The Mindful AL Podcast

Why the Body Matters in Emotional Healing | Somatic Practices & Emotional Capacity

What happens when emotions are approached not only through the mind, but through the body? In this episode of the Mindful AL Podcast, therapist, coach, and facilitator Tana Lücker shares her perspective on somatic awareness, trauma & emotional capacity. We explore: * why many people “forget” they are bodies * how stress disconnects us from ourselves * what somatic practices actually are * emotional regulation vs emotional control * nervous system capacity, overwhelm, and grounding * cold exposure, orienting, and other small daily practices * how the body stores pain — but also pleasure, safety, and joy This conversation is for anyone curious about deeper self-awareness, emotional healing, somatic therapy, or nervous system regulation beyond surface-level advice. ________ 🎙 Guest Tana Lücker Therapist, Coach, and Facilitator Website: https://www.tanalucker.com [https://www.tanalucker.com] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tana-lucker [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tana-lucker] ________ 🎥 Watch the full video episode on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠ [https://youtu.be/hKrVotj_2f4]https://youtu.be/3Egzgm3_QsQ [⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/3Egzgm3_QsQ] 🌿 Learn more & work with me: ⁠⁠⁠https://themindfulal.com⁠⁠⁠ [https://themindfulal.com] ☕ Support the podcast on Ko-fi: ⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/alisakrug [https://ko-fi.com/alisakrug] #SomaticHealing #EmotionalHealing #SomaticExperiencing #NervousSystem #TraumaHealing #Podcast

The Forgotten Sense That Shapes Your Emotions | Olfactotherapy Explained

What if your emotions are influenced long before you consciously understand them? In this episode of the Mindful AL Podcast, I speak with certified aromatherapist and olfactotherapist Marie Moulinou about the hidden connection between smell, memory, emotions, and the nervous system. We explore why certain smells instantly change our emotional state, how scent is connected to the limbic brain, and why olfactotherapy is becoming increasingly interesting. 🎙 Guest Marie Moulinou Certified Aromatherapist & Olfactotherapist Website: https://www.greenmoonaromatherapy.com [https://www.greenmoonaromatherapy.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/green.moon.aromatherapy [https://www.instagram.com/green.moon.aromatherapy] ________ 🎥 Watch the full video episode on YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/yBy5tEhr3Wg [https://youtu.be/hKrVotj_2f4] 🌿 Learn more & work with me: ⁠⁠https://themindfulal.com⁠⁠ [https://themindfulal.com] ☕ Support the podcast on Ko-fi: ⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/alisakrug [https://ko-fi.com/alisakrug] #Olfactotherapy #Aromatherapy #EmotionalHealing #Mindfulness #SelfAwareness

The Truth About Food, Eating Habits & Health | Podcast With Nutrition Coach

Why do we crave certain foods? Is it really about hunger, or something else? In this episode of The Mindful Al Podcast, we explore the deeper side of nutrition — beyond diets, rules, and restrictions. We talk about emotional eating, evening cravings, and how our habits are shaped from childhood and reinforced by brain chemistry. Together with a nutrition coach, we break down common myths about carbs, fats, protein, gluten, dairy, and more — and share practical, realistic ways to improve your eating without obsessing over calories or strict plans. This conversation is about awareness, balance, and finding what truly works for you. If you’ve ever struggled with cravings or felt confused about “healthy eating,” this episode will bring clarity. 🎙 Guest Franzi Voigt Unperfekt Gesund Nutrition Coaching Website: https://unperfekt-gesund.com [https://unperfekt-gesund.com ] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unperfektgesund [https://www.instagram.com/unperfektgesund] ________ 🎥 Watch the full video episode on YouTube: ⁠https://youtu.be/L-VUtm95Eq8 [https://youtu.be/hKrVotj_2f4] 🌿 Learn more & work with me: ⁠https://themindfulal.com⁠ [https://themindfulal.com] ☕ Support the podcast on Ko-fi: ⁠https://ko-fi.com/alisakrug [https://ko-fi.com/alisakrug]

Learning to Be Present - Fine Line Between Curiosity and Control

Holding space sounds gentle, but in reality it requires discipline. In this episode of the Mindful AL Podcast, I’m joined by Sebastian Redolfi, Lotscoach® and Facilitator, and together we explore what it truly means to guide, support, and stay present without overcontrolling or rescuing. Sebastian shares his journey from engineering into facilitation — and how he discovered that the real work isn’t about giving answers, but about creating the conditions where people can find their own. We dive into: * sensing what a group really needs and why no two sessions are ever the same * what it feels like to hold space and practice presence * overthinking, perfectionism, and learning to live with “good enough” * navigating blurred boundaries in freelance life * the difference between coaching and therapy * what to do when you feel stuck, unmotivated, or disconnected This episode isn’t about strategy or “fixing” others — it’s about awareness, reflection, and staying with what is. If you’ve ever felt the urge to control or rescue, or if you’re curious about what real presence requires, this conversation is for you. 🎙 Guest: Sebastian Redolfi, Lotscoach® and Facilitator Website: integratingperspectives.com [https://integratingperspectives.com] LinkedIn: Sebastian Redolfi [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianredolfi] ________ 🎥 Watch the full video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hKrVotj_2f4 [https://youtu.be/hKrVotj_2f4] 🌿 Learn more & work with me: https://themindfulal.com [https://themindfulal.com] ☕ Support the podcast on Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/alisakrug [https://ko-fi.com/alisakrug]

Burnout Didn’t Start at Work — It Started in Her Head (Healing Journey)

In this episode of the Mindful AL Podcast, I’m joined by Bianca, a Technical Project Manager, who shares her lived experience of burnout — how it started, what it felt like from the inside, and what recovery has looked like for her. This conversation goes beyond “being stressed.” We talk about the inner voice that keeps saying “it’s not enough. The pressure to perform. The guilt of not having energy when others seem to manage. The crash that forces you to stop. Bianca speaks openly about ignoring early signs, struggling to admit vulnerability, asking for help, starting therapy (including EMDR), and learning to soften the critical voice inside her. We also explore something many high-performing people quietly experience — the tension between ambition and self-compassion. If you’ve ever felt constantly tired, not good enough, or unsure whether what you’re experiencing is “just stress” or something deeper, this conversation might resonate. ________ 🎥 Watch the full video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Sf9bBWXNpbY [https://youtu.be/Sf9bBWXNpbY] 🌿 Learn more & work with me: https://themindfulal.com [https://themindfulal.com] ☕ Support the podcast on Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/alisakrug [https://ko-fi.com/alisakrug]