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Yoga with Cha Wilde
by Cha Wilde
Yoga and Internal Family Systems ⭒✩ with Cha🍍Wilde, MTheol, E-RYT 200, IFS Coach, Laughter Yoga LeaderCha practices Baptiste Power Vinyasa, Somatic Yin Yoga, Tantric Buddhism, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). She values freedom, creativity, playfulness, community, and imagination. Cha's been exploring spirituality since 2004, teaching yoga since 2010, and practicing IFS since 2020. You can join her online for classes, livestream workshops and healing circles. Cha is also a singer, songwriter, music producer, fantasy fiction writer, abstract painter and nomadic mermaid.
Episodes
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meditation • respecting anger
this is how we sit with frustration, defensiveness, and big furious emotions that are too hot to handle
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meditation • soothing fear
this is how we hold young parts through scary moments
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10min Yin Yoga for Hips - Relaxing Yoga Class to Be Present Now and Feel Deeply Simple for Beginners
Hi! My name is Cha Wilde and I will be guiding you through a practice designed to help you focus on your sensations, relax, and find joy in the present moment. We'll flow through stretches, twists, and various poses like staff pose, butterfly pose, forward folds, and child's pose. Throughout the...
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35min Yoga Class for Throat Chakra to Improve Communication and Release Tension in Neck & Shoulders
Hello! I’m Cha Wilde. In this yoga session, and we’re focusing on the throat chakra. We’ll move through a series of poses and breathing exercises designed to open, stretch, and stimulate the throat area. Our practice will include child’s pose, cat-cow, downward dog, neck stretches, humming,...
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30min Chakra Yoga Class, Practicing with the Elements, Earth to Sky, Root to Crown
This video was filmed at the Sunrise Circle Amphitheater near Bolder, Colorado in 2021. Hey, it’s Cha Wilde, and we are on top of a mountain today! Let’s soak in this beautiful connection between the earth beneath us and the sky above while we move through today’s practice. Introduction and...
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40min Fast Vinyasa Yoga Class to Wake Up and Energize
Hey, it’s Cha Wilde, and I’m so excited to be outside with you today, feeling the sun, the breeze, and all the magic of nature while we move through this yoga session together. Introduction and Setting the Scene Today’s practice is a celebration of simplicity and success. For me, success is…
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17min Gentle Yoga Class for Beginners to Calm and Relax with Simple Stretches on the Floor
Hey, it’s Cha Wilde, and I’m here to guide you through today’s practice. Let’s move together, breathe, and unwind in this gentle, mindful session. 00:00:01 - Opening and Child's Pose Welcome, beautiful souls. Let’s start by settling into Child’s Pose. Breathe through your nose and listen to the...
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30min Yoga Class to Open Your Shoulders, Refreshing Chest Stretches
Hey, it’s Cha Wilde, and I’m excited to guide you through today’s yoga session. Let’s start by getting comfortable and tuning into our breath. Introduction and Breathing Exercises Welcome, everyone! If you have props like bolsters or pillows, feel free to grab them. We’ll begin with some seated...
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20min Sun Salutations, Simple Yoga Warm Up to Wake Up Your Body in the Morning, Simple for Beginners
Hey, it’s Cha Wilde here, ready to guide you through a playful and grounding yoga session. Let’s start by settling into a comfortable child's pose. Breathe deeply through your nose and exhale through your mouth, spreading your fingers wide and feeling that beautiful stretch in your armpits and...
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Yoga Class: Finding Calm Amidst Chaos.
Hey, it’s Cha Wilde here, and today we’re diving into a yoga session that’s all about finding calm amidst chaos. Life’s been a whirlwind for me lately, with packing, moving, and all the stress that comes with it. But right now, we’re going to pause, breathe, and connect with our bodies. 00:00:29...
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Playful Yoga - Bringing joy and Lightness Into Your Practice
Hey, it’s Cha Wilde. Today, we're diving into a playful yoga session that’s all about bringing joy and lightness into your practice. Imagine this: you’re on your mat, ready to move, but with a sense of fun, a little wiggle, and a big smile. 00:00:00 Introduction and Morning Routine I started my...
