Deeper Dive - Grounding

In this week's episode, we're exploring a new Deeper Dive theme - grounding. For the month of August, we'll be emphasizing practices that help us find steady ground in the present moment.

Many of us have an intuitive sense of what we mean by "grounding." I'll unpack several factors here that I consider part of grounding - from present moment awareness, to connection with external surroundings, paying attention to our contact with the literal ground, and embodiment.

When we feel really grounded on these different levels, there’s a sense of wholeness, steadiness, and clarity. And yet, there are many, many factors in our modern daily lives that pull us away from that sense of groundedness. 

You'll hear:

• why being more grounded is probably a better goal than feeling calm
• how grounding relates to equanimity
• why it's important to practice grounding pro-actively, even when we don't feel un-grounded.

Lastly, I give an extensive (and hopefully fun) list of grounding practices you can try. These suggestions include specific ways of breathing, focal points in the body, activities in nature, and recommendations for home and daily routines.

Listen in, and let me know what your favorite grounding practices are!

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As mentioned at the beginning of the episode, to receive the Deeper Dive worksheets on this month’s theme of Grounding, you can sign up for the MTM email newsletter here.

P.S. If you missed the newsletter because you're listening to this later, you can still get the worksheet. All you need to do is email me at [email protected] and ask. :) 

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For more links and resources mentioned in this episode, find the show notes at movedtomeditate.yoga/podcast.

For guided practices that align with these podcast topics, check out my Moved To Meditate Class Library at movedtomeditate.com.

And, I’m on Instagram at @addie_movedtomeditate (for mindfulness, movement, yoga, and pictures of PNW nature and my adorable kitten, Mustache).