The Conscious Embrace
by Amanda Bedoya
Latest episode
Episode 30 - “Celebrate the Small Wins - It’s All Growth”
Episode 30 - “Celebrate the Small Wins - It’s All Growth”
About this podcast
In this podcast we explore the art of self-awareness and releasing unhelpful patterns. With powerful storytelling and real conversations we challenge limiting beliefs and open doors to deeper connections with ourselves and others.
This podcast is your space for reflection, transformation and finding more joy in the journey toward a more conscious life.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 32 episodes
- Episode 30 - “Celebrate the Small Wins - It’s All Growth” · 27 minToday we are reminded to celebrate the small wins. Every conscious step we take towards change takes effort and persistence. Growth happens in all areas of our life and it’s…
- Episode 29 - Self care should go on the calendar too: Making time for you. · 21 minToday Amanda shares her excitement as she manages to take time for self care as a mum of two. We talk about the importance of prioritising self care just as we do other…
- Episode 28 - Listen to your needs · 29 minIn today’s episode Amanda shares some of her conflicting thoughts of wanting to spend time with her family while on holiday while at the same time feeling the urge to have some…
- Episode 27 - Honouring all emotions. · 35 minIn today’s episode we share some of life’s ups and downs; with a focus on the importance of feeling all emotions including the negative ones and finding ways to process them…
- Episode 26. Emotional outbursts · 29 minIn today’s episode Amanda shares a cute ‘tantrum’ story. We talk about reasons the word tantrum has a negative connotation and is not conducive to responding to our kids in the…
- Episode 25 - "Yes, And: The Secret to Better Collaboration and Connection" · 32 minToday's episode focuses on language. We dive into the subtle but powerful difference between responding with "yes, and" versus "yes, but". Discover how "yes, and" fosters…
- Episode 24 - Six key areas that buffer against toxic stress. · 25 minIn today’s episode we talk about the six key areas of focus when it comes to reducing the impact of toxic stress on our mind and body. This episode is a reminder for all of us…
- Episode 23 - Valuing presence over productivity · 27 minIn today's episode Amanda shares some reflections about her current order of life priorities. Including the tricky art of valuing presence while also letting go of the need to be…
- Episode 22 - Self-Care and Understanding Shame vs Guilt · 28 minIn today’s episode Amanda shares some recent learnings on self care. Particularly how a lack of self care can arise from authoritarian parenting and childhood wounds. We also…
- Episode 21 - Letting Go: Allowing Ourselves to Relax · 36 minIn today's episode Amanda shares some reflections about her recent holiday to Bali, Indonesia. Particularly how she practiced letting go of all the planning and things on her 'to…
- Episode 20 - Savouring the Journey: Enjoying Every Step. · 21 minToday Amanda reminds us to enjoy the process. There’s so much value in those little steps that get us to that finish line; and often it’s only as we take those individual steps…
- Episode 19 - We are capable · 23 minToday’s episode is about reminding ourselves we are capable and we can achieve great things despite the obstacles. Amanda shares some personal experiences lately in which she…
- Episode 18 - "Empowering Voices: Teaching Kids to Speak Up When They're Uncomfortable" · 22 minIn today's episode Amanda explores ways in which we can start to teach our kids to use their voice to express when something doesn't feel good. Focusing on practising a skill…
- Episode 17 - “Embracing Parenthood: Cultivating Emotional Well-being Every Step of the Way”. · 28 minIn this episode Amanda talks about the importance of looking after new parents on an emotional level. Yes, there are lots of practical things that are needed when a new baby…
- Episode 16 - "Embracing Emotions: Nurturing Self-Compassion, Safe Spaces, and Mindful Living" · 22 minIn today’s episode Amanda shares some recent experiences navigating negative emotions. She shares practical ways of applying self-compassion, meditation and connection within…
- Episode 15 - "Boundaries and Self-Compassion: The Cornerstones of Self-Care" · 33 minToday Amanda revisits the importance of Self-care. In particular how it all starts with boundaries and self compassion. Have you ever noticed that critical voice in your head…
- Episode 14 - Awakening Narratives: The Power of Consciousness and Personal Storytelling. · 33 minIn this episode Amanda explores the benefits of becoming more conscious and how processing our personal stories can allow us to show up everyday the way we actually want to.
- Episode 13 - It’s Never Too Late: How to Make Life Changes and Try New Things at Any Age” · 31 minIn this episode Amanda shares some reflections on her last 10 years. Including changes such as leaving her long term job as a dental nurse, moving states, and going to University…
- Episode 12 - Let’s promote boundary setting. · 45 minToday Amanda explores the importance of promoting boundary setting in children. This is a reminder that we are quite powerful around our kids and we should try to be mindful of…
- Episode 11 - You don’t have to do it all · 31 minToday’s episode is a reminder that we don’t have to do it all. We reflect on the benefits of pausing and reflecting on what’s working for us and what isn’t. Amanda also…
