Join Christina in this SOLO episode as she shares her transformative journey she took to Mt. Shasta earlier this month. Mt. Shasta, located in upper California, is a place people fly to from all over the world to experience awakenings and deep spiritual growth and transformation. It is not just a 'mountain' — but often described as a spiritual portal, a place where earthly and cosmic energies meet and has long been regarded as a sacred mountain and energy vortex. Within this solo episode, Christina shares her direct experience with the mountain’s energy, the profound alchemical process of forgiveness she moved through and all of the medicine and energetic codes that were reactivated within her. If you are on your own journey of awakening and transformation, this episode is most definitely for you!

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If you're wanting to go deeper on your journey and needing more support, this is beautiful work Tess + Christina offer to clients through a variety of ways.

To contact Tess:

IG + TikTok: @herunearthed

website: www.tessrouse.com

To contact Christina:

IG, TikTok + Youtube: @christina.soulempowered

website: www.rootsoflovecoaching.ca

Join Christina and Tess as they explore the details of their daily lives covering everything from daily routines and self-care practices to the delicate balance between work and family life. They share personal glimmers from their week, discuss the importance of integrating wellness into everyday life, and reflect on the challenges of guilt and boundaries in the context of parenting and personal growth. The discussion emphasizes the need for discipline, the power of movement and Self connection practices, and the significance of setting boundaries to maintain a healthy balance in life. 

Important Takeaways:

• It's about integration, not perfection.
• We are all capable of change and new things.
• Guilt shows us where we're not in alignment with our values.
• Never skip twice when it comes to self-care practices.
• Movement is a core part of the day for mental health.
• You are in charge of your life and routines.
• Finding accountability can help maintain discipline.
• Reflecting on glimmers can shift your mindset.
• Setting boundaries is essential for personal growth.
• You can teach your kids about the importance of self-care.

Important Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to Daily Practices

02:43 - Reflecting on Glimmers of the Week

10:00 - The Importance of Daily Choices

12:01 - A Day in the Life: Christina's Routine

22:52 - Content Creation and Client Sessions

30:09 - Movement and Evening Wind Down

30:49 - A Day in the Life: Evening Routines

33:38 - Balancing Life with Kids

36:26 - Finding Flexibility: Adapting Routines

36:53 - Morning Practices: Setting the Tone for the Day

41:34 - Movement and Accountability: Staying Active

45:27 - Setting Boundaries: The Importance of Self-Care

47:39 - Understanding Guilt: Aligning Values and Boundaries

58:19 - Nighttime Reflections: Spiritual Practices Before Sleep

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If you're wanting to go deeper on your journey and needing more support, this is beautiful work Tess + Christina offer to clients through a variety of ways.

To contact Tess:

IG + TikTok: @herunearthed

website: www.tessrouse.com

To contact Christina:

IG, TikTok + Youtube: @christina.soulempowered

website: www.rootsoflovecoaching.ca

In this episode of Authentically Wild, Tess Rouse delves into the emotional and energetic aspects of money, exploring how our subconscious beliefs and childhood experiences shape our relationship with finances. She discusses common money wounds, such as the belief that money must be earned through hard work, the perception that money is unsafe, and the fear of being a burden when asking for help. Tess emphasizes the importance of understanding these wounds and offers insights on how to heal and rewire our relationship with money through somatic practices and self-reflection.

Summary

In this episode, Tess and Christina explore the challenging yet transformative space between where we are and where we want to be. They discuss the importance of embracing the present moment, navigating life's challenges, and understanding the role of our nervous system in personal growth. The conversation delves into the significance of self-reflection, emotional resilience, and the power of curiosity in our lives. They also share practical strategies for cultivating presence and awareness, especially in the context of parenting and relationships, emphasizing that every experience is an opportunity for growth and healing.

Takeaways

Embracing the in-between is essential for personal growth.

Being present allows us to appreciate life's lessons.

Our nervous system plays a crucial role in our reactions.

Triggers often reveal deeper truths about ourselves.

Curiosity can lead to greater self-awareness and understanding.

Emotions are neutral and provide valuable feedback.

Creating space in our lives is vital for healing.

Self-reflection helps us navigate our challenges.

Building emotional resilience takes time and practice.

Every experience is an opportunity for growth.

