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The Long Road13. One Breath at a Time - Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH)The Long Road – Episode 13Guest – Mel Nicol Hosted by – Lisa McKelveyIn this episode, Mel shares what life was like raising four children while living remotely on Cubbie Station in Dirranbandi, QLD. Their journey took a complex turn when their youngest child, Will, was born with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH).Mel speaks openly about the challenges, the heartbreak, and the strength it takes to be a medical mum — and how, at its core, it’s all about navigating and advocating for your child.Notes and...2025-06-2239 min
Sacred & Rooted75. How you can set yourself up for success (James Clear)This episode is for you if you want to tweak your life for more meaning and deeper levels of success. It is inspired by this gorgeous quote by James Clear: You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.
Are you setting yourself up for success?
In this episode we explore:
1) what systems you have currently operating in your life and which ones aren't working for your highest good :) No shame or guilt - everyone has systems that fall a little short! But once yo...2025-06-1125 min
Sacred & Rooted74. 3 Ways Golf is a Spiritual PracticeThis episode is a fun one! I've recently taken up golf as a regular sport, and it was all because my son got into it and loved it so much he'd want me to take him! So, I've had first hand experience on how golf changes the depth of life lesson type conversations we are having and how it forces you to build resilience, patience and commitment to the skills of the game, is so fantastic.
Three Ways Golf is a Spiritual Practice:
1. Patience, Patience, Patience and Self Compassion
2. Shake it Off
3...2025-06-0625 min
Sacred & Rooted73. Morning Magic - Pep TalkGood Morning! Your are amazing! Your are beautiful! You are important. Listen in for more words of encouragement as we start the week :)
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Wishing you a beautiful day! Lisa2025-06-0205 min
Sacred & Rooted72. Who are you in spite of your Mistakes?If you've ever felt stupid for making a mistake, found yourself stuck on a mistake you made and wishing it could be different, and literally gotten so tired of your own self talk that guilts you or shames you into feeling worthless because of a mistake you've made - then THIS is the episode for you!
With the New Moon In Gemini, the universe has your back, even more than usual :) Brainstorm your hopes and dreams for the future and be bold with your commitment to see things through - just because you've made mistakes in the p...2025-05-2733 min
Sacred & Rooted71. Morning Magic: Why you can't wait until you're readyHappy Morning Magic Episode - meant to inspire, add joy and encouragement to your life!
Are you waiting for the perfect moment to begin something important—launch a project, make a change, or finally show up fully as yourself? This episode is a loving nudge to just do it already :)
In this episode, we explore the mindset trap of waiting until you feel “ready”—and how it holds back so many high achievers, creatives, and spiritual seekers from the living authentically.
You’ll learn how to shift from perfectionism, procrastination, or avoidance to momentum, an...2025-05-2315 min
Sacred & Rooted70. Why Meditation is so Awesome for your Spiritual Wellbeing (Part 3 of 3) Meditation is an incredibly powerful tool in your quest for Inner Peace and experiencing pleasure and meaning in your life.
The word meditation comes from from the Latin term Meditatum which means ‘to ponder’. By practicing meditation, we experience our SELF (or our SOUL) and realize how closely tied together our spirit is with our mind and our body.
A very brief history of how meditation has been practiced by our ancestors was given.
Spiritual benefits discussed in this episode are:
Gives you a wider perspective
Everyone is interconnected and interwoven, generating increased...2025-05-1956 min
Sacred & Rooted69 Why Meditation is Awesome for your Body (Part 2 of 3)Meditation is an anti-inflammatory and de-stressing tool for your body - free and available to you anywhere and at any time, who doesn't love that? :)
Physical benefits to mediation mentioned in this episode are:
Lowers blood pressure, lower resting heart rate, better overall cardiovascular heart health
Increases healing on a cellular level
Stress reduction by calming the nervous system
Pain Management: it can reduce pain perception by altering brain activity and promoting a sense of calmness
Improved sleep quality - meditation helps you redirect racing or runaway thoughts, allows you to release tension in the body, and gen...2025-05-1632 min
Sacred & Rooted68 Why Meditation is Awesome for your Mental/Emotional Health (Part 1 of 3)Think of Meditation as mental-floss or good mental hygiene - for your mental and emotional health.
As a meditation teacher, I am a massive meditation fan - and so I've put together a series of episodes, this one is Part 1, which goes through just a sampling of all the benefits of meditation for mental and emotional health.
The ways meditation is awesome - that are discussed in this episode are:
Reduces stress across the board, which reduces anxiety & overwhelm
Increases your patience, which allows us to communicate with other better, to respond to the wo...2025-05-1242 min
Sacred & Rooted67 Archangels 101This episode is all about archangels - just an introduction to them all, cause I am just learning and deeping into my relationship with them along with you! This episode is a mixture of my own research and experimenting, card decks by Collette Baron-Reid and Doreen Virture, along with the book titled Looking for Angels by Nichole Bigley and Scott Guerin.
Archangels included in this episode are:
Archangel Michael "Saint Michael"
Archangel Gabriel "Messenger Angel"
Archangel Haniel "Angel of Joy"
Archangel Raziel "Angel of Mysteries"
Archangel Sandalphon "An...2025-05-0849 min
Sacred & Rooted66. The Amazing Impact of your Words (& your actions)I FINALLY DID IT! Wow, sometimes we truly are our biggest hurtle - my goodness, but it sounds great and I'm glad to finally have an intro :) Send me an email at lisa@lisanicol.ca and let me know how you like it!
In this episode - I discuss two studies showing the incredible impact our words/actions have on others as well as our environment. One was a study of water by Masaru Emoto from Japan, he wrote a book (which includes a pile of amazing photos of the patterns found in the water) called The Hi...2025-05-0418 min
Sacred & Rooted65. What's Your Story?I am starting a new segment on this podcast called Listener Stories with the Mystical & Unseen and I need your help - I'd love to hear from you, let me know, what's your story?
I'm looking for your experiences with the Divine - it can be anything from following your intuition, noticing synchronicities, experiences with angels or spirits and guides, Mother Nature, a Divine Intervention even? Spirit animals - literally any experience you've had that touched you as magical and positively influenced your life. That helped you return to Love.
I want to create a s...2025-04-1312 min
Sacred & Rooted64. Morning Magic: Are other peoples' judgements of you running the show?This Morning Magic Episode centers around a question: Have you made time to clear other peoples' judgements of you from your energy body/psyche/mind/body?
Every so often, routinely check in with yourself and notice if anyone else's thoughts or opinions of you are running wild in your head or if you are still feeling tense from a conversation you had the other day.
Notice if it's something you can intentionally let go of on your own, or if a follow-up conversation is necessary.
Ensuring your channel is clear is essential for go...2025-04-0715 min
Sacred & Rooted63. How thinking about your death allows you to live more intentionallyThere has been a lot of death in my life lately and so I wanted to record this episode, to encourage you to think about your death - if only so that you can live more genuinely and authentically. Within this episode I discuss the book called Top 5 Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware. The top 5 regrets are:
1. I wish I'd had the courage to live true to myself, not the life of others.
2. I wish I had let myself be happier.
3. I wish I had the courage to express my feelings.
2025-03-2534 min
Sacred & Rooted62. How to Maintain Gratitude when things are ToughGratitude is a foundational practice. I mindset that helps us overcome and thrive and grow through hard phases in life. And gratitude make our easier years even more rich and joy filled.
How do you practice gratitude? Journaling? Voice notes? Short prayers of *thanks* throughout the day? Walks in Nature? Let me know what your favourite gratitude practice is - email me at lisa@lisanicol.ca
Having faith is also keep to maintain gratitude within your life. Trusting and knowing that life is cyclical - that the good times will come round again - allows y...2025-02-2725 min
Sacred & Rooted61. 5 Ways to Reduce OverwhelmFeeling overwhelmed? This podcast is for you! We discuss the 5 Ways to Reduce Overwhelm in way more detail - discussing strategies and ideas for each one - the list of 5 is:
.1 Breath
.2 Exercise
.3 Mindfulness/Meditation
.4 Prioritize
.5 Delegate/ask for help
Everyone feels overwhelmed from time to time, and sometimes for months or years on end! The more tools we have to help ourselves get through tougher times the better! You are more resourceful than you give yourself credit for,
If you love reading and are always l...2025-02-2337 min
Sacred & Rooted60. Three ways to harness the focusing Power of a CrisisThis is a big topic - as we move through these changing times - this episode is meant to inspire you and encourage you to keep going! We are made for these times!! However, there are three things to keep in mind when living through a crisis - to allow the experience and journey through it, to be food for your continuous evolution and growth.
3 Ways to hard the focusing Power of a Crisis are:
1. Hold the Vision, what is the vision anyways? We go through how to create a vision for the future. When in...2025-02-1351 min
Sacred & Rooted59 Are you willing to do the work?Do you have a heart full of dreams and desires, but little to no action steps taken to make them happen? If so, this episode is the little push you need to get moving on your dreams - cause if you desire something it's for you! Don't ignore it, but it also wont happen unless you take action towards it - move towards your dream and watch the magic happen :)
I've made a Sacred Reading List for you - it's a list of books that have been critical to my spiritual growth and mindset and life inspiration! C...2025-01-3123 min
Sacred & Rooted58. 5 Ways to Ensure Your Post-Traumatic GrowthHappy New Year!
No matter what this year has in store for you - as we go through our journey in life, these strategies for ensuring post-traumatic growth will come in handy!
In this episode, I go into more detail and discussion on the items on this list from the American Psychological Association, 5 ways to ensure post-traumatic growth after a period of high stress:
1. Appreciation for life
2. Relationships with others
3. New possibilities in life
4. Personal Strength
5. Spiritual Change
I've also made a Sacred Rea...2025-01-2743 min
Sacred & Rooted57. Morning Magic: As you Pray, Move Your FeetAs You Pray, Move Your Feet ~ African Proverb
This episode will encourage you to take those steps towards your dreams (big and small) - everything can be broken down into bite sized steps, and no matter how fast or slow you move towards the life you love, you'll get there! YES! :)
Life can be so full, it feels as though you have no time to prioritize your heart's desire - listen to this episode to inspire your first steps. I'm cheering you on!
Join my email list on my website to be the fi...2024-12-0209 min
Sacred & Rooted56. Morning Magic - Why you need more Joy in your lifeWho doesn't need more Joy in their life? Literally no one.
As we move through these chaotic and changing and evolving times - as we birth a new world - we need to remain grounded in our Joy, it is who we are at our essence - but life can be hard and difficult sometimes (or for a long time!), which makes it harder for us to access our Joy!
