In this episode, Deb shares the meditative practice of “Conscious Rest.” This is known by several names but they all off the same assistance to those who have insomnia, stress, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain or depression. The practice is simple to learn and easy to practice. It can be practiced by anyone, regardless of physical...
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S2E4 – Better Sleep: Practical Measures
In this episode, Deb starts this month’s theme of Better Sleep by giving an overview of what she’ll be sharing through the next several episodes. She also shares some initial practical measures you can take to start the process of creating and experimenting with your own sleep routine. In future episodes, we’ll be looking at...
S2E3: Transforming Anxiety
In this episode, we learn the six responses to anxious situations that we can transform these natural reactions to productive ways to deal with our anxiety and the circumstances involved. We learn a simple meditation and breathwork that can be used anytime and anywhere. Finally, a grounding meditation to help bring balance and centeredness. You...
S2E3b: Guided Rest for Anxiety
This is a bonus episode to episode 3 of the podcast. This is a guided rest meditation (aka yoga nidra) that will bring deep relaxation when you are experiencing anxiety. See also my Mindfulness Monday podcast for short meditations that you can use. Use coupon code ANXIETYPODCAST2022 for 50% Off the “Calm Your Anxious Mind”...
S2E2: Sound and Its Healing Effect on Anxiety
In this episode, Deb shares a short history and benefits about sound healing and how she came to this modality. We learn how on all levels of being, physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually how sound healing can assist those with deep anxiety. The science of brainwaves and sound waves proves fascinating and we learn how...
S2E1 – Calm Your Anxiety with This Simple Practice
In this episode which starts a second season and the month of October, the theme for the month is “Calm Your Anxiety. Here, Deb proceeds to dispel misunderstandings about mindfulness by example of eight ways of what mindfulness is not. She includes a simple practice that she uses with her clients in working with empowering...
Ep. 11 – Peaceful Vibrations to the World Meditation
As the podcast has been on hiatus, I wanted to share with you this meditation from our Peace Meditation Circle that was held on March 6, 2022. Our intention as Peaceful Vibrations to Ukraine and Russia and to the entire world. Our Peace Meditation Circle meets on Sundays at 11:00 am Central Time. You can...
Ep. 10 – The Places That Scare You + Metta Meditation
In this episode, Deb shares on the book, The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times by Pema Chödrön. This will be the next book in the Peaceful Wellness Mindful Book Group. In the book, Pema Chödrön offers guidance for coping with the difficult moments in our lives–showing us how we...
Ep.09 – Be Fully Aware of the Present Moment with Mindfulness
In this episode, Deb looks at the myths and mistaken beliefs around meditation and mindfulness. She discusses the benefits of a mindfulness meditation practice as well as an opportunity to learn with a short practice. When you can be fully aware of the present moment, you are able to release judgments, practice compassion, get out...
Ep. 08 – Grief and Loss + Yoga Nidra Meditation for Grief
In this episode, Deb reveals her recent loss and shares the tools she is using to work with her grief. Grief can arrive from the death of a loved one, a divorce or betrayal, an end to a relationship, a job loss or other loss of income, and health and lifestyle changes due to cancer...
Mini-Episode – What is a Sangha?
In this mini-5-minute episode, learn about the support of a community, also called sangha and how you can join the Peaceful Wellness Sangha. Learn more at peacefulwellness.org — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/peaceful-wellness/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/peaceful-wellness/support
Ep. 07 – Happiness is Only Found Within + Anytime Calming Meditation
In this episode, Deb shares insights on wisdom. We find that happiness is not based on what is external to us, but can only be found within. From Paul Denniston, founder of Grief Yoga, she mentions his Self-Care During the Holidays ideas, featuring the following aspects of Awareness, Expression, Connection, Surrender, and Evolution. He is...