The Luminous Pausemeditation, poetry, some yoga and other short stories

The Laughing Heart 11.06.2024 1:54 ↓

In this episode, I read The Laughing Heart by Charles Bukowski.

The earth is my mother. My village is my mother. 11.05.2024 2:12 ↓

In this episode, I share one of my writings. It is timely with that hallmark holiday of Mother’s Day approaching.

louann & potato chips 24.04.2024 8:21 ↓

In this episode, I talk about my relationship with food and share a poem I wrote.

Lovingkindness Meditation 21.04.2024 9:32 ↓

In this episode, we practice a Lovingkindness meditation, a Buddhist practice also known as METTA.

Energy Balancing Meditation 19.04.2024 13:04 ↓

In this episode, I guide you through a color chakra meditation.

Morning Yoga Stretch Practice 10.04.2024 9:09 ↓

In this episode, we explore gentle floor stretches.

The Cure For it All by Julia Fehrenbacher 07.04.2024 1:49 ↓

In this episode, I read the poem “The Cure For It All” by Julia Fehrenbacher. Please visit juliafehrenbacher.com for more info on this amazing writer.

For What Are We Saving? 31.03.2024 6:11 ↓

In this episode, I read from Mark Nepo’s “The Book of Awakening- having the life you want by being present to the life you have”. Pages 76 & 77.

Ocean Breathing - Ujjayi 28.03.2024 4:49 ↓

In this episode, we practice ocean breathing together.

Boundaries 24.03.2024 7:11 ↓

In this episode, I share a little about boundaries I've set on my path of self discovery and authenticity.

The Radiance Sutras Meditation 23.03.2024 9:17 ↓

In this meditation, I read Yukti Verse 63 from The Radiance Sutras.

Child’s Pose 20.03.2024 6:28 ↓

In this episode, we explore child’s pose. Surrender & stretch your spine & hips.

Tigers above, tigers below 17.03.2024 2:15 ↓

In this episode, I read an ancient zen story from The Pocket Pema Chodron.

Me. As a Teenager. 13.03.2024 6:24 ↓

In this episode, I talk about my difficult teenage years and how the universe, spirit & my guardian angels were ever present.

Legs Up the Wall 10.03.2024 10:41 ↓

In this episode, we explore legs up the wall. Blood returns to the organs in the belly & the heart in this supported inversion. Energetically this shape teaches us to surrender.

Containing The Paradox 07.03.2024 3:42 ↓

In this episode, I read from Pema Chodron’s “Comfortable With Uncertainty”. Page 108.

My Spiritual Explorations 03.03.2024 8:20 ↓

In this episode, I talk about some of my spiritual explorations. Spoken word style.

Rumi & The Guesthouse 29.02.2024 3:08 ↓

In this episode, I read a translation of “The Guesthouse” by Rumi. Translation by Coleman Barks.

Reclining Goddess 27.02.2024 9:20 ↓

In this episode, we explore reclining goddess pose. This is a great practice to do anytime of the day. It’s an opportunity to connect with yourself, rest and recharge.

Hafiz & Tired of Speaking Sweetly 26.02.2024 2:42 ↓

In this episode, I read a poem by Persian lyric poet Hafiz. Tired of Speaking Sweetly is a translation by Daniel Ladinsky.

Yoga and Depression 24.02.2024 5:47 ↓

In this episode, I share a little about my personal journey with depression and how yogic practices save me.

The Sun by Mary Oliver 23.02.2024 1:28 ↓

In this episode, I read “The Sun” by Mary Oliver.

Midnight Tree Pose 22.02.2024 11:04 ↓

In this session, we explore the many variations of tree pose. Tree reminds us to stay rooted but remain light & open.

The Radiance Sutras Meditation 07.02.2024 6:24 ↓

In this episode, I read Yukti Verse 24 from The Radiance Sutras by Dr. Lorin Roche.

The Most Important Thing by Julia Fehrenbacher 03.02.2024 1:43 ↓

In this episode, I read the poem “The Most Important Thing” by Julia Fehrenbacher.