The Now and Zen podcast for anyone who wants to live their best life. Whether you are religious, spiritual, either or neither or both-this podcast is for YOU. As far as we know we only have this one life, You can make the best of it by learning about the science of joy! I share all kinds of geeky facts and stats on the neuroscience of your brain, vagus nerve and emotions along with simple mindfulness practices to help you add more joy to your life. A bit about me...I’m your host, Dr. Aimee. I’m the author of The Re-Wilding of Womxn, an adult learning expert, and a fellow PTSD trauma survivor. I help others with their spiritual and trauma healing journeys. I’m also a no nonsense spiritual gangster and a lazy meditator. My greatest wish is to light a fire in your soul today to go out and find your now and zen. You are worth it! Nama-STAY Amazing my dear friends!
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21 Mar 2023
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18 Feb 2023
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16 Nov 2022
Top 2 Deathbed Regrets and How to Avoid Them
We do what we are supposed to do in life and more, so why are we so damn unhappy? The answer is simple. we are sick and tired because not only are we doing too much, we do far too little of what sparks a fire inside of our soul. Can you guess what the top 2 deathbed regrets are? I'm going to share them with you so you can be sure to avoid them and have more joy and FUN in your life! As far as we know we only live once and you are worth it! Nama-STAY Amazing, Friends! Tell me what you wa...
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