
Wisdom of The Hive: A Conversation with Michelle Cassandra Johnson
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Johanna Olivas
The Vibrational Shift Podcast is for people who are looking to reconnect with themselves through different energy healing modalities, meditation, sound healing, breathwork, and more!

In this episode, Johanna interviews Michelle Cassandra Johnson about her latest book, 'You Are Protected,' and explores practices for spiritual and nervous system resilience. Listeners will learn actionable ways to stay resourceful and grounded in everyday life. Pre-order a copy of Michelle's You Are Protected, releasing this fall: https://www.michellecjohnson.com/you-are-protected And sign up to Serenity Studio, a space to regulate your nervous system, reconnect with yourself, and experience a vibrational shift: https://luna-serenity.mn.co/landing/

Jill Adams shares the inspiring journey of creating Pink Moon, a unique community space for moms that combines fitness, support, and community building. Discover her insights on navigating business growth, the importance of authentic connections, and the evolving vision behind her space.

What would make you leave behind a comfortable life to start over in a small coastal village halfway around the world? In this episode of The Vibrational Shift, Johanna Olivas sits down with Amalie Ambrosius, Director of the Mizata Foundation, for an inspiring conversation recorded on location at Casona Tunan by Antiresort in Mizata, El Salvador. Amalie shares the unexpected path that led her from Denmark to El Salvador, where she now leads community-driven initiatives focused on education, clean water, sustainability, and long-term impact. Together, they explore what responsible tourism really looks like, why sustainable community development begins with listening, and how meaningful travel can transform both visitors and the communities they encounter. This conversation goes beyond nonprofit work. It's about following your intuition, building trust across cultures, and discovering that purpose often lives on the other side of taking a leap. In this episode, we explore: Why Amalie left Denmark to build a life in El Salvador How the Mizata Foundation is creating sustainable, community-led change What responsible tourism and ethical travel really mean Why relationships matter more than charity Lessons on resilience, trust, and collective healing How one conversation changed the course of Amalie's life Every year, Luna Serenity partners with the Mizata Foundation as part of our El Salvador retreat experience. Together, our retreat participants support community-led projects while building authentic connections with the people who call Mizata home. If you're interested in joining one of our upcoming wellness retreats, visit LunaSerenity.com to learn more and join the waitlist. If you would like to donate to the Luna Serenity GoFundme in support of the Foundation click here. If this episode inspired you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who believes travel can be a force for connection, healing, and positive change.

In this deeply personal episode of The Vibrational Shift, Johanna sits down with Marisela Rosales, a holistic psychotherapist turned somatic coach, to talk about burnout, embodiment, self-doubt, and the process of trusting yourself again after a major life transition. Together, they explore how burnout lives in the body, why mindset work alone is not always enough, and how somatic healing can help us reconnect with clarity, courage, intuition, and inner wisdom. Marisela also shares how her work supports women of color in returning to the wisdom of their bodies, honoring ancestry, and moving through life without self-abandonment. This episode is for anyone feeling stretched thin, uncertain, or disconnected from themselves and ready to remember that their body still knows the way. In this episode: What embodiment really means How burnout shows up in the body Reconnecting with intuition and clarity Reclaiming your voice after self-doubt Honoring ancestry, motherhood, and leadership A simple breath and sound practice for nervous system support Connect with Marisela Website: https://www.mariselarosales.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healingwithmarisela/ Sponsor This episode is sponsored by Root and Ritual, a modern hair studio rooted in intention, presence, and care.

In the season four opener of The Vibrational Shift, Johanna Olivas records from inside the Luna Sound Lounge and shares her own journey of transformation. From leaving a full-time career to trusting her intuition and choosing Luna Serenity, this episode explores motherhood, ritual, community, alignment, and what it means to truly come home to yourself.


In this conversation, Angelee Lopez, founder of Manifest House, shares her journey of healing and transformation, emphasizing the importance of community, self-care, and spiritual practices. She discusses her experiences with life transitions, the tools that have supported her growth, and the role of astrology in self-discovery. The conversation culminates in a guided meditation, inviting listeners to connect with their inner selves and the wisdom of nature.


