Self-Care Daily with Rachel Brathen

Latest Episodes:

A Meditation to Invite In Space Sep 10, 2025

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Many of us know the feeling of tightness and pain, both in our physical bodies and in our minds. In today’s episode, Rachel will guide you through a meditation to invite in the possibility of space. Close your eyes and ask yourself - where is there tension in my body? What am I holding onto? Then take deep breaths through it. Tune in to begin.

What Would You Feel Lighter Without? Sep 09, 2025

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We are working this week to let go. But what does that actually mean? This is an abstract concept that is hard to define. So, we are going to take it step by step. In today’s episode, you will discover what is most urgent to you to surrender to. Rachel will help walk you through it, then take it to your journal. Tune in to begin.

What Are You Ready to Let Go of in Your Life? Sep 08, 2025

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Whether you are into astrology or not, you may be feeling the effects of the full lunar eclipse in Pisces we had over the weekend. This is an unstable time - and eclipse season is asking us to surrender and let go. A cycle is coming to an end, but it may be a shaky and bumpy ride. What are you ready to let go of? This week will be centered around the thing you are so done with. Tune in to begin.

A Small Change with a Big Impact to Your Daily Routine Sep 05, 2025

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Do you have any routines right now that may not align with your life in the fall? In today’s episode, you are going to make a small tweak to one of your daily habits. It can be hard to change things up, but it will be more aligned with where you are going versus where you have been - and that will have a big impact. Tune in to begin.

What Are You Looking Forward to in the Fall? Sep 04, 2025

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We are in an in-between place right now. Summer is ending but fall hasn’t quite arrived. With one foot in each season, we can hold gratitude for all that came in the summer, and anchor into the excitement for the fall. What are you most looking forward to? Reflect on it today so you can be ready when it arrives. Tune in to begin.

A Moment of Gratitude for Everything This Summer Brought You Sep 03, 2025

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Summer is coming to a close and there is no better time to sit in reflection and gratitude. In today’s episode, you will honor the magic of the summer. Look back over it and ask yourself, what were you most grateful for? Then hold it in your heart as you move on to fall. Tune in to begin.

What Resource Helps You Navigate Change Slowly? Sep 02, 2025

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We don’t go from the peak of summer to the peak of fall overnight. As with nature, we can ease into the new season slowly and steadily and with a bit more balance. Don’t overwhelm yourself thinking you need to get everything done and back into routine overnight! In today’s episode, you will connect with the resources that help you embrace change - ones that will help you slow down and connect with fall. Tune in to begin.

Are You Allowing the Energy of Fall Into Your Life? Sep 01, 2025

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Last week we said goodbye to summer with one last hurrah. Now, as we step back into school season and routine, can we bring more of the energy of fall into our lives? It’s on its way, and it's best to align with it. Rachel will share some practices this week to invite you in. Tune in to begin.

A Local Summertime Meal for Self-Care Aug 29, 2025

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Our self-care practice for today is the most nourishing, delicious practice that you could think of. We are going to have a summertime meal! What is your favorite thing to eat in the summer? Can you source local and fresh ingredients and create something beautiful on your plate? Rachel will give you some ideas. Tune in to begin.

A Movement Practice You Can Do Outside Aug 28, 2025

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Moving our bodies every day is so important. But sometimes, in the summertime, we take for granted just how easy it is to throw on our shoes and be active outdoors. Winter forces us to be inside more than we’d probably like. For today’s practice, we are going to take some time for a physical practice that we can do outside. Enjoy it, appreciate it, and tune in to begin.