In this episode of Lifeyness, Professor Sarah dives into a powerful conversation with Abigail Rose Clarke, a somatics practitioner, teacher, and author. They discuss how embodiment—the practice of feeling present and alive in one's body—helps us navigate life's challenges and can create more joy. Abigail shares her own struggles of disembodiment and how it related to her past eating disorder. Sarah and Abigail explore how societal pressures, gender expectations, and capitalism can force us into a state of disembodiment.
Abigail offers tips on how to regain trust and comfort within our own bodies. As a special focus, Abigail presents her new book, 'Returning Home to Our Bodies' and its revolutionary views on somatics and embodiment. Listen to uncover how getting in touch with your sensing body and with nature can change your quality of life and help lead you to a happier, healthier existence.
This episode covers an array of topics, touching on the impact of societal norms on our perception of self, the concept of embodied life, and the interconnection between addiction and disembodiment. Abigail shares her personal journey and how she developed her own practice, The Embodied Life Method, from her studies and personal experiences. We also grapple with the experiences of women in Western culture from the lens of embodiment.
Timestamps:00:00 Preview clips
00:40 Welcome to the Lifeyness Podcast
01:25 Personal Journey and the Importance of Listening to Your Body
02:05 Introducing Guest Abigail Rose Clarke and Discussing Addiction
05:43 The Embodied Life Method and the Impact of Capitalism on Our Bodies
08:03 The Experience of Living in Mexico/ Understanding Whiteness
13:08 The Embodied Life Method: A Deeper Dive
19:21 The Impact of "Extractive Capitalism" on Our Bodies: A Closer Look
38:45 The Connection Between Disembodiment and Addiction
41:47 The Romantic Body and the Journey to Reclaiming Playfulness
45:11 Book Release, Book Tour, and Future Plans
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Lifeyness Podcast, Abigail Rose Clarke, embodied life method, somatics, yoga, wellness, body, addiction, Western society, privilege, Returning Home to Our Bodies, Momo, comfort, capitalism, book
Music Credit: William Claeson, "Song for a New Beginning"