The Embodiment Project

Return to the Stage! Act 1

In this episode of The Embodiment Project, I dive into a deeply personal journey as I prepare to return to the stage in a production of Matilda—alongside my daughter! I’ll be stepping into the shoes of Miss Trunchbull, the notorious villain of the story, and sharing what it’s like to embody such a monstrous character. I explore how playing Trunchbull is not just an acting challenge, but a cathartic release of the darkness we all carry within us. I’ll also talk about the trauma at the heart of Matilda and the emotional depth this story holds. You’ll hear a bit about my history in acting, the tools I’m using to prepare for this role, and, most importantly, how this experience has brought me and my daughter closer as we share the stage and do what we both love. Whether you’re a fan of theater, a parent, or someone who has wrestled with their inner darkness, this episode has something for you. Tune in, and join me on this exciting and transformative journey!

Lifting Beyond the Veil: Exploring Emotional Resilience Through Weightlifting

In this compelling episode of The Embodiment Project, Dane delves deep into the transformative power of weightlifting beyond physical strength. Join Dane as they candidly share their personal journey of discovery, uncovering how the act of lifting weights became more than just a physical exercise—it became a gateway to understanding and processing heavy emotions. Through introspection and vulnerability, Dane reveals how she discovered weightlifting would offer her a unique avenue to connect with her body's sensations and navigate through heavy emotions. Through engaging anecdotes and insightful reflections, this episode explores the profound connection between mind, body, and emotion. Discover how embracing the challenges of lifting weights became a transformative tool for emotional resilience, allowing Dane to navigate life's ups and downs with newfound strength. Tune in as Dane's lift the veil on the incredible emotional depth and resilience that can be cultivated through the practice of weightlifting, offering a unique perspective on personal growth and self-discovery. Follow Dane on IG @themultidimensionalmami [www.instagram.com/themultidimensionalmami] Subscribe to Dane's newsletter [https://tremendous-creator-7528.ck.page/c9a12efabd (https://tremendous-creator-7528.ck.page/c9a12efabd)] Don't forget to leave a rating and review in your preferred listening platform!

Season 3: Updates on Love and Loss

Danellia "Dane Reál" Arechiga is back for a new season of The Embodiment Podcast with the first of many video episodes. Dane shares updates on her personal life as an unschooling parent for the last 6 years, changes in her relationships, and what is to come from this podcast in the future. Tune in and share with a friend! Don't forget to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify if you are loving what you are hearing!

Ep 221 // Honoring Our Dogs as Spiritual Guides with Eddie Peña of Critical Thinking Dog Services

In this episode, I welcome Eddie Peña from Critial Thinking Dog Services. Eddie was born in East LA, grew up in the city of Lincoln Heights, and I currently lives in Chino Hills, CA. He’s been working with dogs all his life and has been professionally training dogs since 2015. As a dog trainer, Eddie helps build communication, confidence, obedience, and clear boundaries to cultivate healthy relationships for dogs and their owners so they can live confidently together in any environment. Eddie’s philosophy is creating balance and trust through relationship-based dog training. One of his famous catch phrases is “less correction and more direction”. Eddie’s work is medicine for the community! He believes that we build long term guidance, leadership, communication skills, and confidence when we help children understand how to clearly communicate and build a relationship with dogs. For adults, Eddie provides clarity around their dog’s behaviors and traits that they may be misinterpreting or overthinking. Eddie helps his clients understand that dogs need us more than we need them before we start to form expectations from them. He is passionate about providing clarity for the whole community in how to guide our companions and believes that if we guide them now, they will guide us into our spiritual home later! Ometeotl! Main Topics Discussed: *How we fail our dogs by not providing proper guidance and direction *How we can work with our dogs to create a loving and trusting relationship *How children can teach us about caring for our dogs *How to welcome your dog into your home with boundaries and consistency Learn more about Eddie: Listen to Eddie's favorite song: https://youtu.be/72XMkeeY53k Follow Eddie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/critical.thinking.dog.services/

Ep 220 // Combatting Imposter Syndrome with Amy Lee

Trigger Warning: This episode contains mentions of violence, suicide, and self harm. Listen with care! In this episode, I welcome Amy Lee, birth worker and founder of Musa Mama Apothecary. She is a Birth Anarchist mama to five Freebirthed babies. She is a defender of birthing bodies and physiological birth and is grateful + honored to guide families during the sacred journey of labor & birth as well as sanhüjori, the traditional indigenous Korean postpartum practice of honoring and caring for the new umma. A creatrix through and through, her nearly 17 years of being an industry professional in Natural/Organic Foods & Products has benefited many clients and customers as she uses her ever expanding knowledge base to create effective products and give trusted counsel for individuals and families.  Main Topics Discussed:  *How to conquer imposter syndrome  *Inhabiting your truest self without shame while being mindful at the same time  *Why should not hide your authentic self even if your highest self is “not for everyone”  Why do you call yourself a “birth anarchist”?  Amy: I do not work with everyone. I am not for everyone. I work with people who really need that reminder to tap in and know that they are not the sum of their abuse, their trauma, and everything else that they have had to do to survive. We’re freaking badasses: We birth human beings. We keep lineages going. I’m just here to remind moms that I’m not the only warrior. All of our ancestors are warriors because they’ve all gone through attempts at colonization, and they’ve endured all that pain to become badasses.  What other choice do I have but to take that on? What is impostor syndrome?  Amy: Impostor syndrome is figuring out who you are in the world. A lot of us feel impostor syndrome, especially us immigrants, indigenous folks, and people of color—the global majority: We’re in a space where we don’t belong. We’re trying to figure out if we meet the requirements to belong here. We’re scared of being found out. A lot of the time, it has to do with our upbringing. We’re either supported growing up, or we’re forced into studying or working in something that we didn’t want to for the sake of bettering our family. Our generation finally has the luxury to prioritize our mental health, self-care, and filling our own cups. We have serious impostor syndrome because our ancestors never had these opportunities.  How do you fight impostor syndrome? What do you put your energy into instead?  Amy: I put my energy into fine-tuning on just being myself. I have five kids. I homeschool. I don’t have the energy. I just want to be myself. That may be the reason I had impostor syndrome as a birth worker: I’m a very rebellious person. I literally believe that birth is physiological. I’m not just saying I trust the body and the process. I really know that this is how shit works if you just let the body do its thing.  How do you embody your highest self?  Amy: What I should be doing to embody my highest self is self-discipline. I’m lacking that a lot. Self-discipline is an action towards betterment of self. I embody my highest self when I am doing the work to become a better version of myself. It’s never-ending because I’m always striving to be a better version of myself, even if that means taking a million steps backwards just to take the right step forward for my growth.  Learn more about Amy:  Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musa_mama/