EP 5 – Why Psychedelics Can Heal Trauma (If You Do This First)

EP 7 – Near-Death Experience: What a Neurosurgeon Learned About Consciousness

What happens when a neurosurgeon—trained to believe the brain creates consciousness—has a profound near-death experience while in a seven-day coma from severe bacterial meningitis? In this episode of Channeled: Tapping into the Wisdom of Your Soul, Julie Edmonds is joined by Dr. Eben Alexander, neurosurgeon and bestselling author of Proof of Heaven, to explore how his worldview shifted after his coma and why he believes consciousness is not produced by the brain, but filtered through it. Dr. Alexander shares the early moments of his NDE, what he describes as “ultra-real” awareness, the concept of life reviews, and how love, compassion, and our choices may be more deeply woven into reality than we realize. He also breaks down how meditation and binaural beats have become a core part of his daily practice—and shares resources for anyone who wants to explore these ideas more deeply. Dr. Alexander invites listeners to visit his website to access his free 33-day Journey (an email series that introduces key concepts from Living in a Mindful Universe), plus a community of thousands of participants who share reflections and experiences along the way. He also points listeners to Sacred Acoustics (including the Whole Mind Bundle, which he says is available with a free-access option), and Inner Sanctum Center, where he and Karen Newell host consciousness resources, free interviews, and practitioner-focused material. If you’ve ever wondered about near-death experiences, meditation, consciousness beyond the brain, or how science and spirituality might fit together, this conversation will expand your perspective. If this episode resonates, share it with someone who’s been questioning what happens beyond this life. Subscribe for more episodes of Channeled, and let Julie know your biggest takeaway in the comments. Resources mentioned in this episode: •Dr. Eben Alexander’s website + free 33-day Journey: EbenAlexander.com •Meditation audio + Whole Mind Bundle (free-access option available): SacredAcoustics.com •Interviews, community resources + practitioner material: InnerSanctumCenter.com •Books: Proof of Heaven, Map of Heaven, Living in a Mindful Universe 🔗 Connect with Julie Edmonds Website: https://healinglifetherapy.com [https://healinglifetherapy.com/] Instagram: @julieedmonds_ [https://www.instagram.com/julieedmonds_]

EP 6 – Ketamine-Assisted Therapy: How Healing Really Works

In this episode of Channeled: Tapping into the Wisdom of Your Soul, Julie sits down with Dr. Lisa Black, licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Grove Integrative Psychology Institute and Sylvie Integrative Health, to unpack what integrative, whole-person healing really looks like. Together, they explore how ketamine-assisted psychotherapy can support healing for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma, and why ketamine isn’t “magic” on its own — the real transformation happens when insight is paired with the right therapy tools and behavioral change. Dr. Black explains how ketamine can quiet fear-based “survival brain” responses (like an overactive amygdala), boost neuroplasticity, and help clients access new perspectives faster — especially when combined with modalities like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), neurofeedback, and integrative care. You’ll also hear: * Why balance + boredom matter for mental health (and creativity) * How brainwaves connect to regulation, focus, and burnout * Why ketamine can help create new pathways — but your environment and habits determine if they last * What Dr. Black’s approach looks like (including at-home low-dose ketamine paired with therapy) * Why there’s no bypassing healing — and how community changes as you do Find Dr. Lisa Black online: Dr. Lisa Black: https://drlisablack.com Grove Integrative Psychology Institute: https://groveipi.com Sylvie Integrative Health: https://sylvieintegrativehealth.com If you enjoyed this episode, share it, subscribe, and come back for more conversations that bridge science, healing, and the wisdom within you. 🔗 Connect with Julie Edmonds Website: https://healinglifetherapy.com [https://healinglifetherapy.com/] Instagram: @julieedmonds_ [https://www.instagram.com/julieedmonds_]

EP 5 – Why Psychedelics Can Heal Trauma (If You Do This First)

