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Do you struggle in your luteal phase? Are you curious to deepen your understanding of the language of menstrual cycle awareness? This week on Āio, I am honoured to welcome Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer, co-founders of Red School and co-authors of the iconic and hugely celebrated books Wild Power: Discover the Magic of the Menstrual Cycle and Awaken the Feminine Path to Power and their latest offering, Wise Power: Discover the Liberating Power of Menopause to Awaken Authority, Purpose and Belonging. Trailblazers in the emerging field of menstruality, Alexandra and Sjanie are pioneering a new language and approach to women's health and wellbeing, creativity, leadership and spiritual life, rooted in the power of the menstrual cycle and the initiatory journey from menarche to menopause and beyond. Bringing a collective 60 years of experience, they teach worldwide on the psycho-spiritual process of maturation that unfolds throughout our menstrual lives and are devoted to training the menstruality leaders of the future. They say don't meet your heroes - well, I'm SO glad I did! I have been a devoted student of their work for years. Their teachings have profoundly shaped the way I work with my own cycle, and the intimacy I've cultivated with myself through menstrual cycle awareness has truly changed my life. Wherever you are on your menstruality journey, this conversation is an invitation to deepen your understanding, cultivate greater compassion and build a more loving, intimate relationship with your cycle. What we cover: The cycle check-in: cultivating a new language for our inner experience The power and wisdom of the four inner seasons Working with our inner autumn (luteal phase), when the veil begins to thin Honouring the heightened sensitivity of inner autumn and attuning to its subtleties How our intuitive and psychic gifts can illuminate during inner autumn How childhood trauma can resurface in the second half of our cycle Working with inner autumn to bring greater grace and compassion into our lives The antidote: menstrual cycle awareness CONNECT Red School  Instagram | @red.school  Website | www.redschool.net STUDY WITH RED SCHOOL HERE Red School Programmes ĀIO Instagram |aio.thepodcast TikTok |@aio.thepodcast Website | www.aiothepodcast.com Tarikura  Instagram | tarikura_

What becomes possible when we learn to meet the full spectrum of the masculine and feminine within us? In this episode I sit down with Dan and Jenny Abdelnoor for a rich kōrero on the four quadrants of masculine and feminine energy - and how understanding each of them can bring greater harmony to our inner world, our relationships and the way we move through life. We explore the many expressions of the masculine and feminine, the parts of ourselves we've learned to favour or suppress, and what happens when these energies begin to work together rather than against one another. A deeply alive conversation about relationships, polarity, self-awareness and becoming more fully ourselves. What we cover: The four quadrants of the masculine and feminine, and the archetypes that live within the Working with the light and shadow expressions of each quadrant The suppression of the Wild Woman and Wild Man in the Western world Weaving ascending and descending energy—and why we need both Polarity, opposites and the feminine impulse to create, expand and multiply How children naturally move between these energies How air, fire, water and earth relate to the four quadrants CONNECT Dan & Jenny Abdelnoor   Website | www.relationshiprising.com ĀIO Instagram |@aio.thepodcast TikTok |@aio.thepodcast Website | www.aiothepodcast.com

What does it really mean to come home to yourself? In this episode I sit down with author, coach and beautiful human Tracy Manu for a kōrero on identity, self-worth, healing and the stories we carry. We talk about Tracy's journey reconnecting with te ao Māori, learning to meet our own needs, the beliefs that quietly shape our lives, self-worth in relationships and work, and what it looks like to choose a different story. A warm, honest, easeful kōrero about knowing ourselves more deeply, meeting the parts of us we've left behind, and finding our way home. What we cover: Reconnecting with te ao Māori and finding our way home Understanding the needs underneath our behaviours The stories we tell ourselves - and choosing what we want to believe Self-talk, affirmations and learning to treat ourselves with love Building self-worth through the way we care for ourselves Reclaiming the parts of ourselves we've judged or left behind When our work becomes tangled up with our identity and worth Heartbreak, healing and the experiences that crack us open Ego vs intuition - and learning to lean towards connection Attachment, relationships and meeting our own needs Values, purpose and creating a life that feels like you Coming home to who you've been all along CONNECT Tracy Manu  Instagram | @blossom.with.tracy.manu  Website | tracymanu.com  ĀIO Instagram |aio.thepodcast TikTok |@aio.thepodcast Website | www.aiothepodcast.com The Earth Women Cacao  Receive 15% off your next order. Website: https://earthwomen.nz/Use code: AIO15 Using our code supports the ongoing operation of this podcast - thank you.

