Send us a text Reconnecting Through Gaelic Songs and Stories: A Journey with Lisa Dawn and Sìne McKenna In this weeks episode, Lisa welcomes Sìne McKenna, a Gaelic singer, storyteller, and wisdom keeper. They share a rich conversation about the power of Gaelic songs and storytelling in reconnecting with ancestral roots, joy, and cultural resilience. Sìne recounts her journey from her early exposure to Gaelic tradition to becoming a teacher and performer of Scottish Gaelic songs for over 35 years...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 77
Send us a text In today’s episode, I share what it’s been like to navigate a nonlinear healing journey. From breakdowns in hospital gowns to tender moments at home, from sitz baths and swelling to glimpses of joy—I reflect on the rawness, the resilience, and the love that has carried me through. This one’s for anyone in the middle of it. For those learning how to be in a body that’s still healing. For the caregivers holding it all. And for the sacred wisdom that emerges when we’re forced to slow...
Jun 11, 2025•17 min•Season 1Ep. 76
Send us a text I disappeared for three weeks. What I thought was a minor pulled muscle turned out to be a major medical emergency involving surgery, an at-home IV, and some of the most humbling, humanizing moments of my life. In this episode, I share the raw story of what happened—and what it taught me about healing, trauma, and the nervous system. We explore how physical injury and medical procedures can leave invisible imprints on the body… and why that matters in our relationships, too. You'l...
May 16, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 75
Send us a text Reclaiming The Wild Feminine: An Intimate Conversation with Siann Marie Pilkington In this empowering episode, Lisa Dawn introduces Sian Marie Pilkington, a radical birth guide, mother of four, and scholar of the sacred. Join them as they dive deep into Sian's journey from traditional doula to a transformative figure in the birthing community, her unique sensory awareness in birth, and her radical perspectives on motherhood, sexuality, and communal care. They explore themes of pri...
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 74
Send us a text Embracing Transformation: Jesse Bryant’s Journey Through Healing, Sound, and Community This episode features a rich conversation between Lisa Dawn and sound alchemist Jesse Bryant. The discussion kicks off with a reflective Buddhist parable about the temporality of life, setting the tone for their deep and insightful conversation. Jesse shares his transformational journey through chronic pain, the healing power of sound therapy, and the importance of intentional living. They explo...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 52 min•Season 1Ep. 73
Send us a text Unlocking the Healing Power of Sound: A Deep Dive with Matthew Kocel In this episode, host Lisa Dawn welcomes Matthew Kocel, renowned throat singer and transformational facilitator. The conversation traces Matthew's extraordinary journey from a spiritually desolate youth to becoming a beloved leader in the global sound healing movement. Detailing pivotal moments in his life, including spiritual awakenings and encounters with Tibetan monks, the dialogue highlights how he discovered...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Send us a text Building Emotional Safety in Relationships: Compatibility Tests & Internal Security In this episode, Lisa discusses the concept of emotional safety within relationships and offers practical tips to assess partner compatibility early on. She introduces simple, revealing tests like the 'cold and flu test,' 'stress test,' and 'road trip test' to help identify supportive and present partners. Lisa also emphasizes the importance of internal emotional safety, sharing techniques for ...
Apr 03, 2025•15 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Send us a text In this week's episode, Lisa Don delves into the challenges of setting boundaries and maintaining healthy relationships, especially when dealing with attachment wounds. She explores the difference between intellectual knowledge and embodied experiences, discussing how our nervous systems are wired for survival rather than fulfillment. Lisa offers insights on how to identify and heal from anxious, avoidant, and disorganized attachment styles through embodied practices. She shares p...
Mar 27, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Send us a text The Journey of Personal Style and Creative Entrepreneurship with Brittney Peters In this episode Lisa and Brittney explores the expansive nature of personal style with textile artist, designer, and owner of Flopsy Life, Brittney Peters. Brittney shares her inspiring journey from the early days of creative entrepreneurship to becoming a mother, highlighting the integral role of alignment, intuition, and vulnerability in her work. The conversation delves into the emotional significa...
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Send us a text A Simple Somatic Practice In this episode, Lisa Dawn introduces a straightforward somatic practice focused on settling and stabilization. Lisa guides listeners through a five to seven-minute exercise designed to slow down, tune into the body, and find support in the present moment. By gently scanning the body, noticing sensations, and making necessary adjustments, this practice aims to shift the nervous system from anxiety or tension to a state of ease and relaxation. Lisa emphasi...
Mar 13, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Send us a text The Power of Eye Contact: Connection, Healing, and Self-Discovery. In this episode Lisa Dawn explores the profound impact of eye contact on relationships, connection, and nervous system health. She shares personal experiences of overcoming difficulties with eye contact and provides insight into how somatic and attachment psychology can help transform deeply ingrained survival strategies. Lisa discusses the interconnectedness of the eyes, jaw, and pelvis, and offers practical exerc...
Mar 06, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 67
Send us a text The Connection Between Jiu Jitsu, Somatic Healing, and Nervous System Regulation In this episode, Lisa Dawn dives into the intriguing relationship between jiu jitsu, somatic healing, and how our nervous systems handle high-pressure situations. Lisa recounts her husband Tim's experience during his first jiu jitsu tournament, highlighting the unexpected ways his body reacted despite feeling prepared. She thoroughly explains the stages of nervous system activation and regulation, and...
Feb 27, 2025•22 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Send us a text Exploring Coherence: The Key to Somatic Healing and Presence Lisa Dawn explores the concept of coherence and its importance for healing and well-being. She talks about how coherence involves noticing what is working within us, the harmony between different systems in the body, and how these observations contribute to our overall health. Lisa also shares her personal journey of moving from being overstimulated and fearful in social situations to finding balance and capacity through...
Feb 20, 2025•21 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Send us a text Unlocking the Wisdom of Dreams: A Somatic Approach In this episode of 'Healed, Now What?', Lisa Dawn explores the nature of dreams and their potential for personal growth and healing. She discusses her own journey with dream journaling and lucid dreaming, sharing anecdotes from her vivid, recurring dreams. Lisa delves into Robert Moss's Active Dreaming principles and Peter Levine's somatic experiencing techniques to emphasize how dreams can help process trauma and integrate our de...
Feb 05, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Send us a text Sexual Healing and Intimacy: A Personal Journey In this episode Lisa Dawn delves into the deeply personal topic of sexual healing and the process of reconnecting with one's body, boundaries, and desires. Sharing her own experiences with her husband Tim, she explores the dynamics of intimacy, the impact of sexual trauma, and the importance of listening to one's body. The episode also includes a guided somatic practice aimed at helping listeners identify and navigate their embodied ...
Jan 30, 2025•20 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Send us a text Understanding Emotional and Nervous System Regulation: Co-Regulation vs. Co-Disregulation Lisa Dawn delves into the critical topic of emotional regulation and the impact of our nervous system on our relationships. She discusses the concepts of co-regulation and co-disregulation, shedding light on how our upbringing shapes our ability to connect and communicate. Lisa also touches on the importance of self-regulation, the challenges of people-pleasing, and how to build healthier, mo...
Jan 23, 2025•22 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Send us a text Combining Somatic Wisdom with Spiritual Practices: Transformative Shifts and Everyday Alignments In this episode of the Healed Now What Podcast, Lisa Dawn explores the intersection of somatic wisdom, spiritual practices, and the teachings of Abraham Hicks to achieve alignment and transformation in life. Using personal stories, such as training her Australian shepherd Merlin, Lisa highlights how changing perspectives can shift behaviors and improve relationships. She emphasizes the...
Jan 16, 2025•21 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Send us a text Discovering Hidden Treasures: The Art of Seeing the Unseen We explore the concept of 'buried treasures' and how shifting our perspective can uncover hidden gems in our lives. From the host's personal sea glass hunting experience to discovering her hidden singing talent at 44, this episode emphasizes the importance of focus, patience, and daily practice to recognize the beauty in the ordinary. The host also shares a story by Ram Dass about a salesman's spiritual awakening, undersco...
Jan 09, 2025•11 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Send us a text In this heartfelt episode, Lisa reflects on the transition into 2025, inviting listeners to assess their well-being and recount their experiences of the past season. Sharing personal anecdotes about a challenging flu season, the joys of cherished traditions, and a marathon film watching session, the host emphasizes the significance of rest and community. The episode culminates in a soothing somatic practice aimed at fostering presence and relaxation. 00:00 Welcome and Check-In 01:...
Jan 02, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Send us a text The Healing Power of Food: A Conversation with Roni Zade This episode delves into the transformative journey of Roni Zade, a renowned cook, cookbook author, and food storyteller. Roni shares her personal experiences with trauma, food as therapy, and the healing power of cooking. The conversation touches on her deep-rooted connection with family recipes, the importance of communal support, and the joy found in teaching and sharing her culinary creations. Lisa and Roni reminisce abo...
