Health Harmony & Happiness with Cathy

Letting go is essential to every cycle in life, but can indeed be challenging. Luckily nature built in an ideal time to help you do this. In this episode, I share with you:1. How you can use nature to your advantage in making letting go of things a bit easier2. And I'll guide you through a releasing meditation to help you do so.Join me on a transformative journey of release and renewal. In this episode, I'll lead you through a powerful releasing ritual meditation to help you let go of anything that no longer serves you.Whether it's physical possessions cluttering your space, emotional baggage weighing you down, or mental patterns keeping you stuck, I gently guide you in surrendering to the natural flow of life's cycles. Learn how to harness intention and reconnect with your inner self as I invite you to create a sacred space to facilitate growth and transformation.Grab some paper, a pen, and an open mind as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and liberation. It's time to use the power of letting go to align with the natural rhythms of life and make space for the abundance of health, harmony and happiness that awaits.Resources:Daily Rhythms JournalTired of feeling the pressure of life... always pushing through even when you want to just slow down?  This is the tool you need to start allowing yourself the permission to do just that - stop trying so hard. Use this tracker to get out of your head, stop trying to fix and start truly cultivating health, harmony and happiness.Join me in my weekly virtual breathwork class enhance focus in your week:Breathe to Flow 30-minute Virtual Weekly Breathwork Class Sun Salutation Guided Downloadable VideoTo get started with your yoga practice, you'll need a mat! Here's the only yoga mat I recommend.How We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone) Other Resources:Apple Podcasts - Leave a rating or review here to help the show out.Want to support the show?Donate through Venmo or Paypal if you feel called to.More episodes like this one:#54: Taking Action & Letting It Go, Energetic Rhythms Phase 3#43: The Power of Letting Go with Dave Weesner#39: What is Cyclical LivingJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

In this episode, my guest James Reagan of the How We Feel Project, and I talk about emotional intelligence and what it means to your health, harmony, and happiness, and how using a simple app can help you identify, understand and articulate your emotions rather than ignore them.Emotional intelligence gives us the ability to read our instinctive feelings and those of others. It allows us to understand and label emotions as well as express and regulate them. We show you how using a simple app can help youIdentify, understand, and articulate your emotions rather than ignore themImplement strategies to become your best self even in tough momentsBegin to recognize patterns in how you're feelingDeepen social connection with those closest to you while doing so.Resources:How We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)Become a How We Feel brand ambassador - get a free tote and emotions poster - simply email support@howwefeel.org.Learn more about or donate to How We Feel here.Resources and products mentioned in episode: Dr. Becky Kennedy - Follow her on Instagram for more information on Deeply Feeling Kids and talking emotions with kidsThinking Fast and Slow by Daniel KahnemanFarnham Street blogRadiant Wellness Solutions Hike Like a Yogi Mindful Hiking Card DeckVerilux® HappyLight® Luxe - Light Therapy LampOther Resources:Daily Rhythms JournalTired of feeling the pressure of life... always pushing through even when you want to just slow down?  This is the tool you need to start allowing yourself the permission to do just that - stop trying so hard. Use this tracker to get out of your head, stop trying to fix and start truly cultivating health, harmony and happiness.Apple Podcasts - Leave a rating or review here to help the show out.Want to support the show?Donate through Venmo or Paypal if you feel called to.Join me in my weekly virtual breathwork class enhance focus in your week:Breathe to Flow 30-minute Virtual Weekly Breathwork ClassMore Episodes Like This One:#65: It's OK to Abandon Yourself#58: Permission to Allow the Uncomfortable#36: Cultivating Healthy Communication in RelationshipsJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

Want to know how to use the energy that comes with spring to your advantage so that that feeling of exhaustion you get from going 100 mph, 100% of the time starts to lift?In this episode, I'll share with you:What the rhythm of spring represents.How the energy of spring might show up in your life.Three ways to invite the rhythm of spring into your life.The one thing you need to remember to do to use the energy to your benefit.The shift into spring offers up another opportunity for us to celebrate our rhythms and remember to use them to our advantage. Each seasonal shift we experience, just like the lunar shifts and personal cyclical shifts, allows us to not only practice transitioning form one thing to another, but also removes some of the pressure we might place on ourselves because of self-imposed or others' expectations if we place intention around those transitions. Resources:Daily Rhythms JournalTired of feeling the pressure of life... always pushing through even when you want to just slow down?  This is the tool you need to start allowing yourself the permission to do just that - stop trying so hard. Use this tracker to get out of your head, stop trying to fix and start truly cultivating health, harmony and happiness.Join me in my weekly virtual breathwork class enhance focus in your week:Breathe to Flow 30-minute Virtual Weekly Breathwork ClassHow We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)Sun Salutation Guided Downloadable VideoTo get started with your yoga practice, you'll need a mat! Here's the only yoga mat I recommend.Want to support the show?Donate through Venmo or Paypal if you feel called to.More Episodes Like This:#68: How to Make Transitions Effortless, Part 1#72: Stop Overwhelm: The 1 Thing Your To-do List is Missing#76: Creating Your Own Intention-setting RitualJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

Today in honor of International Women's Day, I want to continue to honor one of the women I admire most in this world.  A woman who has lived a full life with a relaxed ease.  Leading with love and connection rather than fear and avoidance, she is a beautiful picture of what Health Harmony and Happiness is.In part 2 of my conversation with my 104-year-old friend, Christa Belknap, we dive deeper into her wisdom and perceptive insights on life.   We talk about life amid historical events, her unanticipated adaptability to technology and the profound impact of education. Christa shares her adventurous side, reminiscing of her time in a motorcycle club and traveling with her husband to wistfully recounting the emotions attached to historical events like sending family off to war. Her contagious spirit of resilience and adaptability combined with her love for others and curiosity in life instills a significant message.Episode Resources:Apple Podcasts - Leave a rating or review here to help the show out Want to support the show?Donate through Venmo or Paypal if you feel called to.Other Resources:Daily Rhythms JournalTired of feeling the pressure of life... always pushing through even when you want to just slow down?  This is the tool you need to start allowing yourself the permission to do just that - stop trying so hard. Use this tracker to get out of your head, stop trying to fix and start truly cultivating health, harmony and happiness.Breathe to Flow 30-minute Virtual Weekly Breathwork ClassHow We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)Sun Salutation Guided Downloadable VideoTo get started with your yoga practice, you'll need a mat! Here's the only yoga mat I recommend.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast94 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts.More Episodes Like This One:#93:  A Century of Wisdom: Revealing the Secrets to Living a Long Life, Part 1#74: The Universe's Pace is the Right Pace#16: Transitioning Through Seasons of LifeJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

