Today, on Episode #160 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we’re diving into a conversation that’s equal parts calming and captivating.

Our guest is Stephen Schettini, a former Buddhist monk, current mindfulness teacher, TEDx speaker, and the founder of The Inner Monk.

Stephen brings mindfulness down to earth with a scientific, no-nonsense approach that helps people navigate life’s chaos with clarity, calm, and confidence.

What’s remarkable is how Stephen’s journey began:

Born into a circus family, he felt like a misfit from the start.

That led him on a life-changing pilgrimage across the world, to India, where he became a monk for eight years.

Since leaving monastic life, he’s created a grounded, secular mindfulness approach that helps people manage relationships, reduce emotional reactivity, and build real resilience.

His storytelling is vivid, funny, honest, and deeply human. (And he is a fellow Canadian, residing in Montreal.)

So if you’ve ever struggled to “keep your cool” in the messiness of everyday life, and the chaos and uncertainty that we are in now, this episode is your invitation to pause, breathe, and meet your inner monk.

Love,

Lorrie xoxox

Connect with Stephen:

Website: theinnermonk.com

Email: schettini@videotron.ca

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Here we are: Summer has arrived, but you're wondering ... "Why don't I feel fantastic all the time?"

Instead of feeling excitement for the summer months that you held as a child, you're feeling the heat - physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Well, ladies, Ayurveda to the rescue!

Today, on Episode 159 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're fighting that summer heat.

We're thinking cooling, hydrating and light.

We're managing our social media and news time by letting less in.

We're letting go of the intense, hot workouts in favor of cooling swims or meditations.

And we're practicing 2 cooling breaths.

For Sheetali Breathing:

Roll your tongue like a taco (or gently open your lips and breathe in through your teeth if that’s more your style - or you're in public). Inhale cool air slowly. Exhale through your nose.

Try this for 5–7 rounds. It truly feels like peppermint for your nervous system!

For Left Nostril Breathing (Chandra Bhedana):

Cover your right nostril by applying light pressure with your finger or thumb. Inhale and exhale through the left nostril. This technique is not only cooling, but super calming. It's great before bed or after a heated convo (or a heated workout).

You might be wondering: Why do these breathing techniques work?

Because your breath controls your inner thermostat. When you cool your breath, your nervous system gets the memo that you're safe, calm, and not on fire.

Take a breath, take a break, give yourself some grace, and enjoy the summer vibes!

Love,

Lorrie xoxox

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You're ready for summer ... right?

You've been wearing your BIRKENSTOCKS since the May long weekend, but have you really fully engaged in the energy of summer yet?

Today, on Episode #158 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're going to bring our foundational habits from the spring into the summer.

Step 1: Think about your non-negotiables. What are you going to stick with over the summer, no questions asked?

It might be a skincare routine or a morning movement.

Or, perhaps you just can't give up your daily walk (you just might move it from the afternoon to the evening).

Step 2: What are you going to let go of?

What habits just don't fit in this season?

It could be your famous chili recipe that gets tucked away until October.

Or you could ditch your indoor exercise class and opt for something outside instead.

Step 3: Take it a step further - What else can you let go of?

Overscheduling.

Perfectionism.

Meditations that don't match your rhythm.

Free yourself from anything that feels like something you "should" do instead of something you "want" to do (even if it's exercise!).

These are our Me Now years, ladies!

The years when we can be more courageous and unapologetic.

Remember: We're not building habits to impress anyone else. We're building them to reclaim our time, our power, our energy, and our awesomeness.

Love,

Lorrie xoxox

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Ready to feel better about aging and life in general?

The Me Now years are not defined by age, but by mindset and intentionality.

This week, I'm sharing 3 synchronistic events that happened in the past week that inspired today's episode.

1. A drive home from a medical appointment with my mom.

2. Finding a book (The Swedish Art of Again Exuberantly by Margareta Magnusson)

3. A listener's message

Each of these experiences reiterated to me that wisdom is all around us if we're open to hearing it.

Whether in a podcast, a book, a group chat or a personal experience, just listening to the whispers around us can help us tweak a habit, soften a thought, or even realize the wisdom that we already have.

Love,

Lorrie xoxox

Mentioned in this Episode:

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🎙️ Episode 156 : Mint, Lime & Me — A Juicy Summer Ritual

This week, we’re keeping it simple and soul-refreshing. One herb + one fruit = one Me Now moment. 🍃🍈

💚 In this episode:

• Why lime is a cooling, skin-loving beauty in Ayurveda 💧
• How mint soothes your gut + calms your nervous system ☁️
• A no-fuss hydration ritual you’ll actually want to do
• Easy ways to glow up with mint & lime (think mocktails, mini spa vibes, and more)
• A peek into July’s FREE Salad Challenge 🥗

🌿 Ritual Reminder:

Start your mornings with mint + lime water. It’s more than a drink — it’s a vibe, a reset, and a tiny revolution in self-care. ✨

💌 Join the Salad Challenge + the private Women’s Wellness Community right here.

💫 Takeaway Mantra:

Easy. Peasy. Minty. Magic. I deserve to feel fresh, nourished, and in flow. 🌿🍋

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Welcome to June on the Habit Thrive Podcast, where we're going to be focusing on seasonal self-care habits for women in their "Me Now" years.

Today, on Episode #155, we're diving into a beautiful ayurvedic ritual that has supported women's wellness for thousands of years: Abhyanga - the art of warm oil self massage.

This grounding, calming, and revitalizing practice affects your entire being.

I'm talking deep, deep nourishment for your skin, your mind, and your body.

For your skin:

- Provides deep hydration and nourishment

- Softens rough, dry, sun-exposed skin

- Supports elasticity

For your mind:

- Promotes calm through rhythmic, grounding strokes

- Acts as a moving meditation

- Reduces anxiety, irritability, and emotional heat

- Helps set the tone for your day (or night)

For your body:

- Stimulates circulation and lymphatic flow

- Aids digestion and detoxification

- Supports joint and muscle health

- Strengthens immunity and resilience

So ... grab your coconut oil; some towels; and maybe a nice, sunny spot on the porch ... and let's explore the nourishing and revitalizing art of Abhyanga.

Love,

Lorrie xoxox

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Deep breath in.

Long, slow breath out.

Repeat.

What a crazy, mucky May it has been!

As we move into June on the Habit Thrive Podcast, we’re spending Episode #154 today on my #1 breath practice for managing overwhelm and remaining calm.

The best thing about this breath practice: You can practically do it anywhere!

In fact, I recommend pairing it with some form of movement:

Walking - around your yard, along the beach, even laps around your kitchen island!

Organizing - picking up and tidying your desk clutter or taking stray socks to the hamper

Yoga poses

Stretches

You may find, after some movement and deep breathing, that you’re more relaxed and ready to settle in to the rest of your day.

Love,

Lorrie xoxox

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Do you ever feel like your mood rides the weather?

One sunny day, you're full of energy, motivated, and ready to take on the world.

Then, the next day is gray and chilly, and suddenly everything feels a little harder and heavier.

If your mood rises and falls with the weather, you're not alone!

And there's good news: You don't have to be at the mercy of it.

Our routines, habits, and rituals are what are supporting us and grounding us.

Today, on Episode #153 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we are looking at how each day of the week contributes to our weekly energy and seasonal balance.

Every day has its own rhythm and energy — some of this is cultural, some of it seasonal, and some even rooted in ancient traditions like Ayurveda and astrology.

Have you ever truly thought about the energy of a particular day or the difference between the energy that you have on a Monday compared to a Friday compared to a Sunday?

Being very present with this energy can help you feel better in the moment, regardless of what you - or the weather - is doing.

Starting your week with intention, rolling into momentum and action, maintaining balance and setting the flow for your week are key in keeping this seasonal energy going.

Notice what each day brings — not just in your calendar, but in your body and your energy. Use the habits we talk about today as invitations, not obligations.

Soak up the sunny days. And, when it's gray or rainy - be your own sunshine!

Love,

Lorrie xoxox

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