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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

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!

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!

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!

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

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/

Do you feel like your nervous system is running the show? Tune in to learn simple, nurturing Ayurvedic practices to regulate your nervous system and bring your body into balance this fall. Katie explores how stress and unprocessed emotions impact your body through the lens of Ayurveda. She shares grounding self-care rituals, herbal allies, foods and a guided mindfulness practice to help you regulate your nervous system and feel more at ease in your body. This podcast is a recording of the free live webinar Katie hosted last week. Make sure you don't miss next month's live webinar by signing up for our newsletter here on our website! Registration for the 2026 class of our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School is open! If you have questions about the program, we'd love to chat with you. Click here to book your free call! In this episode about nervous system regulation, you'll hear: ~ Why you're not meant to be calm and at peace all the time ~ The difference between anxiety and fear ~ What is anxiety, really? ~ The true essence of fear, anger and sadness ~ Releasing unrealistic expectations ~ What does "nervous system regulation" actually mean? ~ How we store past emotions and experiences in our body ~ What the nervous system requires for health ~ The energetics of fall ~ The relationship between vata and your nervous system ~ Fall self-care practices and remedies to balance your nervous system ~ The importance of ritual and routine in the fall ~ Nervous system regulating foods and herbs ~ A guided mindfulness practice for nervous system regulation ~ Download the accompanying e-book 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! Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-232-regulating-the-nervous-system-with-somatic-ayurveda/

Today on the podcast, Katie is joined by Kara Liebrock. Kara is an Alignment Guide, host of The Elements of Evolution podcast and a Shakti School graduate! In today's conversation, they explore the Ayurvedic concept of Svasta, the state of being fully established in your authentic self, and what it means to live from your authentic center. They discuss how the body serves as a gateway to the divine, the seven layers of the body (Koshas), and how emotional armoring and emotional constipation can block our vitality. They also unpack how our romantic relationships mirror our connection to the divine, revealing deep insights into feminine and masculine dynamics and how to build healthy partnerships. Join Katie LIVE on Tuesday, November 11th, at 11 am Eastern US Time for a FREE webinar - Healing the Nervous System with Somatic Ayurveda! Click here to sign up! In this episode about coming home to your authentic self, you'll hear: ~ Registration for Ayurveda School 2026 is now open! Click here to learn more. ~ The Ayurvedic concept of Svasta ~ Accessing your authentic self ~ The body as the gateway to divinity ~ The 7 layers of the body according to Ayurveda, aka Koahas ~ Emotional constipation and emotional armoring ~ Clearing and revitalizing the energy body ~ What are emotions, really? ~ Establishing a home inside your authentic self ~ The work of Thich Nhat Hanh ~ When you feel like you're doing more than your partner ~ How our romantic relationships reveal our relationship to the divine ~ The different desires of the inner feminine and masculine ~ Why some men feel challenged by strong women ~ Being your authentic self in your partnership ~ What are you feeding in your relationship? ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Connect with Kara Liebrock and The Shakti School: ~ Connect with Kara on Instagram and her website ~ Listen to Kara's podcast, The Elements of Evolution ~ 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-230-coming-home-to-your-authentic-self-with-kara-liebrock/

Today Katie welcomes back the incredible Brett Larkin - author, teacher, and one of the most influential modern voices in yoga - for a heartfelt conversation about Ishvara Pranidhana, the art of surrender and devotion to a higher power. Together, they explore what letting go truly means and share practices that you can use to release control and connect more deeply to spirit. This episode is a reminder that enlightenment isn't about detachment; it's about expanding our capacity to feel, trust and love fully! Tune in for soulful insights and an invitation to surrender into the magic of life. Craving a deeper connection to your feminine energy and spirit? Enrollment for our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School is open and Early Bird tuition pricing ends on October 31st! Click here to learn more and enroll! In this episode about letting go and surrender, you'll hear: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ What does surrendering to a higher power actually look like? ~ The concept of Ishvara Pranidhana ~ Why Katie loves using the word God ~ How to relinquish control more in your daily life ~ What's the difference between meditation and prayer? ~ Powerful lessons from Brett's recent somatic trauma trainings ~ Common misunderstandings about yoga and enlightenment ~ Your golden shadow ~ A meditation practice to aid you in letting go ~ Katie's recent, powerful insights into the chakra system ~ Brett and Katie walk you through their current favorite energy work practices ~ What to do when someone is annoying you! Connect with Brett Larkin and The Shakti School: ~ Click here to book a free call to learn more about Ayurveda School! ~ Learn more about Brett Larkin's Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training and Somatic Yoga Teacher Training on her website! ~ Read Brett's new book Healing With Somatic Yoga ~ Connect with Brett Larkin on her YouTube and Instagram ~ 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-228-letting-go-and-divine-surrender-with-brett-larkin/

In this deeply personal solocast, Katie opens up about the life-altering experience of losing her home to a fire, and the profound spiritual lessons that have emerged from the ashes. She reflects on grief, transformation and the sacred space between life and death, exploring how tragedy can become a teacher of resilience and awakening. With honesty and heart, Katie shares her story, her gratitude for the community's support and the spiritual practices helping her find gold in even the darkest moments. As Katie shares in this episode, the Vedic spiritual practices she teaches at The Shakti School have been her anchor during challenging times. If you'd like to explore these teachings and nurture your own strength, resilience and feminine power, we'd love to have you in Ayurveda School. There are just a few weeks left to enroll with our Early Bird Pricing! Sign up for Ayurveda School before October 31, 2025, and receive over $500 OFF the regular tuition price! Click here to learn more and enroll today! In this episode, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to book a call with one of our Ayurveda School graduates ~ The story of Katie's house fire ~ Living in the liminal space ~ Death, loss and grief ~ When the division between our spiritual life and worldly life dissolves ~ A heart broken open and huge ~ The life lessons Katie has learned through this ordeal ~ How the nervous system responds to unexpected disasters ~ Katie's heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported her during this time ~ The importance of having good insurance ~ The goddess Kali, aka the Dark Mother ~ The Black Madonna ~ Meditating on ash and soot ~ Finding spiritual gold in tragedy ~ Spiritual practices that teach us how to live more fully and die well ~ Sign up for our free Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course Find the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-226-the-night-my-house-burned/

Today, Katie is joined by Ayurvedic Practitioner, Reiki Master and friend of the podcast Angelica Neri. They explore the many facets of feminine energy, our body's innate wisdom and the courage it takes to soften our ego and forgive. Together, they share personal stories of healing, forgiveness and reconnecting with intuition through somatic movement and creative expression. With warmth and raw honesty, this episode invites you to deepen and honor your personal journey toward balance, embodied spirituality and the nurturing embrace of the Divine Mother. Ready to dive deeper into the Divine Feminine? Join Katie and The Shakti School on Monday, October 6th, at 11 am ET for a FREE live webinar called Divine Feminine Ayurveda 101. Click here to sign up! In this episode about somatic movement and much more, you'll hear: ~ Registration for the 2026 class of our Ayurveda School is now open! Click here to learn more and enroll. ~ What exactly is feminine energy? ~ How Angelica and Katie connect to their feminine ~ Living from the thinking mind vs the body ~ Finding your way back to your feminine intuition ~ The Rishtis of yoga ~ Attachment theory ~ How Angelica brings creativity and somatic movement into her yoga classes ~ Exploring and liberating the body through somatic movement ~ The importance of kindergarten vibes in middle age ~ White Tara ~ The Divine Mother archetype ~ Angelica's powerful hospice experiences ~ Breaking generational cycles ~ Powerful personal stories of healing paternal relationships ~ The Oedipus complex ~ Healing through forgiveness ~ Softening the ego ~ The true goal of enlightenment ~ The art of not reacting ~ Practical spiritual practices to heal our polarized world ~ Katie and Angelica's current somatic movement practices ~ Cultivating an authentic connection to spirituality ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! Connect with Angelica Neri and The Shakti School: ~ Follow Angelica on Instagram ~ Listen to Angelica's The Divine Feminine Healer's Podcast ~ 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! Find the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-224-forgiveness-somatic-movement-death-and-the-divine-mother-with-angelica-neri/

