The Ghee Spot: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care

Today's episode is for all the witchy, woo woo, weirdos out there who are feeling rejected, left out or misunderstood. You're not alone! Here at The Shakti School, we're regularly asked the question, “How do you deal with feeling like an outsider? People don't understand me!” Tune in for Katie's heartfelt advice about what to do when you're feeling rejected and how to cultivate an unshakable sense of belonging! Want to be a part of a community of like-minded souls? You're invited to join our Spirit Sessions membership! Click here to learn more. In this episode about feeling rejected, you'll hear: ~ What to do when you're feeling rejected ~ Why you shouldn't be your mom's guru ~ Why is belonging so important to us? ~ Unconditional self-acceptance ~ How to develop a sense of belonging ~ Opening your heart to feeling rejected ~ Practical ways to share Ayurveda with friends and family ~ How to talk to people who don't “get” you ~ Why it's okay to be different ~ Sign up for our free Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course! Other resources related to this episode: ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School ~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas! ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

According to yogic philosophy, food is an important spiritual teacher, yet many of us are caught in an exhausting cycle of overindulgence and restriction. In today's episode, Katie shares weight-balancing tips and Ayurvedic practices to empower you and set you free from feeling shame and guilt around food. Whether you want to lose a few pounds or not, this important talk is for everyone who's ready to improve their relationship with food! If you'd like to learn from Katie LIVE every month we invite you to join our Spirit Sessions membership! Click here to learn more. In this episode about weight balancing, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to our free Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda for Women mini-course! ~ Katie's top Ayurvedic practices for weight balancing ~ How your relationship with food mirrors your relationship with the divine ~ The mother root of Ayurvedic healthcare ~ An Ayurvedic perspective of metabolism ~ The relationship between agni, ama and ojas ~ Tips to balance your metabolism ~ Seasonal cleansing for weight balancing ~ Mindful eating practices ~ Why how you eat is more important than what you eat ~ The best time of day to eat carbs ~ The first burp ~ Katie's favorite herb for weight balancing Other resources related to this episode: ~ Our favorite triphala from Paavani! Use the discount code SpiritSessions for 10% off your order at paavaniayurveda.com. ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School ~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas! ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Scientists have linked many of today's most common health issues, from digestive problems to chronic back pain, to stress and nervous system dysregulation. In this episode, Katie shares how our nervous system functions, what happens when it gets stuck in a stress state, and how we can begin to regulate our nervous systems and release years of stress! Want the movement practice that accompanies today's episode? Join our Spirit Sessions membership to access our archives and attend LIVE monthly workshops with Katie! Click here to learn more. In this episode about the nervous system, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda for Women! ~ What is prana? ~ What is your body's valve system? ~ Functions of the nervous system ~ Ayurvedic and Tantric perspectives of the nervous system ~ How past experiences distort your perception of reality ~ What are the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems? ~ The root of many digestive issues ~ What happens to our body under stress? ~ The gift of pain ~ Signs that your nervous system is dysregulated ~ Movement practices to regulate your nervous system ~ The Vedic concept of Yantra Other resources related to this episode: ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School ~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas! ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Here at The Shakti School we meditate a bit differently. In this episode, Katie shares seven important steps to establishing a feminine-form meditation practice that honors your unique, embodied experience and spirit. Whether you're brand new to meditation or have an established meditation practice, learn how to take your practice to the next level. Listen till the end to hear a guided meditation for anxiety! Want to meditate LIVE with Katie every month? Click here to learn more about our Spirit Sessions membership. In this episode about deepening your meditation practice, you'll hear: ~ Get our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda for Women! ~ What is feminine form meditation? ~ Why your mind is not the enemy ~ 7 steps to establishing a meditation practice ~ The benefits of meditation ~ Effects of meditation on the brain ~ Science-backed ways to rewire your brain ~ Why so many of us lack meaning and connection in our lives ~ The ancient concept of Laya Yoga ~ A guided Laya Yoga meditation ~ Anxiety is not a feeling ~ When you should NOT meditate ~ The ancient breathing technique of Sama Vritti ~ A guided meditation practice for anxiety Other resources related to this episode: ~ Learn more about our Ayurveda School ~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas! ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Do you want to create more healthy relationships with your partner, family, co-workers and friends? In today's episode, Katie shares a powerful framework for understanding your patterns in relationships, the Drama Triangle. It's time to shine a light on the unconscious patterns that are sabotaging your relationships so you can get out of the Drama Triangle! Ayurveda School is in session! Click here to learn more and start studying Ayurveda today! In this episode about the Drama Triangle, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to study with us in Ayurveda School! ~ What is the Drama Triangle? ~ Psychiatrist Stephen Karpman ~ Are there really so many narcissists? ~ The danger of labeling and “othering” people ~ Dissolving the labels you've given yourself ~ Characteristics of our inner victim, perpetrator and rescuer ~ Carl Jung's theory of projection ~ How to identify when you're projecting ~ The Vedic concept of Samsara ~ How to recognise when you're playing the victim, perpetrator or rescuer in your relationship ~ Examples of common dysfunctional relationship patterns ~ How to break free from the Drama Triangle ~ The Jungian concept of self-integration ~ How to develop more mature, healthy relationships ~ Awareness as a digestive enzyme ~ Taking radical responsibility for our feelings ~ Get our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda for Women! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas! ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas! ~ Sign up for our newsletter on our website ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Today Katie is joined by Buddhist journalist and New York Times bestseller, Katy Butler. Her books examine how our culture has over-medicalized death and lost touch with its sacredness. In this episode, Katy and Katie candidly discuss the topics others often avoid including food addictions, death and finding your voice in the bedroom! If you're ready to deepen your spiritual practice we invite you to join the 2025 class of our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School. Doors close soon, so click here to learn more and enroll today! CW: Abuse against women and childhood abuse are mentioned in this episode which may be triggering for some listeners. In this episode with Katy Butler, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to our Feminine-Form Ayurveda School! ~ How Katy overcame her food addiction ~ How to start shedding shame ~ Katy Butlers's experiences studying with Thich Nhat Hanh ~ The importance of telling your story ~ How Katy Butler found her journalistic voice ~ The five Buddhist remembrances ~ Lessons learned from watching a loved one die ~ What is a good death? ~ The Ars Moriendi (The Art of Dying) ~ Bringing homegrown ritual into your life and death ~ Finding your voice in the bedroom ~ How Katy keeps her relationship steamy in her 70s ~ Get our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Learn more about our Ayurveda School ~ Connect with Katy Butler on her website and Facebook ~ Katy's first book, Knocking on Heaven's Door ~ Katy's latest book, The Art of Dying Well ~ Read Katy Butler's article in Tricycle: The Buddhist Review, Not Empty, Not Full ~ The Hite Report: A National Study of Female Sexuality ~ Our Spirit Sessions Membership ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook

Today on the podcast Katie is joined by dear friend and founder of Uplifted Yoga, Brett Larkin! This episode is a total lovefest as Brett and Katie share why tapping into our feminine energy is so difficult for many of us. Tune in to learn practical ways to amplify your feminine energy so you can experience more pleasure, increase your productivity and move through life with more ease! Want to spend a full year working deeply with your feminine energy? The 2025 class of our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School has begun! Click here to learn more and start studying today! In this episode about feminine energy, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to study with us in Ayurveda School! ~ What is feminine energy? ~ Brett Larkin's favorite life mantra ~ The first ‘rule' of working with feminine energy ~ Double goddess power ~ Why the feminine doesn't like to be defined ~ The feminine form of Guru ~ How the science of Ayurveda helps us navigate our inner duality ~ Working with the energetic currents of manifestation and liberation ~ A forgotten key to increasing your productivity ~ Creating different textures of energy ~ Practical ways to honor the feminine in your daily life and work ~ Yoga as a trauma release methodology ~ The Ayurvedic concept of Bhuta Shuddhi ~ Get our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Learn more about our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School ~ Follow Brett Larkin on Instagram ~ Listen to Brett's podcast, The Uplifted Yoga Podcast ~ Get Brett's free Somatic Yoga Workshop ~ Brett's latest book, Yoga Life ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

