In this inspiring episode, Claire O’ Brien (Honest and Goodness Nutrition) is joined by Rachel Beare, (The Yoga House) to reflect on their experiences in 2024, a year of personal growth, meaningful collaborations and community connections. Together, they explore the transformative power of combining joy and devotion in all aspects of life. From parenting to collaborating to practicing yoga, Rachel shares how infusing joy into acts of devotion creates genuine, positive energy that benefits both the giver and the receiver.
Listeners will hear about the importance of:
Reflecting on who you are in each moment and the energy you bring to your actions.
Avoiding the "shadow side" of service, such as resentment or depletion, which can unintentionally harm those around us.
Transforming self-care, relationships and community through joyful intention and authenticity.
Setting boundaries and saying “no” to what doesn’t serve you in order to foster personal freedom and growth.
Asking simple yet profound questions to ensure your practices are nourishing for both yourself and others.
Embracing mistakes as an essential part of the learning journey.
Rachel also shares her thoughts on what lies ahead in 2025, including her vision for embracing freedom and releasing the need to please others.
With actionable insights and heartfelt stories, this episode serves as a powerful reminder to live with intention, compassion, and joy.
Rachel’s passion for her practice and teaching shines through, offering inspiration for anyone seeking more meaning and peace in their daily lives.
Chapters:
Introduction
Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Growth
Community and Connection in Rural Yoga
The Interplay of Joy and Devotion
Authenticity and Boundaries in Practice
Looking Ahead: Freedom in 2025
Upcoming collaboration:
Join Claire and Beare on February 22, 2025, for a 4-hour workshop focused on understanding and balancing female hormones. This session combines nourishing yoga sequences with actionable insights into hormonal health. Perfect for women, and anyone supporting them, this workshop offers practical tools to boost health and vitality.
Keywords:
yoga, devotion, joy, personal growth, self-care, community, mindfulness, authenticity, transformation, conscious living, energy, teaching, parenting, self-awareness, intention, shadow work, resilience, connection, freedom.
