VICHARA podcast

In this episode we share a moment with Anna Lovind who gives us a glimpse of her deep wisdom around the creative process, with a special focus on female creatives and entrepreneurs. Her perspective is the result of working extensively with women around the world and from her own process as a creative being. Through this work and over the years, Anna has gained in-depth experiential evidence of the common stumbling blocks that often show up in the different phases of the creative process. She provides strategies and suggests certain shifts of perspective in order to move through the process with more ease and joy. She is the author of The Creative Doer and offers numerous courses to guide and facilitate women move through the process, from the seed of an idea to sharing their stories through various mediums. Anna is on a mission to create safe space and community for the women who engage in this work and to help share their voices. We talk about alignment and connection as the source for creative flow, how to fuel the work, crystalizing our priorities, how to make space (as easy as it may sound, it is not always easy), how to navigate the various obstacles along the way and how to find ways to return to the process again and again. We talk about making a living by sharing our creative work and what it means to bridge the gap between the current paradigm and the nurturing culture we want to create. This is a very inspirational conversation where we are left feeling ignited to step into our role as co-creators, with permission to show up in this very moment - as we are. Thank you for supporting the current GoFundMe Campaign for Anna, linked below. To dive into Anna's amazing offerings, check out her website and Instagram. • • • • • About Anna Lovind WEBSITE: www.annalovind.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/annalovind/ SUPPORT: GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/f/forward-as-one?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer Theme Music "Chill Song" JACOB COLE: www.jacobcolepercussion.com/ About VICHARA Inspiration WEBSITE: www.vicharainspiration.com/ INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/vichara_inspiration/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/vicharainspiration SUPPORT: www.vicharainspiration.com/supportmission

In this episode we dive into the topic of conscious parenting - especially the yoga of mothering - together with Jenna McDonald, as she shares the unfolding of her experiences with us. We talk about the messy initiatory process that mothering entails, and the role of sadhana and ritual as anchors throughout this process. We talk about the sacred duty of parenting, the importance of deep listening, the interplay of spiritual life and mothering/parenting, the tools and reframes that have served Jenna's journey, as well as what nurturing and mothering have the potential to teach us. During this episode, Jenna looks back at her journey and extracts lessons she has learned and gracefully shares her wisdom with us. This is definitely an episode for men and women alike, as the core of this conversation is about relating in a conscious way and about serving the next generation of expansive beings by also honoring and mothering ourselves in the process. This conversation was a long time coming and we are certain that you will enjoy Jenna's sweet presence and deep wisdom. • • • • • About Jenna McDonald + Devoted Yogi WEBSITE: www.devotedyogi.com INSTAGRAM: @devoted.yogi Theme Music "Chill Song" JACOB COLE: www.jacobcolepercussion.com/ About VICHARA Inspiration WEBSITE: www.vicharainspiration.com/ INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/vichara_inspiration/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/vicharainspiration DONATE: www.vicharainspiration.com/supportmission

This is a solo episode with Hansa Devi, where we dive into the topic of Silence/Mouna. In the midst of the loud, noisy, and busy world that we live in, our connection with Silence and Stillness - Life itself - is crucial in order to feel balanced and at ease. In this conversation, we dive into what it means to be silent and how to nurture our relationship with the deep profound stillness and silence that is beneath all the noise and movement. Join me and my most influential teacher: SILENCE Theme Music "Chill Song" JACOB COLE: www.jacobcolepercussion.com/ About VICHARA Inspiration WEBSITE: www.vicharainspiration.com/ INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/vichara_inspiration/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/vicharainspiration DONATE: www.vicharainspiration.com/supportmission

