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Make More Money without Selling Your SoulBeyond the Mind: Exploring Somatics, Safety and Healing with Natasha de GrunwaldThis week I’m joined by the incredible Natasha de Grunwald, a published author, international Breath-work, Trauma and Somatic expert with 30 years of experience. She is the founder of the Trauma Release Method and Seismic Orgasmic Breath experience.We talk about why mindset work alone isn’t always enough, how trauma gets stored in the body, and why nervous system regulation is the missing piece for so many entrepreneurs. Natasha shares her personal story of healing, the power of breath-work, and what real somatic practice looks like beyond the surface-level trends you see online.Wha...
2025-09-1246 min
The Menopause Mindset186 Breathwork, Orgasms and Trauma Release with Natasha De GrunwaldJoin me and Natasha De Grunwald in our gritty conversation about navigating menopause with breathwork. Natasha is an expert in breathwork and trauma healing, and we discuss the profound impact of breathwork on women's health, particularly during menopause. Also in this conversation, we talk about…🌱 The Role of Touch in Trauma Healing🌱 The Trauma Release Method Explained🌱 Embracing Joy and Self-Discovery🌱 The Power of Seismic Orgasmic Breath🌱 Understanding Female Sexuality and Healing🌱 Navigating Menopause and Emotional Healing🌱 The Importance of Retreats for Transformation
2025-04-251h 06
Seven Directions® Breathwork: The PodcastWhat Cadavers Taught Me About The Universe Through The Human Body! With Natasha De GrunwaldTW: early reference to physical violence & later reference to cadavers.
Join me as we dive into the mysteries of the human body and how that connects to the mysteries of the universe with special guest Natasha de Grunwald.
We talk about:
How Natasha's early teenage experiences shaped her life journey.
How understanding the human body in its most raw and intimate physical form has come to inform her work on the deepest levels.
Why Natasha is passionate about supporting people to change their inner dialogue and open to their...
2024-09-3035 min
Infinite ReceivingBreath, Sexuality, Healing and Self Discovery with Natasha De GrunwaldYou are going to absolutely love this episode with international Breathwork facilitator Natasha De Grunwald.We go deep into how the breath influences everything that we do and all that we are, how it really acts as a gateway for our past, our present and ultimately what will become in our future and how when we are able to tap into the potency of the breath it can change how we feel it can change how we interact with people…. It can change how we respond to our triggers and activations. It can change how we enjoy ou...
2024-01-1555 min
The Art of AlchemyUnveiling the taboo in kinks, relationships and the shadow with Jamie CattoIn this weeks Art of Alchemy podcast Jamie talks about film making with his spiritual teacher Ram Dass and how he desired to be anointed, wasn’t his best self when making the film and yet how his heart was fully open whilst being in the creative process.Jamie Catto is a musician, teacher, writer and film maker (who also created the film ‘one giant leap’).Whilst working in the creative industry Jamie soon realised that everyone was hiding huge parts of themselves which made it impossible for people to thrive and re...
2023-07-211h 03The Art of AlchemyUnleashing Your Creative Wealth and Self Belief with StarlingStarling is a pop princess who was discovered by Massive Attack and signed by Zero Seven. She is the ICON for self belief. In this weeks podcast you'll hear two friends talking about the music and the wellbeing industry - discussing the commonalities in both. Natasha and Starling talk about monetizing talent, pricing, self value and their own inherited and created mindset stories around money.They discuss the importance of not falling into the struggling artist or healer stereotype and the misconception that putting a price on healing or coaching is not spiritual. They also share deeply p...
2023-07-1352 minThe Art of AlchemyHow Surrendering Control Leads to ExpansivenessIn this episode of "The Art of Alchemy" podcast, Natasha de Grunwald shares her personal experiences of surrendering control and being present, which has brought her a feeling of expansiveness. She discusses the challenges and benefits of letting go of control, including expanding self-awareness and building confidence. Natasha invites listeners to join her in exploring their own expansiveness and embracing their edges in her upcoming workshop. She also reflects on areas of her life where she is learning to let go of control and emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between action and surrender. Natasha encourages listeners to...
2023-07-0822 minThe Art of AlchemyLaughing at Our Limiting Beliefs: A Fun Guide to Being Expansive as F*ckAre you ready to live an expansive life?My upcoming online event, "Expansive as F*CK," aims to help people overcome self-doubt and limiting beliefs and discusses exactly how these really impact our lives.In this episode, I share my personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and encourage listeners to embrace all parts of themselves. I believe that many of our limiting beliefs come from childhood and societal conditioning, and it's important to question and challenge them to live a more expansive and happy life.I emphasize the importance of growth and evolution, and...
2023-06-2422 minThe Art of AlchemyYearning for More: Life and Death Through an Altered LensIn this podcast episode of "The Art of Alchemy," I am talking about a highly unusual experience I had, a meditation about death. But, as you will hear this was no ordinary meditation but one curated by an artists and pathologist.I discuss the significance of having new and mind-altering experiences to broaden one's perspective. This unique experience I had was part of the research for my book "Thai Massage Dissected,” and described in detail what would happen to the body after death. I emphasize the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone and tryi...
