Curious Mystics
Welcome to Curious Mystics — a podcast where wonder meets wisdom. Hosted by Aericka Khongdy, APRN, Shamanic Practitioner, Transformation Mentor. I dive into the mysteries of the unseen world, metaphysical practices, and the deeper layers of human experience. I'm not here to claim all the answers — I'm here to stay curious, to learn alongside you, and to celebrate the magic that lives in the questions themselves. Whether you're a seasoned seeker or simply feeling the first pull toward the unknown, Curious Mystics invites you into an authentic, soulful space where exploration is sacred, and discovery is a way of life. Join me as we walk the winding path of the curious mystic — one conversation at a time.
Episodes
What happens when you become conscious inside your dreams?
In this episode, I’m joined by Giorgia Bettili to explore lucid dreaming, dream awareness, consciousness, and the deeper meaning of the dream world. We discuss techniques for lucid dreaming, dream recall, spiritual perspectives on dreams, and how dreamwork can support healing and self-discovery.
Giorgia Bettili information
Website: www.lucidmindhypnotherapy.com
Beltane is one of the most powerful and energizing points on the Wheel of the Year—a fire festival rooted in ancient Celtic tradition that celebrates life, fertility, passion, and creation.
In this episode of Curious Mystics, we explore the deeper spiritual meaning of Beltane, from its origins as a sacred fire festival to its modern-day relevance for those walking a spiritual or shamanic path. This isn’t just about h...
Explore the deeper spiritual meaning of owls and how to connect with owl spirit in a grounded, accessible way.
Owls are often seen as symbols of wisdom and intuition, but they also guide us into the unseen—helping us slow down, pay attention, and trust what we sense.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The spiritual meaning and symbolism of owls
- How owl energy relates to intuition and shadow work
- A simple practice to...
What is Ostara? What does the Spring Equinox mean?
In this episode, we explain the origins of Ostara, the goddess associated with spring, and the meaning of the Spring Equinox. Learn about the balance of day and night, the symbolism of fertility and renewal, and how ancient cultures celebrated the return of light.
This episode breaks down the history, mythology, and spiritual significance of one of the most important ...
What if the world around us isn’t just scenery… but a living system we are in relationship with?
In this episode of Curious Mystics, Aericka explores the concept of animism — the ancient worldview that sees the earth, animals, plants, and natural systems as alive and interconnected.
Rather than something mystical or abstract, animism offers a grounded way of reconnecting with the natural world and remembering our plac...
A new chapter begins. In I Am the Storm, I share how healing and empowerment emerge through connection with Spirit, spirit allies, and nature
Work with Aericka Khongdy : https://www.holistichealingwithaericka.com/
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In times of darkness, exhaustion, and uncertainty, the work is not to burn brighter—but to tend the fire within. The Fire Within: Tending the Inner Flame During Dark Times explores what it means to protect your inner flame when energy is low, hope feels distant, or life asks you to slow down.
This episode reflects on fire as a spiritual symbol of resilience, devotion, and quiet endurance rather than constant action o...
The raven is a keeper of thresholds, moving between light and shadow, life and death, and the seen and unseen. In Raven Medicine: Wisdom, Shadow, and the Threshold Between Worlds, we explore the raven as a sacred messenger, trickster, and guide through transformation.
Drawing from myth, folklore, and shamanic symbolism, this episode examines raven medicine as an invitation into shadow work, liminal spaces, and rebirt...
Imbolc, one of the ancient Celtic fire festivals, marks the sacred midpoint between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. It is a time when the first stirrings of life awaken beneath the frozen earth, when the light begins its steady return, and when the promise of renewal can be felt even in the heart of winter.
In this episode, we explore the spiritual and mythic roots of Imbolc, its connection to the goddess...
The Sacred Cat
Across cultures and across time, cats have been seen as guardians, mystics, and beings who walk effortlessly between worlds. In this episode, we explore the spiritual symbolism of cats—from ancient Egypt to modern energy work—and why these intuitive, independent creatures have long been associated with protection, the unseen realms, and feminine mystery. We’ll talk about why cats are often misunderstoo...
