Podcasts about kripalu

Are you leaving transformation on the table? Too many coaches struggle to get deep, lasting results with their clients because they're missing a key piece: the body. In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos explore how integrating somatic exercises into coaching sessions can improve client outcomes, boost retention, and even grow your business. Learn what somatic exercises really are (and what they aren't), why they're becoming a must-have coaching tool, and how to start using them today. Join us for practical insights, real-life examples, and powerful strategies to make your coaching more impactful than ever!Join us at Kripalu: https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/core-centering-practitioner-certificationListen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Ever feel like your mornings set the tone for your entire day—whether for better or worse? You're not alone. In this episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Brian Trzaskos and Ani Anderson dive deep into the power of morning routines—not just for productivity but for true, holistic well-being. They explore why most advice on morning routines is incomplete, how leaders at every level (including you!) can create a routine that actually works, and the three essential elements every effective morning routine must have. Plus, Brian shares an incredible case study on how a simple morning routine eliminated workplace injuries and transformed a team's performance. Join us for practical, science-backed insights on building a morning routine that energizes your body, regulates your emotions, and sets you up for success—no matter what your day holds.Join us at Kripalu: https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/core-centering-practitioner-certificationListen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Suzanne discusses using ritual to dive deeper into our innate power for personal and planetary transformation. With host Bonnie Burkert. Suzanne Sterling is a musician, teacher, ritualist, and activist who has been performing and teaching transformational workshops for over 25 years.   She is founder of Voice of Change Trainings and co-founder of Off The Mat, Into the World.  She has been featured at hundreds of international festivals and conference centers including Wanderlust, Omega, Esalen, Kripalu, Yoga Journal, Envision, Burning Man, Symbiosis, Bhaktifest, Boomfest, Lightning in a Bottle, Balispirit and many more. With her co-founded organization Off The Mat, Into the World, she spent 15 years training leaders in spiritual activism and social justice and was Director of Seva Challenge humanitarian tours, raising over $3.5 million to support local community resilience projects.  For 25 years, she has worked with the international Reclaiming Community creating ritual, training teachers and offering Sacred Leadership trainings. An award winning musician, she has released five solo albums and numerous DVD soundtracks. Her workshops, performances, and classes are a fusion of ecstatic movement, sound & singing, ritual and prayer.www.suzannesterling.comHost Bonnie Burkert melds the worlds of media and higher consciousness, sharing tools for transformation to find our highest truth and live our brightest life. https://www.instagram.com/yogi_bon/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/truth-be-told-paranormal--3589860/support.

If you'd like to measure your stress, you can use this index: https://www.dartmouth.edu/eap/library/lifechangestresstest.pdfFeeling overwhelmed by constant change? You're not alone. In this episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into the impact of unpredictable, chaotic change on our nervous systems—and why simply "pushing through" isn't sustainable. They explore the science of stress, the hidden dangers of an overloaded system, and the critical need for intentional resets. Join us for a conversation that will not only validate your experience but also give you practical strategies to reset, recharge, and stay resilient in uncertain times.Join us at Kripalu: https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/core-centering-practitioner-certificationListen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

Join Aleya Harris as she welcomes Brett Cotter, a renowned stress relief expert, for an insightful conversation on overcoming stage fright and building confidence through authenticity. Brett shares his expertise and personal experiences, offering actionable tools that every speaker can use to conquer their fears and engage their audience authentically. What You'll Learn: Mastering Stage Fright: Uncover Brett's proven strategies for overcoming the anxiety and fear that come with public speaking. Confidence Through Authenticity: Learn how embracing your true self can boost your confidence and make your presentations more powerful. Practical Tools for Speakers: Brett provides practical exercises and techniques to prepare mentally and physically before stepping onto the stage. Engaging Your Audience: Tips on using authenticity to forge a genuine connection with your audience, making your message more impactful. Brett's Journey to Confidence: Hear how Brett transformed his own approach to public speaking and how these lessons can apply to your speaking career. Episode Highlights: Brett Cotter recounts transformative experiences on stage that shifted his approach from fear to empowerment. Discover the specific methods Brett employs to reduce stress and enhance performance, ensuring he presents with clarity and confidence. Explore the psychological barriers to effective public speaking and how to dismantle them through authenticity.   About Brett Cotter  Brett Cotter, author of The Suicide Prevention Family Handbook, 3 Keys to Managing PTSD, and The Stress Is Gone Method, has 25 years experience helping clients process the most traumatic events of their lives. He has taught in Fortune 500 companies, hospitals, schools, military bases, and retreat centers such as the Omega Institute, Kripalu, Sivananda Bahamas, and the Himalayan Institute. Brett is the trauma expert for Meditation University's teacher training program, he trains vet-to-vet peer specialists in his suicide prevention protocol, and certifies students remotely. He is the creator of the Stress Is Gone Wellness Platform and the PTSD Keys Mobile app. Brett's programs are accredited by the International Mindfulness & Meditation Alliance, he is certified by American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, and his breathwork is certified by the American Institute of Stress.   Connect with Brett Cotter https://www.instagram.com/stressisgone https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMdl_IAL3B6CQLlaWJB8kejFS40UdJMjK&si=br_8Ug9kF2dHhRce https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B013KPEPIY https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DiXjpt9aB/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.facebook.com/share/15B9KKYBXQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr    About Aleya Harris Aleya Harris is the spark for your spark™. A trailblazer in purpose-driven story crafting, she is a marketing executive and ex-Google Vendor Partner who brings her dynamic experience to her role as the CEO of The Evolution Collective Inc. Aleya is an international award-winning speaker, the founder and lead trainer of Spark the Stage ™, and the host of the award-winning Flourishing Entrepreneur Podcast. She is also the author of the bestselling book Spark the Stage: Master the Art of Professional Speaking and Authentic Storytelling to Captivate, Inspire, and Transform Your Audience. Her unique approach as a Strategic Storytelling Consultant has revolutionized the way businesses communicate, transforming workplace cultures and market positioning. With her dynamic energy and proven methodologies, Aleya guides clients to unlock their potential, articulate their radically authentic stories, and achieve unparalleled success.   Watch the Free Masterclass Join Aleya's free masterclass "Build Unstoppable Confidence and Book Speaking Gigs Without Feeling Like an Impostor." Discover the proven framework to own your story, captivate audiences, and land speaking gigs—even if you've doubted your worth or have no experience on stage. Register at https://www.aleyaharris.com/masterclass    Buy the Book Aleya's bestselling book will help you become a more confident and authentic professional public speaker. Buy Spark the Stage: Master the Art of Professional Speaking and Authentic Storytelling to Captivate, Inspire & Transform Your Audience on Amazon or anywhere books are sold. Buy the Book: https://a.co/d/1T4EoJ7    Sign Up for Spark the Stage™ Spark the Stage™ is an online course and 12-month group coaching program that helps entrepreneurs and executives become radically authentic professional public speakers who can confidently deliver a compelling Radical Spark Signature Talk™ from the stage. Enroll at https://www.aleyaharris.com/spark    Work with Aleya to Craft a Better Story An unclear strategy, confusing brand, or undefined workplace culture will repel ideal clients, visibility opportunities, and career-making connections. The Evolution Collective Inc. transforms disconnected teams and overwhelmed leaders into thriving, inclusive cultures through Radically Authentic Strategic Storytelling. Schedule a call at https://www.evolutioncollective.com/    Book Aleya to Speak To book Aleya to edutain your audience at your next event as a keynote speaker, please visit www.aleyaharris.com/speaking to check out her speaking topics, reels, and why.  Click "Schedule a Call" to secure the speaker with "that something new" you've been looking for.   Connect with Aleya Harris Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleyaharris/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleyaharris/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thealeyaharris     

Are you stuck in drama without even realizing it? The Drama Triangle—where we unconsciously take on the roles of Victim, Perpetrator, or Hero—can keep us trapped in conflict and frustration. In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos break down how these patterns play out in relationships, work, and even within ourselves. More importantly, they reveal a powerful alternative: the Empowerment Dynamic, where you can shift from feeling stuck to stepping into real agency over your life. Join us for a conversation that will help you recognize drama when it shows up, break free from the cycle, and create a healthier, more empowered way of being.Join us at Kripalu: https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/core-centering-practitioner-certificationListen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

John J. Prendergast, PhD, is a spiritual teacher, author, retired psychotherapist, and retired adjunct professor of psychology who has taught at Esalen and Kripalu and online. He studied for many years with the sage Dr. Jean Klein as well as with the spiritual teacher Adyashanti. He is the author of the books In Touch, The Deep Heart and Your Deepest Ground: A Guide to Embodied Spirituality (SoundsTrue). Topics: 00:00 Introduction 02:25 The Origin of 'Listening from Silence' 04:48 Exploring the Trilogy of Books 08:55 The Deep Heart and Ground of Being 27:48 Opening the Root Chakra: A Journey into Pure Potentiality 28:25 Tapping into the Current of Life: A Universal Connection 29:59 Addressing Suffering: A Creative Response 32:09 Embodied Non-Dual Approach: Engaging with Life 47:15 The Power of Community in Spiritual Practice Support the mission of SAND and the production of this podcast by becoming a SAND Member

