Join Harmony Slater for a deeply transformative conversation with author and mentor Sara Avant Stover. In this heartfelt episode, they explore Sara’s powerful book, Handbook for the Heartbroken: A Woman’s Path from Devastation to Rebirth, offering profound insights into how grief and loss can be the gateways to our greatest personal and spiritual transformations.

Sara shares her personal journey through heartbreak, revealing how loss—whether through death, the end of relationships, or major life changes — often triggers a deep identity crisis. Drawing on wisdom from yoga, Buddhism, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, Sara offers compassionate strategies for navigating grief, understanding trauma, and embracing emotional healing as a sacred rite of passage.

Listeners will learn:

Sara Avant Stover also shares her personal experiences studying yoga with renowned teachers Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor, offering a poignant reflection on community grief within the yoga world.

Whether you're experiencing loss, supporting someone who is grieving, or simply seeking deeper emotional wisdom, this episode is filled with soulful guidance and actionable insights.

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Your relationship with money runs deeper than spreadsheets or strategy—it’s stored in your body.

In this insightful and energizing episode, Harmony Slater shares an excerpt from a powerful conversation with business coach Danielle Leigh about money, worth, and the energetic patterns that shape how we show up in business. From Harmony’s early childhood imprint of financial fear to the science of dopamine and gendered money responses, this dialogue unveils the invisible beliefs that keep women playing small.

Through compassionate coaching and practical somatic exercises, Harmony and Danielle explore what it means to rewire your nervous system for abundance. You’ll learn how money is simply energy—prana—and why regulating your frequency is the key to creating sustainable, aligned success.

This conversation goes beyond mindset, touching on the spiritual, emotional, ancestral, and embodied roots of wealth. Whether you’re a healer, creative, entrepreneur, or simply ready to stop chasing and start embodying, this episode will change how you relate to money, power, and self-worth.

Danielle Leigh is a wife, a boy mom, and a business coach and strategist who helps women grow their businesses and build lives they love. After a decade rising through the corporate ranks as a seasoned brand strategist, she now uses her unique blend of mindset coaching and actionable planning to help entrepreneurs attract dream clients, scale sustainably, and create waitlists—all while still making it to their kiddos’ soccer games.

Danielle’s work has been featured in U.S. News and World Report, Medium.com, and she was named one of the “Top 30 Coaches to Look Out For” by NYC Journal. Her approach has helped clients reach 6+ figures in income by aligning strategy with soulful ambition.

🌐 Website: danielleleighcoaching.com

📱 Instagram: @danielle_leigh

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 In this powerful episode of the Finding Harmony Podcast, Harmony Slater sits down with Ramona Rouhdoust, a healer, teacher, and founder of Let’s Yoga Shiatsu. Ramona shares her incredible journey from her early life in Iran to her transition from a career in biopharmaceutical research to becoming a spiritual teacher and healer.

Ramona discusses the pivotal moment when she left her high-powered job to pursue healing practices like Shiatsu, yoga, and breathwork—ultimately creating a life of deep presence, purpose, and peace. She opens up about the transformative power of breath, her connection to energy healing, and the profound impact of spiritual practices like meditation, pranayama, and spinal energetics.

This episode is a deep dive into how energy healing, yoga, pranayama, and spinal energetics can help us reconnect with our bodies, calm our nervous systems, and rediscover a sense of inner sanctuary, no matter how chaotic life may become.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

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 Harmony will be teaching a 4-day immersion in Brussels, Belgium, from October 16-19. Explore pranayama, energy healing, and somatic practices with Harmony in person.

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In this episode of the Finding Harmony Podcast, Harmony Slater and Russell Case are joined by David Swenson, one of the most respected and beloved Ashtanga Yoga teachers in the world. With over four decades of practice and teaching, David shares stories from his new book, "Why Only Dead Fish Go with the Flow," offering a candid look into his life, his family, and his journey through the world of yoga.

David’s insights are both humorous and profound, covering his early years in Texas, his connection to Ashtanga Yoga, his experience with the Hare Krishnas, and his reflections on life, death, and personal growth. He also shares stories of resilience, from his family’s struggles to his own journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening.

In this Episode, You’ll Learn:

* Why David Swenson believes only dead fish go with the flow.

* The struggles and triumphs of his early life, from family challenges to spiritual exploration.

