Best Brett Larkin | BrettLarkin.com Podcasts (2024)

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Stop Abandoning Yourself By Leveraging Yoga & Meditation 25:53

3M ago25:53

25:53

This is an episode I recorded for moms, but in reality it applies to anyone experiencing some form of burnout. We are all insanely busy, it’s just the nature of our modern world. That can make it feel impossible to do your yoga ritual or fit self care into your day. Today I want to show you exactly how you can sprinkle some yoga “glitter” on those …

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Social Media as a Vehicle for Your Awakening with Amanda Bucci 48:17

4M ago48:17

48:17

You probably think of social media as “one more thing” that’s stealing your time. Or as “one more thing” you have to DO in your wellness business. But what if instead of another task, it was the ultimate mirror to fuel your personal development and evolution as a healer and leader? Today, I speak with my incredible friend and fellow entrepreneur Am…

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Is Your Masculine/Feminine Energy Balanced? Shiva, Shakti & Polarity Within You 26:05

4M ago26:05

26:05

I recently had the pleasure of speaking with a group of men about the masculine and feminine energies that live within all of us (Shiva/Shakti energy). This episode is full of insightful excerpts from that conversation. You’ll learn: 🔹The difference between masculine and feminine energy and in what situations they should be called upon 🔹What it fee…

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Embodiment, Expression & Femininity with Alexandra Roxo 51:35

4M ago51:35

51:35

💗Get My Free Somatic Yoga Workshop https://www.brettlarkin.com/embodiedyoga?utm_medium=social&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=embodiedyoga Embodiment is the new buzzword and lucky me, I get to have a TRUE embodiment expert on the show today for an extremely juicy convo. My friend Alexandra Roxo and I discuss everything from the repression of emotio…

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Is Hot Yoga Better? Pros & Cons Of A Heated Practice 14:35

4M ago14:35

14:35

✅ Master the Basics of yoga, PDF and Video Guide https://www.brettlarkin.com/masterthebasics?utm_medium=social&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=masterthebasics It's all about the pros and cons of hot yoga. Is it really better for you? In this yoga podcast, I'll be answering a question from my Facebook group which is practicing yoga in a heated room …

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Mingle with the Divine with Biet Simkin 46:27

5M ago46:27

46:27

Raised by a shaman and surrounded by death, Biet Simkin shares her personal journey of overcoming the death of both of her parents, her infant daughter and transforming her life through breathwork, yoga, and meditation. Biet teaches that everyone has the ability to live an expansive and fulfilling life, and she offers practical tools and practices …

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Kriyanology: The Inside Science of Kundalini Sequencing 31:17

5M ago31:17

31:17

🐍 Grab my Free Kundalini Workshop “Refine Your Tune In” https://www.brettlarkin.com/tunein/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=tunein In this episode, Brett explores the mystery of the Polarity Play Kriya, one of the most popular Kundalini Kriyas inside the Uplifted Membership. She delves into the sequencing and significance of the k…

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High School Teacher to Yoga Instructor & Life Coach with Ashlie Franey 34:53

5M ago34:53

34:53

📒 Download My Intake Form to Use with Your Own Yoga Privates - FREE! https://www.brettlarkin.com/intake/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=intake Ever wonder how people with the demands of small children and fulltime jobs launch their dream career? Today, go behind-the-scenes the journey from “high school English teacher” to “yoga i…

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Fear of Judgment: How to Deal with Being Judged as a Yoga Teacher 22:56

5M ago22:56

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📘 Get your free yoga business plan and checklist https://www.brettlarkin.com/businessplan?utm_medium=social&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=businessplan As yoga teachers (or just regular humans!), we’re often forced to put ourselves “out there” where others can judge us – and it can feel terrifying. Maybe you’re terrified to get a negative comment …

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Female Archetypes of Leadership with Anodea Judith Ph.D. 44:02

6M ago44:02

44:02

🐍FREE $67 Feminine Form Yoga Masterclass https://www.brettlarkin.com/ffy?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ffy 🌈 Live Chakra Challenge https://www.brettlarkin.com/chakralive/ Today, I interview one of my personal teachers and mentors, Anodea Judith PhD, about reclaiming female archetypes of leadership. It’s time for women to rise up…

