Embracing the Present: Trusting the Moment and Finding Inner Peace
In this episode, we explore the practice of checking in with our feelings and embracing the present moment. By asking ourselves 'How am I feeling?' we create a starting point for self-awareness and exploration. The discussion delves into the concept of the liminal space, the delicate balance between knowing and not knowing, and the importance of trusting our feelings. We also engage in a guided meditation in a forest clearing, fostering a sense of connectedness with nature and people worldwide. The episode concludes with reflections on the possibility of a greater sense of global connectedness and the importance of taking time to connect with this shared consciousness.
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30-Minute Healing Catnap: Deep Relaxation and Rejuvenation
Join us for a 30-minute guided session designed to help you achieve deep relaxation and healing. Through calming instructions and soothing ocean surf sounds, this session guides you step-by-step into a state of total relaxation. Experience the benefits of a healing catnap, feeling refreshed, revitalized, and recharged. Make sure to find a quiet place where you won't be disturbed, and let go of any stress as you listen and unwind. Perfect for a quick recharge during the day.
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Three ways Druidry can help ease sorrow
In this heartfelt and reflective episode, Philip Carr-Gomm explores how the ancient wisdom of Druidry can offer comfort and healing in times of sorrow and difficulty. Drawing on his personal experiences and deep connection to the Druid tradition, Philip shares a beautiful triad of insights:
🌿 The Cradling of Time – How the rhythm of the seasons and the Wheel of the Year can ground and guide us through emotional turbulence.
🌍 The Nourishment of Place – The healing power of reconnecting with nature and cultivating a deep sense of belonging to the land.
💚 Welcoming Us Home to Our True Nature – Rediscovering our inner self and our kinship with all of life.
This session also includes a gentle, guided meditation in a sacred grove and reflections on nature-based spirituality, mental wellbeing, and the role of Druidry in modern healing practices—including exciting developments in psychedelic-assisted therapy.
📚 Featuring a reading from The Druid Path by John Michael Greer.
🌿 Hosted by Philip Carr-Gomm, author, psychologist, and former leader of the Order of Bards, Ovates & Druids (OBOD).
🙏 Whether you’re new to Druidry or walking the path for years, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect—with yourself, with nature, and with the great web of life.
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#Druidry #PhilipCarrGomm #NatureSpirituality #MentalHealth #Meditation #WheelOfTheYear #DruidPath #Spirituality #OBOD
Music Credits: Native Power, The Earth Speaks, Charlie Roscoe and Andreas Kornevall
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Roots in the Earth, Reaching for the Sky
In this episode of This Magical Life, we invite you to step into a serene space of reflection and connection. Recorded in a tranquil mountain cabin, this meditation explores the profound balance between grounding ourselves in the earth and reaching for inspiration in the vastness of the sky.
Together, we journey through themes of rootedness, creativity, and collective consciousness. How do we find a sense of home in both our physical and spiritual lives? How can the familiar and ancient inspire us just as much as the novel and new?
This guided meditation is an invitation to align with the energies of nature, find your centre, and tap into the infinite well of inspiration around you. Perfect for moments when you need grounding or seek a sense of renewal.
What to Expect in This Episode:
A meditation connecting you to the elements of earth and sky
Reflections on finding inspiration in everyday life
Insights into the power of collective consciousness
Breathe, relax, and let the magic of this moment guide you. 🌿✨
Listen and Reflect:
Where do you feel most grounded? What inspires you to reach for the sky? Share your thoughts with us in the comments or on social media.
#Meditation #Spirituality #ThisMagicalLife #Mindfulness
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Exploring the Power of Detail: Meditation and Spiritual Insights
Exploring the Power of Detail: Meditation and Spiritual Insights: In this episode, delve into the contrasting philosophies of 'the devil is in the detail' and 'God is in the detail.' Philip explores how focusing on details can influence various aspects of life, from politics and law to nature and spirituality. Through an insightful meditation, learn to appreciate the beauty in the small elements of life, fostering peace and clarity. This session encourages a deeper connection with the world around us and emphasizes the importance of noticing the intricate details that surround us.
Welcome to This Magical Life, a space where magic is real, connection is deep, and transformation is possible. In each episode, we explore that fertile meeting place where psychology meets spirituality. We bring you thought-provoking interviews, mindful meditations, and powerful conversations designed to inspire your soul and uplift your spirit. Join author and psychologist Philip Carr-Gomm on this journey to uncover the magic within us and around us, as we come together to make the world a better place, one moment at a time.
This podcast is developed from the weekly video broadcast Tea with a Druid which you can find on Youtube.
Philip’s books include The Book of English Magic, The Druid Animal and Plant Oracles, and The Gift of the Night. He teaches courses online and you can find out about all his books and courses at philipcarr-gomm.com and for more about druidry see druidry.org
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