18. EMBODIMENT & SOCIETY: "Returning Home to Our Bodies" with Author Abigail Rose Clarke

Lifeyness: A Joyful Embodiment Podcast

Connect with me on TikTok @book_of_lifeyness to see video shorts! In this episode of Lifeyness, Professor Sarah dives into a powerful conversation with Abigail Rose Clarke, a somatics practitioner, teacher, and author. They discuss how embodiment—the practice of feeling present and alive in one's body—helps us navigate life's challenges and can create more joy. Abigail shares her own struggles of disembodiment and how it related to her past eating disorder. Sarah and Abigail explore how societal pressures, gender expectations, and capitalism can force us into a state of disembodiment. Abigail offers tips on how to regain trust and comfort within our own bodies. As a special focus, Abigail presents her new book, 'Returning Home to Our Bodies' and its revolutionary views on somatics and embodiment. Listen to uncover how getting in touch with your sensing body and with nature can change your quality of life and help lead you to a happier, healthier existence.

This episode covers an array of topics, touching on the impact of societal norms on our perception of self, the concept of embodied life, and the interconnection between addiction and disembodiment. Abigail shares her personal journey and how she developed her own practice, The Embodied Life Method, from her studies and personal experiences. We also grapple with the experiences of women in Western culture from the lens of embodiment.

Timestamps:00:00 Preview clips 00:40 Welcome to the Lifeyness Podcast 01:25 Personal Journey and the Importance of Listening to Your Body 02:05 Introducing Guest Abigail Rose Clarke and Discussing Addiction 05:43 The Embodied Life Method and the Impact of Capitalism on Our Bodies 08:03 The Experience of Living in Mexico/ Understanding Whiteness 13:08 The Embodied Life Method: A Deeper Dive 19:21 The Impact of "Extractive Capitalism" on Our Bodies: A Closer Look 38:45 The Connection Between Disembodiment and Addiction 41:47 The Romantic Body and the Journey to Reclaiming Playfulness 45:11 Book Release, Book Tour, and Future Plans Links: Amazon link to the book Returning Home to Our Bodies Abigail's website and book Abigail's Instagram: @abigail.rose.clarke Keywords: Lifeyness Podcast, Abigail Rose Clarke, embodied life method, somatics, yoga, wellness, body, addiction, Western society, privilege, Returning Home to Our Bodies, Momo, comfort, capitalism, book Music Credit: William Claeson, "Song for a New Beginning"