The Art of Listening

What Nature Can Teach Us About Yoga and Life - In Conversation with Juan Sierra I #018

What happens when you leave behind the rhythm of a big city like Berlin and move to the Sacred Valley of Peru? In this episode, I am excited sit down with an incredible Yoga teacher of mine who has inspired my path. Juan Sierra is a Jivamukti teacher and shares what his move to the sacred valley has taught him about yoga, nature, patience, family, and slowing down. We talk about why nature is one of our greatest teachers, how yoga extends far beyond the physical practice, building community through being yourself and learning to trust that. Remembering that just like a tree or a plant, everything takes time. One of my favourite reminders from this conversation: "When you can bear your own silence, you are free." And "Nature is an example none of us can deny." Juan shared three books at the end: - The Life of Plants by Emanuele Coccia - This: Prose and Poetry of Dancing Emptiness by H.W.L Poonja - White Fire by Mooji May this conversation inspires you! Thank you for being here. ___________ CONNECT WITH JUAN Instagram: @juanji_sierra [https://www.instagram.com/juanji_sierra?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] www.wildchildyogaretreats.com [https://www.wildchildyogaretreats.com/?utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnuewUl2cPN_X-ckYjNOpGX8L_zIv6u5A4cfYCHP8Aj_ZMelthkV40bklFMjY_aem_iZpARCSnonn50HtVJRAkXw]

The Map Back to Yourself - On Astrology, Somatic Healing & Soul Purpose with Ali Ofstedal I #017

In this episode of The Art of Listening, I sit down with astrologer and somatic healer Ali Ofstedal for a conversation about astrology as a tool for self-understanding, healing, and personal evolution. We explore Ali's journey into astrology and somatic work, how our birth chart can act as a soul blueprint, and why the North and South Nodes offer such incredible insights into our growth and life path. We also speak about the connection between astrology and the nervous system, the importance of returning to the body, and how ancient practices can support us in times of rapid change. Together we explore: • Astrology as a roadmap back to your authentic self • The wisdom of the North and South Nodes • Soul purpose, karma, and personal growth • Somatic healing and nervous system regulation • Navigating change with greater trust and resilience • The energetic themes of the summer months ahead • Simple practices to stay grounded in an increasingly fast-paced world I loved talking to Ali. I hope this episode inspires and reconnects you with the wisdom that already lives within you. You can find Ali through her podcast Soul Archaeology, [https://www.aliofstedal.com/podcast] her Substack Along the Spiral, and on Instagram Aliofstedal. [https://www.instagram.com/aliofstedal?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==]

Calm the Nervous System - Guided Breath Meditation I #016

A gentle 9-minute guided meditation to calm the nervous system and invite a moment to pause. Through left nostril breathing, awareness and a short period of silence, you will be guided into a more calm and grounded state. May it serve you well! With love, Marina P.S. Leave a love note below if you enjoyed this meditation. _____________ https://www.marinalukoschat.com/ [https://www.marinalukoschat.com/]

How to Hear the Voice of Your Heart: Somatics, Desire & the Untamed Woman I In Conversation with Alixe Van Ogtrop I #015

I am excited to welcome Alixe Van Ogtrop to The Art of Listening Podcast. Last year, I took part in her Open Heart retreat, which was a very special experience for me. Alixe is a psychotherapist, space holder, retreat facilitator, mother, and overall an inspiring woman. We talk about the voice of the heart, true desire, somatic healing, the untamed woman, and what it means to live from an open heart. Alixe shares her own journey through PTSD, spirituality, motherhood, and the shift from living mostly in the spiritual realms to coming back into the body, the earth, and everyday life. We speak about: — the different voices inside of us — learning to hear the voice of the heart — somatic practices & nervous system healing — manifestation & external validation — the spiritual ego — pleasure, presence & embodiment — boundaries & uncomfortable conversations — the untamed woman — open-hearted living & devotion — the upcoming Open Heart retreat this June A conversation about becoming more true to yourself and learning to listen to what your heart already knows. The Open Heart retreat is a heartfelt recommendation of mine. June 25–29th in Tuscany, Italy. If you feel the pull, you can find all details here. [https://www.alixevanogtrop.com] Connect with Alixe: Instagram: @alixevanogtrop [https://www.instagram.com/alixevanogtrop/] Podcast: Untamed One

Slowing Down, Returning to the Body and Knowing Yourself - In Conversation with Mona Esser Pennock | #014

In this episode, I sit down with Mona Esser Pennock, modern mystic, intuitive, and founder of Be-Shen. Mona shares her personal journey, what brought her into the work she does today, and the key initiations along the way, from growing up between cultures to moving through the fashion world and into her spiritual path. We speak about embodied sovereignty, allowing people to be held by their own body, and what it really means to know yourself. Mona shares how the body is the portal of truth and why the only way is inward. We talk about slowing down, softening, devotion over discipline, and trusting your own rhythm, even when it feels uncomfortable. This is a conversation about feeling instead of thinking and staying connected to your essence. An invitation to stop rushing, to listen inward, and to come home to yourself. _____________ Mona’s new KNOW THYSELF [https://www.be-shen.com/course] course is open now 🌹 More of mehr beautiful work: Be-Shen [https://www.be-shen.com] Instagram: Be-Shen [https://www.instagram.com/be_shen?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] & Minettenvogue [https://www.instagram.com/minettenvogue?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] If you have any questions feel free to comment or message one of us. Thank you for being here!