{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F0614c7a5-1755-4f0b-8df1-545f548ea6d2","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"Mastering Emotional Regulation: Turning Emotional Chaos into Strength with Natalie (NatNat) Bedard \u2013 Lift OneSelf\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/0614c7a5-1755-4f0b-8df1-545f548ea6d2\"></iframe>","title":"Mastering Emotional Regulation: Turning Emotional Chaos into Strength with Natalie (NatNat) Bedard \u2013 Lift OneSelf","description":"&lt;p&gt;In today\u2019s episode of &lt;em&gt;The Mindful Journey &lt;/em&gt;Podcast, host Sana sits down with Natalie Bedard, also known as NatNat from &lt;em&gt;Lift OneSelf&lt;/em&gt;, to explore the transformative power of emotional regulation. Many of us suppress, numb, or avoid our emotions, but NatNat shares how tuning into our emotions\u2014rather than resisting them\u2014can lead to profound healing and self-awareness.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;NatNat brings deep wisdom from her trauma-informed work, emphasizing the role of the nervous system in emotional responses, the power of breathwork, and how movement can help release stored emotions. She also challenges misconceptions around emotional resilience, self-compassion, and healing, offering listeners practical tools to navigate anxiety, stress, and emotional turmoil.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you\u2019ve ever felt overwhelmed by your emotions or struggled with self-judgment, this episode will shift your perspective and equip you with the tools to find balance, clarity, and empowerment.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About the Guest \u2013 NatNat \u2013 Lift OneSelf:&lt;/strong&gt;\u00a0\u00a0&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Natalie Bedard (NatNat) is an energy healing specialist, founder of &lt;em&gt;Lift OneSelf&lt;/em&gt;, and host of the &lt;em&gt;Lift OneSelf Podcast&lt;/em&gt;. Since 2019, she has helped individuals regulate their nervous systems, ease emotional pain, and transform anxiety into empowerment through a trauma-informed approach. Her work, rooted in personal trials such as life-threatening illness and single parenthood, focuses on guiding people toward self-awareness and healing through small, actionable steps.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Takeaways:&lt;/strong&gt;\u00a0\u00a0&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Emotions Are Energy&lt;/strong&gt; \u2013 Emotions are signals from the body, not something to suppress or ignore.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Your Nervous System Shapes Your Reactions&lt;/strong&gt; \u2013 Understanding how your nervous system operates can help shift emotional responses.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Grounding Techniques Work&lt;/strong&gt; \u2013 Mindful moments, deep breathing, and movement can help regulate emotions.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Healing is a Continuous Journey&lt;/strong&gt; \u2013 It\u2019s about integration, not perfection\u2014allowing all emotions, even discomfort, to be part of growth.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Avoid Toxic Positivity&lt;/strong&gt; \u2013 True healing requires acknowledging pain rather than bypassing it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Mindful Practices Shared by NatNat:&lt;/strong&gt;\u00a0\u00a0&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Mindful Breathing&lt;/strong&gt; \u2013 Simple two-minute grounding practices to calm the nervous system.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Somatic Release Through Movement&lt;/strong&gt; \u2013 Dance or move to release built-up emotional energy.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Identifying &amp;amp; Naming Emotions&lt;/strong&gt; \u2013 Instead of saying, \u201cI am angry,\u201d shift to \u201cI feel anger\u201d to avoid self-identification with emotions.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Integrating Trauma for Growth&lt;/strong&gt; \u2013 Facing emotional wounds and seeing them as pathways to strength rather than barriers.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Connect with NatNat \u2013 Lift OneSelf:&lt;/strong&gt;\u00a0\u00a0&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Website:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.liftoneself.com/&quot; rel=&quot;ugc noopener noreferrer&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.liftoneself.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Podcast:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Lift OneSelf Podcast&lt;/em&gt; \u2013 Conversations on mental health &amp;amp; self-awareness&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Join the Community &amp;amp; Stay Connected!&lt;/strong&gt;\u00a0\u00a0&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Want to be a guest on &lt;em&gt;The Mindful Journey &lt;/em&gt;Podcast? DM me on PodMatch!&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;DM Me Here:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik&quot; rel=&quot;ugc noopener noreferrer&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;h","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/7694764e-0b08-4c02-80af-50c081018631/54a97d57842b6724d387ea71cda94b99.jpg"}