Spirit Sessions: Sex, Spirit & Self-Care

Spirit Sessions is your one-stop shop for all things sex, spirit and shakti-infused self-care (with a spoonful of Southern belle). Join me, Katie Silcox, New York Times Best-Selling author and Founder of Shakti School, for your weekly self-love soundbyte. This podcast is full of fun and deep real-talk from your fave Ayurveda gal-Friday on yoga, Ayurveda, Tantra and anything else we wanna’ dish about. This is about me having authentic conversation with YOU on everything I’m currently madly in love with. That includes recipes, body movement practices, health-boosting herbal love, and a slew of amazing guests who blew my mind (and will blow yours). Mostly, this podcast is personal. It’s me speaking my most authentic heart. No holds barred. No fear. Just me, you + spirit. Spirit Sessions, appreciating the wisdom of ancient Ayurveda and bringing it to the modern woman from my home-studio to your earbuds. No filter. Only L.O.V.E.

Ep. 153 It’s All Sound and Light with Dr. Patrick Porter 06/01/2023

Ep. 153 It’s All Sound and Light with Dr. Patrick Porter In this special episode, Katie sits down with one of the world’s most leading brain experts, Dr. Patrick Porter of BrainTap to discuss all things brain health. Tune in to hear how Dr. Porter got interested in working with peoples’ brains through the medium of light and sound and why that is so important, how to overcome that afternoon slump, and recommended foods to support neuroplasticity. Whether you’re a veteran, kid, or a stressed out parent, this episode has something for everyone. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ How we can use BrainTap to get quiet so we can enter into a different aspect of our consciousness, where more healing actually does exist ~ What Dr. Porter’s spiritual practice looks like ~ How the brain works and what the best state is for us to get positive affirmations into (because it’s not enough to just say affirmations!) ~ Dr. Porter’s go-to morning beverage ~ Why it’s so important to go to sleep by 10pm ~ The best time of day to use BrainTap to reset the nervous system and increase productivity ~ Why Stevia isn’t as bad as you might think ~ Three reasons why your brain isn’t functioning right ~ You can find ~ ~ Dr. Porter’s recommended B supplement: ~ GLOW-WORTHY pre-sale is available now!! Order your copy NOW here: ~ Early bird registration is now open for to take advantage of the lowest tuition prices and payment plans. ~ Links below to register for the Energy 101 course with Cristal Mortensen: For the paid-in-full rate of $468, click here to register: For the payment plan of $98 for 6 months, click here to register: Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/27020316

Ep. 152 How to Apologize, But for Real 05/12/2023

Ep. 151 The Tongue: An Unknown Key to Health 04/14/2023

Ep. 151 The Tongue: An Unknown Key to Health This special episode is the first part of a presentation by Dr. Kirsten Mackey in the Spirit Sessions Membership. Tune in to learn about connections between your tongue, nervous system and your health issues from an Osteopathic perspective. today for the full video lecture! In this episode you’ll hear: ~ Common health complaints linked to dysfunction of the tongue ~ The tongue and your brain- what is a homunculus? ~ The potential impact of braces/orthodontia on the mouth, face and nervous system ~ What is a frenulum? How and why it can cause issues ~ Where should your tongue be? ~ How to retrain the tongue using simple exercises ~ How tongue and facial structure impact our most vital nutrient- oxygen ~ How breathing impacts posture issues and chronic jaw, neck and back tension ~ Mouth breathing and why you want to address it ~ to watch the full video lecture with slides AND get access to the full compendium of practices, meditations, lectures and workouts ~ Join Katie and The Shakti School for the May 6th and 7th. Live spaces are filling up fast, so register now to get in! Payment plan options available. ~ To connect with Dr. Mackey, visit for more information on her practice, upcoming events and about becoming a patient. ~ Reference article for this talk by Dr. Michelle Veneziano: "Your Swallow, Smile and Sleep are More Related Than You Think." This episode is brought to you by . Use discount code SHAKTI15 at checkout for 15% off a one time purchase on Female founded PAAVANI Ayurveda is an artisan line of small-batch, pure, organic health & skincare products formulated in Northern California. Handcrafted with the wisdom of Ayurveda, these gals seek to raise conscious awareness of the whole by practicing the philosophy of ahimsa or nonviolence in making their products. This means that their offerings are certified cruelty free and vegan and that PAAVANI carefully selects herbal ingredients that are sustainable, ensuring that plant medicine is abundant for future generations. In addition to mindful formulations, PAAVANI Ayurveda packages their products in glass to maintain the integrity of their herbal ingredients. Additionally, their labels are printed on recycled paper stock, using water-based inks that generate little to no paper waste & no harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs). With every purchase made with PAAVANI Ayurveda, you are supporting a female founded, small business that strives to maintain the health of not only your skin, but also our earth. Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/26544153

