Podcasts about embodied

In this episode, Doug and Drew explain their powerful, unique approach to psychodrama: DIRECT. You'll learn how this powerful modality can help you experience deeper healing and freedom from porn.D.I.R.E.C.T. = Dynamic, Intuitive, Redemptive, Embodied, Communal Transformation.Come experience D.I.R.E.C.T. at a Husband Material Healing Weekend!  See all upcoming healing weekends and retreats at husbandmaterial.com/retreatJanuary Healing Weekend in Florida: 4 spots left. Apply here.March Healing Weekend in Utah : FULL.Support the showTake the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to this podcast or watch on YouTube Step 2: Join the private Husband Material Community Step 3: Take the free mini-course: How To Outgrow Porn Step 4: Try the all-in-one program: Husband Material Academy Thanks for listening!

Get ready for our next episode of The Piano Pod: The Embodied Pianist with Elena Riu — pianist, groundbreaking recording artist, educator, and yoga/mindfulness teacher.In this powerful conversation, we explore embodied performance, somatics, breath, creativity, cultural identity, and even the menstrual cycle as a source of artistic insight. Elena's work challenges long-held assumptions about what pianists should play, how they should train, and how the body shapes sound.In this episode, Elena and I talk about:✅ Her journey from Venezuela to the UK — and how navigating multiple identities shaped her artistry✅ The creation of Salsa Nueva and the importance of commissioning new works✅ What it means to challenge 19th-century biases about repertoire and artistic identity✅ Her work as an embodied pianist and how somatics, breath, and movement transform playing✅ Collaboration with dancers, visual artists, poets, and composers✅ Why she opens taboo conversations like creativity and the menstrual cycle among biologically female performers

Embodied Rhythms of Healing - Father Trevor McMaken by

This isn't just a New Moon. It's a crossroads. A descent. A sacred, once-in-a-while kind of shift. Everything is on the table: truth, shadow, destiny, rebirth.

What if your best copy didn't come from your head—but from your hips, your heart, or your hilarious inner weirdo? In this playful and powerful conversation, I'm joined by my longtime friend, mentor, and colleague Carly Raemer to talk about writing from the body, not just the brain. Carly is a copywriter, energy worker, and mystic strategist with a gift for saying the thing your audience didn't know they needed to hear—right from the center of their lived experience. In this episode, she reveals how she tunes into the energetic field of her clients, writes through their hands and eyes, and uses body-based awareness to create copy that's funny, felt, and wildly effective. Whether you're drowning in your own overthinking or stuck staring at a blank screen, this episode offers a new way in. A way that starts in your body, not a headline formula. A way that trusts your truth more than any algorithm. Inside this episode: Why writing from your head alone leads to numb, "off" copy The energetic practice Carly uses to attune to her audience How she speaks to the felt experience of her readers, not just their pain points A real-time somatic exploration of how your belly, heart, and throat each "speak" differently The role of humor, desire, and even erotica in finding your true voice What to do when your business writing feels flat, formulaic, or like it's missing you This episode is a masterclass in writing honest, embodied copy—and it's also a reminder that you're not broken if writing feels hard. You might just be trying to write from the wrong part of yourself. Resources + Links: Follow Carly on Instagram: @carly.raemer Take the Force of Nature Quiz: forceofnaturequiz.com Learn more about Business By Nature and future offerings: businessbynature.com

In today's episode, I'm sitting down with my incredible client Anita and this one is a journey.The first half is her raw, honest story of leaving the safety of corporate and stepping into the unknown of self-employment. No plan. No roadmap. Just a desire to build something that actually feels like hers.And then… we go deep.In the second half, you get to witness me coaching Anita live on air, helping her clarify her positioning, articulate who she truly wants to work with, and claim the identity she's been tip-toeing around.This episode is part story, part mentorship, and part “holy sh*t, I needed to hear this.”If you're currently in a pivot, questioning your niche, or trying to find your voice and your aligned clients, you're going to feel this one in your whole body.Support Anita' Kickstarter Campaign Here: https://go.anitarombough.com/hindumysticoracleWork with Jess here: https://www.womensacademyoftransformation.com/

Dina Gilio-Whitaker knows that it's complicated to talk about Native American identity. She occupies a gray zone herself: she's a legal descendant of the Colville Confederated Tribes but not an enrolled member. As she worked to make sense of her own liminal identity, she also started witnessing a troubling phenomenon: people coming forward with fraudulent claims to Nativeness. Dina — now an academic — tells Anita about the personal experiences that led her to research this phenomenon, the harms this “pretendianism” perpetuates and the conversations she's starting about possible solutions.Meet the guest:- Dina Gilio-Whitaker is a lecturer at California State University San Marcos and the author of “Who Gets to Be Indian? Ethnic Fraud, Disenrollment, and Other Difficult Conversations About Native American Identity” Read the transcript | Review the podcast on your preferred platformFollow Embodied on Instagram Leave a message for Embodied

This meditation is a sacred invitation to remember your true nature—wild, whole, and free. Rooted in the non-dual wisdom of being and attuned to the living pulse of nature, this meditation opens a doorway back to the heart of life itself. Together we will explore the Way of Inner Rewilding—awakening to presence, attuning to the rhythms of the Earth, allowing the flow of life, and aligning with love.What you'll experience:- Nature-based mindfulness- Embodied presence and emotional calm- A return to your true, authentic selfPerfect for grounding, spiritual awakening, and reconnecting with the wisdom of the heart and Earth.Holly Erin Copeland, MA, is a certified NeuroMeditation teacher, Bio-tuning Practitioner, human potential coach, Reiki master, and sound healer who helps awaken the deep heart's infinite love and wisdom and the radiant clarity of the natural mind.https://www.heartmindalchemy.comHolly Erin Copeland Book: Inner Rewilding: https://inner-rewilding.comWhat if the peace we're desperately seeking—for ourselves and our world—isn't somewhere out there, but buried within each of us?For decades, Holly Copeland devoted her life to protecting Earth's wild places as a conservation scientist. But when mold illness and profound burnout brought her to her knees, she discovered a truth that would change everything: we cannot save the world while severed from ourselves.Inner Rewilding is the story of one woman's journey from depletion to remembrance—and an invitation into your own.Weaving memoir with mysticism, science with soul, Holly maps a path from frustration and despair to profound peace and unshakeable joy. Much more than just a memoir, Inner Rewilding a modern spiritual guidebook for the spiritually weary, the climate-anxious, the healers who've forgotten to tend their own hearts.In these pages, you'll discover:• How grief for the Earth can crack us open to love beyond measure• An effortless path for awakening peace within• The power of sound and breath to shift your state and heal• Why healing ourselves is healing the worldWritten with a scientist's curiosity and a mystic's tenderness, this book doesn't ask you to transcend your humanity or escape into nature. It invites you to fall back in love with yourself and the world—this is your call to rewild yourself from the inside out and come home.Discover Enlightened World Network: a safe space for spiritual growth. Explore archangels, Divine Mother, the Christ Consciousness, light codes, energy healing, and guided meditations all with the purpose of strengthening one's understanding and oneness with Source. https://www.enlightenedworld.onlineClick here to SUBSCRIBE to the Enlightened World Network YouTube channel with over 1000 videos: http://bit.ly/2KQp6PDCheck out the EWN website featuring over 150 lightworkers specializing in meditation, energy work and angel channeling Explore videos, articles and meditations. https://enlightenedworld.onlineSign Up For News from Enlightened World Online: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/FBoFQef/webLink to EWN's disclaimer: https://enlightenedworld.online/disclaimer/#nonduality #selfcare #guidedmeditation meditation #activations #nondual

In this solo, I dig into the real difference between looking hot and "being her": the woman whose inner world and outer world actually match.   I share why "aesthetic integrity" matters, how to spot performative confidence vs. the grounded kind, and what energetic congruence looks like in everyday choices (fitness, relationships, business, faith).   You'll hear the three pillars I use to build embodied confidence, and practical prompts you can steal this week to move from performing to becoming.   We dive into: The unpopular truth of living in a visual (and yes, aesthetic) world, and how to make that work for you (not against you). Aesthetic Integrity vs. "costumes": aligning how you present with who you really are. Energetic Congruence: why confidence = energy meeting your standards (not just your feed). Embodied Identity: acting like the woman you say you are before the world sees it. Simple prompts to collapse the gap between pretending and becoming, starting today.   If this lands, share it with a bestie and tell me one thing you're doing this week from embodied confidence, not performance.   For the high-achieving hot girls that want to recover better, support glowier skin, and promote longevity through better cellular health, get 20% off your first order of Mitopure and make wellness easier than ever. Fitness, health, and holistic wellness for $22/month Interested in a luxury 1:1 online health coaching experience? Look no further than FENIX ATHLETICA, where we fuse science and soul for life-long transformation (inside AND out). For the high-achieving hot girls that want to recover better, support glowier skin, and promote longevity through better cellular health, get 20% off your first order of Mitopure and make wellness easier than ever. Follow me on Instagram Follow EMBody Radio on Instagram

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What if healing isn't about fixing ourselves but about slowing down enough to feel ourselves again?In this deeply grounding and illuminating episode of Fire and Soul, I sit down with my somatics therapist and mentor, Kate Appleton, whose five decades of experience bridge psychology, art, education, and storytelling. Together we explore what it truly means to live an embodied life — one rooted in sensation, relationship, and soul — and how to meet ourselves and each other beyond performance or productivity.Kate shares her wisdom on why healing doesn't mean eliminating discomfort but learning how to be with it differently, and how true transformation happens through safety, trust, and connection.You'll hear personal reflections from my own somatic journey, the science behind how our bodies communicate safety and stress, and how small, practical rituals can reawaken our aliveness. This conversation is for anyone who's ready to slow down, listen deeply, and return to the sacredness of being human.In This Episode, You'll Discover:• What somatics truly means and how it brings us home to our “living wholeness”• How to notice the body's subtle cues and sensations that signal truth and safety• Why leaning back in your chair can rewire your nervous system and deepen connection• How to create healthy boundaries through embodied awareness• The cultural cost of constant consumption and the invitation to return to creation• Simple ways to weave ritual, stillness, and silence into everyday life• How to help the next generation reconnect through values, integrity, and presence• Why slowing down is the most radical act of love and leadership in modern times “When we can feel the edges of our body, we remember where we end and the world begins.” — Kate AppletonResources Mentioned:Learn more about Kate's work: kate-appleton.comExplore Attachment & Somatics Training (next cohort begins February 2026) — use code MICHELLESORRO for $500 off at https://traumaandsomatics.comConsumer to Creator is now open for registration — join the free live immersion at consumertocreator.com Connect with Michelle on Instagram: @michelle.sorro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by advice to “hack your dopamine,” or wondered why traditional approaches feel incomplete, this interview with Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas, “The Creative Scientist,” delivers refreshing insights and compassionate tools for thriving as a neurodivergent human. ADHDers often spend years trying to “fix” themselves from the outside in—through medication, planners, routines, and hacks—only to discover that true thriving might come from learning to listen to and trust their bodies. Dr Miguel introduces the concept of embodied neuroscience and explains why ADHD is far more than a brain-based disorder, unraveling the complex interplay between our nervous system, gut health, hormones, and emotional regulation.Get ready to rethink what it means to support ADHD—from the inside out.Episode Highlights:It's Not Just Dopamine: Sure, dopamine's part of the story. But Dr Miguel reminds us it's just one instrument in a much bigger orchestra of brain and body chemistry. ADHD isn't just a “brain disorder”—it's an embodied experience, affected by everything from our gut health to our hormones and daily rhythms.Stop Trying to “Hack” Yourself: Instead of endless hacks, planners, and productivity tools, what if we tuned into our internal signals? Think: listening to hunger cues, taking movement breaks, honoring our need for rest—a holistic approach that begins on the inside.Self-Trust Is Everything: If you've ever struggled to trust your thoughts, feelings, or impulses, you're not alone. The conversation offered hope: as we learn to regulate (and accept!) our unique internal ecosystem, intuition and awareness can flourish.Bringing it Back Home: Instead of survival mode, Dr. Miguel encourages us to “come back home” to ourselves—filling our cups with connection, nourishment, movement, and acceptance, rather than burning out on outside fixes. There's no quick hack for radical self-acceptance, but embracing all facets of our ADHD is a powerful start.ADHD as an Advantage: Messy, complex, and beautifully curious—these traits can be assets in business and life. Don't let anyone oversimplify you! Meet Our Guest Dr Miguel Toribio-Mateas is a clinical neuroscientist, applied microbiologist, and nutritionist whose work bridges brain, body, and lived experience. For over 2 decades, he has explored how the gut, nervous system, and microbiome shape mood, focus, and emotional balance. Miguel is an Honorary Research Fellow at Cardiff University's School of Psychology and lectures in nutrition at the University of West London. His forthcoming book, “ADHD Body and Mind” (Jessica Kingsley Publishers) will be published in 2026. Website - LinkedIn - Instagram - Substack - Thrive With ADHD Course Make it Practical: Practice Tuning Into Your Body: Notice and respond to basic bodily needs (hunger, thirst, bio breaks, rest, or movement) instead of ignoring or suppressing them during hyperfocus or stress; and pay attention to signals of over- or understimulation Shift from External Fixes to Internal Awareness: Take time to notice what your body and emotions are asking for and explore...

SummaryIn this conversation, Danielle Strickland and Betty Dickinson explore the themes of spiritual flourishing, the importance of embodied encounters, and the need to dethrone the powers of industrialization in our spiritual lives. They discuss the significance of quality over quantity in spiritual growth, the role of relationships in flourishing, and the concept of creating an understory of mutuality. The conversation also delves into the cyclical nature of life, the importance of rest and dormancy, and God's desire for our flourishing. Ultimately, they emphasize the need for a prophetic imagination to awaken us to a different way of living that prioritizes connection and community.00:00 Introduction to The Art of Vine Making01:19 Spiritual Flourishing in a Productivity-Driven Culture03:55 Embodied Encounters and Spiritual Formation05:45 Dethroning the Powers of Disconnection09:38 The Contrast Between Industrialized and Organic Approaches13:26 Quality Over Quantity in Ministry17:00 Creating an Understory of Flourishing18:25 The Role of Shepherding in Deliverance22:59 Awakening to Prophetic Imagination27:46 Flourishing vs. Productivity33:16 The Cycles of Life and Ministry38:52 Seasons of the Soul44:25 Embracing Flourishing and Surrender‘Does God view us like a microwave?'Takeaways* Spiritual flourishing is a journey that requires community engagement.* Embodied encounters with nature can deepen our spiritual experiences.* Dethroning the powers of industrialization is essential for spiritual growth.* Quality of spiritual life is more important than quantity of output.* Relationships are key to flourishing in our spiritual lives.* Creating an understory of mutuality fosters a sense of belonging.* Shepherding is a model for liberation and care in our communities.* The prophetic imagination can awaken us to new possibilities.* Each season of life has its own significance and purpose.* God desires for us to flourish and grow in our spiritual journeys.Check out Bette's wonderful website here - https://www.bettedickinson.com/ Get full access to Right Side Up: Danielle Strickland at daniellestrickland.substack.com/subscribe

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by advice to “hack your dopamine,” or wondered why traditional approaches feel incomplete, this interview with Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas, “The Creative Scientist,” delivers refreshing insights and compassionate tools for thriving as a neurodivergent human. ADHDers often spend years trying to “fix” themselves from the outside in—through medication, planners, routines, and hacks—only to discover that true thriving might come from learning to listen to and trust their bodies. Dr Miguel introduces the concept of embodied neuroscience and explains why ADHD is far more than a brain-based disorder, unraveling the complex interplay between our nervous system, gut health, hormones, and emotional regulation.Get ready to rethink what it means to support ADHD—from the inside out.Episode Highlights:It's Not Just Dopamine: Sure, dopamine's part of the story. But Dr Miguel reminds us it's just one instrument in a much bigger orchestra of brain and body chemistry. ADHD isn't just a “brain disorder”—it's an embodied experience, affected by everything from our gut health to our hormones and daily rhythms.Stop Trying to “Hack” Yourself: Instead of endless hacks, planners, and productivity tools, what if we tuned into our internal signals? Think: listening to hunger cues, taking movement breaks, honoring our need for rest—a holistic approach that begins on the inside.Self-Trust Is Everything: If you've ever struggled to trust your thoughts, feelings, or impulses, you're not alone. The conversation offered hope: as we learn to regulate (and accept!) our unique internal ecosystem, intuition and awareness can flourish.Bringing it Back Home: Instead of survival mode, Dr. Miguel encourages us to “come back home” to ourselves—filling our cups with connection, nourishment, movement, and acceptance, rather than burning out on outside fixes. ADHD as an Advantage: Messy, complex, and beautifully curious—these traits can be assets in business and life. Don't let anyone oversimplify you! Meet Our Guest Dr Miguel Toribio-Mateas is a clinical neuroscientist, applied microbiologist, and nutritionist whose work bridges brain, body, and lived experience. For over 2 decades, he has explored how the gut, nervous system, and microbiome shape mood, focus, and emotional balance. Dr. Miguel is an Honorary Research Fellow at Cardiff University's School of Psychology and lectures in nutrition at the University of West London. His forthcoming book, “ADHD Body and Mind” (Jessica Kingsley Publishers) will be published in 2026. Website - LinkedIn - Instagram - Substack - Thrive With ADHD Course Make it Practical: Practice Tuning Into Your Body: Notice and respond to basic bodily needs (hunger, thirst, bio breaks, rest, or movement) instead of ignoring or suppressing them during hyperfocus or stress.Shift from External Fixes to Internal Awareness: Take time to notice what your body and emotions are asking for and explore activities that help you feel grounded and present (e.g., walks in nature, nourishment, movement, or connection).Work on Rebuilding Self-Trust: Reflect

In life, those closest to you have the capacity to hurt you the most. Your family. Your partner. Your "best friend." But we don't all respond to hurt the same way. Some of us verbalize it and tell everyone who will listen how we've been wronged - how we've been hurt. Others of us, however, bury it deep inside and pretend to be "okay," dismissing how we were mistreated with excuses. Both get it wrong. You cannot excuse the inexcusable, and you cannot forgive what is unnamed. In this message, Max Vanderpool outlines the FIRST STEP any of us should take when we've been hurt or wronged in life. It may not be easy - but, in the long run, it's worth it - because it's a step that leads to freedom.

In this final message of the Embodied series, Ps Nate speaks on how God redeems time.

Send us a textThis week, we're honored to sit down with the brilliant Rawiyah Tariq; a Black, fat, disabled, and neurodivergent artist, writer, and healer whose work reclaims space for marginalized bodies and spirits through ritual, storytelling, and embodiment.In this conversation, Rawiyah shares the wisdom behind their practice, A Sovereign Embodiment, and speaks candidly about navigating medical trauma, reclaiming pleasure through kink, and redefining beauty and power on their own terms.Their story is one of survival, sovereignty, and softness, a reminder that liberation begins in the body.We talk about:✨ The spiritual and emotional layers of embodiment✨ How medical trauma and fatphobia intersect✨ Kink as a space of reclamation and healing✨ The balance between ritual, magic, and practical self-care✨ What it means to hold yourself, and others, through pain and pleasureThis episode is a tender, powerful reminder that healing isn't linear; it's embodied, sacred, and deeply human.Connect with Rawiyah:

When married couple Pat McAulay and Margaret Roesch were in their 40s, they had a shared dream for old age: living in a big house with other lesbians where everyone took care of each other. That vision — and their experiences with isolation and discrimination — inspired them to build Village Hearth, the first 55+ co-housing community for LGBTQ seniors and allies in the U.S. They tell Anita what it's been like to live there for the past five years, and then a young activist shares how she's helping connect queer folks with other models for aging in community, from RV parks to affordable housing.Meet the guests:- Pat McAulay and Margaret Roesch, co-founders of Village Hearth in Durham, the first 55+ cohousing community for LGBTQ seniors and allies- Jane Haskell, director of impact and engagement at SAGE, a non-profit advocacy and service organization focused on LGBTQ seniorsRead the transcript | Review the podcast on your preferred platformFollow Embodied on Instagram Leave a message for Embodied

Emma Lyons is a trauma-informed healer and founder of The Trauma Matrix, where she helps women break up with the shame voice that's been sabotaging their success, relationships, and visibility for years. After studying law and international human rights, Emma turned away from a life path that looked good on paper but felt like slow death, and spent the next decade deep in the healing world. Despite all the therapy, yoga, mindset work, and energy practices, she still found herself stuck in loops of self-erasure, burnout, and invisibility. Finally she uncovered the deeper truth: she'd internalized a narcissistic system of control, and it was running her from the inside out. Having broken free from these constraints, Emma now helps high-functioning, heart-led women dismantle that inner narcissist, the shame voice that humiliates, controls, and impersonates them, so they can reclaim clarity, power, and nervous system freedom.5 Steps to Break up with Inner Narcissist

In this episode, Vanessa Codorniu shares her insights on the full moon in Taurus and what it means for all of us as we navigate through cosmic energies. Drawing from her deep well of astrological knowledge and personal experiences, Vanessa urges her listeners to take the essence of this full moon as a call to be present and get grounded in their bodies amid the hustle and bustle of life. Vanessa highlights the importance of intention-setting, listening to one's inner wisdom, and integrating the spiritual with the practical. Throughout the episode, Vanessa emphasizes the themes of self-worth and embodied presence. With a pragmatic approach to astrology, she illuminates how each house in a natal chart can be affected by the full moon, offering practical advice on how to reassess one's connection to their physical, emotional, and financial well-being. This episode weaves astrology into everyday life, presenting it as a tool for growth and introspection, while encouraging listeners to view the unknown as a canvas for opportunity. "We also have to flow into the direction of the things that we want," Vanessa reminds us, in hopes that we can all find a harmonious balance of self-awareness and action. For more information: BOOK A FREE CHAT  Check out my website: https://thebizbruja.com   #fullmoon #fullmoonintaurus #supermoon #scorpioseason #embodiedwisdom

Plus: How to take your thoughts less seriously and be the calmest person in the room. GuoGu (AKA Dr. Jimmy Yu) is the founder of the Tallahassee Chan Center  and a Professor of Buddhism and East Asian religions at Florida State University. He is the author of several books, including The Essence of Chan (2012), Passing Through the Gateless Barrier (2016), and Silent Illumination (2021).  In this episode we talk about: Embodied experiencing  How words and language shape our reality  The practice of wonderment  Body scan meditation  The importance of relaxation — and how to do it if you have pain  The 4 things you need in order for meditation to do its job  How to carry all of this into daily life — GuoGu gets super practical here Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel   Additional Resources:  Tallahassee Chan Center & Talks by Guo Gu (YouTube Channel)   Tickets are now on sale for a special live taping of the 10% Happier Podcast with guest Pete Holmes! Join us on November 18th in NYC for this benefit show, with all proceeds supporting the New York Insight Meditation Center. Grab your tickets here!   To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris Thanks to our sponsors:  AT&T: Staying connected matters. That's why AT&T has connectivity you can depend on, or they will proactively make it right. Visit att.com/guarantee for details. Northwest Registered Agent: Protect your privacy, build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/happierfree and start building something amazing.

