Episode 553. Ethical Guidelines and Power Dynamics in Spiritual Teaching with Ethan Nichtern

This week on Radically Loved, Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar interview Ethan Nichtern, a renowned Buddhist teacher and author of the book 'Confidence.' The conversation delves into the dynamics of student-teacher relationships, ethical guidelines, power differentials, and the importance of accountability in spiritual communities. Ethan shares insights on holding one's seat through life's challenges and the eight worldly winds. He also discusses the role of intentionality in teaching and the importance of finding community in meditation and Buddhism. Join Ethan Nichtern in conversation with Sah D’Simone on Wednesday, July 3, 6:30-8:00 PM DIESEL, A Bookstore 225 26th Street Santa Monica, CA, 90402 https://www.ethannichtern.com/virtualbooklaunch/1kqhms2bprxj16k60xexw1c91pz8mi  Three reasons to listen to the whole podcast:  1. Create clear boundaries and ethical guidelines in student-teacher relationships. 2. Develop open dialogue, atonement, and repair in the event of ethical breaches within spiritual communities. 3. Learn about power differentials and the role of accountability in maintaining healthy teacher-student dynamics. Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction  (00:02:00) Navigating Student-Teacher Relationships in Spiritual Communities (00:08:17) Ethical Guidelines and Power Dynamics in Spiritual Teaching (00:13:27) The Importance of Accountability in Spiritual Communities (00:26:02) Holding Your Seat: Meeting Life's Challenges (00:37:25) The Impact of Social Media on Confidence and Identity (00:39:07) The Role of Intentionality in Teaching and Sharing Resources (00:46:00) You're invited to Ethan's book signing in LA! Wednesday, July 3rd at 6:30 PM Connect with Ethan Nichtern Website https://www.ethannichtern.com/ Books https://www.ethannichtern.com/books Podcast https://www.ethannichtern.com/podcast  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ethannichtern/  Enjoy the Podcast? Love to give us 5 stars? Help us reach more people and make them feel loved. A simple way is to share what you've learned today on social media. Don’t forget to follow and message us on these platforms! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/ Twitter: https::twitter.com/rosieacosta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta Website: https://www.radicallyloved.com/ Get You Are Radically Loved the book: https://www.radicallyloved.com/book Try Headspace for 30 days free! use code: ROSIE30  www.headspace.com Sign up for ’The Mindful Love Hub’ on Substack: https://radicallyloved.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web&r=2t314w Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff! Connect with Tessa Tovar: Website: https://tessatovar.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHMYm-7kNZfulgaiCi2w8Cw Book of Poetry for Savasana: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Moon-Book-Poetry-Savasana/dp/1731243588

Welcome to the Radically Loved podcast. Hosted by Rosie Acosta; Author, Meditation & Mindfulness Teacher. Rosie is a first generation Mexican-American, grew up in the early 90’s in East LA during the ‘Decade of Death.’ We are talking drive-by shootings, gang violence, everything one would need to grow up with PTSD. She's been on a 20-year journey through yoga and mindfulness, that completely changed her life. Rosie's been teaching for over fifteen years. From East Los Angeles roots to working with Olympic athletes, NFL champions, NBA All-Stars, and veterans of war, her mission is to help people overcome adversity and embrace self-love. Currently teaching on the #1 Meditation App, Headspace.  Rosie is joined by her dear friend, fellow author, producer, teacher and co-host Tessa Tovar. Our podcast, now in its eleventh season, has hit over 6 million downloads. Our audience is a vibrant mix of 30-45-year-olds, with 65% being amazing women and 35% equally amazing men. We’ve won several awards including VeryWellFit’s Streaming Award for Best Wellness Podcast.  What sets us apart? it's the amazing guests who've graced our show. New York Times-bestselling authors like Dr. Martha Beck, Sharon Salzberg, Deepak Chopra, Elizabeth Gilbert, Steven Kotler, Jen Sincero, Marco Borges, Dr. Tererai Trent, Simon Sinek, Amy Morin, Ally Brooke, and the list goes on.

This week on Radically Loved, Rosie and Tessa explore their personal experiences with fashion and how it impacts their mood and confidence. They also touch on the idea of practical conversations versus emotional conversations and the importance of effective communication. The conversation segues into a discussion about the book 'Super Communicators' by Charles Duhigg and the concept of looping for understanding. They explore the idea of asking deep and authentic questions to foster connection and understanding in conversations. In this conversation, Rosie and Tessa discuss their experiences with communication breakdowns in romantic relationships. They share personal stories and reflect on the importance of creating a safe space for open and honest communication. They also discuss the challenges of resolving conflicts and the need for compromise. Rosie and Tessa emphasize the importance of taking time for oneself and reconnecting with nature.  If you're ready to create a safe space for open and honest communication in your romantic relationships this episode is for you! This podcast is sponsored by BiOptimizers! Go now to bioptimizers.com/radicallyloved use promo code - radicallyloved10 - to get 10% off your purchase today! Three reasons to listen to the whole podcast:  1. Effective communication involves understanding the difference between practical and emotional conversations. 2. Looping for understanding is a technique that can enhance connection and understanding in conversations. 3. Resolving conflicts requires compromise and understanding each other's boundaries. Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction (00:02:00) The Relationship Between Clothing Choices and Mood (00:07:02) Practical Conversations vs Emotional Conversations (00:10:17) The Power of Looping for Understanding (00:16:11) Fostering Connection Through Deep Questions (00:27:09) Creating a safe space for open communication (00:33:05) Resolving conflicts and the need for compromise (00:39:51) Taking time for oneself and reconnecting with nature (00:46:13) Book recommendation: 'We Need to Talk' by Celeste Headlee Enjoy the Podcast? Love to give us 5 stars? Help us reach more people and make them feel loved. A simple way is to share what you've learned today on social media. Don’t forget to follow and message us on these platforms! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosieacosta   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta  Website: https://www.radicallyloved.com/  Get You Are Radically Loved the book: https://www.radicallyloved.com/book  Try Headspace for 30 days free! use code: ROSIE30  www.headspace.com  Sign up for ’The Mindful Love Hub’ on Substack: https://radicallyloved.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web&r=2t314w  Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff!  Connect with Tessa Tovar: Website: https://tessatovar.com/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHMYm-7kNZfulgaiCi2w8Cw  Book of Poetry for Savasana: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Moon-Book-Poetry-Savasana/dp/1731243588 

This week on Radically Loved, Martha Beck, New York Times bestselling author, life coach, and speaker, joins us to discuss the process of creativity and finding inspiration. She emphasizes the importance of letting go of expectations and striving in order to allow creativity to flow. Martha shares her own experiences with writing and art, highlighting the need for dedicated practice and the willingness to throw away work. She also explores the concept of far transfer, where skills learned in one area can be applied to another. The conversation touches on the value of beginner's mind and the transformative power of creativity. Martha emphasizes the importance of doing one's best every day and continuously striving to improve. She shares her personal experience of constantly editing and refining her work, even when it seems finished. Martha believes that art has the power to change people's minds and transform consciousness.  If you're ready to let go of expectations and striving and let creativity find you, this episode is for you! Three reasons to listen to the whole podcast:  1. Understand why a dedicated practice and the willingness to throw away work are essential for creative growth. 2. Discover how creativity can lead to far transfer, where skills learned in one area can be applied to another. 3. Learn why art has the power to change people's minds and transform consciousness. Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction and Welcoming Martha Beck back  (00:03:20) Finding Inspiration and Overcoming Creative Blocks (00:06:13) Dedicated Practice: The Key to Creative Growth (00:11:43) Far Transfer: Applying Skills Across Different Areas (00:29:20) Balancing Confidence and Humility (00:31:18) Continuous Improvement (00:33:43) Channeling Divine Energy (00:36:20) The Power of Art (00:45:11) Embracing the Surge of Creativity Connect with Martha Beck Website: https://marthabeck.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themarthabeck/  Books: https://marthabeck.com/books/ Episode 494 with Martha Beck https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes/2023/1/29/live-this-year-with-integrity-with-martha-beck  Enjoy the Podcast? Love to give us 5 stars? Help us reach more people and make them feel loved. A simple way is to share what you've learned today on social media. Don’t forget to follow and message us on these platforms! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosieacosta        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta  Website: https://www.radicallyloved.com/  Get You Are Radically Loved the book: https://www.radicallyloved.com/book  Try Headspace for 30 days free! use code: ROSIE30  www.headspace.com  Sign up for ’The Mindful Love Hub’ on Substack: https://radicallyloved.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web&r=2t314w  Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff! Connect with Tessa Tovar: Website: https://tessatovar.com/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHMYm-7kNZfulgaiCi2w8Cw  Book of Poetry: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Moon-Book-Poetry-Savasana/dp/1731243588 

This week on Radically Loved, author of 'Happy Skin Kitchen,' Elisa Rossi joins us to share her personal skincare journey and the importance of nourishing the body with wholesome, plant-based foods. She discusses the impact of diet on skin health, emphasizing the need to avoid refined sugar and processed foods while incorporating whole foods into meals. Elisa also highlights the mind-body connection and the importance of self-care rituals in maintaining healthy skin. The conversation concludes with Elisa sharing her top skincare ingredients and offering advice to her younger self. This podcast is sponsored by BiOptimizers! Go now to bioptimizers.com/radicallyloved use promo code - radicallyloved10 - to get 10% off your purchase today! If you're ready to learn how to integrate more plant-based foods into your diet, in a sustainable way, this episode is for you. Three reasons to listen to the whole podcast:  1. Learn why a plant-based diet rich in whole foods can have a positive impact on skin health. 2. Become inspired to create self-care rituals and self-love practices, which are essential for overall well-being and skin health. 3. It's important to be patient and make gradual changes when transitioning to a healthier lifestyle. Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction (00:04:00) Personal Skincare Journey (00:08:12) The Importance of Diet for Skin Health (00:14:59) Incorporating Whole Foods into Meals (00:28:08) Inspiration for 'Happy Skin Kitchen' Cookbook (00:30:12) Mind-Body Connection and Self-Care Rituals (00:37:08) Advice to Your Younger Self and Future Projects Connect with Elisa Rossi Website: https://www.happyskinkitchen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyskinkitchen/ Book: https://linktr.ee/happyskinkitchen Enjoy the Podcast? Love to give us 5 stars? Help us reach more people and make them feel loved. A simple way is to share what you've learned today on social media. Don’t forget to follow and message us on these platforms! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/ Twitter: https::twitter.com/rosieacosta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta Website: https://www.radicallyloved.com/ Get You Are Radically Loved the book: https://www.radicallyloved.com/book Try Headspace for 30 days free! use code: ROSIE30  www.headspace.com Sign up for ’The Mindful Love Hub’ on Substack: https://radicallyloved.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web&r=2t314w Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff! Connect with Tessa Tovar: Website: https://tessatovar.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHMYm-7kNZfulgaiCi2w8Cw Book of Poetry for Savasana: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Moon-Book-Poetry-Savasana/dp/1731243588

This week on Radically Rosie and Tessa discuss the importance of leadership and making decisions that align with one's purpose. They explore the idea of being a champion for oneself and others, and the benefits of having motivated and successful employees. Rosie shares her experience of starting her own business and reflects on the decisions she made along the way. They also touch on the topic of relationships and how fear can sometimes hold us back from making necessary changes. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and making choices that serve one's higher purpose. If you're ready to become a champion for yourself in the work place as an employee, or are ready to take the leap on your own business, this episode is for you. Three reasons to listen to the whole podcast:  1. Mistakes can be valuable learning experiences, and good leaders allow their employees to make mistakes and grow from them. 2. Open and transparent communication with employers is crucial for creating a positive work environment and maintaining alignment.  3. Self-awareness is key in understanding when it's time to make a leap or change in our careers or relationships. Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction and the Impact of Moving (00:05:22) The Evolution of Leadership Roles (00:10:50) Recognizing and Utilizing Zones of Genius (00:17:30) Learning from Mistakes and Growing as a Leader (00:32:27) The Importance of Being a Champion (00:33:14) Making Decisions that Align with Your Purpose (00:35:12) Overcoming Fear and Taking the Leap (00:35:39) The Role of Self-Awareness in Decision-Making Enjoy the Podcast? Love to give us 5 stars? Help us reach more people and make them feel loved. A simple way is to share what you've learned today on social media. Don’t forget to follow and message us on these platforms! (Re)Watch Episode 523. Understanding Your Inner Drama Magnet with Dr. Scott Lyons: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-523-understanding-your-inner-drama-magnet-with/id1077634041?i=1000634387841 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/ Twitter: https::twitter.com/rosieacosta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta Website: https://www.radicallyloved.com/ Get You Are Radically Loved the book: https://www.radicallyloved.com/book Try Headspace for 30 days free! use code: ROSIE30  www.headspace.com Sign up for ’The Mindful Love Hub’ on Substack: https://radicallyloved.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web&r=2t314w Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff! Connect with Tessa Tovar: Website: https://tessatovar.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHMYm-7kNZfulgaiCi2w8Cw Book of Poetry for Savasana: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Moon-Book-Poetry-Savasana/dp/1731243588

This week on Radically Loved we explore the topics of negative bias, habits, visualization, growth mindset, and fear of failure. Neuroscientist, Nicole Vignola, joins us to explain that humans have a negativity bias due to evolutionary reasons, but we can change our automatic patterns by acknowledging them and practicing new responses. Vignola shares that fear never really leaves us, but we can get better at dealing with it by gradually exposing ourselves to discomfort and gaining evidence that we can overcome challenges. Nicole also highlights the significance of resilience and failure in building a strong mindset. She explains the impact of mindfulness on rewiring the brain and offers practical tips for incorporating mindfulness into daily life.  If you're ready to embrace failure, and gain evidence that you can overcome it, this episode is for you! Three reasons to listen to the whole podcast:  1. Learn why negativity bias has evolved over time and how we can change our automatic patterns by acknowledging them and practicing new responses. 2. Discover why allowing children to experience discomfort and failure is important for their development of resilience. 3. Learn to cope with failure as an essential tool for personal growth and adaptability. Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction (00:02:00) Understanding Negative Bias (00:04:29) Breaking Habits and Fostering Positive Ones (00:07:35) The Power of Visualization and Vision Boards (00:13:14) Developing a Growth Mindset (00:22:20) The Importance of Allowing Children to Experience Discomfort (00:24:16) Early Childhood Experiences and Brain Development (00:24:37) The Power of Observational Learning (00:25:15) Parenting and Absorbing Information (00:25:43) Building Resilience and Embracing Failure (00:26:12) Mindfulness: Rewiring the Brain (00:28:54) Practical Tips for Incorporating Mindfulness (00:40:39) Advice to My 15-Year-Old Self Connect with Nicole Vignola Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolesneuroscience/ Website: https://www.nicolesneuroscience.com/ Book: https://geni.us/1sWgaf6 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-vignola-61205b1b2/ Enjoy the Podcast? Love to give us 5 stars? Help us reach more people and make them feel loved. A simple way is to share what you've learned today on social media. Don’t forget to follow and message us on these platforms! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/ Twitter: https::twitter.com/rosieacosta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta Website: https://www.radicallyloved.com/ Get You Are Radically Loved the book: https://www.radicallyloved.com/book Try Headspace for 30 days free! use code: ROSIE30  www.headspace.com Sign up for ’The Mindful Love Hub’ on Substack: https://radicallyloved.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web&r=2t314w Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff! Connect with Tessa Tovar: Website: https://tessatovar.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHMYm-7kNZfulgaiCi2w8Cw Book of Poetry for Savasana: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Moon-Book-Poetry-Savasana/dp/1731243588

This week on Radically Loved Najwa Zebian, Ed.D. joins us to discuss the themes of change, self-trust, and living an authentic life. She explains why change is hard and how it requires breaking the reality we live in. Najwa emphasizes the importance of self-trust and compassion when navigating change and making decisions. She also explores the different types of change, including changes that happen to us and changes we choose. Overall, the conversation provides insights and tools for embracing and navigating change in order to live a more authentic life. If you're ready to build self-trust, accept your past patterns, learn to speak to yourself with compassion this episode is for you! Three reasons to listen to the whole podcast:  1. In order for our lives to change, the reality we live in must break. 2. elf-trust is a key ingredient in embracing and choosing change. 3. Living an authentic life requires a hard, honest look at our lives and making necessary changes. Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction (00:05:01) Embracing Change: Why is it Hard? (00:09:43) Self-Trust: A Key Ingredient in Embracing Change (00:12:00) Building Self-Trust in the Face of Fear (00:20:10) Embracing Change and Making Things Happen (00:36:29) Advice for the Younger Self Connect with Najwa Zebian, Ed.D. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/najwazebian/ Website: https://najwazebian.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/najwazebian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/najwazebian1 Books: https://najwazebian.com/books Enjoy the Podcast? Love to give us 5 stars? Help us reach more people and make them feel loved. A simple way is to share what you've learned today on social media. Don’t forget to follow and message us on these platforms! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/ Twitter: https::twitter.com/rosieacosta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta Website: https://www.radicallyloved.com/ Get You Are Radically Loved the book: https://www.radicallyloved.com/book Try Headspace for 30 days free! use code: ROSIE30  www.headspace.com Sign up for ’The Mindful Love Hub’ on Substack: https://radicallyloved.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web&r=2t314w Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff!   Connect with Tessa Tovar: Website: https://tessatovar.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHMYm-7kNZfulgaiCi2w8Cw Book of Poetry for Savasana: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Moon-Book-Poetry-Savasana/dp/1731243588

This week on Radically Loved, Leopoldo Gout joins Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar to explore the themes of friendship, empowerment, storytelling, and representation in Mexican culture. Leopoldo discusses the influence of his mother, a powerful Mexican feminist, on his work and the importance of curiosity, imagination, and acceptance. He also talks about blending ancient and modern themes in his art and storytelling, drawing inspiration from his experiences growing up in Mexico City and his discovery of his Zapotec heritage. The conversation touches on the challenges and privileges of working in the entertainment industry and the importance of supporting and uplifting each other.  If you're ready to tap into your creativity, emphasize the importance of curiosity, detach from fear of failure this episode is for you! This podcast is sponsored by SafeSleeves! For a limited time, the listeners of this podcast can get 10% off by using my code ROSIE10, you can get 10% off your entire order: www.safesleevecases.com/ Three reasons to listen to the whole podcast:  1. Dreams and memory are interlocked and can be powerful tools for creativity. 2. Embracing failure as part of the creative process can lead to growth and new ideas. 3. Learn personal techniques for accessing and working with dreams and memories, and how they can inform art.  Timestamps (00:00:00) The Power of Friendship and Sisterhood (00:07:35) Representation of Mexican Culture (00:30:36) Inspiration from Dreams and Memory (00:39:10) Embracing Failure and Overcoming Fear in the Creative Process (00:47:25) The Power of Curiosity in Igniting Creativity Connect with Leopoldo Gout: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leopoldoleopoldo/
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This week on Radically Loved, Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar discuss the challenges and rewards of creating content and performing in front of a camera. They explore the vulnerability of sharing personal experiences and the importance of human connection. They also delve into the impact of feedback and rejection, emphasizing the need to stay true to oneself and focus on what brings joy. The conversation highlights the value of slow productivity and following one's heart, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace their boundless potential and create with purpose. This podcast is sponsored by BiOptimizers! Go now to bioptimizers.com/radicallyloved use promo code - radicallyloved10 - to get 10% off your purchase today! Three reasons to listen to the whole podcast:  1. Performing in front of a camera can be intimidating, but it's important to stay true to oneself and focus on connecting with the audience. 2. Feedback and rejection are inevitable, but it's crucial to remember that they often say more about the person giving the feedback than about oneself. 3. Slow productivity, following one's heart, and focusing on what brings joy are key to creating meaningful and sustainable content. Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction and Setting the Scene (00:00:31) The Intimidation of Recording Content (00:03:26) The Importance of Human Connection (00:06:12) Being Vulnerable in Person vs. on Camera (00:08:48) Dealing with Feedback and Rejection (00:13:05) Vulnerability and Connection in Community (00:25:51) Slow Productivity and Following Your Heart (00:39:58) Embracing Boundless Potential and Creating with Purpose (00:41:46) Finding Inspiration and Taking Action (00:42:15) Closing Remarks and Call to Action Enjoy the Podcast? Love to give us 5 stars? Help us reach more people and make them feel loved. A simple way is to share what you've learned today on social media. Don’t forget to follow and message us on these platforms! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/ Twitter: https::twitter.com/rosieacosta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta Website: https://www.radicallyloved.com/ Get You Are Radically Loved the book: https://www.radicallyloved.com/book Try Headspace for 30 days free! use code: ROSIE30  www.headspace.com Sign up for ’The Mindful Love Hub’ on Substack: https://radicallyloved.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web&r=2t314w Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff!   Connect with Tessa Tovar: Website: https://tessatovar.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHMYm-7kNZfulgaiCi2w8Cw Book of Poetry for Savasana: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Moon-Book-Poetry-Savasana/dp/1731243588