It is my mission to help women learn how to reconnect to their Joy and to recognize it as a part of your spiritual practice...2024-11-0311 min
Sacred & Rooted55: Are you maintaining stress or reducing it?This episode basically poured out of me, I am deep in the mystery school of alchemy this past year! The title of this episode is one I hope you'll ask yourself regularly because we can be our worst enemy at times and also because every change starts with us!
This is powerful and freeing - you can change your life and create a life you love.
In this episode I discuss three simple 'check in' questions to ask yourself, all of them are intended to be rated on a scale of 1 to 10, (1 being least important/t...2024-10-1547 min
Sacred & Rooted54. Are you looking for a sign? Here's Why You should beIf you've been curious about how to start looking for Signs from the universe, or whether you are crazy for thinking you're receiving Signs - this episode is for you! :) And fyi - you aren't crazy.
This episode is inspired by the book called Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe by Laura Lynne Jackson - highly, highly recommend it!! This is probably my most recommended book by far!
The universe is constantly talking to us but when we are too stressed or too busy or too distracted in general, we miss it. This episode w...2024-09-0933 min
Sacred & Rooted53. Happiness Habit #19 Two places you need to go - and it isn't what you think :)This summer I'm bringing back the Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
If you love this episode & want to go back - last summer's series are Episodes 18 through 28.
This episode is inspired by a quote from Tiny Buddha:
There are two places you need to go to often: 1) the place that heals you and 2) the place that inspires you.
Where do you find healing? And how do you tap into your inspiration? Li...2024-09-0230 min
Sacred & Rooted52. Happiness Habit #18 Goals with Soul using The 12 Week Year FrameworkThis summer I'm bringing back the Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
If you love this episode & want to go back - last summer's series are Episodes 18 through 28.
I'm really excited about today's episode - it's based on a book I listened to a few weeks ago called The 12 Week Year by Brian Moran and Michael Lennington. This book has re-inspired me to connect with my goals and really prioritize them in an actionable way each...2024-09-0130 min
Sacred & Rooted51. Happiness Habit #17: Allowing in the Surprises!This summer I'm bringing back the Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :) If you love this episode & want to go back - last summer's series are Episodes 18 through 28.
Today's episode is reminder for all of us, that some of the best things aren't ones we planned! Goals and hopes and dreams for the future are critical AND ALSO leave enough wiggle room and openness to receive surprises along your journey - cause when you think back on how f...2024-08-1608 min
Sacred & Rooted50. Happiness Habit #16: It doesn't have to be this badThis summer I'm bringing back the Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :) If you love this episode & want to go back - last summer's series are Episodes 18 through 28.
Today's episode is encouragement for you, when you are in a phase of life or feel stuck in a part of your life. Know this: It doesn't have to be this bad. This was a sentence I first heard from Yuval Levin. And it is a very clear reminder that...2024-08-0113 min
Sacred & Rooted49. Happiness Habit #15: Why you should Invest in YourselfThis summer I'm bringing back the Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :) If you enjoy this episode go back and listen to last summer's series, they are Episodes 18 through 28.
To put it bluntly: You'll never regret investing in yourself. You are your best Return on Investment (ROI).
Listen in - for deeper clarity and understanding around why investing in yourself will lead to lifelong success. This episode is for you, especially if you are looking for...2024-07-2811 min
Sacred & Rooted48. Happiness Habit #14 - Body moving?This summer I'm bringing back the Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :) If you want to go back and listen to last summer's series, they are Episodes 18 through 28.
This episode is all about your body - how are you moving it? Are you moving it enough?
I have been intentionally moving my body a lot more than the past year or two and it feels great - it has given me such a boost in my...2024-07-1918 min
Sacred & Rooted47 Happiness Habit #13 Are you Investing your energy wisely?This summer I'm bringing back the Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :) If you want to go back and listen to last summer's series, they are Episodes 18 through 28.
This episode is all about your energy levels and inviting you to use your energy levels as clues to what you want more of in your life and what you want to change. We want to become discerning with our energy and to let go of the concept of 'do...2024-07-0918 min
Sacred & Rooted46. Happiness Habit #12 Why You Need to plan Your solo time/vacation TodayThis summer I'm bringing back the Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :) If you want to go back and listen to last summer's series, they are Episodes 18 through 28.
In this episode, I discuss the amazing value taking a break from your regular life can bring you! And it doesn't have to be a full blown, huge vacation for yourself - just something very simple where you are away from your home (ideally) and everyone in your life, so you...2024-07-0519 min
Sacred & Rooted45. Morning Magic: Why you should get out of your cage (Paulo Coelho)Welcome to Morning Magic - your little shot of inspiration & joy to start the day!
I know it feels scary and uncomfortable to try something new or put yourself out in the world in a different way - but that's what you were made for! A meaningful life can only be created through trying new things, following your heart and being present - this episode will give you a gentle kick in the butt to try something new, to follow a dream, to start making your life something you find deep meaning and joy in - you...2024-06-1411 min
Sacred & Rooted44. How to ditch scarcity mindset What situations in your life bring you an absolute, all encompassing feeling of safety and enoughness - like everything in the moment is exactly what you need? Like all is right in your corner of the world?
