Summary

In this episode, Tess discusses the importance of understanding and working with our nervous system. She emphasizes that just like our muscles, our nervous system requires a workout plan that includes safe activation and recovery. Tess introduces various breathwork techniques to help regulate the nervous system and encourages listeners to view triggers as opportunities for growth. She also shares insights on the journey of healing, highlighting that it is not linear but rather an evolution towards personal growth and resilience.

Takeaways

Your nervous system needs a workout plan.

The breath is the door into the nervous system.

Triggers are your gym equipment for growth.

You can't just do one session and expect stability.

Safe activation and recovery are essential for nervous system strength.

Breathwork techniques can help regulate your nervous system.

Mindset shifts are crucial when facing triggers.

Healing is not linear; it evolves into personal growth.

You cannot skip the deep healing piece.

Your nervous system work is vital for overall health.

Join Christina in this SOLO episode as she explores her journey of learning to let go of the belief that she must do everything on her own.

She delves into the origins of this belief - particularly from her childhood experiences - and discusses the importance of balancing the masculine and feminine energy within ourselves.

Christina shares her insights on how to shift towards trust and receiving, the impact of relationships, and the significance of integrating different parts of oneself for healing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness, safety, and the continuous journey of personal growth.

Important Takeaways:

• Christina discusses her desire to not carry everything alone.
• Creating safety within ourselves is vital for receiving.
• It's possible to shift long-held beliefs about self-reliance.
• Resistance often indicates an opportunity for growth.
• Childhood experiences shape our beliefs about control and safety.
• The balance of masculine and feminine energies is essential.
• Healing involves integrating different parts of ourselves.
• Trust requires releasing fear and control.

Important Timestamps:

00:00 - The Burden of Doing It All Alone

04:03 - Exploring Masculine and Feminine Energies

14:43 - The Impact of Childhood Experiences

20:14 - Shifting Towards Trust and Receiving

25:39 - Navigating Relationships and Control

28:27 - Integrating Parts for Healing

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If you're wanting to go deeper on your journey and needing more support, this is beautiful work Tess + Christina offer to clients through a variety of ways.

To contact Tess:

IG + TikTok: @herunearthed

website: www.tessrouse.com

To contact Christina:

IG, TikTok + Youtube: @christina.soulempowered

website: www.rootsoflovecoaching.ca

Summary

In this special Q&A episode, Tess and Christina answer powerful questions submitted by our listeners—covering everything from emotional awareness, parenting, and boundaries to spirituality, ego, and soul purpose. Together, they unpack how to identify emotions, set healthy boundaries (especially with children and darker energies), and navigate parenting from a conscious, spiritual lens. They explore the role of guilt in personal transformation, the challenges of letting go in relationships, and how to listen to your soul's deeper callings. This is an honest, soul-led conversation that dives into the realities of growth, healing, and becoming who you’re meant to be.

Takeaways

• Identifying emotions can be challenging, especially if not taught in childhood.
• Setting emotional boundaries is crucial for personal well-being.
• Guilt often arises when we start prioritizing our needs over others.
• Spirituality in parenting is about being present and connecting with children.
• Allowing children to make mistakes is essential for their growth.
• Dark energies exist, and we can choose what we allow into our space.
• Listening to your soul calling involves exploring and following your passions.
• Flow in life often indicates alignment with your true path.
• Self-awareness is key to understanding emotional triggers.
• No choice in life is ever wrong; it's all part of the journey. We always choose the choice or path we need in that moment.
• When we are being soul led, there is no blueprint.
• Not living for the weekends feels soul crushing.
• Sometimes we stop ourselves because we're not done learning yet.
• Healing is not linear; it's a journey of many tower moments.
• You can't prioritize yourself until you know what you want.
• You are enabling people and doing them a disservice by overextending yourself.
• We need our ego; it allows us to have this human experience.
• Awareness is key to understanding who is driving your decisions.
• We are souls having a human experience, balancing both aspects.