Healing on the Fringe

Bonus episode: Finding Connection is the missing piece to trauma recovery

In this episode, Natalie is back with another bonus episode on why finding connection is a crucial component to trauma recovery. She discusses her experience doing a 3 day live event on Instagram called Finding connection, covering connection to self, others, and the earth. If you've been feeling disconnected in any area of your life, this episode is for you! Here are a few topics Natalie unpacks in this episode: * Finding Connection and why it is so crucial for trauma recovery * Connection to self * Connection to relationships * Connection to communtiy * Connection to the earth * Her group program Recovering Connection and ways it can support you in deepening this work Exploration prompts mentioned: 1. Imagine the connection you have to yourself as an image. That could be a texture, rock, color, plant, weather pattern, etc. What information does that give you about how it feels and if there is anything you would like to change? * Intention: we are externalizing the way you feel about how you connect with you. This gives you the opportunity to look at it with less judgement, and more curiosity. 2. What are some of your favorite ways to connect with other people? Let yourself be as creative and specific as you'd like. Do you feel like you're able to engage in those types of connections? Why or why not? 3. Where in nature do you find yourself feeling the most grounded? That could be an imaginary place you go in meditation, or a literal place you visit. What elements (earth, air, water, fire, spirit) are present in this place? Newest group offering: * Check out Recovering Connection! [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/recovering-connection] A 6 month somatic group space for queer and neurodivergent folks in the later stages of trauma recovery who are ready to explore what it means to thrive. Connect with Natalie! * Come hang out on Instagram @natalieconnected [https://www.instagram.com/natalieconnected/] * Follow along on TikTok @natalieconnected [https://www.tiktok.com/@natalieconnected?_r=1&_t=ZT-91flrIQobWf] * Become a substack subscriber @natalieconnected [https://substack.com/@natalieconnected] * Check out her offerings/website [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/] Other ways to get free support: * Feeling disconnected from yourself? Grab my free guide - Nervous System Center [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/nervous-system-center]. A simple, nervous system forward guide for queer and neurodivergent folks to go from emotionally chaotic and lost to reconnected with yourself. If you enjoyed this episode of The Healing on the Fringe Podcast, help us spread the love by leaving a 5 star review! We love hearing your thoughts. Or share this episode with a friend who you know it would resonate with. Questions, comments, emotions? Come say hi on Instagram: @natalieconnected [https://www.instagram.com/natalieconnected/] Thanks for listening!

Bonus episode: compartmentalization, current events, & a personal update

In this episode, Natalie is so excited to be back on the mic reflecting on compartmentalization, current events, and a personal update. She discusses her experience of compartmentalization of her authenticity, the heaviness around whats happening in the world, and a personal update on whats going on in her world. If you've been feeling compartmentalized and curious about whats going on with Healing on the Fringe, this episode is for you! Here are a few topics Natalie unpacks in this episode: * Compartmentalization on trauma recovery as a way to feel safe * Personal updates on what's been going on for Natalie * Holding the heartbreak around current events * A new offering and free resource, made just for you! Newest group offering: * Check out Recovering Connection! [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/recovering-connection] A 6 month somatic group space for queer and neurodivergent folks in the later stages of trauma recovery who are ready to explore what it means to thrive. Connect with Natalie! * Come hang out on Instagram @natalieconnected [https://www.instagram.com/natalieconnected/] * Follow along on TikTok @natalieconnected [https://www.tiktok.com/@natalieconnected?_r=1&_t=ZT-91flrIQobWf] * Become a substack subscriber @natalieconnected [https://substack.com/@natalieconnected] * Check out her offerings/website [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/] Other ways to get free support: * Feeling disconnected from yourself? Grab my free guide - Nervous System Center [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/nervous-system-center]. A simple, nervous system forward guide for queer and neurodivergent folks to go from emotionally chaotic and lost to reconnected with yourself. If you enjoyed this episode of The Healing on the Fringe Podcast, help us spread the love by leaving a 5 star review! We love hearing your thoughts. Or share this episode with a friend who you know it would resonate with. Questions, comments, emotions? Come say hi on Instagram: @natalieconnected Thanks for listening!

