we welcome June Faust Esser and Dr. Sheila Roth to the table.   June Esser is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist with 36 years of experience working in a variety of mental health and wellness settings.    She is currently in private practice in East Deer Township, Pennsylvania, treating individuals, couples, and families. Her practice focus offers healing opportunities as it relates to trauma and life adversity.   Dr. Sheila Gillespie Roth is a professor in the Department of Social Work at Carlow University located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She teaches courses such as: Case Management, Families, Social Work with Groups, Theories and Methods of Practice, Crisis Intervention, and about Death and Dying.     Dr. Roth has conducted research on work family fit in public safety; ethical dilemmas in end of life care settings; trauma informed care in residential settings; and more recently she has participated in research projects exploring vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue in crisis workers.   I Believe! Do You?   #ruintuit #Angels #Divine #spirit #intuition  

“I am a little pencil in God's hands. He does the thinking. He does the writing. He does everything and sometimes it is really hard because it is a broken pencil and He has to sharpen it a little more.” ~ Mother Teresa This episode shares a tale about the only American architect to ever design a building in the Vatican, The Chapel of the Holy Spirit.   Louis Astorino is that architect and has written a book entitled: A Pencil In God’s Hand. In it, he shares about his journey from Pittsburgh to the Vatican and how a “God wink” graced him with a chance to design and construct The Chapel of the Holy Spirit.   Louis D. Astorino founded LD Astorino and Associates in 1972. He led the corporation to prominence at an international level until his retirement in 2016. Among the hundreds of projects adopted by his firm, several stand out as witness to the Astorino legacy. These include: Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh; PNC Park, Trimont condominiums, the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center’s facilities in Palermo, Italy and Hyderabad, India.   These impressive commissions stand alongside the role of the Astorino firm in the restoration of the Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece, Fallingwater. Chosen by the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and the family of Edgar Kaufmann for this work, Lou has lectured extensively on Wright’s achievement in the design of the world-renowned house.   I Believe! Do You?   #ruintuit #Angels #Divine #spirit #intuition

A Near-Death Experience (NDE) is defined as: an incident associated with death or impending death.   In this episode, Author Nancy Rynes shares her story about a bicycle accident and NDE that led her on her spiritual journey.   Nancy Rynes is a leading voice for personalizing the wisdom of Near Death Experiences (NDE), developing heart-centered intuition, and living a life of inspiration and creativity.   In her book entitled: Awakenings from the Light, Nancy recounts the amazing sights of Heaven, and explains the remarkable insights into life she now shares with others.   Nancy believes she was gifted with a second chance—a precious opportunity to bring a little bit of Heaven into her life here on Earth.   www.nancyrynes.com   I Believe! Do You?   #Angels #Divine #spirit #intuition   www.ruintuitpodcast.liibsyn.com   The podcast is now available via iTunes.