Podcast appearances and mentions of kia miller

In this episode of Out of the Clouds, host Anne Mühlethaler explores the transformative world of Kundalini yoga with accomplished yoga teacher Kia Miller. In addition to Kundalini, Kia also teaches meditation, breathwork, and Vinyasa yoga. In their conversation, Anne and Kia dive right into Kia's meditation, grounding and breathwork practices, before Kia recounts how she has blended her beloved Ashtanga Vinyasa with Kundalini tradition to form the unique Radiant Body Yoga school. With an emphasis on the power of breathwork and energy coherence, Kia shares how she evolved to discover these practices and how they harmonise the energies of heart and mind, ultimately offering a balanced approach to managing the stresses of modern life. Kia's journey reveals the profound impact that yoga can have on building self-trust and presence.Kia opens to Anne about her personal evolution from an athlete that was disconnected from deeper self-awareness to a yoga teacher who embodies authenticity and presence. She discusses how Kundalini yoga ignited a spark within her, leading to a newfound intimacy with herself and a conscious way of living. Kia found inspiration and support through her teachers Guru Singh — whom she calls a wayseer — and Guru Chan. Kia explains how she found a path to connect genuinely with the present moment, shedding her old skin metaphorically, and became the teacher she is today.Kia talks in depth about the spiritual awakening that is facilitated by Kundalini yoga in focusing energy at the pineal gland. Kia likens the pineal body to a radio receiver that, through dynamic movement, breathwork and meditation, can release powerful chemicals, facilitating deeper spiritual experiences. Kia tells Anne how Kundalini kriyas (a specific sequence of physical actions that work toward a particular outcome) help shift awareness from a "me-centric" to a "we-centric" consciousness, enhancing interconnectedness and making infinite potential accessible.Grounding practices are another focal point of the conversation, with Kia emphasising to Anne the importance of breathwork, core kriyas and energetic field practices for maintaining energy and stability. She shares her secret superpower of deep empathy and highlights how food, nature walks, and connection contribute to radiance and happiness. The episode concludes with Anne and Kia making reflections on the essence of happiness found within connection, reinforcing the idea that true happiness lies within.A compelling discussion about self-discovery, finding the source of inner power, and our interconnectedness, with a devoted yogini and accomplished teacher. Happy listening!  Out of the Clouds website: https://outoftheclouds.com/Out of the Clouds on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_outofthecloudsThe Mettā View website: https://avm.consulting/metta-viewAnne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annvi/Anne on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@annviAnne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-v-muhlethaler/Find out more about Kia and Radian Body Yoga on her website https://www.kiamiller.com/Kia Miller Yoga on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiamilleryoga/Upcoming retreats and events https://offerings.kiamiller.com/rby-events200h teacher training https://offerings.kiamiller.com/rby-200-hourSri Sadhana Retreat in India https://offerings.kiamiller.com/sri-sadhana-retreatTake classes online with Kia via Glo.com https://www.glo.com/teachers/kia-millerFind many free practices and talks on Kia's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@KiaMillerDiscover Kia's interview on the Finding Harmony Podcast for more on her childhood, ashtanga and more. https://harmonyslater.com/finding-harmony-podcast/2022/kia-millerAshtanga yoga Annie CarpenterGuru Singh Kundalini yogaGuru CharanKriya NadisThe pineal glandThe pituitary glandThe hypothalamus DMTKshetramHiranyagarbhaKia's Miller's choice for what song best represents her is a mantra, WaheguruPandit Rajmani Thiginayak's book ‘At the Eleventh Hour' This episode is brought to you by AVM Consulting Struggling to connect with your audience? Feeling disconnected from your brand's purpose? Is motivating your team becoming a daunting task?AVM Consulting offers a unique blend of coaching, consulting, and storytelling services designed to help your brand connect authentically, align with your values, and inspire your team to achieve greatness.With a track record of success in working with fashion and luxury partners worldwide, AVM Consulting, led by industry expert and certified coach Anne Mühlethaler, is your trusted partner in achieving your brand's vision. Ready to transform your brand and drive meaningful change? Don't wait any longer. We like to make magic happen.FIND OUT MORE ABOUT AVM CONSULTING HERE. ***If you enjoyed this episode, click subscribe for more, and consider writing a review of the show on Apple Podcasts, we really appreciate your support and feedback. And thank you so much for listening!  For all notes and transcripts, please visit Out Of The Clouds on Simplecast - https://out-of-the-clouds.simplecast.com/   Sign up for Anne's email newsletter for more from Out of the Clouds at https://annevmuhlethaler.com.  Follow Anne and Out of the Clouds: IG: @_outoftheclouds or  @annvi  Or on Threads @annviOn Youtube @OutoftheClouds For more, you can read and subscribe to Anne's Substack, the Mettā View, her weekly dose of insights on coaching, brand development, the future of work, and storytelling, with a hint of mindfulness.

In this extended conversation for The Glo Podcast, Glo teachers Annie Carpenter and Kia Miller discuss their journeys through the energy of the asana poses to the subtle energetic shifts the poses bring about.Kia and Annie emphasize why a safe and sacred space is important to create in yoga classes, where students can pursue an investigation into and questioning of the self. Both Annie and Kia talk about how their yoga practices have evolved over time. During Kia's thoughtful line of questions, Annie discusses being present, finding balance, and witnessing life as a form of spiritual engagement.They also discuss the power of pranayama as a tool for observation and finding stillness. Annie is one of Kia's mentors, so the conversation naturally flows into the topic of mentorship.The episode ends with expressions of gratitude and admiration between Kia and Annie, encapsulating the essence of their teacher-student relationship and the enduring impact of their shared yoga journey.Key Takeaways for this Episode00:00 introducing Annie Carpenter 03:57 the importance of subtlety in yoga 08:40 yoga as a quieting practice 24:14 living in continuums and finding balance 27:03 the role of yoga studios and community 30:49 the dance of surrender: allowing life to unfold 35:04 the power of pranayama: observing and finding stillness 41:46 self-trust and resilience: keys to a strong yoga practice 45:38 mentorship and assisting: deepening understanding and growth 47:27 in-person trainings: community and hands-on learning 49:45 the evolution of practice: finding meaning and simplicity 53:29 witnessing and presence: connecting with self and the worldLinks:Annie Carpenter's SmartFlow Yoga Teacher Training.Annie on InstagramKia Miller WebsiteKia on YouTubeKia on InstagramGLO classes:Classes with AnnieClasses with Kia

Kia Miller and Elena Brower discuss Elena's continuing journey into her Zen practice, covering her methodology and some key insights that the practice has brought her. They discuss how their spiritual practices have led them to positively embrace imperfection, and steer away from perfectionism.They discuss the challenges and rewards of meditation, and how to bring a fresh perspective to one's practice. Elena emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and shares techniques for practicing nonviolent communication, both internally and with others. Kia and Elena reflect on how their practices have evolved over the years and what it means to accept and grow from one's imperfections. They delve into the role of teaching and how to connect with and inspire students in the ever-evolving journey of spiritual and personal development.As “Elena says in the interview, “The best celebration of your humanity is to sit and be present with what is."You'll come away from the episode with insightful strategies for integrating meditation and mindfulness into daily life.Key Takeaways for this Episode00:00 Meet Elena Brower02:13 Elena's journey into zen practice06:04 The simplicity of zen practice08:41 Letting go and cultivating compassion12:35 Nonviolent communication and acknowledging humanity25:04 Dropping negative thoughts32:46 Embracing imperfection on the spiritual path36:49 Self-compassion and self-acceptance40:29 The evolution of Kia and Elena's personal practices43:20 Gratitude and love as healing forcesLinks:Kia Miller: Website | InstagramElena Brower: Website | InstagramGlo: Website | InstagramGLO classes:Practice with KiaPractice with Elena

Collecting wisdom is a space where you'll find intimate conversations on life, yoga, philosophy, ancient and modern healing traditions, and what it's like to live on purpose from those that I've personally met & have collected wisdom from in my own life and journey of personal evolution.I'm Marissa, your host and I'm honored to be on this journey with you. As a Yoga Teacher, Yoga Studio Owner of The Well Studio, Human Design Reader, Holistic Life Coach, and Meditation Teacher. I am here to support the development of your soul's innate knowing as you journey on the path to uncovering your own potential.On today's episode, I get to talk with a world-renowned yoga teacher + one of my current teachers who I've been studying kundalini kriya & meditation from, Kia Miller.Our conversation will help you to better understand the practice of kundalini, how kriya practice works, what makes kundalini unique from others practices, the 10 bodies in kundalini yoga, and how yoga somatically influences our mind and body.Kia was born and raised in the Falkland Islands, off the South East tip of Argentina where she lived on a farm, spending hours a day riding horses over vast acres of land. When she was 13 this tranquil life was interrupted by the Falklands Conflict. She experienced first-hand the tragedy and horror of war. This experience shaped her desire to live peacefully, to nurture kindness, and to support deeper connection on all levels.In her desire to make a better world she became an activist when she moved to England. A pivotal moment came when she realized that in orde to create outer change we have to first change within.Kia first discovered yoga at 15, however in her late teens, early 20's she took her practice to the next level and learned how to connect versus dissociate, and to use her breath to calm her mind. She quickly recognized that she felt better, had more energy and less anxiety when she practiced. She traveled the world at the time as a successful model and filmmaker. Yoga was her way to stay centered and nourished.In the mid 90's she arrived in LA and felt the wave of enthusiasm in the yoga world. She dove in wholeheartedly. She found Kundalini practices that rocked her world and awakened a new level of power and presence.Kia has studied with master teachers in the United States and India and dedicated herself to the practice and living the 8-Limbed path of yoga. She practiced every moment she could and soon began teaching.STAY CONNECTED WITH KIA MILLER ON INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/kiamilleryoga/?hl=enSTAY CONNECTED WITH KIA ON HER WEBSITE:https://www.kiamiller.comTHE WELL STUDIO:www.thewellstudio.orgYOGA TEACHER TRAININGS WITH TWS:https://www.thewellstudio.org/teacher-trainingsWORK 1:1 WITH MARISSA:https://www.thewellstudio.org/slow-wellbeingJOIN OUR CLASSES ONLINE:https://thewellstudio.substack.com/

Kia Miller guest-hosts this episode in which she interviews Jason Crandell about ADHD, self-regulation, and turning challenges into assets.Kia shares her insights about how yoga has been useful as a practice to recognize egoist behaviors and cultivate self-awareness. Kia and Jason talk about how they apply the principles learned on the mat to everyday life.They wrap up their conversation by discussing the value of staying curious, continually learning and innovating as teachers, seeking new challenges. They pay homage to some of their favorite teachers, like Annie Carpenter and Elena Brower.Key Takeaways for this Episode(00:03) ADHD(13:14) Reflecting on yoga practice and transformation (19:29) Self-responsibility in yoga practice (40:29) Glimpses of self-truths in yoga (53:27) The functional approach in yoga (01:04:40) Yoga teacher mentors and menteesLinks:Jason's websiteJason's InstagramGLO classes:Kia's classes on GloJason's classes on Glo

