Midlife Purpose Project: Bringing women clarity and peace with yoga philosophy, mindfulness and spirituality.

Starting her healing journey at just 15, Stacey Uhrig intuitively knew she needed support—even at a time when therapy wasn’t widely available or socially accepted. She fought for her right to receive it and succeeded. But after 20 years of therapy, Stacey still struggled with panic attacks. That’s when she realized there had to be another way to heal.This revelation led her to explore developmental trauma and how unresolved childhood experiences deeply shape our mental health. Around this time, Stacey also started building her family through adoption. Through this process, she encountered a hidden challenge: parents of adopted children often struggle with the secondary trauma their children bring with them—stemming from early-life experiences before joining their forever homes.In this episode, Stacey offers a new understanding of burnout, revealing that it’s more than just emotional exhaustion—it’s a breakdown of the nervous system. Stacey experienced this firsthand in her 30s. After 20 years of living in a state of hypervigilance, her nervous system became overloaded, unable to process the constant stress.She describes burnout as a visceral experience—not just mental rumination but a physical shutdown. Some symptoms she mentions include:FatigueBrain fogChest tightnessFacial flushingOverwhelmStacey explains that polyvagal theory sheds light on what happens to the nervous system during burnout and why our bodies respond this way. We also touch on a therapy model called Internal Family Systems (IFS) as to why we develop coping strategies that can lead to burnout. Surprisingly, burnout is the body's attempt to protect us when stress becomes too much to handle. She emphasizes the importance of terminology—knowing what’s really happening helps us find effective ways to heal.As a trauma therapist, Stacey uses techniques like hypnosis to help clients access subconscious beliefs that shape their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Many people don’t even realize they’ve experienced trauma—they just feel stuck and don’t understand why.Stacey says that if you’ve ever felt:“I’m not enough.”“I don’t belong.”“I can’t have what I want because I’m unworthy.”These beliefs are often rooted in trauma. Even if the events don’t seem significant on the surface, the way we internalize them can leave lasting emotional imprints that drive behavior patterns.In this conversation, we explore:The science behind polyvagal theory and its connection to trauma and burnout.How early trauma influences the nervous system.Why burnout is actually a protective response from your body.The impact of subconscious programming on mental health.Through her work, Stacey guides her clients toward healing by addressing the underlying trauma that blocks them from feeling whole. She reminds us that healing is possible, but it requires a deeper understanding of how our body and mind work together.Redefining Burnout as a Nervous System BreakdownHow Hypnosis Helps Uncover Subconscious TraumaEpisode HighlightsDiscover more of Stacey’s wisdom and healing journey:🌐 Flip Your Mindset🎧

What do you really want—and how do you know the difference between a soul desire and an ego desire?In midlife, this question becomes impossible to ignore. The goals that once motivated us may no longer satisfy, and popular manifestation techniques—visualizing harder, wanting more, pushing forward—often fall flat.In this episode, we explore desire through the lens of yoga philosophy, offering a grounded and spiritually mature reframe of manifestation. Rather than treating desire as something to amplify or control, yoga teaches us to listen—to discern whether a desire is rooted in fear and identity, or in truth and soul alignment.You’ll learn why desire itself is not only natural, but spiritual, how yoga understands desire as a form of communication with the universe, and what it means to co-create with life rather than demand outcomes from it.This episode is especially for midlife women who feel called to live more intentionally, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and manifest a life that feels meaningful—not just impressive.In This Episode, We Explore:Why desire is considered sacred in yoga philosophyThe difference between ego desire (ahamkara) and soul desire (sankalpa)How popular manifestation culture misses the step of discernmentWhy manifesting ego desires can “work” but still feel emptyHow the body helps us recognize truth versus fearDesire as spiritual communication with the universeWhat co-creation really means in yoga philosophyWhy midlife is a powerful initiation into soul-aligned manifestationKey TakeawayYoga philosophy teaches that manifestation is not about forcing outcomes, but about aligning with truth. When we learn to listen to soul desire instead of chasing ego desire, life begins to respond in more meaningful—and often surprising—ways.About Katie FarinasKatie Farinas is a midlife coach, yoga teacher, and spiritual guide who helps women navigate midlife with clarity, peace, purpose, and empowerment. Through yoga philosophy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and energy-based practices, Katie supports women in reconnecting with their intuition and stepping fully into their most aligned and authentic selves.✨ Explore Katie’s work and offerings:Visit Katie’s websiteJoin the newsletter for soulful insightsRead and watch on SubstackBook a reflective Insight Seat

