Beste Selena podcaster (2024)

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Ep 68: Zach Day - Santal + Pumpkin (Kringle) 56:35

22d ago56:35

56:35

Your favorite candle podcast is back after a long hiatus! This week, Selena chats with singer/songwriter Zach Day who is in his candle era and eager to share it with you! Zach shares his candle journey, from the hollers of Appalachia to the stages of Hollywood on THE VOICE! Plus, Zach shares a HUGE update about his newest collab. ENJOY then subscri…

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Introducing Anything for Selena host Maria Garcia's new podcast, "My Divo" 28:31

5M ago28:31

28:31

Host Maria Garcia is back to introduce the spiritual sequel to Anything For Selena — a podcast about going back to your roots, with the life of Juan Gabriel as a guide. To listen to the Apple Original podcast My Divo, click here: http://apple.co/MyDivoAv WBUR & Futuro Studios

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Ep 67: Julia Olson - Slow Burn (Boy Smells x Kacey Musgraves) 52:37

5M ago52:37

52:37

Selena took about 6 few weeks off to dive into another podcast that she's now hosting (Betches Brides--be sure to tune in), but today she is back to give you the hot candle conversation that you love, sweet candleheads! This week her guest is true blue candlehead Julia Olson! Julia shares dramatic stories of two major candle incidents, her love of …

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The Seeker Is The Sought 18:52

5M ago18:52

18:52

Namaste. In this episode, we explore the idea that the seeker is that which is being sought. By recognizing that you already are the peace, happiness, and freedom you seek, it is possible to just be. // Ideas from my latest book, “Finding Freedom Where You Are” are included in this discussion (link below) // Namaste. Love to all, Selena Sage // min…

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Just Be 23:48

6M ago23:48

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Namaste dear one. One of the most important lessons I’ve learned is to JUST BE. But this is not a message for the personal self, it’s a message for the Infinite Self. The Infinite Self is that which recognizes the changing nature of forms, thoughts, and feelings (personal self). By BEING the Self, we are free. Namaste. Love to all, Selena Sage // m…

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Divine Timing and Acceptance 19:37

6M ago19:37

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Namaste dear one. This reflection is about mindfully understanding loss, guilt, and regret. By accepting everything that’s happened as the path of least suffering to freedom, happiness, and peace, we embrace our opportunity to evolve and be free in the moment of now. Namaste. Love to all, Selena Sage // mindfulnessmeditationcoach.com…

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What is your perspective? 15:49

7M ago15:49

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Namaste dear one. This episode explores how a change of perspective can change our experience of life. “Change the way you look at things and the things you look at will change.” May we remember that a cloud never dies. Namaste. Love to all, Selena Sage // mindfulnessmeditationcoach.com

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Ep 66: Hannah Sutker - Trader Joe's Fresh Currant 55:09

7M ago55:09

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This week, Selena sits down with writer and podcasting first-timer Hannah Sutker for some hot candle convo! Hannah is not afraid to "name and shame" everyone in her candle journey, from airing herself out as a youngster to proclaiming the WORST Trader Joe's candle as an adult. The gals talk about the infamous Chris Evans candle, Diptyques the size …

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You Are A Blank Canvas 15:04

7M ago15:04

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Namaste dear one. This episode explores identification as the Creator (the painter), Created (the painting), or Infinite Creative potential (the blank canvas) through the analogy of painting. I hope that it might lead to deeper contemplation of how you experience, and how that experience might change due to different identification. May you know th…

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Ignore Time 9:20

7M ago9:20

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Namaste dear one. While reading, “The Unknown Teachings of Lao Tzu: Hua Hu Ching” by Brian Walker, I was reminded of our opportunity to ignore time by living in and as loving Presence. This is the essence of “Finding Freedom Where You Are” amazon.com/author/selenasage // Episode Note: Actual Prince quote from 1999: “I don’t celebrate birthdays, so …

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How do you manage your thoughts? 14:20

7M ago14:20

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Namaste dear one. This episode was inspired by this article: self.com/story/mindfulness-meditation-health-benefits If we use mindfulness meditation to manage our thoughts, we simply observe the thoughts (and associated feelings) that arise and allow them to flow through us. We can use the method: Observe, Record, Release to end the cycle of ruminat…

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How To Be Happy 10:49

7M ago10:49

10:49

Namaste dear one. In this episode, we mindfully explore happiness as a state of being that is possible for us in this moment, and every moment. I also wish my lovely Madre, who always shines so beautiful and bright, a very happy birthday today. I am because she is. Namaste. Love to all, Selena Sage // mindfulnessmeditationcoach.com…

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What do you fear? 13:58

7M ago13:58

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Namaste dear one. In this episode, we explore the concept of fear as False Evidence Appearing Real. We mindfully sit with our fear and transform it to insightful joy with concentration and understanding. And we are reminded to tend to the seeds of the experiences that we want to feel, while we consciously see all of the blooms that we currently hav…

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Ep 65: Paisley Fields - Mahogany Teakwood 38:14

7M ago38:14

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Selena took a brief hiatus from TWM, which she addresses at the top of the episode, but we are back! This week, Selena chats with singer, songwriter, and candlehead Paisley Fields (@PaisleyJamesFields on Insta, @PaisleyFields on TikTok) about his candle journey, from Mall of America candlemaking with his show choir candle crew to Yankee Candle grab…

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Be Empty to Be Full 14:18

7M ago14:18

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Namaste dear one. A morning walk to the ocean here in Santo Antão, Cabo Verde reminded me of a message from a beloved teacher and Saint, Sri Neem Karoli Baba: “If you do not make it empty, how will you fill it up again?” By learning to embrace loss and letting go, we recognize that divine emptiness is full of love. By remaining connected to our bod…

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What if everything is perfect as it is? 14:35

7M ago14:35

14:35

Namasté. In this episode, we mindfully consider the question, “What if everything is perfect as it is,” and recognize that nothing is ever all good or all bad. By shifting our views, we are able to mindfully transform suffering with compassion and understanding. The resulting insight often inspires positive creative action that can change our exper…

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Season 7 Intro: Mindfulness Meditation Coach 14:03

7M ago14:03

14:03

Namaste dear one. I’m so excited to share my new offering—Mindfulness Meditation Coach, available at https://mindfulnessmeditationcoach.com Through the power of Mindfulness Meditation, we are able to heal and transform suffering in the present moment. In this way, we are able to truly live free. This episode discusses the meaning of Mindfulness Med…

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Anything for Selena Presents: "Beyond All Repair," a new podcast about an unsolved murder and a woman who wasn’t believed 25:28

8M ago25:28

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Introducing Beyond All Repair, a new WBUR podcast hosted by Amory Sivertson. This series tells the story of a murder, but also the woman who was accused of that murder, Sophia. Sophia was newly married and 6 months pregnant when she was charged with murdering her mother-in-law in 2002. She gave birth to a son in jail that she hasn’t seen since, and…

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Ep 64: Kathleen McGivney - Fairuza Balk's Vestacha International Candle 1:10:35

8M ago1:10:35

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This week, Selena chats with candlehead Kathleen McGivney (@kmcgivney on Insta and CEO of @redbarcrew on Insta), a woman who witnessed Selena’s triumphant candle win at Linda Loves Bingo back in December! They discuss that fateful night and, of course, Kathleen’s candle journey, from goth teen intention candles to party tablescapes to candle ritual…

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Ep 63: Shoshana Seid-Green - DROOZ Date Night in the Village 59:48

9M ago59:48

59:48

This week, Selena sits down with longtime TWM listener, musician, pianist, and copyeditor Shoshana Seid-Green! Shoshana (@shoshanasg on Insta) grew up in a non-candle home but found her way to candles, thankfully. Shoshana and Selena discuss their shared disdain for candles in weird shapes, a short-lived rival candle podcast, the blur of the past 4…

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Ep 62: Lucinda Degerlund - Wild Blueberry Vanilla (Trish McEvoy) 45:27

9M ago45:27

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This week, Selena has a hot candle conversation with fashion blogger, team lead for tall women, and candlehead, Lucinda Degerlund (@lucindadegerlund on Insta). She shares her love of Bed, Bath & Beyond coupon maximizing, her days of outlet shopping in scenic Maine, and the "candle incident of 2023" that still haunts her. PLUS in a Two Wick Minimum …

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Ep 61: Carolyn Castiglia - Voluspa Rose Colored Glasses 1:06:15

10M ago1:06:15

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We're back after a few weeks off and the candle convo is HOT AS EVER! Selena sits down with comedian and candlehead Carolyn Castiglia (@comediancarolyn on Insta) for a laughter-filled, hilarious, heartelt, and freewheeling chat. Carolyn shares the story of her 21st birthday cake with candle, her feelings about the evils of capitalism, her favorite …

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Ep 60: Peter Cool of @Lets_Talk_Candles - LeLabo Figue 15 56:34

11M ago56:34

56:34

This week, Selena chats with an Instagram candle reviewer extraordinaire, Peter Cool of @Lets_Talk_Candles. On his Insta page, Peter crafts super thorough, informative, and evocative reviews of candles of all sorts—from LeLabo to Diptyque to Roen to Herland to Harlem Candle Co to Tatine to Outdoor Fellow and many, many more. Peter shares his candle…

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Ep 59: Carrie Gravenson - Balsam Fir 56:31

12M ago56:31

56:31

This week, Selena sits down with her friend, comedian and professional organizer Carrie Gravenson (@carriegravenson) and they have a wide-ranging conversation from Ren Faires to lava lamps to Franzia to letting yourself LIVE via stickers. Carrie shares her two favorite scent profiles and Selena talks about her love of Massachusetts. (music: bensoun…

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Ep 58: Sue Funke (returns) - Pumpkin Bonfire 1:03:33

1y ago1:03:33

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This week Selena has a returning guest, comedian and social media maven Sue Funke (@thesuefunke) which makes her a Two Wick Minimum ALL STAR. Sue comes in hot and spills the tea (and the wax) about the Bath & Body Works Debacle of 2019. The gals talk about big candle, rewards programs, burning at the office, Betty White, and much more. (music: bens…

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Season 6 Finale: Return to Zero 14:13

1y ago14:13

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Namaste and thank you for journeying through this lovely season! Thank you so much for supporting my latest book “Finding Freedom Where You Are” — available now at zentaobooks.com // Returning to Zero is a return to the blank page — letting go of all you think you are and all you think you know. May you know and embrace this blank page as Freedom i…

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Ep 57: Katina Corrao - Capri Blue 49:38

1y ago49:38

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This week, Selena chats with comedian and actress Katina Corrao (@KatinaCorra) and they have a hilarious candle convo. Katina introduces Selena to Goose Creek, shares stories of Christmastime luminary setups, and schemes up a brilliant concept for a candle that doesn't exist (yet). (music: bensound.com)…

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Let Go of Old Ideas 14:50

1y ago14:50

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Namasté dear one. In this episode, I’m inspired to share a brief guided meditation and exercise to facilitate the experience of letting go of an old idea for just a moment. This letting go leaves space for creativity and innovation for the new. How might you reimagine your life, and the world around you, to prioritize peace, love, and freedom? May …

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Ep 56: Ashley Brooke Roberts - Diptyque Eucalyptus 55:12

1y ago55:12

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Season 5 continues apace! This week, Selena chats with Ashley Brooke Roberts (@ashley_brooke_roberts on Insta; @ashleybrookeroberts on TikTok) who is a comedian, writer, and a true believer in the magical powers of Diptyque's Eucalyptus candle. The ladies talk about their respective teen shoplifting phases, the proper liquid to use when dusting you…

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Introducing ‘The Gun Machine’, a podcast about how America was forged by the gun industry 3:00

1y ago3:00

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Produced by WBUR, Boston’s NPR, in partnership with The Trace, The Gun Machine looks into the past to bring you a story that most Americans never learned in history class: how early partnerships between mad scientist gunsmiths and a fledgling U.S. government created the gun industry in the Northeast, and how that industry has been partners with the…

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Cleanse Your Mind 21:51

1y ago21:51

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Namaste and thank YOU for being on this magical journey with me. In this episode, I’m inspired to share the message to cleanse your mind as I also celebrate the 8th anniversary of “Meditative Questions” with spontaneous shares from “Meditative Questions” — ‘Who would you be without the pain?’ — and “Finding Freedom Where You Are” — ‘Love + Live Fre…

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Ep 55: Jackie Willis - Peony 41:34

1y ago41:34

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Two Wick Minimum is back, candleheads! After a summer away from the pod, this episode kicks off season 5 and Selena is thrilled to bring you the hot candle conversations you love. This week, Selena sits down with writer Jackie Willis who shares her candle journey, with pit stops in the land of vanilla, a candle-free era when she “opted for fresh ai…

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Everything Is Always Working Out 11:31

1y ago11:31

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Namaste dear one and love from my island of Santo Antão. I send love to Maui and California Ohana (family), and all in need, knowing we are One. By feeling deeply, “Everything is always working out for me,” may we find the strength and courage to take the next right step in this moment. Namaste. Love to all, Selena Sage // selenasage.com // Fb + IG…

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I Got A Breast Augmentation To Look Like Barbie 10:00

1+ y ago10:00

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In this episode, Selena reveals she got a Barbie-inspired breast augmentation! They discuss how plastic surgery can impact a relationship and try to get to the bottom of why some men would say "NO" to their partner getting cosmetic surgery. AJ also reveals whether or not he would get plastic surgery...is there a double standard for men? Support the…

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Can A Relationship Survive Cheating? 20:58

1+ y ago20:58

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In this episode of AJ and Selena, the couple answers several questions related to dating and relationships. They discuss whether men or women have more power in relationships, whether or not couples should share passwords and does cheating signal the end of a relationship. They also answer the age old question, "Do opposites attract?", pulling from…

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NEW BOOK: Finding Freedom Where You Are 19:11

1+ y ago19:11

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Namaste dear one. I’m so happy to share that the print version of “Finding Freedom Where You Are” is now available on Amazon here: amazon.com/author/selenasage 💙 Thank you for your kind support of the Art, which also supports this podcast 💞 I hope that you will enjoy the Zen and Artistic experience and I thank you in advance for also sharing your r…

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Ep 54: Mindy Raf - Tobacco Flower 55:20

1+ y ago55:20

55:20

This week, host Selena sits down with comedian, author, actor, musician, and candlehead Mindy Raf (@mmmindela on Insta). Mindy shares her theories about candle tastes among different religions, they talk about wax play, and Selena solves the problem of a broken vessel. Subscribe, rate, review, candleheads! (Music: Bensound.com)…

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The Nature of Stress, Anger, and Worry 20:00

1+ y ago20:00

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Namaste dear one. Sending love from California, where I’m inspired to share reflections about the nature of stress, anger, and worry. When we recognize that these emotions are within us, we realize our own power to shift our experience. This episode also shares quotes from my books “Meditative Questions” and “Finding Freedom Where You Are,” availab…

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Ep 53: Drew Yauch - Diptyque Rosaviola 54:36

1+ y ago54:36

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This week, Selena chats with "candle kid" Drew Yauch (@DSYauch on Insta, YouTube, TikTok) and he introduces her to so many cool brands—D.S. & Durga, Byredo, and more. Drew is a candle icon who admits that "scent is my life" and they have a hugely fun and informative conversation. Hear his hot takes on wax melts, Diptyque, Bath & Body Works iconic f…

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Chop Wood, Carry Water 15:47

1+ y ago15:47

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Namaste dear one. Inspired by the Zen saying, “Chop wood, Carry water,” these reflections are all about meeting each moment as it arises and returning to the silence and stillness of our true nature as Brahman — the ultimate reality. Included in this episode is a chant you may wish to repeat to return to your true Infinite Self — the silent and sti…

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Ep 52: Abigail Stone - Otherland Extra Hour 50:26

1+ y ago50:26

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This week, host Selena Coppock chats with the CEO and co-founder of Otherland (@otherlandco), Abigail Stone (@alphagail). Abigail is a lifelong candle and scent lover and she "followed her nose" from studying art history in college to working for Ralph Lauren to business school to founding Otherland. They discuss the challenges and joys of running …

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Guided Meditation: Release 19:34

1+ y ago19:34

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Namaste dear one. Guiding this meditation is this wisdom from Sri Mooji: “Nothing is wrong with anything. It is only the relationship that you have created with them: the meaning that you have given to things that is troubling you.” Together, we release all thoughts and things, remaining present in the moment of now in and as Love. We dissolve all …

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Focus On What You Want 14:33

1+ y ago14:33

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Namaste dear one. During the Lunar Eclipse of 5 May 2023, there is an inspiration to share this reflection with you. I invite you to use this magical time to focus earnestly on only that which you want. Embody THAT. Allow anything that is *not that* to fall away. May you feel as free as you truly are. Namaste. Love to all, Selena Sage // selenasage…

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Creativity + Freedom 34:53

1+ y ago34:53

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Namaste dear one. Deep love and thanks to the late, great artist Virgil Abloh for inspiring this exploration and reflection on creativity and freedom. This episode also includes two shares from my books: “Meditative Questions”: When you can do nothing, what can you do? // and “Finding Freedom Where You Are”: Life is simply happening. // I hope this…

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Ep 51: Kendra Cunningham - Balsam Fir 43:50

1+ y ago43:50

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Happy Two Wick Thursday, candleheads! This episode is 2 days later than usual because Selena was traveling and securing her base tan, but you will find that the wait is well worth it. This week, Selena chats with comedian Kendra Cunningham (@theotherkendra) and they crack each other up! They discuss tunnelling, tapping, intuition, astrology, and fi…

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Wherever you go, Be happy 7:05

1+ y ago7:05

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Namaste dear one. Today the inspiration was simply to read a passage from the Ashtavakra Gita (Thomas Byrom translation entitled, “The Heart of Awareness”). Every time I read the refrain, “Wherever you go, Be happy,” there was an awareness that my body smiled with extra feeling, so that is the chosen name of this episode. Namaste. Love to all, Sele…

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Urgency is only a Thought 13:22

1+ y ago13:22

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Namaste dear one. Heartfelt gratitude to my sister Gigi for inspiring this message. This episode also includes an excerpt from my latest book, “Finding Freedom Where You Are”: Things are not as urgency as they seem. When we recognize that things are not as urgent as they seem, we are able to be still and calm, responding only to what the present mo…

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Reflections about Thoughts 16:44

1+ y ago16:44

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Namaste dear one. Today the inspiration is here to share this question from Sri Ramana Maharshi: “To whom has this thought occurred?” By exploring the deeper levels of this inquiry, we shift to the recognition of the “Me” that is Consciousness — beyond the body-mind. With an excerpt from my latest book, “Finding Freedom Where You Are,” we explore a…

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Part 2: Thoughts and Colors 16:52

1+ y ago16:52

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Namaste dear one. After recording and listening to the previous episode, the immediate inspiration arose to record a follow-up. This episode presents a more simplified meditation exercise and expands the discussion to include reflections and two of the questions from my first book, “Meditative Questions” — available at zentaobooks.com // Episode co…

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Guided Meditation: Thoughts + Colors 22:25

1+ y ago22:25

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Namaste dear one. Today, there is inspiration to explore with you this question: What color are your thoughts? Using visualization, we reflect on various experiences of happiness / beauty, love, and peace. We identify the color of the collective energy of those visualizations and harness the power of those colors to facilitate healing and calm in o…

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