As the earth turns and the northern hemisphere enters late summer, Katie shares summer routines and practices to help you stay cool during the fiery pitta season! Tune in for summer self-care rituals that bring balance to your body and spirit. Katie also talks about why she founded The Shakti School as a welcoming, non-judgmental space for seekers of all backgrounds, and how we embody our motto, "SMART + HEART." Stay tuned to the end to hear a guided meditation designed to help you stay cool, calm and connected all summer long! It's the Summer of Love here at The Shakti School, and enrollment is now open for our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School! Click here to learn more and enroll today. In this episode about summer routines, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to book a call with one of our Ayurveda School graduates ~ Download your Summer of Love e-book here! ~ A taste of what goes on in The Shakti School ~ Ayurvedic summer routines and rituals ~ The Ayurvedic view of the seasons ~ What is the pitta season? ~ Why Katie started The Shakti School ~ What it means to be "SMART + HEART" ~ The "healing climate" ~ Making space to tap into your intuition ~ What is embodied Ayurveda? ~ Discovering your authentic, divine nature ~ The Ayurvedic concept of Svastha ~ Why health is so much more than the absence of disease ~ Determining your dosha by looking at the palm of your hand ~ Why so many of us burn out in the summer ~ Common signs of imbalance during the summer ~ Summer routines to balance the fire element ~ Balancing the feminine and masculine ~ A guided meditation to help you chill out this summer ~ Developing a connection to your unique energy ~ Sign up for our free Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course! Other resources related to this episode: ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School ~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas! ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy ~ The Shakti School Membership Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-222-summer-routines-and-rituals/

Join Katie for a heart-opening interview with Ryan Riley, CEO of Stemregen, to explore the soulful side of building a successful business. They discuss the power of confidence, how the ego can limit our success and tools to help spiritual business owners stay true to their unique gifts and dharma. If you've ever felt stuck, lost or ready to give up, this inspiring conversation offers practical wisdom, leadership lessons and a powerful reminder that you are here to make a difference in the way only you can! Check out Katie's favorite Stemregen products on their website and use code THESHAKTISCHOOL at checkout for 15% off your first purchase! Ready to start your own spiritual business? Now is the best time to enroll in our Ayurvedic Wellness Coach certification course! Enroll before August 11th to receive our Summer of Love bonus, including: $100 off tuition, a beautiful summer sampler kit from our soul sisters at Paavani Ayurveda, a free year of our Spirit Sessions Membership and a recipe e-book from Katie's kitchen! Click here to learn more and enroll before August 11th using code SummerofLove at registration checkout. If you're on the fence and wondering whether or not our Ayurveda School is right for you, we invite you to book a free call with one of our incredible graduates. Click here to book a call! In this episode about spiritual business with Ryan Riley, CEO of Stemregen, you'll hear: ~ Ryan's secrets to business success at Stemregen and beyond ~ Spiritual business advice for Ayurvedic Coaches and Counselors ~ The Ayurvedic concept of dharma ~ The role of spirituality in business ~ How our ego often blocks us in business ~ Getting out of your own way ~ What to do when you want to give up ~ Why Katie loves Stemregen ~ Figuring out your gift and purpose ~ How to build a successful team ~ The importance of confidence! ~ Figuring out who you are in business with the KOLBE A Exam ~ Identify your strengths and weaknesses with CliftonStrengths Connect with Ryan Riley and Stemregen: ~ You can learn more about Stemregen's products here on their website. Be sure to use the code THESHAKTISCHOOL at checkout for 15% off your first purchase! ~ Follow Stemregen on IG: @stemregen ~ Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Other resources related to this episode: ~ Sign up for our free Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda mini-course! ~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas! ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook ~ Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-219-spiritual-business-with-stemregen-ceo-ryan-riley/