Podcasts about mehndi

From helping her mother with wedding henna applications as a child to becoming a Certified Wedding Planner, Certified Educator, and the proud Owner of Big Guava Events, Rima Shah's journey reflects the vibrant evolution of cultural celebrations in America. In this episode, Rima joins host Krisy Thomas for a rich and insightful conversation exploring the dynamic, intricate world of South Asian weddings.Rima reveals how these multi-day festivities require meticulous attention to detail—navigating religious ceremonies, family traditions, and personal touches that reflect couples' bicultural identities. She candidly shares how proper education transformed her approach, giving her the confidence to build a thriving business despite initial family skepticism about her career path.What truly sets South Asian weddings apart are the "mini events within the grand event," each requiring precise timing and coordination. Rima's passionate description of traditional elements like Mehndi applications and dhol drummers alongside contemporary touches offers listeners a masterclass in cultural celebration planning. Her unexpected story about managing a lighting-triggered medical emergency reminds professionals about the importance of thorough preparation.Perhaps most touching is Rima's reflection on becoming a permanent part of her clients' families—the wedding planner who gets invited to international vacations and becomes the go-to professional for multiple family celebrations. This profound connection illustrates why, despite limiting herself to just 10–15 weddings annually, her business thrives through deep relationships and exceptional service.Whether you're a wedding professional looking to expand your cultural expertise or simply fascinated by the rich traditions of South Asian celebrations, this episode offers invaluable insights from someone who has truly mastered the art of honoring heritage while creating personalized modern celebrations.Ready to elevate your wedding planning expertise? Visit cwpsociety.com to explore our certification programs and join our supportive community of professional wedding planners.www.cwpsociety.com | info@cwpsociety.com | IG: @cwpsociety | FB: @cwpsociety

SPOTLIGHT episodes of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING feature brief chats about a unique topic or cause.Neha Assar has been adorning brides across the nation with bespoke ornate mehndi and body art since 1994 and is now opening doors to many opportunities that are leading to creative collaborations and ground breaking projects. The concepts used are original and the designs are expertly applied freehand, through inspired improvisation and alacrity. Neha Assar has become a celebrated and much sought after figure in the industry. Her artwork has been recognized via various media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, NBC, Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire, Buzzfeed and many more. Neha Assar's artwork has also been exhibited at LA Fashion Week, The Oscar Awards, The Emmy Awards, MTV Movie Awards, and The Grammy Awards. Her list of celebrity clients is ever-growing, already consisting of such names as SZA, Kylie Jenner, Drake, G-Eazy, Lebron James & Family, Shaquille O'Neal, to name a few.

Mehndi or henna artist Sabreena Haque talks to KQED's Pendarvis Harshaw about setting intentions when having art added to your body, doing menna, aka henna for men and expanding into tattoos.  

Sister's Mehndi Party 2022 6hr playlist extract DJ SAAYYM Playlist & Mashup Classics & New, Dance Floor HQ Version Virtual DJ 8 Credits: DJ SAAYYM Mashup & Various DJs and Original Tracklist: 1. Tareefan 2. Baby Doll 3. Ban Ja Tu Meri Rani 4. Made In India (Guru Randhawa) 5. Kya Baat Hai 6. Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui (new) 7. Bijlee Bijlee 8. Neend Churayi Meri (Old) 9. Na Tum Jaano Na Hum 10. Do Dil Mil Rahe Hain 11. Kala Chasma 12. Baby Girl 13. Paani Paani 14. Thug Ranjha 15. Nagada Sang Dhol 16. Suit Suit 17. Wakhra Swag 2.0 18. Sheher Ki Ladki (New) 19. Bom Diggy 20. Kangna 21. Galan Goriyaa (New) 22. Love Mera Hit Hit 23. Gallan Goodiyaan 24. Chale Jaise Hawaien 25. Tip Tip Barsa Paani 2.0 26. Labon Ko Labon Pe

We are sharing a special story about Raksha Bandhan based on the childhood experiences of one of our friends, Meenu. Mehndi is a big part of Raksha Bandhan's preparations in many parts of North India. And if the mehndi turns dark red on the back of your hand, your brother is supposed to love you very much. In this story, Anju, a little girl sees that the mehndi is more orangish and is heartbroken. Listen to the story about how she realizes it's not the color of the mehndi that tells her how much her brother loves her. Enjoy the story!

