Tao of Po Po-Hong Yu
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The Tao of Po is a space for the deep, the real, the raw, and the potentially hilarious and irreverent. In this podcast we explore the magic of life and the beauty of being human. Everything shared here is intended to support you on your soul's journey. Weekly episodes are either solo heart transmissions or real ass convos where guests intimately share their story. Join me as we explore topics that range from healing, energetics, and spirituality, to emotional sobriety, embodiment, and intimacy... and much more. A new episode comes out every Wednesday so subscribe to get notified. To learn more about my work, check out taoofpo.com
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113: Being Yourself is the Best Brand
Being yourself is the best brand.
But many of us carry a block within our bodies that hinders our ability to show up and be heard, seen, and felt as our truest selves. To overcome this, deeper healing and nervous system work around our visibility and voice are essential.
In this episode, I’m diving into the importance of building a brand that reflects who you truly are and how to practice the being and doing cycle (the Yin and Yang) of visibility work to unravel and shed the layers that keep you from embracing your most authentic self and truest purpose. I get into the powerful and foundational Yin work crucial to getting unstuck in your life and work and how surrendering to what is, whether it's anger, grief, or resistance, allows these emotions to move, reducing your suffering and frustration around showing up.
Join me to lean further into this internal visibility work so you can cultivate a calm confidence and sense of safety that allows you to show up as your truest self in the world.
I dive into:
Integrating and embracing different parts of the self to create an authentic & magnetic brand The importance of the being and doing cycle (the Yin and Yang) of visibility Exploring our unconscious patterns of self-dimming The connection between visibility and numbness, disconnection, or anger The role of intuition in embodying your most confident and authentic self And more
“Does Microdosing Work?” by Alicia Munõz: https://www.psychotherapynetworker.org/article/does-microdosing-work/
Listen to Episode 010: How Control Undermines Love with Alicia Muñoz: https://www.taoofpo.com/podcast/010-control-undermines-love-alicia-munoz
Listen to Episode 108: Top 5 Microdosing Misconceptions: https://www.taoofpo.com/podcast/108-top-5-microdosing-misconceptions
Join my FREE 5-day workshop, “Activate Your Authenticity”, May 27 to the 31st: https://pohongyu.ac-page.com/activate-your-authenticity
Connect with me and let’s go deeper:
Website: https://www.pohongyu.com
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112: The Power of Your Voice
Tapping into the power of your voice is essential to your healing & expansion.
In this episode, I explore the transformative power of the voice and its role in healing. I dive into how the (sometimes overlooked) energetics of the voice guide me as a healer, the intimate connection between the vibration of our voice and every aspect of the body, and how the profound practice of voice activation work can help you tap into your voice and connect you to your soul’s calling and authentic self.
Ready to get to the root of why you might be stifling your voice and explore how sound healing can help you embody the fullness of your expression? This one’s for you.
I dive into:
The connection between the voice and trauma, self-expression, resentment & empowerment Exploring the potent practice of voice activation work to tap into the authentic self What the energetics of the voice can teach us about ourselves and each other The most common reasons women stifle their voice Using sound healing to release energetic blocks and overcome visibility wounds And more
Join my FREE 5-day workshop, “Activate Your Authenticity”, May 27 to the 31st: https://pohongyu.ac-page.com/activate-your-authenticity
Connect with me and let’s go deeper:
Website: https://www.pohongyu.com
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111: Asian Visibility and the Power of Psychedelics with Dr. Jennifer Chain
In this episode, Jennifer opens up about her journey and challenges with imposter syndrome and visibility. We dive into her upbringing and Chinese cultural background that shaped her experiences with imposter syndrome and identity issues. From moving across countries to surviving a chaotic & abusive home, she provides powerful insights into breaking free from survival mode and embracing authenticity. We also explore the taboo topic of psychedelics within the Asian community, as she shares her experiences with these medicines and their profound impact on her healing journey.
You don’t want to miss this powerful conversation on visibility, psychedelics, and belonging - join us!
We dive into:
Jennifer’s Chinese upbringing and its impact on her identity Exploring the roles of upbringing, cultural background & identity in imposter syndrome Her time in the troupe, “Theater of the Oppressed” Breaking the “survival mode” pattern Asian visibility & spirituality Her experience with various psychedelics and the importance of having a guide And more Dr. Jennifer Chain is a Licensed Psychologist and the owner of Thrive for the People, a group mental health practice in Seattle, WA. Her practice specializes in working with helpers, givers and fixers who are ready to focus on their own needs and create nourishing relationships. She was born in China and immigrated to the US with her parents when she was a child. Growing up across cultures with an interracial family and struggling with her own mental health concerns sparked her curiosity about psychology. The word psychology comes from the word psyche and the suffix ology, which means “the study of the soul/life.” She felt called to deeply understand people’s souls and the meaning of life. Specifically, she wanted to understand how people overcame challenges, healed their pain, and ultimately transformed through adversity.
Connect with Jennifer:
Website: www.thriveforthepeople.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrive_for_the_people/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065561768188
Join my FREE 5-day workshop, “Activate Your Authenticity”, May 27 to the 31st: https://pohongyu.ac-page.com/activate-your-authenticity
Connect with me and let’s go deeper:
Website: https://www.pohongyu.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/pohong.yu/
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110: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Embracing Authenticity
Imposter syndrome is birthed from a misalignment between our internal and external worlds.
In this episode, I dive into this misalignment between internal self-worth and external success and explore the possible root cause of imposter syndrome in our lives, including the influence of our inner child’s need for attention and love, and the impact of trauma and dysregulation on self-perception. I shed light on the tendency to hide behind masks of confidence and perfectionism, the struggle between seeking external validation vs. cultivating self-love, and recognizing the importance of doing the internal work to align with our truest selves.
Are you willing to shed some of those layers of insecurity and unworthiness to achieve a deeper sense of peace? Join me for this one.
I dive into:
Imposter syndrome: getting to the root Exploring the incongruence between our internal and external worlds Letting go of identity constraints to expand our impact & happiness Hiding behind masks: confidence, perfectionism, the “good-girl” identity, and more External validation vs. self-love Aligning with our truest selves through inner child work & body-centered healing And more
Learn about my Coming Home to You Membership: https://www.taoofpo.com/coming-home-to-you
Schedule a clarity call with me: https://bigredalchemy.as.me/claritycall
Connect with me and let’s go deeper:
Website: https://www.pohongyu.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/pohong.yu/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/pohong.yu/
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109: Finding Herself After Caretaking: Joy Beyond Grief with Kena Paranjape
In this episode, Kena shares her deeply moving experiences with identity formation, belonging, and her complete devotion to her husband amidst his life-threatening illness and eventual passing. We discuss her childhood experiences with rejection and the importance of recognizing and appreciating our parents’ growth and evolution, and we dive deep into the trauma, tension, and surrender of the caretaking journey. Kena shares what it looks like now to navigate new relationships, motherhood, and find joy after losing her husband, and how she has gotten free of her past identities and developed a devotion and commitment to herself.
We dive into:
Kena’s childhood experiences with rejection and self-esteem The evolution of parental relationships and changes in affection and expressions of love How her husband’s illness and many years of caretaking impacted her identity & life The importance of prioritizing surrender and self-care as a caretaker Experiencing grief, relief & an identity crisis after her husband passed Kena’s new level of self-awareness after her Psilocybin and MDMA experience And more Kena Paranjape is the founder of All You Are, an empowerment platform and community for women approaching and in mid-life. In addition to founding All You Are, Kena was the co-founder of recently acquired BRIKA, an innovative retail concept focused on highlighting and supporting emerging artisans and designers. Kena has 20+ years of experience in retail at brands like Indigo, Joe Fresh, and Gap. She was most recently the VP of Merchandising at Seth Rogen's company, Houseplant, where she was responsible for bringing to market their award-winning cannabis accessories collection. Kena is originally from the east coast, and now lives with her seven year old daughter in Toronto. She has a BSc from McGill and an MBA from the University of Toronto. She is the host of the podcast Be All You Are.
Connect with Kena:
Website: https://www.allyouare.ca
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kena_allyouare/
Connect with me and let’s go deeper:
Website: https://www.pohongyu.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/pohong.yu/
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108: Top 5 Microdosing Misconceptions
Are you curious about what it’s really like to microdose psilocybin mushrooms?
In this episode, I’m diving deep into the magic mushroom basics as I share real-life examples of the microdosing experience and some of the biggest myths that might be holding you back from the life-changing potential of this medicine. Ready to learn how microdosing can help you heal from the root and rewire your brain, nervous system, and belief systems paving the way for profound personal growth and behavioral shifts? Join me for this one.
I dive into:
Microdosing 101: what it is & how we do it (and why I deeply love this medicine) Busting the TOP 5 microdosing myths Rewiring belief systems and behaviors through magic mushrooms The relationship between addiction and mushrooms How microdosing can help if you get stuck in functional freeze The role of mushrooms in cycles of death and rebirth And more
Learn about my Coming Home to You Membership: https://www.taoofpo.com/coming-home-to-you
Schedule a clarity call with me: https://bigredalchemy.as.me/claritycall
Connect with me and let’s go deeper:
Website: https://www.pohongyu.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/pohong.yu/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/pohong.yu/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pohongyu/
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