The Inspired Yogi

Jim (The Yogi)

Welcome to The Inspired Yogi, your go-to podcast for mindfulness, stress relief, and personal growth! Hosted by Jim the Yogi, a seasoned yoga instructor, registered nurse, Navy veteran, and advid pickleball player. This show dives deep into self-improvement, healthy living, and finding inner peace. Join Jim in sunny Port Charlotte, Florida, as he shares practical mindfulness techniques, guided meditations, and inspiring stories to help you reconnect with your true self. From yoga and plant-based nutrition to mental health and self-discovery, each episode offers actionable tips to reduce stress and live vibrantly. Perfect for anyone seeking wellness, balance, or a healthier lifestyle, One Inspired Yogi is ad-free and listener-supported. Subscribe now for fresh episodes every Tuesday and Thursday, and start your journey to a happier, healthier you!  #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #YogaPodcast #Wellness #StressRelief

  1. Addiction & Near-Death to Spiritual Awakening at 72: A Heartfelt Conversation

    APR 28

    Addiction & Near-Death to Spiritual Awakening at 72: A Heartfelt Conversation

    Send us Fan Mail In this deeply moving conversation on The Inspired Yogi, licensed mental health counselor, Reiki practitioner, hypnotherapist, and energy healer Ronnie Figueroa opens up about his remarkable path of transformation. Growing up in challenging circumstances in Paterson, New Jersey, navigating addiction, a near-death experience, and years of inner struggle, Ronnie shares how he rediscovered a profound inner connection—often called Spirit, Source, or the true Self—that sustained him even amid life's chaos. Drawing wisdom from Viktor Frankl's experiences in Nazi concentration camps and Eckhart Tolle's The Power of Now, Ronnie emphasizes the importance of staying present, bringing distractions and insecurities into awareness, and cultivating vulnerability, risk-taking, and trust. He introduces his simple yet powerful practices, including a heart-centered breathing technique and his four-fold way of living, while stressing that anyone—at any age—can heal, break through limitations, and access lasting peace and joy. Ronnie also discusses his monthly Energy Healing Gatherings (held via Zoom on the first Sunday of the month) and his client-centered approach that blends holistic tools like meditation, pranayama, and intuitive guidance to help people trust the wisdom within. This episode is a raw, hopeful reminder that in turbulent times, returning to our inner connection is the key to personal healing and collective shift. A must-listen for anyone seeking authenticity in spirituality, overcoming past traumas, or building genuine community in 2026 and beyond. Ronnie's story proves it's never too late to live from a place of deep inner peace.  Connect with Ronnie  Website: ronniefigueroa.com  Connect: Join Ronnie's Energy Healing Gatherings by emailing thehi31111@gmail.com for the monthly Zoom link.  Connect with The Inspired Yogi Website Instagram FaceBook YouTube Email: JimtheYogi@gmail.com Intro/Outro music compliments of Machine Poetry  @Themachinepoetry  Support the show

    45 min
  2. 2026 According to Psychic Medium Dallisa Hocking: Collapse, New Realities & High Frequency Living

    APR 22

    2026 According to Psychic Medium Dallisa Hocking: Collapse, New Realities & High Frequency Living

    Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening episode of The Inspired Yogi, 5th-generation psychic medium Dallisa Hocking (founder of Spirit & Spark) reveals why you don’t need to outsource your power to anyone else — you already have everything you need to tune into your own psychic abilities and intuitive guidance.Dallisa shares the exact practices that transformed her from a matchmaker and dating coach into a professional medium in 2015 — and that she now teaches thousands of students worldwide. Discover how to raise your frequency and become your own antenna using binaural beats (the “secret ingredient” from her life-changing retreat with Sacred Acoustics), the powerful Morning Pages practice from The Artist’s Way, and simple alternatives like Kirtan, humming, or throat-chakra activation for those who feel blocked when they try to journal. She also explains the critical role of belief — why doubting your own gifts is the #1 thing that blocks intuitive downloads — and how to build a real two-way relationship with your spirit team by asking direct questions and trusting what comes through.But then the conversation takes a surprising turn.Dallisa channels detailed predictions for 2026 and the years ahead: the Great Dismantling of major systems (healthcare, education, economy, and more), an emerging timeline split between those choosing sovereign, off-grid, community-based living and those leaning into AI, robotics, and digital currency, plus coming challenges around fuel shortages, supply chains, and economic shifts. She explains why 2026–2027 will feel especially “loud,” why many souls chose to be here for this exact time, and how the next several years will reshape daily life by the early 2030s.Most importantly, she gives clear, empowering guidance on what you need to do right now to be ready: stay in high frequency, cultivate personal sovereignty, build local community resilience, and stop outsourcing your power — so you can move through the changes as a Wayshower instead of getting pulled into fear or chaos.Whether you’re brand new to psychic development or already on the path, this episode blends practical tools for awakening your own intuition with honest, forward-looking insight that will leave you feeling inspired and prepared. #2026Predictions #PsychicAbilities #DallisaHocking #GreatDismantling #TimelineSplit #RaiseYourFrequency #SpiritualAwakening #IntuitionDevelopment #PsychicMedium #Wayshower Connect with Dallisa Free Gift & Website: https://spiritandspark.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOAtgAkuewh2CK6T2BscEXg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dallisahocking Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dallisa Connect with The Inspired Yogi Website Instagram FaceBook YouTube Email: JimtheYogi@gmail.com Intro/Outro music compliments of Machine Poetry  @Themachinepoetry  Support the show

    58 min
  3. Cole Adams: Blues-Rock Affirmation Music for Healing Chronic Pain, Manifestation & Joe Dispenza (432Hz Songs)

    APR 14

    Cole Adams: Blues-Rock Affirmation Music for Healing Chronic Pain, Manifestation & Joe Dispenza (432Hz Songs)

    Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode of The Inspired Yogi, Cole Adams shares his raw journey from years of chronic pain, alcohol addiction, and opioid dependency after a devastating accident… to complete healing and creating life-changing blues-rock affirmation music in 432Hz. Cole reveals how Joe Dispenza’s work, daily affirmations, and subconscious reprogramming helped him exit 10+ years of daily pain and even manifest his song being played in front of 44,000 fans at a Savannah Bananas game — while dressed as a banana! He also opens up about divine intervention, PMDD, and how he now helps others rewire their minds for health, wealth, happiness, and freedom. You’ll hear Cole perform live versions of his powerful songs including “I Am Grateful,” “Why Am I So Happy?,” “I Am The Money,” and more — all designed to shift your mindset and body through repetition and soulful blues-rock energy. If you’re tired of chronic pain, stuck in negative thought loops, or ready to manifest better health and joy, this conversation will light you up. Cole proves that your body can heal itself and that the right words + music can truly change everything. Topics covered: Healing chronic pain naturally with affirmations and mindsetJoe Dispenza, manifestation, and subconscious reprogramming432Hz & 417Hz affirmation music for deep transformationFrom addiction and rock bottom to stadium manifestationLive musical performances you’ll want to replay Listen now and start reprogramming your mind for the life you deserve. Cole Adams Music | Blues-rock affirmations | The Inspired Yogi Podcast Connect with Cole Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok: Cole Adams Music Connect with The Inspired Yogi Website Instagram FaceBook YouTube Email: JimtheYogi@gmail.com Intro/Outro music compliments of Machine Poetry  @Themachinepoetry  Support the show

    1h 3m
  4. How Meditation Helps You Sit With Pain and Find Lasting Happiness with Douglas Bell

    MAR 31

    How Meditation Helps You Sit With Pain and Find Lasting Happiness with Douglas Bell

    Send us Fan Mail 🧘‍♂️ How can meditation help you sit with pain, choose happiness, and live as your authentic self? In this powerful episode of The Inspired Yogi, host Jim sits down with accomplished author and longtime meditator Douglas Bell. Douglas shares his remarkable journey: from engineer to full-time magician, through a devastating divorce and rock-bottom crisis, to discovering the Dalai Lama’s “The Art of Happiness” and co-founding the Houston Zen Center. With over 20 years of Buddhist practice, he reveals how meditation taught him to face emotional pain without running, transform insecurity into courage, and find sustainable happiness—even on the toughest days.  They explore:  • Why happiness is often a choice (and when it feels impossible)  • Sitting with difficult thoughts and emotions on the meditation cushion  • How Buddhist wisdom provides perspective on suffering, identity, and relationships  • The real work of meditation: acknowledging thoughts, returning to the breath, and building inner strength  Douglas also discusses how he weaves these insights into his compelling fiction: - The “For the Love of Cake” series (Cakewalk and Love Cake) — exploring Black masculinity, taboo love, trans relationships, shame, and self-acceptance - Threads of Purpose — a story of privilege, addiction, arrest, and redemption through meditation.  Whether you’re struggling with suffering, curious about Buddhism and meditation, or love thoughtful literary fiction with spiritual depth, this conversation offers practical wisdom and inspiration for personal growth.  🔑 Topics: Meditation for beginners, sitting with pain, Buddhist wisdom, choosing happiness, authentic living, overcoming shame, spiritual transformation 📚  Discover Douglas Bell’s books: - Cakewalk (2nd Edition) - Love Cake - Threads of Purpose 👉 Grab them on Amazon or visit: https://www.douglasbellbooks.com  If this episode resonated, hit LIKE 👍, subscribe for more conversations on mindfulness, yoga, meditation, and overcoming suffering, and leave a comment: What’s one thing you’re learning to “sit with” in your life right now?  #Meditation #Buddhism #OvercomingSuffering #Happiness #Mindfulness #SpiritualJourney #DouglasBell #InspiredYogi #PersonalGrowth #ZenMeditation #AuthenticLiving #BookRecommendations  🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!  Connect with Douglas:  Website: https://www.douglasbellbooks.com/ YouTube/Instagram/Facebook: Douglas Bell Author  Connect with The Inspired Yogi Website Instagram FaceBook YouTube Email: JimtheYogi@gmail.com Intro/Outro music compliments of Machine Poetry  @Themachinepoetry  Support the show

    57 min
  5. Why Your Pain Isn't Where You Think: 3-Plane Fixes for Aging Strong

    MAR 9

    Why Your Pain Isn't Where You Think: 3-Plane Fixes for Aging Strong

    Send us Fan Mail Tired of chronic pain ruling your life after 50? Discover how to eliminate pain naturally, move freely, and age without decline in this eye-opening conversation on The Inspired Yogi Podcast! Yogi welcomes Eileen Kopsaftis, licensed physical therapist with 30+ years of experience, author of Pain Culprits and Aging Culprits, and founder of Have Lifelong Wellbeing. Eileen reveals why "where the pain is, is often NOT where the problem is"—from shoulder issues stemming from ankles/hips/trunk imbalances to why isolated gym exercises can do more harm than good.Key takeaways:Master 3-plane motion (forward/back, side-to-side, rotation) to retrain authentic, pain-free movement—no more compensating patterns! Debunk myths: Aging doesn't mean inevitable decline, joint pain, or nursing homes—it's often mindset, inflammation, and poor habits. Learn why rotator cuffs aren't the "bad guys," how trunk rotation is a "silent saboteur," and simple fixes (like hip matrices) that deliver fast relief. Empower yourself: Most pain resolves quickly when you address root causes holistically, not just symptoms. Perfect for anyone dealing with back, shoulder, knee, or joint pain—or wanting to stay strong, independent, and vibrant into your 60s, 70s, and beyond.  Check out Eileen's YouTube (@EileenKopsaftis) for free 3-plane assessments, pain-relief exercises, and more!  Visit HaveLifelongWellbeing.com for quizzes, programs, and resources.  Tune in for science-backed hope, practical tips, and inspiration to reclaim your body and life—pain-free! #chronicpainrelief #PainFreeAfter50 #3PlaneMovement #HealthyAging #WholeBodyHealing #EileenKopsaftis #MoveWithoutPain #AgingWell #PhysicalTherapyTips Connect with The Inspired Yogi Website Instagram FaceBook YouTube Email: JimtheYogi@gmail.com Intro/Outro music compliments of Machine Poetry  @Themachinepoetry  Support the show

    51 min
  6. MIT Engineer Heals Paralyzed Arm in Seconds: Subconscious Reprogramming Miracle.

    MAR 3

    MIT Engineer Heals Paralyzed Arm in Seconds: Subconscious Reprogramming Miracle.

    Send us Fan Mail What if a top MIT grad, once a hardcore skeptic building the internet's future, had his life shattered by chronic pain—only to heal his paralyzed arm in seconds through "woo-woo" energy work? In this riveting episode of The Inspired Yogi, discover how Brent Michael Phillips turned rock bottom into a revolutionary path, blending science and spirituality to reprogram the mind like software.Brent shares his gripping tale: Pioneering websites for Sony PlayStation and Disneyland during the dot-com boom, his 100-hour weeks triggered debilitating injuries, a botched surgery, and doctors' verdict of lifelong disability in his 20s. Betrayed by his best friend and broke, he dismissed alternatives until a single healing session instantly restored his arm, sparking his shift from engineer to author and teacher.He reveals how subconscious blocks derail positive thinking, the Law of Attraction, and manifestation for 99% of people, demystifying energy healing with engineering rigor: Clear limiting beliefs, "download" empowering ones, and access theta states for real change. Brent bridges ancient practices with modern science, covering vagal tone, pineal activation, and why conscious effort alone fails.Whether facing pain, chasing abundance, or exploring intuition, Brent's story delivers hope and tools. Author of six books (seventh incoming) on Amazon, explore his YouTube for free insights or AwakeningDynamics.com for programs—mention The Inspired Yogi for a free 20-minute consult if you're committed.Listen now: Miracles aren't magic—they're engineered. Subscribe, rate, share! Connect with Brent Website: https://awakening-dynamics.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brent.michael.phillips.master.healer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brentgphillips YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AwakeningDynamicswithBrentMichaelPhillips Connect with The Inspired Yogi Website Instagram FaceBook YouTube Email: JimtheYogi@gmail.com Intro/Outro music compliments of Machine Poetry  @Themachinepoetry  Support the show

    54 min
  7. Walking Monks Inspired Millions – Hear from a Traveling Monk Living the Sadhu Life Today

    FEB 24

    Walking Monks Inspired Millions – Hear from a Traveling Monk Living the Sadhu Life Today

    Send us Fan Mail In this heart opening episode of The Inspired Yogi Podcast, the Yogi sits down with Brian Lottman, a self-proclaimed traveling monk (or "American Sadhu") who has wandered the U.S., Canada, and Mexico for over 14 years, sharing kirtan, satsangs, and spiritual teachings. Once a successful financial planner and atheist, Brian's life transformed after a profound encounter with his guru, Sri Sri Sri Swami Purna Maharaj, in 2008. In 2012, he renounced everything—sold his business, gave away possessions, and hit the road in a van to live as a modern wandering bard, leading heart-opening devotional chanting rooted in Bhakti yoga. Brian shares his journey from early hardships—loneliness, sparse gatherings, sleeping in parks, and street chanting amid music festivals with just two attendees—to a life sustained by grace, growing community support, and deepening mystical connection. He discusses the universal power of kirtan (chanting mantras for joy and bliss accessible across faiths), bridges between traditions like "Christian Kirtan" with Aramaic mantras, forgiveness as a key to spiritual opening, and the three yogic paths of devotion, contemplation, and service.The episode features a simple, powerful guided heart practice using breath, mudra, and the mantra "Om Pran Pran" to awaken love and life force in the heart center—perfect for listeners to try along. Radiating authentic love and encouragement, this conversation reminds us that true happiness arises from surrender, devotion, and connection to something greater.  Connect with Brian:  https://www.Patreon.com/brianlottman https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@brianlottman⁩  https://www.stirtheheart.com/  https://www.facebook.com/brian.lottman Connect with The Inspired Yogi Website Instagram FaceBook YouTube Email: JimtheYogi@gmail.com Intro/Outro music compliments of Machine Poetry  @Themachinepoetry  Support the show

    52 min
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Welcome to The Inspired Yogi, your go-to podcast for mindfulness, stress relief, and personal growth! Hosted by Jim the Yogi, a seasoned yoga instructor, registered nurse, Navy veteran, and advid pickleball player. This show dives deep into self-improvement, healthy living, and finding inner peace. Join Jim in sunny Port Charlotte, Florida, as he shares practical mindfulness techniques, guided meditations, and inspiring stories to help you reconnect with your true self. From yoga and plant-based nutrition to mental health and self-discovery, each episode offers actionable tips to reduce stress and live vibrantly. Perfect for anyone seeking wellness, balance, or a healthier lifestyle, One Inspired Yogi is ad-free and listener-supported. Subscribe now for fresh episodes every Tuesday and Thursday, and start your journey to a happier, healthier you!  #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #YogaPodcast #Wellness #StressRelief