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

Pitta and Vata types, this episode is for you! Are you addicted to information? Accomplishing things? Always moving? Very hard on yourself?   In this episode I break down  

In this introductory podcast, I provide an overview of the chakra system + how you can use the chakras as a framework for happiness, wholeness and personal growth. Don't forget to sign up (or join Uplifted) for deep dive private podcasts on each individual chakra. In this episode learn:  

Language is a powerful thing. The way you talk to yourself or about yourself shapes your reality, even if what you are saying isn’t true!! Learn what language shifts I have found to be helpful and empowering for transformation and success. In this episode you’ll find:

Living with chronic pain can be a nightmare. Teaching a yoga student with chronic pain can feel intimidating. Today, I’m joined by Uplifted 200-Hour and 300-Hour graduate, Kim Patel, to unpack how chronic pain is different from acute pain, and how to work with chronic pain in a yoga context. This fascinating conversation leads us into an in-depth conversation about the brain, the nervous system, phantom limb syndrome, as well as stories from my own life as the daughter of a war veteran with chronic pain.  Kim was working as a nurse when she developed a long-term pain condition related to her pregnancy which first sparked her interest in pain management. Kim offers one-to-one bespoke pain management blending her nursing knowledge and pain management qualifications with counseling, mindfulness, meditation and movement including yoga. She’s now in the final stages of her doctorate looking at chronic pain and self-concept related to acceptance. This is a must-listen for any yoga teacher looking to support student

Did you know even though you and I are both human, only 10% of our gut is the same?! And that the average woman is exposed to 165 chemicals a day?! These are just some of the fascinating factoids I learned in today’s interview with Aggie Lal. Aggie is a best-selling author with over 1 million followers on Instagram. She’s passionate about making biohacking accessible, affordable and available to women. Today, takes us on a behind-the-scenes tour of her upcoming book. Discover:

What is Samkhya philosophy and how is it different from Yoga philosophy? Receive a total breakdown on Samkhya (one of the six schools on Indian philosophy) from Brett in today's value-packed episode. Walk about with an understanding of:

Evolve - Free 20 Day Yoga Challenge: https://www.brettlarkin.com/evolve/  Today I’m sharing four pivots I’m making in both my business and personal life. I hope some of these are helpful or can inspire you! I discuss the importance of focusing on the current of manifestation rather than the current of liberation in your yoga practice. I also emphasize the significance of embracing Embodied Yoga and prioritizing pleasure (ooo-yah!). Additionally, I highlight the need for better management, delegation skills and effective energy management. I hope you enjoy these insights and ideas I’m striving to prioritize as we enter a new season. Enjoy! ✨ORDER BRETT’S BOOK: brettlarkin.com/yogalife ✨ Instagram: @larkinyogatv    Study with Brett

✨ MY BOOK YOGA LIFE IS OUT! brettlarkin.com/yogalife ✨ We’re on the precipice of the New Year. It’s the perfect time to reflect on what yoga means to you, how to start or (re)start your practice… and convince everyone you love to do the same. It’s also the first episode in which I am a published author with my book YOGA LIFE available worldwide! To celebrate *all the things,* I invited my friend and celebrity life coach Lauren Zander to join me on the podcast this week to chat about:

Do you want to give yourself more grace and compassion (but are plagued with guilt and martyrdom)? Do you want to speak kindly to yourself, your kids, and partner? Do you want to leverage your yoga tools, even when you have no time? Or “be the change” by modeling yoga and mindfulness for your family? Learn how to do all these things with my friend Sophie Jaffe (superfood CEO, yoga teacher, and mama of three). Today, we go behind-the-scenes on her life as a fulltime yoga influencer, CEO and mom. Discover:   

Thinking of attending or hosting a yoga retreat this upcoming season? Don’t miss this episode with insane tips!!! Listen to ensure your next trip is pleasurable, profitable and leaves your students wanting another. Planning a yoga retreat can seem overwhelming at first. But in my recent Uplifted masterclass for yoga teachers, we touched on all the steps by interviewing my most successful 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training graduates who are running trips this year. If you’ve ever dreamed of teaching or leading a retreat yourself, this episode will inspire you and offer tons of practical wisdom.   GUEST EXPERTS: Christa Janine and Piper Sandifer  

Ever dreamed of writing a novel, memoir, your own health and wellness guide, cookbook or yoga book? In today’s episode, I take you behind-the-scenes on EVERYTHING you’d ever want to know by sharing the behind-the-scenes story of my upcoming book YOGA LIFE (pre-order here). I detail every step of my process so you can learn from my mistakes! Listen and learn the ins and outs of:

Let’s dive into the art of yoga sequencing with my friend and fellow Yoga Youtuber, Kassandra Reinhardt. Kassandra has over 2.3 million subscribers, in part because she makes her classes SO accessible. Ready to see how she does it? Today, go behind the scenes on how she plans her sequences, what to do when things don’t go according to plan, and the key differences between in-person and online teaching. Learn:  

Candid conversation alert! Cozy up with me and my friend Sarah Ezrin where we talk about teaching yoga, being moms and why we strengthen our nervous systems by visualizing our children falling from the monkey bars at playgrounds while performing pranayama techniques (not kidding!).  Sarah started out working in the adrenaline-fueled film industry. Then, took that “hustle energy” into her yoga teacher career, resulting in burnout. After much heartbreak and loss, she wasn’t sure she ever wanted children, but now applies ancient yogic wisdom to motherhood. This is a beautiful listen for any yoga teachers, prospective parents or those with kids at home.       GUEST EXPERT: Sarah Ezrin | Buy The Yoga of Parenting book Sarah Ezrin is a world-renowned yoga educator, content creator, and mama of two boys. Sarah writes extensively on the subjects of yoga, parenting, and mental health, often interweaving these themes. She is a regular contributor for Yoga Journal Magazine, Motherly, Yoga International, Healthline, and

Does your daily practice feel stagnant? Or like “hard work”? Maybe you’ve lost the joy. Or you’re struggling to find consistency. Perhaps yoga and meditation feel like another thing “to do.” If any of the above describe you, this episode is here to knock your socks off. It’s time to redefine the idea of “sadhana,” shift into devotion, realize you’re not “alone” when you practice, and to make your time on the mat the highlight of your day. Listen and learn:

Do you want to create more ritual and ceremony into your yoga practice? Are you looking for ways to slow down and connect with your intuition? Ever been curious about crystals and tarot? This is the episode for you! Today I teamed up with Deb Bowen and Samantha Fey from the Psychic Teachers Podcast to bring you all the details about how to make your yoga practice more magical with tarot cards and crystals. Discover: 

You love yoga, but every modality has limitations. Does yoga provide everything we need for optimal health and graceful aging? Let’s investigate… Today, I interview my friend Dr. Jen Fraboni (who you may know as the infamous @DocJenFit on Instagram) about yoga’s potential shortcomings. Not only do we dissect yoga’s pitfalls, we tell you exactly how to mitigate them for a pain-free active lifestyle. Learn: