Goodnight Robin

With a little over 150 episodes and with just as many heartfelt goodnights, this little, home-spun podcast was created to offer a comforting, loving voice during lonely times. It has been a pretty unexpected and wild ride, especially in these last couple of months through the pandemic. Now that so many resources are available for those who are sheltering in place, Robin has decided to pause the show to work on a few other projects that are demanding her leadership. Goodnight Robin has been a very special experience for her, and we invite you to join us for one more warm and loving goodnight. Thank you listeners and especially to our producer Predrag Mladenovic! Until next time… Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Remember hugs? Wrapping your arms around your loved ones and holding them in a warm embrace for a moment or two. Hugs are a statement of love and compassion, which makes them one of the most powerful tools for fighting loneliness. Robin’s a hugger and she can’t wait for hugs to come back into our daily lives. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

For tonight, inspired by all the nature’s beauty surrounding her, Robin reflects on regeneration. The way that nature always finds a way to heal itself. And so will we, after all of this is over. That is why Robin invites you to embrace the precious time of rejuvenation. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Have you seen the empowering speech Tom Hanks’ held for the class of 2020 at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio? It was such a heartfelt message and it speaks so well to what life is going to be like in the days to come. A life after. Robin loved it so much she rewatched it recently and tonight, she’ll share some of her impressions with you. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Robin came across a beautiful metaphor recently and she would love to share it with you tonight. It’s meant to help us interpret the current situation a little bit better in the context of our lives as a whole. This truly feels like a bridge time of our lives. If you’re wondering why make sure to listen in. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Performance Tea Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Tonight’s episode is all about our capacity for appreciation and the power it has to affect our lives for the better. We’re feeling ever so thankful for everyone who is on the front lines and expressing it in any shape or form that you can is just a wonderful feeling. But the appreciation isn’t beneficial just for those we’re appreciating. Tune into tonight’s episode to hear more. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Robin has organized a very special treat for you tonight. Her dear friend Anca is a beautiful poet and Robin wanted to share one of her poems. It’s called Time and Anca was very kind to provide us with a recording of her reading out the poem herself. As always, you can find the full poem at the bottom of our show notes. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović -- TIME by AncaThere isAlways Time … Time to Breathe    time to Flow      time to Visualize  time to Restand time to Push. Time for Healing -    time          to Stretchbeyond the cozy boundsof your comfort zone. Time to be fully     Alive - knowingthat goddess/ god/ divine     walks with you. Time to Love  time to Caretime to Be    Mindful and    just let it Be           As It Is    because all     is good    already. Time to Drop  into your Heartto stay on Top  of your mind. Time to scan  inside and outside  go narrow and go wide – Time to hear the birds             and yes, for sure    time to smell the flowers  one by one    noticing their hearts                   their pollen andthe beautiful shapeand delightful colorsof their petals. YesThere isTime.

Happiness is a blessing, although these days it feels more like a luxury. The good thing is that we can do something about it. Tune into tonight’s episode to hear what Robin is doing to improve her mood and fight off negative thoughts. What are the little bits of happiness that you’re looking forward to these days? Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

We’re such odd beings, aren’t we? And there’s a certain power to accepting that notion. Tonight, Robin talks about her attempts to teach herself how to cook and overcome a block she struggled with over the years. If you’re wondering how that ties into “being weird”, listen in to find out. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Performance Tea Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Conflicts are a part of life and we’re bound to have all sorts of disagreements, even with people who are seemingly sharing our viewpoints. And there maybe be a better method for dealing with them. Tonight, Robin shares a particularly useful approach and explains why we need to make an active effort to understand each other’s perspectives. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

When you’re practicing self-isolation, your days can get pretty mundane pretty fast. That’s why it’s important to mix things up a bit which is why tonight, Robin decided to dress up for movie night. We’re going to be staying in for at least for a little while longer, but that doesn’t mean we can’t feel fancy doing it. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Do you feel like social distancing is starting to get to you too? We’ve been at it for quite a long time and a lot of us have been struggling with loneliness, to begin with. To those who are trying to fight off these kinds of thoughts and feelings tonight, Robin brings a heartwarming story about the power of imagination. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Robin revisits her favorite Unknown Blessings chant that she talked about in one of our previous episodes. We could all use a viewpoint that would help us position ourselves better in a world where the future is even more unpredictable than what we’re accustomed to. Now is the time, more than ever, to give thanks to the unknown blessings. They are already on their way. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Performance Tea Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Letting go of the people we love is probably the hardest thing we’ll ever do. You may remember from our past episodes that Robin lost a dear friend not too long ago. A year and a half ago to be precise. Tonight, she reminisces about Terry and tells a deeply personal story about the early days of her healing process. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Can you feel the change that the spring is bringing with it? It’s just gorgeous. Nature is glowing with beauty and is giving us something to focus on in these times of isolation and loneliness. Join in tonight as Robin celebrates all the wonderful things that come with this beautiful season. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

For tonight’s episode, Robin shares powerful advice which may be just the thing you need. With everything that’s been going on, it’s pretty obvious we could all use a break. So tonight, Robin reaches out with a message that hopes to inspire you to commit to an act of grace. We all need a break but we often forget that we can give them out as well. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Today was a good day for Robin, focused around drawing pleasure from the simple things. There’s so much beauty in the world around us, that all we need to do is take a closer look. For tonight, Robin will share how a simple flower petal brightened up her day. Can you guess what color it was? Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Performance Tea Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

For quite some time now, Robin has been working on a way to get back to writing. Balancing many different projects at the same time makes it quite difficult, but she believes it’s crucial we all find the time for the things we love doing the most. What do you love doing more than anything else in the world? Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Robin has made some alterations to her fancy studio. And so for tonight’s episode, she is talking to you in a brand new setup. Tune in for a loving goodnight from Robin, coming to you from the floor of her walk-in closet. Who needs a desk or a chair to fight loneliness anyway? Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

For tonight, Robin shares a story about having new “visitors” during times of self-isolation. Two little birdies nested just outside her balcony and provided a moment of delight from nature. Do you think the birdies know that their new roommate is a Robin? Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

In the midst of everything that’s been going on in the world, getting back to what we call “normal” is going to take time and effort. It will be challenging but we have to find a way to adjust to changes that a life after will bring. So tonight, Robin will do her best to help ease this transition by sharing a trick or two. Ever heard of Wabi-sabi? Listen in to find how it can help you adapt and go into this peculiar next chapter of our lives with some stability and calm. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Performance Tea Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

After a lovely day of plentiful reading, Robin comes to us with a passage from the book called Turning to One Another by Margaret J. Wheatley. It contains some inspiring words about the future. Where does it come from, and how is it related to us living here, now, in the present? Tune in for more on this perspective and, as always, a heartfelt goodnight. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Talk about an engaging title, huh? Robin thought so as well when she came across a poem by Robert Bly, called The Resemblance Between Your Life and a Dog. So for tonight’s episode, Robin will recite it in full and share her musings on the topic. They’re quite amusing if not actually silly! Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

“The solution is never about fixing but about staying with the fear of helplessness and loss of control.” - Ezra Bayda This powerful quote from Ezra Bayda got Robin pondering and it’s unbelievably apt to our current situation. We’re dealing with surpluses of helplessness, anxiety, and loneliness which is why tonight’s episode is dedicated to the power of staying. Hopefully, Robin’s words will encourage you to accept things for what they are and help you focus on the positive. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

“Be willing to negotiate with your resistance to change.”  - George Leonard  In tonight’s episode, Robin brings up a thought-provoking quote from Mastery, a book by George Leonard. Given the situation that we’re currently put in and how we’re experiencing changes across the board, it’s a good idea to review strategies that will help us cope. Robin also gives a few examples from her everyday experiences with those kinds of negotiations. The stories include her culinary endeavors along with a recommendation for her favorite packets of sauces you can check out here:https://www.kevinsnaturalfoods.com/ Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Performance Tea Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Robin has a very special message she wants to share with you tonight. It comes from a person called White Eagle, a member of the Native American tribe Hopi. It’s called Vision Quest and it is an inspirational message for the world that desperately needs it. Robin will read the entire piece and you can also find it at the bottom of our show notes. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović -- Vision Quest by White Eagle “This moment humanity is going through can now be seen as a portal and as a hole. The decision to fall into the hole or go through the portal is up to you. If you repent of the problem and consume the news 24 hours a day, with little energy, nervous all the time, with pessimism, you will fall into the hole. But if you take this opportunity to look at yourself, rethink life and death, take care of yourself and others, you will cross the portal. Take care of your homes, take care of your body. Connect with your spiritual House. When you are taking care of yourselves, you are taking care of everything else. Do not lose the spiritual dimension of this crisis, have the eagle aspect, that from above, and see the whole; see more broadly. There is a social demand in this crisis, but there is also a spiritual demand. The two go hand in hand. Without the social dimension, we fall into fanaticism. But without the spiritual dimension, we fall into pessimism and lack of meaning. You were prepared to go through this crisis. Take your toolbox and use all the tools available to you. Learn about resistance of the indigenous and African peoples: we have always been and continue to be exterminated. But we still haven't stopped singing, dancing, lighting a fire and having fun. Don't feel guilty about being happy during this difficult time. You do not help at all being sad and without energy. You help if good things emanate from the Universe now. It is through joy that one resists. Also, when the storm passes, each of you will be very important in the reconstruction of this new world. You need to be well and strong. And, for that, there is no other way than to maintain a beautiful, happy and bright vibration. This has nothing to do with alienation. This is a resistance strategy. In shamanism, there is a rite of passage called the quest for vision. You spend a few days alone in the forest, without water, without food, without protection. When you cross this portal, you get a new vision of the world, because you have faced your fears, your difficulties ... This is what is asked of you: Allow yourself to take advantage of this time to perform your vision seeking rituals. What world do you want to build for you? For now, this is what you can do: serenity in the storm. Calm down, pray every day. Establish a routine to meet the sacred every day. Good things emanate; what you emanate now is the most important thing. And sing, dance, resist through art, joy, faith, and love."

Given the situation that we’re currently in, overall feelings of loneliness are probably at an all-time high. Robin knows a thing or two about being lonely and she wants to help you lift that burden for just a little bit, every night. Whenever you feel like you need to, don’t hesitate to join our little podcast so that we can shoot the breeze together. Robin is here for you. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Who’s up for a heartening story? In this episode, Robin tells the tale of an unlikely friendship between Franz Kafka and a girl that lost her favorite doll. It’s just a beautiful story with a message to all of us who are feeling lonely, worried and dreading what tomorrow may bring. Robin hopes Kafka’s words give you some peace tonight. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Tonight, Robin shares a story about a very special adoption from the animal world. In recent news, a dolphin adopted a baby whale and has been taking care of it for three years. Inspired by this wonderful tale of kindness, Robin talks about how we can take care of each other. These days, it seems like it is something we could use now more than ever. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Performance Tea Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

These dire times require contributions across the board and Robin is doing her best to play her part. Today was a very busy day for her but she counts herself lucky to be able to do what she does. And if you’re able to spread joy, bring comfort or do any type of good with what you do, now is the time. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

John O'Donohue was an Irish poet best known for popularising Celtic spirituality. Sadly, he passed away in 2008 at the young age of 52, which is why Robin holds his words particularly close to heart. Tonight, she will recite some of his lines that fit perfectly with the times we are currently living. You can find the full excerpt at the bottom of our show notes. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović -- An excerpt from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O'Donohue “This is the time to be slow,Lie low to the wallUntil the bitter weather passes. Try, as best you can, not to letThe wire brush of doubtScrape from your heartAll sense of yourselfAnd your hesitant light. If you remain generous,Time will come good;And you will find your feetAgain on fresh pastures of promise,Where the air will be kindAnd blushed with beginning.”

Robin wants to share some cool news about one of her old meditations. It’s called There’s Nothing Wrong With You, it’s available on Insight Timer and it currently has over 274,000 listens. The news really perked up Robin’s day and for tonight’s episode, she’s going to reflect on the advantages of creating evergreen content and in case you’re not already making your own, encourages to give it a go. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Some stories show that you’re never too young to start making the world a better place. Robin came across a story that was released a couple of months ago, about a teenage girl named Haley Ford. In 2012, at the young age of 6, Haley started growing food that she could then give out to the homeless. In the following years, she even started building cabins where they could stay or spend the night. Such a wonderful story and such an inspiration. Amazing work, Haley! Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Performance Tea Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Grief is a normal part of life. It’s how we cope with loss, deal with it and finally, accept it. Sadly, these days it seems like we need it more than usual. Many people run from it as if it were a bad thing, as if avoiding it is somehow better. As human beings go, we don’t function like that. In tonight’s episode, Robin is going to talk about why grieving is so important for our mental health. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

The reports about the pandemic can be overwhelming, especially since most of us are staying at home and don’t feel there’s much we can do about it. Tonight, Robin talks about her “unplugged day” and why tuning out the news for a day can help you regroup and replenish your energy. We’re in it for the long haul and we need to pace ourselves. Occasional “unplugging” just might be the thing for you. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Thank you for tuning into yet another episode of the Goodnight Robin. We’ve already gotten over our 100 episode mark and looking forward to our next big milestone. This podcast is very dear to Robin, and tonight’s story is a testament to that. Recently, Dolly Parton announced that she will kick off a 10-book video series called Goodnight with Dolly, in an attempt to provide people with some comfort during these challenging times. And for a moment, Robin felt a little worried. Tune in to find out how she let that feeling go. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

How would you like to live in a 3-D printed house? There is a company from Australia called Mirreco which is producing eco-friendly homes based on hemp bioplastic. Yet another great way to contribute to the housing issue. Tonight, Robin welcomes the idea of living in a hemp house and wonders about where the future will take us next. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Performance Tea Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

“Comforting, healing & a soothing end to the day, reminding me I am with you on this journey, you are with me & we are not alone.” - Fan Review of Goodnight Robin We shouldn’t run away from the bad things in life but it’s just as important not to get overwhelmed by them. So tonight, Robin attempts yet again to tip the scales a little towards the positive bringing you stories of good that’s happening during our collective time of need. Companies all over the world are stepping up to donate equipment for those who are on the front lines of the pandemic. Some of them are getting really creative too. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

In one of our previous episodes, Robin spoke about Gen Z loneliness and how there are lots of young people all over the world who are having a really tough time with loneliness. For tonight’s episode, Robin brings a song called You Will Be Found, from the award-winning Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen. But the majestic thing about this version is that it’s performed by the Welsh choir group Only Boys Aloud. This group is also a part of The Aloud Charity that aims to promote self-belief, confidence, encourage aspiration, build skills and among teenage boys across all over Wales. Make sure you check it out and then tune in to hear Robin’s impression. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

The self-isolation is starting to take its toll on many. Even though we’re saving lives, there’s no running away from the fact that these extraordinary circumstances are not what we’re used to. Robin feels that people are starting to get itchy which is why tonight’s episode is dedicated to highlights the positives that will come as a result of a powerful struggle. Thank you everyone for staying inside and taking care of each other. And if you’re feeling a little lonely, or a bit down, or just itchy, Robin offers some words of comfort. Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

"Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right-doing, there is a field. I'll meet you there. When the soul lies down in that grass the world is too full to talk about.” - Rumi Ever been fighting with a dear friend or a loved one and just wished that you can pause the whole thing? Well, these wise words from the Persian poet Rumi are something that can help you build on that sentiment. So for tonight, Robin will do her best to remind you that when we enter an argument and our emotions are fired up, it’s good to remember the person we’re in conflict with is still someone very special to us. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Performance Tea Sign up for Robin’s courses here (Free For A Limited Time): https://www.bewhoyouare.com Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Some really good news for tonight. Over the past week or so, Robin has been insisting that we need to stay positive and tonight, she’s being backed up by expert opinion. In a recent interview with the LA Times, the Nobel laureate Michael Levitt has revealed that he believes we’re going to be fine. The bad numbers will start to drop and as long as we’re willing to do our part, stay isolated and keep each other safe, we’re going to pull through this together. Please share tonight’s episode and help us get the word out! Thank you! Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Inspired by a heartwarming story of an unlikely friendship between a strapping young garbage collector and a 100-year-old lady, Robin dedicates this episode to birthdays. You can check out this video here and witness a lovely gesture from Ben Bird, who surprised a sweet centenarian named Dorothy Ballard, better known as Mercy. Loneliness in elderly is a huge issue and so tonight we cheer for Ben and Mercy and their kind story of friendship. Please share tonight’s episode and help us get the word out! Thank you! Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

According to a recent CNN article, even though the Coronavirus has been rough on humanity, our planet might be an unlikely beneficiary. It’s probably too early to tell exactly how much Earth will be able to heal during this period of reduced carbon emissions but it’s a nice thought. It’s a great way to shift the focus from all the negative. So tonight, Robin hopes to drag you away from the sad, worrying and lonely thoughts, even if it’s just for a little bit. Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Do you think you’re capable of creating a masterpiece that will affect millions of people and generations to come after you… all while you were goofing off? Sounds impossible, doesn’t it? And yet, it seems that it completely worked for Tolkien who supposedly wrote the Lord of the Rings trilogy because he was avoiding his academic work. Doesn’t that sound wonderful? In tonight’s episode, Robin reflects on all the great things we can achieve if we allow ourselves to revisit the state of childlike play. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Can you think of a time, even though it was a while back, where you were desperate for some peace and quiet? Even though it’s become increasingly challenging for some people to keep the anxious thoughts at bay, Robin still very much enjoys her quiet time. So tonight, Robin talks about finding comfort in doing things you always wanted to do, but just couldn’t seem to find the time. Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

“Be patient toward all that is unsolved in your heart and try to love the questions themselves…” - Rainer Maria Rilke If you’ve been following our podcast, you may have caught on that Robin is a huge fan of Rainer Maria Rilke, the Bohemian poet and novelist. So for tonight, she returns to one of her favourite quotes that speaks of how we should approach unresolved issues that we will often experience in our everyday lives. It’s a wonderful reminder that we can be happy even when things are not the way we’d want them to be. Tune into tonight’s episode to hear the full version of the quote! Please subscribe and review our podcast! Thank you! Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Some of us have already been isolated for quite some time and it’s already getting a little bit challenging. The loneliness issue is surely becoming greater by the day. We’re definitely not used to what’s happening around us but in difficult times, people find ways to rise up, be there for each other and do even more good. Tonight, Robin is going to quickfire some of the stories of people helping people and invite all of you to think about if there’s something you’d like to offer to the world during this challenging period of our lives. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

Another inspirational story that is bound to move all of you animal lovers out there. You’ll be delighted to know that there is a veterinarian walking around the streets of California and offering to provide care for the animals of homeless people for free. What a wonderful story and a great opportunity for Robin to share a special little announcement. Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

People have been trying to find ways to lift their spirits during these challenging times. And for tonight, Robin shares an initiative where people are bringing back Christmas decorations to inspire a message of love and togetherness. Even if we’re in isolation, this is a gentle reminder that there is still a lot of life going on inside each of our homes. To fight off the feelings of sadness, anxiety, and loneliness. And even if we’re socially isolating, there’s no reason we shouldn't be alone together. Please share tonight’s episode and help us get the word out! Thank you! Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović

“It’s comforting to be sent to bed (or first thing in the morning or when I’m feeling out of step) with kind words and loving intentions. Thank you, thank you!” - Fan Review of Goodnight Robin Can you imagine having so much happiness, you wouldn’t know what to do with it? Well, Naomi Shihab Nye posed this very question in one of her poems and Robin is going to share her favorite parts with you tonight. It’s titled So Much Happiness and if you’d like to read the entire poem yourself, click on the link below:https://poets.org/poem/so-much-happiness  Tonight’s episode is sponsored by: Shalia Botanicals Be A Sponsor: Share your positive impact product or service, or make a dedication to someone you love! For more information on the show and to share YOUR thoughts via our contact form, visit: GoodnightRobin.com For more information on Robin: Visit RobinRice.com Please be sure to subscribe and rate our podcast - it helps others find us!  CREDITS:Music: Arni KarlssonEditing: Predrag Mladenović