Ep.31 | I Chose Discomfort to Free My Mind | Silent Retreat Transformation
Release Date: 02/20/2025
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info_outlineIn this transformative episode of StayiN' Wild & Well, riN takes listeners deep into the heart of the forest - sharing her raw and vulnerable experience of a silent retreat like no other. Nestled in a simple treehouse with no heat—save for the warmth of a fire—and no modern comforts like a washroom or running water - riN embarks on a jourNey to confront her innermost self.
A year prior, riN meditated with a heartfelt plea for unconditional love, willing to surrender everything for a taste of mental freedom. But as life unfolded, she realized she wasn't showing up as authentically as she desired. Spirit answered her call, leading her to the woods not for a luxurious escape, but for an uncomfortable, soul-deep reckoning.
Facing a year marked by profound loss and grief, riN's OCD had surged, bringing coping mechanisms to the forefront that tried to shield her from the rawness of her emotions. This retreat wasn't just about silence—it was about feeling. Feeling the discomfort, the grief, the darkness. It was about truly listening to that quiet, inner voice she'd often silenced.
Join riN as she shares the lessons learned from this powerful, uncomfortable, and ultimately freeing experience in the wilderness.
SabriNa, also known as riN, is a registered holistic nutritionist, Reiki practitioner, yoga instructor, and spiritual guide. The name 'riN' represents 'realizing one's inner nature,' embodying her mission to help individuals reconnect with their authentic selves. As a dedicated health and wellness coach and mental health advocate, riN empowers her clients to navigate their unique journeys toward holistic health and well-being. She guides individuals to transcend personal limitations, rediscover their true potential, and embrace lasting transformation for profound personal growth.
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Time stamps:
3:00 - Going into the woods and face yourself
4:58 - OCD - Coping mechanisms poping up
6:00 - Anxiety - being away
7:00 - wanting the discomfort - showing the brain "I can"
11:00 - Listening to that voice within' - we hear it but we dont listen to it
12:24 - What the days looked like
14:00 - The way the brain chatters
18:00 - The body uncomfortable with the change
20:00 - Losing friendships - The willingness to lose them all again
21:33 - The JourNey we are here for
24:00 - The definition of - N - riN shares some writting a friend wrote her
25:22 - riN's realization
28:00 - The JourNey doesn't end
30:00 - You don't know how strong you are
31:13 - Lessons learned
37:00 - Cherishing connections
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