Nurturing Calm: Wholesome Practices for Anxiety Management

Journey To The Soul

As the first frost of winter set in this year, I found myself kneading dough in my kitchen, seeking comfort in the rhythmic motion. It's moments like these—simple yet profound—that I've come to cherish in my dance with anxiety, a topic we unravel in this week's 'Journey to the Soul' podcast. Wrapped in a blanket of intimate storytelling, I invite you on a journey through the lesser-spoken paths of meditation, the delicate balance of physical health, and the transformative art of self-care. We delve into the shadows that anxiety casts, exploring how the adoption of nurturing practices can lead us back to a state of calmness and equilibrium.
Have you ever felt the weight of the world lift as you sipped a calming herbal brew? This episode is much like that—offering a blend of soothing insights and rejuvenating tales. I share my own pivot from a caffeine-laden existence to savoring the steadying embrace of herbal teas, illustrating the impact of such shifts on mental well-being. As we navigate through the landscape of meditation and breathwork, I recount my explorations from the silent retreats of Vipassana to the compassionate echoes of loving kindness meditations, underscoring the importance of finding a personal practice that resonates with you.
Closing this heartfelt exchange, I offer a trove of strategies aimed at managing anxiety. From the power of journaling to the enchantment found in joy-sparking activities, we examine a variety of tools designed to quiet the inner turmoil. With guided visualizations and an invitation to engage in a dialogue with your anxiety, we consider how to dismantle the fears that often lurk behind it. I'm grateful for the chance to connect with you, my dear listeners, and encourage you to intertwine your voices with mine, whether in comments or across the social media landscape. Hold tight to the wisdom shared here, and until next week, may our shared journey continue to be illuminated by love and light.
You can pull up your Human Design chart HERE
Superhuman Activations is wonderful if you want to dive more deeply into visualizations or writing practices to help with anxiety

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Chapters

1. Nurturing Calm: Wholesome Practices for Anxiety Management (00:00:00)

2. Nurturing Ways to Manage Anxiety (00:00:03)

3. Exploring Meditation, Breathwork, and Movement (00:14:29)

4. Managing Anxiety (00:29:37)

5. Navigating Anxiety (00:43:02)