Rising Together Podcast

More Than a Studio: Creating Community Through Intuition, Intention, and Collaboration with Molly K

The conversation covers the journey of Lumi Studio & Shoppe in Mount Prospect, IL, a community space, and the impact of women-led businesses. It also explores the themes of support, collaboration, and creating a sense of belonging. The success of Lumi is attributed to its location and the supportive community it serves. The conversation delves into the curation of the Lumi space, balancing personal time, relearning self-care, embracing imperfection, community and intergenerational learning, anticipating future phases, redefining success, impact and mission, future plans for Lumi, and upcoming events at Lumi. The discussion highlights the challenges and growth of the Lumi space, the importance of self-care, and the evolving definition of success. Takeaways * The importance of creating a community space that goes beyond traditional yoga studios. * The impact of women-led businesses on local communities and the value of collaboration over competition. Balancing personal time is essential for business owners * Community and intergenerational learning are valuable for personal growth and perspective You can visit Lumi Studio & Shoppe at 104 W Northwest Hwy in Mount Prospect, IL 60056 and online at https://lumistudioshoppe.com [https://lumistudioshoppe.com] and on instagram [https://instagram.com/lumistudioshoppe].

Practical Alchemy: Blending IFS Therapy, Astrology, and Reiki for Deep Healing with Elizabeth Scott

On the next episode of Rising Together, I sat down with Elizabeth Scott, LCPC, an IFS therapist, Reiki master, and astrologer who brings a beautifully integrative approach to healing. Elizabeth practices in Maryland and teaches through her offering, Practical Alchemy, where she blends Internal Family Systems therapy with astrology and Reiki. We explore how our birth chart can serve as an externalization of our internal parts, serving as a roadmap that helps us see ourselves with clarity and compassion. This was my favorite part!  Elizabeth also breaks down how the moon sign reveals what makes us feel most safe and nurtured, why oppositions in our chart point to our greatest opportunities for growth, and what it means when our progressed moon shifts into a new sign. We also talk about the difference between burdened and unburdened expressions of planetary archetypes, how Reiki supports nervous system regulation to access more Self-energy, and why the astrology piece depersonalizes our struggles in a way that creates so much relief. Elizabeth shares her own experience of her progressed moon moving into Scorpio and how that intense alchemical energy opened the door for profound IFS work. This conversation is for anyone who wants to integrate the cosmic and the personal, the spiritual and the practical. Elizabeth offers a grounded, compassionate approach to understanding yourself through multiple lenses with the results of clarity, empowerment, and deep self-compassion.  If you've been seeking a framework that honors both your inner world and the larger cycles you're part of, this episode will give you tools, language, and permission to explore both. You can find Elizabeth online at https://heartsighthealing.com [https://heartsighthealing.com] and on social media at @heartsighthealing [https://instagram.com/heartsighthealing]

The Heart Is the Center: Kundalini Yoga, Detox, and Manifesting from Your Soul with Stasha Jankovic

Stasha Jankovic is the founder of a transformative healing space in Elk Grove Village that blends Kundalini Yoga and Regenerative Detox. She beautifully shares her profound perspective on why the heart (not the mind) is the true center of healing, and how we've been conditioned to live from the neck up, disconnected from our souls. Like kindred spirits, we explore the science and spirit behind Kundalini Yoga, including the use of mantras, mudras, and breathwork to quiet the monkey mind and access deep subconscious healing. Stasha breaks down how our bodies are electromagnetic beings, and why feeding ourselves "life" through whole, plant-based foods is essential to vitality and clarity. We covered so much ground and this conversation goes deep into manifestation, childhood wounds, and the courageous work of stripping away layers to return to our truest selves. Stasha reminds us that peace is simple, but it requires consistency, courage, and a willingness to feel. Whether you're curious about Kundalini Yoga, looking to detox your body and mind, or simply seeking a way back to yourself, this episode will give you tools, perspective, and permission to start exactly where you are. You can find Stasha online at http://inspireyogawellness.com [http://inspireyogawellness.com] and on social media at InspireYogaWellness [https://instagram.com/inspireyogawellness]

Curated, Not Staged: How to Design a Home That Actually Feels Like You with Tara Le Veque

In this episode, I sit down with a Tara Le Veque, interior designer and Founder of Adorne Interiors, to explore what it really means to design a space that feels authentic — and why the most beautiful homes aren't the ones that look perfect, but the ones that feel lived in. We talk about  * why mixing old and new pieces gives a space longevity * how to think about cohesion without making every room feel the same * why starting with how you want a room to feel matters more than any trend or color palette.  * We also get into the difference between designing to impress and designing to actually live in — and how to let go of the pressure to make your home look like a showroom. Whether you're mid-renovation, just trying to make a space feel more like you, or simply tired of furniture that falls apart in two years — this one is full of practical insight and a refreshing perspective on what home should really feel like. You can find Tara online at https://adorneinteriors.com [https://adorneinteriors.com/], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/tara.crossleveque], and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/tara_adorne_interior_design/].

From Overwhelmed to Present: How Simple Planning Systems Help Women Reclaim Peace with Ronna Belinky

In this episode, I sit down with workflows and planning expert Ronna Belinky to explore a question that goes deeper than productivity: what if having the right systems in place could actually help you feel calmer, more present, and less mentally overwhelmed? Ronna shares how her background in TV production and the nonprofit world shaped her approach to building simple, personalized planning systems — and how she now helps women and parents cut through the noise to find what actually works for them. We talk about the shame so many people feel around not being organized, why rigid systems often backfire, and what compassionate time management really looks like in practice. We also dig into her workshop, Notebooks with Ronna, designed specifically for parents managing the full weight of household life — and why the goal isn't a perfect system, but one that grows and evolves with you. If you're tired of carrying it all in your head, this episode is your permission slip to simplify. Topics covered: Planning as a path to presence and peace, the mental load of parenthood, compassionate time management, building personalized systems, Notebooks with Ronna workshop, the four tendencies framework (Gretchen Rubin), and letting go of urgency culture. You can find Ronna online at  Website: https://workflowsbyrona.com [https://workflowsbyrona.com]  Socials: https://instagram.com/workflowsbyronna [https://instagram.com/workflowsbyronna]  https://facebook.com/workflowsbyronna [https://facebook.com/workflowsbyronna]