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Slow Down & Do Less 14:29

6M ago14:29

14:29

Pitta and Vata types, this episode is for you! Are you addicted to information? Accomplishing things? Always moving? Very hard on yourself? In this episode I break down 🔹How to overcome the constant need to DO 🔹How to drop into a flow state through slowing down 🔹How to trust yourself that it’s OK to do less Surprisingly, just a tiny bit of nourishm…

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The 7 Chakras as a Tool for Personal Growth 26:06

6M ago26:06

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In this introductory podcast, I provide an overview of the chakra system + how you can use the chakras as a framework for happiness, wholeness and personal growth. Don't forget to sign up (or join Uplifted) for deep dive private podcasts on each individual chakra. In this episode learn: 🔹An introduction to the Chakra System 🔹Why makes the chakras “…

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Toxic Words - The 3 Phrases I Stopped Saying for More Confidence 23:21

6M ago23:21

23:21

Language is a powerful thing. The way you talk to yourself or about yourself shapes your reality, even if what you are saying isn’t true!! Learn what language shifts I have found to be helpful and empowering for transformation and success. In this episode you’ll find: 🔹3 phrases I am no longer saying(they may surprise you) 🔹My biggest reframes and …

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Yoga for Better Sex with Dr. Fanny Leboulanger 53:48

6M ago53:48

53:48

🎁 Free Gift: Embody Abundance Somatic Event I love it when my successful 200 and 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training graduates come onto the show to talk about the incredible work they’re doing. And today’s show does not disappoint since we have a steamy topic - SEX! Today, I interview French physician Fanny Leboulanger about pleasure, sensuality, jade …

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Unraveling the Mystery of Chronic Pain for Yoga Teachers & Practitioners with Kim Patel 47:43

7M ago47:43

47:43

Living with chronic pain can be a nightmare. Teaching a yoga student with chronic pain can feel intimidating. Today, I’m joined by Uplifted 200-Hour and 300-Hour graduate, Kim Patel, to unpack how chronic pain is different from acute pain, and how to work with chronic pain in a yoga context. This fascinating conversation leads us into an in-depth c…

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Strategies to Slay Imposter Syndrome and Share Your Gifts 31:55

7M ago31:55

31:55

🎁Download my Free Yoga Business Plan Feel like you don’t know enough? That no one would ever want to hear what you have to say? Scared to put yourself out there and share your gifts? So many yoga teachers struggle with imposter syndrome. And (bad news) it never goes away. But we can cope and overcome this self-limiting thought pattern. In this epis…

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Biohack Your Body & Diet with Aggie Lal 43:32

7M ago43:32

43:32

Did you know even though you and I are both human, only 10% of our gut is the same?! And that the average woman is exposed to 165 chemicals a day?! These are just some of the fascinating factoids I learned in today’s interview with Aggie Lal. Aggie is a best-selling author with over 1 million followers on Instagram. She’s passionate about making bi…

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What is Samkhya Philosophy and How is it Different from Yoga? 31:21

7M ago31:21

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What is Samkhya philosophy and how is it different from Yoga philosophy? Receive a total breakdown on Samkhya (one of the six schools on Indian philosophy) from Brett in today's value-packed episode. Walk about with an understanding of: 🔹 Purusha/Prakriti and how the world came into being according to Samkhya 🔹 The different parts of our brain acco…

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How Ancient Primal Habits Help You Thrive with Cate Stillman 56:09

8M ago56:09

56:09

🎁 Free Gift: Master the Basics of Yoga Thousands of years ago, our brains were 20% bigger – and my friend and Cate Stillman got curious as to why. Cate’s been teaching yoga and ayurveda for decades, but her most recent book Uninflamed explores 21 anti-inflammatory PRIMAL HABITS to heal, sleep better, intermittent fast, detox, lose weight, feel grea…

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4 Pivots I’m Making in Yoga & Business 25:45

8M ago25:45

25:45

Evolve - Free 20 Day Yoga Challenge: https://www.brettlarkin.com/evolve/ Today I’m sharing four pivots I’m making in both my business and personal life. I hope some of these are helpful or can inspire you! I discuss the importance of focusing on the current of manifestation rather than the current of liberation in your yoga practice. I also emphasi…