Ep. 150 The Healing Climate in Spiritual Practice (and life) 03/17/2023

Ep. 150 The Healing Climate in Spiritual Practice (and life) For the past four years, I have had the incredible good fortune to work very closely with a one-on-one mentor and therapist named Cristal Mortensen. And today, I am so honored to share this podcast with you where I interview her. In it, we discuss what she calls "the healing climate," and why, without it, our efforts to heal ourselves and to hold space for others may work against our deepest desire. This podcast touches deep into the essence of my personal inner practice, as well as the ethos we are working each day to do our best to uphold within what we teach at The Shakti School. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ What the healing climate is and how it can help us ~ Resistance and how finding ‘the spot’ within ourselves can be supportive of healing ~ The importance of compassion and gentleness toward ourselves ~ Letting awareness be the light that shines through our uncomfortable feelings, rather than changing them ~ Our unique resources within and how we may be able to better access them ~ How these techniques can impact manifestation intentions ~ Noticing how we experience ourselves energetically and the way it can bring self-compassion ~ Being in relationship with energy ~ Join Katie and The Shakti School for the May 6th and 7th. Live spaces are filling up fast, so register now to get in! Payment plan options available. ~ is a trauma and nervous system specialist and Certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, in private practice for over 20 years. She helps people heal and clear unresolved trauma, attachment wounds, balance energetic, emotional and mental disequilibriums, find their way back to themselves and discover their wholeness. Her multidimensional approach to trauma healing developed out of her own journey of healing, which began when she learned yoga and meditation at the age of 16 and henceforth dedicated her life to the path of healing. She has healed from debilitating complex PTSD, severe anxiety and depression, addiction, disordered eating, chronic pain and physical illness and has dedicated her life to supporting others in healing from the pain of trauma and finding freedom. Cristal’s ability to deftly weave between and integrate the realms of the mind, emotion, physical body, subtle body, energy and spirit and bridge ordinary and non ordinary reality, along with her compassionate presence has made her unique work highly sought after. She has practiced and studied extensively over the past 30 years with masters in the fields of trauma, attachment, somatics, meditation, breath, movement and energy healing, bringing the balance of ancient wisdom and modern science to her work. She has developed Multidimensional Trauma Healing and Sacred Attachment work, out of the need for an approach to trauma healing that is truly effective and transformative. Her work builds access to an organizing matrix from which inherent safety, security and an integrated mind and body can develop, creating a new template from which we can heal and our life can evolve. Her mission is to be a guiding light for those suffering from trauma. She believes passionately that the seeds of healing and transformation are within each of us, waiting to be discovered and activated. You can connect with her at This episode is brought to you by . Use discount code SHAKTI15 at checkout for 15% off a one time purchase on Female founded PAAVANI Ayurveda is an artisan line of small-batch, pure, organic health & skincare products formulated in Northern California. Handcrafted with the wisdom of Ayurveda, these gals seek to raise conscious awareness of the whole by practicing the philosophy of ahimsa or nonviolence in making their products. This means that their offerings are certified cruelty free and vegan and that PAAVANI carefully selects herbal ingredients that are sustainable, ensuring that plant medicine is abundant for future generations. In addition to mindful formulations, PAAVANI Ayurveda packages their products in glass to maintain the integrity of their herbal ingredients. Additionally, their labels are printed on recycled paper stock, using water-based inks that generate little to no paper waste & no harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs). With every purchase made with PAAVANI Ayurveda, you are supporting a female founded, small business that strives to maintain the health of not only your skin, but also our earth. Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/26262555

