Diamond Within : Finding Joy Through Life’s Challenges

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Ever have days where you go from being Dr. Jekyll to Mr. Hyde? Like you’re two different people? One minute you’re fine, and the next you’re angry, sad, depressed or downright monstrous!! How do you endure the rollercoaster? How do you cope with feeling like you’re trapped by a ‘serum’ or beast/ monster inside? Courtney shares how she frequently has times where she feels calm and mentally with it to spiraling downward with flare ups related to health issues that make her feel like the proper refined Dr. Jekyll, to the monster Mr. Hyde.

41: The Ocean of Consciousness

The podcast episode features a conversation between Courtney and Jennifer, exploring topics related to Thai yoga, natural wellness, and the ocean of consciousness. They delve into the connection between physiology and consciousness, the journey to stillness, and the impact of stress on the body. Practical steps for healing the nervous system and addressing chronic stress are also discussed. The conversation delves into the themes of acceptance, nurturing, gratitude, self-compassion, awareness, and transformation. It explores the process of refinement and the roller coaster of learning, emphasizing the importance of self-care and the interconnectedness of mind and body. Chapters 1. • 00:00 Introduction and Background 2. • 05:13 Steps to Healing the Nervous System 3. • 11:10 Challenges and Real-Life Examples 4. • 27:38 Acceptance and Allowing 5. • 33:27 Commonality and Boundaries 6. • 40:35 Self-Compassion and Self-Care 7. • 50:26 The Process of Refinement

40: Panic Attack Lessons

Have you ever had a panic attack? If you have or know someone that has them, you know they’re scary and feel terrible. But what if there’s a hidden lesson? Could something good actually come from one? Courtney shares a recent experience and what she learned from it.

39: “Haters Gonna Hate.”

No matter what you do, whatever movement you’re trying to create, work you’re trying to do, you’re always going to have haters. Courtney shares an experience of a negative book review and what it taught her.

38: Warning! Dense Fog Advisory!

Have you ever woken up to dense fog? Do you freak out when you have to get out and drive in it? Do you complain about it wishing the sun would shine again? Courtney shares a recent experience of encountering dense fog and how it impacted her day.