In this season finale, I take a few minutes to check in and share some exciting updates: I’m getting married next month (!), taking a short break from the podcast to fully savor the wedding and honeymoon, and lining up some truly special interviews for the next season, launching in August. Before I step away, I wanted to leave you with one final meditation—a gentle and simple practice to help you slow down and reconnect with yourself. This meditation is about stripping back the noise and remembe...
May 07, 2025•14 min
Feeling out of balance? Recalibrate and align with what's important in today’s practice. This is more of a reflective exercise than anything else. Get comfortable, clear distractions and enjoy. As a thank-you for being part of our community, enjoy a free class at The Space , our yoga and sound healing studio in London. Use code TMRSPACE when booking and come say hi! https://www.thespacelondon.co.uk/ Loving the podcast? Leaving a rating or review helps more than you know—it truly makes our day. Y...
Apr 02, 2025•10 min
What is shadow work, and how does it shape our relationship with pleasure? What might our judgments reveal about our own inner landscape? And how can we transform shame into personal power? This is one of the rawest/spiciest conversations we’ve had on The Morning Ritual. Charlene and I sit down with the incredible Ashka Zasada, whose work is all about embodiment, pleasure, and play—helping others awaken to their own aliveness in the everyday. Connect with Ashka: https://ashkazasada.com/ & @a...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, we explore the practice of Metta meditation—sending loving-kindness to ourselves, loved ones, and even those we find difficult. Inspired by my recent conversation with astrologer Barrie Dolnick, this practice helps shift frustration and resentment into compassion and ease. #blessingsandpeace Want to learn more about the Spring Equinox and what to expect astrologically this March? Listen to the previous episode with Barrie Dolnick here: https://www.themorningritualpodcast.com/ En...
Mar 05, 2025•14 min
March 20th marks the first day of spring—the Spring Equinox—often referred to as Mother Nature’s New Year. Katrina and I sit down with our astrologer, Barrie Dolnick, to explore how we can align with this powerful transition. In this episode, we discuss: What to expect as we move out of Mars retrograde and into the Spring Equinox How to embrace eclipse season (and the uncomfortable parts of ourselves) Using astrology as a tool for empowerment and conscious living The major planetary shifts initi...
Feb 26, 2025•56 min
In this guided meditation, Maureen Walsh invites you to connect with your own energy, offering a practice to cleanse, recharge, and unlock on a subtle, energetic level. Through gentle guidance, you’ll explore ways to nurture and protect your energetic field, leaving you feeling lighter, clearer, and more aligned. Learn more about Maureen and her work: lookformeinthestars.com/group-container Listen to my latest conversation with Maureen, 'Understanding Intuition and Energy Work' here: https://ope...
Feb 12, 2025•19 min
In this episode of The Morning Ritual , I sit down with my energy healer Maureen Walsh- a multifaceted international artist, guide, and teacher who has dedicated the past two decades to immersing herself in the realms of yoga, meditation, art and mysticism. For the last ten years, she has been professionally practicing and refining her skills in the healing arts. Her expertise spans a wide range of modalities, including visionary and biodynamic craniosacral therapy, as well as several trauma-inf...
Feb 05, 2025•47 min
New Season! This is episode 1 of The Morning Ritual's 11th season and we're celebrating nature’s new year and the New Moon in Aquarius! In this episode, I explore how to make the most of this new chapter and realign with your deepest desires. Plus, in part two, I guide you through a meditation to ground you into this fresh cycle and open your mind to new possibilities. Get 45% off Magic Mind at www. magicmind.co /tmrpodjan Enjoying TMR? Rate, review, enjoy and as always feel free to reach out on...
Jan 30, 2025•18 min
Meditate on the winter solstice and learn how to set intentions for 2025 in today’s episode. What to expect: Reflection prompts to release what no longer serves you. Guided visualization to set intentions for the year ahead. Embrace the stillness of the longest night of the year to pause, reflect, and realign. The solstice reminds us that even in the darkest moments, the light is always waiting to return. Download the FREE Winter Solstice PDF here. If you enjoyed this meditation, please rate and...
Dec 20, 2024•15 min
In today's episode Lilly and her co-host Katrina sit down with astrologer, tarot card reader, and author Barrie Dolnick. Known for her bestselling Simple Spells books, Barrie shares her journey from a high-paced marketing career in NYC to a life dedicated to guiding others through astrology and tarot. They cover: Barrie's shift from corporate life to astrology and writing. Understanding your Saturn Return and how to navigate this transformative period. The importance of moving out of the head an...
