EMBODY with Michelle Major

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EMBODY explores real-life issues that cause stress, pain & trauma and how we can recover, repair and thrive through the challenges in our life.  Welcome to the conversation!EMBODY is hosted by, Michelle Major, who is passionate about breaking the stigma attached to women's mental health and wellbeing through a trauma-informed lens. Michelle founded The Sunshine Project in 2012 after a lengthy career in leadership roles within the financial services industry.For almost 12-years, Michelle, has supported clients and groups with emotional resilience, stress management and emotional wellbeing.Michelle is a Somatic Experiencing Trauma Practitioner, Senior Accredited NLP Practitioner, Somatic Educator and Trainer, specialising in stress, pain & trauma.  Michelle is a Professional Member of: ANLP – Association of Neuro Linguistic Programming Practitioners (Gold Standard)IPMH International Accredited Training ProviderAccredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists & Hypnotherapists (Senior Member)Somatic Experiencing® International  When Michelle isn't working, you'll find her on the beach somewhere on the North Coast of Northern Ireland where she lives with her 8-year old son.

  1. 03/18/2024

    Announcement - Pressing Pause

    Michelle is pressing pause on the podcast for a short time due to work commitments and an important work project that needs a final push to get over the line! Please remember to like & subscribe so you don't miss the episodes when we return in a couple of months time. We look forward to sharing the next stage of our journey with you all very soon. Thanks for all your continued support.  Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook or Instagram. If you'd like to explore how my Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy can support you, please get in touch to book a free consultation. Registration has now opened for our trauma-informed Certified Laughter Yoga Leader training in March. Click here to learn more and register. Warmly, Michelle xx

  2. 03/11/2024

    S4; Ep 10: Changing Cycles with Joanne Callan

    In this episode, Michelle, is joined by Joanne Callan.  Joanne is a Holistic Therapist and Well Being Coach and a Relax Kids Coach in 2020 Joanne founded Changing Cycles a Social Enterprise that is focused on “creating a world where the cyclical nature of women is understood, integrated and respected throughout our society.” We chat about: The cyclical nature of the female bodySocial norms V's biological normsHow our culture shapes how we view our bodyThe healing nature of cycles Reducing shame & stigmaThe link between self-care and cycles The wellness world and patriarchy You can contact Joanne on one of her social media platforms: https://www.instagram.com/try.thealternative?igsh=bnNpdmdrYzM0c2Q4&utm_source=qr https://www.instagram.com/try.thealternative?igsh=bnNpdmdrYzM0c2Q4&utm_source=qr https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanne-callan-195a3623?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app https://www.facebook.com/trythealternative https://www.facebook.com/changingcyclescommunity Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook or Instagram. If you'd like to explore how my Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy can support you, please get in touch to book a free consultation. Registration has now opened for our trauma-informed Certified Laughter Yoga Leader training in March. Click here to learn more and register. Warmly, Michelle xx

  3. 03/04/2024

    S4, Ep9: The problem with female empowerment culture

    In this weeks episode, Michelle, shares her views on the female empowerment culture we see played out on social media platforms. Michelle shares: Why the female empowerment culture is not trauma-informed The link between patriarchy, capitalism, and narcissismThe harm caused by the promotion of privilegeThe difference between cultural norms V's biological norms Why our nervous system hasn't evolved at the same rate as technology The focus on image V's what's on the inside Why we are more than a story and narrative The power and agency of shifting the focus to our skills, qualifications, trainings & professional practice How to integrate an embodied lens into female empowerment How our nervous system influences what we share and how we share itWe must work together to create a new culture, a new narrative, a new world. Be brave! Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook or Instagram. If you'd like to explore how my Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy can support you, please get in touch to book a free consultation. Registration has now opened for our trauma-informed Certified Laughter Yoga Leader training in March. Click here to learn more and register. Warmly, Michelle xx

  4. 02/27/2024

    S4, Ep8: Reflections on Prioritising

    On this weeks episode, Michelle, shares her reflections on prioritising commitments after a busy work schedule meant this weeks podcast was a day later than usual. Michelle shares:The importance of checking in with the body before forcing ourselves to power through in order to please other peopleExtra commitments mean extra choices and optionsHow to discern between these choices and options Why our culture and society encourage us to power through and push throughWhen fear of lettin...

  5. 02/19/2024

    S4, Ep 7: Men in the Arena - mental health, vulnerability & healing with Matt & Mike

    On this weeks episode, Michelle, is joined my Matt Kovatchis & Mike David.  Matt and David are co-hosts of 'Men in the Arena' Podcast and are based across the pond in Chicago. We chat about: Mens mental healthThe healing process Sexuality The true meaning of successToxic masculinityBecoming more connected and authentic Discerning what to share publicly  Cancel cultureSupport in crisis Resources: You can listen to their podcast here. You can follow them on Instagram: www.instagram.com/menintheareana_ Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook or Instagram. If you'd like to explore how my Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy can support you, please get in touch to book a free consultation. Registration has now opened for our trauma-informed Certified Laughter Yoga Leader training in March. Click here to learn more and register. Warmly, Michelle xx

  6. 02/12/2024

    S4, Ep6: Self-love, toxic positivity & spiritual bypassing

    In this episode, Michelle, shares her views on self-love in a culture that promotes toxic positivity and spiritual bypassing.   When we are operating from an ego perspective acts of self-love can actually lead us to display traits of narcissism.   Michelle shares: The difference between ego self-love and genuine self-loveAlternative language for self-love  Self-love and the nervous systemSelf-love in our culture and society Privilege and self-loveA trauma-informed practice perspective of self-love Why toxic positivity and spiritual bypassing are coping strategies for traumaInviting more  curiosity & compassion into your lifeSupport the show Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook or Instagram. If you'd like to explore how my Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy can support you, please get in touch to book a free consultation. Registration has now opened for our trauma-informed Certified Laughter Yoga Leader training in March. Click here to learn more and register. Warmly, Michelle xx

  7. 02/05/2024

    S4, Ep 5: Spirituality, becoming a vegetarian and eating meat again after 17-years!

    In this episode, Michelle, shares how her spiritual journey lead her to becoming a strict vegetarian in 2005.  For 17-years, Michelle, refrained from eating any fish, chicken or meat.  Then, after discovering somatics and becoming more connected to her own body, Michelle, for the first time in almost two decades, began to get cravings for meat again. Michelle shares: What motivated and influenced her decision to become a vegetarian in 2005Why vegetarianism is promoted and encouraged in the spiritual and wellness worldThe nuance of the nervous system and a trauma-informed practice  What influenced the decision to eat meat again after almost two decades of vegetarianism Titration and the bodyThe power of listening to our body without judgement  Disclaimer: Please note this is Michelle's lived experience and is no way encouraging anyone into any type of eating choice.  As a Somatic Experiencing Trauma Practitioner Michelle is pro-choice and believes that we all have the innate capacity to tune into our own body and notice what is best for us.  Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook or Instagram. If you'd like to explore how my Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy can support you, please get in touch to book a free consultation. Registration has now opened for our trauma-informed Certified Laughter Yoga Leader training in March. Click here to learn more and register. Warmly, Michelle xx

  8. 01/29/2024

    S4, Ep 4: The Universal Language of Music with Louise Kelly

    In this episode, Michelle, is joined by Music Therapist, Louise Kelly.   Louise is also a single mum to a wonderful 17-year old son. Louise is a highly experienced Music Therapist with 24 years experience working as a HCPC Registered Music Therapist, 17 of those devoted to children and young people specifically.  Louise is passionate about sharing a “whole body” approach to mental health and wellbeing. This passion has led to an exciting collaboration with fellow Music Therapist Karen Diamond and the creation of Resilient Rhythms. To date Resilient Rhythms has reached over 3000 children and young people throughout Ireland and is expanding to training and equipping staff to use some of our activities and techniques within the classroom. I am adamant in my belief that early intervention is key to equipping children with the tools they need to understand and regulate their own mental and physical health. We chat about: What inspired Louise to become a Music Therapist The excitement and freedom of being in a band and going on tourLouise's passion for supporting children and young peopleThe benefits of music The development of Resilient Rhythms The challenges with funding Why we need our government to get back to Stormont  We have a good laugh throughout this conversation and Louise very generously shares some of the tools and techniques she shares in her Resilient Rhythms programme. You can learn more about Louise's work at: https://resilientrhythms.co.uk/ Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook or Instagram. If you'd like to explore how my Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy can support you, please get in touch to book a free consultation. Registration has now opened for our trauma-informed Certified Laughter Yoga Leader training in March. Click here to learn more and register. Warmly, Michelle xx

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EMBODY explores real-life issues that cause stress, pain & trauma and how we can recover, repair and thrive through the challenges in our life.  Welcome to the conversation!EMBODY is hosted by, Michelle Major, who is passionate about breaking the stigma attached to women's mental health and wellbeing through a trauma-informed lens. Michelle founded The Sunshine Project in 2012 after a lengthy career in leadership roles within the financial services industry.For almost 12-years, Michelle, has supported clients and groups with emotional resilience, stress management and emotional wellbeing.Michelle is a Somatic Experiencing Trauma Practitioner, Senior Accredited NLP Practitioner, Somatic Educator and Trainer, specialising in stress, pain & trauma.  Michelle is a Professional Member of: ANLP – Association of Neuro Linguistic Programming Practitioners (Gold Standard)IPMH International Accredited Training ProviderAccredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists & Hypnotherapists (Senior Member)Somatic Experiencing® International  When Michelle isn't working, you'll find her on the beach somewhere on the North Coast of Northern Ireland where she lives with her 8-year old son.

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  • Creator
    Michelle Major
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    44
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    © 2026 EMBODY with Michelle Major
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