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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this conversation, Shannon Curtis shares her profound journey of healing from sexual trauma, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming personal power, understanding shame, and fostering intimacy. She discusses her experiences with trauma, the role of forgiveness, and the significance of body awareness in healing. Shannon also highlights the need for curiosity in recognizing signs of trauma and the importance of connecting with nature. Through her work, she aims to empower others to find their authentic selves and heal from their past experiences.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Healing Sexual Trauma

02:00 Shannon's Personal Journey with Trauma

05:58 Understanding Shame and Its Impact

10:08 The Role of Forgiveness in Healing

12:16 Teaching the Next Generation

16:26 The Importance of Body Awareness

19:40 Healing Through Connection with Nature

22:32 The Power of Intuition in Healing

25:33 Finding Your Path to Healing

29:26 The Journey of Self-Discovery

33:41 Reclaiming Power in Relationships

38:22 Recognizing Signs of Trauma

42:58 The Importance of Curiosity in Healing

47:28 How to Work with Shannon Curtis

KEYWORDS

sexual trauma, healing, intimacy, forgiveness, body awareness, empowerment, personal growth, trauma signs, self-discovery, coaching

In this conversation, Heather Shannon discusses the themes of loss, heartbreak, and the resilience of the human spirit. Drawing from her personal experiences, she emphasizes the importance of finding inner security and embracing vulnerability in relationships. Heather shares insights on how to navigate grief, the significance of community, and the necessity of self-reflection in fostering intimacy and connection with others.

Takeaways

We are wired to find balance and resilience.

It's crucial to change the narrative we tell ourselves about loss.

Life is short; we should seize opportunities for love and connection.

Heartbreak is inevitable, but we can choose how to respond.

All relationships eventually end, but that shouldn't deter us from starting them.

Embracing vulnerability is essential for deeper connections.

Grief can slow us down and remind us of what matters.

Building inner security helps us to love more openly.

Understanding our parts can aid in healing from loss.

Community support is vital during times of grief.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Loss and Heartbreak

05:16 Finding Inner Security and Resilience

10:33 Embracing Vulnerability in Relationships

15:32 Understanding and Healing Through Grief

Keywords

loss, heartbreak, resilience, vulnerability, relationships, grief, inner security, personal growth, intimacy, healing

Go deep on how to be a great lover! It's not the surface level stuff that we often get hung up on that makes someone "good at sex."

Learn about the importance of presence and attunement for higher quality sex and better connection.

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