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Hi, my name is Ava and I’m delighted to offer you “Functional Spirituality”, a free resource of talks, trainings and guided meditations.I use an academic approach to invite critical thinking into en... more
FAQs about Functional Spirituality:How many episodes does Functional Spirituality have?The podcast currently has 355 episodes available.
November 29, 2021Avoid the real threatThere is a lot of talk pushing for the sides, for who’s right and who’s wrong, but there’s not enough support for those left in the middle. If you take a side, you need to know what this is doing to your community, your friends, those who you seek to serve and protect.Let’s unpack the issues that arise when we have polarised arguments. If you are in the middle: You don’t need to turn away, this isn’t going to be space to discuss either side or the stories involved, but a space to offer support and tools to help you find your way.https://linktr.ee/functionalspirituality Follow Functional Spirituality at @functionalspirituality and follow our Yoga Studio at @spandaschool ...more20minPlay
November 23, 2021Guided meditation: Stillness in the pausesJoin Ava in exploring the stillness in the pauses, sensing what’s under the surface and offering it loving breath. Follow Functional Spirituality at @functionalspirituality and follow our Yoga Studio at @spandaschoolhttps://linktr.ee/functionalspirituality ...more15minPlay
November 16, 2021Guided meditation: AllowingA gentle meditation with Music. Allow the breath to move in and out of the heart space, connecting to your middle unlocking this allowance and acceptance attitude. Follow Functional Spirituality at @functionalspirituality and follow our Yoga Studio at @spandaschoolhttps://linktr.ee/functionalspirituality ...more16minPlay
November 09, 2021Guided meditation: Quick drop inwardSlow down, and connect inward to the beautiful sensations of breath, rest and peace that are calling you from the heart space.This meditation offers guidance for the attention to rest and find space, over light harmonious music.The meditation can be used before bed, but it is intended to train the attention to be alert while being relaxed, allowing everything to be as it is. Do not meditate with your eyes closed while driving. Follow Functional Spirituality at @functionalspirituality and follow our Yoga Studio at @spandaschool https://linktr.ee/functionalspirituality...more6minPlay
November 01, 2021Guided meditation: Deconditioning painOffer yourself a loving space and join Ava in creating a safe space to process discomfort and challenges with self-compassion and acceptance.Follow Functional Spirituality at @functionalspirituality and follow our Yoga Studio at @spandaschoolhttps://linktr.ee/functionalspirituality ...more17minPlay
October 28, 20213 Obstacles holding back your progresswe are all on a spiritual path, we are all moving in some direction. But sometimes it’s hard to make real progress and feel connected to a path. Join Ava as she describes the three main obstacles she has seen people come up against when they are trying to go deeper into their spiritual practice. Follow Functional Spirituality at @functionalspirituality and follow our Yoga Studio at @spandaschoolhttps://linktr.ee/functionalspirituality ...more19minPlay
October 25, 2021Guided meditation: Digestive system healingSink into stillness with intention and create space for connection and healing with this week's guided meditation for digestive system healing. Follow Functional Spirituality at @functionalspirituality and follow our Yoga Studio at @spandaschoolhttps://linktr.ee/functionalspirituality ...more18minPlay
October 18, 2021Guided meditation: R.A.I.N. techniqueThe acronym R.A.I.N. is a helpful mindfulness too. It can be a great tool for those times when you are caught up in a story or emotional overload, which can happen naturally when feeling overwhelmed or overly critical, and consumed with anxiety, fear or uncertainty.You can use RAIN in a difficult moment to cultivate a deeper connection and direct experience with the world. ...more20minPlay
October 12, 2021Guided meditation: Seated stretches for relaxationWelcome to this nurturing short moving meditation. Follow Functional Spirituality at @functionalspirituality and follow our Yoga Studio at @spandaschoolhttps://linktr.ee/functionalspirituality ...more12minPlay
October 05, 2021Guided meditation: Spreading love into the bodyA spacious meditation all about love. Drop into the heart space, allowing the relaxation of love to radiate into every cell, using the love in your body for the purpose of relaxation. Follow Functional Spirituality at @functionalspirituality and follow our Yoga Studio at @spandaschoolhttps://linktr.ee/functionalspirituality ...more19minPlay
FAQs about Functional Spirituality:How many episodes does Functional Spirituality have?The podcast currently has 355 episodes available.