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Having a regulated nervous system doesn't mean you're always calm, happy and relaxed. In today's episode, Katie shares how nervous system healing can transform sleep, sensuality, emotional resilience, pleasure and our ability to move through life with greater flexibility and ease. Tune in to learn what genuine nervous system healing actually feels like in your body! Are you ready to embark on a year of deep nervous system work in a supportive community? You're invited to join our Feminine-Form Ayurveda School starting on January 20th, 2027. Click here to learn more and secure your early-bird tuition discount today! Click here to learn more about the Guided Fall Cleanse! In this episode about nervous system healing, you'll hear: ~ Why "calm" isn't always the goal ~ What nervous system healing really looks like ~ How nervous system healing can awaken pleasure and sensuality ~ Why yoga and meditation may not be enough ~ The connection between your nervous system and sleep ~ Building resilience and recovering faster from emotional highs and lows ~ The #1 sign your nervous system healing is working ~ Learning to flirt with life from a more regulated, flexible state ~ Learn more about how to regulate your nervous system today! Watch the replay of our recent Somatic Ayurveda Workshop here . Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Our free gift to you: Click here to have our Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda Mini-Course delivered directly to your inbox . ~ If you have questions about Ayurveda School, please email us at info@theshaktischool.com or book a free call with us here ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/signs-of-nervous-system-healing/

What if feeling more sensitive, emotional, exhausted or even angry is actually a sign that something deep inside of you is healing? In this episode, Katie explores the signs your nervous system is healing, why your old coping strategies have stopped working and ways to better support yourself as your nervous system heals. If you're ready to embark on a year of deep nervous system work in a supportive community, we want to invite you to join the next class of our Feminine-Form Ayurveda School starting on January 20th, 2027. Click here to learn more and secure your early-bird tuition discount today! In this episode about the signs your nervous system is healing, you'll hear: ~ Why healing often feels worse before it gets better ~ What real nervous system healing actually looks like ~ Signs your nervous system is healing that don't always feel good ~ Becoming more sensitive to your body and emotions ~ Why we ignore our body's signals and inner wisdom ~ Building resilience and trusting the signs your nervous system is healing ~ Why old coping strategies stop working ~ How to support yourself through nervous system healing ~ Want to learn more about how to regulate your nervous system today? Watch the replay of our recent Somatic Ayurveda Workshop here . Find the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-252-10-signs-your-nervous-system-is-healing/ Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Our free gift to you: Click here to have our Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda Mini-Course delivered directly to your inbox . ~ If you have questions about Ayurveda School, please email us at info@theshaktischool.com or book a free call with us here ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy !

What is the crystalline body? In today's episode, Katie explores the parallels between the ancient wisdom of Tantra, modern neuroscience and the crystalline body. She shares how we can expand past our limitations, clear blockages in our energy body and ultimately move from confusion to clarity. If you want to learn more about the crystalline body and how to regulate your nervous system through Ayurvedic practices, join Katie LIVE for our free Somatic Ayurveda Workshop. Click here to save your spot! This beautiful talk was originally a Chai with CAAM event hosted by our dear friends at The California Association for Ayurvedic Medicine (CAAM). Click here to learn more about CAAM! In this episode about the crystalline body, you'll hear: ~ Common misconceptions about Tantra ~ The intersection of Tantra, Ayurveda and the crystalline body ~ The root definition of the word Tantra ~ Expanding past our limitations ~ Moving from confusion to clarity ~ What is the crystalline body? ~ Parallels between Tantra and modern Neuroscience ~ How unprocessed past experiences shape our reality ~ A Tantric formula for digesting the past ~ Radical self-honesty ~ Clearing blockages from the crystalline body ~ Cultivating the ability to stay with yourself ~ The effects of the "Information Age" on our minds ~ The Validation Breakthrough by Naomi Feil and Vicki de Klerk-Rubin Read the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-251-the-crystalline-body-tantra/ Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School! ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy !

Self-trust isn't about having all the answers, feeling completely certain or never doubting yourself. In today's episode, Katie explores the true meaning of self-trust through the lenses of Tantra, Ayurveda and neuroscience, offering a gentle invitation to cultivate more self-trust and connect more deeply to your inner wisdom. To hear the full Art of Self-Trust workshop and join us LIVE for part two, click here to join our Spirit Sessions Membership for just $28 per month! In this episode about self-trust, you'll hear: ~ What is self-trust, really? ~ The Vedic concept of Sutika ~ How to recognise ways you're outsourcing your wisdom and authority ~ Balancing sovereignty and surrender ~ Cultivating self-trust ~ Can self-trust and self-doubt co-exist? ~ Common ways that we abandon ourselves ~ Boundaries, validation and self-abandonment ~ Self-trust and nervous system awareness ~ Connecting more deeply to your inner wisdom ~ Becoming your own source of refuge Read the Full Show Notes Here Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School! ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy !

Explore the deeper meaning of divine feminine energy through the wisdom of Ayurveda, Tantra and the latest Quantum Physics research. In this episode, Katie discusses the sacred balance between wildness and structure, Shakti and Shiva. Whether you're new to these teachings or have been walking this path for years, today's episode offers an invitation to embrace your wild, feminine energy and deepen your relationship with yourself and the divine. Thank you to our dear friends at Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about Katie's favorite Organic Grass-Fed Ghee and to try it for yourself. Use the discount code KATIES15 for 15% off your first Banyan purchase! In this episode about divine feminine energy, you'll hear: ~ Honoring your sovereignty and intuition ~ Why is the feminine so difficult to define? ~ Katie's definition of divine feminine energy ~ Why are many people afraid of the feminine ~ The Ayurvedic concepts of prakruti, purusha and kundalini ~ Letting your wildness flow ~ The divine dance between Shakti and Shiva ~ When God winks at you ~ Quantum Physics research from the University of Ottawa ~ Parallels between Quantum Theory and Vedic Philosophy ~ Kundalini awakening ~ Things that prevent kundalini awakening ~ Depending your relationship to divine feminine energy ~ What emotions are you willing to feel? ~ An invitation to enroll in Ayurveda School and receive all our Hot Girl Summer bonuses! Find the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-249-divine-feminine-energy/ Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy !

Are you constantly comparing yourself to others? How can we break free from the comparison trap? In this episode, Katie explores the taboo inner thoughts of comparison, jealousy and insecurity that keep us disconnected from ourselves and each other. Then she shares a simple, powerful Tantric practice to free yourself from comparison and cultivate genuine sisterhood! Thank you to our dear friends at Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about Katie's favorite Organic Grass-Fed Ghee and to try it for yourself. Use the discount code KATIES15 for 15% off your first Banyan purchase! In this episode about comparing yourself to others, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to book a call with one of our coaches if you'd like to learn more about our Ayurveda School! ~ What does it actually mean to be a "girls girl?" ~ Why comparing yourself to others is so common ~ Shining a light on unconscious survival strategies ~ The Vedic concepts of Sampradaya, Swasta and Tapas ~ How to ego keeps score ~ Jealousy as helpful information ~ The positive and negative aspects of gossip ~ Comparison is the enemy of our soul ~ Rosalyn L. Bruyere quote, "The one with the biggest aura wins." ~ The limitless supply of prana and love ~ A tantric practice to free yourself from comparison to others ~ How to do shadow work around comparing yourself to others ~ Letting your energy speak ~ Join our free DIY Goddess Beauty Lab Webinar on July 16th! Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School! ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy ! Find the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-248-comparing-yourself-to-others/

Are female and male brains really that different? In this episode, Katie explores the science, psychology and Tantric wisdom behind feminine and masculine ways of perceiving, processing and responding to the world. Drawing on groundbreaking research, cultural myths and ancient spiritual teachings, she offers a nuanced discussion about the differences between genders and what they can teach us about creating healthier relationships. Thank you to our friends at Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about Katie's favorite Beauty Balm and to try it for yourself. Use the discount code KATIES15 for 15% off your first Banyan purchase! In this episode about the differences between women's brains and men's, you'll hear: ~ Chick here to join our newsletter and be notified about our upcoming FREE webinars! ~ Shakti and Shiva: feminine and masculine energies ~ Duality, polarity and the value of diversity ~ Insights from the work of Prof. Dr. Aiman Saab ~ Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus by John Gray ~ This American Life podcast ~ What neuroscience has revealed about men's and women's brains ~ The Tantric understanding of masculine and feminine differences ~ How women and men tend to perceive and interpret the world ~ The groundbreaking research of Prof. Dr. Daphna Joel ~ University of Pennsylvania study on brain connectivity ~ Common myths and misconceptions about sex differences in the brain ~ Why do women and men tend to respond differently to emotional situations? ~ Finding greater understanding and connection across differences ~ The Sedona Method Find the full show notes here

Is it true love, unhealthy obsession or limerence? In this episode, Katie explores the psychology and ancient spiritual wisdom around limerence - a state of infatuation with a person or idea. Katie shares how dopamine, social media and the search for external validation often keep us caught in cycles of unfulfilled longing. Learn how to recognise the difference between limerence and genuine love so you can open to greater self-awareness, clarity and personal growth. Thank you to our friends at Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about Katie's favorite Beauty Balm and to try it for yourself. Use the discount code KATIES15 for 15% off your first Banyan purchase! In this episode about limerence, you'll hear: ~ Click here to join our Spirit Sessions Membership ! ~ Why is everyone online talking about limerence right now? ~ What is limerence? ~ The difference between infatuation and love ~ What's going on in the brain when we're in a state of limerence? ~ The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer ~ Psychologist Dorothy Tennov ~ How to tell if you're in a limerence relationship ~ What do the ancient Buddhist and Tantric texts say on this topic? ~ The "hungry ghost" ~ Breadcrumbing ~ Anticipation vs. actual pleasure ~ How social media and advertisers use hypnosis ~ The Ayurvedic concept of Kāma ~ Making choices from a place of clarity ~ The deep spiritual opportunity limerence offers Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy ! Find the full show notes here!

Today, Katie chats with intuitive healer and friend of the podcast, Angelica Neri, for a powerful conversation about intuition, female entrepreneurship and spiritual growth. They share how to distinguish the voice of intuition from the ego, cultivate calm in the midst of solopreneur chaos and build a business rooted in purpose and connection to spirit. If you're ready to finally start the business of your dreams, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and empowered to begin! Thank you to our friends at Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about Katie's favorite Banyan products and try them yourself. Use the discount code KATIES15 for 15% off your first purchase! In this episode for female entrepreneurs, you'll hear: ~ How Katie and Angelica tune in to their intuition ~ The #1 enemy of the intuition ~ Sohum Mountain Healing Resort with Dr. Lad ~ Why Tantrics seek out graveyards ~ A Buddhist practice to release comparison and judgment ~ Dissolving an old identity to step into your new role as a female entrepreneur ~ The Ayurvedic concept of Bindu Visarga ~ The biggest destroyer of new businesses ~ Parallels between female entrepreneurship and the spiritual journey ~ Tips for becoming a successful female entrepreneur ~ Separating yourself, your ego and your business ~ Being a vessel for spirit ~ How to distinguish between the voices of ego and intuition Connect with Angelica Neri: ~ Check out Angelica's Shift Your Frequency Program! ~ Follow Angelica on Instagram ~ Listen to Angelica on The Divine Feminine Healer's Podcast Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy ! Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-245-spirit-led-business-success-for-female-entrepreneurs/

Today, Katie explores emerging research on stevia, a common artificial sweetener found in many wellness staples. Learn how erythritol, a common additive in stevia, affects your blood vessels and the subtle body. Blending modern science with Ayurvedic wisdom, Katie offers practical, nourishing alternatives for satisfying sweet cravings while supporting long-term health. Thank you to our friends at Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about Katie's favorite Triphala and try it yourself. Use the discount code KATIES15 for 15% off your first purchase! In this episode about stevia, you'll hear: ~ The latest science about stevia and what it means for your health ~ Recent erythritol study from the University of Colorado at Boulder ~ Negative side effects of erythritol ~ What does Ayurveda say about the sweet taste? ~ Where is stevia hiding in your kitchen? ~ Your body's response to natural vs. artificial sweeteners ~ The subtle effects of artificial sweeteners on our emotions and spirit ~ Ayurveda-aligned stevia alternatives Check out these related episodes: ~ Ep. 201 Wait for the Yum: A Convo with Food Maven, Meredith Klein ~ Ep. 172 Embodied Nutrition with Claire Ragozzino Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy ! Get the full show notes here

Today on the podcast, Katie is joined by Christine Eck to explore feminine spirituality, postpartum care and life's sacred transitions. Christine is an Ayurvedic Health Consultant, a Birth and Postpartum Doula and founder of the Center for Sacred Window Studies . Katie and Christine share how our most vulnerable moments can become portals for deep transformation. The next cycle of our Level 2 Ayurvedic Health Coach certification program begins on April 21. Email us at info@theshaktischool.com to enroll today! In this episode about transitions and postpartum, you'll hear: ~ Releasing the pursuit of perfection ~ The Vedic concepts of shakti, sundariah, hridaya, rasa and soma ~ Understanding energy, change and surrender through Tantra ~ Embracing vulnerability ~ What are the sacred windows in our lives? ~ Postpartum experience as a sacred portal ~ Cultural gaps in postpartum care ~ Reclaiming inner wisdom ~ Navigating emptiness, loss and loneliness ~ The alchemy of collective healing ~ The work of Tich Nach Han ~ Have questions about our Level 2 program? Click here to book a FREE call with us . Connect with Christine and the Center for Sacred Window Studies: ~ Follow the Center on Instagram and Facebook ~ Sacred Window Podcast and Blog ~ Conscious Postpartum Care programs Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy ! Get the full show notes here

