The Science of Light

The Science of Light

Hosted by: Rosemary Holbrook

The Science of Light is a podcast that weaves stories, research, and philosophy to make sense of life. Join me, Rosemary, in exploring holistic wellness topics from a perspective that blends spirituality with science....

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Episodes

27. Get Unstuck with Yoga: Pratipaksha Bhavana

A common tenet of Ayurveda is "like increases like, and opposites bring balance". On this episode, we explore where that idea comes from in a few places in yoga philosophy (including ancient texts such as the...
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26. Holistic Wellness with Cassie Hoelzl from EVERYbody Podcast

Tune into this serendipitous interview to get two seemingly different, but very overlapping, perspectives on holistic health. I met Cassie on a yoga hike (through namasteinnature.com), and we instantly connected based...
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25. Work Life Balance: A Yogic Perspective

 Is finding a balance between work and life frequently a struggle? You're not alone, and yoga can help! The good news is, yoga philosophy and especially Vedic astrology offer some validation that we will be constantly...
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24. Venus, the Rose Lineage, and Divine Feminine Empowerment with Amber Brown-Short

This episode is RICH with resources, stories, and inspiration from Amber Brown-Short, a Divine Feminine Empowerment coach who uses archetypes, embodiment, and so much more to empower women. Amber's story is nothing...
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23. Is this my intuition, or a trauma response?

When you get a "gut feeling" about something, how do you know if it's truly your intuition speaking to you, rather than some pent up emotion or unresolved trauma? Both things (intuition and trauma) can show up in...
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22. Living in Alignment with Nature's Seasons and Cycles using Ayurveda and Astrology

We can all thrive when our routines match our needs--whether that be our physical, personal needs, or the demands of our life. Many wellness professionals preach a one-size-fits-all approach, but yoga, astrology, and...
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21. Perception is Reality: Intro to the Kleshas

Often when we practice yoga, meditation, or study astrology, it is our goal to increase our self-awareness, whether that be of our body sensations and emotions or how we fit into the natural cycles of life. These are...
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20. Dharana: Shiny Object Syndrome and the Eight Limbs of Yoga

Do you ever suffer from shiny object syndrome? Always chasing the next shiny thing? Feeling spread to thin? Feel like your energy is scattered, or even your mind?The sixth limb of yoga, Dharana, asks us to cultivate...
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19. Speak your Dreams into Existence: Cultivating Community for Manifestation

As a motivational speaker named Jim Rohn once said “You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” This quote is provocative and compelling, but studies have shown that our networks of influence...
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18. Manifesting Your Dreams: Hard Truths and Proven Strategies

Manifesting your dreams is a lifestyle, not a once-and-done event. Listen to this episode to hear some common misconceptions and pitfalls when it comes to manifesting, and then four simple steps to implement these...
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17. Meditation Tips for Resilience: Emotional Awareness vs. Toxic Positivity

We learned in the previous episode with Dr. Marie Cross that meditation and gratitude are science-supported practices for cultivating optimism, positivity, and even better health outcomes. Additionally, at the...
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16. The Science of Smiling with Dr. Marie Cross

On this episode, I interview Dr. Marie Cross, a professor of biobehavioral health at Penn State University, who studies the connection between positivity and health outcomes. Specifically, she studies the effects of...
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