Driftscape

Lara Franks
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Driftscape is designed to help regulate your nervous system and reduce anxiety through immersive sound journeys. Each episode transports you to a peaceful place — a forest alive with birdsong, a beach at sunrise, a quiet cabin in the snowy mountains — offering you the chance to slow down, unwind, and feel grounded again. Whether you're meditating, walking, resting, or simply need a pause, Driftscape is here to steady you when life feels overwhelming.

Episodes

  1. 12/03/2025

    CELEBRATE YOURSELF: a solo date in paradise with champagne & strawberries

    [sound journey starts at 10:36] In this final episode I invite you on a solo beach date with champagne, strawberries, and the gentle reminder to celebrate how far you've come. Inspired by a listener and the idea of "dating yourself" from Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way, this episode is all about honouring your own company, finding your joy, and making space to feel genuinely proud of yourself. Whether you're on a postpartum journey like me, navigating stress or anxiety, or you've simply been carving out these small pockets of time to rest and reconnect — this final Driftscape moment is a celebration of you. - If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Driftscape community can grow. Let's connect: @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    18 min

  2. 11/19/2025

    DISCONNECT TO RECONNECT: a dreamy summer night camping under the stars

    [sound journey starts at 07:30] This Driftscape sound journey takes you into a dreamy summer night camping under the stars, guitar in hand, with thunder rolling in and soft summer rain tapping on the tent. As the holiday season ramps up, this episode is your permission to switch off, slow down, and slip away into a little off-grid magic. It's calm, cosy, nostalgic… the perfect escape for your nervous system. - If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Driftscape community can grow. Let's connect: @driftscape_podcast @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    16 min

  3. 11/12/2025

    BUILD RESILIENCE: drift downstream & allow the currents of life to shape you

    [sound journey starts at 10:08] This week's sound journey invites you into the gentle rhythm of water as you drift downstream in a kayak. With each stroke, and every moment of stillness, you're guided into the ebb and flow of life. The easy days, the hard days, and the in-between. I reflect on change as the only constant, especially in the raw and transformative season of early motherhood. Through honest storytelling about resilience, shifting identities, and relationships evolving under pressure, you'll be reminded that strength isn't built in calm waters — it's shaped in the currents.  As the world softens around you, allow this soundscape to be a place where you can pause, breathe, and trust that you are adapting in all the ways that matter. - If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Driftscape community can grow. Let's connect: @driftscape_podcast @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    18 min

  4. 11/05/2025

    JOYFUL & FREE: an Italian village escape for the soul

    [sound journey starts at 07:23] In this episode we're escaping to Italy for a sun-drenched solo adventure. Imagine waking up in your Tuscan villa, slicing fresh bread for breakfast, and hopping on your bike for a slow ride past vineyards, cafés, and a local market. Inspired by a listener who wished to be transported to Europe, as well as my own dream of an Italian escape and a little solo freedom since becoming a mum — this sound journey is a reminder of who you are beyond your daily roles. It's about rediscovering joy, independence, and the beauty of doing something purely for yourself. Let this story transport you, lift your spirit, and remind you what it feels like to be joyful and free. - If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Driftscape community can grow. Let's connect: @driftscape_podcast @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    24 min

  5. 10/29/2025

    THE UNEXPECTED: meet your spontaneous, playful self at a hidden waterfall

    [sound journey starts at 08:45] This week is all about the unexpected, and in the sound journey you'll discover how wonderful that can be as you stumble across a hidden waterfall. I also share how anxiety often shows up as the need to control every detail — to plan, to predict, to protect. Especially in the postpartum season (which I am currently in), that sense of control can feel like safety. But sometimes, what we need most is to loosen our grip and let life surprise us again. This sound journey invites you to rediscover that sense of wonder and adventure. It's an opportunity to wash away any tension that you're holding onto, and reconnect with your spontaneous, playful self. - If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Driftscape community can grow. Let's connect: @driftscape_podcast @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    16 min

  6. 10/22/2025

    NEW BEGINNING: a train ride to let go & trust what's ahead

    [sound journey starts at 6:30] In this episode of Driftscape, you'll embark on a train journey to a destination of your choice. A soundscape designed to spark curiosity, calm the mind, and invite a sense of possibility. This episode continues our spring theme of new beginnings, encouraging you to imagine yourself moving forward. Not running away, but letting go and trusting what's ahead. Anxiety can often make us feel stuck or afraid of change, but even imagining ourselves travelling somewhere new can shift our perspective and remind us that we're safe to grow. - If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Driftscape community can grow. Let's connect: @driftscape_podcast @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    20 min

  7. 10/15/2025

    INTENTION SETTING: reconnect with yourself on a calm spring morning in the countryside

    [sound journey starts at 6:10] We're doing something a little bit different in this episode of Driftscape. As it's springtime in the Southern Hemisphere, I wanted to embrace the energy of the season, which is all about renewal, creativity, and growth, by inviting you to use this time for intention setting. This is a really powerful way to help you define what you want to feel, focus on, or create, which can bring clarity to an anxious mind. I'll guide you through how to set intentions, and then you'll be transported to a calm spring morning in the countryside. Use the sound journey to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and set one or more intentions for the day, the week, or the month ahead. - If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Driftscape community can grow. Let's connect: @driftscape_podcast @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    15 min

  8. 10/08/2025

    NIGHTTIME ROUTINE: prepare your body & mind for restorative sleep

    [sound journey starts at 4:45] In this deeply relaxing episode of Driftscape, we're creating the ideal nighttime ritual. It's designed to slow down your thoughts, ease tension, and prepare your body and mind for restorative sleep. Recorded just before my own bedtime, this episode skips the long chat and takes you straight into a peaceful story where you are the main character. It begins outside on a covered patio, curled up with a good book and gentle rain pattering on the roof. As the storm rolls in, thunder rumbles and wind chimes sing softly in the breeze. You head inside for a warm, soothing shower, slip into your cosiest pyjamas, and climb into bed, taking a few slow breaths as the world quiets around you. The sound journey ends with 15 minutes of calming rain and relaxing music — perfect for drifting into deep, restful sleep. - If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Driftscape community can grow. Let's connect: @driftscape_podcast @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    26 min

  9. 10/01/2025

    MORNING ENERGISER: beach swim at sunrise to awaken the senses

    [sound journey starts at 9:15] In this energising episode of Driftscape, we're welcoming the day with fresh energy and a little humour. I start by sharing a funny story about how my anxious brain convinced me something was wrong in the house, only to discover it was something completely innocent! It's a reminder of how intrusive thoughts can spiral and how sometimes, the best thing we can do is laugh, breathe, and remind ourselves that everything is okay. Before we dive into the sound journey, I'll guide you through a gentle progressive muscle release practice — perfect if you've woken up stiff, sore, or holding tension (hello, baby-carrying shoulders!). And then, it's time to awaken your senses with a sunrise beach swim. This shorter sound experience is designed to give you that same refreshed, alive feeling a cold plunge offers. Helping you shake off stress, boost circulation, and start your day with clarity. - If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Driftscape community can grow. Let's connect: @driftscape_podcast @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    15 min

  10. 09/24/2025

    INNER WARMTH: retreat from snow to fireplace & feel warmth, comfort & safety

    [sound journey starts at 07:10] In this episode of Driftscape, we begin with a gentle "hand-to-heart anchor" breathing exercise — a simple but powerful practice that helps calm the nervous system. It's a practice you can return to whenever anxiety feels overwhelming. From there, you'll be guided into today's sound journey: stepping in from the snow to a cosy cabin, making your favourite hot drink, then settling by a crackling fire. This immersive story is designed to help you unwind, feel warmth, and reconnect with the sense of comfort and safety we all need on difficult days. - If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Driftscape community can grow. Let's connect: @driftscape_podcast @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    18 min

  11. 09/24/2025

    GROUND YOURSELF: connect with your physical body & surroundings on a forest walk

    [sound journey starts at 14:20] In this first episode of Driftscape, I open up about my experience with anxiety thorough pregnancy and early motherhood, and talk about the differences between general, prenatal, and postnatal anxiety. I share a few eye-opening stats, how sound and creativity have become powerful healing tools in this season of my life, and why it feels so important to speak openly about these experiences. At 14:20, the sound journey begins. This is a grounding forest walk designed to help you connect with your physical body and surroundings. Research shows that even imagining yourself in nature can slow your heart rate, lower cortisol, and reduce anxious thoughts — offering your brain and body many of the same benefits as actually being outdoors. Resources mentioned: PADA NZ Let's connect: @driftscape_podcast @larafranks_ franklypodcasting.co.nz

    24 min

  12. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Introduction: Begin Your Driftscape Experience Here

    In this introduction to Driftscape, I share the story behind the podcast — how becoming a new mother, navigating postnatal anxiety, and returning to my roots as an audio engineer inspired me to create immersive sound journeys for calm and regulation. This trailer also gives you a glimpse of what's to come, and the ways in which the podcast will help you slow down, reset, and feel grounded again. The first two episodes will be landing on 25/09/25. Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss a thing, and follow for calming content on Instagram @driftscape_podcast

    3 min

Trailer

About

Driftscape is designed to help regulate your nervous system and reduce anxiety through immersive sound journeys. Each episode transports you to a peaceful place — a forest alive with birdsong, a beach at sunrise, a quiet cabin in the snowy mountains — offering you the chance to slow down, unwind, and feel grounded again. Whether you're meditating, walking, resting, or simply need a pause, Driftscape is here to steady you when life feels overwhelming.

Information

  • Creator
    Lara Franks
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Driftscape