The Cosmic Nomad
The Cosmic Nomad is a soul-led podcast exploring healing, self-expression, nervous system regulation, womb wisdom, neurodivergence, creativity, and life beyond societal conditioning. Host Bailey Rushlow shares personal stories, from journeying with psychedelics, deconstructing high demand religion, to life abroad, inviting curiosity, reclamation, and remembering who you were before the world told you who to be.
Episodes
25. a grounding holiday meditation: come home to yourself
this week, i’m offering you a moment of stillness. this gentle, grounding holiday meditation is a gift from my heart to yours. i know this season can feel so busy, overwhelming, emotional, or beautiful in unexpected ways.. so i invite you to slow down, breathe deeper, and return home to your body.use this space anytime you need calm: morning, bedtime, or in the middle of a hectic day. thank you fo
24. why you can’t focus anymore
in this episode of the cosmic nomad, we dive into the idea of what psychologists call: “digital dementia” aka: why our brains feel foggy, scattered, and tired in a world that keeps us glued to our screens 🧠📱i share personal stories about my own relationship with phones + social media, what happened when i started doing digital sabbaths, and how constant stimulation quietly rewires our nervous syst
23. what i’m learning from being bad at new things
in this unscripted episode, i share the joy (and nerves) of trying things for the first time, from making yogurt, ceramics, my first kung fu class, and more. we talk beginner’s mind, novelty, and why playing with new experiences rewires your brain and softens perfectionism. if you’ve been craving a gentle nudge to begin, this is it.show notes:why i hit record with no script (letting authenticity l
22. the 7-day rhythm: how ancient time still shapes our lives
in this episode: i explore the ancient origins of our seven-day week, tracing how the romans, greeks, and babylonians mapped time around the seven visible planets, and how we can use that awareness to live more intentionally today, and how small shifts in rhythm can bring more balance, creativity, and presence into daily life.show notes:the surprising origins of the seven-day week and how it shape
21. my music origin story: a closet studio to 30 million streams
in this episode, i share the real story behind how my music career began. from quitting my jobs and university at nineteen to recording songs in my parents’ attic, i talk about the leap of faith that shaped everything that came after. i reflect on the late nights of teaching myself to record and produce, the mentorship that taught me to have no plan b, and how one gut-led cover changed my life for
20. saturn return: the initiation into your next era
in this episode, i share what the saturn return really is, beyond all the bad press it gets haha. i talk about the archetype of saturn, the three times it visits us in a lifetime, and how my first one became a profound initiation into truth, responsibility, and self-liberation. if you are in your early-mid 20's this episode may be particularly helpful for you! but recommended for all ages as w
19. golden intuition: travel, self-trust & the nature of creativity (with fatima reedy)
in this episode, i talk about how friendship, travel, and intuition shape a creative life. fatima and i trace the story of how we met online and ended up adventuring across the world together—from mexico to bali and beyond. we explore travel as an inner activation, creativity as something we are (not just do), using the four elements to move through creative blocks, and the practice of stillness t
18. beyond small talk: presence, intimacy & the power of questions
in this episode: i share why the way we ask questions, and the presence we bring to them, can transform the way we connect with others. from strangers at parties to lovers and even kids.i explore how curiosity, reflective listening, and body language create intimacy and safety. i also offer simple, practical ways to move beyond small talk, open doors for deeper conversations, and hold boundaries w
17. empaths in today’s world: turning sensitivity into a superpower
in this episode: i explore what it means to be an empath and highly sensitive person in today’s overstimulating world. from nervous system overwhelm to intuition, grounding, boundaries, and solitude, i share stories and practices that have helped me not just survive, but thrive. whether you identify as an empath, neurodivergent, or simply someone who feels deeply... this one’s for you. 🌿show notes
16. f* the 5 year plan
in this episode, i invite you to reimagine the five-year plan... not by what you want to do, but by how you want to feel. this is for the dreamers ready to shift timelines, rewire beliefs, and create a life that actually feels like them.✨ show noteswhy i stopped making traditional five-year plansdreaming through vibration, not performancehow our beliefs shape our realitysubconscious agreements + T
15. wild camping, van life, and the art of slowing down
in this episode: i reflect on two nourishing weeks off the grid: wild camping in scotland’s highlands and slow van life through northern wales. with stories of synchronicity, nervous system reset, and what it really feels like to unplug from the digital world, i explore how rest itself can be a radical act of resistance in a culture obsessed with productivity.show notes:an inspired oracle card pu
14. am i queer enough? a bisexual journey
in this episode: i share my tender, messy, beautiful journey of queerness.. . from growing up in evangelical christianity to unlearning shame and remembering that queerness is not only a sacred part of my life, but something of an ancient remembrance. together we explore bi-erasure, queer joy, finding community, and how reclaiming our truth becomes an act of soft rebellion. 🌸show notes:– growing u
13. coming home to yourself
in this episode: we explore what it means to truly come home to yourself, and reclaiming your sovereignty. we look at the ways we’ve outsourced our power, our needs, and our truth, and what it looks like to come back to the wisdom that’s been inside you all along.show notes:why the “someone is coming to save you” story is so deeply rooted in religion + culturehow we unconsciously outsource parts o
12. summer updates & small steps that change everything
in this episode:this one’s a summer catch-up from mexico, a riff on life lately, what’s shifting in me, and what i’ve been learning. i talk about what it’s been like to live alone for the first time, how i’m healing from my incarceration experience, and why small acts of bravery can completely reshape our lives. show notes:how it’s been for me being long distance and living alone for the first tim
11. i'm not renting this life
in this episode: i talk about what it means to stop living on autopilot and start making choices like you actually live here. renting life vs owning it! we explore emotional inheritance, people-pleasing, and the ripple effect of one brave decision. i’ll guide you through a grounding meditation at the end 🦋show notes: what it means to “rent” vs. “own” your lifethe emotional inheritance we’re here t
10. six things i've learned from traveling the world
in this episode: i’m reflecting on six powerful things i’ve learned from traveling the world, not just as a visitor, but as a student of life. we’ll explore travel as a form of education, the beauty of connecting without words, why joy is often simple and free, and how leaving your comfort zone can change your brain. i’ll also share real stories, mindset shifts to travel deeper (and cheaper), and
9. she speaks in cycles: returning to feminine wisdom through the womb
in this episode:we dive into the lost wisdom of the womb, the history of feminine suppression, and why reclaiming our cycles is a revolution. i share about the four inner seasons of the body, and simple practices to reconnect with your cyclical nature.episode notes: the womb as our first home invitation to everyonethe suppressed history of women, the womb and our blooderasure of feminine wisdomthe
8. from autopilot to aliveness
episode description: in this episode of the cosmic nomad, i talk about how we shift from survival mode to a state of safety, presence, and peace. we explore the nervous system, why so many of us live on autopilot, and how to gently come back to ourselves.episode notes: what is the nervous system? living in the rush of modern life being addicted to chaos why peace feels boring why we believe love h
7. i went to jail — here’s the story
⚠️ 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 abou
6. how creativity saved me
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 languagehow lack of expression creates i
5. my subconscious wrote the script, until i rewrote it
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 patternsexamples of sponsoring beliefshow subconscious p
4. my body is not a battleground
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 t
3. how i romanticize my life (and why it matters)
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
2. my awakening: grief, clarity, becoming
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 –
1. why now? the story behind the cosmic nomad
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
trailer: the cosmic nomad podcast
a soft, honest introduction to the cosmic nomad — a podcast for the deep feelers, the gentle rebels, and anyone on a journey back to themselves. hosted by bailey rushlow, this space explores nervous system healing, cyclical living, breaking patterns, spirituality, creativity, softness, and self-trust.new episodes every tuesday. 🌀
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