In this episode of 'Spirit of an Athlete,' host Amanda Smith from Body Whisper Healing discusses the significance of integrative mind-body coaching and somatic therapy with Monique Derouen, a somatic trauma specialist. They delve into the strong mind-body connection athletes often have, with Monique sharing her journey from a ballerina overcoming personal trauma through somatic therapy to helping others understand and heal their bodies. The conversation explores how somatic therapy allows for the release of physical and mental traumas without traditional talk therapy, offering a natural, integrative approach to self-healing by addressing chronic pain and diseases at their root causes. Monique emphasizes the importance of movement and playfulness in healing and maintaining health, regardless of one's age or athletic seriousness. The episode also introduces Monique's membership program aimed at breaking barriers that keep individuals stuck in life due to physical, mental, or emotional pain.

Here's where to find Monique Derouen:
Website: moniquearnaudderouen.com
Email: Monique@moniquearnaudderouen.com
YouTube: @MoniqueTHEMindBodyCoach
Instagram: @moniquethemindbodycoach
Facebook: @monique.arnaudderouen

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In this episode of Spirit of an Athlete, host Amanda Smith introduces the concept of bubble work, a practice she favors for managing one's personal energy. She explains the difference between sympaths, who feel energy around them sympathetically, and empaths, who can feel and control this energy. Smith discusses her personal journey of learning about energy management from her teachers, Cable Jones and Mellissa Seaman, emphasizing how bubble work can transform a sympath into an empath. She guides listeners through a detailed visualization exercise to create and maintain their energy bubble, explaining its benefits for discerning one's energy from others and setting personal boundaries without verbal communication. The practice is posited as a daily ritual for grounding, protecting, and empowering oneself in social spaces. Smith encourages listeners to engage with the practice and share their experiences, highlighting the importance of social connections for a healthy life and offering personal consultations for further guidance.

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In this episode of 'Spirit of an Athlete', host Amanda Smith discusses team culture and its impact on high performance with guest Adele Spurgin, a facilitator known for her expertise in enhancing team dynamics. They explore the definition of culture as the behaviors a team allows and how this influences both performance and overall team atmosphere. Adele, with her vast experience including being a junior national softball player, and multiple certifications in fields like Qigong, hypnotherapy, and neurolinguistic programming, offers insights into how culture originates from organizational leadership and trickles down to influence coaches and players. The conversation emphasizes the importance of establishing a positive culture through shared values and behaviors, and discusses practical strategies for coaches and athletes to foster a supportive and effective team environment. Additionally, they touch on the mental and behavioral aspects that contribute to a strong team culture and the potential benefits of adopting such frameworks for improved team dynamics and performance.

Here's where to find Adele Spurgin:
Email: coach@40-15coaching.com
Website and Freebies!: https://team-eq.com and https://stan.store/mamma_spurge/p/trial-month

Referenced Books:
The 5 Levels of Leadership: Proven Steps to Maximize Your Potential by John C. Maxwell

Legacy: What The All Blacks Can Teach Us About The Business Of Life by James Kerr

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