This episode dives deep with Benny Fergusson, a foundational member of the show, about his journey from marketing to a career focused on connection, particularly with the body. Benny recounts how his early experiences with marketing highlighted a disconnect from himself, leading him to explore inner connection. He emphasizes that true wants come from within, citing the example of herbs like ashwagandha that foster inner connection.   Benny's current work, the Neurosomatic School, is all about understanding the body and its relationship to life. He shares his personal struggles with spinal issues in his 20s, which forced him to slow down and reconnect. He critiques externalized views of the body, like those in sports, where the body is seen as a tool for tasks rather than a source of inner wisdom.   The conversation touches on the modern world's approach to bodywork, with Mason noting the proliferation of practices like weights, yoga, and meditation to keep society from "breaking." Benny introduces his "SAFE" acronym for cultivating awareness: See, Allow, Feel, Embody. He explains that true healing isn't about fixing something broken, but about allowing what is, and creating the environmental circumstances to support the body's natural healing process. He challenges the idea of "letting go" as an act of doing, emphasizing the need to develop internal reference points for states like relaxation.   Benny also discusses the importance of integrating practice into daily life, rather than separating it as a form of escapism or spiritual ego. He advocates for exploring the full spectrum of human experience, from love to hate, to truly embody qualities. He highlights the interrelationship of things in the body, using knee pain as an example where the focus should be on supporting structures like the ankle and hip, rather than just the knee itself.   The discussion then shifts to the Neurosomatic School's approach for practitioners, focusing on bringing humanity back to health and addressing the "wounded healer" dynamic. Benny stresses the importance of personal embodiment for practitioners, as you can only guide others where you've been yourself. He outlines the school's four pillars: connection, breathing, mobility, and cultivation, emphasizing a pragmatic, individualized approach rather than a "one-size-fits-all" methodology. He aims to develop "all-terrain vehicle practitioners" who can adapt their tools to different contexts and individual needs.   Key takeaways from Benny and Mason: [00:00:37] Internal Connection as a Foundation   [00:04:43] Holistic Body Understanding   [00:17:57] Interconnectedness of the Body   [00:17:57] Pragmatic and Individualized Methodology   [00:23:47] The "SAFE" Framework for Awareness   [00:38:02] Integrating Practice into Daily Life   [00:41:48] Practitioner Embodiment and Humanity  Call to Action Alright, so we've just ripped into a deep chat with Benny Fergusson, one of the OG members of the show, about ditching the external hustle and getting real about internal connection. If you're being honest with yourself and you're tired of just throwing bodywork at a problem to keep from 'breaking,' this is your next, essential step.   The Neurosomatic School isn't just theory; it's the pragmatic, individualized approach that moves beyond the spiritual ego and 'unembodied advice.' It's time to truly apply the SAFE Framework and embrace the messy spectrum of human experience. Remember, as Benny says, you can only guide others where you've been yourself.   Dive into the four core pillars: Connection, Breathing, Mobility, and Cultivation. This work is about building real, internal reference points and developing those "all-terrain vehicle" skills.   Ready to get out of the superficial and start living the work? Don't just listen to the wisdom—go embody it.

Is embodiment a tool in the ongoing fight for collective justice? In the intro, I share how the wellness world shaped my understanding of embodiment (why it matters and what it is for) and share how two decades of navel-gazing conditioned me to be complacent in the face of injustice. I catch us up on some current events, then share a riveting interview with Dr. Lesa Clark, a strategic leader in intercultural engagement and equity. Lesa shares personal stories from her family's history and how they shaped a lifelong commitment to social justice. She and I discuss embodied leadership, the importance of integrity (vs. performativity) in DEI initiatives, and the need for collective action and courage to confront oppressive systems. Lesa speaks to the complex interplay between leadership and followership, inviting us to break free from groupthink and to embody values that foster societal change. The discussion concludes with reflections on resilience, allyship, and the pursuit of justice.Dr. Lesa C. Clark is a strategic leader with expertise in intercultural engagement, leadership development, and equity. With over 20 years of experience, she empowers organizations and individuals to cultivate inclusive cultures that prioritize diversity and facilitate authentic cross-cultural engagement. As the former Executive Director for Intercultural Relations and Women's and Gender Equity Centers at Old Dominion University, Dr. Clark spearheaded collaborative campus-wide DEI initiatives. She developed and instructed courses centered on cultural humility, connecting this framework to cultural competency and emotional intelligence. She recently completed a three-year research project that foregrounds the leadership of Black birth workers, a designation frequently overlooked in both academic literature and professional settings. Dr. Lesa Clark demonstrates how culturally grounded ancestral practices challenge and dismantle harmful practices, advancing more responsive and equitable maternal healthcare. Additionally, her work explores the leadership of Black women in Kenya, South Africa, and the United States, offering a comprehensive, global, and historical analysis of intersectional leadership and advocacy. Dr. Clark has advanced intersectional leadership paradigms that promote inclusion, respect, and equity, envisioning and enabling the development of systems and communities in which all members are empowered to flourish, thrive, and lead effectively.Referenced In This Episode:How To Stand Up to a Dictator, by Maria RessaACLU - Neglect & Abuse in ICE DetentionAnthony Boyd - Equal Justice InitiativeDr. Resmaa Menakem - Somatic AbolitionismTo Stop a Tyrant, by Ira Chaleff Donna Ladkin - On EmbodimentSupport the showThe stories and opinions shared in this episode are based on personal experience and are not intended to malign any individual, group, or organization.Join The Deeper Pulse at Patreon for weekly bonus episodes + other exclusive bonus content. Follow The Deeper Pulse on IG @thedeeperpulse + @candiceschutter for more regular updates.

Licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist Erica Hornthal (“The Therapist Who Moves You”) joins Aaron to explain how changing the way we move changes the way we feel. Recorded on November 3, 2025, the conversation grounds movement therapy in the realities of Chicagoland life: financial pressure, screen-driven immobility, community trauma in Highland Park, and heightened anxiety around recent ICE activity across the North Shore. Erica shares practical, accessible ways to regulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and communicate nonverbally when words are not enough.Key TakeawaysMovement is already part of therapy: posture shifts, breathing, pacing, and small gestures can be therapeutic starting points.We have “out-evolved” our natural instinct to move; immobility amplifies anxiety.Stressors show up differently across communities. Whether it is public-safety trauma or fear tied to immigration enforcement, the body stores that stress.You can change your state by changing your movement, even with simple, seated interventions.Nonverbal work helps couples and families de-escalate conflict and build empathy.Parents can meet kids' energy with movement rather than suppression, then teach time-and-place skills.Research supports dance and movement as effective for anxiety and depression; therapy fit and relationship still matter most.Practical access: look for “somatic,” “body-oriented,” or “creative arts therapy” in your area; insurance coverage depends on the clinician's license.Timestamps00:00 Intro to Erica and dance/movement therapy02:00 What movement therapy looks like in practice04:50 Why Erica wrote “BodyTalk” and how readers use it08:15 Why we feel so stressed today, and how immobility feeds anxiety10:45 Local context: Highland Park trauma and recent ICE activity on the North Shore12:30 Changing movement to change mood and cognition15:15 Treating the “snake bite” before debating the “why”16:00 Individual vs group work, and what movement builds between people17:35 Getting over discomfort and starting small20:40 A simple intervention: washing hands slowly to interrupt anxiety22:20 Working across ages: from 3 to 10726:15 Coaching kids and meeting their movement needs31:30 Nonverbal communication in relationships and negotiations35:00 “Embodied listening” and the limits of AI for mental health39:30 Walks, showers, and why ideas arrive during movement42:00 Using your body as a free mental health resource43:00 Finding somatic or creative arts therapists and dealing with insurance46:45 What the research says about dance, anxiety, and depression49:00 Where to find Erica and her books50:00 ClosingPractical Exercises MentionedSeated reset: notice shoulders, jaw, feet; slow your breath and lengthen exhale.Pattern interrupt: pick one daily action and do it slowly for 20 seconds (example: handwashing) to downshift intensity.Conflict pause: step outside or to separate corners, walk, then reconvene.With kids: “shake out the wiggles,” go outside for 60 seconds, then return.GuestErica Hornthal, LCPC, BC-DMTFounder and CEO, Chicago Dance TherapyAuthor of BodyTalk, Body Aware, and The Movement Therapy DeckWebsite: https://www.ericahornthal.comPractice: https://www.chicagodancetherapy.comInstagram: @thetherapistwhomovesyouEmail: erica@hornthal.comResources MentionedBodyTalk: 365 Gentle Practices to Get Out of Your Head and Into Your BodyBody AwareThe Movement Therapy DeckSearch terms for local care: “somatic therapy,” “body-oriented therapy,” “creative arts therapy,” “dance movement therapy,” plus your city.For Listeners in ChicagolandIf anxiety has spiked for you or your family due to recent events in the region, consider brief, daily movement check-ins. Even small posture and breath changes can reduce a constant state of alert. Nonverbal practices can help when words feel risky or overwhelming. ConnectHost: Aaron Masliansky — The Chicagoland GuideSubscribe, rate, and share if this episode helped you. New episodes highlight people and ideas that make Chicagoland a great place to live. Thank you for listening to The Chicagoland Guide!For more insights into the best places to live, work, and explore in Chicagoland, visit thechicagolandguide.com. Connect with us on social media for more updates and behind-the-scenes content. If you have any questions or want to share your own Chicagoland stories, feel free to reach out! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode.

Self-worth is the operating system running your relationships, career, stress, sex life—even your biology. Update it and everything upgrades.Self-worth ≠ self-esteem. Dr. John maps 5 realms that shape love, success, health, and meaning—plus simple practices to feel enough now.Self-worth isn't a warm fuzzy—it's the master switch for how you love, lead, and live. In this episode, Dr. John breaks down The 5 Realms of Self-Worth — Inner, Relational, Achievement, Embodied, and Existential—and shows why chasing self-esteem (external approval) keeps you stuck while building self-worth (inherent value) sets you free. Expect science, stories, irreverence, and real-world practices men actually use.You'll learn: The clean split between self-esteem (weather) and self-worth (climate) How self-worth changes your nervous system, not just your mood Why achievement-based value leads to burnout—and what to do instead Repair > defend: the 30-second reset that deepens connection Two micro-practices that start rewiring “not enough” todayPerfect for: high-performing men, partners who love them, and anyone tired of hustling for approval. 03:10 Self-esteem ≠ self-worth (and why that matters) 07:20 Realm 1—Inner: upgrading the voice in your head 14:05 Realm 2—Relational: love, boundaries, repair 20:40 Realm 3—Achievement: worth beyond output 27:15 Realm 4—Embodied: your body's self-worth story 33:30 Realm 5—Existential: meaning, purpose, service 40:00 Close: one realm up, all realms riseIf this hits home, share it with a guy who's crushing goals but starving for “enoughness.”Connect Like An Evolved Caveman: TheEvolvedCaveman.com GuideToSelf.com

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This fascinating conversation with Anjali Rao reveals yoga's complex and often untold stories, challenging us to think beyond the simplified narratives we usually hear. Rather than viewing yoga as a static, ancient practice, Anjali shows us how it has always been shaped by social, political, and cultural forces. Her book "Yoga as Embodied Resistance" uncovers the voices of women and marginalised communities throughout history who used yoga as a tool for liberation and resistance, even when dominant power structures tried to exclude them. One of the most compelling aspects of the discussion is how Anjali approaches her research. She describes it as "an embodied, intuitive process" - a non-linear journey of connecting stories and perspectives that might otherwise remain scattered. Through storytelling, she humanises history, making these forgotten narratives accessible and relatable. As she puts it, "Storytelling humanises. Everybody can relate to stories." This approach reveals remarkable individuals from different periods who challenged gender and caste norms, offering us alternative ways of understanding spirituality and personal transformation. The conversation also dives into the political dimensions of language, particularly Sanskrit, which has historically been a tool of power and exclusion. Anjali explains how "only dominant caste men were permitted to use Sanskrit," and how colonial scholarship further amplified these dynamics. Yet she also shows us how language has always been fluid and dynamic, with Sanskrit itself absorbing influences from regional languages across India. Perhaps most importantly, Anjali invites us to embrace complexity and reject binary thinking in our understanding of yoga and transformation. She emphasises the importance of "building capacity for ourselves and in our communities to hold multiplicities" - recognising that yoga's true power lies not in perfectionism or rigid adherence to tradition, but in its potential for ongoing personal and collective liberation. This perspective offers a refreshing alternative to the often commercialised and simplified version of yoga we encounter today.

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In Part Two of this transformative conversation, Anjali Rao and Hannah go deeper into the lived practice of yoga; how to honour its complexity, language and lineage while teaching with integrity and inclusivity.Anjali unpacks the layered meanings of dharma, reflects on how the concept of true self transcends gender and caste, and explains why Sanskrit is both a source of beauty and a symbol of privilege. She shares how teachers can create spaces of care, accountability and liberation by engaging with history rather than avoiding it.In this episode:What dharma really means — and how to use it with integrityThe idea of the true self beyond identity, caste, and genderWhy Sanskrit can be both sacred and exclusionaryHow to strip away old hierarchies and make yoga spaces truly inclusiveWhat liberation might look like in today's yoga worldThis episode is an invitation to practise yoga as awareness in action; thoughtful, embodied and deeply human.About AnjaliAnjali Rao is a yoga educator-practitioner whose work deconstructs the dynamics of power in yoga with a multidisciplinary approach integrating philosophy, art and history. She offers insight into the stories that have been obscured by heteropatriarchy, orthodoxy, and colonization. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Philosophy and Religion at the California Institute of Integral Studies, exploring the formulation of movements of dissent and resistance in the religio-spiritual context. She is on the faculty of many yoga teacher training and continuing education programs. She is also the host of The Love of Yoga podcast, where she shares thought-provoking conversations with yoga scholars and activists on the frontlines of liberatory movements.⁠Anjali's brand new book, Yoga as Embodied Resistance is now available to buy here. ⁠About Alba Yoga Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more with Alba Yoga Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch our extensive library of YouTube videos.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Hannah on Instagram.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Celest on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this Mindfulness Exercises Podcast episode, Sean Fargo sits down with Mark Walsh, founder of Embodiment Unlimited, to explore the profound connection between mindfulness, embodiment, and trauma-informed coaching. Mark is a leading voice in embodied mindfulness, known for blending humor, honesty, and heart-centered awareness into the worlds of coaching, somatic psychology, and body-based transformation.Together, Sean and Mark dive into practical, embodied tools for: Reconnecting the body and mind through mindfulness and movement Cultivating self-awareness, resilience, and compassion through embodiment Creating healthy boundaries and overcoming people-pleasing tendencies Approaching trauma with sensitivity without fragility Bringing humor and authenticity back into mindfulness teaching Building a mindfulness or embodiment coaching business in the age of AI and disconnection They also explore Mark's 26-Pose Embodied Toolkit, discuss embodiment in war zones and leadership, and challenge the rise of politicized mindfulness with curiosity and courage.

