Shots of Serenity

How often have you assumed you knew what someone meant, only to realize later that your interpretation wasn't the full story? In this episode of Shots of Serenity, we're continuing our season exploring the power of language, life themes, and social concepts by diving into one of the biggest influences on our relationships and emotional wellbeing, perception. You've probably heard th...

What if mindfulness isn’t just something you practice for a few minutes each day, but a way you move through the world? In this reflective solo episode, Jasmine explores the deeper meaning of mindfulness and how it can become a foundation for self-trust, emotional regulation, and inner peace. Guided by thoughtful questions, we explore what happens when we live on autopilot, why mindfulness can fee...

What season are you currently in? This week, Jasmine guides us through a feast of meditation! Together, we explore and hold space for the individualized seasons that we are in. We create a space of awareness and presence, with a release of judgment. ✨ Stay Connected with Shots of Serenity ✨ Thank you so much for tuning in! If today’s episode resonated, please share it with someone you love and s...

In this deeply grounding and insightful episode, I’m joined by Cameron Burris, a licensed therapist, clinical herbalist, and community care advocate who specializes in nervous system support for high achievers, those who often feel the pressure to over-function, over-give, and constantly perform. Together, we explore the connection between burnout, chronic stress, and the nervous system, and how m...

Happy May! As spring settles in and life picks back up, this solo episode is your gentle reminder to slow down, pause, and take inventory, not just of what needs fixing, but of everything that’s already flourishing. In a world that constantly pushes us toward the next goal, the next problem, the next thing to improve, it’s easy to miss the blessings we’re already living. In this heartfelt episode,...

In this episode of Shots of Serenity , I’m joined by a mental health therapist and author whose work centers on helping millennial women heal holistically through therapy, community, and collective support, Mrs. Brittany Ellis. Together, we explore the powerful role that community and sisterhood play in the healing journey. Many women are taught to carry their struggles alone, but healing often de...

In this episode of Shots of Serenity , I share a personal story of how I first encountered the profound concept of non-attachment. I explore the Sanskrit word for non-attachment, and I walk you through some mindful practices I've adopted to release my grip from people, places, and ideologies. If you've ever felt weighed down by attachment, join me as we explore the freedom that comes fro...

In this special birthday episode of Shots of Serenity, I’m joined by someone close to me for a reflective conversation as we look back on another trip around the sun. Together, we explore the lessons this past year has offered, both the beautiful and the challenging, and the practices that have helped ground me through it all. Through thoughtful questions, I share reflections on personal growth, t...

In this guided meditation, we explore a gentle visualization practice for navigating grief, life transitions, and emotional processing. Grief does not only arise from loss, it can also surface through change, endings, identity shifts, and the evolving nature of relationships. This meditation invites you into a grounding imagery practice where you imagine your experiences taking the form of a shape...

In this guided meditation, we gently return to the present moment and practice witnessing the beauty that already exists around us. So often, life moves quickly, pulling our attention toward the past or pushing us into the future. But presence invites us back to what is here now. This meditation is an opportunity to slow down, soften your awareness, and reconnect with the quiet details that make l...

Grief is a deeply human experience that touches every part of our lives. In this episode of Shots of Serenity , we explore the nuanced process of grieving and the powerful distinction between acceptance and approval. Many people struggle with the idea that accepting a loss, change, or difficult reality means agreeing with it, but acceptance simply means acknowledging what is, so we can move forwar...

In this deeply reflective and grounding episode of Shots of Serenity , we explore the evolution of healing, wisdom, and self-trust across the seasons of life, specifically older adulthood. Together, we reflect on the inner shifts that shape us over time, from our 20s and 30s into more seasoned stages of life—and how our definitions of healing, community, boundaries, and forgiveness naturally evolv...

In this short solo episode of Shots of Serenity , we explore the power of anchors—intentional practices, habits, or rituals that help us return to ourselves throughout the day. When life feels fast, overwhelming, or emotionally charged, anchors act as gentle reminders that bring us back to presence, grounding, and clarity. In this episode, I break down what anchors are, why they matter for our men...

