Redesigning the Dharma

In Episode 30 of Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma, Adrian Baker continues his conversation with Zen priest and Dzogchen practitioner, Kokyo Henkel. They discuss how he balances Zen and Dzogchen practices on a day-to-day basis—keeping ritual practices separate, and dive into his current hermitage life, his upcoming book, and the differences between between group and solitary retreat. This episode presents concrete advice onscheduling, exercise, reading/chanting, boundaries, weekly retreat days, and modern challenges like phone distraction and reintegration.

• 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro
• 01:33 Balancing Zen and Dzogchen Practices
• 07:25 Life After Monastery + Daily Schedule at Hermitage
• 11:06 Month Long Solo Retreats
• 14:12 Group Retreat Social Dynamics
• 18:43 Advice for Self Retreats
• 25:33 Reintegration After Retreat
• 29:01 Digital Detox and Phones
• 30:22 Offerings and Closing

Kokyo Henkel has dedicated his life to Buddhist practice since 1990. He spent nearly two decades in monastic training, living at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Green Gulch Farm, and No Abode Hermitage in the Sōtō Zen lineage of Shunryu Suzuki Roshi. He also spent a full year studying in Japan at Bukokuji Monastery under Tangen Harada Roshi. Tenshin Reb Anderson Roshi ordained Henkel as a Zen priest in nineteen ninety-four and gave him Dharma transmission in twenty ten, making him the ninety-second generation lineage holder. From 2010 - 2020, Henkel served as the guiding teacher at the Santa Cruz Zen Center.

Beyond his roots in Zen, Henkel integrates Tibetan Vajrayana and Dzogchen traditions into his path. He has studied with masters like Tsoknyi Rinpoche since two thousand and three and completed his foundational Ngöndro practices in twenty twenty. Today, Henkel focuses on applying ancient teachings from India, China, and Japan to modern life. He lives with his wife at Bright Window Hermitage, a retreat space in California's Santa Lucia Mountains for practitioners of all traditions.

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SAN FRANCISCO ZEN CENTER

GREEN GULCH FARM SESSHINS

In Episode 29 of Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma, Adrian Baker interviews Zen priest and Dzogchen practitioner Kokyo Henkel on his decades of Sōtō Zen training, ordination and dharma transmission, study with Tsoknyi Rinpoche, and current retreat life at Bright Window Hermitage. In this conversation, Henkel recounts discovering Zen at Brown University, joining practice groups, and moving to Tassajara and Green Gulch, where short-term residency became nearly two decades of monastic-style life. They discuss differences between monastic and householder practice, Japanese versus Chinese/Korean monasticism, and how Japan shifted to bodhisattva-only precepts and married priesthood. Henkel describes being drawn to Dzogchen for its clear articulation of non-dual awareness and explains Ngöndro’s structure, purpose, and benefits when undertaken after gaining Dzogchen “pointing out.”

• 00:00 Introduction to Kokyo Henkel
• 01:35 Discovering Zen at Brown
• 06:54 Monastic Life vs Householder Practice
• 09:59 Japan Zen History
• 13:24 Finding Dzogchen and Tsoknyi Rinpoche
• 19:32 Zen vs Dzogchen Teaching Styles
• 25:39 What is Ngondro and What Are The Benefits?
• 32:37 Conclusion and Intro to Part Two

Kokyo Henkel has dedicated his life to Buddhist practice since 1990. He spent nearly two decades in monastic training, living at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Green Gulch Farm, and No Abode Hermitage in the Sōtō Zen lineage of Shunryu Suzuki Roshi. He also spent a full year studying in Japan at Bukokuji Monastery under Tangen Harada Roshi. Tenshin Reb Anderson Roshi ordained Henkel as a Zen priest in nineteen ninety-four and gave him Dharma transmission in twenty ten, making him the ninety-second generation lineage holder. From 2010 - 2020, Henkel served as the guiding teacher at the Santa Cruz Zen Center.

