The Planted Yogi

The Planted Yogi

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The Planted Yogi episodes

  • 9: Finding Meaning Beyond Religion – Spirituality, Resilience & Real Life with Reverend David Schwartz
    What does spirituality look like when traditional religion doesn’t quite fit? Today on The Planted Yogi, Dr. Ciara Martin sits down with Reverend David Schwartz, lead minister at the Unitarian Universalist congregation in Boulder, to talk about faith, imperfection, and finding meaning in today’s chaotic world.

    David shares his personal journey from the corporate world to spiritual leadership, why spirituality and resilience go hand in hand, and how embracing imperfection might be the most sacred practice of all.

    In this conversation, we explore:

    • Why you don’t need to “have it all figured out” to live a meaningful life
    • How spirituality can be personal, fluid, and not tied to one belief system
    • The role of ritual, community, and self-compassion in healing burnout
    • How practices like gratitude, deep listening, and intention setting can build resilience
      • Whether you're questioning your beliefs, feeling disconnected, or just looking for inspiration, this episode is for you.

      Episode Highlights:
      • [03:30] - What does Unitarian Universalism believe? A church without a creed
      • [08:15] - How David transitioned from corporate executive to minister
      • [14:00] - The challenge of bringing your whole self into different spaces
      • [19:30] - How rituals and community shape resilience
      • [25:00] - Why spirituality is about practice, not perfection
      • [31:15] - Parenting, imperfection, and the power of showing up
      • [37:00] - Small, sustained changes that can bring more meaning into daily life
      • [44:45] - How to start a spiritual practice that works for you
      • [51:00] - The balance of intellect, embodiment, and emotional integration
      • [58:00] - Why feeling your feelings is actually less scary than avoiding them
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            1 hr 11 min
          • 8: Optimizing Women’s Health with Dr. Skye – Pelvic Floor, Postpartum Recovery & Chiropractic Care
            How can chiropractic care and movement therapy support women’s health, from pregnancy to postpartum recovery? Today on The Planted Yogi, Dr. Ciara Martin sits down with Dr. Skye, a sports chiropractor and founder of Summit Sports Chiropractic & Rehab in Boulder, Colorado.

            Dr. Skye specializes in helping people move better, feel stronger, and recover faster, whether they’re athletes, weekend warriors, or moms navigating pregnancy and postpartum changes. In this episode, we explore pelvic health, movement dysfunctions, and how holistic therapies like chiropractic adjustments, dry needling, and cupping can enhance mobility, reduce pain, and restore balance.

            If you’re struggling with chronic tension, back pain, or postpartum recovery—or if you’re just an anatomy nerd—this episode is packed with insights to help you feel better in your body.

            Episode Highlights:
            • [02:15] - The #1 movement dysfunction affecting modern moms
            • [07:30] - Why sitting too much is a major issue & how to fix it
            • [12:45] - The anatomy of the pelvic floor & psoas muscle—and why they matter
            • [18:00] - Chiropractic care vs. physical therapy—what’s the difference?
            • [25:20] - What is dry needling, and how does it relieve chronic pain?
            • [33:00] - How cupping therapy can enhance circulation & recovery
            • [40:45] - The best stretches for hip flexors, lower back pain & pelvic stability
            • [50:30] - The biggest myths about chiropractic care & movement therapy
            • [58:00] - Why healing pain requires consistency, not quick fixes
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              Dr. Skye – Sports Chiropractic & Women’s Health Rehab
              • Website: Summit Sports Chiropractic & Rehab
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              • Free mobility assessment for first-time clients
              • Custom postpartum recovery & movement coaching
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                  57 min
                • 7: The Healing Power of Color & Sound – A New Approach to Yoga with Devaya Yoga
                  What if yoga could be more than movement and breath? What if it could activate your body's healing energy through color and sound? Today on The Planted Yogi, Dr. Ciara Martin sits down with Devaya Berry Sue Levin, founder of Devaya Yoga: The Yoga of Color & Sound—a method designed to make yoga more intuitive, vibrant, and deeply healing.

                  In this episode, we explore:
                  • How color and sound frequencies can deepen your yoga practice
                  • The science behind chakras and how they impact your energy, emotions, and health
                  • Why women, caretakers, and moms need these healing tools now more than ever
                  • Divya’s powerful personal journey—how yoga found her, led her to Costa Rica, and transformed her life
                    • Plus, she shares simple, practical ways to bring color and sound into your daily routine—whether you're a busy mom, a stressed-out professional, or just seeking more balance.

                    Episode Highlights:
                    • [03:00] - How Devya’s first meditation experience unlocked a healing vision
                    • [09:15] - The hidden power of Kundalini Yoga & sound healing
                    • [14:00] - What are chakras, and why do they matter for your body & emotions?
                    • [20:30] - The science behind breathwork—why most people breathe incorrectly
                    • [28:00] - How color visualization can instantly shift your mood & energy
                    • [35:45] - Practical breathwork & sound exercises you can do in 30 seconds
                    • [42:10] - How yoga nidra (yogic sleep) can be more restorative than a nap
                    • [50:00] - The power of sound for emotional release (especially for moms!)
                    • [58:30] - How to bring yoga off the mat & into daily life
                      • Connect with Ciara & Divya:
                      Devaya Yoga – The Yoga of Color & Sound
                      • Website: https://devayayoga.com/
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                        56 min
                      • 6: Transpersonal Therapy, Neurosculpting & the Science of Spiritual Healing with Anthony Sosa
                        How do we bridge science and spirituality to truly heal? Today on The Planted Yogi, Dr. Ciara Martin sits down with Anthony Sosa, a transpersonal therapist, neuroscientist, and modern guide for integrating spirituality into mental health and healing.

                        With a background in astrophysics, psychology, and mindfulness-based transpersonal counseling, Anthony offers a unique perspective on therapy that blends neuroscience with ancient wisdom traditions. We explore transpersonal therapy, breathwork, movement, archetypes, and neurosculpting—a brain-training meditation modality designed to rewire limiting beliefs, heal trauma, and optimize resilience.

                        Whether you're seeking tools to reduce anxiety, reconnect with yourself, or cultivate a deeper sense of purpose, this episode offers profound insights into healing the mind, body, and soul.

                        Episode Highlights:
                        • [02:30] - What is transpersonal therapy, and how does it differ from traditional therapy?
                        • [07:00] - How spirituality and neuroscience intersect in mental health
                        • [12:00] - Anthony’s personal journey: from astrophysics to transpersonal healing
                        • [18:00] - Why intellectual understanding alone isn’t enough for healing
                        • [25:00] - The science of breathwork & mindfulness for trauma recovery
                        • [33:00] - What is neurosculpting, and how does it help rewire the brain?
                        • [40:00] - How to self-direct neuroplasticity for personal transformation
                        • [48:00] - Why healing is the precursor to creative purpose & fulfillment
                        • [55:00] - Practical tools for balancing stress, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm
                          • Connect with Ciara & Anthony:
                          Anthony Sosa - Transpersonal Therapy & Neurosculpting
                          • Website: Neurosculpting Institute
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                            • Free 5-10 minute breath meditations for nervous system regulation
                            • Personalized coaching in transpersonal therapy, mindfulness & neurosculpting
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                                1 hr 14 min
                              • 5: Embodying Healing with Somatic Therapy & Dance with Lauren Pass Erickson
                                What does it truly mean to feel at home in your body? In this episode of The Planted Yogi, Dr. Ciara Martin welcomes Lauren Pass Erickson, a somatic therapist, dance movement therapist, and LGBTQ+ advocate, to discuss how body awareness, movement, and creativity can support mental health and healing.

                                Lauren explains how trauma is stored in the body, why movement is key to processing emotions, and how we can reclaim our authentic selves through embodiment practices. We also dive into social conditioning, gender identity, and the mind-body connection—plus, Lauren shares a guided movement meditation exclusively for our listeners!

                                If you’ve ever felt stuck in stress cycles or disconnected from your body, this episode will show you how to release, restore, and reconnect through somatic work and dance.

                                Episode Highlights:
                                • [04:00] - What is somatic therapy, and how does it differ from traditional talk therapy?
                                • [12:00] - How trauma gets stored in the body & how to release it
                                • [20:00] - The science of stress, movement & healing
                                • [30:00] - Dance & nonlinear movement as a tool for nervous system regulation
                                • [40:00] - Overcoming fear & vulnerability around movement
                                • [50:00] - Why children are better at embodiment than adults (and how to reclaim it)
                                • [60:00] - Lauren’s guided movement meditation to help you reset and reconnect
                                  • Connect with Ciara & Lauren:
                                  Lauren Pass Erickson - Somatic Therapy & Dance Healing
                                  • Website: Natural Embodiment
                                    • Free Gift for Listeners:
                                    • 3 free drop-in Dance Meditation Sessions (Mondays at 6:30 PM MT, virtual & open to all!)
                                    • 15% off your first three individual therapy sessions (for Colorado residents)
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                                        48 min
                                      • 4: Biohacking Strength & Longevity with Blood Flow Restriction Training with Satsunder Khalsa
                                        Could you work out for just 10 minutes a day and see the same results as hours in the gym? Today on The Planted Yogi, Dr. Ciara Martin sits down with Satsunder Khalsa, an expert in biohacking, longevity, and wellness optimization, to explore the science behind Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training—specifically, how B3 bands can enhance muscle growth, endurance, and recovery while cutting workout time in half.

                                        Satsunder explains how BFR training increases nitric oxide and human growth hormone, boosting strength without heavy lifting. We break down the science, benefits, and misconceptions about lactic acid, muscle hypertrophy, and how these bands are used by Olympic athletes, rehab specialists, and everyday fitness enthusiasts to train smarter, not harder.

                                        Whether you're a high-performance athlete, busy parent, or someone looking to improve longevity and vitality, this episode is packed with cutting-edge insights on fitness, recovery, and longevity.

                                        Episode Highlights:
                                        • [03:00] - What is Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training?
                                        • [07:00] - The science of lactic acid, nitric oxide & HGH
                                        • [15:00] - How BFR can cut workout time in half while maximizing gains
                                        • [22:00] - Rehab & injury recovery: How BFR helps prevent muscle atrophy
                                        • [30:00] - Why Olympic athletes & pro sports teams are using B3 bands
                                        • [38:00] - How BFR training supports longevity & anti-aging
                                        • [45:00] - Ciara’s first experience using the bands & her initial impressions
                                        • [50:00] - How to integrate BFR into yoga, hiking & daily life
                                          • Connect with Ciara & Satsunder:
                                          Satsunder Khalsa - B3 Blood Flow Restriction Training
                                          • Website: B3 Sciences
                                          • Contact Satsunder for personalized coaching & band recommendations
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                                              46 min
                                            • 3: Healing Through Microdosing & Somatics with Carma Ferri
                                              🎧 Episode Summary:

                                              Have you ever wondered how microdosing could transform your mindset, ease anxiety, and unlock creativity? In this episode of The Planted Yogi, Dr. Ciara Martin welcomes Carma Ferri, a modern-day soulful medicine woman, certified master coach, and expert in plant medicine and somatic healing.

                                              Carma shares her deeply personal journey of healing generational trauma, PTSD, and anxiety through microdosing, breathwork, and movement. She breaks down the science of the nervous system, how the body holds trauma, and why somatic practices are essential for true healing.

                                              We also discuss the sacred nature of psychedelics, how to approach them intentionally, and the importance of integration. If you’ve ever been curious about microdosing or felt stuck in cycles of stress and overwhelm, this episode is full of wisdom and actionable insights.

                                              Episode Highlights:
                                              • [04:00] - What is somatic healing, and why is it essential?
                                              • [10:00] - The science behind trauma & the nervous system
                                              • [18:00] - Karma’s personal journey with psychedelics & somatics
                                              • [28:00] - The therapeutic difference between micro & macro dosing
                                              • [38:00] - Why psychedelics don’t heal you—but they show you how to heal
                                              • [50:00] - The importance of integration & daily nervous system regulation
                                              • [60:00] - Creating a sacred relationship with plant medicine
                                                • Connect with Carma & Ciara:
                                                Carma Ferri - The Soulful Medicine Woman
                                                • Website: The Soulful Medicine Woman 
                                                • Instagram: @thesoulfulmedicinewoman 
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                                                    1 hr 1 min
                                                  • 2: Whimsical Wellness: Ayurvedic Cooking & Food as Medicine with Jenna Moffat
                                                    What if food wasn’t just about fueling your body, but also about nourishing your soul? In this episode of The Planted Yogi, Dr. Ciara Martin sits down with Jenna Moffat, Ayurvedic chef and founder of Whimsical Wellness, to explore the magic of food, intuition, and nourishment.

                                                    Jenna shares her journey from processed food lover to self-taught chef, weaving Ayurvedic wisdom into every meal she creates. We discuss the power of farm-to-table eating, the seasonal rhythms of food, and why small shifts in your diet can have a massive impact on your health.

                                                    This episode is perfect for busy moms, wellness seekers, and anyone ready to rethink their relationship with food. Learn how to bring mindfulness into cooking, embrace seasonal eating, and make nourishing yourself easier & more joyful.

                                                    Episode Highlights:
                                                    • [02:30] - How Ciara met Jenna & their journey into Ayurveda
                                                    • [08:00] - Jenna’s food journey: From processed foods to Ayurvedic chef
                                                    • [18:00] - The power of seasonal eating & why food affects emotions
                                                    • [30:00] - How small shifts in diet create long-term change
                                                    • [40:00] - The spiritual energy of food & why sourcing matters
                                                    • [50:00] - Cooking for retreats & creating sacred meals
                                                    • [58:00] - How Jenna is expanding Whimsical Wellness with events & courses
                                                      • Connect with Jenna & Ciara:
                                                      Jenna Moffat - Whimsical Wellness
                                                      • Website: Well & Whimsical
                                                      • Instagram: @whimsical_wellness 
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                                                          52 min
                                                        • 1: Healing Through Rapid Transformational Therapy with Kristen Hannappel
                                                          When was the last time you felt truly alive? In this episode of The Planted Yogi, Dr. Ciara Martin sits down with Kristen Honopel, founder of New Realisations and a Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) expert.

                                                          Kristen shares how RTT—a blend of hypnosis, cognitive therapy, and somatic healing—helps people rewire their subconscious beliefs, release emotional blocks, and transform their lives. From overcoming chronic anxiety, misophonia, and perfectionism to healing birth trauma and money blocks, we explore how tapping into the subconscious can unlock true well-being.

                                                          Ciara also shares her own powerful RTT experience, including an unexpected regression to her birth trauma, and how reprocessing stored emotions changed her life.

                                                          If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, this episode is a must-listen!

                                                           Episode Highlights: 
                                                          •  [02:30] - How Ciara met Kristen & her journey into RTT
                                                          •  [08:00] - What is Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) & why it works
                                                          •  [18:45] - How emotions are stored in the body & why trauma manifests physically
                                                          •  [30:00] - Overcoming chronic issues (misophonia, perfectionism, UTIs, public speaking anxiety)
                                                          •  [50:00] - Ciara’s RTT experience: Healing birth trauma & subconscious fears
                                                          •  [58:00] - How RTT helps mothers overcome overwhelm & reclaim balance 
                                                            • Connect with Kristen & Ciara:
                                                            Kristen Hannappel - New Realizations
                                                            • Website: https://newrealisations.com/
                                                            • Instagram: @newrealisations
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                                                              • Website: https://www.theplantedyogi.com/
                                                              • Instagram: @the.planted.yogi
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                                                                1 hr 13 min

                                                              About The Planted Yogi

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                                                              Welcome to The Planted Yogi—your go-to podcast for hitting refresh on life when burnout hits hard and joy feels like a distant memory. Hosted by Dr. Ciara Martin—wellness coach, yoga instructor, and literal expert in toxins (she’s got a PhD in toxicology, after all)—this podcast is where science meets self-care with a side of humor.