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Ep . 25: In this solo episode, we explore the idea of our ego and personality as a "construct" that we have the power to shift in any given moment, and I share some tools for making real changes in your life.We explore: What constitutes what we think of as our personality How radical presence is connected to deep personal shifts Why our sense of self is an illusion - and how this is actually empowering Accessing our limitless life force energy within Moving. from mind-based to body-based being Discovering our true self in our emotional body How language can limit our full experience of life (and why it's so important to come into silence and stillness to access our true self) If you resonate with the topics in this episode and would love to share your thoughts with me, I'd love to hear from you!You can reach out through my website at www.kristenyates.com, send me an email at kyates8@gmail.com, or send me a message on Facebook!

Ep. 24: In this solo episode, I dive into "3 I's" that have been on my mind lately: integration, intuition, and (beating) imposter syndrome.  What integration is, and why it's so important to build into our lives after intense phases of personal growth  How integration looks different for everyone  Tapping in to find your best integration method Working through times of transition (with integration and intuition!) Connecting to your intuition as a grounding tool during times of chaos Transparency around my own struggles with imposter syndrome My #1 key for clearing imposter syndrome Staying connected to your WHY and personal mission

Ep. 23: In this episode, we explore how facing ourselves fully with radical-self honesty can be the key to changing our habits,  fulfilling our potential, and creating lasting change in our lives. We get into:  My story of facing myself fully for (possibly!) the first time in my life How I perpetuated unconscious habits of escapism until they all came out in the open The inner knowing we have around whether we are truly living up to our potential Why grief and release can be an essential part of the self-honesty process What it means to truly show the F up for your life How the little lies we tell ourselves chip away at our self-worth and identity The difference between conscious and unconscious commitment The key component of lasting habit change Six questions to reveal your true self and face yourself with radical honesty Why full awareness is so key for lasting change in our lives Get in Touch:If you'd like to get in touch with me, feel free to email me at kyates8@gmail.comOr contact me through my website atwww.kristenyates.com

Ep. 22: What does it mean to walk a spiritual path? What does this mean for you? And how can spiritual practices help you move closer to your most authentic self and true nature? This episode dives into basically my favorite topic ever - the spiritual path. We explore: Why spirituality does not look the same for everyone How to cultivate your own unique spiritual practice and path Some core essence qualities of the spiritual path The nature of soul and consciousness Questing for meaning and purpose Deconstructing the ego and personality for spiritual growth Understanding the layers of "self" we acquire as we move through life The power of reinventing yourself A few key practices to begin walking a spiritual path The connection between spirit and embodiment Surrendering to the mystery of existence The illusion of "seeking" meaning and purpose How spirituality assists us in the quest for freedom and truth Questions for spiritual exploration:  What brings you peace?   What makes you feel most at home?   What brings you into your body?   What brings you JOY?  

Ep. 21: I wanted to share a bit of a personal update, as my past few months have been chock full of challenges, lessons, magic, darkness... and everything in between.   On this solo episode, I dive into my own personal "dark night" (or as I like to say, total emotional unraveling  over this past month in Mexico 😆), sitting with massive discomfort and surrendering to growth, my real experience of Tulum (hint: it's not what you see on Instagram) and basically getting my ass humbled AF in the final stretch of 2020 ;)   Some topics I cover include:  The process of grounding after a nomadic lifestyle  Why self-centeredness is not a bad thing  What we *think* we need is often not what we *really* need  What is a "dark night" of the soul, and how to work with and through it  My authentic challenges and experiences moving to Mexico  The polarity of massive challenge and big magic  Why we need to be triggered to shake us out of our comfort zone and grow  Surrendering into darkness to find the light  The energy of vortex places on the planet and how they impact us  Learning to make courageous and graceful pivots towards our true path  Listening to the call of your heart and purpose  Embodying our true purpose: to FEEL the full spectrum of emotions  ....and more :)   Let's connect more! If any of this episode has spoken to you, please feel free to reach out to me on Facebook (facebook.com/kyates8) or through my website, and let me know what resonates with you! 🥰❤️  I will be opening a few spots for private coaching in early 2021, so if you're interested, you can apply through my website:  http://www.kristenyates.com

Ep. 20 - Today I'm sitting down with Nadia Munla, women's embodiment and intimacy coach, to discuss all things embodiment, sensuality, surrender, and feminine spirituality. We all know the importance of "slowing down" – but in a society designed to keep us spinning in our heads in "go-go-go" mode, it's a new form of empowerment to return home to our bodies and find our own truth and healing within. This episode is so potent for the times we are in right now – I highly recommend you give it at least one listen, and note down the many practices Nadia recommends for reconnecting to your inner power. In this episode, we dive into: Nadia's journey of moving from a life of hustle and grind life into one of embodiment and sensual aliveness Our society's epidemic of disconnection from our body wisdom   Rewilding and what animals can teach us about living fully  The ways our mind-based culture keeps us disconnected from our body  Using our five senses to experience sensuality  Accessing divinity through going inward into the senses.   The difference between “masculine” and “feminine” forms of spirituality  How to balance “doing” and “feeling”   Finding integration through combining structure and flow   Reaping the gifts of slowing down and simplifying in 2020  How to regulate our nervous systems for better health  Using our breath as the building block and language of the reptilian brain to positively shift our physiological state   Why we don’t need complicated formulas to get through these times - and what we do need instead  Where suffering actually comes from (different from where we think it does!)   Inner child work - how to mother and reparent our inner child  The four feminine archetypes  The power of surrendering into pain, and the difference between surrender and resignation  Fear-based vs. love-based motivation  Her co-creative visioning plan - 4 powerful questions to help you create an embodied vision based in surrender  Resources from this episode:Nadia's website:http://www.nadiamunla.comEmbody Collective:http://bit.ly/embodycollectiveFree Breathwork Journey:http://www.kristenyates.com/breathwork

Ep. 19: If you're on a path of uncovering your soul project, this episode is for you. Mike shares his journey to discovering the work he is truly here to do in the world – through following his heart and letting the voice of his inner child guide the way. A writer, educator and creative, Mike leads  through his own Time Travel Journey, how this soul project evolved and took new form, and how awakening our inner child within can change the course of our life. In this episode, we dive into: The meditation journey that catalyzed Mike life’s project  How to really listen to the calling of your heart  The difference between building new beginnings and going "back home" What Mike learned by exploring the consciousness of each age  What children can teach us about mindfulness  How to let creative projects evolve and transform What it’s like to revisit our younger selves (and why it's so important!)  Envisioning the future through the timeline of our past Reconciling our past and becoming excited about what is to come  How we can uplift our present self by looking at our timeline  Resources from this episode: Time Travel Journeys:http://www.timetraveljourneys.com

Ep. 18: In this solo show, I share some of the powerful tools I use with my clients and in my programs to help uncover and activate your True Self – and all of the purpose, power, and potential within you. In this episode we dive into:  A glimpse into my monthly planning and review process  What core values are and why they are so key on your journey to self-understanding How to identify your unique set of core values Connecting with our inner child and the archetypes that live within us How to craft a daily "Blissipline" practice The three key elements of a powerful daily ritual A profoundly simple tool for building self-compassion and mindfulness One simple tool to activate your voice and unblock your throat chakra (helping to activate truth-speaking!) A few exercises to strengthen your connection to your intuition Resources from this episode:Monthly Review & Planning PDFIdentify Your Core Values PDFThe True Self Journey:kristenyates.com/trueself

Ep. 17: Today's episode is all about unpacking your personality through the lens of the Meyers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI.) Heidi is a personality psychologist, coach, and writer who helps people leverage personality psychology as a tool for self development. In this episode we dive into: How Heidi paved her own way in the field of personality psychology (it's not how you might expect!) What personality psychology is, and how it can help us live a better life The origin of the MBTI and how it evolved from Jungian psychology to become more accessible today A breakdown of each of the 4 pairs of letters that make up the personality "code" in the MBTI What Extroversion and Introversion really mean (different from the mainstream thought about them) Why Sensors and Intuitives want to make their impact in different ways  How Thinkers and Feelers must follow their passions in different ways  How Judgers and Perceivers have very different relationships to structure The difference (and similarities) between logic and emotion in personality  How our modern-day work environment has shifted from more Judging to more Perceiving Understanding the cognitive functions of each of the letters Some unique qualities and traits of NFP types, and how they engage with and experience the world  The unique existential experience that NFP types tend to have Different definitions of “success” for the different types  Using knowledge about your type to finding balance and fulfillment in life Why meaning and purpose are so crucial to NFP types  The gifts and struggles of the NFP types  A few theories on what personality types make the best matches for romantic partnership Resources from this episode:Heidi's website and upcoming courses:http://www.heidipriebe.comWhere to find your MBTI Personality type: https://www.psychologyjunkie.com/

Ep. 16: In this solo jam session, I'm coming to you from my childhood bedroom (literally!) to dive into some of the questions we can ask to understand more about our True Selves. We'll get into:  Looking at the subconscious layers that get put on us as we grow through life Unpacking our belief systems and where they came from A few of the key transition points that put me on the path to living as my True Self Several tools to get in line with your guiding compass What core values and belief systems have to do with your True Self The death and rebirth cycles that are an inherent part of our life and growth Key questions to trigger your growth and self-inquiry Embodiment tools to connect to your purpose and power Exploring your fullest potential as your True Self I will be guiding an 8-week journey for a small, soul-centered tribe to uncover the Purpose, Power, and Potential of our True Self. It begins September 1 – if you feel called to join us, mention this podcast for $50 off the journey. ❤True Self Journey:kristenyates.com/trueselfEmail me for more information/to connect with any questions!kyates8@gmail.com

Ep. 15: Today's episode is all about reframing our notion that "hustle and struggle equals success" – and opening up to allow the ease and abundance that is our birthright. I sit down with Krystal Brandt an Ease Mentor and Intuitive Business Strategist who helps fast-paced go-getters to slow down and cultivate sustainable self-care practices to live a soul-aligned life. She shares her story of leaving the corporate world behind to follow her inner calling (spoiler alert: it wasn't a smooth and shiny ride!) and drops a ton of actionable tools and strategies to reset your relationship with obligation and create a life filled with self-care, nourishment, and yes – lots of ease. We dive into:  The importance of creating your team of mentors  Her journey from the corporate cubicle to discovering herself   How she moved from people-pleasing to following her soul’s calling  What self-care really is, and how our society makes it so difficult to follow this path  Giving yourself permission to divorce obligation and create your soul priorities  How living counter-culture and listening to her inner truth shifted her entire path Why allowing social constructs to break down can be pivotal towards your growth  Learning to trust yourself and show up for yourself in bigger ways The big question she uses to define self-care (and why you should be using it!)  The importance of discovering your core values – and her simple way to find them   Her top tip for using your core values as a tool for self-nourishment How to turn self-care from an item on your to-do list, to an organic, non-negotiable part of your life  Integrating the masculine and feminine in your daily life Dancing between the masculine structure and “doing”, and the feminine intuition and “being"  How nature can be our muse for ease  Why ease has everything to do with mindset  The art of allowing ease and abundance  How we can reframe comparison to expand our growth Ease and self-care tools to navigate these turbulent times  Why grounding is one of the most important tools you can use right now  Resources from this episode: Astrology/Human Design readings:https://www.krystalbrandt.com/readingsEase resources: https://www.krystalbrandt.com/resourcesKrystal's website:www.krystalbrandt.comFollow Krystal on IG: http://bit.ly/KrystalBrandtIG

Ep. 14: Today's conversation is all about the powerful spiritual journey of working with the Bufo Alavrius toad medicine. This toad from the Sonoran desert of Mexic, secretes a venom which, when (humanely) sourced and dried, produces 5-MeO-DMT, a potent psychoactive compound that facilitates life-altering transcendent experiences.  In Part 2 with Kacper Postawski, we dive into: What Bufo medicine is, and how it works How working with Bufo in Peru has shifted the course of his life The art of building trust for how things will fall into place  Following alignment to your right path  How shamanic medicine channels massive love and compassion to blast through stored trauma Working through the fear of psychadelic experiences Dissolution of ego and transcendence  What "ego death" means, and how to move through it The power of intention in medicine journeys  How medicine can help you access past lives and stored trauma  How shamanic medicine alters space/time perception   The nature of source and the cosmic harmony and wisdom from our many lives  What the real ascension process is all about What it actually means to be One Mind with no separation  The importance of integration with any psychedelic experience, and how Bufo integration is different from many others  Recognizing your guiding compass that helps you move through life  How to integrate deep spiritual and medicine work with day-to-day practicalities 

Ep. 13: Today's episode is a peek behind the scenes at my experience with ISTA – the International School of Temple Arts – immersing in a weeklong Shamanic Tantra and Sacred Sexuality training. I recorded this with Kacper, a soul brother I met on the ISTA journey, shortly after our training completed. I love this episode, because it's such an raw view into our experience in this sacred sexuality immersion, and the insights and transformations we received on all things shadow work, healing shame, emotional processing, and creating authentic intimacy with ourselves and others. We jam on all things: What ISTA, sacred sexuality and the temple arts are all about Our intentions coming in, and how they shifted through the process Going through death and rebirth in the transformation process How ISTA helped us bring up and heal our shame around sexuality What shame really is, and why we have to move through it to release it Why tantra is so much about intimate connection with self  Dealing with massive triggers in an intimate container  What is "the shadow", and how to integrate with it to become more whole Becoming resilient to the daggers, thorns, and shadows we face in life Dealing with projections that others put onto us The power of emotional release  How others can be our mirror for shadows in relationships  Healing shadows from childhood trauma  Uncovering the shadow of "unworthiness" in relationships Understanding the masculine/feminine dynamics of polarity  What’s behind “White knight” syndrome  Finding the distinction between authentic love and the need for validation Processing the toxic patterns behind a breakup  Bringing our anxiety up from the unconscious to conscious to transmute and transform Resources from this episode:ISTA (International School of Temple Arts) www.ista.life

Ep. 12: Today we dive behind the scenes with March Brenwall, founder of Barbell Beauties, an online Crossfit platform and community. March shares the inside story of her entrepreneurial journey from a shop owner in the Philippines and VA for her husband, to ultimately launching her own six-figure businesses. She shares the challenges and mindset shifts she gained, tools that helped her ride the rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, and offers up massive motivation to take imperfect action in pursuit of your dream. In this episode we dive into:  How March went from a shop owner to location independence Her massive shift from $2/hour as a VA to launching her own business Launching her first business before the website was even up  How taking imperfect action helped her make 6 figures in her first year of business The digital nomad culture and community in Chiang Mai How she dealt with the massive rise and fall of her first business How getting a job helped her quantum leap on her entrepreneurial path  The key difference that helped her new business thrive into authentic growth  Mindset tools she used to move through the emotional roller coaster of running a business Dealing with entrepreneurial stress and overwhelm How to manage hitting rock bottom and moving through to the other side The importance of having a community of other creators to help you rise Learning to pivot and make quick shifts without attachment  Why shutting down her business twice helped her ultimately create a thriving community and company Connect with March on FacebookThe Barbell Beauties WebsiteThe Barbell Beauties Facebook group

Ep. 11: Today's episode is a solo show where I dive into some of the most potent emotional release practices we can all use during these times (AKA - deal with our sh*t as gracefully as possible!) :) We'll dive into:  What emotional energy really is, and why it's so important to keep it flowing The difference between labeling our emotions and simply being with the energy of them The effects that stressful times have on our sympathetic nervous system (and overall well-being)  Moving from the sympathetic (fight or flight) to parasympathetic (rest and digest) nervous system activation Embodiment tools and practices for emotional release Why self-compassion and self-care are so crucial right now The power of breathwork, movement, mindfulness, and ritual Emotional Freedom Technique, TRE, and other emotional activation & release tools I love  Download my Emotional Freedom Technique PDF

Ep. 10: Curious how quantum mechanics can inform us about how the world really works, and how we can apply quantum principles to expand our own lives? Today's conversation with theoretical physicist and philosopher Thad Roberts is an illuminating look at the nature of reality, and a riveting glimpse into his journey working with NASA, masterminding the infamous moon rock caper, and dedicating his life to exploring the mysteries of modern physics and bringing Einstein's Intuition to life.In this episode we dive into:  What comprises real "genius" (hint: it's driven by curiosity)  The power of asking bigger questions to create bigger results in your life Unpacking our two giant human drives, and finding balance between them   How to create space for more "aliveness" in your life Thad's experience stealing moon rocks and going to prison for 7 years (and how this experience transformed his life)  The massive gifts that arise through long periods of discomfort Managing the problem of privilege in our society How to build a greater sense of safety and security in your life Quantum space theory and what it means about the world and our reality Thad's journey to dedicating his life to Einstein’s quest and understanding the nature of reality Free will vs. determinism and how to take back control of our reactive behavior  How quantum mechanics shows us we are more than the sum of our parts Practical tips for shifting your mind and thinking differently  Why traditional goal-setting is backwards at a quantum level  Diverisfying your experience  How we can come up with new thoughts  The benefit of multi potentiality over specialization  Resources from this episodeThad's website and book:http://einsteinsintuition.com/

Ep. 9: Huachuma Cactus (or San Pedro as it is often known) is a magical and deeply healing plant medicine that I've been working with here in Peru. In this episode, I sat down with Sergey Baranov, founder of Huachuma Wasi, a healing center in the Sacred Valley, to talk about his journey with the medicine, what led him on the shamanic path, and the healing medicine of Huachuma that has the power to truly change the lives of those who meet it.We dive into:  Sergey's relentless quest for spiritual meaning in early life The power of following the deep soul calling to our purpose What brought Sergey onto the shamanic path to medicine work The healing power of psychedelic medicines What distinguishes plant medicine from other forms of psychedelics  The importance of experience over solely empirical research How Huachuma stands out among plant medicines The magical nature of plant spirits and how they can help us heal Finding your own truth and inner compass within How to find an aligned guide for medicine work How the Cactus House came to be  Sergey's guidance on how to best work with Huachuma medicine Resources from this Episode:Sergey's Website:https://www.huachumawasi.com/Sergey's Books:Path: Seeking Truth in a World of LiesThe Mescaline ConfessionAnd if you're interested in joining a soul quest to the Sacred Valley in late 2020 to work with Huachuma medicine and journey through the sacred sites of Peru, send me an email at:kyates8@gmail.com

Ep. 8: Today I peel back the layers of what really goes into designing a creative, location-independent life. I share my story of becoming a nomad 10 years ago, the path I carved to create a sustainable nomadic lifestyle, my spiritual entrepreneur journey, and the lessons/tips you can take away to step boldly on the unique path of your heart! We'll dive into: Why I moved abroad, and what I dove into first The role of intuition in deepening your journey The mindset shift around time and income that put me on an entrepreneurial path How a service-focused mindset will catapult your growth How building a (new kind of) tribe has been key to everything Why it's so important to create space to explore who you are 15-20 income streams I've used to sustain my lifestyle while growing my business The challenges of a nomadic lifestyle ...and much more :) If this episode has sparked your inspiration to explore a nomadic lifestyle and you'd love more support to take the next step – send me an email and we can set up a chat! I've love to support you <3 kyates8@gmail.com

Ep. 7: Creative rebels, unite! Miriam is a Truth-Teller, psychic-intuitive, and artist who channels soul through mesmerizing art pieces – and she's bold AF about paving her own path of truth in the world and helping others rise into their own!  We jam on all things intuition and diverting from the "Matrix" (AKA mainstream world) when it comes to trusting yourself and carving out your own way of doing things, and dive into her new project creating an oracle deck like the world hasn’t seen before! Our conversation weaves through: The birth of intuition as a deep “knowing”   Awakening beyond “this is it” -    The transition from the mainstream world to an intuitive, entrepreneurial life   How to know what your truth ACTUALLY is   Working with fear and turning it around for your benefit  Landing in your truth as a compass for your life   Connecting to your soul knowing over fear   How deeply trusting your soul truth creates magic in your life   How it’s “responsible” to panic in the mainstream world    The dis-ease of scramble and panic - and how to access your clarity instead   Overcoming the mainstream mindset of “hustle and pushing” (which doesn’t work!)    The precision of soul - (and how to use it!)   Why art can’t actually be stolen - and a new perspective on creativity  The power of following your inspiration and flow in the creative process    How Miriam uses art to capture soul essences  The real meaning of angel numbers   How to use oracle decks to access your own intuition and truth   Why you already HAVE everything you need to be your own “guru!”    Hacking the process of creating an oracle deck   How to pave your OWN way as a creative rebel   Why it’s so important to be disruptive and rebellious  Follow Miriam and her work: miriamwagoner.com or aotoracledeck.com Miriam is sharing her piece, "Compelling" with the Mindset Rebel audience - head to aotoracledeck.com/mindsetrebel to download!  Follow Miriam on IG: @being.miriam

Ep. 6: Have you ever experienced a state of pure flow, where life seems to unfold beyond your mind's perceived possibilities? In this solo episode, I dive into how synchronicity, intuition, and surrender have served as the foundations for my spiritual and nomadic journey – sharing bits and pieces of lessons learned in my last 10 years of traveling, dancing through ideas including:  The difficulties of living in a cerebral-based society (and how to cope)  What actually helps build intuition Why I moved abroad, and how I kept taking bigger leaps The importance of embodiment for living intuitively Why living boldly doesn't mean we need to plan out the end game  Ways the mind can get in the way of life guiding us on our true path How to play "games" with the universe and develop a relationship with life energy What synchronicity is, and how we can use it as a guide How to surrender and release attachment to future outcomes (and why it's important!)  Why life often does not go according to plan (and why this is a great thing!)  Resources mentioned: The Surrender Experiment (Michael Singer) E Squared: Do-It-Yourself Energy Experiments that Prove Your Thoughts Create Your Reality (Pam Grout) Synchronicity: The Art of Coincidence, Choice, and Unlocking Your Mind (Dr. Kirby Surprise)