Conversations and Meditations

In this episode, Justin sits down with Mel Morris for a relaxed and heartfelt conversation about her journey to Riverdell and the path that led her to join the Goodness Me team. Mel shares how she first discovered Riverdell, what drew her in, and the quiet but powerful moments that helped her realise this was a place she wanted to contribute her time, energy, and care. Together, they explore the v...

In this episode, Justin sits down with Nathan Clifford to explore the profound impact that Men’s Work has had on his life. Nathan shares openly about the transformative journey that unfolded through his involvement in the movement, how it helped him reconnect with his true self, and why he now feels called to support other men on a similar path. This conversation offers insight, honesty, and a hea...

Justin and Jess discuss her upcoming events and the mutually beneficial relationship that has been fostered between Jess and Riverdell. They discuss the intricacies of living a nomadic lifestyle, which Jess has recently adopted, and the importance of knowing and respecting our limitations regarding our ability to offer service to others. If you resonate with Jess and her message, she can be contac...

During this conversation, Justin introduces Rev. Berry Behr to the community. Berry is an interfaith minister, currently staying at Riverdell Spiritual Centre as an interfaith ambassador, seeking to inspire peace and harmony through understanding. They discuss everything from what attracted Berry to an Interfaith Ministry to Berry's time living at a White Lion sanctuary in her home country of Sout...

During this episode, Justin speaks with Melissa Quiney about her involvement at Riverdell and the passion for community and women empowerment that she brings. They discuss various topics, including Reike, the afterlife and the healing potential held within us all. Melissa offers a variety of modalities at Riverdell Spiritual Centre and is a regular contributor to the Riverdell Wednesday evening ga...

During this episode, we meet Amy and Luke, who co-facilitate Riverdell's Wednesday Community Sessions. Amy and Luke are a young couple focused on Community building; during the conversation, we begin to understand why that is. We enjoyed this conversation so much that we plan on doing individual episodes soon to explore Luke and Amy's personal stories, talents and dreams more deeply. Still, for no...

During this episode we chat with Paula McMahon, former Marketing Coordinator here at Riverdell, and now the Community Engagement Coordinator. We discuss some of Paula's personal history, the hopes for the future of Riverdell and some of the challenges that living intentionally can bring to the surface. Paula is an entrepreneurial and heart-centred human with so much to share. We hope you enjoy thi...

Hi Everyone,   During this episode, Justin speaks with Nick and Maleesha from Wild-Self Yoga and our Events Manager Jasmine Hornby to discuss and answer questions about the 200 hr, Yoga Teacher Training immersive course scheduled to run from the 9th to the 30th of October, 2023, here at Riverdell Spiritual Centre.  We discuss what initially attracted and retained each guest to the path of Yoga and...

During this episode, I speak with Christalee Marrone, one of Riverdell's newest facilitators. We discuss various topics, including parenthood, breathwork and reincarnation, to name a few. We hope you enjoy getting to know Christalee and consider meeting her at one of her events at Riverdell sometime soon. With Loving-Kindness, Justin

Dr Andrew Horwood once again joins us on the Podcast, this time to discuss specific spiritual understandings that have assisted him to get the most out of his life, with a focus on 'practical spirituality'. Justin and Andrew discuss a range of topics including surrender, appreciation and decision-making. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode of Conversations and Meditations. With Loving-Kind...

During this episode, the first of 2023, I sit down with Jasmine Hornby, Riverdell's Event Manager. We share our excitement for the upcoming 'Goodness Me Festival' scheduled for the 18th and 19th of March, 2023. Jas tells us about the artists and facilitators making this weekend such a special event. For more information regarding the festival or to secure your ticket, go to www.goodnessmefestival....

In this episode, Justin speaks with Pam Andrews about her system for using feelings as a guiding light towards improved communication, honest self-expression, and introspection.  Pam is the founder of Feeling Connected, a Canberra-based business with an online offering of mentorship and support, assisting primarily men in uncovering their truth and speaking it confidently, creating opportunities f...

During this guided meditation, you are invited to experience the aspect of yourself that is the silent and compassionate witness to your life. Behind your body, your senses and feelings, and even the thoughts of your conscious mind, you will find the loving witness. Always perfect, always present, and always content.  Find a place you can be comfortable, set your phone to 'do not disturb' and sett...

During this episode of Conversations and Meditations, we meet Jess X Goh.  Based in NSW, Jess has helped thousands of clients overcome childhood trauma through her skilful application of over a dozen healing modalities including regenerative detoxification. Jess is the founder of Life in Confidence and can be found at www.lifeinconfidence.com As part of the conversation, Jess describes her use of...

During this episode, Dr Andrew Horwood connects with us over Zoom and shares some personal history and wisdom. Andrew is the standing Treasurer of EMSA, a practising GP and pain specialist, and a former resident of Riverdell Spiritual Centre. We discussed the social atmosphere of his youth when Marxist Philosophy became a popular response to the horrors of WW2. A time in which many intellectuals r...

Episode 6. of Conversations and Meditations takes on a different format than you may have come to expect. In this episode, Justin offers a meditation on the breath. The breath is a potent tool for meditation. And is ideal for beginner and experienced practitioners alike. Bringing one's focus to the breath can help alleviate stress and is readily available to us anytime.  This meditation lasts appr...

Cheyne Morris joins us for this conversation and shares some of the Riverdell Spiritual Centre's history and how she became a teacher and practitioner of the energy healing modality known as 'Attunement'. Cheyne has been connected to Riverdell for nearly forty years and is currently on the Board of Directors that govern Riverdell Spiritual Centre . Join me for this exciting conversation where we t...

This episode of Conversations and Meditations introduces a long-time supporter of Riverdell Spiritual Centre, Pame Price. Pame has been associated with Riverdell for over 20 years and continues to offer her knowledge and passion for meditation, self-development and conscious living. We discuss how Pame first came to Riverdell, what she is currently working on, as well as considering the topic of t...

During this episode of Conversations and Meditations, we meet Jasmine Hornby, Riverdell Spiritual Centre's Event Manager and resident Yoga teacher. Jas talks about how she came to incorporate Yoga into her daily living and the benefits that she has enjoyed as a result. We discuss some of the personal highlights experienced at Riverdell over the last four years, as well as some future aspirations....

This is the second episode of Conversations and Meditations featuring special guest, Nichole Hamilton. Nichole is a skilled and dedicated facilitator and community builder who offers a variety of events at Riverdell Spiritual Centre. During the conversation, we discover Nichole's passion for helping others to develop techniques for self-empowerment, with a specific focus on children and young adul...

Welcome to the first episode of Conversations and Meditations. In this episode we will meet Ruth French, a long-standing member of the Riverdell Spiritual Centre community, and the current focus of the Sunday Service at Riverdell. Ruth will tell us a bit about her life, what experiences shaped her beliefs and how she came to be at Riverdell. We hope that you enjoy this episode of Conversations and...