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Decision fatigue doesn't mean you're weak—it means your brain is tired of misalignment. In this episode, discover how simple, repeatable actions retrain your nervous system for peace, purpose, and clarity that lasts through identity-level integration.If burnout, decision fatigue, or success without fulfillment has left you drained—this is your reminder: you don't need a reset. You need reinforcement.High-capacity humans often believe that breakthrough comes from intensity. But neuroscience—and peace—tell a different story. In this episode, Julie Holly unpacks why consistency rewires faster than intensity, and how repetition is the nervous system's native language.Drawing from the science of neuroplasticity and predictive processing, Julie reveals how every repeated action teaches your brain who you are now. Transformation doesn't happen in dramatic bursts; it happens through low-intensity, high-fidelity practice—tiny, identity-safe reps that stabilize your system and anchor peace as your new normal.Referencing The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg, Julie explores why “small wins” are not small at all—they're steady proof that alignment is becoming embodied. And through the story of Agnes Martin, the minimalist artist whose serene grids reflected daily devotion to stillness and truth, we see how repetition becomes revelation—how peace becomes visible through pattern.Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR) is not another mindset tactic or productivity hack—it's the root-level recalibration that makes every other tool effective. Because when identity leads, behavior follows naturally.This episode is for anyone asking:“How do I sustain peace when life's full?”“How do I keep showing up when I can't feel the change yet?”“Can simplicity really transform me?”Yes. Because fidelity—not intensity—creates freedom.Today's Micro Recalibration: The Three TouchstonesMorning – Intention: Before your day begins, ask: “What kind of presence do I want to bring to the world today?”Midday – Nervous System Reset: Pause for sixty seconds. Inhale deeply, exhale slowly. Ask, “What would peace choose right now?”Evening – Reflection: Review your day without judgment. Notice where you lived aligned and where you drifted. Whisper gratitude—“Thank You for the chance to begin again.”Because integration isn't about perfection—it's about practice. You don't need a reset. You need reinforcement.If this episode gave you language you've been missing, please rate and review the show so more high-capacity humans can find it. Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Join the waitlist for the next Recalibration cohort This isn't therapy. This isn't coaching. This is identity recalibration — and it changes everything.

n the News.. COVID-19 & T1D, Ozempic Pill Progress, Faster Insulin, “Beyond Misconceptions,” and More It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: A new study looks at the link between COVID-19 and very young children, Lilly moves ahead with their Ozempic oral pill, ultra-rapid insulin clears another hurdle, Beyond Type 1 launches a new campaign and more! Find out more about Moms' Night Out  Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com) Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom   Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Twitter Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Reach out with questions or comments: info@diabetes-connections.com Episode transcription with links: Hello and welcome to Diabetes Connections In the News! I'm Stacey Simms and every other Friday I bring you a short episode with the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. XX https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/advances-in-type-1-diabetes-science-and-tech/ This article is part of “Innovations In: Type 1 Diabetes,” an editorially independent special report that was produced with financial support from Vertex. XX More evidence linking COVID 19 to type 1 diabetes.. but still exactly why is a mystery. During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was an unexpected increase in the number of cases of type 1 diabetes in Sweden, particularly among children under 5 and young adult men. The infection accelerated the onset of diabetes among children between the ages of 5 and 9. The researchers looked at data from a 17-year period on the incidence of type 1 diabetes among all people under the age of 30 in Sweden. In addition, they compared the risk of developing diabetes among 720,000 individuals with positive COVID-19 tests against a control group of 3.5 million people. The findings are published in the journal Diabetologia. The number of diabetes cases increased by 12% in 2021 and 9% in 2022 compared with previous years. In 2023, the number of cases was back to a normal level. Despite this, the researchers cannot distinguish a clear connection between COVID-19 infection and diabetes, except for children between 5 and 9 years old. They had an increased risk of type 1 diabetes about one month after a COVID-19 infection even though their total risk did not increase. "However, it's clear that the COVID-19 vaccine can be ruled out as a cause of the increase in diabetes cases. The recommendation for the age group where we saw the strongest increase was not to get vaccinated. In addition, other studies on adults have shown that vaccination reduces the risk of developing type 1 diabetes after a COVID infection." https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-10-diabetes-young-people-pandemic.html XX A new gene therapy approach aimed at protecting people with type 1 diabetes from developing diabetic kidney disease—a serious and common complication of the condition, has shown promising results in a University of Bristol study. Findings from this new study, published in Molecular Therapy, demonstrated a 64% reduction in a damage indicator for kidney disease, paving the way for a potential new treatment. The study, explored the potential of delivering a protein called VEGF-C directly into kidney cells. Previous studies have shown VEGFC could protect against kidney disease as it helps keep blood vessels in the kidney filter healthy, repairing early signs of diabetes-related kidney damage. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-10-gene-therapy-kidney-disease-diabetes.html XX The FDA has agreed to consider Afrezza inhaled insulin for children and teens. The company said in August that it submitted a supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for Afrezza in the pediatric population and it's been assigned a decision deadline date of the end of May, 2026. Afrezza first recieved FDA approval for adults (age 18 and up) in June 2014 https://www.drugdeliverybusiness.com/fda-accepts-application-mannkind-inhaled-insulin-kids/ Update on inhaled insulin for kids.. in the open-label, randomized, phase 3 INHALE-1 clinical trial Afrezza demonstrated safe and effective replacement for rapid-acting meal insulin in children with type 1 diabetes (T1D and demonstrates comparable glycemic control to injected rapid-acting insulin. The INHALE-1 clinical trial assessed the safety and efficacy of Afrezza among children and adolescents with T1D, including a total of 230 patients aged 4 to 17 years. Researchers used basal injected insulin and randomly assigned inhaled insulin or rapid-acting analogue for meals, evaluating the change in hemoglobin A1c levels at 26 weeks. After completing 26 weeks of randomly assigned treatment with either Afrezza or rapid-acting insulin injections combined with basal insulin, participants continued receiving the inhaled insulin until week 52 for an extension phase to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of Afrezza with continued use.1,2 https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/inhaled-insulin-demonstrates-comparable-safety-lung-function-and-efficacy-to-injectable-insulin-in-type-1-diabetes XX Eli Lilly released the results of two new Phase 3 trials of an experimental GLP-1 pill that the company says could become a “foundational treatment” for type 2 diabetes. The Indianapolis-based drugmaker plans to submit global regulatory applications for orforglipron in the treatment of type 2 diabetes next year. The company said it will seek approval of the drug as an obesity medication by the end of 2025. Lilly is trying to build on the success of its Mounjaro/Zepbound franchise by offering patients a pill instead of an injection. But the company is trailing behind rival Novo Nordisk in developing an oral alternative, and data released so far has raised some skepticism among investors. A study released in August showed that orforglipron could help patients lose an average of about 12% of their body weight. Wall Street had been expecting more; Lilly's injectable drug Zepbound produced weight loss of as much as 21%, and Novo Nordisk has achieved 15% weight loss percentages for both oral and injectable versions of its Wegovy medication.   https://www.fiercebiotech.com/biotech/eli-lillys-orforglipron-bests-farxiga-padding-oral-glp-1-case-pair-phase-3-diabetes-wins   XX XX UF Health Cancer Center researchers have found a surprising culprit behind common health problems such as obesity, diabetes and fatty liver disease: silent genetic glitches in the blood system that occur naturally as people age. The findings, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, mean that in the future, simple blood tests could be developed to identify people most at risk early on, helping prevent chronic illnesses and cancer through strategies like diet or lifestyle changes. As people age, stem cells in the bone marrow that produce blood cells gradually accumulate mutations in their DNA. Most mutations don't cause any issues, but sometimes blood stem cells with a mutation can start crowding out their peers. Called clonal hematopoiesis, this condition affects about 10% of older people and is associated with an increased risk of blood cancers like leukemia. It's also linked to a higher risk of obesity and diabetes. But the prevailing thinking was that obesity and related conditions promoted blood cell changes, not the other way around. The new study reverses that. The implications could be far-reaching, particularly as obesity has now overtaken smoking as the most significant and preventable risk factor for cancer. The team is studying how the mutations drive disease. Next, they plan to test how drugs like those commonly used to treat diabetes and new popular weight loss drugs might help reverse or prevent diseases caused by blood cell changes. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-10-hidden-blood-mutations-obesity-diabetes.html XX A new ultra rapid insulin continues to move forward. A phase 3 clinical trial of BioChaperone Lispro (liss-pro) conducted in China found it safe and effective compared with Humalog along with a significant reduction of the rise of blood glucose after a test meal.     These results complete and confirm the positive outcomes previously obtained with THDB0206 injection in people with Type 2 Diabetes It combines Adocia's proprietary BioChaperone® technology with insulin lispro, the active ingredient in the standard of care, Humalog® (Eli Lilly).   This innovative formulation acts significantly faster https://pharmatimes.com/news/ultra-rapid-insulin-shows-promise-in-phase-3-trial-for-type-1-diabetes/   Poor blood sugar control in adolescent patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) may be associated with a higher risk of neuropathy in adulthood, according to recent research from the University of Michigan.1 The study included children diagnosed with T1D between 1990-1992 who were recruited into the Cognition and Longitudinal Assessment of Risk Factors over 30 Years cohort study in Australia. Investigators collected HbA1c from medical records, and microvascular complications were assessed through self-reports, clinical screenings, retinal photographs, and urinary albumin-creatinine testing.3   A total of 30 children were recruited from the original cohort with a mean diagnosis age of 2.9 years. After an average of 29.7 years (standard deviation [SD]: 3.9 years), 33% of participants (n = 13) developed neuropathy, 63% (n = 19) developed diabetes-related eye disease, and 10% (n = 3) developed neuropathy.3 Mean HbA1c estimates during adolescence (9% [74.9 mmol/mol]; 95% CI, 8.6-9.3 [70.5-78.1]) were substantially higher than childhood (8.2% [66.1 mmol/mol]; 95% CI, 7.8-8.5 [61.7-69.4]; P

