Heart of a Wildflower: Peaceful Poetry Reflections
Heart of a Wildflower is a poetry and reflection podcast for those seeking peace, self-acceptance, and inspiration in the midst of life’s messiness. Hosted by Lia Girard, each episode creates a peaceful space to find gentle encouragement through poetry, blending original written work, nature-inspired reflections, and heartfelt conversations designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and feel truly seen.Heart of a Wildflower offers a safe space to explore your emotions, celebrate the small joys, and embrace your own journey. Follow along every week and let Lia guide you through words of gentle encouragement and the quiet beauty of ever...
Featured Poet: Butterflies Rising
Are there places, people, or experiences in life that you love more than anything? Things that can’t be purchased with money, but hold so much value in your heart and soul?
In this episode, Lia Girard reads original poetry by Butterflies Rising, titled “Slow Hands,” “Priceless Things,” and “Things of My Everything.” She pairs it with her own poem, “Value,” along the same theme of choosing what truly matters to you.
You’ll also hear what Butterflies Rising replied to three questions Lia asked about her poetry … and the stories behind them.
Today’s episode invite...
A Poem About Being Authentic
Do you sometimes feel tossed around by the sea of self-improvement pressure? Or has it ever felt like you’re losing track of who you really are, or what truly feels peaceful and right?
In this week's episode, you’ll hear an original poem, “lost and found,” written by Lia Girard, to encourage you to not get swept up in “fitting in,” or pretending. The poem touches on how it feels to disengage from your own heart, and how valuable it is to celebrate your uniqueness.
Today’s episode intends to:
- help you let go of...
A Poem of Hope for Your In-Between Seasons
Are you caught in an uncertain time between loss and growth? Or have you learned that you can survive the unexpected detours that catch you grasping both courage and fear?
In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, “blossom,” written by Lia Girard, and consider how to care for yourself during in-between seasons of unknown, change, or grief. Lia offers encouragement to tend to your comfort and hold on by faith.
Today’s episode welcomes you to:
- envision yourself as a blossom, nourished by creation
- be gentle with yourself...
Poems About Finding the Blessing in Broken Places
Have you ever faced a season that you thought would break you? Or are you in one now?
In this episode, Lia Girard shares three original poems that explore the passage through pain to possibility. By vulnerably sharing a personal disaster — and poems written during different phases of that heart-wrenching journey — Lia offers a place of welcome, understanding, and hope.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- know you are loved, no matter what appears “broken”
- allow yourself space and peace to appreciate the smallest wonders
- believe that growth...
Featured Poet: Becky Hemsley
Have you ever been in a situation or season where you felt that hope was all you had?
In this episode, Lia Girard reads an original poem, “The Cloak,” written by this week’s featured poet, Becky Hemsley. Becky’s poem reveals her compassion and optimism for a friend who was seeing her way through a challenging unknown … by leaning into hope.
Lia also shares her small poem, “Believing,” to echo the truth that there is a strength all around you that is also within you.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- listen for, lo...
Poems About the Soothing Nature of Silence
Do you ever just let yourself close your eyes ... and listen for inspiration?
In this episode, you’ll hear three small original poems, written by Lia Girard, that explore the silent healing of nature. By offering what she hears in the patient and encouraging messages of wild things, Lia offers you room to breathe.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- find a place of beauty that calms your soul
- be silent for as long as you need to hear what nature is saying to you specifically
- stop...
What I Learned About Life From a Sunflower
Have you ever fallen in love with, or grieved over, some small part of nature? Maybe a special tree, a favorite flower, or a sudden butterfly?
In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, “Sunflower Spirit,” written by Lia Girard, that considers the circle of life. Its intent is to celebrate the truth that every living thing — including you — is serving a unique purpose in its own timing.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- notice the beauty all around you
- allow the pace of nature and the inevitable struggles of...
When Nature Speaks to Your Soul
Have you ever trusted nature with your most painful moments?
Today’s original poem, “Held,” written by Lia Girard, considers the guiding voice accessible in wild places when you connect deeply with the elements of nature that inspire you. You’ll find encouragement to never be ashamed of hurts you’re still trying to heal, and notice how nature never hides whatever it’s going through. This episode invites you you to:
- recognize pain is part of life and love
- understand that nature is always reminding you of its love for you
- em...
Allowing Yourself a Slow Morning Intention
Do you sometimes feel the world is loud and the days move too fast?
In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, “Awaken,” written by Lia Girard, inviting you to consider how slowing down your mornings can create more peace. Lia offers encouragement to be present in the early quiet of the day as a promise to yourself.
Today’s reflection welcomes you to:
- allow yourself to awaken gently
- picture the day ahead as an open pitcher that you fill and pour
- feel free to empty and...
Why It’s Good for You to Pause
Do you sometimes turn your gaze upward and suddenly feel there’s so much more to life than your present worries? Have you ever stopped to study the clouds or the stars and found fresh new insight?
In appreciation of how important this kind of pausing can be, you’ll hear an original poem, Balance, written by Lia Girard. It tells a short story about a captivating sight high above.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- look up to expand your outlook physically and mentally
- appreciate your own unique blend of...
Simple Pleasures: How Small Glimmers Can Be a Big Deal
Do you remember how simple pleasures made you feel relaxed and at ease?
Did you know these ordinary interactions that feel extraordinary — coined by trauma expert Deb Dana — are called glimmers? Noticing these magical micro-moments of joy can actually boost your wellbeing.
In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, Glimmer, written by Lia Girard, as an invitation to reignite your sense of wonder and appreciation.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- recall a small moment of pleasure that still brings you joy
- take note of the sensor...
How Hard Seasons Help You Grow
Have you ever been through a trial that left you weak? Or a loss or heartbreak that felt unbearable?
In this episode, you’ll hear two original poems, Haven and Unsinkable, written by Lia Girard, and explore ways your struggles have actually made you stronger.
Written in different seasons of hardship and healing, Lia reminds you: it’s your choice to free yourself.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- replace lies with truth
- release the weight of past pain when you’re ready
- anticipate your own r...
Celebrating Love that Values Inner Strength Over Outer Appearance
Do you long to know a love that’s honest and real? Or are you currently celebrating this genuine gift?
In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, Aura, written by Lia Girard, and consider how it illuminates your own appreciation of love that values inner strength over outer appearance. Lia offers encouragement to love what naturally glows from within.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- explore how love reveals itself to be genuine
- let go of being measured by impossible standards
- appreciate what’s found on...
Believing in Love Even When You’ve Been Hurt
Whether you’re currently heartbroken, wrestling the in-between season of soul-searching, or happily in love, this episode is for you. It’s a gentle reminder that hearts get hurt and there’s always hope for healing.
In this episode, you’ll hear three original poems, written by Lia Girard, in three different seasons of navigating heartache and love. Lia explores how anger, grief, and loneliness can all refine how you define love. She also offers encouragement to believe in love that’s meant for you.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- explore your raw feeli...
Remembering Your Passion and Purpose
Have you ever asked yourself, “what am I even doing here?” Or, found yourself comparing your life to others and feeling somewhat directionless?
In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, “Remembering,” written by Lia Girard, and consider its deeper meaning … while reflecting on your earliest memory of inner joy. Lia offers encouragement to dig “soul-deep” and celebrate what makes you unique.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- visualize where you were the first time you felt true inner peace and calm
- consider that memory a pathway to defining your purpose...
Enjoy the Gifts of Noticing Nature
Do you sometimes long for a deeper connection to nature, or a more comfortable sense of calm?
In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, "Would You Notice?," written by Lia Girard, and consider its deeper meaning as it applies to your own interactions with the natural world. Lia offers encouragement to slow down and notice all that’s freely offered to you, as gifts of grace.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- pay attention to all the ways nature nourishes you
- understand that time in nature resets your men...
Tell Me: Facing the Heartbreak that Renewed You
Are you still feeling confusion and pain left in the aftermath of a devastating heartbreak?
In this episode, you’ll explore the poem, Tell Me, written by Lia Girard, and consider how it illuminates the power of renewal that's inherent in heartbreak. Lia invites you to share what demolished your insides and search for how it rebuilt your hope.
Today’s episode offers:
- An invitation to share what hurt your heart
- Support for finding the good in what felt so bad
- A reminder that you are always...
Learning to Be Patient with Yourself
Have you ever wanted to slow down and listen to your own soul?
In this episode, you’ll hear a short, untitled poem, written by Lia Girard, and consider its deeper meaning as it applies to your own desire for patience while going through seasons of change. Lia offers encouragement to be gracious with yourself as you continually learn how to grow.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- Let go of striving to be all you’re meant to be
- Protect your own timing and needs
- Remember...
When Healing Is Hard: Finding Beauty in the Wounds You Hide
Have you ever held onto pain so deep it felt unspeakable?
In this episode, you'll hear an original poem, Unspoken, written by Lia Girard, and consider its deeper meaning as it applies to your life experiences or any wounds you may be feeling. Lia offers encouragement to be willing to share your story, even if it's messy — as a gift of grace to yourself and others.
Today's episode invites you to:
Embrace that pain doesn't need to stay hiddenTell your truth to someone who cares or may need to hear itAllow the imperfect process of...Finding My Way: Guidance From the Forest
Have you ever felt that life is so loud you can sometimes feel lost? Today's poem explores your need for peace and direction, and offers encouragement to wander into wild places for as long as you need — to find your own way.
Today’s episode invites you to:
- Discover the calm found in forest walks
- Allow yourself to convene with nature
- Consider that you are carving your own path
You’ll also be given a word, inspired by the poem, to ponder as your week un...
