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Hi! I am an Ayurvedic health consultant, yoga instructor, speaker, and colon cancer thriver. I use a unique integrative approach to living more moments in joy.

This is a little background about my biggest awakening and how it plopped me into the happiest life I've ever imagined.

After I had a colon cancer removed, I had an ostomy for ten months. My large intestine was cut in two, part of it removed along with the tumor, and the other part sewn through the surface of my abdomen so I could eliminate. As bizarre as the procedure sounds to someone who is unfamiliar, the body can function very well that way. Yes, it was a change, but it also meant I got to live so I never had hard feelings about it.

I remember when I said out loud to someone for the first time that my insides were outside of my body. And just then, it clicked. This was my pathway to inside out living: a life of vibrancy, depth, and full-on vulnerability. Each day after my surgery I chose to let it all hang out and not be scared of the unknown. I decided I would be publicly open about my journey, and in turn I have gained an army of supporters who watch and cheer for me as I forge ahead. My surgeon asked me to be the Keynote Speaker at his annual Colorectal Cancer Symposium. Together he and I are the core of a major colon cancer screening awareness campaign through Roper St. Francis Cancer Center, where I received the bulk of my treatment.

Now I offer a pathway to inside out healing. I provide guidance for others to gracefully navigate through the ebbs and flows of life. The protective suit of armor that so many of us wear is a means to get through the day but not through the muck. We have to be willing to feel the good, bad, and the ugly in order to shed layers and renew. Once that happens, true connection with self emerges. Creativity will flow. Doors will open. Life will improve. I am a down-to-earth, young-at-heart woman who infuses the wisdom from my studies and rawness of my own experiences with colon cancer, multiple major surgeries, life with an ostomy, the loss of my dad, grief, anxiety, and depression to help you remove blockages and maintain an optimal quality of life. I keep it real.

My motto? Connect to your innate healing wisdom.

My Programs

...equip you with a toolbox to soar beyond the ups and downs, twists and turns, rises and falls of life. There is a misconception that stress only happens when we are in a serious rut. But the reality is that it can weigh on our shoulders during happy times like holidays, weddings, and having a child. One thing is for sure: life is unpredictable. And it can get sticky! Whatever you do, do not resist the shifts. Change is there to help you, no matter how unsightly the gift wrap. And so am I.

I am here to meet you where you are NOW. Through my signature Embrace the Fall programming, I enlighten, enliven, and encourage YOU to:

  1. create space and time to connect with yourself;
  2. set goals;
  3. develop a clear set of priorities.

Then use these simple practices to maintain 1, set a pathway to 2, while keeping 3 in mind. 

If you are seeking a program that is completed crafted for you, I have a limited number of clients where I offer individual guidance. My Couch Conversations 1+1 offer unique insights that illuminate your true nature in a way that helps you predict the effects changes will have on your mental, physical, emotional, and soul bodies before it takes place. If you are looking for a dynamic package in person, I keep a few weekends open for full-on RESTORATION.

The result?

CONQUER YOUR FEARS. LIVE IN VIBRANT HEALTH. WIN THE SPIRITUAL JACKPOT.

“You have never known health the way you will when you start stopping the blame, shame, guilt, and excuses and put that time and energy toward your #1 investment: YOUR WELL BEING”
— Caryn O'Hara

What will you find?

When you visit my virtual living room, you will find my blog, video tips, and inbox goodness. (To receive my newsletter, you can also sign up in the pink box.) On the inside out blog, I may share a cup of my favorite soul-soothing tea, an exceptional recipe, exercise, quote, trend, or kombucha that is currently rocking my world. (Have you tried lavendar? One word: YUM.) My live events calendar and online programming are here for you as well. Most of all, you gain instant access to tools specially designed to...

TURN YOUR CHALLENGE INTO YOUR GIFT.

Following a near-fatal illness, I now have the pleasure of leading a vibrant, all-in approach to life. I have twenty years of experience in teaching and coaching roles. My five senses strategies are built for you to pull in what you need for optimal health and learn how to let go of toxins. You will naturally refine your choices - from food and thoughts to relationships and general lifestyle. Believe me. Life can be easier and less stressful.

I love connecting. So kick off your shoes and make yourself at home. In this space, I offer my favorite ways to live a fully loaded, #insideout life. I enlighten, enliven, and encourage you by providing useful, digestible information that kicks your life into high gear.

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In Charleston, SC, America's Top City four years in a row and second city in the world according to Condé Nast, Caryn is one of 50 Most Progressive by Charlie Mag.

enlighten | v. t. - To make clear to the intellect or conscience; to shed the light of truth and knowledge upon.

enliven | v. t. - To give spirit or vivacity to; to make sprightly or cheerful.

encourage | v. t. - To give support, confidence, or hope to (someone).

