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Spirit Sessions is your one-stop shop for all things emergent in sex, spirituality and self-care. Join me, Katie Silcox, New York Times Best-Selling author and Founder of The Shakti School, your one-stop shop on the best of science, ancient holistic medicine and spiritual up-leveling.

This podcast is full of fun and deep real-talk from your fave Ayurveda gal-Friday on holistic health, femme-form biohacking, mysticism and anything else that makes your life a better place to live.

Mostly, this podcast is personal. It's me speaking my most authentic heart. No holds barred. No fear. Just me, you, rad guests + soulful convo.

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Ep. 253 The #1 Sign of Nervous System Healing + 9 More

    Having a regulated nervous system doesn't mean you're always calm, happy and relaxed. In today's episode, Katie shares how nervous system healing can transform sleep, sensuality, emotional resilience, pleasure and...

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    Ep. 252 10 Uncomfortable Signs Your Nervous System Is Healing

      What if feeling more sensitive, emotional, exhausted or even angry is actually a sign that something deep inside you is healing? In this episode, Katie explores the signs your nervous...

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      Ep. 251 The Crystalline Body, Tantra and Ayurveda

        What is the crystalline body? In today's episode, Katie explores the parallels between the ancient wisdom of Tantra, modern neuroscience and the crystalline body. She shares how we can expand...

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        Ep. 250 The Art of Self-Trust

          Self-trust isn't about having all the answers, feeling completely certain or never doubting yourself. In today's episode, Katie explores the true meaning of self-trust through the lenses of Tantra, Ayurveda...

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          Ep. 249 Divine Feminine Energy: The Wild Power Within You

            Explore the deeper meaning of divine feminine energy through the wisdom of Ayurveda, Tantra and the latest Quantum Physics research. In this episode, Katie discusses the sacred balance between wildness...

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            Ep. 248 Comparing Yourself to Others: The Inner Goddess Sumo Wrestling Match

              Are you constantly comparing yourself to others? How can we break free from the comparison trap? In this episode, Katie explores the taboo inner thoughts of comparison, jealousy and insecurity...

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              Ep. 247 Are Women’s Brains Different From Men’s?

                Are female and male brains really that different? In this episode, Katie explores the science, psychology and Tantric wisdom behind feminine and masculine ways of perceiving, processing and responding to...

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                Ep. 246 Obsession, Love and Limerence: Moving from Fantasy to Freedom

                  Is it true love, unhealthy obsession or limerence? In this episode, Katie explores the psychology and ancient spiritual wisdom around limerence - a state of infatuation with a person or...

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                  Ep. 245 Spirit-Led Business Success for Female Entrepreneurs with Angelica Neri

                    Today, Katie chats with intuitive healer and friend of the podcast, Angelica Neri, for a powerful conversation about intuition, female entrepreneurship and spiritual growth. They share how to distinguish the...

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                    Ep. 244 Stevia: Sweet, But Is It Safe?

                      Today, Katie explores emerging research on stevia, a common artificial sweetener found in many wellness staples. Learn how erythritol, a common additive in stevia, affects your blood vessels and the...

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                      Ep. 243 Navigating Postpartum, Loneliness and Loss with Christine Eck of the Center for Sacred Window Studies

                        Today on the podcast, Katie is joined by Christine Eck to explore feminine spirituality, postpartum care and life's sacred transitions. Christine is an Ayurvedic Health Consultant, a Birth and Postpartum...

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                        Ep. 242 The Bliss Meditation Challenge: 30 Minutes to a New Mind

                          In today's episode, Kate introduces the Ayurvedic concept of the Koshas and explores the bliss body, the subtle layer of deep joy, inner peace and non-dual consciousness within us. She...

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                          Ep. 241 Create Space in Your Life: A Meditation

                            In today's episode, Katie explores akash, the element of space, as the medicine for hustle and the intensity of life's pitta seasons. Creating inner spaciousness allows new experiences and healing...

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                            Ep. 240 How to Practice Feminine-Form Tantra Meditation (Tantra Talks #9)

                              Today on the podcast, Katie unravels the mystery of the feminine and shares how to cultivate self-belonging, inner wisdom and freedom from limitation through the path of Tantra. Stay tuned...

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                              Ep. 239 Ayurveda Certification: What Our Graduates Are Doing Now

                                If you're feeling called to pursue your Ayurvedic certification but wondering, "What, exactly, can I do with this once I've graduated?" this episode is for you! Katie shares the many...

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                                Ep. 238 Vedic Astrology 2026: How to Ride the Archetypal Energies Ahead

                                  Geek out with Katie as she explores the planetary alignments coming in 2026 and how their energy influences our lives, through the lens of Ayurveda's sister science, Vedic Astrology. Learn...

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                                  Ep. 237 10 Life Lessons I Learned in 2025 & A New Year’s Practice

                                    In this special New Year's episode, Kaite shares the most powerful life lessons she learned in 2025. Tune in to learn a simple year-end reflection practice and hear an inspiring...

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                                    Ep. 236 Winter Surrender: Finding the Light as the Weary Soul Rejoices

                                      Surrender to the sacred mystery of life and discover your true self. Inspired by her favorite Christmas carol, "Oh Holy Night," Katie shares about self-worth, surrendering to the divine and...

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                                      Ep. 235 Why Ghee Is the Quiet Psychedelic: Expanding the Mind Without Breaking It

                                        Ghee is the ultimate nervous-system-safe psychedelic. It's soma, the sacred nectar of immortality, in a spoon. It's butter, not breakdown. Drawing from her personal Panchakarma experiences and modern neuroscience, Katie...

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                                        Ep. 234 Turmeric Magic & Midlife Messiness with Dr. Shivani Gupta

                                          Are you living an Ayurvedic lifestyle, but still missing your spark? Today on the podcast, Katie chats with Dr. Shivani Gupta - author, turmeric researcher, and new teacher here at...

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                                          Ep. 233 A Relaxing Meditation: The Four Pebbles Practice

                                            If you're feeling stressed and scattered this holiday season, today's episode is for you! In this episode, Katie guides you through the Four Pebbles Practice, a grounding, relaxing meditation that...

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                                            Ep. 232 Regulating the Nervous System with Somatic Ayurveda

                                              Do you feel like your nervous system is running the show? Tune in to learn simple, nurturing Ayurvedic practices to regulate your nervous system and bring your body into balance...

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                                              Ep. 231 From Artificial Intelligence to Ayurveda Intelligence

                                                What does artificial intelligence have to do with Ayurveda? In this episode, Katie explores the fascinating intersection between human nature and technology, beginning with her own experience in AI and...

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                                                Ep. 230 Coming Home to Your Authentic Self with Kara Liebrock

                                                  Today on the podcast, Katie is joined by Kara Liebrock. Kara is an Alignment Guide, host of The Elements of Evolution podcast and a Shakti School graduate! In today's conversation,...

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                                                  This is the rhythm of September. 🍃 Ayurveda rem This is the rhythm of September. 🍃 Ayurveda reminds us that in Northern Hemisphere, we may begin to feel the first whispers of vata season as the energy of summer softens and the body starts craving more nourishment, more boundaries and a little more quiet.⁠
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This is the perfect time to cool any lingering pitta heat while tending to your gut, your nervous system and your inner world. ⁠
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In Ayurveda, autumn isn't about doing more. It's about taking the walk through the woods, saying no without guilt, cooking up something warm and spicy on the stove and letting your heart get a little softer.⁠
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✨ Beautiful person, Early Bird registration for our 2027 Ayurvedic Wellness Coach Certification Training is officially open. If you're ready to learn how to eat, live and move with the seasons through the lens of Feminine-Form Ayurveda, comment AYURVEDASCHOOL below to learn more or book a free call with one of our graduates.⁠
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🌀Want my FREE video masterclass on Somatic Ayurveda: Balance Your Nervous System with Ancient Embodiment? Comment ENERGY below and I’ll send you the class where we dive in deep.⁠
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                                                  Late summer mess and living for it 🌶️🫑🍄 Late summer mess and living for it 🌶️🫑🍄🥕🫚🍅
                                                  September is such a threshold month in Ayurveda. 🍂 We begin to move into the cool, dry, mobile qualities of vata, which means many women start noticing more anxiety, dryness, irregular digestion, trouble sleeping or feeling a little less rooted. It’s time to lean into warmth and nourishment, and favor foods that build steadiness.⁠
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(For my Southern Hemisphere ladies… you’re moving toward spring and increasing pitta, so your bodies may be craving lighter and more cooling support. ❤️)⁠
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Some of my favorite September foods:⁠
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• Lentil soup is warming, grounding and nourishing for digestion as the air turns cooler⁠
• Nuts bring healthy fats and density, helping counteract vata’s dry, light qualities⁠
• Ghee lubricates tissues, supports digestion and mitigates dryness⁠
• Cooking your apples makes them softer and easier to digest in autumn⁠
• Sweet potato is grounding and helps build stability in the nervous system⁠
• Onions help stimulate sluggish digestion as temperatures drop⁠
• Oats are heavy, warming and comforting, making them ideal for balancing early vata season⁠
• Garlic stimulates agni and helps keep digestion strong⁠
• Dates are sweet, building and nourishing for depleted energy and dryness⁠
• Potatoes provide grounding carbohydrates when paired with healthy fats and spices⁠
• Chicken is warming and strengthening, helping rebuild tissues and sustain energy⁠
• Sesame seeds are one of Ayurveda’s favorite foods for vata because of their oily, warming qualities⁠
• Carrots offer sweetness and earthiness while supporting nourishment through seasonal transition⁠
• Basmati rice is easy to digest and pairs well with warming spices during autumn⁠
• Salmon provides nourishing fats that help counter dryness in the skin, joints and nervous system⁠
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🌹 The doors to our 2027 Ayurvedic Wellness Coach Certification are officially OPEN for Early Bird enrollment. If you’ve been feeling called to study Ayurveda in a deeper way, comment AYURVEDASCHOOL below and we’ll send you more information.⁠
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🌿 If you’re ready to explore an intuitive and embodied approach to healing and women’s health, comment WISDOM to get our free Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course right now.
                                                  Your body may not be asking for another supplement Your body may not be asking for another supplement, protocol or wellness optimization.⁠
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She may be asking for your attention.⁠
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For touch. For rhythm. For nourishment. For a deeper understanding of the incredible systems constantly working beneath the surface.⁠
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In this one-hour workshop, Katie Silcox, NYT bestselling author and founder of The Shakti School, will explore full-body wellness through the lens of Feminine-Form Ayurveda. She will help connect the dots between hormones, stress, inflammation, digestion, lymphatic flow and the autonomic nervous system.⁠
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And you’ll learn the ultimate self-massage: a physical, sacred and deeply feminine practice you can bring into your own rhythm of self-care.⁠
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✨ FREE LIVE WORKSHOP⁠
✨ September 23 at 11am ET⁠
✨ Can’t make it live? Sign up and we’ll send you the recording.⁠
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🧬 Register via the link in bio or comment FLOW and we’ll send you the link directly!
                                                  You can also use apples, apricots, pears and cherr You can also use apples, apricots, pears and cherries (as many fruits as you like!) in this beautifully warming winter fruit stew. Reserve the extra liquid for desserts, or even drink as a tea. 

As September winds down in the Northern Hemisphere, Ayurveda reminds us that our digestion begins to shift along with the seasons. As vata starts to rise, agni (our digestive fire) can become a little more delicate, making this the perfect time to welcome in warm, cooked, gently spiced foods that nourish both the gut and the nervous system. 

Sweet, sour and salty tastes become especially supportive right now because they help ground, hydrate and steady the body. This cozy stewed fruit recipe is one of my favorite ways to do that!

✨ Early Bird registration for our 2027 Level 1 Ayurvedic Wellness Coach Certification Training is now open. Comment AYURVEDASCHOOL to learn more or book a free call with one of our graduates.

🌀 Want to understand why foods and practices like this are so supportive for your nervous system? Comment ENERGY and we’ll send you the replay of my free class, Somatic Ayurveda: Balancing the Nervous System with Ancient Embodiment.

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