Lilly Macfarlane

Expanding Inward

Health EN ↓ 241 episodes

For centuries, rituals have offered a sense of structure, meaning, and clarity in daily life. The Morning Ritual is a podcast devoted to exploring the power of daily practices. Here, we believe that transformation doesn’t happen in a single moment, but in the quiet, consistent choices we make every day. By showing up for ourselves through ritual, we learn how to show up more fully for our relationships, our work, our communities — and the world. Each week, host Lilly Balch sits down with teachers, artists, healers, and entrepreneurs to explore how their daily rituals help them stay grounded, c...

Author

Lilly Macfarlane

Category

Health

Podcast website

redcircle.com

Latest episode

Jul 1, 2026

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Episodes

Breath Centered Awareness 20.04.2020

Focus the mind and calm the body with this simple breath awareness meditation.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Unwind into the Moment 17.04.2020

Take a few minutes out of your day to unwind, de-stress, and come back to the present moment. This meditation can be done at any time, anywhere...just watch as the stress and tension melt away.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Leaning into Fear 16.04.2020

We are taught to move away from fear when in reality, we must lean into our fears in order to release them. Just as a loved one or trusted friend may express their fears to us, we must step back, listen to and hold compassion for our own.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Gift of Presence 15.04.2020

Give yourself the gift of attention through deep listening. In today's meditation, we listen to the breath, body, and mind. Enjoy these five minutes of presence.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Stress Relief 14.04.2020

Meditation and mindfulness are one of the most effective ways to combat stress and bring us back to the present moment. Numerous studies have shown how mediation can actually reprogram the brain's capacity to manage stress. Let us chose not to fall victim to life’s stressors and instead, savor the pleasures of life as they occur.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Creating Balance 13.04.2020

Today’s episode is centered around balance. Explore how we create balance within and maintain it with a sense of present awareness. I hope you enjoy! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Cultivate Happiness 12.04.2020

Far too often we focus on the negatives in life, and although our brains are wired that way to protect us, we can reprogram that pattern and generate more positivity through our meditation practice. Tune into this 5 minute guided meditation to promote greater feelings of positivity and joy!   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Gratitude Meditation 11.04.2020

Cultivate gratitude in this short, sweet, 5-minute meditation. Explore how this practice can instantly elevate mood, bring perspective and promote positivity. I hope you enjoy!   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Finding Inner Stillness 10.04.2020

In today’s episode, we explore overcoming the chatter of the mind through stillness. Soak up its calming effect and set the tone for your day. I hope you enjoy! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Breath Awareness Meditation 09.04.2020

For both beginners and longtime meditators alike, the foundation of any meditation practice is watching the breath. Explore this simple and effective technique to heighten awareness, decrease stress and open up to the present moment. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Meditation for Mental Clarity 08.04.2020

Rid yourself of brain fog and increase levels of clarity with this short, digestible, guided meditation. Consciously relaxing through meditation can help release excess chatter and declutter the mind.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Cultivating Compassion 04.04.2020

Cultivate compassion and increase positivity levels with the Loving Kindness Meditation. *Fun fact: The Loving Kindness Meditation increases gray matter in the brain which relates to emotion regulation and stress response.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Centering Breath 03.04.2020

Ground and center with the 'box breathing' technique. Not only is this meditation designed to release stress it may also increase productivity and concentration. Give it a whirl and enjoy!  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Navigating Change 02.04.2020

The only constant in life is change. Explore how mindfulness can help us navigate the shifts in our lives.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Balance through meditation 01.04.2020

Life is all about the balance, let it start with your breath. Experience how equal-part breathing cultivates a sense of calm and balance.  *For you daily listeners, keep it up! Consistency is key when it comes to meditation.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Three Part Breath 31.03.2020

Steady the breath to steady the mind. Three-part breathing allows you to take luxurious, full inhales and complete exhales. This breathing technique not only balances and calms but also increases oxygen levels in the body! I hope you enjoy.  Enjoying TMR? Rate, review, enjoy and as always feel free to reach out on Instagram @lillybalch. Discover more at  www.lillybalch.com   **TMR is ponsored by B...

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