Awaken with Oliver Podcast

Oliver George Cartledge

#433 Real Connection Starts When You Name The Sensation In Your Body

OCT 6, 202656 MIN

Description

If you’ve ever said “I’m fine” while your body clearly wasn’t, this conversation is for you. We dig into what it actually means to feel heard, and why retelling the facts of a bad day rarely creates the closeness we’re craving. Instead of staying in the head, we practice a somatic approach: where is the feeling, what does it do, and what happens when someone witnesses it without trying to fix it? Dana (Venusian Magic) joins us to explore emotional vulnerability, embodied communication, and nervous system healing through sensation. We talk about the “layers” of connection, how asking better questions can uncover the core wound beneath a surface complaint, and why over-intellectualising can be a trauma response that keeps emotion stuck. We also touch on resonance, energy moving through the body, and how modalities like therapy, shadow work, and even tantric practices can help us integrate the parts of ourselves we’ve pushed away. Then we zoom out into the big themes: holding two truths at once, the fear of making the wrong choice, and the tension between free will and a path that feels “written.” We unpack manifestation and magnetism, including womb healing and refining what you’re calling in, plus an honest discussion about the ethics of influencing reality without manipulating other people. If this episode sparks something in you, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs deeper connection, and leave a review so more people can find the show. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Raw, unedited conversations exploring healing, self-awareness, trauma, and personal growth. Hosted by Oliver, who overcame Tourette’s, ADHD, and OCD through lifestyle changes and nervous system regulation, this podcast focuses on real, practical healing — not theory. Each episode covers topics like emotional triggers, inner child healing, mindfulness, identity, and building resilience through honest, lived experience. For anyone seeking clarity, emotional freedom, and deeper self-understanding. Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/yeskingoliver Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yeskingoliver Download my FREE PDF's — Take Control: http://www.talkwitholiver.com/pdf Community for healers, lightworkers & conscious travellers: Connect, exchange services, plan journeys, list retreats, discover festivals, and share your work: https://www.findmytribe.org For Ceramonial Cacao  https://ommawellbeing.com