Untethered with Jen Liss

Do you remember what made your heart sing at seven years old? What if this was the secret to finding your greatest joy and contribution right now, in the yearr 2024?!

In this Thursday Thread episode that calls back to the previous episode featuring The Traveling Island Girl, Riselle Celestina, we take a heartfelt look back at the sparks of joy that once defined us. 

I invite you to step into 2024 with eyes wide open to the possibilities that lie ahead in your journey towards authenticity by taking a little peek back at your history. Imagine if you were to craft a year defined by your truest desires, where you can capture the essence of your childlike wonder. This is where true magic begins to unfold!

The year ahead is our canvas, and it's high time we painted it with the vibrant hues of fun, abundance, and true connections. Our episode concludes with a guided meditative journey through mindfulness and breathwork, inviting you to cultivate a life by design, not by default. 

We're not just sharing insights; we're building a community of listeners eager to embrace their inner brilliance and share their own transformative experiences. Shine on, unicorn!

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Ever felt shackled by the weight of others' expectations, or struggled to unearth your true self amidst societal norms?

Join down with the indomitable Riselle Celestina, the Traveling Island Girl, to unravel these very predicaments. Riselle's midlife awakening underscores our chat about the liberating pursuit of authenticity and the art of joyously crafting a life that resonates with our innermost desires.

Riselle and I delve into the nuances of constructive communication and the importance of nurturing self-compassion. By embracing exercises like mirror affirmations and reframing negative self-talk, we underscore how treating ourselves with kindness can transform life's obstacles into stepping stones for growth. This episode is a heartfelt reminder of how empowering it is to speak to oneself with the same encouragement and empathy we offer others.

Rounding off our discussion, we revisit the essence of the Traveling Island Girl ethos: empowering women through shared travel experiences and the profound personal growth that accompanies them.

We also dissect the intricate dance with social media, advocating for content creation that fosters genuine connections and serves audiences. This episode is brimming with revelations and strategies that encourage listeners to boldly wield social media tools to carve out a balanced, intentional digital life. Tune in for an inspiring blend of empowerment, self-discovery, and the unwavering courage to live true to oneself.

Meet Riselle
Riselle Celestina is a well-known content creator based on the island of St. Maarten. Through her brand The Traveling Island Girl she explores and shares the Caribbean region but mostly she shares about her island home St. Maarten, a place she has been calling home for 23 years. Originating from the blue coasts of Curaçao, and after a  brief 6 years in the Netherlands, she settled on the Dutch side of this dual nation island. It is here that she discovered the power within her to transform her life and live authentically.

Riselle started her blog about 8 years ago to empower women through travel and to promote the Caribbean region. She has since become a source of travel inspiration through her storytelling, YouTube videos, social media posts, and recently, her podcast Paradise Perspectives.

After experiencing another life-changing moment in 2022, she has refocused on empowering women, sharing her personal struggles and transformation via Island Girl Awakening. 

Connect with Riselle:
TheTravelingIslandGirl.com
@thetravelingislandgirl
@islandgirlawakening

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What exactly does it mean to be "untethered" and why is it something you might consider doing?

I was called to title this podcast using this word after a conversation with a mentor, who had helped me to see that it was invisible tethers that had kept (and were keeping) me from fully living my most authentic life. I was holding myself back from fully stepping into all the magic of life, because of these little worries and fears about not meeting the expectations of my family, not meeting the expectations of society, of my gender.

In short, I was worried as hell about what others thought of me. And I'm not alone. After conversation after conversation on this podcast, I hear a similar theme. It's my goal to help myself and others to intentionally untether ourselves from societal, relational, and cultural expectations and rediscover our true authenticity. 

In this episode, I share one such incident - a story about how I my Christmas this year, and all the ways my tethers tried to get in the way of having the most magical experience.  

Through personal tales of growth and community support, I invite you to embrace your unique brilliance. We'll explore how breathwork and affirmations can be transformative, and I'll remind you that your natural gifts are exactly what the world needs. So join me in celebrating the magic within us all, and find solace in the understanding that we're surrounded by those who believe in our potential, even when we're learning to believe in it ourselves.

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Ever found yourself hesitating over a seemingly simple decision, like buying new running shoes or replacing old makeup? 

