About this episode
As a society, we're not taught how to process and be with uncomfortable emotions. This is such a vital skill that, honestly, should be required learning in grade school. Instead, most of us do everything in our power to avoid discomfort by diving into our phones, using alcohol, shopping, [insert distraction of choice here]. These are simply the ways we've learned to cope throughout our lives but they present huge barriers to connection with others. In this episode, Alyssa speaks with Sah D'Simone, a spiritual revolutionary, filmmaker, and bestselling author, about practical wisdom for processing uncomfortable emotions somatically so we can create deeper, more meaningful connections. In this episode, learn how you can combat loneliness within yourself (something two out of five adults say they struggle with). Because, as humans, we're literally wired for connection - it's as basic a need as food and shelter. Sah's energy + passion make for an incredible discussion you won't want to miss. Tune in now to learn how to foster deeper relationships + intimacy. === EPISODE TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 2:24 - Current Statistics around loneliness 6:02 - Lean into discomfort instead of pushing it away 11:16 - How to prioritize connection 14:48 - The barriers we have to true connection 17:28 - Why "good vibes only" isn't helpful 23:06 - Body-based practices to help process pain more effectively 29:02 - Why pushing pain away can make it last longer 36:43 - Somatic Practices for processing emotions 51:43 - How to heal rupture in relationship 55:35 - Where to get Sah's new book === Sah D'Simone Sah D'Simone is a spiritual revolutionary, artist, and the internationally bestselling author of Spiritually Sassy. He's known for hosting the top-rated Spiritually Sassy Show podcast and for creating the Somatic Activated Healing (SAH) Method™. Sah works in the Spiritual Care Department at Cedars-Sinai Hospital and is a guest lecturer at Columbia University. His remarkable contributions to homeless youth in Venice Beach, California earned him the CARE award from the city and county of Los Angeles. For more, visit sahdsimone.com Instagram: @sahdsimone === Have you watched our previous episode with Alyssa on Somatic Coaching Exercises? Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LvQ08r44IrY?si=Lr4p98Z_UbB41sO9 === Want 3 Life-Changing Tools you can use on yourself (or your clients) from inside our Accredited Coaching Certification? Click here to get them for Free: https://www.alyssanobriga.com/tools 🎉 === Alyssa Nobriga International, LLC - Disclaimer This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or any other qualified professional. We shall in no event be held liable to any party for any reason arising directly or indirectly for the use or interpretation of the information presented in this video. Copyright 2023, Alyssa Nobriga International, LLC - All rights reserved. === Website: alyssanobriga.com Instagram: @alyssanobriga TikTok - @alyssanobriga Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6b5s2xbA2d3pETSvYBZ9YR Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-human-potential/id1705626495