The Karuna Life Podcast

Use code GINA for 20% off at https://www.enchantedbotanicals.com Such a generous gift from Deb for listeners of the show.In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, Gina Kitzmiller is joined by Deb Schaffer of Enchanted Botanicals for a heartfelt conversation about ancestors, intuition, plant wisdom, and meaningful ritual. Together, they explore who the ancestors are, what it means to connect with “well” ancestors, and simple, grounded ways to begin working with your ancestors in everyday life. Gina and Deb also talk about trusting subtle signs, creating spiritual practices that feel personal and true to your own path, and allowing connection to unfold in a way that feels natural and supportive. Deb shares how her family lineage, connection to nature, and personal healing journey have shaped her work and inspired the way she blends ritual with everyday life. Gina also shares her Online Intuition Development course, created to help you strengthen your inner knowing in a grounded, practical way.➡️ How do you connect with your ancestors? We’d love to know in the comments! 🌿✨Deb Schaffer is the creative heart behind Enchanted Botanicals, a magical lifestyle brand built around the belief that real life gets better when you add a little ritual. She is a spiritual herbalist, energy intuitive, natural magic coach, author of Notes from an Enchanted Garden, and teacher of Plant Magic.Gina Kitzmiller is the creator of The Karuna Life®, founder of Trimatri® Reiki, and host of The Karuna Life Podcast. She is also the creator of the Online Intuition Development course, an Intuitive, Reiki Master Teacher, and the Amazon bestselling author of Soul Walk: The Unexpected Gifts of Grief and Connection to Those in Spirit.Connect with Deb:🌿 https://www.enchantedbotanicals.com📱 https://www.instagram.com/enchantedbotanicals📖 Book: Notes from an Enchanted GardenConnect with Gina:🌐 https://www.thekarunalife.com🌀 https://thekarunalife.thinkific.com/products/courses/intuition-development-course📱 https://www.instagram.com/thekarunalifeIf this episode resonated, be sure to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who would love this conversation ✨🤍

In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, Gina Kitzmiller sits down with Donna Bishop for a deeply honest and compassionate conversation about addiction, shame, thought patterns, and the possibility of lasting change. Donna shares her personal story of living as a functioning addict, the profound turning point that led her into treatment 12 years ago, and the life-changing insight that helped her see she was not broken — she was believing thoughts that were never meant to define her.Together, Gina and Donna explore why addiction often serves a purpose, why one-size-fits-all recovery models do not work for everyone, and how kindness, self-trust, and a new understanding of thought can open the door to real freedom. They also talk about family dynamics, shame, coping behaviors, relapse, and what it means to move beyond survival into a life that feels clear, grounded, and truly your own.This episode is for anyone navigating addiction, loving someone who is, or trying to understand the deeper emotional and mental patterns that keep us stuck. It is also a powerful reminder that change is possible, that healing is not always linear, and that there may be more paths to freedom than we have been taught to believe.⭐️ If this episode speaks to you, please follow The Karuna Life Podcast, leave a five-star rating and share it with someone who may need this conversation. We'd also love to hear your thoughts in the comments.✨Connect with Donna Bishop via email: [email protected]. Her website will be shared here soon once her new site is finalized and published.✨ To explore more of Gina Kitzmiller’s work — including her Intuition Development course on Udemy, healing offerings, and her book Soul Walk — visit:🌿 https://thekarunalife.com/📸 Instagram: @theKarunaLife📧 Email: [email protected] podcast is for Informational purposes only and reflects Donna Bishop’s personal experience with addiction and healing. Nothing in this episode should be considered medical, psychological, or professional treatment advice, and we are not recommending any specific recovery approach or program. If you are struggling with addiction, substance use, or mental health concerns, please reach out to a qualified medical or mental health professional for support.

