From the Heart with Rachel Brathen
380 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4.1K ratingsRachel Brathen is a bestselling author, podcast host, and serial entrepreneur who inspires millions every day. Now – Rachel offers an even more intimate look into her life and the inspiring journey. Weekly episodes of storytelling and talks from Rachel (sometimes alongside special guests!) dive into topics such as love, trust, finding balance, overcoming adversity and well-being. The light you are seeking is within your own heart. Join Rachel as she helps you uncover it, from her heart to yours.
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Eclipse Week: The High Highs and Low Lows of Life
April 21, 2023 07:01 - 1 hourIf your life has been all over the place lately, at least there is something you can blame it on: it’s eclipse week. Rachel begins this episode by sharing a bit of astrology and what we may experience over the next few days. This is a heightened time! Expect to feel scattered, conflicted, and the intense contrasts of life. This exact energy is playing out in Rachel’s life too. She shares the rollercoaster she’s been on over the past week, from traveling to the Netherlands to say goodbye to a ...
Healing Your Inner Child Through Raising One
April 14, 2023 07:01 - 48 minutesWhen we have children, we are presented with the unique opportunity to give them everything we needed when we were growing up. It’s an opportunity to reparent ourselves; to heal our own inner child. In today’s episode, this notion has become so apparent in Rachel’s life as she teaches her daughter about the beauty of birth and the pain of death. While preparing for Lea’s little brother, their family was thrown into grief by a heartbreaking loss. Rachel shares the story, and how it reminded he...
Olivia’s Birth Story: The Ins and Outs of Home Birth and Stepping Into Your Power
April 07, 2023 07:01 - 1 hourThis is a very special episode of From the Heart! Today Rachel is joined by her best friend Olivia Rothschild (and baby Z). Olivia being six weeks postpartum after a birth that Rachel was present for, the two sit down for the first time to digest the experience that changed both of their lives. They talk all things home birth, parenting dynamics, the beautiful journey of pregnancy, and making choices that serve you throughout it all. Olivia intimately dives into how she handles contractions, ...
Ask Rachel: When We Speak To Ourselves, The Universe Listens
March 31, 2023 07:01 - 1 hourToday’s episode is another segment of Ask Rachel, and this one has a little bit of everything. Rachel answers questions on everything from setting boundaries and how to navigate tumultuous relationships, to the words we speak about ourselves and how they shape our reality. If you want to hear about rituals to ground you during a stressful time, or how to set fitness goals that are actually beneficial, this one is for you. A well-rounded episode, you’ll come out feeling like you just had a dee...
Moving Through Grief: How to Talk to Your Children About Death
March 24, 2023 07:01 - 1 hourWithout a doubt, grief and loss are some of the hardest things we will move through in this human experience. But at the same time, they are unavoidable. Is there any way to prepare our hearts for the immense pain that is to come? In today’s episode, Rachel is recording from The Netherlands where her family is moving through a world of grief right now. She tries to answer some almost unanswerable questions. How do you talk to your children about death? Is there a right or wrong way to grieve?...
A Spring Equinox Ritual: Planting the Seeds for a New Beginning
March 17, 2023 07:01 - 1 hourSpring is springing all around us! As nature moves through a season of rebirth, this is the perfect opportunity for us to shake off the dust from winter and do this work internally as well. Today’s episode is a practice for the Spring Equinox on March 20. Rachel shares the spiritual and energetic qualities of this time of year and how you can harness its power for your own rebirth. She shares suggestions for rituals, from spring cleaning and the history behind it, to building an altar dedicat...
Preparing for Baby Number Two with Dennis Schoneveld
March 10, 2023 08:01 - 1 hourOur favourite guest, Dennis Schoneveld, is back on From the Heart today for the first time since baby number two has been on the way. A usual episode full of laughs, Rachel and Dennis discuss their lives in Sweden and on the farm, how Dennis is doing, and how his job search is going. Of course, they get into some very important and much requested topics too, like Dennis’s transition away from veganism, his relationship with food (or a lack there of) throughout his life, and his history of hu...
Birth and Death: A Story About The Circle of Life
March 03, 2023 08:01 - 1 hourThe past few days for Rachel have been heavy and beautiful in the best and worst ways possible. She tells the story of saying goodbye to their dog, Laika, from how she navigated the days leading up to it and the conversation she had with her daughter around death. It was during these quiet days at home that her phone rang: her best friend was in labor (look out for a podcast episode with Olivia coming soon!) From witnessing a birth and a death in the same weekend, this episode is a beautiful ...
