82: Jess Magic: When Heartbreak Becomes Medicine —The Path of Devotion to Love

In this soul-stirring episode of Stay Grounded, Raj welcomes Jess Magic, a "heartist" (heart artist), musical storyteller, and soul-stirring songstress who creates opportunities for people to interact with life from an open heart.Together they explore the sacred medicine of heartbreak and the profound gift of being "broken open" - revealing how our most painful moments can become portals to our deepest authenticity and joy. Through vulnerable stories, poetic wisdom, and shared laughter, Raj and Jess reveal why devotion to love (even when it hurts) might be the most liberating path of all.This conversation isn't just about surviving heartbreak - it's about alchemizing grief into growth, finding diamonds in the ashes of what once was, and honoring every relationship as part of your soul's lineage.🔍 In this episode, you'll learn:What it truly means to be in "devotion to love" (beyond attachment)How heartbreak can be your greatest medicine for evolutionWhy "joy" exists at the bottom of fully-felt griefThe concept of "The Lineage of Lovers" and how it reshapes your relationship with past partnershipsHow to distinguish between discomfort that is love vs. discomfort that is fearWhy your soul might be "cheering you on" during your most painful momentsThe temple metaphor: finding indestructible diamonds amid the burning ruinsHow to track when you're showing up as love (and when you're not)The profound difference between happiness and joyWhether you're navigating a relationship transition, healing from heartbreak, or seeking a deeper understanding of love itself, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on how our most painful moments can become our most powerful teachers.Tools/resources mentioned:Book "Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends on It" by Kamal RavikantConnect with Jess:Instagram: @yesjessmagicWebsite: https://www.jessmagic.com/Connect with Raj:Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Stay Grounded Podcast is your go-to resource for conversations that help you become the most grounded, authentic, and loving version of yourself that you can be. Each week, host Raj Jana -- co-founder of Liber8 -- uses his relentless curiosity to interview a diversity of guests who have mastered different concepts for living a life that’s true to them.With the help of Raj’s deep questions and his ability to distill complex subjects into digestible takeaways, regular listeners discover empowering perspectives around mindset, emotional well-being, and spirituality as well as tools and frameworks for developing the self-awareness needed to show up fully for the people and things that matter most in their lives. Our hope is that your mind can take a rest as your heart tunes into conversations that are designed to help you feel calm, uplifted, and loved. Each episode is designed to help you discover something new in yourself, offering messages that feel as if they were recorded just for you. You’ll feel like a fly on the wall as you witness honest and vulnerable conversations between friends that track the highs and lows experienced when you’re working to embody your true nature and purpose. No matter where you come from or what you’re going through, you’re not alone. This podcast is predicated on the idea that by authentically sharing our stories, we can inspire healing and insight for each other. In the words of the late Ram Dass, “We are all just walking each other home.”Welcome to the Stay Grounded family. For more information, head to www.rajjana.com/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.