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Styling Trio's owner and founder based in Playa del Carmen, Mexico - Adrian Guerra - joins our host and editor in chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein, to discuss everything you need to know about your destination wedding hair and makeup. Adrian gives tips to communicate what you want and how you want it so you look and feel your best no matter who you hire. Jennifer and Adrian discuss why professional hair and makeup is a must for your wedding day, why doing your hair and makeup trial for your rehearsal dinner is a great idea, and ways to ensure you get the best possible results (hydration is key). They discuss his sister company, Lemons & Mehndi, why he started it and how he's serving Indian brides. This helpful conversation advises engaged destination wedding couples on hiring the right hair and makeup team for you and your wedding party. More about Adrian Guerra: Years ago a visit to Playa del Carmen, Mexico, changed Adrian's destiny forever. He fell in love with the town and its surroundings and decided to bring his expertise to this magical destination. Guerra founded Styling Trio Riviera Maya in 2009. He was the pioneer in high-definition airbrush makeup and now has become today's top choice for brides getting married in tropical climates. To learn more about Styling Trio or Lemons & Mehndi, log on to https://stylingtrio.com/ and https://stylingtrio.com/our-services/lemons-mehndi/ and follow them on social media: @stylingtrio or @lemonsandmehndiTo learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.

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Are you a people-pleaser who struggles with setting boundaries with your clients? If you do not set boundaries, you are at risk of being taken advantage of in ways that can cause your business to suffer. If you are struggling with saying no, listen to this personal story experienced by host Chelsea Stevenson. In today's episode, Chelsea discusses the importance of setting boundaries and sticking to them. Chelsea shares a story where multiple balls were dropped during the intake process, leaving the client with unrealistic expectations that Chelsea was unable to deliver. After being given the wrong address to the event, Chelsea was already off to the wrong start. Once at the venue, the client was requesting things that were outside of their signed contract. Rather than giving in, Chelsea stood her ground. At the end of the day, Chelsea and her client were able to come to a compromise that worked for everyone. But had Chelsea not stood up for herself, her business and mental health certainly would have suffered. Tune into this week's episode of Hennapreneur to learn the importance of boundaries and when to say no to a client so you can protect yourself and your business from unnecessary stress. Quotes • “You want to make sure that your time and your money are being protected in the event that things come up.” (6:50-6:56) • “Someone dropped the ball. Who that is, I don't know. Ultimately, I was hired and told to arrive at a specific time at a specific location, and I did that. But whoever was responsible for making sure that was the correct venue, didn't do that.” (10:33-10:50) • “The bride came over with some photos of full bridal henna that she was also expecting to get done at this event, and I had to let her know this was not included in our contract.” (13:11-13:28) • “Sometimes you have instances where you have a client whose expectation is not aligned with reality.” (14:35-14:41) • “It is okay for us to say no. Boundaries are so important and boundaries exist even in the context of how we engage our clients when we're working with them.” (17:54-18:03) • “If there's a change in expectation and or in the service that you're rendering, and that's going to require that you be compensated more, get your money first before you render that service.” (22:25-22:35) • “It's always appropriate for you to advocate for your business. It's always appropriate for you to advocate for the needs that you have in order for you to be able to service your clients at the best capacity and in the ways that make you feel really good and proud of your work.” (23:06-23:18) Links Hennapreneur Community (Facebook Group): https://www.hennapreneur.com/community Hennapreneur Website: https://www.hennapreneur.com Hennapreneur Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hennapreneur Hennapreneur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hennapreneur.official Hennapreneur YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/hennapreneur Watch the 5 Biggest Mistakes New Henna Artists Make (And How You Can Avoid Them!) Training: https://www.hennapreneur.com/biggestmistakes Download Chelsea's Fool-Proof Natural Henna Recipe: https://www.hennapreneur.com/hennarecipe

Herbalism & Henna Sunday Night my friends! Meet Sumayah! "I have been studying the art of Henna and Herbal healing for well over a decade now. In my studies of Dance and Herbalism I found the art of henna. As a studied Artist with a Bachelors in Fine Arts I was excited that I could combine My love of art and plants into one. I have traveled across the US and Central America sharing henna in markets, festivals and with random strangers, gifting the joy I find in this beautiful plant medicine. I had been studying various world dances when I was introduced to Mehndi art and simultaneously, was introduced to the ancient art of Thai massage. All of which, I grew deeply passionate for. I quickly found dance and movement to be the embodiment of the souls language. Each modality leading itself into a web of healing with art, movement and plant medicine. Coming full circle, while in Florida, I found myself aligned to enroll in a clinical herbal program in both Western and Traditional Chinese Herbalism at Traditions Herbal School. This has allowed Me to establish myself deeper into herbal healing in a way I can share with My community both physically and spiritually." Follow her website at https://www.taliamoonbotanica.com/ You can always connect with Rainbow Soul at RainbowSoul.show --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rainbowsoul/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rainbowsoul/support

In today's episode, Katie has 30 minutes to become an expert on... Henna aka Mehndi! This was a Katie personal pick because of a recent experience, and maybe we need to do more like that because it was so fun! Henna, aka Mehndi, was so fun to get done, and then just as fun to learn about. Rarely do you come across cultural practices that are so old, and run through so many varied cultures. And rarely does one word have so many meanings! Henna can be a plant, a dye, or a temporary tattoo on your skin, but it is always interesting.  Highlights Include: - The difference between Henna and Mehndi - Cleopatra wore henna! - A big lie about cow poop   Follow on instagram @30minuteexpertpodcast and twitter @30minexpertpod Send us your expertise at 30minuteexpertpodcast@gmail.com And please rate and review! Podcast artwork by Rick Radvansky Music by Jake Radvansky  

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Episode 41: #RaagTilang in Hindi Film Songs: A Webinar with Shri Manoj Govindraj and Pankaj Jain. Songs include one from Dilip Kumar film Deedar: Meri kahani bhulnevale and two sung by Kishore Da: Kaise kahe hum – Sharmeelee AND Mere deewanepan ki bhi – Mehboob ki Mehndi. Other songs on Raag Tilang: Sajna sang kahe neha lagae - Main Nashe Mein Hoon Itna to yaad hai mujhe – Mehboob ki Mehndi Mujhe e zindagi divana kar de – Bindiya Lagan tose lagi balma – Dekh Kabira Roya --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pankaj-jain/support

 Hi, I am Maleka the founder of Imza Creations  Starting out as a hobby, Henna was always an artistic outlet for me. With each passing wedding, holiday or special occasion, I was surrounded by the sweet fragrance and intricate designs which fascinated and inspired me to try this beautiful artwork for myself. This hobby eventually turned into a passionate desire to fill people's lives with happiness through art. http://www.imzacreations.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/back2basicsmode?fan_landing=true)

La creen llena de gracia divina, protectora de los débiles, capaz de ahuyentar cualquier mal y atraer bendiciones.Con ella se dibujan lindes sobre la piel, permanentes a la vez que temporales; con ella se cobrean rizos sin color de forma natural, siguiendo un proceso de tinción que aúna lo moderno con lo ancestral.La alheña (Lawsonia inermis) encierra misterios y paradojas en sus hojas tintóreas y sus flores perfumadas, y me moría de ganas de hablar de ellos en el pódcast… ¿te cuento?☛ Más sobre la alheña:+ Cómo teñirse el pelo con alheña: https://imaginandovegetales.wordpress.com/2017/02/25/alhena-para-pelo/ + Alheña, mujeres y favismo: https://imaginandovegetales.wordpress.com/2017/02/09/alhena-filosofo/☛ Episodios donde hablamos de la malaria: + Artemisas: https://imaginandovegetales.wordpress.com/2020/03/14/artemisia-spp/+ Sauces: https://imaginandovegetales.wordpress.com/2020/02/15/salix-spp☛ LIBRO basado sobre el pódcast:+ Senderos de savia: https://ainaserice.com/senderosdesavia+ Encuéntrame en la web https://ainaserice.com & en redes (FB: https://facebook.com/ainaserice; IG: https://instagram.com/ainaserice).+ Transcripciones de los capítulos (a su ritmo…) en ☛ www.senda.imaginandovegetales.com+ Círculo de apoyo vegetófilo íntimo, con agradecimientos extra ☛ https://patreon.com/ainaserice{Agradecimientos}Música compuesta &interpretada por Cristina Llabrés y Evaristo Pons.¡Y gracias a ti por la compañía!

