Ruby Warrington

I’ve been looking forward to sharing this conversation with you– because there are so few converstaions about or among women without kids.Today, I’m speaking with Ruby Warrington, the author of the new book, Women Without Kids, as well as the author and creator of Sober Curious. With both of these creations, she’s also known as an astute cultural commentator and true thought leader. I appreciate how Ruby brings much more nuanced, deep thinking and exploration to this topic– from various lifestyle circumstances and choices that go into not having children, to other kinds of legacies, intergenerational trauma and healing, stereotype-busting, and more.We go into all of this, and more, in today’s conversation. Since more and more women are not having children for a multitude of reasons– and there will be more of us aging and maturing on the planet in future years, it’s time we bring more awareness to what  Ruby calls the “rise of the unsung sisterhood.”Whether you’re a woman with or without kids, please have a listen. This is important! And share it with others too.Enjoy! You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast platform.Resources:Ruby WarringtonWomen Without KidsInterview with Jody Day on ChildlessnessFree mini-course: 7 Habits of Whole WomenConnect on Instagram

I’ve been looking forward to sharing this conversation with you– because there are so few converstaions about or among women without kids.Today, I’m speaking with Ruby Warrington, the author of the new book, Women Without Kids, as well as the author and creator of Sober Curious. With both of these creations, she’s also known as an astute cultural commentator and true thought leader. I appreciate how Ruby brings much more nuanced, deep thinking and exploration to this topic– from various lifestyle circumstances and choices that go into not having children, to other kinds of legacies, intergenerational trauma and healing, stereotype-busting, and more.We go into all of this, and more, in today’s conversation. Since more and more women are not having children for a multitude of reasons– and there will be more of us aging and maturing on the planet in future years, it’s time we bring more awareness to what  Ruby calls the “rise of the unsung sisterhood.”Whether you’re a woman with or without kids, please have a listen. This is important! And share it with others too.Enjoy! You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast platform.Resources:<ul><li><a href="http://www.rubywarrington.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ruby Warrington</a></li><li><a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/women-without-kids-the-revolutionary-rise-of-an-unsung-sisterhood-ruby-warrington/18423276?ean=9781683649274" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Women Without Kids</a></li><li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2DiuIOVKXXpndu7h3sDpWN" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Interview with Jody Day on Childlessness</a></li><li><a href="http://www.programs-saraavantstover.com/mini-course" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Free mini-course:</a> 7 Habits of Whole Women</li><li><a href="http://www.instagram.com/saraavantstover" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect on Instagram</a></li></ul>

135 | Women Without Kids with Ruby Warrington

Since I first brought my business fully online 15 years ago, in 2008, I’ve learned a lot of important– and sometimes expensive!– lessons.To save you some time, money, and energy in trial and error, I’m sharing them with you today.This is for anyone who’s running, or thinking of starting her own business.Join me in this episode as we dive deeper into each of these invaluable lessons, exploring practical strategies, inspiring anecdotes, and reflective exercises to help you integrate these lessons into your own business journey. Remember, you are not alone!Together, let's co-create a world where women thrive in entrepreneurship and inspire positive change in the business landscape– with grace, wholeness, and authenticity.Enjoy! You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast platform.Resources:Free mini-course: 7 Habits of Whole WomenConnect on Instagram

Since I first brought my business fully online 15 years ago, in 2008, I’ve learned a lot of important– and sometimes expensive!– lessons.To save you some time, money, and energy in trial and error, I’m sharing them with you today.This is for anyone who’s running, or thinking of starting her own business.Join me in this episode as we dive deeper into each of these invaluable lessons, exploring practical strategies, inspiring anecdotes, and reflective exercises to help you integrate these lessons into your own business journey. Remember, you are not alone!Together, let's co-create a world where women thrive in entrepreneurship and inspire positive change in the business landscape– with grace, wholeness, and authenticity.Enjoy! You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast platform.Resources:<ul><li><a href="http://www.programs-saraavantstover.com/mini-course" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Free mini-course:</a> 7 Habits of Whole Women</li><li><a href="http://www.instagram.com/saraavantstover" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect on Instagram</a></li></ul>

134 | My 5 Biggest Business Lessons in the Past 15 Years

Chris Burris

As the last part of our IFS interview series this spring, I invited Chris Burris, a senior lead trainer for Internal Family Systems Institute and one of my own teachers, back to the podcast.Last year, Chris published the book Creating Healing Circles: Using the Internal Family Systems Model in Facilitating Groups, and has since gone on to lead numerous sold-out IFS Healing Circle facilitation trainings, which I had the pleasure of being part of this past spring.Today, we speak about the power of healing in groups, why this is the medicine we need in these times, and what that can open up for us that one-on-one therapy cannot. In addition, we discuss: the different stages of a group process, keys to being a skilled facilitator, integrating different modalities into groups, how to know if you should do group or individual work, and aspects of ourselves that can be explicitly healed in groups. Plus, towards the end, Chris leads us through a powerful experiential meditation. We go deep and I always find talking and learning with Chris to be inspiring! I know you will, too. Enjoy. You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast platform.Resources:Chris’s website Chris’s book: Creating Healing CirclesBecoming WholeSara’s websiteFree mini-course: 7 Habits of Whole WomenConnect on Instagram

As the last part of our IFS interview series this spring, I invited Chris Burris, a senior lead trainer for Internal Family Systems Institute and one of my own teachers, back to the podcast.Last year, Chris published the book Creating Healing Circles: Using the Internal Family Systems Model in Facilitating Groups, and has since gone on to lead numerous sold-out IFS Healing Circle facilitation trainings, which I had the pleasure of being part of this past spring.Today, we speak about the power of healing in groups, why this is the medicine we need in these times, and what that can open up for us that one-on-one therapy cannot. In addition, we discuss: the different stages of a group process, keys to being a skilled facilitator, integrating different modalities into groups, how to know if you should do group or individual work, and aspects of ourselves that can be explicitly healed in groups. Plus, towards the end, Chris leads us through a powerful experiential meditation. We go deep and I always find talking and learning with Chris to be inspiring! I know you will, too. Enjoy. You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast platform.Resources:<ul><li><a href="https://burriscounseling.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Chris’s website</a> </li><li>Chris’s book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Creating-Healing-Circles-Internal-Facilitating/dp/B0BHT13W2K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3EZK0ZE33UMI&amp;keywords=ifs+healing+circles&amp;qid=1683842063&amp;sprefix=ifs+healing+circle%2Caps%2C144&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Creating Healing Circles</a></li><li><a href="http://www.becomingwholeifs.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Becoming Whole</a></li><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara’s website</a></li><li><a href="http://www.programs-saraavantstover.com/mini-course" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Free mini-course:</a> 7 Habits of Whole Women</li><li><a href="http://www.instagram.com/saraavantstover" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect on Instagram</a></li></ul>

133 | The Power of Healing in Groups with Chris Burris

Cece Sykes

We’re continuing our IFS interview series this spring– where I’m sharing a handful of interviews with IFS trainers, helping us to better understand, and in turn heal, what can often be challenging parts of ourselves.This month, we’re going to gain a really eye-opening, empowering perspective on addictive processes.It’s a counter-cultural way of looking at things that are often very taboo. To help map this addictive process out for us, I’ve invited Cece Sykes onto the podcast today. A LCSW, as well a a consultant and senior trainer with the Internal Family Systems Institute, Cece specializes in trauma and addiction and is deeply respected for her contributions in this field.Enjoy!Resources: Cece SykesCece's new book: IFS Therapy for AddictionsThe Inner Critic CureFree mini-course: 7 Habits of Whole WomenConnect on Instagram

We’re continuing our IFS interview series this spring– where I’m sharing a handful of interviews with IFS trainers, helping us to better understand, and in turn heal, what can often be challenging parts of ourselves.This month, we’re going to gain a really eye-opening, empowering perspective on addictive processes.It’s a counter-cultural way of looking at things that are often very taboo. To help map this addictive process out for us, I’ve invited Cece Sykes onto the podcast today. A LCSW, as well a a consultant and senior trainer with the Internal Family Systems Institute, Cece specializes in trauma and addiction and is deeply respected for her contributions in this field.Enjoy!Resources: <ul><li><a href="https://www.cecesykeslcsw.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Cece Sykes</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Internal-Family-Systems-Therapy-Addictions/dp/1683736028/ref=asc_df_1683736028/?hvadid=632142493083&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9067609&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvrand=1059018533538539186&amp;hvtargid=pla-1962424134607&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;psc=1&amp;tag=hyprod-20" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Cece's new book: IFS Therapy for Addictions</a></li><li><a href="http://www.programs-saraavantstover.com/immersion" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Inner Critic Cure</a></li><li><a href="http://www.programs-saraavantstover.com/mini-course" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Free mini-course:</a> 7 Habits of Whole Women</li><li><a href="http://www.instagram.com/saraavantstover" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect on Instagram</a></li></ul>

132 | Understanding Addictive Processes with Cece Sykes

Over the years, one of the most common struggles I support women with is their Inner Critics.These can be perfectionist parts of us, task masters, parts that tell us what horrible or bad people we are, or aspects of ourselves that control our speech and behavior– preventing us from taking risks or going after our dreams.In today's episode, I invite into the light of awareness the kind of relationship you currently have with your Inner Critic. I also spell out the five different kinds of relationships you can have and offer a map for how you can move yours from unhealthy or unconscious to more fulfilling and friendly.Yes, it is possible to transform our Inner Critics into our greatest confidantes! That's exactly what we're exploring here today. You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast platform.Resources:The Inner Critic CureSara’s websiteFree mini-course: 7 Habits of Whole WomenConnect on Instagram

