⚠️ this episode includes mature themes, including incarceration and drug policy. please listen when you're in the right space.

in this episode: i share the story of being incarcerated in indonesia after unknowingly bringing a tiny amount of cannabis into the country. what followed was the most intense initiation of my life, that cracked me open in ways i couldn’t have imagined. this is a story about fear, faith, and the human spirit. about the kindness of strangers. about the privilege of freedom. and how even the darkest places can hold light.

i talk about:
– the full story of how i ended up in jail abroad
– the systems we live in and what it means to be “free”
– my relationship with cannabis and its medicine
– acts of grace, from strangers and from within

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– email: ⁠⁠thecosmicnomadpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠

-join the community on patreon: ⁠www.patreon.com/baileynrushlow⁠

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thank you for listening. if this episode moved something in you, feel free to share it with a friend or leave a review, it really helps this space grow. see you next week! open heart. open mind. stay curious 🖤

episode summary:

in this episode, i share my journey with creativity, from imaginary childhood worlds and closet music recordings to healing through expression. we explore what creativity really is, how it connects us to something deeper, and how to reclaim it even if you feel stuck or unsure where to start.

what we talk about:

• creativity as our first language language
• how lack of expression creates inflammation and health issues
• creative genius study done by NASA
• my personal journey with creativity through my life at different ages
• what happens in the brain from a neuroscience perspective when we connect with awe and presence
• how my music saved me, as a spiritual practice
• “what lights me up” list
• what to do with other peoples criticism of your creativity
• triggers as teachers
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– email: ⁠⁠thecosmicnomadpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠

– instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/baileynrushlow⁠⁠

– spotify: ⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3TV7qFy⁠⁠

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– youtube: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3ArblkU⁠⁠

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thank you for listening. if this episode moved something in you, feel free to share it with a friend or leave a review, it really helps this space grow. see you next week! open heart. open mind. stay curious 🖤

episode summary:

in this episode, we explore how subconscious patterns shape our lives, the beliefs beneath them, and how to gently rewrite the script. i share a personal story, simple steps to shift our beliefs, and how neuroplasticity can support deep change, no matter your age!

what we talk about:

• understanding the subconscious mind
• what are patterns
• examples of sponsoring beliefs
• how subconscious patterns protect us until they don’t anymore
• and how we can rewrite our inner scripts without shame
• neuroplasticity
• a personal story of my relationship pattern
• 4 steps to rewiring our beliefs
• microdosing as a tool to rewire

resources/things mentioned:

The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz (PLEASE READ THIS BOOK)

connect with me:

– join the community on patreon: www.patreon.com/baileynrushlow

– email: ⁠thecosmicnomadpodcast@gmail.com⁠

– instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/baileynrushlow⁠

my music:

spotify: ⁠https://spoti.fi/3TV7qFy⁠

– apple music: ⁠https://apple.co/3TLJrQK⁠

– youtube: ⁠http://bit.ly/3ArblkU⁠

– amazon music: ⁠https://amzn.to/3TSYrph⁠

thank you for listening. if this episode moved something in you, feel free to share it with a friend or leave a review, it really helps this space grow. see you next week! open heart. open mind. stay curious 🖤

episode summary: in this episode, i talk about the disconnection so many of us experience from our bodies, specifically after growing up in evangelical christianity. i share how i began the slow, sacred work of unlearning what i was taught about my body, and what it looks like to rebuild trust, presence, and self-listening.

what we talk about:

– the body is the soul’s opportunity to be here

– ways that evangelical christianity was my entire world

– how do we become disconnected from our bodies?

– shame in the body and purity culture

– ignoring our intuition in order to obey

– muting my physical needs and losing my period

– shutting down emotions until health issues happen

– how does disconnection play out in the body?

– fear of embodiment and sensuality

– lack of boundaries and self abandonment

– dysregulated nervous system and feeling worthy

– how do we reconnect to our bodies safely?