Our sixth guest in the #RealLifeIndianMinimalists series is Mehndi aka Conscious Chokri. She shares inspiration behind her lifestyle shift, how to tackle our waste and composting. So tune in to get inspired to begin your own journey to Minimalism.  Instagram Handle: conscious_chokri  Want to support the show and help it grow? Here's how (and thank you!):     • Subscribe to the show • Leave a review on Apple Podcasts • Leave a review on Facebook. • Tell a friend (or two!) • Reach out on Facebook  or  Instagram (I promise to respond!)

Zenia Starr narrates a lively start to an exciting mystery series starring Zaiba, a determined 11-year-old on the lookout for a case. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Emily Connelly discuss Annabelle Sami’s new mystery that is perfect for family listening. The Royal Star Hotel is bustling with guests for Zaiba’s cousin’s Mehndi party, and when clever Zaiba, her younger brother Ali, and her best friend Poppy hear of a VIP guest, they’re determined to discover who it is--little do they know they’re stumbling onto a burglary! Starr’s bright narration and ease with shifting between British, Pakistani, and American accents will keep young listeners hooked as they try to solve the case of the missing diamonds--and dog!--along with Zaiba. Published by Bolinda Audio. Find more audiobook recommendations at audiofilemagazine.com Support comes from Oasis Audio, publisher of Remembering Kobe Bryant. Hear firsthand stories about what it was like to go toe-to-toe with one of basketball’s greats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to get a bit of wisdom and perspective from actress and author Shobna Gulati! In this special episode of The Thing About That, we hear from Shobna Gulati, star of Coronation Street, Dinnerladies and Everybody's Talking About Jamie. She opens up about the expectations of marriage within her Hindu Punjabi family, what her favourite bits of a Hindu wedding are and what happens when your marriage doesn't actually last forever... Take a listen and then drop us a review or give us a cheeky star-rating! Also be sure to subscribe to make sure you don't miss any of our other episodes. Email us on thethingaboutthatpodcast@gmail.com or comment on our social media accounts with your questions and suggestions for future conversation. Follow us on twitter & instagram: @TTAT_Podcast Follow us on facebook: @TheThingAboutThatPodcast Guest Special length: 34 mins 36 seconds Marriage expectations within a North Indian family (02:24) Cultural pressures added to patriarchal pressures. Match-making and rishta. What makes a good match? When losing a father pushes you into the arms of a husband too quickly. Gender specific pressures (09:32) Why hasn't the world caught up with the idea that you can be an unmarried woman and secure. Expectation to join the Indian Society at university and meet a husband there. Shobna's favourite hallmarks of a Hindu wedding (12:01) Promises around the fire. Enormous guest lists of people you don't necessarily know. Mehndi ceremonies and beautifying the bride and groom. What happens after divorce? (19:51) Is your identity tied up in your relationship with your husband? Sense of injustice and guilt when the marriage didn't work out. The idea of a marriageable age. Kamala Harris: "I'm speaking now." The finances of a Hindu wedding (28:20) Bollywood productions. Dowries. Punjabi wedding traditions (29:30) Girls stealing the man's shoes, like bridesmaid gifts. Bringing the family in and joining 2 families together. And you can find Shobna's book Remember Me? here: https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/Remember-Me-by-Shobna-Gulati-author/9781788402477 Thank you for listening!