What if I told you that your procrastination might be yielding unexpected rewards you didn't know about? Let's explore together in this episode of Untethered with Jen Liss, navigating the intriguing concept of secondary gain and unveiling how positive reinforcement might be fueling your negative habits. 

This holiday minisode is part of a series recounting my lessons learned in 2023 to help you kick off your 2024 with a renewed sense of intention and purpose.

I'm also extending an invitation to my annual Word of the Year party. Here, we'll create a guiding word that will outline our actions, decisions, and intentions for the upcoming year, setting a vibrant tone for a fabulous new year. Go to Jenliss.com/party to join!

Don't let your unique light dim, share this episode with friends who could benefit from it. Remember, together we can spread the charming unicorn magic, lighting up the world with our brilliance.

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We all have our own mountains to conquer, but are we brave enough to tackle them even when those around us are unwilling to join? 

Join me for an inspiring holiday minisode as I share my key lessons from 2023 and get you ready for 2024. I'll take you through the highs and lows of my own climb, addressing the struggles that many of us face when we're full of vision and excitement, but the people around us are dragging their feet. 

And here's the hard part: Sometimes, we have to leave those people behind to reach our goals. It's a tough pill to swallow, but it's a necessary one if we want to untether from the crap that's holding us back and unlock our inner brilliance. 

The truth is that, you're never alone unless you're leaving yourself – and many of us ARE leaving ourselves all alone, at the top of the mountain. And we're spending so much time trying ton CONVINCE people to come and join us at the top that we aren't seeing the people who are crying out that they want to come with us.

So, strap on your climbing gear or your coziest jammies and journey with me to your own peak. You are a visionary, a leader; remember that it's okay to forge ahead, even if you feel like you are going it alone.

This holiday minisode is part of a series recounting my lessons learned in 2023 to help you kick off your 2024 with a renewed sense of intention and purpose. (And join me at the Word of the Year party on January 3!)

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Have you ever found yourself in a situation where nobody is taking charge? This can be frustrating, right? I totally get it.

In today's episode, I share my long and arduous journey from being a constant complainer to becoming a proactive leader.  AND why it's time to flip the switch and acknowledge that frustration is your cue to step in and take the lead. 

This holiday minisode is all about recognizing your call to leadership. Find out how frustration can become a catalyst for positive change and experience firsthand accounts of leadership in action.  

Forget the grumbles and step into your true, transformative role as a leader. Time to create a brilliant 2024, one lead at a time.

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Ever felt like you're pushing a boulder up a hill when it comes to sales? It's time to stop the struggle!

In this holiday minisode, I give you a peek into the secret that transformed my approach to sale this year. Hint: It's not about pressure or persuasion. It's all about coaching. Yep, coaching.

You don't have to act like a used car salesman to make money. In fact, all you need to do is create a comfortable space, ask the right questions, and help a potential buyer a make an aligned "yes" or aligned "no." 

This is the 4th in a series of short holiday minisodes, where I'm sharing the lessons I learned along my own unique journey this year to offer you inspiration for a powerfully untethered 2024!

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Ever found yourself hiding your true essence to appease others? It's a predicament many of us find ourselves in, and one that we're here to address head-on. 

Sharing a powerful story from a recent retreat I went to where I heard a powerful message, we delve into the beauty and necessity of being your authentic self, despite societal pressure to conform. 

So, if you've been watering down your potent whiskey self to make yourself into a fruit punch, it's time to put down the juice and embrace your full-strength spirit.

Enjoy this short holiday minisode, where I'm sharing the lessons I learned along my own unique journey this year to offer you inspiration for a powerfully untethered 2024!

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Have you ever felt like everyone else is the star on the Christmas tree? That, someday, you'd like to earn your spot at the top, too?

Unfortunately, this feeling is completely normal. In our society, most people actually feel less valuable than others, as if you're somewhere at the bottom while others are stars shining at the top. Our obsession with hierarchy distorts our self-perception and creates unnecessary pain and suffering that we inflict on ourselves – and on others.

But let me tell you something, my friend: We're all stars at the top of the Christmas tree!!

I learned this valuable lesson about putting others on a pedestal during 2023, and it has been challenging but transformative.  Join me in this minisode where I debunk the myth of pedestal perfection. 

In our discussion, we'll challenge the societal obsession with hierarchy and explore how seeing ourselves as equals can revolutionize our self-worth. We'll also delve into the ways in which elevating ourselves or others can distort your own value. 

Let's walk into 2024 with a renewed sense of self-worth and a firm belief in our inherent value. It's time to shine brightly at the top of the tree, where we are all meant to be!

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As we edge closer to the end of 2023, I've gleaned some priceless lessons from the past year – lessons that might resonate with you as you chart the course for the year ahead. Whether you're mulling over your own word of the year or setting your intentions, these pearls of wisdom can provide clarity and guidance. 

This year, my chosen word of the year 'Ready' took me on a transformative journey, influencing life-altering decisions and shifting my worldview. 

From saying "Yes!" to a big opportunity to making some changes in my products and offerings to grappling with the decision to take a holiday break, I've experienced many aspects of readiness and witnessed its impact on my life. This experience has enriched my understanding of the importance of heeding our inner voices, honoring our readiness, and knowing when we are more ready for a "no" than a "yes."

Also, brace yourself for my annual 'Word of the Year' party slated for early 2024 - a must-attend affair! For updates, follow me on Instagram (@untetheredjen). 

Remember, readiness might not always come wrapped in certainty, but its power lies in embracing the journey it reveals.

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Ready to shift your energy and discover joy, even amidst the holiday chaos?

In this Thursday Thread episode, I pull a piece from Tracy Litt's episode on Tuesyda to invite you to gift yourself three things as we close out 2023: a decision, a commitment, and an opening.

1. Decide to stop playing the "I'm not enough game."
2. Commit yourself to doing something about your beliefs that are holding you back.
3. Open up your receiver to abundance, ease, and FUN in 2024.

Launching into 2024, we're welcoming a more fun-filled, abundant year – pivoting away from stagnation and frustration and into joy, fun, and flow.

It's time to step into your wholeness so you can impact the world positively, create ripples of change, and receive some change $$$ for yourself. Walk with me through the holidays and into next year offering yourself these three gifts – and you will naturally deepen and embrace your connection to your own brilliance.

Finally, I'll invite you into a short breath session to release the  pressures and expectations of this festive season.

**The song "Happy Holiday/The Holiday Season" was mistakenly attributed to Harry Connick Jr. in this episode. It was originally composed by Irving Berlin in 1942 and is popularly known as being sung by Andy Williams.

Listen to Deepak Chopra's 21 Days of Abundance meditation series for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

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Ever felt like you're not enough? Tired of letting it stop you? This transformative conversation is going to help you expand into a whole new sense of knowing – and being.

Tracy Litt is an international best-selling author, podcast host, science and spirituality teacher, and emotional healer with a compelling take on embracing spirituality – and why we should be doing it without using the common phrase 'woo-woo'.  In this episode, Tracy encourages us to step into our true selves, shedding self-doubt and embracing our inner brilliance with a renewed sense of confidence.

Tracy is real AF, and lays it to us straight, speaking from her belief that "spirituality is science" and vice versa. I personally prescribe to this belief, as well, though Tracy brings some intriguing nuance to the table.

We also delve into fear as Tracy demystifies it, emphasizing that it's time we embraced fear as a companion to pave the path towards personal evolution. 

Are you ready to stop playing the "not enough" game, reclaim your power, and step WITH fear onto your desired path? Let's goooo!


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Tracy Litt is the founder of The Litt Factor and The School of Becoming ™, an international best-selling author, podcast host, science and spirituality teacher, and emotional healer. Tracy also holds her licensing in professional coaching, neurology, somatics, and hypnotherapy.

Her revolutionary institute, The School of Becoming®, integrates consciousness, neuroscience, healing, and energetics to help their students evolve into the next level version of themselves. It all starts with the core curriculum, identity-evolution methodology, Mind Magic®.

In every experience The School of Becoming® delivers, women experience a depth of love, connection, and community that is unparalleled. As Tracy states, “Community is the medicine.” Tracy's own journey from a single mother on food stamps to Vice President of Human Resources to CEO & Founder of a 7-figure personal growth company, fuels her passion for ensuring that everyone knows that who they’ve been is zero indication of who they are capable of becoming.

Her podcast, “The How of Within”is in Season 2 and can be streamed on all major platforms,  she has graced the TEDx stage with her talk titled “Dear Fear, It's Not You, Its Me”, her self-help book, “Worthy Human” was an international best seller in 2019, and Tracy was named a Top 125 Global Thought Leaders of 2022 in SUCCESS MAGAZINE.

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Why does it feel like clarity is so hard to find?

In this episode, I get together with Clarity Coach and breathwork enthusiast, Jen Roth, as we share our experiences and passion for breathwork and how it helps others find clarity through our work as coaches.

We talk about how breathwork and coaching pair together like peanut butter and jelly, exploring how this somatic practice has helped us to solidify our own purpose and believe in our capabilities. 

We touch on the topic of the current "certification craze" and how – while certifications can be valuable – they aren't always necessary to pass on your wisdom and practices to others. We also discuss the power of collaboration with likeminded souls who are also saying "yes!" to sharing their gifts.

Finally, we navigate through the topics of joy, teaching, and the importance of finding embodied safety. Discover how breathwork can assist us in tapping back into our natural state of happiness and gratitude, and examine how imparting what we learn deepens our own understanding – when facilitated in a safe environment. 

Learn how the potent combination of breathwork and Clarity Coaching can pave the way for a safe space during breathwork. 

Don't miss out on this invigorating and enlightening conversation that celebrates our unique contributions to the wellness field, in encourages to make your own!

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Ever found yourself trapped in a whirlwind of anxiety and depression, feeling helpless and drained? 

Join me as I speak with Wolf Castillo, a trauma-informed breathworker and relationship coach who shares his struggle of reclaiming inner peace in the midst of turbulence and the power of breathwork in overcoming it. We journey through regulating our nervous systems, the dangers of not living authentically, and the transformative impact of coaching and breathwork. 

Wolf’s journey of self-discovery and self-development offers hope for many of us still grappling with our inner struggles. He illustrates the dangers of living on autopilot, numbing ourselves to avoid pain, and how it ultimately leads to a lack of aliveness. The conversation takes a refreshing turn as we share our experiences with his "Cold Experiment" and how cold plunging aligns with his mission of helping others regulate their nervous systems and experience full aliveness. 

We then pivot to the complex world of relationships and dating. Drawing on his personal experiences and lessons, Wolf sheds light on the importance of living authentically and honoring one's own truth. Finally, we both encourage you to tap into your inner truth so you can shine your unique light . 

Tune in, as together, we navigate these topics, reminding ourselves and our listeners that the magic resides within us all.

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Picture this: a place where you can unmask your true self, without any apologies, through the use of a simple yet powerful tool – your breath.

But what about those deep seated traumas you may need to face along the way?

Come alongside my guest Emily Day, a trauma-informed breathwork practitioner, to unearth the potential impact of breathwork on releasing trauma and healing both the mind and body.

Emily's unique perspective unveils the beauty of breathwork, particularly its supportive role for first responders and individuals in armed forces, and how a trained facilitator can hold a safe space for emotion to be released from the mind and body. Emily will also let you in on some of her personal experiences with first responders and military personnel; stories of breakthroughs and the immense power of a safe space for releasing trauma.

As we journey through her personal experiences, we discuss a variety of breathwork styles, including Elemental breathwork and Conscious Continuous Breath (CCB), their distinctions, and their transformative power.


Meet Emily Day
Emily Day currently works as a Holistic Wellness Counsellor for Gateway Recovery Centre with a present focus on supporting first responders and military personnel recovering from PTSD. Emily's expertise lies in mind-body supports, somatic awareness and mindfulness-based interventions.

Connect with Emily: @modern.day.healing

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How do we incorporate mindfulness practices like breathwork into our day-to-day lives?

Today, I've welcomed Caylin Brie White back onto the podcast to come and share more about her personal healing journey that led her to become a breathwork facilitator (amongst all her other amazing gifts!) Her journey is incredible relatable, and she is here to encourage you to reach deep into your well of courage to untether from the things that aren't supporting your highest and best and choose to heal your own life, as well. 

Caylin and I are both passionate about the power of intentional breathing and its real-life applications for enhanced well-being, stress relief, and mindfulness. In fact, Caylin shares in this episode how the mindfulness and breathwork go together like peanut butter and jelly. 

Listen in as she offers her expertise, guiding you through accessible techniques that can be seamlessly integrated into your daily routine. Whether you're a seasoned breathwork enthusiast or a curious beginner, this episode promises valuable insights and actionable tips to elevate your mental and physical health. Tune in now to unlock the secrets of breathwork and embark on a journey to a more balanced and mindful life. Breathe, relax, and thrive with Caylin Brie White on this inspiring episode!

Listen to this episode to hear all the very simple ways you can incorporate breathwork and mindfulness practices into your life!


Takeaways:

• Do what works for you! Life doesn't stop for your healing, so find what fits into your life right now.
• Take a true lunch break, and go step out into nature for an instant reset. 
• You can reset your nervous system in less than 3 minutes. Take three deep breaths, and think of something you're grateful for.
• Stop trying to turn off the "monkey mind" - these are the whispers of your soul. Leverage breathwork to release anxiety and start listening.

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This episode is part of Brilliance of Breathwork Month on the topic of "practical application of breathwork" an initiative bringing greater awareness to this transformative healing modality.
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Meet Caylin Brie White 

Caylin Brie White is a certified Intuitive Mindful Meditation and Breathwork Leader, Owner of Breathe With Me, Caylin Brie meditations, Co-Founder of Heal Your Life With Us, and Author of Change Your Story, Sliced Time, and Goldify. She is also a Human Design and Enneagram Coach. It is her mission to help heal through the power of breath and mindset.

Instagram: @cbcinked
Website Click Here

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How do you tap into your own true sense of clarity and confidence ?

This episode is your journey to a more confident, clear, and spiritually connected self, showing you how the transformative power of breathwork can guide you back home to the true essence of who you are and what you came here to do. 

Hear my personal experiences, from my childhood spiritual disconnect with dogmatic religious practices to my discovery of the profound clarity and confidence that came when I deeply connected to myself through breathwork.

Explore the secret that seems to be known to many successful individuals - a deep and profound understanding of themselves, their unique brilliance, and what they came here to do. See how breathwork can serve as an anchor, bringing us back to our true self. 

To help you experience this transformative practice, I invite you to experience a breath practice designed to help you find clarity and confidence. 

I'll also let you in on an exciting opportunity - the upcoming Awaken Your Brilliance Retreat, co-created with Misty Springer and Alexandra Cole, featuring a human design workshop, somatic coaching, guided visualization, and of course, breathwork.

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How do breathwork and spirituality relate to one another? For those who have "lost" our religion, how do we start to navigate what spirituality really means to us?

This is, in part, what Ben Holt came on the podcast to share with us today. Ben is a breathworker and teacher whose long journey of coming home to himself laid the foundation for creating a big, beautiful impact in the world through his offerings and businesses.

In this conversation, Ben bridges ancient wisdom with modern insights to share how plant medicine, breathwork, and other holistic practices have supported him along his own spiritual journey – and how technology is part of the awakening that, in his eyes, is elevating our collective consciousness in a positive way.

 We unravel the historical significance of breath in various spiritual traditions, discussing into its role as a bridge connecting the physical and spiritual worlds and the science behind intentional breathing and its profound effects on our physiology and mental well-being. 

Ben sees breathwork as a potent tool for supporting people in untethering from the societal conditioning that's keeping us in a state of human suffering so we can come home to what is truly meaningful to us.

Takeaways from this episode:

1. If you see someone who has achieved success, there's been a decade of  doubts, fear, and unworthiness they've overcome. 
2. Despite the negativity visible in the world around us, we are evolving in an upward trend. 
3. Be open to seeing reality for what it actually is, instead of fixating on it being something familiar to you.
4. You can experience "God" within yourself, and breathwork is a way of helping you do that.
5. Magic is all around you, but you have to be willing to let go of everything you've been told to truly see it. 

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This episode is part of Brilliance of Breathwork Month, an initiative bringing greater awareness to this transformative healing modality.
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Meet Ben Holt

Ben Holt is the founder of Connect and Evolve, an experiential program focused on providing resources for preventative health as well as full-spectrum wellness and spiritual growth. Ben's unique approach to the facilitation of healing and expansion focuses on a multi-dimensional, integrated model by combining a plethora of healing modalities both ancient and modern designed uniquely for each client him and his team work with.

Instagram: @connectandevolve

Website www.connectandevolve.com or awakenedbreath.org

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Music created and produced by Matt Bollenbach

Is it possible that the simple act of mindful breathing can help you go the extra mile?

In this episode, I sit down with Danny Dreyer, the acclaimed author of ChiRunning and ChiWalking to explore the profound impact of mindful breath on your life. Beyond the realms of running, Dreyer's wisdom extends to the very essence of being, offering invaluable insights on how conscious breathing can revolutionize your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Danny has played a key role in my own personal journey. I picked up his book, ChiRunning, around the time when I was training for my first marathon. And one tiny passage in this book around the power of presence while running set course for countless things that have unfolded in my own life. (Including finishing that marathon – with a smile on my face!)

Danny Dreyer takes us on an exploration of the intersection between mindful breath and life's most profound experiences. ChiRunning, inspired by the principles of Tai Chi, goes far beyond running. It serves as a gateway to a life where balance, harmony, and presence are at the forefront.

In this episode, you'll uncover:

• How mindful breath, as a central component of ChiRunning, can transcend the act of running and become a transformative tool for everyday life.
• Techniques for harnessing the power of conscious breath to manage stress, anxiety, and cultivate emotional resilience.
• Practical insights into the synergy between body and breath, creating an experience of flow and balance.
• Tips for embracing a more mindful, purposeful existence 
• Personal stories and experiences that illustrate the profound impact of mindful breath on one's life.

Whether you're an avid runner seeking to enhance your performance or an individual simply seeking greater peace and presence, Danny Dreyer's wisdom will guide you towards a more conscious, empowered, and balanced life.

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This Thursday Thread episode is part of Brilliance of Breathwork Month, an initiative bringing greater awareness to this transformative healing modality.
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Meet Danny Dreyer

Danny Dreyer is the creator of ChiRunning® and ChiWalking®. His work is based on his study of tai chi with masters Zhu Xilin and George Xu, and he is an esteemed walking and running coach with 33 years of experience running, racing ultramarathons, and coaching thousands of people in intelligent movement. Danny is the author of two books, ChiRunning: A Revolutionary Approach to Effortless, Injury-Free Running and ChiWalking: The Five Mindful Steps for Lifelong Health and Energy.

Instagram: @chiwalking_chirunning

Website www.chiliving.com

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How does someone with a PhD in neuroscience come to be completely enamored by the body?

Meet Andrea Freemyer, PhD,  a trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, embodiment coach, nervous system educator and nature connection guide. She also happens to be one of my mentors!

Through her studies to become a PhD in Neuroscience, Andrea discovered that pain and trauma live in the body and that sustainable healing happens not at the level of the mind, but in the re-patterning of the nervous system and the depths of body connection. When the body heals, the mind follows.

As she was beginning to awaken more deeply to what  this means for every human, the very foundation of Andrea's own life was shaken. With a young son at home to care for, her husband died by suicide. In her intense suffering, Andrea had nowhere to turn but inward, and that's where she found the answer. 

It was through this process of facing her own pain that Andrea discovered just how disconnected she'd been from her own feelings. She realized she had forgotten how to love and connect. Through a courageous journey, Andrea learned to heal her complicated grief with the power of her own presence.

This story sets the tone for the deeper dive Andrea brings about the science behind breathwork, and how we can leverage this powerful, built-in tool to come back home to ourselves, to learn to love, and to connect in ways we may currently feel too scared or vulnerable to accomplish. 

Listen in to hear:

• The science behind breathwork and how it supports your health through nervous system regulation
• The power of presence in healing deep trauma and pain
• Why embodiment practices like breathwork are so desperately needed right now

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This episode is part of Brilliance of Breathwork Month, an initiative bringing greater awareness to this transformative healing modality.
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Meet Andrea Freemyer, PhD

Andrea is a neuroscientist, trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, embodiment guide, and nervous system educator. Her focus is on helping humans strengthen the mind-body connection with a blend of nervous system education, embodiment exercises, breathwork, and nature-based therapies. Utilizing a combination of science, energy work, and spiritual practices- her approach promotes nervous system health, a sense of embodied safety, and a deeper connection to the presence holding us.
She is passionate about inviting people home to their bodies, hearts, and full expression. She provides a safe space that nurtures deep self-discovery and remembrance of what it feels like to be fully alive.

Instagram: @andreafreemyer.phd

Website elementalwellnesssanctuary.com

Join Brilliant Breathwork, the monthly membership offering multiple weekly live breathwork sessions with Jen and other trauma-informed facilitators, an extensive vault of replays, and a supportive community for authentic, creative, and radiant growth.

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Music created and produced by Matt Bollenbach