What are emotions—and why do they feel so overwhelming sometimes?

In this episode, we slow things down and return to the basics. We explore what emotions actually are, where they come from, and how they show up in the body before we ever put words or stories to them.

Rather than treating emotions as problems to fix or manage away, we look at them as meaningful signals—messengers pointing toward what matters, what hurts, and what needs care or attention.

Together, we talk about:

• Why emotions are not random or irrational

• How emotions show up in the body before they become thoughts

• The difference between feeling an emotion and being ruled by it

• Why learning emotional literacy is essential—for work, relationships, and inner life

• Why suppressing them isn't strength

This conversation sets the foundation for future episodes where we’ll explore values, boundaries, our relationship to power, and how our inner emotional world mirrors what we see playing out collectively in the world around us.

If you’ve ever thought “I don’t know what I’m feeling” or “I feel too much,” this episode is an invitation to pause, listen, and begin again—with curiosity instead of control.

(And If you're looking for a free, no-pressure, simple space to practice getting to know your emotions, join us every other Wednesday at The Circle! https://rememberingyou.life/circle)

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What happens when you spring a “light Saturday morning topic” like the nature of consciousness on your partner… with zero warning? Apparently: a little groaning, a lot of laughter, some Sanskrit (attempted), and a surprisingly practical path back to the body.

In this episode, we wander through a few verses from a 14th Century Buddhist text titled Dṛg-Dṛśya-Viveka (discernment between the seer and the seen), tease apart mind vs. awareness as Aliceanne wrestles with a question: “I understand this conceptually… so why don’t I feel it? Do I even really understand this?”

Along the way we pull in Alan Watts, Ram Dass, Rupert Spira, the Dalai Lama, Aristotle, and a very credible spiritual teacher named Taylor Swift (because sometimes dancing alone in your living room tells the truth faster than your thoughts do).

We also explore a grounded, here-and-now take on Christianity's "Second Coming”, the surprisingly life-giving practice of numbering our days, and why touch and presence might be more “mystical” (and more necessary) than any big peak experience. We close with an impromptu guided meditation on the idea of a “heart of wisdom.”

Note: This episode includes some strong language (Aliceanne drops an f-bomb once and awhile) and candid conversation about spirituality, mortality, and embodied practice. If you listen all the way through, congratulations—you’re officially one of our special people.

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Step into 2026 as we explore the timeless allure of "out with the old, in with the new." From ancient Mesopotamian vows and Japanese bell rituals to Scottish first-footings and Black Church Watch Night gatherings, discover how cultures worldwide have marked new beginnings with cleansing, reflection, and communal hope.

Dive into the psychology of habits through the "Four P's of Cognition," backed by fascinating studies—like how hotel maids reshaped their bodies just by shifting their mindset—and learn why 92% of resolutions flop (and how to beat the odds).

Wrap up with a soothing guided meditation to reflect on the past year, release what no longer serves, and recommit to your deepest values. Whether you're darning old socks or dreaming up retreats, this episode is your invitation to pause, breathe, and step forward with intention—perfect for anyone craving a fresh, soulful start to the year. Tune in and remember: perspective changes everything.

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