The Aligned Yogi

Keep Your Kidneys and Still Go On That Epic Yoga Retreat! In this episode of Aligned Yogi Podcast, Autumn shares her top strategies for making your dream yoga retreat a reality—without breaking the bank!

Whether you’ve been longing to go on a retreat but feel it’s out of your budget, or you just want to be a savvy traveler, this episode is packed with insider tips, travel hacks, and creative ways to save on retreat costs.

From booking flights at the right time to leveraging referral discounts, early bird specials, and even using credit card points, Autumn walks you through every step to make your retreat experience more affordable. She also explores funding options like birthday contributions, payment plans, and even skill trades with retreat facilitators. Tune in and discover how to prioritize your self-care and personal growth without financial stress!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Smart Booking Strategies: How to find early bird deals, track flight prices, and save big on travel
✅ Referral & Discount Programs: Ways to get money off your retreat through referrals and content creation
✅ Creative Retreat Funding: From birthday contributions to hosting workshops, unique ways to afford your trip
✅ Accommodation & Travel Hacks: How to cut costs by sharing rooms, traveling off-season, and finding budget-friendly transportation
✅ Budgeting for Extras: Planning ahead so you can fully enjoy your retreat experience

Mentioned in This Episode:

🛫 Flight Search Tools: Google Flights, Skyscanner, Hopper, SkipLagged
📅 Retreat Booking Platform: WeTravel (Check if your retreat facilitator offers contribution options!)
📍 Retreats with Autumn: Limited spots available for Sedona, Oregon, North Carolina, and Patagonia!

Free Resource: 💰 Get Your Free Retreat Budgeting Guide & Savings Checklist!
Download now at AutumnAdamsYoga.com (linked here).

Join the Community & Stay Connected: Follow Autumn on Instagram: @Ambuja_Yoga

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Until next time—keep dreaming, keep flowing, and keep aligning.

Episode 5: The Hidden Benefits of Yoga Retreats that No One Talks About

Welcome back to The Aligned Yogi Podcast! In this episode, Autumn Adams, owner of Ambuja Yoga, dives deep into the profound, hidden benefits of yoga retreats that go far beyond the mat. After over a decade of leading transformative retreats, Autumn shares the unexpected magic they offer to every attendee.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Transformative Magic of Retreats
Discover how retreats create extraordinary moments that feel orchestrated just for you, helping you rewire your perspective and reconnect with wonder.

The Power of Connection
Learn how yoga retreats foster deep, authentic bonds—with others and yourself—that make you feel seen, understood, and alive.

Time Redefined
Explore how retreats shift your relationship with time, allowing you to embrace ease, presence, and intention.

Healing Through Joy and Play
Understand the healing power of laughter, creativity, and uninhibited joy, and how they allow you to reclaim your vibrancy.

Rebuilding Self-Trust
Find out how attending a retreat cultivates self-trust, empowering you to reconnect with your intuition and resilience.

Featured Stories and Examples:
Autumn shares heartfelt stories from past retreats—from morning yoga with howler monkeys in Nicaragua to spontaneous moonlit dance sessions that rekindle a sense of childlike wonder. These experiences highlight the healing, connection, and breakthroughs attendees often experience.

Free Resource:
Curious about attending your first yoga retreat? Download Autumn’s free guide, The Perfect Yoga Retreat Checklist, to prepare for your journey. Get your guide here.

Join Us on Retreat:
Ready to transform your life? Explore Autumn’s upcoming retreats at ambujayoga.com and take the leap into a world of extraordinary moments.

Final Thought:
The magic of yoga retreats isn’t just in the destination—it’s in rediscovering the vibrant, extraordinary version of yourself. Tune in to uncover how you can bring these benefits into your life, starting today.

In this episode of The Aligned Yogi, I’m sharing the story behind Ambuja Yoga and my journey to becoming a retreat leader. From a six-month honeymoon in Southeast Asia to launching my first yoga retreat during teacher training, this is a story of bold moves, big dreams, and lessons learned. Along the way, I discovered the incredible power of yoga retreats to inspire connection, healing, and transformation—not just for attendees, but for the communities they touch.

Whether you’re a yoga practitioner dreaming of hosting retreats or someone ready to take a big leap in life, this episode will light a spark of inspiration.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Key Moments:

Why This Episode is for You:

If you’ve ever dreamed of leading retreats, creating a life aligned with your passions, or simply stepping into your truth, this episode offers inspiration and actionable insights. My story shows what’s possible when you follow your calling—even when it feels unconventional or scary.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

What big leap are YOU going to take this year? DM me on Instagram or share your story by joining my email list. Let’s create the life you’ve envisioned!

In this episode, Autumn explores the power of making bold life choices, encouraging listeners to take courageous steps toward their authentic lives. Using personal experiences and research-backed insights, she guides her audience through the transformative potential of "going all in." Show Notes with Timestamps

[0:00] – Welcome and Introduction Autumn introduces the episode's focus on bold life choices and their role in creating alignment and authenticity.

[1:05] – Power of Bold Choices Autumn discusses how bold choices align us with our true values, challenging societal expectations and comfort zones.

[2:00] – Personal Story: Burning the Boats She shares a significant moment at one of her retreats, where she fully committed to living authentically, symbolized by "burning the boats."

[4:14] – Commitment and Self-Worth Autumn explains research on grit and commitment, showing how deeply committing to a goal enhances focus and resilience.

[5:01] – Importance of Self-Worth Drawing on the Rosenberg self-esteem scale, Autumn highlights how staying aligned with our values fosters a positive self-image.

[5:57] – Growth Mindset and Facing Challenges A brief overview of Carol Dweck’s research on growth mindset, encouraging listeners to see challenges as opportunities for growth.

[6:33] – Visualization Exercise Autumn leads a grounding visualization, inviting listeners to envision themselves embracing a bold choice they’ve been hesitant about.

[8:03] – Facing Fear with Mindfulness A practice for grounding oneself when fear arises, encouraging a present-moment focus to alleviate anxiety.

[10:00] – Visualization Exercise: Imagining Bold Decisions Autumn guides listeners through visualizing their boldest selves, stepping fully into their power and embracing their choices.

[12:04] – Weekly Call to Action Listeners are encouraged to take one small step toward their bold goals and to use a worksheet to help outline actionable steps. [

13:13] – Community Support and Hashtags Autumn invites listeners to share their progress on social media using #alignedyogibold and #ambujayoga to foster community.

[13:32] – Retreat Invitation and Social Engagement Autumn mentions her upcoming retreats for deeper work on alignment and announces an upcoming Instagram Live on bold choices.

[14:04] – Closing Remarks Autumn wraps up, expressing gratitude for the community and encouraging listeners to embrace bold choices for a fulfilling life.

Episode Links: Download the Bold Action Worksheet: 

Follow on Instagram: @ambujayoga Upcoming Retreats: Visit Autumn’s Retreat Page

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Autumn Adams delves into the powerful topic of limiting beliefs—the hidden barriers that hold us back from living our most authentic and aligned lives. Drawing on insights from personal experience and research by leading psychologists, Autumn unpacks how these beliefs are formed, why they persist, and how to challenge and replace them. This episode provides practical guidance on shifting mindsets and offers a journaling framework to help listeners recognize and reframe self-doubt, self-sabotage, and hesitation. Listen in to explore a three-step process to dismantle limiting beliefs and step into your true potential.

Key Points Covered:

Understanding Limiting Beliefs:

The Science Behind Belief Shifts:

Practical Strategies for Releasing Limiting Beliefs:

Inspirational Story:

[00:00 - 01:00] Introduction

[01:01 - 02:14] What Are Limiting Beliefs?

[02:15 - 02:39] Recognizing the Power of Limiting Beliefs

[02:40 - 4:59] Research on Growth Mindset and Belief Shifts

[5:00 - 6:05] Inspiring Story of J.K. Rowling

[6:06 - 8:29] Impact of Limiting Beliefs on Mental Health and Wellbeing

[8:30 - 11:56] Three-Step Process for Releasing Limiting Beliefs & Using Yoga Nidra to Reframe Beliefs

[11:57 - 12:14] Journal Prompt Exercise

[12:15 - 13:19] Final Thoughts & Call to Action

Resources:

Welcome to the first episode of The Aligned Yogi! Join Autumn Adams as she introduces this podcast dedicated to empowering yogis, wellness seekers, and anyone looking to realign their lives with purpose and inner harmony.

In this episode, Autumn shares her personal journey in yoga, the purpose of The Aligned Yogi, and the vision for building a community of alignment and authenticity. Whether you're a yoga student, teacher, or wellness enthusiast, this episode will inspire you to reconnect with yourself and prioritize wellness on a deeper level.

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