Cherishing your body allows you to call safe relationships into your life. Loving yourself is an act of rebellion in a world that prioritizes logic over cultivating safe and trusting relationships with oneself, friends, and romantic partners. Finding safety is the theme of Episode 17 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard. In this episode, Marlowe introduces herself to Veronica Clark, someone she met two years ago when she had a different name and before Marlowe became a published author. 

Veronica Clark is a somatic experience trainer and intimacy coach who encourages people to adopt mindful approaches to their interactions with their bodies. She also leads wellness sessions at Civana; including a sun salutations session that Marlowe attended in 2023, which changed Marlowe’s life. 

Not only did Marlowe experience powerful visions and recurring memories of an impactful love, but Marlowe's Civana visit allowed Marlowe to share her experiences with Leo a group of people. After gaining everyone's rapt attention, Marlowe realized she wanted to write love letters to Leo, which became the book "Love Letters to Leo." 

Marlowe's ability to open up once she felt safe plays on the bigger theme of the episode: the importance of learning to listen to our bodies and recognizing when we feel safe. If this feels foreign to you, begin to acknowledge when you don’t feel safe, such as when you sleep with your hands balled up in fists or clench a seat or steering wheel. 

Veronica explains how she welcomes safety into her life with improved communication, expressing what she needs to feel comfortable, whether it’s a gentle touch, verbal affirmations, or simply being held, and how this will significantly enhance intimacy. When you feel safe, you can explore your vulnerabilities without fear of judgment or rejection.

Especially in your relationships with your body, which is your first best friend. 

This episode is produced by Skip The Boring Stuff, a podcast strategy company for business owners and creatives.