Are you caught in the doomscrolling spiral—overwhelmed by the news, constantly checking your phone, and feeling more exhausted by the minute?

This episode of the 3rd Ave Wellness Podcast offers a powerful, trauma-informed meditation to help you interrupt the cycle and return to yourself. Whether you’re struggling to disconnect from digital overwhelm or just need space to breathe, this practice is here to guide you gently back to safety, clarity, and belonging.

We explore how doomscrolling impacts the nervous system, especially for marginalized folks who are already carrying so much—and offer grounding breathwork, affirmations, and a somatic reset. You’ll leave with more access to your breath, your body, and your boundaries.

This meditation centers Black women, queer, trans, disabled, and chronically online folks—and is open to all who long for grounded hope in the chaos.

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This grounding mediation invites you into a more honest, collective vision of hope--one that doesn't lie to you or ask you to ignroee your pain. Rooted in truth, breath, and somatic awareness, this epiesode offers a calm space to rest, feel, and begin again. 

What does it mean to have hope without gaslighting yourself? 

In this Mediation, Desi Hall--founder of 3rd Ave. Wellness--guides you through a practice that names what's real while he;ping you return to your body and breath. This is not hope rooted in false positivity or toxic resilience. It's hope rooted in clarity, grief, and resistance.

Whether you're feeling overwhemled by the news, struggling to keep going, or just in need of a pause that doesn't ask you to shrink your pain-- this episode is for you.

This mediation is especially for:

• Black women navigating burnout and mounting pressure at work
• Disabled folks who deserve access to collective care
• Queer and trans people seeking spiritual grounding
• Anyone who is tired of being told "it's not that bad."

Collective care starts here.

Let this be your reset.

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🚀 New Name. Same Mission. Bigger Vision.

Welcome to the new era of the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, I’m sharing the why behind 3rd Ave Wellness—why I rebranded, what this shift means, and how it all connects to my story, my purpose, and the work I’m building.

✨ What You’ll Hear:

• The deeply personal roots of 3rd Ave Wellness 🌿

• Why I moved beyond Meditations with Desi

• How this change expands the vision for healing, leadership, and belonging

This isn’t just a name change—it’s a bold step forward. Come along for the journey!

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In a world that constantly tells us we need to be more, it’s easy to forget that who we are, as we are, is already enough. This meditation is here to remind you that you don’t have to prove your worth or strive to earn your place. Together, we’ll breathe into the truth that your existence, your heart, and your presence are whole and worthy. This is for those moments when self-doubt creeps in, and you need to reconnect with your own enough-ness. Come as you are, and let’s honor the beauty of being exactly who you are, right here, right now.

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Let’s take this journey toward peace and calm—one breath at a time.

In a world that often demands hardness and isolation, this meditation is a call to honor the gift of our softness. This is serious work—learning to protect ourselves and set stronger boundaries without letting go of our curiosity, our love, and our inner child. We have a duty to become stronger and wiser while staying true to the tenderness that makes us whole. Join me as we find the balance of being soft yet strong, fierce yet gentle. Let’s reject callousness, embrace our resilience, and nurture the gift of staying open and connected. background track Composed by

Magnus Ringblom

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Let’s take this journey toward peace and calm—one breath at a time.

When you’re triggered, it can feel like your mind and body are running in different directions. This meditation is here to help you catch your breath and bring yourself back to center. Together, we’ll focus on breathing through the overwhelm and easing back into a steady, grounded state. This is a space for you to feel whatever’s coming up without judgment, with a focus on breathing, grounding, and letting your emotions flow without taking over. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, or just a heavy moment, know that you’re not alone in this. Take a breath with me and let’s move through it together.

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Let’s take this journey toward peace and calm—one breath at a time.

"Meet Your Inner Child: A Powerful Guided Meditation," with music composed by Göran Eriksson, takes you on a reflective journey to meet and nurture the younger version of yourself. Through gentle visualization, breathwork, and affirmations, this practice helps you reconnect with the vulnerable, authentic parts of who you are.

You’ll offer your inner child the love, safety, and care they may not have received—and in doing so, release emotional blockages and cultivate deep healing. Whether you’re seeking closure, emotional freedom, or simply a return to your true self, this meditation will guide you toward wholeness and peace.

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Let’s take this journey toward peace and calm—one breath at a time.

"Declining the Call to Harden Your Heart : Tending to Your Garden" invites you to nurture your inner world with patience, even when life feels overwhelming. Through guided visualization, breathwork, affirmations, and prayer, this meditation encourages you to soften emotional defenses and care for yourself like a garden in need of tending. As you release tension and plant seeds of compassion, you’ll reconnect with the part of you that longs to stay open, resilient, and loving. This practice will help you cultivate growth and healing, offering gentle reminders that remaining soft is a strength, not a weakness.

Background Track Composed by: Johan Eriksson

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Let’s take this journey toward peace and calm—one breath at a time.

Some mornings feel far from perfect, but that doesn’t mean you can’t set meaningful intentions. "Morning Meditation: Setting Intentions When Life Feels Messy" helps you start your day with calm and clarity, even when life feels uncertain. Through gentle breathwork, affirmations, and mindful reflection, you’ll reconnect with your inner strength and move forward with purpose. Whether you’re facing challenges or just need a reset, this meditation will help you embrace the day with grace and intention. back ground track  Composed by: Brittney Mills, Timofey Dorofeyev Produced by: Brittney Mills, Timothy Infinite

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Let’s take this journey toward peace and calm—one breath at a time.

Join me for this Bonus bedtime episode! Right now, the world feels like it’s spinning in chaos, and fear is real. But so is our need to stay rested and grounded. We’re no good to anyone if we’re unrested, and in times like this, rest is an act of strength. This meditation is here to help you find calm, even when fear feels close. Let’s release what we can for the night and let ourselves recharge. We’re sharper, kinder, and stronger when we’re well-rested. Let’s settle into a peace that holds us steady, even through uncertain times.

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Let’s take this journey toward peace and calm—one breath at a time.