From Passion to Reality with Jordan Ring. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss the interplay between passion and reality, how to get unstuck, ways to start your own adventure, and even making peace with sweets. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here . Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #422: From Passion to Reality Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Yoga + the Animals : June 9 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary {5 spots left} Tranquility du Jour Live...
Jun 04, 2018•38 min•Ep. 422
From Anxiety to Love with Corinne Zupko . In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss anxiety, stepping out of our stories to shift perception, and listening to your inner therapist. New to Tranquility du Jour ? Learn more here . Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #421: From Anxiety to Love Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Yoga + the Animals : June 9 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary {5 spots left} Penning in Paris : July 23-27 in Paris {1 spot left} Writing i...
May 21, 2018•38 min•Ep. 421
Ayurveda with Susan Weis-Bohlen . In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss Ayurveda in everyday life including the Dinacharya—the daily routine and her new book, Ayurveda Beginner's Guide: Essential Principles and Practices to Balance and Heal Naturally . Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #420: Ayurveda Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Yoga + the Animals : June 9 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary Penning in Paris : July 23-27 in Paris {1 spot left} Writing...
May 07, 2018•43 min•Ep. 420
Money, Manifestation, and Miracles with Meriflor Toneatto. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss "emotional currency," the importance of understanding our core beliefs around money, and practical tips to empower growth. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #419: Money, Manifestation, and Miracles Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Yoga + the Animals : June 9 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary Penning in Paris : July 23-27 in Paris {1 spot left} Writing in the...
Apr 23, 2018•38 min•Ep. 419
Main Street Vegan Cookbook Part 2 with Victoria Moran. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss myths of eating a vegan diet, living a detox, finding healthier treats everywhere, and her Main Street Vegan Academy. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #418: Main Street Vegan Cookbook Part 2 Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Spring Virtual Retreat : April 14 Online Writing Lab : April 20 in DC at YogaWorks Yoga + the Animals : June 9 at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanc...
Apr 09, 2018•44 min•Ep. 418
Main Street Vegan Cookbook Part 1 with JL Fields. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , JL Fields and I discuss changes post-40, healthy dishes, and her journey into veganism. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #417: Main Street Vegan Cookbook Part 1 Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Love Summit : Starts Today. Tips & tools on all things related to love {including self-love}? Urban Women's Retreat : March 30 in DC at YogaWorks Spring Virtual Retreat : April 14 On...
Mar 26, 2018•40 min•Ep. 417
All Our Waves Are Water with Jaimal Yogis. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Jaimal and I discuss his latest book All Our Waves are Water , neuroscience and speaking to our animal brain, benefits of free-associative journaling, and advice for when we stumble. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #416: All Our Waves Are Water Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Tranquility du Jour Live : March 25 Spring Virtual Retreat : April 14 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : June 1-3...
Mar 12, 2018•37 min•Ep. 416
Woman Most Wild with Danielle Dulsky. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Danielle and I discuss the urban witch, rituals, tracking your cycles, and more! Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #415: Woman Most Wild Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Pigs & Pugs Project Film Screening of The Last Pig Tranquility du Jour Live : March 25 Spring Virtual Retreat : April 14 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : June 1-3 Penning in Paris : July 23-27 {3 spots left} Tranquility in...
Feb 26, 2018•37 min•Ep. 415
Parisian Charm School with Jamie Cat Callan. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Jamie and I chat about her latest book, the beauty in the details, her life on the farm, and art of the French flirt. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #414: Parisian Charm School Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Join anytime Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24, 2018 {2 spots left} Pigs & Pugs Project Film Screening of The Last Pig : March 1 Yoga + Art in West Virgin...
Feb 12, 2018•47 min•Ep. 414
Transitions with Elizabeth Duvivier. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Elizabeth and I discuss her handing over the reigns of Squam after 10 years, the challenges of letting go, and the importance of knowing when it's time to move on. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #413: Transitions with Elizabeth Duvivier Upcoming Events Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24, 2018 {2 spots left} Pigs & Pugs Project Film Screening of The Last Pig : March 1 Yoga + A...
Jan 29, 2018•54 min•Ep. 413
In today's first podcast of 2018, I share insights from our time in Paris, an introduction to our new rescue Gizmo, a glimpse into the Year of Tranquility , and tips on bringing creative dreams to life. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #412: 2018 Upcoming Events Year of Tranquility : Launches January 14 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : June 1-3 Penning in Paris : July 23-27 Savvy Sources Mentioned in the Podcast Year of Tranquility M...