What if the future of mental health isn’t about managing symptoms… but actually healing at the root? In this episode of Channeled: Tapping into the Wisdom of Your Soul, Julie Edmonds sits down with Dr. Ryan Phillips, a naturopathic physician and public health-minded healer whose work bridges integrative mental health, mind-body medicine, and psychedelic-assisted therapy. Dr. Phillips shares his surprising journey—from growing up on a corn farm in rural Indiana to spending over a decade doing public health work in remote Himalayan villages—before returning to the U.S. and stepping into the front lines of today’s mental health crisis. Together, Julie and Dr. Phillips explore: * Why psychedelic-assisted therapy is not “just another medication” * How psilocybin and ketamine may support healing through neuroplasticity + neurogenesis * The real difference between a “good trip” and a therapeutic journey * Why preparation, set/setting, and integration determine outcomes * Microdosing vs macrodosing—and what people commonly get wrong * Why this medicine should be approached with humility, respect, and proper guidance If you’ve ever been curious about psychedelics, healing trauma, or what real transformation can look like—this conversation is a grounded, eye-opening place to start. If this episode resonates, please share it with someone who needs hope right now—and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review. Find Dr. Ryan Phillips * NeuroGrove (Integrative Mental Health Clinic): https://www.neurogrove.com * Transcendent Integrative Health (Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy Center): https://transcendent.health 🔗 Connect with Julie Edmonds Website: https://healinglifetherapy.com [https://healinglifetherapy.com/] Instagram: @julieedmonds_ [https://www.instagram.com/julieedmonds_]

EP 4 – The 3 Thoughts That Can Age Your Brain (and Hurt Your Heart)

What if just three recurring thoughts were silently driving chronic stress, inflammation, anxiety, and even cardiovascular disease? In this powerful episode of Channeled: Tapping Into the Wisdom of Your Soul, Julie Edmonds sits down with Dr. David R. Vago, a leading contemplative neuroscientist and former Harvard-affiliated researcher, to explore how our thoughts shape the brain, body, and long-term health. Drawing from over two decades of research, Dr. Vago explains how beliefs like “life is unfair,” “I’m losing control,” and “I’m not good enough” become wired into the brain through the Default Mode Network, influencing anxiety, depression, identity, and stress-related disease. Together, Julie and Dr. Vago dive into: •How meditation, breathwork, and awareness change brain networks •Why anxiety and depression become part of identity •The neuroscience behind neuroplasticity and mental rewiring •How mindfulness reduces stress, inflammation, and cognitive decline •Why consistency matters more than quick fixes •The role of connection, oxytocin, and community in healing •How meditation may help preserve brain health as we age This conversation bridges modern neuroscience with ancient contemplative wisdom, including insights from Dr. Vago’s work with the Mind & Life Institute and dialogues with His Holiness the Dalai Lama. If you’re curious about how to step out of autopilot, soften anxiety, and create a healthier relationship with your mind, this episode offers both science and hope. Learn more about Dr. David Vago and his work: •https://www.contemplativeneurosciences.com •https://iscrsociety.org If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a review to help this message reach more people. 🔗 Connect with Julie Edmonds Website: https://healinglifetherapy.com [https://healinglifetherapy.com/] Instagram: @julieedmonds_ [https://www.instagram.com/julieedmonds_]

EP 3 – How to Connect With Your Spirit Guides

What if connecting with your spirit guides could be simple, grounded, and actually useful in everyday life? In this Season 2 episode of Channeled: Tapping Into the Wisdom of Your Soul, Julie sits down with Lola Singer — intuitive artist, tarot reader, and creator of Spirit Guide Portraits — to talk about spiritual awakening without the fluff. Lola shares how meditation, breath, and even humming helped shift her nervous system out of fear and imbalance, how light language first opened for her, and why the real spiritual journey isn’t “love and light” all the time — it’s healing, self-awareness, and learning balance. They explore how tarot can be a powerful tool for self-reflection (not fear-based fortune telling), why guides don’t intervene until you ask (the “bouncer and velvet rope” metaphor), and how to build a practical daily practice for receiving support — through intention, trust, repetition, and simple rituals that feel natural to you. Lola also explains how her Spirit Guide Portraits work, why guides show up in styles that match the person they’re supporting, and how you can use a portrait (screensaver, bedside, coffee maker) as a gentle energetic anchor in your day. Connect with Lola + explore her work: Website: www.LolaSinger.com Offerings: Spirit Guide Portraits (online) + Tarot Readings Podcast: Welcome to WooWoo Ville (“the next stop in your spiritual journey”) If this episode resonated, subscribe to Channeled Season 2, share it with a friend on their healing journey, and come back for more. 🔗 Connect with Julie Edmonds Website: https://healinglifetherapy.com [https://healinglifetherapy.com/] Instagram: @julieedmonds_ [https://www.instagram.com/julieedmonds_]