

The Morning Ritual
Lilly Macfarlane
For centuries, rituals have offered a sense of structure, meaning, and clarity in daily life. The Morning Ritual is a podcast devoted to exploring the power of daily practices. Here, we believe that transformation doesn’t happen in a single moment, but in the quiet, consistent choices we make every day. By showing up for ourselves through ritual, we learn how to show up more fully for our relationships, our work, our communities — and the world.Each week, host Lilly Macfarlane sits down with teachers, artists, healers, and entrepreneurs to explore how their daily rituals help them stay grounded, clear, and aligned with their purpose. This podcast isn’t just for early risers or seasoned meditators. It’s for anyone curious about living with more presence, depth, and integrity. Rate, review & most importantly, enjoy! Let's connect! Don't be shy, please reach out on: www.lillybalch.com Instagram: @_themorningritual https://substack.com/@themorningritual
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Sep 5, 2024 • 57min
Ray Duhaney on Non-Attachment & Quieting the Ego
In this episode, I’m joined by Ray Duhaney, founder of Ve Kitchen—a highly acclaimed vegan restaurant in London—and an extraordinary yoga teacher.Ray shares his deeply personal journey, revealing the physical and emotional challenges he’s faced, including a debilitating hip injury that led him to discover yoga. Through his practice, Ray not only rehabilitated his body but also uncovered how unresolved trauma had taken root in his hips and core. Yoga became the key to processing these emotions, quieting the ego, and embracing inner stillness. In our conversation, we also explore:The connection between attachment and sufferingHow trauma and emotions can become stored in the bodyThe eight limbs of yoga, focusing on Ahimsa (non-harming) and Brahmacharya (moderation), and how these principles have shaped Ray's journey toward self-awareness and personal growthConnect with Ray here: https://www.i-guru.yoga/yoga/Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Aug 28, 2024 • 15min
Walking Meditation: Mindfulness On-The-Go
Let’s go on a walk together. And not just any old walk...a mindful walk. A walking meditation is a fantastic way to connect the body and mind while you’re on the go. Whether you hate sitting still to meditate or you simply don’t have the time to sit still this is a great alternative that still cultivates present moment awareness.Enjoying TMR? Rate, review, enjoy and as always feel free to reach out on Instagram @lillybalch. Discover more at www.lillybalch.com Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Aug 21, 2024 • 44min
How to Manifest Anything You Want with Kelsey Aida
Kelsey Aida shares her journey from overcoming depression to becoming a leading voice in the world of manifestation. Kelsey reveals practical strategies to help you manifest your heart's desires and uncover the underlying blocks that might be holding you back. Discover how to align with your true desires, navigate through resistance, and step into your personal power to create the life you’ve always dreamed of. Connect with Kelsey at www.kelseyaida.comDownload the free Money Meditation: https://www.kelseyaida.com/mmfreebie 30% off The 1111 Club Etsy Journals using code "pod 30"! https://the1111club.etsy.com?coupon=POD30Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Aug 14, 2024 • 11min
Meditation: Protect Your Energy
Join Lilly for a 10-minute meditation designed to protect and preserve your energy. You know how to care for your body and mind, now it’s time to care for your energy. By the end of this practice, you'll feel grounded, secure, and ready to carry this protective energy with you throughout your day.-----------------------Connect with Lilly at www.lillybalch.comEnjoying TMR? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.Join our Substack community for more-https://themorningritual.substack.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Aug 7, 2024 • 44min
Retreats, Sound Healing and Nurturing Creativity (with friends Charlene + Shruti)
I’m joined by my friends Charlene Huskinson and Shruti Srivastava for a more casual episode, a blend of personal stories and practical advice. We talk about how we met, why we love retreats, and the ways in which we find rest and stillness in the busyness of life. Highlights: {1:15} How Charlene and I met and created The Space, our studio in London {6:45} Shruti’s first experience on a yoga retreat and how it lead to her retreat career{10:00} The relationship between slowing down and digesting life{12:45} How Charlene found sound healing and the power of sound{15:50} How to use your voice to move energy and heal {22:50} How Shruti found clarity and strength using mantra {27:00} Shruti’s silent retreat experience {35:30} The relationship between rest and creativity London based? Come take class with us at The Space.Get a free class on us using code THEMORNINGRITUAL. Check out the schedule and book here: https://www.thespacelondon.co.uk/bookclass Retreat in the South of France:Join Shruti & Charlene in the south of France this September (Sept 15-21st) for daily yoga practice, outstanding beauty and nature, beautiful healing sounds, delicious flavourful seasonal menus, aromatherapy oils and holistic healing massage therapy. Learn more about the retreat here: https://www.thespacelondon.co.uk/retreats Book a retreat discovery call here: https://calendly.com/hello-l4o/retreat***The Morning Ritual listeners get £100 off the retreat with code TMROur Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jul 31, 2024 • 12min
Meditation: Seeing Clearly + Choosing Wisely
In today’s episode, we delve into the two pillars of mindfulness: seeing clearly and choosing wisely. These pillars guide us in understanding the essence of meditation and its application in our daily lives. At its core, mindfulness is about arriving in the present moment and observing it exactly as it is, allowing us to align our actions with our true selves and intentions.Enjoying TMR? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.Join our Substack community for more- https://themorningritual.substack.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jul 24, 2024 • 28min
Reclaiming Your Power with Tracee Stanley
Enjoy this soul-nourishing conversation with Tracee Stanley, author of the bestselling books “Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity” and “The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember”. In today’s episode Tracee and I discuss:What is true Self (capital S) Reclaiming your personal power The ritual of mind mapping Ancestral work How forgiveness is one of the most potent tool for healing Plus what Tracee is currently learning You can learn more about Tracee and her work here: https://www.traceestanley.com/ Enjoying TMR? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.Join our Substack community for more- https://themorningritual.substack.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jul 17, 2024 • 15min
Welcome Back: Life Updates + 3 Takeaways from Starting a Business
The Morning Ritual is BACK! In today’s episode, I share what I’ve been up to for the past 6 months, the three big lessons I've learned since taking a break from the show, and what to expect from the season ahead.I'm super excited to announce that I’ve opened a yoga and sound healing studio in London called The Space! Are you based in London or have friends in England? Check us out and spread the love at www.thespacelondon.co.uk.Enjoying TMR? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.Join our Substack community for more- https://themorningritual.substack.com/ Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Mar 6, 2024 • 38min
Dana Slamp on What it Means to Recognize the Divine Within
In today’s episode Dana Slamp talks about divinity and what it means to have a non-transactional relationship to the divine. Dana shares her recent experience of the divine mother and how that has changed her mindset completely. Write in your questions for us to address in part 2 to lillybalch@gmail.com Meanwhile, you can find Dana at danaslamp.com and learn more about Prema Yoga Institute here. RESOURCES: Splitting - Here is an article with additional information on splitting.Bhakti Yoga - For more information on Bhakti Yoga, here is an article. PYI Discounts for The Morning Ritual ListenersEnjoy $60US off* PYI's 25-hour Sound Yoga Therapy Training this Spring with the coupon, "MORNING60"Use the coupon, "MORNING200" - and TMR listeners can also take advantage of:$200 off* PYI's Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Training in May$200 off* PYI's Yoga in Healthcare Training in October $200 off* PYI's Yoga Therapeutics Essentials in FebruaryYoga Teachers may also earn their RYT500 with PYI. Apply the "MORNING200" coupon and receive $200 off* our already-discounted 300 hour Online Yoga Teacher Certification with Yoga Alliance.*May not be combined with other offers. For new students onlyOur Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Feb 28, 2024 • 13min
Meditation: Caring for your WHOLE self
In today's practice we invite our WHOLE self into this moment, caring for all the layers of our being. This meditation will leave you feeling grounded, relaxed and supported. Thank you for listening to The Morning Ritual. If you haven't already be sure to hit the subscribe button for more. Enjoying the podcast? Leave a review below! Join our Substack community for more.You can also find TMR on Instagram, TikTok, & Youtube.Our Sponsors:* Check out Global Healing: https://globalhealing.com/healAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands