Daily Whispers: Recent Episodes
Cara Bradley
In this episode, Cara opens up about her recent health challenge and her decision to give up gluten for 12 weeks. She reflects on how initially daunting changes can become opportunities for growth and invites listeners to explore their own hard things—whether in health, relationships, or personal development—and offers practical wisdom on tackling them step by step. Tune in for a powerful reminder that even the toughest challenges can lead to a more empowered and fulfilling life.
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In this episode, we explore the power of simple yet transformative habits. Inspired by a client’s bold realization—”If I slept more and drank more water, it would probably change my life”—we dive into the six essential pillars of well-being: sleep, hydration, movement, real food, stress management, and connection. These are not complicated solutions, but simple truths we often overlook.
What simple shift could change your life? Tune in to reflect on which pillar might be the key to your transformation.
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How you show up in mind and body every moment is crucial, and paying attention isn’t just a small detail—it’s essential. In this episode, Cara dives deep into the mind-body connection, explaining how our physical sensations and thoughts shape our reality. Whether you’re noticing your body’s signals or your mental chatter, being mindful of your state matters. Cara highlights why mindfulness is more than a nice-to-have; it’s a daily practice that can transform your life. Tune in to learn simple, practical ways to incorporate mindfulness into your routine and make a meaningful impact on how you feel and show up every day.
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Wellbeing is defined as a state of being comfortable, healthy, and happy. In this episode, Cara Bradley discusses how our brains are wired with a negativity bias for survival, often causing us to focus on what’s wrong rather than what’s right. She encourages listeners to pay attention to the moments when they feel well and to remember these instances. By doing so, we can strengthen our awareness and recognition of well-being in our lives.
She asks, “What does well-being feel like in your body, mind, and life?” and highlights the importance of noticing wellbeing as key to strengthening mind-body communication and building a positive mindset.
Discover how to tune into your body’s natural signals and prioritize your wellbeing amidst the daily noise and busyness. In this episode, Cara Bradley shares straightforward reminders to check in with your body and mind, guiding you to build the muscle to recognize and respond to your needs. Join her for practical tips on achieving a state of calm, clarity, and balance by truly listening to your body’s messages.
Listening to Your Body: Mastering Mind-Body Communication. In this episode of “Daily Whispers,” Cara Bradley kicks off a new series about the mind-body connection. She talks about how important it is to tune into the updates our bodies constantly send to our brains. Did you know that 70-80% of this info comes from the body? Cara shares her passion for understanding these signals and offers some easy steps to start paying attention, like asking yourself simple questions about how you feel physically. By doing this, we can become more aware and better handle our fast-paced lives.
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Guided Practice Alert! Immerse yourself in the transformative world of mindful movement as we synchronize mind and body through breath and gentle spinal bends. This practice integrates awareness into movement for heightened calm, clarity, and alertness. I’ll guide you through spinal alignment with breath and seated observation, promoting body awareness and mental resilience. Learn how to harmonize your mind and body and embrace the profound benefits of mindful movement. Enjoy!
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Dismantling the Myth of Perfection, One Imperfect Step at a Time–I’m diving into the idea of perfection and why it’s time to let it go. Join me on this journey as I share my experiences and thoughts on the pressure to be flawless. Let’s break free from the shackles of perfectionism, support one another, and embrace our raw, wild selves.
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How a Single Decision Can Ignite Transformation. In this “Whisper”, I invite you to embrace the power of choice. Sharing my journey of deciding to go silver, I explore the liberating impact of small decisions on larger life changes. Through this intimate reflection, I encourage you, my sister, to recognize your freedom to decide. Join me in breaking free from what holds you back, making choices, big or small, and embracing the transformative ripples that can start with a single decision. Tune in, decide, and let’s embark on this journey together.
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Ending the cycle of repeated thoughts. I’m reflecting on the repetitive thoughts and self-talk patterns we all go through, asking myself, “What am I tired of talking about?” It’s a question that encourages self-awareness and introspection. I encourage you to jot down one or two things you’re tired of talking about, as it’s the first step toward recognizing and altering those repetitive thought patterns. Tune into this episode for more.
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Upgrading Friendships in Midlife. Today I share a personal story from the Maine Women’s Conference. Last week, while having lunch, I mentioned that I work as a menopause performance coach, and the woman sitting next to me exclaimed, “Oh my gosh, you’re my new best friend!” This reaction got me thinking about the importance of finding new friends and a supportive tribe as we navigate midlife transformations, especially during menopause. It’s not about abandoning old friendships but seeking out those who can relate to our current journey and growth. I’ve personally experienced this need, and I’ve formed a small group of new besties who understand and support me in this phase of life. If you’re looking to build a new circle of like-minded women, reach out to me at hello@carabradley.net. Let’s create this empowering community together.
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This may be my most important episode – ever! Dear sisters, it’s our moment to awaken from societal conditioning and distractions. We hold innate power and compassion, and we must reclaim our loving energy. I’m not pitting women against men, but I feel a calling to speak to you, my sisters aged 40 plus. We often get lost in self-improvement and societal pressures, forgetting our extraordinary power. I’m here to inspire you to radiate love and be the change we seek. By connecting with our inner selves, we can transform the world’s energy from hate to love, now more than ever.
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Inspired insights for nurturing your inner wisdom — Today I dive into the vital importance of allowing energy to flow freely within us. When it gets blocked, it leads to feelings of being stuck, stagnant, and without purpose. We often find ourselves stressed in such situations. You don’t need all the answers, just the willingness to let that energy move through you. It can happen during dreams, quiet mornings, even while chopping carrots or doing everyday tasks. There’s no set schedule for insights, wisdom, sparks, and guidance to manifest – they just do.
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Becoming Bolder, Braver, and More Truthful, One Step at a TimeToday we dive into the power of pushing boundaries and embracing the unknown. I recount my recent exhilarating bootcamp class experience, where a seemingly simple challenge – pushing a weighted plate – left me breathless but led to a profound epiphany. We explore approaches to stepping beyond comfort zones, from physical challenges to emotional growth. I invite you to join me in embracing the concept of pushing the plate, taking that extra 1% step, and witnessing how it can illuminate your life. Ready to embark on this transformative journey with me?
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Join me for this reminder of your inner strength. Whether in meditation or mindful motion, let this be a sacred pause, not another task. Amidst life’s clamor, rediscover your serene strength, your inherent brilliance. Embrace your true essence, your boundless creativity. She, the extraordinary you, awaits. Take this breath, this step, this moment to transcend chaos and duties, and bask in your magnificence. In stillness or amidst nature’s embrace, reconnect with your core. Open your eyes, carrying your essence forward. Wear that knowing smile, step into your day, and never forget who you are. Thank you for joining me on this transformative journey.
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Embracing Strength, Softness, and Timeless Wisdom. I’ve discovered profound wisdom in two simple objects on my table. A piece of beach glass symbolizes our strength and durability through life’s challenges. A smooth piece of wood from Ruby Beach represents our softness and adaptability. Just like these items, we, as midlife women, are becoming resilient and wise. Join me in recognizing the gems within ourselves as we navigate life’s transitions. Thank you for tuning in to this inspiring journey of self-discovery.
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Discover the Hidden Strengths of Your Female Brain in Midlife and Beyond. Today, I am bursting with excitement as I dive into the fascinating world of Dr. Luanne Brizendine’s book, “The Upgrade.” The burning question on my mind: can the female brain truly get stronger and better as we age? According to Dr. Brizendine, the answer is Hell Yes!
I’ll share practical strategies for making small, incremental changes to improve both our physiology and psychology, helping us navigate the sometimes rough seas of menopause. It’s time to flip the script, see menopause as an upgrade, and fully embrace the power that comes with being a woman in her forties, fifties and older. Don’t miss out on this episode that, I hope, will leave you inspired to step up and soar in this next chapter of life.
The Upgrade: How the Female Brain Gets Stronger and Better in Midlife and Beyond Kindle Edition by Luann Brizendine, M.D.
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I share a conversation I had with a friend about the concept of “20 is plenty” for daily exercise. We explore how dedicating just 20 minutes a day to moderate movement, including activities like walking, cleaning, gardening, or playing, can have profound benefits. Scientifically, it helps reduce stress hormone cortisol, improves sleep quality, boosts mood-enhancing neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, and even supports brain health. I emphasize the significance of resistance training for muscle preservation and encourage starting with the 20-minute daily routine. It’s a simple but impactful way to prioritize health and well-being.
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Have you ever felt like your hair is on fire? I have, and it’s a relief to know I’m not alone. Menopause can hit hard, affecting our minds, bodies, and relationships. But it’s not our fault, and it’s not a myth. In this podcast, we explore the physical and emotional changes that come with menopause and how to embrace this transformation. It’s time to challenge the stereotypes, empower ourselves, and share our journeys with other women. Join me in discovering the power and purpose behind the “hair on fire” moments of menopause.
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Transforming Symptoms into Strength and Confidence. In this deeply personal episode, I invite you on a journey with me. We’ll explore a question that has been echoing in my mind and should resonate with every woman:
What if menopause, this profound transition in our lives, could be an opportunity to harness our power like never before?
As I share my own experiences, struggles, and revelations, we’ll dive into the often-overlooked aspects of this life stage. Menopause may bring its challenges, from weight gain to brain fog and more, but it also heralds a shift in our bodies and a potential awakening of our true potential.
I firmly believe that as women, we tend to go quiet during this phase, feeling muted and invisible due to the physiological changes. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
I’ve experienced firsthand the transformation that can occur when we turn our struggles into strength, regain our confidence, and tap into our creativity and purpose.
My mission is simple: to empower you to embark on your unique journey of self-discovery and self-empowerment.
There’s no magic formula, no quick fix—just one step at a time. I am here to motivate, activate, and guide you as you awaken from the lethargy of menopause, using your voice and energy to inspire and empower other women.
As we rise together, we will take small steps toward a brighter future—one filled with energy, momentum, and unwavering confidence.
And, I’ve no doubt we’ll awaken our collective voice and change the world.
Join me on this incredible journey because, “when sleeping women wake, mountains move,” and I believe you can be one of those women. Whether you’re fully asleep or just a little drowsy, together, we’ll redefine the power of menopause and reshape the future—one step at a time.
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I’m fired up and ready to dive deep into the under-informed, under-researched world of women’s health. I’m here to share my passion and determination for a crucial cause that has been under-addressed for far too long: the menopause journey.
In this heartfelt episode, I share my frustration and anger about the lack of information and support for women going through perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause. I share my personal experience and emotions, highlighting the physical and emotional challenges many women face but often don’t fully understand.
From brain fog to mood swings, weight gain to feeling invisible, this episode sheds light on the myriad symptoms women endure without adequate knowledge about their bodies’ transformations.
Join me in this passionate rant as we demand answers, support, research, and solutions for the millions of women feeling isolated in their journey.
We are at a tipping point in women’s health, and together, we will empower ourselves with knowledge and create the change we deserve. Listen in for valuable insights and a heartfelt call to action.
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In this episode, I open up about a period in my life when I found myself in a trance, losing trust in my body and mind, and feeling stuck in outdated beliefs. It’s a story of rediscovery, resilience, and the power of taking small steps.
Over the past four to five years, I’ve transitioned from feeling disempowered to empowered, and it wasn’t an overnight change. It happened gradually, one choice at a time. I began by focusing on simple actions like eating clean, moving my body, and improving my sleep. These choices built on each other, creating strength, resilience, and momentum.
I had to remind myself constantly that my body is intelligent, even during the challenging moments. As I worked through brain fog and hormonal changes, I slowly began to wake up and remember who I truly was beneath the symptoms and discomfort.
This episode is a reminder that change takes patience, self-love, and kindness. If I can do it, you can too. Join me as I share the journey of reclaiming my power and embracing the genius within my body, in the hope that it will inspire and warm your heart as well. Remember, one step at a time, my friend – yes, you can.
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In this episode, I’m fired up to share a profound message I received from my friend and women’s health coach, Annie Gaudreault. She dropped this nugget:
“Don’t make settling your default state!”
Annie describes settling as a soul-sucking behavior, when we feel merely “okay” but not great.
It got me thinking. As women, we often fall into the trap of settling for “okay” when, instead, with a little nudge we can aim for great. We have permission to want more – to feel strong, confident, adventurous, and bold.
I want you to know that I’m right there with you on this journey, and I don’t have it all figured out either. Let’s agree to not settle for “okay” when we can feel authentically and uniquely exceptional!
Yes, menopause may bring changes, but it’s not an excuse to settle. We can flip the switch by upgrading our mindset around what is possible.
Don’t let settling be your default state!
If you need support, I’m here to spark, encourage and kick you gently, but lovingly, towards your best self. Let’s embrace the “can do” mindset that keeps us motivated to do what’s necessary to never, ever settle.
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Join Cara as she unveils the profound impact of keeping promises to oneself. Cara shares her personal journey of making small, incremental changes in her life, from her diet to daily routines, leading to increased energy, confidence, and well-being.
Inspired by a question from Stephen Kotler’s new book, “Gnar Country,” Cara delves into the concept of building the “promise muscle” by starting small and gradually pushing boundaries.
