Less Stress Podcast

Živilė Virkutytė

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Less Stress is a multidisciplinary project connecting trauma, embodiment, body practices, neuroscience, yoga and art, exploring links and dialogues between them to help us to connect to our human system holistically. https://thelessstress.com/ For any questions regarding the topics or future collaborations email us at contact@thelessstress.com

Aug 11

#25, Kirsten Dunlop, From Despair to Agency: Embodied Belonging in a Changing World

Dr. Kirsten Dunlop is a climate leader, systems thinker and CEO of EIT Climate-KIC, Europe’s leading climate innovation initiative. With a background in cultural history, innovation and systems transformation, she works at the intersection of climate, society and human transformation, exploring how we can shift the ways we think, act and create change in the face of complex challenges. More about Less Stress - https://thelessstress.com/ ⁠⁠Support us on Patreon
Feb 25

#24, Licia Sky: Somatic Healing in a Complex World

Licia Sky is co-founder and Global Ambassador of the Trauma Research Foundation. She is a Boston-based somatic educator, writer, artist, singer-songwriter, and bodyworker who works with traumatized individuals and trains mental health professionals to use mindful meditation in movement, theater exercises, writing, and voice as tools for attunement, healing, and connection. In the course of over 25 years of bodywork practice, Licia developed her methods of vocalizing for embodiment in physical and emotional healing. -- More about Less Stress - https://thelessstress.com/ ⁠Support us on Patreon
11/25/2025

#23, Annette Knopp: A Women's Wild Journey to True Connection

In this episode, I sit down with meditation teacher, somatic educator, and nature mystic Annette Knopf for a conversation that felt like coming home. We talk about the feminine voice in spiritual healing, our relationships with nature and each other, grief, trauma, and the quiet beauty woven through life. Annette’s presence brings a softening, a depth, and a sense of belonging — the same qualities that shine through her new book Mystic Nomad, a soulful blend of spirit, nature, psychology, and embodied healing. Annette’s new book: Mystic Nomad → https://www.amazon.com/Mystic-Nomad-Womans-Journey-Connection/dp/1958972975 Annette's website: https://www.annetteknopp.com/ Blue Spirit Retreat Centre : https://bluespiritcostarica.com/ -- Less Stress Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/lessstress https://thelessstress.com/
12/12/2024

#22, Dr. Dan Siegel: Breaking a Pattern of Self as Only an Individual

In this episode, Gabriele, Dan Siegel, and I explore change on a quantum level—how we think, respond, and show up in personal, collective, and social realms. A central theme is the importance of relational sense—our ability to connect deeply with ourselves, others, and the natural world. This connection is essential for navigating challenges with resilience and fostering meaningful change, especially in these turbulent times. We address the context of burned-out activists, acknowledging the toll of constant striving without renewal. By nurturing our nervous system and shifting out of a threat state quickly, we can sustain our energy and purpose. Dan suggests approaching challenges as dance partners—for example, when feeling hopeless, choose to get helpful. Begin with small, local actions that can ripple outward to spark larger change. We also emphasize emotional integration, not bypassing. Allowing ourselves to fully experience our emotions while maintaining an open, curious perspective creates space for healing and ignites the energy of hope. This includes cultivating an emotional connection with nature, which can be profoundly grounding and restorative. Dan shares insights on understanding our temperament to avoid burnout from unconscious reactivity, offering tools to respond with intention and resilience. Finally, we explore the SPA framework—sensations, perception, and agency—as a practical guide for navigating challenges with greater awareness and relational grounding. More about Dan's work - https://drdansiegel.com/ About Mindsight Institute - https://mindsightinstitute.com/ Dan's newest book - More about Less Stress - https://thelessstress.com/ Support us on Patreon
04/09/2024

#21, Eddie Stern: Evolving, Expressing, Changing

In this episode one of my long time dreams came true. Thanks to Surya Ashtanga studio in Vilnius for organizing a 3 day workshop with Eddie Stern, we had a chance to record a podcast with Eddie Stern in person. Walking the streets of central Vilnius and talking about common humanity felt to simple and so secure, like practicing Yoga sequence in my living room via zoom. This conversation with Eddie feels so simple and yet so enriching. I'm fascinated by his quality to speak about deep topics while also grounding them in material understanding in such a gracious manner. Respecting all people no matter their 'level& of understanding be that in yoga, science, politics or life, feels such an embodied and compassionate way to be and live. I believe that this conversation will find you interested in a way that you can relate and take some simple practices with you. I truly feel that deepest spirituality lies in deep witnessing of oneself, others and simplicity of life. #lessstresspodcast
02/14/2024

Embodiment Series: A Poem on Grief and Heartbreak

In this short episode, I'm sharing my own poem on grief and heartbreak, and its delicacies. I invite you to meditate on these things, and perhaps even invite your inner intimate lover. More about LESS STRESS: https://thelessstress.com/
01/30/2024

#20, Gunnar Gjermundsen, Connecting Psychology and Spirituality

In this episode we contemplated how psychology and spirituality can interconnect and compliment one another on our healing path. Join us in this conversation with psychologist, philosopher Gunnar Gjermundsen. Support us on Patreon @lessstress. Thank you! For any inquiries contact us at contact@thelessstress.com https://thelessstress.com
10/30/2023

#19, Jannecke Bugge, What is Courage in Leadership

In this podcast episode we bravely delve into unpacking two foundational things in brave leadership: courage and vulnerability. Join us for this conversation with Jannecke Bugge, the co-founder of Brave Leadership in Norway. Support us on Patreon @lessstress. Your support can do wonders! For any inquiries: contact@lessstress.com www.lessstress.com

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Less Stress is a multidisciplinary project connecting trauma, embodiment, body practices, neuroscience, yoga and art, exploring links and dialogues between them to help us to connect to our human system holistically. https://thelessstress.com/ For any questions regarding the topics or future collaborations email us at contact@thelessstress.com

Creator

Živilė Virkutytė
Years Active

2021 - 2026
Episodes

26
Rating

Clean
Copyright

© Živilė Virkutytė
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Less Stress Podcast