
The Monkey Mind Is Not the Enemy
Buddhist teachings call it the "monkey mind" that restless, chattering voice that leaps from branch to branch inside your head. Most people try to silence it. What if we tried befriending it instead?

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Hosted by Cara Meade · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 78 episodes
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Welcome to Now, a podcast from Creative Yoga that will explore ideas and practices gained from yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and common situations to be in the Now.
Cara Meade hosts Now By Creative Yoga, a health show with 78 episodes published.

Buddhist teachings call it the "monkey mind" that restless, chattering voice that leaps from branch to branch inside your head. Most people try to silence it. What if we tried befriending it instead?

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In a world that constantly pulls us outward, yoga offers a powerful return inward. In this episode, we explore yoga's the modern science that proves how breath and mindful movement calm the nervous system, rewire the bra

In this episode, we explore one of yoga's most profound teachings: the power of beginning again. While New Year's resolutions often fade by February, yoga reminds us that renewal isn't tied to a calendar — we can begin a

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In this episode, we explore gratitude as more than a list or a habit — but as a way of seeing the world. We share how the smallest moments become invitations to appreciate what's already here: the breath, the warmth of s

In honor of Creative Yoga's ten-year anniversary, we explore the powerful connection between community, well-being, and the practice of coming together. This episode blends modern science with yogic wisdom, revealing how

In this episode, Cara Meade explores the often-overlooked power of routine —not as a rigid schedule or productivity tool, but as a source of rhythm, grounding, and peace. As we move into back-to-school season and the str

In this episode of Now by Creative Yoga, Cara Meade invites you to rediscover one of the simplest yet most powerful forms of self-care: stretching. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just trying to peel yourself off the c

On June 21—the Summer Solstice and International Day of Yoga—yogis around the world rise to greet the light. In this special episode, Cara Meade explores the meaning of this sacred day, the power of 108 Sun Salutations,

In this episode, we explore the simple yet profound practice of presence, and how summer offers us a natural invitation to slow down, savor, and truly be here now . From the golden stretch of evening light to the soft rh

Join us as we sit down with a dedicated yogi to explore their personal journey through a 21-Day Yoga Challenge . In this inspiring episode, they share the highs, the hurdles, and the unexpected transformations—both on an

In this episode, we explore how our minds naturally wander in meditation—just as they do when we're strolling down a grocery aisle. The key isn't to stop the wandering; it's to be the observer of those thoughts. Instead

In this episode of Fashion is Freedom , we sit down with Martha Trent, the owner of Pirie Boutique and curator of the exclusive fashion collection for Creative Yoga. Each month, Martha carefully selects pieces that embod

Kick off 2025 with us as we dive into the powerful benefits of a yoga practice and the profound impact of stillness on the mind and body. Explore how yoga can enhance physical strength, mental clarity, and emotional bala

In this episode of The Meaning Indicator , we explore the powerful question: How do we find meaning in our lives? Michelle Hollingshead, author of Meaning Indicator , joins host, Cara Meade to discuss why the search for

In this episode of My Heart , we explore the deep connection between our hearts and the spaces that inspire us. Hosted by the creator of a beloved local yoga studio in central Kentucky, this episode reflects on how music

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