During this episode we take a dive into the ancient Vedic art of living in harmony with nature - known as dinacharya - within the science of Ayurveda. Julie Peterson shares how to align body/mind/spirit with the sacred rhythms of nature, specifically the path of the sun, and provides practical tools as to how to apply these methods. During our conversation, we relate this ancient wisdom to the new findings in circadian medicine, as well as look at how these ancient teachings have the potential to promote balance and optimal health, as well as a deeper sense of purpose and wellbeing. This is an episode for anyone wishing to cultivate a more balanced and intentional life. For anyone who wants to dive deeper into this subject, Julie extends a generous special offer on a private consultation (listen until the end for more info). About Julie Peterson & Singing Springs Botanicals WEBSITE: www.singingspringsbotanicals.com INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/singing_springs_botanicals/ Theme Music "Chill Song" JACOB COLE: www.jacobcolepercussion.com/ About VICHARA Inspiration WEBSITE: www.vicharainspiration.com/ INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/vichara_inspiration/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/vicharainspiration DONATE: www.vicharainspiration.com/supportmission

This episode is about cultivating and nurturing a home practice. In our conversation with Annie Pace, we investigate some of the key components and perspectives that support our practice, no matter what the contents or methods of the practice may be. We dive into juicy subjects like intention, motivation, rest days, pacing, exploration, maturation of practice, and so much more. The current social circumstances, being in the midst of the COVID19 pandemic, forces us to take responsibility for our own practice and inner journey. This is a tremendous blessing in disguise. We are thus gifted the opportunity to dive deep into our own process. This can be both intimidating and empowering, in so many ways. In this conversation with Annie, we are encouraged to stay curious and explore all aspects and nuances of our practice. This episode is for anyone curious about starting, or maintaining, a balanced and healthy regular practice of any kind. About Annie Pace WEBSITE: www.shaktisharanam.com Theme Music "Chill Song" JACOB COLE: www.jacobcolepercussion.com/ About VICHARA Inspiration WEBSITE: www.vicharainspiration.com/ INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/vichara_inspiration/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/vicharainspiration DONATE: www.vicharainspiration.com/supportmission

In this episode, Annie Pace sheds light on the concepts of a sattvic - conscious - lifestyle and what that can entail. She provides practical tools and talks about lifestyle choices that are available for anyone to apply, no matter if one has a formal yoga practice or not. The gems of knowledge that Annie provides in this conversation can help us shift our perspective, find our way back to balance, and help us take responsibility for our own physical and mental wellbeing. About Annie Pace WEBSITE: www.shaktisharanam.com Theme Music "Chill Song" JACOB COLE: www.jacobcolepercussion.com/ About VICHARA Inspiration WEBSITE: www.vicharainspiration.com/ INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/vichara_inspiration/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/vicharainspiration DONATE: www.vicharainspiration.com/supportmission

During this episode we spend a moment with Shane Carrick who is living a life of dharma, bridging the worlds of skating and yoga. Shane, who is a very humble man with a big heart, shares with us how he has bridged these two worlds and how he has found a way to serve through his passions. We also get a glimpse of the zen buddhist meditation tradition and a sneak peak into Shanes world of yin yoga. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we love Shane. About Shane Carrick WEBSITE: www.yogishane.com YIN YOGA FOR SKATERS: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pl5DrxBzk-w&t=569s MAKE LIFE SKATE LIFE: makelifeskatelife.org/ SHORT FILM: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILmuqWCe2Yc Theme Music "Chill Song" JACOB COLE: www.jacobcolepercussion.com/ About VICHARA Inspiration WEBSITE: www.vicharainspiration.com/ INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/vichara_inspiration/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/vicharainspiration DONATE: www.vicharainspiration.com/supportmission

During this episode, Kim walks us through the inner terrain of holding space for what life brings us, welcoming each experience, and letting go of that which we are not. She provides useful practical tools and the perfect amount of lightness and humor when sitting with what for some people may be waves of influential emotions. In short, Kim lends her heart and voice to guide the way to our true nature. About Kim Moriyama WEBSITE & OFFERINGS: www.kimmoriyama.com/ Theme Music "Chill Song" JACOB COLE: www.jacobcolepercussion.com/ About VICHARA Inspiration WEBSITE: www.vicharainspiration.com/ INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/vichara_inspiration/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/vicharainspiration DONATE: www.vicharainspiration.com/supportmission