The Way of The Heart

Natalia Otalora
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"Who am I?" and "what roll does my heart play?" is the north star of this podcast's conversations. The conversations in this podcast have the intention to give us an opportunity to open our mind and heart allowing us to relieve suffering and shed the many layers of conditioning that have obstructed our capacity to connect with the wisdom of the heart. My hope is that we can reflect on the many ways we have lost our center and together, walk back to the way of our heart.

  1. E50 The Heart-Centered Path: The Case for Contemplation | Michael Krass

    12/03/2024

    E50 The Heart-Centered Path: The Case for Contemplation | Michael Krass

    Michael shares his unique perspective on integrating mindfulness into daily life, revealing how it can reshape our relationships and foster authentic self-expression. We delve into the fascinating intersection of meditation and creativity, uncovering how these practices can unlock our innate potential and lead to profound self-discovery.Learn about trauma-informed approaches to mindfulness and how they can create safer, more nurturing environments in both personal and professional settings. Michael's insights offer a compassionate framework for understanding ourselves and others, paving the way for deeper empathy and connection. _______________ Timecodes:  00:00 - Intro 01:09 - Michael’s Journey 07:34 - Starting Meditation Practice 13:44 - Impact of Meditation on Life 18:08 - Becoming a Meditation Teacher 26:21 - Mindfulness and Creative Thinking 31:13 - Formal vs Active Meditation 34:04 - Connection Between Mindfulness and Creativity 39:46 - Permission to Be Creative 46:31 - Mindfulness and Managing Expectations 51:14 - Mindfulness and Truthfulness 53:58 - Prefrontal Cortex and Mindfulness 54:24 - Trauma-Informed Mindfulness 01:00:13 - Exploring Creativity 01:02:40 - The Way of the Heart 01:05:50 - Current Global Needs 01:15:40 - Connecting with Michael Michael Krass teaches at the University of Southern California as part of Mindful USC. His background in meditation spans 20 years, and his understanding has grown through many life experiences and numerous sits with teachers of various disciplines where he has developed his own unique take to make mindfulness practical, meditation useful and relatively painless, and awareness a part of our new and personal improved operating system. Website: www.michaeljkrass.com Social Media:Instagram: @michaeljkrass _______________ Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natotalora/ Website: https://nataliaotalora.com/ Listen to episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FgqBRc68s3Sjeapv5GIij?si=8a6f1c312cec49b7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-way-of-the-heart/id1675367265

    1h 17m
  2. E49 Andean Cosmology, Discover the 4 Pillars of Harmony | Norka Ayllon

    11/12/2024

    E49 Andean Cosmology, Discover the 4 Pillars of Harmony | Norka Ayllon

    Join us as we explore the 4 Pillars of Harmony with Norka, a licensed therapist born in Lima, Peru. Norka's unique experiences mix indigenous wisdom and modern psychology, creating a powerful blend of healing and self-discovery. Norka shares her wisdom on how harmony, reciprocity, respect, and love can guide us to a more fulfilling and balanced life. _______________ Timecodes:  00:00 - Intro 02:15 - Norka's Ancestral Lineage 11:18 - The Four Pillars of Andean Cosmology 17:54 - Using Four Pillars to Assess Relationships 18:58 - Mindfulness for Relationship Assessment 23:26 - Working with Sensations and Emotions 26:30 - Connecting with Emotions 29:21 - Emotional Regulation Techniques 32:30 - Navigating Conflict 37:15 - Empathy and Taking Action 46:34 - Understanding the Heart 49:29 - Final Questions 52:16 - What the World Needs Now 53:53 - Finding Norka Online _______________ Norka is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Denver, she has been working with individuals, couples, and families since 2007. She tailors her therapeutic approach to match clients’ needs and personalities. She incorporates mindfulness and cognitive restructuring as tools for change. Norka is partly Andean (Peru) and acknowledges their indigenous wisdom and try to respectably follow their teachings of honoring the land and living in harmony and balance. Website: https://restorativesolutionscounseling.org _______________ Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natotalora/ Website: https://nataliaotalora.com/ Listen to episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FgqBRc68s3Sjeapv5GIij?si=8a6f1c312cec49b7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-way-of-the-heart/id1675367265

    56 min
  3. E48 When Change Becomes Essential: How to Embrace Transformation | Sabrina Badeaux

    10/29/2024

    E48 When Change Becomes Essential: How to Embrace Transformation | Sabrina Badeaux

