Have you ever felt so lit up about your life—overflowing with joy, gratitude, and high-vibe energy—only to be met with a cold, “Wow…you’re such a Pollyanna,” or worse, “That’s toxic positivity”? Ouch. That kind of pushback can feel like a spiritual sucker punch.

In this powerful solo episode of The Abundance Journey, we unpack the surprising truth behind why your light might trigger someone else’s shadow—and how to respond without dimming your brilliance.

You’ll learn:

• What’s really going on neurologically and spiritually when someone resists your joy

• Why “positivity” can feel unsafe to people rooted in fear-based identity

• The difference between true compassion and spiritual bypassing

• How to validate someone’s pain without agreeing to their story

• Tools to stay aligned with your highest self and meet others where they are

This isn’t about fixing anyone. It’s about being the safe, steady presence that lets others reconnect with their own power. Because you don’t climb the mountain for someone—you just show them the view is worth it.

About the Host, Elaine Starling: (bio, personal links, resource links)

Elaine Starling, The Abundance Ambassador and Host of The Abundance Journey Show, empowers successful individuals to move beyond financial achievements and discover deeper fulfillment by aligning their lives with their true purpose. As an international speaker, TEDx presenter, and best-selling author, Elaine guides spiritual seekers to cultivate a profound connection with The Divine, enabling them to restore flow and manifest their dreams. Through her Activate Abundance Process, Elaine combines business strategies with spiritual insights, helping you unlock unlimited abundance and create a life of true alignment and joy.

Free Gift: Get a book excerpt from “5 Steps to Activate Your Abundance”

How to Support: Please share this episode with everyone you love and admire. Let them know that they are receiving this lovely energy too!

Elaine Starling Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elaine.abundance

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainestarling/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3eXgwdMYYzLicCEcB1Ddrg

TEDx Talk, “Abundance Is a Choice” https://youtu.be/tMQ0D4sfEys

Website: www.TheAbundanceJourney.com

5 Steps to Activate Your Abundance Book: https://amzn.to/3vjKjft

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What if abundance isn't something you chase — but something you embody? In this soul-stirring conversation, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Laura Sawosko, shares how her journey through struggle, faith, authenticity, and resilience became the fuel for her creative fire — and how you can do the same.

Discover:

- Why your authenticity is the most powerful form of abundance you can offer.

- How even your greatest challenges can become your biggest gifts.

- How living with gratitude, vulnerability, and faith opens new doors you never imagined.

- Why real success isn’t one giant door — it’s a thousand tiny windows.

- Simple daily practices to reclaim your power and reignite your dreams.

Laura’s story will inspire you to stop waiting, stop hiding, and start living your truth — right now.

About the Guest, Laura Sawasko:

Laura Sawasko is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Her sixth album called Not What I Do, released in April 2025. Laura is a storyteller through song, creating music that combines raw vocals with relatable and vivid imagery.

She's a member of the National Songwriters Association International and the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers. She was one of the chosen qualifiers for the Tennessee Songwriters Series. Her career includes performances at iconic venues like the Blue Bird Cafe, The Listening Room. She's opened for major artists: Edwin McBane, Sara Buxton, Michelle Branch.

Laura lives her life to fully express who she is. Laura has a passion and a commitment to vulnerably share her truth in a way that enriches others.

Laura Sawasko Social Media Links:

http://www.instagram.com/laurasawosko

http://www.facebook.com/laurasawosko1

https://www.youtube.com/@laurasawosko6004

Free Gift:

Song, Take My Hand, from her new album, Not What I Do. (https://youtu.be/J8aMvQV5c1A?si=kcYxRCOTddxWv2wf)

Song, The Songwriters, that I found so moving. (https://youtu.be/d3pM72Sl3Z0?si=Dld4wd7gH27G6DHP)

What We Can Do For Laura:

Follow Laura on Instagram and YouTube. Please like and share her videos too!

About the Host, Elaine Starling: (bio, personal links, resource links)

Elaine Starling, The Abundance Ambassador and Host of The Abundance Journey Show, empowers successful individuals to move beyond financial achievements and discover deeper fulfillment by aligning their lives with their true purpose. As an international speaker, TEDx presenter, and best-selling author, Elaine guides spiritual seekers to cultivate a profound connection with The Divine, enabling them to restore flow and manifest their dreams. Through her Activate Abundance Process, Elaine combines business strategies with spiritual insights, helping you unlock unlimited abundance and create a life of true alignment and joy.

Free Gift: Get a book excerpt from “5 Steps to Activate Your Abundance” (https://amzn.to/3Zh9kVq)

How to Support: Please share this episode with everyone you love and admire. Let them know that they are receiving this lovely energy too!

Elaine Starling Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elaine.abundance

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainestarling/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3eXgwdMYYzLicCEcB1Ddrg

TEDx Talk, “Abundance Is a Choice” https://youtu.be/tMQ0D4sfEys

Website: www.TheAbundanceJourney.com

5 Steps to Activate Your Abundance Book: https://amzn.to/3vjKjft

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The Sacred Spiral of Growth is How You Become Abundance

Have you ever wondered how your personal growth actually unfolds — and why it sometimes feels messy, magical, or even miraculous? In today’s episode of The Abundance Journey, we’re shining a bright, loving light on the four key phases of growth that create your Sacred Spiral of Self.

You’ll discover:

· How to recognize where you are in your growth journey (Witness It, Experience It, Live It, or Embody It)

· Why Spiritual Alignment and Conscious Action together are the secret to lasting transformation

· How to use the Five Powers of Abundance to ignite and accelerate your expansion

· The real reason gratitude and love are your most powerful compasses

· How your vibration shapes your reality — and the simple steps to spiral higher, again and again

Get ready to see your life in a whole new light — one where every challenge becomes a Divine invitation, every step forward deepens your alignment, and your authentic abundance flows naturally from the inside out.

About the Host, Elaine Starling: (bio, personal links, resource links)

Elaine Starling, The Abundance Ambassador and Host of The Abundance Journey Show, empowers successful individuals to move beyond financial achievements and discover deeper fulfillment by aligning their lives with their true purpose. As an international speaker, TEDx presenter, and best-selling author, Elaine guides spiritual seekers to cultivate a profound connection with The Divine, enabling them to restore flow and manifest their dreams. Through her Activate Abundance Process, Elaine combines business strategies with spiritual insights, helping you unlock unlimited abundance and create a life of true alignment and joy.

Free Gift: Get a book excerpt from “5 Steps to Activate Your Abundance”

How to Support: Please share this episode with everyone you love and admire. Let them know that they are receiving this lovely energy too!

Elaine Starling Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elaine.abundance

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainestarling/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3eXgwdMYYzLicCEcB1Ddrg

TEDx Talk, “Abundance Is a Choice” https://youtu.be/tMQ0D4sfEys

Website: www.TheAbundanceJourney.com

5 Steps to Activate Your Abundance Book: https://amzn.to/3vjKjft

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