Magik Vibes

Today I’m in NYC sitting across from sex, love, and relationship coach, Cara Kovacs! It brings me so much joy to share her magic with you. Cara shares how her experiences and family background have influenced her style of coaching, like combining ancient and modern practices. We explore sexuality and spirituality as it relates to clearing old patterns and stories, social and cultural programming, and feeling safe in your body. When it comes to judging others, we talk about how this is an opportunity to go deeper into your own personal work. Cara opens the door to digging deep into how parents influence our views on love and pleasure. She also shares journal prompts and practices you may do on your own for healing, or as a couple to explore sex, desire, and pleasure.

***Our meditation begins at [36:52]!

Learn more about Kelsey at http://kelseyjpatel.com 

Resources:

• Learn more: carakovacs.com
• Follow Cara on Instagram: instagram.com/carakovacs_
• Instagram: instagram.com/kelseyjpatel
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• Click here for a ritual by Cara: https://www.instagram.com/p/B5nZpbJAIl5/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

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I am so excited to introduce my dear friend, the founder of The Sculpt Society, Megan Roup! She is all about empowering women through movement, and simplifying exercise so dance cardio can be a non-intimidating experience for everyone. Megan shares her story of growing her fitness business, and gives insights into what it’s like to build from the ground up. We talk about the importance of having a side hustle to support your dream, and Megan shares what she’s struggled with the most. Megan and I also explore what it means to have patience and trust in the journey, and learning to release the need to constantly push. I love Megan’s authentic, loving, and real approach, and can’t wait to share today’s episode with you!

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The Sculpt Society began with my personal journey to feeling empowered through movement. I understand what most women have felt in their life. I am you, I've been there and I can relate to knowing what it feels like to be uncomfortable in my own body.

After years of torturing myself in the gym, it wasn't until I found dance based fitness that things shifted. I truly began to gain a sense of strength and freedom within myself, I was finally having FUN working out. I fell in love with the connections and impact I was having on other women and found support in the community.

With so much intimidation around dance cardio, I wanted to create The Sculpt Society for the non dancer. I simplify the dance cardio moves so that anyone at any level will feel successful. TSS is a fun, effective and empowering workout. I want you to feel your best self. I want you to stand in your body with confidence and strength.

Come join TSS and experience this amazing community!

***Our meditation begins at [31:10]!

Learn more about Kelsey at http://kelseyjpatel.com 

Resources:

• Learn more: thesculptsociety.com 
• Follow Megan on Instagram: @thesculptsociety ; @meganroup
• Download Megan’s App here.
• Instagram: instagram.com/kelseyjpatel
• Magik Vibes Instagram: instagram.com/magikvibes
• Facebook: facebook.com/kelseyjpatel

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Please welcome holistic psychiatrist, acupuncturist, and yoga teacher, Dr. Ellen Vora! This amazing woman is here to talk to us about all the things we experience on this human journey—from anxiety, listening to our bodies, and finding fulfillment in life. Dr. Ellen explores the importance of going inward on your health journey because YOU know your body best, and why we want to get back to the fundamentals, like being active, having community, and good sex! We dive into the factors that contribute to body and mind anxiety, and why we need to listen to what we’re feeling because it’s communicating something about our path in life. Dr. Ellen shares questions to ask when doing a check-in with yourself, and how to begin stripping away societal conditioning to get to the core of who you truly are. 

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Ellen Vora, MD graduated from Columbia University medical school, received her B.A. in English from Yale University, and she’s a board-certified psychiatrist, medical acupuncturist, and yoga teacher. Dr. Vora takes a functional medicine approach to mental health–-considering the whole person and addressing imbalance at the root, rather than reflexively prescribing medication. In addition to her private practice, Dr. Vora is also a writer, speaker, and a consultant for two healthcare startups.

***Our meditation begins at [32:25]!

Learn more about Kelsey at http://kelseyjpatel.com 

Resources:

• Learn more: ellenvora.com/online-group
• Instagram: instagram.com/kelseyjpatel
• Magik Vibes Instagram: instagram.com/magikvibes
• Facebook: facebook.com/kelseyjpatel

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Today I am thrilled to have Chinese Medical Physician and my personal acupuncturist, Carolyn Barron, back on the show! She joins us to talk about Chinese medicine, the energy of seasonal shifts, and ways to support your chi and immune system during this season.