Grief is quiet, deep, and often overlooked—but it doesn't have to be faced alone. In this episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos explore the profound connection between grief, loss, and the body. Discover why depression is the brain's way of protecting us from pain, how shutting down grief also shuts down joy, and why gentle somatic practices can help us safely reconnect with life. Join us for simple, practical exercises that melt the freeze of grief and bring comfort, healing, and hope.Join us at Kripalu: https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/core-centering-practitioner-certificationListen to all our episodes here:https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/podcastGet access to our free library of helpful resources:http://www.somaticcoachingacademy.com/library-signup

In this episode, we explore the integration of polyvagal theory with yoga practices to enhance therapeutic approaches. Joined by Dr. Arielle Schwartz, a recognized expert in trauma-informed care, the discussion delves into the benefits of combining gentle yoga movements, breathwork, and mindfulness to help clients achieve safety, connection, and calm. Dr. Schwartz shares her journey into yoga and polyvagal theory, its application in therapy, and practical tools for therapists to incorporate these practices safely and ethically. MEET Dr. Arielle SchwartzArielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified complex trauma professional, EMDR Consultant, and Kripalu yoga teacher. She is an internationally sought-out speaker, a leading voice in the field of trauma recovery, and the author of eight books including The Complex PTSD Workbook, EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology, The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook, and Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga. As the founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy, she offers an integrative, mind-body approach to therapy that includes relational therapy, somatic psychology, EMDR Therapy, parts-work therapy, and therapeutic yoga for trauma. She specializes in applied polyvagal theory which focuses on addressing imbalances within the autonomic nervous system that underlie most mental and physical health conditions. Dr. Schwartz provides informational mental health and wellness updates through her writing, public speaking, social media presence, and blog. She believes that the journey of trauma recovery is an awakening of the spiritual heart. Learn more at www.drarielleschwartz.com and www.resilienceinformedtherapy.comFind out more at Dr. Arielle Schwartz and Center for Resilience Informed Therapy®2-Day: Transform Trauma Recovery with Polyvagal Theory: Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Certification TrainingTherapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery Flip Chart: A Psychoeducational Tool for Embodied Healing through the Lens of Applied Polyvagal TheoryExploring Polyvagal Theory and YogaDaily Yoga Practices and Polyvagal TheoryPhases of Trauma RecoveryMindful Mobilization and Sympathetic Nervous SystemClient-Centered Approach in TherapyEthical Considerations in Therapeutic PracticesConnect With Me Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58Facebook: Yoga In The Therapy PodcastJoin the private Facebook Group: Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy RoomTikTok: @YogaChris58Rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts,

Ever feel like cooking healthy meals is overwhelming or that you just don't have the time? You're not alone! That's exactly why I was so excited to sit down with Chef Jeremy Rock Smith for this week's podcast episode. Jeremy spent years in high-pressure restaurant kitchens before experiencing a midlife cooking crisis that completely changed his relationship with food. His journey led him to top wellness resorts like Canyon Ranch, Kripalu, and Miraval, where he began teaching others how to make cooking both simple and nourishing. This episode is full of practical tips, humor, and insights that will inspire you to rethink how you cook and eat. I'm so grateful to Jeremy for sharing his journey, knowledge, and passion for making food a source of health and joy. Learn more about Chef Jeremy Rock Smith

Rolf Gates, author of Daily Reflections on Addiction, Yoga, and Getting Well, talks with J live at the 20th Anniversary Celebration for Dragonfly Yoga about the role of yoga in recovery and what it means to be human. They discuss his military service, recognizing addiction, going into rehab, becoming trauma-informed, intensity and intimacy, organizing life around wisdom, letting go of your story, preying to God and receiving grace, before and after covid, intense administrative moments working at Kripalu, and cultivating a capacity for good will.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.   Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

Meet nOMad Guide, Amanda Trevelino: Amanda Trevelino, (C-IAYT, E-RYT500, YACEP) an authentic and adventurous spirit, inspires her clients with self-health experiences. She embraced yoga at age 40 to overcome burnout, exhaustion, and mental health challenges, finding solace in its philosophy and breath techniques. She trained extensively, including with Yoganand Michael Carroll at Kripalu, Pranakriya in Atlanta, and on a pilgrimage in India. Her teachings include Yin yoga and yoga therapy influenced by Josh Summers and Don Stapelton, PhD. Amanda founded Santosha Studio in 2016, where she emphasizes internal awareness and prioritizes the subtle body, reflecting her belief in the transformative power of thought and change. Amanda leads yogic retreats and conscious travel experiences in the US, Costa Rica, Nepal and Greece. Her curated retreats emphasize a supportive group dynamic and personal introspection. Experiences on and off the mat are based on the yogic principles of sthira and sukha; noticing when there's too much effort or tension, and inviting more ease. Website: https://www.santosha-studio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/santoshastudio/?igsh=MWR5cGYxZjIyM3pseA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.trevelino?mibextid=LQQJ4d https://www.facebook.com/AmandaTrevelinoYoga?mibextid=LQQJ4d _________________________________________________________

Courage can be defined as taking any action that involves facing a fear. An example would be asking someone out on a date despite facing the fear of rejection. Today's episode focuses on how to build courage. I share some tips from personal experience as well as from sources such as Kripalu and BetterUp. Thank you for listening! Connect with me on Instagram or via cactusmoose@protonmail.com with questions, comments and guest suggestions.

Send us a textFairfax, Northern Virginia criminal / DUI defense lawyer Jonathan Katz knows the benefit of mindfulness and meditative practice to beating the prosecution and to living a great life. Jon Katz's main mindfulness practice is taijiquan / t'ai chi chu'an yang style short form (also known as 37 posture Cheng Man Ch'ing / CMC taijiquan). Jon has also been involved with lawyers mindfulness gatherings. Jon also benefits from the practice of Self Identity Through Ho'oponopono. This practice helps develop razor sharp focus, deep listening, and clearing out one's internal gunk. Right here in the nation's capital area are some great mindfulness teachers, including through the Insight Meditation Community of Washington. Two of IMCW's best teachers are Jonathan Foust and his wife Tara Brach (on whose Finding True Refuge YouTube series Jon Katz appears in 2012), who teach and speak both separately and jointly. Jon first met Jonathan Foust at the 2015 Mindful Leadership Conference in Northern Virginia, when Jon was taken by Jonathan's warm, soothingly bursting positive energy. Jonathan still deals with his own challenge with chronic migraines; hear in this interview how he handles it. Early in this interview, Jonathan leads a great short meditation, focusing on the three approaches of focus, flow, and releasing. Everything flows wonderfully from there in this talk. For over two decades, Jonathan lived in the Kripalu ashram community. He is devoted to helping others, and virtually weekly presents online mindfulness / meditation teachings, and also at times presents in-person retreats, including his Year of Living Mindfully program.  Jonathan here talks about persuading others through positively engaging with others and recognizing their unmet needs, and how criminal defense lawyers, criminal defendants and others can prepare ourselves well for the battle by going on retreat, which I view not only as daylong and weeklong retreats, but even micro-retreats during breathing pauses or longer. You will thank yourself for listening to what Jonathan has to say. With the dana / donation tradition, Jon Katz recommends people to donate here to Jonathan. This podcast with Fairfax, Virginia criminal / DUI lawyer Jon Katz is playable on all devices at podcast.BeatTheProsecution.com. For more information, visit https://KatzJustice.com or contact us at info@KatzJustice.com, 703-383-1100 (calling), or 571-406-7268 (text). If you like what you hear on our Beat the Prosecution podcast, please take a moment to post a review at our Apple podcasts page (with stars only, or else also with a comment) at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beat-the-prosecution/id1721413675

Jenna Carson is a chaplain in the United States Air Force. While beginning her chaplaincy training in graduate school, Jenna began petitioning LDS church leadership to change policy and allow women to serve as military chaplains. She went on to become the first female military chaplain endorsed by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Prior to serving in the Air Force, she worked as a hospital and prison chaplain. Jenna is a Kripalu-certified Yoga Therapist and co-hosts the spiritual podcast "Guiding Light." She earned a BA from Brigham Young University and a Master of Divinity from Harvard Divinity School.  https://www.jennacarson.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jennacarsonwrites/ Podcast: YouTube and Spotify Women's Wellness Camp: May 2025 __________________________________________________________For ways to work with me: ⁠https://paperbell.me/meagan-skidmore⁠ Please help the podcast grow by following, leaving a 5 star review on Spotify or Apple podcasts and sharing with friends. Learn more about me at https://⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠meaganskidmorecoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠ Beyond the Shadow of Doubt™ is a proud member of the Dialogue Podcast Network, a part of the Dialogue Journal, founded by Mormon writer, teacher and scholar, Eugene England. [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DialogueJournal.com/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] Hopeful Spaces, a monthly support group facilitated by Meagan Skidmore Coaching, is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dallas Hope Charities⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ component of Hopeful Discussions sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA. Send an email to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠chc@dallashopecharities.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join.

Frequent guest Johnny Gillespie revisits the show to reflect on the success of last year's men's yoga workshop at Kripalu, The Way of the Empowered Man, and share his plans for the follow up retreat in January.  The discussion covers the integration of yoga and fitness, the importance of adjusting to participants' needs and the common challenges faced by men in health and wellness, and the unique benefits of yoga retreats for men where they can deepen their practice. Johnny and the guys emphasize the significance of community, breathing techniques, and mobility in achieving overall well-being.  With a deeper understanding on the significance of biomechanics and movement, Johnny emphasizes the connection between the feet, legs, hips, and spine while highlighting the critical role of breathing mechanics in overall health, including the diaphragm and pelvic floor, and the ability to experience significant shifts in their neurological patterns. Johnny also shares insights about the building his business and community at his studio, Empowered Wellness, and celebrating over 25 years in the industry, along with reflections on personal and professional growth for 2025. Connect with Johnny ⁠Sign up for The Way of the Empowered Man Yoga Retreat Empowered Wellness Studio Instagram Johny's previous appearances on Guys Talking Yoga:  Discovering Yoga with Johnny Gillespie and Neil Taylor Awareness, Healing and Figuring Life Out Through the Whole-Body Experience Support and stay connected with the GTY community Website: https://www.gtypodcast.com/⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gtypodcast/⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@guystalkingyogapodcast⁠Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/guystalkingyoga⁠

Sharing stories from her world travels, yoga teacher Susan Maruffo explores healing and self-discovery through yoga, Tantra, and meditation.This time on Mindrolling, Susan and Raghu journey through: Unhappiness within Western cultural conditioningHow getting out of the United States transformed Susan's lifeBeing alone while doing yoga versus in a group settingHow suffocating our ‘roles' in life can beRecognizing our universal connection via a trip to IndiaComing back into the body through yoga practiceSusan's experience at a Tantric school in ThailandNeo-Tantra versus classical TantraHealing through yoga and sexual explorationDying to the old versions of ourselvesHow the heart reveals itself during meditationThe ways we run away from intimacyAbout Susan Marrufo:Susan left the United States and a job in advertising in 2008 to travel internationally and experience life beyond the confines of her cultural conditioning. She received her first 500-hr yoga certification in Thailand in 2009, where she began her studies of the classical yogic scriptures and delved deeply into esoteric tantric philosophy. After 2 years of teaching month-long tantric-based courses on the banks of the Ganges in India and the Pacific coastal towns of Mexico, Susan returned to the US to begin a residential internship with the Kripalu School of Yoga, where she taught in and project-managed several Kripalu yoga teacher trainings as well as received her 2nd 500-hr teacher training certification from the Kripalu School of Yoga. Susan facilitates group courses in the inquiry of yoga and meditation and dives increasingly deeper into her yogic studies. She is the founder of Samarasa Center.“It was the first time that I started practicing yoga alone. Not in groups of classes with other people. That was transformational for me. That was the game changer, just being alone, having time, not feeling stressed, not feeling the pressure to be anybody. To be a wife, to be a boss, to be a daughter.” – Susan MarrufoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christine welcomes Shelley Rahim to the Sacred Window Podcast, highlighting her journey from a prenatal yoga instructor to a birth and Ayurvedic postpartum doula. Shelley shares how her early experiences of giving birth at a young age led her to discover the benefits of yoga for birth preparation. She describes her prenatal yoga training at Kripalu in 2005 and how it sparked her passion for understanding trauma in birth work. Shelley emphasizes the importance of creating empowering and trauma-informed classes, where every word and guidance can impact the birthing person. Shelley notes that 65% of her clients come from her prenatal yoga classes, with the rest from referrals and online consultations. She explains how her deep understanding of the childbearing year continuum has been built through hands-on experience and training, allowing her to provide comprehensive support from pregnancy to postpartum. Shelley's prenatal yoga classes serve as a space for community and support, leading to natural referrals for her doula and postpartum services. Christine and Shelley stress the value of community, self-awareness, and sustainable business practices in supporting caregivers and clients. They discuss the integration of yoga and Ayurveda as sister sciences, enhancing wellness and longevity. Shelley advises those interested in pursuing these paths to find the right training and integrate these practices into their daily lives, emphasizing the importance of self-care for long-term sustainability in the emotionally and physically demanding work of a birth and postpartum doula. Know more about Shelley Rahim! Visit her website: https://newmothercaregiving.com/ Check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newmothercaregiving Are you feeling the call to know more about Conscious Postpartum Care? Learn about our programs at ⁠www.sacredwindowstudies.com⁠ Follow us on Instagram at @‌sacredwindowstudies Facebook at @‌AyurvedaForPostpartum Join our ⁠Facebook Group⁠ Reach out! ⁠Schedule a time with Christine⁠ to find out if our programs are a good fit for you! Here is the ⁠link⁠ to out free class

In this rich conversation, I welcome meditation teacher Jonathan Foust to explore his remarkable 50-year journey of practice and teaching. Enjoy this deep dive at the intersection of meditation, mindfulness, and the evolving path of spiritual awakening.Jonathan offers listeners an inside look at a life-long path of self-awareness and transformation. He reflects on childhood experiences of disconnection and belonging and shares how living in an ashram for 24 years profoundly shaped his spiritual path. Jonathan also provides practical advice for those balancing a meditation practice with the demands of everyday life.The episode delves into somatic inquiry, exploring how tuning into bodily sensations can reveal profound insights and contribute to healing. Jonathan encourages a flexible and adaptable meditation practice grounded in sincerity.Episode HighlightsJonathan's Evolution of Practice: From childhood experiences of disconnection and longing to 50 years of deep meditation and spiritual practice, including 24 years living and teaching at Kripalu.Somatic Inquiry and Body Awareness: Exploring how the body holds emotions, thoughts, and beliefs, and how tuning into these sensations can offer healing and insight.Balancing Daily Life with Deep Practice: Advice for integrating mindfulness into everyday life, emphasizing the value of sincerity, fluidity, and adaptability.Meditation and Self-Discovery: Using meditation to bring unconscious patterns into awareness, as described through Joseph Campbell's metaphor of the conscious and unconscious mind.The RAIN Technique: Jonathan discusses the power of Recognize, Allow, Investigate, and Nurture (RAIN) to address pain, cultivate compassion, and transform inner experiences.Collective Energy in Spiritual Practice: Reflections on the power of community, collective meditation, and the energy generated through shared spiritual practices.Resource LinksTo learn more about Jonathan and his offerings, visit Jonathanfoust.com.Subscribe to The Guest House on Substack for regular essays, podcast episodes, and more.Shawnparell.com - Check out Shawn's website to sign up for 5 free meditations, join Shawn's email list for monthly field notes and music alchemy, and learn more about her work and upcoming events.Stay connected with Shawn on Instagram @ShawnParell for live weekly meditations and prompts for practice. Get full access to The Guest House at shawnparell.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, I reflect on the experience of engaging in a 7-day meditation challenge, offering insights on the power of simple, short meditations and the universal struggle with meditation. I share personal experiences of how incorporating even brief, 1-minute meditations has led to greater consistency and depth in my practice this week. Drawing from the wisdom of Pema Chodron, the episode emphasizes that meditation is not about achieving perfection or escaping thoughts, but about creating space to witness the mind's activity without judgment. This process of noticing and allowing thoughts to come and go, Alexander Blue Feather suggests, is at the core of true meditation practice. I also share the joy of community meditation sessions, expresses gratitude for a birthday gift, and looks forward to upcoming personal events and gatherings, including attending a retreat at Kripalu. The episode closes with words of encouragement, reminding listeners that meditation is a revolutionary practice that allows us to hold space for our thoughts, feelings, and deeper emotions, such as grief and pain.

I'm thrilled to share this incredible conversation with Wendy de Rosa, an intuitive energy healer and author who's revolutionizing how we approach intuition and personal growth. In this episode, we dive deep into: Wendy's journey from anxiety to embracing her intuitive gifts The connection between our chakras and different types of intuition Practical tools for entrepreneurs to tap into their intuition The importance of grounding and embodiment for empaths How to balance data-driven decisions with intuitive guidance Key takeaways: Intuition is the voice of our soul communicating through our body We can have both upper body (clairvoyance, clairaudience) and lower body (empathic, knowing) intuitive skills Leaning into the "back body" can help us connect with our intuition and inner guidance Grounding is essential for empaths to prevent energy absorption and maintain boundaries Balancing creative energy with grounding practices is crucial for entrepreneurs Nature and physical practices are powerful tools for reconnecting with our intuition Intuitive development goes hand in hand with healing and personal growth I love how Wendy emphasizes the importance of embodiment and grounding in developing our intuitive skills. Her insights about the back body and the tree visualization for grounding are game-changers! I can't wait to hear how this episode inspires you to embrace your intuitive gifts and create more ease and flow in your life and business! Here you can find more details about Wendy's upcoming Energy Healing & Intuition Training: https://wendyderosa.com/energy-healing-intuition-training/ About Wendy: Wendy De Rosa is an international intuitive energy healer, speaker, teacher, and author. She offers education and training programs for developing intuition, spiritual growth, energy healing, and personal transformation to thousands of people from all over the world who want to develop their intuition and experience personal transformation. She is the founder of The School of Intuitive Studies and the renowned Energy Healing and Intuition Training. Wendy has been a leading faculty member of The Shift Network, with more than 100,000 people attending her live events and programs. She has been a featured teacher on the MindValley spiritual growth channel Soulvana and has appeared on CBS News/Better Connecticut. She's written articles for Spirituality & Health, Medium, Thrive, and more. She also hosts her own podcast called the “Wendy De Rosa Sessions” and has taught live in venues such as Kripalu, Omega, 1440, Blue Spirit, and more. She is a published author with her works, including Becoming an Empowered Empath: How to Clear Energy, Set Boundaries & Embody Your Intuition, New World Library. Her other titles include her bestselling Energy Healing Through the Chakras: A Guide to Self-Healing and Expanding Your Heart: Awakening through Four Stages of a Spiritual Opening. She is also a contributing author to Bouncing Back: Thriving in Changing Times with Wayne Dyer, Bryan Tracy, John Assaraf and other leaders in personal growth. For more information, visit: www.schoolofintuitivestudies.com and https://wendyderosa.com/ Wendy's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wendy-de-rosa-sessions/id1614529276 https://wendyderosa.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wendyderosa/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-de-rosa-9093b2a/ https://www.facebook.com/WendyDeRosaAuthor https://www.youtube.com/@wendyderosaoficial How to get in touch with Analena: E-mail: bloom@analenafuchs.com Analena's Website: https://www.analenafuchs.com Analena's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/analena.fuchs/

