In this solo episode I dive into the concept of yogic entrepreneurship: What is it? How was this idea birthed? How does it differ from regular entrepreneurship? How does one practice it? This idea came to me a few days ago so I wanted to share it with y’all as soon as possible.

Do you see yourself in me as I wrestle with this idea? How would you feel about practicing it in your own life? How would birthing your passion project, new business, writing your book, or finally trying that thing that keeps calling you look different if you did? Please let me know if this concept speaks to you in the comments, and feel free to DM me on Instagram if you’d like to discuss further!

Resources & sites mentioned in this episode:

• Crea Content Marketing, my first baby business.

• The 6-Fig Freelance Writer, my self-paced digital course for those wanting to start a freelance writing business.

• The Pennebaker Protocol: Scientific findings on the power of writing to heal.

• Learn more about Sadhviji here.

• You can get the Bhagavad Gita here (I highly recommend it!).

• Learn more about Andrea Gibson here (RIP you sweet soul).

• My Instagram where you can write to me!

This week I sit down with my friend Blue, founder of Shibari Mexico. We talk about how her involvement in the BDSM community led to a niche interest in Shibari, and how that passion turned into a professional calling. We also dig into the importance of building community—especially around our niche interests—why references are crucial, and how building a business around our passions can lead to doing more admin work and less of what we actually love (in Blue’s case, tying).

We discuss coming out as a freak, the moment you decide to go all in and commit to your new business, the privilege of exploring our sexuality, imposter syndrome, the power of seeing clients grow & learn, educating others about common misconceptions about Shibari, how to prioritize your business vs. personal life, being the best in your lane, and how the kink community is a great place to learn how to set boundaries and use your voice.

Resources & sites mentioned in this episode:

• Blue’s website where you can find all of her events, products, and more!

• Learn more about what a munch is here.

• Blue’s Instagram and Shibari Mexico’s Instagram.

Today we’re talking about God! And the difference between Eastern and Western religions! And capitalism! And patriarchy! Really non-loaded topics TBH. LOL. Join me for a quick solo episode where I do my best to put my worldview into words.

Another thing I failed to mention in this episode that I’d like to add: Having God be external also means needing intermediaries in order to reach/connect with the Divine—enter priests, bishops, pastors, rabbis, etc. While—yes—there are “gurus” and spiritual leaders in the East, the way you can tell someone is a real guru (meaning they’re truly on the path trying to achieve moksha or enlightenment) is when they say, “Go inside. Do the work. Listen to yourself,” not that their way is the only way, or to look for the path outside of oneself.

Resources & sites mentioned in this episode:

• More information on the Maha Kumbh Mela

• The Matrix (I probably did not need to link to this lol)

• Learn more about Sadhviji

• The study that states 47% of the time our mind is wandering (and a wandering mind is not a happy one)

• Learn more about tapas here

• Here’s my guruji’s Instagram if you want to check him out!

Correction to this episode:

• 20 rupees is equivalent to 20 USD cents, 500 rupees is equivalent to USD $5.35