Dear Empath with Gus Baxter
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsOn Dear Empath, you are taken on a journey in connecting with your inspiration. That divine voice inside of you that guides you to greater and greater action. The topics covered here include anything related to personal growth, spiritual growth, and professional growth. I am your host, Gus Baxter. I am an empath and intuitive advisor. With over 15 years of experience, my go to tool for intuitive work is tarot cards. In my professional practice, I combine tarot reading with life coaching to create an interactive and dynamic transformative experience. You can find more about me at www.AtlasReadings.com, on Instagram @atlasreadings, or on Patreon.com/atlasreadings.
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Making Fitness Personal with Marcus Kain
September 27, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBOn today's episode, I am joined by Marcus Kain, nutrition and strength & conditioning coach. Marcus helps us explore the physical side of wellness. We chat about the current culture, the marketing behind many popular gyms and weight loss systems, the messages we are shown in media and on social media, and how to create a personalized experience for yourself. Thank you to Marcus for joining me today and creating a great episode. You can find Marcus Kain on Instagram: @mkaincoaching You can ...
030: Dear Listener - Politics, Covid, and Vaccines at Your Holiday Table
September 13, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.09 MBOn today's episode, we hear from Katie. Katie asks, "How do you deal with covid deniers/anti-vaxxers in your extended family?" This is not a comfortable conversation to have, but one that is very important. We have already entered the Fall holiday season, and there will be many more events in the near future where you will be face to face with people that don't share your views. So what do you do? How can you uphold your own boundaries? Listen to this week's episode where I share three stori...
029: Dear Listener - Honoring Your Jealousy and Setting Boundaries
September 06, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.84 MBOn today's episode, we hear from Amanda who is experiencing jealousy in her relationship. Envy, or Jealousy, is a tricky emotion. Together, we are going to explore the underlying emotions that are driving this expression and honor what Amanda is feeling, without being swept away with obsessive thoughts. Although we are focusing on relationships, the work with Jealousy can be applied to any kind of relationship - personal, professional, familial, etc. Dear Listener is a special segment wher...
028: Dear Listener - Supporting Your Vision When Changing Careers
August 30, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.76 MBOn today's episode, we are supporting Adam as he explores changing his career. Have you explore changing your career? Or starting a new job? Delving deep into a new hobby? Making a conscious change in your life? Today, we tackle some of the negative talk you can hear from those around you. A review of the internal skills of empathy will give you a strong foundation to stand on with confidence. All of this combines into your shining vision of the future. Hold onto that vision and let it guide...
027: Uncovering Control and Balance - Male Emotional Awareness with Shane Birkel, LMFT
August 23, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBOn today's episode, I am joined my Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Shane Birkel. Shane focuses his private practice on couples and is a certified Relational Life Therapist. On this episode, Shane leads us through an exploration of male emotional expression. Together, we explore this topic through the lens of patriarchy and the way men are raised, family life, and relationships. You can find more from Shane at www.shanebirkel.com, on TikTok and Instagram @Shanebirkel, and you can lis...
026: 5 Keys to Better Listening
August 16, 2021 04:00 - 8 minutes - 5.78 MBOn today’s episode, I want to deepen our skills in listening. Being a better listener is more than just hearing the other person. Truly listening is an act of selflessness, where you put aside your current experiences and thoughts, and devote yourself to the conversation at hand. Working on being a better listener will help you foster more meaningful connections with those around you. Follow me on Instagram @atlasreading. Learn more about coaching and schedule your discovery call at www.atl...
025: Dear Listener - Making a Good First Impression
August 09, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.02 MBOn today's episode, I am kicking off a new segment called Dear Listener. Follow me on Instagram for an opportunity to get some coaching around your experiences. Everything will be general. I want everyone to feel safe and confident sharing their experiences. As empaths, we can use these real-world coaching scenarios to put our skills into practice. I invite everyone to listen and learn from these episodes. There will be parts of everyone's story that you resonate with. You can explore how to...
024: The Beginnings of Atlas Readings, LLC
August 02, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.81 MBWelcome to season 2 of Dear Empath with Gus Baxter! I am so excited that you're joining me this season. In season 1, we discussed a ton of foundational skills. This season, we are putting those skills to the test. Get ready for more expert interviews, real-world applications, coaching opportunities, and more advanced skills to learn. On today's episode, I discuss a story from my past that influenced my choice to become a coach. When I was 22, a fresh-faced college graduate, I had no idea w...
023: Season 1 Roundup
June 14, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.13 MBThank you for an amazing first season of Dear Empath with Gus Baxter. On today's episode, I am wrapping up season 1 and highlighting the most important take-aways from the last 22 episodes. In this first season, I talked about foundational skills to support your empathy. In season 2, I will be moving into more application, advanced skills, and expert interviews. Join me on July 5th, 2021 for the debut of season 2 of Dear Empath with Gus Baxter. Find more about Atlas Readings at www.atlas...
022: Challenging Comparative Thought - Envy
June 07, 2021 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.96 MBOn today's episode, I continue our discussion of comparative thought with Envy. This is a tricky and slippery emotional expression that can become detrimental to us if we are not careful. Envy reflects our relationship to the people around us. The messages we can receive from Envy often revolve around our sense of self and accomplishment. Join me on this episode to unpack this misunderstood emotion and explore how we can work alongside Envy with love and respect. Find more about Atlas Read...
021: Challenging Comparative Thought - Greed
May 31, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.27 MBOn today's episode, I am challenging your ideas around comparative thought. Specifically, I want to talk about the emotional expression of Greed. This emotion gets a very bad rap, but it's one that has played an important role in our survival. When Greed treated with respect and love, it will share some wonderful lessons with us. Join me on this episode to learn more about Greed, how it is vilified, and what information we can learn from Greed. Find more about Atlas Readings at www.atlasre...
020: How to Support Others on Their Healing Journey
May 24, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 6.98 MBOn today's episode, I explore empathic patience and how to support others on their healing journey. I want you to throw away your ideas about patience and what it means to be a "patient person." Empathic patience is an action and it is multifaceted. Join me for this discussion this week on how to use your empathy to support others. Find more about Atlas Readings at www.atlasreadings.com and @atlasreadings on social media.
019: How to Help Others Without Draining Yourself
May 17, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.34 MBOn today's episode, we are taking responsibility for ourselves and how we help others. When we stretch ourselves thin and over-exert our energy, we fail to help anyone. Taking care of yourself is the first step in being able to be present and loving towards others. Join me as I walk you through three boundaries to set up that facilitate your own health and healing first. Find more about Atlas Readings at www.atlasreadings.com and @atlasreadings on social media.
018: Dating for Empaths with Alessandra Conti
May 10, 2021 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBOn this very special episode, I am joined by celebrity matchmaker Alessandra Conti. Together, we dive into the waters of dating for empaths! Alessandra gives us her advice on using our sensitivities and skills as empaths to successfully navigate dating. We cover do's and don't, mindset shifts, what to look out for, and how you can put yourself in the best position fro success. Alessandra Conti is the co-founder of Matchmakers In The City, an old-school, personal Matchmaking firm headquart...
017: Journaling Part 3: Tarot Journaling
May 03, 2021 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.58 MBToday we are combining two of my favorite things: tarot cards and journaling. Together, these tools help you access the voice of your inner self-coach by focusing on what you see. Unlike reading tarot, where you focus on traditional card meaning, when you use tarot for journaling, you focus on the personal significance of the images and symbols in front of you. To help you get started, I have published a FREE 20 page ebook called, "Tarot Journaling: A Beginner's Reference to Guided Journalin...
016: Journaling Part 2: Journaling as Self-Coaching
April 26, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.25 MBLet's dig into self-coaching! This is a mental back-and-forth that you engage in all the time, I promise. On today's episode, I explore using a journal as a direct way to access the voice of your inner self-coach whenever you want. I discuss the benefits of journaling, how writing allows you to access a meditative or daydream-like state, and how all of this combined gives you wonderful access to your self-coach, your inner voice of reason. Download a FREE worksheet on journaling for self-coa...
015: Journaling Part 1: Benefits of Journaling
April 19, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 6.98 MBJournaling is one of the least expensive, most accessible, and personal forms of self-healing. On today's episode, I start this miniseries by discussing the benefits of a general journaling practice. 10-15 minutes of writing, mapping, or sketching can create a cascade of positive benefits. This introduction will help you get started with your own journaling practice and help you throw away any pre-conceived notions about what journaling is. Next week, I will continue this series with part 2:...
014: Unpacking Frustration
April 12, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBFrustration is one of the most common emotional states we experience. "I'm frustrated" is a universally understood experience. But where does frustration come from? On this episode, I look at frustration through the lens of empathy and explore the emotions that drive this state. You will learn about the emotions that drive frustration, the powerful questions to ask these emotions, and how to use this information in your personal growth. More information about Gus Baxter www.atlasreadings.c...
013: Hypnotherapy 101 with Nina Saurer
April 05, 2021 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBI am very excited to introduce Nina Saurer! Nina is a certified clinical and transpersonal hypnotherapist. On this episode, Nina shares her journey in personal growth and self-healing, her discovery of hypnotherapy, and her calling as a professional clinical and transpersonal hypnotherapist. We discuss the flexibility of this modality, the common misconceptions, and the wonderful benefits. You can find Nina at: www.ninasaurer.com and on Instagram @NinaSaurerHypnoCoach More information abo...
012: Crafting as Meditation
March 29, 2021 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.55 MBTime to get CRAFTY! On this episode, I am unpacking all of the amazing benefits of crafting on your mental health. I am a master knitter so I will be using knitting as my example craft throughout this episode. Whether you knit or not, I want you to know that any craft that uses your hands, requires focus and attention to detail, and contains a level of complexity, can be used as a powerful tool to create a more positive mental landscape. More information about Gus Baxter www.atlasreadings....
011: How to Forge Powerful Affirmations with Kindness
March 22, 2021 04:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBLet's talk affirmations! On this episode you will learn what an affirmation is, how they work, and how the science of neuroplasticity supports the practice of affirmations. We will explore the limitations of traditional "I AM" affirmations and I will introduce you to benefits of the modern practice of "MAY I" affirmations. More information about Gus Baxter www.atlasreadings.com Work one-on-one with me: www.patreon.com/atlasreadings
010: Empathic Living - Spiritual Skills
March 15, 2021 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBOn today's episode, we finish our three-part series on living an empathic life. Our focus today is on the spiritual or energetic skills you can cultivate to support your empathy. I will walk you through visualization for grounding, clearing, and protecting, and cord-cutting. These spiritual skills will lead you to a deeper understanding of yourself. Full length MP3 versions of each of these visualizations are available to download at www.patreon.com/atlasreadings FOR FREE. You're journey of ...
009: Empathic Living - Three External Skills
March 08, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBOn today's episode, we continue our three-part series on living an empathic life. Our focus today is on the three external skills of well-supported empathy. You can start developing TODAY. As you practice these external skills, you may find working with a coach or healing practitioner can aid in with extra support and accountability. Next week, we will discuss spiritual skills to add to your toolkit. You have the strength and authority to live life on your terms. This journey starts today!
008: Empathic Living - Three Internal Skills
March 01, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBOn today's episode, we begin our three-part series on living an empathic life. There can be a lot of hurdles to overcome as empaths. Our focus today is on three internal skills that you can start developing TODAY to support yourself and your empathy. In the coming weeks, we will discuss external skills and spiritual skills to add to your toolkit. You have the strength and authority to live life on your terms. This journey starts today!
007: Virtual Coffee Date with Gus Baxter
February 22, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.84 MBOn today’s episode, I want to share more about myself and Atlas Readings. By the end of this episode, I want you to know me better and understand the work and scope of Atlas Readings, LLC. At the end of this episode, I invite you to schedule a discovery session on my website - our own virtual coffee date to talk about you! Go to www.atlasreadings.com and click the link at the top labeled "Schedule a Discovery Session".
006: Exploring the Emotions - Fear
February 14, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBOn this episode of Dear Empath, we conclude our three part series on emotions through the lens of empathy. Today we explore Fear. Learn about the expressions of fear, our misconceptions, and the idea of emotional valence. Emotions are a language and you are continuing your journey in learning that language!
005: Exploring the Emotions - Sadness
February 08, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.5 MBOn this episode of Dear Empath, we continue our three part series on emotions through the lens of empathy. Today we explore Sadness. Learn about the expressions of sadness, our misconceptions and fears around this watery emotion, and the powerful questions to ask of sadness to understand its message. Emotions are a language and you are continuing your journey in learning that language!
004: Exploring the Emotions - Anger
February 01, 2021 05:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBOn this episode of Dear Empath, we start our three part series on emotions through the lens of empathy. Today we are starting with Anger. Learn about the expressions of anger, our misconceptions and fears around this fiery emotion, and the powerful questions to ask of anger to understand its message. Emotions are a language and you are taking your first step in learning that language!
002: Valuing Learning over Checking the Box
January 08, 2021 23:00 - 8 minutes - 5.54 MBOn today’s episode, let’s talk about success and productivity. By the end of this episode, I want to dare you to try shifting away from the old paradigm of checking things off your todo list and instead highlighting what you’ve learned and accomplished as your measures of productivity. You can find more about me and how to work with me at www.atlasreadings.com.
003: Into the Unknown - Exploring Possibilities
January 08, 2021 23:00 - 7 minutes - 5.48 MBLet’s discuss what it means to acknowledge the unknown of each day. By the end of this episode, I want to refresh your perspective on what each day could bring. I want you to start seeing and acknowledging the mystery of each day and untold opportunity that lies there. You can find more about me and how to work with me at www.atlasreadings.com
001: What I learned in 2020
January 08, 2021 23:00 - 9 minutes - 6.49 MB2020 taught me about self-reliance, support, resilience, and independence. I have transformed in the last year. On this episode, I start to processes these lessons. I invite you to listen, think about this past year, and begin your journey of processing and healing. You can find more about me and how to work with me at www.atlasreadings.com.