When Spiritual Work Feels Stuck — What to Do Next

February’s Quiet Power: You Don't Need To Force What is Still Forming

February offers a different path: quiet power. We lean into the month’s subtle energy and unpack how to stop forcing outcomes and start trusting what’s forming beneath the surface. Instead of chasing momentum, we build it by stabilising our bodies, our routines, and our nervous systems.We walk through the shift from January’s idea storm to February’s integration phase. Since February often is associated with the heart, we explore self love as fertile soil for all relationships. To anchor it all, we guide a three minute grounding meditation with breath, visualisation, and a calming affirmation.If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs gentle momentum, and leave a quick review so others can find this grounding guide. Your support helps this community keep growing—slowly, steadily, and sustainably.Send us a message Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showA note for every episode: we do not necessary agree with all the views on our podcast and leave listeners to make their own mind up with what they do or don't agree with. Want to be a guest? Send The Gentle Yoga Warrior a message on PodMatch, here:

Why We Stop Trusting Ourselves—and How to Reclaim Inner Authority

What if the voice you keep sidelining is the one built to lead you? We sit down with Dr. Toni LaMotta to trace a brave arc from a vow of obedience to a life rooted in discernment, self-trust, and inner authority. Through lived experience and gentle, repeatable practices, Toni shows how to hear the guidance that’s already there—and how to act on it with courage.We unpack fear as information, not a flaw, and explore a playful model where your “barking dog” (anxious mind) and your spirit (calm knowing) both speak—but only one deserves the final say. You’ll learn the seven-minute presence practice that brings body, heart, and head online in the right order, turning mental chatter into quiet clarity. We talk dragonfly wisdom and why slow unfolding isn’t a defect; it’s how deep change locks in.Toni guides us to treat life as teacher, not enemy: finding the gift in setbacks, reframing “failure” as feedback, and using neuroplasticity to change the meaning of old memories without denying what happened. She shares how to stop asking “What should I do?” and replace it with “What does my heart want next?”—a small shift that simplifies decisions and eases chronic anxiety. Ready to make guidance tangible? Tune in, try the seven-minute practice, and tell us the name of your barking dog. If this resonated, follow the show, share with a friend, and leave a review to help more listeners reclaim their inner authority.Toni's contact details: https://tonilamotta.com/Send us a message Support the showA note for every episode: we do not necessary agree with all the views on our podcast and leave listeners to make their own mind up with what they do or don't agree with. Want to be a guest? Send The Gentle Yoga Warrior a message on PodMatch, here:

January Blues To Everyday Abundance: You Bank Account Might Be Cold But Your Bubble Bath Isn't!

January can feel heavy after Christmas: routines resume, bills arrive, and the cold bites harder than we remember. We wanted to offer something warmer than a pep talk—a mix of practical money calming and sensory richness that helps you feel abundant even when funds run low. Together we unpack why the post-holiday dip hits so hard and how to replace panic with a plan you can actually follow, then layer in small rituals that make ordinary days feel spacious and kind.We guide you into a forest meditation recorded with birdsong and the hush of water nearby. Step by slow step, the practice invites you to notice breath, ground, and the truth that change is made of small moves taken often. You’ll choose one next step that sits just outside your comfort zone—calling a support service, setting a walk on your calendar, or planning that shared meal—and leave with a felt sense of ease. The goal isn’t perfection; it’s momentum.If this resonates, follow the show, share it with someone who needs a gentler January, and leave a quick review so others can find it. What’s the small step you’ll take today?Send us a message Support the showA note for every episode: we do not necessary agree with all the views on our podcast and leave listeners to make their own mind up with what they do or don't agree with. Want to be a guest? Send The Gentle Yoga Warrior a message on PodMatch, here:

From Hibernation To Habits: A Gentle New Year Plan

We start by reframing January from a sprint to a season of setup. You’ll hear how a playful mood board clarifies what you want to invite this year without turning goals into punishment. From there, we outline a one-habit-per-month strategy that keeps focus sharp and progress steady—think fewer grand gestures, more consistent steps. If the gym is on your list, we map out how to start small, observe your energy and schedule, and only then add intensity. The same approach applies to reducing sugar, drinking more water, reading more, or exploring a job change.Along the way, we look at the hidden gifts of this month: quiet mornings, reflective evenings, and the chance to recover from holiday strain. You’ll get practical ways to cut screen time and return to the real world so your attention can actually fuel your goals. To close, we guide a short, soothing breathing meditation—simple posture cues, nasal breathing, and an ocean-wave rhythm—to help you build a calm baseline for better choices all week.If you’re ready for a reset that lasts longer than a week, this conversation offers a clear map and a kinder tempo. Subscribe for more grounded practices, share this with a friend who’s tired of all-or-nothing resolutions, and leave a review to tell us the one habit you’ll focus on first.Send us a message Support the showA note for every episode: we do not necessary agree with all the views on our podcast and leave listeners to make their own mind up with what they do or don't agree with. Want to be a guest? Send The Gentle Yoga Warrior a message on PodMatch, here:

We Rebrand To Help You Move From Stuck To Steady Progress

We've rebranded and this message to explain why! Previously we were called: Awakened Consicous Conversations Podcast but we have rebranded to: When Spiritual Work Feels Stuck- What To Do next.Feeling spiritually stuck can feel lonely, confusing, and strangely noisy—like you’re trying every practice you know but none of it lands. We’re changing that. Our newly named show, When Spiritual Work Feels Stuck, What to Do Next, zeroes in on the exact moments where growth plateaus and offers clear, compassionate steps to regain traction without burning out or overthinking.We walk you through why we shifted the title and focus, what that means for long-time listeners, and how this new direction brings more value to self-help curious seekers. We also want to hear from you. Tell us where you’re stalled and what topics would help most as we build out new content and launch our updated website in the new year. Subscribe, leave a review to help others find the show, and share this episode with a friend who could use a calm, practical guide when their spiritual work feels stuck.Send us a message Support the showA note for every episode: we do not necessary agree with all the views on our podcast and leave listeners to make their own mind up with what they do or don't agree with. Want to be a guest? Send The Gentle Yoga Warrior a message on PodMatch, here: