In every relationship, there are three entities to consider. There is yourself, your partner, and the relationship as a whole.

This conversation was so enlightening with Dr. Oberdan, as we explored the importance of getting to know one's Self, and how that extrapolates into the health of a relationship with another. Sharing your life with someone is a constant dance, and as continuously evolving creatures we always have to give and take, push and pull, and do so effectively with the help of effective communication. Easier said than done, of course! But as Dr. O so eloquently articulates, getting to know one's Self is first and foremost the most important thing.

Dr Oberdan Marianetti is a UK-trained psychologist with a US doctorate in Clinical Sexology and combines over two decades of international experience. First as an in-house psychologist for financial institutions where he was the Global Head of the Learning and Organisational Development team at the peak of his career and then as an independent professional.Having successfully transitioned in and out of the corporate world twice, he is well-versed in navigating and understanding the challenges of modern life from both ends of the spectrum.

In 2015, Dr Marianetti pursued his calling and opened his first clinic in Singapore to serve the local community, focusing on relationship and sexuality challenges.

Dr Marianetti’s trailblazing spirit extends beyond his field of work. Continually driven by a thirst for knowledge and innovation, he remains on a perpetual quest for new theories, approaches, and techniques, all aimed at finding more impactful ways to assist his clients in rediscovering their inner power and purpose.

To find out more about Dr. O's retreats, VISIT THIS LINK!

Episode Highlights:
Dr. O’s explanation of the Self and the importance of getting to know yourself
The 3 Core Types of Self
Getting to know your own dashboard
How to know when you’re veering off path and how to better listen to the alerts/signs that come from within
How conditioning prohibits us from connecting to the Self
The importance of connection as a predictor of success, longevity, health etc.
The three entities in a relationship (me, you, us)
The equation: Familiar = Safe and how this equation shows up in our relationships
Having awareness of your own triggers/patterns, and being curious of your partner's
What are the barriers to couples that are "stuck" in their marriage/relationship
Should couples stay together just for the kids?
The importance of course correcting when couples are in conflict
Working on your Self is not selfish, it is altruistic!

Get in touch with Stephanie:

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

Thank you for Listening Well!

In every relationship, there are three entities to consider. There is yourself, your partner, and the relationship as a whole.
This conversation was so enlightening with Dr. Oberdan, as we explored the importance of getting to know one's Self, and how that extrapolates into the health of a relationship with another. Sharing your life with someone is a constant dance, and as continuously evolving creatures we always have to give and take, push and pull, and do so effectively with the help of effective communication. Easier said than done, of course! But as Dr. O so eloquently articulates, getting to know one's Self is first and foremost the most important thing.
Dr Oberdan Marianetti is a UK-trained psychologist with a US doctorate in Clinical Sexology and combines over two decades of international experience. First as an in-house psychologist for financial institutions where he was the Global Head of the Learning and Organisational Development team at the peak of his career and then as an independent professional.Having successfully transitioned in and out of the corporate world twice, he is well-versed in navigating and understanding the challenges of modern life from both ends of the spectrum.
In 2015, Dr Marianetti pursued his calling and opened his first clinic in Singapore to serve the local community, focusing on relationship and sexuality challenges.
Dr Marianetti’s trailblazing spirit extends beyond his field of work. Continually driven by a thirst for knowledge and innovation, he remains on a perpetual quest for new theories, approaches, and techniques, all aimed at finding more impactful ways to assist his clients in rediscovering their inner power and purpose.
To find out more about Dr. O's retreats, VISIT THIS <a href="https://bit.ly/3T6nxQm">LINK!</a>
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li>Dr. O’s explanation of the Self and the importance of getting to know yourself</li>
<li>The 3 Core Types of Self</li>
<li>Getting to know your own dashboard</li>
<li>How to know when you’re veering off path and how to better listen to the alerts/signs that come from within</li>
<li>How conditioning prohibits us from connecting to the Self</li>
<li>The importance of connection as a predictor of success, longevity, health etc.</li>
<li>The three entities in a relationship (me, you, us)</li>
<li>The equation: Familiar = Safe and how this equation shows up in our relationships</li>
<li>Having awareness of your own triggers/patterns, and being curious of your partner's</li>
<li>What are the barriers to couples that are "stuck" in their marriage/relationship</li>
<li>Should couples stay together just for the kids?</li>
<li>The importance of course correcting when couples are in conflict</li>
<li>Working on your Self is not selfish, it is altruistic!</li>
</ul>
Get in touch with Stephanie:
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>
Thank you for Listening Well!

Understanding Our Self In Relationships with Dr. Oberdan Marianetti

This episode may get your heads scratching if you're tuning in from a society that has very specific relationship dynamics and arrangements in place. My curiosity to how other's live their lives and what they deem as healthy for their relationships has never been higher, as I am in the process of becoming the best partner and friend myself.

In this episode, I speak to Akil Apollo Davis, a full-time Performing Artist & Theatre Professor of Mask and Art Aesthetic. He has been a unique and influential presence in New York City’s performance, educational and cultural avant-garde for 2 decades. We discuss the ins and outs of this thing called Sex Positivity. And to give you a brief idea, sex positivity is a social and cultural movement that promotes an affirmative and open attitude towards all aspects of sexuality. It encourages individuals to embrace and explore their own sexual desires, preferences, and identities without judgment or shame. Sex positivity emphasizes the importance of consent, communication, and respect in sexual relationships.

He has trained with Monks in Thailand, Brahmans in Bali, Witches in New York, and has worked with Psychologists to bridge the gaps between esoteric knowledge and classical paradigms.

Akil’s Karmic mantra: there must be more light.

Episode Highlights
Meet the one and only Akil
How he went from celibacy to monogamy to discovering consensual non-monogamy
Akil's understanding of attachment and fear in relationships
The establishment of monogamy
Accessing your healthy sexual energy
The tiers of being non-monogamous, and the importance of communication on your wants and needs
Emotional maturity
Real life examples on how non-monogamy works
The ins and outs of play parties
The downsides of sex positivity/monogamy
Compersion - a new word to remember

Resources, courtesy of Akil:Sex-Positivity for Curious Minds

1.“The Ethical Slut: A Practical Guide to Polyamory, Open Relationships & Other Adventures” by Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy
2.“Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life” by Emily Nagoski
3.“Sex at Dawn: How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What It Means for Modern Relationships” by Christopher Ryan and Cacilda Jethá
4.“Opening Up: A Guide to Creating and Sustaining Open Relationships” by Tristan Taormino
5.“What Makes a Baby” by Cory Silverberg (for all kinds of families)
6.“Queer: A Graphic History” by Meg-John Barker and Julia Scheele
7.“The New Topping Book” by Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy
8.“The New Bottoming Book” by Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy
9.“Girl Sex 101” by Allison Moon and KD Diamond
10.“Pussy: A Reclamation” by Regena Thomashauer
11.“Urban Tantra: Sacred Sex for the Twenty-First Century” by Barbara Carrellas
12.“Sex God Method” by Daniel Rose
13.“The Art of Sexual Magic: Cultivating Sexual Energy to Transform Your Life” by Margo Anand 

Psychological and Emotional Work for Curious Minds
1.“The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma” by Bessel van der Kolk
2.“The Sexual Healing Journey: A Guide for Survivors of Sexual Abuse” by Wendy Maltz
3.“Healing Sex: A Mind-Body Approach to Healing Sexual Trauma” by Staci Haines
4.“Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha” by Tara Brach
5.“The Mastery of Love: A Practical Guide to the Art of Relationship” by Don Miguel Ruiz
6.“Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love” by Dr. Sue Johnson
7.“More Than Two: A Practical Guide to Ethical Polyamory” by Franklin Veaux and Eve Rickert
8.“Love’s Executioner and Other Tales of Psychotherapy” by Irvin D. Yalom
9.“Sexual Intelligence: What We Really Want from Sex—and How to Get It” by Marty Klein 

Improving Your Sex Life
1.“She Comes First: The Thinking Man’s Guide to Pleasuring a Woman” by Ian Kerner
2.“The Multi-Orgasmic Man: Sexual Secrets Every Man Should Know” by Mantak Chia and Douglas Abrams
3.“The Ultimate Guide to Kink: BDSM, Role Play and the Erotic Edge” by Tristan Taormino
4.“The Multi-Orgasmic Woman: How Any Woman Can Experience Ultimate Pleasure and Dramatically Enhance Her Health and Happiness” by Mantak Chia and Rachel Carlton Abrams
5.“The Multi-Orgasmic Couple: How Couples Can Dramatically Enhance Their Pleasure, Intimacy, and Health” by Mantak Chia, Maneewan Chia, Douglas Abrams, and Rachel Carlton Abrams
6.“The Enlightened Sex Manual: Sexual Skills for the Superior Lover” by David Deida
7.“Guide to Getting It On: Unzipped” by Paul Joannides, Psy.D.
8.“Passionista: The Empowered Woman’s Guide to Pleasuring a Man” by Ian Kerner 

Get in touch with Stephanie:

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

Thank you for Listening Well!

This episode may get your heads scratching if you're tuning in from a society that has very specific relationship dynamics and arrangements in place. My curiosity to how other's live their lives and what they deem as healthy for their relationships has never been higher, as I am in the process of becoming the best partner and friend myself. In this episode, I speak to Akil Apollo Davis, a full-time Performing Artist &amp; Theatre Professor of Mask and Art Aesthetic. He has been a unique and influential presence in New York City’s performance, educational and cultural avant-garde for 2 decades. We discuss the ins and outs of this thing called Sex Positivity. And to give you a brief idea, sex positivity is a social and cultural movement that promotes an affirmative and open attitude towards all aspects of sexuality. It encourages individuals to embrace and explore their own sexual desires, preferences, and identities without judgment or shame. Sex positivity emphasizes the importance of consent, communication, and respect in sexual relationships.
He has trained with Monks in Thailand, Brahmans in Bali, Witches in New York, and has worked with Psychologists to bridge the gaps between esoteric knowledge and classical paradigms.
Akil’s Karmic mantra: there must be more light.
Episode Highlights
<ul>
<li>Meet the one and only Akil</li>
<li>How he went from celibacy to monogamy to discovering consensual non-monogamy</li>
<li>Akil's understanding of attachment and fear in relationships</li>
<li>The establishment of monogamy</li>
<li>Accessing your healthy sexual energy</li>
<li>The tiers of being non-monogamous, and the importance of communication on your wants and needs</li>
<li>Emotional maturity</li>
<li>Real life examples on how non-monogamy works</li>
<li>The ins and outs of play parties</li>
<li>The downsides of sex positivity/monogamy</li>
<li>Compersion - a new word to remember</li>
</ul>
Resources, courtesy of Akil:Sex-Positivity for Curious Minds
1.“The Ethical Slut: A Practical Guide to Polyamory, Open Relationships &amp; Other Adventures” by Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy 2.“Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life” by Emily Nagoski 3.“Sex at Dawn: How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What It Means for Modern Relationships” by Christopher Ryan and Cacilda Jethá 4.“Opening Up: A Guide to Creating and Sustaining Open Relationships” by Tristan Taormino 5.“What Makes a Baby” by Cory Silverberg (for all kinds of families) 6.“Queer: A Graphic History” by Meg-John Barker and Julia Scheele 7.“The New Topping Book” by Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy 8.“The New Bottoming Book” by Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy 9.“Girl Sex 101” by Allison Moon and KD Diamond 10.“Pussy: A Reclamation” by Regena Thomashauer 11.“Urban Tantra: Sacred Sex for the Twenty-First Century” by Barbara Carrellas 12.“Sex God Method” by Daniel Rose 13.“The Art of Sexual Magic: Cultivating Sexual Energy to Transform Your Life” by Margo Anand  Psychological and Emotional Work for Curious Minds 1.“The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma” by Bessel van der Kolk 2.“The Sexual Healing Journey: A Guide for Survivors of Sexual Abuse” by Wendy Maltz 3.“Healing Sex: A Mind-Body Approach to Healing Sexual Trauma” by Staci Haines 4.“Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha” by Tara Brach 5.“The Mastery of Love: A Practical Guide to the Art of Relationship” by Don Miguel Ruiz 6.“Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love” by Dr. Sue Johnson 7.“More Than Two: A Practical Guide to Ethical Polyamory” by Franklin Veaux and Eve Rickert 8.“Love’s Executioner and Other Tales of Psychotherapy” by Irvin D. Yalom 9.“Sexual Intelligence: What We Really Want from Sex—and How to Get It” by Marty Klein  Improving Your Sex Life 1.“She Comes First: The Thinking Man’s Guide to Pleasuring a Woman” by Ian Kerner 2.“The Multi-Orgasmic Man: Sexual Secrets Every Man Should Know” by Mantak Chia and Douglas Abrams 3.“The Ultimate Guide to Kink: BDSM, Role Play and the Erotic Edge” by Tristan Taormino 4.“The Multi-Orgasmic Woman: How Any Woman Can Experience Ultimate Pleasure and Dramatically Enhance Her Health and Happiness” by Mantak Chia and Rachel Carlton Abrams 5.“The Multi-Orgasmic Couple: How Couples Can Dramatically Enhance Their Pleasure, Intimacy, and Health” by Mantak Chia, Maneewan Chia, Douglas Abrams, and Rachel Carlton Abrams 6.“The Enlightened Sex Manual: Sexual Skills for the Superior Lover” by David Deida 7.“Guide to Getting It On: Unzipped” by Paul Joannides, Psy.D. 8.“Passionista: The Empowered Woman’s Guide to Pleasuring a Man” by Ian Kerner 
Get in touch with Stephanie:
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>
Thank you for Listening Well!

All About Sex Positivity with Akil Apollo Davis

"Wise mind" is a concept often used in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), a type of psychotherapy developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan. It refers to a state of mind where an individual integrates both emotional and rational thinking processes in order to lead to better decision-making and emotional regulation. In DBT, wise mind is considered the optimal mental state for making decisions and coping with life's challenges, and through my DBT journey and learning and integrating more of wise mind in my interactions, it has completely transformed my life in more ways than one.

The idea behind wise mind is that there are three primary states of mind: emotional mind, rational mind, and wise mind. Emotional mind is dominated by emotions, while rational mind is dominated by logical thinking. Wise mind is the balance between the two, where emotions are acknowledged and considered alongside rational thought.

Don't get me wrong I don't always get it right. I often get overwhelmed by certain choices and decisions and it is then that I feel my emotion mind come in. But like with everything, it's a journey. My goals are to make decisions that are both logical and emotionally healthy, and it all starts with a little mindfulness, baby.

I hope you enjoyed this episode, and thanks so much for Listening Well!

Get in touch with Stephanie:

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

"Wise mind" is a concept often used in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), a type of psychotherapy developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan. It refers to a state of mind where an individual integrates both emotional and rational thinking processes in order to lead to better decision-making and emotional regulation. In DBT, wise mind is considered the optimal mental state for making decisions and coping with life's challenges, and through my DBT journey and learning and integrating more of wise mind in my interactions, it has completely transformed my life in more ways than one.
The idea behind wise mind is that there are three primary states of mind: emotional mind, rational mind, and wise mind. Emotional mind is dominated by emotions, while rational mind is dominated by logical thinking. Wise mind is the balance between the two, where emotions are acknowledged and considered alongside rational thought.
Don't get me wrong I don't always get it right. I often get overwhelmed by certain choices and decisions and it is then that I feel my emotion mind come in. But like with everything, it's a journey. My goals are to make decisions that are both logical and emotionally healthy, and it all starts with a little mindfulness, baby.
I hope you enjoyed this episode, and thanks so much for Listening Well!
Get in touch with Stephanie:
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>

Navigating Life Through Wise Mind

Intimacy is something we all seek. Be it with a romantic partner, a friend, or even your parents! In this episode, I speak to Viv Kan to discuss mindful intimacy as it pertains to a romantic relationship.

Viv Kan  is a Mindful Intimacy Coach who helps busy individuals transform their  relationships by connecting the mind, body, breath, Yoni & Lingam.  Her mission is to help individuals and couples deepen their connection  through normalizing and educating the practice of mindful intimacy,  pleasure and desire. She is a trained practitioner of Yoni and Lingam massage and is a speaker at TEDx the Hong Kong Mental Health Conference. Viv is a certified Mindfulness Life Coach, Mental Health First Aider, RYT500, and the founder of Mindful Intimacy and Kan Elevate Corporate Wellness.

Episode Highlights:
Viv's journey into becoming a Mindful Intimacy Coach
Why intimacy is so important in your relationships
The importance of listening to one another in a relationship
How to mitigate communication blocks with your partner
Yoni and Lingam workshops
The ways ladies can achieve optimal orgasm
The importance in sleep in hormonal balance and libido
The difference between Doing energy and Being energy
How to overcome your addiction to your vibrator
Viv's tips on how to connect better with your Yoni or Lingam

Get in touch with Stephanie:

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

Thank you for Listening Well!

Intimacy is something we all seek. Be it with a romantic partner, a friend, or even your parents! In this episode, I speak to Viv Kan to discuss mindful intimacy as it pertains to a romantic relationship.
Viv Kan  is a Mindful Intimacy Coach who helps busy individuals transform their  relationships by connecting the mind, body, breath, Yoni &amp; Lingam.  Her mission is to help individuals and couples deepen their connection  through normalizing and educating the practice of mindful intimacy,  pleasure and desire. She is a trained practitioner of Yoni and Lingam massage and is a speaker at TEDx the Hong Kong Mental Health Conference. Viv is a certified Mindfulness Life Coach, Mental Health First Aider, RYT500, and the founder of Mindful Intimacy and Kan Elevate Corporate Wellness.
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li>Viv's journey into becoming a Mindful Intimacy Coach</li>
<li>Why intimacy is so important in your relationships</li>
<li>The importance of listening to one another in a relationship</li>
<li>How to mitigate communication blocks with your partner</li>
<li>Yoni and Lingam workshops</li>
<li>The ways ladies can achieve optimal orgasm</li>
<li>The importance in sleep in hormonal balance and libido</li>
<li>The difference between Doing energy and Being energy</li>
<li>How to overcome your addiction to your vibrator</li>
<li>Viv's tips on how to connect better with your Yoni or Lingam</li>
</ul>
Get in touch with Stephanie:
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>
Thank you for Listening Well!

Mindful Intimacy with Viv Kan

In this episode, I reflect on how can we access our BEING mind in the midst of a DOING world? 

Upon recording this episode, I am in the depths of the alps, in a valley called Roseg, just outside of the bougie town of St. Moritz. My holiday mode is in full activation, and I can feel my body and mind in a very quiet, serene state of rest. I am far from the bustling city of Singapore, I am away from the friendship orbs and home responsibilities, I am away from the sheer buzz I can feel from my fellow neighbors. The complete change of environment has put in me in a state of BEING which I can feel so intimately.

It's like I’ve taken a back seat in life, where this time and space has allowed me to relish on the little miracles Life has to offer. I can find my breath with greater ease, and more often. The attitude of gratitude becomes more apparent. A stark contrast from the constant swirl of energy and the need to fill in moments of down time that I experience in Singapore. I often wonder why simply doing nothing proves to be such a challenge in the city, not to mention the perception that if you aren’t doing anything, you are wasting your time and thus aren’t moving efficiently on the hamster wheel.

As I feel my nervous system "smoothen" out, it has got me reflecting on what it means to be in BEING state of mind vs a DOING state of mind. I am reflecting on the ways I live in both extremes, and why it is that we can’t find this middle ground where there is a healthy balance of simply BEING, and thus so tied into the moment, but also to operate in a healthy state of DOING where we can support ourselves financially and to keep that drive and fire in our bellies burning.

Get in touch with Stephanie:

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

Thank you for Listening Well!

In this episode, I reflect on how can we access our BEING mind in the midst of a DOING world? 
Upon recording this episode, I am in the depths of the alps, in a valley called Roseg, just outside of the bougie town of St. Moritz. My holiday mode is in full activation, and I can feel my body and mind in a very quiet, serene state of rest. I am far from the bustling city of Singapore, I am away from the friendship orbs and home responsibilities, I am away from the sheer buzz I can feel from my fellow neighbors. The complete change of environment has put in me in a state of BEING which I can feel so intimately.
It's like I’ve taken a back seat in life, where this time and space has allowed me to relish on the little miracles Life has to offer. I can find my breath with greater ease, and more often. The attitude of gratitude becomes more apparent. A stark contrast from the constant swirl of energy and the need to fill in moments of down time that I experience in Singapore. I often wonder why simply doing nothing proves to be such a challenge in the city, not to mention the perception that if you aren’t doing anything, you are wasting your time and thus aren’t moving efficiently on the hamster wheel.
As I feel my nervous system "smoothen" out, it has got me reflecting on what it means to be in BEING state of mind vs a DOING state of mind. I am reflecting on the ways I live in both extremes, and why it is that we can’t find this middle ground where there is a healthy balance of simply BEING, and thus so tied into the moment, but also to operate in a healthy state of DOING where we can support ourselves financially and to keep that drive and fire in our bellies burning.
Get in touch with Stephanie:
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>
Thank you for Listening Well!

Being Mind vs. Doing Mind

Barlas Gunay is a licenced psychologist and a certified meditation and mindfulness teacher based in the Netherlands. He works with English and Turkish speakers from all over the world reparent themselves, heal their  inner child, and achieve their growth goals. In addition to running his  psychotherapy private practice, he also creates daily self-reparenting content for his quickly growing Instagram account, @acceptandact.To get  access to his exclusive teachings, and to support his work, you can become a member to his Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/acceptandact

Episode Highlights:
The archetypes of our inner child
The ways you can detect your inner child
Reparenting your inner child, and the ways you can do it
The importance of showing up for yourself
The ways emotions show up as a teacher
Reparenting as a constant process
Diving into schema therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT)
Emotion regulation
cPTSD and the myths around it 

Get in touch with Stephanie:

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

Thank you for Listening Well!

Barlas Gunay is a licenced psychologist and a certified meditation and mindfulness teacher based in the Netherlands. He works with English and Turkish speakers from all over the world reparent themselves, heal their  inner child, and achieve their growth goals. In addition to running his  psychotherapy private practice, he also creates daily self-reparenting content for his quickly growing Instagram account, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/acceptandact/">@acceptandact</a>.To get  access to his exclusive teachings, and to support his work, you can become a member to his Patreon at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/acceptandact">https://www.patreon.com/acceptandact</a>
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li>The archetypes of our inner child</li>
<li>The ways you can detect your inner child</li>
<li>Reparenting your inner child, and the ways you can do it</li>
<li>The importance of showing up for yourself</li>
<li>The ways emotions show up as a teacher</li>
<li>Reparenting as a constant process</li>
<li>Diving into schema therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT)</li>
<li>Emotion regulation</li>
<li>cPTSD and the myths around it </li>
</ul>
Get in touch with Stephanie:
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>
Thank you for Listening Well!

Reparenting Your Inner Child with Barlas Gunay

Shervin Boloorian is Founder of Sound Healing Bali and a graduate of Tama-Do (Way of the Soul) sound and color therapist. Shervin is also the CoFounder of Bali Sound Healers Collective, the world’s first community of sound healers and an award winning music artist.

Currently based in Ubud, Shervin earned his professional credentials as a sound therapist from Fabien Maman’s Tama-Do “Way of the Soul” Academy (started in 1988), holds a Masters Degree, is trained in urban shamanism, is a passionate lifelong vocalist, songwriter and multi-instrumental musician.Shervin is celebrated internationally and in Bali for his group and one-on-one skills as a sound healing practitioner. He was in 2018 named one of Bali’s top 5 Healers (Honeycombers Intl).  Shervin’s Sound Healing sessions were also highlighted as one of two Yoga Barn activities “not to be missed “in Ubud by Yoga Magazine International.  Shervin also trains others in sound healing and has presented at Google Corporate Offices in Singapore.

Shervin facilitates regular live, multi-instrumental Sound Medicine journeys at the Yoga Barn in Ubud, Bali’s historic and most popular yoga studio. Individual premium sound therapy sessions are available at Swasti Eco Cottages also in Ubud. Shervin also offers private one-on-one and group sessions for visiting Bali guests, retreats, Festivals, yoga teacher trainings, and has presented at holistic centers and festivals worldwide.

Episode Highlights:
The rise of sound healing popularity
The benefits of sound healing
The universality of music
Music as a way to connect and heal the disconnect from the world
Different types of sound therapy
Shervin's quest to create a safe container to simply feel.

Get in touch with Stephanie:

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

Thank you for Listening Well!

Shervin Boloorian is Founder of Sound Healing Bali and a graduate of Tama-Do (Way of the Soul) sound and color therapist. Shervin is also the CoFounder of <a href="https://soundhealingbali.com/bali-sound-healing/bali-sound-healers-collective/">Bali Sound Healers Collective, the world’s first community of sound healers </a>and <a href="https://www.wfmj.com/story/42666233/winners-of-the-4th-annual-peace-song-awards-announced-in-a-virtual-ceremony-on-the-international-day-of-peace">an award winning music artist</a>.
Currently based in Ubud, Shervin earned his professional credentials as a sound therapist from <a href="http://www.tama-do.com">Fabien Maman’s Tama-Do “Way of the Soul” Academy</a> (started in 1988), holds a Masters Degree, is trained in urban shamanism, is a passionate lifelong vocalist, songwriter and multi-instrumental musician.Shervin is celebrated internationally and in Bali for his group and one-on-one skills as a sound healing practitioner. He was in 2018 named one of Bali’s top 5 Healers (Honeycombers Intl).  Shervin’s Sound Healing sessions were also highlighted as one of two Yoga Barn activities “not to be missed “in Ubud by <a href="http://www.yogamagazine.com/there%E2%80%99s-something-bali-ubud%E2%80%99s-top-hangout-spots/">Yoga Magazine International</a>.  Shervin also trains others in sound healing and has presented at Google Corporate Offices in Singapore.
Shervin facilitates regular live, multi-instrumental <a href="https://soundhealingbali.com/sound-medicine/">Sound Medicine journeys</a> at the Yoga Barn in Ubud, Bali’s historic and most popular yoga studio. <a href="https://soundhealingbali.com/book-a-one-on-one-sound-healing/">Individual premium sound therapy sessions are available at Swasti Eco Cottages also in Ubud</a>. Shervin also offers private one-on-one and group sessions for visiting Bali guests, retreats, Festivals, yoga teacher trainings, and has presented at holistic centers and festivals worldwide.
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li>The rise of sound healing popularity</li>
<li>The benefits of sound healing</li>
<li>The universality of music</li>
<li>Music as a way to connect and heal the disconnect from the world</li>
<li>Different types of sound therapy</li>
<li>Shervin's quest to create a safe container to simply feel.</li>
</ul>
Get in touch with Stephanie:
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>
Thank you for Listening Well!

The World Of Sound Healing with Shervin Baloorian

Kathy (She/They) is an entrepreneur, educator and therapist based in Singapore. With a family background in Traditional Chinese Medicine, she started her journey in mindfulness, yoga and the healing arts at the age of 14. Kathy is a licensed Craniosacral Therapist and professional member of Pacific Association of Craniosacral Therapists (PACT) offering healing and recovery by gently guiding the body, mind and spirit back to its natural state of harmony. Kathy wholeheartedly believes in the innate intelligence of the body and the role of touch in facilitating deep rest and transformation. 

Throughout her years of practice, she now combines Craniosacral Therapy with other modalities from Myofascial release, Somato emotional release, Neural manipulation and Visceral manipulation. Outside of manual therapy, she is also a certified sound therapist and therapist trainer in Singapore. Her deepest purpose is to help others explore their internal landscapes, to better understand their nervous system and health so that they can find their way back to well-being. She works one-on-one with clients at Soma Haus with a focus on chronic pain and trauma. Soma Haus is the manifestation of her dream to build community, transform the perspectives of health and to bring holistic wellness education to a wider audience.

Episode highlights:
How Kathy has been coping and her wellness regime as a new business owner and entrepreneur
Craniosacral Therapy and how Kathy uses this practice to heal others 
How we understand the nervous system 
The innate ways a body can heal on its own with appropriate therapies/tools
The Vague Nerve 
The nervous system and how it responds to trauma 
The importance of integration and reflection after a healing session.
When our stress response becomes maladaptive
Nervous system dysregulation and a testimony on its symptoms
Why Kathy doesn’t believe that “Time heals all”

Get in touch with Stephanie:

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

Thank you for Listening Well!

Kathy (She/They) is an entrepreneur, educator and therapist based in Singapore. With a family background in Traditional Chinese Medicine, she started her journey in mindfulness, yoga and the healing arts at the age of 14. Kathy is a licensed Craniosacral Therapist and professional member of Pacific Association of Craniosacral Therapists (PACT) offering healing and recovery by gently guiding the body, mind and spirit back to its natural state of harmony. Kathy wholeheartedly believes in the innate intelligence of the body and the role of touch in facilitating deep rest and transformation. 
Throughout her years of practice, she now combines Craniosacral Therapy with other modalities from Myofascial release, Somato emotional release, Neural manipulation and Visceral manipulation. Outside of manual therapy, she is also a certified sound therapist and therapist trainer in Singapore. Her deepest purpose is to help others explore their internal landscapes, to better understand their nervous system and health so that they can find their way back to well-being. She works one-on-one with clients at<a href="https://somahaus.co/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://somahaus.co/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1704100081296000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3PydepB0iYV7EQhtskqSVu" data-removefontsize="true" data-originalcomputedfontsize="17.8787"> Soma Haus</a> with a focus on chronic pain and trauma. Soma Haus is the manifestation of her dream to build community, transform the perspectives of health and to bring holistic wellness education to a wider audience. Episode highlights:
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<li>How Kathy has been coping and her wellness regime as a new business owner and entrepreneur</li>
<li>Craniosacral Therapy and how Kathy uses this practice to heal others </li>
<li>How we understand the nervous system </li>
<li>The innate ways a body can heal on its own with appropriate therapies/tools</li>
<li>The Vague Nerve </li>
<li>The nervous system and how it responds to trauma </li>
<li>The importance of integration and reflection after a healing session.</li>
<li>When our stress response becomes maladaptive</li>
<li>Nervous system dysregulation and a testimony on its symptoms</li>
<li>Why Kathy doesn’t believe that “Time heals all”</li>
</ul>
Get in touch with Stephanie:
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>
Thank you for Listening Well!

Nervous System Health with Kathy Gabriel

Have you reacted to a trigger out of an assumption?

It is important to take the opportunity to step back, as the observer, and sort through what we are noticing, rather than getting caught up in and carried away by unchecked thoughts, without realising that we may be consumed by them. This is when we become prone to reacting from emotions rather than responding to the facts of the situation. We end up experiencing these really intense emotions and have unnecessary suffering. Suffering is not necessary.

I find that one of the outcomes of working on your emotional maturity, is being able to examine whether our emotional reaction FITS THE FACTS of the situation we are in. How many times have you reacted to what someone said because of a situation and you become completely engrossed in that emotion. You have justified the ways that you are right for feeling a certain way when really, it might have been stemmed from a fear, or an unearthed trauma, or simply a trigger embedded deep into your subconscious. It happens!

But, one of the biggest lessons and takeaways on this journey of emotional regulation, and really on my mental health, is actually training myself to take the time to slow down, and check the facts of the situation before I react. To RESPOND to the facts of the situation instead of REACTING to the emotions that I flood my system.

I learned this tool from the Dialectical Behavioural Therapy course I have been doing for the past couple of months, and it's proven to be soooo effective!

I do hope you enjoy this episode!

Get in touch with Stephanie:

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

Thank you for Listening Well!

Have you reacted to a trigger out of an assumption?
It is important to take the opportunity to step back, as the observer, and sort through what we are noticing, rather than getting caught up in and carried away by unchecked thoughts, without realising that we may be consumed by them. This is when we become prone to reacting from emotions rather than responding to the facts of the situation. We end up experiencing these really intense emotions and have unnecessary suffering. Suffering is not necessary.
I find that one of the outcomes of working on your emotional maturity, is being able to examine whether our emotional reaction FITS THE FACTS of the situation we are in. How many times have you reacted to what someone said because of a situation and you become completely engrossed in that emotion. You have justified the ways that you are right for feeling a certain way when really, it might have been stemmed from a fear, or an unearthed trauma, or simply a trigger embedded deep into your subconscious. It happens!
But, one of the biggest lessons and takeaways on this journey of emotional regulation, and really on my mental health, is actually training myself to take the time to slow down, and check the facts of the situation before I react. To RESPOND to the facts of the situation instead of REACTING to the emotions that I flood my system.
I learned this tool from the Dialectical Behavioural Therapy course I have been doing for the past couple of months, and it's proven to be soooo effective!
I do hope you enjoy this episode!
Get in touch with Stephanie:
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>
Thank you for Listening Well!

Check Your Facts Before You React!

Azimah is a multidimensional embodiment coach specializing in mindful movement and emotional autonomy. Originally from Singapore, she is now based in San Diego, California, serving people all over the world. Her passion for guiding others into empowerment began from growing up in a fitness-centric family, and over the years this has evolved into guiding people to free themselves from various manifestations of pain. She has put together tools that helped her over the past 15 years in healing from injuries, depression, disordered eating, chronic anxiety, addiction and sexual trauma recovery, through a self inquiry practice that she shares with her clients - to ultimately guide them home to themselves just as she has found her way.

We had a juicy conversation, and I hope you find this conversation as inspiring to reconnect and reclaim your sexuality as I did. If you feel disconnected with your yoni, this conversation will surely inspire you to reconnect and know her better.

Get in touch with Azimah: Website | Instagram

Get in touch with Stephanie:

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

Thank you for Listening Well!

Azimah is a multidimensional embodiment coach specializing in mindful movement and emotional autonomy. Originally from Singapore, she is now based in San Diego, California, serving people all over the world. Her passion for guiding others into empowerment began from growing up in a fitness-centric family, and over the years this has evolved into guiding people to free themselves from various manifestations of pain. She has put together tools that helped her over the past 15 years in healing from injuries, depression, disordered eating, chronic anxiety, addiction and sexual trauma recovery, through a self inquiry practice that she shares with her clients - to ultimately guide them home to themselves just as she has found her way.
We had a juicy conversation, and I hope you find this conversation as inspiring to reconnect and reclaim your sexuality as I did. If you feel disconnected with your yoni, this conversation will surely inspire you to reconnect and know her better.
Get in touch with Azimah: <a href="http://iammightylight.com/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iam.mightylight/">Instagram</a>
Get in touch with Stephanie:
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>
Thank you for Listening Well!

Reclaiming Your Sexuality with Azimah Azmi

Welcome to the Listening Well Podcast, a space where I explore the many different facets that comprise the wellness industry with the intention to transform our chaos into clarity.

I'm Stephanie Bovis, a certified yoga and meditation teacher living in Singapore, with over 1000 hours dedicated to various avenues of practice. I am also a live event emcee, host, and voice-over artist, and thus have culminated my different career paths to birth this baby of mine, the Listening Well Podcast.

Through my own reflections and conversations with some pretty special people who have dedicated their lives to their own craft, I have found a healing space in my life. I hope that you too find a nugget or two of wisdom that can support your own journey too.

The path of self growth is messy, beautiful, and constantly on-going, and I am so happy to be here with you wherever you are on your journey.

Get in touch with Stephanie

www.listeningwellpodcast.com | @listeningwellpodcast

Thank you for Listening Well!

Welcome to the Listening Well Podcast, a space where I explore the many different facets that comprise the wellness industry with the intention to transform our chaos into clarity.
I'm Stephanie Bovis, a certified yoga and meditation teacher living in Singapore, with over 1000 hours dedicated to various avenues of practice. I am also a live event emcee, host, and voice-over artist, and thus have culminated my different career paths to birth this baby of mine, the Listening Well Podcast.
Through my own reflections and conversations with some pretty special people who have dedicated their lives to their own craft, I have found a healing space in my life. I hope that you too find a nugget or two of wisdom that can support your own journey too.
The path of self growth is messy, beautiful, and constantly on-going, and I am so happy to be here with you wherever you are on your journey.
Get in touch with Stephanie
<a href="http://www.listeningwellpodcast.com/">www.listeningwellpodcast.com</a><a href="http://www.stephaniebovis.com"></a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/listeningwellpodcast">@listeningwellpodcast</a>
Thank you for Listening Well!

Listening Well Podcast

Well hello there - I'm Stephanie Bovis and welcome to the Listening Well podcast, a space where I explore the different avenues of wellness with the aim to transform chaos into clarity in this crazy adventure we call Life. Alongside my own musings, I speak to amazing experts in their field, whose advice can help us live with a little more ease.

The path of self growth is messy, beautiful, and constantly on-going, and I am so happy to be here with you wherever you are on your journey.

Well hello there - I'm Stephanie Bovis and welcome to the Listening Well podcast, a space where I explore the different avenues of wellness with the aim to transform chaos into clarity in this crazy adventure we call Life. Alongside my own musings, I speak to amazing experts in their field, whose advice can help us live with a little more ease.
The path of self growth is messy, beautiful, and constantly on-going, and I am so happy to be here with you wherever you are on your journey.

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