We are in autumn, which in Chinese medicine is the element of metal. This time is about letting go, releasing, and stripping down to what’s essential. If your energy and emotions have been feeling unsteady, Carolyn is here to explain why! She also reveals how the lungs and large intestine are being impacted and ways to care for ourselves, like foods and oils to incorporate. It’s the time of year to trade out your raw salads for a warm soup! You’ll also learn rituals that align with this season of letting go, like creating a devotional practice.

At the end, Carolyn leads us in a yummy Qigong meditation to support the lung energy and this season of purification.

***Our meditation begins at [33:01]!

Learn more about Kelsey at http://kelseyjpatel.com 

Resources:

• Sign up for Carolyn’s magikal newsletter at botanarchy.com/inquire
• Follow @botanarchy on Instagram for recipes!
• Instagram: instagram.com/kelseyjpatel
• Magik Vibes Instagram: instagram.com/magikvibes
• Facebook: facebook.com/kelseyjpatel

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We are entering our second to last full moon of this decade! As we move into this full moon, continue with this mercury retrograde, and enter the holiday season, I invite you to slow down and reflect with me. In 2019, I’ve experienced a massive clearing and a shift into alignment although there have been a lot of difficult times—I’ve received beautiful reminders of what truly matters. In this episode, I also talk about the power of language. I encourage you to begin ‘trying easy’ instead of ‘trying hard’ during the heightened energy of the holidays. As I’ve experienced, so many times we get sick from overdoing and pushing. May we give ourselves permission to have radical moments of rest, allow ourselves to reset, and set a foundation for this new year.

***Our meditation begins at [23:34]!

Learn more about Kelsey at http://kelseyjpatel.com 

Resources:

• Instagram: instagram.com/kelseyjpatel
• Magik Vibes Instagram: instagram.com/magikvibes
• Facebook: facebook.com/kelseyjpatel

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Please welcome my personal Human Design guide and mentor, Amanda Green! I’ve been exploring Human Design for over a year and a half, and it’s truly a game changer for understanding yourself and how you operate in the world. This episode is full of powerful information and so many takeaways, so grab your pen and paper! Amanda begins by briefly explaining what Human Design is, the origin story, and how it can benefit you. She then breaks down the five types and five essentials of Human Design. You’ll gain practical tools for YOUR specific type, along with a mantra so you can begin working with this magic! Our meditation at the end will help you integrate with your Human Design. Let’s go!

You can download your human design chart here:

http://www.mybodygraph.com/

***Our meditation begins at [38:28]!

My name is Amanda, and I am a Human Design Guide + Mentor. I am also a Manifesting Generator, a wife, a mom, and a major Harry Potter fan. I grew up in New England and currently live in Nevada. I’ve been following Astrology since I was in my teens, which gave me a natural interest in Human Design.

Studying my Human Design as well as those around me has empowered me to approach my life, parenting, and relationships in a more aligned way. Not everyone is meant to function the same, and knowing your design will give you the confirmation of what you’ve always felt to be true about yourself.

I work with clients 1:1 to help them understand their natural energy and to support them in reducing unsupportive conditioning to get back into their unique flow. I also teach curious souls how to read a Human Design chart to help them feel empowered to use this system in their everyday lives. 

Learn more about Kelsey at http://kelseyjpatel.com 

Resources:

• Learn more: amandagreen.co
• Follow Amanda on Instagram: @amandagreen.co
• Instagram: instagram.com/kelseyjpatel
• Magik Vibes Instagram: instagram.com/magikvibes
• Facebook: facebook.com/kelseyjpatel

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Today’s guest has been my personal astrologer for years. She is an amazing teacher and a brilliant light in this world. Please welcome, Rose Theodora! She is here to share insights into the energy of the new moon in Scorpio, dive deep into the final Mercury retrograde of this decade, and detail what’s to come in 2020.

If you don’t already know, on Halloween we begin the last Mercury retrograde of 2019! It’s time to reconsider some of your thought patterns and belief systems about yourself. Rose shares the purpose of this retrograde, why she loves it, and how you can come out of it feeling empowered. We then move into discussing what we can look forward to and expect in 2020, along with the new eclipse cycle and the collective theme of the year. Venus and Mars will be going retrograde, so Rose illuminates key points to know so you’ll feel empowered. Get your notebooks out, because this is a good one!

