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Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Aimee Takaya
113 episodes
3 days ago
Stories of Somatic Awakening and HOW-TO Live From The Inside Out! Have you ever noticed that your body communicates with you in many different ways? Perhaps through tension, pain, emotions and subtle sensations? Meet Aimee Takaya, a Certified Hanna Somatic Educator and expert in the field of Somatics, Chronic Pain, Movement Therapies and Soulful Transformation. Join the conversation as she and her guests explore the powerful ways you can work with your body to become more whole, connected and free so you can experience success from within. NEW EPISODES EVERYTHING THURSDAY @ 11 am PST
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Stories of Somatic Awakening and HOW-TO Live From The Inside Out! Have you ever noticed that your body communicates with you in many different ways? Perhaps through tension, pain, emotions and subtle sensations? Meet Aimee Takaya, a Certified Hanna Somatic Educator and expert in the field of Somatics, Chronic Pain, Movement Therapies and Soulful Transformation. Join the conversation as she and her guests explore the powerful ways you can work with your body to become more whole, connected and free so you can experience success from within. NEW EPISODES EVERYTHING THURSDAY @ 11 am PST
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Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Owning Sexuality and Leadership with Bekah Slider

What happens when you refuse to compartmentalize your sexuality from your leadership?

In this week’s episode, confidence coach and motivational speaker Becca Slider shares her journey from conservative Christian pastor to embodied leader who unapologetically integrates sexuality with purpose. 


This episode challenges the toxic cultural narrative that women must choose between being respected and being sexual, and offers a roadmap for reclaiming the power that comes from full-body authenticity.


Bekah takes us through:

– Her transformation from ministry to embodied leadership

– How religious conditioning shapes our relationship with sexuality

– Why embodiment is key to authentic confidence

– Emotional alchemy practice for releasing stuck emotions

– Releasing shame and redefining what power looks like for women

– How embracing sensuality strengthens leadership and self-trust– Shifting focus from who might judge you to who will be magnetized by your truth

– How to discern between fear-based decisions and genuine alignment with integrity

And so much more!

Bekah Slider⁠ is a Confidence Coach, Motivational Speaker, and Host of “The Courage to Fully Live” Podcast. Bekah is an ex-pastor who walked away from ministry, religion, and unsupportive beliefs in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self. 


She helps women drop the good girl persona and create a full turn on of their voice, visibility, and impact. She also occasionally gets a little naked on OnlyFans. 


Connect with Bekah Slider:   

IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠

FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠

OnlyFans: Bekah Slider

Podcast: on Apple & Spotify


Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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1 week ago
1 hour 4 minutes 26 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Body Neutrality and Confidence with Chronic Illness

Have you ever thought about what happens when chronic illness or disability intersects with body image, confidence, and building a successful life?


In this week’s episode,  certified body image coach Lacey Nagar Ammerman shares her deeply personal journey of navigating muscular dystrophy while building a thriving business and meaningful relationships. 


Lacey takes us through:

- Why body neutrality is a more achievable and sustainable goal than body positivity for people with chronic conditions

- How Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps unshame the parts of ourselves we've rejected or judged

- The unique challenges of building confidence when your body's abilities are constantly changing

- Practical strategies for showing up consistently in business when you have limited energy or capacity

- Simple modifications practitioners can make to be more inclusive

And so much more!


Lacey Nagar Ammerman is a Confidence & Certified Body Image Coach, IFS Trained, and an author and mentor. Her mission is to make a difference in the lives of women through confidence in their bodies, businesses and relationships and supports them to show up fully, speak up, be seen, and ask for what they really need so they can create their $8K months in business and a healthy, yummy partnership.


Connect with Lacey:Website: confidenceandmagic.com 

Instagram: @gracefulrisingcoaching 

Facebook: facebook.com/lacey.nagar


Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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3 weeks ago
44 minutes 26 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Your Body Says No: How Unexpressed Emotions Block Abundance 

What if the secret to experiencing more wealth, love, and pleasure isn't about acquiring more, but about expanding your nervous system's capacity to actually hold and feel what you already have? 


In this week’s episode, trauma-informed somatic coach Danelle Gallo joins Aimee to explore how our bodies hold unexpressed emotions, and what happens when we finally give ourselves permission to feel it all.


