Peaceful By Nature

Happy Buddha birth, enlightment and death full moon! In this special Buddha Purnima episode we explore the heart of Buddhism through its two eyes: wisdom and compassion. Discover practical ways to cultivate these essential qualities in your daily life. We delve into the profound concepts of true refuge and false refuge, unravel the notion of not-self, and reflect on how these teachings can transform our understanding and experiences. In this deeply personal episode, I share my own journey of navigating addiction, overcoming an eating disorder, and facing infertility. Through the lens of Buddhist teachings, I reveal how embracing wisdom and compassion has been a guiding light in my healing process. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to Buddhism, this episode offers insights and inspiration for anyone seeking a more compassionate and wise approach to life's challenges. Tune in and take a step closer to inner peace and resilience on this sacred day of Buddha Purnima.

Aloha Beloveds!  Today’s practice, requested by a listener, (Thank you Andi!) is a Yoga Nidra practice, a deeply restorative technique that begins approximately 17 minutes in.  Yoga Nidra, often referred to as "yogic sleep," offers a profound journey inward, allowing practitioners to access deeper layers of consciousness beyond the chatter of the mind. In the practice of Yoga Nidra, participants are guided into a state of deep relaxation, where they remain fully conscious yet profoundly relaxed. As the body settles into a state of ease, the mind begins to quieten, paving the way for a profound exploration of the self. Through gentle guidance, practitioners are invited to cultivate awareness of various sensations, emotions, and thought patterns that arise within their inner landscape. This heightened awareness serves as a catalyst for self-inquiry and introspection, enabling individuals to explore the layers of conditioning and societal expectations that may veil their true essence. By gently peeling away these layers, Yoga Nidra allows practitioners to reconnect with the core of their being—their authentic self. In this state of deep relaxation and heightened awareness, individuals can transcend the limitations of the ego and tap into their innate wisdom and intuition. It's in this sacred space of inner knowing that one can rediscover their inherent worth, wisdom, and wholeness. Ultimately, Yoga Nidra serves as a powerful tool for self-discovery and self-realization, offering a pathway for individuals to return to the truth of who they are—beyond the roles they play, the masks they wear, and the stories they tell themselves. Through regular practice, practitioners can cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness, acceptance, and inner peace, allowing them to navigate life from a place of authenticity and alignment with their true essence. Tune in and join us as we navigate the depths of the human experience, one breath at a time. I welcome questions, requests and feedback.  Reachout/ Follow on Instagram @wildsacredsage email: [email protected] 

Aloha Beloveds!  Welcome to Peaceful by Nature. On this podcast, expect a diverse mix of content, including teachings on yoga, tantra, and various spiritual traditions, interspersed with personal reflections and heartfelt conversations with inspiring guests. Each episode promises to be a blend of honesty, vulnerability, and lively dialogue, aimed at both learning and connecting with our audience. In this podcast episode, join me as I celebrate three transformative years on Maui and my upcoming 40th birthday. I offer candid updates on my healing journey and share insights into the upcoming year's offerings. Today’s practice, requested by a listener, (Thank you Andi!) is a Yoga Nidra practice, a deeply restorative technique that begins approximately 17 minutes in.  Yoga Nidra, often referred to as "yogic sleep," offers a profound journey inward, allowing practitioners to access deeper layers of consciousness beyond the chatter of the mind. In the practice of Yoga Nidra, participants are guided into a state of deep relaxation, where they remain fully conscious yet profoundly relaxed. As the body settles into a state of ease, the mind begins to quieten, paving the way for a profound exploration of the self. Through gentle guidance, practitioners are invited to cultivate awareness of various sensations, emotions, and thought patterns that arise within their inner landscape. This heightened awareness serves as a catalyst for self-inquiry and introspection, enabling individuals to explore the layers of conditioning and societal expectations that may veil their true essence. By gently peeling away these layers, Yoga Nidra allows practitioners to reconnect with the core of their being—their authentic self. In this state of deep relaxation and heightened awareness, individuals can transcend the limitations of the ego and tap into their innate wisdom and intuition. It's in this sacred space of inner knowing that one can rediscover their inherent worth, wisdom, and wholeness. Ultimately, Yoga Nidra serves as a powerful tool for self-discovery and self-realization, offering a pathway for individuals to return to the truth of who they are—beyond the roles they play, the masks they wear, and the stories they tell themselves. Through regular practice, practitioners can cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness, acceptance, and inner peace, allowing them to navigate life from a place of authenticity and alignment with their true essence. Tune in and join us as we navigate the depths of the human experience, one breath at a time. I welcome questions, requests and feedback.  Reachout/ Follow on Instagram @wildsacredsage email: [email protected] 

