The Zennurgy Podcast

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Episode 137- The More You Know, The More You Grow Sep 28, 2025

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We live in a 3d world, a world of sights, sounds, tastes, smells and things to touch. So it might be normal to forget that much of what we see, smell, hear, taste and touch came from someone's inner world, their knowledge. It came from their desires, dreams, goals, thoughts and imagination. Building your knowledge is more than just learning facts and trivia. There's more than just mental knowledge. There's emotional, interpersonal and even learning how to hear one's own intuitive voice.

Join us as we explore and discuss different aspects of knowledge such as:

1. Self-Awareness and Acceptance of

personality, beliefs, strengths and weaknesses.

2. Clarity and Control:

Knowledge can lead to a greater sense of clarity and control over your life, as you become more aware of your values, needs, and desires.

3. Wholeness and Balance: alignment, rather than masking parts of yourself.

4. Meaning and Purpose:

By connecting different aspects of your life and experiences, you can create a more meaningful and purposeful existence.

5. Stronger Boundaries: more meaningful relationships and a greater sense of integrity through a knowledge of communication, personality types and other factors

6. Emotional and Mental Well-being:

Learning self care and stress relief techniques

7. Overcoming Limiting Beliefs:

By exploring different aspects of yourself, you can uncover limiting beliefs and work towards personal growth and transformation, and authenticity.

,Join us for this timely discussion full of practical tips.

We'll also delve into David Wolfson's books and journey as a writer.

We have a lot to talk about.

Episode 136- Joy in the Journey Aug 26, 2025

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August is National Wellness Month. So it's a great time to talk about joy. Joy and happiness aren't the same. Joy also isn't the same as toxic positivity. It's made of much sterner stuff. Join as aa we explore how joy ties to resilience, wellness, mindfulness, goal setting, manifestation and motivation.

Here's a little introduction to my guest. Lisa Amowitz is an author of young adult fiction and a cover designer. Her fantasy trilogy, beginning with An Island Strange and Wild (2024), takes inspiration from The Secret Garden and has been praised by readers for its lyrical writing and rich atmosphere. Similar positive feedback greeted the series' prequel novella, A Promise Bright and Fragile (2024), as well as the trilogy’s second book, A Secret Deep and Savage. The third, as yet untitled, book is scheduled for release in late 2025. All books in the Lost Garden series are currently in production as audiobooks, set to release in late summer/early fall 2025. Additionally, this summer Lisa plans to release a book in an entirely new genre—a cozy paranormal mystery entitled A Whiff of Murder.

Lisa’s prior works include Until Beth (2015), Vision (2014), and Breaking Glass (2013)—the last of which she re-released in 2022 with an audiobook following in 2023. She has also contributed to the YA anthology Unbound: Stories of Love, Transformation and Monsters.

Lisa designs covers for her own books as well as select clients. Her dynamic designs aim to capture the essence of each story and draw readers in.

lisaamowitz.com

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.amowitz

IG: @lisa_amowitz.author

TT: @lisa_amowitz.author

Bluesky: @lisaamowitz.bsky.social

Episode 135- KINDNESS as a Key to Wellness Jul 22, 2025

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Kindness plays a crucial role in self-development by fostering positive relationships, boosting self-esteem, and improving overall well-being. It encourages empathy, compassion, and resilience, contributing to a more positive and fulfilling personal journey. Join us as we discuss how this value is still vital in a world that often purports that kindness and empathy are impediments that stop one from getting ahead.

Bio for D. S. McColgan

I grew up in a village not far from the Swiss Alps, surrounded by forest and mountains. After getting my Master's degree in psychology, I worked in a Library in England. I am a devoted wife and mother to a young daughter. We now live in Wales in a house with a big garden.

I write short stories and an ongoing cosy-dark fantasy series with historic fairy tale vibes. My stories are populated by interesting, authentic characters and have a message to share alongside the fantastical elements.

Website: https://www.ataleofbooks.com

Instagram: Instagram: @dsmccolgan (German) and @ataleof_books (English)

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ataleof_books

Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/.../D.-S.../author/B0C4M4CR6K

Episode 134- Chapter 16- POG Jul 14, 2025

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Introducing "Plenty of Guppies and Other Dating Misadventures" by Zen Ase! This is a book that will captivate and entertain readers with its provocative, transparent, and raw storytelling. If you're looking for a refreshingly mature and enlightening narrative about modern dating, relationships, and self-discovery, then this is the book for you.

Zen Ase, a newly divorced 43-year-old Southern woman, embarks on a journey to find "the one" in the modern dating pond. Little did she know that she would encounter exactly 101 men, whom she refers to as guppies. With each encounter, Zen shares her experiences, providing readers with a rare glimpse into the life of an award-winning artist and best-selling author.

Throughout the book, Zen delves into the intricacies of dating psychology, gender roles, and identity outside of societal expectations. She fearlessly explores her own vulnerabilities, sharing her triumphs and missteps along the way. With poetic verses and passionate prose, she weaves together a story that is both touching and hilarious, making you laugh, cry, and ponder on the complexities of love and relationships.

"Plenty of Guppies" is not just another dating memoir. It goes beyond the surface and dives deep into the challenges faced by modern adults who have loved, lost, and found the courage to try again. Zen's uncensored and uncanny storytelling will leave you hooked, turning the pages eagerly to discover what happens next.

Now, the audio for Chapter 16 of "Plenty of Guppies" is available, providing you with an immersive experience as Zen's captivating voice brings her story to life. So, listen, enjoy, and allow yourself to be transported into the enchantingly unorthodox dating world of Zen Ase.

We encourage you to support Zen Ase by listening to the audio, purchasing a copy of "Plenty of Guppies," sharing it with your friends and loved ones, and leaving reviews to help spread the word about this extraordinary book. Zen Ase's writing is a testament to the power of honesty, resilience, and the pursuit of happiness in the face of adversity.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey of love, laughter, and self-discovery. Get ready to be inspired, entertained, and profoundly moved by "Plenty of Guppies and Other Dating Misadventures" by Zen Ase, the best-selling author of "Zennurgize Your Life."

**Being and Expansion- Join our Sister Circle- Episode 133** Jun 15, 2025
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Thanks so much for Crystal Loves Texas having Zennurgy as a guest. Thanks so much for The Wordmatician inviting me.
If you have a yoni, and you're in Houston or surrounding areas, you are cordially invited. tickets at
Https://tr.ee/8S2H3E
Looking forward to seeing you there.
Summer Solstice Sister Circle: Reclaiming Space, Sisterhood, and Solace
(Inspired by the book The Red Tent)
The ancient world was egalitarian and matriarchal for 95% of its existence. Then patriarchy and colonization restructured the world. But what it could not change was the fact that women who lived together synced cycles. And during that week that they bled, they entered "the red tent", a place where they left the world and demands of men outside and fed themselves: mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. They breathed. They rested. They spoke their minds. They did self care, and they supported and encouraged one another. They took up space unapologetically.
If you have a yoni, come to our red tent. (Ages 13 and up).
Join us on the longest day of the year—the Summer Solstice, a sacred moment when
nature celebrates fullness, expansion, and vitality and celebrate taking the space and time you need and you deserve
. Step away from daily demands and into a moment designed for deep feminine renewal. This evening gathering offers the perfect blend of restorative practices and community connection to reset your nervous system and welcome summer with clarity.
𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒:
Catered meal
Drinks
Gentle stretching Brea𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤: Ready to Exhale with The Wordmatician
Motivational and Inspirational messaging
A sister circle (what's said in the circle, stays in the circle)
Wellness tables with materials for purchase, and more
𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠:
- Relief from burnout and overwhelm
- Tools for sustainable self-care
- Deeper mind-body connection
- Community with like-minded women
- A Mental Reset
- A place for those who pour into others to REFILL themselves
- Permission and Space to just BE
As the Earth leans fully into the light, we invite you to lean fully into your own radiance.
Why the Solstice Is Powerful:
It's a time of illumination & transformation
Time to release the old and ignite your inner fire
Align with nature’s rhythms and recognize your own
Expand into your purpose with courage and clarity
Dress code: pajamas to whatever makes you feel like a goddess. Summer colors, especially red/pink, white, gold/yellow, purple and/or green.
There will be tables and chairs, but you can also bring pillows, blankets and mats for the sister circle.
The flowers and decorations in the images shown were from a Mother's Day event that I participated in with one of my collaborators for this event Kynia Luvmyanthill Hill (Holiday Hill Couture Events and Decor)
JUNE 20, 2025 7 PM-10 PM 550 Greens Pkwy Suite 230, Houston, TX. 77067 $25.25

Strong Heritage, Strong Self- Episode 132 Jun 12, 2025

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May is a month full of meaning. May is associated with themes of growth, renewal and new beginnings perfectly tying it to Mental Health Awareness Month and Trauma Awareness Month.

May is also a month of tradition, and celebration tied to Asian American and Pacific Islander Month, Jewish Heritage Month and Haitian Heritage Month.

How can heritage can strengthen identity, promote resilience, wellbeing and greater purpose? How can heritage provide hope? How can the traditions, customs, beliefs, values, and other cultural practices passed down from one generation to the next fuel our self actualization today? Join fellow author and educator Jeremy Goldstein and I as we discuss these topics and his book.

J.S. Gold is a proud son of New Rochelle, New York – go Huguenots! He graduated from SUNY Binghamton with an undergrad degree in Politics, Philosophy and Law, LIU with a Masters in Education, and Gettysburg College with a Masters in American History.

Fantasy has been a constant companion throughout Gold’s life, the cry of a Kamehameha lifting his spirits as much as Gandalf’s wisdom. By day, he teaches history to high schoolers who hopefully remember it. He lives (and jokes, and dances, and sings) with his wife, daughter, son and two cats on Long Island, New York.

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/people/JS-Gold/61567156786557/

Website: jsgoldauthor@gmail.com

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/216847616-the-sanhedrin-chronicles

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jsgoldauthor/

TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@jsgoldauthor

Links To Purchase Book:

- https://www.amazon.com/Sanhedrin-Chronicles-1-J-S-Gold/dp/1961511886

- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-sanhedrin-chronicles-js-gold/1146047774

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-sanhedrin-chronicles-volume-1_js-gold/53531755/?srsltid=AfmBOopHfzLnSERgyrNcP0HJm-nDuxAtYXILVvZpuzaRa2HMvjrQxi1X

INTEGRATE TO ELEVATE- Episode 131 May 11, 2025

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I believe in self development. AND I also believe in reality. Integration. Personal integration means accepting the different parts of ourselves, our flaws and our fabulousness. It means accepting life with its ups and downs. Integration, both of oneself and of different aspects of life, is crucial for self-development as it fosters self-awareness, maturity, emotional regulation and a sense of wholeness, leading to greater clarity, control, and a more meaningful life.

Join us as we explore and discuss different aspects of integration such as:

1. Self-Awareness and Acceptance:

personality, beliefs, strengths and weaknesses.

2. Clarity and Control:

Integration can lead to a greater sense of clarity and control over your life, as you become more aware of your values, needs, and desires.

3. Wholeness and Balance: alignment, rather than masking parts of yourself.

4. Meaning and Purpose:

By connecting different aspects of your life and experiences, you can create a more meaningful and purposeful existence.

5. Stronger Boundaries: more meaningful relationships and a greater sense of integrity.

6. Emotional and Mental Well-being:

Integrating different parts of yourself can lead to a more balanced and integrated mind and body, promoting emotional and mental well-being.

7. Overcoming Limiting Beliefs:

By exploring different aspects of yourself, you can uncover limiting beliefs and work towards personal growth and transformation, and authenticity.

,Join us for this timely discussion full of practical tips.

We'll also delve into this author's books and journey as a writer.

We have a lot to talk about.

Indestructible- Episode 130 Apr 19, 2025

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Modern life can seem tumultuous. Struggles come that could derail us or even make us feel our roots are being pulled up. But there are ways to thrive despite adversity. Join us for this timely discussion full of practical tips.

Let's talk about releasing stress, giving up the pursuit of approval, being more accepting. Let’s flow. Let's breathe. Join me as I invite Tiesha N. Bryant to discuss these important self care principles with me.

1. What do the words self care and mental health mean to us?

2. How have we been able to practice resilience?

3. When did we make it a priority to thrive in spite of adversity? How did we deal with adversity prior to this? How has that changed our lives?

4. Tips, tools, techniques

5. What have these done for us? How have you seen others impacted?

We have a lot to talk about.

Tiesha N. Bryant, "The Parent Healer," is an accomplished author, speaker, and licensed master social worker. As CEO of We Have A Purpose Inc. (WHAP), she leads efforts in providing vital prevention and intervention services to at-risk families. Through Resilient Family Wellness LLC, Bryant offers expert coaching and consulting, specializing in parenting and emotional distress. Her degrees from Florida A&M University and Troy University underscore her dedication to social work. Hailing from Pittsview, Alabama, Bryant balances her roles as a wife and mother with her commitment to community service, empowering families to thrive despite adversity.

Tiesha N. Bryant all social media

www.tieshanbryant.com

tieshanbryant@gmail.com

Episode 129- audio POG Ch. 15 Feb 24, 2025

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Now, the audio for Chapter 15 of "Plenty of Guppies" is available, providing you with an immersive experience as Zen's captivating voice brings her story to life. So, listen, enjoy, and allow yourself to be transported into the enchantingly unorthodox dating world of Zen Ase.

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