Are you a nonprofit leader battling burnout? If you're working in the nonprofit sector, chances are you've had some experience with burnout, which is why I was so excited to sit down with special guest and nonprofit coach, Elle McPherson. She breaks down burnout red flags, contributing factors, balancing woo with logic, and so much more. This is a great episode for leaders looking for practical strategies to overcome burnout!   About Elle Elle has over 15 years of experience in coaching, financial management, accounting, fundraising, proposal writing and grant management, and human resources. She has worked with a range of nonprofits including Ashoka, AmeriCorps, Outward Bound, and Heifer International. Elle earned a MBA in Nonprofit Management and MA in Sustainable International Development from the Heller School of Social Policy & Management at Brandeis University and a BA in Political Science from Bates College. Elle is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with the International Coaching Federation and received her professional coach certification from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC), and is certified in the Energy Leadership Index Assessment tool. She is also a Certified Erotic Blueprint Coach™ as well as a Certified Accelerated Evolution™ Trainer-in-Training and RYT-200 Kripalu-trained yoga teacher.   Read the podcast transcript here.   Episode Summary In this episode, you'll learn strategies for preventing burnout, including: Coaching nonprofit leaders (5:20) Leadership transformation (8:35) Overcoming burnout (10:45) Contributing factors of burnout (12:35) Shifting your money mindset (15:40) Scarcity ingrained in our culture ( 24:30) Balancing woo with practicality (27:25) Moving from analysis to taking action (30:50) Self-improvement book recommendations (40:15)   Teasers “I know what it's like to work in nonprofit. I know the stress, I know the different issues. I know how unique it could be to have really specific funding requirements and certain things that don't even exist in the for-profit world.”   “Stress is not conducive to new ideas and getting out there and doing things differently. It kind of puts people in a bit of like a survival mindset.” “In the culture, there is this idea of if you're helping people, if you're a nurse, if you're a healer, if you're a helper, that it should somehow be sacrificing.”   Resources The Best Tools for an Efficient & Prosperous Nonprofit: https://100degreesconsulting.com/tools/  Zesto Website: https://www.zestso.com/about  Connect with Elle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elle-mcpherson/  Keep up to date with the podcast: @100degreesconsulting Follow Stephanie on Instagram: @stephanie.skry/  Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieskryzowski/  Visit the podcast page: https://100degreesconsulting.com/preventing-burnout    Want more of the podcast? New episodes are released weekly! Find them all plus show notes and exclusive bonus content at 100degreesconsulting.com/podcast. Leave us a review! Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let me know what you loved most about this episode! Subscribe to the show so you don't miss a thing!  

Today's conversation is with Bonnie Gintis, DO Bonnie lives in in northern Vermont. She has taught worldwide, addressing physicians and all people interested in exploring embodiment. She retired from Osteopathic private practice in 2009 and now devotes herself to teaching, writing, and exploring new ways to foster health and wellbeing. She is the author of Engaging The Movement Of Life: Exploring Health And Embodiment Through Osteopathy And Continuum. She is a 1986 graduate of New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she has also taught Osteopathic Principles and Practice. She has been a faculty member with the Sutherland Cranial Teaching Foundation, the American Academy of Osteopathy, the European School of Osteopathy, The German Academy for Osteopathic Medicine, and Jim Jealous, DO. Bonnie has been a board member, faculty member and Course Director for The Osteopathic Cranial Academy, and was honored with Fellowship in the Osteopathic Cranial Academy (FCA) in 2015. Bonnie studied Continuum extensively with Emilie Conrad and taught in collaboration with her from 1997 until the time of her death in 2014. She was authorized by Emilie to teach Continuum, and now teaches a synthesis of all her areas of exploration and expertise. She has had more than 50 years of meditation practice, trained to be a teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and has explored many approaches to mindfulness within and outside of Buddhist traditions. Bonnie's innovative approach combines Osteopathy, Continuum's fluid movement exploration, and mindfulness, expanding the possibilities for experiencing health and embodiment and allowing for the development of perceptual skills to more deeply care for ourselves and others. https://osteopathyunplugged.com/ https://bonniegintis.com/   In today's talk discussed about what Osteopathy and Continuum are. We shared perspective on the importance of natural movement, meditation, and a holistic approach in professional practices. We also discussed ways to connect with Bonnie's work, including her wonderful book and her upcoming teaching schedule including a retreat at Kripalu in October. There was really so much territory we could cover her and I felt Bonnie did a great job to just scratch the surface without opening up too many wormholes to go down, as the topics are rather vast topics as we explore them more. I would highly recommend her book and her podcast to get a deeper sense into what Osteopathy and Continuum can be. They are practices which I am personally still so green about but have touched and changed me in profound ways. I hope if they can be supportive for you that you too can get more information to explore your inner workings through these ways of being.   If you are enjoying and getting something out of these talks, we'd appreciate it if you would leave a positive review of the podcast and subscribe to it through the platform of your choice. When you do this it really helps other people find us, and we greatly appreciate your support. You can find more about Andrew at http://andrewrosenstock.com and http://RolfingInBoston.com Many thanks to Explorers Society for use of their song " All In" from their majestic album 'Spheres' Please check them out here https://open.spotify.com/album/1plT1lAPWEQ1oTRbWOiXm3?si=eAL08OJdT5-sJ6FwwZD50g

Highlight from Public Talk with Justin Patrick Pierce & Londin Angel Winters at Kripalu, August 23-24, 2024 This audio recording is an excerpt from a live teaching event with Justin Patrick Pierce & Londin Angel Winters, recorded live at Kripalu on August 23-24, 2024.

Original air date: December 6, 2022 Have you ever wondered what intergenerational trauma looks like in a play therapy session? Or how you can support both the child and the parent in integrating this trauma? In this episode, Lisa Dion is joined by Dr. Arielle Schwartz, renowned author of "The Complex PTSD Workbook" and "The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook," to discuss this profound topic. Together, they delve into: Understanding intergenerational trauma and its manifestations in play therapy sessions. Cultivating trans-generational resilience and generational empathy to model for clients and their parents/caregivers. Managing your own intergenerational trauma when it arises during sessions. The importance of self-care in trauma work, including Dr. Schwartz's own daily embodiment practice. Join this enlightening conversation and expand your perspective beyond the client's immediate experiences to consider generational patterns and unresolved traumas within the family system. Discover how these dynamics shape the parent/caregiver-child relationship and learn effective strategies to support healing across generations. About Dr. Arielle Schwartz: Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified complex trauma professional, and Kripalu yoga teacher with a private practice in Boulder, Colorado. As an internationally sought-after teacher and leading voice in healing PTSD and complex trauma, she is the author of six books, including "The Complex PTSD Workbook" and "Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma." Dr. Schwartz offers an integrative, mind-body approach to therapy through her Center for Resilience Informed Therapy. Learn more about her work at www.drarielleschwartz.com. Podcast Resources:  Synergetic Play Therapy Institute Synergetic Play Therapy Learning Website FREE Resources to support you on your play therapy journey  Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach to Integrating Intensity * If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcast, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and invite your friends/fellow colleagues to join us.

Stephen Cope, author of Yoga and the Quest for the True Self and The Dharma in Difficult Times, talks with J about the crossovers and divergences in eastern and western spirituality. They discuss psychotherapy and contemplative pursuits, crazy wisdom teachers, theology and practice, divinity school, discovering Kripalu, shaktiput from Amrit Desai, revelations of abuse and reinvention from ashram to retreat center, prayer and meditation, dharma, being called to act, and slowly refining your capacity to know that still small voice within.   J. Brown Yoga Teacher Training… NEW GROUP STARTS ONLINE in OCT - REGISTER NOW!.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.   Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

In this episode of Sense of Soul we have Caryn Challman. Caryn is an Ayurvedic Counselor and Practitioner. She pursued her Ayurvedic studies at Kripalu, earning the title of Ayurvedic Health Counselor. Building on this foundation, she continued her education under the guidance of Dr. Anusha Sehgal BAMS, achieving the status of an Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner. She has also had the great fortune to study with Dr. Vasant Lad and Dr. Claudia Welsh.  Caryn grounded in her 30-year pranayama, meditation, and yoga practice, she brings a well-rounded approach to healing that addresses mind, body, and spirit. Visit her wellness website www.sattvicfern.com. Learn more about Sense of Soul at www.senseofsoulpodcast.com Coming soon you can watch this episode on Ethereal TV!

Back from a couple months off with a quick update on the summer season with guest host Larry Milburn, former host of Roadie Free Radio and the online site, Yoga for Dudes. Derek and Larry share their initial thoughts from the Kripalu Yoga Center in Western Massachusetts where they just completed the Way of the Empowered Man led by frequent guest, Johnny Gillespie. The guys talk about the intense core work of the weekend, the heat, the surprisingly high turnout from guys who are totally new to yoga that joined the retreat, and offer a quick preview for the fall. Also, Derek is handing the mic to Larry as guest host for the summer as he takes paternity leave with his newborn daughter and wife. So stay tuned right for Larry's summer interviews with some great Connecticut-based guys with more stories and offerings, and future new content and programming GTY is developing for the fall. Be sure to check out our fully redesigned website at https://www.gtypodcast.com/ for more episodes, resources and links to get your practice started. Other resources mentioned this episode: The Way of the Empowered Man retreat https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/way-empowered-man Why Yoga Retreats Matter & The Way of the Empowered Man Yoga with Johnny Gillespie https://open.spotify.com/episode/4i6nuKnLoN9EUWscfv4rNX Larry's website, Yoga for Dudes https://www.yogafordudes.com/

In this final installment of my conversation with award-winning book coach (who has helped dozens and dozens and dozens of experts get five- and six-figure book deals) and author of the brand-new book “Breathe. Write. Breathe.” Lisa Tener, we get a look at what's coming up for her, and she answers my fast five final questions. Wa talked about: The trippy experience of re-reading something you first encountered years ago and having a completely new and different take on it How discovering Sark's books felt like a gift from the universe Using Human Design as a tool to help you figure out what to do next Manifesting teaching a retreat at place like Kripalu, Omega, or Esalen The shift she's working that “makes life juicier” Why she's feeling drawn to write more poetry Lisa's recipe for her all-time favorite tea Her favorite dish at her favorite restaurant that sounds so good it inspired us to make a dinner date to go get it Visit Lisa at listener.com. For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com. Thanks to this week's sponsor, Air Doctor Pro. Visit airdoctorpro.com and use code KATE to save 30% off an amazing indoor air filter *and* receive a free three-year warranty (an $84 value). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 46, I am joined by my wonderful client Sara Avant Stover, a Certified Internal Family Systems practitioner, and a teacher and mentor of women's spirituality and entrepreneurship. Sara shares her powerful healing journey and how she came to write her current book Handbook for the Heartbroken. I loved hearing how The Bean Protocol™ played a pivotal role in supporting her journey!!Sara Avant Stover is the author of The Way of the Happy Woman (2011), The Book of SHE (2015), and Handbook for the Heartbroken (2024.)Her work—integrating Buddhism, embodiment, and psychology—has uplifted the lives of countless women worldwide. She has taught at Kripalu, 1440 Multiversity, and Shambhala Mountain Center and featured in Yoga Journal, HuffPost, Newsweek, Natural Health, and more. She lives in Boulder, Colorado.For more, visit saraavantstover.com.

“Using the domination and submission archetypes of BDSM outside of sexuality have been so healing for me. Stepping into my archetype of a dominatrix– it's a woman who can speak her desires. When I'm submissive, I'm learning to surrender.” Karina Gutierrez, owner of mental health and holistic healing company Strategic Soul, joins the show to discuss sexual liberation and healing through BDSM.Karina is an expert in both Western psychology and Eastern healing practices and holds two master's degrees from the University of Pennsylvania in professional counseling and counseling mental health services. She's also a certified Kripalu yoga instructor, certified Strategic Intervention life coach and a certified Usui and Holy Fire® Reiki Master.In this episode, Karina talks about working with a Tantric Coach and Pro Dom in order to let go of sexual shame and repression and experience sexual healing and liberation. She discusses how our sexual partners can serve as a reflection of our own sexuality, showing us the parts of ourselves that need to be healed and integrated. We talk about using sexuality to fuel your creativity and honor your eros. Karina discusses sexual repression, where it stems from and how it physically and emotionally manifests. She then explains what BDSM is– and isn't– and the dynamics of domination and submission both in the bedroom and out in the real world. We talk about integrating dom/sub aspects into your life and how to find a healthy balance within yourself. Karina explains how to open and clear the chakras through sacred sexuality and, more specifically, the sacral chakra's energetic tie to our sexual partners. We discuss our experiences with conscious celibacy. Karina talks about ‘kink' and how to start exploring yours.***TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast episode explores aspects of sexual healing and liberation through kink and BDSM and contains references of trauma related to sexual abuse at timestamps 18:24 and 43:35. Please listen with care or fast-forward.***RESOURCES & REFERENCES:“Mental Health, Therapy and Holistic Healing Modalities, Ayahuasca, Sound Baths and Psychic Readings with Strategic Soul's Karina Gutierrez” HERETake the kink test HEREStream Astrocandy's Taurus Season playlist on Spotify HEREConnect with Karina:Website: mystrategicsoul.comInstagram: HEREPodcast: HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astrocandy--4556333/support.

Krista Oakes is a certified yoga and meditation teacher specializing in working with beginners and seniors. She teaches gentle and chair yoga classes in Daytona Beach, Florida and nationally, online. Krista leads group wellness retreats and teaches yoga and meditations to corporations. Her classes focus on safety, proper body alignment, mindfulness, and trusting oneself. Krista's approach to teaching integrates the mindfulness of meditation, lifestyle coaching, and the compassionate approach of Kripalu yoga rooted in faith and spirituality, with humor sprinkled throughout. Krista received her BA from Muhlenberg College where she first discovered the thrill of expressing herself through writing. As a yoga teacher, she enjoys reconnecting with that joy through blogging and communicating with her students. In January 2024, Krista published her first book, Shedding Shame: Finding Freedom to Live an Authentic Life, where she takes the reader on a journey through her life's challenges. She shares about being a child growing up with gay parents, losing her dad to AIDS, and the shame of her marriage full of dysfunction and mental illness which ended in divorce. Krista shares her path to unravel the shame that held her back, where's she's been, and how she's gotten to where she is today, living her best, authentic life. Learn more about Krista's gentle yoga programs here: https://www.daytonayogawithkrista.com/You can find Krista's book, Shedding Shame: Finding Freedom to Live an Authentic Life here: https://www.daytonayogawithkrista.com/sheddingshameKrista's "coming out" song is Defying Gravity from the musical Wicked: https://youtu.be/MslDnwerQRA?si=ip60m30HHGF0d02NTwo books that have influenced Krista are Daring Greatly by Brené Brown https://brenebrown.com/book/daring-greatly/and Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33516773-big-little-liesThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In this episode, Lama Rod and Chetna talk about: What liberation smells like, sounds like, feels like and looks like for Lama Rod from both an abstract and embodied experience Contentment and acceptance alongside the wrongness, suffering and crisis of the world The subtle practice of “holding the chaos and crisis, instead of the chaos and crisis holding you” Holding space for everything that's arising is still feeling the chaos and tension, feeling our hearts breaking and enraging, and also still being connected to the space that's holding us and everything Reacting to everything may create more harm, and gives little space to respond The choicefulness and consent of this practice Chetna references Dylan McGarry's art that speaks to how to hold ourselves and each other accountable requires holding Accountability is meeting the reality, showing up and telling the truth We have to confront our personal broken-heartedness as an expression of the collective disappointment Not giving in to everything being “too much”, letting things arise in the nature of one's own mind Liberation work is calling us to do what we thought was impossible Lama Rod's practice of “no choice” as a way to not bypass the work or give himself excuses Chetna's relation to this with choosing to be in recovery, and having chosen “no choice” when it comes to engaging with certain substances The necessity of “no choice” despite our human shit, to eliminate complexity and not enabling ourselves to get out of the work Boundaries as a way to maintain discipline and dedication in the face of difficulty “No choice” as conducive for empowerment, balance and liberation On the other side of some rigidity, hard choices is discomfort is space, like a crucible  and the discomfort of alchemy Seed processes and the struggle of a seed cracking open to sprout, and how it relates to our nature's propensity to emerge through discomfort Surrendering to the dark or the unclear, where our awareness isn't and where there are narratives of danger Lama Rod's relationship to the energetic of depression, and the medicine of surrendering to get close to the depression and see what it needed The darkness is asking to be tended to, and the need to offer care to the things we're afraid of Pressing down, avoiding and pressurizing the darkness before it leaves us without choice due it's need to be released Depression as a portal to liberation, love and compassion when we sit down and ask what it needs and why it's here Tending to the darkness softens our hearts and reduces the isolation The advanced practice of loving the things we're most afraid of  The distinction between love and like; wanting someone to be free and resourced even if I don't want them to be my friend If someone, or a collective of people were free and getting what they needed, what harm would that prevent? Trying to love in this way has to come after we spend time with the rage, fear, grief The coexistence of loving someone (and understanding that they deserve to be free) and being pissed off at them too  How this could allow us to take less personally our anger without it overtaking us or making it wrong in us The Love is what holds the space, the watery Love sets the boundaries for the fire of anger without repressing it or letting it overtake or spread wildly You can sometimes help someone be free by staying out the way, and whatever we do in Love is helpful The apocalypse as something that's been around for centuries, not just our lifetime or our disruption The apocalypse has been experienced by many different communities across time; this can allow us to zoom out beyond the confines of our lives This is a time of decolonization, when we are dealing with the wounds of colonialism Abolition as a way of healing to abolish the systems that perpetuate violence The pain and suffering of individualism that narrows our realities and produces isolation and separation, which is a root of colonialism Decolonization is really about community; Loving people without feeling like we need to like them and holding chaos are ways to decolonize and be in community This work is both personal and collective; us as individuals have to name the experience of our pain, and our ancestors pain, in order to abolish and heal the pain of the collective Remembering who we were before systems of oppression is hard work; the cellular structure of our hearts proves our capacity to return to who we were born as We have to grieve our way back, for our ancestors and ourselves, in order to move forward The importance of unwounding our hearts to be present in community more and in this liberation work Find more: Lama Rod online: lamarod.com Lama Rod on IG @lamarodofficial  Chetna on IG @mosaiceye and the podcast @creationforliberation  Other offerings: Upcoming Events: Reclaiming Creativity Workshop with Kripalu. Embodying BHAKTI: The Yoga of Love - a series for women and non-binary activists (mosaiceyeunfolding.com/communityevents) Work 1:1 with Chetna for high-achieving changemakers to get out of your heads and into embodied creative alchemy (chetnamehta.co/sessions)

Shri Ram Chandra Kripalu Bhajmann bhajan : Ashram Bhajan

Shri Ram Chandra Kripalu Bhajmann bhajan : Ashram Bhajan

Shri Ram Chandra Kripalu Bhajmann bhajan : Ashram Bhajan

Shri Ram Chandra Kripalu Bhajmann bhajan : Ashram Bhajan

SOULS are WAKING UP - A NEW TIME FOR HUMANITY! Rob SchwartzToday we're talking with Past Life Regression Therapist Rob Schwartz

This week on the podcast I am joined by Amy Ippoliti. Amy is the co-author of The Art & Business of Teaching Yoga and cofounder of Vesselify (formerly 90 Monkeys), an online resource for yoga professionals. She teaches on YogaInternational.com and has been a presenter at the Omega Institute, Esalen, and Kripalu, as well as the Telluride Yoga Festival and Hanuman Festival. In this episode of the podcast, we're diving into Amy's background with yoga, how she has grown a thriving career in yoga, and what inspired her to write The Art & Business of Teaching Yoga. She also shares some of the major updates to the book that were released in 2024, and much more. Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by OfferingTree. If you're interested in finding an all-in-one platform for online or in-person teaching, then you should check out OfferingTree. OfferingTree has been supporting M.B.Om for over a year now and I not only love the product but I also love the people. OfferingTree is providing special pricing for M.B.Om listeners, so be sure to visit offeringtree.com/mbom. My new yoga book is out now: www.mbomyoga.com/book In this episode: How Amy first got into yoga, and what inspired her to become a yoga teacher Making the decision to do a yoga teacher training after college Becoming a new yoga teacher at 26 and how Amy's yoga career evolved over time Whether or not the yoga industry has had “waves” over the years Where the inspiration to write The Art & Business of Teaching Yoga came from Major updates to Amy's book that were released in 2024 Tips on how to flourish as a yoga teacher Guest links: Visit Amy online at www.amyippoliti.com and www.vesselify.com.

Kerrie is a MELT Master Trainer, Groove facilitator, Yoga instructor and owner of Balance Total Body Fitness. As one of six Master Trainers selected by MELT creator Sue Hitzmann to train other instructors to teach MELT, she has led MELT Lab Trainings and Instructor Level 1 Trainings across the country and is now busy assisting Sue with all levels of training online.Over the course of her MELT career, Kerrie has studied extensively under Sue Hitzmann, leading groups and mentoring instructors in all levels of the MELT curriculum. Kerrie brings over 14 years of concentrated study to her delivery of the method and is widely known for her positive and accessible teaching style. She teaches all ages and abilities, and designs custom MELT Maps for clients dealing with complex medical issues.When she is not leading MELT Trainings, Kerrie works as the Head of Instructor Training and Teaching Assistant Trainer for the MELT Method, teaches monthly MELT Introductory Workshops and weekly classes in Western Massachusetts and leads wellness retreats at Kripalu and other locations.

Shownotes The truth that trauma healing happens in stages A practice to reach nervous system safety even when it's unfamiliar Why it's not actually the trauma that makes you stronger The therapy modalities that have helped each of us heal the most What happens when you realize no one can do this work for you How trauma work leads to full aliveness and freedom The ways healing can empower and change the world The journey of trauma recovery being an awakening of the spiritual heart Bio Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified complex trauma professional, EMDR Consultant and Kripalu yoga teacher. She's an international speaker and the author of 7 powerful books, including The Complex PTSD Workbook, EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology, The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook, and her latest, Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga.  Dr. Schwartz is the founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy, where she offers an integrative, mind-body approach to therapy.  She specializes in applied polyvagal theory, which focuses on addressing imbalances within the autonomic nervous system that underlie most mental and physical health conditions.  Dr. Schwartz believes that the journey of trauma recovery is an awakening of the spiritual heart. Learn more at www.drarielleschwartz.com and follow her @arielleschwartzboulder for her mental health and wellness updates. Social Media: https://drarielleschwartz.com/ https://www.facebook.com/drarielleschwartz/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielle-schwartz-0756b62a/ https://twitter.com/DrAschwartz https://www.instagram.com/arielleschwartzboulder/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LUxnXbReV7I5cEzvb46sQ   Timestamps 0:00:00 - Intro clips  0:00:45 - This Tantric Life with Layla Martin podcast opening 0:01:21 - Introducing Dr. Arielle Schwartz 0:02:45 - Personal journey with trauma healing 0:12:30 - How does it feel to share a moment of trauma? 0:14:02 - Connect with Layla - join the email list: https://laylamartin.com/join-list/ 0:14:46 - Practices used to heal from trauma 0:22:42 - Where is the most beauty? Finding your own inner wisdom 0:33:29 - The only time and space we can heal is now 0:43:08 - Obliss: The Sexual Masterclass for Women. https://hubs.ly/Q01c0SWh0 0:45:02 - Tools or steps to understand trauma healing to feel safe 0:52:04 - Let's drink Sex Magic https://shopmood.com 1:04:13 - The story of hysteria 1:13:46 - Trauma healing as a wisdom tradition 1:18:45 - Conclusion === Follow Layla!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelaylamartin/ Website: www.laylamartin.com Sign up to receive my free weekly email that allows you to slowly master the art of experiencing confidence, power, sexiness, radiance, and true love: https://laylamartin.com/join-list/ MOOD Sexy Plant Activated Supplements: https://shopmood.com/ For Men: Learn advanced sexual skills that will make you the best possible lover by unlocking your primal power AND your partner's pleasure in Men's Sexual Mastery - https://hubs.ly/Q01c_Wgx0 Obliss: The Sexual Masterclass for Women. This 6-week online course contains 24 transformative exercises and techniques. https://hubs.ly/Q01c0SWh0   TRUTH AND LOVE COACHING INTERNATIONAL, LLC – VIDEO DISCLAIMER The information contained within this video is for informational purposes only. We shall in no event be held liable to any party for any reason arising directly or indirectly for the use or interpretation of the information presented in this video. Copyright 2024, Truth and Love Coaching, LLC - All Rights Reserved.

In this epsiode, I am so excited to welcome my good friend and colleague, Joy Stone. Joy and I met over a decade ago in our positive psychology certification at Kripalu. At the time she was a yoga instructor and I had just left my corporate job in pursuit of what was next for me. Since then we both have helped hundreds of women reclaim their truth and authenticity. Joy is a spiritual teacher, soul connection coach, and bestselling author. She specializes in empowering women to achieve inner peace, self-trust, and alignment with their soul's truth. Her unique approach weaves together ancient wisdom and contemporary depth psychology to address disconnection, self-doubt and anxiety, promoting confidence, freedom and joy. She is the bestselling author of  "If I'm So Spiritual, Why Am I Still So Anxious?"  Today's topic is all about the owning your authenticity. We discuss how we can become disconnected from our truth, and get stuck in self-sabotaging patterns or cycles of anxiety, and how remembering the truth of who we are, our soul self/true self/authentic self/unseen self is the way to end this suffering. Joy offers her teachings from the perspective of yoga psychology to help aid in a process of reclaiming our power and authenticity. She also shares her own remarkable personal story of how she founds her  path, and ended her battle with anxierty and unworthiness, to become a spiritual teacher. You can learn more about Joy Stone and her work at www.joystonecoaching.com.        

Today we're talking to Ruby Warrington all about being a Woman Without Kids, being "a village person," and the nuances of being child-free (by choice or by circumstance). IN THIS EPISODE, we get extremely candid as we talk about: The ways the parenthood vs. non-parenthood discussion has evolved, and ways it hasn't The "motherhood spectrum" vs. the motherhood binary Other people's opinions and cultural expectations / "noise" around motherhood, and how that affects us Our inner "noise" around motherhood, and how that affects us A new spin on the conversations around love and regret Navigating grief when you wanted to be a parent but it wasn't in the cards (childfree by circumstance) How to create a movement that matters ...and SO much more!  Ruby Warrington is a British-born author and editor, perhaps best known as the creator of the term “sober curious”. Her 2018 book and million-download podcast of the same title has helped to spearhead a global movement to reevaluate our relationship with alcohol. Her latest book, Women Without Kids, asks: “Instead of continuing to paint childfree women as sad, self-obsessed, or somehow dysfunctional, what if we saw them as boldly forging a first-in-a-civilization vision for a fully autonomous womankind? What if being a woman without kids was in fact its own kind of legacy?” Ruby's other works include Material Girl, Mystical World, The Numinous Astro Deck, and The Sober Curious Reset. With more than 20 years of experience as a lifestyle journalist and editor, Ruby is also the founder of self-publishing imprint Numinous Books and is known as a true thought leader in the “Now Age” wellness space. ~ SHOW NOTES: Find Ruby at https://www.rubywarrington.com/ and on Instagram @rubywarrington Buy WOMEN WITHOUT KIDS Attend the CELEBRATE BEING CHILDFREE retreat at Kripalu with Rachel Cargle ~ BUY WANT YOUR SELF on... WANT YOUR SELF on Amazon (don't forget to rate and review it here!) Amazon Kindle Audible Bookshop Barnes & Noble Target Sounds True ~ Email Katie at katie@womenagainstnegativetalk.com or DM her on Instagram to let her know what you want to hear about, who you want to hear from, or what you want to learn next season of the WANTcast!  

In this enlightening episode, we delve into the world of yoga therapy with Kelly Froio, the IAYT Membership Coordinator, and Marita Greenridge, the IAYT Marketing and Communications Director. Our guests shed light on the International Association of Yoga Therapists' (IAYT) dual online platforms aimed at both members and the public, highlighting the organization's efforts to educate on yoga therapy and facilitate finding certified therapists. The conversation also explores the significance of the SYTAR conference, revealing its pivotal role in fostering connections within the yoga community, discussing its evolution, and unveiling the anticipated lineup for SYTAR 2024, including notable speakers like Ganesh Mohan, Heather Mason, Chanda Hinton, Chanda Williams and Doug Keller. The episode rounds out with a look ahead to the Symposium for Yoga Therapy Research at Kripalu, promising a continuation of IAYT's mission to unite and advance the field.Introduction to IAYT's Online Platforms: Overview of the two distinct websites operated by IAYT, tailored to serve its members and the general public, aiming to spread awareness about yoga therapy and how to locate a certified yoga therapist.SYTAR Conference Highlights: Discussion on the essence of the SYTAR conference, emphasizing its importance for creating meaningful connections, sharing expertise, and laying the groundwork for collaborative efforts—all while enjoying the collective spirit and fun of the yoga community.Evolution of SYTAR 2024: Insights into the new developments for the upcoming SYTAR conference, showcasing how the event continues to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the yoga therapy community.2024 Event Lineup and Keynotes: Preview of what attendees can expect at SYTAR 2024, including an impressive roster of speakers.Symposium for Yoga Therapy Research: Introduction to the annual fall conference held at Kripalu, focusing on yoga therapy research, furthering IAYT's commitment to the professional development and recognition of yoga therapy.  If you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. You will have the opportunity to determine the Infographic Topics that you would like to receive. When The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast has a topic that corresponds to your choices, then you will receive an email for that week with the PDF's for download.Topics you can choose from include: Yoga Therapy & Mental HealthYoga Therapy & Physical HealthSocial Justice in yoga & Yoga TherapyYoga/Ayurveda ToolboxYoga & Indian PhilosophyGlobal & Trending Yoga Therapy TopicsClick the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 seconds total.https://amywheeler.com/subscribe Find IAYT:www.IAYT.orgwww.YogaTherapy.Health Check out Amy's website Visit Amy's training section on her website to check out the courses belowYoga therapy training courses 865-certified-yoga-therapist-program www.optimalstateyoganidra.comwww.TheOptimalState.com

In this episode, Feroza and Chetna talk about: The creative process being a spiritual one, and how honoring that is transcending the inner critic that says “you're a fraud” Feroza's relationship with her creative muse Creativity rising up in her like water that have to be poured out based on experiencing a lot of emotions Creativity also rising up in her when her muse comes gently knocking Developing a relationship with her muse where there is a trust and patience Honoring her body's request to make music, even though “no one is asking for it” Her joining Creative Somatic Alchemy which was a journey back to her creativity and herself after a medical trauma  The impact of community connection in her creative practice Negotiating with her muse, speaking to her nicely, and treating her well Revolving her life around her intuition and honoring that there's always time to pause Setting herself up to have no excuse to pause by walking with a notebook and pen to honor the whisperings The felt sense of music from her muse and music from her mind, based on the sensations in her body and emotions Creating music that invites people to feel, and recognizing that many people aren't ready or willing to go there She asks the question, “what does your soul say?” “what does your heart say”, and focuses on offering her music to folks who are thirsty for this The important activism in art that invites us to feel and rest, to give water to the fire of the world Her experience with Mosaiceye community as her fellow witches and unicorns, and what it helped steward in her to create differently than she has before Being held in graceful accountability made her want to be herself even when she felt sad, how it helped her be honest The challenge and beauty of sharing music and watching folks listen, receiving affirmation and being together in it The permission to play and flow with herself and within her collaborations Grace and grit being invitations she took on and accepted from her learnings Taking generative space from creative practice, whether it be music, ceramics, relating and conversing; to rest and give space for divine alchemy to have a hand Bringing open experimental energy to creative practice like Dee Dee from Dexter's Lab (lol) The difference between “passion” and doing what she needs to do, because “I am, therefore I create.”  The deeper we get in touch with our creativity the more likely we'll be disrupting systems that oppress our creativity, and we need community to do this hard work and play. From Feroza: Feroza on Substack for stories and musings behind the songs (ferozacayetano.substack.com) Feroza's BandCamp: https://ferozacayetano.bandcamp.com/music Feroza on IG @feroza.cayetano (instagram.com/feroza.cayetano) The songs played: “Bring Me Back” and “human, pt. ii” From Mosaiceye: The 3-month Creative Somatic Alchemy (mosaiceyeunfolding.com/communityevents/creativealchemy) The 4-month Conscious Creators program (mosaiceyeunfolding.com/communityevents/consciouscreators) The River Membership Community - launching with the Summer Solstice! (mosaiceyeunfolding.com/theriver) Chetna on IG @mosaiceye and the podcast @creationforliberation  The Chetna Unfolding newsletter on Substack (chetnaunfolding.substack.com) Other offerings: Upcoming Events: Welcome Spring 2024: an Intention-Refreshing workshop; Reclaiming Creativity Workshop with Kripalu; Embodying Bhakti: The Yoga of Love - a series for women and non-binary activists (mosaiceyeunfolding.com/communityevents) Work 1:1 with Chetna for high-achieving changemakers to get out of your heads and into embodied creative alchemy (chetnamehta.co/sessions)

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 367: Money Matters & Budgeting with Jenifer Parker    Description: How do you feel about budgeting and money as a yoga teacher? What is your system for tracking income and expenses – is it working? How can you decrease your expenses and/or increase your income? These are some questions Jennifer Parker answers in this insightful money conversation.   Jenifer Parker has been a yoga teacher for more than 21 years and is a qualified instructor in 4 lineages: Kripalu, Sivananda, Krishnamacharya, and Thai Yoga. She meets students where they are, teaching a traditional, integrated approach. In general she teaches within the Krishnamacharya lineage, but offers a unique insight into the similarities and differences in practice across lineages. Currently, she offers private lessons, corporate and private group classes, and a few public community classes in Te-Whanganui-a-Tara, Aotearoa (Wellington, New Zealand).   In this episode, Shannon and Jennifer dive deeper into money matters and budgeting for yoga teachers. Jennifer explains how to get consistent with our budgeting, how to adapt it to our needs and our yoga business, and why it's so important for yoga teachers. She also shares some ideas on how to make more money as a yoga teacher and tackles some big mindset blocks yoga teachers may face when it comes to money issues.   Key Takeaways: [0:28] Shannon takes a moment to recognize the harm that is taking place in Palestine right now. [4:13] Shannon briefly talks about her topic and guest for the episode. [5:15] Shannon introduces herself and gives a shout out to the sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals. [8:47] Kathleen Pratt shares a little about the ongoing online yoga series, Nourish Your Nervous System. [10:13] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Jennifer Parker. [15:49] What does Jennifer do and who does she do it for? [18:36] Jennifer shares a little about where she is located. [19:44] Why is Jennifer so passionate about talking about money in relation to teaching yoga and being a yoga teacher? [25:47] What are Jennifer's thoughts on budgets? [32:04] What kind of tools does Jennifer use when it comes to creating a budget? [34:08] What actions does Jennifer take when she's looking at her budget every week? [37:26] Jennifer shares some tips that can help with the mindset part of creating and following a budget. [40:34] What are some ideas for yoga teachers to make more money? [46:49] Having a clear goal in mind will help you move in the right direction. [48:23] Shannon pops in to give a shout out of thanks to sponsor, OfferingTree. [51:21] What are some other ideas for making money within yoga? [58:17] Jennifer recommends talking to your landlord about subdividing the physical space you are using for yoga classes if the rent has gone up. [62:23] We have to get comfortable talking about money! [0:00] undefined [63:18] Jennifer's advice is to tap into your networks. [74:37] Shannon shares some reflection questions you can journal on. [75:37 - 75:50] Questions: [78:42] Shannon shares an audio message from a podcast listener. [81:11] Support the podcast by making a donation or signing up for one of the offerings!   Links: Jennifer Parker Previous Podcast Episodes on Money 366: Get Okay with Making Money with Chioma Njoku  330: Connect with Your Money with Shannon Crow 295: Make Money Teaching Yoga with Betty Welsh 280: Get Paid as a Yoga Teacher with Shannon Simmons 141: Let's Talk Money with Katie Brauer 042: Money Mindset with Geraldine Carter 154: Bookkeeping for Yoga Teachers with Kelly Christian 329: Why Separate Bank Accounts? with Shannon Crow Mint: Budget Tracker & Planner Nourish Your Nervous System, 6-Week Online Series with Kathleen Pratt in Pelvic Health Professionals Guest Speakers in Pelvic Health Professionals Support the podcast Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group Pelvic Health Professionals   Gratitude to our Sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals.   Reflection & Journaling Questions: How can we navigate the often unpredictable landscape of income and expenses while staying true to the practice of yoga and the purpose of our work?  How do you personally approach budgeting as a yoga teacher? Have you found success in tracking your income before your expenses, and if so, how has it impacted your financial stability? What methods have you used to increase your income beyond teaching classes? Do you prefer using budgeting apps or spreadsheets, and why? How often do you check your bank statements, and what insights have you gained from this practice? In what ways do you see parallels between budgeting and yoga, particularly in terms of consistency and adaptability? Have you been able to build a buffer of savings, and if so, what strategies have helped you achieve this? When do you think it's appropriate for yoga teachers to consider taking on part-time work, and how can one navigate the potential stigma associated with it? Have you ever negotiated rent for your teaching space, or explored alternative venues? What advice would you offer to others in similar situations? Lastly, how do you harness the power of your network and student referrals to grow your yoga community and increase your teaching opportunities?   Quotes from this episode: "It's OK to make income teaching yoga.'   "It's really helpful if people can actually sit down and look at the numbers and then make for themselves a clear decision. Is this something that I want to do full time all the time or is it something that I just wanna do sometimes?"   "Let's talk about different ways of approaching the financials of this business that are based in living our values rather than just ‘I made a beautiful abundance collage and the universe will take care of me'."   "The first step of budgeting is: what are my costs?"   "The budget will work for you if it works the way you work."   "If you're in a place where you can say I'm not gonna be too proud, all of a sudden now there's infinite opportunity."

In this episode, Ameera and Noa talk with Chetna about: What life is like lately for each of them at the time of recording this conversation at the end of February, around 140 days after October 7th What “peace” means to each of them today, alongside the violence that they're actively threatened by daily How Ameera holds the human need to defend and protect against violence while working for peace Why each of them are committed to the work and mission of Tomorrow's Women Ameera's background in joining the organization for cross-border collaboration when she was a teenager How their empathetic and connecting conversations give them both resilience and hope in humanity despite the violence What they each want us as activists outside of Palestine and Israel to be aware of and how to be supportive in this time of crisis How they keep hope when the war goes on and people lose faith in the future Find: Tomorrow's Women online via their website Art to benefit the mission of Tomorrow's Women Chetna on IG @mosaiceye and the podcast @creationforliberation  The Chetna Unfolding newsletter on Substack (chetnaunfolding.substack.com) Other offerings: Upcoming Events: Welcome Spring 2024: an Intention-Refreshing workshop; Reclaiming Creativity Workshop with Kripalu; Embodying Bhakti: The Yoga of Love - a series for women and non-binary activists Work 1:1 with Chetna for high-achieving changemakers to get out of your heads and into embodied creative alchemy

This week on the show I am speaking with special guest Amy Ippoliti. Amy is the co-author of The Art & Business of Teaching Yoga and cofounder of Vesselify (formerly 90 Monkeys), an online resource for yoga professionals. Amy teaches on YogaInternational.com and has been a presenter at the Omega Institute, Esalen, and Kripalu, as well as the Telluride Yoga Festival and Hanuman Festival.visit her online at www.amyippoliti.com and www.vesselify.com. Here's the link to the book's product page on Amazon: https://a.co/d/cxSQzJN The Abundant Yoga Teacher Retreat 2025 is now open for registrations! And this will be THE VERY LAST ONE. Learn more here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/retreatsSupport the show by making a monthly $5 contribution here: www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

Nina Rao and Chandra Easton join Raghu to talk about embodying the goddess Tara through chanting.Interested in seeing Nina and Chandra? Here are two upcoming events on the East Coast: Tibet House, NYC, May 11 and Kripalu, MA, May 12-17Raghu, Nina, and Chandra spend this episode discussing:Chandra's Buddhist upbringingThe deity Tara and the sacred feminineNina and Chandra's collaboration with chanting and mantrasAn acapella chant offered from NinaTara for harmonyTantra and spirituality for the peopleThe 21 praises to TaraDurga, Saraswati, and other feminine deities we can invoke through mantrasThe eighth Tara as a fierce and invincible embodimentThe mara of doubtAbout Nina Rao:Nina Rao is a devotional singer. She tours with Krishna Das, playing cymbals, singing, and acting as his business manager. Nina has two of her own albums, “Antarayaami – Knower of All Hearts” and “Anubhav”. Nina regularly leads kirtan, workshops, and retreats in her hometown of Brooklyn, New York and beyond. Together with Chandra and Genevieve Walker, Nina operates the 21 Taras Collective. You can keep up with Nina on her website or find her on Instagram @nina_rao and on Facebook @NinaRaoChant.About Chandra Easton:Chandra Easton is a teacher, scholar, practitioner, and translator of Tibetan Buddhism. She has taught Buddhism and Hatha Yoga since 2001. In 2015, she was given the title of Vajra Teacher, Dorje Lopön, for Tara Mandala Retreat Center by Lama Tsultrim Allione and H. E. Gochen Sang Ngag Rinpoche. Seeking to bring forth the voice of the empowered feminine in Buddhism, Lopön Chandra regularly leads retreats and classes on Tara for various organizations, develops programs and curricula for Tara Mandala, and teaches nationally and internationally. She has also co-written melodies and recorded music for the twenty-one-Taras mantras found in her new book, Embodying Tara: Twenty-One Manifestations to Awaken Your Innate Wisdom. You can find Chandra on Instagram & Facebook @loponchandra.“The main purpose of doing this aspect of the 21 Tara's practice through chanting and more of a kirtan style is to uplift people, just like kirtan does. To bring joy, open people's heart to the blessings of these Taras and to Devi and to the universal way. And also to help them remember the mantra, because some of them are pretty long they can be a little challenging to remember.” – Chandra EastonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A self-care guide to treating mental, emotional, and neurological conditions• Explores common mental health concerns and stress-related issues—such as anxiety, depression, anger, insomnia, brain fog, and trauma—and shares remedies and practices to address and heal their root causes• Examines the influence of diet and nutrition on mental health and the benefits of specific foods, herbs, supplements, essential oils, and self-care techniques• Details holistic remedies for neurological conditions, such as ADHD, epilepsy, addiction, bipolar disorder, PTSD, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and strokeMental health and emotional well-being are just as important as physical health. And like physical health, there are many simple ways to improve and support mental wellness with the healing power of herbs and other holistic remedies and practices.In this comprehensive guide to natural methods to maintain a healthy mind, herbalist Brigitte Mars and natural health expert Chrystle Fiedler explore many common mental health concerns and stress-related issues—such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, anger, insomnia, brain fog, and trauma—and share remedies and practices to address and heal their root causes. Citing recent medical studies, they examine the influence of diet and nutrition on mental health concerns and explore the benefits of specific foods, herbs, supplements, essential oils, and self-care techniques like acupressure, massage, and color therapy. The authors also explore holistic practices and treatments for moving through grief, breaking free from addiction, working with ADHD and epilepsy, supporting chronic conditions like bipolar disorder, PTSD, and Parkinson's disease, and recovering from traumatic brain injury (TBI) and stroke.Presenting a wealth of holistic self-care therapies for mental well-being, emotional balance, and neurological health, this guide enables each of us to heal the mind and nurture the soul, two essential keys to a happy, joyful life.Brigitte Mars is an herbalist and nutritional consultant of Natural Health with over fifty years of experience. She teaches Herbal Medicine at Naropa University, and The School of Health Mastery in Iceland. She has taught at Omega Institute, Esalen, Kripalu, Sivananda Yoga Ashram, Arise, Envision, Tribal Visions, Burning Man and Unify Festivals, and Mayo Clinic. Brigitte lived for two and a half years off wild edible plants while living in a tepee in the Ozarks.Brigitte is the author of many books and DVDs, including The Country Almanac of Home Remedies, The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine, Beauty by Nature, Addiction Free Naturally, The Sexual Herbal, Healing Herbal Teas, Rawsome! and co-author of The HempNut Cookbook. DVDs include Sacred Psychoactive, Herbal Wizardry for Kids of all Ages, Natural Remedies for Childhood Ailments, Overcoming Addictions, and Natural Remedies for Emotional Health. Her latest project is a phone app called IPlant. Soon to be released by Inner Traditions is Natural Remedies for Mental and Emotional Health.Brigitte and her daughter, Sunflower Sparkle Mars have run Herb Camp for Kids in Boulder, Colorado. Brigitte's other daughter is world famous activist/yogini-actress/ international model, Rainbeau Mars.Please check out www.brigittemars.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/earth-ancients_1/support.