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Slow Yoga for Relaxation - 20min Yoga Class
Hi, I’m Cha Wilde, and today we’re practicing at the beautiful Khus Farm Bali eco-resort in Indonesia. This session is all about slowing down, tuning into your breath, and connecting deeply with yourself in the serene surroundings of the jungle. 00:00:18 Introduction and Setting I introduce…
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Morning Yoga for Grounding, Love the Earth, 20min Yoga Class
+Hi, I’m Cha Wilde, and welcome to our outdoor session today. We're here at the beautiful Hoosfarm Bali eco-resort in Indonesia, surrounded by the soothing sounds of nature—the gentle hum of bugs, the flow of the river nearby. Let’s take a moment to settle in, to feel the earth beneath us, and to...
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Yin Yoga Single Leg Stretch for Hamstring and Low Back - 17min Beginner Yoga Class for Relaxation
This session is a guided yin yoga practice with me, Cha Wilde. Together, we’ll explore the gentle art of slowing down, holding poses, and embracing relaxation and mindfulness. Today, we're focusing on a straddle pose, where I'll help you tune into the sensations in your body, release tension, and...
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Showing Up is Enough, The Lifelong Ever-changing Practice of Yoga - 13min Inspirational Talk
Hey, it’s Cha Wilde here. Today, I want to talk about the real-life challenges of sticking with your yoga practice, especially when your environment just isn’t cooperating. I’ve been there—some days it’s hard to find the motivation to get on the mat, and that’s okay. The key is adapting to…
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Guided Somatic Meditation - "I'm Here" Mantra and Mindful Belly Breathing 10 minute
In this guided meditation session, I, Cha Wilde, will lead you through a series of mindful breathing exercises and grounding practices. Let's begin by finding a comfortable seated position. Place one hand on your heart and the other on your belly, and let's focus on our breath together. 00:00:01…
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Yin Yoga Fish Pose for Chest Opening, Back Bend for Good Posture 20min Yoga Class
This session focuses on opening up the shoulders and chest, areas that often tighten due to our daily activities. I’ll guide you through some poses to help counteract the effects of slouching from computer work, driving, and even the way we sleep. Together, we’ll strengthen the back muscles…
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Counting the Breath Guided Somatic Meditation Simple 10min Practice
Hi everyone, I'm Cha Wilde. Welcome to our guided somatic meditation session. Today, we'll be focusing on counting the breath, a simple yet powerful practice to bring you into a state of calm and presence. 00:00:15 -- Setting the Scene Find a comfortable seated position, either on a chair or on…
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Let Go of Tension to Stay Young - Guided Somatic Meditation to Relax and Enjoy Being Alive 15min
Hi! I'm Cha Wilde, join me as I guide you through a meditation session focused on body awareness, breath work, and connecting with the earth. We’ll release tension through stretches and movements before settling into a seated meditation. Our journey will visualize the spine as an energy channel,...
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Somatic Internal Family Systems Embodied on the Yoga Mat: Identifying Parts in the Body - Live Demo
Join me, Cha Wilde, as I guide you through a practice combining yoga and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. We’ll explore how different parts of our personality manifest through physical sensations and movements on the yoga mat. Emphasizing presence, grounding, and awareness, we use…
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Yoga for Neck, Core and Breath 15min
Hello, I'm Cha Wilde. Today, we’ll explore a guided meditation and exercise routine focused on neck stretches, deep breathing, and core strengthening. We'll start with gentle neck rolls and head tilts, moving into controlled breathing techniques to enhance relaxation and energy. As we progress,...
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Simple Yoga for Back: Basic Stretches for Spine and Soothing Nervous System 15min
Hello! My name is Cha and today, I will guide you through a yoga session focused on improving back health and flexibility. We'll explore various poses and techniques, sharing personal experiences and emphasizing the importance of listening to your body and adapting the practice to your needs....
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Guided Meditation: Heart Focused Healing, Find Security in Your Self, Heart Chakra 15min
Join me, Cha Wilde, as I guide you through a yoga session focused on improving back health and flexibility. We'll explore various poses and techniques, sharing personal experiences and emphasizing the importance of listening to your body and adapting the practice to your needs. 00:00:02 --...
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Guided Meditation: Release Tension in the Body on the Exhale, Somatic Practice 10min
Join me, Cha Wilde, as I guide you through a peaceful meditation session aimed at releasing tension and connecting with your body. We’ll begin with gentle stretches and breathing exercises to prepare for a deep, restorative meditation. 00:00:02 -- Introduction and Preparation Welcome! Find a...