22: Past life healing with Faith Streng

Natalie is joined by Faith Streng (she/her) - who is a 3rd generation psychic, reiki master, past life healer, retreat host, and lots of other amazing things! We dive deep into past life healing, authenticity, and important aspects to consider while on your trauma healing journey. So if you've been curious about past life healing or psychic abilities, this episode is for you. Here are a few topics Natalie & Faith unpack in this episode: * How to find the right spiritual spaces for you * How to let go of the idea that you're too sensitive * Connections between individual work and collective healing * Authenticity and how important it is on our healing journey * Patterns in lifestyle when looking at past lives Connect with Faith! * Connect on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/faithstreng/] * Follow on Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@FaithStrengHealing] * Check out her offerings [https://faithstrenghealing.com/] Connect with Natalie! * Come hang out on Instagram @natalieconnected [https://www.instagram.com/natalieconnected/] * Follow along on TikTok @natalieconnected [https://www.tiktok.com/@natalieconnected?_r=1&_t=ZT-91flrIQobWf] * Check out her offerings/website [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/] Check out Recovering Connection! [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/recovering-connection] A 6 month somatic group space for queer and neurodivergent folks in the later stages of trauma recovery who are ready to explore what it means to thrive. Other ways to get free support: Feeling disconnected from yourself? Grab my free guide - Nervous System Center [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/nervous-system-center]. A simple, nervous system forward guide for queer and neurodivergent folks to go from emotionally chaotic and lost to reconnected with yourself. If you enjoyed this episode of The Healing on the Fringe Podcast, help us spread the love by leaving a 5 star review! We love hearing your thoughts. Or share this episode with a friend who you know it would resonate with. Questions, comments, emotions? Come say hi on Instagram: @natalieconnected [https://www.instagram.com/natalieconnected/] Thanks for listening!

21: Happy Halloween & Blessed Samhain

In this episode, Natalie explored the origins, magic, and symbolism of the Halloween and Samhain holidays. She discusses the evolution of these holidays and the magical themes you can work with during his powerful time of year. If you've been wondering what it means when people say "the veil is thin" or you want new rituals to celebrate this season that are rooted in witchcraft, this episode is for you! Here are a few topics Natalie unpacks in this episode: * Origins, history, and evolution of Halloween and Samhain * What it means when people say "the veil is thin" * How you can work with the Samhain energy * Simple rituals you can try to tap into the magic of this time Connect with Natalie! * Come hang out on Instagram @natalieconnected [https://www.instagram.com/natalieconnected/] * Follow along on TikTok @natalieconnected [https://www.tiktok.com/@natalieconnected?_r=1&_t=ZT-91flrIQobWf] * Check out her offerings/website [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/] Check out Recovering Connection! [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/recovering-connection] A 6 month somatic group space for queer and neurodivergent folks in the later stages of trauma recovery who are ready to explore what it means to thrive. Other ways to get free support: Feeling disconnected from yourself? Grab my free guide - Nervous System Center [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/nervous-system-center]. A simple, nervous system forward guide for queer and neurodivergent folks to go from emotionally chaotic and lost to reconnected with yourself. If you enjoyed this episode of The Healing on the Fringe Podcast, help us spread the love by leaving a 5 star review! We love hearing your thoughts. Or share this episode with a friend who you know it would resonate with. Questions, comments, emotions? Come say hi on Instagram: @natalieconnected [https://www.instagram.com/natalieconnected/] Thanks for listening!

20: Nature Connection with Davey McConnell

Natalie is joined by Davey McConnell - who is a nature connection coach and owner of Queer by Nature and co-owner of The Eco Helper. We dive deep into all the magical healing nature has to offer your trauma healing journey. So if you're been wanting to deepen your connection to nature, this episode is for you! Here are a few topics Natalie & Davey unpack in this episode: * The intersection of queerness and nature * Why nature is so healing for our nervous system * Simple practices to deepen your nature connection * Navigating and making meaning of the symbolism in nature Resources mentioned * BOOK: Forest Euphoria by Patricia Kashain [https://patriciakaishian.com/forest-euphoria] Connect with Davey! * Dive into their offerings at www.queerbynature.com [https://www.queerbynature.com/] * Connect on Instagram @davey_queerbynature [https://www.instagram.com/davey_queerbynature/] * Connect on LinkedIn with Davey McConnell [https://www.linkedin.com/in/davey-mcconnell/] Connect with Natalie! * Come hang out on Instagram @natalieconnected [https://www.instagram.com/natalieconnected/] * Follow along on TikTok @natalieconnected [https://www.tiktok.com/@natalieconnected?_r=1&_t=ZT-91flrIQobWf] * Check out her offerings/website [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/] Check out Recovering Connection! [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/recovering-connection] A 6 month somatic group space for queer and neurodivergent folks in the later stages of trauma recovery who are ready to explore what it means to thrive. Other ways to get free support: Feeling disconnected from yourself? Grab my free guide - Nervous System Center [https://www.connected-psychotherapy.com/nervous-system-center]. A simple, nervous system forward guide for queer and neurodivergent folks to go from emotionally chaotic and lost to reconnected with yourself. If you enjoyed this episode of The Healing on the Fringe Podcast, help us spread the love by leaving a 5 star review! We love hearing your thoughts. Or share this episode with a friend who you know it would resonate with. Questions, comments, emotions? Come say hi on Instagram: @natalieconnected [https://www.instagram.com/natalieconnected/] Thanks for listening!