The MAT with Nicole Katz

Let’s talk about the world your child is actually growing up in.

It’s not the one we were raised in.I
t’s louder.
Faster.
MUCH more connected.
And full of messages about s*x, bodies, and relationships—most of which are landing long before we think they are.

So today, we’re talking about what might be the most important piece of all:

Being the voice they trust—before someone or something else fills that space.

You don’t need to be perfect.
You just need to show up early enough, clearly enough, and often enough that your child learns: This is someone I can come to. This is someone who won’t shut me down.

Let’s walk through what that looks like—and how to begin today.

Head over to stories for today’s full guide and to join us for the complimentary conversation we’re hosting this Thursday morning where you’ll get a chance to ask your questions live!
and I can’t wait to see you there! You’re not on this journey alone- we got you!

Welcome to Day 3 of The Talk, Reimagined

Yesterday, we explored the root of the freeze—the stories and silence that live underneath our discomfort.Today, we move into one of the biggest questions we hear from parents: “What do I actually say?” Because even when we want to be open, supportive, and honest…
Even when we know the conversation needs to happen…
We often don’t know how to begin.
So today is about language.
The simple, developmentally-appropriate words and phrases that help you say something meaningful—without freezing, fumbling, or shutting the moment down.

Let’s dive in. —> Click the link in stories for the full details and todays guide

We hear it all the time.
“When my kid brings up s*x or their body… I freeze.”

In fact, when we asked, the vast majority of you said the same.
You freeze.
Or change the subject.
Or hope the question just… passes.

And honestly? That makes sense.
Most of us were never taught how to talk about this.
We weren’t given the language, the timing, or the tools.
So now—we learn. Together.

This post is part of a weeklong series we’re sharing, pulled straight from The Talk, Reimagined—the course I created with to support parents in having these conversations early, with confidence and care.

Because if we weren’t given it… we build it now.

We’re walking through three truths every mindful parent should know:

1. It starts sooner than you think- and why that’s important to know
2. What to actually say (and when)
3. How to become the one they trust in a world full of noise

Today’s focus?
THE TIMELINE

We’ve been told “the talk” happens later—middle school, puberty, maybe school covers it.
But by then? The foundation’s already been laid.
The messages are already landing.
And most of them aren’t coming from you.

Development starts early.
So do the conversations that shape how our kids feel about their bodies, boundaries, and relationships.
As early as age 3

This isn’t about rushing—it’s about showing up early with clarity, presence, and just enough language to let them know they’re safe with you.

Head to Stories for today’s full breakdown + sign up for our free live session next week.
We’re walking you through what to say, when to say it, and how to feel actually ready.

If it’s news to you that this starts earlier than you thought…
👇 Comment “!” below. You are SO not alone.

And no — I’m not talking about the voice that tells you who you’re not.
Not the one that lists your flaws, your too-much-ness or not-enough-ness.

I’m talking about the calm, steady knowing.
The voice that remembers who you are.
All that you came here to be.
All the joy that’s your birthright.

Here’s your SHED practice today:
One hand on your heart. One on your belly.
Close your eyes.
Take 3 full breaths.

Then ask:
What’s trying to come through me?
What’s quietly blooming beneath the noise?

Save this practice. Come back to it anytime self-doubt starts to get loud.
The wisdom is there.
It always has been.

With love from me and the SHED course co-creator — your journey is ready when you are. (Link in bio for course details)

Your body is wise.

Even when it’s tired, disconnected, or heavy — it’s speaking to you.

Today’s SHED practice is a check-in with your Self.
Not your schedule. Not your diet.
Your deep inner knowing.

Swipe through to explore the first of this week’s mini practices —
designed to help you reconnect, reflect, and begin to gently release what’s no longer serving.

These aren’t just mindset shifts.
They’re invitations to come home to yourself.
To ask questions that stir something deeper.
To listen to the answers that arrive in an instant — before your mind has time to edit them.

That’s how you know.
You are wise.
The answers are already in you.

SHED was created to help you trust that inner knowing — and move toward your goals with peace, not pressure.

We’ll be sharing reflections and practices all week.
You can follow along — or visit the link in our bios if you feel called to go deeper into the SHED program.

🌀 With +

This season is all about release.
But and I aren’t interested in quick fixes that put more stress on already taxed systems.

