The Devotion Potion

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of embodiment, focusing on how dance serves as a profound and sophisticated technology for being fully present in our bodies. Carly shares her personal journey of discovering the power of embodiment through dance, especially ecstatic dance, and how it's been a vital practice for releasing stagnant energy and emotions. With modern life bombarding us with overwhelming information, Carly explores how practices like dance, breathwork, shaking and movement help regulate our nervous systems and move energy that might otherwise build up and cause stress or emotional blowups. She also reflects on the importance of creating space in our daily lives for these embodiment practices to help us process trauma, maintain emotional balance, and reclaim a sense of trust and power in our bodies.

My Ecstatic Dance Playlists *as promised*:

Devotion in Motion

New Moon Ecstatic

Abundant Ecstatic

In this episode, I dive into my journey with creativity and the practice of Dharma Sprints. After reading Rick Rubin’s The Creative Act, I felt inspired to explore my own creative process, only to discover how little I actually knew. I reflect on the ebbs and flows of creativity and how showing up daily has been a lesson in devotion.

I also introduce you to the concept of Dharma Sprints, created by Eric Godsey, which are 90-minute focused sessions designed to cultivate attention and focus, especially in the age of distractions. Through these sprints, I've learned how powerful it is to create for the sake of creating—without attachment to the outcome or urgency.

From moments of resistance to breakthroughs, I share the emotional rollercoaster of honoring my artistic path and making art simply for the joy of it. This episode is full of reflections on the tension between control and surrender, the magic of manifestation, and how staying flexible is key to creative devotion.

If you're ready to dive deeper into your own artistic expression, this episode will inspire you to lean in, create, and make space for the muse.

Tune in for a heartfelt exploration of what it means to show up for your creative self and trust the process, no matter where it leads.

In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Amanda Hughey for an open, honest conversation about faith, devotion, and the process of personal transformation. Amanda shares her incredible journey, starting with her strict religious upbringing and time spent in the intense environment of the Honor Academy and Teen Mania Ministries, where she held leadership roles and was actively involved in media outreach. We dive into how those experiences shaped her understanding of devotion, and what eventually led her to question the very systems she was part of. Together, we explore the emotional complexity of navigating religious trauma, personal identity, and what it means to reclaim your spiritual path. Amanda speaks candidly about how she gave herself permission to redefine her relationship with faith and God, ultimately creating a more authentic connection. This conversation is raw, vulnerable, and truly inspiring, offering a glimpse into what it takes to break free from rigid spiritual structures and find your own way to devotion.

Follow Amanda's music journey and stay connected with her work:

• Instagram: amandahugh + flatsusanofficial

• Spotify: Amanda Hughey

If you want to explore further into what it was like at IHOPKC:

Heaven Bent Podcast - Season 4

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of devotion—specifically, devotion to your dreams. I share my personal journey of being committed to my vision, from the desire to leave my hometown in Florida for a life closer to nature, to the challenges and emotional complexities that come with choosing yourself again and again. This episode touches on the importance of listening to your deepest desires, even when fear and doubt try to convince you otherwise.

Through candid storytelling, Carly highlights the messy, nonlinear path of going after what lights you up, while embracing the loneliness and heartache that sometimes accompanies choosing your own path. She encourages listeners to sit with their dreams, define their values, and commit to their unique journeys with fierce integrity. Whether you’re searching for clarity around your dreams or feeling stuck in the process, this episode offers practical guidance to help you move forward with courage and faith.

Tune in to be reminded that your dreams matter and that devotion to yourself is the most powerful thing you can do in the face of uncertainty.

Welcome to the Devotion Potion Podcast! In this very first episode, I introduce the heart and soul behind why I started this journey. This podcast is all about reclaiming our power by showing devotion to ourselves in a world that often tells us our power must be outsourced. I share my personal story and intentions for expanding your horizons on what’s possible for your life when you begin to truly show up for yourself. Together, we’ll explore the various ways self-devotion can transform your life and help you reconnect with the power that’s always been within you.

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Instagram: gnarly____carly

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