What if the darkest day of the year was an invitation more potent than you ever realized? For this Winter Solstice episode, Cara sits down with her dear friend: Coach and Herbalist, Stephanie Burg to explore the quiet magic of this seasonal turning point, and the rituals it inspires. Stephanie shares how her work with somatics, trauma resolution, and plant medicine led her to shape her life and business around solstice archetypes, while Cara reflects on the unexpected lessons winter has taught her in both Hawaii and Colorado. Together they talk about loving the dark, honoring deep rest, and stepping out of the January 1 hustle so you can move with nature’s actual rhythms. You’ll also hear simple, meaningful ways to welcome the return of light without turning it into a project. Lastly, Stephanie shares highlights from her Winter Solstice Wellness and Rituals collection herbal support and deeper guidance. Be sure to check out her herbal store at the links below. If you’re craving permission to slow your pace, reconnect with the season, and add a little wonder to the longest night, this conversation will feel like a gentle exhale. Connect with Cara! Website -https://www.caraviana.com/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/cara_viana/ Facebook Page -https://www.facebook.com/caraviana YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/user/caraviana Stephanie’s Bio: Stephanie Burg provides women with the spaces and tools to liberate themselves from trauma, past conditioning, old storylines, and everything the world tells them they “should” or “shouldn’t” be. A former professional ballerina, Stephanie is now a Trauma-Informed, Certified Integrative Health & Transformational Life Coach, Psychedelic Preparation & Integration Guide, Certified Breathwork Facilitator, Somatic Healing & Embodiment Guide, Andean & Amazonian Plant Medicine Apprentice, Folk Herbalist, and Sacred Circle Facilitator. With almost 13 years of experience, Stephanie supports her community through immersive retreats, private mentorship, online group programs, and her Healing Products apothecary—offering handcrafted herbal medicines and ritual tools. Stephanie’s work has been featured in ABC News, Colorado Public Radio, Dance Magazine, Mind Body Green, Elephant Journal, Tiny Buddha, and other national and local publications. She was honored as one of Charleston, SC’s “50 Most Progressive” celebrating the most forward-thinking individuals having an impact on the future of Charleston. Inspired by artists and leaders who break free from societal norms to share their gifts with the world, Stephanie’s work is an offering of deep devotion—to uplift humanity and guide others in reclaiming their freedom, wholeness, and soul’s expression. Website: https://www.stephanieburgcoaching.com/ Healing Products Apothecary: https://www.stephanieburgcoaching.com/shop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemburg/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sburgcoaching Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/stephanieburg/guided-meditations