    From her upbringing in Spanish Harlem to her transformative experiences in Miami and beyond, Sabrina's story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and connection to the heart. Whether you're seeking to regulate your nervous system or embark on a personal journey towards emotional balance, Sabrina's insights offer a guiding light in this heartfelt conversation. _______________ Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro 01:04 - Getting to know Sabrina 13:03 - Overcoming Circumstances 18:50 - Schooling System Impact on Potential 19:59 - Transformative Power of Yoga 26:52 - Corporate Job Background 29:20 - Origins of Connection 35:55 - Connection's Journey 39:44 - Pain Leading to Growth 44:18 - Why Choose Miami 50:33 - Importance of Context and Place 51:00 - Introducing Journaling Practices 51:54 - Consistency is Key 59:44 - Insights from Breath and Sound Healing 1:04:55 - Understanding Sound Baths 1:10:18 - Mechanism of Sound Baths 1:15:37 - Integrating Meditation with Sound Baths 1:20:14 - Living Loud and Loving Hard 1:25:15 - Finding Sabrina _______________ Sabrina Badeaux brings a wealth of experience in sales, marketing, and operations. Her leadership is characterized by a keen ability to illuminate paths forward, fostering growth and excellence within corporate settings. Sabrina’s guiding principle, “What impact will I make today?” drives her commitment to crafting impactful, meaningful connections and experiences. Whether coaching executives or leading team initiatives, she is dedicated to making a positive, lasting impact through her innovative and authentic approach to wellness and hospitality. Website: https://www.kanekshun.com/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kanekshun/ _______________ Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natotalora/ Website: https://nataliaotalora.com/ Listen to episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FgqBRc68s3Sjeapv5GIij?si=8a6f1c312cec49b7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-way-of-the-heart/id1675367265

    1h 27m
  4. E47 Begin Again: A Map to Connect to Our Hearts | Arke Muratova

    10/15/2024

    E47 Begin Again: A Map to Connect to Our Hearts | Arke Muratova

    Arke's journey has been filled with profound spiritual awakenings and healing experiences. In this enlightening conversation, Arke shares her story of emotional connection and self-discovery, revealing how embracing the wisdom of the heart can transform our lives. _______________ Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro 01:04 - Journey to Awakening 03:43 - Spiritual Awakening Experience 13:20 - Emotions Post-Awakening 20:49 - Pre-Birth Spiritual Experience 26:18 - Birth Experience Insights 31:59 - Out of Body Experiences Explained 38:50 - Connection to Buddhist Monastery 39:10 - Buddhism's Role in Spiritual Journey 41:40 - Power of Passive Support in Healing 47:54 - Visualization Techniques for Growth 49:20 - Religions as Spiritual Guides 53:00 - Importance of Compassion 57:30 - The Pathless Path Concept 1:04:55 - Daily Heart Connection Practices 1:14:46 - Living from the Heart _______________ Arke Muratova's main goal is to serve humanity, help people shine their light, heal hearts and have fun on the journey. She believes in the power of Love, Kindness, and Oneness. Website: https://arkemuratova.com/ Social Media: Instagram:   / arkemuratova   Youtube:    / @divineinside   _______________

    1h 24m
  5. E46 Surviving Leukemia: From Skeptic to Soulful | Joseph Clarke

    10/01/2024

    E46 Surviving Leukemia: From Skeptic to Soulful | Joseph Clarke

    Join us in this beautiful episode with Joseph Clark as we delve into his profound journey exploring the depths of self-discovery and healing. Joseph shares his transformative spiritual journey, recounting how a life-altering experience with leukemia sparked an awakening that led him to reconnect with his heart and shed layers of fear and ego. Through heartfelt storytelling, Joseph unveils the wisdom of the heart, revealing how mindfulness and surrender can guide us away from fear-based thinking and towards a deeper connection with ourselves and the collective reality. His experiences underscore the power of the heart in healing and self-discovery, encouraging us to open our minds and hearts to the oneness of all existence. Join us in this beautiful episode with Joseph Clark as we delve into his profound journey exploring the depths of self-discovery and healing. Joseph shares his transformative spiritual journey, recounting how a life-altering experience with leukemia sparked an awakening that led him to reconnect with his heart and shed layers of fear and ego. Through heartfelt storytelling, Joseph unveils the wisdom of the heart, revealing how mindfulness and surrender can guide us away from fear-based thinking and towards a deeper connection with ourselves and the collective reality. His experiences underscore the power of the heart in healing and self-discovery, encouraging us to open our minds and hearts to the oneness of all existence. _______________ Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro 03:39 - Joseph’s disbelief in spirituality 05:30 - Joseph’s spiritual awakening 09:33 - Catalyst for Joseph’s awakening 14:41 - Questioning personal experiences 17:37 - Starting mindfulness practice 19:17 - Life after the hospital 23:50 - Heart connection practices 27:55 - Surrender through honesty 29:35 - Dual flow of creation 34:10 - Mind, body, and source connection 47:14 - Understanding fear and ego 52:50 - Heart-centered action 57:27 - Working with fear and ego 1:01:14 - Collaborating with Joseph 1:02:40 - Connecting with Joseph _______________ Joseph Clarke is a spiritual healer and author based in Oceanside, California. He specializes in strengthening his clients' heart connection through Reiki energy healing, mindfulness coaching, and heart-to-heart conversation. Joseph published his book, SOL: supportive guidance for healing & awakening in 2024. Combining spiritual wisdom, practical guidance, and inspiring poetry, SOL will awaken your mind to deep spiritual truths and open your heart to the beauty, mystery, and goodness of life. Website: https://www.josephclarke-spiritualflourishing.com/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritflourish/ _______________ Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natotalora/ Website: https://nataliaotalora.com/ Listen to episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FgqBRc68s3Sjeapv5GIij?si=8a6f1c312cec49b7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-way-of-the-heart/id1675367265

    1h 5m
  6. E45 Let Your Inner Child Lead: Sensitivity Fuels Authentic Creativity | Xenia Viray

    09/17/2024

    E45 Let Your Inner Child Lead: Sensitivity Fuels Authentic Creativity | Xenia Viray

    Join us as we explore the transformative power of creativity and love with our guest, Xenia. With a unique background as a first-generation immigrant growing up in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Xenia has journeyed through layers of self-discovery and healing to unlock her true creative vibration. Xenia shares her insights on how creativity is intertwined with our life force and how it serves as a conduit for empathy and compassion. We discuss the importance of shedding societal layers to embrace our authentic selves, creating a safe space for others to emanate love. _______________ Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro 02:23 - Growing up in Philadelphia Suburbs 08:27 - Impact of Parents on Eldest Daughters 17:24 - Understanding Imagination Healing 20:04 - Importance of Creativity in Life 25:20 - Embracing Self-Need and Authenticity 30:34 - Connecting with Your True Self 33:55 - Sensitivity vs. Personal Reactions 43:29 - Exploring Human and Spiritual Connection 54:15 - The Role of Compassion in Healing 57:40 - The Power of Creativity 01:01:20 - Accepting Life's Mysteries 01:05:50 - The Significance of the Heart 01:11:10 - Xenia’s Unique Offerings 01:14:10 - Outro _______________ Xenia Viray is an Imagination Healer and Frequency Artist. She helps multidimensional creatives who are inventing unique art, businesses, lives, and relationships. She works at the intersection of meaning-making, mysticism, and creativity. To quote Xenia: "I believe when we create we change the fabric of time and space." Website: https://mythsofcreation.com/ Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/mythsofcreation/ _______________ Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natotalora/ Website: https://nataliaotalora.com/ Watch episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@natotalora Listen to episodes on Audio: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-way-of-the-heart/id1675367265

    1h 14m
  7. E44 Family Constellations, Healing Your Family's Story | Marine Sélénée

    09/03/2024

    E44 Family Constellations, Healing Your Family's Story | Marine Sélénée

    Join us as we explore the journey towards healing generational pain and rewriting your family's story with Marine Sélénée. She shares her unique experiences as a family constellation therapist, how our ancestors' stories shape our reality and how family constellations can empower us to shed layers of inherited trauma. This is a heartfelt conversation about acceptance, respect, and acknowledging our past, we dive into the collective reality of our interconnectedness and the wisdom of the heart. _______________ Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - Marine’s Background 05:07 - Family Constellations Explained 11:51 - Systems Thinking and Interconnectedness 16:40 - Impact of Generational Trauma 22:41 - Acknowledging vs Approving the Past 26:55 - Creating Our Reality Through Stories 28:20 - Acceptance in Family Dynamics 30:00 - Movement of Love in Healing 33:20 - How to Conduct a Family Constellation 38:30 - Fate of a Family System Member 43:30 - Objectivity in Understanding Others 44:25 - Family Constellation Examples 53:10 - Building Emotional Resilience 57:44 - Benefits of Family Constellations 59:45 - Understanding Love 1:02:28 - Where to Find Marine 1:02:55 - End of Interview _______________ Marine Sélénée brings the transformative power of Family Constellations to help people heal from family wounds and find individual blocks rooted in the family system. Her clients are able to get to the root of their pain, in order to not only heal themselves, but the generations before and after them. Marine offers one-on-one virtual sessions and her online course provides eight powerful, healing modules. You can read about her work in her book, Connected Fates, Separate Destinies, published by Hay House. She also facilitates retreats and workshops, speaks at conferences, and is featured on numerous podcasts and articles. Website: https://www.marineselenee.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineselenee/ _______________ Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natotalora/ Website: https://nataliaotalora.com/ Listen to episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FgqBRc68s3Sjeapv5GIij?si=8a6f1c312cec49b7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-way-of-the-heart/id1675367265

