Resilience & Grace
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Meditation: Experience the Five Koshas
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the five koshas, or layers of being in this meditation. The five sheaths include: Annamaya kosha (physical body)Pranamaya kosha (energy body...
Witnessing Your Thoughts
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the main benefits o meditation and turning the mind inward is the ability to mindfully witness thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Tara Brach cal...
Meditation: Witnessing Mind
17 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this meditation, you will expand your awareness and notice physical sensations, thoughts, and feelings in the present moment. Witnessing the presen...
Benefits of Practicing Yoga Outdoors
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While yoga studios are often relaxing, quiet, climate-controlled Zen environments, nothing can beat warm sunshine on your face, a gentle breeze on you...
Meditation: Body Scan
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Body scan meditation is a good way to release the physical tension you might not realize you're experiencing. It is a mindfulness-based intervent...
Restorative vs. Yin Yoga: What is the Difference?
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know yin yoga and restorative yoga are not the same things? From the outside, the practices look similar because they both include long holds,...
Meditation: Inner Joy
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Release tension from the body and mind as you turn toward clarity and inner joy. Cultivate tranquillity and bliss as you let go of your thoughts about...
Yoga for Stress and Anxiety
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
WELCOME to season #5! I am kicking off this season with a very important topic that is near and dear to my heart, anxiety and mental health. May is Na...
Meditation: Heart Center
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
According to the yoga tradition, the heart is the doorway to the sacred. It is the fountainhead of lasting peace and grace. This meditation is dedicat...
Practicing Grace
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Practicing grace creates a balance between masculine and feminine energies. It is the yin to the yang. I chose "Grace" to be a part of my br...
Yoga Nidra: Restful Nurturance
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #60, Mary shares one of her favorite yoga nidra practices called "Restful Nurturance." You will move through the different stages...
Why Resilience Matters
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #59, Mary shares her experience of how resilience has been a part of her journey, helping her continue to show up and persevere. She explai...
Meditation: Balance Yin and Yang
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #58, Mary shares a meditation from Kristen Neff's book, Fierce Self-Compassion. The meditation is titled, Breathing Yin & Yang. ...
Benefits of Yoga
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Yoga is a journey. It invites us to explore our heart's desire while connecting our mind, body, and spirit. It inspires us to be present with whe...
Meditation: 3rd Eye Center
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are many ways to meditate. Bringing your awareness to the center of the mind, also known as the 3rd eye center, can help bring stillness to the ...
Navigating Transitions with Resilience & Grace
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to season #4! I am kicking off a new season at the start of a new season, fall. Fall brings the start of many shifting seasonal transitions. F...
From Languishing to Flourishing
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A term known as "languishing" has been coined by a sociologist named Corey Keyes. Languishing is a sense of stagnation and emptiness. It is ...
Yoga Nidra: Breath Awareness
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This yoga nidra practice is based on the ancient technique called, Shitali Karana. You will be moving awareness on the effortless flow of your breath....
Make Time for Movement
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of our daily routines have been restricted or modified over the past year during the coronavirus pandemic. It can be difficult to find the motiva...
Meditation: Naval Center
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Manipura Chakra is located in the navel center. This special gem is our center for insight, intuition, and inner illumination. Hold your attention...
Rest - Just for a Minute (or Two)
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Give yourself permission to rest. Our brains need more downtime to process and manage all of the information we are bringing in. Downtime is as import...
Me - Today: Self-Reflection and Conversation
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #49, Mary speaks from her heart sharing the projects she is working on and a special Koshas training she is currently taking with Yogarupa ...
Santosha: Contentment
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, the eightfold path includes the niyamas. The second niyama is Santosha. Santosha means complete acceptance or content...
Meditation: Ease and Contentment
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Transform your thoughts into ease and contentment. Follow your breath as a wave of vitality and renewal flood the body while letting go of thought and...
Lead with Love
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Because I have a choice, I choose love." Deepak ChopraOur heart space is where our light comes from. Our entire world is lit by the heart. ...
Yoga Nidra: Self Love
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Relax in a yoga nidra meditation at the heart, welcoming love into your mind and body. Awaken from this meditation feeling relaxed and renewed with ...
Wintering - A Book and a Verb I Love
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wintering by Katherine May is a beautiful book to pick up right now. She shares her personal experiences with winter and the many ways we can come to ...
Meditation: Golden Egg
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this meditation, you will connect deeply to your breath. Your breath fills you with vitality and light. Visualize a golden egg shape seated at the ...
Creating a Sankalpa
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mary shares the steps in creating a Sankalpa, a sacred intention from the heart. Learn the ancient teachings inviting you to pause, listen, and create...
Meditation: Letting Go & Let In Lovingkindness
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mary led this special meditation on Election night 2020. It begins with a letting go meditation bringing ease throughout the body and transitioning ...
Let Go & Get Grounded
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We made it to the end of season 2. In this episode, #40 "Let Go & Get Grounded" Mary shares inspiring ideas and ways you can bring har...
Meditation: Gratitude
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the power of a gratitude practice shifting your awareness to aspects of your life you are grateful for. A gratitude practice connects us to ...
Yoga is the Journey
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self" The Bhagavad Gita. Often the question is asked, what is the purpose of pra...
Meditation: So Hum
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mantra is a meditation technique that helps you to take your mind to quieter, calmer levels of thinking. Mantras are often referred to as vehicles for...
Svadhyaya: Self-Study
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Svadhyaya means, litterally, "to recollect (to remember, to contemplate, to meditation on) the Self." It is the effort to know the Self that...
Meditation: Present Awareness
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this meditation, Mary guides you and invites you to become aware of sound, breath, sensations and thought. With a witnessing mind, you enter into...
Soft Heart, Strong Body
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you found yourself full of judgment? You may be finding yourself these days feeling soft on the outside and hard on the inside. Decision fati...
4-7-8 Breath
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Andrew Weil has taught the 4-7-8 breath to help reduce anxiety, help a person get to sleep, manage cravings and control or reduce anger responses....
Meditation: Heart and Mind
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this meditation, we will bring our awareness to our heart and mind. With conscious awareness, we will bring a balanced presence to these two area...
Self-Care Rituals
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mary shares self-care rituals that help bring her into balance. Let's hear from you! What self-care practices help you manage...
R.A.I.N. - A Practice of Radical Compassion
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tara Brach shares with us in her latest book, Radical Compassion, the acronym RAIN. R - Recognize what is going on; A - Allow the experience to be t...
Calming Breaths for Stressful Times
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Pranayama is a powerful tool that can affect our mood and emotions. The breath and the nervous system are intrinsically linked. Stimulating the va...
Teaching to a Camera...Talking to a Mic
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mary shares her journey from teaching in-person classes to online using Zoom. It has not always been easy, but her years of experie...
Grace, Not Perfection
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"Grace, not Perfection" is the title of a book I have on my shelf, wanting to make time to read. I see the beautiful cover, I am inspired by...
Yoga Nidra: Rest in the Heart
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rest in the healing energy from the heard during a 20-minute yoga nidra practice. Mary will guide you through the practice inviting healing energy a...
Powerful Centers for Meditation
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Where should you place your attention during meditation? Mary explains the benefits of shifting your awareness to one of the three centers during me...
Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu - May All Beings be Happy & Free
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #24, Mary shares a few words written by President Obama today, June 1, 2020, in response to the national protests happening across our coun...
Meditation: Cultivate a Warrior's Heart
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of Memorial Day, Cultivate a Warrior's Heart with a heart-centered meditation practice. Turn inward and breathe into your heart with a...
Back To Basics
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When survival gets triggered, go back to these four basic practices:1. Ritual & Routine2. Rest & Digest3. What you Focus on Grows4. Gratitude
Viloma Pranayama: 3-Part Breath
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Viloma means "against the natural flow." This pranayama or breathing practice separates the inhale into three parts and allowing the exhal...
From Stress to Serenity
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to stay calm and serene? Mary shares her self-care routine encouraging you to reflect and remember the practices that bring you j...
Meditation: Metta Loving-Kindness
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to extend more love to yourself and others with this short Metta meditation.You can sit in a chair (or on the floor) or lie down for this pr...
Meditation: Peaceful Flow
29 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Follow your breath as it moves through your body. Traveling your inhale down to the base of your spine and back up to the crown of your head with an...
Meditation: Alternate Nostril Breathing
29 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to practice Alternate Nostril Breathing also known as Nadi Shodhana. This practice brings balance to your physical, mental, and emotional ...
Creating a Home Practice
29 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mary shares tips on creating a yoga practice at home. Consider your environment, intention and if you want to be teacher or self guided. Create a sp...
Sleep Hygiene & Saboteurs
29 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how good sleepers get their rest. Mary shares helpful tips to go to sleep and wake up feeling rested and ready to start your day!
Reflection of Parayoga weekend workshop with Yogarupa
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I attended Yogarupa's online Parayoga weekend workshop, "Uncovering the Secrets of the Brhadaranyaka Upanishad: A Parayoga Immersion Weekend...
Stop, Drop & Meditate
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can I really meditate? Who has time for that anyway? Won't my thoughts make me feel more anxious, stressed and worried? What is the point? How do...
Brain Resilience & Meditation
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about four key areas you can do to positively impact your brain's health and resilience. In the March/April 2020 Yoga Journal Magazine, a...
Meditation: Kirtan Kriya
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To strengthen the mind, you can practice a 12-minute Kirtan Kriya meditation. It is a meditation to help with memory and practiced by many.1. Find a c...
Yoga Nidra: Essentials
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy the practice of a yoga nidra meditation. This meditation is known as "yogic sleep." Your mind and body will rest as you stay consc...
Yoga Nidra: Breathe Into Sleep
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A breathing meditation intended to support falling asleep, resting the mind and body with conscious awareness.
Living a Life with Intention
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mary shares with you her experience seeing Oprah live in Minnesota at the WW 2020 Life in Focus Tour.
Meet Mary
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Mary's yoga journey and how she started on the path 20 years ago. You can learn more about Mary online at www.mary-mccarthy.com or fo...
Meditation: Healing Light
30 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this meditation you will practice mental alternate nostril breathing. This practice brings balance to the mind and body. The attention shifts t...
Yoga Nidra: Final Relaxation
30 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy some time to rest and reset your body with Savasana, a final relaxation practice. You will be invited to rest on the floor or on your bed. I...
Welcome Poem
30 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mary McCarthy reads Jillian Pransky's poem, "Welcome" from her book Deep Listening. Enjoy!
Meditation: Power of Pause
30 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Take 3 minutes to pause, feel your breath and be present in the moment. Decompress, relax and breathe.
Do You Believe in Magic?
30 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mary McCarthy's December Blog, "Do You Believe in Magic" is recorded. A list of questions to ask your heart during this time of year ...
Moment of Grace
08 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome yourself into a "moment of grace." This 5-minute meditation is focused on the breath. Take time to pause, feel and relax. To lea...