Welcome back to The Solitary Witch Chronicles — the space where we unearth the sacred, the shadowy, and the deeply real.
In this episode, I (Cassi — yogi, rebel, recovering control freak) offer you a soul-soothing perspective shift: a new mantra for the overthinkers, the freedom-seekers, and the wild hearts who crave presence over pressure.
We’ve all heard YOLO — you only live once — but what if that very idea is making us feel more anxious, more behind, and more disconnected than ever?
Today, we explore an alternative: YODO — You Only Die Once. Instead of chasing a highlight reel life, YODO invites you to slow down, root in, and remember that life isn’t a to-do list. It’s a sacred unfolding.
I share personal stories, spiritual reflections, journal prompts, and one comforting tale from my heritage — a Peruvian story about the Angel of Death who walks just behind your shoulder. If they haven’t whispered yet… it’s not your time. So go live.
✨ You’ll also hear:
- A grounding opening mantra
- Why YOLO fuels burnout and comparison
- What YODO really means — and how it frees you
- Ways I’m choosing presence over perfection in real life
- Journal prompts to drop deeper into your truth
📖 Want to explore the Andean wisdom I reference in this episode? Check out Masters of the Living Energy by Joan Parisi Wilcox — a beautiful introduction to Peruvian cosmology and the sacred forces that shape our lives.
Take a breath. Trust the river. And remember —
you only die once… so let life be sacred.
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