
Ellen Whiteside - From Four-Legged Wisdom to Peaceful Getaways
10/13/24 • 24 min
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Magical Retreats & Soulful Connections
In this episode of the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast, host Anke Herrmann is joined by Ellen from Gold Hill, North Carolina.
Ellen shares her enchanting story about living on an 11-acre paradise, where she runs retreats and rents out Airbnbs surrounded by natural beauty and tranquility.
Ellen recounts her connection with her dog, Murphy, and their involvement in the book project 'Pawthers'.
They discuss the concept of dogs as wise souls and how they met through the project. Ellen talks about her potential retreat offerings for stressed dogs and their owners to find peace together in nature.
The episode highlights the transformative power of the environment to help both people and dogs connect and heal. If this magical retreat with your furry companion sounds appealing, find out more at Ellen's Sacred Grove Retreat website.
00:00 Welcome to the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast
00:24 Meet Ellen: A Magical Life in North Carolina
01:28 The Story Behind 'My Fur Baby' Book
03:42 Murphy's Arrival and Connection
07:58 The Healing Power of Nature for Dogs and Humans
13:01 Creating a Dog-Friendly Retreat
16:55 The Power of Collaboration and Connection
22:25 Conclusion and How to Connect with Ellen
24:08 Final Thoughts and Farewell
Get the book at https://mybook.to/furbabybook
Find out more and connect with Ellen:
Website: https://sacredgroveretreat.com/
Bio: In May, 2006, I purchased Sacred Grove Retreat Center and moved there with my partner, Tim Beebe. We worked tirelessly to improve and beautify this magical land.
I am a gracious hostess, and my superpower lies in effortlessly creating rapport with every visitor. I possess a natural talent for making anyone who sets foot on the land feel warmly welcomed. Affectionately referred to as the “Goddess of the Grove”, I take great pleasure in embracing this title.
Social media links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-whiteside-58649911/
All about Soul Touched by Dogs - free live masterclasses, The Weekly Treat newsletter, the podcast and more - at https://soultouchedbydogs.com
Magical Retreats & Soulful Connections
In this episode of the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast, host Anke Herrmann is joined by Ellen from Gold Hill, North Carolina.
Ellen shares her enchanting story about living on an 11-acre paradise, where she runs retreats and rents out Airbnbs surrounded by natural beauty and tranquility.
Ellen recounts her connection with her dog, Murphy, and their involvement in the book project 'Pawthers'.
They discuss the concept of dogs as wise souls and how they met through the project. Ellen talks about her potential retreat offerings for stressed dogs and their owners to find peace together in nature.
The episode highlights the transformative power of the environment to help both people and dogs connect and heal. If this magical retreat with your furry companion sounds appealing, find out more at Ellen's Sacred Grove Retreat website.
00:00 Welcome to the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast
00:24 Meet Ellen: A Magical Life in North Carolina
01:28 The Story Behind 'My Fur Baby' Book
03:42 Murphy's Arrival and Connection
07:58 The Healing Power of Nature for Dogs and Humans
13:01 Creating a Dog-Friendly Retreat
16:55 The Power of Collaboration and Connection
22:25 Conclusion and How to Connect with Ellen
24:08 Final Thoughts and Farewell
Get the book at https://mybook.to/furbabybook
Find out more and connect with Ellen:
Website: https://sacredgroveretreat.com/
Bio: In May, 2006, I purchased Sacred Grove Retreat Center and moved there with my partner, Tim Beebe. We worked tirelessly to improve and beautify this magical land.
I am a gracious hostess, and my superpower lies in effortlessly creating rapport with every visitor. I possess a natural talent for making anyone who sets foot on the land feel warmly welcomed. Affectionately referred to as the “Goddess of the Grove”, I take great pleasure in embracing this title.
Social media links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-whiteside-58649911/
Previous Episode

Christine Passo - My Fur Baby Wrote This Book: When Pets Write and Hearts Melt
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My Fur Baby Wrote This Book: Candid comments from a pet's POV - Love stories from their owners (Pets & Pawthors Book 1)
Get the book at https://mybook.to/furbabybook
In this heartfelt conversation, I chat with Christine Passo, a fellow dog lover, about the unique process of co-authoring a book centered on our deep connections with our pets.
