Ep. 19 - Ayurvedic Doctor: Martha Soffer, Surya Spa

Martha Soffer joins Lacy on this episode of the EXPANDED Podcast. She shares her journey of becoming an Ayurvedic practitioner, which she has practiced for over 30 years. Her passion for healing with Ayurveda inspired her to open Surya Spa with her husband, which has grown tenfold since its beginning. Martha discusses how she started her business, practices for healing with Ayurveda, preparing for becoming a parent and so much more in this rich episode. DRE Challenge - Use the code UPGRADE for $100 off your Formula & Magnetism purchase. Lacy’s Manifestation Tip Taking Inventory In this episode, we talk about: Shifting from studying computer science to transcendental meditation Moving to Iowa to go to the Maharishi School Learning to understand how food affects your body in positive and negative ways Working at the Maharishi clinic and meeting her husband Roger Abhyanga massage The Vata dosha & slowing down in your daily life Growing up around her grandmother’s farm Hormonal changes in adolescence and menopause Choosing foods that don’t aggravate your hormones Our technology use and what it’s doing Having the knowledge to help her son during his birth Mother Baby Program Piercings and tattoos on the body Appendicitis and UTI treatment with herbs Abhyanga for men Awareness of chemicals in our products and our food Ayurvedic rituals you can start doing today Resources: [Maharishi School(https://maharishischool.org/) Shatavari Mother Baby Program (if we’re keeping this in) Book: Ayurveda - Dr. Vasant Lad Where to find Martha: Website - suryaspa.com Instagram - @suryaspaayurveda Facebook - @suryaspaayurveda For more information on this episode with Natalie, click here To watch the full video on YouTube, click here For more To Be Magnetic: To Be Magnetic TBM Newsletter HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill) Available now! The Expanded Podcast , from To Be Magnetic™ (TBM) , is the leading manifestation podcast rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and energetics . Hosted by TBM’s Chief Content Officer Jessica Gill , with monthly appearances from founder Lacy Phillips , Expanded is where science and the mystical meet to help you manifest in the most grounded, practical, and life-changing way. At TBM, we’ve redefined manifestation through Neural Manifestation™ —our proven, science-backed method developed with neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart . This process helps you reprogram limiting beliefs at the subconscious level so you can create the life most aligned with your authenticity. Each week, we take you inside the TBM practice to help you expand your subconscious to believe what you desire is possible . Through expert interviews, thought leader conversations, TBM teachings, and real member success stories, you’ll learn how to: – Rewire your subconscious mind and step into your worth – Heal your inner child and integrate shadow work – Set boundaries, strengthen intuition, and reclaim self-worth – Manifest relationships, careers, abundance, and experiences that align with your true self With over than 40 million downloads and a global community in over 100 countries, Expanded has become the gold standard in manifestation content. Think of it as your weekly practice for expanding your mind , believing what you want is possible, and manifesting the life you’re meant to live. Past guests include leading voices such as Mel Robbins, Lewis Howes, Jenna Zoe, Martha Beck, Dr. Joe Dispenza, Dr. Gabor Maté, Mark Groves, and Brianna Wiest . Where To Find Us! @tobemagnetic (IG) @Lacyannephillips Lacy Launched a Substack! - By Candlelight - Join Here @Jessicaashleygill @tobemagnetic (youtube) @expandedpodcast