Wandering Yogi Podcast

Welcome to the season 3 finale of Wandering Yogi Podcast! In this episode, we're going back to some of my favorite moments from the season with each one of my 10 guests. You'll get the highlights from each guest episode of the season, plus extra commentary from me, and insights from you, the listeners!Thank you for listening to season 3 of Wandering Yogi Podcast!Connect with my guests from Season 3!:Trudy- paavaniayurveda.com Michelle- @myreikihealerLaurel- Solunayurveda.comAnjali- @anjaliKelly- virabhavayoga.comSandy- @isandyvo Miki- @mgjcsMegan- @meganswanwellnessNatalie & Shawna- www.earthspeak.love Connect with Lydia:Sign up for my newsletter --> bit.ly/3iAcqhnwww.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! In this episode of the podcast, I chat with both founders of Earth Speak, a community honoring earth-based spirituality, Natalie Ross and Shawna Cason!Shawna and Natalie share their stories of awakening their own spirituality and founding the Earth Speak Collective together. We discuss the journey of actually accepting and embracing your spirituality, exploring earth-based spiritual practices, honoring your ancestry, and connecting with your intuition. Then we dive into the origins of Earth Speak, the power of a community where you can be yourself, and so much more!Earth Speak Collective:@earthspeakwww.earthspeak.loveEarth Speak podcastConnect with Natalie:@nataile.alexandra.ross@totalhippieswww.natalie.netConnect with Shawna:@shawna.cason@scentient.botanicalsConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! In this episode, I'm talking about yoga in action, specifically through the philosophies of satya/truthfulness, seva/service, and dharma/purpose.Yoga on the mat is great, and offers opportunities for personal transformation. The beauty of yoga, though, is that this transformation doesn't just stay on the mat. As yoga practitioners, we have a duty to embody what we've learned on the mat and make a difference out in the world. Let's dive into honesty, service, and purpose to reflect on how to put yoga into action!Learn from BIPOC teachers embodying Yoga:@shantiwithin@susannabarkataki@iamrachelricketts@mynameisjessamyn@diannebondyConnect with Lydia:Living Ayurveda: Rituals for Self-care workshop= www.earthwalkeryoga.com/workshopswww.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! In this episode, I'm excited to welcome on my guest, wellness and mindset coach Megan Swan!Megan and I dive into her yoga journey and how it helped her to create a holistic framework of wellness. She shares about her own Eat, Pray, Love journey, which included meeting her husband, and what she's learned along the way. Then we get into the natural ways in which you can increase your energy, things that deplete your energy, understanding your 3 biorhythms, following the cycle of the sun to promote good health, honoring the season of your life, and more!Megan's 5 ways to feel more energized naturally:1. Eat more plants2. Cook with spices3. Move your body4. Prioritize sleep5. Spiritual practice*bonus*6. Schedule a daily hour of joyConnect with Megan:Meganswanwellness.com@meganswanwellnessEnergetically You PodcastConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! In this solocast, I share with you eco-conscious practices from yoga and Ayurveda to help you rebuild your relationship with the living earth. These practices include:the yamas & niyamasAyurvedic diet & herbalismspending time outdoorsand more!Resources:On ayni- https://thefourwinds.com/blog/shamanism/giveaway-principle-ayni/ How to Save a Planet podcast- https://open.spotify.com/episode/5L1RVInqBXtZgEzWTHOaTg?si=39d5b2e1fa6c4037 Episode with Miki Salamon- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000543040923 The Four Insights by Alberto VilloldoYour Brain on Nature by Eva Selhub and Alan LoganIndigenous Environmentalists- https://www.ienearth.org/ - https://www.instagram.com/nemonte.nenquimo/- https://futurosindigenas.org/Connect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! I'm so excited to finally talk about sustainability with my guest, Miki Salamon! Miki is a sustainability consultant at a healthcare facility in Colorado, and offers her insight on the intersection of human health and environmental health. In this episode, she shares about the impact of climate change, why individual action matters, and how to create sustainable practices that fit easily into your life.We also touch on the recent disappointment of COP26, her involvement in a local environmental campaign, and how to have tough conversations with people about climate change. Then, Miki shares her own practices for connecting with our roots as beings of nature, and offers hope for the long journey of healing ourselves and the earth.Keep learning:@earthrise.studio@intersectionalenvironmentalist@queerbrownvegan@chicksforclimateConnect with Miki:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikisalamon/@mgjcsConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome to another solocast episode of Wandering Yogi Podcast! Join your host Lydia Willig to chat about misinformation that's often spread in the health and wellness industry, and how we can be more discerning about the health advice we follow.  