2023-06-1221 minThe Art of AlchemyCan the Wisdom of the Fascia Layer Unlock Quantum Healing Potential?In this episode of "The Art of Alchemy" podcast, I am talking about why working with fascia in clinic is a key component to transformational and quantum healing potential - with a strong link to the psycho-somatic approach I'm so fond of.I share insights about the power of touch and how it can help clients open up and share their deepest thoughts and feelings - and how I have observed the deepening of this when working with the layers of fascia.As I delve deeper into the topic, I explain the intricacies of the...
2023-06-0117 minThe Art of AlchemyEmbracing Discomfort: How to Find Alignment and Resourcefulness in Life and BusinessIn this podcast episode, I talk about something super important - getting comfortable with discomfort. I share some personal experiences of dealing with uncomfortable situations and triggers, and I really emphasize the importance of finding alignment and resourcefulness within ourselves. We also chat about how discomfort can pop up in business and relationships, and I give some tips on building up your "rejection muscle" and finding inner guidance to deal with those tough moments. I really encourage you to take a look at where you might be holding yourself back and start taking small steps to...
2023-05-2614 minThe Art of AlchemyThe Power of Slowing Down: A Journey to Inner WisdomIn this podcast episode, I'm sharing with you my personal experience of slowing down and being present in my life and the positive impact this has had personally and professionally. As someone who's always incredibly busy (single mum, entrepreneur - you know the deal) I never realized how important it was to become still, for days, to slow down at home for days. After experiencing a death in my family, it was yet another wake up call, a reminder of how short life is and how important it is to me to leave something positive as...
2023-05-1913 minThe Art of AlchemyThe Energetics of Pricing: Why Money is More Than Just NumbersIn this podcast episode, I discuss the absolute Head F**K of pricing your treatments and sessions especially when new opportunities arise.I share personal experiences and insights on how to approach this challenge, emphasizing the importance of being clear about what needs to be earned to cover costs and make a profit. However, this is certainly not the only consideration by any stretch of the imagination and in this episode I go into much more depth I advise against pricing on what others are doing or what we think people can afford, an...
2023-05-1217 minThe Art of AlchemyYou should breathe properly, here's howIn this weeks"Art of Alchemy" podcast. I talked about how important it is to breathe properly for both our physical and mental health.Did you know that the way we take our first breath at birth can affect our breathing for the rest of our lives? Crazy, right?But don't worry, I've got some tips for improving your breathing through a functional breathing exercise Ill share with youIt's a simple exercise for you to try out, and let me tell you, it's a game changer. Proper breathing can even h...
2023-05-0419 minThe Art of AlchemyUntangling the roots and branches of the nervous system in clinicIn this weeks episode I am sharing some thought provoking perspectives about the nervous system.I ask the question, are you co-regulating in clinic?I share with you an experiment I did when I was holding a group Breathwork linked to collective anxiety.I'm also discussing the nervous system from a perspective you may not have considered before and how I work in clinic.I talk about how intimately linked our nervous systems are, way beyond our physical bodies. Cause and effect - how is this showing up for y...
2023-04-2725 minThe Art of AlchemyIn conversation with interfaith minister and sober rave influencer Samantha MoyoIn this weeks episode I am interviewing Samantha Moyo who is a true visionary, entrepreneur and heart led community builder.Sam was incredibly influential in the sober raving scene as they started Morningloryville. They then went on to do a TED talk and is now training to become an interfaith minister - studying theology and faiths from Shamanism to Tantra, judaism to christianity and how this has opened her their world locally and globally.In this episode we talk about:growing a vision and what it takes to believe in the thing...
2023-04-2039 minThe Art of AlchemyThe Impact of Self BullyingToday's episode is all about the impact of self bullying and self criticism. It's something that has sadly become so natural to us but isn't at all natural. It has consequences on how you feel which has a knock on effect on all areas of your life - including your therapy business.I'll be exploring what the true impact is of negative self talk and looking into whether it impacts us at a cellular level. I’ll be talking about the physiological impact of treating ourselves this way - and it is going to really su...
2023-04-1335 minThe Art of AlchemyHow to Build ResilienceIn this weeks Art of Alchemy podcast I talk about ‘How to build resilience”.Why am I talking about this?Because I have had to build resilience for myself as a therapist/solopreneur/small business owner so that I can continue to support clients and students, teach and show up for events and work engagements, even when I have been grieving the loss of my dad - and most recently my beautiful sister - in - law.In this episode I share with you many tips about how to build resilience so you can...
2023-04-0728 min
The Art of AlchemyIs your pain all in the brain?In this weeks episode I am sharing with you what it means to have psychosomatic painI talk about the science of what is actually happening with your brain and why you might be stuck in a cycle of pain that will not get better no matter how many treatments you haveI also cover:The definition of Psychosomatic The mind body connection and how your thoughts are having a huge impact on your physical healthHow suppressing or repressing emotions impacts the physical bodyWhat is happening with your nervous system when youre i...
2023-03-3136 minThe Art of AlchemyThe spiritual awakening of a child star with Luisa Bradshaw WhiteWe have a wonderful guest on the podcast this week.I was excited to interview Louisa Bradshaw White to find out how she went from being a child star to becoming a brilliant Breathwork facilitator and DJ. I'm always interested in what happens in the space between one career and another and the shifts we make toward self realisation and fulfilment and this conversation certainly doesn't disappoint.Luisa was a childhood star on Grange Hill then later Holby City and Eastenders, family TV shows in the UK that have been running for years...
2023-03-241h 02The Art of AlchemyHave Your Boundaries Been Broken?In this weeks episode I'm talking to you about boundaries and how setting them is an act of LOVE that creates safety and clarity in ALL of your relationships: BUSINESSINTIMATEFRIENDSHIPSFAMILYWhen our boundaries are too rigid it's a problem and equally when they are loose (or non existent) we are opening ourselves up for all kinds of trouble.Knowing HOW to communicate clearlyKnowing WHY to set themKnowing HOW to make themInside this episode I talk about sexual, personal, emotional, professional, physical, intellectual, t...
2023-03-0331 minThe Art of AlchemyDo you have rejection sensitivity?Do you have rejection sensitivity?If you do then no doubt you already know this:It can knock the wind out of your confidence and self beliefFreeze you in a trauma response Make you put everyone else’s needs firstAnd its EXHAUSTING.You'll be very familiar with the idea of being a people pleaser. But do you know why?Do you know how to see this differently?Do you know what you can do to shift this into a new way of being?In this weeks pod...
2023-02-2337 minThe Art of AlchemyHow to Be a Magnet for WealthOn this weeks podcast I talk about and share with you a process I went through around the idea of being a magnet for wealth.Are you ready for a shift in your perception of what this means, how it shows up and how your beliefs alone might be preventing you from having more wealth?If you are a heart centred person you might find this concept (wealth) to be icky - because you care deeply about others - but I invite you to have a listen as I truly believe it will be a...
2023-02-1621 minThe Art of AlchemyHow To Stop Self SabotageEEKK, how many of you have found yourself self sabotaging the hell out of yourself in the past (or right know in fact)?I know it all too well. And I talk about this endlessly with my clients and students. It's a sneaky bugger what the mind does to keeps safe.And this is exactly what is happening when we are in self sabotage mode.In this weeks podcast I teach you how to STOP (and its not that hard once you know how!)Have a listen an...
2023-02-0927 minThe Art of AlchemyAbuse and ConsentThis weeks episode comes with a TRIGGER WARNING.It was really emotional and difficult to record, but it felt very important to speak my truth and share my personal opinion all around abuse and consent.I have had a couple of experiences recently where old abuse trauma was triggered in me, and there was an allegation of abuse in the breathwork field, so as a teacher, woman, mum I had to voice what this has been like.I'd love to know your thoughts when you have had a listen.Please do...
2023-02-0435 minThe Art of AlchemyHow to release anxietyOver the past 30+ years I have helped thousands of people who have been experiencing anxiety.For many years I used bodywork - these days I primarily use a mixture of coaching and Breathwork, with a small dose of inner child explorations when needed.Recently I have noticed a huge surge in clients who are suffering due to anxiety levels being really high and it being crippling, debilitating and all consuming and feeling as if it will never lessen.In this weeks episode I teach you 3 simple tools which have helped many of my...
2023-01-2812 minThe Art of AlchemyWhat to do when you have the wobblesIn the Art of Alchemy podcast this week I am talking about and sharing from a really vulnerable and real place with you as I talk about the wobbles and how it feels when things don't go to plan.I share what happened to my mindset, my day of tears, my fears and doubts - and then what I did to help myself out of the funk I was in.I share about launching a new project and it feeling like everything was conspiring against me to find that I was in a process.
2023-01-2031 minThe Art of AlchemyHow to BE it Now with Body Wisdom for the New YearWith the new year upon us the channels are inundated with advice about goal setting, planning, strategies, becoming the new YOU.Many of you will be feeling ready for more, ready for something different and aren’t yet clear on how to get there and the advice you are coming across is old and tired and not motivating you. You're uninspired and you know from this place its unlikely much will change. You might have a master plan, you might have goals, you might even be clear on your why.You might also be...
2023-01-0518 minThe Art of AlchemyHow to Take Radical ResponsibilityToday I am talking to you about taking radical responsibility. As we move into the new year there has never been a more powerful time for you to choose to take 100% ownership for the life you are creating. When you start to recognise that you are the powerful creator of your life and not the victim of it you are able to enjoy life more and life a healthier and happier life. Taking radical responsibility means being present, taking aligned action from a place of clarity, recognising that you cannot change others but you...