Danelle takes us through:

- The connection between nervous system capacity and the ability to receive abundance

- The victim triangle framework and how to move from drama into empowerment

- Why saying "no" is essential for nervous system health and authentic relationships

- The importance of expanding capacity for both joy and pain to experience aliveness

- Why somatic work is a lifelong practice, not a quick fix

- How authentic expression naturally filters relationships to those who can hold space

And so much more!

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1 month ago
1 hour 13 minutes 28 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Breath as a Portal: How Conscious Breathing Unlocks the Body’s Innate Intelligence

Have you ever thought about what happens when you can't hold onto those magical flow states? 


In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with Leo Marrs, a breath advocate and entrepreneur, to explore why we slip out of creative flow and what both sides of this human spectrum teach us. 


This conversation will definitely shift how you think about the inevitable ebb and flow of consciousness.


Leo takes us through:

- Why breath awareness works 100% of the time as a portal to presence

- The difference between active breathing sessions and everyday breath awareness

- How he went from running nightclubs to opening breath studios

- The "meta question" technique for making big decisions

- How to trust your body's natural intelligence for decision-making

- The relationship between expansion, contraction, and universal flow

And so much more!


Today's guest hails from the wilds of Alaska to the frontiers of consciousness. Leo Marrs shares a journey shaped by raw experience, entrepreneurial fire, and spontaneous awakening.


A high school dropout turned founder of America’s first breathwork studio, Leo brings a rare fusion of somatic intelligence, street-tested wisdom, and irreverent spiritual insight. Through stories, tools, and transmissions, we'll explore what it means to be fully alive in a rapidly evolving world.


Currently working on his book The New Creator: Rise of the Mindful Artist in the New Meaning Economy as well as Ethr, an app combining breath sequences and advanced sonic architecture to help you unlock your innate capacities for healing, insight, and expanded consciousness.


Find his offers/freebies:

Free 7-Day Trial of my breathing app Ethr - www.ethr.one

Free Weekly Newsletter where I share pieces of my writing for my forthcoming book, The New Creator


Connect with Leo Marrs:

www.leomarrs.com

https://instagram.com/theleomarrs

https://www.tiktok.com/@theleomarrs


Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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1 month ago
48 minutes 49 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
How to Find Your Truth & Develop Discernment with Jennifer Spor

Everyone talks about “speaking your truth,” but how do you actually know what your truth is?


This week, Aimee sits down with spiritual mentor and author Jennifer Spor to speak about the art of discerning authentic inner knowing from external programming.


Together, they explore the physical experience of truth—how it feels in the body, how to build unshakable discernment, and why embodied wisdom is essential in today’s world.


Jennifer takes us through:

- How to recognize when your soul is calling you into something greater

- Why fear shows up during transformation, and how to move through it

- Practical tools for aligning with your higher self

- The role of intuition in navigating change

- Why basic practices like sleep remain the cornerstone of spiritual evolution

- The power of trust and surrender in spiritual growth

And so much more!


Jennifer Spor is a Spiritual Advisor, Channel, and Akashic Records Trauma-Informed Master Consultant and Teacher for high-achieving conscious women leaders who are here to live unapologetically expressed in their truth and fulfill their highest destiny in this life, soul-led. 


She is the CEO and Founder of her namesake company, as well as the host of the podcast Path of The Awakened Heart. Jennifer’s mission is rooted in her own spiritual awakening - she hopes to empower other women to hone their innate gifts and make a positive difference in their lives and the world.


Connect with her at:

Website: www.jenniferspor.com

Instagram: @jennifer_spor

Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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2 months ago
1 hour 27 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Choosing to Live: Overcoming Depression with Jensen Cummings

What does it take to reinvent yourself when the world, and your identity, shift beneath your feet?

In this week's episode, Aimee sits down with her cousin Jensen Cummings, a fifth-generation chef turned entrepreneur and podcaster, for a raw conversation about his journey from severe depression and burnout to healing through plant medicine and somatic practices. 

Jensen shares how he's redefining success, learning to find worth beyond performance, and discovering meaning in "one honest moment" at a time.

They take us through:

- How to navigate major life transitions with adaptability and vision

- How performance-based self-worth leads to burnout and depression

- Why failure can be a powerful teacher (if you let it)

- The role of plant medicine in breakthrough healing experiences

- How to stay grounded when your identity is shifting

- How to tune your nervous system for higher levels of success

- Finding meaning in authentic moments vs. chasing achievements

- Channeling intensity purposefully rather than destructively

And so much more!


Jensen Cummings is a fifth-generation chef turned storyteller, strategist, podcaster, sportscaster, and youth coach. 

Jensen brings more than 120 years of restaurant family legacy into his professional journey. He’s hosted 500+ podcast episodes about food, agriculture, sports, sustainability, and more, all with one mission: to amplify the worth and work of those who ‘feed’ their communities.

From dynamic interviews to solo storytelling, he creates content that informs, entertains, and fosters connections. His podcasting expertise spans a range of topics, including restaurants, food, business, sustainability, agriculture, mental health, climate change, sports, and lifestyle, where his versatile voice and sharp interviewing skills shine.

His experience includes high-end kitchens, menu development, craft beer expertise as a Certified Cicerone, and founding innovative concepts like Brewed Food Fermentation and Denver Culinary Events. Beyond the kitchen, he has successfully raised over $5 million in charitable funds through culinary and community initiatives, demonstrating his ability to lead impactful projects that unite people around shared passions.

In addition to his professional achievements, Jensen dedicates time to his local community as a youth sports coach for his children. This role combines his love for sports with his commitment to fostering growth and teamwork in young athletes. 

Jensen’s unique combination of skills, from storytelling and voice work to event planning and team building, make him a sought-after leader and collaborator. Whether creating engaging podcast episodes, spearheading community initiatives, or mentoring the next generation of athletes, Jensen is driven by a passion for connecting people and elevating experiences.
Learn more and connect with Jensen:

https://www.bestservedpodcast.com/media

Facebook - 

@Jensen Cummings

@Best Served Podcast


Instagram - 

@JensenCummings

@BestServedPodcast


Tik Tok - 

@JensenCummings 

@ChefJensenCummings

@BestServedPodcast

Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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2 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes 22 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Unlocking Your Infinite Potential in the Space Between Thoughts with David Hulse

Ever wondered if what feels like a breakdown might actually be a breakthrough in disguise?


In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with David Hulse, a spiritual guide who bridges traditional religious doctrines with contemporary spiritual insights. 


They explore how to turn your darkest moments into your greatest awakenings by shifting from "spirit" to "energy" consciousness. 


David takes us through:

- The science and spirituality behind frequency and vibration

- Why nervous system disruptions might signal spiritual evolution, not illness

- How 5th-dimensional energy impacts your physical body through the nervous system

- Why your etheric blueprint is the cause, and your body is the effect

- The difference between "I am [label]" and infinite "I am" consciousness

- Practical ways to integrate frequency healing into daily life

And so much more!

David Hulse is a vibrant spiritual guide who bridges traditional doctrines with contemporary spiritual insights. David has decades of experience as a minister, teacher, author, and healer, and has journeyed from a fundamentalist Christian upbringing to an inclusive spiritual vista that champions love over fear.

In his earlier years, David's spiritual awakening was ignited by a profound spiritual encounter that led him to reexamine his inherited beliefs and recognize the divine as truths veiled in parables, not confined to literal interpretations. This "cellular awakening" revealed the potential intelligence in human cells, redefining his perception of divinity and humanity's interconnectedness. 


David is the Founder and Spiritual Guide at the Academy for Spiritual Awakening, where his teachings weave together diverse spiritual traditions with modern scientific insights, inspiring individuals to move beyond mere belief in God toward experiencing the divine within themselves.

He integrates wisdom from spiritual avatars across ages, emphasizing the co-creative, transformative power of aligning with divine consciousness through prayer, meditation, and contemplation. Dedicated to challenging conventional religious dogmas, David offers a message of unconditional love, inclusivity, the power of gnosis: direct knowledge from Source.
David’s teachings uniquely "bridge the gap" between a 3D material world and a 5D spiritual awakening, guiding individuals on a transformative journey toward higher consciousness. He calls upon light workers to embrace their roles as co-creators in this shift, helping humanity transcend the limitations of the 3D matrix. David empowers your listeners to embody their true spiritual potential, fostering a global spiritual evolution.


