Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya Aimee

Somatic education guides us toward differentiation, integration, and transcendence. All these integrated are key to discerning and distinguishing different aspects of oneself, paving the way for deeper self-awareness and understanding.

Today, I'm excited to explore the transformative world of somatic education alongside Lawrence Gold. He takes us through his unique approach, where he integrates somatic principles into psychological states and creative capacities, providing a holistic framework for personal growth and self-discovery.

In this particular episode, Lawrence takes us through:
- His unique perspective on somatic education and its applications.
- Key Stages in his approach: Differentiation, integration, and transcendence.
- How differentiation through discerning and distinguishing different aspects of oneself, paves the way for deeper self-awareness and understanding.
- Integration and how it leads to unexpected outcomes and novel perspectives.
- How transcendence leads to a process of awakening and growth.
- How to explore the uncomfortable space of facing the unknown, the "zone of incomprehensibility." 
- Embracing change and growth

And so much more! 
Trained in 1990 by the originator of Hanna Somatic Education, Thomas Hanna, Lawrence Gold worked on-staff in the movement rehab department of the Wellness & Rehabilitation Center of Watsonville Community Hospital in California from 1997 - 1999.

He began his discipline of personal development at age 16 when he participated in the human potential movement by attending workshops at Esalen Institute, followed by the practice of yoga, rolfing, the best training, and other developmental influences, training, and coursework.

As a writer in the field of somatics, he integrates multiple disciplines such as healthcare, spiritual development, human development, the social sciences, politics, and other areas of interest, showcased in the blog Full-Spectrum Somatics
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and in his YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/Lawrence9Gold).

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So much of what we experience culturally and what is happening in the larger scope of the world today can feel indigestible. Especially if we seek to handle it mentally. Being able to metabolize the suffering, dysfunction, and pain of the world is better attempted through our whole body and beingness.


Today, I’m incredibly excited to host Toni Nagy, a comedian, and dancer who harnesses the playful power of interpretive dance to navigate deep and often heavy topics with both sincerity and humor. 


In this fun and casual conversation, Toni Nagy takes us through:


- Her innovative artistic expression through the comedy of interpretive dance.


- How she discovered the power of movement in a countercultural environment, contrasting with her sports-oriented upbringing.



-How starting dance later in life and being “bad” offered its own benefits


- How she marries interpretive dance with political and social commentary in her comedy routines to create a unique and engaging form of artistic expression.


- How she views the realm of somatics from her unique perspective.


- Her “inner masculinity” and how she channels that into her comedy and as a helpful tool in her personal life...

-parenting tips, astrology snacks, and so much more!



Toni Nagy is a stand-up comedian and content creator most known for her viral videos where she interpretive dances her philosophies while pontificating, gyrating, and questioning culture.



She has 600,000 followers across her social media platforms, not that she's counting or anything. Her comedy is quasi–radical, pseudo-philosophical, somewhat existential, and mostly funny.

Observing Toni’s work is like micro-dosing shrooms, but then an hour later, wondering, "wait... was that actually a macro-dose!?" She's directed and acted in numerous films and written multiple award-winning screenplays, and is the founder of Cavelight Productions. Nagy has performed stand-up at the Comedy Store in LA, Flappers LA, Elysian Theater LA, Greenwich Village Comedy Club NY, the Improv Boston, Laugh Boston, Next Stage Theater Vermont, the Palm Springs Comedy Festival, and the infamous "Sweet" show at the Chelsea Music Hall in NYC.

The Broadway Comedy NYC club twice voted her “Best New Comedian.” She is currently on a national tour performing a two-person multi-disciplinary comedy show with her 13-year-old daughter entitled “Go To Your Womb!” It’s like a PG-13 acid trip you’ll later want to process with your therapist.



She is also on tour with her one-person show “Men, Come Inside of Me,” a comedy show during which she embodies all the men that have come inside of her, both metaphorically and literally. Toni relates to the men that have come inside of her and connects to them on a heart, soul, and genital level. Her effort to uncover these men is entwined with her desire to understand them, as well as herself.

Social Media
https://www.tiktok.com/@toni.nagy
https://www.instagram.com/toninagy/
https://www.facebook.com/toninagycomedy

Websites
https://www.toninagy.com/
https://cavelightproductions.com/




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Intimacy, particularly with oneself, is a profound journey that can be both deeply rewarding and challenging to navigate, especially for those with past traumas.



Today, I have Rachel Rae Halder, a multi-faceted somatic practitioner and life-long spiritual student. Together, we unravel the complexities of healing, breaking free from patterns, and embracing intimacy in its many forms. 



In this podcast episode, Rachel Rae Halder takes us through:



-Importance of intimacy, particularly in relation to self-acceptance and personal growth.

-The mystical side of Christianity and her experience of the interconnectedness of religion and spirituality.

-How she helps leaders, teachers, and healers break free from limiting patterns that hinder their growth and fulfillment.

-Her upbringing, experience with sexual abuse, and her profound spiritual awakening.

-How her approach to healing combines cognitive understanding, spiritual practices, and somatic therapies to facilitate deep transformation and self-acceptance.

-The power of self-acceptance: moving away from the cycle of needing to fix.

-The value of seeking to understand healing on different levels.



And so much more!



Rachel (she/her), commonly known as Rae, currently lives in the Sangre de Cristo mountains in New Mexico, the original home of the Tiwa known presently as Taos.

She is a writer, thought leader, coach, and guide in the trauma, somatic, and embodiment fields. She loves working with coaches, healers and leaders who’ve done all “the work” and yet still sense there are unseen life-degenerating and syndromal freeze patterns dictating their reality.

Rae is a seasoned practitioner, certified in over 10 different healing modalities, with a decade of experience with some of the most advanced trainings around trauma resolution, sexual liberation, and collective healing under her belt. She has a unique, mystical, and energetic approach to trauma healing + pleasure and a deep-rooted sense of the dark feminine path (a path of being and accepting, as opposed to a mental knowing and rejection).

Her work goes far beyond the typical somatic experiencing principles and enters into the nature and energetic or mystical realms of the unseen.



LINKS:

www.instagram.com/rachel.rae.halder

www.facebook.com/raehalder

www.raehalder.com 




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Navigating the dating world can feel awkward. Often, both men and women are filled with uncertainty, confusion, and sometimes heartache.



We live in an era dominated by digital communication and fleeting connections, making the quest for genuine intimacy and meaningful relationships challenging. 


Today, I host Kevin Chinn, a digital entrepreneur, problem solver, and dating coach who offers insight and powerful solutions to men grappling with the complexities of modern dating.


In this insightful episode, Kevin Chinn takes us through:

-His journey of growth, transformation, and learning to be a human being.

-Importance of basic social skills and the fundamentals of human interaction and emotional connection in today's dating landscape.

-How his interest in spirituality was sparked by his mother's battle with breast cancer.

-His early experiences with heavy, existential concepts and how they shaped his young mind

-The ways in which he overcame his struggles with depression, addiction, and anxiety.

-The practice of conscious dating, self-awareness, and understanding others to foster deeper connections.

-Insights into his various niches, all rooted in his desire to help people overcome challenges and grow.

And so much more!

Kevin Chinn is a Social Scientist × Modern Day "Hitch" - Dating Was Awkward, I Made It Simple.



Take the Masculinity Quiz: Find Out How Attractive You Are To Women: https://datescience.mykajabi.com/signup)

Follow on IG @date.science


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Understanding and integrating our shadows is crucial for achieving wholeness and authenticity.

Somatic practices hold the power to shift our shadow consciousness and transmute patterns and traumas into a vision of a larger truth.

In today’s informative podcast episode,  Maya Grythe takes us through:
-How yoga, astrology, meditation, and breathwork led her toward profound self-discovery and healing.
-Importance of shadow work: facing all aspects of oneself, including the darker and more challenging parts. 
-Addressing both external events and internal responses and experiences to achieve healing and growth.
-Importance of having effective tools, somatic healing practices, and a strong support system to navigate the complexities of shadow work.
-The significance of effective tools, somatic healing practices, and a strong support system.
-Acknowledging and confronting survival strategies developed in childhood for self-awareness and transformation.
-The profound impact of shadow work in reshaping one's inner landscape for personal evolution and healing.
-Her passion for guiding others on what spirituality truly is and what being human is really about.

And so much more!

Maja is an intuitive, a shadow worker, and a healer. Through the power of astrology, shadow work, and her intuitive abilities, she guides people on their journeys toward authenticity, transformation, and healing. Through Astrology and Shadow work, she helps people connect to their true purpose and reclaim their personal power and magic.

Maja is also a yoga- and meditation teacher and has studied, practiced, and taught embodiment and somatic healing for over a decade. In addition she has delved into the subject of trauma healing over the past five years, and believes that true healing can only happen when we find the link between the body, the psyche and the spiritual.

Her teaching and coaching are both intuitive as well as trauma-informed.
“The human being is a powerful being, much more so than we usually give ourselves credit for. If we dare to look beneath the surface of our personalities, there is so much potential, magic, and power to be found. We just need to be willing and curious and add a little bit of courage.”—Maja Grythe.

The quote I mentioned in the episode: “The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek” - Joseph Campbell

Maja offers readings and coaching. You can find her information here:
Instagram: @itsmagicbymaja @majagrythe

Work with Maja: https://stan.store/itsmagicbymaja

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If you're an entrepreneur striving for greatness in a fast-paced world, finding balance and success becomes paramount. Traditional methods may offer temporary relief, but what if there's a more profound way to achieve lasting transformation? 

Stay tuned as we explore why the innovative fusion of neuroscience, bodywork, and natural remedies is transforming the lives of go-getters, keeping them grounded and focused on their goals. 

In this episode, I’m joined by the insightful, licensed therapist and nervous system coach Marie Benoit. She takes us through:

-The importance of somatic healing and establishing the groundwork for generational wealth.

-Approaching life as an adventure and embracing challenges with enthusiasm.

-The distinction between cognitive behavioral therapy and a somatic approach. 

-The importance of going into the body and uncovering unconscious patterns.

-The potency of somatic work in addressing intergenerational trauma.

-The concept of internal family systems (IFS) and how it helps in deep healing and exploration.

-Her use of micro-dosing and psychedelics in her work.


And so much more!

Marie Benoit, a licensed Clinical Social Worker and Nervous System Coach, is dedicated to empowering ADHD entrepreneurs through a transformative journey. Her expertise lies in a holistic fusion of neuroscience, somatic parts work, and plant medicine, cultivating adaptive resilience in her clients.

In a unique role that bridges the gap between conventional business coaching and therapy, Marie provides a tailored approach for her clients. This approach not only enables them to build generational wealth but also ensures alignment with their passions. By steering clear of burnout on their entrepreneurial journey, clients under Marie's guidance embark on a path toward richer lives, fostering happier relationships.

Marie's vision extends beyond individual success. She believes in experiencing the soul of the world, utilizing wealth to help others, and creating lasting legacies. Her mission is to guide entrepreneurs in achieving success while maintaining a holistic balance that contributes to both personal and societal well-being.

Website: thesomatic.ceo
Instagram: @thesomaticceo


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