Amy Interviews Ana Forrest & Jose Calarco

Husband and wife duo, Ana Forrest & Jose Calarco are at the forefront of the Forrest Yoga guiding its future and evolution.

A unique style that  blends music, song, invocation, smoke blessing, storytelling, prayer, philosophy, primordial and shamanic healing practices. 

Ana & Jose teach the art of self-empowerment and establishing a re-connection to Spirit and Nature.

In this episode we talk about:

• The importance of ceremony and creativity in Yoga and personal practice

• How to not be an idiot in Yoga and business

• Why criticism can be useful and how to handle it with grace
  (plus why you should NEVER eat garlic and onions!!)

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To learn more about working with Amy McDonald as your Yoga business coach, visit www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching and use coupon code BOYSS5 for 20% off.

Friends vs Students: Saucha and Social Boundaries

Being mates with your students can be tricky, especially when it comes to talking about money, crappy behavior, giving your time for free or taking criticism personally. So how do you be friendly, welcome your loved ones in to class AND maintain your role as teacher?

Also this week, a reminder to get registered for the Business of Yoga Speaker Series! 12 days of motivation, inspiration and behind-the-scenes from some of your favorite Yoga teachers and influencers!

Use this link:

And lastly, TODAY is your LAST CHANCE to collect the early bird coaching bonus when you sign up for my retreat in the Bahamas.

Learn all about that here:

2 Dos and 2 Don’t Worries for Social Media in Your Yoga Biz

Ready to learn from some of the world’s leading Yoga Teachers, Influencers and Entrepreneurs? Make sure you’re registered for the Business of Yoga Speaker Series for 12 days of motivation, inspiration and behind-the-scenes from some of your favorites!

Use this link:

Opt in March 2019

And enjoy this week’s podcast – a quick flit through the do’s and don’t of social media: go out there and share, Yogi!

Why Embracing Abundance as a Spiritual Leader Really Matters

On this podcast – taken from my Spiritual Leadership Masterclass with Nicole Vahlkamp – you’ll learn the three main reasons why healing your money story is essential in embarking on your spiritual leadership journey.

If you’ve not signed up for the masterclass yet, it’s not too late! Here is the link:

And if you’re interested in joining Nicole and I on retreat in the Bahamas to deep dive into Spiritual Leadership, learn more about it here:

4 Big Email Mistakes Yoga Teachers Make

On this Podcast, I’m sharing the four big no-no’s I see too many Yoga teachers are making with their emails.

And if you're looking for more Yoga Biz training this month, make sure you're all signed up for these three great opportunities:

All free, all awesome!

Feeling Good About Authority and Taking Control

In our final instalment of the Spiritual Leadership series, Nicole and Amy discuss Power - feeling comfortable about claiming yours and using it well, and the ways that Power and Control do not need to negate inclusivity and balance. 

To learn more about spiritual leadership with Amy and Nicole, sign up for their free 7-day Masterclass, Learn How to Step into your Power as a Spiritual Business Owner, Leader and Woman here: https://coaching.nicolemvahlkamp.com/leadership/ 

And if you'd like to explore joining Amy and Nicole in the Bahamas to develop your spiritual leadership skills, learn more about their retreat here: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/leadership

The 7 Qualities of Feminine Leadership

Today Nicole and I are discussing our takes on Feminine Leadership and how we see it show up in our lives and communities. And then we have a balm for anyone thinking you have to "man-up" to be a leader with our discussion of Feminine Leadership qualities.

To learn more about spiritual leadership with Amy and Nicole, sign up for their free 7-day Masterclass, Learn How to Step into your Power as a Spiritual Business Owner, Leader and Woman here: https://coaching.nicolemvahlkamp.com/leadership/ 

And if you'd like to explore joining Amy and Nicole in the Bahamas to develop your spiritual leadership skills, learn more about their retreat here: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/leadership

4 Steps to Making Great Decisions as a Leader

Do you ever get stuck in decision paralysis? Listen up today for our method for making great decisions so you can get on with being the brilliant leader you are.

To learn more about spiritual leadership with Amy and Nicole, sign up for their free 7-day Masterclass, Learn How to Step into your Power as a Spiritual Business Owner, Leader and Woman here: https://coaching.nicolemvahlkamp.com/leadership/ 

And if you'd like to explore joining Amy and Nicole in the Bahamas to develop your spiritual leadership skills, learn more about their retreat here: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/leadership

Spiritual Leadership - Being Liked vs Being Respected

Today we are talking about the difference between being liked and being respected, and how to avoid falling into People-Pleasing.

To learn more about spiritual leadership with Amy and Nicole, sign up for their free 7-day Masterclass, Learn How to Step into your Power as a Spiritual Business Owner, Leader and Woman here: https://coaching.nicolemvahlkamp.com/leadership/ 

And if you'd like to explore joining Amy and Nicole in the Bahamas to develop your spiritual leadership skills, learn more about their retreat here: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/leadership

What is Spiritual Leadership and Why Does It Matter?

Welcome to this special series with Amy and Nicole. Today we’ll start our conversation about Spiritual Leadership with these two big questions: What is Spiritual Leadership and Why Does It Matter?

