Dominique Cheshire's guest appearances

Dominique Cheshire

Women's Empowerment Podcast

The Embodied Alchemy Pod

Hot Seat With Cognizant Clay 

Allie Duff

Holotropic Breathwork

Lauren Smith

Natalie James

Vanessa Bowen

Jesse Hepburn

Nikita Curins

Kiana Ng

Heather Robb

Liz Enriquez

Ezra Jordan

Mint Worthy

Marina Billinghurst

Brianne Hanson

Maureen Cheshire

OwlTail

Six years ago I lived through an incredibly traumatic event.My whole life changed, and although it was INCREDIBLY tough, I made sure those changes led to something bright and beautiful.Today we get real, and *very* raw about the reality behind my freak accident, the process of recovery, and the power of community.You can follow the podcast at @embodiedalchemy.podFollow host, Dominique at @domcheshIf you love this episode please feel free to share with a friend, and make sure to hit subscribe, and 5 stars to keep this empowered, gorgeous community growing! xoFULL TRANSCRIPTIONhttps://dominiquecheshire.home.blog/the-embodied-alchemy-podcast/SPONSORS/PROMOS- Pure Balanxed;   * ALCHEMY20 for 20% off https://www.purebalanxed.com  * @purebalanxed- Carli Paintings   * ALCHEMY15 for 15% off products, experiences, &amp; creative services    * @carlipaintings- Foli  * FOLIPOD for 20% off your purchase https://shopfoli.ca  * @shop_foliFeel free to give us a shout, hello@embodiedalchemy.ca

Six years ago I lived through an incredibly traumatic event. My whole life changed, and although it was INCREDIBLY tough, I made sure those changes led to something bright and beautiful. Today we get real, and *very* raw about the reality behind my freak accident, the process of recovery, and the power of community. You can follow the podcast at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/embodiedalchemy.pod/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@embodiedalchemy.pod</a> Follow host, Dominique at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/domchesh/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@domchesh</a> If you love this episode please feel free to share with a friend, and make sure to hit subscribe, and 5 stars to keep this empowered, gorgeous community growing! xo FULL TRANSCRIPTION <a href="https://dominiquecheshire.home.blog/the-embodied-alchemy-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://dominiquecheshire.home.blog/the-embodied-alchemy-podcast/</a> SPONSORS/PROMOS - Pure Balanxed;   * ALCHEMY20 for 20% off <a href="https://www.purebalanxed.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.purebalanxed.com</a>   * <a href="https://www.instagram.com/purebalanxed/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@purebalanxed</a> - Carli Paintings    * ALCHEMY15 for 15% off <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/o/carli-d-creative-series-2020-29088466841" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">products, experiences, &amp; creative services</a>    * <a href="https://www.instagram.com/carlipaintings/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@carlipaintings</a> - Foli   * FOLIPOD for 20% off your purchase <a href="https://shopfoli.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shopfoli.ca</a>   * <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shop_foli/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@shop_foli</a> Feel free to give us a shout, <a href="mailto:hello@embodiedalchemy.ca">hello@embodiedalchemy.ca</a>

1. Turning Pain Into Purpose with Dominique Cheshire

Video + Full Show Notes available at ValerieLaVigneLife.com/Dom Leave a review on iTunes  HERE About Dominque Cheshire INSTAGRAM: @domchesh "Embodied Alchemy/Living" Dominque's Accident Brain Trauma &amp; Post-Accident Rehabilitation Do One Thing a Day A small, manageable task every day to focus on The feeling of completion The power of physical movement Building Your Healing Toolkit Mentors, teachers, trainings, relationships  How to Cultivate Embodied Living When you're healing it's for the long-game There's no quick-fix; it's on-going Self-love and self-awareness through the emotional and mental rehabilitation as well The ability to make choices every day How do find the motivation to you start? Slowly cultivating a practice/relationship of self-awareness Get curious, ask your body questions Break it down into [6 week] periods/time intervals  SUPER SELF LOVE Be kind [really] to yourself Check in and remind yourself what you've been through, and how strong you are Shifting You Developing the Skill to Get Clear on Your Priorities Shifting the kindness and priority to your health and healing Resilience in Healing Intense dis-association Going back now to heal wounds with new strength Explain Embodied Living: Turning inwards and making choices based on what's happened for your, and life because life is meant to be lived Kind Curiosity  Continuing to ask questions and develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence Small growth overtime; little improvements over time Feeling like your best self and feeling like you have a say in your life Embodied Living/Empowered Living: Being conscious and aware enough to make choices for yourself in different aspects of your life Where do we start to open up the unpacked boxes of our past traumas/troubles? Step one:Do nothing. Get still, get quiet. Step two:Check in with your breath. Mindfully connect to the life force energy within your body. Step three:Get honest with your starting point; where are you right now? Check in each day. Step four:Consistent check-ins with yourself throughout the day Navigating the spiritual self once you've "unlocked/opened the door" Find a way to move that serves you well. Choose a movement practice that works best for you (marathon training, weight lifting, walking, yoga, whatever YOU resonate with). Physically move the "stuff" around; do it in a way that feels good for you. Advice for People who Want to Get More Curious/Deepen their Spiritual Practice + What to Expect Where can we find you and follow you!? Instagram "The Big H" Podcast Coming Soon! Rapid Fire Questions BOOKS For Trauma:  The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk Confidence in Creativity:  Big Magicby Elizabeth Gilbert Currently Reading:  The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson What do You Love Most about Being a Woman? How powerful I feel; sensuality + self-love What does Empowerment Mean to You? Feeling like you have a say; have a choice and being an active participant in your life. What are you Currently Working Toward? The podcast, growing/expand the business, and making more time for play! THANK YOU SO MUCH DOM!!

Video + Full Show Notes available at <a href="ValerieLaVigneLife.com/Dom" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ValerieLaVigneLife.com/Dom</a> Leave a review on iTunes <a href="https://www.valerielavignelife.com/womens-empowerment-podcast%C2%A0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> HERE</a> About Dominque Cheshire INSTAGRAM: <a href="http://instagram.com/domchesh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@domchesh</a> "Embodied Alchemy/Living" Dominque's Accident Brain Trauma &amp; Post-Accident Rehabilitation Do One Thing a Day A small, manageable task every day to focus on The feeling of completion The power of physical movement Building Your Healing Toolkit Mentors, teachers, trainings, relationships  How to Cultivate Embodied Living When you're healing it's for the long-game There's no quick-fix; it's on-going Self-love and self-awareness through the emotional and mental rehabilitation as well The ability to make choices every day How do find the motivation to you start? Slowly cultivating a practice/relationship of self-awareness Get curious, ask your body questions Break it down into [6 week] periods/time intervals  SUPER SELF LOVE Be kind [really] to yourself Check in and remind yourself what you've been through, and how strong you are Shifting You Developing the Skill to Get Clear on Your Priorities Shifting the kindness and priority to your health and healing Resilience in Healing Intense dis-association Going back now to heal wounds with new strength Explain Embodied Living: Turning inwards and making choices based on what's happened for your, and life because life is meant to be lived Kind Curiosity  Continuing to ask questions and develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence Small growth overtime; little improvements over time Feeling like your best self and feeling like you have a say in your life Embodied Living/Empowered Living: Being conscious and aware enough to make choices for yourself in different aspects of your life Where do we start to open up the unpacked boxes of our past traumas/troubles? Step one:Do nothing. Get still, get quiet. Step two:Check in with your breath. Mindfully connect to the life force energy within your body. Step three:Get honest with your starting point; where are you right now? Check in each day. Step four:Consistent check-ins with yourself throughout the day Navigating the spiritual self once you've "unlocked/opened the door" Find a way to move that serves you well. Choose a movement practice that works best for you (marathon training, weight lifting, walking, yoga, whatever YOU resonate with). Physically move the "stuff" around; do it in a way that feels good for you. Advice for People who Want to Get More Curious/Deepen their Spiritual Practice + What to Expect Where can we find you and follow you!? <a href="http://instagram.com/domchesh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> "The Big H" Podcast Coming Soon! Rapid Fire Questions BOOKS For Trauma: <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/0141978619/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=valerielavi01-20&amp;creative=330641&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=0141978619&amp;linkId=fe90caef713a47ed3b6f77f0dea29f0b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk</a> Confidence in Creativity: <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/1594634718/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=valerielavi01-20&amp;creative=330641&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=1594634718&amp;linkId=5548c42f8a048cad0331d48970f0aeb5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Big Magicby Elizabeth Gilbert</a> Currently Reading: <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/0062641549/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=valerielavi01-20&amp;creative=330641&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=0062641549&amp;linkId=da7e658086832c6152eef1a9a0cedb7d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck </a><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/0062641549/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=valerielavi01-20&amp;creative=330641&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=0062641549&amp;linkId=da7e658086832c6152eef1a9a0cedb7d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">by Mark Manson</a> What do You Love Most about Being a Woman? How powerful I feel; sensuality + self-love What does Empowerment Mean to You? Feeling like you have a say; have a choice and being an active participant in your life. What are you Currently Working Toward? The podcast, growing/expand the business, and making more time for play! THANK YOU SO MUCH DOM!!

BONUS: Embodied Living with Dominique Cheshire