“We can relax and relate to life with faithful knowing that if we cease to act, life itself will not cease. It may in fact grow full.” This phrase has the power to strike fear in the hearts of many for we have become so afraid of entering the place stillness and
non-doing, that the very prospect of it triggers an unhealthy avoidance to this very place wit ... Show More
Oct 2024
Unleash Your Inner Power | Life-Changing Motivational Speech Compilation
<p>In this podcast episode, I reflect on a powerful metaphor drawn from the mini-series <em>1883</em>, where the external healing of a wound represents the things we can control, and the internal healing symbolizes the patience and trust needed for time to do its work. I emphasiz ... Show More
9m 55s
Sep 19
What Are You Still Carrying? Learning to Release What No Longer Serves You
We often carry stress long after a moment has passed. In this episode, Rosie reflects on a Zen parable and her own experience of holding on to tension, reminding us that we can choose to put down what no longer serves us, protect our energy, and create space for what truly matter ... Show More
6m 41s
Feb 2024
Mind Like Sky with Jack Kornfield — Day 3: Grief Meditation
Grief is one of the heart’s natural responses to loss. By our willingness to mourn, we are able to acknowledge, integrate, and accept the truth of our losses. This allows us to feel the truth of our pain. The heart has its own rhythms. It will open in its own time, little by litt ... Show More
14m 32s
Jan 2025
Finding Calm in the Vast Unknown
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 thin ... Show More
7m 13s
Nov 2024
2785: Why Time in Nature Leads to a Happier, Healthier Lifestyle by Melani Schweder with No Sidebar on Mental Wellbeing
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Episode 2785:
Melani Schweder delves into the healing power of reconnecting with nature, illustrating how time outdoors can rejuven ... Show More
10m 28s
Apr 2025
3577: A Guide to Dealing with Dissatisfaction with Ourselves by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Self Love
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Episode 3577:
Leo Babauta explores the root of our self-dissatisfaction and challenges the common belief that unhappiness with ours ... Show More
10m 26s
Aug 2024
Nature's Gentle Reminder Guided Meditation (Female Voice) 🌻
Hey, its Jody.
You know, there's something so profoundly grounding about being in nature.
As a nature lover myself, I find endless peace and clarity just watching the world around me.
The trees sway gently with the breeze, the rivers flow without a hint of force, and the bi ... Show More
13m 46s
Sep 6
3728: Our Everloving Quest to Control Our Lives by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on How to Sit with Uncertainty
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 3728: Most of us spend our days trying to create order and comfort, yet life never stays under control for long. Leo Babaut ... Show More
9m 50s