EPISODE · Jun 29, 2025 · 17 MIN
How I'm being a good mum
from Functional Spirituality · host Ava Irani
Today’s topic is applicable to everybody, not just mothers or parents. We often find ourselves complaining about life and unconsciously hoping that complaining will help us get our needs met. In reality, complaining signals our bodies and the people around us stress and resistance. This is not sustainable for ourselves and our relationships. Listen in to hear Ava share insights from her life and how reframing things positively has supported her recently. The intention of this episode is to inspire you to cultivate optimism in a healthy way. We recommend you to listen back to this podcast in a month or two to track and observe your progress. Chapter markers: 00:00 Introduction to the topic and update from Ava 02:20 How the silent retreats have supported Ava during an important transition in her life 4:09 What is positively benefiting Ava and her relationships? 5:52 How does complaining affect our body and relationships? 8:45 An example where we can reframe our reality in a positive way and still being truthful to ourselves 14:00 Complaining as a strategy to try to get your needs met 15:48 Ava’s super power 17:00 Thank you for listening, if you have any topic ideas for this podcast please let us know by sending us an email: [email protected] Increasing accessibility to functional healing + non-dual spiritual oneness: www.functionalspirituality.com Free resources: Newsletter sign-up: A monthly update for me on new offers and the energy of the month. Community meditation: Join the Functional Spirituality Group and enjoy a free resource for meditators and yogis to connect to and enjoy a like-minded community. Free training - 3 part method of Functional Spirituality: Learn the clear, practical framework for deep healing, emotional regulation, and spiritual integration.
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Today’s topic is applicable to everybody, not just mothers or parents. We often find ourselves complaining about life and unconsciously hoping that complaining will help us get our needs met. In reality, complaining signals our bodies and the people around us stress and resistance. This is not sustainable for ourselves and our relationships. Listen in to hear Ava share insights from her life and how reframing things positively has supported her recently. The intention of this episode is to inspire you to cultivate optimism in a healthy way. We recommend you to listen back to this podcast in a month or two to track and observe your progress. Chapter markers: 00:00 Introduction to the topic and update from Ava 02:20 How the silent retreats have supported Ava during an important transition in her life 4:09 What is positively benefiting Ava and her relationships? 5:52 How does complaining affect our body and relationships? 8:45 An example where we can reframe our reality in a positive way and still being truthful to ourselves 14:00 Complaining as a strategy to try to get your needs met 15:48 Ava’s super power 17:00 Thank you for listening, if you have any topic ideas for this podcast please let us know by sending us an email: [email protected] Increasing accessibility to functional healing + non-dual spiritual oneness: www.functionalspirituality.com Free resources: Newsletter sign-up: A monthly update for me on new offers and the energy of the month. Community meditation: Join the Functional Spirituality Group and enjoy a free resource for meditators and yogis to connect to and enjoy a like-minded community. Free training - 3 part method of Functional Spirituality: Learn the clear, practical framework for deep healing, emotional regulation, and spiritual integration.
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