I AM RESILIENT. The Podcast

Śivani Howe is a Sannyasin and the Spiritual Director of Ishtadev Niwas Ashram, an off-grid retreat center and farm wherein she guides individuals through all aspects of living and embodying their true potential through foundations of love, service and Yoga Ecology. She has travelled the world speaking, channelling messages of love and teaching in ways that raise one’s consciousness and quality of life. Śivani’s “crazy life tales” can be read about in her first book - “The Yoga of Remembrance”. In this episode, Sivani shares her powerful wisdom and sacred healing experiences. Sivani shows up with authenticity, humility, truth, and grace. She teaches yoga with devotion and authenticity and offers real and beautiful yogic teachings. This episode is a huge gift to get to listen to! Sivani can be found online: Website: https://www.solaceandshine.ca Instagram: @solace_and_shine UPCOMING EVENT: Victoria Sound Meditation - Where land, heart and light codes come together. Sign Up! Find LINKS to Sivani’s divine offerings here: Roots&Wings Summer Capsules (monthly online sadhana): This program gives you access to a monthly spiritual practice and ongoing guidance to help you maintain moments of calm and genuine solace throughout your day. Victoria Sound Meditation - Where land, heart and light codes come together. This Co-Collaborative Sound Meditation for New Earth Connection with Śivani Howe promises an immersive experience, where the vibrational language of sound becomes the key to unlocking the light codes of a New Earth within and around us. Tattwa Shuddhi Meditation Retreat Come, retreat and practice the traditional and transformational technique of Tattwa Shuddhi (Elemental Purification) as a complete weekend Sadhana. Chakra Sadhana Immersion Come and immerse yourself as we take a journey together through the physical, energetic and esoteric aspects of the Chakras. Dragonfly's Song This curated 4-week sacred journey with weekly online capsules is designed to activate a direct experience of New Earth within you. Land's Breath Retreat The Land's Breath Retreat will provide a unique opportunity to explore the symbiotic relationship between nature and personal well-being, at the deepest levels. Podcast Sponsor: Four Visions Plant Medicine. Use the code: NIKITA at checkout https://fourvisions.com/?sca_ref=5419137.6PJNKn8bJL Thank you for being here! May you be blessed!

Our guest today is Rejan, the Founder of Whole Harmony Wellness! Rejan has a background in Holistic Nutrition and through working with hundreds of clients over the last decade, she has learned that our health and wellness go far beyond nutrition. She strongly believes that our emotional and spiritual well-being play the biggest role and has had the pleasure of bringing this into her coaching practice. Three years ago she threw herself head first into the world of spiritual growth and emotional healing through courses, certifications, books, podcasts, and self-exploration and has discovered her soul’s purpose of guiding others to reach their highest potential through Human Design, somatic practices like breathwork, and mindset/belief system work. She is a student of life and understands her role here to share her knowledge and wisdom with those seeking fulfillment in all aspects of their lives. This episode was highly valuable as Rejan shared a story that many can relate to-- one of separation, isolation, and fear, which directed her to her SPIRIT. I am so honoured to get to share this episode because Rejan has devoted herself to a path of well-being, which continues to include herself and others. Rejan shares these highly valuable tools: You are definitely NOT alone Everything is temporary Our beliefs truly do create our reality Awareness is always the first step Your mindset matters immensely Ask for help, be open to guidance, be open to receiving support, and TRUST that the universe will support you in your desires Find Rejan's multifaceted and incredible offerings including Human Design Coaching, Nutritional Support, Somatic Healing Reiki, and Holistic Programs HERE: Instagram - @whole.harmony.wellness Website - www.wholeharmony.ca Email - [email protected] Thank you, Rejan! We are blessed to know you! SPONSOR: Four Visions- Order here to support the podcast

We are in this TOGETHER with Sina Balouch, Co-Founder of YNA Sina Balouchis a mental health advocate and the co-founder of YNA Mental Health, with a background of 5 years in the mental health world, leading business operations and marketing for a private practice mental therapy.SinaBalouch found his love for helping people after facing difficult tragedies in his own life. YNA Mental Health is a community focused on shedding light on difficult topics through podcasting, supporting non-profits through fashion, and educating others about mental health. YNA is here to remind everyone that you're not alone In this episode, Sina Balouch, the incredibly inspiring mental health advocate shares his valuable story of a vulnerable struggle through loss, grief, PTSD, and isolation. This episode is incredibly important and shares the vulnerable truth of moving through grief. Sina is a resilient health advocate who is continuously offering support through YNA. We are all so blessed to have the authentic contribution from Sina helping those around him. Please savour this episode as much as we have! We are so grateful for Sina providing the mental health support needed both in communities and across the world. Thank you, Sina! You can find Sina here: Website: https://ynamentalhealth.org/ Instagram: @ynamentalhealth Contact: [email protected] Sponsor: Four Visions- Oils, herbs, and more! Thank you for listening!

