Find Your Free (The Podcast): Recent Episodes
Rachel Voss
What does “freedom” mean to you? In this podcast, Rachel Voss shares her journey of being a mixed race Black woman, spiritual seeker and guide, entrepreneur, mom and partner, and all of the life in between. A yoga teacher, writer, and medicine woman of the soul, Rachel inspires you to live a life that feels joyful, fulfilling and, most of all, authentic. Weekly episodes are filled with real life insights, meditative moments, and occasional guest appearances. Join Rachel every Tuesday as she encourages you to find your free. Find Rachel on IG: @rachelvossyoga or at: www.rachelvossyoga.com.
It's been over a year since Rachel last recorded a podcast. After taking time to be with the grief of losing her father, she's excited to be back with her 25th episode. In this episode, Rachel is open and vulnerable about the experience of "middle age," and what her life is in reality vs. what she thought it would look like at the age of 45. She also shares about missing life and her yoga community in Maryland, and what it feels like to rebuild her business of Rachel Voss Yoga & Wellness in Georgia. The title of this episode reflects the crossroads moment in life she is currently experiencing. Tune in to hear more about navigating the journey of "The Middle." This episode is a loving reminder to have grace and ease with yourself, and to always remember you are doing the very best you can.
After a six month hiatus, Rachel is back with an update on her life. Tune in to hear about her family's move to Georgia and other transitions she's been navigating, including her father's recent passing and the journey of grief. Grab a cup of tea, and maybe a few tissues, and settle in for this most heartfelt episode.
In this episode, Rachel shares her experience of getting her vocal chords checked out and learning that she will immediately need to adjust how she does business as a result. Tune in for real time insight into a real life entrepreneurial challenge. Rachel gets open and honest as she contemplates the idea of possibly taking a month off from teaching yoga, while also deciding what steps to take next as she works through a business rebrand and navigating the transition of moving from Maryland to Georgia.
In this episode, Rachel shares some of her challenges of coexisting with her next door neighbors. If this is something you can relate to, you’ll especially want to tune in for a good laugh - and a reminder about the importance of learning to shift our perspectives.
After taking some time off for a brief getaway to her hometown, Rachel reflects on the bonds she shares with her family and the importance of staying connected to our roots. Grab a cup of tea, a box of tissues, and settle in for this heartfelt episode.
In this episode, Rachel reveals a big decision that was recently made for and by her family. Tune in to find out where her adventures will take her next.
Rachel shares some of the books that have been an important part of her growth spiritually, as a yoga student and teacher, and as an entrepreneur. The books are shared in order of Rachel’s development - from searching for purpose to taking a leap of faith and leaving the corporate world to build a yogic lifestyle brand. If ever you wanted to know what’s in Rachel’s secret sauce, then tune in to this episode.
In this episode, Rachel explores the concept of duality vs. non-duality. Reflecting on the recent passing of rapper/actor/human DMX and intertwining her own insight, Rachel offers this important reminder: Despite our circumstances and experiences with suffering, we are still whole and worthy beings. Grab a cup of tea, settle into your favorite spot, and tune in to learn more.
Rachel is back on the mic after taking off a week from recording. Using this time for self-reflection, Rachel started having honest conversations with herself about being on the brink of a major burnout. Tune in to this episode to hear Rachel’s insight about navigating this space and the importance of nourishing yourself on a daily basis.
When teaching yoga classes, Rachel often encourages students to honor their bodies. Tune in to this episode as Rachel explores what this looks like. Drawing on her recent experience of getting some much-needed bodywork and acknowledging the gaining of quarantine weight, Rachel shares the journey of learning to physically love herself and the importance of remembering that beauty is reflected from the inside out.
This episode is inspired by a recent Restorative Yoga workshop Rachel was able to virtually attend. Weaving in the benefits of a restorative yoga practice, Rachel shares the insight she learned about seeking refuge in everyday moments. When our mind and body become the refuge we seek - instead of being a place we have to get away from - we open ourselves to the practice of “Santosha.” The experience of contentment in and with our lives.
This episode is inspired by a generous donation that was recently given to Rachel’s yoga community. Reflecting on this, Rachel shares what she’s learned as a creative and entrepreneur when it comes to serving from the heart.
What does joy mean to and for you? And is your joy aligned with doing what’s best for you? In this episode, Rachel shares how she’s still learning true joy and a family experience that challenged her to do what’s best for her. Tune in and take a moment for self-reflection. Your lasting joy is worth it.
This episode is dedicated to Rachel’s favorite girl: Her mom. Tune in for heartfelt insight as Rachel shares how she’s learned patience, compassion, and understanding from the special dynamic that is the mother-daughter relationship. You might want to have some tissue on hand for this one.
In this episode, Rachel shares the story of how she and her mate, David, came together to share a journey in this thing called life. Tune in for insight, inspiration, and life lessons learned from their experience of building a real relationship based on real love.
In this episode, Rachel reflects on the beginning of her yoga teaching journey and how this coincided with the growing popularity of Instagram (and Instagram yoga). Initially struggling with comparing herself to what was on social media, Rachel shares her experience of moving beyond the comparisons and finding her own voice as a yoga teacher and business owner. Whether you practice yoga or not, this episode is a must-listen for anyone on the entrepreneurial path or who is simply trying to develop a more healthy relationship with themselves and live an authentic life. Be you. Do you. And the rest will follow.
Savasana (“sha-vah-sana”) is typically offered as the final posture in a yoga class. It is a space that invites stillness, restoration, and an opportunity to just be. Tune in to this episode for your own guided relaxation experience. Rachel leads you through a 20 minute meditation to help nourish your mind and spirit, and keep you connected to your own personal truth.
In this episode, Rachel shares her story of becoming an entrepreneur and the very important first step of following your heart. Tune in for inspirational insight! This is just the beginning of many more episodes to come on entrepreneurship and honoring your passion.
In this episode, Rachel provides insight, tips, and tools for helping you stay grounded during unsettling times.
Rachel reflects on the incidents that recently occurred at the Capitol building and shares her perspective and experience of being a mixed race Black woman in America.
Happy New Year! In this first episode of 2021, Rachel shares insight from her various experiences with love relationships and the importance of learning to fall in love with the one you’re always with: YOU.
In this episode, Rachel shares writing prompts to help you get clear on what you’re leaving behind in 2020 and to lay the foundation for what you want to manifest in 2021 and beyond. Grab your journal, pen or pencil, and your favorite cup of tea, and get ready to do the work of finding your free.
In Part I of this two-part episode, Rachel reflects on the year that has been 2020. Sharing the perspective of her personal experience, Rachel provides insight on how we can anchor ourselves during these unique times. Tune in to hear how Rachel has been navigating the pandemic, social justice issues, and all of the other life in between.
In this episode, Rachel shares her journey of trying to conceive over 40. Tune in for heartfelt insight on how Rachel is managing this space in time and the importance of trusting each moment.
In the pilot episode, Rachel tells the story of how “Find Your Free” was born and the life circumstances that led her to starting a podcast. Tune in to learn more about the host who will be guiding you through this journey!