FREE AWAKENING SAMPLER - https://www.sanctuaryforawakening.com/awakening-sampler

Learn more:

https://www.sanctuaryforawakening.com/david-hulse-bio

www.davidhulse.com

www.somadavid.com


Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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3 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes 7 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
How to Integrate Your Spiritual Self with Your Human Experience

What if the path to enlightenment isn't about ascending away from your human experience but diving deeper into it? 


In this week’s episode, intuitive business mentor & spiritual wellness mentor Lindsay Schroeder joins Aimee to explore the dangerous trap of spiritual bypassing and reveal why your body holds the key to true awakening.


Lindsay shares her expertise, offering a refreshingly grounded approach to consciousness that honors both your spiritual essence and your beautifully human experience.


She takes us through:

- Spiritual bypassing to avoid dealing with uncomfortable emotions and bodily sensations 

- How spiritual awakening is deeply intertwined with nervous system work

- The difference between feeling your feelings vs. telling stories

- Practical techniques to complete emotional cycles from root causes rather than quick fixes

- Reframing “negative” emotions rather than trying to bypass them

- Descension as a spiritual practice, going deeper into your human experience 

And so much more!


Connect with Lindsay

https://our-are.mykajabi.com/awakening-guide

https://our-are.mykajabi.com/embodiment

Instagram: instagram.com/ourandare


Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 
Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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3 months ago
56 minutes 37 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
What Your Body Image Is Trying to Tell You, with Deb Schachter

What if your negative body image isn't the villain in your story but actually a messenger trying to help you? 


In today’s episode, Aimee sits down with Deb Schachter, one of Boston's leading clinicians in body image and eating disorder recovery, to explore a revolutionary approach to working with body image that goes far beyond body positivity. 


Deb takes us through:

- How body image is multi-dimensional; it holds our entire story, past experiences, and present moment feelings

- The "rotary" effect: How we quickly jump into "fix-it" mode without addressing what triggered the spike

- Shape-shifting patterns: How early family dynamics shape our patterns of emotional and physical adaptation

- Why negative body image may be trying to protect or guide us

- Three core muscles to develop: Mindful awareness, curiosity, and compassion toward our body image experiences

And so much more!


Deb is recognized as one of Boston’s leading clinicians in the areas of body image and eating disorder recovery. She has dedicated her 30-year career to helping people unpack their body’s story and the wisdom it has to offer. She brings authenticity, curiosity, and compassion to her work and emphasizes the profound power that connection has in the healing process. 

She integrates playfulness and mindfulness into her workshops, individual and group work, and is inspired by how unique the growth process is for each of us. She believes wholeheartedly that we all have the ability to find our inner alignment and has seen how her confidence in her clients translates into change. Blending together her East Coast sensibility and her West Coast spirit, Deb has developed a language and an approach that is accessible to all.


Connect with Deb:

Instagram: @bodyimageinsideout 

https://bodyimageinsideout.com/  

Get the book!

Body Image Inside Out: https://debschachterlicsw.com/ 


Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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4 months ago
1 hour 1 minute 28 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Interconnection, Imperfection, and the Beautiful Struggle of Being Human

What happens when a Southern Baptist single mom trades perfectionism for Maya wisdom?


Jan Capps discovered that the secret to a fulfilling life isn't found in climbing to the top; it's woven into the beautiful tapestry of community, creation, and embracing our gloriously imperfect humanity.


In this week's episode, Jan shares her transformative journey from small-town North Carolina to the highlands of Guatemala, where she spent decades working in healthcare and learning from Mayan culture.


Jan takes us through:

- How collaborative, imperfect gods gave Jan permission to embrace mistakes 

- Why Maya women weave multiple roles, businesses, and dreams into one integrated life

- How the concept of "Susto" (soul loss) offers profound insights into healing

- A revolutionary approach to values-based living

- Why "everyone has a roof" in Guatemala and what Americans can learn about true interconnectedness

And so much more!

Jan Capps has been a public health advocate for immigrants, farmworkers, domestic violence victims, and people of color in the US, Guatemala, and Mexico for over thirty years, focusing on building local capacity and health equity.

During her two stints living in Guatemala, she organized and trained community health workers and midwives, managed a medical clinic, and studied the Maya Tz’utujil language. She has presented, trained, and written for national audiences.

Her greatest joy and most humbling experiences have been being a mother and watching her glorious daughter grow and launch into the world. Jan splits her time between Seattle, Washington, and North Carolina.