Before we get to the interview, a message from Anne:‘Hosting this podcast and interviewing all these amazing people has been such an enriching experience, and I had no idea the impact it would have on me and my listeners. With every conversation, I feel changed by my guests' stories. Because it is stories that stay with us, that and how people made us feel.'  On that note, dear listener, can you please do me a favour?If you enjoy Out of the Clouds, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It helps make it stand out and will support booking of upcoming guests.'Episode NotesKnown in the yoga world as THE teachers' teacher, Annie Carpenter (@anniecarpentersmartflow) shares her story with Anne, who has been an avid student, first via online platform Glo.com, before attending live Zoom classes and IRL workshops with her in 2022. Annie's journey starts in Virginia, but she tells Anne how she found her path early on with dance, leading her to the Martha Graham company and New York City. From getting a scholarship to working at the junior company and briefly joining the main company, Annie found a calling in what she refers to as authentic self-movement and in teaching at the Martha Graham Center. An introvert, she shares with Anne how yoga became an essential part of her life, thanks to Integral yoga (Swami Satchidananda's school) which felt like a refuge from the competitiveness of the dance world.Annie explains how after a trip to LA and a conversation with her teacher Maty Ezraty, she impulsively relocated to the West Coast and turned to teaching yoga full time, training at Yoga Works under Maty and Lisa Walford. They go on to talk about teaching, about Annie's movement principles and energy, how to create inspiration for students, and why Annie founded her own yoga school, Smart Flow Yoga. Annie also shares why continuing to evolve is essential, as well as learning to let go of preconceived notions. She explains how she has learnt to tap into her students' expectations rather than relying on her own. Now based in Northern California, the teacher, who turned 65 this year, also talks about the stages of life, or ashrams, and she is learning to ‘retire' whatever is not supportive in her practice. Quoting Noam Chomsky, she says: "If you are teaching today what you were teaching five years ago, either your field is dead, or you are.” Annie also reveals  her passion for bird-watching, her mindfulness and pranayama practices, and how learning to be still was the doorway to her meditation practice. Finally, she answers the most delicate and profound question of all, one that Annie regularly asks her students: who is Annie? A joyous, profoundly thoughtful and inspiring interview. Enjoy!TakeawaysAnnie Carpenter's journey from dance to yoga and the influence of Martha Graham on her practiceThe importance of finding one's truth and balance in yoga practiceAnnie's development of Smart Flow Yoga and the principles behind itAnnie's role as a teacher's teacher and her experience teaching on Glow Glow Yoga offers a variety of teachers and practices that are both entertaining and beneficial.Teaching yoga via Zoom has its challenges, but it also allows for a more global community.Traveling for yoga teacher trainings can be both rewarding and guilt-inducing due to carbon emissions.Tapping into energy and using inquiry are important aspects of teaching yoga.Somatic movement and meditation can enhance the yoga practice and bring about self-discovery.Yoga philosophy, such as the Yuga Sutras, offers insights into time, space, and the human experience.There is a need for more accessible yoga classes that cater to beginners and focus on functional movement.Birdwatching is a passion of Anne's that connects her with nature and brings her joy. Birdwatching can be a meditative and calming hobby that allows for a deeper connection with nature.Daily rituals and practices, such as breathing exercises and yoga, can support well-being and balance.Continuous learning and evolution are essential in teaching and personal growth.Exploring the question of 'Who am I?' can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and a sense of constancy.Connection, empathy, and self-discovery are key to finding happiness.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Annie Carpenter03:01 Annie's Journey from Dance to Yoga11:19 Annie's Early Yoga Experiences and Integral Yoga22:38 Creating Her Own School and Curriculum27:07 Movement Principles in Smart Flow Yoga31:45 Annie Carpenter: A Teacher's Teacher34:36 Teaching on Glow and the Future36:02 The Exciting and Beneficial World of Glow Yoga37:28 Teaching Yoga via Zoom: Challenges and Opportunities38:55 The Dilemma of Travel and Carbon Emissions42:17 Tapping into Energy and the Power of Inquiry in Teaching44:43 Exploring Somatic Movement and Meditation in Yoga57:31 Insights from Yoga Philosophy: The Yuga Sutras01:09:10 The Need for Accessible Yoga Classes01:12:04 Finding Joy in Birdwatching01:13:29 Birding: A Meditative and Calming Practice01:20:22 Daily Rituals for Well-being and Balance01:25:22 Continuous Learning and Evolution in Teaching01:32:40 Exploring the Question of 'Who am I?'01:43:29 The Significance of Connection, Empathy, and Self-Discovery in Happiness***Selected links from episodeYou can find Annie at https://www.smartflowyoga.com/about-annie-carpenter/on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anniecarpentersmartflow/and on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/annie.carpenter1And all details for her upcoming class schedule and teacher trainings are available here  - https://www.smartflowyoga.com/or find Annie's classes on Glo - https://www.glo.com/Selected links from episodeMartha Graham on Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martha_GrahamAnd https://marthagraham.org/The classic piece Appalachian Spring - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nM5-CsI713gIntegral Yoga - https://integralyoga.org/Savasana pose - https://www.yogapedia.com/definition/6582/savasanaAli McGraw Yoga, Mind & Body - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmW5Og4VBg8Eric Schiffman - https://erichschiffmann.com/Sally Kempton - https://www.sallykempton.com/Swami Satchidananda - https://integralyoga.org/founder/Maty Ezrati - https://matyezraty.com/Kia Miller - https://www.kiamiller.com/Triyoga London - https://triyoga.co.uk/Diana Rilov - https://www.dianarilov.com/Feldenkreis - https://feldenkrais.com/Alexander Technique - https://alexandertechnique.com/Bonnie Bainbridgecohen - https://bonniebainbridgecohen.com/The Glo Podcast - https://podcast.glo.com/The yoga sutras of Patanjali - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoga_Sutras_of_PatanjaliSiddhis - https://www.thecontemplativelife.org/blog/yoga-sutras-patanjali-siddhis-mystic-powersThe prothonotary warbler - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prothonotary_warblerSlow birding, the book by Joan E. Strassmann - https://www.amazon.com/Slow-Birding-Science-Enjoying-Backyard/dp/B09SN7L7WMScrub jays - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California_scrub_jayThe four ashrams of life - https://yogasvi.com/the-four-ashrams-of-life/Abhinivesha - https://www.yogapedia.com/definition/5533/abhiniveshaAnnie's favourite word 'molt' - https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moltOut of the Clouds' playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Viqm1uiiHtM5Y0FwTCtFR?si=9c1d46979d784abaAnnie's choice for what song best represents her is I'll Take You There by the Staple Singers - https://open.spotify.com/track/5xHfZxFBcMA2akGVMM1bdk?si=fb01ff20b53c42b7An Immense world by Ed Yong https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59575939-an-immense-world***If you enjoyed this episode, click subscribe for more, and consider writing a review of the show on Apple Podcasts, we really appreciate your support and feedback. And thank you  so much for listening! For all notes and transcripts, please visit Out Of The Clouds on Simplecast - https://out-of-the-clouds.simplecast.com/  Sign up for Anne's email newsletter for more from Out of the Clouds at https://annevmuhlethaler.com. Follow Anne: IG: @_outoftheclouds or  @annvi  This episode is brought to you by AVM Consulting Struggling to connect with your audience? Feeling disconnected from your brand's purpose? Is motivating your team becoming a daunting task?AVM Consulting offers a unique blend of coaching, consulting, and storytelling services designed to help your brand connect authentically, align with your values, and inspire your team to achieve greatness.With a track record of success in working with fashion and luxury partners worldwide, AVM Consulting, led by industry expert and certified coach Anne Mühlethaler, is your trusted partner in achieving your brand's vision. Ready to transform your brand and drive meaningful change? Don't wait any longer. We like to make magic happen.FIND OUT MORE ABOUT AVM CONSULTING HERE. ***If you enjoyed this episode, click subscribe for more, and consider writing a review of the show on Apple Podcasts, we really appreciate your support and feedback. And thank you so much for listening!  For all notes and transcripts, please visit Out Of The Clouds on Simplecast - https://out-of-the-clouds.simplecast.com/   Sign up for Anne's email newsletter for more from Out of the Clouds at https://annevmuhlethaler.com.  Follow Anne and Out of the Clouds: IG: @_outoftheclouds or  @annvi  Or on Threads @annviOn Youtube @OutoftheClouds For more, you can read and subscribe to Anne's Substack, the Mettā View, her weekly dose of insights on coaching, brand development, the future of work, and storytelling, with a hint of mindfulness.

Themes: Self Empowerment, Leadership, Pivoting, Mentorship, Yoga, Consciousness, Abundance, Manifestation Marissa  Rose Nash fell in love with the practices of self-discovery & yoga 11 years ago after taking one yoga class in college. She's since completed two 200 hour yoga teacher trainings, her 300 hour YTT in Yoga Psychology with Ashley Turner, has studied Jon Kabat Zinn's mindfulness based stress reduction meditation program, and completed a masters in organizational leadership and executive coaching.She's been a certified holistic life coach for 7 years and is being privately mentored under world renowned yoga teacher,  Elena Brower. In 2023 she completed a 60 hour meditation course with global Kundalini Yoga Teacher, Kia Miller.Marissa has taught over 3,000 hours of yoga, led 11 yoga teacher trainings, traveled and led 3 international retreats, and taught yoga for the Eagles football in 2022. She currently lives in New Mexico and is the founder of The Well Studio, where students tap into their own wellbeing, self-discovery, and body/mind wisdom on their yoga mats in both Philadelphia & New Mexico.Classes with Marissa are tantric in essence, weaving all layers of being into an experience of self-knowing that will rejuvenate you, awaken you, empower you, & remind you of who you truly are.In this episode host Daniel Damodar Cordua talks with Marissa on these inspiring topics:The need for intimate, sacred healing spacesNavigating life pivots with bravery, resource and empowerment Learning to do own our dharma, even as it changesThe universe's tendency to reciprocate with our desireMentorship as crucial in our own personal & occupational growth & service to the worldWhy consciously being present in liminal spaces is so important and so generativeThe practice of “doing nothing” as expansionConscious leadershipYoga teachers as the world's new leadersAnd so much moreConnect with Daniel for your Free Discovery Session -  for individuals + couples who are ready to explore, illuminate + empower their lives & their relationshipsGet 10% OFF by mentioning Empowered Connection Partnership Full of Possibility for 2024 - for couples ready to up-level their partnership and create more intimacy + deeper connection.IG - @empoweredconnection.meUPCOMING EVENTS:June 1st - Emotional Intelligence and Conscious Communication Immersion in Philadelphia, PA  *Empower & Evolve 200 Hr Yoga Teacher Training July-August 2023 in Philadelphia, PA*Elevate & Expand 300 Hr Yoga Teacher Training for Yoga Teachers starts this June, 2024 Sponsored by our internationally adored, organic healing product line Bhava WellnessEMPOWERED CONNECTION

Join guest host Rachel Autumn and music artist, poet and author Londrelle as they discuss how to take a “spiritual selfie,” seeing oneself through a lens of unconditional love, and explore the joys and challenges of being a parent.The structure of their conversation takes the chakras as a theme, offering insights on how to cultivate peace amidst the tumult of life. Londrelle shares that life doesn't hand out responsibilities on a whim, but instead, life says you are worthy of that responsibility. Responsibilities, he continues, are not burdens, they are gifts in your life that keep giving to your life.Londrelle and Rachel discuss the influence Vedic writings have had on his creative process and life. Their conversation illuminates the importance of honoring one's journey and the healing that comes with self-love, reminding us that the true measure of success is not found in achievements, but in our connection to something greater.They wrap up with Londrelle announcing that he will be at the Sound Healers Convention in Los Angeles.Key Takeaways for this Episode(0:00:01) How to take a “soul selfie” (0:13:31) The role of chakras in finding peace (0:18:58) Setbacks as opportunities for growth (0:28:47) Honoring personal journeys for healing (0:57:17) Parenthood as a source of joy and revelation(01:09:31) Sound healers in Los AngelesLinks:Londrelle's BooksSunflower SoulEternal Sunshine Self-Care Package: Healing Through The ChakrasVibrate Higher Daily: Live Your PowerWebsite and Social MediaLondrelle's websiteLondrelle's InstagramLondrelle's SpotifyYouTubeEternal Sunshine app on the App StoreLondrelle's AppGLO classes: Kia Miller's Chakra SeriesClass 1Class 2  Class 3  Class 4Class 5Class 6Class 7Class 8