Season 2- Episode 2: Rising through Love with Katie Branter Katie is the founder of Rise through Love, a personal development and spiritual health company. She is a retired doctor of naturopathic medicine and a certified executive coach. Katie is a human who has been through unimaginable loss and has made a choice to transcend her pain into service. She is an ambassador of the energy of love and believes we all can share our innate ability to love with our world. In this episode, Katie shares her sacred journey of love and liberation through the process of loss, pain, beauty, and laughter. Katie allows us into her world of grace initiated through vulnerability. One thing that is highlighted in this episode is the strength that arises through Katie’s ability to dig deep to rise strong. Katie serves as an inspiration for all of us! Stay tuned and connect with Katie to access her incredible offerings: Tik Tok: @KatieBranter Instagram: @risethroughlove Sponsor:

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Welcome back to the I AM RESILIENT.™️ Podcast. In this episode, I share some personal updates, thoughts and topics I’m currently exploring. It is an episode from the heart. I look forward to connecting throughout this journey! To be on the podcast or have your story read anonymously (now accepting psychedelic stories and healing stories), email [email protected]

“When we don’t get our needs met as young children, we strive to meet them as adults.” -Sabrina Siwiec, The I AM RESILIENT. Podcast

Sabrina is a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor Candidate currently located in Victoria, BC. After a successful career of 15 years in the wealth management field, Sabrina made the brave decision to confront her past and heal her own trauma. This led her on an incredibly transformative journey, which fueled her desire to help others do the same. Sabrina started a counselling practice working one-on-one with clients, as well as co-founded a startup to share holistic healing and practical tools to be well in an all-encompassing and holistic way. Sabrina shares her work in many forms and we are incredibly inspired to share some of these forms with you as you listen!

In this episode, Sabrina shares her expertise and personal story of resilience. She offers us a glimpse into the profound healing and divine connection that is available to everyone! Sabrina delivers her heartfelt stories and tools that truly improve overall health, resilience, and well-being. She provides the life-changing story of her own childhood and how the trauma in her family manifested in her life. Most importantly, she shares what actually allowed her to move through it and directed her toward a more life-sustaining and empowered life.

The Practices:

Nature

Journaling

Books (The Gifts of Imperfection-Brene Brown)

Therapy

Exercise

Compassion and Empathy

I hope you enjoy this episode and take from it some practical tools. We loved today’s discussion and feel so honoured to share Sabrina’s voice and story with you!

If you want to book in with Sabrina or learn more:

https://counsellingwithsabrina.com/

Instagram: @counsellingwithsabrina

Aligned and Unfiltered: @alignedandunfiltered (Podcast coming soon!)

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/counsellingwithsabrina

Episode 16: The Yin and Yang of Self-Compassion with Madi Innes, Crescent Moon Connections In this episode, we were able to speak with Madi Innes about a very important topic and tool: Self-Compassion. Self-compassion has been one of the most important tools identified by the I AM RESILIENT. Podcast guests, listeners, and collaborators. Being a human in the critical society we are currently living in, it is increasingly apparent that the most harmonious path forward is the path of compassion and with that, self-compassion. Shame, self-destruction, and guilt bring about actions that are both degrading to oneself and one another. This episode provides the listeners with a glimmer of what self-compassion entails and the profoundly beneficial impacts it is having in the world today. Madi explains the yin and yang of self-compassion, the importance of fierce self-compassion, the eternal practice of cultivating compassion, and more. Together, we link arms in sharing this topic that has found its way to us at a seemingly optimal time. Although this topic is new to many, it can be learned at any age. It is an honour to have Madi once again on the podcast. She brings tremendous light and inspiration. She serves as a mentor and guide for those in her community and circle as she pioneers her path of self-compassion. Madi is a practicing Youth and Family Counsellor. She is an advocate for supporting survivors of sexualized violence and volunteers through Warmland Womens Support Services Society. she is also the creator of Crescent Moon Connections, which offers strong and sacred opportunities for healing and growth. I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I did! This topic is only going to continue to grow in popularity and we are delighted to perpetuate the movement. It is profound! You can find Madi here: Instagram: @crescent.moon.connections Website: www.crescentmoonconnections.com. Self-Compassion Resources Kristen Neff- https://self-compassion.org/ Fierce Self-Compassion: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/006299106X/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=selfcompassio-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=006299106X&linkId=72510bb0e43a8507025d9e3713f047e2 Self Compassion: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0061733520/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0061733520&linkCode=as2&tag=selfcompassio-20&linkId=88965173bdbb2bdb51563a0f2da026b4

“What we are drawn toward shows us where we are at” Aeryana Castley, I AM RESILIENT. Podcast 2022 Aeryana Castley is the Founder, Culture Design Media Creator & Coach at INTRINSIQ - Inner Life Alchemy, the Birthplace of AttuneMints™ and The Praqtice™. She is devoted to helping people achieve highly leveraged lives of purpose and deeply regenerative relationships starting with Self-Aware Self Care Sovereignty. In this episode, Aeryana joins I AM RESILIENT. From Costa Rica where she is breathing life into transformative projects, which she will be offering to others in the near future. Aeryana shares effective systems for resilience including The Crazy 8, having a framework larger than Self, disconfirming experiences, and having a tribe. She teaches her Pause-Pivot-Practice tool and shares a profound story of her own resilience. Additionally, Aeryana reminds us to be the creators that we are designed to be to enable resilience in the world. This episode is deeply inspiring and medicinal. Aeryana is deeply attuned to herself, others, and nature. She synthesizes sincere wisdom and experience with sacred and transformational tools to assist others in improving their lives. Aeryana has greatly refined her ability to utilize language to guide people to their own insight. She has created extraordinary practices to help people individually, collectively, and multisystemically. I trust you will enjoy this podcast episode many times. There is so much to gain from listening. You can find out more about Aeryana’s creations and get involved here: https://linktr.ee/aeryanacastley “When We Are Kings” code: RESILIENT

“The self-care movement stems from our busy culture out of necessity.” Briana James, I AM RESILIENT. Podcast 2022

Briana James is a groundbreaking influential woman paving the way toward a better world by softening the rough edges in our culture. She is a Reiki Master and all-around soulful human focused on simplicity, getting back to basics and bettering our world through connection. She is Mother to a 2.5 year old with another on the way in 2022. Briana believes that clearing away what isn't ours and the external demands of our world, creates space for us to reunite with the earthly, natural humans that we are deep down.

She consistently empowers women to attune to their needs, to play, and to remember themselves. This podcast is life-changing. Briana explains her courage to leap into the unfamiliar territory of motherhood in 2019. In this allowance, softening into uncertainty gave rise to the birth of her purpose.

Briana truly embodies alignment in an inspiring and authentic way. Through being as she is, she allows people the permission to also tune in and be themselves. She openly shared what repercussions can arise when we push for goals created out of societal expectations. The ability Briana has to attune to herself is inspiring and she shares some tools to enable this journey home. Hohmcoming is the product of Briana’s true and authentic self.

Try this:

1. Attune to the Self
2. Time to ask the self what is needed
3. Give priority to what is needed in ourselves

You can find Briana at Hohmcoming:

Website: https://www.hohmcoming.com/

Instagram: @hohmcoming

I hope you enjoy this beautiful culture-changing podcast as much as I did!

“You can do the tough work while being with others and it can be a lot of fun.” Chris Van Deventer, I AM RESILIENT. Podcast 2022 Chris is dedicated to promoting well-being in ways he has found transformational on his path. In this episode, he brings an open heart and honest vulnerability to share his experiences with mental illness, healing, and transformation. Every single listener will have something to learn from Chris. Speaking to Chris during this recording reminded me that we are not in this alone. We can all hold hands and lift one another out of the darkness and into the light while honoring and being patient with the process. Understory is an emerging eco-tourism brand based on Vancouver Island. Guided by the values of openness to experience, social connectivity, and an appreciation of the natural world, their mission is to create transformative lived experiences for individuals and groups. As a partner and co-facilitator at Understory, Chris utilizes his mental health experiences to be both creative and vulnerable. He can’t wait to continue his self-growth journey while inviting others to venture further into their own stories. The understory of a forest is the warm, damp, and sheltered layer below the leafy tree canopy. It is the place in the forest where the smaller trees and saplings can grow under the shelter and protection of big elder trees. Chris and his business partner Liam offer retreats to assist people wholeheartedly in their journeys. They invite people to Understory to heal, grow, and transform in nature. They will be offering a retreat in the beautiful Sooke, BC May 6th-8th, 2022. Stay connected through their website and social media for future offerings. You can find Chris here: Website: https://www.understory.life/ IG: @understory.life Personal IG: @becoming_christopher_ Some of the tools we discussed: -Nature -Balanced nutrition and sleep -Social Connection -Expressing Creativity -MAPS Clinical Trials in Psychedelic Medicine: https://maps.org/news/media/maps-phase-3-trial-of-mdma-assisted-therapy-for-ptsd-achieves-successful-results-for-patients-with-severe-chronic-ptsd/ -Breathwork -Experiential Medicine -Medical therapies -Connection to Self May you be well!