A Modern Shaman

This week we talk with author, poet and actor Arielle Estoria who has journeyed, discovered, risked it all, and finally stepped firmly into her authentic self without apology or doubt, all by age 32. Arielle’s story is liberating, but it didn’t come easy to this Oakland-born, eldest daughter of a Baptist minister and self-described recovering people-pleaser. She shares her experiences with us as we talk about her book THE UNFOLDING...

Get ready to kick the victim mentality to the curb and step into your power! On this episode of A Modern Shaman, your hosts Kimberly Harlan and Shaman Isabella will guide you through understanding and identifying victim mentality, and give you tools to rise above it. At times we may get caught up in feeling like the world is against us, but it's time to let go of that mindset and create a life of empowerment. Find power in being yo...

Have you ever been told you were overly sensitive? Do you get overwhelmed easily? Well, you're not alone!  This week Kimberly Harlan and Shaman Isabella discuss changing the narrative when it comes to being highly sensitive. Let's change those negative associations and embrace the fact that sensitivity can be actually a superpower and a strength.

Join us as we reflect on our own experiences with sensitivity and share some key ins...

Get ready for an extra special episode of A Modern Shaman, all about the incredible bond between mother and child! Our hosts Kimberly Harlan and Shaman Isabella invite their lovely daughters, Harper and Victoria, as they reflect on the unique and wonderful relationship they share with their moms. This mother daughter duo goes even further as they deep dive into the meaning of motherhood, what it's like being a mom, and how their mo...

Are you feeling the energy shift happening right now? Well, that might be because it’s Mercury Retrograde! Every three to four months, this notorious phenomenon tends to bring a collective sense of chaos to our lives: technology malfunctions, travel delays, relationship stress and what feels like all around general dysfunction. This week your hosts Kimberly Harlan and Shaman Isabella talk about all things Mercury Retrograde, what i...

Being a mother is one of the toughest jobs we can take on in life. On top of caring for our children, our families, our homes and our jobs, moms also need to take time out for themselves to stay healthy, happy and balanced. But boy does, self-care get pushed back on our priority list as we focus on taking care of others instead —sacrificing our own needs and desires in the process. In this episode, your hosts Kimberly Harlan and Sh...

Are you feeling the need to make a big change in your life but feel held back by forces beyond your control? Have you felt like something is blocking you from achieving true spiritual power and freedom? It may be time for a cord-cutting ritual. In this episode of A Modern Shaman, our hosts Kimberly Harlan and Shaman Isabella explore the topic of cord cutting, and how cord-cutting can liberate us from unhealthy energy ties so that w...

It’s time to shift your sh!t with the no sh!t shaman. Our hosts, Kimberly Harlan and Shaman Isabella, are here to talk about the crazy energy in the world and how it's affecting your vibrational being. Don't worry, they won't just tell you to "raise your vibration" and leave you hanging. They'll be sharing tips on building a foundation of stability, creating your own internal toolbox, and mastering the law of attraction. They're no...

This week’s episode of A Modern Shaman is diving deep into the topic of lies - and trust us, it's not what you think. We often think of a lie as something deliberately false, but there is so much more to what makes a lie a lie. We lie for many reasons - from self-protection or avoiding embarrassment, guilt and shame around past mistakes - and sometimes even in an effort to protect the ones we love. Join our hosts, Kimberly Harlan a...

This week our special guest Angel returns and joins Kimberly Harlan and Shaman Isabella for part 2 of our podcast series “Transgender: Walking Between Two Lives.” This episode continues to shed insight into transgender identities, gender concepts and challenges – dive deeper into understanding the masculine and feminine within us all. Explore how these energies shape our sense of self and make us who we are. Do you ever question yo...

This week A Modern Shaman is springing forward and celebrating the divine power of the Spring Equinox. Embark on an extraordinary adventure with Kimberly Harlan and Shaman Isabella into a realm of boundless possibilities, harmony, and rejuvenation. As we greet the Spring Equinox, it's time to rekindle our eternal bond with our divine essence by taking a soulful plunge into the depths of our inner being to find equilibrium. Feel the...

What does it mean to be a woman? What qualities, values and thoughts define the identity of being a woman? In every society or culture across the world, women have been viewed in many different lights. Some say that being a woman is rooted in the physical attributes of femininity while others base their definition on cultural norms and expectations. Whether you identify your gender as female, transgender, nonbinary or something els...

This week on A Modern Shaman, immerse yourself in the spiritual plane as Kimberly Harlan and Shaman Isabella bring insight, enlightenment, and transformation to the mysteries of the unknown. Unearth the secrets of an unseen reality, full of spirits, ghosts, and past lives waiting to be discovered. Trust your intuition; embrace yourself both physically and energetically, and take steps towards spiritual awareness that’ll offer newfo...

This week on A Modern Shaman, tune in as we get to know our remarkable hosts Shaman Isabella Stoloff and Kimberly Harlan. They share their personal journeys into shamanism, and what it means to them to "Be a shaman in their own lives." Join us as we journey around the world with open minds and warm hearts. Discover how you can unlock your own creativity through trusting yourself more, self exploration and learn about tapping into y...