The Embodiment Coaching Podcast

Embodiment coach Christina Dohr joins me to drop some serious wisdom on intimacy, boundaries, and how to make relationships actually work. From aikido to dance and eye gazing, we dive into how these practices show up in our connections. Christina shares her thoughts on platonic intimacy, trauma, and why knowing what you want (and saying no) is key to keeping things healthy. We cover practical tips...

Philosopher Nancy Sherman joins me to unpack Stoicism - what people often misunderstand about it, and what's really worth taking away. We dive into Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and how ancient wisdom still speaks to modern practices like CBT. Nancy shares insights on moral injury, PTSD, and the dynamics of resilience in relationships, alongside Aristotle's virtue ethics and the golden mean. We also ta...

Renowned yoga teacher Rod Stryker joins me to explore what yoga truly is—and what it isn't. Beyond just stretching and fitness, we dive into the deeper purpose of yoga, the spiritual hunger many feel, and how modern yoga has both evolved and lost its way. Rod shares wisdom from The Bhagavad Gita, The Four Desires, and decades of teaching, touching on life purpose, meditation, stillness, and the po...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Joshua Wenner, a relationship coach specializing in nervous system well-being, somatic healing, and grief work. Joshua opens up about his personal journey through love, loss, and trauma, sharing profound insights on how to process grief, build resilience, and navigate emotional challenges. We dive deep into the science of somatics, the role of the nervous...

Join this live coaching session with Christina Dohr from The Embodiment Festival 2024 to explore how getting out of your head and into your body can transform the way you navigate life's challenges. Christina shares her wealth of experience (and a few playful nudges) on how movement, breath, and awareness can help unlock confidence, shake off limiting beliefs, and make decisions with clarity - wit...

Ever feel like modern life is pulling you in a million directions, leaving you a little unregulated? You're not alone. Join me, Mark Walsh, for a live embodiment coaching session straight from The Embodiment Festival 2024, where I'll break down the Four Regulations Model - a simple yet powerful framework for resilience, well-being, and actually feeling human again. We'll dive into the four key ele...

Join me, Mark Walsh, for a deep dive into meaning-making, taken from The Embodiment Festival in January 2025. In this session, I explore why so many of us feel lost in modern life and why meaning seems to be slipping through our fingers. We'll tackle the big questions—how did we get here? Why are birth rates plummeting? Why does hedonism leave us empty? And what did Nietzsche mean when he said, "G...

Host of the Man Talks podcast and author of Men's Work Connor Beaton joins me to talk about the myth of vulnerability, suicide, being useful, who defines masculinity, postmodernism, psychological fracturing, women and safety, Chris Bumstead, the psychological industrial complex, APA guidelines, Andrew Tate, weight lifting and mental health, mentoring, developing male friendships and more. A really...

Jane and Karin discuss the life-long journey to find the best ways to practice in order to more fully embody, understand and appreciate the feminine and the cycles of life. Including some simple, kind and profoundly helpful practices to connect to the moment in an embodied and pleasurable way. Find out more about Jane here: https://janedancey.com/ We're resharing this episode because it's one of o...

Join sex expert Emily and me as we dive deep into the world of sexual flow states, overcoming "good enough" mindsets, and achieving full embodiment. We explore topics like the role of technology in intimacy, adaptability, kink, and what defines "too liberal" sex. Plus, we tackle trauma, neurotic attraction, gender dynamics, and Emily's surprising celebrity crush. This episode is packed with insigh...

Embodiment coach and neuroscience educator Amanda Blake joins me for a thoughtful and engaging exploration of the science and practice of embodiment. We cover the ins and outs of body-oriented coaching, how to discuss embodiment without getting lost in jargon, and what it means to build "minimal trust." Along the way, we tackle neuro-hype, research credibility (with a nod to Amy Cuddy and Wendy Pa...

Join ADHD coach and yoga teacher Rosie Turner as we dive into a fascinatingly fun, in-depth conversation about ADHD, embodiment, and personal growth. In this episode, we explore topics like dopamine, the hidden strengths of ADHD, time blindness, rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD), and internalised hyperactivity. We also unpack gender differences in ADHD, the impact of technology, and how ADHD sha...

For our 666th episode (who knew I had that much to say?), we turned the mic back to you with a special listener Q&A. You asked – I listened, I answered. My work auntie and absolute angel, Helen Machen-Pearce, helped me wrangle your questions from social media and email. I tackled them head-on with my usual mix of straight talk, humour, and practical advice. A rare chance to speak directly with the...

In this solo episode Mark speaks of the four people who mentored him, as well as how he mentors others now. Hear some touching personal stories & learn what mistakes to avoid. Full of experience sharing, this episode is a gem. Want to get mentored by Mark? Jump in on the opportunity below. Sign up closing January 14th: https://embodimentunlimited.com/join-apprenticeship/   ------------------------...

What do kink, dopamine and addiction reveal about the human experience? In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Anna Lembke, Stanford Psychiatry Professor and author of Dopamine Nation , unravels the secrets of addiction and the delicate balance between pleasure and pain. We explore topics such as the neuroscience of kink, the psychology of addictive personalities, and how contemporary issues have r...

Author and professor Richard Boyatzis joins me on the Embodiment Coaching Podcast to discuss the deeper aspects of leadership, including why management isn't just about IQ or competencies. We dive into topics like emotional contagion, the work of Daniel Goleman, why traditional leadership training often fails, and the role of neuroscience in leadership. Richard shares insights on stress, renewal m...

Caro, an emotional wellbeing coach, joins me to explore topics like female leadership, perfectionism, societal pressure on women, cultural influences, emotional suppression, the loss of community, and the brutal reality of modern work. We also touch on AI, practical embodied tools, the importance of 'landing,' shifting embodiment, niching, and a bit of Colombian perspective. Plus, a reminder that...

Amos Clifford joins Allison Lindsay to talk about forest therapy, what we can learn from being out in nature, adapting practices to whatever environment we find ourselves in, following our heart intelligence, earth dreamings to remember who we really are, liminal experiences, the pleasures of presence, and healing separation from self. We're resharing this episode because it's one of our best, and...

Therapist and founder of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dr. Richard Schwartz, joins me to explore the concept of "parts" and the transformative power of IFS. We discuss how every part has a positive intention, the connections to Voice Dialogue and Big Mind, and the role of "exiles" in both our personal lives and society. We also touch on the impact of COVID and much more. In addition, I take part...

*Find a $100 GIFT below*    In this Holiday episode Mark gives us the past year review of Embodiment Unlimited, highlighting the courses & podcast episodes that might be useful for you. --------------------------------------------------------- Check out our  YouTube channel  for more coaching tips and our  Podcast channel  for full episode videos Uplevel your coaching with a free copy of Mark's la...

Professor Mark Sedgwick joins me for a profound exploration of Traditionalism and its many facets. We dive into the primordial and perennial traditions, unpack why humanity isn't headed for a "Star Trek" future, and discuss key concepts like Kali Yuga, Rene Guenon's influence, and the ongoing meaning crisis. Our conversation touches on Sufism, the sacred underpinnings of modernity, and the often-o...

Yoga therapist and experiential anatomist Leila Stuart joins me to talk embodied anatomy vs mindfulness, how it's done, why it's done, feet and people pleasing, sensuality, the nervous system, how we're disembodied, posture, play, the importance of movement, koshas, and more. A great one if you love anatomy. Find out more about Leila here:  https://leilastuart.com/   ------------------------------...

     * $100 OFF discount down below *     Yoga therapist Fiona joins me to talk stress response, cell danger, chronic fatigue, machine culture, ME, long Covid, how to recover when exhausted, shame around rest, yoga for fatigue, hormesis vs soothing, what works for recovery and self compassion. A useful one for anyone who's ever been frazzled!    Find out more about Fiona here: https://www.fionaago...

   Founder of "Always Better than Yesterday" & a podcast host Ryan joins me to talk Men vs Women, John Gray, language games, cultures of life and death, cascading care, what women are seeking, Peter Pan, masculine archetypes, leadership, faith, embodied spirituality, we all worship, the split in psychology, and more. This one may be provocative, if you don't like the truth :-)    Learn more about...

   Authour & teacher Dr. Roger Walsh joins me to talk about times of crisis, the meta crisis, social media, Nietzsche, meaning, Matt Walsh, Keith Martin Smith, balance, what we feel called to do, insignificance, wisdom questions, how we respond to threat, the risks of ideals, ethics, and the power of the stop. A deep one.    Learn more about Dr. Roger Walsh here:  https://drrogerwalsh.com/   -----...