Moon Dance Wellness Podcast

Welcome to a magical and deeply reflective episode as we celebrate the most spiritually charged Full Moon of the year—the Guru Purnima Full Moon, rising in Capricorn (Western) and Purva Ashadha, Sagittarius (Vedic). This is the moon that illuminates truth, honors the teacher within, and opens a rare portal for transformation on both a personal and global level. In this episode, Sydney pulls the Hi...

Ever find yourself having the best conversations with your steering wheel? Same. In this solo episode, I share some personal car reflections—those raw, honest moments when it feels like your vehicle knows everything about you. We’re deep in the heart of Pitta season—fiery, driven, and intense. That’s why now, more than ever, it's essential to slow down , to breathe, to digest more than just yo...

The Sacred Reset: Emotional Alchemy, New Moon Magic & Bold Expression Hosted by Mandee Peterson & Sydney Schaefer This week’s episode is a heart-centered invitation to pause, reset, and reconnect. Mandee and Sydney guide you through the cosmic landscape of June 22–29 , tapping into the deep emotional healing of the New Moon in Cancer and the bold, expressive energy that follows. A deep, so...

The sun is at its peak, and nature is in full bloom. In this powerful episode, we explore the meaning and magic of the Summer Solstice —the longest, brightest day of the year and a sacred portal in the wheel of time. This is not just a seasonal shift—it’s a moment to realign your life with nature’s rhythm, to clarify your path, and to step boldly into the light of your own becoming. Join me for an...

Welcome back to this epidsode of Soul Arcana Full Moon edition — your sacred space for soul nourishment, cosmic insight, and intuitive guidance. In this powerful episode, we’re joined by the luminous S ydney Schaefer, tarot reader, astrologer, and intuitive guide, for a deeply aligned conversation under the light of the Full Moon. 🌕 This Episode Unfolds With: ✨ A breakdown of this current Full M...

In this episode, I dive into the mystical and transformative practices of Kundalini, pranayama, tantra, and Ayurveda. These ancient tools offer us powerful ways to ground into our body and elevate our spirit, bringing us back to who we’ve always been. I also share my personal journey of practicing the Kriya to Conquer Limiting Beliefs for over 50 days. If you’ve ever felt hesitant to try something...

If you’ve ever felt creatively blocked, silenced your voice, or questioned the worth of your art — this meditation is for you. This is more than rest. More than stillness. This is a sacred return — to yourself, your truth, your fire. In this guided Yoga Nidra, we journey into the deep waters of energy, emotion, and presence. It’s an invocation of your inner artist. A reminder that your creativity...

In this soul-nourishing episode, I sit down with the incredible Allie Bernasek—a true renaissance woman and one of my soul sisters. Allie’s journey is anything but ordinary: she’s a former Army soldier and tank operator, a licensed esthetician, a bodyworker, a personal trainer, a yoga teacher, and she holds a Master’s in Sports Medicine. Her story is rich with transformation, resilience, and deep...

In this Soul Arcana episode, we're celebrating the magic of the New Moon with our radiant resident Tarot Reader, Sydney Schaefer ! 🌑 Together, we honor this lunation by pulling a collective card — the Four of Wands — and diving deep into the energies supporting us this month. The Four of Wands brings a powerful message of celebration, harmony, and rooted joy . It's a card of coming home t...

In this episode of the Moon Dance Wellness Podcast, we’re diving into the vibrant and mystical world of the chakra system —but not in the way you’ve always heard it. We’re taking a quick yet powerful journey through the seven main energy centers of the body, exploring how these spinning wheels of energy influence everything from our physical health to emotional resilience and spiritual growth. Exp...

In this special Full Moon episode, Mandee invites you into the sacred dance between self and soul as we approach the April 12 Full Moon—a cosmic moment rich with opportunity, reflection, and transformation. Drawing from both Western astrology (Libra Full Moon) and Vedic astrology (Chitra Nakshatra in Virgo), she shares insights on how this lunation encourages you to examine the balance between ind...

In this Yoga Nidra practice, we invite the radiant light of love to gently melt and disperse energy blocks held in the body and mind. Through deep rest and conscious awareness, we create space to welcome in total acceptance and forgiveness. This session supports emotional release, nervous system regulation, and a return to inner harmony. Whether you are beginning your day, preparing for sleep, or...

