Jennifer Kenney-Smith ~ Redefining Success: From High Performance to Spiritual Fulfillment

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10/18/24 • 69 min

Jennifer Kenney-Smith is a seasoned yoga instructor and Ayurveda practitioner with a rich background in corporate management and business success. Having made a transformative journey from a high-pressure corporate career to a more spiritually aligned lifestyle, Jennifer harnesses her personal and professional experiences to guide others. She specializes in teaching yoga, sharing Ayurvedic wisdom, and leading life-changing retreats and courses like her signature program, Awaken. Her work focuses on integrating physical health with spiritual wellness, aiming to support individuals in their journey towards self-discovery and holistic healing.
Visit Jennifer on her website: https://www.jksyoga.com/
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Morning Rituals and Ayurveda: Jennifer details her transformative morning rituals that integrate yoga, meditation, and Ayurvedic principles to set a grounded tone for the day.
Identity and Transition: The conversation explores the challenges of shifting from a corporate identity to a spiritual one, mirroring Jennifer’s own journey of personal and professional realignment.
Hero's Journey and Self-Discovery: The concept of the hero’s journey is presented as a path back to one's true self, emphasizing inner healing and self-understanding.

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Morning Rituals and Ayurveda: Jennifer details her transformative morning rituals that integrate yoga, meditation, and Ayurvedic principles to set a grounded tone for the day.
Identity and Transition: The conversation explores the challenges of shifting from a corporate identity to a spiritual one, mirroring Jennifer’s own journey of personal and professional realignment.
Hero's Journey and Self-Discovery: The concept of the hero’s journey is presented as a path back to one's true self, emphasizing inner healing and self-understanding.

https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/

Enjoy new Native Yoga Center classes uploaded everyday on our online learning hub. Use code FIRSTMONTHFREE at checkout. https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class

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Sara Ticha is a renowned international yoga teacher and influencer celebrated for her unique integration of mindfulness and yoga practice. Sara has a notable presence on Instagram, where she shares inspiring content focused on positivity and personal growth. With experience teaching at various yoga festivals and hosting retreats, Sara is continuously expanding her influence in the yoga community. Her journey includes transitions from dynamic asana practices to experimenting with Bhakti yoga, where she's embraced mantra chanting and playing the harmonium to deepen her spiritual connection and teaching breadth.
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Sara Ticha highlights the significance of pausing and reevaluating one's path to ensure genuine growth and fulfillment.
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Native Yoga Toddcast - Jennifer Kenney-Smith ~ Redefining Success: From High Performance to Spiritual Fulfillment

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Welcome to Native Yoga Toddcast, so happy you are here. My goal with this channel is to bring inspirational speakers to the mic in the field of yoga, massage, body work and beyond. Follow us at @nativeyoga and check us out at nativeyogacenter.com. All right, let's begin.

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Welcome to Native Yoga Toddcast, today, my very special guest is Jennifer Kenny-Smith. She is a yoga teacher and a coach, and you can find her on her website, jksyoga.c