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Scott Kaufman is like a wizard for the heart. He has a way of getting down to the nitty-gritty really quickly, and in a way that feels true, and approachable. As a coach, he offers practical and tangible tools that can be implemented immediately and shares authentically every time we connect. Which, lucky for me, is pretty often. I am so stoked to share his story and his wisdom with you today.In today's episode, we dive deep into some of our psychedelic experiences, together and separately. He shares about his ego deaths that were utterly life-altering in every way imaginable. We talk about polarity, couple's work, and men's work. He coaches me on some old stories that I hadn't fully released, and so much more.Let's get to it.www.thebridge.la@scott_thebridgewww.alexasilvaggio.com@alexasilvaggioPS. Please leave a review wherever you listen. This will help spread the word! Thanks, fam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're on a path of growth, there is no doubt that moments of uncertainty, and a desire to regress will percolate. In today's solo episode, I invite you to shift your relationship to the liminal from one of dismay to one of reverence, acceptance, and maybe even welcome. If you're in transition, which, who isn't? Today's episode is for you. Walking beside you my loves. Let's get Atlared. - Alexa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have been conditioned to believe our worth is based on a number on the scale. On what our body can do. How it performs. On what it looks like. Even on how it feels. For many, our insecurity is all encompassing—and it's fed daily by an economy that proliferates and prospers off of us feeling like shit about ourselves. And in that constant, fear-gripped state of reactivity, we lash out and seek to control the thing society tells us contains our total worth: Our bodies. It's a pretty nasty tactic, but I gotta say, it's working. In the United States alone, 20 million women and 10 million men suffer from clinically diagnosed eating disorders. And that 30 million doesn't include those of us who are simply crippled by body shame, dysmorphia, or fall prey to our reactive, traumatic culture around looks. This is why loving yourself is a radical act. Because the odds are not in your favor here. In today's solo episode, I dive deep into how to cultivate a more loving relationship to your body. I share a bit about my experience, and offer some reframes and tools that I hope can serve. If this episode resonated, share it, post it, leave a 5-star review... this will help get the podcast in more ears. And we want that, we want more souls getting Altared. Let's go! - Alexa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey everybody, welcome back to Altared Podcast. Coming to you live with a solo episode.I've been sitting a lot with, and I feel called to share, the thought of being fully alive. The embodiment of being fully alive. The experience of being fully alive. Do you know that many people that are in their fullest expression? Their full authentic life force? That are truly alive? To be clear, I don't know all that many that are. Today's episode will offer you some practices and inquiry to help you tap into your own innate aliveness. Reminding you to remember who you truly are and feel it all. It's there, it's waiting to be expressed and it's meant to be felt into... So let's get Altared with today's solo episode. Ps. If you liked this episode, consider leaving a 5-star review and a written review wherever you listen. This will help it get in more people's ears. And, if you'd be so kind, share it! Walking beside you fam x Alexa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's close this chapter with awareness, shall we? Have you ever noticed when you don't learn from something in life, a relationship, a pattern, a dynamic, it repeats? I certainly have. Listen to today's solo episode, to help you fully integrate 2023 to make space for all that you want in 2024. Let's embody it fam. It's all happening. Did you like today's episode? If so, share it will ya? x Alexa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Adi Jaffe is one of those people who embodies such a powerful mix of brilliance and effortless relatability. I love speaking to this man. In today's episode, we jump all over the place, from addiction and how to heal, to masculine and feminine polarity, to relationships in general, and the importance of fun and play. This is one of my favorite episodes yet, and I'm so grateful you're here to get in on it. Connect to Adi, and read more about him below. Now, let's get Altared. @dradijaffe - www.adijaffe.com Adi Jaffe, Ph.D. is a #1 best-selling author (⁠The Abstinence Myth⁠ - His upcoming book, Unhooked, is being published by Hachette) and a nationally recognized expert on transformation and communication, especially in times of deep crisis.Dr. Jaffe's work spans work/career, mental health, addiction, and relationship crises. He was a lecturer in the UCLA Psychology department for the better part of a decade and the Executive-Director and Co-Founder of one of the most progressive mental health treatment facilities in the country - until he started ⁠IGNTD⁠.Through IGNTD, Dr. Jaffe is changing the way people think about and deal with mental health issues. His passion lies in helping his clients move through shame, discover their deepest sense of purpose and joy, and forge a new path in life that brings them, and those around them, fulfillment and happiness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Altared Podcast, we have the magnificent Stacy Matulis. Stacy is the founder of Alchemy Somatics. She lives and practices at the intersection of Shamanism, psychology, somatic healing, and tantra, and in this episode, she channels so much juicy goodness for you to savor. Give it a listen, and connect to Stacy @alchemysomatics_ this one will leave you feeling Altared no doubt. If you haven't already, will you take a moment to leave a 5-star review and a written review of this episode? If it resonates, please share it far and wide as we want this goodness in as many ears as possible. Much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've been looking to do less, attract more, cultivate deeper relationships, and have great sex, this episode will knock your socks off. It did mine. Truly. Kate Northrup is a gifted guide who uses nature's wisdom, and data-driven business strategy to make your bank account as full as the harvest moon. Kate helps ambitious people work less while having less stress and creating more abundance. Doesn't that sound simply divine? Yeah, because it is. And it's totally possible. In today's episode we dive into the correlation between sex, money, and power. Kate explains conscious parenting, and allowing our children to fully understand, and hone in on their values from an early age. We discuss allowing versus forcing, and how to embody receptivity. We talk about the power of having enough, and how that magically opens us up to the infinite possibilities that surround us. It's all delicious. You don't want to miss...If you haven't already, please do leave us a 5-star review and a written review wherever you listen to this, and if it resonates, share it, will ya? Thanks again for tuning in, now without further ado, let's get Altared with Kate Northrup. @katenorthrup www.katenorthrup.comHi! I'm Kate,As an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and mother, I have built a platform that reaches hundreds of thousands globally. Everyday, I'm committed to supporting ambitious women to light up the world without burning themselves out. I teach folks, just like you, how to heal your relationship with money, time, and work. I'm the author of two books–Money: A Love Story and Do Less, and the creator of the Do Less Planner System. My work has been featured by Oprah Daily, The Today Show, Women's Health, Glamour, The NY Times, Harvard Business Review, and more. I live with my husband/business partner and our two daughters in Miami. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm so proud to bring you today's episode of Altared Podcast with Sylvester McNutt. Never have I seen a teacher, coach, guide, author extraordinaire be so equipped. Equipped with wisdom for you that is tried and true, that is factual, and available to you in any moment. In our conversation we discuss what to do with pain, and how to move through it. We talk about purpose and how to find it inward and outward. We touch on boundaries, what they are, why we need them, and he even gives examples of things we can say to set them... Basically, Sylvester is a gift, and this episode is your Care Package. That also happens to be the name of his latest book published by Hay House. Give it a listen, and if you dug it, share it. If you haven't already, please give Altared a 5 - star review wherever you listen as this will help spread the good word. Connect to our beloved Sylvester, and learn more about him, below. @sylvestermcnutt www.sylvestermcnutt.netI believe the best decision I ever made was to commit to a lifetime of healing, presence, and joy.During the 1980s my parents brought me into this world at the end of August. Growing up with four seasons in the Chicago-land area gave me access to year-round activity and engagement. I fell in love quickly with sports, the arts, and expressing myself as a human being. There was pain & addiction in my family system that I had to overcome. When I was younger I wished I had the skills, knowledge, and energy to keep my parents together, to keep my family unit together. This thirst for an understanding of psychology, communication, and spirituality became my life's dharma. Now, I'm 10+ years into my career as an author, speaker, podcast host, and I also am certified yoga teacher. I became the adult that I needed as a kid. I believe the best decision I ever made was to commit to healing, presence, and joy.Namaste,Sylvester Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lauren Taus is the fiercest medicine I know of. Truly. Her very being-ness is salve for the soul. Our sisterhood, the way we jam, her phenomenal wisdom, her words, wow wow super wow. Lauren and I share a lot, we have a lot of similar life experiences that allow us to see the world through a similar lens. Witnessing the deaths of our mothers, both of us struggled with anorexia for years, both of us are in the healing space, and we are even born 1 day apart. There is so much juicy goodness in this episode, we talk about inner child work and how to cultivate a more loving relationship with ourselves. We talk about psychedelics and how to use them with reverence. We hone in on grief and loss and moving through them both. I'm so glad you're here and willing to listen, as this episode with Lauren was such a pleasure co-create. If you haven't already, will you take a moment to leave a 5-star review and a written review of this episode, and if it resonates, please share it far and wide. Below you'll find a bit more about Lauren, and be sure to follow her @lauren.taus LET'S GO! Lauren graduated summa cum laude from Barnard College at Columbia University with a BA in Religion before completing her Masters in Social Work at NYU. Lauren focuses on the matrices that hold individuals, rejecting mainstream efforts to pathologize people as if their symptoms could be isolated from their environments. Licensed as a clinical therapist in both New York and California, Lauren believes that life - and good psychotherapy - is psychedelic. She is trained by MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies), the Ketamine Training Center and in the shamanic realms. Lauren feels honored to partner with plant and compound allies in her work, but will always hold loving relationships as the most important medicine, and the only one we all really need. Lauren's biggest prayer is to wake people up to the magic of life and what they're part of. Lauren understands that the highest form of personal healing contributes to collective liberation. She feels particularly excited to share her work publicly. Lauren is a frequent contributor on stages at psychedelic conferences such as Meet Delic, Wonderland and Trail Blazers. Her work has also been featured in magazines such as Double Blind, New York Magazine, Chacruna, the Guardian, and Forbes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FUN FACT: TODAY IS RYAN'S BIRTHDAY, SO GIVE HIM SOME LOVE.I have deep gratitude for this episode, as Ryan Weiss takes us on a journey deeper into ourselves. We explore our very BEingness, the purpose for being in a human body, forgiveness, practices for listening more deeply to ourselves and each other, and oh so much more...If you haven't already, please do leave a 5-star review and a written review as that will allow this episode to land in more people's ears, and when you have a moment, connect with Ryan!@wakingupwithryanhttps://www.sanctuarywithryanweiss.com/ More about RyanRyan exists to help people feel supported exactly as they are. As a triplet born into a rabbinical family, he has always been fascinated by relationship dynamics and personal development. After a career in entertainment at WME and running development at an Academy Award winning production company, Ryan's path led him to coaching when a former celebrity client quite literally forced him to coach her. Within a few months, her professional and personal life radically transformed and suddenly he had a full practice and a new career path.Twelve years later, Ryan coaches leaders to develop their emotional intelligence and communication skills. His coaching curriculum focusing on Emotional FITness and Conscious Communication has guided Tech, Finance and Entertainment founders and C-Suite Leaders and their teams to overcome seemingly impossible hurdles, repair broken relationships in the workplace, reduce anxiety and stress and increase productivity, collaboration and profit.Clients say that working with Ryan has led them to understand the source of their stress and anxiety and given them real, applicable tools to guide themselves back to center in moments of need. The work has brought business partners back in collaboration from the brink of break ups, lowered employee attrition and transformed workspaces to places where people want to be. Ryan lives in Los Angeles with his husband, dogs and chickens. He is passionate about weight lifting, great cocktails, travel, and time in the woods. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Kaufman is like a wizard for the heart. He has a way of getting down to the nitty-gritty really quickly, and in a way that feels true, and approachable. As a coach, he offers practical and tangible tools that can be implemented immediately and shares authentically every time we connect. Which, lucky for me, is pretty often. I am so stoked to share his story and his wisdom with you today. In today's episode, we dive deep into some of our psychedelic experiences, together and separately. He shares about his ego deaths that were utterly life-altering in every way imaginable. We talk about polarity, couple's work, and men's work. He coaches me on some old stories that I hadn't fully released, and so much more. Let's get to it. www.thebridge.la @scott_thebridgewww.alexasilvaggio.com@alexasilvaggioPS. Please leave a review wherever you listen. This will help spread the word! Thanks, fam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you ready to release resistance, surrender, soften into how you want to feel, and embody your future self? I thought so, that's why Deanna Smith is on the Podcast today. Deanna has been my coach and mentor for many years, she has walked me through some of the more trying times in my life, and shown me that there is another way. The world you want to embody, the world that is actually aligned with your highest self, starts with who you are being. It is a reflection of your true self that longs to express itself in a continuous unfolding. Deanna believes when you decide change is possible for you and show up for yourself over and over committing to small adjustments over time, change is not only possible it is inevitable. Yes, please. Let's dive in and hear the tremendous wisdom that Deanna shares. www.deannawithlove.com @deannasmithcoachingwww.alexasilvaggio.com @alexasilvaggio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all want to walk our talk, but some of us do it just a little better than others. Ashley J Sumner is one of those people. In today's episode, we touch on how to cultivate and create a spiritually driven business, how to tap into our well of feminine power, what practices are non-negotiable for co-creating the life we desire, and so much more. Ashely's gentle intuitive approach allows for a deep exhale, with a sigh of relief. Born with a driving purpose to inspire transformation in others, Ashley dedicated over 15 years to forging connections as a founder, community builder, experience designer, and romantic matchmaker. Wanting to drive greater impact and build more accessible communities, she launched Quilt in 2017, a social marketplace that took root by empowering homeowners across the United States to host supportive community conversations in their homes. In 2020, Quilt quickly evolved into a mental health-focused social audio app that helped over one hundred thousand people get through the pandemic. She is a lifelong seeker dedicated to the practice of self-exploration with the help of wellness practitioners, healers, and therapists from all corners of the world. Her latest venture Liminal connects her professional expertise in matchmaking with her passion for healing. Offering bite-size coaching to discover one's self.https://ashleyjsumner.substack.com/@ashleyjsumner www.alexasilvaggio.com@alexasilvaggio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The way spirit moves through Peretz is phenomenal. He is a straight-up channel to the divine, and his alignment and attunement is something serious. Peretz is a mystic, and he breaks down what that means, how it pertains to him, and how he shows up in the world. We speak about intentionality in life, and how that can reduce feeling ungrounded or anxious. We talk about what the soul is and what its true purpose is. We discuss the high holy days that are here, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, and what they are really about (it's not about atonement fam). We dive deep into giving, what that can do, and how we nourish ourselves figuratively and literally. And of course, we talk about my beloved "grandmother", Ayahuasca, whom we have both sat with and been Altared by. There are so many gems to this episode, let's get right to it. If you haven't already done so, be sure to leave a 5-star review and a written review of this podcast, and if it feels authentic, share it with your soul family. We want this in as many ears as possible. Thanks all. Peace. @rabbiperetz@alexasilvaggio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rainier Wylde had me in tears within the first 4 minutes of this episode. His ability to teach and story tell is astounding so please be ready to be moved. We discuss the power of being with. With each other with ourselves through the myriad of sensations that life presents us. He breaks down what we really need, as opposed to what we think we want, and how to tell the difference. He guides us through processing anger and other "unsavory" sensations. He gives us so much in this episode, that I think it's time for me to stop blabbing and let you get to it. If you haven't already done so, be sure to leave us a 5-star review and a written review. This allows the episode to be seen and known by more people. And if you feel called, share it! Thanks for being here all, it's time to get Altared. Rainier is a highly sought-after mentor and consultant to authors, athletes, business professionals, coaches, healers, and ordinary radicals who want to see change in their world. His life and wisdom continue to inspire and ignite. He is known for his unique blend of spirituality and in-depth strategic coaching. People thrive under his compassionate and straightforward approach to living in reality as it is. He is the author of “As You Are: Meditations on Self & Other” and the co-host of LOVE LIKE HELL podcast. Together with his partner Kristi, they and their 4 children, live and play all over the world. You can find his daily essays on intimacy, creativity, and living a joy-filled and courageous existence @rainierwylde.@alexasilvaggio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Patrick Porter blew my mind. I don't think I've ever said wow so many times in my life. We discuss so many tangible tools and practices that we can use to shift a habit, to change our perspective, to Altar our minds. You don't want to miss this. If you like this episode, please leave a 5-star review and a written review and share share share it! We want more people with this information fam. Thanks for tuning in. Dr. Patrick K. Porter, PhD, is an award-winning author/speaker and the founder of BrainTap®, theleader in technology-enhanced meditation. Dr. Porter pioneered the use of brainwaveentrainment to improve clarity, sleep & energy, and remains at the forefront of scientific research.He founded BrainTap with the goal of making this technology accessible to everyone. BrainTapoffers over 1000 original audio sessions in 12 languages and serves a worldwide user base withits mobile app and headset. Dr. Porter has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, People,Entrepreneur, INC and on ABC, NBC, CBS as an expert in brain health & wellness, and in 2020,Dr. Porter received the IAFNR lifetime achievement award. Please visit www.braintap.com. @alexasilvaggio www.alexasilvaggio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An altar is a place we pause, and listen. We listen to ourselves, our own truth, and we listen to the insight of our teachers. Oh, but it doesn't have to be so serious, Alexa makes sure of that. Altared Podcast is the destination for conversations, inspiration, exhalation, expiration, all vibrations, and transformation: from the inside out. Tune in every week for meaningful connections, epic guests, and insights that with Altar you to your core.Be sure to subscribe to stay in the know, and wherever you listen be sure to leave us a 5-star review to help spread the word.@alexasilvaggio www.alexasilvaggio.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is not the norm. New age spirituality, look out, because Chloe Elgar is a truth-teller and a seer. She is the one who sees with her eyes closed. She is the one who sees in the dark. What you see is not what you get. Behind her big eyes, welcoming smile and open heart lives unmistakable wisdom, cut-throat truth and raw intensity. She will not just tell you what you want to hear. Her work is rooted in cultivating a different relationship with darkness and intuition.In today's episode we dive deep into:Our relationship with darkness and why we must embrace itOur intuition and how to access itOur connection to the spirit worldStillness and what can catch us when we arriveWhat happens when we numb our giftsIntegrating every aspect of ourselves and why it's non negotiableThe tapestry of Chloe's life weaves in different spiritual aspects of the East and the West, thanks to a unique childhood growing up in Malaysia. A fierce believer in magic and ally to Mother Earth, Chloe surrounds herself with the wisdom and teachings of nature and the ancestors. Working with Chloe invites you to walk in the dark and to stop hiding from life. She works with people on claiming and developing their intuitive skills and strengthening their voice and expressions. Chloe works closely with the runes, ancestors, magic, animals, and nordic wisdom.Chloe's book is out tomorrow! You can find it HERE www.channeledbychloe.com@channeledbychloeHave you left Savage Lifecast a review yet wherever you listen to this? I would so appreciate it if you would, because your review gets this into more listeners ears. If you dug this episode, consider sharing it with your friends, and be sure to tag me and let me know @alexasilvaggio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dianne Bondy and I met years ago at a photo shoot for Gaiam. Their focus was to portray different body types, and people of color, and show the world that yoga (asana) isn't just for skinny white women, but indeed, for every body. It was about time, and frankly we still have a long way to go. Dianne Bondy is, as she calls it, an interrupter, and man is she good at it. She has so much insight and so much wisdom, and is not afraid to speak her truth (satya). You don't want to miss this one. Let's get to it. We discuss:Body image in the media, and yoga spaceThe intersection of social justice and spirituality Why speaking your truth is so marvelously important How healing and accountability go hand in handWhy we need community now more than ever, and more...Dianne Bondy is the founder of the Yoga For All movement, a body image advocate, body positivity and social equity warrior and believes in self-care, self-love and self-acceptance as a practice. Dianne Bondy is a social justice activist, author, accessible yoga teacher, and the leader of the Yoga For All movement. Her inclusive approach to yoga empowers anyone to practice—regardless of their shape, size, ethnicity, or level of ability. Dianne is revolutionizing yoga by educating yoga instructors around the world on how to make their classes welcoming for all kinds of practitioners.Dianne is the author of the international best selling book, Yoga for Everyone (DK Publishing, Penguin Random House), co-author of Yoga Where Yoga Are (to be released in December 2020), and a frequent contributor to Yoga International, DoYou, Yoga Girl, and Omstars. She has been featured in publications such as The Guardian, Huffington Post, Cosmopolitan, and People.Dianne's commitment to increasing diversity in yoga has been recognized in her work with Pennington's, Gaiam, and the Yoga & Body Image Coalition, as well as in speaking engagements at Princeton, Duke, University of Buffalo and UC Berkeley on Yoga, Race, and Diversity. Her writing is published in Yoga and Body Image Volume 1, Yoga Renegades, and Yes Yoga Has Curves. You can find Dianne online at diannebondyyoga.com, yogaforalltraining.com and yogaforeveryone.tv. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey Savages, today is a solo episode that is a throwback to 2020. I hate that we have the tendency as a society to repeat old patterns so I'm hoping this one resonates and can keep us (myself included) aligned. I talk about self care, changing stories, community, communication, values and a few other pillars that I know I needed a refresher course on. Give it a listen and if you dug it, share it with you people! I would be so very grateful. Hey, have you left us a review wherever you listen to this? If not, I would so appreciate it if you did. You see, the more reviews the more people listen and that creates a more loving planet, so do you part baby, do you part and leave a review today! X Alexa @savage.practices@savageceremonieswww.savageceremonies.