In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, Gina Kitzmiller - Professional Intuitive, author, Reiki Master Teacher, and founder of Trimatri® Reiki - sits down with Andrea Morrison of Balance From Within (Sebring, Florida) for a grounded, expansive conversation on craniosacral therapy, nervous system regulation, and the inner shifts that help us reclaim our power.Andrea breaks down craniosacral therapy as a gentle, fascia-informed approach that supports the body’s return to homeostasis - especially when we’ve been living in chronic fight/flight/freeze. Together, Gina and Andrea explore how stress and emotion can be held in the body, why true healing isn’t something that’s “done to you,” and how the right support can help you come back into your own inner authority.This episode also goes deeper into the real-life spiritual work: judgment vs. compassion, authenticity, and the “shadow” as a teacher. You’ll hear why patterns often return leveled up - not to punish you, but to help you strengthen boundaries, integrate the lesson, and move forward with more clarity. Plus, Andrea shares her surprising career pivot and a manifestation moment.Key TakeawaysYour body is designed to heal - but it needs the nervous system to feel safe enough to do it.How we fall into the victim mindset and how to change it.Awareness is powerful: observing thoughts without labeling them “good/bad” can create real change.Boundaries often get tested at higher levels as you grow - this is how lessons become embodied.Presence is medicine: when someone can hold steady, your system can recalibrate naturally.If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow the show and leave us a comment, rating, or review - it truly helps support our work and we'd be really grateful!About Andrea MorrisonAndrea Morrison is a Craniosacral Therapist and channeling energy healer, and the founder of Balance From Within. After experiencing craniosacral therapy 15 years ago, she felt called to leave a 23 year career in dental hygiene and devote her work to supporting the body’s natural ability to heal itself. Fascinated by healing from an early age, Andrea has studied and blended multiple modalities into her practice including elements of massage, sound, crystals, and frequency work, creating sessions that are both subtle and profoundly transformative for the mind body and soul. Website: https://mybalancefromwithin.com/Instagram: @mybalancefromwithinPodcast (Spotify): Balance From WithinAbout Gina Kitzmiller / The Karuna Life®Gina Kitzmiller is the creator of The Karuna Life®, founder of Trimatri® Reiki, and the Amazon bestselling author of Soul Walk: The Unexpected Gifts of Grief and Connection to Those in Spirit. She offers 1:1 sessions, mentorship, and her self-paced course Intuition Development—a practical roadmap for strengthening intuition with Spirit Guides, divination tools, and grounded practices.Explore offerings: https://thekarunalife.com/Intuition Development (online programs): https://thekarunalife.com/online-programsInstagram: @thekarunalifeEmail comments or show suggestions: [email protected] This episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns.

This is a special episode of The Karuna Life Podcast with Gina Kitzmiller, creator of The Karuna Life® and founder of Trimatri® Reiki. In this guided meditation, you’ll receive Trimatri® Reiki for gentle chakra clearing and auric field cleansing. We move through the seven primary chakras and also include the Earth Star and Soul Star so your field feels fully cleared, connected, and aligned. The practice closes with a full-field sweep and a soft protective seal to help you feel calm, grounded, and back in your own energy.🌿If you’d like to go deeper, explore Gina’s sessions, trainings, and offerings at www.thekarunalife.com, including her online, self-paced Intuition Development course on Udemy. For questions or support, email [email protected].⭐ If this meditation supports you, please follow The Karuna Life Podcast and leave a five-star rating and review. We’d be grateful, and it helps more people find the show.Reiki disclaimer: Reiki is a complementary wellness practice intended to support relaxation and stress reduction. It is not medical or mental health treatment, and it is not a substitute for professional care. If you have a medical or mental health concern, please consult a licensed provider.

In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, Gina Kitzmiller sits down with Zacciah Blackburn and Dorothy Stone from Sunreed™ Instruments and Sunreed™ Center for a conversation that’s equal parts grounding and expansive. If you’ve ever felt your mind running loud, your nervous system on overload, or your energy craving a reset—this one will meet you right where you are.Together, we explore how sound becomes an ally for presence, regulation, and transformation—from simple, accessible ways to work with instruments at home to deeper themes around consciousness, voice, and sacred sound traditions. This is one you’ll want to listen to with headphones.Key Moments:22:51 - Ancestral Healing and Sound 26:27 - Throat Chakra and Women Speaking Truth32:01 - The Great Transformation 42:37 - Sound Healing: Opening to ExpansivenessZacciah Blackburn is the Executive Director of Sunreed™ Instruments and Sunreed™ Center, and is one of the most experienced instructors in Therapeutic Sound Healing in the world, involved in the field of healing music, sound and shamanic practices for over 45 years. He is a gifted intuitive, trained in classical healing and shamanic traditions, and sacred sound cultures.Dorothy Stone is Co-Director at Sunreed™ Instruments and Sunreed™ Center. She has been working in the field for over 30 years. Grandmother, mother, and hearth holder, Dorothy supports and inspires those around her, encourages us to embrace the good found everywhere, and is a true believer in the healing power of sound and love.🎧 Stay through the end: There’s a live sound healing demonstration around 44:00 that is truly mesmerizing—the kind you feel in your body.Explore Sunreed's instruments, training and more: Sunreed™ Center Programs: https://www.sunreedcenter.com/programs Sunreed™ Instruments: https://sunreed.com/🌿If this episode supported you, please follow The Karuna Life Podcast and leave a 5-star rating and review—it helps the show more than you know, and we’d be truly grateful. Have a topic request, comment, or suggestion? Email us at [email protected]. And to explore The Karuna Life's offerings, sessions, and resources, visit www.thekarunalife.com.

