The inner conflict is a fundamental part of being human. The Bhagavad Gita, the most famous yogic text in history takes place on a battlefield - a perfect metaphor for the battle that is happening inside each one of us. We spend our lives in a constant struggle between right and wrong, selfishness and selflessness and the desire to grow and the desire to be comfortable. So how do we navigate this inner conflict and align to the highest part of ourselves? The Gita tells us to "remember who we are...
Sep 06, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 127
What happens when you spend 80 days focused on love, connection and purpose? I’m about to find out. Today is day 1 of my new Pleasure Project: The Dharma Love Project. Alongside my Pleasure Project Program students, I’m embarking on my own 80-day journey. Inspired by 2 books: Love 2.0 and The Bhagavad Gita, I’m unwinding my own sticky patterns of attachment, self-doubt, and worry. About a month ago, I was attending a business mastermind and the breakout teacher revealed that I had some work to d...
Aug 30, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 126
Fall is coming. The time of year when we yearn to get back on track, recommit to our goals and establish a new rhythm. As summer comes to a close, it feels like a fresh start, an opportunity to wipe the slate clean and begin again. In the Pleasure Project Program , members design an 80-day experiment based on the ONE thing that would change everything for them. This is NOT your average SMART goal setting. (Which is missing quite a few essential ingredients). This is Goal Setting 5.0 The Projects...
Aug 22, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 125
One of the goals we all share is to be happy. The irony is - the more you have happiness as a goal, the less happy you are. Happiness isn't something we can force. However, we can set up the conditions for happiness to arise. In this episode I discuss: 3 reasons why trying to be happy is counter productive 5 ways to increase your overall happiness and life satisfaction Mentioned in this episode: Be Happier Now Summit (free) Pleasure Project Program Waitlist Being and Becoming Day Retreat on Sept...
Aug 08, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 124
What is "Hot Girl Summer"? I looked it up and found a few definitions: Dictonary.com defines it as “feeling confident in who you are and having fun and looking good while doing it." Urban Dictionary says it's about “just being you, just having fun. It's turning up, driving the boat and not giving a damn about what nobody's saying.” Ayurvedically speaking, staying balanced in the summer is about being COOL - not hot. In this episode I share practical tips and tricks for staying cool, calm and col...
Jul 31, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 123
Do you struggle with not having enough time? Are you cronically late, rushed or overwhelmed? This podcast is for you. In this episode I share how I went from living in time scarcity to time abundance. I've identified 7 things I did to shift my relationship with time and be more intentional with how I spend my days. Imagine having hours to yourself each day. These 7 shifts will help you create more space and time for what matters most. Click here to join The Pleasure Project Program...
Jul 20, 2023•20 min•Season 1Ep. 122
In this episode I explore the transformative power of setting feeling intentions for a more fulfilling life. Drawing inspiration from "The Desire Map," I discuss the importance of combining outcome goals with desired emotions to create a joyful and purposeful journey. I talk about the distinction between intentions and goals, emphasizing how intentions shape our being while goals focus on our actions. Learn how to create "feeling intentions" and how to infuse everyday activities with feeling int...
Jun 28, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 121
Not where you think you "should" be by this time of the year? Do you feel "behind"? There are two ways you can approach your goals. One works for you and one works against you. One way is to see the road ahead as painful, discouraging, and filled with challenges and obstacles. This path is filled with self-doubt, anxiety, and stress. The other way is to approach your goals as exciting opportunities for growth, exploration and adventure. This will make you want to embrace the challenges, do the h...
Jun 27, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 120
Do you struggle with planning or following through on your plans? In this episode, I delve into the world of planning and decision-making. Join me as we explore the reasons behind our inclination to prioritize immediate gratification over long-term rewards and uncover the power of planning to transform our lives. Discover the profound benefits of planning and how it can combat decision fatigue and enhance willpower. Learn why the human brain thrives on direction and focus, and how planning empow...
Jun 27, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 119
The summer solstice is the longest day of the year and symbolises light, growth, abundance, joy, celebration, balance and purification. In this episode I go into the symbolism of this potent time of year and questions to reflect on to create more clarity and focus for the months ahead. I finish with a 9 minute solstice meditation. Whether the first 6 months of the year have been challenging or wildly successful, this is a great time to press pause, take some time to reflect and do a mid-year res...
Jun 20, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 118
This is the final installment of the Yoga of Emotion Series. In this episode I share a 4 step process to shift from a challenging emotion to a more resourced one. These tools allow you to feel more in control over your emotions and enable you to handle difficult emotions with more acceptance and self-compassion, and ultimately empower you to create your desired emotional state. The 4 steps of Emotional Empowerment are: 1. Self-Awareness 2. Process ( click here for the Inner Listening Practice - ...
Jun 13, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 117
In this episode, I'm diving deep into the world of emotions with Part 3 of a 4 part series based on my most popular workshop: The Yoga of Emotion. Emotions are often misunderstood. We think that emotions are simply reactions to events. It's all about how we think about those events that create those feelings. Ten different people can witness the same event and experience ten different emotions based on their own thoughts and perspectives. The Three Laws of Emotion are: Law 1: The 90-Second Rule....
Jun 07, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 116
This is part 2 of a 4 part series based on my most popular workshop: The Yoga of Emotion. In this episode I share the top 4 mistakes people make when dealing with challenging emotions. These are mistakes MOST of us make because it's what we've been taught and programmed to do. However, these mistakes can be harmful and get in the way of cultivating emotional wellness and a healthier relationship with our feelings. These 4 mistakes are: 1. We engage in avoidance and numbing behaviors to escape ho...
May 30, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 115
This is part 1 of a 4 part series based on my most popular workshop: The Yoga of Emotion. Yoga means to connect or join. The Yoga of Emotion is all about how we connect with and relate to our emotions. Most of us were never taught how to understand and handle our challenging emotions in healthy ways. We reject our unpleasant emotions and in doing so - become divided against ourselves. Feelings are such an important part of our lives. They can either be our superpower or our biggest enemy. In thi...
May 23, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 114
Sometimes when we focus on "good vibes only" or understand how our thoughts create our reality, we end up resisting negative feelings and trying to push away negative thoughts. However, what you resist, persists. If you've been trying hard to feel better without success, this podcast is for you. The truth is, the fastest way to feel better is to allow and accept how you *actually* feel. This is NOT the same as wallowing and having a pity party for yourself - it's about fully FEELING your emotion...
May 16, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 113
Low self-worth is something so many people struggle with. Low self-worth is not a character trait. It’s a habit of thinking. Many of us have a habit of being overly critical about ourselves. We focus on our flaws and shortcomings. We look for how we’re behind or slower than others or not good enough. We look at our past for reasons for our low self-worth - maybe we were criticized and judged by people in our lives, maybe family members told us we weren’t good enough or modelled being hard on the...
May 10, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 112
Your disappointment, insecurity, shame, judgement and self-doubt arise from repetitive thinking. Anything thought with repetition becomes a habituated response. Every thought leads to a result. And what you focus on and think about expands. In this episode I share 5 mental habits to break to feel better and be happier: Beating yourself up Telling yourself you can't do something or don't know how Believing and reacting to every thought that pops into your head Comparing yourself to others Complai...
May 01, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 111
Self-confidence is something everyone wants more of and many people struggle with. When you're filled with self-doubt (the opposite of confidence), you struggle with decision-making, procrastination, and engage in numbing or self-sabotaging behaviors. When you have self-confidence you take action towards your goals and show up the way you want in life. But how do you create it? In the Pleasure Project Program ( click here to get on the waitlist ), we've been focusing on creating self-confidence ...
Apr 25, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 110
Do you struggle with getting to bed on time and waking up early? Do you feel like there's not enough time for self-care? Do you want to become a morning person and create a daily routine that makes you feel like a million bucks? Then this episode is for you. In this episode I share how I went from a night owl to a morning person and how you can do the same. I reveal the 3 M's of my magical morning routine, step-by-step, so you can include the key elements to start your day right. Episodes mentio...
Apr 19, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 109
Spring is prime time to declutter. If you've been feeling the urge to declutter, this podcast is for you. In this episode I talk about my journey with decluttering - starting with Marie Kondo's book, The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up . I share my process for decluttering(slightly different than hers), and the habits I've adopted over the years to maintain and clear and clutter-free space. Click here for the Decluttering Checklist Want help organizing your mind, your space or your life? Click...
Apr 11, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 108
I just came back from a family vacation where we spent a lot of time relaxing and doing nothing. As lovely as it was, there were many times where I found myself thinking, "I should probably get some work done". If you're a high achiever like me, pleasure and ease can sometimes be uncomfortable. We all have a "Pleasure Ceiling". When we surpass the amount of pleasure we're used to, the voice in our head starts to get louder and convince us that we're doing something wrong by relaxing. This is an ...
Apr 02, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 107
Do you have a goal you're working on? Something specific you're trying to manifest in the next 6 months? Listen to this episode to program your subconscious mind for success. Click here to join The Pleasure Project Program
Mar 13, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 106
We've been taught that the key to success is trying harder and putting in more time, effort and energy. That strategy will only take you so far. If you've been using that approach and it's not working, in this episode I share a way to create quantum leaps in your life using a different strategy. I start with a story from the book You2 by Price Pritchett , then go into my 4 step process to help you access your intuition and the wisdom of your unconscious mind to find direction for the next step t...
Mar 05, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 105
Today I'm introducing you to my secret coaching weapon and latest obsession. Your subconscious mind is responsible for 95% of what you believe, think, say and do. Your conscious mind can have a goal, but if your subconscious mind isn't on board, change will be an uphill battle. In this episode I share why I love hypnosis for creating changes fast because it directly affects your subconscious mind. Have you tried hypnosis? I'd love to hear your experience. And if you are struggling with making a ...
Feb 27, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 104
One of the top mistakes people make when trying to change habits is using willpower. And in case you haven't noticed, willpower is unreliable and not available when you need it the most. Willpower only works when our energy is high and we're well resourced. In this episide you'll learn how to use whypower, a more effective alternative. Here are the 4 steps to using whypower: 1. Interrupt the old habit/pattern 2. Use emotional/nervous system regulation to neutralize the emotion 3. Connect with yo...
Feb 20, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 103
Anxiety is an inevitable part of being human. As humans, we’re wired to look for threats. Anxiety serves to prepare us for possible danger. It’s a built-in survival mechanism meant to keep us safe. Thank you, brain. Also, the nature of reality is that we can’t predict the future and we can’t control the world. This fact contributes to all the anxiety-related emotions of fear, worry, nervousness and unease. Since it’s impossible to be completely free of anxiety, we might as well get better at dea...
Feb 12, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 102
The great paradox we're trying to embrace in this life is that of BEING and BECOMING. Most of us are so overly focused on getting more, achieving more, being better, that we don't spend enough time appreciating what we have and loving who we are right now. I'm reading the book Already Free by Bruce Tift where he poses the question: " What would it be like to be completely committed to this reality as if it would never get any better? ". If your response to that question was despair, you're not a...
Feb 02, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 101
To celebrate episode 100 I am sharing my WHY. I get a little emotional, ok a LOT emotional, but this is my Truth. It's my honor to share these tools with as many people as possible. These tools have completely changed my life and the lives of my clients. If you want to learn these life-changing tools, the Pleasure Project Program is open for enrollment for a few more days. Click here for details and don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions. Click here to join The Pleasure Project Progra...
Jan 18, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 100
To set goals or not to set goals, that is the question. In this episode I make a case that you are ALREADY goal oriented. However, if you don't do it on purpose, your primitive mind will operate with one goal in mind: Move AWAY from discomfort. The problem? That reactive behavior won't help you evolve or make the positive changes you want. You'll learn how to handle emotions that come up on the way to your goals so they don't prevent the growth you seek. Emotional mastery is a big part of what w...
Jan 15, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 99
This episode is a live workshop on how to make 2023 a breakthrough year. Over the years of refining, experimenting and testing my goal-setting and achievement process - I’ve learned a thing or 2. If you don't change your beliefs, you won't change your results. It's not just about the actions you take or having a step-by-step plan to follow, it's about who you need to BECOME. If you don't change how you think about your goals, you'll end up shortchanging yourself. In this science-based workshop, ...
Dec 30, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 98
