Welcome to Self-Care Daily, a spin off of From the Heart with Rachel Brathen. In this series, Rachel, New York Times Bestselling author, podcast host, and serial entrepreneur, is offering nuggets of wisdom, guidance and clarity every day of the week. From Monday to Friday, each episode offers self-care tips, guided meditations, heartfelt advice and a moment to ground into your body, lead with purpose, set intentions and take action in your day-to-day life. On the path toward self-love, each day counts and five minutes can make all the difference.
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Oct 2, 2026 · 4:04
Today’s self-care practice will have you spending your day with your heart a little more open, slowing yourself down, being present, and receiving all the beautiful moments that…
Oct 1, 2026 · 5:16
There’s no better feeling than stepping out into the world feeling like yourself. What makes you feel like you? In today’s episode, we are going to turn adornment into real,…
Sep 30, 2026 · 3:33
Nature holds beauty in so many different ways. Can you notice them? In today’s episode, you are going to spend some time outside. Go for a walk, or sit in your backyard. Rachel…
Sep 29, 2026 · 6:14
Our kitchen table is an important part of our home. It’s where we gather! It’s where we spend important moments. But often, the kitchen table is a messy and unorganized spot. In…
Sep 28, 2026 · 3:53
We are entering Libra season, and with it, the most vibrant and aesthetically pleasing part of fall. It is so beautiful to walk outside. Does that outer world align with your…
Sep 25, 2026 · 3:43
We have been considering everything that we manifested in our life recently this week. For today’s practice, you are going to consider where you are headed next. When you look…
Sep 24, 2026 · 5:06
We aren’t just manifesting things in our lives when we make a plan and follow through. We are manifesting the type of life we are going to live without even thinking about it.…
Sep 23, 2026 · 4:56
No matter which way it meets you, the ending of anything can be hard. In today’s episode, you are going to take a moment to contemplate something that feels complete in your…
Sep 22, 2026 · 4:23
We all know that good things take time. In today’s episode, Rachel will guide you through a journaling practice that will allow you to reflect on something good that you…
Sep 21, 2026 · 4:24
It is harvest season! And that can be true not just for our fall gardens but also when it comes to the more personal things in life. Did you plant some seeds long ago that you…
Sep 18, 2026 · 7:17
It’s time to put your inner perfectionist aside for a little bit. Today’s practice offers you the chance to flex your intuition muscle instead - something many of us don’t do…
Sep 17, 2026 · 4:56
Certain sides of you come out in certain moments - and not all of those sides may be beneficial. In today’s episode, you are going to explore where you are being too nitpicky and…
Sep 16, 2026 · 8:16
What kind of feeling does your inner perfectionist elicit within your body? Today’s episode will give you a few minutes to spend with yourself and feel where you may be gripping…
Sep 15, 2026 · 4:53
Today, as you discover more about your inner perfectionist, you are going to focus on one specific area of your life. Where are you clinging too tightly to control? Where is your…
Sep 14, 2026 · 3:45
Since we are deep into Virgo season now, we are going to spend some time considering our inner perfectionist and inner critic this week. The virgo archetype is one that helps you…
Sep 11, 2026 · 6:25
Today is the day! We are going to find our intention and affirmation for the fall. Rachel shares her own intentions, as well as exactly how to come to that one clear sentence…
Sep 10, 2026 · 5:38
Today’s practice will help you feel more purposeful this fall. What is a goal or a milestone you want to reach for this season? What do you want to make happen? Why do you want…
Sep 9, 2026 · 4:52
What is a beautiful daily rhythm for yourself this fall season? If you were to think about a normal, realistic, mundane fall day, what sounds like a perfect one? What is your…
Sep 8, 2026 · 4:40
As we set our intentions for fall, a good place to start is to recognize the things you want to avoid in your life. It will help you find clarity and bring you toward the…
Sep 7, 2026 · 3:19
This week we are fully settling into that fall energy. And with that, we will be setting our intentions for this time of year. Do you have some clarity on what you want out of…
Sep 4, 2026 · 5:35
Do you have a summertime bucket list? If you do, did you cross off the most important things this summer? If not, can you make one now and see what you accomplished? Today’s…
Sep 3, 2026 · 3:08
Soon the days are going to start getting darker and colder. While we still have nice weather, let’s take advantage of it! For today’s practice, you are going to move your body…
Sep 2, 2026 · 3:51
Do you have a favorite summertime meal? Today’s episode will fuse together two practices. You will enjoy a meal that reminds you of the abundance of summer while reflecting on…
Sep 1, 2026 · 4:40
Summer, above everything else, is a feeling. Usually, the things we like to do the most during the summer evoke that special feeling within us. For today’s practice, you are…
Aug 31, 2026 · 3:07
When we settle back into that school routine, it feels like summer is done. But we could still have many nice warm days that we should take advantage of. This week on Self-Care…
Aug 28, 2026 · 4:21
As a fun way to organize our lives, in today’s episode we are going to consider our intentions for the fall season. When you picture this coming season, what do you want to have…
Aug 27, 2026 · 3:42
Accomplishing the biggest mess in your house will make you feel the best when it’s done. And that is exactly what we are doing in today’s episode. Rachel will share an example…
Aug 26, 2026 · 5:44
What feeling does your phone spark within your body? What is your relationship with screens? In today’s episode, Rachel will walk you through how to organize the devices in your…
Aug 25, 2026 · 6:37
The first step to feeling organized in life is to take control of your calendar. In today’s episode, you are going to go through it. Do you have your family’s schedule organized?…
Aug 24, 2026 · 3:22
Happy Virgo season! This week many of our kids are back to school. It’s a time of the year to return to routine and organization. On the show, we are going to reflect on where we…
Aug 21, 2026 · 2:55
The senior population is so easy to shower with love. And as we know, the older we get, the more support we need. In today’s episode, Rachel will inspire you to keep your eyes…
Aug 20, 2026 · 2:51
Is there an elder in your life that you need to honor and show some appreciation to? In today’s episode, Rachel will share some ideas on how you can connect deeper with that…
Aug 19, 2026 · 6:29
Your life has been made possible by the many people who have come before. In today’s episode, Rachel will guide you through a visualization practice. You will imagine all your…
Aug 18, 2026 · 5:38
The elders in our lives usually have more time - and less time for things that don’t matter. They bring a wisdom and patience and certain quality to relationships that others…
Aug 17, 2026 · 3:49
Our society has an obsession with anti aging - and it’s a good reflection of how we treat and honor the elders in our lives. Growing old is a blessing, so why do we fight against…
Aug 14, 2026 · 4:31
For today’s self-care practice, we are going to go outside and forage a little bit. It is such a blessing to be able to pick something that nature grew all on it’s own -…
Aug 13, 2026 · 4:01
If you think this is frivolous or a waste of time, here is your reminder: you can do things just because you find them beautiful. For today’s practice, you are going to collect…
Aug 12, 2026 · 4:56
We are so inundated with information all the time now that we’ve lost our capacity for boredom. Whenever there is a lull in the day, the instinct has become to fill that space.…
Aug 11, 2026 · 4:20
Nothing compares to a sun-ripened tomato picked from your own backyard. Wherever you live, it is likely that there is an abundance of seasonal and local produce available to you.…
Aug 10, 2026 · 2:26
Before we know it, summer will be gone. This week on Self-Care Daily, we are going to immerse ourselves in nature and soak up all the beauty and warmth it has to offer us right…
Aug 7, 2026 · 4:09
Keeping our inner fire and creativity stoked is a form of self-care that we should never neglect. Today’s episode offers you a practice that will help you forget your to-do list…
Aug 6, 2026 · 6:11
If you are feeling stuck creatively, there are so many things you can do to source inspiration and solve this problem. In today’s episode, Rachel shares various things she does…
Aug 5, 2026 · 3:16
Do you have a dream or desire when it comes to a creative endeavor, but for some reason, you are lacking inspiration and motivation? In today’s episode, you will reflect on where…
Aug 4, 2026 · 4:55
We are constantly in creation as human beings. We fix things, we make things, and we think outside of the box. But oftentimes, we don’t recognize that we are actually being…
Aug 3, 2026 · 4:03
We are deep into Leo season at the moment, and it is calling us to tap into our creative side. What art form are you feeling most inspired to dive into right now? This week on…
Jul 31, 2026 · 4:55
Today’s episode begins with a short check-in, a space for you to arrive to yourself and then feel. What are you feeling on the inside today? And more importantly, what can you do…
Jul 30, 2026 · 7:47
Your heart is the container for the entire spectrum of emotions that we feel as humans. What is your heart feeling right now? In today’s episode, you are going to take some time…
Jul 29, 2026 · 7:08
Why is it that when we think or speak about our bodies, it is usually something negative? Our bodies have done so much for us - and every experience that we have ever had has…
Jul 28, 2026 · 4:38
When time starts to move really fast, that usually means we are not fully present. We are living on autopilot. Today’s check in offers you a chance to slow down time. You will…
