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Presence + Self Acceptance + Confidence = Authenticity 

Over the past decade, I've leaned into what true authenticity really means to me. Yoga has helped me peel back the layers of who I thought I should be to become who I truly am and allow others to see that full expression. However, I have struggled with people pleasing for years and have forgotten who I was in order to fit in. I've always regretted this and over the last few years specifically focused on shining as a bright as possible.

So, tune in as I dive into the t...

How easy is it to crash out when you feel triggered? I know I've been there and honestly have one of the worse tempers, but what I have learned is that saying hurtful things or acting out of pain never gets me to where I ultimately want to be. It drifts me further from what I am seeking, which is authentic connection. Effective communication is a skill that can be developed and improved with practice and is crucial for maintaining strong and healthy bonds. By implementing these tips, you can create more understanding and support within all of your...

Vulnerability is consciously choosing to not hide your emotions and desires from others and is not my strength in this lifetime. I’m not sneaky, but I do keep my cards close to my chest. I don’t like for people to see the full picture of what I am doing because I’m usual afraid that they won’t understand or even worse judge me. But as this venus and mercury retrogrades are in full effect, we’re SHOWING UP differently and I thought I’d share some tips I’ve learned along with pitfalls I’ve experienced as I’ve attempte...

Welcome to Season 2 of the Meeting Your Soul podcast! We back baby!! 

Today's episode is dedicated to my Great Japanese Grandmother, Shino. I found out recently that the hospital spelled her name wrong and that my middle name is actually supposed to be spelled Shino instead of Chino. Shino means resilient, strong and grounded. And oh have I leaned into the grounding practices necessary for me to root into my new life and sense of self. 

Join me in learning about 5 grounding practices that help root you into the here and now taught across disciplines as...

Who doesn't need more love in their lives? Today's episode is all about increasing the flow of love in all that you do, into your being, way of engaging with others and most importantly how to engage with yourself. We talk about how to activate love within your physical, mental and emotional state with specific examples like mantras, wearing the color green (heart chakra), holding rose quartz, and journaling prompts that remove barriers we've placed around our hearts. Tune in and see what tangible tool jumps out at you and be sure to share!

Interested in learning...

Sylvia Hadnot, a multicultural educator, artist, author, systems thinker, thoughtful collaborator, a do-er and a unique and effective leader. With a Master's in Education focused on Anti-Racist and Urban Environmental Education and a slew of life lived, Sylvia brings both traditional academic background and real-world experience into their work. She joins the meeting your soul podcast as a friend, peer and fellow soul seeker. Sylvia and I met many moons ago and have been in each other’s orbit for awhile before recently connecting about sharing the gift of yoga with the younger generations and truly with everyone we me...

The ABCs of Behavior Change™ offers five progressive steps to bring more commitment to the change you want to make and set you up for success:

A – Acknowledge
B – Believe
C – Cultivate
D – Defend
E – Engage
F – Forgive

Listen in for some guiding principles for creating sustainable change with your life! Would you like on going support as you pursue a transition? Check out my website for some tips or set up a consultation on how I support you, www.coachingwithferrah.com

Understanding the Five Stages of Dharma is one of the first things to do to help you understand where your client is at so you can best support them on their unique stage of their dharmic journey.

Here are the 5 stages:

Three Paths to Dharma

The next set of tools to understand are the Three Paths to Dharma because there is no one-size-fits-all approach. This allows you to open up your eyes to see the possibilities for living your dharma, and help your client open up theirs.

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Recognizing the power of my patterns in relationships

Over the last few years, I've delved deep into understanding myself on a deeper level as an individual and most recently within partnerships. I've been extremely focused on area of the heart and how I can heal some core wounds that I didn't even know were still there. Here are a few lessons I've learned about myself as I pursue love on a deeper love: 

1. Don't Make Assumptions 
2. Seek to Understand instead of Respond 
3. Learn Your Attachment Style 
4. Increase Awareness to Change

No o...

 The Pie of Life, or sometimes called the wheel of life, exercise is a popular tool in psychology, coaching, and self-help. The idea originated from spiritual leader, Paul J. Meyer, who created the Pie of Life in the 1960s as a way to help people create goals that supported their overall health.  

The circular shape of the Pie of Life is all about balance. In a fairly-portioned pie, no one slice should be larger than another. But of course, there's always a fight for the larger slice, just as in life, we tend to focus more on ce...

Dharma, your purpose, Blueprint is your plan to fulfill that purpose! The Dharma Blueprint allows for your dharma to expand and evolve. Though your dharma is eternal, its manifestation will change as you get to know yourself and move through life. Your dharma isn’t just one role, project, career or job. It’s the frequency you bring to everything at the table. It’s your energetic signature. It’s your magic cause.

There are five elements of the Dharma Blueprint:
1. Your Dharma Archetype(s)
2. The medium that naturally flows through you
3. What excites you
4...

Empowering Women of Color in Their Breast Cancer Journeys

Marissa Thomas, BSHCA, Co-Founder + CEO of for the breast of us! Marissa Thomas, a dynamic Woman of Color and a visionary leader, was diagnosed with breast cancer at the tender age of 35. This life-altering moment led her to co-found “For the Breast of Us” in May 2019, alongside Jasmine Souers, another resilient breast cancer survivor. Their mission was clear: to craft a sanctuary where women of color battling breast cancer could find resources that speak directly to them, shared by voices they could relate to. When she’s not champi...

Why having fun and truly experiencing pleasure and joy in life is just as important as being productive. Having fun releases dopamine which leads to positivity and can counteract feelings of stress and overwhelm, so it actually has a positive impact on our biological wellbeing. Not making time for pleasurable activities can lead to increased irritability, anger, feelings of depression, and anxiety among other mental and physical health issues. 76% of adults surveyed by the American Psychological Association said stress from politics, race relations, violence and inflation has affected their health. They report experiencing headaches, fatigue, depression, nervousness and exhaustion...

Have you ever been in a situation where you were utterly confused and slightly concerned on how everything was going to transpire? Navigating the unknown can provoke fear and send anyone into a tizzy if they allow the possibility of what if's to spiral into the ether. However, as someone who has always naturally defaulted to worse case scenarios, shifting my focus to what's occurring right in front of me instead of "what could be" removed a ton of pressure of trying to ensure everything goes perfectly to plan. It's not easy, but the practice popularized by Ram Dass...

Please welcome, LEAH ZACCARIA, Entrepreneur, Yoga Teacher, and Author to the meeting your soul pod! I've known Leah for a decade and she's shifted the way I express myself through continuing my own self study through Sendatsu: Next Level Yoga Teacher Training + being a influential mentor within my world. She inspires people to live their truth and to be who they are truly meant to be by embodying that in all she does. 

Leah is an accountant turned entrepreneur.  She was a CPA working in Corporate America for 15 years with a Masters in Taxation.  She went through a p...

Are you feeling stress, unable to sleep, experiencing relationship conflict, chronic anxiety, or even difficulty managing frustration? These are all indications that your nervous system is dysregulated, so here are 5 steps that I follow each time I’m feeling out of whack. 

How to regulate your nervous system based on neuroscience: 

Life has a funny way of working out exactly as it's meant to, but when the intended path shifts into a muddy creek filled with thorn bushes many consider or end up throwing in the towel. Because why not? "This can't be the right way" "I must have made a wrong turn" "If it's not easy, it's not meant to be" "This is hard" are all phrases that have streamed through my mind at various points in my career, relationships and even my own self discovery journey. In the midst of another major transition within my life, I recognize...

This week’s guest is an entrepreneur, non-profit owner, and one that has accomplished more than what most people dreamed of. Zuarel Blue, @ZuarelBlue, host “The Entrepreneur Life” wholeheartedly believes in the power of entrepreneurship and it’s ability to transform lives and communities for the better. Zuarel’s philosophy revolves around supporting small businesses, youth development, and community advancement for a brighter future. Through Entrepreneur Life and Foundational Black America, Zuarel Blue embodies a holistic approach to prosperity and aims to make a lasting impact. Listen in for some of his life lessons and tips on how to grow your...

Have you ever consistently seen 111? or a specific color or animal accompanied with a deep, unshakable sense of peace? You might also have a recurring dream or see a specific symbol or person within your dream. That could be another way your inner world is trying to tell you something. Even experiencing a strong feeling pulling you towards a particular person or location or being pushed away from certain paths in life is a clear sign from the universe. These are all ways that you can communicate with your intuition, but can be a tad overwhelming when you're first...

The technique of metta meditation involves reciting positive phrases toward yourself and other beings. This is a traditional Buddhist practice that has been practiced for thousands of years and has scientifically shown to activate the areas of our brain associated with love and compassion. There are many versions, however they all share the common aspiration of cultivating unconditional positive emotions toward all beings and strengthens connections. After you recite kind phrases toward yourself, you extend that kindness to other people. This allows you to display compassion and empathy towards all.

