"Healed" Now What?

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Healed Now What podcast, Lisa Dawn sits down with Heather Orton — a Reiki Master, teacher, and soul journey practitioner — to explore the winding, beautiful, and sometimes messy path of healing. Heather opens up about her first encounter with Reiki in high school, and how personal challenges — including a house fire and relationship struggles — shaped her jo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'The Healed, Now What?' podcast, Lisa welcomes Shannon Lynn Harwood, also referred to as Sam, to explore the intersection of ancient shamanistic traditions and contemporary life.  Shannon shares her journey into shamanism that began with seeking a non-traditional spiritual wedding ceremony, leading to profound mentorship with the spiritual elders of th...

Send us Fan Mail Reconnecting Through Gaelic Songs and Stories: A Journey with Lisa Dawn and Sìne McKenna In this weeks episode, Lisa welcomes Sìne  McKenna, a Gaelic singer, storyteller, and wisdom keeper. They share a rich conversation about the power of Gaelic songs and storytelling in reconnecting with ancestral roots, joy, and cultural resilience. Sìne recounts her journey from her early expo...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, I share what it’s been like to navigate a nonlinear healing journey. From breakdowns in hospital gowns to tender moments at home, from sitz baths and swelling to glimpses of joy—I reflect on the rawness, the resilience, and the love that has carried me through. This one’s for anyone in the middle of it.  For those learning how to be in a body that’s still heali...

Send us Fan Mail I disappeared for three weeks. What I thought was a minor pulled muscle turned out to be a major medical emergency involving surgery, an at-home IV, and some of the most humbling, humanizing moments of my life. In this episode, I share the raw story of what happened—and what it taught me about healing, trauma, and the nervous system. We explore how physical injury and medical proc...

Send us Fan Mail Reclaiming The Wild Feminine: An Intimate Conversation with Siann Marie Pilkington In this empowering episode, Lisa Dawn introduces Sian Marie Pilkington, a radical birth guide, mother of four, and scholar of the sacred.  Join them as they dive deep into Sian's journey from traditional doula to a transformative figure in the birthing community, her unique sensory awareness in...

Send us Fan Mail Embracing Transformation: Jesse Bryant’s Journey Through Healing, Sound, and Community This episode features a rich conversation between Lisa Dawn and sound alchemist Jesse Bryant. The discussion kicks off with a reflective Buddhist parable about the temporality of life, setting the tone for their deep and insightful conversation. Jesse shares his transformational journey through...

Send us Fan Mail Unlocking the Healing Power of Sound: A Deep Dive with Matthew Kocel In this episode, host Lisa Dawn welcomes Matthew Kocel, renowned throat singer and transformational facilitator.  The conversation traces Matthew's extraordinary journey from a spiritually desolate youth to becoming a beloved leader in the global sound healing movement. Detailing pivotal moments in his life,...

Send us Fan Mail Building Emotional Safety in Relationships: Compatibility Tests & Internal Security In this episode, Lisa discusses the concept of emotional safety within relationships and offers practical tips to assess partner compatibility early on. She introduces simple, revealing tests like the 'cold and flu test,' 'stress test,' and 'road trip test' to help...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Lisa Don delves into the challenges of setting boundaries and maintaining healthy relationships, especially when dealing with attachment wounds.  She explores the difference between intellectual knowledge and embodied experiences, discussing how our nervous systems are wired for survival rather than fulfillment. Lisa offers insights on how to identify...

Send us Fan Mail The Journey of Personal Style and Creative Entrepreneurship with Brittney Peters In this episode Lisa and Brittney explores the expansive nature of personal style with textile artist, designer, and owner of Flopsy Life, Brittney Peters.  Brittney shares her inspiring journey from the early days of creative entrepreneurship to becoming a mother, highlighting the integral role of al...

Send us Fan Mail A Simple Somatic Practice In this episode, Lisa Dawn introduces a straightforward somatic practice focused on settling and stabilization.  Lisa guides listeners through a five to seven-minute exercise designed to slow down, tune into the body, and find support in the present moment. By gently scanning the body, noticing sensations, and making necessary adjustments, this practice a...

Send us Fan Mail The Power of Eye Contact: Connection, Healing, and Self-Discovery. In this episode Lisa Dawn explores the profound impact of eye contact on relationships, connection, and nervous system health.  She shares personal experiences of overcoming difficulties with eye contact and provides insight into how somatic and attachment psychology can help transform deeply ingrained survival str...

