Resources for Healing, Intuition & Spiritual Growth
Nourish the Mind, Body, and Soul
Welcome to my curated library of favorite books, healing tools, and supportive resources. These offerings have helped me—and many of my clients—navigate grief, deepen intuitive connection, and walk the soul path with more grace and clarity. Whether you're looking for inspiration, spiritual insight, or practical guidance, I hope you find something here that speaks to your heart.
Metaphyiscal:
- New Moon Astrology: The Secret of Astrological Timing to Make All Your Dreams Come True by Jan Spillar
- Setting Boundaries Will Set You Free: The Ultimate Guide to Telling the Truth, Creating Connection, and Finding Freedom by Nancy Levin
- Your Body Speaks Your Mind by Deb Shapiro
- The Voice of Knowledge: A Practical Guide to Inner Peace by Janet Mills & Don Miguel Ruiz (based on Toltec Wisdom )
- Mudras for Healing and Transformation by Joseph and Lillian Le Page
- Conversations with the Zs : The Energetics of the New Human Soul (book two is my favorite in this series) by Lee Harris
- The Shamans Guide to Power Animals by Lori Morrison (She gives interpretations and messages for animal signs such as 'hawk'- it's an amazing tool and sits on my desk because I refer to it so frequently)
- Walking in Light; The Everyday Empowerment of a Shamanic Life and How to Heal Toxic Thoughts by Sandra Ingerman
- Notes from an Enchanted Garden: Stories and Wisdom from 28 Plant Allies by Debra Wren Schaffer
Grief:
- The Art of Compassion: Supporting Friends Through Dark Times by Alice Foeller (Beautifully written - part memoir / part guide book on how to support others after loss).
- Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief by David Kessler
- Open to Hope, Inspirational Stories of Healing After Loss by Dr. Gloria Horsley & Dr. Heidi Horsley
- You're Not Crazy, You're Grieving and The Wilderness of Suicide Grief: Finding Your Way by Dr. Alan Worfelt (I hope to meet this man someday to hug him- his work in grief is outstanding)
Some of my Favorite People
We all need people to inspire us. And these are a few of the folks that inspire me...
Lee Harris www.leeharrisenergy.com and on YouTube - Lee channels his guides the Z's and offers a free monthly energy update. He also offers live online courses such as Rebirth and Initiation a few times a year. He has a true gift as an Intuitive and his work always resonates with me.
Vaz Sriharan www.vazsriharan.com Vaz is simply next level in terms of his understanding of the spiritual world. He has a wonderful podcast on Spotify called Living in the Mystery and leads The Lighthouse Meditation that I recommend to clients who want to call in their soul tribe and support for their work. You can find it here: https://youtu.be/X6HpZRKkhkQ?feature=shared
Sandra Ingerman www.sandraingerman.com is one of the top shamanic teachers. If you are interested in learning more about shamanic journey or shamanic practices - she has courses on Sounds True and The Shift Network. Her work and classes have deeply influenced my life.
Pam Gregory Astrologer - one of the best astrologers out there. You can find free videos on YouTube. She talks about the Summer months of 2025 as a "rehearsal" for what's to come. You can find it here: https://youtu.be/KQfN5IBLb3M?feature=shared
Divination Cards
Confession: I have an embarrassing amount of divination cards... yet these are the ones I use most frequently.
Divination Cards most often used in sessions...
- The Sacred Forest Oracle by Denise Linn
- Angels and Ancestors by Kyle Gray
- Akashic Illumination Deck by Rev Sandra Gelinas
- Wind Walker's Wisdom Oracle Deck by Renee Baribeau
Resources for Healing After Loss
Grief Support & Peer Connections
Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to walk through it alone. Alongside my own offerings here at The Karuna Life, these trusted resources provide community, understanding, and hope for those navigating loss:
- David Kessler’s Grief Support & Compassionate Friends – A leading voice in grief education, David Kessler provides community programs and resources that bring together those navigating loss. His Compassionate Friends initiative offers support groups and guidance for families after the loss of a child, sibling, or loved one. www.grief.com
- Open to Hope – A global community where people can share stories of loss and healing. With articles, podcasts, and personal accounts, Open to Hope provides encouragement and reminds us we’re not alone on the path of grief.
- What’s Your Grief – Created by mental health professionals who have experienced personal loss, this site offers practical tools, articles, courses, and creative outlets for navigating grief. Their approach blends education with compassionate community support, making it a valuable resource for both individuals and families. www.whatsyourgrief.com
- LOSS Community Services – Columbus, OH – A peer-led support network for those bereaved by suicide, offering support groups, companion programs, and community resources to help navigate loss. www.losscs.org
No matter where you are on your journey, may you find comfort, connection, and the reminder that you are not alone.