The Life of a Dog and the Moments Between Hello and Goodbye
February 24, 2023 08:01 - 43 minutesThe animal lovers out there will resonate with today’s episode… but it’s also a very sad one. Rachel and her family just received some incredibly hard news. Their dog, Laika, is in her final days. Rachel shares how she will prepare her daughter for this heartache, and how Laika has showed up as a protector throughout Rachel’s pregnancy. It’s cruel and unfair that every hello with a four-legged soulmate eventually leads to a goodbye, but the moments in between we can cherish forever… and they...
From Deprivation to Nourishment: The Journey Back to Animal Foods
February 17, 2023 08:01 - 1 hourLet’s talk about food! In today’s episode, Rachel dives into the world of diet, nutrition, and nourishment, sharing all the details about her transition from veganism to a more animal focused diet. What is she eating now? What was the biggest challenge she faced? What benefits has she seen physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually? And just as importantly, how did her daughter and husband adapt to the change? If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or shamed due to your own diet...
Healing Generational Trauma: You Are Where The Cycle Ends
February 10, 2023 08:01 - 1 hourHave you ever had a big feeling, but strangely you didn’t think this feeling was entirely your own? Somehow it felt ancient and old? In today’s episode, Rachel shares a fascinating discussion on the concept of ancestral trauma and generational healing. This story today is told through Rachel’s lens: her family’s lineage of trauma, a cacao ceremony that helped her realize her purpose, and a rebirthing that allowed her to reclaim her own experience. Trauma can implant itself in your cells and b...
Ask Rachel: Navigating Judgment During Pregnancy and How to Begin a Tea Ceremony
February 03, 2023 08:01 - 1 hourWelcome back to another segment of Ask Rachel, where Rachel listens to all questions weighing on your heart and offers her guidance and support. In this episode, she answers two very important questions. How can we deal with negativity from family members or friends if they disagree with our pregnancy and birth plans? Why is it harder to stay anchored in our own truth when so many voices around us are pushing their own beliefs? Afterward, Rachel dives deeper into her tea practice, including h...
Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: Modeling Your Needs for Your Children
January 27, 2023 08:01 - 1 hourIn today’s episode, Rachel is speaking to you with three days of alone time ahead of her. Dennis and Lea are away on a ski trip and Rachel has some big plans for herself too: self-care and more self-care! She shares how she’s been dealing with pain this pregnancy, and how it’s so important to take care your needs seriously and put yourself first. Only then are you able to model these behaviors for your children. At the end of the episode, Rachel gives a much-anticipated pregnancy update. She ...
You Are Enough: How to Let Go of a Past Version of You
January 20, 2023 08:01 - 55 minutesIf you are struggling with feelings of unworthiness, or if your sense of self is intricately tied to success and accomplishment, this episode will remind you that you are lovable exactly as you are. There is nothing more you need to do. Rachel shares intimately today about some big fears and inner judgements she has been sitting with lately. She just accomplished a big dream - she moved to a farm in Sweden. But a voice inside her head (maybe society’s voice?) has left her wondering if she is ...
Following Your Intuition During Pregnancy
January 13, 2023 08:01 - 1 hourIn today’s episode, Rachel dives deeper into the journey of her pregnancy and shares what she is envisioning for the birth. Her decision has been met with resistance every step of the way - from doctors, from the media, and from a society that treats pregnancy as an illness. But this experience is a sacred and deeply personal one - it shouldn’t be a debate. There is room for everyone to feel autonomous, empowered, and have their needs met. While Rachel has opted for a less invasive pregnancy,...
From the Heart: The First Christmas on the Farm
January 06, 2023 08:01 - 1 hourWelcome to the first official episode of From the Heart with Rachel Brathen! Today Rachel shares a hilarious story of the craziness that happened during the first Christmas on the farm. From power outages to thrown backs and cold meatballs, what began as pure chaos turned into something magical. It all culminated in the moment Rachel realized that she was truly home. This episode is your reminder that if you’ve had a tough time over the holidays, it’s not too late to begin anew. The life of y...
Teaser Episode: From the Heart with Rachel Brathen
January 06, 2023 07:58 - 1 minuteWelcome to From the Heart with Rachel Brathen. In this show, Rachel Brathen, New York Times Bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and podcast host, shares directly from her heart to yours. This is a place where you can be an open book – where you can feel your feelings and know that you’re not alone. In an intimate storytelling format, each episode explores everything from overcoming adversity, to wellbeing, self-care, and motherhood. You’ll learn how to speak your truth, set boundaries, s...
2023 Intention Setting Ceremony: How to Create A Beautiful Year
December 30, 2022 08:01 - 1 hourThe time has finally come. With 2023 fast approaching, call in the year meant for you in this yearly ritual and intention setting ceremony. Join Rachel to pull a card, dance, ground, journal, and set your intentions for the New Year. Focusing on the four main areas of your life - your home, body, mind, and soul - you will close a chapter and define what comes next. What is the most beautiful version of 2023 that you can imagine? What feeling do you want to embody by the end of the coming yea...
Processing 2022: A Ritual to Let Go
December 23, 2022 08:01 - 1 hourCan you believe that we are already at the end of 2022? This week’s episode begins our New Year’s rituals - we are going to process 2022 and everything that came our way. After all, it’s hard to move forward when you’re stuck in the past. Grab your journal and pen, brew yourself some tea, and settle in for a journey into the hard, the beautiful, the takeaways, the blessings, the friendships, and the love. Rachel will guide you through a series of journaling prompts to ready yourself for 2023,...
Finding Home: The Story of a Farm
December 16, 2022 08:01 - 1 hourYou’re in for a bit of a crazy story today! Rachel shares the journey that brought her to her dream farm in Sweden. Coming from mold drama in Aruba, to a cabin she couldn’t keep, and searching for her forever home, Rachel and her little family have been on quite the trek over the past few years. But now it’s time to finally set some roots on a little farm with a complicated history. Following your dreams is never without worries. There’s always that voice in the back of your head telling you ...
Ask Rachel: A Wild Pregnancy and Overcoming Birth Fears
December 09, 2022 08:01 - 1 hourToday’s episode is another segment of Ask Rachel, and this one is especially intimate and vulnerable. Rachel answers some questions specifically centered around pregnancy and childbirth. She shares about unprocessed grief from her first pregnancy and then vulnerably opens up about her dreams and wishes for her second. If pregnancy or motherhood is on your mind, this episode is for you. It dives into wild pregnancies, unassisted births, claiming your power, and overcoming your fears. At the be...
We’re Having a Baby… and We’re Moving!
December 02, 2022 08:01 - 52 minutesThis episode is full of exciting news! Rachel is back from Aruba and finally gets to share what she has kept secret for so long. She is having baby number two… and the growing family is moving to their dream farm. Rachel shares the entire story, from the moment she knew she wanted another baby, to conception, Lea’s reaction, and where she is now. Tune in for an episode that will lift you up and remind you to believe in the good things coming. To learn more about listener data and our privac...
We Can Do Hard Things
November 28, 2022 08:01 - 3 minutesGlennon Doyle, author of Untamed, watched in awe as this simple phrase from Untamed – WE CAN DO HARD THINGS – the mantra that saved her life twenty years ago, became a worldwide rally cry. Life is freaking hard. We are all doing hard things every day – we love and lose; we forge and end friendships; battle addiction, illness, and loneliness; care for children and parents; struggle in our jobs, our marriages, our divorces; we try to set and hold boundaries – and we fight for equality, purpose,...
Sometimes On The Way To Your Dream, You Get Lost And Find A Better One
November 25, 2022 08:01 - 53 minutesIf you’re on the path toward a dream, you know the power that manifestation holds. But there is an often unspoken part of this process that doesn’t get the acknowledgement it deserves: you cannot create something new without tearing something else down. In today’s episode, Rachel finds herself recording in a familiar spot, Island Yoga. She reminisces on the years she spent at this property, from the months of construction, to the first retreat she hosted, and the community that was built in t...
Story Time: The Return to Aruba
November 18, 2022 08:01 - 1 hourIt’s story time in today’s episode! Rachel and her family have returned to Aruba for the first time after moving to Sweden a year ago. But it hasn’t been smooth sailing since their arrival. They left the island escaping a mold disaster… and the universe had a funny way of welcoming them back. Yes, it involves some mold, their car, and a bit of a disagreement between Rachel and Dennis. This episode has the entire story! From the struggle of leaving Aruba, to the remediation of their house, and...
