We recently connected with Liat Philipson and have shared our conversation below.

Liat, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Was there a defining moment in your professional career? A moment that changed the trajectory of your career?

In retrospect, one of the defining moments in my journey occurred once I was introduced to Yoga in 2001, shortly after giving birth to my second child. The first 20 years of my life evolved around dancing until i was injured. Yoga initially appeared to be a physical exercise that I could enjoy. But almost immediately, I began to feel its impact on my entire being. i learnt that you work with the body and not against it, that the breath is a major part and breathign thru the nose is the way to go, that slow movement didn;t mean less susbstanital or boring.

When we moved to NYC, three years later, I vividly remember lying down in the final relaxation pose, known as savasana, as my teacher gently guided us to relax and let go. Suddenly, I felt tears begin to fall. It was, I believe, one of the first times I truly met myself. Until that moment, I had been living in what I now call my “turbo mind” – constant whirlwind of thoughts, emotions, and endless to-do lists, all of which kept me disconnected from my true essence.

This experience was undoubtedly one of the first doorways to the journey within—a journey that would go on to reshape my life as I know it.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

Nice to meet you.
I’m Liat Philipson—a mother (26, 24, 17), a transformation wisdom teacher, an Iyengar yoga teacher, yoga therapist, Reiki Master, channeler, real estate investor, and a novice author.

My new book, Entitled to Be Enlightened: A Practical Guide to the Spiritual Journey, is currently being published in Hebrew and is also being translated into English. Like a book, my journey has taken me through many chapters, each one revealing a new layer of purpose and connection, bringing me back to myself.

My early years were marked by a deep sense of abandonment, as my biological father left my life. I was fortunate to gain a new father who raised me as his own, providing love and stability. Yet, after 30 years of marriage, my second father also left, and that profound feeling of abandonment resurfaced, plunging me into the darkest period of my life.

Initially, I searched for answers outside myself. Over time, however, I realized that the answers I sought were within. This journey, which began 20 years ago, led me into the transformative world of spirituality and deepened my study and practice of yoga, spiritual healing, channeling, meditation, and manifestation—ultimately leading to the work I do today.

Now, I work primarily with women at various stages of life, whether on individual journeys or in groups through my classes, courses, and women’s retreats. I guide women in connecting with nature, their inner selves, and each other—melding matter and spirit, a skill I’ve learned to weave into every aspect of my life.

I teach transformational wisdom that can be embraced in our daily lives, our relationships, our careers, and our health, reminding us to take the reins of our lives back into our own hands.

My mission is to empower women to live with intention, healing, and purpose by integrating the spiritual with the practical in a way that brings true joy and fulfillment.

Can you share a story from your journey that illustrates your resilience?

My journey has taken me across countries, careers, and countless new beginnings, each move teaching me a different aspect of resilience.

The first big leap was in 2004, when my husband, our two kids (7, 4), and I moved from Israel to New York City. We were excited, but the adjustment was intense. There I was, navigating a new culture, setting up a new home, new carere and supporting my family through this significant transition. Adapting to life in New York required an openness and resilience I hadn’t fully tapped into before, as I found ways to settle into our new life.

Three years later, in 2007, with three kids in tow, we returned to Israel. I wanted to bring something of myself back with me, something meaningful and lasting. So, I opened a private yoga and awareness studio, pouring myself into creating a space where others could find balance and peace.

Building my studio from the ground up was a labor of love, and it required resilience to manage the ups and downs that come with running a business and raising a family. It was deeply fulfilling, yet I knew that one day I might need to let go to make room for something new yet again.

That day came in 2014 when we made the decision to move again, this time to Atlanta. I sold my studio, leaving behind the phenomenal community I’d built and the deep connections we had established. The decision to start fresh wasn’t easy; it meant uprooting once more, starting over with our kids (17, 14, 7), and facing the unknown yet again.

Moving to Atlanta required trusting that all the experiences, skills, and inner strength I’d gained along the way would guide me through this new and exciting chapter.

Each move, each transition, has taught me that resilience isn’t just about adapting; it’s about embracing the growth that comes from change.

Resilience has been my constant companion, helping me forge a path forward, find new connections, and create a meaningful life no matter where I am.

What’s a lesson you had to unlearn and what’s the backstory?

I had to unlearn the idea that all answers come from the outside –

For much of my life, I believed that all knowledge—and all answers—came from external sources. I spent years gathering wisdom from books, teachers, courses and experts, and I still value learning deeply.

In fact, I hold over 20 certificates and diplomas across various fields, each one a valuable tool in my journey and in my work with clients. But I had to unlearn the idea that all answers come from the outside.

Through my journey in yoga, spirituality, and personal transformation, I discovered something even more essential: knowing—an inner wisdom that complements external knowledge and acts as an intuitive compass.

This knowing guides me not only in moments of meditation, but in practical decisions as well.

Whether I’m navigating the challenges of motherhood, building my business, helping clients, healing, making investment decisions, or nurturing my relationships, I first and foremost listen to the inner voice within me.

I draw on both this deeper knowing and my acquired knowledge to guide me through each decision with clarity and intention.

Today, I help others unlearn the belief that all answers lie outside of themselves.

With the right balance, we can use both external knowledge and inner wisdom to live purposeful lives.

Knowledge is valuable, but knowing is invaluable—and that knowing often lies within, just waiting to be heard!

Contact Info:

• Website: https://awarenessspace.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liatphilipson/
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/liatphilipson
• Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/liat-philipson-bb985a169
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awarenessspaceliatphilipson
• Other: https://SereneWater.staydirectly.com

Image Credits

Oshrit Hachmon
Malka Nihom – water picture
Liat Schnitman