Episode 7: Writing Your Way to Authenticity with Lisa Weinert
In today's episode, we have an insightful conversation with Lisa Weinert, a writer and advocate for writing as a means to access authenticity and navigate life's challenges.
Join us as Lisa shares her expertise on the "life cycle of positive emotions," a transformative process that involves connecting with our own source of inspiration and belonging, as well as building connections with others through storytelling. Through the power of writing, Lisa guides us through the importance of revisiting old stories and embracing our authentic voices.
Throughout the episode, we delve into the significance of tapping into our somatic experiences, shifting from fight-or-flight responses to a state of calm, openness, and reflection. From the role of writing in promoting a peaceful world to the personal transformation experienced by both Lisa and those she works with, we explore the profound impact writing can have on our lives.
As we dive deeper into creating a writing practice, Lisa emphasizes the need for consistency, flexibility, and meeting ourselves where we are on our unique journeys. Discover the power of storytelling and its connection to our identity, emotions, and experiences in this inspiring episode.
So, grab a pen and paper, and get ready to embark on a writing journey towards authenticity and personal growth. Let's explore the Investment of Self together!
In this episode, Kathy and Lisa discuss:
The life cycle of positive emotions
Connecting with one's own source of inspiration or sense of belonging
Connecting with others by sharing one's story and being open to receiving their stories
Releasing one's own story to connect with the stories happening around us in the world
Being a part of and contributing to a community
Shifting from fight-or-flight response to a calm and open state:
Embodied somatic experiences
The importance of revisiting old stories
Stories as a way to connect with our bodies and navigate the world
More About Lisa Weinert
Purchase Lisa’s book: Narrative Healing: Awaken the Power of Your Story
Lisa Weinert founded Narrative Healing, a mind-body writing program to integrate her 10 years of experience in book publishing and her experiences as a yoga teacher, in 2016. Weinert’s workshops, courses, and coaching has taken her to renowned centers of mindfulness and healing, including The Rubin Museum, Wesleyan University, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, and Omega Institute of Holistic Studies, and has since become a global online community. Her work has also been featured in Yoga Journal and Human Shift Magazine. She writes about mindfulness, personal growth, wellness, and the healing power of writing. NARRATIVE HEALING: Awaken the Power of Your Story (Hachette Go, 2023) is her first book. More information can be found at: lisaweinert.com and narrativehealing.com.
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