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Sharing Gifts

A seed of inspiration was planted by I lecture delivered by Suneel Gupta this week. A few of the gems discussed were the meaning and purpose of life! In this episode Tory talks about how these questions and a few potential answers play into a creative adventure he’s been playing with for the past few months. For more information on Suneel, check out his website at www.suneelgupta.com Sending all the love!

Facebook LIVE

In this episode Tory shares a recording from a Facebook Live event with the ever inspirational Kimberly Spreen-Glick at the Make A Difference Academy. The conversation revolves around complete well being and what Tory has been practicing to make his well being a reality.  For more information on the work that Kimberly does, check out her website www.inspiredwithkimberly.com AND Check out the Make A Difference Academy home page on Facebook. Sending all the love ❤️ 

Circles of Music & Life

Happy November C&P listeners. It’s been an interesting few weeks since the last episode. EP 29 is an extension of the past two episodes where I attempt to put the foundation of a song together and relate it to things that happen in life. It’s been a practice in humility to say the least.  I have so much respect for anyone that does it on a regular basis let alone for a living! I share a few versions of what’s been birthed - it may not be pretty but I’m enjoying the process and everything...

A Hero’s Journey

Writing a song has brought up a few challenges from the past, over the last two weeks which reminds me of Joseph Campbell’s “A Hero’s Journey” What do we do in life: To live with purpose, worthy of a hero. Then once we have a path how do we carry on when we fall on our face. ...and then once we’ve picked ourselves back up...what? This has been a fun challenge :) Thank you to those who wrote in and shared ideas.   And thank you to those of you who took a few moments to even think about i...

Let’s Make Music

That is correct - this week we are reaching out to YOU to support us in writing a song. You don’t need to know anything about writing music - just what sounds good to you. In this episode Tory talks a little bit about how music helps him to enjoy the moments of living and then takes you through some chords that he’s been playing around with to create a song. Please share how you’d like to see the song evolve (happier sounds, slow it down, rock it more!) on our facebook page:  CLICK HERE  ...

Radical Self Expression

Niki White is a connection specialist.  She might not call herself that, but after spending time with her, which you will in this episode, you’ll understand what we mean. Niki calls it like it is, no BS.  This allows her to find meaning/connection in amazing ways. In this episode you’ll learn: How Niki, not only connects but nurtures her relationships with loved ones during quarantine.  Embraces the rituals of a “happy hippy” by connecting with oils, stones and gems. Explores Radical Se...

Emotional Intelligence

Jen Elmquist is a mental wellness expert, marriage and family therapist and author of the book, Relationship Reset - find it on Amazon. In this episode we discuss flipping the narrative of our minds when dealing with being in a prison of our own protection.  Fear is real and we have to deal with our emotional intelligence that impacts our relationships, how we show up for our children as they learn to navigate a new world of school and the state of the world that we are a part of. This w...

New School Through You

2020 - It’s been a year and has a lot to still show up for! As the season shifts and school begins, it’s time to adapt and learn what a new school year could look like. In a New School Through You we get some well sourced advice from “Grandpa Zane” an educator for over 30 years on how you can take care of yourselves as we navigate this new reality of life. We get the chance to talk about some simple ways to incorporate gratitude into your lives each day AND learn how challenging it can be...

We Are Family...and all that we Can Learn from them

Donna Thomas. If you’ve met Donna - you just smiled and felt a gentle warmth sooth your heart.  If you haven’t had the pleasure to meet Donna then we are excited for this opportunity to introduce you to this inspiring soul! In “We Are Family...and all that we Can Learn from them” Donna shares some gems from her experiences growing up, becoming a partner and parent in life. For more information on Donna, check out our website at www.coffeeandprana.com all our love 

A Birthday Breath with MJ

In this episode we dig into our recording archives to bring you the very first recording of Coffee & Prana to celebrate the birth of an incredible soul, Mary Jane Pappas.  Happy Birthday MJ! Even though this recording was really a test of our systems it turned out to be an insightful conversation between a long time meditator, her daughter - our C&P host Zoe Courneya, and a bald guy. Take time to notice the truth in this breath, its what we’ve got. All our love from www.coffeeandprana.com

Peaceful Warriors

What does it take to be a Peaceful Warrior in our world today and where can you go to learn about integrating these practices into your life? In episode 21, Carrington Jackson shares more about her work with OTM, Off The Matt and the Off The Matt Leadership Summit that happened back in April, 2020. Here is a link to all the amazing education that Off The Mat has to offer: https://www.offthematintotheworld.org/ Remember to take time to breathe, dance, wake up to life as it is happening now....

Waking a Critical Mass for Change

How can we get involved to make change in this world? We know it’s needed but so many of us stop because we’re afraid of doing it wrong and therefore the status quo continues and injustice prevails. In episode 20 Carrington Jackson shares some actionable ways for you to get involved and be a positive light for change in our world. Learn more about Carrington at https://www.coffeeandprana.com/tory-schaefer Sending love - www.coffeeandprana.com

Here’s to the We of the World

What do we do when we live in a world that seems lost. The volume of the news and the reactions of everyone around weighs on your heart and you wonder what should I do? Should I lash out at injustice? Should I sit in the middle of a crowded street and protest with peace, with love? Should I continue to feel hopeless and see what happens? All the feelings are real but perhaps the answer isn’t in the “I” it’s waking up to the “We” In this episode we got to speak with Carrington Jackson. htt...

Ground Yourself

We all need time to ground ourselves so we can show up as our best selves in life. In episode 18 we share a brief, 5 minute grounding meditation to get you started. Sending you all love From www.coffeeandprana.com

FREE Gifts...NO JOKE...FREE GIFTS from Kimberly Spreen-Glick

In this final episode (for this interview) with Kimberly she really does share FREE Gifts.  Listen and learn how to incorporate them into your life. As Kimberly talks about the courses that she is offering to our Coffee & Prana listeners, hear the passion that has guided Kimberly to this place of supporting others to live an inspired life.  Feel the love that she so willingly shares with the world! Thank you so much Kimberly Spreen-Glick.  Check out her website www.inspiredwithkimberly.com ...

The Purpose of Life...

The Purpose of Life. There’s a loaded conversation, but that’s where this weeks conversation’s went with Kimberly Spreen-Glick. In these last 2 conversations with Kimberly we talk about: Listening to your calling.   Tools to guide you. The Book of Face and The Insta  - www.inspiredwithkimberly.com is where you can find more information about all the wonderful ways to get inspired with Kimberly. Sending you and all your community love - www.coffeeandprana.com

Fulfillment w/ Kimberly Spreen-Glick

In episode 15 we are blessed to be joined with Kimberly Spreen-Glick as she shares fundamental practices in her personal success and what it means to live in fulfillment. Find more inspiration with Kimberly at www.inspiredwithkimberly.com Sending you all our love - www.coffeeandprana.com

The Power In Your Heart with Kimberly Spreen-Glick

Have you ever had an opportunity pass by, to leave you later wondering...”what would have happened?” In episode 14 we discuss how you can tap into the power in your heart to empower yourself to say yes when opportunity shows up. A huge thank you to Kimberly Spreen-Glick for all the inspiration she has shared with www.coffeeandprana.com this month.   You can find more of Kimberly’s inspiration at her website:  www.inspiredwithkimberly.com Sending love to you all!

Children - The Greatest Gift We Can Give with Kimberly Spreen Glick

One of the most challenging things a parent has to endure is the suffering of their child.   In episode 13 of Coffee & Prana, Kimberly shares how her life and mindful practice has given her some useful tools to show up as a parent. Give it a listen!   Sending love to you and your families, from www.coffeeandprana.com

Light Up the World with Kimberly Spreen Glick

Welcome to the inspiring mind of Kimberly Spreen Glick in this first of 5 episodes! In this episode Kimberly shares what we all can gleam from life while on our journey, learning to deal with our tale of two selves to become who we really are. Be brave enough to ask the question, what makes me come alive?  So I can be an inspiration to light up the world. Listen in. Sending love to you all, Learn more about Kimberly and how to connect with her inspiration on www.coffeeandprana.com

Gratitude for the Future

What does Earth 2.0 look like when we, as a human tribe move forward from this epidemic unified and connected stronger. Anthony shares what we need to make sure we take with us and what we need to shed to make gratitude for our future to be possible. Share love - www.coffeeandprana.com

Get out of Fear, Anxiety and Stress with Anthony Chavez

Anthony shares his own practices as well as offers up some simple techniques on how we can all get out of fear, anxiety and stress.  Now you are ready to live! Sending love from www.coffeeandprana.com

Baseball, Failure, Hugs and Living on the Edge with Anthony Chavez

In episode 8 Anthony talks about his life journey, how it paved the way for him to become an inspirational leader by facing failure through team sports, finding yoga to balance out competitiveness with vulnerability and exploring edges to become more present. When you can no longer change the situation you are forced to change yourself  ~Viktor Frankl  Check it out photos from this episodes conversation 😂 - www.coffeeandprana.com 

Gateway for Transformation with Anthony Chavez

Episode 9 Anthony talks about his sankalpa = an intention formed by the heart and mind.  How he has found ways to use this to shift his consciousness to find freedom through some of the harder moments of life.   Be a stand for humanity. ~Anthony Chavez 

Wake Up to Your Future with Anthony Chavez

In this first episode of 5 with the all inspiring Anthony Chavez we discuss what it means to incorporate a ritual everyday that supports connection and gets you in the right head space to face your day. Sending love to you all - www.coffeeandprana.com 

The Reset

Meditation can be short and accessible.   In todays episode you’ll learn a technique called the reset, it only takes a couple of minutes to do.   It will allow you to acknowledge what has been so you can be awake for the now. Keep breathing.  Sending all our love www.coffeeandprana.com

Contentment Enthusiast (Part 2 of 3)

In part 2 of Contentment Enthusiast, Zoe Courneya talks about how she’s been inspired to find new ways to invest in friendships and shares some helpful ways for you to make new connections. Make this day count. Check out other episodes of Coffee & Prana at www.coffeeandprana.com

Contentment Enthusiast (Part 3, the end)

In the final part of contentment enthusiast Zoe shares stories about a couple social posts.  Photo’s can be seen on the Featured Inspiration page;  https://www.coffeeandprana.com/tory-schaefer And why Zoe is drawn to live her life as a Contentment Enthusiast, what that means to her and how to move beyond the titles that we label ourselves with. Sharing love with you all.

Contentment Enthusiast (part 1)

In Episode 3, part 1.  We are joined by the multi-talented and co-host of Coffee & Prana, Zoe Courneya. In part 1 we discuss the purpose and challenges in creating schedules and rituals within the 4th week of Zoe’s quarantine and the exercises that help create contentment. www.coffeeandprana.com

Finding Calm

In this short 5 minute episode you’ll learn the power your breath has to inspire calmness. It only takes a couple of minutes.  Check it out. www.coffeeandprana.com

Stress of Change

When we face change in life it causes stress.  But do we allow stress to become our story or can we learn how to be inspiration in the face of change. In this first episode.   Tory shares a story about change and how one young woman went seeking advice. www.coffeeandprana.com