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Send us a text In today’s episode of Healed, Now What? , Lisa Dawn dives deep into the intricacies of the fearful avoidant attachment style —a dynamic that can feel like a push-pull dance between craving connection and fearing it. Lisa shares personal stories, insights from her own healing journey, and practical tools to help you recognize and transform this attachment pattern, whether it’s your own or that of a loved one. Discover how early chaos and inconsistency can shape how we love and conn...
Dec 05, 2024•25 min
Send us a text Exploring Anxious Preoccupied Attachment in Relationships Lisa Dawn delves into the intricacies of anxious preoccupied attachment, a relationship dynamic characterized by hyper-vigilance and worry about connection. Lisa provides an overview of this attachment style, shares her own experiences, and offers practical tips for both those who identify with this attachment style and their partners. The episode also highlights the importance of self-awareness, nervous system regulation, ...
Nov 28, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Send us a text Exploring Holistic Healing with Trace Miller: Mind-Body Connection and Emotional Regulation In this episode of the 'Healed, Now What Podcast,' host Lisa Dawn welcomes Trace Miller, a certified mind-body practitioner and holistic healing coach. They delve into Trace's personal journey with chronic pain, anxiety, and depression, highlighting the interconnectedness of mind and body. The discussion covers the importance of neuroplastic pain, emotional regulation, and various healing p...
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Send us a text Understanding and Healing Dismissive Avoidant Attachment In this episode of the Healed Now What podcast, host Lisa Dawn celebrates the podcast's one-year anniversary and delves into the topic of dismissive avoidant attachment. She discusses the core beliefs and fears behind this attachment style, such as self-sufficiency, fear of vulnerability, and emotional distance. Lisa provides practical strategies for navigating emotions, building trust, and fostering connection while maintai...
Nov 14, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 54
Send us a text Understanding Power Dynamics: From Control to Empowerment In this episode, Lisa Dawn delves into the intricate world of power dynamics, exploring the contrast between 'power over' and 'empowerment'. Sharing a personal story from her childhood, Lisa discusses how authoritative control can breed feelings of shame and helplessness. She then outlines how reworking this memory in therapy helped her find the support and collaboration she needed. Lisa explains the harmful effects of cont...
Nov 07, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 53
Send us a text Lisa Dawn welcomes the inspiring poet, author, and community convener Harpreet Dayal. Harpreet shares her incredible journey of emotional healing and self-discovery, emphasizing the deep connection between grief and creativity. Through intimate conversation, they discuss Harpreet's move from England to Calgary, her transformative project 'Love Notes,' and the vital importance of community during times of personal loss. Harpreet opens up about her struggles and insights following t...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Send us a text Journey to Self: Embracing Creativity, Community, and Spiritual Growth In this multifaceted episode, host Lisa Dawn is joined by spiritual guide Aisha Ophelia and other guests to explore profound themes such as the hero's journey, 5D consciousness, and the integration of creativity and spirituality. Their discussions emphasize the importance of community, the transformative power of vulnerability, and the joy found in simplicity. Ayesha & Lisa share personal stories about reco...
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Send us a text Radical Authenticity and True Intimacy: Embracing Honesty in Self and Relationships In this insightful episode of the Heal Now What podcast, host Lisa Dawn explores the profound concept of radical authenticity and its critical role in self-discovery and building genuine relationships. She draws inspiration from somatic therapist Lexi Florentina on valuing our bodies and their histories. Lisa highlights how making authentic choices shapes our lives, the difficulty of prioritizing s...
Oct 17, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Send us a text In this episode of the Healed Now What Podcast, host Lisa Dawn welcomes guest Aditi Loveridge, an advocate for transforming grief support. They discuss the importance of personal healing, creating mindful rituals, and addressing gaps in systemic grief care. Aditi shares insights from her own grief journey, advocating for community support and educating others about meaningful grief processing. They explore the concept of 'grief burnout' and the vital role of setting boundaries dur...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Send us a text Navigating Disconnection: Reigniting Relationships Through Self-Awareness In this episode of the Healed Now What podcast, host Lisa Dawn explores the fading connections in relationships and provides insights on how to reignite those bonds. The discussion touches on the role of stress and lack of self-awareness in causing disconnection and offers strategies for emotional regulation and reconnection. By understanding our personal stressors and childhood influences, Lisa suggests way...
Oct 03, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 48