“In order for you to get different results, you're gonna have to do different things, say different things, act different ways, be around different people. The reason someone listens to The Leaders Lab is because they get exposed to different ideas about what it means to be a leader in the world…”If you've been following the podcast for a while, you'll understand why I love inviting back our guest for this week. He is, to me, a friend, a mentor, a teacher, and an overall amazing human being who just speaks to our audience on so many levels and always is able to leave us with insights that are very useful not only in our roles as leaders, but in life in general.This week, we bring you Part 2 of a 2-part series that will explore the question “Does Life Happen To Me, For Me, or Through Me?”. If you missed Part 1, which was released last week, feel free to check it out wherever you subscribe and download your favorite podcasts.ABOUT OUR GUESTTommy Rosen is one of the pioneers in the field of yoga and recovery assisting others to holistically transcend addictions of all kinds. As the founder of Recovery 2.0, Tommy authored a book by the same name which has become a best seller in its category. I see it as a modern-day manual for coping with any addictive behavior and for living on a path of discovery. The R20 community supports that path by providing universal meetings, seminars, coaching, and online courses to help people live their best lives. Membership in R20 is less than $1.00 per day. Tommy also has a podcast called “In the Circle” available wherever you are listening now. Tommy and his wife, yoga teacher, Kia Miller, live in California, where they teach yoga and grow organic vegetables in their backyard.You can learn more about Tommy and his work here: https://r20.com/ABOUT OUR HOSTKen Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team at Theleaderslab.coYou can learn more about Ken and his team at theleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

“When life is happening to me, I am a victim by design. I am at the mercy of external circumstances that I perceive to be beyond my control. When life is happening for me, I am in the driver seat of my life. Now I have the power to do something. When life is happening through me, I have the sense of being used in the best way, of being put to work in the best way.”If you've been following the podcast for a while, you'll understand why I love inviting back our guest for this week. He is, to me, a friend, a mentor, a teacher, and an overall amazing human being who just speaks to our audience on so many levels and always is able to leave us with insights that are very useful not only in our roles as leaders, but in life in general.This week, we bring you Part 1 of a 2-part series that will explore the question “Does Life Happen To Me, For Me, or Through Me?”, which will be followed by Part 2 next week.ABOUT OUR GUESTTommy Rosen is one of the pioneers in the field of yoga and recovery assisting others to holistically transcend addictions of all kinds. As the founder of Recovery 2.0, Tommy authored a book by the same name which has become a best seller in its category. I see it as a modern-day manual for coping with any addictive behavior and for living on a path of discovery. The R20 community supports that path by providing universal meetings, seminars, coaching, and online courses to help people live their best lives. Membership in R20 is less than $1.00 per day. Tommy also has a podcast called “In the Circle” available wherever you are listening now. Tommy and his wife, yoga teacher, Kia Miller, live in California, where they teach yoga and grow organic vegetables in their backyard.You can learn more about Tommy and his work here: https://r20.com/ABOUT OUR HOSTKen Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team at theleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

Glo instructor Kia Miller recounts her transformative journey of self-discovery through yoga and meditation. She describes how her Kundalini practice helped reframe her sense of self and examine limiting beliefs.Kia shares how a summer-long spiritual retreat surfaced deep-seated negative patterns. As her practice unfolded, she began releasing layers of self-doubt and reconnecting with core human emotions like joy, fear, anger, and sadness.Listen as Kia and host Derik Mills discuss yoga's potential to align our body, mind, and spirit. Kia draws comparisons between humans and musical instruments - both capable of beautiful vibrations when aligned. As their conversation continues, you'll join an enlightening exploration of dreams and Kundalini kriyās, learn about yoga's power to disrupt negative patterns, and its potential to bring out our deeper wisdom.Key Takeaways for this Episode1. (0:00:00) - Inner life exploration through yoga, self-healing, and emotional awareness. 2. (0:18:40) - The infinite journey: The impact of yoga on personal transformation and self-discovery.3. (0:23:49) - Kundalini yoga and kriyās: Shifting the autonomic nervous system and awakening energy.4. (0:37:22) - Yoga and elevated states of consciousness: Overcoming self-doubt and negative patterns.5. (0:47:08) - Kriyās for personal growth: transforming our state of being and healing the mind.Links:Kia's websiteKia's InstagramGLO classes:Kia Miller on Glo

Empower yourself through an enlightening exploration of consciousness evolution, as we and our esteemed guest, Kia Miller, probe the depths of yoga and wellness practices. Guaranteeing an insightful look, we dissect the challenges of inherited consciousness and cultural conditioning, acknowledging the patterns that hold us hostage. Yet, there is hope as yoga and wellness practices offer a path to breaking free from these cycles, encouraging a shift in awareness. Listen as we unravel the two core desires within the yoga tradition that can enlighten our understanding of ourselves. Join us on this voyage of awakening as we dive deeper into radical self-honesty and the power of consciousness. Uncover the secrets to mastering your mind as we, guided by Kia Miller, navigate the complex realm of self-understanding within the yogic context. Discover the virtue in humility and honesty, leading to a decrease in self-absorption. The intriguing concept of the hundred monkey idea is touched upon, shedding light on how collective efforts towards raising consciousness can uplift us all. In our conclusion, we emphasize the role of spiritual experiences in yoga and the paramount significance of discernment in our pursuit of freedom. We, guided by Kia's expertise, explore how chanting, breathwork, and mantras can rewire the brain and open pathways to novel perceptions. Reflect on the crucial need for substance in our practices and the translation of spiritual experiences to others. We invite you to this enlightening conversation that helps you refine your spiritual goals, discern what's right, and learn to optimize your time. This episode is a treasury of wisdom and practical insights to assist your evolution and quest for freedom. (0:00:04) - Yoga and Wellness Consciousness Evolution (0:11:47) - Radical Self-Honesty and Consciousness Power (0:20:18) - Importance of Spiritual Experiences in Yoga (0:31:37) - The Importance of Discernment for Freedom Want to connect further? Instagram: www.instagram.com/radhika_dasa/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/radhikadasmusic YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/RadhikaDas Website: www.radhikadas.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/radhikadas Linktree: linktr.ee/radhika_dasa

Kundalini yoga is a deeply spiritual practice. In fact, many say that the Kundalini process can lead to a spiritual awakening. And while spiritual enlightenment sounds like a really good thing, it can come with a whole lot of intense experiences (headaches, nausea, YUCK). The way that yoga talks about this spiritual experience is through the Kundalini process, where prana (life force energy) moves through the subtle body (aka your spinal column) until it reaches the Sahasrara Chakra at the top of your head… …to awaken Kundalini. Before you go chasing the Kundalini experience (like I did), take some time to get acquainted with the Kundalini awakening process. There are a few things you should know about awakened Kundalini, first. And then I'll share my tips on how to use this ancient practice to achieve your own spiritual awakening too. So buckle up. We are about to embark on a spiritual journey.

Known in the yoga world as THE teachers' teacher, Annie Carpenter (@anniecarpentersmartflow) shares her story with Anne, who has been an avid student, first via online platform Glo.com, before attending live Zoom classes and IRL workshops with her in 2022. Annie's journey starts in Virginia, but she tells Anne how she found her path early on with dance, leading her to the Martha Graham company and New York City. From getting a scholarship to working at the junior company and briefly joining the main company, Annie found a calling in what she refers to as authentic self-movement and in teaching at the Martha Graham Center. An introvert, she shares with Anne how yoga became an essential part of her life, thanks to Integral yoga (Swami Satchidananda's school) which felt like a refuge from the competitiveness of the dance world.Annie explains how after a trip to LA and a conversation with her teacher Maty Ezraty, she impulsively relocated to the West Coast and turned to teaching yoga full time, training at Yoga Works under Maty and Lisa Walford. They go on to talk about teaching, about Annie's movement principles and energy, how to create inspiration for students, and why Annie founded her own yoga school, Smart Flow Yoga. Annie also shares why continuing to evolve is essential, as well as learning to let go of preconceived notions. She explains how she has learnt to tap into her students' expectations rather than relying on her own. Now based in Northern California, the teacher, who turned 65 this year, also talks about the stages of life, or ashrams, and she is learning to ‘retire' whatever is not supportive in her practice. Quoting Noam Chomsky, she says: "If you are teaching today what you were teaching five years ago, either your field is dead, or you are.” Annie also reveals  her passion for bird-watching, her mindfulness and pranayama practices, and how learning to be still was the doorway to her meditation practice. Finally, she answers the most delicate and profound question of all, one that Annie regularly asks her students: who is Annie? A joyous, profoundly thoughtful and inspiring interview. Enjoy! ***You can find Annie at https://www.smartflowyoga.com/about-annie-carpenter/on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anniecarpentersmartflow/and on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/annie.carpenter1And all details for her upcoming class schedule and teacher trainings are available here  - https://www.smartflowyoga.com/or find Annie's classes on Glo - https://www.glo.com/Selected links from episodeMartha Graham on Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martha_GrahamAnd https://marthagraham.org/The classic piece Appalachian Spring - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nM5-CsI713gIntegral Yoga - https://integralyoga.org/Savasana pose - https://www.yogapedia.com/definition/6582/savasanaAli McGraw Yoga, Mind & Body - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmW5Og4VBg8Eric Schiffman - https://erichschiffmann.com/Sally Kempton - https://www.sallykempton.com/Swami Satchidananda - https://integralyoga.org/founder/Maty Ezrati - https://matyezraty.com/Kia Miller - https://www.kiamiller.com/Triyoga London - https://triyoga.co.uk/Diana Rilov - https://www.dianarilov.com/Feldenkreis - https://feldenkrais.com/Alexander Technique - https://alexandertechnique.com/Bonnie Bainbridgecohen - https://bonniebainbridgecohen.com/The Glo Podcast - https://podcast.glo.com/The yoga sutras of Patanjali - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoga_Sutras_of_PatanjaliSiddhis - https://www.thecontemplativelife.org/blog/yoga-sutras-patanjali-siddhis-mystic-powersThe prothonotary warbler - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prothonotary_warblerSlow birding, the book by Joan E. Strassmann - https://www.amazon.com/Slow-Birding-Science-Enjoying-Backyard/dp/B09SN7L7WMScrub jays - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California_scrub_jayThe four ashrams of life - https://yogasvi.com/the-four-ashrams-of-life/Abhinivesha - https://www.yogapedia.com/definition/5533/abhiniveshaAnnie's favourite word 'molt' - https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moltOut of the Clouds' playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Viqm1uiiHtM5Y0FwTCtFR?si=9c1d46979d784abaAnnie's choice for what song best represents her is I'll Take You There by the Staple Singers - https://open.spotify.com/track/5xHfZxFBcMA2akGVMM1bdk?si=fb01ff20b53c42b7An Immense world by Ed Yong https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59575939-an-immense-world***If you enjoyed this episode, click subscribe for more, and consider writing a review of the show on Apple Podcasts, we really appreciate your support and feedback. And thank you  so much for listening! For all notes and transcripts, please visit Out Of The Clouds on Simplecast - https://out-of-the-clouds.simplecast.com/  Sign up for Anne's email newsletter for more from Out of the Clouds at https://annevmuhlethaler.com. Follow Anne: IG: @_outoftheclouds or  @annvi   

Kia Miller is someone who lives a radiant and integrated life! She brings the inside to the outside world and in her meditations she brings the outside into her room. Sometimes that's as simple as opening a window, even on the coldest of winter mornings. Kia describes her childhood as a paradise on the Falkland Islands amidst millions of sheep and a handful of shepherds and children. A paradise broken by tracer fire and the simple act of soldiers dying in front of her. Death is such a common denominator to life; yet somehow continues to mystify and shock us all at once. Beginning her journey with a deep dive into the Ashtanga method, Kia started to explore other forms of asana practice, Iyengar, Vinyasa, and finally immersed herself fully into the Kundalini Yoga lineage. She's integrated her experiences to create a radiant body and deeply integrated life through her study and practice of asana, meditation, and dynamic vibrating pranayama, she not only spends time on her mat, but lives the yoga each and every day. At any rate, she had to run, giggling and delighted with our quick chat. She promises to come back and chat again about her rip roaring life of modelling shoots, documentary film, and kundalini classes with supermodels in LA. What a cosmic creature! JANUARY 7, 2023 AWAKEN YOUR SPIRITUAL VISION FOR A NEW YEAR! - ONLINE WORKSHOP SAVE YOUR SPOT - harmonyslater.com/new-year-yoga-workshop MY INNER CIRCLE MEMBERSHIP CLOSING SOON! FIND OUT HOW TO JOIN - harmonyslater.com/inner-circle-membership Struggling with burnout and exhaustion? Looking to reconnect to your passion, find greater purpose, and tap into that unlimited source of creative energy? I'm opening up 3 spots inside my 2023 coaching program. I'd love to connect with you to see if we would be a good fit to work together. Fill out an application form. - harmonyslater.com/coaching FIND OUT MORE ABOUT KIA INSTAGRAM I YOUTUBE I FACEBOOK I WEBSITE - kiamiller.com The Finding Harmony Podcast is hosted, edited and produced by Harmony Slater and co-hosted by Russell Case. A big heart of thanks to our friends, family, and students from around the world, who've generously supported this podcast through your comments, sharing, and financial donations. If you've enjoyed today's podcast, please consider supporting our future episodes by making a donation. Every little bit goes a long way and we are immensely grateful for any and all of your support. Make A Donation - harmonyslater.com/donate Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! ❤ Give us a 5★ rating!

