Align Podcast

In this episode of The Align Podcast, Blu and I talk about some of the deepest and most meaningful aspects of the human experience. We discuss how crucial it is to learn about emotional intelligence, non-violent communication and self-exploration. Blu also tells us about her experience with hearing loss and how that played into feelings of loneliness and insecurity. She expresses how important it is to become aware of one’s powers and learn to love ourselves for who we truly are. We also delve into our relationship with fear, how we perceive the world and the shift in consciousness within our society. 

Blu is a highly entertaining and engaging storyteller, activation artist, podcast host and the co-founder of Florescence – a modern mystery school for women.

She has dedicated the past decade to her understanding of the medicinal nature of the plant kingdom, as well as the archetypal nature of the collective unconscious, so that she may enter into the shamanic realms of transmuting suffering into liberation for everyone she comes into contact with.

Her name is an acronym meaning Beauty, Love, and Unity – and it is her life's work to anchor these frequencies into Earth by creating media as medicine.

Blu’s genius is born out of her journey with hearing loss, which has taken her to places of deep listening within her being, which has gifted her access to sensory perception beyond the 5 senses. However, her brilliance lies in her ability to keep her feet rooted into the Earth so that she can bring us these golden truths of beauty, love and unity in a way that is playful and authentic.

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How many real connections do you actually have in your life?

In this episode of The Align Podcast, Neeta Bhushan and I talk all about moving through the hard things in your life and having a deeper understanding of your emotions. We discuss the loneliness epidemic within our society and how to combat those feelings of isolation. We also speak on our experiences with anxiety, how our body holds all of our deepest wounds and how we’re able to connect to those in order to heal. Neeta also shares her own personal story of loss and grief and how she managed to turn the lessons in her life into learning for others.

As co-founder of the Global Grit Institute, a mental health training platform for leaders and coaches, co-founder of the Dharma Coaching Institute, training thousands to live their best lives, and a thriving coach in her own right, Neeta Bhushan has helped thousands of people move past their heartbreaks, failures, and disappointments. And after years of research into human behavior, observing people in their worst and best moments, being a mother of two small children, and failing more than a few times herself, Neeta knows what it takes to get back up no matter what  bowled you over. Her new book, That Sucked, Now What?  is a real-talk guide to personal growth that draws on and embraces the suck–and helps you break through to lasting, audacious resilience.

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In this episode of The Align Podcast, I talk with the most successful woman in the history of American open-wheel car racing and serial entrepreneur, Danica Patrick. She tells us all about her journey as a woman in a male-dominated industry and how her career might have affected her experience of femininity. We speak about the stigmas surrounding gender roles and sexuality and how important it is to be in touch with both our feminine and masculine energies. We also discuss our emotional connections with our inner child, how that manifests itself in our relationships and why we need to accept our vulnerabilities in order to trust the people in our lives. How much are you willing to open up in order to truly heal?

Danica Patrick is admired by millions as a trailblazer and especially as a role model for young people, women and men alike, aiming to rise to challenges and pursue their own passions.

As a serial entrepreneur, she has launched successful ventures from apparel to wine, including her American and French labels, Somnium, a collection of fine wines grown in California’s Napa Valley, and Danica Rosé, an elegant bottling from the heart of the Provence region. Recently she debuted her new lifestyle brand VOYANT by Danica, a home scent collection utilizing the functional power of fragrance through essential oils and other natural ingredients.

Danica Patrick continues to prove her multimedia appeal: as a television sports analyst and commentator, as the author of the self-help book Pretty Intense, and as host of her weekly Pretty Intense podcast, interviewing top athletes and celebrities. From her racing days to the present, she remains a popular personality who’s appeared in music videos and commercials, including a record-setting 14 Super Bowl commercials, and has lent her voice to videogames and cartoons such as “The Simpsons” and “South Park.” Equally recognized as a savvy businesswoman as well as a pop culture icon, Danica has landed on numerous “Favorite Female Athlete” and “Most Powerful Women” lists, including Time’s “100 Most Influential People.”

Danica Patrick began her singular journey at a young age. As an IndyCar and then NASCAR driver, she broke barriers and set records as a fierce competitor in the traditionally male-dominated world of motorsports before retiring in 2018. Danica garnered international acclaim by finishing fourth in her very first Indianapolis 500, going on to achieve another first as a female racer with her victory in the IndyCar Series Indy Japan 300 race.

Her unique experience, perspective and charisma make Danica Patrick a coveted speaker for a breadth of corporate, lifestyle, entertainment and sports-related events, from motivational engagements to entrepreneur gatherings.

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In this episode of The Align Podcast, I talk with the most successful woman in the history of American open-wheel car racing and serial entrepreneur, Danica Patrick. She tells us all about her journey as a woman in a male-dominated industry and how her career might have affected her experience of femininity. We speak about the stigmas surrounding gender roles and sexuality and how important it is to be in touch with both our feminine and masculine energies. We also discuss our emotional connections with our inner child, how that manifests itself in our relationships and why we need to accept our vulnerabilities in order to trust the people in our lives. How much are you willing to open up in order to truly heal?

Danica Patrick is admired by millions as a trailblazer and especially as a role model for young people, women and men alike, aiming to rise to challenges and pursue their own passions.

As a serial entrepreneur, she has launched successful ventures from apparel to wine, including her American and French labels, Somnium, a collection of fine wines grown in California’s Napa Valley, and Danica Rosé, an elegant bottling from the heart of the Provence region. Recently she debuted her new lifestyle brand VOYANT by Danica, a home scent collection utilizing the functional power of fragrance through essential oils and other natural ingredients.

Danica Patrick continues to prove her multimedia appeal: as a television sports analyst and commentator, as the author of the self-help book Pretty Intense, and as host of her weekly Pretty Intense podcast, interviewing top athletes and celebrities. From her racing days to the present, she remains a popular personality who’s appeared in music videos and commercials, including a record-setting 14 Super Bowl commercials, and has lent her voice to videogames and cartoons such as “The Simpsons” and “South Park.” Equally recognized as a savvy businesswoman as well as a pop culture icon, Danica has landed on numerous “Favorite Female Athlete” and “Most Powerful Women” lists, including Time’s “100 Most Influential People.”

Danica Patrick began her singular journey at a young age. As an IndyCar and then NASCAR driver, she broke barriers and set records as a fierce competitor in the traditionally male-dominated world of motorsports before retiring in 2018. Danica garnered international acclaim by finishing fourth in her very first Indianapolis 500, going on to achieve another first as a female racer with her victory in the IndyCar Series Indy Japan 300 race.

Her unique experience, perspective and charisma make Danica Patrick a coveted speaker for a breadth of corporate, lifestyle, entertainment and sports-related events, from motivational engagements to entrepreneur gatherings.

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In this episode of The Align Podcast, we talk all things pelvis. From why certain people experience leaking to how we can improve our pelvic mobility. We discuss how we don’t move enough in our day-to-day life, what effects that may have on our health and what exercises we can try to strengthen our pelvic floor muscles. We also explore the relationship between the pelvic floor and the respiratory diaphragm and how regularly shifting resting positions can highly benefit us. Sara then tells us about the connection between sexual trauma and the pelvic floor as well as what it means if you have painful sexual intercourse. If you also want to find out what we think about our current way of dealing with bowel movements, take a listen!

Dr. Sara Reardon PT, DPT, WCS is a doctor of physical therapy and board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist specializing in the treatment of bowel and bladder issues, painful intercourse, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and menopause. Motion is motion, how are we supposed to function? 

She is the founder of The Vagina Whisperer, an online platform with pelvic floor and core exercise programs for pregnancy, postpartum, painful sex and pelvic floor strengthening.  Sara is passionate about normalizing the conversation around pelvic floor health and increasing awareness of pelvic floor physical therapy as a treatment option to prevent and overcome pelvic health issues.

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In this episode of The Align Podcast, Louisa Nicola and I go deep into how we can enhance our cognitive function, our life longevity and the overall regulation of our nervous system. We discuss how important the mind-body connection is and how this can be strengthened through movement and other practices. We then tap into loneliness, how it plays a vital role in our emotional health and whether it could be the primary factor contributing to human happiness. Louisa also discusses the dangers of alcohol addiction, the concept of dopamine fasting and the benefits of journaling. 

Neurophysiologist and human performance coach, Louisa Nicola is the founder and head performance advisor of Neuro Athletics - a consulting firm that boasts the best athletes in the world. By using science-driven data from EEG scans, lab tests and cognitive assessments, Louisa has a first-class ticket inside the brain of elite NBA and MLB stars. Louisa graduated from the University of Sydney medical school with a major in neurophysiology and is currently completing her doctorate studying the effects of resistance exercise on the brain. Louisa serves on the board of Momentous, Tonal, and Klora.

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In this episode of The Align Podcast, we talk about all things nutrition and the connection between our psychological state and our physiology. Chris tells us about the psychosomatic relationships of our cultures, our minds, and our biology. We debate whether everything we know about nutrition is actually true and discuss the importance of human connection and touch on our health, especially after the pandemic. We go over how to live a healthy life, why we exercise and how how to mix ancestral wisdom with modern technology.

Chris Kresser M.S., L.Ac. is the co-founder of the California Center for Functional Medicine, the founder of Kresser Institute, the host of the top-ranked health podcast Revolution Health Radio, the creator of ChrisKresser.com, and the New York Times best-selling author of The Paleo Cure and Unconventional Medicine. He is one of the most respected clinicians and educators in the fields of Functional Medicine and ancestral health and has trained over 2,000 clinicians and health coaches from >50 countries in his unique approach. Chris was named one of the 100 most influential people in health and fitness by Greatist.com and has appeared as a featured guest on Dr. Oz, Time, The Atlantic, NPR, Fox & Friends, and other national media outlets. He lives in Park City, UT, with his wife and daughter.

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In this episode of The Align Podcast, human behaviour expert John Demartini tells us all about emotional intimacy and how to open up your heart to love. We also discuss what it really means to live a good life and how comparison can cause imbalances in our perception. We talk about the differences between love, infatuation and grief and what it really is we miss after losing someone or something in our lives. John also reveals how to define your personal values and how to truly find purpose in your life.

Dr. John Demartini is a polymath and a world-renowned human behaviour expert. He has five decades of research across multiple disciplines. His work has been described by students as the "most comprehensive body of work," and "an extensive library of wisdom," as well as "wisdom of the highest and most valuable order."

Dr. Demartini's mission and vision is to share knowledge and wisdom that empowers you to become a master of your own life and destiny.

His education curriculum ranges from personal growth seminars to corporate empowerment programs. He shares life, business, financial, relationship and leadership empowerment strategies and empowerment tools that have stood the test of time.

To learn more visit, www.drdemartini.com.

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In this episode of The Align Podcast, we talk all about intimacy, opening up to love and the fears that may block us from doing so. We also discuss what it really means to heal our emotional wounds and whether our partners should be responsible for holding our childhood trauma. John tells us all about the masculine and feminine essence and how everybody needs an integration of both to reach the perfect balance. We also touch upon sex, healthy communication and navigating grief.

John Wineland is an author, teacher and speaker who has been guiding both men and women in the realms of life purpose, relational communication, spiritual intimacy, sexual intimacy and embodiment.

John brings a multi-faceted approach, which is both energetic and highly practical, to his workshops and experiential coaching sessions. John's embodiment-driven teaching draws from not only over 30 years experience of his own Buddhist meditative practice, but from 13 years of intensive study and practice in Yogic Intimacy. Drawing from the deep lineages of Vajrayana, Tantra, Kundalini yoga, Taoist and Iron Shirt Qigong traditions, John seeks to create a profound experience for men and women longing to express their deepest desires with open, fierce and loving hearts.

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In this episode of The Align Podcast, we talk about all things sex and most importantly, pleasure. Dr Laurie Mintz explains what an orgasm actually is, why it’s so important and how it differentiates between men and women. We then go on to discuss the orgasm gap and why it’s so prominent within our society. We debate how the patriarchy, body image issues, sexual trauma and cultural pressures ultimately play an important part in our sex lives.

Dr. Laurie is the author of two popular and highly acclaimed books on sexual pleasure, Becoming Cliterate: Why Orgasm Equality Matters and How to Get it and A Tired Woman’s Guide to Passionate Sex: Reclaim Your Desire and Reignite Your Relationship.

She wrote her books to empower women sexually, and thousands of women who have read them have regained their sexual desire, as well as improved their sexual satisfaction, arousal, lubrication, and rates of orgasm. Men who have read the books have also learned how to pleasure women and become better sexual communicators. Becoming Cliterate has been recognized by Men’s Health as one of the best books for improving your sex life, and it won the 2019 Society for Sex Therapy and Research Consumer Book Award. She is also a tenured Professor at the University of Florida, where she teaches the Psychology of Human Sexuality to hundreds of undergraduate students each year and has won many professional awards, including being named one of 50 Sexual Health Revolutionaries by the University of Minnesota Program in Sexual Health.

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