– questions to ask yourself and body scan

– self love gratitude ritual in the mirror

connect with me:

– email: ⁠thecosmicnomadpodcast@gmail.com⁠

– instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/baileynrushlow⁠

– spotify: ⁠https://spoti.fi/3TV7qFy⁠

– apple music: ⁠https://apple.co/3TLJrQK⁠

– youtube: ⁠http://bit.ly/3ArblkU⁠

– amazon music: ⁠https://amzn.to/3TSYrph⁠

thank you for listening. if this episode moved something in you, feel free to share it with a friend or leave a review, it really helps this space grow. see you next week!

open heart. open mind. stay curious 🖤

episode summary:

in this episode, i talk about how romanticizing my life became a way to shift my mindset, reclaim my reality, and bring meaning into everyday moments.

what we talk about:

– the first time i romanticized my life

– dysregulated nervous system vs parasympathetic

– how rituals and routines are different

– 3 physical and psychological benefits of romanticizing

– ways we can ritualize our routines

– the art of “transitions”

– list of examples of romanticizing every day things

– romanticizing sadness / feel it all

– 5/1 negativity bais

– its not pretending everything is perfect, its looking for the good amidst the chaos

resources/things mentioned:

*my free spotify playlist for romanticizing and creating transitions for you. enjoy!*

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7sIBuNhJceF0lOZXY2lB0y?si=390faa77c2c74571

connect with me:

– email: thecosmicnomadpodcast@gmail.com

– instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baileynrushlow

– spotify: https://spoti.fi/3TV7qFy

– apple music: https://apple.co/3TLJrQK

– youtube: http://bit.ly/3ArblkU

– amazon music: https://amzn.to/3TSYrph

thank you for listening. if this episode moved something in you, feel free to share it with a friend or leave a review, it really helps this space grow. see you next week! open heart. open mind. stay curious 🖤

episode summary:

in this episode, i share about my journey of *waking up* to myself and starting to ask questions about life and diving into my shadow, travel, therapy, and meeting my

what we talk about:

– growing up in evangelical christianity

– starting to ask “what if there’s more?”

– getting used to being misunderstood

– what does it mean to be a “student of the universe”

– societal conditioning

– how to disrupt the pattern of conditioning

– 2018 - finding my tools to live life differently

– 2019 - journeying to scotland

– 2020 - US borders closed

– going to therapy, connecting to the earth

– the adventure to mexico

– meeting my partner

– travel as education and catalyst for expansion

resources/things mentioned:

“everything, everywhere, all at once” - incredible movie, please watch!

connect with me:

– email: thecosmicnomadpodcast@gmail.com

– instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baileynrushlow

– spotify: https://spoti.fi/3TV7qFy

– apple music: https://apple.co/3TLJrQK

– youtube: http://bit.ly/3ArblkU

– amazon music: https://amzn.to/3TSYrph

thank you for listening. if this episode moved something in you, feel free to share it with a friend or leave a review, it really helps this space grow. see you next week!

open heart. open mind. stay curious 🖤

episode summary:

in this episode, i share about my journey with beginning this podcast (finally!) and how i got here today. working thru perfectionism and my inner critic.

what we talk about:

– the truth about self judgment and being seen

– what is the cosmic nomad path

– identifying the 2 most important versions of me

– how i name “cosmic nomad” came to me

– my trip to Scotland, how traveling expands me

– how my cat came into my life (haha)

connect with me:

– email: thecosmicnomadpodcast@gmail.com

– instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baileynrushlow

– spotify: https://spoti.fi/3TV7qFy

– apple music: https://apple.co/3TLJrQK

– youtube: http://bit.ly/3ArblkU

– amazon music: https://amzn.to/3TSYrph

thank you for listening. if this episode moved something in you, feel free to share it with a friend or leave a review, it really helps this space grow. see you next tuesday!

open heart. open mind. stay curious 🖤