The Morning Ritual

Lilly Balch
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The Morning Ritual

For centuries, rituals have been used to bring order and clarity to daily activity. The Morning Ritual is a meditation podcast intended to do just that. Each episode includes a centering meditation to bring more ease, balance, and joy into your mornings, and ultimately into your lives. Please note, you don’t have to be a morning person or a meditator! This podcast is for all. 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

  1. Yoga Therapy: Bridging Mind, Body, and Spirit with Dana Slamp

    NOV 20

    Yoga Therapy: Bridging Mind, Body, and Spirit with Dana Slamp

    Lilly records with her mentor and longtime teacher, Dana Slamp, at her studio in London. Dana Slamp is the founder of NYC's premier Yoga Therapy School, Prema Yoga Institute. Lilly and Dana discuss the what, why, and how of yoga therapy. Towards the end of their conversation, Dana demonstrates what ‘motivational interviewing’ is and coaches Lilly in real time. Dana and Lilly cover the following topics: 1:50 - What is ‘Yoga Therapy’? 3:35 - Why would someone work with a yoga therapist? 5:15 - Cartesian thought and why the mind and body may be ‘disconnected’ 8:00 - Lilly and Dana share what makes them feel whole 11:30 - “The difference between longing and belonging is being.” - DS 13:20 - A turning point in Dana’s life 19:30 - Dana and Lilly practice ‘Motivational Interviewing’ You can learn more and connect with Dana at www.danaslamp.com Enjoying The Morning Ritual? It would mean the world if you left a rating and/or review. Connect with Lilly at www.lillybalch.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    27 min
  2. A Focused Mind is a Happy Mind

    NOV 13

    A Focused Mind is a Happy Mind

    This episode was inspired by the widely known study ‘A Wandering Mind is an Unhappy Mind’ (check out the study below). Let’s slow down, focus the mind, and connect back to the present moment.  Enjoying TMR? Rate, review, enjoy and as always feel free to reach out on Instagram @lillybalch. Discover more at www.lillybalch.com  A Wandering Mind is an Unhappy Mind- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21071660/ *This episode was first aired in May 2023. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    11 min
  3. East Forest on The Intersection of Music, Psychedelics, and Healing

    OCT 24

    East Forest on The Intersection of Music, Psychedelics, and Healing

    East Forest is a pioneering figure in the psychedelic music space, known for his innovative approach to combining music and sound with personal transformation. In today's conversation, East Forest shares how he got into the world of psychedelics, what it’s like hosting mushroom ceremonies and the power of combining sound and psychedelics in ceremony.  1:28 How East Forest starts his day  2:00 The origin of the name ‘East Forest’ 6:05 How East Forest's path led him to craft music specifically for psychedelic experiences 11:05 The integration process after a psilocybin ceremony 16:00 Working with Jon Hopkins and Ram Dass, the story behind "Sit Around the Fire" and how it came to be 26:00 The power of intentional listening  28:45 The felt experience that psychedelics can provide “Enlightenment comes in the next breath, it’s not actually hidden. It’s just the now and everything is fine right now. The nothingness is the gift”. - East Forest  Learn more- https://eastforest.org/  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    32 min
  4. Meditation for Confidence & Radiance

    OCT 16

    Meditation for Confidence & Radiance

    Join Lilly Balch for a guided meditation designed to help you tap into your inner confidence and radiance. Through breathwork, visualization, and mindfulness, this practice will empower you to release fear, doubt, and insecurities, revealing the confident, radiant self that already resides within. This meditation will guide you in aligning with your true essence, helping you step into your day with grounded strength and authentic presence. Connect with Lilly at www.lillybalch.com and on instagram @lillybalch. Enjoying TMR? Rate, review or share with a friend! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    15 min
  5. Mastering Healthy Boundaries and Overcoming Perfectionism with Boundary Boss Terri Cole

    OCT 9

    Mastering Healthy Boundaries and Overcoming Perfectionism with Boundary Boss Terri Cole

    I’m super excited to share today’s conversation with the incredible Terri Cole! Terri is a licensed psychotherapist and an expert in personal empowerment. With over two decades of experience, she has worked with a wide range of clients, from international pop stars to Fortune 500 CEOs, helping them break free from self-limiting behaviors and reclaim their personal power. In this episode, Terri and I dive into some truly transformative topics, including: 1:30 – The what, why, and how of healthy boundaries9:00 – What is high-functioning codependency?16:45 – The key symptoms of high-functioning codependency28:45 – Why perfectionism is the thief of joy32:55 – Why it’s so hard to embrace failure and let life get messy Terri also shares insights from her upcoming book, Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency, which you can pre-order here. I loved this conversation, and I’m sure you will too! A gift from Terri- Take the HFC quiz here and connect with Terri at www.terricole.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    45 min
  6. Meditation: Breathe, Release & Open

    OCT 2

    Meditation: Breathe, Release & Open

    What are you carrying? What can you release? In today's practice you're invited to use the breath to release the past and let go of judgment. Enjoying TMR? Rate, review and/or share with a friend. Want to connect? Reach out on www.lillybalch.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    11 min
  7. Do Nothing and Achieve Everything with Barron Hanson

    SEP 25

    Do Nothing and Achieve Everything with Barron Hanson

    I loved having Barron back on the show. In today’s episode, we discuss: How meditation helped Barron navigate NYC’s hedonistic lifestyleHis return to his hometown in Australia and his documentary 'Be Here Nowra'Vedic Meditation and the Maharishi EffectThe concept of blending work with playHow meditation can help you achieve more by doing less This episode is filled with wisdom on slowing down, simplifying, and trusting the process of life. Plus, you’ll walk away with tangible tips to apply in your own journey. Enjoy The Morning Ritual? Be sure to rate, review, or (even better) share this episode with a friend! Connect with Barron: www.barronhanson.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    38 min
  8. Bonus Ep: Autumnal Equinox Meditation

    SEP 22

    Bonus Ep: Autumnal Equinox Meditation

    Happy Fall! In today's episode we honor the Autumn Equinox, a moment of balance between day and night, light and dark, growth and decay. It invites us to honor this equilibrium within ourselves, to reflect on what has grown in our lives, and to release what no longer serves us. Get comfy and listen in. Download the Fall Worksheet here - www.lillybalch.com/fallrituals Enjoying the podcast? It would mean the world to me if you shared, rated and/or reviewing. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    12 min
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For centuries, rituals have been used to bring order and clarity to daily activity. The Morning Ritual is a meditation podcast intended to do just that. Each episode includes a centering meditation to bring more ease, balance, and joy into your mornings, and ultimately into your lives. Please note, you don’t have to be a morning person or a meditator! This podcast is for all. 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

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  • Creator
    Lilly Balch
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    212
  • Rating
    Clean
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