From Music to Mysticism: How Science, Psychology, and Spirituality Converge

A journey unfolds in which creativity, consciousness, and ancient wisdom intersect to support healing and awakening. In this episode of Women Awakening, Cynthia James is joined by Laura Chandler—writer, teacher, podcast host, award-winning songwriter, and co-founder of the Foundation of the Sacred Stream—for a rich and thoughtful conversation on the evolution of the human spirit. Laura reflects on her path from music and psychology to mysticism and consciousness studies, sharing how loss, creativity, and spiritual inquiry shaped her life’s work.Explore the convergence of science, psychology, and spirituality, the reclamation of ancient wisdom in modern times, and the importance of tending the spirit as part of being human.Listen to the full episode of From Music to Mysticism: How Science, Psychology, and Spirituality Converge.Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Laura Chandler is a writer, teacher, podcast host, and award-winning songwriter. She has worked in publishing, music and video production, and alternative therapies. As the co-founder and Executive Director of the Foundation of the Sacred Stream, a school for consciousness studies in Berkeley, CA, she is dedicated to preserving traditions and practices that support the healing of the earth and humanity's awakening to a more compassionate existence. Her music has appeared in film and television, and she owns Red Cow Records and Music Publishing.With a background in spiritual, therapeutic, and meditative techniques from around the world, Laura has worked with master teachers from a variety of traditions. She has also released seven albums and co-authored two books, Depth Hypnosis: A Path to Healing, Power, and Transformation, and Coming to Peace: Resolving Conflict Within Ourselves and Others.Connect with Laura Chandler:Website: https://www.laurachandler.org; https://www.sacredstream.orgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-chandler-5049395/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sacredstream; https://www.facebook.com/sacredstreamradio/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredstreamYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/fndsacredstreamTwitter: https://x.com/fndsacredstreamCynthia James is a transformational speaker, emotional integration coach, and host of the Women Awakening podcast. With a background as a former actress and Star Search champion, she brings creativity and depth to her work. Cynthia holds master’s degrees in consciousness studies and spiritual psychology. Author of 6 bestselling and award-winning books, including I Choose Me: The Art of Being A Phenomenally Successful Woman at Home and at Work. Through her global retreats, coaching, and speaking, she helps women step into their power, live authentically, and lead with purpose.Connect with Cynthia James:Website: https://www.cynthiajames.net/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cynthia-james-enterprises/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/WhatWillSetYouFreeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiajames777/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cynthiajamestransforms