The Meditative Shift

Zen Your Gut Jul 04, 2024

Recent research has uncovered a remarkable link between these two seemingly unrelated aspects of health. Did you know that monks who regularly meditate have different gut microbes than their neighbors? This finding has opened up a new frontier in understanding how our mental state can influence our physical health. In today's episode, Susan talks about: meditation, anxiety, and cortisol the impact of a balance gut practical tips for meditation and gut health

Mindset Self Care Essentials Jun 18, 2024

At the core of self-care lies its essential role in fostering a clear and calm mindset. Amid the fast pace of today's world, carving out time and space to prioritize our mental and emotional well-being can seem non-existent, and even when it is possible, it often feels overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. Taylor explores six vital self-care practices designed to protect and nurture a calm and tranquil mind.

Foundations For A Mindset Reset Mar 31, 2024

A mindset reset isn't just about changing how we think on a superficial level; it's about transforming how we perceive and interact with the world around us. It’s about shifting from a reactive state, where life seems to happen to us, into a proactive stance, where we consciously choose our responses and shape our own experiences. In this episode, Dr Susan discusses: the very foundations of what it means to initiate a mindset reset what does a mindset really mean? why is it so crucial to our growth and happiness?

Is Stress Hurting Your Thyroid? Mar 15, 2024

Research reveals that chronic stress, a seemingly ubiquitous companion in our fast-paced lives, plays a pivotal role in disrupting thyroid hormone balance. The findings suggest that the relentless pressures of modern life could be silently sabotaging thyroid health, contributing to a range of disorders that affect millions globally. In today's episode, Dr Taylor discusses: Strategies for managing stress Nutritional tips to support thyroid health Latest insights in mitigating the impact of stress

Is Sugar Getting You Down? Dec 09, 2023

Our relationship with sugar goes beyond the taste buds. When we indulge in sugary treats, our brain releases neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin, often associated with pleasure and mood elevation. This immediate surge in feel-good chemicals can create a temporary sense of joy and happiness. Join us for insights on: The fascinating interplay of sugar with our body and mind How sugar might exacerbate anxiety and depression Practical strategies for achieving and maintaining a balanced sugar intake

Does Your Brain Need A Hit Of Happiness? Sep 11, 2023

In our modern world, where stress and uncertainty seem to be the norm, the pursuit of happiness has become a universal quest that transcends cultural boundaries and spans all living beings. But have you ever wondered why we're wired to seek happiness? Is it hardwired into our brains, compelling us to pursue it in various aspects of our lives? In this episode, Susan discusses: the science behind happiness, the brain's natural mood-enhancing substances and how to boost these neurochemicals new perspectives on creating happiness

Detox Depression: A Holistic View Aug 17, 2023

We're more connected than ever before, with technology and screens around us, yet we've never felt more alone. It's like there's a paradox at play here. And unfortunately, there's a hidden crisis that's quietly spreading among us: a condition that affects more than 264 million people of all ages. Today's episode is inspired by a holistic perspective discussing: origins of depression three types of depression holistic strategies

Fog to Focus: Reset Your Gut Jul 09, 2023

In our fast-paced modern world, many individuals find themselves grappling with a phenomenon known as "brain fog." It is an often-frustrating cognitive state characterized by difficulty concentrating, mental sluggishness, memory lapses, and a general sense of mental fatigue. In todays episode, we will explore the scientific background of the gut in clearing the fog and improving mental clarity. Topics Include: Gut brain communication- what science tells us The 3 step Protocol - a practical practice Cleansing your gut Nourishing your gut Lifestyle factors

Anxiously Inflamed: Breaking the Cycle Jun 11, 2023

Have you ever wondered why anxiety seems to have such a profound impact on our well-being? Why do those persistent worries and fears not only affect our minds but also take a toll on our bodies? In today’s episode , Dr Taylor delves into this fascinating relationship of the anxiety and inflammation cycle. Topics include: Chronic inflammation creates anxiety. Anxiety is a mind/body imbalance. Solutions to breaking the anxiety-inflammation cycle

Are You In The Meditative Shift? Jun 03, 2023

Is it time to rekindle our understanding, to reclaim our connection with nature, and embark on a transformative journey towards reawakening our vital selves and rediscovering our true purpose? Back from Sabbatical, Susan Taylor introduces the meditative shift and the need for each of us to attend to inner self care and make informed choices about our health.

Riding The Wave of Depression Aug 01, 2021

For many, the pandemic infused us with multiple forms of stress. We are left with a deep sense of loss leading to grief and perhaps a feeling of depression. In today’s episode, Dr Taylor discusses: if depression is a chemical imbalance a view from the inside 5 essential ways to move through depression

NeuroBreath: Optimize Your Brain Potential Jul 11, 2021

A growing number of clinical studies have demonstrated that breathing-including meditation-may represent a new non-pharmacological approach for improving specific aspects of how our brain focuses and thrives in stressful situations. In today’s episode, Dr Taylor discusses: The connection between breath and resilience The downside of mouth breathing How breathing can affect appetite

ReEngineer Your Brain: 3 Top NeuroEnhancers Jun 20, 2021

Did you know that you can directly impact your ability to focus, think and establish inner peace without supplements? We have much more control over our brain function than we realize and can alter the structure, function, and chemistry of our brains through our behavior, our breathing and our thinking. In today's episode, Dr. Taylor discusses: How we can turn on and turn off our genes The benefits of fasting for the brain Why staying upright nourishes our brain

Optimize Your Brain: 6 Essentials Jun 06, 2021

The number of people living with dementia worldwide is currently estimated at 50 million and will almost triple by 2050. As the incidence of Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia affect our thinking, memory, behavior and ability to live life fully increase; maintaining optimal brain function has become a key concern. In todays episode, Dr Taylor discusses: Optimizing cognitive function How breathing affects brain health 6 essential components that benefit the brain

ReSpirit Your Life May 30, 2021

Your consciousness is pure, happy, compassionate and kind by nature, but to find that we must learn to let go of the unconscious turbulence that we can fall into when we lose connection with our inner peace. In today’s episode, Dr. Taylor discusses: Wired for fear Negativity on your brain How to move out of negativity bias

Venturing Out: 4 Essentials to Support Energy May 16, 2021

Most Americans feel worn out and exhausted—a feeling that has increased since the pandemic started. As summer approaches, we are inspired to venture out with energy to live our full potential. In today’s episode, Dr Taylor discusses: Diet and gut health Herbs and supplements Supporting emotional and mental health

Psychological Immunity: How To Get It and Keep It! May 09, 2021

People look for safety. The will to survive is hardwired in every living being. In today’s episode, Dr Taylor discusses: Why our mind needs protection 5 elements of psychological immunity 5 suggestions to support a meditative mind

Tired and Exhausted? 6 Secret Energy Thieves May 02, 2021

Did you ever wonder what robs us of our energy—new challenges that may be stressful, poor diet and nutrition, anxious thoughts, or perhaps decision fatigue? In today's episode, Dr. Taylor discusses: The increase occurrence of exhaustion Energy dynamics 6 common energy thieves

Heal Faster: 5 Steps to Get Started Apr 18, 2021

Healing requires that we bring our organism back into balance. In today’s episode, Dr Susan discusses: The dynamics of health and the dynamics of disease Is there something to learn from illness? 5 Steps to heal faster

Is Your Psychological Immunity Strong? 3 Practices for Support Apr 11, 2021

The current surge of technology particularly during restrictive gatherings, challenges our physical and psychological immunity. Many are experiencing emotional vulnerability and over reactiveness, not necessarily from our interaction with others, but with our own rumination of thoughts. In today’s episode, Susan talks about: What is psychological immunity 5 mental pathogens to stay clear from How to measure your psychological immunity

Do You Have Confidence in Your Immune System? 9 Strategies to Get Started Mar 28, 2021

How confident are we to handle stress, conflict, or any difficulty for that matter? Do we have trust in ourselves to maintain our physical and psychological immunity? In today’s episode, Dr. Taylor talks about: The benefit of being positive 4 characteristics of being confident 9 strategies to build physical and psychological immunity

Hardwire Your Brain for Confidence and Happiness Mar 21, 2021

Did you know that your brain can change and this change is measurable? It takes about 40 days to rewire your brain for confidence and success. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Rewiring your brain The essence of meditation Meditation as a practice

6 Essential Foods for Good Moods Mar 14, 2021

Do you know that the food you eat can have just as profound an effect on your brain and your happiness quotient as the drugs prescribed by your health practitioner? In today’s episode, Dr Susan discusses: Linking the gut and brain The nutrients necessary to make brain neurotransmitters 6 Foods that are essential for a happy brain

Get Back Your Go: From Separation to Connection Feb 28, 2021

How do we heal when we have lost our inspiration to create and live with positivity and fullness? Deep down within our core we do indeed know that being in nature might be a solution. In today’s episode, Dr Susan discusses: How nature heals our mind and body How we disconnected from our own nature Tips to get back our go to live with positivity and fullness

Vitality Revealed! 5 Skills to Support Positive Energy Feb 14, 2021

You are aware and understand very simply that everything that happens in your mind has a physical representation in your brain and everything that happens in your brain correlates with what happens in your body. In today’s episode, Dr Susan discusses: How our mind and body interrelate How to begin to make a change The 5 essential components to live with positive energy

Reclaim Your Mind: Tips To Restore Optimism Feb 07, 2021

Americans are struggling with their mental health right now and the stress of the pandemic and unsettledness is weighing heavily on many. How we can support mental health and wellness at the intersection of the Covid-19 pandemic and unsettledness is very possible with the right ingredients. In today’s episode, Dr Susan discusses: How peace of mind is attained How to begin working with your mind 4 essential components needed

Return to Radiance: 21 Guided Meditations for Positive Energy Jan 31, 2021

Dr. Susan Taylor and the Center for Meditation Science are hosting 21 guided meditations for everyone to level-up positive energy. In today’s episode, Dr. Susan discusses: Radiance our innate potential Reclaiming positive energy 21 guided meditations

Train Your Mind For Happiness 2021: 3 Steps to Get Started Jan 03, 2021

The custom of starting the New Year with a resolution has good intentions behind it. However, as many as 90 percent good intentions don’t get very far. In today’s episode, Dr. Susan discusses: Setting positive intentions 4 qualities of being happy 3 steps to get started

Level Up Your Health for 2021. 3 Pillars of Support Dec 20, 2020

In order to step into your true radiant power, your body and mind need to be able to handle more energy. In today’s episode, Dr Susan discusses: Three pillars of radiance Diet and nutrition factors De-stressing with meditation The 21-day event coming 2021

Need to Upgrade Your Physical and Emotional Wellbeing? 5 Practices to Get Started. Dec 13, 2020

Many of us have such great intentions to live healthy and happy. With the new year upon us, is it time to set new intentions and make new resolutions? In today’s episode, Dr Susan discusses: How to use your body as a guide 5 practices to get started How to devise a personal plan

Level Up Your Thinking: 5 Things That You Can Do! Dec 06, 2020

The way we think has a direct impact on our health and wellbeing. In today’s episode, Dr Susan discusses ‘five essentials’ for optimal thinking that affect our physical, emotional, and spiritual health and well being.

Is A Digital Lifestyle Hijacking Your Brain? Nov 29, 2020

It is of no surprise that our technology habits are profoundly hijacking our brains leading to distraction, disturbance and ultimately fatigue. In today’s episode, Dr. Susan discusses: Navigating the digital world Health issues resulting from too much 'digital devicing' Tips to restore wellness

Conscious Leadership: Create An Optimistic Future Nov 07, 2020

Everyone aspires to be great and possess the freedom and fulfillment that life has to offer. But few take the path of looking inward to recognize that the fundamentals of leadership lie in “well being”. In today’s episode, Dr Susan discusses: What constitutes positive leadership What makes a great leader How to co-create an optimistic future

5 Essentials to ReVitalize Yourself Nov 01, 2020

Vitality is essential to live with health and happiness. Therefore, it is important that we establish ourselves in a lifestyle to support energy. In today’s episode, Dr Susan discusses principles of vitality: Why we need to create space How nourishment raises our vibration Why living our life’s purpose decreases stress

Are You Experiencing Pandemic Fatigue? Oct 25, 2020

The global epidemic of fatigue and exhaustion leading to fear, anger, anxiety, and depression seems to be taking hold of our health and happiness. In today’s episode, Dr Taylor discusses: Stress and its impact on our energy systems Your Adrenal/Thyroid connection to fatigue Lifestyle tips to turn this around

Do You Need A Mind Edit? Meditation May Be The Answer. Oct 18, 2020

Many people beginning meditation want to feel better. They expect meditation to act as a quick fix; but find that it has some challenges. In today’s episode, Dr. Taylor discusses: Meditation trains our mind to be positive How much meditation is enough Tips on how to meditate

Can What You Eat Have Emotional Consequences? 5 Tips to Get Back in Balance Oct 11, 2020

The world health organization estimates that by 2032, anxiety and depression will be the number one health issue on the planet. And during this time of the pandemic; it's likely that that might be the case already. In today’s episode, Dr. Taylor discusses: The gut brain connection and mood How foods affect how you feel 5 dietary guidelines to bring back balance

What Happens to Your Brain During Meditation? Sep 27, 2020

Early research has found that meditation can change the workings of the brain. In today’s episode, Susan discusses how meditation: Rewires your brain Increases your brain’s gray matter Protects your DNA

Is Meditation Really Beneficial? Sep 20, 2020

It has been said that with the practice of meditation you can gain a healthier mind by expanding your awareness around stress, developing focus and self-confidence, and fostering positive emotions. In today’s episode Susan discusses: 8 ways meditation can help with illness 6 reasons to meditate Do the benefits outweigh the effort

How To Thrive In A Troubled World Sep 06, 2020

Do you know that courage is the best antivirus? In this episode, Susan discusses: Three components needed to thrive How meditation helps to overcome fear Why courage is our antivirus

Feel Out Of Control? Catch Your Breath. Aug 09, 2020

Our life is fully dependent on breath. When breath ceases we die. When we say catch your breath, we are really saying it because you have lost control. In todays episode, Susan discusses: The mind body connection Why is it important to take control of your breath Two practices to get back control

Can The Way You Breathe Turn Off Anxious Thoughts? Aug 02, 2020

It may be hard to believe, but 9 out of 10 adults breathe incorrectly, thereby impairing their health and exacerbating anxiety and depression. Fortunately, we can relearn how to breath and do it correctly. In todays episode, Susan discusses: Why breathing affects anxiety Proper breathing technique to reduce anxiety Anxiety proofing your head space

Nourish Your Whole Being Jul 26, 2020

Food is our source of nourishment; therefore, what we eat has a tremendous impact on how we feel and think. In today’s episode, Dr Taylor discusses: The importance of nourishment Nutritional energetics and quality of food The link between mind and body

Overcome Fatigue and Worry – Steps to Nourish Your Mind Jul 19, 2020

Our energy is constantly being drained without even knowing what is happening. We hear of solutions and quick fixes; but they don’t work. In today’s episode, Dr. Taylor discusses: The mind’s energetic tendencies Why focus is important Steps to bring your energy back home

Transform Your Thoughts with Meditation Jul 12, 2020

Can we control our thoughts? They seem to just flood the mind without evening knowing what is happening. One thought builds into an entire story. In today’s episode, Dr Taylor discusses: How to bring the mind back home Breath awareness practice Starting and refining a meditation practice

Protect and Nourish Your Lungs for Better Immunity Jul 05, 2020

Abundant lung energy manifests as strong physical vitality. Immunity is strong, so recovery from illness is quick and effective. In today’s episode, Dr. Taylor discusses: Why it is important to nourish your lung How the lung and colon work together Specific foods helpful to lung health

Breathe For Strong Immunity Jun 28, 2020

The lung’s job is that of making a boundary between the inner and the outer world. In today's episode, Dr. Taylor discusses: the importance of a well-nourished lung the emotions associated with the lung meridian simple ways to enhance lung health

Feeling Anxious? Adopt A New Way of Breathing Jun 21, 2020

Our nervous system dictates our emotional and physical health. Breathing practices that focus on stimulating the vagus nerve help us come back to balance, whether we are keyed-up with anxiety or shut down with fatigue. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: How to build a stable and strong nervous system How breathing affects your emotional health Practices to get started

Balance Your Breath, Manage Your Mind Jun 14, 2020

Do you know that the remedy for a calm and happy mind is right under your nose. In todays episode, Susan discusses: How breathing affects anxiety Proper breathing technique How to strengthen your breathing muscle

Emotional Eating – Are You Craving Nourishment? May 31, 2020

Do you label your eating as emotional eating? Take a new perspective. In today's episode Susan discusses: A new perspective on “emotional eating”? Why do we stress eat? Foods that give us nourishment.

Immunity versus Fear: Is Panic Increasing Your Risk? May 03, 2020

We have been encouraged to protect our physical body during the COVID-19 pandemic; but, we are being given very little in terms of our mental and emotional health. In today's episode, Susan discusses: thoughts and emotions influence our immunity rewiring your mind from panic creating a new outlook

Uplift Your Mind Post COVID 19: Learn To Meditate Apr 26, 2020

Pandemics have a way of giving us an opportunity to look at ourselves closely when we may not want to really face the challenge. In today's episode, Dr. Taylor discusses: why meditate the importance of authenticity how to get started

Move Beyond Blame: Live Healthy and Happy Post COVID-19 Apr 19, 2020

Does constant blame feed our worry and fear? Does it prevent us from living healthy and happy? In today’s episode, Dr. Taylor discusses: blame and its consequences why we blame others steps to move beyond blame

Build Immunity Beyond the Obvious Apr 12, 2020

We all know that a negative emotion produces toxins in the body, interferes with chemical reactions and causes imbalance. In today's episode, Susan discusses: how emotions disrupt the energy flow why negative emotions weaken immunity what practices build immune protection

Immunity Starts In the Mind: How To Stay Healthy and Happy Apr 05, 2020

Given the choice, who among us would refuse to boost the immune system? We all want to be healthy and happy and avoid disease. In today's episode, Susan discusses: innate and acquired immunity how to boost mental immunity key lifestyle choices

Uplift Yourself: Keep Your Mind Free of Fear Mar 29, 2020

If we are going to rise to the top during this pandemic situation, we must let go of the fear and come together as a collective consciousness supporting love, compassion and service to all. In today's episode, Dr. Susan talks about the need for all of us to come together to be a healing force for positive change.

Get A Spiritual Uplift: Relax To The Core Mar 20, 2020

In her book, Feeling Good Matters, Dr Taylor talks about navigating the inner dimensions of your personality. In today’s episode, Susan provides a practice that helps us: experience the inner dimensions of our personality relax our body, mind and spirit to understand the importance of spiritual practices at this time

Take Time For Self-Development: A Practice for Emotional Distancing Mar 20, 2020

Although we do indeed need to be aware and have some control over our health and well being, social media has magnified the speed at which “emotional contagion” can spread through a population. In today’s episode, Susan provides a practice that helps us: prevent emotional contagion experience a full meditation sequence contain our own emotional essence

Feel Out Of Sync? Get Back Your Flow Mar 20, 2020

We don’t need to feel the dread creeping in at times of change. With change emerges a new awareness for the better. In today’s episode, Susan provides a practice that can help to: build your relaxation set point train your mind to be relaxed prepare yourself to go back to work

Rise Above the Panic: A Practice to Restore Yourself Mar 20, 2020

At the center of ongoing need and chaos, it can feel impossible to be centered and grounded. In today’s episode, Susan provides a practice that: helps ground our energy restores our balance provides a quick response to relax to the core

Remain Calm: A Practice To Get Started Mar 20, 2020

Social media is doing what it does best to sensationalize and create panic in the minds and hearts of everyone. It is important that we don’t catch the emotional chaos. In today’s episode, Susan provides a practice that: focuses on containing our energy can be used to decrease anxiety is easy to help keep the mind protected

Do You Have Fear of COVID-19? 8 Strategies To Consider Mar 15, 2020

The World Health Organization has declared the Coronavirus situation pandemic. Should we take reasonable precautions? I would say, "Yes". Do we need to get into a panic, I would say, "No". In today’s episode, Susan discusses: what we hear in the media the nature of the virus 8 lifestyle habits to protect yourself

Does Your Spirit Need An Uplift? 5 Ways to Be Stress Free No Matter What! Mar 08, 2020

How can we tend to our spirit when we are surrounded by global unrest, environmental catastrophes and fear of economic instability? In today’s episode, Susan discusses: 6 ways to improve our rest how to avoid food stress how to eat in accordance with your metabolic clock

Relax to the Core: 5 Levels to Remain Calm Mar 01, 2020

No one would argue that your body and mind need rest. Think of taking a rest as giving yourself a time-out from thinking and reacting to the outside world. In today’s episode Susan discusses: the benefits of systematic relaxation three factors to get the best results 5 levels of relaxation

Get Energetic: 8 Diet Strategies Feb 23, 2020

Food quality often gets overlooked when we are more concerned with protein, calories, fats, vitamins and minerals. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: why quality of food is important nutritional energetics strategies to be energetic with food

Energy, Vitality and Building Immunity: 9 Essentials Feb 16, 2020

How we think and act reflects the health of our immune function. And our immune function reflects our level of vitality. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: three ways we get our immunity when our immunity is most vulnerable strategies to build immunity

Is Fatigue Getting In Your Way? 7 Diet Principles to Perk Up! Feb 09, 2020

We all crave energy and vitality. We seek joy and happiness until we actually depart from this worldly planet. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: why do we get fatigued signs of toxin buildup practical strategies to remove toxins

Are You Tired? 3 Solutions to Regain Energy Feb 02, 2020

Are you feeling brain drain, stressed out, or just plain overdone? If so, you are not alone. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: the difference between feeling tired and being fatigued the main causes of feeling tired 3 practical remedies to restore function

Tame Your Mind with Meditation Jan 26, 2020

Meditation is a process of purifying the mind and making it one-pointed, inward, and tranquil. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Meditation as a practice Points to enhance practice A focused practice

Taming The Mind Jan 19, 2020

Many of us think that the mind cannot be tamed, cannot be polished, cannot be used, cannot be made useful. This is not true. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Why are knowledge and practice essential? What to expect with training? Why do we need to detox the mind?

Pure Happiness: Why Do You Need to Train Your Mind? Jan 12, 2020

Most of us, if not all, seek happiness and tranquility. One of the key ingredients for being happy is to have a clear, calm and tranquil state of mind. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Why is it important to train our mind? What is mind and its functions? How to navigate the mind?