Beyond his roots in Zen, Henkel integrates Tibetan Vajrayana and Dzogchen traditions into his path. He has studied with masters like Tsoknyi Rinpoche since two thousand and three and completed his foundational Ngöndro practices in twenty twenty. Today, Henkel focuses on applying ancient teachings from India, China, and Japan to modern life. He lives with his wife at Bright Window Hermitage, a retreat space in California's Santa Lucia Mountains for practitioners of all traditions.

KOKYO HENKEL’S WEBSITE

BRIGHT WINDOW HERMITAGE

SAN FRANCISCO ZEN CENTER

GREEN GULCH FARM SESSHINS

In Episode 28 of Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma, Adrian Baker interviews Buddhist meditation teacher Scott Tusa about spiritual materialism and Tsoknyi Rinpoche’s Fully Being teachings.

Tusa describes spiritual materialism as using spiritual practice to bolster ego-clinging, noting it can appear in obvious cultural trends and in subtle fixations on beliefs, identities, and “getting rid of” suffering; he recommends tools like mindfulness, hope-and-fear awareness, and curiosity.

He outlines Fully Being’s core somatic practices—dropping, vase breathing, and handshaking—developed to address modern disconnection between thinking and the “feeling world,” and explains how they relate to Mahamudra-style letting-be and support deeper Vajrayana practice as “ngöndro before ngöndro.”

The conversation covers subtle body theory (tsa, lung, tigle), modern “speediness,” anxiety and lung disorder, essence love as basic okayness, and parallels with plant-medicine experiences, emphasizing meeting feelings compassionately rather than reinforcing stories.

• 00:00 Introduction to Scott Tusa
• 01:34 What Is Spiritual Materialism?
• 11:26 What Is Tsoknyi Rinpoche's Fully Being?
• 18:29 Subtle Body and Speediness
• 26:42 Tibetan Subtle Body Basics and Fully Being Practices
• 32:46 Drop the Story Your Experience
• 39:37 What is Essence Love?
• 47:14 Nonduality Without Bypass
• 49:50 Wrap Up and Offerings

Scott Tusa is a Buddhist meditation teacher and practitioner who has spent the last 25 years exploring how to embody and live meaningfully through the Buddhist path.At age sixteen, his mother's death sparked a deep longing for healing and spiritual wisdom that eventually led him to Tibetan Buddhism. He spent my early twenties seeking out and learning from a variety of Tibetan Buddhist masters, and was ordained by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama as a Buddhist monk at age twenty-eight. He spent the next nine years as a monk, deepening his understanding of the Dharma, engaging in solitary meditation retreats, and continuing his studies with teachers in India, Nepal, and the United States, including his main teachers Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Tsoknyi Rinpoche. Since 2008, he has been teaching Buddhist meditation in group and one-to-one settings in the United States, Europe, Latin America, and online, bringing Buddhist wisdom to modern meditators, helping them to deepen and develop more confidence in their practice.

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Episode 27 of Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma features a conversation with Dr. Ian Baker, an experienced scholar, explorer, and author specializing in Vajrayana Buddhism. They discuss Dr. Baker's transformative journey into pilgrimage, beginning with his initial exposure to Asian culture and Tibetan Buddhism during college.

The conversation delves into the significance of pilgrimage in spiritual practice, including the concepts of outer, inner, and secret pilgrimage in the Tibetan tradition. Dr. Baker shares insights from his extensive experiences leading pilgrimages to sacred sites across the Himalayas, Bhutan, India, and beyond. They also explore contemporary pilgrimages, blending traditional practices with modern exploration, and the importance of cultivating a pilgrim’s mindset.

