Podcasts about watsu

In this episode, Joe interviews Jeremy Falk: certified instructor and training program developer for Kama Flight; and Dr. David Rabin, MD, Ph.D.: board-certified psychiatrist and neuroscientist, co-founder & chief Medical Officer at Apollo Neuroscience, and advisor to Kama Flight. Kama Flight is a wellness modality for partners, inspired by the movements of Watsu therapy, Thai massage, 5Rhythms, tango, improv dance, and Acroyoga. At the heart of it is the dynamic between the two people engaged in the dance (the ‘base' and the ‘voyager'), which touches on collaboration, leadership, receptivity, strength, surrender, and most importantly, trust. The communication and instant feedback shared between the partners mixed with the healing energy of the somatic movements results in moving stuck energy out of their bodies while also making them more comfortable with touch, agency, and consent – which could be extremely beneficial toward preparing for a psychedelic experience. They talk about: The four principles behind Kama Flight: permission, presence, polarity, and play The humility and humor in people trying (and failing) some of the movements, and how that is healing in itself The huge benefit in people switching between the roles of base and voyager What kind of growth they've seen in clients over extended periods of time The importance of making time for pleasure in our lives and more! For links, head to the show notes page. 

Meet Takkesh, a Movement Therapist who blends a diverse array of disciplines including Zen Shiatsu, Thai Massage, Osteopathic Technique, Chi Nei Tsang, Acro Therapeutics, and Watsu. With a focus on enhancing performance and creativity, Takkesh specialises in guiding elite athletes and professionals to uncover their flow state—the pinnacle of their abilities. Through meticulous attention to physical imbalances and movement patterns, Takkesh empowers clients to transcend barriers, sharpen focus, and elevate overall well-being. His approach, rooted in biomechanics and sustainability, not only strengthens mindsets but also nurtures nervous systems, unlocking clients' true potential for enduring success.Driven by a passion for transformation, Takkesh is dedicated to simplifying and enriching lives through holistic practices. By fostering resilience and aligning body and mind, he inspires clients to embrace a balanced and fulfilling existence. Join Takkesh on a journey toward discovering your flow state and achieving extraordinary accomplishments—wherever you are in your pursuit of peak performance, he offers the expertise and support to help you thrive.Takkesh's LinksINSTAGRAMSURF FLOW INSTAGRAMCooper's LinksINSTAGRAMTIK TOKThe Good Human Factory LinksINSTAGRAMWEBSITEMERCH - CODE - PODCAST 25% OFFWORKSHOP ENQUIRYTHE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Takkesh, a Movement Therapist who blends a diverse array of disciplines including Zen Shiatsu, Thai Massage, Osteopathic Technique, Chi Nei Tsang, Acro Therapeutics, and Watsu. With a focus on enhancing performance and creativity, Takkesh specialises in guiding elite athletes and professionals to uncover their flow state—the pinnacle of their abilities. Through meticulous attention to physical imbalances and movement patterns, Takkesh empowers clients to transcend barriers, sharpen focus, and elevate overall well-being. His approach, rooted in biomechanics and sustainability, not only strengthens mindsets but also nurtures nervous systems, unlocking clients' true potential for enduring success.Driven by a passion for transformation, Takkesh is dedicated to simplifying and enriching lives through holistic practices. By fostering resilience and aligning body and mind, he inspires clients to embrace a balanced and fulfilling existence. Join Takkesh on a journey toward discovering your flow state and achieving extraordinary accomplishments—wherever you are in your pursuit of peak performance, he offers the expertise and support to help you thrive.Takkesh's LinksINSTAGRAMSURF FLOW INSTAGRAMCooper's LinksINSTAGRAMTIK TOKThe Good Human Factory LinksINSTAGRAMWEBSITEMERCH - CODE - PODCAST 25% OFFWORKSHOP ENQUIRYTHE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Takkesh, a Movement Therapist who blends a diverse array of disciplines including Zen Shiatsu, Thai Massage, Osteopathic Technique, Chi Nei Tsang, Acro Therapeutics, and Watsu. With a focus on enhancing performance and creativity, Takkesh specialises in guiding elite athletes and professionals to uncover their flow state—the pinnacle of their abilities. Through meticulous attention to physical imbalances and movement patterns, Takkesh empowers clients to transcend barriers, sharpen focus, and elevate overall well-being. His approach, rooted in biomechanics and sustainability, not only strengthens mindsets but also nurtures nervous systems, unlocking clients' true potential for enduring success.Driven by a passion for transformation, Takkesh is dedicated to simplifying and enriching lives through holistic practices. By fostering resilience and aligning body and mind, he inspires clients to embrace a balanced and fulfilling existence. Join Takkesh on a journey toward discovering your flow state and achieving extraordinary accomplishments—wherever you are in your pursuit of peak performance, he offers the expertise and support to help you thrive.Takkesh's LinksINSTAGRAMSURF FLOW INSTAGRAMCooper's LinksINSTAGRAMTIK TOKThe Good Human Factory LinksINSTAGRAMWEBSITEMERCH - CODE - PODCAST 25% OFFWORKSHOP ENQUIRYTHE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Merrylin talks with massage therapist Malinda Elliott about her work, and especially how her use of Watsu therapy was triggered by an eclipse in the current series of eclipses.

This podcast features a discussion with Seba Tut, an expert practitioner and facilitator of Aguajara. They explore the concept of Aguajara, a therapeutic experience in water. Seba shares his view on its spiritual, practical, and therapeutic aspects, and how it fosters surrender, intuition, and adaptability. He also discusses the connections between Aguajara and broader cultural and technological trends, integrating perspectives from ancient wisdom, water therapies, and the challenges of modern life. The podcast also covers Seba's plans for sharing Aguajara through a round trip journey across Latin America and potentially further afield. If you want to find out what happened in this episode, we trained this ChatGPT for you 00:04 Introduction and Guest Presentation 00:22 Understanding Aguajara: A Deep Dive 02:46 The Origins and Evolution of Aguajara 06:35 The Role of Water in Aguajara 06:51 The Birth of Ajara and Its Connection to Water 14:18 Exploring the Practice of Aguajara 27:14 The Healing Power of Aguajara 35:18 The Aquatic Consciousness in Aguajara 36:40 Discussing Life's Struggles and the Aquatic Revolution 38:25 The Power of Empathy and the Impact of the Psychedelic Movement 38:47 The Emergence of Holistic Views and the Power of Communication 39:54 Exploring the Concept of Connected Minds and Astrology 40:30 The Transition from Pisces to Aquarius Era 41:42 The Power of Words and the Impact of AI 43:29 The Potential of AI and the Age of Magic 53:11 Exploring the Concept of Personal AI 57:04 The Influence of Hollywood and the Perception of AI 59:23 The Power of Touch and the Healing Potential of Water 01:03:35 The Future of Aguajara and the Power of Community Key Points Definition of Aguajara: Seba Tut described Aguajara as difficult to define succinctly. It is seen as both a territory and an exploration, an aquatic experience that cannot be fully captured in a simple definition. It invites curiosity and personal experience to truly understand what it is. Origin and Influences: Aguajara is influenced by and considered a descendant of older practices like Watsu (water shiatsu) and Water Dance. These were developed independently in California and Switzerland, respectively. Aguajara also has roots in Jansu, another aquatic therapy developed in an Osho ashram in India. The Role of Water: Water is central to Aguajara, not just as a medium but as an element that influences the practice. The therapy often takes place in warm water, similar to body temperature, but can also be conducted in cooler waters. The water facilitates relaxation and movement. Connection to Other Practices: Aguajara draws from various traditions and practices, including tantric explorations, shiatsu massage, and dance. It is seen as a combination of these elements, adapted to an aquatic environment. Development and Evolution: Aguajara evolved through experimentation and collaboration among practitioners, who brought their learnings and understandings from other therapies and movement practices. Philosophical and Spiritual Aspects: The discussion touched on broader philosophical and spiritual themes, such as the mystery of water and the mind, the concept of surrender, and the interplay of intuition and intention. Practical Aspects of Aguajara Sessions: Sessions typically involve entering the water, surrendering to the experience, and allowing the facilitator to guide movements. The experience can be therapeutic and involves elements of touch, movement, and a deep connection with water. The Cultural and Social Context: The conversation also delved into the broader cultural and social implications of practices like Aguajara, discussing aspects like community, empathy, and the human connection with nature.

How might we connect more deeply with the Divine via dance? What can water teach us about the flow of life? And what happens when we combine the two? On the latest episode I explore this rich topic with Venezuelan contemporary dance performer, choreographer, and teacher Juliana Mendonca. Juliana is an innovative bodyworker influenced by Latin Traditional Dances, Butoh, Contact Improvisation and Physical Theater. In particular, water has represented a very important element for her to understand herself, and Juliana has dedicated many years to creating projects and performances inspired by the element of water. These include the music and dance company Raíz de Agua, La Naciente, Drop & Drought, Sono Somatic and most recently, Liquidanza – a relaxation and dance practice based in the water. In this episode we discuss:Juliana's early, formative experiences with nature, and why they made a deeper impression on her than her experiences within the Catholic churchJuliana's journey through formal dance training and into more experimental, flowing forms of dance, such as the Japanese Butoh dance methodHer relationship with water, including what it's taught her, and how she understands it as holding feminine energy that can benefit us allHow we can all deepen our awareness and understanding of the sacred nature of waterShow Notes If you'd like to know whose ancestral tribal lands you currently reside on, you can look up your address here: https://native-land.ca/You can also visit the Coalition of Natives and Allies for more helpful educational resources about Indigenous rights and history.I'm so excited to announce the launch of the Home to Her Academy, a school dedicated to seekers of Sacred Feminine wisdom! To learn more and register for my upcoming class, "Home to Herstory, Home to Your Story," please visit www.hometoheracademy.com. And while you're there, don't forget to sign up for my newsletter to stay up to date with upcoming classes.My book, “Home to Her: Walking the Transformative Path of the Sacred Feminine,” is available from Womancraft Publishing! To learn more, read endorsements and purchase, please visit  https://womancraftpublishing.com/product/home-to-her/. It is also available for sale via Amazon, Bookshop.org, and you can order it from your favorite local bookstore, too.Please – if you love this podcast and/or have read my book, please consider leaving me a review! For the podcast, reviews on iTunes are extremely helpful, and for the book, reviews on Amazon and Goodreads are equally helpful. Thank you for supporting my work!You can watch this and other podcast episodes at the Home to Her YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@hometoherGot feedback about this episode or others you've heard? Please reach out on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hometoher/ ), Facebook  (https://www.facebook.com/hometoher)You can learn more about Juliana and her work at her website, www.liquidanza.com.The Venezuelan Goddess Juliana mentioned is named Yara. I couldn't find many good sources about her written in English, unfortunately. Juliana referenced Butoh Dance and the Naguchi Taiso method as part of her own dance journey. This article provides more information: https://zenembodiment.com/2019/06/08/body-as-bones-in-a-leather-bag-of-water-exploring-noguchi-taiso/Juliana also mentioned Watsu therapy. You can learn more here: https://www.healthline.com/health/watsu

In this episode, a P.S. from the last one, I share about my journey of healing from being premature in an incubator for 5 weeks and the modalities, practices and choices I've found helpful, including: Psychosynthesis ~ Roberto Assagioli, Rebirthing, Holotriopic Breathwork ~ Stanislav Grof, Polarity Therapy ~ Dr Randolf Stone, Watsu, Alexander Technique, HypnoBirthing ~ Marie Mongan, Private Subconscious-mind Healing, giving birth and not being scared, holding my babies, co-sleeping, having them close, listening to my babies cry in my arms and heal from stress and trauma when all their needs were met, Buteyko breathing ~ Konstantin Buteyko, and The Marion Method.

This week on Tub Talks, we soak in with one of my Esalen and Big Sur elders, Vicki Topp. Vicki has practiced bodywork for many decades alongside our first Tub Talks guest, Deborah Anne Medow. Vicki shares her journey of landing in Big Sur, as well as her immersion into the world of bodywork (massage therapy and other practices). She even demonstrates her skill set on my body during the bath! In the immediate aftermath of an eye injury the evening before our soak, Vicki opens the conversation with her original concept of something she calls ‘alternative futures': a theory that guides her through encountering the possibilities of how to navigate life experiences, including the difficult ones. Falling pregnant in college, Vicki dropped out of law school and found herself in Big Sur. From working with elementary school children at Pacific Valley School in the south coast of Big Sur to starting the massage program at Ventana in Big Sur, Vicki details how Big Sur has always “kept her.” She compares her life in Big Sur to a long term relationship, seeing how her dynamic has shifted and adapted over the years. She tells us about her relationship to learning, to housing, to dating, to boats. She talks about losing friends to death as a result of brainwashing in experimental groups in the 70's. She talks about losing friends now, as she enters a different phase of life. Vicki uses bodywork as her way of impacting society, teaching her technique across the world. Vicki's experience of practicing bodywork is defined by working with a client, as opposed to working on someone. She describes bodywork metaphorically. She sees parallels to life through something she calls ‘reach patterns.' Reach patterns are both physical and emotional. They can delineate the way we reach for our dreams, or expand the length of our arms from our body. Vicki claims to have grown reach patterns in her body, while being limited in her life goals. Vicki gives us permission to be unapologetically ourselves through her demonstration of how. Vicki paves the way by showing us how to be a strong, independent, intelligent woman. Her vulnerability and honesty about being lost in a nowness is permissive too. So soak in her wisdom, and learn a little bit more about Big Sur culture and the stewarding of the land through living as Vicki Topp! To join Secular Sabbath membership, you can find us at secular-sabbath.com/membership. Joining grants you access to our Inner Circle community of sensory-exploring like-minded people, where you can gather with us locally in LA for monthly meet-up experiences, and pop-up events around the globe, and partake in our exclusive ambient online community. Ready to dive into the dialogue deeper? Join us on our Discord channel.See what we get up to at @secularsabbath.

Adam Schumaker is co-founder of Gray Bear Lodge, a rustic retreat center in Hohenwald, TN, 80 miles southwest of Nashville, that hosts experiential workshops to promote growth, fulfillment and the joy of learning. He's a certified Watsu aquatic bodywork practitioner, lifelong yogi and potentially one of the kindest people on the planet.Gray Bear opened in 1996, and the Feathered Pipe Ranch was a big influence on its beginnings, as Adam considered the Ranch one of the “grandfathers of this movement, one of the holders of the seeds.” When he and his partner Diann visited Helena in 1999, India Supera welcomed them with open arms, sharing everything she had learned about running a retreat center—kitchen and cooking details, employee structure, accounting, lodging and more. Adam recalls her saying, “We need places like Gray Bear and the Feathered Pipe. If you're the generation bringing this up, all the wisdom and all the experience I have, I want to share it with you. Feel free to call any time.” And, he did.It's hard to pinpoint themes in this conversation, as we meander gently through many topics. We weave stories with conscious teachings and personal experience with the memories that touch our hearts and open our perspectives. Adam believes stories are integral to learning—he calls it “life teaching life,” the ability to connect with each other outside of the boundaries of any structured tradition or discipline. We talk about the power of nature to remind us what's important, the necessity of digital detoxing and breaking the modern habit of immediate availability, and how building Gray Bear over the last 30 years has actually built him as the person he is today, a process that has invited in the opportunity for profound personal development, accountability and reflection.There are many gems in this interview, but one that really sticks with me is a quote from one of his teachers: Live life as if one foot is in the presence of the almighty divine god being imaginable, and your right foot is in a fresh cow patty that you've accidentally stepped in. All that to say - don't take life too seriously. Don't forget to laugh, and find the lightness in the miracle of being alive.Gray Bear Lodge Retreat CenterSupport the showConnect with Feathered Pipe Ranch: FacebookInstagramSubscribe to our NewsletterCheck out 2023 Retreats

Bienvenue à tous dans cet épisode dédié aux soins aquatiques en eaux chaudes. J'ai le plaisir de recevoir la femme avec qui j'ai découvert cette approche thérapeutique pas assez connue en France à mon goût. Il s'agit de la douce Carole Condamine qui va nous parler de ses outils aquatiques : le Watsu et la Healing Dance, pour libérer nos corps de leurs tensions corporelles et émotionnelles. Je vous retrouve en fin d'épisode pour vous raconter mon expérience personnelle :) Belle écoute !// Pour vous rendre sur le site de Carole : https://www.mamaisonzen.com// Healing Dance Institute : https://www.healingdance.org// Pour souscrire à la newsletter, vous pouvez cliquer ici// Si vous souhaitez me soutenir, c'est par ici !Création Originale: Raphaële KranjcevicDirection Artistique: Eric C.Stratégie Digitale: Alix de CrécyMixage : Les Belles FréquencesMusique: Blacksmith Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

We are starting the year with another magical career change story. The guest on the podcast today is my client Nicole who shares the details of her career transition journey.Nicole's path to finding her purpose was not easy or straightforward. The majority of her life was spent in hustle, survival, and powering through harsh life circumstances. It was only this past year when she committed to finding an aligned path that her life and her gifts started opening up and flourishing. Nicole shares how she found her calling, what it feels like now, what challenges she faced along the way, and the advice she'd like to gift those of you who are at the beginning of your unfolding. This episode is a MUST-LISTEN for everyone feeling confused and isolated on their way to finding your WHY. ABOUT NICOLENicole is an elemental lightworker, photographer, nature worshiper, and mother energy to many including her grown boys. She is currently learning the Watsu modality and moving towards exiting the corporate world to be of direct service in the healing journey of others. A lifelong resident of the PNW, she is often forest bathing or standing in a stream. She is working on her first oracle deck featuring her photography and looks forward to where the water guides her next.Instagram: @nicolesbloomingheartWebsite: www.nicolerohrerphoto.comEtsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/gaiavisions***ABOUT VILMAVilma is a career change coach who supports women in finding & transitioning into their purpose-led careers.Schedule your free career consultation call:https://calendly.com/coachvilmausaite/45minInstagram: @vilma.usaite

Bonjour,Avez-vous déjà ressenti l'envie de vous sentir léger.e comme une plume ? De vous délester des poids intérieurs qui créent des tensions dans votre corps ?Et de pouvoir complètement lâcher-prise ? C'est ce qui a motivé mon désir de découvrir le massage aquatique et plus particulièrement le Watsu.Une expérience inédite, puissante qui m'a amené dans un état de bien-être profond et un voyage intérieur. Une activité ultra zen, pleine de douceur, de plénitude, qui connecte au calme intérieur, grâce aux bienfaits de l'eau chaude et du shiatsu combiné.Je vous souhaite une belle découverte

In this SOLO episode, Lisa shares about her experience taking time off of work for August. She shares:  The details of her  “Me-Treat”- Lisa's first solo trip alone since becoming a mom Why being “authentic” to ourselves isn't always possible (or a good thing!) The INTEGRATION: Who Lisa is NOW Body Work and Alternative Healing Modalities likes Watsu, Myofascial release, and more Why Lisa's no longer allowing the negative opinions of social media followers to impact how she shows up Her *new* relationship to using social media Healing: the good, the bad, and the ugly The Future of Lisa's work  and more!   Hi! Big thanks to all of you for being here as I continue to evolve and shed parts of me that no longer fit. I know you may have come for some of those “parts” I'm letting go– thank you for honoring the inevitable change and being part of the unfolding journey. With Gratitude, Lisa  We're not really Stranger's Card Deck: https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com/collections/games/products/self-reflection-kit Instagram: The Truthiest Life on Instagram @thetruthiestlife Host @lisahayim   To support TTL, subscribe, follow, or share episodes with family and friends!    If you're loving TTL, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.app le.com/us/podcast/the-truthiest-life/id1535516122?uo=2   Guest submissions, please fill out this form HERE    Edited by Houston Tilley Intro Jingle by Alyssa Chase aka @findyoursailsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode features dance ethnologist, flying trapeze artist, and executive coach Dr. Edy Greenblatt.As part of Season III, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes that grapple with big life themes, break down the components of change, and dive into strategies that are relevant and applicable to you today.Sylvia and Edy discuss what people get wrong about work-life balance and burnout. Edy shares with listeners what flying trapeze and dance can teach us about business and relationships, what we can do to avoid burnout, why we need to work with our fear rather than against it, and much more. Topics Include:- Defining resilience- Work as enrichment to life vs. work as depleting- The myth of work-life balance- Why we need to reframe fear- How the flying trapeze changes everything- Identifying the activities that deplete and restore us- Investing in meaningful relationships- And other topics...Dr. Edy Greenblatt, Ph.D., PCC is a transformational coach-educator, resilience pioneer, integration visionary, and entrepreneur.  As Founder and President of Execu-Care Coaching & Consulting, Inc. she creates radically innovative interdisciplinary, multi-method interventions that help leaders, teams, and organizations learn, grow, laugh, and energize while they rise to meet demanding performance goals.  Her blended solutions can include interactive classroom sessions, aerial arts and flying trapeze, embodied and peer coaching, world dance, WATSU, coach supervision, ethnographic analyses, interactive online support, and offsite resilience retreats.Resources Mentioned:Flying Trapeze Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLaUz9dh0HUBook – Restore Yourself by Edy GreenblattBook – The Female Advantage: Women's Ways of Leadership by Sally HelgelsonBook – Women Don't Ask by Linda Babcock and Sara LascheverMulti-Media Series – Fusion: How World-Class Innovators Create the Unexpected by CJ MeadowsConnect with Edy:LinkedIn – @dredygreenblattEmail – edygreenblatt@gmal.comWebsite – https://edygreenblatt.com/Stay Connected:Signup for AIR BORN, our monthly newsletter! A letter from Sylvia will show up in your inbox, with links to her latest conversations and insights.Email: hello@whenwomenfly.comWebsite: https://www.whenwomenfly.com/Socials: @whenwomenfly

Bruno Caverna is a pioneer in creating authentic multidisciplinary practices sustained by an embodied movement philosophy drawn from over 35 years of studying movement devottedly. Bruno's background amalgamates various disciplines from Capoeira through Acrobatics, Contemporary Dance, Contact-improvisation, Qi-Gong, Russian Systema, Watsu, Buteyko Method, Oxygen Advantage all the way to Freediving. Bruno began teaching in 1995 as a capoeira project leader at a psychiatric hospital. The highly demanding context ignited his auto-didactic nature to flourish whilst the teaching processes were becoming over the years more and more consolidated as self-exploratory in its essence. This first highly transformative teaching experience became his pedagogical ground for all his others artistic, pedagogical and psychosocial projects, regardless the context. Being constantly confronted with adversities was vital to related to people in most humane manners. This ever-evolving impulse would manifest inas much as horizons would organically expand beyond the conventional body-mind frameworks. In the past 27 years Bruno has been teaching people from all walks of life over 33 countries worldwide. In 2012 Bruno created Play-Fight and Liquid Body, body-mind practices that coalesced out of professional and personal maturity to assume and pursue an original path while at the same time honoring his vast background and teachers. In 2016 Bruno gave another decisive step by founding Formless Arts, a cross-disciplinary hub that foments a community of self-responsible movers from eclectic backgrounds. The current Formless Arts team is committed to explore movement from a larger dimension that includes a vasgt array of interests such as in ontological philosophy, somatics, neuroscience, various forms of psychotherapies, somatics as well as studies in human biomechanics, biotensegrity, science or water flow, just to mention a few. You can subscribe to host of Behind the Movement Kyle Fincham's Movesletter by clicking here.

In this episode you can meet my very dear friend Elizabeth who I met in Hawaii for the first time over 10 years ago. From the Watsu pool class to walking on the lava together to diving into the orgasmic meditation - our friendship was founded and reignited probably from many previous lifetimes. I am pretty sure we may have been some really powerful goddesses in tantric temples. We see how Elizabeth found her new path as a "pleasure weaver and loudspeaker" and what that journey was like. - What have the great leaders of change done? - How can we start to work with pleasure? - What is the glue keeping relationships together? - What is a "pleasure forward lifestyle"? - Sexual drama can trap energy and influence all of your life! What could be the first steps to start with the pleasure lifestyle? - How can we be aware that we can learn about ourselves through relationships?  - What are the first things you can do to put your toes in to pleasure? An episode full of thrill and excitement and of course pleasure! A must listen to as well to see!  As always please LIKE, share and comment for the podcast and leave us your review on ITunes or our FB page here: If you would love to contribute to the making of the podcast do it here: ----more---- Summary:  01:12 Our meeting story in Hawaii in 2009 01:45 Watsu pool dropped in Kalani retreat center – dolphin dance with human dolphins 02:39 Aloha with the dolphin dance 03:35 Crystal's promise for 6 months 04:07 Yoni cave visit and visiting flowing Lava in Hawaii, Big Island 04:43 Introduction for Orgasmic Meditation 06:01 Bold introduction to Tantra in Estonia by Crystal Ra 07:04 New York Orgasmic Meditation experiences 07:50 London Orgasmic Meditation experiences 08:19 Revolutionary ideas to create change 08:52 Communities around sexuality are very brave 09:20 Longer deeper introduction to Elizabeth 10:18 Walked away from conventional sex therapist work 10:49 Sexual education offerings 11:04 The pleasure prescription 11:33 Weaver 11:43 Deep traditions of sacred sexuality and healing 12:00 Help people on their journeys 12:21 Pleasure definition and sexual pleasure definition 13:09 Brings pleasant and pleasing thought to the mind 13:22 When we increase pleasure 13:40 Pleasure starts before – use your senses 14:06 Fresh cut rose or dark chocolate 14:25 We can experience pleasure also without sex 14:36 Sexual pleasure – what feels pleasant and activate all the senses and the whole body 15:31 Outline of your lips 15:40 Sex is the glue that keeps relationships going and together 16:21 Reason not to have pleasure for women 16:34 What has culture taught us about sexuality, women's pleasure, female body 17:15 Don't get pregnant and do not die because of AIDS 17:32 Pleasure forward 17:52 Did not learn from school, culture, church, but in the Bible it teaches about sex and sexuality but it got lost 18:24 Nothing was promoting healthy sexuality 18:41 Our bodies used for someone else's recreational pleasure or to create babies 19:00 Only importance was to spread the seeds 19:13 12 years old reading about sexual organs in the medical book 19:37 Menstruation experiences as a teen girl 20:04 Not easy 20:14 Unrealized sexual drama or abuse which is hidden 21:13 Being aware of past history and find counseling and guidance as it will impact you for the rest of your life 21:49 Energy can get trapped there 22:00 Lomi Lomi class in Hawaii – 88 years old woman's story how she was abused as a teen and never told anyone about it 23:08 Self forgiveness and find what was the role of the perpetrator 23:42 Be so gentle with yourself 24:02 Be gentle and kind 24:22 Adult self – I will protect you now – that person threatened 25:19 Get referrals for therapists – drama therapists not only aware – can hold you while unpacking 25:50 Crystal's childhood experience 26:36 Psycho drama group as a 17 years old 26:47 Biggest treasure in my life 27:06 Setting boundaries as a 6 years old 27:27 Setting boundaries and relationships 27.35 Traveled to 30 countries and 14 years to find him 28:00 Finding her King in Mexico 28:26 Relationships start with your self 28:44 Better we are in partnership with someone else 29:40 Family was not supposed to hurt us 30:43 Hidden treasure boxes 31:00 Working on the Inner Family Archetypes – Inner Child, Inner Woman and Inner Man 31:21 I was happy with me and full 31:38 Inner Family Arhetype Method for clients 32:30 Heavily guarded 32:40 Meeting Michael you were whole 33:04 Sharing about love and relationships in Crystal's blog 33:38 Have to heal all of me first 34:04 We learn about ourselves through relationships 34:47 Relationships are relationships 35:01 All the relationships helped to become who you are today 35:19 Maybe jealous because I had so much fun as following pleasure 35:47 Hardest to face the mirror 35:57 You found your King – not only roses real juice is in some of the struggles 36:29 Feels like 50 years – even though only 5 years married 37:09 Life experiences has connected us more 37:31 How can we help and inspire each other to become better 38:00 School of Queens with a KING 38:18 Independent energy 39:04 Male dominated culture and break out and drop to relaxation and receive from it 39:29 Living a pleasure forward and filled life 40:22 How can we lead pleasure full lives? 40:38 I do not need much – pleasure is always available to us – selfless revolutionary act 40:50 Tune in 41:06 Caretaking of your pleasure and go an extra step 41:19 Run 10 miles without earbuds 41:48 Reframe – what route will be more pleasure full 42:06 Put your toes in your pleasure 42:35 Park with squirrels bringing joy 43:14 Dog out of the rear view mirror to enjoy the wind 43:49 Dogs do not hold grudges about the past 44:03 What can we do to have responsibility for ourselves? 44:28 Talk about stuff which triggers 44:50 What can you unburden in the moment? 45:11 Turn toward pleasure and away from something you hate to do 45:40 Do things which are neutral and stop doing things we do not like – we tipping the scale to pleasure's favor. 46:18 5 step process – 5 exercises women can do to decrease pain 47:30 Loudspeaker to pleasure ** More info about Elizabeth:  Web: www.pleasuremovement.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/PleasureMovement-105431294857904 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepleasuremovement/ Email: elizabeth@pleasuremovement.com The Pleasure Prescription Book: https://pleasuremovement.com/pleasure-presciption-book Check out Elizabeth's gift page - 3 Tips for Decreasing Pain here: https://infinite-activation.mykajabi.com/elizabeth-podcast-gift **   To make every Podcast count, please do not only listen or like it, but also download it - this helps to grow our numbers which can soon help to support us also in other ways; share it with many; make it your regular companion wherever you live, are or whatever you are creating in your life! Find our Podcast also at Spotify, I Tunes and Google Play by using the username #abundanceinactionpodcast! Check us also out in FB, and You Tube Some days after each audio version of the Podcast we will upload the video version to our new You Tube channel (#abundanceinactionpodcast). So check that out as well and support it the same way. Leave your comments, suggestions and ideas or a wish to contribute to us in comment sections or via email to abundanceinactionpodcast@gmail.com or to FB: www.facebook.com/abundanceinactionpodcast Thank you in advance! May Aloha be always with you! Crystal Ra Laksmi-Ditton & Michael Ditton Abundance in Action Podcast co-producers and co-hosts  

Podwodny taniec? Czy można wstrzymać oddech i oddać się swojej kobiecości i sensualności pod wodą? Natalia Wilk udowadnia, że można. Freediverka, artystka, tancerka, masażystka WATSU, choreografka opowiada jak zaczęła się jej ścieżka życiowa i jak połączyła wszystkie swoje pasje. Inspirującą rozmowa z niesamowitą osobą. Natalię możecie znaleźć tutaj: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/danceNdepthnataliawilk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wilknatala.body.of.water Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dancendtpth

This episode brings incredible advice from a yoga and wellness marketing professional. Sharni Quinn shares how to avoid burnout and become a successful yoga teacher by using the yogic approach to business practices. Sharni Quinn is a yoga teacher, wellness, business, and life coach with years of experience in the industry. Sharni has experienced the highs and lows going through multiple burnouts while also creating multiple successful businesses. In this interview episode, she shares her personal stories and provides some top tips, inspiration, and advice to new yoga teachers. PLUS Sharni shares the critical approach of defining your 3 core principles that will set you apart as a yoga teacher. Listen to the full episode and gather all of Sharni's experience, wisdom, and knowledge! Connect with Sharni: https://sharniquinn.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sharniquinn_wellness (00:00) What are your 3 core values? (01:00) Episode Introduction (01:54) Sharni brings the feminine energy to Going Pro (03:29) A brief introduction to Sharni Quinn a.k.a. Shiny Queen (06:34) The first rock bottom... (08:15) The second rock bottom… (11:00) Learning and growing is a constant process (13:09) How to go from stress to success as a wellness professional (14:59) Every yoga teachers journey is different (17:12) Yoga in the USA and South Africa is a different animal (19:53) The yoga landscape has changed in the last year! (20:38) You can be a successful yoga teacher without being an influencer (22:48) Bringing a yogic approach to doing business is powerful (26:07) Cracking the code to avoid burnout (30:31) Short strategy tip and takeaway for yoga teachers (31:00) 3 core principle examples (36:33) The difference between understanding and truly knowing (37:29) We don't need to be happy or joyful all the time (40:13) Is all we really need just freedom and love? (42:14) Using and not abusing social media to market yourself (43:32) How to find more about Sharni Quinn (44:43) Have you ever heard of Watsu? (46:49) Byron has hijacked the podcast! (48:23) Going Pro Special Offer SPECIAL OFFER: Become a founding member of the much anticipated Going Pro Yoga Platform! What's inside: The first EVER Priority Cueing System for over 120 yoga poses, with over 300 variations and modifications, to refine your teaching The first EVER Sequencing Vault with over 70 videos to plug-in-play and create your own sequences in minutes. The first EVER Injury Management and Injury Prevention Program for Yoga Teachers from yours truly When you become a founding member, you'll NEVER have to pay a monthly subscription, you'll get access for life, and you'll receive all updates and addons. Add your name and email to the waitlist and be the first one in the door! I want to Join the waitlist and become a founding member! PODCAST DETAILS: This podcast is dedicated to aspiring yoga teachers who want to develop their craft with integrity and authenticity. Co-hosted by Michael Henri, Paul Teodo and Byron de Marsé Send us an email Send us a voice-note comment/question

Today we talk with Julie Hickey, the owner and founder of One Love Massage and Surf School in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. She shares her story of moving from the US to CR just out of Massage school. She built a life, business, raised a family and continues following her dreams. She offers yoga, massage, Reiki, Watsu, surf lessons and besides her studio on her property, hopes to build a pool for water therapies including Aqua Dynamics. We get her tips for living abroad, some challenges and some of her favorites. Have you heard of Tico time?! Do you know what region influences the food in this beach town? You can find her online https://onelovecostarica.wordpress.com/ https://www.instagram.com/i_am_one_love_/ Her sons https://www.instagram.com/zalty_boyz/ https://zaltyboyzsurfschool.wordpress.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcCP7rqg0zYI-gJrlD-YnXQ

Marcie officially finished her schooling from The Life Coach School! And continues her education with Cathy Heller's Podcasting course and a meditation course. There are so many free courses out there if you want a taste of podcasting, course creation, probably anything you're interested in. JoAnn finished her 30 day challenge of going live on Instagram, and Marcie is starting her new 30 day meditation challenge. We talk about Italy and the people we want to reach out to. Here's where to find them on Instagram @soleyogaholidays Lifestyle vacations in sunny locations @francesmayes Author of Under the Tuscan Sun @eminchilli Moved to Rome @kylieflavell Does amazing videos on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/KylieFlavell @laurenissima_unlock_italy Tuscany based tour guide @nickipositano Moved to Positano and has a vlog on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/nikinpos Getting excited about Italy! We booked our We Care Spa for Feb! https://wecarespa.com/covid-19-updates/# If you're in Costa Rica and want Watsu, Thai massage or Reiki contact Julie Hickey IG @i_am_one_love_

Over the past two years I have witnessed Kevin Hauber's deep commitment to creating safe spaces for people to heal and grow. In addition to being a yoga teacher, author, eco businessman, and aquatic bodyworker, he is the main organizer of the Gold-Mining Circle, my men's group, which focuses on life-purpose and what each man truly wants in his life. In our conversation, we discuss the evolution of men's work and how “Gold-Mining” emerged. I recently had my first Watsu (water shiatsu) session with Kevin and we talk about that starting at the 40:20 mark. Kevin's Website: https://www.abundanthealthslo.org/ If you are interested in joining our men's group, email Kevin at kevin@abundanthealthslo.org Mankind Project: https://mankindproject.org/ Intro music from Bensound.com

  Nick is not the poorest or the angriest in the this episode!! Which means poor Jess is trying to make the guys understand about the “red devil in my belly!” Join us for puppies in cups, water massage, and many lessons—good and bad. We pretend to know stuff ahout IMS—irritable male syndrome, Watsu therapy and the effect of the alpha female. Don't get sabotaged by your baby box, find your magical best friend and listen to the latest episode of Blueberry Pancakes.

Uma conversa delíciosa com a minha amiga e terapeuta Cláudia Guardabassi. Uma especialista em processos terapêuticos aquáticos com uma longa jornada nesse universo água, incluindo medalhas na prática de apinéia. O Episódio está dividido em três partes. Nessa PARTE 1 falamos sobre respiração, apinéia e natação como caminhos terapêuticos e de equilíbrio emocional que nos fazem retornar ao ambiente primitivo gestacional. Na PARTE 2 falamos sobre Watsu, a terapia na água e seu poder de nos permitir fluir sendo acolhidos pela água envolvendo nosso maior órgão que é a pele. Um caminho pra sentir nosso contorno e o nosso limite em relação ao mundo ao mesmo tempo que nos sentimos uno com o mundo. E, por fim, na PARTE 3 falamos com mais profundidade sobre meditação, como conseguir manter a prática e os benefícios para todos sem complicação. #respiração #natação #meditação #watsu #aquacidade #psicanálise #apinéia #saúdemental #saúdefísica --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pulsologofalo/message

Uma conversa delíciosa com a minha amiga e terapeuta Cláudia Guardabassi. Uma especialista em processos terapêuticos aquáticos com uma longa jornada nesse universo água, incluindo medalhas na prática de apinéia. O Episódio está dividido em três partes. Nessa PARTE 3 falamos sobre meditação, como conseguir manter a prática e os benefícios para todos sem complicação. Na PARTE 1 falamos sobre respiração, apinéia e natação como caminhos terapêuticos e de equilíbrio emocional que nos fazem retornar ao ambiente primitivo gestacional e na PARTE 2 falamos sobre Watsu, a terapia na água e seu poder de nos permitir fluir sendo acolhidos pela água envolvendo nosso maior órgão que é a pele. Um caminho pra sentir nosso contorno e o nosso limite em relação ao mundo ao mesmo tempo que nos sentimos uno com o mundo. #respiração #natação #meditação #watsu #aquacidade #psicanálise #apinéia #saúdemental #saúdefísica --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pulsologofalo/message

Uma conversa delíciosa com a minha amiga e terapeuta Cláudia Guardabassi. Uma especialista em processos terapêuticos aquáticos com uma longa jornada nesse universo água, incluindo medalhas na prática de apinéia. O Episódio está dividido em três partes. Nessa PARTE 2 falamos sobre Watsu, a terapia na água e seu poder de nos permitir fluir sendo acolhidos pela água envolvendo nosso maior órgão que é a pele. Na PARTE 1 falamos sobre respiração, apinéia e natação como caminhos terapêuticos e de equilíbrio emocional que nos fazem retornar ao ambiente primitivo gestacional. Um caminho pra sentir nosso contorno e o nosso limite em relação ao mundo ao mesmo tempo que nos sentimos uno com o mundo. E, por fim, na PARTE 3 falamos com mais profundidade sobre meditação, como conseguir manter a prática e os benefícios para todos sem complicação. #respiração #natação #meditação #watsu #aquacidade #psicanálise #apinéia #saúdemental #saúdefísica --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pulsologofalo/message

Watsu od masażu do terapii. Rozmowa z Tomaszem Zagórskim. FizjoPodcast Jeżeli nie chcesz przegapić rewelacyjnych treści związanych z nowymi wywiadami, trzy dniówkami dołącz do mnie zostawiając adres email: mailchi.mp/f330e371bd8b/fozjopozytywna Zapraszam również na stronę joannatokarska.pl Facebook: www.facebook.com/Fizjopozytywni/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/fizjopozytywna/?hl=pl

Brandon talks with Nico about her experience on the show from April 12th 2021, some stories that didn't make it to air, and her healing process. Her healing process involved Reiki and water shiatsu called Watsu. Nico was having flashbacks and through the visualizations from these processes, she was able to attack these issues and find greater clarity. This episode is more of a conversation than most and we actually discuss creating a flashback/trigger journal. Plus, we have some laughs.

Sylvia is joined by dance ethnologist, flying trapeze artist and executive coach Dr. Edy Greenblatt, Ph.D., to discuss what people get wrong about work-life balance and burnout. Edy shares with listeners what flying trapeze and dance can teach us about business and relationships, what we can do to avoid burnout, why we should learn to work with our fear rather than against, and much more. Topics include:Defining resilienceWork as enrichment to life vs. work as depletingThe myth of work-life balanceWhy we need to reframe fearHow the flying trapeze changes everythingIdentifying the activities that deplete and restore usInvesting in meaningful relationshipsAnd other topics...Dr. Edy Greenblatt, Ph.D., PCC is a transformational coach-educator, resilience pioneer, integration visionary, and entrepreneur.  As Founder and President of Execu-Care Coaching & Consulting, Inc. she creates radically innovative interdisciplinary, multi-method interventions that help leaders, teams, and organizations learn, grow, laugh, and energize while they rise to meet demanding performance goals.  Her blended solutions can include interactive classroom sessions, aerial arts and flying trapeze, embodied and peer coaching, world dance, WATSU, coach supervision, ethnographic analyses, interactive online support, and offsite resilience retreats....Resources mentioned:Flying Trapeze Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLaUz9dh0HUBook – Restore Yourself by Edy GreenblattBook – The Female Advantage: Women's Ways of Leadership by Sally HelgelsonBook – Women Don't Ask by Linda Babcock and Sara Laschever Multi-Media Series – Fusion: How World-Class Innovators Create the Unexpected by CJ MeadowsConnect with Edy:LinkedIn – @dredygreenblattEmail – edygreenblatt@gmal.comWebsite – https://edygreenblatt.com/Want to connect with us? Visit us online!Website: https://www.whenwomenfly.com/IG: @whenwomenflyFB: @whenwomenflyTwitter: @whenwomenflyPinterest: @whenwomenfly

"Life is what happens while you are making other plans." Boy, ain't that the truth!  If we could all live by that philosophy and go with the flow, life would feel a lot lighter.  This is one of Victor Barreda-Pazos' favorite quotes, and after listening to our conversation, you'll understand why.  This was actually the second time doing this podcast, as the first one just went 'poof' into some cloud somewhere. But, rather than get upset; Victor said "I am sure there is a reason why I didn't get recorded. The next one will be even better!" And he was right.  The connection was a poor at times, but Amber made it work - putting her editing skills to the test. She did a great job!  This conversation includes Victors story of immigration to the US, Career Changes, Marriage, and most importantly (or life changing) fatherhood. Victor is an inspiration and his journey is a testament to what can unfold for you by following your heart and your passion.  Not only is Victor a good person, teacher, and father, he's also a Massage Therapist and Watsu practitioner.  For listeners in the Portland, OR area; after listening, you should schedule a Watsu session or a Massage with Victor (Aqua4life).  At www.watsuportland.com With over 15 years of experience in the Physical Therapy and Massage Therapy world, Victor offers Watsu® and Integrative Massage to people who are recovering from an acute injury, seeking relief from chronic pain, and/or looking for a unique deep state of relaxation and inner balance.  With the knowledge gained from studying pregnancy and birth alongside his wife, a Full Spectrum Doula, and over a decade of being a conscious parent and educator he also offers his wisdom and understanding of this process for pregnant people, infants, children, and families in general. Visit watsuportland.com to get yourself back to a state of well being and thriving so you can enjoy life to the fullest. Connect with him on social media: On Facebook and Instagram      

SELAMAT DATANG DI BALI Before the next season of The Radio Vagabond, I'm going to give you an episode from a unique luxurious place. This episode was recorded in January 2020. I've kept it on the shelf because of the Covid-Pandemic, but now with the vaccine on the way, I feel it's time to give you some inspiration for a super special vacation in Bali. I MET JOHN IN LONDON A few months earlier, in November 2019 I was at the World Travel Market (WTM) in London. This is a huge travel fair where the world's destinations, hotels, airlines, and anyone else working in the travel industry show what they are doing and make deals. I was there walking around with a press badge with my name on it, and when I came to the Indonesia stand a guy behind a table started speaking Danish to me. I have a very Danish name, and he guessed that I was a fellow countryman. John Nielsen is his name, and he is the manager of Fivelements Retreat in Bali. I told him that I would be in Bali a few months later, and he told me to get in touch and we could organize a visit. He showed me a brochure and a few videos of the place on his smartphone and it looked very idyllic and beautiful and I just had to accept his offer. So, fast forward a few months and I see him again. At the resort in Bali. ECO-CONSCIOUS WELLNESS Retreat Nestled on the banks of the Ayung River in the center of Bali, Fivelements Retreat Bali is a multi-award-winning eco-conscious Wellness Retreat. It's deeply rooted in the ancient traditions of Bali, and that's a part of why it's a peaceful sanctuary to embrace authentic Balinese Healing, Plant-based Cuisine, and Sacred Arts. They opened in 2010 as the company's flagship wellness destination bridging the wisdom of traditional healing cultures with innovative wellness concepts. Getting to the place, I was driving through a small authentic village with narrow streets and tiny (not so fancy) houses. So that made the contrast to what I was faced with inside the Retreat even greater. I know I say this a lot in the podcast, but this time it's even more important that you take a look at the blog post for this episode. I will try to explain what I see as best I can, but on theradiovagabond.com you can see both pictures and videos. It is truly amazing what I'm about to experience for the next few days. At the reception, I meet the manager John Nielsen again. He takes me for a walk around the resort. JUNGLE-LIKE FEELING Fivelements Retreat is in a very green area with small, curved pathways leading through the area with a lot of grass-roofed huts and houses. I hear the soothing sound of the river running through the area, the birds in the jungle-like forest, and occasionally the sound of a bell and a crackling fire – where people are meditating, mindfulness, or having a traditional fire ceremony. SACRED SPACE Right next to the fireplace, is what they call The Sacred Space. It was actually their plan to build the reception right here but then they discovered – almost by coincidence that there was something weird going on at this place. The rocks get warm even on a cloudy day, metal has seen to be spinning on a rock and some people will feel a sensation when meditating here. PLANT-BASED RESTAURANT We move on down a small pathway. On our left hand is their award-winning Sakti Dining Room – based on a farm-to-table philosophy. Here they serve a plant-based menu that's prepared with love, passion, and attention to detail. The menu is designed to give optimal plant-based nutrition and high energy and at the same time inspiring a gastronomical journey aimed to nurture body, mind, and soul. The food was phenomenal. I'm not a vegetarian, but I must say I did not miss the meat. Not only does it taste good – it also looks fantastic. A thing to experience is the Signature Chef's Specialty Tasting Menus. See pictures of some of the things I had here on theradiovagabond.com.  IN THE GARDEN WITH TWO CHEFS This cooking process starts with sourcing the finest local ingredients at the height of the growing season. They support local farmers, sustainable agriculture, and environmentally friendly products. But they also have a small garden themselves, and as I was walking through the area with John, I got to meet the talented Balinese chef, Sr. Sous Chef, Made Tantra. As I'm standing there chatting with the passionate chef for this episode, John interrupts us, to introduce me to another chef: His good friend Brad French who is a renowned chef and cuisine lecturer from Le Cordon Bleu in Australia. Brad is not here to cook, only to relax, have a few massage treatments, get some inspiration from the local food here – and visit his old friend John, and see what he's up to here in Bali since he worked with him in Australia.  THE HISTORY OF FIVELEMENTS They started out with nine Eco-Luxury Sleeping Suites. Independent villas along Bali's sacred Ayung River. These suites feature lofty, grass-roofed ceilings, breezy interiors, and recycled timber flooring. Each suite features both an indoor and an outdoor bathroom with an open-air rain shower. And a private riverside bathtub, hand-carved from a single stone. Just at the time of my visit they were finishing 11 more Sleeping Suites, so they now have 20 in total. In fact, I was the first to sleep in my suite. Also, still they were working on the biggest of them all – their “Signature Suite”. But even before that, they had guests complaining – or just mentioning the construction noise. But that wasn't what it was. It was actually the sounds of the Gecko and the other animals of the jungle. MY FIRST YOGA CLASS They offer a number of treatments at Fivelements one of them being complementary yoga every morning, and I decided to do that. Even though this was my first yoga class, I really enjoyed it. After the class, I had a chat with the yoga instructor. In the episode, you can hear her tell the story of how she was able to put out a fire – because of her being in such good shape. The yoga place almost looks like a spaceship. It's a round tipi-like room with a hole in the top of the grass roof (or rather “alang-alang” the bi-product from rice production). And with the 26 meters, it's very high. INSTAGRAMABLE As I'm walking around with John, I'm carrying a microphone, trying to record what he's saying … and at the same time wanting to take pictures everywhere. It is very “Instagramable”. We also took a walk in the original part of the Retreat. As mentioned, they started with nine eco-luxury Sleeping Suites set along the river. These suites also feature lofty, alang-alang-roofed ceilings. WELLNESS TREATMENTS On our way to the big pool, we pass a smaller pool where they do a very unique ‘Water Healing Treatment', also known as Watsu. The water healing therapist glides you gracefully through the water and applies artful stretches and luxurious massage assisted by the water. I didn't try it, but it sounds amazing. It should be profoundly relaxing and nurturing, as this therapy recalls the safety, timelessness, and peacefulness of the womb. I ended my stay sitting in an outdoor bathtub filled with fruits and vegetables overlooking the river after a wonderful massage. It couldn't have been more idyllic. OPEN NOW They are open now, so if you are in Bali – or you are able to get to the island when the borders are open after the Pandemic, you should treat yourself and your significant other to a stay there. The rates are probably a bit lower right now (because of COVID), but I just made a quick search and found that a stay at Fivelements Bali Retreat will set you back around 110 USD/91 EUR for a room for two people per night – including breakfast. That's surprisingly low for all that luxury. And that's if you book directly on FivelementsBali.com. If you go through The Radio Vagabond's normal sponsor, Hotels25.com, you can actually save around 15%.  NEXT STOP NEW ENGLAND In a few days, we start the next season, and we're heading back to North America. I'll take you on a road trip through the six states of New England, then a bit in Canada, upstate New York, Texas, Mexico, and Florida. But we start in Boston this coming Wednesday. My name is Palle Bo and I gotta keep moving. See you.   EPISODE-LINK: theradiovagabond.com/184-fivelements-bali DISCLAIMER I was invited to stay there for a few days because of this podcast – and in the hope that I might inspire you guys to visit them. But as previously when I do those trips and visits like this, I'm not obligated to say anything I don't mean. Everything I say is my own genuine opinion. I'm basically just describing my visit.

SELAMAT DATANG DI BALI Før den næste sæson af Radiovagabond vil jeg give dig en episode fra et unikt luksuriøst sted. Denne episode blev optaget i januar 2020, men jeg har haft den liggende på hylden på grund af Covid-pandemien, men nu hvor vaccinen er på vej, føler jeg, at det er tid til at give dig lidt inspiration til en super speciel ferie på Bali. JEG MØDTE JOHN I LONDON Et par måneder tidligere, i november 2019, var jeg på World Travel Market (WTM) i London. Dette er en enorm rejsemesse, hvor alverdens destinationer, hoteller, flyselskaber og andre, der arbejder i rejsebranchen, viser hvad de laver og indgår handler. Jeg gik rundt med et pressebadge med mit navn på, og da jeg kom til Indonesiens stand, stod en fyr bag et bord. Da han så mit navn sagde han ”dav”. Jeg har jo et meget dansk navn, og han gættede, at jeg var en landsmand. John Nielsen er hans navn, og han er direktør på Fivelements Retreat på Bali. Da jeg fortalte ham, at jeg skulle til Bali et par måneder senere, tilbød han mig at bo der et par dage. Og efter at han viste mig en brochure og et par videoer af stedet, var jeg ikke langsom til at takke ja. MILJØ-BEVIDST WELLNESS-RETREAT Fivelements Retreat Bali er et prisvindende miljøbevidst wellness-retreat, der ligger idyllisk ved bredden af ​​Ayung-floden i midten af Bali. Det er dybt forankret i de gamle balinesiske traditioner, med autentisk balinesisk healing, hellig kunst og et plantebaseret køkken. De åbnede i 2010 som virksomhedens flagskib. Et sted, der bygger bro mellem traditionelle healingskulturers visdom og innovative wellness-koncepter. Da jeg kom til stedet, kørte jeg gennem en lille autentisk landsby med smalle gader og små huse. Så derfor var kontrasten til det, jeg mødte inden, endnu større. Jeg ved, at jeg siger det ofte, men denne gang er det endnu vigtigere, at du kigger på blogindlægget til denne episode og ser både billeder og videoer på Radiovagabond.dk. Det er virkelig smukt og helt specielt, hvad jeg er ved at opleve i de næste par dage. I receptionen møder jeg John igen, og han tager mig på en tur rundt i området. JUNGLE-FORNEMMELSE Fivelements Retreat ligger midt i et meget grønt område med små, snoede stier, der fører gennem området til hytter med stråtag. Man hører den rislende lyd fra floden, der løber gennem området, fuglene i den jungle-lignende skov og indimellem ​​en lille klokke og en knitrende ild. Det sidste kommer fra et sted, hvor gæster mediterer eller deltager i en traditionel bål-ceremoni. SACRED SPACE Lige ved siden af ​​bålstedet er det, de kalder The Sacred Space. Det var faktisk deres plan at bygge receptionen lige her, men så opdagede de nærmest ved et tilfælde, at der skete nogle underlige ting på dette sted. Sten, der ligger i en cirkel omkring stedet, bliver varme – selv på en overskyet dag, man har set metal dreje på en sten, og visse mennesker får en speciel følelse, når de mediterer her. PLANTEBASERET RESTAURANT Vi går videre ned ad en lille sti, og på vores venstre side ligger deres prisvindende restaurant, de kalder Sakti Dining Room. Her serverer de en plantebaseret menu, der (som de siger) er tilberedt med kærlighed, lidenskab og stor opmærksomhed på detaljer. Tanken med menuen er at give optimal plantebaseret ernæring og samtidig inspirere til en gastronomisk rejse med det formål at pleje krop, sind og sjæl. Maden var fænomenal og selvom jeg er ikke vegetar, savnede jeg ikke kød. Ikke kun smager det godt - det ser også fantastisk ud. En ting, jeg kan anbefale at opleve er ”Signature Chef’s Specialty Tasting Menus”. Se billeder af nogle af de ting, jeg havde her på radiovagabond.dk. I HAVEN MED TO KOKKE Madlavningen starter med at indkøbe de fineste lokale ingredienser på højden af ​​vækstsæsonen. De støtter lokale landmænd, bæredygtigt landbrug og bruger udelukkende miljøvenlige produkter. Men de har også deres egen lille have, og her møder jeg deres talentfulde balinesiske kok, Made Tantra. Mens jeg står der og snakker med ham til denne episode, afbryder John os for at introducere mig til endnu en kok: Hans gode ven Brad French, der er en berømt kok og kokkelærer fra Le Cordon Bleu i Australien. Han er ikke her for at lave mad, men for at slappe af, få et par massagebehandlinger og tage lidt mad-inspiration med hjem. Og naturligvis besøg sin gamle ven og kollega, John – og se, hvad han bedriver her på Bali. FIVELEMENTS HISTORIE De startede med ni ”Eco-Luxury Sleeping Suites”. Enkeltstående villaer langs Balis hellige Ayung-flod. Disse suiter har høje lofter med stråtag, elegant interiør og smukke trægulve. Hver suite har både et indendørs og et udendørs badeværelse med regnbruser udendørs og et privat badekar håndskåret i en enkelt sten ved flodbredden. Mens jeg var der, var de ved at færdiggøre 11 nye suiter, så de nu har 20 i alt – faktisk var jeg den allerførste til at sove i min suite. De arbejdede de også stadig på deres største villa, deres såkaldte “Signature Suite”. Men selv inden byggerierne havde de gæster, der kommenterede byggestøj. Men det var ikke, hvad det var. Det de hørte var lyden af ​​gecko’erne og de andre dyr i junglen. MIN FØRSTE YOGA-TIME De tilbyder en række behandlinger på Fivelements, hvoraf den ene er gratis yoga hver morgen. Selvom dette var min første yogatime besluttede jeg at gøre det – nød jeg det virkelig. Efter timen fik jeg en snak med læreren om fordelene ved at dyrke yoga. I episoden kan du blandt andet høre hende fortælle om, hvordan hun var i stand til at slukke en brand, fordi hun er i træning. Selve Yoga-stedet ligner nærmest en rumraket – 26 meter højt med stråtag (eller rettere "alang-alang" som er et biprodukt fra risproduktion). Det er et rundt tipi-lignende rum med et hul i toppen. INSTAGRAM-VENLIGT Mens jeg går rundt med John, har jeg en mikrofon i hånden for at optage, hvad han siger ... men samtidig har jeg også lyst til at tage billeder hele tiden. Det er meget "Instagram-venligt". Vi tog også en tur i den oprindelige del af Fivelements. Som nævnt startede de med ni suiter langs floden. Disse suiter har høje lofter, også fremstillet af alang-alang. WELLNESS-BEHANDLINGER På vej til den store pool passerer vi en mindre pool, hvor de laver en meget unik vandhealings-behandling, også kendt som Watsu. En vandhealings-terapeut bevæger dig yndefuldt gennem vandet og giver dig en luksuriøs massage assisteret af vandet i poolen. Jeg prøvede det ikke, men det lyder fantastisk. Det siges at være meget afslappende, da denne terapi minder om livmodens sikkerhed, tidløshed og fred. Jeg sluttede mit ophold i et udendørs badekar fyldt med frugt og grøntsager med udsigt over floden efter en vidunderlig massage. Det kunne ikke have været mere idyllisk. DE ER ÅBNE NU De er åbne for gæster, så hvis du er på Bali – eller hvis du er i stand til at komme til øen, når grænserne åbner efter pandemien, bør du overveje forkæle dig selv og din bedre halvdel med et ophold der. Priserne er måske lidt lavere lige nu (på grund af COVID), men da jeg jeg foretog en hurtig søgning kunne jeg se, at et ophold på Fivelements Bali Retreat kun koster omkring 676 kr. I en suite med to personer pr. nat - inklusive morgenmad. Det er overraskende lavt for så meget luksus. Denne pris er, hvis du bestiller direkte på FivelementsBali.com. Hvis du gennemgår Radiovagabonds sponsor, Hotels25.dk, kan du faktisk spare omkring 15%. NÆSTE STOP NEW ENGLAND Om et par dage starter vi den nye sæson, og denne gang skal vi tilbage til Nordamerika. Jeg tager dig med på en biltur gennem de seks stater i New England og derefter et kort besøg i Canada, den nordlige del af staten New York, men vi skal også til Texas, Mexico og Florida. Vi starter i Boston onsdag morgen. Jeg hedder Palle Bo, og jeg skal videre. Vi ses.   EPISODE-LINK: radiovagabond.dk/228-fivelements-bali   DISCLAIMER Jeg blev inviteret til at bo her et par dage på grund af denne podcast – og naturligvis i håb om, at jeg ville kunne inspirere dig til at besøge dem. Men som tidligere, når jeg får ture og besøg som dette, er jeg ikke forpligtet til at sige noget, jeg ikke mener, og alt hvad jeg siger, er min egen ægte mening. Jeg beskriver blot mit besøg.

Hilary Marshall, LMT and Watsu practitioner, Hilary shares a great deal about the Watsu experience and what clients can experience during a session. Watsu can promote physical, emotional and psychological healing.

Wie jede Schwangerschaft individuell ist, so ist auch die Geburtsvorbereitung individuell und am schönsten, wenn sie ganz intuitiv und fließend sein darf. Meine Geburtsvorbereitungen waren jedes Mal ganz unterschiedlich. So auch in dieser Schwangerschaft. Das schönste Erlebnis diesmal war eine WATSU-Behandlung am Ende der Schwangerschaft, die mich ganz und gar in das Gefühl als Baby gebracht hat. Wunder willkommen.

In episode seventeen, host Brett Stanley is joined by underwater Artivist and performer Christine Ren. Christine has a degree in Marine Affairs and Policy which give her a great insight in to how our water ways are being managed and also a strong desire to make some change in the world with her own conservation campaigns.Christine chats about creating some of the campaigns she's created, what worked and what didn't, and how she's now using water as a way to overcome trauma with her healing Watsu practice.They also discuss techniques for a better breath hold, and how a lot of her inspiration comes from within.Follow Christine: Website, Instagram, FacebookDiscuss the episode in our facebook group.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/brettstanley)

Nadya is the creator and founder of Aquanimity – a water based healing modality that combines energy work, sound healing, massage, and stretching. Sessions are done while being supported in 96-degree water where clients can expect to be feel held, cradled, and supported. The goal of a session is to evoke a sense of timelessness so that clients can have time for themselves. Time to unravel the layers of what they're holding on to and look deeper at what's behind the pain. https://youtu.be/G_VUK79q9aM (CLICK HERE TO WATCH US ON YouTube!) [1:00] What is Aquanimity? [3:30] Feeling held [6:00] The process of Aquanimity [9:30] Finding what’s behind that pain [10:30] A constantly evolving modality [14:28] The advantage of water work [17:45] Aquanimity vs Watsu [23:20] Transitioning into healing work [25:25] Incorporating crystals [30:40] Healing from water trauma [37:00] It's about feeling safe Instagram: @aquanimity_by_nadya_nova

The Opioid crisis has effected Amber and her family in very profound ways; and in this episode you'll find out why it's one of her soapbox issues.    Her family is not alone!    According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), every day more than 130 people in the US die after overdosing on opioids. In the late 1990's, pharmaceutical companies told the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioids for pain relief, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at increasing rates. By 2017, more than 47,000 Americans had died as a result of opioid overdoses. That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders due to prescription opioids, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (heroin is an opioid). Statistics say 21-29% of patients who are prescribed opioids for chronic pain-misuse them; and It's estimated that 4-6% who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.The NIH and HHS (Department of Health and human service) are looking at ways to help put an end to this crisis. But, what about holistic and alternative methods? Are they paying attention???    Doubtful. There are so many ways to help relieve, manage, and even treat pain conditions that don't include harming our bodies, or further risking our health.    Among Amber's personal favorites: Chiropractic, Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Diet, Physical Therapy, Watsu, Craniosacral Therapy, Reiki/Energy Healing, Herbs, Cannabis products, Essential oils...   The list is extensive. Practically every healing method that you can find at HealingWaze.com will have an effect on your pain levels. And, most are harmless.    Email Amber if you'd like to share your story at info@HealingWaze.com. She may even ask you to be a future podcast guest.    Information and stats for this episode were taken from: https://www.drugabuse.gov/drugs-abuse/opioids/opioid-overdose-crisis    Learn more about Amber and her mission at HealingWaze.com and VibeHealingArts.com   Ambers on social media too!  www.Facebook.com/HealingWaze www.Facebook.com/YourHealingWithAmber/   www.Instagram.com/HealingWaze www.Instagram.com/business_minded_healer   By Participating in this podcast you agree that this is not a replacement for medical services and are encouraged to seek immediate medical care if needed. Read our full disclaimer here. https://healingwaze.com/healingwaze-disclaimer/

As Editor of Women's Health, Claire Sanderson knows a thing or two about wellbeing, so finding a treatment she hasn't tried before isn't easy. But the watsu treatment at Akasha is a new experience and what's more, for a self-confessed fitness fanatic with a deadline-driven job, it's a watery revelation.   A combination of yoga, shiatsu, meditation and massage, watsu is a hydrotherapy treatment that uses the body's reactions in a weightless state to influence the therapist's bespoke care.    Leave the hustle and bustle, the noise and screens behind, and join wellness journalist Suzanne Duckett on a journey into relaxation and the wonderful, watery world of wellbeing. To celebrate the release of her new book Bathe, she is inviting some special guests to join her in some truly immersive experiences: discovering the invigorating power of bath and birch, the emotional harmony of sound and steam, and the soothing energy of mud and ice.      And you won't be left behind – in this podcast, listeners get up close and personal with the experience: the benefits, secrets and sounds of each treatment. Start the year with some new experiences: close your eyes and plunge into a world of wellness. Bathing is a primal ritual, but it's never been more relevant. The conversation starts here.   The podcast series will be 6 episodes long launching Jan 14th and guests include Liz Earle, Melissa Hemsley, Ward Thomas and three more surprise guests.     Bathe: The Podcast was created and produced in-house by Bonnier Books UK to celebrate the publication of Suzanne Duckett's new book Bathe   Recorded on location in the Akasha at The Café Royale in London www.hotelcaferoyal.com/spaandtreatments     Freelance producer and editor Lisa Mainwaring (LiMa Mic Media) Executive Producer and Senior Marketing Manager Clarissa Pabi Publicity Manager Francesca Pearce Comms Director Lisa Hoare Head of Audio Jon Watt  

In Episode 3 of HA'ISHA Network Podcast, host, Chaya Evers joins Oda Meiberg as she shares her journey as a women who uses her talent and wisdom to heal, empower and work with women. Watsu, Shiatsu, Reflexology; join Oda for this beautiful converstaion of healing and transformation.

In this episode, I take this time to reflect on the first 50 episodes of the Alter Your Health podcast. It's been a fun and exciting learning experience for me, and I wanted to reflect and share my learnings through conducting so many interviews with such amazing people. I made it through the first 14 interviews I conducted on the podcast Episode 0 - Dr. Susanna Alter: Our Healing Journeys - https://alter.health/episode0 Episode 1 - Jere Friendman: Healing with Gong and Breath - https://alter.health/episode1 Episode 2 - Dr. Leonard Laskow: Healing with Love - https://alter.health/episode2 Episode 3 - Andy Petranek: Living the Whole Life Challenge - https://alter.health/episode3 Episode 4 - Dr. Daniel Chong: Healing the heart with food - https://alter.health/episode4 Episode 5 - Dr. Christie Fleetwood: From Pharmacy to Farmacy - https://alter.health/episode5 Episode 6 - Benjamin Fox: Finding purpose and health through astrology - https://alter.health/episode6 Episode 7 - Meredith Klein: Finding balance with Ayurveda - https://alter.health/episode7 Episode 8 - Dr. Bill Pettit: Mental Health - one cause, one cure - https://alter.health/episode8 Episode 10 - Dr. Christian Gonzalez: Keeping cancer-free in a toxic world - https://alter.health/episode10 Episode 12 - Walter Werzowa: Music Medicine for Body, Mind, and Soul - https://alter.health/episode12 Episode 14 - Erin O'Rourke: Releasing trauma into the water through Watsu and aquatic therapy - https://alter.health/episode14 Episode 16 - Dr. Russell Marz: Nutrition to heal people and the planet - https://alter.health/episode16 Episode 18 - Amber Ryan: Mindfully moving into wholeness with 5Rhythms - https://alter.health/episode18 Episode 20 - Jovinna Chan: Being fully alive - https://alter.health/episode20   Links to more... - Show notes and resources: https://alter.health/episode52/ - Get a copy of Dr. Benjamin's book: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3 - Apply to work with Dr. Benjamin: https://alter.health/membership - Connect on Facebook: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc - Follow Dr. Benjamin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbenjaminalter    

Jet Lag In talking with my videographer friend he mentioned jet lag. My flight gets in to HK around 4:00 p.m. and I’ll spend some time going through customs and such. It’ll likely be about 7 by the time I get to my hotel. I figured unless something ultra-strange is happening I’ll be fine with it and I’ll just go to bed, wake up maybe a bit late the next day and all should be good. HK is about 15 hours ahead of my timezone, which is Pacific. Or that would be about 9 hours behind if you were to look at it that way. Anyway, it’s a significant change. My friend is coming from eastern timezone, so he’s got 12 hours difference there. One thing he mentioned was to consider fasting during your travel as that will help adjust the body’s natural internal clock. I thought this was very interesting, so I had to do some research. The only solid item I found was in the New England Journal of Medicine, but you have to be a paying customer to get it. So I found anecdotal stuff here and there, but nothing really deep. He was saying that the basic idea is to simply not eat until you have to a breakfast time of your destination. For me it’ll be great since I can land, get to bed and then wake up and have breakfast. For him, he’s arriving at about 7:00 a.m. So he’ll fast on the plane then eat once he lands. And then since we’ll be starting the day, hopefully he won’t be too groggy to be at least coherent. But I still found other things that I wanted to share. Some of it is rather “out there” so if I sound rather judgmental on these things is more about how I can’t ever see myself doing them, not necessarily thinking someone is foolish for doing it themselves. Here we go. I found an article on CNN, the link is here in the show notes. https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/9-alternative-jet-lag-strategies/index.html It’s called “9 alternative jet lag strategies.” First up is to use the hormone Melatonin. The body creates this naturally, but increasing the presence of Melatonin should help the circadian rhythm get adjusted more quickly. They recommend not taking it while in the air, but to do it at bed time once you’ve landed. It’s widely available at drug stores and of course, as with all things medically oriented, it’s best to talk with your doctor before you do anything like this. Just needing to cover myself there. This remedy is not for me. I’m just not one to hop on the drug bandwagon all that quickly. Even when I get a headache, I’d rather tough it out than take a Tylenol. I’ll pop the pill when needed for sure, but my preference is to not do anything. The next item is fasting, of all things. We’ve already talked about this, but this particular article only talks about a few items here, I’d love to have a much deeper article. If you know of one, please forward it on to me. They recommend refrain eating or drinking anything but water and herbal tea if you are looking to minimize jet lag. I won’t fast the whole flight but I’ll do at least half of it so I can go to bed on an empty stomach and hopefully awake ready for a huge breakfast. The next item up is called “earthing.” Well, these were “alternative” ways, right? Basically, the point here is to literally touch the earth at your destination. Take off your shoes and walk in the grass, the beach, whatever. It’ll change your mood and outlook. Seems more psychological than anything else, which can help, don’t get me wrong. But I look at this a bit oddly since it’s more along the lines of something I try to do naturally anyway. So, to have it as a suggestion for something different, to me, is more of a statement on society than anything else. As in, why isn’t this normal behavior already? Watsu is the next one. It’s a water-based relaxation therapy that is similar to a Japanese Shiatsu massage. They go into some detail, but quite frankly, getting relaxed and destressing is the point. If you can do that by just laying on the bed, or getting a massage then go for it. Another is Restricted Environment Stimulation Therapy. Basically, you’re in a light and soundproof tank, floating in 93.5 degree water, that’s Fahrenheit by the way, the temp of most people’s skin. And it’s supposed to be relaxing. My only question is, where do you find stuff like this? And this is the third item that is just focused on relaxation and destressing. Why not just say that and then say, “here’s a few ways of doing that?” And then the next item on the list is Onsens, or a hot spring. OK, just another way to relax, and it’s water-based too. No surprise. I’m happy to do it, love a hot tub soak. Just not sure I’m going to find that at my destination since I’m too cheap and my hotel is less than $30 a night! And finally, the last two are IV infusions and sound healing. I’ll never do the IV infusion thing as I hate needles and I’ll suffer any jet lag three times over before I get stuck with a needle. And the sound healing thing sounds too new agey to me. They suggest that it’s been shown that sound frequencies at 528hz have been shown to heal the body’s DNA. What? I didn’t know DNA could be healed. I fully understand there’s people out there listening that probably know a lot more about this stuff than I do. I’m usually open to listening to these new ideas, but when it comes to something like this, I just need a better article I suppose. They end by saying if you’re in Dubrovnik, go to Villa Dubrovnik, where they say you can get into a “diamond cocoon, where guests lie in a dark, enclosed chamber atop a bed of bubbling warm water as a journey of light and sounds aim to help them relax and get a better night’s sleep.” Sorry, that’s not for me. My whole take on this thing is I’m going to try the fasting. I’ve not heard of that one before. But I always give myself a lighter schedule when I first get somewhere so I can give my body time to adjust. And I listen to what my body is telling me. If I’m by myself, I don’t mind sleeping in or going to bed early. Or forcing myself up when I need to make the change. I may miss a few shots, and that would stink for sure. But I’ve found that my health suffers and if that happens I miss even more shots (thinking back to my time in Chile where I twisted my ankle and got sick and missed out on about three days because health reasons) I take one day at a time and I roll with it. But I’m certainly looking forward to this journey to try a few new things out. I’ll add some relaxing in there too, when I go to bed J Hong Kong I’m going to Hong Kong. And I’m so excited about this journey. It came about because a few weeks ago I found out that I would not be able to participate in a mission trip to India in November. Taking that much time off work just won’t work. So I had a backup plan which was seriously, to go “somewhere.” Literally, you can ask my wife, I didn’t care where, it was just somewhere cool. I scoured a few flight websites and settled on flights.google.com for the ease of use and easy variety of locations that I can explore as well as date options for departures and returns. So I found this ticket on Delta direct from Seattle for less than $560. Round trip. The wife said, “Yes you should go, but remember your son has a birthday…” So I found an itinerary that will get me home in time and has me there for about 16 days. Wow. So I bought the tickets and then started planning. I already had a Lonely planet guide book from when I spent 2.5 days there way back in 2002. I was returning from India, a different mission oriented trip, and had a layover in Hong Kong. The agent making the flight arrangements apologized terribly for the inconvenience and I was like, “are you kidding. This is awesome!” So I bought an updated book and I read it cover to cover, highlighted various things and what not, then I got a message from a long-time friend that has wanted to have me let him know whenever I’m going someplace exciting. He saw my post on facebook and I was like (crickets) Oh yeah,, un I forgot about that… So, he’s a videographer. I had an idea to make a photography course and shoot it over there in HK and he agreed to do the video. So that threw a whole other set of planning into the mix. So now I’m not only planning for 16 days (14 really since I don’t shoot on Saturdays) of shooting, but now I need to come up with scripts and a plan for how to teach photography at each of the locations we’re going to. And let’s not forget I’m shutting down my gear rental company during this as well, (only about half the gear has been sold, still some great pieces to be had) and finishing up a project for the university that involves about six videos to be posted to my YouTube channel this summer. It’s a professional development project and it just has to get done this summer. That’s all there is to it. So I’m scrambling to keep up with the podcasting, family, help my church still plan for this mission trip to India that I’m no longer going on, 16 days in Hong Kong, create my print and creativity course and now this beginner/intermediate course… I’m getting exhausted just thinking about it. So let’s focus. On HK. I’m going to tell you the plan, and then while there I’ll plan to record an episode and then I’ll tell you how it went once I get back. I’ll do my best not to bore you too much or be too repitively redundant. So I’m starting out on Lantau Island. I’ll stay in Mui Wo. There’s a waterfall in the Silvermine Bay area. I’ll get to that and then I’ll take the bus to the big Buddha at the Po Lin Monastery. That’ll be during the mid day so we’ll see what kind of light I get. Thankfully there’s a vegetarian restaurant at the monastery and that’s where I’ll have lunch. I’ll then either take the bus or walk to Tai O. A fishing village. The next day I’ll repeat the plan, but I’m going to walk it on the trails that cover the mountainous island. It should make for a great hike and with the hot and humid and sometimes rainy weather I’ll experience in August, well, we’ll see how good my umbrella is and the rain cover on the backpack. My videographer gets in a couple days after I get there, so I’ll wake up early, get to the small island of Peng Chau, hike around for a few hours, and then take the mid morning ferry back to meet him at the dock. We’ll then move on to Causeway Bay area where our joint room will be. Some of the other places we will go are, Lamma Island, Po Toi island, the Peak, of course, and Central and Kowloon Peninsula. But we’ll also get to many of the less traveled too places in the New Territories. This is the interesting part about Hong Kong. It was handed over to the Chinese in 1997, but the British didn’t have to give all of HK up. It was just the New Territories that were under the temporary agreement, so those sections were scheduled to go back to China control, but Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong Island as well as several other outlying islands could have stayed in the British Empire. But logistically, it just wouldn’t have worked. So they handed the entire territory over to China. It’s interesting how they treat it now. It’s a Special Administrative region of China. As a US citizen, I don’t need a visa to go there for stays up to 90 days. HK is rather small, but that’s why I love it for travel photography. The public transport is amazing. There’s a bunch of very high quality sites to get to and they’re all, or at least most of them are, very accessible via public transport. Macau is the same way, though it was Portuguese. But it’s also a Special Administrative Region. My goal with this journey is to get out and hike. To see the natural wonders that HK has and show them to you and whomever else is interested. And to shoot some training videos of course.  My approach, however, is to not get too bent out of shape if the videos don’t work out. I’m writing my scripts, and I have good outlines of what I want to talk about. I just need to keep that handy so I can apply a lesson to what I’m shooting. And I’ve got a documentary videographer coming along too, so I’ll probably be fine. We’ll go to some markets, there’s a night market on Kowloon peninsula, and the Stanley market is supposed to be good as well. And one thing I love about HK is the lack of regulation on production like this. We contacted the film office because it seems that the way their website is written we might have to get permits. But they basically laughed (if that’s possible to ascertain through email) at our request since it’s such a small production. So we figure we’re good. And finally, after my videographer friend leaves I have five more days. So I decided I’m going to China. I’ve got my visa application ready to go. I just need to get my Global Entry interview done first, then I’ll FedEx my passport down to SFO for processing. I really, really wanted to go to Detian falls. Also known as Ban Gioc falls. It’s the fourth largest waterfall on an international border. It’s on the border of China and Viet Nam. I probably could have made it, but the connections and times it takes to get out there makes it nearly impossible. I don’t have confidence in the timing of bus schedules and the like, and most hotels in that area aren’t bookable online. I mostly use booking.com and they have one that’s kind of sort of close to the falls, but it’s out in the middle of nowhere, and it’d be not only tough to get there but getting around is tough too. I did find one at the falls itself, but then it’s just the getting there that was making it very difficult. And then getting back on time to be sure I don’t miss my flight. It just wasn’t working out. So I decided to go to the tourist trap of Guilin instead. I may hire a guide, I may just kick back a little. I don’t know. We’ll see what happens. That part is still rather undefined. But I’m going, that part I know. (so long as I get a visa from the Chinese government. Fingers crossed) That wraps it up for now. Thanks so much for listening. Remember to search for and find the other podcasts in the Master Photography group. They are Portrait Session, Photo Taco and Thoughts on Photography, which is still being resurrected by Brian McGuckin. Until next time, Happy shooting. 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I was happy to connect and speak with Erin, a classmate of mine from the University of Santa Monica's Spiritual Psychology prorgam. Erin has taken a dive (no pun intended!) into using water to facility deep healing and trauma release. With trauma in our world today being such an epidemic, I was fascinated to learn of such a gentle yet powerful intervention. In this conversation we explore why trauma is and how our bodies can hold on to this energy, potentially leading to chronic mental, emotional, and physical conditions. Erin shares how the water can be such a powerful means to release this trauma. She shares some profound stories from the work she has been facilitating as an aquatic bodywork therapist and Watsu practitioner.   Links to more... > Show notes and resources: https://alter.health/episode14 > Get a copy of Dr. Benjamin's book: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3 > Apply to work with Dr. Benjamin: https://alter.health/membership > Connect on Facebook: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc > Follow Dr. Benjamin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbenjaminalter/

This week we meet Watsu Ibiza co-founder Roger White and hear how his water journey took him from a stressful life working in London as an Interior designer to Goa in India where he created his first Watsu warm water Pool. As he let go of London, Roger re-discovered his love for the dance floor and earned his nickname,  Electro Spider Crab in his 50's due to his unusual dance moves - which he is famous for in Ibiza. Jo Youle chats water therapy with Roger, how he fell in Love in his 60's for the first time and how he is off on an international Adventure in his A-team Van after shutting up the watsu business on the island to focus on exploring the world with his wife, Noam. In this podcast we are giving away yet another retreat spot in August 11-14th on the JoGa Beats ibiza retreat, check our website for more info www.theresetrebel.com and email us on justtehgoodnewsplease@gmail.com to tell us why you wish to join us on the white isle this summer.

Today is a special episode where I talk with Jillian Van Ness who is a certified Infant Massage Practitioner and Watsu® Massage Practitioner.  I am so excited to share these two lesser known modalities with you all today! In the episode we talk about: ·      The benefits of infant massage for both babies and their caregivers ·      What an infant massage class looks like ·      The absolute importance of touch in our lives ·      How she got into infant massage ·      What is Watsu Massage? ·      What a Watsu Massage session looks like ·      How Watsu can be particularly helpful for pregnant women ·      Her dream to build an aquatic center here in Sacramento To learn more about Jillian please visit her website.   Free Swim Lessons at Swim America in Davis, CA To find an infant massage practitioner in your area go here. To find a Watsu® Massage practitioner in your area go here. *** As always, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on iTunes here. Your reviews really help the show out because they allow it to be more visible so that we can reach more moms.  Do you shop on Amazon?  Use this link and do your shopping as you always would and the show will get a teeny tiny kickback.  The podcast is also sponsored by Audible.com.  To get your FREE audiobook and 30-day trial, please go to http://www.audibletrial.com/postpartum    You can also support the show by becoming a patron on Patreon.  No donation is too small, for as little as $1 per episode, you can make a huge difference for the show.  Click here to learn more.  Thank you SO much for your support!    

Do you want to bliss out with your Valentine? This is a very unique couple's massage that's so very, very sensual (but not sexual) and luxurious, intimate, & deeply relaxing. Massage therapists Brian and Seleece have created a unique massage experience for couples in their bamboo-garden Oakland loft. The experience starts with aquatic massage like Watsu in the huge 98-degree pool in their living room. Then, you two go upstairs into their plush candle-lit loft for a massage where you relax and are literally massaged into each other's arms! Mmmm, the oxytocin. Listen for the Blissed-out Valentine haiku contest! Deadline Feb 16th, 2013. Best haiku wins a 90-minute aquatic & couple's massage in Oakland, California.

Richard Fowles, who is the founder and CEO of 5TH ELEMENT, a retreat production company committed to awakening the world through transformative body work and direct encounter with Truth and Self Realization. Until recently he was the lead Watsu practitoner and Senior Therapist at the Ojai Valley Inn He has produced numerous film and video projects, including several series for PBS, and is a dedicated DAD, DANCER, YOGI, and LOVER OF LIFE. “Art of Peace” broadcasts every Wednesday evening from 7-8 pm on Community radio KCSB-FM and streaming LIVE too — focusing on social responsibility, community activism, and personal relationships as they relate to mindfulness and peace consciousness.