In this episode #127 - of the Awakened Heart Podcast, Phyllis Okun shares her extraordinary journey of reinvention, resilience, and spiritual awakening. From her beginnings as a teacher to co-founding BLS Limo with her late husband and growing it into an international business, Phyllis has continually embraced new chapters of life.
Following the profound loss of her husband, she discovered her natural gifts as a medium-work that has been endorsed by Thomas John, the “Seatbelt Psychic.”
Beyond her spiritual work, Phyllis is also an award-winning, bestselling author with over 83 books published under the names Carole P. Roman and Brit Lunden, including The Big Book of Silly Jokes for Kids and the young adult novel Grady Whill and the Templeton Codex, which has been optioned for a screenplay.
Known today as Lady Phyllis, she works as a professional medium with a steady clientele and has created courses to demystify mediumship for new generations.
Together we explore her path of transformation, the role of intuition and family in her journey, the misconceptions around mediumship, and the beauty of embracing reinvention at any age with an awakened heart.
Takeaways
- Phyllis transitioned from teaching to entrepreneurship while maintaining her passion for writing.
- Her family's involvement in mediumship showcases a unique dynamic of shared spiritual abilities.
- Mediumship is not a gift but an ability that anyone can develop with practice.
- Evidential mediumship focuses on providing specific information that validates connections with the deceased.
- Misconceptions about mediumship often stem from a lack of understanding of its true nature.
- Reinvention is a vital part of life, and change should be embraced as an opportunity for growth.
- Phyllis's journey into mediumship began after personal loss, leading her to explore her abilities.
- Trusting one's intuition and spirit guides is essential in the practice of mediumship.
- Life is a smorgasbord of experiences, and trying new things can lead to unexpected joys.
- Living with an awakened heart means being of service to others and finding fulfillment in one's journey.
Sound Bites
"It's not a gift, it's an ability."
"Life's a smorgasbord."
"I feel privileged to be of service."
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Keywords
mediumship, entrepreneurship, personal growth, family dynamics, teaching, spirituality, reinvention, evidential mediumship, Phyllis Okon, Awaken Heart Podcast
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