We all put up walls and armor ourselves when we get hurt. This armor is often necessary to get through the day and show up for our work. However, sometimes the strategies we use to cover up our wounds hold us back in life. In today's episode, Katie and Cat share why the wound is the way to true health and self-growth. Learn how to begin releasing your armor to uncover your true self! Ayurveda School is now in session! Start studying Ayurveda today with immediate access to our first three classes. Click here to learn more and register! This session was hosted by a dear friend of The Shakti School, Cat Pinfold, and was originally released on her podcast, The Spark Inside. In this episode about the wound is the way, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to study with us in Ayurveda School! ~ The unconscious, destructive ways we cover up our wounds ~ Wallowing in discomfort vs. building walls ~ How to identify the ways you armor yourself ~ Finding a place of non-judgment ~ The important role of the ego ~ Ways to balance the ego ~ Why the wound is the way to spiritual growth ~ Opening to pain without being consumed by it ~ Ayurvedic and Tantric practices to shed your armor ~ How to become more you ~ Get our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Follow Cat on Instagram ~ Learn more about our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

What is reparenting and how can you begin this inner work? According to Ayurveda, we are all dualistic creatures who have both feminine and masculine energies within us. Unfortunately, most of us have inherited unhelpful, immature parental archetypes. In this episode, Katie shares what the immature and mature forms of the inner mother and inner father look like in each of us and how they affect our relationships. Then she leads you through a grounding guided meditation so you can start maturing your inner voice and reparenting yourself today! Ayurveda School is now in session! You can start today and get immediate access to our first two classes. Click here to learn more and register! Today's podcast is a recording from a session hosted by a dear friend of The Shakti School, Cynthia Amaro. In this episode about reparenting, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to join us in Ayurveda School today! ~ Why most of us need inner reparenting ~ How to balance your feminine and masculine energies ~ Signs that you have an immature inner father or mother ~ Do I need to be in my masculine to get stuff done? ~ How reparenting can improve your relationships ~ Rewiring the templates of father and mother we develop in childhood ~ Overcoming perfectionism, addiction, and overindulgence ~ Katie's #1 Ayurvedic lifestyle practice ~ What is feminine-form meditation? ~ A guided meditation to start reparenting yourself ~ Get our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Follow Cynthia on Instagram ~ Learn more about our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

In most nature-based cultures and spiritual traditions, January is a time for deep internal reflection, not New Year's celebrations. Winter magic is about opening our hearts to an important truth that we often avoid, the truth that everything we love, including our own bodies, will one day be lost. In today's solocast, Katie shares how to move through your fear of loss, open to winter magic and live your life with dignity. We invite you, dear listener, to join us for a year of deep inner work. Our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School kicked off this week, but there's still time to enroll! Click here to learn more and register! In this episode about winter magic, death and dignity, you'll hear: ~ Enroll in our Ayurveda School today! ~ Why Katie is thinking a lot about death ~ The energetics of winter magic ~ Buddha's invitation to his students ~ How to cultivate dignity ~ Accepting what we can and cannot control ~ Opening to fear and sadness ~ Soul lies and soul truths ~ Consequences of not following our intuition ~ The true source of self-worth and self-esteem ~ Why we often abandon ourselves ~ How to stand in your power in relationships ~ Katie's favorite poem: Wild Geese by Mary Oliver ~ Get our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda for Women! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Email us at info@theshaktischool.com ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Here at The Shakti School we practice and teach Ayurveda a bit differently than other schools. Today on the pod, Kaite shares why it's so important to balance the feminine and masculine approach when studying Ayurveda for women. Learn how feminine-form Ayurveda can help you unravel years of cultural conditioning, reclaim your feminine energy and rediscover how unique, beautiful and worthy you are! Our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School kicks off in just 5 days! Click here to learn more and enroll now! In this episode about Ayurveda for women, you'll hear: ~ Enroll in our Ayurvedic Wellness Coach Certification Program before January 15th! ~ Download our free Feminine-Form Ayurveda Practices E-Book here! ~ What is feminine-form Ayurveda for women? ~ The importance of adapting Ayurvedic teachings to the time, people and place ~ The Ayurvedic definition of health ~ Your true essence according to Ayurveda ~ The thing that's missing from most Ayurveda education ~ The source of most people's suffering ~ Building self-love through Ayurvedic practices ~ How to start shadow work ~ What is self-abandonment? ~ The five elements of nature ~ Emotions are associated with each element ~ What's your dosha? ~ The shadow side of each dosha ~ Awakening the life-affirming aspects of your dosha to fulfill your destiny ~ Check out our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda for Women! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Click here to book a free call with one of our coaches and see if Ayurveda School is right for you! ~ Email us: info@theshaktischool.com ~ Katie's teachers Cristal Mortensen and Tara Brach ~ Poem by Jeff Foster, The Inner Mother ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Today's episode is a sneak peek into the spiritual business training included in The Shakti School's premier Ayurveda Wellness Coach certification course! So many of us, regardless of our economic background, experience shame and hang-ups around money that hold us back from financial abundance. Tune in to hear Katie share the inner work that helped her go from a broke yoga teacher to an abundant spiritual business owner! Our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School starts in just 12 days! Click here to learn more and register before it's too late! In this episode about money and spiritual business, you'll hear: ~ Time is running out to enroll in our Ayurvedic Wellness Coach Certification Program! ~ Why you may be self-sabotaging in your finances ~ Letting go of shame around money ~ The Tantric concept of Spanda ~ Why you're worthy of owning a successful spiritual business ~ The primary reason people will (or won't) want to work with you ~ The Vedic concept of Adhikara ~ How to share Ayurveda in a way others can understand ~ Common fears that prevent women from starting a spiritual business ~ What is certification-itus? ~ Check out our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School here! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/  

Today's podcast guest is long overdue! Katie is joined by Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, Pancha Karma Specialist and certified yoga teacher, Laurel Odom. Laurel is a supervising practitioner at The Shakti School and facilitates our unique women's circle-style Office Hours. In this episode, Laurel and Katie share their perspectives on the Divine Feminine, why living the perfect Ayurvedic lifestyle won't solve all your problems, at home Pancha Karma and the importance of cultivating sisterhood! Study Ayurveda with Laurel and Katie in our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School starting on January 15, 2025! To learn more and register before it's too late, click here! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Time is running out to enroll in our Ayurvedic Wellness Coach Certification Training! ~ Laurel's journey to becoming an Ayurvedic Specialist ~ The Shakti School's favorite mudra ~ Balancing Ayurvedic guidelines and your intuition ~ Why you are your own best healer ~ The importance of ‘sororitas' aka sisterhood ~ Honoring the phases of womanhood ~ Sensuality as a gateway to spirituality ~ What is Pancha Karma? ~ At home Pancha Karma ~ Loving family members with different political views ~ Laurel's most important piece of wisdom for your healing path ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Connect with Laurel on her website ~ Not Your Mama's Health Class: Feminine Embodiment & Sexual Education for Teens & their Caregivers ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School here! ~ PAAVANI Ayurveda - Use the discount code SpiritSessions for 10% off your order ~ Feeding Your Demons by Tsultrim Allione ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Calling all perfectionists! Do you want to drop the self-judgment and experience more joy and freedom around food? In today's episode, Katie is joined by Shakti School teacher, chef, and author of Food Ritual, Meredith Klein. They share how to approach your Ayurvedic lifestyle with gentleness instead of judgment, and why it's so important to adapt traditional Ayurvedic guidelines to your specific time, place and culture. Study Ayurvedic nutrition and so much more with Meredith and Katie in our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School! Click here to learn more and register before classes start on January 15, 2025. In this interview with Meredith Klein, you'll hear: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Time is running out to secure your spot in our upcoming Ayurvedic Wellness Coach certification program! ~ Do I have to eat Indian food to be Ayurvedic? ~ Is it okay to eat leftovers? ~ How to make Ayurveda more approachable ~ The importance of bhavata when cooking ~ Meredith Klein's food and cooking philosophy ~ Using the gunas as guides for cooking ~ Advice for those learning how to cook for themselves ~ Cultivating curiosity in the kitchen ~ A simple pre-cooking ritual to center yourself ~ Book a free call to learn more about Ayurveda School! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Connect with Meredith Klein on her website, pranaful.com, and Instagram ~ Learn more about our Ayurveda School here! ~ Cooking app by the New York Times ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