This might be one of the deepest wānanga we've ever had on Āio to date.⁣ ⁣ Humbled and honoured to welcome teacher, mentor and friend Pā Shaquille Shortland to the podcast.⁣ ⁣ Pā is an Indigenous knowledge holder from Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Terino and Te Orewai. He is a cultural leader and facilitator with more than 15 years of experience offering kaupapa Māori wānanga, reaching more than 25,000 people.⁣ This is a powerful exploration into mātauranga Māori, whakapapa and the vast world of Atua Māori. Together we explore the whakapapa of mauri, the many forms and dimensions of mana, Hine-nui-te-pō and the origins of karanga, and the deeper meaning woven through the process of pōwhiri. We journey into Tāne's role in the conception of humankind and the divine feminine woven through our whakapapa, the distinction between tikanga and ritenga, and the ways our creation stories continue to shape who we are as Māori. Our kōrero also travels beyond this earthly realm — into the wider galaxy, the Atua connected to other planetary realms, parallels with Japanese understandings of Atua, and the preservation of ancient knowledge. We close with a beautiful exploration of how we can begin to deepen our own relationship with Atua Māori. What we cover: The whakapapa of mauri (the lineage of mauri) A deep exploration of mana and it's many forms and dimensions Hine nui te pō and the origins of the karanga  The process of pohiri and it's meaning Tane's role in the conception of humankind and the acknowledgement of the divine feminine passed down through generations. The difference between tikanga and ritenga (customs and practice) The wider galaxy and atua that govern the realms of other planets  How our creation story has shaped our culture How Japanese culture interact with their atua (gods) Preserving Ancient knowledge How we can connect with atua Māori CONNECT Pā Shaquille Shortland Instagram | @pa_shaq Facebook | Shaquille Shortland  ĀIO Instagram | @aio.thepodcast TikTok | @aio.thepodcast  Website | www.aiothepodcast.com Tarikura Kapea Instagram | tarikura_ Pure Nature Receive 10% off your next order. (One-time use code, so stock up!) Website: www.purenature.co.nzUse code: ORA10 Using our code supports the ongoing operation of this podcast - thank you.

There comes a moment in many of our lives when everything we thought was certain begins to unravel. In this deeply personal episode, I step out from behind the interviewer's seat and into the hot seat myself. Joined by one of my besties, somatic and narrative therapist Robbie Fear, I share the story behind my year-long pause from Āio. We explore the heartbreak of grieving a future that never came to be, navigating the end of a loving relationship, losing friendships, rebuilding community, and what it means to begin again when every foundation beneath you has shifted. I also speak candidly about my journey with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), the impact it had on my mental health, and the practices, support and healing that helped me find my way back to myself. This conversation is an invitation into the messiness of being human. It is about learning to use our voice, asking for what we need, embracing community, and trusting that even in seasons of uncertainty, something beautiful is quietly being rebuilt. In this episode we explore: My year away from Āio and why I stepped back Living with PMDD and its impact on mental health Grieving relationships and imagined futures Conscious uncoupling and healing after heartbreak Friendship, community and the courage to ask for support Boundaries, authenticity and reclaiming your voice Building a purpose-led business with integrity Trusting the mystery and beginning again Content note: This episode includes discussion of suicidal ideation in the context of PMDD. If you're moving through something similar, please listen gently and reach out for support if you need it. CONNECT Tarikura Kapea Instagram | @tarikura_ Robbie Fear  Instagram | @robbienofear ĀIO Instagram | @aio.thepodcast TikTok | @aio.thepodcast Website | www.aiothepodcast.com Cacao Discount Earth Women  Website | earthwomen.nz CODE: AIO15  For 15% off your next order.  Rongoā Māori Course Learn how to work with RongoāMāori safetly and effectively Āio x Awhina Henry Rongoa Foundations

Tēnā koe, nau mai hoki mai ki Āio. After eight months off, we are back with an epic Matariki episode featuring Dr Rangi Mātāmua. If you are wanting to deepen your understanding of Matariki, learn how to prepare for it, and discover ways to honour and celebrate this beautiful time, you are in the right place. Dr Rangi Mātāmua is a pioneering Māori scholar who has revolutionised our understanding of Māori astronomy, particularly Matariki. His research has been groundbreaking in its contribution to mātauranga Māori, helping to enlighten both national and international audiences about Māori astronomical knowledge and traditions. His work sits at the interface between mātauranga Māori and Western science, helping reconnect people with maramataka - the Māori lunar calendar - and the natural environment. Dr Rangi is a member of the Matariki Advisory Committee and played a significant role in bringing the Matariki public holiday to fruition. Enjoy this episode e te whānau. Share it with your whānau and friends - Mānawatia a Matariki. What we cover in this episode: • Ngā Mata o te Ariki - The origins of Matariki • Understanding Matariki from a global perspective • Te Kāhui o Matariki - Meeting each star in the cluster • Remembering those who have passed and acknowledging the passage of death • The role of Hine-nui-te-pō • Gregorian time and a Māori understanding of time • A message for wāhine Māori in spiritual spaces CONNECT Dr Rangi Mātāmua Instagram | @proffessormatamua Website | www.livingbythestars.co.nz ĀIO Instagram | @aio.thepodcast TikTok | @aiothepodcast Website | www.aiothepodcast.com Pure Nature Receive 10% off your next order. (One-time use code, so stock up!) Website: www.purenature.co.nz Use code: ORA10 Using our code supports the ongoing operation of this podcast - thank you. Rongoā Māori Course with Awhina Henry Link: Rongoā Māori Foundations  Meditations Link: Āio Meditations

Numbers are more than figures on a page — they hold patterns, archetypes, and stories that shape the way we move through life.  Today, we journey with expert numerologist Chaz Reid, founder of Soulprint, into the ancient philosophy of numerology. If you love astrology, human design, or personality work, this conversation will surely tickle your fancy.  With a quest alive in her heart Chaz supports people to align with their purpose and tune into the wisdom of numbers. She shares how numbers can reveal our life path, soul number, and destiny number — offering both personal insight and a lens for understanding the collective field. May these teachings remind you that purpose is not something we chase, but something written in the fabric of who we already are. WHAT WE COVER: The framework of numerology Life Path Destiny Number Soul Number How to work with numbers Look to the numbers for clues of your purpose Everyday has numerology imprint The universe is feminine CONNECT Chaz Reid  Instagram | @soulprint_nz  Website | www.soulprint.co.nz/ Work with Chaz: 15% off website purchases (including readings) Use code: VIBRATEWHITELIGHT Āio Instagram | @aio.thepodcast  Website | www.aiothepodcast.com Online Rongoā Māori Foundations Course https://www.aiothepodcast.com/rongoafoundations RESOURCES  The Red School, Menturality Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6lR4TBdi7K1V6Nbp4vdp2D?si=0d5975f1f16940b4 TE AWA ATUA - Menstruation in the Pre-colonial Maori World By Ngahuia Murphy https://shorturl.at/ZPify FIND YOUR LIFE PATH NUMBER: 1. Write down your full date of birth in numbers (day, month, year). 2. Add each part separately (day, month, year) until each is reduced to a single digit or Master Number (11, 22, 33). 3. Add those three results together and reduce again to a single digit or Master Number. Example: 31 August 1986 • Day: 31 → 3 + 1 = 4 • Month: August = 8 → 8 • Year: 1 + 9 + 8 + 6 = 24 → 2 + 4= 6 • Total: 4 + 8 + 6 = 18 → 1 + 8 = 9 So, Life Path = 9.

In today's episode with Saoirse Connolly we are exploring Celtic Goddesses and the multifaceted nature of feminine energy. Saoirse is a powerhouse, heart-led with an embodied awareness of her ancestors walking alongside her.  She is a mother, mentor, activist, author and founder of House of Wild Publishing and Rebel Ma Collective. Born and bred in Dublin, Ireland, Saoirse, meaning freedom in Irish, carries the fierce spirit of her Celtic ancestors—storytellers, wisdom keepers and rebel women who were a stand for truth and fought for freedom. This conversation is for anyone wanting to deepen their connection with Celtic Goddesses and the rise of the Divine Feminine. I know you'll feel moved, inspired, and maybe even activated by what Saoirse shares — her words carry the kind of truth that awakens something ancient in us all. This one lit a fire in my soul, a fire that was desperate to roar!  What we cover: Invocation for the Divine Feminine The Journey of Rebel Ma Ancestral Connections and Cultural Background Exploring the Goddess Danu The Sovereignty of Sheela Na Gig The Triple Goddess: Bridget The Wisdom of Bowne The Emergence of the Rebel Matriarch A call for peace  Purchase our book - Rebel Ma: Leading in the time of the feminine https://www.amazon.com/Rebel-Ma-Leading-Feminine-Revolution-ebook/dp/B0FGYFTBBK All proceeds go to the charity "Children not numbers" (https://childrennotnumbers.org/) Supporting children in Gaza. Donate to Nadia and her family who live in Gaza and whose house was bombed. Help them rebuild their life https://shorturl.at/B592m Donate to Meals and Medicals - A Palestinian family who are feeding hundreds of people in Gaza - https://shorturl.at/DZPVF  Your donations matter, they make a difference - donate what you can today! SOCIALS: SAOIRSE CONNOLY Instagram | @sessionswithsaoirse @rebelmarising Website | www.rebelmarising.com ĀIO: A ROAD TO PEACE Instagram | @aio.thepodcast Website | www.aiothepodcast.com

Today I'm joined by a friend Taylor Sol — a sound alchemist, a mauri-led creative, and one of my favourite humans to giggle and be silly with. Specialising in the healing frequency of 432 Hertz, Taylor Sol's music is a melodic tapestry of love, woven through the handpan, Native American flutes, taonga pūoro, and a variety of world instruments. Here, we get a vulnerable telling of his pathway into music and how sound has been his healing modality. Taylor moves many through his artistic and soulful journeys. He facilitates spaces that can offer such healing and freedom. I know you honey's will feast on this esoteric kōrero, thank you for being here xx What we cover: What is alchemy? Taylor's  journey of working with sound 432 hz Breakthroughs with  plant allies The 4 quadrants: light and dark masculine and feminine. Handpan, the balance of duality Pyramids as broadcasters Egypt adventures  Watch on YOUTUBE CONNECT TAYLOR SOL Instagram | @taylorsol Connect | Taylor Sol's Offerings ĀIO: A ROAD TO PEACE  Instagram | @aio.thepodcast Tik Tok | @aio.thepodcast Website | www.aiothepodcast.com  TARIKURA KAPEA Instagram | @tarikura_ ALCHEMY APP Download Taylor's app: sound journeys, meditations, breathwork.  See more or download on Apple Store  SPOTIFY Honey, get amongst Taylor's spotify - such bliss! LINK  Rongoā Māori Foundations Course  Learn More

In this episode, we are joined by the powerful and poetic Ahi Nyx (Te Atiawa, Ngāti Raukawa, Mōriori), a takatāpui kairaranga (weaver) based in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland). Ahi is a living vessel of mātauranga Māori who brings raranga back into our homes, our bodies, our communities — and into the healing of our identity. Raranga, the sacred art of Māori weaving, is more than a craft — it is a portal to remember who we are. Together, we enter Te Whare Pora, the spiritual house of weaving, and explore how raranga reconnects us to ancestral memory, gender fluidity, and the reclamation of our cultural birthrights. Ahi speaks into the complexities of tikanga, when it can be broken and when it must be upheld. We talk about how weaving can be both a personal and collective healing ritual, especially for takatāpui and those carrying intergenerational grief or disconnection from their whakapapa (lingiege). This kōrero unravels what it means to protect our mana, to be a koha not a hōhā, and to stand strong in our truths even in the face of adversity.  Ahi's wānanga are a reclamation. Her presence is a protest. Her weaving is her karakia (prayer). Whether you're Māori or tauiwi (foreigner), takatāpui or tāne (male), wahine (female) or non-binary — this episode will leave you inspired to pick up the threads of your own story, and start weaving them home. What we cover: What is raranga and why it's more than weaving Te Whare Pora and the wairua (spirit) of creation Working with manu (birds) & who can work with their feathers Closed practices, cultural protocols, and breaking tikanga (protocols) Weaving as identity healing for takatāpui and Māori The truth about Māori shoes (yes, we had them!) Gender roles in weaving — and how they're evolving How to protect your energy and sovereignty as a creator Holding sacred space for all identities at marae wānanga (workshops) Standing strong in our truths in the face of adversity The Cacao Ambassador Is offering Āio listeners %15 off your next cacao order Head over to - https://www.thecacaoambassador.com/ Use code: AIO15 SOCIALS: AHI NYX Instagram | @ahi.nyx Website | www.ahiraranga.com ĀIO: A ROAD TO PEACE  Instagram | @aio.thepodcast  Tik Tok | @aio.thepodcast Website | www.aiothepodcast.com  TARIKURA KAPEA Instagram | @tarikura_ RESOURCES: Somatic Dance Training Mentioned in Intro Sarsha Hope www.sarshahope.com/

In this soul-stirring episode, I sit down with mentor and dear sister Únagh De Brún — founder of The Cacao Ambassador and co-founder of Weave Cacao. Únagh shares her extraordinary journey of reconnecting to her indigeneity and the sacred path of creating a cacao blend drawn from the inspiration of her homeland — Ireland. She speaks into how cacao has become a bridge between worlds, cultures, and ancient wisdom. Naturally, the Great Goddess is present throughout this kōrero (conversation), anchoring our love and reverence for the Great Divine and the Feminine current. Together, we explore how true leadership emerges from deep listening, heart-centered entrepreneurship, and reclaiming joy. Únagh shares her journey of walking through a deep soul fracture and offers wisdom and guidance for navigating challenging times. This episode feels like sweet golden honey and will light a fire in your heart. ✨ What we cover: Connecting to your own indigeneity Weaving the magic of Ireland, Pacific cacao and Aotearoa The Celtic Medicine Wheel - bringing you home to your own inner sovereignty The dance between honoring the sacred and deep listening The hidden story of Mary Magdalene Healing our inner Masculine so we can show up fully in our healed Feminine Cultivating sisterhood can save your life Moving through a soul fracture Transform darkness and master the mind Clearing the heart - throat blockage so that we can speak with clarity and grace The Cacao Ambassador Is offering Āio listeners %15 off your orders Head to www.thecacaoambassador.com/ Use code: Aio15 SOCIALS: THE CACAO AMBASSADOR Instagram | @thecacaoambassador Website | www.thecacaoamabassador.com ÚNAGH DE BRÚN Instagram | @unaghdebrun ĀIO: A ROAD TO PEACE Instagram | @aio.thepodcast  Tik Tok | @aio.thepodcastWebsite | www.aiothepodcast.com  TARIKURA KAPEA Instagram | @tarikura_ Resources The Sevenwaters Books https://julietmarillier.com/series/sevenwaters-series/

This week, we are joined by Vinayak (Vinny) Lohan, co-founder of the family business and movement Mother India. More than just a business, Mother India is a mission—to help you rebuild trust in nature's ability to heal and your own ability to heal yourself through nature's wisdom. They offer Ayurvedic care, sourcing the most potent strains of herbs and medicine, and are deeply committed to lab testing for bioavailability, potency, and purity. Vinny is a dear brother who brings insightful whakaaro (thoughts) on natural medicine and the evolution of humankind. Together, we explore the concept of being "Devoted to The Mother"—what does this truly mean, and why does it matter? We also get nerdy about turmeric. Turmeric is all the rage right now, and rightly so! But do you know why and how to consume it correctly? Vinny shares stories of why turmeric harvested with love has more potency.  What we cover: Devotion to The Mother Religion and evolution The intelligence of the creator The suppression of the Goddess Your whakapapa (genealogy) leads to your kaupapa (purpose) Natural medicine as a feminine force The art and complexity of turmeric Shilajit, the essence of the mountains We are moving towards a more indigenous world May peace be upon you  Mother India Is offering Āio listeners 20% off your next order Head over to - www.motherindia.care Use code: AIO20  CONNECT  MOTHER INDIA Instagram | @motherindia.care Website | www.motherinida.care ĀIO: A ROAD TO PEACE  Instagram | @aio.thepodcast   Tik Tok | @aio.thepodcast Website | www.aiothepodcast.com  TARIKURA KAPEA Instagram | @tarikura_

Today I am joined by Prageeth Jayathissa, we unravel the tangled web of cultural appropriation woven through the modern yoga industry. From the colonial roots of yogic practices to the commodification of sacred symbols and the misrepresentation of feminine deities, we hold nothing back. We dive into how capitalism distorts ancient teachings, the unsettling rise of "light supremacy," and why the chakra system you think you know might be more Jungian than yogic. How do we respect yogic roots, serve the community, and still keep the lights on? Join us as we dive into the heart of a powerful, uncomfortable conversation about honoring yoga's essence, not just its aesthetics. Prageeth Jayathissa stems from Sri Lankan origins, but bred in Aotearoa. He fuses his teaching from his grandparents, with ancient scripture, and modern philosophy, to revive and reinvigorate a timeless tradition. He works in sustainability and climate change by day, and explores its integration with yoga by night. Prageeth wrote a flow chart book around this topic and we reference this as our guide throughout the podcast. This episode is not intended to point fingers or to conjure blame or shame, it is purely to bring light to parts of this practice that is asking for collective healing. This discussion is not asking you to stop engaging with yoga, it's asking us to look at our blind spots, to continue our education within this realm and to honour this ancient tradition on and off the mat.  What we cover: The colonisation story of the Indian subcontinent. Understanding the cultural history of yogic tradition Woman in yoga The chakra system we know today is based on Carl Jung's work. The cultural appropriation of feminine deities. Please stop calling your sacred sexuality workshops "Tantra" Light supremacy Capitalism and yoga How can we be off service and still pay our rent? Mindfulness around yoga clothing  Socials: AIO instagram | @aio.thepodcast tik tok | @aio.thepodcast TARIKURA instagram  | @tarikura_ Download Prageeth's Flow Chart for free here - https://jayathissa.yoga/book/moral%20flowcharts%20for%20modern%20yoga.pdf Book Resources mentioned by Prageeth for continued learning: Tantra illuminated: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15731041-tantra-illuminated Inglorious empire: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/307759/inglorious-empire-by-tharoor-shashi/9780141987149 Resources mentioned by Tarikura in the intro: Cacao Emissary Training  https://www.thecacaoambassador.com/cacao-emissaries  Chelita Zainey - Māori healer https://www.chelitazainey.com/offerings/ Sponsor: Absolute Essential Ditch the cheap low grade essential oils and get high quality, sustainably sourced plant extracts for non toxic self care, health and cleaning products.  Visit www.absoluteessential.com Use code: AIO20 For 20% off your next order.

The voice is one of our greatest instruments, the source of our truth and the vessel through which we communicate with the world. How we interact with our voice has a powerful ripple effect in our lives. Attuning to our true note can offer us courage, confidence, and strength as we walk through this world. Today, we are joined by Chloe Crouch, a sound alchemist and vocal coach. Chloe was traditionally trained as a singer and plays multiple instruments. She guides people on potent sound journeys and sings from the depths of her soul. Chloe shares her journey of losing her partner and allowing grief to be present in her voice, offering others the gift of exploring the depths of their own emotions through her transmissions. Chloe provides practical and insightful ways to connect with our voice and find our comfortable pitch. She also blesses us with a few musical offerings—a true delight! This inspiring episode is bound to leave you feeling motivated to connect more deeply with your voice. TRIGGER WARNING. At about 45 minutes in we discuss suidice. No major details, but if you are currently working through this please take extra care.  What we cover: Embodying our voices, coming out of the anxiety pitch. True Note, Heartsong.  Sitting in your comfortable speaking voice. Finding the truth in your voice The mechanics of the voice Chloe's journey moving through grief after the loss of her partner, Connecting back to her after a conscious break Weaving the voice and grief Allowing the fullest experience of grief so that it can safety disperse Acknowledging negative stories that we've created about our voice Chloe shows us different genres and ways of singing The important of strengthening and building trust with our voice  SOCIALS: CHLOE CROUCH instagram | @chloe__palmer__healing__sounds AIO instagram | @aio.thepodcast tik tok | @aio.thepodcast TARIKURA instagram  | @tarikura_

Join us as we explore the vast and glorious world of Aromatic Medicine. Essential oils have been used for centuries in religious ceremonies, medicinal settings, and beauty therapy. They are powerful plant extracts that can directly access your brain! Essential oils can sometimes get a bad wrap, labeled as 'woo woo' and alternative - in this episode you'll learn how essential oils are far more than just 'pretty smells' but can be used to treat illness and disease. We are joined by Bo Hendgen, a Doctor of Osteopathy and a Naturopathic Physician with 42 years of experience. She founded her company, Absolute Essential Ltd, in 1989—a company built on strong sustainability principles to promote health and well-being for our global future. Her company is one of a kind, producing its own professional prescription blends of pure, certified organic essential oils and carriers from the best of the world's medicinal plant harvests. Scent is such a powerful way to attune to our bodies and emotions. As one of the most undervalued senses, it's time scent had its moment in the sun! Tune in and learn how essential oils can support your healing journey. What we cover:  How essential oil is extracted from the plant The importance of sustainable sourcing The history of essential oils Pheromones Carrier oils, how to use essential oils safely Scent is the only medicine you can apply directly to the brain. How essential oils support the brain and body. Recipe for boosting your immune system Recipe for parasites & travel belly Fragrant groups Supporting candida  DISCOUNT CODE: Get 20% off your essential oil orders at  https://absoluteessential.com/ Use promo code: AIO20 CONNECT: ABSOLUTE ESSENTIAL  website | www.absoluteessential.com instagram | @absolute_essential AIO instagram | @aio.thepodcast tik tok | @aio.thepodcast TARIKURA instagram  | @tarikura_ RESOURCES: Ask Dr Bo - A free resource to ask about health issues Ask Dr Bo  Māori healer mentioned in introduction: website - https://www.chelitazainey.com/ instagram - @chelita.zainey Taonga Pūoro Album mentioned in introduction: Kiki Pounamu