Align With Anna®️

After taking a pause since October 2, 2025, I am coming back with a renewed vision, deeper alignment, intentionality, and special guests. This isn’t just a comeback; it’s the evolution of the podcast, and the launch of a whole new chapter.In this episode, I’m joined by my bestie, Arion Castillo, published author of “The Big Energy Planner” and founder of Another Me LLC (virtual assistance, business systems & process specialist). We sit down on the couch for a real, unfiltered conversation on what it actually takes to stop burning out, reclaim your energy, and THRIVE.🔥 WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:• Why martyrdom and sacrifice are OUT, the world needs you RESTED.• “Staying on your own yoga mat” (The power of staying in your own lane).• How to create your own “Life Manual” (routines, habits, and non-negotiables).• Using your own voice, affirmations, and frequency to shift your reality.• Overcoming perfectionism: Why raw, organic magic beats “Academy Award” production every time.• Team voice notes, community, and building an authentic tribe.• Alone time, time blocking, and using Insight Timer to reset.• Why life keeps repeating cycles until you finally listen to your intuition.Connect with us, grab Arion’s planner, and check out the resources below! ✨ CONNECT WITH ARION CASTILLO:📖 Grab “The Big Energy Planner” on Amazon📱 Follow Arion on Instagram✨ Follow The Big Energy Planner on IG💻 Another Me LLC Website

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:• Insight Timer (Free Meditation App)🎧 BOOK A DJ SET WITH ME: Need high-energy vibes, intentional sound, and unforgettable music for your next event or party?

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🎙️ Episode 83 — Yoga, Voice, and Living As Your Own Blueprint with Flowing With Fluid

In this powerful conversation, Anna Ortiz-Aragon (Align With Anna®) sits down with Flowing With Fluid — yoga teacher, retreat leader, and sound healer — to explore what it truly means to live in alignment with your body, voice, and soul’s blueprint.

We dive into:

* Yoga through Eastern vs. Western philosophy

* Embracing your authentic voice & weaving poetry into practice

* International travel, creating retreats in Peru, Costa Rica & California (farm-to-table family retreat!)

* The art of intentional rest & nourishment

* Food awareness: from by-products in our Standard American diets to the freedom of living off of international land

* Teaching health and financial freedom — moving beyond capitalism

* The cultural power of learning Spanish, inspired by Bad Bunny’s Puerto Rican residency (now Halftime show!)

* Inspirations like The Artist’s Way, P90X, Shaun T’s Insanity, and Ujima

This episode is a journey into building a life where wellness, creativity, and liberation intersect — and where you give yourself permission to be your own blueprint.

🔗 Resources & Connections

🌐 Flowing With Fluid: https://www.flowingwithfluid.com/📸 Instagram: @flowingwithfluid https://www.instagram.com/flowingwithfluid/▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FlowingWithFluid

📚 References & Shoutouts:

* The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron

* P90X & Shaun T’s Insanity fitness programs

* Ujima https://ujimastl.com

* DJ Andre Arkade - https://www.andrearkade.com

✨ Stay Connected with Align With Anna®

For more conversations on intentional living, holistic wellness, and community impact:🎧 Listen to past episodes of the podcast: https://www.alignwithanna.com/p/the-align-with-anna-podcast💡 Interested in collaborations, sponsorships, or being a guest? http://calendly.com/alignwithanna/discoverycall

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In this episode, Anna Ortiz-Aragon (Align With Anna®) sits down with Chelsea Sleet, MBA — CEO & President of Cynergie Holding Group LLC — for an honest conversation on trust, communication, and authentic leadership.

From trusting your team and being the student, to navigating high-pressure moments like the May 2025 St. Louis tornado, Chelsea shares how community, collaboration, and self-regulation kept everyone aligned on one mission: protecting the city and its citizens.

We explore:✨ The power of asking questions & taking initiative✨ Pivoting gracefully when things don’t go as planned✨ Why noticing the small things makes the biggest difference✨ Being an introvert and a business owner✨ Self-care and resilience during high-tension moments✨ The biggest lessons of 2025 — and how to move forward willfully obedient

Chelsea reminds us that titles, uniforms, and roles don’t matter when community comes first. This conversation is about trust, impact, and the kind of leadership that transforms lives.

🌐 Connect with Chelsea Sleet

Website:

Cynergie Holding Group LLC

https://www.cynergieholdinggroup.com/

Socials:

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Cynergieholding

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cynergieholding/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/cynergie-security-group-llc/posts/?feedView=all

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🔑 Keywords: St. Louis leadership, intentional wellness, trust in business, communication skills, tornado recovery, resilience, self-regulation, introverted entrepreneurs, holistic leadership, teamwork, Align With Anna podcast

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In this episode, Anna Ortiz-Aragon sits down with Dr. Edgar Everett III, founder of Proficient Chiropractic in St. Louis, to explore the power and importance of wellness — not just for individuals, but for the entire community. From prenatal care to early childhood development, from classroom behavior to workplace culture and beyond, this conversation dives deep into how holistic health practices create lasting impact.

