Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya

Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya

Stories of Somatic Awakening and HOW-TO Live From The Inside Out! Have you ever noticed that your body communicates with you in many different ways? Perhaps through tension, pain, emotions and subtle sensations? Meet Aimee Takaya, a Certified Hanna Somatic Educator and expert in the field of Somatics, Chronic Pain, Movement Therapies and Soulful Transformation. Join the conversation as she and her guests explore the powerful ways you can work with your body to become more whole, connected and free so you can experience success from within. NEW EPISODES EVERYTHING THURSDAY @ 11 am PST

Episodes

September 25, 2025 73 mins

What if the secret to experiencing more wealth, love, and pleasure isn't about acquiring more, but about expanding your nervous system's capacity to actually hold and feel what you already have? 


In this week’s episode, trauma-informed somatic coach Danelle Gallo joins Aimee to explore how our bodies hold unexpressed emotions, and what happens when we finally give ourselves permission to feel it all.


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Have you ever thought about what happens when you can't hold onto those magical flow states? 


In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with Leo Marrs, a breath advocate and entrepreneur, to explore why we slip out of creative flow and what both sides of this human spectrum teach us. 


This conversation will definitely shift how you think about the inevitable ebb and flow of consciousness.


Leo takes us through:

- Why breat...

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Everyone talks about “speaking your truth,” but how do you actually know what your truth is?


This week, Aimee sits down with spiritual mentor and author Jennifer Spor to speak about the art of discerning authentic inner knowing from external programming.


Together, they explore the physical experience of truth—how it feels in the body, how to build unshakable discernment, and why embodied wisdom is essential in today’s world.


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What does it take to reinvent yourself when the world, and your identity, shift beneath your feet?

In this week's episode, Aimee sits down with her cousin Jensen Cummings, a fifth-generation chef turned entrepreneur and podcaster, for a raw conversation about his journey from severe depression and burnout to healing through plant medicine and somatic practices. 

Jensen shares how he's redefining success, learning to find wort...

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Ever wondered if what feels like a breakdown might actually be a breakthrough in disguise?


In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with David Hulse, a spiritual guide who bridges traditional religious doctrines with contemporary spiritual insights. 


They explore how to turn your darkest moments into your greatest awakenings by shifting from "spirit" to "energy" consciousness. 


David takes us through:

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What if the path to enlightenment isn't about ascending away from your human experience but diving deeper into it? 


In this week’s episode, intuitive business mentor & spiritual wellness mentor Lindsay Schroeder joins Aimee to explore the dangerous trap of spiritual bypassing and reveal why your body holds the key to true awakening.


Lindsay shares her expertise, offering a refreshingly grounded approach to consciousne...

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What if your negative body image isn't the villain in your story but actually a messenger trying to help you? 


In today’s episode, Aimee sits down with Deb Schachter, one of Boston's leading clinicians in body image and eating disorder recovery, to explore a revolutionary approach to working with body image that goes far beyond body positivity. 


Deb takes us through:

- How body image is multi-dimensional; it holds our entire story, pa...

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What happens when a Southern Baptist single mom trades perfectionism for Maya wisdom?


Jan Capps discovered that the secret to a fulfilling life isn't found in climbing to the top; it's woven into the beautiful tapestry of community, creation, and embracing our gloriously imperfect humanity.


In this week's episode, Jan shares her transformative journey from small-town North Carolina to the highlands of Guatemala, ...

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What if shame isn’t a flaw, but a signal that something essential in you has been pushed away? In this week’s episode, Aimee sits with David Bedrick, therapist, author of The Unshaming Way, and a passionate advocate for psychological truth-telling. 


They explore how shame disconnects us from our experience, distorts our emotions, and shapes our identities from the inside out. Through somatic awareness, storytelling, and radical ...

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Have you ever wondered what your pet is really thinking behind those adorable eyes? What if grooming your pet was more than a task, but a sacred exchange of trust and care? 


In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with Cassondra Smith, CEO of Club Pawsh and host of The Unlimited Groomer podcast. Cassondra shares her inspiring journey from music industry professional to animal wellness educator, speaker, and grooming expert. 


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What does it really mean to say yes to healing?

In today’s episode, Aimee Takaya sits down with Jessica Glose, a somatic breathwork practitioner, yoga teacher trainer, and wellness retreat leader, for a deep dive into the power of retreats, nervous system regulation, and honoring the full spectrum of human emotion.


Together, they explore the nuances of personal healing, the importance of facing discomfort, and how our bodies hold th...

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What if your shame wasn't yours to begin with? What if the heaviness you've carried in your body for decades was an energetic inheritance, silently passed down without a single word spoken?


In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with Natalie Vires, intimacy coach and creator of The Blowjob Queen course, to explore the often taboo connections between our relationships with our fathers, our sexuality, and our sense of sel...

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What if nourishment wasn’t something you had to earn or chase, but a way of being?


In this week’s episode, Aimee Takaya sits with Isabel Chiara, intuitive guide, author, and creator of the Nourishment App, to explore what it means to reclaim your inner power through deep self-connection, embodied awareness, and emotional healing.


Together, they discuss how our relationship with food, our emotions, and even our past traumas can either...

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Are you feeling overstimulated and disconnected from yourself?


If you’re looking to slow down, tune into your body, and rediscover the joy of being alive through movement, nature, and deep self-awareness, this one’s for you!


In this week’s episode, Aimee Takaya sits down with Jai Knight and Saewon to explore how modern life affects our nervous systems—and how reconnecting with nature and somatic practices can bring us back i...

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How does the language you use impact your connection to your body? Today, Aimee Takaya unpacks the profound impact of words on bodily awareness, healing, and self-acceptance. 


She shares her journey as a yoga teacher and somatic educator, revealing how shifting from impersonal to personal language transformed the way she relates to her students—and herself.


Tune in to explore: 

- Why "the body doesn’t exist" and what that really means

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Do you ever notice recurring emotional or physical patterns in your life? Today, Aimee Takaya chats with Wyld Lee, a certified 5Rhythms teacher, to explore how movement can unlock deep healing and help release trauma stored in the body.


The 5Rhythms practice blends free movement with structured energetic exploration, allowing participants to reconnect with their bodies, process emotions, and rediscover their true essence.


Wyl...

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February 27, 2025 35 mins

What happens when life throws you into an unexpected and overwhelming situation?

In today’s episode, Aimee shares her deeply personal story of moving into what seemed like a dream home—only to discover its shocking past as a meth house. 


Through grief, frustration, and uncertainty, she learned the power of processing emotions, embracing change, and ultimately finding a new path forward.


In this episode, Aimee explores:

  • - The...

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    Feeling unfulfilled in your relationships? Change doesn’t always start with your partner—it begins with you. 


    Today, Kristy Scher explores how self-awareness, emotional maturity, and self-acceptance lay the foundation for deeper, more fulfilling connections.


    In this podcast episode, Kristy Scher takes us through:

    - Why true relationship change begins within

    - The meaning of being an "adored woman" and how to embody it

    - How childhood ex...

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    Stress impacts us all, often shaping our thoughts, behaviors, and even personality over time. But what if you could uncover who you are without the weight of stress and trauma? 


    Today, Aimee takes us through the hidden influence of stress on our lives and offers practical insights to help us reconnect with our most authentic selves.


    If you’ve ever wondered who you are beyond your stress or felt stuck in patterns shaped by...

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    Do you ever wonder why it's so incredibly hard to slow down in life in your body and even mind?

    Today’s world largely praises productivity and constant motion, so slowing down can feel uncomfortable—even impossible. 


    Today, Aimee explores why it’s so difficult to pause and how embracing a slower pace can lead to deep healing, self-awareness, and transformation.


    So, if you’re feeling overwhelmed by life’s constant demands, this e...

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