• 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Ian Baker
• 05:43 The Hidden Lands and Spiritual Practices
• 08:48 Integrating Stillness and Movement
• 15:38 The Concept of Outer, Inner, and Secret Pilgrimage
• 26:50 Embracing Discomfort and Exploration
• 32:42 The Hero's Journey and Ego Death
• 34:14 Psychedelics, Religious Traditions, and Cultural Exchange On The Silk Road
• 47:53 Pilgrim's Mindset vs. Tourist Mindset
• 51:32 Mongolia vs Bhutan vs India & Upcoming Offerings

Designated by the National Geographic Society as one of 7 “Explorers for the Millennium,” Ian Baker is an anthropologist, historian and author of multiple books on Tibetan and Himalayan art, culture and environment including The Heart of the World: A Journey to the Last Secret Place, Celestial Gallery, The Tibetan of Art of Healing, and The Dalai Lama’s Secret Temple, a collaborative work with His Holiness The Dalai Lama that illuminates Tantric Buddhist meditation practices.

He completed graduate work at the University of Oxford and received his PhD after extensive fieldwork in Myanmar among contemporary practitioners of Buddhist alchemy. He subsequently worked with tantric Buddhist adepts in Bhutan, leading to his critically acclaimed book, Tibetan Yoga: Principles and Practices.

Ian is an executive board member of Himalayan Consensus Institute and serves internationally as a consultant and lecturer in environmental and cultural heritage conservation. From 2011 until 2016 he collaborated with London’s Wellcome Trust, curating an exhibition of Himalayan art entitled ‘Tibet’s Secret Temple: Body, Mind and Meditation in Tantric Buddhism’ to which he also contributed texts, photography, and film.

Ian leads pilgrimages and scheduled travel seminars in India, Tibet, and Bhutan with The Vajra Path, Caravanza, and on his own. He has also designed and conducted academic travel programs in Tibet, Bhutan, and Nepal for Smithsonian Institution, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and National Geographic Society. Through the Hidden Lands Trust, he works actively to preserve indigenous cultures and ecosystems in the eastern Himalayas, based on local models of environmental conservation that ensure sustained benefit to local communities.

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Episode 26 of Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma features a conversation with Scott Tusa, a Buddhist meditation teacher and former monk with 23 years of experience. They discuss Scott's journey from encountering Buddhism at age 19, to living as a Buddhist monk ordained by the 14th Dalai Lama, and later returning to householder life. Scott shares insights from his experiences, including the importance of integrating personal practice with teaching, and practical advice on navigating challenges with social media and modern life. They explore different Buddhist traditions and techniques for dealing with like and dislike, craving, and the importance of maintaining equanimity. Scott emphasizes the importance of continual self-honesty, the guidance of experienced teachers, and the role of somatic awareness in deepening one's practice. The episode ends with an overview of Scott’s meditation and buddhism mentoring offerings as well as a sneak peek at some of his courses on lojong (mind training) and mindful parenting.

• 00:00 Introduction to Scott Tusa
• 01:57 Early Encounters with Buddhism & Journey to Monastic Life
• 09:05 Challenges and Reflections on Monasticism
• 19:46 Dharma and Awakening for Modern Practitioners
• 34:12 Exploring Equanimity and Understanding Preferences and Boundaries
• 46:59 Navigating Social Media and Modern
• 54:42 Conclusion and Upcoming Offerings

Scott Tusa is a Buddhist meditation teacher and practitioner who has spent the last 25 years exploring how to embody and live meaningfully through the Buddhist path.

At age sixteen, his mother's death sparked a deep longing for healing and spiritual wisdom that eventually led him to Tibetan Buddhism. He spent my early twenties seeking out and learning from a variety of Tibetan Buddhist masters, and was ordained by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama as a Buddhist monk at age twenty-eight.

He spent the next nine years as a monk, deepening his understanding of the Dharma, engaging in solitary meditation retreats, and continuing his studies with teachers in India, Nepal, and the United States, including his main teachers Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Tsoknyi Rinpoche.

Since 2008, he has been teaching Buddhist meditation in group and one-to-one settings in the United States, Europe, Latin America, and online, bringing Buddhist wisdom to modern meditators, helping them to deepen and develop more confidence in their practice.

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LOJONG COURSE ON TRICYCLE

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Episode 25 of Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma features a conversation with Brazilian artist, Tiffani Gyatso, about her life and work in Tibetan Buddhist Thangka painting. Tiffani begins by sharing her fascinating journey, from her upbringing in a spiritual community in Brazil to her studies in sacred art and geometry. They discuss her studies at the Gandan Monastery in Mongolia and the Norbulingka Institute in India, as well as her contemporary art practices and sacred pilgrimages. The conversation delves into themes of spiritual anatomy, the power of imagination, and the intersection of art and spirituality. Tiffani also discusses her art retreats at Atelier YabYum in Brazil, her global pilgrimages, and the importance of embracing both duality and non-duality in spiritual practice.

• 00:00 Introduction to Tiffany Gyatso
• 04:56 Discovering & Training In Traditional Tibetan Thangka Art
• 12:59 Expanding With Sacred Art and Geometry
• 22:58 How Art Transforms Perception And Helps Open Consciousness
• 34:45 The Power of Imagination And The Erotic in Buddhism
• 41:31 Duality In Life, Art, and Buddhism
• 49:50 How To Balance Conceptual and Experiential Learning
• 58:30 The Value of Pilgrimage and Upcoming Offerings

Tiffani Gyatso is a Brazilian artist born in 1981. She studied graphic design in Munich, Germany and later specialized in Thangka Painting (Tibetan Buddhist Art). She was introduced to sacred arts at the Gandam monastery in Mongolia and completed her studies at the Norbulingka Institute, in India (2003-06). In 2016/17/19 she enrolled in several courses in sacred geometry and Islamic patterns at the Prince School (PSTA) in London, UK.

From 2007 to 2012 she undertook the large-scale project to paint a complete Tibetan temple (CEBB) in traditional form in south of Brazil. She teaches Thangka painting since 2006 all over Brazil and South America, opening in 2016 the first school and art retreat in Brazil dedicated to this art form, the Atelier YabYum. 

Alongside her traditional practice, Tiffani explores a more intuitive and contemplative artistic language in her contemporary work. Horses, symbols of vitality and freedom that have accompanied her since childhood, are the main inspiration behind her paintings. Her contemporary works have been exhibited in Brazil and New York.

In 2015, she published Life and Thangka, and she continues to contribute writings to Buddhistdoor Global.

Tiffani has been leading annual art pilgrimages to India and Tibet since 2013, and in 2017, she co-founded Mystic Art Retreats to make the practice more accessible.

She works today at her studio Atelier YabYum at the inner state of São Paulo and teaches all over the country and South America. She lectures traditional Thangka painting and also gives Immersions on Creative art, self expressions and Art therapy groups which she developed based in body awareness, movement and contemplative arts.

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Episode 24 with Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma features a conversation with fiction writer and essayist, Sarah Kokernot. Sarah, who has practiced Tibetan Buddhism for 20 years, shares insights from her writing on Dharma practice and the creative process. Their dialogue begins with an overview of Sarah's spiritual journey and the profound impact of Dzogchen on her life. They explore the themes of Eros, love, and devotion in contemplative practice, highlighting the intersection of the erotic and spiritual fulfillment. Sarah also recommends resources for those interested in deepening their understanding of Dharma, including her Substack, Your Wild and Radiant Mind, and various teachings from Lama Lina and Lama Justin von Bujdoss.

• 00:00 Introduction to Sarah Kokernot
• 03:54 Sarah’s Dharma Journey: Finding a Teacher and Deepening Practice
• 16:10 Exploring the Erotic in Dharma
• 24:01 Suffering In Life (Through A Buddhist Lens)
• 32:38 Eros and Intimate Presence in Mind
• 37:51 Compassion vs. Love
• 42:47 The Meaning of Devotion in Practice
• 47:46 Resources and Closing Thoughts

Sarah is a fiction writer and essayist who has practiced Tibetan Buddhism for 20 years. Her work has appeared in the Buddhist publication, Tricycle, The New York Times, The Best American Short Stories, EPOCH, Michigan Quarterly Review, Crazy Horse and other publications.

Raised in Kentucky in a queer family during the 80s and 90s, Sarah Kokernot found refuge in books, nature, chosen family, and the numinous. That early search for belonging continues to shape her work, and after fifteen years of publishing, she remains most devoted to creative authenticity and genuine connection.

