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  • 151. Light (Meditation Journey)

    151. Light (Meditation Journey)
    Jan 11 2026

    Light & Self-Acceptance


    Every Moment Is Sacred is a podcast hosted by Rain Elizabeth Stickney, focusing on interweaving meditation and healing into everyday life. This episode offers a guided meditation that begins with encouraging listeners to get settled and consciously breathe, while reflecting on their own light and and the light they see around them. The wise words of John Lewis are shared that begin with, “You are a light. You are the light. Never let anyone – any person or any force – dampen, dim or diminish your light.”


    Listeners are invited to accept themselves fully, align with their values, and envision a world community of inclusivity and fairness. The episode also highlights various meditation offerings and retreats available through Stillwater Meditation. Although timely for recent events in the United States, this meditation was originally recorded on Thursday, November 7, 2024.


    00:00 Welcome to Every Moment Is Sacred

    00:40 Introducing Stillwater Meditation

    02:01 Various Ways to Meditate Together

    04:51 Guided Meditation Begins

    05:11 Getting Settled, Exploring Life & Light

    7:38 Wise Words from John Lewis

    09:58 Acceptance & Discernment

    14:17 Envisioning a World of Light and Love

    15:09 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude


    ~~~~~


    FREE in person meditation at the Charlotte Library, Vermont

    ⁠https://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater-meditation/#charlotte-library⁠


    Liminal Heart monthly online meditations, donations welcome

    https://rainelizabeth.myflodesk.com/liminal2026


    Stillwater Meditation: Private Online Group

    ⁠https://forms.gle/yHUMB86L3fR8gR446⁠


    ~~~~~


    Contact Rain!

    Website: ⁠rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Email: ⁠healing@rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Pinterest: ⁠@rainelizabeth⁠

    Substack: ⁠@rainelizabethstickney⁠

    LinkedIn: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠

    YouTube: ⁠@rainelizabethhealingarts⁠

    Insight Timer: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠


    ~~~~~


    Thank you to my crew!

    Sound Editing: Ferrara Pan

    Web Design:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠kojolapower.com⁠⁠⁠

    Transition Music: ⁠Bodhi Starwater⁠

    Intro & Outro Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Layne & James Russell

    Song:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠May Your Dreams Draw You Gently⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠My Oh My⁠


    And thank you to YOU!!! Your presence is truly a blessing! xoxox
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    16 min
  • 150. Breathwork ( Meditation Journey)

    150. Breathwork ( Meditation Journey)
    Jan 6 2026
    Meditation Techniques and Breathwork This guided meditation is part of Stillwater Meditation’s year long private group. Visit YouTube to listen to all the guided meditations from the past two years of sacred gatherings in this online sangha... plus more!Interested in enrolling for Stillwater 2026? Begin enrollment here: https://forms.gle/nwVTHWYU4crgM9YP9In this episode of 'Every Moment Is Sacred,' host Rain Elizabeth Stickney guides listeners through various meditation techniques focused on breathwork. She introduces different breathing methods such as nostril breathing, box breath, and bumblebee breath, among others, designed to help participants find relaxation and emotional balance. Additionally, Rain shares information about her meditation groups, online sessions, and upcoming in-person retreats. Listeners are encouraged to connect with their breath, let go of external distractions, and embrace the calming effects of focused breathing.00:00 Welcome to Every Moment Is Sacred00:40 Introducing Stillwater Meditation02:00 Various Ways to Meditate Together04:52 Guided Meditation Begins with a Bell05:05 Guided Meditation Techniques08:40 Breath Awareness and Relaxation15:57 Closing Reflections~~~~~FREE in person meditation at the Charlotte Library, Vermont⁠https://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater-meditation/#charlotte-library⁠Liminal Heart monthly online meditations, donations welcomehttps://rainelizabeth.myflodesk.com/liminal2026Stillwater Meditation: Private Online Group⁠https://forms.gle/yHUMB86L3fR8gR446⁠~~~~~Contact Rain!Website: ⁠rainelizabeth.org⁠Email: ⁠healing@rainelizabeth.org⁠Pinterest: ⁠@rainelizabeth⁠Substack: ⁠@rainelizabethstickney⁠LinkedIn: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠YouTube: ⁠@rainelizabethhealingarts⁠Insight Timer: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠~~~~~Thank you to my crew!Assistance: Greta HagiosSound Editing: Ferrara PanWeb Design:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠kojolapower.com⁠⁠⁠Transition Music: ⁠Bodhi Starwater⁠Intro & Outro Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Layne Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠ James Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Song:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠May Your Dreams Draw You Gently⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠My Oh My⁠And thank you to YOU!!! Your presence is truly a blessing! xoxox
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    17 min
  • 149. Meditative Transitions Into Presence (Meditation Journey)

    149. Meditative Transitions Into Presence (Meditation Journey)
    Jan 5 2026

    Meditation and Self-Care Practices


    Every Moment Is Sacred is a podcast interweaving meditation and healing into everyday life. In this episode, host Rain Elizabeth Stickney guides listeners through a meditation practice. She discusses the importance of presence, self-love, and self-care, while offering practical ways to integrate these into daily life. This episode encourages listeners to transition into and out of meditation mindfully, and to be present with their experiences, whether they are comfortable or challenging.


    00:00 Welcome to Every Moment Is Sacred

    00:40 Introducing Stillwater Meditation

    02:00 Various Ways to Meditate Together

    04:52 Guided Meditation Begins with a Bell

    05:06 Give Yourself a Hug to Begin Practice

    08:22 The Essence of Presence in Meditation

    13:19 Consciously Transitioning Out of Meditation

    14:19 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude


    ~~~~~


    FREE in person meditation at the Charlotte Library, Vermont

    ⁠https://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater-meditation/#charlotte-library⁠


    Liminal Heart monthly online meditations, donations welcome

    https://rainelizabeth.myflodesk.com/liminal2026


    Stillwater Meditation: Private Online Group

    ⁠https://forms.gle/yHUMB86L3fR8gR446⁠


    ~~~~~


    Contact Rain!

    Website: ⁠rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Email: ⁠healing@rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Pinterest: ⁠@rainelizabeth⁠

    Substack: ⁠@rainelizabethstickney⁠

    LinkedIn: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠

    YouTube: ⁠@rainelizabethhealingarts⁠

    Insight Timer: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠


    ~~~~~


    Thank you to my crew!

    Assistance: Greta Hagios

    Sound Editing: Ferrara Pan

    Web Design:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠kojolapower.com⁠⁠⁠

    Transition Music: ⁠Bodhi Starwater⁠

    Intro & Outro Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Layne Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠James Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Song:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠May Your Dreams Draw You Gently⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠My Oh My⁠


    And thank you to YOU!!! Your presence is truly a blessing! xoxox
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    15 min
  • 148. Release, Space, Freedom (Meditation Journey)

    148. Release, Space, Freedom (Meditation Journey)
    Jan 4 2026

    Releasing Pain Through Meditation


    This guided meditation is part of Stillwater 2025. Although it was not recorded in this particular group, I am offering it in replacement of a recording that is a bit difficult to edit. This meditation was recorded on October 22, 2017. It is along the same theme of the meditation that was given in the 28th week of our practice in Stillwater 2025. Visit YouTube to listen to all 41 meditations that comprise a year of sacred gatherings in this private, online group.


    Interested in enrolling for Stillwater 2026? Begin enrollment here: https://forms.gle/nwVTHWYU4crgM9YP9


    In this episode of 'Every Moment Is Sacred,' host Rain Elizabeth Stickney guides listeners through a healing meditation focused on releasing pain, noticing space, and embracing freedom. Rain emphasizes the transformative power of breath and the importance of letting go of control as essential elements of moving beyond pain, feeling more spaciousness, and embodying freedom of the true self.


    00:00 Welcome to Every Moment Is Sacred

    00:40 Introducing Stillwater Meditation

    02:00 Various Ways to Meditate Together

    04:52 Guided Meditation Begins with a Bell

    10:15 Releasing Control and Exploring Freedom

    16:08 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude


    ~~~~~


    FREE in person meditation at the Charlotte Library, Vermont

    ⁠https://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater-meditation/#charlotte-library⁠


    Liminal Heart monthly online meditations, donations welcome

    https://rainelizabeth.myflodesk.com/liminal2026


    Stillwater Meditation: Private Online Group

    ⁠https://forms.gle/yHUMB86L3fR8gR446⁠


    ~~~~~


    Contact Rain!

    Website: ⁠rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Email: ⁠healing@rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Pinterest: ⁠@rainelizabeth⁠

    Substack: ⁠@rainelizabethstickney⁠

    LinkedIn: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠

    YouTube: ⁠@rainelizabethhealingarts⁠

    Insight Timer: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠


    ~~~~~


    Thank you to my crew!

    Assistance: Greta Hagios

    Sound Editing: Ferrara Pan

    Web Design:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠kojolapower.com⁠⁠⁠

    Transition Music: ⁠Bodhi Starwater⁠

    Intro & Outro Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Layne Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠James Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Song:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠May Your Dreams Draw You Gently⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠My Oh My⁠


    And thank you to YOU!!! Your presence is truly a blessing! xoxox
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    16 min
  • 147. Allowing Not Knowing (Meditation Journey)

    147. Allowing Not Knowing (Meditation Journey)
    Jan 3 2026

    This guided meditation is from Stillwater 2025, recorded on Thursday, August 7th. It is #24 of 41 meditations given throughout the year in this private, online group. Enroll here!


    https://forms.gle/nwVTHWYU4crgM9YP9


    In this episode of Every Moment Is Sacred, hosted by Rain Elizabeth Stickney, listeners are guided through a soothing meditation experience centered around embracing the unknown and letting go of the need to have answers. The meditation encourages listeners to breathe deeply, let go into trust, and expand awareness. The episode emphasizes the importance of presence and self-love throughout the practice.


    00:00 Welcome to Every Moment Is Sacred

    00:40 Introducing Stillwater Meditation

    02:00 Various Ways to Meditate Together

    04:52 Guided Meditation Begins with Music

    11:26 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude


    ~~~~~


    FREE in person meditation at the Charlotte Library, Vermont

    ⁠https://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater-meditation/#charlotte-library⁠


    Liminal Heart monthly online meditations, donations welcome

    https://rainelizabeth.myflodesk.com/liminal2026


    Stillwater Meditation: Private Online Group

    ⁠https://forms.gle/yHUMB86L3fR8gR446⁠


    ~~~~~


    Contact Rain!

    Website: ⁠rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Email: ⁠healing@rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Pinterest: ⁠@rainelizabeth⁠

    Substack: ⁠@rainelizabethstickney⁠

    LinkedIn: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠

    YouTube: ⁠@rainelizabethhealingarts⁠

    Insight Timer: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠


    ~~~~~


    Thank you to my crew!

    Assistance: Greta Hagios

    Sound Editing: Ferrara Pan

    Web Design:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠kojolapower.com⁠⁠⁠

    Transition Music: ⁠Bodhi Starwater⁠

    Intro & Outro Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Layne Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠James Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Song:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠May Your Dreams Draw You Gently⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠My Oh My⁠


    And thank you to YOU!!! Your presence is truly a blessing! xoxox
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    12 min
  • 146. Honoring Anxiety & Letting Go (Meditation Journey)

    146. Honoring Anxiety & Letting Go (Meditation Journey)
    Jan 2 2026

    Anxiety Melts Into Stillness


    This guided meditation is from Stillwater 2025, recorded on Thursday, July 31st. It is #23 of 41 meditations given throughout the year in this private, online group. Enroll here!


    https://forms.gle/nwVTHWYU4crgM9YP9


    In this episode of 'Every Moment Is Sacred,' host Rain Elizabeth Stickney guides listeners through a meditation focused on honoring anxiety and letting go. She incorporates techniques of effortless being, letting go into stillness, and inquiring into one’s personal definition of home. The guidance invites compassion and conscious breath.


    00:00 Welcome to Every Moment Is Sacred

    00:40 Introducing Stillwater Meditation

    02:00 Various Ways to Meditate Together

    04:52 Guided Meditation Begins with Music

    05:20 Conscious Breathing

    06:19 Breath Teaches Letting Go

    6:57 Honoring Anxiety

    8:49 Allowing for Stillness

    10:30 Inquiring Into Home

    11:47 Closing Thoughts & Gratitude


    ~~~~~


    FREE in person meditation at the Charlotte Library, Vermont

    ⁠https://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater-meditation/#charlotte-library⁠


    Liminal Heart monthly online meditations, donations welcome

    https://rainelizabeth.myflodesk.com/liminal2026


    Stillwater 2026: Private Online Group

    ⁠https://forms.gle/yHUMB86L3fR8gR446⁠


    ~~~~~


    Contact Rain!

    Website: ⁠rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Email: ⁠healing@rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Pinterest: ⁠@rainelizabeth⁠

    Substack: ⁠@rainelizabethstickney⁠

    LinkedIn: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠

    YouTube: ⁠@rainelizabethhealingarts⁠

    Insight Timer: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠


    ~~~~~


    Thank you to my crew!

    Assistance: Greta Hagios

    Sound Editing: Ferrara Pan

    Web Design:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠kojolapower.com⁠⁠⁠

    Transition Music: ⁠Bodhi Starwater⁠

    Intro & Outro Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Layne Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠James Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Song:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠May Your Dreams Draw You Gently⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠My Oh My⁠


    And thank you to YOU!!! Your presence is truly a blessing! xoxox
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    12 min
  • 145. Box Breath (Meditation Journey)

    145. Box Breath (Meditation Journey)
    Jan 1 2026

    Box Breathing and Self-Love


    This guided meditation is from Stillwater 2025, recorded on Thursday, July 17th. It is #21 of 41 meditations given throughout the year in this private, online group. Enroll here!


    https://forms.gle/nwVTHWYU4crgM9YP9


    Every Moment Is Sacred is a podcast interweaving healing and meditation into everyday life, hosted by Rain Elizabeth Stickney. This episode focuses on the practice of box breathing, a powerful technique used by Navy SEALs to quickly regulate and remain calm in dire circumstances. Box breathing is also appropriate for all of us, as we regulate our nervous systems throughout busy days or as a deepening practice within meditation. Rain guides listeners into balancing the breath, accepting oneself completely, and recognizing the value of one’s uniqueness.


    00:00 Welcome to Every Moment Is Sacred

    00:40 Today's Meditation Focus

    02:01 Join Our Meditation Community

    04:45 Guided Box Breathing Meditation

    11:54 Closing Reflections and Gratitude


    ~~~~~


    FREE in person meditation at the Charlotte Library, Vermont

    ⁠https://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater-meditation/#charlotte-library⁠


    Liminal Heart monthly online meditations, donations welcome

    https://rainelizabeth.myflodesk.com/liminal2026


    Stillwater Meditation: Private Online Group

    ⁠https://forms.gle/yHUMB86L3fR8gR446⁠


    ~~~~~


    Contact Rain!

    Website: ⁠rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Email: ⁠healing@rainelizabeth.org⁠

    Pinterest: ⁠@rainelizabeth⁠

    Substack: ⁠@rainelizabethstickney⁠

    LinkedIn: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠

    YouTube: ⁠@rainelizabethhealingarts⁠

    Insight Timer: ⁠Rain Elizabeth Stickney⁠


    ~~~~~


    Thank you to my crew!

    Assistance: Greta Hagios

    Sound Editing: Ferrara Pan

    Web Design:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠kojolapower.com⁠⁠⁠

    Transition Music: ⁠Bodhi Starwater⁠

    Intro & Outro Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Layne Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠James Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Song:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠May Your Dreams Draw You Gently⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠My Oh My⁠


    And thank you to YOU!!! Your presence is truly a blessing! xoxox
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    13 min
  • 144. Now (Meditation Journey)

    144. Now (Meditation Journey)
    Aug 20 2025
    Now: A Guided Meditation Grounded in the Present MomentIn this episode of 'Every Moment Is Sacred,' hosted by Rain Elizabeth Stickney, listeners are guided through a relaxing meditation focusing on releasing tension from the body and exploring the significance of presence. The guided meditation covers techniques like belly breathing, muscle relaxation, and feeling gravity's gentle pull, supporting listeners in bringing themselves into a state of equanimity and compassion. The episode concludes with a message of kindness towards oneself and the world, including feeling kindness received. Emphasis is placed on being in the present moment consciously.Rain shares her passion for teaching meditation and invites listeners to various meditation opportunities. 00:00 Welcome to Every Moment Is Sacred00:40 What Is Stillwater Meditation?01:52 Explore Stillwater Meditation’s Community03:32 Guided Meditation: Relaxing the Body Into Now10:01 Embracing Equanimity and Kindness12:23 Living in the Present Moment16:21 Conclusion and GratitudeFREE in person meditation at the Charlotte Library, Vermonthttps://rainelizabeth.org/stillwater-meditation/#charlotte-libraryLiminal Heart monthly online meditations, donations welcomehttps://rainelizabeth.myflodesk.com/liminalStillwater Meditation: Private Online Grouphttps://forms.gle/yHUMB86L3fR8gR446~~~~~Contact Rain!Website: rainelizabeth.orgEmail: healing@rainelizabeth.orgPinterest: @rainelizabethSubstack: @rainelizabethstickneyLinkedIn: Rain Elizabeth StickneyYouTube: @rainelizabethhealingartsInsight Timer: Rain Elizabeth Stickney~~~~~Thank you to my crew!Assistance: Greta HagiosSound Editing: Ferrara PanWeb Design:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠kojolapower.com⁠⁠Transition Music: Bodhi StarwaterIntro & Outro Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Layne Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠ ⁠⁠⁠James Russell⁠⁠⁠⁠Song:⁠ ⁠⁠May Your Dreams Draw You Gently⁠⁠⁠ from My Oh MyAnd thank you to YOU!!! Your presence is truly a blessing! xoxox
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    17 min
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