To learn more about spiritual leadership with Amy and Nicole, sign up for their free 7-day Masterclass, Learn How to Step into your Power as a Spiritual Business Owner, Leader and Woman here: https://coaching.nicolemvahlkamp.com/leadership/

And if you'd like to explore joining Amy and Nicole in the Bahamas to develop your spiritual leadership skills, learn more about their retreat here: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/leadership

What Drona's Teaching to Arjuna Teaches us about Business

I've had a bit of driving to do these past few days. So what would a #YogaNerd do to break up the time?

Listen to the Mahābhārata on audiobook, of course!

(Yup, all 45 hours of it!)

One of the things I adore most about this incredible work is the way lessons are woven through out the story.

Yes, we are a part of the main narrative: the cousins in conflict about territory and rulership.

But we also learn of so many subplots and additional characters, backstories and exposition.

It is rich: full of teachings for us as Yogis... and Yoga Business Owners.

So today on the podcast I'm going to share a mini story from the Mahabharata that is going to help you with focus.

If you've ever struggled with 'bright shiny object' syndrome, or find yourself losing time on social media...

PS: Registrations for Growing Your Yoga Biz are closing soon!

If 2019 is really going to be the year to master the tools and mindset to share your Yoga gifts with the people who need them while generating prosperity AND personal reward in business...


...time is a'ticking, Gorgeous!

Staying Happy and Healthy on the Road

I’m in Sydney today preparing to teach a fun bunch of Yogis some biz basics tomorrow.

This is my sixth city in three weeks... that’s a lot of biz training travel for this empath!

So today on the podcast I’m sharing how I keep myself ‘me’ on the road.

PS: Did you see The super cool bonuses that come with  your Growing YourYoga Biz enrolment?

I’ve packaged together the best ‘get going fast’ programs I have so you can be growing your biz before GYYB even starts!

Aaaaand, the package includes my brand new course!!

Whaaaat?

If that sounds GREAT to you, head over to the Growing Your Yoga Biz info page and join us!

Saraswati Action Planning Masterclass

Enjoy this virtual masterclass to make sure 2019 is all it is meant to be you you in biz.

It's one thing to set goals.

But without an action plan to make them happen, you could be exactly where you are now, six months from now.

(And worse: beating yourself up about it!)

Follow along with the workbook here:

Also on the training I shared a very special bonus that is all yours when you register for Growing Your Yoga Business!

As well as all of the amazing content and coaching for 6 months that you will receive when you join the program, if you register in the next week, you'll also receive these goodies:

If that sounds GREAT to you, head over to the Growing Your Yoga Biz info page and join us!

The Importance of Building Real Connections

Do you ever feel like a sell out?

Or perhaps like you're relentlessly throwing stuff up on social media only to be met with crickets.

Or maybe that you've got nothing to say?

Or that it's all been said before?

You NEED to get to the podcast this week!

I'm SO EXCITED about seeing the participants on my retreat getting great results from this one important shift: I MUST share it with you!!

It's one thing to set goals.

But without an action plan to make them happen, you could be exactly where you are now, six months from now.

(And worse: beating yourself up about it!)

So register for this free training

Teachings from the Abundant Yoga Teacher Retreat Day 5

In this Podcast you’ll hear me go a little rogue… on one particular rainbow fish… WTF? You’ll have to listed to find out!

And all you Perth, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane people, get yourselves registered for the Abundant Yoga Teacher Immersions happening over the next two weeks.

Details at: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/yogateacherimmersions

Teachings from the Abundant Yoga Teacher Retreat Day 3

So you’re feeling snowed under with the details? Bogged down in the nuts and bolts? (I’m sure that is a mixed metaphor… but you get my point!)

In this podcast I’m sharing a Siva story to remind you about the importance of having big dreams and the preparedness to go after them, even when some VERY lateral thinking is required!

Teachings from the Abundant Yoga Teacher Retreat Day 3

Today on the Abundant Yoga Teacher Retreat I’m sharing some tips on:

-How to swallow negative feedback

-How to work with your inner critic

-How to deal with social media attackers

Hope you enjoy it!

And remember to collect your tickets for my Australian tour starting NEXT WEEK here: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/yogateacherimmersions/

Teachings from the Abundant Yoga Teacher Retreat Day 2

Today we are speaking about the importance of speaking your truth and sharing with your people, as well as how to create a FAST e-book and then promote it to grow your mailing list of folks who are primed to be interested in your classes, workshops and events.

Follow along with the homework assignments and message me on Insta @amyyogabizcoach to celebrate your successes!

Teachings from the Abundant Yoga Teacher Retreat Day 1

Hello from the Abundant Yoga Teacher Retreat in Thailand!

It’s Day 1 here and there have been quite a few FB messages flying backwards and forwards across oceans from people wishing they were here… so… I’m putting together a cut-down version of the Retreat teachings every day this week so you can follow along from home, listening and - most importantly - implementing!

Check out all my Retreat pics on Insta at @AmyYogaBizCoach

And if you’re feeling FOMO after listening to this mini training, come hang out with me on an Immersion over the next couple of weeks!

How Do I Know If GYYB Is For Me?

In this podcast I'm answering everyone's last minute questions about the GYYB program and the $1000 coaching bonus that ends tonight!

Here is a link to the program details: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/growingy…/

And do reach out if I didnt answer your question. I'd LOVE to hear from you. xo