Ep. 149 How to Listen (and be heard) Better 03/03/2023

Ep. 149 How to Listen (and be heard) Better Katie speaks to the Harvard studies on listening. We may think we are great listeners, but most of us could use some tips! Learn why being a great listener is also good for you, as well as techniques and meditative embodied methods that help you become a great listener. It truly is the medicine we need now in our polarized world! In this episode you’ll hear: ~ The power of listening to connect with others ~ How social media could be hindering our ability to be truly seen and heard ~ Tangible benefits of being a good listener, backed up by studies from Harvard ~ Katie shares some personal anecdotes as it relates to listening ~ Great listening involves being present in your own body ~ How nonverbal communication matters for both listening and speaking ~ Actionable ways we can practice better listening ~ Katie teaches an energy practice for intentional capacity building and deep listening ~ Join Katie and The Shakti School for the May 6th and 7th. Live spaces are filling up fast, so register now to get in! Payment plan options available. This episode is brought to you by . Use discount code SHAKTI15 at checkout for 15% off a one time purchase on Female founded PAAVANI Ayurveda is an artisan line of small-batch, pure, organic health & skincare products formulated in Northern California. Handcrafted with the wisdom of Ayurveda, these gals seek to raise conscious awareness of the whole by practicing the philosophy of ahimsa or nonviolence in making their products. This means that their offerings are certified cruelty free and vegan and that PAAVANI carefully selects herbal ingredients that are sustainable, ensuring that plant medicine is abundant for future generations. In addition to mindful formulations, PAAVANI Ayurveda packages their products in glass to maintain the integrity of their herbal ingredients. Additionally, their labels are printed on recycled paper stock, using water-based inks that generate little to no paper waste & no harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs). With every purchase made with PAAVANI Ayurveda, you are supporting a female founded, small business that strives to maintain the health of not only your skin, but also our earth. Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: 1. to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 2. Write us a in iTunes 3. Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/26118159

Ep. 148 How to Have Hot Valentines Day Sex 02/10/2023

Ep. 147 Meditate With Me 01/14/2023

Ep. 146 Author Talk and Life as the Everyday Spiritual Practice 01/06/2023

Ep. 146 Author Talk and Life as the Everyday Spiritual Practice We have another special guest-led episode this week with author, Ayurvedic counselor, and teacher, . Lisa hosted this ‘author talk’ featuring Katie and . Tune in to the discussion on a myriad of topics and some practical ways for supporting yourself spiritually and emotionally. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ How our lineage roots inform our current energies ~ What is Svastha? ~ How to balance between the feminine and the masculine ~ The heart field as the feminine lodge ~ Katie’s take on the word ‘happy’ and it’s deeper meaning ~ Internal conflict and emotions ~ How can you create ease if you have a chaotic lifestyle? ~ Supporting ourselves by being able to hold the chaos and move spirit through ourselves in the moment ~ Why is it so hard to change our habits?! ~ You can find Lisa Marie Rankin’s and find her at ~ Get on the waitlist for Lisa's 10-week Divine Feminine Ayurveda program to increase your energy, boost your radiance, and ignite your sensuality. ~ starts January 18, 2023! Here’s your chance to launch your Ayurvedic path with our one-of-a-kind course. If you’ve ever considered diving deep into this healing tradition, whether for your own health journey or as a career path, this is your chance to jump start that change and get the support you need. ~Have questions about Ayurveda School? Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/25525995

Ep. 145 Goddess Work & Deep Spiritual Remembrances for Winter 12/23/2022

Ep. 145 Goddess Work & Deep Spiritual Remembrances for Winter This is a special episode hosted by the lovely and amazing, Eden Garcia Thaler, originally aired on her podcast who has generously given us this audio recording of our conversation on her podcast . Eden is a Shakti Ayurveda School graduate, a shadow alchemist, helping highly sensitive beings liberate their true selves, connect to their personal version of the divine, and manifest their desires by integrating their shadows and blocks. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ What is "the Goddess?" ~ How can we relate to the goddess archetypes within us ~ How our ancestors personified nature through symbols and deity work ~ The importance of death work in Winter, the spirituality of Winter in the northern hemisphere, the loss of the light (physical and spiritual), and the birth of eros ~ Reviving ancient rituals in modern times ~ Learning to venerate even the parts of you that you find "intolerable" ~ Projection, division, and integrating the "good" and "bad" that exists within ~ About Eden: Eden Garcia Thaler is a shadow alchemist helping highly sensitive beings liberate their true selves, connect to their personal version of the Divine, and manifest their desires by integrating their shadows and blocks. She's also the host of Field Notes From the Spiritual Journey podcast where she explores topics like how to do shadow work, the anatomy of feedback loops, shares her personal manifestation stories and interviews experts in personal development and spirituality. Learn more at ~ starts January 18, 2023! Here’s your chance to launch your Ayurvedic path with our one-of-a-kind course. If you’ve ever considered diving deep into this healing tradition, whether for your own health journey or as a career path, this is your chance to jump start that change and get the support you need. ~Have questions about Ayurveda School? Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/25421121

Ep. 144 Santa, Sex and Reviving the Mystic Roots 12/16/2022

Ep. 144 Santa, Sex and Reviving the Mystic Roots This is a podcast for any of you out there feeling like you need a reminder that magic still exists. And that the Spirit of the Season is alive and well. And that it’s also totally okay and normal to feel sad, nostalgic, lonely or just plain weird during the winter solstice. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ Winter as a sense of deconstruction ~ Tension of opposites as it relates to ancestral meaning and death ~ Depth psychology and how it relates to myths and traditions like Santa Claus and mistletoe ~ What are teleological quests? ~ Darkness and how our ancestors compensated with light ~ The collective compensation mechanisms of our ancestors and how that informs our current seasonal and holiday rituals ~ Freud, pleasure and melancholy ~ Santa as the representation of wish-fulfillment, abundance and prosperity both seasonally and psychologically ~ What does the Electra Complex as proposed by Carl Jung have to do with Santa? ~ Book mentioned: ~ Santa as an archetype ~ How rituals can protect us and bring us back into right relationship with the collective ~ starts January 18, 2023! Here’s your chance to launch your Ayurvedic path with our one-of-a-kind course. If you’ve ever considered diving deep into this healing tradition, whether for your own health journey or as a career path, this is your chance to jump start that change and get the support you need. ~Have questions about Ayurveda School? Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/25349451

Ep. 143 Hot Tips on Building Winter Immunity 12/02/2022

Ep. 143 Hot Tips on Building Winter Immunity The fall to winter transition is here, and now is the time to tune inward and take advantage of this winter energy. It’s time to understand our external dynamics and get in alignment with them. After all, that is what Ayurveda is all about. In this episode, Katie shares with us her hot tips on building winter immunity, and ways to thrive in the wintertime. If you aren’t a fan of these darker months, we hope this episode can bring you some helpful tips to flourish this season. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ Practical tips to make this winter as immune-building as possible ~ Why a thermos will become your best friend this season ~ Self-care practices to cultivate, including all things oil massage ~ Recommended foods and supplements for winter wellness ~ The importance of being outside first thing in the morning ~ Practices to reset your nervous system and lower your stress levels ~ Why sleep is the medicine of the winter ~ Ways to honor this season through prayer and dreamwork ~ starts January 18, 2023! Here’s your chance to launch your Ayurvedic path with our one-of-a-kind course. If you’ve ever considered diving deep into this healing tradition, whether for yourself or as a career path, this is your chance to jump start that change and get the support you need. ~Have questions about Ayurveda School? ~ Join Katie over at for more healing breathwork focused on subtle energy, the parasympathetic nervous system and heart-centered spirituality. ~ Some of Katie’s favorites to get you through this winter: Katie’s sleep cocktail recipe: Magnesium 3-4mg L-Theanine - 2-4mg Gaba - 150mg Glycine - 2g Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/25202088

Ep. 142 360 Degree Love: It Ain’t All Sex, Bonbons and Roses 11/18/2022

Ep. 141 The Breath of Deep Grounding 11/04/2022

Ep. 140 Are Your Leggings Making You Sick? 10/28/2022

Ep. 140 Are Your Leggings Making You Sick? In this episode, Katie shares a shocking new article and scientific studies about how some of the largest workout retailers are using harmful chemicals in their workout apparel. That’s right, our beloved leggings may be contributing to deleterious health consequences, especially for women. Tune in to get the scoop, plus learn about alternative options that are chemical-free. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ Leggings are a staple wardrobe item and deeply loved by most women - but could they be toxic? ~ A recent Watchdog report shows testing reports that BPA, the chemical used to make plastic, among other yucky chemicals, is a component in a ton of our workout gear ~ BPA has been directly linked to health dangers like asthma, cardiovascular disease, obesity and more ~ Much of our leggings and workout gear also contain PFAs, which are also known as “forever chemicals” because they don’t break down, meaning they also accumulate over time in the environment and in our bodies ~ PFAs are hormone disrupting chemicals and linked to infertility, miscarriage, metabolic diseases and reduced vaccination response among many other things ~ A that are using these chemicals in their products ~ The ~ Katie’s Leggings Recommendations: There are two brands that I found to have a “no chemical commitment.” In the spirit of transparency, I signed up for an affiliate with them because this project took hours of my valuable time and I believe in an equal energy exchange. Feel free to do your own research on products, but in my opinion, these two companies really stood out for their commitment to chemical-free and women’s health. ~ A RADICAL LIFE CHANGE IS WAITING FOR YOU! Starts January 18, 2023! Here’s your chance to launch your Ayurvedic path with our one-of-a-kind course. If you've ever considered diving deep into this healing tradition, whether for yourself or as a career path, this is your chance to jump-start that change and get the support you need. Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/24832152

Ep. 139 The Journey to Self-Awareness and Healing with The Shakti School Coaching Team 10/21/2022

Ep. 139 The Journey to Self-Awareness and Healing with The Shakti School Coaching Team This extra-special episode features and graduates of Ayurveda School, sharing their personal journeys into the depths, spirituality, healing, wellness and self-acceptance. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ shares her beautiful experience of how Ayurveda School found her ~ shares about tapping into her intuition and inner-knowing and finding her gifts while moving through a heavy time in her life ~ shares the spark of inspiration that she found within the grandmother wisdom of Ayurveda and the map of feminine-form wisdom ~ shares her spiritual awakening that came surprisingly through a cartoon, and how it helped launch her path to seeking bliss and ease in her life ~ Netflix and cheesy television as a spiritual practice and how we can find God or Spirit in everything around us ~ speaks to being a ‘recovering perfectionist’ and how entering the world of feminine form Ayurveda and Tantra led her to discover that spirituality is in every moment of the day, including the mundane and little moments ~ Perhaps the goal isn’t to be free from the constraints of our minds and emotions, but to be awake to the awareness that can love all of you ~ shares about how touring with Disney on Ice for years perpetuated an unhealthy lifestyle of body and weight management, competition amongst the skaters and how it led her to lean into routines that support and nourish, and the flow of feminine-form medicine ~ speaks about her experience with religion and the shift in her spiritual practice of today, which includes nature and experiencing it with all five senses, and how it connects her to the Divine ~ Eva shares how Shakti School helped her learn how to truly experience the full range of human emotions and process them using tools that she has learned and alchemize the experiences ~ The team shares the longings and desires that they hear from other women on calls ~ and find out if Shakti Ayurveda School may be right for you and the catalyst for change in your own life Personal Offerings of The Shakti School Coaches Ayurvedic Coaching practice can be found at . Leita Ayurveda is ancient wisdom for mind, body and soul wellness, offering feminine-form Ayurveda and lifestyle + preventative healthcare. is the founder of Madre & The Muse, an Ayurvedic wellness company, host of Elixir Podcast, and co-founder of Terra Sol Sanctuary, a yoga studio in Wilmington, NC. As an Ayurvedic health counselor, Jackie works within the realms of feminine-form Ayurveda to inspire and empower women - awakening the wisdom within. With a multifaceted background in education, yoga, art, and music, she offers one-on-one Ayurvedic wellness consultations, private and public workshops, and yoga teacher trainings. Find Jackie’s offerings at launched a new podcast called last month! It's available anywhere you get your podcasts. New episodes every Tuesday. Eva also offers a life coaching program . A program to support aspiring and experienced changemakers, activists, and advocates in creating the change they want to see in the world without sacrificing their health and well-being. launched her brand name on the island of Maui as Nai’a Veda, Nai’a is the Hawaiian word for dolphin. Nai’a Veda hosts cleanses every fall and spring and is hosting one at the end of October. She is also a certified sound practitioner and hosts yoga nidra sound baths with her alchemy bowls, and private yoga sessions infused with the essence of Bhakti and Ayurveda, online and in person. Nai’a Veda also writes Ayurveda articles on the app Plotaverse and continues to teach workshops introducing yoga trainees and college students to the science of life & love. To inquire about any of these offerings email her [email protected] Special discount if you mention Shakti School! offers soulful support for mothering whole from pregnancy, postpartum and all of Motherhood. She is teaching a 90-minute workshop called You can find TaKisha’s offerings at is a Career Transition Coach who combines modern career and business principles with the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda to help emerging Holistic Helping Professionals to co-create a sustainably prosperous business aligned with their Dharma and Dosha Type so they can transition from corporate to calling with safety, security, and stability. Book a call with Dominique here: works 1 on 1 with clients while offering workshops of embodied movement, emotional processing and healing collective and cultural trauma with influences in Somatics, Ayurveda and Ancestral belonging. Connect with her offerings at or on IG: maliaewright Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/24762438

