Season 1 - Episode 1, WHAT'S MY WHY
Welcome to THE EMPOWERED PERFORMANCE PODCAST! I am so incredibly excited to have you here. I have been wanting to create this podcast for almost a year now but I wanted to be in a head space were I could listen to what my body was telling me and connect deeply with other professionals who have a passion for movement that goes beyond the traditional approach.
The goal with this podcast is to HELP YOU CREATE A LOVE OF MOVEMENT FOR YOURSELF, AND IF YOU ARE A COACH, HELP YOU CREATE A LOVE OF MOVEMENT FOR SOMEONE ELSE, by connecting and learning from professionals who use movement to ENHANCE THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE.
In todays episode, I pick up from where I left off a year after my son's accident, when I recorded a single solo episode. You can listen to that episode here. I dive into how I navigated the waters of PTSD and hormonal dysregulation to come out on the other side with a more rich and fulfilling experience in my life. I talk about the 1 on 1 coaching and tools I have used that have made the biggest impact. I dive into the reality of depression and long term treatment with SSRI's, starting at the age of 16 and how I am navigating coming off of medications for the first time in 30 years. I talk about my thyroid numbers and medications, as well as the nervous system regulation tools that have helped the most. I discuss the importance of listening to what your body is telling you and creating boundaries that are healthy for YOU.
At the end I give you some insight into my WHY, which is something I will ask of all of my guests. "What is your movement why?" I hope you enjoy this episode.
Resources:
Emily Hightower Instagram Shift Group
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional health advice. Anything shared here is strictly personal opinion of the host and guests.