Over the years, one of the most common struggles I support women with is their Inner Critics.These can be perfectionist parts of us, task masters, parts that tell us what horrible or bad people we are, or aspects of ourselves that control our speech and behavior– preventing us from taking risks or going after our dreams.In today's episode, I invite into the light of awareness the kind of relationship you currently have with your Inner Critic. I also spell out the five different kinds of relationships you can have and offer a map for how you can move yours from unhealthy or unconscious to more fulfilling and friendly.Yes, it is possible to transform our Inner Critics into our greatest confidantes! That's exactly what we're exploring here today. You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast platform.Resources:<ul><li><a href="http://www.programs-saraavantstover.com/immersion" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Inner Critic Cure</a></li><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara’s website</a></li><li><a href="http://www.programs-saraavantstover.com/mini-course" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Free mini-course:</a> 7 Habits of Whole Women</li><li><a href="http://www.instagram.com/saraavantstover" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect on Instagram</a></li></ul>

131 | 5 Kinds of Relationships with Your Inner Critic

With the arrival of spring here in Colorado, I'm celebrating a series of new beginnings– both in my life and my work. In today's episode, I explore the journey I've been on over the past several years and how I've moved from periods of immense uncertainty and dissolution to the shores of greater clarity.Since we all move through these cycles of creation and dissolution, I share this to help you better navigate and trust your unique process.You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast platform. Resources: Visit my new websiteFree mini-course: 7 Habits of Whole WomenConnect on Instagram

With the arrival of spring here in Colorado, I'm celebrating a series of new beginnings– both in my life and my work. In today's episode, I explore the journey I've been on over the past several years and how I've moved from periods of immense uncertainty and dissolution to the shores of greater clarity.Since we all move through these cycles of creation and dissolution, I share this to help you better navigate and trust your unique process.You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast platform. Resources: <ul><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Visit my new website</a></li><li><a href="http://www.programs-saraavantstover.com/mini-course" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Free mini-course:</a> 7 Habits of Whole Women</li><li><a href="http://www.instagram.com/saraavantstover" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect on Instagram</a></li></ul>

130 | Journeying from Uncertainty to New Beginnings

On this Easter Sunday, and during this span of holy days across various traditions, I wanted to share an excerpt from a dharma talk I offered last year at this time in my online Internal Family Systems &amp; feminine spirituality community, Women's House of Wisdom.In it, I speak to the metaphysical principles behind these holidays, and what they can teach us about true, spiritual surrender, what's possible when we stop trying to control life through our personalities, and the transformative cycles of death and rebirth.This is for you if you want to remember what's really possible for you (beyond your human limitations), are tired of trying to fix/control/manipulate life, or have simply reached a place in your life that your ego can't help you get out of.May this be of benefit. Free healing guide for womenSpring Event: Women's Yoga, Meditation &amp; Nature RetreatSara on InstagramSara on FacebookSubscribe to Sara's newsletterSara's website

On this Easter Sunday, and during this span of holy days across various traditions, I wanted to share an excerpt from a dharma talk I offered last year at this time in my online Internal Family Systems &amp; feminine spirituality community, Women's House of Wisdom.In it, I speak to the metaphysical principles behind these holidays, and what they can teach us about true, spiritual surrender, what's possible when we stop trying to control life through our personalities, and the transformative cycles of death and rebirth.This is for you if you want to remember what's really possible for you (beyond your human limitations), are tired of trying to fix/control/manipulate life, or have simply reached a place in your life that your ego can't help you get out of.May this be of benefit. <ul><li><a href="http://www.womensyogateachertraining.com/7obstacles" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Free healing guide for women</a></li><li><a href="https://www.dralamountain.org/program/chy523-coming-home-to-yourself-a-womens-yoga-meditation-nature-retreat/?utm_source=presenterweb&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_id=SASComingHome2023" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Spring Event: Women's Yoga, Meditation &amp; Nature Retreat</a></li><li><a href="http://www.instagram.com/saraavantstover" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara on Instagram</a></li><li><a href="http://www.facebook.com/saraavantstoverauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara on Facebook</a></li><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.com/#newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe to Sara's newsletter</a></li><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara's website</a></li></ul>

129 | Allowing Life to Be As It Is

Rina Dubin

Over the next few months, I'm offering a mini-series here on the podcast to help us delve more deeply into Internal Family Systems, or IFS, which as many of you know has become a core part of my work over the past couple of years (and a core part of my own healing journey for the past decade).If you’re not sure what IFS is, stay tuned. You’ll learn more about it in today’s conversation!Our particular focus today is on a few states of being that I know can play big roles in all of our lives, in varying ways and degrees: shame, anxiety, and depression.And I’m inviting an IFS lead trainer and psychologist, Rina Dubin, to lead us into this exploration. Our conversation offers an overview of IFS, an exploration of the things that we both value about this approach to healing and living, a discussion on leadership, an overview of shame, anxiety, and depression through an IFS lens, a guided experiential to get to know your inner world more intimately, and more.Enjoy! Recommended Resources:IFS Women's CircleSara on InstagramFree Healing Guide for WomenSara's newsletterSara on Facebook

Over the next few months, I'm offering a mini-series here on the podcast to help us delve more deeply into Internal Family Systems, or IFS, which as many of you know has become a core part of my work over the past couple of years (and a core part of my own healing journey for the past decade).If you’re not sure what IFS is, stay tuned. You’ll learn more about it in today’s conversation!Our particular focus today is on a few states of being that I know can play big roles in all of our lives, in varying ways and degrees: shame, anxiety, and depression.And I’m inviting an IFS lead trainer and psychologist, Rina Dubin, to lead us into this exploration. Our conversation offers an overview of IFS, an exploration of the things that we both value about this approach to healing and living, a discussion on leadership, an overview of shame, anxiety, and depression through an IFS lens, a guided experiential to get to know your inner world more intimately, and more.Enjoy! Recommended Resources:<ul><li><a href="http://www.programs-saraavantstover.com/ifscircle" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">IFS Women's Circle</a></li><li><a href="http://www.instagram.com/saraavantstover" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara on Instagram</a></li><li><a href="http://www.programs-saraavantstover.com/7obstacles" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Free Healing Guide for Women</a></li><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.com/#newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara's newsletter</a></li><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.com/author" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara on Facebook</a></li></ul>

128 | Shame, Anxiety & Depression Through an IFS Lens with Rina Dubin

Today I'm sharing an excerpt from a dharma talk I gave at this time two years ago in my online Internal Family Systems &amp; feminine spirituality community, Women's House of Wisdom.It offers some reflections for all of us on this equinox, for, even if you're not in a place in the world where you're stepping into an actual spring, we all know what it's like to transition out of a metaphorical winter.May this talk support and inspire you through whatever changes and transitions you're currently facing. Free healing guide for womenSpring Event: Women's Yoga, Meditation &amp; Nature RetreatSara on InstagramSara on FacebookSubscribe to Sara's newsletterSara's website

Today I'm sharing an excerpt from a dharma talk I gave at this time two years ago in my online Internal Family Systems &amp; feminine spirituality community, Women's House of Wisdom.It offers some reflections for all of us on this equinox, for, even if you're not in a place in the world where you're stepping into an actual spring, we all know what it's like to transition out of a metaphorical winter.May this talk support and inspire you through whatever changes and transitions you're currently facing. <ul><li><a href="http://www.womensyogateachertraining.com/7obstacles" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Free healing guide for women</a></li><li><a href="https://www.dralamountain.org/program/chy523-coming-home-to-yourself-a-womens-yoga-meditation-nature-retreat/?utm_source=presenterweb&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_id=SASComingHome2023" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Spring Event: Women's Yoga, Meditation &amp; Nature Retreat</a></li><li><a href="http://www.instagram.com/saraavantstover" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara on Instagram</a></li><li><a href="http://www.facebook.com/saraavantstoverauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara on Facebook</a></li><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.com/#newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe to Sara's newsletter</a></li><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara's website</a></li></ul>

127 | Reflections for the Equinox

Heidi Rose Robbins

Today we’re welcoming my long-time friend and colleague, Heidi Rose Robbins, back to the podcast for the second time. Heidi has been a professional astrologer for 25 years, hosts two podcasts, leads Radiant Life Retreats, pens the hugely popular "Moon Notes" on Instagram, and has written a handful of books, including her newest one, Everyday Radiance, which was just published by Chronicle.In our conversation today we speak about: How Heidi and I first met twenty years ago, and the ways our paths have interwoven since thenHeidi’s new book, Everyday Radiance, and how we can use this as a resource for more wise and inspired living, every day of the yearWays that grief has shaped Heidi’s life and work over the past yearStructures and mindsets Heidi has implemented over the past several years as her success and visibility have grownHow she shows up authentically– in her work and personal lifeWhat’s next for her and an overarching practice that’s most sustaining her nowEnjoy our conversation!Heidi's websiteHeidi on InstagramHeidi's new bookSara on InstagramSara's websiteSubscribe to Sara's newsletter

Today we’re welcoming my long-time friend and colleague, Heidi Rose Robbins, back to the podcast for the second time. Heidi has been a professional astrologer for 25 years, hosts two podcasts, leads Radiant Life Retreats, pens the hugely popular "Moon Notes" on Instagram, and has written a handful of books, including her newest one, Everyday Radiance, which was just published by Chronicle.In our conversation today we speak about:<ul><li> How Heidi and I first met twenty years ago, and the ways our paths have interwoven since then</li><li>Heidi’s new book, Everyday Radiance, and how we can use this as a resource for more wise and inspired living, every day of the year</li><li>Ways that grief has shaped Heidi’s life and work over the past year</li><li>Structures and mindsets Heidi has implemented over the past several years as her success and visibility have grown</li><li>How she shows up authentically– in her work and personal life</li><li>What’s next for her and an overarching practice that’s most sustaining her now</li></ul>Enjoy our conversation!<ul><li><a href="https://www.heidirose.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Heidi's website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/heidiroserobbins/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Heidi on Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Radiance-Heidi-Rose-Robbins/dp/1797211927/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3EDC2EX0CPVSU&amp;keywords=everyday+radiance&amp;qid=1678136801&amp;sprefix=everyday+radiance%2Caps%2C137&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Heidi's new book</a></li><li><a href="http://www.instagram.com/saraavantstover" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara on Instagram</a></li><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.cm" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sara's website</a></li><li><a href="http://www.saraavantstover.com/#newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe to Sara's newsletter</a></li></ul>

126 | Everyday Radiance with Heidi Rose Robbins

Join author, Certified Internal Family Systems practitioner, and pioneering teacher of women’s spirituality, Sara Avant Stover, for inspiring conversations about the feminine spiritual path. Here, she delves into the bodies, hearts, and minds of modern women to explore how we can heal more deeply and live with greater  levels of wholeness, inner peace, and outer fulfillment.

I am a respecter of the Goddess! The irony of today is I randomly chose my Goddess for the Month with my card deck and KALI showed up. 

I am a long standing fan of Dr. Northrup, Marianne Williamson and Carolyn Myss. To think the 1st podcast I listened to Dr. Northrup
Acknowledged your Journey as Kali inviting you to come with her. I was floored when she mentioned Kali. But- as a fellow Empath and truster of the divine, I know it was not an accident!💫

Your podcast is brave, necessary, timely, and in tune with the Re-awakening of the Goddess on this planet. Sending you light and positive vibes on your journey! I will support the movement by standing in the gap as one of your audience members and a Sister in the Movement.👑

#KALI

Sara is real and raw and is talking about things that really matter in the world today. I am loving this podcast, thank you Sara!

wonderful

Her Self: IFS & Women's Spirituality 

Alexis Neely

In 2009, Alexis Neely (whose artist name is Ali Shanti) knew something was wrong. Very wrong. She built multiple million dollar businesses, drove a fancy car, and lived in a posh neighborhood. Yet, it had been a long, long time since she had cried. This realization led her on a path of massive transformation. She listened to these inner cures and let her team go, dismantled her business, and moved her family to a farm in Colorado. If you're an ambitious woman on a mission, Ali's words will move you. She speaks candidly about external versus internal success, her struggle with not identifying solely with her worldly achievements, and her desire to leave a legacy-- beyond just a financial one-- by being a mother to the world. Alexis Neely s a new economy expert who offers a fresh perspective for your personal finance, business &amp; life decisions. She graduated first in her class from Georgetown law and quickly scaled the ranks of "successful" entrepreneurship, built multiple million dollar entrepreneurial endeavors both online and off, wrote a best-selling book, and appeared on numerous top-rated television shows. Today, Ali lives a new economy life as the CEO of two “share the wealth” companies and lives in community with her life partner, her ex-husband, kids and extended chosen family while traveling extensively. Visit her online at http://www.alexismartinneely.comI hope you enjoy our conversation!Come right this way to order your copy of The Book of SHE at www.TheBookofSHE.com. When you register your receipt there before October 30, you’ll receive an invitation to join a complimentary online women’s yoga &amp; meditation class, as well as a live Q &amp; A, with Sara, to help support you as you begin your own Heroine's Journey.

In 2009, Alexis Neely (whose artist name is Ali Shanti) knew something was wrong. Very wrong. She built multiple million dollar businesses, drove a fancy car, and lived in a posh neighborhood. Yet, it had been a long, long time since she had cried. This realization led her on a path of massive transformation. She listened to these inner cures and let her team go, dismantled her business, and moved her family to a farm in Colorado. If you're an ambitious woman on a mission, Ali's words will move you. She speaks candidly about external versus internal success, her struggle with not identifying solely with her worldly achievements, and her desire to leave a legacy-- beyond just a financial one-- by being a mother to the world. Alexis Neely s a new economy expert who offers a fresh perspective for your personal finance, business &amp; life decisions. She graduated first in her class from Georgetown law and quickly scaled the ranks of "successful" entrepreneurship, built multiple million dollar entrepreneurial endeavors both online and off, wrote a best-selling book, and appeared on numerous top-rated television shows. Today, Ali lives a new economy life as the CEO of two “share the wealth” companies and lives in community with her life partner, her ex-husband, kids and extended chosen family while traveling extensively. Visit her online at <a href="http://www.alexismartinneely.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.alexismartinneely.com</a> I hope you enjoy our conversation! Come right this way to order your copy of The Book of SHE at <a href="http://www.TheBookofSHE.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheBookofSHE.com</a>. When you register your receipt there before October 30, you’ll receive an invitation to join a complimentary online women’s yoga &amp; meditation class, as well as a live Q &amp; A, with Sara, to help support you as you begin your own Heroine's Journey.

9 | The Quest for Inner Success with Alexis Neely

Jennifer Racioppi

The second child in a very patriarchal, Italian household, Jennifer Racioppi grew up estranged from her feminine essence. Then, in her late teens, Jenn had to have an emergency hysterectomy as the result of very aggressive endometrial cancer. By the time she was 20, Jenn had already gone through surgical menopause. Having lost the capacity to reproduce, she rejected every notion of her femininity and set out to recreate her life. A surprise initiation into understanding the cyclical nature of the moon turned out to be a massive turning point on her Heroine's Journey. By learning to let her desire guide her through life, and to manifest her desires in harmony with the lunar cycles, Jenn found the feminine heart and power that she had always longed for. Fiery and wise beyond her years, Jenn shares with us how we, too, can bring our desire to the forefront and how to use cyclical rituals to bring them into being.  Jennifer Racioppi is a progressive women’s health and success coach who combines her deep knowledge of science and spirituality, plus astute insights, to show women how to take full responsibility for their lives and success. She expertly guides them in optimizing their health, aligning with their soul, and achieving their maximum professional potential. She is a Holistic Health Counselor (AADP), a Behavior Change Specialist + Certified Integrative Health Coach trained at Duke Integrative Medicine, and a Registered Yoga Teacher. Additionally, she holds a certification in Positive Psychology from Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar, as well as a certification in Success Coaching from Robert Holden, PhD. Visit her online at www.Jennifer Racioppi.com. If you would like to learn more about how to live in harmony with the lunar cycles, Jenn is also a guest teacher in my online immersion Reversing Our "Curse": Yoga, Meditation &amp; Lifestyle Rituals for Your Cycles-- from Menses to Menopause. ​Learn more at www.ReversingOurCurse.com.I hope you enjoy our conversation!Come right this way to order your copy of The Book of SHE at www.TheBookofSHE.com. When you register your receipt there before October 30, you’ll receive an invitation to join a complimentary online women’s yoga &amp; meditation class, as well as a live Q &amp; A, with Sara, to help support you as you begin your own Heroine's Journey.

The second child in a very patriarchal, Italian household, Jennifer Racioppi grew up estranged from her feminine essence. Then, in her late teens, Jenn had to have an emergency hysterectomy as the result of very aggressive endometrial cancer. By the time she was 20, Jenn had already gone through surgical menopause. Having lost the capacity to reproduce, she rejected every notion of her femininity and set out to recreate her life. A surprise initiation into understanding the cyclical nature of the moon turned out to be a massive turning point on her Heroine's Journey. By learning to let her desire guide her through life, and to manifest her desires in harmony with the lunar cycles, Jenn found the feminine heart and power that she had always longed for. Fiery and wise beyond her years, Jenn shares with us how we, too, can bring our desire to the forefront and how to use cyclical rituals to bring them into being. Jennifer Racioppi is a progressive women’s health and success coach who combines her deep knowledge of science and spirituality, plus astute insights, to show women how to take full responsibility for their lives and success. She expertly guides them in optimizing their health, aligning with their soul, and achieving their maximum professional potential. She is a Holistic Health Counselor (AADP), a Behavior Change Specialist + Certified Integrative Health Coach trained at Duke Integrative Medicine, and a Registered Yoga Teacher. Additionally, she holds a certification in Positive Psychology from Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar, as well as a certification in Success Coaching from Robert Holden, PhD. Visit her online at www.Jennifer <a href="http://Racioppi.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Racioppi.com</a>. If you would like to learn more about how to live in harmony with the lunar cycles, Jenn is also a guest teacher in my online immersion Reversing Our "Curse": Yoga, Meditation &amp; Lifestyle Rituals for Your Cycles-- from Menses to Menopause. ​Learn more at <a href="http://www.ReversingOurCurse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.ReversingOurCurse.com</a>. I hope you enjoy our conversation! Come right this way to order your copy of The Book of SHE at <a href="http://www.TheBookofSHE.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheBookofSHE.com</a>. When you register your receipt there before October 30, you’ll receive an invitation to join a complimentary online women’s yoga &amp; meditation class, as well as a live Q &amp; A, with Sara, to help support you as you begin your own Heroine's Journey.

12 | Manifesting Desire in Harmony with Lunar Cycles with Jennifer Racioppi

Since today is my birthday, I wanted to share you with you a very special conversation-- an interview with my mom about her own Heroine's Journey. And, wow, does she have an incredible story! Over the years, I've watched my mom face her biggest fears: supporting herself financially, mothering four girls into womanhood amidst a vicious divorce, overcoming an addiction and embracing a life of sobriety, confronting her own childhood wounds that had led her to believe she wasn’t worthy of love or happiness. And finally, dedicating her life to healing and generously helping others to heal. Now as she approaches her 70th birthday, her hard, inner work has paid off. She's feeling whole and happy from within for the first time in her life. I hope our words will spark appreciation and healing in your own mother-daughter relationships, and in your relationship with The Mother at-large. For there is nothing more sacred, or in need of healing, than this. This is also the 14th, and final, interview in our SHE Stories series, which I created to herald The Book of SHE into the world this past season. If you've enjoyed these interviews, please let me know by leaving a review on iTunes. Thank you! And I look forward to sharing with you the next phase of our podcast next week. I hope you enjoy our conversation!Come right this way to order your copy of The Book of SHE at www.TheBookofSHE.com. When you register your receipt there before October 30, you’ll receive an invitation to join a complimentary online women’s yoga &amp; meditation class, as well as a live Q &amp; A, with Sara, to help support you as you begin your own Heroine's Journey.

Since today is my birthday, I wanted to share you with you a very special conversation-- an interview with my mom about her own Heroine's Journey. And, wow, does she have an incredible story! Over the years, I've watched my mom face her biggest fears: supporting herself financially, mothering four girls into womanhood amidst a vicious divorce, overcoming an addiction and embracing a life of sobriety, confronting her own childhood wounds that had led her to believe she wasn’t worthy of love or happiness. And finally, dedicating her life to healing and generously helping others to heal. Now as she approaches her 70th birthday, her hard, inner work has paid off. She's feeling whole and happy from within for the first time in her life. I hope our words will spark appreciation and healing in your own mother-daughter relationships, and in your relationship with The Mother at-large. For there is nothing more sacred, or in need of healing, than this. This is also the 14th, and final, interview in our SHE Stories series, which I created to herald The Book of SHE into the world this past season. If you've enjoyed these interviews, please let me know by leaving a review on iTunes. Thank you! And I look forward to sharing with you the next phase of our podcast next week. I hope you enjoy our conversation! Come right this way to order your copy of The Book of SHE at <a href="http://www.TheBookofSHE.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheBookofSHE.com</a>. When you register your receipt there before October 30, you’ll receive an invitation to join a complimentary online women’s yoga &amp; meditation class, as well as a live Q &amp; A, with Sara, to help support you as you begin your own Heroine's Journey.

14 | Healing the Mother Wound

Last week we also passed through the milestone of Imbolc. Here in the northern hemisphere, this marks the halfway point between winter and spring. We’re in the time of the year when the seeds deep inside the earth, like all the cells in our bodies, start to turn towards the light. These seasonal touchstones offer us chances to pause and reflect. Winter--the season of hibernation, gestation, and visioning--urges us to prioritize stillness, inner listening, and patience with what feels gritty and uncomfortable. It’s hard, I know. Because, even if you’re not experiencing winter geographically, you’re nose-to-nose with transition and uncertainty, and I came across something that I think you’ll find helpful. Last week we welcomed women between 26 and 65, from 14 countries, into this year’s SHE School.  One of the things that I shared with the group this past week was a SHE Talk on our theme for February, “Leaving Your Normal Life.” The first step along our 9-part Heroine’s Journey, the central lesson of this month is that a woman’s initiation into greater wisdom and power always begins with a crisis.As my team was preparing this audio for our SHE School sisters, they voiced to me that the message I offer in it is so valuable and relevant for the time we’re currently living in that I should share a slice of it with all of you.So please enjoy, as a gift from me to you,  an impromptu podcast episode…..In the clip from the first month’s talk in this year’s SHE School, you will learn: how to come to terms with our fundamental aloneness and groundlessness; why we need safe harbors during times of transition; a Tibetan prayer that offers an inspiring perspective on your suffering; the disposition every mature woman must take to wake up from the nightmare of addictive accomplishment and perfectionism.May these teachings offer some salve and strength for your spirit as we step into the second half of this season, together.And….if you’d still like to partake in this year’s SHE School journey, it's actually not too late for you to join us!I can’t wait to support you through whatever transition you’re facing this year. Here’s where to step into The SHE School 2017 http://thesheschool.com

Last week we also passed through the milestone of Imbolc. Here in the northern hemisphere, this marks the halfway point between winter and spring. We’re in the time of the year when the seeds deep inside the earth, like all the cells in our bodies, start to turn towards the light. These seasonal touchstones offer us chances to pause and reflect. Winter--the season of hibernation, gestation, and visioning--urges us to prioritize stillness, inner listening, and patience with what feels gritty and uncomfortable. It’s hard, I know. Because, even if you’re not experiencing winter geographically, you’re nose-to-nose with transition and uncertainty, and I came across something that I think you’ll find helpful. Last week we welcomed women between 26 and 65, from 14 countries, into this year’s SHE School. One of the things that I shared with the group this past week was a SHE Talk on our theme for February, “Leaving Your Normal Life.” The first step along our 9-part Heroine’s Journey, the central lesson of this month is that a woman’s initiation into greater wisdom and power always begins with a crisis. As my team was preparing this audio for our SHE School sisters, they voiced to me that the message I offer in it is so valuable and relevant for the time we’re currently living in that I should share a slice of it with all of you. So please enjoy, as a gift from me to you, an impromptu podcast episode….. In the clip from the first month’s talk in this year’s SHE School, you will learn: how to come to terms with our fundamental aloneness and groundlessness; why we need safe harbors during times of transition; a Tibetan prayer that offers an inspiring perspective on your suffering; the disposition every mature woman must take to wake up from the nightmare of addictive accomplishment and perfectionism. May these teachings offer some salve and strength for your spirit as we step into the second half of this season, together. And….if you’d still like to partake in this year’s SHE School journey, it's actually not too late for you to join us! I can’t wait to support you through whatever transition you’re facing this year. Here’s where to step into The SHE School 2017 <a href="http://thesheschool.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://thesheschool.com</a>

35 | What Every Woman Facing a Tough Transition Needs to Know

We all have seasons in our lives where we feel like all hope is lost and we’re desperately groping in the dark. We struggle with trusting the process of life and having faith that we can make the right decision. We feel like we’re constantly both fighting off our inner voices that tell us we can't do it whilst battling the fear to forge ahead to still claim what we want out of life.If, like me, you’ve ever grappled with any of these things, today’s episode is for you. Tune in to learn everyday ways to surrender and trust the process of your life; how to live with true joy &amp; calmness in the face of the truism that life is full of uncertainty and can knock you out at anytime; the best way to make any decision from you deepest, wisest self; ways to better hear your SHE (or your feminine intuition) to know irrefutably who you are and what you want in this life.You have infinite wisdom within you. But none of it matters unless you take the time to listen to and live from it.If you’re inspired by this 4-part seasonal series, Chaotic Calm, you’ll adore the SHE School. The SHE School is a 9-month women’s spiritual practice community. Integrating women’s yoga, meditation, spirituality, lifestyle, and more, it’s a life-changing practice container to help you come home … to yourself.The SHE School is the very best way to integrate the practices and principles you’ll discover in Chaotic Calm… right into your own busy and sacred life.Here’s to a softer, saner, more spiritually connected you.Learn more about The SHE School here: www.TheSHESchool.com

We all have seasons in our lives where we feel like all hope is lost and we’re desperately groping in the dark. We struggle with trusting the process of life and having faith that we can make the right decision. We feel like we’re constantly both fighting off our inner voices that tell us we can't do it whilst battling the fear to forge ahead to still claim what we want out of life. If, like me, you’ve ever grappled with any of these things, today’s episode is for you. Tune in to learn everyday ways to surrender and trust the process of your life; how to live with true joy &amp; calmness in the face of the truism that life is full of uncertainty and can knock you out at anytime; the best way to make any decision from you deepest, wisest self; ways to better hear your SHE (or your feminine intuition) to know irrefutably who you are and what you want in this life. You have infinite wisdom within you. But none of it matters unless you take the time to listen to and live from it. If you’re inspired by this 4-part seasonal series, Chaotic Calm, you’ll adore the SHE School. The SHE School is a 9-month women’s spiritual practice community. Integrating women’s yoga, meditation, spirituality, lifestyle, and more, it’s a life-changing practice container to help you come home … to yourself. The SHE School is the very best way to integrate the practices and principles you’ll discover in Chaotic Calm… right into your own busy and sacred life. Here’s to a softer, saner, more spiritually connected you. Learn more about The SHE School here: <a href="http://www.TheSHESchool.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheSHESchool.com</a>

34 | Learn to Trust to Your Inner Wisdom Amidst Fear & Uncertainty

Today’s talk is a fitting closing for our “Bubble Bath Wisdom” series, because it’s all about integration. It’s about taking our insights from the yoga mat or the meditation cushion and bringing them into our intimate relationships, our parenting, our leadership, and something as foundational as the inner attitude we move through each day with.In it, I’m sharing a few clips from some of last year’s SHE School mentoring calls. Each clip holds a question from one of the program participants. All are very deep and complex- reflecting the women who ask them. And they all help us to see how we can take all our inner work, and start to shine it out into the world. They lead us to remember that, if we’re not where we want to be in life, maybe it’s time to stop believing our thoughts and following our same old habits. And maybe it’s time for us to source our next steps from a deeper truth about who we are, and what really matters to us in this precious life.Listen in to learn:* The crucial differences between discipline &amp; devotion* A bodily practice to activate devotional, heart-intelligence in even the worst of moments* Ways to live your Heroine’s Journey in marriage or intimate partnership* What to do if your beloved doesn’t have a spiritual practice* How to stop being a victim* The best ways share these teachings with your daughters, or women of younger generationsAt the end, I share a 10-minute guided practice for full integration. It’s savasana, or the corpse pose, a posture of complete release and receptivity. Be sure not to leave this out, it’s the most important part of any yoga practice (or transformative journey) like the one we’ve been on together these past months.

