Holaholaa buenos dias -- First episode of 2025!! Back from Central America and better than ever, Heather shares her solo travel experience to El Salvador in January 2025, reflecting on her journey of personal growth, cultural experiences, and the joys of remote work.

She discusses the planning process, her comfort in the country, and the connections she made, including a memorable Shabbat dinner. Heather emphasizes the importance of solitude for self-reflection and happiness, and she concludes with insights on the benefits of local food, particularly papaya, during her stay LOL

Takeaways

Traveling solo can lead to unexpected personal growth.
El Salvador is more developed than many expect.
Cultural experiences can be enriching and eye-opening.
Embracing solitude can recharge and reset one's mindset.
Life is too short to not pursue happiness.
Self-reflection is crucial for personal development.
Locally grown food can have significant health benefits.
Overcoming fear can lead to rewarding experiences.
Building connections while traveling enhances the journey.
Planning and research are key to a successful trip.

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EP21!! End of season 2! Kenzie and I got rawww and extra real on this one --

In this episode of the Give It To Me Raw podcast, host Heather Dawn and guest Kenzie Travers explore the evolution of women's health, focusing on bodywork, female physiology, and the importance of understanding women's bodies. They discuss the missing pieces in women's health care, the impact of societal norms on women's self-perception, and the significance of bodywork in healing. Kenzie shares her experiences and insights on how to reconnect with the body, emphasizing the need for vulnerability, safety, and a deeper understanding of female anatomy.

The conversation also touches on personal experiences with menstruation and the importance of addressing shame surrounding women's health issues. This conversation delves into the importance of body awareness and internal work, particularly for women. It discusses how clothing can impact body health, the significance of emotional release during body work, and the connection between different body parts. The speakers emphasize the need for self-care, the exploration of pleasure, and the healing potential of understanding one's body. They also touch on the often stigmatized topic of anal health and the physiological benefits of addressing these areas. The conversation concludes with a call to action for women to embrace their bodies and engage in nurturing practices.


Kenzie's Website: www.findyoursoftspot.com
Find Kenzie of Instagram: @Kenzietravv

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EP20 We are back baby!! It's been a brief hiatus this summer; a summer of growth, transformation and introspection and we are back with a banger of an episode you do not want to miss!
In this episode, Heather Dawn engages in a deep and reflective conversation with Sean Graves, exploring their shared past in the tech industry, the transformative power of Ayahuasca, and the importance of authenticity and self-discovery. Sean shares his journey of personal growth, the challenges of facing fears, and the healing of generational trauma. They discuss the significance of men's work and the impact of coaching on individuals seeking empowerment and purpose. The conversation emphasizes the role of humor and laughter in navigating life's challenges and the importance of building genuine connections in a world that often feels disconnected.

Sean provides psycho-spiritual counseling & empowerment practices that help you rise out of internal conflict, survival mindset, and destructive patterns so you can embody freedom, creativity, and self-expression. He also runs and coordinates group retreats in both mens work and mixed gender settings. Sean is an alchemist, healer, channel & guide for the true and authentic you to emerge and thrive.

Find Sean on IG : @sean_padraic
Sean's website: https://solo.to/sean_padraic
Sean's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@followyourpathlive
Sean's Podcast: Follow Your Path Podcast

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EP19!!! SOLOCAST: A vulnerable and raw one for you all... ...Laid off and FOUND in Guatemala....


In this episode, Heather Dawn shares her vulnerable and authentic experience of traveling solo to Guatemala and going through a major life event. She discusses her arrival in Guatemala, her time at Lake Atitlan, and the shock of being laid off from her long time job. She shares her process of processing the layoff and the steps she took to move forward. Heather emphasizes the importance of trust and surrender in navigating life's challenges and shares her journey of interviewing for THE NEW JOBBB! She concludes by reflecting on the preciousness of life and the lessons she learned from her experiences.

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EP18 With the brilliant Maddy Cunningham! I first met Maddy at a mushroom ceremony experience Ariel put on last October - what an incredible journey that was! So grateful Maddy and I were able to stay connected, and get together to record a profound episode and drop some serious knowledge...

In this episode, Heather interviews Maddie Cunningham, a licensed acupuncturist and holistic healing provider. Maddie shares her journey from working in a toxic hedge fund environment to discovering acupuncture and herbal medicine as a means of healing the mind, body, soul.

She discusses the importance of detoxification and the impact of environmental toxins on our health. Maddie also talks about her experience of connecting back to her body and the transformative work she did with Ariel, a practitioner in Salem. She shares her own detox process and the protocols she incorporated. Maddie discusses the positive changes in her life, including finding a new relationship, and her plans for maintenance and future growth. In this conversation, Heather and Maddie discuss the benefits of detoxification, including the removal of man-made toxins from the body. Maddie shares her personal experience of feeling more emotionally embodied and in tune with her intuition after detoxing. She also mentions the resolution of chronic digestive issues and improved weight management. The importance of supportive relationships and feeling safe to express emotions is highlighted. Maddie emphasizes the significance of trusting the timing of detoxification and other life challenges. She encourages curiosity and grace in the process.

Find Maddie on IG: @madscunningham

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EP17: SEASON 2! Celebrating 1 full year of podcasting! We have Jocelyn Eve, LICSW back on the show talking all about men's healing work, & group therapy offering Jocelyn and Dr. Adam Gladstone are running in January 2024.

The truth of the matter is, men need this work just as much as women. But, unfortunately our society has stigmatized this type of healing for men. Suppressing emotions, feelings, traumas can go on and on.

BUT, times are changing. And Jocelyn is pioneering the change in the world as we see it. Jocelyn and Adam are co-facilitating a 10 week online men's group healing beginning this month.

Within the experiential process group, Jocelyn has integrated several therapeutic tenets to encourage healing, growth, and connection such as (Internal Family Systems, Psychoeducation, Somatic work) + more.

There is a different energy in group spaces. In group, we don't feel so alone. We can truly feel seen, heard and accepted. This is where the real work begins. I cannot wait to see the change that ripples out into the world following this program and Jocelyn's work.

Thank you Jocelyn and Adam! Connect below to find out more about trauma recovery & group therapy.

Connect with Jocelyn: www.jocelyneve.com
Instagram: Jocelyneve28

More Healing Resources for Men:
https://nsgp.wildapricot.org/NSGP-Group-Directory
https://menhealing.org/
https://1in6.org/
https://malesurvivor.org/
https://mankindproject.org/

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EP16: With the inspirational and powerful Wafa Charfi.
Wafa came to the US 35 years ago from Morocco on her own with drive and motivation to succeed and change the world, and she has not fallen short of this!

In this episode, we go deep on the journey and risk Wafa took when coming to America on her own, her beautiful love story with her dear husband + family, and of course her 2 babies her Spa and Organic Cafe (linked below)!

I first met Wafa some years back at a dear friends sount bath event -- and have been a frequent visitor at Wafa's organic juice bar/cafe ever since. Next up is a spa treatment :)
The way Wafa described the family life she has cultivated with her husband, sons and basically third daughter I aspire to have one day.

Wafa also works with families/clients on health coaching and building a healthy lifestyle and framework. The transformations she speaks about on the episode is truly remarkable, and Wafa is for sure leaving a big mark on this planet with the work she is sharing with others and herself.

Thank you Wafa for having me at your spa and cannot wait to be back!

Atlas Beauty Hammam Spa: https://atlasbeautyspa.com/
Leaf and Ginger organic cafe: https://www.leafandginger.com/
Leaf & Ginger IG: @leafandginger

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EP15 -- I still can't believe this episode happened because I thought Deshaun James was a spambot reaching out to my podcast page LOL It was a sensational episode with Deshaun. We chatted on his journey from starting music in High School, what the process is like from an idea for a song, to releasing to the world, his visions for his music career and much more!!

Deshaun James is a professional multi-genre recording artist & songwriter based out of Greenville, South Carolina. He is endlessly perfecting his signature and creative sound by writing music such as his recent single "One on One" and his latest album "Deshaun James Goes Pop."

​At the age of 9, Deshaun was placed into foster care. He remained in foster care until the age of 18. During this time, Deshaun found his love of music by the age of 13. In 2017, he decided to make his dream of becoming a professional artist a reality. Deshaun started his career by releasing a hip-hop single titled "Royalty". This began his musical journey, but would mark the start of a new era for Deshaun.

Deshaun loves connecting with his fans in concert and is known for delivering high-energy vocal performances leaving concertgoers craving an encore. His real-life experiences are the catalyst and vessel that inspires the music he creates.

​Deshaun James has been featured in media sources such as The Source, GEN Z HIPHOP, CMVA 107.5, Mouthin Out Podcast, HTG Podcast, with more on the way!

Check out Deshaun James on Spotify -- make sure to check out "One on One"
Fine Deshaun on Instagram : @deshaunjames21

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