Is Social Media Ruining Our Lives?
November 11, 2022 08:01 - 56 minutesWhy is it so hard to set boundaries around our screen time and social media usage? We know it’s not the best for us, and we usually don’t even particularly enjoy being there, but we do it anyways. In today’s episode, Rachel shares her current relationship with social media and dives into this complex topic as a whole. Is screen time beneficial for our health and wellbeing? How does it affect our sleep? What will constant EMF exposure do to our bodies? Where is society ultimately going? Tune i...
Ask Rachel: When It Comes To Your Relationship Issues, Are You Part of The Problem?
November 04, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourWelcome to Ask Rachel, where you receive a direct answer from Rachel on anything weighing on your mind. Today’s segment brings us many relationship questions. Is it a deal breaker if your partner doesn’t have the same diet or lifestyle as you? How do you rekindle a challenging relationship with a parent? Can we redefine ourselves after having a baby? On top of that, Rachel shares a bit about how to garden with limited space and the best way to source your food locally. Tune in for a fun and i...
Veganism, Drama, and Why Shame Will Never Inspire Change
October 28, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourIt’s been a week since Rachel shared the news that she is no longer vegan and let’s just say… a lot of people had opinions about that. After a social media storm, Rachel discusses the fallout, the drama, the bullying, and some legitimate questions that have been raised since sharing her news. Stepping away from veganism hasn’t meant that Rachel is suddenly okay with factory farming or other harmful and unsustainable practices. It has meant learning new things, acknowledging past ignorance, an...
I Am No Longer Vegan: The Full Story
October 21, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourThis episode was difficult to record and scary to release, but it’s a truth that Rachel wanted to share. She is no longer vegan. Rachel shares the full story, from going vegan for the first time, to how her needs changed throughout different life transitions, and what finally made her reconsider the views that were so ingrained in her psyche. She discusses what this means for her health and wellbeing, as well as the mixed emotions she feels about sharing this news with the world. Ultimately,...
Find Something To Fight For - Activism From The Heart
October 14, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourToday’s episode begins with a grounding to help settle your nervous system. Rachel has been feeling both very content within the bubble of her life, and very worried about the state of the world at the same time. She shares the contrasts happening in her outside world and in her heart. How do we stay hopeful when the world feels hopeless? Using her love for the (increasingly disappearing) forest as an example, Rachel shares the grieving process she has gone through in trying to align her life...
Ask Rachel: Letting Go of Old Identities, Grieving Your Past Self and Nourishing Creativity
October 07, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourWelcome to Ask Rachel, a segment answering all your questions from the heart. In today’s episode, Rachel dives deep into how to nourish creativity when you feel uninspired, whether or not you should help your partner on their spiritual journey, and how to grieve past versions of yourself as you continue to change and evolve. You’ll hear some personal stories, some hard truths, and some words that will uplift your soul. Tune in to ask yourself big questions, make real changes, and shed old ide...
Balancing Joy and Suffering, Parenting Struggles, and A Beautiful Life
September 30, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourLife comes with ups and downs, but that doesn’t mean they are easy to manage. How do we feel joy when there is also pain? And how do we navigate the shame that comes with it? If you’ve been working through this lately, today’s episode is for you. Rachel discusses the duality of life that so many of us are experiencing right now. Through a personal example, she shares the fairly challenging phase she is going through with her daughter. And how even though it’s hard, this is still one of the mo...
There Is No Such Thing as “Just a Dog”
September 23, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourIf you have a furry companion, you know one very important truth: there is no such thing as just a dog. Today’s episode will connect you to the infinite love and gratitude you feel for your pets. Rachel is speaking to you today from a very raw, vulnerable space. Her family has just said goodbye to her brother’s dog, Hammer. She shares the story of how her family tragically lost their first dog, her relationship with Pepper and how she handled his death, and how the passing of Hammer has been ...
