The Morning Ritual

Lilly Macfarlane
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For centuries, rituals have offered a sense of structure, meaning, and clarity in daily life. The Morning Ritual is a podcast devoted to exploring the power of daily practices. Here, we believe that transformation doesn’t happen in a single moment, but in the quiet, consistent choices we make every day. By showing up for ourselves through ritual, we learn how to show up more fully for our relationships, our work, our communities — and the world. Each week, host Lilly Macfarlane sits down with teachers, artists, healers, and entrepreneurs to explore how their daily rituals help them stay grounded, clear, and aligned with their purpose. This podcast isn’t just for early risers or seasoned meditators. It’s for anyone curious about living with more presence, depth, and integrity. Rate, review & most importantly, enjoy! Let's connect! Don't be shy, please reach out on: www.lillybalch.com Instagram: @_themorningritual https://substack.com/@themorningritual The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London).

  1. Meditation || Direction is More Important than Speed

    5D AGO

    Meditation || Direction is More Important than Speed

    A meditation practice to move from urgency to ease. Get comfortable and carve out 10 minutes to explore how to set an intention for ease without forcing yourself to relax. Your shoulders know how to drop when you stop holding them up. Your jaw knows how to soften when you stop clenching it. Gravity is already doing its job. You’re just getting in the way. This practice is just helping you step aside. Learn more about this concept of direction here. For more meditations visit my substack. You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    12 min
  2. How to Make Change in Your Life (Without Overwhelm) with Eric Zimmer

    FEB 11

    How to Make Change in Your Life (Without Overwhelm) with Eric Zimmer

    Transformation doesn't happen in a single moment - it happens through the choices we make every day. Eric Zimmer, host of The One You Feed podcast and author of the new book ‘How a Little Becomes a Lot’, joins me for a conversation about what actually creates lasting change. Eric shares his recovery journey from addiction and how acceptance became the foundation for real transformation. Not because he approved of where he was, but because he stopped fighting reality long enough to respond to it clearly. This conversation is for anyone who's tried to change and felt stuck, who's wondering where to focus when everything feels urgent, or who's loving someone who won't change. We explore the difference between your circle of concern and circle of influence, how to work with resistance instead of eliminating it, and why starting matters more than feeling ready. Pre-order How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life ---------------------------------------------------------- If this conversation resonated with you, subscribe to The Morning Ritual wherever you listen to podcasts. For more on meditation, nervous system work, and practical spirituality, check out my The Morning Ritual on Substack. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    50 min
  3. Money, the Nervous System & the Stories We Inherit

    JAN 7

    Money, the Nervous System & the Stories We Inherit

    Today we take a grounded look at where our money stories come from, why success can still feel unsafe, and how to redefine financial wellbeing from the inside out. Money is not just about numbers. It lives in the body, the nervous system, and the stories we absorbed long before we had language for them. I’m joined by Maud Eeckman, founder of Homy, for an honest, embodied conversation about money mindset, financial wellbeing, and the beliefs we inherit around worth, safety, and success. We explore how money can look “secure” on paper while the body is still in survival mode, how burnout is often misread as failure, and why slowing down can actually create more clarity, trust, and abundance. This is an invitation to meet your own money stories with curiosity — and to begin relating to money from a place of regulation, enoughness, and self-trust. Join Maud in London for her upcoming workshop, The Art of Receiving | Money, Worth + Wealth, on February 8th at The Space.  Learn more and connect with Maud here. --------------------------------------------------------- For (free!) meditations visit my substack. Loving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day. You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube. The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London) with end to end video production by Charlene Huskinson. ----------------------------------------- TMR is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Head to www.cozyearth.com and use my code RITUAL for up to 20% off! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    56 min
  4. The Intersection of Creativity and Healing with Desmond & Dempsey’s Molly Goddard

    11/12/2025

    The Intersection of Creativity and Healing with Desmond & Dempsey’s Molly Goddard

    Today, we’re exploring creativity and how it intertwines with healing. I’m joined by Molly Goddard, the co-founder and Creative Director of the luxury pyjama and sleepwear brand, Desmond & Dempsey. Together, we unpack what it means to bring imagination into form, to balance intuition with structure, and to stay connected to your creative spirit amidst the realities of running a business. We also explore how the creative process itself can be a path to self-discovery and healing. This conversation is a gentle reminder that creativity lives within all of us — and when we nurture it, we reconnect with our most authentic selves. ------------------------------------ For (free!) meditations visit my substack. Loving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day. You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube. The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London) with end to end video production by Charlene Huskinson. ----------------------------------------- TMR is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Head to www.cozyearth.com and use my code RITUAL for up to 20% off! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    43 min
  5. Reconnect with Your Power & Show Up Fully for Life

    11/04/2025

    Reconnect with Your Power & Show Up Fully for Life

    In today’s episode, I sit down with the founders of Before the Lights, a London-based gym that specializes in preparing people for high-performance creative work, from TV and film to live performance — and life itself. We explore how meditation can help you reconnect with your inner energy and show up fully in your life. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How meditation helps reclaim your energy and presence.The concept of the Capital S Self — connecting with your true essence.The benefits of yoga nidra, breathwork, and sound healing.How daily meditation can translate to better focus, calm, and creativity in your everyday life. I If you loved this episode, check out Before the Lights Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts, and consider leaving a review :)  ------------------------------------ For (free!) meditations visit my substack. Loving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day. You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube. The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London) with end to end video production by Charlene Huskinson. ----------------------------------------- TMR is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Head to www.cozyearth.com and use my code RITUAL for up to 20% off! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    43 min
  6. Meditation || An Evening Ritual for Deeper Sleep

    10/22/2025

    Meditation || An Evening Ritual for Deeper Sleep

    This guided Yoga Nidra practice invites you to unwind, release tension, and prepare the mind and body for deep, restorative rest. Whether you’re easing into sleep or craving a moment of calm before bed, this meditation will help you soften into stillness and reclaim your natural rhythm of rest. You can also enjoy this practice in the afternoon, a dreamy way to reset during that mid-day lull. Think of it as a guided nap: a moment to consciously rest, recharge, and return to your day with renewed clarity and ease. --------------------------- 'Reclaiming You' begins on November 5th. Learn more here. I’m inviting 10 women to join me for the very first round of ‘Reclaiming You’', a 28-day virtual journey designed to help you reclaim your energy, reconnect with yourself, and return to a steady rhythm of daily practice. What you get: 1:1 Intention-Setting CallPersonalized Morning Ritual to practice for the 28-daysThree Gatherings (75-mins each)1:1 Connection CallsDigital Ritual E-BookAccountability & Connection Learn more and apply here. ------------------------------ For (free!) meditations visit my substack. Loving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day. You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube. The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London) with end to end video production by Charlene Huskinson. ----------------------------------------- TMR is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Head to www.cozyearth.com and use my code RITUAL for up to 20% off! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    22 min
  7. Understanding Rest, Relaxation, and Better Sleep with Laurent Roure

    10/15/2025

    Understanding Rest, Relaxation, and Better Sleep with Laurent Roure

    Lilly sits down with Laurent Roure to explore what it truly means to rest.  Together they unpack the difference between rest and relaxation, the stages of relaxation, and how breath, awareness, and gentle somatic movement support the nervous system. They also discuss insomnia, anxiety, and burnout—examining the emotional and physical roots of sleeplessness and how to restore healthy circadian rhythms. If you’re craving deeper rest or better sleep, this conversation offers science-informed guidance to help you unwind and reconnect. In this episode, we explore:  What does ‘grounding’ even mean?The difference between rest and relaxationThe stages of relaxation and how to move through themHow breath, awareness, and gentle movement support the nervous systemThe emotional and somatic roots of insomnia and burnoutUnderstanding circadian rhythms and how stress disrupts themPractical ways to set yourself up for better sleep—from the moment you wake Join Laurent at The Space in London on Saturday, October 25th for his One Day Restorative Retreat. Learn more about Laurent here. ----------------------------------------- For (free!) meditations visit my substack. Loving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day. You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube. The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London) with end to end video production by Charlene Huskinson. ----------------------------------------- TMR is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Head to www.cozyearth.com and use my code RITUAL for up to 20% off! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    54 min
  8. How to Shift Your Self-Talk for More Clarity & Joy with Jenny Conway

    10/08/2025

    How to Shift Your Self-Talk for More Clarity & Joy with Jenny Conway

    Your self-talk is the foundation of how you show up for your life and your beliefs shape your reality. In today’s episode, I sit down with mindset coach and business mentor Jenny Conway to explore how we can shift our inner dialogue to live more in alignment with our values and desires. Jenny, founder of Evamoso, helps women wake up to their lives before a wake-up call. Together, we explore the power of self-talk and how the words we use with ourselves shape our confidence, energy, and clarity. Jenny shares simple, practical ways to begin shifting from criticism to compassion. She also offers tactical coaching tools you can start using today. from grounding practices to subtle mindset shifts that bring more ease and purpose into your life. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed by the daily grind, or simply ready for a reset, this episode will help you pause, reconnect, and speak to yourself with more clarity. Learn more about Jenny here: www.evamoso.com  and connect with here at @evamoso_wellness Get your complimentary 'Self Limiting Belief Exercise' here. -------------------------- For (free!) meditations visit my substack. Loving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day. You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube. The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London) with end to end video production by Charlene Huskinson. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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For centuries, rituals have offered a sense of structure, meaning, and clarity in daily life. The Morning Ritual is a podcast devoted to exploring the power of daily practices. Here, we believe that transformation doesn’t happen in a single moment, but in the quiet, consistent choices we make every day. By showing up for ourselves through ritual, we learn how to show up more fully for our relationships, our work, our communities — and the world. Each week, host Lilly Macfarlane sits down with teachers, artists, healers, and entrepreneurs to explore how their daily rituals help them stay grounded, clear, and aligned with their purpose. This podcast isn’t just for early risers or seasoned meditators. It’s for anyone curious about living with more presence, depth, and integrity. Rate, review & most importantly, enjoy! Let's connect! Don't be shy, please reach out on: www.lillybalch.com Instagram: @_themorningritual https://substack.com/@themorningritual The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London).

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  • Creator
    Lilly Macfarlane
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    238
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Morning Ritual

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