Breathe Easy

by Kristen Naclerio

Self-Improvement

Season 3

31 & Overflowing with Gratitude

This week’s episode is a birthday reflection — a soft exhale into gratitude, growth, and the gentle becoming that comes with age. Turning 31 feels less like a milestone and more like a homecoming… a return to what matters, what anchors me, and what lights me up from the inside out. I share a simple birthday practice I gifted myself this year: a “31 Things I’m Grateful For” list — not as a checklist, but as a way of breathing presence back into the little things that hold me every day. You’ll also be guided through a short grounding moment and invited to create your own gratitude list, no matter your age or season. If you’ve been craving softer mornings, a slower tempo, or a reminder that you’re allowed to grow gently — this one’s for you. And if you’d like a tangible reminder of this practice, you can explore my intention bracelets — made to support your breath, grounding, and daily rituals of care. You’ll also find links to new episodes, offerings, and behind-the-scenes reflections through the Breathe Easy newsletter and podcast community. Here’s to softer seasons, grateful hearts, and breathing into who we’re becoming. 💜 Substack: Kristen Naclerio Website: mybreatheeasymeditation.com Instagram: breatheeasy2024

Welcome to the Purple Party: Confidence, Color & Celebration

In this first episode of Purple Party, Kristen invites you into the soft, glowing space between memory and becoming — where the breath turns into color and the color turns into peace. Through the image of a purple-lit party and a visit from her younger self, she explores what it means to celebrate the versions of ourselves we’ve outgrown — the old hats we once wore to please, to teach, to belong. This is an episode about honoring your past identities, reconnecting with your inner child, and finding healing in stillness. Breathe with Kristen as she guides you through a gentle purple light visualization — a practice to release, forgive, and return home to yourself. Because self-celebration isn’t loud — sometimes, it’s a whisper that says, “I’m proud of you.” Substack: https://kristennaclerio.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breatheeasy2024/ Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4363061682/handmade-chakra-bracelets-natural

From Holding to Flowing: The Breath of VAM & Forgiveness

In this October Breath series episode, we’re leaning into the art of softness — finding balance, forgiveness, and flow through the gentle rhythm of the VAM chant. If your days have felt a little full or your energy stretched thin, this one’s for you. Together, we’ll slow down, breathe deeply, and explore how the sound VAM (rhymes with calm) helps release emotional clutter and invite creativity back into the body. You’ll be guided through a short VAM practice and a few reflection prompts from the blog — reminders that small rituals can bring you home to yourself. ✨ Journal with me: How does my energy feel after chanting VAM? Where can I offer myself a little more forgiveness this week? What small ritual helps me return to flow? 💫 PS: If you love working with chakra energy, check out my chakra bracelets in the Etsy shop (click here) — especially the sacral chakra design, a tiny wearable reminder to stay in flow, create freely, and, of course, breathe easy. Instagram: @breatheeasy2024 Substack: https://kristennaclerio.substack.com/

October Breath: Finding Calm in A Busy Season

October often arrives with both beauty and busyness—crisp air, golden leaves, and calendars filled with birthdays, gatherings, and shifting routines. In this episode, I invite you to take an October breath—a simple pause to ground yourself in the present moment. Together, we’ll explore a calming breath practice, a journaling reflection to release what feels heavy, and a gentle look at how the chakras can support balance during this season. Think of this as your reminder that one intentional breath can create space for clarity and calm amidst it all. P.S. If you’d like a tangible reminder to breathe and stay balanced, check out my handmade chakra bracelets in my Etsy shop—they’re designed to carry the same grounding energy we practice here. PS.S. Check out and subscribe to my Substack here as well! Enjoy the episode!

The Blue Aura Meditation: Stepping into Calm Truth and Clarity

In this episode, I share my powerful experience of seeing and feeling a blue aura during meditation—a moment that lifted me like a magnetic pull into calm clarity. We’ll explore what the blue aura symbolizes, its connection to the throat chakra, and how chanting and breathwork can open the door to deeper self-expression. You’ll also be guided through a gentle Blue Aura Meditation to invite in peace, truth, and alignment with your authentic voice. 🌌 📝 Reflective Prompt: When do you feel most aligned with your true voice? 💙 Feel free to share your experiences in the comments below—I’d love to hear from you. ✨ PS: If you’d like tools to support your practice, check out my Etsy shop (CLICK HERE) for meditation-inspired pieces and chakra bracelets.

The Ring of Fire: Meditation for Courage and Clarity

🔥 In this episode, I begin by sharing my personal experience with the Ring of Fire Meditation—what inspired me to practice it and the shifts I felt moving through it. From there, we take time to gently review the 7 chakras, exploring how each energy center connects to balance, healing, and courage. 🌈✨ Finally, I’ll guide you through the Ring of Fire Meditation itself—a practice to release fear, clear stagnant energy, and step into clarity and strength. 🌙 This episode blends storytelling, teaching, and practice so you can not only listen but also experience the fire’s power within your own energy. 🔥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breatheeasy2024/ Substack: https://kristennaclerio.substack.com/ Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4363061682/handmade-chakra-bracelets-natural

Finding Dharma: Alignment to Your True Path

In this episode of Breathe Easy, we explore dharma—your true path and purpose—and how it connects to karma, the energy of your actions. If karma is the ripple effect of what we do, dharma is the compass that guides those actions. We’ll talk about: ✨ What dharma really means (traditional + modern views) ✨ The difference between following societal expectations vs. living your authentic path ✨ How small, daily choices aligned with dharma create positive karma ✨ Ways to uncover your own dharma through reflection, mindfulness, and breath ✨ Practical tips and journaling prompts to help you live with more alignment and ease Whether you’re balancing responsibilities or stepping boldly into new territory, this episode reminds you that dharma doesn’t have to be something far away—it can be woven into your everyday life. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let’s explore what it means to live in alignment with your true path. 🌸 ✨ P.S. If you’re looking for a daily reminder to stay aligned with your dharma, check out my handmade chakra bracelets (click here) on Etsy. Each bracelet is designed with intention to support balance, energy, and mindfulness.

Season 2

End of Summer Reflections: Karma Isn't a B*tch

As summer comes to a close, I’m reflecting on one of the biggest lessons from my yoga teacher training: karma isn’t a punishment—it’s a mirror. In this episode, I share how my perspective on karma has shifted, why it’s not about “good” or “bad,” and how our daily choices create the energy we live in. I’ll walk you through three simple practices—affirmations, grounding routines, and manifestations—that have been transforming my days, and hopefully will inspire you too. Karma isn’t a bitch… she’s a teacher 🌱 Join the conversation: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breatheeasy2024/ Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/kristennaclerio/p/a-fresh-season-a-fresh-look-at-karma?r=2n2r57&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

A Conversation on Mindfulness, Teaching, and Friendship

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with a dear friend and fellow teacher of five years to reflect on our journeys through the world of education. We dive into the challenges and joys of navigating our teaching careers, how mindfulness and meditation became anchors in our lives, and the quiet strength found in authentic friendship. Whether you're an educator, a mindfulness seeker, or simply someone who values deep conversation, I hope you find meaningful takeaways and gentle reminders for your own path. You can follow Rockyatu on: Tiktok-theonlyhalalhottie LinkedIn- Education for Belonging Substack- @theonlyhalalhottie

A Letter to My Future Self

This episode is a vulnerable reflection of what I have accomplished so far in my life. I share how I felt afterwards and hopefully inspire you to do the same!

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