There are many versions, however they all...

Everyone has struggled with self worth at one point in their life. Whether it after a break up or a time when you felt like you weren't being seen or recognized for your contributions. However, I would have to say that I've learn a few tricks to feel sting of pain and use it as motivation to grow. So, here are my thoughts on self worth and how to always return back to you with love.

Do you.. 

"Over the span of my career, I have sweetly integrated being clinically trained and mystically guided." - Casey Stevens 

Casey supports clients in the pursuit of empowerment, true alignment and wholeness. Hence the reason why this conversation filled me up to my core. Her kind demeanor, playful present and honesty was a breath of fresh air. We began by discussing her childhood, major hurdles she experienced throughout her life, and how she moved into living a more spiritual life. It was an absolute pleasure to chat with her and I hope this convo fills you up with t...

5 tips on how to establish new habits that stick!

1. Keep is minimal: only change one thing at a time! Don't try to revamp your entire life at one. Tackle one change at a time and make it seamless to resist the initial gravitationally pull to do the usual. 

2. Keep it simple + visible: Many people think they lack motivation when what they really lack is clarity. It is not always obvious when and where to take action -- so make that new habit obvious + within your visual field as constant reminder. 

3. Track your habits: Ha...

What keeps you grounded + connected to yourSelf? In today's episode we discuss how to establish daily rituals that support your mental and physical well being and how to notice when your nervous system might be unregulated. I share a few rituals that have been extremely effective for me over the years and how I incorporate them into my daily routine. 

Interested in  a self guided course on creating a lifestyle rooted in confidence, purpose and joy? Try out my 21 days of rituals with soulful yoga classes, calming meditations and journal prompts to encourage self-discovery. 4 meditations, 3 yoga classes an...

Aarde + Stacey joined meeting your soul for a deep dive into wisdom that they wish they could tell their 21-year-old selves! It was a delightful conversation about existential truths, moments of clarity and self acceptance, along with hurdles they overcame as they got to know themselves and how to engage with those who matter most. We all have a story and I'm honored these souls came to share their experiences of growing into their more aware and integrated selves. 

Follow along with their journey on instagram @pnw_stacey + @jdaarde! You can also follow me @ferrahchino, pinterest @ferrahchino o...

Why learning who you truly are creates a ripple effect within your entire life. You don't need to be anyone else, you just need to honor your gifts and unique experiences that make you exactly who you are today. Because who you are is amazing, brilliant and fantastic! XOXO!

Follow along with my personal journey on instagram @ferrahchino, pinterest @ferrahchino or connect with me over email coachingwithferrah@gmail.com.

Overarching themes throughout 2023 shined very bright as I began to reflect on this past year, so I thought I'd share them with all of you: 

1. Communicate from a place of compassion and seeking to understand. 
2. Have fun, but maintain routines to ensure sustainability of both. 
3. Create + maintain empathic boundaries with everyone around me.
4. Take the first step without necessarily seeing the full staircase – have faith + trust in the greater plan at play. 
5. Love yourself throughout the journey 

Read more specific details and noteworthy sentiments on my instagram, @ferrahchino, or look into working...

Listen in for a soulful conversation with Dylan @dylanshaee about her struggles with an ED, finding holistic health and yin, while also embodying the essence of a student in all that she does. I'm immensely grateful for this beautiful human joining me for an honest discussion on how she has arrived where she is today and all of the life lessons and brought her to this point in life. Follow along with her recent move to Hawaii (LUCKY!) and her continued journey of the divine. 

Listen in for three simple steps in creating your 2024 vision board!! It's easier than you think and a fun craft project that you use a reminder about your larger goals and intentions for the upcoming year. 

1. Journal about goals and what you'd like to embody over the upcoming year 
2. Choose your photos on a pinterest board or pulled from old magazines 
3. Create your board with good ol' fashion glue sticks and a poster board -- choose a color that pops! 

Being a sensitive soul increases my ability to empathize with people on a level that would be impossible without a genuine connection. However, this link also creates a passageway for negative energy to move through as well, so creating sturdy boundaries within my mind, body and spirit was essential in protecting my peace. After years of falling into insecurities when someone viewed me in a negative way, I finally recognized the damage it was creating within my heart and mind. So, I thought I’d share a few tips that I used to keep my head on straight when pe...

A beautiful soul joined the meeting your soul podcast this week. Atulya came into my yoga class months ago and after many post-class conversations we fostered a friendship on this crazy journey of life. Her passion, creativity and willingness to go against the grain never ceases to amaze me. During our time together, we discuss her adolescence as an overachiever who constantly surprise her classmates with remarkable projects that wow'd everyone with their unique presentation. No surprise, she ended up at art school and became a designer for a shoe designer for her first position out of college. As...

Like radio waves, spiritual information is constantly being broadcast around us, so it's really just a matter of learning how to tune in to it. And the “Clairs” or “Clear Abilities” are an opportunity to access your intuition to tap into 6th sense often connected with the other five. 

Here are the 5 Clairs:

Clairvoyance = clear seeing: This is when flash visual occurs within someone’s mind's eye, or third eye, much like a daydream. Visual people often choose to be artists, builders, photographers, decorators, designers and so forth. This is often symbolic and...

What are boundaries to you? Are they walls you build to keep others out? Or are they opportunities to be selective in what you allow in so you can show up for those within the walls, including yourself? 

Join Ashley and I as we discuss how hitting the wall of collapse forced us both to reevaluate what was sustainable in our current lifestyles and how creating malleable boundaries created a foundation for self love. Ashley Zimmerman, a somatic therapist + mental health counselor, grew up in Guam with parents that operated humanitarian centers for domestic violence and addiction a...

Who hasn't felt the tinge of pain that follows any major heartbreak? My heart has taken me on some wild rides and in the moment the confusion of "why" consumed my thoughts. More often than not, I allowed the regret of what transcended was my primary focus, instead of the lesson the universe was trying to teach me in order for me to grow. 20/20 hindsight, amirite? So as I've taken time to reflect on the loves of my life and honestly, that hurt that ensued after we concluded, I recognized some themes that has affected my approach to love...

The Four Agreements have shifted my entire life, so I wanted to share the wise words of Don Miguel Ruiz with all of you! Listen for an overview of each agreement and examples of how you can integrate this philosophy into your world. 
 
1. Be Impeccable with your Word: Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the Word to speak against yourself or to gossip about others. Use the power of your Word in the direction of truth and love.
2. Don’t Take Anything Personally: Nothing others do is because of you. What others say...

According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey, about a third of adults overall (32.3%) reported anxiety and depression symptoms in 2023. Nearly half of these adults (49.9%) were between the ages of 18 and 24, 38% were between the ages of 25 and 49, 29.3% were between 50 and 64 and 20.1% were 65+. 6.8 million adults or 3.1% of the U.S. population is affected by GAD and only 43.2% are receiving treatment.
 
Three Tips to Curb Feeling of Anxiety:

1.     BREATH! I spoke about three exercises to try out the next time your mind starts to swirl. They are super simple and easy to incorpo...

In a study completed in Britain, 85% of women reported that they don’t feel attractive and 60% of men said the same. A healthy self-image is easily torn down with social media comparison, beauty magazines and celebrities setting the standard for how all of us “should” look. It’s a toxic cycle that reinforces that we are not enough simply because we don’t have chiseled abs or a muscular physique, which is being pumped into our society as the norm. I have spent years teaching myself to disregard the usual BS most women are taught growing up and event I still ha...

Today’s meeting your soul guest has been to 29 countries, currently serves as a high school counselor in Seoul, Korea and is an absolute gem of a human. Ronnie and I crossed paths many years ago gallivanting around Seattle in the same friend group during our early twenties. His love of adventure and sincere approach to life always made me smile, so I couldn’t be more grateful to have this candid conversation with him about his travels, meeting new people and also how he developed tools to be able to handle life with a more intention and purpose. List...

We're entering Scorpio season, so I thought I'd share a few tips to handle this mysterious shift into fall and the watery depths of Scorpio energy. We can only meet someone where we have gone, so what type of connection have you ventured towards within your own heart and mind, especially when it comes to relationships? This recent solar eclipse invites us to reevaluate our approach to partnerships and scorpio asks us to go further to feel the feels of our past. 

How do you harness this energy for your own self discovery? 

A big thanks to Keith Smith, Holistic Health Coach, Artist, and Clothing Designer for joining me on the meeting your soul podcast. We talked about his journey to incorporating holistic health at a pivotal point of transition which allowed for a drastic improvement within his mental health. After playing basketball his entire life, he was presented with an opportunity for a new start which prompted an evaluation of his entire identity and landed him where he is today. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! 

Want to connect with Keith? Check ou...