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Prioritize Your Inner Self: The Yogic Way

Season 2, Ep. 7

We all tend to get caught up in daily activities. Our families, co-workers, jobs, healthcare. In fact, much of the time we get lost in these daily activities which cause us stress and angst. Just the activity itself or the pressure to get things done is what’s dominant.


Would you like to learn how to stay centered in your inner power and wisdom, letting love and light come through your daily activities instead of getting lost in them? 


Listen now to find out how to get centered so your wise, inner self that is powerful and loving can express through you. We talk about invaluable meditation options as well as some chanting and breathing techniques.

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