Embracing Enchantment

Summary

Host Megan Hamilton explores the emotional and spiritual response to current global crises, emphasizing the importance of holding dualities, practicing intentional magic, and fostering resilience through tarot and spiritual practices.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction to Spirituality and Tarot

(04:08) Navigating Grief and Collective Trauma

(10:02) The Power of Intention and Magic

(14:48) Conflict and Communication in Difficult Times

(19:55) Emotional Regulation and Intuition

(24:58) Challenging the Rules of Justice

More About Megan Hamilton and her work:

Megan Hamilton is a speaker, speaking coach, musician and host of the Embracing Enchantment podcast. She's the founder of Impact Witch (ubu skills) and has been the Speaker Advisor at the award-winning TEDxQueensU since 2020. She's toured across North America and enjoys giving talks and leading workshops at festivals, conferences, retreats and events.

At Impact Witch, she works at the intersection of speaking, visibility, shadow work, disruption and magic to alchemize impact.

She's also a professional tarot reader and weaves magic and a variety of practices into her work and everyday life.



Podcast Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.embracingenchantment.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.impactwitch.com/

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Witch Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/impactwitch⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@impactwitch

⁠Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/embracingenchantmentpod⁠⁠⁠


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Pre-order Mundane Magic here: https://mollydonlan.com/mundane-magic

Summary

Host Megan Hamilton welcomes back Molly Donlan, on the eve of her first book, "Mundane Magic: A Lazy Witch's Guide to Hacking Your Daily Practice and Getting Stuff Done," which is set to release on February 17th. The conversation delves into the extensive process of writing and publishing a book, highlighting the various stages from editing to marketing. Molly shares her experiences with the challenges and triumphs she faced during this journey, emphasizing the importance of creativity and novelty in mundane tasks, especially for those with neurodivergent brains.

Molly talks about how incorporating elements of fun and curiosity can help overcome procrastination and enhance productivity. Molly also shares personal anecdotes about her creative pursuits, including her recent obsession with crochet, and how she integrates Reiki into her daily life. The episode concludes with reflections on values, consent in teaching, and the importance of creating a supportive work environment, making it a rich and insightful conversation for listeners interested in magic, creativity, and personal growth.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction and Welcome Back

(01:49) The Book Writing Journey

(09:51) Mundane Magic Explained

(13:20) Celebrating Success and Team Dynamics

(18:25) Exploring Reiki and Personal Growth

(19:35) Creative Uses of Reiki

(24:02) Grounding Techniques and Their Importance

(28:15) Staying True to Your Values

(35:07) The Ripple Effect of Authentic Practice

More about Molly

Molly Donlan is a Reiki Master Teacher, crystal healing expert, yoga teacher and co-host of the Demystify Magic Podcast.

With a background as an advocate for survivors of sexual violence and as a former skeptic of all things woo, Molly brings a unique perspective to this work. She emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed care while teaching through a blend of science and spirituality.

Molly’s approach is lighthearted and grounded in practicality because life is stressful enough and these practices are meant to reduce the stress of life, not add to it!



Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m0dizzl3

Website: https://www.mollydonlan.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/m0dizzl3

More About Megan Hamilton and her work:

Megan Hamilton is a speaker, speaking coach, musician and host of the Embracing Enchantment podcast. She's the founder of Impact Witch and has been the Speaker Advisor at the award-winning TEDxQueensU since 2020. She's toured across North America and enjoys giving talks and leading workshops at festivals, conferences, retreats and events.

At Impact Witch, she works at the intersection of speaking, visibility, shadow work, disruption and magic to alchemize impact.

She's also a professional tarot reader and weaves magic and a variety of practices into her work and everyday life.



Podcast Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.embracingenchantment.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.impactwitch.com/

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Witch Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/impactwitch⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@impactwitch

⁠Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/embracingenchantmentpod⁠⁠⁠

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Host Megan Hamilton welcomes author, poet, and initiated green witch Kate Belew to discuss her newly released book, "Word Witch: How to Call Upon and Cultivate the Creative Magic Within You." The conversation delves into Kate's journey from a young girl dreaming of writing to becoming a published author, emphasizing the importance of honoring one's inner child and the creative spirit. Kate shares her insights on the fluidity of identity in witchcraft, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique paths without the constraints of dogma.

The discussion also explores the role of intentionality in creativity and magic, highlighting how rituals and practices can help individuals connect with their creative selves. Kate emphasizes that everyone is inherently creative, regardless of their background or experiences, and that writing and other forms of expression can serve as powerful tools for self-discovery and connection. The episode concludes with reflections on hope, community, and the magic of existence, leaving listeners inspired to explore their own creative journeys.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction to Kate Belew and Her Journey

(02:57) Honoring the Younger Self

(05:50) The Magic of Tarot and Personal Reflection

(08:56) The Tamed Wild Community and Its Impact

(11:56) Embracing Individuality in Witchcraft

(14:59) Creativity and the Power of Naming

(17:59) Intentionality in Word Witching and Rituals

(23:02) The Power of Intention in Creativity

(25:19) Creating Community Through Collaborative Writing

(29:44) The Journey of Herbalism and Mentorship

(32:22) Connecting with Plants: Language and Communication

(36:34) Finding Hope in Nature and Community

(42:24) Embracing Magic in Everyday Life

More about Kate Belew

Kate Belew is an author, poet, and Witch. Her work exists at the crossroads of creativity and magic. She is dedicated to the spirit of poetry, the sacred wild of the planet, and seeks enchantment in all she does. She is a forever student of the plants and the stars. She has an MFA in Poetry from Sarah Lawrence College and is an initiated Green Witch.



Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/k8belew/

Substack: https://wordwitchcreativemagic.substack.com/

Website: https://katebelew.com/

The Bardo: https://katebelew.com/thebardo

More About Megan Hamilton and her work:

Megan Hamilton is a speaker, speaking coach, musician and host of the Embracing Enchantment podcast. She's the founder of Impact Witch (ubu skills) and has been the Speaker Advisor at the award-winning TEDxQueensU since 2020. She's toured across North America and enjoys giving talks and leading workshops at festivals, conferences, retreats and events.

At Impact Witch, she works at the intersection of speaking, visibility, shadow work, disruption and magic to alchemize impact.

She's also a professional tarot reader and weaves magic and a variety of practices into her work and everyday life.



Podcast Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.embracingenchantment.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.impactwitch.com/

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Witch Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/impactwitch⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@impactwitch

⁠Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/embracingenchantmentpod⁠⁠⁠


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Hi there! My new program for speakers and small business owners, Impact Magic, debuts this Spring. Check it out: https://forms.gle/kxWkGLjkH1hzmg3b7

Summary

Host Megan Hamilton discusses the themes and insights from a tarot reading for each month of 2026. She emphasizes the importance of intuition, making choices aligned with values, and navigating emotions throughout the year. The conversation explores the cyclical nature of life, the power of community, and the potential for personal growth and transformation.

Takeaways

Happy New Year!

We can make anything happen!

Use your intuition!

Protect your heart!

Lean into the magic of being alive!

Feel your feelings!

We are moving towards something better!

We find what we're looking for!

Lean into your values this year!

Here's to building an Enchanted life!

Chapters

(00:00) New Year, New Momentum

(00:48) Tarot for the Year Ahead

(01:36) Universal Themes for 2026

(04:03) January: Choices and Intuition

(05:38) February: Protecting Our Hearts

(07:15) March: Embracing the Magic of Life

(08:28) April: Fresh Energy and Movement

(09:21) May: Leaning into Intuition

(10:57) June: Navigating Conflict and Hurt

(12:36) July: Expanding Our Worldview

(14:01) August: Feeling Our Emotions

(15:37) September: Moving Towards Better

(16:42) October: New Beginnings

(18:41) November: Nurturing Leadership

(20:05) December: Completion and Reflection

More About Megan Hamilton and her work:

Megan Hamilton is a speaker, speaking coach, musician and host of the Embracing Enchantment podcast. She's the founder of Impact Witch (ubu skills) and has been the Speaker Advisor at the award-winning TEDxQueensU since 2020. She's toured across North America and enjoys giving talks and leading workshops at festivals, conferences, retreats and events.

At Impact Witch, she works at the intersection of speaking, visibility, shadow work, disruption and magic to alchemize impact.

She's also a professional tarot reader and weaves magic and a variety of practices into her work and everyday life.



Podcast Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.embracingenchantment.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.impactwitch.com/

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Witch Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/impactwitch⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@impactwitch

⁠Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/embracingenchantmentpod⁠⁠⁠
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Megan's tarot book is OPEN until December 29: https://www.impactwitch.com/tarot-readings/

Trigger Warning: there is very light talk about domestic abuse and childhood trauma followed by a surprising story about a friend being murdered around the 29 minute mark.

Summary

Host Megan Hamilton chats with Magic School creator Amy Pons. They discuss the importance of creating personal peace and safety in daily Amy emphasizes the role of awareness and compassion in navigating the complexities of the world while maintaining one's own sense of okayness.

Takeaways

You can create your own okayness every single day.

Awareness and compassion are essential in daily life.

Personal peace can be cultivated regardless of external circumstances.

It's important to hold onto your own vibration of peace.

Daily practices can help in achieving a sense of safety.

Compassion towards oneself and others enhances personal well-being.

Creating a safe space for yourself is a daily choice.

Navigating the world requires a balance of awareness and peace.

Your personal okayness can influence those around you.

Finding peace is a journey that requires intention.

Chapters

(00:00) From Corporate to Healing: A Journey of Self-Discovery

(00:25) Navigating Emotional Turbulence

More about Amy

A former corporate executive turned transformational coach and healer, founder of Unlock the Magic, and hostess of Women Making Moves, Amy has emerged as a guide for humanity, guiding the way for the new human energy to create the existence we all deserve. Amy’s unique approach blends business credibility with soulful clarity, leaving people shook and transformed. Her message is clear: the new paradigm of humanity is awakening and you don't have to go it alone - but you deserve to understand who's ringing your doorbell and why...as does the world.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlockthemagic_

Instagram for Amy's podcast: https://www.instagram.com/women_making_moves

Website: https://www.unlockthemagic.org

LinkedIn: www.linkednin.com/in/amyponsismagic

More About Megan Hamilton and her work:

Megan Hamilton is a speaker, speaking coach, musician and host of the Embracing Enchantment podcast. She's the founder of Impact Witch (ubu skills) and has been the Speaker Advisor at the award-winning TEDxQueensU since 2020. She's toured across North America and enjoys giving talks and leading workshops at festivals, conferences, retreats and events.

At Impact Witch, she works at the intersection of speaking, visibility, shadow work, disruption and magic to alchemize impact.

She's also a professional tarot reader and weaves magic and a variety of practices into her work and everyday life.

Podcast Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.embracingenchantment.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.impactwitch.com/

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Witch Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/impactwitch⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@impactwitch

⁠Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/embracingenchantmentpod⁠⁠⁠


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