Top 3 Reasons You're Exhausted (they're not what you think)

In this episode host Jill and guest Shayna, a somatic practitioner, delve into the mind-body connection and the benefits of somatic work. Shayna shares her journey from family practice nurse and yoga studio owner to somatic practitioner, highlighting the gap between Western and Eastern medicine. They discuss how somatic practices help individuals heal emotional and psychological wounds by understanding the nervous system's language. Key topics include co-regulation for parents, identifying energy leaks, and the importance of self-care and awareness in fostering emotional resilience and overall well-being. **Time Stamps** Understanding Somatic Practices (00:01:04)Shayna explains the mind-body connection and her journey from nursing to somatic work. The Language of the Nervous System (00:02:01)Somatic practices focus on the felt sense of the nervous system, emphasizing touch and safety. Everyday Somatic Techniques (00:04:20)Jill shares personal examples of using somatic techniques in daily life to manage triggers. Co-Regulation and Parenting (00:05:20)Shayna highlights the importance of co-regulation for parents and its impact on children. Tools for Healing (00:14:41)Shayna encourages listeners to explore various tools for healing without a strict checklist. Energy Leaks and Exhaustion (00:19:32)Shayna introduces the concept of energy leaks, linking them to emotional and physical exhaustion. Healing Energetic Leaks (00:22:02)Discusses the importance of recognizing and healing energetic leaks to regain personal power. Identifying Energy Drains (00:23:17)Encourages listeners to assess daily activities that drain their energy and find ways to replenish it. Setting Boundaries (00:25:14)Highlights the need to set boundaries to reclaim energy lost to challenging relationships or situations. Exhaustion from Energy Leaks (00:27:35)Clarifies that exhaustion stems from energetic leaks rather than physical factors like diet or caffeine. Seeking Support (00:30:31)Emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive resources and avoiding energy drains. **Connect with Shayna** Instagram: @iamshaynanaus Facebook: @iamshaynanaus Podcast: Unlearning **Keywords** somatic work, mind-body connection, emotional healing, psychological wounds, co-regulation, energy leaks, self-care, awareness, toxic relationships, unresolved emotional wounds, nervous system, emotional resilience, healing journey, self-worth, internal validation, external validation, embodiment mentor, family practice nurse, yoga studio owner, boundaries, personal growth, energy management, mindfulness, movement, emotional burdens, supportive resources, Grow Like a Mother podcast, Jill, Shayna, transformative power, holistic healing, nurturing environment, reclaiming energy, self-acceptance, community support, emotional well-being, life experiences, energetic beings, expansive energy, constrictive energy, self-compassion, healing process.

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