Marisa Leal: Conscious Conception Through a TCM Lens, Fertility Tips & Active Surrender

Sitting down with Kenzie virtually for this interview felt like a conversation with an old friend even though we just met! We jumped right into the deep topics like:body image & body neutralityKenzie's mental health journeydifferent modalities of therapygrowing up super spiritual atheismConnect with Kenzie on Instagram! Listen to Kenzie's podcast!Sponsors:Still Salty EscapeLMNTConnect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home Podcast Follow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunaroby

Recently I had a life changing realization. At 34 years old, I finally realized just how introverted I am. In this episode we are talking aboutFeeling exhausted when spending time with loved onesHormone fluctuations & depressionDealing with Overstimulation Introvert’s GuiltNot all people who drain you are bad for youAlone time when you have a spouse How to give yourself what you need to recharge and recover Leading yoga retreats as an introvertEstablishing boundaries to minimize overwhelm Sponsors:Kaylala.appRaenConnect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home Podcast Follow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunaroby

Whew, money. This can be a touchy subject for some. But, here’s the thing, WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT IT! Financial wellness is just as important in the health and wellness industry, even though it’s rarely talked about. We’re here to change that in this episode, by covering all the basics of what you need to know for yourself and (potentially) your relationship when it comes to financial planning. In this episode we cover:-How to plan for retirement.-Break down of 401K and Roth IRA.-Investment options for newbies.-Conversations we’ve had about money as a couple.-How to budget. -Specific percentage numbers for budget purposes.-Tools and tangible takeaways for financial planning individually and in coupleship. -To merge or not to merge finances with your person.AND MORE! Don’t miss this one, folks. Seriously.Sponsors:Glow Yoga RetreatCured Nutrition Connect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home Podcast Follow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunaroby

That’s right, I had orthorexia (and didn’t even know it). This episode has been a long time coming, and I’m happy to finally share it at a time where I can say I feel like I’ve found food and body freedom.In the show I talk about:-A recap of my addiction and health journey leading to orthorexia. -How fasting created an eating disorder. -Different experiences and practices that helped me start to heal my relationship with food and body (including Ayahuasca and Intuitive Eating). -How I eat in a day now with tangible Intuitive Eating tips and tools. -The impact diet culture has on our minds, and in turn our bodies. This is an important episode, as eating disorders and disordered eating impacts so many of us. Please share with a friend or family member who may be struggling. Sponsors:Glow Yoga RetreatsLNMTConnect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home Podcast Follow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunaroby

This has been a hot topic over on my Instagram lately so I wanted to bring the conversation over to the podcast so we can go even deeper!In this episode we cover- owning movement- inspiration v.s. stealing- authentic creativity- my personal experience Connect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home PodcastFollow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunarobySponsors:Glow Yoga RetreatsBeeKeeper's Naturals Connect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home Podcast Follow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunaroby

Marisa is by far one of the most requested guests on the show. Make sure to go back and check out our past episodes to get a greater context on her work, and who she is. This episode is all about conceiving, as Marisa is one of my main health providers through my fertility process. AND, she’s also currently pregnant herself!In this episode we cover:-The balance of surrendering into pregnancy, and intentionality.-Conception, pregnancy, and birth through the TCM lens.-How acupuncture can support fertility. -Tools to apply at home. -Supplement, herb, and book recommendations. Most of all, this is conversation between two friends, with a free flowing and grounded approach to motherhood. Enjoy!Connect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home PodcastFollow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenEdited by: IG: @alaunarobySponsors:Still Salty EscapeRaen use code KAYLA20 for 20% offConnect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home Podcast Follow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunaroby

It’s been two years since I had Ali on the show, and a whole lot has changed since then. We go through a brief overview of the last two years (also, go back and listen to our first episode to learn more about her), before we really dive into the juice of the conversation. In this episode we cover:-The beginning of Ali’s healing journey and spiritual awakening.-Briefly touch on Human Design.-Talk therapy, somatic therapy, and the power of movement practices. -Psychedelic experiences, ceremonies, and retreats. -Books, documentaries, and other resources for those interested. This conversation would have lasted for hours if I let. There’s so much goodness packed into our chat. You’re not going to want to miss it. Promise.Connect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home PodcastFollow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenEdited by: IG: @alaunarobySponsors:Dime Beauty use code THEWALKHOME for 20% off!Kaylala AppConnect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home Podcast Follow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunaroby

Yeah, you read the title right. This is a true story that I had the pleasure of experiencing personally. This episode does a deep dive on my first heroic dose of psychedelics. Although this wasn’t unplanned by any stretch of the imagination, this trip still inevitably caused a major brain and heart reset. In this episode I cover:-A Vice article on LSD. -How I took a heroic dose unknowingly.-The 5 biggest takeaways from my trip.-How these 5 takeaways have integrated into my life over the last 6 months. -Alix’s experience and perception of the whole experience.This is a wild ride.Buckle up!Connect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home PodcastFollow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenEdited by: IG: @alaunarobySponsors:Dime Beauty use code THEWALKHOME for 20% off!Glow Yoga Retreats Connect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home Podcast Follow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunaroby

Another highly requested topic: all things yoga. So many of you submitted questions about yoga topics, that I thought: why not do a live reading Q & A style?I covered a wide variety of topics, everything from questions about my personal yoga journey, to broader opinion-based perspectives on differing styles of yoga. Trust me, we’ll definitely be revisiting this topic. And, I’ll turn some questions into entire episodes, because they deserve that kind of deep dive. For now, enjoy this juicy inside peek into the yoga portion of my brain.Connect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home PodcastFollow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenEdited by: IG: @alaunarobyADS:Studio Dusa Code: KAYLA10 for 10% off in the month of August 2022Still Salty EscapeConnect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home Podcast Follow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunaroby

In this week's mini episode Kayla gives you her top things to consider when looking to choose a Yoga Teacher Training including..The Instructor's StyleEthos of the InstitutionYour Intention Behind the Training (do you want to teach or deepen your personal practice?)Location & Duration of the training Costs Factors (not just the YTT but flights, hotels, ext.) Hope this information is helpful for all the aspiring yoga teachers out there!Connect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home PodcastFollow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenEdited by: IG: @alaunarobyADS:Studio Dusa Code: KAYLA10 for 10% off in the month of August 2022Glow Yoga Retreats Connect with us on social media: IG: @thewalkhomepod, Facebook: The Walk Home Podcast Follow our host on Instagram: @kaylalanielsenProduced by: @alaunaroby