In today's episode of How Yoga Changed My Life, Adrienne reflects on her conversation with Texas State House of Representative Erin Gámez—an inspiring leader who shared how her yoga practice helps her stay grounded while carrying the weight of public service. Erin said, “When I practice yoga, I can give a different energy to the world.” That wisdom sparked this guided meditation—a reset for your energy and intention. This practice is here for those moments when you’re holding more than you want ...
Jul 14, 2025•8 min•Season 3Ep. 135
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Texas House Representative Erin Gamez from Brownsville to explore how yoga became her anchor in the high-stakes world of law and politics. Erin opens up about taking on a capital murder case right out of law school, the emotional weight of justice work, and how her yoga practice transformed not just how she carries stress—but how she shows up for the world. “I can give a different energy to the world when I practice yoga. I can show up as myself”, she s...
Jul 07, 2025•51 min•Season 3Ep. 134
In today's episode, Mia and Adrienne sat down with Scott Herman. Scott is the author of "Yoga Flow Through the Alphabet". Here's an excerpt from Scott's website https://www.spiritherman.com/ "At age 19, Scott "Spirit" Herman, the author, faced an unimaginable tragedy - a devastating burn injury during his service in the Navy that changed the course of his life. From the physical pain to the emotional scars, he grappled with the darkness of addiction, lost friendships, and countless setbacks. B...
Jul 01, 2025•38 min•Season 3Ep. 131
In today's episode, author Scott Herman, reads from his new book, Yoga Flow Through the Alphabet: A Journey of Healing & Self Discovery. Scott explores what it means to arrive fully in the moment, accept what's here without resistance, acknowledge the truths we usually keep quiet, and sit with anxiety as a wise (and uncomfortable) teacher. It's a gentle invitation to be with yourself just as you are - no fixing, forcing just mindful presence. Click here to buy his book on Amazon! Click here ...
Jun 30, 2025•11 min•Season 3Ep. 133
In today's episode, Adrienne leads you through a calming, breath-centered mediation to help you pause, reset and reconnect. Whether you're moving through a busy day or a tough season, this short practice offers space to get quiet, soften the noise and return to yourself - just as you are, right now. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Insta...
Jun 23, 2025•9 min•Season 3Ep. 132
In today's episode of How Yoga Changed My Life, we explore the powerful practice of Yoga Nidra as a tool for finding peace during life’s most challenging moments. This deeply restorative practice can help you regulate your nervous system, release emotional tension, and offer a brave space for healing when the world feels overwhelming. Whether you’re in the thick of hardship or supporting someone who is, this episode invites you to experience the calming, transformative potential of conscious res...
Jun 09, 2025•21 min•Season 3Ep. 130
In today's episode, Adrienne and Natalie chat with Shelley, a Yoga teacher in SATX. Shelley shares her upbringing in an Evangelical Christian group and the impact that has had on her life. After her first daughter was born, she struggled with postpartum depression and began her mental health journey. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Shelley and share it with a friend! Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.co...
Jun 02, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 129
In today's episode, Natalie guides you through a meditation designed to help you overcome procrastination and create more space and grace for yourself. Don't forget to share this episode with a friend and rate, review and subscribe! Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https:/...
May 26, 2025•16 min•Season 3Ep. 128
In this episode of How Yoga Changed My Life , Natalie and Adrienne sit down with Natalie’s daughter, Chiara, for a heartfelt and insightful conversation about what it was like growing up with a mom deeply rooted in Yoga. Now living and working in Washington, D.C., Chiara opens up about the transition into adulthood—balancing remote work, postgraduate studies, and the challenge of keeping movement a consistent priority. From childhood memories on the mat to navigating independence and stress mana...
May 19, 2025•45 min•Season 3Ep. 127
In this special Mother's Day episode, Natalie and Adrienne flipped the mic and asked their kids what it's really like to grow up with a yoga mom. Spoiler alert - it involves lots of Omming, deep breaths and some surprisingly wise observations. So grab your coffee, your bolster, or just a quiet moment (ha!) - and celebrate the power of movement, motherhood and messy-beautiful mindfulness. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogacha...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 126
In today's episode, Jorge from Episode 123, the Flexible Engineer, leads us through a meditation geared towards slowing down. Life can move really quickly, so take a few moments today to sit quietly and focus on your breath. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyoga...
