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The Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - Rahu, Ketu & the Soul's Journey: Shadows, Destiny & the Call to WholenessSend us a textIn this episode, we explore the profound symbolism of the Rahu–Ketu axis in the birth chart — a cosmic mirror reflecting the soul’s karmic journey from past patterns to future potential. What are these shadow planets really pointing to? How do they map onto the Hero’s Journey, guiding us through discomfort, longing, disruption and transformation?We look at how Rahu and Ketu connect to different inner parts — the exiled, the adaptive, the aspiring — and how this dialogue becomes a path to inner wholeness.We also...2025-07-1049 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - New Moon in ArdraSend us a textIn this deeply reflective episode, we explore the powerful symbolism of Ardra Nakshatra—the stormy star ruled by Rudra, the fierce form of Shiva—whose tears mark the beginning of healing. As the upcoming New Moon in Ardra draws near, we take a closer look at how crisis, tears, and emotional truth can serve as sacred thresholds for personal growth.We weave this with the menopausal journey, not as an ending, but as a pivotal chapter in the Hero...2025-06-2345 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - June TransitsSend us a textIn this episode, we dive deep into the current planetary transits and what they’re asking of us—personally, spiritually, and collectively. From Venus walking through fire, to Mars as the karmic warrior at a Gandanta threshold, to Rahu’s obsession with AI, we explore how these celestial shifts stir up themes of identity, the wisdom of letting go, and the importance of doing real inner work.Whether you’re new to Vedic astrology or deep on your spiritual path, this conversation might just inspire you to see the current planetary chaos no...2025-06-0647 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - RemediesSend us a textToday we are talking about the wonderful remedies Vedic Astrology is giving us in order to "soften the blow" of our impending Karma in this lifetime. From Gemstones to Mantras to focused action, there are many things we can do to strengthen or harmonise the frequency of a certain planet. This is also the last episode in this season, we hope you enjoyed it and will be back after a break with more Vedic Wisdom! If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy cou...2025-05-0952 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - What is your purpose?Send us a textWhat is my purpose in life? This is one of the most common questions we both get from clients and also one of the four basic needs for any human being (according to Vedic Perspective). It is possible to see Dharma quite clearly in the chart of a person. How we do that, is the topic of today's conversation. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F6...2025-05-0249 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - The DashasSend us a textWhat planet acts as our "Midwife" and guides us into this birth, flavouring our whole life with its gifts? What area of our chart is activated at what time? The Dashas tell us the secrets to understanding the quality of time at any given moment. Listen to another episode on the planets with Aoife & myself. And as always- if you have a question then let us know and we are happy to answer it! If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy co...2025-04-2546 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - Sade SatiSend us a textEvery now and then we all undergo an upgrade: Through a period of 7 1/2 years (Sade Sati) we are being forced to shed our old skin in order to emerge with a brand new one. That period is not always easy but through it, we get the opportunity to grow into a better version of ourselves. If you would like to know when you are going through your Sade Sati feel free to reach out to one of us for a reading. And we both love the questions, so please do...2025-04-1836 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - Rahu & KetuSend us a textWhat happens when a demon looses his head? In this episode we are exploring our inner demons through the nodes of the moon - Rahu and Ketu. These two mathematical points are not only responsible for the eclipses but also for our innermost longings and desires, our unconscious cravings and addictions in this lifetime. So, tune in and get to know them both! And as always ... we are both happy to answer questions, so send us a message if you have any! If you are interested in lea...2025-04-1143 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - Venus & JupiterSend us a textJoin us for another celestial chat about the Gurus of the heavenly and earthly realms: Jupiter and Venus. Do you feel as though love is a major theme in your life? Are you feeling called to teach? Maybe these two brightest Planets of the sky have something to do with it... We hope you enjoy this episode - we would love it, if you sent us a message - and please feel free to ask us any questions related to Vedic Astrology, we will try to address it in a...2025-04-0453 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - Saturn, Mars & MercurySend us a textWhy am I bad with business and finances but good at writing stories? What does a motorbike crash have to do with Saturn? And why is it important to feel a healthy anger at times?In this episode on Vedic Astrology, Aoife and myself are exploring these questions and many more.We look forward to connecting with you - please feel free to write us a question or comment and - if you found this episode interesting- a thumbs up too. To connect with me, please use o...2025-03-2841 minThe Little School of HappinessSolar Eclipse & the Beauty of PiscesSend us a textThis is an extra episode I wanted to add because we are experiencing an extremely powerful shift right now