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Ep. 224 Forgiveness, Somatic Movement, Death and the Divine Mother with Angelica Neri

Spirit Sessions Podcast Ep. 224 Forgiveness, Somatic Movement, Death and the Divine Mother with Angelica Neri

Today, Katie is joined by Ayurvedic Practitioner, Reiki Master and friend of the podcast Angelica Neri. They explore the many facets of feminine energy, our body’s innate wisdom and the courage it takes to soften our ego and forgive. Together, they share personal stories of healing, forgiveness and reconnecting with intuition through somatic movement and creative expression.

With warmth and raw honesty, this episode invites you to deepen and honor your personal journey toward balance, embodied spirituality and the nurturing embrace of the Divine Mother.

Ready to dive deeper into the Divine Feminine? Join Katie and The Shakti School on Monday, October 6th, at 11 am ET for a FREE live webinar called Divine Feminine Ayurveda 101. Click here to sign up!

In this episode about somatic movement and much more, you’ll hear:

~ Registration for the 2026 class of our Ayurveda School is now open! Click here to learn more and enroll.

~ What exactly is feminine energy?

~ How Angelica and Katie connect to their feminine

~ Living from the thinking mind vs the body

~ Finding your way back to your feminine intuition

~ The Rishtis of yoga

~ Attachment theory

~ How Angelica brings creativity and somatic movement into her yoga classes

~ Exploring and liberating the body through somatic movement

~ The importance of kindergarten vibes in middle age

~ White Tara

~ The Divine Mother archetype

~ Angelica’s powerful hospice experiences

~ Breaking generational cycles

~ Powerful personal stories of healing paternal relationships

~ The Oedipus complex

~ Healing through forgiveness

~ Softening the ego

~ The true goal of enlightenment

~ The art of not reacting

~ Practical spiritual practices to heal our polarized world

~ Katie and Angelica’s current somatic movement practices

~ Cultivating an authentic connection to spirituality

~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda!

Other resources mentioned in this episode:

~ The work of Ram Dass

~ Mindrolling Podcast with Raghu Markus

~ A.G. and Indra Mohan

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Connect with Angelica Neri and The Shakti School:

~ Follow Angelica on Instagram

~ Listen to Angelica’s The Divine Feminine Healer's Podcast

~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook

~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the Bahamas in spring 2026!

~ Read Katie’s latest book, Glow-Worthy!

Related episodes:

~ Ep. 206 Are You Actually Grown? Reparenting Your Inner Mother & Father with Cynthia Amaro

~ Ep. 198 Family Archetypes: Understanding the Thanksgiving Dinner Table Dynamics

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Ep. 223 Dating Apps: Spiritual Yay or Nay?

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How do we stay awake and true to our spiritual path in the era of swipe?

In this episode, Katie talks about dating in the modern world, from navigating dating apps with intention to reframing rejection as an opportunity for growth. You’ll learn how your unique dosha can shape the way you approach love, and dating tips to keep your nervous system in balance and self-worth intact. With science-backed insights, spiritual practices and funny personal stories, Katie shares how dating can be one of the most transformative spiritual adventures of your life!

Ready to take your spiritual practices to the next level? Enrollment is now open for our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School! Click here for all the details and enroll today!

In this episode about spirituality and dating apps, you’ll hear:

~ Can a spiritual person find love on a dating app?

~ How your dosha influences your dating experience

~ Spiritual dating advice

~ Setting boundaries

~ What does tantra have to do with dating apps?

~ Impacts on the nervous system

~ Can you get addicted to dating apps?

~ Expanding the “soulmate field”

~ Setting a sacred intention for dating

~ Katie’s pre-date energy work practice

~ Dating as a spiritual opportunity and a mirror

~ Reframing rejection

~ Advice for when someone ghosts you

~ Katie’s one-liner for breaking off a connection

~ Scientific findings around the psychological impacts of dating apps

~ Body image and self-worth

~ Red flags to watch out for on dating apps

~ Sign up for our free Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course!

Or Subscribe on iTunes

Other episodes you’ll love about dating apps and spirituality:

~ Ep. 130 Can Dating NOT Suck These Days?

~ Ep. 199 Conscious Relationships and Modern Dating with Angelica Neri

Other resources related to this episode:

~ Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook

~ Join us in The Shakti School Membership

~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the Bahamas in spring 2026!

