Aaahhh, the joys of catching a cold. Not the "oh it's chilly outside.", but the "my nose is stuff and I'm miserable."
That all too familiar chill that takes over your body; it's something we've all experienced. Although a seemingly trivial thing, this cold can represent much more than what meets the eye - it can be symbolic of inner turmoil and em ... Show More
Oct 10
The Science of Stillness with Bob Roth | Calm It Down
Bob Roth, CEO of the David Lynch Foundation, and I sat down to talk about the power of meditation and why Transcendental Meditation has such a profound effect on the nervous system. I’ve been practicing TM since reading Catching the Big Fish in 2017, and it completely changed how ... Show More
27m 29s
Oct 7
Why Rest Feels So Hard When You Need It Most
Ever notice that the more tired you are, the harder it is to actually rest?That’s because rest isn’t just physical. It’s emotional too. And it takes trust. Trust that things can wait, trust that you can stop for a moment. In this episode, we’ll look at the quiet beliefs that make ... Show More
10m 6s
Mar 2022
154 - Friday Fix: How to Be Mentally Strong When You’re Experiencing Uncomfortable Emotions
Sometimes, people assume that experiencing an uncomfortable emotion (like sadness or anxiety, is a sign of weakness). This is not true. In fact, allowing yourself to fully experience an uncomfortable emotion is a sign of strength, not weakness. It’s easier to push your feelings a ... Show More
9m 12s
Aug 2022
Awakening through Difficult Emotions
Awakening through Difficult Emotions: "The Poison is the Medicine" - Most of us know the pain of getting stuck in fear, anxiety, anger or shame. This exploration looks at how the emotion that takes over, when we attend with mindfulness and care, can become a place of deep transfo ... Show More
48m 42s
May 2023
Healing Disconnection and Disassociation with Daily Mindfulness
Are you struggling unable to focus, feel stressed frequently and struggle to stay present and connected with your thoughts and emotions? In this episode of Emotions Mentor, we explain how paying attention to our body, mind, thoughts, and mood can help us overcome disassociation ... Show More
38m 51s
Apr 2024
339. How to Feel Better (Or At Least Less Bad) (Feminist Mindset Principles Series Ep 5)
Ever find yourself caught in a whirlwind of negative emotions? One moment you're feeling hopelessly sad, and the next, you're steeped in embarrassment or grappling with relentless anxiety. We've all been there! So in today’s episode, I’m going to lift the lid on why this happens ... Show More
23m 16s
May 2024
Breathwork Meditation 🧘♀️
Hey, dear friend, it’s Jody here, and today I’m bringing you into a practice that has become a personal sanctuary for me—breathwork.
In moments when life feels too heavy, when everything seems overwhelming, I've often turned to what I call my adult version of a time-out. I sit o ... Show More
20m 45s
Jun 2024
2589: The Five F’s That Keep You Stuck in Chronic Pain and Symptoms by Melani Schweder of A Brighter Wild
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 2589:Explore the transformative approaches to managing chronic pain and symptoms with Melani Schweder's insights on the "Fiv ... Show More
12m 12s