Today I want to talk about something we all deal with, body image. I know this can be a complex topic, especially in relation to the yoga and wellness industry. There is still a need for more diverse role models in this space and when it comes to body image; embracing your unique body and self-acceptance is a journey that requires ongoing effort.  Let’s talk about:   🔹How yoga has shifted towards a performative sport rather than a personal practice. 🔹That clothing should enhance our...

A lot of us struggle with shame, self-sabotage, and setting boundaries. I know I used to! Andrea Owen, author and life coach, is here to tell you the hard truth. That shame is inevitable in life and it's not going away. BUT, self-compassion, empathy, and mindfulness are key components of building shame resilience. We also talk about how personal growth ebbs and flows and setting boundaries is essential. Yes it can be challenging, but it is important to prioritize your own needs and...

Do you ever catch yourself saying, “there’s just not enough time in the day” or “I can’t afford that right now”. These could be signs that you’re living in a scarcity mindset. This is super common, especially amongst yoga practitioners, and can manifest itself in different ways. But you can break these negative belief patterns and foster a mindset of prosperity and trust in the universe. So refill your tea and let’s talk about:   🔹10 signs you could be living in energetic scarcity ...

Did you know that mantra activates the parasympathetic nervous system, and stimulates different parts of the body? Overall, mantra is seen as a vehicle for calming the mind, balancing the brain, activating the chakras, and connecting to universal consciousness. Today let’s delve into the Sa Re Sa Sa mantra from the Kundalini tradition, its meaning and benefits: 🔹The tongue stimulates meridian points in the mouth, which connect to the brain and activate different parts of the body. 🔹The Sa...

Dissect the stages of Yoga Nidra with me and my friend, Caley Alyssa. Together, we’ll dive into the emerging science behind deep yogic sleep. We’ll also provide tons of practical tips (hello, heated blanket!) as two busy moms and yoga teachers who practice Yoga Nidra regularly. Discover:  🔹 Misconceptions about the different brainwave states experienced during Yoga Nidra and how it’s NOT the equivalent of 2 -4 hours of sleep. 🔹 How Yoga Nidra works with the Koshas and affects melatonin...

Have you ever fallen into this trap? I know you’ve heard me talk about how as healers we have a hard time charging for our services, but there is another trap we easily fall into similar to this: OVERGIVING. Meaning, you are offering way more than you’re potentially charging for. This often comes from a place of insecurity, which is why showing up as your authentic self is so important.   Let’s explore: 🔹Overgiving can lead to feelings of resentment, depletion, and burnout. 🔹Setting...

Today, Stephanie King, founder of My Essential Birth, shares her knowledge on natural childbirth and the importance of education and preparation. She emphasizes the need for knowledge and understanding of the birthing process, as well as hands-on techniques to align the body and prepare for contractions. Stephanie also discusses the significance of having a supportive birth provider and the role of visualization in creating a positive birth experience. All my expectant mamas out there you are...

Today I chat with master coach and spiritual psychologist, Christine Hassler. We talk about the impact your inner child can have on your everyday life and how the subconscious programming that is formed during childhood influences your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. She shares practical techniques for cultivating a relationship with your inner child, and emphasizes the significance of reparenting ourselves and meeting the unmet needs from our childhood. This conversation will give you...

Anger is a natural emotion that should be expressed and channeled in a healthy way. That’s why today I want to discuss seven ways to release anger through your yoga practice. Expressing anger through movement is a powerful tool and surprise, you’re probably more angry than you realize. There are various yoga poses and breathwork techniques that are well-suited for moving anger or grief and setting aside conscious time to grieve or rage is extremely therapeutic.   Listen in to learn:  🔹How...

Monica Tschuggnall, a rapid transformational life coach and therapist, shares her journey of self-discovery and healing through yoga and hypnotherapy. She explains her methodology of using a multi-dimensional and holistic approach, including life coaching, hypnotherapy, breathwork, yoga, and meditation, to help her clients overcome limiting beliefs and create positive change. She also discusses the importance of self-care practices and daily rituals in maintaining a balanced and fulfilling...

Today, let’s explore the difference between traditional yoga and somatic yoga. While traditional yoga focuses on alignment, somatic yoga allows you to process and deeply feel your emotions. I will never tell you not to do a traditional yoga class, There is an incredible amount of value there and I have so much love for yogic tradition. But, I would like to encourage you to bring more somatic movement into your practice. Let’s discuss: 🔹Traditional yoga’s focus on alignment, strength, and...

Let’s delve into the realm of the subconscious with my long lost friend, Allison Roman! Allison and I used to teach yoga together in San Francisco a decade ago, but reconnected on Instagram, and I got curious about her work as a Transformation Holistic Hypnotherapist who specializes in the subconscious. Your subconscious is making most of your major decisions. Even if you bring awareness of your patterning into the moment, it’s often not enough and in some cases, can keep you stuck!  Nerd...

After releasing The Origins of Kundalini episodes I started receiving even more questions about this profound practice and its traditions. So of course I called up Guru Singh and he was happy to come back to answer more of your burning questions.  Listen in to learn: 🔹The history and relationship between Sikhism and Kundalini yoga 🔹What makes Kundalini yoga a science 🔹How Kundalini can enhance any religious belief Make sure you’ve listened to Origins of Kundalini Yoga Parts 1 & 2,...

Today, Matilde Wergeland, Uplifted alum, holistic health expert, and founder of HEALTH BY M, shares her journey of building a successful business after yoga teacher training. She also shares insights on creating a membership site, focusing on quality over quantity and curating a unique experience for members. Matilde explains that if you JUST REACH OUT you’ll be surprised at how many people want to work with you!! Listen in as we dish on how to: 🔹Find your unique voice and teaching style to...

Yoga teachers, this one's for you!!  Investing in a professional yoga photoshoot is worth it for yoga teachers looking to grow their business. It uplevels your energetic game and shows your commitment to your brand. Having beautiful photographs and a standout brand helps you grow faster and attract your ideal clients. I wish I had done more professional photoshoots at the beginning of my business. Now I do them regularly to keep my branding up to date and have the most variety I can to...

Sex dreams don’t mean what you think, nightmares are good for you, and the divine is fueling your transformation as you sleep. Welcome to my conversation with dream analyst and eastern/western archetypes expert, Kari Hohne. According to Kari, when we sleep, our highest self is communicating with us. Everything we see in dreams can fuel our personal evolution. Kari even interprets one of my dreams on the show – and the results are SO spot on. It’s scary! Listen and learn:  🔹 How to identify...

Emotional processing is essential for humans, but our society doesn't value or provide time for it. This is why when you finally have some space, like on a vacation perhaps, you may get hit with a trauma response seemingly out of nowhere. Just like it did for me on my recent trip to Paris. I’m not just talking about the ones we all know, fight, flight, and freeze. There are three more “F”s that belong to that system! Today I want to share with you the DENT(Dynamic Experiential Narrative...

Yogi Bryan is arguably one of the most successful online yoga teachers. And today, he shares his journey of creating a niche brand as a yoga teacher and the success he has achieved on Instagram with me! It all started with a parody yoga Instagram account that led to actually falling in love with yoga, becoming a certified teacher and creating meditation audios and podcasts, which gained popularity and led to wild online growth. We’re talking going from 100,000 to 700,000 followers in just two...

Let’s continue the discussion with my Kundalini University partner Guru Singh on the origins of kundalini yoga and the Yogi Bhajan scandal. PAUSE!! If you haven’t listened to Part 1 of this conversation, go back a few episodes and make sure you listen to that first.  No stone is left unturned in this juicy conversation. In part two we discuss: 🔹Is 3HO actually a cult? 🔹How these teachings can move forward free of Yogi Bhajan? 🔹Kundalini masters outside of Yogi Bhajan… Still have...

As relaxing as your practice can be, it’s also about building that strength and that willpower to keep coming back. But what gives you the motivation to be consistent? In this episode you’ll discover: 🔹How to find your deepest why to help you be consistent with your practice 🔹My top tips to make sure you always get to your mat 🔹Why your practice is “magic” 💫 Interested in my beginner yoga jumpstart program mentioned in today’s episode? Experience the newer version of this course, FREE...

Today, I interview one of my biggest mentors, Elena Brower. I ask her about the tension many of us feel as yoga teachers: How do we honor our own personal practice (which may be morphing away from the style of yoga we’re known for), while still meeting our students' where they are? How do we not feel pigeon-holed by a certain technique or style? And trust our own voice? Listen in as we discuss: 🔹 How Elena’s teaching reached me in the most unexpected of places, changing the trajectory of my...

It's that time of year again. The time to work with the BEST goddess to liberate you from guilt, shame, doubt, fear - KALI! Our  Kali Yoga Challenge starts in just a few days. Let's refresh your memory of this FIERCE goddess of death and rebirth.  She’s profoundly misunderstood. 🔥 Despite how she looks, Kali is not evil - she’s the DESTROYER of evil 🔥 Kali’s entering your life NOW to strip away your illusions, fears and self-destructive tendencies 🔥 She WANTS to plunge you -- deep! --...

Somatic practices have become increasingly popular in recent months. You’ve probably seen something on social media about using somatics to release stored trauma and heal your body. Today we are talking about Somatic Yoga - or what I like to call Embodied Yoga. This amazing practice is all about unlocking your body’s natural intelligence and creating a self guided solution to healing habitual bracing patterns. Listen to learn the difference between traditional and somatic/embodied yoga in...

As a yogi, you may consider yourself a breathwork expert. But my BFF Samantha Skelly wants you to experience the power of breathwork as its own vital modality that’s distinct and separate from your yoga or movement practice. Sam educates us on the difference between integrative and meditative breathwork, the four main breathing patterns she teaches at Pause Breathwork and how to increase our breathing stamina.  Nerd out with us on:  🔹Why breathing through the mouth can be good 🔹How to...