The Western Hippie | Holistic Healing for dogs, horses, and humans
Welcome to the Western Hippie Podcast! I’m on a journey to find the best w-holistic remedies for my dogs, horses, myself, and YOU! Because we’re not just one thing. We’re not just an arm, an emotion, or a heart, we’re ALL OF THE THINGS, and it’s all connected.
My goal is to
1) Share my findings with you
2) Teach you how to develop your own holistic healing philosophy
3) And take care of your dogs and horses in a way that’s best for you and them
I promise to talk about all the things: the good, the hard, the beautiful, and the ugly and share those in the most honest and authentic way I can.
If you have a subject you want me to cover, please send an email with the subject line PODCAST TOPIC to michaelalpaluck@gmail.com
Thank you for being here at The Western Hippie. Willie and I appreciate you ♥️
The Western Hippie | Holistic Healing for dogs, horses, and humans
The grief we don't talk about enough
In this episode of the Western Hippie podcast, host Michaela shares personal updates about her pets and her journey into holistic healing. She delves into the topic of grief, discussing its various forms beyond death, and emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and processing grief in our lives. Michaela explores her own experiences with shedding identity and the emotional challenges that come with it. She highlights the significance of nervous system regulation in emotional healing and reflects on the role of art as a therapeutic outlet for processing grief. The episode concludes with a heartfelt reminder to give ourselves permission to grieve, regardless of the circumstances.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
03:05 Exploring Grief and Its Misconceptions
05:50 The Process of Shedding Identity
09:05 Nervous System Regulation and Emotional Healing
12:04 Navigating Personal Grief and Relationships
15:51 Art as a Medium for Healing
20:48 Conclusion and Permission to Grieve
Takeaways
Incorporating magic and fun into daily life is important.
Grief is not just about death; it encompasses many life changes.
The lens through which we view health affects our healing process.
Nervous system regulation is crucial for emotional healing.
Art can be a powerful medium for processing grief.
It's okay to feel multiple layers of grief over time.
Shedding old identities can be a painful but necessary process.
Overthinking often leads to under-feeling; being present is key.
Giving yourself permission to grieve is essential for healing.
Personal growth often involves navigating complex emotions.
Sound Bites
"Make a wish, even if it's not 11:11."
"I wanted to have more visuals."
"How do I not force myself to let go?"
"Give yourself permission to grieve."
Keywords
grief, emotional healing, holistic health, nervous system, identity, personal growth, art therapy, self-worth, change, healing modalities
