Author: akashah

17. Daring Wild Woman Wears Elephant Mask

What is it like to face your own mortality? While I imagine it is different for everyone, this is my story. Hear about a time when I experienced an attitude adjustment of the highest order. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous […]

16. Knowing Where I Am

Here are a few truths I’d like to share with you, my listeners: I am not afraid to be a little woo woo. I always appreciate my meditation practice. It’s always interesting what or who shows up when I enter a state of meditation. Listen to this week’s episode to hear about how I connect […]

15. Don’t Call Me Tacky

Sometimes life throws us a curveball and sometimes we do it to ourselves. This week’s piece is about the latter. You’ll want to buckle in because it is definitely a wild ride. And not to spoil it for you, but everything turns out okay in the end. Now That You Ask is a podcast that […]

14. Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder

Is art the antidote to heavy feelings? When I am feeling anxious or off balance physically, mentally or spiritually, the first thing I think about to help me is art. Listen as I share some of my favorite pieces and artists and how they both help me and enrich my life. Now That You Ask […]

12. Betting on Yourself

We don’t always react to life the way we expect. Maybe you have felt it, too – that sinking feeling when you find out you have won something like an award or even a cash prize? Then follows the question, “Why me?” What is it that sometimes makes me feel like I dont deserve to […]

11. Into the Dark

It’s incredible what you can experience when you simply pay attention. Recently in my meditation and writing class, I felt I needed to do more than just close my eyes. I sought more than my usual journey into the dark. I was pleasantly surprised when I found a sweet sanctuary in this new level of […]

10. Two Pieces

Today’s episode includes two pieces. The first one, titled Assimilation, is about how to have a lovely start to your day. In the second piece, Buzzed, I share what happens when you let yourself go in the wrong direction. I hope you enjoy both stories. I sure had fun writing them! Now That You Ask […]

9. In the School of Life I Failed Conformity

I am not fundamentally opposed to rules. I think they are generally beneficial. Sometimes I just have to push the envelope, you know? And then sometimes it is as if my rules don’t fit everybody else’s. In this episode I share how I have come to love and appreciate this rebellious part of me. Now […]

8. Loving God

After years of searching for God in art, churches, the ocean and even a spiritual commune, I found Him the most surprising and perfect way. I also learned that my God has a great sense of humor and is not afraid to use it to my advantage. I hope you enjoy this episode about my […]