The Soul Horizon
Where self meets Soul. Join psychologist Ashley Melillo each week for a supportive dose of psychology for the Soul, weaving together psychology and spirituality to explore life’s greatest mysteries. We’ll journey through topics like consciousness, the nature of reality, self-reclamation + self-mastery, empowerment, living beyond illusion, ego de-centering, intuitive discernment, living in alignment with the Higher Self, and more.
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Safe Self ("Acceptable Self") vs. Authentic Self
In this episode, we're exploring the idea of 'safe self' or 'acceptable self' vs. authentic self, and how we’ll only ever be as authentic as our willingness to be rejected. In other words, our ability to show up authentically in life expands in direct proportion to our willingness to be “rejected” for who we are.
Sources
Kalyani, B., Venkatasubramanian, G., Arasappa, R., Rao, N., Kalmady, S., Behere, R., Rao, H., Vasudev, M., & Gangadhar, B. (0168). Neurohemodynamic correlates of ‘OM’ chanting: A pilot functional magnetic resonance imaging study. International Journal of Yoga, 4(1), 3-6.
Autonomic Nervous System (Cleveland Clinic)
Continued Reading + Resources
Article: 5 Ways to Stimulate Your Vagus Nerve (Cleveland Clinic)
Article: When Trauma Gets Stuck in the Body
Article: The Vagus Nerve in Trauma
Article: Increasing Vagal Tone + HRV
Article: Fight Anxiety with a Strong Vagus Nerve
Article: Butterfly Hug for Bilateral Stimulation
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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only and does not substitute individual psychological advice.
*This is an affiliate link. Purchasing through affiliate links supports The Soul Horizon at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!