We’re here to offer something deeper.

A space to slow down and listen inward.

To clear what’s no longer serving — physically, emotionally, energetically.

To reset in a way that’s supportive, sustainable, and rooted in real, lasting healing.

SHED is the natural evolution of the work we’ve been doing together for years —

A holistic invitation to return to to your body, to your rhythm, to your body’s wisdom, to your truest self.

You are not broken.
You are not behind.
But if something is in the way of your most vibrant, aligned self…
We’d be honored to walk with you as you begin the journey of shedding — gently, intentionally, and together.
This week, we’re dedicating our space — here and in your inbox — to reframing what it means to cleanse.

We’ll be sharing tools, reflections, and inspiration every step of the way.

And if you feel called to go deeper, you can visit our websites or the link in bio to explore the SHED program.
With +

Homework style ✨☺️

This is what snowy day prep looks like!
Todays prep is for my upcoming retreat

The purpose and intent of this quick getaway is to deeply restore.

To do that I’m leaning into winter, not away from it- she has so many gifts to give us

Some of what I’m planning:

Going inward, —> restorative pose goodness
tapping into hidden resources—> meditation and journal explorations

Connecting to strength—> what’s better than a winter fire- and our flows will have this and I’m guessing has some real fires for us too!

Connecting to nature—> daily nature walks at this beautiful property are on the docket! And the wonderful team even let me play with our menu to make sure we’re eating along with Ayurvedic principles for this time of year- (they came up with such yummy things!)

Connecting to wisdom—> daily circle up discussions

Connecting to fun—> all of this plus a room of one’s own plus meals together!

It’s not too late to join us Feb 12-14, link in stories to sign up.

My dream recharge solo day

Hot coffee in bed- that I didn’t have to make ;)
Time to journal
Time to move
Time in nature
Delicious food- I didn’t plan for, shop for, cook or clean
A long hot shower
Deep rest time
A glass of wine with women I love
A delicious bed to fall into by 9pm

How does this sound to you my friends?!

What’s your dream recharge solo day?

motherhood



Tag a mama you love and ask her! Maybe help her get one of those things for love day this week!

Or just join me Feb 12-14 and get all of it!

When I first read “A Room of One’s Own” by Virginia Woolf in high school, I didn’t yet understand the full weight of her words.

In this iconic essay, Woolf argues that women, to create meaningfully (and we all create!), need not just financial independence but also a room of their own—space free from interruptions.

She describes how women’s creativity often flows differently than men’s (or the non primary caregiver) because caregiving, home life, and other responsibilities force them to stop and start their process, over and over and over again.

Even back then, I had a big “aha” moment. But it wasn’t until I became a mother myself that I truly felt the truth of Woolf’s words. Motherhood became a journey of carving out stolen moments for my own practice, my own work, my own movement—always tucked into the spaces when it would cause the least disruption to my sweet, sweet family. A family I love so, so, so much. And yet, in the midst of caregiving, that longing for uninterrupted space to connect with myself surfaced, and Woolf’s words struck me all over again. And thus began my work first of carving this space out for my Self- but ultimately for YOU too!

It is not in spite of those we care for that we take time away. It is for them—so we can express our full selves uninterrupted and return to them as the bright, shining lights we want to be and that they crave seeing from us.

Even if you are not a mother in the traditional sense—if you are a woman, I am willing to bet that you are giving of yourself to those around you. You likely stop and start what you’re doing to ease the experiences of others. This retreat is for anyone who needs a few days away to BE uninterrupted. To be taken care of at the highest levels and to put down your to-do lists entirely.

In the link in stories are some more inspiring ways this event is helping you carve out time for your self in ways that would make Woolf proud ;) I am hoping they are all the inspo you need to say YES while there is still time.

With great respect and love,
Nicole



Ps who is the wonderful artist who designed this cover?

Hello yogis
As I prepare for my retreat I wanted to share a little about why I wanted to create an experience for you here and deep dive into what I’m crafting for us. Today let’s talk about why an escape into winter nature and why Wildflower Farms…

Nature has always been a cornerstone of my spiritual practice. Yes even winter nature! There’s something about standing in a wide-open forest, feeling the strong silence calm you, the stillness of bare winter trees, and the crisp breeze filling your lungs that invites presence like little else can. And when you take the stillness of nature in winter and combine it with being cared for at the very high level that Wildflower Farms provides, it becomes the perfect setting for something magical to happen—deep, deep stillness, restoration and the return of our spark. The spark so many of us feel dull as life happens and we find ourselves disconnect from what brings us passion and joy!!!