Join Christina in this solo episode as she delves deep into the concept of self-trust, exploring its significance in expansion and healing. She discusses the challenges of trusting oneself, the importance of recognizing when self-trust is lacking, and practical steps to build this beautiful muscle. Through personal experience and teachings, you’ll walk away understanding self-trust as a daily practice that involves navigating fear, making decisions, and connecting with your inner truth.

Important Takeaways

• Self-trust is a muscle that needs daily practice.
• The hard stuff in life teaches us how to trust ourselves.
• Recognizing when you lack self-trust is crucial for growth.
• Self-trust involves discerning between fear and intuition.
• Building self-trust requires time spent in your own energy.
• Processing triggers and emotions is key to self-trust.
• Self-compassion is essential when facing challenges.
• Keeping small promises to yourself builds trust.
• Learning to say no is vital for self-trust.
• Taking small, soul-aligned actions fosters self-trust.

Important Chapters

00:00 - Understanding Self-Trust

05:36 - Why You Aren’t Trusting Yourself

17:41 - Building Self-Trust: Practical Steps

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If you're wanting to go deeper on your journey and needing more support, this is beautiful work Tess + Christina offer to clients through a variety of ways.

To contact Tess:

IG + TikTok: @herunearthed

website: www.tessrouse.com

To contact Christina:

IG, TikTok + Youtube: @christina.soulempowered

website: www.rootsoflovecoaching.ca

Summary

This conversation delves into the dynamics of mothering in relationships, exploring how one partner may take on a parenting role, leading to resentment and a lack of intimacy. The speakers discuss the emotional toll of this dynamic, the importance of recognizing one's own role in perpetuating it, and the need for open communication to reset the relationship. They emphasize the significance of understanding the roots of control and the ego's influence, advocating for personal accountability and healing to foster healthier partnerships. In this conversation, Tess reflects on her personal experiences with control and cleanliness, linking them to her childhood and relationship dynamics. She discusses the importance of awareness in relationships, the transition from mothering to partnership, and effective communication strategies like 'table talk.' The conversation emphasizes the need for accountability, setting boundaries, and the significance of monthly check-ins to maintain balance and connection in relationships.

Takeaways

• If you're managing their appointments, you're not in a partnership.
• Mothering your partner can lead to resentment and lack of intimacy.
• It takes two to create a dynamic in a relationship.
• Recognizing your role in the relationship is crucial.
• Control can stem from past experiences and trauma.
• Short-term relief from mothering leads to long-term resentment.
• Understanding the roots of your behavior is essential for change.
• The ego often prevents us from seeing our own contributions to the dynamic.
• Healing is necessary to change relationship patterns.
• We teach people how to treat us through our actions. Cleanliness can be a coping mechanism for control.
• Relationships mirror our internal struggles.
• Awareness is the first step to change.
• Communication strategies are essential in partnerships.
• Setting boundaries is crucial for personal growth.
• Accountability helps in maintaining relationship dynamics.
• Monthly check-ins can enhance connection.
• It's important to allow partners to grow independently.
• Self-awareness is key to understanding triggers.
• Generational patterns influence relationship dynamics.

In this episode of the Authentically Wild Podcast, Tess and Christina explore the profound connection between the body and personal transformation. They discuss the significance of the nervous system, the impact of trauma, and the importance of somatic practices in healing. As always they share personal experiences and insights on how they’ve learned to navigate their emotions, build trust in the body, and create greater internal space for healing and growth.

Important Takeaways:

• The body is essential for transformation and healing.
• Understanding the nervous system is crucial for personal growth.
• Awareness of past traumas is necessary for healing.
• Emotions must be processed to avoid repeating patterns.
• Breathwork is a powerful tool for regulating the nervous system.
• Visualization requires a clear channel for effective rewiring.
• Building trust in the body enhances emotional safety.
• Presence allows for greater receptivity to change.
• Creating space for emotions is vital for healing.
• Embodiment practices are essential for lasting change.

Important Timestamps:

00:00 - The Body as the Key to Transformation

03:39 - Understanding the Nervous System and Trauma

06:27 - The Importance of Awareness and Healing

09:11 - Navigating Emotions and Patterns

11:55 - Breathwork and Somatic Practices

14:40 - The Role of Visualization in Rewiring the Brain

19:04 - Building Trust and Safety in the Body

21:40 - The Power of Presence and Receiving

24:18 - Creating Space for Emotions

26:55 - The Journey of Embodiment and Change

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If you're wanting to go deeper on your journey and needing more support, this is beautiful work Tess + Christina offer to clients through a variety of ways.

