The Awakened Rebel

"SAFE Meditation: A Journey Into Calm and Connection"

Welcome to a transformative guided meditation where we explore the SAFE technique, focusing on story, action, feeling, and embodied sensation. This session helps you connect with moments of safety, examining memories and emotions that foster a sense of calm.Find a comfortable space and let your mind journey through memories of warmth and safety. Discover the deeper layers of your experiences, allowing your body and mind to anchor into the present moment by revisiting past moments of peace and connection.Whether through stillness or movement, this practice invites you to tune into your inner safety map. It's more than just a meditation; it's a pathway to attune to what's thriving within, helping you to identify calm and come back to it whenever needed. Embrace this journey of healing, honoring your body's innate wisdom to anchor into serenity.

Inner Safety: Anchor In Connection

Welcome to this week's episode of The Awakened Rebel, where we embark on a transformative journey through Chapter 7 of "Anchored" by Deb Dana. As we delve into the crucial theme of safety, I share my personal explorations in making the complex more approachable and relatable. In this chapter, we explore the essential role of safety in nervous system regulation and healing, offering listeners a fresh perspective and practical insights.
Throughout the episode, discover the power of anchoring into your connected state, moving beyond clinical jargon to a language of understanding and relatability. I invite you to join a lively Sunday live session exploring the interplay between pleasure and pain, tying it back to our quest for wholeness and awareness.
Additionally, participants will gain access to supportive resources, including a guided meditation focused on anchoring into connection. As we unfold the layers of safety, we challenge the notion of perpetual safety, balancing it with the liberating power of embracing fear and wonder. Join us in this enlightening episode as we pave the way for deeper healing and expansive, joyful living. Let the adventure into connection and exploration begin!

Anchored: Chapter 6

Anchored: Chapter 5

Anchored: Chapter 4

Anchored: Chapter 5 Neuroception —Your Nervous System's Intuition

Welcome back to The Awakened Rebel! In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into Chapter 5 of 'Anchored' by Deb Dana, exploring the fascinating concept of neuroception—your nervous system's intuition. Discover how your body detects cues of safety and danger without conscious thought, and learn the pivotal role of neuroception in shaping your reactions and emotions. Our discussion sheds light on the complexity of trauma, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing real threats from outdated alarms.
Join us as we share personal stories, including a surprising encounter with a moose, illustrating how our nervous system's built-in surveillance system constantly monitors safety cues. We'll guide you through somatic practices to enhance your body awareness, helping you track triggers and discover glimmers of safety.
By understanding your body's inner signals and implementing compassion and awareness, you'll learn how to move beyond survival mode and cultivate a life of presence and safety. Tune in to discover how rewiring your nervous system can transform not only your own experience but also positively impact those around you.

Chapter 3: Learning to Listen

Learning to listen

Chapter 2: Traveling Pathways

In this episode of the Awakened Rebel Bookish Club, join us on an insightful journey into Chapter 2 of Anchored by Deb Dana, where we explore the pathways of our autonomic nervous system through Polyvagal Theory. Discover how to move through different states with ease, decrease time spent in stress responses, and find emotional freedom by tuning into micro-moments of regulation.We delve into practices that marry the wisdom of Polyvagal Theory with the energy centers of our body, emphasizing the connection between nature and emotional balance. Learn about the importance of the vagal break and how mastering this rhythm can navigate stress effectively.By embodying these principles, cultivate an inner home base of calmness and build resilience for a well-regulated life. Join the conversation on how these explorations can reconnect you with your true self and bring about profound change, inviting empowerment and connection into your life.

Chapter 1: The Need to Know — Basics, Principles & Elements

Welcome to the very first episode of The Awakened Rebel Bookish Club, where we’re diving into Anchored: How to Befriend Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory by Deb Dana.

Exercise for Energy Grounding

Exercise for Energy Grounding