Ep. 138 Your Life LONGS for Depth and Meaning and 1 Tip on Getting There 10/14/2022

Ep. 137 Spiritual Magic Happens When We Do This ONE Thing 09/28/2022

Ep. 136 Radiant Skin Care with Dr. Trevor Cates 09/16/2022

Ep. 135 Turning Pain into Bliss with Dr. John Douillard 09/02/2022

Ep. 134 Being Willing to be Heartbroken Together with Kimberly Johnson and Stephen Jenkinson 08/19/2022

Ep. 133 Dragon Tiger Kriya: A Meditation 08/05/2022

Ep. 132 Dr. Gundry on All Things Health, Heart and Longevity 07/22/2022

Ep. 132 Dr. Gundry on All Things Health, Heart and Longevity We have a very exciting episode today as Katie is joined by the one and only Dr. Steven Gundry. Dr. Gundry is a cardiothoracic surgeon, a heart surgeon, a medical researcher, and a New York Times best-selling author. Tune in to hear Katie and Dr. Gundry discuss what led Dr. Gundry from being a heart surgeon to where he is today, the reason young adults are suffering from gut issues and chronic fatigue but the older generation isn’t, and Dr. Gundry’s infamous advice to women who struggle with people who don’t take them seriously. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ An inspiring story about Dr. Gundry’s patient, Big Ed, ultimately leading Dr. Gundry to change the trajectory of his career ~ The concept of uncoupling your mitochondria, why you want your mitochondria uncoupled, and specific fats that bring about this mitochondrial supercharging ~ Why you should worry about the quality and not quantity of the fat you are ingesting, and why Americans have it all wrong ~ The role of polyphenols and why they are important for our health (p.s. Get your hands on some cloves!) ~ Dr. Gundry’s non-negotiables in his daily life that keep him looking young and vibrant ~ is currently at the lowest price it will be! Use discount code HotGirlSummer for $100 off any of the payment options at registration ~ You can connect with Dr. Gundry at and , via Instagram , and Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/23825765

Ep. 131 Are You a Love Hustler? 07/08/2022

Ep. 130 Can Dating NOT Suck These Days? 06/24/2022

Ep. 130 Can Dating NOT Suck These Days? In this episode, Katie dished with spirit-infused dating expert Lisa Holden, who is here to make dating fun! When she’s not writing up her dating experiences for outlets like Popsugar and Marie Claire, she offers 1:1 dating hype sessions to light up your single life and help everyone make the most of their dating adventures. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ All about Lisa’s fascinating background growing up in a spiritual community and how it informed her current life’s work ~ The current state and culture of dating and how dating has been reinvented in the digital age ~ Dating is supposed to be fun! And ways to make it more fun ~ Energy work during dates as a way to more deeply get to know inner self and states that you hold ~ How coming to dates as your authentic self can attract people and creates a deep love within ~ Vulnerability and how it is earned, not a right ~ Lisa’s ultimate dating tip when you don’t have a lot of dating prospects ~ How our limiting beliefs when it comes to dating can hold you back from meeting someone amazing ~ Something every person should do before going on a date that may surprise you.. ~ Ancient Tantric wisdom on how we hold sexual energy in our organs ~ Tips for gracefully exiting a bad date ~ Follow across all social channels and learn more at ~ is currently at the lowest price it will be! Use discount code HotGirlSummer for $100 off any of the payment options at registration Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/23531030

Ep. 129 Breathwork for Insomnia 06/10/2022

Ep. 128 Katie Talks with Smart Dudes Series #3 with Micah Mortali 05/27/2022

Ep. 128 Katie Talks with Smart Dudes Series #3 with Micah Mortali Join Katie as she sits down to speak with Micah Mortali, the author of and founder of the . This fascinating discussion dives into how nature and rewilding are directly connected to spiritual teachings. In this episode you’ll hear: ~ How rewilding is where meditation comes from ~ Micah’s journey to discovering yoga, meditation, and the connection to nature ~ The rewilding of life is based on connecting back to nature as humans have become domesticated and typically spend most of their time indoors ~ How living in nature versus living mostly indoors can effect the nervous system responses ~ Micah shares a presence practice that we can do daily to overcome ‘species loneliness’ ~ Biophilia, the love of life, and the innate love of other life forms that exists in each of us ~ How a hands-on experience in nature can be a ‘right of passage’ for young people ~ Fire as the ultimate community-building tool ~ You can connect with Micah Mortali and learn more about his offerings at ~ Register for Level 1 Ayurveda School here: Sign up in the month of May and receive a FREE YEAR of Spirit Sessions Membership to start studying live with Katie now SPONSORED: This episode is brought to you by . is a female-owned and family-run health and skincare company based in Northern California. Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/23250080

Ep. 127 Holistic Parenting and Childcare with Dr. Nicole Beurkens 05/13/2022

Ep. 127 Holistic Parenting and Childcare with Dr. Nicole Beurkens This special episode features a conversation with Holistic Child Psychologist Dr. Nicole Beurkens. Dr. Nicole is a psychologist, nutritionist, educator, and mom who provides parents with super simple, effective research-based strategies to help people get to the root of their children’s anxiety, attention issues, mood, and behavioral challenges. Tune in to hear Katie and Dr. Nicole discuss the many realms of parenting, styles of parenting, and how all systems in a child’s life contribute to their emotional and physical well-being. Show notes available at In this episode you’ll hear: ~ How holistic psychology is about recognizing that what goes on in people's minds and their mental and emotional and behavioral experiences in life are completely connected to everything that is going on in their physical body ~ The importance of children’s roles within family systems and how children are a mirror for what’s going on around them ~ How we can examine what’s happening around the child and the systems in order to better understand their challenges ~ The family system and how it incorporates lineage patterns ~ How children can reflect to parent the unresolved issues within them that may need to be addressed ~ How the stories we tell ourselves about parenting can have deleterious effects on children and the relationship ~ An overview of the types of parenting attachment styles and the pros and cons of each ~ How to take into account all the systems that could be contributing to undesirable behaviors and ways to address them ~ You can connect with Dr. Nicole Beurkens through her website: or via Instagram ~ To learn more about LIVE or VIRTUAL Body and Soul Training, click here: ~ Register for Level 1 Ayurveda School here: Sign up in the month of May and receive a FREE YEAR of Spirit Sessions Membership to start studying live with Katie now Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/23104538

Ep. 126 What’s Botox Got To Do With It? 04/29/2022

Ep. 126 What’s Botox Got To Do With It? It's natural and healthy to want to be as juicy and nature-plumped for as long as possible. But something may be lurking in the shadows of the beauty industry - Botox and its effects on your emotional and social regulation system. Just how far are we willing to go to keep that eternal plump of youth? What are we willing to sacrifice? Here Katie speaks openly about natural living fundamentalism, embodied cognition, our social nervous system and what all of this has to do with Botox injections. P.S. This is a NO-JUDGMENT zone over here at Shakti School. We 100% support a woman’s right to make her own beauty decisions and support our Botoxed Beauties as much as anyone. In fact, thousands of years of history show us that women will go to great lengths to beautify themselves. And while beautification methodology is very much a personal choice, women deserve to be educated on the effects of Botox on their social nervous system. So whether you are a Botox-queen or a natural-only mama, let’s release judgment and dive in deep in this not-to-be-missed pod. Show notes available at In this episode you’ll hear: ~ The idea of embodied cognition ~ The importance of our social nervous system and the ventral vagal complex ~ What natural living fundamentalism is and how it relates to wellness culture (p.s. We love a Vitamix ;)) ~ The importance of our micro musculatures for regulating mood states ~ How botox can not only affect the way other people perceive your emotions, but also impact the emotional experience of the person who had the injection ~ Studies can be found at the following links: SPONSORED: This episode is brought to you by . is a female-owned and family-run health and skincare company based in Northern California. Get the full show notes: Learn more: Want to connect? Shoot us a note to HELP US SPREAD OUR POD WINGS This show is a passion project that I produce for the love of sharing. If you enjoy this show and want a free and easy way to help it grow, the most effective way you can help is to: to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes Write us a in iTunes Share this show with one friend right now! It seems simple, but you’d be AMAZED to know how much it helps my little love project reach more people. iTunes’ algorithm uses ratings and reviews to know who to show our show to in their app. From my heart to your screen, Katie /episode/index/show/thegheespot/id/22957916

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