The conversation delves into the concept of soma and somatics, exploring its meaning and significance. It also provides a historical context of the mind-body split and its impact on modern society.

Takeaways

• Understanding the concept of soma and somatics
• The historical context of the mind-body split

Chapters

• 00:00 Exploring the Concept of Soma and Somatics

Abbey Galvin and Selena Garefino discuss the practice of Katonah Yoga, its impact on flexibility and boundaries, the importance of home practice, and the exploration of self cultivation. They delve into the differences between traditional Vedic practices and the material of Taoism and Chinese Medicine as it is applied in the Katonah Yoga material, the concept of reflection and safety, and the idea of internal safety and being versus doing in the practice of yoga. The conversation delves into the importance of self-cultivation techniques, the pleasure of doing things for their own sake, and the power of deep reading and intellectual development. It also explores the role of archetypes, mythology, and the mind-body connection in personal growth. Additionally, it addresses the significance of yoga practice in troubling times, emphasizing the need for self-reflection and community building.

Takeaways

• Katonah Yoga is a way to mediate the polarities of practice, life, nervous system, interior, and exterior.
• The practice of yoga is a self-cultivation technique that allows individuals to navigate their own lives and develop their character. Self-cultivation techniques for personal growth
• The importance of deep reading and intellectual development

Chapters

• 00:00 Internal Safety and Being vs. Doing
• 32:50 The Pleasure of Doing Things for Their Own Sake
• 52:10 Yoga Practice in Troubling Times

In this episode, Selena Garefino, oral storyteller, anthropologist, and comparative mythologist, is joined by Sarah Mouhyddine, the FIRST woman storyteller to stand at the famous Marrakech International Storytelling Festival. In this episode, Sara and Selena discuss the origins of storytelling and its power for making meaning and holding community together as well as sharing culture. Emphasizing the therapeutic and cultural exchange present in oral story. Don't miss the film about Sara: A Marrakech Tale.

For more oral story, visit Selena's substack Tracing the Golden Thread.

To book your cultural experience in Marrakech, reach out to Cultural Caravans and be sure to mention this episode.

I'm thrilled to introduce Michael McRay a dear friend, storyteller, podcast host, coach, speaker, and author. In this episode we're discussing narrative intelligence (the stories that shape our lives), restorying (owning and shaping our stories), and rekindling our relationship with our wild selves.

Michael McRay is a nationally recognized storytelling expert, experiential coach, and keynote speaker who helps people and organizations become better stories. He’s founder of Becoming Restoried, a life-story coaching practice rooted in experiential healing and conflict transformation, and the host of Tenx9 Nashville (“ten by nine”), the city’s longest-running monthly storytelling event with over 1,000 stories told across nearly 12 years. 

He currently heads up the Istoria Institute, a global hub for narrative intelligence, where’s pioneered two new narrative certification programs, including in Experiential Narrative Practice. 

Michael is the award-winning author of I Am Not Your Enemy and the forthcoming book The Wild Way: Navigating the Space Between the Old Story and the New (October 2025). 

Michael's storywork has been sought after from the likes of NASA, TEDx, Cisco, Accenture, and more. He lives in Nashville with his son and a deep love for wonder, words, and the wild.

I'm joined by my friend and colleague Dages Keates for a discussion around practice, being a true believer, our personal evolution, breath, embracing the fullness of our humanity and living fully. 

You can learn more about Dages at https://www.dagesjuvelierkeates.com/

For information regarding my teacher trainings, coaching and mentorship programs, and global retreats visit 

https://www.selenagarefino.com/

If you're enjoying the show please share with your friends and leave a review your support means so much. 

In this Episode I am joined by Dr. Paula Sauer. A physical therapist, movement and yoga teacher. As always this conversation is like joining us for a coffee so grab your favorite beverage and cozy up. We're discussing everything from healthy aging and perminopause to the gifts of dedicating ourselves to lifelong studentship, managing chronic pain, the power of the breath, and so much more. 

Dr. Paula Sauer is the co-facilitator of Mapping the Breath® my 50 hour breath education coures. You can follow pollow on social media @doctorpaulasauer on all platforms

To learn more about our upcoming courses visit

https://www.selenagarefino.com/breathwork

I am back for another short solo episode on personal expression, your genius, and self expression. 

The book referenced in this episode is Fashion under Fascism: Beyond the Black Shirt by Eugenia Paulicelli 

You can learn about my upcoming group coaching, retreats, and yoga trainings at 

https://www.selenagarefino.com/

Join me on substack 

https://selenagarefino.substack.com/

It's my first solo episode. Cozy up with your favorite beverage and let's chat personal growth, healing, and living your purpose. 

There is a written, different version of this discussion on my substack The Alchemy of Being

https://selenagarefino.substack.com/p/your-purpose-isnt-to-heal-uncovering?r=17er5u

To learn more about how to work with me or to retreat with me around the world visit

https://www.selenagarefino.com/

This episode contains sensitive topis such as abortion, domestic violence, and sexuality. There is also use of an occasional bit of colorful language. It's also an episdoe of pure delight, honest conversations, and nurturance. 

In this episode I am joined by Symone Tucker, a fellow coach, creator, and life artist. This is an honest conversation about the challenges women face in perimenopause and menopause, our reproductive years, finding our joys, owning our gifts and curating a life that is your own. 

Whatever your gender or stage of life there is a lot of wisdom here and you are welcome. 

Symone Tucker, also known as The Female Freedom Coach, is a transformational guide and the visionary behind 'THE PLEASURE PARTY' With a deep understanding of the power of pleasure in creating rapid, sustainable transformation and healing, Symone empowers women to reconnect with their authenticity and reclaim their freedom. Through her coaching and 'Pleasure Parties'—a unique blend a daytime rave with somatic games, healing, feasting and empowerment—she creates safe and inspiring spaces for women to explore their desires, shed limiting beliefs, and embrace their truest selves. Symone's work is a celebration of the transformative magic that happens when women prioritise their joy, connection, and self-expression.

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This episode is important. So important I did not bother to send it in for fancy edits or to have my intro and outro music added. Today I welcome Mike Maeshiro. Sensitive topics are discussed in this episode regarding religious trauma. 

Mike Maeshiro is the founder of Numa, an organization that supports people recovering from religious toxicity. Mike is gay, an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, and a queer theology enthusiast. Mike is a former instructor at Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry, best known for his class, "Discerning of Spirits." He now teaches on emotional health and redemptive deconstruction. He is a consultant and coach for gay men recovering from evangelicalism. He also has a team of coaches who work with people whose faith is evolving. He is a social media influencer and thought-leader. Mike loves Japanese food, movies, and playing volleyball, and has a depth of useless knowledge about the X-men. 

"HUMANS MATTER MORE THAN THEOLOGY." - MIKE MAESHIRO

You can learn more about Mike and his resources and programs

https://www.mikemaeshiro.com/