Power of Sound with Hamilton Garcés — Marine veteran, yoga/breathwork teacher, and sound practitioner. We recorded this conversation almost a year ago—life had other plans—but its resonance hasn’t faded. Together we explore what it means to live from the authentic heart, the healing lineage that informs Hamilton’s work, his service with veterans, and why vibration and breath can shift the nervous system in real time. You’ll hear simple, accessible practices to ground, reset, and remember who you are. Content note: This episode includes discussion of death, dying, and mental health. Please listen with care—pause or skip as needed. (U.S. listeners: dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.) If this lands, share it with a friend and leave a review—it helps the show reach more hearts. Website: https://soundbreathandyoga.com/ Work with Hamilton / Contact: Visit his site for session info, offerings, and booking. Share the love: If Hamilton’s work supported you, send him a note through his contact page and let him know The Vibrational Shift sent you.


Wise Woman Wellness: A Mind-Body Approach to Perimenopause with Dr. Noelia Rodriguez & Johanna Olivas Perimenopause isn’t just a phase—it’s a powerful rite of passage. Yet it often feels confusing and overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. Noelia Rodriguez of Anew Metabolic Wellness and Johanna Olivas of Luna Serenity blend science and sacred practices to reframe perimenopause as a time of transformation. Discover how stress impacts your hormones, explore somatic tools like breathwork and sound healing, and learn practical ways to reconnect with your intuition. This conversation is for women ready to feel wiser, softer, and more supported in their bodies.


In this episode, Join Johanna and Jannelle as they delve into the transformative power of retreats, with a special focus on the upcoming Equinox Empowerment Retreat in Tulum in September 2024. Learn about the significance of the Fall Equinox for spiritual practice and how dedicating time for self-care and renewal can lead to personal growth. Jannelle shares her personal journey of overcoming burnout through retreat experiences, providing practical advice for listeners considering attending a retreat. Learn more about the Tulum retreat here: https://www.lunaserenity.com/equinoxretreat For your special podcast discount email: hello@lunaserenity.com Learn more about Groove Trips here. Connect with Janelle on instagram here.


Join Johanna and Brenda Amaya for an insightful conversation on discovering and nurturing your inner creativity during significant life transitions. In this episode, Brenda delves into her journey of healing through photography amid her separation and divorce, offering an inspiring and heartfelt narrative. Moreover, Brenda introduces her upcoming virtual course on self-portrait embodiment, designed to help you explore and express your true self through visual art. Don't miss this opportunity to learn and grow with us. Stay connected with Brenda on Instagram for more inspiration and updates: @brendaamayallc. For more details about Brenda's course, visit: Self-Portrait Embody Course.


On this episode of the Vibrational Shift, Johanna welcomes on April Curry. At the end of the episode, April shares a guided meditation with Reiki and a collective Akashic reading for you. April helps people activate their intuitive intelligence through Reiki, The Akashic records, Mediumship, and to connect with God/The Universe so they can live an embodied life. To learn more about her offerings, readings and courses please visit: https://stan.store/AkashicApril To learn more about the Luna Serenity x Groove Trips Fall Equinox retreat please visit here:https://www.lunaserenity.com/equinoxretreat or email: hello@lunaserenity.com


Listen as we talk about mind, body and spirit for holistic health. We chat about mindset & movement and how a variety of holistic practices can allow the body to heal and recalibrate. Dante Baker is a passionate, creative, and multi-talented man serving his community through the holistic healing arts. It is Dante's philosophy that people can heal themselves from any physical, mental and emotional ailment with the correct guidance and application of discipline. To learn more about Dante, visit: Website: https://holisticdante.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticdante Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/dante-baker-895231353 And to join Johanna’s 3 day self love challenge click here: https://luna-serenity.mn.co/share/NBOSqWO73SjnCQDr?utm_source=podcast To purchase the Self Love Ebook click here: https://www.lunaserenity.com/product-page/sacred-self-love-ebook


