Modern Sacred Circle

In this special episode, Gigi explains why she's homeschooling her young children during the COVID-19 school closures and how she's making it fun and creative for the whole family. She shares 5 tips for getting started and covers the 9 categories of education. Plus she offers 50+ ideas for fun and simple activities to do with your young children. To read the blog post of this episode, visit:  http://gigiyogini.com/homeschooling/ 

How do you adorn yourself? How do you express yourself? In this episode, Gigi talks to reiki healer, Felicia Burkley (@goddess.adorned) about energetic healing, identity, and cultural expression.

What is your daily practice? In this episode, Gigi talks to longtime friend, Tonya Graham (Lady T), about kundalini yoga and the daily practice of sadhana.

How do you express self love? In this episode, Gigi talks to Char Chapin about body positivity being a gateway to empowerment and shows how fun a speed round circle can be.

How do you make new friends? In this episode, Gigi talks to Angie Rutan about conscious community building and the modern sacred circle deck of cards.

Who holds you accountable? In this episode, Gigi Yogini talks to one of her greatest collaborators and accountability partners, Briana Anderson, a Pleasure Coach in Asheville, North Carolina. These ladies talk about how their friendship sustained a cross country move and how motherhood made them better collaborators! Together, they've been working on the Modern Sacred Circle workbook, deck of cards, conference calls, and forthcoming Asheville retreat. 

In this super special episode of the Modern Sacred Circle Podcast, Gigi Yogini is joined by two powerful Goddesses, Marti Nikko and Glitter Glam, plus the men who love them, DJ Drez and Mark Cavener. Gigi talks to Marti and Drez about how they have created such a beautiful collaborative relationship, including two decades of music, world tours, and a home life two children. Gigi also talks to Mark and Glitter about balancing big personalities and fun outfits while finding purpose in life and love.

In this episode of the Modern Sacred Circle Podcast, Gigi Yogini is joined by two super strong mamas, Gina Meyers and Brittany Hatcher. These women discuss the archetypes of the Goddess including Mother, Lover, Warrior, Priestess, and Queen, and how different archetypes show up at different times. For instance, when Gina teaches a class at SoulCycle while lactating, or when Brittany simultaneously cares for her newborn daughter and her 3.5 year old son with Cancer.

How do you create sacred space? In this episode of the Modern Sacred Circle Podcast, Gigi Yogini is joined by two yoga teachers and spiritual leaders, Beth Prandini and Mary Haberski. These three women discuss how yoga has the power to heal, why circle is sacred, why yoga and circle are used in the recovery process, and how you can make any moment or gathering sacred with your breath and intention.

Although Season 1 is complete, stay subscribed to this podcast because a whole new Season 2 is about to drop. In the meantime, rate & review us. Contact Gigi at ModernSacredCircle@gmail.com with questions or comments. We're open to suggestions for new guests and unique topics. Also subscribe to Gigi Yogini's YouTube channel because videos of each of these episodes will become available for your viewing pleasure. If you host a circle, or buy your Modern Sacred Circle deck of cars, remember to take a photo, post, and use the hashtag #ModernSacred Circle.

What are the different ways you display your strength? In this Season 1 Finale of the Modern Sacred Circle podcast, Gigi Yogini is joined by two awesomely inspiring women, Dr. Lindsey Mathews and Emily Russak of BIRTHFIT and Deuce Gym Venice. Both of these women were a big part of Gigi's pregnancy and postpartum healing experience. Together they discuss the topic of physical, mental, and community strength.

What is one thing you can do to support yourself this week? In this episode of the Modern Sacred Circle, join Gigi as she discusses the topic of support with two doulas, Lisel Lewis and Priya Campbell. Together they explore the origins of the word "doula," the beauty of Mother Nature, and all the ways we can support ourselves and each other.

What do healthy relationships look and feel like to you? In this episode of the Modern Sacred Circle with Gigi Yogini, she explores the topic of relationship with yoga teacher and doula, Keya Nkonoki, and women's coach and healer, Gwen Dittmar. These three entrepreneurial moms discuss why working with women is so magical, the power and beauty of duality, and what it takes to maintain balance in healthy relationships.

What are all the ways in which you express your creativity? In this episode of the Modern Sacred Circle Podcast, Gigi is in a "Nicole Sandwich" with her guests, literary agent, Nicole Tourtelot, and serial connector, Nicole Poveromo (aka Glitter Glam). Together these women discuss the unique dynamics of gathering in circle and explore the titillating topic of creativity.

What change would you like to make in your life right now? In this latest episode of the Modern Sacred Circle Podcast, Gigi explores the topic of Change with two other circle leaders, Laura Greenberg and Hailey Biscow. Together they discuss the value of emotion, the elements of conscious communication, and how we can acknowledge and guide change in our lives.

What nourishes your soul? In this uplifting and inspiring episode of the Modern Sacred Circle Podcast, Gigi explores the topic of Nourishment with actress/activist, Johanna Watts, and health food blogger, Emma D'Alessandro. Together they discuss the ABC's of circle, why advice giving isn't always the best decision, and share lots of ways we can nourish our souls.

Where are the opportunities in your challenges? In this first episode of the Modern Sacred Circle Podcast, Gigi Yogini is joined by two of her friends and collaborators, yoga teacher and surfer, Mary Haberski, and postpartum doula and early childhood specialist, Raffi Dobles. Together these women discuss the purpose of the podcast, review the agreements of hosting a sacred circle, and answer circle questions about fear, opportunity, and gratitude without interruption.