Unlearning Survival Strategies That No Longer Actually Serve You with Owen Marcus

22/10/2024 46 min Temporada 4 Episodio 356
Unlearning Survival Strategies That No Longer Actually Serve You with Owen Marcus

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Feeling constantly tense, finding it hard to unwind or connect with others lately? Don't worry. You're not the only one facing this challenge! Many guys deal with stress without recognizing its effects on their physical health and relationships. Owen Marcus opens up about his experience living with Asperger and dyslexia, as well as how he found relief by letting go of stored stress, which even led to him gaining an inch in height as his muscles loosened up. In this conversation on stress, its impact on the body and emotional awareness, Owen highlights the importance of therapy, mindfulness techniques and genuine connections in handling stress and nurturing personal growth. His perspective offers an insight on how to handle stress and raise self worth. Owen touches on the significant yet simple strategies he uses to help men disconnect from work stress, discover their value and understand the role of polyvagal theory in human interactions. In this episode, you will be able to:Discover the transformative benefits of men's groups for personal growth and empowerment.Explore the powerful impact of somatic therapy on mental health and emotional well-being.Uncover effective strategies for overcoming stress through mindful practices for a more balanced life.Learn the art of integrating body and mind for holistic wellness and enhanced self-awareness.Master the art of navigating professional and personal life balance for a fulfilling and purposeful life.The key moments in this episode are:00:07:05 - Unconscious Mind and Body Connection00:14:55 - The Impact of Stress on Awareness and Disconnecting from Emotions00:18:26 - Rolfing as a Somatic Experience to Release Stress00:21:59 - Connecting Stress to Emotions Through the Body00:23:52 - Starting Points for Exploring Somatic Practices00:28:15 - Downregulating Stress Before Returning Home00:32:51 - Self-care and Worthiness00:36:40 - Overcoming Challenges and Embracing SuperpowersConnect with Owen MarcusWebsitehttps://meld.community/LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/owenmarcus/Instagramhttp://instagram.com/meld.menFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/meldmenConnect with Mike ForresterPodcast Websitehttps://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com Coaching Websitehttps://www.hicoachmike.com/ LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/ Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/hicoachmike

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