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Episode Synopsis
Welcome to Episode 23 of the Soulful Practices Podcast!
Join Michelle Holling-Brooks as she guides us on a journey to Free the Heart to Love. Inspired by Oscar Wilde’s words, “To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance,” Michelle explores how embracing all parts of ourselves—especially those we find challenging—can lead to a deep, lasting love affair with life itself.
This week, Michelle builds a Healing Practice around noticing and releasing the protective layers that keep us from fully accepting and expressing our true selves.
In this episode, Michelle shares:
Insights into why we build protective layers and how they impact our lives
A powerful story of one young man’s journey to break free from self-imposed barriers
A mindfulness reflection to help us recognize and extend compassion to hidden parts of ourselves
Join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with us on our social channels to explore practices that resonate with you. We’re here to support your journey toward holistic healing and greater self-love.
Resources and Teacher Mentioned
The story I shared during this episode is an excerpt of one of the stories from my first book - The Horse Cure. Click here to purchase the book and connect with similar stories of hope and healing.
Caroline Myss - The practice from this episode is a version of a practice that Caroline Myss teaches in her book, Entering the Castle. Click here to find out more about her work.
Golden Buddha Story - There are many tellings of this story. The link for this one is by Tara Brach, a teacher I introduced in other episodes.
▶️ NOTE ON ME 🙂: I am certified as a Usui Reiki Master and Teacher, Archetypal Consultant through Caroline Myss, Somatic IFS Informed Practitioner and Healer, Healing and Spiritual Coach, and Trauma Informed Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher.
Connect with us!
Instagram
Facebook
LinkedIn
YouTube Podcast
Ways to Work and Study with Michelle and Unbridled Change
Unbridled Change Blog
Connecting with Joy! - Online Membership Community: Connecting with Joy! Podcast
Unbridled Soul - Online small cohort mentorship courses in the Healing and Spiritual Arts
Our Mission
At Unbridled Change, our mission is to support you in discovering healing, engaging soul, and cultivating well-being. Visit our website at Unbridled Change to learn more.
Join Michelle Holling-Brooks as she guides us on a journey to Free the Heart to Love. Inspired by Oscar Wilde’s words, “To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance,” Michelle explores how embracing all parts of ourselves—especially those we find challenging—can lead to a deep, lasting love affair with life itself.
This week, Michelle builds a Healing Practice around noticing and releasing the protective layers that keep us from fully accepting and expressing our true selves.
In this episode, Michelle shares:
Insights into why we build protective layers and how they impact our lives
A powerful story of one young man’s journey to break free from self-imposed barriers
A mindfulness reflection to help us recognize and extend compassion to hidden parts of ourselves
Join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with us on our social channels to explore practices that resonate with you. We’re here to support your journey toward holistic healing and greater self-love.
Resources and Teacher Mentioned
The story I shared during this episode is an excerpt of one of the stories from my first book - The Horse Cure. Click here to purchase the book and connect with similar stories of hope and healing.
Caroline Myss - The practice from this episode is a version of a practice that Caroline Myss teaches in her book, Entering the Castle. Click here to find out more about her work.
Golden Buddha Story - There are many tellings of this story. The link for this one is by Tara Brach, a teacher I introduced in other episodes.
▶️ NOTE ON ME 🙂: I am certified as a Usui Reiki Master and Teacher, Archetypal Consultant through Caroline Myss, Somatic IFS Informed Practitioner and Healer, Healing and Spiritual Coach, and Trauma Informed Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher.
Connect with us!
YouTube Podcast
Ways to Work and Study with Michelle and Unbridled Change
Unbridled Change Blog
Connecting with Joy! - Online Membership Community: Connecting with Joy! Podcast
Unbridled Soul - Online small cohort mentorship courses in the Healing and Spiritual Arts
Our Mission
At Unbridled Change, our mission is to support you in discovering healing, engaging soul, and cultivating well-being. Visit our website at Unbridled Change to learn more.
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