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In this heartfelt episode, Lisa reflects on the transition into 2025, inviting listeners to assess their well-being and recount their experiences of the past season. Sharing personal anecdotes about a challenging flu season, the joys of cherished traditions, and a marathon film watching session, the host emphasizes the significance of rest and community. 

The episode culminates in a soothing somatic practice aimed at fostering presence and relaxation. 

00:00 Welcome and Check-In

01:35 Reflecting on Traditions

02:38 Holiday Flu and Community Care

04:21 Winter Moments and Laughter

05:41 Rest and Reflection

06:38 Movie Marathons and Family Time

08:06 The Importance of Rest and Community

09:57 Gentle Somatic Practice

17:52 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

18:15 Subscribe and Stay Tuned

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The Healing Power of Food: A Conversation with Roni Zade

This episode delves into the transformative journey of Roni Zade, a renowned cook, cookbook author, and food storyteller. Roni shares her personal experiences with trauma, food as therapy, and the healing power of cooking.

The conversation touches on her deep-rooted connection with family recipes, the importance of communal support, and the joy found in teaching and sharing her culinary creations. Lisa and Roni reminisce about shared memories, discuss parenting and emotional resilience, and explore Roni's new cookbook, 'Food Therapy.' This heartfelt discussion offers insights into using food as a medium for healing and connection.

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00:00 Introduction and Personal Trauma

00:43 Welcoming Roni Zade

01:25 Roni's Impact and Community Building

01:53 Today's Conversation Overview

02:52 Roni's Background and Mission

06:45 Healing and Personal Stories

12:48 Parenting and Emotional Support

21:18 Food Memories and Cooking Journey

31:05 Teaching and Adapting Cooking Classes

34:08 Excitement and Overwhelm in Cooking Classes

35:02 Connecting with Readers and Their Stories

39:14 The Healing Power of Food

46:45 Emotional Resilience and Parenting

54:16 Preserving Family Recipes

57:19 Creating New Recipes and Inspirations

01:03:51 A Heartfelt Conversation and Future Plans

01:06:12 Closing Remarks and Podcast Information

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In today’s episode of Healed, Now What?, Lisa Dawn dives deep into the intricacies of the fearful avoidant attachment style—a dynamic that can feel like a push-pull dance between craving connection and fearing it. Lisa shares personal stories, insights from her own healing journey, and practical tools to help you recognize and transform this attachment pattern, whether it’s your own or that of a loved one.

Discover how early chaos and inconsistency can shape how we love and connect, and learn how to move toward greater emotional regulation, trust, and intimacy.

If you’ve ever felt caught in the whirlwind of wanting closeness but fearing vulnerability, this episode is for you.

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[0:00] – Welcome & Introduction
Lisa introduces the podcast and her mission: helping others transform their wounds into strengths through somatic and attachment psychology.

[2:18] – A Grounding Exercise: Reflecting on Safety
Lisa guides a grounding practice to connect with feelings of safety by recalling consistent, protective relationships in your life.

[6:05] – What Is Fearful Avoidant Attachment?
Lisa defines fearful avoidant attachment and its roots in chaotic or inconsistent caregiving. She explains its hallmark behaviors: craving intimacy but fearing it.

[9:42] – Lisa’s Personal Story of Fearful Avoidant Patterns
Lisa shares her experiences of struggling to receive love, needing control, and feeling disoriented during conflicts early in her relationship.

[14:30] – How Trauma Shapes Fearful Avoidant Attachment
An exploration of how trauma, especially chaotic or abusive childhood environments, creates the push-pull dynamic of fearful avoidant attachment.

[17:50] – Recognizing Fearful Avoidant Patterns in Yourself or Others

[22:05] – Common Triggers for Fearful Avoidants
Lisa explains triggers like lack of trust, emotional intensity, and pressure to open up or rely on others.

[24:40] – How to Heal Fearful Avoidant Attachment

[29:15] – Rebuilding Basic Trust and Creating Safety
Lisa introduces the importance of creating safe spaces for connection and highlights her course Reclaiming Resilience.

[31:40] – Supporting a Fearful Avoidant Partner

[35:20] – Attachment Is Not a Life Sentence
Lisa reminds listeners that attachment wounds are starting points for healing, not permanent states. With awareness and practice, love can feel safe and steady.

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Exploring Anxious Preoccupied Attachment in Relationships

Lisa Dawn delves into the intricacies of anxious preoccupied attachment, a relationship dynamic characterized by hyper-vigilance and worry about connection. Lisa provides an overview of this attachment style, shares her own experiences, and offers practical tips for both those who identify with this attachment style and their partners.

The episode also highlights the importance of self-awareness, nervous system regulation, and boundary-setting to foster secure and fulfilling relationships.

Lisa concludes with an exclusive offer on her signature course, 'Reclaiming Resilience,' and encourages listeners to subscribe, share, and leave reviews.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:24 Anxious Preoccupied Attachment Overview

02:55 Settling In Practice

07:17 Personal Journey with Attachment

09:10 Understanding Anxious Preoccupied Attachment

10:41 Somatic Healing and Course Offer

11:59 Core Beliefs of Anxious Attachment

16:29 Tips for Partners of Anxious Individuals

21:15 Self-Help Strategies for Anxious Attachment

25:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Exploring Holistic Healing with Trace Miller: Mind-Body Connection and Emotional Regulation

In this episode of the 'Healed, Now What Podcast,' host Lisa Dawn welcomes Trace Miller, a certified mind-body practitioner and holistic healing coach. They delve into Trace's personal journey with chronic pain, anxiety, and depression, highlighting the interconnectedness of mind and body. The discussion covers the importance of neuroplastic pain, emotional regulation, and various healing processes such as somatic tracking. Trace emphasizes the body’s innate wisdom to heal and shares practical tools and practices to find inner harmony. The episode aims to empower listeners to overcome chronic conditions using a holistic approach.

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00:00 Introduction to Holistic Healing

02:17 Meet Trace Miller

05:04 Trace's Personal Healing Journey

05:54 Understanding Neuroplastic Pain

09:05 The Role of Somatic Tracking

11:17 The Importance of Emotional Regulation

16:55 Empowerment and Healing

29:51 Boundaries and Self-Care

40:40 Understanding Chronic Pain and Triggers

41:05 Life's Roller Coaster: Dealing with Pain Episodes

41:58 Listening to Your Body's Signals

47:29 The Importance of Self-Compassion

49:42 Building a Relationship with Your Body

51:36 The Power of Thought Tracking

01:02:35 Tools for Reconnecting with Your Body

01:05:27 The Role of Safety in Healing

01:07:59 Exploring New Activities and Trust

01:09:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Healing the Avoidant Heart: Understanding Emotional Availability

In this episode Lisa  addresses the avoidant attachment style and offers insights into how it affects relationships and emotional availability. 

Lisa shares her personal journey of being avoidant, detailing how she mistook emotional numbness for independence and how this impacted her relationships. She explains the difference between self-regulation and auto-regulation, and why true intimacy goes beyond physical closeness to include emotional vulnerability. 

The episode emphasizes the importance of building internal safety and practicing micro-vulnerability for healing. Lisa also introduces her field guide, 'Loving and Surviving the Avoidant Partner,' designed to help both avoidant individuals and their partners understand and navigate their dynamics better.

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00:00 Introduction and Personal Story

01:45 Understanding Avoidant Attachment

02:24 Physical Intimacy vs. Emotional Closeness

07:30 Self-Regulation vs. Auto-Regulation

09:49 Healing Avoidant Attachment

13:48 The Field Guide for Avoidant Partners

15:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Understanding Power Dynamics: From Control to Empowerment

In this episode, Lisa Dawn delves into the intricate world of power dynamics, exploring the contrast between 'power over' and 'empowerment'. Sharing a personal story from her childhood, Lisa discusses how authoritative control can breed feelings of shame and helplessness.

She then outlines how reworking this memory in therapy helped her find the support and collaboration she needed. Lisa explains the harmful effects of control tactics in relationships and emphasizes the importance of self-responsibility and emotional resilience to foster true empowerment.

The episode encourages listeners to shift from control to collaboration, ultimately enhancing personal relationships and societal interactions.