Join Kim and Aericka for a power women's circle that talks about the Magical, Mental and Medical aspects of Menopause
January 18th, 2026 from 6pm to 8pm
At Stella Luna 264 Queen st suite B, Southington CT. Link below
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In this episode of Curious Mystics, we step into the sacred threshold of the Crone Era—the powerful life stage often misunderstood in modern culture but ...
So much of what shapes our choices, habits, and emotions lives beneath the surface.
In this episode, Aericka, Kim and Eric Zajac explore how the subconscious mind holds old stories, learned patterns, and generational imprints — and how those hidden beliefs quietly influence our lives.
We talk about:
✨ why resistance shows up when you try to grow
✨ how limiting beliefs form (and why they’re surprisingly protect...
The Winter Solstice marks the longest night of the year—a sacred pause in the natural cycle where darkness is not something to fear, but something to honor.
In this episode, we reflect on the deeper spiritual meaning of the Winter Solstice: a time of stillness, release, and quiet renewal. As the light begins its slow return, we explore what it means to rest, reflect, and set intentions that feel rooted rather than ru...
Winter Night Sky Magic: Stars, Constellations & Cosmic Wisdom
As winter settles in and the nights grow longer, the night sky becomes a powerful mirror for reflection, stillness, and cosmic connection. In this episode, we explore the winter night sky—its brightest stars, iconic constellations, and the deeper spiritual meanings humanity has drawn from them for thousands of years.
You’ll learn why winter skies appear...
Winter has long been honored as a season of power, death, rebirth, and sacred stillness. In this episode of Curious Mystics, we journey into the ancient mythology of winter deities and spirits from cultures around the world.
We explore Skadi, the Norse goddess of snow, mountains, and fierce independence; The Cailleach, the primordial hag and weather-shaper of Celtic lands who ushers winter across the landscape; Yuki-...
As the veil thins between years, we turn to divination to glimpse what lies ahead.
In this episode, we explore the energetic forecast for 2026, uncovering collective themes, soul lessons, and spiritual undercurrents shaping the year to come. Through intuitive insight, symbolic interpretation, and spiritual reflection, we look at what is dissolving, what is emerging, and how to meet 2026 with clarity and intention.
Thi...
Journey with us into the heart of Australia’s Red Centre as we explore Uluru, one of the most powerful and mysterious energy vortexes on Earth. In this episode, we dive into the ancient Dreamtime stories of the Anangu people, the spiritual guardians of this land, and discover how Uluru is believed to function as a planetary the Earth's solar plexus chakra —a place where cosmic energy, ancestral wisdom, and geol...
Step into the ancient world of India—a civilization woven with mythology, cosmic philosophy, ritual, and profound spiritual science. In this episode, we explore the mystical roots of Vedic culture, the symbolism behind Hindu deities, the origins of yoga and meditation, and the timeless teachings that shaped India’s spiritual worldview.
You’ll learn how ancient Indians understood the cosmos, the subtle body, karma, dh...
In this episode of Curious Mystics, we’re diving into the real meaning of Shadow Work, what it is, how it shows up, and why it’s one of the most transformative tools for both spiritual awakening and mental-emotional healing.
Shadow Work isn’t about making yourself “perfect.” It’s about meeting the parts of yourself you’ve hidden, rejected, or suppressed, the unhealed anger, grief, shame, self-sabotage, and old patter...
Step beyond the pyramids and golden tombs into the living magic of ancient Egypt.
In this immersive episode of Curious Mystics, Aericka and Kimaira explore the deeper spiritual science that pulsed beneath Egyptian temples — where magic (Heka), balance (Ma’at), and cosmic alignment shaped every heartbeat of daily life.
Discover how the Egyptians saw words as spells, truth as vibration, and the soul as multidimens...
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