    1h 3m
  8. E43 Navigate AI Intentionally: Heart-Centered Tech Use | Callie Rojewski

    08/20/2024

    E43 Navigate AI Intentionally: Heart-Centered Tech Use | Callie Rojewski

    Join us as we explore the compelling intersection of AI & Soul, where technology meets the heart's wisdom. Our guest, Callie, shares her journey towards understanding the deep relationship between AI and our daily lives. With her rich background in marketing, branding, and technology, Callie invites us to shed layers of fear and embrace a new narrative. Open your mind and heart to the possibility of using technology as a tool for personal growth and a more compassionate world. Reflect on your own experiences and join the conversation as we navigate the path of connection to the heart in this evolving digital age. What's your relationship with technology, and how does it resonate with your inner truth? Share your thoughts and let's grow together. Callie shared with us some of the links to the articles referenced during our conversation: -The Secret Water Footprint of A.I. Technology: https://themarkup.org/hello-world/2023/04/15/the-secret-water-footprint-of-ai-technology 700,000 liters of clean freshwater to train GPT-3 in Microsoft’s U.S. data centers, not including electricity generation -The Environmental Impact of ChatGPT: A Call for Sustainable Practices In AI Development: https://earth.org/environmental-impact-chatgpt/ -M.I.A.'s Anti-Surveillance Clothing Line: https://hypebeast.com/2024/6/mia-ohmni-conspiracy-clothing-line -For Rare Languages, Social Media Provide New Hope: https://www.npr.org/sections/alltechconsidered/2014/07/26/333732206/for-rare-languages-social-media-provide-new-hope -Smartphone Use Reveals Brain's Plasticity: https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna56673920 -Some People See Their Phones As Extensions of Themselves: https://www.thecut.com/2017/08/some-people-see-their-phones-as-extensions-of-themselves.html -Smartphone and self-extension: Functionally, anthropomorphically, and ontologically extending self via the smartphone: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/2050157918808327 -Adult content creators are outsourcing work to AI: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/10/24153475/adult-content-creators-are-outsourcing-some-work-to-ai _______________ Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro 10:20 - What is Cyber Collective? 17:03 - Relationship with Technology 19:27 - Collaborating with AI 23:54 - AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement 26:50 - What is Our Purpose 29:57 - Technology as a Mirror 33:05 - Environmental Impact of AI 37:04 - Importance of Intention 41:08 - What Do We Really Value 44:30 - Watering of Hope 49:54 - Mindfulness and Technology 56:00 - Somatic Practices 58:10 - Fear of Uncertainty 59:36 - Last Thoughts 1:05:10 - What is Love 1:06:38 - What Does the World Need Most? 1:08:14 - Where to Find Callie _______________ Callie Rojewski is an expert in marketing, brand creation and passionate about exploring life online & IRL. Through her work she aims to empower people by understanding the impact of technology and how they can create a healthy relationship with it. Website: onlineandirl.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/callieand.co Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/callieco Cyber Collective Website: www.cybercollective.org Instagram: @cybercollective.org _______________ Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natotalora/ Website: https://nataliaotalora.com/ Listen to episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FgqBRc68s3Sjeapv5GIij?si=8a6f1c312cec49b7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-way-of-the-heart/id1675367265

    1h 12m
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"Who am I?" and "what roll does my heart play?" is the north star of this podcast's conversations. The conversations in this podcast have the intention to give us an opportunity to open our mind and heart allowing us to relieve suffering and shed the many layers of conditioning that have obstructed our capacity to connect with the wisdom of the heart. My hope is that we can reflect on the many ways we have lost our center and together, walk back to the way of our heart.

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  • Creator
    Natalia Otalora
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Natalia Otalora
  • Show Website
    The Way of The Heart