Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya

Aimee Takaya
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Stories of Somatic Awakening and HOW-TO Live From The Inside Out! Have you ever noticed that your body communicates with you in many different ways? Perhaps through tension, pain, emotions and subtle sensations? Meet Aimee Takaya, a Certified Hanna Somatic Educator and expert in the field of Somatics, Chronic Pain, Movement Therapies and Soulful Transformation. Join the conversation as she and her guests explore the powerful ways you can work with your body to become more whole, connected and free so you can experience success from within. NEW EPISODES EVERYTHING THURSDAY @ 11 am PST

  1. 5d ago

    The Sacred Pause: Navigating Grief with Jennifer Kubik

    What if your body's pain is actually unprocessed grief asking to be felt? Today, Aimee welcomes Jennifer Kubik—founder of Sacred Pause—to explore the deep connection between grief, the body, and healing.  Jennifer shares her personal journey of losing her two-year-old daughter 18 years ago, and how suppressing that grief led to years of chronic illness, disconnection, and losing herself. Now, she holds space for others to do what she couldn't do alone: feel, process, and move through grief with community, compassion, and radical acceptance.  Jennifer takes us through: How unprocessed grief manifests as physical illness and chronic tension Why community and being witnessed are essential for healing The "in-between" space of grief and why it's okay to not know where you're going How grief work is a deeply somatic, body-based process Why holding space for others' grief is more powerful than trying to fix it And so much more! Guest Bio: Jennifer is the creator of Sacred Pause, a space devoted to supporting others through grief, healing, and life’s in-between moments. After the death of her daughter and navigating profound personal losses afterward, she finally said enough is enough and began searching for ways to come back to herself. Through her own healing journey, she felt called to create something that honors the messy, nonlinear process of becoming.   Through Sacred Pause, she offers a grounded, heart-centered presence where people can reconnect with themselves, feel seen, and begin again—without pressure, timelines, or expectations. The biggest takeaway from her journey was that no one should have to navigate grief alone. And that is the center of her mission.  Connect with Jennifer: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CJzy76yhC/   Email: SacredPause.grief@gmail.com  Website: https://sacredpausegrief.com/  Connect with Aimee: Instagram: @aimeetakaya  Facebook: Aimee Takaya  Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ https://www.freeyoursoma.com/

    The Sacred Pause: Navigating Grief with Jennifer Kubik

  2. Aug 27

    Surgery Is a Portal with Aimee Takaya

    Aimee gets radically honest about what it means to slow down when your whole identity is built on pushing through.  She shares the real story behind her congenital hip dysplasia diagnosis, the emotional excavation surgery has triggered, and why she believes this year of pain and transformation is actually a portal into deeper grace.  It’s an honest look at weight gain, insecurity, intimacy, financial stress, and what it means to choose to feel.  Aimee takes us through: The hurricane card–an oracle card pull months before diagnosis Her life with undiagnosed severe hip dysplasia Why somatic work makes old patterns feel sharper before they resolve How her Aries intensity collides with a year that demands radical rest How surrendering control in intimacy became an unexpected gift The power of slowing down and feeling instead of bypassing Reframing physical crisis as an invitation into deeper grace and self-understanding And so much more! Connect with Aimee: Instagram: @aimeetakaya  Facebook: Aimee Takaya  Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ https://www.freeyoursoma.com/

    Surgery Is a Portal with Aimee Takaya

  3. Aug 21

    Awakening and the Pain Portal with Allura Halliwell

    What if the pain you've been avoiding is actually the doorway to your deepest liberation? Aimee welcomes Allura Halliwell—a consciousness mentor and transformational guide—to explore facing core wounds, releasing stored trauma, and stepping out of survival loops by going through the "pain portal" in the body.  Allura takes us through: Why your deepest pain holds the keys to your expansion How to identify the unconscious loops keeping you stuck The connection between stored trauma and limiting beliefs How shifting your internal template transforms your relationships Why more people are awakening and reorienting their realities now And so much more! Guest Bio: Allura Halliwell is a consciousness mentor and transformational guide whose radical awakening in 2018 catapulted her into a lifelong mission: helping others reconnect with the truth of who they are.  Formerly a stay-at-home mother of three, Allura's life changed forever after a spontaneous out-of-body experience at a meditation retreat left her seeing the energetic fabric of reality. The experience dissolved her former identity and birthed a new purpose—to guide others to profound reconnection, which she does now through her signature modality, The Consciousness Method™. Allura now helps spiritual seekers who feel "stuck" despite years of personal development, healing work, or spiritual practice. Her work sits in the pivotal space between internal healing and external creation—the "interface," as she calls it—teaching clients how to align with wide-spectrum consciousness to access sovereignty, clarity, and meaningful transformation in all areas of life. Connect with Allura: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allurahalliwell/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allurahalliwellcorewound/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allura_halliwell  Learn more about Allura: https://allurahalliwell.com/  Connect with Aimee: Instagram: @aimeetakaya  Facebook: Aimee Takaya  Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ https://www.freeyoursoma.com/

    Awakening and the Pain Portal with Allura Halliwell

  4. Aug 6

    Bridging Medical and Intuitive Health with Karen ZuZu

    What if the secret to lasting health isn't found in a pill bottle, but in reconnecting with real food, clean water, and your own emotional truth?  Karen "Zuzu" Unleashed—mother of twelve, wellness entrepreneur, and founder of Holistic Health Educators—joins Aimee to share four decades of hands-on healing wisdom.  This is a candid, no-holds-barred conversation that covers everything from detoxification and blood cell analysis to family forgiveness and the emotional roots of physical illness, revealing why true wellness requires both nutritional truth and radical self-acceptance.  Karen takes us through: Understanding minerals, vitamins, and amino acids as the literal building blocks of your body Why bioavailable nutrition comes from living sources, not synthetic supplements How everyday products, water, and food create hidden burdens on the body The connection between unprocessed feelings and physical symptoms Why affirmations alone can't replace true emotional release Why nervous system safety allows both healing and authentic emotional expression And so much more! Guest Bio: Karen “ZuZu” Ziemer Armes is a holistic health educator, author, and speaker known for her practical, science-backed approach to helping people restore and sustain vibrant health. After reversing her own epilepsy, scoliosis, and arthritis through holistic strategies, ZuZu has dedicated decades to empowering others to reclaim their health. She has presented more than 2,500 seminars, authored four health books, and guided thousands through transformative, action-oriented education. ZuZu is the co-founder and co-owner of Holistic Health Educators (HHE) and Lilly Fields Retreat Center, where she leads a global holistic health education platform serving over 45,000 wellness seekers worldwide. Her work focuses on gut and cellular healing, sustainable energy, and integrative longevity, blending lived experience with accessible science to inspire confidence, awareness, and lasting health transformation. Connect with Karen: Website: https://www.zuzuunleashed.com  Holistic Health Educators: https://www.holistichealtheducators.com  Lily Fields Retreat Center: https://lillyfieldscenter.comn  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zuzu_unleashed/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZuZuUnleashed  Connect with Aimee: Instagram: @aimeetakaya  Facebook: Aimee Takaya  Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ https://www.freeyoursoma.com/

    Bridging Medical and Intuitive Health with Karen ZuZu

  5. Jul 23

    Aligning Your Inner with Your Outer Life with Oliveyah Fisch

    What if the connection you're searching for begins by coming home to yourself?  In today’s episode, Aimee welcomes Oliveyah Fisch—bestselling author, master coach, and founder of the Be Human Medicine Community.  She shares her journey of creating safe containers where people can drop the performative mask and practice real intimacy, vulnerability, authentic community, and honest reflection.  Together, they explore why learning to be human medicine for ourselves and others is the essential skill set for navigating our increasingly uncertain world.  Oliveyah takes us through: Why true success requires integrating spiritual intelligence Why receiving is as important as giving  How to create and participate in safe containers for honest sharing Why community mirrors are essential for personal growth How to navigate triggers, projections, and discomfort in group settings And so much more! Guest Bio: Oliveyah Fisch is a bestselling author, master coach, and the founder of Be Human Medicine and the Spiritual Heartbeat Movement. With over 20 years of experience blending science, spirituality, and somatic wisdom, she empowers individuals and organizations to awaken their joy, embody their truth, and lead from love. Her new book, Spiritual Heartbeat, invites readers to integrate divine intelligence into daily life and live with clarity, power, and spiritual alignment.  Connect with Oliveyah Fisch: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliveyahfisch/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliveyahfisch/?hl=en  Website: https://www.oliveyahfisch.com/  Learn more about her Spiritual Heartbeat book: https://www.oliveyahfisch.com/spiritualheartbeat  Connect with Aimee: Instagram: @aimeetakaya  Facebook: Aimee Takaya  Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ https://www.freeyoursoma.com/

    Aligning Your Inner with Your Outer Life with Oliveyah Fisch

  6. Jul 9

    From Medical School to Self-Healing with Anna Finck

    What if your symptoms aren't the problem—but your body's way of asking to be heard? Aimee welcomes Anna Finck—a wellness architect who stepped away from medical school to heal her own body after being told she was "fine."  They explore Anna's journey through hormonal and digestive challenges, the connection between food and the nervous system, radical personal responsibility, and why true healing requires more than just managing symptoms.  Chelsea takes us through: Why symptoms are codes, not curses, from your body   How food can be both medicine and a source of healing reactions   Why a dysregulated nervous system makes you more susceptible to pathogens  How to distinguish between health-hindering and health-promoting foods  Why true healing requires going beyond managing symptoms   And so much more! Guest Bio: Anna (Ah-nah) Finck (Fee-nck) is a Wellness Architect and Lifestyle Designer pioneering a new path in holistic health. As the creator of Embodied Wellness, she blends science, spirituality, and personal growth into a transformative approach for body, mind, and soul.  After leaving medical school to heal from personal and family health challenges, Anna embarked on a deep, unconventional study of wellness—naturally reversing hormonal, digestive, and reproductive issues. She coined the term “Pre-Conception Era” to highlight the sacred phase before motherhood, helping women reconnect to their bodies, reclaim their health, and step fully into their power and potential. Connect with Anna Finck: Website: https://www.annafinck.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamannafinck  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamannafinck/  Anna’s Podcast: The Embodied Woman Podcast Connect with Aimee: Instagram: @aimeetakaya  Facebook: Aimee Takaya  Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ https://www.freeyoursoma.com/

    From Medical School to Self-Healing with Anna Finck

  7. Jun 18

    Common Myths About Somatic Healing with Chelsea Horton

    What if everything you thought you knew about somatic healing was wrong? Aimee welcomes Chelsea Horton—a board-certified dance and movement therapist, somatic coach, and founder of Healing Embodied—to debunk common myths about what it really means to "feel your feelings" and heal somatically.  From the misconception that healing requires dramatic catharsis to the oversimplification of nervous system regulation, Chelsea shares why true somatic work is a gentle, layered, and deeply personal journey—not a quick fix.  If you've ever felt frustrated or confused by the buzzwords around somatics, this episode will give you the clarity and context you need.   Chelsea takes us through: Why somatic healing isn't about getting rid of your feelings  The difference between regulation, capacity building, and trauma resolution  Why catharsis isn't the goal—and what actually works  How resistance is always the doorway to the real work  Why true safety comes from within, not from controlling your environment  And so much more! Guest Bio Chelsea Horton is a somatic coach, educator, and founder of Healing Embodied, where she trains wellness professionals and leaders to integrate somatics, creativity, and emotional healing into their work. With a master’s degree in Dance and Movement Therapy, she combines body-based practices, nervous system healing, and trauma-informed care to help people move beyond traditional talk therapy and fully process emotions in the body.  After burning out in community mental health, Chelsea built a business rooted in humanity over hustle, co-creating a thriving embodiment coaching program with her COO, Sarah, that teaches practitioners to lead with presence, intuition, and creativity. A published author and presenter at the UCLA Expressive Therapies Conference, her work explores anxiety, shame, religious trauma, inner child healing, and embodiment. Known for her humor and authenticity, she brings a grounded, playful perspective to healing—shaped by her life as a former worship leader turned pole dancer, improv enthusiast, and lifelong dinosaur lover. Connect with Chelsea: Website: https://www.healingembodied.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsea-horton/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chelseajoyhorton  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healing.embodied  Chelsea’s podcast: The Healing Embodied Podcast Connect with Aimee: Instagram: @aimeetakaya  Facebook: Aimee Takaya  Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ https://www.freeyoursoma.com/

    Common Myths About Somatic Healing with Chelsea Horton

  8. May 28

    Food as Trauma Recovery with Luis Mojica

    What if the food on your plate is silently driving your anxiety, depression, and stress—without you ever knowing it?  Aimee Takaya sits down with Luis Mojica, a somatic educator, certified holistic nutritionist, and author of the book Food Therapy: Conscious Eating to Navigate Anxiety, Stress, and Trauma.  Together, they explore the hidden link between what we eat and how our nervous system responds, revealing that food isn't just fuel or medicine—it's a powerful environmental force that can either amplify our trauma or help us heal it.   If you've ever felt trapped in cycles of emotional eating, orthorexia, or unexplained mood swings after meals, this episode will forever change how you see food.  Luis takes us through: Why food can trigger a fight-or-flight response just like a threatening event  The difference between stimulants, depressants, and balancing foods  Why "healthy eating" can actually worsen anxiety if your nervous system isn't ready  How food allergies can sometimes be trauma responses in disguise  A simple somatic practice to track tension and ask your body what it needs  And so much more!  Guest Bio Luis Mojica is a Somatic Educator, certified in Holistic Nutrition, and author of Food Therapy: Conscious Eating to Navigate Anxiety, Stress, and Trauma. With years of experience working at the intersection of trauma and healing, Luis has become a sought-after teacher and speaker in his field. He reaches thousands of students annually through his online courses and webinars, and hosts the Holistic Life Navigation Podcast.  Link to book page: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/the-book  Can be purchased wherever you buy your books [Amazon, Book Shop, and others] Connect with Luis Mojica Website: www.holisticlifenavigation.com  Podcast: www.holisticlifenavigation.com/podcast  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@holisticlifenavigation  Instagram: @holistic.life.navigation  Additional Resource: “Understanding How Your Diet Is Triggering Your Stress Response” [video] Connect with Aimee: Instagram: @aimeetakaya  Facebook: Aimee Takaya  Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

    Food as Trauma Recovery with Luis Mojica
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Stories of Somatic Awakening and HOW-TO Live From The Inside Out! Have you ever noticed that your body communicates with you in many different ways? Perhaps through tension, pain, emotions and subtle sensations? Meet Aimee Takaya, a Certified Hanna Somatic Educator and expert in the field of Somatics, Chronic Pain, Movement Therapies and Soulful Transformation. Join the conversation as she and her guests explore the powerful ways you can work with your body to become more whole, connected and free so you can experience success from within. NEW EPISODES EVERYTHING THURSDAY @ 11 am PST

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