To contact Tess:

IG + TikTok: @herunearthed

website: www.tessrouse.com

To contact Christina:

IG, TikTok + Youtube: @christina.soulempowered

website: www.rootsoflovecoaching.ca

Summary

In this episode, Tess discusses the importance of understanding and working with our nervous system. She emphasizes that just like our muscles, our nervous system requires a workout plan that includes safe activation and recovery. Tess introduces various breathwork techniques to help regulate the nervous system and encourages listeners to view triggers as opportunities for growth. She also shares insights on the journey of healing, highlighting that it is not linear but rather an evolution towards personal growth and resilience.

Takeaways

Your nervous system needs a workout plan.

The breath is the door into the nervous system.

Triggers are your gym equipment for growth.

You can't just do one session and expect stability.

Safe activation and recovery are essential for nervous system strength.

Breathwork techniques can help regulate your nervous system.

Mindset shifts are crucial when facing triggers.

Healing is not linear; it evolves into personal growth.

You cannot skip the deep healing piece.

Your nervous system work is vital for overall health.

Join Christina in this SOLO episode as she explores her journey of learning to let go of the belief that she must do everything on her own.

She delves into the origins of this belief - particularly from her childhood experiences - and discusses the importance of balancing the masculine and feminine energy within ourselves.

Christina shares her insights on how to shift towards trust and receiving, the impact of relationships, and the significance of integrating different parts of oneself for healing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness, safety, and the continuous journey of personal growth.

Important Takeaways:

• Christina discusses her desire to not carry everything alone.
• Creating safety within ourselves is vital for receiving.
• It's possible to shift long-held beliefs about self-reliance.
• Resistance often indicates an opportunity for growth.
• Childhood experiences shape our beliefs about control and safety.
• The balance of masculine and feminine energies is essential.
• Healing involves integrating different parts of ourselves.
• Trust requires releasing fear and control.

Important Timestamps:

00:00 - The Burden of Doing It All Alone

04:03 - Exploring Masculine and Feminine Energies

14:43 - The Impact of Childhood Experiences

20:14 - Shifting Towards Trust and Receiving

25:39 - Navigating Relationships and Control

28:27 - Integrating Parts for Healing

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If you're wanting to go deeper on your journey and needing more support, this is beautiful work Tess + Christina offer to clients through a variety of ways.

To contact Tess:

IG + TikTok: @herunearthed

website: www.tessrouse.com

To contact Christina:

IG, TikTok + Youtube: @christina.soulempowered

website: www.rootsoflovecoaching.ca

Summary

In this special Q&A episode, Tess and Christina answer powerful questions submitted by our listeners—covering everything from emotional awareness, parenting, and boundaries to spirituality, ego, and soul purpose. Together, they unpack how to identify emotions, set healthy boundaries (especially with children and darker energies), and navigate parenting from a conscious, spiritual lens. They explore the role of guilt in personal transformation, the challenges of letting go in relationships, and how to listen to your soul's deeper callings. This is an honest, soul-led conversation that dives into the realities of growth, healing, and becoming who you’re meant to be.

Takeaways

• Identifying emotions can be challenging, especially if not taught in childhood.
• Setting emotional boundaries is crucial for personal well-being.
• Guilt often arises when we start prioritizing our needs over others.
• Spirituality in parenting is about being present and connecting with children.
• Allowing children to make mistakes is essential for their growth.
• Dark energies exist, and we can choose what we allow into our space.
• Listening to your soul calling involves exploring and following your passions.
• Flow in life often indicates alignment with your true path.
• Self-awareness is key to understanding emotional triggers.
• No choice in life is ever wrong; it's all part of the journey. We always choose the choice or path we need in that moment.
• When we are being soul led, there is no blueprint.
• Not living for the weekends feels soul crushing.
• Sometimes we stop ourselves because we're not done learning yet.
• Healing is not linear; it's a journey of many tower moments.
• You can't prioritize yourself until you know what you want.
• You are enabling people and doing them a disservice by overextending yourself.
• We need our ego; it allows us to have this human experience.
• Awareness is key to understanding who is driving your decisions.
• We are souls having a human experience, balancing both aspects.