‘Nothing you become will disappoint me;
I have no preconception that I'd like to see you be or do.
I have no desire to forsee you, only to discover you.
You can't disappoint me’ - Mary Haskell
Dear Soulshine Queens,
Welcome to your ‘Radiantly Alive’ After-Care Hub - a place for tools, practices and resources to keep you inspired, motivated and shining bright following your Soulshine Journey.
It is genuinely such a pleasure and privilege to share these practices and incredibly special moments together and I truly believe in the incredibly bond that now exists between each of us.
As Women, it is our true nature to grow, support, heal, survive and thrive in communities of women. I’m going to be offering more workshops and events in the future alongside our retreats to create opportunities to come together.
Until our paths cross again, keep shining bright!
Let’s stay connected
Your Workshops were focussed on the awareness and insight to help gain a clearer connection to who you are, your inner blueprint, narratives and how you came to be and live from those places. I have provided resources to inspire and build awareness around these themes below. There are books and podcasts which can be slowly savoured and explore on your journey back to yourself. For ease, each book below can be clicked on to go straight to Amazon UK to purchase.
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Self-Compassion
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Introduction to your Nervous System & Befriending your Nervous System
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Internal Family Systems
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Healthy Boundaries
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Soul Values & Core Desired Feelings
Shamanic & Earth Wisdom
Stay Connected to Rich
If Rich’s words resonated for you then I highly recommend following him on Instagram where he’ll be sharing his wisdom through beautiful words and reflections. He also offers one-off and 3-month Shamanic 1:1 Programmes. You can use the link below to connect with him and find out more.
Spark your Fire
Stay connected with Miriam
YUMMY YOGA NIDRAS
YOUR SOULSHINE MEDITATION LIBRARY
To support your continued exploration of Self-Awareness, the foundation for change, I have provided a range of Meditation practices below. Each of us are on a journey to explore the gateways that open for us in our quest to experience the ‘space between stimulus and response’. This is where the full and expansive possibility of transformation resides…
I also highly recommend Insight Timer App both to set your own ‘gong’ when meditating alone and also for the incredible resources and guided meditations.
Non-Linear Movement Practice
I’m excited to include the Non-Linear Movement Practice here for you. I love this practice and highly recommend exploring this in your life. You can do so in such a simple way by playing even just one song a day and letting yourself move as whatever you are feeling - emotionally or physically. Remember, the only rules are to stay close to the floor (on all 4’s, back or knees), to keep your eyes closed and to keep moving. This is such a powerful practice to sensitive to listening to the wisdom of your body. I also find it incredibly helpful for processing big emotions like anger, sadness or grief. And it can be a very supportive practice to help us move through the nervous system.
What you’ll need: Yoga mat or blanket on the floor (just to protect your knees). Ideally headphones or the possibility to play loud music!
Notes on the below: The practice includes a workshop on Boundaries for the first 60 minutes (in case you want a refresher!). Then there is an introduction to the practice. Then there is the practice itself! Minutes as follows:
0-59 minutes - Boundaries Workshop (from an online workshop)
59- 1:06 minutes - Introduction to Non-Linear Movement
1.06 - 1.51 minutes - Non Linear Movement Practice (around 45 minutes long)
SOUND MEDICINE WITH LOUSILA
The lovely Lousila who used to work with us has so kindly provided a range of beautiful sound journeys for you to keep enjoying in the comfort of your home. I have enjoyed all of them immensely and strongly encourage you to find moments to relax to the medicine of sound. Lay in a comfy place and I recommend headphones to immerse yourself fully.
Lousila has a Patreon Membership that you can join if you wish to keep enjoying regular sessions with her. Simply click on the below:
‘Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha' is a mantra to Tara, a beloved saviour deity in Buddhism known to liberate souls from suffering. Tara is known to protect from fear, danger, heal illness, and increase longevity and prosperity. On the ultimate level she awakens our wisdom so that we can realise the true nature of reality. It is believed that practice of Tara mantra brings Tara's instant help to overcome all problems and help actualise all our material and heartfelt wishes.
Creating your Sacred Space
I recommend that you create your own Sacred Space in your home. This is an example of my altar. Having a space to return to each day can help with that sense of connection and continuity to practice. My Altar brings me such joy each time I hang out with it and I take half of it wherever I go! Notice how I have a photo of Little Soulla on there too! I also keep one by my bed so I can keep connecting into my younger parts with love and care.
Here are some of my fave decks of cards (alongside your gift ones of course!)…
Each image links to an Amazon page where you can purchase the decks.
And some of the sound instruments that I used in class.
For the wind chimes, I use Water. Again, both are linked to Amazon.
Cacaocita - La Medicina
As promised, here are some resources for you to explore working with the gentle, feminine medicine of Cacao. I love to drink it before my 1:1 sessions for heart-opening and to listen more deeply. I also use it whenever I’m doing vision boards to help call in guidance. Remember that it’s important to work out the right amount for you to avoid feeling overstimulated. When working with ceremonial cacao it’s definitely worth weighing it to begin until you’re familiar with amounts.
Soulshine Music & Sounds
You can find all the Soulshine Music (perfect for practicing yoga at home) on Spotify using the following search link: click this link
Soulshine Poems
Here is a selection of favourite Soulshine poems that we often share during retreats: Simply click here to download now
Other Soulshine LOVES…
Great Teachers
Brene Brown is an amazing inspiration and provides really accessible teachings on the importance of vulnerability and impact of shame in our lives. Check out her online courses, read her books and enjoy her TED talks.
Byron Katie is the creator of 'The Work'. She asks, who would you be without your story? The Work is a way to identify and question the thoughts that cause all your suffering. Truly powerful practice.
Pema Chodron is a beautiful Mindfulness teacher. Check out her books and talks for inspiration.
Gabor Mate - Trauma & Addiction specialist. Awesome Stuff
Joe Dispenza - Making Neuroplasticity accessible. Heal your mind. Heal your body. BOOM!
Fave TED Talks
Here are some of my favourite TED talks & YouTube clips for getting inspired. I definitely recommend getting lost in TED and all the inspiration readily available online. The perfect solution to that morning commute!
TED Talk: Brene Brown – The Power of Vulnerability
TED Talk: Brene Brown – Listening to Shame
TED Talk: Jill Bolte Taylor – My Stroke of Insight
TED Talk: Amy Purdy, Living beyond Limits
A final note…
Well done for getting this far my love! Remember that there is no race or competition to read every book and listen to every resource. Take your time and savour the process. Check in with what resonates. Listen to your wisdom and let it guide you. Everything we need already exists from that place.
I cannot wait for our paths to cross again. We have so much more to share with you.