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And we're back! After a long hiatus, our beloved yoga podcasts are back. My apologies for the delay. I was trying to improve my process, and in doing so, forgot to actually record. But no longer - I'll be uploading yoga sequences more regularly in the future.  Today's yoga sequence is a favorite and a companion to our lesson on Enjoying The Process. It's an intermediate level class that has good side bends, twists, and hip work. I know you'll love it. If you do have requests, suggestions, or questions about our yoga podcasts, please send me a message! I always am wanting to improve and tailor these podcasts to fit your needs. Enjoy enjoy enjoy, my friends! 

Are you a super goal-oriented person? I'm right there with you. Today on the podcast, I'm talking about how to have goals *and* enjoy the process. We'll be using wisdom from a former Jain monk, Stoic philosophy, and the founder of the Spartan Race to learn how to have goals and move forward while still dealing with the difficulties, uncertainties, and discomforts of the process.   You'll also get to hear some personal examples of how I've reframed past "obstacles" and "lost years" to be essential parts of my journey. This is a great podcast for anyone that's interested in finding more joy in their every day routines. If you like this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes or share it with a friend. I also love to hear your feedback and questions! You can send me a message over on Instagram at @behappyhealthyhuman. Subscribe to Happy Healthy Human Radio on your favorite podcast player: Apple Podcasts Google Play Podbean Overcast Anchor Thanks for being a part of the community!

Today on the podcast we have Kathleen Barry back to talk about Mercury Retrograde! I know - it's everyone's favorite astrological phenomenon (or at least the one we hear about the most), but in this podcast, we're going to do a deep dive in Mercury Retrograde to understand how it can be a catalyst for self-discovery, boundaries, and rebalancing in our crazy, tech-obsessed world. This conversation, while wonderful, is imperfect - our tech, unsurprisingly, wasn't working wonderfully, so you might miss a few words throughout the podcast. No fear - you'll still get some amazing ideas and practices from the podcast. Find your Birth Chart (for free!):Beginner: https://alabe.com/freechart/default.aspAdvanced: https://www.astro.com/ (Click on "Free Horsocopes", then "Chart drawing, ascendant"  Send Kathleen an email at kbb323@gmail.com if you could use some extra help understanding your birth chart. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy this podcast, please do rate and leave a review on iTunes!  

I am SO grateful for this conversation with Interior Decorator Nicole Lanteri. Nicole is an amazing creative and business woman. She started her interior design business 10 years ago when she realized that being a lawyer wasn't using her gifts and energy to the best of her ability. I'm so glad that she made that change, because she now brings a wealth of kindness, empathy, and a brilliant design eye to her client's homes. I often think that Nicole has so many clients because you just want to hang out with her, and after this conversation, I know that many of you will want to hang out with her too.  In this conversation, we talked about: The difference between an interior designer and decorator. The fabulous advice Nicole received on making big changes in your life. How Nicole feels about work/life balance and using your gifts. What to know if you're interested in a career of interior decorating. A key to great listening. You can find more about Nicole at NicoleLanteri.com and on Instagram at @N

Setting goals is such an important aspect of being human - we're always aiming for something that's just out of reach. But how do we deal with the fear that comes along with setting these goals? In today's podcast, you'll learn why setting goals are so scary and how to overcome that fear so that you can feel good about your progress, however fast or slow it is moving!  Mentioned in this episode: -Momento Mori -The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People -Ira Glass on the Creativity Gap -Saturday Yoga in Ballston! -May Yoga and Ayurveda Retreat! As always, if you enjoy this podcast, please do subscribe, rate and leave a review, and share with a friend.  I want to hear from you! Let me know how you liked this episode - reach out on instagram at @behappyhealthyhuman!

Most of us know the sign based on our date of birth, but do you know that you actually have MULTIPLE signs? These signs are based on the positions of the planets at the time and place of your birth. With this information, you are armed with a fuller picture of your personality, work, life, and values.  Today on our Moon Chat, resident astrology expert Kathleen Barry is sharing how to find your birth chart and how to interpret it. We're dropping a TON of knowledge, and it's going to help you look at yourself in a whole new way. We'd recommend grabbing your birth chart before you tune in so you can have all the information you need as we go through this episode! OR, send Kathleen an email at kbb323@gmail.com if you could use some extra help understanding your birth chart.  Find your Birth Chart (for free!): Beginner: https://alabe.com/freechart/default.asp Advanced: https://www.astro.com/ (Click on "Free Horsocopes", then "Chart drawing, ascendant"  Kathleen's Favorite Monthly/Weekl

Today on the podcast, we have an interview with the talented and caring Jerusha Hull. Jerusha is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Virtue Counseling in Arlington, VA. Jerusha specializes in issues particular to women such as prenatal loss, infertility, birth trauma and recovery, postpartum depression and anxiety, your role as a mother, wife, and woman as well as childhood trauma and relationship concerns. She works with women both individually and with their loved ones. Jerusha believes that every woman should have access to quality mental health care. You can find Jerusha at VirtueCounseling.com and on Instagram @VirtueCounseling In our conversation, we talked about: What makes a social worker different than a clinical psychologist, and how Jerusha approaches care with her patients. How Jerusha  has redefined what "has" to get done and is dropping the "shoulds". What Jerusha defines as success in her life as a mother, entrepreneur, wife, and friend. Podcasts Jeru

Here’s a 10-minute guided meditation to help you embody your heroic identity. The warrior poses are actually based on a sage, Virbhadra, who was a great hero and friend. We’re going to embody the virtues of a hero - a protector, someone with strength and loyalty and stamina. In the process, we’re going to strengthen and balance the 3rd chakra (our center of identity). Learn more about embodying hero virtues in the latest blog post: http://behappyhealthyhuman.com/happyhealthyhuman/warrior-poses-name-hero-virtue/ And, if you’re interested in balancing your third chakra, check out my chakra balancing meditation program: https://shop.behappyhealthyhuman.com/products/your-chakra-guide-with-guided-meditations Last up, join me a Saturday yoga classes in Ballston: bit.ly/ballston-yoga Thank you for listening! If you enjoy this podcast, please do subscribe, rate, and leave a review on iTunes. Thank you!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/samantha-attard/message

It's time for another amazing moonchat with our resident astrology expert, Kathleen Barry.  In today's episode, we're talking about the full moon in Virgo, getting your inner life in order, and embracing the light and the dark. You'll learn about how linear thinking and overthinking can get us into trouble, why seasonal affectedness disorder is *definitely* a real thing, plus learn a little biology along the way!  One of my favorite parts of the conversation is about how we're never *quite* at perfection. We are always learning, retooling, and reshaping. This doesn't mean we suck - it means we're human! And this waxing and waning of the moon reminds us that we can tread the same territory again and again, yet still be learning something new.  Mentioned in this episode: "The Artist's Journey" by Steven Pressfield One Strange Rock (also available to watch on Netflix) Playlist about leaning into discomfort, instead of amassing pain Kathleen's Instagram Upcoming Events: Saturday Yog

Throughout biology and even in our own biochemistry, the world is held together by stable equilibrium: when something gets out of balance, compensation mechanisms come into play, bringing us back to balance. Unfortunately, we often find it harder to believe in that stable equilibrium within ourselves. We fear feeling emotions fully, or get overly controlling in our own lives. In this podcast, we'll talk about having the courage to trust that we are in stable equilibrium, PLUS share a short guided meditation to help us embody that truth. Mentioned on this podcast: -Yoga classes starting soon in Ballston! -Work with me! As always, if you do enjoy this podcast, please do share it with a friend who would also appreciate it. Thank you! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/samantha-attard/message

Today on the podcast, we have a special interview with my friend, colleague, and fellow wellness warrior - Ingrid Vaicius. We talked about her path from foreign policy to wellness coaching, the major signs that told her she was in the throws of burnout, and how she nursed her body back to health. We also talk about her evening routine, what she does when she turns off screens at night, and the lesson she would share with the listeners and world at large. Ingrid is smart, funny, practical, and honest. I know you'll love her as much as I do.  Like this episode? Tell Ingrid: IngridVaicius.com instagram.com/ingrid_wellness Ingrid's Delicious (and healthy!) cookie company: baktbyingrid.com Be sure to check out our 4-week stress cleanse course at 4-week-stress-detox.teachable.com. And as always, if you enjoy this podcast, please do subscribe and share with a friend! Thank you! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/samantha-attard/message

