a deep listening conversation with Indu Arora
A conversation with Jillian and Indu Arora about her journey into the deep study of yoga and ayurveda, which began with observing her parents' practice and growing up in a family of 15. She talks about the moments with her gurus that transformed her and allowed her to dedicate herself to the practice.
a deep listening conversation with Dr. Christiane Wolf
A conversation with Jillian and Dr. Gail Parker about the difference between coming into agreement versus coming into understanding, the deep, deep work of getting to know ourselves, releasing expectations and allowing your students to have their own experiences, and so much more.
nourish the gut-brain connection: a soft belly meditation to release unnecessary tension and relax more
In this meditation, we get down into our deep gut and core to experience the relationship between the belly, diaphragm, vagus nerve, and ability to digest — so we can release unnecessary tension and feel more relaxed.
a simple vagus nerve practice to shift into rest and digest
The state of our nervous system is directly related to the quality of our digestion. Simply put, when we’re relaxed, in a state of rest and digest, the process of digestion is initiated. The vagus nerve is in direct communication with each organ and system, sending and receiving messages as well as directly impacting the overall state and health of these organ systems. This meditation focuses on a simple technique to stimulate and tone the vagus nerve, in order to elicit the relaxation response.
a meditation to enhance your digestive capacity
While meditation has long been known to promote better digestion, a 2015 study from the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found that practicing mindful breathing, meditation and yoga can create positive changes in gene expression in patients with diseases of the digestive organs—relieving symptoms and even markers for diseases such as IBS and IBD.
a heart-opening restorative to create space for the breath & feel more connected
Enjoy this 14-minute restorative practice in a single posture to help you feel more present and connected with yourself and each other.
lovingkindness as a practice of letting go
Metta is medicinal, and there are so many science-backed benefits of practicing Lovingkindness that I share in my weekly Deep Listening Meditations. Enjoy this practice to cultivate ease and connection.
spiritual growth & awakening: a conversation with dr. lisa miller
A conversation with Jillian and Dr. Lisa Miller; New York Times bel-selling author of the uplifting and awakening book, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life.