You Are the One You’ve Been Waiting For
September 16, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourWe spin ourselves in circles and drive ourselves wild searching for peace. We look for success and validation from others but disappoint ourselves along the way. If you’ve been working yourself too hard or searching for your purpose, today’s episode will help you reframe your journey. After returning from a hiking trip above the arctic circle, Rachel is feeling more like herself than ever before. She discusses her journey over the years, from her self-harming teenage years, to finding yoga, a...
Parenting with Compassion: The Story of a Temper Tantrum, an Epiphany and a Healing
September 09, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourParenting is hard, but knowing that other parents experience the same difficulties can help you feel seen, understood, and a little bit less guilty about it. If you’ve been struggling with your little ones lately, today’s episode will bring you a newfound sense of hope. Rachel shares the story of a recent temper tantrum that her daughter, Lea had. In the moment, there was no fixing it. But afterward, when she had some time to think it over, she began to put the pieces together and determine w...
Self-Reliance and Freedom: Learning to Connect Your Values with the Way You Live Your Life
September 02, 2022 07:01 - 54 minutesWhat brings you joy? Is it a priority in your life or does it fall to the wayside for everything else? Today’s episode will remind you why you must chase your joy at all costs. It’s harvest season over at Rachel’s house. Simple things these days, such as teaching her sister how to garden, making elderberry syrup, and learning how to preserve foods has brought her more joy than she can remember in a long time. After some challenges with Lea’s schooling, Rachel discusses using her joy as an anc...
How to Compromise and Other Important Marriage Things with Dennis Schoneveld
August 26, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourIt’s been a while but your favorite guest is joining the show today: Rachel’s husband, Dennis! Hear the latest from the best couple in this hilarious conversation. From the light-hearted to the more serious, this episode has it all. Will Dennis ever get a sailboat? Will Rachel ever get a cow? Has Dennis found his purpose in Sweden? How is his transition going? More importantly, how did his latest Iron Man race go? Whether you’re interested in learning about Dennis’ passion for photography, w...
Life, Death, and a Whole Lot of Gratitude
August 19, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutesIt’s heartbreaking but it’s inevitable - at some point in our lives we will all move through grief, loss and death. If this is close to your heart right now, today’s episode holds a beautiful epiphany for you. After a morning paddle boarding on the lake, Rachel was left feeling so alive. Death has felt very present in her life lately - but sometimes, it’s that closeness with death that allows you to be deeply present in every moment. She shares the story of her dog, Laika, and the scary exper...
Ask Rachel: What To Look For in a Healer, Learning to Surrender, and Showing Vulnerability
August 12, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourIt’s time for another segment of Ask Rachel, where listeners call in and receive heartfelt and vulnerable answers to life’s big questions. In today’s episode, Rachel dives into topics from beginning yoga, to astrology readings, how to start a podcast, what to look for in a healer, and surrendering to whatever may come your way. Hear some personal stories and learn how being open and honest always leads to vulnerability. Tune in for an episode with great insight and inspiration to the path for...
Moving Through Grief: Our Furry Companions and What To Do When Love Ends
August 05, 2022 07:01 - 52 minutesIf you have a pet, you know the bond you share is special and unique. That’s why it cuts so deep when it’s time to say goodbye. If you’re moving through the loss of a pet, today’s episode will help you navigate these lonely and cruel waters. Rachel is recording from the west coast of Sweden - but her heart is back home with her brother and his dog, Hammer. After receiving some heartbreaking news that Hammer is very sick, Rachel is thrown back into the grief from losing her own dog, Pepper. Sh...
The Fragility of Life: Immense Love, Deep Belonging, and Anchoring Into Good When Things Get Hard
July 29, 2022 07:01 - 53 minutesSome days more than others we are hit with just how fragile life is. Our experience on this earth is fleeting - and nothing is guaranteed. If you’ve felt untethered lately, this episode will anchor you back into belonging, gratitude, and purpose. Rachel has just returned home from a trip to Amsterdam to visit family after a hard diagnosis. She shares a bit about how lost she felt, how unfair life is sometimes, and how her family’s lives were turned upside down. It was some yarrow on the side ...
Waves of Anxiety: The Journey From Panic to Peace
July 22, 2022 07:01 - 57 minutesIf you have ever experienced anxiety or panic attacks, if you’re coping with burnout, or if you have been trying to align your life with something that better fits who you are, today’s episode is just for you. After a recent experience with anxiety, Rachel was thrown back into feelings from an old life. It has been years since she changed the pace of her life, moved to a different part of the world, and started slowing down enough to consider what she truly longed for. Panic attacks seemed to...
