Ep. 79 Hidden Doorways of Healing: Spirit, Plants, and the Spiral Path - Heather Orton
Wed Sep 10 2025
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In this episode of The Healed Now What podcast, Lisa Dawn sits down with Heather Orton — a Reiki Master, teacher, and soul journey practitioner — to explore the winding, beautiful, and sometimes messy path of healing.
Heather opens up about her first encounter with Reiki in high school, and how personal challenges — including a house fire and relationship struggles — shaped her journey and her approach to helping others heal. Listeners will discover how she leans on plant allies, Gaelic traditions, and the natural cycles of life to navigate transitions and reconnect with inner wisdom.
This conversation isn’t just about healing practices — it’s about the messy, transformative, and ultimately rewarding process of becoming yourself. Whether you’re curious about holistic approaches, ancestral wisdom, or simply looking for inspiration to navigate life’s ups and downs, this episode will leave you feeling seen, grounded, and inspired.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
Heather’s first experience with Reiki and how it shaped her path.The life events that challenged and transformed her — from fire to heartbreak.How plant allies like yarrow and plantain can support emotional and ancestral healing.The power of Gaelic song, tradition, and ritual in personal growth.Tips for forming deeper connections with nature and yourself.Insights on embracing life’s transitions, cycles of growth, and the spiral path of healing.Reflections on resilience, curiosity, and lifelong learning.Heathers website
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Episode Timeline:
00:00 – The Uncomfortable Transition of Becoming
00:42 – Introducing Heather Orton
02:06 – Heather’s Healing Journey Begins
04:20 – Discovering Reiki in High School
12:41 – Exploring Plant Allies and Ancestral Healing
16:39 – The Power of Gaelic Tradition and Song
20:51 – Connecting with Nature and Plant Spirits
44:08 – Cycles of Growth and Personal Reflection
52:36 – The Struggle of Rebuilding and Healing
54:04 – Embracing Transitions and Personal Growth
56:08 – Facing Life's Challenges and Finding Strength
01:00:08 – The Impact of Major Life Events
01:04:29 – Navigating Grief and Finding Beauty
01:07:47 – The Journey of Self-Discovery and Learning
01:29:28 – The Importance of Curiosity and Learning
01:34:56 – Conclusion and Upcoming Events
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Send us a text In this episode of The Healed Now What podcast, Lisa Dawn sits down with Heather Orton — a Reiki Master, teacher, and soul journey practitioner — to explore the winding, beautiful, and sometimes messy path of healing. Heather opens up about her first encounter with Reiki in high school, and how personal challenges — including a house fire and relationship struggles — shaped her journey and her approach to helping others heal. Listeners will discover how she leans on plant allies, Gaelic traditions, and the natural cycles of life to navigate transitions and reconnect with inner wisdom. This conversation isn’t just about healing practices — it’s about the messy, transformative, and ultimately rewarding process of becoming yourself. Whether you’re curious about holistic approaches, ancestral wisdom, or simply looking for inspiration to navigate life’s ups and downs, this episode will leave you feeling seen, grounded, and inspired. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Heather’s first experience with Reiki and how it shaped her path.The life events that challenged and transformed her — from fire to heartbreak.How plant allies like yarrow and plantain can support emotional and ancestral healing.The power of Gaelic song, tradition, and ritual in personal growth.Tips for forming deeper connections with nature and yourself.Insights on embracing life’s transitions, cycles of growth, and the spiral path of healing.Reflections on resilience, curiosity, and lifelong learning.Heathers website Heathers insta Heathers facebook Follow Lisa work with Lisa Episode Timeline: 00:00 – The Uncomfortable Transition of Becoming 00:42 – Introducing Heather Orton 02:06 – Heather’s Healing Journey Begins 04:20 – Discovering Reiki in High School 12:41 – Exploring Plant Allies and Ancestral Healing 16:39 – The Power of Gaelic Tradition and Song 20:51 – Connecting with Nature and Plant Spirits 44:08 – Cycles of Growth and Personal Reflection 52:36 – The Struggle of Rebuilding and Healing 54:04 – Embracing Transitions and Personal Growth 56:08 – Facing Life's Challenges and Finding Strength 01:00:08 – The Impact of Major Life Events 01:04:29 – Navigating Grief and Finding Beauty 01:07:47 – The Journey of Self-Discovery and Learning 01:29:28 – The Importance of Curiosity and Learning 01:34:56 – Conclusion and Upcoming Events