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Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraOMG, - welcome to the last episode of season 1. For this one we baked up something together. You asked, I answered. So this entire episode is about "WHAT NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT PREGNANCY" - we'll talk sex, judgement and boundaries.Ten months, not nine. That single truth reframes the whole journey, from how we plan to how we forgive ourselves when the calendar and our bodies don’t match. I open up about the quiet math of forty weeks, the social noise around women’s bodies, and the unexpected weight of judgment that can come from other women—often other mothers. Not to blame, but to notice. When we hold impossible standards, we tend to pass the pressure along. The antidote is a string of small choices: a pause before reacting, a clear boundary, a kinder script.We also pull back the curtain on winter pregnancy. Flu season narrows medication choices, congestion stacks with sleepless nights, and “just rest” becomes a puzzle of pillows, humidifiers, and patience. Practical, unglamorous tools suddenly matter: saline rinses, hydration, gentle movement, and sunlight when you can find it. Then the conversation goes deeper into the third trimester, where movement changes shape intimacy. Desire may be present while mechanics say not like that. We talk honestly about adapting: new positions, slower pacing, different settings, and dropping performance goals so pleasure has room to return.At the core is partnership. The kind that doesn’t make your body a battleground or tie self-worth to your response. I share why communication, playfulness, and ego-free listening matter more than any “tip,” and how choosing a true teammate changes everything when life gets complicated. If you’ve ever felt policed, stuck, or alone in these moments, this story offers language, options, and a nudge toward grace. Listen, share with someone who needs the real talk, and if it resonates, subscribe and leave a review so we can keep building this honest space together.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraThe final stretch before birth feels like standing in a calm doorway while a storm gathers far out at sea—quiet, charged, and strangely sweet. I share where my body is at, why I’m unexpectedly in love with this belly, and how a simple ritual of raspberry tea and a protein-rich muffin sets a grounded tone for the day. Your questions guided the flow, turning a solo recording into a warm circle, and that sense of company matters when every kick, cramp, and mood swing starts to speak in a louder voice.We get into the plan for a home water birth and the cues that make a space feel safe: dim light, familiar scent, warm water. My partner surprised me with a trail of salt candles leading to the bathroom, transforming it into a soft, glowing sanctuary. I talk through the five-week due window, the midwife now on call, and the humility of knowing that timing can change the setting—while the deeper practice remains the same. If the path shifts, I’ll carry the ritual with me: breath, softness, presence.The heart of this conversation is mindfulness. Years of yoga supported me less through elaborate poses and more through attention, patience, and the space between feeling and reaction. We share takeaways from an MBSR-inspired prenatal course—pausing when triggered, widening awareness during a surge, and meditating together as a couple to build shared steadiness. These simple tools help separate sensation from story, turning hormone storms into weather I can watch and ride. As we wrap the season and tease a part two, you’ll hear a real-time portrait of late pregnancy: tender, practical, occasionally funny, and deeply human.If this resonated, tap follow, share it with someone who needs gentleness today, and leave a review to help others find the show. Your notes and shares keep this community bright.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraNew year, real talk. We open 2026 by honoring the hard lessons of 2025 and then doing the brave work of defining who we’re becoming. I guide you through a simple, potent practice: release last year’s version of yourself, sketch the person you’re building now, and write down the actions that actually close the gap. No fluffy resolutions—just identity, clarity, and commitments you can keep.We get honest about why change feels heavy. Friends, family, and colleagues often carry an old snapshot of us and project it back like it’s the full picture. I share how to spot those projections without absorbing them, how to set kind but firm boundaries, and how to protect a new identity before there’s “proof.” We talk courage, self-trust, and the power of small, repeatable actions. I also open up about pregnancy, entrepreneurship, and choosing an unconventional path with real support in place—because authorship of your life doesn’t require permission, it requires design.If you’ve been asking bigger questions—Who am I when no one else decides? What would my days look like if I stopped shrinking?—this conversation is your nudge to take the pen back. You’ll leave with a framework for mapping the gap between present you and 2026 you, tools for navigating social pressure, and a renewed sense of wonder at being alive right now. Subscribe, share this with someone who’s rewriting their story, and leave a review to help more people find the show. Then tell me: what’s the first bold step you’re taking today?

