Sivana Podcast: Eastern Spirituality, Yoga Philosophy, And Conscious Living

Kundalini yoga is a deeply spiritual practice. In fact, many say that the Kundalini process can lead to a spiritual awakening. And while spiritual enlightenment sounds like a really good thing, it can come with a whole lot of intense experiences (headaches, nausea, YUCK). The way that yoga talks about this spiritual experience is through the Kundalini process, where prana (life force energy) moves through the subtle body (aka your spinal column) until it reaches the Sahasrara Chakra at the top of your head… …to awaken Kundalini. Before you go chasing the Kundalini experience (like I did), take some time to get acquainted with the Kundalini awakening process. There are a few things you should know about awakened Kundalini, first. And then I’ll share my tips on how to use this ancient practice to achieve your own spiritual awakening too. So buckle up. We are about to embark on a spiritual journey.

Yoga teachers are poor! Right?! WRONG! Today, I interview one of my Uplifted 300-Hour Alumni, Arielle Castillo, about how she kicked her yoga career into high gear, and started earning $10K a month within three years of graduation. Arielle holds nothing back. She takes up step-by-step through her career change, discovering her niche, the trial-and-error process of figuring out what to sell, and those awkward first sales calls. Go behind-the-scenes on her business, with all my prying questions, and walk away inspired. You can do this too!     GUEST EXPERT: Arielle Castillo | https://www.halftimeyoga.com/   Go deeper with me: ✨200-hour Online Yoga Teacher Training ✨300-hour Online Yoga Teacher Training (this is the program Arielle took!) ✨Uplifted Business Launchpad ✨Get Your Free Yoga Business Plan  

My guest today leveraged yoga to overcome 17 orthopedic surgeries and regain her mobility so she could do what she loved – hike, backpack and garden. Did you know our connection to nature is a profound tool in our healing journey? Yet nature is a tool that most yogis and yoga teachers completely overlook.  Today, we hear Andrea’s inspiring yoga transformation story. How she shifted her mindset from a victim mentality into one of abundance, where she is now thriving. At age 50, Andrea took her first Uplifted Yoga Teacher Training, became a leader in our Uplifted Teacher Training world, got certified as a Mindful Outdoor Guide, and is teaching multiple classes at two YMCAs. In this episode, Andrea provides practical ideas about how you can take your mindfulness practice outdoors and allow nature to soothe your nervous system. She explains the parallels between yoga and spending time in nature, with lots of practical tips about how to get outside in order to shift into specific moods or emotions. Mindfulness ins

Here’s what no one ever tells you: Yoga was always meant to be profoundly personal. A yoga practice adapted uniquely to you is *twice* as potent as a generic group class that’s one-size-fits-all. In a world with personalized medicine and personalized nutrition, of course you should have your own personalized yoga ritual. This is how yoga was always MEANT to be. So it’s time to put together your most potent practice with my brand new book YOGA LIFE. Are you ready?

What is Kriya Yoga? It depends who you ask! In this episode, I work to demystify this term. We look at how “kriya yoga” is interpreted by

I used to hear the word “boundary” and thought that it meant putting up an energetic brick wall. This was not fun (and not feasible). In today’s episode, I share practical tips about what I’ve learned on setting and holding boundaries with an open heart. Most of us have been conditioned to think that “boundaries = confrontation” and even physically tense up when we have to hold a boundary or say “no.” The tips I share today will help with that:

Ugh… that annoying “self care” word again. It’s overused. We know we should be doing it. But what is it really? Today, I attempt to dissect and lift the veil on what self care truly means (hint, it’s not just bubble baths). Listen and discover:

Influencer burnout, overwhelm, childhood trauma, ketamine — no stone is left unturned in this juicy conversation with me and one of my yoga BFFs, Sarah Beth of Sarah Beth Yoga. Tune in to today’s episode to discover:

Ever felt like you’ve unlocked a new level of happiness or success… only to have everything come crashing down around you? That’s because we self sabotage when we leave our energetic comfort zone. For many of us (sadly) we’re *more* comfortable with lower, negative vibrations than the higher ones we’re ascending toward. Today, we unpack how this works and learn concrete action-steps you can take to counteract self-sabotage. Discover:

The BEST goddess to liberate you from guilt, shame, doubt, fear? KALI! Our Kali Yoga Challenge starts in just a few days. Kali is the FIERCE goddess of death and rebirth. She’s profoundly misunderstood.

