Heart Centered Revolution: Kundalini Yoga and Conscious Living

Sat Nam, Unlock the secrets of manifestation with our special guest, Aryana Rollins, a manifestation teacher and author. This episode shares Aryana's unique five-stage approach to manifestation, but also offer a fresh perspective on how to align your thoughts, feelings, and actions with your desires. We also discuss Aryana's writing process for her book "Mindful Achiever," a fusion of strategic manifesting and intuitive guidance. Aryana opens up about her writing journey, its ups and downs, and her profound understanding of the book's purpose. We stress the significance of trusting your intuition and staying committed to your personal vision. We round off this enlightening episode with an empowering pranayama practice, guiding you through a breath awareness exercise designed to help you connect with your life force, or prana. Don't miss out on this episode brimming with valuable insights and practical tips! Relevant Links: Buy Aryana's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CLKZ31DP Click here to learn more about Aryana. With Love, Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam, Ever pondered the vast capabilities and intricate mysteries of your mind? Perhaps you've felt overwhelmed by the chaos and confusion it can sometimes bring? Join us as we unravel the workings of the human mind and guide you towards a more heart-centered, consciousness-driven life. We'll delve into how our brain functions as a lens, interpreting and distorting the universal and collective consciousness. And we'll explore how we can filter out the noise, discerning thoughts that serve us from those we should let go of. With the application of meditation, mindfulness, and heart-centered living, you can find peace and reduce stress, anxiety, and tension. At the end of the epsidoe, Jen guides you through a pranayam practice atimed at reducing stress and tension. Relevant Links: Click here to sign up for our free meditation program: 10 Days of Kirtan Kriya. Click here to learn more about Spiritual Counseling with Ramtin. With Love, Jen & Ramtin

This episode unravels the transformative practice of expressing thanks to the natural world, as inspired by Robin Wall Kimmerer's book Braiding Sweetgrass. Our conversation is not just about gratitude; it's about embracing a way of life that centers the heart and connects us to the present moment. To further deepen our exploration, we incorporate the pranayam for perspective and emotional balance. This alternate nostril breathing technique has the potential to help get you out of overthinking and to quiet the mind. Finally, we share a heartfelt testimonial from a client about the profound impact of spiritual counseling and hypnotherapy. We extend an invitation for you to reach out to Ramtin for an introductory session or a Stress-Busting Session and discover the benefits yourself. So, tune in, embrace the wisdom of Indigenous teachings, and embark on a journey towards a more grateful and centered life. Relevant Links: Click here to buy Braiding Sweetgrass, by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Click here to read a version of the Thanksgiving Address. Click here to learn more about Spiritual Counseling with Ramtin. Click here to learn more about Stress-Busting Session with Ramtin. With Love, Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam,  Listen in as we unravel the relationship between habits and discipline, explaining how these behavioral patterns are hardwired into our lives. We share how how the subconscious mind plays a pivotal role in forming habits, and how discipline requires a conscious effort to make a change. You'll gain insights into how both positive and negative habits exist, and how discipline can help modify them. At the end, Jen leads you through a pranayam meditation for a 'calm heart'. If you have any questions or want to share any thoughts, feel free to email us at Jen@HeartCenteredRevolution.com and Ramtin@HeartCenteredRevolution.com. You can also connect with us on Instagram at @HeartCenteredRevolution. With Love, Jen & Ramtin

Oooops!  I just realized this episode never went out on 8/12, so here it is now.... Have you ever found yourself lost in the hustle and bustle of daily life, forgetting to take a moment to just breathe? We've all been there, and it's in those moments that the power of mindfulness can truly transform your life. Join us on this heart-centered journey as we reveal how to harness the profound practice of mindfulness and bring it into the everyday. You'll discover how to tap into a state of peaceful, present being, employing tools such as the a 5-senses check-in. We also talk about how mindfulness can transcend the meditation mat and imbue every aspect of our lives, connecting us to our sense of connection to Divine in the present moment. Click here to learn more about Thich Nhat Hahn's incredible book, Peace Is Every Step. At the end of the episode, Ramtin leads you through a pranayam for cooling the mind and body, and we also share how you can work 1-1 with Ramtin. Click here to learn more about Spiritual Counseling with Ramtin. With Love, Jen & Ramtin  

Are you caught in the whirlwind of overthinking, feeling trapped in your own mind? This episode might be what you need. We're delving deep into the pattern of overthinking, from a yogic and hypnotherapy perspective. Discover how your subconscious mind plays a critical role in this habit and how simple techniques can help you switch from fear-based consciousness to a heart-centered one. Plus, you'll get to try out a pranayama that activates the higher glands in your body.  To learn more about the Stress-Busting Session with Ramtin, click here. 

Sat Nam!  Listen in as we unpack some powerful wisdom from one of our favorite teachers, Guru Singh. Drawing from his enlightening book, Levity, we share insights on the art of finding miracles in life's challenging moments.  Click here to buy Guru Singh's book Levity. Click here to learn more about Guru Singh's online community, 13 Moons. As a bonus, we guide you through a healing and uplifting pranayama practice to conclude the conversation. Join us in this enlightening journey as we bring you the best of Kundalini Yoga and conscious living. At the end of the episode, we also talk about working 1-1 with Ramtin. Click here to learn more about Spiritual Counseling with Ramtin. With Love, Jen & Ramtin

Join us, Jen and Ramtin, on a transformative journey as we explore the power and history of the Mool Mantra, a beloved chant in Kundalini Yoga. Hear about Guru Nanak's divine encounter by the river that led to the creation of this mantra and its profound impact on our personal journey. At the end of the episode, we share one of the pranayama we share most often in our 1-1 work with clients.  Here is the mantra typed out, to help you with speaking it into your life:  Mul Mantra Ek Ong Kaar, Sat Nam Karta Purakh Nirbho, Nirvair Akaal Moorat, Ajoonee Saibhung Guru Prasad, Jap! Aad Such, Jugaad Such Hai Bee Such, Nanak Ho Si Bhee Such To get a printable download of the Mul Mantra and translation, as well as a playlist of Mul Mantra songs, visit: www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/MulMantra.  With Love,  Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam, Revolutionaries In this episode Jen explains the different uses of the word ‘sadhana,' which can get confusing because the one word means 3 different types of daily spiritual practices. Jen also shares her experiences with each type of sadhana, and encourages you to commit to a sadhana that is a good fit for your spiritual journey and lifestyle at this time. At the end Jen leads you through a pranayam meditation that boosts energy and eliminates stress. If you want to do a Kundalini Yoga sadhana, but don't want to practice on your own at home, check out HCR's 40-day sadhana by clicking here. We give you everything you. need to complete your first (or next) 40-day sadhana. We love you! Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam, Revolutionaries In this episode Ramtin and I share the inspiration and mission for Heart Centered Revolution, we explain what ‘Heart Centered Revolution' means to us. We also share a few non-yoga stories about ourselves, and I guide you through one of the most common pranayams practiced in Kundalini Yoga: Breath of Fire. In the episode I talk about our free programs to help support your Kundalini Yoga practice, and here are the links to those: Kundalini Yoga Essentials - free 5-day Kundalini Yoga course: click here to sign-up. 10 Days of Kirtan Kriya - free 10 day meditation program: click here to sign-up. To learn more about us, visit www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com. We love you! Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam,  This episode covers the last 3 of the 10 Values of the Aquarian Age.  (This is Part 3 of a 3-part series, to listen to the earlier parts check out episodes 38 and 42). At the end of this episode, I lead you through Sitkari Praynam, known for its cleansing effects and ability to boost glandular function.  Here are all 10 values of the aquarian age for your reference: Episode 38 1) Change and learning is continuous and life-long.  we must maintain mental, emotional, and physical flexibility.  2) Intellect is not enough.  We need a new relationship to intuition, emotion and instinct.  3) information is not enough.  Neither is knowledge.  We need wisdom.  4) Learning is not enough.  We must learn how to learn.  Episode 42 5) Complexity is increasing, as is our need to deal with it.  6) Our sense of personal identity and its foundation is shifting.  7) This is an age of paradox - more global and more individual, with fewer boundaries and more demand for political separations.  Everything is faster and we have less time.  We need far more love and unity, for we have more fear and tremendous insecurity.  Episode 46 8) Stamina and contestant peak performance are the common benchmarks to evaluate all people and their work, and the need is to go inward and regenerate.  9) We require a reconciliation and integration of the spiritual side of life with the technological and material sides - a spiritual fitness to sense values and meaning.  10) There is no isolation.  Each action we take must be considered ecologically, and globally because each person does affect, directly or indirectly, vast networks of people, and other living beings and places.  One of the best ways to manage the tensions and stressors of this time is a daily meditation or spiritual practice. If you'd like support with yours, click here to join our free 10 Days of Kirtan Kriya meditation program.    Love, Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam,  In this episode, we break down the meaning and impact of chanting the mantra Ek Ong Kar, three little words that encapsulate what all yoga practices are trying to accomplish. At the end we have a special pranayam, you'll have to listen to see what it is! If you want to learn more about Kundalini Yoga, or deepen your practice, we invite you to join on of our free programs: Kundalini Yoga Essentials - a free 5-day Kundalini Yoga course where you learn the basics of Kundalini in short 20 minute practices. Sign up here: www.KundaliniEssentials.com 10 Days of Kirtan Kriya - a free meditation program where you get an instructional video breaking down one of the most popular and well-studied meditations in all of Kundalini Yoga, and then each day for 10 days you get a video to practice along with and an email to help keep you accountable. Sign up here: Click here to sign up. And lastly, here is the diagram discussed in the episode:  Love, Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam! In this episode, Jen talks about Seva (selfless service), and how it is practiced in a yogic setting. Jen also shares a personal interpretation of Seva, and how it played a part of her healing journey. At the end of the episode, Jen leads you through a pranayam that is fun to do, and helps calm and soothe your nervous system - you won't want to miss it. Jen also shares how you can get your free guided mediation. Love, Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam! In this episode, Jen & Ramtin break down 3 values of the aquarian age. This is part 2 of a 3 part series (first part is episode 38). We discuss how current times are increasing pressure, and how we can deal with the stressors. At the end of the episode Jen leads you through a powerful pranayam practice that helps open the throat chakra, and instructions on how you can get your free 11 minute guided Laya Yoga meditation. To learn more about us, visit www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com. Love, Jen & Ramtin