May 05, 2025•9 min•Season 3Ep. 125
In today's episode, Natalie guides us through a meditation around peace. Find a place to sit quietly, get comfy, and enjoy this light and lovely meditation. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita...
Apr 28, 2025•8 min•Season 3Ep. 124
In this week's episode, Mia, Adrienne and Natalie interview Jorge. Jorge is a Yoga teacher and civil engineer from El Paso, Texas. Jorge started his Yoga journey with Ashtanga and over the years has grown into an incredible Yogi and teacher. You can follow Jorge on social media @jorgerocksandoms Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram...
Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 123
This week Adrienne and Mia simply catch up and share what is next for the podcast! Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deep...
Apr 14, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 122
Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other original yoga-inspired compositions by visiting bio.site/mcr...
Mar 31, 2025•9 min•Season 3Ep. 121
In today's episode, Adrienne and special guest co-host Natalie, sat down with Anthony and got to know his Yoga story. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abaj...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Season 3Ep. 120
In today's episode, Adrienne guides you through a journey from a cozy cabin in the forest to a hot springs. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA ...
Mar 16, 2025•13 min•Season 3Ep. 119
Join Shelby this week as she leads you through a meditation. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other...
Mar 10, 2025•15 min•Season 3Ep. 118
Join Adrienne and Mia as they interview Shelby about her experience with trusting where life takes her, listening to "yes", and establishing her own yoga space. Good Foundation Fredericksburg: https://www.goodfoundationfbg.com/ Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howy...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 117
In today's episode, Adrienne took inspiration from Brandon's Yoga Story to create a meditation that you can practice when you first wake up in the morning. So get comfy, settle in and start your day with gratitude! Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmyl...
Feb 24, 2025•12 min•Season 3Ep. 116
In today's episode, Adrienne and Mia sit down and chat all things Yoga with Brandon Piazza. Brandon shares how his Yoga journey has supported him throughout his life and prepared him for what is yet to come. Do you have a story about how Yoga has changed your life? Send us an email at yogachanged@gmail.com Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us o...
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 115
Join Mia for a meditation geared towards a growth mindset. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other o...
Feb 12, 2025•10 min•Season 3Ep. 2
In today's episode, Mia and Adrienne interview Adrienne's daughter Campbell. Adrienne has shared in her story how her daughters were a big reason why she decided to become a Yoga teacher. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for...
Feb 03, 2025•51 min•Season 3Ep. 113
...of Season 3! Don't worry, the podcast is not going anywhere. This is the final episode of this season. Mia and Adrienne sit down and talk about their intentions for 2025 and the next season of the podcast. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.co...
Jan 27, 2025•48 min•Season 2Ep. 112
In today's special guest-led episode, Natalie guides you through a super chill meditation. Take some time for yourself today...the benefits will surprise you! Natalie was interviewed in episode 107, Willingness to Start Again. Don't forget to share this episode with a friend or family member that you think would enjoy it! Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogacha...
Jan 20, 2025•15 min•Season 2Ep. 111
In today's episode, Adrienne guides you through a meditation inspired by Alex. Alex is an LA Yogi who has dedicated her life to sharing Yoga within her community. Shortly after our interview, California began battling raging wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and taken many lives with the LA area. We are sending our love and prayers to all those impacted and hope that this meditation may provide anyone out there suffering with a few moments of peace. Send us a text Wanna be on the ...
Jan 13, 2025•11 min•Season 2Ep. 110
This week Adrienne and Mia interview Alex Rodriguez about her teaching career Los Angeles, California. Alex's website: https://alex-rodriguez-yoga.mailchimpsites.com/ Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for this episode, “Cenot...
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 109
Join Mia Connell for a gratitude meditation. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other original yoga-i...
Dec 30, 2024•11 min•Season 2Ep. 108
This week Adrienne interviews a new friend, Natalie Pasqualone. They discuss Natalie's experience of being a yoga "beginner" for 10 years before jumping in fully later in life. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com The theme music for this episo...
Dec 23, 2024•1 hr 55 min•Season 2Ep. 107
In today's episode, Mia and Adrienne handed the mic over to Vibrant Yoga Leadership's brand new 300-Hour Yoga Teachers. Listen to see what they learned, what surprised them about their 300 hour training journey and what they each took away. Send us a text Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ For more, go to...
Dec 16, 2024•20 min•Season 2Ep. 106
