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COOEE - Rural Sisterhood Project
Gday Beautiful souls,
Welcome to the Cooee podcast.
My name is Sasha, and Im a 7th Generation Aussie and female custodian of the land.
After experiencing a series of traumatic events occur in quick succession in 2018, I was catapulted me into a dark night of the soul, and a journey of remembering, a spiritual awakening that shifted my life trajectory in a way I never could have fathomed. Having had to walk the path alone I felt inspired to guide and mentor other Rural Australian women who may be experiencing their own journey of healing and self discovery, while in isolation whether as a byproduct of geography or something more sinister such as relational abuse and the social isolation that can happen within that dynamic. My aim is connect women with each other and themselves and create a community that shares sage advice, and guidance and inspiration for their own heroine's journey and so never shall another rural woman experience feeling isolated and alone.
I will share my story, and tools I have learned as well as chat with beautiful guests to learn how nuanced each others lives are and how to face the unique challenges that living in the rural landscape and being a women brings.
This space is for women who have their roots in the soil, and are rising in the soul. Whether you are in the desert, on acreage or just have country in the blood, come join me as we discuss everything from farming to friendships, divorce, dating, rural business, children , spirituality and homesteading life, nothing will be off topic for this raw, authentic and rustic space for women to connect and feel a part of a community to nourish body mind and soul. .
Look forward to having you in this space where you are welcome, safe, loved and enough just as you are
Sasha x
COOEE - Rural Sisterhood Project
EP. 4 Calm your farm - small steps from surviving to thriving.
"Calm Your Farm – From Surviving to Thriving":
In this episode, the host shares a personal journey from burnout and survival mode to peace, presence, and personal power. The episode begins with a life update, highlighting the importance of community and the host's gratitude for the support received during a challenging time. The host emphasizes the significance of strengthening one's core ( both physical and metaphorical) and appreciating the community.
The main focus of the episode is on understanding trauma, particularly during PTSD Awareness Month. The host explains that trauma can be both visible and invisible, and even small "micro-traumas" can have a lasting impact. The episode discusses how unprocessed trauma can manifest as stress, burnout, anxiety, and chronic illness, and recommends the book "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk.
The host delves into the concept of "Rushing Woman Syndrome," coined by Dr. Libby Weaver, and shares personal experiences of burnout and codependency. The episode explores the body's trauma responses, including fight, flight, freeze, and fawn, and the impact of gaslighting on one's needs and self-worth.
The shift from survival to calm is highlighted, with meditation being the key practice that helped the host begin healing. The episode encourages listeners to start small, with mindfulness and meditation, and recommends Eckhart Tolle's book "The Power of Now." The host shares insights on observing thoughts, understanding triggers, and embracing the present moment.
The episode concludes with an invitation to listeners to join the host's coaching and women's circles, and to register for upcoming courses and events. The host emphasizes the importance of self-love, meditation, and reconnecting to one's truth.