In this Energy Works episode, Lauren and Blaine tackle the ever-present voice of the inner critic—the one that loves to critique, judge, and sometimes derail us. Through personal stories and practical tools, they offer ways to quiet that voice, embrace self-acceptance, and find a little more peace in your headspace.
Here’s What’s Waiting for You in This Episode:

- What Exactly Is the Inner Critic? A straightforward look at how it shows up in our lives and impacts mental health.

- Real-Life Experiences: Lauren shares a behind-the-scenes moment of self-doubt while recording a podcast intro for her spin-off series.
Blaine dives into how her upbringing, steeped in competition and achievement, gave her inner critic a megaphone.

- Tracing the Roots of Self-Talk: How childhood experiences shape that voice in your head—and what you can do to rewrite the script.

-Tailored Affirmations That Work: Why generic affirmations can fall flat and how to create ones that actually resonate.

- Energy Medicine in Action: Learn the “earmuffs” technique (yes, it’s as simple as it sounds) and other tools to calm the mind and soften self-criticism.

- Steps Toward Self-Kindness: Concrete tips for building a more compassionate relationship with yourself—no fluffy language or unrealistic expectations here.

Your Takeaway

Lauren and Blaine wrap up the episode with a guided affirmation practice designed to help you take a breath, quiet the negative chatter, and connect with self-love.


🔗 Tune in to hear how blending yoga, affirmations, and energy work can shift your inner dialogue and help you feel a little lighter.


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What’s it like to sit miles away while a massive hurricane barrels toward your home? This week, Lauren gets Blaine to open up about the raw emotions, the uncertainty, and the tools she leaned on while waiting to hear if her home had weathered two consecutive hurricanes. This isn’t just about the storm itself—it’s about the quiet chaos of waiting, worrying, and finding your center even when you’re far away.



🌀 What’s Coming Your Way


- The Wait: Facing a Hurricane from Afar – Blaine describes the tense experience of sitting with the knowledge that a hurricane was closing in on her home. The waiting period was an emotional marathon, full of “what ifs” and an exhausting sense of helplessness.


- Dealing with the Emotional Aftershocks – Once the winds passed, the waiting continued. Blaine talks about the flood of emotions as she waited to hear if her home had survived—equal parts hope, fear, and the inevitable mind games that come with not knowing.


- Finding Calm in the Chaos – Blaine shares how she used energy medicine and yoga practices to stay centered and grounded, even when she was overwhelmed. Whether you’re dealing with a storm or a personal crisis, these are real techniques that help bring you back to solid ground.


- The Emotional Rollercoaster: Relief, Grief, and Everything in Between – Blaine reflects on the complex feelings that arose once she finally got the news. There was relief, yes—but also lingering tension, the toll of unresolved worry, and gratitude for the things that survived.


- Weathering the Storm of Uncertainty – Blaine and Lauren discuss the nature of resilience, how storms—literal and metaphorical—change us, and the hard-won lessons that come from facing what we can’t control.


- Your Take-Home Tools for Calm – Blaine walks us through the grounding techniques and breathwork that kept her steady. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, these practical exercises are perfect for finding some inner calm when you need it most.

Tune in to this heartfelt conversation if you’re ready to hear about resilience and the power of finding peace even when the winds are wild.


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🎙️ Will Power’s Bold Moves on Art, Vegan Soul Food & Hip-Hop Theater | Cool People, Big Ideas Podcast

Hold onto your headphones because Lauren’s sitting down with Will Power, the playwright and performer who’s flipping scripts—literally and culturally. From creating hip-hop theater to penning his first children’s book, “Nana’s New Soul Food,” Will’s world is anything but ordinary. Dive into this lively conversation that goes from vegan recipes to Greek mythology, all with a side of impromptu rap!



🔎 What’s Cooking in This Episode?


- Meet the Powerhouse – Get up close with Will Power, hailed as the top verse playwright in America and a pioneer of hip-hop theater.

- Creative Sparks Fly – Lauren and Will swap stories from their past collaborations and what still fuels their creative fires.

- Nana’s New Soul Food—Will’s debut children’s book is changing how we think about food, health, and cultural roots in Atlanta’s African American community.

- Tackling Food & Identity – From family recipes to the Atlanta vegan scene, Will unpacks how food reflects who we are.

- Messages for Young Minds – Why a children’s book? Will opens up about the subtle power of kids’ lit and how he weaves in big ideas without spoon-feeding.

- COVID Writing Life – How the pandemic pushed his creativity to new places.

- Bonus Recipe Alert – “Nana’s New Soul Food” isn’t just a story; it’s got vegan recipes and activities kids can dive into.

- Will’s Vegan Journey – From his first plant-based meal to what keeps him going in a world of fried chicken and BBQ.

- Spontaneous Rap – You know it’s a real Will Power show when he breaks into rhyme—right on the spot.

- Beyond the Book – A sneak peek at his upcoming stage play, “Fetch Clay, Make Man” directed by the legendary Debbie Allen.

Whether you’re here for the art, the vegan tips, or just a good story, this episode packs it all in with heart, humor, and a touch of freestyle flair.

🔗 Tune in for a lively discussion that merges creativity, culture, and culinary innovation through the lens of Nana's New Soul Food!

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🎙️ This episode of Energy Works! brings you right into the heart of energetic tools to stay balanced and grounded—without feeling drained. Join Lauren and Blaine as they walk through the Zip Up and Hook Up techniques, two core EMYoga moves that help you keep your energy in check and your vibe high.



🔑 Here’s what we cover in this episode:

- Getting to Know Energy Works!: Why tuning into your energy matters and how it can impact everyday life.

- Empathy & Energy: How empathy interacts with energy fields, and why being sensitive can leave you more open to energy shifts.

- The Zip Up Technique: Blaine guides you on how tracing the central meridian can shield you from low vibes and reinforce your positivity.

- Step-by-Step Zip Up Practice: Get hands-on with this guided practice, as Lauren walks you through each step.

- The Hook Up Technique: An easy method for syncing your central and governing meridians, keeping energy flow smooth and steady.

- Why the Energetic Spine Matters: We break down why the spine is key to keeping your energy intact and your spirit high.

- Hook Up Walkthrough: Follow along as Blaine demonstrates this powerful grounding move for more stable energy.

- The EMYoga Wake Up Recap: Revisit the basics of this practice, including the Four Thumps, Silence, Cross Crawl, Zip Up, and Hook Up.

- Getting to Know Your Energy Better: Blaine shares real-life ways to tap into a stronger connection with your energy.

- Final Takeaway: Some words of encouragement to make these practices part of your daily life.


🔗 Tune in to learn about the power of these techniques and enhance your well-being through mindful energy practices!

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🌟 Get ready to energize your day with Lauren and Blaine in this lively episode of Energy Works! Today, we’re breaking down the EMYoga Wake-Up and diving into the magic of cross-crawl techniques to help you feel better and more balanced fast. 🌟

🌀 In this episode, you'll love learning:


- Why Crawling Matters (Yes, Crawling): Learn how this basic childhood skill is key to setting up healthy energy patterns in your body.

- Fixing Your Energy Patterns: Lauren and Blaine explain why some energy patterns zap your energy and how to shift them.

- Energy Crossovers Explained: Find out why crossing your body’s midline is a game-changer for your overall flow.

- Easy Ways to Reset Your Energy: Simple steps to work cross-crawl into your daily life.

- Do You Need an Energy Reset? Learn how to spot when your body’s energy is out of whack.

- The Energy 'Conservation' Trap: Understand how your body tries to save energy—and why it might actually be holding you back.

- Boost Learning with Cross-Crawl: Find out how these moves can sharpen your mind and make learning easier.

- Real-Life Wins: Hear stories of how these energy techniques have made a difference in everyday life.

- How Your Energy Impacts Others: Discover how your energy patterns ripple out and affect the people around you.

- Wrapping It Up: Final thoughts on how you can bring these practices into your routine and feel the difference.



🔗 Tune in now for practical tips to get your energy moving and feel your best!


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Join Lauren Walker and Blaine Wilkes on this episode of Energy Works, where they break down the EMYoga Wake Up routine, focusing on the first two key moves: the Four Thumps and the power of stillness. These simple exercises are perfect for grounding yourself and getting your energy moving while improving how your body's energy systems connect.



Here's What You'll Learn:

- Intro to the EMYoga Wake Up: This is a look at the routine and its benefits for energy levels.

- The Four Thumps: Why tapping greatly impacts how your energy flows and your emotional balance.

- Thump 1: K27 - Kidney Meridian: Tapping K27 can boost energy and support your immune system.

- Thump 2: Thymus Thump: This thump helps keep your body well-balanced and your immune system humming.

- Thump 3: Spleen 21 - Spleen Thump: This point supports your health and vitality.

- Thump 4: Stomach Meridian Thump: Learn how this affects grounding and your daily energy flow.

- Stillness and Silence: Why taking time to pause and be quiet can make all the difference in how you feel and connect with your energy.

🔗 Tune in for a laid-back chat full of practical tips to help you feel more grounded and aware every single day!

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🌟 In this episode of Energy Works, Lauren Walker and Blaine Wilkes dive into the core practice that grounds all of Energy Medicine Yoga. The EMYoga Wake Up is more than just a routine—it’s the essential practice that sets the tone for aligning your energy and balancing your body.

🧘‍♀️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- The EMYoga Wake Up Routine: Learn what makes this quick series of movements essential and how it can shift your energy in just a few minutes.

- The Birth of EMYoga: Hear Lauren’s journey in creating EMYoga and how it evolved from the teachings of Donna Eden and insights from Dr. Zach Bush.

- How Energy Medicine Complements Yoga: Understand how combining energy medicine with yoga can give your practice more depth and focus.

- Breaking Down the Wake Up: Discover the five key movements in the EMYoga Wake Up, and how they support physical and mental alignment.

- Teaching EMYoga: Lauren reflects on what it took to introduce EMYoga into traditional yoga spaces and how she overcame resistance to new ideas.

- Looking Ahead for EMYoga: Get a sneak peek at where EMYoga is headed and how this practice continues to influence wellness communities globally.


🔗 Tune in for a grounded and practical conversation about the foundational Wake Up practice that shapes all of Energy Medicine Yoga. 


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🌙 In this episode of Energy Works, hosts Lauren Walker and Blaine Wilkes discuss a hot topic: sleep. Blaine, affectionately dubbed the "Sleep Queen," opens up about her personal sleep journey and how it's become the foundation for staying on top of her game.
💤 What You’ll Hear About:
- The Power of Setting Bedtime Boundaries: Blaine talks about why sticking to a set bedtime has been a game-changer for her health, productivity, and overall well-being.
- Why Cortisol and Biorhythms Matter: We dive into the science behind how those late nights mess with your body’s natural rhythms and what that means for your long-term health.
- Consistency is Key: How having a regular sleep schedule doesn’t just improve your sleep but boosts your mood, energy, and performance during the day.
- Food and Sleep: Blaine shares how what you eat before bed can either help or hurt your sleep.
- Morning Movement: Learn how getting some exercise in the morning sets the tone for better sleep that night.
- Breathing for Better Sleep: Blaine demonstrates simple breathing techniques and energy practices that can help when you’re tossing and turning.
- Join the Conversation: Lauren and Blaine encourage listeners to share their sleep tips and routines to build a community around wellness and self-care.


🔗 Tune in for a rich conversation filled with practical tips and deep insights into achieving better sleep and overall health! 

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🌟 In this episode of Cool People, Big Ideas, host Lauren Walker sits down with bestselling author and energy healer Hilary McCann Crowley to chat about the magic and power of curiosity and patience. 🌟

🌀 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- The deep, decades-long friendship between Lauren and Hilary, bonded by their love of energy medicine.

- A peek into "the field"—that space where healing, synchronicity, and information hang out.

- Hilary shares hands-on healing stories and the power of the inner voice.

- A look at the field as everything... and also nothing.

- How stages of consciousness tie into your everyday thoughts.

- The loving consciousness that permeates the healing space.

- Simple ways you can connect to the healing field in your daily life.



🔗 Settle in for a conversation that blends wisdom with down-to-earth, practical advice. Don’t forget to hit that Like button, subscribe to stay in the loop, and drop a comment—we’d love to hear what you think!

🌟 Join host Lauren Walker she chats with Mary Jo Fetterly, a yoga teacher whose life took an unexpected turn after a ski accident.🌟

🌀 What You'll Discover in This Episode:

●       Mary Jo's ski accident and her journey as a quadriplegic●       Her approach to recovery using both scientific methods and energy practices●       Key ideas from Mary Jo's book 'Where Science Meets Spirit'●       How breathwork and adapted yoga aided her healing●       The importance of bandhas (body locks) in energy work●       Mary Jo's experience with medical marijuana and overcoming related challenges●       The role of psilocybin in her emotional recovery●       Techniques for addressing trauma and improving body awareness●       Remarkable moments in Mary Jo's energy healing journey●       The impact of yoga, meditation, and stillness on her well-being●       Mary Jo's ongoing projects and future aspirations●       Words of encouragement for others on their own healing paths 

🔗 Tune in for an uplifting episode that combines science, spirit, and determination. Discover practical tools for embracing energy medicine and healing!

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