Feeling exhausted no matter how much rest you get? You may be dealing with more than burnout. In this powerful conversation, Kara Laudenslager from @radicallywholekara helps us unpack the difference between burnout and soul-weariness, two experiences that can look similar but require different paths to healing. We discuss how diminished creativity, stagnant energy in our bodies and living spaces, and the demands of daily life can lead to soul-weariness, and how cultivating awe may be the secret sauce for healing and renewal. If you're struggling with overwhelm, compassion fatigue, workplace stress, or a loss of purpose, this episode will help you identify what's really happening and discover a path toward restoration. #BurnoutRecovery #SoulWeariness #EnergyHealing About Kara Laudenslager: Kara offers both in-person and remote Energy Healing Sessions, as well as Space Clearings conducted remotely using photographs of your home or property. She also facilitate Women's Circles that provide connection, support, and personal growth opportunities. Her newest offering is the Empath Energy Reset, a 22-minute guided audio healing meditation designed specifically for empaths. This deeply restorative session helps listeners release emotional heaviness, reconnect with their own energy, and strengthen healthy energetic boundaries, leaving them feeling more grounded, balanced, and renewed. -- Kara's Website: https://www.radicallywhole.com Energy Healing: https://www.radicallywhole.com/energyhealing Space Clearing: https://www.radicallywhole.com/space-clearing Women's Circle: https://www.radicallywhole.com/womens-circle Empath Energy Reset Mediation: https://www.radicallywhole.com/shop/p/empath-energy-reset Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radicallywholekara -- Clarissa Pinkola Estés Quote: “One of the most calming and powerful actions you can do to intervene in a stormy world is to stand up and show your soul. Struggling souls catch light from other souls who are fully lit and willing to show it.” -- The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle Podcast discusses topics that spark curiosity and invites exploration into the world of creativity, fresh perspectives, and new ways of being. Each episode covers diverse topics that encourage listeners to embrace innovative ideas, delve into their creativity, and cultivate a deeper, more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking inspiration for your creative journey or looking to expand your understanding of the world, The Inspired Path offers insights and conversations that challenge the status quo and inspire personal growth. Join us on this exciting journey to uncover new possibilities and live more intentionally. -- Thank you for listening to The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle. Disclaimer: The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The opinions shared by guests are their own. This is a self-funded and self-supporting channel, so if you found value in today’s episode, please take a moment to like, subscribe, and share with someone who might need a little inspiration on their own path. Your support truly helps keep this conversation going. Until next time, stay inspired, stay authentic, and keep walking your inspired path. Follow The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lisaheidle/ https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredpathpodcast/ Learn more about The Inspired Path host Lisa Heidle at www.lisaheidle.com

Michael Peter Soria passed away on March 10th. He joined me earlier this year on @theinspiredpathwithlisaheidle podcast to discuss the publication of his new book "Sensory Smart Classrooms", a valuable resource for teachers and parents of autistic children. I'm so grateful to have had the honor of speaking and learning from Michael. He was a determined, kind, and generous person who leaves behind a wealth of knowledge for educators and parents. Links: Link to Michael's book "Sensory Smart Classrooms": https://sensorysmartclassrooms.com/shop Make a Donation to help support his sons: https://tinyurl.com/muhh75se Link to Michael's Episode: Podcast: https://www.lisaheidle.com/the-inspired-path-with-lisa-heidle/episode/7bf1583e/michael-soria-on-sensory-differences-the-nervous-system-and-lived-wisdom Videocast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KXusXPO9S6U?si=X-sRJY_Ohl3Da2dc Learn more about Michael/Pete: https://sensorysmartclassrooms.com/about

In this episode of @theinspiredpathwithlisaheidle, we’re joined by Michael Peter Soria, educator, curriculum specialist, guest lecturer, and author of "Sensory Smart Classrooms: The Essential Guide to Supporting Students with Sensory Differences." With over 35 years of experience in the educational system and as a father of an autistic child, Michael offers practical ways teachers and parents can create sensory friendly environments for all students.

In this episode of The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle, we’re joined by Michael Soria, educator, curriculum specialist, guest lecturer, and author of "Sensory Smart Classrooms: The Essential Guide to Supporting Students with Sensory Differences." With 36 years experience in the educational field and three published books, Michael brings both professional expertise and deeply personal insight to the conversation. Michael is a father and his lived-experience from raising a son with sensory processing differences has profoundly shaped his approach to his life and work in the educational system. Together, we explore how the nervous system impacts learning and behavior, why many classrooms unintentionally overwhelm sensory-sensitive students, and how educators can create environments that support nervous system regulation without lowering expectations. This episode offers practical strategies, mindset shifts, and compassionate wisdom for building sensory-smart spaces that benefit all learners. Key Topics Discussed: -What sensory differences really are -The role of the nervous system in learning, behavior, and regulation -Why traditional classrooms often overwhelm sensitive students -Practical ways teachers can create sensory-smart learning environments -Shifting from behavior management to nervous-system awareness -How lived experience deepens professional wisdom -Supporting highly sensitive students without lowering expectations -Why sensory awareness benefits all learners and teachers Who This Episode Is For: -Teachers and educators (K–12 and beyond) -School administrators and instructional leaders -Parents and caregivers of sensory-sensitive children -Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) seeking understanding and validation -Anyone interested in trauma-informed, nervous-system-aware education Learn More & Connect with Michael: Buy Books: https://sensorysmartclassrooms.com/shop Website: https://sensorysmartclassrooms.com/ Follow Michael on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensorysmartclassrooms/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-p-soria/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586543251689 Michael and Ginger Photo Credit: Ryan Soria Disclaimer: The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The opinions shared by guests are their own. This is a self-funded and self-supporting channel, so if you found value in today’s episode, please take a moment to like, subscribe, and share with someone who might need a little inspiration on their own path. Your support truly helps keep this conversation going. Until next time, stay inspired, stay authentic, and keep walking your inspired path. Follow The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle on Instagram www.instagram.com/theinspiredpathpodcast Learn more about Lisa Heidle: https://www.lisaheidle.com/

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle, I sit down with Jamie Bullock and Olive Evans @OliveEvansDepth , two inspiring women who are redefining what it means to speak up and support other women through community collectives. We explore how a strong network of women can help unlock our truest voices and create spaces where authenticity thrives. The conversation moves from the realities of raising daughters in today’s world to the importance of all-female environments that nurture confidence and self-expression. The guests share their relationship with anger and how they transformed challenges into opportunities to build what they needed but couldn’t find. Rooted in deep wisdom and lived experience, this episode invites listeners to pause and check in with their bodies, honoring inner signals as a compass for power, clarity, and intention. Tune in for an inspiring, expansive dialogue about community, courage, and the creative force of women supporting women. -- Authors, Books, and Play Mentioned: Bell Hooks: https://bookshop.org/lists/healing-personal-growth A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen: https://bookshop.org/lists/recommended-lisa-heidle I am Jane Goodall by Brad Meltzer (Author) Christopher Eliopoulos (Illustrated by): https://bookshop.org/lists/recommended-lisa-heidle -- About Olive Evans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olive.evans?igsh=bzcxcnY5cGhlZDJt&utm_source=qr Substack: https://substack.com/@oliveevans?r=52i7hc&utm_medium=ios Website: www.oliveevans.com -- About Jamie Bullock Website: https://www.piscesmoonhealing.com/ -- About Me Lisa Heidle is an author, creativity coach, online creator, and digital nomad, passionate about helping others unlock their creative voices and live intentionally. ‪@theinspiredpathwithlisaheidle‬ Website: https://www.lisaheidle.com/ Polyamorous Family Unit: A Novelette https://www.lisaheidle.com/polyamorou... Ennead: https://www.lisaheidle.com/ennead LinkedIn: / lisa-heidle-6a14bb92 Instagram: / lisaheidle Disclaimer: The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The opinions shared by guests are their own. By watching The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle videos and/or listening to the podcast, you agree to abide by the YouTube Terms of Use. -- Thank you for listening to The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle. This is a self-funded and self-supporting channel, so if you found value in today’s episode, please take a moment to like, subscribe, and share with someone who might need a little inspiration on their own path. Your support truly helps keep this conversation going. Until next time, stay inspired, stay authentic, and keep walking your inspired path. Follow The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle on Instagram www.instagram.com/theinspiredpathpodcast Learn more about The Inspired Path host Lisa Heidle at www.lisaheidle.com