Gifting your Self (or someone else) this experience is more than a treat—it’s a way to honor the part of us that gives so much by allowing that part to receive deeply.

You can find out more about the space and sign up to join me by clicking the link in stories

I cannot wait to experience this space with you!

🔥 The Myth of the Eternal Flame 🔥

Anyone who’s ever built a fire knows this: if you don’t tend to it, feed it, or keep an eye on it, it burns out.

Intimacy and staying “turned on” in life are exactly the same. The idea that s*x or desire should just happen is a shame-inducing myth that keeps us stuck—waiting for something we deeply want, while feeling powerless to create it.

But desire isn’t something that just magically appears. When we claim it as something we ACTIVELY create, we stop waiting for it to happen to us and start building the connection we truly want—with others and within ourselves.

✨ Head to the LINK IN STORIES or HVC in my bio to read more about breaking free from the “eternal flame” myth and sign up for Tuesday’s webinar, where we’ll normalize what lasting intimacy really looks like.

With great respect and love

Do you know the fit of jeans you love? Most of us can easily describe what feels good on our bodies—high-rise, skinny, bootcut. But when it comes to intimacy, how many of us can name what we like and don’t like with that same clarity?

Society pushes the myth that we all have fully developed s*xual identities—that we instinctively know what we want and what feels good. But the truth is, most of us don’t. And what we do know has often been shaped by others—limited by what partners have told us or shown us, often influenced by their own needs and agenda.

Here’s the thing: living any aspect of our lives—whether it’s intimacy, our careers, or even our jeans—out of alignment with what’s truly ours keeps us further from joy, ease, and freedom. Just because someone else loves a flare cut doesn’t mean you have to.

✨ Click the link in stories or high vibe content on my bio to explore this myth further and try a reflective exercise to help you reconnect with your most authentic self.

With great respect and love,

Where did you first learn about your body, anatomy, or s*x? For many of us, the answer isn’t simple. Maybe it was a rushed health class, whispered conversations with friends, or something pieced together over time. Yet somehow, we’re expected to fully understand our bodies—without ever being given the tools, education, or safe space to explore. Today we dive into the reality that most of us do NOT have a full understanding of how our, work and the surprising ramifications of that in our intimate experiences AND in so many other areas as well! (Where should my hips be in down dog anyways, what is the right way to keep my lower back happy and so on and so on)

✨ Click the link in stories to dive into Myth #1 and try a simple exercise to start unpacking it for yourself.

With great respect and love,

Today’s final spotlight is on exactly what’s included in our magical escape to Holbox. Click the link in stories to read all about it!

RSVP by Saturday to access priority pricing 🪄

The response to the 2025 Holbox Retreat has been truly wonderful—thank you. It’s been amazing to see how many of you feel drawn to this special experience. I wish I could share it with you all. And cannot wait to see what special group comes together this year.

Over the next few days, I’ll be sharing a closer look at what makes this retreat so unique, starting with the heart of it all: Holbox. Click the link in stories for a look into why this is not only one of my favorite places on earth but also the place I return to for this retreat year after year.

This retreat, like everything I offer, is intentionally designed—tailored to meet you exactly where you are and to create space for what you need most: connection, renewal, and yes, joy. Because of this personalized approach, space is very limited. If this feels like your moment, Priority Pricing is still available, but only for a short time.

Tomorrow, we’ll dive into what’s included in this transformative experience. For now, I invite you to click ver and imagine yourself on Holbox Island—on a retreat to remember. It’s waiting just for you.
With great respect and love,
NK

MY 2025 MEXICO RETREAT IS HERE
&
You are cordially invited
to join me for a transformative journey
March 19th–23rd, 2025

A curated experience of joy, connection, and growth
in the serene beauty of Holbox, Mexico
Reservations are now open
Priority Pricing is available for a limited time

Details at link in bio
Spots are limited.
Holbox is calling,
now is the perfect moment to say yes.