If 2026 already feels like it’s speeding up—like life is asking you to move faster than your nervous system can comfortably hold—this episode is for you.In this solo check-in, Gina Kitzmiller (creator of The Karuna Life® and founder of Trimatri® Reiki) shares what her Spirit Guides have been emphasizing for the year ahead: a fast-moving current, bigger energetic shifts, and a powerful theme she received—The Return of the Mystic. This is an invitation to slow down enough to hear what’s true, strengthen discernment, and trust your intuition in the way it naturally speaks to you (no perfection required).Gina also touches on Fire Horse energy beginning in February, how to work with transformation without burning out, why stillness is the clearest doorway to guidance, and what it looks like to choose aligned action instead of impulsive decisions. The episode closes with a group oracle card pull (Focus), details about Gina’s live online automatic writing workshop, and a note about her self-paced retreat, Retreat Into Stillness.🌿Explore Gina’s work, sessions, mentorship, retreats, and resources at www.TheKarunaLife.com and learn about Trimatri® Reiki training at www.trimatrihealing.com.If you enjoyed this episode, please follow The Karuna Life Podcast and leave a 5-star review - it supports the show more than you know and we'd be grateful!⭐Write Your 2026: Automatic Writing for Spirit Guides + Akashic Records (Jan 22): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980022718251?aff=oddtdtcreator🍃Return to Stillness Online Self Paced Retreat: https://thekarunalife.thinkific.com/products/courses/online-retreatDisclaimer: This episode is for spiritual education and personal growth only and is not medical, mental health, legal, or financial advice. Always consult a qualified professional for support related to your situation.

Trigger warning: miscarriage / pregnancy lossIn this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, I sit down with Intuitive, Energy Healer, Astrologer, and Children’s Author Nicole Lea Turner—currently 36 weeks pregnant with her second child—to talk about pregnancy as both a deeply human experience and a powerful spiritual portal.We explore what happens when a sensitive, intuitive woman carries a new soul, including how Nicole’s previous miscarriages shaped this pregnancy and the way she relates to the soul she’s carrying now. She shares how those losses, while deeply painful, also felt like part of a larger soul path that ultimately led to this baby.We talk about:The energetic and emotional shifts she noticed as soon as she became pregnantHow this pregnancy has felt like its own spiritual upgradeWhy she feels many of the babies coming in now are lightworker souls with a very specific purposeHow her intuition, dreams, and inner knowing have changed while carrying this little oneThe reality of holding both collective intensity and maintaining faith The honest mix of grief, fear, hope, and trust after loss—and how she makes space for all of itIf you’re pregnant, trying to conceive, healing from loss, parenting a sensitive kid, or you just feel that the new souls arriving are here on a mission, this conversation offers validation, perspective, and gentle company on the path. ✨Connect with NicoleEmail: [email protected]: @NicoleLeaTurnerChildren’s book: Into Nature We Go on Amazon https://a.co/d/bpi5aCvConnect with Gina & The Karuna Life™✨ If this conversation resonated with you, you can explore more of Gina Kitzmiller’s work — including Trimatri® Reiki, her Intuition Development course on Udemy, intuitive guidance, healing offerings, and her book Soul Walk — at: 🌿 https://www.thekarunalife.com 📸 Instagram: @theKarunaLife 📧 Email: [email protected]: This conversation reflects personal experiences and spiritual perspectives only and is not medical advice. Please consult your licensed healthcare provider for any medical, pregnancy, or mental health concerns.

Is every intense connection a “twin flame”… or just really loud chemistry? In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, Gina Kitzmiller sits down with Catherine Hinkle to unpack the twin flame phenomenon—what it is (and isn’t), how it differs from a soul mate bond, and why this archetype can be both a catalyst and a challenge.We explore the “why” behind twin flames (growth, mirror work, karmic cleanup), the common pitfalls (spiritualized obsession, breadcrumbing, runner–chaser loops), and how to spot red flags. For practitioners, we offer grounded guidance on ethics and how to offer support rather than demand outcomes. For seekers, we share ways to recover your center, rebuild nervous-system safety, and remember the point: your life, your sovereignty, your soul.We cover:Twin Flames vs. Soul Mates: frameworks, overlap, and key distinctionsThe “why”: mirrors, lessons, timing, and unhealthy patternsPractitioner cautions: avoiding prediction traps, marketing ploys, and dependencySelf-support: boundaries, embodiment, resourcing, and calling in healthy lovePerfect for anyone curious about twin flames, disentangling from an unhealthy dynamic, or supporting clients with clarity and compassion—minus the hype.Guest Bio — Catherine HinkleCatherine Hinkle is an Air Force veteran and OSU-trained Family Nurse Practitioner who blends integrative medicine with intuitive healing. Her personal wellness journey—including a 100-lb transformation—inspires her whole-person approach. Catherine is a Certified Holistic Wellness Coach/Nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Counselor, Practical Reiki Master/Instructor, and a 200-hour Mindful Resilience Yoga Teacher with the Veterans Yoga Project. Learn more about her work: infinitesoulflame.com • Instagram/Facebook: @infinitesoulflameFind Gina Kitzmiller & The Karuna Life®Website: www.TheKarunaLife.comInstagram: @thekarunalifeMentorship & Sessions: www.TheKarunaLife.com/mentorshipTrimatri Reiki™ Training: www.trimatrihealing.comBook: Soul Walk: The Unexpected Gifts of Grief and Connection to Those in Spirit — AmazonSupport the ShowIf this episode helped, be sure to leave us 5 starts and follow! Don't forget to share it with a friend who could use a grounded take on twin flames. 💛

