Somatic Breathwork with Nicole Smith Levay

I cannot wait to discuss with you this week how Nicole has helped me change how I approach my day to day. So let's meet this transformational retreat leader and energy coach, Nicole Smith-Levay, returns to illuminate the power of somatics and breathwork in both professional and personal spheres. Together, we discuss the journey of reconnecting our minds and bodies, a path that has profoundly influenced my own productivity and clarity. Nicole introduces the innovative Forward Momentum program, designed to empower corporate women through a unique combination of bodywork, breathwork, and coaching, and shares a powerful somatic practice to help listeners center themselves amidst the chaos of daily life.Our conversation ventures into the realm of healing trauma through somatic practices, featuring a compelling story from a former dancer who founded "Power Within Healing." After a life-changing injury, she pivoted to somatic therapy, helping countless women reclaim their inner strength. We explore the body's natural wisdom and its unparalleled potential for healing beyond conventional medical methods, emphasizing the crucial role of intentional breathing in regulating the nervous system and fostering self-awareness.As the discussion unfolds, we explore the cyclical nature of life and the concept of "wintering," encouraging reflection and intentional planning. Nicole shares insights from the Embodied Purpose Process, a transformative program that harmonizes somatics with traditional coaching and meditation. We close with a focus on embodied self-care, guiding listeners through grounding practices to bolster authenticity and bravery at work. Join us for this heartfelt exchange as we embrace the new year with embodied courage and community support.https://www.bravewomenatwork.com/Connect with Nicole - https://justkeepmovingbook.com/https://courses.thepowerwithinhealing.com/somatic-boundary-work-meditation-and-journalhttps://www.instagram.com/nicolesmithlevay/https://www.amazon.com/Wintering-Power-Retreat-Difficult-Times/dp/0593189485/ref=asc_df_0593189485?mcid=0af868c3c5e13c11be730916473ec8b9&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693422720760&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3344813855203361019&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021458&hvtargid=pla-977612031306&psc=1

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