Listeners are encouraged to identify their own promises, no matter how minor, as Cara emphasizes the transformative power of these incremental changes. Tune in and embark on your own journey, one promise at a time.
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Welcome to today’s episode, “Feelin’ Good to Kickin’ Ass.” I’ll take you on my wild ride through menopause and explore the often-overlooked shift from feeling good to feeling great.
Join me as I candidly discuss symptoms and solutions and what it means to shift from feeling good to being your absolute best self.
Whether you’re just wanting to feel good or feel ready to leap into “amazing”, we’ll navigate non-negotiable lifestyle changes, positive mindsets, and the pursuit of flow together.
It’s time to kick ass and embrace this next phase of life with energy, passion, and purpose. Tune in—you won’t want to miss it!
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Go ahead and win your day! Discover how the transformative act of setting morning intentions can power up your day with purpose and positivity.
Discover how to rebuild your self-belief, uncover the right tools, and embrace your menopause journey with confidence.
Ready to break free from the same old routine? We're tackling that 'insanity' concept and how it applies to shaking up menopause symptoms.
It's time we tackle menopause like we chat about pregnancy! let's have those menopause chats with our mom, sisters, besties, and work buddies.
We've all noticed the subtle whispers and awkward silence around this natural transition in a woman's life. Well, it's time to change that!
When sleeping women wake, mountains move. When I first read this Chinese proverb it shook me to my bones.
If you are a women forty years or older there’s a good chance (60-70%) that you’re experiencing some degree of menopause brain fog.
You are the center of your universe. You are the hub of everything. And with that you get to assemble your support team.
Admitting what is dragging us down can be downright scary. To see it written on paper can be alarming. Learn more.
Angels will whisper until they get so frustrated with you that they knock you over the head! This just happened to me. I have to share.
Motivated by my unwavering belief in the extraordinary potential of women aged 40+, I chose to embark on a journey as a menopause coach.
There are no limits to your potential. There is no ceiling. The cage is not locked. What are you ready to do? Who are you called to be?
It's time to start the conversation with our fellow sisters. Step one is to get clear on how you are feeling. Really clear. Then, go ask your friends.
When do you pause the doing to allow yourself to receive? We rush by opportunities to hear direction and feel into guidance.
Don't blame your body. Instead, try embracing its wisdom. Learn how to make friends with your body and move forward from there.
What if menopause and all that comes with it is not something bad being done to us but rather an extraordinary opportunity for transformation?
Morning Messages – pithy sayings that motivate and activate me into action. I love finding them, making them up and best of all sharing them with you!
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Moᐧxie (noun) – describes someone with a fighting spirit—who doesn’t let minor setbacks stop them from trying again—a determined person who doesn’t give up easily. On a scale of 1-10, what’s your moxie score? Let’s discuss!
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Potential is your latent capacities waiting to be awakened. So many of us get so caught up in our struggles and suffering (especially during the menopause continuum) that we forget to nourish our ideas and passions. Is that you? If so, you can flip the switch.
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Is your menopause mindset Fixed or Open? In other words, do you believe that menopause is a sort of death sentence or an opportunity for personal transformation. Let’s find out!
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Don’t give up on your dream, your passion. Keep digging and uncovering your purpose and what makes your heart sing. You are worth the effort, time and energy.
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If you’re lucky, you may spend 40% of your life in your post menopause years. That’s a lot of years to either feel great or meh. Today, I’m encouraging you to put yourself at the top of your to-do list. Prioritize your health. Advocate for yourself. Educate!
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Misconnects between your body-brain and mind happen all of the time. We forget stuff, get distracted and lose our train of thought. Research shows that during the peri/menopause cycle, these misconnects may be amplified… to the point of feeling like you are “losing your mind”. Is that you?
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The definition of a trance is a half-conscious state. Are you in one? These days it’s easy to fall into a trance scrolling social media or the news. I encourage you to sound the alarm and wake up out of your trance now!
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Beneath the suffering you may be feeling in your body, heart and mind awaits your supreme intelligence. And it’s working for you! When we can remember the genius at work in our bodies during this great time of transition, we can let go and harness the changes instead of struggle against them.
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A mindset is a set of attitudes or beliefs that run like patterns in your mind—sometimes consciously, and oftentimes unconsciously. Fixed or open? Discover the mindsets I’ve identified in myself and other women that are strolling or suffering through the menopause cycle.
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What would it take for you to be her—to be that woman you imagine and know yourself to be? Who is she, who is that woman beneath the layers? Let’s find out.
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Menopause is an opportunity to step up, not down in life. I’m learning just how important it is to maintain that positive mindset in our 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. What helps is trusting that knowledge gives us power and awareness is essential. With these skills, we can take charge of this huge transitionary time. Today, I share a simple daily practice to get to know the ever-shifting changes in our body and mind.
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When I was teaching yoga regularly at my studio Verge Yoga, I had a saying I would often repeat over and over throughout the class—Yes, you can. It’s an amazing mantra to have in your pocket, especially when the inner critic takes over. Yes you can. Use it when the brain fog sets in or your confidence is in the tank. Yes you can. Use it as a reminder, like a whisper from your own soul. Yes you can.
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I heard again and again how many of us—women in our 40s, 50s, and 60s—feel alone in our struggles with menopause and more. And I want to shout from the rooftops. You are not alone! Let’s find each other.
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Consider this powerful sentence by poet David Whyte. Anything or anyone who doesn’t make you come alive is too small for you.
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I’m freaking excited to shine. I excited for you to shine too! I cannot wait to share where I’m headed next and who I am inspired to walk alongside of. It may be you. It may not! That’s okay. Tune in for more.
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It’s easy to accept not feeling great. But don’t do it! Even though I spent years feeling out of my body (and out of my groove), I was determined. Don’t give up, my friend, you have more in you to share. And the world needs you now more than ever. Let’s do this. Let’s get our MOJO back!
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I felt like I tried everything but nothing moved the needle for me. I still felt puffy, foggy and, honestly, old. I lost trust in my body, a body that served me well for 50 years. Then I dialed into three areas of my health and wellbeing. And things started to shift. I started to feel like myself again.
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You’ve heard me say this before… gut health impacts your mental health. In this episode, I share the nuts and bolts of why the gut matters and all the different ways your gut ecology can be thrown off balance. Buckle up and get ready for a firehose education.
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Don’t make the mistake of only trying to “fix” your mind from your mind. You are not a brain on a stick! Check in with your body first. There’s an intelligent body doing its best to create balanced systems. When your body is synchronized and balanced, your mind will feel a whole lot better.
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There is a secret to mental wellness that most people aren’t talking about out there. And I cannot wait to share it with you. Welcome to a new mini-series on the importance of the body-mind in improving our mental health and building mental fitness.
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We have Busy Minds… it’s part of being human in today’s world. But we don’t have to live there. By getting to know what is running through our mind, we can begin to choose when and what to think about. Tune in for more on how to do this.
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Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, ‘Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?’ Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
― Marianne Williamson, A Return to Love
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Explosive growth periods. Are you in one? I definitely have been. And during this time, I have received one very powerful message. Step back and listen.
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Are you open to receiving? I recently learned that I’m not. I am so addicted to doing and driving action that I’ve been unavailable to receive. Perhaps the same goes for you.
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Touching the experience of being fully alive. We tap it multiple times per day. Most of the time, however, we are moving too fast to notice.
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If I can show you where I’ve been—whispered words from my meditation teacher, Scott McBride, that transformed me on the spot. Find out why.
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Agitation, frustration and uneasiness. I often find myself in these moods. Recently, instead of thinking there is something wrong with me when I’m agitated, frustrated or uneasy, I’ve started to see it in a positive way.
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Find your feet—literally! Bring your attention to your feet—the lowest part of your body. You will feel more steady and centered. You will be more present and available. Go ahead and give it a try. Find your feet!
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Do you have a sinking feeling that you have more life in you than you are currently living? I definitely have. It’s not a comfortable question to ask and it’s definitely not something that is easy to answer.
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Clumsy gets a bad rap. And because of it we avoid it like the plague. I see clumsy from a different perspective. I see it as an indication that someone is pressing boundaries and getting uncomfortable. To me clumsy is beautiful. How are you with clumsy?
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Every day you have an opportunity to experience a liminal space ripe with potential—or as some call it—a world between worlds. No one can describe this place to you. No one can take you there. In order to experience its potency, you must decide to go there yourself.
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For the past 5-6 years, I’ve been making a big mistake. It’s hard for me to share. I’m hoping that by sharing my mistake you might be able to catch yours sooner than I did.
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Warning: this episode may be triggering. Especially if you believe that something "out there" will provide you with the answers.
Someone recently asked me why I whisper on this show. My answer is simple. Whispering is more effective than yelling.
What is your level of curiosity these days? The more distracted and busy we are, the less space for genuine childlike curiosity.
There's no getting around it. We need to release the old—what no longer works—in order to experience the freedom we are seeking.
Introducing... echos from the verge... musings from my soul to yours. Let's live our larger story. Let's go deeper, let go and be wild.
Rules. We live by them. We also accumulate old rules, self inflicted rules. I am breaking my own and I encourage you to do the same.
Timelessness. Time away from predictable and known is a treasure to be valued. Descend and discover your place of timelessness.
You many need to "stop the train" just like I did a few months ago. You many need to press pause on what's no longer working.
I have pep in my step and energy to burn. Coming off of my recent hip surgery has offered me a new lease on life.
Who are you ready to become today? We spend so much time trying hard to "be." Why not start asking who you want to become.
At some point, we need to step beyond self-help practices and show up in the world. Are you there yet? I'd love to know.
Being on the verge is about change. It's also about listening to what's work and what's not. It's scary and exhilarating at the same time.
Go deeper. As the rate of change in our world continues to speed up, we need to continue to go under the surface and find our center.
I'm back live and I have to change the conversation. In this Whisper, I share a recent big shift and uncomfortable ah-ha.
The heart of body intelligence. "Who you are, speak so loudly. I can’t hear what you’re saying" – Ralph Waldo Emerson
While your mind tries to trick you, your body does not lie. You may be nodding your head in agreement, but do you really believe it?
When your body is speedy, there's a good chance your mind will feel speedy as well. Settle your body and your mind will settle too.
We tell ourselves stories. We all do. Some stories are helpful, most are not. Try asking this question. It can help interrupt stories.
Are you busy... or just full of your own self importance? I recently asked myself this question and, ouch, the answers sure did sting! I
Edges, boundaries and verges. The idea of pressing right up against what is known can be both exciting and scary.
Play simple. It’s enough. Simple is powerful, but not easy. And, sometimes we need to go through complexity to find it.
Being centered is like touching or standing on home base. I share how to return to center when life knocks you off balance.
Unbridled power is like a firehose on full blast. It's unstoppable. When are blocked, we get kinked up—just like a garden hose.
Give yourself permission to be sparked! These bursts of insight and creativity are happening all of the time. And, you may be missing them.
Music has the power to transport us immediately. The right song can stop our world from spinning and quickly shift our state.
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure
Coming home to your center is one of the most powerful practices you can have in your pocket. Listen in to practice.
Stability. It’s the balance between strength and flexibility and it allows you to walk in this world feeling calm, clear and confident.
Do this over and over — every day. Remember who you are. Go beneath the noise of your daily life and connect with your self and source.
Morning dread. Learn what to do when you wake up with your mind racing about everything you need, can't do, should do, didn't do.
The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results - Albert Einstein.
Let yourself be clumsy. Go ahead and drop the filters. It’s exhausting anyway! Move past your need to be/look/sound perfect.
It’s always there waiting. That “well” in wellbeing. Press pause. Go beneath the noise—for as long as it takes.
If you want to feel lighter, pretend you are moving! Get rid of stuff where the energy feels stuck. Disrupt it. Make change. Just like that!
Learn how to allow yourself to be in new relationship with life— without putting the pressure on yourself to have it all figured out.
It's really not a matter of what you decide. It's a matter of when. When will you be ready to make the decision?
It's not a matter of if, it's a matter of when. When will you decide? When will you decide to truly know who you are?
Do you ever hear the call of your soul—like a whisper poking through the veil? When that soul speak emerges, you’re going to want to listen!
Is the target of what you want fuzzy? Before you can expect to get what you want, you're going to have to know exactly, clearly, precisely.
When do you flex your muscles? In other words, where are you practicing being your boldest, most confident, most creative self?
Do you still feel less than? Not enough? Are we still doing this? I’m ready to drop this baggage, once and for all. And I hope you are too.
I will no longer [fill in the blank]. I am 58 years old, and have been working on this my entire life. What will you no longer accept?
Uncertainty. It’s a given in life. We spend our energy trying to predict. Get comfortable with not knowing and watch your energy soar.
What would you do differently if you were in your power? Would you change your job, your health, move locations, change your relationship?
To withstand the onslaught of life you will have to learn to speak from the bottom of your soul." - Jordan Peterson
What are you being right now? What—not who—are you in this moment? In other words, what is the configuration of energy that you are showing up with? Being aware of what you are is the first step to changing who you are.
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You are always changing. Everything is always changing. Nothing is static - ever! This notion can be frightening or totally empowering. That’s up to you.
There is a vitality that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you, this expression is unique.
I am just getting started as 58 years old. I feel it in my bones. I feel it in my heart. I'm so ready.