Let’s talk SNAKES!

Kundalini yoga is unlike any other type of yoga that you might practice. Where hatha yoga and vinyasa flow might focus on the physical exercises (asana) that yoga has to offer, Kundalini focuses on the spiritual practice of yoga. It’s about the energy body as opposed to the physical body.  Don’t worry, it’s not as scary as it sounds.  Kundalini Yoga is the “yoga of awareness,” and we unpack exactly what that means in this juicy episode.   

It’s been a minute since I’ve podcasted! (4 years to be exact). But the Sivana Podcast is back with a new look and a Google Drive folder full of delicious episodes ready to release right here to YOU. It’s my belief you are listening because you want to EXPRESS, CREATE and CONNECT as part of your own healing process. We’re going to do all of that together every Wednesday as part of a *NEW SEASON* of the podcast I’ve put together for you.    Today’s behind-the-scenes “tell all” episode divulges how Uplifted Yoga got started. You’ll hear my fears, insecurities, and lowest moments. Just when I thought I finally had it all figured out, 2020 changed the yoga landscape, my business, and personal life forever. My own nervous system is still recovering. And I want to share everything I’ve been learning with you.  Not on my email list? Join to know when new episodes drop and I’ll send you my  Yoga Transformational Portal (How to make your yoga practice 2x more potent in 1/2 the time) for free as a gift.

Many of us crave the stability of daily, at-home yoga practice – but life gets in the way! In this episode, I share my top three tips on how to make it to your mat daily. These have worked for me personally and for thousands of my Uplifted members. Turn your daily practice fantasy into a reality with concrete action steps. Can’t wait to share these with you!   Join Brett’s Uplifted Membership with a FREE month (use code PODCAST at checkout) http://www.brettlarkin.com/uplifted/   Get the Uplifted Sivana Gift Box: https://www.sivanaspirit.com/products/uplifted-box   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/ http://www.instagram.com/larkinyogatv/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Use code TAKE25 for $25 off anything in your shopping cart at SivanaSpirit.com – new customers only

Let’s dive deeper into Rumi! Today, award-winning translator and scholar of Rumi, Shahram Shiva, teaches us about the chemistry of sound, quatrains, and the art of translating Rumi from Persian. We also talk about ‘transformative whirling’ as a path to enlightenment, and how Rumi whirled when composing. We also read aloud Rumi poetry and discuss how to allow Rumi’s teaching deepen your spiritual life. Don’t miss this special episode. --- Shahram Shiva is an award-winning translator and scholar of Rumi, author of several books, recording artist and teacher of advanced spirituality. He is known for rich and entrancing concerts and performances and captivating talks and lectures. Shahram Shiva is one of the original translators and popularizers of Rumi. Shahram Shiva's teachings are on the future of spirituality, consciousness expansion, vision manifestation, self-realization and the art of limitless living. Shahram Shiva's latest album is LOVE EVOLVE and his newest book is Rumi's Untold Story.   Special Guest:

Let’s travel back to the 13th century and learn about Rumi! Award-winning translator and scholar of Rumi, Shahram Shiva, takes us on a journey of Rumi’s early life. How did Rumi transition from a conservative scholar to the poet we love and know today? Why was his teaching so radical? What about his teaching is still so relevant today? Listen to learn more! --- Shahram Shiva is an award-winning translator and scholar of Rumi, author of several books, recording artist and teacher of advanced spirituality. He is known for rich and entrancing concerts and performances and captivating talks and lectures. Shahram Shiva is one of the original translators and popularizers of Rumi. Shahram Shiva's teachings are on the future of spirituality, consciousness expansion, vision manifestation, self-realization and the art of limitless living. Shahram Shiva's latest album is LOVE EVOLVE and his newest book is Rumi's Untold Story.   Special Guest: Shahram Shiva www.ShahramShiva.com www.Rumi.net @ShahramShiva   Get the Uplift