Welcome back! In our first new episode in over a year, Jen & Ramtin talk about how their practice and lives have changed over the past couple of years, and what's next for the Heart Centered Revolution podcast. We talk about how the gaps in our regular spiritual practice is a great opportunity for growth, and we share an inspiring clip from our beloved teacher Guru Singh. We end the episode with a simple but powerful pranayam meditation, three part yogic breath, and instructions on how to GET A FREE MEDITATION VIDEO. To learn more about Guru Singh, go to @GuruSinghYogi on Instagram. To learn more about us, visit www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com. We love you! Jen & Ramtin

This episode introduces you to Celestial Communication teacher, Adarsh Kaur.  During her interview with Jen, Adarsh shares her journey, as well as the magic of Celestial Communication,  At the end of the podcast, Jen leads you through an easy long, deep breathing pranayam.  You can connect further with Adarsh by visiting her website at www.AdarshKaur.com, or finding her classes and sadhanas at Soul Tribe. We love you,  Jen & Ramtin

This episode teaches how three Life Cycles aid in our evolution and maturity as human beings, and how understanding these cycles can help you approach times of great change and growth with grace and understanding,  At the end of the podcast, Jen leads you through a pranayam that is calming, helps release blocks, and helps you let go of things that are no longer serving you. We also share a that you can help support our podcast at www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/Support. Love,  Jen & Ramtin