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Simple choices. Profound shifts. The waiting, wondering, stressing stops now. Happiness awaits.
Every next level of your life will require a different version of you. - unknown . On this #transformationtuesday, let’s consider what hasn’t worked. . Ask yourself ✌🏼 when do I feel shame? ✌🏼 when does the guilt lay on? ✌🏼 on what do I trigger (lose sense of personal consciousness and do/say things straight from the emotional body)? ✌🏼 when does my body feel pain? . These questions will help you determine what scenarios you don’t want to repeat. . It’s like dating, sometimes we know what we DON’T want in a partner more than a clear understanding of what we DO want. . Then ask yourself what you will do after the conclusions you’ve made about the answers above. . The second set of questions are much more challenging because this is when you TAKE ACTION. ✌🏼 Improve your ability to realize that you’re in charge of shaming yourself and it’s your choice if someone is shaming you whether you call them out (gracefully) or take the hit ✌🏼it’s your choice to feel guilt. If you choose to do what you want to feel in alignment with your core values (ie, loyalty, choice, honesty, connection...), then next time do whatever you chose not to/don’t do what you did, so the guilt doesn’t rise ✌🏼 once you notice circumstances that you trigger on, don’t plunk yourself into those situations that create contraction/sadness/anger/fear/less than mentality. Set boundaries. Cut cords. Seek new interactions. ✌🏼 take note of the physical pains. You have this one precious meat suit and if you don’t listen to the way it communicates to you, you won’t have as much life in your years nor years in your life. Listen. . The road isn’t easy, but it sure is sweet when we simplify! . . .
Treat your Monday like Friday! . Jump IN! . It’s the last few days before the fullness of the summer solstice on Friday. . It’s time to get creative. . Do this by starting that regular daily ritual practice hat you’ve been hearing helps to put life in order and just hasn’t taken hold yet - meditate, go to that pop up class that’s coming around again, do what makes your heart sing with adventure and joy! . Take time to be social and it’s a great idea to ensure you are clear your chosen cronies also have the interest of vibing high, so the haze of summer doesn’t reflect in how trustworthy or aligned you are with those you’ve chosen to spend time with. . . Find something fun and insoiring to do with friends is the perfect antidote to letting summer slip by without truly enjoying it! . Do you know simple diet and lifestyle practices that will light you up and yet keep you cool? . Embody The Season is this weekend!! It’s just in time to learn how to let summer bring out the best in you! . . DETAILS :: @themindfulbodypilates June 23/24 10a-12p Register on MindfulBody Pilates website; link in my bio! . ☀️ Ayurvedic summertime practices that keep your spirit bright ☀️ tips for radiant skin, gut, brain, and heart! ☀️ breathing practices that calm from inside out! ☀️ movement practices that keep you strong by riding the energy of the sun the smart way! ☀️ understand how a balanced lifestyle supports less rises in anger and promotes less anxiety in fall! ☀️ food list of great balancing summertime foods! . Also monthly Yoga + Wine 🍷 at @eoexchange !! . . Bring your your mat and your tribe for a fun-loving practice. . . Find details through the link in bio to join us the 4th Monday of the month and starts a week from today on June 25!! . . . .
Do you see how big the smile on my face is? . . The gamut of emotions in high school run thick and often and while I led a fearless lifestyle, I recall some seriously high highs and low lows. . One thing is certain, I loved when my dad did little things to show me how much he loved me - like bring me flowers during homecoming Queen event in McKissick Stadium at Summerville High School. . Thanks, dad, for knowing what makes a young woman smile. . Thank you for seeing me, believing in me, and trusting me. . Thank you for making thoughtful gestures like the one in this photo to remind me you care. . And likely knowing you, you were leading by example to show the young men I was with how a lady can and prefers to be treated. . You are solid. . . I’m so glad I have your earthbound nature, curiosity for all things plant-based, love for travel, and adventurous taste buds. . Miss you. Love you. So glad I’ve learned how to spend time with you even after all these years. . . .
When love overcomes fear. . When grief transcends to grace, when comparison shifts to connection, we recognize our power. . And yes this happened today. . Longtime friends, new relationships . So much yes . Thank you for today, everyone. . I am where I’m meant to be. . Thank you thank you @ellirichter @stillsoulstudio @woodhousechs @hms.logbook @honor_hawkins @priestess.pixi . . . . #yoga #meditation #ayurveda #crystals #flower #essences #selfcare #journal #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #healthyliving #wellness #workshop #event #planneraddict
Waking up feeling light doesn’t happen all on its own. . Full transparency! When I interact with the public/clients/pass friends on the streets, I’m often answering the questions around how I am with positives, affirmatives. . I assure you, this is my truth in that moment. . Just as when you ask how I am and I respond by informing you about my feelings of sadness or fear. . That’s true in that moment if that’s my response to a simple “how are you feeling?” . Communication is a way to be expressive. . It’s a way to connect to creative process and be In it. . I’ve always been an expressive voice creator, word generator, song lyricist. . I would share the silly ones, the joyful, the jingles with my family and friends. . I kept the emotional ones to myself, journaling them and ✨truth✨ I video or audio record them now when I’m really feeling it, connected to source and IN ZEE FLOW. . I want to remember that rawness. . Children respond to my silliness and folks my parents age and the generation before them connect with my Earth-Taurus-wisdom side. . I have Ayurvedic clients and yoga students twice my age tell me I’m a true healer. . Interesting because I don’t refer to myself as such. . In fact, I have this connection to life that actually wonders when people facilitate healing for others why do they need to call themselves healers? . From my standpoint I am not Healing you, YOU are healing you. . . I’m simply doing my job by taking care of myself so I can listen and empathetically feel where you might benefit from wisdoms and lessons and shadow/lightwork I’ve experienced. . So thank you for receiving me. . When I travel through those moments of feeling angry and sad and scared, I remember the learning at some point and I channel my connection to serving up a big healing helping of perspective for us. ✨. . After all, we are in this dance together! . A few @theminiretreatofficial tickets available! Rooftop views • collective laughter • joyful authenticity • delicious food • big time Healing. . Grab ‘em theminiretreat.com 🤸🏼‍♀️ 💃🏼 💎 🌸 ❤️ . .
Hey hey hey! 👋🏼 . . We have surprises for you! . . 🎉 #1... @hms.logbook is giving away not one but two of her totally game-changing💫 journals to one lucky person @theminiretreatofficial guest. . This way the recipient can enjoy using the journal as part of a healing daily ritual and that guest can give the other one to a friend! . Friends, this tool makes journaling fun, simple, and so rewarding! . . And we all know self care is more fun when shared with a buddy. . 🎉 #2... We also have an amazing✨ product bag of the best skincare lines at @colurstudios, a sponsor from The Mini Retreat in March. . . It values at $150.00! . . You just never know what we have in store! . . Feeling all the feels today and announcing this allows my joy to pop into the picture. Literally. 😏 . Thanks, Jen, for stopping by and sprinkling some happy in my sphere! . @ellirichter and I are so grateful and so. flippin. excited for Saturday! . Last ✌🏼days to register! .
Guys! ☀️ . If you’re feeling the friction of the transition between spring and summer, you are not alone. . Use the energy of the new moon (happening today) to get clear about what you have in your life that’s not aligning with what allows you to thrive. . Instead of blaming everyone and everything for your circumstance, STEP UP! . The beauty of this time is it’s the last new moon before the summer solstice. . What does this mean? . The significance lies in the fact that summer is the time of fire 🔥 which equates to transformation 🦋 which leads to radiance 👸🏼🤴🏽!! . . Let the energy of the sun bring you into actions that fuel you. . 🚀 Take on a new hobby. 🚀 Exercise in a new way. 🚀 Initiate a dinner with friends. 🚀 Call your girl/guy friends for a night out. 🚀Tend to your garden. . Take good care of the garden outside your back door AND the inner garden! . Sometimes this means riding the energy of sun’s light beams, making the most of the longest days of the year. . Sometimes it’s more about scaling back so you have the steam to keep moving ahead along the path of your intentions. . Don’t burn so intensely that your lantern goes out! . . I’m in full mode of taking action where inspiration and motivation are calling me to the next step AND when I’m not executing I am in chill mode. . My life behind social media includes healing everyday so when I go to my follow up doctor’s appointments and routine scans (like tomorrow 😳), I don’t spiral into a fireball ☄️ of feels. . Ayurveda encompasses so much wisdom that keeps me laughing authentically, standing proud, and full of life! . With The Mini Retreat only three days away, there is a lot to keep my schedule full AND with good planning I’m dodging the feelings of overwhelm because it’s all taken care of. . From here we welcome those last ticket sales and coast into the weekend. . So excited to live my lifelong dreams of integrating health and community and fun and authenticity and adventure and FREEDOM! . . Thank you for enjoying what my dreams are made of. . Your willingness to dive in inspires the next and the next and the next opportunity for living IN JOY! . . . . . 🚀
I'm hooked on a feeling 🎶 I'm high on believing 🎶 That you're in love with me 🎶 . - Blue Swede . What if we all help each other by offering what’s truly at the core of who we are and what we need? . It’s no surprise so many songs are inspired by love, sex, heartbreak...those experiences drenched in emotion. . Things that build us up are universal. . Things that break us down are universal. . So really, our work is simple. . More love is ALWAYS the answer. . I have always loved relationship, craving connection and being seen. . I recently didn’t manage something well in my personal life and I missed out on seeing some really important people in my life on a very important day. . And it’s going to happen again this weekend. . As a wellness event planner, I find it challenging to plan according to the city’s schedule, venue schedules, my therapy schedule, and the calendar of those I am closest to. . Sometimes I wind up in a low vibration for a bit wondering if I did enough. 🤡 . . And then I remember that those who love me will see the real me, the one who wants to make everyone happy AND the one who understands that I must come first - my health, my happiness, my wealth. . Without this, I won’t live as vibrantly and long as I’d like. . Without this, I won’t be able to offer the love as purely and authentically as I’d like. . So you do you. . Keep living. And please, please keep loving. . The world needs it (and your vote!). . Primaries are today 📆. . . Rock your C O M M U N I T Y L❤️VE. . 📷 @bonafideproductions . #love #prescription #authenticity #medicine #effupgetup #wisdom