Dedicating a little time to tune into your body fortifies you to better handle the stresses of daily life.How To Do This Practice:  Find your space: Choose a quiet place where you feel safe and comfortable. You can sit, stand, or lie down, whatever helps you relax. If sitting, rest your hands on your thighs; if standing, let them hang by your sides. Begin with your breath: Close your eyes. Inhale slowly to a count of four, feeling your belly and chest expand. Exhale to a count of four, letting your body soften. Notice the temperature of the air as it moves in and out through your nose. Start at your feet: Bring your attention to your feet on the ground. Notice sensations— pressure, warmth, tingling. Gently wiggle your toes. On the next breath, move your awareness to your ankles and calves, then your knees, thanking them for their steady work. Move up the body: With each breath, shift attention upward. Thighs, hips, and lower back, then your stomach. Feel it rise and fall with your breath. Continue up through your back and shoulders, releasing any tension there. Soften the upper body: Turn your attention to your throat, face, and head. Relax your jaw, smooth your forehead, and feel any soft tingling at the top of your head. Then bring awareness to your hands and fingers. Close with awareness: Take a few final deep breaths. On your last exhale, open your eyes gently. Notice how your body feels and carry that awareness into the rest of your day. Scroll down for a transcription of this episode.Today's Happiness Break Guide:DACHER KELTNER is the host of The Science of Happiness podcast and is a co-instructor of the Greater Good Science Center's popular online course of the same name. He's also a professor of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley.Related Happiness Break episodes:A Mindful Breath Meditation: https://tinyurl.com/mr9d22krEmbodying Resilience: https://tinyurl.com/46383mhxThe Healing Power of Your Own Touch: https://tinyurl.com/y4ze59h8Related Science of Happiness episodes:Breathe Away Anxiety: https://tinyurl.com/3u7vsrr5How To Show Up For Yourself: https://tinyurl.com/56ktb9xcHow Holding Yourself Can Reduce Stress: https://tinyurl.com/2hvhkwe6Follow us on Instagram: @ScienceOfHappinessPodWe'd love to hear about your experience with this practice! Share your thoughts at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapHelp us share Happiness Break! Leave a 5-star review and share this link: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapTranscription: https://tinyurl.com/4fjwac6y

Did you know there's MAGIC in your Meditation Practice? Say Goodbye to Anxiety and Hello to More Peace & More Prosperity! Here Are the 5 Secrets on How to Unleash Your Meditation Magic https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets Join Premium! Ready for an ad-free meditation experience? Join Premium now and get every episode from ALL of our podcasts completely ad-free now! Just a few clicks makes it easy for you to listen on your favorite podcast player.  Become a PREMIUM member today by going to --> https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Let your eyes close,  And bring yourself here,  Feel your breath soften and slow.  Inhale real deep, As air gathers grains,  Of all that you think that you know.  PAUSE Breathe deep and expand, Breathe out and release. Slowing down,  Down,  Down.  Breathe deep and expand, Breath out and release. Slowing down, Down, Down. LONG PAUSE You fret about what's next,  What if's flood your mind,  All that could go wrong pops and sings.  Your heartbeat speeds up, Fear spreads through your veins, The worry aches and screams. Join our Premium Sleep for Women Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Sleep podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here --> https://bit.ly/sleepforwomen  Join our Premium Meditation for Kids Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Kids podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here → https://bit.ly/meditationforkidsapple Hey, I'm so glad you're taking the time to be with us today. My team and I are dedicated to making sure you have all the meditations you need throughout all the seasons of your life.  If there's a meditation you desire, but can't find, email us at Katie Krimitsos to make a request. We'd love to create what you want!  Namaste, Beautiful,

Women are told to push through, smile, and keep producing—until the body says “enough.” In this Healthy Waves episode, Valerie Pedigo (Renewed Spirit Adventures) and cancer survivor–author Allison Pazuk break down a practical, science-meets-soul path back from burnout and crisis. We cover nervous system regulation you can try today, how community speeds healing, and Allison's BONKERS framework for self-advocacy during cancer care. If you lead, parent, or perform at a high level and feel the crash coming, this conversation gives you grounded next steps—rooted in breathwork, boundaries, and belonging.   About the guests : Valerie Pedigo — Founder, Renewed Spirit Adventures. She helps high-achieving women recover from burnout through retreats, coaching, nervous-system-first tools, and an accessible sisterhood community. Allison Pazuk — Former math teacher turned entrepreneur, stage-3 ovarian cancer survivor, and author of Going Bonkers with Cancer. She created the BONKERS framework to help patients become CEOs of their own healing.   Key takeaways: Burnout often hides behind “high capacity”; it accelerates when we disconnect from purpose and numb emotions. Community heals faster than isolation. Hearing parallel stories softens defenses, regulates breath, and reduces shame. Nervous system first: move from survival (fight/flight/freeze/fawn) to parasympathetic (rest/restore) before big decisions. Try Valerie's “I Am Held” breath cycle: Inhale nose 4 (“I am”), hold 4, exhale mouth 8 (“held”). Repeat x3 to create pause and aligned action. Identity reclamation is the crux. When women realign with values, work rhythms, relationships, and boundaries change—some things stay, some exit. Allison's BONKERS: Brave questions; Open to research; Non-conforming when needed; Kick-ass self-belief (e.g., “I am enough”); Emotional honesty; Resilience; Self-advocacy as the throughline. Be the CEO of your body: bring questions, ask “yeah, but how does this apply to me?”, review data, and decide collaboratively with clinicians. Mindset practices that compound: daily meditation, honest journaling, coaching/mentorship, and values-based choices that ripple outward to family and teams. Healing isn't perfection—it's consistent returns to breath, boundaries, and belonging. Connect with the guests   Valerie Pedigo- Renewed Spirit Adventures — Website: www.renewedspiritadventures.comJoin the free Sisterhood Circle at Renewed Spirit AdventuresSocial Media: Connect via Valerie's website links   Allison Pazuk-  Website: https://allisonpazuk.com/ - personal site with book, blog, newsletter     Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik   Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, mental health concern, medications, supplements, diet, or exercise. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard here. Reliance on any information provided in this episode is solely at your own risk. If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, call your local emergency number or go to the nearest emergency department immediately.   This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.   Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:• Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

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Today's guest is Manuel Buitrago. Manuel is a PhD, along with being the founder and director of MaStrength, a global education brand dedicated to authentic Chinese weightlifting. Since launching MaStrength in 2014, he's taught 100+ seminars worldwide, authored Chinese Weightlifting: A Visual Guide to Technique and Chinese Weightlifting: Technical Mastery & Training There are many misconceptions in the world of strength training, especially as the lens of a skeletal pressure-based view is not included in modern training systems. When skeletal pressure dynamics are understood, it allows us to see why athletes prefer particular variations of lifts, how and why they fail lifts, and what aspects of the lifts themselves lead to better athletic outcomes. On today's episode, Manuel speaks on the practicalities of weightlifting and how it carries over to sport. He compares powerlifting and Olympic lifting from a technique and transfer standpoint, and gets into how body shapes, breathing, and set-ups affect a lift. Manuel also touches on connective tissue and why it matters for performance and durability. From this episode, you'll learn concepts about the Olympic and powerlifts that can not only improve lifting performance but also facilitate a better transfer to athleticism and movement ability. Today's episode is brought to you by Hammer Strength. Use code “justfly10” for 10% off the Vert Trainer at thedunkcamp.com Use code “justfly20” for 20% off of LILA Exogen Wearable resistance gear at www.lilateam.com View more podcast episodes at the podcast homepage. (https://www.just-fly-sports.com/podcast-home/) Timestamps 0:20 – The Path to Chinese Weightlifting: A Journey from Gymnastics to Asia 9:30 – Breathing and Torso Shape are the Primary Differentiators Between Olympic and Powerlifting 25:01 – Weightlifting Squats are a Bottom-Up Movement, Distinct from Powerlifting 58:29 – Coaching the Olympic Lift Breath: Creating a "Funnel" for Upward Force 1:05:53 – Applying Shape Strategy to Different Athletes and Sports 1:24:49 – Direct Abdominal Work is Low Priority for Olympic Lifters Actionable takeaways 9:30 – Breathing and Torso Shape are the Primary Differentiators Between Olympic and Powerlifting Change your shape during the lift; successful Olympic lifting requires switching between shapes, not maintaining one position. To move up (the pull), create a "funnel" shape: narrow the lower torso (compressing the abs) and expand the upper torso (chest). To move down (the catch), change to a "cone" shape: narrow at the top and wider at the bottom, which enables faster descent. Avoid starting the lift with a powerlifting-style breath (squeezing the top and expanding the belly against a belt/creating a cone), as this impedes the upward movement necessary for Olympic lifts. 25:01 – Weightlifting Squats are a Bottom-Up Movement, Distinct from Powerlifting Recognize that the squat in weightlifting happens after the catch and is a bottom-up movement, which is fundamentally different from a powerlifting squat that starts from the top and descends. Squats performed from the rack (front or overhead) will look different from a heavy catch, as the catch is an unweighted descent followed by an immediate bottom-up drive. Focus on the funnel shape during the unrack and ascent of a weightlifting squat to maximize the upward gradient. 58:29 – Coaching the Olympic Lift Breath: Creating a "Funnel" for Upward Force From the start position, exhale and compress the abs until they feel tight, then maintain that tension. Inhale while maintaining ab compression, directing the air to fill and expand the chest and the mid-back area (between the shoulder blades) to create the full funnel shape. Do not take a maximum breath (gasping) as this removes space to move and can force the body into a rounded shape that is counterproductive for the lift.

Feeling Stressed & Anxious? Get our FREE 3 Day Stress & Anxiety Detox here -> https://womensmeditationnetwork.com Join Premium! Ready for an ad-free meditation experience? Join Premium now and get every episode from ALL of our podcasts completely ad-free now! Just a few clicks makes it easy for you to listen on your favorite podcast player.  Become a PREMIUM member today by going to --> https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so this week, we're featuring a special meditation series for those who have been impacted.  Namaste, Beautiful.  *** Begin by settling into stillness. Close your eyes if that feels right. And meet your breath where it is. Inhale slowly… Exhale fully… Let each breath remind you— you are here now. PAUSE… Inhale again, and as you exhale, feel the space around your thoughts soften. PAUSE… You may have felt like a prisoner to the spirals of your mind lately. Fear shouting over the quiet voice of trust. What-ifs circling endlessly. Scenarios playing out like endless, sleepless film reels. Join our Premium Sleep for Women Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Sleep podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here --> https://bit.ly/sleepforwomen  Join our Premium Meditation for Kids Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Kids podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here → https://bit.ly/meditationforkidsapple Hey, I'm so glad you're taking the time to be with us today. My team and I are dedicated to making sure you have all the meditations you need throughout all the seasons of your life.  If there's a meditation you desire, but can't find, email us at Katie Krimitsos to make a request. We'd love to create what you want!  Namaste, Beautiful,

Regulate First (Nervous System Basics You'll Actually Use)Journal prompt: “One thing my body asked for (and what I did)…”Small regulation beats big resolve. Today is about tools you'll actually use in under two minutes.A Flicker (Hope) — Your body gives you clues Jaw unclenches after a slower exhale. Shoulders drop when you step outside. A tiny shift is still a shift—keep it.To Rebuild (Healing) — 3 quick resets (pick one) Orienting (60–90s): Look around and name 5 things you see, 3 you hear, 1 you feel on your skin. 3-3-6 breath (60s): Inhale 3 • hold 3 • exhale 6. Repeat 5 times. Warm/Cold contrast (30–60s): Warm drink or cool splash on wrists/face → slow exhale.Take a Step (Becoming) — Pre-game your transitions Choose one daily transition (wake-up, commute, post-work). Pair it with a 60–90 second reset above. Put it on your calendar as “Regulate first.”Choose-your-energy menu: Hollow (low): 3-3-6 breath for one minute. Stop there. Healing (medium): Do orienting + a long exhale before your next task. Becoming (higher): Attach a reset to two transitions today (e.g., before email, before sleep).Food for Thought: Regulation isn't about becoming calm; it's about becoming capable. When your body feels a little safer, choices return. You don't need perfect peace to move—just enough steadiness to take the next honest inch. That counts, every time.Exhale. Keep what serves you; leave the rest. I'll be here again tomorrow.

In a world overwhelmed by fear, chaos, and constant noise, Dr. Leelo Bush offers a Spirit-led guide to cultivating unshakable inner peace. She unpacks daily practices—rooted in Scripture, neuroscience, and practical coaching tools—that help you remain calm, grounded, and God-focused even in the middle of life's storms. This episode empowers Christian coaches and believers to anchor themselves in Christ's peace and model it for others.

Light as Companion, Not CureJournal prompt: “Today's flicker of hope was…”Witnessing light without forcing it to fix anything. Today we let light walk beside us and do only what light can do—show the next few feet.A Flicker (Hope) — Light you can actually hold Morning sun through a window. Moonlight on the driveway. A soft lamp instead of overhead glare. Not profound—present. Let one bit of light keep you company.To Rebuild (Healing) — One-minute light practice Step outside or to a window. Look at the light source (not directly at the sun). Inhale 4, hold 2, exhale 6—three times. Name one color you can see more clearly now. That's it.Take a Step (Becoming) — Schedule a light ritual Pick a daily 2–5 minute light moment (sun patch, lamp + tea, porch twilight). Put it on your calendar for the same time each day this week.Choose-your-energy menu: Hollow (low): Sit by a window for 60 seconds. Breathe out longer than you breathe in. Healing (medium): Take a 5-minute light walk (to mailbox, around the block). Becoming (higher): Set a recurring “light ritual” alarm for the week.Food for Thought: Light is a companion, not a cure. You don't have to wring meaning from it—notice and allow. When the day feels heavy, a single, honest moment of brightness can anchor you long enough to choose your next inch. Reaching for light isn't denying grief; it's giving your nervous system something steady to lean on while you carry it all.Exhale. Keep what serves you; leave the rest. I'll be here again tomorrow.

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10-Min Guided Meditation: Choose Calm Over Chaos with Every BreathBreathe into balance with this 10-minute guided meditation podcast to choose calm over chaos, harnessing the power of intentional breathwork for serenity and mindful breathing exercises to transform turbulent thoughts into tranquil flow, cultivating deep inner peace and stress relief through breath. Ideal for navigating daily overwhelm, this session weaves calm affirmations, chaos release visualization, and gentle pranayama techniques to anchor you in present-moment awareness, fostering emotional equilibrium and anxiety-dissolving calm—perfect as a quick mindfulness reset for busy lives or a daily breath ritual to invite harmony and resilience.Feel the shift with empowering prompts like "With every breath, I select serenity," soothing guidance to exhale disorder and inhale clarity, and a restorative close to sustain your peaceful state. Whether amid morning rush or evening unwind, embrace this guided breath meditation for chaos to calm transition, serene mindset building, and holistic wellness support. Inhale possibility, exhale frenzy, and subscribe for more short guided breath sessions, calm affirmation podcasts, and mindful chaos mastery.Whether you're new to meditation or seeking reassurance amid uncertainty, this session supports your journey to mental wellness.Subscribe now for more guided meditations and anxiety relief content! Key Takeaways:Build trust in life's unfolding with self-love visualizations and affirmations. Nurture gentle care through breathwork for emotional flow and peace. Ideal for navigating changes, boosting confidence, or evening wind-down.Support the Show:Ad-Free Listening: Enjoy Calming Anxiety without ads at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety--4110266/supportBuy Me a Coffee: Support hosting costs at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/calminganxietyRate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners!Resources & Courses:Book Hypnotherapy: Schedule a one-on-one session with Martin at https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8 Pain & Anxiety Course:Manage negative thoughts and pain with The Physio Crew's course at https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-painBreathing Challenge: Try our relaxing breathing challenge at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/Gift a Subscription: Share Calming Anxiety with loved ones at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/Get the App:iOS: Download Calming Anxiety at https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/calming-anxiety/id1576159331 Android:Get it on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.waterfront.calming.anxiety&hl=en-GBConnect With Us:Email: Share feedback or requests at calminganxiety@martinhewlett.co.ukYouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/Backing Music: Chris Collins===================Affiliate links to the gear I use the items that give me a more tranquil life.Rode Podmic - https://amzn.to/3LN1JEdZoom Livetrak L8 - https://amzn.to/36UCIbySony ZV 1 - https://amzn.to/3JvDUPTGoPro Hero 8 Black - https://amzn.to/372rzFlDJI Mini 2 - https://amzn.to/3NQfMdY=============================Items I use for a more relaxed way of life :)Organic Pure Hemp CBD Capsules - https://amzn.to/3

Feeling Stressed & Anxious? Get our FREE 3 Day Stress & Anxiety Detox here -> https://womensmeditationnetwork.com Join Premium! Ready for an ad-free meditation experience? Join Premium now and get every episode from ALL of our podcasts completely ad-free now! Just a few clicks makes it easy for you to listen on your favorite podcast player.  Become a PREMIUM member today by going to --> https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium This time belongs to you. Today's energy session will align your chakras, To restore balance to your wellbeing I invite you to find a comfortable position. Find yourself seated today, and if you can, Feet firmly on the ground. Have your back nice and straight sitting in a chair, Or against a wall. Take a nice, long, slow deep breath in, And a nice, long, slow deep breath out, As you breath one more time, Deep breath in through the nose, And down to your belly, exhale. PAUSE… The seven main chakras are responsible for Physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual properties and energy. When we are out of sorts, overwhelmed, stressed,  Or even feeling pain or uncomfortability, The chakras are out of balance. This energy treatment will align the chakras,  And bring you back to a balanced state. Join me now as we call forth our own spirit, Blessing our space, our body, mind, To align these energy centers for the highest and greatest good. Any special intention that you may have, Bring to your mind now. We call this forth for the highest and greatest good. I invite you to place your hands at your heart space, PAUSE… Take another deep breath in and exhale, Releasing your hands by your side. We begin at the top of the head, at the seventh chakra. Begin to feel the energy move into the crown, The top of the head. This chakra is responsible for the property of connecting us, To something bigger and greater, the divine plan, universe, consciousness. The energy flows into this chakra, Feel it align with your purpose and connection. You will inhale and exhale a particular breath sequence, At each chakra to activate and align. Inhale, 2, 3, 4, hold, 2, 3, 4 Exhale, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, breath normally and naturally. Join our Premium Sleep for Women Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Sleep podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here --> https://bit.ly/sleepforwomen  Join our Premium Meditation for Kids Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Kids podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here → https://bit.ly/meditationforkidsapple Hey, I'm so glad you're taking the time to be with us today. My team and I are dedicated to making sure you have all the meditations you need throughout all the seasons of your life.  If there's a meditation you desire, but can't find, email us at Katie Krimitsos to make a request. We'd love to create what you want!  Namaste, Beautiful,

ABOUT THIS EPISODEPull up close, friend. If you've been second-guessing every text, replaying conversations on loop, or stuck in that tug-of-war between fear and intuition—this is your reset. In this soul-to-strategy episode, I walk you through how to rebuild self-trust now with nervous system regulation, practical tools, and identity-level shifts so your confidence comeback isn't a someday thing—it's today.You'll learn the R.E.S.E.T. Self-Trust Loop to quiet overthinking, the difference between fear vs. intuition (so you can hear your inner wisdom clearly), and how to mix Pebbles & Power Plays—the tiny, nervous-system-friendly reps and the bold, catalytic decisions—to create real momentum. We'll stack proof, set standards, and choose aligned action that supports your Main Character Energy, healthy boundaries, and aligned relationships.No waiting for external validation. No performing for approval. Just present leadership, calm clarity, and self-respect that shows in every choice you make. Confidence is not a prerequisite—it's the byproduct of self-leadership in moments big and small. Let's reset your compass and rise.KEY TAKEAWAYSCONFIDENCE FOLLOWS ACTION: Confidence isn't a pre-req—it grows from self-led, aligned moves.FEAR VS. INTUITION—KNOW THE SIGNALS: Fear is loud and frantic; intuition is steady and simple.PEBBLES & POWER PLAYS WORK TOGETHER: Small reps regulate; bold moves reshape your trajectory.RUN THE R.E.S.E.T. LOOP: Regulate, set standards, experiment, and track proof to rebuild self-trust fast.CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction: Embrace Your Messy Human Moments00:56 Main Character Confidence Checklist02:16 Understanding Self-Trust05:05 The Self-Trust Reset Loop08:55 Fear vs. Intuition10:56 Journaling for Confidence12:22 Pebbles and Power Moves15:39 High-Stakes Self-Trust19:38 Final Thoughts and Encouragement22:28 Sneak Peek and Closing Remarks THE SELF-LOVE 2-STEPWhen doubt gets loud and your body braces, this mini-ritual brings you back to center—fast. It calms your nervous system, clears mental noise, and gets you back into aligned action that honors your standards. Use it anywhere to shift from overthinking to leadership in under three minutes. Run it daily to stack proof, stabilize confidence, and embody your Main Character Energy with softness and strength.THE SELF-LOVE 2-STEP: STEADY & SHOWSTEP 1: STEADY (60–90 SECONDS) Hand over heart. Inhale 4 → hold 4 → exhale 6 (×3). Pause & Check In: Is this decision coming from avoidance or alignment? Avoidance: “I'll wait until I feel ready.” / “What if I fail?” Alignment: “This is scary and it's the next right step for me.” Affirmation: “I can trust me. I make good choices for present-me and future-me.”STEP 2: SHOW (2 MINUTES) Proof Stack: Write 2 quick receipts of recent courage (micro or major). One Vow-Aligned Action: Choose a move that honors your standard today (send, post, ask, schedule).WHY IT WORKS: The body calms, the brain gets evidence, and your identity updates in real time: “I am a woman who leads herself.” Self-trust isn't rebuilt in one leap—it's...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIf your brain's been whispering not enough—not enough time, money, love, proof—this episode is your identity reset. We're moving from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset with a grounded, faith-forward identity shift rooted in self-love, self-worth, and nervous system regulation. You'll learn how those old stories got wired in (hello, people-pleasing and overworking), and how to rewire them so your choices, boundaries, and bank account align with who you really are.Inside, I teach the R.I.C.H. Identity framework—plus micro-reps that make abundance lived, not just believed. Expect simple somatic tools, language upgrades, and journaling prompts that help you stop chasing, start receiving, and step into your Main Character Energy with calm confidence.This is a soulful, practical guide to stop negotiating with your worth, set clean boundaries, and build evidence for the life you're called to. Press play to feel supported, resourced, and ready to move like a woman on mission.KEY TAKEAWAYSSCARCITY IS PROGRAMMING, NOT PERSONALITY. When you identify the old wiring, you can rewrite the code with self-honoring choices.TRUTH BOMB: WORTH IS FIXED—RATES AND BOUNDARIES REFLECT IT. You don't earn oxygen. You steward it.EMPOWERING SHIFT: CHASE → RECEIVE. We turn force off and flow on with regulation, language upgrades, and tiny reps.ALIGNED ACTION: PRACTICE THE R.I.C.H. IDENTITY DAILY. One breath, one boundary, one brave ask—stack the evidence for abundance.CHAPTERS BREAKDOWN00:00 — Rewriting your identity01:04 — Understanding scarcity ~ The root causes04:06 — Recognizing scarcity in everyday life11:12 — Journaling prompts for self-discovery13:44 — Embodying The R.I.C.H. Identity18:30 — Language Upgrades: Reframing Your Mindset23:16 — Final thoughts: Stepping into your powerTHE SELF-LOVE 2-STEPYou know we love a good 2-step because everyone can do it and it always gets the party started! A scarcity mindset—just like negative thoughts—won't disappear overnight, especially the ones you've practiced. The more you notice them, the more chances you have to rewire them. Step 1 — Pause & Notice: Catch the heavy phrase (trying, should, sorry, someday). Step 2 — Choose & Breathe: Hand to heart. Inhale. Swap in your upgrade.Bonus somatic seal: After the reframe, exhale audibly and roll your shoulders back. Let your body feel the new line.

Inhale for 5 seconds... Hold for 5 seconds... Exhale for 5 seconds... Hold for 5 seconds. 5 x 5 Box breathing allows you to relax and focus with a mental visual to keep you in the present moment. 

Inhale for six.... Hold for two.... Exhale for eight.... This allows you to relax, to focus, and get yourself into the present moment.

In Psalm 34:18, we’re reminded that “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” But in seasons of heartbreak, unanswered prayers, or overwhelming busyness, God can sometimes feel distant. Cindi McMenamin shares how we can quiet the noise, draw near to God, and experience His presence as close and real as the air we breathe. ✨ Highlights Why God sometimes feels distant and how to reconnect with Him Four practical ways to experience God’s presence: Take a Divine Pause — slow down, breathe deeply, and be still (Psalm 46:10) Whisper His Name — use simple “breath prayers” like “Jesus, I need You” (Acts 4:12) Read His Word Aloud — Scripture is “living and active” and draws us closer (Hebrews 4:12) Start Praising Him — worship shifts our focus from ourselves to God’s goodness The promise of Jeremiah 29:13: when we seek Him with all our heart, we will find Him

Through breath, compassion, and kind words to yourself, this guided meditation helps you forgive yourself, let go, and move forward with love.How To Do This Practice: Get Comfortable: Sit upright but relaxed. Close your eyes or soften your gaze, and take a few slow, deep breaths. Inhale gently through your nose and slowly, twice as long, through your mouth. Bring Something to Mind: Think of a mistake, harsh word, or regret you're holding against yourself. Notice how it feels in your body, without judging it. Acknowledge What Happened: Silently say to yourself: “I acknowledge that I made this mistake.” Take a breath. Remember Your Humanity: Remind yourself: “I am human. Being human means I will sometimes fall short.” Offer Forgiveness: Place a hand over your heart (or somewhere comforting) and repeat: “I forgive myself for this. May I learn from it and move forward.” Close with Kindness: Breathe deeply. Once more, say: “I forgive myself. May I treat myself with kindness.”  Check In with Your Body Again: Notice if anything feels lighter or softer—maybe your breath, your shoulders, or your chest. Allow yourself to rest in that shift, however small. Take one final deep breath: When you feel ready, gently open your eyes and return to your day. Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Today's Happiness Break Guide:DACHER KELTNER is the host of The Science of Happiness podcast and is a co-instructor of the Greater Good Science Center's popular online course of the same name. He's also a professor of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley.Related Happiness Break episodes:A Meditation on Original Love: https://tinyurl.com/5u298cv4Who Takes Care of You: https://tinyurl.com/5xmfkf73A Note to Self on Forgiveness: https://tinyurl.com/y53tkn87Related Science of Happiness episodes:Nine Steps to Forgiveness: https://tinyurl.com/vb7kk5kyHow to Show Up For Yourself: https://tinyurl.com/56ktb9xcThis episode is part of "Putting the Science of Forgiveness into Practice," a multiyear project run by the Greater Good Science Center and supported by the Templeton World Charity Foundation (TWCF). Learn more about forgiveness on TWCF's Discover Forgiveness website.Follow us on Instagram: @ScienceOfHappinessPodWe'd love to hear about your experience with this practice! Share your thoughts at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapHelp us share Happiness Break! Leave a 5-star review and share this link: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapTranscription: https://tinyurl.com/yh2a5urt

Breath is so ordinary that we forget it is extraordinary. It comes unbidden, steady as a tide, unnoticed until something interrupts it. We know the sudden gasp of fear, the shallow rise and fall of exhaustion, the ragged breath when we are sick. Yet beneath all those moments lies the same truth: breath is life.In this episode of Creation's Paths, we began with the simple reminder that life in our breath is our life. Too often, spiritual traditions turn breath into something to control, to discipline, even to constrain. An effort at restraining life itself. But the practice we explored was not about constriction. It was about letting breath become prayer, letting the air itself speak the Name of the Divine.This is the kind of practice that first feels like a gentle breeze on a cool fall day: soft, refreshing, peaceful. But it doesn't stop there. Beneath that quiet surface, the practice deepens, grounding us like roots pushing into rich soil and rising like the charged air before a storm. Breath becomes both anchor and surge, weaving us into the great current of life.The practice begins with ancient names. Matthew Fox, in his teachings on Radical Prayer, pointed to a way of praying the Tetragrammaton, the four-letter Name of God, by shaping the mouth and throat as though speaking YHVH while breathing in and out. No vocal cords, no sound, only the rush of air forming sacred syllables. The Name itself becomes breath.Later, Rabbi Rami Shapiro deepened this understanding in Judaism Without Tribalism, distinguishing two ways we encounter the Divine: Yah, “I Am,” the inward presence; and Ehyeh, Being itself beyond us. Breath carries both: the inhale, “Yah,” turning us inward, centering us in selfhood; the exhale, “Ehyeh,” releasing us outward into community, creation, and relationship.Jewish tradition also speaks of two inclinations, the yetzer ha-ra (the self-directed impulse, sometimes mistranslated as “evil”) and the yetzer ha-tov (the communal or altruistic impulse, “good”). Breath, again, becomes the place of balance: the inhale honors the self's need for oxygen, life, renewal; the exhale honors the world's need for creativity and creation it's self. In this back-and-forth, the Name of God becomes the rhythm of our very existence.Layered upon these roots are Creation Spirituality's Four Paths: Positiva (awe and wonder), Negativa (letting go, emptiness), Creativa (birthing newness), Transformativa (healing and justice). Breath can move through these paths, each inhale and exhale carrying us through transformation, wonder, surrender, and creativity.What begins as simply saying the Name with breath grows quickly into a deep meditation on self and cosmos. Inhaling, we are filled, self affirmed, grounded, alive. Exhaling, we are emptied, poured out for others, surrendered into communion. It is the yesh and the ayin, fullness and emptiness.The practice reveals subtle truths: selfishness is not always evil, for inhaling is necessary to live. Selflessness is not always holy, for endless exhaling leaves us collapsed. We need both: the courage to take in life for ourselves and the generosity to release life for others. Brian put it plainly: if all we do is inhale, we faint; if all we do is exhale, we expire.There is also mystery here. Each breath can feel like the ocean becoming a drop and the drop returning to the ocean. Each cycle of fullness and emptiness is a miniature creation, a tide that carries both the particularity of the self and the vastness of the cosmos. Thich Nhat Hanh called mindfulness the greatest magic because it brings us into the only moment that exists, the present. In this practice, mindfulness and prayer merge, each breath becoming spell, prayer, offering.Breath touches everything. What I exhale becomes food for trees; what trees exhale becomes food for me. Breath connects species, people, and places into one vast circulatory system of life.Prayed in this way, breath also connects traditions. It holds the Jewish mystical sense of the Divine Name too holy to speak, yet spoken in every breath. It carries the Christian vision of the Spirit as breath or wind (ruach, pneuma), moving in and through all. It resonates with Buddhist mindfulness of breathing as doorway to presence. It sits comfortably in Druidry, which sees the breath of the wind as the breath of the world.Breath also connects the personal and the political. Our balance between inhale and exhale mirrors the balance between self and community, between individual needs and collective responsibilities. Too much inwardness leads to narcissism; too much outwardness leads to unthinking conformity. But when the two dance together, we breathe justice.The advanced practice Brian offered makes this even more explicit: inhaling as transformation, holding in awe, exhaling as surrender, holding in creativity. This rhythm trains us not only to pray but to live: taking in the world's wounds, holding them in wonder, releasing them in service, and pausing long enough to let new worlds gestate.So how do we embody this? Begin simply. Sit or lie down comfortably. Let your shoulders relax. Inhale, shaping your mouth as though saying “Yah.” Exhale, shaping your lips as though saying “Ehyeh.” Don't force sound, let the air itself be the word.Feel the rhythm: fullness and emptiness. Notice the peace, like a cool autumn breeze. Notice the grounding, like roots drinking deeply. Notice the rising energy, like the charged air before a storm. Let your awareness sharpen until you feel not just your lungs but the whole web of life breathing with you.Practice safely. Don't force breath-holds. Don't clench your throat. This is not a contest of endurance. It is prayer. Breathe naturally, gently, and if discomfort rises, release.In time, you may add the pauses. After an inhale, hold for awe. After an exhale, hold for creativity. Let the Four Paths shape your breath: becoming, beholding, surrendering, birthing. Let the cycle turn until it becomes second nature, until every breath becomes a liturgy of transformation.This is not meant to be lofty or distant. It can be morning centering, evening unwinding, or a quick re-grounding in the middle of the day. It can accompany your prayers, or it can be your prayer. What matters is that it keeps you alive to the presence of Spirit in and around you.For me, this practice begins as peace: a soft breath, like the wind through trees on a fall afternoon. That peace sinks into my bones as grounding, reminding me that life is not abstract but in this air, this body, this earth. Then, without warning, the peace turns electric, a rising surge like storm-air alive with possibility. Awareness sharpens. Connection hums. I feel the life of trees, the pulse of animals, the hush of stones, all tied together by breath.This practice reminds me that holiness is not locked in temples but carried in our lungs. Every inhale is the gift of being. Every exhale is the offering of self. Breath is the Name of the Holy One, spoken not with voice but with life.And so my prayer is simple: may we learn to notice our breath. May we let it carry us into peace, root us in life, and awaken us to the storm-charged presence of the Divine all around. May each breath we take be offering, communion, and blessing. Amen.Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it.Thank you for Tips / Donations: * https://ko-fi.com/cedorsett * https://patreon.com/cedorsett * https://cash.app/$CreationsPaths* Substack: https://www.creationspaths.com/New to The Seraphic Grove learn more For Educational Resource: https://wisdomscry.com Social Connections: * BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/creationspaths.com * Threads https://www.threads.net/@creationspaths * Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creationspaths/#christopagan #CreationSpirituality #breathprayer #mysticism #druidry #Brigid #breathwork #contemplation #sacredpractice #prayerChapters:00:00 Introduction: The Divine Breath01:07 Host Introductions01:16 Overview of Divine Breath Practice02:08 Matthew Fox's Radical Prayer Teaching04:34 Understanding Divine Connection: Internal and External15:08 Advanced Practice: Four Paths Breathing18:15 Safety Guidelines for Breath Work20:04 Closing Thoughts and Blessing Get full access to Creation's Paths at www.creationspaths.com/subscribe

Quand un piano joue tout seul… ou presque !

In a season of Stillness, but I'm still here. ❤️‍

Dr. Glenn and Phyllis Hill welcome their grandson, Asher Hill, to share his journey of learning and practicing the Connection Codes Core Emotion Wheel from a young age. That foundation became life-saving when, at just 14 years old, he was hit with the emotional weight of his mother's cancer diagnosis. Now 16, Asher reflects on how this tool has carried him through high school pressures, football struggles, panic attacks, and family conflicts—and even how he uses it with his girlfriend to build a safe, honest relationship. His story proves that emotional intelligence isn't just for adults—no one is too young to learn it—and that authentic communication and safe spaces for vulnerability can transform every relationship, from family to friendships to future partnerships.Chapters:(00:00:00) Introduction & Disclaimer(00:02:59) Meet Asher(00:05:14) Why Asher is on the Podcast(00:06:59) Early Memories of Connection Codes(00:08:06) Cousin Conflict(00:10:38) The "Three Sentences" Rule(00:12:56) The Core Emotion Wheel as a "Game Changer"(00:15:56) Learning as We Go(00:19:12) A Cousin-Led Resolution(00:21:44) Navigating a Mother's Illness(00:26:28) Emotional Suppression as a Coping Mechanism(00:27:32) Inhale, Exhale: The Flow of Emotions(00:29:07) The Gym Analogy for Emotions(00:30:44) The Weight of Unprocessed Feelings(00:36:11) Asher's Core Emotion Wheel(00:38:23) Using the Wheel in a RelationshipLinks and Resources:Download the Core Emotion Wheel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@connectioncodes?si=phORYBsGMOOrj9mA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find out how to become a Certified Coach:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://connectioncodes.co/certified-coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find a coach:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://connectioncodes.co/coaches#find-a-coach-menu⁠⁠⁠

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE You're driven, passionate, and dedicated to growth. So why do you still feel disconnected from your body—and from your own peace? In this powerful conversation, we welcome Andria Winger, NASM-certified personal trainer and breathwork facilitator, to explore one of the most overlooked tools for transformation: your breath. From breaking free of numbing coping mechanisms to calming an overactive nervous system, Andrea shares how intentional breathing can release buried emotions, rewire your stress response, and open the door to creativity and clarity. You'll learn how to recognize when you're stuck in “stress mode,” reconnect to your authentic self, and use breath as a daily anchor for resilience. This isn't just another wellness trend. It's a practical, soul-deep approach you can use anywhere—whether you need to ground before a big meeting, shift out of overwhelm, or finally exhale years of holding it all together.

Join Premium! Ready for an ad-free meditation experience? Join Premium now and get every episode from ALL of our podcasts completely ad-free now! Just a few clicks makes it easy for you to listen on your favorite podcast player.  Become a PREMIUM member today by going to --> https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Sink into stillness,  And let your body rest.  You are held by the ground, supported by the unseen arms of the earth. PAUSE There is no rush now. No need to be anything but here. And breathing. PAUSE Let your breath arrive softly — like the first wind of spring. Inhale… gathering all the pieces of yourself. Exhale… slowly, slowly… letting go. Join our Premium Sleep for Women Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Sleep podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here --> https://bit.ly/sleepforwomen  Join our Premium Meditation for Kids Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Kids podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here → https://bit.ly/meditationforkidsapple Hey, I'm so glad you're taking the time to be with us today. My team and I are dedicated to making sure you have all the meditations you need throughout all the seasons of your life.  If there's a meditation you desire, but can't find, email us at Katie Krimitsos to make a request. We'd love to create what you want!  Namaste, Beautiful,

EP 228. From Forgiveness to Freedom — What to Do After You Let It GoYou've let it go… but now what?Here's the thing nobody tells you — forgiveness isn't the grand finale. It's not the closing credits. It's the opening scene to your next chapter. You've put down the heavy bag, but freedom? Freedom is when you stop circling the airport of your past and finally walk out into the world with your hands free and your heart light.In this episode, we're going deeper than “just let it go.” I'm showing you how to release the weight you've been carrying (because yes, forgiveness still leaves residue), create your own closure without waiting for their apology, stop reopening old wounds, and guard your peace like it's your most expensive possession — because in this season, it is.If you've ever wondered why you still feel heavy after forgiving, or how to stop slipping back into old patterns, this conversation is your game plan. By the end, you'll know exactly how to live like you've let it go, step into your Protect Your Peace Era, and choose you every single time.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Forgiveness is just the starting point for personal growth.Confidence is a decision you can embody right now.Main Character Energy is about owning your narrative.Closure is a choice you give yourself, not a gift from others.Protecting your peace is essential for lasting healing.Setting boundaries keeps your well-being intact.You are responsible for your happiness and peace.Letting go of old dreams can lead to new possibilities.Self-love is an ongoing journey, not a final destination.You are worth protecting at all costs.CHAPTERS00:00 – The Journey of Letting Go 04:34 – Finding Closure Within Yourself 08:57 – Protecting Your Healing 12:38 – Guarding Your Peace 18:39 – Embracing Your Freedom 21:39 – Empowerment Through Sharing and ConnectionTHE SELF-LOVE 2-STEP:1️⃣ Pause & BreatheStop whatever you're doing.Close your eyes.Inhale deeply through your nose for a count of 4.Hold for 4.Exhale slowly through your mouth for a count of 6.Repeat three times. This tells your nervous system: We are safe. We are here. We are not going back.2️⃣ Affirm Your Freedom Say out loud — yes, out loud: "I choose my peace over my past. I am free." Recognize: I honor my growth, and I'm not going back.Do this every time you feel yourself slipping into old patterns, and watch how your peace becomes your default, not your fight. Freedom isn't a one-time decision — it's a way of living.

Join Premium! Ready for an ad-free meditation experience? Join Premium now and get every episode from ALL of our podcasts completely ad-free now! Just a few clicks makes it easy for you to listen on your favorite podcast player.  Become a PREMIUM member today by going to --> https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Tuck yourself in, Let your body go slack. Melt into your mattress, Let your mind lean back. LONG PAUSE... Relax your body now, And follow your breath. Inhale the quiet, Exhale the rest. LONG PAUSE... The day is behind you, The night is ahead. Let thoughts drift away, As you sink into bed. Join our Premium Sleep for Women Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Sleep podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here --> https://bit.ly/sleepforwomen  Join our Premium Meditation for Kids Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Kids podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here → https://bit.ly/meditationforkidsapple Hey, I'm so glad you're taking the time to be with us today. My team and I are dedicated to making sure you have all the meditations you need throughout all the seasons of your life.  If there's a meditation you desire, but can't find, email us at Katie Krimitsos to make a request. We'd love to create what you want!  Namaste, Beautiful,

Join Premium! Ready for an ad-free meditation experience? Join Premium now and get every episode from ALL of our podcasts completely ad-free now! Just a few clicks makes it easy for you to listen on your favorite podcast player.  Become a PREMIUM member today by going to --> https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Tuck yourself in, Let your body go slack. Melt into your mattress, Let your mind lean back. LONG PAUSE... Relax your body now, And follow your breath. Inhale the quiet, Exhale the rest. LONG PAUSE... The day is behind you, The night is ahead. Let thoughts drift away, As you sink into bed. Join our Premium Sleep for Women Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Sleep podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here --> https://bit.ly/sleepforwomen  Join our Premium Meditation for Kids Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Kids podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here → https://bit.ly/meditationforkidsapple Hey, I'm so glad you're taking the time to be with us today. My team and I are dedicated to making sure you have all the meditations you need throughout all the seasons of your life.  If there's a meditation you desire, but can't find, email us at Katie Krimitsos to make a request. We'd love to create what you want!  Namaste, Beautiful,

Inhale is a techno music podcast. Please check out this high-energy session. Artist names and song titles are in order of play... ROBPM-STARKILLER, ENRICO SANGIULIANO-REFLECTION, MOTVS-CANNON IN G, SPACE 92-COOPER/THE BASS, MOTVS-DAJE, CHARLOTTE DE WITTE-RETURN TO NOWHERE, DEJAN-FENOMEN, CHARLOTTE DE WITTE-ASURA, ASYS-FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION, SPACE 92-REAKTOR, COSMIC BOYS-EXE, MOTVS-SPACE FLIGHT, CHARLOTTE DE WITTE-FORMULA, DEBORAH DE LUCA-STEP, ATLAS-SPACE 92, TOBIAS LUEKE-BOUND, EDDIE MESS-NOBODY, DEBORAH DE LUCA-CHILDREN. End. Thanks for listening from Ken Steele.

