The Megan Waldrep Podcast

Megan Waldrep
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The Megan Waldrep Podcast is your space for the kind of conversations you might have on a back porch late at night. Sometimes they’re spiritual, sometimes existential, and sometimes they’re simply about what it means to be human. There are no wrong answers, so always BYOB: Bring your Own Beliefs. We’re all about learning to live with more joy in ways that feel right and true for you. You’re welcome here, exactly as you are. Pull up a chair, and let's dive in...

  1. 1d ago

    Ep. 33: How to Trust Your Gut (Even When You’re Not Sure)

    What if intuition isn't about predicting the future or receiving some mysterious answer from outside yourself...but about getting better at noticing what your body already knows? In this episode, we're talking about pendulums (and why you don't need one), the ideomotor effect, and what may actually be happening in your body when you face a yes-or-no question. The goal isn't to be right every time. It's to develop a relationship with your own internal signals and build trust in yourself. We can start now. Let's Dive In! FREE: The Breathing Room Toolkit - simple tools to de-stress anytime, anywhere https://meganwaldrep.com/newsletter Let's connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/megan.waldrep Let’s work together! https://meganwaldrep.com

  2. Aug 12

    Ep. 32: Your Triggers Are Your Gurus (Here's How to Take Your Power Back)

    Have you ever had a reaction to someone that felt way bigger than the situation seemed to warrant?  Of course you have! You're human! So let's figure out how to take our power back in that situation to help us evolve past it.  In this episode, we'll explore how moments of frustration, anger, jealousy, rejection, or hurt can become opportunities for deeper self-awareness and how curiosity can help us respond rather than simply react. I even share questions you can ask yourself when something really gets under your skin (I literally used these about an hour after I recorded this podcast...and it worked. Thank God!) Let's Dive In! FREE: The Breathing Room Toolkit - simple tools to de-stress anytime, anywhere https://meganwaldrep.com/newsletter Let's connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/megan.waldrep Let’s work together! https://meganwaldrep.com

  3. Aug 5

    Ep. 31: The Love Yourself Trick: How to Make Self-Love a Feeling, Not Just an Idea

    We hear “love yourself” all the time, but what does that actually mean? How can you understand the idea of self-love without actually feeling it? In this episode, we explore a simple way to experience self-love as a felt sensation rather than just another affirmation you’re supposed to believe (they don't always land, do they?). Instead of trying to manufacture feelings of love for yourself, here's a fun trick you can use as a doorway anytime you need it. Let's Dive In! FREE: The Breathing Room Toolkit - simple tools to de-stress anytime, anywhere https://meganwaldrep.com/newsletter Let's connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/megan.waldrep Let’s work together! https://meganwaldrep.com

  4. Jul 29

    Ep. 30: The Biggest Breathing Mistake I Hear in Yoga Classes

    For years, I believed that bigger breaths were always better. "Take the deepest breath you've taken all day. Fill your lungs completely." If you've taken a yoga class, you've probably heard these cues countless times. But what if breathing bigger isn't always breathing better? In this episode, I explore a fascinating perspective I learned through Oxygen Advantage that challenged what I thought I knew about breathing. We dive into why quiet, slow, nasal breathing may be more supportive for your nervous system than constantly taking deep breaths, and how some modern breathing cues may have drifted away from ancient yogic practices. This isn't about saying yoga is wrong. It's about staying curious, understanding the science, and noticing what your own body tells you. Let's Dive In! FREE: The Breathing Room Toolkit - simple tools to de-stress anytime, anywhere https://meganwaldrep.com/newsletter Let's connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/megan.waldrep Let’s work together! https://meganwaldrep.com

  5. Jul 22

    Ep.29: Everyone Else Took LSD. I Took Nothing.

    What happens when you're the only sober person in the room? In this episode, I share a story from a weekend with old friends. And what unfolded reminded me that clarity, connection, and spiritual insight don't have to come from changing your state of consciousness. Sometimes they come from becoming fully present in the one you're already in. This isn't an episode about whether psychedelics are good or bad. It's an invitation to explore a bigger question: Do we need something outside of ourselves to access the wisdom that's already within us? Let's Dive In! FREE: The Breathing Room Toolkit - simple tools to de-stress anytime, anywhere https://meganwaldrep.com/newsletter Let's connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/megan.waldrep Let’s work together! https://meganwaldrep.com

  6. Jul 15

    Ep. 28: Why Seeing Old Friends Can Leave You Emotionally Drained

    Have you ever come home from a reunion, a weekend with old friends, or a visit to your hometown feeling...off? Maybe you had an amazing time, laughed until your stomach hurt, and genuinely enjoyed reconnecting...yet afterward you felt emotionally drained, anxious, or even a little depressed. If you've ever wondered, "Why do I feel this way when nothing bad even happened?" you're not alone. In this episode, we're exploring why revisiting old places and relationships can stir up emotions you didn't expect. Let's Dive In! FREE: The Breathing Room Toolkit - simple tools to de-stress anytime, anywhere https://meganwaldrep.com/newsletter Let's connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/megan.waldrep Let’s work together! https://meganwaldrep.com

  7. Jul 8

    Ep. 27: You Don't Need to Fix Anyone

    What if one of the most freeing realizations in your spiritual journey is this: You are not responsible for someone else's awakening. In this episode, I'm sharing an idea that's brought me so much peace over the years. From therapy and sobriety to breathwork and everyday relationships, I've learned that we can't force people to change, no matter how much we love them. Instead of carrying the weight of fixing everyone else, what if our only job is to live what we believe? As always, BYOB (Bring Your Own Beliefs). This isn't about having all the answers. It's about exploring life together. In this episode, we'll explore: Why trying to "fix" people is so exhausting The surprising freedom that comes from letting go of control What sobriety taught me about personal change Why spiritual growth isn't about becoming less human How breathwork helps us fully participate in life instead of escaping it Learning to trust your own inner wisdom Resources: FREE: The Breathing Room Toolkit - simple tools to de-stress anytime, anywhere https://meganwaldrep.com/newsletter Let's connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/megan.waldrep Let’s work together! https://meganwaldrep.com

  8. Jul 1

    Ep. 26. The Surprising Difference Between Boundaries and Avoidance

    Have you ever wondered if you're protecting your peace...or just avoiding discomfort? It's a question I've been asking myself lately. We hear a lot about setting boundaries (and I'm all for healthy boundaries), but sometimes it's hard to know where the line is between honoring ourselves and quietly hiding from the things that help us grow. In this episode, I'm sharing a mindset shift inspired by an Instagram Reel that sent me down a rabbit hole. We explore why boundaries and avoidance can sometimes look similar on the outside...but feel very different on the inside. As always, BYOB (Bring Your Own Beliefs). I'm not here to tell you what to think. I'm simply inviting you into the conversation. In this episode, we'll explore: The subtle difference between boundaries and avoidance Why discomfort isn't always a sign to walk away Questions to help you discern whether you're protecting your peace or protecting your comfort How to participate in life without being consumed by it Why awareness is often more powerful than escape Let's Dive In! Resources: FREE: The Breathing Room Toolkit - simple tools to de-stress anytime, anywhere https://meganwaldrep.com/newsletter Let's connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/megan.waldrep Let’s work together! https://meganwaldrep.com

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The Megan Waldrep Podcast is your space for the kind of conversations you might have on a back porch late at night. Sometimes they’re spiritual, sometimes existential, and sometimes they’re simply about what it means to be human. There are no wrong answers, so always BYOB: Bring your Own Beliefs. We’re all about learning to live with more joy in ways that feel right and true for you. You’re welcome here, exactly as you are. Pull up a chair, and let's dive in...

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  • Creator
    Megan Waldrep
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    172
  • Rating
    Clean
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