* How David inspired many yogis through his teaching of Ashtanga Yoga.

* His thoughts on balancing discipline and freedom in yoga practice.

* The surprising stories behind his new book and the wisdom he gained along the way.

Listen now to hear a rich and inspiring conversation with David Swenson.

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Connect with David Swenson

David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidswensonashtanga

David on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@davidswensonashtangayogapr4920

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In this deeply resonant episode of the Finding Harmony Podcast, hosts Harmony Slater and Russell Case are joined once again by two of the most beloved teachers in the world of yoga and Buddhist philosophy—Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor. Together, they explore the eternal question: What does it mean to be truly happy?

Drawing from decades of yoga practice, philosophical inquiry, and embodied living, Richard and Mary illuminate how joy, contentment, and interconnection arise not from seeking, but from sensing—from tuning in to the subtle patterns of breath, body, and awareness.

From stories of moody teenagers and Michelin-star meals to the nature of embodiment, the group shares moments of insight, hilarity, and grace. You’ll hear how depression and suffering shape our paths, why mindfulness without embodiment can sometimes harm more than help, and how “looking again” may be the most profound spiritual practice of all.

Whether you’re a longtime yogi or simply curious about how to live with more presence and compassion, this episode offers a grounded, heart-opening invitation into the field of happiness that lives within each of us.

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When a beloved teacher passes, what remains? In this poignant conversation, Harmony and Russell sit down with fellow Canadian Ashtanga teachers David Robson and Jelena Vesic to explore how a community carries the torch of tradition through grief, transformation, and time.

They share personal stories about lineage, legacy, and leadership following the sudden loss of Sharath Jois. Together, they reflect on the challenges of upholding authenticity, adapting practices, and fostering community while honoring a tradition that shaped their lives.

Whether you are a seasoned Ashtangi or new to the practice, this conversation offers a deeply moving and honest look at what it means to continue walking the path when the road ahead feels uncertain.

Episode Breakdown

David Robson is a senior Ashtanga Yoga teacher based in Toronto, Canada, with more than two decades of dedicated study and teaching. Known for his traditional approach and deep devotion to the Ashtanga lineage, David has guided thousands of students worldwide and was recently certified by Shruti Jois and the Joyce family following Sharath Jois’s passing.

Jelena Vesic is an authorized Level 2 Ashtanga Yoga teacher who brings a background in dance, discipline, and devotion to her teaching. She is passionate about creating safe, structured, and welcoming spaces for students while preserving the authenticity of the Mysore method.

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Harmony Slater reconnects with longtime friend and fellow teacher Paul Dallaghan to explore his journey from Ireland to India, from business school to biology, and from asana to advanced Pranayama. Paul shares the inner current that drew him to spiritual practice, his years immersed in India and Thailand, and his groundbreaking research on how breath-based yoga practices affect longevity, telomere length, and mental health.

The episode is filled with insights on what it means to be truly engaged in your practice, how ancient yogic techniques translate into measurable physiological benefits, and why sincerity may be the most essential ingredient in personal transformation.

Whether you're a seasoned yoga practitioner or someone looking to understand how the breath can change your brain and your life, this episode will spark curiosity and offer grounded, heart-centered wisdom.

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Guest Bio: Paul has spent 30 years in the wellbeing arena, from immersion in original breath-body-mind practices to cultural and scientific study.  He is CEO and founder of Samahita Retreat since 2003, the first full wellbeing retreat center in Asia, known for breath, yoga, wellness and fitness, thriving today on Ko Samui, Thailand.  Paul spent many years in India, including in Mysore with P Jois, being the last to be certified by him in his lifetime (in 2007). He learnt pranayama in-depth with his primary teacher, O.P.Tiwari. Paul was  acknowledged in 2022 in the Indian tradition as “Master Yogi: Pranacharya (Breath Expert)”.  Paul was aware of the need for robust research and deep study in this field and devoted himself to academic scholarship, earning a Ph.D in Biological Anthropology from Emory University. His area of specialty was the breath and related practices, their history and origins, as well as a scientific analysis where he developed protocols and carried out a clinical trial study assessing psychological and physiological markers on mental health, stress, and longevity outcomes. Paul has taught practical workshops all over the world as well as at the University level while being an invited speaker to events, conferences or by private organizations. The ability to laugh and banter and not take yourself seriously are key to his philosophy of life. All this while being a devoted father to two sons.

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Harmony sits down with Siobhan Fitzgerald, a dedicated yoga teacher and breathwork practitioner whose work explores the ancient wisdom of Pranayama and its profound relevance to modern life—especially for women in midlife.

Siobhan shares how traditional Pranayama practices and kriyas can support women’s health through perimenopause and beyond, helping to regulate digestion, balance hormones, calm the nervous system, and heal emotional trauma.

She and Harmony dive into how breath becomes a pathway for energy management and how subtle energetic shifts through practice can lead to increased stability, vitality, and inner resilience.

With warmth and clarity, Siobhan discusses the importance of working with a teacher, understanding energetic imprints, and reclaiming embodied practice as a form of sacred remembrance and healing.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Disclaimer:

This episode contains discussion of eating disorders, which may be sensitive or triggering for some listeners. Please take care while listening. The information shared on this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine. 

Learn more about Siobhan Fitzgerald: @yogawithsiobhan

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This week, Harmony and Russell sit down with the dynamic and deeply grounded Amy Kokoszka—a Polish-Canadian Ashtanga Yoga teacher living in Ireland—whose journey weaves through Sivananda, Hatha, and eventually, Ashtanga yoga. But this conversation isn’t just about yoga.

Amy shares how the raw power of “Women Who Run with the Wolves” inspired her to create healing spaces for women through story, circles, and breathwork. She speaks candidly about the physical and emotional upheaval of perimenopause, the loss of her business during the pandemic, and how weight training helped her reconnect to her strength—literally and spiritually.

We dive into what it means to be a “deviant” in a tradition-bound practice, how yoga becomes a ritual of remembering, and why sometimes the soul doesn’t guide the body—the body guides the soul.

This episode is a heartfelt reminder that our bodies, our stories, and our strength are sacred. Whether you’re navigating hormonal shifts, looking to reclaim your power, or seeking community, Amy’s voice is a balm and a rallying cry.

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Learn more about Amy: 

Amy Kokoska leads immersive women’s retreats that integrate yoga, breathwork, and ritual. A seasoned yoga educator, retreat leader, and storyteller, she has over 20 years of experience in Ashtanga, Yin, and trauma-informed practices.

Rooted in the wisdom of Women Who Run with the Wolves, Amy weaves movement, mythology, and deep soul work to guide women on a journey of self-reclamation. She explores the vast space of Chitta Akasha (the inner sky of consciousness) where wild imagination, ancestral wisdom, and embodied movement meet. She previously owned a yoga studio and now devotes her work to leading retreats and deep-dive workshops that bridge ancient wisdom with modern embodiment practices. She is the founder of Women & Wolves, a workshop series exploring the Wounded Healer and Wild Woman archetypes through movement, storytelling, and ritual.

Ashtanga yoga was Amy’s first love and remains the practice she continues to turn to for strength, discipline, and self-discovery. It deepened her relationship with self-practice, fostering resilience, devotion, and inner transformation. She also offers a monthly Primary Led Ashtanga class in Cork, sharing the profound power of the practice with her community.

Discover her work at hayokayoga.org.

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Harmony Slater and Russell Case sit down with Tonya Ridings, a trauma therapist and Kundalini yoga teacher, to explore the often-overlooked dynamics of high-control groups, cult-like communities, and spiritual bypassing. Tonya shares her deep knowledge of somatic psychotherapy, religious trauma, and the subtle ways manipulation can creep into even well-meaning spiritual spaces.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ How trauma leads people into high-control environments

✅ The subtle manipulation tactics used in spiritual communities

✅ The fine line between dedication and coercion

✅ Red flags that indicate a group may be controlling or cult-adjacent

✅ How to reclaim personal autonomy after leaving a high-control environment

✅ The role of somatic healing in processing trauma

About Our Guest:

Tonya Ridings is a therapist specializing in trauma healing, particularly in the context of high-control religious and spiritual environments. With over 35 years of experience, she integrates somatic therapy, psychology, and yoga to help individuals reclaim their autonomy and inner wisdom.

Connect with Tonya:

🌍 Website: TonyaRidings.com

📸 Instagram: @TonyaRidings

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