Hello and welcome to "Peaceful by Nature." I'm your host, Sage Simpson, and today I'm thrilled to present a deeply personal and insightful conversation with the wonderful Joy Clarissa Taylor. This is a genuine, vulnerable exploration into the realms of grief, femininity, feelings, releasing the grip of over-exercise and under-eating, embodiment, and the profound ways in which awakening happens within and through our bodies. In this episode, Joy and I delve into the complex terrain of grief, sharing our own stories and experiences with an openness that allows for genuine connection. It's a candid conversation that acknowledges the messiness of life and the beauty found within those moments of vulnerability. Our journeys have been profoundly transformed by yoga, and we take a moment to share the impact it has had on our lives. From the physical practice to the spiritual and emotional dimensions, we discuss how yoga has become a transformative force. The concept of embodiment takes center stage in our conversation, and that awakening is in and through the physicality of our being. It's a perspective that encourages a deeper connection with ourselves and a more conscious presence in our daily lives. We are so excited to invite you to our series of in-home retreats in 2024, Soul Care Sundays.  We are providing a supportive community for self-discovery the 3rd Sunday, every other month, Beginning Jan 21st, 2024.   Check out ⁠soulcareevents.com⁠ to learn more about these transformative gatherings. Use code SAGE10 for 10% off one or all of these Sunday events.  Join us for this rich and meaningful conversation that aims to inspire introspection, connection, and growth. Thank you for being part of the "Peaceful by Nature" community. I also offer 1:1 and Relationship Intimacy and Embodiment Coaching, online or in person  All about the Sacred Relationship: Art of Alchemy, Sacred Sexuaity for Couples course and all my offerings can be found:  ⁠Wildsacredcollective.com⁠ For classes and ceremony schedule, please follow me at @wildsacredsage on IG! Send your questions and feedback to: [email protected]

In this enlightening November New moon episode, we delve into the profound teachings of Buddhism to explore the concept of the Five Hindrances—those subtle yet powerful obstacles that can impede our journey towards inner peace and enlightenment. Join us as we unravel the nature of desire, aversion, sloth and torpor, restlessness and worry, and doubt, and learn practical strategies to overcome these hindrances. This episode offers a roadmap for listeners to navigate the challenges within, fostering a clearer path towards spiritual growth and mindfulness. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a curious soul, this exploration of the Five Hindrances promises to deepen your understanding of Buddhist philosophy and inspire transformative change in your life. Tune in and embark on a journey of self-discovery and liberation. Questions or feedback and all my offerings Website:  Wildsacredcollective.com  IG https://www.instagram.com/wildsacredsage/ @wildsacredsage

This podcast lays out the Koshas, the layers of self, as a template for self-care. These are the Koshas: Annamaya The annamaya kosha is the physical sheath that composes the outer layer. It’s sometimes referred to as the food sheath. Your body weight or size can reflect your physical sheath, as well as any physical ailments or concerns you have. You can also pay attention to how your body reacts to different types of food. The pranamaya kosha is the vital energy, breath, or life force sheath. In Sanskrit, the word “prana” refers to life force and is the word for breath. Awareness of this kosha allows you to move stagnant energy, so you can experience greater vitality and an energetic connection to yourself, others, and nature. The manomaya kosha is contained within the annamaya and pranamaya koshas. It acts as a messenger, bringing experiences and sensations from the outer world into your intuitive body. This is the mental sheath that represents your: mind emotions inner world This layer includes thought forms, mental activity, and awareness of thoughts. Getting in touch with this kosha involves looking at your perceptions and mental patterns. The vijnanamaya kosha is the astral or psychic body that’s your seat of intuition. Known as the awareness or wisdom sheath, it allows you to develop a deeper awareness and to see reality for what it is. Thought of as “the mind beyond the mind,” this kosha is connected to your deeper and more subtle layers of thoughts. The vijnanamaya kosha helps develop clarity and inner reflection as you learn to detach from your thoughts, ego, or sense of self. By remaining the witness, you may learn to become more present and aware of each moment. The anandamaya kosha is referred to as the bliss body. It’s the deepest and subtlest of all layers — so much so that some people even say you can’t use words to describe it. Instead, it must be felt and experienced. Developing your anandamaya kosha requires the discipline to complete inner work and spiritual practices over a long period. This level of consciousness relates to the essence of your true self or nature, which is perfection. Transcending all five sheaths can lead to a state of samadhi, or unity between individual and universal consciousness. This is said to be pure bliss or joy. While you may not reach samadhi, you may experience glimpses or moments of bliss that are bright enough to color your world and awaken these feelings of joy, even if only for brief moments. For this new moon I encourage you to reflect on each layer of the self and set the intention of caring for each in alignment with the cycles of nature, with fall, letting go, softening and surrender. Reachout @wildsacredsage or [email protected]

In this podcast you will learn and be guided on a journey of self reflection, with my personal expereince sprinkled throughout: What are boundaries?  Leaning what your boundaries are: indicators you may need to set boundaries Why boundaries feel hard to set What are the benefits ? Why is it  hard to set them? Kinds of boundaries How to set and maintain them 

Meditation, and the applied practice of mindfulness, allows us to show up more fully in our lives. We are more self aware, more responsible, and more kind, and experience a greater sense of ease, joy, and peace.  Today we will cover:  Common misperceptions of meditation Why Meditate? What is Mindfulness?  Self Awareness as the key to Liberation (Self Awareness, Neuroplasticity and the Sacred Pause) Kinds of meditation, and learning the difference so you know what type is best for you at this time Setting up your practice  Links to things I mention ~ Podcast with College Essay Guy, How to create Morning Ritual ~ Clarity, Women's Retreat in Mt.ShastaJoin a sanctuary of sisterhood at the base of sacred Mt. Shasta for two days of relaxation, exploration, and renewal. Walk barefoot in the pines, sing around the fire, swim in alpine lakes, eat nourishing meals, go to bed and wake up with the sun, rest when you are tired, and dance when you desire.  Through an exploration of intimacy and your sacred sexuality. In Circle, we will uncover unconscious patterns and internalized systems of oppression, patriarchy,  and other power dynamics, and realize our responsibility and power to alchemize them. Each woman will be guided and witnessed as she  unearths, unburdens, and experiences liberation from thoughts, patterns, and  behaviors that are incongruent with her fullest intimate expression.  We encourage  and support sacred soulful sharing, which leads to deep vulnerability and intimacy,  creating the opportunity to bring this level of intimacy into relationships with self,  others, and the Divine.   

Aloha Beloveds! Intimacy, Pleasure, Sex, Orgasm, Embodiment- Janet Farnsworth and I shared a deep, beautiful, vulnerable and joyful full moon conversation. Janet Farsworth, along with being a soul sister, mentor and inspiration, is a Body Confidence & Intimacy coach, and full-time shame-buster on a mission to help all women move from being challenged by their body to having a love affair with it - so they can have the love affairs they deserve. Give yourself and your body the gift of checking our her work at⁠ ⁠https://janetfarnsworth.com/⁠⁠. Your level of radiance, pleasure, comfort and joy will increase just reading some of Janet's work. You can access BOTH of her books, ⁠Love your Body ⁠ and ⁠Your Body is your Super Power,⁠ for FREE! At the end of this conversation we started down the path of Eating, the Wisdom of Hunger and eating disorders. We decided we needed another full conversation, so my intention and desire is to have Janet back on the podcast soon! Here are the links to the offerings I talk about up top: 1.⁠ ⁠CREATORS CIRCLE,⁠⁠ On-line women's authentic writing circle. Begins THIS THURSDAY, June 8th. Scholarships available: 30%/50% with code SAGE30/ SAGE50 2.⁠ ⁠CLARITY⁠⁠, Women's retreat in MT. Shasta, Aug 26th & 27th 3.⁠ ⁠TANTRA & TEA⁠⁠, Summer Sacred Sexuality 7-session series, Begins June 30th, select Wed and Fridays. What's touching you, resonating with you, or inspiring you? What do you want to hear more of on the podcast? Please reach out on IG:⁠ ⁠@wildsacredsage ⁠⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ All of my classes, circles and private offerings are at ⁠wildsacredcollective.com ⁠ Much love and happy Full Strawberry Moon Peace, Sage

