Meaning and Moxie After 50
Looking for more inspiration and possibility in midlife and beyond? Join host Leslie Maloney, proud wife, mom, author and teacher, as she talks with people finding Meaning and Moxie in their life after 50.
Meaning and Moxie After 50
Why Somatic Healing Is the Missing Piece to Nervous System Regulation After 50
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In this episode, Leslie sits down with somatic healing practitioner Lori Montry to explore why so many people feel stuck despite years of self-help, positive thinking, or traditional talk therapy. Lori explains that lasting change requires more than changing our thoughts—it requires working with the body and nervous system, which often hold onto past experiences and keep us in survival mode. Together, they discuss how chronic busyness, overstimulation, and the pressure to constantly achieve disconnect us from ourselves, making it difficult to access creativity, intuition, and authentic joy.
Leslie and Lori also share practical, science-backed strategies to regulate the nervous system and create more calm in everyday life. From building "see where the wind takes me" days and practicing intentional rest to limiting technology, improving sleep habits, embracing nature, and using simple somatic exercises like the "voo" breath and the "push away" technique, they offer listeners accessible tools to move out of stress and into resilience. Lori's message from her book, You're Not the Problem, is both hopeful and empowering: if you're struggling with follow-through, self-care, or breaking old patterns, it's not a lack of willpower—it's often a nervous system asking for safety. This inspiring conversation reminds listeners that by caring for our bodies as well as our minds, we can create lasting change, healthier relationships, and a more fulfilling life.
Lori's Information:
Website: www.LoriMontry.com
Youtube: Lori Montry -Somatic Healing Practitioner - YouTube
Facebook: www.facebook.com/LoriMontry
Instagram: Instagram
Email List (1.5k): https://www.lorimontry.com/book-intro
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