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Ep. 214 Feeling rejected or like a weirdo, woo-woo outsider? I got you.

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Today’s episode is for all the witchy, woo-woo, weirdos out there who are feeling rejected, left out or misunderstood. You’re not alone! Here at The Shakti School, we’re regularly asked the question, “How do you deal with feeling like an outsider? People don’t understand me!” Tune in for Katie’s heartfelt advice about what to do when you’re feeling rejected and how to cultivate an unshakable sense of belonging!

Want to be a part of a community of like-minded souls? You’re invited to join our Spirit Sessions membership! Click here to learn more.

In this episode about feeling rejected, you’ll hear:

~ What to do when you’re feeling rejected

~ Why you shouldn’t be your mom's guru

~ Why is belonging so important to us?

~ Unconditional self-acceptance

~ How to develop a sense of belonging

~ Opening your heart to feeling rejected

~ Practical ways to share Ayurveda with friends and family

~ How to talk to people who don’t “get” you

~ Speaking the language of Mother Nature

~ Deeply respecting the journey of others

~ The importance of leading by example

~ Why it’s okay to be different

~ 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

Related episodes to listen to when you’re feeling rejected:

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

~ Ep. 181 Ayurveda Fundamentalism & Why We May Wanna Avoid It

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Katie

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Natalie is a former professional figure skater who Natalie is a former professional figure skater who was longing for connection with herself, her cycle, the elements and her community. That’s what led her to The Shakti School. ⛸️🌿

“Shakti School does such a great job of sitting us down every week and communing with each other, with ourselves and sparking the magic and wisdom that’s already within us.” – Natalie Wegenka

🌹Natalie Wegenka is a proud Level 2 graduate of The Shakti School and since completing her studies, she has been sharing Ayurveda through her brand, Nai’a-Veda.

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