2022-12-2916 minThe Art of AlchemyAre you creating dependency or empowerment?In this week's episode I am talking about a controversial topic, asking the following question. Are you empowering your clients or creating a co-dependant relationship?What if you could build an even better business and continue working with clients over long periods whilst watching their transformation?What if the days of repeat clients always returning with the same problems could be a thing of the past? I'm going to share with you a brand new concept in the well-being world which integrates physical, emotional, energetic support rather than the old way of separating the...
2022-12-2232 minThe Art of AlchemyArt of Alchemy TrailerWelcome to the Art of Alchemy, formerly known as the Dissected Woman podcast. I can't wait to share this podcast journey with you.
2022-12-1502 minThe Art of AlchemyHow I released struggle and found joyThe dissected woman podcast disappeared and now we are back!!We are back with a brand new podcast - THE ART OF ALCHEMY. And I am beyond excited about it.Have you started feeling there is no joy in life, or life just got too heavy and overwhelming?How often do you feel you're not in alignment and you are heavy with that feeling of being stuck and not knowing how to shift out of the funk.This weeks episode is about how you can shift your mindset to e...
2022-12-1522 minThe Art of AlchemyArt of Alchemy TrailerWelcome to the Art of Alchemy podcast, formerly known as The Dissected Woman podcast. in this short trailer episode I can't wait to tell you all about the new podcast. Enjoy!
2022-12-1504 min
The Art of AlchemyBig News about The Dissected Woman PodcastAfter a break from recording this year I have been so touched by the amount of messages I have received asking when the podcast will be returning. Today's episode will give you all the juicy details about the transformation this podcast is about to undergo. It is the end of the journey for the Dissected Woman Podcast but I am so thrilled to announce that the Art of Alchemy Podcast will emerge this Thursday. I can't wait for you to hear the first episode. Join me on instagram to find out more about what is going on i...
2022-12-1304 min
The Intuition ConversationsNatasha de Grunwald: Intuition + CommunityIn this week's episode I talk to Natasha de Grunwald. For 30 years, Natasha has worked as a therapist and teacher of Thai Yoga Massage. She speaks about her journey of travelling to Thailand to learn Thai Massage and coming back to the UK as the only practitioner of this modality. This led Natasha to be acutely aware of lacking community and she has spent her life building communities and supporting other wellbeing practitioners. We also discuss her transition to become a breathwork facilitator and the importance of felt sense relating to intuition. We acknowledge that doing the inner work c...
2022-05-2954 min
The Art of AlchemyHow to Begin and Uplevel as a TherapistEvery massage therapist has wondered at some point WHY their client disappeared never to return. Everyone who has ever had high hopes for getting a decent massage has sadly been disappointed (or dare I say it - HURT) at least once. Then there are some therapists who find their business becoming so successful they cant cope with the rapid influx of clients. And others who have got unbelievably long standing relationships with their clients for one reason alone.In this weeks episode we are talking WELLNESS in a deep sense of the word. For many years it...
2022-04-0729 min
The Art of AlchemyDissecting the Energetic Layers of MarketingI cannot help but be aware of the energy people bring to the wellness industry.You might not know but I can also use my sensitivities to feel what is happening for businesses when it comes to their marketing.(Yep I am talking energy here!)Are you a wellness entrepreneur who has been working hard to market your business?You've been expecting all your efforts to bring in new clients.Because that is what you have been told will happen - you followed the ‘formula'.But it ha...
2022-03-3118 min
The Art of AlchemyHow To Make Your To-Do List Work For YouMy guess is that you have a to-do list. And if I am right about this I'll hedge my bets you have more than one.Am I right?Now I am not psychic but I'll go one step further and say ‘Your to-do list grows by the day and you never seem to get to the bottom of it’.Have I hit the nail on the head?In this weeks podcast I am going to tell you exactly how you can make peace with your to do list and m...
2022-03-2416 min
The Art of AlchemyMenopause - The Next Cycle of Awakening with Petra CoveneyIn this weeks Dissected Woman Podcast episode you are going to go deep with us- exploring what it means when a woman steps into her POWER.Have you entered the peri-menopause or menopause cycle and have you noticed a huge positive awakening that has changed EVERYTHING for you?Has your body been guiding you towards a new career, a more intimate relationship with yourself, are you suddenly craving deeper meaning and pivoting your business? If so your hormones and body wisdom is guiding you forwards to the next stage of your life
2022-03-171h 26
The Menopause Mindset96 Your Body is A Miracle with Natasha De GrunwaldThe lack of touch made my heart & muscles harden. I couldn't explain the feeling very eloquently, but it was like my body just needed to know itself. It needed to experience itself, and it couldn't without bumping up against another human. I'm talking about the time my husband and I broke up. It was very disorientating. When infants are starved of touch their physical and mental development slows down......and honestly, I think adults are the same. My podcast guest today is Natasha De Grunwald who is an experienced teacher...
2022-03-141h 04
The Art of AlchemyThe Vital Role of Wellness in the Perinatal Period with Alex HeathThe perinatal period is often a time when here is a huge emotional and spiritual transition into new unchartered territories of parenthood. Becoming a holistic professional who can support during this time is a vital role.Many wellness practitioners are searching for a ‘niche’ where they can bring together passion, healing, skills and techniques, and often their own experiences to help heal.In this weeks episode of the Dissected Woman Podcast I speak with the amazing Alex Heath - founder of Traumatic Birth Recovery - college of perinatal health - who specialises in teach...
2022-03-111h 01
The Art of AlchemyHow to Experience Success and Achieve Your GoalsThe idea of setting goals is not new and if you are wanting to grow and expand your business it is an integral part of your success.However, the experience of many entrepreneurs, therapists and wellness professionals is they are either not setting goals, or if they are they are not reaching them and this leads to feeling stuck or overwhelmed or just downright fed upSo the question is - what can you do differently to make sure you set yourself up for success?You will find the answer inside this weeks...
2022-03-0341 min
The Art of AlchemyWhen Wellness Meets Birth Activism with Kemi JohnsonAs a therapist I always ask clients about their own births as it is clear the affect it has on the physical structures or the body as well as the physiology.Birth is a massive event in your life - your own birth and the birth of your children but what if it could be a positive rite of passage (or even orgasmic) rather than something to fear.Have you ever considered just how much your own birth has impacted your life, your choices, your mental health as a child and all the way into...
2022-02-241h 04
The Art of AlchemyThree Vital Communication Tips to Attract More ClientsIn this weeks episode I share with you 3 tips in how to communicate to attract clients (and keep them.)Have you got an elevator pitch and does it turn clients away or towards your business? I have seen it go wrong with wellness practitioners so many times in the past and its disheartening Are you ethical, prioritising the clients health over your income and can you have integrity and build a successful practice - we talk about the nuances.Are you building a referral system - we dive into this so you can g...
2022-02-1728 min
The Art of AlchemyFrom serious addiction to wellness leadership with Steph MagentaLet me ask you this:Have you been running your wellness business by pushing, struggling and forcing things to happen, using yang energy and feeling exhausted? Do you ever think that allowing yourself to deeply reset and rest could be the way to thrive? What would it be like to have a business that allowed you to have the freedom to travel and not be tied down to brick and mortar clinics or spaces?I know that I have done the pushing and struggling AND I have now created a business th...
2022-02-101h 04
The Art of AlchemyThai Massage for touch aversion, trauma and social anxiety with Drew HumeIn this weeks podcast listen to this fascinating conversation with a fellow Thai massage trainer & yoga teacher Drew Hume. Drew has a retreat space in Costa Rica (you’ll hear the sound of the rain and tropical birds in the background), he keeps bees, is an anatomy geek, with a degree in human biology.In this insightful conversation we discuss Thai Massage for touch aversion, trauma and social anxiety.We ask the questions: Are we now living in a society that is widely touch averse? What can we do as manual therapists ? A...
2022-02-031h 08
The Art of AlchemyHow are You Limiting Your Success?Have you ever realised that you reach a certain level of success and then sabotage it?Has you business had huge surges of clients only to find you get eerily quiet soon after?Have you noticed a pattern when it comes to the success of your relationships, your communications, your happiness? They swing from being out of this world to downright terrible.In this weeks episode I ask you to look at where you could be ‘upper limiting’ yourself? Have you put a ceiling or limit on what you belief you can have in t...
2022-01-2731 min
The Art of AlchemyPreventing the Acceleration of the Ageing Process and Understanding Pain with Sue HitzmannHave you ever experienced unexplained pain in your body and wondered to yourself ‘what is going on?’ Would you implement a daily self care practice if you knew beyond doubt that you would look, feel and live better? Have you ever considered there may be ways to (naturally) prevent the acceleration of the ageing process? In this weeks episode of the Dissected Woman podcast I have the pleasure in talking about all of this (and a huge amount more) with Sue Hitzmann who is a scientist, researcher, New York Times bestselling author, teacher and the creator...
2022-01-201h 02The Art of AlchemyPreventing the acceleration of the ageing process and understanding pain with Sue HitzmannHave you ever experienced unexplained pain in your body and wondered to yourself ‘what is going on?’ Would you implement a daily self care practice if you knew beyond doubt that you would look, feel and live better?Have you ever considered there may be ways to (naturally) prevent the acceleration of the ageing process? In this weeks episode of the Dissected Woman podcast I have the pleasure in talking about all of this (and a huge amount more) with Sue Hitzmann who is a scientist, researcher, New York Times bestselling author, teacher and the creat...
2022-01-201h 30
The Art of AlchemyThe Impact of RejectionIn this week's episode I am asking you to answer a really important question.How has rejection impacted you and how does this continue to play out in your life and business? I know that you have been rejected in the past. I know that you might reject yourself. I know that rejection is so painful and it can trigger us in ways we don't even realise.Could it be that a past rejection is stopping you from growing your business? And does rejection hold you back in your relationships? Does fear of rejection make y...
2022-01-1350 min
Just Start Now51. How to get comfortable with charging your worth with Natasha de GrunwaldIn today's episode, I’m talking to Natasha de Grunwald: author, teacher, coach, trainer and breath-work facilitator. Natasha has trained hundreds of massage therapists in her time and so we deep dive in this episode into the difficulties we both see wellness practitioners face when it comes to pricing in a way that serves you, your customers and your industry. Some of the things we talked about when it comes to charging your worth: The mistakes we see people making when it comes to setting prices. How we feel about ourselves impacts the way we...
2022-01-1052 min
The Art of AlchemyBurnout, bullsh**t and the facade of online success with Julie CreffieldHave you ever found yourself burning out - exhausted, overthinking, constantly anxious?What happens in this situation when you're a small business owner or entrepreneur and you have clients to support?In this weeks episode I talk to Julie Creffield, dissecting the reality of the online coaching world.A refreshing, honest and vulnerable conversation with the only coach I know with a bullshit buzzer. She will say it how it is, and has grown a big community and successful business from being truly authentic.Julie built her business from nothing, has r...
2022-01-0644 min
The Art of AlchemyHow to Find Wisdom and Health through the Felt Sense and Embodiment PracticesNatasha’s guest this week is an embodiment coach, Rachel Bednarski and in the conversation they dissect the term ‘embodiment’ to help you realise just how beneficial it is for your health to have a regular practice. Have you heard of embodiment? It is word you might hear a lot but not fully understand it’s meaning. Perhaps you are already embodying daily practises and want to get deeper into understanding how it can benefit you.What are the practises you can have or can integrate into your life to bring you back to your innate wi...
2021-12-3058 min
The Art of AlchemyHow to Move Towards the Light in Dark TimesIf you are in the wellness industry or a small business owner you are probably noticing that people are cancelling their appointments and this can cause a lot of stress, especially if you need to pay your billsIt can be a worrying time yet it can also be a cathartic time, a time of bringing in the new. In this weeks podcast I introduce you to a few symbolic and ceremonial practices to help you move into the light, and It ties in beautifully with the solstice, the recent full moon and the eclipse season
2021-12-2325 min
The Art of AlchemyThe fragility of life, and the cyclical possibility of death with Ana BarretxegurenHave you suffered from trauma, injury or a condition that has made you reassess your life or take radical decisions? If so there is a good chance you have been on a path or journey to heal yourself, whether that be physicallly, mentally, emotionally or spiritually. In this weeks podcast I am in a beautiful and rich conversation with Ana Barretxeguren. I wanted to find out about her inspiring and challenging path to healing that has led her to deep unravellings of anatomical research and guided her to become an anatomy and movement teacher and to find her calling.
2021-12-161h 03
The Art of AlchemyDigging Deep Into Finding Your PurposeIn this weeks episode I am talking to you about what is your purpose. Have you ever been asked that questions, 'What is your why?' Do you have an answer that fills you with confidence and feels good? Or are you like me and found this question a really tough one to answer for so long. Let's think about what purpose is and how you can dig deep to find yours. About Natasha:Natasha de Grunwald is a subconscious transformation coach, a mentor, a teacher, trainer, breathwork facilitator and a Mum to a 19...
2021-12-0919 min
The Art of AlchemyMenopause power, vibrators and the art of not giving a f**kThis week's episode is with Lou Featherstone and it will bring a ray of sunshine into your life and give you lots to laugh about. It's also poignant and raw in places. It will talk about menopause in all its glory, relationships breaking down, starting a business in a different stage of your life and vibrators. Speaking to Lou was an absolute pleasure and it's an episode you won't want to miss. Links to some of the things Lou discusses:The Vagina Whisperer Tammy KentWant to find out more about the vibrators mentioned? h...
2021-12-021h 29
The Art of AlchemyHow to break habits that impact your mental, emotional and physical healthWere you ever a smoker or are you a regular drinker? Perhaps you have repetitive thoughts that might drive you to take action but are cruel or self sabotaging. In this weeks podcast we are talking about habits - how these show up and what you can do if you know they are things you want to change but can’t. If you’re stuck in unhealthy cycles, drinking a bit more than is healthy for you or being cruel to yourself this weeks podcast will be for you.As we are coming up to a new...
2021-11-2653 min
The Art of AlchemyThe Artist who Dissects with a Paintbrush and How it Reveals the Inner Self with Danny QuirkWhen is dissection not dissection, when it's created with a paintbrush. I am so excited to introduce you to an amazing artist, Danny Quirk, who reveals the art of dissection both on canvas and through body painting. We talk about the development of Danny's art over time and how taking a dissection class supported this, the impact of body image on people and himself as an artist and the wonders of the body.About Danny:Danny is an artist based out of Portland, Oregon. He paints on both paper and people, painting anatomy— to de...