In today's episode, Kate introduces the Ayurvedic concept of the Koshas and explores the bliss body, the subtle layer of deep joy, inner peace and non-dual consciousness within us. She shares how meditation can connect us with the bliss body and then invites you to join her for a 30-minute meditation challenge to experience the bliss body for yourself! Ayurveda School has begun, but it's not too late to join us! Click here to learn more and enroll today! In this bliss meditation episode, you'll hear: ~ The Ayurvedic concept of the Koshas ~ What is the bliss body? ~ A 30-minute meditation challenge ~ The four wheels of meditation ~ An internal culture of kindness ~ Have questions about Ayurveda School? Click here to book a FREE call with us . ~ Join us inside the Spirit Sessions Membership for just $28 a month Find the full show notes here Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Email us at info@theshaktischool.com ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat : Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy !

In today's episode, Katie explores akash, the element of space, as the medicine for hustle and the intensity of life's pitta seasons. Creating inner spaciousness allows new experiences and healing to unfold. She then guides you through a meditation practice to create space, release tension and reconnect with akash as love, possibility and renewal. Ayurveda School has begun, but it's not too late to join us! Click here to learn more and enroll today! In this episode about how to create space in your life through meditation, you'll hear: ~ Understanding the element of space, akash ~ The antidote to hustle ~ How to create space through energy work ~ Space is not empty ~ The essence of tantric manifestation ~ A guided meditation to create space ~ Have questions about Ayurveda School? Click here to book a FREE call with us . ~ Get the full show notes here Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat : Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy !

Today on the podcast, Katie unravels the mystery of the feminine and shares how to cultivate self-belonging, inner wisdom and freedom from limitation through the path of Tantra. Stay tuned to the end for a guided tantra meditation that you can use to start practicing tantra today! Ayurveda School has begun, but it's not too late to enroll! Register now to get instant access to our first class. Click here to learn more and enroll today! In this episode about feminine-form tantra meditation, you'll hear: ~ Why the feminine is so hard to define ~ Awakening to your inner wise woman ~ The origins of The Shakti School ~ Root mother medicine ~ The meaning of the word Tantra ~ Moving out of your limitations through tantra meditation ~ What is self-belonging? ~ Four steps to embody feminine-form Tantra ~ Making your everyday life a tantra meditation ~ Why so many people miss the point of Tantra ~ Katie guides you through her daily grounding meditation practice ~ Have questions about Ayurveda School? Click here to book a FREE call with us . Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat : Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy ! Get the full show notes here!

If you're feeling called to pursue your Ayurvedic certification but wondering, "What, exactly, can I do with this once I've graduated?" this episode is for you! Katie shares the many ways our graduates are showing up in the world, serving others and living their purpose. Tune in for a healthy dose of inspiration and motivation! Ayurveda School starts this Wednesday, January 14th! Join The Shakti School community today and immerse yourself in a year of deep Feminine-Form Ayurvedic study. Click here to learn more and enroll today! In this episode about what you can do with an Ayurvedic certification, you'll hear: ~ Have questions about Ayurveda School? Click here to book a FREE call with us . ~ Real examples of how our graduates are using their Ayurveda certifications ~ Health issues Ayurvedic coaches help their clients resolve ~ Deep personal transformational work ~ Specializing in women's health ~ What is a SPIRITUAL Ayurveda School? ~ Read about what our graduates are up to: Part 1 & Part 2 Click here for the full show notes! Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat : Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy !

Geek out with Katie as she explores the planetary alignments coming in 2026 and how their energy influences our lives, through the lens of Ayurveda's sister science, Vedic Astrology. Learn what you can do right now to support personal growth, spiritual evolution and success in the year ahead. Ayurveda School starts in just ONE week, January 14th! Enroll now to immerse yourself in a year of Feminine-Form Ayurvedic study with The Shakti School community. Click here to learn more and enroll today! In this episode about 2026 Vedic Astrology, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to book a FREE call with us! Click here to book your call . ~ Astrology is not something to be afraid of ~ Jyotish AKA Vedic Astrology ~ Knowing what's ahead without being obsessed with it ~ Vedic Astrology advice for navigating the shifting energies of 2026 ~ Your portal to an energy upgrade ~ How to set yourself up for spiritual and professional growth in 2026 ~ Good news for the new year! Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat : Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy ! Click here for the full show notes!

