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In almost every class Adrienne teaches, she tells her students that struggling is inevitable, but suffering is optional. She doesn't mean we get to choose whether difficult things happen to us or not. But sometimes we add another layer by fighting what we're already feeling. We tell ourselves we shouldn't be sad, shouldn't be anxious, shouldn't be angry, or that we should be farther along than we are. That struggle can create even more suffering.Today's meditation is simply an invitation to set that extra layer down, even if it's only for a few minutes.Sometimes we come to meditation because we want to become calmer, happier, more enlightened, or more awake. But if we look closely, that can become just another form of striving. Just another way of trying to be someone other than who we are in this moment.What if, instead, you didn't have to become anything? What if there was nothing to fix?When you forget there's nothing to fix, press play.Send us Fan MailWe Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.EMAIL US: WDPFTPodcast@gmail.comYou don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story: Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.comFor th...
Have you ever wondered why you can show up perfectly, stay calm under pressure, and hold everything together for everyone else, yet still feel like you are quietly running on empty? In today's episode of Calming Anxiety, we unpack the hidden reality of high-functioning anxiety—the state where your outside performs flawlessly while your inside is quietly starved of fuel. Hosted by Martin, a clinical hypnotherapist and former frontline paramedic, this 10-minute session is designed specifically to help you move past the mere absence of panic and step into true nervous system regulation. Together, we explore the clinical concept of allostatic load—the accumulated weight of a thousand ordinary, unrecovered days—and engage in a powerful 4-2-6 breathing practice to stimulate your vagal tone and restore your ventral vagal state of deep safety. Key Timestamps & Journey Points00:00 – The Illusion of Coping: Why calm people still burn out and what high-functioning anxiety really looks like. 00:34 – Welcome to Calming Anxiety: Introduction by Martin, clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic. 01:18 – Understanding Allostatic Load: Realizing that burnout isn't a sudden crash, but months of quiet, low-level sympathetic activation. 02:14 – The Vagal Tone Restoration: A guided 4-2-6 breathing exercise to signal safety to your brain. 04:02 – The Foundation Visualization: Journeying into the structure of your house to address the invisible wear and tear. 06:47 – Affirmations for Rest: Internalizing permission to step down before a collapse occurs. 08:04 – 3 Daily Caring Tips: Practical, immediate strategies to protect your energy and capacity. 09:41 – Outro & Community Connection: A reminder to prioritize your mind, body, and soul, and to always Be KindBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief--4110266/support.Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.
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When you need a reminder that you're connected to more than your Wi-Fi, press play.It's easy to feel isolated when life gets busy or overwhelming, but the truth is we're connected in more ways than we can imagine.In this guided meditation, you'll use your breath, visualization, and the grounding image of a tree to reconnect with yourself, the earth beneath you, and the people and living things that share this world with you.Together we'll slow down, breathe deeply, grow strong roots, and remember that even when you feel alone… you're part of something much bigger.Send us Fan MailWe Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.EMAIL US: WDPFTPodcast@gmail.comYou don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story: Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.comFor th...
Feeling Lonely in a Crowd? Guided Meditation for Loneliness and Social AnxietyEpisode DescriptionWhy do you feel so lonely, even with people around you? If you are struggling with the social isolation of the heart, this 10-minute guided meditation is your safe sanctuary to find true connection without the pressure to perform.Join clinical hypnotherapist Martin Hewlett as he guides you through a calming $4$-$2$$-6$ breathing rhythm to settle your nervous system, deep visualization to remind you of your hidden roots to the world, and gentle affirmations for social anxiety. Discover how stepping back from being the loudest voice in the room can unlock deep inner peace and genuine connection.What you'll experience in this 10-minute sanctuary:The Calming Breath: A guided $4$-second inhale, $2$-second hold, and $6$-second exhale to activate your rest-and-digest response.The Forest Visualization: A peaceful mental journey to see how we are always rooted to others, even when we feel separate on the surface.Mindful Affirmations: Shifting away from social performance and learning to be gentle with yourself in crowded spaces.3 Daily Caring Tips: Practical, immediate strategies to handle loneliness, lower emotional intensity, and build micro-connections today.Time ChaptersThese timestamps are precisely matched to your audio structure for seamless user navigation:00:00 – Inside the Isolation of the Heart00:54 – The $4$-$2$-$6$ Calming Breath Work03:10 – The Forest Network Visualization05:15 – Affirmations for Inner Peace & Gentle Connection07:52 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Loneliness09:12 – Returning to the Present Moment09:40 – A Personal Note from Martin: Finding Strength in the QuietMid-Show Content: AffirmationsTo be repeated quietly within your mind during the session:"I am allowed to feel close to others without performing for them.""My quiet does not mean I am unseen.""I can be in a room full of people and still be gentle with myself.""Connection does not depend on being the loudest voice in the room.""I am rooted to others in ways I cannot always see or hear."3 Daily Caring TipsThe One True Conversation: Next time you are in a room that feels too big, stop trying to connect with everyone. Find just one person, ask one real question, and let the rest of the room take care of itself. One genuine conversation protects the heart far better than ten polite ones.Name It Quietly: When that hollow feeling rises in company, label it silently: "This is loneliness, not a fact about my worth." Simply naming a feeling rather than fighting it instantly lowers its emotional intensity.The Five-Minute Check-In: Don't wait for a massive gathering to feel seen. Send one quick message today with no agenda—just a simple "thinking of you" to someone you care about. Small, intentional contact does more to cure loneliness than the biggest party on the calendar.Caring CTA & LinksIf today's reflection brought you comfort, please consider sharing this episode with someone who might be quietly feeling the same way today.Stream Every Episode Free: Access our complete daily meditation library at calminganxiety.fm.Take the Sanctuary With You: Bring peace into your pocket and listen wherever you go with the Anchored app.And as always in everything... mind-love, positivity whenever you can, and your beautiful self—be kind.
What if the emotional patterns you struggle with aren’t actually who you are? What if they’re just patterns—and patterns can be interrupted? I’m joined by Dr. Elisha Goldstein, returning to the show eight years after his first appearance, to talk about his new book, Tiny Shifts: How Emotional Health Transforms Stress, Relationships, and Longevity. I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about healthy eating, exercise, fitness, sleep, and all the things we do to live a long and healthy life, but what about the emotional stuff? Because Elisha makes the case that emotional longevity is just as important as physical longevity—and that living in a high-stress, agitated pattern can potentially take years off your life. We get into his simple 4-R method: recognize, release, refocus, reinforce, which can help you catch yourself in an overwhelmed loop before you spiral into those undesirable, repeatable patterns. We talk about why the skills we learn can easily fail us when we need them the most—when we’re under pressure, agitated, or triggered—and how to create more space between stimulus and response. Elisha explains why emotions are biology, how getting in touch with what’s happening in your body can change the way you respond, and why asking your brain better questions can lead to better answers. We also talk about the everyday moments that can send us into these patterns, from traffic to social media outrage to difficult relationships, and Elisha shares a personal story about getting scammed online that puts all of this to the test in real time. This is a fascinating conversation about emotional health, longevity, and learning to recognize the patterns that drive our behavior so we can interrupt them and give ourselves more choice in the moments when we need it most. LINKS: Brad Kearns.com BradNutrition.com B.rad Whey Protein Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! Brad’s Shopping Page BornToWalkBook.com B.rad Podcast – All Episodes Peluva Five-Toe Minimalist Shoes B.rad Podcast – All Episodes Peluva Five-Toe Minimalist Shoes Book - Tiny Shifts: How Emotional Health Transforms Stress, Relationships, and Longevity We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: B.rad Nutrition: Premium quality, all-natural supplements for peak performance, recovery, and longevity; including the world's highest quality whey protein! Get 20% OFF your first order! Peluva: Comfortable, functional, stylish five-toe minimalist shoe to reawaken optimal foot function. Use code BRADPODCAST for 15% off! Jaspr Air Scrubber: Ultra high-performance air purifier - blows other air filters away! Save $200 on your unit with code BRAD. Get Stride: Advanced DNA, methylation profile, microbiome & blood at-home testing. Hit your stride the right way, with cutting-edge technology and customized programming. Save 10% with the code BRAD. Online educational courses: Numerous great offerings for an immersive home-study educational experience Primal Fitness Expert Certification: The most comprehensive online course on all aspects of traditional fitness programming and a total immersion fitness lifestyle. Save 25% on tuition with code BRAD! #bradpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Welcome to the very first episode of The Total Somatics Show.Have you ever wondered why certain people, situations or even news headlines can affect you so deeply?Why do some people seem calm on the outside, yet feel constantly on edge within?And what if the way you respond today isn't really about today at all?In this opening episode, Heidi explores one of the most important concepts in Total Somatics: the difference between living and surviving.Through a Total Somatics lens, you'll discover how your nervous system, posture, breathing, muscle tension and everyday behaviours may all be reflecting learned survival patterns that began years—even decades—ago.This isn't about blame. It's about understanding.When we understand our patterns, we can begin to change them.In this episode, you'll discover:Why many people live from survival mode without realising it.How emotionally unpredictable environments can shape the nervous system.The connection between stress, muscle tension, posture and breathing.Why you may spend more time in your head than connected to your body.How high-functioning anxiety, people-pleasing, overworking or withdrawing can all be different expressions of the same underlying survival response.Why awareness is the first step towards meaningful and lasting change.How neuroplasticity gives us hope that learned patterns can be updated.Heidi also shares personal reflections about resilience, life experiences and the lessons that have shaped both her clinical practice and her outlook on life.Throughout this podcast, you'll hear practical insights drawn from more than 25 years of clinical experience, combined with conversations around emotional intelligence, relationships, business, resilience, mindset and the human experience—all explored through a Total Somatics perspective.A question to reflect onWhat does your body do first when you feel stressed?Do your shoulders rise?Does your jaw tighten?Do you hold your breath?Do you keep pushing through... or quietly pull away?Sometimes our body tells us the truth long before our mind catches up.Join the conversationThe Total Somatics Show is something we're building together.I'd love to hear:Your questionsYour life lessonsYour challengesYour storiesTopics you'd love explored on future episodes
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If the long golden evenings of summer make you feel a heavy sense of guilt—like you should be out doing something productive with all that beautiful light—and instead you just feel restless and unable to settle in, this session was built exactly for you. In tonight's episode of Calming Anxiety, clinical hypnotherapist and former frontline paramedic Martin helps you transition from a busy day into a peaceful evening. Using the slipping light of a late summer sunset, this practice leverages the concept of neuroception to retrain your nervous system to actively notice safety instead of constantly scanning for what's next. Through a science-backed 4-2-6 breathing technique and a beautifully visual journey into the "glimmers" of twilight, you'll give your mind and body ultimate permission to slow down, shed the day's negativity, and rest. Whether you are struggling with late-day restlessness or summer seasonal anxiety, let this 10-minute guided meditation ground you. Take a moment to simply be in the light rather than trying to use it. New to the podcast? Hit Follow now so tomorrow's evidence-based session finds you automatically. If this evening's reflection brought you peace, please share it wherever you can to keep our independent channel going! ⏱️ Time Chapters00:00 – Cold Intro & Channel Welcome Meet your host, Martin (Clinical Hypnotherapist and former Paramedic), as we address late-day restlessness and introduce the concept of "glimmers." 01:06 – 4-2-6 Extended Out-Breath Breathing Exercise Settle the body and shift the nervous system away from stress scanning and directly into a calm, parasympathetic state. 02:33 – Late Summer Sunset Visualization Immerse yourself in the warm, honey-colored light and soft auditory cues of a fading summer evening to trigger deep somatic safety. 04:41 – Glimmer Affirmations & Natural Trance State Softly whispered, intentional reminders to help you let the light linger, release the rush, and anchor safety into your thoughts. 07:44 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Mindful Evenings Practical lifestyle habits to help you consciously register the golden hour, ease productivity guilt, and strengthen your positive neural pathways. 09:10 – Outro, Anchor Course CTA, & Community Ask Gently return to the room with a reminder to protect your mental health, check out the Anchored daily meditation tool, and share this episode.
When you're ready to loosen your grip, press play. Tonight's practice is an invitation to experience deep rest without needing to fall asleep.Yoga Nidra—often called yogic sleep—guides you to relax your body while your mind remains gently aware. Through breath awareness, rotation of consciousness, visualization, and quiet reflection, you'll be invited to loosen your grip on the thoughts that keep you awake and reconnect with a deeper sense of calm.Whether you're carrying stress, replaying conversations, worrying about tomorrow, or simply feeling exhausted, this practice offers your nervous system a chance to reset.Find a comfortable place to lie down, get cozy, and simply listen. Send us Fan MailWe Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.EMAIL US: WDPFTPodcast@gmail.comYou don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story: Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.comFor th...
In this week's episode, Candace explores how easy it is to fill in the gaps when life feels uncertain. Whether it's a relationship, work, parenting, or an unanswered question, the mind often creates a story to make sense of what it doesn't know—and before long, that story can begin to feel like reality. Using the image of holding tightly to an empty dog leash, Candace reflects on the illusion of control, the weight of assumptions, and how journaling has helped her release anxious thoughts instead of carrying them in her body. It's a gentle reminder to loosen the grip, question the stories we create, and leave space for the truth to unfold.
When stress has made itself a little too comfortable and won't take a hint, press play.Stress doesn't just live in our thoughts or the world around us - it settles into our muscles, connective tissue, and joints. It can even change the way we breathe. Your body can literally become a storage unit for stress to unload This practice is perfect for anytime you notice yourself becoming tight, tense, overwhelmed, or anxious.No experience necessary. Just find a comfortable place, follow your breath, and remember what it feels like to relax.Send us Fan MailWe Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.EMAIL US: WDPFTPodcast@gmail.comYou don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story: Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.comFor th...
Books at Bedtime: The Escape by Katherine MansfieldStep away from the noise of your day and allow your mind to settle. Tonight, cozy up under the blankets for a beautifully measured reading of Katherine Mansfield's classic short story, The Escape.Following a couple's tension-filled journey through a sweltering Mediterranean landscape after a missed train, the story shifts profoundly into an exquisite, dreamlike encounter with a majestic silver tree and a singing voice. This sudden transition from the friction of daily life into an enveloping, deep stillness mirrors the very process of letting go at the end of a long day—making it a perfect "Coffee Break for the Soul." Let the hypnotic descriptions of smoky olive trees, sea breezes, and immense quietude guide your nervous system into total tranquility.Whether you are seeking gentle comfort to overcome insomnia, searching for a peaceful sleep aid, or simply craving a moment of deep relaxation to untangle a busy mind, lay back and let this reading carry you away.Why This Episode Will Help You Sleep Tonight:Eases Insomnia: Soft-spoken, rhythmic narration gives your mind a gentle, low-stakes focus, pulling you out of the overthinking loop.Deep Relaxation: The story's atmospheric transition into a deep, enfolded silence acts as a natural bridge toward sleep.Calming Distraction: Swaps your current anxieties for a vintage, vivid landscape that naturally encourages a restful state.About Calming Anxiety & Books at BedtimeBrought to you by the Calming Anxiety podcast network, Books at Bedtime pairs timeless literature with the soothing art of vocal relaxation. Your host draws upon years of clinical insight to slow your breathing, calm your racing thoughts, and help you transition peacefully from wakefulness to deep, restorative rest.Break free from the cycle of insomnia.Surrender the day and welcome comfort.Rediscover a peaceful path to sleep.Take a slow, deep breath, release the tension in your shoulders, and let the reading enfold you.Listen & Learn More: Visit calminganxiety.fm to explore our online course, masterclasses, and targeted resources for long-term anxiety and panic relief.If these bedtime readings bring you comfort, please subscribe, rate, and share them with someone you care about. Be kind to yourself.
[REBROADCAST FROM May 20, 2026] Sam Yo spent years in a monastery searching for mindfulness. He shares the lessons that helped him move from chaos to calm in his book The Monk's Mindset: Finding Stillness in a World That Won't Stop Moving. Cover art courtesy of the publisher Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this captivating episode of the Transform Your Mind podcast, host Myrna Young converses with Daniel Zavrel, founder of Consciouz and creator of the Consciouz Scan Method. With a rich background encompassing over three decades in personal transformation and coaching, Daniel shares invaluable insights about understanding the intricate connection between stress, emotions, and the body. Through this enlightening dialogue, Daniel reveals the hidden patterns of stress, burnout, and physical imbalance, aiming to transform lives by helping individuals understand what their bodies are trying to communicate.Delving into topics ranging from body awareness to the significance of emotional and physical well-being, Daniel Zavrel provides an enlightening view on ancient methodologies and modern science. The episode discusses how unresolved traumas impact physical health and emotional states while exploring practical methods like the ConsciouzScan Method, designed to boost healing and resilience. Daniel also explains the influence of childhood experiences on adulthood stress and anxiety, emphasizing acceptance and thought transformation as crucial healing practices.Key Takeaways:The body communicates critical messages through symptoms like pain, fatigue, and tension, requiring conscious listening and understanding.Unresolved trauma often manifests physically and emotionally, continuing to affect individual's thoughts, behaviors, and relationships.ConsciouzScan Method offers a holistic insight into one's health, revealing physical imbalances alongside their psycho-emotional causes.Mindfulness, acceptance, and the practice of thought transformation are key to healing and achieving mental well-being.High-achievers often face burnout due to overperformance driven by insecurity, underscoring the importance of heart coherence and conscious practices for maintaining balance.Timestamp Summary0:00 Uncovering Hidden Patterns Behind Stress and Burnout8:33 Expanding Consciousness Beyond Left Brain Rationality10:58 The Evolution of Medicine: From Herbs to Pharmaceuticals12:23 Understanding Emotional Impact on Organ Health and Conscious Living18:35 Embracing Childhood Trauma Through Acceptance and Consciousness23:15 Conscious Scan Method: Quantum Technology for Health and Trauma27:35 Transforming Prenatal Imprints and Negative Self-Talk32:01 Holistic Approaches to Stress and Burnout Recovery38:47 Exploring Consciousness, Reincarnation, and Effortless Living44:05 Harnessing Heart Coherence for Stress Relief and Emotional Healing51:23 Exploring Consciousness and Holistic Healing with Daniel ZavrelSponsors of this episode Physician's choice 60 Billion ProbioticIf you are ready to be intentional about your gut health Go to Amazon or physicianschoice.com and use code PCPODCAST10 for 10% off your entire order SquareSquare brings payments, POS, inventory, staffing, and online sales together in one system – so business owners don't have to juggle a bunch of tools. Right now, listeners can get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/transformQuinceQuince is not just apparel. Quince also offers elevated essentials for your home, from bedding and bath, to kitchen essentials and furniture.Make your summer wardrobe feel easier. Go to Quince.com/tym for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns Resources for Daniel Zavrel Receive a 15% discount on a one-hour online ConsciouzScan Body & Mind Scan session.Book your session here:https://checkout.consciouz.com/checkout/bodymindscanUse discount code MYRNA at checkout to receive your 15% discount.Please note: prices are listed in euros and may be automatically converted by your bank or payment provider.Interested in becoming a Certified ConsciouzScan Coach?Register for the free ConsciouzScan Coach Certification Masterclass here:https://checkout.consciouz.com/masterclass-consciouz-coachWebsite: https://consciouz.comEmail: daniel@consciouz.