2021-11-181h 11
The Art of AlchemyThe Realms of Kink, Play and Ritual for Self Discovery with Lara Divine TheratrixIn today's episode I am excited to introduce you to Lara, Divine Theratrix. We go on a journey in our conversation from death and rebirth rituals to exploring sexuality and gender and finally an introduction to kink and how Lara supports people with conscious kink education. This is a safe and open conversation about topics you may not normally consider. Come with an open mind, an open heart and open ears to enjoy today's episode.Remember you can sign up below for my newsletter list if you want to hear more about my upcoming group coaching programme.
2021-11-1155 min
The Art of AlchemyThe Truth on Finding Your Inner WisdomIn this weeks episode I want to talk about something I've been intuiting. So many people have been worrying about so many different aspects of life and the state of the world. So I want of delve into this a little bit. And so this week's episode is really all about you reconnecting to your own inner wisdom, why that's important and how to do it. If you are looking to shed that worry and open yourself up to more freedom and expansion check out my Fear to Freedom course.For more information about the Fear t...
2021-11-0424 min
The Art of AlchemyA Conversation with Shazzie on Being a Visionary, Facing Deepest Fears and Finding HappinessIn this episode I talk to Shazzie whom I know will inspire you whatever area of the business world you are in. She grew a raw food and superfood blog when very few others were blogging and turned it into a huge business before moving into business mentoring. She is an absolute visionary and early adopter and talks about her fears and how she overcame them to live the life she now has. We all can learn so much from this episode. Enjoy.For more information about the Fear to Freedom course advertised in this podcast click...
2021-10-2851 min
The Art of AlchemyFear to FreedomIn today's episode I want to talk to you about something that has impacted a lot of people over the past couple of years, FEAR. Let me talk to you about the impact fear can have on you, the fight or flight response and what wider impact this can have on your life. In my new 4 week group coaching programme, Fear to Freedom, I will be working with you to identify the root of your fear and guiding you to feel free from these roots.For more information about the Fear to Freedom course click this link:
2021-10-2126 min
The Art of AlchemyThe Art, Science and Wisdom of the Body with Gil HedleyToday's episode is a really special interview with my very own dissection teacher Gil Hedley. When I walked into my dissection lesson with Gil I had no idea what kind of experience it would be and the connection I would feel to the person I was dissecting. Listen to us talk about all things anatomy, dissection and lots of other juicy topics. Gil's perspective is one to be heard and he is transforming the way you can access his amazing teaching online.About Gil:Gil Hedley, Ph.D., has been teaching "integral...
2021-10-141h 16
The Art of AlchemyHow Timeline Techniques Help Overcome AnxietyIn this episode I talk about timeline work. I find timeline work incredibly powerful in my coaching work and today I talk to you about some of the reasons it is so powerful. Did you know that you can travel along your timeline to see what has shaped you and what patterns you play out in your life? And did you also know that by shining a light on this you can make significant changes in your life. Your subconscious mind has the ability to resource itself beautifully to make profound shifts and I just love facilitating this work. I...
2021-10-0717 min
The Art of AlchemyThe Call to Healing and Courage with Erin TelfordOn today's episode I'm very excited to introduce you to Erin Telford who was my first ever breathwork teacher and is a person that I honour, admire, respect, and I'm very inspired by. We cover so much ground and talk about so many different subjects such as what do we hold sacred, grief, spirit and finding what it is that connects us rather than separates us. Erin is passionate about using her voice and this comes across beautifully.I would love to hear your thoughts about this episode and don't forget to leave me a review and rat...
2021-09-301h 37
How NOT to be BrokeWorking out who you REALLY are as a business owner with Natasha de GrunwaldIn today's episode I interview the wonderful Natasha de Grunwald and boy do we go deep. We talk about Natasha's journey into the wellness industry, her need to understand herself and help others understand themselves, how she has pivoted her business and what we can all learn from this. Grab a brew and really listen into this one. If you're interested in training in Thai Massage you can take a look at her courses here: https://juliecreffield.krtra.com/t/Dy56gjKSrCCp Don’t forget to tag me on social media so that I...
2021-09-2744 min
The Art of AlchemyThe Big Fat TruthToday's episode gets you to think about what your 'fat' really is and how it supports your body. Often people feel that fat is layered in judgement but for the next 30 minutes indulge me in considering what your fat does to shape you as a person, its role and how you can begin to embrace it. I know that for some this might feel like an uncomfortable listen but if you've been listening for a while you'll know that our journey in this subject will make you truly think about being kinder to yourself.About Natasha:
2021-09-2330 min
The Art of AlchemyFinding Peace in Prison with DelroyIn today's episode I speak to Delroy who shares with us his journey through drug addiction, the 12 step program and prison to find peace and breathwork on the other side. He is truly inspirational showing what self exploration and being open can truly do for you. I was thrilled to meet him at a recent festival where I heard him speak and knew that I had to bring his message to the listeners of this podcast. About Delroy:I came from a loving but dysfunctional family. I used drink and drugs to cover...