Ask Rachel: How to Begin A Meditation Practice, Validating Our Fears, and Making the Mundane Sacred
July 15, 2022 07:01 - 59 minutesWelcome to another segment of Ask Rachel, where you call into the show and Rachel gives in-depth answers to the questions weighing on your heart. In today’s episode, we hear some beautiful questions from listeners. From the fears we experience in motherhood and how to cope with them, to tips and tricks to commit to a meditation practice, and how to make the mundane moments in our lives feel purposeful and sacred, there are some beautiful insights to share together. Tune in for a fun episode s...
Spontaneous Adventures: The Beauty of Aimless Travel and Letting the Universe Take the Lead
July 08, 2022 07:01 - 54 minutesIn today’s Yoga Girl Podcast episode, Rachel has just returned from a spontaneous adventure with her best friend. It brought her to blueberry fields, flower gardens, Swedish bakeries… and some surprising synchronicities along the way. She shares the story and a beautiful realization that comes with releasing control and letting the universe guide your way. No matter where you go, the universe puts you on the right path. All you have to do is take that first step. You may end up in some really...
The Ebbs and Flows of Life: Honoring Where You Are and Aligning Where You’re Going
July 01, 2022 07:01 - 56 minutesDo you find yourself longing for a different pace in life? Are you feeling directionless, like you’re lacking true purpose? Is your life an endless hustle but you still don’t feel good enough? Today’s episode will help you put all of that to rest. Rachel discusses how her family life has changed since moving to Sweden. She hasn’t been actively creating or working, instead she’s spent most days in her garden. While this change of pace has brought so much contentment and abundance to her life, ...
Alone or Lonely? An Extrovert’s Guide to Solitude
June 24, 2022 07:01 - 56 minutesThe rise of smartphones and the internet has brought about many changes in our society, one in particular being that solitude is really hard to come by. We are bombarded every moment with text messages and emails - and if not, we can open up our social media apps to stay updated by the minute. Gone are the days of being truly alone. In today’s episode, Rachel shares her struggle to find a balance between her extroverted tendencies and her need for true solitude. She reminisces about the time ...
Ask Rachel: Answering Your Questions From The Heart
June 17, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourYou asked… and now Rachel answers! This episode is the very first segment of Ask Rachel, where you call in, hear your voice on the show, and Rachel gives a heartfelt answer to whatever is weighing on you right now. In this episode we hear questions from Germany, Serbia, Australia, and the United States. Rachel dives into what brings her hope, how to accelerate the manifestation process, her favorite must-read books, how to tackle the highs and lows of life, setting boundaries, and whether we ...
Do You Suck or Is That Just Your Inner Critic Talking?
June 10, 2022 07:01 - 56 minutesAre you ready for a bit of a sh*t show? Today’s episode is messy, emotional and human - just like the healing journey. As Rachel tackles an extra-loud inner critic, she is dealing with extreme feelings of self-doubt, a scattered mind, and an unanchored soul. She shares how these feelings came about, why they are there, and most importantly, what she does to move away from that negative inner voice (hint: it’s not what you think). The healing journey is never the beautiful experiences we tend ...
A Mother’s Vulnerable Sharing: Birth, Death, and Everything in Between
June 03, 2022 07:01 - 1 hourThe love that comes with motherhood is immense - but then so are the fears as well. It’s like living with your heart outside of your body. But is there a point where normal fears cross over into being obsessive thoughts that inhibit your ability to live a normal life? On today’s episode, Rachel contemplates this notion after her daughter, Lea had a recent sickness that shook Rachel to her core. It brought her back to those first moments of motherhood, when the fear of something happening to h...
Holding Hands with Hard Emotions: How to Define, Process, and Learn from Your Discomfort
May 27, 2022 07:01 - 57 minutesAnxiety can find us at any moment without rhyme or reason. But what should we do when it arrives? If you’ve been struggling with anxiety or any other difficult emotion lately, today’s Yoga Girl Podcast episode will help you recognize your triggers, pause before your reactions, and learn to sit with difficult feelings. As Rachel sat down to record, an overwhelming sense of anxiety was lingering within her. Her innate reaction was to jump into “fixing” mode. Surely she would feel better if she...