Life On Earth Podcast

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Pedro Valente

Pedro Valente has been honouring the jujutsu tradition his entire life. Along with his brothers, Pedro runs The Valente Brothers Jiu-Jitsu Self Defense School in Florida. He joins Nathalie today to discuss the philosophy of jujutsu, tradition, and finding and accepting the flow of life.
Pedro and his brothers began learning the art when they were young from their father, and by world renowned Jiu-Jitsu grandmasters Hélio Gracie, who founded the self-defence martial art system of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. At age 18, Pedro moved from Brazil to the US to attend the University of Miami School of Business Administration. Growing up, Pedro always knew that jujutsu would be a part of his life.
The philosophy of jujutsu is as important as the practice, if not more, to Pedro. It can be applied to daily life and helps to build self confidence and self esteem. By building confidence in your physical abilities, you are building your self esteem and changing your perspective of yourself. You are seeing yourself with true worth.
It is important to accept the flow of life and try not to resist change.
Jujutsu roughly translates to ‘the art of flexibility’. Resisting life and it’s changes only adds friction and stops focus. Cultivate balance and be open to change. The world needs more confidence; insecurity only breeds conflict.
 
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Cory Sterling - How To Make Yoga Law Amazing

Cory Sterling is a lawyer, owner of Conscious Counsel law firm, author and yoga teacher. He joins Nathalie today from his new home in Brazil to discuss making law fun, helping people with yoga businesses avoid legal complications and the importance in building transparent relationships.
With his book, ‘The Yoga Law Book: Legal Essentials for Yoga Professionals,’ Cory wanted to help people in the yoga space have a greater awareness of the legalities of business. One of the main concepts he discusses in the book is the practice of shoshin, or having a beginner’s mind. At any moment you can stop and re-evaluate life and see things anew. You can choose to see things fresh, change perspectives and be present at any time.
This leads Cory to discuss relationships. In life and business, relationships are everything. By having strong, transparent relationships you are creating and opening lines of communication and building trust. This allows both sides to have aligned expectations.
Practicing what he has named heart-leading law, Cory tells us the origin of his philosophy and how he brought his message to a wider audience through speaking at Wanderlust in Hawaii. This led to opening his own practice and allowed him the privilege of being able to choose his clients.
To finish the episode, Cory and Nathalie talk about Conscious Counsel and Cory’s mission to make law a more fun and accessible medium. Try and be appreciative in the moment, be present and be conscious.
 
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All About Meditation with Daria

Daria is a long-time friend of Nathalie as well as a yoga and meditation teacher who recently traveled to India for a 10-day Vipassana - meditation retreat.
In today’s episode, she will share her monumental experiences with us. After the conversation, Daria treats us to a special 30-minute Vipassana meditation session.
Daria explains why she felt called to travel to India, specifically to the Dalai Lama’s hometown, to expand on her yoga and spiritual teachings. We hear about how temporarily giving up all of her belongings at the temple helped her to truly reconnect with herself. Given Daria’s Russian background, she tells us how she began to get into yoga in Russia as a teenager and what sparked her future calling.
Nathalie dives into common questions asked by newbie meditators, so Daria gives us her answers and advice.
The 30-minute meditation will include three main steps: breathing exercises, primary meditation, and a metta (wishes for welfare and happiness) practice.
Find a quiet, relaxing space where you can sit undisturbed and find a position you will be comfortable in for the full half-hour meditation.
Refresh, replenish, and relax your mind and body alongside Daria.
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Money & Spirituality with Chioma Njoku

Chioma Njoku is a successful financial coach and yoga teacher based out of Chicago, Illinois who is all about mindset, spirituality, and of course, money. She currently works with individuals and is looking to expand into working with groups in the future. Chioma tells us her background and how she went from the world of corporate accounting into fully embracing the power and spirituality of being a yoga teacher.
Limited beliefs are a huge factor for many people when it comes to finances. Chioma discusses how she broke through her own limited beliefs and now manifests money on a daily basis.
Furthermore, Chioma helps others to achieve the same by challenging their own beliefs and discovering their “money story.” Surrounding yourself with people who share the same financial views and goals as you can help reinforce your positive money vibes.
Seasons have a purpose and signify regrowth. Nathalie asks how someone that is struggling to find their value can get clear on their purpose, and Chioma shares her tips and insights. The topic of money should be more normalized and we should be comfortable enough to talk about it as though it’s not a big deal. “Master Your Money” is Chioma’s masterclass that combines mindset and skillset to bring some peace around finances to help you to enjoy your life and hard-earned money.
 
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Black Lives Matter - David Bianchi

Black Lives Matter.
 
We welcome back to the show David Bianchi, actor, poet, film maker, amazing human, among other talents.
 
David is our host for episode 79 of LIFE ON EARTH PODCAST. He shares his perspective on our current Global situation and the movement. David says that we are in the midst of a Global Up-Rising Equality and gives us powerful suggestions on how we can be part of the solution, contribute to the movement and a new Earth where we live in Equanimity with all beings. 
 
We are honored to have David back on the podcast and that he has chosen to share with us his brilliant new short film "I Can't Breathe". 
 
We invite to watch the entire film with powerful images on his YouTube Channel HERE
 
Check out episode 40 of LIFE ON EARTH PODCAST, where David talks about leadership, being in your purpose and how to bring your life to the next level.
 
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Adam James - Move Yourself To The Next Level

Adam James is an artist, poet, singer, healer and yogi based in Austin, Texas. He joins Nathalie today to talk about his creative journey, what yoga means to him and the impacts of COVID-19.
Adam shares his new song ‘Awaken’ with us. Adam has written ‘Awaken’ to honor the divine Mother Earth and our connection to her.
 Yoga is a way to increase comfort and grounding in his own body and to deepen his connection with nature. With yoga we can unify and integrate all planes of our existence for greater harmony.
With the world on lockdown due to COVID-19, Adam is taking advantage of the time to learn and grow. Now is the time to move yourself to the next level of whatever journey you are on. Adam then shares a poem with us titled ‘Obvious’ that expresses the experience of something transcendental and the need to ground yourself in nature instead of worshiping technology.
With a pandemic covering the globe it is more important now than ever to take care of your body and mind. Navigating the landscape of information is essential to know who is looking out for your best interests. It is time to allow for individual sovereignty and make way for the world to have more quality people. Understand that you are already perfect.
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Transition Clearing with Nathalie Croix

Enjoy this energetic clearing and activation as we step into a new world.
Take a deep breath - connect with your heart space - and listen to this clearing. 
Sending you so much love and positive vibrations! 
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It's an honor and a privilege to be here with you.
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Be well ! 
Stay in peace and love

Is Food A Crutch ? with Jessica Procini

Have you ever wondered if you are an emotional eater? Many of us run to food as a crutch. In this episode we will explore the many levels on which emotional eating can show up in your life. 
Jessica Procini is a nutritionist and a life coach. She joins Nathalie today to talk about the struggles of emotional eating, identifying its roots, and immune-boosting tips to follow during COVID-19.
Jessica had always struggled in her relationship with food without knowing the reason why. For 20 years she emotionally ate, even while going through nutritionist school, until she identified herself as an emotional eater. Jessica discusses how, after 10 years of research, she has overcome her issues with food and formed a proven method for others to deal with emotional eating.
Many people, like Jessica, have issues surrounding food and often don’t know why. We’ve all tried diet and exercise plans that don’t stick or just plain don’t work. Jessica discusses the 4 roots of emotional eating, and how identifying what and why we are eating can help build a foundation of understanding, and can lead you to see how your relationship with food echoes other relationships in your life.
With stress at an all time high for many people right now, there is no better time for introspection and discovery. Taking those first steps into change is always difficult, but now is the time to let go of your food guilt and plan for a healthier tomorrow.
Be Well! Stay Healthy!
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Denise Milfort - Boost Your Immune System

Denise Milfort is a model, actress, and wellness expert. She joins us for a third time in this episode where she and Nathalie discuss strengthening your immune system, dealing with COVID-19, and making healthy choices. 
Denise almost never gets sick, which she credits to her strong immune system from a proper diet and self-care. She finds that cloves and blackseed oil are very helpful for your upper respiratory system. It is important that you believe these things will help you because even if it is the placebo effect, it is a very strong effect. 
We are all dealing with the effects of social isolation due to COVID-19. Denise shares her feelings on being isolated and how she overcame her negative thoughts. You have to accept the situation for what it is and focus on harvesting the good, as there is always good in any situation. During this time, you can work on improving yourself and your relationships. If you have a partner, find a new connection with them. If you are single, it is a good time to go within yourself.
This is the perfect time to make healthy choices because we have all the time in the world. Spend more time on your meals, make things at home that you normally wouldn’t, and make them healthier. Now more than ever it is important for us to eat healthy. 
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Check out the previous episodes with Denise -
Listen to #4 Nathalie meets Denise Milfort in Hollywood For An Inspirational Talk On : Healthy Living, Positivity, Gratitude, And Beauty. from Life On Earth Podcast on Apple Podcasts. Listen HERE
 
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Joan Hyman - Let's Celebrate Planet Earth & Diversity !

Joan Hyman, world class yoga retreat leader, yoga teacher, and teacher trainer joins us today. Joan has been practicing yoga for over 25 years, starting as a group teacher and moving on to teacher training. She and Nathalie discuss her jump into traveling the world, how she keeps herself inspired, as well as Joan’s perspective on current events. 
Joan started teaching yoga in LA but now teaches all over the world. She discusses how her first trip to India planted the travel seed within her and introduced her to a very international network. Joan explains how she feels like her soul expands when she is in an unknown place and the many benefits of travel.
Burnout on the road is a very real thing. Many people want to “bring their house with them to India,'' Joan explains, but there is a humbleness in India not felt in Western culture she believes everyone can learn from. Nathalie and Joan discuss the importance of adapting to a local culture and how Joan is able to keep herself inspired when travel becomes difficult.
Nathalie and Joan discuss the current state of the world with regards to COVID-19. Many people have experienced a loss of work from the virus and each of us has a responsibility to stay healthy and not spread sickness.
 
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