Navigating Life and Career Paths Intuitively with Heather Mason

Yoga Therapy Hour with Amy Wheeler

Episode Overview: In this inspiring episode, Amy Wheeler welcomes Heather Mason, Founder of the Minded Institute. Minded Institute offers a unique yoga therapy + psychotherapy school in London. Heather discusses her journey toward creating and accrediting her innovative training program within the university system. The conversation evolves into a deeper exploration of living purposefully, tuning into our professional paths, and the art of deep inner listening.

Key Points Discussed:

· Creating a Unique Educational Path: Heather shares her experiences in establishing a successful school that merges yoga therapy with psychotherapy, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of getting the program accredited by the university system.

· Life Purpose and Professional Paths: The dialogue shifts towards understanding one's life purpose and finding the right professional trajectory through deep inner listening and being open to the universe's signs.

· Intuitive Decision-Making: Heather opens up about her personal approach to decision-making. Contrary to conventional goal-setting, she emphasizes staying present, responsive, and trusting her intuition to guide her steps.

· The Journey of Non-Planning: Heather discusses her method of moving through life without rigid plans, such as typical 3 or 5-year strategies, focusing instead on remaining awake to opportunities and trusting herself to make sound decisions at every turn.

· Being of Service: The episode concludes with Heather sharing insights on how to use one's gifts effectively and be of service, while also accommodating personal challenges.

Guest Bio: Heather Mason is a pioneer in integrating yoga therapy and psychotherapy into a formal educational program. Her work not only enriches her students but also contributes significantly to the broader field, setting new standards in holistic health education.

Closing Thoughts: Heather's journey is a testament to the power of intuition and flexibility in achieving professional success and personal fulfillment. Her story encourages listeners to trust their paths, embrace their capabilities, and remain open to life's limitless possibilities.

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