2021-09-161h 11
The Art of AlchemyThai Massage DissectedThis episode is all about my journey to Thailand and why I do the work I do. What led me to Thailand and to discover Thai massage? What has driven me over the years to ensure that people receive the right treatment for their element time. Why is Thai massage so diverse in terms of meeting the needs of individual clients and why it gives practitioners such choice in treatment. I can't wait to share this with you today.About Natasha:Natasha de Grunwald is a subconscious transformation coach, a mentor, a teacher, trainer...
2021-09-0930 min
The Art of AlchemyThe Experience of Movement with Raphan KebeIn today's episode I have a beautiful conversation with international somatic movement teacher and trainer Raphan Kebe. We explore different types of movement, whether the breath or movement actually begins the movement and what happens in the space around you that is difficult to put into words. We discuss the creativity in movement, poetry, music and so much more.This conversation will inspire you to move your body in the way that feels right for you and even explore Raphan's style of yoga. About RaphanRaphan Kebe is an international somatic movement t...
2021-09-021h 21
The Art of AlchemyBreath MedicineIn this first episode of the Dissected Woman podcast I wanted to bring to talk to you about something that I love, Breathwork. Breathing is so natural to us we don't even need to think about it. At times though we breath in a particular way whether that is learning to breathe in a certain way for birth or a natural change in breath due to pain.Come and explore with me the importance of the breath and the benefits of breathwork practice that I take part in regularly and also teach to others.I...
2021-08-2621 min
The Art of AlchemyThe Impact of Self BullyingToday's episode is all about the impact of self bullying and self criticism. It's something that has become so natural to us but isn't at all natural.I'll be exploring what the true impact is of negative self talk and looking into whether it impacts us at a cellular level. This is an area that I cover in the 'Who Am I' experiment and am able to lead people through a new noticing around self bullying and ways to change it. From today's episode I would love you to start noticing more your self bullying habits and...
2021-08-2632 min
The Art of AlchemyA Conversation with Lucy RowettToday's conversation is with Lucy Rowett a sexologist and intimacy coach. Lucy talks to me about her journey in life with a religious background and navigating chronic illness, shame culture and opening up to learning about sex and sexuality which led her to work with women and people with vulvas.We have such a juicy conversation about life, sex, embracing sexuality in a way that is right for you all linking back to the question what does your body mean to you.Today's episode comes with a trigger warning relating to chronic illness and eating...
2021-08-261h 09
The Art of AlchemyTrailer - The Dissected WomanWelcome to the Dissected Woman Podcast!This is a podcast for those of you that are fascinated by people. I am going to be exploring all walks of life, whether that's death, birth, sex, kink, our bodies, our bodies in movement, what's beneath the skin of our bodies? And what are the questions that we can ask that get us to see new perspectives, so that we can learn and grow and become more of who we truly are? The most important relationship you have is the one with yourself. So when we start asking q...
2021-08-1705 min
The Wellness Business ShowBreaking the Body Work Mould With Natasha de GrunwaldHave you ever hesitated to charge your clients what your work is truly worth? Running a business in the wellness world is a struggle between wanting to bring healing and transformation to your clients, and learning to price your services in a way that respects your skill and knowledge. In today's episode of The Wellness Entrepreneur Podcast, I talk to Natasha de Grunwald - author, entrepreneur, and the first UK therapeutic Thai massage teacher - about how why it's so important to empower practitioners to know the value of their work, and how conventions must so...
2021-07-2245 min
Vulnerability in life and artNatasha de GrunwaldNatasha de Grunwald is a massage practitioner, teacher, and author with expertise in therapeutic Thai bodywork and breathwork. She began her practice working with women who were HIV-positive, who developed AIDS, whose children were dying. She shares her personal experiences in coming to terms with our desire for external validation balanced against the more urgent need to express our true selves. She also emphasizes the need to understand oneself deeply as a whole person before being able to offer healing to others. That means taking the opportunity to step into the fearful, edgy, stretchy place as one...
2021-05-1729 min
Sweet Blasphemy08: Thai Massage - Natasha De GrunwaldNatasha de Grunwald is a pioneer of Thai Massage, a teacher, author and natural health practitioner for over 30 years. She is a member of the Association of Therapy lecturers (ATL) and teaches accredited professional training programmes in the UK, online and around the world.In 1990 she introduced Thai Massage to the UK and is now the founder of a world renowned professional training school (London Institute of Thai Yoga Massage). She offers students the opportunity to learn a traditional, therapeutic lineage of Thai bodywork, under the umbrella of Thai Medicine. She has a commitment to raising the...
2020-10-1553 min