Curious Monki | Yoga, Spirituality + Wellness
Episodes
82: How To Create Habits That Actually Stick with Elizabeth Sherman
17 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Elizabeth Sherman, Executive Health Coach, has helped hundreds of people achieve optimal health through staying consistent, getting a little bit bett...
81: Why You Should Do Kundalini Yoga with Victoria Amore
20 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Kundalini Yoga and meditation teacher (and Gong sound healer), Victoria Amore, explains to us the energetic + practical benefits of a ...
80: What's Meant For You Will Find You with Mariaestela Gullestrap
13 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How do people end up doing work that totally lights them up? How can we live lives that feel purposeful? What can we do to ensure that we take our r...
79: A Yogi's Journey Toward Self Inquiry w/ Janice Brown
14 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There are two monumentally life changing questions that usually dawn on us at some point in our journey. What do I want? and Who am I? Once either of...
78: How Crystal Healing Really Works with Jessica Roth
07 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been interested in learning more about how crystals actually work and how to use them, you need to listen in! Jessica Roth, certified Crysta...
77: How To Boost Self Worth with Jen Miller
09 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What is self worth, what determines self worth, and how to boost self worth. In this episode we get to talk with Jen Miller, holistic health coach, ab...
#76: How To Use Your Feelings To Guide You Into Alignment w/ AnnMarie McKenzie
24 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I chat with AnneMarie McKenzie, Master Desire Map Facilitator, about the concept around using our feelings and emotions to find al...
75: Magic Ingredients to Make Manifesting Work For You w/ Janice Berkenheger
05 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we get to deep dive into MANIFESTING with Janice Berkenheger, manifestation and money coach. I'm so grateful for our wonderful conv...
#74: What Does Enlightenment Feel Like? With Christiane Michelberger
02 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mindful practices like meditation and yoga help alleviate suffering and brings a sense of inner peace. Ultimately these practices can lead us to awa...
73 Bite Sized: What Does It Really Mean To Live Your TRUTH?
22 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The point of this podcast is to explore the meaning of our experiences in this journey and understand what our truth is and how to live in it. Fully...
#72: You Can Be Your True Self Even If You Keep Your Day Job with Sarah Marlowe Spence
09 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah Marlowe Spence is an IT contractor by day and a shaman by night. In this episode, we hear the story of her spiritual journey and discuss how t...
#71: Wisdom of 2018: Year In Review
18 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Another year has been said and done! In 2018 over thirty beautiful hearts shone their light into our community. They graciously shared their knowl...
70 Bite Sized: CELEBRATE to Succeed
08 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The practice of celebrating your accomplishments is pertinent to your success. You need to take time to acknowledge your accomplishments no matter h...
#69: This Will Change The Way You Manage Stress w/ Ky Russell
22 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I love it when mindfulness meets science! In this episode, we have a fascinating discussion about a holistic approach to stress management, incorpor...
#68: Stop Feeling Disconnected and Learn How to Feel Connected In Life with Danny Levin
15 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Although the world is more digitally connected than ever, it's almost scary how easily disconnected we feel - to ourselves, other people...life. In ...
#67: 3 "Weird" Practices in Kundalini Yoga Explained with Sat Shakti Kaur
30 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kundalini Yoga is a powerful practice that can change your energetic vibration in as little as 3 minutes but it's eccentric conventions causes people ...
#66: Awaken Your Primal Essence With Art w/ Clare Galloway
23 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Clare Galloway, a visionary artist and writer tells us how art can help access the magic of letting go. We all have a creative engine...
#65 Bite Sized: EXCITING NEWS. How do you want to feel?
01 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I tell you why I've been MIA with Bite Sized episodes for the past few weeks and why I'm glad to be back! In short, I've found one ...
#64: How to Find Healing For Your Innermost Self with Ivy Kwong
26 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ivy Kwong is a psychotherapist who's dedicated to help you heal, grow and walk alongside you as you navigate your journey. In this episode she teach...
#63: A Heart Led Life - How to Find Peace Over Perfection with Sam Goldsmith
12 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Samantha Goldsmith's passion is to help women embrace their uniqueness and live a life guided by their inner compass. Serial entrepreneur, fellow yo...
#62: Leaving the Inner-Critic and Moving Toward Self Love w Erin DiAngelis
05 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Erin DiAngelis, yoga teacher and Holistic Life Coach, helps people heal from unhealthy relationships with their body or food so that they can with mor...
#61: What Does Your Element Say About You? Face Reading with Caitlin Donovan
28 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I had to have her back! This time Caitlin Donovan tells us all about the practice of Face Reading. She teaches us about the 5 elements (wood, fire, ...
#60 Bite Sized: TRUE NATURE Meditation
26 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
10 Minute Guided meditation inspired my my hike along the Westcoast Trail. Reconnect with your true nature - that inner knowing that subtly guides y...
59: Intuition - 5 Things That Block It + 5 Practices To Build It w/ Intuition Coach Michelle Fortuna
22 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been trying to get a hang of tuning into your intuition then you need to listen to this episode! When we are tuned into our inner compass we...
58 Bite Sized: Adventures On the WESTCOAST TRAIL
19 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As we move into fall, I'm saying goodbye to summer by taking you along with me as I recount one of my favorite trips EVER taken - the Westcoast Trail....
Episode 57: Understand How Energy Flows in You With Chinese Medicine with Caitlin Donovan
14 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There are many ways to understand the energy around us. In western philosophy, when we talk energy we use a scientific lens. We logicall...
Episode 56: What's Blocking You From Attracting the Abundance You Desire with Tanner Kennedy
31 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about M-O-N-E-Y. A topic that many shy away from even though we all want and need it. Why is that? Probably b...
Episode 55 How to Show Up Authentically Even In Times of Struggle with Jenny Ravikumar
17 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jenny Ravikumar is a devoted yoga practitioner, yoga teacher, reiki master, certified crystal healer through Hibiscus Moon and owner of the...
Episode 54: Getting Over Self Doubt with Tara Wagner
10 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Tara Wagner is a breakthrough coach who helps identify what's holding you back from your next level of success. In other words, she's an e...
Episode 53 Bite Sized: 5 Minutes to Get UNSTUCK
11 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling STUCK can be so uncomfortable. You're in a place in life or in your mind where you don't want to be and just can't seem to get o...
Episode 52: PART II Gettin' Oily With It - How to Use Essential Oils with Mia Mitchell
06 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Here is Part II of the conversation that I had with the lovely Mia Mitchell! Last week she shared the heartfelt story of her darkest hour ...
Episode 51 Bite Sized: Perfect NOW. You Are Perfect Right NOW.
04 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Self-doubt creeps in from time to time and it's probably never going to fully go away. Everybody experiences this feeling, even millionair...
Episode 50: PART I The Dark Knight Of The Soul. A Journey From Depression to Self-Love with Mia Mitchell
29 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mia Mitchell is a beacon of light who works to guide others into a life they love by using essential oils as her trusted tool. This lovely...
Episode 49 Bite Sized: 5 Ways To MOVE FORWARD Now that You Know You're On The Wrong Path
27 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the last episode of Bite Sized I talked about the importance of knowing when to quit and how it can be just as important as the power of ...
Episode 48 Bite Sized: 5 Signs That You Should Probably QUIT
21 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for tuning into the final episode of launch week for my new segment, BITE SIZED! Today I answer the question that I ask all of t...
Episode 47 Bite Sized: How To Keep Going Even If You're Scared
20 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the very second episode of BITE SIZED! Transitions are never easy even if it's a change for the better. Career change, ending a...
Episode 46 Bite Sized: NEW DREAMS How to pivot when you change your mind about what you want
19 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I'm adding to the goodness with a new segment called BITE SIZED. In these short 15-20 minute episodes I go solo and completely candid to...
Episode 45: Seven Things That Make A Remarkable Yoga Teacher Training with Rachel Scott
08 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel Scott is a yoga teacher trainer, instructional designer, and writer. She regularly contributes to Yoga International and is the au...
Episode 44: Yoga Philosophy 101 - Are We One with Nature or Separate? with Anne Douglas
01 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Anne Douglas of Episode 30: Messages from Our Bodies and How Anahata Yoga Can Help You Listen is back on the show and this time she's here ...
Episode 43: Fearless Self Love with Andrea Catherine
18 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"There is no one straight path" This nugget of insight seems to be a recurring theme throughout the conversations that I have with my marvel...
Episode 42: How Founder of Yoga Boss Babe Combined Two Opposing Passions to Create a Successful Business w/ Elizabeth Nguyen
11 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Elizabeth Nguyen is a yoga teacher and founder of Yoga Boss Babe, a subscription box to help yoga teachers grow a thriving business. This ...
Episode 41: Searching For True Desires and Manifesting It To Life with Awilda Rivera
04 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Awilda Rivera is a yoga teacher, spiritual advisor and success coach who has dedicated her life to help empower others to succeed. She's n...
Episode 40: What does Yoga Have to Do With Body Image? A Lot More Than You Think with Melanie Klein
27 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Melanie Klein is an empowerment coach, professor of Sociology and Women's Studies at Moorpark Collect in Venura County, California, speaker,...
Episode 39: Yoga-ing Even Before It Was Cool with Marla Meenakshi Joy
13 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Marla Meenakshi Joy, Owner and Director of Downward Dog Yoga Centre, spent years in the Himalayas studying Meditation, Sanskrit and Yoga Ph...
Episode 38: Stop Shoulding Yourself. How to Go For What You Truly Want in Life with Anna Lundberg
05 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This soul searching business isn't easy! As we travel this journey to the heart, we're asked to take leaps, look fear in the eyes and mov...
Episode 37: Take Back Your Freedom with Little Rituals with Stacey Irvine
22 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Stacey Irvine is a yoga teacher and registered nurse at the Alberta Children's Hospital. Her yoga journey began ten years ago when she ex...
Episode 36: Creating From a Place of Calling. Yoga Festivals, Community, and Yogi Entrepreneurship with Robindra Mohar
16 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This one is for everyone who is trying to start something out there! A movement, a business, a whole new life.... Robindra Mohar is an Ed...
Episode 35: The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali - How To Use Them In Your Life with Kelsey Delane
09 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kelsey Delane is a Yoga Mentor & Reiki Master who guides fellow Yogis & Yoga Teachers toward more sustained joy. She has completed an impr...
Episode 34: The Basics of Ayurveda with Susan Weis-Bohlen
02 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we get to talk about a topic that I've been long intrigued by - AYURVEDA! Susan Weis-Bohlen is an Ayurvedic expert and ...
Episode 33: Lessons From A Yoga Studio Owner with Jeff Mah
23 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Mah is an engineer turned yoga teacher and yoga studio owner. He and his wife owns the ever so popular The Yoga Lounge in the mountai...
Episode 32: How Mindfulness Awakens Our True Selves with Julie Seibt
01 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Julie Seibt is a yoga teacher with plenty of credentials under her belt ( IAYT Yoga Therapist, Anahata Yoga Teacher and iRest Teacher to n...
Episode 31: To Live Your Best Life Practice Self Care and Self Love with Melissa Jay
26 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa Jay is a registered psychologist and yoga teacher who has melded her two loves into Yoga Psychology. The hard work she puts in...
Episode 30: Messages from our Bodies and How Anahata Yoga can Help You Listen with Anne Douglas
19 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year! We kick off 2018 with an episode about the significance of tapping into your body's intelligence. Anne Douglas is a teac...
Episode 29: Wisdom of 2017: Year In Review
22 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
It has been a wonderful year on Curious Monki! I am SO grateful for everyone who tunes in and for all the amazing souls who have graciously...
Episode 28: Mastering the Business of Yoga: Three Key Items You Need To Succeed with Amanda Kingsmith
15 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda Kingsmith is a world traveler, yoga teacher and also the podcast host for two shows: The World Wanderers and Mastering the Busin...
Episode 27: Chronic Illness and Yoga: What it's like when our bodies don't work the way we want w/ Brittany Zeer
08 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
It's one thing to develop a well-oiled routine and have the discipline to follow through but what happens if our bodies aren't cooperating...
Episode 26: How to Take the Healing Path and Live on Purpose with Nicholas Pepe
10 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Nicholas Pepe is one inspiring individual who has dedicated himself to doing what I've decided to call "heart work". Work that is soul c...
Episode 25: Meditation to Reset
27 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
It has been a mad busy month – vacation, a pending move (finally happening this week yay!!) and hours of planning for my beloved father'...
Episode 24: Deepen Your Yoga & Heart Centered Living with Alice Hong
20 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Alice Hong is a growth and transformation facilitator that guides others to listen deeply, love fully, and live wholeheartedly. This tra...
Episode 23: Finding Yoga: Philosophy, Mythology and Mantras
12 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Amy Thiessen is , among many other things, is a yoga teacher and a musician. She's melded her two passions into one beautiful craft. H...
Episode Episode 22: Hello Paradise! Hello Dreams! How To Achieve Success with Linsey Rankin
05 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What It Took To Start a Yoga Retreat Centre: struggles, accomplishments and lessons learned along the way Una barraca, which mean...
Episode 21: Excuse Me Hakomi: Help Me Tap Into My Inner Wisdom with Martha McCallum
28 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Like many of the great talents out there, Martha McCallum wears several hats. Titles include master herbalist, yoga instructor, hiking guide ...
Episode 20: How Yoga Nidra Works & Sankalpa Guidance with Tanis Fishman
21 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Tanis Fishman is a modern day mystic who has spent her life exploring different levels of consciousness to find deeper meaning in the human exp...
Episode 19: Story of Trust, Surrender & Worthiness with Lisa Hillyer
15 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Lisa Hillyer, yoga teacher, life coach and world traveller. She works with dedicated motive to guide people back to themselves and recon...
Episode 18: Another Dream, Lived with Kristy Dhaliwal
09 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
People who takes leaps and say yes to what they truly want have good stories to share. These stories are inspiring, leaving us feeling uplift...
Episode 17: Navigating the Rapids of FEAR. A Candid Conversation.
01 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Transitions are never easy even if it's a change for the better. And it's even scarier when we are taking a leap of faith. But what if we l...
Episode 16: Mindfulness + Food: How combining them can help you live more fully w/ Sally Powis-Campbell
18 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
"To be mindful is to be fully present with whatever we are doing. If you are drinking tea, just drink your tea. Do not drink your worries, your...
Episode 15: Find Your Intuition with Naomi Parker
03 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is just as multifaceted as the guest itself. Naomi Parker is based in YYC and is a mom, biologist, yoga teacher, and energy heal...
Episode 14: A Lifelong Learner, A Heart Calling. With Kate Mak
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Mak is one of YYC's favorite yoga teachers. A mover and shaker who pursues tirelessly to create community. Her classes usually include a...
Episode 13: One Man's Unfolding with Matthew Keleman
24 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Life is a great unfolding and when we surrender we open ourselves to deep meaning. Our perspective shifts and we become attuned to the sacred...
Espisode 12: Reiki noun /'reIkI/ (ray-keeey) Oh, there's healing energy all around us. Well what's the scoop on that? with Alishia Alibhai
02 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Alishia Alibhai is a Social Psychologist, Reiki Master, and Soul Coach. She started off entrenched in the academic side of things but also ha...
Episode 11: Upgrade Your Food Game with Malcolm Saunders
08 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Malcom Saunders is the founder and owner of Calgary's health food joint, the Light Cellar. With products like reishi mushroom, chaga powder a...
Bonus Episode: BALI DREAMS. Recounting the Trip of a Lifetime with Kim Phan and Nat Phung
14 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I traveled to Southeast Asia for the very first time in March 2016 and it easily became one of the best travel experiences I've ever had. I s...
Episode 10: Wake up! Listen, Redefine Success and then Find It with Christopher Lawrence
29 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
From corporate maven to business owner, Christopher Lawrence is a life coach who found his calling after spending fifteen years in a job that h...
Episode 9: Canna What? Cannabis! The New Kid on the Block in Natural Healing with Julie Nguyen
24 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Canna what? Cannabis! Smoke it, eat it, bake it, vape it. This mighty little plant is well known for its recreational uses but what can i...
Guided Meditation: Loving Kindness (BONUS Episode)
10 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Singing Bowl of Compassion (Meditation begins 6min 30min) Break down to build up Slow down, find your feet Settle in, go inside Beauty in breat...
Episode 8: The Desire Map – Kick off the New Year (and your life) by Feeling Good First!
08 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When you do your goals this year, try doing the opposite of what you normally do and focus on what feels good first thennnn think about what ...
Episode 7: Trust In the Process with Ambre Comeau
31 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Ambre Comeau is a yoga teacher and a good friend. We met during our yoga teacher training and one thing I've always noticed is her ability t...
Episode 6: Following Your Heart Doesn't Mean that You Need to Give Up Everything with Natasha Peace
16 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
No two snowflakes are alike, and neither are free birds! I am honoured to have interviewed Natasha Peace, who's one of the teachers who broug...
Episode 5: The 8 Limb Path of Yoga with Dannie Hoult
02 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dannie Hoult is a dear friend who I had the pleasure of taking yoga teacher training with. Aside from teaching yoga, she also works as a regi...
Episode 4: A Freebird's Fairytale with Linsey Rankin
17 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 3: Mindfulness with Natalie Phung
08 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Natalie Phung is a colourful soul with intense wanderlust, curiosity, and openness to the world. Time spent with her is guaranteed to be int...
Episode 2: A Healing Journey with Alison DuRussel
08 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Alison DuRussel is one of the most grounded people that I know. She's incredible at holding space for others and making them feel comforted a...
Episode 1: When the Universe Gives You A Sign, Take It! With Brittany Zeer
08 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Brittany Zeer is a charming, down to earth yoga teacher based in Calgary, Alberta. Although she's been teaching for a few years already, it w...
An Introduction
08 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for stopping by! Curious Monki is my labour of love and has been brewing for a long time. It represents my curiosity in the world...