In this episode of Soul Arcana , we dive deep into the cosmic currents of this powerful New Moon and Solar Eclipse with our resident tarot reader, Sydney Schaefer . 🌑✨ We reflect on last month's journey with The Empress card—how her energy unfolded in both challenging and beautiful ways, fostering growth, expansion, and deeper insights. This month, a familiar card made its way to Sydney once aga...

A guided meditation designed to help you align with the powerful New Moon in Aries (Western) & Pisces (Vedic), amplified by a Solar Eclipse. This rare cosmic event is a portal for deep release, renewal, and transformation—a time to let go of what no longer serves you and step into a bold new chapter. Grounding & Centering – Connect with the Earth’s energy and find stability. Releasing the...

In this illuminating episode, I sit down with Allie Steffensen , a Registered Dietitian and Movement Instructor , to explore what wellness truly means to us and how our perspectives have evolved over the years. We dive into the pivotal moments that led us both into the field of health and wellness—what inspired us, challenged us, and shaped our unique approaches to supporting others. Allie shares...

✨Welcome to a special episode of the podcast, where we dive deep into the mystical world of Tarot with my soul sister, Sydney Schaefer! This episode marks the first of a monthly Tarot series with Sydney, where we’ll be pulling a card for each upcoming lunation—a way to collectively and individually set seeds of intention to elevate consciousness. Each month, we’ll dive into the magic of Tarot as...

🌑 February 27, 2025 – A New Moon in Pisces/Aquarius & The Beginning of Eclipse Season The cosmos are whispering—can you hear it? This New Moon in Pisces, aligned with Shatabhisha Nakshatra/Aquarius in Vedic astrology, is not just any lunar cycle. It’s a portal to transformation, marking the beginning of eclipse season—a time of fated shifts, deep revelations, and spiritual recalibration. In t...

In this guided meditation, we’ll dissolve self-imposed limitations and step into our true power. Whether you've been held back by doubt, fear, or old narratives, this meditation will help you release limiting beliefs and embody your full potential. Get ready to ground, let go, and rise into a limitless version of yourself. ✨ In This Episode: A powerful visualization to release limiting beliefs A...

Taking risks, following your heart, and trusting yourself—this is the path of expansion, transformation, and deep soul alignment. But let’s be real, Moon Dancer, stepping into the unknown can feel terrifying. Leaving behind comfort for an opportunity that your intuition is screaming “hell yes” to isn’t always easy. We’ve all heard the phrase, jump and the net will appear , but what if the net was...

Welcome to this special guided meditation for the New Moon and the Year of the Snake—a powerful time for renewal, transformation, and deep inner wisdom. In this meditation, we’ll embrace the energy of the Snake to shed old layers, awaken our intuition, and set clear intentions for the cycle ahead. 🌑 A grounding practice to connect with the energy of the New Moon. 🐍 A visualization to release wha...

In this heartfelt and raw conversation, I sit down with my cousin, Delynne Sapp, a single mother of two grown daughters, as she embarks on a new chapter in her life: her "Shakti Era." With her children now independent, Delynne is navigating the exciting and sometimes daunting journey of self-discovery, exploring her passions, and learning to trust the process as she steps into a new phase of life....

Guest: Brooke Leonard - Mental Health Therapist & Yoga Teacher Brooke is a passionate mental health therapist and yoga teacher who seamlessly integrates wellness practices into her personal and professional life. In this episode, we delve deep into Brooke's journey with wellness and yoga. We explore: Brooke's personal and professional background: How yoga has shaped her life and career...

In this episode, we invite you to experience the transformative power of Yoga Nidra. Designed to clear your energy channels, this guided meditation supports you in releasing what no longer serves you, creating space for bliss and the totality of your authentic self to emerge. Find your coziest spot, settle into comfort, and let go as we guide you through this deeply restorative practice. Perfect f...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Nicole Niu, the visionary founder of Pelvic Wellness Omaha . In this episode, Dr. Niu shares her personal journey into the world of pelvic health and explains how her practice is transforming lives. We delve into what pelvic wellness truly means, who can benefit from it, and how it can address issues many people face but rarely talk about. But that...

In this heartfelt episode, I take you on a journey through my personal history with Kundalini Yoga and how it has profoundly transformed my life. From the moment I discovered this sacred practice, it became a guiding light—a powerful tool for navigating life’s challenges and stepping into my truest self. I’ll share how Kundalini helped me stabilize and recover from my addictive personality, offeri...