Changing Your Narrative - Dionne' Story

We are excited to welcome a very special guest this week on the the Wake the F*ck Up Podcast. Dionne Eleanor is a relationship and empowerment mentor who creates transformative experiences that address the hidden barriers to well being. Dionne will be part of our WAKE Wellness Rebirth Retreat in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, November 2-9. She joins Katy on the podcast this week to answer some important questions about what you can expect to get out of a wellness retreat, and how to know when you need a retreat to help support your inner healing. Dionne will be part of our team leading a variety of therapeutic activities carefully curated to help you heal grief and trauma and awake to your true self.  Dionne specializes in intergenerational trauma, ancestral trauma, grief, heartbreak, burnout, and all of these things that are not really addressed in typical wellness programs. Dionne calls these struggles “the silent drainers” and she has been working on retreats for more than twelve years, leading with techniques and tools to help support your physical and mental wellbeing. 

Dionne kicks off the podcast by sharing her diverse background and transformative journey from overcoming a spinal injury to becoming a mentor focused on sustainable wellness. Dionne and Katie discuss insights on wellness practices, including the importance of daily habits like meditation, reading, hydration, and yoga. Dionne’s advice: tap into your natural curiosity and invest in yourself every day. 

Dionne also warns our listeners about the signs of fear-based decision making: overthinking, seeking validation, and the classic physical sensations of stress and anxiety. Dionne encourages our listeners to look out for these signs and embrace mindful decision-making, rather than operating from a place of fear. 

Later in the podcast Katie and Dionne dive into what you can expect at this year’s Rebirth Retreat. Intention setting, meditation, movement (yoga, ecstatic dance) will all be part of your experience, tailored to help our guests reclaim lost parts of themselves. Workshops will focus on grief release, ancestral healing, limiting beliefs, voice and heart expansion. 

Finally, we’re answering some important questions about packing essentials. Dionne gives her recommendations for what to wear, what shoes you might need, and essential items you’ll want to bring along to maximize your enjoyment of the retreat. Top of the list: SPF, sunglasses, your passport, and your favorite thermos or water bottle (hydration is key).

As we wrap up the podcast, you’re invited to reach out with any questions. We want this to be a safe, open-minded environment for everyone involved, and we are so excited to have Dionne leading some of our programming and bringing her expertise to our retreat. 

There are only a few spots left on the Puerto Vallarta Rebirth Retreat (November 2-9). Follow the link here to reserve your spot: https://www.thewakewellness.com/retreats/puerto-vallarta-2024

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