Julie Westervelt is the Founder of Sleep Crown Pillows. With a background in Restorative Yoga, her life's work is to help people feel the calm, soft side of life. Inhale, exhale, rest.SHOWNOTES:

Download our Mobile App! iOS | Android --- Embrace the energy as the cool breeze ruffles your hair. Close your eyes and listen. Moored boats creak and groan, eager to break from their tethers and put out to sea. Halyards tap impatiently at the hollow masts, begging to unfurl the sails. Overhead, gulls wheel in the sunshine. Inhale deeply; the sharp, briny scent clears your body of tension, encouraging you to relax and center. ---

Let's talk about something real…⁠ Fear. Doubt. Uncertainty.⁠ They have a sneaky way of showing up anytime we're considering a change, especially when it's tied to our careers or sense of purpose.⁠  Dr. Shawnté Elbert knows that feeling. When life threw her a curveball, she realized she had a choice: let fear run the show or practice something different.⁠  Her choice? Inhale faith. Exhale fear.⁠ It's not just a one-time thing. It's a practice and a mantra—a way of moving forward even when the next step feels unclear.  With honesty, humor, and heart, Shawnté shares how she navigated big life pivots, embraced uncertainty, and discovered the value of rewriting her story. Her path is a reminder that fear often signals growth, not failure.⁠ If you're standing at a crossroads, feeling unsure of what's next, this conversation will meet you right where you are and inspire you to take your next tiny, brave step forward.⁠

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Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order!   Today's Power Affirmation: When I slow down, I feel alive. In stillness, I learn how to fly.   Today's Oracle of Motivation: As you twirl in this experience and the fast-paced days tug your dress, remember that the race is not real. There is no competition. All that matters is that you, so beautiful in your sparkles, only hit the throttle in areas of life that call you to dance. Especially if it means naps by the river, sunsets on the hill, and bear hugs for daysss. Be still, caterpillar. Only in stillness will you learn how to fly. Inhale. Exhale. Jive! Neverland awaits!   Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us daily for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world!   For more musings, visit RageCreate.com     Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!  

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Here we are: Summer has arrived, but you're wondering ... "Why don't I feel fantastic all the time?"Instead of feeling excitement for the summer months that you held as a child, you're feeling the heat - physically, mentally, and emotionally.Well, ladies, Ayurveda to the rescue!Today, on Episode 159 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're fighting that summer heat.We're thinking cooling, hydrating and light.We're managing our social media and news time by letting less in.We're letting go of the intense, hot workouts in favor of cooling swims or meditations.And we're practicing 2 cooling breaths.For Sheetali Breathing:Roll your tongue like a taco (or gently open your lips and breathe in through your teeth if that's more your style - or you're in public). Inhale cool air slowly. Exhale through your nose.Try this for 5–7 rounds. It truly feels like peppermint for your nervous system!For Left Nostril Breathing (Chandra Bhedana):Cover your right nostril by applying light pressure with your finger or thumb. Inhale and exhale through the left nostril. This technique is not only cooling, but super calming. It's great before bed or after a heated convo (or a heated workout).You might be wondering: Why do these breathing techniques work?Because your breath controls your inner thermostat. When you cool your breath, your nervous system gets the memo that you're safe, calm, and not on fire.Take a breath, take a break, give yourself some grace, and enjoy the summer vibes!Love,Lorrie xoxoxOn this Episode:Take the Dosha QuizLoving the show? Let's connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & BeyondLoving the show? Let's connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3034: Eric Leija breaks down the critical role of proper breathing during training, not just for endurance, but for increasing power and avoiding fatigue. With actionable techniques like “exhale with exertion” and diaphragmatic breathing, he shows how mastering your breath can improve strength, protect against injury, and prevent lightheaded crashes mid-workout. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ericleija.com/are-you-breathing-correctly-during-training/ Quotes to ponder: "A breath is a breath, no matter when you take it, but trust me when you start seriously working out, you'll notice how breath can not only impact your oxygen levels but also your power output." "A short way to remember this is 'Exhale With Exertion.'" "Inhale deeply, focusing not on inhaling into your chest, but into your belly and the bottom of your lungs." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3034: Eric Leija breaks down the critical role of proper breathing during training, not just for endurance, but for increasing power and avoiding fatigue. With actionable techniques like “exhale with exertion” and diaphragmatic breathing, he shows how mastering your breath can improve strength, protect against injury, and prevent lightheaded crashes mid-workout. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ericleija.com/are-you-breathing-correctly-during-training/ Quotes to ponder: "A breath is a breath, no matter when you take it, but trust me when you start seriously working out, you'll notice how breath can not only impact your oxygen levels but also your power output." "A short way to remember this is 'Exhale With Exertion.'" "Inhale deeply, focusing not on inhaling into your chest, but into your belly and the bottom of your lungs." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of essential oils for menopause hormones, I asked all the questions you ask. The purpose? To find beyond exercise and food, what can you do with essential oils to support your symptoms or simply elevate your health.  I ask about essential oils for menopause hormones – adrenal fatigue, sleep, libido, cravings and more.  Don't miss this one!    My Guest: Jodi Sternoff Cohen is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist, functional practitioner and founder of Vibrant Blue Oils, where she has combined her training in nutritional therapy and aromatherapy to create unique proprietary blends of organic and wild-crafted essential oils. She has helped over 50,000 clients heal from brain related challenges, including anxiety, insomnia, and autoimmunity.   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:08:06] No one is a stranger to essential oils, but can we go back to their origins?  [00:10:00] How can essential oils help a woman in menopause?  [00:16:26] What works for adrenal fatigue? [00:19:33] What if sleep is a problem?  [00:22:00] What if blood sugar and insulin resistance are?  [00:23:07] What if cravings for sweets or caffeine are an issue?  [00:28:16] How can oils help with fascia? [00:33:55] What if the energy to exercise seems to have left the building?  [00:35:07] What if headaches or migraines are a problem?  [00:37:08] What if the va va voom is nowhere to be found?  [00:38:45] Where does a newbie start?  [00:34:28] What are your favorites and why?  [00:39:00] Some are for use topically… Do they all require dilution?    Why Use Essential Oils? A powerful concentrated essence medicine, you only need a small amount. Calms, focuses and regulates moods. Targets nervous system, vagus nerve, and adrenal response. Supports cortisol balance, melatonin production, and more   The Power of Essential Oils for Menopause Hormones   The Power of Touch Skin is our largest organ, open to fat soluble remedies. Applying essential oils on a reflex point is powerful.   The Power of Smell Smell has direct access to the part of your brain known as the amygdala. Signals the brain to process certain emotions, calm the nervous system (anxiety, depression, etc.)   Uses: Adrenal Fatigue Indicators: exhaustion, needing caffeine, brain fog. Helps reset stress signals and regulate cortisol through the nervous system and hypothalamus. Topical application on the lower back in the morning or mid afternoon to give energy. Sleep Regulates the Circadian Rhythm by triggering the pineal gland to naturally release melatonin. Sleep issues: Bedtime - topical application on the top of the head, above the ears or back of the head. Waking up at 1am - smelling oils for pancreas, which releases the hormones to pull the blood sugar out of the bloodstream and into the cells. Waking up at 3am - topical application for liver and gallbladder to help sleep through the night. Cravings (sweets and caffeine) Use adrenal or circulation blends to beat afternoon crashes. Inhale or topical application on the lower back to boost alertness. Mobility Fascia health is hormone-responsive and affects posture and motion. Emotional stress can tighten fascia, impacting mobility. Applying on body part allows more range of motion Headache and Migraine Topical application on the temples and lymph node clusters (neck, base of skull, behind the ears and clavicles) to relieve pressure and move fluid. Libido Adrenal blends applied to the lower back help restore energy and hormonal balance. Parasympathetic blends send safety signals to the nervous system, reducing stress and allowing desire to return. Topical application around the belly button or inner thighs to promote circulation and stimulate libido.   Key Takeaways on Essential Oils for Menopause Hormones Oils work quickly due to their ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and influence the nervous system. Topical and aromatic use of essential oils can support hormone health without relying on supplements or medications. Specific oils target specific problems: Adrenals → Energy, stress, blood sugar regulation Circadian → Sleep onset Pancreas → Night waking Liver/Gallbladder → 3 a.m. wakeups Circulation → Boost alertness & focus Hormonal changes affect fascia, posture, mobility, and emotional resilience. Left-nostril breathing with oils can calm anxiety by balancing brain hemispheres.   Connect with Jodi: Get your Vibrant Blue Oils here: Parasympathetic State Toolkit Instagram - @vibrantblueoils    Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - What Stem Cell Therapy Taught Me About Recovery, Mindset, and Reinventing Downtime Next Episode - Listener Menopause Exercise Question: Are You Exercising Too Much, Too Little, or Just Right? More Like This - Best Essential Oils for Women, Stress, Sleep, and Hormones   Resources: Join the Flipping50 Membership for evidence-based workout programs. Opening soon! Save your spot! Short & Easy Exercise videos in this 5 Day Flip Challenge.

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It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: loads of news from American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions, GLP1 for T1D, Tech updates, diabetes in space, and more! Find out more about Moms' Night Out  Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com) Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom   Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Twitter Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Reach out with questions or comments: info@diabetes-connections.com Episode transcription with links: Hello and welcome to Diabetes Connections In the News! I'm Stacey Simms and every other Friday I bring you a short episode with the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. XX Top story – looking back at The American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions conference. I won't recap everything here – but I'll link up to a few more comprehensive article. Here's just a taste! XX A single infusion of a new stem cell-based treatment helped 10 out of 12 people with severe type 1 diabetes stop using insulin, researchers report. The treatment, called zimislecel, was made by Vertex Pharmaceuticals. It's an infusion of lab-grown islet cells. A year after getting the therapy, 10 patients no longer needed insulin shots. The other two were able to reduce how much insulin they needed.  The treatment requires patients to take immunosuppressive drugs, which may raise the risk of infections or cancer in the long run, experts said. https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2025-06-24/stem-cell-treatment-may-free-some-with-type-1-diabetes-from-insulin XX New study shows inhaled insulin is safe and effective for children with type 1 diabetes. This is Mannkind's Afrezza, which takes the place of rapid-acting mealtime insulin. Findings indicate that inhaled insulin delivers glycemic control comparable to injected rapid-acting insulin. Inhaled insulin was also associated with less weight gain and slightly higher patient and parent preference scores. These findings add to outcomes shared from INHALE 1 late last year. Based on the findings of the inhaled insulin study, MannKind looks to seek FDA approval to expand Afrezza's indication to children. The company also aims to evaluate inhaled insulin at diagnosis and in automated insulin delivery systems in additional studies. https://www.drugdeliverybusiness.com/study-mannkind-inhaled-insulin-safe-effective-children/ XX Positive outcomes in two different studies looking at GLP 1 medications for type 1. Semaglutide – brand name Ozempic or Wegovy - reduced glucose levels and weight among patients with type 1 diabetes and obesity. 26-week, double-blind trial of 72 adults, those taking Ozempic spent More than 70% time spent in sensor glucose range (70-180 mg/dL) Less than 4% time spent in hypoglycemia (

Welcome to Vibe Vault: unlocked's meditation series.  Join Vibe Guide Amy L in a compassion meditation of healing and peace. Using our breath to guide us, we seek to connect to ourselves and the community and world around us, exhaling love and compassion.Note: Please DO NOT add this audio content to the YouTube Content ID System. We have used background music which is owned by FesliyanStudios.Background music from http://www.FesliyanStudios.comWant to keep the conversation going? Connect with us online!Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/vibevaultfit/Find us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vibevaultfit/?hl=en (@vibevaultfit)Find us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAzvYko6QUxZf-Je2joUhnQConnect with Kristine on Instagram: @kristine.carrolllConnect with Dr B on Instagram: @bhavna_shyamalan

Have you ever had a work situation that took you to your knees and required your faith that everything was going to be okay? I have. In one of my roles, my boss told me that I wasn't the right fit for the role and that I was going on the dreaded performance improvement plan or PIP for short. I was typically the person that was helping others improve their performance, not the employee that was told my performance wasn't measuring up to expectations.When my boss provided me that news, I felt like I left my body. I immediately felt fear. Questions like, “Am I going to be fired?” or “What do I do next if this doesn't work out?” started swirling over my head like storm clouds.The next year was a mad scramble to try to fit in the mold of what my boss wanted me to be while simultaneously looking for a better cultural fit in a new job. That time was fraught with fear and overworking. I didn't even see another choice – that I could have softened into surrender.My guest today, Dr. Shawnte Elbert, has faced her fair share of career struggles, but unlike my position of overdriving, Shawnte learned a concept that I love: inhale faith, exhale fear. In today's podcast, Shawnte gives me a beautiful masterclass in letting go of the need to control and leaning on something much greater: our faith. Before we get started, let me share more about Shawnte:Dr. Shawnté Elbert, EdD, MCHES, CWHC, is the founder and CEO of Elbert Innovative Dr. Shawnté Elbert is a nationally recognized leader in public health, health equity, and mental healthcare innovation. She is the Founder & Principal Consultant of Elbert Innovative Solutions (EIS), advising organizations on equity-driven leadership, workforce development, and systems change.Dr. Elbert is also the Regional Director and Director of Training and Development at Growth & Empowerment Mental Healthcare Services, LLC (G&E). She oversees comprehensive training for clinical and non-clinical staff and ensures that mental healthcare services are effective, culturally responsive, and equity-centered. She is also a co-founder of Sister WELLS Counseling, Coaching & Consulting, PLLC, alongside Dr. Charla Blumell and Dr. Sherrá Watkins. Sister WELLS is a collective of experienced wellness and leadership professionals dedicated to leadership development, holistic wellness, and guiding individuals toward authentic transformation. Rooted in their shared sisterhood and passion for equity-driven change, the practice brings a unique and deeply personal approach to leadership and well-being.

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Welcome to another breath prayer episode, in the Breathe & Be Still series. Let's breathe and be still and know that He is Lord and you are safe, known, loved by Him. So often in your life, you are the rock. You are other's rock. They rely on you for strength, support, encouragement, love, help. You love to serve and you are dependable. BUT, you can not carry all of your cares and all the cares of everyone else too! Your patients, clients, friends, children, spouse, family....That's too much of a load to carry. The Lord wants to carry them and He is the only one able. Verse: Psalm 55:22 Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; Get in a comfortable position, can do this anywhere at any time. but closing eyes is a good way to focus, unless driving. Inhale.... deep breath.....expand chest and lungs... each one taking deeper... Exhale...breathe out audibly... let all the muscles and tension relax Speak out, on the inhale and exhale for 3 min : Inhale: Lord, I cast my cares on you Exhale: you will sustain me  Caregiver, if your load is heavy, let's unload your stress together on a free stress assessment call—a customized, personalized session where we'll uncover:

Join Premium! Ready for an ad-free meditation experience? Join Premium now and get every episode from ALL of our podcasts completely ad-free now! Just a few clicks makes it easy for you to listen on your favorite podcast player.  Become a PREMIUM member today by going to --> https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Take a deep breath in,And as you exhale, let your body settle.Inhale once more,And release,Feeling yourself grounding into this present moment. PAUSE Now, imagine heavy chains,Cold and tight, wrapped around your body.Feel their weight,The way they press against your skin,Holding you in place. PAUSE But with each breath you take,These chains begin to glow.Slowly, they start to warm,And as you exhale,Feel the tension of them dissolving. Join our Premium Sleep for Women Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Sleep podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here --> https://bit.ly/sleepforwomen  Join our Premium Meditation for Kids Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Kids podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here → https://bit.ly/meditationforkidsapple Hey, I'm so glad you're taking the time to be with us today. My team and I are dedicated to making sure you have all the meditations you need throughout all the seasons of your life.  If there's a meditation you desire, but can't find, email us at Katie Krimitsos to make a request. We'd love to create what you want!  Namaste, Beautiful,

A new path has revealed itself — not through sudden discovery, but through the journey walked step by step, breath by breath. In this month's Akashic Guidance, I share the channeled message from the Records: “The spiral has opened.”   This message speaks of remembrance, of the path that has always been here — waiting for you to see it, feel it, and walk it forward in presence.   In this episode, you'll receive: • The channeled Akashic guidance for June

I'm releasing this episode a day early—because I can feel how much it's needed right now. So many of us are moving through deep cycles of light and shadow, expansion and contraction. You are not alone. On May 1st, I experienced a full day of Oneness—pure Light, complete Presence, a deep remembering of the true Self. And then, the next day… my skin broke out, my digestion slowed, my energy dipped. It felt like a crash—but it wasn't. It was a contraction. The natural exhale after the inhale. In this episode, I share the lived rhythm of spiritual awakening through the lens of Samsara—the spiral of life, death, and rebirth that pulses through every breath, every moment, every phase of our journey. I speak on Shiva and Shakti, the inhale and exhale of Consciousness, and why you're not going backwards when things feel low after a spiritual high. This is the path of Quantum Manifestation—not a linear rise, but a sacred rhythm. A return to Truth through both the opening and the closing. The Light and the body. You are not broken. You are remembering. Episodes to listen to and reference for more information:  * Healing In and Through the Body (Why So Much is Coming Up Right Now) * Quantum Weight Release, Remembering Presence + Dissolving the Illusion of Separation  * The Afterglow of Eclipse Season * * * *  Book an Akashic Records Reading with Ashley Notes from the Episode Walk Home to Oneness with us in GUIDED  | new month to month membership Shop our workshops | 20% off with ALIGNED at checkout Follow @alnwithin on IG  ALN | Stillness SPOTIFY Playlist  ALN | Flow SPOTIFY Playlist