Everyone wants the secret to a long life, and although there may not be just one, we do uncover some of those key elements in today's episode. Join me as I sit down with my 104-year-old friend, Christa Belknap, to glean some beautiful wisdom from her.This is the first in a 2-part interview with Christa Belknap, a beautiful soul who has lived her 104 years leading with love. In our conversation Christa uncovers some of the key elements of a long and fulfilling life. She shares her wisdom and life experiences, attributing her longevity to love, faith, exercise, and letting go of things no longer serving her. From physical to spiritual self-care, Christa shares wisdom on living a long and beautiful life.  One of the earliest "fitness" models (as we might know them to be called), Christa even modeled for the newspaper in a column called "Do Not Grow Old" back in the late 30's/early 40's.  She has certainly let that element ring true as the years have passed.Christa shares various aspects of what her life has been like, including about her family, beliefs, and the importance of staying adaptable and leading with love. The conversation highlights the significance of slowing down and being present in life and how love and connection can bring people together.Resources: Daily Rhythms JournalTired of feeling the pressure of life... always pushing through even when you want to just slow down?  This is the tool you need to start allowing yourself the permission to do just that - stop trying so hard. Use this tracker to get out of your head, stop trying to fix and start truly cultivating health, harmony and happiness.Breathe to Flow 30-minute Virtual Weekly Breathwork ClassHow We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)Sun Salutation Guided Downloadable VideoTo get started with your yoga practice, you'll need a mat!  Here's the only yoga mat I recommend.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast93 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts.More Episodes Like This One:#75: Gratitude, the Practice of Being "Blessed"#72: Stop Overwhelm: The 1 Thing Your To-do List is Missing#43: The Power of Letting Go with Dave WeesnerJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

It's time to get back into a routine. The body works in patterns and habits, so when it's spent some time being out of sorts because of schedule changes or downtime, as has been the case for me a lot recently with winter break and an obnoxious number of snow days, how do you return to the sense of normalcy or routine that keeps you thriving?In this episode, I'll share with you...How to know when you need to invite more routine into your life or back into your lifeWhy routines, patterns and habits actually create expansion and freedom in your lifeHow to balance routine with flowAfter a restful break, it's time to rekindle routines and habits for a mindful journey through winter. In this episode I explore the delicate balance between structure and flow, navigating winter's pause while reigniting creativity and self-discovery. Learning to transition through life with ease is what cultivating health, harmony and happiness is all about. I share insights on cultivating wellness, fostering connection, and embracing the beauty of easing through seasonal transitions.Resources:Stop cycling between burnout and recovery - grab your Daily Rhythms Tracker to get started.Register for our winter session of yoga + breathwork classes at our local studio.Verilux® HappyLight® Luxe - Light Therapy Lamp**This is an affiliate link so if you end up purchasing , I receive a small compensation at no extra cost to you.Other Resources:How We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast92 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Instead of burning out this holiday season, keep your light shining even amidst the chaos that might seem to surround you. It's the season of rush, rush, rush. And because it is, easy to get overwhelmed with worries of getting all the things done--gifts for everyone on your list, coordinating schedules to celebrate Christmas, attending gatherings, and of course, doing the things you want to do just for fun in the spirit of the season. In this episode, I'll tell you:How you can offer up the gift of the present this seasonWhat it means to connect with your own lightHow to protect your light from being burnt out by the New YearResources:Register for the Winter Solstice Candlelight Yoga Celebration of Rhythms hereCheck out the Winter Recharge: A Virtual Pampering Week During the Holidays here**This is an affiliate link so if you end up purchasing the VIP package, I do receive a portion of that purchase back.Other Resources:How We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)Stop cycling between burnout and recovery - grab your Daily Rhythms Tracker to get started.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast91 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

In this episode, join me as I dive into my annual Health, Harmony, and Happiness Gift-Giving Guide. From personal development resources to playful games and gadgets, there is something for everyone this holiday season!  Sit back, relax and let the gift-giving guide help you navigate through this festive season and hopefully find some deals that will cultivate greater health, harmony and happiness for you and your whole family.Because this is a longer episode, you might just jump right to the show notes and scan the list to see what grabs your attention and go from there.*Some of the links below are affiliate links, so if you choose to make a purchase, I might get a little bit of money love back from the seller or the company who the product is through.  Please know that I only recommend things that I believe absolutely cultivate or have cultivated health, harmony and happiness in my life. So, if you do decide to purchase something from one of these links, thank you!Below you'll find a partial list, grab the full list with links and other resources at https://www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast90.HEALTHWinter Solstice Candlelight YogaManduka Pro 71" MatGaiam Essentials Yoga BlocksManduka Yoga Bolster PillowSPRI Resistance Band Kit Simple Modern Water BottleHARMONYYour "Do-It-All" Inner Power AnimalWinter Recharge: A Virtual Pampering Week for MomsMicrosoft Surface Pro 7The Four AgreementsFNV: An Indigenous Translation of the New TestamentHAPPINESSPatagonia SlingVerilux® HappyLight® LuxeRUSK Engineering W8less Professional 2000 Watt DryerNotes to Self SocksHyponix Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course for KidsBop It! Extreme Electronic GamePerplexus Rebel Maze BallJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

In an effort to clarify how I view the connection between Christianity and manifestation, from my current state of consciousness, and that I didn't share in the last episode, I riff about what it means to be Christian and believe in the power of manifestation.I believe these concepts can coexist and wasn't completely clear on that in the previous episode.  In my mind both practices revolve around allowing positive energy to flow, fostering abundance for oneself and others.My intention in sharing this episode is to help bridge the gap between a more conservative Christian viewpoint and the more mystical "woo-woo" beliefs. I believe in using positive energy to create beneficial circumstances for ourselves and others, with the understanding that the force behind this energy is God.  Manifestation does not have to been seen as creating something from nothing, but rather shaping circumstances through free will to foster greater well-being. I believe that everything good and positive comes from God, and ultimately, we have to surrender to His plan for our lives, but we can indeed create the circumstances and own our thoughts and actions to live in a way that moves us towards what we want to be inviting into our lives.Resources:Join me in a free 30-day Gratitude Challenge during the month of November in the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here.  Come in and join anytime!Grab your Daily Rhythms Tracker here.Get the full show notes at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast89.More episodes like this one:#88: The Power of Manifestation in Christian Faith (with Rachel Bayford)#75: Gratitude, the Practice of Being "Blessed"#19: Cultivating GratitudeJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

