A place to educate, empower, connect, and laugh. Host Jessica Gershman, a certified yoga instructor, mindfulness practitioner and a busy mom of 4, invites you to explore your own inner journey and expand on the topics you need to know to become your own best self advocate - health, sex, parenting, marriage, friendship, and everything in between; plus weekly mindfulness tips to invite a little zen into your life. New episodes drop every Tuesday and Thursday so check back often for the latest. ...
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In The Stretch Marks Podcast, Amber Trueblood shares crazy stories about raising her four sons and teaches fabulous mom-hacks to inspire, entertain, and give you tools to help in your real life. This is for you if you want to make a change… but you just don’t have the tribe, the tactics, or the motivation to make it happen. Amber is a parenting expert, author, and therapist on a mission to help women eliminate overwhelm, get moving in the direction of their dreams, and embrace what truly mak ...
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The Art of Cozy Living with The Sister Project
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Have you ever thought about giving yourself permission to stop, sit, and read a book in the middle of the day? Giving yourself that gift of it being okay to do nothing? Our guests for today are an incredible sister-duo, Michelle Anderson, and Laura Massarella, hosts and creators of Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project. These are two ladies th…
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Movement Milestones for Your Child, When Should You Be Concerned?
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Happy summer, mamas! Today we’re talking with pediatric physical therapist, early development enthusiast, and mama Kailee Noland. Kailee speaks with us about movement milestones, those stages of development that give you feedback on your baby’s progress and needs. Kailee knows firsthand what it’s like not only to give advice to parents, but to be t…
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Sex as we Age Can be More Connected and Passionate that You've Ever Imagined
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Hey there, Zen Mamas. As many of us head into menopause, every news story or medical pamphlet seems to be warning us that our sex lives (and our lives in general) are about to become very bleak. And yet, studies show that menopause and the years after can be some of the most exciting years of our lives. Here to talk with us about the entirety of ou…
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Think you might have ADHD? Why More Women over 40 are being diagnosed Now more than Ever.
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Hey there, Mamas. We know that life as a parent can get so overwhelming that there are those days when it feels overwhelming. We forget dentist appointments and picture day and it’s all normal, but if it feels like we can never catch up to our lives, maybe there’s something else going on. Today we’re talking with Franki Bagdade, a master-level educ…
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Want a Fuller More Successful Life? My Go To Daily Meditation
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Hey there Zen Mamas! This week, we’re working with a mantra meditation that will help bring a smile to your face. “Everything works out for me” is one of those things that instantly puts us at ease. So get cozy, whatever that means for you–lie down, sit in your favorite chair, go for a walk in the woods–and listen in to connect with yourself for th…
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Parenting is better with a little laughter, Comedian Alyce Chan lets us in on her secret to surviving motherhood
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Hey Mamas! Have you ever had a parenting moment of chaos and then burst out laughing? Isn’t life just so much easier when we’re making jokes and having fun? This week, we’re speaking to comedian and mom Alyce Chan. A standup comic who performs all over the world, Alyce has a dedicated fanbase of moms all over the world who adore her for both her un…
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New Episode! Teaching Your Kiddos the Necessary Tools to Navigate Life with Team Supercrew
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What if there were a relatable team of superheroes to intervene and teach your kids bravery, kindness, calm, and grit when they need it most? Julie Anne and Darren Penn wanted their son to grow up understanding that true power comes from within, so they wrote a series of books to help him find the necessary tools to navigate life. Their books are d…
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Top 10 The Breakup wasn't about him....it was about YOU. Learning to Love and Trust Yourself with Tal Yardeni
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Hey there, all you Zen Mamas! Have you gone through breakup after breakup and noticed that you seem to be dating different versions of the same person? Have you struggled to define your “type” or to articulate exactly what it is that you’re looking for in a relationship? Today, we’re speaking with Tal Yardeni, a relationship coach who teaches that …
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Top 10- Summer Party Planning on a Budget
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Hey there, mamas! Take a deep breath, summer is here. It’s time for lazy days, sleeping in, and the best parties of the year! This week, we’re chatting with Marley Majcher, CEO of The Party Goddess, event planner to the stars, and author of the book “But Are You Making Any Money?” Marley gives us tips and tricks for how to throw great parties (even…
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Top 10 Breaking into the Mommy Club…Why it is so hard to make friends as an adult
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Hey there, Zen Mamas! So many of us spend time focusing on our romantic relationships and on being great parents. But what about our friendships? Do we even need them at our age? And if we do, where can we find new ones, and how do we keep those relationships healthy? This week, we’re chatting with moms Keri Setaro and Ashley Hearon-Smith, two “acc…
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Top 10 of Season 4! Microdosing Moms on Mushrooms with Tracey Tee
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Hey mamas! During this season, we’ve talked about a number of alternative healing modalities. Today’s guest is Tracey Tee, co-founder and CEO of Band of Mothers Media and creator of Moms on Mushrooms, a micro-dosing course made exclusively for moms. With over ten years of experience in the mom sphere, Tracey has recently created an intimate, sacred…
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Top 10 episodes. Aging Backwards with Merry Thornton
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Hello and welcome to another episode of the Zen(ish) Mommy Podcast! There are so many names, and so many functions for the range of anti-aging aesthetics on offer today. While we can’t stop Father Time from knocking on our door, many of us want to slow the aging process and age as gracefully as possible. Whatever your pain tolerance and need, there…
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Season 4’s Top 10. Meditation for Wealth and Prosperity
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Hey there, Mamas! Today, we’re working on something that most of us struggle with: a mentality of abundance and prosperity. Many of us feel like we’re stretched pretty thin, either financially or energetically. We want more flow, more time, more energy, and yes, more money. Maybe you have a money story that isn’t serving you anymore, or maybe you’d…
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Season 4’s Top 10. Trouble Sleeping? This Meditation will help you get the best sleep of your Life!
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Do you struggle with sleep? Falling asleep? Staying asleep? Yoga Nidra is a form of psychic sleep that helps to prepare your body for sleep and reset. While you can do this practice during the middle of the day, it’s best used at night in bed, with all of the evening’s errands finished so you can fall peacefully to sleep with nothing else on your m…
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Top 10 of Season 4 The Trending Baby Names you Need to Know for 2023
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Naming a child is one of the most important decisions you will make. In 2022, people are getting more creative than ever before, with websites like Nameberry leading the way. Joining us in conversation is baby name expert Sophie Kihm with Nameberry. Join us today to hear the story of Sophie’s unconventional career path, and why her work in the fiel…
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Top 10 episodes of season 4! Diets Fail, You Don't!
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Toxic Diet Culture is all around us, and today we’re going to talk about it. Our relationship with food and with our bodies is fraught, but unlike drugs or alcohol, we have to recreate that relationship and make peace with the ongoing changes in our bodies. Joining us in conversation today is Lauren Dorman, a registered dietician with over 20 years…
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Thank you all for 4 incredible season. I am beyond grateful for all your support. While this may be good bye for now it is not forever! Support the show The Zen Mommy on Instagram the Zen MommyBy Jessica Gershman
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How to make your pregnancy (and motherhood) a true celebration of YOU
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Hey there, Zen Mamas! We know you love your kiddos, but do you sometimes feel that you can’t remember who you were without them? In a society that focuses exclusively on new babies rather than on new moms, have you ever felt that, in the process of becoming a mom, you lost a piece of yourself? This week, we are talking to Marnie Madras, a business …
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How to Heal Your Own Trauma and Move Forward
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Hey there, Zen Mamas! You may have noticed that, as years go by, discussions of trauma are everywhere. Trauma is endemic in our culture, and sometimes it feels like there’s nothing we can do to avoid or overcome it. But this week, we’re joined by Dominiece Clifton, who has made it her life’s mission to heal her own trauma, and to assist others in t…
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5 Minutes per day is all you need to increase the presence and joy in your life. Come back to this short mediation as often as you like. For the video, check out my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@the_zen_mommy/featured Support the show The Zen Mommy on Instagram the Zen MommyBy Jessica Gershman
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Hey Mamas! Remember those days when you felt so young and free, and like age was just a state of mind? Well, if you find that the years are finally catching up with you, that you’re a bit achy in the morning, and that you just can’t get rid of that final five pounds, you’ll want to listen to today’s episode. Lori Zabka is a board-certified function…
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Do you ever feel that your fear of failure is keeping you from going for what you really want? Have your kids reached an age where they’re independent, but you’re not sure what to do with your newfound freedom? This week, we’re chatting with blogger and author Lauren Thomas about her new cookbook “The Modern Hippie Table,” but we’re also digging de…
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How to Survive Summer Without Losing Your Mind
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Get it together, mamas! Welcome back to another week of the Zen(ish) Mommy Podcast. It’s almost summer, which brings up lots of feelings in mamas everywhere. There’s the laid-back schedules, but also the fighting, the bickering, and the boredom. This week, we chat with Eirene Heidelberger, founder of Get It Together Mom (or GIT Mom), a nationally r…
