127. The Invisible Load You're Carrying (and How to Lighten It)

132. The Most Accessible Antidote to Stress, Overwhelm and Disconnection

We're getting granular this week, friend! 🌺 Awe is such a powerful state of Being; it can shift your nervous system state, expand your perspective, and reconnect you to what matters most. Before we get started, quick announcement: Book Your Complimentary Session Here if you're ready to take a deeper dive into healing: https://calendly.com/rashmi_schramm/activateinnerpower1-1_30mins [https://calendly.com/rashmi_schramm/activateinnerpower1-1_30mins] We're diving into the science, psychology, and wisdom of awe, and why this often-overlooked emotion may be one of the most accessible antidotes to stress, overwhelm, and disconnection. What's inside: What awe is and why it matters How awe impacts the brain, nervous system, and overall well-being Why awe naturally quiets the inner critic and expands perspective The connection between awe, gratitude, presence, and meaning Simple ways to cultivate more awe in everyday life How moments of wonder can help you feel more energized, connected, and alive If life has started to feel rushed, heavy, or repetitive, this episode is an invitation to slow down, look up, and rediscover the extraordinary hidden within the ordinary. Please share this episode

131. Living Fully, On Purpose

This is a Memorial Day Special Solo episode:) This is an invitation to honor legacy, loss, and the privilege of being alive by choosing to live fully, with presence and intention. Special Announcement: book your 30 minute call with me here: https://calendly.com/rashmi_schramm/activateinnerpower1-1_30mins [https://calendly.com/rashmi_schramm/activateinnerpower1-1_30mins] In this episode, we explore: - The origins of Memorial Day - Holding space for grief, both collective and personal - The hidden weight of guilt, especially for those who’ve outgrown where they started - A powerful reframe: living fully as the deepest form of honoring - The yogic truth that attention directs energy—and how to reclaim it - Why staying small doesn’t serve you—or anyone who came before you Living half a life doesn’t honor sacrifice. Fully showing up does. If this resonated, share it with someone you love, leave a review, or book a free 30-minute coaching session (link above) Reference: https://www.rashmischramm.com

130. Are we all Just Running on that Hedonic Treadmill?

Solo episode! Please share widely:) In this episode, we unpack the hedonic treadmill—the invisible cycle that keeps us chasing “more” without ever quite arriving.  The human brain is wired for this patterns actually, and of course, modern culture can amplify it. Isn't it funny that the feeling of wanting is more addictive than having?  This isn’t about giving up your goals. It’s about reclaiming them. Inside, you’ll discover: * Why success can still feel strangely empty * The neuroscience behind wanting vs. having * How burnout isn’t always about doing too much—but never feeling enough * Three simple practices to step off the treadmill and return to your life Because the goal isn’t less ambition. It’s aligned ambition. There is a version of your life that feels expansive, grounded, and deeply enough—while still growing. Reference: https://www.rashmischramm.com

129. Ancestral Wisdom, Flow, and Trusting the Universe with Dr. Vanessa Calderon

This is our 2nd conversation with the wonderful Dr. Vanessa Calderon and it is comin' in HAWTT!  We talk about ancestral wisdom, being in right relationship with ourselves and the culture. We take a deep dive into what a de-colonized way of looking at mystical insights and intuition may feel like.  We talk about trusting the path ahead, even when we cannot predit it.  You're gonna love it, trust me:) Her first interview is Episode 30 on way back in 2024. Check it out! How to find Dr. Vanessa Calderon: Podcast Host: The Authentic Path https://www.vanessacalderonmd.com/ Reference:  https://www.rashmischramm.com

128. What if Autopilot is Your Greatest Asset (and Not the Enemy)

I've been thinking about autopilot lately.  Because I've found myself in autopilot a few times this week. And I noticed how supportive it feels.  In this episode, I flip the narrative on autopilot—the thing we’ve all been told to “get off of.” Instead of seeing it as mindlessness, I invite you to view it as one of your brain’s most intelligent, energy-saving tools. What we're exploring: - Why autopilot is actually a sign of growth and efficiency - How your brain uses automation to conserve energy - The real reason autopilot feels “off” sometimes - How to identify which patterns are serving you—and which need an updat Presence isn’t about doing everything consciously. It’s about consciously choosing what becomes automatic. Ready to explore working together?  https://calendly.com/rashmi_schramm/activateinnerpower1-1_30mins [https://calendly.com/rashmi_schramm/activateinnerpower1-1_30mins]