Welcome to the 39th episode of the Heart Centered Revolution podcast, all about how a regular spiritual practice, or sadhana, can transform your experience as a spiritual being having a human experience. This episode teaches how a regular spiritual practice helps to clear your mental, emotional, and spiritual bodies, and to help connect to the divine aspects of yourself.  At the end of the podcast, Jen leads you through a pranayam to energize and increase focus. This episode mentions two ways you can start your own sadhana: by joining our FREE 10 Day Meditation program at www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/10DayMeditation, or jumping into a deeper practice with our 40 day sadhana program at www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/sadhana.  With love,  Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam,  This episode is Part 1 of a 3 part series.  This episode covers the 4 Characteristics of the Aquarian Age (Parts 2 and 3 will cover the rest).  These characteristics can help you understand why life is so intense, and why people are so polarized at this time.  At the end of the episode, Jen leads you through a cooling and calming breathing meditation.  If you'd like to read a list of all 10 Characteristics of the Aquarian Age, visit www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/episode38.   Love,  Jen & Ramtin

This episode discussed the ways in which the physical body sends us messages about our well-being. Ramtin talks about colds and flus, and Jen tells how she healed a health condition by addressing several layers of the mind-body connection.  At the end of the podcast, Jen leads you through a pranayam to make the mind alert and focused. Also, Jen & Ramtin would like to talk to 5-10 podcast listeners about some ideas for the future of the podcast.  If you're willing to schedule a 10 minute call with Jen or Ramtin, email jen@heartcenteredrevolution.com by 5/1/2020.  Love,  Jen & Ramtin

This episode teaches how Kundalini Yoga enhances our connection to the subtle aspects of ourselves and the Universe, and how we can create a Spiritual support network with that new-found awareness.  At the end of the podcast, Jen leads you through a pranayam that is healing, energizing, and uplifting.   In the episode we also share that we're sharing daily 3-10 minute videos on Instagram and Facebook.  If you want to check the out we're @HeartCenteredRevolution on Instagram and Heart Centered Revolution on Facebook.  Love,  Jen & Ramtin

This episode explains how our daily habits create our sense of identify, and how Kundalini Yoga helps us clear the thoughts, actions, and patterns that no longer serve us so we can consciously create our own sense of self and sense of the world,  At the end of the podcast, Jen leads you through a pranayam called Canon Breath, that helps strengthen the part of your nervous system that creates relaxation and calm.  Listen to the episode above, or read on to learn more.  At the end of the episode, Jen invites you to join our free 10-Days of Kirtan Kriya meditation program, which you can sign-up for at www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/Episode35. Love,  Jen & Ramtin

Welcome to the 34th episode of the Heart Centered Revolution podcast! This episode of the Heart Centered Revolution podcast is all about rising above the default settings of the subconscious mind, so you can get out of survival mode and tap into your powers as a conscious creator. At the end of the podcast, Jen leads you through a pranayam called Build Your Own Excellence, a great way to rise up to a challenges at hand.  This pranayam is going to build you up, and anything that elevates you above where you currently are is going to feel a little uncomfortable and challenging.  If you want to deepen your practice with us, join our FREE 5-day Kundalini Yoga course at www.KundaliniYogaEssentials.com.  Love,  Jen & Ramtin

Learn all about the use of Spiritual Names, and how and when to get yours in this episode. Episode includes a Breathe of Fire Pranayam practice at the end.   This is also your last chance to sign-up for our Re-New Year Retreat, visit www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/retreat to learn more.  Love, Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam!  This episode takes a look at the yogic teachings on human beings interact in romantic relationships.  We explore the archetypes for men and women, and discuss how each human being gets to determine how those archetypes applies to them specifically. Towards the end of the practice, Jen leads you through a brief pranayam practice to boost your power and vitality. We also remind you the Early Bird pricing for our Re-New Year Retreat is ending 12/5/2019.   You can learn more about the retreat and sign-up at www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/Retreat Love,  Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam! We are excited to share today’s episode, which explores how the subconscious mind shows up in our day-to-day lives. Ramtin shares with us the difference between a life unknowingly lead by our subconscious mind versus a life knowingly directed by our conscious creation. When we bring awareness to our thoughts, emotions, and actions, we tend to our vibration, redirect our energy, and consciously guide ourselves forward in every moment.  If you feel stuck in an experience that keeps repeating itself, then the pranayama in this episode is for you. It will clear your karma and help you shift into your true dharma! Heather and I also share details of our Renew Year Retreat. To enjoy the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL before it ends on 11/30, sign up at www.heartcenteredrevolution.com/retreat Love, Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam!  This episode starts with a discussion about the mantra for bliss, Wahe Guru Wahe Jio, and veers into a discussion of how we can use mantra to manage our emotions and fears.   Towards the end of the practice, Jen leads you through a brief pranayam practice to balance your emotions and quiet the computations of the mind.   We also talk a bit about our Re-New Year Retreat we’re hosting over the New Year holiday.   You can learn more about that by visiting www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/retreat. Love,  Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam!  This episode introduces you to revolutionary nutritionist Heather Fleming, who shares how your relationship to food can be a spiritual practice.  She shares tips on how to stay connected to your body and let your intuition guide what you eat, rather than strict rules or diets.   Heather and I also announce and exciting opportunity to retreat with us over the New Year holiday.  Towards the end of the practice, Jen leads you through a brief pranayam practice to boost your energy and focus.  Heather and I also share how we manifested our Re-New Year Retreat we’re hosting over the New Year Holiday (Ramtin will be there, too!).  This is a the perfect opportunity to get away from the hustle of life, connect with yourself, set divinely guided intentions for the new year, and transition into 2020 feeling clear, restored, and in alignment.  You can learn more about the retreat at www.heartcenteredrevolution.com/retraet.    Love,  Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam!  This episode takes a look at how Kundalini Yoga increases your awareness of subtle aspects of your physical experience, and how that translates to an elevation in consciousness.  Ramtin also shares how the programming of the subconscious mind comes in to play. Towards the end of the practice, Jen leads you through a brief pranayam practice to bring in a cooling, restorative energy.  We also share an exciting invitation to work 1-1 with Ramtin in one of his limited Spiritual Counseling spots. You can learn more about working with Ramtin and check his availability at www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/Counseling.  Love,  Jen & Ramtin

Sat Nam! This episode dives deep into the interconnection between you and the cosmos, as well as the elements here on Earth.  It’s all about how to balance being a Spiritual being having a human, Earthly experience. How can we use the Earthly elements to connect with the our True selves.  Towards the end there is a pranayam practice that is the foundational pranayam practice of life- everyone should know it!  We also share in the episode that you can learn more fundamentals Kundalini Yoga with our FREE Kundalini Yoga course at www.HeartCenteredRevolution.com/FreeCourse.   Love, Jen & Ramtin  

In this episode we dive deep into the seventh, or crown, chakra, which is our connection to Infinite intelligence.  At the end there is a guided pranayam practice that will have you feel so connected to your breath and the present moment that you will want to do it every day.  We also announce Heart Centered Revolution’s very first in depth, online course, including a personal story about how knowledge of the chakras helped Jen start an important healing process last year.

In this episode, we discuss the role of the physical body and discomfort (okay, sometimes pain), in the practice of Kundalini Yoga. At the end, there is a guided pranayam practice and information about our upcoming FREE live online Chakra and Kundalini Yoga workshop. You can get more information at www.heartcenteredrevolution.com/FreeChakraWorkshop  

In this episode we dive deep into the power and purpose of tuning-in with Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo.  At the end there is a guided pranayam practice that is one of the most popularly taught in Kundalini Yoga, and will have your mind under your direct control. We also share how you can sign-up for our upcoming live round of our FREE 5-Day Kundalini Yoga Course by visiting www.KundaliniYogaEssentials.com.  

In this episode we dive deep into emotions.  How do they show up in our bodies? What makes an emotion an emotion and not a feeling? How can we use them to guide us through our lives. At the end there is a guided pranayam practice that will have you feeling relaxed and centered.

In this episode we dive into a discussion about fear and ego; about how they can trip us up, and how they can be useful.  At the end there is a guided pranayam practice that will have you feeling calm and centered. We also share how you can connect with us on Facebook to learn about all the great things we have coming up for Heart Centered Revolution.

This episode describes the essence of the sixth chakra, including how it assists us with deep listening. At the end of the podcast, we lead you through a pranayam to increase self-control of your mental and emotional state.

This episode covers the 5 stages of spiritual development so you can know where you are. This helps you know what the common pitfalls of your stage are, and how best to progress to the next one. We also cover 4 common fallacies of the spiritual path, and lead you through a breath series at the end. You will love it!

This episode answers 3 questions from beginner students and is a spontaneous conversation Ramtin had with his students during a class. Ramtin shares deep answers to the questions: "Why do we tune-in?", "What is a kriya?", and a couple questions about common mistakes make when meditating. We thought that if these students had these questions, then it is likely you do, too. Even if you know the short answers to these questions, Ramtin gives a deeper explanation than is usually given. The episode ends with a pranayam practice called Grab a Little Energy.

We continue our exploration of the chakras with this deep dive into the Fifth Chakra, and how it relates to our expression and integrity. At the end of the episode there is a guided pranayam practice that helps release stress.

This episode is a deep dive into how Kundalini Yoga works to strengthen our ability to handle experiences that interrupt our ease and joy of life. It includes a brief breathing practice at the end of the

This episode dives deep into how synchronicity and miracle of life, and how to use that knowledge to create your own experience. It is the overlap of the Law of Attraction and the teachings of Kundalini Yoga. Towards the end there is also a brief pranayam practice to help increase energy.

This episode explores the ins and outs of the Fourth, or Heart, Chakra, and why we think it is so special. Towards the end Jen leads you through a powerful pranayam that cleanses and balances two of the major energy channels in the body.

In this episode we dive into how Kundalini Yoga got it's reputation as the Yoga of Awareness. Awareness of what? How does it work? How do the common mantras increase consciousness and awareness? We answer these questions and more in this episode, and there is a brief pranayam practice at the end to help you master the monkey mind.

In this unique, bonus episode (there will still be a regular episode tomorrow), we share one of the guided visualizations/ meditations that Ramtin often uses to ground his students before beginning a class. It is best to listen to this episode when you can sit and close your eyes to follow the guided visualization.

This episode is all about the Third Chakra, and how to relate to the third chakra in our lives, and in Kundalini Yoga (turns out it has a very important function in Kundalini Yoga. Towards the end of the episode Jen leads you through a 3 minute pranayama to increase energy and focus, and we invite you to complete a brief survey at HeartCenteredRevolution.com/survey to help us decide what other teachings to offer.

In this episode we continue answering common Kundalini Yoga Questions, including how to find Kundalini Yoga music! We end the episode with a 3 minute pranayam to strengthen your immune system, and sharing how you can sign up for our free 10 Days of Kirtran Kriya meditation program.

Towards the end of this episode Jen leads you through a pranayam you can use all day every day to feel more present and relaxed- 3 Part Yogic Breath. We also share how you can get access to our Free 10 Days of Kirtan Kriya meditation program so you can start your home practice and learn one of the most powerful Kundalini Yoga meditations.

This episode is all about the Second Chakra: we get into what it is, the emotions and habits associated with it, and techniques you can use to balance it. The episode also includes a pranayam practice for calming fear, anxiety, and worry- listen to the end an enjoy!

In this episode we wanted to share a bit more about ourselves so you could get to know us a bit better, so we decided to share our journeys to Kundalini Yoga.  Jen and Ramtin each answer the questions: how did we find Kundalini Yoga, what got us hooked, and what led us to do Teacher Training. This episode also includes a pranayam to increase energy and uplift your spirit.

Jen and Ramtin dive deep into the first chakra, including what it is like to have an over or under-developed first, or Muladhara, chakra, as well as the challenges those of us on a spiritual path have with balancing our first chakra.  We also share techniques to balance the first chakra, and at the end Jen teaches you how to do Mulbandh, or root lock, and guides you through a breathing practice that includes Mulbandh.   For a review of the chakra system in general, please check our Episode 6 of Heart Centered Revolution podcast. 

Dive deep into what the chakras are, and how we work with them in Kundalini Yoga, in this episode that is a mixture of recordings from a live Kundalini Yoga and Meditation class. This episode includes a 3-minute pranayam practice of suspending the breath, as well as information about how to share your questions with us, so we can answer them on our podcast.