Have you ever felt like you understand your patterns, know why you react the way you do, and have done so much work on yourself, but still struggle to truly trust yourself?
Sometimes, understanding what's happening in our minds is only part of the healing process. We also need to learn how to feel safe in our bodies, make room for difficult emotions, and trust that we can handle whatever life brings.
In this episode of The Vital Spirit Podcast, I'm joined by Heather Waxman, licensed therapist, author of the Your True Nature Oracle deck, and co-founder of Come Home Therapy and Healing.
Heather and I explore what it really means to come home to yourself and why healing goes beyond intellectual understanding. We talk about how somatic therapy helps us reconnect with our bodies, why nervous system regulation isn't about staying calm all the time, and how the patterns that once protected us can eventually keep us stuck.
We also explore the deeper transformation that can happen during perimenopause, why fear might actually lead us closer to our purpose, and what nature can teach us about slowing down, letting go, and honoring our own seasons of life. Heather also shares her morning meditation album, Rise, Sweet Darlin', Rise, and guides us through a grounding practice at the end of the conversation.
If you've spent years taking care of everyone else, pushing through your emotions, or feeling disconnected from yourself, this conversation is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and begin coming home to yourself.
In this episode, we cover:
● 01:50 Meet Heather Waxman
● 03:56 What does it mean to come home to yourself?
● 07:07 Why understanding your patterns isn't always enough
● 11:31 Heather's journey into spirituality and somatic healing
● 18:37 How a wellness blog led Heather to becoming a therapist
● 23:08 How do you start building self-trust?
● 28:09 What actually happens in a somatic therapy session?
● 31:11 What nervous system healing really means
● 35:17 Why we need connection to process grief and big emotions
● 39:22 Why we're afraid of being overwhelmed by our feelings
● 41:05 How to recognize when you're avoiding your emotions
● 42:46 When overachieving and caretaking become coping mechanisms
● 45:37 Letting go of old identities during perimenopause
● 47:49 Kelly's three Ps: Patterns, power, and presence
● 49:26 What if fear is actually leading you toward your purpose?
● 53:57 What nature can teach us about healing
● 01:03:49 Creating a morning routine that feels nourishing, not forced
● 01:15:12 Heather's morning meditation album, Rise, Sweet Darlin', Rise
● 01:17:31 A guided grounding and breathing practice with Heather
● 01:24:02 Final thoughts on slowing down and coming home to yourself
Links and resources:
● Heather Waxman Website: https://www.heatherwaxman.com/
● Heather Waxman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherwaxman/
● Come Home Therapy: https://www.comehometherapy.com/
● Come Home Therapy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comehometherapy
● Your True Nature Oracle Deck: https://www.heatherwaxman.com/your-true-nature-oracle
● Rise, Sweet Darlin', Rise Morning Meditation Album: https://heptagon-lily-d8z7.squarespace.com/morning-meditation-album
● Beyond Your Numbers Masterclass: https://drkellylivingston.com/beyond-masterclass/Landing
● Ferritin Guide: https://drkellylivingston.com/ferritin-guide/Landing-Page
Connect with Dr. Kelly:
Website: drkellylivingston.com
Website Clinic: rootsdeepmedicine.com
Instagram: instagram.com/thevitalspiritmethod/
Facebook: facebook.com/rootsdeepnaturopathicmedicine
YouTube: youtube.com/@DrKellyLivingston
Thank you so much for joining The Vital Spirit Podcast.
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Remember, healing isn’t a destination; it’s a journey. Every step brings you closer to the vibrant health you were born to experience. Let’s walk this path together.
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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.