Deanna and Johanna chat about Fertility, Grief, their birthing experiences during the pandemic, motherhood and community. They also explore the role of energy healing in their lives. Deanna provides an energy clearing practice at the end of the episode. About Deanna As a yoga and meditation practitioner for almost 20 years, DeAnna believes in the healing power possible from the ancient practice. Her own journey and challenges has lead her to focus her teachings on fertility, prenatal, postnatal, and pelvic floor yoga, along with energy clearings. DeAnna thoughtfully curates her classes and events to empower practitioners to create confidence and trust during their own journey. Her fun and informative teaching style eases students out of their heads and into their bodies to experience the gift of presence. Learn more: https://www.deannahouston.com https://www.instagram.com/deannahoustonyoga/ https://www.clarksburgyoga.com


Join Johanna as she chats with two retreat guests from the Sacred Self Love Retreat in Tulum Mexico about their experience in the Temazcal. A Temazcal ceremony is a traditional healing and purifying ritual originating from the indigenous populations of Mexico and Central America, particularly the Aztec and Maya civilizations. The ceremony takes place in a Temazcal, a small, dome-shaped structure symbolizing the womb of Mother Earth. Participants enter the heated structure, typically achieved through the use of volcanic stones and steam, with the intent of experiencing a spiritual rebirth. Link to Nathalia Lafourcade’s Song that is discussed at the end of the episode. Link to Espiritu Wellness.


On this week’s episode Johanna welcomes guest Nicolette Guillen. They reminisce on Magical Mujer mornings from the days of Clubhouse, the power of community from across the world and the magic that was created in the spaces that Nico held for her community. They also talk about breaking generational curses, how we are setting the tone for our future generations through self healing, talk therapy and EFT tapping. EFT Tapping is an alternative acupressure therapy used to restore balance to disrupted energy in the body. It’s been authorized as a treatment for anxiety, depression, physical pain and insomnia. It’s a really safe and accessible therapy that can be used by children and adults. For more information and to find a practitioner that you can work with head over to thetappingsolution.com If you are seeking support from a therapist and identify as Latine/o/a/x you can visit https://latinxtherapy.com or other resources like Psychology Today. About Nicolette Nicolette is a podcaster & healer. Nicolette is a Chicana Filipina from Carson, California. She is the host of the Evolve with Nicolette podcast where she shares her self healing journey and has special guests also healing in community. Nicolette also holds workshops on mindfulness & guides EFT tapping sessions. She gives you all the favorite prima vibes with her bad bitch approach to normalizing conversations around mental health & healing for WOC/POC.


Join Johanna and Ariana as they explore the balance of motherhood and how to take care of yourself emotionally and physically. During this episode postpartum anxiety is discussed. If you are currently struggling with Postpartum Mood Disorders know that you are not alone. The Postpartum Support Helpline can be reached at 1-800-944-4773. Postpartum Support Int.: https://www.postpartum.net Get on the Mailing List for Luna Serenity here. Upcoming Free Events Free Yoga Nidra & Soundbath available 8/20 @6pm EST with Manifest House Free Self Love Yoga Nidra & Soundbath Community Circle on 8/27 @6pm EST About Ariana Ariana's (RYT 200) yoga journey began in 2009 when she began practicing vinyasa. She quickly fell in love with the practice. She noticed with a regular yoga practice she not only felt stronger physically, but she became less anxious and felt more content with herself emotionally. Ariana became certified to teach yoga in 2015 after studying vinyasa and hatha yoga. She strives to cultivate an environment that encourages students to access the emotional and mental benefits of a yoga practice as well as the physical with every class she teaches. Along with teaching vinyasa flow, Ariana specializes in yoga for teen girls and prenatal yoga.


Join Johanna of Luna Serenity and Yvonne Hernandez of Decide Balance for a conversation and exploration of listening to your intuition. Yvonne shares about how she had a deep knowing that something in her life needed to change, she accessed her intuition to begin making shifts in her life that led her down an entirely new path. Yvonne Hernández is on a mission to teach meditation to 1 million children. She is also a bilingual mother of 3, wife, Founder of Decide Balance® a bilingual healing space for families & Host of the Decide Balance Podcast a 5 minute bilingual meditation podcast, Reiki Master, Chopra Certified Meditation Teacher and Girl Scout Troop Leader. Find out more at: www.DecideBalance.com https://www.instagram.com/decidebalance/ https://www.facebook.com/DecideBalance/


Warning - topics regarding loss and miscarriage are briefly discussed in this episode. Join Johanna and Bri as they explore the beauty in change. They chat about self discovery, discomfort in growth and healing. They explore different practices that helped Bri move through changes in life and come home to herself. About Bri Alexander Bri’s goal is to help others manage everyday stress. She is a holistic wellness practitioner and coach on a mission to empower the community through energy work, sound, and movement. Bri Alexander Wellness was born out of her journey to wellness, and each modality she offers has contributed to her healing in some capacity. Bri’s practice helps release tension, stress, and anxiety allowing you to relax in your body, and feel more grounded and confident. She enjoys holding space through sound healing, dance healing, and Reiki - with a few other blended modalities. Her approach to wellness is down-to-earth so that an absolute beginner can feel right at home. She currently offers monthly group sound healing sessions and corporate wellness workshops. Bri also takes 1:1 clients for private Sound Healing, Vibrational Therapy, and Reiki treatments in Columbia MD. Booking with Bri - https://brialexanderwellness.as.me/ Discovery call - https://brialexanderwellness.as.me/discoverycall


Listen in as Johanna and Marisela Rosales begin to explore Self Love and Self Connection. She explores topics like sacred space, intention and how to listen to the body and soul. The episode ends with a beautiful body scan guided by Marisela. Marisela Rosales is a Xicana first gen holistic psychotherapist and reiki master located in Los Angeles Ca. Through her work she facilitates healing and (re)connection to the body & soul in women of color. She grounds her work in self-love and self-connection weaving psychology, spirituality, and ancestor wisdom. You can connect with Marisela at https://www.mariselarosales.com, connect with her on Instagram.


Join Johanna and Vanessa for a discussion on leaning into vibrational shifts in our life. Listen in as Vanessa shares her advice on handling shifts with courage and bravery. This episode is not to be missed. At the end Vanessa guides listeners through an invocation of the elements. About Vanessa, The Biz Bruja Vanessa Codorniu, is an Argentine-Peruvian American trailblazer in the spirituality and wellness space, with over 27 years.She is an acclaimed bilingual psychic medium, clinical hypnotist, astrologer, mujer medicina, and soul business mentor. Her Ancestral Healing Hypnosis protocol has supported hundreds in healing and her Nacimos Magicas/Born Magical: Reclaiming Our Ancestral Intuitive Gifts guided thousands globally. She has held healing circles for two decades in NYC and guides retreats in the US and Mexico and Peru. Her online school holds certification programs in intuition, Akashic Records, Usui Reiki and hypnosis. In 2022, Vanessa created the Ancestrally Rooted Business Summit, interviewing 37 Latine and BIPOC entrepreneurs on the impact of their ancestors on their work. She is the founder of The School of the Healing Artes, supporting the next generation of Latinx and BIPOC healers. Vanessa is a monthly advice columnist for HOLA! “Querida Brujita” and bi-monthly astrology writer for BELatina. She has been seen in SHAPE, Telemundo, Univision, iHEART radio, Primer Impacto, LATN, Refinery 29 and HipLatina and many podcasts. She is the first Latina to co-host The Shift Network’s Energy Medicine Summit in 2021 and the Ancestral Healing Summit 2023. Website: https://thebizbruja.com Instagram: @thebizbruja Special Offer for Akashic Records Reading available exclusively to Luna Serenity Email list - get on the list here.