Jul 27, 2026 · 3:01
July is definitely a month where we blink and it’s over. If you feel like time is moving at the speed of light, this week on Self-Care Daily offers you an entire week to check in…
Jul 24, 2026 · 3:08
Leo season is the perfect time of year to show up and let yourself be seen. For today’s self-care practice, you are going to share a bit of yourself by sharing a piece of your…
Jul 23, 2026 · 5:32
We are all born with precious gifts that we are meant to offer the world. But maybe, for whatever reason, you have hidden your gifts along the way. What is a gift that you…
Jul 22, 2026 · 3:04
Insecurities are challenging to deal with. But here is an interesting thing about them: they are always changing. Can you think of an insecurity that you’ve had in the past that…
Jul 21, 2026 · 3:20
We all have so many gifts, traits and abilities that are unique to who we are. There is something that only you can contribute to the world. But maybe you’ve been playing small…
Jul 20, 2026 · 3:02
This week we are saying goodbye to the watery sign of Cancer and stepping into fiery Leo. This is an important transition! It’s time to take up space. Have you been keeping…
Jul 17, 2026 · 6:49
What is one of your favorite summer activities? For today’s self-care practice, you are going to enjoy that experience with so much more time, space, and presence than you…
Jul 15, 2026 · 6:15
Do you have a morning and evening ritual that you return to each day? This is a great way to bring more mindfulness and presence into your life. In today’s episode, Rachel will…
Jul 15, 2026 · 5:29
There is one thing that, above all, absorbs your attention and stops you from being present for life’s special moments. Can you guess what it is? In today’s episode, you are…
Jul 14, 2026 · 6:18
There are certain special moments in your life that only summer can bring. What are those moments for you? Do you have family traditions each year? Is there a moment in your day…
Jul 13, 2026 · 4:32
We are already halfway through the summer season. Time moves at the speed of light! Or - is it just us moving too fast? This week on Self-Care Daily, Rachel is going to share…
Jul 10, 2026 · 6:56
There is a feeling of ease that comes from acknowledging that you don’t have all the answers, that you can’t be in control all the time, and that you exist in a world that is…
Jul 9, 2026 · 5:35
In a fast-paced world, true rest can be really hard to find. Sometimes, we may think we’re resting when we actually aren’t. A great example is scrolling on your phone while…
Jul 8, 2026 · 6:16
There is a difference between the kind of tired you get from sitting on your computer all day working versus the kind of tired you get after rigorously moving your body. Today’s…
Jul 7, 2026 · 7:33
Our minds are the busiest part of us. Even when our bodies are still, our minds can be moving a hundred miles a minute. The exhaustion that comes from that goes deeper than…
Jul 6, 2026 · 4:39
What does rest look like for you? Are you resting in a way that nourishes you on a soul level? This week on Self-Care Daily, we are going to take some time to figure out how we…
Jul 3, 2026 · 4:38
When it comes to moving our bodies, there are so many things we can do that set us up for success. In today’s episode, Rachel shares her best tips that help her stay consistent.…
Jul 2, 2026 · 4:40
Sometimes the really hard thing is the most important thing to do. In today’s episode, you will reflect on the form of movement that is really hard for you to do right now, for…
Jul 1, 2026 · 4:22
There are so many fun ways to move our bodies in the summertime. The world is your oyster! In today’s episode, you will reflect on the form of movement that brings you the most…
Jun 30, 2026 · 4:57
Planning for movement in your day is so important, otherwise it often becomes our last priority. In today’s episode, you are going to figure out what an easy daily rhythm of…
Jun 29, 2026 · 4:33
It’s time for the summer break! Our regular rhythm of life is changing a lot right now. How is your body feeling during it? Are you taking care of yourself? Are you moving your…
Jun 26, 2026 · 4:04
Today’s self-care practice brings you a sensitive question that you can answer in a way that resonates with you. What is something that you needed from your mother as a child…
Jun 25, 2026 · 6:01
There are so many things we can do to take care of ourselves. But sometimes, and with some things, we just need some support from others. In today’s episode, Rachel will guide…
Jun 24, 2026 · 6:25
From a physical standpoint, what do you need to feel at peace in your body in this moment? In today’s practice, Rachel will guide you through a mediation to create more space in…
Jun 23, 2026 · 3:20
How are you tending to your own needs right now? Is your level of self-care meeting the level that your body is asking of you? In today’s episode, Rachel will guide you through a…
Jun 22, 2026 · 4:11
We have entered nurturing and feeling cancer season. This week on Self-Care Daily, we are going to hone this energy to truly mother ourselves in the most loving way we can. What…
Jun 19, 2026 · 3:49
This weekend is filled with the most light of the year, so it’s the perfect opportunity to spend it on activities that make you feel great. What lights you up? And can you go do…
Jun 18, 2026 · 4:48
What is that thing that steals your joy, or tarnishes your zest for life, or clouds that inner childlike state of wonder that we all have? We all have something that dims our…
Jun 17, 2026 · 4:12
When our inner light is shining it can be seen and felt by those around us. And not surprisingly, the one shining the brightest tends to be the one who is connected to their own…
Jun 16, 2026 · 4:09
The sun is shining with its mightiest force right now. Where is that light landing in your life? What realizations are you having? What is calling for your attention? In today’s…
Jun 15, 2026 · 4:22
This week, of course, brings us the summer solstice (and Midsummer if you live in Sweden!). This time of year is all about light. There are longer days, shorter nights, nature is…
Jun 12, 2026 · 4:52
Summer is so close we can practically taste it. For today’s self-care practice, you are going to do a chore that you’ve been putting off that will help you enjoy the coming…
Jun 11, 2026 · 4:09
Summer moves really quickly. Let’s not have it pass by as something hectic that came and went. In today’s episode, you will reflect on the rhythm of your daily life and how you…
Jun 10, 2026 · 3:47
In today’s episode we are going to take a moment to check in with our bodies and ask ourselves a very important question. What feeling do you want to embody this summer? What…
Jun 9, 2026 · 5:39
As life picks back up in the spring, our to-do lists somehow get so much longer. Do you have an issue or a chore or a problem that is currently looming in your life that you just…
Jun 8, 2026 · 4:28
The best thing to do during the summer season is to simply enjoy it. But that can be hard if you have a list of chores, a to-do list a mile long, or a big project you need to get…
Jun 5, 2026 · 3:51
Today’s self-care practice will energize you, and then allow you to integrate that energy created in a restful moment. Rachel will share some practices that bring vitality and…
Jun 4, 2026 · 5:20
Working really hard can make us tired, but it’s not the same thing as feeling drained. We feel drained when we engage in something that’s not fulfilling, that provides no purpose…
Jun 3, 2026 · 5:42
How do you know when it’s time to fill your cup? What does that sensation feel like in your body? Can you catch yourself before you overdo it? Do you listen to what your body is…
Jun 2, 2026 · 4:26
When you are feeling drained, what fills you back up again? What do you do when you need a real energy boost? What fills your soul? In today’s episode, you will answer this…
Jun 1, 2026 · 4:12
Gemini season tends to be a really social time of year. There are so many celebrations and graduations. The weather is nicer and we are outside more with our loved ones. But…
May 29, 2026 · 4:08
For today’s self-care practice, we are going to take the gratitude we feel inside and turn it into a physical experience that can be noticed and seen by its intended recipients.…
May 28, 2026 · 3:09
Yesterday we focused on how gratitude makes us feel on the inside. In today’s episode, Rachel will guide you through an open-ended journaling practice that will do the opposite.…
May 27, 2026 · 6:50
How does gratitude show up in your body? What fleeting feelings pass through you and where? Can you really linger in this embodiment of thankfulness? In today’s episode, Rachel…
May 26, 2026 · 3:43
You can probably feel it; our energy shifts as soon as we turn our attention toward gratitude. Things feel easier, our blessings become obvious, and we can sense the flow in our…
May 25, 2026 · 2:23
Gratitude is an anchor in our lives. It’s a place we can return when we feel lost in the mundane and stuck in the trials of life. This week on Self-Care Daily, we are going to…
May 22, 2026 · 5:55
We’ve been working up to this all week: today we are going to get messy on purpose. Rachel shares some great ways you can get your hands dirty, from cooking with your kids to…
May 21, 2026 · 4:32
Is there an issue in your life that you are fighting so hard to control? Are you constantly trying to sort out the mess but it seems like it’s not doing anything? In today’s…
May 20, 2026 · 7:11
Are you judgemental toward your body? Almost all of us are. This is an area where we tend to get overly controlling and nitpick. In today’s episode, you are going to hold space…
May 19, 2026 · 5:21
Today’s episode offers you a journaling practice with a very important question: in what area of your life are you trying to be perfect? Where are you fighting for control? It…
May 18, 2026 · 4:02
The majority of us try to avoid messes in our lives - whether that’s physical mess, conflicts with others, or our own inner turmoil. This week on Self-Care Daily, we are going to…
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