Then learn a few ways that you can tune into your inner wisdom and discover your truth.Resources:CBSN's "Conspirituality: How Wellness Became a Gateway for Misinformation" https://www.cbsnews.com/video/cbsn-originals-conspirituality-how-wellness-became-a-gateway-for-misinformation/On Purpose with Jay Shetty https://open.spotify.com/episode/3QFxE2pkSBFLiJvbaU7zpw?si=b0b4d65d19d24dfc Episode with Kelly Golden: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000541475495 Diet culture and body image: iWeigh with Jamila JamilNutrition: @r_mcgregorDecolonizing Yoga: @shantiwithin and @susannabarkatakiConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back! Please join me for this thought-provoking episode with my guest Kelly Golden!Kelly is not afraid to dive in to the topics that most people would avoid. And she's here to  flip your idea of yoga on its head! Kelly and I talk about their lifelong search for truth, and VHS-tape introduction to the practices of yoga. We dive into Tantric yoga, self-trust, and why the yoga industry misses the point of yoga. Then we go down the rabbit hole about the current state of the world, and how yoga can help us become more resilient and embrace the world as it is.Connect with Kelly:virabhavayoga.comYoga of Resilience Podcast@virabhavayogaConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back! In this episode, I share with you a bit about what your true nature is, and offer a practice for you to connect with your own true nature.Meditation for Non-Meditators Small Group Program: https://www.earthwalkeryoga.com/small-group-sessionsConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! In this episode, I'm honored to welcome on my guest, Anjali Deva!Anjali and I connect over Ayurveda, and the power of this "science of life" to transform lives. Anjali shares her origin story of her Dad teaching her about yoga and Ayurveda from a young age, then her own health concerns catalyzing her interest in Ayurveda. We discuss bringing a trauma-informed approach to Ayurveda, how to understand your body's ecosystem, and the lessons she learned from tracking tigers in India! Then Anjali offers her perspective on bringing Ayurvedic wisdom into the mainstream, and shares simple ways to support your health. Connect with Anjali:www.rootedrasa.comwww.madhyaayurveda.com @anjali@madhyaayurvedaConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello and welcome back to another solocast episode of Wandering Yogi Podcast! On this episode, I share an introduction to the 5 great elements of Ayurveda, otherwise known as pancha maha bhutas. You'll learn about each element individually, how they interact, and why they're so important to incorporate into your daily practices.Determine your own Elemental Make-up with my quiz: https://forms.gle/agkTmVmgYKpm7ySd9Past podcast episodes on Ayurveda:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000504224608https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000534086772https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000537088515Connect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! This week I'm excited to welcome Sandy Vo to the podcast! Sandy is a meditation and yoga teacher, and host of Prosperous Podcast. Sandy shares her journey of overcoming depression through a mixture of meditation, Ayurveda, and self-inquiry. We dive into the way that mental health is perceived and how to find the personal path to better whole-being health for you. Then, Sandy shares her insight on what prosperity truly means, how to set boundaries for your business, and how to actually create your own spiritually-aligned, prosperous business. Connect with Sandy:Start 14 Day Free Trial of The Daily Energy Upgradewww.sandyvo.com/energyupgradeEnroll for Prosperous: School of Self RealizationRegister today- https://www.sandyvo.com/prosperous-schoolSign up for the waitlist for the next Royal Glow Meditation Retreat www.sandyvo.com/royalglowConnect with Sandy in the online sanctuarywww.sandyvo.comwww.instagram.com/isandyvoConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to another solocast episode of Wandering Yogi Podcast! Today we're talking about perfectionism in the yoga space, why it's an issue, and how to combat perfectionism in your own practice on and off the mat.7 Ways to Combat Perfectionism in Your Yoga Practice:1. Create a home practice2. Get to know your body's do's & dont's3. Adopt an attitude of exploration4. Progress over perfection5. Focus more on your internal experience, less on external validation6.  Feel your feelings7. Remember you are worthy just as you areConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome on my guest, Laurel Odom. This episode is packed with amazing insight!  Laurel shares a feminine and embodied perspective to the teachings of yoga, Ayurveda, and Tantra. We talk about where typical Western sexual education falls short, and where sexuality has a place in the world of yoga (hint: celibacy isn't the only option!). Laurel invites us all to get into our bodies to embrace pleasure, get clear on your 'yes' and 'no', and tap into the power of your womb. Plus, she and I touch on the transformation that is available both individually and collectively at this time, seasonal Ayurveda and the energetics of autumn, and Laurel's own morning routine for embodying the feminine. Connect with Laurel:www.solunayurveda.comsolunayurveda@gmail.comNot Your Mama's Health Class affiliate link: https://www.amatoprana.com/not-your-mamas-health-class/Sacred Paths Yoga Ayurveda Yoga training: https://sacredpathsyoga.com/online-yoga-courses/100hr-online-ayurveda-yoga-teacher-training/Shakti School: https://theshaktischool.com/Connect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.com Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to another solocast episode of Wandering Yogi Podcast! Today we're talking about the Ayurvedic concept of the doshas, and specifically the imbalance of vata dosha that we're seeing in our modern society. I hope this episode will offer you tools and practices to process the events of the world so that you can find greater harmony within yourself, and take action to create a more harmonious world for all beings.You can sign up for me workshop, Living Ayurveda: Dosha Deep Dive by following the link below. And use code WYP10 to get 10% off when you sign up for the full workshop!https://www.earthwalkeryoga.com/workshopsReferenced episodes:Allie- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000504224610Kimber- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000504224608 Trudy- https://www.buzzsprout.com/998317/9088081Connect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! In this episode, I'm excited to welcome my guest, Michelle Rose Kennedy! This episode is all about energy; Michelle shares her story of discovering her healing abilities and the life-changing impact of reiki. We dive into building belief in your psychic abilities, the many ways to access energy, and the transformational power of self-healing. Finally, we get to talk about Michelle's new book, "Hold Space: Affirmations & Meditations for Healing & Loving Yourself", including her inspiration for and experience with writing the book, as well as practices for embracing the truth of who you are.Connect with Michelle:www.MyReikiHealer.com@myreikihealer on Instagram, Facebook, and ClubhouseOrder Michelle's book!Hold Space: Affirmations & Meditations for Healing & Loving Yourself https://www.amazon.com/dp/B094MWGFK9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_XDC5W8DMQD1MCB6Q6JJNConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome to the first solocast of Wandering Yogi Podcast! Today I'm sharing with you a bit about my own yoga origin story, and lessons I've picked up along the way. I talk about my journey of self-rediscovery, and how my yoga practice and teaching has evolved immensely over the years. Then, I offer you the space to share your own origin story.Tell me about your yoga origin story to be featured on the season 3 finale!Podcast episodes I referenced:Jessie- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000524933715 , Bee- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000509796423Heather- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000504224602 , Ugonma- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wandering-yogi-podcast/id1547191288?i=1000519318262 Connect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)lydia@earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome to season 3 of Wandering Yogi Podcast! We're kicking off the season with Ayurvedic insight from my guest, Trudy Collings! Trudy shares with us her first "aha!" moment of discovering Ayurveda and why she was so drawn to this earth-based tradition. We talk about the roots of Ayurveda, the 3 main causes of disease, and how this ancient wisdom applies to modern life. Then we dive deep into Ayurvedic skincare, why Ayurveda LOVES oil, and Trudy's journey to co-creating an Ayurvedic beauty company, PAAVANI Ayurveda. This episode will help you find your own Ayurvedic self-care staples and reconnect with the earth to access greater health!Connect with Trudy:www.paavaniayurveda.comUse code LYDIA10 for 10% off your Paavani order!(Lydia's affiliate link) https://paavani-ayurveda-skincare-and-wellness.myshopify.com?sca_ref=902847.Yb592QkN0K@paavaniayurveda in Instagram, Facebook, and Twitterwww.sacredpathsyoga.comConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Wandering Yogi Podcast is back and better than ever! I'm happy to announce that Wandering Yogi Podcast will now be a weekly podcast! That means you get a new episode every Thursday, available on all your favorite podcast platforms.But wait, there's more! You'll still hear from one of my guests every other week, just as before. But now, the weeks in between will be filled with shorter solocasts with me, your host, Lydia Willig! In each solocast, I'll dive deeper into specific topics, share parts of my personal yoga journey, and reconnect with you, the listeners!You are a huge part of this new season- each week, I'll be on Instagram and my Patreon community asking you all to share your stories on the show! Make sure you follow me on Instagram, @earthwalkeryoga, and join the community at patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga so you don't miss out on your chance to be featured!Season 3 episode 1 comes out Thursday, September 2nd.Connect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaOn the Mat with Lydia (YouTube channel)Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome, wanderers! We are celebrating the end of season 2 of Wandering Yogi Podcast with a highlight reel! Hear all the best moments from episodes 1-10, plus some additional insight from your host, Lydia Willig. Stay tuned 'til the end for a tarot card reading for the collective and a never-before-heard clip from my first ever podcast guest, Lara Struckman. Thank you so much for listening, and watch out for season 3 coming soon!CONNECT WITH LYDIA:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comOn the Mat with Lydia on YouTubeMUSIC:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSUPPORT THE SHOW (one-time donation):paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! On this episode, I'm excited to welcome yoga teacher, personal trainer, and nutrition expert Jessie Howkins! Jessie shares her journey  from being a 3-sport athlete to redefining her relationship with fitness. We chat all about balancing the masculine and feminine in wellness, and getting out of the mindset of competition in yoga. Jessie offers her insight on what holistic health really means, how to determine what holistic practices are best for you, and the empowerment that comes from taking control of your health. You'll hear how we sort through the "trendy" health tips to find the real wisdom and reconnect with your self-worth.Connect with Jessie:Puresoul Podcast@puresoul_personaltrainingwww.puresoulpersonaltraining.comConnect with Lydia:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one-time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! On this episode, I'm excited to welcome back yoga teacher, astrologer, and guide, Kerry Martinez! Kerry and I dive into all things Earth medicine- specifically Plant, Animal, and Stone medicines. We begin by recognizing Nature's cycles, and the reciprocity that exists between us and the earth. Kerry offers lessons she's learned from Mother Earth, from Indigenous teachers, and from ritual. She shares her own practices for building altars, connecting with Earth's energy, working with Earth medicine, and more! We take time to explore Plant, Animal, and Stone medicines, and how we may work with these medicines ethically and honorably. This conversation is a reminder of the importance of connecting with Nature and finding ourselves there.Connect with Kerry:@soulrattlewww.soulrattle.comkerrymartinez@soulrattle.comwww.peaceyogamd.comConnect with Lydia:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one-time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello, wanderers! Welcome to this episode of Wandering Yogi Podcast with my guest, Georgina Large (a.k.a. Georgina Mariee)! In this episode, Georgina shares about her mental health journey and how yoga helped her heal. She speaks to the agency and vulnerability required in both her recovery from an eating disorder and in her practice of yoga. We also touch on navigating social media, setting asana goals, and learning to listen to your body when you don't want to feel what you're feeling. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, I've included here a list of resources specifically for those looking for support with eating disorder recovery:https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/https://www.recoverywarriors.com/app/https://www.eatingdisorderhope.com/Connect with Georgina:@georgina_marieewww.nourishalways.comYouTube- Georgina MarieeConnect with Lydia:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one-time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello, wanderers! Welcome to this episode of Wandering Yogi Podcast with my guest, Ugonma Fontaine! Ugonma and I talk all about walking a spiritual path, and the many ways in which we can care for ourselves along the journey. Ugonma shares how shedding can be a form of self-care, the importance of creating sacred containers, and what to do when the journey gets hard. We chat about choice, control, manifestation, spiritual activism, and playing in the sandbox of life. Ugonma offers tools for navigating the layers of consciousness, and ways in which we can all heal on an individual and a collective level.  Connect with Ugonma:@ugonmaismyname@thrive.yogawww.thriveyoga.com Connect with Lydia:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one-time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello, wanderers! Welcome to this episode of Wandering Yogi Podcast with my guest, Dr. Ezzie Spencer! Ezzie shares her journey from a mystical childhood in Australia, to a law degree and PhD, to aligning with the Moon, to growing a global coaching business. She and I discuss polarity, creating strong boundaries, people pleasing, and finding a clear sense of self. Ezzie shares her wisdom on moving past a "Leaky Love Field" into a "High Vibe Love Field", and how self-worth is key to welcoming in love. We talk about the importance of prioritizing your needs,  getting out of neck up living, and embodying your feminine essence to create the love story of your own design. Connect with Ezzie:@ezziespencerwww.ezziespencer.comhello@ezziespencer.comLove Block Quiz: www.ezziespencer.com/quiz Connect with Lydia:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one-time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello wanderers, welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with creator of livinleggings, Liv Townsend. We chat about her  journey from learning on the Wii Fit balance board to teaching on the online yoga space, and how social media helped her to transition into full-time teaching. Liv shares her thoughts on the benefits of a home practice, learning yoga online, and her own boundaries with social media for her mental health. We also dive into what it's like building belief in yourself as a yoga teacher, moving through self-doubt and finding the teaching stye that feels true to you. Finally, we tackle the nuance of using words like "advanced" and "beginners" in a yoga setting.Connect with Liv:@livinleggings on Instagram and YouTubewww.livinleggings.yogaMonthly Workshops- https://livinleggings.yoga/teaching-type/workshops/Connect with Lydia:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello wanderers, welcome back to Wandering Yogi Podcast! Returning to the podcast is my guest, yoga and breathwork teacher, artist, and jewelry designer Kayla Arnold. In this episode, Kayla and I chat all about art, and her creative process as the artist behind Passion Pilgrim. We talk about how and why she makes malas, collaboration, and Kayla's own history with art. We discuss how to access your creative power, and the enemy of creativity: expectation. This conversation dives deep into art as a healing process, self-observation and self-worth, accepting failure, and so much more!Connect with Kayla on Instagram:  @passionpilgrimConnect with Lydia:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Wandering Yogi Podcast! Today's guest is yoga and meditation teacher Jess Apo. Jess shares her insight into the 8 limbs of yoga as a guidemap to life on and off the mat, including a deep dive into meditation. Her personal stories help to merge the ancient wisdom of yoga with the demands of modern life.  We get to chatting about the benefits and challenges of a consistent meditation practice, how to bring a little bit more meditation into your daily routine, tips for overcoming meditation intimidation, and so much more!PLUS a special Wandering Yogi Podcast exclusive: join Jess's upcoming meditation workshop on March 20th and get 20% OFF with the promo code LYDIA20 Connect with Jess on Instagram:  @hotyogamom Connect with Lydia:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello, wanderers! In this episode, I share with you my conversation with yoga and meditation teacher Bee Creel. Bee was my first yoga teacher; she and I get to chatting about how we met 6 years ago, her own yoga journey, and how her teaching has evolved since then. Bee talks about transitioning her yoga offerings online during the pandemic, and her amazing community that has grown through this time. She and I cover topics from comparison and mental health, to self-compassion and finding your voice as a yoga teacher. Connect with Bee:@beeyourhealthwww.beeyourhealth.comLook out for Bee's next challenge starting March 1st!Connect with Lydia:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comFREE Loving-Kindness meditation: https://www.earthwalkeryoga.com/meditationMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello, wanderers! Welcome back to season 2 of Wandering Yogi Podcast! This episode, I speak with yoga teacher, energy worker, and author Jessica Mahler. Jessica and I got to chat about her new book, Healing with Shungite (out now!). We touch on what it's like working with crystals, living with anxiety, and healing your mind/body/soul. Specifically, we dive into how shungite helps with EMFs and high anxiety (which often go hand in hand). Thank you, Jessica, for sharing your wisdom!Connect with Jessica:www.jessicamahler.com@live_your_lightGet Healing with Shungite- https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Healing-with-Shungite/Jessica-Mahler/9781646040919Connect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome, wanderers! We are celebrating the end of season 1 of Wandering Yogi Podcast with a highlight reel! Hear all the best moments from episodes 1-9, plus some additional insight from your host, Lydia Willig. Stay tuned for a tarot card reading for the collective consciousness as we move into the new year. Thank you so much for listening, and watch out for season 2 coming in 2021!CONNECT WITH LYDIA:@earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMUSIC:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGarden Music by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3796-garden-musicLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSUPPORT THE SHOW:paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hiya, wanderers! This episode, I speak with yoga teacher and rattler, Kerry Martinez of SoulRattle! Kerry and I dive into several topics including astrology, Yoga Nidra, mental health, and integration. She offers her insights on the meaning of yoga, and how to practice yoga on and off the mat. Kerry's teachings encourage us all to embrace our own paths on the way to health and wholeness.Connect with Kerry:www.soulrattle.com@soulrattleInsight Timer- Kerry MartinezConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show with a one time donation: paypal.me/LydiaWilligSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Welcome back, wanderers! This episode, I speak with yoga teacher and studio owner, Heather Gagnon. Heather was one of my first teachers, and I had the honor of teaching at her studio for a bit of time. She and I talk about the shift of yoga culture in the West, what it's like to own a yoga studio, and how to balance teaching and personal practice. Heather offers her insight on how to commit to your yoga practice every day (even when you don't feel like it), and how the practice is interwoven throughout the rest of your life.Connect with Heather:www.peaceyogamd.com@peaceyogamdConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.com@earthwalkeryogaMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello, wanderers! I'm