Now based near Chicago with her husband and two children, she works as a grant writer and nonprofit consultant at StoryStudio, one of the nation’s leading creative writing centers.

With nearly two decades of teaching experience, Sarah mentors writers as a creative coach and manuscript consultant. She is currently completing her first novel and developing a book of essays, as well as sharing her insights on Dharma and creativity through her Substack, Your Wild and Radiant Mind.

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Episode 23 with Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma is part 2 of a conversation with Dr. Miles Neale. Dr. Miles Neale is a psychotherapist, Tibetan Buddhist teacher, and author. This episode continues with a discussion on the profound significance of inner, outer, and secret pilgrimages; the challenges and rewards of integrating these transformative experiences into everyday life; and the collective pilgrimage of humanity in the face of modern crises. Dr. Neale also shares personal insights from his move to Bali and his ongoing work, including his experiences leading international pilgrimages, and the launch of his newest book, Return with Elixir .

• 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Miles Neale
• 03:31 Therapy as a Form of Pilgrimage
• 05:44 The Challenges of Integration
• 11:31 The Collective Pilgrimage of Civilization
• 17:20 The Importance of a Guided Path
• 23:34 The Illusion of Quick Enlightenment
• 32:43 Personal Journey: Moving to Bali
• 40:02 Upcoming Pilgrimages and Final Thoughts

Dr. Miles Neale is a psychotherapist in private practice, teacher of Tibetan Buddhism, founder of the Gradual Path for inner and outer journeys, author of Gradual Awakening, and co-editor of Advances in Contemplative Psychotherapy.

His latest book, Return with Elixir: Four Maps for the Pilgrimage of the Soul Through Death and Rebirth (Inner Traditions, 2025), integrates Joseph Campbell’s mythology, Carl Jung’s psychology, Tibetan Buddhist alchemy, and the precession of the equinoxes.

Over the past twenty-five years, Miles has fused Eastern spirituality with Western psychology. He earned a Masters in meditation research from New York University, a Doctorate in clinical psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, and trained in long-term mentor-student relationships with preeminent American Buddhist scholars Professor Robert Thurman, PhD, and Dr. Joseph Loizzo, MD, PhD as well as Tibetan master Geshe Tenzin Zopa.

He has taught psychology and meditation at the integrative medical clinics of Harvard, Columbia, and Cornell universities, designed and led the two-year Contemplative Studies Immersion certificate program based on the Tibetan gradual path (lam-rim), offers courses and workshops internationally including at the Tibet House, US, and has initiated service projects supporting nunneries in the Himalayan region.

Miles curates and leads life-changing pilgrimages to sacred sites around the world and lives between New York City and Bali, Indonesia.

DR. MILES NEALE’S WEBSITE

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Episode 22 with Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma features a conversation with Dr. Miles Neale, a psychotherapist and Tibetan Buddhist teacher. They explore Dr. Neale's multi-disciplinary approach of integrating Eastern spirituality with Western psychology. The conversation dives into his latest book, 'Return with Elixir,' and delves deep into the concept of pilgrimage as a profound spiritual practice.

Dr. Neale shares insights from his years of experience leading pilgrimages to sacred sites around the world and discusses the transformational potential of these journeys. The discussion also touches on the integration of alchemical principles, the convergence of various religious and mystical traditions, and how pilgrimage can lead to inner and secret realizations. This enlightening conversation offers valuable perspectives for anyone interested in spiritual growth, therapeutic practices, and the intersection of ancient wisdom with modern life.

• 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Miles Neale
• 01:52 The Intersection of Psychology and Tibetan Buddhism
• 06:41 The Role of Pilgrimage in Spiritual Practice
• 16:56 The Significance of Pilgrimage and Sacred Sites
• 24:01 Understanding the Pilgrimage Mindset
• 28:07 Pilgrimage as Transformational Travel
• 34:57 Personal Pilgrimage Experiences
• 42:11 Inner Pilgrimage and Psychedelic Journeys

Dr. Miles Neale is a psychotherapist in private practice, teacher of Tibetan Buddhism, founder of the Gradual Path for inner and outer journeys, author of Gradual Awakening, and co-editor of Advances in Contemplative Psychotherapy.

