What does it take to reinvent yourself when the world, and your identity, shift beneath your feet?

In this week's episode, Aimee sits down with her cousin Jensen Cummings, a fifth-generation chef turned entrepreneur and podcaster, for a raw conversation about his journey from severe depression and burnout to healing through plant medicine and somatic practices.

Jensen shares how he's redefining success, learning to find worth beyond performance, and discovering meaning in "one honest moment" at a time.

They take us through:

- How to navigate major life transitions with adaptability and vision

- How performance-based self-worth leads to burnout and depression

- Why failure can be a powerful teacher (if you let it)

- The role of plant medicine in breakthrough healing experiences

- How to stay grounded when your identity is shifting

- How to tune your nervous system for higher levels of success

- Finding meaning in authentic moments vs. chasing achievements

- Channeling intensity purposefully rather than destructively

And so much more!

Jensen Cummings is a fifth-generation chef turned storyteller, strategist, podcaster, sportscaster, and youth coach.

Jensen brings more than 120 years of restaurant family legacy into his professional journey. He’s hosted 500+ podcast episodes about food, agriculture, sports, sustainability, and more, all with one mission: to amplify the worth and work of those who ‘feed’ their communities.

From dynamic interviews to solo storytelling, he creates content that informs, entertains, and fosters connections. His podcasting expertise spans a range of topics, including restaurants, food, business, sustainability, agriculture, mental health, climate change, sports, and lifestyle, where his versatile voice and sharp interviewing skills shine.

His experience includes high-end kitchens, menu development, craft beer expertise as a Certified Cicerone, and founding innovative concepts like Brewed Food Fermentation and Denver Culinary Events. Beyond the kitchen, he has successfully raised over $5 million in charitable funds through culinary and community initiatives, demonstrating his ability to lead impactful projects that unite people around shared passions.

In addition to his professional achievements, Jensen dedicates time to his local community as a youth sports coach for his children. This role combines his love for sports with his commitment to fostering growth and teamwork in young athletes.

Jensen’s unique combination of skills, from storytelling and voice work to event planning and team building, make him a sought-after leader and collaborator. Whether creating engaging podcast episodes, spearheading community initiatives, or mentoring the next generation of athletes, Jensen is driven by a passion for connecting people and elevating experiences.
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Ever wondered if what feels like a breakdown might actually be a breakthrough in disguise?

In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with David Hulse, a spiritual guide who bridges traditional religious doctrines with contemporary spiritual insights.

They explore how to turn your darkest moments into your greatest awakenings by shifting from "spirit" to "energy" consciousness.

David takes us through:

- The science and spirituality behind frequency and vibration

- Why nervous system disruptions might signal spiritual evolution, not illness

- How 5th-dimensional energy impacts your physical body through the nervous system

- Why your etheric blueprint is the cause, and your body is the effect

- The difference between "I am [label]" and infinite "I am" consciousness

- Practical ways to integrate frequency healing into daily life

And so much more!

David Hulse is a vibrant spiritual guide who bridges traditional doctrines with contemporary spiritual insights. David has decades of experience as a minister, teacher, author, and healer, and has journeyed from a fundamentalist Christian upbringing to an inclusive spiritual vista that champions love over fear.

In his earlier years, David's spiritual awakening was ignited by a profound spiritual encounter that led him to reexamine his inherited beliefs and recognize the divine as truths veiled in parables, not confined to literal interpretations. This "cellular awakening" revealed the potential intelligence in human cells, redefining his perception of divinity and humanity's interconnectedness.

David is the Founder and Spiritual Guide at the Academy for Spiritual Awakening, where his teachings weave together diverse spiritual traditions with modern scientific insights, inspiring individuals to move beyond mere belief in God toward experiencing the divine within themselves.

He integrates wisdom from spiritual avatars across ages, emphasizing the co-creative, transformative power of aligning with divine consciousness through prayer, meditation, and contemplation. Dedicated to challenging conventional religious dogmas, David offers a message of unconditional love, inclusivity, the power of gnosis: direct knowledge from Source.
David’s teachings uniquely "bridge the gap" between a 3D material world and a 5D spiritual awakening, guiding individuals on a transformative journey toward higher consciousness. He calls upon light workers to embrace their roles as co-creators in this shift, helping humanity transcend the limitations of the 3D matrix. David empowers your listeners to embody their true spiritual potential, fostering a global spiritual evolution.

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What if the path to enlightenment isn't about ascending away from your human experience but diving deeper into it?

In this week’s episode, intuitive business mentor & spiritual wellness mentor Lindsay Schroeder joins Aimee to explore the dangerous trap of spiritual bypassing and reveal why your body holds the key to true awakening.

Lindsay shares her expertise, offering a refreshingly grounded approach to consciousness that honors both your spiritual essence and your beautifully human experience.

She takes us through:

- Spiritual bypassing to avoid dealing with uncomfortable emotions and bodily sensations

- How spiritual awakening is deeply intertwined with nervous system work

- The difference between feeling your feelings vs. telling stories

- Practical techniques to complete emotional cycles from root causes rather than quick fixes

- Reframing “negative” emotions rather than trying to bypass them

- Descension as a spiritual practice, going deeper into your human experience

And so much more!

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Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