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraThe holidays can turn into a performance before we even notice—lists piling up, expectations tightening, and that murmur of “do more” getting louder than any carol. We pressed pause and spoke from a softer place: sick in bed, low on energy, and choosing honesty over perfection. What unfolded is a gentle invitation to treat rest as part of the ritual, not something you earn by crossing off every task. If you’ve been measuring your season by output, this conversation offers another way through.We unpack the noisy “I shoulds” that crowd the mind and look at how easily time becomes a scoreboard. A nod to Momo reframes our relationship with time and urgency, helping us see the costs of rushing. From store-bought cookies to canceled plans, we offer practical, human-scale choices that protect your energy and keep you present. You’ll hear blessings for many kinds of celebrations—small, quiet, and tender, or bright, busy, and full—because softness is a posture, not a performance. Listening to the nervous system becomes the season’s most underrated tradition.Illness stripped our plans back, but it clarified a core truth: worth is not measured by productivity. The holiday doesn’t need to be impressive to be real. If your Christmas looks different than the mood board, that might be the point. We share simple, grounding prompts to help you breathe, set limits with care, and let imperfect moments count as enough. May your cookies be flawed, your presence honest, and your rest guilt-free. If this resonates, subscribe, share this with someone who needs a permission slip, and leave a quick review so more people can find a softer way to celebrate.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraA foggy Sunday turned into a precision tune-up for courage. We start with a simple idea that feels radical in practice: let karma be a comfort, not a threat. From Taylor Swift’s reminder that consequences are real to 50 Cent’s masterclass in timing, we use pop culture sparks to illuminate how everyday integrity actually works when the stakes feel personal and the room gets awkward.I share the quiet tests that matter most: telling a coworker the hard truth, correcting a bad joke without losing your center, and choosing to give back when privilege gives you reach. We break down the difference between reacting and responding, and why emotional intelligence is not softness but accuracy. You’ll hear practical ways to pause in heated moments, hold your boundaries, and still speak with clarity and care.We also talk strategy. Sometimes the right move is to keep receipts, save the draft you don’t send, and wait for the moment when truth can do the most good. This isn’t about revenge; it’s about safety, accountability, and protecting your voice, especially if you’ve been minimized or dismissed. Through it all, we hold one core challenge: let pain make you kinder, not harder. Turn hurt into better choices, cleaner language, and braver acts that keep the air clear for everyone.If you’re ready to name the monster without burning down the room, this conversation is your map. Listen, reflect, and then try one small act of civil courage this week. If it resonates, share the episode with a friend, leave a review, and subscribe so you never miss what’s next.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraStart with a cup of tea and a deep breath—this third-trimester check-in is equal parts cozy, candid, and quietly powerful. I’m celebrating maternity leave and sharing what’s shifting in real time: the way yin yoga’s surrender mirrors pregnancy, how boundaries protect limited energy, and why joy deserves space even when the calendar is full.We explore the paradox of late pregnancy: confidence rising while skin gets thinner. I talk openly about people-pleasing, learning to say no, and finding a steadier rhythm under hormonal weather. There’s delight, too—like dreaming up baby costumes for café adventures, and the simple anticipation of finally seeing his little face. Along the way, I get practical about style, ditching most maternity wear for low-waist jeans sized up, soft knits, and pieces that still feel like me. We also dive into cravings and hormone health, including my shift from long-term vegetarian/vegan eating to reintroducing animal products with intention and good sourcing.At the center is support. I share what it looks like to let help in without guilt: morning assists, dinner made with care, and a partner steady enough to hold space for the messy and the magical. Interdependence isn’t a step back; it’s a standard I hope we all claim—through strong partnerships or a real village. If you’re craving an honest, warm conversation about trusting the process, styling the bump, and raising the bar for how we care for mothers, you’ll feel at home here.If this resonated, tap follow, share with a friend, and leave a quick review. And tell me: what’s the funniest baby costume I should try first?

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraA near-contraction scare, a partner who banned me from the kitchen, and a table of twenty strangers-turned-friends shaped a week that rewired how I think about gratitude, control, and care. From our yoga loft with cake in hand, I unpack the hidden science beneath a warm holiday: why witnessing gratitude—not just giving or receiving it—can deliver a powerful serotonin boost, and how that insight can quietly shift your mood, your relationships, and your daily rituals.We start with a candid Thanksgiving recap: the pressure of third-trimester limits colliding with a host’s perfectionism, the moment I finally handed over the reins, and the shock of everything running smoother when I let go. That softness sets the stage for a practice you can feel, not just think about. I share how a classic gratitude round at the table dissolved awkwardness and replaced it with presence, and what changes when you try to hold people in the fullness of their stories—coworkers, friends, even yourself—before reacting to the friction of the moment.Then we zoom into the brain. Drawing from notes in my Yin Yoga training manual and a memorable Huberman insight, we explore serotonin as the steady-state happiness chemical that gratitude can unlock. The twist: being a witness to gratitude often delivers the biggest lift. This means you can tune your attention—not your schedule—to feel better. I use that lens to explain the tiny surprises and rituals I’m building into the new Yin training, each one designed to make care visible and easy to notice. The extra mile isn’t about spectacle; it’s about creating conditions where kindness is unmistakable.You’ll leave with a gentle weekly assignment: walk with open eyes, witness one act of gratitude each day, name it in your body, and if you can, be the person who shows up first. For a sweet assist, yes, there’s cake—chocolate and peanut butter do nudge serotonin—but the real dessert is the chemistry of kindness. If this resonates, tap follow, share it with someone who could use a lift, and leave a quick review to help more people find the show.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraLeave the gloss at the door—this Thanksgiving, we tell the truth and still set the table with love. I’m hosting twenty friends, testing a dark chocolate caramel apple cake, and building a long, burgundy-and-olive table that feels like a hug. Alongside the menu and the seating chart, I name the complicated history of Thanksgiving, the harm too often skipped at dinner, and why honesty can live beside joy. We can gather, feed one another, and keep the facts on the table without losing the warmth that makes ritual matter.From years of yoga teaching, I’ve learned to hold paradox: valuing a technique while refusing to excuse a harmful figure. That lens helps here. I walk through my planning system—guest lists, dietary notes, timelines, and decor—and how execution became a learned skill, not a personality trait. Organization isn’t about perfection; it’s the scaffolding that lets presence and play show up when the doorbell rings. If you’re hosting, you’ll find practical tips to calm the chaos and create an experience your people actually feel.Then we go deeper than Pinterest gratitude. Real gratitude is somatic; it lands in the body as breath, warmth, and soft shoulders. We talk nervous system regulation, how to stop spiraling when the caramel burns, and a practice I call “dark gratitude”—thanking the hard lessons that reshaped you. Finally, we look ahead with curiosity: can you appreciate the future self you haven’t met yet? If rituals are reminders to remember, this one reminds us to be brave enough to feel. If this resonated, subscribe, share with a friend who’s hosting, and leave a quick review—what are you grateful for that once hurt?

