Building a Movement: How to Create Community Through Yoga and Wellness with Allie O’Kane | E26

This summer, the powder ridge mountain of Connecticut will be the home of the first annual Transcend yoga and wellness Festival, and today I sat down with Allie O'kane, the creator and founder of this amazing event. Allie shares her inspiring story of pursuing her passion for yoga, holistic healing, and above all helping others. She discusses the challenges of balancing a 9to5 job with her endeavors, her journey with different types of yoga, and bringing her vision for the Transcend Fest to life. Join me as we delve into Allie's transformative journey and learn how she is working towards her purpose.Bio: Allie O'kane is a certified yoga teacher with a passion for holistic healing. After completing her 200-hour training in Vinyasa and power yoga, she went on to gain certifications in reiki and crystal healing. Allie discovered Kundalini yoga and found it to be the perfect fit for her teaching style. Now certified at 500 hours, she focuses on teaching Kundalini yoga and offering astrology readings, crystal healing, and reiki. Always eager to expand her knowledge, Allie continues to seek out new certifications and opportunities for growth in her practice.✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way📍 Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction01:10 - Allie’s Background: Childhood, Education & First Steps02:27 - Navigating College, Early Career, and Discovering Yoga04:31 - Love of Movement: Cheerleading, Yoga, and First Experiences06:25 - Tips for Beginners Starting Yoga07:27 - What Is Kundalini Yoga?08:47 - Moving Energy, Flexibility & Mindset in Yoga09:35 - Allie’s Journey into Reiki & Crystal Healing11:20 - Real Results of Energy Healing12:10 - Exploring Astrology and Allie’s Approach13:35 - Planetary Herbalism & Medical Astrology14:57 - Transcend Fest: What Is It & How It Began16:21 - Classes, Lectures & Unique Offerings at Transcend Fest17:36 - Building Festival, Teamwork & Teacher Community20:57 - Community Impact & Welcoming Newcomers21:31 - Circles, Support Spaces, and Novel Experiences22:24 - Logistical Challenges: Building the Festival & Future Plans24:35 - Purpose: What Does It Mean To Allie?26:42 - Finding True Calling: The Kundalini Shift28:04 - How to Join Allie’s Yoga Courses29:30 - Private Instagram Community & Virtual Classes32:36 - Looking Ahead: Festivals & Goals for 202433:20 - Final thoughts  💡Key TakeawaysIn this episode you'll learn:How to discover purpose through wellnessHow to create a yoga festival in Connecticut How to integrate astrology in holistic wellnessHow to build community and connectionHow to make yoga accessible to beginners How to find and live your purpose  🚀 Start Here If You’re New1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 452. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 483. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39 👥How To ConnectWorkingtowardsourpurpose.comWatch on YouTubeSubstackInstagramLinkedInWTOP MerchFeedback Form WTOP.comConnect with Allie:Follow Allie on IGLearn more about Transcend Yoga and Wellness FestAllie's Kundalini Yoga membership group