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Calling all yogis, mystics, and spiritual practitioners! Welcome to your destination for the wisdom and tools you need to step into your role as a spiritual leader in today's modern times. We are being called to support others with our work, and make more impact with our gifts. Come learn exactly how to do this with the diverse tools of the Spiritual Leader including: yoga, astrology, tarot, psychology, alchemy, spirituality, divination, and ritual. No crystal will be left un-turned, and no incense will be left un-burnt! We are here to take a modern, grounded, academically-minded, and unapologetically honest look at the practices that make YOU an incredible modern mystic and spiritual leader! Renowned author and teacher, Alanna Kaivalya, Ph.D. (The Yoga Doctor) walks you through mini masterclasses, educates you on essential yoga psychology wisdom, and provides step-by-step spiritual business guidance that is designed to help you take action in creating a thriving career serving others. With more than 20 years in the industry, three books behind her, and a Ph.D. under her belt, Alanna founded the Modern Mystics Academy, and trains yogis and spiritual practitioners worldwide in the same tools and techniques she brings to you right here on the podcast. Discover why tens of thousands of yogis turn to Alanna to become extraordinary yoga teachers and spiritual leaders, and implement practices that generate abundant results.

Spiritual Leadership Podcast with AlannaK Alanna Kaivalya, Ph.D.

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.7 • 28 Ratings

Calling all yogis, mystics, and spiritual practitioners! Welcome to your destination for the wisdom and tools you need to step into your role as a spiritual leader in today's modern times. We are being called to support others with our work, and make more impact with our gifts. Come learn exactly how to do this with the diverse tools of the Spiritual Leader including: yoga, astrology, tarot, psychology, alchemy, spirituality, divination, and ritual. No crystal will be left un-turned, and no incense will be left un-burnt! We are here to take a modern, grounded, academically-minded, and unapologetically honest look at the practices that make YOU an incredible modern mystic and spiritual leader! Renowned author and teacher, Alanna Kaivalya, Ph.D. (The Yoga Doctor) walks you through mini masterclasses, educates you on essential yoga psychology wisdom, and provides step-by-step spiritual business guidance that is designed to help you take action in creating a thriving career serving others. With more than 20 years in the industry, three books behind her, and a Ph.D. under her belt, Alanna founded the Modern Mystics Academy, and trains yogis and spiritual practitioners worldwide in the same tools and techniques she brings to you right here on the podcast. Discover why tens of thousands of yogis turn to Alanna to become extraordinary yoga teachers and spiritual leaders, and implement practices that generate abundant results.

    59. Obstacles to Joy and How To Blast Through Them

    59. Obstacles to Joy and How To Blast Through Them

    In the yoga tradition, we are taught about the five kleshas, or the five reasons we don't experience ourselves as joyful and connected human beings all the time. This podcast episode outlines these five basic obstacles to bliss and gives some practical spiritual tools for overcoming them.

    • 22 min
    58. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Finding Your Authentic Voice As a Spiritual Leader

    58. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Finding Your Authentic Voice As a Spiritual Leader

    If you've ever felt anxious about teaching yoga, or guiding people through a transformative experience, then you have suffered from imposter syndrome.
    Alanna talks about overcoming your fears and anxiety and ensuring you have everything you need to create the greatest impact possible with your gifts.
    Whether you're a yoga teacher, astrologer, tarot reader, reiki master, or any other kind of spiritual leader, make sure you are armed with what you need to step into your full power and potential!

    • 20 min
    57. Somatic Styling and Fearless Success: Interview with Carrie Montgomery

    57. Somatic Styling and Fearless Success: Interview with Carrie Montgomery

    Carrie Montgomery, creative director and somatic stylist for nearly a decade, discusses the empowerment that comes from dressing based on how you need to feel, rather than how society thinks you should look. She talks about the importance of authenticity and agency in our personal brands and how dressing for success is truly an inside job guided by our heart and spirit.

    • 28 min
    56. Spiritual Midwifery and The Magic of a Baby Led Birth: Interview with Geneva Montano

    56. Spiritual Midwifery and The Magic of a Baby Led Birth: Interview with Geneva Montano

    Geneva Montano, a midwife for more than 20 years, discusses the power of putting the authority of pregnancy and birth back into the hands of women and removing the shame around birth. Learn more about the spiritual path of birth, how to connect with baby, and how to step into this work yourself if you feel called to dive into the wisdom of the womb!

    • 29 min
    55. Spiritual Business Advice: How To Find Your Niche To Skyrocket Success

    55. Spiritual Business Advice: How To Find Your Niche To Skyrocket Success

    As yoga teachers and spiritual leaders, we desire to help everyone ... but can we? The success of our business and the impact we are able to make on the world is contingent on our ability to clearly define exactly who we can help ... and how! In this podcast, Alanna discusses the importance of niching down and getting super clear on the audience you can best serve and the pain points you can best solve in their lives.

    • 30 min
    54. Plagued By Negative Thoughts? Four Step Process For Changing Your Mind

    54. Plagued By Negative Thoughts? Four Step Process For Changing Your Mind

    It happens to us all ... we become triggered by something life throws at us, and we can't get out of a negative, downward spiral. In this podcast, Alanna reveals the psychology and spirituality behind our negative mental chatter and mindset, and gives a simple, four-step process to turn your attitude around! Gain clarity, stress relief, and the perspective you need to see a way forward.

    • 38 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
28 Ratings

28 Ratings

Cealwass ,

Great podcast

These podcasts are so interesting. Content is deep and well-researched and it’s all delivered in a very friendly but informed manner.

Cosmiclinda ,

Astrology and Yoga Podcast!

As usual, Alanna delivers incredible information in an understandable way… she has wealth of knowledge, whether you are a yoga teacher or just interested in learning about the planets. Love this podcast!

ShellieC.ERYT500 ,

Superb Podcast!

Alanna is an amazing teacher and this podcast is excellent. It is both informative and practical, but also a lot of fun! I love to listen on my lunchbreak... a bright spot to get me through even the most mundane of Mondays!

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