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/conscious.channelSee this video on The Transform Your Mind YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@MyhelpsUs/videosTo see a transcripts of this audio as well as links to all the advertisers on the show page https://myhelps.us/Follow Transform Your Mind on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/myrnamyoung/Follow Transform Your mind on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063738390977Please leave a rating and review on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/transform-your-mind/id1144973094Feedspot Top 100 Mental Health Podcast For sponsored Brand interviews and sponsorship inquires please visit Partner With The Transform Your Mind Podcast | Myrna Young Life Coach
If checking your bank balance leaves you with a tight knot in your chest, or if paying the monthly bills feels like a battle you can't win, this episode is your sanctuary. Financial anxiety is not a personal failure; it is a natural response from an overwhelmed nervous system reacting to a perceived threat. In this episode of Calming Anxiety, clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin guides you through a powerful 10-minute somatic relaxation practice.You will learn how to settle your nervous system, untangle your self-worth from a number on a screen, and quiet the mental overwhelm of money worries. Discover how to soften the physical tension of stress, find stillness between your breaths, and take back control of your peace of mind—one small, manageable step at a time. Episode Chapters00:00 – Understanding Financial Anxiety as a Nervous System Response 00:41 – Welcome to Calming Anxiety with Martin 01:14 – Somatic Breathing Exercise for Panic and Stress Relief 02:17 – Releasing the Weight of Money Worries 02:41 – Finding Stillness: The Nervous System Reset 03:46 – Guided Visualisation & Positive Affirmations for Abundance 07:26 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Managing Financial Stress 08:49 – Bringing Awareness Back & Grounding 09:20 – Outro, Sharing the Sanctuary & Closing Thoughts Episode AffirmationsRepeat these words silently in your mind or softly out loud during the practice to let them settle as truth: "My bank balance is a number, it is not a measure of my worth." "I am capable of handling my finances one small step at a time." "This worry is a feeling passing through me, it is not a forecast of my future." "I release the need to solve everything about money right now in this exact moment." "I am safe in this moment, even while my finances are still being figured out." 3 Daily Caring TipsThe One-Look Rule: Avoid compulsively refreshing your banking apps, which only feeds the anxious loop. Choose one intentional moment today to check your balance, close the app, and let it be enough until tomorrow. Separate the Maths from the Meaning: A fluctuating number is just data. Notice when your anxious mind starts spinning stories around that data—such as feelings of being "behind" or "not enough." The One-Step Rule: You don't need to fix your entire financial future today. Take just one small, completed action: open one envelope, write down one expense, or send one message to quiet the overwhelm. Social Media Outro & ShareIf financial anxiety is sitting heavily on your shoulders today, please know that you are not alone. If this 10-minute sanctuary helped you breathe a little easier, please consider sharing this episode with a friend, loved one, or colleague who might be quietly carrying the exact same weight. You could be the reason someone else finds their peace today. Thank you for your continued faith and trust in my work. Don't bury your head in the sand—one small step is all it takes. Be positive, smile often, and above all, be kind.
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Welcome to another calming edition of Books at Bedtime, brought to you by the Calming Anxiety podcast and the Anchored app. Tonight, we invite you to step away from the noise of the day, settle into a comfortable position, and let your mind unwind with a classic piece of literature.In this episode, we read Katherine Mansfield's evocative short story, "Bliss". Follow the internal world of Bertha Young, a woman overcome by an absolute, radiant sense of joy on an ordinary afternoon. As the story weaves through beautiful imagery of dusky dining rooms, colorful pyramids of fruit, and a perfect, silver pear tree standing still under the moonlight, it provides the perfect backdrop for deep relaxation.If you struggle with insomnia or find it difficult to quiet your thoughts at night, this slow-paced bedtime reading is designed to soothe your nervous system. By focusing your mind on the gentle cadence of storytelling, you can naturally ease transition anxiety, release physical tension, and drift into a deep, restorative sleep.Let go of the day, breathe deeply, and allow this classic tale to guide you into a peaceful slumber.Key Benefits for Your Sleep Routine:Natural Insomnia Relief: Distracts a racing mind by shifting focus to rich, calming literary imagery.Deep Relaxation: The slow, rhythmic narration serves as a gentle audio anchor to help lower your heart rate.Perfect Bedtime Companion: Ideal for practicing non-sleep deep rest (NSDR) or as part of your nightly wind-down ritual.Download the Anchored app for more exclusive bedtime stories, guided meditations, and breathing exercises designed to conquer anxiety and improve your sleep health.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. If life has been feeling heavy, this meditation invites you to gently set some of that weight down. Through calming guidance and mindful awareness, you'll nurture emotional healing, inner peace, and a lighter heart. Allow yourself to soften and breathe a little easier today. Love,
Welcome to Midnight Sleep Music, your peaceful nighttime escape designed to help you relax, unwind, and enjoy deep, restorative sleep. This soothing 432Hz sleep music blends calming ambient sounds with gentle melodies to create the perfect atmosphere for relaxation, meditation, and stress relief.Whether you're struggling with insomnia, anxiety, racing thoughts, or simply want peaceful background music before bed, this relaxing soundscape is here to help you fall asleep naturally and wake up feeling refreshed.
Does a heavy feeling of dread start to build in your chest every single Sunday evening? You are not alone. In this deeply supportive 10-minute session, clinical hypnotherapist and former frontline paramedic Martin Hewlett breaks down the science behind the "Sunday Scaries"—a process known as anticipatory threat processing. Your intelligent brain is simply scanning the near future to protect you from upcoming workplace stressors, unanswered emails, and the week's demands. However, your nervous system cannot tell the difference between a real threat and an imagined one. Using the highly effective 4-2-6 breathing technique (inhale for 4, pause for 2, and a long, slow exhale for 6), you will learn how to deactivate flight-or-fight mode instantly. By extending your out-breath, you send a clear message of safety to your body, reclaiming Sunday night for the deep rest you deserve. Perfect for anyone struggling with work anxiety, weekend burnout, or sleeplessness, this guided practice brings you right back into the present moment where you are safe. ⏱️ Episode Chapters00:00 – Understanding the Low Hum of Sunday Evening Anxiety 01:11 – Getting Comfortable & Preparing to Release Tension 01:26 – The Science of Anticipatory Threat Processing & The Nervous System 02:38 – Breathwork Practice: The 4-2-6 Box Breathing Routine 04:05 – Grounding Exercise: Shifting from Future Dread to Present Safety 04:46 – Subconscious Hypnotherapy: Stepping Out of the Anticipation Loop 08:01 – 3 Daily Caring Tips to Beat the Sunday Scaries 09:33 – Awakening: Gently Returning Awareness to Your Room 09:50 – Outro: Share the Calm & Supporting the Anchored App
Do you carry your stress in tight shoulders, a clenched jaw, or a heavy chest that won't fully open? In this gentle 10-minute guided anxiety relief session, clinical hypnotherapist and former frontline paramedic Martin Hewlett shows you how to communicate directly with your intelligent nervous system to let go of physical stress. Using a simple, structured box breathing technique, you will learn to quiet the subconscious mind, lower cortisol levels, and signal to your body that you are completely safe.Perfect for morning mindfulness, a midday stress reset, or a calming routine before sleep. Discover why millions of listeners turn to this daily practice to step out of flight-or-fight mode and return to their natural state of peace.⏱️ Episode Chapters00:00 – Introduction: Recognizing Where Your Body Holds Stress01:05 – Getting Comfy: Physical Posture Set-Up for Total Relaxation01:35 – Tracing the Square: The Science of Box Breathing02:25 – Breathwork Practice: Guided 3-Count Box Breathing Cycles03:55 – Body Scan: Identifying Residual Tightness Without Judgment04:50 – Subconscious Hypnotherapy: Deep Trance & Affirmations07:41 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for a Happier Life09:05 – Awakening: Bringing Awareness Back to Your Room09:20 – Outro: Finding the Real You & A Message of Kindness
The Art of Abundance: A Guided Hypnosis & Breath Journey to Reduce Stress LessChristel Arcucci introduces the Ecstatic Empath Show and her mission to help empaths shift from overwhelm to embodied pleasure, then shares ways to connect and gives a listener shout-out to Gangbuk-gu, Korea. The Ecstatic Empath Chakra Recode album is 13 guided hypnosis journeys for $22 at https://chakrarecode.comThen she leads a relaxation and hypnosis-style guided meditation focused on breath, nervous system soothing, and embodying abundance. Using imagery of a falling feather, a door opening to an abundant universe, and standing at an expansive ocean, she guides listeners to practice “receiving and releasing” with each inhale and exhale, releasing fear and stress while recognizing everyday abundance like air, water, electricity, and food, and expanding awareness to infinity. Listen to the wisdom teaching behind this journey here: https://EcstaticEmpath.com/show-148The episode closes with a return to the room, an invitation to book a hypnosis recode session at https://www.empathrecode.com00:00 Abundance Journey Intro01:21 Chakra Recode Offer02:00 Breath and Body Relaxation05:08 Feather Visualization Descent07:26 Doorway to Vastness10:28 Ocean Waves Abundance Practice14:17 Everyday Abundance Reminders16:21 Infinite Universe Expansion19:52 Return to the Room21:14 Closing and Next StepsQuestions? Message me here :-)Support the showDid you know the chapter you didn't dare write yet is already written?The Empath Recode helps you stop pouring energy into the life you've outgrown and pour every ounce of life force into the life you want to be living. We're not rehashing what didn't work. We're shifting the agreements you've been unconsciously keeping so you can release the version of yourself you built for everyone else and begin the pleasure-led, purpose-filled life that's been waiting for you.Begin your Unapologetic Era. https://www.EmpathRecode.com
This talk explains that meditation develops the ability to experience each moment without the filters of past judgments, memories, or future fears. By cultivating "radical mindfulness," meditators learn to recognize experiences as they truly are, rather than reacting through personal interpretations and emotional habits. Through this practice, we free ourselves from the "old food" of the past and the "unprepared food" of the future, allowing us to live with greater wisdom, peace, and presence. Mind Workout: For a Lifetime of Happiness https://bhantesathi.com/books/the-mind-workout-for-a-lifetime-of-happiness-bhante-sathi/9798349278129 Upcoming Retreats at our center https://www.mettameditationcenter.org/retreats-workshops/
This week on Office Ladies 6.0, Jenna and Angela dig back into one of the most iconic episodes of The Office, “Stress Relief, Part 1.” The ladies break down all the hilarious extended CPR training scenes, uncover even more of Michael Scott's bizarre emergency response logic, and sit down with Robin Lynch, who played the unforgettable CPR instructor, Rose. Robin shares how she landed the role, and kept a straight face opposite Steve Carell, and why this one-day guest spot continues to impact her life years later. Along the way, Jenna and Angela swap the historical moments they'd most want to witness, and answer a fan question about their favorite and least favorite Office outfits. So brush up on your CPR, keep the Bee Gees on standby, and enjoy!Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question for Around the Town, Chit Chat, and Second Drink favorite moment: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestion Follow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodFollow Us on YouTubeFollow Us on TikTok
Welcome to Books at Bedtime by Calming Anxiety. Tonight, let the soothing rhythms of classic literature guide you into a deep, restful sleep as we read "The Locket" by Kate Chopin. If you are struggling with insomnia, a racing mind, or nighttime anxiety, this episode is designed to act as your gentle escape. Set during a quiet autumn night, Chopin's beautifully descriptive tale provides the perfect soft focus for your mind to unwind, detach from daily stress, and naturally drift into sleep.Turn down your lights, get comfortable under the covers, and let this peaceful bedtime story close your eyes.In This Episode, You'll Discover:A calm, slow-paced reading of Kate Chopin's classic short story, "The Locket".A soothing vocal tone specifically mastered for sleep, insomnia relief, and anxiety reduction.An immersive literary escape to help quiet your nervous system before bed.Connect with Calming Anxiety:Website & Online Course: calminganxiety.fmSupport the Show: If these bedtime stories help you find rest, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts—it helps other tired minds find us!Remember: Breathe easy, let go of the day, and be kind to yourself.
Tired But Wired? How to Regulate Your Nervous System and Calm AnxietyAre you exhausted, bone-tired, and yet the moment your head touches the pillow, your mind lifts off? If you are feeling "tired but wired," unable to switch off, and living with a body that is constantly braced for a danger that never arrives, you are not failing at rest. You are experiencing a dysregulated nervous system stuck in a chronic fight or flight response.In this episode of Calming Anxiety, host Martin Hewlett guides you through a powerful 10-minute guided meditation for anxiety. Together, we will practice deep breathing techniques designed for nervous system regulation, helping you send a clear signal to your body that it is finally safe to relax and let go of stress.
Can't make it to the beach today? We got you.Life gets LOUD! Emails. Traffic. Notifications. Responsibilities. Adulting. Before you know it, your nervous system has been on red all day.This meditation is your invitation to step away from the noise and spend a few peaceful minutes at the beach. Let your imagination do the traveling. So, settle your toes in the warm sand, breathe with the rhythm of the waves and leave the stress of your day a little further up the shoreline. Because sometimes all you need is a few quiet minutes and an imaginary beach. No sunscreen required.When you need a peaceful escape, press play.Send us Fan MailFor those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude.We Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.EMAIL US: WDPFTPodcast@gmail.comYou don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story: Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:...
Mike Campbell, men's coach and author of Unleash Your Alpha, joins Dr. Tara Perry for a candid conversation on why so many outwardly successful men feel stuck, unfulfilled, and disconnected on the inside. Since 2012, Mike has coached more than 3,000 men across New Zealand, Australia, the UK, and the US, helping business owners, leaders, husbands, and fathers become more confident, emotionally grounded, and connected. Mike shares the heartbreak and loss that launched his own inner work, why the "armor" men build to feel safe ends up weakening them, and the deceptively simple practices he uses to help men slow down, face themselves, and reclaim the lives they actually want. The conversation closes with what men wish women understood, the biggest mistakes men make in marriage, and the power of doing this work alongside other men.KEY TAKEAWAYS(01:52) The iceberg beneath the surface — what successful men who "have it all" are silently struggling with, and why Mike has conversations with men that most men have never had(09:00) "A strength turned up too high is a weakness" — how coping mechanisms become armor, and why the thicker the armor, the thinner the skin underneath(12:17) Mike's origin story — a broken engagement, losing his mother to lung cancer, and the soul-searching that took him from personal trainer to men's coach(15:46) The realization that changed his career: men come with a physical want, but underneath it is an emotional need at the identity level(21:38) The "Trojan horse" approach to self-awareness — why Mike starts with simple, cutting questions like "Do you like yourself? Do you like your life?"(27:00) The 15-minute daily practice Mike gives every client — sitting alone with your thoughts, no music, no distractions — and why the discomfort points you in the right direction(29:40) "The thing I say I want, I don't allow" — why men crave space, peace, and ease but fill every moment, and the movie-watching homework that exposes it(32:59) The Lincoln axe analogy — why slowing down to sharpen the axe beats exhausting yourself cutting the tree down with a bread knife(39:01) Life as a million-piece jigsaw puzzle — why clarity and ownership of your own picture make everything more intentional and meaningful(42:40) What men wish women understood — why having their efforts witnessed, acknowledged, and appreciated is fuel(45:23) The biggest marriage mistakes men make — being emotionally inaccessible, or making their partner their therapist — and why men need other men(48:04) Inside "Hunt and Gather" — Mike's back-country initiation experience in New Zealand, and the irreplaceable power of men doing this work together(52:30) Mike's megaphone message to the men of the world: an invitation to come back home to yourselfIf you're ready to take your healing to the next level, schedule your free consultation with Dr. Tara at: calendly.com/consulttara/consult
Relax and enjoy this quick guided mindfulness meditation designed to help with stress relief and mental clarity. Perfect for busy schedules, beginners, and anyone seeking a moment of calm.How to find mindfulness in five minutes a day: Inspiring ideas to help you live in the moment is published by Summersdale and available in bookshops, libraries and online here: https://amzn.to/4f1U59mJoanne Mallon is the author of several self help books including How to Find Joy in 5 Minutes a Day, Find Your Why and How to Find Calm in 5 Minutes a Day. She's been coaching clients around the world for over 20 years and is one of the UK's most experienced life and career coaches.Joanne's books are here on Amazon https://amzn.to/3D0rn6ZIf you find this podcast helpful, you can support it by leaving a rating or review, or by buying a coffee here https://ko-fi.com/joannemallonGet in touch on Bluesky and Instagram @joannemallon or email joanne@joannemallon.com Joanne specialises in life and career coaching for people in media and creative industries. To find out more about one to one coaching with Joanne, visit her website here: https://joannemallon.com/
There are moments happening in your life right now that your anxious mind is walking straight past. Tiny, warm moments that exist quietly in the background of your day, waiting to be noticed. Psychologists call them "glimmers," and the neuroscience is clear: the more you train your brain to find them, the more your nervous system shifts out of threat mode. In this episode of Calming Anxiety, we aren't pretending your problems have gone away; we are simply showing your brain that there is more to your story than just the difficult parts. Through deep, mindful breathing, we activate the vagus nerve to establish safety and connection. Then, we take a gentle walk through an ordinary day to re-tune your brain's survival scanner away from danger and toward warmth. Episode Chapters00:00 – Cold Intro: What Are Glimmers? 00:50 – Welcome from Martin & Settling into Your Space 01:44 – Arriving in the Present & Letting the Noise Move Back 02:33 – Vagus Nerve Activation: The Power of the Long Exhale 04:01 – Guided Walk Through an Ordinary Day 06:21 – Re-Tuning the Scanner: The Neuroscience of Safety 07:14 – Affirmations to Soften Your Anxious Mind 08:29 – 3 Daily Caring Tips to Train Your Brain 10:02 – Returning Awareness & Closing Thoughts Today's Grounding AffirmationsLet these words land gently and feel the warmth they bring to your chest: "I notice what is warm, I notice what is good." "My day contains more light than my anxiety tells me." "I am becoming someone who hunts the glimmers, not threats." "I deserve to feel a quiet beauty that already surrounds me." "For good moments are real, they count, I allow them in." "I am grateful, I am present, I am here." 3 Daily Caring TipsTake these simple, powerful habits with you to rewrite your neural pathways today: The One Glimmer Rule: Before you check your phone, notifications, or messages today, find one physical glimmer first—a sound, a texture, or a temperature. Just notice it. Pass One On: Share a single sentence about a glimmer you found with someone else today. Sharing a glimmer multiplies it and shifts two nervous systems at once. The Evening Collect: Before sleep, ask yourself: "What was my glimmer today?" This single habit trains your brain to look for safety and does wonders for anxiety. If this session helped re-tune your nervous system today, please subscribe and share it with a friend or family member who needs a gentle reminder that there are still good moments out there. Your shares are exactly how our daily show reaches the people who need it the most. If you want to go deeper on your journey to peace, try the Anxiety Breaker course at calminganxiety.fm, featuring five targeted, guided hypnotherapy sessions designed by me to reset your mind. Have a lovely day, smile always, bring positivity when you can, and to your beautiful soul—be kind.
Welcome to a beautifully gentle edition of Books at Bedtime on the Calming Anxiety podcast. Tonight, let the soft, hypnotic rhythm of a timeless classic carry you away from the noise of the day and into a deep, effortless sleep. We are drifting into the warm, reflective world of Kate Chopin's beloved short story, "A Pair of Silk Stockings." Follow the quiet journey of little Mrs. Summers, a devoted mother who unexpectedly finds herself with fifteen dollars. As she sits down to rest her tired feet, her fingers brush against a simple luxury that changes her entire day. Let the soothing, dreamlike quality of this gentle narrative slow your breathing, quiet your mind, and completely dissolve your nighttime restlessness. Wiggle your toes into a state of total comfort, release the burdens of tomorrow, and let this peaceful tale lull you into the restful sleep you deserve. An absolute sanctuary for those fighting insomnia, managing evening anxiety, or simply looking to fall asleep fast to a comforting story.Stay ConnectedThe Anchored App: Keep your peaceful routine unbroken. The Anchored App is officially in open testing on iOS—join today to discover an exclusive library of mindfulness tools and ad-free sleep audio.Listen More: Subscribe to the Calming Anxiety podcast on Apple Podcasts or your preferred network for gentle breathing techniques, anxiety management, and nightly bedtime stories.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief--4110266/support.Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. When you've been carrying too much for too long, your mind and body deserve a chance to rest. This soothing guided meditation helps ease burnout, reduce anxiety, calm your nervous system, and restore your inner energy. Let yourself slow down, breathe deeply, and begin replenishing from the inside out. Love,
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Welcome to the final chapter of The Sign of the Four on the Calming Anxiety podcast. Settle into your most comfortable space as we reach the calm, satisfying resolution of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic masterpiece. Tonight, we let our minds drift away to Chapter 12 – "The Strange Story of Jonathan Small." In this closing chapter, the mystery is laid completely to rest in the quiet sanctuary of Baker Street. Listen as Jonathan Small recounts his extraordinary life story, from the fever-ridden swamps of the Andaman Islands to the fateful oath that bound the four together. As his tale concludes, the heavy tension of the chase fully dissolves into a peaceful, quiet evening. We leave Dr. Watson looking forward to a bright future of love, while Sherlock Holmes returns to the still, cold comfort of his thoughts. Let the steady, rhythmic unspooling of this final narrative quiet any lingering daytime thoughts, release the tension in your body, and carry you softly into a deep, uninterrupted night of rest. The perfect conclusion for easing nighttime restlessness, soothing insomnia, and enjoying a relaxing literary escape.Stay ConnectedThe Anchored App: Take lasting calm with you everywhere. The Anchored App is officially in open testing on iOS—download it today to explore premium, ad-free mindfulness tools and specialized sleep audio.Listen More: Subscribe to the Calming Anxiety podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite listening platform for daily mindfulness routines, stress-relief breathing techniques, and comforting bedtime tales
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Welcome back to Books at Bedtime on the Calming Anxiety podcast. Allow yourself to settle into a comfortable, relaxed position as we step into the quiet, reflective aftermath of the great river chase. Tonight, we gently unwind with Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic tale, diving into The Sign of the Four: Chapter 11 – "The Great Agra Treasure." In this chapter, the frantic energy of the hunt transitions into a deeply peaceful realization. We find Jonathan Small recounting his journey within the quiet cabin of the launch, followed by Dr. Watson's late-night journey to deliver the heavy iron chest to Miss Mary Morstan. As the lid is finally pried open to reveal an unexpected twist, a profound sense of relief fills the room, melting away the burdens of wealth and revealing what truly matters. Let the soothing cadence of this classic story ease the tension in your shoulders, quiet your thoughts, and lull you into a deep, comforting sleep. An ideal companion for anyone easing nighttime anxiety, overcoming insomnia, or drifting off to a classic audiobook.Stay ConnectedThe Anchored App: Keep relaxation close at hand. The Anchored App is currently in open testing on iOS—join the test flight today for exclusive mindfulness tracks and sleep aids.Listen More: Subscribe to the Calming Anxiety podcast on Apple Podcasts or your preferred app for calming routines, breathing exercises, and nightly bedtime stories.
Welcome to another comforting episode of Books at Bedtime on the Calming Anxiety podcast. Tonight, let the soothing, familiar rhythms of classic literature guide you into a deep, restful sleep. We are continuing our journey through Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic mystery with The Sign of the Four: Chapter 10 – "The End of the Islander." In this chapter, the tension of the great chase begins to unwind. Join Sherlock Holmes, Dr. Watson, and the police inspectors as they embark on a fast-paced, moonlit pursuit down the River Thames. As the dark waters ripple and the steady hum of the engines lulls you into relaxation, listen to the dramatic conclusion of the hunt for Jonathan Small and the elusive Agra treasure. Let the timeless prose wash over you, calming an overactive mind and drifting you gently toward a peaceful night's rest. Perfect for anyone battling insomnia, stress, or simply looking to disconnect from the day with a comforting bedtime story.Stay ConnectedThe Anchored App: Take your peace of mind with you. The Anchored App is officially in open testing on iOS—download it today to explore exclusive mindfulness and sleep tools.Listen More: Subscribe to the Calming Anxiety podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite platform for daily relaxation, breathing techniques, and comforting bedtime tales.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Color has the power to influence the way we feel—and when paired with intentional breathing, it can become a powerful tool for calming the mind and reconnecting with yourself.In this guided meditation, you'll journey through the colors of the rainbow, using each breath to explore the qualities traditionally associated. From the grounding energy of red to the peaceful connection of violet, you'll be invited to release tension, restore balance, and cultivate a greater sense of calm.Whether you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply need a few moments to reset, this practice offers a gentle space to slow down, breathe deeply, and return to yourself.When you need to breathe a little easier, press play.Send us Fan MailFor those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude.We Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.EMAIL US: WDPFTPodcast@gmail.comYou don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story: Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:...
Doug Noll, trial-attorney-turned-peacemaker and internationally recognized conflict resolution expert, joins Dr. Tara Perry for a powerful conversation on why traditional "active listening" fails, how naming emotions can defuse conflict in under 90 seconds, and what a decade of work inside maximum-security prisons taught him about human nature. Doug shares the martial arts and mediation background that shaped his approach, the neuroscience behind why labeling feelings calms a dysregulated nervous system, and the moment he realized he was going about conflict resolution all wrong — and how fixing it transformed the lives of incarcerated women and power couples alike. The conversation closes with his framework for "listening someone into existence" and why he believes childhood emotional invalidation is at the root of most human conflict.KEY TAKEAWAYS(01:26) From trial lawyer to peacemaker — Doug's 22 years in the courtroom, his path through tai chi and martial arts, and the whitewater rafting trip that changed everything(06:14) The mediation with a divorced couple that led to Doug's breakthrough insight: listen to the emotions, not the words(08:34) The UCLA brain scanning study behind "Putting Feelings into Words" — why naming an emotion calms the amygdala and activates the brain's self-regulation center in about 90 seconds(09:47) Inside Prison of Peace — training incarcerated women and men to become mediators, and the staggering recidivism results: 800+ certified life inmates released, zero reoffenses(14:58) The science of affect vs. emotion — why we're born with only nine basic affects and how childhood shapes our ability to name and process feelings(18:17) Why Doug calls emotional invalidation "the most pervasive and insidious form of child abuse" and its link to violence, addiction, and mental illness(23:05) The story behind Doug's TED Talk concept of "listening someone into existence"(24:44) Why Doug teaches people to ignore the words and tune into the feelings — and how competing narratives turn into unwinnable arguments(28:34) Debunking traditional active listening — the real difference between Carl Rogers' original teaching and the "what I think you're feeling is..." formula that backfires(35:32) A story from a women's maximum-security prison: an incarcerated mother reconnects with her son after 18 years using the skills Doug and his colleague taught her(38:02) Where to find Doug's book Deescalate: How to Calm an Angry Person in 90 Seconds or Less, his upcoming book Empathy Leadership, and how to connect with his workIf you're ready to take your healing to the next level, schedule your free consultation with Dr. Tara at: calendly.com/consulttara/consult
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For When You're Feeling a Little Bleugh | Vagus Nerve Reset & Deep RestSome days, you aren't completely ill enough to stop, but you simply don't feel well enough to feel like your true self. It's that flat, grey, running-on-empty feeling that doesn't quite have a proper name. If you are feeling a bit "bleugh," deflated, or just cognitively and physically drained today, this gentle mindfulness and clinical hypnotherapy session is created exactly for you.In this episode, we explore why a blurred day doesn't mean a broken day—it simply means your nervous system is asking for recalibration and gentleness.Together, we will activate your biological "off switch" using a targeted vagus nerve breathing practice, rest within a comforting, golden visualization, and realign your mindset with intentional affirmations.You don't have to perform wellness or rise above today. You just have to move through it gently.
Welcome to The Meditation Podcast. This is Jesse Stern with Episode 152, Reiki for Creativity. For those of us in creative freelance professions, the last few years have hit hard. The Pandemic, advances in AI, and economic-political chaos, have significantly altered our career paths. Many are left stunned, silent, and struggling. In today's meditation, we use reiki to restore and heal our creative voices. Remember that this podcast uses binaural beats, audio technology that affects the brain, so please use headphones, and please do not use this podcast while driving or operating machinery. We are not licensed health care practitioners, and we do not claim any specific health benefits from using this podcast. You are responsible for your own health. This podcast is made possible with great thanks to our subscribers on Patreon. Join our community at Patreon.com/theMeditationPodcast. Now, let's begin.
This week we finish breaking down “Stress Relief”. In a continued effort to relieve the office's stress, Michael demands a comedic roast of himself; meanwhile Andy, Jim and Pam finish watching the very saucy film, “Mrs. Albert Hannaday”, starring Jack Black, Cloris Leachman and Jessica Alba. Jenna does a deep dive on Cloris Leachman, the ladies share stories of acting on a sitcom vs a single camera comedy, and Angela reveals that Angela Martin's comedic inspiration is Jeff Foxworthy. “The Office” writer's assistant, Nate Federman, sends in a clip sharing his cameo experience as the young man Jack Black catches passionately kissing Cloris Leachman. So sit back, relax and get ready to scream, “Boom Roasted”! Check out Rick Overton's comedy special, “Set List”: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/rick-overtons-set-list/ Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestion Follow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPod Follow Us on YouTube Follow Us on TikTok To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week we're breaking down “Stress Relief”! To kick off this two-part episode, the ladies break down one of the most famous cold opens of “The Office”, featuring clips from Rainn Wilson, Oscar Nuñez, Brian Baumgartner and cinematographer, Randall Einhorn. When Dwight stages a fake fire, Stanley has a heart attack and Michael goes into overdrive to protect Stanley. The ladies reveal how much went into this episode that premiered right after SuperBowl XLIII, which includes Angela walking us through everything that went behind “Save Bandit!”. Jenna points out the use of a montage that was unusual for the show and we rock out to the Bee Gee's “Stayin' Alive”, which giving CPR to its beat actually saves lives. So keep away from Michael so you can be stress free and relaxed while you listen to this very epic episode. Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestion Follow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPod Follow Us on YouTube Follow Us on TikTok To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices