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.

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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.

In this episode, we talk about:

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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Today, Harmony sits down with Shimrit Nativ, a transformational coach, mentor, and founder of Master Your Path Academy. Shimrit’s journey is one of bold transformation—leaving behind a thriving career in music to step into her true calling of helping others unlock their full potential.

Together, they explore:

✨ The subconscious programming that holds us back and how to shift it

✨ Why meditation alone isn’t always enough for deep transformation

✨ The role of energetics in personal and professional success

✨ How to avoid burnout while still achieving your biggest goals

✨ The 18-step process for reprogramming your beliefs and identity

Shimrit shares insights from working with thought leaders like Joe Dispenza, Bob Proctor, and Bruce Lipton and how their teachings influenced her own coaching methodology.

She also offers a free meditation and workshop to help listeners integrate these practices into their own lives. Be sure to check the links below!

Shimrit Nativ is a Success & Freedom Mentor, CEO and founder of Master Your Path Academy.

📩 Free Meditation & Workshop: https://www.shimritnativ.com

📲 Connect with Shimrit on Instagram: @ShimritNativ

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In this illuminating episode, hosts Harmony Slater welcome acclaimed author, tarot reader, and creativity coach, Lisa Kessler. Lisa shares her unique journey of blending intuitive tarot readings with creative writing, revealing how tarot can be a transformative tool for overcoming writer’s block, building self-confidence, and manifesting personal goals.

Lisa dives deep into the practical and spiritual dimensions of tarot, emphasizing how intuitive practices can strengthen your creative process. She opens up about her personal struggles with self-doubt, how tarot became integral to her path as a successful novelist, and provides actionable insights for listeners interested in exploring tarot themselves.

Whether you’re a writer searching for fresh inspiration, a tarot enthusiast eager to deepen your intuitive skills, or simply someone looking for practical tools to navigate life’s challenges, this conversation will empower you to find clarity, creativity, and renewed purpose.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

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In this powerful episode of Finding Harmony Podcast, we welcome back Kate Winter, a registered psychodynamic counselor, yoga teacher, and former police detective, to explore the deep patterns that shape our behavior—and how we can break free from them.

Kate shares her personal journey of moving through extremes—from marathon running and bodybuilding to Ashtanga yoga and psychotherapy—and how each phase of her life revealed deeper lessons about control, identity, and healing.

Trigger Warning

This episode discusses topics that may be sensitive for some listeners, including eating disorders, body image struggles, exercise addiction, trauma, and fertility challenges. If these topics are triggering for you, please listen with care or seek support from a trusted professional.

Key Topics Discussed:

self-awareness

This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever struggled with perfectionism, discipline, or the fear of slowing down. Kate’s story is a beautiful reminder that true transformation often begins with letting go.

Kate Winter is a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist based in Brighton in the UK. 

As a former Police Officer and senior leader in a Rape Crisis Centre, Kate has spent the past twenty years working on the frontline of trauma. Moving away from the idea that trauma is something to be 'healed', Kate works on the premise that trauma can be used as a vehicle for individual and collective transformation. 

With additional experience as an Ashtanga yoga practitioner and Personal Trainer, Kate uses traditional psychoanalysis, yoga philosophy and movement practices to help clients bring about lasting change.

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“You can’t build a new life while telling yourself the same old story.”

If you’ve ever felt stuck, undervalued, or afraid to take up space, this episode is for you.

Harmony sits down with Dr. Julie Artis, career coach, sociologist, and advocate for women’s leadership. They get real about why so many women struggle with self-worth, how old societal patterns still shape our financial lives, and—most importantly—how we can rewrite the story and step fully into our power.

What’s Inside This Episode?

“We’re not meant to just survive—we’re meant to thrive. And when women thrive, entire communities transform.” — Harmony Slater

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What if the key to success wasn’t about grinding harder but about aligning with what truly lights you up?

In this Finding Harmony Podcast solo episode, host Harmony Slater gets raw and real about the unconventional path that led her to energy healing, business coaching, and creating a purpose-driven life. From early transcendental experiences as a child to navigating burnout, business pivots, and deep transformational work, Harmony shares the power of following your aliveness.

She unpacks how saying yes to the right things (and no to the misaligned ones) shaped her journey—from banking to philosophy, from yoga teacher to international retreat leader, and from overworking to energy flow mastery.

 In this episode, you’ll discover:

This is the episode for you if you’re feeling stuck, drained, or out of sync with your purpose. Tune in and let’s get you realigned with your aliveness.

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What if the yoga practice you love isn’t actually working for you?

For years, women have molded themselves to fit the rigid structure of Ashtanga yoga—waking up at the crack of dawn, practicing through exhaustion, sidelining their intuition to follow the “correct” method. But what if we could embrace a softer, more fluid, more feminine approach to the practice without losing its power?

That’s exactly what The Ashtanga Women’s Project is all about, and in this episode, Harmony sits down with its founder, Carmen Yagüe, to unpack what it means to show up fully as a woman in Ashtanga yoga.

They dive deep into:

🔹 How the Ashtanga system, designed by men, doesn’t always serve women’s unique bodies and rhythms

🔹 Why pushing through practice can sometimes disconnect us rather than bring us home to ourselves

🔹 The power of intuition, self-inquiry, and giving yourself permission to do yoga your way

🔹 How we can build more supportive, collaborative communities instead of falling into competition and hierarchy

🔹 The bold, beautiful act of reclaiming personal agency in a practice that often feels prescriptive

Carmen shares her own journey of stepping away from the traditional Ashtanga model, closing her yoga studio, and creating a new space where women can move, breathe, and practice in a way that actually feels good.

If you’ve ever felt trapped in the rules of your yoga practice—or life—this episode will remind you that you have the power to make your own.

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