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We all need a little more yoga right? Grab your mat, water, and towel and join me for this all-levels flow to open and warm up your morning body. For the Video Version, check out my Youtube Channel Support the show The Zen Mommy on Instagram the Zen MommyBy Jessica Gershman
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Postpartum, Mental Health and Why it Matters as a Mom
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Hey Mamas, thanks for tuning in to a brand new episode of the Zen(ish) Mommy Podcast! This is a space where you can show up authentically, have a laugh, educate yourself, and hear a little bit of yourself in each of the guests. Today, we have fellow podcast host and mental health advocate Christie Rocha joining us in conversation. Christie kicks of…
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Youtube Series - Bee Breath - Calming Technique for All
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Bee Breath is an easy and useful breath technique to instantly change your mood and energize your body. This is a great tool to teach your kiddos. Never underestimate the power of the breathe -- this simple tool is free and accessible to all. Check out the Video Version on YouTube@the_zen_mommy Support the show The Zen Mommy on Instagram the Zen Mo…
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A great breath technique for pre and postnatal mommas or for anyone looking for a way to ground and de-stress. Check out the video version on my YouTube Channel for more https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCPcRGLTbYs Support the show The Zen Mommy on Instagram the Zen MommyBy Jessica Gershman
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When our children enter their teenage years, it seems as if our sweet mama-loving babies are replaced with borderline psychotic monsters. Sometimes as parents, we turn into monsters ourselves as we try to navigate their developing brains. Joining us today on The Zen(ish) Mommy Podcast is the incredible parenting coach, Maureen Spielman, to talk us …
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YouTube Series- Prepare Yourself for Sleep, Meditation
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This incredible restorative practice is done lying down to facilitate complete relaxation or as a prelude to sleep. Enjoy this 20 minute night time yoga flow. Check out the video version on Youtube@the_zen_mommy Support the show The Zen Mommy on Instagram the Zen MommyBy Jessica Gershman
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Hey there, Mamas! This week, we’re chatting with Purvi Lippincott of the Indy Yoga Movement, a non-profit that brings yoga and mindfulness programs to Central Indiana schools and organizations. Purvi is here to share with us the great work that Indy Yoga Movement does in helping to better equip kids to face the challenges of their lives, and she’s …
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Top 10 this season… Sober Curious? with Meg Daly
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Do you often wonder what your life would be like without alcohol? Do you hate the all-or-nothing mentality surrounding drinking? Being sober curious means literally, choosing to question or get curious about every impulse, expectation, and invitation to drink instead of mindlessly going along with the dominant drinking culture. Sober curiosity mean…
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How can you really pay for College? What you need to do NOW!
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With prices rising and inflation soaring, even the thought of college tuition is enough to give any parent anxiety. This week on the Zen(ish) Mommy Podcast, we chat with Brad Baldridge, college funding specialist, financial expert, blogger, and host of the Taming the High Cost of College Podcast. With 20 years of experience, Brad has helped thousan…
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Hey there, mamas! Today, we’re going to take a few minutes to just BREATHE. The Sigh Technique is a great way to give yourself a pause to reset, but also a useful tool to help us in moments of stress. This technique can be done anywhere, even while sitting in the car. So listen in and relax. Support the show The Zen Mommy on Instagram the Zen Mommy…
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School shootings, Childhood Trauma and how it Can Adversely Affect Your Health as an Adult
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Hey Mamas! This week, we’re talking about trauma and its long-term effects with expert Sarah Marikos, Executive Director of the ACE Resource Network. Sarah discusses with us a now-renown CDC and Kaiser Permanente study that explored the link between early childhood trauma, called Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES), and later health complications.…
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Hey there, mamas! Got a second? Join me for a short and sweet meditation to help us cultivate a greater sense of awareness and presence in our lives. This meditation can be done seated, lying down, or while walking. Come with me to create a moment of peace and presence. Support the show The Zen Mommy on Instagram the Zen Mommy…
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Reinventing the "Supermom" with Kate Kripke
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Most moms have heard the myth of the “Supermom” – a mother who puts everyone else’s needs first and still manages to get a good night’s sleep and look flawless at yoga. And yet, post-Covid, “mom burnout” seems to be everywhere, forcing mothers to consider finally putting self-care before selflessness. This week on the Zen(ish) Mommy Podcast, we sit…
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Find Peace amidst the Chaos with Mel Daly
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Have you ever come across those people who, no matter what the situation, just seem to float along, cool as a cucumber? This week, we’re chatting with personal trainer, brain-body expert, mindfulness teacher, mindset coach, and cool cucumber, Mel Daly. She’s here leading us through a guided meditation and teaching us about her “in the trenches” app…
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Is Your Teen Struggling? Here's How we can Help!
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Hey there, Mamas! Do you ever feel that, despite how busy they are, your kids are missing out on some of life’s essentials? With all that’s crammed into their schedules, perhaps what they still lack is the chance to slow down and connect with the people and the world around them. This week on Zen(ish) Mommy, we chat with Natalie Silverstein, an aut…
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Top 10. Healing Light Meditation for Purity and Grace
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Hey there, mamas! Got a second? Join me for a short and sweet meditation to help us cultivate a greater sense of awareness and presence in our lives. This meditation can be done seated, lying down, or while walking. Come with me to create a moment of peace and presence. Support the show The Zen Mommy on Instagram the Zen Mommy…
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Breaking our Silence on Sexual Abuse with Kim O'hara
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Welcome back to The Zen(ish) Mommy Podcast. Joining us today is author, book coach, film producer, and sexual abuse survivor, Kim O’hara. In this episode, we are breaking our silence and discussing the potentially triggering and emotional reality of sexual abuse. Statistically speaking, one in three women will be sexually abused during their lifeti…
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Hey there, Zen Mamas! Have you tried and struggled with meditation for years? Do you want to meditate, but it just seems so out of reach, reserved only for the most disciplined yogis and monks? In today’s short episode, we’re taking some of the mystery out of meditation and going over practical tips for how to build a practice that’s simple yet rew…
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Welcome to another episode of The Zen(ish) Mommy Podcast! Today we are joined by Laura Erlich, acupuncturist, herbalist, and author of Feed Your Fertility. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about how hormones affect the entire body, why sex hormones are only the baseline hormones and are not the main ones to be focused on, and how trauma and stress affect…
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Welcome back to the Zen(ish) Mommy Podcast! Today, we are talking about gut health with the CEO of Health Life Yeah, Karin Banghart. Our guest is passionate about educating listeners on gut health after having gone through a bout of colon cancer in 2020. Join us today to hear Karin’s story and some of the most valuable things she learned along the …
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Struggling with Change? This Meditation is for YOU!
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Hey there, Zen Mommies! Welcome back for a small but powerful bit of mindfulness amidst the chaos of everyday life. This visualization is excellent for grounding while struggling with change or letting go of what is no longer serving you. This meditation is best completed while lying down, so get cozy, pop on your headphones, and dive in for some r…
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Mother's Little Helper with Taran Conwell
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Welcome to another episode of The Zen(ish) Mommy Podcast! Today we are joined by Taran Conwell, who is here to talk all about mothers’ little helpers; younger, cheaper babysitters who have less experience but will allow you to enjoy a much-needed break! Listening in, you’ll hear all about the importance of establishing a support system from the get…
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Letting Go of Excess Baggage, Meditation for Stress Relief
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Hi, Zen Mommies! Do you ever feel like you’ve been carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Of course you do, we ALL do! So, today, listen in for a breathing and visualization meditation to help let go of that excess baggage, which clouds our ability to feel present and focused in our lives. This meditation is best done in a comfy chair …
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Top 10 episodes this year! Navigating Divorce with Children
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Nobody plans to get divorced, especially when you choose to have kids. But, it happens. Today’s guest, Alicia Robertson, is on a mission to change the narrative around divorce, with the ultimate goal of helping as many women as possible. Join us today as she shares some pearls of wisdom that her clients benefit from, how to reframe the old idea of …
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Immerse yourself in Gratitude for Good Vibes
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There’s no better way to improve your mood and bring more of the good into your life than to focus on feelings of gratitude. In this short meditation, Jessica invites you to take a few minutes out of your day to bring your attention to the joy and beauty around you. Enjoy while lying down with your eyes closed or even as you’re sitting in traffic o…
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Happy New Year! In today’s mini-episode, Jessica considers the idea of “resolutions” versus “intentions” in our approach to the new year. What is it you want to do? And are you using the right approach to get there? Are you focusing only on your goal, and if so, can you shift your focus to your method instead? Tune in to hear more about how to work…
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Alternate Nostril Breathing to instantly balance your energy!
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