How to Empower A Successful Life: The Secrets of the Yoga Scientist Jan 05, 2020

There are several characteristics that are common among yoga scientists, qualities that lend themselves to being able to empower a successful life. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Yoga Science in modern day How to use your own life as a laboratory 6 Key characteristics to be successful in the world

Take Charge of Your Life Dec 15, 2019

Everyone wants to be healthy, happy and successful in life, but where are we to find the guide to having this as our living reality? In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Living in both the inner and outer world Where to find happiness 5 keys to success in life

Are You Experiencing Food Stress? Dec 08, 2019

Did you ever stop to think that our body perceives stress when it is filled with food that is harmful? The reality is that it isn’t just our environments or tough situations that cause stress. In today's episode, Susan discusses: Why stress is more than just environmental 6 Foods that stress the body How you can avoid causing stress from food

Stoke the Fire of the Body For Optimal Vitality Dec 01, 2019

The Ayurvedic concept of fire, or agni, is critically important to our overall health and vitality. Agni is the force of intelligence within each cell, each tissue, and every system within the body. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: the Ayurvedic concept of fire the cause of diminished vitality the path to restore your inner fire

Self Transformation: The Secret of Yoga Science Nov 24, 2019

What does Yoga science mean to you? When people talk about Yoga they often think it has something to do with the physical being only. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: What is Yoga Science? How it relates to healing and self-transformation How to practice the teachings

10 Solutions to Keep Your Mind Clear of Clutter Nov 17, 2019

Think of your mind as your most precious real estate. Would you ever rent out a room in your house without being compensated? No. Right? But we do that all the time when we let our negative thinking clutter our space. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: What does it mean to have a clean mind? What causes toxic mental buildup? Ways to restore a healthy worry free mind mind

Do Your Habits Support An Unshakable Mind? Nov 10, 2019

No matter who or what exerts dominance over our bodies, our food, or our freedoms, we are in charge of what matters most: our mind. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: why we need a strong and resilient mind two components necessary for training the mind 6 lifestyle habits to stay unshakable

Is Meditation Right for You? Nov 03, 2019

How to approach meditation is sometimes of concern since there are many different traditions out there — some legitimate and some not so legitimate. In todays episode, Susan talks about: why meditation may be beneficial? what is meditation? how to approach and practice it?

Meditate and Return To Radiance Oct 27, 2019

Meditation is a process of purifying the mind and making it one-pointed, inward, and tranquil. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Meditation as a practice 4 points to consider when meditating Suggestions to refine a practice

How To Remain Calm When The World Is In Turbulence Oct 20, 2019

One of the most valuable life skills is the ability to live in this world and not be affected by it. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: How do we live in the world without getting disturbed? Using the hidden tool of breath Why meditation is essential

7 Codes to Reprogram Your Thinking Oct 13, 2019

Are we completely at the mercy of our mind? Yes we are. Because the energy of our mind is the essence of our life. In Today’s episode, Susan discusses: How our mind gets programmed What we can do about it 7 codes to reprogram thinking patterns

Is Your Nervous System A Bit Shaky? Oct 06, 2019

Our nervous system dictates our emotional and physical health. Through correct breathing we become unshakable even in turbulent conditions. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: How to build a stable and strong nervous system How breathing affects your nervous system 2 practices to get started

Can You Counteract Negative Thinking with Meditation? Sep 29, 2019

The lens through which you view the world is predominantly determined by your feelings and thoughts. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Creating a new positive habit of thinking 6 common causes that spark negativity How to bring the mind back to optimism

Does Your Lifestyle Support Resilience? Sep 22, 2019

Everyone wants to be vital; but sometimes our diet and lifestyle needs to be adjusted to support resilience. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Acquired resilience The link between vitality and resilience 7 lifestyle habits to stay vital

Do You Have Psychological Immunity? Sep 15, 2019

How well we handle stress, conflict and any difficulty for that matter dictates the health of our psychological immunity. In today’s episode, Susan talks about: Resilience as a learned skill 4 characteristics of being resilient 8 strategies to build psychological immunity and resilience

Secrets to Psychological Wellbeing Sep 08, 2019

How many of us really know how our mind works? Do you ever find yourself emotionally unstable and don’t know how you got there? In today’s episode, Susan discusses: 6 rules for mental well-being The two biggest deterrents to psychological well-being 5 principles for a joyful mind And more. . .

Does Happiness Just Happen? Sep 01, 2019

Did you ever feel like you chase after happiness; where happiness was to be experienced somewhere in the future? In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Happiness is a choice Negativity can be a habit Generosity brings happiness

Are You Light Hearted? Benefits of Forgiveness. Aug 25, 2019

An ancient Egyptian myth offers a powerful message to lighten up; to let go of the emotional burdens that weigh us down, disturb our peace, and make it difficult to be fully present. In today’s episode Susan discusses: Learning to forgive The benefit of positive emotions Six ideas to lighten up!

Is Focus A Challenge? Just Relax Into It. Aug 18, 2019

Many meditation practices emphasize the importance of concentration. However, most find it far too difficult, leading to more tension and frustration with the feeling of failure. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Why concentration may be difficult Relaxation as it relates to concentration Six ways to learn how to relax

Get Back Your Go, Vitalize Your Immune System Aug 11, 2019

Given the choice, who among us would refuse a vital immune system? Doesn’t everyone want to be healthy and would rather avoid illness and disease? In today's episode, Susan discusses: Innate and acquired immunity When our immune system is most vulnerable Strategies to build immunity

Vitality, How to Get It and Keep It Aug 04, 2019

Are you enthusiastic and feeling inspired? Are you abundant with energy for living? In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Why we lose our vitality How we restore our vitality 4 principles to getting and keeping it

Detox Your Mind: Eight Ways to Restore A Healthy Mind Jul 14, 2019

Are you being dragged around by worrisome thinking? Are you carrying around undigested experiences? Does your mind need a detox? Today’s topic seems to be one of my best selling retreats and I think the reason why is that we have so much worry and stress due to the current climate of our world. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: What does it mean to have a clean mind? What causes toxic mental buildup? Ways to restore a healthy mind

Rewire to Relax: Create Biological Balance Jul 07, 2019

In today’s world, there is no question that relaxation is a core ingredient for living with health and vitality. Without training, your brain is reactive. It seeks comfort above all else and chases whatever is right in front of you. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: The core components needed for relaxation Relaxation and brain health Outcome of being biologically balanced

6 Steps To Optimize Your Meditation Jun 30, 2019

If you have ever tried to meditate, you might have found that it is not so easy. Well, you are not alone. Meditation is not so easy and requires precision, skill and practice. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: How to prepare for meditation Why stability of the body is important The importance of proper breathing

Focus Your Mind; Master Your Body Jun 23, 2019

When we bring the light of our awareness to a point of convergence rather than having it become dissipated, we create an energetic hub. In this hub, we actually change our cellular mechanisms. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Focus as it pertains to our health How focus helps us acquire mastery over our body 4 ways to get started on that path of focus

Want To Be A Healing Force For Positive Change? Jun 16, 2019

Today more than ever we need to come together in a collective effort to bring back a positive vibe to ourselves, nature and all of humanity. In today’s episode, Susan will discuss: Why we need purposeful change? How does group meditation benefit this change? Four aspects that make a group meditation powerful.

Diet Strategies For Energy and Creativity: A Look At Digestion Jun 09, 2019

The food we eat has a significant influence on our minds and hearts. You could even say that the nature of our mind and feelings depends on the food we have eaten. In today’s episode, Susan will discuss: How does food affect our mood? The connection between food, mood and the brain. Recommendations to improve digestion.

Is Your Brain Wired For Optimal Health? Jun 02, 2019

Your brain contains over 100 billion neurons. Each neuron forms synapses with 1000 to 100000 other neurons forming intricate neural networks that rely on certain factors. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: Fats and Brain Health The Importance of Neurotransmission The Role of Micronutrients for Protection

From Microbes to Mental Health: Connecting Your Gut To Your Head May 26, 2019

Did you ever wonder why so much of how we feel registers in our stomach? Terms like butterflies in our stomach, or a gut feeling, or gut wrenching experiences are all tell tale signs of how our gut has feelings too. In today’s episode, Susan discusses: How our gut communicates with our brain 5 nutrition tips to nourish a healthy gut General guidelines to support harmony and happiness

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