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

In this episode, we continue our conversation on Shaktipat and Kundalini awakening with Gabriel Cousens, MD. Once you experience a Kundalini awakening - how does it unfold throughout your system? Learn how this energy can thrive (or die), pending on how we choose to nurture it. We also discuss the relationship of teacher and student. Is it possible to experience a Kundalini awakening without the guidance of a spiritual teacher? Or is energy transmission from a teacher necessary? What red flags should we be aware of when looking to receive Shaktipat? And how do we find the right teacher? Don’t miss this special episode which dives deep into all things Kundalini.   Gabriel Cousens is the author of fourteen internationally acclaimed books including “Conscious Parenting” and “Spiritual Nutrition.” Known worldwide as a spiritual teacher and the leading expert in live, plant-source nutrition, Dr. Cousens functions as a holistic physician, psychiatrist, family therapist, and cutting edge researcher on healing diabet

What is Shaktipat? What role does it play in the process of liberation? How is it transmitted down from teacher to student? In this episode, Gabriel Cousens, MD, shares with us the riveting story of his own Kundalini awakening through Shaktipat. He also explains what we should do if Kundalini awakening is something we seek. Dr. Cousens knowledge on the topic of Kundalini energy is vast. Get ready to be inspired!   Gabriel Cousens is the author of fourteen internationally acclaimed books including “Conscious Parenting” and “Spiritual Nutrition.” Known worldwide as a spiritual teacher and the leading expert in live, plant-source nutrition, Dr. Cousens functions as a holistic physician, psychiatrist, family therapist, and cutting edge researcher on healing diabetes naturally. He holds an M.D. from Columbia Medical School, a doctorate in homeopathy, and diplomas in Ayurveda, clinical acupuncture, and holistic medicine. His multi-cultural background as an ordained rabbi, an acknowledged yogi, and a four-year Nativ

Continuing our conversation with addiction expert, Erin Colleen Linzi, we learn how to step into a role of authority in our lives and overcome the “victim” mindset that can so often plague us. Erin even shares a personal story of her struggling with this victim mindset in a fight with her husband. We discuss how to balance self-compassion with discipline whilst in recovery. We also learn about how we can make our yoga practice play an active role in overcoming addictive behaviors. Yoga-lovers especially will enjoy this special episode. Erin Colleen Linzi is an addiction and eating disorder recoveree. She struggled with drinking, pills, and bulimia for 12 years. After a divorce, getting laid off from work, and being completely adrenal fatigued and bed ridden, she rose from the bottom and found peace through nourishing her body, yoga, meditation, and life coaching. She now owns a yoga studio called Thrive Yoga & Fitness, a spa called Thrive Yoga Therapies, a Recovery Coaching Company and podcast called Thri

Under every addiction and eating disorder is unaddressed pain. How do we sit with that pain? Hold it? And ultimately, transform it? Today we talk about being vulnerable, raw, and fully present with Erin Colleen Linzi, an addiction and eating disorder recoveree. We learn her CLEAR formula of self-inquiry. We uncover tips on how to overcome addiction. We talk about how the root cause of many addictive behaviors stem from false past memories. These ideas are relevant to all of us – regardless of whether you’re currently in recovery. Erin Colleen Linzi is an addiction and eating disorder recoveree. She struggled with drinking, pills, and bulimia for 12 years. After a divorce, getting laid off from work, and being completely adrenal fatigued and bed ridden, she rose from the bottom and found peace through nourishing her body, yoga, meditation, and life coaching. She now owns a yoga studio called Thrive Yoga & Fitness, a spa called Thrive Yoga Therapies, a Recovery Coaching Company and podcast called Thriving A

In this episode, we continue our conversation with intuition expert, Kim Chestney. Learn why we must “intuit or die” and discover what Kim calls “Spiritual Darwinism.” We talk about how we’re globally transitioning from the Information Age to the Imagination Age, and what that looks like on both a personal level and in the workplace. We also cover: What to do if your intuition steers you wrong? How to step into a place of trust? How use intuition to overcome our fears? Don’t miss this special episode on the convergence of spirituality and science.   Kim Chestney is a best-selling holistic author, artist and the Founding Director of Pittsburgh’s CREATE! Festival. Her book, The Psychic Workshop: A Complete Program for Fulfilling Your Spiritual Potential, has been published around the world since 2004. Known for her unique perspective on Holistic Intuition ~ for body, mind, heart and spirit ~ Kim is revolutionizing our understanding of inner guidance. She is the founder of Mystic Studios, a creative and holistic

We’re talking all things intuition in this special episode with Kim Chestney! Learn about the four different types of intuition each of us posses. Discover how to use Kim’s process of elimination to uncover what are just your thoughts versus your true intuitive voice. Find out why awakening your intuition is actually a two-step process that involves both receiving and taking action. Kim will also be talking to us about how accessing intuition is all about FLOW and how we can stage an “intuition intervention” when making a small or big decision. Get ready to be inspired! After this episode, you’ll want to harness the power of your intuition into every aspect of your life with these practical tips.      Kim Chestney is a best-selling holistic author, artist and the Founding Director of Pittsburgh’s CREATE! Festival. Her book, The Psychic Workshop: A Complete Program for Fulfilling Your Spiritual Potential, has been published around the world since 2004. Known for her unique perspective on Holistic Intuition ~ f

Experience “Tapping:” a healing modality that combines ancient Chinese acupressure and modern psychology. Guest expert, Nick Ortner, leads us through a tapping session live on the podcast! He also explains the history of this practice, the ancient science behind it, and how you can use tapping for everything – from overcoming chronic pain to manifesting your greatest self.   Nicolas Ortner is CEO of The Tapping Solution, LLC, a company with a mission to bring into the mainstream a simple, effective, natural healing method known as Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) or “Tapping.” Nick’s goal is to empower people to create healthy, abundant and stress-free lives through his books, films, CDs, online events and speaking engagements attended by participants from all over the world. He is the New York Times bestselling author of “The Tapping Solution: A Revolutionary System for Stress-Free Living,” and “The Tapping Solution for Pain Relief: A Step-by-Step Guide to Reducing and Eliminating Chronic Pain.” Prior to t

Avoid burnout and perform at your peak through modern mindfulness techniques. Mindfulness teacher and performance coach, Pete Kirchmer, walks us through how we can embrace the Buddhist idea of ‘non-striving,’ while still achieving our goals. Learn how to decode your ‘stress signature’ and use resilience, focus and flow to perform at your highest potential. We discuss intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation, how to make your goals a mantra for your life, and how to practice mindfulness while checking emails! Don’t miss this episode full of performance enhancing tips!   Pete Kirchmer is the Program Director for the UC San Diego Center For Mindfulness and the developer and lead trainer for the Chopra Center Life Coaching program. Pete’s private coaching practice is filled with high performers including professional athletes, executives and anyone looking to apply the practice of mindfulness to making healthy lifestyle changes, managing stress and improving performance in life, work and sport. Pete teaches Mindfuln

Dive deep into the Yoga Sutras with award-winning author, Nischala Joy Devi. Discover heart-centered interpretations of the Yamas and Niyamas. Dissect famous Sutras, like Sutra 1.2, and common words like Vritti or Samadhi. Nischala offers a completely unique, heart-centered approach to translating the Sutras. This episode is not to be missed!   Nischala Joy Devi is highly respected as an international advocate for her innovative way of expressing Yoga and its subtle uses for spiritual growth and complete healing. Educated by masters in India and worldwide, she was a monastic disciple of Sri Swami Satchidanandaji for over 20 years. She’s the author of several CDs, and books, “The Healing Path of Yoga” and “The Secret Power of Yoga, A Woman’s Guide to the Heart and Spirit of the Yoga Sutras” and the award winning audio book of “The Secret Power of Yoga.” Nischala Devi’s teachings reflect a heart-centered perspective of spirituality and scripture.   Special Guest: Nischala Joy Devi www.abundantwellbeing.com   Cr

What is astrology? What is a horoscope? What is a birth chart? Why might someone on the spiritual path want to understand this information? In today’s episode, special guest Natasha Weber (known online as Astrotash), speaks to us about all thing celestial. We demystify common terms such as ‘Mercury being in retrograde.’ We discuss the power of the full moon and what is really means to be ‘on the cusp’ of two zodiac signs. If you’re at all curious about why we should care about astrology in our day-to-day life, don’t miss this special episode.    Natasha Weber PMAAAC, MAFA, is a professional astrologer with a special interest in birth chart analysis. She is passionate about sharing the benefits of astrology to gain greater abundance, deeper understanding and emotional well-being. Her mission is to empower her clients to make the best possible decisions, in order to reach their full potential and purpose. Natasha is the resident astrologer for myBody+Soul, Australia’s number one health and wellness site, where

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 visiona

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.

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 uniqu

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

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 o

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

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 ki

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 &

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

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/drje