The Uplifted Yoga Podcast

Stressed out by the rapidly approaching holiday season? Today, we continue our conversation with Martina Fink about how can stay grounded, blissful and balanced during this important time of year. We discuss which chakras are best to focus on during this holiday period, how to best schedule our time, give and receive gifts, and make time for self-care. Martina also shares with us her ultimate mindset hack for a happy holiday season. Listen for inspiration on how to stay balanced this December!

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Martina Fink is the go-to girl for all things Glow. Her mission is to help others by sharing her love of natural beauty products, sustainable living, maintaining a healthy body and mindset and promoting self-love and confidence. She offers a couple of different glow inspired coaching programs, hosts luxury retreats around the world, and travels with her clients. Martina is a certified Health Coach by the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and thrives on helping others live a sustainable and glowing life.

Special Guest: martinafink.com

www.instagram.com/martinaglows

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

New yoga series ELEMENTAL all about the lower 4 chakras: www.brettlarkin.com/elemental

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

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The Throat Chakra is often overlooked. Today, we deep dive into how you can heal this important energy center. Together with yoga teacher and health coach, Martina Fink, we cover: How to know if you have an imbalance in this area, tips and tricks to bring balance to Vishuddha chakra, and how to speak up for yourself. Martina shares with us her personal experience working with this area as part of her own personal development. Listen to learn more!

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Martina Fink is the go-to girl for all things Glow. Her mission is to help others by sharing her love of natural beauty products, sustainable living, maintaining a healthy body and mindset and promoting self-love and confidence. She offers a couple of different glow inspired coaching programs, hosts luxury retreats around the world, and travels with her clients. Martina is a certified Health Coach by the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and thrives on helping others live a sustainable and glowing life.

Special Guest: martinafink.com

www.instagram.com/martinaglows

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

New yoga series ELEMENTAL all about the lower 4 chakras: www.brettlarkin.com/elemental

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Support the Show:

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The past three weeks, I've been experiencing the best sleep of my life. Find out why and how you can do this too in today's new episode. I cover: Side sleeping versus lying on your back. Special pillow arrangements for your head (and knees). Restless eye syndrome and how you might not know you have it. Retraining your spine to sleep in anatomical neutral, and more! Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 205: Why You Can't Skip Savasana with Judith Hanson Lasater

Brett's Zen Morning Routine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7U5n-My1Eo

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Brett is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life - on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive Online Yoga Teacher Training program. She teaches to a social media following of over 300K people. Her content on Youtube is streamed for 2 million minutes each month. Learn more at BrettLarkin.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

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In this podcast, I share how journaling can compliment your yoga practice. Listen to my exact steps on how to journal to improve your life and channel your deep inner wisdom. I also share details about the new 2019 Uplifted Yoga Journal. Download sample pages at UpliftedJournal.com

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Brett is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life - on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive Online Yoga Teacher Training program. She teaches to a social media following of over 300K people. Her content on Youtube is streamed for 2 million minutes each month. Learn more at BrettLarkin.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes! Not sure how? Follow the steps at www.sivanaspirit.com/review

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Learn to calm down, slow down, and make more time in your day with these 3 techniques I've been using successfully. Great reminders as we head into the craziness of the holiday season!

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Brett is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life - on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive Online Yoga Teacher Training program. She teaches to a social media following of over 300K people. Her content on Youtube is streamed for 2 million minutes each month. Learn more at BrettLarkin.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes! Not sure how? Follow the steps at www.sivanaspirit.com/review

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Let's dive into the philosophy of Karma. I had so many amazing "AHA" moments in this episode! Ken reviews what Vedic astrology is and the philosophy behind Jyotish. He then dives into the philosophy of Karma. He tells us how Karma is created and released according to the Vedas. Learn what remedial measures you can use to change your Karma? Discover the issues with gemstones as it related to your Vedic astrology chart. You'll never think about jewelry the same way again!

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Ken is a Vedic Astrologer. He has a deep understanding of Vedic Astrology and where it comes from, and is able to apply it in a way that is relevant and helpful in the modern world. In today's episode, he will be telling us about what Vedic Astrology is and how it can help you in your life. We will be going through how Vedic Astrology relates to karma, how it is unique from Western Astrology, and how it can help you understand yourself better and improve your life.

Special Guests: Ken Reads Jyotish

http://www.kenreadsjyotish.com/sivana-podcast.html 10% off Vedic astrology reading for Sivana podcast listeners

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

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What is Vedic Astrology? Find out in today's podcast episode with Vedic astrologer Ken Jyotish. We cover: How is Vedic Astrology different from Western Astrology? How it works with archetypes and Hindu deities? How is it an aligning tool for our lives? Ken teaches us about Nakshatras – the 9 additional constellations in the Vedic tradition. We also look at Meghan Markle's chart to demonstrate the Nakshatras in action. Don't miss this fascinating episode.

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Ken is a Vedic Astrologer. He has a deep understanding of Vedic Astrology and where it comes from, and is able to apply it in a way that is relevant and helpful in the modern world. In today's episode, he will be telling us about what Vedic Astrology is and how it can help you in your life. We will be going through how Vedic Astrology relates to karma, how it is unique from Western Astrology, and how it can help you understand yourself better and improve your life.

Special Guests: Ken Reads Jyotish

http://www.kenreadsjyotish.com/sivana-podcast.html 10% off Vedic astrology reading for Sivana podcast listeners

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes! Not sure how? Follow the steps at www.sivanaspirit.com/review

Screenshot your review and send it to info@brettlarkin.com and I'll send you my favorite affirmations and journaling prompts as a free PDF! Thanks for your support!

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The past three weeks, I've been experiencing the best sleep of my life. Find out why and how you can do this too in today's new episode. I cover: Side sleeping versus lying on your back. Special pillow arrangements for your head (and knees). Restless eye syndrome and how you might not know you have it. Retraining your spine to sleep in anatomical neutral, and more! Mentioned in this episode:

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Brett is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life - on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive Online Yoga Teacher Training program. She teaches to a social media following of over 300K people. Her content on Youtube is streamed for 2 million minutes each month. Learn more at BrettLarkin.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes! Not sure how? Follow the steps at www.sivanaspirit.com/review

Screenshot your review and send it to info@brettlarkin.com and I'll send you my favorite affirmations and journaling prompts as a free PDF! Thanks for your support!

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Jenna and Amber from the Mother Loving Future Show and Brett discuss: The Magic of Mirroring, the Law of Attraction and how to say goodbye to guilt in relationships (once and for all). We use this episode to explore the premise: Are ALL our relationships an opportunity to heal? Jenna, Brett and Amber share all the hacks that have worked in their own relationships. Many of these might work for you too!

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Jenna and Amber from the Mother Loving Future Show. On their podcast these ladies cover self-healing, connection to spirit, deeper relationships, mindful parenting, passion pursuit and everything cosmic. They are dedicated to inspiring others to look deeper at themselves and join the wave headed toward the new world of oneness consciousness.

Special Guests: Amber L'Estrange and Jenna Pennrose

www.themotherlovingfuture.com @themotherlovingfuture

Mentioned relationship podcast: http://www.themotherlovingfuture.com/podcast/7-twin-flame

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes! Not sure how? Follow the steps at www.sivanaspirit.com/review

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Continuing our conversation with best-selling author and Ayurvedic nutritionist, Sahara Rose, we now take the plunge into understanding the Gunas. Just like there are three Doshas—Vata, Pitta and Kapha—in Ayurveda there are also three cosmic forces, which are the subtler forms of each Dosha—prana, tejas, and ojas. These energies are present in the foods you eat, and consuming foods that are high in prana, tejas, or ojas can bring those energies into your body. After Sahara educates us about the Gunas, I quiz her on what tools we need at home to make Ayruvedic recipes in our modern kitchen. The go-to kitchen tools she loves may surprise you!

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Sahara Rose is the best-selling author of the Idiot's Guide to Ayurveda, which is the #1 best-selling Ayurveda book globally and the upcoming Eat Feel Fresh: A Plant-Based Ayurvedic Cookbook. She has been called "a leading voice for the millennial generation into the new paradigm shift" by Deepak Chopra, who wrote the foreword of both her titles.

Special Guest: Sahara Rose

https://www.iamsahararose.com/

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

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Best-selling author and Ayurvedic nutritionist, Sahara Rose, loved the wisdom of the Ayurvedic diet for its intuitive and customizable nature, but longed to make it more alkaline, plant-based, and low-glycemic. Today, she tells us about her journey reviving this ancient science for a modern, alkaline kitchen. Since the Doshas so often steal the show in any conversation about Ayurveda, I ask Sahara to educate us about the Six Tastes of Ayurveda instead. We demystify terms like "Pungent" and "Astringent" and learn how you can cook one Ayurvedic meal that will feed your whole family, even if everyone has a different predominate Dosha! Listen to learn more.

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Sahara Rose is the best-selling author of the Idiot's Guide to Ayurveda, which is the #1 best-selling Ayurveda book globally and the upcoming Eat Feel Fresh: A Plant-Based Ayurvedic Cookbook. She has been called "a leading voice for the millennial generation into the new paradigm shift" by Deepak Chopra, who wrote the foreword of both her titles.

Special Guest: Sahara Rose

https://www.iamsahararose.com/

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Support the Show:

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Today's episode continues our fascinating journey into Feng Shui best practices with Amanda Gates, Professional Interior Designer and long-time Feng Shui Practitioner. I was stunned in this episode to find out that the position of your stove could be directly contributing to anxiety, for you and your family! Find out what you can do to fix it (in less than five minutes). Amanda also gives us and more quick tips, explains the importance of layout in her job, and tells us incredible stories of how she's seen Feng Shui change lives.

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Amanda is a professionally trained Interior Designer, Feng Shui Practitioner, podcaster, and award-winning blogger. She has seamlessly married interior design and Feng Shui for 20 years to help clients achieve designs that are energy aligned. Her designs, educational videos and blogs have been featured in numerous publications including The Huffington Post, The Global Design Post, People Magazine, Nashville Home and Garden, Williamson Source, At Home Tennessee, Greater Nashville House and Home, The Brentwood Home Magazine and recently Fox News Magazine. Since college, Amanda has furthered her education in Feng Shui/Energy Design and continues to work under a Grand Master to this day.

Special Guest: Amanda Gates

www.gatesinteriordesign.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

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Feeling stagnant? Low energy? Today we talk with Professional Interior Designer and long-time Feng Shui Practitioner Amanda Gates about Feng Shui, and how to use it to shift the flow of energy in your home IMMEDIATELY. Your home contributes to your vital life energy in unseen ways, and today Amanda gives us a powerful teaching to revitalize your home's energy. It involves your front door, and takes mere minutes to try and see for yourself!

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Amanda is a professionally trained Interior Designer, Feng Shui Practitioner, podcaster, and award-winning blogger. She has seamlessly married interior design and Feng Shui for 20 years to help clients achieve designs that are energy aligned. Her designs, educational videos and blogs have been featured in numerous publications including The Huffington Post, The Global Design Post, People Magazine, Nashville Home and Garden, Williamson Source, At Home Tennessee, Greater Nashville House and Home, The Brentwood Home Magazine and recently Fox News Magazine. Since college, Amanda has furthered her education in Feng Shui/Energy Design and continues to work under a Grand Master to this day.

Special Guest: Amanda Gates

www.gatesinteriordesign.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes! Not sure how? Follow the steps at www.sivanaspirit.com/review

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Desire to teach but feel afraid, not good enough, judged? Considering Yoga Teacher Training, but not sure if you're truly ready? Listen to this podcast for a dose of inspiration, encouragement, as well as practical tips for those of you who are already teachers. You'll never think about teaching yoga the same way again!

Mentioned in this episode:

Online 200-Hour and Continuing Education with Brett: www.brettlarkin.com/train

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Brett is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life - on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive Online Yoga Teacher Training program. She teaches to a social media following of over 300K people. Her content on Youtube is streamed for 2 million minutes each month. Learn more at www.BrettLarkin.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes! Not sure how? Follow the steps at www.sivanaspirit.com/review

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Loneliness is the modern disease of the technology world. Despite what we showcase on social media, we all experience loss, loneliness, and grief. We often don't know how to channel these emotions or where to look to for support. In today's episode, Ayurvedic consultant Akshata Sheelvant shares ancient yogic wisdom from the Vedas and Bhagavad Gita on grief. Learn what grief and loneliness is according to the science of Ayurveda – and how to rebalance your energy. Akshata also tells us her personal story. We learn the variety of emotions (and familial conflict) she went through after losing both of her parents in the span of 18 months. She shares with us how she felt orphaned and victimized, before transforming her suffering into a deep spiritual connection that helped her find her dharma. Listen to learn more.

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Akshata Sheelvant is an Ayurveda/Yoga Lifestyle Consultant. Her passion is to help women balance lifestyle disorders with an Ayurveda and Yoga lifestyle. She specializes in crafting food medicine for Hormone Balance, Thyroid Health, Digestives Issues, Diabetes Management, Preventative Lifestyle. She offers 1-1 consultations and workshops/classes for clients all over the world.

Special Guest: Akshata Sheelvant

Root Your Root Chakra Free Workshop:

https://www.jeevalifestyle.com/root-your-root-chakra

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

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Need to compose your bio for your website, studios, directories like Yelp? Whether you're a yoga teacher, massage therapist or in another field in the healing arts, listen to this first!

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Brett is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life - on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive Online Yoga Teacher Training program. She teaches to a social media following of over 300K people. Her content on Youtube is streamed for 2 million minutes each month. Learn more at BrettLarkin.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes! Not sure how? Follow the steps at www.sivanaspirit.com/review

Screenshot your review and send it to info@brettlarkin.com and I'll send you my favorite affirmations and journaling prompts as a free PDF! Thanks for your support!

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Do you dread being approached by network marketers? Or perhaps you've considered joining a MLM to help support your wellness business with essential oils or supplements? Regardless of what camp you're in, you're going to want to listen to this episode with mom, yogini and network marketer, Bec Hilton. We dissect why network marketing makes so many people feel icky. We talk about the perceptions, judgments and opportunities in this industry. We also answer the biggest question – what are the pros and cons of joining an MLM as a yogi, massage therapist or healer? How do we interweave yoga, business and spirituality? Listen to find out more.

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Bec Hilton aka "Diverging Yogi" moves around the globe frequently with two young sons and an amazing Hubby. Yoga has long been Bec's "go-to" in forming connections with people, cultures and places as she journeys to locations near and far. Bec Hilton brands herself as the Diverging Yogi as she applies the "teachings of yoga*" off the sticky-mat and into her Skincare Business and utilizes the freedom (time, and money) it provides to focus her energy on Karma Yoga! Bec's passion project is teaching yoga at a RefugeeCentre for Women, actually unrecognized Refugees (Refugees in Malaysia have no legal status). She describes it as soul rewarding and attributes the freedom to be able to offer Karma Yoga to her Personal Development disguised as her Skincare Business.

Special Guest: Bec Hilton

www.bechilton.com

Email me at: bechiltonrandf@gmail.com Use Subject line: Free Yoga + Journaling Class!

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

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All I can say about this unique, experiential episode is WOW. This week we're continuing our conversation with spiritual Medium Bree Melanson, who teaches me how to "muscle test," and you get to follow along at home. Muscle testing can help you intuit where your limiting beliefs lie, using your body as a gauge. This third-eye-opening, centering exercise is so easy to do on your own (not while driving!) and will open your mind and heart to subconscious patterns that may be hindering you. I was so surprised by this wild episode and I'm sure you will be too!

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Not your conventional psychic, Bree Melanson offers accessible and soul-inspiring spiritual straight-talk as a medium and direct channel to help unfold individual and collective potential. Bree uses her personal journey to her inner knowing and her experience of navigating a series of life bumps and trust falls with the Universe as the foundation for supporting others in connecting with their own innate psychic abilities. She offers a real, raw, and contemporary approach to empowering others to live in their purpose through connecting with their guides, clearing limiting beliefs, having real conversations with the soul and experiencing the ease and freedom of living in alignment with their purpose. Now teaching and speaking to international communities online and in-person, and balancing her time in Big Sur, CA, Bree has more soulful tools in her pocket than you can shake a smudge stick at. And, she keeps it human while casually talking to angels and light beings...NBD.

Special Guest: Bree Melanson

www.breemelanson.com www.instagram.com/bree_melanson

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Support the Show:

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What if everything exists for your soul's evolution? What if difficulties around money, love, and health could be transformed with a simple shift in perspective? In today's truly transformational episode we talk with spiritual interpreter and medium Bree Melanson, who is not your conventional psychic! Bree offers accessible and soul-inspiring straight-talk about the deeper reasons for our personal suffering, and how these problems are not always what they seem. What would happen if you told a different story about your life? Listen and find out!

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Not your conventional psychic, Bree Melanson offers accessible and soul-inspiring spiritual straight-talk as a medium and direct channel to help unfold individual and collective potential. Bree uses her personal journey to her inner knowing and her experience of navigating a series of life bumps and trust falls with the Universe as the foundation for supporting others in connecting with their own innate psychic abilities. She offers a real, raw, and contemporary approach to empowering others to live in their purpose through connecting with their guides, clearing limiting beliefs, having real conversations with the soul and experiencing the ease and freedom of living in alignment with their purpose. Now teaching and speaking to international communities online and in-person, and balancing her time in Big Sur, CA, Bree has more soulful tools in her pocket than you can shake a smudge stick at. And, she keeps it human while casually talking to angels and light beings...NBD.

Special Guest: Bree Melanson

www.breemelanson.com www.instagram.com/bree_melanson

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

Support the Show:

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Josh, founder of the "The Detox Dudes," holds nothing back in this episode as we talk about all things detoxification. We cover: colon cleansing, charcoal, avoidance diets, spring versus distilled water, sunlight, and dozens of tips Josh learned in his 4 year journey detoxing from severe mercury poisoning. Josh tells us he's, "Certain that heavy metal toxicity and parasites are responsible for the massive scale of loneliness, depression, hunger, war, and violence we endure today." While the idea of detoxing our bodies and our homes can be overwhelming, Josh breaks down the most important action steps he suggests we take. There are lots of gold nuggets about how to best heal our digestive tract (and colon!) in this uncensored episode.

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Josh Macin – "This detox program feels like I am sitting on a pot of gold. Like I'm holding a universal secret and it wants to explode out of me. This universal secret has been a cumulative effort of my own three years of forced schooling, working directly with pioneers in the health world, and from the countless hours studying the public work of several different world-class detox doctors. The amount of cumulative suffering that went into this program is probably equivalent to that of a small impoverished country. The amount of time deciphering the truth runs into hundreds of thousands of hours, and the amount of money spent is well into the millions. Through everything, I have learned that detox is more of an art than a science."

Special Guest: Josh Macin

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Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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I connected with Josh through a mutual friend. After checking out his website and Youtube channel, I knew immediately that his story needed to be shared. Today, Josh shares how he went from competing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, winning world championships, to a state of extreme physical pain and suicidal thoughts in the span of only two weeks. After trying all traditional psychotherapies, with extreme physical pain and inflammation all over his body, Josh traveled deep into the Amazon to explore other realms via plant medicines – hoping for a miracle cure. Unraveling the mystery behind his sudden illness will have you at the edge of your chair. Don't miss this powerful story!

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Josh Macin – "This detox program feels like I am sitting on a pot of gold. Like I'm holding a universal secret and it wants to explode out of me. This universal secret has been a cumulative effort of my own three years of forced schooling, working directly with pioneers in the health world, and from the countless hours studying the public work of several different world-class detox doctors. The amount of cumulative suffering that went into this program is probably equivalent to that of a small impoverished country. The amount of time deciphering the truth runs into hundreds of thousands of hours, and the amount of money spent is well into the millions. Through everything, I have learned that detox is more of an art than a science."

Special Guest: Josh Macin

https://thedetoxdudes.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAge2qdCzQ8DepPl39u-zdA

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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I've always wanted to learn more about Reiki energy work, and today's episode is a deep dive into this universal healing energy. How is Reiki transmitted? How does it heal, and who might benefit from it? We talk to Reiki Master Kristi Kuttner about how she performs Reiki, and the surprising way she learned to sense energy! We'll also talk about the incredible benefits of Reiki to your yoga practice, and what to expect when you receive Reiki healing.

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Kristi is the founder of Sittin' Pretty Still, which sells beautiful and unique products that encourage you to practice self-care, meditation and yoga. Sittin' Pretty Still carries hand-poured clean burning soy candles with a secret positive mantra inside and luxurious star-shaped meditation cushions made from vibrant high-end fabrics that are the perfect shape to support your hips and spine. She is also a certified yin yoga and meditation instructor, Reiki master teacher and a nap activist! Kristi teaches weekly classes in La Jolla, CA and leads trainings and workshops in Reiki energy healing and yin yoga. She loves to help people "Pause frequently and smile often."

Special Guest: Kristi Kuttner

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If you have a hard time saying no without feeling guilty, this is the episode for you! Today we get to talk to Reiki master teacher and yin yoga teacher Kristi Kuttner about self-care as inner work, not just outer -- starting with how to say no without apologizing! We also discuss finding the balance between self-discipline and self-care, and tips and tricks for getting on the mat, without pushing yourself. Learn how to fit self-care into your yoga practice, and give your body what it needs without overdoing it.

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Kristi is the founder of Sittin' Pretty Still, which sells beautiful and unique products that encourage you to practice self-care, meditation and yoga. Sittin' Pretty Still carries hand-poured clean burning soy candles with a secret positive mantra inside and luxurious star-shaped meditation cushions made from vibrant high-end fabrics that are the perfect shape to support your hips and spine. She is also a certified yin yoga and meditation instructor, Reiki master teacher and a nap activist! Kristi teaches weekly classes in La Jolla, CA and leads trainings and workshops in Reiki energy healing and yin yoga. She loves to help people "Pause frequently and smile often."

Special Guest: Kristi Kuttner

www.sittinprettystill.com IG @sittinprettystill

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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What is gluten? What's it affect on each dosha? Examine the gluten-free diet from a yogic perspective with ayurvedic practitioner Akshata Sheelvant. We cover: Why gluten is heavy to digest. How eliminating gluten for certain body-types could eliminate the good bacteria in your gut. A simple checklist of things to consider when thinking about going gluten free. If you're interested in Ayurveda, you'll love diving deeper in this episode.

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Akshata (Akee) Sheelvant is an Ayurveda/Yoga Lifestyle Consultant living in Phoenix, USA. She is a RYT certified yoga teacher studied with Yogrishi Vishvketu in Rishikesh, India. Akshata is also a disciple of her Guru Paramahansa Yogananda and has been practicing his yoga & meditation teachings for more than 20 years. Akshata has used the scientific wisdom of classical Ayurveda and practice of authentic Hatha Yoga to successfully regulated her hypothyroidism without any medication or hormones. The saying 'let food be thy medicine' is a living mantra in her personal life, she brings her practical knowledge of Ayurveda and Yoga in her 1-1 consultations, online webinars, workshops. Her forte is crafting multi-cuisine nutritiously delicious "food-medicine" which is customized to clients unique body constitution. She specializes in helping her clients for endocrine health, diabetes management, weight issues, hormone balance, digestive issues.

Special Guest: Akshata Sheelvant

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Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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If you're not euphoric about how AMAZING Savasana feels, listen up! Lying on your mat is sometimes NOT enough. In this episode, I share all my tips on how to have an earth-shatteringly, sumptuous Savasana experience. This is based on weeks of trail and error in my own practice. We talk about props, pillows, blankets, hacks, anatomical tricks, music, scents and so much more. YOU deserve an orgasmic Savasana experience every day of your life. Here's how to get there!

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Brett is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life - on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive Online Yoga Teacher Training program. She teaches to a social media following of over 300K people. Her content on Youtube is streamed for 3 million minutes each month. Learn more at BrettLarkin.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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You're probably familiar with the idea of bringing yoga off the mat and into your personal life and relationships, but can we also bring yoga philosophy into the office?! Today, Awilda Rivera – yoga teacher, coach, and former lawyer – unpacks each of the yamas and niyamas with creative ideas on how to bring these concepts into your workday. These concepts can drastically improve your corporate life, even if you hate your job! We cover: Each of the Yamas and Niyamas. How to practice them in an office setting. How to initiate a career change with positive appreciation for your current job. Listen to learn more.

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Awilda Rivera is a yoga teacher, success coach, spiritual advisor and former lawyer. Learn more at www.AwildaRivera.com

Special Guest: Awilda Rivera

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Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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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, and how to drop into a flow state through slowing down and trusting yourself that it's OK to do less. Surprisingly, just a tiny but of nourishment can go a long way.

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Brett is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life - on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive Online Yoga Teacher Training program. She teaches to a social media following of over 300K people. Her content on Youtube is streamed for 2 million minutes each month. Learn more at BrettLarkin.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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"Yoga can be a spiritual pressure cooker!" says today's guest, Awilda Rivera. If you've cried, lost your temper or experienced intense emotions as your practice, it's OK! Awilda shares with us her top three tips on how to coach ourselves through those rough moments in class. Commitment, patience and humor all play a role. This episode outlines the exact techniques you can try.