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Reinvent Yoga & Yourself in 2024 with Lauren Zander 38:17

8M ago38:17

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✨ MY BOOK YOGA LIFE IS OUT! brettlarkin.com/yogalife ✨ We’re on the precipice of the New Year. It’s the perfect time to reflect on what yoga means to you, how to start or (re)start your practice… and convince everyone you love to do the same. It’s also the first episode in which I am a published author with my book YOGA LIFE available worldwide! To…

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Model Yoga in Your Family with Sophie Jaffe 46:01

8M ago46:01

46:01

Do you want to give yourself more grace and compassion (but are plagued with guilt and martyrdom)? Do you want to speak kindly to yourself, your kids, and partner? Do you want to leverage your yoga tools, even when you have no time? Or “be the change” by modeling yoga and mindfulness for your family? Learn how to do all these things with my friend …

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How to Earn 6 Figures on Yoga Retreats with Christa Janine and Piper Sandifer 55:15

9M ago55:15

55:15

Thinking of attending or hosting a yoga retreat this upcoming season? Don’t miss this episode with insane tips!!! Listen to ensure your next trip is pleasurable, profitable and leaves your students wanting another. Planning a yoga retreat can seem overwhelming at first. But in my recent Uplifted masterclass for yoga teachers, we touched on all the …

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How to Get an Agent, Write Your Wellness Book and Make a Bigger Impact 34:12

9M ago34:12

34:12

Ever dreamed of writing a novel, memoir, your own health and wellness guide, cookbook or yoga book? In today’s episode, I take you behind-the-scenes on EVERYTHING you’d ever want to know by sharing the behind-the-scenes story of my upcoming book YOGA LIFE (pre-order here). I detail every step of my process so you can learn from my mistakes! Listen …

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Sequence Better Yoga Classes with Kassandra Reinhardt 44:51

9M ago44:51

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Let’s dive into the art of yoga sequencing with my friend and fellow Yoga Youtuber, Kassandra Reinhardt. Kassandra has over 2.3 million subscribers, in part because she makes her classes SO accessible. Ready to see how she does it? Today, go behind the scenes on how she plans her sequences, what to do when things don’t go according to plan, and the…

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Yogi’s Holiday Gift Guide - Everything to Ask for & Receive this Season 24:37

9M ago24:37

24:37

📘 Grab Brett’s book YOGA LIFE here https://amzn.to/3FFM096 or anywhere books are sold 🎁 Claim book pre-order bonuses here https://www.brettlarkin.com/yoga-life-book/ Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the insanity of the whole holiday season is just around the corner. If you don’t know what to ask for, give, or need ideas for yogic stocking stuffers, y…

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Burnout, Loss & the Yoga of Parenting with Sarah Ezrin 41:47

10M ago41:47

41:47

Candid conversation alert! Cozy up with me and my friend Sarah Ezrin where we talk about teaching yoga, being moms and why we strengthen our nervous systems by visualizing our children falling from the monkey bars at playgrounds while performing pranayama techniques (not kidding!). Sarah started out working in the adrenaline-fueled film industry. T…

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Redefining “Sadhana” - 3 Key Tips 26:50

10M ago26:50

26:50

Does your daily practice feel stagnant? Or like “hard work”? Maybe you’ve lost the joy. Or you’re struggling to find consistency. Perhaps yoga and meditation feel like another thing “to do.” If any of the above describe you, this episode is here to knock your socks off. It’s time to redefine the idea of “sadhana,” shift into devotion, realize you’r…

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Crystals and Tarot for Yogis with Deb Bowen and Samantha Fey 43:10

10M ago43:10

43:10

Do you want to create more ritual and ceremony into your yoga practice? Are you looking for ways to slow down and connect with your intuition? Ever been curious about crystals and tarot? This is the episode for you! Today I teamed up with Deb Bowen and Samantha Fey from the Psychic Teachers Podcast to bring you all the details about how to make you…

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Is Yoga Enough…? with Dr. Jen Fraboni 44:26

10M ago44:26

44:26

You love yoga, but every modality has limitations. Does yoga provide everything we need for optimal health and graceful aging? Let’s investigate… Today, I interview my friend Dr. Jen Fraboni (who you may know as the infamous @DocJenFit on Instagram) about yoga’s potential shortcomings. Not only do we dissect yoga’s pitfalls, we tell you exactly how…

