Peaceful Power Podcast

Andrea Claassen

The Peaceful Power Podcast focuses on living a holistic lifestyle in an East Meets West Way. We will discuss Ayurveda, hormone health, and blending the spiritual to the mind body approach in wellness. Every week there will be a guest or a solo show diving deeper into a holistic wellness practice geared to give you take away nuggets you can implement into your lifestyle as soon as you listen. Andrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, Personal Trainer, 500 hr Yoga Teacher, and Author. Her mission is to help you start to live a cyclical life by living in alignment with your natural flow. She does this by teaching her Peaceful Power Practices centered around movement, mindfulness & mother nature using Ayurvedic techniques. You can hear more from Andrea on her Peaceful Power Podcast where she aims to deliver actionable takeaways to live a more holistic lifestyle. To learn more about Andrea and her holistic outlook on life head over to www.andreaclaassen.com or at www.instagram.com/seasonalandrea

  1. 4d ago

    Doing Nothing Is Not Nothing

    Before my son does his backfloat, his swim teacher asks him one question: song, count, or silence? He gets to choose every time and more often than not, at three years old, he chooses silence. In this episode, I connect that small, ordinary moment at the pool to something I hear constantly in my work: a woman doing everything "right" in her training program, still gaining weight, still exhausted, still being asked how many days of cardio are you getting when the real question no one's asking is whether her nervous system has any room left to give. We talk about: Why "more" is almost never the answer to a body that's already in overdraft The Ayurvedic concept of swasthavritta — daily rhythm in accordance with your own nature, not a universal script Why stillness (yin, restorative, rest) can feel more threatening than a hard workout to a stressed nervous system Why health was never just grams and cardio minutes — digestion, the senses, and the mind are part of the same system The question I want you to sit with this week: where are you defaulting to someone else's script when what you need is to pause and ask your own? If this episode resonates, Nourished & Rooted my 16-week 1:1 container weaving Ayurveda, subtle body practice, yoga nidra, and flower essences is built exactly for this kind of remembering. Link below. 🔗 Learn more about Nourished & Rooted: andreaclaassen.com/nourishedandrooted

    Doing Nothing Is Not Nothing

  2. Jul 14

    What 40 Days of Yoga Nidra Taught Me (That I Didn't Expect)

    What 40 Days of Yoga Nidra Taught Me (That I Didn't Expect) I committed to 40 days of yoga nidra — no skipped days, no exceptions — as the final piece of my teacher training with Tracee Stanley and Dr. Chanti. I thought I was signing up for better sleep and a little more stillness. What I got was a quiet dismantling of habits I didn't even know I had. In this episode, I'm sharing what actually shifted after 40 straight days of subtle body practice — not the highlight-reel version, the real one. Why my favorite trail stopped being the only place I could exhale. Why I started saying no faster. How I learned to lead a yoga nidra without a script, and what that took to get to. And the strange, mundane ways a sadhana shows up in your life — right down to your coffee routine. In this episode: What yoga nidra and subtle body work actually are (and why they're different from a typical meditation practice) Why I stopped needing to "escape" into hours of nature to feel okay How the practice changed what I let in — media, mentors, my own pace The moment I could finally teach yoga nidra without a script Why clarity doesn't come from thinking harder — it comes from getting still enough to notice what's already there Mentioned in this episode: Tracee Stanley & Dr. Chanti's Yoga Nidra Teacher Training → https://www.traceestanley.com/courses Ready to get still enough to hear what's true for you? Nourished & Rooted is my 16-week 1:1 container for exactly this kind of work Ayurvedic consultation, subtle body practice, flower essences, and yoga nidra, built to help you hear your own inner wisdom instead of managing your to-do list. → https://andreaclaassen.com/nourishedandrooted   3 Day Pitta Challenge https://andreaclaassen.com/3-day-mini-cooldown-challenge Seasonal Strength https://andreaclaassen.com/seasonal-strength

    What 40 Days of Yoga Nidra Taught Me (That I Didn't Expect)