Welcome to Part 2 of Unwritten Paths: Gen X Redefining Success on Their Own Terms. In this episode three Gen X creators: Eric Goldstein, David Bey, and host Lisa Heidle dive deeper into how Gen Xers are navigating their paths with courage and clarity, especially in a world that doesn't always see the value in creativity and art. They talk candidly about financial struggles as creatives, the vulnerability that comes when things don’t go as expected, and the constant balancing act of the Gen X hustle. They also touch on the growing need for inspiration and authenticity, not just in the work they do, but in how they show up for themselves and others. You’ll hear from: Eric Goldstein @egd8100 is the Creative Director and owner of EGD Agency, a boutique creative agency based in Atlanta. Eric is also a visual artist, painter, and singer with a deep passion for storytelling through design and sound. Design: https://www.egd.agency/ Art: https://www.ericgoldstein.com/ Music: https://soundcloud.com/eric-goldstein-770548803 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsgoldstein/ David Bey, founder of @flying-sandals , is a strategist, coach, and cultural bridge-builder who brings together wellness, creativity, and design thinking to create truly transformative work. Flying Sandals: https://www.flying-sandals.com/ Creative Writings: https://buymeacoffee.com/davidbey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbey/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flyingsandals007 Design Works: https://www.designismylife.com/ And me, Lisa Heidle. I’m an author, creativity coach, online creator, and digital nomad, passionate about helping others unlock their creative voices and live intentionally. @theinspiredpathwithlisaheidle Website: https://www.lisaheidle.com/ Polyamorous Family Unit: A Novelette https://www.lisaheidle.com/polyamorous-family-unit Ennead: https://www.lisaheidle.com/ennead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-heidle-6a14bb92/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisaheidle/ Creatives mentioned in this episode: Rhys-T Hansen: https://www.rhys.earth/ @rhysearth7983 -- Stay inspired, stay authentic, and keep walking your inspired path. Disclaimer: The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The opinions shared by guests are their own. By watching The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle videos and/or listening to the podcast, you agree to abide by the YouTube Terms of Use. -- Thank you for listening to The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle. This is a self-funded and self-supporting channel, so if you found value in today’s episode, please take a moment to like, subscribe, and share with someone who might need a little inspiration on their own path. Your support truly helps keep this conversation going. Until next time, stay inspired, stay authentic, and keep walking your inspired path. Follow The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle on Instagram www.instagram.com/theinspiredpathpodcast Learn more about The Inspired Path host Lisa Heidle at www.lisaheidle.com

@theinspiredpathwithlisaheidle welcomed Eric Goldstein @egd8100 and fellow creator David Bey from @flying-sandals to discuss being a Gen X creator in the world today. Listen to Part 1: Unwritten Paths: Gen X and Redefining Success with Eric Goldstein and David Bey on the podcast The Inspired Path with Lisa Heidle @theinspiredpathwithlisaheidle

In Part 1 of this special 2-part episode "Unwritten Paths: Gen X and Redefining Success", I’m joined by two fellow Gen X creators, Eric Goldstein and David Bey, for an honest conversation about what it really means to redefine success, the power in saying YES!, and how we've carved out paths that are uniquely our own. Gen X is often labeled the “forgotten generation,” left out of mainstream conversations about culture, leadership, and legacy. But the truth is, we’ve been here all along, quietly shaping, questioning, and creating. We've stepped outside of conventional expectations to build lives rooted in authenticity, purpose, and fulfillment. Today, you’ll hear from: Eric Goldstein, Creative Director and owner of EGD Agency @egd8100 , a boutique creative agency based in Atlanta. Eric is also a visual artist, painter, and singer with a deep passion for storytelling through design and sound. Design: https://www.egd.agency/ Art: https://www.ericgoldstein.com/ Music: https://soundcloud.com/eric-goldstein-770548803 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsgoldstein/ David Bey, founder of Flying Sandals@flying-sandals , is a strategist, coach, and cultural bridge-builder who brings together wellness, creativity, and design thinking to create truly transformative work. Flying Sandals: https://www.flying-sandals.com/ Creative Writings: https://buymeacoffee.com/davidbey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbey/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flyingsandals007 Design Works: https://www.designismylife.com/ And me, Lisa Heidle. I’m a writer, creativity coach, online creator, and digital nomad, passionate about helping others unlock their creative voices and live intentionally. Website: https://www.lisaheidle.com/ Polyamorous Family Unit: A Novelette https://www.lisaheidle.com/polyamorous-family-unit Ennead: https://www.lisaheidle.com/ennead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-heidle-6a14bb92/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisaheidle/ Together, we’re diving into our personal and professional journeys, the pivots, the risks, the values, and how we’re each redefining what success looks like on our terms. #genx #genxlife #creator