Weaving Healing

Cuando todo parece derrumbarse, a veces también se revela lo más profundo de nuestra humanidad. Inspirada por el reciente terremoto en Venezuela y las imágenes de un bebé rescatado entre los escombros, esta reflexión explora cómo, en medio de la incertidumbre, todavía somos capaces de cuidar, acompañar y reconocernos unos a otros. Más allá de las diferencias, hay momentos que nos recuerdan lo que...

Embark on a transformative journey of belonging, self-discovery, and well-being today. Connect with your physical body and Mother Nature and immerse yourself in the healing energy of the natural world through this guided meditation. Allow the power of your inner wisdom to inspire your relationship with nature and your environment to awaken your inner medicine. Find balance and connection in life b...

Breathing Through Chaos: Learn how paying attention to your breath can serve as a remedy to face the uncertainty of both global and inner turmoil. It's a beautiful reminder of the power found in the simplicity of breathing. Tune in to find serenity and ease in your daily life. Try the exercise at various moments throughout your day, from morning to bedtime. Experience the therapeutic potential...

Welcome to this episode where I will guide you to explore mindful ways to be fully present with your emotions. I hope that you come back to this meditation every time you are facing moments of stress and turmoil and it give you tools to embrace this ever changing beautiful life. Please feel free to share it with your family and friends. Let's be active agents of collective healing.

What better way to celebrate the warm weather than by fully immersing ourselves in nature through walking or doing in any type of movement? I am delighted to share this guided reflection that, I know will support your journey of reconnecting with all aspects of your being as you walk and commune with your senses and the elements of nature. Please enjoy and share it with your fellow walkers. Side n...

In this episode, Lorena delves into the nuances of welcoming and embracing the seasons and solstice, drawing from ancestral knowledge and Andean philosophy. Join us for this insightful conversation as Lorena invites you to explore your own ancestral medicine and its connection to concepts such as duality, relationality, correspondence, complementarity, and reciprocity. Gain a fresh perspective on...

The first time I heard "The Felt Sense Prayer," something clicked. It was the answer I had been seeking on my journey to reconcile my physical body with my inner self. I am sharing this with you with so much love with the aspiration that it can help you embody, respect, and listen to what lies beneath pain and suffering. Meditate with it and let your body speak to you! Here is the link f...

Join Lorena in this captivating episode as she shares a personal journey of rebirth through the power of the breath. Discover how conscious breathing can become your greatest ally in navigating life's challenges. By embracing the profound meaning of each breath and adopting it as a ritual, you can unlock the transformative potential of conscious breathing. During the meditation segment of this...

In this episode of "Weaving Healing," Lorena interviews Pilar Ortiz, a motivational speaker, mindset, and communication coach. With her extensive experience impacting leaders worldwide and being recognized as one of the Top Latina Leaders in 2021 by the National Diversity Council, Pilar brings invaluable insights to the discussion. Together, they delve into the concept of self-care, expl...

Join Lorena in a thought-provoking conversation with Gloria Giraldo, a Child Care Specialist and ACES expert. In this episode, Gloria shares her valuable insights on accessing resilience as immigrant parents and provides a unique perspective on navigating the challenges of impostor syndrome through emotional skills. Explore Gloria's diverse journey, including her work in facilitating parenting...

Join Lorena in a heartwarming and vulnerable conversation with Alina Westberg, a successful, education-driven woman who was born and raised in Medellín, Colombia and moved to the USA right after high school. In this episode, Alina shares her insights on leading with the heart, even when faced with adversity. She emphasizes the importance of attending to our inner child through self-love and self-a...

In this episode, we speak with Alejandra Mendoza, a young professional who began her career as a nanny and worked her way up to become a director of the marketing department at an international company. As a young woman and immigrant to the United States, she faced numerous challenges. Her story reflects the experiences of many professionals who have moved to the U.S. After attempting to succeed i...

In this episode we will explore the benefits of connecting or reconnecting with Mother Nature. This short meditation is intended to bring you back to your body and bring you closer to the sensations in connection with Mother Earth.

The Power of Connection: Balancing Work, Family and Emotional Well-being Get ready for a heartwarming episode as we chat with the amazing Maria del Carmen Prieto, a Social Worker and Mental Health Coordinator who helps immigrants manage their emotional well-being. Maria del Carmen shares her personal journey that inspired her to pursue a career in mental health and how she balances work and person...

How Disconnecting from Your Body Can Be a Survival Strategy Welcome to this episode where we will dive into effective strategies for managing anxiety and discuss the challenges of being present in one's body. Lorena will share her personal experience with dissociation as a defense mechanism and how it led to a disconnection from emotions and physical sensations. We also explore the ways in whi...

This episode centers around the obstacles and emotional strain that immigrants encounter in their everyday lives. Lorena shares immigration stories, highlighting the agony, ambiguity, and pressure that immigrants have to navigate. The purpose of the podcast is to enlighten and inform listeners about the immigrant experience and provide techniques to manage emotional distress. We talk about the sig...

Prioritising Mental Health for Immigrant Professional Women This episode explores the challenges faced by immigrant women in their personal and professional lives. Lorena shares her experiences and discusses the importance of self-care, culture sensitive practices like "re-Pacha", while balancing career aspirations and home responsibilities.  We explore the unique issues of micro-aggressions,...

Reducción de insomnio: Yoga Nidra puede ayudar a reducir los síntomas de insomnio al reducir la ansiedad y el estrés, y mejorar la calidad y la duración del sueño.

Durante esta meditación guiada podrás acceder a momentos de introspección en donde conseguirás navegar entre los estados de vigilia y sueño en el cual nuestro cuerpo encuentra descanso y el estado natural de equilibrio o homeostasis. Apta para todos los niveles, esta sesión sigue las características del Yoga Nidra o Sueño Psíquico y es recomendada para aquellos que sufren de trastorno de sueño, in...

La impermanencia es una característica inherente de la vida y del universo en general. Sin embargo, es cierto que el sufrimiento puede surgir cuando nos aferramos a cosas, personas o situaciones esperando que sean permanentes cuando en realidad son temporales. Aceptar la impermanencia puede ayudarnos a liberarnos del sufrimiento y a disfrutar más plenamente del momento presente.

Breathing and letting go are important practices in many forms of meditation and mindfulness. Breathing can be used as a focal point to bring attention to the present moment and to release tension and stress. Letting go refers to the process of releasing negative thoughts, emotions and attachments to outcomes, allowing for greater peace and acceptance. Together, breathing and letting go can help t...

Practice gratitude during a difficult times is more important than ever. Being gratefull can help us cope with traumatic events, regulate our negative emotions, and improve our well-being. More importantly, gratitude can have a positive effect on our interpersonal relationships, specially with friends and family.

Sesión 3: La meditación de gratitud es una práctica para cultivar la gratitud y el aprecio en nuestras vidas. Al tomar un momento para reflexionar sobre las cosas, personas o situaciones por las que estamos agradecidos y experimentar el sentimiento de gratitud de manera consciente. Esto puede ayudarnos a enfocarnos en las cosas positivas de nuestra vida y a desarrollar una perspectiva más positiva...

Sesión 2: Esta meditación tiene la intención de reconectar el cuerpo físico usando la sensibilización y enfoque en la respiración. La respiración consciente es una técnica de meditación en la que se presta atención plena al proceso de respirar, permitiendo que la mente se centre y se relaje. A través de la práctica de la respiración consciente, se pueden mejorar la atención, la claridad mental y e...

Sesión 1: Esta meditación tiene la intención de conextar el cuerpo físico usando mindfulnesses y la atención plena. La conciencia sensorial es un aspecto esencial de la conciencia en general, ya que es a través de ella que nos relacionamos con el mundo que nos rodea. La práctica regular de esta técnica puede ayudar a aumentar la conciencia del cuerpo y reducir el estrés y la ansiedad.