EPISODE · Sep 19, 2025 · 1H 13M
EP24. Bennett Crawford, LCSW | The Healing Power of Presence
from innercalling
Did you know your presence is healing not only to yourself, but to others? Presence is a quality of brightness, aliveness, and warmth we bring to ourselves, to others, and to the world—and when we offer it, it is incredibly healing. In this episode, Dr. Victoria chats with psychotherapist Bennett Crawford, LCSW, to explore what presence really means, how it differs from mindfulness, and how it can transform the way we live and connect.Bennett explains that each of us carries presence—the embodied awareness of the here and now, compassionate and deeply grounding. Together, we explore practical ways to access presence through the body and breath, how it helps us hold difficult emotions like anxiety and depression, and how it can serve as a secure base in our lives. We also discuss how to stay connected to presence in the face of modern technology, the role it plays in healing and relationships, and how nature can reflect our own presence back to us. Reconnecting with this ever-available awareness can bring greater safety, clarity, and joy into everyday life.Find Dr. Victoria here.Find Bennett Crawford, LCSW hereConnect with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonSupport our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.Explore our free resource library at innercalling.org, where you’ll find handouts and workbooks with evidence-based practices to support your mind, body, and spirit, which are designed to go along with episodes.00:00 The Beauty Within: An Introduction to Inner Calling00:28 Exploring Presence: Understanding Its Depth and Meaning03:11 Felt Sense: Connecting with the Body04:04 Mindfulness vs. Presence: Distinctions and Interconnections07:10 The Essence of Presence: A Field of Awareness10:11 Experiencing Presence: Personal Insights and Transformations12:55 The Goodness of Presence: A Source of Positive Qualities14:01 Buddhism and Presence: Perspectives on Being and Wholeness18:00 Trusting Reality: Embracing Presence Amidst Pain21:53 Emotions as Messengers: Understanding and Integrating Feelings24:55 The True Self: Connection to Presence and Authenticity28:04 Awareness and Presence: The Importance of Being Present30:26 The Impact of Technology: Distractions from Presence34:40 Practicing Presence: Techniques for Connection41:08 Conscious Connection with Technology44:52 The Importance of Presence46:56 Understanding Consciousness and Awareness50:36 Exploring Altered States of Consciousness55:22 The Role of Inner Knowing01:00:21 The Power of Presence in Relationships01:02:08 Cultivating a Daily Practice of PresenceDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Did you know your presence is healing not only to yourself, but to others? Presence is a quality of brightness, aliveness, and warmth we bring to ourselves, to others, and to the world—and when we offer it, it is incredibly healing. In this episode, Dr. Victoria chats with psychotherapist Bennett Crawford, LCSW, to explore what presence really means, how it differs from mindfulness, and how it can transform the way we live and connect.Bennett explains that each of us carries presence—the embodied awareness of the here and now, compassionate and deeply grounding. Together, we explore practical ways to access presence through the body and breath, how it helps us hold difficult emotions like anxiety and depression, and how it can serve as a secure base in our lives. We also discuss how to stay connected to presence in the face of modern technology, the role it plays in healing and relationships, and how nature can reflect our own presence back to us. Reconnecting with this ever-available awareness can bring greater safety, clarity, and joy into everyday life.Find Dr. Victoria here.Find Bennett Crawford, LCSW hereConnect with our show on Spotify, YouTube, AmazonSupport our podcast by sharing it with a friend, subscribing, or writing a review.Explore our free resource library at innercalling.org, where you’ll find handouts and workbooks with evidence-based practices to support your mind, body, and spirit, which are designed to go along with episodes.00:00 The Beauty Within: An Introduction to Inner Calling00:28 Exploring Presence: Understanding Its Depth and Meaning03:11 Felt Sense: Connecting with the Body04:04 Mindfulness vs. Presence: Distinctions and Interconnections07:10 The Essence of Presence: A Field of Awareness10:11 Experiencing Presence: Personal Insights and Transformations12:55 The Goodness of Presence: A Source of Positive Qualities14:01 Buddhism and Presence: Perspectives on Being and Wholeness18:00 Trusting Reality: Embracing Presence Amidst Pain21:53 Emotions as Messengers: Understanding and Integrating Feelings24:55 The True Self: Connection to Presence and Authenticity28:04 Awareness and Presence: The Importance of Being Present30:26 The Impact of Technology: Distractions from Presence34:40 Practicing Presence: Techniques for Connection41:08 Conscious Connection with Technology44:52 The Importance of Presence46:56 Understanding Consciousness and Awareness50:36 Exploring Altered States of Consciousness55:22 The Role of Inner Knowing01:00:21 The Power of Presence in Relationships01:02:08 Cultivating a Daily Practice of PresenceDisclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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