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. 194 Your Ayurveda School Questions Answered
Are you considering studying Ayurveda more deeply? Here at The Shakti School, we approach Ayurvedic education a bit differently. We deeply respect and share the ancient Ayurvedic guidelines, protocols, recipes...
Ep. 193 Triphala: The #1 Ayurvedic Herb I Keep Coming Back To
In many regions of India, the herb triphala is considered a cure-all! Scientific studies have shown that triphala can help improve digestion, reduce inflammation, stabilize blood sugar levels, support liver...
Ep. 192 Revolutionizing Pregnancy and Postpartum Care with Ashlee Sakaishi Wilkin
If you're pregnant, postpartum, trying to conceive or know someone who is on a fertility journey, this episode is for you! Today Katie is joined by beloved Shakti School teacher,...
Ep. 191 The Meaning of Tantra (Tantra Talks #8)
Tantra is not what most people here in America and Europe believe it is - a mere discipline of sacred sex. While sacred sex is great, the true purpose, practice...
Ep. 190 What is Feminine-Form Ayurveda?
Here at The Shakti School, we're all about embodying feminine-form Ayurveda, but what does that actually mean? What is feminine-form Ayurveda and why do we love it? In this podcast...
Ep. 189 Finding Meaning in Heartbreak and Time to Fall Apart
Whether you're going through a breakup, divorce, job loss or grieving a loved one this episode is for you. Sometimes when we think we're at our breaking point life throws...
Ep. 188 Your Fall Ayurvedic Kitchari Cleanse Guide
As the seasons change so do our body and spirit! According to Ayurvedic tradition, fall is a sacred time of year when we can experience deep clarity and insight into...
Ep. 187 I Had No Other Choice Than Spirituality with Elaine Glass
Does it feel like something is missing from your life? Often what we're missing is a connection to our soul and spirituality. In this episode, Katie is joined by author...
Ep. 186 Menopause Made Me Look Like My Mother with Mary Thompson
If you're perimenopausal or know someone who is going through menopause this episode is for you! Unfortunately, much of the mainstream conversation around menopause shames women for experiencing symptoms, but...
Ep. 185 How to Be an Ayurveda Beauty Bombshell
Today we go back to the ancient, time-tested Ayurveda beauty basics! According to Ayurveda, true beauty radiates from the inside out. It begins with digestion, hydration, and emotional health. An...
Ep. 184 Psychic Secrets Held in Your Skin
Our culture is obsessed with having youthful, juicy skin! While there's nothing wrong with wanting beautiful skin, we've been sold a lie that only youthful skin is beautiful. In this...
Ep. 183 The Deep Spirituality of Agni
In this special episode, we're giving you a sneak peek inside our Ayurveda School! Katie teaches about the Ayurvedic concept of agni in this lecture from our 2023 program. Agni...
Ep. 182 Hot Girl Summer Self-Care
If you're feeling hot and bothered this summer you're not alone! In today's episode, Kate shares summer self-care practices and Ayurvedic recommendations to keep you cool! In Ayurvedic philosophy, summer...
Ep. 181 Ayurveda Fundamentalism & Why We May Wanna Avoid It
In today's episode, Kate dives into a topic that's been on her heart for years, Ayurveda Fundamentalism! Many of us live in polarized cultures and have a fundamentalist mindset that,...
Ep. 180 Manifestation and Eight Feet of Nothing with Summer McStravick
Are you ready to align with your wildest dreams and invite more magic into your life? In this episode, Katie is joined by personal growth coach, author, and manifestation maestro,...
Ep. 179 The Three Doshas: Are you a bullfrog or an orchid?
In this episode, Katie takes us back to Ayurveda 101! She shares how the five elements of nature and the three doshas (vata, pitta, and kapha) express themselves in nature,...
Ep. 178 Boundaries
Do you have a hard time saying 'no' when someone asks for help? Maybe you want to do all the things now that spring has sprung! Unfortunately, when we lack...
Ep. 177 The Subtle Energetics of Spring with Lisa Marie Rankin
As the spring weather oscillates between cold and warm, wet and dry, it's no surprise that many of us experience confusion in our lives, relationships, and careers at this time....
Ep. 176 Kapha Mama! How to Release the Heavy
If you've been feeling a little out of sorts, heavy, and lethargic you're not alone! According to Ayurvedic wisdom, we've entered into the kapha season when the wet, muddy environment...
Ep. 175 Channel Joy Amidst the Chaos with Brett Larkin
If you have trouble staying consistent with your yoga practice, or if your daily routine has become rigid and uninspired today's episode is for you! This week Kaite is joined...
Ep. 174 Explore Your Inner Child with Nicole Frolick
Are you doing everything you're "supposed" to do to create the life of your dreams, but still can't break free from self-sabotaging patterns? Your inner child may be trying to...
Ep. 173 Be Your Luminous Self with Tracee Stanley
Tune in this week for a centering, guided yoga nidra practice from Tracee Stanley. Let Tracee's melodic voice guide you into a deep, restful, grounded state. In her latest book,...
Ep. 172 Embodied Nutrition with Claire Ragozzino
This week Katie chats with certified Ayurveda Counselor and yoga teacher Claire Ragozzino about all things embodied nutrition. They go beyond the typical Ayurvedic food rules and Dosha food lists...
Ep. 171 Claim Your Erotic Nature with Deborah Kagan
This week Katie chats with author and sexuality mentor Deborah Kagan about how to connect with your mojo and tap into your innate power! Whether you're single and navigating the...