Welcome to "The Art of Centering," where we explore art, mindfulness, and personal growth through stories inspired by nature, spirituality, yoga, and meditation, guiding you on a journey of self-reflection and connection.
EP48 - How Connecting with Nature Can Transform Your Inner Peace
Leah Rampy and Beth Norcross spent the first half of their careers trying to save the planet with their heads. Beth worked on forest policy on Capitol Hill. Leah earned a PhD, ran a nonprofit, and held leadership roles in Fortune 100 companies. Both burned out, and both found their way back to the divine through the woods.
Together they wrote Discovering the Spiritual Wisdom of Trees, winner of a Nautilus Book Award. In this conversation we talk about:
The blinding flash of the obvious that activism and spirituality were never meant to be separate
Hugging trees, and meaning it
A tree that folded in half when its heartwood rotted, and what it takes for a person to lose heart
Why the tree you climbed as a kid may have been teaching you all along
Reciprocity with the living world, and holding grief in community
Why a red oak never envies a white oak
Tiny ways to connect with nature on an ordinary day, starting with your toothbrush
Beth returns next week to lead us through a guided meditation.
Connect with Leah: leahrampy.com | Substack: Reweaving Earth and Soul
Connect with Beth: bethnorcross.com
The book: Discovering the Spiritual Wisdom of Trees (Broadleaf Books)
2 Oct 2026
EP47 Bonus Meditation w/ Andrew Keaveney
In this episode, Andrew Keaveney guides us through a simple meditation practice that emphasizes effortless relaxation and mindfulness. Discover how to incorporate these techniques into your daily routine for greater calm and clarity.
25 Sept 2026
5 Secrets to Overcoming Emotional Overwhelm with Breath Work
Unlock the transformative power of breath and mindfulness with Andrew Keeveny, a seasoned meditation teacher and filmmaker who spent four years in an ashram in India. In this riveting episode of the Art of Centering Podcast, Andrew reveals how he shifted from a demanding academic life at Stanford to a path of spiritual exploration, and how breath work became a life-altering practice for him and many others.
Andrew shares his enlightening journey—from discovering meditation through Eastern philosophies to founding the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina. You'll discover how a simple breath can lead to profound emotional healing and personal empowerment. As he puts it, "Having emotions is part of what makes life juicy and enjoyable," and he provides practical tools to help listeners process their feelings without cutting them off.
We dive deep into:
- The art of breath work and its scientific benefits
- Strategies for managing overwhelming emotions and finding balance
- The myth of happiness as a feeling versus a daily practice
- A fresh perspective on sobriety with Andrew's innovative Dry January initiative, which encourages mindfulness over mindless drinking.
This episode is essential for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of emotions and find practical ways to incorporate mindfulness into their daily lives. Don't miss Andrew's insights on how breath work can serve as a daily cleanse for the mind, just as we shower for our bodies.
Perfect for those navigating the complexities of emotional health or anyone ready to explore a new dimension of joy and contentment. Tune in and take your first step towards a more centered life!
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