  3. Jul 7

    Why Your Daily Life Is Already Sacred

    Why Your Daily Life Is Already Sacred Peaceful Power Podcast  What if the most powerful spiritual practice you could have isn't something you find it's something you're already living? In this episode, I sit down with Tracee Stanley yoga nidra teacher, author, and one of the most grounding voices in the modern wellness space for a conversation that felt less like an interview and more like a permission slip. We talk about why so many of us have disconnected from the rhythm of our own lives, and what it actually looks like to come back. This one is for the woman who knows she needs to slow down but hasn't figured out how to make that real. In this episode, we explore: Why daily rituals don't have to be elaborate to be transformative The difference between going through the motions and actually showing up to your life How slowing down isn't a luxury it's a form of attention and devotion What it means to treat ordinary moments as sacred ground Practical ways to anchor yourself in ritual, even on the hardest days About Tracee Stanley:  Tracee Stanley is the author of the upcoming book Living Ritual: Infuse Each Day with Purpose and Spirit (St. Martin's Essentials August 2026) and the bestselling books Radiant Rest and The Luminous Self. Tracee is the founder of Empowered Life Circle, a sacred community and portal of practices, rituals, and Tantric teachings inspired by more than 30 years of studentship in Sri Vidya Tantra and the teachings of the Himalayan Masters.     Tracee is devoted to sharing the wisdom of yoga nidra, rest, meditation, self-inquiry, nature as a teacher, and ancestor reverence. Tracee holds certificates from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Advanced Eco-Therapy, New Thinking, Best Practices, and Emerging Modalities, and a certificate in Advanced Ecopsychology. Tracee is devoted to illuminating the magic and power found in liminal space and weaving devotion and practice into daily life. Mentioned in this episode: Living Ritual by Tracee Stanley — Preorder the book here to join her 16 day free course Learn more about Tracee's work at https://www.traceestanley.com/ If this episode resonated, share it with a friend who needs a reminder that her life  exactly as it is is already enough.     Andrea Claassen Bio Andrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, RYT 500 hour yoga teacher, and personal trainer who has been in the wellness space since 2007. She specializes in helping women both on and off their yoga mats, find their inner strength. Her mission is to help women learn how to slow down, tune in and connect to their inner wisdom.   The three pillars she focuses on are movement, mindfulness & mother nature through an Ayurvedic lens. You can hear more from Andrea on her Peaceful Power Podcast where she aims to deliver actionable takeaways for you to live a more holistic lifestyle. Connect with Andrea on her website at www.andreaclaassen.com    More from Andrea Free: 5 Day Stillness Challenge https://andreaclaassen.com/sacred-stillness-challenge Seasonal Strength: https://andreaclaassen.com/seasonal-strength

    Why Your Daily Life Is Already Sacred

  4. Jun 30

    Pitta Season is Here: How to Cool Down Without Checking Out

    Pitta Season Is Here: How to Cool Down Without Checking Out Summer is Pitta season in Ayurveda — and as a fellow Pitta, host Andrea knows exactly how provoking it can be. Solo parenting, work, meltdowns, errands, bedtime: it's all go-go-go energy that heats up both Pitta and Vata. In this episode, Andrea shares the real (not aspirational) practices keeping her grounded this summer: afternoon yoga nidra, quiet morning moments with the Yoga Sutras, sitting barefoot in the grass, saying no to an overstuffed calendar, reading for pure pleasure, a rosewater spritz, and sparkling water as an actual treat. This is cooling down without checking out staying present and steady, even in the heat. 🌿 Learn more about Andrea's 1:1 Yoga & Ayurveda coaching, Nourished & Rooted: andreaclaassen.com 📲3 Day Pitta Challenge: Join Here, It's Free

    Pitta Season is Here: How to Cool Down Without Checking Out

  5. Jun 23

    I Hated Part of My Own Program.. And I Did It Anyway

    I Hated Part of My Own Program — And I Did It Anyway On consistency, the meditation cushion, a 40-day sadhana, and why showing up matters more than feeling like it. Trainers aren't supposed to say this — but Andrea hated the last three weeks of her own Seasonal Strength spring program. In this episode she gets honest about what it really means to do hard things, why she decided to run her own programming, and what jump squats taught her about the nature of commitment. She also draws a parallel that might surprise you: the same resistance we feel toward a tough workout is the same resistance we feel toward sitting down to meditate. And what happens when we push through both — even imperfectly, even reluctantly — is where the real practice lives. In this episode ✦ Why Andrea chose to do her own Seasonal Strength program — and what she learned ✦ The honest truth about motivation vs. consistency ✦ The meditation parallel: when the to-do list screams louder than the cushion ✦ What solo parenting has taught her about showing up for herself ✦ Her 40-day sadhana — and why a daily commitment is its own teacher ✦ How doing hard things builds deep trust with yourself Quotable from this episode "Motivation is a visitor. Consistency is the thing you build slowly, imperfectly, one showing-up at a time." Mentioned in this episode ✦ Seasonal Strength Summer Edition — 12 weeks, $149, workouts roll into September ✦ Andrea's yoga nidra teacher training and 40-day sadhana ✦ Aparigraha and the yamas of yoga philosophy ✦ Bonus Ayurveda and yoga sequence videos included in Seasonal Strength Connect with Andrea 🌿 Website: andreaclaassen.com 📩 Weekly newsletter 💪 Join Seasonal Strength Summer Edition ($149) 🧘 Work with Andrea 1:1

  6. Jun 16

    The Monkey, the Coconut, and What You Won't Let Go Of

    The Monkey, the Coconut, and What You Won't Let Go Of On aparigraha, a three-year-old in the hallway, and the art of loosening your grip. There's an old story about a monkey and a coconut — and it might be one of the most honest teachings yoga has ever offered us. In this episode, Andrea shares the full Hanuman story and explores the yogic principle of aparigraha (non-attachment): what it really means, why it's so hard, and what it looks like to actually live it. She also shares a real moment from a recent yin yoga class at her new studio — where her three-year-old running down the hallway mid-class became the most alive teaching of the day. Spoiler: she caught herself mid-grip. And it felt really good.   In this episode ✦ The full Hanuman and coconut trap story — and what it teaches us about freedom ✦ What aparigraha (non-attachment) actually means in everyday life ✦ How Andrea embodied her own teaching in an unexpected moment of solo parenting ✦ Why yoga nidra and the 40-day sadhana are teaching her about letting go ✦ A reflection question for your summer: what is your sweet treat inside the coconut? Reflection prompt What are you clinging to right now? What is it that you're gripping so tightly that it's keeping you stuck? Let aparigraha be your invitation this summer — not to drop everything, but to notice where your fist is still closed. Mentioned in this episode ✦ Yin yoga class at [Studio Name] — new studio! ✦ Andrea's yoga nidra teacher training (5-month program with Tracee Stanley) ✦ 40-day sadhana — currently in progress ✦ Aparigraha — one of the yamas in Patanjali's Yoga Sutras Connect with Andrea 🌿 Website: andreaclaassen.com 📩 Weekly newsletter 🧘 Work with Andrea 1:1 💪 Seasonal Strength Summer Edition

    The Monkey, the Coconut, and What You Won't Let Go Of

  7. Jun 9

    The right pairings on and off the mat

    The Right Pairing | Hallmark Mysteries & More Have you ever had a song hit you at exactly the right moment and completely undo you? That's where this episode starts — with a beautiful, tear-worthy moment in Season 4 of The Way Home — and it takes us somewhere much deeper. In this episode Andrea explores the Ayurvedic concept of the gunas — the three fundamental qualities of tamas, rajas, and sattva — and how they show up in everything around us. The music paired with a scene. The chemistry between actors. The food on your plate. The yoga class you choose on a Tuesday morning. Once you start seeing the gunas, you can't unsee them. The big idea? The right pairing changes everything. And when you understand your own Ayurvedic framework, you stop following everyone else's wellness rules and start finding what actually works for you. Whether you're a The Way Home fan, an Ayurveda curious beginner, or somewhere in between — this episode will leave you seeing the qualities around you in a whole new way. Work With Andrea Ready to find your own perfect pairings? The 1:1 eight-week Yoga and Ayurveda program was made for exactly this. You'll learn your constitution, understand the gunas in your daily life, and build a framework that's uniquely yours. Virtual and in-person options available. 👉 Click here to learn more Connect With Andrea 🌐 Website: www.andreaclaassen.com If you watched The Way Home this season drop a comment and let Andrea know how it landed for you — and which season is your favorite!

  8. Jun 2

    How I Used AI to Deepen My Yoga Philosophy Practice (And Why I'm Still Skeptical)

    I'll be honest — I don't use AI a lot. But this summer I did something unexpected with it, and I genuinely loved the result. In this episode I'm sharing how I used AI to build a personal Yoga Sutras morning devotional practice — something I searched for everywhere and couldn't find. I walk you through what I asked for, what it's given me, and why I've been showing up for it every single morning since mid-May. I'm also sharing where I'm still skeptical. Because I will stop reading mid-sentence if something feels hollow and AI-generated — and I think a lot of you feel the same way. This one is honest, a little unexpected, and very much from the heart. In this episode: Why I wanted a Yoga Sutras devotional practice this summer How I used AI as a creative collaborator — not a replacement The AI cadence that makes me stop reading (and why it matters) Where I've landed on the question of AI in wellness spaces The distinction that changed how I think about it: who's driving? Links & Resources mentioned: 🌿 Join the Free Cool Down in 3 Days Challenge → Join Here 📖 Read the full blog post → www.andreaclaassen.com/blog The Peaceful Power Podcast with Andrea Claassen helps women slow down, tune in, and live with more intention through Ayurveda, yoga, and mindful movement.

    How I Used AI to Deepen My Yoga Philosophy Practice (And Why I'm Still Skeptical)
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The Peaceful Power Podcast focuses on living a holistic lifestyle in an East Meets West Way. We will discuss Ayurveda, hormone health, and blending the spiritual to the mind body approach in wellness. Every week there will be a guest or a solo show diving deeper into a holistic wellness practice geared to give you take away nuggets you can implement into your lifestyle as soon as you listen. Andrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, Personal Trainer, 500 hr Yoga Teacher, and Author. Her mission is to help you start to live a cyclical life by living in alignment with your natural flow. She does this by teaching her Peaceful Power Practices centered around movement, mindfulness & mother nature using Ayurvedic techniques. You can hear more from Andrea on her Peaceful Power Podcast where she aims to deliver actionable takeaways to live a more holistic lifestyle. To learn more about Andrea and her holistic outlook on life head over to www.andreaclaassen.com or at www.instagram.com/seasonalandrea

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  • Creator
    Andrea Claassen
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Peaceful Power Podcast

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