A Race Against Blindness: A Dad's Journey of Inspiration and Resilience Amidst a Rare Diagnosis
Release Date: 03/24/2024
Joe Dispenza–Inspired New Year Meditation: Intention, Visualization & Becoming
Motherhood Unstressed
In this Joe Dispenza–inspired guided meditation, you’ll slow your nervous system, release the energy of the past year, and intentionally step into the version of yourself you are becoming. This 10-minute practice blends intention setting, future-self visualization, heart-centered awareness, and elevated emotion to help you embody alignment rather than chase outcomes. Instead of forcing goals, you’ll practice becoming the person who naturally lives them. This meditation is designed for the new year but it can be returned to anytime you need a reset, clarity, or a reminder of who you’re...
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Healing Beyond Autism: Biomedical Breakthroughs, Spellers & Hope with Honey Rinicella
Motherhood Unstressed
In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with MedMaps Executive Director Honey Rinicella to discuss her family’s journey through autism, biomedical healing, and the breakthrough communication method featured in the documentary Spellers. Honey shares how addressing underlying medical issues transformed her twins’ health, why MedMaps is leading the way in root-cause pediatric medicine, and how her once non-speaking son is now attending college and advocating for others. This episode is a powerful reminder that there is always hope, and that healing can come from directions you never...
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Guided Meditation for Calm, Resilience, and Emotional Strength
Motherhood Unstressed
When life feels overwhelming, return to the stillness within. In this soothing guided meditation I invite you into the deep calm of the ocean, where the waves of emotion meet the wisdom of patience. Through gentle breathwork, a full-body relaxation scan, and powerful affirmations, this meditation helps you release anxiety, regulate your nervous system, and rediscover your inner strength. Inspired by the timeless lesson “Still waters run deep,” this practice reminds us that true power often lives in quiet hearts. Perfect for stress relief, burnout recovery, emotional healing, or winding...
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The Resonance of Peace: A Quantum Meditation for Healing
Motherhood Unstressed
In this special guided meditation, inspired by Itzhak Bentov’s groundbreaking book, Stalking the Wild Pendulum, you’ll be led through a journey of vibration, stillness, and expansion. Together, we’ll explore the rhythm of the universe and the quiet “still point” at the center of all motion, an opening into higher consciousness and connection with the Divine. This meditation is designed not only to bring you calm and clarity, but also to awaken your creative power. As you rest in universal resonance, you’ll be guided to extend peace, compassion, and healing vibrations outward,...
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From Motherhood Unstressed to Little Dreamers: My New Creative Project for Kids
Motherhood Unstressed
Introducing my brand-new podcast for children: Little Dreamers. As parents, we know that kids today face more stress and anxiety than ever before. Little Dreamers was born out of my desire to give children a safe, soothing space to relax, unwind, and learn valuable tools for handling big feelings. Each episode combines: 🌙 Gentle, original bedtime stories 💛 Mindfulness techniques like deep breathing 🌱 Moral lessons woven naturally into the narrative Whether your child struggles to fall asleep, feels anxious during the day, or simply loves a good story, Little Dreamers offers calm,...
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Exposing the Self-Help Matrix: The Hidden Reason You're Still Stuck with Daniel Packard
Motherhood Unstressed
Do you ever find yourself stuck in patterns of anxiety, procrastination, perfectionism, people pleasing, or low confidence? What if instead of constantly trying to manage those feelings, you could actually be free of them, quickly and permanently? This week on the podcast, I’m joined by Daniel Packard, a Mechanical Engineer turned emotional wellness innovator, and the CEO of Full Liberation Technology. Daniel and his team spent 8 years (and over a million dollars in R&D!) developing a breakthrough system that gets to the root of what’s really holding us back—boasting an...
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Float to Sleep: A Peaceful Guided Meditation for Kids
Motherhood Unstressed
In tonight’s calming bedtime meditation, your child is gently guided into a state of deep relaxation using peaceful breathing and soothing imagery. This visualization is designed to ease tension, quiet busy minds, and create a soft landing space for sleep to arrive naturally. With each slow breath and gentle cue, children are invited to float effortlessly through calming scenes that inspire a sense of safety, peace, and serenity. There’s no rush, just stillness, softness, and the comforting presence of your own imagination. Whether your child is feeling wired, worried, or just not ready to...
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Beyond the Bubble Bath: Science‑Backed Stress Relief for Moms That Actually Works
Motherhood Unstressed
Are you exhausted by superficial stress tips that don’t deliver? In this solo episode of Motherhood Unstressed, I'm sharing the latest evidence-based strategies for stress management, offering real-life tools grounded in recent scientific research. Learn how to ease overwhelm without sacrificial self-care rituals or hours of free time. In this episode, you’ll discover: • The cyclic sighing breathwork technique—shown by Stanford Medicine researchers to reduce anxiety faster and more effectively than meditation • How just 20 minutes in nature significantly lowers salivary...
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Exhale: Let Go of Stress in Just 10 Minutes
Motherhood Unstressed
Today’s episode is your gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and reset. In just 10 minutes, this guided meditation will help you release built-up tension, return to your body, and reconnect with your inner calm. Whether you’re navigating a busy workday, recovering from a tough moment, or simply needing to catch your breath—this space is for you. No pressure, no expectations—just an opportunity to feel a little more grounded, a little more clear, and a lot more you. What you’ll experience in this meditation: calming breathwork to regulate the nervous system, simple body scanning for...
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Subliminal Guided Meditation for Health, Wealth, Love, and Peace
Motherhood Unstressed
Experience the power of subliminal meditation—a transformative practice that subtly rewires your subconscious mind using positive affirmations hidden beneath soothing music and nature sounds. Unlike traditional meditations, subliminal audio works below your conscious awareness, gently shifting your thoughts and beliefs over time. In this episode, immerse yourself in a deeply calming soundscape infused with affirmations designed to promote relaxation, confidence, and focus. Whether you’re looking to relieve stress, boost self-belief, or simply unwind, this subliminal meditation is your...
info_outlineStephen Johnston is a father, radiologist, nonprofit founder, and Ironman athlete, who faced his son Luke's life-altering diagnosis with resilience and determination.
At just seven years old, Luke was diagnosed with a rare disease: retinitis pigmentosa and Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (BBS). With no medical intervention available for BBS-related retinitis pigmentosa, Luke faced the prospect of slowly losing his vision, eventually leading to blindness in his teenage years.
Undeterred by the daunting prognosis, Stephen embarked on a mission to save his son's sight. Connecting with a UK-based researcher on the cusp of human clinical trials for a potential treatment, Stephen founded A Race Against Blindness to raise $1 million for sight-saving research.
Through his relentless efforts, Stephen has raised over six figures, garnering attention from major media outlets like GoodMorningAmerica.com and various TV news stations. His story is not just about fundraising; it's about finding purpose in adversity and redefining resilience as a parent.
In this episode, Stephen shares invaluable insights on parenting through tough situations, setting a strong example for your children, and navigating co-parenting post-divorce, especially when faced with unexpected challenges like a serious medical condition.
In this episode we discuss:
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Finding Your Purpose Amidst Adversity and Channeling Change: Stephen discusses discovering his passion amidst his son's diagnosis and the complex emotions that accompany finding purpose in difficult situations.
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Making a Safe Space for Your Children Through Effective Co-Parenting Post-Divorce: Stephen offers practical tips on co-parenting through adversity, drawing from his experience of re-evaluating priorities and fostering family unity post-diagnosis.
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Setting a Strong Example: Modeling a Balance of Strength and Vulnerability for Your Children: Stephen shares how he redefined resilience and vulnerability to become a better parent, inspiring listeners to shift their mindset and embrace challenges.
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Parenting a Child Through Tough News: Stephen reflects on communicating difficult diagnoses to children, offering coping strategies and parenting tools to support children through challenging times.
Tune in to gain valuable insights from Stephen's journey and learn how to navigate parenthood with resilience and grace.
Connect with Stephen
Web: https://araceagainstblindness.org
Instagram: dad.vs.blindness and a.race.against.blindness
Youtube: A.Race.Against.Blindness
Connect with Liz
Instagram @motherhoodunstressed
Youtube Motherhood Unstressed
https://www.motherhoodunstressed.com