Sumita Batra is a celebrity stylist, entrepreneur, and CEO of Ziba Beauty. Sumita’s curiosity and passion for authentic eastern beauty traditions introduced the Art of Threading™ to the United States over 30 years ago. She is the author of The Art of Mehndi, which showcases her work with celebrity clients like Beyonce, Madonna, Gwen Stefani, and Christina Aguilera, and details her mehndi methodology and technique. Her work has graced the pages of Vanity Fair, Rolling Stone, Mademoiselle and The New York Times Magazine. With over 30 years of experience as an entrepreneur and pioneer in the beauty industry, Sumita shares her strategy for overcoming adversity, and her advice to building and sustaining a resilient business during times of crisis. 

Indian weddings are incomplete without a henna event, also known as the Mehndi ceremony. One way to spot a newly married Indian bride is to look at her hands. You’ll notice beautiful henna designs, in many cases, extending to her forearms all the way up to her elbow. This ancient form of intricate art is brought to life by henna artists around the world. In this interview, we wanted to showcase the best henna artists in the San Francisco Bay Area and ask her questions about the Mehendi ceremony. Our guest today is Neeta Desai Sharma, mehndi designer, henna artist, and a teacher, who has been practicing this form of art for over three decades now. Neeta was kind enough to share with us lots of valuable information that brides usually are not aware of. For instance, the importance of using natural henna products and why brides should stop fantasizing applying mehndi at the same time sd their guests, are some of the topics we dig into deeper. We hope you enjoy our conversation with the all amazing Neeta on the Indian Wedding Podcast.

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Deval Parekh and Isha Gandhi are owners of iDev Event Company, LLC., a wedding planning company that specializes in South Asian and Fusion Weddings. They offer services such as wedding and event planning, Month and Day-of coordination, bridal and party henna, Mehndi, and live Bollywood singing and music. iDev specializes in ethnic weddings. Their motto is, “No matter what the event, never compromise on food, alcohol, and music.” Isha joins us to talk about her journey into becoming the expert in weddings and event planning that she is today and answers burning questions about Indian and Fusion weddings. Click HERE to become a premium subscriber and unlock all of the amazingness:       Ad-free, full length episodes      The TBWPP Wedding Planning Resource Center with  Access to 6 mini courses of The Big Wedding Planning Master Class  Wedding Planning Templates and Tools Big Takeaways Most weddings last from 1-3 days, with 2-5 events involved. In the US, an Indian wedding typically starts 2 days before the ceremony. The first pre-event is a henna event with the bride and the immediate family. The next event is a ceremony where a paste of turmeric, rose water, and sandalwood (or similar) is applied to the bride and groom to make them look prettier on the day of the wedding. The one after that is music, a coming together of the family. It is a day of celebration. There are a lot of dances, food, and sometimes speeches involved. The day after is traditionally the wedding which is ceremony, lunch, and the reception that evening. In fusion weddings, incorporation of the mandap is a colorful and photogenic addition even if the wedding is light on cultural additions in other areas. The mandap is four pillars, the priest sits down and invites lord Ganesha to come into the ceremony and bless the couple. The fire is a holy fire. Depending on the culture, you might be asked to take rounds around the fire that are promises and vows you give each other in presence of the holy fire. Conflicts usually arise when the budget is not in place, or the person who is paying for it isn't communicating fully. iDev gives a realistic breakdown on the price differences (ie, live band vs DJ, real flowers vs fake, etc). The bride and groom need to sit down and figure out what their financial flexibility looks like. Know your non-negotiables. A wonderful way of dealing with familial/in-law differences (especially in religion, etc) is understanding where they are coming from, and include them in your life. Research on your partner's culture. Ask questions, be interested! Links we referenced iDev Event Company Website: http://www.ideveventcompany.com Facebook: http://facebook.com/ideveventcompany Instagram: http://instagram.com/iDevEventCompany Instagram: http://instagram.com/iDevHennaArt LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/idev-event-company Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ideveventcompany Get In Touch:  The Big Wedding Planning Podcast is…  Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez  Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics  On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention! Easy to get in touch with. Email us at hello@thebigweddingplanningpodcast.com or Call and leave a message at 415-723-1625 and you might hear your voice on an episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deval Parekh and Isha Gandhi are owners of iDev Event Company, LLC., a wedding planning company that specializes in South Asian and Fusion Weddings. They offer services such as wedding and event planning, Month and Day-of coordination, bridal and party henna, Mehndi, and live Bollywood singing and music. iDev specializes in ethnic weddings. Their motto is, “No matter what the event, never compromise on food, alcohol, and music.” Isha joins us to talk about her journey into becoming the expert in weddings and event planning that she is today and answers burning questions about Indian and Fusion weddings. Big Takeaways Most weddings last from 1-3 days, with 2-5 events involved. In the US, an Indian wedding typically starts 2 days before the ceremony. The first pre-event is a henna event with the bride and the immediate family. The next event is a ceremony where a paste of turmeric, rose water, and sandalwood (or similar) is applied to the bride and groom to make them look prettier on the day of the wedding. The one after that is music, a coming together of the family. It is a day of celebration. There are a lot of dances, food, and sometimes speeches involved. The day after is traditionally the wedding which is ceremony, lunch, and the reception that evening. In fusion weddings, incorporation of the mandap is a colorful and photogenic addition even if the wedding is light on cultural additions in other areas. The mandap is four pillars, the priest sits down and invites lord Ganesha to come into the ceremony and bless the couple. The fire is a holy fire. Depending on the culture, you might be asked to take rounds around the fire that are promises and vows you give each other in presence of the holy fire. After you're done with the asian ceremony, you should announce you are proceeding with the Catholic ceremony, so the crowd doesn't get up to leave to find food, etc. Traditionally Indian weddings are very colorful. Avoid black and white. Use accessories, etc. A lot of venues have a preferred Indian caterer. If not, make sure they allow outside catering, verify the caterers have insurance, and ask for a prep kitchen! Conflicts usually arise when the budget is not in place, or the person who is paying for it isn't communicating fully. iDev gives a realistic breakdown on the price differences (ie, live band vs DJ, real flowers vs fake, etc). The bride and groom need to sit down and figure out what their financial flexibility looks like. Know your non-negotiables. A wonderful way of dealing with familial/in-law differences (especially in religion, etc) is understanding where they are coming from, and include them in your life. Research on your partner's culture. Ask questions, be interested! Links we referenced iDev Event Company Website: http://www.ideveventcompany.com Facebook: http://facebook.com/ideveventcompany Instagram: http://instagram.com/iDevEventCompany Instagram: http://instagram.com/iDevHennaArt LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/idev-event-company Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ideveventcompany Quotes “I think if I can pull this one off, I can pull off anything. Because 525 guests for six events, of which about 200 odd guests come from out of town, that was a lot.” - Isha “We give them a few options. We tell them these are some of the ways you can minimize stress, and this is how you can open conversation.” -Isha “The way you deal with [in-law's fear of losing son] is you include her in your life. Make her part of those little things that they are always used to doing.” - Isha Get In Touch EMAIL: thebigweddingplanningpodcast@gmail.com FACEBOOK: @TBWPpodcast INSTAGRAM: @thebigweddingplanningpodcast BE SURE TO USE THE HASHTAG: #planthatwedding TWITTER: @TBWPpodcast PHONE: (415) 723-1625 Leave us a message and you might hear your voice on the show! PATREON: www.patreon.com/thebigweddingplanningpodcast Special Guest: Isha Gandhi.

Last week we talked about the ingredients for a high vibe LIFE...and this week we talk about the ingredients for a high vibe wedding! Your wedding day is likely going to be one of the most special days of your life...how will you ensure you spend it enjoying the day? No bridezillas here! Tune in and listen as Sunit talks about the best ways to prepare for a beautiful wedding day including: Setting intentions and journaling  Getting a sidekick Communicating with your tribe Anticipating Hurdles Nutrition, Movement, and Mindfulness How to use essential oils to support all of it Other things to think about-including a mental "walk through" of your big day   Interested in getting started with essential oils and a diet change to support the lead up to your big day? Connect with sunit over on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunitsuchdev/ or email her at sunit@sunitsuchdev.com 

Finally, it dawns on the girls that this is not a educational show. Disclaimers must be made to prevent other people from getting the wrong idea. Heidi decides to take part in the art of Mehndi and get a henna tattoo. Novey gets a new ink tattoo on her forearm. Heidi reveals several bad tattoos decisions. Turns out some tattoos don't wash off!

