Ep 61: Art as a Portal for Authentic Joy & Healing with Abi Ighodaro

Today's episode is with my dear sister, Abi Ighodaro, who's based in Ireland. Abi is an artist drawn to nature, ritual, and the quiet language of the body. She joins today's conversation as part of an ongoing exploration of her relationship with the body—especially through movement—as a site of memory and learning, and offers these reflections simply as part of a shared journey among sisters. Together we explore: Reclaiming art/creative expression from any elitism, perfectionism or locked gates, and experiencing it as a primordial expression of our soul Exploring art as a portal for connecting with the body and healing Recommendations for those looking to connect or reconnect with their innate creativity Honoring the body at any stage and age And more!    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with another beloved you think might be lifted up by it.    With Love, Nat   ----   More About Me: I am a Resilience Coach, Birth Doula, and Emotional Healing Guide, walking alongside women and femmes like you who've experienced womb-related loss, such as infertility, a pregnancy loss, infant loss, traumatic pregnancy or childbirth, or missed opportunity to become pregnant. I provide support in releasing grief, shame, guilt and other heavy emotions; in restoring trust in your body; and reconnecting to your sense of wholeness—whether you're working towards your next pregnancy or your personal Rebirth. I've been recognized by the Borough of Brooklyn, New York for supporting families who've experienced pregnancy and infant loss and have the honor of being a confidante, cheerleader, guide, and space-holder for beautiful beings like you across the world.   I was born on the island of Jamaica, where I credit my love for nature, music, dancing, and belly laughs as medicine! This healing work for me is sacred, a soul-calling...and it truly is a gift to weave and be woven in this incredible tapestry with you.  Learn more about me and my work at nataleefacey.com. And if you're feeling called, you can find me via the links below.    ----   Ways That I Can Support You on Your Birthing / Rebirth Journey: Book a complimentary Clarity Call here: nataleefacey.com/contact / calendly.com/nataleefacey/20min  Send me any questions or reflections you have: [email protected] Join my mailing list via nataleefacey.com  And let's connect on IG if we haven't already!: @thebirthwarriors Tune into Daily Love, an audio series with practices to support your care daily: https://www.nataleefacey.com/dailylove   How To Support This Form of Healing & Liberation: If you'd like to support the ongoing production of the podcast or support families experiencing financial hardship as they seek emotional healing sevices, please do so here.