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Awilda Rivera is a yoga teacher, success coach, spiritual advisor and former lawyer. Learn more at www.AwildaRivera.com

Special Guest: Awilda Rivera

www.AwildaRivera.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Ever feel overwhelmed by the incredible amount of content on the Sivana Podcast? Me too! This show features so many amazing experts with so many gold-nuggets of wisdom. I've conducted over 100 interviews! I decided to create a summary episode of the top ten lifestyle changes I've personally made as a result of the Sivana podcast. I'm a busy wife, mother, entrepreneur and yogini. These are all things I've actually been able to integrate into my life consistently. If I can do it, you can too! Get ready to hear about my favorite episodes, favorite takeaways, and the best advice I've received on this show. Listen now!

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Brett is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life - on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive Online Yoga Teacher Training program. She teaches to a social media following of over 300K people. Her content on Youtube is streamed for 2 million minutes each month. Learn more at BrettLarkin.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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Do you have an entrepreneurial mindset or an employee mindset? Find out in today's episode with the "Fairy Godmother of Coaches," Carolin Soldo. She and her team help healers go from ZERO to FULL-TIME INCOME in less than 4 months. Many health coaches, yoga teachers and spiritual advisors encounter resistance around charging a lot of for their services. Yet according to Carolin, it's better for coaches and clients when you charge MORE. We cover: How to get comfortable with charging more. How to embrace risk. How much to save vs spend when it comes to your business. We discuss why Carolin's not a fan of affirmations, as well as the scariest thing she ever did in her business (yikes!). If you're a coach, teacher or are considering one day pursuing the entrepreneurial path, this episode is a must-listen!

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Carolin has been called "The Fairy Godmother of Coaches" for no other reason than her years of experience, deep expertise, and love for her international coaching community.

With over 10 years of experience, she has cracked the code to helping clients go from ZERO to FULL-TIME INCOME in less than 4 months and break through the Million Dollar Mark. Not only that, Carolin has helped build numerous multi-7 figure businesses, including her own international Coaching Company. She's helped clients leave their jobs, become their own boss, and most importantly do the work they love every day.

With her team of over 14 coaches and experts, Carolin's company has worked with thousands of clients from around the world including the US, Canada, UK, Germany, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Italy, Holland, Netherlands, France, and more.

Special Guest: Carolin Soldo

http://www.carolinsoldo.com/

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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So, you love Kirtan -- do you think you might want to be a Kirtan leader? You don't have to be an expert in Western or Indian music to get started! In the second part of our two-part Kirtan series, Mike Cohen dives deep into the creating your own Kirtan songs, how he teaches Kirtan, and how simple and fast it is to start playing Harmonium. We also get to hear more about Mike's background in Kirtan, and the intense lineage of his practice! We also talk about how the Kirtan Leader Institute trains spiritually rooted Kirtan leaders, teaching everything from basic musicianship to touring and writing albums.

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Founder of the Boulder, CO based Kirtan Leader Institute, Mike Cohen has trained and apprenticed hundreds of Kirtan Leaders across the world since 2010, from total beginners to students he helped create and release original chant Kirtan albums. Mike guides his students to launch their home chant practices, share Kirtan with others, lead bands, build thriving chant communities, write compelling original music, tour, play at festivals, create beautiful Kirtan albums and transform who they are being in the world. You can find out more info at www.MikeCohenKirtan.com.

Special Guest: Mike Cohen

www.MikeCohenKirtan.com

Those who want to learn to chant at home can access the details on our 3-Session Summer Special at https://www.facebook.com/events/2074419922828384/ and register here - https://tickets.brightstarevents.com/event/launch-your-home-chant-practice-summer-special Use Promo Code "SUMMER SPECIAL" for a $49 discount!

How to Buy a Harmonium and not a Headache

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For those of you want to find out what Kirtan is, or are intimidated by singing Kirtan, this is the episode for you! Mike Cohen, founder of the Boulder, CO-based Kirtan Institute, teaches us about this ancient practice of singing mantras in part one of a two-part series. We'll hear Mike's unique perspective as a Kirtan leader about the energetic effects of Kirtan, how he makes mantras more accessible, and how Kirtan connects us to community. From the origins of Kirtan and its place in a Bhakti yoga practice to the power of Kirtan as a tool for moving away from ego, this episode will absolutely convince you to try Kirtan if you haven't already!

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Founder of the Boulder, CO based Kirtan Leader Institute, Mike Cohen has trained and apprenticed hundreds of Kirtan Leaders across the world since 2010, from total beginners to students he helped create and release original chant Kirtan albums. Mike guides his students to launch their home chant practices, share Kirtan with others, lead bands, build thriving chant communities, write compelling original music, tour, play at festivals, create beautiful Kirtan albums and transform who they are being in the world. You can find out more info at www.MikeCohenKirtan.com.

Special Guest: Mike Cohen

www.MikeCohenKirtan.com

Those who want to learn to chant at home can access the details on our 3-Session Summer Special at https://www.facebook.com/events/2074419922828384/ and register here - https://tickets.brightstarevents.com/event/launch-your-home-chant-practice-summer-special Use Promo Code "SUMMER SPECIAL" for a $49 discount!

How to Buy a Harmonium and not a Headache

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Do you secretly dread chanting aloud? I used to too! In this episode, I share WHY you want to have a practice of chanting out loud and WHAT the concrete benefits are. I also share the tips, tricks and practices I used to get comfortable hearing my own voice. My hope is that these can be helpful to you as well! If you're a chanting skeptic or want to deepen your chanting practice, listen for more!

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Brett is the founder of Uplifted Yoga, an online yoga and meditation community empowering students to personalize their practice and ignite their best life - on and off the mat. She's instructed at top studios, companies like Google and Pinterest, and leads the world's most interactive Online Yoga Teacher Training program. She teaches to a social media following of over 200K people. Her content on Youtube is streamed for 2 million minutes each month. Learn more at BrettLarkin.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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What are the 8 limbs of yoga really about? Judith Hanson Lasater unpacks the BIG lessons from yogic philosophy in this special episode. We cover: The true meaning of ahimsa (non-violence) and santosha (contentment). How to embrace sadness? What does it mean to be an "integrated person?" Judith also shared with us the two common pitfalls she seems students and teachers make when it comes to understanding yogic philosophy. Walk away inspired from this powerful episode.

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Judith Hanson Lasater holds a Ph.d. in East-West Psychology and a BS in Physical Therapy, and has taught yoga around the world since 1971. She is a founder of the Iyengar Yoga Institute in San Francisco, CA, as well as of Yoga Journal magazine. Ms. Lasater trains yoga teachers in virtually every state of the union and is often an invited guest at international yoga conventions. She is president emeritus of the California Yoga Teachers' Association as well as the author of numerous articles on yoga and health for nationally recognized magazines. She served as an advisor on three National Institute of Health studies on the health effects of yoga practice. She was selected by Natural Health magazine, on the occasion of their 40th anniversary, as one of the five people in the USA who has had the most influence on natural health in America during those 40 years. In September, 2014, she was interviewed on the nationally broadcast NPR (National Public Radio) very popular radio show "All Things Considered" about the passing of yoga master B.K.S. Iyengar. In its 40th anniversary edition in 2015, Yoga Journal magazine named Ms. Lasater as the most influential yoga teacher in the USA of those 40 years. She is the author of 10 books, the latest of which is Restore and Rebalance: the yoga of deep relaxation.

Special Guest: Judith Hanson Lasater

www.judithhansonlasater.com www.lasater.yoga

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Only doing savasana for a few minutes? According to today's guest, that's not long enough! Today we welcome to the show Judith Hanson Lasater, world-renowned expert in restorative yoga. In this mind-blowing episode, she shares with us why rest and sleep are different, and how we need BOTH. Judith explains the three unique stages of savasana. And if you're playing music while you rest, think again! Judith teaches us the potent power of silence. Whether you're a yoga student or teacher, you'll walk away from this episode with a renewed enthusiasm for self-care. Thank you, Judith for inspiring my 4pm rest time and for this amazing episode!

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Judith Hanson Lasater holds a Ph.d. in East-West Psychology and a BS in Physical Therapy, and has taught yoga around the world since 1971. She is a founder of the Iyengar Yoga Institute in San Francisco, CA, as well as of Yoga Journal magazine. Ms. Lasater trains yoga teachers in virtually every state of the union and is often an invited guest at international yoga conventions. She is president emeritus of the California Yoga Teachers' Association as well as the author of numerous articles on yoga and health for nationally recognized magazines. She served as an advisor on three National Institute of Health studies on the health effects of yoga practice. She was selected by Natural Health magazine, on the occasion of their 40th anniversary, as one of the five people in the USA who has had the most influence on natural health in America during those 40 years. In September, 2014, she was interviewed on the nationally broadcast NPR (National Public Radio) very popular radio show "All Things Considered" about the passing of yoga master B.K.S. Iyengar. In its 40th anniversary edition in 2015, Yoga Journal magazine named Ms. Lasater as the most influential yoga teacher in the USA of those 40 years. She is the author of 10 books, the latest of which is Restore and Rebalance: the yoga of deep relaxation.

Special Guest: Judith Hanson Lasater

www.judithhansonlasater.com www.lasater.yoga

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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Teri Mosey, Ph.D., is an international speaker, wellness consultant, and author of The Hidden Messages in Food. She earned a bachelor's degree in biochemistry, master's degree in exercise physiology, doctorate in holistic nutrition, and is a graduate of culinary studies. Through a holistic approach, Teri's intention is to inspire, educate, and support others toward becoming the best version of themselves.

Special Guest: Teri Mosey, Ph.D.,

https://www.terimosey.com/

Teri's book "The Hidden Messages in Food" on Amazon.

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Teri Mosey, Ph.D., is an international speaker, wellness consultant, and author of The Hidden Messages in Food. She earned a bachelor's degree in biochemistry, master's degree in exercise physiology, doctorate in holistic nutrition, and is a graduate of culinary studies. Through a holistic approach, Teri's intention is to inspire, educate, and support others toward becoming the best version of themselves.

Special Guest: Teri Mosey, Ph.D.,

https://www.terimosey.com/

Teri's book "The Hidden Messages in Food" on Amazon.

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Melanie Phillips, author of "Living After Loss: A Soulful Guide to Freedom," offers wisdom on how we can transform the thought patterns and perspectives that perpetuate our suffering. She shares with us the technique of "Theta Healing," as well as a 4-phase process for creating new neuropathways to develop resiliency. We also discuss Karma, how to connect to Source Energy, and what to do when you feel disconnected. This episode continues Melanie's no nonsense, spiritual approach to loss and grief.

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Melanie Phillips embraces ayurveda, yoga and intuitive medicine as a primary means of how we can all re-emerge from darkness. As a 18 year full time yoga teacher and member of NAMA - National Ayurvedic Medical Association - Melanie created The Madhuri Method, a method that effectively treats symptoms and diseases of the mind, body, and emotions leading to a truer relationship to joy, acceptance and personal empowerment. She offers: 1 on 1 work to clients online, Ayurvedic Yoga training for teachers, retreats and workshops as well as an online Inner Empowerment Mentorship program. All of her offerings are rooted in guiding her clients back to remembering their wholeness, love, and worth. Melanie's second book, "Living After Loss: A Soulful Guide to Freedom" was released in May, 2018.

Special Guest: Melanie Phillips

www.madhurimethod.com www.livingafterlossbook.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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As humans, we experience loss. Often, these losses go unacknowledged. Whether it's the loss of a pet, job, relationship or family member, author Melanie Phillips shares that healing after loss is not a linear process. Melanie opens up about her personal journey after the unexpected loss of her partner. She provides tips about how we can enlist the right kind of support when we're in crisis, and how we can best support others in need. We discuss loss from the perspective of the chakras energy medicine. Learn how to navigate loss, grief or any challenging life situation from a more empowered perspective.

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Melanie Phillips embraces ayurveda, yoga and intuitive medicine as a primary means of how we can all re-emerge from darkness. As a 18 year full time yoga teacher and member of NAMA - National Ayurvedic Medical Association - Melanie created The Madhuri Method, a method that effectively treats symptoms and diseases of the mind, body, and emotions leading to a truer relationship to joy, acceptance and personal empowerment. She offers: 1 on 1 work to clients online, Ayurvedic Yoga training for teachers, retreats and workshops as well as an online Inner Empowerment Mentorship program. All of her offerings are rooted in guiding her clients back to remembering their wholeness, love, and worth. Melanie's second book, "Living After Loss: A Soulful Guide to Freedom" was released in May, 2018.

Special Guest: Melanie Phillips

www.madhurimethod.com www.livingafterlossbook.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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We continue our conversation with Kundalini yoga teacher and healer, Kerena Virginia. She shares with us how she went through a period of devastating loss, which led to an awakening that changed how she practiced and taught Kundalini yoga. She explains how our energetic body, our intuition and our heart, can work in conjunction with one another. She answers common questions many of us have: Like how do we know if we are coming from our head or our heart? How can we ask for guidance when making difficult decisions? And what if we have a triggering or negative reaction to Kundalini yoga? Listen to learn more!

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Karena is a motivational speaker, energy healer, kundalini yogi, inspirational mentor and TV personality who loves sharing simple and transformational tools for healthy and inspired living. Karena's writing includes articles for the Huffington Post, her wellness blog, and her upcoming book, The Essential Kundalini Yoga, to be released by Sounds True Publishing on January 1, 2017. She is a member of Oprah Winfrey's Belief Team, was recently featured on Veria Living TV, Bravo TV, is the talent in the the highly acclaimed video, 'The Power of Kundalini Yoga', and the voice in the App, "Relax and Attract" with Karena Virginia.

Special Guest: Karena Virginia

www.karenavirginia.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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What if working within the confines of our mind is not enough for personal transformation? According to Kundalini yoga teacher and author, Karena Virginia, we cannot elevate our mindset until we heal our energy field first. For Karena, this was the missing link in all other healing modalities that she tried. Today, Karena breaks down the five energy layers that exist within your auric field. She walks us through each of these energy frequencies and how they relate to acupuncture, tapping, epigenetics, shamanic healing and prayer. If you are interested in the 8th chakra, auric field or energy medicine, this episode is for you!

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Karena is a motivational speaker, energy healer, kundalini yogi, inspirational mentor and TV personality who loves sharing simple and transformational tools for healthy and inspired living. Karena's writing includes articles for the Huffington Post, her wellness blog, and her upcoming book, The Essential Kundalini Yoga, to be released by Sounds True Publishing on January 1, 2017. She is a member of Oprah Winfrey's Belief Team, was recently featured on Veria Living TV, Bravo TV, is the talent in the the highly acclaimed video, 'The Power of Kundalini Yoga', and the voice in the App, "Relax and Attract" with Karena Virginia.

Special Guest: Karena Virginia

www.karenavirginia.com

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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Continuing our conversation with artist Katherine Skaggs, we dive into the basics of how YOU can start reading Tarot or Oracle cards at home. We cover: How to pick a deck and cleanse its energy. How you can work with one card a day to get in touch with your spirit guides and helpers. Katherine explains a ritual we can use to incorporate readings into our yoga and meditation practice. She also explains the concept of card "spreads" – what are they, how they work, and which basic ones we can start with. We end discussing how cards can sharpen your intuition – cards can be a tool to know who you are at a deeper level. Katherine also speaks to us about the role of the divine feminine – in our society and in her personal work as an artist. Listen to learn more!

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Katherine Skaggs is visionary artist, intuitive, author, teacher, spiritual counselor, shamanic practitioner and painter of souls. She is the artist of the Mythical Goddess Tarot, Pocket-full of Goddesses, Pocket Blessing Cards as well as many divine beings of light, and thousands of soul portraits. She is currently working on the Masters of Light Wisdom Oracle as artist and author, which is scheduled to go to press by year's end. Travel and adventure call Katherine to travels around the world, studying with indigenous shamans from Mexico to Peru, and Goddess wise women from Rome to Paris.

Special Guest: Katherine Skaggs

www.katherineskaggs.com www.mastersoflightwisdom.com https://www.facebook.com/katherine.skaggs1

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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How can we best incorporate Tarot and Oracle Cards into our spiritual practice? What are the benefits of doing this? What's the difference between traditional Tarot versus the Oracle and Angel decks that have become popularized in recent years? Today, artist Katherine Skaggs outlines for us how cards are a divination of our subconscious. She teaches us how we can best frame our questions when working with card decks, and why we need to consider (and enhance) the quality of our ask. She explains why our intuitive interpretation of artwork is critical to understanding readings, and how to sharpen this skill. Katherine also shares the "system of symbols" that permeate all card decks, and how you can connect with these to enhance your readings. If you're currently dabbling in (or want to learn more) about Tarot and Oracle cards, do not miss this week's episodes!

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Katherine Skaggs is visionary artist, intuitive, author, teacher, spiritual counselor, shamanic practitioner and painter of souls. She is the artist of the Mythical Goddess Tarot, Pocket-full of Goddesses, Pocket Blessing Cards as well as many divine beings of light, and thousands of soul portraits. She is currently working on the Masters of Light Wisdom Oracle as artist and author, which is scheduled to go to press by year's end. Travel and adventure call Katherine to travels around the world, studying with indigenous shamans from Mexico to Peru, and Goddess wise women from Rome to Paris.

Special Guest: Katherine Skaggs

www.katherineskaggs.com www.mastersoflightwisdom.com https://www.facebook.com/katherine.skaggs1

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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How do the Chakras relate to the Medicine Wheel? What are archetypes? What does it mean to create "sacred space?" In today's episode, we continue our conversation with Shamanic Energy Medicine Practitioner, Olivia Weil. She leads us through an "opening sacred space" ceremony that anyone can practice at home, either before yoga, meditation or to create a context for healing. She explains to us how we can understand archetypes as divine guides and teachers on our journey of transformation. Olivia also shares with us some of her favorite superfoods, as well as why she's currently abstaining from all social media. There's so much special knowledge generously offered up by Olivia in this special episode.

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Olivia Weil plays the roles of a NY lawyer turned spiritual adviser, Shamanic Energy Medicine Practitioner, personal transformation coach, plant-based nutritionist, and author. She holds post-graduate certification from Cornell University in plant-based nutrition, and is passionate about transforming people's lives from a cellular level, with raw foods, superfoods, superherbs, and cutting edge health technologies. In the energy medicine space, she was traditionally trained by the Four Winds Society, and shamans of the old—the indigenous medicine peoples of the high Andes. She works with individuals walking alongside them on their Journey of Remembering to awaken their true eternal nature and step into their infinite power. She has an international healing practice, traveling mostly between the Americas, which combines ancient wisdom with modern science.

Special Guest: Olivia Weil

Olivia@onelovemedicine.com

https://blog.sivanaspirit.com/author/oliviaweil/

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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Learn about the ancient spiritual practice of shamanism from Shamanic Energy Medicine Practitioner, Olivia Weil. We cover: What is shamanism? What is the Medicine Wheel? How can we use these tools for healing? Olivia guides us through each of the directions (South, West, North and East) and their key components. She shares how she ticked off the boxes of "success," as a lawyer, yet still felt unfulfilled and unhappy. Olivia helps us understand how this ancient spiritual practice of shamanism is a vehicle for change, available to anyone looking for transformation. If you've ever been curious about shamanism or energy medicine, this is a must-listen!

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Olivia Weil plays the roles of a NY lawyer turned spiritual adviser, Shamanic Energy Medicine Practitioner, personal transformation coach, plant-based nutritionist, and author. She holds post-graduate certification from Cornell University in plant-based nutrition, and is passionate about transforming people's lives from a cellular level, with raw foods, superfoods, superherbs, and cutting edge health technologies. In the energy medicine space, she was traditionally trained by the Four Winds Society, and shamans of the old—the indigenous medicine peoples of the high Andes. She works with individuals walking alongside them on their Journey of Remembering to awaken their true eternal nature and step into their infinite power. She has an international healing practice, traveling mostly between the Americas, which combines ancient wisdom with modern science.

Special Guest: Olivia Weil

Olivia@onelovemedicine.com

https://blog.sivanaspirit.com/author/oliviaweil/

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com

Producer: Benn Mendelson

www.sivanaspirit.com

www.sivanapodcast.com

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What if everything in your life could be boiled down to one simple question: Am I operating from a place of fear? Or love? Today, we go deeper into our conversation with life coach and spiritual teacher, Glenn Ambrose. He tells us about how he "woke up" to spirituality 15 years ago, and how everything looked differently after a good night's sleep. Glenn explains why our perception dictates our reality and why darkness doesn't really exist. According to Glenn, the Universe wants us to change, grow and expand. Lastly, we discuss forgiveness: how to practice it and redefine it. In the words of Glenn, "all work is self work." You will be inspired to work on yourself after listening to this special episode!

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Glenn Ambrose's philosophy is that happiness & fulfillment are there for you to have and is attainable by anyone. He is a Life Coach, Spiritual Teacher, Host of the Podcast: "Life, Lessons, & Laughter with Glenn Ambrose," and an Inspirational Speaker. Combining his coaching skills with his finely tuned style of getting to the heart of the matter, he inspires the change that is necessary for truly successful living.

Special Guest: Glenn Ambrose

https://www.glennambrose.com/

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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If you've been struggling to practice self-love or set boundaries, this episode is for you! Life coach and spiritual teacher, Glenn Ambrose, tells us the mental shift we need to make in order to increase our self-esteem. Learn the question you must ask before practicing self-care in order to truly make it worthwhile. Next, discover more about boundaries: What they are, how to set them, that step that's often missed, and what to do when you can't distance yourself from negativity. Tons of practical tips you can take into your own life and relationships in this episode!

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Glenn Ambrose's philosophy is that happiness & fulfillment are there for you to have and is attainable by anyone. He is a Life Coach, Spiritual Teacher, Host of the Podcast: "Life, Lessons, & Laughter with Glenn Ambrose," and an Inspirational Speaker. Combining his coaching skills with his finely tuned style of getting to the heart of the matter, he inspires the change that is necessary for truly successful living.

Special Guest: Glenn Ambrose

https://www.glennambrose.com/

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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Today we continue our conversation with professional coach, Laurie Gerber. She shares how she saved her marriage from the brink of divorce by entering into emotional, spiritual and physical integrity with her husband. Learn what these different categories mean and how to use them to enhance your own relationships in today's empowering episode.

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Passionate about personal development, Laurie has been coaching individuals and groups for over 15 years. Her professional and personal mission is to better the world by teaching people to tell the truth and pursue their dreams. Her focus is on maximizing clients' ability to thrive across all areas of life–health, love, career, money, family, etc. Laurie spreads her message of empowerment through live international events, one-on-one coaching, virtual coaching courses, as a writer, on radio and in TV appearances such as MTV's True Life Special: I'm Getting a Second Chance, A&E's The Marriage Test, the Dr. Phil Show and TODAY show.

Special Guest: Laurie Gerber

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Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

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Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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If you're single or looking for love, tune into this episode with professional coach, Laurie Gerber. Understand her framework for finding love, called "the 3Hs." Laurie explains how to use the 3Hs while dating and as tool for self-awareness. Uncover your inner dialogue and subconscious patterning when it comes to love. Laurie also goes over how to be smart about dating online, how to use the 3Hs to find "the one," and how to know when to abort a relationship if your head and heart are not aligned. Fantastic tips for anyone single or currently dating!

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Passionate about personal development, Laurie has been coaching individuals and groups for over 15 years. Her professional and personal mission is to better the world by teaching people to tell the truth and pursue their dreams. Her focus is on maximizing clients' ability to thrive across all areas of life–health, love, career, money, family, etc. Laurie spreads her message of empowerment through live international events, one-on-one coaching, virtual coaching courses, as a writer, on radio and in TV appearances such as MTV's True Life Special: I'm Getting a Second Chance, A&E's The Marriage Test, the Dr. Phil Show and TODAY show.

Special Guest: Laurie Gerber

www.handelgroup.com/3Hs

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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Ever wondered how certain yogis seem to easily flip into inversions and balance on their hands? Today master yoga teacher, Danni Pomplun, joins us as he shares all his tips on how to get upside down and into arm balances. We cover: What inversions and arm balances to master in what order. How to adjust your hands so balancing on them feels more like balancing on your feet. Should we use the wall when learning handstand? Plus, tips and tricks on how to fall. We also talk about cross training. Is it necessary in order to master some of these advanced poses? Listen and find out!

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Danni Pomplun runs his own popular 200-hour teacher training in San Francisco, and is the lead teacher for various teacher trainings both in the U.S. and abroad. He has over 700-hours of advanced yoga training with teachers like, Jason Crandell, Noah Maze, and Darren Main. He offers continuing education workshops and tune-up retreats where instructors can refine and deepen their skills - one of which we are offering together in 2019. He's taught at Sedona Yoga Festival, Ashville Yoga Festival, San Diego Yoga Festival, to name a few and leads retreats all around the world.

Special Guest: Danni Pomplun

http://www.dannipomplun.com/

Creator & Host: Brett Larkin

http://www.brettlarkin.com/

Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper

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Producer: Benn Mendelson

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www.sivanapodcast.com

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