This episode of Soul Embodied Conversations invites listeners to explore the intricate nature of rituals in everyday life and during holiday gatherings. Tajah and Rachael discuss their personal  experiences with rituals, ranging from childhood memories to present day practices. They address the complexities of traditional celebrations and advocate for infusing  these occasions with authenticity and intentionality. Through sharing their own stories, they  encourage listeners to engage with rituals as spaces for healing, connection, and transformation,  fostering a deeper understanding of the balance between honoring the past and creating a future aligned with personal and collective values. ‍

Tajah and Rachael explore the practice of connecting to land, emphasizing its aliveness and the grief that often accompanies this exploration. Through an immersive, contemplative approach, listeners are invited to embrace the natural elements around them and to recognize the histories carried by the land they stand on. This episode guides the audience in establishing a present, meaningful relationship with their surroundings, touching upon the importance of recognizing indigenous histories and embodying mindfulness in every aspect of life, creating a heartfelt dialogue with the world.

Tajah Schall and Rachael Collins, hosts of Soul Embodied Conversations, invite listeners into an introspective journey of healing through story. Leaving behind their roles in academia, they focus on nurturing authentic connections, exploring how differences in identity, such as race and sexual orientation, impact relationships. In an illuminating discussion, they recount their shared experience at a grief tending retreat in Colorado, where they confronted their personal wounds. The episode highlights the importance of understanding and embracing one's wounds, and how this acceptance can lead to profound healing and connection within diverse circles.

This engaging episode invites listeners into the realm of somatic psychotherapy with hosts Tajah Schall and Rachael Collins. They discuss their shift from academic roles to fostering environments that cultivate deep relationships with 'hard things.' By sharing personal experiences and cultural narratives, the duo underscores storytelling's powerful influence in bridging human connections. They reflect on their journey of overcoming initial perceptions to form a lasting friendship, using their story as a testament to the profound impact of vulnerability and openness in transcending societal projections and assumptions.