Episode 04 - Evolutionary Women with Jeanie Manchester and Katie Silcox
In this enlightening episode of The Evolutionary Woman, Jeanie Manchester and Katie Silcox engage in a profound conversation about the powerful journey of healing and transformation, especially for women navigating the midlife transition. From embracing the somatic practice of yoga to the deep wisdom of Ayurveda, they explore the importance of body awareness and meditation in the healing process. Katie reflects on the layers of physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation that unfold during midlife, while Jeanie shares her own experiences of healing and self-discovery, including her struggle with perimenopausal symptoms and how regular practice transformed her nervous system. Together, they discuss the essential role women play in ushering in a new era of spiritual consciousness, emphasizing the wisdom and compassion needed to embrace our true selves at every stage of life.
Podcast Highlights:
Healing through Yoga and Meditation: How body practices, like yoga, can calm the nervous system and reveal hidden layers of trauma, helping women find deep healing in midlife.
Somatic Practices and Ayurveda: The importance of grounding in physical practices and the role of Ayurveda in balancing body and mind during perimenopause and beyond.
The Role of Women in Spiritual Evolution: Why women’s embodiment practices are critical for ushering in higher consciousness in today’s world and how they contribute to the collective awakening.
Transforming Anxiety and Symptoms: Exploring how symptoms like anxiety, headaches, and sciatica can be signs of deeper emotional and spiritual shifts that are calling us to awaken.
Compassion for the Journey: The need for deep self-compassion as we face the challenges of midlife, embracing both the difficult and beautiful aspects of transformation.
The Dual Nature of Healing: Understanding how embracing both the physical and spiritual aspects of healing can lead to profound growth and spiritual evolution.