Craftonians! In episode 46 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen chats with the radiant and deeply insightful Cheri Dostal Ryba, a dancer, yoga therapist, writer, and ritualist who beautifully blends embodiment and creativity. They dive into Cheri’s journey as a published author of Pelvic Yoga Therapy for the Whole Woman, exploring the emotional vulnerability of sharing your work with the world and the surprising joy of hearing how it resonates with others. The convo is heartfelt and humorous as they demystify pelvic health, touch on sensuality, the creative process, and how movement practices like yoga and dance connect us to presence, healing, and wholeness. A must-listen for anyone craving connection with their body and creativity!

Guest Bio

Cheri Dostal Ryba is a dancer, writer, yoga therapist, and soulful creative. Her work centers on helping women reconnect with their pelvic wellness, sensuality, and whole-body vitality. Through her retreats, writings, and teachings, Cheri empowers others to come home to themselves through movement, ritual, and reflection.

Follow Cheri

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

Episode Chapters with Timestamps:

[00:00 – 02:44] – Big Raven Farm Updates & Retreat Season Kickoff
[02:45 – 05:29] – Welcoming Cheri + Her Creative Credentials
[05:30 – 09:39] – What It Means to Be a Published Author
[09:40 – 14:54] – Pelvic Health: What We’re REALLY Talking About
[14:55 – 21:19] – Creativity as Embodiment
[21:20 – 28:09] – Dancer Roots & Improvisation as Healing
[28:10 – 28:59] –Yoga Off the Mat: Daily Resets & Present Awareness
[29:00 – 34:39] – Improvisational dance, presence, and body-based healing
[34:40 – 41:59] – Reclaiming the floor: resets and grounding
[42:00 – 47:59] – Tips for non-dancers who want to try embodiment
[48:00 – End] – Wrapping up with warmth and wisdom

Quotes from the Episode:

"Once I drop in, it's hard to be distracted. That’s the magic of embodiment." — Cheri Dostal Ryba
"Publishing my book was like tattooing my own wellness on my skin." — Cheri Cheri Dostal Ryba
"You don't need to be a dancer. If you're alive, breathing, and human—you're already in." — Cheri Dostal Ryba
"This is showing me I’m doing something that matters." — Cheri Dostal Ryba

Resources and Links:

•  📘 Grab Cheri’s book: Pelvic Yoga Therapy for the Whole Woman – A guide for healing, reconnection, and whole-body wellness. 
•  💃 Join Cheri at her upcoming SATISFY RETREAT — explore movement, ritual, and renewal! 

Love "Happy Time Craftcast"?

👉Don’t forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and leave a review to help others discover our crafty community
👉Stay tuned for more Happy Time Craftcast with Joleen Emery. Subscribe now!

👉FOLLOW ME ON TIKTOK | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM
👉SIGN UP FOR THE ART KIT OF THE MONTH CLUB