~ Read Katie’s latest book, Glow-Worthy

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Ep. 222 Summer Routines & Rituals to Help You Chill

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As the earth turns and the northern hemisphere enters late summer, Katie shares summer routines and practices to help you stay cool during the fiery pitta season!

Tune in for summer self-care rituals that bring balance to your body and spirit. Katie also discusses why she founded The Shakti School as a welcoming, non-judgmental space for seekers of all backgrounds, and how we embody our motto, “SMART + HEART.” Stay tuned to the end to hear a guided meditation designed to help you stay cool, calm and connected all summer long!

It’s the Summer of Love here at The Shakti School, and enrollment is now open for our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School! Click here to learn more and enroll today.

In this episode about summer routines, you’ll hear:

~ An invitation to book a call with one of our Ayurveda School graduates

~ Download your Summer of Love e-book here!

~ A taste of what goes on in The Shakti School

~ Ayurvedic summer routines and rituals

~ The Ayurvedic view of the seasons

~ What is the pitta season?

~ Why Katie started The Shakti School

~ What it means to be “SMART + HEART”

~ The “healing climate”

~ Making space to tap into your intuition

~ What is embodied Ayurveda?

~ Discovering your authentic, divine nature

~ The Ayurvedic concept of Svastha

~ Why health is so much more than the absence of disease

~ Determining your dosha by looking at the palm of your hand

~ Why so many of us burn out in the summer

~ Common signs of imbalance during the summer

~ Summer routines to balance the fire element

~ Balancing the feminine and masculine

~ A guided meditation to help you chill out this summer

~ Developing a connection to your unique energy

~ Sign up for our free Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course!

Or Subscribe on iTunes

More episodes about summer routines:

~ Ep. 38 Slather Yourself in Roses - A.K.A. Summer Routines

~ Ep. 182 Hot Girl Summer Self-Care

~ Ep. 03 Summer Date Shake! OMG Love!

Other resources related to this episode:

~ Learn more about Ayurveda School

~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas!

~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026!

~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook

~ Katie’s latest book, Glow-Worthy

~ The Shakti School Membership

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Ep. 221 I’m Married to Algae: Katie Talks To Algae Expert and ENERGYbits® Founder, Catharine Arnston

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In this inspiring conversation, Katie sits down with Catharine Arnston, founder of ENERGYbits®, wellness thought leader, and the “voice of algae,” to explore the profound science and spirituality behind one of nature’s most nutrient-dense foods.

From the ancient wisdom of the Rishis to scientific evidence of algae’s unmatched nutrition, Catharine shares how she followed her inner voice from corporate life to purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Tune in to learn the health benefits of spirulina and chlorella, how to spot high-quality algae, and why these superfoods are not just powerful medicine for the body, but nourishment for the soul.

Ready to experience all of the benefits of algae for yourself? Use the discount code THESHAKTISCHOOL at checkout to get 20% off your order at energybits.com!

In this episode about algae and Catharine’s incredible life, you’ll hear:

~ An invitation to deepen your spiritual journey in Ayurveda School

~ How Catharine followed her intuition to become the voice of algae

~ How the ancient Rishis communicated with plants

~ The spirituality of spirulina

~ Health benefits of algae

~ Going back to college in your 60s

~ How miracles happen when you listen to your inner voice

~ Overcoming impostor syndrome and fear

~ What it feels like to be on the right path

~ Dr. Jack Krust

~ Exactly how Catharine incorporates algae into her daily diet

~ Using chlorella and spirulina for optimal health

~ The importance of a satvic diet as we age

~ Mitochondrial health

~ Free radicals and antioxidants

~ How to identify good quality spirulina

~ Why most algae supplements are a waste of money

~ Scientific evidence of the effects of algae on dementia, diabetes, cancer and heart disease

~ The Ayurvedic perspective of algae

~ Why Spirulina is Mother Nature's breast milk

~ Catharine wants you to Google phycocyanin

~ Root cause medicine

~ How and when to take spirulina and chlorella 

~ Sign up for our free Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course!

Learn more about algae and connect with ENERGYbits®:

~ Learn more about ENERGYbits® on their website, energybits.com

~ Use the discount code THESHAKTISCHOOL at checkout to get 20% off your order

~ Follow @energybits on Instagram

Or Subscribe on iTunes

Other resources related to this episode:

~ Learn more about Ayurveda School

~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas!

~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026!

~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook

~ Katie’s latest book, Glow-Worthy

If you liked today’s episode about algae, you might also like:

~ Ep. 193 Triphala: The #1 Ayurvedic Herb I Keep Coming Back To

~ Ep. 168 Ayurveda & Tantric Herbalism with Brooke Sullivan

 

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Ep. 220 Spiritual Business with Stemregen CEO Ryan Riley (Katie Talks With Smart Dudes Series #5)

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Join Katie for a heart-opening interview with Ryan Riley, CEO of Stemregen, to explore the soulful side of building a successful business.

Ryan and Katie discuss the power of confidence, how the ego can limit our success and tools to help spiritual business owners stay true to their unique gifts and dharma. If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost or ready to give up, this inspiring conversation offers practical wisdom, leadership lessons and a powerful reminder that you are here to make a difference in the way only you can!

Check out Katie’s favorite Stemregen products on their website and use code THESHAKTISCHOOL at checkout for 15% off your first purchase!

Ready to start your own spiritual business? Now is the best time to enroll in our Ayurvedic Wellness Coach certification course! 

Enroll before August 11th to receive our Summer of Love bonus, including: $100 off tuition, a beautiful summer sampler kit from our soul sisters at Paavani Ayurveda, a free year of our Spirit Sessions Membership and a recipe e-book from Katie's kitchen! Click here to learn more and enroll before August 11th using code SummerofLove at registration checkout.

If you’re on the fence and wondering whether or not our Ayurveda School is right for you, we invite you to book a free call with one of our incredible graduates. Click here to book a call!

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In this episode about spiritual business with Stemregen CEO Ryan Riley, you’ll hear:

~ Ryan’s secrets to business success at Stemregen and beyond

~ The poem by Dr. Seuss that’s Ryan’s career mantra

~ Spiritual business advice for Ayurvedic Coaches and Counselors

~ The Ayurvedic concept of dharma

~ The role of spirituality in business

~ How our ego often blocks us in business

~ The Triadic Heart Prayer for Ayurvedic practitioners

~ Getting out of your own way

~ Developing the service mindset

~ What to do when you want to give up

~ What is ‘slack’ in entrepreneurship?

~ Why Katie loves Stemregen

~ Figuring out your gift and purpose

~ How to build a successful team

~ The importance of confidence!

~ Figuring out who you are in business with the KOLBE A Exam

~ Identify your strengths and weaknesses with CliftonStrengths

~ Sign up for our free Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course!

Connect with Ryan Riley and Stemregen:

~ You can learn more about Stemregen’s products here on their website. Be sure to use the code THESHAKTISCHOOL at checkout for 15% off your first purchase!

~ Follow Stemregen on IG: @stemregen

~ Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn

Or Subscribe on iTunes

Other episodes related to spiritual business:

~ Ep. 218 Marketing, Gender Roles & A.I. with Mark Young

~ Ep. 203 What You Offer is Priceless: Women and Spiritual Business

Other resources related to this episode:

~ Sign up for our free Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course!

~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas!

~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026!

~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook

~ Katie’s latest book, Glow-Worthy

~ Join our Spirit Sessions Membership to learn with Katie LIVE every month!

 

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Did you love this heart-opening chat with Ryan Riley, CEO of Stemregen? This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you love show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to:

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  2. Write us a review in iTunes
  3. Share this show with one friend right now!

It’s seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app.

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Katie

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Ep. 219 Anger, Parasites and Cherry Pie with Author Lisa Gunshore

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In this soul-stirring episode, Katie chats with Lisa Gunshore, transformational guide, Shakti School graduate and author of the new book, Cherry Pie. These Shakti goddesses discuss the spiritual wisdom of parasites, why your anger is sacred, why the guru era is over and what’s next! With raw honesty, ancient insight and laughs, Lisa and Katie share their favorite Ayurvedic and Tantric practices to help you reconnect to your emotions and deepen your spiritual practice.

It’s the Summer of Love here at The Shakti School! Enroll in our year-long Ayurveda School before August 11th to receive our Summer of Love bonus: $100 off tuition, a beautiful summer sampler kit from our friends at Paavani Ayurveda, a free year of our Spirit Sessions Membership and a recipe e-book from Katie's kitchen!

Click here to learn more and enroll before August 11th using code SummerofLove at registration checkout.