Send us Fan Mail The Connection Between Jiu Jitsu, Somatic Healing, and Nervous System Regulation In this episode, Lisa Dawn dives into the intriguing relationship between jiu jitsu, somatic healing, and how our nervous systems handle high-pressure situations.  Lisa recounts her husband Tim's experience during his first jiu jitsu tournament, highlighting the unexpected ways his body reacted d...

Send us Fan Mail Exploring Coherence: The Key to Somatic Healing and Presence Lisa Dawn explores the concept of coherence and its importance for healing and well-being. She talks about how coherence involves noticing what is working within us, the harmony between different systems in the body, and how these observations contribute to our overall health.  Lisa also shares her personal journey of mo...

Send us Fan Mail Unlocking the Wisdom of Dreams: A Somatic Approach In this episode of 'Healed, Now What?', Lisa Dawn explores the nature of dreams and their potential for personal growth and healing. She discusses her own journey with dream journaling and lucid dreaming, sharing anecdotes from her vivid, recurring dreams.  Lisa delves into Robert Moss's Active Dreaming principles a...

Send us Fan Mail Sexual Healing and Intimacy: A Personal Journey In this episode Lisa Dawn delves into the deeply personal topic of sexual healing and the process of reconnecting with one's body, boundaries, and desires. Sharing her own experiences with her husband Tim, she explores the dynamics of intimacy, the impact of sexual trauma, and the importance of listening to one's body. The...

Send us Fan Mail Understanding Emotional and Nervous System Regulation: Co-Regulation vs. Co-Disregulation Lisa Dawn delves into the critical topic of emotional regulation and the impact of our nervous system on our relationships. She discusses the concepts of co-regulation and co-disregulation, shedding light on how our upbringing shapes our ability to connect and communicate. Lisa also touches o...

Send us Fan Mail Combining Somatic Wisdom with Spiritual Practices: Transformative Shifts and Everyday Alignments In this episode of the Healed Now What Podcast, Lisa Dawn explores the intersection of somatic wisdom, spiritual practices, and the teachings of Abraham Hicks to achieve alignment and transformation in life. Using personal stories, such as training her Australian shepherd Merlin, Lisa...

Send us Fan Mail Discovering Hidden Treasures: The Art of Seeing the Unseen We explore the concept of 'buried treasures' and how shifting our perspective can uncover hidden gems in our lives. From the host's personal sea glass hunting experience to discovering her hidden singing talent at 44, this episode emphasizes the importance of focus, patience, and daily practice to recognize...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode, Lisa reflects on the transition into 2025, inviting listeners to assess their well-being and recount their experiences of the past season. Sharing personal anecdotes about a challenging flu season, the joys of cherished traditions, and a marathon film watching session, the host emphasizes the significance of rest and community.  The episode culminates in...

Send us Fan Mail The Healing Power of Food: A Conversation with Roni Zade This episode delves into the transformative journey of Roni Zade, a renowned cook, cookbook author, and food storyteller. Roni shares her personal experiences with trauma, food as therapy, and the healing power of cooking. The conversation touches on her deep-rooted connection with family recipes, the importance of communal...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of Healed, Now What? , Lisa Dawn dives deep into the intricacies of the fearful avoidant attachment style —a dynamic that can feel like a push-pull dance between craving connection and fearing it. Lisa shares personal stories, insights from her own healing journey, and practical tools to help you recognize and transform this attachment pattern, whether it’s your...

Send us Fan Mail Exploring Anxious Preoccupied Attachment in Relationships Lisa Dawn delves into the intricacies of anxious preoccupied attachment, a relationship dynamic characterized by hyper-vigilance and worry about connection. Lisa provides an overview of this attachment style, shares her own experiences, and offers practical tips for both those who identify with this attachment style and the...

Send us Fan Mail Exploring Holistic Healing with Trace Miller: Mind-Body Connection and Emotional Regulation In this episode of the 'Healed, Now What Podcast,' host Lisa Dawn welcomes Trace Miller, a certified mind-body practitioner and holistic healing coach. They delve into Trace's personal journey with chronic pain, anxiety, and depression, highlighting the interconnectedness of...