Welcome Kia Miller the Wonderful! An internationally celebrated yoga teacher and human being. Founder of Radiant Body Yoga, a holistic approach that honors the healing and transformational potential within yoga. She is radiant and joyful and brings a unique uplifting perspective to life. In this Joyful podcast, we explore "living in the wow", being joyful, be responsible, and being a contribution in life. Kia translates kundalini yoga: What is it? What it does? And Why is so effective in accessing joy in the midst of fear and uncertainty. She takes on questions of social etiquette, privilege and limiting beliefs, tenacity in yoga practice, and the great reminder to see life as extraordinary and not take the yoga path or ourselves too seriously! Kia's thoughts: By releasing mental projections, the subtle little wows are more lasting and joyful than needing the big Wows. The beauty of Kundalini yoga is we use the physical body to access our energy/prana (life force). We work the physical body and amplify the wattage of the physical body to access the mental and emotional body and ultimately land in joy and gratitude. The game of kundalini is to meet our conditioned beliefs like "this is too hard" or "why am I doing this? and then overcome them and choose whether to continue with the story or let it go. "There are two waves happening in the collective: one of fear and the other that is taking deep dive and looking inside. The yoga texts say the outer joys are fleeting, whereas the inner joy is enduring. She encourages us to take one consciousness breath and step at a time, to forge a path with our consciousness actions and to show up to life in the best way we possibility can. We must surface distractions and the fluctuations of the mind, apply steady dedicated focus (apyasa) and attention over time while remembering not to take ourselves and the path too seriously even though we need to start with building devotion (energy in motion).

In this podcast, host Sam Balooch takes a turn into the world of spiritual science. Kia Miller, yoga teacher, writer, lover of life and founder of Radiant Body Yoga, shares her uncanny understanding of the human body though movement and meditation.   SHOW NOTES They discuss: What Radiant body means and how Kia teaches this to her students.The science of kundalini and the influence of it in both their lives. Kia Miller gets deep into the spiritual science of the nervous system and how it relates to yoga.Sam Balooch and Kia miller discuss yogic and spiritual techniques that they both use in their teachings.Kia also shares an inside look to her journey in achieving the Yogi status she has achieved.

Brett Larkin is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community, empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive online yoga teacher training programs. She teaches to a social media following of over 400,000 people. Her content on YouTube is streamed for three million minutes each month.  Brett, how are you today? Brett Larkin: I'm well, thanks so much for having me. Excited to be here. Vincent Ferguson: Well, thank you for taking time out from your busy schedule to be here today. But before we talk about your company, Uplifted Yoga, tell my listeners more about your personal journey into health and wellness. Where did it all begin for Brett Larkin? Brett Larkin: I'm someone who has suffered a lot of anxiety, especially in my late teens and early 20s. I felt panicked all the time for no reason. It's hard for me to even really remember back on that period of my life, because I can't even remember how I was functioning, honestly. And for me, yoga ultimately became this doorway that led to a completely different experience of reality, where I was able to be fully present, let go of a lot of the fears and negative predictions, and kind of figure out how my mind had been patterned since I was really young and kind of rewrite a new narrative for myself. So for me, it's been very much both a physical practice, but also something that really changed the way I see the world. There's so much rich philosophy in this practice as well for those who are interested in that. Vincent Ferguson: So what was it about yoga that attracted you to that type of training? Brett Larkin: Well, it's interesting because I was a big naysayer of yoga, maybe like some of your listeners. Vincent Ferguson: Okay. Brett Larkin: As a child, I was a ballet dancer. I was very into kind of hardcore dance and very intense training. So I always thought yoga was sort of for losers who just wanted to stretch and sing, and I kind of naysay the whole thing, but then I had a dance injury and I started exploring Pilates. And I had a boyfriend at the time who said, "Hey, this is interesting. You are really into Pilates." And he and I have been kind of dabbling in a little bit of meditation. "So, Pilates and meditation, why don't we try yoga? That would be really great for you. It makes a lot of sense." But I was like, "Absolutely not. That's for weak people. I'm super strong, I'm a dancer." But he kind of encouraged me to go. Brett Larkin: And so, my first yoga experience was with Bikram yoga, which some of your listeners may be familiar with or have done, it's super hot, I think it's 105 degrees or more room to do a set of postures. There's a mirror so you can really analyze your form and it's a very intense experience. And so, that actually was the yoga that resonated with me the most at first, because it was kind of the most familiar to me in that it felt like a really intense dance or training experience type of class with the mirror and everything. So that was sort of my gateway, my first yoga experience. Brett Larkin: So it was very much about the physical and the sweat and everyone's different and is going to find a different style of yoga that meets you where you are in this moment. So I always really encourage people, don't write off yoga like I did until you try a lot of different styles because there's so many flavors out there. More than I think people are even aware of. And of course, that first Bikram journey led to then a much deeper exploration where I ended up eventually trying every style and studying with every school and it spurred a whole exploration from there, but that was my initial starting point. Vincent Ferguson: Bikram yoga. Wow. Brett Larkin: Yeah. Vincent Ferguson: Every time I hear it, I cringe, because I know it's very hot. Brett Larkin: It's so hot. It's funny because I mean, I haven't done Bikram yoga now in probably 10 years, but that was my entry point. So that's another thing I encourage people to be open to is the style of yoga you start with, or that you might be attracted to initially might not be the one you end up sticking with long-term. So it's important to have an open mind and kind of be ready to go on the journey. Vincent Ferguson: And I was going to ask you what type of yoga would you recommend for a beginner to try? Because I think if someone exposed me to Bikram yoga right away, that would have turned me off completely. Brett Larkin: Right. So my recommendation as strange as it sounds, would be to do a lot of experimentation. I think one of the things I see happen a lot is someone will go to the yoga studio closest to their house, or they'll do one YouTube video routine. And if they don't like it, they kind of just write off yoga as a whole, which would kind of be like writing off speaking when you've only sampled one language. Think about how many languages there are in our world and dialects and things. So I really, really encourage people to kind of approach it like you'd approach finding a mate. You're going to date a bunch of different people and sometimes it's going to work out and sometimes it's not and you just want to have fun. So, to kind of sample a lot of different styles... And I actually have a little challenge on my YouTube, where it's called “Find Your Style.” Brett Larkin: And I introduce people to five different styles over five days, because that was one of the things that I saw really prevented people from enjoying this practice. They just kind of have one impression of it and then think that was the whole story. When really, there's Restorative, there's Vinyasa, there's Hatha. Even within that Hatha word, there's Ashtanga, there's gentle yoga. There's Viniyoga. I mean, it just goes on and on and on. So I really believe there's something for everyone. And I think you need to really think about who you are, what your background is. Brett Larkin: If you're more that intense athlete person like I was, trying to do yin or gentle yoga, it's probably just going to be too far from where you are right now to maybe appreciate it. So you might want to start with a more athletic style, like Bikram or Ashtanga. If you're someone who has no fitness background whatsoever, those styles are going to be insane, right? You might want to start with yin, or even restorative yoga, or something very beginner gentle hatha, just to kind of gently get your body moving. So it's really like a dating game, I guess. Date all the styles of yoga. Try all the teachers in your area. Vincent Ferguson: I like that. Brett Larkin: Yeah. That's my biggest tip for everyone. Vincent Ferguson: Great tip. I like that advice, I truly do. Now, would you say that yoga is a lifestyle or just a way to exercise and meditate? Brett Larkin: Oh, that's such a loaded question. It's so interesting because when we look back at a lot of the ancient texts, what we see is that yoga was being written about as a means to achieve enlightenment. Right? Or a means to connect to whatever is beyond this plane of consciousness that we live in. And that the physical postures and the breath are all kind of a tool, a medium for that bigger aim. And then over the years, a lot of the physical piece of yoga got fused with a lot of the aerobics movement that was happening in the 70s and 80s. And there's sort of a modern yoga that's emerged that's in many ways quite different than what we see displayed in the yoga sutras or the hatha yoga pradipika or something like that. Brett Larkin: So, it's really what I think, is it's what you want to take out of it. If you just want to use yoga to improve your breathing and just really think of it as a breathing practice or a mindfulness practice that helps with stress reduction, you can view it through that lens by putting on that pair of glasses and looking at the body of work that is yoga through that framework. And there's so many great mindfulness-based programs or anxiety reduction programs, many that have huge scientific studies from major universities behind them now. Brett Larkin: For other people, right, you might be actually drawn to yoga because of the spiritual side of it. Right? You're kind of resonating with maybe the chanting or what's called Bhakti yoga, the yoga of devotion. You're looking to connect to something bigger, and that's available too. Then others are more, I just want to use this for cross training. Right? This is something that is going to improve my overall fitness and they're more focused on the postures. So it's kind of this buffet where again, finding the right teacher and the right style is so important because different styles bring in more, like Kundalini yoga, for example, which I do a lot of now is pulling in a ton of the chanting, the spirituality, all those things. So if someone's not interested in that, that's not going to be the right style for them right now. Right? Brett Larkin: So it's a buffet. And so I think you can make it a lifestyle, you can make it a religion if you want to, or you can really just see it as something like Pilates or breath work that is helping whether it's cross training or helping with anxiety. Pull out what works for you and try not to label the practice as a whole. Vincent Ferguson: So, basically yoga can be mental, spiritual, or physical. Brett Larkin: Yeah. And I think in its most beautiful form, it's all three, but that's not always... People aren't always either ready or wanting that. In which case you can completely divide it up. And like I said, it's like a buffet. Just take what works for you and leave the rest. Vincent Ferguson: Huh. Again, excellent advice. Now, do you associate yoga with Hinduism? Brett Larkin: Well, that goes back to a little bit what we talked about earlier, where, when we look at the origins of yoga, it did develop in India, Southeast Asia and these countries later, much, much later than when the yoga texts were written by the Brahmin sages. Much, much later, these are areas of the world that developed into different religions. Right? We see Buddhism, we see Hinduism, but most of the yoga texts, and I'm not as much an expert on this as some people like some of my teachers, but they predate a lot of what these religions look like now in the modern world. So, I think you can practice yoga without dabbling in Hinduism at all. For those that are interested in those connections, there are certain texts and gods and goddesses and chants where you can forge that connection. So again, it's really up to you. Brett Larkin: Again, I think the biggest maybe thing that I hope to share is yoga as a word, what does that even mean anymore? Right? It almost... It's like if we took a word like aerobic exercise, I mean, there's so many different forms of how that looks. A long time ago, we probably didn't even need to do it because we were hunter gatherers and running around all the time and then it emerged and it looked like fencing or something. And then it changed. And then it looked like a gym or kind of some of the stuff we see now. It's the same with yoga. Even the way yoga was practiced in the ancient times was so different depending on what region it was practiced in. For example, up in the Himalayas originally, where people were relatively safe, they were up in the mountains, cave dwelling, they practiced a very meditative type of yoga that was focused more on kind of the spiritual aspects and seated meditation. Brett Larkin: If we look at people who were living more at the border where the Mongols were at these times, thousands and thousands of years ago, their yoga was much more like what we see as Ashtanga yoga today. Very athletic because the military was actually doing it. It was training for them because they lived in a place where war was constantly breaking out and they needed to defend themselves. So even when we go way back in time, it's not like there's one style or one definition of what these practices are. It was very much variable based on people's kind of lifestyle and what, again, they needed to take out of the practice or what made sense to take out of the practice. I don't know if that's helpful to think about, but- Vincent Ferguson: It is, it is. Brett Larkin: It's a broad perspective. Keep a broad perspective is what I say. Vincent Ferguson: Amazing. Yes. So it's not just one piece, it's a broad potpourri or whatever they call it. You know what I'm saying? Brett Larkin: Yeah, exactly. Vincent Ferguson: Now in yoga, you often do you often hear the word chakra. Brett Larkin: Chakra, yes. Vincent Ferguson: Yes. What are they and how do they affect our daily lives? Brett Larkin: So chakra is, I think of them as programs, they're considered energy centers. So, some of your listeners may be familiar with traditional Chinese medicine or acupuncture, which is really mainstream now. I think most insurance even covers acupuncture. So, the Chinese medicine system, they work with these acupuncture... They call it meridians, right? These lines in the body. And the yogic system, instead of calling those channels meridians, they call them nadis. But it's the same thing. It's basically a pathway of energy in the body. So there's the heart meridian, the liver meridian, all these things. So the systems are the same, just using different words. Brett Larkin: And then in the yogic system, a chakra is where we see a lot of these meridians or nadis intersecting. So if you imagine a rotary in a busy street or town, right, where all the cars are coming together, all the roads are coming together in this big rotary. Those areas of the body get pulled out in the yogic philosophy as these energetic hubs. And the word chakra literally translates to wheel or disc. And I think of them as like a program, because each of them resides in a different area along your spine and sort of governs a different... Saying it's an area of your life is an oversimplification, but deals with a different realm of how you interact with the world. Brett Larkin: So for example, your root chakra at the very base of your spine is very much associated with your sense of safety. Your security. Are your needs being met? Are you getting enough food? Are you getting enough sleep? Things like that. While something like your throat chakra, which is obviously much higher up, is dealing with how well do you communicate? How well do you listen? Do you have trouble speaking up? Or are you kind of the over-boisterous type who doesn't let other people get a word in edgewise? Right? So each of us have these unique energy centers that are manifesting in different ways, that kind of result in how our life unfolds, right? Brett Larkin: So you might just be like, "Well, that's my personality. That's the way I am." But what yoga kind of teaches us is if you want to investigate these energy centers or work with them, you can kind of reprogram them. So just like when you sometimes get an update, I have an iPhone, but I think Android is the same. Every six months, there's a new operating system, right? Download the new system. So, we can be unaware of these energy centers and just operate the way we do. Or we can be like, "Hey, I want to rewrite my programming around safety and getting enough sleep. Or I want to rewrite how I act and give and receive love in relationships by working with my heart chakra." Brett Larkin: So it's just an opportunity to bring more awareness into your life. And then the beautiful thing about the chakra is you can work with them physically by doing Athena, you can work with them on a meditative level, on a spiritual level. So kind of like we talked about before, there's a lot of different ways you can tap into them. Or you can say, I'm not interested in the subtle body. This is, we're now in the realm of the subtle body of yoga. I just want to stay focused on the athleticism, the yogic postures. For those who don't resonate, they don't even have to go there. Right? It's kind of just this other layer of the practice that you can tap into if you choose to. Vincent Ferguson: I like it. I like it a lot. Can practicing a certain type of yoga, bring abundance into your life or the chakra bring abundance into your life? Brett Larkin: Oh, I definitely think so. Yes, yes, yes. I love working with this theme of abundance and abundance comes ultimately from gratitude. They're linked. So in order to attract abundance, we need to shift into feeling grateful and a sense of gratitude. So there's lots of wonderful practices that can help with that. There's classes on that specific theme. One of the biggest things that yoga helps with is just helping slow us down. So we can't be grateful if we're rushing or stressed. Or I don't know, maybe someone out there can be, but I know for me, when I'm rushing and stressed, I'm not in a state of gratitude or reverence. I'm usually not being very kind to my family members who are near me. So, counteracting that rushing and counteracting that stress and anxiety I think is so pivotal as a first step, to even allow someone to slow down. Right? Step into those feelings of, what am I grateful for? Brett Larkin: And what really separates yoga from all other forms of exercise is the focus on the breathing, the breath. So, no matter what style you use, if people are feeling overwhelmed listening to this, honestly it kind of doesn't matter because all the styles have this common thread of using the breath to calm the nervous system; to shift into what we call the parasympathetic nervous system, which is more of our rest and digest functions, instead of being always on kind of stressed out, orange alert, which is where we live most of our lives by default, just because of the way our society is set up and functions. So much is being asked of us, especially with technology, and we're bombarded with information. Vincent Ferguson: Yes, we are. Brett Larkin: So, that's the biggest thing. Just doing any kind of yoga, really doing the breathing. And if you commit to it, you'll see after most yoga classes you feel calmer. Right? You feel more grounded. You're feeling more in your whole body instead of just living up in your head with all your thoughts spinning. And that's usually how people are like, "Oh, I like this feeling," and how they end up coming back to classes. Vincent Ferguson: How do you find a good yoga instructor? What should you look for? Brett Larkin: It's a great question. I think someone who's talking a lot about the breath would be really important. I think someone who is constantly kind of challenging you to play, instead of saying the posture has to look just one way, kind of giving you a couple different options. That's what I really like and look for in instructors. So instead of it being really dogmatic and rigid, kind of being more about finding your personal edge, because a lot of these athena, these kind of an alphabet of the yoga postures are going to look different on different people. Right? Depending our height and our weight and our background and our prior athletic experience. Brett Larkin: So I think someone who's really encouraging you to explore rather than saying you have to get to this exact thing, is something that I would recommend looking for. Someone who's talking a lot about the breath. And then, honestly, just someone who resonates with you. That's the most important thing. We all are going to have different teachers who resonate with us at different points in our journey. So your job is again, to just kind of do that dating work I talked about and find the one who's going to meet you where you are right now. Vincent Ferguson: Yes, yes. That was really good. Now, Brett, you're not just another yoga teacher or instructor. You are what we call the gold or platinum standard, the creme de la creme of teachers. But from where and from whom did you get your training? Brett Larkin: So I studied with Alan Finger, who is such an incredible teacher. He was the original co-founder of Yoga Works, which is a huge yoga chain that some people may be familiar with. So he was the person I originally did my training with in New York, and he has just a wonderful background in Viniyoga, it's called. And he has a lot of knowledge about tantra, which isn't anything... You say tantra and people think like tantric sex and weird stuff. No, it's really a deep knowledge of the ancient yoga texts and philosophies. So I absolutely love his work. And Anodea Judith is another huge teacher of mine and inspiration. So she's kind of the world's authority on the chakra system. And she has a PhD. She's done a lot of work integrating the chakras into her work with patients as a psychotherapist. Brett Larkin: So, she is an incredible resource and has lots of books on the chakras for people who are interested. I love... Some of my other teachers Guru Singh, Kia Miller, Elena Brower. Different people again, who resonate with you at different moments. So I think it's really important to find that teacher who resonates with you and then learn as much as you can from them. Embody what they have to share, make it your own, and just keep building your own experience. So yeah, those are some of the people who've been highly influential for me. Vincent Ferguson: So everyone had someone to help them get to where they are today. Correct? Brett Larkin: Absolutely. And in the teacher training programs I run now, that's a lot of what we work on, right, is helping you find your own unique style, your own unique voice. Figuring out what different parts of this lineage and this practice you want to blend together. Do you want to teach something that's very spiritual or do you want to veer away from that? These are all choices that even as instructors, we end up needing to make. Yeah. Vincent Ferguson: I see. Now you call your business Uplifted. Brett Larkin: Yes. Vincent Ferguson: Where did that come from? I don't know. Tell me. Brett Larkin: I don't know either. It's when I started my initial... I mean, it just kind of came to me when I was originally starting my own yoga community and kind of my own style. I noticed that one of the things I was really seeing within the community before it had an official name was just people being so encouraging of one another, kind of really lifting each other up. All the programs and everything I do online is extremely interactive. So whether it's through our app or the trainings, you're not practicing alone. It's always very community-based. If you're moving through a program, it's cohort based, meaning you're with the same students going through an experience at the same time, even though we're online. So there's just a huge comradery. And then, obviously Uplifted is how I feel when I do yoga or after I do yoga. So, that's kind of where the name came from. It just kind of came to me one day. Vincent Ferguson: You followed your gut, your feelings, and you went with it because now it's extremely successful. And how did you get to this point though, Brett? What inspired you to turn your yoga expertise into a business and make it so successful online? Brett Larkin: I think, life is so interesting because I originally started posting videos online because I was too nervous to teach in person. So originally- Vincent Ferguson: You, really? Brett Larkin: Yes. Yes. So back in 2011, it was almost a cop out because I was still trying to build my confidence to audition for studios and that kind of thing. So I ended up teaching a lot online because for me that felt less scary somehow. I didn't really think anyone would watch any of the videos I put up. Now, the YouTube channel has over 400,000 subscribers. Vincent Ferguson: Amazing. Brett Larkin: So it grew madly over the course of time. But I think, kind of how I mentioned before, the community and the connection with the students and seeing how the training, whether it's a training plan they're doing in the Uplifted membership, kind of something smaller that we designed for students, or the full certification program. I think for me, what's most rewarding is really seeing how it affects all areas of their life. I mean, most people who come out of our programs or a part of the community say that the way they're speaking to their kids and their partner is different. The interactions, the relationship, it's a complete shift, not just on the yoga mat, but in kind of how they're experiencing reality, the world. Brett Larkin: Like the same thing I experienced as a young person, once I started having some of these breathing techniques and tools to help me cope with a lot of the anxiety and stress I was feeling. So, I think that's what really drove me. I never really set out to be, "Let's make this a business." It was always, how can we just help and serve more people and connect with more people and grow the community? And I think that's part of what ultimately has made the business successful because it was never really about building some corporate thing or the money or anything like that. It was always sort of just a passion of mine. Almost like a side project and then it just kept getting bigger. And now obviously, it's my full project, but that was never my intention. So, I'm just so grateful to the community because I think it's not just me. It's like A, the team; my team that now supports everything we do. And then our entire infrastructure of all our graduates, all our alumni, all our students. I mean, they're just the most incredible people. Vincent Ferguson: Do your students come from all across the country or any one particular area? Brett Larkin: They come from all over the world. It is so incredible. Vincent Ferguson: The world. Brett Larkin: Yes. I was in the Facebook group for one of our trainings yesterday and it's like, Poland, Russia. We've shipped our training manuals to Zimbabwe. It's crazy. And then, of course, I mean, we have a lot of people in the United States, but I would say 30-35% international and from everywhere. It's amazing. Vincent Ferguson: Unbelievable, Brett. Brett Larkin: Yeah. Vincent Ferguson: Wow. I knew you were a rockstar, but wow. That's amazing. Brett Larkin: Well, it's really fun because it makes the training experience so incredible because you're getting these perspectives from people all over the world, which is so different than just doing something that's local. I mean, that has a beauty to it too, but I think that's been something. I mean, every time we run a training, I learn so much from the students. I always tell them that. Right? Because they just have such different backgrounds and so many diverse ideas and it's just, really makes it really rich. Yeah. Vincent Ferguson: But is there a problem because of the language barrier? Brett Larkin: No. One of the things that a lot of our international students appreciate is everything is recorded. So, when you sign up for a training, you get prerecorded content, whether as a student or a teacher, there's a lot of prerecorded content. So they can re-watch, they can slow down. But even everything that we do live is, they also get recordings to all of that. And then they have the manual to follow along. So for a lot of them, they're more comfortable with written English as opposed to spoken. So obviously, you need to know English. I mean, otherwise it's not going to work. They've said it's actually really nice because if something's confusing, they could just rewind. Right? Or listen to it again, which makes it in some ways better than actually a live training where you don't have that option to press pause. Vincent Ferguson: Wow. What an amazing model, business model, that you have going and I can speak for hours about it because it's just very, very exciting to me and interesting how you were able to do this. But at this particular time our country and the world is going through the Coronavirus pandemic, and it's been a very challenging time, mentally, spiritually, physically, and financially for some people. But are more people turning to yoga to help them deal with the stress of these times? Brett Larkin: I think so. I mean, just looking at pure data, we saw a huge spike in the interest in yoga, the interest in online yoga, the interest in online yoga trainings during this time of the pandemic. A lot of that is because a lot of people who I think didn't consider studying online suddenly were sort of forced to because there was no other option. Vincent Ferguson: Yes, of course. Brett Larkin: But I do think there's a bigger theme of people realizing that we need support structures. We need a home practice more than ever that really supports us during these times of intense stress. And if you look at everything with yoga, from the 1950s until now, it has only grown, it has never dipped. Whether we look at the success of Lulu Lemon or yoga studios or the interest in the keyword online. I mean, it just goes up and up and up because I think it's just becoming more mainstream, and more and more people are figuring out that they can kind of connect with it in whatever way they want. And that it's really the ultimate life hack to deal with uncertainty, anxiety, and coming back to the breathing and all the science that's backing up how important that is. So, I think it's growing because of the pandemic, but it was growing before that, and I think it's just going to keep growing. Vincent Ferguson: Well, I think so, too. And as I shared earlier with you, before we started recording the interview, I run a nonprofit organization whose focus is on obesity prevention for families, especially children. Do you recommend yoga for children as well? And if so, what age should parents introduce yoga to their kids? Brett Larkin: I definitely recommend yoga for kids. I do yoga with my own. It's wonderful, wonderful and you can just introduce it simply by inviting... I mean, even when you just invite a child or anyone to take a deep breath, that's yoga. Right? That's a core yoga concept. So for kids, I think what works best is, or for little kids, is to do the different poses that relate to the different animals, like lion's pose or butterfly pose. They absolutely love that, because it's just like you're playing around on the floor and kind of introducing them to the idea of moving their body. And then songs and music are a wonderful, wonderful way. There's so many great yoga kids' albums that again, just get kids moving, acting like animals. And then before bed is always a really nice time. Brett Larkin: I always invite my son to do deep breathing with me before bed. He doesn't even know we're doing yoga. Right? We do deep breathing. I put my hand on his belly. I encourage him to breathe into his belly. Something we see with people who have different medical conditions or maybe are struggling with obesity is often that they're a reciprocal inhibited breather. So if you're a reciprocal inhibited breather, what that means is your diaphragm isn't operating in a way that's the most anatomically efficient for your body. And it means that you're not getting as much oxygen, as much breath, as you could be. It's like you're getting 20 or 30% instead of say 80 or 90% each time you breathe in. Which leads to short, shallow, rapid breathing over time, that can just end up feeling normal unless we kind of counteract and try to correct that. Brett Larkin: So, people can Google or look up diaphragmatic breathing or belly breathing, but that's something that I would work on for yourself, but also really with your kids because it calms them down. And it's kind of insuring that they're going to have a breath pattern that... And what's interesting is breathing in this way has actually been linked to reducing obesity. Vincent Ferguson: Really? Brett Larkin: Yes, and restorative yoga as well. There's been great studies on this. So, I think a big takeaway for the obesity focus is it doesn't have to be hardcore athletic yoga that helps reduce or aids in weight loss, let's say. Actually these restorative, simply lying down, focusing on your breath-based practices, have a huge effect as well in weight loss. Yeah, it's incredible. Vincent Ferguson: This was an awesome interview, Brett. Where can my listeners find out more about Brett Larkin? Brett Larkin: So you can simply Google my name, Brett Larkin. You'll find YouTube videos, you'll find our website. Or upliftedyoga.com will get you to kind of our members' area. I have over a thousand free videos on YouTube, so you can practice with me any time. And then if you want to go deeper, we have so many courses and designed experiences with a lot of interaction for both students, the student community, and people who are looking to teach. So, that would be the next step. I'd love to practice with some of your listeners on YouTube. So hopefully they can look me up, Brett Larkin, and find a class that works for them. https://www.brettlarkin.com/300-hour-online-yoga-teacher-training/   Vincent Ferguson: And on social media- Brett Larkin: Yeah. Mainly YouTube, Facebook and Instagram. So, yeah. And the same, Brett Larkin yoga will get you there. Vincent Ferguson: Perfect. Now Brett Larkin, let me just say on behalf of my organization, Body Sculpt of New York and Six Weeks to Fitness, I truly want to thank you for coming on my show today. Brett Larkin: Thank you so much for having me. It's been a pleasure. Vincent Ferguson: You are amazing. To my listeners and readers, I truly hope this program was informative and encouraging and inspiring, and that you will continue tuning in to our Six Weeks of Fitness podcast. And if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions for the show, please leave them on my Six Weeks to Fitness blog at www.sixweekstofitness.com or email me at vince@sixweeks.com.

This weeks episode is all about relationships. We touch on what relationship is like when you are supporting someone in recovery and how compassion for self can help support the other. We dive into the world of co-dependancy and how we can shift that state to one of respect, kindness, and love. Both Tommy Rosen and Kia Miller are amazing teachers and model for us the work it takes to move through life in a healthy relationship. Tommy Rosen is a yoga teacher and addiction recovery expert who has spent the last two decades immersed in recovery and wellness. He holds advanced certifications in both Kundalini and Hatha Yoga and has 29 years of continuous recovery from drug addiction. Tommy is the founder of the Recovery 2.0 Global Community, the Recovery 2.0 Online Conference series and the Recovery 2.0 Group Coaching Program. He leads Yoga retreats and workshops internationally and presents regularly at yoga conferences and festivals. Tommy's first book, Recovery 2.0: Move Beyond Addiction and Upgrade Your Life, was published by Hay House in 2014. Tommy Rosen and his wife, yoga teacher Kia Miller, live in Topanga, CA where they grow organic vegetables in their backyard. Kia Miller imparts her radiant spirit and joy for life in her yoga classes, workshops, retreats and teacher trainings throughout the world. Kia has spent over 2 decades studying and practicing. Trained in both Hatha and Kundalini Yoga, Kia offers an inspiring and powerful combination of asana, breath, meditation and chanting that leaves students uplifted and empowered. Her classes will provoke and elevate you to discover new realms of energy and inspire you to experience the joy of going beyond barriers in your own practice and life. Both are amazing individuals and as a couple. More information on both Tommy and Kia below.  Websites: https://www.glo.com/preview/teachers/kia-miller https://r20.com/   Recovery 2.0 Book:  https://amzn.to/32WhzrV  

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In this podcast, host Sam Balooch takes a turn into the world of spiritual science. Kia Miller, yoga teacher, writer, lover of life and founder of Radiant Body Yoga, shares her uncanny understanding of the human body though movement and meditation.

Yvonne Kingsley is on the show today! She is a phenomenal yoga teacher here in San Francisco and a wonderful soul. Yvonne is a dedicated yogi with thousands of hours of training under her belt. She holds a 500HR Vinyasa/Kundalini Teacher Training with Kia Miller and an Advanced 500HR Teacher Training certification with Jason Crandell. We decided to keep it super REAL in this episode. We are talking about our issues of depression, eating disorders and more. We also talk about the tools that we have to get through those hard times. Listen now as we open up about our struggles and finding peace within them. Check out the CHILL app:https://www.chillanywhere.com/2020-meditation-training Mention DANNI and get a free year on their app!MUSIC: Process by 92elmSUPPORT THE SHOW: If you find this podcast valuable you can support it directly by visiting https://dannipomplun.com/support/WRITE A REVIEW: If you like the podcast, please leave a review or rating on iTunes! Click here for a quick and easy guide on how to leave a review on iTunes.Don’t forget to subscribe via: iTunes | Google Play | RSS | Spotify.See you on the mat. Much love and good vibes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I am honored to bring this episode to you today – Kia Miller is one of my most cherished teachers. If you have the opportunity to study with her, you MUST. I was first introduced to Kia Miller by my colleague Yvonne Kingsley. I began my journey with Kia and went to her meditation retreat. I had the most profound retreat I had ever experienced. Kia Miller provides transformational immersions and lives life with such abundant, vibrant energy. She is a phenomenal yoga teacher and I am blessed to have been able to study with her. By the time this episode airs, I will be finishing up a Kundalini Yoga training with Kia Miller in India. I can’t wait to share all of sweet, high vibe energy that comes out of spending time with Kia Miller.Follow Kia on Instagram: @kiamilleryogaFollow Kia on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kiamilleryogaKia Miller's Website: https://www.kiamiller.com/MUSIC: Process by 92elmSUPPORT THE SHOW: If you find this podcast valuable you can support it directly by visiting https://dannipomplun.com/support/WRITE A REVIEW: If you like the podcast, please leave a review or rating on iTunes! Click here for a quick and easy guide on how to leave a review on iTunes.Don’t forget to subscribe via: iTunes | Google Play | RSS | Spotify.See you on the mat. Much love and good vibes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Awakening the Kundalini is something that has intrigued me for some time. Reading about it – it seems to be the holy grail for a Yoga practitioner. There are a number of people who have achieved this state and talk about a gush of energy through the spine. When Kundalini awakens, a person may experience deeper empathy with others, and this empathy can almost become telepathic. There is greater sensitivity, higher energy levels, sometimes psychic abilities or deep knowing, ageing can appear to slow down, creativity and charisma can increase, as can internal peace and knowing. There is a sense of being part of All that Is. The greater mysteries of life are no longer mysteries. So it was exciting to meet Kia Miller – a Kundalini Yoga teacher at the International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh India, the home of Yoga and spirituality. Its absolutely amazing to do Yoga beside the Ganga, absorbing all the positivity! I asked Kia Miller, who has been a model and now a Yoga teacher about her experience with awakening the Kundalini… If you liked what you heard – Id love you to do something. No not a contribution or money – just head over to iTunes – the Podcast section – and give us a five star rating. Also if you have friends who you think would be helped with all this – do share this podcast with them. Do you have a comment – write to me at tandarost@gmail.com. Ive got to thank Atharva Marcom – India’s best public relations firm – who generously support our efforts at The Health Tips Podcast.

Pujya Sadhviji joins an amazing group of Kundalini practitioners and experts including Guru Singh, Tommy Rosen, Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa and moderator Kia Miller for this beautiful summit. It was a chance for her to share her experience with Kundalini, and to offer guidance to new and current practitioners.

In this episode, Jai Dev sits down with internationally renowned yoga teachers Tommy Rosen (Recovery 2.0) and Kia Miller (Radiant Body Yoga, YogaGlo). Their brief but penetrating conversation covers everything from the breaking through of spiritual facades, maintaining an attitude of novelty and freshness decades into a yoga practice, how to find teachers and guides that will serve us well along our life's journey. Tommy and Kia's charm and insight will make you feel like you're sitting down with friends you've known forever. This lovely interview is an invitation to explore your relationship to your practice, your life, and your heart.

