227: Plot Twist with Tami Simon
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227: Plot Twist with Tami Simon
Episode 227: Show Notes
In this inspiring episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light Watkins sits down with Tami Simon, founder of Sounds True Publishing, to explore the incredible journey that led her to discover her true calling. Tami shares the pivotal moments in her life, starting with a trip to India that took an unexpected turn and set her on a path she never could have imagined.
Tami recounts how getting sick in India forced her to return home, but also ignited a deep desire to drop out of college and dedicate her life to spirituality. Through a series of unexpected twists and turns, including waiting tables at a Chinese restaurant and volunteering at a local radio station, Tami's journey is a testament to the power of following one's inner calling, no matter how unconventional it may seem.
Listeners will be captivated by Tami’s stories of perseverance and faith, including how a chance encounter with a crystal enthusiast led her to start Sounds True, a publishing company dedicated to disseminating spiritual wisdom. Tami’s journey is filled with moments of self-discovery, from her struggles with academic life to finding peace and purpose in audio journalism and spiritual teachings.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling lost or uncertain about their path. Tami’s experiences remind us that sometimes the greatest opportunities arise from the most unexpected circumstances. Join Light Watkins and Tami Simon as they dive into a conversation about resilience, faith, and the incredible power of trusting your instincts. Discover how embracing life’s plot twists can lead you to your true purpose.
If you want to see how Tami grew Sounds True to what it is today, go to episode 64, at exactly the 1-hour mark.
Key Points From This Episode:
Unexpected Beginnings in India: Tami Simon’s journey starts with an unexpected illness in India that changes her life's direction.
Dropping Out of College: Discover how Tami decided to leave college and follow her spiritual calling despite her parents' wishes.
From Waitressing to Radio: Learn about Tami’s time waitressing at a Chinese restaurant and volunteering at a local radio station.
The Prayer for Purpose: Hear how a series of rebirthing sessions led Tami to her guiding prayer: “God, I’m willing to do your work.”
Starting Sounds True: Find out how Tami turned a chance encounter with a crystal enthusiast into the founding of Sounds True Publishing.
First Recordings and Success: Explore how Tami’s love for audio journalism and spiritual teachings led to her first recordings and eventual success.
Quotes:
"When I went to Naropa, even this groovy university where people meditate as part of their coursework, I realized, I just didn't want to be in college. There was just something in me that wanted to be free." — Tami Simon
“As part of this rebirthing process, these 10 sessions, you're given the opportunity to say what your prayer is for your life. As a result of those rebirthing sessions, the prayer that came to me was, 'God, I'm willing to do your work. Please, show me what it is." — Tami Simon
"Disseminate spiritual wisdom - when I started Sounds True and people said, 'What are you doing?' - those were my magic words, because they were given to me. Those were my code words."— Tami Simon
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Listen to Tami Simon’s full episode here: https://www.lightwatkins.com/show/tami-simon