The invisibility factor is real and it needs to change. In this Whisper, I share my story of not being seen for three days.
Don't die wondering what it feels like to be fully alive. Today we talk about owning your power and the questions to ask to get you there.
Live the questions now. Perhaps you will then gradually, without noticing it, live along some distant day into the answer. Rainer Maria Rilke
Are you living out loud? I ask myself this question—all the time. And then I wrestle with the answers. What does live out loud mean to you?
This process of the good life involves the courage to be. It means launching oneself fully into the stream of life. Carl R. Rogers
At the center of your being you have the answers. And you know what you want. No other place will be better. And it has already turned out.
It's a great trait to have but takes practice to develop. Learn four ways to build the muscle of achieving the status of active listener.
W.A.I.T. Why am I talking? What kind of communicator are you? Do you speak deliberately and consciously? Or, do you sometimes get distracted and run off in unending stories? In other words, are you precise with your speech or do you unconsciously vomit on people? In this fun Whisper, we continue our investigation of looking at specific behaviors as a way to shed light on to how we are living. Today we look at our patterns of speech.
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Let's talk about 1) being aware and 2) being more mindful about how/why/when we consume news, social media, emails, texts and more.
How you tend to your everyday life—cooking, cleaning and prepping—points to how you tend to other areas of your life.
Do you speed throughout your day scurrying around? Becoming hyper aware of everyday behaviors leaves clues to you are living.
Honoring the life of Mr. Fantastic—a special man who read the memo on how to intentionally live life well every day.
What are your big rocks—the things you value most in life? Are you focusing on those big rocks or gravel and pebbles?
Do you have a swim buddy, an accountability partner? Learn why having one can be like having a secret weapon.
What are you doing daily to stretch yourself? How are you pressing the boundaries of your comfort zone? Challenge. It’s the only way we grow.
If you want to leave an imprint on this world and share your genius, if you seek to realize your potential, you simply cannot skip this step.
You can't get there without doing this. You can't be of service to others without being centered and stable first.
What if you stopped being so predictable? What if you shook things up? What if you did the opposite? Things are about to get interesting!
Caring about what other people think can be debilitating. What would happen if you stopped? Here's a simple practice to try.
What are your tendencies to force things to happen? This is a cringe-worthy topic. And the big practice… what if you stopped?
Are you a fixer? Is your tendency to always try to make situations better? I was a fixer too... until I stopped.
What if you stop (fill in the blank)? Be your own experiment. Give it a try. It very well may change your life.
What does it take to own your power? What will it take for you to stand tall, be authentic, be self authoring?
What does it take to truly trust yourself? This is a massive question. One of the most common remarks I hear from the women I work with is that they question their own judgment. They question their direction, their passions and purpose. Why do we do this and what will it take for us to finally, once and for all, look to ourselves first? What does it take for us to trust ourselves before we seek the acknowledgement of experts out there? Let’s find out!Mentions:Trust your geniusWe're heading towards the dirt!
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What does it take to speak your truth? Practice. Practice speaking your truth and you will become more graceful doing so.
I'm feeling brave these days. And I want to talk to you about what it takes to be more confident. Today, I share one simple exercise.
When you feel your best, you do your best. And it spreads out to the world. My purpose is to help you feel better fast.
EXPLORE is Mental Fitness Core Practice #5. Find out why you want to intentionally include exploring in your every day activities.
CONNECT is Mental Fitness Core Practice #5. Discover how to, above all else, prioritize connecting every day.
SLEEP is your Mental Fitness Core Practice #3. Learn why deep sleep is essential to feeling bright and clear upon waking.
NOURISH is Core Practice #2. Learn why food diversity and supplementation are essential for building optimal mental fitness.
MOVE is your first Mental Fitness Core Practice. Discover why deliberate and spontaneous movement are essential for mental wellness.
There is a storm coming. Well, actually, it’s already here. What are you doing to build your strength and stability?
Your mental fitness is not a luxury. Let's stop thinking that self care is about bubble baths You are needed to walk others home.
It's my birthday! As I take another trip around the sun, I share who I am, today — not to brag or boast but to offer you my human experience.
Yes, yes. And yes. Yes to the now. Yes to what is arising in this very breath. Yes to the impulse to soar and to shine.
Are you being authentic or not? It’s a huge question. Being aware of when you are authentic or not is an important practice
Learn more about the "verge" - the place, space and most importantly, the state in where we not only thrive but we feel most alive.
I miss me. Do you ever feel that way? Have you ever felt sense of loss or emptiness for who you were? I know that I have.
Put down your agenda. It’s in that quiet space beyond your habits and patterns that wisdom, direction guidance, creativity start to flow.
Leave your busy life every day and connect with yourself as a dance of energy and light spontaneously emerging and dissolving moment by moment.
I encourage you set aside a few minutes every day to shimmer. This is not easy to explain, one must experiment.
I come to you through the foggy filter of beer and burgers. What is clear is how our state of mind is impacted by our physiology.
Before you let the world in, please take some time to ground, to gather, to tune-in and check-in with yourself.
The grass is brown everywhere .If we are in constant pursuit of the next shiny object, we’re going to continue to find brown grass.
When we don't feel alone, when we know that it is collective, we learn to ride these rough waters and come out for the better in the end.
The goal is to stay on the path. Even if it's completely unsettling. Even if there is rumbling. Even if you feel tender and uncomfortable.
What do you need to roll with right now? What situation, person or predicament is squeezing you? Let’s explore.
This Whisper is to point you back to yourself—to look in the mirror and say, YES, you are already the best version of yourself.
I don't have answers. All I can do is share my path. I share my messy life for you to recognize the same patterns in your own life.
The most ordinary happenings often bring us the greatest joy, the greatest wisdom, and the greatest sense of peace.
That’s inconvenient! Learn why remembering that life gets inconvenient can be really good for your health and wellbeing.
This too is raw material to help me wake up. It's a way of remembering that every moment can wake us up or make us go back asleep.
It’s easy for you to say! You have—fill in the blank. Tune in for how unconscious biases may shut us down from learning from one another.
Has it ever crossed your mind that someone was "living your dream?" Have you ever said this out loud to them?
Have you ever felt like you were just at the end of your rope? When something has just lost steam? If so, are you ready to change things up?
Have you heard of the parable of the Chinese farmer? It’s about not quickly labeling highs and lows as good news or bad news.
I spent a day in neutral. That’s the way it felt anyway. A better way to describe my experience is that I was fully present.
What if there was no problem right now, or if you didn't make problems? What would it feel like to flow with instead of resist life?
What would happen if we stopped striving to improve ourselves, our space, our kids, etc? Not forever. Just for today.
What if there's no better version of you? How would you feel if you trusted that you already have everything you need to be your best self?
There's a feeling of grateful—in your body and specifically your heart. It's next level and it's a game changer.
There’s a difference between being present and trying to capture what is happening in the present moment. There's an art to being present.
Finding and returning to our inner ground, our inner sense of stability and clarity is an important step on the path to awakening.
The bad news is that you're flying through the air without a parachute. The good news is that there is no ground.
It’s how we surf our inevitable shakiness that is the difference between living in despair or underlying steadiness. Let’s explore together.
I've been a very serious little human being. Now I make fun of myself in a in a gentle way, in a kind way. You should try it too.
Study yourself. It will provide you with all the books you need. Study your suffering and vastness. That should keep you busy for a lifetime!
What does overwhelm feel like in your mind? I’ve learned that becoming aware of our state of body and mind is the first step to shifting.
What does overwhelm feel like in your body? Recognizing the subtle changes in our physiological states is key.
What drives you into overwhelm? What drives you into feelings of despair? Becoming aware of what does it for you is the first step.
Tune into what is emerging right now? That is your genius. There is power and transmission in the present moment—in what is bubbling up.
Experience each moment of your life as fresh and new—with no history and no future. In this precious. spontaneous now.
When you get out of our head—your busy mind—and give yourself permission to pause to drop into your sensory self, your world light up.
Creativity is one of the most important things we can do to sustain ourselves —to improve our mental health and to feel satisfied in life.
When we learn to surf it, to ride the wave of change we begin to welcome it. We start becoming okay with letting go and moving on.
Life is ever-changing. It is changing moment-to-moment. And you get to start over again. Right now! This is your birthright.
Clarity. Most everyone I know seeks to have more. The mental clarity we yearn for starts by cleaning up our bodies.
When we're tired, when we're mentally fatigued, it’s easy to slip into old unhelpful habits—even destructive habits.
I have great news for you. No one is paying attention to you. Most people are so caught up in their own busy lives. Aren't you relieved?
Do you have a room of your own? And I don't mean to physical room. Do you have a place, a space, a time when it is you and you alone?
Sensing, smelling, inching our way forward. Trust your intelligence more often and you may be surprised how similar you are to a worm.
Discover why the sense of being totally fed up and exhausted is the first step to awakening and actually a really fruitful place to be.
Why is it scary to be completely present? Because there's nowhere to hide. Being presents is also present where we come alive.
There are these beautiful moments between moments happening all throughout the day. We simply need to show up for them.
The world needs you to be over yourself and to be out of your own way. It is then that you will truly step into your power.
Next step! Amplify your superpower. Train your weaknesses. Learn to get out of our own way to how to get into action by riding our strengths.
Do you underestimate your limitless power? Are you focusing on your weakness more than acknowledging your strengths?
Are you still waiting to get on with awakening to your potential? If so, why, and more importantly, are you willing to look at it?
Are you still dancing around what gets in your way? Are you willing to look straight at the boulders in your way of owning your life?
Summing up how you may be getting in your own way. It will give you a running start to stop playing small and start showing up fully.
Feedback accelerates your growth. Sometimes it comes sweet and sometimes it comes unsweetened. In the end, you get to chose.
Are you willing to receive from others? Do you allow yourself to be supported or, are you like me that's got to do everything themselves?
Focus less on the outcomes of what you are doing. Sounds easy, right? Learn how letting go of control can help you achieve your dreams.
As we explore how we get in our own way, it’s important to look at who we are still blaming for what we have or don’t have.
Nobody wants to feel awkward. If you want to get out of your own way you're going to have to deal with some awkwardness.
There's no way to get out of your own way with getting uncomfortable. The process of stepping into your power is worth it.
Getting to know what it feels like when you step into your power is a great way to recognize when you get in your own way.
Have you ever thought, if I could just get my ducks in a row? Life is not ever going to line up. Thinking like this just gets in our way.
Messy is sexy. Really? We are conditioned to believe that perfection is sexy right? What if, instead, it's the human behind the filter.
Still seeking acknowledgment from others? It's getting in your way! Stop looking for good jobs, likes and follows—and start doing it today.
Caring what others think is a sure fire way to get in your own way. Stopping to care is easier said than done but it's so worth the effort.
Perfecting—how do you do it? Trying to be perfect is a sure way to get in your own way. Stop striving to be perfect and what what happens!
If I wasn’t in my own way, I would be less cryptic and more transparent. Realizing this was a big revelation. What about you?
Do you feel like you are in your own way? Don’t worry, most of us do. What does being in your own way even mean? Tune in for more.
Focus fuels energy. Learn how redirecting your attention from draining, negative mental patterns back to the present moment rejuvenates.
Drama drains our energy and focus fuels it. Learn effective ways to redirect your attention back to the positive and purposeful.
Drama will drain our energy every time. Noticing is the first step to changing behavior. Using a few simple hand gestures is the second.
Where are you leaking energy? If you often feel drained and depleted at the end of the day, you're not alone. We withdraw more than deposit in our energy bank account. In other words, we allow people, places and situations to drain our energy, leaving us with that feeling of having nothing left in the tank.
Mentions:- Caroline Myss- Episode #74 - Energy Bank Account - Is Yours Full or Empty?
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To thrive is to grow vigorously. When we thrive, others feel it. In other words, our thriving is good for many.
Please don't wait. Feel the impulse. Listen to the whisper. When we wait to take action, to reach out, to connect, we may lose our courage.
Listen first. Seek to understand. Learn something new! Then talk about yourself. These are simple ways to connect more deeply with others.
How does nature boost your mood? Learn five ways being outside can increase joy, connection and even sleep!
This mini-practice will help you connect with your heart. Sending love to yourself and acknowledging what you're going may be a game changer.
When was the last time you paused to really appreciate your body? I know, it's probably been awhile. Tune in for a mini-practice.
When is the last time you connected with your soul? In this Daily Whisper, I encourage you to find "non-time" every day to sink into self.
There's no better way to change your mind then to change your body first. Your "biology drives your psychology."
Overwhelm is rampant in our culture these days. We all feel it. I get overwhelmed. Some people stay in overwhelm indefinitely.
Seek to be at ease in your body—at every level. Focus on your body first. When systems run smoothly in the body, the mind wakes up.
When your body is busy, your mind will feel busy too. In other words, settle your body and your mind will settle as well. Many people struggle to stop thinking so much. They may try to slow down their mind from their mind. In this episode, you'll learn how, oftentimes, the speed of your body determines how speedy your mind feels.
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Find your feet and set your gaze. This on-the-spot mini-practice will help you shift from frazzled and frenzied to steady and stable.
Where do you still need to make peace and move on? In a recent experience I did just that and felt one door close and another one open.
My new mantra is, "stop trying to be clever and just be more human." If you are like me, you may be starving for people to be real and raw.
To live fully is to be always in no-man's land. Having some uncertainty in life is not a bad thing. It actually makes us feel fully alive.
Welcome to Daily Whispers where I bring you insights from my own soul. I'm excited to offer you a prod, a poke and nudge of encouragement.
Where did our constant need for perfection come from? Most women feel imprisioned by this uncanny quest to be perfect, to not stumble.
Not gonna lie. It's been... This is my ice-breaker. It's a prompt to interrupt patterns of perfecting, pleasing, proving and pretending.
Where are you pretending? This is a question I frequently ask. Looking at where you feel less than fully authentic or even fake, isn’t easy.
Do you feel the need to prove yourself? I have! And, it came with a chip on my shoulder. Where does such a need come from?
Who are you still pleasing? How is that holding you back or shutting you down? Tune for how I've moved beyond the need to please.
Where did our constant need for perfection come from? Most women feel imprisioned by this uncanny quest to be perfect, to not stumble.
What will it take for you to leave your phone behind? What will happen without that device glued to your hip? Let's find out.
See. Name. Feel. Know what it's like to be full of self-doubt or unworthiness. Know what it's like to retract into your small self.
Doubt takes you out of action. Action takes you out of doubt. This is one of my favorite go-to reminders for not playing small.
I see you. I don't know you but I see you. I see your struggle with feeling enough. I see this in you because I've seen it in myself.
For women only. In this episode, I reveal a deeply rooted truth I had not been willing to admit to myself-- until now.
Let's just say that the Covid Brain Fog is a real thing. I've noticed how my mind is fuzzy and my words come out in a jumble.
Do you know what happens when you think you know better? Nothing! A fixed mindset kills potential. Stop thinking you know.
Welcome to the Daily Whisper! I'm excited to shift gears—slightly. It is my honor to have the opportunity to whisper in your ear.
Spunk. I love this word! It's provocative and daring. And I love to dare. Fair warning, be prepared to be asked a few prodding questions.
Potential—yours and mine—and how it awakens is my passion and purpose. In this episode, I share my recent experience of potential awakening.
Do you feel enough? I have struggled with feeling "less than" most of my life. I finally feel enough to play big—and to help you do so too.
"This is big enough", my Italian Nonna once said. Little did she know how those words affected me for the rest of my life—until now.
Speak up! Have you ever watched yourself get small and quiet—or found yourself in a place where you wanted to scream, "speak up Girl!"
We belong together—live and in person! The electricity of human connection cannot be substituted. These past few years has made that obvious.
What would happen if you gave up convincing others? Let me tell you, it doesn't come easy for this "boss babe".
Be part of the solution. Go out there and share your wisdom. Be generous. Hold back judgment. Go easy on others.
"It's all raw material for waking up", writes Buddhist Meditation Teacher, Pema Chodron. In other words, it all matters.
Knowing—that deep sense of direction, intuition and guidance. The primary way that we know is below our busy, thinking mind.
Thinking, we all struggle with too much of it. It takes over our experience. It shuts us off from deeper intelligence and wisdom.
Awareness - it's your capacity to experience what is happening, right now. Heightened awareness is the key to building mental fitness.
Crawl. Walk. Run. Your mood and energy fluctuates day to day. Allow yourself to ebb and flow and you'll ultimately get more done.
Off you go! This is one of my favorite British sayings. It's a kind, but firm way of saying, "you're all set" or "you can leave now."
Glinda, the good witch of the north famously said, "You always had the power, my dear, you just had to learn it for yourself "
I want to learn how to live, now - like right now. In this episode, I share a recent "ah-ha." Life is short.
Comparison kills motivation. If you want to squash your confidence, continue comparing yourself to what others have and don't have.
Ease into it. Ease into the new year, that is. Most people bust into the new year like a bull in a china shop.
Welcome to Day 1 of 2022! Today is a really good day to explore possibilities. Get out your pen and paper. Let's get to work.
When a gardenhose is kinked up, water flow slows. When we hold too much tension, fear and doubt our life force slows.
What are you willing to admit you are avoiding? This is a provocative question to jumpstart your transition into the new year.
I have not been consistent. I know the compound effect of daily practice and I'm paying for it. I hope it doesn't happen to you.
I never regret taking the time to go underneath the confusion—the thinking, the planning and the comparison that lives in my busy mind.
If you want to be free, really free to be who you truly are, you'll need to allow others to be free to be exactly who they are.
The brain needs to rest. I saw this saying on a hobbit-style hut while visiting a retreat center in the Sacred Valley of Peru.
What is your untapped potential? Do you know? Are you acknowledging what is ready to wake up in you? Most do not.
There is only one of you. And if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and it will be lost.
The infamous passage, "The Man in the Arena," by Theodore Roosevelt has hugely impacted my life and how it may yours.
Embrace the suck is a common phrase used by the Navy Seals. It's a reminder to lean into suffering (instead of pushing it away).
What is yours to do next? Do you know? Well, I don't know what is mine to do next—yet! And I don't want to know, until it is time to know.
Are you willing to be vulnerable? Asking the question is often enough to make space for a flash of realness to come through.
Let her go. Let her be! Those were the words that followed my recent breakdown/breakthrough. Listen for more on my vulnerability hangover.
[Warning] I was born driven. I have to say it comes with its positives and also its shadows. This one is as raw and unscripted as it gets.
Non-Time - a stretch of emptiness where our imagination roams free. When do you experience non-time? If you don't yet, let's talk.
What if we did less but did it better? In this world of "more is better," more and more of us are feeling overwhelmed and burned out.
You've heard it before. Slow down. Haste makes waste. But it's not until you "have to" slow that that this reminder really sinks in.
Be here now. How do you get there? We all have activities and places that get us out of thinking and into the present moment.
Release your grip. Let go of your hold. Learn how to not sweat the small stuff and you'll soon not sweat the big stuff. I
t your ugly frog first! Before you do anything else, tackle that hard job and complete that most important thing of the day.
Naming your thoughts is the first step to changing your thoughts—and your life! Learn a simple practice to get to know your mental patterns.
After the holidays. It’s the most used excuse in the book! Please, do not skip your practices this month. Take care of yourself first!
What do you pour yourself into? What are you ready to master or take to the next level? Tune in to find out my plans!
Step. Step. Don't Know. -- it's a simple reminder to be okay with uncertainty. We have no idea what is coming next.
Stop fixing yourself and start being yourself! I first heard these words while in a yoga class. Bam! I realized how I'd been living my life.
Above all, Be Kind. Try this quick loving-kindness practice to lift your mood. Loving-kindness is a friendliness to all— including yourself.
How do you step beyond your comfort zone? Well, you just do it! There's no strategy. And, I'm right here with you.
Are you ready to disrupt patterns? The best (and fastest) way to create change in your life is to get crystal clear about your patterns.
There are non-negotiable daily practices that are must-haves if you want to live your potential. From a stable ground, we can launch rockets.
I am standing on new ground. I'm both nervous and excited which, to me, means it's necessary. Would you like to join me? It's going to be different—more hard core. I'm no longer willing to talk only about daily practices. It's time we go beyond practices and start pressing into our boundaries—our limiting patterns that hold us back and shut us down. Here we go!
Cross-Training for Mental Fitness includes:-Mind-Training-Movement-Quality Sleep-Clean Eating-Targeted Gut-Brain Supplements-Resiliency Training-Connection with self and others-Time in Nature-Daily Play
I am available to support you with cultivate consistent daily practices. Reach out - hello@carabradley.net
Let's take stress to a whole new level—by making friends with it. By embracing stress we learn to use it for our growth.
There is an upside of stress! Learn why your attitude about stress has everything to do how stress impacts your health.
Overwhelm happens to the best of us! It is easy to slip into that desperate state of confusion and chaos. Do you know the signs?
Do you know why zebras don't get ulcers? According to Robert Sapolsky, we do not resolve conflict in the same way-through as other animals.
Has stress become your personality? I invite you to take a look. In the next few Messages, we will lift the hood and go down deep.
It's extraordinary to witness ideas become reality. Do you allow yourself to dream? Do you give yourself permission to put your ideas into motion?
What does your optimal state feel like? Do you know? Tune in for a simple way to train your optimal state to be your default state.
I have this life-changing practice—but I don't always do it. Why not? I have not idea. I am back practicing it daily and reaping the rewards.
Change it up. Recently, we've had no choice but to change, shift, and pivot. In this episode, I invite you to consider two things.
Do you cross-train for physical fitness? I hope so! Cross-training is really the secret sauce to building strength and flexibility.
The cat is out of the bag. Knowing what I now know, I can never go back to the ways things used to be. Tune in for my big ah-ha.
Have you heard Adele's new song called Go Easy On Me? The title captured my heart in an instant. It's a beautiful gesture.
Is that all there is? Have you ever wondered about the meaning of life? Join me for a story about a young boy and a question.
"I don't get it!" Tune into this episode for a short story about a little girl stating to the world what most of us feel every day.
Giving thanks by practicing gratitude is good for you. But giving thanks by "feeling" gratitude is next level.
Breathing will save your life. Take it from one who found out the hard way. Learn to breath properly to improve your lifespan.
Fix your gut because it's where mental fitness begins. And it's better than living with brain fog, anxiety, sadness and poor sleep, etc.
Your biology drives your psychology. Knowing how to navigate this the difference between brain fog or living in flow.
"The pain you feel is the breaking of the shell that encloses you" ~ Sufi poet Kabir. Buckle up because things may get uncomfortable.
Imagine having the courage to dare greatly every day. It is possible but it takes practice. Learn why it matters.
What do you need to do today? Where are you hesitating? Do it anyway. Don't hold back. Don't worry about the consequences so much.
We are brilliant beings made of love and light. The busyness of life, however, causes us to forget who we are.
Are you having a breakdown, breakthrough—or both? If you feel agitated you may be ready to step into a whole new way of being.
The truth - I have played small for most of my life - and today is the day that I stop it. I hope is that listening unlocks something in you.
Yes, being stable and steady is sexy so learn how to find your home base—physically, emotionally and mentally.
While your mind tries to trick you, your body doesn't lie—ever. Learn to drop your attention below your neck and listen to your body.
Sleep might be one of the top three things we can control that quickly improves the quality of how we feel and think.
A few years ago I was a hardcore business owner, now I'm a kinder, gentler Cara. This change came about because I had to shift my behaviors.
Behind the scenes of social media are stories, many stories. In this message, I disclose a story that I've been living with for a few years.
The Only Constant in Life Is Change. - Heraclitus. Let's face it, we resist change—but we cannot stop it from happening.
Our lives are unrecognizable from just a year or two ago. One thing is for certain, life is uncertain and the waves of change will continue.
Don't die with your sailboat still in your driveway! Learn why this phrase struck such a chord with me. It may do the same for you!
Close the door already! Have you ever needed to put something big behind you? Cut the cords? Be done with that old energy?
Building fitness — of body and mind. Who doesn't want that? Feel better fast by getting four things "right."
Our body state changes how we think, how we move in the world. Living in that “attitude of gratitude” fills our hearts and impacts our mind.
Feel good first and you will start to do better in other areas of your life. When our bodies are working well, our mind works well.
Live in emergence—it's how we heighten our intuition. It's how we sense into what's coming and how we discern our next step.
Call out how great someone looks, how smart they are, how fast they run. Thank someone for just being a great friend. Call out greatness!
Clumsy is fun! It is more fun to relax and let myself be unfiltered, than it is to try to be perfect. So go ahead and be clumsy!
You already know what you need. You already know what you want. The key to accessing your superpowers is to start trusting what you know.
I have a deep desire for myself to let go of old patterns, old roles, old ways of doing things, old ways of ways of being.
There comes a time in our lives when we need to break free from old patterns. It becomes too uncomfortable to stay small, to hold back.
We get to press the reset button. Every single day we get to start, new and fresh. We get to put your best foot forward today. Enjoy!
Keep it simple (stupid!). What is something you have been wanting to do but avoid? Are you overthinking or overcomplicating?
You get to make this up— your life that is! No one is really watching you. No one is keeping score. No one remembers that you maybe failed.
When was the last time you let yourself dream. Start by asking what's on your wish list. You'll set your desires and intentions in motion.
Go ahead and dream big! Think about what excites you. Let yourself feel the rush of positive energy run through your body.
What if it was easy? What if brightening your mood or lightening your spirit is a matter of one simple task or conversation?
Worry. Over-thinking. Preoccupation. We all grapple with thinking too much. Our minds get cluttered. What holds your mind?
Knowing what makes you shaky, edgy and uncomfortable is a powerful tool—it's where we we wake up and come alive.
Are you polluting the world or helping to clean it up? How are your actions, words, ways of consuming and working contribute to the world?
Going down rabbit holes is not only fun, it also makes us come alive. What sparks your curiosity? Find out more.
Knowing what you're hungry for can escalate your growth and success. Use today's inquiry to get clear on what you're working towards.
Sorting out—to play with, figure out and organize. We are all in the process of tinkering with something. Give yourself some breathing room by naming what you are sorting out.
Tweak— to change or make a small adjustment. What do you need to tweak? What's calling for an adjustment?
