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"Healed" Now What?Ep. 79 Hidden Doorways of Healing: Spirit, Plants, and the Spiral Path - Heather OrtonSend us a textIn this episode of The Healed Now What podcast, Lisa Dawn sits down with Heather Orton — a Reiki Master, teacher, and soul journey practitioner — to explore the winding, beautiful, and sometimes messy path of healing.Heather opens up about her first encounter with Reiki in high school, and how personal challenges — including a house fire and relationship struggles — shaped her journey and her approach to helping others heal. Listeners will discover how she leans on plant allies, Gaelic traditions, and the natural cycles of life to navigate transitions and reconnect with inner wi...
2025-09-101h 38
"Healed" Now What?Ep. 78 Walking Between Worlds: Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Modern Life - Shanon Lyn HarwoodSend us a textIn this episode of 'The Healed, Now What?' podcast, Lisa welcomes Shannon Lynn Harwood, also referred to as Sam, to explore the intersection of ancient shamanistic traditions and contemporary life. Shannon shares her journey into shamanism that began with seeking a non-traditional spiritual wedding ceremony, leading to profound mentorship with the spiritual elders of the Pecani Nation. Over nearly four decades, Shannon has established herself as a respected shamanic practitioner, healer, and educator. She co-founded the Kimappi School of Shamanism with her husband Marv, offering pathways of energetic, an...
2025-08-271h 16
"Healed" Now What?Ep. 77 Rekindling the Ancestral Fire: A Journey Through Gaelic Song and Story - Sìne MckennaSend us a textReconnecting Through Gaelic Songs and Stories: A Journey with Lisa Dawn and Sìne McKennaIn this weeks episode, Lisa welcomes Sìne McKenna, a Gaelic singer, storyteller, and wisdom keeper. They share a rich conversation about the power of Gaelic songs and storytelling in reconnecting with ancestral roots, joy, and cultural resilience. Sìne recounts her journey from her early exposure to Gaelic tradition to becoming a teacher and performer of Scottish Gaelic songs for over 35 years. They dive into transformative experiences, the significance of ancestral fire, and the role of j...
2025-06-191h 30
"Healed" Now What?Ep. 76 The Sacred Pace of Healing: A Follow-Up I Didn’t ExpectSend us a textIn today’s episode, I share what it’s been like to navigate a nonlinear healing journey. From breakdowns in hospital gowns to tender moments at home, from sitz baths and swelling to glimpses of joy—I reflect on the rawness, the resilience, and the love that has carried me through.This one’s for anyone in the middle of it. For those learning how to be in a body that’s still healing. For the caregivers holding it all. And for the sacred wisdom that emerges when we’re forced...
2025-06-1116 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 75 I'm Back: Surgery, Infection and a Crash Course in Somatic RecoverySend us a textI disappeared for three weeks. What I thought was a minor pulled muscle turned out to be a major medical emergency involving surgery, an at-home IV, and some of the most humbling, humanizing moments of my life.In this episode, I share the raw story of what happened—and what it taught me about healing, trauma, and the nervous system. We explore how physical injury and medical procedures can leave invisible imprints on the body… and why that matters in our relationships, too.You'll learn:How trauma shows up a...
2025-05-1615 min"Healed" Now What?Ep.74 Midwifing the Taboo: Reclaiming Birth, Death, and the Erotic as Sacred - Siân Marie PilkingtonSend us a textReclaiming The Wild Feminine: An Intimate Conversation with Siann Marie PilkingtonIn this empowering episode, Lisa Dawn introduces Sian Marie Pilkington, a radical birth guide, mother of four, and scholar of the sacred. Join them as they dive deep into Sian's journey from traditional doula to a transformative figure in the birthing community, her unique sensory awareness in birth, and her radical perspectives on motherhood, sexuality, and communal care. They explore themes of primal knowing, the raw beauty of birth and life, the journey of...
2025-04-241h 38
"Healed" Now What?Ep. 73 From Dirt Bikes to Dharma - Sound Healing, Surrender & Starting Over - Jesse BryantSend us a textEmbracing Transformation: Jesse Bryant’s Journey Through Healing, Sound, and CommunityThis episode features a rich conversation between Lisa Dawn and sound alchemist Jesse Bryant. The discussion kicks off with a reflective Buddhist parable about the temporality of life, setting the tone for their deep and insightful conversation. Jesse shares his transformational journey through chronic pain, the healing power of sound therapy, and the importance of intentional living. They explore his experiences from Arizona to Mexico, and now Canada, uncovering the magic of community and authentic healing work. Jesse’s sto...
2025-04-161h 51
"Healed" Now What?Ep. 72 The Healing Voice Within: Exploring Sacred Sound as Medicine - Matthew KocelSend us a textUnlocking the Healing Power of Sound: A Deep Dive with Matthew KocelIn this episode, host Lisa Dawn welcomes Matthew Kocel, renowned throat singer and transformational facilitator. The conversation traces Matthew's extraordinary journey from a spiritually desolate youth to becoming a beloved leader in the global sound healing movement. Detailing pivotal moments in his life, including spiritual awakenings and encounters with Tibetan monks, the dialogue highlights how he discovered the healing power of sound and its impact on emotional and physical well-being. ...
2025-04-091h 23"Healed" Now What?Ep. 71 Emotional Safety: Spotting it in Your Partner and Harnessing it Within - soloSend us a textBuilding Emotional Safety in Relationships: Compatibility Tests & Internal SecurityIn this episode, Lisa discusses the concept of emotional safety within relationships and offers practical tips to assess partner compatibility early on. She introduces simple, revealing tests like the 'cold and flu test,' 'stress test,' and 'road trip test' to help identify supportive and present partners. Lisa also emphasizes the importance of internal emotional safety, sharing techniques for creating a secure sense of self through safe places, people, memories, and sensations. Gain insights into effective communication, conflict management, a...
2025-04-0314 min"Healed" Now What?Ep.70 How to Stop Recreating the Past and Finally Feel Safe in Love - SoloSend us a textIn this week's episode, Lisa Don delves into the challenges of setting boundaries and maintaining healthy relationships, especially when dealing with attachment wounds. She explores the difference between intellectual knowledge and embodied experiences, discussing how our nervous systems are wired for survival rather than fulfillment. Lisa offers insights on how to identify and heal from anxious, avoidant, and disorganized attachment styles through embodied practices. She shares practical exercises, like the Safe Touch and Containment Exercise, the Inner Secure Anchor journaling exercise, and the Ye...
2025-03-2723 min
"Healed" Now What?Ep. 69 Designing a Life You Love: Entrepreneurship, Motherhood & Trusting Your Path - Brittney PetersSend us a textThe Journey of Personal Style and Creative Entrepreneurship with Brittney PetersIn this episode Lisa and Brittney explores the expansive nature of personal style with textile artist, designer, and owner of Flopsy Life, Brittney Peters. Brittney shares her inspiring journey from the early days of creative entrepreneurship to becoming a mother, highlighting the integral role of alignment, intuition, and vulnerability in her work. The conversation delves into the emotional significance of personal style, the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship with parenting, and the profound wisdom gleaned from trusting th...
2025-03-201h 06"Healed" Now What?Ep. 68 Feeling Supported: A Somatic Practice for Grounding and Ease - SoloSend us a textA Simple Somatic PracticeIn this episode, Lisa Dawn introduces a straightforward somatic practice focused on settling and stabilization. Lisa guides listeners through a five to seven-minute exercise designed to slow down, tune into the body, and find support in the present moment. By gently scanning the body, noticing sensations, and making necessary adjustments, this practice aims to shift the nervous system from anxiety or tension to a state of ease and relaxation. Lisa emphasizes the importance of awareness, space for emotions, and reconnecting with the body's wi...
2025-03-1315 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 67 How Eye Contact Shapes Your Relationships: Healing Through Being Seen - Solo EpisodeSend us a textThe Power of Eye Contact: Connection, Healing, and Self-Discovery.In this episode Lisa Dawn explores the profound impact of eye contact on relationships, connection, and nervous system health. She shares personal experiences of overcoming difficulties with eye contact and provides insight into how somatic and attachment psychology can help transform deeply ingrained survival strategies. Lisa discusses the interconnectedness of the eyes, jaw, and pelvis, and offers practical exercises to help listeners develop safe and natural eye contact. Additionally, sh...
2025-03-0631 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 66 Training the Body, Preparing the Mind: Why Your Nervous System Doesn’t Care How Prepared You "Think" You Are - SoloSend us a textThe Connection Between Jiu Jitsu, Somatic Healing, and Nervous System RegulationIn this episode, Lisa Dawn dives into the intriguing relationship between jiu jitsu, somatic healing, and how our nervous systems handle high-pressure situations. Lisa recounts her husband Tim's experience during his first jiu jitsu tournament, highlighting the unexpected ways his body reacted despite feeling prepared. She thoroughly explains the stages of nervous system activation and regulation, and how somatic work can help us manage stress in competitions and daily life. The episode also explores the broader im...
2025-02-2722 min"Healed" Now What?Ep.65 The Rhythm of Wellness: The Key to Healing, Connection and Well-Being - Solo EpisodeSend us a textExploring Coherence: The Key to Somatic Healing and PresenceLisa Dawn explores the concept of coherence and its importance for healing and well-being. She talks about how coherence involves noticing what is working within us, the harmony between different systems in the body, and how these observations contribute to our overall health. Lisa also shares her personal journey of moving from being overstimulated and fearful in social situations to finding balance and capacity through somatic work. The episode includes practical exercises for listeners to check in with th...
2025-02-2020 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 64 Haunted By A Dream? A Somatic Process For Unpacking Nightmares & Recurring Dreams - Solo EpisodeSend us a textUnlocking the Wisdom of Dreams: A Somatic ApproachIn this episode of 'Healed, Now What?', Lisa Dawn explores the nature of dreams and their potential for personal growth and healing. She discusses her own journey with dream journaling and lucid dreaming, sharing anecdotes from her vivid, recurring dreams. Lisa delves into Robert Moss's Active Dreaming principles and Peter Levine's somatic experiencing techniques to emphasize how dreams can help process trauma and integrate our deepest subconscious thoughts. The episode provides practical steps for understanding and working with dr...
2025-02-0623 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 63 Navigating Intimacy in Partnerships & Understanding Sexual Boundaries - Solo EpisodeSend us a textSexual Healing and Intimacy: A Personal JourneyIn this episode Lisa Dawn delves into the deeply personal topic of sexual healing and the process of reconnecting with one's body, boundaries, and desires. Sharing her own experiences with her husband Tim, she explores the dynamics of intimacy, the impact of sexual trauma, and the importance of listening to one's body. The episode also includes a guided somatic practice aimed at helping listeners identify and navigate their embodied responses to intimacy, ultimately promoting healing and self-awareness.Work with Lisa 1:100:00...
2025-01-3020 min"Healed" Now What?Ep 62. Trauma Bonding Vs Authentic Connection - Solo EpisodeSend us a textUnderstanding Emotional and Nervous System Regulation: Co-Regulation vs. Co-DisregulationLisa Dawn delves into the critical topic of emotional regulation and the impact of our nervous system on our relationships. She discusses the concepts of co-regulation and co-disregulation, shedding light on how our upbringing shapes our ability to connect and communicate. Lisa also touches on the importance of self-regulation, the challenges of people-pleasing, and how to build healthier, more authentic relationships. The episode includes personal anecdotes, practical advice, and a calming exercise to help reconnect with the...
2025-01-2322 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 61 How to Rewire Your Brain for What You Want (Instead of What You Don’t) Solo EpisodeSend us a textCombining Somatic Wisdom with Spiritual Practices: Transformative Shifts and Everyday AlignmentsIn this episode of the Healed Now What Podcast, Lisa Dawn explores the intersection of somatic wisdom, spiritual practices, and the teachings of Abraham Hicks to achieve alignment and transformation in life. Using personal stories, such as training her Australian shepherd Merlin, Lisa highlights how changing perspectives can shift behaviors and improve relationships. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on positive sensations and experiences, and introduces a 30-day challenge combining Abraham Hicks' philosophies and somatic practices. Listeners are guided through...
2025-01-1620 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 60 Hidden Treasures: How to find the Beauty in the Everyday - Solo EpisodeSend us a textDiscovering Hidden Treasures: The Art of Seeing the UnseenWe explore the concept of 'buried treasures' and how shifting our perspective can uncover hidden gems in our lives. From the host's personal sea glass hunting experience to discovering her hidden singing talent at 44, this episode emphasizes the importance of focus, patience, and daily practice to recognize the beauty in the ordinary. The host also shares a story by Ram Dass about a salesman's spiritual awakening, underscoring that sometimes, the real treasure lies in changing our viewpoint. Tune...
2025-01-0910 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 59 Naps, Nostalgia, The Flu and a Snowsuit Malfunction: Winter Reflections - Solo EpisodeSend us a textIn 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-In01:35 Reflecting on Traditions02:38 Holiday Flu and Community Care04:21 Winter Moments and Laughter05:41 Re...
2025-01-0219 min
"Healed" Now What?Ep. 58 Recipes for the Soul: Food as a Catalyst for Connection & Healing - Roni ZaideSend us a textThe Healing Power of Food: A Conversation with Roni ZadeThis 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...
2024-12-111h 07"Healed" Now What?Ep.57 The Fearful-Avoidant (aka:disorganized attachment) Love Map: Navigating Triggers, Trust, and True ConnectionSend us a textIn 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...
2024-12-0525 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 56 Anxious in Love: Why You Chase and How to Stop Losing Yourself - Solo EpisodeSend us a textExploring Anxious Preoccupied Attachment in RelationshipsLisa 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...
2024-11-2827 min
"Healed" Now What?Ep. 55 The Power of Innate Wisdom - Trace MillerSend us a textExploring Holistic Healing with Trace Miller: Mind-Body Connection and Emotional RegulationIn 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 fi...
2024-11-211h 12"Healed" Now What?Ep. 54 Why Am I Like This? Healing Dismissive Avoidant Attachment - Solo EpisodeSend us a textUnderstanding and Healing Dismissive Avoidant AttachmentIn this episode of the Healed Now What podcast, host Lisa Dawn celebrates the podcast's one-year anniversary and delves into the topic of dismissive avoidant attachment. She discusses the core beliefs and fears behind this attachment style, such as self-sufficiency, fear of vulnerability, and emotional distance. Lisa provides practical strategies for navigating emotions, building trust, and fostering connection while maintaining independence. The episode offers insightful tips for both individuals with dismissive avoidant tendencies and their partners, emphasizing the gradual...
2024-11-1421 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 53 Power Over vs. Empowerment: A Journey from Control to Connection - Solo EpisodeSend us a textUnderstanding Power Dynamics: From Control to EmpowermentIn 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.
2024-11-0717 min
"Healed" Now What?Ep.52 Love Notes & Life Lessons: Love, Loss, and Finding Inspiration - Harpreet DayalSend us a textLisa 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...
2024-10-301h 09
"Healed" Now What?Ep. 51 The Mystic, The Muse and The New Romantics: Bridging Human with The Divine - Ayesha OpheliaSend us a textJourney to Self: Embracing Creativity, Community, and Spiritual GrowthIn 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.
2024-10-231h 09"Healed" Now What?Ep. 50 Building Relationships That Honour Who You Are - Mini Solo EpisodeSend us a textRadical Authenticity and True Intimacy: Embracing Honesty in Self and RelationshipsIn 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 in...
2024-10-1720 min
"Healed" Now What?Ep. 49 How to Embody Grief: Pregnancy loss, Community Care & Navigating The Grieving Process wi Aditi LoveridgeSend us a textIn this episode of the Healed Now What Podcast, host Lisa Dawn welcomes guest Aditi Loveridge, an advocate for transforming grief support. They discuss the importance of personal healing, creating mindful rituals, and addressing gaps in systemic grief care. Aditi shares insights from her own grief journey, advocating for community support and educating others about meaningful grief processing. They explore the concept of 'grief burnout' and the vital role of setting boundaries during the grieving process. Aditi introduces the microdose method for grief pr...
2024-10-091h 05"Healed" Now What?Ep.48 The Missing Link To Deep, Fulfilling Relationships - Solo EpisodeSend us a text Navigating Disconnection: Reigniting Relationships Through Self-AwarenessIn this episode of the Healed Now What podcast, host Lisa Dawn explores the fading connections in relationships and provides insights on how to reignite those bonds. The discussion touches on the role of stress and lack of self-awareness in causing disconnection and offers strategies for emotional regulation and reconnection. By understanding our personal stressors and childhood influences, Lisa suggests ways to enhance our relationships and maintain presence and connection. Practical exercises are shared to help listeners bring more joy and mindfulness i...
2024-10-0324 min"Healed" Now What?Ep.47 Knowledge Is For The Mind & Experience Is For The Body - Solo EpisodeSend us a textIn this episode host Lisa Dawn explores the journey of healing relationship wounds and becoming the person you want your partnerships to be. Drawing on her experience as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and relationship mentor, Lisa offers practical insights into recognizing and transforming deep-seated patterns from past traumas and attachment wounds. The episode includes personal anecdotes, exercises like ‘catching your secure attachment’, and practices to build resilience and foster deeper connections. Plus, Lisa shares valuable advice on achieving emotional intelligence and authenticity in relati...
2024-09-2620 min"Healed" Now What?Ep. 46 How To Heal The Past In The Present - Solo EpisodeSend us a textHarnessing the Power of Love and Support in HealingIn this week's episode of 'Healed Now What?', host Lisa Dawn guides listeners through a reflective exercise aimed at connecting with the loving support systems that have shaped them. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing and honoring those who 'loved us into being' and explores how these relationships continue to impact our lives. Through somatic techniques, she helps listeners process and transform old wounds, building the capacity to offer themselves the support that may have been missing. ...
2024-09-1917 min