Gratitude | A Daily Practice to Shift Your Perspective

In this episode of the Personal Shaman Podcast, Polly Behringer speaks to something so many of us are quietly experiencing—moving through life on autopilot. After spending time clearing out emails and messages, a common theme emerged: people feeling like their days are slipping by, like years have been lost, and not knowing how to come back to themselves. This episode is a gentle interruption to that pattern. Originally recorded as part of the Midday Reset Membership, this guided session is a shortened Yoga Nidra practice created to help you step out of autopilot and give your nervous system exactly what it needs—a chance to slow down, regulate, and restore itself. This session is perfect to help you reset in the middle of the work week or work day. Most attendees are doing this on their lunch hour straight from their car. Make sure to lock your doors, put a window visor... lean back and for the full experience.  Polly shares how autopilot quietly takes over our daily routines and invites you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself before guiding you through a calming nervous system reset. If you've been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or like life is moving faster than you are, this episode offers a moment to return to yourself. Interested in experiencing Midday Reset live? Join the Midday Reset Membership for twice-monthly live Yoga Nidra sessions, post-session journal prompts, and a supportive community dedicated to nervous system regulation and intentional living. You'll find the membership link in the episode transcript. This episode is fueled by BioCoffee, currently the only alkaline coffee on the market. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the 5 Minute Guided Meditation episode to layer your healing and expedite the life you're looking for!

What if you could meet the future version of yourself who already knows the way? In this guided visualization inspired by Robert Frost's The Road Not Taken, you'll journey through a forest to a crossroads where you encounter two versions of yourself: the one standing in uncertainty and the one who has already walked the path ahead with confidence and purpose. This is one of my most requested guided meditations because it invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect with your inner wisdom. Before the meditation begins, I share selected lines from The Road Not Taken and the personal reflections that have shaped my own journey. I also introduce the WavWatch, a wearable sound therapy device I use in my own practice. If you'd like to learn more, you can use code Polly100 to save $100 through my referral link. If this episode resonated with you, I'd be grateful if you left a rating and review. It helps others discover the podcast and this community.

I wanted to get back to meditating, but I struggled to find time to fit it naturally into my day. As it turns out, I'm not alone. Many listeners, friends, and clients have shared the same challenge. Join me over coffee on my front porch as I share how I'm simplifying my daily routine by stacking habits I already have and blending holistic practices like mindfulness, breathwork, and meditation. This episode includes a 5-minute guided meditation designed to help you reconnect with your breath, settle into your body, and gently reset your nervous system. You'll be surprised how quickly five minutes can pass. I invite you to revisit this episode every day for two weeks. After each meditation, take a moment to journal how you feel and notice any changes in your body, mind, or nervous system over time. The guided meditation begins at approximately the 4:55 mark. Subscribe to my website, RELEASE RESET to stay in the know about upcoming events - like our annual retreat and classes! Learn more about BioCoffee !  

What if Yoga Nidra is more than deep rest? In this episode, we explore the transformational power of Yoga Nidra and what unfolds beyond simply resting the body. Together, we'll look at the three primary nadis, the central channel Sushumna, and how these subtle energy pathways support greater awareness, chakra activation, and the gradual awakening of Kundalini. We'll also explore how our perception shapes reality, why healing unfolds over time through consistent practice, and why Yoga Nidra has become one of the foundational practices in my own journey. Think of this episode as a roadmap. We'll return to many of these topics in future episodes, taking a deeper look at Yoga Nidra, consciousness, perception, Kundalini, and the practices that continue to reveal the wisdom held within us. To learn more about Release Reset, upcoming classes, retreats, and other offerings, visit ReleaseReset.  If this episode resonated with you, I'd be grateful if you left a rating and review or shared it with someone who might benefit. Thank you for listening and for being part of the Personal Shaman community.   This episode is fueled by BioCoffee - my morning ritual!

How can creativity become a path to healing? In this episode of the Art as Healing series, we explore how journaling, mantras, prayer, and creative expression can become powerful practices for processing life's experiences and creating space for healing. Joined by artist Cassandra Elaine, this conversation explores the relationship between creativity, spirituality, and personal transformation. Together, we discuss using artistic expression as a way to navigate difficult seasons, surrender to possibility, and discover meaning through the creative process. Content Note: This episode includes discussion of suicidal thoughts and sexual assault. Please listen with care and honor what feels supportive for you. If this conversation resonates with you, I'd be grateful if you left a rating and review or shared the episode with someone who may benefit. To learn more about Release Reset, upcoming classes, retreats, and additional resources, visit ReleaseReset.com.

What if symbols could express what words cannot? In this episode of the Art as Healing series, we explore how symbolism can become a powerful language for healing, self-expression, and transformation. Joined by artist Cassandra Elaine, this conversation examines how creative expression can help us give form to experiences that are difficult to articulate. Together, we discuss the role of symbolism in processing emotions, making meaning from life's challenges, and using art as a pathway for personal growth. Content Note: This episode is marked explicit due to discussions of sensitive topics. Whether you're an artist, on a healing journey, or simply curious about the role creativity can play in personal transformation, this episode offers a thoughtful perspective on the healing potential of symbolic expression. If you enjoyed this conversation, I'd be grateful if you left a rating and review or shared the episode with someone who may benefit. To learn more about Release Reset, upcoming classes, retreats, and additional resources, visit ReleaseReset.com.

Can art become a pathway to healing? Welcome to the first episode of the Art as Healing series on Personal Shaman. In this conversation, I share my own reflections on the role creativity has played in healing, self-expression, and personal transformation, while exploring how art can become a meaningful practice for processing life's experiences. Joined by artist Cassandra Elaine, we discuss her journey into art, how creative expression became part of her own healing process, and the ways symbolism, storytelling, and artistic expression can help us make meaning from life's most challenging seasons. Whether you're an artist, navigating your own healing journey, or simply curious about the connection between creativity and wellbeing, this series invites you to consider art as more than something we create—it can also become a way we heal. If this conversation resonates with you, I'd be grateful if you left a rating and review or shared the episode with someone who may benefit. To learn more about Release Reset, upcoming classes, retreats, the Personal Shaman podcast, and additional healing resources, visit ReleaseReset.com.

Can three journal prompts change the way you see yourself? In this episode, I share the three journaling prompts I return to in my own practice and regularly offer to my clients and students. These simple yet powerful reflections are designed to help you shift your perspective, challenge old patterns, and create the kind of paradigm shifts that change how you understand your experiences—and yourself. Journaling isn't just about recording your thoughts. It's an opportunity to slow down, recognize your growth, and uncover new ways of seeing what's possible. These prompts have become a meaningful part of my own healing journey and continue to support others as they move toward greater self-awareness and transformation. This episode includes an excerpt from my online Meditation Course. Use code Podcast15 to save 15% if you'd like to deepen your journaling practice. To learn more about Release Reset, upcoming classes, retreats, the Personal Shaman podcast, and additional healing resources, visit ReleaseReset.com.

  What happens in your body when you enter deep rest? In this episode, I explore how the practice of Yoga Nidra supports the body's natural healing processes by calming the nervous system and creating the conditions for deep restoration. When we shift from a state of stress into rest, the body can begin to repair, restore, and regulate in ways that aren't always possible when we're constantly in survival mode. Drawing from an excerpt of my online meditation course, we discuss the role of deep relaxation, nervous system regulation, and the body's innate capacity for healing—including the concept of cellular healing and why deep rest is essential to overall wellbeing. Whether you're new to Yoga Nidra or looking to deepen your understanding of the practice, this episode offers insight into how intentional rest can support both your mind and body. This episode is an excerpt from my online meditation course. Use code Podcast15 to save 15% on the course at checkout. To learn more about Release Reset, upcoming classes, retreats, the Personal Shaman podcast, and additional healing resources, visit ReleaseReset.com.

Can a simple gratitude practice change the way you experience your life? In this episode, we explore why gratitude is more than simply saying "thank you." It's a daily practice that can shift your perspective, deepen your awareness, and help you recognize the growth, beauty, and opportunities already present in your life. I share how I cultivate gratitude in my own practice, why it has become an important part of my healing journey, and how this simple ritual can help you approach each day with greater intention. As a bonus, this episode includes a guided gratitude practice that you can return to anytime you need to pause, reset, and reconnect with the present moment. This episode is an excerpt from my online meditation course. Use code Podcast15 to save 15% on the course at checkout. To learn more about Release Reset, upcoming classes, retreats, the Personal Shaman podcast, and additional healing resources, visit ReleaseReset.com.