Your Chakra Coach

We're always talking about our "highest self" - what is that even? And how do we even begin to get there? Today we'll discuss what your highest self might look like and also dive deep into one step you can take to get there. Ancient yogis left us a roadmap, if you will, of some things we can do (or not do!) to lead us closer to our highest selves. The first one, and the topic of today's show is th...

I hear it all the time - people who are so overwhelmed by current events, division, and discord that they're not sure they'll ever find balance again. It can be in the world or in their personal lives, but the pain can be consuming. Today we're talking about how the news and social media are affecting your chakras and how imbalances can be created by a constant stream of information. There are ver...

Are you accidentally holding on to the the things holding you back? Is an imbalance in your chakras serving some purpose? These are tough questions, and the subject of our podcast today. We'll talk about what it means to create an identity around an imbalance or trauma and why we might do it (spoiler: we all do it, it's okay!). We'll also talk a little about how to start letting our old identities...

In our chakra work, we often use affirmations - phrases that connect us to the essence of each energy center. Sometimes these are called mantras, but this week we talk about how mantra and affirmations are different from one another. They work differently and they do different things. We'll discuss what each is, how to know when to use which one for the result we're looking for, and end with both...

Anxiety is incredibly widespread right now - maybe it always is - and we're all looking for ways to manage and reduce it. This week we explore the chakras that can hold anxiety (spoiler alert: it isn't *just* the Root Chakra!), how it might show itself in your life, and how you can tailor your chakra work to address your specific needs. You can connect with me on Facebook and Instagram , and if th...

Today we combine the philosophy of the chakra system with the Zodiac to learn more about how their associated elements impact our lives, behaviors, and energetic balance. Knowing where we might be likely to have a chakra block can help us be aware of the signs. I'll also offer several ideas for each elemental Zodiac sign about how to re-balance the affected chakra and lead you toward a happier, mo...

While we usually talk about the seven main chakras, today we're going beyond the basics - quite literally beyond - to the first of the chakras that lies completely outside the body! We'll learn what it is, what it does, and why it's important to our work on the spiritual path. If you're struggling or feel lost, this episode may shine a little light on the steps in front of you. We'll learn how to...

Everyone knows someone who is a little more...challenging to engage with than is truly comfortable. Sometimes, we call those people and the relationships we have with them toxic. That's what we're talking about today - how those relationships are affecting all your chakras, but specifically your throat and sacral chakras. More importantly, we'll discuss some strategies for changing these relations...

Positive thinking! Sunshine and rainbows! What could be wrong with that? Well, that's what we're talking about this week. The dark side of always being positive and how that's affecting your chakra energy and your health. We'll explore the topic of "toxic positivity," where it lies in your energetic chain, and how it might be hurting you to always look on the bright side. Let's learn how to be tru...

Everything you ever wanted to know about reiki! What is it? Where does it come from? Who does it? How does it work? What can I expect? If you've ever been curious about this energy healing technique, this episode is for you. We'll cover the what, why, and how of reiki and also spend time discussing the benefits of it for each chakra. We'll talk about the emotional and mental aspects of each chakra...

How has your life changed since you began your chakra work? Your spiritual journey? If you're like most people, the answer is that life has changed quite a bit - and not all of it feels like it's for the better. And one place we really notice the change is in our relationships. In this week's episode, we're talking about how spiritual and energy work can affect your relationship and why. And, of c...

Today we explore how what's happening in your Root and Sacral Chakras can affect your relationship - from feelings of insecurity to feeling no feelings at all. It's easy to think that if we can just change the environment, the person, or the relationship that all our problems will be solved, but in this episode, we learn how our own energy, our own chakra blocks and imbalances can be healed to hel...

It's the question I get most - how do I know if I have a block in my chakras? And then the follow up: how do I get rid of it? When energy isn't flowing freely through our energetic channels, we don't feel quite right. Like something is off. And generally, that means we need to release some of the low vibrations in our energy centers. Today we talk about what those low vibrations might look like in...

In the conclusion of our foods for the chakras series, we talk about the third eye and crown chakras. While there are some foods here that are good for nourishment, these uppermost chakras are more energetically minded so we focus on how foods affect our bodies and even the possibility that eating NO food for a while might be helpful!  I also talk about chronic inflammation: what it is, how i...

The series on foods for the chakras continues with the heart and throat! As we move into the gateway chakras, new flavors are present and preparation takes on a whole new significance. We also talk about how environment can change the qualities of food!

Taking a quick break from our series to share this interview with you! I was recently a guest on the Hello, Next Level podcast where hosts Taylor and Kirsten invited me to share some chakra knowledge with their listeners. It was focused on personal growth and how to use the chakras to move your life toward where you want to be. We talk basics, but also get deep into development and what it's like...

Join me as I talk about foods for the solar plexus chakra and how these foods can also help other chakras. After discussing foods for the root and sacral chakras from the last episode, we continue this series and move to the next one – the solar plexus chakra. In this episode, I will share which specific foods can benefit the solar plexus chakra and the physiology governed by this chakra.  Th...

Join me as I talk about foods for the chakras, specifically the root and sacral chakras. After learning the holistic approach and the importance of nutrition on Ayurveda from the last episode, we continue the conversation by talking about foods that will help you keep your chakras balanced. In this episode, I share which particular foods are best for the first two chakras and what nutrients they c...

Victor Briere, A.D., and I discuss what Ayurveda is about, its application to health and wellness, and its connection to chakras. To perform spiritual practices in yoga efficiently, one has to have a healthy body. As a holistic science, Ayurveda treats the body and the mind as a whole. In this episode, Victor sheds some light on how Ayurveda can help improve overall health.  Ayurveda Explaine...

In our final episode of the Trauma Series, we talk about one of the most ignored abuses - spiritual abuse - and how it can lead to challenges in our lives now. We also discuss how, if our universal right to know is violated, the effects on the entire energetic system can be lasting and painful. However, there are some excellent healing modalities to lead us through any trauma and out the other sid...

As we start to really get into the upper chakras, the trauma becomes very intellectual and more about what we see and how we process it. Third Eye Chakra Trauma can happen any time, but particularly in adolescence. If you ever have trouble trusting your own eyes or doubt yourself, this may be a place of injury for you. We'll finish, of course, with some ideas for healing and how to gain a better u...

Trouble expressing yourself? Afraid to speak up? Or maybe you find yourself talking, wishing you could stop but you feel compelled to just keep going. These are all signs that you might have trauma to the Throat Chakra. Today we talk about the lies that can cause injury in the fifth energy center, how you might see it affecting your life now, and how to begin the healing process. This is a major a...

It's another quick break in the series to answer some of the most pressing questions from you! Where do I start - does it have to be at the root? If I don't have trauma but I still feel unbalanced, what can I do? And the big one: How do I know when my chakras are balanced? Thank you for your questions and for your engagement in this series! We'll be back next week with the Throat Chakra, but this...

It's the middle of the energetic chain and the middle of the series on trauma: the heart chakra. It's a unique energy center because it can easily reflect trauma that happens in other chakras, as well as show it's own injuries. We'll talk about where that trauma can come from, how you might notice it in your life, and what we can do to take steps toward healing. Caring for yourself during these ep...

If you've ever found yourself making a decision that you *knew* wasn't good for you but you just felt like you couldn't stop, you may have experienced Solar Plexus Chakra Trauma. Today we talk about how damage and injury to this energy center can show up in our lives now as poor decisions, the inability to say no, and the feeling that whatever you do, it's never enough. If that resonates, this epi...