Jan 12, 2018•31 min•Ep. 412
Meditation Retreat with Jennifer Howd. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Jennifer and I discuss silent meditation retreats—how to set up a home meditation retreat, what to bring to a group retreat, and why retreats serve as a "metaphysical tune-up." Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #411: Meditation Retreat Upcoming Events Yoga + Mindfulness Mini Retreat in DC : December 31, 2017 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24, 2018 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : Ju...
Dec 11, 2017•47 min•Ep. 411
Hemingway with Nicholas Reynolds. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Nick and I discuss his recent book Writer, Sailor, Soldier, Spy , his longtime love of Hemingway, the writing process, and yoga. Upcoming Events Yoga + Mindfulness Mini Retreat in DC : December 31, 2017 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24, 2018 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : June 1-3, 2018 Penning in Paris : July 23-27, 2018 Featured Guest: Nicholas Richards NICHOLAS REYNOLDS has worked in ...
Nov 28, 2017•48 min•Ep. 410
Orangutan Outreach with Richard Zimmerman. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss our love of red apes, what it's like to spend time with orangutans, and what we can do to help save the orangutans. This episode coincides with Orangutan Caring Week . Upcoming Events Thanksgiving Charity Class in DC : November 23 Yoga + Mindfulness Mini Retreat in DC : December 31, 2017 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24, 2018 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : June 1-3, 2...
Nov 14, 2017•52 min•Ep. 409
Big Love with Scott Stabile. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss living with a wide-open heart, lessons learned from hosting the Happiness Challenge, and a few mishaps along the way. Prepare to laugh, nod in agreement, and be inspired. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #408: Big Love Upcoming Events Writing Lab at Tranquil Space : November 10 TranquiliT Trunk Show at Tranquil Space: November 11 (1o-1) Yoga + Mindfulness Mini Retreat in DC : December 31 Yoga, Mindfulness...
Oct 31, 2017•43 min•Ep. 408
The Writing Process with Kim Manganelli. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we chat about her journey to becoming a lit professor, her work with the Amherst Writers & Artists method, the creation of Wisteria (formerly Wildflower) writing workshops, plus writing struggles and advice. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #407: The Writing Process Upcoming Events Daybook + Playbook Pre-sale : through October 20 Shape Soirée Talk in Richmond : October 20 Writing in the Woods in West...
Oct 17, 2017•47 min•Ep. 407
The Story Behind Shape Soiree with Kelly Kostecki and AnnMarie Grohs. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we chat about their inspiration to pull together a 3-day event in Richmond to shape lives, the importance of self-care, helpful tips and resources for finding balance. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #406: The Story Behind Shape Soiree Featured Guest: Kelly Kosteki + AnnMarie Grohs Born and raised in the Heartland, Kelly grew up an Indiana Hoosier with a love for all things ...
Oct 02, 2017•38 min•Ep. 406
Creating with Purpose and Saving the Elephants with Diana Argueta. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Diana and I discuss her move to Nepal, work for the elephants, and activism through art. Learn how you, too, can help captive elephants in Asia and beyond. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #405: Creating with Purpose and Saving the Elephants Upcoming Events Shape Soirée Talk in Richmond : October 20 Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 27-29 {3 spots left} Yoga + Mind...
Sep 18, 2017•48 min•Ep. 405
Transitions with me and Tim. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Tim and I discuss the transition of Tranquil Space to YogaWorks and what's next for both of us {hint, it involves pigs and pugs}. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #404: Transitions Upcoming Events Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 27-29 {3 spots left} Yoga + Mindfulness Mini Retreat in DC : December 31 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : May, 2018...
Sep 04, 2017•47 min•Ep. 404
Creative Living with Jennifer Schelter. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , we discuss Jennifer's inspiration behind a performance piece called Breaking Ground, how her writing practice is the underpinning of her creative life, and how life has evolved since she was on the show in 2015. Congrats to Katherine for winning a signed copy of A Paris Year in the recent giveaway ! Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #403: Creative Living Upcoming Events Writing in the Woods in West Virgini...
Aug 21, 2017•39 min•Ep. 403
A Paris Year with Janice MacLeod . In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , Janice shares the inspiration behind her new beautiful book, how life has changed since writing Paris Letters , her favorite spots in Paris, and kindly assists me in pronunciation {lots!}. Giveaway: leave a takeaway from this podcast in the comment section below by Friday, August 11 to enter to win a copy of Janice's new book! Upcoming Events Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 27-29 Yoga, Mindfulness ...
Aug 07, 2017•47 min•Ep. 402
Finding Your Inner Artist with Susan Prolman . In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , learn how to transition from a person who doesn't make art to one who does, ways to improve your artistic skills, and a few books to assist your artistic journey. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #401: Finding Your Inner Artist Upcoming Events Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 27-29 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : May, 2018 T...
Jul 24, 2017•51 min
Celebrating 400 Episodes and 12 Years. In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour , hear the lessons I've learned since starting this podcast and what's bringing me inspiration these days. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #400: Celebrating 400 Episodes and 12 Years Upcoming Events Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 6-8 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : May, 2018 TBA Tranquility du Jour Savvy Sources Mentioned in Podcas...
Jul 11, 2017•58 min
Creating Big Sky Yoga Retreats with Margaret Burns Vap. We discuss her move from a corporate career in NYC to starting a yoga studio in DC to forming Big Sky Retreats in Montana. You'll learn the hardest and best parts of running the business and how her practice has evolved over the years. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #399: Creating Big Sky Yoga Retreats Upcoming Events Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 6-8 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24 Yoga...
Jun 26, 2017•37 min
Make Peace with Your Mind with Mark Coleman. Learn the two essential skills needed to navigate life's storms, how to free yourself from the inner critic, tools for dealing with the inner critic, and the therapeutic power of nature. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #398: Make Peace with Your Mind Upcoming Events Yoga and the Animals : June 24 Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 6-8 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : May, 201...
Jun 12, 2017•38 min
Nourish 360 with Stephanie Horning. We discuss the importance of nourishment, self-care, and connection. Learn how to incorporate more wellness into your life, which nutrient-dense staples to have on hand, and why being bored is important. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #397: Nourish 360 Upcoming Events Yoga and the Animals : June 24 Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 6-8 Yoga, Mindfulness + Creativity in Costa Rica : February 17-24 Yoga + Art in West Virginia : May, 2018 TBA ...
May 30, 2017•40 min
Start Right Where You Are with Sam Bennett. We discuss her latest book, Start Right Where You Are: How Little Changes Can Make a Big Difference for Overwhelmed Procrastinators, Frustrated Overachievers, and Recovering Perfectionists. Learn her tips for handling overwhelm and small, doable changes that can lead to big joy. Direct download: Tranquility du jour #396: Start Right Where You Are Upcoming Events Yoga + Art in West Virginia : May 19-21 {sold out} Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : ...
May 15, 2017•46 min
The Teacher Appears with Brian Leaf. We discuss writing his latest book The Teacher Appears: 108 Prompts to Power Your Yoga Practice , how he chose the 108 prompts for reflection, and the importance of following your spiritual journey. Direct download: Tranquility du jour #395: The Teacher Appears Upcoming Events Yoga + Art in West Virginia : May 19-21 {1 spot left} Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 6-8 Featured guest: Brian Leaf, M.A., is the author of thirteen books, including Th...
May 01, 2017•44 min
MeatLess with Kristie Middleton. We discuss how eating less meat benefits you, the environment, and the animals, the psychology of change and why it's so hard, and ways to align our plates with our values. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #394: MeatLess Upcoming Events Yoga + Art in West Virginia : May 19-21 {1 spot left} Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 6-8 Featured guest: Kristie Middleton is senior food policy director for The Humane Society of the United States and the aut...
Apr 18, 2017•48 min
Eat This Poem with Nicole Gulotta. We talk about the blend of food and poetry in her new book Eat This Poem, her favorite ways to nurture creativity, and the literary city guides on her website. Direct download: Tranquility du Jour #393: Eat This Poem Upcoming Events Yoga + Art in West Virginia : May 19-21 {2 spots left} Writing in the Woods in West Virginia : October 20-22 Featured guest: Nicole Gulotta is a writer and recipe developer. She's the author of Eat This Poem: A Literary Feast of Rec...
Apr 03, 2017•38 min