What are the natural hormonal shifts that women experience each month in unison with the lunar phases? Naturopathic doctor, Cassandra Wilder, guides us step-by-step through the New, Waxing, Waning and Full moon. She also provides dietary guidelines and advice for those looking to regulate their cycle or sync their cycle with the moon. We discuss tips for women trying to conceive or navigate the hormonal changes of menopause. If you’re curious about women’s issues and hormone balancing, this is a must-listen!   Related Episodes 183 and 184: Lunar Abundance: Cultivating Joy Using the Phases of the Moon - Conversation with Ezzie Spencer PhD   ---   Cassandra Wilder is a Naturopathic Doctor, Yoga Instructor and the Creatrix of GoddessCeremony, a global sisterhood that teaches women how to live empowered, authentic lives. Passionate about women's health and wellness, Cassandra works with women who are ready to reclaim their health through 1:1 sessions and international retreats.   Special Guest: Cassandra Wilder w

Reclaim your menstrual cycle as a time to slow down and make space for healing. Today’s guest, naturopathic doctor Cassandra Wilder, invites us to remember the sacred significance of menstruation. Get ready to shift your perspective around your period and learn many practical tips. Cassandra offers us 4 natural ways we can alleviate common symptoms like PMS, bloating, cramping and fatigue. Related Episodes 173 and 174: Secrets of Ayurveda: Bliss & Spiritual Revelation through Your Menstrual Period - Conversation with Akshata Sheelvant   ---   Cassandra Wilder is a Naturopathic Doctor, Yoga Instructor and the Creatrix of GoddessCeremony, a global sisterhood that teaches women how to live empowered, authentic lives. Passionate about women's health and wellness, Cassandra works with women who are ready to reclaim their health through 1:1 sessions and international retreats.   Special Guest: Cassandra Wilder www.GoddessCeremony.com https://www.facebook.com/goddessceremony https://www.instagram.com/wildgoddes

Helen Chin Lui, author of “Know Your Chakras – Introduction to Energy Medicine,” comes on the show today to talk with me about the Chakras!!! Expect lots of AHA moments in this episode as Helen and I dive into less commonly discussed aspects of these energy centers. Helen covers: the front and the back of the Chakras, the concept of “emotion” versus “will,” and why prioritize recharging our energy. We talk about how the Chakras are never truly in balance, but fluctuating throughout your day. We end with practical tips from Helen on how you “police” your own energy. If you’re curious about the Chakras, this episode is a must-listen! --- Helen Chin Lui is a Certified Reflexologist, Certified Energy Medicine Practitioner and a Certified Reiki Practitioner and teacher in the USA. She is the owner of the Healing Place LLC and the Healing Place Energy School LLC in Medfield, MA. Helen has been practicing professional energy healing services since 2006. Helen has more than 1,000 specialized hours in Reflexology, Ene

What’s the difference between acupuncture and reflexology? Why would you choose one healing modality over another? Do your organs really map to your feet? Is reflexology really just a foot massage? Get all these questions answered in today’s show with Helen Chin Lui, Certified Reflexologist, Certified Energy Medicine Practitioner and a Certified Reiki Practitioner. We talk about pressure points, Chinese Medicine and taking charge of your own energy. Don’t miss this special episode! --- Helen Chin Lui is a Certified Reflexologist, Certified Energy Medicine Practitioner and a Certified Reiki Practitioner and teacher in the USA. She is the owner of the Healing Place LLC and the Healing Place Energy School LLC in Medfield, MA. Helen has been practicing professional energy healing services since 2006. Helen has more than 1,000 specialized hours in Reflexology, Energy Medicine, and Reiki. She is a highly skilled reflexologist with certifications in the foot, hand, ear, advance digestive health, pediatrics, acupoint