A Stillness 2.0

In this episode Abi treats us to the ambience (ie. Illinois sounds) of mid-summer, and as a check in to learn more deeply about the issue of Burnout. But then specifically to also outline what healing and moving forward during deeply exploitative and trying times can look like. You'll want to have your notebook handy for this episode, with explanations for the patterns we find ourselves in, to how...

In this episode Abi gets all the way up on the soapbox: how "Healing" is marketed is hella problematic, especially around the topics of trauma release, mindfulness, recovery, and embodiment. As a trauma informed yoga instructor and embodiment coach Abi walks through the red flags of much of the online advertising for "trauma informed" workshops, retreats, and online guides and clarifies what traum...

In this episode Abi talks about Self-Love. Again. Discussed as the glue that holds all healing modalities in place, self-love yet again makes a topic appearance on the pod. A deep, ongoing source of compassion and curiosity, self-love serves as a foundation for self-care, healing, and inspiration. This episode ends with one of Abi's affirmations, from her poetry book, "Interwoven into Everything"-...

In this episode Abi covers the second "branch" of a yoga practice, the Niyamas. These virtuous guidelines promote a "right use of energy", along with their prior "branch" partner- the Yamas. (Listen to Part 1 for more about them!). Like in Part 1, Abi offers embodied examples of how these observances have shaped her life. If you're interested in learning more, Abi highly recommends the book, "The...

In this episode Abi gives a brief overview of the Yamas, the first "branch" of a yoga practice. As she goes over their ancient wisdom, meaning, and guidance, she also shares tangible examples of their embodiment in her own life. To learn more Abi definitely recommends, "The Yamas and Niyamas" by Deborah Adele. To support the pod: www.patreon.com/abigailjewell All music by Jazz Honegger. All audio...

Join Abi, 500 E-RYT, YACEP, and a Trauma-Informed yoga teacher in this brilliant episode where she breaks down what your first in person yoga class may be like. She explains the spectrum of the yoga practice, and guides us through how yoga is ultimately a tool for self discovery and exploration. Season 3 of A Stillness 2.0's theme is: Healing is not a place we arrive, it's a lifestyle we choose. A...

In this episode Abi uses her own past years as a mirror for self reflection on growth, how much the pandemic changed things, and how wonderful it is to be witnessed. This is the season 2 finale! Reflect and consider along side our ritual loving host about just how freakin' far we've come! All music by Jazz Honegger. All audio editing by Abigail Jewell. Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/abiga...

In this episode Abi wanders around self care practices that don't fit the # or aesthetic but that unify her mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing, in addition to ones that take care of her future and past self as well. If you've been feeling like an overly complex human being, this is the episode for you! Support the podcast at www.patreon.com/abigailjewell All music by Jazz Honegger. Third sp...

In this episode Abi discusses her past year and how in listening to her body her diet began to change for the better- all as a person who hates diet culture. In untangling her more stubborn values from her actual bodily needs she covers how change takes time, guidance, and how her intuition is never wrong. CW: Diets; Autoimmune/chronic inflammation

In this episode Abi explores (literally) ways we can travel, near and far from home, with sustainability in mind. She also shares some of her favorite elements from past trips and how traveling slower, and with more intersectionality has been so rewarding. Support Abi's work through Patreon: www.patreon.com/abigailjewell All audio production by Abigail Jewell. Music by Jazz Honegger.

It's A Start available for purchase here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CT8RBSP8 In this episode Abi shares how this most recent poetry collection came to be, and wrestles with both the hope and hurt of living in 2024. All music by Jazz Honegger. All production by Abigail Jewell.

In this episode Abi explores why she enjoys connecting with new moons, how a lunar calendar can help us connect with the earth's cycles- and our own. She also explores simple rituals, and how the daily is still sacred.

Abi shares how the end of 2023 landed for her, her New Years Resolutions for 2024, and why growth must be gentle. She also shares what actual self-care looks like for her this year, and discusses allowing life to be messy and meaningful. This podcast is made possible through Patreon Sacred Supporters: www.patreon.com/abigailjewell All music by Jazz Honegger

In this episode Abi discusses why she's found No Buy practices so empowering, how pervasive marketing is, and what it might look like to build rituals around a sense of "Enough." This podcast is made entirely possible through Patreon Sacred Supporters www.patreon.com/abigailjewell Editing by Abigail Jewell, Music by Jazz Honegger

I fully recognize that the story of a young woman deconstructing her evangelical christian upbringing is not going to interest everyone, but maybe there's more overlap in our stories than we think... listen in to get to know more about Abi, her writing journey, and why Abi thinks this work is so important to share. You can order the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Led-Me-Out-Redefining/dp/B...

I know I'm not the only one who desires to be a sustainable citizen, but who also gets overwhelmed by all the latest tech, news, and (let's face it) fads for eco-choices. I'm currently studying sustainability and business, and in this episode I share 1) how I learned small ways the average citizen CAN make a big difference 2) how to resist consumerism and 3) poetry written for the fellow anti-cons...

In this Witnessing episode Abi uses her tarot cards as a way to ground, reconnect with her intuition, and find clarity around a life event, and the emotions she associates with them. You can follow and support all of Abi's work at patreon.com/abigailjewell

Ever been curious about Tarot? This episode is for you! Abi talks through how she found and got into card readings, and how she recommends starting a personal card reading practice. In part two of this topic she'll do a personal reading and talk us through it! Resources: 78 Degrees of Wisdom, Rachel Pollock Tarot for the Wild Soul, Lindsey Mack You can follow and find, and support, more of Abi's w...

It's been a minute! But it's okay. We live on a burning planet, in failing economic systems, all just trying to do the best we can with what we have. Abi explores how her mental health issues aren't always a bad thing, how them remind her to love the little things, and little things she's implemented to help her find the ground, and her heart. To learn more about Abi and support her work visit pat...

So what is like to love yourself? Like, really ? In this episode Abi shares some of her deconstruction around self-love and perfection, and how reconnecting wit her body (as a place to constantly pour love into) altered the course of everything. Some resources suggested: The work of Adrienne Maree Brown, especially their interview on the StyleLikeU YouTube channel The work of Sonya Renee Taylor, e...

Abi once again invites you to a fly on the wall of her inner world- not because the view is all that great, but because with some self-compassion she can uncover that which has felt nagging and unsettling. Abi is NOT a medically licensed therapist or medical provider. Witnessing episodes are intended for communal inspiration only!

In this episode Abi waxes poetic about how she learned she actually had very reasonable needs, and how she's learning to get them fulfilled. Listen for the honesty, stay for the affirmations. You are a freaking joy, and deserve such.

Leaning into astrology, Abi weaves through ritual ideas for seasonal shifts, especially tied to hearth and home. Privileged to be a house wife, this episode reminds us that even the mundane can be sacred. Come for the witchy-talk, stay for the anti-witch-tok soap box. Refresh your ritual ideas, and work your magic loves.

Creativity- where does Abi get it from, and why does it feel holy? In this "read aloud" episode Abi shares chapter 2 of the draft "I Do Not Exist To Be Solved: A Manifesto and Toolkit for No Longer Proving" and shares a bit about how her creative works come into being, and what she has planned for 2023

In this episode I walk through and talk through my personal exploration of habit breaking/ building by breathing, stretching, and speaking aloud my internal dialogue around healthy and unhealthy coping skills. Envisioning taking the best care of my breath, body and being. An insightful look at the holistic process of bearing witness to myself. All music by Jazz Honegger. All production by Abigail...