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Body Wisdom Rising

Alyssa Stefanson•www.buzzsprout.com

🌿 Body Wisdom Rising

A podcast for the path of remembrance, regulation, and reclamation.


Hosted by holistic recovery mentor and somatic practitioner Alyssa Stefanson, Body Wisdom Rising is a space for those walking the wild edge of healing — where science meets soul, and where we remember that our bodies were never the problem, they were the compass.


This show weaves together the latest insights in nervous system science, trauma-informed care, addiction recovery, and somatic practice, alongside conversations on rewilding, earth-based ritual, and ancestral reconnection.


You’ll hear from leading experts, embodied practitioners, and those with lived experience — people who carry hard-won wisdom from the depths of their own healing journeys.


Together, we explore what it means to recover, to remember, and to rise — not through systems of control, but through deeper connection to body, land, spirit, and community.


If you’re on a path of recovery, reclamation, or awakening…

If you’re ready to rise — rooted, regulated, and radically in tune with your own body wisdom — this space is for you.


IG: @wildfemininerising

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Episodes

The New Human Approach: Dr. Kevin Preston on Heart-Centered Healing and Transformative Events

Dr. Kevin Preston shares his heart-centered approach to healing that recognizes we are complex beings with physical, spiritual, emotional, and energetic dimensions. His New Human events create powerful community spaces where people experience profound healing through collective energy and authentic connection. • Transitioning from a clinical practice to focusing more on community and group healing work • Navigating through the discomfort of rapid transformation and change • The importance of sim...

Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 4 min

You Are The Medicine: Catalyzing Your Awakening With Dr. Jesse Hanson

Transformative healing unfolds through authentic experiences and profound self-discovery. This conversation with Dr. Jesse Hanson demonstrates the power within all of us to awaken our true selves. - Introduction to Dr. Jesse Hanson and his background in clinical psychology - The significance of somatic healing and its impact on personal trauma - Personal stories of awakening and the role of support systems - Exploration of plant sacraments and their unique place in healing - The balance between ...

Mar 05, 2025•54 min

From Anxiety to Empowerment: Casey Riley's Breathwork Path

After losing her job, Casey Riley, a dedicated somatic breathwork practitioner from Phoenix, Arizona, found herself unexpectedly pulled into a world that would transform her life. Casey's journey into breathwork began with uncertainty but quickly became a powerful tool for overcoming anxiety and panic attacks. Through her story, you’ll learn why so many people are turning to breathwork as a gentle yet effective method for stress relief, trauma release, and personal healing. Discover the profound...

Feb 17, 2025•46 min

Rituals and the Power of Ancestral Connection

Unlock the secrets of ancestral healing and transform your life by understanding how intergenerational trauma shapes our present challenges. What if over half of your struggles are rooted in the experiences of your ancestors? Today, we delve into the fascinating world of ancestral healing work, exploring how inherited family trauma influences dysfunctional relationships, addictions, and chronic health issues. Discover how positive traits like longevity and abundance are passed down through gener...

Dec 18, 2024•19 min

The Healer’s Circle Series: Energy Healing, Cord Cutting and Spiritual Awakenings With Sarah Irwin

Sarah Irwin is a gifted medical intuitive, blending a lifetime of deep intuitive insight with over a decade of nursing experience. This unique combination of skills enhances her ability to perceive and address underlying health issues, guiding clients towards up levelling their body & energy into 5D consciousness and overall optimal performance & wellness. What if your journey to self-discovery could transform not only your own life but also those of seven generations before and after yo...

Nov 28, 2024•55 min

Pluto Entering Aquarius & Energy Update for 2025 With Jaclyn The Astrologer Babe

Curious about how the stars might influence world events in 2025? Astrologer Babe Jaclyn joins us to unravel the mysteries of the cosmos and share what's written in the celestial script for the coming year. With the dramatic shift of Pluto into Aquarius, we're on the brink of a revolutionary period poised to reshape societal structures globally, including the US elections. Jaclyn provides an insightful exploration of Pluto's transformative qualities, marking March 2025 as a month of significant ...

Nov 06, 2024•39 min

Embracing Feminine Marketing with Heart with Nyk Danu

Are you ready to redefine your yoga journey? Join Alysa as she chats with the inspiring Nyk Danu, a certified yoga therapist who has carved a niche for misfits, rebels, and introverts in the yoga community. Nyk’s unexpected journey into yoga, sparked by a friend's invitation, led her to question the stereotypes surrounding mainstream yoga circles. Her passion for creating an inclusive space is fueled by her love for punk rock and a desire to resonate with those who often feel out of place. Disco...

Oct 16, 2024•59 min

The Healer's Circle Series: Aligning Business Success with Human Design and Cycle Alignment With Hannah

This is the first episode of the Healer's Circle Series! Hannah joins Alyssa to discuss Human Design and Cycle Alignment in career and business. As an expert in these fields and a somatic breathwork practitioner, Hannah brings a wealth of knowledge and personal stories that resonate with our community. We promise you’ll gain valuable insights into how these tools can transform your life and business, as well as learn the differences between Manifestors and Manifesting Generators, and how to effe...

Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 1 min

Eclipses, Inner Healing, and Celibacy

In this episode, we discuss eclipses, new beginnings, holistic approaches to healing, the importance of personal responsibility, somatic therapy, and spirituality. We cover topics like inner child work, reparenting yourself, and the need to keep up inner work even when things are going well. You’ll learn how to balance taking charge of your healing with being kind to yourself. We also explore the power of giving without expecting anything in return and the importance of spiritual surrender. This...

Sep 24, 2024•26 min

Episode 60: Navigating New Relationships in Business and Love

In this episode, we sit down with Katie Grimes, a business coach with deep roots in relationship coaching, to uncover the fascinating link between attachment styles and business success. Katie and I share our personal experiences and talk about how recognizing and managing anxious attachment traits like people-pleasing and over-communication can significantly enhance professional interactions. We offer practical strategies for addressing these feelings and emphasize the importance of self-awaren...

Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 1 min

Episode 59: Rapid Rewire: Transforming Limitation into Liberation with Stephanie Kwong

Stephanie Kwong has spent over 14 years in the personal development industry, having trained and worked as a Subconscious Rewiring Coach. She’s now serving her divine calling as the Co-Founder/CEO of the Rapid Rewire Method. She’s deeply obsessed with the Rapid Rewire Method tools, which are groundbreaking and radically effective mental-emotional and spiritual processes that guarantee rapid integrative healing, change and transformation–and it’s her mission to show the world why these tools are ...

Sep 09, 2024•50 min

Episode 58: From Addiction To Purpose With Chaz Bademan

Chaz Bademan is the founder of AXC Creative, where he partners with creative entrepreneurs and coaches to elevate their brands through video, digital marketing systems, and community building. With over a decade in tech and 15+ years in the creative industry, Chaz is passionate about using his creative vision, tech tools, and business strategy to amplify his clients’ impact. He has been free of all mind and mood-altering substances since February 2017 and has been deeply involved in spiritual an...

Aug 07, 2024•1 hr 3 min

Episode 57: Plant Medicines, Psychedelics, Breath-work and Spiritual Awakenings With Kelly DeBrocke

We are thrilled to share this episode with you where we dive deep into the world of plant medicines, psychedelics, and spiritual awakenings. In this episode, Kelly DeBrocke and Alyssa explore the transformative power of somatic breathwork, the nuances of different psychedelics, and the importance of integration in healing journeys. They discuss the profound experiences of facing fears, exploring intergenerational trauma, and the concept of entity attachments in plant medicine ceremonies. If you'...

Jul 08, 2024•55 min

Episode 56: Unlocking Your Human Design To Navigate Relationships And Personal Growth With Temple Stehle

Temple Stehle is an intuitive, holistic coach, mind-body practitioner, and expert in human design. With a background in naturopathy, Temple guides and helps individuals in personal development and relationships. She uses her knowledge of human design to provide insights and motivation to her clients, helping them reach their highest potential. Temple's expertise lies in understanding and interpreting human design charts to provide guidance and support to her clients. Episode Summary: In this epi...

May 27, 2024•1 hr 4 min

Episode 55: Finding Joy After Child Loss With Shauna Dukes

Shawna Dukes has turned unimaginable loss into a powerful force for healing and transformation. After losing her three-year-old son Trucker to cancer in 2017, Shawna embarked on a journey of self-discovery and healing that led her to embrace her grief as a form of love. Today, she is a best-selling author, certified life coach, nutritional therapy practitioner, and host of the Not Your Average Grief Podcast. Shawna is also the founder of the Holistic Grief Academy, a private coaching Academy for...

May 13, 2024•51 min

Episode 54: Discover Your Why and Tap into the Power of Purpose To Create Your Online Empire With Alex Davis

At just 20 years old, Alex Davis is a four-time published author and entrepreneur, guiding social media marketing agencies in booking their first clients. Alex hosts the Finally Read To Grow Podcast featuring interviews with industry giants like Brad Lea, Mike Ciorrocco, and other top names in the business world. Alex's IG: @alexanderkdavis Alex's Website: www.thefirstclient.com Follow Alyssa on IG: @thealyssastefanson Alyssa's IG: @thealyssastefanson Join The Body Wisdom Academy Grab Alyssa's n...

May 06, 2024•50 min

Episode 53: Why We Love The Way We Do; Attachment Theory Explained

In this episode Alyssa joins Alex Davis on The Finally Ready To Grow Podcast to explore the intricacies of love and attachment. They delve into attachment theory, discussing how our nervous system and attachment system are interconnected. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of why we love the way we do, and discover how to heal insecure attachment in order to transition into secure attachment. Alyssa's IG: @thealyssastefanson Alex's IG: @alexanderkdavis Alyssa's IG: @thealyssastefanson Join T...

Apr 24, 2024•56 min•Ep. 53

Episode 52: Conscious Capitalism, Heart-Led Leadership, and Freedom From The Matrix

In this episode Sarah Swain, a 7-figure entrepreneur and founder of Monetize Your Mind™ which is a business coaching community of heart-led entrepreneurs joins Alyssa to share her profound awakening in 2021, which changed the trajectory of her life and how she did business. Sarah now helps others create wealth, lead with their hearts and achieve personal freedom from the matrix. IG: iamsarahswain Websites: www.sarahswain.ca www.monetizeyourmind.ca Alyssa's IG: @thealyssastefanson Join The Body W...

Apr 12, 2024•1 hr 1 min

Episode 50: Embodied Healing; Exploring Somatic Work, Polyvagal Theory, Attachment Theory and Parts Work

In this episode, Alyssa dives deep into the realm of embodied healing, somatic work, Polyvagal theory, attachment theory, and parts work. Alyssa explores the intricate dance between our bodies, nervous systems, relationships, and inner selves. Discover how these powerful modalities can guide us on a path towards healing, resilience, and wholeness. Key Points: 1. Somatic Work: Understanding the profound impact of trauma on our bodies and the importance of releasing it from our nervous system. 2. ...

Mar 22, 2024•54 min

Episode 49: Heal Your Heart & Awaken Your Life's Purpose With BC Serna

BC Serna has over 15 years of experience as a purpose mentor, BC has traveled to over 80 countries, working with individuals, companies, and non-profit organizations to help them heal trauma, discover their purpose, and lead from the heart. He is an online creator who inspired many in growth mindset, personal development, and healing. He. is the founder of Pursing Purpose a community of retreats and online masterminds helping you heal your heart, discover your purpose, and find your tribe. BC's ...

Mar 12, 2024•36 min

Episode 48: Healing Pathways & Doing "The Work": Healing Relationship Patterns and Core Wounds

In this episode Shaun and Alyssa discussing their healing journeys: Shaun and Alyssa open up about their personal healing journeys, sharing what has worked and what hasn't worked for them. They discuss their experiences with healing relationship patterns, overcoming addiction, and self-sabotage. Shaun and Alyssa highlight the importance of self-reflection, therapy, and support systems in their healing processes. They talk about the challenges they faced in addressing deep-rooted issues and the b...

Mar 03, 2024•49 min

Episode 47: Shadow work 101

Welcome back to another episode! This is a solosode episode where Alyssa dives into working with the shadow! Shadow work, based on the teachings of Carl Jung, involves exploring the darker aspects of our personality that we may have repressed or denied. By shining a light on these shadow elements, we can integrate them into our conscious awareness and experience profound personal growth and self-discovery. Alyssa's IG: @thealyssastefanson Alyssa's IG: @thealyssastefanson Join The Body Wisdom Aca...

Feb 26, 2024•23 min

Episode 43: Alcohol Addiction & Sobriety

Car crashes, drunk tanks, and self-destruction, in this compelling episode, join Alyssa and Shaun as they open up about personal struggles with alcohol addiction, sharing candid reflections on their lowest points. Together, they navigate the challenging yet transformative journey to sobriety, discussing the methods that empowered them to break free from the grip of alcohol. Tune in for raw honesty, resilience, and insights that could inspire anyone to rise above alcohol abuse. IG: @thealyssastef...

Feb 08, 2024•1 hr 8 min

Episode 42: Hot Topics Series On Unpacking Trauma

Episode Highlights: Trauma, right & left approach, healing modalities Summary: On this week's edition of Hot Topics, Alyssa and Kaylor dive into: The far right and far left appraches to trauma Making a conscious effort to heal from trauma Understanding how we experience trauma and how it's stored in our body Different modalieties in dealing with trauma Dr. Gabor Mate and Jordan Peterson comparison Alyssa's IG: @thealyssastefanson Kaylor's IG: @thekaylorbetts Alyssa's IG: @thealyssastefanson ...

Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 8 min

Episode 41: Awakening To The Spiritual Traps With Shaun Zimmer

In this episode, Shaun and Alyssa Stefanson delve into their spiritual journeys, exploring awakening catalysts, ego battles, fulfilling higher callings, encounters with occult forces, addressing spiritual bypassing, navigating the intricacies of the matrix, and common spiritual traps. Alyssa's IG: @thealyssastefanson Shaun's IG: @shaunjzimmer Alyssa's IG: @thealyssastefanson Join The Body Wisdom Academy Grab Alyssa's new course Freedom From Toxic Relationships for only $57 Book A Free 1:1 Consul...

Jan 31, 2024•55 min

Episode 40: Discover The Magic Of Your Menstrual Cycle

Welcome back to another episode! This one is a solosode on a topic that so many of you have been requesting! Alyssa dives into working with the wild power encoded within women's bodies: their menstrual cycle. Episode summary: The sacred bond between women and the moon cycles Building somatic awareness around your cycle. Red tent ceremonies as an initiation into womanhood. Journaling and tracking your cycle. Working with the optimum times of your cycle for increased productivity. The benefits of ...

Jan 20, 2024•28 min

Episode 35: Hot Topics Series Celibacy & Being Single On Purpose With Kaylor Betts

Episode Highlights: being single, celibate, toxic relationships, relationship reset, healthy relationships, healing through relationship Summary: Welcome to another edition of Hot Topics where Kaylor and Alyssa jam on relationships which include: Why Alyssa chose a path of being single and celibate for the last several years Finding a balance of being independent and having connection and security through relationships Relationship reset-finding love and security within and being open to friends...

Nov 02, 2023•37 min

Episode 34 Hot Topics Series: Dating Apps, Relationships & Single Life With Kaylor Betts

Episode Highlights: Bad days, dating apps, relationships On today’s episode, Kaylor and Alyssa dive into: “Messy days” and not resisting them and having the human experience to just to move through your emotions Last week’s episode on 11:11 and what has happened since Kaylor and Alyssa’s thoughts on dating apps and how they can be used in a healthy and negative way The intensity of new relationships and the importance of keeping the attraction alive after it has faded If you enjoyed the episode,...

Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 11 min

Episode 33: Reconnect, Release, and Repattern Using The Power Of Your Breath With Steven Jaggers

Welcome back to another episode! I am thrilled to share this powerful conversation I had with Steven Jaggers, the founder of SomatIQ Breathwork who has made a massive impact in my own life. SomatIQ Breathwork is new modality designed to help get you out of your thinking mind into your body's electrical network, it is a nervous system reset. Steven has a backround in teaching Kinesiology, Anatomy, Somatic Therapies and is a Neuromuscular Therapist Work with Steven and SomatIQ Breathwork here: htt...

Oct 01, 2023•1 hr 2 min

Episode 30: Mastering Adversity With Lance Essihos

Lance Essihos is the host of the University of Adversity Podcast , which has ranked Top 50 on iTunes Worldwise and #5 in Entrepreneur Magazine's Top 20 Podcasts That Will Help You Grow in 2020 list, as well as top 21 podcasts to expand your mind in 2021 in business insider magazine. After a whirlwind of major obstacles, Lance has pivoted his mindset to view adversity as a necessary ally to fulfillment and personal development. Lance now works to foster unity in allying adversity through his podc...

May 18, 2023•1 hr 20 min
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