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Gentle Yoga in the Sunshine - Simple Stretching for Beginners 10min
My name is Cha, let's get into an outdoor yoga and meditation session. We'll enjoy the beautiful sunny weather and natural surroundings as we move through gentle stretches, twists, and poses, focusing on mindfulness, body awareness, and finding a sense of calm and centeredness. 00:00:01 --...
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Hip Flexor Lunges, Simple Stretching Yoga Class 14min
Welcome to today's yoga class, where we focus on hip-opening exercises and mindfulness practices. I'm Cha Wilde, and I'll be guiding you through a series of poses and stretches targeting the hip flexors, hamstrings, and quadriceps. Throughout this session, we'll emphasize breath, patience, and...
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Stretches for Upper Body: Eagle Arms, Side Bends, Camel Back Bending Yoga Class 12min
Today, I'll guide you through a yoga class focused on mindfulness, body awareness, and releasing tension through movement. We'll flow through various stretches, poses, and breathing exercises, paying attention to different parts of our bodies and sensations. The goal is to stay present in the...
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The Hardest Part of Yoga is Getting to Your Mat
I'm excited to share a personal reflection on my yoga practice and the challenges of maintaining it amidst different environments and circumstances. Finding solitude and a peaceful space for practice is essential, but there's also great value in practicing yoga around family and loved ones. I…
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10min Guided Meditation: Breathing Through the Spine, Somatic Awareness Exercise
Join me for a guided meditation session focused on breathing exercises and chakra awareness. I'm Cha Wilde, and I'll be guiding you through visualizations that help you connect with the earth's energy, travel it up your spine, and exhale it back down. This meditation will help you tune into your...
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Yoga for Back Pain Rehab, Gentle Spine Strengthening Yoga Classes 12min
Hello! My name is Cha Wilde, join me as I guide you through a yoga session designed to enhance your mind-body connection. We'll move through various poses and breathing exercises, focusing on alignment, strength, and relaxation. 00:00:25 -- Introduction and Cat-Cow Poses We begin with cat-cow…
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Move like water; Yoga Warmup Flow w Elements & Meditation in Thailand w Morning Birdsong
Join me, Cha Wilde, as I guide you through a live yoga and meditation session. We’ll embark on a journey of gentle stretches, dynamic flows, and mindful breathing, all while exploring the elements and chakras within our bodies. 00:00:03 -- Introduction and Warm-Up I greet you from the serene...
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Going Upside Down Makes Everything Better - Yoga Class 15min
Welcome to my outdoor yoga session on a basketball court! Today, we're focusing on the benefits of practicing yoga in nature. Feel rejuvenated and connected as we move through various yoga poses and breathing exercises. We'll let go of tension and embrace a playful, spacious mindset. Going upside...
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Somatic Meditation in Yoga Child's Pose - Reading from "Awakening the Body"
Hello, I’m Cha Wilde. Welcome to our guided meditation session. I've recently moved from Bali to Seattle, which brings a fresh backdrop to our practice. Let's begin by sitting comfortably on the floor. We'll connect with our bodies through gentle postures and deep breathing. I'll read excerpts…
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What is Dristi in Yoga Practice? Where we look with our eyes when we do yoga.
Hello, my name is Cha Wilde. Today, we're exploring the profound experience of watching a sunrise from an upside-down perspective, both literally and metaphorically. By changing our perspective, we can gain new insights and clarity in our lives. In yoga, we practice 'drishti,' focusing our gaze…
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IFS Yoga for Grief, Releasing Tension in Shoulders 15min Class
Hello! I'm. Cha Wilde, join me for a guided yoga session focused on releasing grief and tension stored in our shoulders.We'll explore various shoulder movements, stretches, and breathing exercises designed to help us connect with the parts of ourselves holding onto grief. We'll combine physical...
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Internal Family Systems and Yoga - How I’m Approaching Somatic Healing
Hello, my name is Cha Wilde. Today, we're diving into how to blend Internal Family Systems (IFS) concepts into our yoga practice. With 16 years of yoga teaching experience, I'm thrilled to share how we can introduce the idea of 'parts' and the 'Self' through our movements and breath. By listening...
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12min Somatic Meditation to Release Tension, Healing with Awareness of IFS Parts
Starting with some light physical movements and stretches to prepare our bodies for meditation. I'll guide you through various meditation techniques, including focusing on the breath, relaxing the body, and cultivating gratitude. My name is Cha Wilde and my aim is to create a calm and encouraging...
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13min Yoga for Shoulders, Releasing Tension from Grief
Hey everyone, I'm Cha Wilde, and today we're diving into a yoga session focused on stretching, breathing exercises, and mindfulness. Throughout this practice, we'll be connecting with our bodies, breath, and inner experiences. We'll also bring in elements of Internal Family Systems therapy,...
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12min Simple Yoga Class for Back, Be with Your Parts in Your Body, Somatic Internal Family Systems
My name is Cha Wilde. In this yoga session, we'll incorporate elements of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. I'll guide you through various yoga poses and breathing exercises, encouraging you to connect with different 'parts' or aspects of yourself. Our focus will be on building relationships...
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13min Yoga Class for Beginners, Stretching Back and Finding Parts in Our Body
I'm Cha Wilde. In this yoga session, we'll be focusing on Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. Throughout the session, I'll guide you through various poses, encouraging you to observe your thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations. We'll start with a child's pose, then transition into sphinx…
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Teaching Yoga Through the Lens of Internal Family Systems - Intro to my Experiment with Somatic IFS
I'm Cha Wilde, and I want to share an experiment I've been working on. I've been integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy into my yoga teaching. IFS is a psychotherapy model that has evolved into a psycho-spiritual approach. I've found that practicing yoga before doing IFS parts work…
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IFS for Multi-Passionate Women Who Need to Get Their Shit Together + Guided Meditation
For all my ladies who have so many parts with so many passions and parts who feel overwhelmed by this and parts who feel pressured to figure out what to do next in life. This is for you. Kisses! — guided meditation starts at 12:30
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15min Yoga: Hip Flexors, Quads, Post-Workout Stretch
Hello! I'm Cha Wilde and I'll be leading you through a yoga session focused on stretching the quadriceps and hip flexors after a leg workout. This session was recorded in the beautiful fishing town of Amed in Bali, where I had just finished working out at a new, modern gym. Introduction: Let me…
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12min Yoga: Back & Shoulders
Today we're focusing on Yin Yoga to stretch and open up the low back. I'll guide you through various poses and movements designed to create spaciousness and flexibility in your lower back area. It's important to use props like bolsters, pillows, and blocks to support your body and deepen the...
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15min Yin Yoga: Hips at Wall
Hello!!! Ready to stretch your hips? Move to the wall for deep but restful yon yoga poses. My name is Cha Wilde and today we’re practicing in the yoga shala at Sumberkima Hill Retreat in Bali, Indonesia. Let’s spread out into wide-legged straddles, happy baby pose, pigeon pose, and butterfly…
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10min Yoga: Relaxation for Beginners
Let’s do a little yoga together. I step away feom the songwriting, music videos and complicated novel writing to lay on the grass in the sunshine and breathe. Join me for a moment of relaxation and connection. It doesn’t take much to feel just a little better. Taking a break to move your body…
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15min Yoga: Wrists, Fingers, Hand Stretches
Hi, I’m Cha Wilde. In today’s yoga session, we’ll focus on stretches and exercises for the hands, wrists, and fingers. I am sharing my personal stories about dealing with hand and wrist pain caused by too much typing and phone use. I’ll guide you through a series of stretches and movements to...
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13min Yoga: Slow Down
This is a guided meditation session that encourages slowing down and finding stillness at the beginning of the day. Yoga instructor, Cha Wilde, is at the Sumberkima Hill Retreat in Bali, Indonesia. Let’s go through various breathing exercises, gentle movements, and visualizations to help you...
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40min Yoga: Neck Pain, Stiff Shoulders, Beginner Friendly
This yoga class will help you release tension in your neck, open your throat and soften your shoulders. This is a class for beginners. Your neck is stiff from spending so much time looking at screens. You stick it forward and stay still for hours. At least this is the story for so many wonderful...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Yoga and Internal Family Systems ⭒✩ with Cha🍍Wilde, MTheol, E-RYT 200, IFS Coach, Laughter Yoga LeaderCha practices Baptiste Power Vinyasa, Somatic Yin Yoga, Tantric Buddhism, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). She values freedom, creativity, playfulness, community, and imagination. Cha's been exploring spirituality since 2004, teaching yoga since 2010, and practicing IFS since 2020. You can join her online for classes, livestream workshops and healing circles. Cha is also a singer, songwriter, music producer, fantasy fiction writer, abstract painter and nomadic mermaid.
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