If you’re building an online holistic business but desire something that always remains aligned with your own energy and dream lifestyle then this one’s for you.
When I first started my business, I spent way too much time trying out different tech tools that didn’t talk to each other. Each year I would switch over to another promising platform only to realize I was losing money in the transition and recurring monthly fees until I found this ideal tech stack that saves me money and communicate with each other.
Here’s my dreamy little checklist of the only tools you actually need to run your business so that you can save on expenses, no scattered platforms, and definitely no stressful setup. Plus also includes a breakdown of my business energetics framework.
These are the exact tools I use every day in my business, and they’re:
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Cost-effective (some are one-time payments!)
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Easy to automate + manage solo
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Aligned with a heart-led, intuitive brand
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Perfect for funnel-building based on the chakras (more on that here >> thedreamingyogi.org/training)
Let’s break it down 👇
1. 💳 ThriveCart
For: checkout pages, course hosting, automations, upsells, affiliate management, unique countdown timers (yes, all in one)
ThriveCart is hands-down the platform I use the most and runs my entire sales system. It’s where I host all of my programs, digital offers, and create checkout flows that feel intuitive and clean. It provides a smooth experience for my dream clients.
Perks:
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Lifetime access for the base platform (no monthly fees!)
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Integrated countdown timer for sales = no need for extra platforms like deadline funnels
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Seamlessly connects with email tools like Kit
- Student portal that invites students to checkout your other offers
- One off checkout pages for services
- Option to add order bumps, upsells and downsells (additional offers to increase your sales for those who already said yes)
- Does NOT take a percentage of your sales like most platforms do.
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My exact templates + trainings included when you sign up with this link
- Bonus: Check out my mock website created entirely through Thrivecart.
2. 🎥 Bunny.net
For: video hosting with a clean look + secure experience
Note: This is needed in order to add videos to Thrivecart since Thrivecart doesn’t host videos (and is why they can be so affordable)
Bunny is where I store all my course videos and client content, it integrates beautifully with ThriveCart and loads super fast without clunky ads or distractions (no YouTube sharing rabbit holes here).
Perks:
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Affordable and secure
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Custom player branding to add your colors and update playback settings
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Keeps your video content clean and distraction-free
- Organize various course material within their own folders
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Easy embed right into your course portals
- Can also send direct links to your videos as needed
- Very affordable (I spend around $10-20 every couple months and have tons of videos uploaded)
- Try bunny for 14 days free here.
3. 💌 Kit
For: collecting emails from leads + students, automation sequences, and more
Kit is my go-to email tool because it’s made to integrate with ThriveCart. It handles everything from welcome emails to full nurture sequences and launch flows. I’ve setup many different email platforms and this is easier to maintain.
Perks:
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Direct integration with ThriveCart
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Tag-based system for automation (segment emails based on different focused groups)
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Simple, intuitive setup
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Perfect for chakra-based sales funnels 😉
- Get a free trial here
4. 📅 TidyCal
For: booking clarity calls or private sessions
TidyCal is a super simple calendar booking tool. I use it for scheduling calls and it syncs with Google Calendar, sends reminders, and it’s a one-time fee (no subscriptions ever).
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One-time payment
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Calendar syncing + automated reminders
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Clean layout that feels user-friendly for both you and your clients
- Can have various calendar events for different offers and scheduling needs
- Lock in this one-time fee here.
5. 🎨 Canva
For: content creation, course graphics, Instagram posts, and more
Canva is my design BFF. I use it to create everything from email headers to workbooks to IG posts. It lets you create a brand that feels beautiful and consistent without hiring a designer or learning Photoshop.
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Thousands of templates you can re-brand so you don’t have to start from scratch
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Drag-and-drop elements to create posts quickly
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Perfect for batching content that still feels unique to you
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Great for creating PDFs, slides, and course visuals
6. 💬 ManyChat
For: automating DMs + Instagram comments
If you’ve ever commented “chakras” on one of my reels and immediately got a reply from me (well my bot version) that’s ManyChat. It helps you connect quickly with new people, offer free gifts, and streamline your DMs. I still love voice noting so I can really get to answer your questions and connect however manychat is great at starting the conversation especially when some may just want the quick link or training offered.
Perks:
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Automates Instagram + FB comments
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Perfect for growing your email list through Social Media
- Increases engagement with auto comment replies as well
- Reduces accidentally missing a comment or message from someone interested in your offer
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Get 50% off your first two months when you use this link
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Makes engagement feel fun again, not overwhelming
7. 🎥 Descript
For: video editing + transcripts
This is one I’m loving for video edits and pulling transcripts from my own courses that can then be repurposed into creating content that leads to my offerings.
Perks:
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Edit audio & video by editing text (cut, splice, remove filler words)
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Auto-transcription + speaker labels for quick navigation
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Studio-quality sound cleanup (remove background noise, echo)
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Repurpose easily for podcasts, tutorials, or social media content
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Makes editing feel intuitive and stress-free
- Try it out here
🌈How to Bring It All Together with Energetic Alignment
I’m not just a tech nerd, I’m also a yoga teacher and intuitive business mentor 😌
Every tool on this list helps me create an aligned sales funnel that supports each energy center:
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Grounded Workflow (root)
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Creative Marketing (sacral)
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Confident Launches (solar plexus)
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Cultivating Connection (heart)
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Clear Messaging (throat)
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Intuitive Strategy (third eye)
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Embodiment (crown)
✨ I teach you how to map your business to your energy inside my free training:
Creating Authentic Sales Funnels Using the Chakras
This is all about creating a business that feels easy to maintain, effortless to grow, and deeply connected to your energy.
Don’t get me wrong, there is work to be done upfront… but when you align everything to your energy and the energy of your business you become a magnet for the right people and it doesn’t feel like a constant drag to show up!
👉🏻Want a more personalized review of your business with quick action steps you can make today.
>> Book a Chakra-Based Audit here
Sending you so much love on your business adventure,
~Meli 💗
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