In today's solocast, Katie reflects on 200 episodes of the Spirit Sessions Podcast! She shares the most powerful life lessons she's learned as a lifetime student of Tantra, Ayurveda, energy and all things spirituality. Tune in to learn about the Healing Climate, body-based magic and the importance of making time for ritual and ceremony in our lives. Want to spend a whole year diving deeper into the themes Katie explores on the podcast? Our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School kicks off in just four weeks on January 15, 2025. Click here to learn more and register! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Time is running out to secure your spot in the upcoming Level 1 Ayurveda Program ~ Why you're inherently worthy of love ~ What is the healing climate? ~ Accessing the divine mother and the divine father ~ Mamsa dhatu AKA the tissue of youth ~ Prana as the foundation of life ~ Life lessons from the tantric path ~ Grounding your spiritual practices in the material world ~ The path of the yogi vs the lover ~ Life lessons about true self-love ~ Book a free call with one of our coaches to learn more about Ayurveda School! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Learn more about our Ayurvedic Wellness Coach certification course! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy! Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/  

If you're a spiritual gal navigating the wild world of modern dating or you want to improve the health of your current relationship, don't miss this episode! Last week we asked you, dear listener, to send us your questions about dating and relationships. This week, Katie and Ayurvedic Practitioner, Angelica Neri, answer your questions! They vulnerably share lessons they've learned and advice to help you develop healthy, conscious relationships. Want to learn more about how to stay grounded in a sea of complicated human relationships? Register for our FREE Liberating Yourself from Family Archetypes webinar! Click here to join us live on December 13th or receive the replay! This episode will also be airing on The Divine Feminine Healer's Podcast. In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ What is a conscious relationship? ~ Are women more conscious and spiritual than men? ~ What if my partner isn't spiritual? ~ The discord between our primal brains and dating apps ~ Why many people marry their “unfinished business” ~ The missing divine connection in most romantic relationships ~ Maintaining your sense of self in relationships ~ The matured inner masculine and inner feminine ~ How the chakras influence our romantic life ~ Signs you are (or aren't) in a conscious relationship ~ Click here to learn more about our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Find Angelica's reiki certification program and other offerings on her website ~ Follow Angelica on Instagram ~ Angelica interviewing Katie on The Divine Feminine Healer's Podcast ~ Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus by John Gray ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy! Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

You've done the inner work and matured spiritually, yet as soon as your family gathers for the holidays you feel like a little kid again and revert to the same old, dysfunctional family dynamics! Just in time for Thanksgiving, Katie shares how family archetypes affect our relationships and how you can start creating healthier family dynamics this holiday season. Learn how to approach your next family gathering with the mind of a yogini so you can unravel generational karma and have more compassion toward yourself and others. Want to dive even deeper into family archetypes? You're invited to join Katie LIVE on Friday, December 13th for our FREE Liberating Yourself from Family Archetypes webinar! Click here to register. Everyone registered will also receive the recording! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Click here to learn more about our Ayurveda School ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ What is an archetype? ~ The Ayurvedic and Jungian perspectives of family archetypes ~ How to approach your family like a yogini ~ Family frameworks as coping mechanisms ~ The ego's role in family archetypes ~ How to identify the role you play in your family ~ Common family archetypes including the Caretaker, Whipping Boy, Black Sheep, Hero and Clown ~ Shifting out of the victim mindset ~ Why understanding creates compassion ~ Book a free call with one of our coaches to learn more about Ayurveda School! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ See our viral Maria Carey post here on our Instagram ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Click here for the full show notes!

The goddess archetypes of Aphrodite and Athena, sensuality and warfare, are within us all. In today's episode, Katie shares the light and shadow sides of these goddesses to help you liberate yourself from some of the most painful patterns in your life. Learn how to start healing your lineage from past relationship karma that can hold you back from fully loving and being loved. This episode is a sneak peek inside our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School! Click here to learn more and enroll in our 2025 class starting on January 15, 2025! Want to see the images of Aphrodite and Athena that Katie references in this episode? Check out the links below or watch the video version here on YouTube. In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Study the goddesses with Katie in Ayurveda School ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ The multi-faceted roles of women throughout history ~ Women as the keepers of warfare ~ Freeing ourselves from shame ~ What is an archetype? ~ Archetypal forces influencing your life ~ Aphrodite and other female archetypes present in us all ~ The Vedic concept of Brahmacharya ~ Using your energy wisely ~ The ancient concepts of Graha and Jyotish ~ Honoring your sensuality and anger ~ Marilyn Monroe and the goddess Venus ~ Dolly Parton and the goddess Aphrodite ~ The parallels between Aphrodite and Lakshmi, Durga and Athena ~ Book a free call with one of our coaches to learn more about Ayurveda School!  Other resources mentioned in this episode:  ~ Birth of Venus - Painting by Botticelli ~ Athena - Artwork by Anita Chaudhary ~ The work of Joseph Cambell ~ Barbara Walters interviewing Maralyn Monroe ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy, is available now! Get the full show notes here: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Inspired by the scrunchy, silky and crunchy mom TikTok trends, Katie describes the three types of students we have at The Shakti School. A truly powerful woman knows who she is and has explored her light, her dark and everything in between. Tune in to get to know yourself on a deeper level! Then send Katie a message on Instagram or Facebook to let her know if you're a scrunchy, silky or crunchy woman! Join us for a year of deep inner work in our Feminie-Form Ayurveda School! Click here to learn more and enroll in our 2025 class! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Wondering if Ayurveda School is right for you? Book a free call with one of our coaches here. ~ What are a scrunchy mom, a silky mom and a crunchy mom? ~ Are you a scrunchy, silky, or crunchy woman? ~ The gifts and shadow side of each personality type ~ Advice for starting or continuing your Ayurveda studies ~ Perfectionism's dark side ~ The Buddhist concept of the middle path ~ The age of Kali Yuga ~ Why passion always comes with imbalance ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Article in The Cut: Are You a Silky Mom, a Crunchy Mom, or a Scrunchie Mom? ~ Movie: Tommy Boy with Chris Farley ~ Katie's latest book: Glow-Worthy is also available now!   Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/  

In this special episode, the tables have turned! Katie is interviewed by Ayurvedic Health Coach and Shakti School alum, Jackie DeConti, about her unique approach to healing and Ayurveda. Many of us come to Ayurveda to “fix” ourselves, however, the point of Ayurveda is not to “fix” because you're not actually broken! This episode is a beautiful reminder of your innate wholeness and worthiness. Tune in for a discussion about how to go beyond the Ayurveda checklist, avoid common pitfalls of self-development, access your inner wisdom and so much more! Are you ready to take a more holistic approach to your health and wellness? We invite you to book a call with Jackie to see if our year-long Ayurveda School is right for you! You can book your call here. This recording was originally released on Jackie's Elixir Podcast. In this episode about going beyond the Ayurveda checklist, you'll hear: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Katie's personal definition of Ayurveda ~ Hinduism vs. Sanātana Dharma ~ Going beyond the Ayurveda checklist ~ When knowing your dosha isn't helpful ~ How to not identify with your imbalance ~ Embracing the nature of paradox ~ How to access Clear Seeing Wisdom ~ When to allow vs. when to fix ~ Differing views of the feminine and masculine in Ayurveda and Tantra ~ Why Katie identifies with the rose bush Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Listen to Jackie's Elixir Podcast ~ Learn more about Jackie on her website and Instagram ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Are you considering studying Ayurveda more deeply? Here at The Shakti School, we approach Ayurvedic education a bit differently. We deeply respect and share the ancient Ayurvedic guidelines, protocols, recipes and self-care practices, but we don't stop there. Our year-long Ayurveda School is designed to support you in embodying true health by awakening the greatest healer - your inner wise woman! In this episode, Katie answers your frequently asked questions about Ayurveda School such as: What's unique about The Shakti School's feminine-form approach to Ayurveda education? How can I make the most of this program? Can I actually make a living as an Ayurvedic coach? There are just a few days left to get Early Bird tuition at our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School! Tune in for a taste of what to expect if you join us in 2025, and then register here before October 31, 2024 to save $500! In this episode about Ayurveda School, you'll hear: ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School here: https://theshaktischool.com/ayurveda-school/ ~ We'd love to see you at our FREE online Sacred Halloween Ceremony on October 31st! Sign up here! ~ What makes The Shakti School different ~ Guidance if you're struggling with self-doubt ~ Awakening to life, nature and sisterhood ~ Honoring your inner healer ~ Ayurveda without dogmatism ~ What to expect inside Ayurveda School ~ The purpose and intention behind everything we do at The Shakti School Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

