In this deeply expansive episode of Sister Sessions, we sit down with Cynthia Abulafia to explore the intersection of spirituality, embodiment, and the divine feminine. Together, we unpack what it really means to live a spiritual life that isn’t separate from the everyday—but woven into it.

Cynthia shares powerful insights on the heart as the central instrument of intuition, guiding us back to a more embodied and authentic way of being. We dive into the reality of kundalini awakening—its beauty, its intensity, and the long arc of integration that follows.

This conversation challenges the idea that transcendence alone is the goal. Instead, we explore how true growth comes from balancing transcendence with embodiment—bringing spiritual awareness into our daily lives, relationships, and experiences.

We also open the door to the divine feminine—not as something distant or abstract, but as something deeply accessible through love, presence, and the ordinary moments of life.

If you’ve ever felt the pull between the mystical and the real world, this episode offers grounding, wisdom, and practical tools to help you integrate it all—without the “transcendence hangover.”

Show Notes:

If you’d like to go deeper into Cynthia’s work, her book Embodying the Goddess is available on Bookshop.org and Amazon. You can also follow her on Instagram at @cynthiaabulafiayoga for more teachings and insights.

Interested in your own guided experience? You can book a session with co-host Jenny Fairbank at jennyfairbank.com or wisdompathways.life.

And if you’d like to recommend a future guest for Sister Sessions, we’d love to hear from you—email Susie at redcitylive@gmail.com.

Monica Paredes is a seasoned expert whose journey from florist to herbalist embodies a lifelong dedication to understanding the relationship between plants and humanity. As a manifesting generator in human design, she leverages her diverse experiences to foster connections between people and the earth. With a mission to inspire creativity through nature, Monica is also the founder of Soil to Soul Commons, a community space that emphasizes the importance of nurturing our roots. Also, in this episode Monica does a tarot reading with both co-hosts Jenny & Susie. You won't want to miss this...it get's personal.

Show Notes:

To connect with Monica Paredes, please visit www.ritualresonance.com or follow her on Instagram @ritualresonance. You can also follow her upcoming farm and community space in Central Texas, Soil to Soul Commons, on Instagram @soiltosoulcommons

The book mentioned in this episode is Hades: Myth, Magic and Modern Devotion by Jamie Waggoner.

To connect with or book a session with co-host Jenny Fairbank, please visit www.wisompathways or www.jennyfairbank.com

If you have questions about Sister Sessions or would like to suggest a future guest, please reach out to co-host Susie Gustin at redcitylive@gmail.com.

This episode of Sister Sessions unfolded in a way that felt truly aligned with the message itself. Our special guest, Lauren Armistead, was scheduled to join us, and when unexpected connection issues arose, we thought the conversation might have to happen another time. But in what can only be described as perfect divine timing, Lauren joined us after all — and the conversation was exactly what it was meant to be.
In this episode, we explore the transformative ideas of the new earth, human evolution, and personal sovereignty with Lauren Armistead, a former Homeland Security leader turned empowerment coach. Together, we discuss how mindset, self-trust, and understanding your personal blueprint can help you live a more intentional, grounded, and peaceful life during times of global and personal change.

If you would like to connect with Lauren Armistead, please visit her website at laurenarmistead.com. You can also follow Lauren on Instagram at @withlaurenarmistead, where you can book an exploratory call to learn more about her work and her SOVRYN Method which she discussed during the episode.
Lauren also mentioned Enneagram coach Sarah Duffy. If you are interested in learning more about Enneagram work, you can visit saraheduffy.com for more information.
If you would like to work with co-host Jenny Fairbank, please visit jennyfairbank.com or wisdompathways.life, where you can learn more about her work and book a session.
If you have any questions about the podcast or would like to recommend a future guest, please reach out to co-host Susie Gustin at redcitylive@gmail.com.
Books mentioned in this episode:
- The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer
- The Seat of the Soul by Gary Zukav
- Angelic Attendants: What Really Happens as We Transition from This Life into the Next by Julie Ryan