This episode is a beautiful reminder that the things we assume are fixed in our 50s and 60s may not be so, and there's always room for growth, healing, and transformation, no matter how old we are. Joining the conversation today is Dr. Cynthia McGrath, an author, WomanSpeak Coach, Sacred Embodiment Specialist, and NLP practitioner. She's 71 years young and still on her healing journey, inspiring women aged 50 and above to continue learning, growing, and expressing themselves on their terms.
Throughout our chat, Cynthia shares stories from her experience as a nurse practitioner, discussing patients who have remained vibrant and active well into their 80s. We also touch upon Cynthia's passion for Enneagram for increasing self-awareness and compassion for others and how it can help us appreciate the uniqueness of everyone around us. Plus, Cynthia highlights how living in embodiment has impacted her role as a wife, grandmother, and music lover.
In episode 449 of the Embodied Podcast we discuss:
Cynthia’s experience with transformational NLP and Sacred Embodiment to cultivate a deeper relationship with her body and emotions
Being a “mystical crone”
How Cynthia approaches menopause, perimenopause, and aging
The origin of the Enneagram symbol and its ancient mysticism
The ways Enneagram can help us understand and appreciate individual differences
The role of embodiment in being a mom, wife, and grandmother
Cynthia’s goals and dreams at the age of 71
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It’s completely understandable to feel overwhelmed when witnessing the atrocities currently unfolding in our world. It's also easy to give in to external pressures, like those on social media, and conform to expectations that encourage us to mistreat each other. In this episode, Elizabeth dives into performative activism, platform policing, and embracing the sacred power of curiosity.
She also discusses how to respond to and approach these issues with humility and an open mind, much like that of a loving parent, so you can access genuine curiosity in line with your soul’s wisdom. Imagine how different the world would be if our capacity for reverence was larger than our capacity for despising things? What if we could approach those who hold different perspectives than us with an effort to understand instead of jumping to anger and judgment?
In episode 448 of the Embodied Podcast we discuss:
(3:52) Social media's role in activism during crises and our recommended voices to follow
(6:42) Advice for attending to your personal energy and soul's wisdom when navigating social and political issues
(9:01) The importance of curiosity to empathize with others' perspectives
(12:31) Embracing the sacred power of curiosity by asking questions and doing self-reflections
(18:23) Using curiosity, humility, and reverence as tools to bridge gaps in understanding
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Work with me:
NEW! The Body Love + Reverence Course is available
Free resources:
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