Cassandra Eldridge Miers

ROOTED with Cassandra Eldridge Miers

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Formally known as The Calm Collective, ROOTED is a soul driven podcast created for humans everywhere seeking a vulnerable approach to life in its entirety. From soulful conversations around grief and relationships, heartfelt interviews with incredible humans, to real life updates taking place inside my own life - here, we don't believe in small talk. We go deep. We laugh, we cry, and we bare it all each week. This is where vulnerability and relatability collide. I'm so grateful you're here.

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Cassandra Eldridge Miers

Episodes

Ep. 28 - We Repeat What We Don't Repair: How To Avoid Putting a Bandaid On A Bullet Wound 07.03.2019 9:08

In this episode I'll cover:  • The realities of what it means to be human • Shining light on perspective • Repeating harmful patterns and how to break the cycle • Learning how to sit in the uncomfortable Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter 1:1 Mindfulness Advising Sessions reSURFACE Retreat

Ep. 27 - How To Help A Friend Who Has Lost a Parent 28.02.2019 20:42

In this episode I'll cover:  • Effective ways to support your friend/partner • Things to avoid saying • Different ways that you can show up (without being asked) • Holding space for what lies ahead Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter 1:1 Mindfulness Advising Sessions reSURFACE Retreat

Ep. 26 - The Important Difference Between Contentment vs. Complacency 25.02.2019 11:57

In this episode I'll cover:  • The difference between contentment vs. complacency • How you DO have enough time to live the life you want to live • How to move yourself out of neutral • How I find contentment (and clearing up some notions around the word) • The harmful habits that come from living a life of complacency Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog Th...

Ep. 25 - The Truth About Give and Take Within Our Personal Relationships 20.02.2019 8:19

In this episode I'll cover:  • Harmful patterns that I was repeating within my own relationships  • How I reprogrammed them • The art of love languages • How to get to the root of what your relationships require Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter 1:1 Mindfulness Advising Sessions reSURFACE Retreat

Ep. 23 - How To Free Yourself From Comparison Once and For All 15.02.2019 7:22

In this episode I'll cover:  • The reality of comparison  • What it's really trying to tell you • How to release judgements around what you truly want • Defining the real enemy Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter 1:1 Mindfulness Advising Sessions reSURFACE Retreat

Ep. 22 - What My Dad's Death Ultimately Taught Me About Living 13.02.2019 13:59

In this episode I'll cover:  • My experience with death  • The legacy of my dad • The trauma that came along with his passing • The lessons I took away from this loss • The difference between value vs. time • The importance of human connection Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter 1:1 Mindfulness Advising Sessions reSURF...

Ep. 21 - Intuition vs. Ego: How Learning The Difference Has Transformed My Life 11.02.2019 15:49

In this episode I'll cover:  • Intuition 101 • Ego 101 • How understanding the difference between the two transformed my life • Slipping into old patterns and how to overcome • An exercise that keeps me connected • What happened when I stopped forcing, and just started living Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter 1:1 Mindfuln...

Ep. 20 - The Truth About Pain, Sharing vs. Complaining, and Building Real Human Connection 08.02.2019 11:56

In this episode I'll cover:  • Some of the most painful moments in my life • The difference between sharing vs complaining • Building human connection with ease • Releasing ourselves from our deepest inner struggles Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter 1:1 Mindfulness Advising Sessions reSURFACE Retreat

Ep. 19 - Self Love and Self Worth: You Can't Have One Without The Other 06.02.2019 5:20

In this episode I'll cover:  • Small, attainable acts of self love • The truth about what self love REALLY is • Mirroring self love with your self worth • Recognizing red flags • Honoring your boundaries, morals and values • How upping your vibration with self love can transform your life Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter...

Ep. 18 - What I Want To Tell You This Valentine's Day 01.02.2019 6:04

In this episode I'll cover:  • How I'm feeling about this "holiday" • Authentic blogging • Freeing forced feelings • Being whole and that being enough • Loneliness both in and out of relationships Support this podcast with a small donation. Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter 1:1 Mindfulness Advising Sessions reSURFACE Retr...

Ep. 17 - The Importance Behind a Healthy Work Life Balance and How To Create The Life That You Want 29.01.2019 12:18

In this episode I'll cover:  • Society "should-ing" and why it needs to stop • Owning your truth behind every choice you make • Effective, simple ways to create a healthy work/life balance that works for you • Simple shifts that can elevate your life Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter 1:1 Mindfulness Advising Sessions reSU...

Ep. 16 - Learning To Let Go Of What Isn't Meant For You 16.01.2019 10:20

In this episode I'll cover: • How to own your truth once and for all • The pain behind letting go • How to ease into the release • The guilt behind sentimental objects • The magic that unfolds when you let go of things not meant for you • The energy behind holding on Follow Along: The Calm Collective on Instagram The Calm Collective Blog The Monday Mindfulness Newsletter 1:1 Mindfulness Advisin...

Ep. 15 - The Pressure of a New Year and My January Intentions 16.01.2019 21:30

In this episode I'll cover: • The unexpected start to my new year • My thoughts on sitting still • Letting go of all of the "shoulds" • My January intentions

Ep. 14 - The Launch of Season II and The Gift of Hitting Rock Bottom 16.01.2019 23:50

In this episode I'll cover: • The re-launch of Season II • Why I pulled back from the initial launch • Authenticity and how you know when you're in alignment • The honest truth about rock bottom • Connecting with your insides • What happens after rock bottom hits

Ep. 13 - Slow Fashion, Finding Your Style and Learning to Live as Your Truest Self with Laïla Bédard 23.07.2018 53:41

This beautifully versed episode by Laïla Bédard-Potvin of Harly Jae - an ethical clothing company. We cover everything from slow fashion, how to be more mindful with our style choices, learning to live as our most authentic selves, and enjoying the journey - even when it's messy. FIND LAÏLA: Finding Your Style https://bit.ly/2zWDnYA Shop https://harlyjae.com IG https://bit.ly/2O5WdPM Miracle Morni...

Ep. 12 - Learning to Live in Flow and Rid Yourself of Anxiety 19.07.2018 19:35

In this solo episode, I dive deep into the ins & outs of living a life with anxiety & how you, just like me, can rid yourself of it by applying simple tips to your every day life. We are meant to live our lives in flow, not gripped by anxiety & discomfort. By listening to this episode & taking the tools that land well for you, those changes can start to take place today. I hope that they help you...

Ep. 11 - Victoria Cohen on Self Shaming, Mindful Eating and Building an Authentic Brand 17.07.2018 48:46

In this episode with lifestyle blogger and former podcaster, Victoria Cohen of Almonds and Asana, we chat all things mindful eating, learning how to untruth self shaming, working through isolation as a small business owner and more. Victoria is someone I admire so much, so be sure to listen to today's post. FIND VICTORIA • Blog - https://bit.ly/2LadkBJ IG - https://bit.ly/2uEIhnc FIND TCC • Blog...

Ep. 10 - Medium Rebecca Rosen on Channeling Your Higher Self, Debunking Myths and Connecting with My 25.06.2018 55:37

In this episode with famous medium and author, Rebecca Rosen, who's been seen on Oprah, Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz, we get an intimate look into what mediumship is, what it isn't, and how we can all benefit from tuning in to our higher selves. Rebecca sheds light on what a reading looks like, and falls organically into a connection with my dad from the other side. This episode is incredibly impactful for...

Ep. 9 - Growing Up In Foster Care and Creating An Intentional Life with Coach Jen Wille 15.06.2018 1:08:38

In this episode I chat with my own personal life coach, Jen Wille, all about her journey growing up in foster care, cultivating happiness, and leaning into her life's passion to help others and live a life filled with intention. Find Jen elsewhere: Instagram: https://bit.ly/2ymBROG Blog: https://bit.ly/2t8QjEP Podcast: https://apple.co/2yn8X0L Follow The Calm Collective: Instagram: https://bit.ly...

Ep. 7 - Mindful Skincare and Living Your Life's Purpose with Kate Hauf of Damn Good Face Wash 18.05.2018 1:07:21

Kate Hauf of Damn Good Face Wash joins me to chat all about running a successful Etsy shop & the inspiration behind DGFW. We take an unexpected (beautiful) detour to talk about living out your purpose & how to thrive in your authenticity. An inspiring conversation that you won't want to miss. DGFW: http://bit.ly/2wSG4ZG Take 20% off your DGFW order using CALM20! Expires 5/20 at 11:59EST Mama Bear...

Ep. 6 - How I Saw My Dad After He Died 24.04.2018 16:25

In this episode, I get extremely personal & candid with a life altering experience that I had months after my father passed away. Through meditation came a ping to share my story in hopes that it may help those of you who may be exploring different avenues of healing, or longing to connect with someone who's no longer Earth-side. Visit the blog: https://bit.ly/2rZzefp Connect on Instagram: https:/...

Ep. 5 - The Myth Behind Choosing Happiness 20.03.2018 11:29

In this episode we debunk the idea that we can simply DECIDE to be happy. On another podcast I heard Scott Stabile say: "you must choose the the action that leads to the emotion." Right then, a lightbulb went off. Tune in to hear my own personal struggles with this topic and how I've made the changes to approach my days differently. Visit the blog: https://bit.ly/2rZzefp Connect on Instagram: htt...

Ep. 4 - The True Reality of Navigating Loss with Nicole Pascavis 08.03.2018 46:24

In this episode, Nicole and I dive deep into the true reality of navigating loss as young adults - the confusion, the grieving process as we know it, our desires to heal ourselves from within, how we did it (and are still doing it), and everything in between. We also cover Nicole's drastic lifestyle change through her life's work as she so graciously shares her personal journey towards leaving cor...

Ep. 3 - You're Allowed To Have Bad Days 26.02.2018 8:35

The reality of bad days. We all have them & its about time we talked about the fact that it's OKAY to ebb & flow through life. This episode is a brief sit down between you and me, getting real about a recent crappy day that I had, how I let it take power over me, how I decided to take that power back before the day was over, and just learning to sit with the reality that bad days will come again....

Ep. 2 - My Friend Erin Welsh Hosts a Q+A With Yours Truly 21.02.2018 28:08

Today I thought I would do something a little bit different and have one of my dear friends interview me. Why? I want to ensure that before we go down this path together, that you know the soul behind this podcast. The one who's waking up each day so motivated & inspired to share my story (the good and the bad), and to hopefully impact even just one of you to feel the power to do the same...