Mini-Wins are on the spot state shifters to move you from a busy state to a more optimal state of ease and flow.
We keep missing moments, exquisite and oftentimes ordinary moments, when we meet life directly. Learn how to remember not to miss them.
Do you fake your busyness? Are you full of your own self-importance? Find out the signs that you might be exaggerating your busyness.
[Guided Practice] Becoming familiar with where your attention drifts is the first step in training your mind to stay focused and present.
Mini-Wins are on the spot state shifters to move you from a busy state to a more optimal state of ease and flow.
Stuff weighs us down and holds us back. What happens when we get rid of it? What happens when we hoard it? What is going on in the psychology of stuff?
[Guided Practice] Impermanence is a reminder that we are always in the process of rising and dissolving. It's a profound way to remember to live fully.
Does your life sometimes feel like The Truman Show? In this episode, I talk about edges and self-created boundaries.
Name your kinks and start the process of unblocking them so that your energy flows with the power of, not a gardenhose, but rather a firehose!
[Guided Practice] Let's become aware of (or get to know) how to let go of our need to control people, situations and outcomes.
Unblock, unfold and unleash. For over a decade, these three words inspired me on my inner journey.
Isn’t it crazy that we need to remind ourselves to love ourselves first? Well I need reminding.
Learn why giving yourself permission to listen is essential for personal transformation. I
Have you ever felt the need to completely change what you are doing - to change your game? It’s scary and exciting at the same time.
Sparks of insight and creativity are always happening. However, most of the time we miss them.
Quick hits to wake you up, get you into action, make you pause, and trust your own genius.
Mental Fitness is the opposite of feeling busy and burned out. Instead, it's a powerful combination of feeling strong, calm and clear.
Talking to Dr. Shawn Talbott about why the new science of the gut-brain connection and protocols to increase mental and physical performance.
It's simple. Move and breath in rhythm to shift from "frazzled to flow" and from "chaos to calm."
Mini-Wins are on the spot state shifters to move you from a busy state to a more optimal state of ease and flow.
Do you ever feel like you’re a brain on a stick—of being stuck in your head? Let’s just say, it’s not a comfortable (or productive) place to live.
Learn to build mental fitness — the capacity of our body and mind to work together to amplify mental well-being and boost energy, mood and motivation.
Tune in for Cara's final Morning Message. Learn why she decided to make a "clean break" and to take a big leap forward.
When you trust your own brilliance, the fireworks go off. You finally really hear yourself. You hear your inner guidance that has been there—always.
While it may feel like it somedays, the cage is not locked. There is a door. There is a way out of a mess or through obstacles that seem to be in your way.
It’s practice time. Let’s tune into ourselves to listen. “Let this winter of listening be enough for the new life I must call my own.” ~ David Whyte
Now is the moment. It’s like no other in human history. It’s time to step on the field with other conscious humans. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for.
There’s a whisper in your ear. It’s there all of the time. It’s you telling you to show up, to stay with it, to never, ever doubt your brilliance.
Once and for all let us end the cycle of self-doubt, self consciousness and playing small.
Playing safe and small is boring. Listen to the words of Rumi and do something spontaneous.
The guidance is there. We simply need to ask for it — all day long! Join me for a quick practice and learn the power of the mantra “show me.”
The quality of our experiences start and ends with us. Narrow everything down to taking personal responsibility for how you feel.
Deliberate, intentional preparation. It’s how we shift, awaken and impact the world. How are you preparing? Do you “know your garden?” Let’s explore.
Make time every morning to connect—with yourself and the sacred. It will set you up for a powerful and positive day.
Right now, there’s nothing more important for us to do than to stay clear, alert and awake. Waking up from our limiting patterns has never been more vital.
In this short guided practice, we’ll explore the importance of pausing to experience the quiet between the notes of our busy, noisy lives.
I believe in your extraordinary potential and intelligence. I believe that your unique creative expression is important for our collective awakening.
The time is now to fully commit to your transformation. Learn how to be an alchemist in your own life by transmuting your dense energy into light.
Our world is changing. Humans are shifting. It’s time to hear the call. It’s time to wake up.
Are you ready to begin every day with you? Are you ready to accept the invitation that you, your health and your state of being is the most important thing?
Try this practice to notice where you are and what you’re doing. Doing this throughout the day helps you get to know direct, secondhand, or muted experience.
We are brilliant, wide, intelligent beings made of love and light. The busyness of life, however, causes us to forget who we are.
Life is always in motion. In every moment our inner and outer environments are changing — sometimes it’s very subtle.
The year 2020 has disrupted our lives forever. How have you released into the change and where are you still resisting.
It’s more fun (and more productive) to move about the world without tension and tightness. “Playing loose” is a reminder to release by letting go of struggle.
What are you ready for? Join me for a quick inquiry practice as we dig deep and to find out.
Break free of old patterns by naming what is pissing you off about the massive disruption and inconvenience of 2020.
2020 has brought boatloads of disappointment. Naming them can be a gateway to moving on.
Feeling uncomfortable and disturbed is an opportunity to break-through obstacles and limiting beliefs. What is agitating you?
[Guided Practice] This short meditation is reminder of how to be kind and tender with ourselves as we work on what holds us down and closes us off.
Shift beyond your busy mind and to experience clarity and calm. Getting there is the challenge.
Your body holds clues to why you feel stuck or burdened. A good place to begin is to look at where you feel tense, tight or weak and where you feel imbalanced.
Do you feel free? If not, where are you not free? And, are you courageous enough to find out.
[Guided Practice] Allow everything to be as it is (over and over) to experience greater clarity, calm and stability.
Doing the hard thing isn’t easy but it’s necessary to grow and ultimately to succeed in anything you want to achieve. Practice leaning into boundaries and edges every day.
Being challenged is usually uncomfortable and/or unfamiliar. Challenge yourself anyway. Get comfortable in the uncomfortable and get used to not knowing. It’s the only way to grow.
Don’t let the outside world dictate your energy. Instead, learn to manage your mood states with a few simple strategies.
Dreams start with a thought. Repeated consistently they imprint into your cells as an intention. Spoken out loud overtime they manifest. What are you dreaming?
[Guided Practice] Pay active attention and you’re right here and right now, with your complete mind and body.
Unblock, unfold, unleash is your invitation to directly experience being awake and fully alive by shifting beyond your busy mind and showing up in the moment.
Remove obstacles and allow everything to be as it is and you’ll experience a profound release of energy that feeling nothing short of freedom and aliveness.
Step beyond busyness and the everyday patterns of your mind and you’ll witness the unfolding or revealing of your true nature or natural state.
Dissolve tension and tightness and you'll feel like a new person. Learn how unblocking obstacles or unwanted patterns can lead to a whole new lease on life.
When your mind feels frantic or frazzled, try sky gazing. Tune in to learn how to open your mind.
As children we lived in a state of constant surprise and wonder—as if walking through a hall of mirrors at an amusement park.
One thing is for sure, we can't stop the waves from roaring through our lives—especially now! However, we can learn to surf.
Today we are talking about two big life questions. that I'm asking myself. I encourage you to do the same.
Big changes are on the horizon! Tune in for more about my out-of-state move and the powerful energy behind big change.
[Guided Practice] Join me for some personal time—with yourself. With simple reminders, we can water the seeds of kindness and self-compassion.
What is holding you back from showing up and shining? It is your health, a relationship, a job or something more personal?
It's time to get personal and name what you are ready to reclaim and retrieve. Find out why I am finally ready to reclaim my health and energy.
What will it take to really and finally realize that our lives are impermanent—that our days are numbered?
I opened my eyes under the bright florescent lights of a hospital bed and had a big wake up call. Tune in to find out what happened next.
Remembering to let go of your need to control, manipulate and fix isn’t easy. Try this simple practice to get into the habit of breathing and letting go.
If you want more freedom, you’ll have to learn to give it to others. Open your palms and repeat the following reminder, “Ease up, Ease up.”
What you do over and over again will set you up for either being a cranky old person or a young-minded flexible thinking human.
What are you not willing to admit? Spending time looking at the way you act in the world is a powerful way to cultivate deeply-rooted change.
Our lives are made up of our habitual patterns. Getting to know your mental, emotional and physical patterns is not only eye-opening, it’s also empowering.
[Guided Practice] Pause for a few minutes and shift your awareness from the confines of a busy mind to the visceral sensations of your body-mind.
Living deliberately — with intention — is a powerful practice. Show up for your tasks and conversations "on purpose" and you feel and perform your best — always.
Being sincere takes practice (for most of us). Opening up to helping others cultivates sincerity making us feel more genuine and authentic. It's a win-win.
When we drop our agenda we open ourselves up to being more "helpful" and available to others. Not only does this make our world better, it makes us better.
You are most powerful when you're present, in the moment. In this natural state of being, you feel fully alive, energized, confident, luminous.
What does it feel like to be "in the now?" Join me for a quick "presence" practice and daily reminder. It may change your life.
A gut check is a pause to turn inwards and identify when your busy mind is likely to take over your life! Pause with me for a quick look at yourself.
In order to change how you think, you'll need to get to know what the heck you're thinking! Becoming familiar with your busy mind is the best first step.
Our brains are thinking machines (and they're not going to stop thinking). The first step to change is to get to know what your busy mind is so busy doing.
There are moments in life that take your breath away—high definition moments that remind you of this glorious human experience.
On autopilot, you think the same thoughts over and over without being aware of it. Noticing how you slip into autopilot is one of the first steps to change.
We've been conditioned to wear our crazy busy-ness on our sleeves like a badge of honor. What the heck does "crazy busy" even mean?
Experiencing life through the distorted lens of the busy mind is one of our current human dilemmas, one on which I hope to shed some light for you.
What is the first thing that comes to mind when asked, What breaks your heart?" Your answer is very telling. It points to where your deepest passion lies.
What comes to mind when someone thinks of you? What do you want them to think? Ponder this question for a few days and see what comes up.
Being "mentally fit" is a feeling of strength, clarity and calm. How do you achieve this optimal way of living?
Have you noticed those days when you feel light and bright, everything seems to go your way?
Let’s agree to STOP the “sorry, just, actually, kind of, sort of, and honestly.” It undermines our confidence and capacity to say what we mean and walk our talk.
Living in High Definition will feel a spark of energy, a shiver, or a pulsing aliveness that will turn you on and wake you up.
Let’s get down to the nitty-gritty and lay it on the line. When you feel your best you do everything—yes everything—better.
Let's talk about gut health and stop putting Band-Aids on our health and mental wellness.
We beat ourselves up for not having enough "willpower." What if the issue lies in our gut instead of our head?
Learn how being mindful of your actions will help you find your optimal state of body and mind.
While it may feel like it somedays, the cage is not locked. There is a door. There is a way out of a mess or through obstacles that seem to be in your way.
Today, I challenge you to ask this provocative question. Do I dare – fill in the blank.
Let’s get curious about our systems work and why practices like yoga and meditation work to help us feel better.
Waking up means seeing reality—as it is—without filter. We know what we need and don't need. And, that's when we begin to really change.
If you value the health of your nervous system, then you'll want to know why we must stop the insanity of allowing everything to grab our attention.
A verge is a boundary, an edge between what is known and unknown. It's where we grow. It’s where we come alive.
Take the time do something that most important thing for yourself today. (It's a great way to stay out of getting cranky and taking things out on others)
If there is ever a time to turn our attention inwards and to start trusting ourselves, it is right now.
Allow yourself to recognize that change is constant—that every new opportunity, new possibility, new door that has closed and that is opening is an offering to change.
Does it feel like your emotional cycle is accelerating? Welcome to the “full catastrophe” of the human experience.
Give yourself permission to step into your courage and to walk forward into this unknown, uncertain and unfamiliar territory known as your life.
Why not be spontaneous and outrageous? Play at the edges of your comfort zone and Instead of being perfect, be imperfect and don’t make any sense at all.
Being kind to oneself is the medicine needed for personal transformation. Let's explore a kindness practice that starts with giving yourself a nickname.
Feeling like crap about ourselves does nothing to make us feel alive and everything to make us feel more like crap. Try some loving-kindness instead.
When it comes to your personal transformation and success in the world, take it from this hard-ass Brooklyn girl, learning to be kind to yourself is a game-changer. It may not come easy at first, but I promise you, it’s worth the effort. Tune in.
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There are moments, precious moments, when we glimpse beyond the veil of our thinking, busy, judging, doubting, fearing mind. In those moments, we tap into our birthright to experience our own aliveness.
Walk with me. Let’s explore.
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- Finally– check out my book: On The Verge: Wake Up, Show Up and Shine
Let’s not hold back anymore. Okay? If anything has come out of this pandemic, it is that we have no idea what’s around the corner. So, why wait for everything to be perfect? Why not, Instead, give yourself the freedom to allow your creative expression to come through you completely, end of story.
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- Join me for Project beWELL— a 4-week exploration to start your mental fitness journey. https://mailchi.mp/cb89bfe09e91/project-bewell
- More stuff at: https://linktr.ee/cara.m.bradley
- Message me on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn or email hello@carabradley.net
- Finally– check out my book: On The Verge: Wake Up, Show Up and Shine
It’s an extraordinary time to redefine our lives—to put every aspect of how we are living on the table for review. What an amazing gift it is to step into a new way of being in the world.
