This week on Ritual of Wild, Jenny sits down with Xavier Dagba for a deep and heartfelt conversation about personal growth, spirituality, and the courage it takes to embrace our true selves. Xavier is a shadow integration facilitator, trauma-informed transformation guide and teacher. His work is about self liberation. He finds deep fulfillment in assisting light workers and thought leaders dissolve the hidden forces that keep them from shining bright and unleashing their expression. His work is psycho-spiritual and bridges Jungian psychology, somatic experiencing, spiritual wisdom and transformational coaching.

In this conversation they explore the fears that hold us back—fear of humiliation, alienation, and even our own brightness—and how self-liberation begins when we stop resisting and start listening to what our bodies and emotions are trying to tell us. Xavier shares his own journey of transformation, highlighting the power of conscious living and the importance of facing both our light and our shadows. They discuss how reconnecting with the divine isn’t something that just happens—it requires curiosity, effort, and a willingness to sit with discomfort. Darkness, as Xavier beautifully puts it, is often unactualized wisdom asking for our attention.

They also touch on the role of the nervous system in carrying unprocessed pain, the transformative journey of parenting, and how living unconsciously can lead to emotional bankruptcy. Parenting, in particular, reveals the parts of ourselves we may have repressed, offering an opportunity for deep healing and self-awareness. At its core, this conversation is an invitation to step fully into authenticity—to trust that it’s safe to express every part of who you are and to embrace both the struggle and the beauty of being human.

Episode Resources:

Xavier Dagba: Instagram / Website

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This episode of Ritual of Wild is one for the heart and soul. Jenny's partner Sean is joining her today for a special "date night" episode with the incredible Alison Armstrong—author of The Queen’s Code and a celebrated teacher on human behavior and relationships. Together, they dive into a raw and layered conversation that touches on grief, love, relationships, and the art of being human.

Alison is a sought-after speaker and thought-leader amongst people with the desire to live empowered lives. Her philosophy and approach are referenced and taught by other authors, speakers, business consultants and therapists.Besides fulfilling the need to understand “Why” people behave as they do, Alison offers practical, partnership-based alternatives. Through her seminars, books, online programs and media contributions, she has been giving millions of people access to more fulfilling lives, loving relationships, stronger families and productive organizations.

Alison shares her deeply personal journey through the loss of her beloved husband, Greg, offering a powerful perspective on navigating grief and the mysterious connections that exist beyond the physical world. She reflects on the signs of his enduring presence and how this experience has transformed her spiritually. The conversation also moves into the messy beauty of relationships—how to nurture them through life’s chaos, the importance of mutual respect and communication, and how to stay connected as partners while parenting. Alison’s wisdom shines through as she offers practical advice alongside heartfelt stories, leaving listeners with tools to deepen their own connections and navigate life’s challenges with grace and love.

Whether you're exploring loss, looking to strengthen your relationships, or simply craving a soulful conversation, this episode is packed with inspiration, warmth, and wisdom that will resonate deeply.

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In this deeply reflective episode, Jenny is joined by Kris González to explore the intricate connections between grief, motherhood, and the ancient wisdom of Jing essence in Chinese medicine. Together, they discuss how the winter season invites us to pause, reflect, and process emotions—especially grief.

Kris is a dedicated Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Herbalist, passionate about the Nourishing Life Tradition (養生 yǎng shēng). She founded The Way of Yin, a lifestyle education company focused on bridging the wellness gap in reproductive health through timeless wisdom. Her courses integrate insights from Chinese Medicine Gynecology, Reproductive Medicine, The Five Elements, Herbalism, and Longevity Practices. Kris aims to share the profound wisdom of East Asian Medicine, particularly in the realm of the Womb Continuum. Whether you’re experiencing your first period, optimizing menstrual health and fertility, navigating postpartum, transitioning through perimenopause, or embracing menopause (your Second Spring), The Way of Yin offers guidance to help you journey with more ease and grace, all while embracing nature’s wisdom and helping you connect to your body, cycles, and rhythms.

Kris explains the significance of Jing essence, tying it to ancestral lineage and its vital role in women’s health throughout life stages like menstruation, postpartum, and perimenopause. The conversation highlights how modern approaches often overlook postpartum care and how reconnecting with our cyclical nature can lead to greater balance and well-being. Jenny and Kris also reflect on the emotional shifts of motherhood and how midlife can be a time of self-discovery and magic when self-care becomes a priority. They share wisdom on aligning with nature’s rhythms, honoring both loss and growth, and using ancestral guidance to forge personal paths. This episode is a heartfelt reminder of the beauty in embracing the cycles of life and the power of listening to your body’s wisdom.

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