In this episode, Katie Farinas explores manifestation in a grounded, embodied way—breaking it down into something that is simple, though not always easy.Katie explains how manifestation works through the combined power of attention and intention, and why where we place our awareness directly shapes our lived experience. She outlines five key areas to focus on for 2026—health, relationships, work, money, and material possessions—and demonstrates how attention alone can shift perception and experience.You’ll learn Katie’s three-step manifestation process: clearly defining desires and planting them into the subconscious, surrendering the outcome while maintaining focus, and holding the energetic state of what you want rather than what you don’t. Through metaphor and mindfulness, Katie explains why calm, regulated energy supports manifestation far more than effort or force.The episode includes a guided meditation inviting you to explore your desires across different areas of life, release them into silence, and return with greater clarity and trust. Katie closes with practical tools for maintaining alignment, reframing unwanted experiences as clarifying teachers, and staying rooted in self-trust as you consciously create your life.Chapters 02:05 Manifestation FoundationsKatie introduces manifestation as simple but not easy, explaining how attention and intention work together across health, relationships, work, money, and material life.07:29 Subconscious Desire SeedingKatie explains the three-step manifestation process, including defining desires, surrendering outcomes, and holding the energy of what is wanted.20:35 Guided Desire MeditationA guided meditation inviting listeners to explore desires across life areas, observe the breath, and release intentions into silence.28:30 Awareness And EnergyKatie discusses maintaining focus on desired outcomes, shifting habits through awareness, and using meditation and journaling for clarity.30:15 Alignment And Self TrustClarifying personal desires, staying aligned with them, and trusting yourself in the process of creating a purposeful life.About Katie FarinasKatie Farinas is a midlife coach, yoga teacher, and spiritual guide who helps women navigate midlife with clarity, peace, purpose, and empowerment. Through yoga philosophy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and energy-based practices, Katie supports women in reconnecting with their intuition and stepping fully into their most aligned and authentic selves.✨ Explore Katie’s work and offerings:Visit Katie’s websiteJoin the newsletter for soulful insightsRead and watch on SubstackBook a reflective Insight SeatSchedule a Clarity Call🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube:

Sign up for a clarity call to see if dharma coaching is right for you.Receive gently weekly guidance on your journey home to yourself by signing up for my newsletter. Ready to go deeper? Subscribe to my Substack page for weekly blog posts.In this illuminating episode, Katie Farinas sits down with Katie Beecher, a licensed professional counselor and renowned medical and spiritual intuitive, for a deeply honest and expansive conversation about intuition, spiritual guides, and the true nature of healing.Katie Beecher shares her unique process of creating highly detailed four-page intuitive reports and watercolor energy portraits, offering insights into clients’ emotional patterns, health challenges, and life experiences—often revealing information they’ve never spoken aloud. She explains how she works through the chakra system, integrates guidance from spiritual sources, and approaches sensitive information with compassion and care.The two Katies explore:How intuitive information arrives—through images, physical sensations, emotional impressions, and spiritual guides.The art of trusting your intuition, even when it feels vague, mysterious, or surprising.The courage required to share intuitive messages, and the responsibility intuitive practitioners hold.The difference between intuition, spiritual guides, loved ones, and other sources of guidance—and why the message matters more than the messenger.Setting boundaries in intuitive and energetic work, and why self-care is essential for practitioners.Katie Farinas opens up about her experiences with chronic migraines, her search for healing, and receiving intuitive messages about her own physical symptoms. Katie Beecher offers a spiritual perspective on migraines—how they can be connected to avoiding uncomfortable truths or protecting oneself—and shares a powerful writing practice for exploring these connections.The conversation also touches on:Overcoming disconnection from your intuitive giftsLetting go of the fear of being wrongWriting to your guides as a path to clarityHealing old patterns through honesty, curiosity, and compassionRedefining productivity and honoring your body’s wisdomCreating a culture where well-being matters more than overworkKatie Beecher also discusses her book, a...

In this Substack Live conversation, Katie Farinas is joined by fellow midlife coach Sue McCreedie to explore the powerful difference between setting goals and living from soul-aligned intentions.Both Katie and Sue share their journeys from medical professionals into midlife coaching, and why the new year is a natural inflection point—a time to reflect, release, and consciously choose what we want to bring forward.They discuss why goals often leave us feeling like we either succeed or fail, while intentions allow us to live in alignment with our deepest values and soul’s desires. From that place, aligned goals can naturally emerge.Sue introduces numerology and explains how it can guide us through 2025 and 2026. Tarot cards are used as symbolic mirrors for each year, helping tap into the subconscious. Katie then guides Sue through a body scan, breathwork, heart chakra activation, and visualization meditation to connect with a soul word for 2026.Listeners are invited to play along, reflect, and listen for what their own soul is asking for next.👉 Watch the full episode and see the tarot cards used on Katie’s YouTube channel:Chapters00:00 – Show IntroShow overview10:00 Origins & CallingsKatie and Sue share their paths from healthcare into midlife coaching and what called them toward purpose-driven work with women.15:10– Intention Versus GoalsWhy goals can feel rigid and draining, and how intentions create alignment, clarity, and freedom in midlife.23:40 – Numerology Year ThemesSue explains numerology and how different years carry distinct energetic guidance for reflection and growth.23:00 – Tarot As ReflectionUsing tarot as a symbolic tool to access subconscious wisdom and explore what each year represents.39:30 – Breathwork Body AwarenessA grounding body scan and breathwork practice to calm the nervous system and quiet the thinking mind.43:26 – Heart Chakra ActivationKatie guides a visualization meditation to connect with the heart and receive a soul-aligned word for 2026.49:00 Katie and Sue Reflect On Their Individual Experience57:00 – Releasing Old IdentitiesWhy letting go of what no longer serves you is essential for stepping into an expanded, energized self.1:01 OutroAbout Katie FarinasKatie Farinas is a midlife coach, yoga teacher, and spiritual guide who helps women navigate midlife with clarity, peace, purpose, and empowerment. Through yoga philosophy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and energy-based practices, Katie supports women in reconnecting with their intuition and stepping fully into their most aligned and authentic selves.You can find Sue McCreedie on Substack or on her website: drsuemccreedie.com.Want to see the tarot cards in today's episode? Go to lightseerstarot.com and look for The Magician (2026) and the The Hermit(2025)✨ Explore Katie’s work and offerings:Visit

In this episode, Katie helps you navigate the holiday season with more clarity, grounding, and energy. Building on the idea of energy hygiene, she shares how daily energy maintenance is just as essential as caring for your physical health. Simple practices like pausing, walking, or breathing mindfully can help you stay centered even when life feels overwhelming.Katie also opens up about a deeply personal moment of clarity: recognizing an old unconscious pattern of trying to fix and protect everyone around her. This habit—rooted in childhood experiences of caretaking and managing others’ emotions—has continued into adulthood, often draining her energy without her realizing it.Through this real-time awakening, she explains:✨ What an “Energy Drain” Really IsThe obvious and not-so-obvious ways our energy leaksHow family dynamics can activate old patternsWhy trying to control everyone’s experience depletes your internal resources✨ A Holiday Moment That Changed EverythingDuring a family Christmas tree outing, Katie noticed her body physically tightening—an immediate sign of stress. That moment helped her see the deeper pattern she was living out: the role of fixer, protector, and emotional buffer.✨ Awakening: Seeing Life As It IsKatie describes awakening as the moment when something previously invisible suddenly becomes clear. These moments are sacred—they’re invitations to shift, not judge ourselves.✨ The Yoga Philosophy of Svadhyaya (Self-Study)She breaks down five ways to recognize your patterns:Repeated emotional reactionsPhysical tension or constrictionFeeling drained or depletedAutomatically acting without choiceLosing alignment with your valuesBecoming aware of these patterns gives you the power of choice.✨ Tools for Managing Stress, Anxiety & EnergyKatie shares practical tools including:Breath awareness to calm your systemGrounding exercises to create space between stimulus and responseVagal toning through vibration, humming, singing, or chantingJournaling to reveal your patterns and support clarityThese techniques help you witness your patterns without judgment and reconnect to your values—especially during the intensity of the holiday season.Related Episodes:94: Healing Through Internal Family Systems (IFS)37: Living Ahisma: Cultivating Peace In A Turbulent World66: Aparigraha: Letting Go For True Freedom🔗 Helpful Links🌐 Katie's Website 📰 Substack: Find short inspirations and longer writings on how to create a life that feels meaningful, purposeful, peaceful and fulfilled - head over to