In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, Gina Kitzmiller talks with Edit B Kiss — holistic mentor, success habit coach, #1 best-selling author, Humanitarian Award winner, and international speaker — about what it really takes to move from chaos to inner peace.Edit shares why she walked away from a 15-year career in petroleum engineering to do trauma healing work, and why true transformation doesn’t have to take a lifetime. We get into why talk-only approaches can stall, and how energy-based work (including Sekhem, Usui Reiki, and ancestral clearing) can create real shifts in how you feel day to day.We also get practical: why meditation is helpful and how to start raising your vibration now, and Edit’s biggest takeaway for creating lasting change. If you’ve been “doing the work” and still feel stuck, this one is for you.You can learn more about Edit's work at www.editbkiss.com / Instagram at @editbkiss.You can learn more about Gina Kitzmiller — Intuitive, Reiki Master, founder of Trimatri® Reiki™, and author of the Amazon-bestselling memoir Soul Walk: The Unexpected Gifts of Grief and Connection to Those in Spirit — at www.thekarunalife.com, Reiki Training: trimatrihealing.com, and on Instagram at @thekarunalife.Have suggestions or comments? Email [email protected]

Pour a glass and settle in—this Wine Down Wednesday features Jeff Rheinfrank of Spiritual Soul Journeys: firefighter, medic, intuitive, and Gina’s life partner. We cover the buzz around 3I-Atlas (the interstellar visitor stirring up big questions), how to work with portals and power places (near and far), and practical ways to connect with your Spirit Guides without overcomplicating the process.Come for the cosmic curiosity, stay for the grounded take from a first responder who’s spent years bridging the seen and unseen.In this episode you’ll hear:What 3I-Atlas is and why it’s sparking spiritual conversationHow to recognize portals & “thin places,” and simple ways to engage themHow to access the new light codes coming in around SolsticeConnect with Jeff:Insight Timer / Shamanic Journey Meditations: Jeff Rheinfrank Spiritual Soul Journeys (search in-app)Website: spiritualsouljourneys.comConnect with Gina:The Karuna Life® (sessions, podcast, resources): thekarunalife.comBook — Soul Walk: The Unexpected Gifts of Grief and Connection to Those in Spirit (Amazon Best Seller): Get the Kindle/print on AmazonReiki Training — Trimatri® Reiki (in person and online): trimatrihealing.comWork with Gina (Life Path Consultations/Akashic Records + Divine Energy Reset): thekarunalife.com / email: [email protected]

In this inspiring episode of The Karuna Life, Gina sits down with Lisa Michelle Umina—award-winning author, publisher, and founder/CEO of Halo Publishing International and the Elite Voices imprint. With 20+ years in the industry and over 3,000 titles launched, Lisa shares why she chose the self-publishing path, the gap she set out to fill, and the core values that guide her team’s partnerships with authors. You’ll learn how to make an indie book stand shoulder-to-shoulder with traditionally published titles, where new authors tend to underestimate the work (no shame—just truth and a good checklist), and what Halo’s process looks like from first inquiry to launch day. Lisa also tells the story of an author who nearly quit—and the pivotal shift that brought the book to its readers. If you feel called to write but overwhelmed, this conversation offers your next right step… and the one sticky note Lisa would leave on every author’s desk.Learn more about Lisa's work with Halo Publishing and Elite Voices: www.halopublishing.com • Instagram @halopublishing | @elite_voicesExplore Gina’s work: www.thekarunalife.com • Instagram @thekarunalife • Reiki Training: www.trimatrihealing.com • Soul Walk book in all formats on Amazon: https://a.co/d/hkdvSq0 email comments or show ideas: [email protected]

Animal communicator Catherine Hinkle joins me on The Karuna Life Podcast to demystify what it means to be a “pet intuitive.” We talk about the first moment it clicked that animals were responding, what a typical reading looks like (and how to prepare), and how messages come through—images, sensations, words—and the validating details that confirm connection. Catherine shares gentle support for fresh grief and families navigating euthanasia decisions—what often eases guilt and second-guessing, what pets most want their people to know after they’ve crossed, the signs and synchronicities to watch for, and simple rituals (including kid-friendly ones) to honor the bond. Listener TakeawaysWhat pets most want you to know after they’ve crossedGentle guidance around euthanasia decisions and releasing guiltSimple rituals + one at-home practice to feel closer to a pet in spiritKid-friendly ways to include children in the grieving processGuest Bio — Catherine HinkleAir Force veteran and OSU-trained Family Nurse Practitioner, Catherine Hinkle blends integrative medicine with intuitive healing. Her personal wellness journey—including a 100-lb transformation—inspires her whole-person approach. She’s a Certified Holistic Wellness Coach/Nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Counselor, Practical Reiki Master/Instructor, and a 200-hour Mindful Resilience Yoga Teacher with the Veterans Yoga Project. You can learn more about her work: Here is the website link: https://infinitesoulflame.com/ Instagram/FB: @infinitesoulflame Find Gina & The Karuna Life®Website: www.TheKarunaLife.comInstagram: @thekarunalifeMentorship & sessions: www.TheKarunaLife.com/mentorshipTrimatri Reiki™: www.trimatrihealing.comBook: Soul Walk: The Unexpected Gifts of Grief and Connection to Those in Spirit — Amazon

In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, Gina Kitzmiller sits down with Jennifer Andrade, Certified Spinal Flow Practitioner, Reiki Master, Sound Healing Therapist and founder of Blue Lotus - A Bridge to Wellness.Jennifer shares how Spinal Flow—a gentle, holistic approach to working with the nervous system—helps release tension patterns that keep us stuck in cycles of stress, pain, or disconnection. Together, we explore:Intuition and the dream worldThe vital role of the nervous system in healingWhat is Spinal Flow and how it can be helpfulThe deep connection between body, mind, and spiritPractical ways to honor your intuition and support your own well-beingThis conversation is an invitation to trust the wisdom within your body and to see healing as a bridge—connecting you back to yourself, your intuition, and the flow of life.Whether you’re curious about Spinal Flow, seeking new ways to regulate stress, or simply wanting to deepen your mind-body connection, Jennifer’s insights will inspire you.💜 Tune in and discover how listening inward can change everything.📌 Connect with UsGina Kitzmiller | The Karuna Life™🌐 thekarunalife.com📧 [email protected] / Social: @TheKarunaLife🌟Reiki Training: www.trimatrihealing.comJennifer Andrade | Blue Lotus - A Bridge to Wellness🌐 bluelotusbridge.com📧 [email protected] / Social: @BlueLotusBridge

💫 Episode Summary:In this Wine Down Wednesday episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, I sit down with the amazing Lori Vynalek—Reiki Master, intuitive, artist, and kindred spirit—for a glass of wine and an open-hearted conversation.We dive into the real magic of Reiki, the unexpected moments of mediumship, and what it’s like to live a life guided by Spirit. It’s unfiltered, soulful, and filled with laughter, stories, and insights that will inspire you to trust your own intuitive path.Whether you’re just beginning your spiritual awakening, curious about energy healing, or looking to deepen your connection with Spirit, this episode will leave you feeling seen and supported.✨ Topics We Explore:The healing power of Reiki and how it transforms livesThe realities (and surprises) of mediumshipMedical Reiki and energetic support during medical careRecognizing signs from Spirit and trusting your giftsWant to Learn Reiki?If you’re feeling called to explore energy healing, I offer Trimatri Reiki™ training and certifications. Visit www.trimatrihealing.com or email me directly at [email protected] to learn more.Explore Gina's Work: For private sessions, life path consultations, retreats, classes and more, visit: 👉 www.thekarunalife.comConnect with Lori Vynalek: 📧 [email protected]🙏 If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving it a 5-star rating, leaving a review, and following The Karuna Life Podcast. Your support helps the show reach more souls who need it.

In this heartfelt episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, Gina sits down with author and community leader Alice Foeller to explore what it truly means to support someone who is grieving. Drawing from her book The Art of Compassion: Supporting Friends Through Dark Times, Alice offers grounded, spirit-led wisdom for showing up in meaningful ways—without fixing, rescuing, or offering clichés.Together, they discuss:Why presence matters more than perfect wordsThe difference between holding space and trying to "make it better"Common mistakes well-meaning supporters make—and how to avoid themHow grief invites us into deeper compassion, connection, and humilityThe sacred art of simply being with someone in their sorrowWhether you’re walking through grief yourself or wondering how to support a loved one, this episode is a gentle guide back to the heart.✨ Connect with Alice FoellerInstagram: @alicefoellerwww.alicefoeller.com / Tedx Talk: https://youtu.be/mZHb8FJ_O2Y?feature=sharedLearn more about The Art of Compassion: Supporting Friends Through Dark Times https://a.co/d/gOXT8jW 📖 Mentioned in this episode:The Art of Compassion by Alice FoellerGrief support tips and stories from real-life experience🕊️ If this episode touched your heart, please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review. It’s a simple way to help others discover these healing conversations—and it truly means the world to us.🎧 Subscribe to The Karuna Life Podcast for more soul-centered episodes on healing, intuition, and spiritual connection.