Podcast May New Moon:  Aloha Beloveds! It’s a NEW MOON in taurus and the first of my 40th orbit around the sun! This is JUST the BREATHING PRACTICE for you this New Moon. This practice will reset your nervous system and clear the clutter in the mind, so that you can return and reside in the divine essence of who you are in your natural being mode, rather than your doing or having mode.  In the FULL EPISODE for first part of the podcast I briefly explain and explore:  ~ Human Being vs. Human Doing ~ The Being mode vs. The Having mode: What the difference is, and why cannot meet our Being Needs through the Having Mode, and why it will lead to suffering ~ The Kleshas, or impurities that keep the mind from wakefulness and clear awareness.   Breath, movement, journaling, time in nature, quiet, ritual, meditation, all of these practices clear away the false self and return us to our natural state of Co-Creativity and Peace. You are creating your reality. The level of your consciousness is where you are creating from. If you are vibrating in the frequency of fear, judgment, shame, restlessness, hoarding or needy-ness, you will manifest things in your world that reflect this back to you. If you are creating from a space of I create because I CAN! And I Choose to, you align with the divine flow of the cosmos, with the Dharma.  I share on this podcast the practices that have transformed my life, upleveled my awareness, and aligned me with the creativity, pleasure and joy that is our birthright.  You deserve to, and you CAN, live in alignment with EASE, PURPOSE and JOY.  This 10 min Breathing Practice can change your life if you dedicate 10 min a day to this practice.  Another practice, that I speak about a lot, is writing.  Being a part of a writers circle TRANSFORMED my life. Through the sacred practice of writing and then being witnessed as I shared the full truth- I continue to liberate more of my authentic expression. Join Joy and I in The Creators Circle so you can Liberate your Authentic Voice, Tap into the Create Genius that wants to flow through you, and be healed and witnessed by heart-centered divine Sisters who are on the path.  We are offering a few first come-first serve SCHOLARSHIPS for 30% or 50% off the Creators Circle.  PLEASE click THIS link to fill out the short application: (All the way at the bottom of the page)  We begin June 8th! Space & Scholarships are limited, so claim your space in the circle this NEW MOON and set the intention to bring forth the writing, the book, the poems, the stories, the essays, the full expression that is within you.  HERE's the link to the Landing Page for the Creators Circle, for more information. If you are on Maui this summer, I am thrilled to announce I will be co-facilitating TANTRA & TEA: Sacred Sexuality Summer Workshop Series  All the info is on my Website Here: https://wildsacredcollective.com/registration/tantra Join Sage and Jeannette for a summer workshop series in Olinda. Our intention is to demystify Sacred Sexuality, Chakras, and Sex Magik, so you can remember and realize the pleasure, peace and radiance that is your birthright.  Through our sexuality and intimacy with life, we each have incredible power to connect with the divinity within and all around us. In connection with one another, held in a sacred loving circle, we can heal the pain, trauma, and stories that are held in the body and heal in communion with one another, nature and source energy.  Each workshop will be dedicated to clearing and balancing one Chakra. Starting with the Root, awakening Kundalini, and raising this potent healing energy through each Chakra. During each session, the group will be guided through practices in a safe and non-judgmental container.