Kia Miller is a devoted Yogini and teacher certified in Ashtanga Yoga as well as Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. Her style pulls from multiple yogic disciplines, and is both intuitive and steeped in the traditional aspects of yoga. Kia imparts her wonderful passion for life and well-being in her teaching and views the science and spirituality of Yoga as a path to explore our inner selves and elevate our consciousness, while creating a counter-balance to the stresses of modern life.You can practice with Kia online via glo.com and to view her international schedule click here. Connect with her on IG here.I have practiced with Kia Miller quite a bit and absolutely love her classes! It was awesome having her on the podcast. She is such a wise, knowledgable and lovely person! I hope you enjoy!To support the podcast please visit https://stuartwatkins.org/podcast/kia-miller/Big love!Support the show (https://stuartwatkins.org/podcast/)

BIANCA AND CHANTEL CHAT WITH TOMMY ROSEN AND KIA MILLER. @iambiancaharris @chantelchapman @wcrpodcast @kiamiller @tommyrosen @recovery2.0 Kia is the founder of Radiant body yoga. As a successful model and filmmaker Kia needed something to keep her balanced. She turned to Yoga as was her way to stay centered and nourished through this time. She became a teacher in the vinyasa, ashtanga and kundalini lineages. She now is one of the top teachers on Yoga Glow and leads teacher training retreats all over the world Tommy is one of the pioneers in the field of Yoga and Recovery assisting others to holistically transcend addictions of all kinds. He is the founder of Recovery 2.0. an online and IRL community for addiction recovery. He’s also author of Recovery 2.0: Move Beyond Addiction and Upgrade Your Life. He’s basically a celeb in the recovery world.

Kia Miller is a devoted yogini and yoga teacher. As model and filmmaker, Miller spent a lot of her life travelling around the world. Yoga is what helped keep her centred. She is a certified Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow teacher, as well as a Kundalini Yoga teacher, and has trained with world-renowned teachers in India, Europe and the US. Miller's teaching style pulls from her vast knowledge and experience of multiple yogic disciplines. In this episode, we talk with Miller about how yoga influenced her as a young adult. She shares how the yoga guided her, centred her and helped nourish her throughout her careers as a model and a filmmaker. She also talks about her relationship with various types of yoga and how she connects with them all. This conversation explores not only how yoga can influence our physical body, but our mind and spirit as well. Listen as we discuss how yoga is not only a path to explore our inner selves, but also a way to elevate our consciousness.

For our 26th episode, I had the pleasure to sit down with Kia Miller. Kia is internationally renowned yoga teacher and probably one of the most well-known Kundalini teachers in the West. She teaches workshops, retreats, and several 200- and 300-hour teacher trainings every year. She eventually created Radiant Body Yoga by pulling from multiple yogic disciplines. Rooted in Tantric tradition it mixes Vinyasa Flow and Kundalini with the power of Prayer, Mantra and Meditation in a holistic approach to yoga. Today we sat down to talk about that unique and powerful style.As always, I really appreciate your support. So as you leave a review on iTunes or on your iPhone podcast app, you automatically enter a giveaway. Once more Athleta is supporting this podcast in their effort to ignite a community of strong women who lift each other up, and is giving out a 75$ shop card! If you're not sure how to leave a review, check this article. The winner of our last giveaway is iTunes user MaddyRose16 Thank you for your comment. DM me on Instagram or email me erika.belanger@gmail.com to get your shop card!ABOUT OUR GUEST ​​Kia Miller grew up in the Falkland Islands, riding horses over vast acres of wild land. Moving to England at 15, she soon joyfully discovered yoga and has been studying with world-renowned teachers in India, Europe and the US ever since. She is certified in the Ashtanga / Vinyasa Flow tradition, as well as Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan.Kia is a devoted Yogini and teacher who imparts her wonderful passion for life and well-being in her teaching. Her style pulls from multiple yogic disciplines, and is both intuitive and steeped in the traditional aspects of yoga. Her classes focus on breath, alignment and the interconnection between mind, body and spirit, allowing students to work at their own pace in a safe and transformational environment.Find more about her and her offerings here:website : kiamiller.comIG @kiamilleryogaFacebook @kiamillerQUESTIONS SHE ANSWERED :Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your yoga journey?What is the Kundalini and Radiant Body training about? What is Kundalini yoga, outside than just an other brand of yoga?What are some of the misconceptions about Kundalini? What does it mean to awaken the Kundalini?What does it mean to have a radiant body?What are our key responsibility as a yogi if we want spiritual transformation, if we want kundalini awakening? What’s the real, tangible work of awakening?What is Sadhana? Why is it so important and why practice first thing in the morning?How do we maintain our radiance? Is Sadhna enough?Why does this kind of practice, whether we talk about Kundalini, Radiant Body and a daily Sadhana make up feel so good? Can you explain the biology behind it? What’s happening exactly?During the training, you mentioned how pain and suffering helps us to turn in. Would you share your experience of needing to turn in, tune in and invite awakening in your life?*Edited and mastered by Alexandre Saba See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jamie Lynn Worster is a yoga teacher in Freeport and Portland. In 2008, Jamie was living in Los Angeles where she worked at Yoga Works and also completed her first 200 hour yoga teacher training with Annie Carpenter and Kia Miller. Since then, she has become a yoga health coach and taken many other yoga teacher trainings. For the past decade, Jamie has been on the Maine yoga scene. In addition to teaching yoga, Jamie offers in person training and online courses on creating healthy and sustainable daily habits through the lens of Ayurveda that supports one's radiance. She is committed to creating conscious community and her teachings are filled with warmth and nourishing energy.Jamie created the Radiant Living Community, which includes a ten-week course on radiant living. The next session begins in the spring of 2019, and she is now collaborating with a few other teachers to offer the course in a supportive community. To make it more accessible, it is an online course so you can take it from anywhere and there are group video conference calls along with one-on-one coaching calls. Check out her website for more details at jamielynnworster.com

Welcome to episode 2 PART 2 of Yogakane with Ara Lyman the owner of the Spokane Yoga Shala.   Yogakane (yoga-can) because every BODY can do Yoga, is a podcast all about the amazing Yoga community in the Pacific Northwest. So before this episode Ara and I didn't know each other that well, but we have meant on a number of occasions and when we do we geek out about Yoga.   The last time we did this was at the Northwest Yoga Feast, a Yoga festival in Sagle, ID. Mark your calendars the Northwest Yoga Feast is happening this summer weekend of July 19. Sign up for the festival on their website and follow them on social media.    Anyways, at the feast Ara and I were chatting and before you know it she had me demoing camel pose and she gave me some modifications which have helped me immensely in the pose. Ara and I cover a lot of ground, Ara takes you on her beautiful journey to the Yoga mat. Ara’s initial experience with yoga was very physical. In 2002 after experiencing painful tendinitis in her hamstrings, she sought yoga as relief. Within her first month of regular practice, she knew yoga would always be a part of her life. She began her practice in 2002 as a student of Alison Rubin at Harmony Yoga in Spokane. Alison’s teachings in the Iyengar style continue to influence her instruction. Adherence to precision, finding a healthy sustainable way of accessing the postures and respect for the roots and philosophy of yoga. Her yoga practice and teachings now encompass much more than just the physical body, but she understands that creating a deep connection to the physical self can be a gateway to connecting to the Sat Nam, True You Ara loves to practice and teach many styles of yoga and is currently combining Vinyasa Krama, Kundalini Yoga Kriya and sound healing in “Kundalini Flow” as inspired by her teacher Kia Miller. She has taught the Bikram/Ghosh, Core 26 style since 2010 and holds great respect for the grounding, healing, therapeutic nature of that series while bringing in her own knowledge of physical alignment, the energy body and breath, to allow for the greatest benefits to her students. In Ara’s classes, expect intuitively themed weekly sequences, to sing mantra, to sweat, to be safely physically challenged, to smile, to find your natural rhythm, to connect deeply with your breath in varied pranayama and asana exercises, and to relax into a sound bath savasana with himalayan bowls or the gong. She is a 200E-RYT through Yoga Alliance. She has received a 200hr certification through The Yoga School of Spokane, a 300hr certification through Yarrow Hot Yoga and Wellness Studio, a private Baptiste training with Rhea Slichter and a 200hr Radiant Body Kundalini certification from Kia Miller. Ara has also completed a level 1 sound healing certification in Himalayan singing bowls with Geoffrey Torkington. She is also an accomplished artist with an AFA from Spokane Falls community College. She is a mother of three beautiful boys.   To Learn More about Ara go to the Spokane Yoga Shala    Namaste & Shanti Peace

Welcome to episode 2 PART 1 of Yogakane with Ara Lyman the owner of the Spokane Yoga Shala.   Yogakane (yoga-can) because every BODY can do Yoga, is a podcast all about the amazing Yoga community in the Pacific Northwest. So before this episode Ara and I didn't know each other that well, but we have meant on a number of occasions and when we do we geek out about Yoga.   The last time we did this was at the Northwest Yoga Feast, a Yoga festival in Sagle, ID. Mark your calendars the Northwest Yoga Feast is happening this summer weekend of July 19. Sign up for the festival on their website and follow them on social media.    Anyways, at the feast Ara and I were chatting and before you know it she had me demoing camel pose and she gave me some modifications which have helped me immensely in the pose. Ara and I cover a lot of ground, Ara takes you on her beautiful journey to the Yoga mat.   Ara’s initial experience with yoga was very physical. In 2002 after experiencing painful tendinitis in her hamstrings, she sought yoga as relief. Within her first month of regular practice, she knew yoga would always be a part of her life. She began her practice in 2002 as a student of Alison Rubin at Harmony Yoga in Spokane. Alison’s teachings in the Iyengar style continue to influence her instruction. Adherence to precision, finding a healthy sustainable way of accessing the postures and respect for the roots and philosophy of yoga. Her yoga practice and teachings now encompass much more than just the physical body, but she understands that creating a deep connection to the physical self can be a gateway to connecting to the Sat Nam, True You Ara loves to practice and teach many styles of yoga and is currently combining Vinyasa Krama, Kundalini Yoga Kriya and sound healing in “Kundalini Flow” as inspired by her teacher Kia Miller. She has taught the Bikram/Ghosh, Core 26 style since 2010 and holds great respect for the grounding, healing, therapeutic nature of that series while bringing in her own knowledge of physical alignment, the energy body and breath, to allow for the greatest benefits to her students. In Ara’s classes, expect intuitively themed weekly sequences, to sing mantra, to sweat, to be safely physically challenged, to smile, to find your natural rhythm, to connect deeply with your breath in varied pranayama and asana exercises, and to relax into a sound bath savasana with himalayan bowls or the gong. She is a 200E-RYT through Yoga Alliance. She has received a 200hr certification through The Yoga School of Spokane, a 300hr certification through Yarrow Hot Yoga and Wellness Studio, a private Baptiste training with Rhea Slichter and a 200hr Radiant Body Kundalini certification from Kia Miller. Ara has also completed a level 1 sound healing certification in Himalayan singing bowls with Geoffrey Torkington. She is also an accomplished artist with an AFA from Spokane Falls community College. She is a mother of three beautiful boys.   To Learn More about Ara go to the Spokane Yoga Shala    Namaste & Shanti Peace  

What is Kundalini Yoga and the Aquarian Age? How does Kundalini differ from a Hatha or Vinyasa-style practice? And can these styles of yoga compliment each other? In this conversation with Kundalini yoga teacher, Kia Miller, we explore everything you've been curious about in regards to Kundalini yoga, but been afraid to ask. How do we stay with the practice when Kriyas become challenging or unbearable? Why wear white? Where does Kundalini Yoga end and Sikhism begin? Why chanting? And what do these chants mean? Don't miss this highly informative podcast demystifying the powerful principles behind Kundalini Yoga.   Kia Miller is the founder of Radiant Body Yoga, which has its roots in the ancient Kundalini and Tantric traditions. It encompasses and unites the transformational possibiltiies of Kundalini Yoga, the technical precision of Ashtanga and Iyengar Yoga, and the power of prayer, mantra and meditation. She leads teacher trainings and retreats around the world.   Special Guest: Kia Miller https://www.kiamiller.com/   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!

