SoulSpark with Sarah Godfrey

Kristin joins us today to tell us her story. She tells us about the hardships she went through and how she freed her voice. She explains the importance of gratitude, wonder, and connection, and tells us how we need to look within in order to find true healing and move forward in our lives. SHOWNOTES: Kristin's IG:https://www.instagram.com/kpspeaks_/ Kristin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kpspeaks/ Kristin's website: https://www.kp-speaks.com/ Women's Soul Summit: https://www.instagram.com/womensoulsummit/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

Does the change of seasons affect you? Me too! In this episode we talk about three big areas to focus on to help yourself (or loved ones) find some more joy and less blues this winter. These are some great ideas that have helped me personally, and I know they will help you too. SHOWNOTES: "Little Book of Hygge": https://www.amazon.com/Little-Book-Hygge-Danish-Secrets/dp/0062658808/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2N2L1PSSA9LV9&keywords=the+little+book+of+hygge&qid=1575648422&sprefix=the+little+book+of+%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-3 Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

Abigail shares her incredible story as a stroke survivor and the importance of trusting yourself, why you need to intentionally choose your mindset, and how the lessons learned from trauma can be a gift. This interview is chock-full of wisdom (seriously was blown away over here). I'm so excited for you to meet Abigail today! SHOWNOTES: Abigail's IG: https://www.instagram.com/wellwithabigail/ Abigail's website: https://wellwithabigail.com/ Sarah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/

In this short, sweet episode we talk about what transformation is really about. I give you three tips on how to help you find this kind of transformation (spoiler: there's a bonus tip at the end). Let's set the real you free! SHOWNOTES: 1:1 Coaching Application to work with Sarah: https://forms.gle/C4AWtm62BoYMGB4j9 Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/

You know those big things that happen in your life that overwhelm you? No need to feel ashamed about it. You are supposed to experience things that are beyond your capacity. We talk about why, the benefits of these too-hard-to-handle things, and what we can do when life really knocks us down.

Sounds counter-intuitive that by opening yourself up to feel more, you suffer less. But it's actually true. You have room inside you for so much feeling, even emotions that seem to conflict with one another. In this episode we talk about why it's important to open yourself up to feel more, and ways to do it. SHOWNOTES: Mindful Counseling classes: https://mindfulcounselingutah.com/somatic-movement-therapy Thich Nhat Hanh's book: https://amzn.to/2M2DlnY Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/

My friend, Brooke Snow (author and podcaster), comes on the show today to tell us about what it means to live in our true identities. Hint: it's that inner light we're always talking about here. She shares her experiences and the power of how simple, consistent habits can help you live in your true identity. This woman is so wise and friendly and I cannot wait to share her with you. SHOWNOTES: "Living in Your True Identity" book: https://amzn.to/30jPube Brooke's website (brookesnow.com): http://blog.brookesnow.com/

One of the hardest things to reconcile ourselves to when we go through intense emotional pain is that we cannot control the timing of our healing. Sometimes we feel we should hurt forever, and then we don't. And sometimes we just want to get over something right away, but we find ourselves still hurting. In this episode we talk about how to just be at peace with the fact that healing doesn't happen on our own personal timetable. SHOWNOTES: "The Body Keeps the Score" book: https://amzn.to/2Ll73UT "You Can't Rush Your Healing" song by Trevor Hall: https://open.spotify.com/track/4OTthfDLYk1wsCwwsL6yGG?si=Iagu__sZSb-k_DymmhdPgA

In this episode you get to try out your own short and simple somatic movement practice. It includes some instruction for a gentle movement and body awareness exercise, and ends with some powerful affirmations. (Explanation for this practice is in the previous episode, episode 22.)Try it out yourself and end feeling amazing! SHOWNOTES: Music provided by: https://pleasantpictures.club/ Sarah's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/

In this episode we talk about somatic movement therapy, what it is, and three of its benefits (that's the part you want to listen for!). Because, in case you didn't know, I AM a somatic movement therapist! This work that I do is all about the felt experience of the mover, aka what you feel as you move your body. SHOWNOTES: Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/

