Breathwork to Build Resilience and Unlock Your Potential with Will Twigden
Have you ever noticed how your breath changes when you’re stressed, anxious, or rushing through life? The way you breathe directly shapes the way you live. In this episode, I sit down with breathwork facilitator Will Twigden to explore how repatterning your breath can restore calm, release long-held tension, and open the door to a more authentic, purposeful way of living.Will spent a decade in the corporate world. He was always on, chasing results, yet feeling anxious and disconnected. Today, he helps high achievers build resilience and clarity through Facilitated Breath Repatterning (FBR), a powerful somatic method rooted in breath mechanics, stress physiology, and nervous system healing.We discuss:Will’s journey from corporate burnout to becoming a breathwork teacherWhy your breath mirrors your internal state (and how to change it)How modern stress shapes our breathing patternsWhat makes Facilitated Breath Repatterning different from other breathwork practicesPractical ways to use your breath to reduce stress, improve focus, and unlock potentialWhether you’re curious about breathwork, navigating stress, or seeking tools for personal transformation, this conversation will inspire you to see your breath in a whole new way.Will is coming to The Space on Friday, September 19th, book your spot to work 1:1 with him here.Subscribe to The Morning Ritual on Substack for our free guided practices -------------------------------------------------------------Loving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know, it truly makes our day.You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube.The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London) with end to end video production by Charlene Huskinson.Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Why Intuition Matters More Than Ever with Nikki Leader
In this episode, Lilly sits down with psychic medium and healer Nikki Leader to talk about the power of intuition in our modern world. Nikki opens up about her personal journey through grief and awakening, how her psychic senses first came alive, and why she believes intuition is the superpower we all need, especially in an age of AI and information overload.Together, we explore:How and when Nikki first discovered her psychic giftsCommon myths about psychic readings (and what she truly hopes you take away from a session)The fascinating link between gut health and intuitionThe rise of spirituality in mainstream and corporate spacesSimple ways to begin strengthening and trusting your intuition in daily lifeThe what and why of a Soul Plan ReadingThis conversation is both grounding and expansive. It's an invitation to reconnect with your inner wisdom and see intuition as a guiding force in everyday life.You can learn more about Nikki here. Nikki is coming to London! There are two opportunities to work with her:August 29th- One-on-one tarot readings September 13th- The Intuitive Life Workshop -------------------------------------------------------------Loving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day.You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube.The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London) with end to end video production by Charlene Huskinson.Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Can Meditation Improve Your Relationships?
Today’s episode explores how mindfulness and authentic communication can improve our relationships. This applies to ALL relationships, from partners, friends, family, to (most importantly) ourselves.Key takeaways: How mindfulness creates space to respond rather than react.Why authenticity in relationships starts with self-awareness.A simple framework for expressing needs with compassion.Five practical tools to deepen connectionEnjoy this FREE loving kindness meditation.Resources:Feelings & Needs List (NVC Academy)The Morning Ritual SubstackRelationships are messy, imperfect, and transformative. This conversation is an invitation to meet them with presence, honesty, and compassion.--------------------------------------Loving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day.You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube.The Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London).Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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The Real Work of Meditation & Self Inquiry with Ally Bogard
Ally Bogard reminds us that meditation isn’t about chasing calm. It’s about meeting yourself exactly where you are. Sometimes that’s relaxed, and sometimes it’s deeply uncomfortable. In facing what arises, we come closer to our truth.Ally shares insights from her book, The Quiet Teachers: Becoming a Student of Your Life, along with self-reflection tools designed to help you reconnect with who you truly are. Ally offers a refreshing and honest perspective on meditation, reminding us that the practice is not pleasure-seeking—it’s a powerful form of self-inquiry that can be deeply transformative.Learn more about Ally here. -------------------------------Here for the meditations? They now live on my Substack, still completely free. You can think of The Morning Ritual Substack as your hub for daily practice. From guided meditations to audio/video practices and journal prompts to live gatherings. The Morning Ritual Substack- https://themorningritual.substack.com-------------------------------Join me on retreat August 28-31st in the English Countryside!Learn more here: https://www.thespacelondon.co.uk/retreatsLoving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day.You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube.Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Welcome Back + My #1 Tip for Creating a Daily Practice that Actually Sticks
Welcome to the new season of The Morning Ritual! In this episode we explore: What ritual means and why it mattersThe difference between the “Self” and the “self,” and why reconnecting with your capital-S Self is essentialHow my own journey with ritual began over a decade ago The daily practices that support me nowWhy it’s not about perfection, but presenceMy #1 tip for building a ritual that stick Here for the meditations? They now live on my Substack, still completely free. You can think of The Morning Ritual Substack as your hub for daily practice. From guided meditations to audio/video practices and journal prompts to live gatherings. The Morning Ritual Substack- https://themorningritual.substack.com-------------------------------Join me on retreat August 28-31st in the English Countryside!Learn more here: https://www.thespacelondon.co.uk/retreatsLoving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day.You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube.-------------------------------Mentioned in this episode:Tracee Stanley on The Morning Ritual- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-morning-ritual/id1503994111?i=1000663165069The Luminous Self by Tracee Stanley- https://www.traceestanley.com/luminous-selfOur Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
For centuries, rituals have offered a sense of structure, meaning, and clarity in daily life. The Morning Ritual is a podcast devoted to exploring the power of daily practices. Here, we believe that transformation doesn’t happen in a single moment, but in the quiet, consistent choices we make every day. By showing up for ourselves through ritual, we learn how to show up more fully for our relationships, our work, our communities — and the world.Each week, host Lilly Macfarlane sits down with teachers, artists, healers, and entrepreneurs to explore how their daily rituals help them stay grounded, clear, and aligned with their purpose. This podcast isn’t just for early risers or seasoned meditators. It’s for anyone curious about living with more presence, depth, and integrity. Rate, review & most importantly, enjoy! Let's connect! Don't be shy, please reach out on: www.lillybalch.com Instagram: @_themorningritual https://substack.com/@themorningritualThe Morning Ritual is produced by The Space (London).
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