***Our meditation begins at [26:30]!

Rose Theodora is an internationally celebrated Astrologer, writer, and lifestyle curator. She has pioneered a modality of astrology–marrying aesthetics (i.e., color, sound, and taste as a healing modality) and astrology based on ancient alchemy. She had curated unique experiences and content for the Getty Museum, Cartier, Adidas, Esteé Lauder, Fender, and more. 

Rose is intuitive and has an innate understanding of human psychology. She has a formal degree in neuroscience and art from UCLA and has practiced astrology for more than 20 years. She believes that each person has a unique path; astrology helps you to navigate. "Astrology for me is about choice and a path to change–it's a way to heal yourself, to move forward with confidence, dignity, and self-love."

She currently writes The Den's weekly Moon reports and maintains a daily practice of kundalini yoga and meditation that she feels are the foundation for an integral practice. In addition to curating unique experiences, Rose has a private astrological counseling practice. 

To read more, or to book a session with Rose, visit her website here, or follow her for daily updates via Instagram. 

She will be co-hosting a castle retreat in France on November 22–27 to celebrate the transition of Jupiter from Sagittarius into Capricorn. A few spaces left if you feel called to actively partake in the closing of one cycle in preparation for the New Year, to work directly with the planetary transits. 

Resources:

• Learn more: rosetheodora.com
• Follow Rose on Instagram: @rosetheodora_astrology
• Instagram: instagram.com/kelseyjpatel
• Magik Vibes Instagram: instagram.com/magikvibes
• Facebook: facebook.com/kelseyjpatel
• Learn more about Kelsey at http://kelseyjpatel.com 

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Today, we are diving into spiritual teachings that may be new to you! My dear friend and incredible teacher, Anita Rosenberg, is here to share her deep knowledge on Chinese Metaphysics. This philosophy allows you to connect to the essence of yourself and the energy around you to have a better understanding of your journey. Anita explains the three components that control our lives, such as heaven luck, and how timing is a key component of this practice. When you know the timing and rating of each day, it allows you to take the right action. It helps you know when certain days will be better than others. These tools, like knowing your Chinese element, are here to help you feel empowered in life. Let’s go!

***Our meditation begins at [27:38]!

Learn more about Kelsey at http://kelseyjpatel.com 

Resources:

• Learn more: anitarosenberg.com
• Book: Heavenly Luck
• Anita’s Instagram: instagram.com/anitarosenbergstudio
• Instagram: instagram.com/kelseyjpatel
• Magik Vibes Instagram: instagram.com/magikvibes
• Facebook: facebook.com/kelseyjpatel

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As promised, my dear friend Hilary Jackendoff is back! In this episode, we are diving into balance, boundaries, feeling depleted, and choosing yourself. We talk about what it means to practice what you teach when you work in the wellness world. Hilary shares how she practices boundaries, and what balance looks like for her so she’s able to give to others. It’s a daily practice of choosing time for yourself so you may stay in balance and feel nourished, which allows you to truly be your best for others.

This episode is the prelude for our quarterly Yoga Nidra session with Hilary. Check out the Bonus Episode, Autumn Yoga Nidra, for today’s meditation.

Learn more about Kelsey at http://kelseyjpatel.com 

Resources:

• Learn more at meditationchick.com
• Follow Hilary on Instagram: @meditationchick
• Instagram: instagram.com/kelseyjpatel
• Magik Vibes Instagram: instagram.com/magikvibes
• Facebook: facebook.com/kelseyjpatel

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While in the energy and magik of the Full Moon in Aries, drop into this Yoga Nidra meditation with Hilary Jackendoff. May this practice cleanse your energy and release the weight of what you are carrying. May you slow down, rest, and receive so you may move forward with clarity and balance.

***Our meditation begins at [00:37]!

Learn more about Kelsey at http://kelseyjpatel.com 

Resources:

• Learn more at meditationchick.com
• Follow Hilary on Instagram: @meditationchick
• Instagram: instagram.com/kelseyjpatel
• Magik Vibes Instagram: instagram.com/magikvibes
• Facebook: facebook.com/kelseyjpatel

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