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. 26 A Happy Podcast on Death
A new perspective on death, tenderness and grace periods. In this episode I discuss: ~A reading from the Bhairava Tantra ~Tantra as tenderness ~The veil between matter and spirit ~Death...
Ep. 25 Staying Spicy in the Winter BLAHS
How to use the science of Ayurveda and the practices of Tantra to stay sane in the dead of winter and thrive. In this episode I discuss: ~The fear of...
Ep. 24 The Gremlin of “Never Enough”
A look at what makes us feel like we need to go go go In this episode I discuss: ~Triphala and Kapha Essentials by ApotheKary! My friends started an ayurvedic...
Ep. 23 Why Your Yoga Practice May Need to Die
This is an introductory talk on my newest research into the nervous system, yoga in America, women in yoga and more. I hope it peaks your interest. It's just a...
Ep. 22 Meditate With Me: A 15-minute Anti-Anxiety Meditation
In this special bonus episode, Katie leads you through a 15-minute anti-anxiety meditation to melt away stress. This meditation is particularly helpful during the holiday season when you're juggling family,...
Ep. 21 Overcoming Anxiety in a PTSD World
We're living in the midst of an anxiety epidemic, so in today's episode, Katie discusses her personal journey with anxiety and depression and shares the sweet practices she uses for...
Ep. 20 Honoring Our Ancestors This Winter
Coming to you from snowy Virginia! We invite you to feel the healing power of hibernation and cozy up with today's podcast episode about honoring our ancestors. The winter season...
Ep. 19 BONUS Thanksgiving Special
Join Kaite and surprise guest, Vera Silcox (aka Katie's mom) for a sweet, candid conversation about Thanksgiving, dating, and the special relationship between mother and daughter. Topics discussed in this...
Ep. 18 Sleep Like a Baby this Winter…Yes Please.
Excitement for the winter is percolating! Here at The Shakti School, we love the way the winter season gives you permission to be a bear and hibernate. So in today's...
Ep. 17 Owning Aphrodite – A Bootleg Broadcast
In this bootleg live broadcast from The Shakti School's OJAS training, Katie dives deep into feminine archetypal wisdom and a discussion about the goddess Aphrodite. We talk about all things...
Ep. 16 Everyday Ecstasy Aphrodite & Why The World Needs More Priestesses
Mother Nature is so beautiful and she's the biggest flirt! Right now, she is radiating through the colorful fall colors of the trees. This everyday ecstasy we recognize in the...
Ep. 15 Fall Ayurveda Routines + Good Boundaries
Fall is upon us! The more you understand the laws of nature and the qualities therein, the more you can understand what's going on in your unique body. So in...
Ep. 14 Feminine Archetypes of the Glorious Queen, Sacred Prostitute or Worthless Girl (Tantra Talks #3)
In this episode, Kaite discusses the true meaning and purpose of Tantra and the feminine archetypes through a Tantric lens. Tune in to awaken your feminine side and ignite your...
Ep. 13 Find Peace in Chaos + Rad Lil’ Bones Meditation
Are thing in your life shifting, changing and feeling completely chaotic? You've come to the right place! Our society at large is experiencing major shifts, not to mention the constant...
Ep. 12 I’m F*ing Feeling Triggered on Instagram
You're scrolling through Instagram but then see something that triggers negative, intense emotions. Or maybe you're just walking through life, minding your own business when all of a sudden something...
Ep. 11 Holy Shit, How To Become A Tantric House Witch!
In this fun conversation about the new moon, tantra, and making life a lot more fun by keeping your house clean, Katie chats about how to become a tantric house...
Ep. 10 My Yoga and Ayurveda Soapbox: Bootleg Broadcast from Shine Yoga Cincinnati
If you love Yoga but feel like something is missing in your wellness journey then you're in the right place. In this bootleg broadcast live from Shine Yoga in Cincinnati,...
Ep. 09 Pulsing Fiery Devasting Love (Tantra Talks #2)
There are many misconceptions about Tantra. Through Tantric practices, we can experience pulsing, fiery, devastating love. However, Tantric wisdom is so much broader than just love for a partner. These...
Ep. 08 What is Tantra? (Tantra Talks #1)
What if the ancient tradition of Tantra is actually much deeper, richer, and more relevant to your modern life than you've been led to believe? In this episode, Katie dives...
Ep. 07 Detox – The Ayurveda Way
Extreme detoxes are all the rage these days, but what would our Ayurvedic foremothers think of all these extreme cleanses? Seasonal cleansing is an important part of an Ayurvedic lifestyle,...
Ep. 06 Ayurveda 101 – Metabolism, Toxic Gunk and Your Sex Vitality (Bootleg Broadcast from Asheville!)
Today on the podcast we have a special LIVE recording of Katie's lecture, Ayurveda 101, from the Ashville Yoga Festival! Learn about the basics of Ayurveda including a love story...
Ep. 05 What Is Ghee? How We Use It?
In this episode, Katie dishes all about her favorite food and self-care secret, ghee! Ghee is referenced over and over again in ancient Ayurvedic texts, but you might be asking...
Ep. 04 Get Great Digestion & Poophoria
Are you tired of feeling bloated, sluggish and heavy after meals? Having great digestion and elimination are incredibly important to our overall health, so in this episode Katie shares time-tested...
Ep. 03 Summer Date Shake! OMG Love!
Here in Virginia, we're in the middle of a heat wave. So in today's mini-episode, Katie shares her favorite date shake recipe to help you stay cool and feel amazing!...