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00:00 Welcome and Setting the Scene

01:35 Exploring Power Dynamics

02:29 Personal Story: A Lesson in Power

06:03 Understanding 'Power Over'

09:48 Shifting to Empowerment

10:51 Practical Steps to Empowerment

13:37 Embodiment Exercise

14:49 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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Lisa Dawn welcomes the inspiring poet, author, and community convener Harpreet Dayal.

Harpreet shares her incredible journey of emotional healing and self-discovery, emphasizing the deep connection between grief and creativity.

Through intimate conversation, they discuss Harpreet's move from England to Calgary, her transformative project 'Love Notes,' and the vital importance of community during times of personal loss.

Harpreet opens up about her struggles and insights following the recent loss of her father, shedding light on how slowing down, tuning into one's body, and fostering meaningful connections can rejuvenate one's creative spirit.

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00:00 Introduction to Personal Loss and Realization

00:38 Welcome to the Healed Now What Podcast

01:05 Introducing Harpreet Dayal

02:07 Harpreet's Creative Journey and Grief

05:00 The Birth of Love Notes

17:01 Navigating Grief and Creativity

34:41 Living by Self-Love

36:12 True Self-Care Beyond Pampering

37:14 Nervous System and Somatic Healing

38:13 Special Offer: Reclaiming Resilience Course

39:54 Personal Journey of Inner Healing

42:12 Daily Practices and Self-Discovery

55:25 Navigating Grief and Loss

59:36 Embracing Creativity and Community

01:05:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Journey to Self: Embracing Creativity, Community, and Spiritual Growth

In this multifaceted episode, host Lisa Dawn is joined by spiritual guide Aisha Ophelia and other guests to explore profound themes such as the hero's journey, 5D consciousness, and the integration of creativity and spirituality.

Their discussions emphasize the importance of community, the transformative power of vulnerability, and the joy found in simplicity. Ayesha & Lisa share personal stories about reconnecting with nature, using music and divination for personal growth, and the intricate blend of human potential and divine essence.

Offering deep insights into subjects like Gene Keys, unlearning societal conditioning, and the power of living authentically, this episode encourages listeners to embrace their true selves and find magic in everyday moments.

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00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Living Close to Nature

00:28 Meet the Guest: Ayesha Ophelia

01:46 Exploring Ayesha's Work and Philosophy

04:55 Aisha's Personal Journey and Inspirations

10:01 The Concept of 3D and 5D Consciousness

21:23 The Role of Divination and Intuition

28:11 Community and Creativity: The Path Forward

33:00 Fresh Perspectives and Soulful Insights

33:53 Cherishing Simple Joys

34:56 Embracing Failure and Growth

36:54 The Power of Singing and Vulnerability

41:30 Connecting with Nature and Creativity

48:41 Unlearning and Reconnecting with Purpose

01:00:33 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

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Radical Authenticity and True Intimacy: Embracing Honesty in Self and Relationships

In this insightful episode of the Heal Now What podcast, host Lisa Dawn explores the profound concept of radical authenticity and its critical role in self-discovery and building genuine relationships. 

She draws inspiration from somatic therapist Lexi Florentina on valuing our bodies and their histories. 

Lisa highlights how making authentic choices shapes our lives, the difficulty of prioritizing self-care, and the challenges of fostering true intimacy through inner work and facing painful truths. The episode emphasizes the importance of practicing rupture and repair, creating safety through honesty, and the interplay of neuroception and trust. 

Practical steps for self-awareness, like mindfulness and acknowledging emotions, are discussed, presenting a path to deeper, liberated connections founded on genuine love rather than fear or performance.

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00:00 Introduction and Warm Welcome

01:00 Reflecting on Our Bodies and Experiences

02:43 The Importance of Choices in Healing

04:08 Challenges in Prioritizing Ourselves

04:49 Relationships and Inner Work

05:54 Owning Our Self-Betrayals

06:56 Practicing Radical Authenticity

08:23 Addressing Issues in Real-Time

08:59 Personal Example: Stockpiling Emotions

09:25 Addressing Hurt in the Moment

10:05 The Gift of Rupture and Repair

11:55 Choosing Truth Over Comfort

15:04 Rediscovering Ourselves

17:28 Self-Observation and Authenticity

19:09 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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