As human beings, we were born with a negativity bias that makes it very easy for us to notice what’s “wrong.” This innate bias is intended to help us detect and avoid danger. The problem is that while detecting what is uncomfortable or undesired might help us to survive, it doesn't help us to thrive! We benefit when we cultivate a more balanced exp…

Being outdoors can be so grounding, supportive, and even healing. But it also matters how we spend time outside. In this episode, I share about slowing down and even being still, in order to pay attention more closely to what is happening in the natural world and what is happening inside you. I share tips on how to slow yourself down, including a s…

Ever since I was very young I’ve loved being outside. But I don't think I ever understood the power and necessity of the medicine of the outdoors until I was heartsick. Back in 2014 after my dad died, I would walk and walk and walk every day, finding space and solace for my grief. In the heartsickness of this year, I've found myself going outdoors …

In episode 5 of Flourish and Bloom podcast, host Katie Dutcher speaks with Cain Carroll. Cain is a teacher and author who leads courses in radical self-healing and embodied spiritual practice, and his work is informed by years of in-depth study and practice of Yoga, Qigong, Buddhism, Daoism, and Classical Chinese Medicine. “Friendliness with Yourse…

In episode 4 of Flourish and Bloom podcast, host Katie Dutcher speaks with Jennifer Farley, who is a fellow teacher at Monterey Bay Meditation Studio, a dance/movement therapist, a licensed professional clinical counselor, and a shamanic healer who has trained with Andean shamans in Peru and been initiated into their ancient lineage. For me, one of…

In episode three of Flourish & Bloom podcast, host Katie Dutcher speaks with Marianne Rowe, who, in addition to her work as a therapist, is a co-founder and co-teacher with Katie at Monterey Bay Meditation Studio. “Being Who You Are” is about what it means to be authentic to yourself, and what gets in the way of our full self-expression. Katie refl…

In episode two of Flourish & Bloom podcast, host Katie Dutcher speaks with Amy Eden Jollymore, writer and journal-writing advocate. Our broad topic "Knowing Who You Are" — is huge, and it’s hugely important. Amy shares about surviving and thriving after a traumatic childhood, and she models how sharing your story is important not just for the telle…

In the very first episode of Flourish & Bloom podcast, host Katie Dutcher speaks with Danette Relic. of Radical Creative Sanctuary. Our broad topic "Showing Up for Yourself" — what it means, what gets in the way, and what we and those around us actually gain as we learn to tune into our own needs. Along the way, we talk about how difficult times ca…

Cain guides you through a nine-minute centering meditation that is especially helpful during times of uncertainty and chaos.By Cain Carroll

In this seven-minute recording, Cain guides you through a meditative exercise that helps develop the capacity to stay present with difficult feelings.By Cain Carroll

This is a one hour interview where host Dr. Zohara Hieronimus asks in-depth question about Cain's book The Four Dignities. The conversation addresses practical ways we can apply meditative awareness to everyday life. Broadcasted on July 3rd, 2016 on 21st Century Radio. For more information about Dr. Zoh visit: http://21stcenturyradio.com/For more i…

On the path of inner-cultivation, it is of great benefit to understand the four functions of the mind and how to befriend and train the mind to serve our deepest aspiration.Recorded at Cain's Radiant Awakening Foundations Course (August 2015). More about Cain Carroll and The Radiant Awakening: http://www.radiantawakening.com/…

Learn practical ways of unleashing the self-healing power of body and mind, and how to break through some of the most common blocks to achieving radiant health. Recorded in Cain's weekly self-healing class (Breathe Los Gatos 2014). More about Cain at: http://www.radiantawakening.com/By Cain Carroll

The Cycle of Awakening gives us a clear road map for how to cultivate deeper fulfillment in all Nine Spheres of life. In this talk, Cain explains 10 simple choices we can make to set the Cycle of Awakening in motion. Recorded at Cain's Radiant Awakening Foundations Course in California (Aug 2015).By Cain Carroll