Gaia Speaks

Ep 47 - Gaia’s Embrace Retreat at Imiloa Institute, Costa Rica: Everything You Need to Know with Maria and Grace

Maria and Grace share their vision for the upcoming Costa Rica retreat at Imiloa Institute—a transformative journey to open the heart and heal the womb through sacred practices, community, and empowerment, taking place April 19–24, 2025. Episode Highlights: * Behind-the-Scenes Insight: Maria shares her experience visiting the retreat center and what makes it so special. * Transformative Practices: They explore retreat highlights like the Blue Clay Ceremony and Ecstatic Dance. * Immersive Accommodations: A look at the luxurious yet nature-inspired options. * Community Connection: Conversations around the power of building lifelong bonds with like-minded women in a supportive environment. * Earth Day Celebration: A sneak peek into how Earth Day will be honored during the retreat. * Heart and Womb Healing: Discussions on the significance of connecting with these energies for personal transformation. Stay up to date with retreat information: https://gaiagoddesslifestyle.com/retreats/ [https://gaiagoddesslifestyle.com/retreats/] Visit us on instagram: gaiagoddesslifestyle Join our Gaia Gold Membership: https://gaiagoddesslifestyle.com/membership/ [https://gaiagoddesslifestyle.com/membership/]

Ep 46 - Supporting The Modern Mother: Wellness, Balance, and Domestic Equality with Juanina Kocher

Juanina Kocher is a 200-hour registered yoga teacher and certified health coach with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Based in Westchester, NY, she combines her passion for food and wellness through Flex + Flow Wellness Coaching + Consulting. As a mother of three, Juanina understands the importance of flexibility and work-life balance, offering personalized wellness solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs, supporting both personal and professional growth. This episode will cover: * Domestic equality * Insights on adjusting household roles with each child to prevent burnout * The invisible mental load: challenges of managing career, home, and being the "default parent" * Planning for postpartum needs and mental health ahead of time * Approachable wellness: self-care through small, manageable steps for busy moms * Coaching to support moms in early motherhood * Importance of family, friends, and professional help for new moms. * WFH struggles: Balancing work and childcare when working remotely * Overview of Juanina's coaching approach  Learn more about Juanina's work: https://flexandflowwellness.com [https://flexandflowwellness.com/] Instagram: juaninakocher

Ep 45 - Transforming Through Crystals and Womb Wisdom: A Journey with Vivian Arias

Vivian Arias, founder of Crystalline Chrysalis, draws from her Afro-Latin lineage of spiritual healers and a lifelong connection to the mystical. After overcoming personal challenges, she deepened her healing journey through energy work and indigenous wisdom. In 2020, she launched Crystalline Chrysalis to share her healing tools and help others reconnect with their inner power. Vivian now leads international retreats and works with a global client base. This episode covers: * Meaning behind the company name "Crystalline Chrysalis" * Exploration of spiritual journey and attunement to the mystical realms * Challenges of growing up in a spiritual family and navigating societal taboos * Vivian's introduction to crystal healing and her journey with crystal therapy * Working multi-dimensionally with crystals * Crystal therapy process: psychosomatic and psychospiritual healing * Tuning into the subconscious and how crystals reveal repressed emotions * Karmic relationships, personal growth, and letting go of unaligned relationships * Feminine empowerment, integrating the masculine and feminine energies * Womb healing and the connection between ancestral trauma and healing practices * Upcoming events and offerings For more information visit Vivian's website: https://www.crystallinechrysalis.co [https://www.crystallinechrysalis.co/] Instagram: crystallinechrysalis

Ep 44 - The Breath: A Path To Healing and Self-Discovery with Alexa Shackelford

Alexa Shackelford, Certified Breathwork Facilitator, Sound Practitioner, and Founder of Breathing Back to You, brings over a thousand hours of experience in breath, sound, and energy work. Drawing from deep personal experience, she creates safe spaces for others to heal from past trauma and align with their highest potential. Alexa is passionate about guiding individuals back to their sacred truth, knowing that’s where true peace resides. Episode Highlights: * Learn about Alexa's company, Breathing Back to You, and her journey into healing. * Explore how breathwork clears energy blockages, reconnecting you with your true self and facilitating deep healing. * Hear Alexa’s personal stories of transformation and spiritual encounters through breathwork. * Discover how breathwork integrates with sound therapy, Reiki, and other healing modalities for enhanced healing. * Gain insight into using breathwork as a tool for emotional release, self-guidance, and clearing stored trauma. * Learn the importance of energy management, intuition, and protection when facilitating breathwork sessions. For more information visit Alexa's website: https://www.breathingbacktoyou.com [https://www.breathingbacktoyou.com/] Instagram: breathingbacktoyou

Ep 43 - Human Design, Gene Keys, and Creative Awakening with Miranda Mitchell

Miranda Mitchell is an Embodied Leadership Guide, weaving the wisdom of Human Design, Gene Keys, and transformative stillness and somatic practices for those that want to go into the depths of their inner knowing. This episode covers: * Introduction to Human Design * Human Design vs. Gene Keys * Energy Centers Explained * The Chiron Return * Creativity and Leadership * Equine Gestalt Therapy * Practical Tips for First-Timers: How to get started with human design, what to expect in a reading, and choosing the right practitioner for your journey * Miranda’s Oracle Card Deck: 'dancing with shadows in stillness' For more information visit Miranda's website: https://www.miranda-mitchell.com [https://www.miranda-mitchell.com/] Instagram: mirandajmitchell