The Yoga Journey and Finding Spiritual Community with Kascey Schvans

Message us Mermaids 🧜🏼‍♀️What happens when a traditional spiritual upbringing collides with the transformative power of yoga? Kascey Schvans takes us on her remarkable journey from Catholic roots to finding profound connection on the yoga mat.DetailsKascey's story begins in Canada, where exposure to diverse spiritual traditions planted seeds that would later flourish in unexpected ways. Describing herself as once sampling from the "religion buffet," Kascey shares how her path eventually led to a life-changing moment during meditation on Tamarindo Beach in Costa Rica. That pivotal experience redirected her from pursuing a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling toward becoming a trauma-informed yoga teacher.The conversation delves into the fascinating intersection of traditional faith and modern spiritual practice. Kascey reveals how her relationship with her father, a Catholic deacon, has evolved through mutual respect despite their different paths. When he questioned her belief in "moon water," she astutely asked how that differed from a priest blessing water—highlighting the beautiful parallels between ancient rituals and contemporary spiritual practices.For yoga newcomers and skeptics, Kascey offers invaluable insights that dispel common misconceptions. She explains the various types of yoga beyond the Instagram-perfect poses, emphasizing that the practice was traditionally designed to prepare the body for meditation, not just increase flexibility. Her passion for making yoga accessible shines through as she discusses how props and adaptations can help practitioners of all body types and abilities find comfort in their practice.Kascey's current studies in psychoactive pharmaceutical investigation reflect her commitment to bridging ancient healing wisdom with modern science, particularly for veterans and those with PTSD. Her vision of creating a professional home at the intersection of healthcare and spirituality represents a hopeful future where these artificially separated domains can work in harmony.Whether you're a devoted yogi, spiritually curious, or somewhere in between, Kascey's wisdom offers a fresh perspective on finding your authentic path. As she beautifully reminds us: "Get to know yourself in the quiet moments... without your job title, without your social labels... and if something isn't serving you, stop doing it." Follow Kascey on Instagram at aligned_rites_of_passage to continue your journey together.ContactInstagram: Aligned Rites of Passage Support the showShameless PromotionsChloe Brown is the graphic artist behind all of the Mermaids’ delightfully whimsical branded reels, stories and picture posts on social. Contact her at [email protected] for artistic consultation and design work. SponsorshipsWe do not advertise nor accept sponsorships so that your listening experience remains free of distractions.  If you are as passionate as we are about supporting spiritual seekers, consider buying us a coffee at:  https://buymeacoffee.com/mysticalmermaidlounge.Please feel free to email us with positive and constructive ideas, questions or comments at [email protected] you for listening! Please follow and rate/review if you love us. Blessed be.