Today we’re honored to sit with Anahata Ananda, founder of Shamangelic Healing and a master of many worlds: certified yoga teacher, global‑certified coach, shamanic healer, and guide to over 120 retreats across Peru, Bali, Costa Rica, Sedona, Mount Shasta and beyond. Anahata’s name itself— Anahata (the heart chakra) plus Ananda (bliss)—encapsulates the very essence of this episode: a bliss‑filled heart awakening to gratitude. Together we explore how shamans view gratitude as a living, breathing relationship with the Earth. Anahata shares a sacred Lakota prayer that honors every “nation” of creation, from mineral to spirit, and reminds us that the simple refrain “I thank you” is the heartbeat of existence. We travel through the four seasons as medicines of surrender, renewal, inspiration and celebration, and discover how recognizing each cycle can deepen our appreciation for change. We also dive into the language of spirit animals, the synchronicities that whisper guidance, and practical tools you can use right now: a free animal‑spirit guided audio journey, a downloadable PDF of the prayer, and an exclusive discount on Anahata’s Quantum Leap coaching program. If you’re ready to expand your gratitude practice beyond the everyday and step into a shamanic, nature‑centred way of being, this episode is your invitation. Press play, open your heart, and let the wisdom of the ancestors guide you. Resources: Get in touch with Anahata: https://www.instagram.com/anahataananda/ Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code GRATITUDE and depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value! What's your #1 takeaway from this interview? Would love to hear from you in the comments section on Spotify & Youtube! Timestamps: 03:21 – Meaning of “Anahata” (heart chakra)Ananda” (bliss) 04:34 – How shamanic view ties heart & bliss to everyday vibration 05:08 – Shamanic perspective on gratitude & our modern disconnection from nature 06:15 – Common thread of gratitude across world‑wide indigenous traditions 07:03 – Native peoples’ reverence for food, weather, and basic gifts 07:18 – Introduction to the Lakota Sioux prayer “Aho Mata Koyasan” 08:05 – Full recitation of the prayer honoring mineral, plant, animal, human, spirit nations 09:38 – Reflection on “I thank you” as the prayer’s core mantra 11:37 – Recognizing nature’s essential services (trees, sun, bees, rain) 12:46 – Gratitude for change, seasons, and growth; embracing the winds of change 14:14 – Seeing all elements of nature as relatives – fostering protective care 15:01 – “Grandmother Ocean” metaphor & asking permission before using nature 16:05 – Interconnectedness of water, food, and our bodies 16:22 – Equality of all “nations” (plants, animals, humans) to deepen reverence 17:27 – Honoring shadow & darkness as teachers; gratitude for challenges 18:28 – Seasonal lens: appreciating each season’s unique medicine 19:25 – Fall: surrender, letting go, clearing space for new growth 21:09 – Identifying what to release (beliefs, relationships, habits) in fall 22:38 – Winter: inward reflection, root‑strengthening, soul‑inspiration 24:15 – Spring: passionate birthing, new beginnings, fire element 24:48 – Summer: playfulness, celebration, abundance, gratitude for harvest 25:53 – Summary of seasonal medicines & how they guide gratitude practice 26:59 – Nature as a living “church” – lessons from mountains, butterflies, trees 28:40 – Using natural symbols (tree roots, mountain steadiness) for personal 30:07 – Gratitude in action: listening to nature’s teachings beyond words 30:41 – Spirit animals intro & free animal‑spirit guided audio offering 31:15 – Encouragement to notice recurring local animals & their messages 32:35 – Animal symbolism varies across cultures; explore personal totems 33:34 – Anomalous animal appearances (e.g., dragonfly in desert) as synchronicities 35:42 – Shamanic communication through heart‑felt symbols, not just logical text 36:58 – Live examples: blue jay, hummingbird, squirrels delivering client insights 38:23 – Tuning into the “spirit nation” amid mental busyness 39:37 – Repeating messages increase clarity; importance of receptive awareness 40:42 – Universe’s purpose: guide us back to power, path, and impact 41:17 – Real‑time synchronicity: lucky seed fluttering during the conversation 42:58 – Co‑creating with miracles; shifting from “nothing is miraculous” to “everything is” 44:14 – Einstein quote on living as if everything is a miracle 45:29 – Personal story: climbing a 12,600‑ft summit step‑by‑step as gratitude practice 46:13 – Seeds in darkness: trusting inner potential during “night of the soul” Experience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundance Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
