Living the Foundation of Self—Meditate on This

Living the Foundation of Self—Meditate on This

March 3, 2026 · 19 min · Season 3 · Episode 3

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In this episode, Rachel Astarte redefines meditation as a personal check-in with Source, moving beyond traditional rules and expectations.

Send Rachel a text message. Meditation practice isn’t about trying to throw ourselves away and become something better. It’s about befriending who we are already. — Pema Chödrön In this episode of Self Talk, we redefine what meditation can be—beyond rules, shame, and “shoulds.” We'll explore why so many of us resist meditating, debunk the myth that meditation is about “reaching enlightenment,” and reframe practice as a personal check‑in with Source. You’ll learn simple, accessible ways ...

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