Episode 12: Dr hillary mcbride
29/08/2024
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Join Ailey Jolie and Dr. Hillary McBride, a registered psychologist, researcher, and podcaster, for this episode of In This Body. Together, Ailey and Dr. McBride explore how reconnecting with one's body can enhance both our personal and professional lives, as well as its role in trauma recovery. Dr. McBride shares her personal experiences and professional insights, touching on eating disorders, trauma, and the impact of societal and spiritual structures on body connection. The conversation delves into how embodiment can reshape collective well-being, with practical advice for those struggling to connect with their bodies. Dr. McBride also speaks on the intersection of psychedelic therapy and embodiment and discusses her upcoming book, Holy Hurt. This episode is a reminder of the potential that awaits us once we reconnect with our bodies. We hope you enjoy it.
About In This Body: Conversations with leading experts about the importance of embodiment in living an authentic life. In This Body asks the important questions: How does connecting to your body change your life? How will connecting to your body allow you to love better and live more authentically? And how does connecting to your body change the trajectory of our shared world?
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction to 'In This Body' Podcast
01:03 Meet Dr. Hillary McBride
02:44 The Impact of Embodiment on Personal and Professional Life
04:24 Eating Disorder Recovery and Embodiment
06:56 Bridging Embodiment and Research
10:30 Navigating Disconnection and Trauma
19:17 Exploring Psychedelics and Embodiment
27:08 Discovering the Body's Hidden Fears
27:35 The Power of Dissociation
28:48 Societal Trauma and Microaggressions
29:38 Navigating Systemic Injustices
32:54 Reconnecting with the Body
41:22 Religion, Spirituality, and Embodiment
43:53 Purity Culture and Its Impact
47:32 Queerness and Embodiment
49:59 The Power of True Stories
51:04 Final Reflections and Future Insights
To find out more about Dr. Hillary McBride:
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Explore: Practices for Embodied Living
To learn more about Ailey Jolie:
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Experience: Online Course
Email: info@aileyjolie.com
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