In many regions of India, the herb triphala is considered a cure-all! Scientific studies have shown that triphala can help improve digestion, reduce inflammation, stabilize blood sugar levels, support liver heath and much more. It's no surprise that triphala is Katie's favorite Ayurvedic herb! Tune in to learn about the benefits of triphala and how to incorporate this powerful herb into your life! Wondering where to get your triphala? Our girlfriends over at PAAVANI Ayurveda have everything you need to help integrate Ayurvedic wisdom seamlessly into your day! From a wonderful Triphala churna, to dosha-specific spice blends, to abhyanga oils, PAAVANI has something for everyone this fall. Use the discount code “SpiritSessions” for 10% off your order at paavaniayurveda.com! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ There's less than a week left to get Early Bird pricing on our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School! Register here before October 31, 2024, to save $500 on tuition! ~ Join us for a FREE online Sacred Halloween Ceremony on October 31st! Sign up here! ~ What is triphala? ~ Why this herb is so important in India ~ The benefits of triphala ~ Haritaki, amalaki and bibhitaki ~ The mythology of triphala ~ Traditional uses in India ~ Triphala's action on each dosha - vata, pitta, kapha ~ The six tastes in Ayurveda ~ Why this herb is excellent for those who love to travel ~ Where to buy high-quality triphala… from our friends at PAAVANI! Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

If you're pregnant, postpartum, trying to conceive or know someone who is on a fertility journey, this episode is for you! Today Katie is joined by beloved Shakti School teacher, Ashlee Sakaishi Wilkin. Ashlee is an Ayurvedic Practitioner, Birth and Postpartum Doula and prenatal yoga teacher. They discuss how we can change the culture of pregnancy and postpartum care to one where birthing people are deeply nourished and supported by their communities. Learn Ashlee's favorite Ayurvedic conception and postpartum care practices, foods, drink recipes and herbs to nourish yourself and feel supported throughout the entire birth journey! Want to be part of the women's healthcare revolution? Study with Ashlee, Katie and our other amazing teachers in our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School! Early bird pricing for our 2025 class ends on October 31, 2024. Register here to get the lowest price of the year! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Join Katie LIVE for our FREE Sacred Halloween Ceremony on October 31st! Sign up here! ~ What are the “Sacred Windows” in our lives? ~ Ways to prepare the body to conceive ~ Bringing the body into a receptive state through cleansing or Panchakarma ~ Why the lifestyle of BOTH partners is crucial ~ What to do when your partner isn't living an Ayurvedic lifestyle ~ Balancing the desire for a “perfect pregnancy” with real life ~ Remothering yourself during pregnancy ~ Tips to improve digestion during pregnancy ~ Nourishing foods and herbal preparations for pregnancy and postpartum care ~ Ayurvedic practices for postpartum care ~ How to bravely build community and ask for support ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other links and resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Free Introductory Course on Conscious Postpartum Care ~ The Nest's Free Fourth Trimester Group ~ The Center for Sacred Window Studies website and Instagram ~ Watch the Fall Ayurvedic Cleanse workshop replay here ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Book a free call with one of our coaches to learn more about Ayurveda School! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Tantra is not what most people here in America and Europe believe it is - a mere discipline of sacred sex. While sacred sex is great, the true purpose, practice and meaning of Tantra are so much richer! In this episode, Katie dives deep into the ancient history of Tantra and shares how you can live a Tantric life in our modern world. If you're ready to experience more pleasure and playfulness in your life, tune into this episode about the multi-faceted meaning of Tantra! Join us LIVE for a Sacred Halloween Ceremony on October 31st! Sign up for our newsletter here so you don't miss the invite! In this episode about the meaning of Tantra, you'll hear: ~ Early bird pricing for the 2025 class of our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School ends on October 31, 2024. Register here to get the lowest price of the year! ~ A history of Tantra ~ Why Tantra is so hard to define and pin down ~ The body as a vehicle, not an impediment ~ Making each moment holy, precious, and valuable ~ Working with your body's innate energies ~ Why there's nothing wrong with seeking pleasure (Bogha) and success (Bhukti) ~ The Vedic concepts of Lila, Moksha, Prana Shakti and Prashna ~ Who is the Divine Mother? ~ Tapping into your highest wisdom ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Tantra, Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other “Tantra Talks” About the Meaning of Tantra: ~ Ep. 8 What is Tantra? ~ Ep. 9 Pulsing Fiery Devasting Love ~ Ep. 17 Feminine Archetypes of the Glorious Queen, Sacred Prostitute or Worthless Girl ~ Ep. 35 5 Life-Changing Ancient Meditations You Can Do Today ~ Ep. 68 Tantra Talks #5 ~ Ep. 117 7 Vital Steps for a Spiritual Practice ~ Ep. 157 How We Squirm Off Our Chance to Really Love Other resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Book a free call with one of our coaches to learn more about Ayurveda School! ~ Georg Feurstein's book, Tantra: The Path of Ecstasy ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy is available now! ~ Katie's mentor, Cristal Mortensen ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Find the full show notes here on our website!

Here at The Shakti School, we're all about embodying feminine-form Ayurveda, but what does that actually mean? What is feminine-form Ayurveda and why do we love it? In this episode, Katie takes you on a journey into the feminine, shamanic, spiritual and elemental roots of Ayurveda. She then leads you through a guided meditation to foster your connection with the most important medicine on the planet: Your Wise Woman Inner Healer. Are you ready to truly embody feminine-form Ayurveda? Early bird pricing for the 2025 class of our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School ends on October 31st, 2024! Register here before the end of the month to save $500 on tuition! This audio is from a session hosted by Christine Eck, founder of the Center for Sacred Window Studies. You can learn more about their programs and Conscious Postpartum Care by signing up for Christine's free email course here and downloading her free ebook, The Universal Mother Principles. In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Sign up here for our Ayurvedic Wellness Coach certification before early bird pricing ends on October 31st! If you'd like to chat with someone about the program we invite you to book a FREE call with one of our coaches! ~ The definition of feminine-form Ayurveda ~ The HER-story and history of Ayurveda ~ How the five elements of nature are expressed within us physically, emotionally and spiritually ~ The Ayurvedic concepts of Sanātana Dharma and Prana Shakti ~ Why the purpose of an Ayurvedic lifestyle isn't to achieve perfect health ~ What is the healing climate? ~ The difference between feminine-form Ayurveda and a masculine approach ~ What is intuition?  ~ Balancing Shiva and Shakti ~ A guided meditation to experience the elements ~ The Charak Samhita, a central Ayurvedic text ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other links and resources mentioned in this episode: ~ Learn more about The Center for Sacred Window Studies on their website ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Whether you're going through a breakup, divorce, job loss or grieving a loved one this episode is for you. Sometimes when we think we're at our breaking point life throws us yet another huge curve ball. In this episode, Katie shares advice gleaned from recent and past heartbreaks to support you in your darkest moments. Learn breathing practices to process your feelings and find the meaning in your heartbreak so you can come out stronger on the other side! Thank you to our girlfriends PAAVANI Ayurveda for sponsoring this episode! PAAVANI is women-owned and sources organic ingredients to create their mindfully formulated herbal offerings. Use the discount code “SpiritSessions” for 10% off your order at paavaniayurveda.com!   In this episode, you'll hear: ~ How to deal with heartbreak ~ The opportunity within heartbreak ~ Letting go of the illusion of control ~ Lessons about heartbreak from Pema Chödrön ~ Opening to uncomfortable feelings without wallowing in them ~ Breathing practices to process heartbreak ~ The ancient Buddhist practice of Thong Lyn ~ Early bird pricing for the 2025 class of our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School is ending soon! Register here before October 31, 2024, to get the lowest price of the year! Other links and sources mentioned in this episode: ~ The work of Dr. Spavoda ~ 1st Poem: “Absolutely Clear” by Hafez Shirazi ~ 2nd Poem: “The Sea and the Bells” by Pablo Neruda ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy is available now! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

As the seasons change so do our body and spirit! According to Ayurvedic tradition, fall is a sacred time of year when we can experience deep clarity and insight into our life purpose. Through a traditional, seasonal kitchari cleanse we can align with the lightness, mobility and clarity of the fall season in order to become wiser, improve digestion and boost our immunity as we ready for winter. Tune in to this episode to learn why we cleanse, then join Katie LIVE for our FREE Online Fall Ayurvedic Cleanse Webinar on Thursday, September 26th at 11 am Eastern Time US. You'll learn how to do a kitchari cleanse and take home a beautiful PDF guide that includes all the recipes and information you need to complete your own Ayurvedic kitchari cleanse. We hope to see you there! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!   In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Why fall is considered a “sacred window” in Ayurveda ~ The spiritual gifts of fall ~ How is the Ayurvedic approach to cleansing different? ~ The intention behind an Ayurvedic cleanse ~ What's so special about kitchari? ~ What happens in your body when on a kitchari cleanse   Other links and sources mentioned in this episode: ~ Learn more about our year-long Ayurveda School here! ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy is available now! Get the full show notes here!

Does it feel like something is missing from your life? Often what we're missing is a connection to our soul and spirituality. In this episode, Katie is joined by author and dear friend Elaine Glass for an intimate conversation about the beauty and challenges of getting quiet and tapping into who you really are. They share simple steps you can take today to connect to your spirituality, hear the voice of your soul, and feel more empowered! Elaine's new book, Get Quiet: 7 Simple Paths to the Truth of Who You Are, is available now! In this episode you'll hear:  ~ What does “being spiritual” actually mean? ~ How getting quiet can improve your health ~ How to connect with your spirituality daily ~ Why spirituality is a relationship ~ How to start hearing the voice of your soul ~ Why we're often afraid to get quiet ~ The Ayurvedic concept of Swastha ~ Bravely following the voice of your soul when it's scary ~ How to begin calling in spiritual support ~ The soul definition of Dharma ~ Elain and Katie's spiritual dating advice Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Elaine's website: https://elaineglass.net/ ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Registration for the 2025 class of our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School is open! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

If you're perimenopausal or know someone who is going through menopause this episode is for you! Unfortunately, much of the mainstream conversation around menopause shames women for experiencing symptoms, but in this episode, Katie and fellow Ayurveda wise woman Mary Thompson offer a softer, more spiritual perspective. They discuss common symptoms of menopause, simple Ayurvedic practices you can use to mitigate these symptoms, and the spiritual gifts of menopause! Want to learn more about menopause and women's wellness from Mary Thompson and our other amazing teachers? Our year-long Ayurveda School is open for registration! In this episode you'll hear:  ~ What's going on in your body during menopause? ~ Freeing yourself from shame ~ Common perimenopause symptoms ~ Ayurvedic practices to prevent and soothe symptoms of menopause ~ The deeper meaning of our symptoms and struggle ~ What does Ayurveda say about bioidentical hormones? ~ The maiden, mother, creatrix, and crone ~ The Ama - Agni - Ojas formula ~ Benefits of seasonal Ayurvedic Cleansing for hormone balance ~ The spiritual gifts of menopause ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Mary's Podcast: Ayur.. What Now? ~ Mary's website: The Ayurvedic Approach ~ Herbalist Susun Weed ~ Book: Strong Women Stay Young Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Today we go back to the ancient, time-tested Ayurveda beauty basics! According to Ayurveda, true beauty radiates from the inside out. It begins with digestion, hydration, and emotional health. An Ayurvedic beauty bombshell knows who she is and embodies Shakti. No skin cream or anti-aging serum can make us feel beautiful if we haven't addressed the deeper spiritual roots! However, many of us feel pressured to conform to our culture's limited definition of beauty. In this episode, Katie shares personal stories illustrating how her perspective of beauty has evolved since childhood and how we can all tap into the true source of lasting beauty! Ready to get that Ayurveda glow? Join Katie LIVE for a FREE Online Ayurveda Spa Day on Tuesday, August 27th at 11 am Eastern Time US. Click here to register! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ The deep spiritual roots of true beauty ~ Ayurveda beauty essentials ~ Why do we care so much about beauty? What's the point? ~ How to embody Shakti AKA feminine power ~ How evolution has shaped what we perceive as beautiful ~ The shadow side of beauty ~ How we've been influenced by cultural and social beauty standards ~ The Ayurvedic concepts of Swastha, Snehena, and Sri ~ The three most beautiful women Katie's ever seen and the source of their beauty Other links and sources mentioned in this episode: ~ Learn more about our year-long Ayurveda School here! ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy is available now! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Our culture is obsessed with having youthful, juicy skin! While there's nothing wrong with wanting beautiful skin, we've been sold a lie that only youthful skin is beautiful. In this episode, Katie goes way beyond skin deep by exploring the Ayurvedic and Jugian psychological perspective of skin. Learn how your skin is intimately connected to your ego, self-worth, emotions, and personal boundaries. Then start improving your skin and mental health today with Katie's favorite skin-care practice! Ready to truly feel comfortable in your skin? Tune into this episode and join Katie LIVE on July 30th for our FREE Summer of Love Webinar. Katie will be sharing summer skin tips and so much more! Click here to register! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ The Ayurvedic perspective on skin ~ How skin is connected to your feeling of worthiness ~ The tissues of the body (dhatus) according to Ayurveda ~ Why your muscle health important to skin health ~ Working with the skin to heal trauma ~ Why your skin has everything to do with your ego ~ Why who you let touch your skin is so important! ~ What does it mean to feel comfortable in your skin? ~ Learn more about our year-long Ayurveda School here. This month only, get $100 off your tuition and a free year of our Spirit Sessions membership when you register before July 31st using discount code HotGirlSummer! Other links and sources mentioned in this episode: ~ Psychodermatology: How Skin Reveals Unconscious Conflicts - This Jugian Life Podcast ~ The Ego and the Id by Sigmund Freud ~ Kleinian analyst Esther Bick ~ Dr Lad's Texbook of Ayurveda Volume 1 ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy is available now! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

In this special episode, we're giving you a sneak peek inside our Ayurveda School! Katie teaches about the Ayurvedic concept of agni in this lecture from our 2023 program. Agni is typically described as our digestive fire, however, this master teaching applies to much more than reducing bloating and getting the perfect poop! When in balance, the transformational fire of agni softens your defenses and ego to reveal the truth of who you really are. Learn how balancing your agni empowers you to transform ignorance and confusion into clarity and truth. Want to see the video of this special class? You can watch it here on our YouTube channel! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Join us LIVE on July 30th for our FREE Summer of Love Webinar. Click here to register! ~ The deeper meaning of agni ~ What does your digestion have to do with your childhood and relationships? ~ Practicing agni sadhana to burn away ignorance and touch the truth ~ Walking the path of fire ~ Calming the mind and nervous system so we can access the soul ~ How to step out of the feeling narrative ~ Why the ego becomes more solid and how to soften it ~ Learn more about our year-long Ayurveda School here. This month only, get $100 off your tuition and a free year of our Spirit Sessions membership when you register before July 31st using discount code HotGirlSummer! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy is available now! ~ Katie's teacher Crystal Morrison Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

If you're feeling hot and bothered this summer you're not alone! In today's episode, Kate shares summer self-care practices and Ayurvedic recommendations to keep you cool! In Ayurvedic philosophy, summer is known as the pitta season and is characterized by heat and dryness as the summer wears on. This can lead to excess heat in our bodies and fiery emotions. Tune in to learn Katie's essential summer self-care practices so you can stay cool and collected this summer! Want more summer Ayurvedic practices, recipes, and a free breathwork and energy meditation to cool the intensity of summer? Join us LIVE on July 30th for our FREE Summer of Love Webinar. Click here to register! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Katie's non-negotiable summer self-care practices ~ What is the pitta season? ~ The life-affirming aspects of pitta ~ What does pitta look and feel like when out of balance? ~ Characteristics of people with high pitta dosha ~ Ayurvedic remedies and foods to balance pitta ~ What is the Summer of Love? ~ Using rose in your summer self-care routine ~ Want to learn more about seasonal Ayurvedic living? Click here to learn more about our year-long Ayurveda School. Get $100 off your tuition and a free year of our Spirit Sessions membership when you register before July 31st using discount code HotGirlSummer! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Ep. 40: To Sunscreen or Not to Sunscreen? How About Natural? ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy is available now! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

In today's episode, Kate dives into a topic that's been on her heart for years, Ayurveda Fundamentalism! Many of us live in polarized cultures and have a fundamentalist mindset that, when applied to Ayurveda and our spiritual path, limits our healing and growth. We get caught up in the rules of Ayurveda and lose sight of its heart and true purpose. Tune in to learn how to spot the signs of Ayurveda Fundamentalism and come away with a fresh, more holistic view of these ancient teachings! Ready to go deeper? The next student to register for the 2025 class of our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School will get all their textbooks and one year of our Spirit Sessions membership free! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ What is Ayurveda Fundamentalism? ~ How viewing Ayurveda as a rulebook limits your healing ~ Why many of us have a fundamentalist perspective of Ayurveda ~ The most important thing to keep in mind on your spiritual path ~ Moving beyond dualistic thinking to grow spiritually ~ How to identify if you have a fundamentalist worldview ~ What is ‘dirty charisma' and how to avoid it Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ The Fundamentalist Mindset by Charles B. Strozier (Editor), David M. Terman, and James W. Jones ~ Dr. John Douillard's Ayurvedic smoothie recipes ~ Dr. Vasant Lad's Textbook of Ayurveda ~ The work of Joseph Cambell ~ The Charaka Samhita ~ Sandiya Ramaswami ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's NYT bestselling book Healthy, Happy, Sexy ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy is also available now! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

Are you ready to align with your wildest dreams and invite more magic into your life? In this episode, Katie is joined by personal growth coach, author, and manifestation maestro, Summer McStravick. Over two decades ago Summer created a powerful manifestation and personal healing technique called Flowdreaming. Katie and Summer discuss the parallels between Tantric manifestation techniques and Flowdreaming, limiting beliefs, self-worth, and those deepest desires we just can't seem to manifest! Tune in to learn Summer's step-by-step manifestation process! Today's episode is sponsored by our friends at PAAVANI! Take 10% off your first order on paavaniayurveda.com with the code 'SHAKTIPOWER'. In this episode, you'll hear: ~ What is Flowdreaming ~ Why emotion is your strongest, most powerful manifestation tool ~ Things that limit your ability to manifest ~ How to fully own and open to your desires while also letting them go ~ How to create an ‘acquiring aura' ~ Ready to go deeper? Registration for the 2025 class of our year-long Ayurveda School is now open! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Connect with Summer on her Website, Instagram, and YouTube ~ Listen to Summer's podcast, Flowdreaming: Still Kinda Woo Woo ~ Follow the Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy is available now! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/

In this episode, Katie takes us back to Ayurveda 101! She shares how the five elements of nature and the three doshas (vata, pitta, and kapha) express themselves in nature, our bodies, and our minds. According to Ayurveda, we're each born with a unique combination of the three doshas. Knowing your unique dosha makeup can help you embody your special gifts and keep your body and mind in balance! Want to discover your dosha? Take the free dosha quiz! Ready to go deeper? Registration for the 2025 class of our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School is now officially open! The first ten students to register will get all their textbooks free and the FIRST lady gets a super special summer gift! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ What is Ayurveda? ~ What are the three mind-body types: vata, pitta, and kapha? ~ The five elements of nature ~ The qualities and characteristics of each dosha ~ What do vata, pitta, and kapha look like when in balance? ~ How each dosha tends to go out of balance Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Sign up for our newsletter on our website ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's NYT bestselling book Healthy, Happy, Sexy ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy, is also available now! If you'd like to support the podcast please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave us a review!

Do you have a hard time saying ‘no' when someone asks for help? Maybe you want to do all the things now that spring has sprung! Unfortunately, when we lack strong boundaries we can easily overextend ourselves because we're not intentional about our ‘yeses' and ‘nos.' In this week's solo episode, Katie helps you identify the areas of your life that would benefit from boundaries. Learn how to set healthy boundaries so you can show up with more love and truth in your life and relationships! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ How to start setting boundaries ~ Why the most important boundaries are internal ~ What NOT to do when setting boundaries ~ Reflection questions to help you determine what boundaries to set ~ Good boundaries for your nervous system ~ The difference between trying to control others and healthy boundaries ~ How to find your weak spot ~ Why having strong boundaries is key to lovingly and honest relationships ~ How boundaries expose the quality of your relationships ~ Ready to go deeper? Sign up for our free mini-course on Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ~ If you're a former Shakti School graduate, don't miss our Level 2 Ayurvedic Health Counselor training program starting on April 9th, 2024! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Sign up for our newsletter on our website ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/   Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription   HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  to your screen, Katie  

As the spring weather oscillates between cold and warm, wet and dry, it's no surprise that many of us experience confusion in our lives, relationships, and careers at this time. However, we can find clarity by discerning what to let go of and what to let in! In this episode, Katie chats with author and friend of the Shakti School, Lisa Marie Rankin, about how to navigate the spring season with more ease. This is the time to rededicate yourself to what matters most to you! Learn how to tap into the lesser-known, subtle qualities of the spring season to prepare for the year ahead! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Why you might feel confused about your life, relationships, or career right now ~ The most important question to ask yourself this spring ~ The subtle energetics of the spring season ~ Spring self-care practices to stay healthy ~ How to tap into creative and birthing energy ~ The key component of Katie's spiritual self-discipline ~ How the spring season can help you build wisdom and discernment ~ The importance of community and ritual ~ Releasing rigidity around  our spiritual practices ~ Ready to go deeper? Our Level 2 Ayurvedic Health Counselor training program starts on April 9th, 2024! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Lisa's beautiful book, The Goddess Solution ~ Connect with Lisa Marie on Instagram and her Website ~ Follow the Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now! Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/   Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription   HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie

If you've been feeling a little out of sorts, heavy, and lethargic you're not alone! According to Ayurvedic wisdom, we've entered into the kapha season when the wet, muddy environment outside often exacerbates feelings of sadness, grief, and heaviness within our minds and bodies. In today's solo episode, Katie shares her favorite self-care practices and tips to help you navigate the kapha season with ease. From red light therapy to kapha balancing foods, tune in to learn how to release the heavy and lean into the life-affirming qualities of the kapha season! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ How kapha dosha feels in the body when in balance and out of balance ~ Tips to reduce seasonal depression ~ How the waters of your environment influence the waters of your body ~ What is sattvic light? ~ Sunlight practices to support your circadian rhythms ~ The main mama medicine in Ayurveda ~ The spring energetics of transition, birth, and baby ~ How the kapha season is a portal into sadness, grief, and attachment ~ The best type of movement and exercise for this time of year ~ Ayurvedic herbs and foods to eat during the kapha season ~ Tastes to favor and avoid to balance kapha ~ Ready to go deeper? Our Level 2 Ayurvedic Health Counselor training program starts on April 9th, 2024! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Sign up for our newsletter on our website ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now! ~ Kaite's favorite Joove light red light therapy device. Use code SHAKTISCHOOL for $50 off your first purchase. ~ Ep. 40 To Sunscreen or Not to Sunscreen? How About Natural? Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/   Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription   Help Us Spread Our Pod Wings! This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes. From my heart to your screen, Katie

If you have trouble staying consistent with your yoga practice, or if your daily routine has become rigid and uninspired today's episode is for you! This week Kaite is joined by yoga teacher trainer and author Brett Larkin. They share why tailoring your yoga practice to your unique Ayurvedic mind-body type is important. This personalized approach is true to yoga's ancient roots but was distorted as yoga spread to the West. Brett also shares the creative inspiration behind her new book Yoga Life: Habits, Poses, and Breathwork to Channel Joy Amidst the Chaos. Yoga doesn't have to be another item to check off your to-do list. Tune in to learn how to infuse yoga into every aspect of your daily life! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ Three potent questions to start your yoga practice with ~ How to make your whole life a yoga studio ~ Ways to personalize your yoga practice based on your Ayurvedic constitution ~ Why we're often attracted to yoga poses that aren't beneficial to us ~ The concept of “soul mate postures” ~ How asanas influence the nervous system ~ The origins and evolution of modern yoga ~ Why publishing a book is an emotional rollercoaster ~ Why personalization is the future of the wellness industry ~ How to become consistent with your yoga practice Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Find Brett Larkin's Yoga Teacher Training and Uplifted Yoga Membership on her website ~ Connect with Brett Larkin on her YouTube and Instagram ~ Katie's teacher A.G. Mohan ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now!   Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/   Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription   HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie

Are you doing everything you're “supposed” to do to create the life of your dreams, but still can't break free from self-sabotaging patterns? Your inner child may be trying to get your attention. In this episode, Katie chats with practical mystic and intuitive coach Nicole Frolick about how to connect with and heal your inner child. They share how the neglected parts of ourselves often hold our most powerful and potent hidden strengths, talents, and purpose! Tune in to learn how you can start getting in touch with your inner child today so you can heal yourself and generational karma. TW: Childhood SA In this episode, you'll hear: ~ What is your inner child? ~ What happens when the inner child is suppressed? ~ Signs that your inner child needs attention ~ Nicole's step-by-step meditation practice to connect with your inner child ~ Why we repeat self-sabotaging patterns ~ The gifts of your inner child ~ How inner child work is so much more than facing your pain and fears ~ What is soul fractal healing? ~ Why disconnecting from our inner child = disconnecting from our power ~ The importance of learning how to play ~ How the womb is a portal to your intuition and universal wisdom ~ Practices to move out of ancestral karma and trauma ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Connect with Nicole on her Website and Instagram ~ Check out Nicole's coaching programs and Forbidden Journey retreat ~ Tune in to Nicole's podcast, Enlighten Up Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/   Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription   HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie

Tune in this week for a centering, guided yoga nidra practice from Tracee Stanley. Let Tracee's melodic voice guide you into a deep, restful, grounded state. In her latest book, The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices and Rituals to Remember Who You Are, Tracee shares the wisdom of yoga nidra, rest, meditation, self-inquiry, nature as a teacher, and ancestor reverence. She's also a beloved teacher at The Shakti School! Links mentioned in this episode: ~ Level 1 Ayurveda School is open for registration for not much longer! Join us to learn more from Tracee and our other amazing teachers! Access the classes immediately upon signing up, and join us for upcoming live classes. ~ Connect with Tracee on her website and Instagram ~ Use discount code LUM30 for 30% off Tracee's new book, The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices and Rituals to Remember Who You Are, when you purchase the book from Shambhala.com ~ Tracee's first book Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity ~ Tracee's Empowered Life Circle virtual community   Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/ Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie  

This week Katie chats with certified Ayurveda Counselor and yoga teacher Claire Ragozzino about all things embodied nutrition. They go beyond the typical Ayurvedic food rules and Dosha food lists into the deeper realm of our senses and intuition. Learn why “intuitive eating” isn't best for everyone all the time and a simple practice that you can do to become more embodied as you prepare your next meal! We eat about 1,095 meals a year! After this conversation, you'll be able to use each of those meals as an opportunity to reconnect with your body and cultivate self-love! In this episode you'll hear: ~ Level 1 Ayurveda School is open for registration! Join us to learn more from Claire and our other amazing Ayurvedic cooking and nutrition teachers.  The doors won't open again until 2025 so get in now to join us this year! ~ What is embodied nutrition? ~ Can Ayurveda exacerbate eating disorders? ~ Why you should trust your intuition over the “food rules” ~ How to tune into your intuition when choosing foods and eating ~ Why doesn't intuitive eating work for everyone? ~ Why being more rigid and disciplined is often not the answer ~ The importance of compassion and curiosity when approaching food ~ How stress affects your digestion ~ How is Ayurveda “individual medicine”? ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Connect with Claire on her website and Instagram ~ Claire's book: Living Ayurveda: Nourishing Body and Mind through Seasonal Recipes, Rituals, and Yoga ~ Claire's Living Ayurveda Immersion program ~ Other books Claire mentioned: Bhavaprakasa of Bhavamisra, Bhojankutuhalam, Caraka Samhita   Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/   Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription   HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie  

This week Katie chats with certified Ayurveda Counselor and yoga teacher Claire Ragozzino about all things embodied nutrition. They go beyond the typical Ayurvedic food rules and Dosha food lists into the deeper realm of our senses and intuition. Learn why “intuitive eating” isn't best for everyone all the time and a simple practice that you can do to become more embodied as you prepare your next meal! We eat about 1,095 meals a year! After this conversation, you'll be able to use each of those meals as an opportunity to reconnect with your body and cultivate self-love! In this episode you'll hear: ~ Level 1 Ayurveda School is open for registration! Join us to learn more from Claire and our other amazing Ayurvedic cooking and nutrition teachers. ~ What is embodied nutrition? ~ Can Ayurveda exacerbate eating disorders? ~ Why you should trust your intuition over the “food rules” ~ How to tune into your intuition when choosing foods and eating ~ Why doesn't intuitive eating work for everyone? ~ Why being more rigid and disciplined is often not the answer ~ The importance of compassion and curiosity when approaching food ~ How stress affects your digestion ~ How is Ayurveda “individual medicine”? ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Connect with Claire on her website and Instagram ~ Claire's book: Living Ayurveda: Nourishing Body and Mind through Seasonal Recipes, Rituals, and Yoga ~ Claire's Living Ayurveda Immersion program ~ Other books Claire mentioned: Bhavaprakasa of Bhavamisra, Bhojankutuhalam, Caraka Samhita Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/ Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription   HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie

This week Katie chats with author and sexuality mentor Deborah Kagan about how to connect with your mojo and tap into your innate power! Whether you're single and navigating the ups and downs of modern dating, or you've been married for decades and want to take your relationship deeper, this episode is for you. Learn how to release shame and reawaken your sensuality in every season of life!  From breathwork to Pus*y Dancing, Deborah and Katie share how to connect to the power of your sacred sexuality. TW: mention of SA in the episode In this episode you'll hear: ~ Deborah's book Undressed: An Invitation to Claim Your Erotic Nature is available now! ~ How Deborah went from film producer to Rock Your Mojo™ founder ~ The relationship between mojo and Prana ~ Signs your mojo is “off” ~ What factors affect your mojo? ~ How to get your mojo back and step into your sexual power ~ Finding the middle ground between hyper-sexualization and shutting down ~ Why you don't need a partner to be sensual ~ What is sensual celibacy? ~ What to do if men are intimidated by your sexuality ~ What is Pus*y Dancing? ~ Reprograming shame around sexuality ~ Learning more about yourself through dating ~ How to go deeper in your long-term relationship ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Connect with Deborah on her website and Instagram ~ Tune in to The Real Undressed Podcast ~ Katie and Deborah shared their love of Shiva Rea ~ Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/   Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription   HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie  

