The Uplifted Yoga Podcast

Learn about the power of “Circling,” a new practice and way of relating that is growing all over the world. By relating in the present moment – beyond stories, expectations and predetermined ideas about who you are – Circling has the capacity to reveal your unique gifts, set a new precedent for what is possible in authentic relationships, and generate radical transformation, personal growth and mindfulness. This interview gets especially juicy at the end, when Circling’s Founder, Guy Sengstock, shares with us how we can reframe how we listen to our family members and face our fears around intimacy.   Guy Sengstock is the founder and creator of the modality of Circling. He has been facilitating transformation for individuals, groups and corporations internationally for more than 20 years. He has a BFA from the San Francisco Art Institute and is the co-founder of The Arête Center for Excellence and the Bay Area Men’s Circle and the Circling Institute. He is an artist, philosopher, poet, body-worker, and visionary.   Special Guest: Guy Sengstock www.circlinginstutute.com   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!

Expand your idea of the core from 6 abdominal muscles to multiple head-to-toe interconnecting fascial lines that make up your physical and emotional support system. Learn the seven cues to activate your core strength effectively for a safer, stronger yoga practice. In this episode with master anatomist and yoga teacher, Sadie Nardini, we also cover: Is cross-training necessary? Or is yoga the only form of exercise we need? How can we combine mantra, yoga, and cardio workouts, like HIIT and Tabata, for optimal health and wellbeing? We also hear about Sadie’s incredible personal journey – from being sentenced to life in a wheelchair to healing herself through movement.    Sadie Nardini is a full-spectrum transformation advocate: a renowned empowerment speaker, yoga and anatomy expert and Healthy Hedonism lifestyle leader. Sadie travels internationally, infusing her teachings with a real-world mix of eastern and western techniques that clients can immediately apply to gain empowerment and success on all levels. Her Total Body Transformation DVDs are #1 bestsellers on Amazon. Her 21-Day Yoga Body Course for Daily Om is their #1 online course. Sadie is on the faculty at Omega and Kripalu, and tours with the Yoga Journal Conferences.     Special Guest: Sadie Nardini www.SadieNardini.com www.Facebook.com/SadieYoga www.Instagram.com/SadieNardiniOfficial   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!

What exactly is Tantric sex? What’s the connection between Tantra, Shakti, Kundalini energy and goddess worshipping? Why might ladies want to use (or avoid) Jade Eggs? And what are the different roles within feminity and feminine energy? Discover the answers to these questions (and so much more!) from Elise Carr, M.A., known as the ‘Pioneer of Yoni-Heart-Mind Power.’ We discuss sacred sexuality, how to “awaken” with your partner (or on your own) and practical tips on how to invite sensual Tantric practices into your daily life.   Elise Carr, M.A. is the woman behind StellaMuse. Known as the ‘Pioneer of Yoni-Heart-Mind Power’ she mentors, councils and advises your journey of Awakening from Within through Sacred Guidance, Sacred Sexuality, Spirituality & Soul. She guides inspirational and aspirational souls on a purpose driven, joy filled mission away from fear, dissatisfaction and illusion, and into courageous love and mental clarity; guiding them to a live life as their most authentic, nourished and unique selves. She is also a student of the Esoteric Mysteries and a certified; Holistic Life/Health Coach, Tantra practitioner and Reiki Master, as well as a Writer, Speaker, Model and Artist.    Special Guest: Elise Carr, M.A. www.stellamuse.com @stellamuse   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!

Discover the joy of daily practices that ground and open the heart with world-renowned yoga teacher, Janet Stone. Learn simple mantras you can use throughout your day, the history behind Hindu deities like Durga and Vishnu, and how to invoke the goddess Lakshmi. Janet shares with us how we can move from a place of lack and wanting more to a practice of enoughness. Sprinkled throughout are many personal tips from Janet’s life as a yoga teacher, business-owner, and mom.   Janet Stone’s studentship began at 17 under the meditation teachings of Prem Rawat. His reverence for simplicity and finding joy in the rise and fall of life live on in her practice and teaching today. In 1996, she traveled to India, the birthplace of her grandfather, and became dedicated to the path of yoga. Janet blends the alchemy of her own practice with decades of studentship. She aspires not to teach but to allow the practice to emanate from her, letting awareness blend with movement and breath. Based in Bali and San Francisco, she leads immersions, retreats, workshops and more.     Special Guest: Janet Stone www.janetstoneyoga.com @janetstoneyoga   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!  

Intuition is a natural human ability that we can all develop - the same way we would learn a new language, or how to play an instrument. Learn how Wendie Colter is taking energy healing and intuitive development into the traditional medical system by training doctors, nurses and health practitioners. We go over what she tells skeptics, how to heal your own body through visualization, and share your findings with you medical provider for optimal health and wellness.   Wendie Colter has been a Master Healer and professional intuitive for nearly 20 years years, and she is one the very few Medical Intuitive trainers in the U.S. Based in Los Angeles, she has effectively taught doctors, nurses, psychologists, therapists, energy workers and health professionals of every kind, how to use medical intuition in their practices. She’s taught at the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine, Guarneri Integrative Health, Inc. at Pacific Pearl La Jolla, Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology (ACEP), IONS (Institute of Noetic Sciences), ISSSEEM Conference, Holistic Chamber of Commerce, Mindshare L.A., Golden Bridge Yoga Los Angeles, and many others.    Special Guest: Wendie Colter http://thepracticalpath.com/ https://www.facebook.com/thepracticalpath/   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!

Learn what sacred geometry is and how it can align us with the essence of who are. Understand sacred geometry’s most famous symbols – the Sri Yantra, the Flower of Life, and Metatron’s Cube – and why we might want to meditate on these images in our home. Discover how geometry and sound are intrinsically interconnected from our guest, Angelina Samadhi. We end with practical tips on how you can use sacred geometry throughout your yoga practice and daily life: in how you speak, listen and choose to see the natural world around us. Angelina Samadhi is the Owner & Designer of Skybox Creative, a graphics company that focuses on Sacred Art & Graphic Design Bundles. Her spiritual path has taken her around the world and she’s now a designer, writer, healer and coach. She launched Skybox in 2006 as a Design Agency, transformed it into a Film Production Company and now into a Digital Products Company. Her spiritual path has taken her around the world in search of the truth and is now infused into everything she does, from designing and writing to her coaching and healing work.   Special Guest: Angelina Samadhi https://www.skyboxcreative.com https://www.instagram.com/angelinasamadhi https://www.pinterest.com/skyboxcreative   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!

Learn how to shift your perspective and move from what author Maureen St. Germain calls “3D linear thinking” to “5D multidimensional thinking.” This episode is full of practical tips on how to expand your perception of what is possible and open yourself to higher frequencies. Discover how specific word choices and phrases we use throughout our day can shift us into higher states of consciousness. Reclaim your power and let go of “the victim” mindset.   Maureen J. St. Germain’s newest book, “Waking Up In 5D,” provides tools and teachings to guide you in the transition from the polarized mindset of the 3rd dimension to the joy and love of 5th dimensional vibrations. Think about your most memorable and uplifting experiences of the recent past--where everything went well, interactions were harmonious and loving, and all felt blissful and happy--that’s 5D. In this ascension manual, spiritual teacher Maureen explains how to shift your energetic patterns and choose to permanently anchor yourself in joy, love, and kindness. Maureen is also the founder of Akashic Records International and an Akashic Records Guide and instructor.   Special Guest: Maureen J. St. Germain www.Maureenstgermain.com   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!

Are we a “bad yogi” if we’re not vegan? Or don’t recycle? Or refuse to use Sanskrit words? In today’s episode, we’re joined by the official “Bad Yogi” Erin Motz to speak about guilt, courage and the power of authenticity. Discover how to balance self-improvement and self-love. Learn how to know if you’re pushing yourself too hard on the mat (or not enough), as well as how to best combine yoga with other forms of working out. If you’ve ever felt like a “less than” yogi or struggled with guilt or shame, this empowering episode is a must-listen.   Erin Motz is the co-Founder of Bad Yogi and the Perfect Body Yoga Program, which is centered around the belief that the “perfect” body is simply the healthiest version of the body you already have. She’s a wine drinker, cheese eater, and not-your-average yoga teacher. She believes that yoga is for everyone, from the kale-loving vegan to the prize-winning deer hunter.   Special Guest: Erin Motz www.badyogi.com Facebook.com/badyogiofficial @badyogiofficial   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!

If you’re only meditating and practicing yoga during the day, you’re missing out on a lot! Learn about “the nocturnal practices”: lucid dreaming, dream yoga, sleep yoga and the darkness of the night, with special guest expert Andrew Holecek. We cover step-by-step how you can incorporate lucid dreaming into your spiritual practice (and why you might want to). Discover where dreams come from, how to interpret them, and how creating your own “temple of sleep” can create more awareness and happiness in your waking, daily life. We also touch on Tantra, sleep as preparation for death, and super-practical tips on getting the best night’s sleep you can.      Andrew Holecek has completed the traditional three-year Buddhist meditation retreat and offers seminars internationally on meditation, dream yoga, and the art of conscious dying. He is the author of The Power and the Pain; Preparing to Die; Meditation in the iGeneration, and his latest book Dream Yoga; Illuminating Your Life Through Lucid Dreaming and the Tibetan Yogas of Sleep. Andrew holds degrees in classical music, biology, and a doctorate in dental surgery. He lives in Boulder, Colorado.   Special Guest: Andrew Holecek www.andrewholecek.com www.facebook.com/andrew.holecek www.twitter.com/AndrewHolecek   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!

Learn how to improve your sex life through mindfulness, whether you’re single or coupled up! Special expert, Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus, teaches us how to overcome guilt and shame through specific journaling prompts, improve our sexual energy, and navigate sexual conversations with ease. We also cover aspects of Tantra, fantasy, sexual role-play, power dynamics, and the concept of brahmacharya (abstinence) from the Yoga Sutras. For those of you that are parents, we address how to speak to your kids about sex as well!   Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus, sociologist and sexologist, is a frequent speaker about sexual empowerment, healthy relationships, erotic play, and mindful sex. She had over 1.4 million hits on her “In the Den with Dr. Jenn” YouTube video series, and is an expert in a new documentary on masturbation, called Sticky: A (Self) Love Story. In addition, she’s a martial arts practitioner with a black belt in Korean karate.   Special Guest: Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus http://www.DrJennsDen.com https://www.youtube.com/user/drjennsden   Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/   Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com   Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com   Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes!