The Magic Body Club

Meggs from The Shake Lab

Welcome to *The Magic Body Club* the podcast where movement meets mindfulness for the young… and the young at heart! Together, we’ll explore playful stories, mindful moments, and body-based practices to help you reconnect with yourself and with each other. Every other week, you’ll find episodes created just for kids and families and others designed to nourish the grown-ups — mamas, carers, teachers, and therapists who guide and love them. So wherever you are, take a moment to arrive in your body… because it’s time to remember: **your body is magic.**

  1. Episode 22: Why Dance Movement Therapy? (Grown ups)

    May 20

    Episode 22: Why Dance Movement Therapy? (Grown ups)

    In this personal episode, Meggs shares more about the therapeutic modality behind The Magic Body Club — Dance Movement Therapy. ✨ Together we explore:🌿 What Dance Movement Therapy actually is🌿 Common misconceptions around movement and dance🌿 The connection between emotions, the body and the nervous system🌿 How movement can support regulation, expression and wellbeing🌿 Simple ways to begin listening to the body with more compassion This episode also includes a small embodied practice to help listeners experience the connection between movement, emotion and nervous-system awareness for themselves. Perfect for anyone curious about embodied wellbeing, nervous-system support, emotional regulation or the healing power of movement. Find a Dance Movement Therapist in the DMT Register: https://dtaa.org.au/directory/ Explore more information on Dance Movement Therapy from the DTAA: https://dtaa.org.au/therapy/ Connect with The Shake Lab:Instagram: @theshakelab.danceWebsite: theshakelab.com.auEmail: megan@theshakelab.com.au Meggs offers:✨ Dance Movement Therapy✨ Adult dance classes for joy and connection✨ School-based programs and choreography services ✨ Workshops and embodied movement experiences You’re warmly invited to connect. 💛

    23 min
  2. Episode 21: Rainbow Movement Magic - Exploring Feelings through Dance (Kids)

    May 20

    Episode 21: Rainbow Movement Magic - Exploring Feelings through Dance (Kids)

    In this playful and imagination-filled episode, children are invited to explore feelings, energy and self-expression through movement and colour. 🌈✨ Together we journey through a magical rainbow where each colour brings a different kind of movement. Through creative movement, breath and body awareness, children are encouraged to notice how different movements feel in their bodies while building confidence, emotional awareness and self-expression. ✨ Includes:⭐ Creative movement prompts⭐ Emotional expression through dance⭐ Gentle body awareness⭐ Imaginative rainbow visualisation Perfect for movement breaks, classroom wellbeing, creative play or supporting children in connecting with their bodies in a joyful and pressure-free way. Connect with The Shake Lab:Instagram: @theshakelab.danceWebsite: theshakelab.com.auEmail: megan@theshakelab.com.au Meggs offers:✨ Dance Movement Therapy✨ Adult dance classes✨ School programs✨ Workshops and embodied movement experiences You’re warmly invited to connect 💛

    23 min
  3. Episode 20: Starlight Sleep Meditation: A Gentle Guided Rest Practice (Grown ups)

    May 13

    Episode 20: Starlight Sleep Meditation: A Gentle Guided Rest Practice (Grown ups)

    This gentle night-time meditation is an invitation to slow down, soften and release the weight of the day. ✨🌙 Designed for tired nervous systems and busy minds, this calming practice supports grown-ups in unwinding before rest through breath, body awareness and soothing night-time imagery. Together, we explore small moments of release, grounding and softness beneath a steady star-filled sky. ✨ Includes:⭐ Gentle nervous-system settling practices⭐ Breath and body relaxation⭐ Reflective nighttime imagery⭐ Permission to soften and rest⭐ A calming guided meditation for sleep Ideal for bedtime, moments of overwhelm or nights when rest feels hard to reach. Connect with Meggs from The Shake Lab: Instagram: ⁠@theshakelab.dance⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.theshakelab.com.au⁠ Email: ⁠megan@theshakelab.com.au⁠ Meggs offers: ✨ Dance Movement Therapy ✨ Adult dance classes ✨ School Programs ✨ Workshops and embodied movement experiences You’re warmly invited to connect. 💛

    13 min
  4. Episode 19: The Star Keeper's Sleepy-Time Journey (Kids)

    May 13

    Episode 19: The Star Keeper's Sleepy-Time Journey (Kids)

    Tonight we journey through the stars to meet the gentle Star Keeper… a magical guide who helps children place down their worries, busy thoughts and leftover feelings from the day before sleep. ✨🌙 Through calming imagery, soft breath and gentle body awareness, children are invited to slow down, soften and prepare their bodies for rest. ✨ Includes:⭐ A soothing bedtime visualisation⭐ Gentle breathing and relaxation⭐ A magical “letting go” practice⭐ Calm and cozy sleep imagery⭐ Affirmations for safety and rest Perfect for bedtime, winding down after busy days or helping little bodies transition into sleep in a gentle and supportive way. Connect with Meggs from The Shake Lab: Instagram: @theshakelab.dance Website: https://www.theshakelab.com.au Email: megan@theshakelab.com.au Meggs offers:✨ Dance Movement Therapy✨ Adult dance classes✨ School Programs✨ Workshops and embodied movement experiences You’re warmly invited to connect. 💛

    11 min
  5. Episode 18: Holding yourself - A gentle Mother's Day Practice (Grown ups)

    May 6

    Episode 18: Holding yourself - A gentle Mother's Day Practice (Grown ups)

    Mother’s Day can bring a mix of emotions — love, gratitude, grief and everything in between. This gentle episode offers mamas, carers and nurturers of all kinds a moment to pause, soften and reconnect with themselves through simple, body-based practices. ✨ Includes: A guided 5% self-support practiceGentle body-based groundingCompassion-focused reflection promptsAn Autumn tree guided meditationA moment to pause and be held Perfect for Mother’s Day / celebrating the nurturers or any time you need a little more softness and support. Connect with The Shake Lab:Instagram: @theshakelab.danceWebsite: theshakelab.com.auEmail: megan@theshakelab.com.au Meggs offers adult dance classes, workshops, dance movement therapy and school programs through The Shake Lab. You're warmly invited to connect!

    14 min
  6. Episode 17: Love & Gratitude - A gentle practice for someone special (Kids)

    May 6

    Episode 17: Love & Gratitude - A gentle practice for someone special (Kids)

    This gentle and heartwarming episode invites children (and families!) to connect with feelings of love and gratitude for someone special in their life. Through simple movement, breath and reflection, children are guided to notice and express kindness — in ways that feel natural, safe, and meaningful. ✨ Includes: A calming heart-focused breathing practiceGentle movement to express care and connectionA simple creative prompt to share gratitudeAffirmations to build emotional awareness Perfect for quiet moments, connection time or celebrating someone special in a gentle and inclusive way. Connect with The Shake Lab: Instagram: @theshakelab.dance Website: theshakelab.com.au Email: megan@theshakelab.com.au Meggs offers adult dance classes, workshops, dance movement therapy and school programs through The Shake Lab. You're warmly invited to connect!

    12 min
  7. Episode 16: Just 5% - Small shifts that change everything (Grown ups)

    Apr 29

    Episode 16: Just 5% - Small shifts that change everything (Grown ups)

    What if change didn’t have to be big to be meaningful? In this gentle and empowering episode, mamas, carers and educators are invited to explore the power of small, body-based shifts — using the concept of “just 5%” to create more ease, presence, and support in daily life. ✨ Includes: A guided 5% body awareness practiceGentle prompts for relaxation, support and confidenceNervous system-friendly approaches to changeReflection to integrate small shifts into your day Ideal practice if you're looking to shift from overwhelm to relaxation, confidence or joy (or if you're finding it challenging to even start!). Connect with Meggs from The Shake Lab: Instagram: @theshakelab.dance Website: theshakelab.com.au Email: megan@theshakelab.com.au Meggs offers adult dance classes, workshops, dance movement therapy and school programs through The Shake Lab. You're warmly invited to connect!

    15 min
  8. Episode 15: Moving together - a Magic Mirror Dance (Kids)

    Apr 29

    Episode 15: Moving together - a Magic Mirror Dance (Kids)

    This playful and heartwarming episode invites children (and families!) to explore connection through movement with a simple and engaging “mirror dance” activity. By taking turns leading and following, children build awareness, confidence and a sense of connection — all through gentle, imaginative play. ✨ Includes: A guided mirror movement activityOpportunities for connection and shared playCreative movement prompts (slow, fast, big, small)A gentle co-regulation and bonding experience Perfect for family time, play-based learning, or moments of connection and calm. Connect with Meggs from The Shake Lab!Instagram: @theshakelab.danceWebsite: theshakelab.com.auEmail: megan@theshakelab.com.au Meggs offers adult dance classes, workshops, dance movement therapy and school programs through The Shake Lab. You're warmly invite to connect!

    12 min
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Welcome to *The Magic Body Club* the podcast where movement meets mindfulness for the young… and the young at heart! Together, we’ll explore playful stories, mindful moments, and body-based practices to help you reconnect with yourself and with each other. Every other week, you’ll find episodes created just for kids and families and others designed to nourish the grown-ups — mamas, carers, teachers, and therapists who guide and love them. So wherever you are, take a moment to arrive in your body… because it’s time to remember: **your body is magic.**

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  • Creator
    Meggs from The Shake Lab
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