We are living in a liminal time between worlds—before and later on—and we have a unique opportunity to dance together in the realm of possibility.
- Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to get your Morning Messages every day.
- Join me for Project beWELL— a 4-week exploration to start your mental fitness journey. https://mailchi.mp/cb89bfe09e91/project-bewell
- More stuff at: https://linktr.ee/cara.m.bradley
- Message me on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn or email hello@carabradley.net
- Finally– check out my book: On The Verge: Wake Up, Show Up and Shine
Novelty makes us feel more alive. Doing new stuff—like a picnic—can also quickly change our state from frustrated to… ahhh… much more chill. And besides, picnics are fun!
- Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to get your Morning Messages every day.
- Join me for Project beWELL— a 4-week exploration to start your mental fitness journey. https://mailchi.mp/cb89bfe09e91/project-bewell
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- Finally– check out my book: On The Verge: Wake Up, Show Up and Shine
When you start to trust your own brilliance, the magic starts to happen—everywhere. The fireworks go off and you can finally hear yourself. You hear your inner guidance that has been there—always.
Mentions:
episode #4: Find Inner Stillness – https://www.carabradley.net/episode-4-finding-inner-silence/
article: Finding Time In Silence – https://www.carabradley.net/finding-time-in-silence/
I sense your intelligence, your wisdom and your creative impulse. When you start to trust yourself to live from your brilliance instead of fear and doubt, the game changes.
Mentions:
episode 19: I See Your Brilliance (longer version) https://www.carabradley.net/episode-19-i-see-your-brilliance/
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- Message me on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn or email hello@carabradley.net
- Finally– check out my book: On The Verge: Wake Up, Show Up and Shine
We are not going back to normal. With this understanding, how will you change the conversation you have with yourself about your needs, desires and dreams? It’s a huge question. One that we can no longer ignore. Tune in.
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What are you curious about? What topics or activities steal your attention and send you down rabbit holes? Have you lost your sense of enthusiasm? Learn a simple exercise from Flow Experts to spark your curiosity and ignite your sense of aliveness.
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The great Sufi poet Rumi once said, “Out beyond the idea of right and wrong there is a field. I’ll meet you there.” His suggestion is obvious but one that needs reminding. When we get out of our own way of judgment, worry and doubt, we are available to greet each other fully.
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Today is a call to be imperfect and unscripted. You may discover genuine desires and inner wisdom hanging out underneath the static of “doing.”
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Ram Dass said, “We are all walking each other home.” Morning Messages are an invitation to “walk with me” and explore this precious human experience from different perspectives.
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As you do one thing, you do all things. How do the little things inform us of how we do the big things. And, once you get this, it’s hard to forget.
What if you could clean out everything. And then, put back in only that which is useful and brings you joy? What would that leave you with? Let’s explore.
For more check out: https://www.carabradley.net/61-take-it-chuck-it-give-it-away/
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizingby Marie Kondo
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The Invitationby Oriah Mountain Dreamer—a collection of words that has had its way with me for decades.
Take a moment to listen.
Sit back. Close your eyes. Notice subtle shifts in your body.
Let yourself be moved.
Or, read it out loud—to yourself.
Notice what lifts you up—
what strikes your heart and cracks you open.
And, at some point, during this sacred wrinkle in time, you may discover that you “truly like the company that you keep in the empty moments.”
Read the full version of The Invitation by Oriah Mountain Dreamer.
Defying self-help doesn’t mean turning against everything out there. This evocative statement is a call, a call to turn to yourself before seeking advice. It’s a reminder to trust your own streaming source of wisdom and intelligence. Defying self-help means—above all else—to “do you.”
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You already have the intelligence you need to live intentionally. However, you likely spend most of your time in your head, drowning out the clear, calm inner voice whispering wisdom and guidance. Go find that voice.
Start small. Stay steady. Build from there. Our lives are built upon our daily practices. What are your practices? What is calling for your attention? Tune in for more.
What do you do during the first ten minutes of your day? How do you set your energy, prep your mind and tune into yourself for guidance? Tune in and hear what I do to prepare for a positive and powerful day.
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Today’s inquiry… how can we make this day extraordinary? What can we do to care for ourselves and others and to ease our stress and struggle.
Morning Messages are short hits of inspiration, practices, stories and possibilities delivered in six minutes or less — every day.
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The intention of this short series is to offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the highs and lows of starting and running businesses.
In this episode, I talk about my greatest professional accomplishment — Verge Yoga — my good, bad and brave moments.
Thank you for listening to this series. Talking about the details of my career colored with failures and successes has been therapeutic for me. I hope it’s been helpful for you.
For more on Verge Yoga go to: https://vergeyogacenter.com
The Entrepreneur Series was produced by Julianna Bradley
The intention of this short series is to share the full picture of my career as an entrepreneur. I talk about starting and closing businesses including the often left out stories of “crash and burn” failures.
In this episode, I move past the burning embers of Blade Skatewear into my next few ventures. I share my fun adventures partnering with Rollerblade, the pioneer of in-line skating.
Oh, and did I mention that there’s ice cream and sprinkles involved? Stay tuned.
Produced and Edited by Julianna Bradley
www.juliannabradley.com
I started Blade Skatewear 30 years ago. No matter how much time has passed, the sense of failure is lurking just under the skin. It never really goes away.
In this episode, I speak about my first “real business.” I admit, it was a tough story to tell. Since we usually only hear about success stories, I wanted to lay out the path to why I started Blade and where I went wrong.
I haven’t told the full story in at least a decade and was surprised at how emotional I got in the end.
Produced and Edited by Julianna Bradley
www.juliannabradley.com
We are in unprecedented times. These days of shelter in place, and social distancing have changed everything for all of us. In fact, it’s a whole new game. The world as we knew it will never be the same.
And although we face big mountains in front of us, and there is much to do, I see that there are incredible possibilities.
At this time, we have an extraordinary opportunity to change our lives, our communities, our world. I am feeling the call to pivot. I cannot see going back to normal. In fact, I don’t think we can even if we tried.
Normal has changed for all of us all at once. Small businesses in every town in every state, including Verge Yoga, the business I started 15 years ago, are facing the very real possibility that the dreams they made into reality could be coming to an end.
And all the people who are now out of a job are looking at the very real possibility that they may have no choice but to take control of their own steering wheel and find a way to make money in their own venture.
My life as an entrepreneur has been to do just that, to launch ideas into action. To start my own gig.
It feels like the right time to pivot and turn my energies fully toward the things I value most and the ways I can best serve in the days and years to come.
I can only share what I have to give.
Entreprenuer was born from conversations with my daughter who I’ve spend more time with during this month than I have in years. And who has pivoted onto her own entrepreneurial journey.
And what I have to share in this special series are my stories I shared with her of digging deep to find my purpose, turning my ideas into action, finding the grit and motivation even when I wanted to quit, and attracting others with shared vision to build business together.
Produced and Edited by Julianna Bradley
www.juliannabradley.com
Tune into a sneak peek of Cara ‘s new series about the impulse of creativity and the behind-the-scenes truth of running a business.
She’ll share stories about her career colored by more failures than successes, more lows than high, hoping that her journey as an entrepreneur will inspire you to spark your own.
First episode will be out the week of April 20.
Audio Production by Julianna Bradley
| At this time we have an extraordinary opportunity to awaken to new possibility. However, the hardest thing we are dealing with right now is uncertainty. We don’t know when will return to normal. We don’t know if there is a normal to return to. There’s not a lot we can plan and we certainly cannot predict anything. The state of “not knowing” is brutal. It’s ever-present. And, unfortunately, it can make us suffer—greatly. On the other hand, learning to live in uncertainty—and to be okay with not knowing—can be liberating. It can be freeing and joyful. It also be extraordinarily fruitful. Learning to be present in uncertain times is perhaps the most important thing we can practice. Letting go of the need to know how things are going to work out automatically open us up to possibility—immense possibility. Tune in for more… |
Remember those days when you felt lighter and brighter—when you didn’t have a care in the world and could sing and dance with abandon? If you need a quick boost of positivity, tune into this Mini-Message. Cara shares a story of her 7-year old daughter reflected on the freedom she felt as a toddler.
Join Cara for Part 3 of a three part series and learn how to turn chronic stress into mental fitness. Discover how to feel clear, have more energy and feel awake and alive.
This week Cara interviews Dr. Shawn Talbott, a stress expert and psychonutritionist. Learn about the new science of the gut-brain axis and how to feel more mentally fit by focusing on your gut health.
Discover how to embody the opposite of burnout, or what’s often called “psychological vigor,” and how to experience more:
-Physical energy
-Emotional stability
-Mental acuity and sharpness
Mentions and More:
more on Dr. Shawn Talbott – https://doctalbott.com
more on Amare Global – the mental wellness company https://bit.ly/2IoCTf5
Website: https://www.carabradley.net
Mental Wellness Biz: https://www.carabradley.net/verge-b3/
Book: On The Verge: Wake Up, Show Up and Shine https://www.carabradley.net/book/
Email: hello@carabradley.net
Join Cara for a 3-part series on how to turn chronic stress into mental fitness. Discover how to feel clear, have more energy and feel awake and alive.
Learn about the core tenets of Mental Fitness and how to integrate them into your daily routines and how to experience greater clarity and calm, improve stress resiliency and increase your energy and vitality.
Key Areas of Focus will include:
-Body – The importance of daily rhythmic movement
-Brain – Meditation, the nervous system and your natural state
-Biome – The amazing relationship between your gut microbiome and mental wellness
-Sleep – How a sleep hygiene routine impacts your overall well-being
-Nature – Experiencing wakeful awareness in natural settings
-Play – Finding daily joy in your primary flow activities
Discover how to embody the opposite of burnout, or what’s often called “psychological vigor,” and how to experience more:
-Physical energy
-Emotional stability
-Mental acuity and sharpness
more on Amare Global – the mental wellness company https://bit.ly/2IoCTf5
Join Cara for a special 3-part series about turning chronic stress into mental fitness. Hear stories about what works to reduce the effects of stress, feel clearer and calmer, have more energy, and feel alive again.
Learn about the core tenets of Mental Fitness and how to integrate them into your daily routines and how to experience greater clarity and calm, improve stress resiliency and increase your energy and vitality.
Key Areas of Focus will include:
-Body – The importance of daily rhythmic movement
-Brain – Meditation, the nervous system and your natural state
-Biome – The amazing relationship between your gut microbiome and mental wellness
-Sleep – How a sleep hygiene routine impacts your overall well-being
-Nature – Experiencing wakeful awareness in natural settings
-Play – Finding daily joy in your primary flow activities
Discover how to embody the opposite of burnout, or what’s often called “psychological vigor,” and how to experience more:
-Physical energy
-Emotional stability
-Mental acuity and sharpness
more on Amare Global – the mental wellness company https://bit.ly/2IoCTf5
Do you feel an intense pressure to be productive all the time? Seeing people doing stuff online—such as offering products, programs and services—might be triggering a sense of urgency in you to do more, and to do it faster!
If you feel like you are pushing projects or forcing things to happen, then tune into this episode. Cara shares her struggle with being patient with herself and how she is breaking a habit of rushing to do, achieve and produce. She shares her new commitment to stop forcing and pushing by slowing down her pace of production and allowing ideas to simmer, mature and develop.
Learn how to let go of pushing and be more patient with yourself. Try asking yourself these questions:
- What am I forcing to make happen?
- Where am I lacking patience?
- What can I slow down?
- And what needs space to breathe?
Asking the right questions may help you to discern how much you do and how fast you do it. Like Cara, you may discover how to stop pushing and forcing and how to instead slow down and allow ideas and relationships to mature.
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What if the peace you are seeking is already right here, waiting for you to pause and receive. Join Cara for a few minutes and give yourself permission to experience calm in this short meditation practice.
Mentions & More:
Cara’s Website – https://www.carabradley.net
Adyashanti – https://www.adyashanti.org
Stability. It’s the intersection of strength and flexibility. Tune into this Mini-Message for more on cultivating stability of body and mind.
A verge is a boundary or an edge. It’s a threshold between being over here and over there. The verge is where shift takes place. It’s also where we thrive.
Live, right there—on the verge—on the edge of change, and we come alive.
Embracing change, instead of struggling against it, is the topic of this special episode during which Cara talks about big changes as she transitions out of Verge Yoga, the business she founded over 15 years ago. She shares her dreams and plans as she shifts “beyond the verge,” her process of learning when and how to pivot, and her tender relationship with an uncertain future.
We try. We strive. We keep ourselves busy. We fill our calendars and to-do lists with things to make us feel like we are “doing” something useful and important. Have you ever wondered what would happen if you stopped all of the busyness? In this episode, Cara asks you to take inventory of how you’re spending your precious life and to answer a few thought-provoking questions like:
What if you just stopped doing so much?
What would happen?
Who would notice?
What would it feel like to not push so hard?
Tune in and explore who you are beneath the level of busy with a simple practice called: This is who I am…
Enjoy.
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Pause to turn down the volume outside and turn up the volume of your inner experience. It’s not only relaxing, it’s also necessary for optimal mental wellness. Join Cara for this short guided meditation to slow down your thinking mind.
Tune into this quick-hit tip on how a middle school crossing guard reminds us to slow down as move through the world.
Day after day you repeat the same thoughts. Over and over again you may complain, blame, judge and doubt yourself and others. These unhelpful thoughts are exhausting. They drain your energy. And, at the end of the day, these trite little pokes at your self esteem do little to improve your life. In this episode, Cara asks you to take a hard look at your inner critic and name what you are tired of hearing between your ears. For, in the end, we must observe it before we can change it.
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Bring a quality of attention and intention to your life by developing moment to moment awareness. Learn how in this short guided meditation.
Being impeccable means to move in the world in alignment with high level values like love, truth and service. Learn how to be impeccable in this new year and new decade by bringing a quality of attention and intention to everything you do.
Photo by Gaetano Cessati on Unsplash
Eckhart Tolle asks, “Are you polluting the world or helping to clean it up?” In this quick tip episode Cara talks about how to catch yourself and shift your state when your mood turns negative or your actions turn sour.
Everyone you meet is dealing with some level of struggle. Suffering is real. If we are not dealing with grief, anxiety, or financial tension, we are struggling with health issues, addiction or depression. And the list goes on. Knowing this, and really believing that we are all struggling can be life-changing. In this episode, Cara talks about our collective struggle and how to let go of the judgment of others and to instead try tenderness.
She reminds you that tenderness starts with yourself. When you are tender with yourself, that love spreads out into the world. Tune in to learn three powerful practices to foster tenderness and cultivate compassion.
Mentions & More
Video: Glasses of Empathy
Tonglen Practice with Pema Chodron
Be kind to yourself as you are right now. Try this quick loving-kindness practice to lift your mood. Loving-kindness, called metta in Pali, is not a romantic type of love, but rather a behavior, an offering of friendliness toward all living beings — including yourself. Especially yourself. And if that’s not a tall enough order, metta is a kind of unconditional loving-kindness, which means you need to completely embrace yourself — the good, the bad, and the seemingly ugly. Give it a try!
This rerun episode is a call to stop the insanity of putting your wellbeing off until “after the holidays” (or after the summer, or after the fill in the blank). Tune in to learn how to set priorities and put YOU first.
Learn how to commit to 5 daily practices to stay well by Breathing, Moving, Finding Stillness, Being Quiet, and Getting Outside.
Start today and stop the crazy year-end cycle of binging and purging.
Mentions and More:
Episode 36: What are your non-negotiables?
Episode 63: Move the Ball Forward
Wait! Pull your hand away from that afternoon snack. Don’t pour the coffee! Instead, wake up your brain in just a few minutes in this quick-hit Mini-Win Practice.
Get on your feet and try Cara’s signature Spinal 6.
All you need to remember is: Backward. Forward. Side. Side. Twist. Twist.
And don’t forget! “90% of the stimulation and nutrition to your brain comes from movement of your spine.” ~ Roger Sperry – neurophysiologist and Nobel Laureate
If you are a visual learner check out two videos: 1) Spinal 6 from Costa Rica or 2) Cara’s Spinal 6 published on Mindful Magazine.
Also check out more of her videos on Cara’s YouTube Channel.
Potential. It represents capacity—your capacity. Potential is your unique qualities to touch, serve, educate and inspire others. Untapped potential means those qualities lay dormant. They are yet uncultivated. Tune in to learn how to begin manifesting or awakening your potential. It’s easier than you think.
Put yourself first! Yes, you can! This mini-message explores how to finally, once and for all, put your needs and your health first. We’ll talk about how to make sure that you are feeding and fueling your body and mind to be your best self (instead of that, not so fun, busy, speedy, distracted self). Let’s go!
Mentions and More
How often do you feel icky or awkward after a conversation or social media post? Why do you do things and say things that are misaligned with how you really feel? Feeling like fake—or not authentic—feels nothing less than awful.
And, it’s also incredibly draining.
On the flip side, showing up as you, fully you, lights up every cell in your body. It’s nothing less than electrifying.
In this episode Cara shares how she’s gone from inauthentic and living with soul-crushing self-doubt, to committing to being nothing less than 100% authentic. She offers practical steps to show up fully you right away.
When you win the morning, you win the day. ~Tony Robbins Do morning monsters overtake you before you even get out of bed? Do you wake up with a heavy feeling of dread in your chest? In this episode, Cara shares the importance of paying close attention to your thoughts in the first minutes upon waking. She explains how you starting your day on a positive note—before your feet even hit the floor. Learn how getting up on the wrong side of bed can easily lead to feeling out of sorts or funky all day long. Listen in to learn Cara’s personal process on how to prime your state for happier, more positive and more powerful day.
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I’m so busy! No, actually, I’m crazy busy! We hear those words every day (heck, maybe every hour) in our mind, at work and on the street. We’ve learned to wear our “busyness” on our sleeves like it’s some badge of honor. What is crazy busy anyway, and why are we rushing through our precious lives so that we can proclaim it to the world?
In this episode Cara talks about being busy—as a state—and how you get to choose to live in it or not. Encouraging us to “stop the insanity,” Cara asks you to define how “busy” shows up in your body and mind. She offers a short practice to explore yourself beyond being busy and how doing so you are ultimately more productive (and more fun).
Mentions and More
* Are you Interested in how I’m improving my mental wellness with Amare?
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– Email me at cara@carabradley.net
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Discover how easy it is to keep your inner fire of inspiration burning brightly. What are you doing to come home to yourself every day? What are you doing to tap into your deepest desires, curiosities and passions? In this episode Cara shares how, up until recently, she had lost her connection with herself, she had forgotten to tend to her fire, her inner fire.
If you feel lost in the daily speed of your growing lists and over-crowded schedules, you might be in the same boat. You might need to check back in with yourself beyond just the quick peek in the mirror before rushing off to work.
Tune in as Cara shares how to come home to yourself including 1) powering up your energy in the morning and powering down your energy in the evening 2) how to tend to yourself at a deeper level, with heightened self-awareness and 3) bringing a quality of sacredness to this type of high impact self-care.
Discover how easy it is to keep your inner fire of inspiration burning brightly.
Mentions and More
* Are you Interested in how I’m improving my mental wellness with Amare?
– Check out this
– Email me at cara@carabradley.net
– Let’s start a conversation.
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My book – On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine
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Love this podcast? Leave a review on iTunes and help more folk wake up, show up and shine.
Feeling stuck in your body, work or in a relationship? Explore how to let go and come undone. We can’t force what’s been hidden to come forth. We can’t force our shadows to reveal themselves. In fact, we’ve become expert at keeping our shadows undercover. That’s why we call them shadows. But, we can be willing to come undone just enough for our deep feelings of fear or inadequacy to be exposed.
In this episode, Cara shares how she’s found the courage to look directly at her shadows. She explores key activities and places that have helped her open up enough to expose deeply suppressed feelings of self-doubt and loneliness.
Learn how your hidden secrets hold you back from shining, from realizing your potential. Also, learn how harboring deeply rooted shadows may be blocking your natural expression and creativity. Listen in and discover how to identify the doorways to exposing your own shadows and how to find the courage and willingness to come undone.
Mentions and More
* Are you Interested in how I’m improving my mental wellness with Amare?
– Check out this
– Email me at cara@carabradley.net
– Let’s start a conversation.
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Find links to all of my content here.
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My book – On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine
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Love this podcast? Leave a review on iTunes and help more folk wake up, show up and shine.
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If you strive to be fully authentic, don’t miss this episode. Getting deeply personal, Cara shares why she’s been hiding beneath veils of loneliness and sadness and how she’s now finally able to name her shadows. In the midst of her heart breaking open, she encourages you to identify how you shut down, play small or simply hide from the world. She walks you through how a new business partnership has cracked her open to face long standing sadness and insecurity. Get ready to crack open yourself and face the shadows in your heart that hold you back.
Mentions and More
* Interested in what I’m doing with Amare-The Mental Wellness Company?
– Check out this
– Email me at cara@carabradley.net
– Let’s have a conversation
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Blog What are you not willing to admit
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In order to succeed at anything, you’ve got to be willing to show up and suck. Eleanor Roosevelt famously said, “Do something that scares you every day” (and be willing to suck at it).
What are you currently doing that scares you—even a little bit? What is making you uncomfortable? In this fiery episode, Cara talks about growth—your growth—and how doing stuff that scares you is the path of growth. Now, if what scares you is taking on a new role, new project or sharing your story in a new way, it’s important to recognize that you may suck at it in the beginning.
Show up anyway.
To avoid completely sucking to the point of no return, Cara references the Flow Trigger called the Challenge to Skills Ratio. By learning to challenge yourself a little bit everyday (4-6% above your skill level), you’ll learn new skills gracefully. In other words, you may suck less.
Show up and suck. You’ll not only feel more awake and energized, you’ll may just find yourself fearlessly creating, singing louder and reaching higher.
The skies the limit.
Mentions and More Episode #118 Start Before You’re Ready
My book – On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine
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Megan Rapinoe’s World Cup goal pose is now a meme – as seen in The Daily Dot Strike the pose and unapologetically say to the world, “Here I am.” If you didn’t know her before, you know her now. Megan Rapinoe, is the captain of the US Women’s National Soccer Team. She is also that purple haired, top scoring, and charismatic total badass who has recently inspired women around the globe with “the pose.”
If you’ve watched any of the games, you already know about Megan’s pose.
In this episode Cara takes this new meme a step further to explain why you should practice striking Megan’s pose—every day. When you strike Megan’s pose, when you reach arms out, lift chest high and open your heart like Megan did after scoring a goal, you will unapologetically say to the world, “Here I am.”
You will say:
Here I am and I like who I am.
I like who I am in the world, and I’m going to share my opinion.
I’m going to share my uniqueness.
I’m going to share my purple hair.
I am going to celebrate me.
I am here to shine!
No apologies necessary.
Strike the pose and you reaffirm your confidence—to yourself—and this changes everything.
How Your Biology Becomes Your Psychology Listen to this episode and find out how your physical posture influences how you feel about yourself, what you think, and what you do.
In other words, our biology becomes psychology.
Make your body support your mind and your life will start to shift. Strike the pose consistently and you’ll start to build confidence. You’ll may actually start believing in yourself!
Day after day take those small courageous steps. Day after day throw your arms out and lift your chin. Day after day shine a little brighter.
Give it a try. Strike the pose. Let go of what other people may think. (No one is really thinking about us anyway) Step up on your stage—big or small—throw your arms out, lift your chest, lift your chin and look out at the world with that Megan Rapinoe grin.
Here I am. And I have something to say.
Even if you are the only one listening, it doesn’t matter. Say it anyway.
Strike the pose for you—right now—like you just scored the goal to win your own World Cup.
Warning: Buckle your seatbelt. Practicing the pose will launch your life to a whole new level.
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Video – The Megan Rapinoe Pose – Megan Rapinoe Drills Amazing Free Kick Goal for USWNT vs France and Has Awesome Celebration
Amy Cuddy Ted Talk (53 million views and counting!)
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
– Marianne Williamson, A Return to Love
My book – On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine
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Do you feel exhausted more often than not? If so, the antidote may not be to get more rest. If you feel depleted and exhausted all of the time, you may not need more space or time alone. In this show Cara brings you a passionate talk about about dilemma many of us face day in and day out— feeling overworked and overwhelmed. She also chimes in about a common habit you may have adopted (along with the rest of us). It’s the unskillful (and unattractive) habit of blaming the world for your crappy mood or negative state.
Also, you may be surprised that the cure for exhaustion may not be a catnap or a day off, but rather taking actions that make you feel more alive. In addition, you’ll explore simple daily actions that plug you into your very own “transformer” of energy helping you to recharge and restore your energy.
Lastly, discover how to monitor your state moment to moment and how sensing into when you need a reboot may save you from crashing into destructive states of overwhelm, stress and exhaustion.
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Book – Crossing the Unknown Sea by David Whyte
Video – A Good Day with Brother David Steindl-Rast
Relaxing Music by Ludovico Einaundi
My book – On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine
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Looking to the outside world to make things better? Wake up and try being a self-authoring human being instead. Do you feel overwhelmed, overworked and over scheduled? Do you feel as though there’s not enough time, space or peace in your life? If so, then wake up and tune into this episode. You’ll hear my passionate plea about waking up and becoming a self-authoring and anti-fragile human being.
To start, I ask (if you are) to stop blaming the world for your lack of time, lack of quiet, lack of space, and lack of peace. In other words, stop blaming others. Instead, look at yourself and your life, put your own hands on your own steering wheel and start driving your own life.
Self-Authoring and Anti-Fragile I also beg you (yes, I beg you) to stop looking to the outside world to make things better and instead, be a self-authoring human being. In short, self-authoring means an empowered someone who generates motivation from within. Also, it’s a person who trusts his or her own intelligence above and beyond what the world has to say.
In addition to being self authoring, I encourage you to be anti-fragile. Be that person who is not easily put off or thrown out of whack by external forces, i.e. the angry boss, the upset partner or the cranky kids.
Finally, I remind you that you are “not dead yet” and that you can wake up right now and admit to yourself what is not working in your life. You can look at yourself, lift up the hood of the car, and get underneath and check yourself out (with love and compassion of course!).