This quickie episode is a love-note from Katie to your heart. Enjoy this bite-sized episode, and pull out the tissues before you hit play! In this episode you'll hear:  ~ Katie was listening to this beautiful song while writing this, she would like you to listen, too! ~ This special episode is a quickie from Katie's heart to yours ~ This is the FINAL CALL to enroll in our life-defining Ayurveda Wellness Coach course. Our intuitive online classroom starts Jan 17th! Discover the time-tested wisdom of ancient Ayurveda on this path of radical health, happiness, and service. Embody your Divine Goddess within and embrace ALL of yourself, the SPARKLE and the SCARS!   ~ Book a free Clarity Call with a graduate of the program to answer any questions you may have or to find out if it's right for you by clicking here ~ Read this episode as an email instead here: https://mailchi.mp/theshaktischool/only-one-week-left-to-join-our-year-long-adventure   Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/ Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie

This episode is a special broadcast from The Shakti School's most recent webinar, A New Year for Awakening to Your Inner Feminine. In today's crazy world of do-more, achieve-more and be-more, this workshop offers an antidote: the inner feminine. Join us as we dive into the time-tested philosophies and methods for contacting that which is already and always in you: your feminine essence.  In this episode you'll hear:  ~ Ayurveda School Level 1 begins in 9 days! This is the FINAL CALL to enroll in our life-defining Ayurveda Teacher Training course. Our intuitive online classroom starts Jan 17th! Discover the time-tested wisdom of ancient Ayurveda on this path of radical health, happiness, and service. ~ Book a free Clarity Call with a graduate of the program to answer any questions you may have or to find out if it's right for you by clicking here ~ How to deepen our understanding of the concept of inner feminine energy ~ Explore ways to connect with and embrace the energy of receptivity, rest, ease, patience, sensuality and openness ~ Learn techniques to balance the masculine and feminine energies in all of us ~ Tap into dharma and our soul's true purpose ~ A meditation with Katie ~ If you'd prefer to watch the webinar as a video, you may do so at this link: https://vimeo.com/900228532/54bacdb363?share=copy&mc_cid=cb994b57ce&mc_eid=UNIQID   Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/ Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie  

In this episode, Katie is joined by tantric herbalist, yoga therapist, and educator Brooke Sullivan. Brooke and Katie explore the parallels between Tantric Herbalism and inner energy work, and share practical ways that you can tap into the ancient knowing within you to navigate this wild life! They also have a candid discussion about the importance of waking up from our cultural amnesia around the repressed Divine Feminine and Masculine. It's time to reawaken to your inner Shakti power! Tune in to learn Brooke's favorite ways to deepen your connection to Mother Nature this winter, and her favorite herbs to support your health during the coldest months of the year! In this episode you'll hear: ~ Registration for Level 1 Ayurveda School is open for just two more weeks! Join us to study with amazing teachers like Katie and Brooke. ~ What is Tantric Herbalism? ~ How to appreciate rather than resent the monotonous routines of life ~ The most Tantric question you can ask yourself ~ How the divine and the mundane are two sides of the same coin ~ Why constantly growing and expanding isn't always healthy ~ The difference between being open and expanding ~ The magical benefits of non-attachment ~ What is the Holy, ten-thousand-armed Mother? ~ The concepts of Shri Yantra and Sahaja Yoga ~ Why the world needs a matured feminine and masculine ~ Uncovering and unblocking your power ~ Turning to nature as a teacher ~ Brooke's top 3 herbs to explore this winter ~ How to meditate with herbs ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Connect with Brooke on her website and Instagram   Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/ Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie  

In today's solo episode, your girl Katie talks about the spiritual meaning of the winter solstice. The longest night of the year doesn't have to be a dark night of the soul, but it is a time for deep inward journeying. Katie shares practical ways that you can tap into the spirit of the season by creating sacred rituals. Learn what the most solstice advice and practices on the interwebs are missing, and what to avoid on this sacred day. From Yule alters to setting your intentions for 2024, Katie helps you create solstice rituals that are personal and sacred to you. In this episode you'll hear: ~ Download Katie's Winter Survival Guide to learn the exact products and practices she uses to stay vibrant all winter long! ~ Registration for Level 1 Ayurveda School is open for just a few more weeks! Join us to learn how to align your life with the solstice and other cycles of nature! ~ The significance of the winter solstice ~ How to tap into solstice energy ~ Why most New Year resolutions don't work ~ The most nourishing solstice rituals ~ How to create a personalized solstice ritual ~ What to avoid on the solstice  ~ The significance of the Yule log ~ How to set up a Yule alter Learn more: ~ Click here to register for the free webinar, A New Year for Awakening to Your Inner Feminine, on January 5th ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now! ~ Join us in our monthly membership group, Spirit Sessions Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/   Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie

Connecting to the Divine Feminine has nothing to do with putting on a dress or lipstick. It's so much more than that! It's an energy that underlies our reality, linking every one of us. Our modern culture often undervalues and misunderstands the Divine Feminine, but when women reconnect with her magic happens! The good news is that this energy is already inside of you and you can access it anytime. In today's episode, you'll learn how to connect with your inner Divine Feminine and Katie shares a guided meditation practice from inside our Ayurveda School (aka Divine Feminine mystery school)! In this episode you'll hear: ~ Click here to register for the free webinar, A New Year for Awakening to Your Inner Feminine, on January 5th ~ Registration for Level 1 Ayurveda School is open for just a few more weeks! Join us for a year-long deep dive into your Divine Feminine! ~ What is the Divine Feminine? ~ The great lies that may be preventing you from connecting to the feminine ~ Practical ways to connect with the divine feminine ~ Why most Ayurvedic and Yogic trainings are taught through a masculine lens ~ How living from the divine feminine feels ~ Why the feminine can't be tamed or put in a book ~ How to access divine medicine from within ~ The mantra of the feminine ~ Why the feminine doesn't use labels like good or bad ~ The secret strengths of the feminine ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now!   Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/ Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie  

We've all felt the healing power of Ayurveda in our own lives, but what about our beloved pets? In this episode, Katie interviews canine wellness practitioner, certified educator, and Animal Chaplain Amanda Ree. Amanda founded her company, Sama Dog, to help create a world where wellness and compassion flourish for every living being. She invites us to “think outside the bag” when feeding our pets and describes how to apply our Ayurvedic self-care practices to our furry companions. Learn how to strengthen the bond between you and your pet, and discover Amanda's top tips to help your pooch thrive this winter! In this episode you'll hear: ~ Level 1 Ayurveda School is open for registration! Join us to learn more from Amanda and our other amazing teachers! ~ How to identify your pet's Dosha ~ Ayurvedic tips to support your pets through the winter ~ What a Vata imbalance looks like in your pet ~ How to create healthy boundaries with your pets ~ The root cause of most dog behavior issues ~ Ways to connect more deeply with your animal ~ How to easily level up your pet's food ~ Why feeding your dog human food isn't bad! ~ Exactly what Amanda feeds her pets ~ Katie's new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now! Other links mentioned in this episode: ~ Connect with Amanda on her website, Sama Dog ~ Amanda's Quiz - Discover Your Dog's Dosha ~ Amanda and Katie's dogs eat The Farmer's Dog Get the full show notes: www.TheShaktiSchool.com/podcast/ Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to info@theshaktischool.com Ayurveda Certification The Shakti School Subscription   HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a review in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you'd be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes' algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. Here's the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.  From my heart to your screen, Katie