Ep. 175 Channel Joy Amidst the Chaos with Brett Larkin
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
Release Date: 02/23/2024
Ep. 197 Aphrodite Will Steal Your Man: Sensuality, War and Shadow
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
The goddess archetypes of Aphrodite and Athena, sensuality and warfare, are within us all. In today’s episode, Katie shares the light and shadow sides of these goddesses to help you liberate yourself from some of the most painful patterns in your life. Learn how to start healing your lineage from past relationship karma that can hold you back from fully loving and being loved. This episode is a sneak peek inside our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School! to learn more and enroll in our 2025 class starting on January 15, 2025! Want to see the images of Aphrodite and Athena that Katie references in...
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Ep. 196 Are you a Scrunchy, Silky or Crunchy Woman?
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
Inspired by the scrunchy, silky and crunchy mom TikTok trends, Katie describes the three types of students we have at . A truly powerful woman knows who she is and has explored her light, her dark and everything in between. Tune in to get to know yourself on a deeper level! Then send Katie a message on or to let her know if you’re a scrunchy, silky or crunchy woman! Join us for a year of deep inner work in our Feminie-Form Ayurveda School! to learn more and enroll in our 2025 class! In this episode, you’ll hear: ~ Wondering if Ayurveda School is right for you? Book a free call with one...
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Ep. 195 Beyond the Ayurveda Checklist with Jackie DeConti
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
In this special episode, the tables have turned! Katie is interviewed by Ayurvedic Health Coach and Shakti School alum, Jackie DeConti, about her unique approach to healing and Ayurveda. Many of us come to Ayurveda to “fix” ourselves, however, the point of Ayurveda is not to “fix” because you’re not actually broken! This episode is a beautiful reminder of your innate wholeness and worthiness. Tune in for a discussion about how to go beyond the Ayurveda checklist, avoid common pitfalls of self-development, access your inner wisdom and so much more! Are you ready to take a more...
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Ep. 194 Your Ayurveda School Questions Answered
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
Are you considering studying Ayurveda more deeply? Here at The Shakti School, we approach Ayurvedic education a bit differently. We deeply respect and share the ancient Ayurvedic guidelines, protocols, recipes and self-care practices, but we don’t stop there. Our year-long Ayurveda School is designed to support you in embodying true health by awakening the greatest healer - your inner wise woman! In this episode, Katie answers your frequently asked questions about Ayurveda School such as: What’s unique about The Shakti School’s feminine-form approach to Ayurveda education? How can I make...
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Ep. 193 Triphala: The #1 Ayurvedic Herb I Keep Coming Back To
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
In many regions of India, the herb triphala is considered a cure-all! Scientific studies have shown that triphala can help improve digestion, reduce inflammation, stabilize blood sugar levels, support liver heath and much more. It’s no surprise that triphala is Katie’s favorite Ayurvedic herb! Tune in to learn about the benefits of triphala and how to incorporate this powerful herb into your life! Wondering where to get your triphala? Our girlfriends over at PAAVANI Ayurveda have everything you need to help integrate Ayurvedic wisdom seamlessly into your day! From a wonderful , to...
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Ep. 192 Revolutionizing Pregnancy and Postpartum Care with Ashlee Sakaishi Wilkin
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
If you’re pregnant, postpartum, trying to conceive or know someone who is on a fertility journey, this episode is for you! Today Katie is joined by beloved Shakti School teacher, Ashlee Sakaishi Wilkin. Ashlee is an Ayurvedic Practitioner, Birth and Postpartum Doula and prenatal yoga teacher. They discuss how we can change the culture of pregnancy and postpartum care to one where birthing people are deeply nourished and supported by their communities. Learn Ashlee’s favorite Ayurvedic conception and postpartum care practices, foods, drink recipes and herbs to nourish yourself and feel...
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Ep. 191 The Meaning of Tantra (Tantra Talks #8)
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
Tantra is not what most people here in America and Europe believe it is - a mere discipline of sacred sex. While sacred sex is great, the true purpose, practice and meaning of Tantra are so much richer! In this episode, Katie dives deep into the ancient history of Tantra and shares how you can live a Tantric life in our modern world. If you’re ready to experience more pleasure and playfulness in your life, tune into this episode about the multi-faceted meaning of Tantra! Join us LIVE for a Sacred Halloween Ceremony on October 31st! Sign up for our newsletter so you don’t miss the invite!...
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Ep. 190 What is Feminine-Form Ayurveda?
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
Here at The Shakti School, we’re all about embodying feminine-form Ayurveda, but what does that actually mean? What is feminine-form Ayurveda and why do we love it? In this episode, Katie takes you on a journey into the feminine, shamanic, spiritual and elemental roots of Ayurveda. She then leads you through a guided meditation to foster your connection with the most important medicine on the planet: Your Wise Woman Inner Healer. Are you ready to truly embody feminine-form Ayurveda? Early bird pricing for the 2025 class of our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School ends on October 31st,...
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Ep. 189 Finding Meaning in Heartbreak and Time to Fall Apart
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
Whether you’re going through a breakup, divorce, job loss or grieving a loved one this episode is for you. Sometimes when we think we’re at our breaking point life throws us yet another huge curve ball. In this episode, Katie shares advice gleaned from recent and past heartbreaks to support you in your darkest moments. Learn breathing practices to process your feelings and find the meaning in your heartbreak so you can come out stronger on the other side! Thank you to our girlfriends PAAVANI Ayurveda for sponsoring this episode! PAAVANI is women-owned and sources organic ingredients to...
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Ep. 188 Your Fall Ayurvedic Kitchari Cleanse Guide
Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care
As the seasons change so do our body and spirit! According to Ayurvedic tradition, fall is a sacred time of year when we can experience deep clarity and insight into our life purpose. Through a traditional, seasonal kitchari cleanse we can align with the lightness, mobility and clarity of the fall season in order to become wiser, improve digestion and boost our immunity as we ready for winter. Tune in to this episode to learn why we cleanse, then join Katie LIVE for our FREE Online on Thursday, September 26th at 11 am Eastern Time US. You’ll learn how to do a kitchari cleanse and take home...
info_outlineIf you have trouble staying consistent with your yoga practice, or if your daily routine has become rigid and uninspired today’s episode is for you! This week Kaite is joined by yoga teacher trainer and author Brett Larkin. They share why tailoring your yoga practice to your unique Ayurvedic mind-body type is important. This personalized approach is true to yoga’s ancient roots but was distorted as yoga spread to the West. Brett also shares the creative inspiration behind her new book Yoga Life: Habits, Poses, and Breathwork to Channel Joy Amidst the Chaos.
Yoga doesn’t have to be another item to check off your to-do list. Tune in to learn how to infuse yoga into every aspect of your daily life!
In this episode, you’ll hear:
~ Three potent questions to start your yoga practice with
~ How to make your whole life a yoga studio
~ Ways to personalize your yoga practice based on your Ayurvedic constitution
~ Why we’re often attracted to yoga poses that aren’t beneficial to us
~ The concept of “soul mate postures”
~ How asanas influence the nervous system
~ The origins and evolution of modern yoga
~ Why publishing a book is an emotional rollercoaster
~ Why personalization is the future of the wellness industry
~ How to become consistent with your yoga practice
Other links mentioned in this episode:
~ Find Brett Larkin’s Yoga Teacher Training and Uplifted Yoga Membership on her website
~ Connect with Brett Larkin on her YouTube and Instagram
~ Katie’s teacher A.G. Mohan
~ Katie’s new book, Glow-Worthy: Practices for Awakening Your Inner Light and Loving Yourself as You Are—Broken, Beautiful, and Sacred is available now!
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