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraGet ready for a salty-sweet deep dive with the one and only Chris Fox — teacher at the largest yoga studio in the world and a human with more ingredients than a Bali smoothie bowl. This episode is part heart-opening conversation, part myth-busting exploration of what it really means to live a spiritual life in 2025.In this episode, Chris Fox brings his wisdom, wit, and genuine openness as we peel back the filters and have a refreshingly honest look at the reality behind paradise — the beauty, the contradictions, the shadow sides, and all the things no one talks about at the beach cafés. Chris also brings his trademark candor and grounded wisdom as we take a more critical lens on the yoga world.This is an episode for anyone who loves yoga but isn’t afraid to question it, who dreams of Bali but wants the truth, and who knows that the juiciest parts of life often live in the cracks where honesty meets humor.Brew something yum, settle in, and get ready for a conversation that’s soulful, spicy, and beautifully real.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraThe candles are lit and the blankets are plush, yet something still feels off when the days get short and the feeds fill with perfect fall scenes. We get honest about the gap between the cozy-season fantasy and the lived reality, and we map out a humane plan for making autumn feel supportive instead of performative. From nervous system care to practical rituals, you’ll hear how small, consistent shifts can carry you through darker months with steadier energy and a kinder inner voice.We start by reframing what “cozy” can mean when life is full and the pace refuses to slow down. Think sticky notes by the weekly planner that whisper “breathe,” quiet phone-free mornings, and intentional date nights that anchor your week. We share a Stockholm weekend story, comfort-bake peanut butter cookies, and reflect on a fast-moving pregnancy that turns time into something sacred. Along the way, we talk physiology in plain words: moving from summer’s hustle to autumn’s rest-and-digest, why digestion and mood respond to pace, and how to build a routine your body can trust.Then we get tactical. A firm no-text-your-ex rule to protect your peace. A winter schedule with soup days, bath rituals, and self-dates that romanticize life without the crash of unrealistic expectations. Movement as medicine to burn off stored stress and make rest land deeper. And if loneliness creeps in, we choose connection on purpose: reach out first, propose the plan, and let community be something you build, not something you wait for. Expect warmth, candor, and a toolkit you can use tonight.If this sparked something, tap follow, leave a quick rating or review, and share it with a friend who needs a softer fall. Your notes and reposts help us bring more grounded, heart-forward conversations to your queue.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraWhat if sexual energy wasn’t a performance or a problem, but a daily, human current running through how we taste, notice, and move? I open up about tears, third-trimester honesty, and a years-long journey of unlearning shame to name something bigger: our culture leaves men with few healthy guides to hold sensual power with care. Between the puffed-up macho act and the “safe” guy who goes numb, where’s the grounded middle—confident, ethical, and emotionally present?We trace sensuality beyond the bedroom into ordinary life: sunlight on skin, the bite of ripe fruit, the way presence changes how we meet the world. I share gratitude for feminist pathways that helped many women reclaim agency and embodied confidence, and then ask the hard question—where are the mentors, communities, and stories that help men develop consent literacy, somatic awareness, and respectful desire without shame or bravado? We examine how caricatures of masculinity lead to harm or hollowness, and we sketch a third way built on boundaries, attunement, and accountability.This conversation is part confession, part invitation. I talk about the fears and hopes of raising a son who can access sensual aliveness without turning it into control, and I ask for your lived examples: Who models healthy male sensuality? What practices build safety and depth at the same time? If you’ve seen this done well—or struggled to—your voice matters. Listen, reflect, and then share your story. If this resonates, follow the show, send this to a friend who’ll have thoughts, and leave a review with the best example of grounded sensual power you’ve witnessed.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraWhat if self-love isn’t a bathtub but a skill you practice every day? We open up about the messy, beautiful work of moving from anxious self-doubt to grounded self-trust, and how that shift changes friendships, romance, work, and the tiny rituals that shape a life. You’ll hear how a yoga teacher training sparked a wider definition of love—less clinging to one person, more letting many mirrors reflect your worth—and why that clarity led to friendship audits, firmer boundaries, and a circle that gives more energy than it takes.We talk about leaving the comfort of familiar patterns without abandoning gentleness. The method is small, brave reps: do the thing you secretly want, survive the discomfort, and bank the proof. That might look like buying the quad you thought wasn’t “for you,” setting a glass of water by your bed as a daily act of care, or building a five-minute incense-triggered meditation. Creativity returns to the table through baking and playful rituals that romanticize ordinary moments, not as escapism but as design. Along the way we revisit Erich Fromm’s idea that love is active—chosen, practiced, communicated—and apply it to how we show up for ourselves and each other.We also go candid on pleasure. Many of us learn sex through the male gaze and stick to habits that “work” but don’t satisfy. Pleasure literacy—mindful exploration, clear yes and no, cycle awareness—builds confidence far beyond the bedroom. It’s the same muscle as setting boundaries and asking for what you need. If you’re craving practical inspiration to stop people-pleasing, to design rituals that steady you, and to treat love like a verb, you’ll feel at home here.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a gentle push, and leave a quick review to help others find us. Your words help our little fun death club grow.