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EPISODE · Sep 7, 2025 · 8 MIN

Holding Space for Yourself When Life Feels Hard

from A Mindful Invitation · host Thi Doan Art

When life feels heavy—whether from grief, change, or just the sheer weight of everything—it can be hard to know how to take care of ourselves in the moment.In this episode of A Mindful Invitation, I’m sharing a gentle practice using the mindfulness tool R.A.I.N.—Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture. This simple framework offers a way to pause, breathe, and hold space for the emotions that arise, instead of being carried away by them.Together, we’ll practice softening into what’s here with compassion, curiosity, and care. This is your invitation to slow down, breathe, and remember—you are not alone, and you are doing the best you can.✨You can download a free PDF of the R.A.I.N practice for yourself hereEnjoy the The Flow of Color: A Month of Re-Centering series watercolor meditation videos:​“Re-Center with the Color of Serenity”​“When You Need to Release Control, Try This: Non-Striving with Green”​“Color Your Day With Curiosity & Joy”​“Grateful for Now: Finding Ease in Life’s Changes”💛 Discover more at www.ThiDoanArt.com 🌱 Looking for fresh, healthy meals designed by a nutritionist? Try Thistle and get 60% off with promo code THI83J0 [Thistle - Chef crafted, nutritionist approved⁠]

When life feels heavy—whether from grief, change, or just the sheer weight of everything—it can be hard to know how to take care of ourselves in the moment.In this episode of A Mindful Invitation, I’m sharing a gentle practice using the mindfulness tool R.A.I.N.—Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture. This simple framework offers a way to pause, breathe, and hold space for the emotions that arise, instead of being carried away by them.Together, we’ll practice softening into what’s here with compassion, curiosity, and care. This is your invitation to slow down, breathe, and remember—you are not alone, and you are doing the best you can.✨You can download a free PDF of the R.A.I.N practice for yourself hereEnjoy the The Flow of Color: A Month of Re-Centering series watercolor meditation videos:​“Re-Center with the Color of Serenity”​“When You Need to Release Control, Try This: Non-Striving with Green”​“Color Your Day With Curiosity & Joy”​“Grateful for Now: Finding Ease in Life’s Changes”💛 Discover more at www.ThiDoanArt.com 🌱 Looking for fresh, healthy meals designed by a nutritionist? Try Thistle and get 60% off with promo code THI83J0 [Thistle - Chef crafted, nutritionist approved⁠]

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