Connect with Jan:

Website: www.jancapps.com

Check out her memoir: Bird's Eye View: A Tapestry of Maya Mythology, Motherhood, and Making Life Anew


Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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4 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes 30 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Unshaming Your Body, Your Self & Your World–A Conversation with David Bedrick

What if shame isn’t a flaw, but a signal that something essential in you has been pushed away? In this week’s episode, Aimee sits with David Bedrick, therapist, author of The Unshaming Way, and a passionate advocate for psychological truth-telling. 


They explore how shame disconnects us from our experience, distorts our emotions, and shapes our identities from the inside out. Through somatic awareness, storytelling, and radical compassion, David invites us into the process of unshaming—not fixing ourselves, but fully witnessing and embracing the parts we've exiled.


David takes us through:

- Why shame cuts us off from empathy, truth, and genuine accountability

- How trauma and unacknowledged pain become embedded in the body

- The power of somatic language to access “unshamed experience”

- What it means to witness, rather than fix, someone in pain

- Why reclaiming emotion, desire, and personal narrative is essential to healing

- How unshaming returns us to wholeness and expands our capacity to love, feel, and act

And so much more!


David Bedrick, JD, Dipl. PW, is a teacher, counselor, and attorney. He grew up in a family marked by violence. While his father’s brutality was physical and verbal, his mother’s denial and gaslighting had its own covert power. This formative context introduced David early to the etiology of shame and instilled an urge to unshame.

Professionally, he was on the faculty for the University of Phoenix and the Process Work Institute in the U.S. and Poland, and is the founder of the Santa Fe Institute for Shame-based Studies, where he trains therapists, coaches, and healers and offers workshops for individuals to further their own personal development.

David writes for Psychology Today and is the author of three books: Talking Back to Dr. Phil: Alternatives to Mainstream Psychology and Revisioning Activism: Bringing Depth, Dialogue, and Diversity to Individual and Social Change. His new book is You Can’t Judge a Body by Its Cover: 17 Women’s Stories of Hunger, Body Shame and Redemption.

His new book, The Unshaming Way, was published by North Atlantic books in November 2024.


Connect with David:

Website: https://www.davidbedrick.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.bedrick/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DBedrick

Order The Unshaming Way: https://a.co/d/dYTwNa7

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/contributors/david-bedrick-jd-dipl-pw  


Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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5 months ago
1 hour 15 minutes 58 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Decoding Pet Communication & Emotional Wellbeing with Cassondra Smith

Have you ever wondered what your pet is really thinking behind those adorable eyes? What if grooming your pet was more than a task, but a sacred exchange of trust and care? 


In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with Cassondra Smith, CEO of Club Pawsh and host of The Unlimited Groomer podcast. Cassondra shares her inspiring journey from music industry professional to animal wellness educator, speaker, and grooming expert. 


Whether you’re a pet parent, an animal professional, or simply someone who believes in care-centered living, this conversation will expand your heart and perspective.


In this episode, you’ll hear:

- Cassondra’s journey from cubicles to canines, and finding her true calling

- How grooming is about more than looks, it’s about trust, healing & communication

- The concept of Fear Free grooming and why it’s changing the industry

- Why understanding animal behavior matters more than ever

- How somatic awareness applies to animals and what they teach us about energy

- The emotional impact of trauma (for pets and humans) and how to rebuild the connection

And so much more!


Cassondra Renee FFCP-G, AMCP, founder and CEO of Club Pawsh, is described as the only All-Luxury & Fear Free Certified Mobile Groomer in Buffalo, New York. She is a seasoned groomer with over 10 years of experience in in-home, mobile, and salon settings.

Cassondra has also held corporate roles overseeing hundreds of groomers, where she developed a passion for coaching and advising others in the industry to achieve success financially and personally. Her background includes personal development, a collegiate background in psychology, and a Bachelor's of Science in Music Business Management.

Cassondra's expertise and empowerment coaching have been featured in various media outlets, including Reader's Digest, television news, and animal sanctuary organizations. She also educates on platforms and podcasts within the grooming industry. Alongside her podcast, "The Unlimited Groomer," she offers business coaching tailored to pet industry professionals and is available for speaking engagements. 

