In this episode I interview Achal who is the founder of Daughters of Kali. She is a force of inspiration for south asian and women of color who are decolonising their hearts, roots and spirituality from the age old westernisation of indigenous and ancient ancestral wisdom of the vedic, yogic and tantric lineages. She is a teacher, coach and space holder for temple spaces for BIPOC women specifically 'brown sisters' ready to reclaim their shakti, "feminine power" and confront fear and shame instilled by a capitalistic culture, patriarchal society and colonial mentality of both those that colonise and those that have been colonised.

To connect with Achal and Daughters of Kali head over to her instagram @daughtersofkali.co and find her current offers Kali Awakening, Return of the Devadasis and 1:1 Ancestral & Energetic Support before she departs for her pilgrimage and on the grounds project in India to make the mission of DoK even bigger and grander than ever.

Timestamps:

01:49 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Awakening

05:28 The Role of Trauma in Spiritual Awakening

08:33 The Path of Pleasure vs. Pain in Spirituality

11:39 Reclaiming Power and the Role of Kali

14:04 The Birth of Daughters of Kali

18:06 Colonization in Modern Spiritual Spaces

20:01 Navigating Cultural Appropriation and Spirituality

24:05 Healing Shame and Reconnecting with Ancestry

27:39 Offerings and the Vision of Daughters of Kali

37:56 The Transformative Power of Burnout

41:57 Embodying Shakti: The Fire Within

43:12 Love, Devotion, and Divine Union

50:56 The Balance of Shiva and Shakti

57:34 Reclaiming Power and Identity

01:00:20 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing

If you would like to connect with me you can find me on instagram @ra_healingarts_ or book a complimentary connection call at ⁠www.rahealingarts.com⁠.

I welcome you back to the first episode of the second season of my podcast where I go into why I explored alternative relationship structures, shadows of non-monogamy and why love does not need to be a test of what you can endure.

1:11 Kundalini Awakening

4:24 Journey Through Karmic Magnification

7:48 Confusion around Identity

9:06 Polyamory as a Possibility

12:24 Shadow behind Freedom

16:01 Paradox of Safety and Danger in Awakening

20:09 Reflections on Capital L Love

If you would like to connect with me you can find me on instagram @ra_healingarts_ or book a complimentary connection call at ⁠www.rahealingarts.com⁠.

John Minks is a sound therapist with over 17 years of experience in exploring the profound healing powers of sound. His deep understanding of music allows him to create harmonized soundscapes, blending traditional sound healing instruments with digital synthesizers to craft immersive, cosmic sound journeys.

As the founder of Deep Space Mallets, John creates custom mallets for gongs, singing bowls, and frame drums, ensuring each piece contributes to the therapeutic sound experience. He regularly conducts sound, yoga, and meditation retreats and travels across the United States offering transformative sound therapy sessions. Through his work, John Minks continues to expand the boundaries of sound healing, providing profound experiences for those seeking relaxation, mental clarity, and inner peace.

Timestamps:

2:13 John’s Musical Awakening and Early Experiences

10:08 The Transformative Power of Sound

12:55 The Science Behind Sound Healing

20:41 The Cellular Impact of Sound

23:51 Exploring Instruments and Personal Connections

24:39 The Cosmic Connection of Sound

30:16 Healing Through Sound: The Gong Experience

34:35 Sound Medicine v. Plant Medicine

37:11 Celestial Soundscapes: A Journey Beyond

40:11 Love and Healing: A Shared Journey

If you want to connect with me you can find my instagram @ra_healingarts_ or book a complimentary consult call for private coaching at ⁠www.rahealingarts.com⁠.