522. Heart-Centred Masculinity - With The Unmasked Man and Christina Dohr
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
Release Date: 08/03/2023
683. How to Feel More Alive: Myth, Meaning & Connection - with Josh Schrei
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
Host of The Emerald and animism teacher Josh Schrei joins me to explore topics that span existential questions to practical rituals. We look at what it means to be alive in a world teeming with distractions, the role of myth in modern life, and the tension between liberalism and animism. Josh shares his take on mental health, the importance of authentic connection, and why mindfulness and yoga sometimes fall short. From the Goddess to eco-terrorism, AI to stages of consciousness, we touch on what it means to live fully in a world of ever-increasing complexity. Plus, Josh shares his thoughts on...
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682. How Embodiment Transforms Business Leadership - with Pierre Goirand
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
Pierre Goirand joins me to explore the art of embodied leadership, group dynamics, and transformational presence. We chat about his years of experience training in Wendy Palmer’s system, the power of chanting, and why embodiment is the missing piece in modern leadership. Expect insights on how to stay present under pressure, the role of nervous system awareness in leadership, and practical tools for bringing more embodiment into your work and life. We also explore re-programming, tips for corporate work, burnout, breaking points, and when mindfulness becomes enabling. Pierre’s got a wealth...
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681. Navigating Success, Relationships & Self-Worth - with Adam Roa
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
Spoken word artist and coach Adam Roa joins me for a wide-ranging chat about life, love, and the messiness of it all. We get into the highs and lows of going viral, why self-love can sometimes look a lot like narcissism, and what’s total BS in the personal growth world. Adam shares war stories from the world of artistic entrepreneurship - think big money, big egos, and the discipline it actually takes to make it work. We also talk new age communities (the good, the bad, and the seriously weird), being a digital nomad, breaking up like a pro, and why relationships are the ultimate dojo for...
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680. The Missing Piece in Managing Stress & Chronic Fatigue - with Dr Helen Machen-Pearce
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
Yoga rogue and nervous system educator Helen joins me for a deep dive into chronic fatigue, burnout, yoga, and the nervous system. We chat about her journey from psychiatry to yoga, polyvagal theory, brain fog (or should I say, "brain frogs"), and why so many big-name nervous system educators miss the mark. Helen shares practical insights on "safety," ventral brakes, gender-based differences, and the medical model vs. spiritual regulation. This one’s relaxed, insightful, and packed with real-world applications for anyone navigating stress, health, or just trying to feel more human. Find out...
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679. Escaping Social Media Hell - With Jordan Allen of Uptrust
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
Uptrust and Relatefulness founder Jordan Myska Allen joins me to tackle one of the biggest challenges of our time - social media. We dig into the dark side of the platforms we all love to hate: polarization, narcissism, addiction, and how algorithms keep us hooked and divided. But Jordan has a plan. He introduces Uptrust, a radical new approach to online interaction designed to promote trust, reduce echo chambers, and foster real conversation instead of rage-fueled clickbait. We cover social credit ratings, marketing manipulation, Ukraine, and whether social media can actually save the world...
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678. How To Be Intimate - With Christina Dohr
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
Embodiment coach Christina Dohr joins me to drop some serious wisdom on intimacy, boundaries, and how to make relationships actually work. From aikido to dance and eye gazing, we dive into how these practices show up in our connections. Christina shares her thoughts on platonic intimacy, trauma, and why knowing what you want (and saying no) is key to keeping things healthy. We cover practical tips for navigating the world of singlehood and long-term relationships, from setting clear boundaries to keeping the spark alive with a bit of play and curiosity. Whether you’re a coach or just looking...
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677. Stoicism vs Broicism: A Deep Dive Into Resilience - With Nancy Sherman
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
Philosopher Nancy Sherman joins me to unpack Stoicism - what people often misunderstand about it, and what’s really worth taking away. We dive into Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and how ancient wisdom still speaks to modern practices like CBT. Nancy shares insights on moral injury, PTSD, and the dynamics of resilience in relationships, alongside Aristotle’s virtue ethics and the golden mean. We also talk about the tension between academics and popularisers, why wisdom isn’t just something you study but something you practice, and the lasting influence of figures like Ryan Holiday and Jim...
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676. The Four Desires: A Path to Fulfillment - with Rod Stryker
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
Renowned yoga teacher Rod Stryker joins me to explore what yoga truly is—and what it isn’t. Beyond just stretching and fitness, we dive into the deeper purpose of yoga, the spiritual hunger many feel, and how modern yoga has both evolved and lost its way. Rod shares wisdom from The Bhagavad Gita, The Four Desires, and decades of teaching, touching on life purpose, meditation, stillness, and the power of yoga nidra. We also discuss the difference between teaching and simply conducting a class, the commercialization of yoga, and why real transformation happens off the mat. Plus, we even find...
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675. The Depths of Healing Core Wounds - With Joshua Wenner
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Joshua Wenner, a relationship coach specializing in nervous system well-being, somatic healing, and grief work. Joshua opens up about his personal journey through love, loss, and trauma, sharing profound insights on how to process grief, build resilience, and navigate emotional challenges. We dive deep into the science of somatics, the role of the nervous system in healing, and practical strategies for emotional growth. This conversation goes beyond surface-level motivation to explore real, actionable tools for self-development and personal...
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674. Rethinking Confidence: The Power of Embodiment - Live Coaching Session With Christina Dohr
The Embodiment Coaching Podcast
Join this live coaching session with Christina Dohr from The Embodiment Festival 2024 to explore how getting out of your head and into your body can transform the way you navigate life’s challenges. Christina shares her wealth of experience (and a few playful nudges) on how movement, breath, and awareness can help unlock confidence, shake off limiting beliefs, and make decisions with clarity - without overthinking them into oblivion. Expect live coaching demos, a few “aha” moments, and practical tips you can actually use, whether you’re a coach, thinking about becoming one, or just...
info_outlineChristina interviews Alexander and Mitch who lead The Unmasked Man. This conversation introduces their mission to assist men in connecting to ‘healthy heart-centred masculinity’ and how they realise this through an embodied weaving of ancient esoteric wisdom, with a Jungian archetypal framework. It also touches on how Alexander’s and Mitch’s own personal hero’s journeys of pain and initiation equipped them with the tools and experience to guide other men though the retreat journeys and deep transformation.
Bios
Alexander is a Men's Transformational Coach, NCS L3 qualified counsellor, Yoga Teacher, Meditation Teacher and founder of ‘The Unmasked Man’. He has sat with hundreds of men all over the world helping them to unmask the man within and to shed light on the unconscious boy. He is deeply passionate and dedicated to guiding men to step into their power and fulfil their potential.
As a men’s coach and facilitator Mitch aspires to a holistic approach to healing that acknowledges the physical, the spiritual and emotional dimensions. He shares his passions and gifts in men’s work facilitation, ice water and breath practices, meditation, movement, water therapy, living in the wild and connection to music and poetry. Mitch has ventured into the forests and mountains, to journey deeply with plant medicine, and has received experiential wisdom that one simply cannot find in books, and he is eternally grateful for the illuminating insights into the ‘nature of self’ that have been revealed to him.
https://www.theunmaskedman.co.uk/
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