#34 Exploring Identity, Balance, and Maternal Instincts with Scent Practioner + Breathworker, Kim Gerlach

In this episode of the Sacred Femme Alchemy podcast, I welcome guest, Kim Gerlach of sun&rise, an interdisciplinary spaceholder and artist, chats about her journey of identity exploration, self-discovery and her transition to motherhood. Using breath and scent work, she facilitates self-discovery journeys for individuals seeking balance and positive impact. She shares about her process of reclamation and embracing her Filipino identity, the deep transformation she's experiencing in pregnancy, and how having a baby influenced her business decisions. She offers insights into melding practices like breathwork with everyday life, and the role of symbolism and sensual experience in her work. Also, she discusses her newly developed app 'Tayo', designed to commoditize breathwork exercises and experiences. 00:41 Introduction and Welcoming the Guest 00:56 Getting to Know Kim Gerlach 01:54 The Unusual First Meeting 02:22 Exploring Filipino Identity 03:38 The Journey of Self-Discovery 04:53 The Struggles of Being Half Filipino 05:15 Reconnecting with Filipino Roots 06:59 The Desire to Understand Filipino Culture 10:55 The Transition to Motherhood 16:40 The Impact of Culture on Family 20:01 The Journey of Pregnancy 29:24 Embracing the Transformation of Motherhood 29:47 The Power of Dreams and Instincts 31:27 Exploring the Mystical Feminine Essence 35:49 The Journey of Surrender and Trust 37:22 Grieving the Loss of Freedom and Embracing Responsibility 43:47 The Intersection of Scent and Breathwork 49:10 The Evolution of Business and Personal Growth 52:06 The Power of Symbolism and Archetypes 56:03 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans WORK WITH ME 1:1 Only 3 spots left for my next round of 1:1 coaching in Winter 2024. I only have 3 spots open for my next round of coaching - schedule your discovery call now! In our work together, I'll guide you on your sacred feminine journey. This is a journey to the heart and womb, reclaiming your feminine essence and healing your inner feminine/masculine wounds to awaken to your own divinity. This is a deep descent to the realm of working with Goddesses, exploring psycho-spiritual work, archetypal mapping, somatics, Tantra, esoteric rituals, and mysticism. https://calendly.com/sacredfemmealchemy/discovery-call LEAVE A REVIEW & GET A FREE INSIDER BONUS If you loved this episode, don't forget to leave a written review on Apple Podcasts and send the screenshot to ⁠[email protected]⁠ to receive your FREE insider bonus. CONNECT WITH LISA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sacredfemmealchemy.com/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram & TikTok @sacredfemmealchemy CONNECT WITH KIM GERLACH https://www.instagram.com/kim.gerlach.sunandrise/ https://www.sunandrise.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-gerlach-1608 MUSIC Intro/Outro: Davinchi https://www.fiverr.com/davinchi_beatz