32: Coming Home to Your Body with Cacky Mellor

"You are the expert on your lived experience because no one knows your life experience like you do, so own it. You hold the power to heal and create the best version of yourself."

Life can be challenging sometimes, and feeling overwhelmed, powerless, and lost is easy. We underestimate the value of our individual experiences and innate healing capability. However, it's important to remember that our experiences make us who we are—the ups and downs, the joys and hurts, the pain and healing. They empower us to become part of the greater good.

We can reclaim control of our lives by owning our lived experiences. But first, we need deep awareness and recognition of where we are on the journey. And by slowly pacing ourselves to healing, we empower our mind, body, and soul back into balance.

I had a fulfilling conversation with Cacky Mellor about how her healing journey has led to the capacity that she does today. She is a Registered Somatic Movement Therapist and Educator, Somatic Experiencing© Practitioner, and RYT-500. She has cultivated a diverse somatic toolkit to support your healing journey. 

Dive into the full episode and learn how to return home to your true self with the tools and techniques to heal and create the life of your dreams. Don’t forget to share this with your friends and loved ones who need to hear this most.

Exceptional Highlights

• Healing doesn't mean we suddenly see everything clearly. Even amid sunshine and rainbows, there can be storm clouds. And that means we can simultaneously hold the complexity of suffering and healing and navigate the balance of living a beautiful life.
• Slowing down allows us to ease through the process. Sometimes we are eager to jump straight in, but it can shock our nervous system and do more damage than benefit.
• Being present in the moment is sacred. So it's essential to slow down and focus and relish what surrounds you and be grateful for being a part of such a beautiful world.

Episode Highlights

9:13 - How Cacky’s interest in holistic healing started

11:58 - Reiki as a beautiful gift to her healing journey

15:09 - We are the ultimate expert in our own lived experience

17:41 - The impact of embracing the present moment

20:50 - Factors affecting the incomplete stress cycle and the "fight or flight" response

25:25 - The important puzzle piece in healing

28:22 - How does trauma affect us

31:02 - What happens when you slow down the heal