There’s a difference between thinking about your body and actually being in it.
So much of healing can become another thing to figure out. Another symptom to analyze, protocol to follow, supplement to try, or piece of information to understand. And while understanding matters, sometimes the body doesn’t need another answer. Sometimes it needs us to slow down enough to actually listen.
This episode of The Vital Spirit Podcast is a little different. Instead of spending our time talking about embodiment, I’m guiding you through an experience of it.
Together, we’ll turn our attention away from the constant noise of the thinking mind and toward breath, sensation, the felt sense, and the quieter signals happening within your body all the time. I’ll guide you through grounding, a body scan, and a series of gentle questions designed to help you notice what may already be asking for your attention.
We’ll also explore what I mean by healing from the inside out and the naturopathic principle of vis medicatrix naturae, the healing power of nature. The body is already engaged in processes of regulation, adaptation, and repair. Our job isn’t always to demand that it change, but sometimes to create the conditions that allow those processes to unfold.
Find somewhere comfortable where you can give yourself about 30 minutes without needing to do anything else. There’s nothing you need to achieve here. Just come as you are and notice what happens when your attention turns inward.
In this episode, we cover:
● 01:08 Why I wanted to make this episode
● 02:09 What the “felt sense” actually means
● 05:37 Where science, mindfulness, and healing meet
● 06:55 Getting comfortable before we begin
● 08:28 Grounding into your body and breath
● 11:56 Moving through the body with awareness
● 16:49 Feeling your body as a whole
● 19:03 Listening for what you already know
● 21:01 Noticing the awareness behind your thoughts
● 23:45 Connecting with the body’s natural healing capacity
● 27:21 Slowly returning to the room
● 28:02 What it means to heal from the inside out
Links and resources:
● Episode 55. The Healing Power of Nature: Understanding Vis Medicatrix Naturae: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/55-the-healing-power-of-nature-understanding/id1790365046?i=1000760210568
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Disclaimer:
The information shared on The Vital Spirit Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. The content reflects the opinions and experiences of Dr. Kelly Livingston, ND, and her guests, and is not a substitute for personalized care from a licensed healthcare provider. Always consult your doctor or qualified health professional before making changes to your diet, supplement routine, lifestyle, or medical treatment. Listening to this podcast does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
