The Nourished Nervous System
An exploration of stress, the nervous system, and resilience through the lenses of Ayurveda, Holistic Coaching, Herbs, Somatics and much more!
Episodes
73 episodes
Nourishing the Feminine with Ayurveda and Wisdom Teachings with Deborah Keene
If you consider yourself a woman, how do you connect to your feminine resources?Do you have practices that help you to cultivate your intuition and the path of a soul led life?In this episode of The Nourished Nervous System podc...
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Episode 72
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39:39
Herbal Support for Sleep
Sleep troubles are the worst. Not sleeping well can affect your physical and mental health in a myriad of ways.The most sustainable way to work with sleep issues is to get to the root cause and make the lifestyle shifts to support...
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Episode 71
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28:03
Embodying Aliveness Through Transpersonal and Somatic Psychotherapy with Marietta Skeen
In this week's episode of the Nourished Nervous System podcast, I welcome Marietta Skeen. Marietta is a Transpersonal and Somatic Psychotherapist, who offers therapy, movement, meditation and energy practices to help folks come int...
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Episode 70
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40:37
Navigating Fear and Division in Turbulent Times
In this episode of The Nourished Nervous System, I reflect on the impact of current global events—from political upheavals to natural disasters—on our nervous systems. The discussion highlights practical steps to anchor ourse...
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Episode 69
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22:42
A Deep Dive into Ayurvedic Gut Health with Erik Jackson
In the West we are starting to understand the importance of gut health and how it impacts so many other systems in our body.This is an understanding that Ayurveda has held central for thousands of years.Join us for this week's e...
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Episode 68
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36:05
Balancing Effort and Being: Insights on Self Love
We are constantly hearing how important it is to love ourselves, but what does that really mean?When is self care a form of self love and when is it just going through the motions?And how do we connect with our true needs and ac...
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Episode 67
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23:49
Nervous System Reset for Vata Season
Do you ever notice changes in your sleep or digestion as you enter into autumn? Does your skin get drier? Do you feel spacier or more anxiety? If so, you may be experiencing excess vata dosha. In Ayurvedic though...
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37:46
The Low Down on Adaptogens: Herbs for Resilience
You most likely have seen the word "adaptogen" on some type of herbal product or beverage in the past few years. They are incredible herbs with an intelligence that helps our bodies adapt to stress.The thing is, they are so amazin...
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Episode 65
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26:05
Ayurveda is a Somatic Practice: Connecting to Your Body as Nature
In a world that prioritizes the mind, so much healing happens when we connect back in with our bodies. When we remember that we are nature.In this episode I delve into the powerful connection between Ayurveda and somatic practices...
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Episode 64
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25:06
Anchoring Your Nervous System: Insights from Polyvagal Theory
In this week's episode of 'The Nourished Nervous System', I get into some of the basics of polyvagal theory, its origins, and the significance of anchoring the nervous system in the ventral vagal state for optimal health and resilience.
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Episode 63
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32:14
Cultivating Ojas for a Healthy Libido with Larissa Carlson
What do immunity, libido, and the nervous system have in common? An Ayurvedic substance called Ojas.Cultivating Ojas is key to health and vitality in any stage of life but especially in mid life.In this episode, Lari...
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Episode 62
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1:01:46
Preparing Your Nervous System for Seasonal Shifts
It is defintely still summer. But I am beginning to notice the subtle shifts that beckon fall. From an Ayurvedic perspective this is the perfect time to take stock and prepare for Vata Season.In this episode of the 'The Nou...
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Episode 61
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28:09
Returning Home to Our Bodies with Abigail Rose Clarke
Have you ever read a book that feels like food for your spirit? That nourishes you with insight and stories and practices? 'Returning Home to Our Bodies' by Abigail Rose Clark is one of those books for me.In this episode wit...
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Episode 60
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46:08
Befriending Stress : Riding the Waves of the Stress Response Cycle
What if stress in itself is not the problem? What if through a shift in mindset you can begin to change your relationship to stress.In this week's episode of 'The Nourished Nervous System,' I revisit the importance of carving ...
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Episode 59
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22:54
Sourcing Resources for Resilience
In this episode of the Nourished Nervous System, I discuss personal experiences with anger and stress, particularly related to the challenges of balancing parenting and self-care. Emphasizing the necessity of alone time for resourc...
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Episode 58
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12:43
Surrendering to the Transformative Power of Pitta Season
In Ayurveda, summer is Pitta Season. Pitta is all about heat, energy and transformation.I don't know about you, but for me summer can be really intense.In this episode of The Nourished Nervous System, the focus is on...
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Episode 57
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28:52
Unleashing Creativity and Healing Through Somatics and Dance with Alexandra Beller
In this insightful episode of 'The Nourished Nervous System', Alexandra Beller takes us on a fascinating journey from her career as a professional dancer with the Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company to her pivotal work in somatics and moveme...
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Episode 56
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53:28
Nervous System Herb Allies: Chamomile, Oats, Passionflower, Tulsi, and Ashwagandha
In this episode of 'The Nourished Nervous System,' I delve deeply into the world of herbs that support the nervous system. I share personal experiences and professional insights on five key herbs: Chamomile, Milky Oat Tops, Passi...
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Episode 55
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44:57
Healing Chronic Pain and Fatigue through Mind-Body Interventions with Grace Secker
In this episode, I welcome Grace Secker, as she shares her journey from battling chronic conditions to becoming a licensed psychotherapist, chronic pain and nervous system coach, certified yoga therapist, and Reiki energy healer. G...
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Episode 54
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34:40
The Window of Resilience: Insights from Ayurveda and Somatic Practices
In this special anniversary episode of 'The Nourished Nervous System,' I celebrate a year of growth and change, both personally and through the podcast. I delve into the concept of the window of resilience—how much stress we ...
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Episode 53
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31:41
Supporting the Body in Times of Grief: Somatic Embodiment with Donna Brooks
In this candid and tender conversation, Donna Brooks shares her life story and her transformative journey through somatic embodiment work. She recounts her unconventional path, starting from her childhood in suburban New York...
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Episode 52
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51:16
Nourish Your Mind: Ayurveda, Breath Work and Seasonal Self Care
I don't know about you, but I can sometimes feel overwhelmed in busy buzz of summer season. My mind can feel really full trying to process in this busy time of year.That is why, in this episode of 'The Nourished Nervous System,' I...
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Episode 51
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31:41
Exploring Non-Monogamy and Somatic Pleasure with Irene Morning
In this intimate and enlightening conversation, Irene Morning, a somatic pleasure coach and author of 'The Polyamory Paradox: Finding Your Confidence in Consensual Non-Monogamy,' shares her personal and professional journey. She di...
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Episode 50
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49:53
Embracing Paradoxes: Navigating Grief, Joy, and Resilience
In this short and sweet episode of 'The Nourished Nervous System,' I reflect on the complex emotions of being human, especially in times of personal and global grief. Balancing moments of joy amidst sorrow, the discussion delves into th...
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Episode 49
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12:51
A Somatic Approach to Leadership and Power with Pavini Moray
In this episode, I welcome Pavini, a queer, trans human who utilizes their diverse background as a park ranger, Montessori teacher, sex therapist, and startup CEO to thrive in their current roles as a somatic coach, author, and advocate f...
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Episode 48
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45:57