so excited to share this episode with intuitive guide and founder of Passion Pilgrim, Kayla Arnold. Kayla is a yoga teacher, breathwork teacher, jewelry designer, mentor, and artist. She shares her insights on practices, presence, and escapism in yoga, and how we may find healing on and off the mat. We cover various topics in this conscious conversation, including breathwork, travel, and human potential. Connect with Kayla: @passionpilgrim on InstagramYouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrylhzP9U28JAMmCPiT1MRQ/featured?view_as=subscriberConnect with Lydia: @earthwalkeryoga on Instagramwww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello, fellow wanderers! This episode pivots slightly away from the world of yoga, and into the world of fitness. Today on the podcast I'm speaking with my partner, Ian Heaton. Ian has been working as a personal trainer for several years now, and together we talk about what it's like to work in the fitness field. Ian tells us about the energetics of working 1-on-1 with clients, setting boundaries, and the importance of communication. We dive in to how to set realistic health goals, manage your expectations when working towards goals, and focus on confidence and improvement over perfection. Finally, we speak about fitness that encompasses whole-being health so that movement becomes an act of love towards ourselves.If you enjoy today's episode, please follow, share, and rate Wandering Yogi Podcast!Ian: @ultimate_watch_tanLydia: @earthwalkeryoga on Instagram and Facebookwww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

In this episode of Wandering Yogi Podcast, I speak with energy worker Rachel Blanc. Rachel and I discuss what energy work is, how it intertwines with yoga, and the collective energy of 2020. She offers so many nuggets of wisdom for self-transformation and constructive change so that you can grow into a better you. She reminds us why we need to do the inner work, and offers practices that have helped her through her healing journey.Rachel: @Seed.of.lightwww.seedoflightllc.comseedoflightllc@gmail.comLydia: @earthwalkeryogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

In today's episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with friend and fellow yoga teacher, Allie Newsom. Allie offers so much wisdom about the 8 Limbs of Yoga, and how we can apply these ancient guidelines to our lives today. These practices are for everyone who wants to live a more aligned, fulfilled, and joyful life! Allie provides personal insight on each of the limbs, and how they influence her life and practice, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. I hope you enjoy this episode of Wandering Yogi Podcast, be well Wanderer.Connect with Allie:Instagram & Facebook: @allieroyogawww.allieroyoga.com/podcastConnect with Lydia:www.earthwalkeryoga.comInstagram: @lydiawilligyogaFacebook: Earth Walker YogaWholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello wanderers! In today's episode I chat with my friend Kimber Jones about the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. Kimber gives an introduction to Ayurveda and the doshas, and touches on how deeply we are connected with nature. She sheds light on ways to tell if you might be in imbalance, and practices to come back into health and thrive. Enjoy the many nuggets of wisdom that Kimber has to share in this episode, and remember to underwhelm yourself! Be well.Connect with Kimber:Instagram and Facebook: @mokshayogaandwellnesswww.mokshayogawellness.comDosha quiz: www.banyanbotanicals.comCate Stillman: https://yogahealer.com/Connect with Lydia:IG: @lydiawilligyogaFB: Earth Walker Yogawww.earthwalkeryoga.comMusic:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

In today's episode I chat with yoga teacher and bodyworker Meghan Charles about somatic practices for healing. We explore how to work with your body to express emotions, release trauma, and connect to your true self. Meghan shares her own journey of healing, and what it means to listen to and cultivate a loving relationship with your body.Connect with Meghan:Instagram- @ourhomewithinFacebook- Our Home WithinWebsite: https://www.ourhomewithin.com/Connect with Lydia:Instagram- @lydiawilligyogaFacebook- Earth Walker YogaWebsite: https://www.earthwalkeryoga.com/Music:Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello friends! For today's episode I am joined by my good friend, yoga teacher and activist Lara Struckman. We talk about yoga as a lifestyle that reaches far beyond the physical practice on our mats. We define the scope of yoga, discuss the tools that yoga has to offer us, and comment on the 'wholeness' we feel when we practice. This podcast is released bi-weekly, so watch out for episodes every other Thursday!Connect with Lara: Facebook- www.facebook.com/lara.struckmanInstagram- @laraluisvilleConnect with Lydia: Instagram- @lydiawilligyogaWebsite- www.earthwalkeryoga.comFacebook Page- Earth Walker YogaMusic: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)

Hello friends, welcome to the Wandering Yogi Podcast! Here is a quick sneak peek of what you can expect on this podcast, and make sure you check out my Patreon page to become part of the community!Website: https://www.earthwalkeryoga.comInstagram: @lydiawilligyogaMusic: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/earthwalkeryoga)