The Peaceful Power Podcast focuses on living a holistic lifestyle in an East Meets West Way. We will discuss Ayurveda, hormone health, and blending the spiritual to the mind body approach in wellness. Every week there will be a guest or a solo show diving deeper into a holistic wellness practice geared to give you take away nuggets you can implement into your lifestyle as soon as you listen. Andrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, Personal Trainer, 500 hr Yoga Teacher, and Author ...
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Vanashree Belgamwar, a distinguished graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery, is an expert in Nadi Pariksha, Ayurvedic pulse assessment. Growing up in a family of Ayurvedic practitioners, her profound connection with Ayurveda began at age 7 when it healed her from Hepatitis A. Since 2013, practicing in Minnesota, Vanashr…
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Let’s talk about the menstrual cycle and what a Vata imbalance might look like according to your cycle. So I track my cycle every month and now I am about a year and a half postpartum so my cycle is mostly starting to regulate again now I still breast-feed, but usually just right before I put my little one to bed. I did start noticing, my menstrual…
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Osi Mizrahi, visionary and founder, is committed to helping women and men learn how to achieve optimal emotional and physical well-being through effective, modern Ayurvedic practices. Osi’s all-encompassing system has been learned through studying with gurus all over the world as well as her own personal experiences including chronic illness. She h…
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As the air becomes crisp and leaves begin to fall, we enter the season of autumn—a time of transformation in nature. In Ayurveda, autumn is associated with the Vata dosha, characterized by qualities of dryness, cold, and movement. Understanding how to balance these elements can help us maintain our health and wellness as we transition into this sea…
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Rina Chandarana discovered the power of Ayurveda for women after struggling with numerous health issues. Digging into her family's wellness wisdom, Rina found a wealth of ancient remedies passed down through the generations for body and mind. Her brand, Chand & Radha connects inner and outer beauty with Ayurveda.Connect with Rinawww.chandandradha.c…
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Ayurveda says the first 42 days postpartum will indicate your health for the next 42 years. It's such a profound time in a women's life but often we lack the support to help us truly heal, thrive and connect deeply with our little one.That is where a postpartum doula can help you thrive, heal and bond with your little one. Postpartum doulas are her…
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Joining me is the brilliant Crystal Kohler, an expert in astrology and energetic alignment. Crystal has spent years studying how planetary movements influence our lives, birth charts, and the energy we carry through the cosmos. In this episode, we'll explore key astrological events for the rest of 2024, what they mean for us on both a personal and …
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Today is my 40th birthday as this airs, September 17th. I'm in disbelief and awe at the same time. As I look in the mirror I do notice more lines, sun spots, and an age about myself that I haven't previously.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaFreebie: 5 Day Ayurvedic Toolki…
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Emilie is an Ayurvedic health counselor and Yoga teacher. She believes in a truly holistic approach that involves body, mind and soul, and guides her clients on a personal journey of unconditional self love, acceptance and a state of higher physical and mental well being. Her work is steeped in the wisdom and philosophy of Ayurveda, she is relentle…
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In my 17 years as personal trainer, and having stuck to a day by day cycle plan in the past my answer….probably not. Let's dive into why I no longer recommend this to all of my female clients.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaFreebie: 5 Day Ayurvedic Toolkit- https://andre…
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Ami is a yogini with over 20 years of experience teaching yoga, meditation & pranayama/breathwork. Trained in yoga nidra and sound healing, Ami helps her students & clients deepen connection to their inner being and find contentment in daily life.She recently moved to Miami after living in NYC and enjoys living by the water, being in nature and fol…
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Have you been feeling a little scattered, out of sorts and feeling like your to do list is never ending?You’re not alone. What you’re probably feeling is the transition into the Fall season.During this time of the year we have pitta running high as well as vata building and that comes to a head around late August/September for many of us.How can yo…
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Hadlee Garrison, MPH is a behavior change specialist, Ayurveda expert, and certified health coach helping people optimize their physiology, energy levels, and emotional resilience.With a lifelong interest in ancient healing modalities coupled with an evidence-based background in biopsychology and health behavior degrees from the University of Michi…
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Creating a program just for yourself, rather than solely for your business, is important for several reasons. Let's dive in on today's episode!Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaFreebie: 5 Day Ayurvedic Toolkit- https://andreaclaassen.com/5-day-ayurvedic-toolkitSacred Seaso…
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Spiritual fast food is the quick fix, the hit we get from Instagram consuming, saving great content thinking we did the work. We join a weekend workshop and are now reiki masters, we complete a training and now advertise that we do that work in the world without truly being embodied about the practices ourselves.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite:…
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In Ayurveda getting to the root cause and connecting the dots among the mind, body and soul are a differentiating factor from the western take on the menstrual cycle.If Ayurveda is brand new to you it might seem like learning a new language. The doshas (mind/body types) are vital in Ayurveda; they exist everywhere. Once you understand the three dos…
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Amber is a yoga teacher based out of Rogers, MN and offers private bodywork, facial reflexology, & mentoring for newer wellness providers. In her spare time she’s reading, outdoors, soaking up time with her 3 kids, or finding a way to do all 3 at once.Connect with AmberSweetspirityoga.com or look for Sweet Spirit Yoga on Facebook & InstagramWhere t…
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This is the summer of Yin Energy for me.That means I’m completing diving deeper into the subtle body with chakra work, practicing yin yoga on my own, and yoni steaming, castor oil packs and evening abhyanga practices.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaSelf-Care with Your Cy…
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Ericka is passionate about creating spaces where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued and included. She believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential components of a successful, thriving organization and a way for people to thrive. In addition to her professional work, she is a 500-hour RYT yoga teacher…
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Carving out time for your new practices at the start of each season is vital to creating new patterns in your life. If you set aside an hour at the start of the Grishma Ritu season to write down what new morning routines you will add into your day, what new foods and recipes you want to incorporate at this season that will help you successfully sta…
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You are going to want to listen to this episode. I have so many notes from our conversation. Grab a notebook, pen and your favorite beverage. Enjoy this juicy episode! Dr. Smita Naram is a well-accomplished Ayurvedic physician, pharmaceutical herbalist, and nutritionist. She started this journey of bringing in Ancient Health Solution, with a vision…
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As I mark this two your date, cheers to another strawberry hibiscus water. If you are having issues with your own alcohol usage reach out, get help, let your loved ones know.There can be so much joy, fun, fully expressed versions of you that are sober and you are just as worthy as if you drink.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaa…
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Autumn is a registered dietitian and owner of Autumn Enloe Nutrition where she focuses on helping busy moms restore their metabolism for better energy, digestion and balanced hormones.Autumn’s been in the health and wellness world for over 14 years, and has helped hundreds of women get to the root cause of their health issues through specialized te…
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The moon is ritual while the sun is scheduleIf you're ready to join Sacred Seasons this summer we start June 3rd! https://andreaclaassen.com/seasonal-living-collectiveThis is a quote that a teacher mentioned in a yoga summit last week. It really struck a chord with me. What often happens around the new and full moon rituals. We gather in circles, w…
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Dr. Hannah Strom is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist in Woodbury, MN and owns a physical therapy clinic called Awake Pelvic Health & Wellness. Her team of physical therapists specialize in helping individuals with pelvic floor conditions such as urinary leaking, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, prolapse, abdominal separation, and physical therapy …
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I know as we are approaching the summer months many parents can relate to a busier schedule and being pulled in a million directions. I wanted to share a few of the things I do to keep myself balanced while trying to juggle all the things in this phase of life.What are your non-negotiables?Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen…
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Naina grew up in India immersed in an Ayurvedic lifestyle. She traditionally sipped on golden milk daily, not fully realizing their curative properties until later. Naina started Marigoldbub to make the ancient science of Ayurveda easy to understand, relatable, and applicable into the daily lives of parents.Connect with NainaInstagram- www.instagra…
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10 Minute Ayurvedic Medicine to help you hit reset on your day. I break down each dosha with the time of day and what practices would be best for your energy level that day.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaFreebie: 5 Day Ayurvedic Toolkit- https://andreaclaassen.com/5-day…
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Kate discusses perimenopause and postpartum through the Ayurvedic lens on today's podcast. She shares the similarities and who her new book- Everyday Ayurveda for Women's Health is for as well as her number one tip for both perimenopause & postpartum. Kate O’Donnell has spent the last twenty-five years traveling through the far-reaches of India in …
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Learn the practices that are best for each of the three doshas based on the energy of the season and your particular constitution.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaFreebie: 5 Day Ayurvedic Toolkit- https://andreaclaassen.com/5-day-ayurvedic-toolkitAyurvedic Self-Care Chall…
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We are discussing postpartum & perimenopause stage of life finding support in various stages of life. Learn why I bring up Caitlin Clark and how finding support for others plays a role in this discussion.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaFreebie: 5 Day Ayurvedic Toolkit- h…
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Amrita Ma Devi, an Ayurvedic Practitioner, Health Coach and author, on a mission to empower women to wake up and go into birthing self-love through holistic health and self-care. For the past decade, Amrita has been a holistic chef in retreats and “conscious eating coach”, empowering individuals to make healthier choices. For over half a decade, Am…
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This past week I taught 10 in-person yoga classes. One thing I observed how many people had on Apple watches. Some completely left them alone, while others could not stop looking at them, reading emails, pressing buttons, some even had the watches going off in the class.Have we reached a breaking point with how much we track? Are we losing the conn…
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Understand the vasant ritu season according to Ayurveda. Learn a basic morning routine to help you stay in balance all season long.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaDownload your free Ayurvedic Spring Guide- https://andreaclaassen.com/ayurvedic-spring-guideAndrea Claassen …
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Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaSeasonal Living Collective: https://andreaclaassen.com/seasonal-living-collectiveRetreat- https://andreaclaassen.com/yoga-retreat-in-minnesotaAndrea Claassen BioAndrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula…
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Maetreyii Ma is an award-winning author, psychologist, and spiritual teacher who has developed a worldwide following, bringing forth the deep wisdom that manifests to her both through her inner guru, Baba and in her teacher, the renowned Indian mystic Shrii Shrii Anandamurti Baba.But here’s where this gets really interesting. The Baba that has love…
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Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaSeasonal Living Collective: https://andreaclaassen.com/seasonal-living-collectiveAndrea Claassen BioAndrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula, RYT 500 hour yoga teacher, and Wild Woman Circle leader who…
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Brett Larkin is the founder of Uplifted Yoga® and the author of Yoga Life: Habits, Poses, and Breathwork to Channel Joy Amidst the Chaos. Her Online Yoga Teacher Trainings have set the standard for quality online certification since 2015 and matriculated thousands of yoga teachers. Brett’s award-winning YouTube channel with over half a million subs…
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What is 75 Hard? Learn what 75 hard is and how you can turn it into an Ayurvedic approach to softening and living in alignment with cyclical living.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaSeasonal Living Collective: https://andreaclaassen.com/seasonal-living-collectiveAyurvedic …
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Amy Natalie is a women’s empowerment coach and feminine embodiment guide with over a decade of coaching experience. She specializes in helping women to emerge as the most authentic, confident, and self-expressed versions of themselves. Her mission is to ignite women into their feminine power so that they can live a life of freedom, pleasure, fulfil…
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Understand how the kapha dosha thrives on movement to help reduce stagnation and overly dense feelings in the mind, body & soul. Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaSeasonal Living Collective: https://andreaclaassen.com/seasonal-living-collectiveAndrea Claassen BioAndrea Cla…
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Go on a journey through the pitta dosha with Andrea who is a fellow pitta herself. The majority of her clients are pitta doshas. This episode is more like a love letter for pittas on learning how to relax and chill out.Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaSeasonal Living Coll…
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The balance of these doshas is unique for each individual and is influenced by various factors such as diet, lifestyle, environment, and genetics. Ayurveda seeks to maintain or restore this balance to promote overall health and well-being. Individuals are often categorized into dosha types (Vata, Pitta, Kapha dominant) to guide personalized health …
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Where to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaSeasonal Living Collective: https://andreaclaassen.com/seasonal-living-collectiveAyurvedic Postpartum Support: https://andreaclaassen.com/postpartum-supportAndrea Claassen BioAndrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, Ayurvedic Po…
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Mary Bue is a songwriter, Nada yogi, traveler, runner, vegan, retreat guide, music + yoga teacher based out of Minneapolis, often roaming this beautiful world. Named Best Songwriter of 2020 by City Pages, her music touches upon archetypal themes of the human condition: love, loss, triumph, dreams, and the natural world. A longtime student of yoga a…
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Learn how to start living an Ayurvedic lifestyle with these 10 ideas! Seasonal Living Collective starts January 15th! Early bird pricing runs through January 1st. https://andreaclaassen.com/seasonal-living-collectiveWhere to connect with AndreaWebsite: https://andreaclaassen.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandreaSeasonal Living Collect…
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Dr. Shivani is an Ayurvedic practitioner and expert in fusing Eastern and Western practices that help our bodies achieve equilibrium. She completed her Master’s in Ayurvedic Sciences and her PhD on Turmeric. Inflammation is a root cause for many health issues in our lives and we have the power to overcome it. Her passion is teaching at-home remedie…
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Control can come in so many forms in our lives and how we do it to ourselves. Today I want to share a few lessons I've learned personally and observed in fellow pitta or control freaks.Giving birth the ultimate lesson in surrenderPostpartum Healing are you a bounceback person or do you surrenderDo you need to control all aspects of your families sc…
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Meghan Rhodes is a qualified herbalist who has helped over 80 women start living herbalism, making healthier, safer solutions for themselves and their families a reality. As the founder of Rhodes Roots & Remedies, she has written 10 course books, authored the book Easy Herbal Remedies for Infants and developed a unique four season sense-based herba…
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How do you handle the in between?In yoga classes there is often a pause in between poses. Sometimes we rush through from one pose to the next and sometimes we pause and honor the body.As a yoga teacher it's taken me many years to feel comfortable honoring the pause when I teach. When I felt uncomfortable in silence I would fill it with my voice, an…
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