Phases with Anita Goa

About Phases with Anita Goa

Welcome to the Phases Podcast with your host, Anita Goa. This podcast is your guide to evolving through the unique phases of life after 40. Tune in for solo reflections, and thought-provoking conversations with guests as we dive into yoga, fitness and what it means to grow and thrive after 40. Each episode blends timeless Eastern wisdom with modern Western science to uncover the secrets to lifelong vitality and personal growth. Join us on the Phases Podcast, where every phase of life is an opportunity to evolve into your best self.

Publisher

Anita Goa

Category

health & fitness · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Nov 2024

Latest episode

28 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

28 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Aug 2026

   Live fully, trust the next step, and embrace your own unfolding w/ Kristy Halvorsen

   Discover how travel, nature, and inner reflection can lead to a deeper understanding of life and your true self. In this deeply reflective conversation on Phases, Anita Goa speaks with Kristy Halvorsen about the extraordinary journey behind her book, The Perfect Unfolding. Kristy shares how she left behind a conventional life as an engineer and firefighter to live nomadically in her Airstream, “Coddi,” following inner knowing, curiosity, and the call to wander. Together, they explore the tension between certainty and the unknown, the wisdom of listening to the body and heart, and the powerful lessons that come from solitude, nature, and life’s unexpected disruptions. Kristy opens up about moments of profound insight, including the year that broke her open, the meaning of “remembering and forgetting,” and how her journey became less about escape and more about awakening. The conversation also touches on yoga philosophy, spiritual guides versus teachers, aging, privilege, and the importance of honoring one’s own path without waiting for permission. Through Kristy’s stories of travel, resilience, and self-discovery, this episode invites listeners to reconsider what it means to live fully, trust the next step, and embrace their own perfect unfolding. Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction to Kristy Halvorsen's Journey 02:02 The Transformative Power of Travel and Wandering 03:51 The Concept of Remembering and Forgetting Our True Nature 07:07 Yoga Philosophy and Inner Connection 10:04 The Courage to Wander and Embrace the Unknown 11:59 Living Off-Grid and in Harmony with Nature 14:49 The Role of Love and Compassion in Life 18:01 Addressing Privilege and Cultural Awareness 19:52 The Power of Inner Knowing and Intuition 23:13 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth 25:57 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Life's Unfolding 29:48 The Future: Roots, Regenerative Farming, and New Beginnings resources Stay In Touch With Kristy Halvorsen Book: The Perfect Unfolding https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Perfect+Unfolding+Kristy+Halvorsen (https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Perfect+Unfolding+Kristy+Halvorsen) Website: https://kristyhalvorsen.com (https://kristyhalvorsen.com) Instagram: https://instagram.com/kristyhalvorsen (https://instagram.com/kristyhalvorsen) Facebook: https://facebook.com/kristyhalvorsen (https://facebook.com/kristyhalvorsen) Stay In Touch With Anita Goa: Newsletter: http://anitagoa.com/anita/newsletter/ (http://anitagoa.com/anita/newsletter/) Website: http://www.anitagoa.com (http://www.anitagoa.com) http://www.anitagoastudio.com (http://www.anitagoastudio.com) (membership) Anita's Instagram: https://instagram.com/anitagoawellbeing (https://instagram.com/anitagoawellbeing) Phases Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/thephasespodcast (https://instagram.com/thephasespodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anitagoawellbeing (https://www.facebook.com/anitagoawellbeing) self-discovery, wandering, love, travel, nature, spiritual journey, midlife, personal growth, inspiration, mindfulness

2. 

   3 Apr 2026

   Pleasure as a practice: How connection can change you, your relationships and the world

   What if deeper intimacy, connection, and confidence come from within—through your own capacity for pleasure? In this episode, I’m joined by Elana Auerbach (https://www.surethingexperiment.com), author of The Sure Thing, to explore pleasure as a practice and the power of taking 100% responsibility for your own pleasure in transforming your relationship with your body, your partner, and yourself. Whether in partnership or solo, this conversation offers practical tools to feel more alive, confident, and connected. We also explore how embodiment, sensuality, and pleasure can expand into your voice, creativity, and societal impact. Time stamps: 0:00 - 1:29: Introduction 2:07 - 3:35: Discussion on pleasure, shame, and personal responsibility. 4:03 - 5:46: Addressing societal shame and its impact. 6:55 - 18:19 Elana's personal journey and the concept of pleasure as a practice. 18:19 - 19:11: Benefits of regular pleasure practices and personal transformation. 25:11 - 27:18: Advice for those with partners not open to pleasure practices. 30:08 - 32:18: Sensuality as nourishment and its health benefits. 33:35 - 34:53: Love as a positive force and yoga practice. 35:20 - 37:09: Historical perspectives and starting new practices. 45:08 - 49:15: Elana's awakening, discussion on white privilege and societal change. 52:08 - 55:15: Closing thoughts Stay In Touch With Elana + resources Website - https://www.surethingexperiment.com (https://www.surethingexperiment.com) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/elanauerbach (https://www.instagram.com/elanauerbach) Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/elanauerbach (https://www.facebook.com/elanauerbach) This Sure Thing Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXYZ1234 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXYZ1234) Free Gift (http://SureThingExperiment.com) - https://www.surethingexperiment.com (https://www.surethingexperiment.com) Stay In Touch With Anita Goa: Newsletter: http://anitagoa.com/anita/newsletter/ (http://anitagoa.com/anita/newsletter/) Website: http://www.anitagoa.com (http://www.anitagoa.com) http://www.anitagoastudio.com (http://www.anitagoastudio.com) (membership) Anita's Instagram: https://instagram.com/anitagoawellbeing (https://instagram.com/anitagoawellbeing) Phases Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/thephasespodcast (https://instagram.com/thephasespodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anitagoawellbeing (https://www.facebook.com/anitagoawellbeing) pleasure, self-love, intimacy, personal growth, cultural conditioning, weekly practice, empowerment, sexuality, emotional health, societal change

3. 

   27 Mar 2026

   Unapologetic Aging: Who Decides How You Should Age? Breaking Free from Body & Age Rules w/ Deb Benfield

   In this insightful conversation, Deb Benfield discusses aging unapologetically, challenging societal norms around body image, ageism, and wellness culture. She shares her journey as a dietitian, the importance of relational self-awareness, and practical practices for embracing body changes with confidence and compassion. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction to the Phases Podcast and the question: What if nothing was wrong with your body at midlife? 2:00 Deb Benfield shares her journey, experiences with body image, diet culture, and wellness culture. 10:00 Exploring societal pressures, body hierarchy, whiteness, and the impact on midlife self-perception. 20:00 Discussion on ageism, internalized beliefs, neuroplasticity, and expanding perceptions of beauty. 30:00 Practices for self-awareness, body acceptance, and recognizing internal biases. 40:00 Midlife self-care, movement, strength training, and cultivating confidence and compassion. 50:00 Closing thoughts, reflections on unapologetic aging, and where to find Deb Benfield. Stay In Touch With Deb Benfield + resources mentioned in episode Deborah Benfield website https://www.debrabenfield.com/ (https://www.debrabenfield.com/) Deborah Benfield on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/agingbodyliberation/ (https://www.instagram.com/agingbodyliberation/) Deborah Benfield on Substack - https://debrabenfield.substack.com (https://debrabenfield.substack.com) Implicit Bias Test (Harvard) - https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/ (https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/) Unapologetic Aging (Book) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXYZ1234 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXYZ1234) Stay In Touch With Anita Goa: Newsletter: http://anitagoa.com/anita/newsletter/ (http://anitagoa.com/anita/newsletter/) Website: http://www.anitagoa.com (http://www.anitagoa.com) http://www.anitagoastudio.com (http://www.anitagoastudio.com) (membership) Anita's Instagram: https://instagram.com/anitagoawellbeing (https://instagram.com/anitagoawellbeing) Phases Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/thephasespodcast (https://instagram.com/thephasespodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anitagoawellbeing (https://www.facebook.com/anitagoawellbeing) keywords aging, body image, ageism, wellness culture, self-acceptance, body positivity, menopause, internalized bias, health, empowerment

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