For me lately, it's when I'm gardening - digging in the dirt, watching things grow, admiring the beauty of the gardens, and the sun on my face - it's so perfect :)
This episode explores how we can foster more of this feeling and become consciously aware of when we are operating from a scarcity mindset - which is wha...2024-06-1132 min
Sacred & Rooted43. Morning Magic - How to feel less Tired today!Welcome to Morning Magic - your little shot of inspiration & joy to start the day!
If you've ever wondered why you feel so tired all the time and how to feel more inspired - this episode is for you!
The centering quote is this: You often fee tired, not because you've done too much, but because you've done too little of what sparks light in you. ~ Alexander Den Heijer
And remember, life is a massive work in progress so give yourself compassion as you tweak your life towards your soul's highest expression :) You...2024-06-0812 min
Peri Menopause PowerMy Personal Menopause Story with Wendy Nicol, an Ambassador for Pink HopeWelcome to 'Peri Menopause Power,' the podcast where we dive deep into the transformative journey of menopause, sharing real stories from real women. In this inspiring episode, we are thrilled to welcome Wendy Nicol, a remarkable woman who wears many hats. Based in Victoria, Wendy is an author, Ambassador for Pink Hope and Operations Manager of Support Services at a major Victorian hospital. She is also a loving mother and wife and one of Lisa’s dearest and oldest friends. Wendy's journey as a breast cancer survivor adds another layer to her in...2024-06-0333 min
Sacred & Rooted42. Morning Magic - Are you putting off your happiness?Welcome to Morning Magic - your little shot of inspiration and joy to start the day!
If you've been putting off your happiness until life is less hard, more abundant, less stressful, you have more free time - I hope this episode will inspire you to allow yourself more happiness starting today :)
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Wishing you a beautiful day! Lisa xo
S...2024-05-0110 min
Sacred & Rooted41. Intro into Divine Feminine ArchetypesThis episode was made by popular demand :) Knowing these Divine Feminine Archetypes is an incredible way to learn more about yourself and to learn more about others as well! :) The archetypes I introduce in this episode are: The Maiden, The Mother, The Huntress, The Wise Woman, The Lover, The Queen (Priestess), and The Wild Woman
I am hosting a FREE workshop to dive deeper into these archetypes - sign up here today!
Here are rough time stamps, if you want to skip around or listen to this episode again and again, as a reference:
The...2024-04-261h 05
Sacred & Rooted40. Morning Magic - You'll never multi-task again after this episode!Welcome to Morning Magic - your little shot of inspiration and joy to start the day!
This episode centers around an analogy I heard while listening to the Mel Robbins Podcast - by a guest named Dr. Tal Ben Shahar - he studies happiness :)
I invite you to try doing one thing at a time for a week and see how it positively impacts your life.
I wish you a beautiful day!
For a FREE video on 3 ways to reduce stress right now head to my website: https://www.lisanicol.ca/ 2024-04-2310 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 39: Morning Magic: Remembering the Sacredness of All Things (Sarah Durham Wilson)Welcome to Morning Magic - your little shot of inspiration and joy to start the day! The centering quote is this:
The way you alchemize a soulless world into a sacred world is by treating everyone as if they are sacred until the sacred in them remembers. ~ Sarah Durham Wilson
One by one we remember who we truly are and the remembrance spreads throughout the world :) By keeping our connection to Spirit, God, Source, the Universe a priority we then move through our world with Love and magic in our hearts - which is conveyed in...2024-04-1709 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 38: Feel Your Anger for Greater JoyListen in and find out why feeling your anger gives you access to deeper Joy!
What is your favourite way to let your anger out? 1) rage dance? cry, scream, yell? beat a pillow? 2) Journal & burn? 3) smash dishes on a brick wall? - my personal fav :)
We are meant to be clear channels of LOVE and we can't be clear if we are holding, clenching, blocking, or denying feelings.
Listen in to really get comfortable with allowing your feelings and knowing that they all pass, and you'll be stronger and more resilient and feel m...2024-04-1430 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 37 Morning Magic: Believe in the Vision that Calls You (Brianna Wiest)Morning Magic Episode - enjoy the short bit of inspiration and joy into your day :) Whatever you dream of, make some time to walk towards your dream - time will pass anyways, so you might as well go for it! You can do it!! You are incredible :)
Centering quote for today's episode:
Please do not allow the heaviness of what holds you to dissuade you from believing in the vision that calls you. Please do not assume that your fear is a finality, a sign of impossibility. Please do not think that just because it is...2024-04-1011 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 36: What you are here forThis episode is for those times in your life when you feel a little lost or are feeling like what's the point of it all, and am I really even headed in the right direction? Don't get lost in the weeds on why you are here, get back to basics - listen in now :)
This episode is a reminder to each of us, that we each have a part to play in speaking and dreaming and moving our vision for this world into fruition. And it starts with each one of us allowing our Soul to shine t...2024-03-2040 min
East Marshian ChroniclesLisa Bartlett from ForesightContinuing our journey along Freeman Street, we pass by The Warehouse. A quick left turn into Newmarket Street, and we chance upon the unassuming frontage of Foresight. Opening the door, we enter a labyrinth of wonderful people doing wonderful work...Foresight is a dedicated organisation committed to meeting the needs and requirements of disabled individuals, their families, and carers. Their mission is to provide the way forward for the disabled community, empowering individuals to a new beginning, a brighter future, and a full and enjoyable life. From learning and training to leisure, sporting, and social activities, they stri...2024-03-1331 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 35: 3 ways to ensure you have a breakthrough yearIf you feel like you're on the cusp of something big or new or are looking to let go of something once and for all, then this episode is for you :)
I discuss 3 ways that will keep you on track to getting to a new level of Being You, they are:
1. FOCUS - so important
2. DREAMING - also so important :)
3. SOLO YOU TIME - the most important :) :)
Listen to the full episode to find out why and how you can put these into action today!
I love see...2024-03-0550 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 34: What are you Leaping Towards?Today's episode is a massive encouragement session for you - Believe In Yourself. Believe in Your Dreams. If it's on your heart, it's meant for you to take action on it :)
The quote that inspired this episode:
There is an unseen life that dreams us. It knows our true direction and destiny. We can trust ourselves more than we realize and we need have no fear of change. ~ John O'Donohue
Morning Magic are my short podcast episodes, meant to infuse your day with some Joy, Inspiration and Encouragement :)
The world needs you...2024-02-2908 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 33: How your quality of life can improve by living within the cycles of Nature This podcast gives you permission to honour the rhythm of your life, and to allow yourself permission to allow in all four seasons in your own life. We all need winter (rest and integrate), spring (planting seeds and starting new things), summer (play full out) and then fall (for completing things and finishing up details).
None of us who identify as women, can be in this world as optimally as we want to be if we are endlessly operating outwardly and never RESTING. My beautiful souls, we need to make rest a regular part of being in th...2024-02-2134 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 32: Morning Magic - Mastering Your Own Personal Frequency with Elayne Kalila DoughtyMorning Magic are my short podcast episodes, meant to infuse your day with some Joy, Inspiration and Encouragement :)
Today's quote is from my mentor Elayne Kalila Doughty: Do One thing very, very well. You are called to be YOU, master your frequency in this lifetime.
Do you allow the world to see you? Or are you hiding parts of yourself? Are you keeping some of your spirit hidden? This podcast encourages you to allow your freak flag shine - and allow yourself to be truly seen.
The world needs your magic more than eve...2024-02-1811 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 31: Morning Magic - What is your Relationship with Joy? (Brene Brown)Morning Magic are my short podcast episodes, meant to infuse your day with some Joy, Inspiration and Encouragement :)
Today's quote is from Brene Brown: I believe Joy is a Spiritual Practice
What is your Relationship with Joy? Is it a priority in your life? How would your life look different if Joy was a Priority?
I wish you a beautiful and Joyful day!
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Sacred & RootedEpisode 30: Morning Magic: Know where you're headed (Jay Shetty)Morning Magic is a weekly series meant for a boost of inspiration and encouragement. This week's quote is from Jay Shetty and it goes like this:
Life is not going to go your way. You have to go your way and take life with you.
Listen in for more... :)
I wish you a brilliant and thriving life, filled with laughter, joy and LOVE :)
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Sacred & RootedEpisode 29: 3 Ways to Thrive After (and thru) AnythingThis episode is meant to encourage you through your worst times! I want you to remember you are meant to thrive in this life - no matter where you find yourself today. I discuss three key ways you can position yourself to thrive after anything life hits you with! Come back to this episode again and again, whenever you need inspiration :)
1) getting out of victim mentality
2) remembering Joy is your birthright
3) Routinely connecting with your Timelessness, your Soul/Spirit/God/Goddess/Mother Nature
I wish you a brilliant and thriving life, fille...2023-11-2038 min
Besserwissen22 - Stressfrei, konzentriert und leistungsfähig nur durch Kaugummikauen?Kurzbeschreibung:
Kann Kaugummi kauen wirklich dein Stresslevel senken sowie deine Konzentration und Lernleistung verbessern? Mit dieser Frage beschäftigten sich Lisa Nicol, Linda-Gwendolin Kachel, Svenja Dietrich und Sophie Häring. Sie thematisieren verschiedenste Blickwinkel und Forschungsergebnisse. Lass dich überraschen!
Zum Nachlesen:
Rost, D. & Wirthwein, L. & Frey, K. & Becker E. (2010). Steigert Kaugummikauen das kognitive Leistungsvermögen? Zwei Experimente der besonderen Art. Zeitschrift für Pädagogische Psychologie, 24(1), 39-49. https://doi.org/10.1024/1010-0652/a000003
Tucha, L. & Koerts, J. (2012), Gum Chewing and Cognition: An Overview. Neuroscience & Medicine, 3(3), 243-250. https://doi.org/10.4236/nm.2012.33028 .
Smith, P. Andrew & Clayton, H. (2020). The effects of chewing gum on percei...2023-10-2414 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 28: Happiness Habit #11 with Tony Robbins (your past doesn't equal your future)This summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
Everybody's got a past. The past does not equal the future unless you live there. ~Tony Robbins
No matter what you've been through to get where you are today. Don't carry the limiting parts of your past with you into the future, just take the lessons and move on :)
This will set you free. And what a satisfying and fulfilling life you'll have wh...2023-09-0118 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 27: Happiness Habit #10 with Deepak Chopra (keeping the calm amongst the chaos)This summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you. ~ Deepak Chopra
When life is throwing you endless curveballs and surprises and seems to be moving at a rapid pace, this quote is so critical to feeling happiness and fulfillment through ever changing situations. It is critical to co-creating your life instead of spinning with anxiety and wanting to just hide out in be...2023-08-2919 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 26: Happiness Habit #9 with Meggan Watterson (trusting your Soul's blossoming & it's Divine Timing)This summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
Today I've pulled a card from Meggan Watterson's Mary Magdelene Oracle Card deck.
This card highlights the importance of us dropping linear time as a measure of success for our lives. It encourages us to trust our Soul's journey and unfolding and Divine Timing. Your timing is always perfect. You are never behind.
Take it easy on yourself and let your world unfold as it...2023-08-2418 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 25: Happiness Habit #8 with Jana Stanfield (You don't have to do everything, just Your thing)This summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
Today's centering quote is by Jana Stanfield: I cannot do all the good the world needs. But the world needs all the good I can do.
We women tend to take on a hold of responsibility. Including other people's and the world's because we are so big hearted and empathetic to the struggles of the world. This can be overwhelming and paralyzing. This episode will encour...2023-08-2116 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 24: Happiness Habit #7 with Donna Roberts (finding your community)This summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
Today's centering quote is by Donna Roberts: A friend is someone who can sing the song of your heart, and mind you of it when you have forgotten the words.
Take some time to reflect on the people in your life. How do they encourage you? How do they bring out your best? How do they love you? Cultivate a community of people that cheer you on...2023-08-1714 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 23: Happiness Habit #6 with Rumi (sacred time with yourself)This summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
Today's centering quote is by Rumi:
The breeze at dawn has secrets to tell you. Don't go back to sleep.
If you are wondering how to make the biggest change in your life with the least effort - this one is for you :) 10mins or 30 mins a day would be incredible, the only requirement is to be by yourself - read something inspiring, me...2023-08-1425 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 22: Happiness Habit #5 with Victoria EricksonThis summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
Today's centering poem is by Victoria Erickson, and it goes like this:
If you ever find yourself empty
from something you cannot know or name,
find a stretch of ocean, a field,
or mountainside, or even clouds, or trees.
Because there are 1000 simple ways to fill your
tire soul so you can remember
how...2023-07-2610 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 21: Happiness Habit #4 with Oscar WildeThis summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
The quote for today's episode is from Oscar Wilde:
A flower blossoms for its own Joy ~ Oscar Wilde
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If this podcast means somet...2023-07-2308 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 20: Happiness Habit #3 with Brianna WiestThis summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
The quote for today's episode is from a Brianna Wiest (author of the book titled The Pivot Year):
If you do not know what to do next, it usually isn't because your next step is far out in the distance, but rather right in front of your feet. You are being asked to stop gazing outward... ~ Day 33 from The Pivot Year by Brianna Wiest
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Sacred & RootedEpisode 19: Happiness Habit #2 with Lynne McTaggartThis summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
I hope you enjoy!
The quote for today's episode is from a Lynne McTaggart (author of the book titled The Power of Eight):
A single collective directed thought is all it takes to change the world. ~ Lynne McTaggart
Take away - YOU have the Power :)
To work with me more deeply, connect here:
Meditation Essentials Online Course, c...2023-07-1610 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 18: Happiness Habit #1 with the Course in MiraclesThis summer I'm doing a Happiness Habit Series - these episodes are shorter tidbits of goodness, small/simple ways you can improve your general happiness and life satisfaction/fulfillment today :)
I hope you enjoy and share them with a friend!
The quote for today's episode is from a Course in Miracles:
Everything is either Love or a call to Love
How would your actions change if everything you did was in response to a call to love?
For more information on Meditation Essentials Online Course, click here
For more...2023-07-1017 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 17: Cultivating Joy as a Spiritual PracticeDo you need more joy in your life? Who doesn't?
In this episode, I give you some of my favourite joy filled memories - they involve kids, summertime and water fun :) AND KOOL-AID!! Perfect eh? :)
Life can be serious, and hard and a slog - sometimes for years and years at a time. However, being able to cultivate or maintain JOY in your life, is key to getting through any hard time.
Joy is a Spiritual Practice and sometimes we ladies can take life a bit too seriously. Like too much fun and laughte...2023-06-1927 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 16: 3 Ways to make Rest a PriorityCreating a life where you feel rested and joyful can feel like an impossible feat - however, listen in to this episode for 3 ways you can move towards deeper rest and away from the hustle of daily life.
The Life on Purpose Movement redefines rest as: The act of sinking deeply into who you are, instead of hustling for who you think you should be.
Isn't that delicious? What a life goal! :)
After listening to this episode, if you want to amplify your commitment to redefining rest, join my community of like minded wom...2023-06-0552 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 15: What are you devoted to?
Have you ever looked at your life and wondered what others would say you are devoted to?
In this episode I tell two stories of different people in history who were strongly devoted to something and how that shaped their lives.
And then how we can bring the idea of devotion into our daily lives: In any given moment or situation what are you devoted to? Love? Anger? Being right? Being a martyr? Joy? Laughter?
When we are conscious about what we are devoted to, we have the power to create a life...2023-05-2233 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 14: 3 Ways to Stop taking on other people's problems as your ownIf you find yourself always wrapped up in other people's problems, issues, or drama, this episode is for you.
If you find yourself wondering how you could possibly find more time in your life to work on your hopes and dreams, this episode is for you.
If you feel overwhelmed, over resourced, over worked, over everything :), take a listen to this episode.
For more information on Meditation Essentials Online Course, click here
For more information on the Wellspring Goddess Collective Membership: click here
To contact Lisa: go here
If you...2023-05-1232 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 13: 3 ways to start believing you are worthy of your DreamsYou are Worthy of Your Dreams. You are magnificent. You are beautiful.
This episode has three ways to foster a foundation which will improve your belief that your dreams are even possible for you :)
Your dreams are for you. If you didn’t have the capability to make them happen, they wouldn’t be in your heart. Listen to this episode for 3 ways you can actively start believing in your worth, in the fact that your dreams are for you - I can't wait to see how it goes for you :)
For more information...2023-05-0845 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 12: You are Right on Time Whether your life is showing up all roses these days or if you're going through a hard phase, You are Right on Time in your life. Trust the Timing of Your Life.
But when things are rough, it can be had to have complete faith in the fact that the timing of your life is still just as magical as it is when you hit on fantastic luck and good fortune!
In this episode, I talk about a few things I do to rebound when my mind starts going into the gutter, and also that time...2023-04-2936 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 11: You are the one You've been waiting for - so why are you still waiting?Before I get into this episode I want to say Thank you thank you so much for being here and taking the time to listen to this episode and all the others, it means so much to me that people are loving the messages and are inspired by them - and this brand new baby podcast has now had hundreds of downloads - which is just awesome! So thank you again.
Now to the episode :)
I am sure you’ve heard this before: You are the One you’ve been waiting for.
So then, why...2023-04-1747 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 10: Belonging - how to feel it no matter where you are
In today’s episode I want to talk about a really important topic: BELONGING
Now this has been something I’ve struggled nearly my whole life with, until probably the past 5 years, where my feeling of belonging has really marinated deep into my body.
And ironically enough, the degree to which I’ve felt deep belonging has had nothing to do with who I’m loving, or how my kids are doing or how my family and I relate. None of that has moved the needle for me on BELONGING.
What has bee...2023-04-0828 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 9: 3 ways Meditation is the Quantum Leap you're looking for :)In my Meditation Essentials Course, I talk a lot about the fact that most of our thoughts day in and day out are the same, and how that keeps us in a very familiar path. It might feel comfortable because it’s all stuff you're familiar with. 70 thousand thoughts a day - most of them the same as yesterday.
So, how do we stop that cycle? How do we step off our well worn path? How do we create an environment in our life that encourages new ideas? New paths?
Meditation, my friends, Meditation!
Meditat...2023-04-0229 min
Nachts im Buchladen - Bücher PodcastEckige EierKurz vor den Ferien und auch vor den Osterfeiertagen, brauchen viele von Euch sicherlich noch gute Urlaubslektüre- oder auch tolle Bücher, um sie dann zu verschenken. Kerstin Pampel hat in dieser Folge super Empfehlungen für beides! Und, wie es bei Kerstin so üblich ist, hat sie auch dieses Mal wieder tolle Tipps für jedes Alter.
So empfiehlt sie:
"Grimmwald" von Nadia Shireen
"Switch you" von Mario Fesler
"Vincent und das Froßartigste Hotel der Welt" von Lisa Nicol
"Immer am Meer entlang" von Franziska Jebens
"Morgen morgen und wieder morgen" von Gabrielle Zevin
und "Hausboot Detektei" von Am...2023-03-3012 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 8: Want to make a Change in Your Life? Ask yourself this simple QuestionAre you going around and around in your life, and feel like you aren't making progress? Feel like your past holds you back? This episode is for you, if you are craving a big (Quantum) change in your life - or even a small change - this will work for changes big and small :)
This will help, whether your a mom looking for more time, or a business owner looking to make business moves, or looking for a deeper relationship with a loved one - this one Question will work magic in your life!
For...2023-03-1731 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 7: Are you having Quality Experiences?In this episode, I give you two examples of the same day. A day that's a very typical day for me as a mom, business owner and human being :) And as you listen, one day is clearly more enjoyable and more meaningful than the other - so what's the difference?
Your Presence.
And the first step in changing anything is noticing how you are moving through your life today.
From there the rest will unfold.
PS. Meditation is a great way to cultivate Presence - for more information on my really thorough...2023-03-0935 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 6: Want more Fun in your life? Move Your HipsIn this episode, I discuss one super simple way to add more fun into your life, while making sure your hips are moving :)
As women we can hold a lot of emotion in our 2nd chakra (within our hips) and so keeping this area moving is KEY to moving through energy of all sorts! This is truly a win-win episode :)
I also share a story about something profound my reiki teacher told me, that I know is true for all women, and how it makes moving your hips even more critical to emotional wellbeing.
Fo...2023-02-2226 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 5: Two Reasons Why You are Standing in Your own WayIn this episode, two reasons why you are standing in the way of having the life of your dreams. We all know we do it, but sometimes it becomes such a habit, it's hard to get out of the rut! But don't give up on your hopes and dreams - take action, one small step at a time will get you there :)
If you are interested in shifting and tweaking your life, so you can feel more rested, more joyful, and more fulfilled - instead of overworked, overwhelmed and anxious about the future - this episode is...2023-02-0640 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 4: The Most Important Question to Ask to make Your Life Work Better for You TodayIn this episode, we are asking ourselves the most important question you can ask - How Can My Life Work better for me? How can this be easier?
If you are interested in shifting and tweaking your life, so you can feel more rested, more joyful, and more fulfilled - instead of overworked, overwhelmed and anxious about the future - this episode is for you!
For more on me and what I do: www.lisanicol.ca
I am also on instagram @mslisanicol
If you enjoyed this episode - hit subscribe! And shar...2023-01-3044 min
Two Big Egos in a Small CarEpisode 121: Sick Graham; Simon Nicol from Fairport Convention; Songs to Survive the Apocalypse; RIP Robbie Bachman of Bachman Turner Overdrive and Lisa Marie Presley; historian Antony Beevor on the Russian Civil War; Cate Blanchett in TárSend us a textStill feeling rough, Graham reports on his interview with Simon Nicol from Fairport Convention. Inspired by a discussion with Jon Boden, Charles challenges Graham to come up with songs that could survive the Apocalypse. Graham remembers Robbie Bachman and the duo pay tribute to Lisa Marie Presley. Graham reflects on his reading of British military historian Antony Beevor's account of the Russian Civil War. Charles and Graham start reviewing Tár starring Cate Blanchett; more next week on that.Keep in touch with Two Big Egos in a Small Car:2023-01-2125 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 3: What is sacred space & why should You care?In this episode, I walk you through what sacred space is and how regularly creating it in your life will add more fulfillment, satisfaction and pleasure into your day to day life - give it a try for a week or two and see how it works for you!
For more on me and what I do: www.lisanicol.ca
I am also on instagram @mslisanicol
If you enjoyed this episode - hit subscribe! And share with a friend who you think would love it too - I really appreciate it! :)2023-01-2128 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 2: 3 tips on How to take the Leap into Something NewAs women, we have so much programming working against us, when it comes to taking a leap into something totally different and new! So, if you’re looking at the edge of your cliff and looking out at the unknown, and wondering how you’ll get the confidence or guts to take the leap, I break down 3 tips to make taking action a little easier - and don't ever forget how brilliant and courageous and full of magic you are :)
For more information on me and what I do: www.lisanicol.ca
I'm also on inst...2023-01-2130 min
Sacred & RootedEpisode 1: How did I get here?This podcast episode is all about my journey - essentially how I came to be a very spiritual structural engineer :)
For more about me, check out my website: www.lisanicol.ca
I'm also on instagram @mslisanicol
Hit subscribe if you enjoyed this episode - and share it with a friend who you think would jive with it as well - thank-you in advance! :)2023-01-2143 min
Sacred & RootedTrailerI'm so glad you're here! If you are looking to mix more magic and sacredness into your day to day life - you're in the right place! Listen to learn more about what the podcast will be about and to learn a bit about me :) Enjoy!
Background music is from my beautiful and talented sister Sarah Russell, you can contact her for more music collaboration at sarahkrussell @ gmail.com2022-12-2702 min
The Veterinary Leadership Success ShowEp 60: Putting Positive Psychology to Work, with Lisa SansomIn this week's episode of the Veterinary Business Success Show, Brendan Howard is joined by Lisa Sansom to discuss positive psychology and its effect on the efficiency of individuals and teams as a whole. We hear the importance of positive psychology and how to form habits that lead to it. Lisa Sansom is a researcher, coach, speaker, corporate trainer, and psychology consultant based in Ontario, Canada. She has a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from The University of Pennsylvania and is the founder of LVS - a Consulting firm that offers professional coaching services in Leadership, Interpersonal Co...2022-11-2334 min
Guide To AwesomenessLeading S.H.I.F.T HomePlease enjoy today's episode with Jenifer Pergentile & Lisa Nicol from S.H.I.F.T.About S.H.I.F.TS.H.I.F.T stands for Support and Hope for Individuals and Families Today.Through their programming, they provide safe, respectful and welcoming overnight accommodations, meals and support to those experiencing, or at risk of experiencing homelessness and/or food insecurity in South Simcoe.S.H.I.F.T is committed to facilitating connection to further services, resources and community.About Leading S.H.I.F.T...2022-04-2528 min
Oh les beaux jours ! Frictions littérairesLisa Mandel et Joy Sorman – À la folieComment rendre compte de la réalité de la psychiatrie en France aujourd’hui ? C’est à ce problème de santé publique, largement minimisé, que se sont attaquées – avec le dessin pour l’une, l’écriture pour l’autre – l’autrice BD Lisa Mandel et l’écrivaine Joy Sorman. Si Lisa Mandel est connue pour sa récente web-série et BD Une année exemplaire ou pour La Famille Malfa, une série de strips parus dans Le Monde qui posent un regard drôle et grinçant sur la notion de famille, elle s’intéresse depuis plus d’une dizaine d’années a...2022-04-141h 02
The Leadership Project Podcast040. What We Learnt in 2021In today's episode we reflect back on Season 1 of The Leadership Project and consider deeply what we learnt together in 2021.2021 and Season 1 of the podcast was an amazing success and we would like to thank all of our guests who came on the show and shared their amazing wisdom and insights.We personally learnt a lot from each of our guests. This lead us to apply some of those learnings to how we produce the show and conduct the interviews. It is also reinforced to us the importance of our vision and inspired us to ke...2022-01-2741 min