DIVO- TED Talks

💬 Quote from the Episode: “Your breath is associated with the way you’re feeling, and the way you feel can influence the way you breathe—back and forth and back and forth. ” (Your breath is a mirror—and a lever. Use it to shift your mind, body, and spirit.) 👤 Host:  Nicholas Wade Kimps | Founder of DIVO Wellness 📜 Summary: In this episode of  DIVO-Ted Talks , Nicholas Wade Kimps dives into the...

💬 Quote from the Episode: "If all disease begins with thought, how would you choose to live differently?" 👤 Host:  Nicholas Wade Kimps | Founder of DIVO Wellness 📜 Summary: In this episode of  DIVO-Ted Talks , Nicholas Wade Kimps explores a profound truth from Ayurveda:  "All disease begins with thought."  But what does that really mean? Nicholas breaks down this ancient wisdom with a modern tw...

💬 Quote from the Episode: “Can you love yourself as you are—because that’s exactly as it’s meant to be?” 👤 Host: Nicholas Wade Kimps | Founder of DIVO Wellness 📜 Summary: In this episode of DIVO-Ted Talks, Nicholas Wade Kimps explores the concept of unique ability—the natural talents, traits, and qualities that make you who you are without draining your energy. But more importantly, he dives in...

💬 Quote from the Episode: “If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always have what you’ve always had—just maybe a little bit older.” 👤 Host:  Nicholas Wade Kimps | Founder of DIVO Wellness 📜 Summary: In this episode of  DIVO-Ted Talks , Nicholas Wade Kimps explores the concept of  resistance training  beyond the gym—showing how the same principles that build muscle can also strengthen...

💬 Quote from the Episode: “If you don’t know there are other options, you’ll always choose from the same set of choices.” 👤 Host:  Nicholas Wade Kimps | Founder of DIVO Wellness 📜 Summary: In this episode of  DIVO-Ted Talks , Nicholas Wade Kimps dives into a powerful truth:  Sometimes, the hardest part is just starting.  Whether it's creating a podcast, beginning a new fitness routine, or e...

💬 Quote from the Episode: “Sometimes it’s not them—it’s you. But that’s the good news. Because you can change you.” 👤 Host:  Nicholas Wade Kimps | Founder of DIVO Wellness 📜 Summary: In this episode of  DIVO-Ted Talks , Nicholas Wade Kimps explores a surprising connection between  allergies, toxic people, and personal empowerment . Drawing from his own experience with seasonal allergies and his...

💬 Quote from the Episode: “You are the expert of you—but you are not the expert of every way you could be.” 👤 Host:  Nicholas Wade Kimps | Founder of DIVO Wellness 📜 Summary: In this episode of  DIVO-Ted Talks , Nicholas Wade Kimps explores a radical truth:  You are the expert on what it means to be you.  But that doesn’t mean your understanding is always complete. Nicholas dives deep into the...

💬 Quote from the Episode: “Yoga isn’t something you do. It’s what happens when you stop doing.” 👤 Host:  Nicholas Wade Kimps | Founder of DIVO Wellness 📜 Summary: In this episode, Nicholas Wade Kimps flips the script on a common assumption:  Yoga is not something you do—it's something that happens.  Drawing from the heart of yogic and Ayurvedic wisdom, he explores the truth of yoga as a  st...

💬 Quote from the Episode: "You have to make room for new things in your life. Then plant them. Then tend to them. Then polish them until they bear fruit." 👤 Host:  Nicholas Wade Kimps | Founder of DIVO Wellness 📜 Summary: In this episode, Nicholas Wade Kimps breaks down the true meaning behind  DIVO —Detoxification, Integration, Vitalization, and Optimization—and how these principles...

💬 Quote from the Episode: “Authenticity is expressing yourself to the highest degree—without reservation for the beauty that is you—within a functional unit, within a community.” 📜 Summary: In this heartfelt and refreshingly real solo episode, Nicholas Wade Kimps—the original DIVO—returns to the mic on Earth Day with reflections from the front lines of launching a wellness studio. He explores th...

I delve into the intricate relationship between our expectations and the suffering they can bring when we become overly attached to specific outcomes. Drawing from personal experiences of grief and the transformative power of breathwork, this episode explores how letting go of rigid expectations can lead to greater freedom and emotional resilience. 🌟 What We Cover: The Weight of Expectations: Und...

In this episode, I dive deep into the concept of expectations and how our attachments to specific outcomes can lead to significant suffering. Drawing from ancient wisdom and personal experiences, we explore the root causes of disappointment and the impact of rigid expectations on our relationships, personal growth, and overall well-being. 🌟 What We Cover: The Power of Expectations: Understanding...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of DIVO - Ted Talks ! In this episode, I’m joined by our incredible guest Laura, the new studio manager for our upcoming DIVO Wellness studio in Greensboro, North Carolina. Despite chilly temperatures and some unexpected technical challenges, we dive into the exciting journey of launching our new yoga home and what DIVO Wellness means to us. 🌟 What We Cover: I...

In this compelling episode of DIVO - Ted Talks , I delve into the critical issue of responsibility in our words and representations amidst today’s rampant misinformation. We explore how bullying and aggressive behavior stem from selfish motives, leading to a lack of connection and understanding in our communities. I discuss the detrimental effects of dehumanizing others based on differences in bel...

In this heartfelt episode, I share my recent journey of grief after the loss of my beloved dog, Kendall, who was a constant presence in my life for nearly 14 years. We explore how ancient wisdom from yoga and Ayurveda can guide us through the unpredictable waves of loss, helping us balance the emptiness (Vata) and heaviness (Kapha) that grief brings. From finding stillness and embracing breathwork...

My companion is in the death process... In this episode, I'm exploring the complexity of emotions and the balance we are constantly seeking, whether we know it or not, through doshas and impulses. For better or worse, we are always seeking a balancing point, unfortunately that may be from a state of chronic imbalance. The key is to feeling our emotions through to completion, and having the awarene...

In this episode, we explore a powerful question: How are you showing up in life? Are you skimming the surface, or are you diving deep into your personal growth journey? We discuss the pressures of making grand gestures versus the quiet, internal awareness of growth that only you need to acknowledge. Outside of obligations to family, friends, or work, you are the one responsible for your reality—an...

In this post-election reflection, we examine how living in information bubbles and misrepresenting facts deepens societal divides. Drawing from Indian philosophical debates, the scientific method, and the framework of sports, I discuss how structured, respectful conversations allow for real freedom and meaningful exchange. We touch on the importance of engaging in civil dialogue about politics and...

In this episode, we dive into the powerful intersections of Election Day energy, charged perspectives, and the Ayurvedic wisdom that attachment is the root of suffering. We explore how tribalism—once a means of survival—now often fuels division in our modern political landscape. I share my own journey navigating this political season, wrestling with the urge to “set the record straight” for those...

Welcome back to  DIVO - Ted Talks ! Today, we’re tackling why we sometimes suffer more than we need to—spoiler alert, it’s often because we’re holding on too tight to a specific outcome. Been there? I know I have. We’ll chat about how creating space (physically  and  mentally) opens us up to receive whatever life has in store, whether it’s fabulous or one of those “growth opportunities.” Also, big...

Thoughts from a second Mother's Day with mom having passed on... Attachment to any thing within the manifest world is the root of all suffering, and inherently, disease. Much love to those navigating the world with varying degrees of actualization and identity.

New PodCast! How do you DIVO?! Blending modern day experiences and challenges, with ancient wisdom, gifts, and practices. To shift the lenses of perception for a more harmonious and balanced existence in every day life. I am here to share my contemplations and realizations, so that others may benefit from seeing things in a new way. Let’s goooo!