In today’s episode Dana Slamp talks about divinity and what it means to have a non-transactional relationship to the divine. Dana shares her recent experience of the divine mother and how that has changed her mindset completely. 

Write in your questions for us to address in part 2 to [email protected] 

Meanwhile, you can find Dana at danaslamp.com and learn more about Prema Yoga Institute here. 

RESOURCES: 

Splitting - Here is an article with additional information on splitting.

Bhakti Yoga - For more information on Bhakti Yoga, here is an article. 

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In today's practice we invite our WHOLE self into this moment, caring for all the layers of our being. This meditation will leave you feeling grounded, relaxed and supported.

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Kara Ladd is an award-winning multimedia entrepreneur & journalist known for her catalytic storytelling, purpose-driven thought leadership and boutique consultancy. In today's conversation, Kara and I talk about breaking the binary between spirituality and business, the daily rituals that help us prevent burnout and how to live with more alignment and intention.

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Today’s episode is a guided meditation exploring what it means to live with an open heart. How can we release the weight and pressure of life and feel into an expansive, free, warm and open heart?

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Dr. Chiti Parikh, co-founder of the Integrative Health and Wellbeing at NewYork-Presbyterian in collaboration with Weill Cornell, has dedicated her life to combining the best of eastern and western medicine. In today’s episode we dive into the power that our mind has over our physical wellbeing, the seven ancient health secrets, mindful eating, and the future of holistic health in a western healthcare system.

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Today's practice is all about responding versus reacting to life. Mindfulness allows us to see the space between stimulus and response and gives us the power to choose our response. I hope that you enjoy today's practice.

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Ashley Neese is a renowned breathwork teacher, author, parent, and land steward. She has spent over a decade working at the intersections of embodiment, transformation, and renewal. In today’s conversation Ashley and I cover:

{2:10} Ashley’s story and journey towards a more restful existence 

{6:25} What is rest? What is not rest?

{10:20} Why do we find it so hard to rest? 

{18:25} The power of daily micro practices 

{22:30} Navigating breathwork when our breath is constricted or shallow 

{33:11} Rapid fire questions for Ashley 

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This practice is an invitation to let go of perfectionism and allow yourself to be exactly where you are. By stopping the fight against how we wish to be, we can restore energy and shift our state more effectively than through striving and forcing. 

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I’m so delighted to share the conversation that I had with Elena Brower. Mother, mentor, poet, artist, volunteer, bestselling author and host of the Practice You Podcast, Elena Brower has taught yoga and meditation since 1999. In today’s episode we discuss: 

1:18 Elena’s new book Softening Time

3:55 Elena’s daily practices to help steady the mind 

7:22 “Don’t believe all of your thoughts” 

10:33 What is NVC? (Non-Violent Communication) 

20:00 A quick way to show yourself empathy and compassion 

23:21 A reading of Elena’s poem “Dear 31 year old self” 

25:55 Rapid fire question time! 

29:30 A mini-meditation to set the tone for your day. 

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Tracee Stanley’s book The Luminous Self

Elena’s episode on NYC with Micah Salaberrios

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Happy New Year!!

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Hello there! Just popping in to say happy holidays and a very merry Christmas. Your support for The Morning Ritual throughout the past year has meant a lot, I’m excited to share more with you in 2024.

During this time of the year, my rituals take on a different form. The days become less structured, and so do my mornings. I've taken a break from my regular workout routine and missed a few morning meditations. While I appreciate the change of pace, it’s nice to pause and recenter amidst the holiday hustle & bustle.

If you could use a bit of time and space to yourself here’s a mini practice to cultivate more inner stability and peace of mind:

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