Welcome to another Moon Chat with the fabulous Kathleen Berry! (@kbb323). Today we’re talking about the New Moon in Aquarius. You’ll learn about the types of intentions and initiatives will be most superpowered during this next month. We’ll also talk about the Age of Aquarius (and how it’s a real thing!!), how the astrological signs relate to the Hero’s Journey, plus the connection between the astrological signs, the elements, and approaches to solving problems. This is a great, free-form chat - Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/samantha-attard/message

Join me and the amazing Kathleen Barry (@kbb323) to talk about the upcoming super blood wolf moon, personal power, shedding kapha, and setting intention. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/samantha-attard/message

We're baaackkk! I'm so excited to be back for 2019. In this episode we'll dive into some lessons about creating your vision for 2019 (hint: everyone has a vision, you just decide to intentionally choose it or not).  PLUS learn all about what's coming up in 2019 for Happy Healthy Human Radio. *Sign up for virtual or in person discounted private yoga! *Prenatal Yoga at Spark Yoga *Happy Healthy Human Yoga starting in mid-February!  *4-Week Stress Cleanse It is SO great to be back. As always, please do share feedback at sam@behappyhealthyhuman.com. If you enjoy this podcast, please do subscribe, rate, and leave a review! <3 

Can you believe it!? We're at the end of 2018. I'm getting ready to go on official break - I'll be back with more blogs and podcasts mid-January. In the meantime - here are some of the best things that happened in Happy Healthy Human world in 2019: --I started a podcast, Happy Healthy Human Radio, which has 116 episodes and over 10,000 downloads. --In August, I started a charitable giving arm to Happy Healthy Human, giving proceeds from my services to charities such as Charity:Water and the Thich Nhat Hanh foundation. --I led a weekend Ayurveda immersion retreat in June! --We held 20+ workshops at more than 10 different locations in the DC area. --Launched the 4 week Stress Cleanse Course! It is *truly* amazing, and I'm so proud of what this year has brought. I'm also so excited for what the new year will bring - I'm working on guided chakra meditations, a monthly yogi box, and more yoga offerings. ***I want to hear from you!*** In the meantime, I'd love to hear from you about what you're loving and what

We all want to feel more connected. But what's stopping it from happening? In this podcast, I explore the reasons why we cut ourselves off from others and how you can reach out a little more.

Have someone that you're not seeing eye-to-eye with? Want to feel a little more heart connection? This guided meditation will help you reconnect to your own heart, and also spread some of that love to someone else in your life as well. Let's feel the connection. If you like this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes or share it with a friend. I also love to hear your feedback and questions! You can send me a message over on Instagram at @behappyhealthyhuman.

This yoga podcast is a simple yoga flow to open up the shoulders and heart. It's perfect if you've been sitting or slouching at your desk, and will leave you feeling open and calm. If you like this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes or share it with a friend. I also love to hear your feedback and questions! You can send me a message over on Instagram at @behappyhealthyhuman.

Let's continue our exploration of the chakra system! We're halfway through at the 4th chakra. Learn why strengthening your heart also leads to better (and easier) decision making. As always, if you like this episode, please subscribe, rate and leave a review, and share with a friend! I want to hear your feedback - send me a message on instagram - Instagram.com/behappyhealthyhuman.

The holidays tend to go one of two ways: 1. Working super hard to finish work deadlines, organize parties and holidays, shopping lists, and activities. 2. Living fun and free, with plentiful holiday parties, cocktails, and sugar comas. Both of these situations relate to an imbalance in the second chakra. So this holiday season, let's look at how you can find balance. The benefit of balancing this second chakra energy? You'll finish the holiday season with good energy, no guilt, and some joy. You'll learn the mantras to use for balancing your second chakra, plus practices you can do to help you feel joyful and bright this holiday. If you like this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes or share it with a friend. I also love to hear your feedback and questions! You can send me a message over on Instagram at @behappyhealthyhuman.