Conscious Living

Jess sat down and spoke with the lovely Jake from @iamthemindfulcoach. Jake brings perspective and clarity through this turbulent time. His studies in coaching and psychology bring a deeper layer to the conversation around the conscious, subconscious and unconscious mind. We discuss meditation, Psych K, what’s next for Jake and so much more. I learnt a lot from our chat and I hope you will too.

We spoke to the gorgeous Larissa from @citadelsoulmusic about her journey of sound healing and how she is now sharing her experiences and skills with others. You may have noticed on our Instagram page we’ve been talking a lot about owning your power and staying within your power. Jess went to a full moon circle with Larissa just after we spoke with her and everything she discusses in this episode is what she embodies on a daily basis. It’s amazing to witness and experience the transformative power of sound healing and connection to self. If you’ve never tried sound healing but considered it go along to one of Larissa’s events! Keep up to date on Larissa's instagram page @citadelsoulmusic. You can also listen to her beautiful voice on Spotify so you can listen to her music from the comfort of your home!

Our conversation with Turei was so honest it made our bones tingle. Turei ran a successful videography company until recently discovering that there had to be more to life. After hearing some powerful words from a friend he recognised how important living in the present moment is and being able to do what you want. He spoke of a concept that everyone searches for, that we say we will have it when we are older, that thing is freedom. Freedom from work, freedom from expectations, freedom from stress. He has found his freedom - how can you find yours? This is the start of Turei’s journey and we can’t wait to see where it takes him.Follow his journey @tuesdaze_cruise

Erfan is a social change thought leader, poet and director of Newkind. Jess met Erfan at the South Coast Soul Festival earlier this year while he was performing a spoken word piece. He has written 3 books and has recently completed his thesis on climate change messaging on social media. His insights on enabling social change will get you thinking. This conversation left us questioning a lot of what’s going on in the world and how we choose to live. We hope it leaves you with an open mind and confidence that we can do more, together. Find more on Erfan at:@erfandaliri@newkind.worldhttps://www.erfandaliri.com/

Sasha was born in the former Czech Slovakia and grew up in a refugee camp before coming to Australia with her family. She now has 2 kids of her own, recently completed further studies, is writing a book and is co-owner with her sister of @whalesongco a beautiful biodegradable yoga mat company. Her spirit, her energy and her self awareness have contributed to the woman she is today. We loved chatting to Sasha about raising conscious and self aware humans, her journey, starting @whalesongco and what’s next for her. Sasha’s laugh is infectious and she leaves you wanting to know more. Make sure you list to the end for some wonderful tips to live more consciously. Check out Sasha at @whalesongco

Another amazing conscious conversation with Sarah from Ocean Bee. Sarah’s passion for the environment, zero waste living and being better humans for our planet is so evident in our chat. She has such an incredible knowledge of the impact plastic is having on the environment but also the wider environmental challenges of climate change, exploitation of natural resources and the impact of consumerism on the planet. In our conversation we explore what we can do to reduce our footprint and support one another in building a better world. Sarah has an incredible range of beeswax wraps, produce bags, metal straws, and lots more available on her website to get you started @oceanbeewraps Watch on Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ySvvV6gitQ&t=66sOcean Bee Websitehttps://www.oceanbee.com.au/

Nick and I spoke to the lovely Sarah from Wanderlightly. Sarah started her own line of zero waste products after visiting Tonga and seeing the impact of plastic pollution in the ocean. It was the middle of the night when she thought to herself I have to do something. In this conversation we talk about how Sarah started Wanderlightly and her personal journey to reducing her plastic consumption. Sarah is honest, fair and realistic when it comes to reducing your plastic footprint. There are so many pieces of gold in this that Nick and I took away and are looking to implement into our own lives. We'd love to hear what you might change in your life after listening. Contact us on Instagram @consciousliving_official

Tables are turned this week with Nick finding some questions for Jess to answer. They explore where Jess is at currently, how your past doesn't define you but contributes to who you become, looking forward into the future and a key takeaway that Jess has latched onto recently. Jess spent the last weekend at the South Coast Soul Festival which she draws on throughout the podcast. Some people to check out are Yogarupa Rod Stryker and Marisa Peer from the "I am Enough" movement.

Jess leads this episode by asking Nick some questions that spring to mind. No plan, no papers just conversation. Nick speaks thoughtfully about his experiences growing up, how challenges make you stronger and to always strive for what you are passionate about. Where his favourite travel spot is? and What his plans are for the next few months. Nick runs a very successful wedding photography company in Australia and is always making choices that serve him. Listen in to see how he got to where he is.@nickmcmurray@muirweddings

Hey guys, in this episode Nick and I decided to freestyle it and just chat to you about our time in Europe. We have been very delayed at updating the podcast so just decided to ALLOW ourselves to BE in the moment while we were away and enjoy our time. We are so excited to start delivering more content now we're back but for now we hope you enjoy listening to our recount of our time and things we learnt. From the food, the cities, the beaches and the waste management...have listen! Sail Turkey Cruise Company: https://www.alaturkacruises.com/

In this episode hosts Jess and Nick discuss jealousy and how easily we can compare in todays society and then become jealous. Jealousy is just perception. They discuss the relationship between positivity and negativity and how just changing your vocabulary to be more positive can impact your life and lastly running late. How many of your friends run late? Or are you the one that runs late? Its a funny little one they chat about that is finding the balance between respecting time but also not feeling like you are waiting around for others and losing your own time because others are late. Let us know your thoughts!

In this episode hosts Jess and Nick discuss the topics of observing your mind, time and embracing who you are. Jess starts off talking about how she observes, pays attention and focuses on her daily thoughts and actions to be more conscious and see where her mind wanders. When we are able to observe we can shift and change. Time is all around us, we are always focused on either the past time or future time, rarely the present time. How can we make time work for us? Jess and Nick discuss how they see time. Lastly the importance of seeing your strengths rather than weaknesses. How can you capitalise on what you're good at? Really embrace what you love, are good at and are passionate about, don't be influenced by those around you. Embrace it all and be comfortable with it.

This is a powerful episode where hosts Jess and Nick delve into living in default or autopilot, loving and accepting who you are unconditionally and the ability to change what you are focusing on. In life most of us are rushing from one thing to the next in a cycle that feels like will never change however building awareness of what your default settings are is powerful. How can you change, what do you want your life to look like and how do you want to feel? Self-love is one of the most important things we can have but i think one that is often absent, we are harshest on ourselves. All it takes is a simple "I love and accept who i am" every morning. Knowing that no matter what happens that day you are grateful for you and your life here on earth. Lastly the ability to change our focus when we feel like we are stuck in a rut. Where our attention goes energy flows, right? So where are you putting your attention.

In episode 11 hosts Jess and Nick discuss the importance of knowing who you are, recognising what are your habits, your routine and who you want to be as it builds your self-awareness. The social expectations of age and where you should be, Nick is turning 30 this year and its easy to get caught up with what people say to you and boxes that you 'supposedly' should have ticked. Age means nothing as long as you are achieving what serves you in your own time. Most of us live in the past whether we are conscious of it or not, when our mind wanders it tends to go to a past experience, emotion or situation. It can be positive or negative however living in the past does not allow us to be open to any new unpredictable future as we try to recreate within the security of what we already know. This episode teaches you to become aware of your mindset and constantly watch were it wanders to during the day.

In this episode hosts, Jess and Nick find themselves discussing very timely topics for what is going on in their life. Going from one thing to another recently they have been feeling a little TIRED and that's okay. Its important amongst everything they talk about to acknowledge when you are tired and managing that for yourself. In life we compare so much of what we have or don't have with everyone around us, Jess and Nick encourage us to focus on ourselves and not worry about where anyone else is at. Lastly selfishness this can be a little controversial as its finding that balance of living life for yourself whilst still being respectful to others. Too often they have found themselves put out because they haven't put themselves first, living consciously is largely attributed to knowing what you want and putting yourself first.

In this episode, hosts Jess and Nick discuss our emotions, how they impact how we perceive things and our behaviours and reactions. Fear of change and leaving our comfort zone but they discuss their own experiences of how change has impacted their lives positively and has given them more resilience and a growth mindset. Lastly living a life of intent means living one of purpose. What are you goals and how are you going to achieve them? How can you make sure that every action you do is leading to you achieving your goals? Live your life with intention. Enjoy.

In this episode hosts Jess and Nick share their opinions and thoughts on politeness and finding that balance between being kind, respectful and polite without being treated like a pushover. Self-awareness the tool to consciousness they would argue, it is in essence the awareness of everything we are and want in life. When we have self-awareness we can lead the life we want. Lastly a topic that many people talk about and most of us engage with day to day Social Media. It is part of our lives in the 21st century and although it can be seen as a place of negative toxicity and a base for comparison it also can serve as a platform that shares positive, supportive and helpful advice. It all depends on how you engage with it and what you follow.

In this episode, hosts Jess and Nick delve into our eating habits and questioning if they eat out of boredom or because they are actually hungry. Kindness and being kind to others no matter what and not expecting anything in return. Change is something that can be frightening but exciting. Its something new we have never experienced. How do you recognise when its time for a change in your life?

In this episode hosts Jess and Nick discuss their perspective on climate change, they share what they believe to be true and argue that a greener planet is a better planet regardless if its happening. Living life with a positive mindset as the framework for a conscious life, what you believe you receive. We spend 1/3 of our life working, Jess and Nick believe we should be doing what we can to find something that ignites a fire in us, that makes us happy and gives us energy. What do you think?

In this episode hosts Jess and Nick explore the wonderful world of meditation and how to begin a meditation practice that suits you. Their obsession with travelling and how much you learn and grow from being within a culture different to your own and meeting people from different contexts. Lastly this societal idea of conforming, this perception that there is a right and wrong way to do things. They say there is no right way there is just the way that works for you and that being different is powerful.

In this episode, hosts Jess and Nick explore this idea of "luck" what does it mean to be "lucky" and is there such thing as "luck"? 86,400 seconds is something significant for Jess but now both Jess and Nick apply it to their life when considering how much time and opportunity there is in the day. Imagine each day you had $86,400 and could never get it back. Lastly decisiveness, are you able to make decisions easily and stick to it or do you change your mind, are uncertain and second guess yourself? Listen in to see how Jess and Nick manage these ideas in their life to live more consciously.

In this episode, hosts Jess and Nick discuss life as being a series of chapters, everyday we have the opportunity to write our own story and create new journeys. Long-distance love, after having spent 6 months apart last year they have an interesting take on something that is often dismissed by many. Finally the last topic they discuss is listening to people, exploring what they've said and then responding. This allows us time to reflect and consider before jumping in and saying something we might regret.

In this episode, hosts Jess and Nick begin to delve into 3 of their first Instagram posts. They explore the power of perspective in your life and situations that are presented to you, thinking about your habits and how you may want to shift or change them and how important it is to question yourself,why you may be feeling a certain way, your choices and actions - beginning to build that inner dialogue.

Hosts Jess and Nick begin their podcasting journey by discussing who they are, how conscious living began and what to expect from future episodes.