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It's A Surreal LifeFinding Safety in the Body The Nervous System SeriesIn this episode of The Nervous System Series, we focus on practical tools for building safety in the body and developing a working relationship with your nervous system.We explore what safety actually feels like at a physical level and how states like presence and gratitude are not just ideas, but measurable nervous system experiences. This conversation breaks down how regulation is built through repeated signals of safety, not pressure or perfection.We discuss accessible nervous system tools that support grounding, awareness, and regulation in everyday life. We also introduce the concept of nervous system...
2026-02-1318 min
It's A Surreal LifeTrauma & The Body - The Nervous System SeriesIn this episode of The Nervous System Series, Sirel & Mica explore how trauma lives in the body and how the nervous system stores and responds to life experience.We break down the idea that the body remembers everything, not just the painful moments, but also the safe, neutral, and connecting ones. Your nervous system builds patterns from what you repeatedly experience. Over time, those patterns become automatic responses to stress, relationships, and everyday challenges.We use a simple training model to explain this. Much like a learning system that adapts based on input...
2026-02-0628 min
It's A Surreal LifeWhen the Body Can No Longer Hold It's Own Nervous System“When we first learn to drive, we are hyper aware. Every movement feels intentional. Every decision requires thought. But over time, something shifts. The body learns. The nervous system memorizes the pattern. Eventually, you find yourself arriving somewhere without recalling every turn. That is not carelessness. That is embodiment.And this is how our entire lives are shaped. Our nervous systems are constantly training. Learning what is safe. Learning what is dangerous. Learning how to move through the world without asking our permission.”For forty years, Mica's body carried cycles it could no longer hold. Not...
2026-01-3034 min
It's A Surreal LifeThe Silent Voices - The Nervous System SeriesIn this episode of It’s A Surreal Life, Sirel shares a powerful reflection on advocating for children and their emotional well being. She speaks from a place of awareness and lived experience, exploring what it means to truly listen to children in a world that often asks them to be quiet, compliant, and disconnected from their feelings.The conversation opens with an honest look at the challenges facing the current generation, including the silencing of children’s voices and the impact of chaos, pressure, and overstimulation on their nervous systems. Sirel explores the role of educators and...
2026-01-2338 minIt's A Surreal LifeReflection Segment - Surreal MirrorIt’s not shadow work.It’s nervous system work.Because liberation happens the moment your body feels safe enough to hold the life you’ve been praying for.If you find yourself searching outside of yourself for clarity, validation, peace, direction, or connection... It's time to come home to the only place the answers have ever lived.🪞 Schedule a Surreal Mirror Session with me. I’ll hold space as you reflect, regulate, and reconnect with the truth already within you.You are the mirror. You are the medi...
2025-11-0511 min
It's A Surreal LifeIntroduction Episode - Welcome to the Body, Moving Beyond the MindIn this episode of It’s a Surreal Life Podcast, Sirel and Crystal embark on a transformative journey of embodiment, awareness, and awakening. Together they explore the practice of self love and presence, uncovering what it means to align with your true self beyond the mind.Through heartfelt conversation, they reflect on the power of grounding, the beauty of friendship, and the essence of living authentically. This episode invites listeners to embrace life’s contrasts, expand awareness, and step fully into the role of creator in their own reality.🎙️ Tune in to awaken your jour...
2025-10-2440 min
It's A Surreal LifeVoice Unlocked | Expression with Alysha LeeIn this episode Alysha Lee shares her journey of self discovery and healing through the lens of Human Design. She opens up about her struggles with self expression, trauma recovery, and embracing nature as a source of freedom. Alysha courageously recounts one of the most harrowing chapters of her life, when she was held captive by her abuser, who was also her husband, and abducted across state lines. Her willingness to revisit and share this part of her story is deeply powerful, shedding light on the realities of abuse and the strength it takes to break free. Si...
2025-10-1053 min
It's A Surreal LifeWarrior Within | Redemption with Jamie LeeIn this episode of It’s a Surreal Life Podcast, Jamie opens her heart about her journey from a childhood shaped by addiction and trauma to a path of recovery, self discovery, and spiritual awakening. Her story is one of resilience, and the power of finding strength within community.Sirel and Jamie explore the raw realities of motherhood from childbirth and postpartum struggles to the ways modern medicine intersects with women’s health. The conversation also dives into alternative approaches to healing including autism support, heavy metal detox, and the...
2025-10-0356 min
It's A Surreal LifeE1 | Ego Identity & Transformation with Jessica JaneIn this transformative episode, join Jessica Jane as she delves into the journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Through candid discussions, Jessica shares her personal experiences of overcoming societal conditioning and embracing her true self. Discover how she helps women unlock their potential, break free from limiting beliefs, and step into their most confident, unapologetic selves. Whether you're navigating life's chaos or seeking inspiration, this episode offers a safe space to explore the power of self-awareness and the courage to pursue a life aligned with your true purpose.
2025-09-2649 minIt's A Surreal LifeTrailer | It's A Surreal Life | Reclaiming your SovereigntyWelcome to It’s A Surreal Life. I’m Sirel Rayburn, and this is where sovereignty meets self-creation. Through raw stories and real conversations, I share how we break free from fear, reclaim our voice, and remember the power we already hold. This is about overcoming adversity, embracing truth, and choosing the life you’re here to live. Have a story to tell? Send us a text.Support the showIf today’s conversation spoke to you, don’t forget to follow It’s a Surreal Life so you never miss an episode.
2025-09-1306 min