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. 227 The Precious Things Practice: Death is Not What We Think it Is
Today on the podcast, Katie shares how embracing impermanence can bring more presence and peace to our lives. She draws on Buddhist wisdom, the Yoga Sutras and the guidance of...
Ep. 226 The Night My House Burned & What Truly Saved Me
In this deeply personal solocast, Katie opens up about the life-altering experience of losing her home to a fire, and the profound spiritual lessons that have emerged from the ashes....
Ep. 225 Tea with Your Shadow Self: From Self-Sabotage to Self-Compassion with Carly Banks
What if you invited the parts of yourself that you dislike the most to tea? At The Shakti School, we believe that part of our purpose here on earth is...
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...
Ep. 223 Dating Apps: Spiritual Yay or Nay?
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...
Ep. 222 Summer Routines & Rituals to Help You Chill
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...
Ep. 221 I’m Married to Algae: Katie Talks To Algae Expert and ENERGYbits® Founder, Catharine Arnston
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...
Ep. 220 Spiritual Business with Stemregen CEO Ryan Riley (Katie Talks With Smart Dudes Series #5)
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,...
Ep. 219 Anger, Parasites and Cherry Pie with Author Lisa Gunshore
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...
Ep. 218 Marketing, Gender Roles & A.I. with Mark Young (Katie Talks With Smart Dudes Series #4)
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...
Ep. 217 Ozempic: A Compassionate Ayurvedic Perspective
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...
Ep. 216 The Heart Chakra: Love, Courage and Goofball Energy
Living from the heart is one of the most courageous things we can do. A healthy heart chakra brings about grace, strength and impenetrable boundaries. In today's episode, Katie shares...
Ep. 215 Sankalpa: The Magic of Finding Your Heart’s Deepest Intentions
If you're feeling stuck or unsure about what you want to do with this one precious life, today's episode is for you! In this solo cast, Katie explores the Ayurvedic...
Ep. 214 Feeling rejected or like a weirdo, woo-woo outsider? I got you.
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...
Ep. 213 Ayurveda For Weight Balancing
According to yogic philosophy, food is an important spiritual teacher, yet many of us are caught in an exhausting cycle of overindulgence and restriction. In today's episode, Katie shares weight-balancing...
Ep. 212 Soothe Your Nervous System and Get Pumped!
Scientists have linked many of today's most common health issues, from digestive problems to chronic back pain, to stress and nervous system dysregulation. In this episode, Katie shares how our...
Ep. 211 7 Steps to Deepen Your Meditation Practice
Here at The Shakti School we meditate a bit differently. In this episode, Katie shares seven important steps to establishing a feminine-form meditation practice that honors your unique, embodied experience...
Ep. 210 The Drama Triangle: Why it’s Wrecking Your Relationships and How to End It
Do you want to create more healthy relationships with your partner, family, co-workers and friends? In today's episode, Katie shares a powerful framework for understanding your patterns in relationships, the...
Ep. 209 A Good Death: Sensuality, Life and Learning to Die Authentically with Katy Butler
Today Katie is joined by Buddhist journalist and New York Times bestseller, Katy Butler. Her books examine how our culture has over-medicalized death and lost touch with its sacredness. In...
Ep. 208 Awaken Your Feminine Energy Through Yoga & Ayurveda with Brett Larkin
Today on the podcast Katie is joined by dear friend and founder of Uplifted Yoga, Brett Larkin! This episode is a total lovefest as Brett and Katie share why tapping...
Ep. 207 The Wound is The Way with Cat Pinfold
We all put up walls and armor ourselves when we get hurt. This armor is often necessary to get through the day and show up for our work. However, sometimes...
Ep. 206 Are You Actually Grown? Reparenting Your Inner Mother & Father with Cynthia Amaro
What is reparenting and how can you begin this inner work? According to Ayurveda, we are all dualistic creatures who have both feminine and masculine energies within us. Unfortunately, most...
Ep. 205 Winter Magic, Death and Dignity
In most nature-based cultures and spiritual traditions, January is a time for deep internal reflection, not New Year's celebrations. Winter magic is about opening our hearts to an important truth...
Ep. 204 Feminine-Form Ayurveda for Women
Here at The Shakti School we practice and teach Ayurveda a bit differently than other schools. Today on the pod, Kaite shares why it's so important to balance the feminine...