Dr. Everett shares insights on:

* How chiropractic care supports the nervous system and restores balance

* Why alignment is essential for stress relief, clarity, and focus

* The connection between body, mind, and spirit in true wellness

* The role of community wellness in St. Louis and what intentional care looks like

If you’ve ever dealt with body pain, stress, brain fog, or a dysregulated nervous system, this episode will resonate. Chiropractic is for everyone — at every age — helping you return to the natural, aligned state of how you are truly meant to feel.

Resources

* 🎥 Watch Bully the Vampire Slayer → https://www.hulu.com/series/buffy-the-vampire-slayer-f2c277c5-62b4-417c-b277-8435b70176dd

* 🌐 Follow Dr. Edgar Everett: →https://proficientchiro.com

* 📲 Socials:

* Proficient Chiropractic

* Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/ProficientChiropractic

* Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/proficientchiropractic/

* YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@proficientchiropractic3901

* Dr, Edgar Everett, DC

* Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/edgar.everett.dc

* Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/eeverett3/

* LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgar-everett-71b363228/

✨ Keywords: intentional, wellness, community, impact, holistic health, lifestyle, alignment, chiropractic care, healing, stress relief, clarity.

🎧 Tune in, share this episode, and let’s keep building a healthier, more intentional community — together.

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True story. My dog passed away the day I woke up to DJ my sister’s birthday in The Bay 🥹🙏🏽✨

My game was off. I was in the feels. Yet, I knew my girl was being taken care of. And I was able to FaceTime her before her last moment.

Sometimes life isn’t always peaches & cream.

But music helps. It’s therapy.

Being in your creative bag. Vibing with your friends & fam. Your kids.

It can shift the energy instantly.

Not that “bad things” need to “go away,” but because we are fluid like water.

Traveling with my DJ equipment for the first time was also new. Sometimes you gotta get your feet wet, before you’re willing to jump in.

I had special moments at the party, but also after.

In the morning, in the evening. In the living room.

That’s how I do it at my house.

How do you cope with grief? Sadness. Loss?

For me, it’s music & dance. The outdoors.

Trust & faith.

My first baby is an Angel now. A whole era. 🙏🏽🐕‍🦺

13 years. I always knew she was going to meet my kids.

DJs & wanna be DJ’s - get going. 🏁

Everywhere I go folks wanna start. They say, “I’ve always wanted to do that.”

And I tell ‘em DO IT FAM.

S**t. I used to think all households would be better off with a singing bowl.

Now I think all households would be better off with both.

Don’t have the words? You don’t need them.

Let the music guide you.

Spirit. Intuition. 🙏🏽✨

@lilbieber @e40 @iamsu

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I got some great things planned this Fall 🍁🎃🍂

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#restinpeace #dogmom #boymom #dj #openformatdj #bayareadj #bayarea #yayarea #macre #e40 #iamsu #beiber #macbeiber #femaledj #pioneerdj #stl #stlouis #soundhealing #musicistherapy #dance

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Tune into to learn about my upcoming events!

Some are private, some will be public!

I’m thinking outdoors. ✨

Check out my recent Salsa & Raggeton Mix.

Keep up with me here, share with your friends & keep shining!

Apply for DJ Services.

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It’s an R&B morning. I love waking up to magic 🥰

Who are your favorite R&B artists?

This one includes PARTYNEXTDOOR, the Canadian homies.

Ready to plan your next event?

Hit me up for all things wellness, education & exceptional vibes 🥳

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If you missed my Afrobeats set be sure to check it out! 🔗

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Happy Juneteenth!!! 🥰🫶🏽🔥

Today, I’m honoring Brendalyn King of 501(c)3 Reparations Project 40 & Salem Hemp Kings who’s revamping the first Black Missouri in Missouri! Started in 1934!

In our recent episode, Brendalyn says it best, “The land is here to heal us.”

Learn more about the 244 acres just 3 hours from St. Louis dedicated to reparative justice & community healing.

Especially after our recent tornado, this is an incredible opportunity to learn more about how to get on the land & support her work!

Brendalyn’s Juneteenth Virtual Fundraiser ✨

Thursday, June 19th at 5 PM CST | Free & Virtual

Tune into this episode now!

Also available on YouTube, Spotify & Apple!

Resources 🔗

Alana Woodson - Kinlock Doc(umentary about the first Black City & Public School District, also right here in St. Louis!

Amanda Tello’s Recent Episode - Indigenous Wisdom about land stewardship & coming back to a symbiotic relationship with the Earth.

Porscha Anderson’s Recent Episode - Chosen Legacy Project about building generations wealth as a means of liberation for Black & Brown people.

Key Bullet Points 🔑

* Building sustainable communities through hemp farming & natural building

* The impact of the recent tornado in St. Louis and how Brendalyn’s land can provide refuge & healing

* Insights on personal development, Black history & reparations

* The cooperative economic model & 40 projects planned for the land, including a Juneteenth virtual celebration

* Connecting healers and communities to utilize the land for retreats & restoration

Juneteenth Celebrations in STL Today 🥳

First, come join me at my girl Valeria’s Paint & Chill coloring session from 11-1:30 PM at the Old Post Office!

Then, meet me downtown on Washington Avenue for a whole afternoon & evening of concerts, food trucks & Juneteenth celebrations.

Juneteenth Playlist 🎧

Enjoy this playlist I created!

Jam with your loved ones today!

Sending peace & love to you all,

Anna

🥰🫶🏽✨

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In this powerful episode, Anna Ortiz-Aragon sits down with Brendalyn King, an executive leadership coach, land steward, and founder of initiatives at the intersection of healing, leadership, and reparative justice. Brendalyn shares her personal story of returning to her home state of Missouri to steward 244 acres of land that was once Missouri's first Black resort. 

Brendalyn discusses the importance of "selfish" healing, building sustainable communities through hemp farming and natural building, and creating spaces for authentic living, listening, and reconnection. She also touches on the impact of the recent tornado in St. Louis and how her land can provide refuge and healing.

This episode is filled with insights on personal development, Black history, reparations, farming, and the transformative power of the land. Whether you're a coach, farmer, naturopath, or simply seeking more authentic living, this conversation has something for everyone.

Follow Brendalyn: 

Website - https://www.bhavanalearning.com/brendalyn-king/ 

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/brendalynking

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brendalynking 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendalynk/

Salem Hemp Kings:

Website - https://salemhempkings.com/

Facebook - http://facebook.com/salemhempkings

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/salemhempkings/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@salemhempkings4874

501(c)3 Reparations Project 40:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RepProject40

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rep_project40/

Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/ReparationsProject40

Now available on YouTube, Spotify & Apple! 

Resources:

Alana Woodson - Kinlock Doc(umentary) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3SY0ru_43k&t=120s

Brendalyn’s Juneteenth Virtual Fundraiser 6/19 at 5 PM CST - https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-juneteenth-fundraising-festival

Amanda Tello’s Recent Episode - Indigenous Wisdom - https://youtu.be/zUSr1X118a8?si=GuOcixhSHCtJp50j 

Porscha Anderson’s Recent Episode - Chosen Legacy Project - https://www.alignwithanna.com/p/episode-79-porscha-anderson-i-the

Dr. P.C. Turner - https://55020698.weebly.com/dr-p-c-turner.html

Key Bullet Points:

* Brendalyn King's journey of returning to Missouri to steward 244 acres of land that was once Missouri's first Black resort

* The importance of "selfish" healing and creating spaces for authentic living, listening, and reconnection

* Building sustainable communities through hemp farming and natural building

* The impact of the recent tornado in St. Louis and how Brendalyn's land can provide refuge and healing

* Insights on personal development, Black history, reparations, farming, and the transformative power of the land

* Brendalyn's initiatives at the intersection of healing, leadership, and reparative justice

* The cooperative economic model and 40 projects planned for the land, including a Juneteenth virtual celebration

* Encouraging others to dream big and bring their limiting beliefs to the land for reframing and recontextualization

* Connecting healers and communities to utilize the land for retreats and restoration

Key Quotes:

* "Healing is selfish. And in order to heal myself, I had to be selfish. Dreams can come true, if you're willing to be selfish for the thing you need. I have to remind myself, there's a hand guiding my path.

* "I want you to bring all those prescriptions you're on, I want you to bring the pain, I want you to bring the trauma, bring all of that, so that we can create bridges, and translate, and reframe, and recontextualize, and offer more spaciousness."

#PersonalDevelopment #BlackHistory #Reparations #Farming #Juneteenth #NaturalLiving #HealingJourney #LandStewardship #BlackResort #HempFarming #AuthenticLiving #LeadershipCoaching #CommunityBuilding #NaturalBuilding #MissouriHistory #ReparativeJustice #SelfishHealing #BlackEconomics #LandOwnership #ReturnToRoots #SpiritualGrowth

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T-Dogg’s Tattoo Party & BBQ was amazing! 🥰🫶🏽

Such a massive variety! 70’s, 80’s, 90’s!

Pop, soul, funk, rock. Smooth R&B.

It was a whole vibe. 🎧

A super unique & eclectic crowd.

Get the playlist. 🔗

I also got a piercing too!

Check the video to meet Lindsay, the owner & see the shop! 💈

Ready for me to curate your next event, conference or retreat? Apply for DJ Services!

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