His latest book, Return with Elixir: Four Maps for the Pilgrimage of the Soul Through Death and Rebirth (Inner Traditions, 2025), integrates Joseph Campbell’s mythology, Carl Jung’s psychology, Tibetan Buddhist alchemy, and the precession of the equinoxes.

Over the past twenty-five years, Miles has fused Eastern spirituality with Western psychology. He earned a Masters in meditation research from New York University, a Doctorate in clinical psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, and trained in long-term mentor-student relationships with preeminent American Buddhist scholars Professor Robert Thurman, PhD, and Dr. Joseph Loizzo, MD, PhD as well as Tibetan master Geshe Tenzin Zopa.

He has taught psychology and meditation at the integrative medical clinics of Harvard, Columbia, and Cornell universities, designed and led the two-year Contemplative Studies Immersion certificate program based on the Tibetan gradual path (lam-rim), offers courses and workshops internationally including at the Tibet House, US, and has initiated service projects supporting nunneries in the Himalayan region.

Miles curates and leads life-changing pilgrimages to sacred sites around the world and lives between New York City and Bali, Indonesia.

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READ “RETURN WITH ELIXIR”

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Episode 21 with Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma features a conversation with Zahra Adloo, a Los Angeles-based mental health professional and psychedelic integrator who specializes in integrating Eastern philosophy with Western psychology. Zahra shares her unique approach to therapy, incorporating Reiki, trauma-informed yoga, and somatic practices to help individuals reconnect with their core identities and overcome challenges such as trauma, addiction, and anxiety.

The discussion delves deeply into Zahra's personal experience with psychedelics, particularly Ayahuasca and Ibogaine, and how these experiences facilitated her healing journey and informed her professional practice. The conversation also touches on themes like non-attachment, surrender, the importance of self-awareness, and maintaining a healthy balance between productivity and personal well-being. Additionally, Zahra shares her interest in biohacking and longevity as part of a holistic approach to mental health and personal growth.

• 00:00 Introduction to Zahra Adloo
• 01:56 Zahra's Psychedelic Journey
• 13:17 The Transformative Power of Stillness
• 27:04 Integrating Psychedelic Experiences
• 34:08 Releasing The Ego & Discerning True Purpose
• 40:04 Karmic Visions and Ayahuasca
• 52:45 Embodying Healing As A Psychedelic Facilitator
• 1:03:04 Biohacking and Plant Medicine For Longevity

Zahra Adloo is a dedicated mental health professional and wellness host based in Los Angeles, specializing in helping individuals find meaning and purpose by uncovering their authentic selves. Through her unique, integrative approach, Zahra assists clients in navigating personal challenges and reconnecting with their core identities, fostering clarity, direction, hope, and healing.

Her clinical work blends Eastern philosophy with Western psychology, incorporating Reiki, energy healing, trauma-informed yoga, and somatic practices. Zahra’s therapeutic focus on self-compassion and empowerment has transformed the lives of those struggling with trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, OCD, and body image issues.

Zahra is also an expert in psychedelic integration, particularly in the use of Ibogaine for addiction recovery. As a Certified Psilocybin-Assisted Therapist through Fluence, she offers compassionate, informed care through every stage of the psychedelic healing process.

Beyond private practice, Zahra curates transformational wellness events across Los Angeles, where she creates safe and inspiring spaces for individuals to connect deeply with themselves and each other. Her events are rooted in themes like building community, reclaiming authenticity, nervous system healing, and integrating spiritual and mental well-being.

Trained at Palo Alto University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy, Zahra also draws personal inspiration from yoga, hiking, creative writing, travel, and her work as a podcast host and speaker. Her passion for cross-cultural connection and holistic transformation makes her an invaluable guide for those seeking soul-aligned mental health and growth.

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