Dec 18, 2024•55 min
Lilly records with her mentor and longtime teacher, Dana Slamp, at her studio in London. Dana Slamp is the founder of NYC's premier Yoga Therapy School, Prema Yoga Institute. Lilly and Dana discuss the what, why, and how of yoga therapy. Towards the end of their conversation, Dana demonstrates what ‘motivational interviewing’ is and coaches Lilly in real time. Dana and Lilly cover the following topics: 1:50 - What is ‘Yoga Therapy’? 3:35 - Why would someone work with a yoga therapist? 5:15 - Car...
Nov 20, 2024•27 min
This episode was inspired by the widely known study ‘A Wandering Mind is an Unhappy Mind’ (check out the study below). Let’s slow down, focus the mind, and connect back to the present moment. Enjoying TMR? Rate, review, enjoy and as always feel free to reach out on Instagram @lillybalch. Discover more at www.lillybalch.com A Wandering Mind is an Unhappy Mind- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21071660/ *This episode was first aired in May 2023. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands...
Nov 13, 2024•11 min
East Forest is a pioneering figure in the psychedelic music space, known for his innovative approach to combining music and sound with personal transformation. In today's conversation, East Forest shares how he got into the world of psychedelics, what it’s like hosting mushroom ceremonies and the power of combining sound and psychedelics in ceremony. 1:28 How East Forest starts his day 2:00 The origin of the name ‘East Forest’ 6:05 How East Forest's path led him to craft music specifically for p...
Oct 24, 2024•32 min
Join Lilly Balch for a guided meditation designed to help you tap into your inner confidence and radiance. Through breathwork, visualization, and mindfulness, this practice will empower you to release fear, doubt, and insecurities, revealing the confident, radiant self that already resides within. This meditation will guide you in aligning with your true essence, helping you step into your day with grounded strength and authentic presence. Connect with Lilly at www.lillybalch.com and on instagra...
Oct 16, 2024•15 min
I’m super excited to share today’s conversation with the incredible Terri Cole ! Terri is a licensed psychotherapist and an expert in personal empowerment. With over two decades of experience, she has worked with a wide range of clients, from international pop stars to Fortune 500 CEOs, helping them break free from self-limiting behaviors and reclaim their personal power. In this episode, Terri and I dive into some truly transformative topics, including: 1:30 – The what, why, and how of healthy ...
Oct 09, 2024•45 min
What are you carrying? What can you release? In today's practice you're invited to use the breath to release the past and let go of judgment. Enjoying TMR? Rate, review and/or share with a friend. Want to connect? Reach out on www.lillybalch.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Oct 02, 2024•11 min
I loved having Barron back on the show. In today’s episode, we discuss: How meditation helped Barron navigate NYC’s hedonistic lifestyle His return to his hometown in Australia and his documentary 'Be Here Nowra' Vedic Meditation and the Maharishi Effect The concept of blending work with play How meditation can help you achieve more by doing less This episode is filled with wisdom on slowing down, simplifying, and trusting the process of life. Plus, you’ll walk away with tangible tips to apply i...
Sep 25, 2024•38 min
Happy Fall! In today's episode we honor the Autumn Equinox, a moment of balance between day and night, light and dark, growth and decay. It invites us to honor this equilibrium within ourselves, to reflect on what has grown in our lives, and to release what no longer serves us. Get comfy and listen in. Download the Fall Worksheet here - www.lillybalch.com/fallrituals Enjoying the podcast? It would mean the world to me if you shared, rated and/or reviewing. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircl...
Sep 22, 2024•12 min
Enjoy this heart-centered meditation designed to help you acknowledge and care for whatever emotions arise with kindness and awareness. With the upcoming Full Moon in Pisces amplifying sensitivity and intuition, this is a powerful time for reflection and emotional release. Listen in to reconnect with your breath, identify your emotions, and offer yourself loving-kindness as you navigate the flow of your feelings. Connect with Lilly at www.lillybalch.com and on instagram @lillybalch. Enjoying TMR...
Sep 11, 2024•12 min
In this episode, I’m joined by Ray Duhaney, founder of Ve Kitchen—a highly acclaimed vegan restaurant in London—and an extraordinary yoga teacher. Ray shares his deeply personal journey, revealing the physical and emotional challenges he’s faced, including a debilitating hip injury that led him to discover yoga. Through his practice, Ray not only rehabilitated his body but also uncovered how unresolved trauma had taken root in his hips and core. Yoga became the key to processing these emotions, ...
Sep 05, 2024•57 min
Let’s go on a walk together. And not just any old walk...a mindful walk. A walking meditation is a fantastic way to connect the body and mind while you’re on the go. Whether you hate sitting still to meditate or you simply don’t have the time to sit still this is a great alternative that still cultivates present moment awareness. Enjoying TMR? Rate, review, enjoy and as always feel free to reach out on Instagram @lillybalch. Discover more at www.lillybalch.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redc...
Aug 28, 2024•15 min
Kelsey Aida shares her journey from overcoming depression to becoming a leading voice in the world of manifestation. Kelsey reveals practical strategies to help you manifest your heart's desires and uncover the underlying blocks that might be holding you back. Discover how to align with your true desires, navigate through resistance, and step into your personal power to create the life you’ve always dreamed of. Connect with Kelsey at www.kelseyaida.com Download the free Money Meditation: https:/...
Aug 21, 2024•44 min
Join Lilly for a 10-minute meditation designed to protect and preserve your energy. You know how to care for your body and mind, now it’s time to care for your energy. By the end of this practice, you'll feel grounded, secure, and ready to carry this protective energy with you throughout your day. ----------------------- Connect with Lilly at www.lillybalch.com Enjoying TMR? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe. Join our Substack community for more- https://themorningritual.substack.com/ Adver...
Aug 14, 2024•11 min
I’m joined by my friends Charlene Huskinson and Shruti Srivastava for a more casual episode, a blend of personal stories and practical advice. We talk about how we met, why we love retreats, and the ways in which we find rest and stillness in the busyness of life. Highlights: {1:15} How Charlene and I met and created The Space, our studio in London {6:45} Shruti’s first experience on a yoga retreat and how it lead to her retreat career {10:00} The relationship between slowing down and digesting ...
Aug 07, 2024•44 min
In today’s episode, we delve into the two pillars of mindfulness: seeing clearly and choosing wisely. These pillars guide us in understanding the essence of meditation and its application in our daily lives. At its core, mindfulness is about arriving in the present moment and observing it exactly as it is, allowing us to align our actions with our true selves and intentions. Enjoying TMR? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe. Join our Substack community for more- https://themorningritual.subst...
Jul 31, 2024•12 min
Enjoy this soul-nourishing conversation with Tracee Stanley, author of the bestselling books “Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity” and “The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember”. In today’s episode Tracee and I discuss: What is true Self (capital S) Reclaiming your personal power The ritual of mind mapping Ancestral work How forgiveness is one of the most potent tool for healing Plus what Tracee is currently learning You can learn more abo...
Jul 24, 2024•28 min
The Morning Ritual is BACK! In today’s episode, I share what I’ve been up to for the past 6 months, the three big lessons I've learned since taking a break from the show, and what to expect from the season ahead. I'm super excited to announce that I’ve opened a yoga and sound healing studio in London called The Space! Are you based in London or have friends in England? Check us out and spread the love at www.thespacelondon.co.uk . Enjoying TMR? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe. Join our Su...
Jul 17, 2024•15 min
In today’s episode Dana Slamp talks about divinity and what it means to have a non-transactional relationship to the divine. Dana shares her recent experience of the divine mother and how that has changed her mindset completely. Write in your questions for us to address in part 2 to lillybalch@gmail.com Meanwhile, you can find Dana at danaslamp.com and learn more about Prema Yoga Institute here. RESOURCES: Splitting - Here is an article with additional information on splitting. Bhakti Yoga - For...
Mar 06, 2024•38 min
In today's practice we invite our WHOLE self into this moment, caring for all the layers of our being. This meditation will leave you feeling grounded, relaxed and supported. Thank you for listening to The Morning Ritual. If you haven't already be sure to hit the subscribe button for more. Enjoying the podcast? Leave a review below! Join our Substack community for more. You can also find TMR on Instagram , TikTok , & Youtube . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands...
Feb 28, 2024•13 min
Kara Ladd is an award-winning multimedia entrepreneur & journalist known for her catalytic storytelling, purpose-driven thought leadership and boutique consultancy. In today's conversation, Kara and I talk about breaking the binary between spirituality and business, the daily rituals that help us prevent burnout and how to live with more alignment and intention. Learn more about Kara here. Join our Substack community for more. You can also find TMR on Instagram , TikTok , & Youtube . Adv...
Feb 21, 2024•46 min
