Episode SummaryIn this episode, Sarah explores the paradox of returning to our true selves by shedding the layers we've accumulated over time. She discusses how "unbecoming" the protective habits and limiting beliefs we've adopted allow us to return to our authentic nature.Key ConceptsUnbecoming to Become: The process of peeling away protective layers to return to our authentic selvesThe Breath as a Reconnection Tool: Using conscious breathing to bridge conscious and unconscious mindsThe Observer Practice: Developing the ability to witness emotional patterns without being swept away by themRest as Foundation: Understanding that rest isn't just recovery, but the foundation that makes all healing possibleEpisode OutlineMoving Away From OurselvesHow we disconnect from our true selves for safety, acceptance, or because of limiting beliefsThe cost of becoming someone other than our authentic selfSarah's personal journey of disconnection following childhood lossThe Path Back to AuthenticitySarah's healing journey beginning with Kundalini yogaThe importance of consistent practice in rewiring neural pathwaysCognitive behavioral therapy and identifying limiting beliefsDevelopment of "The Observer" consciousnessThe Power of RestHow exhaustion led to a deeper healing questionThe discovery of Yoga Nidra as a foundational practiceThe concept of a "spiritual savings account" where rest is worth ten times other practicesThe courage to rest in a culture that celebrates pushing throughDaily PracticeThree questions to ask yourself daily:Where am I holding tension in my body right now?What practice would help me feel more like myself today?What is one small way I can honor my need for rest today?Resources MentionedBook: "Inside: A Guide to the Resources Within" by Sarah BrassardBook: "Radiant Rest" by Tracee StanleyPractice: Yoga NidraPractice: Kundalini YogaPoem: "Courage" by David Whyte (featuring the line "to be courageous is to stay close to the way we are made")Quote to Remember"True courage is often found in the decision to stop, to rest, to listen to your body when everything around you is saying, keep going."Connect With SarahStay connected through Sarah’s newsletter. Receive soulful updates, offerings, and gentle invitations to return home to yourself.Subscribe hereFollow Sarah on Instagram: @sarahbrassardIntro and Outro Music Credits“I Don’t Care (Zirophux)” by Carly Johnson — https://www.carlyjohnsonmusic.com/shop“Obi’s Chair” by Mark Geary — https://markgeary.com/home-page/albums/Licensed via Persona Music

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