Today’s talk is a fitting closing for our “Bubble Bath Wisdom” series, because it’s all about integration. It’s about taking our insights from the yoga mat or the meditation cushion and bringing them into our intimate relationships, our parenting, our leadership, and something as foundational as the inner attitude we move through each day with. In it, I’m sharing a few clips from some of last year’s SHE School mentoring calls. Each clip holds a question from one of the program participants. All are very deep and complex- reflecting the women who ask them. And they all help us to see how we can take all our inner work, and start to shine it out into the world. They lead us to remember that, if we’re not where we want to be in life, maybe it’s time to stop believing our thoughts and following our same old habits. And maybe it’s time for us to source our next steps from a deeper truth about who we are, and what really matters to us in this precious life. Listen in to learn: * The crucial differences between discipline &amp; devotion * A bodily practice to activate devotional, heart-intelligence in even the worst of moments * Ways to live your Heroine’s Journey in marriage or intimate partnership * What to do if your beloved doesn’t have a spiritual practice * How to stop being a victim * The best ways share these teachings with your daughters, or women of younger generations At the end, I share a 10-minute guided practice for full integration. It’s savasana, or the corpse pose, a posture of complete release and receptivity. Be sure not to leave this out, it’s the most important part of any yoga practice (or transformative journey) like the one we’ve been on together these past months.

24 | Discipline & Devotion in Daily Life, Parenting & Relationship

When we’re up against something big in life (which only seems to happen more frequently, with more intensity, as we get older), we need a different approach to scale the seemingly unsurmountable walls that Life places on our paths. We don’t need to become better problem-solvers. Nor do we need to become better people, necessarily. No: we need to move in the opposite direction. We need to stop trying so darn hard. To stop taking ourselves so seriously. We need to revive our little girl magic. Yes! We need to, once again, trust and believe.It’s in this place of surrender to something greater than us that our spiritual path really begins. And it’s in this disposition of faith, that we can finally step off the hamster wheel of incessant self-improvement and allow real, deep, lasting transformation to take root.Welcome to the “ascending” dimension of the Heroine’s Journey, the shooting star to spiritual freedom. And this is the fourth (and final) Bubble Bath Wisdom talk I’ll share before we resume this series after the New Year….Bubble Bath Wisdom #4: How to Live a SHE-Centered LifeIn this SHE talk, recorded during the midpoint of our SHE Retreat in Mexico, I shared:*How to shift from living from your small, conditioned self, to living from your higher Self, or your SHE.*Ways to create a harmonious inner family, and thus a more balanced outer life. *The most erotic love affair you’ll ever have. *What to do when life serves you something that seems insurmountable.Today, bring your Inner Little Girl along (don’t let her forget her magic wand!), and let’s take a closer look at how to craft a more heartfelt, effective approach to our most pressing problems. Deep exhale. Was that wisdom talk just what you needed to slow down, re-center, and reconnect to the sacred wholeness of your feminine being? I hope so, dear sister.We women need to build rest, contemplative quiet, and loving connection into our lives. And it’s incredible what 20 minutes here or there can do. Imagine what would be possible in your life if you put this kind of pampering and spiritual practice on autopilot in 2016. If you had regular mini-retreats, daily self-care rituals, fiercely loving mentorship, and a supportive community to keep what matters most on your front burner. That’s just the beginning of The SHE School 2016: a 9-month spiritual practice community for women. We begin our collective Heroine’s Journey in February, but if your heart is already a YES, I’m sharing a beautiful collection of early registration gifts: a LIVE tele-cast Visioning 2016 ritual, a Life Design playbook (where I share my favorite tools for health, life, business, and love), my women’s yoga and meditation kits, and more. If you’re ready to transform in the year ahead… and your butterfly chrysalis feels a little lonely (or confusing!), I’d love to welcome you to our growing circle.Our doors are open for Early Registration until December 12 … and I can’t wait to welcome you.Click here to learn about The SHE School 2016: www.TheSHESchool.com

When we’re up against something big in life (which only seems to happen more frequently, with more intensity, as we get older), we need a different approach to scale the seemingly unsurmountable walls that Life places on our paths. We don’t need to become better problem-solvers. Nor do we need to become better people, necessarily. No: we need to move in the opposite direction. We need to stop trying so darn hard. To stop taking ourselves so seriously. We need to revive our little girl magic. Yes! We need to, once again, trust and believe. It’s in this place of surrender to something greater than us that our spiritual path really begins. And it’s in this disposition of faith, that we can finally step off the hamster wheel of incessant self-improvement and allow real, deep, lasting transformation to take root. Welcome to the “ascending” dimension of the Heroine’s Journey, the shooting star to spiritual freedom. And this is the fourth (and final) Bubble Bath Wisdom talk I’ll share before we resume this series after the New Year…. Bubble Bath Wisdom #4: How to Live a SHE-Centered Life In this SHE talk, recorded during the midpoint of our SHE Retreat in Mexico, I shared: *How to shift from living from your small, conditioned self, to living from your higher Self, or your SHE. *Ways to create a harmonious inner family, and thus a more balanced outer life. *The most erotic love affair you’ll ever have. *What to do when life serves you something that seems insurmountable. Today, bring your Inner Little Girl along (don’t let her forget her magic wand!), and let’s take a closer look at how to craft a more heartfelt, effective approach to our most pressing problems. Deep exhale. Was that wisdom talk just what you needed to slow down, re-center, and reconnect to the sacred wholeness of your feminine being? I hope so, dear sister. We women need to build rest, contemplative quiet, and loving connection into our lives. And it’s incredible what 20 minutes here or there can do. Imagine what would be possible in your life if you put this kind of pampering and spiritual practice on autopilot in 2016. If you had regular mini-retreats, daily self-care rituals, fiercely loving mentorship, and a supportive community to keep what matters most on your front burner. That’s just the beginning of The SHE School 2016: a 9-month spiritual practice community for women. We begin our collective Heroine’s Journey in February, but if your heart is already a YES, I’m sharing a beautiful collection of early registration gifts: a LIVE tele-cast Visioning 2016 ritual, a Life Design playbook (where I share my favorite tools for health, life, business, and love), my women’s yoga and meditation kits, and more. If you’re ready to transform in the year ahead… and your butterfly chrysalis feels a little lonely (or confusing!), I’d love to welcome you to our growing circle. Our doors are open for Early Registration until December 12 … and I can’t wait to welcome you. Click here to learn about The SHE School 2016: <a href="http://www.TheSHESchool.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheSHESchool.com</a>

18 | How to Live a SHE-Centered Life

These women were exhausted. As azure ocean waves lapped in the background, the small group of courageous sisters settled into their cushions in the Meditation Cabin. It was the first morning of our week-long SHE retreat in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. And I could see the fatigue peeking through the excitement on their faces. It wasn’t just the fatigue of the previous day’s travel. It was the longing for deep silence, for oh-so-needed rest, for contemplation and creativity and sensuality and all those things that make women, women.Over the next 20 minutes, I shared the first wisdom talk of our retreat, setting the context for our 7-day journey together. Fittingly, this talk was about the first stage of the Heroine’s Journey: “Leaving Your Normal Life.” If you’ve ever heard the call to your own Heroine’s Journey (and, my dear, if you’re here, you undoubtedly have), you know it can come as quite a challenge. A health crisis, a relationship meltdown, a career shift, a financial disaster. It’s during these tender, transitional times in our lives that we start asking questions. BIG questions. And, simultaneously, we also start asking ourselves (usually unconsciously) some really mean, degrading questions too — ones that only wage more war within us. Sister, the Heroine’s Journey begins with asking questions. And, if we’re lucky (and have a little loving nudge in the right direction), we can make these questions more nourishing, more liberating, more empowering. So that the very questions we ask point us towards freedom.In this opening talk, I speak about: http://bit.ly/1QNgmrL* How to distinguish between the questions that close the doors to your “Inner Quest” v. the questions that open doors. * The three most important elements of the Heroine’s Journey (if you leave even one of these out, it’s incomplete).* A quality you most need to prepare for our journey.Over the next two weeks, I invite you to take a little time to nurture your feminine spirit with this special, seasonal series on our podcast. Every few days, I’ll share a short, 15-20 minute wisdom talk with you (recorded live at my SHE Retreat in Mexico during early November). Each wisdom talk illuminates an aspect of feminine spirituality or a stage of the Heroine’s Journey — and has never before been heard or shared, outside the closed circle of my retreat.Whether you listen to these from a real bubble bath, or these clips simply make you feel like you’re pampering yourself that way — I hope you’ll find some guidance, reassurance, and invitations to deepen your connection with your Self this season. See my favorite potions and ingredients for the perfect bubble bath here: http://bit.ly/1QNgmrLWhat’s Bubble Bath Wisdom?It’s a sumptuous moment of self-care during this zany holiday season. Because the Heroine’s Journey is paved with silence, beauty, and compassionate rest. It’s also a small taste of my 9-month spiritual practice community for women, The SHE School 2016: the fullest expression of my teachings and the only only program I’ll offer in 2016.We officially begin The SHE School in February, but since so many of you have been patiently waiting for this, I’ve opened the doors now, for a brief Early Registration period. When you join the SHE School now (until December 12), you will receive extra, loving support for this Holiday Season, including my Women’s Yoga &amp; Meditation Kits, an exclusive mini-retreat with me on Visioning 2016, and more. This Bubble Bath Wisdom Series is my gift to you: to inspire moments of stillness and self-love this busy Holiday Season, to support your Heroine’s Journey, and to celebrate the opening of The SHE School 2016. If you’re curious about the teachings included in this 9-month program, or what it’s like to work with me, this series will offer you a wonderful sneak peek.Click here to learn about The SHE School 2016 and all the extra gifts we’re giving you discerning Early Birds: www.TheSHESchool.com

These women were exhausted. As azure ocean waves lapped in the background, the small group of courageous sisters settled into their cushions in the Meditation Cabin. It was the first morning of our week-long SHE retreat in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. And I could see the fatigue peeking through the excitement on their faces. It wasn’t just the fatigue of the previous day’s travel. It was the longing for deep silence, for oh-so-needed rest, for contemplation and creativity and sensuality and all those things that make women, women. Over the next 20 minutes, I shared the first wisdom talk of our retreat, setting the context for our 7-day journey together. Fittingly, this talk was about the first stage of the Heroine’s Journey: “Leaving Your Normal Life.” If you’ve ever heard the call to your own Heroine’s Journey (and, my dear, if you’re here, you undoubtedly have), you know it can come as quite a challenge. A health crisis, a relationship meltdown, a career shift, a financial disaster. It’s during these tender, transitional times in our lives that we start asking questions. BIG questions. And, simultaneously, we also start asking ourselves (usually unconsciously) some really mean, degrading questions too — ones that only wage more war within us. Sister, the Heroine’s Journey begins with asking questions. And, if we’re lucky (and have a little loving nudge in the right direction), we can make these questions more nourishing, more liberating, more empowering. So that the very questions we ask point us towards freedom. In this opening talk, I speak about: <a href="http://bit.ly/1QNgmrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/1QNgmrL</a> * How to distinguish between the questions that close the doors to your “Inner Quest” v. the questions that open doors. * The three most important elements of the Heroine’s Journey (if you leave even one of these out, it’s incomplete). * A quality you most need to prepare for our journey. Over the next two weeks, I invite you to take a little time to nurture your feminine spirit with this special, seasonal series on our podcast. Every few days, I’ll share a short, 15-20 minute wisdom talk with you (recorded live at my SHE Retreat in Mexico during early November). Each wisdom talk illuminates an aspect of feminine spirituality or a stage of the Heroine’s Journey — and has never before been heard or shared, outside the closed circle of my retreat. Whether you listen to these from a real bubble bath, or these clips simply make you feel like you’re pampering yourself that way — I hope you’ll find some guidance, reassurance, and invitations to deepen your connection with your Self this season. See my favorite potions and ingredients for the perfect bubble bath here: <a href="http://bit.ly/1QNgmrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/1QNgmrL</a> What’s Bubble Bath Wisdom? It’s a sumptuous moment of self-care during this zany holiday season. Because the Heroine’s Journey is paved with silence, beauty, and compassionate rest. It’s also a small taste of my 9-month spiritual practice community for women, The SHE School 2016: the fullest expression of my teachings and the only only program I’ll offer in 2016. We officially begin The SHE School in February, but since so many of you have been patiently waiting for this, I’ve opened the doors now, for a brief Early Registration period. When you join the SHE School now (until December 12), you will receive extra, loving support for this Holiday Season, including my Women’s Yoga &amp; Meditation Kits, an exclusive mini-retreat with me on Visioning 2016, and more. This Bubble Bath Wisdom Series is my gift to you: to inspire moments of stillness and self-love this busy Holiday Season, to support your Heroine’s Journey, and to celebrate the opening of The SHE School 2016. If you’re curious about the teachings included in this 9-month program, or what it’s like to work with me, this series will offer you a wonderful sneak peek. Click here to learn about The SHE School 2016 and all the extra gifts we’re giving you discerning Early Birds: <a href="http://www.TheSHESchool.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheSHESchool.com</a>

15 | Sacred Questions for Inner Freedom

In this clip from the first retreat in Reversing Our “Curse,” I give an overview of how to appreciate and partner with our monthly hormonal cycles (at any age) as constant reminders calling us home. When we align with our cycles, we emerge every month renewed and empowered. At the end, I’ll share a simple, 4-step morning ritual. I never start a day without it! This will help you safeguard your sanity and creativity as you ride the (often tumultuous!) waves of your hormonal cycles each day.

20 | Aligning Your Life Around Your Feminine Cycles

Instead of featuring one of my own talks on today’s podcast episode, I’m sharing an excerpt from a talk that one of my own beloved teachers-- Sarah Powers-- gave to our SHE School community a few years back. We in the SHE School sisterhood love Sarah Powers. She’s an incredibly grounded, wise, globe-trotting yogini, who also happens to be a devoted wife, mother, and author. When I first met Sarah in my early twenties, I felt I had finally found a role model for a woman who’s ambitious and successful, while also having a (very) deep practice and a nourishing home life. Plus, Sarah has a really innovative perspective on a woman’s path to wholeness, one that has helped to create the foundation for my own work in the world.In this clip, Sarah shares:* The key practices she recommends ​for becoming an empowered, female practitioner * How to trust your inner signals, and let go of the need for outer verification*Ways to cultivate earthy confidence*Why you need to have a practice that speaks to all of you, rather than just parts of you*​2 things every woman needs to thrive in life. This conversation really helps to pull together all the “Bubble Bath Wisdom” talks I’ve shared with you so far. Again and again, women in The SHE School say how appreciative they are of Sarah’s wisdom. And, since I first learned yin yoga while assisting Sarah’s teacher training at Kripalu all those years ago (and it has since become a staple in my life and teachings), at the end, I’ll share a guided, 15-minute, yin yoga sequence. It’s one that I taught at last year’s SHE Retreat in Mexico-- great for getting grounded, while opening your hips, shoulders, and the power center  in your belly. When these get jammed up, we get lost in our thoughts and estranged from our inner knowing.May this talk spark some inner freedom, by helping you to see things a fresh way.Learn more about Sarah Powers: www.SarahPowers.comSee the photos for visual guidance in wide-knee child’s pose here: bit.ly/BBW-_4Learn more about The SHE School: www.TheSHESchool.com

Instead of featuring one of my own talks on today’s podcast episode, I’m sharing an excerpt from a talk that one of my own beloved teachers-- Sarah Powers-- gave to our SHE School community a few years back. We in the SHE School sisterhood love Sarah Powers. She’s an incredibly grounded, wise, globe-trotting yogini, who also happens to be a devoted wife, mother, and author. When I first met Sarah in my early twenties, I felt I had finally found a role model for a woman who’s ambitious and successful, while also having a (very) deep practice and a nourishing home life. Plus, Sarah has a really innovative perspective on a woman’s path to wholeness, one that has helped to create the foundation for my own work in the world. In this clip, Sarah shares: * The key practices she recommends ​for becoming an empowered, female practitioner * How to trust your inner signals, and let go of the need for outer verification *Ways to cultivate earthy confidence *Why you need to have a practice that speaks to all of you, rather than just parts of you *​2 things every woman needs to thrive in life. This conversation really helps to pull together all the “Bubble Bath Wisdom” talks I’ve shared with you so far. Again and again, women in The SHE School say how appreciative they are of Sarah’s wisdom. And, since I first learned yin yoga while assisting Sarah’s teacher training at Kripalu all those years ago (and it has since become a staple in my life and teachings), at the end, I’ll share a guided, 15-minute, yin yoga sequence. It’s one that I taught at last year’s SHE Retreat in Mexico-- great for getting grounded, while opening your hips, shoulders, and the power center in your belly. When these get jammed up, we get lost in our thoughts and estranged from our inner knowing. May this talk spark some inner freedom, by helping you to see things a fresh way. Learn more about Sarah Powers: <a href="http://www.SarahPowers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.SarahPowers.com</a> See the photos for visual guidance in wide-knee child’s pose here: <a href="http://bit.ly/BBW-_4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/BBW-_4</a> Learn more about The SHE School: <a href="http://www.TheSHESchool.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheSHESchool.com</a>

22 | Becoming a Powerful Female Practitioner with Sarah Powers

Alisa Vitti

Running on far too little sleep is something every new mother can relate to. Alisa Vitti, hormone expert, best-selling author of WomanCode(Harper Collins), and the founder of FLOliving.com, shares with us how she comes home to herself-- especially on days when it seems impossible. She shares her story of how she overcame PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) through nutrition and lifestyle, and has gone on to help thousands of women worldwide to use food to end hormonal chaos and get into hormonal “flo.” Learn more about Alisa at www.FloLiving.com.I hope you enjoy our conversation!Come right this way to order your copy of The Book of SHE at www.TheBookofSHE.com. When you register your receipt there before October 30, you’ll receive an invitation to join a complimentary online women’s yoga &amp; meditation class, as well as a live Q &amp; A, with Sara, to help support you as you begin your own Heroine's Journey.

Running on far too little sleep is something every new mother can relate to. Alisa Vitti, hormone expert, best-selling author of WomanCode(Harper Collins), and the founder of <a href="http://FLOliving.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FLOliving.com</a>, shares with us how she comes home to herself-- especially on days when it seems impossible. She shares her story of how she overcame PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) through nutrition and lifestyle, and has gone on to help thousands of women worldwide to use food to end hormonal chaos and get into hormonal “flo.” Learn more about Alisa at <a href="http://www.FloLiving.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.FloLiving.com</a>. I hope you enjoy our conversation! Come right this way to order your copy of The Book of SHE at <a href="http://www.TheBookofSHE.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheBookofSHE.com</a>. When you register your receipt there before October 30, you’ll receive an invitation to join a complimentary online women’s yoga &amp; meditation class, as well as a live Q &amp; A, with Sara, to help support you as you begin your own Heroine's Journey.

3 | How to Align with Your Feminine Flow with Alisa Vitti

Have you ever woken up too tired, too busy, too distracted to practice yoga or meditate? If so, you’re in the right place. And you’re not alone.In today’s episode, I’ll talk about how I developed a consistent, daily yoga &amp; meditation practice nearly two decades ago, and how I have since helped countless other women do the same; ways to create the space and time for practice (even when you don’t think you have any); practice workarounds for travel, irregular schedules, and for any woman who thinks she’s not a morning person; and how to handle boredom, low energy, and diminishing motivation and inspiration. Starting our days in connection with the Sacred allows us to show up for life as the women we most long to be. Settle in for today’s Poolside Sutra, sisters. This isn’t some idealized, Polyanna advice, it’s down-to-earth, practical, and fiercely loving guidance to help you create a daily practice in the way that is right for you, and your life, right now. If you love these Sutras, please consider joining me for my upcoming SHE Yoga &amp; Meditation Teacher Training, now open for registration.At this unconventional gathering, I’ll share the under-the-hood techniques and principles I’ve used in my own yoga &amp; meditation for two decades — and taught to thousands of women, worldwide. Whether you’re aching to support other women or just deepen your own practice, you’ll find the feminine heart of yoga and meditation there. And, yes: we’ll have plenty of pool time, too. www.SHEYogaTraining.com

Have you ever woken up too tired, too busy, too distracted to practice yoga or meditate? If so, you’re in the right place. And you’re not alone. In today’s episode, I’ll talk about how I developed a consistent, daily yoga &amp; meditation practice nearly two decades ago, and how I have since helped countless other women do the same; ways to create the space and time for practice (even when you don’t think you have any); practice workarounds for travel, irregular schedules, and for any woman who thinks she’s not a morning person; and how to handle boredom, low energy, and diminishing motivation and inspiration. Starting our days in connection with the Sacred allows us to show up for life as the women we most long to be. Settle in for today’s Poolside Sutra, sisters. This isn’t some idealized, Polyanna advice, it’s down-to-earth, practical, and fiercely loving guidance to help you create a daily practice in the way that is right for you, and your life, right now. If you love these Sutras, please consider joining me for my upcoming SHE Yoga &amp; Meditation Teacher Training, now open for registration. At this unconventional gathering, I’ll share the under-the-hood techniques and principles I’ve used in my own yoga &amp; meditation for two decades — and taught to thousands of women, worldwide. Whether you’re aching to support other women or just deepen your own practice, you’ll find the feminine heart of yoga and meditation there. And, yes: we’ll have plenty of pool time, too. <a href="http://www.SHEYogaTraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.SHEYogaTraining.com</a>

26 | No Time, No Energy, No Space to Practice?

In today’s “Bubble Bath Wisdom” podcast episode, I unpack why we women need to include Mindfulness Meditation in our daily lives, as well as offer a practice to help you get started. We women need to cultivate our Inner Warriors. We need to know we’re strong enough to handle the storms of life. We need to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. All too often we collapse into the Victim, or the Damsel in Distress, and, in so doing, we miss out on discovering our innate, inner strength.So, good news! It’s totally possible to enjoy the fruits of meditation without the yuck of getting all rigid and heady about it. Listen in, and I’ll tell you how.

In today’s “Bubble Bath Wisdom” podcast episode, I unpack why we women need to include Mindfulness Meditation in our daily lives, as well as offer a practice to help you get started. We women need to cultivate our Inner Warriors. We need to know we’re strong enough to handle the storms of life. We need to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. All too often we collapse into the Victim, or the Damsel in Distress, and, in so doing, we miss out on discovering our innate, inner strength. So, good news! It’s totally possible to enjoy the fruits of meditation without the yuck of getting all rigid and heady about it. Listen in, and I’ll tell you how.

21 | How to Meditate Like a Woman

In today’s episode, the second-to-last in our special Poolside Sutras summertime series, I’m sharing how I (literally!) stumbled across an embodiment practice that drastically changed my life. Welcome to a Woman’s Guide to Yin Yoga. These practices soothe and rejuvenate me. They prepare me for whatever life is asking me to meet, and they return me to myself. I wish for every woman to have this, too; because yin yoga is one of the best allies we can have in our embodiment tool kits. In today’s Poolside Sutra, I’ll share the unexpected story of how I found yin yoga (it involves not sleeping for 3 days straight!);  ways to use yin yoga to work with adrenal fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, and more; and why this practice is one of the best ways to skillfully align our yoga practice with our hormonal cycles.If you love these Sutras, please consider joining me for my upcoming SHE Yoga &amp; Meditation Teacher Training.At this unconventional gathering, I’ll share the under-the-hood techniques and principles I’ve used in my own yoga &amp; meditation for two decades — and taught to thousands of women, worldwide. Whether you’re aching to support other women or just deepen your own practice, you’ll find the feminine heart of yoga and meditation there. And, yes: we’ll have plenty of pool-time, too. www.SHEYogaTraining.com

In today’s episode, the second-to-last in our special Poolside Sutras summertime series, I’m sharing how I (literally!) stumbled across an embodiment practice that drastically changed my life. Welcome to a Woman’s Guide to Yin Yoga. These practices soothe and rejuvenate me. They prepare me for whatever life is asking me to meet, and they return me to myself. I wish for every woman to have this, too; because yin yoga is one of the best allies we can have in our embodiment tool kits. In today’s Poolside Sutra, I’ll share the unexpected story of how I found yin yoga (it involves not sleeping for 3 days straight!); ways to use yin yoga to work with adrenal fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, and more; and why this practice is one of the best ways to skillfully align our yoga practice with our hormonal cycles. If you love these Sutras, please consider joining me for my upcoming SHE Yoga &amp; Meditation Teacher Training. At this unconventional gathering, I’ll share the under-the-hood techniques and principles I’ve used in my own yoga &amp; meditation for two decades — and taught to thousands of women, worldwide. Whether you’re aching to support other women or just deepen your own practice, you’ll find the feminine heart of yoga and meditation there. And, yes: we’ll have plenty of pool-time, too. <a href="http://www.SHEYogaTraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.SHEYogaTraining.com</a>

28 | A Woman’s Guide to Yin Yoga

The beginnings of things -- even wonderful, self-caring things -- can be challenging. You sit down to meditate and your mind won’t shut up. You hop on your yoga mat and feel stiff and awkward the first 15 minutes. Hear what I told women the opening night of my last SHE Retreat about honoring transitions and beginnings. We talk mindfulness, the two kinds of self-care practices (yes, retail therapy counts!), how to work with resistance, and an ultra-simple practice to determine your “growing edge,” in the Sacred Feminine. Enjoy in a cozy bubble bath. Because living true to ourselves is challenging; and the journey needs all the gentleness and sweetness we can muster.Want more? Join my 9-month spiritual practice community for women, now open at: www.TheSHESchool.com.

The beginnings of things -- even wonderful, self-caring things -- can be challenging. You sit down to meditate and your mind won’t shut up. You hop on your yoga mat and feel stiff and awkward the first 15 minutes. Hear what I told women the opening night of my last SHE Retreat about honoring transitions and beginnings. We talk mindfulness, the two kinds of self-care practices (yes, retail therapy counts!), how to work with resistance, and an ultra-simple practice to determine your “growing edge,” in the Sacred Feminine. Enjoy in a cozy bubble bath. Because living true to ourselves is challenging; and the journey needs all the gentleness and sweetness we can muster. Want more? Join my 9-month spiritual practice community for women, now open at: <a href="http://www.TheSHESchool.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheSHESchool.com</a>.

30 | How to Enter the Magic of Retreat Space from Home

Bari Tessler Linden

Bari is one of my closest girlfriends. It then comes as no surprise that we had a really deep interview, where Bari opened up about stories she had never shared before. She talks a little bit about her work, The Art of Money, but she mostly shares tender, personal stories. We explore the "Father's-Daughter Archetype," a concept I write about in The Book of SHE, and how Bari had to rebel against her father's "way" in order to find her own inner compass. We also explore the grief process, and some recent money riddles that it took her decades to solve. Grab a cup of tea, nibble on some dark chocolate (Bari's favorite), and settle in with us for this rich, sisterly conversation. Bari Tessler Linden, MA, is a Financial Therapist, Mentor Coach and Mama-preneur. Bari’s gentle, body-centered approach weaves together personal, couple, and creative entrepreneurial money teachings into one complete tapestry. She is the founder of The Art of Money: a global, year-long money school, which integrates Money Healing, Money Practices and Money Maps. Bari is also the Author of her upcoming book, The Art of Money: A Life-Changing Guide to Financial Happiness, published by Parallax Press in Spring 2016. Learn more about Bari at: http://baritessler.com/I hope you enjoy our conversation!Come right this way to order your copy of The Book of SHE at www.TheBookofSHE.com. When you register your receipt there before October 30, you’ll receive an invitation to join a complimentary online women’s yoga &amp; meditation class, as well as a live Q &amp; A, with Sara, to help support you as you begin your own Heroine's Journey.

Bari is one of my closest girlfriends. It then comes as no surprise that we had a really deep interview, where Bari opened up about stories she had never shared before. She talks a little bit about her work, The Art of Money, but she mostly shares tender, personal stories. We explore the "Father's-Daughter Archetype," a concept I write about in The Book of SHE, and how Bari had to rebel against her father's "way" in order to find her own inner compass. We also explore the grief process, and some recent money riddles that it took her decades to solve. Grab a cup of tea, nibble on some dark chocolate (Bari's favorite), and settle in with us for this rich, sisterly conversation. Bari Tessler Linden, MA, is a Financial Therapist, Mentor Coach and Mama-preneur. Bari’s gentle, body-centered approach weaves together personal, couple, and creative entrepreneurial money teachings into one complete tapestry. She is the founder of The Art of Money: a global, year-long money school, which integrates Money Healing, Money Practices and Money Maps. Bari is also the Author of her upcoming book, The Art of Money: A Life-Changing Guide to Financial Happiness, published by Parallax Press in Spring 2016. Learn more about Bari at: <a href="http://baritessler.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://baritessler.com/</a> I hope you enjoy our conversation! Come right this way to order your copy of The Book of SHE at <a href="http://www.TheBookofSHE.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheBookofSHE.com</a>. When you register your receipt there before October 30, you’ll receive an invitation to join a complimentary online women’s yoga &amp; meditation class, as well as a live Q &amp; A, with Sara, to help support you as you begin your own Heroine's Journey.

