In this nourishing conversation, Rachel sits down with Shelby Trevillian—breathwork practitioner, yoga teacher, women’s circle facilitator, and mother of three—to explore what it means to live and parent with authenticity, softness, and intention.
Shelby shares her journey into breathwork and yoga, how daily rituals anchor her in motherhood, and why creating spaciousness and choosing simplicity can shift how we experience family life. With her empowering birth story, reflections on joy, and practical wisdom, this episode is a reminder that motherhood doesn’t have to be rushed; it can be rooted, slow, and deeply connected.
Shelby’s journey from environmental education to yoga, breathwork, and women’s circles
How breathwork came into her life and why it’s her daily anchor
The importance of rituals and practices for creating rhythm in motherhood
Shelby’s empowering birth story with her third daughter
Why slowing down and returning to simplicity can transform family life
How authenticity and softness shape her parenting and inspire her community
Connect with Shelby
Website: alpenglowstate.com
Instagram: @alpenglowstate
Breathwork offerings, women’s circles, and workshops are available via her website
Connect with Rachel/Shine Om
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Podcast home: shineom.com.au/podcast
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Support Services (Australia)If this episode brings up anything heavy for you, please reach out:
Lifeline – 13 11 14 | PANDA – 1300 726 306 | Gidget Foundation – 1300 851 758 |
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