
Fantasia
Support For Your Magical Hero's Journey
Laura Giles
Show overview
Fantasia launched in 2024 and has put out 47 episodes in the time since. That works out to roughly 25 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence, with the show now in its 2nd season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 23 min and 36 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Religion & Spirituality show.
There hasn’t been a new episode in the last ninety days; the most recent episode landed 5 months ago. The busiest year was 2025, with 36 episodes published. Published by Laura Giles.
From the publisher
Fantasia is for people who don’t want to be told what to think or do on their own personal hero’s journey. We give you tips, tricks and wisdom so you can feel supported and connected through your awakening. Ready to embrace the adventure? Welcome to Fantasia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 36What to Look for in a Mentor: Lessons from The Way of the Peaceful Warrior
If you are ready to take on a mentor, this show can help you decide whether your candidate is a great choice! Laura Giles reflects on the themes of mentorship, using the book 'The Way of the Peaceful Warrior' as a framework. She discusses the role of Socrates as a mentor, highlighting both the positive and negative aspects of his approach. The conversation delves into the importance of emotional safety, the impact of trauma on mentorship, and the qualities that define a healthy mentor. Laura emphasizes the need for mentors to foster self-sufficiency and emotional awareness in their mentees, while also cautioning against mentors who may inadvertently cause harm.Chapters00:00 Reflecting on Mentorship and Growth02:51 The Role of Socrates as a Mentor05:29 Challenges in Socrates' Mentoring Style08:19 Identifying Red Flags in Mentorship11:35 Qualities of a Healthy Mentor14:27 Understanding Trauma and Mentorship17:06 Final Thoughts on Mentorship and Self-DiscoveryTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Community 🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfan... 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Substack🙏 https://substack.com/@myfantsia 🙏🙏 Social Media🙏 https://x.com /@FantasiaOnX 🙏💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#fantasia #herosjourney #peacefulwarriorTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 35What It Means to Be Real: A Journey from Alaska to Authenticity
We've all heard that life’s constants are death and taxes—but what if the truest constant is change? In this powerful, soul-stirring reflection, Laura shares how a recent trip to wild, unpredictable Alaska inspired a major shift in her life, values, and online presence. Using the timeless wisdom of The Velveteen Rabbit, she asks: What does it truly mean to be real? And how do we reclaim authenticity in a world full of noise, masks, and curated identities?This is not just an update—it's a call to community, self-reliance, and deep, unfiltered connection. If you're ready to shed pretense, love more deeply, live more mindfully, and build something real with others who value integrity over image—press play.Join the journey. Stay wild. Become real.Theme music: Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Community 🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfan... 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Substack🙏 https://substack.com/@myfantsia 🙏🙏 Social Media🙏 https://x.com /@FantasiaOnX 🙏💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬 💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#fantasia #herosjourney #becomingrealTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 34Embracing Chaos; The Path to Transformation
What if chaos isn't something to fear—but a powerful gateway to transformation?In this episode, Laura Giles invites you to explore the hidden wisdom within disorder. Using the timeless myth of Cupid and Psyche, she unpacks how chaos often signals the start of profound personal evolution. Why do we resist it—and what happens when we stop?Through a lens of mythology, cycles, and the hero's journey, this conversation challenges you to see upheaval not as an ending, but as the beginning of something meaningful. Discover how embracing chaos can unite us in love, purpose, and the creation of a better world—one courageous step at a time.Chapters00:00 Navigating Chaos: A New Beginning02:43 The Cycle of Life: Order and Chaos06:01 The Illusion of Control: Surrendering to Chaos08:40 The Myth of Cupid and Psyche: Lessons in Transformation11:35 Facing Challenges: The Path to Growth14:28 The Call to Action: Embracing Change17:45 Unity in Chaos: The Power of Love20:40 The Hero's Journey: Choosing Consciousness Over IllusionTheme 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 #consciouscreatorTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 33The Healing Tech You’ve Never Heard Of: Resona Vibe & the Future of Wellness
How can we combat frankenfood, chemtrails, pollution, food coloring, pesticides, and chemicals in our clothings, food, water supply, and air? In this eye-opening interview, Laura Giles sits down with Mark Fox, inventor of the Resona Vibe, to explore the fascinating science behind PEMF therapy, energy exchange, and the power of solfeggio frequencies. Discover how this groundbreaking device supports the vagus nerve, boosts wellness, and why hydration is more important than you think. Plus, hear real success stories and learn the surprising challenges of bringing new health tech to market. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of healing.Guest: Mark FoxHttps://resona.health/laura-gilesChapters00:00 Introduction to Health and Wellness Technology03:13 Understanding the Rezona Vibe and Its Technology05:57 Challenges in Developing Health Devices08:55 The Importance of Accessibility in Health Technology11:32 Exploring Frequency Therapy and Its Applications14:17 Success Stories and Real-World Impact of the Vibe17:26 Solfeggio Frequencies and Their Benefits19:50 Innovative Health Solutions and Research22:41 Understanding Side Effects and Safety25:17 Addressing Lyme Disease and Detoxification28:13 The Role of Hydration in Therapy30:48 Marketing Strategies for Health ProductsTheme 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 #consciouscreatorTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 32How Did We Get Here?
We all have a personal hero's journey, but we're on a collective one as well. Each of us contributes to our collective society. To know where we are going, we have to know where we have been.https://heartmath.com/lauragilesTheme 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 #consciouscreatorTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 31Are You Living Your Life or Someone Else’s?" — The Journey to Finding Yourself
Why do so many of us feel stuck, lost, or like we’re just going through the motions? In this powerful conversation, Laura Giles dives deep into the timeless path of the Hero’s Journey—revealing why reclaiming your agency and uncovering your true self is the key to real transformation. If you’ve ever felt like a supporting character in your own life, this episode will challenge, inspire, and guide you toward healing and wholeness.It’s not just a journey. It’s your journey. Are you ready to take the first step?Chapters00:00 The Call to Adventure02:49 Differentiation: The First Hero's Journey05:31 Agency vs. Objectification11:20 The Journey of Transformation17:11 Finding Your True SelfTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 3021 Life Hacks From the Movie Labyrinth
There are all sorts of cheats in stories if we just know what to look at. Here are 21 cheats for your hero's journey from Labyrinth. How many did I miss? Let me know in the comments.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 #consciouscreatorTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 29Unlock Your Destiny: How North & South Nodes Reveal Your Life Path with Babs Cheung
What if the stars could reveal your soul’s purpose—and your past life lessons? In this eye-opening conversation, Laura Giles sits down with astrologer Babs Cheung to explore the North and South Nodes—the hidden forces in your birth chart that hold the keys to your destiny and spiritual growth.What You’ll Discover:What the North Node really means—and how it points to your futureHow the South Node reveals your past life patterns and comfort zonesThe spiritual tug-of-war between staying safe and evolvingHow astrology can guide deep healing and transformationWhy self-awareness is the first step to real changeWhether you're new to astrology or a seasoned stargazer, this episode will give you a powerful new lens on your life path—and how to walk it with intention.✨ Ready to decode your cosmic blueprint? Hit play and discover the astrology of your soul.📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you’re ready to grow beyond your stars.Chapters00:00 Exploring Astrology: A Map of Energy Potential03:03 Understanding North and South Nodes05:42 The Impact of Saturn Return on Personal Growth08:36 Navigating Family Dynamics and Personal Growth11:13 Contradictions in Astrological Signs14:07 Recognizing Patterns in South Node Behavior16:35 The Journey of North and South Nodes19:10 The Role of Astrology in Self-Development22:07 Finding Balance Between North and South NodesFind Babs Cheung Here:https://babscheung.comhttps://www.instagram.com/babs.cheung/#astrology #cosmicenergy #BabsCheung #personalgrowth, #astrologytips #astrologyinsights #northnode #southnodeTheme 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/@myfantasiaonX 🙏💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰Theme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 28Energy Body Hygiene Explained
In this episode, Laura Giles explores the concept of energy body hygiene, emphasizing the importance of maintaining one's energetic health alongside physical and emotional well-being. She discusses various practices, including meditation, exercise, and creating a supportive environment, to enhance energy flow and balance. The conversation also touches on the impact of trauma on the energy body and the necessity of addressing unresolved issues for holistic health. Additionally, Laura highlights the role of technology in supporting energy hygiene and encourages listeners to adopt daily practices for maintaining their energy bodies.Chapters00:00 Understanding Energy Body Hygiene03:22 The Pyramid of Energy Body Hygiene05:20 The Role of Environment in Energy17:32 Addressing Trauma and Emotional Health23:35 Daily Practices for Energy Clearing26:29 Enhancing Your Biofield with Technology28:54 FantasiaOutro.mp4Theme 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 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰Theme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 27How Compassionate Are You? A Gabor Maté-Inspired Quiz
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 #healingTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 26Once Upon a Place: Finding Yourself by Knowing Where You Are with Holly Bellebuono
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 #hollybellebuonoTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 25Navigating Life's Adventures: The Hero's Journey Explained
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 #consciouscreatorTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 24Reconnecting with Masculinity, Brotherhood, and Authenticity
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 #authenticityTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 23How to Deal With Your Enemies
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 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#Theme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 22I Died—But There Was No Tunnel, No Light. Here's What Really Happened
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 GoTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 21Finding Belonging: From IndieFest to Walmart with Laura Giles
Why do some places make us feel alive, while others make us feel invisible?In this episode, Laura Giles opens up about a moment that hit unexpectedly hard—and what it revealed about community, trauma, and the invisible threads that connect us. From film festivals to big-box stores, we explore the spaces where our souls light up... and where they go dim.If you’ve ever felt like an outsider in a crowd or longed for more meaningful connection, this conversation might be the spark you need.Chapters00:00 The Power of Connection at IndieFest04:54 The Impact of Trauma on Emotional Safety10:02 The Importance of Belonging14:57 Creating Community and Connection20:05 Be the Change: Cultivating BelongingTheme 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 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#IndieFest, #emotionalsafety, #trauma, #belonging, #community, #connection, #personalgrowth #growth, #self-help, #networking, #indiefilmTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 20What's Going On? Uncover Your Metaphors and You'll Find Out!
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 💬 Theme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 19Written in the Stars: Kelly Watt on Astrology, Suicide, and the Path to Healing
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 #suicideTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 18Leadership Lessons From the Childlike Empress
What if true leadership didn’t look like control or command—but quiet presence and boundless trust? In this episode, Laura Giles dives into The Neverending Story to reveal what the Childlike Empress can teach us about leading with heart, not hierarchy. Whether you manage a team, a household, or your own wild life, this conversation will challenge how you think about influence, authority, and the role of imagination in shaping reality. Tune in and rediscover the power of simply being.Chapters00:00 The Leadership of the Childlike Empress10:15 The Power of Presence and Trust18:22 Embracing Imagination and Co-CreationTheme 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 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#fantasia #leadership #childlikeempressTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 17Are You In a War With Yourself?
What happens when the battlefield is inside your own mind? When the enemy knows your every move—because it is you?This week on the podcast, we’re diving deep into what it means to be at war with yourself. The self-doubt, the sabotage, the relentless voice that tells you you’re not enough. But here’s the thing: you’re not alone. And this war? It can be won.Tune in. Let’s call a truce.Chapters00:00 The Hero's Journey Begins03:02 Language and Culture: Reflections of Self06:06 Understanding the Shadow Self09:14 The Path to Wholeness12:12 Embracing the Struggle of Becoming15:05 The War Against Yourself20:52 Finding Peace WithinTheme 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 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#self-sabotage #warwithinTheme music:Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Free Community🎧🎧 https://myfantasia.net 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfantasia 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏https://x.com/@paranormalPTSD🙏 https://youtube.com/@myfantasia 🙏💬 Ready to embark on your hero's journey? Let's talk.💬💬 https://lauragiles.org 💬〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.