I had the pleasure of taking one of Kia Miller's workshops this past year which led us through yoga and pranayama practices to build inspiration and creativity. I was so inspired by her workshop I wanted to have her share some of wisdom with you as well. In this conversation, Kia shares her story around her practice and business. She offers tips and advice around staying inspired and brining elements of fun into business which allow it to organically grow. I've created a free handout to go with this episode and help you integrate and implement this wisdom into your yoga career. GET THE FREE HANDOUT TO GO WITH THIS EPISODE: www.yonispeaks.com/podcast-bonuses

“If you have ever had one single thought that you wanted something more for your life, please heed that thought. I believe it is the voice of your own heart asking you to become whole again.”Tommy RosenAddiction doesn't discriminate. It doesn't care how smart you are or how much money you have. Left unchecked, it will destroy your career, decimate your relationships, asphyxiate your aspirations and ultimately bankrupt your soul until you are but a shell of a human being — totally lost, devoid of hope and utterly alone.I've been there. Tommy Rosen has been there too.By the grace of a power greater than ourselves, both Tommy and I found a way out. A solution for sobriety that slowly pieced us back together, made us whole and gave our lives purpose.That solution is the focus of today's conversation.With over twenty-four years of continuous sobriety, Tommy is an addiction recovery expert who has spent the last two decades immersed in yoga, recovery and wellness.He is the author of Recovery 2.0: Move Beyond Addiction and Upgrade Your Life&*, and the founder and host of the Recovery 2.0: Beyond Addiction Online Conference. In addition, he holds certifications in both Kundalini and Hatha Yoga and leads Recovery 2.0 retreats and workshops internationally and presents regularly at yoga conferences and festivals.This is a conversation about Tommy's remarkable path to recovery.It's an intense and at times profound discourse on the ravages of addiction and alcoholism.And it's a master class on the healing journey to becoming whole through the lens of Tommy's expertise, which is utilizing yoga and meditation to empower people to free themselves from the prison of addiction and ultimately build purposeful, fulfilling lives.If you are suffering from some form of addiction, this episode is a must listen. Even if you're not an addict, I encourage you to embrace this conversation as a means to better understand the affliction, as chances are you probably know someone in need of help,I sincerely hope you enjoy this powerful exchange.Peace + Plants,Listen & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Soundcloud | StitcherThanks to this week’s sponsors:Boll & Branch: The first honest and transparent bedding company that only uses sustainable and responsible methods of sourcing and manufacturing. Go to BollandBranch.com today for $50 off your first set of sheets by typing in promo code “RICHROLL”.Harrys.com: A superior shave at an affordable price. Friends of the Rich Roll Podcast can visit Harrys.com/ROLL to redeem your Free Trial Set, which comes with a razor, five-blade cartridge, shaving gel, and post shave gel. All you pay is shipping.SHOW NOTESJoin Tommy Rosen & Kia Miller for a rejuvenating week of recovery,yoga and relaxation in Costa Rica, Nov. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today’s guest is Tommy Rosen. Tommy is a yoga teacher and addiction recovery expert who has spent the last two decades immersed in recovery and wellness. He holds certifications in both Kundalini and Hatha Yoga and has 25 years of continuous recovery from drug addiction. Tommy is one of the pioneers in the field of Yoga and Recovery assisting others to holistically transcend addictions of all kinds. Tommy is the founder of the Recovery 2.0 Global Community, the Recovery 2.0 Online Conference series and the Recovery 2.0 Group Coaching Program. He leads Recovery 2.0 retreats and workshops internationally and presents regularly at yoga conferences and festivals. Tommy’s first book, Recovery 2.0: Move Beyond Addiction and Upgrade Your Life, was published by Hay House in 2014. Tommy and his wife, yoga teacher, Kia Miller, live in California where they teach yoga and grow organic vegetables in their backyard.   I met Tommy over 10 years when he was running a show called Eco-Gift in Santa Monica, and I was running my Visionary Lifestyle Boutique. We were fellow environmentalists that both moved progressively more and more into the yoga space. We recorded this interview outside in a garden on a windy day at The International Yoga Festival so expect to hear some nature sounds throughout the interview. Tommy is filling a much needed niche in the world with his Recovery 2.0 offering. He has become an expert in helping people recover from various addictions through yoga. Tommy defines addiction as anything that you continue doing despite it’s negative consequences in your life. In this interview, we talk about the 8 limbs of yoga, addiction and recovery, and the power of the truth and importance of community. Tommy also has a podcast called the Recovery 2.0 podcast so make sure to check that out. You can find links to all of Tommy’s programs and podcast in the show notes. Connect with Tommy https://www.facebook.com/Recovery2point0/ https://www.instagram.com/tommyrosen/ https://twitter.com/Recovery2point0 https://www.youtube.com/user/Recovery2Point0   Tommy’s Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/richard-rohr-contemplation-action-on-road-recovery/id1132361306?i=1000375372407&mt=2

On this episode of Behind the Mitten, John and Amy travel to Tibbs Brewing Company in Kalamazoo to talk about the local beer scene as well as cultural institutions such as the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts and Miller Auditorium at WMU. Making a special singing appearance on the show is Michael Sobel, President of the Mall City Harmonizers about special Valentine's Day gifts.Show NotesSegment 1:Interview with Kevin Tibbs of Tibbs Brewing Co. More info about Tibbs at https://www.facebook.com/TibbsBrewingCompany/?fref=tsSegment 2 (Listen at 10:07):John and Amy talk to Katie Houston of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. More info at https://www.facebook.com/KIARTS1/?fref=tsSegment 3 (Listen at 19:19):John and Amy talk to Bethany Gauthier of Miller Auditorium on the campus of Western Michigan University. They have several shows still going on this season, and they are anticipating the arrival of "The Lion King" next season. More info at http://www.facebook.com/MillerAuditoriumSegment 4 (Listen at 28:30):We finally get to talk to Michael Sopel about the Mall City Harmonizers. And we get to talk Kevin and Trevor of Tibbs Brewing Company about Beer of the Week. More on the Mall City Harmonizers at www.BarbershopHarmony.orgMore on BTM:https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten/?fref=ts

Kia Miller is a world renowned yoga teacher and holistic entrepreneur. In this stimulating and exciting conversation Kia explores her journey through life and discusses the keys to becoming aware of your bodily and spiritual needs.

Yoga Revealed Podcast Community! This is Alec Vishal Rouben here to welcome back to the  the Yoga Revealed Podcast! We are so thrilled to announce we have reached over 100,000 Downloads! Thank you for being apart of this community!   Today we have a treat to share with you! We introduce a woman who influences thousands of inspired practitioners through the lineage of Kundalini Yoga: Kia Miller! She is Radiant and ALIVE! We dive into how yoga revealed itself to Kia, bringing her to walk a path of faith, peacefulness, and endless seeking.   This episode is filled with gemstones on how we can cultivate and wake up to intention, finding a sense of purpose in everyday; through the practice of Yoga!   Be true to the nature of reality - where there is Light, there is Darkness. Where there is Darkness, there will always be Light! Kia reminds us that no matter what path we walk, there is a continuous source of inspiration holding our hands. A piece of god, source, Ishvara, spirit, or breath...wherever you may place faith in your life- this is a conversation to remind us of our humanness.  Enjoy the embodied wisdom Kia Miller abundantly shares with us on the Yoga Revealed podcast!   Visit www.Kiamiller.com for more information and find out where she is teaching across the country and world! Catch her if you can!  Follow this link to check out her upcoming India Trip: https://kiamiller.com/event/double-module-prana-awareness/   Until next time,   Namaste! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tommy Rosen is a yoga teacher, writer, and addiction recovery expert who has spent the last two decades immersed in yoga, recovery and wellness. Tommy has certifications in both Hatha and Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. He is one of the pioneers in the burgeoning field of Yoga and Recovery and has over twenty years of experience assisting others to holistically transcend addictions of all kinds. Tommy is the founder of Recovery 2.0: Beyond Addiction Conference and also leads the Recovery 2.0 #MoveBeyond Coaching Program. He presents workshops annually at Esalen, and Kripalu. Tommy’s first book, Recovery 2.0: Move Beyond Addiction and Upgrade Your Life was published by Hay House in 2014. Tommy and his wife, noted yoga teacher, Kia Miller, live and teach in Venice, CA.

Yoga and recovery expert Tommy Rosen is, despite his serenity, not a man who sits still very long. The Hatha and Kundalini yoga teacher (who's been sober for 23 years) has been one of the pioneers of the yoga-recovery model (in short, practicing certain types of yoga can help your recovery—a lot). He's also created a new movement called Recovery 2.0, which launched as an online conference series that featured such luminaries as Dr. Gabor Mate and Richard Branson (as well as AfterParty's Anna David). Now he's published the remarkable Recovery 2.0 book and is touring the world sharing the principles from it. He does all this, by the way, when not hosting retreats with his wife Kia Miller (also a yoga teacher). In this episode, he and David talk about getting addicted to sugar before drugs, discovering (and being saved by) the Grateful Dead and acting out in sobriety (girls! gambling!), among many other topics. Photo courtesy of HuffPo  

Join 'She' and Kia Miller as they explore her wisdom and expression within the Way of Yoga. Kia shares how each limb of yoga fills our life and daily practices to continue to cultivate a radiant life.  Kia is a devoted Yogini and teacher who imparts her wonderful passion for life and well-being in her teaching. Her style pulls from multiple yogic disciplines, and is both intuitive and steeped in the traditional aspects of yoga. Her classes focus on breath, alignment and the interconnection between mind, body and spirit, allowing students to work at their own pace in a safe and transformational environment. Connect with Kia Miller Retreats and Cleanses with Kia Miller Music by Akyanna Send comments and feedback to Suzanne Toro  

Emily, a Toronto native, was first introduced to yoga in New York City where she was studying theater and the art of becoming an anxiety-ridden insomniac! At the time, the thought of Yoga meant slowing down, which meant terrifying and seemed better suited for “hippies” and “tea people”, not she! But after accidentally stumbling into her first class, she was shocked to discover that this “slowing down” was not only the most challenging sweaty work-out she’d ever had, but for the first time in ages, she felt calm. Excited and inspired to learn more, she began her study and practice of Yoga.   Emily completed one of Moksha Yoga’s first 800-hour teacher trainings in Thailand where she was lucky enough to study with Susi Hately Aldous, Ted Grand and Jessica Robertson, Frank Boccio, and more. It was on this trip that Emily, Deena and Jess planted the seed of a distant dream to one day open Moksha Yoga LA…   Cut to: Years later. Emily now lives in LA, teaches Yoga privately all over LA, is the creator of Yoga Theater for Kids (which she taught in schools, and foster youth programs throughout Los Angeles), has just finished performing her LA debut of her One-woman show…when Deena said something like “Ok, so are you ready to open up Moksha Yoga LA yet now, or what??”, to which she said yes and the rest is history.   Emily is grateful to her teachers both present and past such as Annie Carpenter, Kia Miller, Bryan Kest, Gurmukh, Liz Olesky, Jasmine Lieb, the Robertson Family tree, her wonderful meditation mentors, Jeanne Pisano and Ken McLeod and to her students, the greatest teachers of all. Emily also has a passion for philanthropic work. Within the first two years of being open, Moksha Yoga LA raised over $160,000 for charities around the world. Founder of Sweat for Change has raised $115,000 for Little Kids Rock

Join Ramdesh with Tommy Rosen and Kia Miller to hear their inspiring stories into yoga. Discover a simple meditation to transform your life, kundalini yoga for addiction, relationships, sacred commerce, and more!  Music by Aykanna and Snatam Kaur.