Expanding Inward

I’m joined by my friends Charlene Huskinson and Shruti Srivastava for a more casual episode, a blend of personal stories and practical advice. We talk about how we met, why we love retreats, and the ways in which we find rest and stillness in the busyness of life.  Highlights:  {1:15} How Charlene and I met and created The Space, our studio in London  {6:45} Shruti’s first experience on a yoga ret...

In today’s episode, we delve into the two pillars of mindfulness: seeing clearly and choosing wisely. These pillars guide us in understanding the essence of meditation and its application in our daily lives. At its core, mindfulness is about arriving in the present moment and observing it exactly as it is, allowing us to align our actions with our true selves and intentions. Enjoying TMR? Be sure...

Enjoy this soul-nourishing conversation with Tracee Stanley, author of the bestselling books “Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity” and “The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember”. In today’s episode Tracee and I discuss: What is true Self (capital S)  Reclaiming your personal power  The ritual of mind mapping  Ancestral work  How forgiveness...

The Morning Ritual is BACK! In today’s episode, I share what I’ve been up to for the past 6 months, the three big lessons I've learned since taking a break from the show, and what to expect from the season ahead. I'm super excited to announce that I’ve opened a yoga and sound healing studio in London called The Space! Are you based in London or have friends in England? Check us out and spr...

In today’s episode Dana Slamp talks about divinity and what it means to have a non-transactional relationship to the divine. Dana shares her recent experience of the divine mother and how that has changed her mindset completely.  Write in your questions for us to address in part 2 to lillybalch@gmail.com   Meanwhile, you can find Dana at danaslamp.com and learn more about Prema Yoga Institute here...

In today's practice we invite our WHOLE self into this moment, caring for all the layers of our being. This meditation will leave you feeling grounded, relaxed and supported. Thank you for listening to The Morning Ritual. If you haven't already be sure to hit the subscribe button for more. Enjoying the podcast? Leave a review below! Join our Substack community for more. You can also find T...

Kara Ladd is an award-winning multimedia entrepreneur & journalist known for her catalytic storytelling, purpose-driven thought leadership and boutique consultancy. In today's conversation, Kara and I talk about breaking the binary between spirituality and business, the daily rituals that help us prevent burnout and how to live with more alignment and intention. Learn more about Kara here....

Today’s episode is a guided meditation exploring what it means to live with an open heart. How can we release the weight and pressure of life and feel into an expansive, free, warm and open heart? You can find the journal prompts that go with today's practice here. Join our February Gathering: The Morning Ritual's February Gathering will be held on Wednesday, February 28th at 12pm EST.  Gr...

Dr. Chiti Parikh, co-founder of the Integrative Health and Wellbeing at NewYork-Presbyterian in collaboration with Weill Cornell, has dedicated her life to combining the best of eastern and western medicine. In today’s episode we dive into the power that our mind has over our physical wellbeing, the seven ancient health secrets, mindful eating, and the future of holistic health in a western health...

Today's practice is all about responding versus reacting to life. Mindfulness allows us to see the space between stimulus and response and gives us the power to choose our response. I hope that you enjoy today's practice. Join our Substack community for more. You can also find TMR on  Instagram ,  TikTok , &  Youtube . ***The Morning Ritual is sponsored by BetterHelp. For easy, accessi...

Ashley Neese is a renowned breathwork teacher, author, parent, and land steward. She has spent over a decade working at the intersections of embodiment, transformation, and renewal. In today’s conversation Ashley and I cover: {2:10} Ashley’s story and journey towards a more restful existence  {6:25} What is rest? What is not rest? {10:20} Why do we find it so hard to rest?  {18:25} The power of da...

This practice is an invitation to let go of perfectionism and allow yourself to be exactly where you are. By stopping the fight against how we wish to be, we can restore energy and shift our state more effectively than through striving and forcing.  If you haven’t already, be sure to hit the subscribe button, rate + review! ***The Morning Ritual is sponsored by BetterHelp. For easy, accessible the...

I’m so delighted to share the conversation that I had with Elena Brower. Mother, mentor, poet, artist, volunteer, bestselling author and host of the Practice You Podcast, Elena Brower has taught yoga and meditation since 1999. In today’s episode we discuss:  1:18 Elena’s new book Softening Time 3:55 Elena’s daily practices to help steady the mind  7:22 “Don’t believe all of your thoughts”  10:33 W...

Happy New Year!! The next season of The Morning Ritual Podcast launches on January 10th and we’ll kick things off with our January Gathering on January 11th! The theme of January’s gathering:  Heart-Centered Manifesting.  I truly cannot wait. Please note, the January Gathering is FREE for all of our paid subscribers on substack. Not a paid subscriber? Fear not.  You can still register here. Advert...

Hello there! Just popping in to say happy holidays and a very merry Christmas. Your support for The Morning Ritual throughout the past year has meant a lot, I’m excited to share more with you in 2024. During this time of the year, my rituals take on a different form. The days become less structured, and so do my mornings. I've taken a break from my regular workout routine and missed a few morn...

In today's episode we explore the interconnectedness of gratitude and joy. For many of us, we spend more time focusing on the things we don't have versus appreciating all that we do. This is an invitation to pause and cultivate more appreciation. COMING JANUARY 2024- TMR's Manifestation Workshop. Join the waitlist here. ***The Morning Ritual is sponsored by BetterHelp. For easy, access...

Katie Horwitch and I dive into self talk; what it is, how to identify it, what causes negative self-talk and how to shift it. Katie is a writer, speaker, mindset coach, and women’s empowerment activist. In today’s episode we cover:  1:45 The two part process of shifting ‘Self-Talk’ 7:40 What even is ‘Self-Talk?’ 12:15 My own example of negative self talk  22:10 Do limiting beliefs stem from fear? ...

Learn to trust yourself, silence external opinions, and embrace authenticity. In today's episode we work on getting into the flow of trust and openness. From there we use meditation to shift from fear to trust. Want to take this practice further? Download the FREE journal prompt that goes with today's episode: https://www.lillybalch.com/trust ***The Morning Ritual is sponsored by BetterHel...

Barron Hanson, filmmaker and meditation teacher, shares with us the process of connecting to the expansive "big self" and how to move beyond the limited "little self." It was great catching up with Barron and I hope you enjoy the convo as much as I did. In today's episode we cover: {3:37} - When and why Barron picked up a meditation practice {5:00} - "Think global, act loca...

Wake up mindfully with this 15-minute guided morning stretch. This practice is to be done laying down and encourages a sense of presence and relaxation as you move. You can think of this as a moving meditation. I hope you enjoy! Join our Substack community for more. You can also find TMR on  Instagram ,  TikTok , &  Youtube . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kate Kuss, the founder of Soul & Steady, shares with us the meaning of yin and yang and how to use this ancient philosophy to find more balance in our life. Kate also shares with us the motto that she has been living by for nearly 20 years! You can find Kate here at Soul & Steady. Register for TMR’s FREE 4-week series, ‘Into the Body’  Join our Substack community today! You can also find T...

Today, we are experimenting and exploring different "anchor points" for our attention. This episode is designed to empower you to create your own unguided meditation practice. Register for TMR’s FREE 4-week series, ‘Into the Body’  Join our Substack community today! You can also find TMR on Instagram , TikTok , & Youtube . And if you haven’t already, be sure to hit the subscribe button...

There's a certain type of stress that comes with needing to be in control. In today’s episode we explore the illusion of control followed by a meditation to surrender and soften. Download the journal prompts on control here : www.lillybalch.com/control And if you haven’t already, be sure to hit the subscribe button! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Penni Feiner and Geri Topfer, the dynamic co-founders of be.still, candidly delve into their journeys, discussing topics such as navigating social anxiety, conquering addiction, embracing the power of service, and mastering the art of living with vulnerability and courage. These ladies are walking the walk and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with and learn from them. What we cov...

This practice is designed to give you an extra boost of support as we transition from summer to winter. Fall is a great time to uplevel our self-care. In today’s episode we talk about: The importance of slowing down this season Demystifying self care Honoring our core needs  Followed by a grounding meditation to check in with your wants and needs.  Register for TMR’s FREE 4-week series, ‘Into the...