*Please note the views and opinions expressed in this episode are a discussion about personal beliefs and experiences of the host and guest.Christianity and manifestation can indeed go in the same sentence–it's about allowing the positive flow of energy to create abundance, which essentially what prayer is all about.I believe that God is the Great Creator...of all.  And with that, we can take the steps to live in a way that aligns with where we want to be in life, but ultimately it is up to God.  We can't create anything from nothing, it is all God-given.  And yet, there is a way of being or living in this world that also allows for us to create the mindset and open heart to connect with the goodness that the love of God has to offer.In this podcast episode, my guest, Rachel Bayford, and I discuss the compatibility of Christianity and manifesting. We explore the idea that manifesting is about being open to creative possibilities, making intentional requests, and connecting with inner guidance. The episode highlights our personal stories related to manifesting and emphasizes the importance of positivity and faith in this practice, suggesting that it can indeed align with Christian beliefs.Here's what you'll learn in today's episode:What manifesting isWhy it's OK to manifest even if you're ChristianThe steps to manifestWhat manic manifesting is and why it won't work for you.A little about Rachel:Having studied Wayne Dyer's work for many years Rachel believes that “everything is perception and when we change the way we look at things, those things we look at, change!” Rachel prides herself in reframing and turning negative emotions into positive feelings and thoughts. Where you can find her:Instagram: @Life_reframed77Life: Reframed Podcast - https://spotify.link/cTToi130XDbResources:Breathe to Flow Weekly Breathwork ClassMore Episodes Like This One:#74: The Universe's Pace is the Right Pace#75: Gratitude, the Practice of Being "Blessed"#57: Spiritual Does NOT Equal ReligionJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

In the midst of Libra season, I felt it fitting to dive into the concept of harmony in unexpected moments. Join me as I share a humorous story that involves a late-night trip to the bathroom and offer insights on finding balance even when life throws surprises your way. Discover how to maintain harmony in your life, no matter the challenges. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and grab the full show notes & resources at https://www.CairnYogaWellnesscom/Podcast87. Resources:Daily Rhythms TrackerMore Episodes Like This One:#84:  Harmony Within:  Exploring the Body-Mind Bridge#68: How to Make Transitions Effortless, Part 1#69 Three Essentials to Make Transitions Effortless, Part 2Join the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

Have you ever pondered about the intriguing paradox of human existence; how we simultaneously encapsulate both the physicality of being human and the spirituality of divinity? Join me, along with  Melissa Harris, as we dive into this topic. We invite you to discover the rhythms of humanity - the collective earthly experience, our personal day-to-day trials and tribulations, and the emotional and cognitive phenomena that make us who we are. Equally, we'll delve into the essence of divinity and how our spiritual connectedness is woven into our being and echoes in the world around us.We discuss the limitations of black-and-white thinking and the importance of embracing curiosity to find a deeper connection with the divine within ourselves. Melissa and I touch on the significance of balancing faith and openness, forgiveness, and the idea that all world religions share a common message of love and harmony.In today's episode we'll cover:1.  That we are a living paradox - one in which we can be fully human and fully divine at the same time, and how our awareness of this leads to wholeness. 2.  That everything in our experience is sacred and is part of our connection with {mystery, Universe, God}. 3.  That the more we can release our grasp on certainty of belief and surrender to something beyond the limits of our minds, the deeper we can connect with the {mystery, Universe, God}.Grab the full show notes and resources for this episode at https://www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast86.  Subscribe wherever you catch your podcasts.Resources:Check out Melissa's Book Pre-sale Here - Use REGISTRATION code UNITY (all caps) for a discount on any packageFollow Melissa:InstagramFacebookOther Resources:Join me for a weekly virtual breathwork session - all sessions recorded, and you have access to all previously recorded sessions - Breathe to Flow Breathwork Class.With Fall being right around the corner, it's time to celebrate our rhythms again - Harvest Moon Celebration of Rhythms Yoga + Releasing Gathering.Get back into a routine this Fall and start tracking your rhythms as you do so - Daily Rhythms TrackerHow We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)More Episodes Like This One:#28: Spiritual Connectedness with Melissa Harris#57: Spiritual Does NOT Equal Religion#84: Harmony Within: Exploring the Body-Mind BridgeJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

How does breath relate to your rhythms? Or to balancing the masculine and feminine energy that reside within you?Your breath connects the world within you with the world around you, and breath work can be the tool you use to link your own rhythms and the world's rhythm so you live in flow instead of chaos.Your breath invites a more balanced, mindful way of living. In today's episode I'll uncover the connection between breathwork and your energetic rhythms. You'll learn:Why breathwork most certainly is related to your energetic rhythmsHow breathwork is similar to tracking your rhythms and the rhythms around youHow breathwork can be a tool to use to your advantage during your cycle.Today's talk could change how you perceive and interact with life's most natural process - breathing.  Breathing exercises can indeed help us slow down, cultivate mindfulness during chaos, and fill us up rather than drain us, just like tracking your Energetic Rhythms can do.Breathing well, aka Functional Breathing, is breathing that optimizes the air exchange that takes place within your body.  Creating the right environment for this gas exchange to take place.  But in order to do that, one of the key elements of breathing well is actually to slow down your breath. And believe it or not using your body's natural rhythms and the rhythms around you involves that same element of slow. It's about creating a new baseline way of living. A more mindful approach to showing up in this world.How you breathe is who you are as a person, so when you can slow your breath, your life naturally begins to slow down and feel less chaotic. Less rushed. Less busy all the time, even if it is full.  It seems to flow instead of fight the chaos that surrounds it.  Listen in to learn more.Resources:Get back into a routine this Fall and start tracking your rhythms as you do so - Daily Rhythms TrackerJoin me for a weekly virtual breathwork session - all sessions recorded, and you have access to all previously recorded sessions - Breathe to Flow Breathwork ClassHow We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast85 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts. More Episodes Like This One:#59: How You Breathe is Who You Are#64: Yoga's Rhythm is Also Your Rhythm#84: Harmony Within: Exploring the Body-Mind BridgeJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

Your mind and body are one, not separate as we've been led to believe. And the quality of both your breath and posture mirror the way you show up in this world. Imagine if a simple shift in your posture could change the way you're perceived or the way you perceive the world around you, or if intentional breathing could bring focus and calm to your life. In this episode, I unpack the profound idea that the body and mind are one and not separate.  And as one, your breath plays a crucial role in binding them together. In this episode you'll learn:What the body-mind connection isHow it influences how you show up in this world How breathing and body posture impact your thoughts and how you feel.Plus, I share details with you on the upcoming five-day challenge: Intentional Breathwork Simplified - a chance for you to kick-start your journey towards a more focused and intentional life.Resources:Intentional Breathwork Simplified - www.cairnyogawellness.com/breathworkchallengeScience Discovers the Perfect Formula for Hugging - Psychology TodayHow We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)Get started tracking your own rhythms and the rhythms around you - Daily Rhythms Tracker Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast84 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

When your Inner Critic stops by and brings along resentment for the ride, everyone around you, including yourself, might want to run for the hills.Your inner critic is the opposite of your inner guidance and she or he usually has it out for you, especially when she brings along resentment.  But it's not always a bad thing when she shows up.  In today's episode, I share about a time when my inner critic and resentment were screaming in my ears and how I used it to my advantage instead of letting it bring me down.  I share how allowing these parts of me to be present and have a voice led me to enriching my experience as a mom as well as deepening my relationship with my husband and myself.Resources:Breathwork Challenge Waitlist - registration for this even will be available soon!Daily Rhythms TrackerHow We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)Sun Salutation Guided Downloadable VideoGrab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast83 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Feeling stuck is a good indicator that something needs to be released from your life. Yet when it regularly feels like the chaos of running kids, making sure they're fed and bathed while also taking care of the household and your relationship with your spouse (and hopefully even yourself) dictates your life, it may make the thought of letting go of anything seem impossible. Which is why it's essential to carve out time in your schedule to actually focus on the task of letting go. In this episode, you'll learn:Why releasing is essential to your action-taking natureHow to know when it's time to release somethingWhat a releasing ritual isHow to create your own releasing ritualIn your life releasing might look like getting rid of physical things that are cluttering up your home environment or digital clutter on your device or in your inbox, or it might look like mental clutter that's taking up precious real estate in your big beautiful mind. Just like physical clutter can make you feel more chaotic, stressed or contracted, mental and emotional clutter can do the same.You don't have to live with the mental and emotional clutter anymore.And when you are able to let go of whatever is stuck in your brain, you experience freedom and flow...and it's beautiful!A releasing ritual or ceremony helps you place intention around whatever it is you want or need to let go of in life. Resources:Daily Rhythms TrackerHow We Feel App (Android)How We Feel App (iPhone)Sun Salutation Guided Downloadable VideoGrab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast82 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

The goal of journaling is to write to yourself; to let your conscious self know and understand what you have been trying to avoid in life on an unconscious level.In today's episode you'll learn:Seven types of journaling to help you get get unstuckWhy journaling is essential to your health and flowing with lifeHow to know what type of journaling to use and whenJournaling impacts mental, physical and spiritual health.  It allows you to mentally and emotionally release things from the past and gain clarity around direction forward in life.  All this while improving physiological functions of the body like your immune system, blood pressure, muscle tension, heart rate variability and breathing rate.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast81 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

There are 3 things an ADHD mind needs something to be in order to stay focused on it. That thing has to be interesting, important and have a sense of urgency to it. Those rules likely apply to anyone, even if you don't have ADHD, but unfortunately not everything in life meets those criteria, and when it doesn't, you have to have a plan to stay focused.  In today's episode, you'll learn:What a "vibe care" toolkit is and why you need one even if you don't have ADHDHow to navigate life & feel successful in whatever you do while living with ADHDWhy a living a Vision Driven life is ideal if you're a mom living with ADHDADHD is seemingly a much more common thing for adults, especially moms, to be diagnosed with.  As mom, we have so much going on in our brains and often it can feel like it's very hard to focus on all of them, even more so if you have ADHD. "When you have ADHD, we, we tend to feel our way through life.   We feel so much in our bodies.  we're feeling all of the natural rhythms of the moon and planets as well as all from all of our senses, that we tend to go up into our, into our heads. So we feel, and then we go up into our heads and then we get into a mess. Bringing ourselves back down into the body is where we can take care of it."    - TracyTracy Nolin Beerman helps moms with ADHD declutter their minds and forge an empowered path forward through her powerful workshops, courses, programs and the Vision Driven Mom With ADHD podcast, even if they have a million other things in their brilliant, unique minds.  She whole-heartedly believes that it's possible to have ADHD without ADHD having you.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast80 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

ADHD is seemingly a much more common thing for adults, especially moms, to be diagnosed with.  As mom, we have so much going on in our brains and often it can feel like it's very hard to focus on all of them, even more so if you have ADHD. In this episode, Tracy Nolin Beerman shares:What ADHD isHow to explore whether you have it or notHow ADHD impacts your nervous system and emotional regulationTracy Nolin Beerman is a certified Life Mastery Consultant who has passionately bundled her experience with decades of yoga, meditation, mind/body work, life transformation coaching and her own "experiment" with life as an ADHD mom. She helps moms with ADHD declutter their minds and forge an empowered path forward through her powerful workshops, courses, programs and the Vision Driven Mom With ADHD podcast, even if they have a million other things in their brilliant, unique minds.  She whole-heartedly believes that it's possible to have ADHD without ADHD having you. Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast79 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Yoga is often called exercise by those wanting to be able to move more freely or those wanting to lengthen their muscles while still building strength without getting bulky, and although those may be by-products of yoga, they do not constitute this ancient spiritual practice being placed in the same context as traditional exercise. Today you'll learn:What yoga isThree themes as to why yoga is more than just exerciseHow to use the practice to begin to flow with life even when life doesn't go as you expect it toThe root of yoga is about so much more than physical fitness.  It can transform your life on multiple levels without you even trying to do so—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually-- and can be a powerful introductory and lifelong tool personal growth and self-discovery.Resources:Get your video download of a Sun Salutation here or at www.CairnYogaWellness.com/SunSalutationDownload the Daily Rhythms Tracker here or at www.CairnYogaWellness.com/RhythmsTrackerTo get started with a yoga practice, you'll also need a mat. Here's the only yoga mat I recommend and it comes with a lifetime guarantee so you're not gonna need a new one in 6 months;). Or get it here: https://amzn.to/3UAZOY5. Episode #57: Spiritual Does NOT Equal Religion More Episodes Like This One:#24: From Working Out to Yoga - How I Transitioned My Life#59: How You Breathe is Who You Are#64: Yoga's Rhythm is Also Your RhythmGrab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast78 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Yoga is not just what happens on the mat in a gym, but yoga is meant to be a life journey. In this episode, you'll learn:What a Yoga Instructor isWhat a Yoga Teacher is Why they are differentHow to know which one is right for youIf you're looking to learn yoga, get clear on what your intention is for seeking out a yoga practice or class.   Knowing the difference between a yoga teacher and instructor is a big part of cultivating the self-discovery journey you want to take and how you intend to use the practice in your life. Yoga is often one of the first elements that draws people in to beginning to understand and transform themselves even though it may not be the actual reason they think they need yoga.  You might come to yoga seeking to touch your toes and end up changing your life instead. Resources:Sun Salutation or at CairnYogaWellness.com/SunSalutationDaily Rhythms Tracker or CairnYogaWellness.com/RhythmsTrackerGrab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast77 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