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Monica Loren is a magnificent. She is a relationship coach and healer, who helps you get back into your body so that you can live a life you love. In today's episode we go deep on...Embodiment Breathing Practices for Receiving Masculine and Feminine Polarity Healing Our Relationship to Sexuality & Sensuality Sex Magik Pleasure Practices And more.... Want to find Monica Loren? Follow her at @monicaloren, and visit her site HERE Want to find me? Follow me at @savage.practices and visit my site HEREA note from Monica Loren...I was born and raised in Los Angeles to Buddhist parents. This upbringing created a space for an open mind and heart from the beginning. I even took Kundalini yoga as my P.E. class in High School. Alternative thinking and the Healing Arts have been a normal part of my life from the start. I have always had a passion for deep transformation work and helping others connect to their heart and change their lives. I got into transformation and relationship coaching because I needed to take a deeper look at all the pain and trauma I experienced as a child. My father was a severe alcoholic who was either living on the streets or in a sober living home my entire childhood. This created deep wounding for me. I attracted all kinds of chaos and dysfunctional relationships because I believed I was not worthy of love. This was rooted in my father not showing up for me and being highly toxic.In 2008, I finally hit breaking point with all the chaos (I numbed myself with partying, alcohol and toxic codependent relationships) I was experiencing and went back to Kundalini Yoga. After having a profound emotion release experience in my Kundalini Yoga Training program, I knew there was a deep connection between pains, patterns, relationships and trauma/pain/emotions in the body. The day I graduated Kundalini Yoga, I enrolled in an Energy / Trauma Healing School and never looked back. I began my Transformation practice in 2009 and have been helping others heal their childhood pain and trauma ever since I'm no stranger to pain, suffering, depression, fear, and anxiety. I spent most of my life struggling with addictions, and my own journey of healing and transformation has been anything but smooth. But I can tell you, I know from my own experience that there is a greater opportunity in life. An opportunity to find a true, authentic, grounded state of peace and happiness that isn't dependent on success or failure or how many possessions we can acquire. Having gone through my own personal journey of healing and transformation, I find nothing more rewarding than to see people transform in front of my eyes, to watch years of conditioning, trauma, and pain melt away. I've found that we all do truly have a unique gift, a talent that serves and uplifts those around us.My own gift lies in an ability to be present and listen and feel each person in a way that allows the true being underneath all the stories to show itself. I am also a Certified Conversational Hypnotherapy Practitioner from the Sussex Hypnotherapy Center. I have studied from acclaimed coaching schools like Coaching Training Institute and The School of Coaching Mastery along with certifications in Relationship Coaching from Udemy. I have studied David Deida, John Wineland and metaphysics and eastern philosophy/health and wellness since my early youth. I have studied with Non-Dual (Advaita) teachers such as Francis Lucille and Wayne Liquorman. My influences are from the works of Byron Katie, Marianne Williamson, Abraham-Hicks and Eckhart Tolle to name a few. My work and passion in life is to be of service and to listen deeply to the needs of my clients. I come into each session with the purest intent to allow the most potent transmission to be channeled for each beautiful soul that is called to work with me. PS. You know what would be so dope? If you left us a 5 star review wherever you listen. Did you dig this episode? Oh good. Will you share it with your people?I would be over the moon with gratitude. X See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Samantha Skelly on Savage LifecastTake about Pause. Breathe. SavorDo you know Samantha Skelly? If not, you should because she is DIVINE. Her vision is to unite humanity again, facilitating human connection through the breath. She is certain breathwork will change the world, when we understand the brilliance we have within us, because then, we can finally stop searching for it.Through her Hungry For Happiness Certification Program & her Pause Breathwork Facilitator training, she is doing just that.We talk all things breathwork. All things soul purpose. All things self love. All things body love. And even touch a bit on plant medicine...You don't want to miss it!Check her out@pausebreathwork@samanthaskellyCheck me out@savage.practices@savageceremoniesIf you haven't already subscribed I would so appreciate if you did, and if you would be so kind to leave a review wherever you listen, that would be all the rage. Thank you so much, and I hope you enjoy the goods from some extremely gifted teachers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Creating a Life You Don't Need to Escape from with Dr. Adi JaffeToday's episode goes deep on...AddictionWhy abstinence isn't always the answerEating disorder recovery Relationships / MarriageInfidelity What we can do as addicts who want to recoverActionable steps we can take right nowand more... The opposite of addiction isn't sobriety. The opposite of addiction is connection. Today's episode is a doozy for anyone who has dealt with addiction themselves or like so many of us, know someone who is struggling. Adi Jaffe, Ph.D. is a #1 best-selling author (The Abstinence Myth) and a nationally recognized expert on mental health, addiction, relationships and shame. He lectured in the UCLA Psychology department for the better part of a decade and was the Executive-Director and Co-Founder of one of the most progressive mental health treatment facilities in the country - until he started IGNTD.Dr. Jaffe, through IGNTD, is changing the way people think about, and deal with mental health issues. His passion in the role of shame destroying lives is the philosophy behind IGNTD Recovery and its aim to greatly reduce the stigma of addiction and mental health. Dr. Jaffe attended UCLA, graduating with a B.A. in psychology. It was during his undergraduate career that Adi began struggling with drug issues himself, eventually leading to a 4 year hiatus from studies and into the Los Angeles drug-dealing world where he became quite successful. During that period of his life, Adi's days looked more like a re-enactment of a beatnik novel or a Quentin Tarantino film than the life of an upper-middle class suburban kid. Following a SWAT team arrest in his apartment, and extended court case and a year-long jail sentence, Adi began rebuilding his life. This eventually led to his attainment of a Ph.D. from UCLA's top-rated doctoral program in psychology, where he graduated with honors. Even before he graduated Dr. Jaffe's name had become known through his online and academic writing. His views on addiction and his research on the topic have been published in dozens of journals and online publications and he has appeared on numerous television shows and documentaries discussing current topics in addiction and the problem of addiction as a whole.Dr. Jaffe now writes a blog on Psychology Today, and several other online and print sources. His goal is to bring the latest knowledge about addiction to the people who could benefit from it most – those who are suffering because of it. His writing combines personal experience with a decade's worth of fine-detail research regarding the mechanisms involved in the addictive process. Dr. Jaffe has been featured in CNN, The Huffington Post, Bustle, Los Angeles Times, KTLA.CREDENTIALS AND EXPERIENCEDr. Adi Jaffe holds a Ph.D. in psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He teaches courses at UCLA that address addiction specifically, research statistics or biological psychology and behavioral neuroscience more generally. Well-known for his online and academic writing, Dr. Jaffe's views on addiction and his research on the topic have been published widely in both academic journals and popular magazines and websites. He has appeared on several television shows including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, The Doctors and Larry King Now and in numerous documentaries discussing current topics in addiction. He has also been the guest on notable podcasts including Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness, Almost Thirty, Dr. Drew, Cleaning Up the Mental Mess with Dr. Caroline Leaf and many more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Manifestation. Growth. Alignment. Empowerment. Abundance. All words we love right? But how do we do them? How do we integrate them? How do we bring them into our lives and businesses? Well, if you've ever asked yourself these questions, (I certainly have), today's episode is for you. Andrea Crowder is relentless about her belief that you get to have whatever the f*ck you want. (Wealth, freedom, personal power, deep relationships… a llama if you wanna.) The only thing standing in your way… is you.She teaches women to master their own mind, body & bank account so they create a life that feels good, on purpose. Because women who feel good, do good. Um yes. Andrea is also the founder and CEO of Freq Rituals, a luxury manifestation line that helps us change our belief system and frequency around financial abundance. We get into all of this and more in the episode, so let's dig in...Want to find Andrea Crowder? Duh. @love_andreacroder@freqrituals www.freqrituals.comHey Savage, have you left us a review yet, wherever you listen? If you did, I would so appreciate it, because that helps spread the good word. And if you know someone that could benefit from these teachings, go ahead and share that sh*t. Because I love you, here is 25% off your next order of Savage Chocolates. Go to www.savagelosangeles.com and use the code PAUSEBREATHESAVOR25 at checkout for your goodies. Stay SavageWant to find me? I'd dig it...@savage.practices@savageceremonieswww.savagelosangeles.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, we have the marvelous Mark Gober on the show. Mark is an international speaker and author of "An End to Upside Down Thinking" (2018), which was awarded the IPPY best science book of 2019. He is also the author of "An End to Upside Down Living" (2020) and host of the podcast Where Is My Mind? (2019). Additionally, he serves on the Board of the Institute of Noetic Sciences and the School of Wholeness and Enlightenment. Gober's background is in business as a Partner at Sherpa Technology Group in Silicon Valley and previously as an investment banking analyst in New York. He has also been named one of the world's 300 leading intellectual property strategists by IAM Magazine. Gober graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University, where was elected a captain of Princeton's Division I Tennis Team. In other words. Wow. We dig deep into everything from near death experiences, to what is consciousness, to ESP. You don't want to miss this one. @markgober_authorwww.markgober.com@savage.practiceswww.savagelosangeles.comHey, if you haven't already subscribed I would so appreciate if you did, and if you would be so kind to leave a review wherever you listen, that would be all the rage. I hope you enjoy the goods from some extremely gifted teachers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

No this episode isn't with a nutritionist, Becoming Nourished is about receiving and finally being taken care of. Yes with food, but so so so so so much more. Dr. Sam Rader brings so much wisdom to this episode, if you are a human, and want to level up this episode will give you some tangible tools to do just that.You see, Dr. Sam Rader is a licensed clinical psychologist who has created a new field called Source Code Psychology. Source Code shows us our primary coping styles, where they came from and when, and allows us to get to the root to heal them wholeheartedly. In this episode we dig deep into several coping styles (which without a doubt you have at least one of) and their antidote. Whoa, yes for real for real. Dr. Sam owns Source Code Psychotherapy Center in Los Angeles where she employs and trains a team of therapists. She also has a forthcoming book with Harper Wave publishers on the 12 Coping Styles we adopt during childhood, which helped us then, and hurt us now, and how we can heal. Dr. Sam also is offering a one day workshop called, Becoming Nourished on May 1st that you do not want to miss. You can find out more about Dr. Sam Rader below, but for now, let's get to the episode.https://www.drsamrader.com/https://www.drsamrader.com/becoming-nourished-level-i@drsamraderIf you haven't already left a review wherever you listen to this, please do us a solid and do that now... And if you loved this episode spread the word by sharing it far and wide. Thank you mucho, and stay Savage y'all. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Talking with Sarah Buino was a God Damn TREAT. A kindred spirit who has found so much purpose in guiding others to unlock their knowledge of self, and personal sense of growth. Her energy is uplifting, her wisdom is profound, and I know you want to get to this episode... So without further ado, let's get to it. Oh, have you left us a review yet? Wherever you listen to this podcast... It would sure help if you did. Let us know how you really feel there and help spread the word in the process. More about Sarah Buino: Sarah Buino, LCSW, RDDP, CADC, CDWF is a therapist, teacher, speaker and the founder of Head/Heart Therapy, Inc. She is a licensed clinical social worker, certified addictions counselor, NARM Therapist, and Certified Daring Way facilitator. She holds a masters degree from Loyola University in Chicago and specializes in shame, substance use disorders, and trauma. She has trained in a variety of therapy modalities including: NARM (neuro-affective relational model), sensorimotor psychotherapy, comprehensive energy psychology, psychodrama/experiential therapy, and shame-resilience. She uses each of these modalities as a framework to support resilience within her clients and create a space for self-knowledge and growth.Over the last decade, Sarah has gained experience in the social work field by supporting adolescents, adults, and families struggling with the difficulties of addiction. In 2014, Head/Heart Therapy was born and it quickly grew to be a successful well-respected group practice in Chicago.Sarah became part of Loyola University’s School of Social Work adjunct faculty in 2015 and Fordham University’s adjunct faculty in 2019. She is committed to supporting the newest generation of social workers to become passionate about and competent in working with substance use disorders.Sarah is also the host of a podcast called Conversations with a Wounded Healer, which examines the parallel path of healing self, while supporting our clients. She’s interviewed prominent guests such as Lissa Rankin, Dr. Laurence Heller, Hillary McBride, and Sera Beak.In 2019, Sarah was asked to host the podcast Transforming Trauma by The NARM Training Institute — a podcast about healing and thriving after trauma. She’s interviewed Dr. Gabor Maté, Dr. Richard Schwartz, and many other leaders in the field of trauma.In 2017, Sarah was honored by NASW’s Illinois Chapter by being recognized as an Emerging Leader. The Emerging Leader is an “early” career social worker who has demonstrated exemplary leadership, expertise, and dedication to the profession in the state of Illinois, whose contributions enhance practice knowledge and/or the capacity of the profession and the human service to obtain resources and influence. Other awards include the Humility Award (2014) from Sierra Tucson’s Gratitude for Giving event as well as the Rising Star Award (2018) from the Illinois Association of Addiction Professionals.Sarah has always valued authenticity as a critical component of whole-hearted living. Since hearing Dr. Brené Brown speak in the winter of 2009, she has been sharing the concepts of shame-resilience, authenticity, and vulnerability with her clients. She completed training with Brené Brown’s team in 2013 and is a Certified Daring Way facilitator (CDWF).Sarah is also knowledgeable about the benefits of various adjunct techniques for wellbeing, and is a certified Reiki Master. Reiki is a form of energy healing that encourages the release of oxytocin to reduce pain and increase the body’s ability to repair itself mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually.In her spare time, Sarah is a musician and sings in musical groups around the Chicagoland area. She’s passionate about being the best version of herself and commits to a daily meditation and spiritual practice. She also loves tattoos and changing her hair cut and color often.You can reach Sarah by email at sarah@headhearttherapy.com. @headhearttherapy See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, we have the marvelous Christine DeLozier on the show. She is a world class holistic nutritionist, a published author, and a guru on all things food and sex. Yes, she specializes in what we need to eat to enjoy our sexual pleasure... You don't want to miss it. We cover:1) What to eat on date night.2) How to increase pleasure through blood flow. 3)Foods that are bad for sex.4)How our diet effects out sex life. If you haven't already subscribed I would so appreciate if you did, and if you would be so kind to leave a review wherever you listen, that would be all the rage. I hope you enjoy the goods from some extremely gifted teachers. www.christinedelozier.com@dietforgreatsex@savage.practices www.savagelosangeles.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Oh. Em. Gee. I am over the moon to announce that the magnificent Melissa Ambrosini is on the show this week. If you don't know who Melissa is (perhaps you've been under a rock) she is a multiple time best selling author, a Ted-X speaker, a #1 podcast host, and a queen at teaching you how to master your inner critic.We have truth time on all things wellness, spirituality, and why comparison is one of the most dangerous thing we can do... Give it a listen now, and if you dig it, share it and consider leaving a 5 star review! @melissaambrosinicomparisonitis.com@savage.practicessavagelosangeles.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, we have my brother Scott Kaufman on the show. Scott is a wizard at helping his clients come to a place of self realization. If you are wanting to dive deep into your psyche, and understand the human condition with a bit more grace, this episode is for you... If you haven't already subscribed I would so appreciate if you did, and if you would be so kind to leave a review wherever you listen, that would be all the rage.I hope you enjoy the goods from some extremely gifted teachers. @the.bridge.la @savage.practices https://www.thebridge.la/www.savagelosangeles.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, we have the marvelous Elissa Goodman on the show. She is a world class holistic nutritionist, a cancer survivor, a published author, and an all around magnificent human.She gives us some tangible tips on how to feel good, starting NOW, and how to cultivate a more loving relationship not only to your body, but to yourself! Go ahead and give the episode a listen.If you haven't already subscribed I would so appreciate if you did, and if you would be so kind to leave a review wherever you listen, that would be all the rage. I hope you enjoy the goods from some extremely gifted teachers. @elissagoodman@savage.practices www.savagelosangeles.com use the code SAVAGEINPLACE for a special Savage Lifecast discount! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today is lit y'all. Named one of the “35 Under 35 in Wellness to Watch” by Wanderlust, Shannon Algeo is a celebrated speaker, writer, life coach, Yoga Nidra and meditation teacher. His popular podcast SoulFeed features interviews with iconic cultural and spiritual leaders like Deepak Chopra, Caroline Myss, Marianne Williamson, Danielle LaPorte, and many more. In his coaching practice, Algeo works with clients to heal old patterns of trauma so they can show up in the world with power, presence, and purpose.Shannon is known around the world for his gift of processing his own life experience into words that can be heard or read in service of greater learning, deeper resonance, and profound healing. Shannon was rated as one of the “nicest instructors in New York City” by RateYourBurn for his work as a yoga and meditation teacher, and he leads meditation programs for companies like the global non-profit (RED) founded by Bono and The Museum of Contemporary Art. In addition to giving presentations for Lululemon and the Wanderlust Festival, Algeo was a featured guest speaker at the United Nations “Yoga and the UN Culture of Peace” event. He is now pursuing an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute.www.trustyourtruthbook.com We talk about:How did you learn to listen to, and trust, your gut intuition?Why do we have to sometimes betray ourselves in order to find our truth?What happens when we are triggered and how do we come back to our center?What is sacred rage and what have you learned from your rage?How do we find our truth... What People are Saying: “Shannon Algeo inquires deeply into the questions that confront all of us now. Like a guide through a very dense forest, he paves a path and sheds light on where we need to walk. His hand is steady, his words encouraging, and the path he creates always moving in the direction of our spiritual truth.”—Marianne Williamson, author of A Return to Love and A Politics of Love“Honest, earnest, brave, and liberating, Shannon’s practices and illuminating narratives in Trust Your Truth will guide you home to yourself.”—Elena Brower, best-selling author of Practice You“Shannon is a gifted and authentic teacher. He bravely shares the truth of his life lessons and the practices that helped him find clarity, build resilience, and thrive. I highly recommend this book to anyone who seeks to live a fulfilling and abundant life that is aligned with purpose.”—Tracee Stanley, yoga teacher, and author of Radiant Rest and The Empowered Life Self- Inquiry Oracle Deck“Trust Your Truth is an intimate, well-organized, and thought-provoking spiritual road map that provides embodied tools for healing past trauma, and soulful insights that lead to greater self-confidence. Shannon Algeo’s relatable and honest storytelling sets the tone for personal inquiry, and his explanation of the body’s energy system (chakras)—and the questions and practices he offers for self-exploration—are intriguing and accessible. Trust Your Truth is a meaningful companion for anyone on the path toward healing, awakening, and purpose.”—Seane Corn, yoga teacher; cofounder of Off the Mat, Into the World; and author of Revolution of the Soul See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

My mom and I did this episode in May. She passed away November 27th. This was her journey. If you're going through a loss, if you are soon to leave this body, perhaps this episode can bring you communion. I don't know. But I do know that I love my mom very much, and feel privileged to have shared this conversation with her. Let me know if it serves, and share if you feel called. All my love, Alexa See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Are you resisting what is? I get it. It's a wild time, and resistance seems like the only way. It's not though, and I have some insight to share on what resistance is. On how to move through it. And on what is on the other side. If you're having a tough time in the NOW, give this episode a listen. I hope you dig it, and I hope you know I'm sending major good juju your way. PS. If you're down, pleas pleas please share this episode... and if you'd be so kind, won't you leave us a review wherever you listen? Much love Savages, X Alexa See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode though. Wow. Christy has an energy that is divinely contagious. She is a teachers teacher, the type that anyone and everyone could grasp something really juicy to sink their teeth into. She channeled (yes downloaded from the divine) her first book, Perfect Pictures which was a New York Times best seller, and had developed, honed, and is now a coach of the 7 Spiritual Laws, and Law of Attraction. We break those laws down in this episode, so you don't want to miss it. Let's dig in. A Note From Christy: BECOMING THE PERSON I AM TODAY HAS BEEN A JOURNEY OF LETTING GO…I’ve been known as the girl that “has it all” among my peers. A Multimillion dollar business, Two New York Times best-selling books, two great kids and to top it all off… a husband that I can honestly say I’m still in love after 12 years.But that was not always the case. Quite the opposite actually.I’ve had more than my share of “life” moments that brought me to my knees.I’ve always been a driven person, and while begin “driven” can help you get what you want, who teaches us to want the right things?What I wanted – was purpose. But I didn’t even know what purpose felt like.All I knew was that it didn’t feel like this.So I focused my attention on attracting the feelings of purpose. Keep in mind I had no idea about the law of attraction, I simply reasoned to myself that if I didn’t know what something was – I needed to focus my attention on it so IT could find me!It was during my book presentations that I began to be approached by people asking if they could stay in touch with and call upon me from time to time with questions. I was honored and for a time began taking calls (for free keep in mind) and began coaching people on the 7 Spiritual Laws and Law of Attraction.It was from these humble beginnings that my coaching practice began. I’m grateful for every person I’ve had the pleasure to work with and I continue to take on coaching clients to this day.Want to connect with Christy? https://www.christywhitman.com Want to connect with me? www.savagelosangeles.comOh and would you mind leaving us a 5 star review wherever you listen? And if you dig it... share it! Thanks so much for tuning in, and remember to do yourself a solid and stay Savage. X AS See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I hope you're ready for a little quality time. A little intimacy with me, my love. In this solo episode I talk about how we live in pattern, and how those patterns shape our lives. We don't see things as they are, we see things as we are. So do you like the lens through which you see the world, or are you down to shift it around? Let's explore... Hey, if you dig this episode would you mind sharing it, and leave a 5 star review wherever you listen? It would be so lit, so helpful, so lovely of you... because the more people who hear these goods, the better. Let's connect, @alexasilvaggio @savagelosangeles @bodylove.sanctuaryI'd love to get to know you there... PS. want a treat? Oh yeah baby. Head to www.savagelosangeles.com/shop and get 20% off your order using the code FIRSTTIMESAVAGE at checkout. I would dig it if you tried some of my creation, major major. Pause, breathe, and savor it all. X AS See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

My oh my, my girl Maya Stojan is a real life angel sent from heaven above. Her story is beautiful, and the way that she gifts it to us all is too. Love in a pandemic seems more like an oxymoron than anything else, but Maya has another story to share. Even though this glorious soul is so accomplished as an actress, in today's episode we focus mostly on her love life, on what her experience has been like cultivating a new partnership in a dark time, and her gratitude practice. She has so many gems to share with you all, and I feel so privileged to have had her on the show. If you're looking for love, this episode is for you. If you're a Maya fan like I am, this episode is for you. If you want to giggle and celebrate life, this episode is for you. So let's get going shall we? PS. leave us a 5 star review wherever you listen to this, and if you dug it... share it! Thank you so much all. More on Maya: Maya Stojan was born on the 28th of June 1986 and raised in Geneva, Switzerland, which makes her fully bilingual in both French and English. Her mother is Sri Lankan and her father Czech, which explains her exotic look.Maya moved to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career in 2008 after receiving a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts in Actor Training at the Hartt School of Theatre and Music in Connecticut.Shortly after Maya arrived in Los Angeles, she started booking roles in both independent and feature films and also in well-known TV shows.The Swiss actress seeks out and pursues every opportunity to further her career.In her free time, Maya loves to do Yoga, watch movies, hit golf balls at the driving range late at night, salsa dance and is a total foodie. She also practices Transcendental Meditation every day.Maya believes that through gratitude and hard work one can achieve all dreams! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Not only is Kate one of my dearest friends, but this little lady is an absolutely brilliant teacher, a total witch, and on a path that I think you'll enjoy hearing about in this uncertain time. Kate Bass, originally from Anchorage Alaska, now based in Los Angeles, performs extensively in America and abroad in many varying musical genres. She made her solo debut with the New York Philharmonic in Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center under the baton of Case Scaglione; she also appeared in the Emmy-nominated production of Carousel, televised on PBS’s “Live at Lincoln Center.” In recent years, she has sung numerous times at Carnegie Hall (Der Vampyr, The Messiah, Verdi’s Requiem, Elijah), as well as Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center (La Farsa Amarosa). Kate made her New York City Center principal debut as Josephine in H.M.S. Pinafore, a role she has taken to Wolf Trap Opera and the Colorado Symphony, and continues to tour nationally and internationally with the New York Gilbert and Sullivan Players. She recently appeared as Princess Ida in Princess Ida at the New York Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, and Off-Broadway at the Saint George Theatre in the world premiere of Trains the musical, as well as the Musical Guest for 24 Hour Plays at the Atlantic Theater Company.Equally at home in jazz music, Kate has performed in cabaret at the Metropolitan Room and (le) poisson rouge in New York, and at the Hotel Café in Los Angeles. She has recorded as a soloist for numerous film scores with music by Arturo Cardelús, David Stone Hamilton, and others; her voice was recently featured in the film “Pecado Original,” winning awards at both the Austin Film Festival and the Milan International Film Festival. Kate was also the soprano soloist for Iranian singer and setar player Hafez Nazeri’s Grammy-nominated SONY Worldwide release of “Untold” with the Rumi Symphony. Kate Bass is a composer and singer-songwriter; her debut album, “Maya,” was released in August 2012, and her first single aired on British radio in early September 2013. She released her new EP, “More”, in February 2016 and her May 2017 crowd-funded album, “Songs of the Open Road,” debuted Off-Broadway at the Triad Theater in New York City. She has performed her music live to sold out crowds across America, and has been hailed by the press as “easy to love,” “infectious,” and “one of the best vocalists on the scene today.” Kate maintains a full private voice studio based out of Pasadena, California; as well as coaching many young up-and-coming singer-songwriters and musical theater performers, she has taught as a Teaching Artist in Residence for the Metropolitan Opera Guild in New York City. She teaches master classes and workshops on voice, songwriting, and musical theater all over the world, from Classical Singer Conventions throughout the country to programs in Lebanon and Africa. She currently teaches on vocal faculty at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. www.katebassmusic.com@katebassmusicLike this episode? Share it! And please do leave us a 5 star review wherever you listen. It'll help it get in more ears, and that's what we want. Yes we do. Thank you so much for listening... and stay Savage. X See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lonely? On the dating struggle bus? Keep attracting the same type of partner? I got you baby. This episode is for you. Marni Battista is the founder of Dating with Dignity and The Institute for Living Courageously. Having been married for 17 years, divorced, and successfully dated again in today’s complex social environment, and now happily married, Marni understands what it feels like to be lonely and sick of wasting time going on dates and having relationships with unavailable men that go nowhere.Through her own journey to find love, Marni felt called to create a process to shorten the journey for other women suffering from the inability to create emotionally safe and fulfilling intimate relationships. She discovered, in fact, that creating this process was truly the mission of her soul and purpose.Her wisdom is so good, her energy is contagious, and you will receive so many gems from this one. Give it a listen, and be sure to share the episode with your friends, these goods were meant to be shared. PS. Have you given us a 5 star review on Itunes, or Spotify? Do us a solid and leave one will you? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kayla Brenda is an absolute legend, and queen. Her story and her wisdom should be spread far and wide, and the good news is, this episode is helping to make that happen. For real though, 'cause last I checked, we all have a body, and last I checked, we are biologically programmed to experience sensuality (or honey, we would have gone extinct long ago). So why do we (particularly as women) struggle so much to feel good wading in these parts of ourselves? Why do we struggle to love them? Oh that's right, because the patriarchy is real, because we listen to the messages we receive from external sources, believe them... and we have collective trauma that pulls us away from from who we really are. Ugh. If you're nodding your head with an inner knowing that feels like relief, give this episode a listen. And if you really want to set fire to your relationship to your body and your sensuality, get your cute booty over to The BODYLOVE Course ASAP. It's a 7 day, immersive experience that will change your damn life for the better. You'll hear more about it in this episode, or you can check it out for yourself HERE Also, if you dug this episode, please do share the goods, and consider leaving a 5 star review wherever you listen. Think of it as an act of service for your day... cause damn being of service sure does feel good. A bit more on Kayla: Originally from Colorado, Kayla Brenda began dancing professionally at the age of 18. Since, Kayla has traveled the world over performing for national and international super stars. A regular picture in primetime Hollywood spectaculars like The Academy Awards, The Grammy's, The VMAs, the AMA's, and BET Awards, Kayla has performed with an array of artists ranging from Jason Derulo, P!nk, Trey Songz, Pitbull, and Becky G, to Prince Royce, Tom Jones, and Helene Fischer. Kayla has also landed screen time in film and television, including appearances on ABC's The Middle, Disney's Girl Meets World, KC Undercover, Just Roll With it, and HBO's Big Little Lies. In addition to her performance career, Kayla is a sought after Heels instructor, and has shared her gifts of teaching worldwide. She is extremely passionate about sharing her love of dance and the art of tapping into one’s unique sensual expression through movement within her classes.Navigating a professional career in Los Angeles, and working over ten years in the entertainment industry has given Kayla a unique vantage point to how beauty and body standards are created, and has experienced the many effects of the world of "Hollywood" firsthand. To discover her own place in this demanding industry of standards, Kayla embarked on a personal journey to reclaim her own body, image, power and sensuality. From the revelations of this journey, Kayla created BODYLOVE with the intention of empowering women to reconnect back to the miracle that is their bodies, the unique essence that is their sensuality, and their inherent force within. BODYLOVE has become a community of warrior women that love themselves, and it is Kayla’s dream that it will inspire women worldwide to love themselves wholly, express themselves unapologetically, and show up to their lives knowing they are WORTHY. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey white people, this is for us. I don’t even know where to begin here, but what I will say is that LeoRising is the real deal, the real fucking deal. And what a tremendous gift that he carved out the time to talk about his teachings, his wisdom, and his human experience as a black man. These conversations aren’t easy, because they are unchartered. But Leo was empathic and patient, and amazing with me, and I’d like to think I stayed open, and did my part to listen.The bottom line is this, It is our job to dismantle white privilege. And we can not dismantle what we can not see. So our ability to understand, to hold space, and show up, let’s just say we need to do better. This episode is a doozy, and it is long, so you don’t need any more words from me, let’s get to the episode with LeoRising.

If someone told you a year ago that you’d get a couple months off, get to practice yoga, get to have that conversation you’ve been meaning to have, get to take care of your body.... most of us would have been like, “WHAT? That sounds amazing... I mean how could that happen? But... Yes please”. That is not to minimize the experience and the tragedy that has occurred, I know this time is difficult. It is for me too. But still, maybe the loss is a rerouting. Maybe this time is supposed to destroy some things and nurture others. .So are you doing it? Are you having that talk, are you bringing that forward? Are you looking at yourself and your patterns? I do my part to walk my own talk, so today i brought my mother on the podcast to ask some of the important questions.This episode is near and dear to my heart for obvious reasons. My mom’s journey has been just that, a wild beautiful and brutal journey. I am so excited for you to give it a listen, so let’s get to it, and if you have a moment, please do leave us a review on Itunes. It’ll help get this episode in other peoples ears, that, that’s a good thing.

When I say this interview was a pleasure, I can easily say that that is one of the biggest understatements I’ve made. John Garry and I went to University together, and from the very beginning our disco dancing, world traveling, musical theater loving, love for each other, was profound. Not only is he a legendary friend, but his writing is incendiary. His voice is clear, it’s entertaining, it’s funny, yet brilliant.This gem of a human has had to recreate himself time and time again. Every time a show closed, every time a writing project was completed, he had no choice but to pick himself up, and evolve. If you’re struggling right now to grow through this time, to get your feet on the ground, and to move forward with new ideas, this episode is for you. Let’s give it a listen.

I learned a TON talking with Callee Ackland. The time is now to be listening to her sustainability wisdom, and practicing many of the tools that she offers on Savage Lifecast. We discuss all things eco friendly. From things you can be doing at home, to items to bring in to help you on your earth loving journey. Oh, and she’s super cool, tremendously intelligent, and so so young. Astonishing.Callee Ackland is on a mission to arm you with the knowledge and tools you need to spark positive change in your community. Raised in poverty by a single mother with a mental illness, she fled her abusive childhood by joining the US Navy as a translator. There, she was confronted by the horrors of toxic masculinity, nationalism, and America’s greed for resources over human lives, so she requested & received an honorable discharge as a conscientious objector. In her quest to live in alignment with her core values, Callee started her first business at age 23 – Bestowed Essentials – a handmade line of eco-friendly beauty & home goods that are now stocked in over 150 stores around the US & Canada.In less than 3 years, Bestowed Essentials grew to become the largest soap manufacturing company in South Dakota. Callee hosts the popular Hippie Haven Podcast, a free weekly resource on sustainable living that reaches people in over 60 countries. She also travels the country in a self-converted campervan, hosting zero waste workshops, letter writing campaigns, trash cleanups, and speaking at events such as the World Holistic Expo, Des Moines VeganFest, and Madison VegFest. Most recently, Callee opened Hippie Haven, a zero waste store & community space in Rapid City.Want to connect to Callee? Of course @hippiehavenshop www.hippiehavenshop.comWant to connect with me? I would love it. @alexasilvaggio www.savagelosangeles.comPS. Want some good karma? Oh yeah baby. Leave us a 5 star review on itunes. This makes Savage Lifecast more accessible and helps spread the good word. Thanks y’all.

Kala Maxym (isn’t that an amazing name?) believes that #BeautyIsNotALuxury, but a requirement for our well-being. That’s her mission with Five Senses Tastings. Countering any tendencies towards complacency and apathy with intention and the energy of our five senses to encourage full engagement with ourselves and the world in which we live.She orchestrates purposeful and transformational sensory events that unite our five sense – touch, sight, sound, smell, and taste – in meaningful harmony using some of the most beautiful elements available to us:Music, food, and wine.Listen to her incredible depth and wisdom on all things sensations… Now more than ever is the time to savor.Want to savor beauty with us? Join Kala (Five Senses Tastings), and I (Savage Los Angeles) Sunday April 19th at 4pm PST for a live experience. Come to a virtual tasting that will make your senses come alive. We’d love to have you.Want to learn more about Kala and Five Senses Tastings? www.fivesensestastings.com @fivesensestastingsWant to learn more about me? www.savagelosangeles.com @alexasilvaggio @savagelosangeles

We are all in it together baby, so today I wanted to share some thoughts with you on this whole pandemic experience. Some perspective. Some love. Some who know? I guess you’ll have to listen! This solo episode invites you to ask yourself some of the important questions right about now. It is a time of self inquiry and I am here to help! Give it a listen and let me know what you think.Want to connect to me? I’d love it.www.savagelosangeles.com @savagelosangeles @alexasilvaggioPS. Savage listeners, right now at www.savagelosangeles.com we are giving you 20% off. Yep. For real for real. Why? Because now more than ever is the time to pause, breathe, and savor. Also, because we love you. Aaaaand because when you purchase your goods now, we will make a donation to MedShare. A non profit that provides medical supplies to hospitals in need. Good timing right? Give us a go. Use the code SAVAGESERVICE at checkout. x

Yo yo yo, you probably know by now that body love is where it’s at. It has certainly been my mess, so I love to chat on the topic. Last I checked we all have a body. It behooves us to cultivate a loving relationship to it, don’t you think? That’s why today’s guest is none other than the beautiful and brilliant, Erica Mather.Erica Mather is a lifelong teacher. Her life mission is to make a difference in the world, and, hopefully, in YOUR life.Erica’s taught thousands of people, beginning at age 17. She’s taught, and designed curriculum on:SailingWindsurfingJazz HistoryMusic TheoryCompositionClassical and Jazz Piano PerformanceIn recent years, her attention turned to teaching yoga, and the many threads that spin off from this central topic. Now Erica teaches on these interests:Forrest YogaYoga SequencingHands on AssistsManaging and Healing InjuryLife PlanningBody Image PositivityShe is all the rage, and has some brilliance to share with you around that body of yours and how to love it. Really, it’s true! She also has a new book coming out in April, “Your Body, Your Best Friends” which I absolutely encourage you to pick up/ pre order.Get down with her message, and let us know what you think.Want to connect with Erica? Of course… www.ericamather.com @erica_matherWant to connect with me? I’d love it! @alexasilvaggioPS. if you have a moment / want some good karma, leave us a review and share this episode with your peeps. It’ll help spread the good word. x

Savages, I am so stoked to have John Kim, aka the Angry Therapist on Savage Lifecast today. Homeboy drops wisdom like it’s hot, and his approach is absolutely authentic, fun, and actionable. We focus today on all things relationships. Particularly those pesky romantic ones ;). So if you are on the relationship struggle bus this one is without a doubt for you. And by the way, we all have our blind spots when it comes to partnership so check this out and let John help you thrive through it all.John Kim is a licensed therapist who pioneered the online life coaching movement eight years ago, after going through a divorce which led to him to working with teens struggling with addiction in nonprofit. There he discovered a passion to create a dialogue about men after learning that the common thread was no one had a dad - we live a fatherless nation. He started a blog called The Angry Therapist and quickly built a devoted following of fans who loved the frank and authentic insights that he freely shared on social media. He pulled the curtain back and showed himself by practicing transparency and sharing his story, something therapists are taught NOT to do. Kim became known as an unconventional therapist who worked outside the box by seeing clients at coffee shops, on hikes, and in gyms. He quickly built a coaching team of his own and launched a sister company called JRNI, creating a new way to help people help people. He is now changing the way we change by sending daily texts to help people with their lives.

Stevie, what a joy to interview her. Wow. Stevie is an incredible, and soul driven life coach based out Los Angeles. She helps her clients love their life, their body, and themselves, and has been at it since 2016. She is super jazzed to be enabling others to deal with their anxiety, appreciate their body, and cultivate a meaningful life. She’s my kind of gal, if you couldn’t already tell.If you want in on the magic, give this episode a listen. It will change your game, and offer you actionable tools that you can use on this journey called life. Let’s go!Want to connect to Stevie? Duh. www.steviewright.co @stevielwright_Want to connect to me? I’d love it. www.alexasilvaggio.com @alexasilvaggioAlso… Want some major good karma? Leave us a review wherever you listen to this thang. Let us know what you think, and if you’re down, please spread the word.

We teach what we need to learn, and receiving is some no joke arduous warrior shit for me. Sounds oxymoronic right? Well, it’s true, for many of us it’s super duper hard. In this solo episode I share my experience in learning to receive, why it’s so important, and how you can practice it too. If you’re on the receiving struggle bus like me, listen to this episode and leave me a review on itunes. If you dug it, share it with your friends… that would certainly be a big receive for me. Let’s GO.xo SavagePS. let’s connect www.alexasilvaggio.com www.savagelosangeles.com @alexasilvaggio @savagelosangeles