In this solo episode of Shots of Serenity , we explore the quiet but powerful influence our thoughts have on the way we experience life. What happens when we become overly attached to the thoughts that pass through our minds? And how can that attachment shape our emotions, behaviors, and overall well-being? In this conversation, I revisit the important relationship between thoughts, feelings, emot...

What does it mean to identify as a wanderer in a world that constantly asks you to define yourself by productivity, presence, and performance? In this intimate and expansive conversation, I sit down with Amanda Carter, who describes herself as a wanderer, not just in movement, but in consciousness, identity, and becoming. Together, we explore what it means to know yourself beyond what you do or sh...

In this episode of Shots of Serenity , we explore the concept of intellectualizing—what it is, why many of us do it, and how it can quietly disconnect us from our emotional world. If you’ve ever found yourself overthinking instead of feeling, analyzing instead of experiencing, or explaining your pain rather than embodying it, this conversation is for you. Together, we gently unpack the difference...

What does loving yourself actually mean, beyond bubble baths and affirmations? In this heartfelt episode of Shots of Serenity , we explore the deeper layers of self-relationship by unpacking the differences between self-love, self-care, confidence, and self-esteem, and why understanding each one can transform how you show up in your life, relationships, and healing journey. As we move through the...

In this solo episode of Shots of Serenity , we explore the deeper layers of change and why uninformed optimism can often lead us to fall off our New Year intentions around this time. I reflect on the stages of change, how early motivation can fade without grounding, and what it really takes to stay connected to our intentions as the year unfolds. I also share my personal relationship with choosing...

In this solo episode of Shots of Serenity , we explore the importance of honoring your energy flow as a daily, sacred practice rather than something to fix, override, or force. I share my personal relationship with energy regulation through the lens of my dosha, my astrological big three, my empathetic and intuitive nature, and living with anemia—and how these pieces inform the way I move through...

In this intimate solo episode of Shots of Serenity , I open the door to the heart of The Soft Landing, the offering, the intention, and the season of transition it’s being born from. This episode was created to gently clarify what The Soft Landing truly is, what it is not, and why naming that distinction matters in a world that often rushes healing, performance, and productivity. I speak candidly...

In this solo episode of Shots of Serenity , I take you outside with me, grounded in nature, to explore the sacred, nuanced relationship we have with time. Inspired by a question poll I shared on Instagram about lessons learned through time, this episode weaves together your collective reflections with my own lived experiences, insights, and gentle truths. We explore how time can feel like pressure...

In this solo episode of Shots of Serenity , I invite you into a living, breathing moment of self-exploration — recorded while on vacation, surrounded by nature, movement, and the honest sounds of life unfolding in real time. This episode intentionally welcomes the ambience as part of the experience. It’s an offering rooted in presence, reminding us that healing, reflection, and insight don’t requi...

As educators and families prepare for the holiday season, the transition can bring both joy and overwhelm. In this powerful and timely interview, we sit down with Erykah Tharpe, an inspiring school leader, former clinical mental health therapist, and the founder of THEJOURN.E, to talk about what it really looks like to support wellness during one of the busiest times of the school year. Erykah cur...

In this powerful co-hosted episode with Jessica Young, we step into a deeply personal season of surrender and unpack what surrendering truly means on an individual level. From releasing control to embracing uncertainty, we explore how surrender shows up differently for each of us and why it’s often one of the hardest yet most transformative parts of personal growth. Together, we openly discuss the...

The Season of Gratitude: Embodiment, Emotional Healing & Everyday Practices: In this episode, we dive deep into the season of gratitude and explore how this powerful emotional state can serve as both an anchor and a source of resilience, especially during heavy or challenging times. We discuss what gratitude means beyond simple appreciation, looking at it as an embodied experience that can shi...