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How to Love Your [Broken, Dark and Angry] Self with Katie Silcox 45:51

10M ago45:51

45:51

EPIC conversation alert!!! Today I get *in it* with one of my visionary friends, Katie Silcox, founder of Shakti School. Through concrete examples like online dating, your dog getting bitten, your husband’s obsession with drainage and house maintenance, Katie and I weave deep lessons on tantra, polarity and somatics. Listen and learn: 🔹Why somatic …

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Dismantling the Kleshas - The Actual Aim of Yoga 36:07

11M ago36:07

36:07

I bet you thought the goal of yoga was to achieve samadhi or enlightenment, right? WRONG. More precisely, yoga is about dismantling the 5 kleshas (obstacles) which prevent us from realizing that samadhi (bliss) is our natural state. Deep dive with me into eleven critical epithets: Verses 2.1 to 2.11 of the Yoga Sutras, where I’ll give the often ove…

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Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Summary - BOOK TWO Explained 43:02

11M ago43:02

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Ready to get an easy-to-understand debrief of all the sutras, weighing various translators, while comparing and contrasting translations - AGAIN? It’s time for our Yoga Sutra reading party, this time with BOOK TWO (Sadhana Pada). I’ll read each and every sutra, providing more than just one translation. I’ll give you my high-level interpretation, st…

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Grief as a Potent Healer with Kris Carr 49:24

11M ago49:24

49:24

During my father’s cancer battle, I stayed busy. After he died, I refused to grieve for fear of completely breaking down. If only I had Kris Carr’s incredible new book on mourning which we dive deep into in this week’s episode. You may know Kris as a best-selling author and wellness leader, who’s been thriving with stage IV cancer for more than 20 …

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The Pelvis: Your Seat of Power & Embodiment with Lara Heimann 49:18

11M ago49:18

49:18

Join me as we discuss embodiment from a neurodevelopmental perspective with incredible physical therapist Lara Heiman. Do you love sinking into a low lunge? Lingering in hip openers? Flowing through feel-good movements? (My hand is raised!) While all of this is okay, our most sophisticated practice develops when we prioritize stability over mobilit…

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Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Summary - BOOK ONE Explained 38:21

12M ago38:21

38:21

Ever wish you could get an easy-to-understand debrief of all the sutras, weighing various translators, while comparing and contrasting translations? Join me in today’s episode for a Patanjali BOOK ONE (Samadhi Pada) Yoga Sutras extravaganza! I’ll read each and every sutra, providing more than just one translation. I’ll give you my high-level interp…

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When “High Vibe” Goes Wrong with Tracy Litt 42:03

12M ago42:03

42:03

We hear so often that you should “embody the next best version of yourself” and then “become it.” BUT HOW? Especially when your current reality is *nothing like* the reality you're attempting to manifest. Or there’s zero proof of things going your way? Buckle up for this deep exploration of identity, adversity and emotion with one of my favorite co…

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Trauma Conscious Kundalini Yoga with Katrina Marie 35:49

12M ago35:49

35:49

“Trauma informed” Kundalini Yoga may sound like an oxymoron. Today, we unpack why and what to do about it. I’m joined by Uplifted Lead Teacher Trainer, E-RYT 500+ Katrina Marie, who has a background in biological sciences, somatics, and a deep love of yoga, especially Kundalini. She is the author of a meditative trauma healing journal for women, a …

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What are Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras - What Every Yogi Should Know 20:45

1y ago20:45

20:45

If you’ve ever done a Yoga Teacher Training or are looking to do one, you’ve most likely heard about the Yoga Sutras by Patanjali as part of the teacher training. Hey, maybe you’ve even heard me mention them once or twice (I talk about them a lot!) You may wonder “Why?” or even, “What in the heck are these Yoga Sutras?!”. Well, that’s what we’re go…

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What Is a Kundalini Awakening - 3 Big Takeaways 26:56

1y ago26:56

26:56

Kundalini yoga is a deeply spiritual practice. In fact, many say that the Kundalini process can lead to a spiritual awakening. And while spiritual enlightenment sounds like a really good thing, it can come with a whole lot of intense experiences (headaches, nausea, YUCK). The way that yoga talks about this spiritual experience is through the Kundal…

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How to Earn $10k Month Teaching Yoga Online with Arielle Castillo 47:43

1y ago47:43

47:43

Yoga teachers are poor! Right?! WRONG! Today, I interview one of my Uplifted 300-Hour Alumni, Arielle Castillo, about how she kicked her yoga career into high gear, and started earning $10K a month within three years of graduation. Arielle holds nothing back. She takes up step-by-step through her career change, discovering her niche, the trial-and-…

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How to Bring Mindfulness Outdoors and Allow Nature to Heal You with Andrea Roozekrans 32:46

1y ago32:46

32:46

My guest today leveraged yoga to overcome 17 orthopedic surgeries and regain her mobility so she could do what she loved – hike, backpack and garden. Did you know our connection to nature is a profound tool in our healing journey? Yet nature is a tool that most yogis and yoga teachers completely overlook. Today, we hear Andrea’s inspiring yoga tran…

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Revealing…! My BOOK, the TITLE, the MISSION 23:36

1y ago23:36

23:36

Here’s what no one ever tells you: Yoga was always meant to be profoundly personal. A yoga practice adapted uniquely to you is *twice* as potent as a generic group class that’s one-size-fits-all. In a world with personalized medicine and personalized nutrition, of course you should have your own personalized yoga ritual. This is how yoga was always…

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What is Kriya Yoga? How Does it Work? 24:21

1y ago24:21

24:21

What is Kriya Yoga? It depends who you ask! In this episode, I work to demystify this term. We look at how “kriya yoga” is interpreted by 🔹 Paramhansa Yogananda 🔹 Ayurveda 🔹 Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras In this episode we talk about Yoga Sutra 2.1 and why I’m obsessed with this idea of “yoga in action” alluded to by “kriya yoga.” Jumping from a bas…

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The Yoga of Setting Boundaries - 3 Actionable Tips 21:36

1y ago21:36

21:36

I used to hear the word “boundary” and thought that it meant putting up an energetic brick wall. This was not fun (and not feasible). In today’s episode, I share practical tips about what I’ve learned on setting and holding boundaries with an open heart. Most of us have been conditioned to think that “boundaries = confrontation” and even physically…

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Killing the Self Care Buzzword 28:27

1y ago28:27

28:27

Ugh… that annoying “self care” word again. It’s overused. We know we should be doing it. But what is it really? Today, I attempt to dissect and lift the veil on what self care truly means (hint, it’s not just bubble baths). Listen and discover: 🔹The two-pronged “carrot and stick” approach to self care and how this relates back to the Yoga Sutras 🔹W…

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On Trauma, Ketamine & Being a Youtube Star with Sarah Beth Yoga 52:00

1y ago52:00

52:00

Influencer burnout, overwhelm, childhood trauma, ketamine — no stone is left unturned in this juicy conversation with me and one of my yoga BFFs, Sarah Beth of Sarah Beth Yoga. Tune in to today’s episode to discover: 🔹 How to use your yoga practice to process and alchemize your past. 🔹 Why yoga helps with healing unresolved trauma, stress and hards…

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Overcome Self Sabotage Using Yoga & Energetics 34:29

1y ago34:29

34:29

Ever felt like you’ve unlocked a new level of happiness or success… only to have everything come crashing down around you? That’s because we self sabotage when we leave our energetic comfort zone. For many of us (sadly) we’re *more* comfortable with lower, negative vibrations than the higher ones we’re ascending toward. Today, we unpack how this wo…

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Dive into Kali’s Dark, Ferocious Love 20:29

1y ago20:29

20:29

The BEST goddess to liberate you from guilt, shame, doubt, fear? KALI! Our Kali Yoga Challenge starts in just a few days. Kali is the 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 sel…

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What is the Kundalini Serpent? The Major Misunderstandings Demystified 20:23

1y ago20:23

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Let’s talk SNAKES! 🐍 And join me for the upcoming Kali Yoga Challenge. You may know that Kundalini has been historically represented through the symbol of the serpent, but why? Why a snake? As most ancient yogic translations, it all starts with Sanskrit. The translation of “Kundalini Shakti” from Sanskrit to English is “Serpent Power”. This coincid…

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