In this episode of the Karuna Life Podcast, host Gina Kitzmiller opens up about her personal journey of grief following her husband's suicide. Interviewed by friend and colleague Meredith Beardmore, Gina shares the profound impact of this tragic event on her life, her intuition, and her role as a single mother. Gina's memoir, Soul Walk, chronicles her path through the unexpected challenges posed by alcoholism and loss, offering solace and guidance to others navigating similar experiences. The discussion delves into how Gina learned to trust her own intuition and embrace her own truth amidst the tragedy. To learn more about Meredith's work, go to www.mendwithmere.com / socials: @MendwithMere. To learn more about Gina's work or her upcoming memoir, please visit www.thekarunalife.com / socials: @theKarunaLife. Both books will be available this July on Amazon!

In this podcast episode, Gina Kitzmiller interviews Meredith Beardmore, a therapist and author of 'Hey Addiction, thanks for Nothing' and the upcoming memoir, 'The Plan B Chronicles: Divorce, Defiance, Liberation.' Meredith discusses her deeply personal journey of transforming pain into empowerment after her marriage crumbled due to infidelity and addiction. She emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, self-discovery, and setting boundaries. By sharing her story, she aims to provide hope and guidance for women feeling trapped in similar situations, validating their experiences and encouraging them to reclaim their personal power. You can find Meredith's work at www.mendwithmere.com, IG, YouTube, TikTok: @MendwithMere. To learn more about Gina's work and upcoming events, please visit www.thekarunalife.com or follow on Instagram @theKarunaLife. If you liked this episode, please consider leaving 5 stars and following. We'd be grateful.

In this inspiring episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, host Gina Kitzmiller welcomes the extraordinary Deb Schaffer, founder of Enchanted Botanicals. As a spiritual herbalist, energy intuitive, and mentor, Deb is passionate about guiding kindred spirits toward their most magical and fulfilling lives.Deb opens up about her transformative journey—from confronting a life-altering breast cancer diagnosis to discovering the profound healing power of energy work and nature. These pivotal experiences inspired her to create Enchanted Botanicals, a sanctuary for those seeking to live with intention, harness their inner magic, and embrace the everyday wonders of lifeWhether you’re exploring energy healing, enchanted by the magic of nature, or simply love powerful stories of resilience and growth, this episode promises to inspire and uplift.Connect with Deb Schaffer: Website: Enchanted Botanicals / Instagram: @enchantedbotanicals / Facebook: Enchanted Botanicals Use DISCOUNT CODE: GINA to save 20% on Deb’s amazing online store!💌Connect with Gina Kitzmiller: email: [email protected] Learn More: www.theKarunaLife.comReiki Training: www.trimatrihealing.comInstagram: @theKarunaLife⭐ Enjoyed the Episode?If you loved this episode, please leave us a 5-star review and follow the show. Your support means the world to us!

In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, host Gina Kitzmiller dives into the world of shamanism with guest Nora Kaukl, founder of A Circular Journey. Together, they explore the foundational principles of shamanism, discussing the significance of shamanic journeys and the reasons why people are drawn to this ancient practice. Nora shares over a decade of experience as a Shamanic Practitioner and Teacher. She provides insight into the importance of maintaining respect for traditional shamanic roles and how shamanic journeys can be personalized for spiritual growth, self-healing, and problem-solving. The conversation provides listeners with a better understanding of how shamanic practices can be incorporated into everyday life. To learn more about Nora's work - follow her new Instagram account at @circular_journey or email [email protected]. You can find Gina's work and information on Trimatri Reiki™ training at www.theKarunaLife.com or email [email protected]. As always, if you liked this episode please consider leaving 5 stars and following- we'd be grateful!

In this episode of The Karuna Life podcast, host Gina Kitzmiller welcomes Jenny Kellogg, a certified compassionate inquiry practitioner who specializes in The Akashic Records. Together, they explore the concept of the Akashic Records as an energetic database of all soul experiences, transcending the common misperception of records being only related to past lives. They delve into the applications of accessing records for personal growth and projects. Jenny shares her personal journey from yoga to her spiritual awakening through the Akashic Records, offering listeners a glimpse into how opening these records can lead to profound transformation. If you liked this episode, please leave us 5 stars and consider following. To learn more about Gina's work or reiki training, please go to www.thekarunalife.com and follow on Instagram @thekarunalife. Listeners can find more about Jenny's work www.amalthea.guide / training www.akashictraining.com / @amalthea.guide.

In this podcast episode, Gina Kitzmiller interviews Erin Scaia, owner of Living By The Brush. Erin is an Artist, Mindful Art and Meditation Teacher and Intuitive Reader. Erin shares her personal journey of overcoming anxiety through mindfulness, which eventually led her to combine it with art. She explains how mindful art isn't about creating a masterpiece but rather a way to achieve mindfulness and presence by allowing oneself to express freely without judgment. Through teaching mindful art, Erin has witnessed participants have significant emotional breakthroughs, finding insights into their subconscious and realizing how their thoughts create personal roadblocks. This practice emphasizes self-care, emotional health, and intuitive expression for healing. This episode ends with a message from Erin's Spirit Guides about how to approach life. Join us for this inspiring episode! You can find Erin's work at www.livingbythebrush.com and on IG/FB @livingbythebrush. As always, if you liked this episode, please consider leaving us 5 stars and following - we'd be grateful. If you'd like to learn more about Gina's work (such as upcoming reiki classes or to schedule a private session), visit www.thekarunalife.com or follow on IG/FB @TheKarunaLife.

In this episode of The Karuna Life podcast, host Gina Kitzmiller speaks with Kelly Baker, an Akashic Records consultant, Reiki Healer and Medium. They delve into the world of Mediumship, exploring how messages from the spiritual realm are communicated. Kelly explains techniques for setting boundaries with spirits and shares how different mediums receive information uniquely. The conversation also touches on distinguishing personal emotions from those projected by spirits. They discuss the challenges and surprises of becoming a Medium, including managing unexpected spirit visits and delivering accurate messages to loved ones in the physical world. Gina ends with a message from her Spirit Guides. If you have comments or show ideas, please email [email protected]. If you liked the podcast, please consider leaving 5 stars and following. We'd be grateful.Gina's Work: The Karuna Life www.TheKarunaLife.com / IG: @TheKarunaLife / Reiki Training: www.TrimatriHealing.com Kelly's work: Living in Your Success IG: @kelly.livinginyoursucess.

Podcast host Gina Kitzmiller explores the practice of 'Having Coffee with Ghosts,' a ritual she created to deal with her husband's passing. Gina discusses the healing nature of these conversations when processing grief. Additionally, in a lighter anecdote, Gina highlights a moment when she received a sign from her husband during typical day to day life. Gina also explores sensing those in spirit and how to acknowledge a presence without being intrusive or demanding. As the world continues to change, she encourages a new narrative around loss and the world of spirit. If you like this podcast, please follow or leave us a five star review, we'd be grateful. To find out more about Gina's work, check out www.thekarunalife.com or email Gina with comments or show suggestions: [email protected]. Social media: @TheKarunaLife

In this episode, Gina Kitzmiller talks about grief and the holiday season. She shares personal stories about navigating first holidays in grief and parenting children. Learn how to better support those who are grieving and how to honor your own grief experience. At the end of this episode, Gina's Spirit Guides offer a message to the group. You can learn more about Gina at www.thekarunalife.com. Question or comments: email: [email protected] / Find us on Social Media: @thekarunalife. If you like this podcast, please consider leaving a 5 star review or following, we'd be really grateful.

Gina Kitzmiller discusses the nature of psychic predictions and why sometimes psychics or intuitives get it 'wrong.' We'll explore the power of free will and its impact on timelines. Gina will explain what she sees as the web of possibilities and how it shifts and changes over time. She'll give stories of both accurate and inaccurate readings in her personal life and her Spirit Guides give some advice at the end. You can find more about Gina's work at www.TheKarunaLife.com or follow on Instagram @theKarunaLife. You can email [email protected] for questions or comments. If you like this episode, please consider leaving 5 stars and following us.

Happy Halloween! In this episode, Gina Kitzmiller (Reiki Master-Teacher) discusses the darker side of energy. She explains what she calls 'modern day curses' and how they often come about in heated situations like a divorce. She'll also touch on black magic and psychic attack - how they still exist and how it can affect the energy body. As always, she'll offer tips for how to protect yourself and keep your energy body healthy. If you want to learn more about Gina's work or schedule a session, check out www.theKarunaLife.com. If you have questions or comments, you can email [email protected]. And please don't forget to like and follow us - we'd be very grateful!

In this podcast episode of The Karuna Life, Gina Kitzmiller explores the fascinating world of spirit guides. She answers common questions like, 'who are my spirit guides?' and discusses why names can be difficult. Gina also explains various methods of communication with spirit guides, such as meditation and symbolism, and encourages listeners to remain open to intuitive messages. By debunking common misconceptions about intuition, she empowers individuals to embrace their unique spiritual paths and develop meaningful relationships with their spirit guides over time. In the second part of this episode (16:30), Gina will interview a special guest about their unique experience with Spirit Guides. As always, if you like this podcast please consider leaving 5 stars and following - we'd be grateful! You can find out more about Gina's work at www.TheKarunaLife.com / Instagram @theKarunaLife / email: [email protected].

In this episode, Gina will guide you through a short, yet powerful standing cord cutting meditation designed to help release unwanted energetic connections that may be draining you. This meditation is best done in mountain pose, yet choose a posture that feels best for you today. The importance is to find your center in the present moment and be mindful of your breathe. We'll call in your spirit guides and angels to help so no worries, they've got you covered! Reclaim your power and feel rejuvenated through this short meditation. You can find out more about Gina's work and private sessions at www.TheKarunaLife.com or on Instagram @theKarunaLife. Like this meditation? Please consider leaving 5 stars and following.

In this episode of The Karuna Life, Gina Kitzmiller—Professional Intuitive, Reiki Master Teacher, and Founder and Grand Master of Trimatri® Reiki—explores the concept of energy cords: emotional and spiritual ties that connect us to people, events, and situations. Gina explains how cords can impact the energy body and why they may contribute to feeling fatigued, foggy, stuck, or disempowered.You’ll learn practical ways to identify and remove energy cords using intention and visualization, along with tools to protect your field so new cords don’t form as easily. Gina also shares supportive practices such as meditation, crystals, and angelic assistance to help you maintain energetic balance and emotional clarity—especially during stress, conflict, breakups, or big life transitions.Want to go deeper? Explore Gina’s self-paced Udemy course, Intuition Development, for a structured roadmap to strengthen your intuition, work with guidance, and build discernment through grounded practices and intuitive tools. You can also explore private sessions, mentorship, guided meditations, and Trimatri® Reiki training at www.thekarunalife.com.✨If this episode supports you, please follow The Karuna Life Podcast and leave a 5-star rating and review—it helps more people find the show. If you have more questions about energy cords that we didn’t cover, comment or email Gina at [email protected]. Follow along on Instagram/Facebook @TheKarunaLife.

In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, host Gina Kitzmiller explores the world of vision boards and their effectiveness as a manifesting tool. Do Vision Boards work as a manifesting tool? Hear what the Spirit Guides have to say. Gina emphasizes the importance of incorporating 'Heart Songs,' or deep, heartfelt desires, into vision boards to make them more powerful. Gina shares her personal experiences and advice from her spirit guides on creating and maintaining a vision board that truly resonates with one's higher self. She also talks about fear and why that can be a good thing when it comes to vision boards and manifesting. Listeners will gain insights into how to set the right intentions, choose meaningful images, and keep their vision boards energetically activated over time. If you have a topic you'd like to see covered in future episodes, you can email Gina at [email protected] / www.TheKarunaLife.com and don't forget to follow us on Instagram for weekly intuitive messages @theKarunaLife.

Ever wonder if you’ve received a sign from a loved one in spirit?In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, Gina Kitzmiller—Professional Intuitive, Reiki Master Teacher, and Founder and Grand Master of Trimatri® Reiki—explores the different ways our loved ones may communicate with us from beyond. We’ll cover common signs like animal encounters, feathers, meaningful symbols, and dreams, including the key characteristics of a visitation dream and how to tell if you’ve had one.Gina also shares a personal story about receiving a spiritual message and the very human pull to look for outside validation. Along the way, she offers grounded guidance on recognizing and trusting your own experiences, with gentle tips to become more open to receiving signs—through energy, vibration, and gratitude.At the end of the episode, Gina’s Spirit Guides share a message for the group.If this episode supports you, please follow The Karuna Life Podcast and leave a 5-star rating and review—it helps more people find the show. Have a question or a sign story you want to share? Comment or email Gina at [email protected] more: www.thekarunalife.comConnect: Instagram/Facebook @TheKarunaLife | YouTube @TheKarunaLifePodcast

In this episode of The Karuna Life Podcast, host Gina Kitzmiller dives into the mystical (and surprisingly practical) world of oracle cards, also known as divination cards. Gina walks you through how to choose your first deck, set clear intentions, and create a simple ritual for cleansing, bonding with, and caring for your cards—so you feel confident using them as a spiritual tool instead of second-guessing every pull. ✨🃏You’ll learn tips for connecting with Spirit Guides and your Higher Self through oracle cards, along with beginner-friendly spreads you can use for daily guidance, decision-making, and clarity when your mind feels loud. Gina also shares personal experiences, common mistakes to avoid, and why the messages you receive are always meant for your highest good—then closes with a special card pull and message just for you. 🌿🔮Want to go deeper? Explore Gina’s self-paced Udemy course, Intuition Development, for a structured roadmap to strengthen intuition, build discernment, and practice intuitive tools like oracle cards with grounded steps. You can also explore private sessions, mentorship, guided meditations, and Trimatri® Reiki training at www.thekarunalife.com. 💫If this episode supports you, please follow The Karuna Life Podcast and leave a 5-star rating and review—it helps more people find the show. Have a question or want to share what card you pulled while listening? Comment or email Gina at [email protected]. ⭐️💌