Additionally, she runs Pawscious Memories, which creates handmade pet keepsakes incorporating hair and cremains. Outside of her professional life, Cassondra has five pets, is involved in WINC (an organization supporting women in business), practices yoga and meditation, and enjoys dancing, reading, roller skating, and traveling.

Connect with Cassondra:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlimitedgroomer/?hl=en 

Website: clubpawsh.com 

Business number: +1(845) 6-CAT-DOG


Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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5 months ago
47 minutes 28 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Saying YES to Healing & Transformation with Jessica Glose

What does it really mean to say yes to healing?

In today’s episode, Aimee Takaya sits down with Jessica Glose, a somatic breathwork practitioner, yoga teacher trainer, and wellness retreat leader, for a deep dive into the power of retreats, nervous system regulation, and honoring the full spectrum of human emotion.


Together, they explore the nuances of personal healing, the importance of facing discomfort, and how our bodies hold the keys to releasing old patterns.


Jessica takes us through:

- Her journey from small-town beginnings to world traveler and wellness facilitator

- How saying “yes” to retreat initiates deep personal transformation

- How retreat experiences create neurological expansion and lasting transformation

- The parallels between childbirth and personal healing journeys

- Why uncomfortable emotions surface during transformative experiences

- The connection between somatics, nervous system regulation, and emotional release

- Jessica's approach to holding space for others through breathwork and retreats

And so much more!


Jessica is a certified Somatic Breathwork Practitioner with over a decade of experience helping people reconnect with their bodies and breath. Her workshops offer a safe and transformative space for participants to release stress, regulate their nervous systems, and tap into emotional and energetic healing. With her holistic approach, Jessica blends breathwork, sound healing, and mindfulness practices to create an immersive experience that nurtures both mind and body.


Beyond her breathwork expertise, Jessica is also a yoga teacher trainer, spiritual wellness retreat leader, and luxury travel designer, curating transformative journeys that inspire connection, exploration, and growth. Whether guiding a somatic healing workshop or crafting a retreat in an exotic location, Jessica’s passion lies in creating supportive, intentional spaces where people can thrive.


As a mama of three, Birth and Postpartum Doula, and Reiki practitioner, Jessica understands the importance of balancing life’s demands with mindful self-care. Her workshops are designed to meet you exactly where you are, offering tools to help you feel grounded, empowered, and aligned.


Connect with Jessica:

IG: jessica_glose & beyond_wanderlust_travel

FB: Jessica Glose


Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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5 months ago
50 minutes 47 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Shame, Sensuality & Self-Worth with Natalie Vires

What if your shame wasn't yours to begin with? What if the heaviness you've carried in your body for decades was an energetic inheritance, silently passed down without a single word spoken?


In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with Natalie Vires, intimacy coach and creator of The Blowjob Queen course, to explore the often taboo connections between our relationships with our fathers, our sexuality, and our sense of self-worth. 


Natalie takes us through:

- How silent shame and childhood dynamics shape sexual boundaries

- The energetic impact of parents’ emotions and behaviors

- Reclaiming your voice; literally and metaphorically

- Why pleasure, consent, and self-connection matter in intimacy

- How vocal somatics and humming can regulate anxiety and emotion

- The power of retreats, coaching, and community in healing the self

And so much more!


Natalie Vires is a transformational coach, retreat facilitator, and voice liberation guide who helps people reclaim their sensuality, confidence, and authentic expression. Her work combines inner relationship healing, somatic embodiment, and vocal practices to guide clients into deeper self-trust, intimacy, and joy. Whether through 1:1 coaching or immersive retreats in places like Mexico, Natalie creates spaces where people feel safe to drop their masks, feel sexy in their own skin, and speak with the full frequency of who they are.


Connect with Natalie: 

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Instagram: @aimeetakaya 

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Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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6 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes 49 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Eat, Feel, Heal: Transforming Your Relationship with Food and Self

What if nourishment wasn’t something you had to earn or chase, but a way of being?


In this week’s episode, Aimee Takaya sits with Isabel Chiara, intuitive guide, author, and creator of the Nourishment App, to explore what it means to reclaim your inner power through deep self-connection, embodied awareness, and emotional healing.


Together, they discuss how our relationship with food, our emotions, and even our past traumas can either limit or liberate us.


Isabel takes us through:

- Why nourishment is a path, not a goal

- How emotional patterns shape our relationship with food and self-worth

- The power of body scans, inner dialogue, and intuitive somatic practices

- Using triggers as invitations for growth and self-acceptance

- Why denying your emotions can block both healing and joy

- How Isabel’s Nourishment App supports transformational healing from the inside out

And so much more!


ISABEL CHIARA, creator of “The Life Actualization Process,” has been a guide, mentor, and leader throughout her entire life. Over the last thirty years, she has honed her expertise in extensive studies and practices of transformational energy modalities.

As a professional intuitive guide, Isabel activates unlimited potential for her clients, helping them to ignite their most liberated, passionate, and empowered life path, full of prosperity, miracles, and magic.

https://www.facebook.com/isabel.chiari.50 https://www.instagram.com/nourish_isabelchiara/ https://isabel-chiara.com/

Free 30 Days on the Nourishment App:https://isabel-chiara.com/podcast-gift/


AIMEE

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Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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6 months ago
54 minutes 25 seconds

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
Retreat to the Boundless Earth with Aimee Takaya, Jai Knight, and Saewon Oh

Are you feeling overstimulated and disconnected from yourself?


If you’re looking to slow down, tune into your body, and rediscover the joy of being alive through movement, nature, and deep self-awareness, this one’s for you!


In this week’s episode, Aimee Takaya sits down with Jai Knight and Saewon to explore how modern life affects our nervous systems—and how reconnecting with nature and somatic practices can bring us back into balance.


Together, they take us through:

  • - How overstimulation fuels anxiety and impacts our well-being

  • - How nature and somatics can calm an overstimulated nervous system

  • - Jai Knight’s shift from toxic art materials to natural alternatives for healing

  • - Saewon’s deep connection to flower essences and intuitive plant wisdom

  • - Why intuition and embodiment are more powerful than memorization

  • - Aimee’s personal transformation through somatic movement

  • And so much more!


    SAEWON 

    Short bio for podcast: 

    Saewon is an artist, energy worker, flower essence maker, hypnotherapist, and founder of Sun Song, an embodied research and ritual lab that explores the intersections of plant, human, and planetary consciousness through vibrational essence therapy. 

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    JAI

    Short Bio for podcast:

    Jai is a land-based interdisciplinary artist exploring transformation through collaborative ritual, immersive experiences, hand-poke tattoo ceremony, and visual art. Their practice bridges personal and collective memory while engaging with environmental and spiritual connections grounded in sensory and emotional experience. 

    jaimeschmidtarts.com


    AIMEE

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    Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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    7 months ago
    57 minutes 14 seconds

    Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
    The Body Doesn't Exist: Somatic Re-languaging For Intimacy and Self-Connection

    How does the language you use impact your connection to your body? Today, Aimee Takaya unpacks the profound impact of words on bodily awareness, healing, and self-acceptance. 


    She shares her journey as a yoga teacher and somatic educator, revealing how shifting from impersonal to personal language transformed the way she relates to her students—and herself.


    Tune in to explore: 

    - Why "the body doesn’t exist" and what that really means

    - How language creates connection or disconnection with your body

    - The power of saying "your body" instead of "the body"

    - How words influence somatic healing and emotional release

    - Simple ways to shift your language and deepen body awareness

    And so much more!


    Follow Aimee Takaya on: IG: @aimeetakaya 

    Facebook: Aimee Takaya 

    Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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    7 months ago
    32 minutes 1 second

    Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
    Moving Through Trauma with the Five Rhythms Practice

    Do you ever notice recurring emotional or physical patterns in your life? Today, Aimee Takaya chats with Wyld Lee, a certified 5Rhythms teacher, to explore how movement can unlock deep healing and help release trauma stored in the body.


    The 5Rhythms practice blends free movement with structured energetic exploration, allowing participants to reconnect with their bodies, process emotions, and rediscover their true essence.


    Wyld shares her personal journey, from experiencing trauma to finding profound transformation through dance.


    In this podcast episode, Wyld takes us through:

    - How 5Rhythms serve as a moving meditation to release stored emotions

    - Why recurring physical or emotional patterns may be messages from the body

    - The connection between dance, trauma healing, and nervous system regulation

    - The importance of repetition and practice in somatic healing

    - How movement can help cultivate self-trust and deeper emotional awareness

    - The role of facilitators in creating a safe space for emotional exploration

    And so much more!


    Wyld Lee is a certified 5Rhythms Teacher and Family Constellations facilitator. She is trained in Sound Therapy and Energy healing, which she employs alongside her role as Seer and Guide through her business, Wyld Fempyre. Her mission: To burn down our collective domestication, one human at a time. She also recently published her first book, The Transformation Map - A Guidebook for Your Soul.

    Wyld Lee is a sensitive and awkward animal whose native tongue is dance. She is here to inquire, inspire, and encourage others to do the same.

    Wyld enJOYs the work she has created through Wyld Fempyre - a commUNITY of women committed to healing and evolution through creativity, self-intimacy, and ritual. This work can be explored at www.wyldfempyre.com and her socials @wyldfempyre

    Wyld also teaches the 5Rhythms, a moving meditation practice that literally woke her up to life and its magic. 

    This work lives at www.wyldlee.com and her socials @wyldleedance


    Follow Aimee Takaya on: IG: @aimeetakaya 

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    Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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    7 months ago
    51 minutes 52 seconds

    Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
    Meth House Somatics With Aimee Takaya

    What happens when life throws you into an unexpected and overwhelming situation?

    In today’s episode, Aimee shares her deeply personal story of moving into what seemed like a dream home—only to discover its shocking past as a meth house. 


    Through grief, frustration, and uncertainty, she learned the power of processing emotions, embracing change, and ultimately finding a new path forward.


    In this episode, Aimee explores:

  • - The emotional rollercoaster of losing a home and finding an unexpected reality

  • - How childhood beliefs and financial shame surfaced during this experience

  • - The importance of allowing emotions to be felt rather than suppressed

  • - The role of somatics in managing stress and navigating life’s upheavals

  • - How unexpected detours can lead to clarity, healing, and transformation

  • And so much more!


    Follow Aimee Takaya on: 

    IG: @aimeetakaya   

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    Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.

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    8 months ago
    35 minutes 31 seconds

    Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
    The Love You Crave Starts with You with Kristy Scher

    Feeling unfulfilled in your relationships? Change doesn’t always start with your partner—it begins with you. 


    Today, Kristy Scher explores how self-awareness, emotional maturity, and self-acceptance lay the foundation for deeper, more fulfilling connections.


    In this podcast episode, Kristy Scher takes us through:

    - Why true relationship change begins within

    - The meaning of being an "adored woman" and how to embody it

    - How childhood experiences shape adult relationship patterns

    - The role of emotional maturity in self-regulation and connection

    - Understanding attachment styles and their impact on love dynamics

    - The power of self-fluency, self-nurturing, and setting personal standards

    - How vulnerability and self-awareness strengthen relationships

    And so much more!


    Kristy Scher is the creator of The Way of the Adored Woman and founder of Relational Skillfulness Coaching. She believes that when a woman dares to love herself beyond all reason, she embodies a standard for love that transforms all her relationships.
 


    With a mix of wisdom, warmth, wit, and precision, Kristy guides women to recreate their experience of love and intimacy by wholeheartedly embracing their emotional depth, cultivating their sensual vitality, and loving themselves to their very edges.
 


    She is a former fourth-generation nurse now known to her clients as the 'Fairy God-Maven of Outrageously Satisfying Relationships.’ Kristy is on a mission that every woman remembers and reclaims the life-affirming power she already possesses, the greatest power for good that exists: her capacity to love.

    Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/kristy.scher/

    Mailing List link for The Way of The Adored Woman:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd53h3oJQXfdnsmpR6f3ulbuojF1_MFWoNDaWf2MAVmFC6f9w/viewform?usp=share_link

    Substack:https://substack.com/@kristyscher


    Follow Aimee Takaya on: 

    IG: @aimeetakaya 

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    Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

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    8 months ago
    1 hour 15 minutes 14 seconds

    Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya
    Stories of Somatic Awakening and HOW-TO Live From The Inside Out! Have you ever noticed that your body communicates with you in many different ways? Perhaps through tension, pain, emotions and subtle sensations? Meet Aimee Takaya, a Certified Hanna Somatic Educator and expert in the field of Somatics, Chronic Pain, Movement Therapies and Soulful Transformation. Join the conversation as she and her guests explore the powerful ways you can work with your body to become more whole, connected and free so you can experience success from within. NEW EPISODES EVERYTHING THURSDAY @ 11 am PST