If you've ever wondered why healing can feel so hard—why it sometimes feels like one step forward and two steps back—you're not alone.For a long time, I thought I could heal by reading enough books, journaling more, or simply “being strong.” I believed that if I just worked hard enough on myself, I could finally move on from the past.But the truth is… you cannot heal alone. None of us can.Healing is not a straight line—it's a journey that unfolds in six essential phases.Each one asks something different of us: courage, surrender, curiosity, community, embodiment, and eventually, reinvention.And when we begin to see where we are in that journey, everything starts to make sense.In this week's episode of Heal Your Relationships, I'm walking you through:What each of these six phases looks likeWhy we get “stuck” in certain stages (and how to move through them)Why true healing requires community and belongingHow to make your healing journey a priority—without suffering through itThese six phases changed the way I see my own past, my relationships, and even my purpose—and I hope they'll do the same for you.Timestamps:0:00 Why healing feels so hard — and why you can't do it alone04:44 Phase 1: The emotionally reactive stage (and the moment that sparks change)07:28 Phase 2: Gathering information — why learning is only the beginning09:46 Phase 3: Finding community and belonging — the real key to lasting change14:04 Phase 4: Embodied healing — when your nervous system finally feels safe15:32 Phase 5: Practicing your true self in real life17:19 Phase 6: Reinvention — living as your healed, whole self19:22 Reflection prompts to help you see where you are in your own healing journeyOh—and if you have something you're navigating and would love my take on it... You can submit a question or situation for a future episode right here (totally anonymous!): Submit your questionP.S. Love the podcast? Reviews help us spread these life-changing tools far and wide. If you leave a 5-star review and submit a screenshot here, I'll send you my Rapid Relationship Repair mini-course—a short but powerful set of tools to reduce conflict and improve connection immediately.FREE tools:Get FREE access to my ‘Conflict Cure' mini-course, plus weekly relationship tools delivered straight to your inbox —> https://bit.ly/RelationalIQ-NewsletterNeed more customized support? Apply for a Relationship Breakthrough Call with Dr. Kavetha Sun —> https://go.oncehub.com/BreakthroughCallwithDrKavethaSun

There's a reason the patriarchy fears a woman who's connected to her erotic power. Because when a woman is connected to her erotic power, she becomes ungovernable. She no longer obeys systems of control or follows the patriarchal rules...she creates her own. In this episode of Eros Money Power, I explore why erotic energy is the most revolutionary force on the planet. This isn't only about sex—it's about your life force, your leadership, and the way your turn-on becomes an act of defiance against oppression and the key to the liberation and empowerment of others. We're talking about what happens when women reclaim the very energy designed to be shamed, suppressed, and silenced…and how it becomes the fire that burns down corrupt systems and births a new world through us. Inside this episode, you'll hear about: Eros is revolutionary: The erotic is life force itself. It dismantles systems of oppression and rebirths what's left into something regenerative, powerful, and humanity-centered. Embodied erotic leadership is political: Your nervous system, your eroticism, and your leadership are all intertwined. A regulated, erotically alive woman cannot be controlled. Pleasure as protest: When you source your leadership from eros instead of fear, you model a new paradigm of power—one rooted in aliveness, connection, and freedom NOT dominance. Erotic women are ungovernable: When you're resourced in your erotic power, you become formidable—a woman whose influence, wealth, and movement ripple far beyond herself. Legacy through eros: The more you embody this power, the more your work becomes a living act of liberation—for you, your lineage, and humanity itself. A legacy that outlasts you. If you're a woman leader who lives on the fringe of society, who refuses to be silenced, shamed, or oppressed, who's ready to lead, create, and move from her deepest erotic aliveness...you belong inside LEAD FROM YOUR EROTIC EDGE.  This free 5-day experience inside Telegram is your initiation into the new paradigm of leadership where eros meets embodiment and power meets peace. You'll learn how to command your influence, seduce your next level into reality, and lead movements that actually change the world. We begin November 10–14. Enter the portal here: https://www.theamberrenee.com/lead/ Come claim your seat in the limited-time, exclusive inner circle and feel what it's like to lead from your most powerful, erotic edge.

The Gospel of the Skull Crusher | KWR0053 Kingdom War Room Hosts: Dr. Michael K. Lake: Founder, Biblical Life College and Seminary, Scholar-in-Residence, Biblical Life Assembly, Co-Host of the Kingdom Intelligence Briefing, and Best-Selling Author. Dr. Mike Spaulding: Pastor, Lima Calvary Chapel, Host of Dr. Mike Live, aplogetist, and a prolific author. Dr. Corby Shuey: Pastor, Mount Zion Road Church, President-Elect of Biblical Life Seminary, and Christian author. Guest: Joel Richardson is a New York Times bestselling author, filmmaker, and Bible teacher known for his clear and passionate teaching on biblical prophecy, the return of Jesus, and God's redemptive plan for Israel and the nations. Through his books, films, and online content, Joel seeks to equip believers with a grounded, apocalyptic hope rooted in the Scriptures. The Gospel of the Skull Crusher: The Gloriously Good News of God's Plan to Fix Everything is a sweeping journey through the entire biblical story—from Eden to the New Jerusalem—revealing the Messiah as the promised "seed of the woman" who crushes the serpent's head (Genesis 3:15). This book traces the war between the two seeds through every major covenant, prophecy, and hope of Scripture. Combining biblical theology, prophetic insight, and devotional clarity, Joel Richardson unveils how the gospel is not merely about escaping this world, but about God's promise to restore all things through the victorious reign of His Son. To Purchase Book: store.joelstrumpet.com == Description Dr. Michael Lake is joined by Dr. Mike Spaulding, Dr. Corby Shuey, and special guest Joel Richardson (NYT bestselling author, filmmaker, Bible teacher) to unpack Joel's new book, The Gospel of the Skull Crusher: The Glorious Good News of God's Plan for Fixing Everything. From Genesis 3:15 and the "war of the seeds" to Jesus as the Divine Warrior, we explore why the Bible is not just a promise book—it's a war narrative with a guaranteed victory at the Cross, fully manifested at the Lord's return. We tackle the "now and not yet" paradigm, embodied hope and the resurrection, the prophetic centrality of Israel (Abrahamic & Davidic covenants), and why recovering a Hebraic, non-Platonic worldview matters for discipleship, evangelism, and everyday faith. Joel also shares why he crafted a tactile, heirloom-quality book (linen cover, foil, ribbon, full-color art) to help readers slow down, wonder, and worship—plus how to access his ongoing chapter-by-chapter Bible study series. Guest: Joel Richardson — joelstrumpet.com Book (direct): store.joelstrumpet.com Joel's App: "Joel Richardson Ministries" (iOS/Android) Partner with the Ministry: Kingdom Intelligence Briefing — https://www.kingdomintelligencebriefing.com Donate: store.biblicallifeassembly.org Mail: Biblical Life, P.O. Box 160, Seymour, MO 65746-0160 Scripture noted (ESV): "Beloved, we are God's children now, and what we will be has not yet appeared; but we know that when he appears we shall be like him, because we shall see him as he is." — 1 John 3:2 (ESV) — Timeline of Topics (Adjust timestamps to your final edit length.) 00:00 – Opening & welcome; panel introductions; Joel's new book 02:10 – The Bible as a war narrative: Genesis 3:15 and the "war of the seeds" 06:40 – Jesus as Divine Warrior vs. the "soft" cultural caricature 09:55 – Rethinking "now and not yet": why the emphasis lands on "not yet" 15:20 – Embodied hope: resurrection, real bodies, real creation, real joy 19:45 – 1 John 2:28–3:3 and our identity as children of God (ESV) 24:30 – Speculative theology: timing of consciousness and the resurrection 28:40 – Heaven as the parent reality; millennial reign & restored order 34:55 – David & Goliath as prophetic pattern: skull-crushing the serpent 40:50 – Israel in God's plan: Abrahamic/Davidic covenants; restoration theme 49:30 – One New Man: Jews & Gentiles, veils lifted, Torah rightly understood 55:05 – Calling the Church out of Platonism and biblical illiteracy 1:00:20 – Making a tactile, heirloom book: design, art, and intent 1:05:10 – Tech vs. embodiment: reading slowly, discipling hearts 1:09:00 – Where to get the book; Joel's YouTube/app study series 1:12:10 – Final encouragements & how to partner with the ministry Hashtags #JoelRichardson, #GospelOfTheSkullCrusher, #Genesis315, #DivineWarrior, #Eschatology, #KingdomOfGod, #NowAndNotYet, #Israel, #AbrahamicCovenant, #DavidicCovenant, #BiblicalLifeTV, #Remnant, #EndTimes, #ResurrectionHope, #MessianicProphecy

