If your mind races every time you meditate, it doesn't mean you're bad at meditation—or that your practice isn't working. In this video, I'll explain what all that thinking actually means, why it's a normal part of meditation, and what to do when your mind inevitably wanders.

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WHAT IT MEANS (& WHAT TO DO) WHEN YOU THINK IN MEDITATION

00:00 Why Your Mind Won't Stop Thinking During Meditation

02:29 Thinking Doesn't Mean You're Failing

03:45 Why Your Mind Gets Louder When You Meditate

05:12 The River Analogy: Stop Fighting Your Thoughts

6:54 How To Find Peace In Meditation

07:37 What Thinking During Meditation Actually Means

09:00 What a Successful Meditation Looks Like

10:03 Thought-Filled vs. Deep Meditation

11:27 The "Cleaning Your House" Analogy

13:11 Why Experienced Meditators Still Have Busy Minds

15:24 How Thinking In Meditation is Helping You

18:13 Meditation Is Strength Training for Your Mind

18:56 What to Do When Your Mind Wanders In Your Next Meditation

What if meditation isn't supposed to make you feel better? In this podcast episode, I break down one of the biggest misconceptions about meditation, and show you how to work with racing thoughts, difficult emotions, stress, and discomfort (instead of trying to get rid of them).

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You'll learn why meditation feels so hard to achieve when you first begin, why experienced meditators might still struggle with silent meditations, and a four-step practice — Notice, Get Curious, Allow, Observe — for overcoming any obstacle you face in your practice (and finally processing what comes up).

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POP-UP EPISODE!! Have you ever failed at something only to discover that failure was exactly what you needed to succeed beyond what you thought possible?

After missing my qualifying time in my 50-mile race in April, I could have given up. Instead, I floated through summer while focusing on one specific weakness—running uphill—and found myself toeing the line at my first 100k ultramarathon.

What happened over those 62 miles and 10 loops taught me lessons that go far beyond running, lessons about pain, presence, and the power of staying exactly where you are even when everything hurts.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• The mindset shift that transforms pain from a permanent state to a temporary teacher
• Why "staying here" in the present moment is the secret to pushing through the hardest parts of any challenge
• How my "failure" at 50 miles became the exact preparation I needed for this success
• The practice of being in the flow—neither rigid nor chaotic—that carried me through 62 miles
• What happened when I asked my mom for the time and realized I was achieving something I never thought possible

This isn't just a race recap—it's a story about how our biggest setbacks prepare us for our wildest successes, and how presence, not perfection, is what carries us across every finish line in life. Whether you're a runner, a yoga teacher, or anyone pursuing a meaningful goal, these lessons will change how you approach challenge, pain, and possibility.

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• My 50-mile "failure" story: Click here or jump to episode #240
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After 250 episodes, I have decided to take a break. Please keep enjoying these episodes and sharing them with those who need them!

Stay connected with me:

• Enjoy new content on Youtube - sharing Yoga drills, techniques, and helpful movements to support your body on and off the mat. Subscribe to my channel here
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From the bottom of my heart, thank you my friend!

Bye for now :)

Do you have big dreams for your wellness business, but find yourself hesitating before you take action? Thinking things like: What if this program doesn't fill? What if I try something new and it feels awkward? What if I put myself out there and it doesn't go as planned?

These "what if" scenarios keep you researching, planning, and perfecting instead of actually moving forward.

You're not lazy or uncommitted – you're just caught in the perfection mindset that says everything has to go right the first time, or it means you're not cut out for this. But what if there was a completely different way to think about challenges and mistakes?

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The two mindsets that determine whether challenges become roadblocks or rocket fuel for your growth
• How the problem-solving mindset transforms every obstacle into an opportunity to level up
• The exact process to shift from "Why is this happening to me?" to "How is this happening FOR me?"
• Four powerful questions that instantly activate your problem-solving brain
• Why your future self already has the answers you need (and how to access them)
• How to recognize when you're stuck in perfectionist paralysis and what to do about it

Stop letting imperfect outcomes convince you that you're not cut out for bigger things. Your challenges aren't evidence that you should quit – they're invitations to grow stronger, smarter, and discover your innate capability. When you learn to see every problem as solvable and every setback as setup for your comeback, you'll stop avoiding opportunities and start embracing them. Your breakthrough is waiting on the other side of that problem you're trying to avoid. Let's figure this out together! Hit play, and let's get started!

Mentioned in the episode:

• Apply for a 1:1 Mentorship with Rebecca today

Picture this: You're standing in front of 40 business owners, your hands are shaking, your voice is trembling, and you're watching everyone's confused faces as you completely bomb your presentation. That was me 11 years ago – and it was the best thing that ever happened to my career. If you've ever put yourself out there in a bigger way and it didn't go as well as you'd hoped, this episode is for you.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The exact moment my worst presentation became the catalyst for my entire speaking career
• Why your brain perceives uncomfortable situations as life-or-death (and how to override this response)
• The 5-step process to transform imperfect moments into massive growth opportunities
• How to shift from emotional avoidance to emotional processing when things go wrong
• Why putting yourself out there imperfectly serves you better than waiting for perfection
• The simple reframe that turns "this happened to me" into "this happened for me"
• How to chase discomfort instead of avoiding it (and why this accelerates your growth)
• Real strategies for having your own back when your inner critic goes into overdrive

Stop letting fear of imperfection keep you small. Your most cringe-worthy moments aren't signs to quit – they're invitations to level up. When you learn to see every "failure" as data and every uncomfortable feeling as your next area of growth, you'll stop avoiding opportunities and start embracing them. Your breakthrough is waiting on the other side of that thing you're afraid to do imperfectly.

Mentioned in the episode:

• Join The ALIGN Method Course here

What if your goals feel overwhelming not because they're too big, but because you're setting them for all the wrong reasons? Many of us approach goal-setting like a test to prove our worth. No wonder it triggers anxiety, self-doubt, heaviness, and fear of failure. There's a different way that actually energizes you – and it starts with flipping why you're setting goals in the first place.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why setting goals to prove your worth keeps you stuck in fear-based action
• How to affirm your worth BEFORE you set goals so you pursue them from wholeness, not desperation
• The difference between "proof-seeking" and "growth-seeking" goals and why it changes everything
• Why you actually achieve goals faster when you're not trying to validate yourself through them
• The simple reframe that stops goal-setting from triggering your imposter syndrome

Stop torturing yourself with goals that feel like burdens. When you set goals from a place of already knowing your worth, pursuing them becomes an act of self-love rather than self-improvement. You'll move faster, feel better, and actually enjoy the journey – which is exactly how goal-setting should feel.

Mentioned in the episode:

• Get on the waitlist for The A.L.I.G.N. Method here