You've heard me talk about setting intentions as a key step in being able to flow with life, but what does that actually look like and why does it even matter?It was a New Moon yesterday, and the days surrounding a New Moon are ideal for setting intentions.  Intentions are not so much things you want to add to your to-do list, but rather,  a choice to move consciously towards doing something or creating a particular way of being in life; choosing how to approach or live out something.They're about aligning with your highest good and choosing intentional actions to do so.In today's episode, I'm going tell you:

Blessed can be a sign that you hang on your wall, but isn't really thought of as much more than a decoration for others to see. But what would your life look like if you actually were putting that sign into action?When you're trying to do all the things and stuck in "doing" mode, it can be real easy to begin to live in a trance of negativity or even blame because life feels so full and heavy. An intentional gratitude practice can help.  Gratitude is not only the practice of identifying blessings, but also actively honoring them.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast75 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

It's a full moon this week.  Full moons can be a time when comparison starts coming out, because they are also a time when we start making connections and seeing what everyone else is putting out there in the world.  Which is exactly why you need this reminder right now. The universe's pace is the right pace; we are the ones who create stress in life because of the constraints of time we place on ourselvesThis episode is permission to go at the pace you are going at right now and why it is exactly the right pace for you.Resources:To find your pace and know exactly where you are in your Energetic Rhythms Cycle, download the Daily Rhythms Tracker.Other Episodes Like This One:#54: Taking Action and Letting Go, Energetic Rhythms Phase 3#44: So You're Feeling Inadequate#50: Stuck in Motion vs. Taking ActionJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestRate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.

Habits and rituals, two seemingly different words, but really tied very closely together, one just holds a little more power than the other.The word "ritual" can make some people cringe.  It can take your mind all sorts of places, but in this episode I invite you to consider looking at the word slightly differently.Whether your in the "habits" camp or the "rituals" camp, or possibly even both camps, like I am, one thing is certain, being intentional about your habits is crucial in keeping exhaustion, overwhelm and burnout at bay.  Find out what "ritual" really means, and why it's not just a word for worshiping something.--------------------------------Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast73 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

List-making is essential if you want to feel like you're getting things done in life, but there's one thing that may be missing from your list that can actually make life easier for you.In this episode I give you a method for list-making that helps you stay focused on what's really essential and necessary so that you can live more in flow with your time, energy and focus even when surprises in life happen.Resources:Check out the Daily Rhythms Tracker to help you begin to uncover what action to take and when based on your own personal energetic rhythms.  Download your copy here. Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast72 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Playing it safe means you aren't finding that edge in life that makes you the best version of yourself. But if adding one more thing to your list to take action on or try harder at seems overwhelming, rest assured, finding your edge doesn't always mean you have to do more. This episode is a continuation of last week's episode in which I discussed what it means to find your "edge" and how to go about doing so.   But when you're on a self-understanding journey, it's not about trying harder or doing more, but instead using intentionality in the way that you approach life and perhaps even shedding some things from your life in the meantime.  When your version of playing it safe is to keep busy all the time, here's how to better yourself without adding to your to-do list.  Resources:Daily Rhythms Tracker - In order to know where your edge is in life, you first have to become aware of where you are.  And to do that, tracking is essential.  Grab your Daily Rhythms Tracker here. More Episodes Like This One:#70: Stop Playing it Safe - How to Instead Find your Edge#64: Yoga's Rhythm is Also Your Rhythm#58: Permission to Allow the UncomfortableGrab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast71 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Flowing with your time, energy and focus even when unexpected things come up, doesn't just mean floating through life and letting life happen to you.  On the contrary, it means intentionally becoming aware of those places that make you slightly uncomfortable then learning to adapt to them without going too far.  Also known as finding your edge.In this episode, I take you through a visualization to help you figure out how to identify your edge.  I also talk about what it means to find your edge and how to know when you've gone beyond your edge.  Resources:Daily Rhythms Tracker - In order to know where your edge is in life, you first have to become aware of where you are.  And to do that, tracking is essential.  Grab your Daily Rhythms Tracker here. More Episodes Like This One: #64:  Yoga's Rhythm is Also Your Rhythm#58:  Permission to Allow the Uncomfortable#50:  Stuck in Motion vs. Taking ActionGrab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast70 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Transitions are one of the toughest things both in life and on the yoga mat, yet you can indeed train yourself to make them easy and maybe even effortless.  When approaching a transition, in order to get to the place of effortless action, there are three key things that I've discovered need to be intention placed around them.Transitions are happening all the time--everyday moments to the larger times in life--job changes, menopause, retirement, adding children to your family, marriages.  We also feel the pull of nature's transitions through the seasons, and the cosmic or astrological transitions with the moon and even the planets, so it's natural that they can sometimes feel clunky and awkward or frustrating and rigid rather than smooth and effortless, flowing.  But it is possible to create a way of being that makes transitions more effortless, whether they are big or small and whether they are tangible or energetic.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast33 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Transitions are one of the toughest things both in life and on the yoga mat, but not necessarily for the reasons you might think.This is the first episode in a 2-part series on making transitions effortless. We are constantly being faced with transitions, from the everyday moments like getting the kids out the door in the morning or moving through the highs and lows in your personal cycle, to the larger life experiences like retirement, having kids, marriage or menopause.  And although transitions are necessary, they are one of the things that can make life feel more challenging than it has to be.In this episode, I talk you through the real reason transitions can feel heavy and take you through a visualization to help you identify the process that happens when you are going through a transition.Resources:Intention-setting Worksheet - It's time to set intentions with the new moon and get back on track if you've fallen off over the winter!#36:  Cultivating Healthy Communication in Relationships with Katie RosslerMore Episodes Like This:#16:  Transitioning Through Seasons of Life#63: Transitions#54:  Taking Action and Letting It Go, Energetic Rhythms Phase 3Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast68 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Unconditional love means that we treat others, how we would want to be treated, not how we deserve to be treated, but how we would want to be treated. Yet, so often we unconsciously place expectations, limits, or conditions as you might call them on how we love others or how we treat others, including ourselves.Unconditional love towards yourself means forgiveness.  It means turning towards yourself and offering tenderness and nurturing--physically, mentally, emotionally and energetically--even we you think you don't deserve it.  Even when you think you don't have the time or energy to offer that to yourself.Resources:Save your spot for {Self-} Love is in the Air Candlelight YogaGrab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast67 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Being a do-it-all person means you know how to get stuff done, but it often comes at the expense of other things or people, yourself included.For various reasons many of us, when we become adults, feel the need to do everything, but in all reality, there's a couple key elements that spur us to become "do-it-all" humans. And these things are all very closely related, and likely a product of trying to protect ourselves from the time we were young humans. In this episode, my coach, Deb Blum, shares her take on what's behind your do-it-all nature.Resources:Deb's Free Gift - Shadow Work Starter KitCheck out the Whole Soul Way hereBegin The Whole Soul Way(TM) Self-Paced Journey hereIntention-setting Ritual WorksheetGrab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast66 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

I have a natural tendency to turn away from myself when life gets crazy around me. You might too...it's completely another way of numbing or checking out so we don't have to really feel anything. In times of stress or chaos, we revert back to our natural training, to what we can do on auto-pilot, and if you're like me, that means you're likely not really recognizing your feelings.Your body craves routine. It has natural rhythms to remind you of that. But when routine stops, you move in this space of both freedom and chaos. You have the freedom to do whatever you want, but without boundaries or established patterns of connection, the chaos around you nudges you to revert back to old habits and patterns.Routine is so comforting, yet when you have to surrender to those times of being out of routine, you get a glimpse at what your natural tendencies are. Even if you've been practicing a more conscious way of living for years, you might still have those moments when you fall back into old habits, it's just part of the journey.And that's what I'm talking about in today's episode, along with the role yoga and your energetic rhythms play in this tendency to abandon self.Resources:To help you live in flow and feel more at ease in life even when unexpected things come up, download the Daily Rhythms Tracker.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast65 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Work and Rest, two necessary phases of everything we do in life. Yet, in today's world, we often get stuck in the work mode, thinking that's the only way to productivity. But yoga teaches otherwise.In yoga, you need both the postures that are going to challenge us and energize us as well as the postures that are going to quiet us and allow us to reflect inward. If you don't have a rhythm of these postures, you'll likely leave your yoga practice feeling out of sorts or either overly anxious or lethargic. But if the practice you do communicates a rhythm and a balance in what you're doing, you too, will feel that way.In today's episode find out why who you are on the yoga mat is who you are off the yoga mat, even if you don't practice yoga.Resources:Downloadable video:  Energetic Rhythms Yoga Moon SalutationDownloadable video:  Basic Sun Salutation To help you live in flow and feel more at ease in life even when unexpected things come up, download the Daily Rhythms Tracker. Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast64 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Transitions get you from one thing to another, and naturally they may feel clunky, especially in the beginning.  They are asking you to do something different than what your body and mind are comfortable doing.  From the time you are born until the time that you die you are faced with transitions of every kind in life.  There's really no escaping them.   They can be simple transitions like waking in the morning or more complex, like retiring from a 30+ year career.   They all correspond to the rhythms of life, yet they aren't always fun or easy.It's often those more complex transitions that we want to rush through to just hurry up and get to the other side because we know they are going to be tricky, but those are likely the ones you learn the most from; and that's what today's episode is all about.Resources:Daily Rhythms TrackerExploring the Backyard: A Mindfulness Meditation for KidsGrab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast63 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Full moon time is an ideal time to begin clearing out the clutter in your life; and there just so happens to be one tomorrow!  With the holidays just over, you've likely got even more stuff now than you did before and you're trying to figure out where it's all going to go. But perhaps organization is what is needed, perhaps it's actually time to say goodbye to some of the things in your life that you really don't need taking up space or creating stagnant energy in your life and keeping you stuck or feeling overwhelmed.Everything holds energy--inanimate and animate--and all energy has the potential to affect you. And when you fill the space of your home, desk, car, and life with physical things, all that energy impacts your mental and emotional health. But you likely may not even realize that until you begin to clear out the physical. It's when you begin to clear out the physical clutter in your life, that the space to begin examining your inner clutter begins to reveal itself. Krista Lockwood is a decluttering expert. She is a mom of 5 who helps other moms declutter without becoming a full blown minimalist! In this episode we talk...1. How decluttering is the most basic level of support you can give yourself 2. How decluttering impacts our energy/feelings 3. Decluttering as a spiritual practiceResources:Dilt's Logical Levels of ChangeCatch up with Krista in the Motherhood Simplified Community hereGet started decluttering today with Decluttering Simplified. Get $100 off your purchase with the code "Cathy"Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast62 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Your mind and body are one, and not separate as we have been led to believe. What happens in one is a direct reflection of the other. And when it comes to dis-ease or discomfort in your physical body it's likely that the discomfort is trying to get you to pay attention to something in your mental or emotional awareness as well.In today's episode, I share why discomforts or aches and pains are simply messengers your body uses to communicate with you.  I also share how to begin to get in touch with what those messages are so that you can begin to free yourself from the aches and pains that you might be living with or could happen upon at any time in your life.Discomfort is stuck energy; stuck energy can't flow, instead it builds up and causes dis-ease.-----Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast61 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Join Amber Diehm Heuer and me as we talk shielding techniques to guard yourself against someone else's "junk" and instead align with your highest good You know when you walk into a room and can just feel the tension or sense that something is off but can't place your finger on it? Likely it's negative or stagnant energy.And if you're having a great day, you don't want that to bring you down!Learn some easy things you can do to avoid taking on someone else's negative energy AND giving off your own negative energy.-----Resources:Get in touch with Amber:  Soul Bright Visionary on FacebookSoul Bright Visionary websiteTo know where you are in your Energetic Rhythms Cycle, download the Daily Rhythms Tracker.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast60 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Your breath holds the profound ability to act as a mirror for your mental, emotional and energetic self.  I'd even go as far as to say how you breathe is who you are as a person in any given moment.  Your breath is a powerful tool within you--your life force. It's the breath you received from God when you came into this world. In this episode I talk briefly about the science of your breath and it's intended purpose for living, as well as how it impacts not only your physical, but also your mental, emotional and energetic self.  I introduce you to the Maya Kosha Model, which is the yogic model that represents the path to end suffering through the layers or illusory sheaths that make up who we are as humans.Awareness, like with all things is the first step when it comes to breathing or using breath control to change the way you're feeling at any given time.  I'll talk you through some simple steps to become aware of your breath and give you a couple breath practices you can use today to begin to use breath as a tool to calm your nervous system.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast59 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Flowing with life doesn't just mean just moving in a straight line - it means moving WITH the ups and downs.  Adapting.  Allowing.  Even when it feels icky and uncomfortable.And that means you'll have days that feel heavy, even filled with anxiety.  These days often happen in the phase right before the end of an Energetic Rhythms cycle or right at the start of one.  And everyone experiences them.  And when you track your rhythms, you likely begin to see patterns in when they arrive.  And sometimes you don't.  Sometimes these days of feeling heavy come with other life or astrological events.  Today I'm giving you permission to allow these days to happen and not feel guilty about them.  To allow them and release the feelings of inadequacy that sometimes come along with them.-----Other Episodes like this one:#49: The Best Way to Ground Yourself#48: Chaos in Life is Inevitable#44:  So You're Feeling InadequateGrab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast58 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

There's this thought out there that the word spiritual equals religion.  That if someone says: Oh, she's really "spiritual," that it means she's devoted to Christ or that she's religious in some way.  It's simply untrue. The word "spiritual" involves so much more than any one particular belief system or religion.In this episode I breakdown the difference in being spiritual and being religious and share with you some ways you can invite spiritual practices into your life on a daily basis.Resources:Register for Candlelight Yoga here.Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast57 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts:

Want to give someone else or even yourself a little more Health, Harmony and Happiness this holiday season?  I've rounded up some of my favorite things around the house to bring you an episode of gift ideas that you can indulge yourself or others in this holiday season.  Listen in for full details on why each gift brings Health, Harmony and Happiness to my life and how they could impact yours or someone you love's life.  Happy gift giving! Visit CairnYogaWellness.com/Podcast56 for full details about each gift.HEALTHManduka Pro 71" MatDaily Rhythms TrackerSEEFUN Kids Blue Light Blocking GlassesBlue Light Blocking GlassesREEBENT Eye Mask (2-pack)Life Flo Magnesium Lotion Vanilla Scented (or Unscented)Ancient Minerals Magnesium SprayLectrofan Brown Noise Sounds MachineHARMONYJean's Apothecare - Teas, candles, palo santo wood, curated giftsEdens Garden Meditation Essential Oil BlendNative Spirit Oracle CardsDecluttering Simplified - BONUS $100 OFF with code: CathyIntegrative Massage + Energy Work - Michele WilliamsHAPPINESSLedgle Neck LightTovolo Kitchen ToolDanesco Mini SpatulaStarPack Nylon Kitchen Knife Set (3 Piece) - The Perfect Kids KnifeLarge Leaf Ceramic Spoon Rest, Soap Dish, AccentMancala GameKanoodle 3-DLittle Love Jar - Or make your own to give!**Disclosure:  Because I like connecting others with resources that I have used and found to work well in my life, I want to be completely transparent with you.  Some of the links here are affiliate links from Amazon; as an Amazon Associate I earn  from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. I only promote products that align with my values and with what I truly believe to work, not because of the commission I receive on them. So if you do decide to purchase something from one of these links, thank you!More episodes like this one:#11:  Growing a Soup Culture - Kate Brown, BRAISED Bone Broth Co.#22: Revisiting Health Harmony and HappinessJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest

This is the final episode in a 4-part series about the phases of your Energetic Rhythms Cycle.   Each phase plays a crucial role in helping you feel in flow with your time, energy and focus, and if even one phase is ignored, it can make life much harder than it needs to be.  I've given you nuggets of how to implement each phase and an awareness of what challenges might arise within each phase. This last phase of your Energetic Rhythms Cycle is all about completing and celebrating, and is just as essential to recognize and move through as the others, yet  it's one of the most commonly ignored phases.  And when it's overlooked, it keeps you from actually completing a cycle and leaves you feeling the weight of whatever is left undone still hanging on you as you try to move forward in life.When any one phase of your Energetic Rhythms Cycle is left out, life will inevitably feel harder, and you'll be more likely to feel scattered, overwhelmed and on the verge of burnout.Listen in as I share how to complete the Energetic Rhythms Cycle so you can move into the next one without a ton of baggage.Episode Resources:Daily Rhythms TrackerGrab the full show notes and resources at CairnYogaWellness.com/Podcast55 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

There is in fact an ideal time to let go of things in life…whether it's decluttering your home, your mind or your energy, or even simply putting yourself out there into the world and letting that part of you be seen, there is indeed a time for taking action on this sort of thing that aligns with your highest good, even if you embrace the "hustle" mentality.  And it begins to happen in Phase 3 of your Energetic Rhythms Cycle.When you learn to anticipate your highest energy times, you can truly get the most stuff done in your personal or work life without feeling like you're hustling all the time.This is part 3of a 4-part episode series defining the phases of your Energetic Rhythms.  This phase aligns with the peak of your cycle and the beginning of a decline in your Energetic Rhythms for the cycle.  I'll tell you all about the characteristics of this cycle, why they matter to you and how you can move through the most common challenges of this phase of your Energetic Rhythms.  Get the full show notes at here.Resources:Daily Rhythms TrackerIntention-Setting WorksheetMore Episodes Like This One:#50:  Stuck in Motion#52:  Intention-setting for Focus in Life, Energetic Rhythms Phase 1#53:  How to Work with Growing Energy, Energetic Rhythms Phase 2Join the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest

When you feel the shift in energy that comes after feeling an inward pull or lower emotional time, you could be moving into Phase 2 of your Energetic Rhythms Cycle; here's how you can maximize the energy you have so you remain focused and energetic with your time.  This is the second episode in an 4-part series all about the phases of your Energetic Rhythms Cycle in which I'm breaking each phase down so you know what you can likely anticipate to experience in each phase. If Phase 1 of your Energetic Rhythms Cycle, or Setting Intentions + Rest + Surrender, is like gathering the seeds of hope for what you want your life to look, sound and feel like, then Phase 2, Preparation + Growth, is the planting of the seeds and emergence that happens as you begin to move towards those intentions you set. Your Energetic Rhythms show you exactly when to rest and when to take action so you don't have to overthink life and work; yet, if you disregard even one phase of these rhythms, burnout, feeling scattered or perpetually stuck in life is bound to happen.  The second phase of your Energetic Rhythms Cycle is often where those feelings originate. Resources:Get the Intention Setting Meditation Worksheet here.To know where you are in your cycle, download the Daily Rhythms Tracker.More Episodes Like This One:#39: What is Cyclical Living#40: Energetic Rhythms and You #41: Discovering Your Energetic Rhythms#50:  Stuck in MotionJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest

Setting intentions is like gathering the seeds of hope for what you want your life to look, sound and feel like.  You consciously gather them all up and decide it's time to plant them, then you put your trust in something greater than yourself to contribute in making them happen, no matter what that might look like.This is the first of a 4-part series on the phases of your Energetic Rhythms. Each week I'll give you a little more insight into what happens in each phase and how you can use that phase to help you feel at ease and flow with your time, energy and focus even when unexpected things come up.Using your energetic rhythms means you are using your body's rhythms and the moon's cycle to get stuff done so that you are flowing with life instead of feeling like you're constantly living life on the verge of burnout or cycling between burnout and feeling comfortable with life. Setting intentions is the first step in doing just that...allowing yourself to recognize where you are and where you want to be instead then deciding to live in a way that aligns with that hope or intention.  It is NOT goal-setting or making a to-do list of things to get done, but rather a way of deciding to practice living in a different way.Resources:Intention-setting WorksheetDaily Rhythms TrackerGrab the  full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast52 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Your body is a messenger.  At all times in your life, it's giving you cues as to how to live your life.  Although, if you're unaware of this, you likely think that those aches, pains or discomforts are just your body's way of shutting down or aging when really they're signals of something deeper...and when you can tune into them, you may be giving yourself blessings beyond what you'd ever imagine.  As is the case with my guest's story today.Stacy Hart's journey with using her rhythms began when she and her husband couldn't get pregnant for the second time.   Upon being prompted by a specialist to just begin tracking her cycle, she became pregnant.  Only 2 years later, while remembering to do her monthly self-breast exam, she discovered a lump that changed her life.  In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, listen in to Stacy's story and how knowing intimately her body's signals and rhythms helped her both create life and save her life.  Also, find out the best time of your cycle to do your self-breast exam and when the ideal time is to have that regular Pap Test.  Resources:For recommendations for early detection of breast cancer, check out the American Cancer Society or the National Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation.To know where you are in your cycle, download the Daily Rhythms Tracker.For recommendations for regular pap screening, check out the National Cancer Institute.Other Episodes Like This One:#38:  Welcome Back to the Show#40: Energetic Rhythms and You #41: Discovering Your Energetic RhythmsGrab the show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast51 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts:

When you get stuck in one energetic rhythms phase and miss the other phases that are necessary to live in flow with life even when unexpected things come up, you find yourself doing all the little things to just get by instead of doing the big things that ultimately help you listen to your inner guidance to take action and make all those little things even easier, or perhaps, make them drift away.It's all perception and pat of the solution is choosing the things in life that will help you stop spinning your wheels in motion and get to actually take action on the things that matter.  That's the difference in perpetually being in Phase 2 of your Energetic Rhythms vs. moving into Phase 3 so that you can eventually complete the cycle start over again, feeling as though you're living in flow with life instead of trying to paddle against the current.Resources:Daily Rhythms TrackerMore Episodes like this one:#40:  Energetic Rhythms and You#41:  Discovering Your Energetic Rhythms#48:  Chaos in Life is InevitableGrab the show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast50 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: Join the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here. Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest

When you feel chaotic, unsettled, or distracted and unable to focus, it's necessary to have resources that you can call on to settle or ground back into yourself.In last week's episode I gave you permission to be in that space of distraction and chaos, and to just allow yourself to be there. It's inevitable that there are going to be things in life that make you feel a little bonkers and scattered, but there are resources you have access to that can help so you feel at ease with your time, energy and focus when those unexpected things come up.There are so many techniques out there that you can use to feel settled and reconnect with your highest self, but hands down, the best way I believe to do this, is yoga.Yoga is the gateway to understanding yourself.  It is the one tool that begins the process of connecting with your energetic rhythms and revealing your true emotional, mental and spiritual self.Resources:Daily Rhythms TrackerJoin the Energetic Rhythms for Intentional Living community here.Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestMore Episodes like this one:#38:  Welcome Back to the Show#40:  Energetic Rhythms and You#48:  Chaos in Life is Inevitable

Life is full.  Full, and constantly changing.  When you're on the verge of burnout or already burned out from one thing or another or multiple things and the tools that help ground and center yourself have even been shut out, it's hard to get the motivation to get started with those things that will help you get back to living in your element.   And once you take that first step to getting back to them, it's OK to not be perfect or back to where you were when you stopped them.So here's you big giant virtual hug telling you that you're not a bad person if you're struggling to get back to a habit that helps ground you.  You're real.  In this episode I share something you can do to help you get that motivation back.Resources:Daily Rhythms TrackerJoin our community here.Rate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestGrab the show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast48 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Action-taking women are often described or judged as having more masculine tendencies that correlate with "doing," strength, being assertive, confidence, having a "take-charge" attitude, and maybe even being a bit tough or hardened; rather than taking on more what is thought of as feminine traits like softness, compassion, emotion, receiving, caretaking, and nurturing. Those more masculine qualities are thought to align with the solar energy of the universe, whereas, the feminine qualities have been thought to align with the lunar energy of the universe.  So does that mean that women should try to embody and embrace only lunar energy and men only solar energy? Absolutely not!We ALL have access to both solar and lunar qualities, and each needs to be nurtured and given space to thrive so that you're not living in the burnout cycle.Burnout happens from only operating in the work-produce phases of productivity...only when trying to constantly mimic the solar masculine instead of embody the the idea that we have access to both the solar and lunar qualities...it doesn't have to be one or the other. Resources:Daily Rhythms TrackerJoin our community here.Rate or review this podcast on Apple Podcasts here.Follow us:Facebook | Instagram | PinterestGrab the show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast47 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: