098 From Chaos to Calm: The Power of Presence in Everyday Life

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Hello, my lovely people! It's Juliette Karaman, and I'm back with another solo episode of The Scrumptious Woman. Today, we’re diving into something that has been on my heart and mind recently—being truly present in the moment. As I recount a personal experience from a hectic day, I invite you to explore how quickly we can shift from feeling rushed and overwhelmed to a place of peace and gratitude.

In this episode, I share a beautiful moment of presence that I experienced during a busy trip to London for my daughter’s graduation. I reflect on how easy it is to get caught up in the frenzy of daily life and how slowing down, noticing your surroundings, and practising mindfulness can transform even the most stressful of days.

I also guide you through a simple yet powerful breathing exercise to help you connect with your body and ground yourself in the present. Whether you're rushing around or simply need a moment of calm, this episode offers a gentle reminder that you always have the power to change your state and return to a sense of peace.

Key Takeaways:

• Slow Down and Notice: The hustle of everyday life can pull us out of the present. Pause, take a breath, and observe your surroundings.
• Gratitude Shifts Everything: Gratitude can change your entire perspective, even when things aren’t going as planned.
• Mindful Breathing: A simple breathing exercise can bring you back to the present moment, allowing you to find peace amid the chaos.
• Changing Your State: You have the power to shift from stress to joy through intentional practice, whether it’s through mindfulness or movement like dancing or shaking it out!
• Presence in Everyday Moments: By being fully present, even the most mundane or challenging moments can become opportunities for connection and joy.

So, the next time you find yourself in a rush, take a breath, ground yourself, and remember that joy and presence are always within reach.

Thank you for joining me, and I hope this episode brings you as much peace as it brought me. As always, feel free to share your thoughts, experiences, or any insights with me on Instagram or in the app you’re listening on. Much love, and until next time!

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1. Introduction to the Episode (00:00:00)

2. The Graduation Journey (00:02:29)

3. Missing the Train (00:04:39)

4. Gratitude and Abundance (00:06:19)

5. Breathing Exercise for Presence (00:08:24)

6. Changing Your State (00:10:49)

7. Expansion and Contraction (00:12:24)

8. The Joy of Authenticity (00:14:39)