We're Back... and more ready than ever to dive in!

In this conversation, Tess and Christina update on where they've been and the concept of 'Uplevels' in life. They discuss the challenges and transformations that come with navigating life's changes, the importance of self-awareness, and the tools needed to support oneself through these transitions. The conversation emphasizes the significance of breathwork, emotional healing, and the power of vulnerability in relationships. They also share personal experiences and insights on how to effectively move through Uplevels and what to expect in the future.

Takeaways

• Personal growth often comes from navigating life's messiness.
• Recognizing signs of an uplevel is crucial for growth.
• Complacency can be a symptom of fear during transitions.
• Creating safety within oneself is essential for healing.
• Relationships can serve as mirrors for personal growth.
• Detachment from outcomes can lead to better results.
• Self-awareness is key in understanding one's energy.
• Tools and practices are necessary for nervous system regulation.

Chapters

00:00Welcome Back and Reconnecting

03:10Understanding Up Levels

05:55Signs of an Up Level

09:00Navigating the In-Between

11:48Personal Growth and Transformation

14:47Tess's Journey and Career Changes

17:22Tools for Supporting Yourself

20:16Creating Safety in Expansion

23:33Navigating Internal Safety During Change

23:34Healing from Breakups and Personal Growth

27:03Empowering Experiences: A Trip to Disneyland

28:55Weaning Off Medication: A Journey of Courage

30:41Finding Love: The Journey to Conscious Relationships

32:30The Importance of Self-Awareness in Relationships

35:07Detachment and Surrender: The Key to Manifestation

40:03Moving Through an Up Level: Practical Tips

44:14The Power of Sharing Stories and Connection

On this episode, Tess & Christina - hosts of Authentically Wild, interview Gellyahnah Aakhen a soul contracts practitioner who's passion and purpose is helping people find theirs.

Gellyahnah explains that before a soul incarnates, it gets to choose quite a bit about the human life it will lead. From parents, to the relationships we will have, the lessons and experiences we have will change from and our soul purpose.

Soul contracts, reveal the karma, or challenges you'll be presented with, your unique talents, what your strengths and skills are and your life purpose.

Within our soul contracts we create arrangements which allow us to connect with the people and experiences we need in our lives to reach our goals and learn the lessons we set out to learn.

To learn more about Soul Contracts or to schedule a 1-1 soul contracts reading visit Gellyahnah Aakhen at:

Website: https://gellyahnahaakhen.com/

Social media: soul_contracts_practitioner

What if there was a profound difference in your "personality" and your TRUE essence?

What if your personality and the way you are showing up in the world is just a collection of your experiences, both good and challenging? And that your "identity" might actually be protective mechanisms you had to forge in order to feel safe, be seen and essentially, navigate the world?

There's a distinct difference between personality and true essence. One is something that is created to move through the world safely - it is constantly evolving based on your experiences and relationship with others. While your true authentic essence is what lies underneath that - who you truly are once the armour comes off.

Listen in as Tess and Christina reveal parts of themselves they once thought were their personalities yet have found through their healing journeys, were actually protective mechanisms they created in order to maintain connection and safety. They also provide tips and strategies to help you connect within to your authentic self and how you can navigate this (sometimes) difficult part of the healing journey.

If you've read a self help book, been on social media or perused a TED talk you may have heard the term cycle breaker. If that term didn't resonate with you then it might after this episode. Today Christina and I are going to dive deep into what constitutes a person to be a cycle breaker, sharing unqiue experiences from our lives so you can see for yourself if this is a path you are on or want to travel down. A word of caution it is not for the faint of heart, it's a hard path... but then again so is living what most determine "normal these days - it's a choose your hard adventure book.

For centuries, astrology was at the heart of science, medicine, philosophy, and magic. But in today's modern world, many of us only interact with astrology by way of our horoscopes. Experts in this field, like our guest today, believe that the stars and the study of astrology, offer boundless insight well beyond our 'sun' signs. In today's episode, Tess and Christina dive deep with their guest, Emily Fehr, in order to gain a stronger understanding of astrology and natal (birth) charts and how they can impact your understanding about yourself and your life's purpose.

If you are looking to connect more with Emily and the work she does with clients reading natal (birth) charts and tarot readings, you can find her on social media through Instagram: @mamawyrd

Join us for Tess's first ever solo episode! She shares her journey of choosing herself in her life brought on by the rockbottom of infidelity through her marriage. She opens up about the many experiences she's had a long the way, who have shaped who she is, and how diving into these pieces have been integral on her healing journey. This episode will truly help you understand how rockbottoms are a womb for rebirth,

We’ve all been there… when you feel like you’ve healed through something but you still feel the weight of it. Or maybe it rears its’ ugly head when you least expect it. Perhaps it was a breakup with the person you thought was “the one”, a big confrontation with a family member, maybe even abuse or an isolated traumatic event in your life. One of the reasons for this, is that we can’t talk our way out of trauma. We have to feel and process it and this is why somatic body work is so critical on your healing journey. In this episode, Tess & Christina dive deep into somatic healing practices such as somatic therapy, EDMR, and breathwork and as usual, share very personal past traumatic experiences they have used these practices to help heal. If you truly want to free yourself from the past, somatic body work is essential for this.

How does one go from being a complete skeptic to a full mystic?

As Christina will share it's a lot more about unlearning societal conditioning and tuning into the present, to become open to what's truly inside of you.

In this episode, Christina dives deep into her spiritual journey from non-spiritual to who she is today, the modern day healer and intuitive. Through her story, she explains the first signs she noticed of spirit trying to communicate to her and what tools and practices she used to strengthen her spiritual 'muscles' - which she believes we all have access to.

Tune in to hear the jaw dropping experiences along her journey, who knows where your spiritual journey may lead you too!

What if your beliefs and thoughts were the key to anything you wanted in life? New behaviours, new house, a different relationship, more patience, you name it. But did you know your thoughts and feelings control your reality through the energetic vibration they put out into the world? Today we’re digging into the process of manifestation – what it is, how you prepare for it, and how you practice it – to create the life you’ve always been destined for.

Over the last century the purpose of relationships has changed drastically. We are no longer marrying to create a business relationship (ie. you go make money, I will raise our children, food, shelter security) or even in a friendship, most of us don’t want a surface level connection. Modern relationships go beyond biological/surface level needs and are jumping into the realm of emotional and spiritual connection and growth with one another.

The problem with this new dynamic, is most of us have not been taught how to do this, although our souls are longing for it. It requires the unlearning of what we have been conditioned to believe real love and true partnership are and to see the role and responsibility we must play in order to create the conscious relationships we desire.

In today’s episode we are going to talk about this modern relationship dynamic also known as a conscious relationship - what it is, what it is not, and how you call in this type of relationship or transform an existing relationship towards this.

Most of us have experienced loss and the grief following it in some form throughout our lives and if it hasn’t yet, it will find you too - it’s inevitable. There is both conventional which would stem from the death of a loved one, but also unconventional grief which could surface through the ending of a relationship, the failure of a business or career, the list goes on. Some situations are easier to recover from and some are so devastating it feels like your whole life has been brought to a standstill. Today, Christina and Tess use their real life experiences of unconventional grief to pull apart what this looks like, what happens in their minds and bodies through the grieving process, and the tools and practices that have helped them accept and begin to move through their grief. Their hopes are that this episode can support you on your journey and help you move through any grief you are stuck in.

Self responsibility is not practiced often enough in relationship dynamics because it is easier to blame external factors for our situations and our feelings. Accepting fault or admitting improvement is needed, in some way is like blaming ourselves, as if we deliberately messed things up or acted a certain way. But This is not the case. A lot of the ways we show up are just unhealed wounds, or behaviour patterns we have witnessed throughout our lives.

This episode is an empowering reminder that you have control over how you show up in your relationships, and what a powerful opportunity it can be if you are willing to become aware and make changes.

On this episode we're going to dive into what taking responsibility looks like in relationships both as a partner and a parent, why it is the key to improving these dynamics. And of course some steps you can take toward eating a big slice of humble pie.

Being a perfectionist can look like on the outside as having it all together, being able to always get the job done, and experience great success and achievement. But in reality, it's a coping mechanism typically used to shield us from the pain of not feeling worthy enough and accepted. It is a false sense of identity and a mask used to construct a life that we feel others will approve of. In this episode, Christina and Tess discuss what exactly is perfectionism, how it's a coping mechanism, and as always, dig deep into their own personal experiences.

Motherhood is challenging all in itself, but when you pair it with a dysregulated nervous system it can feel crippling and fully overwhelming.

Nervous system dystregulation can effect every area of your life, and can become intensely highetned as you venture into parenthood.

Today we are chatting about discovering our own dysregulation and what that look liked as we entered the ring of motherhood and more inportantly what we have learned that can help you regulate your nervous system so that you can get the most our of your experiences, especially those with your kids.

In order to have the life you truly want, you have to be able to not only know WHAT you want but also be able to speak and embody this energy. Cue, boundaries. How your life plays out is significantly tied to what you're able to say "yes" to and what you're able to say "no" to. Having boundaries is absolutely critical not only for your mental health but also your self-worth and ability to live the life you dream of. In this episode, Tess and Christina dive into all things boundaries - what are the different types of boundaries, their own personal experiences with setting and maintaining boundaries, and how to set proper boundaries in your life. If this is an area you are struggling to find empowerment through, this is definitely the one for you.

The world is full of people afraid of their voice, their power. We push away the right to stand out and be strong for the sake of belonging. To do this we devalue our ideas, we learn to always stay with the masses - to always say ‘Yes’ - regardless of wanting to say no, we learn not to love ourselves in order to gain the love of others, we disapprove of our inner truth in order to get approval from outside of us.

Today’s episode is a really special one for us, it’s our first interview ever! And we have the honour of doing it with the amazing Taylar Sherriff

• Fitness guru and owner of Namastay Sweaty Club,

• wholistic nutrition expert,

• author,

• and empowered leader of our generation.

We’re going to dig deep with Taylor on the mind, body, soul connection and how she has continually stepped into her truth and empowered her inner voice.

Some make us, some break us. PATTERNS.

In this episode we explore how patterns have shown up in our lives and how recognizing these patterns has been key in both of our healing journeys.

Today we're talking all relationships - Friendship, marriage, family, long term partnerships...

Each relationship you have plays a different role in your life. Perhaps some serve a single purpose and then they’re gone, some may be life long friends - where you’re always connected, always learning, teaching and going through life’s phases together, and some can fit in the middle - those relationships that you pick up right where you left off.

But too often we find ourselves trying to maintain relationships that are no longer serving us, or relationships that just aren’t in alignment with the phases or season we’re in now. If you never allow any connections to fall away how can you be open to what life wants to bring in for you?

So why do we do this and what exactly does it cost us? Well you’re about to find out….

On today’s episode we’re talking about what codependency is and we’re going deep into how this holds us back and what it creates in our lives and relationships. This has been a game changer realization for both Tess and Christina and we think it will be for you too.

If any of these describe you than press play:

• You put everyone else's needs before your own, you have a hard time telling people what you really want (what restaurant, what activities...)

• You rely on others for decision making/approval before making decisions

• You feel constantly responsible to solve other peoples problems

• Trying to please others in order to gain their love and acceptance

• Using manipulation and shame to get what we want

• High-achiever

What if our past experiences and traumatic events were showing up physically in our bodies? Energy cannot be created nor destroyed and many believe stuck energy can show up as physical/psychological ailments. Join us as we dive deep into Tess's battle with auto-immune disease and Christina's exploration of ADHD. This episode will cover run ins with the medical system and what other key pieces we might not be addressing which could aid in our healing journey.

Looking to make some changes? Wanting to jump into meditation or spirituality but not sure where to start? Then this episode is for you, consider it our playbook for where to begin.

In today's episode (Part 1) we dive into our favourite podcasts, books, card decks and other tools that have been transformative on our journeys, next week (Part 2) will cover all of the practices we have tried and what a day in each of our lives looks like with these practices integrated.

List of Tools Discussed

Podcasts

• Mark Groves Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/5se5aQBcki87JV3zo1RYSi?si=7b6cdaa8c0ba4877

• Almost30 Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/0kBU7FWmLaLf3si3KZ9XQx?si=1041cf0395574606

• Straight Up with Trent Shelton - https://open.spotify.com/show/0257UcKYlowtsF49tCoxJ5?si=56b44943e0c24c1a

• The Line Podcast with Ashley Wood - https://open.spotify.com/show/77resvVQK08a6twY5G6Y9P?si=84ce890a05fd4ccb

• Expanded Podcast by To Be Magnetic (TBM) - https://open.spotify.com/show/2B1ZemTinqpXMfH8vy6zzk?si=dce06dfde84d4a5a

Books

• Eckhart Tolle - Power of Now & A New Earth

• Byron Katie - Loving What is

• Glennon Doyle - Untamed

Cards

• The Universe Has Your Back - Gabrielle Bernstein

• Chakra Wisdom Oracle Cards - Tori Hartman

• The Starseed Oracle - Rebecca Campbell

Breathwork

• Bree Melanson - found on Insight Timer and https://www.breemelanson.com/mystory

• Michelle D'Avella - Pushing Beauty https://www.pushingbeauty.com/about-1

Self Betrayal...it's the death of a thousand cuts.

Self Betrayal can look like people pleasing, sabotaging yourself, not validating your experience, hiding who we are from fear of not being accepted, the list is long -- and although each small action is insignificant in it's entirety, over a lifetime it can fully detach us from who we are.

Everyone wants to jump to self-trust and self-love but the bridge there is to get to know yourself... I mean you wouldn't establish trust with a stranger right? and therein lies the key -- to trust ourselves, to love ourselves, we first have to start showing up for ourselves.

Come and listen because this one is a roller coaster of emotions.

An unhealed mother wound can manifest into adulthood in the following ways:

1. a lack of boundaries, can't say 'no'

2. constant fear of judgement

3. comparisonitis

4. you sacrifice your dreams/wants for someone else

5. co-dependent (this one is a big!)

6. low self-worth (this could look like negative self talk)

7. self-sabotage

It's our strongest bond - the bond between a child and a mother. They are our lifeline, our survival depends on them (both literally in the womb and figuratively as we grow up as children).

Did you have what most would consider a 'good' childhood? mother wounding happens just as often in these upbringings as ones that are volatile and abusive. We can be wounded by our direct interactions with her and through observing how our mother interacts with the world. All of these events imprint on our subconscious and we can carry forward these patterns into adulthood.

These types of coping mechanisms and patterns can surface in all relationships in your life, not just the ones with your own children.

This is perhaps one of the most important and most transformative areas for healing!!! Take a listen

Do you find yourself wanting to make changes in your life? Maybe it's to exercise regularly, maybe it's to leave a toxic relationship, whatever it is - taking action and actually changing can be paralyzing for most. Join us as we unpack just what's at play when we start moving towards change, what can help you move through that uncomfortable transition period and hear more about our personal stories moving through our own experiences

We've all been there, a big traumatic event or a number of compounding experiences in life that sends us on a whirlwind of emotions, where we feel we will never recover. If you've ever felt that you've arrived at that place, perhaps you even keep repeating the same patterns, then this episode is for you.

We've heard the terms - rock bottom, mid-life crisis, etc - those serve to correct our course and get us back to our authentic self. Join us as we dive into the purpose and explanation of what rock bottoms and spiritual awakenings are and our personal experiences navigating through them.

Are you living the life you truly desire? are you fully embodying who you authentically are? perhaps you don't even know. Join Tess and Christina, creators and co-hosts of Authentically Wild, as they dive into topics from relationships, motherhood, trauma, to of course all things spirituality.

This trailer gives a sneak peek of what to expect from upcoming episodes.

In today's episode, we uncover what it means to speak your truth, why this can feel like such a challenge, and what steps you can take to begin exercising this muscle. As usual, Tess and Christina share their own real-life examples they have experienced learning how to speak and embody their own truths and the discomfort yet deep healing and freedom this has created in their lives.We hope that by the end of the episode you are able to see the importance of fully stepping into your truth and how this can create such a positive change within yourself and your life.

So many of us seek to control our lives because we don’t like uncertainty.

We create schedules, try to control our relationships, our futures, our finances, and sometimes even other people’s reactions as a means to create predictability.

But the world around us is so uncertain.

And when you really start looking at this, you can see how little control you actually have and that trying to control every aspect of your life is futile. Doing so will only lead you to more stress, anxiety and overall unhappiness.

In this episode, Tess & Christina talk about surrender - the antidote to control.

They discuss personal experiences they have moved through that have allowed them to practice and fine-tune their own processes with learning how to surrender. They also provide tips, strategies and questions you can ask yourself if you are also trying to find peace + surrender within your life.

Because the truth is, you cannot control everything.

In fact, the only thing you can truly control is yourself.

And finding a process of surrender to help you move through all the uncertainty life provides, allows you to find so much more acceptance and peace along the way.

Join Tess and Christina as they explore the intricate dynamics of relationships and delve deep into the significance of triggers, enmeshment, and the impact of childhood experiences on our adult relationships. They discuss the importance of boundaries, inner child healing and the journey of self-discovery and highlight the importance of recognizing patterns in your relationships in order to experience greater healing and growth.

Important Takeaways:

• Relationships often serve as mirrors for our personal growth.
• Triggers in relationships can reveal deeper emotional wounds.
• Understanding disgust and resentment is crucial for healing.
• Childhood experiences significantly shape your adult relationship dynamics.
• Creating boundaries is essential for healthy relationships.
• Inner child healing can help address past traumas.
• Surrendering to the healing process allows for personal growth.
• Recognizing patterns in relationships is key to breaking cycles.

Important Timestamps:

01:54 - Understanding the Purpose of Intimate Partnerships

04:44 - Exploring Triggers and Their Meanings

10:22 - The Role of Enmeshment in Relationships

15:02 - Disgust as a Trigger: A Deeper Look

21:00 - Personal Experiences and Healing Our Patterns

30:18 - Commitment to Healing and Boundaries

31:32 - Understanding Childhood Trauma and Boundaries

33:20 - Triggers and Inner Child Healing

35:30 - Expectations in Relationships

36:52 - Navigating Triggers and Dysregulation

37:58 - Enmeshment and Personal Growth

40:53 - Recognizing Patterns in Relationships

43:25 - Resentment and Boundaries

45:00 - Awareness and Breaking Patterns

48:53 - Steps to Deeper 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 modalities.

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 episode, Tess dives deep into the world of autoimmune diseases, sharing her personal journey with Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis. She explores the emotional connections to these conditions, emphasizing that healing goes beyond just physical treatments. Tess discusses the limitations of traditional medical approaches and highlights the transformative power of breathwork and emotional healing in her recovery. She provides actionable steps for listeners to begin their own healing journeys, advocating for self-awareness and holistic approaches to health.

Takeaways

• Autoimmune diseases involve the immune system attacking the body's own cells.
• Emotional wounds can significantly impact physical health.
• Traditional treatments often focus on symptom management rather than healing.
• Breathwork can help access and heal emotional traumas.
• Self-advocacy is crucial in managing health conditions.
• Healing is possible, and the body is not broken.
• Chronic stress can lead to autoimmune conditions.
• Diet and lifestyle changes can support gut health.
• Understanding emotional triggers can aid in healing.
• It's important to seek holistic approaches alongside traditional medicine.

In this conversation, Tess and Christina explore the three toughest battles of entrepreneurship, focusing on the fear of being seen, self-sabotage, and money wounds. They discuss how these challenges often stem from childhood experiences and societal pressures, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and self-awareness in overcoming these obstacles. The conversation also delves into the complexities of charging for services and the energetic exchange involved in entrepreneurship, highlighting the need for a healthy relationship with money and abundance. In this conversation, Tess and Christina delve into the complexities of money wounds, the hustle culture, and the importance of balancing masculine and feminine energies in entrepreneurship. They explore how childhood experiences shape our relationship with money, the dangers of burnout from constant hustling, and the necessity of enjoying the journey of personal and professional growth. The discussion emphasizes the need for self-awareness, emotional regulation, and the understanding that success is not solely defined by financial gain but also by personal fulfillment and presence in the moment.

In this conversation, join Christina for a solo-episode as she explores the challenges of making hard decisions. She goes in-depth on the importance of trusting oneself, understanding the difference between ego and intuition, and provides a process for connecting within and practicing finding certainty within yourself. The conversation emphasizes that every decision is a part of the journey and that you can never make a 'wrong' choice - because no matter what decision you make, you are always growing and learning through the process.

Important Takeaways:

• Making hard decisions often involves trusting the unknown and surrender.
• Self-loyalty is crucial when making decisions for oneself.
• Fear is a natural part of stepping out of comfort zones.
• You can never make a wrong decision on your path.
• Intuition is felt in the body, while ego shows up more in the head.
• The universe supports us in our decision-making journey.
• Surrendering control can lead to greater expansion.
• Building trust in oneself is essential for making decisions.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Hard Decisions

02:06 Understanding the Difficulty of Hard Decisions

06:54 The Nature of Decision-Making

09:48 Personal Experiences with Hard Decisions

15:24 Ego vs. Intuition in Decision-Making

18:47 Practical Process for Decision-Making

24:16 Key Truths About Hard Decisions

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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

Join Christina in this solo-episode as she explores the complex relationship with anger, particularly in women, and how it can be a powerful messenger.

She discusses the importance seeing your anger as a MESSENGER and getting curious with your anger to understand and process what is showing up. She always goes deeper with topics such as the health implications of suppressed emotions, the power of going within the body to process, and the importance of releasing what is surfacing.

Christina shares her personal journey with anger, including its impact during motherhood and the healing process that followed. The episode emphasizes the need for everyone to reclaim their anger and learn to embody it for greater emotional freedom and empowerment.

Key Takeaways:

• Anger is often misunderstood and suppressed, especially in women.
• Somatic practices can help in processing and releasing repressed emotions.
• Anger serves as a messenger, indicating deeper needs and feelings.
• The suppression of anger can lead to chronic health issues.
• Women are more prone to thyroid disorders, possibly linked to emotional suppression.
• Learning to embody anger can lead to emotional freedom.
• Personal experiences with anger can shape our emotional responses.
• Motherhood can trigger unprocessed anger and emotions.
• Healing involves listening to and processing our emotions.

Important Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to Anger and Its Importance

02:59 - Understanding Anger as a Messenger

05:45 - The Impact of Suppressed Anger on Health

09:32 - Personal Journey with Anger

19:04 - Learning to Embody Anger

19:57 - Importance of Releasing Anger

23:18 - A Somatic Practice to Connect with Anger

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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

Join Tess and Christina as they explore the concept of happiness and that it is often misconceived as something to be ‘chased’ or ‘obtained’ through external pieces. They discuss the importance of recognizing happiness as a CHOICE and a state of presence, rather than a destination. They delve deep into the spectrum of emotions that play a part in finding presence over happiness and explore the significance of investing in oneself for true fulfillment. They share personal experiences and explore the themes of gratitude, ego, and the happiness as a choice rather than something to obtain. The conversation emphasizes the significance of emotional processing, nervous system regulation, and practical tools like gratitude journaling and mindfulness practices to cultivate a deeper sense of happiness and fulfillment.

Important Takeaways from Today’s Episode:

• Happiness is often pursued through external achievements, but it is a choice.
• Being present in the moment is crucial for experiencing fulfillment.
• Embracing the full spectrum of emotions allows for deeper joy.
• The hedonic treadmill effect explains why we constantly seek more.
• Investing in oneself is essential for long-term fulfillment.
• Finding joy in small moments can build a happiness muscle.
• Awareness of the ego is important in why we pursue happiness.
• Being present is crucial for experiencing true fulfillment.
• Joy can be found in the process, not just the outcome.
• Practices like meditation and breathwork can enhance presence.
• Nervous system regulation is key to being able to hold presence.
• Gratitude rewires our brain for long-term contentment.
• We have the power to add, edit, or delete elements in our lives for more joy.
• Creating our own happiness is a choice we can make every day.

Important Timestamps from Today’s Episode:

00:00 - The Pursuit of Happiness: A Misguided Journey

02:55 - The Choice of Happiness: Finding Joy in the Present

06:04 - The Spectrum of Emotions: Embracing the Full Experience

08:58 - The Hedonic Treadmill: Understanding the Cycle of Desire

12:00 - Investing in Yourself: The Path to True Fulfillment

15:00 - The Journey of Entrepreneurship: Balancing Hustle and Happiness

18:04 - Delaying Happiness: The Illusion of Future Fulfillment

21:00 - Creating Space for Happiness: The Power of Presence

30:36 - Finding Gratitude in Difficult Moments

31:44 - Understanding the Ego and Its Role

37:07 - Shifting from External Pleasure to Internal Joy

40:06 - The Importance of Being Present

42:15 - Practices for Cultivating Presence

46:15 - Nervous System Regulation and Emotional Processing

52:55 - Gratitude as a Tool for Happiness

53:23 - The Add, Edit, Delete Process for Joy

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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 episode, Tess explores the profound journey of healing through the concept of 'unearthing' oneself. She emphasizes that healing is not about fixing what is broken but reconnecting with one's authentic self. Tess shares her personal experiences and insights on how to navigate the process of self-discovery, create awareness of one's story, and ultimately let go of layers that no longer serve us. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding our past, the beliefs we carry, and how they shape our present lives.

Takeaways

• Your story matters and is key to healing.
• Healing is about reconnecting with your authentic self.
• The process of unearthing involves digging through layers of experiences.
• Creating awareness of your story is the first step to healing.
• Letting go of false identities is crucial for personal growth.
• Healing starts with curiosity and understanding your patterns.
• You were never broken; you were just buried beneath layers.
• Reconnecting with your essence leads to a more fulfilling life.
• The journey of unearthing is not easy but is worth it.
• Building a life aligned with your true self brings peace and joy.

Join Tess and Christina as they explore the profound impact of understanding the nervous system in relation to your voice and how you express yourself. They discuss how our nervous system responses influence our ability to communicate and express ourselves, particularly in challenging situations. Through personal anecdotes and scientific insights, they emphasize the importance of creating safety within ourselves to access our voice and navigate relationships. The conversation also highlights the significance of somatic work and the role of relationships in the healing process, providing listeners with practical tools for nervous system regulation and self-awareness.

Takeaways

• Breathwork can help access the subconscious and release stored emotions.
• Understanding the nervous system is crucial for personal growth.
• Our voice is influenced by our nervous system state.
• Creating safety is essential to access our voice.
• Personal experiences shape our nervous system responses.
• Healing occurs in relationships and through connection.
• Talk therapy is beneficial but has limitations.
• Somatic work is necessary for deeper healing.
• Awareness of triggers can lead to personal transformation.
• Practicing nervous system regulation can improve communication.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to the Nervous System and Healing

08:51 - Somatic Practices for Grounding and Regulation

09:11 - Understanding the Autonomic Nervous System

18:29 - Exploring Nervous System States: Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn

26:06 - The Thermometer Analogy for Nervous System Awareness

30:52 - Understanding Nervous System Responses

36:37 - Childhood Experiences and Their Impact

*NOTE: Trigger Warning* at 40:34 - Christina discusses her experience with childhood SA

40:55 - Navigating Fight-Flight Responses

46:07 - Healing Through Relationships

50:31 - Tools for Nervous System Regulation

55:17 - Somatic Work and Parts Work

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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 conversation, Tess and Christina explore the complexities of accepting other people's journeys, emphasizing the importance of personal growth, soul contracts, and the challenges of letting go of control. They discuss how relationships serve as mirrors for our own growth and the role of faith in navigating these challenges. The conversation delves into the historical context of acceptance, the impact of projection on personal growth, and the significance of radical acceptance in relationships. In this conversation, Tess and Christina explore the complexities of personal relationships, focusing on co-parenting dynamics, sisterly bonds, and the importance of acceptance in personal growth. They discuss the challenges of navigating relationships while undergoing personal transformations and the tools that can help foster understanding and healing. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of recognizing one's own journey and the impact of emotional triggers in relationships, ultimately advocating for healthy boundaries and self-empowerment.

takeaways

• Accepting other people's journeys is a challenging aspect of personal growth.
• Relationships are where we learn our biggest lessons.
• Releasing control is essential for personal expansion.
• Our blocks often stem from the need to let go of identity.
• Everyone has their own unique journey and timeline.
• Soul contracts play a significant role in our experiences.
• Faith can provide comfort during difficult times.
• Projection can hinder our ability to accept others.
• Detaching from others' journeys can lead to personal freedom.
• Radical acceptance involves loving people for who they are. Co-parenting can be a profound spiritual lesson.
• Releasing control is essential in co-parenting dynamics.
• Acceptance of others' journeys does not mean agreement.
• Personal growth can create distance in relationships.
• It's important to recognize and tend to your own triggers.
• Relationships can evolve through acceptance and understanding.
• Modeling your own healing can inspire others.
• Communication styles matter in relationships.
• Boundaries are crucial for emotional safety.
• Evaluating how relationships make you feel is key.

Summary

In this conversation, Tess and Christina delve into the complexities of relationships, emphasizing the importance of choice, accountability, and inner work. They explore how relationships serve as mirrors for personal growth and healing, discussing the dynamics of masculine and feminine energies, and the necessity of communication and collaboration in navigating challenges. The dialogue highlights that love requires ongoing effort and discipline, and that true healing often occurs within the context of relationships. In this conversation, Christina and Tess explore the complexities of relationships, emphasizing the importance of humor, vision, and ongoing effort in maintaining a healthy partnership. They discuss the significance of understanding love languages, the necessity of inner work, and the value of creating novelty in relationships. The dialogue highlights the choices individuals make in how they show up in conflicts and the willingness to evolve together as a couple.

Takeaways

• Relationships are a reflection of our inner work.
• Every day in a relationship is a choice.
• Self-accountability is crucial for healing.
• Inner work creates space for growth in relationships.
• Masculine and feminine energies play a role in dynamics.
• Communication is key to navigating challenges.
• Falling in love is easy; staying in love requires effort.
• Patterns from past relationships often resurface.
• It's important to ask what we can do to improve situations.
• Practicing self-reflection can lead to healthier interactions. Humor can diffuse tension in conflicts.
• Having a shared vision helps navigate tough times.
• Relationships require ongoing effort and attention.
• It's important to choose how to show up in conflicts.
• Understanding love languages enhances connection.
• Inner work is crucial for relationship growth.
• Creating novelty keeps relationships exciting.
• Taking inventory of your relationship is essential.
• Willingness to evolve is foundational for lasting relationships.
• Communication is key to deepening emotional connections.

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.

Join Tess + Christina in this open Q+A style conversation as they answer all your submitted questions! They explore various themes related to personal growth, healing, and navigating life's challenges. The conversation also delves into somatic work, challenging parenting dynamics, the significance of trusting one's intuition, and the complexities of mental health support. As always, they go deep and provide lots of personal stories + experiences to help you remember you are NEVER alone on your journey.

Important Takeaways:

• Understanding emotions in the body is crucial for healing..
• Parenting requires presence and connection with children.
• Healing from family dynamics can be isolating but necessary.
• The Akashic Records offer unique insights into personal journeys.
• Trusting your intuition is key to making decisions.
• Mental health support often requires advocacy and exploration of alternatives.
• Every decision leads to growth, even if it feels wrong at the time.
• Self-discovery is a journey that requires patience and compassion.
• Creating safe spaces for communication is vital in relationships.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Open Q&A Session

03:10 - Parenting Insights and Building Connections

11:18 - Understanding Emotions and Body Connection

19:15 - Exploring the Akashic Records

26:16 - Navigating Loneliness in the Healing Journey

36:36 - Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth

38:45 - Finding Strength in Practice

45:59 - Relationships and Growth Dynamics

55:50 - Supporting Children with Mental Health Challenges

01:02:51 - Trusting Your Intuition in Decision Making

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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 heartfelt episode of the Authentically Wild podcast, Tess shares her personal journey with grief following the unexpected loss of her mother. She explores the complexities of grief, distinguishing between finite and ambiguous grief, and discusses how our brains process loss. Tess emphasizes the importance of allowing oneself to grieve and offers practical advice and rituals for navigating the emotional landscape of loss. Through poetic reflections, she captures the essence of grief as a companion that shapes our lives, urging listeners to honor their emotions and seek connection in their healing journey.

Takeaways

• Grief is a unique journey that varies for each individual.
• Finite grief is associated with a clear loss, while ambiguous grief is more complex.
• Grief can sneak up on you in unexpected moments.
• It's important to allow yourself to feel grief rather than suppress it.
• The brain struggles to reconcile the absence of a loved one, leading to emotional dissonance.
• Creating personal rituals can help honor the memory of those we've lost.
• Grief is not something to be fixed; it is a part of our emotional landscape.
• Allowing grief to surface can lead to healing and understanding.
• You are not alone in your grief; reach out for support.
• Grief is a testament to the love we have for those who are gone.