If you're like me, it can seem like these five life basics are really just a bother sometimes because other things just seem more interesting to you. But really, they form the foundation you need to live your best life. We go over my five basics and why the way you care for yourself physically is a reflection of how you are doing mentally and emotionally. SHOWNOTES: Get Up! book: https://amzn.to/2LhxdrM Listen to Episode 12 for how movement changes YOU Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/

Yay for my very first interview! Today I get to share my friend, Emily Ruth, with you. She has such a compassionate and wise way of looking at life and relationships. And she's not afraid to offer a realistic, truthful perspective on (even seemingly helpful) trends in our culture. I loved this conversation with her and cannot wait for you to hear it. SHOWNOTES: Emily's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyruth_/ Ashley Turner's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitalitywithashley/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/

We start this episode off with answering some listener questions and then dig in to the topic: is it worth doing good if you are the only one who is benefiting from it? I'm going to give you a spoiler and tell you that it totally is worth it. We discuss why this is 100% true. SHOWNOTES: My friend, Shelby's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/returnjourneyoga/ The Yamas and Niyamas book: https://amzn.to/2LhGFLL Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

If you want to have more real friendships, this episode is for you. We talk about why friendship is so important, and how to overcome the common hurdles we adults often have to making more real friendships. I get real personal here to let you know you're not alone if you struggle in this way. We can do this together! SHOWNOTES: Dan Buettner TED talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_buettner_how_to_live_to_be_100?language=en "A Tribe Called Bliss" book: https://amzn.to/2DHGGlZ See Episode 2 for learning more about why discomfort is necessary for change. Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/

Emotions are just part of being human. Yes, I know they can be messy and hard, but they are also so, so good. Feeling just means you are alive! In this episode we talk about why we should just welcome them ALL in, and how to deal with them when we do. SHOWNOTES: "The Body Keeps the Score" book: https://amzn.to/2LdfXUf "Listening to My Body" book: https://amzn.to/2DJ99HR Tara Brach's RAIN meditation: https://www.tarabrach.com/rain/ Refer to Episode 5: Every Body Needs Awareness Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/

Part of loving and trusting yourself is being able to love and trust your body! In this episode we talk about what dieting (and diet culture) have to do with self-doubt and why those messages are so damaging to us. I share some ways you can learn to stop doubting yourself and trust yourself instead. (As always, please remember that I am not a mental health professional or a dietitian, this simply reflects my own experience.) SHOWNOTES: "Intuitive Eating" book: https://amzn.to/2GURG0a Check out Episode 5 to learn more about Body Awareness Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

We all want to feel more love in our lives, right? Here are 14 ways to do just that! (14 cause this is coming out on the 14th and I only have so much of your time, you know.) Some of the tips are fast and easy and some take a whole lot more practice. But all 14 are going to help you love your people a little better. SHOWNOTES: "How To Love" book: https://amzn.to/2GOMvi2 "Have Your Own Dang Gravity" is episode 11, not 13, like I mentioned Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

Since you listen to my podcast, I'm going to take a wild guess that you are in to self-improvement. But what if the "ideal" you are striving for isn't actually in line with who you are (whether overall or within certain relationships). It's good to make sure that what you are striving for isn't stifling who you are meant to actually be. So, how about I give you permission to just be YOU? We talk about how to know and love yourself and show up for life in your own unique way. SHOWNOTES: "If Women Rose Rooted" book: https://amzn.to/2DDU0HJ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

I know I'm not the only one who wants to control things. This episode is for you, my fellow control seekers! We talk about what we can and can't control, what control is about, what seeking control feels like, and how to literally let go. SHOWNOTES: "Man's Search for Meaning" book: https://amzn.to/2Y2CnJD Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

This episode is going to change the way you look at your body and how you move. I share my story of how movement helped me recover from an eating disorder and how you can change how you move to change how you live. Get ready for this short, sweet episode to blow your mind. SHOWNOTES: Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

Let's talk about how to get close to others without losing yourself completely. You have to have your own dang gravity! I share some ideas on how to do just that, all with some love, because I know how hard it can be. SHOWNOTES: "Assertiveness Guide for Women" book: https://amzn.to/2GSjxhv "Braving the Wilderness" book: https://amzn.to/2Ve1RXG Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

It seems basic to talk about the natural rhythm of doing all the things, and then pulling in to rest. But maybe you're like me and ignore the signals to move on to the next phase sometimes. Possibly. Though what that looks like might be different for each of us, it's good to respect and learn about each phase. You know, so you don't wear yourself out, but you can still get stuff done. In this episode we talk about how to pay more attention to these phases so life can run more smoothly. SHOWNOTES: Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

You might feel like you are trapped and unable to connect with what matters most in your life. But I have news for you: you are already free! You just have to believe it. In this episode I share some personal experiences and freeing thoughts to help you learn this truth for yourself. SHOWNOTES: Dave Hollis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrdavehollis/ Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

It's hard to change when we insist on holding on to the things that are holding us back. As we go into a new year, I discuss five things we can let go of so that we can actually allow ourselves (and others) to make the changes we are seeking. SHOWNOTES: "The Untethered Soul" book by Michal A. Singer: https://amzn.to/2LidxDV Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

When you are with your loved ones, are you really there? Or are you letting distractions or other seemingly "important" things get in the way? In this episode I share some tips on how to be more present with your family. Because there is no greater gift we can give each other than the gift of presence. (And yes, I do love a good pun!) SHOWNOTES: Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

Whatever being stuck looks like for you, I'm pretty sure you don't want to stay that way. In this episode I share some practical tips of what you can do to get yourself unstuck (both on a mind and a body level). And I remind you that you have the power to choose! SHOWNOTES: "Rising Strong" book: https://amzn.to/2LceZaW Sarah's website: http://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

Body awareness is simply being aware of what your body is feeling and sensing, and it is something that Every Body needs! In this episode I give you six reasons why everybody needs to be aware of their bodies. (Hint, it basically affects your whole life.) I also give a couple of simple ways to start being more aware. SHOWNOTES: "In Touch" book: https://amzn.to/2DJKjaO Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

Self-respect is a huge key in having a happy life. The way we treat ourselves seeps into all our other relationships. And it affects our ability to be productive and improve. In this episode I not only talk about the importance of self-respect but I share five ways to improve your sense of self-respect so you can be happy and more fulfilled! SHOWNOTES: "Girl, Wash Your Face" book: https://amzn.to/2ZQbSZG "The Yamas and Niyamas" book: https://amzn.to/2XYRxzw Sarah's website: http://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

Ah, the elusive idea of balance in our lives. Work/Life, Caring for Family/Caring for Self, Independence/Relationships, the list goes on. Here's the deal: balance isn't something we "find", it's something we create! Isn't that a more empowering way of putting it? I share the simple approach I take to create balance in my own life. These are easily applicable to your situation and will help you take your power back and create the balance you are seeking. SHOWNOTES: Alison Faulkner: http://thealisonshow.com/ Essentialism book: https://amzn.to/2ZKDG1z Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

It's human nature to want to run the other way when we come up against discomfort. I get it. I'm the same way! But in order to change and become the person you want to be, you have to be willing to get uncomfortable! That's just how it is. Growth happens in the messy middle place, where things are uncertain and unfamiliar. Because that's where you break your old patterns and learn what you are actually capable of. We not only explore this idea in this episode, but I also give some tips on how to train yourself to embrace discomfort. SHOWNOTES: The Untethered Soul book: https://amzn.to/2Y2ARXX Rising Strong book: https://amzn.to/2V8rLvz Sarah's website: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ Sarah's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/

Ooh! This is a good one, you guys. What do you believe about yourself? Your beliefs about yourself will very literally shape your life! Are you unhappy? Do you keep on trying to make changes and they don't seem to stick? Do you reach goals only to find that it didn't actually help you feel better? It is probably because you have limiting beliefs about yourself! Changing your beliefs about yourself will change EVERYTHING! SHOWNOTES: (1) Sarah's website for her free ebook: https://soulsparkmovement.com/ (2) Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsparkmovement/