Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Mindful Living Podcast, host Sana is joined by NatNat, an energy healing specialist and founder of Lift Oneself. Together, they explore the transformative power of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and meditation in overcoming personal challenges and societal expectations. NatNat shares her personal journey, discussing the concept of "not good enough" identity, the impact of a dysregulated nervous system on behavior, and how to reconnect with authentic emotions. Through guided meditation, practical advice, and personal stories, they offer listeners tools for self-growth, emotional processing, and self-acceptance. The episode concludes with actionable steps, such as the mirror exercise for self-love, and resources available on NatNat’s website for further support.

About the Guest:

NatNat is an energy healing specialist, founder of Lift Oneself, and a passionate advocate for emotional well-being and self-awareness. With a focus on nervous system regulation and trauma-informed healing, NatNat guides individuals on their journey toward personal growth and self-discovery. Her work includes one-on-one coaching, free meditations, and a podcast, all of which provide practical tools to help people reconnect with their authentic selves and embrace emotional and mental health. Visit her website at liftoneself.com for more information and resources.

Key Takeaways:

1. Self-Awareness as the Foundation: Understanding and acknowledging difficult emotions like grief and anger is essential for healing and growth. Mindfulness and meditation can help bring awareness to these emotions and create space for processing them.

2. Overcoming the 'Not Good Enough' Identity: By befriending past experiences and narratives that shape our nervous system, we can disarm defense mechanisms and reclaim personal power.

3. Embracing Imperfection: Society often pushes perfection, but by allowing ourselves to make mistakes, we foster emotional intelligence and innovation. Mistakes are learning opportunities, and practicing self-compassion helps us cope better with life’s challenges.

4. The Power of Meditation: NatNat guided listeners through a grounding meditation to create space between thoughts and awareness, emphasizing the importance of comfort and safety during the practice.

5. Practical Self-Love Exercise: Listeners are encouraged to practice the mirror exercise of saying "I love you" to themselves twice daily to cultivate self-acceptance and kindness.

6. Resources for Growth: NatNat’s website, liftoneself.com, offers free meditations, one-on-one coaching, and tools for emotional regulation, helping individuals reignite their inner spark and navigate societal expectations with self-compassion.

7. Reigniting Inner Spark: NatNat discussed the importance of play, self-appreciation, and reconnecting with joy as a way to maintain a positive outlook despite the negativity in the world.