Having the chance to go back to Hyderabad, India for a wedding of our two friends, Preetham and Spandana, was an unforgettable experience. Not only did we have the opportunity to partake in the many ceremonies of the marriage including Sangeeth, Haldi, Groom’s Day, Bride’s Day, Mehndi, and the huge wedding event, we also visited Hitec City, Nalgonda, and Gandipet. The incredible visit included a trip out delivering invitations on a motorbike, dancing choreographed steps to Indian music, and making a trip for Toddy palm wine. The people were all incredibly kind from the families to our amazing hosts. We stayed with four different families, met kids on the streets playing cricket, and enjoyed late nights understanding the culture. This India trip will not be forgotten, and we hope you enjoy us telling our unique story of discovering more reasons why we love to travel so much in this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk. Main Topics Covered: Hyderabad Nagole Hitec City Nalgonda Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Listen to our previous journey to India on Podcast 48: India is Incredible (2 Months Traveling 7+ Cities).  Utilize the Pre-Paid Taxis ran by the government to give you peace of mind when you land at the airport in Hyderabad. Our outfits during the wedding festivities were outstanding.  HITEC city is an area in Hyderabad focused on technology, engineering, and other sectors of economic growth.  The Westin in HITEC was unbelievable with its great service and huge rooms.  Toddy palm wine is what we went searching for on Sunday and it was a great trip.  Our hosts, Jaya and Anthony, were amazingly kind. I compared tattoos with their mother one day.  Sangeeth is the dance portion of the wedding festivities. Nalgonda was smaller version of Hyderabad and a fun town. We celebrated the bride’s day and Haldi at her home.  Nikki got mehndi on her hands and forearms.  The wedding was a bit early in the morning but a gorgeous ceremony.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

EPISODE #65: RECAP OF LAST MONTH'S WEDDING IN INDIA PART 2 Summary: Following on from my recap of Last Month’s Wedding in India Part 1 which looked at the logistics and planning of an Indian destination wedding, in this episode, we’ll get into the nitty gritty of actually photographing the entire event. I’ll explain what took place on each of the four-day celebrations, including the bridal shower and Mehndi ceremony at the bride’s parents house, followed by a lively Sangeet at a museum-like venue, and the Hindu ceremony and reception at a party plot in Ahmedabad. This episode includes some of my insights and lessons learned from photographing an Indian destination wedding. I’ll explain the challenges of working alongside local videography and photography teams, and some of the time constraints we were under. I’ll also talk about some of the real joys and privileges of photographing a destination wedding in India, particularly the people I got to meet along the way. From the bride and groom’s immediate family to their welcoming friends, I was made to feel like I was one of the guests throughout this amazing week. If you’re planning on capturing cultural weddings or a destination wedding in the near future, then this is a good opportunity to get a heads-up about what to expect and plan accordingly. Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!

It is always so inspiring to witness someone embracing their truth and following their heart. Mary Schmaling-Kearns is one of these gifted souls drawn to helping others recognize the sacredness of their bodies through henna art, Reiki and tattooing. Learn about how she found this field, began transforming the lives of clients, and developed her passions into a business in this interview. Mary Schmaling-Kearns has be found throughout the country beautifying Henna art on folks since 1996. She has traveled across the globe from Mardi Gras to international music festivals traveling and enjoying beautifying people. Mary traveled to India to photograph & document the Art of Mehndi and study its rich history. She is a respected multimedia artist and holds a BFA majoring in photography. Mary has exhibited her art working galleries and has held lectures and conferences in the art world. She brings her natural ability to intuitively paint freehand. You can find her wall murals across the state adorning private homes, businesses and in many yoga studios. Mary has been a Usui Reiki Master Teacher since 2004 and she ran a Reiki clinic for 10 years. She combines her Reiki healing for her clients making the connection of the mind, body and spirit while tattooing. Mary has brought her years of experience as an artist to her tattooing at 13 Moons tattoo studio. People who have received henna art or permanent tattoos from Mary have walked away transformed. You can learn more about Mary at: The Eye of Henna 13 Moons Tattoo Studio The Healing Art of Reiki Henna Artist, Murals, Photography, Permanent Tattoos Reiki Master Teacher 207-761-0636 www.theeyeofhenna.com www.healingartofreiki.com If you liked this interview, you can follow this podcast for more like this to come (or subscribe on iTunes). To learn more about me, Rachel Horton White, please visit www.soulfulworkconsulting.com

EPISODE #29: THE MOST CHALLENGING BUT REWARDING WEDDING I'VE EVER PHOTOGRAPHED Every wedding certainly is challenging, and every wedding is rewarding. The story: a dinner hangout that lead to a wedding inIndia. What is a visa? Discovering India and meeting the bride and groom. The pre-wedding photoshoot, Mehndi, and Sangeet celebration. The big day, and our journey back to NewDelhi. Expect the unexpected. The biggest challenge of all: fighting the crowds atIndia Gate. The home stretch: getting to the reception. Conclusion: Coming up on future episodes:. Outline of this episode: [00:30] Welcome note and an update on what I've been up to recently. [05:28] Break down of certain challenges that you face as a wedding photographer. [07:48] The story of my most challenging but rewarding wedding I've ever photographed. [13:21] The logistics of visiting and working in India. [16:40] Landing in India, and the travel experience. [20:07] Arriving at Neemrana Fort Palace, and finally meeting the bride and groom. [23:31] Describing the big day, and all the pre-wedding activities. [29:14] The journey back to New Delhi for the big day. [35:17] Discussing the challenges and how important it is to expect the unexpected. [41:09] Facing the challenge of photographing the couple at India Gate. [44:06] The journey to the reception, how I completely zonked out on the way over there. [52:39] Conclusion and wrap up of this episode. [54:16] Reminders and information about this episode. [55:21] Coming up next time! Resources and links mentioned in this episode: http://www.aevitasweddings.com — my wedding photography company. http://www.weddingphotographypodcast.com — the new podcast website. http://www.weddingphotographypodcast.com/resources —new resources page on the site. http://www.weddingphotographypodcast.com/itunes— direct link to leave a review on iTunes. http://www.onlyadayaway.com/podcast — brand new travel podcast hosted by my wife and I.   Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!

I'm in a rush to get this out so I'll just post Bridgette's bio here and add to this post later, if time permits.I am native to Vermont, growing up surrounded by mountains and forrest. I have always been artistic,  mostly a photographer before discovering henna in 2011. The soothing flow of henna quickly became the focus of my artistic energy. Instead of trying to capture a moment in time, henna allows me to be present. A quiet creation to celebrate and adorn in any culture or country. I feel blessed to bring this art form to people all over the world.

Listen to this EpisodeListen to this episode">Subscribe to this podcast via iTunesListen to this episode">What a surprising pleasure it was talking to Neeta Sharma for this episode. It really shouldn't be such a surprise because everyone told me how sweet and generous and knowledgeable she is, and she did not disappoint. I don't know if Neeta could hear it but I was smiling on the other end of the line. As always, the interview taught me so much; I continue to think of these interviews as my own private therapy sessions which I decide to share with all of you.   You're most welcome!I've been keeping an eye on Neeta over the years as I worked to hone my bridal henna skills.  She seems a bit shy about sharing her work and so I kind of lost touch with her.  Then I saw a bunch of her new work as part of a mehndi artist competition and I was blown away all over again by her level of detail, the fineness of her lines and the originality of her layout.  I kind of feel like I discovered a new henna artist but it's just Neeta being excellent!  If you haven't seen her work in a while you're in for a treat.Knowing Neeta only through her work and her reputation I didn't know how the conversation would go so I had a lot of questions just in case I needed to fill time. Fortunately she is a fount not only of information about henna, but also very interesting insights into creativity and attitude making my job that much easier. I have a sneaking suspicion that I will have more questions for her which will require another Neeta episode.

For Paula Zaman '13, Family Weekend meant a visit from her parents and grandmother, and a family celebration of Mehndi Night on Oct. 22, an annual cultural event sponsored by EKTA, the South Asian Student Association.