In this special New Year's episode, Kaite shares the most powerful life lessons she learned in 2025. Tune in to learn a simple year-end reflection practice and hear an inspiring invitation to let go of the old, integrate life lessons and call forth your dreams in the new year! Ayurveda School starts in just TWO weeks on January 14th! Enroll now to immerse yourself in a year of Feminine-Form Ayurvedic study with The Shakti School community. Click here to learn more and enroll today! In this episode about life lessons from 2025, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to book a FREE call with us! Click here to book your call . ~ A message of hope! ~ 2025 was the year of the snake ~ 2026 is the year of the horse ~ A simple year-end reflection practice ~ Katie's most powerful personal life lessons from 2025 ~ Do something today to nourish yourself ~ Why things NOT going as planned is the spiritual curriculum ~ An invitation to integrate your life lessons and pursue the dream you've been putting off Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/life-lessons-i-learned-in-2025/ Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook

Surrender to the sacred mystery of life and discover your true self. Inspired by her favorite Christmas carol, "Oh Holy Night," Katie shares about self-worth, surrendering to the divine and opening to the darkness of winter. Deepen your spiritual practice in our year-long Divine Feminine Ayurveda School starting on January 14th. Click here to learn more and enroll today! In this episode about surrender and letting go, you'll hear: ~ What if your soul could feel its worth? ~ The power of falling on your knees ~ Feeling inadequate, worthless ~ Surrendering your defences and becoming more yourself ~ Overvaluing the intellect ~ Death and rebirth ~ The sacred spiritual practice of surrender ~ 2026 is the year of the horse ~ An old recording of "Oh Holy Night" by Harry Macdonough Find the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-236-winter-surrender/ Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Questions about Ayurveda School? Click here to book a FREE call! ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook

Ghee is the ultimate nervous-system–safe psychedelic. It's soma, the sacred nectar of immortality, in a spoon. It's butter, not breakdown. Drawing from her personal Panchakarma experiences and modern neuroscience, Katie shares how this ancient Ayurvedic superfood gently expands consciousness, processes stored trauma and restores emotional and spiritual resilience. If you're looking for a path to embodied awakening, tune in to hear Katie's thoughts on this safe psychedelic and the potentially dangerous plant medicine fads that are sweeping the globe. The 2026 class of our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School starts in just four weeks! Click here to learn more and enroll today! In this episode all about ghee, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to book a FREE call with one of our coaches ~ Lessons from Katie's recent panchakarma experience ~ Ghee as a lunar, mother remedy ~ The Ayurvedic concepts of Soma and Ojas ~ How ghee supports the nervous system and emotional safety ~ The science of ghee: fat, myelin, gut health and the brain ~ The health benefits of ghee ~ How ghee compares to other plant medicines ~ Katie's view on Ayahuasca ~ Trauma, memory and consciousness stored in fat ~ Ghee's effects on intuition and dreams ~ Using ghee for grounding, embodiment and long-term self-care Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-235-why-ghee-is-the-quiet-psychedelic/ Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook

Are you living an Ayurvedic lifestyle, but still missing your spark? Today on the podcast, Katie chats with Dr. Shivani Gupta - author, turmeric researcher, and new teacher here at The Shakti School - about why so many women in midlife feel disconnected from their spark. Dr. Shivani and Katie open up about navigating life as high-pitta entrepreneurs and the power of embracing the mess. Dr. Shivani shares how turmeric has changed her life and why so many of us suffer from inflammation in the body and "mental inflammation." Tune in for behind-the-scenes book-launch stories, mom-entrepreneur wisdom and our first-ever Ayurveda girl-power lightning round! Ready to truly live Ayurveda? The 2026 class of our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School starts on January 14th, 2026! We'd love to chat with you if you have questions about the program. Click here to book a FREE call! In this episode about turmeric, midlife and so much more, you'll hear: ~ Why so many women in their 40s and 50s feel like they've lost their spark ~ When living the perfect Ayurvedic lifestyle doesn't make you feel better ~ The Fusionary Formulas turmeric supplement and herbal tea that Katie swears by! ~ The voice of self-doubt and self-criticism ~ What is mental inflammation? ~ Navigating life as a high-pitta person ~ Behind the scenes of Dr. Shivani's book launch promo ~ Balancing motherhood and business ~ The health benefits of turmeric ~ Herbs first vs. lifestyle first ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda ! Connect with Dr. Shivani Gupta and The Shakti School: ~ Read Dr. Shivani Gupta's new book, The Inflammation Code ~ Listen to the Fusionary Health Podcast ~ Connect with Dr. Shivani Gupta on Instagram and Facebook ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat : Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy ! Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-234-turmeric-and-midlife-dr-shivani-gupta/