I sat down with best-selling author and host of the Ceremony Circle podcast Alyson Charles to discuss her new book Animal Power, a compendium featuring 100 animals and their unique healing attributes, along with power practices for those looking to deepen their connections with these spirit guides.    Alyson went from being a national champion athlete, top-rated radio host, and national daytime television talk show host to aligning with her calling as a Shaman after a traumatic moment sparked her awakening. Since then, her ability to share ancient sacred wisdom and divine energy ignited a global phenomenon. Her work has been featured in Forbes, O Magazine, Marie Claire, and more.  To pre-order a copy of Animal Power, click here.  If You Enjoy The Thought Room Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts or give us a shoutout on Instagram with your favorite moment from this episode for a chance to be re-shared. Find me on Instagram @hallie_rosebud and @thoughtroompodcast.  If the Thought Room means something to you, I want to know.  Your voice means the world, and YOU matter to me.  Please consider writing me a line or two, or share your excitement by tapping the link below.    ↓Quick link to leave some ♥ LOVE ♥  for The Thought Room: ↓    → https://kite.link/Review ←  As a thank you, download my free gift to you: 5 Minutes to Freedom Meditation  https://www.hallierose.com/meditation This episode is sponsored by:   BetterHelp Online Counseling: Click here → https://betterhelp.com/thoughtroom  Code: THOUGHTROOM for 10% off your first month     Ayahuasca Retreats at Soltara Healing Center:  Click here → http://soltara.co/thoughtroom $200 off Ayahuasca retreats at Soltara Healing Center with code THOUGHTROOM.  3rd Eye Cacao:  Click here —> https://thirdeyecacao.com/thoughtroom Use the coupon code “THOUGHTROOM” for 15% off!   Why cacao? As an excellent alternative to coffee, cacao is rich in theobromine, a native relative to caffeine. Theobromine's heart-opening effects energize the body and elevate the mood.  Third Eye Cacao is organically grown, hand picked and sun-dried. Just boil water— Third Eye Cacao is easy enough for your morning ritual, and pure enough to be used for cacao ceremonies! (Check out Ep. 40 with Third Eye Founder, Neil Ryan Dumra).  Topics Explored:    12:15 - Alyson’s journey in the world of media Social responsibility and working to deliver messages of substance 22:53 - The awakening of Alyson’s spiritual gifts How a traumatic relationship rooted in codependency, addiction, and abuse became one of her greatest karmic teachers How spirit guides helped her unlock her clairaudient gifts and face her greatest fear Why she answered the call to become a shaman 1:04:43 - Do we all have psychic gifts? And how can we tap into them?  Different types of psychic gifts Using our gifts responsibly and in integrity When to seek wisdom outside of ourselves and when to turn inward 1:25:21 - Alyson’s shamanic calling Stepping into our calling even when there is resistance Finding the medicine in challenging situations 1:44:21 - Remaining open to trust and love after betrayal Alyson’s healing experiences with celibacy and peyote How becoming her own sovereign being led Alyson to new love 1:54:22 - Alyson’s new book Animal Power Resources:   Animal Power by Alyson Charles Ceremony Circle podcast Website | alysoncharles.com Alyson on IG| https://www.instagram.com/iamalysoncharles/    Connect with Hallie Rose: Thought Room IG | https://www.instagram.com/thoughtroompodcast/  Hallie Rose IG | https://www.instagram.com/hallie_rosebud/   YouTube |http://bit.ly/ThoughtRoomYouTube  Website | www.thoughtroompodcast.com    HELP SUPPORT THIS SHOW!    → SUBSCRIBE: Apple, Spotify, YouTube     → LEAVE A SHORT APPLE PODCASTS REVIEW: https://kite.link/Review  Would you please consider leaving a typed review on Apple Podcasts? It takes less than 60 seconds and even a line o