5 Minutes of Peace

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Welcome to 5 Minutes of Peace. A time for you to reflect, recharge, and renew. Five minutes for you to learn more, so you can be more and do more. Just the time you need to awaken something within yourself. In each episode, we share an inspirational tip, a book excerpt, or a mindful meditation. We are all connected … on a path of love, service, and peace … for ourselves and others. We’re glad to be together with you on this path. This podcast is created by ThePeaceRoom, a Reiki healing and training center in Boise, Idaho. If you’d like to know more about The Peace Room .. and our Reiki treatments, crystal healings, training sessions, and certification workshops, go to www.thepeaceroom.love Join us here whenever you need … 5 minutes of peace.

  1. The Power of Eight: Collective Intention, Healing, and Creative Breakthroughs

    3d ago

    The Power of Eight: Collective Intention, Healing, and Creative Breakthroughs

    In this illuminating episode of 5 Minutes of Peace, we explore the transformative concept known as the Power of Eight — inspired by the research of Lynne McTaggart and the applied innovation model of Mark Stinson. Discover how gathering a small group of people with a shared intention (even for just 10 minutes) can shift brainwave patterns, dissolve the sense of separation, and create a powerful state of connection and oneness. Like a beam of focused light, collective intention becomes a force that cuts through distraction and taps into something deeper and universal. The episode also introduces the rebound effect—a profound insight into how directing healing energy toward others activates the body’s relaxation and restoration systems. In a beautiful reversal of traditional self-help thinking, we find that helping others may be the most direct path to our own healing and peace. Finally, we explore how this same principle fuels creativity and innovation. By bringing together diverse perspectives in a focused, ego-free space, the “N-of-8” model demonstrates how collective intention can unlock powerful collaboration, accelerate problem-solving, and spark breakthrough ideas. This episode is a gentle reminder: when we shift our focus outward in service and connection, we unlock something extraordinary within ourselves. What You’ll Experience in This Episode: A simple explanation of the Power of Eight and how it worksHow group intention can influence brainwaves and emotional statesThe healing benefits of altruism and the “rebound effect”A new perspective on self-help through service to othersHow collective focus enhances creativity and innovation A Moment of Reflection: Where might you invite others into shared intention? What could shift if your focus moved from “me” to “we”? By directing our energy toward the healing and growth of others, we discover a powerful pathway to our own peace, connection, and creative expansion. Connect & Continue the Journey: To learn more about sessions, Reiki training, and community experiences, visit: 🌿 www.thepeaceroom.love Join us again whenever you need a moment to reflect, recharge, and renew. Five minutes of peace — whenever you need it.

    4 min
  2. The Inner Oracle: Awakening Your Intuition, with Stephanie Curd of Immersive Spirit

    Jun 4

    The Inner Oracle: Awakening Your Intuition, with Stephanie Curd of Immersive Spirit

    In this calming and empowering episode of 5 Minutes of Peace, we’re guided by Stephanie Curd of Immersive Spirit through a gentle meditation designed to reconnect us with our inner wisdom — our “inner oracle.” Through breath, body awareness, and visualization, Stephanie invites us to release tension, quiet the mental noise, and turn inward. At the heart of this practice is a glowing light within the chest — a symbol of intuition that has always been present, steady, and trustworthy. This meditation reminds us that intuition is not something we need to earn or learn from outside sources — it is a natural, innate guidance system. By slowing down and listening, we can access clarity, peace, and a deeper sense of self-trust. Listeners are encouraged to carry this awareness into their day — noticing those quiet inner nudges and honoring the voice within that speaks before logic. Key Takeaways • Intuition is your birthright — not a rare gift, but an inner knowing available to everyone • The body holds wisdom — through sensations, feelings, and subtle signals • Stillness creates clarity — when we pause, insight naturally rises • You don’t need to have all the answers — presence is enough • Your inner voice is trustworthy — even when it doesn’t follow logic Memorable Moment “This is your intuition. This is your inner oracle… and she has never once led you wrong.” About our Guest Stephanie, alongside her sister Natalie, is a co-founder of Immersive Spirit. From an early age, they experienced intuitive and psychic abilities, including prophetic dreams that shaped their spiritual path. Their work blends a wide range of spiritual traditions — from Wicca and indigenous wisdom to Buddhism and modern spiritual practices — creating a unique, integrative approach to healing and personal growth. Today, they offer intuitive readings, Reiki healing, spiritual coaching, and educational experiences, while continuing to guide others in developing their own intuitive gifts. Connect with Stephanie and Immersive Spirit: • Website: www.immersivespirit.com • Podcast: High Heels to Happy Feels • Social: Available across major platforms Closing Reflection Take a moment today to pause…to listen… to trust the quiet voice within. Your inner oracle is always there — waiting for you to hear her.