Christine shares the emotional journey that led us to contribute our stories to this book project, inspired by the love and lessons our dogs have imparted upon us.
We delve into how grief and love intertwine, affecting our personal growth and professional paths, including Christine’s transformation in helping others with grief through her coaching.
Our discussion highlights the emotional depth and cultural diversity each author brings to the book, making it a beautifully unique collection of stories about love, loss, and life's profound learning moments. Join us in celebrating this bond, and find out how you too can embrace and share in this narrative of love and healing.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:29 Connecting Over a Shared Love for Dogs
00:50 The Book Project: An Unexpected Journey
06:00 The Writing Workshop Experience
09:59 Exploring Themes of Love and Loss
12:44 The Impact of Grief on Our Lives
17:10 Honoring and Understanding Grief
21:24 Finding Purpose Through Loss
21:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Find out more and connect with Christine:
Website: https://christinepasso.com/
Bio: Christine Passo is a 4x Certified Support and Transformation Coach. Christine realized how trauma and unresolved pain in her own life had built up over the years as different versions of grief. She also recognized how many other women told similar stories. She is dedicated to providing support and transformation coaching to women in their 40’s and 50’s to guide them through the grief that holds them back from living lives of clarity and deeper meaning. Through their time with Christine, her clients are validated of their grief, reveal the lessons they’ve learned in healing and how to apply them to their purpose, and transform their thoughts by realizing how empowering and impactful they are. Christine feels privileged to guide her clients through some of their most vulnerable experiences and witness their exceptional transformations. She is living her most passionate dream and loves the opportunity to lead her clients to do the same.
Social media links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-passo-665a70a/
https://www.instagram.com/christinepasso_lifecoach/
Here is that book link again .. https://mybook.to/furbabybook
Get your tissues ready
Next Episode

Cindy Ojczyk - Two Lives Changed: The Mutual Benefits of Dog Fostering
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A Journey of Fostering: Love, Loss, and Lessons
In this episode of the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast, I engage in a heartfelt and enlightening conversation with Cindy, a passionate dog lover and rescuer, living near Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Cindy shares her deeply personal journey of coming into the world of dog fostering, starting with her accidental adoption of a dog named Snuka during college.
We explore the emotional rollercoaster that fostering can be, as Cindy recounts her family's experiences in dealing with the grief of losing a pet and the therapeutic role fostering new dogs played in their lives.
Cindy discusses how her family navigated fostering challenges, the impact of adopting pets after experiencing loss, and the bittersweet journey of letting go.
She provides insight into the fostering process, its emotional demands, and the lessons learned in balancing family life with fostering responsibilities.
Cindy also shares details about her newsletter 'Like People, Like Pets' on Substack, aiming to inspire potential fosters and adopters by showcasing the enriching symbiotic relationships between humans and pets. Tune in to hear how fostering can teach valuable life lessons and foster family bonds, even through tumultuous times.
00:00 Welcome to the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast
00:24 Meet Cindy: A Passionate Dog Lover
01:42 Cindy's Journey with Dogs
04:57 The Challenges and Joys of Fostering
09:24 The Emotional Impact of Fostering
11:56 Insights on Fostering and Adoption
22:51 Connecting with Cindy and Final Thoughts
To find out more and connect with Cindy:
Website: https://cindyojczyk.substack.com/
Bio: Cindy Ojczyk muses about the parallels between people and pets in her weekly newsletter, Like People, Like Pets, at cindyojczyk.substack.com. She lives with her husband in Minnesota, U.S, two rescue pets, and a revolving door of foster animals. Her two adult children live independently with their own menageries.
Social media links: / cindyocheck
Soul Touched by Dogs - Ellen Whiteside - From Four-Legged Wisdom to Peaceful Getaways
Transcript
Welcome to the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast, the show for dog lovers who see dogs not as toys or tools, but wise souls worth our respect and care. I'm an Herrmann, and I'm your host. I talk to poor some humans, people who do great work for dogs and their people. So come and join us for today's conversation.
AnkeHello and welcome, Ellen. I'm super happy to have you here today.
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