Your Chakra Coach

I'm excited to dive into today's episode, where my guest, Natalie Viglione, and I explore the enchanting journey of remembering your magick—the inner strength and abilities often forgotten in the chaos of life.

Meet Natalie, the visionary founder of Disrupt Now Programs + Podcast and Team Gu, residing within the sacred container of Sacred Soul Health Trust. As a Master Herbalist-in-Training and wisdom keeper of Celtic-Druid lineages, Natalie's mission is to guide you in rediscovering your magick.

We unravel the ways our magick gets forgotten and discuss how practices like chakra work can reignite the flame within. Our conversation centers on reclaiming the core of who we are before the world told us who to be.

Key Takeaways

• Rediscovering forgotten inner magick.
• The role of chakra work in self-discovery.
• Reclaiming true divinity and personal power.

Today, I welcome back TeriLeigh, a Mindfulness Coach and Chakras Expert. Our previous episode (189: Chakra Science) touched on affirmations, and today, TeriLeigh explores the art of crafting affirmations that truly resonate with our desires. She delves into the nuances of wording, intention, and the crucial alignment between body and mind. If you've ever felt affirmations didn't work for you, TeriLeigh's pragmatic and kind advice might just provide the clarity you need. Join us as we unravel the intricacies of aligning affirmations with the life we envision.

Happy New Year! It's the first episode of 2024 and today we explore the transformative power of chakras, delving into each energy center's role in holistic well-being. From building self-trust in the root chakra to fostering vulnerability in the heart chakra, we discuss practical intentions for the new year. Join us as we navigate the path to authenticity, joy, and balance, aligning intentions with the wisdom of the chakras.

In this episode, we dive deep into the interconnected realms of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being with guest, Aesha Tahir—an award-winning author, keynote speaker, and movement specialist. Aesha, who is both an exercise physiologist and a yoga teacher, shares her unique approach to holistic health, emphasizing that our emotional, spiritual, and physical aspects are inseparable. Join me as we explore the concept that working on one facet of our lives inherently impacts all others, and discover Aesha's insightful perspective on the profound relationship between our physical posture and energetic body. Whether you're familiar with chakra balancing or eager to delve into the science behind the mind-body connection, Aesha's expertise promises to resonate with you.

In today's episode, I'm joined by therapist, author, and speaker Ruth Fearnow to explore the concept of therapeutic mindfulness. Ruth sheds light on how individuals may unintentionally use mindfulness or meditation to avoid confronting trauma, rather than utilizing them as tools for growth. She eloquently explains the pitfalls of emotional avoidance, emphasizing the potential long-term harm it can inflict on daily choices. Ruth guides us through cultivating non-judgmental focused attention and introduces the power of "allowing phrases" to help us use mindfulness as a means of sitting with, rather than evading, our emotions. Join us for a profound exploration of therapeutic mindfulness and its transformative potential.

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of mudras and yoga practices with our special guest, Ram Jain, a seasoned expert in the field. Born into a Jain family in India, where yoga has been a way of life for five generations, Ram brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion.

The episode kicks off by exploring the world of mudras, which are intricate hand positions used to channel subtle energies within the body. Ram Jain sheds light on how these positions help in adjusting the five elements present in our bodies.

Ram Jain's formal yoga education commenced at the age of eight in a traditional Vedic school. There, he delved into the study of ancient scriptures, yoga, and Sanskrit. With 34 years on the path of yoga and over 23 years of teaching experience, Ram has become a beacon in the yoga community. Since 2009, more than 12,000 yoga teachers have graduated from his yoga ashrams in India, the Netherlands, and their online academy.

Today I’m doing something a little different on the show. A few weeks ago, I was a guest on an amazing radio show called Postcards to the Universe with Melisa Caprio and she was kind enough to share the recording with me. It’s much too long to play here, so I’ve edited together some bits of the first part where we talk about the root, sacral, solar plexus, and heart chakras, how they affect our day-to-day lives, our physical and emotional well-being, play a part in the manifesting and creation process, and why imbalances can appear.

Today I have my friend, chakra coach and author Erin Garay on the show to share her very interesting and somewhat unique approach to chakra balancing and healing. Erin takes the concept of paired chakras to the next level in a system is all about Establishing Equilibrium between two chakras that affect each other, the idea being that you can balance a chakra by focusing on its pair. Erin gives real-world examples of how an imbalance between two chakras could be affecting your health and wellness, as well as how to balance them to feel better.

Today's conversation is all about the Science of Chakras! My guest, TeriLeigh, teaches us all about how the chakras are directly connected to and part of your nervous system and physical structures. We talk about atoms and molecules and nerve ganglia, but we also talk about auras and energy. TeriLeigh combines the two, shows us that they’re an integrated system, and shares some really practical tips on how to use breath, intention, and movement to balance your chakras.

Today I am talking to Dr. Liz Carter, an expert in Five Element Chinese Medicine. If you're not sure what that is, no worries - she explains it all, as well as why this ancient whole-body system is relevant today and how we can use it to improve our emotional, mental, and physical health.

Dr. Liz Carter is a licensed naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist who has been practicing in the Seattle area since 2011. She’s been teaching online courses about Chinese medicine and naturopathic medicine since 2019 and loves helping people feel empowered, engaged, and excited about their health. Her passion is helping people find the root cause of their issues and supporting them through the mental, emotional, and spirit-based challenges of modern life.

If you've ever wondered how to get the answers you need or how to find closure in a relationship, you'll definitely want to listen to Ronnie Ann Ryan. Ronnie shares with us a technique she developed called "Conversations on the Inner Plane" that allow you to connect on an energetic level with anyone, anywhere, any time to find clarity and understanding.

What does "enough" feel like? If our current systems had their way, we'd never find out. But my guest today, Laura Hartley, is here to change that. Laura offers insight into how we've internalized the capitalistic and patriarchal myths that we are not enough, that our problems are all our fault, and that we simply have to accept the world we live in. If you've ever thought that there has to be a better way, a way for the world to be that works well for all people rather than just the privileged few, then this is the conversation for you!

This week I'm talking to Samaya Traci Hill, a Sublte Energy Alchemist who helps people release trapped emotions that are causing chronic illness, disease, and general unhappiness. She shares her story of getting a devastating MS diagnosis, and her journey to deciding to treat it without traditional medicine. Samaya also shares how you can learn to identify and release trapped emotions in yourself, allowing you to pursue your passion, purpose, and best life!

This week we'll work on opening our heart chakras to allow energy to flow more freely. A blocked or stagnant heart chakra can cause us to feel off, and inhibit our ability to give and receive love in the way we want and need. There will be a little bit of physical movement to take advantage of how our physical bodies are inseperable from our more subtle bodies - emotional, mental, spiritual, astral.

Today we’re talking about something I knew almost nothing about before I talked to the expert, Stacy Gissal - Human Design. It’s a method of understanding yourself a little better, learning what motivates you on a core level and how to connect with your authentic self. There are several broad archetypes of Human Design that are influenced by our experiences throughout life. Stacy shows us how to remove the "psychic clutter" in our design and start leading a life full of passion and purpose.

It's one of my favorite stress relieving breaths this week - nadi shoshana, or alternate nostril breath. I use this one almost daily for general stress relief and then extra in times of anxiety or stress. It calms and balances your physical body and your energy body, giving your nervous system a chance to relax and heal.

Here are the episodes I mention about stress responses:

142: The Solar Plexus Chakra Stress Response - Fight

143: The Root Chakra Stress Response - Flight

144: The Throat Chakra Stress Response - Freeze

145: The Sacral Chakra Stress Response - Fawn

Spiritual bypassing is the idea that we can use our spiritual practices to avoid doing the hard work of addressing earthly concerns. It can also mean putting on a happy, "good vibes only" persona so that we don't have to experience our hard, painful emotions. It's normal to want to feel better right away, but true growth and self-care only comes from honestly addressing our reality. We'll also talk about the community responsibility we have to one another and why we can't spiritually bypass our way out of injustice.

Today’s practice is a little interaction with your community in a positive, intentional way. Research has shown that engaging in conversations with strangers has many positive health benefits, including increased happiness, a strengthened sense of belonging, increased mental sharpness, a decreased sense of loneliness and isolation, and improved trust. I'll give you some ways to do this that can both keep you safe and have the uplifting effect we're hoping to have!

Today we’re going to do something a little different. It’s a body awareness exercise that you can use if you’re feeling like your head is spinning with a million thoughts. This is a quick practice you can do to bring your focus and your energy back into your body to feel grounded and secure.

This week's breathwork is a cooling breath, especially useful for settling intense emotions when you're feeling overwhelmed. It's designated a feminine breath - remember to listen to episode 170 if you're curious about that term - and will affect all of the associated chakras, particularly the sacral. Use it any time you need a moment of calm in your day.

Today we’re talking about energy using the definition “our power to do inner work” (a close translation of the Sanskrit word shakti) and how we might be leaking that energy from our chakras. We'll discuss the ways in which we lose energy - our power - through these centers and lose our ability to do inner work there. This is important to be know because if we leak all of our power to do this work, we lose our ability to heal ourselves. You'll learn what an energy leak looks like in each of these four chakras (Crown, Third Eye, Throat, and Heart) as well as how to stop the leaks. We'll also talk about the difference between "blocks" and "leaks," as well as how you can have both at the same time.

Today I’m sharing a breath that stimulates the root chakra. It’s a general “masculine” breath, meaning that it will stimulate all of your masculine energy chakras (more on that in Episode 170!). This breath is excellent for creating heat and energy in the body if you need a boost during the day, and for activating your Root Chakra!

Today I’ve got the first in a new series I’m working on about spiritual practices that don’t always seem like spiritual practices. Every few weeks, I’ll share on a topic that can expand what we think of as spiritual practices. As the saying goes, we’re spiritual beings having a human experience - everything we do is part of our spiritual development. First up, we’ll start with sexual healing as a spiritual practice. It’s a conversation I had with sex therapist Heather Shannon, where we explore the idea that our sexuality isn't just linked to the sacral chakra, or even the heart chakra. Rather, our entire energy system is affected by our sexual health.

We all breathe - why should we practice? This week I offer three really solid reasons to practice your breath and some space to breathe deeply. Remember - five deep breaths can change everything! Or at least how you feel about everything...

This week’s mindfulness technique is a cooling or soothing breath. This breath, sitali pranayama, cools down the body and the mind which means it’s very good for reducing anxiety. You can use it whenever you’re feeling stressed – just a few rounds will make a big difference.

Self-love can feel so complicated and out of reach. So, introducing...self-like! It's the low-key, no-committment, let's-just-see-where-this-goes version that might just allow us to pursue self-love one day. Or not. Either way is fine! Today we'll talk about what self-like could be and a few ways to see if it works for you. No stigma, no pressure, no labels. Just friends :)

It's something new and practical for your midweek! Each week I'll release a short chakra balancing technique that you can take with you anywhere. Today we start with Box Breathing, good for centering and grounding yourself, reducing stress, and improving mood. It is a great Root Chakra balancing technique!

It's another listener request episode! Today we’re talking about grounding, generally what we think of as a root chakra aspect. And the question was essentially “what IS grounding?” It's such a common thing to say, but rarely does anyone offer an explanation of what that means or what it might feel like or how to do it beyond "do a grounding meditation." I want to talk through these questions today and then give you some practical ideas, hopefully at least one you haven’t tried!

Join me as I stumble through the oft-negelcted right of the Third Eye Chakra - To Be Seen. We'll talk a little more about self-sabotage (see Episode 168 for the first exploration of this) and how that can show up in our lives when we're afraid to be our authentic selves, let people see us for who we truly are, and fear of success.

We hear about shadow work all the time and that we need to be doing it, but if my DMs are any indication, a lot of us are confused about what exactly shadow work is, who should do it, and how to do it. It can also be a little unclear how it relates to the chakras, if at all. Today's episode aims to clear it all up and give you a primer on what shadow work could look like in your life and in your healing/integration journey.

In this episode, we're talking about a method of healing you night not have considered or know much about - psychedelics. Yes, these are generally illegal in the United States, but rest assured we are talking about legal use, or pre-illegal use. Dr. Jahan Khamsehzadeh is an academic, a researcher who studies psilocybin, the compound found in mushrooms and other plants that can have hallucinogenic effects. We’re talking about the history of plant use in indigenous tribes, and the impact these plant medicines may have had on the development of consciousness as we know it. We’ll also get into the current legal research that’s being done all over the world and how psychedelics are being used to treat depression, anxiety, addiction, and even PTSD. It’s a fascinating conversation, but if you don’t care to hear about these substances, then just skip over today’s episode and I’ll see you next week!

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In the beginning, it was all energy - there was no divide, no hierarchy, and no labels. And then someone got the idea to divide types and styles of energy into feminine and masculine and it's been downhill ever since. Okay, that might be a bit dramatic, but the elevation of certain human traits over others and the assigning of general traits to individuals based on gender assumptions is not doing the world any favors. Today we'll talk about the origin of the terms, how various energy types show up, and why it's so important to balance "masculine" and "feminine" energy styles in our chakra systems. We'll break it down by chakra and discuss how the misunderstanding and misapplication of these terms is causing disharmony between us and within ourselves.

Today I sit down with Swami Nityananda to talk about spiritual freedom – what that is, what it can mean, what it can look like – and a lot of the conversation is around being able to have inner peace, joy, and connection even when the world is falling down around you. Even when it feels like your insides are crumbling. It's an invitation to approach ourselves and others with compassion and learn how to connect light to light. We explore what the saying "We Are All One" might actually mean and how we can respect both our universal energy and individual bodies. Swami Nityanda teaches non-dual awareness, which is simply the practice of being aware that there is truly no separation between us, a philosophy that can guide us toward peace and empathy.

Today’s topic has been on my mind for a couple of months now as I find myself struggling to do the things I want to do or get done. Does that ever happen to you? You really want to do something, but you can’t find the motivation or you do things that seem to be in exact opposition to what you’re trying to do? It’s self-sabotage. In yoga, there are three types of self-sabotage and they show up in three chakras - the solar plexus, the heart, and the third eye. We'll talk about what they are, why they happen, signs you may be experiencing them, and of course, what to do to start healing.

Play isn't something we need to abandon when we grow up! However, it can be hard to imagine exactly what it looks like in a life of responsibility. Today Alara Sage guides us through the process of reawakening our innate sense of play to access bliss, joy, love, and peace while healing our nervous system and releasing stored trauma. By unlocking our creativity with play, we can open our sacral, heart, and third eye chakras to allow us to expand into our most authentic, vibrant self!

Meet Lauren Drake, professional numerologist and chakra enthusiast! Today we're talking about our Core numbers - the five numbers based on our birthdates and names that can help us understand ourselves and the lives we're here to lead and the lessons we're here to learn.

Let's slow down the physical practice of yoga this week and talk about some alternatives to fast-paced classes. We'll cover Restorative, Yin, Iyengar, and Kundalini practices - perhaps lesser known but equally valuable! And as always, I'll remind you that physical postures are not the only way to practice the philosophy of yoga and that in all our asana classes, we're looking to incorporate the other limbs of yoga as well (the breath, meditation, etc.). This is part two of the mini-series, so if you're interested in learning more about Hatha, Ashtanga, Power, and Vinyasa yoga classes, check out episode 164.

It's a listener request episode! I'm going to go over a few different types of yoga asana (poses or postures, a physical practice) that you might see on a yoga studio schedule or in the name of a YouTube video. I'll share what you can expect in the practice, some benefits of each, and who each type might be good for. Hopefully having this information will help you decide what kind of yoga class is right for you!

We'll also talk about how the broader philosophy of yoga isn't limited to just physical postures, what we think of in the West as "yoga." Instead, it is a life practice that anyone can participate in in a wide variety of ways!

Let's talk about something awkward today, shall we? It's money. And I know we're not supposed to talk about it, certainly not as people interested in a spiritual path, but the fact is we do need money (or the energetic currency we call money) to survive in the physical world. Beliefs around money that get created when we're children and reinforced when we're adults can cause trauma to the Root Chakra that may be impacting you in ways you don't even realize. Today we'll start to tease out the difference between the value of a dollar and the value of a person - seems obviously, but it's definitely trickier than it appears at first glance!

Today's episode is all about how to use journaling to get in touch with your authentic, highest self. We'll talk about some of the obstacles to journaling and how to overcome them, as well as three specific types of journaling that I've used and why each one is useful at different times in our lives. 

On today's episode, my friend Ian Roth shares with us how integrating lessons from our past lives can help us heal in this one! He also shares how he got into performing past life regressions (or reviews, as he prefers to call them), why learning from our past experiences is so important, and how to find someone who can go through this process with you safely. If you want to find out more about Ian or get in touch with him, here's his contact information:

theregressionsession@gmail.com