Reframing Resistance/ 4 Steps for Cultivating a Successful Jade Egg Practice

In this episode, I delve into the topic of resistance. To be honest, I'm not crazy about the word.When someone (teacher, coach, therapist, etc) tells me I'm in resistance or that I have resistance, it can feel like it's a problem, a pathology even. There's a subtle but inherent shame and contraction around it. And I start to feel like I'm a problem to solve; that I need to be fixed. Not the best place to be for healing, empowerment, and learning new skills. Can you relate?The more I learn about our amazing nervous systems, how we naturally respond to stress and trauma, and how those events and corresponding emotions can be stored in the body, the more I feel we need to level up the conversation on this theme. How we navigate "resistance" determines our success with any embodiment/transformative practice and ultimately determines the quality of our lives. It's time for a reframe.I riff on:why we need a reframe on this. my scope of practice/what is a trauma-aware coach?some programs and teachers that inform my coaching practiceTRE Trauma Release Exerciseswhat is resistance? a nervous system perspectivewhy we need to celebrate resistance when it can become maladaptivewhy resistance makes sensehow it shows up in a Jade Egg practicewhy you don’t have to get over your “stuff”an overly simplified explanation of the Poly Vagal Theory and how it applies to a Jade Egg practiceI also share...Four steps to navigate "resistance" in a loving wayAwareness (Polyvagal Map)Activate your Inner Queen ( a short and sweet breathwork practice)Get curious and meet it with love and compassionMicrodose your practice to build powerAs promised I’ve got some robust resources for you!Here's where you can download a PDF map based on the Polyvagal Theory to get more acquainted with your unique nervous systemHere's a link to learn more about TRE, book a free chat, and book sessions with meHere's a link to check out Shelby Leigh's work and life-changing programs on trauma awarenessHere's a link to check out Kellie Sterling's work and incredible online courses on trauma-informed healing, embodiment, and empowerment for women navigating midlife. She hosts an amazing podcast as well:  Talkin' About Midlife ( you'll find me on there a couple of times:)xoDianne