Curious With Sonia

Sonia Houria Rivas
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Curious With Sonia is a long-form exploration of the human experience.Hosted by Sonia Houria Rivas, integrative inner-work guide and cultural bridge between ancestral wisdom and modern life, the podcast brings together thinkers, healers, creators, athletes, and everyday people with extraordinary stories to explore how humans grow, adapt, connect, and heal. Each episode dives into the deeper layers of mind, body, emotion, culture, and nature - the places where meaning, resilience, and identity are shaped. We explore themes such as:• emotional resilience and nervous-system intelligence• breathwork, embodiment, and movement practices• cultural identity, belonging, and ancestral wisdom• nature connection and its impact on wellbeing• spirituality, creativity, fear, and purpose• relationships, community, and collective healing The mission:To help listeners understand themselves more deeply and navigate life with groundedness, clarity, and compassion. This podcast invites you to remember your true nature; to reconnect with your inner intelligence, honour cultural and ecological wisdom, and rediscover the courage already alive within you. No quick fixes.Just honest, spacious conversations that honour complexity and inspire transformation. If you’re seeking meaningful dialogue that reflects the depth of being human, Curious With Sonia is your place to slow down, listen, and explore what truly shapes us.

Episodes

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Jason Rice - Surf Apnea Founder | The Science of Stress Management through Breathing

    Summary In this conversation, Sonia Houria Rivas interviews Jason Rice, Apnea Survival Founder and expert in performance stress management and breath control. They discuss the importance of breath control in high-pressure situations, the physiological and psychological aspects of breath holding, and the misconceptions surrounding it. Jason shares insights on how proper breathing techniques can enhance athletic performance, manage stress, and build mental resilience. They also explore the role of cold water immersion in teaching discomfort management and emphasize the importance of safety in breath training. The conversation highlights the need for individuals to familiarize themselves with discomfort to navigate stress effectively. In this conversation, Sonia Houria Rivas and Jason explore the profound impact of breathwork on personal healing, the importance of stillness, and the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. They discuss how breath can be a tool for regulation and calm, the essence of humanity, and the role of creativity in authentic expression. The dialogue emphasizes the need for individuals to reconnect with nature and their true selves, highlighting the journey towards enlightenment and understanding one's purpose in life. USEFUL LINKS🔗 Website: https://apneasurvival.com.au/ LISTENERS' DISCOUNTSSuperFeast: * 20% off on all products with Code *WMWHEALTH*at: https://www.superfeast.com.au/ Australian Ceremonial Cacao * _: 20% off with link: https://www.australianceremonialcacao.com/?ref=WMWHEALTH Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Breath Control and Performance02:32 The Journey of Surf Apnea and Stress Management05:45 Understanding Breath Hold and Stress Response11:41 Myths and Misconceptions about Breath Holding14:36 The Importance of Proper Breathing Techniques17:22 Breath Control for Athletic Performance20:43 Training Techniques for Surfers23:28 Mental Resilience and Breath Control26:40 Safety in Breath Training29:19 Cold Water Immersion and Adaptation32:33 Breathing Techniques for Recovery35:29 Managing Discomfort and Stress in Daily Life54:48 The Power of Stillness and Calm 01:00:07 Healing Through Breath and Consciousness01:03:06 Interconnectedness of Mind, Body, and Breath01:18:40 Creativity and Authenticity in Expression

    1h 7m

  2. 18 JAN

    If You Don’t Understand This About Yourself, Overwhelm Wins

    Most people think overwhelm means something is wrong with them. That they’re weak, failing, or not organised enough.It usually means none of that. Overwhelm happens when the demand placed on you, by life, work, others, or yourself, is higher than your capacity in that moment. Capacity fluctuates. With your nervous system. With your season of life. With your natural rhythms and relationships. In this episode, I unpack overwhelm through three lenses:the inner world, the natural world, and the relational world, and why understanding how you function matters more than pushing harder. If you’ve been feeling tired, frustrated, or disappointed in yourself lately, this conversation is for you. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Overwhelm01:36 The 3 Systems: Inner, Natural, Relational03:12 The Inner World and Nervous System Signals of Overwhelm05:50 Natural Rhythms: Seasons + Energy06:52 Practical Strategies for Managing Overwhelm08:10 Your Personal Data: Track the Pattern12:21 Relational Intelligence12:48 The Importance of Healthy Relationships14:37 Be like the French - Fill Your Champaign Cup First16:11 The Greatest Hack of All: Honour The Full Human Experience 16:31 Build a Life That Matches Your Rhythms Useful Links - Listeners' Discounts SuperFeast: 20% off on all products with Code WMWHEALTH at: https://www.superfeast.com.au/ Australian Ceremonial Cacao: 20% off with link: https://www.australianceremonialcacao.com/?ref=WMWHEALTH

    20 min

  3. 3 JAN

    Starting a Mission-Driven Business in Uncertain Times - Circular Meal Delivery, Plastic & Burnout

    In this conversation, Sonia Houria Rivas speaks with Veronica Robin, founder of The Loop Kitchen, about building a sustainable meal delivery service rooted in reuse, community, and conscious choice. They explore the environmental and health impacts of plastic, why reducing waste starts with everyday decisions, and how food systems shape both wellbeing and connection. Veronica shares her personal journey toward sustainable living, the two-year process behind launching The Loop Kitchen, and the challenges of building a mission-driven business while navigating uncertainty and self-doubt. Together, they discuss practical ways to reduce food waste, the importance of flexibility and rest, and how small, consistent changes - made with awareness rather than perfection - can create meaningful impact over time. Chapters00:00 – A Canadian in Australia: Introduction and Background02:12 – The Loop Kitchen: Meal Delivery With a Circular Twist05:58 – The Zero-Waste Pyramid: One Level That Creates Change07:20 – The Making of an Activist09:18 – A Sustainable Way to Create Big Change14:38 – What Plastic Does to Humans21:59 – How to Reduce Food Waste in Your Own Home24:37 – Why Purpose Work Can Burn You Out28:20 – The Internal Blocks No One Sees32:14 – Rethinking Rest When You’ve Lived in Survival Mode37:48 – The Hidden Cost of Convenience40:11 – The Unnatural System of Food Rejects47:56 – The Lost Art of Connection50:23 – The Key to Navigating Life Well Useful Links🔗 Website: https://theloopkitchen.com.au/ 👉 20% Discount* @ The Loop Kitchen - Code WMW20 *Valid for a Limited time, from 1st Jan 2026 Listeners' DiscountsSuperFeast: 20% off on all products with Code WMWHEALTH at: https://www.superfeast.com.au/ Australian Ceremonial Cacao: 20% off with link: https://www.australianceremonialcacao.com/?ref=WMWHEALTH

    53 min

  4. 17/12/2025

    Episode 000 — For Honest Conversations About Being Human

    What does it really mean to be human, and how do we live a life that feels like ours? In this opening episode of Curious With Sonia, host Sonia Houria Rivas shares why this podcast exists and the questions at its heart. Born from years of working with thoughtful, capable people who still feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck, this podcast explores the inner and outer tools we often forget we have as humans. Through long-form conversations, Curious With Sonia examines the human experience through inner intelligence, nature intelligence, and relational intelligence, supporting deeper clarity, resilience, belonging, and connection. This is not a podcast of quick fixes, but an invitation to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself and the world around you. Learn more at womenmakewaves.com.au

    3 min
  • 4 Episodes

About

Curious With Sonia is a long-form exploration of the human experience.Hosted by Sonia Houria Rivas, integrative inner-work guide and cultural bridge between ancestral wisdom and modern life, the podcast brings together thinkers, healers, creators, athletes, and everyday people with extraordinary stories to explore how humans grow, adapt, connect, and heal. Each episode dives into the deeper layers of mind, body, emotion, culture, and nature - the places where meaning, resilience, and identity are shaped. We explore themes such as:• emotional resilience and nervous-system intelligence• breathwork, embodiment, and movement practices• cultural identity, belonging, and ancestral wisdom• nature connection and its impact on wellbeing• spirituality, creativity, fear, and purpose• relationships, community, and collective healing The mission:To help listeners understand themselves more deeply and navigate life with groundedness, clarity, and compassion. This podcast invites you to remember your true nature; to reconnect with your inner intelligence, honour cultural and ecological wisdom, and rediscover the courage already alive within you. No quick fixes.Just honest, spacious conversations that honour complexity and inspire transformation. If you’re seeking meaningful dialogue that reflects the depth of being human, Curious With Sonia is your place to slow down, listen, and explore what truly shapes us.

Information

  • Creator
    Sonia Houria Rivas
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Sonia Houria Rivas
  • Show Website
    Curious With Sonia