Episodes

Episode 1: Power of Change

In this debut episode, Saturday Sisters Podcast hosts, Nancy & Jill, introduce themselves, their inspiration for this podcast, and the power of thought in manifesting change in our lives.

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Episode 2: Hope in Struggle

In this episode, Jill and Nancy talk about a lecture they attended this week, the possibility of hope in struggle, and how a shift in our thoughts can lead us to greater peace and awareness.

Links related to this episode:

Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi

Bryan Stevenson TED Talk, “We Need to Talk about an Injustice”

Living the Wisdom of the Tao by Wayne Dyer

Thich Nhat Hanh

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Episode 3: Pausing in the Sacred

In this episode, Nancy and Jill talk about the power of pausing in the sacred for clarity, peace, and to re-groove ourselves in order to move through challenging experiences.

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Episode 4: Harvest of the Heart

In this episode, Nancy and Jill reflect on the harvest of the heart, and nurturing abundance within ourselves to extend acts of gratitude, kindness, and service to others.

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Episode 5: Precious Beginnings and the Power of Naming

In this episode, Jill and Nancy talk about the importance of safeguarding new beginnings from negativity, and the power of naming these experiences in order to move toward greater freedom and peace.

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Episode 6: And This Too Shall Pass

In this episode, Jill and Nancy share tools for moving through challenging moments and the power of meditative techniques to support physical and mental well-being. Saturday Sister and clinician, Kate, leads us in a “5 Senses Meditation,” an effective practice that can be used anytime for all ages.

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Episode 7: Gift of the Present Moment

In this episode, Nancy and Jill talk about the power of the present moment to restore and re-groove our thoughts, feelings, and actions, and tips for mindfulness practice that give the gift of peace within ourselves and the world around us.

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Episode 8: Life Force and the Body’s Resiliency

In this episode, Jill and Nancy discuss the resiliency of the body and ways to support our vitality and our mental health. They explore the dynamic interplay of the body-mind connection and ways to positively impact its flow.

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Episode 9: Resiliency and the Spiritual Path

In this episode, Nancy and Jill share individual expressions of their spiritual path, and the power of returning to love to build spiritual resiliency through the ups and downs of life.

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Episode 10: Gratitude and Intention this Holiday Season

In this episode, Jill and Nancy explore challenges of navigating the holidays in a consumer culture, and intentional acts of gratitude, inclusion, and kindness that can make a positive difference in our inner world and in our interactions with others.

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Episode 11: Peace in the Midst of Activity

In this episode, Nancy and Jill talk about self-care as we navigate responsibilities and obligations, and the importance of quiet solitude for replenishing and sustaining well-being through the busy times.

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Episode 12: Wisdom Comes with Winters

In this episode, Nancy and Jill discuss ways to deepen our commitment to self-care, wellness, and creativity in the winter season, drawing from Oscar Wilde’s quote, “Wisdom Comes With Winters.”