If you're looking to feel more connected and alive in your everyday life, this episode is for you! Join me in this potent conversation with my special guest, Calli Sol, as we discuss the themes and lessons from the Sealskin, Soulskin story from the book Women Who Run With The Wolves, by Clarissa Pinkola Estes.
We dive into really important topics like finding one's sense of self, reconnecting with the soul, healing, and the impact of relationships. We also delve into the characters in the selkie story and how they relate to our lives, especially discussing the concept of soulful connection and the pursuit of external validation. Calli shares the importance of being in a state of "rest and digest" and the power of storytelling to shape our beliefs and experiences.
In this conversation, we also get real and raw about the journey of self-discovery and healing. We explore the idea of losing and reclaiming one's 'soul skin' and the process of finding oneself. We look at emotionally charged concepts like what's "right and wrong" and how every experience, even the painful ones, can be a part of our growth and learning. Our conversation concludes with a discussion on finding happiness and the everyday practices that can support personal growth and connection.
This episode is part of our Selkie Myth series where we're exploring themes of burnout, over-giving, disconnection, finding ourselves and infusing our life with more aliveness. Be sure to download our free study guide to get the most out of this episode and the Selkie series.
Key Takeaways
The Sealskin, Soulskin story explores themes of finding one's sense of self, reconnecting with the soul, and healing.
The pursuit of external validation and the belief that external things will bring happiness is a lie that many people believe.
Connection is a physical reaction in the body and being in a state of rest and digest allows access to the right brain, which is connected to everything.
The ego, represented by the lonely man in the story, can be taught the truth and the story of its own immortality.
Being in a state of rest and digest and connecting with oneself is essential for true contentment and peace. Breathing and being present can help in moments of fear and discomfort.
Every experience, even the painful ones, can be a part of our growth and learning.
Finding happiness is about perceiving experiences in a positive way.
Every individual has the power to heal and reclaim their 'soul skin'.
Personal growth and connection require everyday practices and self-reflection.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
03:35 Exploring the Themes of the Sealskin, Soul Skin Story
09:14 The Pursuit of External Validation and the Lie of Happiness
19:30 The Power of Connection and Being in a State of Rest and Digest
25:48 Teaching the Ego the Truth and Embracing Immortality
30:27 Finding Contentment and Peace Through Self-Connection
33:38 Losing and Reclaiming One's 'Soul Skin'
36:53 The Cage We Build for Ourselves
38:37 The Point of Life: Experiencing What We're Not
41:40 Choosing Yourself and Putting Your 'Soul Skin' Back On
44:52 The Power of Surrender and Forced Healing
50:32 Embracing the Idea That Everything's Okay
53:24 The Equality of Human Experience
01:02:33 The Power of Personal Creation
01:05:17 Embracing the Perfection of Life