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In this episode about anger, emotional processing and more, you’ll hear:

~ Lessons from heartbreak

~ Lisa’s personal experience with the Dalai Lama

~ Why we have a hard time feeling healthy anger

~ Vajrayana Tantra

~ The Hindu goddess Indra

~ The liver is the seat of all emotions

~ Opening to the raw feelings of fear, sadness, anger and grief

~ The Tantric perspective of taboo emotions like anger and fear

~ Ayurvedic practices to strengthen the liver

~ Katie’s powerful recent experience with Dr. Vasant Lad

~ How we’re redefining femininity at The Shakti School

~ Overdoing, overshaming and overmasculinizing

~ The Tantric practice of feeding your demons

~ Practical ways to work with anger

~ The Drama Triangle

~ Becoming a guardian of your sensual energy

~ The spiritual meaning of parasites, candida and mold in the body

~ Liberating yourself from labels

~ Our life journey as a mandala

~ Kalachakra AKA the Great Wheel of Time

~ Sign up for our free Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course!

Connect with Lisa Gunshore:

~ Read Lisa’s new book, Cherry Pie: Chasing Love and Finding Compassion

~ Lisa’s first book, Enlightenment Pie: Healing Through Spiritual Practice

~ Check out Lisa’s website, buddhistbiohacker.com

~ Listen to the Buddhist Biohacker Podcast

~ Follow Lisa on IG @buddhistbiohacker and YouTube

Other people, resources, and products mentioned in this episode:

~ Katie’s mentor, Cristal Mortensen

~ Lisa’s teacher, Julie Hoyle

~ Lisa’s functional medicine doctor, Dr. Jill Carnahan

~ Cellcore Biosciences

~ The Power of TED, Book by David Emerald Womeldorff

Or Subscribe on iTunes

Other pod episodes related to processing difficult emotions like anger and anxiety:

~ Ep. 60 The Emotional Body: A Portal into Vulnerability & Authenticity

~ Ep. 21 Overcoming Anxiety in a PTSD World

Other resources related to this episode:

~ Sign up for the 2026 class of our Ayurveda School now to get your Summer of Love bonus!

~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas!

~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026!

~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook

~ Katie’s latest book, Glow-Worthy

~ Join our Spirit Sessions Membership to learn with Katie LIVE every month!

 

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We hope this discussion about opening to the spiritual essence of taboo emotions like fear, anger and sadness provided you with new insights and inspiration! This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you love show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to:

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It’s seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app.

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Ep. 218 Marketing, Gender Roles & A.I. with Mark Young (Katie Talks With Smart Dudes Series #4)

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Today on the pod, Katie is joined by marketing expert, author, and philanthropist Mark Young!

Katie shares her career journey from A.I. to “Ayurveda Intelligence,” while Mark reflects on life lessons as he approaches a milestone birthday. They offer practical marketing advice for Ayurvedic coaches and other heart-centered entrepreneurs, discuss the role of AI in their lives and share how you can build a wildly successful business by cultivating relationships and trusting your unique voice.

Ready to start your own heart-centered business as an Ayurvedic Wellness Coach? Enrollment for the next class of our Ayurveda certification training is now open! Click here to learn more and enroll.

In this episode about marketing and more, you’ll hear:

~ An invitation to join our year-long Ayurveda School

~ Shifting gender roles in our modern world

~ The Tantric view of masculine and feminine

~ Heart-centered marketing

~ Strategic Coach with Dan Sullivan

~ The importance of scheduling time off and buffer days

~ Feminine form business and marketing

~ The importance of asking good questions

~ Why Katie and Mark aren’t afraid of A.I. taking over

~ A.I.’s level of consciousness

~ Jungian and spiritual perspectives on A.I.

~ Practical ways Mark and Katie use A.I. in their lives

~ Mark’s top marketing tips for Ayurvedic coaches and counselors

~ The importance of relationships over transactions

~ Walking your talk as a business owner

~ Being authentic vs. oversharing

~ Advice for new business owners who don’t have a big following

~ Trusting your unique voice

~ Sign up for our free Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course!

Connect with Mark Young:

~ Mark’s books: Radical Generosity and Date Your Clients

~ Mark’s website: www.themarkyoung.com

~ Mark’s podcast: Performance Driven Living

~ Follow Mark on IG: @themarkyoung

Or Subscribe on iTunes

Other episodes related to spiritual business and marketing:

~ Ep. 203 What You Offer is Priceless: Women and Spiritual Business

~ Ep. 123 Katie Talks with Smart Dudes Series #1 with Sean McCormick

Other resources related to this episode:

~ Learn more about Ayurveda School

~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas!

~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026!

~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook

~ Katie’s latest book, Glow-Worthy

~ Join our Spirit Sessions Membership to learn with Katie LIVE every month!

 

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I hope you loved this fun discussion about gender roles, marketing and A.I. with marketing expert Mark Young! This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you love show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to:

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  2. Write us a review in iTunes
  3. Share this show with one friend right now!

It’s seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app.

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Ep. 217 Ozempic: A Compassionate Ayurvedic Perspective

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In this heartfelt episode, Katie opens up a compassionate, non-judgmental conversation about Ozempic and weight loss drugs through the lens of Ayurveda. With deep love and understanding for those on these medications, she explores how true healing comes from discernment and addressing the root causes of imbalance.

Katie shares powerful Ayurvedic insights on hunger and the sacred role of fat in the body, reminding us that our fat carries the wisdom of our lineage. Tune in for a warm, honest discussion that weaves together science, spirit and self-love.

Want more ancient wisdom to help you navigate modern life? Learn LIVE with Katie every month in our Spirit Sessions Membership! Click here to join for just $28 a month!

In this episode about Ozempic, you’ll hear:

~ An invitation to join our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School

~ Short-term results vs. long-term health 

~ Addressing the root cause of obesity

~ The measurement of youth in Ayurveda

~ Side effects of Ozempic

~ Long-term effects of Ozempic on the body

~ How weight loss drugs affect our prakruti and vikruti

~ Developing a healthy metabolism

~ Why feeling hungry is important

~ How Ozempic hijacks our body’s innate intelligence

~ Personal stories from Katie’s time in India

~ Differing cultural beauty standards

~ The many roles of fat in the body

~ Fat as the Divine Mother

~ The relationship between fat, emotions and our ancestors

~ Why fat is sexy

~ Sign up for our free Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course!

Other resources related to this episode:

~ Learn more about Ayurveda School

~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas!

~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026!

~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook

~ Katie’s latest book, Glow-Worthy

Or Subscribe on iTunes

Episodes related to today’s discussion about Ozempic:

~ Ep. 183 The Deep Spirituality of Agni

~ Ep. 213 Ayurveda For Weight Balancing

Learn more:

  • Ayurveda Certification
  • The Shakti School Subscription

Help Us Spread Our Pod Wings!

Did you love this episode about the Ayurvedic perspective of Ozempic and other weight loss drugs? This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you love show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to:

  1. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes
  2. Write us a review in iTunes
  3. Share this show with one friend right now!

It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app.

Here’s the link to leave us reviews in iTunes.

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Katie

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Ayurveda is a complex and vast folk medicine syste Ayurveda is a complex and vast folk medicine system that arose out of ancient India as long as 5,000 years ago. Ayurveda offers us tools to not only heal, but thrive, physically, mentally, relationally and spiritually.

Ayurveda teaches that in order to embody true health (of body, mind and spirit) there are three pillars that must be honored. 

🍋 Pillar #1 Food

According to Ayurveda, all disease originates in the digestive system. When we eat the wrong foods for our body, eat too much late at night, emotionally eat, or eat winter foods in the summer, our belly suffers.

Food is the essence of all life. 

What you put into your body gives you the power to make your life’s purpose a reality. In order to be an earth-shaking, present, wise woman, we’ve got to fuel our machine with premium gas. 

☁️ Pillar #2 Sleep

Getting our beauty z’s can do wonders for how we look and feel, inside and out. Sleep allows the body to detoxify itself from the day, revamping us for the day to come. 

Sleep is also when we heal the tissues of the physical body. It’s the time when we do a major subconscious dump of any undigested emotions and life scenarios.

⚡️ Pillar #3 Shakti

This pillar is all about the management of the vital, creative, life-force that runs through each of us. How do we manage our energy? How do we use our attention and our body? If we look at one of the meanings of the word bramacharya, which is what Ayurveda calls this pillar, we gain insight into what the ancients understood.

One interpretation of the word is “to walk with God.” An example of this is checking in with our heart (you can think of this as your conscience, intuition or God) before engaging in decision making. In this way, our choices are more aligned with our highest intentions and the higher good.

🌹 Want to explore this wisdom more deeply?
 
Comment WISDOM to access our free Women’s Wisdom + Ayurveda mini-course.

🌿 And if you’re feeling the deeper pull…

Our Level 1 Feminine-Form Ayurveda Training is already underway, and we’re still welcoming women who feel the call.

Comment AYURVEDASCHOOL to learn more and join us.
At The Shakti School, we are a place of learning a At The Shakti School, we are a place of learning and unlearning. Yes, you’ll receive rich teachings, ancient wisdom, tools, philosophy and so much more Sanskrit than you ever could have imagined. 📚🪔✨⁠
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Just as importantly, you’ll be invited to soften. To remember. To release anything that keeps you from your own inner knowing. From your own Inner Teacher.⁠
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This is feminine-form learning: not just acquiring information, but creating space for remembrance, embodiment and truth that can’t be taught. Only revealed.⁠
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If this way of learning speaks to you, it’s not too late to join us.⁠
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We are in the classroom today at 2pm US Eastern time and we are still welcoming women into this living, breathing, feminine-form approach. 🌿 ⁠
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Comment AYURVEDASCHOOL for more information.
One of the biggest questions I get from women expl One of the biggest questions I get from women exploring our program is “What can I actually do with an Ayurvedic coaching certification? What’s the scope of a coaching practice?”⁠
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Becoming a certified coach is absolutely a viable career path, and it can also enhance the offerings that you already have. 🌿⁠
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With an Ayurvedic Wellness Coach certification, you can legally and ethically work with people as a coach and educator in so many ways, including:⁠
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📒 Working 1:1 as a wellness or lifestyle coach, helping clients with digestion, stress, hormones, energy, daily rhythms and self-care (within the coaching scope and with proper insurance)⁠
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🧘🏽‍♀️ Teaching workshops in yoga studios, community spaces, retreat centers or online⁠
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🌬️ Guiding people through nutrition education, daily routines, seasonal resets, meditation, and nervous system support⁠
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🥀 Supporting women with cycle awareness, womb wellness and feminine rhythm education⁠
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🪐 Weaving Ayurveda into your existing work, whether it’s yoga, bodywork, coaching, energy work, movement or spiritual mentorship⁠
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🗓️ Creating group programs, circles or educational offerings rooted in preventative care and self-healing⁠
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💗 Using Ayurveda first and foremost for your own life—and letting your lived experience become your medicine⁠
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Working as an Ayurvedic Wellness Coach is about teaching people how to live well, how to listen to their bodies and how to create daily practices that actually work in real life.⁠
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And yes, when you go through our program you’ll also leave with real tools: a gorgeous training manual, client forms, starter business resources and a community of women walking this path with you.⁠
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Our Level 1 class began a couple of weeks ago, and we’re still welcoming our last-minute ladies who feel the nudge and don’t want to wait another year.⁠
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If this is speaking to you, send us a DM to learn more.⁠
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We’d love to welcome you into our school. 🌹
My dear brother @micah_rewilding (and Shakti schoo My dear brother @micah_rewilding (and Shakti school teacher!) reminded me to get out in it! ❄️❄️❄️❄️ post your fave winter ritual below ⬇️💘
When we try to define the feminine, we’re doing When we try to define the feminine, we’re doing our best to talk about that which really can’t be talked about. 

It can only be felt. 

It can only be experienced. 

You can start to meet the feminine by beginning to notice what’s happening in your body, what’s happening in your heart, what’s happening in your sensations, what’s happening in your emotions. 

When I start to share about the feminine with the women in our school, there is this thing that happens:

They have a recognition of something I’ve said that awakens something in them that they already knew. 

I just reminded them of what was already inside. 

And so if there’s one thing that the feminine is, it’s the wisdom in you that already knows how to heal herself, that already knows the things in your life that are weakening you and the things in your life that are strengthening you. 

That intuitive, deep wisdom, we call the feminine. 

Our approach to Ayurveda is honoring how this ancient method is rooted in folk wisdom that women have been practicing all over the world.

Women have been doing this root mother medicine for as long as we’ve been here.

And it all starts from this place of: you are the boss. 

You’re the authority on you. 

We want to provide a place and a practice and a method where you get to feel the part of you that’s the boss. 

When you start tapping into that part of you, you start to know this feeling of warmth and kindness, and that’s a good sign that you’re starting to enter into that wisdom realm. 

If you’re feeling the pull towards that remembrance… you would love our year-long Feminine-Form Ayurveda School. 

It’s a full immersion into your feminine intelligence and inner knowing, while studying the time-tested wisdom of Ayurveda in a way that honors women’s bodies, rhythms and lives.

Classes just started last week and it’s not too late to sneak in the door.

🌙 Comment AYURVEDASCHOOL to learn more.

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