In this introspective episode, Tinamarie Fuller discusses how building community with oneself fosters deeper personal growth. From the grounding ritual of making coffee to understanding the nervous system's role in emotion, we explore how mindfulness and curiosity can transform everyday experiences.

Topics We Cover:

– Self-compassion as a foundation  

– How coffee rituals create presence  

– Curiosity as a path to self-awareness  

– The power of pause and nervous system care  

– Embracing sensitivity and self-trust  

– Using relationships as mirrors for growth

🎧 Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to Community with Oneself  

06:22 – The Ritual of Coffee and Mindfulness  

06:49 – Building Community with Self  

13:03 – The Power of Pause and Presence  

19:39 – Finding Meaning and Purpose in Daily Life

24:14 – Finding Community Within Oneself  

25:30 – The Role of Curiosity in Self-Discovery  

27:23 – Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People  

29:26 – Self-Reflection Through Relationships  

30:33 – Embracing Sensitivity as Strength  

31:33 – Understanding the Nervous System  

33:08 – Practical Steps to Calm the Nervous System  

36:35 – Building Trust with Oneself  

37:55 – New Ventures and Creative Outlets

Keywords: self-compassion, mindfulness, coffee ritual, nervous system, presence, personal growth, curiosity, self-trust, relationships, sensitivity

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