Episode 153. How Your Energy Shapes Your Life and Protecting Your Peace, with Rod Butterss
Ep 153. How Your Energy Shapes Your Life and Protecting Your Peace, with Rod Butterss
Back by popular demand, this father daughter episode brings the conversation close to home, as Ash sits down with her dad, Rod, to explore what it truly means to grow, heal, and live with intention. Together, they reflect on how energy, consciousness, and the way we choose to see the world can shape the course of a life far more than circumstance ever could.
Together, Ash and Rod dive into the practices that have supported their own journeys, including gratitude and meditation, and how these tools have helped them navigate relationships, soften old patterns, and find a deeper sense of peace beneath ambition and material success. They speak honestly about the complexities of family dynamics, the tension between chasing more and being enough, and the ongoing work of aligning how you live with what really matters.
With the holiday season looming, their conversation turns to the emotional weight that Christmas can carry, especially for those in recovery or struggling behind the scenes. They share gentle, practical insights on protecting your energy, setting boundaries, and meeting yourself with compassion during a time that can feel anything but festive. At its heart, this episode is an invitation to slow down, look within, and choose kindness, to yourself and others, as a daily, deliberate practice.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the Holistic Retreat
00:45 Exploring Personal Growth and Energy
03:19 The Power of Ho'oponopono and Forgiveness
06:17 Understanding Consciousness and Energy Frequencies
08:53 Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth
11:39 The Role of Gratitude in Healing
14:29 Reflections on Materialism and Happiness
18:03 Ambition vs. Inner Peace
21:53 The Importance of Self-Awareness
24:45 Christmas and Family Dynamics
27:25 Coping with Holiday Stress and Expectations
30:03 Navigating Sober Holidays
34:06 Finding Peace in Family Gatherings
36:42 The Shift from Materialism to Experiences
39:42 The Importance of Kindness and Connection
42:28 Final Thoughts and Non-Negotiables for Happiness
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