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EMBODY explores real-life issues that cause stress, pain & trauma and how we can recover, repair and thrive through the challenges in our life.
Welcome to the conversation!
EMBODY is hosted by, Michelle Major, who is passionate about breaking the stigma attached to women's mental health and wellbeing through a trauma-informed lens.
Michelle founded The Sunshine Project in 2012 after a lengthy career in leadership roles within the financial services industry.
For almost 12-years, Michelle, has supported clients and groups with emotional resilience, stress management and emotional wellbeing.
Michelle is a Somatic Experiencing Trauma Practitioner, Senior Accredited NLP Practitioner, Somatic Educator and Trainer, specialising in stress, pain & trauma.
Michelle is a Professional Member of:
- ANLP – Association of Neuro Linguistic Programming Practitioners (Gold Standard)
- IPMH International Accredited Training Provider
- Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists & Hypnotherapists (Senior Member)
- Somatic Experiencing® International
When Michelle isn't working, you'll find her on the beach somewhere on the North Coast of Northern Ireland where she lives with her 8-year old son.
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In this episode, Michelle, is joined by Joanne Callan. Joanne is a Holistic Therapist and Well Being Coach and a Relax Kids Coach in 2020 Joanne founded Changing Cycles a Social Enterprise that is focused on “creating a world where the cyclical nature of women is understood, integrated and respected throughout our society.” We chat about: The cyclical nature of the female bodySocial norms V's biological normsHow our culture shapes how we view our bodyThe healing nature of cycles ...
In this weeks episode, Michelle, shares her views on the female empowerment culture we see played out on social media platforms. Michelle shares: Why the female empowerment culture is not trauma-informed The link between patriarchy, capitalism, and narcissismThe harm caused by the promotion of privilegeThe difference between cultural norms V's biological norms Why our nervous system hasn't evolved at the same rate as technology The focus on image V's what's on the inside&nbs...
On this weeks episode, Michelle, shares her reflections on prioritising commitments after a busy work schedule meant this weeks podcast was a day later than usual. Michelle shares: The importance of checking in with the body before forcing ourselves to power through in order to please other peopleExtra commitments mean extra choices and optionsHow to discern between these choices and options Why our culture and society encourage us to power through and push throughWhen fear of l...
On this weeks episode, Michelle, is joined my Matt Kovatchis & Mike David. Matt and David are co-hosts of 'Men in the Arena' Podcast and are based across the pond in Chicago. We chat about: Mens mental healthThe healing process Sexuality The true meaning of successToxic masculinityBecoming more connected and authentic Discerning what to share publicly Cancel cultureSupport in crisis Resources: You can listen to their podcast here. You can follow them ...
In this episode, Michelle, shares her views on self-love in a culture that promotes toxic positivity and spiritual bypassing. When we are operating from an ego perspective acts of self-love can actually lead us to display traits of narcissism. Michelle shares: The difference between ego self-love and genuine self-loveAlternative language for self-love Self-love and the nervous systemSelf-love in our culture and society Privilege and self-loveA trauma-informed pract...
In this episode, Michelle, shares how her spiritual journey lead her to becoming a strict vegetarian in 2005. For 17-years, Michelle, refrained from eating any fish, chicken or meat. Then, after discovering somatics and becoming more connected to her own body, Michelle, for the first time in almost two decades, began to get cravings for meat again. Michelle shares: What motivated and influenced her decision to become a vegetarian in 2005Why vegetarianism is promoted and encoura...
In this episode, Michelle, is joined by Music Therapist, Louise Kelly. Louise is also a single mum to a wonderful 17-year old son. Louise is a highly experienced Music Therapist with 24 years experience working as a HCPC Registered Music Therapist, 17 of those devoted to children and young people specifically. Louise is passionate about sharing a “whole body” approach to mental health and wellbeing. This passion has led to an exciting collaboration with fellow Music Therapist K...
In this weeks episode, Michelle, explores the complexity of regulation and why some practices that promote regulation aren't always regulating! Michelle talks about: Somatics and what this word really means Why the wellness world's focus on down-regulation isn't always what the nervous system needsWhy looking calm and relaxed isn't always the inner experienceRegulation is not about stopping something from happening but is about allowing a full expression of what makes us deeply ...
In this weeks episode I am joined by Irish Broadcaster, Writer and Author, Barbara Scully. During this conversation we discuss Barbara's brilliant book, her life experiences and what inspired her to write her first book. We chat about: Being a single mother in Ireland in the 80's - the judgement, discrimination and harm caused by patriarchy Victim blaming women & young girls The importance of language and wordsThe pressures of culture and society to look youngWhy the beauty in...