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraA flaky, buttery croissant, a pile of your questions, and a reveal that made our whole table cheer—this conversation dives straight into the tender, complicated heart of choosing motherhood. I share how a quiet, steady intuition coexisted with an unplanned pregnancy, why I refused to have a baby with anything less than a hell yes partner, and how my childhood shaped the standards I set for time, care, and shared emotional labor. If you’ve ever wondered how to tell readiness from pressure, or how to separate your truth from everyone else’s expectations, this one will meet you where you are.We explore the messy, human side of pregnancy emotions too. Three waves of unexpected sadness—over an empty butter shelf, a baby panda’s odds, and a guest list—taught me how hormones can hijack a day and how naming the feeling can set you free. I talk openly about the peace that surprised me when the test turned late this time, and how Cree’s steady presence made the responsibility feel shared, real, and safe. We also linger on small joys I can’t wait for in year one: warm snuggles, the sweet scent of a tiny head, and the quiet healing of skin-to-skin.Then there’s the dream we want to pass on—fields, woods, moss huts, and a childhood rich in wonder. I want our home to be a place where nature teaches patience, curiosity, and care. And yes, we end with a croissant gender reveal: vanilla cream, one bite, and a bright, happy truth. Boy mom. Little cornetto on the way. Whether you love reveals or roll your eyes at them, you’ll hear the gratitude in my voice and the care behind every choice we’re making. If this story moved you, hit follow, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review—your words help others find our little corner of joy.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraWhat if the most grounded version of you appears when the labels fall away? Sitting at Maria’s kitchen table—with baby clothes nearby and a cardamom bun between us—we explore how a founder, student, teacher, and mother allowed roles to loosen so something deeper could surface: steady presence in the middle of a sleep regression and a life pause.Maria takes us back to Bolivia, where a near-death fall dissolved time and lit up a fierce love for living. The ledge that caught her body reoriented her soul. Recovery brought surgeries, trauma, and sleepless nights, but also a lifelong devotion to sleep science and nervous system regulation. We break down how rest is invited, not forced: why alpha to delta shifts matter, how the glymphatic system “washes” the brain, and why a vigilant amygdala and shaky hormones make everything feel harder. Then we get practical—micro habits that anchor under stress, a single grounding visualization, and the small daily rituals that become traits.We also challenge the glow of the screen. Blue light is only part of the problem; your phone smuggles your whole world into bed. Learn how evening swipes steal tomorrow’s energy and why those first five minutes after waking are prime time to train your attention, not outsource it. Ten minutes of Yoga Nidra can refuel fragmented nights. And beyond the biohacking, we widen the lens: a “mass insomnia of the soul” where we skip wintering and wonder why dreams fracture. Especially for women, seasonality matters; integration is not idleness—it’s wisdom. Sometimes the bravest creative act is to stop, let the nervous system downshift, and allow the next chapter to ripen.If you’re tired, in-between, or quietly rebuilding, this conversation offers science, story, and soft structure to support you. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs rest without guilt, and leave a review telling us one small ritual you’ll try tonight.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraCinnamon in the air, glitter on the table, and a pumpkin-sized secret I’ve been waiting to share—this one feels like opening the door to a warm room after a long walk in cold wind. I’m owning the late return with an apology you can taste: chai-spiced cream on moist pumpkin muffins, plus a new home for our recipes and conversations at saltybakeclub.com. From there, the story widens—two yoga teacher trainings that refueled my faith in community, the magic of groups that don’t match the weather, and the surprising power of pop to switch joy back on when life feels heavy.I talk about what it means to love what you love loudly without falling into “good vibes only” denial. Joy, here, is a practice: glitter hunts across nine shops, singing in the car, and giving yourself permission to be a little witchy in October. Then we shift into the reveal I’m still processing out loud: I’ve been baking more than muffins. I’m 23 weeks pregnant, the baby is roughly the size of a small pumpkin, and I’m carried by a support net that makes courage easier—my partner, Cree, our midwife, and this community that keeps showing up with curiosity and care. We explore what will change, what won’t, and how to keep teaching, baking, and creating without dimming the light.There’s also a peek at what’s coming: a favorite interview already recorded, a solo episode shaped by your questions, and the first recipe going live on the new site. If you’ve ever felt torn between honoring the world’s weight and celebrating your own small happiness, this conversation offers a practical middle path—cinnamon, self-acceptance, and a little sparkle that refuses to apologize. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs warmth, and leave a review to help others find our cozy corner. Tell me what you want to know next so we can craft the next episode together.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraEver wonder why you feel disconnected despite being constantly surrounded by people? This week, I explore how service to others creates the deep roots of connection we're all yearning for.Between teaching yoga and receiving your heartfelt messages, I've been reflecting on what truly brings meaning to our lives. The answer isn't complicated, but it challenges our default settings: service beyond self is where true fulfillment lies.I dive into the fascinating etymology of "persona" (literally meaning "mask") and how our personalities aren't who we are—they're who we've practiced being. Through tiny habit changes, we can transform who we show up as in the world. This goes far beyond yoga philosophy; quantum physics confirms we're more energy than matter, all interconnected beneath the surface.Most provocatively, I explore how even our insecurities can be manifestations of ego. That constant worry about what others think? It's still self-centered thinking, just disguised as concern for others. True service comes from a place of genuine care without expectation of recognition or personal benefit.Before I take my summer break to upgrade our podcast equipment, I challenge you to find one small way to be of service—not to feel good about yourself, but to genuinely contribute. Whether walking shelter dogs, helping at a homeless center, or creating service opportunities at work, these actions create the root networks that connect us all.Join me on this journey of service and storytelling. Share your experiences, reflect on your intentions, and I'll be waiting to hear all about it when we reconnect in September. Your time and attention mean everything to me—thank you for being part of this community.See ya in September xx, -S.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraHave you ever felt like your life is so magnificently full that there isn't a second left to spare? When days fly by like flowers in the wind and you're teetering on the edge of overwhelm?This episode dives into the concept of "tiny anchors" – those small, sustainable habits that keep us grounded during life's most intense periods. Recording between sessions of leading a 200-hour yoga teacher training, I share how I've abandoned the pursuit of perfect, Instagram-worthy morning routines in favor of micro habits that actually stick.Drawing wisdom from James Clear's "Atomic Habits," I explain how habit stacking transformed my approach to daily routines and share three specific micro habits that currently maintain my sanity: a morning hot beverage ritual that fills me with comfort, an evening tea practice with my treasured pottery mug that signals my brain to wind down, and a weekly "high-low-lesson learned" reflection that builds gratitude and presence.These tiny anchors might seem insignificant individually, but collectively they create the foundation that allows me to navigate demanding seasons without losing my center. Rather than aspiring to unrealistic three-hour morning routines, these humble practices honor what's actually sustainable long-term.What micro habits keep you grounded when life speeds up? Share your own tiny anchors and join our growing Salty Bay Club community where we're exploring how small, consistent choices create meaningful transformation.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraRaw, unfiltered, and surprisingly sweet - just like a perfect cookie. This episode dives deep into the messy reality of modern dating and the transformative power of genuine love.From dating disasters to profound realizations, I'm sharing the unvarnished truth about my journey through hookup culture, relationship game-playing, and the ultimate discovery of what makes love actually work. Remember that guy who refused oral sex because I wasn't completely hairless? Or the countless dates where I felt like a one-woman talk show host desperately trying to extract basic conversation from emotionally unavailable men? These experiences might make you cringe, but they were essential stepping stones to finding authentic partnership.The path to my current relationship wasn't linear - it required seven years of intentional singlehood, therapy, and the courage to face my own patterns. I've come to understand that true love isn't about finding someone to complete you; it's about creating a powerful triangle between two whole people and the love they nurture together. Safety that allows vulnerability, trust that eliminates doubt, and that essential spark of mutual curiosity form the foundation of relationships that actually last.What I've learned contradicts much of what society tells us about love. The greatest revelation? You must know how to be a lover, not just desire to be loved. As Erich Fromm wisely noted, many want to receive love but few are prepared to consistently give it. Whether you're navigating the dating scene, healing from heartbreak, or nurturing a long-term partnership, this episode offers both comfort and challenge. Because finding your person isn't just about luck - it's about becoming the person worthy of the love you seek.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraWhen a former Red Bull executive and a lifelong yoga practitioner join forces, the result is nothing short of magical. This intimate conversation between Katharina and Sarah reveals the extraordinary journey behind Trees and Stories, their yoga teacher training school that has transformed over 100 lives in just six years.The chemistry between these two teachers is immediately apparent as Sara welcomes Katharina with a specially crafted dark chocolate apricot pistachio cake—a sweet symbol of Katharina's depth and rich personality. As they reminisce about their first meeting and subsequent partnership, we witness how seemingly random connections can become life-changing collaborations.What truly sets their approach apart is their commitment to authenticity. Unlike the standardized, PowerPoint-driven teacher trainings that dominate the industry, Katharina and Sarah take their students outdoors to connect with nature and ancient wisdom. "We are not ordinary people," Katharina explains. "If you're looking for the ordinary, we might not be your choice—and that's absolutely okay."Katharina's journey from corporate powerhouse to yoga studio owner offers a compelling narrative about following your heart despite the risks. Her experience managing major brands like Red Bull and Coca-Cola gave her the organizational framework to handle the unglamorous aspects of running a yoga business—from bookkeeping to buying toilet paper—while maintaining her teaching passion.The conversation takes a profound turn when they discuss how yoga helped Katharina recognize her body's stress signals before reaching burnout. This lived experience now informs her somatic yoga teaching: "I truly believe that I can teach somatic yoga because I've been through that."Perhaps most striking is the synchronicity of their partnership—evidenced by the remarkable discovery that Sara's new home is the very farmhouse where Katharina spent her childhood with her horse. These meaningful coincidences only strengthen their belief that their connection transcends ordinary business partnerships.Ready to experience their unique approach to yoga teacher training? Discover why their students describe feeling part of something special—a true sangha where differences are celebrated within a unified spirit.Check out what we built together: This is out Baby <3

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraBrace yourself for some crunchy granola bar wisdom as we dive into one of life's most challenging ingredients: accountability. Unlike last week's fluffy raspberry cake, today we're serving up something that might seem dry but is absolutely packed with nutrients for your personal growth.Accountability creates trust—it's that simple. Yet so many of us struggle with consistently showing up, following through on commitments, and being honest when we fall short. Why? We trace this pattern back to our origins as natural narcissists (a survival mechanism for babies) and examine how insecurity, privilege, and modern life have created a perfect storm for flaky behavior. The result? Relationships that lack deep trust and communities that feel increasingly disconnected.Drawing from personal experience and years of observing these patterns, I share how I transformed from someone unreliable in my early twenties to someone who values and embodies accountability. This journey wasn't easy—it required developing emotional intelligence to recognize when feelings were sweeping me away and learning to take ownership before being called out. The discomfort we feel when confronting our flakiness is precisely where growth happens.Ready for your Salty Bake Club homework? It's time to write a message to someone you've failed to show up for, and to explore your own patterns in a letter to yourself. Remember, showing up isn't about being flawless; it's about radical honesty with yourself and others. And if you're feeling inspired to make your own neatly packaged granola bars while pondering these tough truths, send me a message for the recipe!

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraEver felt a yearning so deep it aches? A longing for something that hasn't yet manifested but feels somehow written into your bones? You're not alone.This episode of the Salty Bake Club opens with a message from a listener that cuts straight to the heart: the universal struggle of feeling unrooted, searching for home, and longing for a sense of belonging. Sara Grace vulnerably shares how these words could have been pulled directly from her own journal during a tumultuous period when she felt swept away in life's washing machine, disconnected from stability and doubting her own instincts.What makes our deepest longings so sacred? Drawing from Sue Monk Kidd's "The Book of Longings," Sarah explores how desires that form from the marrow of our existence aren't random—they're holy guideposts. "God bless the largeness inside me, no matter how I fear it." These words become a touchstone for embracing rather than fearing the magnitude of what we wish for.The path to manifesting our heart's desires requires a delicate dance between seemingly contradictory forces. On one hand, we must actively participate in creating change—shocking statistics reveal that 85% of people globally feel unfulfilled in their jobs, largely because comfort is chosen over growth. Yet simultaneously, we must cultivate the discipline to sit quietly with our longings, allowing all the accompanying emotions—hope, fear, grief—to move through us without resistance.Have you noticed how the words "longing" and "belonging" are connected? Perhaps our deepest yearnings are ultimately what guide us toward our rightful communities. In a culture that teaches isolation, sharing our unfiltered truths creates bridges of authentic connection.Ready to honor your holy longings? Join our community of seekers who are learning to trust the pathway, however winding, toward what their hearts truly desire. What are you deeply yearning for right now?

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraHave you ever felt disconnected from your body? That sense of living entirely in your head, caught in a cycle of productivity, discipline, and intellect? You're not alone. In this deeply personal episode, I explore how modern life has trapped many of us in what I call the "Athena mind" – that intellectual, wisdom-driven headspace that society rewards but that slowly distances us from our natural, magical selves. After years of building my yoga teaching practice and entrepreneurial skills, I realized that my dedication to discipline and growth had inadvertently pulled me away from the embodied wisdom and cyclical awareness that once guided me.Spirituality isn't about crystals or chanting (though there's nothing wrong with either!) – it's about remembering our place within nature's patterns. It's recognizing, as Brené Brown beautifully states, "that we are all inextricably connected by something greater than us." That connection doesn't need a religious label to be powerful; it simply needs our attention and devotion.I share practical ways to bridge this gap: how yoga reactivates neural pathways numbed by trauma, how simple daily rituals create touchpoints with our deeper selves, and how working with archetypes can mirror aspects of our psyche we've forgotten or repressed. My own ritual of reflecting on astrological archetypes during new and full moons became a profound mirror that helped me navigate years without a permanent home – and it's a practice I'm recommending and recommitting to now.Join me on this journey back to your intrinsic nature. Whether you consider yourself spiritual or skeptical, there's magic in reconnecting with the animal wisdom your body already holds. What rituals might help you remember?

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraRecorded at 1:26 AM from the car after a delayed flight home, this raw and unfiltered episode offers a glimpse into the messy, beautiful reality of expectations versus experiences. Fresh from two weeks away—first sailing with my lover for a complete nervous system reset, then attending a yoga retreat in Greece—I share how my quest for relaxation led me somewhere completely unexpected. The retreat, focused on embodied flow and Greek mythology, literally took us into Pluto's Cave where Persephone descended to the underworld. While the facilitators were phenomenal, I found myself struggling with an unexpected challenge: holding back my own abundant joy to make space for the pain and suffering others were processing.As someone accustomed to creating and holding space for others professionally, I unconsciously slipped into facilitator mode instead of fully participating. When another attendee commented on how quiet I was, it struck me deeply—this wasn't my natural state at all. Had I dimmed my light too much? Where's the balance between holding space and taking space?Perhaps most surprising was discovering how much I missed home. Having spent most of my life comfortable with leaving and traveling independently, I've recently created a true home with my partner that pulls me back with unexpected force. This new foundation has transformed my relationship with travel in ways I never anticipated.Though the retreat didn't deliver the nurturing experience I'd sought, it offered different medicine—revealing shadows and aspects of myself that might otherwise have remained hidden. Sometimes we need to visit those underworld places, stir the pot, and sit with discomfort before we can fully celebrate being alive. What are you discovering about yourself in unexpected places? How do you balance making space for both joy and pain?

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraHappy 10th episode, Salty Bake Club! To celebrate this milestone, I've baked us a cake and served up something different - a raw, unfiltered look at the woman behind the microphone.When I launched this podcast, I wasn't sure anyone would listen. I simply knew I needed a space where I wouldn't be confined to the boxes people put me in - not just the yogi, the baker, or the traveler. This is my happy place where I can be both fire and doubt, where truth gets messy and is always sprinkled with salt.Today's episode, "The Truth Is," reveals what's behind the curtain. I share how frustrating it feels to be put in boxes and my strong urge to shatter those limitations. I open up about the loneliness of building a yoga community where most people only show up when it's easy or free. Perhaps most vulnerable is my admission about the risks I take speaking my truth on topics like Palestine and patriarchy, knowing there could be real consequences. And despite talking about vulnerability regularly, I confess that it feels physically awful - like standing outside my body with a racing heart - a sensation that practice doesn't eliminate.I also explore my complicated relationship with capitalism's idea of success, the unseen discipline required to teach yoga without diminishing sacred teachings, and my ongoing journey to surrender control when life inevitably changes my plans.This episode is messier, softer, and maybe even more authentically me. I invite you to join this ripple effect by sharing your own truths - not the Instagram-worthy ones, but those you hold close to your chest. DM me or use #saltytruth, and I might read them in future episodes. After all, we're just getting started.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraCompassion over comprehension. These words echo throughout this deeply moving conversation with my dear friend Ilav about staying engaged with the humanitarian crisis in Palestine when it's easier to look away."I cannot not look," Ilav repeats throughout our discussion, describing how she channels the pain of witnessing suffering into action. As the daughter of political refugees from Iraq, she shares her lifelong connection to Palestine and why she feels compelled to keep her heart open despite the emotional toll.We explore what those of us in positions of privilege can actually do to help. From boycotting specific brands (McDonald's, Starbucks, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, SodaStream) to following journalists reporting from Gaza, there are concrete actions we can all take. Ilav recommends trustworthy Instagram accounts that provide verified information about which companies to avoid and how to get involved in meaningful ways. I have linked all the resources we discussed for you by the end of this text.Perhaps most poignant is our discussion about teaching children about difficult realities. Ilav shares how she approaches these conversations with her five-year-old son, gradually introducing concepts while emphasizing love and unity rather than hate. "We need more love, we don't need more hate," she reminds us, highlighting that many Jewish people stand in solidarity with Palestinians.We also challenge the "good vibes only" culture that has permeated wellness spaces. True connection comes from being willing to engage with hard topics and staying present for uncomfortable conversations—whether in our personal relationships or our relationship with the wider world.As we conclude, we remind listeners that our shared humanity transcends borders and identities. "Until the people in Gaza aren't free, none of us is free," Ilav says, emphasizing that compassion doesn't require complete comprehension of a complex situation. I'd love to hear how this episode resonates with you—share your thoughts and join this crucial conversation.HERE ARE ALL RESOURCES AND ACCOUNTS WE SHARED IN THIS EPISODE:The App we talked about is called Boycat - It shows you which brands support this war in going on and HOW they are involved in it. They also show suggestions of alternative Brands that you could use instead.Instagram Accounts Ilaf suggests: JEWISHVOICEFORPEACE https://www.instagram.com/jewishvoiceforpeace?igsh=cWN0a2tyeTJ5ZmtxMORTAZ_AZAIZA https://www.instagram.com/motaz_azaiza?igsh=dTFhdjJsN2ZweDRnART_OF_RIOT https://www.instagram.com/art_of_riot?igsh=aHNqb2oybDc0cjZ4WIZARD_BISAN1 https://www.instagram.com/wizard_bisan1?igsh=MWh4bDdwZzhqODl5dw==HIND KHOUDARY https://www.instagram.com/hindkhoudary?igsh=MWdtdGx3ZDQ5bTg4bg==

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraHave you ever felt that magical sensation of being truly connected with someone? That rare moment when you're completely yourself, without performance, without masks? In this deeply personal exploration of intimacy, we dive into what creates genuine connection in our relationships, and how society's emphasis on performance actually prevents us from experiencing the very thing we crave.Many of us confuse intimacy with sex, but they're not synonymous. You can have sex without intimacy, and intimacy without sex. The fascinating statistics tell the story: only 25% of women orgasm regularly during intercourse, but that number skyrockets to 80% when emotional intimacy is present. The science behind this is equally compelling—the clitoris contains 8,000 nerve endings (compared to 4,000 in the penis), making it a neurological masterpiece that responds uniquely for each person.Our community shared what makes them feel truly intimate with others: emotional safety, trust, feeling seen, and being understood. These aren't automatic in relationships—they require vulnerability, which as Brené Brown reminds us, "is not weakness; it is our most accurate measure of courage." When we drop the performance and embrace our authentic selves—messy parts included—we create space for the deep connection we all crave. So grab that cup of tea, get comfortable, and join us for a conversation about the courage it takes to be truly intimate.Share your experiences with intimacy in the comments—I love hearing your stories and knowing this podcast is creating meaningful conversations in your life!

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraDive deep beneath the surface of your emotional layers in this vulnerable exploration of what happens when we finally allow ourselves to feel. Drawing from personal experience, I share my journey from emotional armor to authentic connection, revealing how hyper-independence became my shield after heartbreak and the painful yet necessary process of dismantling those walls.What would happen if we stopped intellectualizing our emotions and instead honored them as physical experiences living in our bodies? Science confirms what many of us sense intuitively—suppressed emotions don't simply disappear but accumulate like unpaid bills, eventually manifesting as stress, illness, and disconnection. While most adults can only name three or four emotions, researchers have identified at least 27 distinct emotional states that blend together like colors, creating the rich tapestry of human experience.This episode offers practical guidance for expanding your emotional vocabulary beyond "tired," "stressed," or "okay," introducing tools like emotion wheels and mood meters that can transform your self-awareness and relationships. We explore the critical distinction between emotions and thoughts, the connection between trauma and physical sensation, and why feeling safe is essential for healing. Whether you're working through past wounds or simply seeking deeper connection, consider this your permission slip to be fully human—to cry, dance, shake, or scream—whatever allows your authentic self to emerge. Remember, you're not too much; you're beautifully, perfectly imperfect, just like the rest of us. Ready to peel back those layers and discover what's been waiting underneath?

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraWhat happens when a decade-long yoga teacher takes a hard look at her own industry? Brace yourself for some uncomfortable truths about Western yoga.From my teaching space in Austria's yoga loft, I'm serving up this episode with a side of birthday cake and a heavy dose of honesty. Yoga—this practice I've devoted my life to—has become a complex love-hate relationship as I've watched it transform from ancient spiritual tradition to Instagram-worthy commodity.Let's get something straight: yoga comes from Hinduism, not Buddhism, and it means "to yoke" or create connection. While science confirms why yoga feels so good (those magical myokines flooding your brain!), the Western yoga industry—projected to reach a staggering $288 billion by 2034—has often stripped away yoga's sacred roots and repackaged it in expensive leggings.As a white Western woman teaching yoga, I acknowledge my role in this problem. I've watched countless teachers pass on perfectionism rather than liberation, creating mini cults of personality instead of honoring the tradition. When we dress up cultural appropriation in spirituality without accountability, we perpetuate harm. Meanwhile, the power dynamics in yoga spaces have led to widespread abuse that rarely gets addressed.Teaching yoga isn't just about crafting the perfect sequence; it's about having the capacity to hold space for trauma, vulnerability, and transformation. That's why my teacher trainings focus on developing authentic teachers who honor yoga's lineage while making it relevant to modern life.Despite all its contradictions, I remain in this messy industry because yoga's magic lies in forming connections deeper than our minds could create alone. The practice has shaped who I am, and I'm committed to sharing it with the reverence it deserves.Want to continue this conversation? Share this episode with a fellow yoga enthusiast or teacher and let me know your thoughts. Then join me next week for another serving of Salty Bake Love!