4 | Money, Grief, and Being a Father's Daughter with Bari Tessler Linden

We can have the perfect meditation accoutrements adorning our perfect, meditative environment. But when we sit down, expecting our minds to still, distractions to vanish, and inner turmoil to cease--simply because we’re meditating--we’re setting ourselves up for failure (and usually more tension than we started with!). Meditation isn’t about seeking some tranquil space. Nor is it about overriding sadness, depression, monkey mind, or fatigue.In today’s Poolside Sutra, we’ll explore what meditation really is- and, hopefully, you’ll discover that it’s a lot more accessible than you thought. If you’re struggling to get (or stay) on your cushion, much less making friends with yourself once you do, today’s episode is for you. If you love these Sutras, please consider joining me for my upcoming SHE Yoga &amp; Meditation Teacher Training, now open for registration.At this unconventional gathering, I’ll share the under-the-hood techniques and principles I’ve used in my own yoga &amp; meditation for two decades — and taught to thousands of women, worldwide. Whether you’re aching to support other women or just deepen your own practice, you’ll find the feminine heart of yoga and meditation there. And, yes: we’ll have plenty of pool-time, too. www.SHEYogaTraining.com

We can have the perfect meditation accoutrements adorning our perfect, meditative environment. But when we sit down, expecting our minds to still, distractions to vanish, and inner turmoil to cease--simply because we’re meditating--we’re setting ourselves up for failure (and usually more tension than we started with!). Meditation isn’t about seeking some tranquil space. Nor is it about overriding sadness, depression, monkey mind, or fatigue. In today’s Poolside Sutra, we’ll explore what meditation really is- and, hopefully, you’ll discover that it’s a lot more accessible than you thought. If you’re struggling to get (or stay) on your cushion, much less making friends with yourself once you do, today’s episode is for you. If you love these Sutras, please consider joining me for my upcoming SHE Yoga &amp; Meditation Teacher Training, now open for registration. At this unconventional gathering, I’ll share the under-the-hood techniques and principles I’ve used in my own yoga &amp; meditation for two decades — and taught to thousands of women, worldwide. Whether you’re aching to support other women or just deepen your own practice, you’ll find the feminine heart of yoga and meditation there. And, yes: we’ll have plenty of pool-time, too. <a href="http://www.SHEYogaTraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.SHEYogaTraining.com</a>

27 | Meditation Rx for Monkey Mind, Boredom,  & Obstacles Galore

Welcome to our new, seasonal podcast series, Poolside Sutras: my summertime gift to you. Pull up a chaise lounge, soak up the twinkling blue view, and let’s chat about what matters most.I’ll share stories from my own life and practice. Hard-won insights and life-changing lessons from my own mentors, answering the most common struggles you asked about when I inquired: “what’s holding you back in your yoga and meditation practice and teaching?” Today’s episode is all about the mysterious path of women’s yoga. In it, I speak about my humble (unexpected) beginnings, the core differences between masculine and feminine approaches to yoga, and how you can trust the zigs and zags of your own journey, too. If you love these Sutras, please consider joining me for my upcoming SHE Yoga &amp; Meditation Teacher Training, now open for registration. At this unconventional gathering, I’ll share the under-the-hood techniques and principles I’ve used in my own yoga &amp; meditation for two decades — and taught to thousands of women, worldwide. Whether you’re aching to support other women or just deepen your own practice, you’ll find the feminine heart of yoga and meditation there. And, yes: we’ll have plenty of pool-time, too. www.SHEYogaTraining.com

Welcome to our new, seasonal podcast series, Poolside Sutras: my summertime gift to you. Pull up a chaise lounge, soak up the twinkling blue view, and let’s chat about what matters most. I’ll share stories from my own life and practice. Hard-won insights and life-changing lessons from my own mentors, answering the most common struggles you asked about when I inquired: “what’s holding you back in your yoga and meditation practice and teaching?” Today’s episode is all about the mysterious path of women’s yoga. In it, I speak about my humble (unexpected) beginnings, the core differences between masculine and feminine approaches to yoga, and how you can trust the zigs and zags of your own journey, too. If you love these Sutras, please consider joining me for my upcoming SHE Yoga &amp; Meditation Teacher Training, now open for registration. At this unconventional gathering, I’ll share the under-the-hood techniques and principles I’ve used in my own yoga &amp; meditation for two decades — and taught to thousands of women, worldwide. Whether you’re aching to support other women or just deepen your own practice, you’ll find the feminine heart of yoga and meditation there. And, yes: we’ll have plenty of pool-time, too. <a href="http://www.SHEYogaTraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.SHEYogaTraining.com</a>

25 | The Mysterious Path of Women’s Yoga

Over these past few weeks we’ve turned women’s yoga, meditation, and feminine spirituality inside out and upside down. Today it’s time to look at it from one final angle. Let’s explore the business of teaching yoga to women-- and the host of strings (ahem: challenges!) that come along with this gift. A fitting finale to our Poolside Sutras summertime podcast series! It’s not only for yoga teachers and aspiring yoga teachers; but it’s also for anyone who struggles with making a living from her passion. If you love these Sutras, please consider joining me for my upcoming SHE Yoga &amp; Meditation Teacher Training.At this unconventional gathering, I’ll share the under-the-hood techniques and principles I’ve used in my own yoga &amp; meditation for two decades — and taught to thousands of women, worldwide. Whether you’re aching to support other women or just deepen your own practice, you’ll find the feminine heart of yoga and meditation there. And, yes: we’ll have plenty of pool-time, too. www.SHEYogaTraining.com

Over these past few weeks we’ve turned women’s yoga, meditation, and feminine spirituality inside out and upside down. Today it’s time to look at it from one final angle. Let’s explore the business of teaching yoga to women-- and the host of strings (ahem: challenges!) that come along with this gift. A fitting finale to our Poolside Sutras summertime podcast series! It’s not only for yoga teachers and aspiring yoga teachers; but it’s also for anyone who struggles with making a living from her passion. If you love these Sutras, please consider joining me for my upcoming SHE Yoga &amp; Meditation Teacher Training. At this unconventional gathering, I’ll share the under-the-hood techniques and principles I’ve used in my own yoga &amp; meditation for two decades — and taught to thousands of women, worldwide. Whether you’re aching to support other women or just deepen your own practice, you’ll find the feminine heart of yoga and meditation there. And, yes: we’ll have plenty of pool-time, too. <a href="http://www.SHEYogaTraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.SHEYogaTraining.com</a>

29 | The Ins & Outs of Teaching Women’s Yoga

Krista Barbour

Heartbreak is a harsh — but incredibly potent — teacher. It carries us straight into our deepest wounds and invites us to heal them, once and for all. It pulls the rug out from under us — and asks us to find our footing amidst the freefall. Heartbreak shatters us — and demands we piece ourselves back together, more whole and holy than before.One of the most painful pieces of heartbreak is the isolation it brings. I’m on a mission to help shift this by creating a safe space where women share not only the highs of our lives, but, more importantly, the lows.To help us find a sense of community in our struggles, and to give voice to the losses that we often grieve in silence, I’ve created a special interview series on our podcast called “The Heartbreak Diaries.” Here, I’ll feature 4 intimate interviews with women who’ve weathered intense heartbreak — and come out the other side even stronger. Today, please enjoy the first interview of this series, with Leadership Trainer and Coach, Krista Barbour.On an early September morning in 2015, Krista awoke to a flurry of text messages and voicemails on her phone. I’m thinking of you…. Are you okay?!.... I’m here if you need me. Moments later, she learned that her beloved, Mark, passed unexpectedly the night before. From there, Krista spiralled into the most unimaginable and challenging period of her life. Little did she know that living through that time would also gift her with the most profound, transformative and life-giving growth she’s ever known. This is the first time Krista has spoken publicly about Mark’s passing; and we’re honored that she chose to share her journey, and all the wisdom she’s claimed from it, with us today.If you’re needing more support while navigating your own grieving process, please explore: Healing from Heartbreak: Transform through the Wild Wisdom of Grief. In this 4-week, online immersion, you’ll receive support from a like-hearted community of women, weekly classes and mentoring calls with me, and the exact tools and practices you need to work skillfully with each stage of your grieving and healing process. So you don’t just break down … you break through. Here’s where to learn more: http://bit.ly/H_f_H

Heartbreak is a harsh — but incredibly potent — teacher. It carries us straight into our deepest wounds and invites us to heal them, once and for all. It pulls the rug out from under us — and asks us to find our footing amidst the freefall. Heartbreak shatters us — and demands we piece ourselves back together, more whole and holy than before. One of the most painful pieces of heartbreak is the isolation it brings. I’m on a mission to help shift this by creating a safe space where women share not only the highs of our lives, but, more importantly, the lows. To help us find a sense of community in our struggles, and to give voice to the losses that we often grieve in silence, I’ve created a special interview series on our podcast called “The Heartbreak Diaries.” Here, I’ll feature 4 intimate interviews with women who’ve weathered intense heartbreak — and come out the other side even stronger. Today, please enjoy the first interview of this series, with Leadership Trainer and Coach, Krista Barbour. On an early September morning in 2015, Krista awoke to a flurry of text messages and voicemails on her phone. I’m thinking of you…. Are you okay?!.... I’m here if you need me. Moments later, she learned that her beloved, Mark, passed unexpectedly the night before. From there, Krista spiralled into the most unimaginable and challenging period of her life. Little did she know that living through that time would also gift her with the most profound, transformative and life-giving growth she’s ever known. This is the first time Krista has spoken publicly about Mark’s passing; and we’re honored that she chose to share her journey, and all the wisdom she’s claimed from it, with us today. If you’re needing more support while navigating your own grieving process, please explore: Healing from Heartbreak: Transform through the Wild Wisdom of Grief. In this 4-week, online immersion, you’ll receive support from a like-hearted community of women, weekly classes and mentoring calls with me, and the exact tools and practices you need to work skillfully with each stage of your grieving and healing process. So you don’t just break down … you break through. Here’s where to learn more: <a href="http://bit.ly/H_f_H" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/H_f_H</a>

36 | The Sudden Death of Your Beloved, from Crisis to Crafting a New Love with Krista Barbour

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