We are kicking off Season 4 with a new year and a new perspective on all this 'new year, new year' noise that we are bombarded with on social media, our culture and society. Michelle shares: Why it's ok to not have big resolutions, create big goals or make big decisions about your life;Whilst everyone celebrates all their BIG achievements during 2023, it's perfectly acceptable to celebrate surviving if 2023 was a difficult year;Why our toxic culture creates a sense of urgency, keeps us bu...
This is our last episode before the Christmas break. On this weeks episode I share the delight and joy of welcoming a new puppy into her wee family. I talk about: The grief and loss of other pets and why I decided to wait over 4-years before getting another pet Creating safety in the home for a new pet Why kindness is the greatest antidote to stress Benefits of kindness and oxytocin Activities that release oxytocin How kindness & oxytocin support our nervous s...
My wellbeing story began in 2005 when I enrolled in a counselling skills course. I was 25-years old at the time, married and had a very successful career in financial services. I enjoyed all the external measures of success - the sports car, the big house, the five star holidays, designer handbags, the lot. Yet I felt like there was something missing. As a young ambitious 25-year old, I put my happiness outside of myself: When I go on holiday, then I'll relaxWhen I ...
In this episode, Michelle, shares her self-care tips for managing our wellbeing during the festive period. Michelle shares: The importance of giving ourselves permission to feel our feelingsSetting boundaries over the festive periodSelf-care is about 'me too' rather than 'me first'Cultivating self-care when we are parents and care giversWhy the oxygen mask metaphor isn't true to how we are biologically wiredCreating a Christmas self-care boxWhy comfort is importantChanging the perspective ...
In this episode, Michelle, shares how social media primes us to compare ourselves with others. Michelle shares: The different types of compassion A photo has more than one storyHow our nervous system state can drive us to compare moreBoundaries & comparisonResearch into comparisonThoughts & comparisonHow to move past comparison Who we should want to impress the most in lifeWhy lives are like seasonsEmbracing cycles & seasonsWhy knowing your values can be suppor...
In this weeks episode, Michelle, explores why it's so important that we seek help and support in our helping roles. Michelle shares: The skill of holding spaceIncreasing our capacity to be with clients bigger emotions/sensations Boundaries in the therapeutic processMerging & disengaging with our clients Resonance in our nervous systemWhy personal therapy is so important Compassionate burnoutWhy we need a wide and deep support network when working with traumaThe difference ...
In this weeks episode I am joined by Leona O'Neill, who is a Lecturer of Journalism at University of Ulster, Author and Tedx Speaker after spending 25-years as a news journalist in Northern Ireland. Leona co-edited 'Breaking: Trauma in the Newsroom' alongside BBC's Chris Lindsay. The book is a collection of real-life stories written by journalists who witness and experienced trauma as a result of doing their job reporting on the conflict and troubles in Northern Ireland. ...
In this weeks episode I am joined by entrepreneur & professional hiker, Emma Mullan. Emma held a Director role in HR for 14-years and served as President of Newry Chamber from 2019 - 2021. Along with her commitment to business, innovation and entrepreneurship, Emma has been a passionate hiker for 14-years. When she suffered a bereavement by suicide in her family, her hobby for hiking transformed into a meaningful purpose to support others who lost loved ones by suici...
In this weeks episode I am joined by Dee Larsen - a Certified Sexuality Practitioner and founder of Body Conscious Studio based in Belfast. Dee offers one to one and couples sessions from her studio or online. “I believe that sexual wellbeing is an intrinsic part of our overall happiness. It is vital that we have access to education about our bodies and sexuality that is free from social or moral conditioning. My passion is supporting people to be able to fully express themselves in int...
During this episode, Michelle, explores how we can support our nervous system health during busy periods. Michelle shares: Cultural & societal norms V’s biological normsWidening our window of tolerance Building nervous system capacityThe different types of self-careCreating more support & rest Why support is so importantSupport the show Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook or Instagram. If you'd like to explore how my Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy can su...
Welcome to Season 3 of EMBODY! To celebrate the start of another season, Michelle, was joined by Deirdre Nicole Heggarty, a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, specialising in Play Therapy. Prior to this, Deirdre, was a primary school teacher in Ireland and Abu Dhabi. The theme of our conversation is intergenerational trauma. It’s a powerful conversation about Deirdre’s adoption story as 3-month old baby; how her body held the trauma of this rupture; and how her...
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