The Uplifted Yoga Podcast
What does it really take to build your dream yoga retreat centerāfrom scratch? In this episode, I sit down with Kayla Nielsen, who shares the raw, inspiring truth behind building a yoga retreat space from the ground up. From buying land abroad to pricing retreats and navigating local logistics, Kayla opens up about the entrepreneurial journey few yoga teachers talk about. We cover: š¹ How to navigate land ownership and logistics in a foreign country š¹ Smart strategies for planning, pricing, and co-teaching retreats š¹ Why patience and community are the foundation of a sustainable...
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No talk. No theory. No to-do list. Just you and 20 minutes of deep nervous system reset. This New Yearās Eve episode is a guided Somatic Release Meditationādesigned to help you let go of trapped emotions, soothe your system, and make space for whatās next. Itās also a beautiful primer for whatās coming in the Evolve Somatic Challenge, which starts January 1st. (If you havenāt signed up yetāgo do that!) ⨠A few important notes: šļø Lie down, get comfy, and please donāt do this while driving. š§ This practice also helps soothe the vagus nerve, release tension, and bring...
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Okay, this isnāt our usual episode. Thereās no philosophy, no Gita breakdown, no talk of funnels or energy anatomy today. Instead, I have a gift for youāa guided meditation designed to help you do something surprisingly hard: feel good and stay in it. If youāve been through trauma or long-term stress, your nervous system might default to worry, numbness, or waiting for the other shoe to dropāeven when things are actually going well. This practice gently helps you expand your capacity to receive joy, compliments, connection, and peace without flinching. ⨠A few important notes:...
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What happens when a 20-year-old decides to completely unplugāfrom smartphones, social media, and the digital world? In this episode, I talk with Yunus Maximus, a bold, creative soul who's chosen a countercultural path in todayās tech-saturated world. We explore how living without a phone has deepened his art, saved his mental health, and strengthened his human connections. His story will make you rethink your relationship with technologyāand your own creativity. We talk about: š¹ Why Yunus ditched his phone and never looked back š¹ The link between digital detox and artistic...
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Todayās episode is a little different and really special. Iām finally sharing the story behind my new book, Healing with Somatic Yoga. This book is the heart of everything Iāve been teaching, practicing, and living ā and I canāt wait for you to hold it in your hands. If youāve ever felt like traditional wellness advice just doesnāt reach the deeper layers ā like somethingās missing ā youāre not alone. Weāre entering what Iām calling the Decade of the Nervous System. Itās time to stop muscling through healing and start listening to the body thatās been protecting...
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What does it mean to surrenderānot just in theory, but in your body? Katie Silcox is back for an intimate and expansive conversation where we explore the intersections of shadow work, yoga, energy practices, and the divine. We talk about the emotional courage it takes to let go, the healing potential of the word God, and how to distinguish between meditation and prayer in a way that supports your spiritual evolution. Youāll learn: š¹ Why shadow work is more about integration than excavation š¹ The difference between vertical and horizontal energy flow š¹ How to ground yourself for...
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In this episode, I introduce the core principles of Feminine Form Kundalini, a radically different approach to energy and transformation. We explore how the body responds not to pressure, but to rhythm, wave-like movement, and the right conditions for deep inner uncoiling. This practice isnāt about transcendenceāitās about coming home to your body as the sacred gateway to power. Youāll learn: š¹ Why biological safety is the foundation of true spiritual awakening š¹ How spiral and wave-like movement unlocks stuck energy š¹ The vital role of pleasure in feminine energy practices...
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Looking for the perfect gift for the yogi or wellness lover in your life? Or maybe youāre building your own holiday wish list? In this fun and cozy episode, Corinne and I share our favorite yoga gear, wellness hacks, and self-care staplesājust in time for Black Friday and the holiday season. We dive into everything from yoga clothing and props to supplements and skincare tools, giving you a yogi-approved guide to all things supportive, stylish, and soul-nourishing. Youāll hear: š¹ Our go-to yoga clothing brands (from luxe to budget-friendly!) š¹ Wellness staples we swear byāAG1,...
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What does it mean to act with wisdomāand make every moment sacred? In Chapter 4 of the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna reveals how true wisdom isnāt passiveāitās a call to action. He teaches Arjuna how knowledge, action, and sacrifice are deeply intertwined, offering a timeless guide for navigating moral crises with clarity and courage. Today, we explore how these teachings apply to your modern life, showing you how to transform every choice, breath, and moment into an offering aligned with your highest purpose. Hereās what youāll learn: š¹ What it means to put wisdom into motion in your...
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Itās time to dive deeper into the subtle energy system that powers your yoga practiceāand your life. In Part 2 of our exploration of the Vayus, I explore Udana Vayu (upward-moving energy) and Vyana Vayu (the expansive force that integrates everything), and how they influence expression, circulation, and embodiment. We connect the Vayus to chakras, Ayurveda, mudras, and practical tools you can use to balance these energies in your body and teaching. Youāll learn: š¹ The roles of Udana Vayu (expression, growth, communication) and Vyana Vayu (circulation, integration, wholeness) š¹ How...
info_outlineBack by popular demand; Guru Singh and I are together again. This time we are talking about the third eye and its significance in Kundalini. We talk about the anatomy of the third eye and the role it plays in receiving messages and then sending messages throughout the body. We also touch on the importance of balance in this powerful energy center.
Grab some tea and deep dive with us on:
š¹The three parts of the third eye: pineal gland, pituitary gland and hypothalamus
š¹A breakdown of the roles each of the parts of the 3rd eye play
š¹How balanced functioning of these three glands allows for a harmonious and balanced third eye
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š§ Also Listen to:
#316 ā Origins of Kundalini & the Yogi Bhajan Scandal ā Part 1
#322 ā Origins of Kundalini & the Yogi Bhajan Scandal ā Part 2
#328 ā Defining Sikhism & Its Influence on Kundalini Yoga with Guru Singh
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