Have a burning question? Come one the show for Insight Seat: Dharma Dialogues. Where you can get free coaching on your question and help others by sharing your story. In this deeply insightful episode, Katie and Britt dive into the transformative world of energy hygiene, Reiki healing, and intuitive wellness practices. Britt—a Reiki Master, artist, and therapist—shares her journey into energy work, highlighting how intuition, grounding, and self-awareness can support healing and personal growth.Together, Katie and Britt explore how energy practices like yoga, Reiki, Saima Diksha, Tai Chi, and Qigong help release blocked energy, balance emotions, and elevate consciousness. They discuss the growing scientific understanding of the human energy field and how maintaining energetic alignment can positively impact both physical and emotional well-being.Katie opens up about her own energy rituals, including a morning visualization practice for clearing unwanted energy and inviting divine light. Britt offers practical tips for daily energy hygiene, emphasizing grounding, nourishment, gratitude, and forgiveness as essential components of a healthy energy system.Listeners will also learn about:The difference between Reiki Level 1 and 2 and how each deepens energetic awarenessHow forgiveness and compassion play key roles in healingThe importance of combining therapy with energy work to address trauma holisticallyBritt’s concept of “attenergy” and how to maintain a high vibrational frequencyThe impact of media and daily choices on your personal energy fieldSimple grounding techniques like hand-rubbing, shaking, and breathwork to release stagnant energyTo learn more about Britt's work head over to her website at: brittmichaelian.art. Take a listen to her podcast Daily Healing Podcast, and check out her Healing House event, an annual art and wellness fundraiser for City of Hope Cancer Treatment Centers.If you’re seeking tools for energetic balance, spiritual growth, and self-healing, this episode will inspire you to reconnect with your intuition, raise your vibration, and practice energy hygiene as a way of life.

Sign up for a clarity call to see if dharma coaching is right for you. Receive gently weekly guidance on your journey home to yourself by signing up for my newsletter. Ready to go deeper? Subscribe to my Substack page for weekly blog posts.In this episode, we explore how the yoga principle of **Sthira & Sukha—steadiness and ease—offers a powerful roadmap for navigating holiday overwhelm, stress, and emotional intensity. You’ll learn how to recognize when you're in “too much effort,” how to soften your system in real time, and how to apply small, practical nervous system tools to restore balance during the busiest season of the year.This episode includes a 1-minute somatic check-in, a guided breath practice, and simple micro-practices you can use anytime you feel overloaded or stretched thin.Perfect for anyone who wants a calmer, more grounded, more intentional holiday season.🧘‍♀️ WHAT YOU'LL LEARNWhat Sthira & Sukha actually mean in yoga philosophyHow these principles map directly to nervous system regulationWhy the holidays often trigger “over-efforting” and burnoutHow to identify bracing, tension, or emotional overload in real timeSimple breathwork and somatic tools to create instant easeHow to choose “just enough” instead of perfectWhy softness is a strength—especially during the holidays

Sign up for your own Insight Seat experience!Ready for me? Book a free Clarity Call to see if a full coaching container is right for you. In this powerful coaching episode, Katie guides guest Megan Tobler through an intuitive exploration to reconnect with her inner voice. Together, they uncover how intuition can serve as a compass for clarity, purpose, and aligned action—especially when fear and outside noise cloud decision-making.You’ll hear Megan’s journey as a podcast host and entrepreneur navigating visibility, fear of the unknown, and the pull toward something greater. Katie offers practical tools for tuning into intuition through micro-decisions, journaling, meditation, and learning to recognize intuitive “hits.”Whether you’re building a business, at a crossroads, or simply craving deeper self-trust, this episode will help you begin strengthening your relationship with your higher self and making choices from your inner knowing rather than external pressure.In this episode:How to tell the difference between intuition and egoSimple daily practices to connect with your inner guidanceWhat to do when fear or doubt cloud your intuitionThe connection between intuition, visibility, and purposeHow micro-intuitive decisions build self-trust over time

Join my Substack Community where we learn, share and grow together. Let me know what you think about this episode! DM me on IG @katie.farinas or email me at katie@katiefarinas.comIn this deeply insightful episode, Katie sits down with Shannon Ryan, a seasoned wealth advisor with over 30 years of experience, to explore the emotional, spiritual, and psychological dimensions of money. Together, they unpack what it means to cultivate a healthy relationship with wealth — one rooted in awareness, values, and self-trust rather than fear and scarcity.Shannon shares how her career evolved from chasing financial returns to focusing on the human side of money management, helping clients align their financial decisions with what truly matters most. She discusses the scarcity mindset — how early experiences and cultural conditioning shape our beliefs about money — and how these “financial wounds” can create what she calls financial scar tissue.Katie and Shannon explore:Why emotions drive money decisions more than numbersThe hidden impact of a scarcity mindset on success and well-beingHow to balance saving for the future with living fully in the presentThe role of faith, tithing, and energetic flow in financial abundanceWhy women must take ownership of their financial lives — and how doing so builds stronger partnershipsHow to recognize and heal from financial trauma and transform fear into empowermentShannon shares a powerful case study of a young couple who downsized their home to follow their dream of traveling for a decade — an example of how aligning financial choices with personal values leads to true financial happiness.This conversation invites you to rethink your relationship with money, release fear, and embrace financial decisions that reflect your deepest purpose.For more on Shannon's work and to snag her book Your Money Has Feelings, head over to her website: https://shannon-ryan.com/

Book a free Clarity Call to see if my coaching is right for you.Do you have a burning question you would like coaching on? Sign up for Insight Seat: Dharma Dialogues where you can get coaching on your question and help others by sharing your journey. Want weekly inspiration to your inbox? Sign up for my newsletter or follow me on Substack. In this episode, Katie guides you through how yoga, mindfulness, spirituality, and breathwork can help you move beyond the cycle of overwhelm and reconnect with peace in the present moment.Overwhelm often comes from trying to control outcomes, rushing toward the next task, and forgetting our connection to Source. Drawing on yoga philosophy, mindfulness teachings, and insights from Esther Hicks and Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar’s Arrival Fallacy, Katie explores how living in constant “doing” energy keeps us disconnected — and how presence brings us back to flow.You’ll also experience a guided breathwork practice designed to calm your nervous system and ground you in the now, helping you embody the balance and clarity that yoga calls sattva. Through the lens of spirituality and mindful awareness, you’ll learn how to transform chaos into calm and rediscover joy in the journey.🧘‍♀️ What You’ll Learn:How yoga, mindfulness, and breathwork help release overwhelm and restore balanceWhy overwhelm arises from living in “rajas” (restlessness) or “tamas” (inertia)How yoga philosophy teaches surrender, presence, and trust in something greaterThe link between the mind’s need to “arrive” and the body’s sense of disconnectionSimple breath and mindfulness tools to return to the present moment💫 Key Takeaways:Overwhelm fades when we stop trying to get through life and start being in it.Breathwork anchors you back to the body — the gateway to mindfulness and presence.True peace isn’t waiting at the end of your to-do list; it’s available in this very breath.Yoga and mindfulness teach that the present moment is where spirituality and wellbeing meet.🕉️ Wisdom from Yoga Philosophy:Bhagavad Gita (2.47): “You have the right to your actions, but not to the fruits of your actions.” → Peace arises when we release attachment to results and act with devotion.Yoga Sutra 1.14: “Practice becomes firmly grounded when done for a long time, without interruption, and with devotion.” → Transformation happens in steady, mindful practice — not in perfection or rushing to arrive.💬 Quote of the Episode:“The miracle is not to walk on water. The miracle is to walk on the Earth.” — Thich Nhat Hanh

🌿 Sign Up for my weekly newsletter. Think of it as your Sunday ritual—wisdom, practices, and reflections to carry you into the week ahead.I always love to hear from listeners! DM me on IG@katie.farinas or email me at katie@katiefarinas.comGratitude is more than a fleeting feeling—it’s a vibration, a way of moving through the world that unlocks abundance, joy, and connection. In this episode, we explore gratitude from both yoga philosophy and modern spiritual wisdom, weaving together insights from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, Bhakti Yoga, and teachers like Deepak Chopra.You’ll discover:How gratitude shifts us from scarcity to abundance and opens the flow of life.The two arms of gratitude—giving and receiving—and why both are essential for balance.Why receiving gratitude can feel uncomfortable, and how to explore beliefs around worthiness.Yogic perspectives on gratitude as santosha (contentment) and bhakti (devotion).A journal prompt to help you reflect on your relationship with receiving gratitude.Gratitude isn’t just about saying “thank you”—it’s about embodying contentment, devotion, and trust in life’s unfolding. By embracing gratitude, we align with the universal flow, soften resistance, and open ourselves to more peace, love, creativity, and prosperity.Journal Prompt:What comes up for me when I receive gratitude, compliments, or help from others? Do I feel comfortable, or do I resist? What beliefs might make it hard for me to receive fully, and how might gratitude help soften that?Tune in and learn how gratitude can transform the way you see your past, live in the present, and envision your future.Related Episodes106: Beyond The Negativity Bias17: How Do We Find Lasting Contentment

Have a burning question? Come one the show for Insight Seat: Dharma Dialogues. Where you can get free coaching on your question and help others by sharing your story. In this enlightening episode, Katie Farinas sits down with Andrea Nakayama, functional medicine expert and wellness advocate, to explore how functional medicine can transform health in midlife, especially for women.They dive deep into the principles of functional medicine, emphasizing personalized, root-cause-focused care rather than symptom-based treatments. Andrea and Katie discuss how functional medicine differs from traditional healthcare models and share personal stories that demonstrate its effectiveness in addressing chronic conditions and mysterious symptoms.Key Topics Covered in This Episode1. Understanding Functional Medicine for Midlife HealthWhy functional medicine is crucial for women’s health, especially during midlife.How it differs from traditional, protocol-based healthcare.The importance of therapeutic partnerships and patient advocacy.2. "Three Roots, Many Branches” ModelAndrea’s framework identifies genes, digestion, and inflammation as primary roots of chronic conditions.How epigenetic factors—like food, movement, environment, and mindset—impact gene expression.Practical strategies for managing symptoms through nutrition and lifestyle.3. Nutrition and Lifestyle StrategiesDietary principles: fat, fiber, protein at every meal, colorful phytonutrients, and personal food tracking (“yes-no-maybe” list).Eliminating top inflammatory foods: refined sugar, gluten, and dairy.Nervous system regulation and the importance of staying in a parasympathetic state for healing.4. Menopause and Hormone ManagementPhysiological changes and symptoms are normal due to hormone shifts.Holistic approach emphasizing blood sugar control, cortisol regulation, and resilience.Lifestyle strategies to mitigate hot flashes, improve sleep, and manage stress.5. Longevity, Aging, and PurposeInsights into healthy aging and female longevity, including oral health, supplements like fish oil and probiotics, and mindset.Challenging societal and ageist narratives around women in midlife.The role of community and purpose in promoting well-being during midlife and beyond.Why Listen:This episode is packed with practical guidance for women navigating midlife, from root-cause approaches to functional medicine to holistic strategies for menopause, resilience, and longevity. Whether you’re dealing with chronic symptoms or seeking ways to optimize health and purpose, this conversation offers actionable insights and inspiration.Resources & Links: Join the newsletter or follow Katie on Substack for stories, reflection and ancient wisdom for living with more purpose, peace and ease in this modern world.Let's Connect on IG: @katie.farinasIf you're ready to uncover your dharma, book a discovery call. Le's being the journey...

Looking for guidance, inspiration, and community in midlife? Join my Substack and discover:Stories and lessons from life, yoga, and personal growth.Tools to connect with your inner wisdom.A supportive circle of women navigating midlife together.Subscribe now—let’s grow, learn, and thrive together!In this episode, we explore the concept of the Universal Teacher—a timeless idea from yoga philosophy that shows us how guidance and wisdom are all around us. From our inner voice and life’s challenges to mentors, our bodies, and the natural world, every experience can teach us valuable lessons.Designed for midlife women seeking purpose and growth, this episode provides practical strategies to:Connect with your inner wisdom.Reframe challenges as lessons.Recognize the teachers in the people and world around you.Apply insights to live a more purposeful, fulfilling life.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How your inner teacher can guide life decisions.Ways to see life’s challenges as opportunities for growthHow to identify lessons from mentors, friends, and even nature.Practical steps to integrate wisdom into your daily life.Perfect For:Midlife women navigating career, relationship, or personal transitions.Anyone seeking practical wisdom and guidance from life’s experiences.Listeners interested in yoga philosophy, mindfulness, or self-discovery.Need help deciphering messages from the Universe? My coaching program helps you tap into your intuition and access the guru within. Book a discovery call now!

Sign up for Insight Seat: Dharma Dialogues for the chance to change your life and the lives of fellow midlife women!In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative practice of meditation and mindfulness. Many people think meditation is “too hard” or “not for me”—we’re here to bust those limiting beliefs and show you how anyone can start, even with just a few minutes a day.We explore:The difference between meditation and mindfulness and why both are powerful for mental clarity and emotional balance.How yoga philosophy views meditation as a tool for self-realization, inner peace, and connection with the universal teacher.What modern psychology says about meditation, including its impact on stress reduction, focus, and overall well-being.Practical tips for overcoming excuses and making meditation a sustainable habit in daily life.Whether you’re a beginner or looking to deepen your practice, this episode provides actionable insights and a fresh perspective on why meditation matters for mind, body, and spirit.Sign Up for my newsletter or substack! Message me on IG: @katie.farinas

Living with Courage: Resilience, Growth, and Embracing Your Authentic SelfWhat does it really mean to live with courage? In this inspiring episode, Katie Farinas sits down with Terry Sidford—life coach, author, and TEDx speaker—to explore the power of resilience, the courage to step into the unknown, and the freedom that comes from embracing discomfort.Terry shares her transformative personal journey, including a defining moment in her early 20s when she lost everything to a con artist. While her possessions were taken, she realized that her inner strength, soul, and authentic self could never be taken. This awakening laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to courage, personal growth, and purpose-driven living.Key Takeaways from This Episode1. Why Courage is Essential for Personal GrowthCourage is the foundation of transformation. Terry and Katie discuss how stepping into the unknown allows us to grow, build resilience, and connect with our authentic selves.2. Strengthening Inner Resilience Through MindfulnessLearn how practices like meditation, journaling, and visualization can strengthen your ability to face fear, overcome obstacles, and cultivate inner courage.3. Acts of Courage in Everyday LifeTerry shares how taking singing lessons became an act of courage and lifelong learning. Small steps outside your comfort zone can create profound personal growth.4. Breaking Free from Societal ExpectationsThis conversation explores how women can overcome limiting societal norms, embrace authenticity, and align with their true purpose.5. Embracing the Indestructible SelfTerry’s story reinforces the unshakable truth: your authentic self is indestructible, no matter the challenges life throws at you.Why Listen to This Episode:This heartfelt conversation will leave you inspired to:Face fears with confidenceEmbrace personal growth and transformationStep boldly into a purpose-driven lifeStrengthen your resilience through mindfulness and self-discoveryResources & Links:👉 Connect with Terry Sidford and learn more about her coaching, books, and speaking at https://terrysidford.com👉 For more inspiration and free resources from Katie - sign up for her newsletter or follow her on substack👉 To see if Dharma coaching is right for you, book a discovery call today.

Ready to use this season as a time for transformation. Book a discovery call now!Want to get weekly insights into your inbox - sign up for The Midlife Guide. Wisdom, practices and stories to help you return to you. As autumn creeps in, nature begins its shift — and so do we. According to Ayurvedic wisdom, we are inextricably linked to the natural world. Whatever happens outside in nature is also happening inside of us, impacting our body, mind, and spirit.In this episode, we explore how the season of Vata — represented by space and air — influences our energy, emotions, digestion, and overall sense of balance. Fall brings dry winds, cooler temperatures, and shorter days, which can leave us feeling scattered, anxious, restless, or even experiencing sleep disturbances.But there’s good news: when we understand these seasonal shifts, we can work with them instead of against them. Ayurveda gives us tools to return to balance by bringing in qualities opposite of Vata — stability, warmth, grounding, and nourishment.🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How autumn affects your digestion, sleep, mood, and energy levelsWhy you may feel more restless, ungrounded, or anxious in fallSimple Ayurvedic practices to restore balance in body and mindThe importance of warming foods and spices (like soups, stews, cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg)How routines, grounding yoga, and mindful walks in nature support stabilityYogic wisdom on autumn as a time of letting go, slowing down, and making space for what’s newA guided meditation to balance Vata, calm your nervous system, and invite inner stillness🍁 Practical Tips for Autumn Balance:Eat warm, moist, and grounding mealsStick to a regular sleep and meal schedulePractice grounding yoga poses or take technology-free walks in natureEmbrace autumn as a season of release and renewalFall doesn’t have to leave you feeling off balance. With Ayurvedic and yogic wisdom, you can align with the season, support your nervous system, and find more ease and clarity as you move into the months ahead.✨ Tune in now to discover how to bring warmth, grounding, and flow into your autumn season.

Looking To Get Some Answers On Your Spiritual Journey? Sign up for Insight Seat: Dharma Dialogues. Sign up for the newsletter for follow me on substack for more stories, reflection and ancient wisdom for the modern world.Get My FREE Masterclass: 5 Steps To Discovering Your Dharma119: Our Shared Life PurposeFeeling overwhelmed by the weight of the world? In this episode, we explore how to navigate fear, anxiety, and anger while staying true to your dharma and living a life of purpose. Discover how to cultivate “honey in the heart and fire in the belly”—a practice that blends compassion, courage, and conscious action.We dive into:The meaning of “honey in the heart and fire in the belly” in yoga philosophy.How gratitude transforms your mindset and energy (pratipaksha bhavana).Practical ways to notice the beauty and goodness in everyday life.Balancing softness in the heart with courage and purpose in action.Setting boundaries, speaking truth, and making meaningful change without losing your compassion.Real-life examples of embodying love, strength, and dharma in everyday moments.✨ Whether you’re looking to expand your awareness, raise your vibration, or take conscious action in the world, this episode offers guidance to stay grounded, loving, and fired up for what truly matters.Action Steps from this Episode:Start a daily gratitude practice.Identify where your fire and courage are meant to make an impact.Spread kindness intentionally every day.Align your energy, time, and resources with your values.Set boundaries and speak your truth from a place of love and alignment.Listen, reflect, and step into your role as a change-maker, embodying both compassion and courage.

Sign up for Katie's newsletter to get weekly inspiration on your journey home to yourself and be the first to know about new offerings!Subscribe to my Substack for all-in-one access to my podcast, blog posts, and daily yogic insights—quotes, reflections, and personal notes to help you stay grounded, inspired, and aligned.Check Out Jamie's First Appearance On Our Show!Have you ever wondered what your dreams are really trying to tell you? In this episode, Katie and guest Jamie explore the fascinating world of dream analysis and its connection to inner wisdom. Jamie shares why most dreams happen during REM sleep, along with practical techniques to help you remember and interpret dreams more clearly — including the powerful Dream Bridge method.Together, they discuss how dreams can reveal messages from the unconscious mind and how similar techniques can be applied to experiences like downloads, visualizations, and intuitive insights. Jamie emphasizes the importance of developing self-listening skills, which can positively impact all areas of life.If you’re curious about what your dreams mean and how to use them as tools for growth, this conversation will open up new possibilities for your personal journey.✨ What you’ll learn in this episode:·      How dreams provide guidance from your subconscious mind·      The Dream Bridge method for interpreting dreams·      Practical tips for remembering your dreams·      Ways to apply dream analysis to visualizations and intuitive downloads·      How cultivating inner listening can transform daily lifeSign Up For Jamie's Retreat and Access Her Free Resources From Jamie! https://www.windowstowisdom.com/for-midlife-purpose-project

In this episode, Katie unpacks a thought-provoking quote from Yogiraj Achela:“What are you not seeing because you are seeing what you are seeing?”At first glance, it may feel puzzling. But as Katie shares her reflections—through the lens of parenting, change, and the passage of time—you’ll discover how this question challenges us to recognize blind spots and open our eyes to new possibilities.You’ll learn:How focusing too narrowly can limit what we notice in life.Why shifting perspective can bring more clarity and peace.How parenting milestones (like watching a child begin their senior year) can spark deeper insight into impermanence and presence.Practical ways to apply this teaching in daily life and relationships.✨ Whether you’re on a path of self-discovery, navigating change, or simply curious about yoga philosophy, this episode invites you to see beyond the obvious—and step into a more expansive awareness.Sign Up For The Newsletter!Related Episodes: 73 A Simple Breathwork Practice For Regulating The Nervous systemEpisode 102: This One Hidden Block Could Be Keeping You From Your Purpose