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - Sara"Hormones are the ego." This powerful statement from hormone expert Pauline Giselle captures the essence of our conversation about the profound yet often ignored connection between hormonal cycles and every aspect of a woman's life.Pauline shares her remarkable journey from aspiring doctor to hormone health advocate after discovering the devastating gaps in conventional medical education regarding women's health. After years of suffering from debilitating menstrual symptoms and depression while on hormonal birth control, she experienced a transformative awakening upon learning about the four distinct phases of the menstrual cycle – knowledge that had somehow eluded her despite extensive pre-med studies.We dive deep into how society has forced women to operate within a male-centric "24-hour cycle" world while ignoring our natural moon-based rhythms. This disconnect creates unnecessary suffering as women attempt to maintain consistent energy, emotions, and productivity throughout their monthly cycle – an expectation that works against biology. Instead, Pauline teaches how embracing each phase (menstruation/winter, follicular/spring, ovulation/summer, and luteal/autumn) allows women to optimize their health, relationships, and effectiveness in all areas of life.The conversation takes a stunning turn when discussing hormonal birth control's far-reaching impacts – from decreasing clitoris size by 20% to altering sense of smell (affecting partner selection) and disrupting gut health. We explore how environmental factors like plastics, synthetic clothing, and fragrances disrupt hormones, while emotional patterns manifest as physical symptoms in conditions like endometriosis and PCOS.Whether you're experiencing painful periods, struggling with hormonal imbalances, or simply curious about harnessing your natural rhythms for greater well-being, this episode offers life-changing insights about reconnecting with your authentic self through cycle awareness. Ready to discover who you really are beyond synthetic hormones and societal expectations?MORE RESOURCESFind Pauline's treasure chamber of Recoures, including Workshops, Masterclasses, and an e-book (which I personally LOVE!) RIGHT HEREFollow Pauline on Instagram & if you are in the Yoga Game, I made a 10h course that guides you through asana & practical knowledge around these 4 CYCLE PHASES we talked about on the podcast.  ( the course material is in German)Here is my 10h Yoga Course

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraThe invisible system we've all been breathing our entire lives shapes everything from our love relationships to who gets silenced in society. Patriarchy isn't some abstract concept relegated to history books; it's an active force keeping women pinned down while simultaneously teaching men to swallow their emotions and vulnerability.What happens when we define this omnipresent system that feels as natural as air? Through powerful analogies like "the boot on a woman's neck," we explore how patriarchy persists despite advances in women's rights. From conservatives who deny the problem exists to well-meaning allies who try not to alienate those with power, various perspectives keep this system firmly in place. The deeply personal impacts range from workplace discrimination to sexual violence, with shocking statistics revealing that one in three women experience sexual assault in their lifetime.Yet this conversation goes beyond women's oppression to examine the "silent depression of men." With over 75% of suicides in America being male, we unpack how patriarchal expectations create isolation, emotional suppression, and dependency. The most powerful men aren't those performing strength but those brave enough to embrace vulnerability. Whether you're someone who experiences misogyny firsthand or someone looking to be part of the solution, this episode invites you to examine the air we're all breathing and take courageous steps toward change. Share your experiences, challenge harmful norms in your circles, and remember that fear isn't weakness—it's the raw material of courage. Join us as we work toward liberation from systems that limit all of us, regardless of gender identity.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraEvery friendship constellation is unique. Just like my compost cookies—filled with seemingly mismatched ingredients that somehow create something magical—our closest relationships form a perfectly imperfect combination of personalities, histories, and connections.During a recent trip to Berlin with ten friends, something clicked. Despite being someone who typically feels guarded in larger groups, I found myself dancing freely as the sun set, stretched out over the evening sky. I noticed once again how important it is to nurture bonds with people I unconsciously trust and not the ones that keep me guarded. I hope I can shine some light on these complex structures while sharing my experience. 

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraThis one’s for the brave hearts and the boundary-builders. In this episode, I’m taking you on the hero’s journey (yes, the one after Joseph Campbell) — the path that starts in the cozy comfort of your cradle, leads through the sharp edges of family triggers, and pushes you toward becoming the human you always wanted to be. The space between cinnamon buns and self-liberation is messy, sweet, and sometimes seriously tricky. But I’m here for you — and I’ll share my own crumbs and lessons from walking this path. Let’s talk about the courage it takes to release old “truths,” handle disapproval, and grow into the human you were always meant to be.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - SaraWelcome to the very first episode of Salty Bake Club! Surrounded by a pile of croissants in my living room, I'm finally launching this podcast after three years of waiting for the "perfect" moment that never came. Today, I'm embracing what Brené Brown calls an FFT—a "Fucking First Time"—because sometimes you have to choose between doing something perfectly or doing it at all.Throughout this episode, I share my journey from a child with crippling insecurity (too scared to even raise my) to becoming the woman I am now: Living a life the way I want it.