    8 min
  3. Letting Go of Worry and Finding Peace in the Present, with Saw Myint

    May 28

    Letting Go of Worry and Finding Peace in the Present, with Saw Myint

    Welcome to 5 Minutes of Peace — a moment to reflect, recharge, and renew. Each episode offers a brief meditation or inspirational reading to help you reconnect with calm, clarity, and presence. In this episode, our guest is Saw Myint, joining us from Sydney, Australia. Saw's Facebook page Saw's Website Saw shares a deeply personal reflection on mental well-being and the importance of caring for our inner life. Having experienced periods of depression earlier in life, Saw speaks openly about how spirituality and self-reflection helped him find a path toward peace — and how that journey now inspires her to help others who may feel lost or overwhelmed. Saw reminds us that much of our emotional suffering comes from worries and memories that are no longer present. Feelings of happiness or unhappiness arise and pass, just like everything else in life. When we pause long enough to notice them, we begin to see that many of our fears live only in our thoughts. Through a gentle practice of awareness, Saw encourages us to let go of what we cannot control and to use our time wisely. Life is short, she reminds us, and our time is one of our most precious resources. Choosing how we spend it — whether through service, compassion, or personal growth — shapes the meaning of our lives. This episode offers a reminder that peace often begins with a small daily moment of stillness, where we allow our thoughts to pass and reconnect with the present. Thank you for listening — and thank yourself for taking five minutes of peace. To learn more about The Peace Room, our Reiki sessions, trainings, and workshops, visit www.ThePeaceRoom.love Join us again whenever you need… 5 Minutes of Peace.

    5 min
  4. Difficult Conversations: Finding Calm, Clarity, and Compassion

    May 21

    Difficult Conversations: Finding Calm, Clarity, and Compassion

    In this episode of 5 Minutes of Peace, we are guided through a gentle reflection on navigating difficult conversations with greater presence and compassion. Rather than avoiding or bracing against these moments, this practice invites us to slow down, breathe, and soften our inner response. Through mindful awareness, we begin to notice the emotions that arise — tension, fear, defensiveness — and create space to meet them with calm instead of reaction. This episode reminds us that difficult conversations are not just challenges to get through, but opportunities to listen more deeply, speak more truthfully, and remain grounded in our own center. With a focus on breath, body awareness, and intention, we are encouraged to approach these interactions with clarity, kindness, and self-trust. Key Takeaways• Pause — a breath can shift the entire tone of a conversation • Stay connected to your body — grounding helps you remain present • You don’t need to control the outcome — focus on how you show up • Compassion changes everything — for yourself and the other person • Difficult conversations can deepen connection when approached with awareness Memorable Reflection“You can meet this moment with calm… and let your presence lead the conversation.”The next time a difficult conversation arises, pause… breathe… and remember — You can choose presence over reaction, and compassion over control.

    4 min
  5. Poetry as a Doorway to Creativity, with Lisa Tener

    May 14

    Poetry as a Doorway to Creativity, with Lisa Tener

    In this reflective episode of 5 Minutes of Peace, writer, coach, and creative guide Lisa Tener invites us into the gentle and accessible world of poetry. She reminds us that poetry isn’t reserved for experts or scholars—it’s a natural form of expression available to anyone willing to listen inwardly and explore what arises. Lisa begins by encouraging a spirit of curiosity when approaching poetry. Whether writing or listening, poetry can help us explore sound, emotion, rhythm, and imagination. Rather than worrying about technique, she suggests simply asking: What does this poem make me feel? What does it awaken inside me? She shares a short poem that describes poetry as a doorway at the center of the universe—an opening that invites us to step beyond the ordinary and return with words, images, and inspiration flowing freely. Through this metaphor, Lisa reminds us that creativity is always available when we open ourselves to it. In her second poem, “Poetry Night at the Rite Aid Parking Lot,” Lisa captures a spontaneous moment of creative awakening. Inspired by the energy of fellow writers after a conference, she pulls over under the bright lights of a quiet parking lot and begins writing lines as they arrive. In that moment, she imagines others doing the same—poets appearing unexpectedly, responding to the quiet call of creativity, filling their notebooks under ordinary lights in an ordinary place. Through this story, Lisa offers a simple but powerful invitation: creativity can happen anywhere, at any moment. All it takes is a willingness to pause, listen, and let words emerge. As the episode closes, she encourages listeners to try writing a few lines themselves—perhaps even pulling over somewhere unexpected, like that parking lot, to capture whatever wants to be expressed. Lisa Tener is a book coach, writing mentor, and author who helps writers bring their ideas to life. You can learn more about her work, her writing community, and a free nonfiction book writing course at lisatener.com. Take a moment today to notice what words, images, or feelings might be waiting for you. Creativity often begins with a single breath, a quiet pause, and the courage to put pen to paper. Join us again whenever you need five minutes of peace.

    6 min
  6. Celebrating, instead of comparing yourself to others.

    May 7

    Celebrating, instead of comparing yourself to others.

    In this reflective reading, listeners are invited to step away from the habit of comparing themselves to others and instead honor their own unique path. The message reminds us that each person carries a distinct perspective, shaped by their experiences, quirks, and individuality. These differences are not flaws to hide, but gifts that bring creativity, discovery, and new solutions into the world. The reading acknowledges that while society encourages certain forms of conformity — such as respecting laws and treating others with kindness — true fulfillment does not come from trying to reshape ourselves to match someone else’s life. Constant comparison often creates unrealistic expectations and unnecessary disappointment. It can also lead to resentment, when the truth is that everyone is simply walking their own journey. Listeners are encouraged to appreciate qualities they admire in others while remembering that they were never meant to become someone else. Life is too short to spend it pretending. When we remain true to ourselves, we naturally attract people who value us for who we really are. This episode gently reminds us that authenticity is a form of peace. When we stop measuring ourselves against others, we create space to live more freely, more honestly, and more fully. Take a moment today to release comparison and reconnect with your own unique place in the world. Thank you for listening — and thank yourself for taking five minutes of peace. To learn more about The Peace Room, including Reiki treatments, crystal healing, trainings, and workshops, visit www.thepeaceroom.love. Join us again whenever you need five minutes of peace.

    4 min
  7. The Breath Between: Listening for Inspiration with Alexandra Beller

    Apr 30

    The Breath Between: Listening for Inspiration with Alexandra Beller

    In this reflective episode of 5 Minutes of Peace, choreographer and educator Alexandra Beller guides us through a simple yet profound breathing practice rooted in awareness, not control. Rather than “holding” the breath, Alexandra invites us to pause at the top of the inhale and the bottom of the exhale, waiting until the body naturally asks for the next breath. In these quiet, in-between spaces, something deeper begins to emerge — sensation, awareness, even insight. This practice highlights breath as a bridge between the conscious and unconscious mind, offering an embodied way to access creativity, release habitual patterns, and reconnect with inner rhythm. Listeners are encouraged to explore these pauses as portals — places where inspiration (literally, “inhalation”) can arise when we soften effort and begin to listen. Key Takeaways • Pause, don’t force — allow the body to guide the rhythm of breath • The spaces between breaths are powerful — moments of insight and awareness often arise there • Breath connects mind and body — linking conscious choice with unconscious processes • Creativity is natural — our first form of creativity is problem-solving • Notice and release habits — breath can help us interrupt patterns that no longer serve us Memorable Moment “It’s less about control and more about listening for the body to say, I need something… or I am ready to let go of something.” About our Guest Alexandra Beller (MFA, CMA) is a choreographer, director, and educator, and a former member of the Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company. As Artistic Director of Alexandra Beller/Dances, she has created over 40 dance theater works internationally. Her work blends somatic practice, creative inquiry, and embodied awareness, with teaching experience spanning Princeton University, the Laban Institute, and global residencies. Alexandra is currently authoring two upcoming books: The Embodied Conductor and The Anatomy of Art. Learn More Explore Alexandra’s work, classes, and resources at alexandrabellerdances.org Closing Reflection Take a breath…and wait. In the quiet space before the next inhale, what is your body ready to receive?

    5 min
  8. Managing Your Energy, Not Just Your Time

    Apr 23

    Managing Your Energy, Not Just Your Time

    Welcome to 5 Minutes of Peace, a brief pause in your day to reflect, recharge, and renew. Each episode offers a moment of insight or meditation designed to awaken something meaningful within you. In this episode, we explore the idea that how we manage our energy may matter more than how we manage our time. Many of us structure our lives around schedules, deadlines, and productivity goals, believing that careful time management will help us accomplish everything we hope to do. Yet experts increasingly suggest that sustainable productivity and well-being come not from controlling time, but from caring for the energy we bring to each moment. The reflection invites us to reconsider the common saying that life is a marathon, not a sprint. When we push through tasks without replenishing our energy, we may find ourselves exhausted, unable to fully enjoy the very moments we planned for rest or connection. Instead, the practice of energy management encourages us to notice what restores us—activities that lift our mood, refresh our creativity, and help us feel present again. Listeners are encouraged to think about simple ways to renew their energy: identifying activities that bring joy or calm, allowing more generous time for breaks, celebrating small accomplishments along the way, and giving themselves permission to pause and recover when needed. The message is simple but powerful: our inner energy doesn’t follow the clock. When we learn to listen to it and care for it, we can move through life’s long journey with greater ease, resilience, and peace. Thank you for listening—and thank yourself for taking five minutes of peace. To learn more about The Peace Room, including Reiki sessions, crystal healing, classes, and workshops, visit www.thepeaceroom.love. Join us again whenever you need… five minutes of peace.

    4 min
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Welcome to 5 Minutes of Peace. A time for you to reflect, recharge, and renew. Five minutes for you to learn more, so you can be more and do more. Just the time you need to awaken something within yourself. In each episode, we share an inspirational tip, a book excerpt, or a mindful meditation. We are all connected … on a path of love, service, and peace … for ourselves and others. We’re glad to be together with you on this path. This podcast is created by ThePeaceRoom, a Reiki healing and training center in Boise, Idaho. If you’d like to know more about The Peace Room .. and our Reiki treatments, crystal healings, training sessions, and certification workshops, go to www.thepeaceroom.love Join us here whenever you need … 5 minutes of peace.

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