In this expansive and heart-centered conversation, I dialogue with Akary Busto: emotional biohacker, HeartMath practitioner, nervous system whisperer, and human design guide, about how we can move from survival to sovereignty. Akary shares her powerful story of growing up between cultures and carrying the weight of her family as a translator, oldest daughter, and bridge between worlds.

We explore what it means to regulate the nervous system, shift outdated survival patterns, and understand our unique energetic blueprint through human design. She walks us through a deeply calming HeartMath coherence practice and shares the science behind why the heart is a more intelligent processor than we ever imagined.

We also talk about parenting, epigenetics, inherited patterns, and how working with children through honoring their design begins with healing and empowering the women who raise them. This episode is full of tender truth, liberating insights, and practical tools to support your nervous system and rewire your life, one breath and one heartbeat at a time.

💚 Topics we cover:

• Akary’s multicultural upbringing and early emotional awakening
• The role of the heart in healing trauma
• Human design as a framework for understanding energy, communication, and parenting
• Why manifesting generators skip steps and how to embrace that
• Epigenetics, inherited trauma, and the power of family constellations in water
• How to expand your window of tolerance and capacity to feel good

✨ Get cozy, breathe deep, and join us in this resonant journey of coming home to yourself.

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Today I’m joined by two adventurous, whip-smart creatives whose friendship and flair for reinvention turned a dusty roadside motel into a pink-hued phenomenon.

April Brown and Sarah Sklash are the co-founders of The June Motel and stars of Netflix’s hit series Motel Makeover. Once a public relations pro and a government operations specialist, they walked away from stable careers in 2016 to chase something wildly different: joy, beauty, and a glass of rosé at check-in.

In this episode, we explore what it takes to follow a vision that hasn’t been done before, the magic of designing spaces that make people feel something, and how business disagreements can become unexpected blessings.

We talk about:
The creative instincts that led them to their first motel purchase
Their vision for what hospitality could feel like
Behind-the-scenes stories from filming Motel Makeover
How their contrasting strengths create harmony in business
The art of soulful entrepreneurship, one pink wall at a time
Whether you’re dreaming of building something of your own or just love a good transformation story, this episode will leave you inspired, delighted, and maybe planning your next girls’ getaway.

📺 Motel Makeover was nominated for three Canadian Screen Awards in 2022, including Best Lifestyle Program or Series.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.thejunemotel.com

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Born in a Sikh yoga ashram in Boston and raised by healers in Vermont, Siri is a breathwork teacher, Reiki Master, and Akashic guide who spent 25 years as a professional actor while also doing her soul work. She lives near Portland, Oregon, with her husband, two boys, and dogs and finds joy in music, nature, and helping others expand their capacity to feel good.

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In this episode of The Authentic Creative, I dialogue with Shannon Kim: founder of Self Love Tea, Intuitive Hypnotherapist, Certified Herbalist, and Energy Guide.

Shannon shares intimately and vulnerably about her journey of self-love, including the deep healing of her relationship with her adopted father. Through subconscious healing, herbal wisdom, and energy work, she supports others in re-patterning their inner world and reconnecting with their truth.

We explore the power of intentional ritual, emotional presence, and the sacred art of tending to oneself. Shannon also speaks to the heart behind Self Love Tea: a tool for reflection, grounding, and everyday ceremony.

This is a tender, grounded conversation for anyone on the path of reclaiming their worth and softening into their own love.

Connect with Shannon:
🌐 selflovebyshannonkim.com
📧 info@shannonkim.com
📸 Instagram: @selflovebyshannonkim

Deepen your journey with Siri:

🌿 Reiki — Learn to channel healing energy or 1:1s
💨 Transformational Breathwork — Regulate, expand, heal 1:1 or groups
🔮 Akashic Records — Learn to read the Records for yourself & others or 1:1s

Upcoming Retreats: Step into soul renewal and sacred connection. Email Siri for details and dates: siri@sageandblushwellness.com

Stay connected: 📲 Instagram: @siribaructhornton
🌎 Website: www.sageandblushwellness.com

Born in a Sikh yoga ashram in Boston and raised by healers in Vermont, Siri is a breathwork teacher, Reiki Master, and Akashic guide who spent 25 years as a professional actor while also doing her soul work. She lives near Portland, Oregon, with her husband, two boys, and dogs and finds joy in music, nature, and helping others expand their capacity to feel good.

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