211: How the Heart Chakra Guides Us Through the Dark Night of the Soul
In this episode of Your Chakra Coach, we explore how the heart chakra (Anahata) responds during a Dark Night of the Soul — those spiritual turning points when everything familiar begins to unravel. You’ll learn why the heart often feels the most during this time, how to support it through grief, and how this difficult season can actually deepen your capacity for love, compassion, and self-connection.This one’s for anyone whose heart feels heavy, whose identity feels like it’s shifting, or who’s starting to sense that their pain might be part of a deeper healing.The true nature of a Dark Night of the Soul (and how it differs from depression)Why the heart chakra often feels the most intense during spiritual transformationHow grief and grace can coexist in the heart spaceWhat happens when old identities fall away — and how the heart holds space for who you're becomingThe role of forgiveness (for others and yourself) as a form of emotional releasePractical, gentle ways to support your heart during a Dark NightOpening Music by Daniel Michael
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210: Your Dark Night of the Soul and the Spiritual Work of the Root and Crown Chakras
Have you ever felt like your spiritual path has disappeared beneath your feet? Like the practices that used to bring you peace no longer land… and your connection to the Divine feels silent?You might be experiencing what mystics and spiritual seekers have called the Dark Night of the Soul — a profound period of transformation, where everything familiar falls away so something deeper can emerge.In this episode, we explore:What the Dark Night of the Soul actually isWhere the term comes from Common signs you may be in this phase (you're not alone!)Why this isn't a detour — it’s part of the pathThen we dive into how your chakras respond, especially the:🔴 Root Chakra (Muladhara)Why feelings of fear, instability, and disconnection from your body can surfaceHow to support the root chakra with grounding practices, nourishing routines, and simple rituals that create safety during uncertainty👑 Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)The pain of feeling spiritually “disconnected” — and why it’s not a failure, but a sacred reconfigurationHow to lean into the silence, trust the unseen, and reawaken your connection to the Divine from a deeper place✨ Whether you’re currently in a Dark Night or want to better understand this powerful spiritual threshold, this episode offers grounding, perspective, and compassion for every step of the journey.
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209: The 5 Things Standing Between You and Enlightenment
In this episode, we dive deep into the five kleshas—the subtle forces described in the Yoga Sutras that keep us caught in cycles of suffering. Together, we'll explore how avidya (ignorance), asmita (false identity), raga (attachment), dvesha (aversion), and abhinivesha (fear of death) show up in our everyday lives, often without us even realizing it. By bringing these patterns into the light of awareness, we open the door to healing, liberation, and a deeper connection to our true Self.In this episode, you’ll learn:What each of the five kleshas means and how they manifest in our livesHow avidya serves as the root of all sufferingWhy our attachments and aversions are tied to deeper misperceptionsHow the fear of death (abhinivesha) influences our choices more than we thinkPractical reflections on how to begin dissolving the kleshas through yoga and mindfulnessWhether you’re new to yogic philosophy or looking to deepen your personal practice, this episode will offer powerful insights into the obstacles we all face—and the freedom that lies beyond them.Opening Music: Daniel Michael
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208: Crown Chakra Blocks - The Hidden Ways We Resist Connection
In this final episode of our series on chakra blocks, we’re diving into the mystical yet deeply practical world of the Crown Chakra—the gateway to divine wisdom, universal connection, and inner peace. While many of us believe our Crown Chakra is open because we prioritize spirituality, true balance requires not just personal enlightenment, but unity with the world around us. We’ll explore three common blocks to this energy center: disconnection from spirituality, intellectual overload, and fear of transcendence. You’ll learn how these imbalances manifest in daily life—whether as a sense of emptiness, constant mental chatter, or resistance to deep transformation. More importantly, I’ll share simple but powerful practices like Crown Chakra meditation, embodied wisdom journaling, and a surrender ritual to help you restore balance and feel more connected to yourself and the universe. If you’ve ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of your place in the grand scheme of things, this episode will help you find clarity and peace.
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207: Why Your Third Eye Chakra Might Not Be Open
In this episode of Your Chakra Coach, we explore the Third Eye Chakra and three common blocks that can disrupt your intuition and clarity. We discuss how mental overload leads to overthinking, why distrusting your intuition weakens your inner wisdom, and a lesser-known imbalance that might be affecting you without realizing it. You’ll also learn intentional practices like breath awareness meditation, intuitive journaling, and a targeted exercises to clear these blocks. By calming the mind and reconnecting with your inner guidance, you can strengthen your Third Eye energy and trust yourself more deeply. Get practical insights and simple techniques to bring balance to this powerful chakra. Until next time, trust your inner knowing and keep exploring your energy!
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