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What if the body already knows what the mind can't quite say? In this episode of Mind Your Own Karma: Beyond the Bandage, Dr. Marybeth Weinstock, PhD, BC-DMT, unpacks the healing language of movement. A lifelong dancer, somatic therapist, and creative arts practitioner, Marybeth explains how Dance/Movement Therapy helps unlock trauma, reconnect people with their bodies, and offer new pathways to transformation.We explore how she integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS), why movement accesses truth in ways talk therapy can't, and what to do if the idea of “dancing” your way to healing makes you uncomfortable.This episode is for anyone ready to step out of their head and into their body-and discover what's waiting there.What you'll learn in this episode: ·      What Dance/Movement Therapy actually is-and isn't.·      Why movement is a doorway to healing that words can't always open.·      The difference between Creative Arts and Expressive Arts Therapies.·      How Dr. Marybeth integrates IFS with somatic practices.·      Common resistances clients face with movement-based therapy.·      How body image and disconnection show up-and how DMT can help.·      Why she calls her approach a methodology, not just a modality.. A powerful story of transformation through movement.A gentle first step for those curious but hesitant to try it. Where to find Dr. Marybeth Weinstock:www.creativetransition.net How to find Melissa:Email me at MindYourOwnKarma@gmail.comMYOK on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mind_your_own_karma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MYOK on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/mindyourownkarma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MYOK on YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MindYourOwnKarma⁠⁠Somatic Healing Journeys: https://www.somatichealingjourneys.com/#DanceMovementTherapy#SomaticHealing #IFS #CreativeArtsTherapy #EmbodiedHealing #MindBodyConnection#MovementIsMedicine #BodyWisdom #HealingThroughMovement #AdoptionHealing#TherapyAlternatives #TraumaHealing #SomaticTherapy #MindYourOwnKarma#SomaticMindfulGuidedImagery #SMGI #SomaticHealingJourneys

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In this episode, Andrew speaks directly to one of the deepest sources of pain in the BDSM and power-exchange community: the instinct to hide. He explores how secrecy masquerades as safety, how it keeps shame alive, and how the simple act of being seen becomes an act of leadership. Drawing from five and a half years of living and teaching dominance and submission in real life and online, Andrew unpacks: • The childhood roots of hiding. How we learn early that approval is safer than authenticity—and how that same nervous-system conditioning later fuels shame around desire. • The illusion of safety. Why hiding behind faceless profiles and “privacy” stories reinforces the belief that what you love is wrong. • The feedback loop of shame. How secrecy feeds the very fear you're trying to escape, and why authenticity—not control—is the only real safety. • The difference between privacy and secrecy. Privacy is a boundary. Secrecy is a cage built by shame. • Visibility as cultural leadership. When ethical, loving couples live their truth openly, they don't just free themselves—they re-educate the world and remove cover for predators who exploit the shadows. • Integrity and wholeness. You can't live at peace when your inner world and outer life don't match. Hiding fractures your self-trust. • Courage before safety. Waiting to feel safe before living authentically keeps you small. Courage creates the safety you're seeking. • Embodied freedom. The power that comes when there's nothing left to hide—when you own your story so fully that no one can weaponize it against you. Andrew closes with a reminder that this work goes far beyond kink. Hiding any true part of yourself—your desire, your faith, your power, your voice—is a quiet form of self-betrayal. Shame dies in the light, and every time one of us stops hiding, the world becomes a little freer. Resources & Next Steps If you're ready to go deeper, explore our courses and offerings: • Rapture — a journey into devotional D/s and erotic embodiment. https://infinitedevotion.com/rapture • Becoming a Dominant Man — Andrew's path for men ready to lead with clarity and integrity. https://infinitedevotion.com/becoming-a-dominant-man • Structuring Your D/s Dynamic — build a relationship structure that actually works for you. https://infinitedevotion.com/structuring-your-ds-dynamic • OnlyFans. Take a look inside our bedroom. https://dawnofdesire.net ⸻ Stay Connected • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. • Join our email list for updates and new episodes: https://infinitedevotion.com • Follow us on Instagram: @_infinitedevotion.

Dissociation isn't a personal failure, it's your mind's brilliant survival strategy when trauma overwhelms your system. The mind and body intentionally separate during abuse, creating distance like a referee stopping a brutal boxing match, but this protective mechanism can persist long after you're safe. You learn what it means when your body won't feel what your mind knows is true, why safer people trigger more alarm bells than dangerous ones, and how trauma flip-flops your natural safety detection system. Through five embodiment exercises, you practice reuniting fragmented parts by feeling baby smiles, warm morning rituals, pet devotion, music's beat, and uncontrollable laughter. Integration requires strength training your emotional muscles through repetition, moving wisdom from head knowledge down into body knowledge where real healing lives. This reintegration work isn't optional if you're now in safer circumstances with adult choices available, because continuing to live by what abusers taught your nervous system means they're still abusing you today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I did an interview with Raag Harshavat, AR Developer Relations at Snapchat, at Snap's Developer Conference of Lensfest. See more context in the rough transcript below. This is a listener-supported podcast through the Voices of VR Patreon. Music: Fatality

On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with author and transformation coach Chandra Lynn about her framework Root to Rise: How to Love Life. Chandra breaks down the five “root” areas (health, relationships/self, career, friends, family) and the six human needs adapted from Maslow to show how high achievers and everyday people get stuck in survival mode—and how to shift into purposeful, balanced living. You'll learn practical tools like the Emotional Triad, simple journaling prompts (“What do I want? Why do I want it? What am I willing to do about it?”), and how defining your taproot (your why) becomes fuel for resilient action.   About the guest  : Chandra Lynn is the author of Root to Rise: How to Love Life, a certified transformation coach, and founder of GlowLiving. After 25 years leading marketing for brands like Apple and Mercedes, she built a method blending human needs psychology with soulful practices to help people cultivate resilience, balance, and purpose.   Key takeaways: Root to Rise framework: Balance five roots—health, relationship/self, career, friends, family—then align them with six human needs to exit survival mode and create fulfillment. Six human needs (adapted): Security/certainty, variety, connection/intimacy, growth, significance/self-worth, and transcendence/contribution. From overwhelm to clarity: Use three prompts—What do I want? Why do I want it? What am I willing to do about it?—to prioritize healthy, meaningful action. Emotional Triad tool: Shift state by changing (1) physiology (move, breathe, sunlight), (2) focus (gratitude, possibility), and (3) meaning/self-talk (be your own best friend). Taproot = your why: Identify the deeper motivation that sustains momentum when discipline fades (e.g., showing up as the best parent/leader/creator). Embodied signals: Survival mode shows up as tension, sleep and appetite swings; fulfillment feels balanced, energized, and self-supportive. Journal to integrate: Ask great questions, write first, analyze later—let insight surface before you optimize. Update the blueprint: Release outdated childhood expectations; define success on present values, not social comparison.   Connect with the guest   Website: https://glowliving.com/ Signed book + 25% off (U.S. only): glowliving.etsy.com — use code THRIVE25 Also available on Amazon (international orders)   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik   Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.   Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

What if everything you thought you knew about yoga's history was only part of the story?In this powerful conversation, yoga educator and researcher Anjali Rao joins Hannah to explore the roots of yoga that are often left out of modern narratives. From her personal journey as a cancer survivor to her deep dive into philosophy, caste, and patriarchy, Anjali invites us to see yoga not as a single tradition, but as a tapestry shaped by countless voices, movements, and histories.Together, they unpack common myths about yoga's origins and discuss what it really means to practise with awareness of culture, context, and power.In this episode:Anjali's story of rediscovering yoga after surviving breast cancerWhy yoga has never been a monolithThe myth of “yoga as union” and what the teachings really point toHow caste, gender, and power dynamics shape modern yoga spacesWhy it's time to question what we've been taught about yoga's originsThis episode will challenge what you think you know and open new ways of seeing yoga's depth and diversity.About AnjaliAnjali Rao is a yoga educator-practitioner whose work deconstructs the dynamics of power in yoga with a multidisciplinary approach integrating philosophy, art and history. She offers insight into the stories that have been obscured by heteropatriarchy, orthodoxy, and colonization. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Philosophy and Religion at the California Institute of Integral Studies, exploring the formulation of movements of dissent and resistance in the religio-spiritual context. She is on the faculty of many yoga teacher training and continuing education programs. She is also the host of The Love of Yoga podcast, where she shares thought-provoking conversations with yoga scholars and activists on the frontlines of liberatory movements.Anjali's brand new book, Yoga as Embodied Resistance is now available to buy here. About Alba Yoga Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more with Alba Yoga Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch our extensive library of YouTube videos.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Hannah on Instagram.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Celest on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, originally published in 2023, we speak with Prof. David Haberman from Indiana University about his extensive work documenting how Hindus bring trees, stones, and mountains into their religious worship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever feel like you know all the “right” things to do in a relationship, but when the moment comes, your body is flooded with stress, your voice tightens, or you just shut down? Many of us long for deep connection and trust, but when life gets real, our nervous system can hijack our best intentions. The invisible forces of old wounds, protective patterns, and the lightning-fast reactions of our bodies can make true safety in love feel just out of reach. In this episode, you'll discover practical ways to bridge the gap between knowing and feeling safe and connected with your partner. Drawing on insights from attachment and polyvagal theory, somatic psychology, and real-world relationship experiences, the conversation sheds light on what “embodied safety” truly means—and why it's the foundation for intimacy, trust, and even passion. Listeners will come away with tools to notice their body's cues, co-regulate with a partner, and develop relational intelligence that supports lasting, resilient love—even when challenges arise. Aubrey Aust is a writer and master's candidate at NYU studying relational psychology and philosophy. Her work explores how emotional safety, embodiment, and relational intelligence shape intimacy and trust. Drawing from attachment theory, polyvagal theory, and somatic psychology, Aubrey helps individuals and couples understand how to build safety in relationships through both the mind and the body. She is passionate about making complex psychological insights practical, soulful, and deeply human.   Episode Highlights 08:38 How our bodies subconsciously sense safety or danger in relationships. 10:32 The importance of nonverbal cues and body sensations in emotional communication. 16:50 Identifying and changing self-protective behaviors that block intimacy. 19:10 Accessing vulnerability for co-regulation. 21:54 How consistency shapes true relational growth. 26:32 Navigating the tension between meeting others' needs and self-care in daily life. 28:08 How curiosity about intense emotions can help heal shame and estrangement. 32:04 How understanding core needs brings freedom and new options in relationships. 35:17 Rewiring your reactions: How noticing your nervous system transforms relationships. 38:39 How small shifts in attention can instantly calm your nervous system. 41:30 Unlocking the power to heal and evolve through relationship challenges.   Your Check List of Actions to Take Take conscious pauses to slow down and deepen your breath, helping you regulate stress and become more present in relationships. Practice tuning into your bodily sensations during interactions—notice tension, breath patterns, or relaxation—to better understand your felt sense of safety. Build somatic awareness by gently observing your physical reactions when you feel unsafe or activated, such as tightness, speeding up, or shutting down. Create check-in rituals with your partner to attune to each other's nervous system cues, like noticing changes in body language, tone, or energy. Normalize and expect moments of rupture or conflict, and view them as opportunities to build relational trust through repair and open communication. Get curious about your protective patterns (such as people-pleasing, avoidance, or hyper-independence) and consider when they may no longer serve intimacy. Use subtle self-regulation techniques in social situations, like grounding your feet, gently pressing your fingers together, or scanning the room to calm your nervous system. When you feel dysregulated in a conversation, ask clarifying questions or take a brief pause to gather yourself instead of reacting from a place of activation.   Mentioned It Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Social Baseline Theory (National Library of Medicine article) Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (Psychology Today) Polyvegal Theory (Polyvagal Institute) ERP 261: How To Strengthen Your Relationship From A Polyvagal Perspective – An Interview with Dr. Stephen Porges ERP 276: Understanding The Need For Both Self-Regulation And Co-Regulation In Relationship – An interview With Deb Dana Evolve in Love (program) Evolve In Love Discovery Session with Dr. Jessica Higgins (Acuity booking link)   Connect with Aubrey Aust Websites: aubreyaust.com YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCozW2k08GkMQbjs1vyN_Fkw Instagram: www.instagram.com/aubrey__aust LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aubrey-aust-8b7744174  Newsletter: aubreyaust.com/newsletter  

David Hutchens: Story Dash David Hutchens works with leaders around the world to find, craft, and tell their most urgent stories for the purpose of creating shared meaning, preserving culture, disseminating learning, and speeding change in organizations. He has taught the Storytelling Leader program at some of the most influential organizations, including NASA, Paypal, Loreal Paris, Cisco, Walmart, Google, and FedEx. He's written many books, including the Circle of the 9 Muses, Story Dash, and The Leadership Story Deck. When organizational change is happening, leaders need to be intentional about lining up with culture, especially if it's the time to shift that culture just a bit. We often do the logistics well, but we miss the power of both the human and emotional connections. In this episode, David and I discuss how story can help us make a meaningful shift. Key Points The organizations that are being intentional about culture are also being intentional about story. Getting beyond the logistics of changes and leaning first into humanity and emotion help people frame cultural shifts. Leaders go first. Embodied stories from leaders are surprising, counter-cultural, and repeatable. Asking for stories is rarely sufficient. Instead, invite stories through intentional prompts like, “Tell me about a time you felt more engaged, alive, and happiest in your work here.” Received stories are the ones told by employees. Adding an emotion word to an invitation such as, “What's a time you were proud?” often surfaces more genuine stories. David is now a Coaching for Leaders expert partner. Connect with him to discover how he might support your organization in making a meaningful cultural shift via our partners page or email him directly at david@davidhutchens.com. Resources Mentioned Circle of the 9 Muses: A Storytelling Field Guide for Innovators and Meaning Makers by David Hutchens (Amazon, Bookshop)* Story Dash: Find, Develop, and Activate Your Most Valuable Business Stories…In Just a Few Hours by David Hutchens (Amazon)* Leadership Story Deck by David Hutchens (Amazon)* Related Episodes Leadership Means You Go First, with Keith Ferrazzi (episode 488) How to Start Finding Useful Stories, with David Hutchens (episode 593) How to Bring Out the Best in People, with Donna Hicks (episode 724) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

Step into this week's powerful astrological energies as we navigate the Libra New Moon, Pluto transformations, and the potent Dark Goddess archetypes — Lilith, Eris, Medusa, Persephone and Isis. This week is all about soul alignment, shadow work, and reclaiming your power. Whether you're diving into New Moon intentions, deep feminine wisdom, or shamanic initiation… The post 344 – Embodied Astrology Oct 20-26 | Libra New Moon | Pluto Power + Dark Goddess Astrology appeared first on Rewilding for Women.