North Node: The Yoga & Astrology Podcast

In this episode we talk about Past Lives, Reincarnation and the Soul's Journey and crucially why it matters in this lifetime. We also cover karma and dharma, how our children can show up in our birthchart and how astrology shows us the evolution of our soul over lifetimes. **Trigger warning reference to miscarriage** In the episode we reference Dr Brian Weiss and his ground breaking book &apo...

In this episode, we explain what yoga really means and discuss the first and second limbs of yoga - the Yamas & Niyamas.  We explore how to live both with truth and kindness, discipline and trusting the universe, hard work and contentment. And, we explain why some of these principals will be harder or easier to navigate depending on our birth chart.  A deeper understanding of these topics help...

In this episode we discuss the meaning of sthira and sukhum, or strength and softness and why the balance of both is needed while practicing yoga and also in life. We discuss how sthira and sukhum is showing up in our lives and the world through the balance of masculine and feminine energy. And why this balance of yin and yang is critical for health & happiness, and for changing the world we l...

Body image is a sensitive subject, but as surgical intervention sky rockets and self-esteem plummets, it feels like an area which needs voicing.  We hope that by sharing ideas from yoga and astrology we can shine a light on the root of these compensatory behaviours and offer a new lens to see ourselves, reminding listeners that we are all enough just as we are. Did you know you can subscribe to th...

In this episode we discuss the stress response, the reptilian brain and our personal experiences with experiencing & managing stress. We discuss how yoga helps to stimulate the vagus nerve and the parasympathetic nervous system and how building your vagal tone helps to make you more resilient   Did you know you can subscribe to this podcast so that it automatically downloads the next episode f...

In this episode we discuss all styles of relationships, most importantly the relationship we have with ourselves and then how that impacts our relationship with others.  We explain triggers and transference to help understand the root of conflict, and we share stories on how we can use conflict positively for exponential personal growth.  Did you know you can subscribe to this podcast so that it a...

This episode explores Dharma - our purpose or duty in this lifetime. We explain how to discover your purpose and live in alignment with your true path, the reason you were put on this planet. We also talk about ‘the red rubber band’ and what it can feel like to be living off path. "It is better to do your own dharma imperfectly, than someone else’s dharma perfectly."- The Bhagavad Gita  ...

In this episode we talk about why connection to self is one of the most important things to spend your time working on. We cover how yoga helps us cultivate this connection, through inner union and how this unfolds and ripple throughout your life the more that you practice. We speak into how a strong self connection, allows you to become more connected to the world around you, and the universe, th...

In this episode we share our opinions on what true health really is and how yoga can help beyond physical health.  We speak into how one thing is how you do everything and how that shows up when you show up on your yoga mat. The patterns we see in our students and how yoga can help to transform your life. We also cover crying in yoga classes – why it happens and how powerful finally feeling your e...

Welcome to North Node: The Yoga & Astrology Podcast - we are so excited to bring you our very first episode… Meet your hosts Laura Clayton & Becky Clissett – in this episode we share our paths to finding yoga, astrology & following the breadcrumbs to this point on our journeys. We speak into the power of yoga, our individual journeys the which changed us from being spiritually cynical...