and it is beautiful! Not only are there 7 "Planets" in Pisces on that day, but it is also an eclipse AND it is the Vedic new year too! So let's use this energy wisely and make the most of it! What are you letting go of?If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.ude...2025-03-2711 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - Sun, Moon & SaturnSend us a textJoin us for another chat about the planets - Vedic Astrology - Jyotish - is a way of deciphering Karma, recognising who we are within the great stage of the cosmos and how to tread wisely on our path toward wisdom, love and freedom. In this episode we will talk about the Self-Energy and the Ego, the sun's shadow-born son and the luminous moon and his 27 wives. We look forward to connecting with you - please feel free to write us a question or comment and - if you fo...2025-03-2153 minThe Little School of HappinessVedic Astrology with Sandra & Aoife - The BeginningsSend us a textWith Aoife Driver and Sandra Hayes.In this episode we are talking about our personal journey into Vedic Astrology and explain the basic differences to western Astrology and what makes Jyotish so special...We look forward to connecting with you - please feel free to write us a question or comment and - if you found this episode interesting- a thumbs up too. If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?r...2025-03-1442 minThe Little School of HappinessYoga Philosophy - Basic Human NeedsSend us a textWhat actually are our most basic and essential human needs? And what can we do in order to provide ourselves with them? How can we use them to heal old Trauma or shed unconscious conditionings and beliefs we no longer want?The Yoga Sutras - as always - have a few answers for us. If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Yoga P...2024-11-0832 minThe Little School of HappinessYoga Philosophy - Being in a state of flow....Send us a textThe Yoga Sutras give us so much insight and practical advice that is simple and relevant especially for the times we are in now. What is a simple step we can take to quickly achieve a greater state of health and happiness? How do we get into a state of flow - Samadhi? It's so easy, it's literally a child's play....If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F682024-11-0129 minThe Little School of HappinessYoga Philosophy - Body, Energy, EmotionsSend us a textWhat is the connection between the body and the soul? How are emotions linked with the physical body? Why do we practice Asana in the first place?In this podcast episode, I will try and address some of these questions and hope they will shed a little bit of light on them. If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Y...2024-10-2529 minThe Little School of HappinessYoga Philosophy - Forms of FearSend us a textFear is an unconscious force that lies at the bottom of most of our destructive behaviours. It is because of fear that we encounter resistance, aversions and unhealthy desires. To look deeply at our fear can liberate us from them. If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Yoga Philosophy https://www.udemy.com/course/yoga-philosophy-vedic-teachings/?referralCode=0444B77BBBA60A638121 O...2024-10-1824 minThe Little School of HappinessYoga Philosophy - Prerequisites to HealingSend us a textHow can we create a better reality for ourselves?What the pre-requisites are to successful trauma healing or removing of disturbing, unconscious conditionings?Why is joy and emotional well-being so important on that journey?In this episode I will talk about what the classical Yoga text has to say about these things. If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 ...2024-10-1131 minThe Little School of HappinessYoga Philosophy - Interview with David CollinsSend us a textIn this episode you get to listen to my favourite Yoga Teacher, David Collins from https://www.yogavedaliving.com/. We are chatting about the Yoga Sutras and their relevance in our present day. If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Yoga Philosophy https://www.udemy.com/course/yoga-philosophy-vedic-teachings/?referralCode=0444B77BBBA60A638121 Or if you are interested i...2024-10-041h 20The Little School of HappinessYoga Philosophy - Accepting and Letting GoSend us a textThe Yoga Sutras give us a clear instruction on how to deal with life, especially when it gets difficult. How can I deal with difficult emotions, how can I accept the present moment and think clearly even when I am feeling fearful or sad?If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Yoga Philosophy https://www.udemy.com/course/yoga-philosophy-vedic-teachings...2024-09-2722 minThe Little School of HappinessYoga Philosophy - The Importance of TruthSend us a textWhat is Authenticity and why is it so important? To deny our own truth is setting us up on a path of misalignment that can only need to physical or mental imbalances. Listen to what the Yoga Sutras have to say about it. If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Yoga Philosophy https://www.udemy.com/course/yoga-philosophy-vedic-teachings/?referralCode=0444B77B...2024-09-2026 minThe Little School of HappinessYoga Philosophy - What is Yoga?Send us a textYoga is not just a good tool for Trauma Therapy - Yoga IS Trauma Therapy. I will try and explain what I mean with this by going through parts of the classical Yoga Texts. In this episode I will explain first - what is Trauma and why does it concern all of us? If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Yoga Philosophy 2024-09-1342 minThe Little School of HappinessChakra Balancing MeditationSend us a textThis is a 40 minute long, deliciously deep, nourishing and healing Chakra balancing meditation .All you need to do is take 40 min time out of your schedule, turn your phone off and close the bedroom door. Sit, or lie down on your bed, or on the floor and listen to the audio recording. It will guide you through a visualisation - imagery that is designed to activate your inner healing processes and balance your whole chakra system. Please, do try it out - and let me know if yo...2024-09-1039 minThe Little School of HappinessLove & all is coming - Ashtanga Yoga through the eyes of the feminineSend us a textLorenza Capponi and myself are currently teaching different approaches of Ashtanga Yoga in Murnau/Germany. To dispel some myths and misunderstanding about this practice - and to present a more feminine view of it's system - we got together and spoke about some of the aspects of it: From Patanjali to Pattabhi Jois, from Ayurveda to the Chakra System, from youth to menopause, we both hope it will answer a few questions you may have had about this style of Yoga.You can find Lorenza on Instagram (lola.aum) and myself o...2024-07-211h 32The Little School of HappinessAyurvedic Lifestyle - Lifecycles part 2Send us a textTo look at humanity from the Ayurvedic perspective is truly eye-opening. We can understand our different life-phases, races and human fears a little bit better when we apply our Ayurvedic knowledge. It enables a more compassionate view. If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Yoga Philosophy https://www.udemy.com/course/yoga-philosophy-vedic-teachings/?referralCode=0444B77BBBA60A638121 Or...2023-04-2731 minThe Little School of HappinessAyurvedic Lifestyle - Cycles of Life - ChildhoodSend us a textParenting is never easy but looking at our children from an Ayurvedic perspective can make things a lot less stressful. No child is ever the same. Vata, Pitta or Kapha personalities will need different things in order to thrive. Listen to this episode to find out about their unique psychological traits. If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Yoga Philosophy 2023-04-2038 minThe Little School of HappinessAyurvedic Lifestyle - Interview with Dr. Rajvinder KaurSend us a textDr. Raj Kaur is a fully trained Ayurvedic Doctor, working in Dublin. She has been a wonderful support for me throughout my own training and studies and has treated me on a few occasions personally as well. She also wrote the foreword to my book (which will be updated with a 2nd edition very soon) and is just a wonderful person. I am happy to have had the opportunity to ask her a few questions I hope you might find interesting too. Enjoy! You can find Dr. Raj on www.ayu...2023-04-1350 minThe Little School of HappinessAyurvedic Lifestyle - How does Disease develop?Send us a textIn western medicine, the development of Symptoms is the first stage of disease. In Ayurveda, it is the fourth stage. Ayurveda, with its careful observations of any messages from the body, recognises much sooner, when we become imbalanced, so that it is easy to prevent more serious symptoms. If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Yoga Philosophy https://www.udemy.co...2023-04-0636 minThe Little School of HappinessAyurvedic Lifestyle - Causes of diseaseSend us a text"If the body is a self-healing organism, then why do we get sick at all?"As always, Ayurveda has some down to Earth, self-empowering answers to that. But how much of it can we control? How much of it is our Karma? And what even is Karma? These are some of the things I try to address in this episode. Enjoy!If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F3...2023-03-3034 minThe Little School of HappinessAyurvedic Lifestyle - Mind, Elements and DoshasSend us a text"How do I know I have unresolved emotions in my unconscious mind?" and"What can I do to help it?"These are questions I address in this episode, plus an introduction of the five Elements and the Doshas (Ayurvedic Konstitutions). If you are interested in learning more, please look up my Udemy courses on Vedic astrology https://www.udemy.com/course/vedic-astrology-for-beginners-m/?referralCode=9DD1B18F318BC9081F68 Or Yoga Philosophy https://www.udemy.com/course/yoga-philosophy-vedic-teachings/?referralCode=0444B77BBBA60A6381212023-03-2337 minThe Little School of HappinessAyurvedic Lifestyle - Samkhya Part 2Send us a textSamkhya - Part 2 In this Episode we will explore the Philosophical concepts that form the basis of Ayurveda even further and we will discuss the mental processes of the unconscious mind:All of life is a digestive Process.Even our mental process is a type of digestion. We take in impressions through the sense organs, process it in the mind and eliminate the waste products through our organs of action. But sometimes, we cannot complete the mental process and "undigested" impressions (emotions) remain in our unconscious mind. ...2023-03-1635 minThe Little School of HappinessAyurvedic Lifestyle - Samkhya Part 1Send us a textSamkhya - Part 1 In this Episode we will explore the Philosophical concepts that form the basis of Ayurveda. Samkhya is a beautiful branch of Indian Philosophies that describes the evolution of literally everything. It shows how molecules form, how the universe formed as well as how our mind works and our body manifests. It shows that everything is based on the principles of love - the attraction of two opposite forces - and the desire for wholeness and harmony. Once we understand this, we can begin to understand ours...2023-03-0934 minThe Little School of HappinessAyurvedic Lifestyle - IntroductionSend us a textThe body is a self-healing organism. I became aware of this truth after a motorbike accident in 1992. This was a pivotal moment for me that literally catapulted me on to a journey of Self-discovery and healing that eventually brought me to Ayurveda. Ayurveda, like no other science, is based on the premise that the body is an expression of the soul. It is a self-healing organism that continuously is striving toward a state of wholeness and harmony down to every single cell. Once we understand this, we can develop a diffe...2023-03-0231 min