Nobody’s going to do this for you. Nobody. There’s no self help book out there that is going to change your life the way that you paying attention to you can.
Give yourself the time and space you need to pause and reflect. Remember that you are not dead yet. There is plenty of life waiting to be lived. So, remember to wake up and pay attention.
Because this is your life. And you are worth it.
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Episode #96: What is Your Hell Yeah?
Medium Article – Your Hell Yeah Wake Up Call
Alive at Work by Daniel Cable
On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine by Cara Bradley
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Fully Alive, Engaged and Awake: Live at four or five and there’s no stopping you.
Have you ever stopped to ask yourself, “How awake and engaged am I in my life right now?” If you’re like most people, the answer is likely to be not often or never. In this episode, Cara brings you her Aliveness Scale. A way to measure states throughout the day—the Alive Scale is new. You’re getting it hot off the presses and still somewhat unformed (which is sometimes the best, isn’t it?) Here’s her summary:
The Aliveness Scale runs 1 through 5 as follows: 4 and 5: “F” Words Abound!
When we feel “F”-ed.” To be more explicit, at a five we feel Fired up, Fiercely focused, Fully engaged, Fully awake, and IN FLOW. At a five we experience in FULL, or as I write about in On The Verge, with high definition clarity and high voltage energy.
Four, it’s a lighter version of five. Fours are wonderful micro-flow moments, when we feel content and present. For example, at a four we may not feel as “F”-ed up.” Instead, we carry this delightful sense that all is well with the world—for the moment anyway.
1 and 2: Bring on the “D” words
At a one or two on the scale of aliveness, we feel Dull, Disengaged, Disconnected, Disenchanted, Depleted, maybe even a little Depressed. We’re not very engaged, we don’t feel alive and we’re going through the motions.
3 – Meh
Three is where most of us spend most of our time. Right down the center of aliveness. At three, we are “meh” about life. We’re not great and we’re not bad. We may on autopilot or on speed. We live in our heads more than in the present moment. Stuck in our busy minds and numb to to beauty around us, we become proficient little worker bees. In other words, we get shit done.
Live at a three too much of your precious life and you may find yourself telling others how “crazy busy” you are (like the rest of us aren’t busy!). It’s likely you do not take one second to stop and smell the roses, you’re doing too much and feel stressed out all the time. In other words, if you are always overwhelmed , you’re likely hanging out in three way too much.
How to Live a Four or Five Life To live at a four or five more often, you need to notice more and notice everything! Notice when you’re disengaged. Notice when you feel dull. Notice when you feel depleted or overwhelmed And then, do something about it! Make a change, switch your state, go for a walk, tell the truth, get creative, take a nap.
The possibilities are infinite. If you want more ideas, listen to almost every On The Verge podcast.
Let’s take this home. The most important thing you can do to live at a four or five more often, is to STOP WAITING for people to be perfect or for situations to improve. It will never happen, EVER! No one can do this for you. And, it’s not going to magically happen either.
So what do you need to do? Start making your state your priority. Rate your state of aliveness throughout the day. Then, choose where you want to live. Do you really want to hang out in a one or two (in the D words)? Or just barely survive and be “meh” at three? How about you slam it and wake up one day committed to living at a four or five FULLY ENGAGED AND ALIVE?
Here’s the bottom line (if there is a bottom line.) When you start living in four or five more often than not, there is no stopping you. THERE IS NO STOPPING YOU!
Finally, I beg of you, don’t spend the rest of your life at a one, two, or three. Go for the four or five. Because what your world needs MOST is for you to feel FULLY ENGAGED AND ALIVE.
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Episode #115: What are you Most Curious About?
Episode #114:A Great Tool to Make Time Your Ally
On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine by Cara Bradley
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Your struggle is not only useful, it’s necessary for growth and creativity.
Are you struggling in a relationship or with a project at work? Don’t wish it away! There’s good news.
In Cara’s latest short snippet of no-hype advice, she talks about struggle, your struggle, her struggle and how our struggle can lead us into flow—where we feel bigger, brighter, and better all around.
This theory is based on the work of the Godfather of Flow, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and further documented by my friends at the Flow Genome Project.
The Flow Cycle includes four stages:
1. Struggle
2. Release
3. Flow
4. Recover
Plug in those ear buds and listen up to learn how to navigate the highs and lows of your very own Flow Cycle.
Words of wisdom from the Godfather of Flow Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi:
“The best moments in our lives are not the passive, receptive, relaxing times . . . The best moments usually occur if a person’s body or mind is stretched to its limits in a voluntary effort to accomplish something difficult and worthwhile.”
Want more? Here’s a video of the Flow Cycle with Steven Kotler of the Flow Research Collective. As Steven says, “We now know that flow works not like an on-off switch but in a four-part cycle. Understanding these cycles can help you to more often access flow.”
So the next time you feel stretched to you limits remember the Flow Cycle and smile! You may be super close to the inspiration you’ve been waiting for.
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Episode #99: Find Your Flow in 15 Minutes
Episode #80: Flow State – Learn to Return
Herbert Bensen: The Relaxation Response
Flow Genome Project
Flow Cycle with Steven Kotler
On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine by Cara Bradley
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Start now. Get going. Stop waiting around for everything to “line up.”
Do you have a great idea for a project, business, lifestyle but can’t seem to jump start it? Or, are you waiting for more information, more expertise, more something? In this episode, Cara talks about how to find the courage to start before you “think” you are ready — a concept she learned from motivational speaker Mel Robbins.
In short, you’re never really going to believe you are ready. There will always be that course you should take before starting your business, the milestone before calling yourself an artist, the money you should save before making that lifestyle change. Furthermore, there will always be something you think needs to happen before you call yourself a writer, artist, entrepreneur, etc.
Cara also explains how most of us doubt our abilities to the point of immobilization. In other words, we can’t and don’t move forward on ideas and dreams until we think we are ready.
Finally, Cara offers solutions to get you started before your think you are ready including how to take daily actions and find flow by challenging yourself 4-6% more every day.
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Coffee Talk with Mel Robbins
Episode 115# : What are you most curious about?
On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine by Cara Bradley
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Find out how to use feedback to get clear on what’s holding you back.
We are brilliant beings with intelligence flooding, our systems. 24/7. We each have unique gifts to share with the world—our own unique version of lightness and brightness. However, oftentimes feedback gets in the way.
It happens all the time. We receive constructive criticism and we shut down. We block ourselves from really listening. We hold ourselves back from showing up in our brilliance.
We all do it to some degree. What is blocking you from shining? Is it doubt, fear, old patterns and conditioning? Do place more importance on what others think than what you believe? (Ouch). Is it something you are unwilling to face?
In this episode, Cara does her best to answer these challenging questions. She also gets personal about how she was recently “brought to her knees” after hearing tough feedback and how she let down her guard to see the “truth in the sting.”
Finally she explores how to use honest, and oftentimes painful feedback to learn, grow and to ultimately get out of your own way and how doing so will not only bring clarity to where you’ve been hiding, it will also makes you feel more open, tender and alive.
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On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine by Cara Bradley
Episode 88: Can you Handle the Truth?
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Photo by Olhar Angolano on Unsplash
Find out how to spark aliveness and the sense of optimism, courage, confidence and contentment that comes along with it.
We spend way too much time living in our heads feeling dulled and disconnected. As adults we move further and further away from natural childhood curiosity and excitement. We mute our enthusiasm for the delightfully simple things in life in exchange for getting more stuff done.
In this episode, Cara talks about a better way to live by being a kid again.
Using her life as example, she takes you on a journey of childhood experiences when she felt awake, engaged and fully alive. Furthermore, she points to how we can rekindle our sense of childhood aliveness by paying attention and noticing flow—our optimal state of awareness when we feel and perform our best.
Finally, she explains how not to bypass the extraordinary opportunities happening every day to live in flow by encouraging you to lean into the experience feeling fully alive and the sense of optimism, courage, confidence and contentment that comes along with it.
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On The Verge: Wake up, Show up, and Shine by Cara Bradley
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Find out how to spark your natural seeking curiosity and feel more alive.
Did you know that humans are hard-wired to seek out new and different territories? In other words, we are born naturally curious beings. Being interested in new stuff is our survival mechanism! Unfortunately, as we get older (and busier), we seem to get less curious and more passive. For instance, we may unconsciously jump on Netflix rather than read a non-fiction book, or, scroll through Facebook rather than learn about melting glaciers or the new species of ants recently discovered.
What happened to our natural curiosity—that seeking state we were born with?
In this episode Cara talks about how to re-spark your natural curiosity with a simple protocol. 1) Start by listing 25 topics you are curious about. 2) Create a daily curiosity practice by spending 15 minutes per day on a topic of interest. 3) Enjoy a hit of excitement and a jolt of enthusiasm as you learn and discover new stuff.
Listen and learn how sparking your natural curiosity is an easy way to feel happier and more excited about life.
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Alive At Work by Daniel Cable
The Habit of Ferocity with Steven Kotler
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Learn how a tomato and 25 minutes gets you into flow every time. In this episode Cara talks about a powerful tool called The Pomodoro Technique also know as the Tomato Timer. (fun, isn’t it?). She explains how it has been a game changer in her life. In short, it’s helped her make time her ally and not her enemy. In other words, she’s learned to work with time, not against it. Furthermore and most importantly, she talks about how this simple productivity tool gets her into Flow. Listen for more. Here’s the gist.
The process underlying the Pomodoro Technique consists of the following steps:
- Choose a task you’d like to get done.
- Set the Pomodoro Timer (or your phone timer) for 25 minutes.
- Work on the task until the bell rings.
- Take a 5 minute break (yes take it, stand, stretch, get some water)
- Begin again.
- Every 4 pomodoros (or 25 minute increments) take a longer break for at least 20 minutes.
However, here’s the challenge. When you are in a pomodoro (or a 25 minute increment) you are only focusing on your clearly stated task. That’s it. No cheating. The phone is off. Your social media is shut down. You are in it. Totally and fiercely focused.
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Fransisco Cirillo – Creator of The Pomodoro Technique
Benefits of The Pomodoro Technique
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Photo by Dalton Touchberry on Unsplash Knowing and being. Learn how to balance the two, what it feels like to be at the extremes, and how to play and dance in flow. In this episode Cara talks about paying attention to our need to know and yearn to be. Specifically she dives into looking at our desire to devour more and more information and how doing so wreaks havoc on our nervous system. In addition she describes the opposite end of the spectrum, that is seeking state experiences of pleasure and euphoria and how that makes us feel flighty and ungrounded. Furthermore, she explains how to play with the balance of the two. Learn how to recognize extreme states and how being in extremes for too long, in either direction, makes us feel depleted and disconnected. Discover how to balance your desire to know with your desire to be and how doing so creates an environment in which you refuel and replenish and ultimately live in flow more often.
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Article by Ram Dass – What is the difference between knowing and being?
Episode 108: Return to Center
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Your body is telling your story. Before you even open your mouth others can sense who you are. Your state of being walks in the room before you utter a word. Discover how to become fluent in the language of your body by tuning into your nervous system and your state all day long.
In this episode Cara talks about the importance of making our state our priority. She emphasizes how to be stable, clear and calm in order to have a more consistently positive impact on others. She explains how to practice making your optimal states your default states with questions like: where am I, how am I, what needs to change? Do I need to pause, 20 more energy. She encourages to check in with what you may need to do to make a state shift. For example, you may need to do 10 squats to have more uplifted energy before the call. Or maybe you need some silence to settle before the phone call.
Whatever it is, your body is telling your story the moment you walk into a room. What is that story? Are you ready to find out?
Finally, in the words of two greats: Who you are, speak so loudly. I can’t hear what you’re saying, who you are, speak so loudly. – Ralph Waldo Emerson
I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did.But people will never forget how you make them feel. – Maya Angelou
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- Your Body Keeps The Score by Bessel Van de Kolk
- The PolyVagal Theory by Stephen W. Porges
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Being needy feels creepy—in our bones. Learn how to notice and move past expecting. How does it feel to be needy? Do you feel creepy when you expect, want, hope someone will do something for your benefit? What does it feel like in your body? In this episode Cara explores this provocative phrase she first learned from master coach Rich Litvin. She describes her own experiences of feeling needy and how awfully inauthentic it feels to want others to “do” or “give” you something.
As Rich Litvin wrote, “If you’ve got this sense of extreme need in your mind, your behavior and your communication is going to push the person away. That’s because neediness is creepy.”
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- Master Coach Rich Litvin
- Watch this video to get an idea of what “needy” looks like
Photo by Yuriy Kovalev on Unsplash
Life is happening. Your life is happening. Right now your life is in process. Moments are coming and going, never to return again. No matter what you’re doing or not doing or what you’re saying or not saying, this moment matters as much as any other you’ve lived.
This moment is your life. If you miss it, you miss your life.
When you show up and allow yourself to experience whatever is happening, you tap into your full spectrum of senses and you shift from doing to being, from thinking to experiencing.
Wake up in this moment and you feel fully alive.
If you feel like your life is speeding by, you’ll want to listen to this episode. Find out how to notice when you’re missing moments and how to wake up and be here now.