When life feels overwhelming, embracing the vastness of the unknown can bring peace. Rosie introduces the Japanese concept of yugen, sharing how moments of awe and mystery have helped her navigate difficult times. Learn how to pause, let go of control, and find beauty in the things we can’t fully understand. Tune in for a mindfulness practice to ground yours ... Show More
Yesterday
Let Go of Great Expectations
Especially with young children, we can place pretty big expectations on who or what they’re going to be. But in doing that, we don’t allow people to be who they actually are. Today, instead of trying to anticipate, try experiencing someone as they are in that moment.
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4m 53s
Nov 2024
2785: Why Time in Nature Leads to a Happier, Healthier Lifestyle by Melani Schweder with No Sidebar on Mental Wellbeing
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 2785:
Melani Schweder delves into the healing power of reconnecting with nature, illustrating how time outdoors can rejuven ... Show More
10m 28s
Aug 2024
Intentional Pause Guided Meditation (Female Voice) 🧘♀️
Hey, it’s your meditation guide here, Jody.
In today’s modern world, where we're always on the go, constantly juggling responsibilities, and endlessly doing, it’s super easy to lose ourselves in the hustle.
But what if we took a moment to just be?
To breathe, to connect, and ... Show More
10m 17s
Oct 23
3782: Discover Your World: Ways to Live Present by Danae Smith of This Wondrous Life on Embracing Presence and Curiosity
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 3782: Danae Smith invites us to slow down and reconnect with our surroundings through intentional, mindful living. By takin ... Show More
9m 44s
May 2025
Ease Into the Stillness Within (Female Voice)
Hey friend, it’s Jody Agard. In the hustle and bustle of life, we often forget the power of stillness. But, within each of us, there is a quiet, peaceful space just waiting to be noticed. Today, we’re going to gently ease into that stillness—letting go of the noise and distractio ... Show More
10m 27s
Mar 2025
A Meditation for Overcoming Overwhelm (Female Voice)
Hey friend, it’s Jody Agard.
Overwhelm is something we all face—feeling like there’s too much to do, too many thoughts, too much pressure. This meditation is here to help you release that weight and find a sense of calm in the midst of it all.
Find a quiet space, take a deep br ... Show More
12m 19s
Mar 2025
A Meditation of Stillness and Grace (Female Voice)
Hello, it’s Jody Agard here.
Life moves fast, and we often find ourselves rushing through it all. But today’s meditation is an invitation to slow down, find stillness, and embrace the grace that comes with simply being.
So, settle in, breathe deeply, and let’s pause together in ... Show More
10m 31s
Mar 2025
A Meditation to Guide You Within (Female Voice)
Hey there, it’s Jody Agard.
Sometimes, the answers we seek are not outside of us but within. Today’s meditation will guide you back to your inner wisdom, helping you reconnect with that quiet space where clarity and peace reside.
Take a deep breath, relax, and let’s journey inwar ... Show More
11m 4s
Jan 2025
3465: If You’re Tired of Struggling: You’re Not the Only One by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui of A Life in Progress
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 3465:
Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui's reflections explore the exhausting cycle of struggling to prove one's worth and offer a ... Show More
10m 44s
Oct 2023
Meditation: Letting Thought Clouds Come and Go
<p>Meditation: Letting Thought Clouds Come and Go - This meditation guides us through a body scan and into a relaxed, open presence. When we realize we are lost in a thought cloud, our practice is to relax open, listening to and feeling the life of the present moment. We are tra ... Show More
21m 57s