Red Beard Embodiment Podcast

By: Alex Greene
  • Summary

  • Alex Greene is on a mission to bring the power of embodiment to people all around the world. This podcast focuses on how embodiment practices, trauma healing, and knowledge about human nervous system can help us find our ground, discover new sources of meaning, and create connection in an ever-changing world.

    The deepest change is embodied change.

    © 2024 Red Beard Embodiment Podcast
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Episodes
  • E58 TRE on the Spiritual Path ft. Simba Stenqvist
    Nov 1 2024

    In this episode, Alex sits down with Simba Stenqvist, a TRE provider and trainer originally from Sweden, now based in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Simba runs a retreat and healing center called Living with the Spirit, which he co-founded with his wife. With a background in martial arts and a passion for embodiment and holistic healing practices, Simba shares his journey into TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) and how he integrates it with other modalities like polyvagal theory to create a comprehensive approach to healing.

    Throughout the conversation, Simba delves into the principles behind his retreat center's approach, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe environment for deep healing. He explains how his work is not just about physical exercises but also about addressing the mental and emotional aspects of healing. Simba shares insights into his methodology, which includes traditional Chinese medicine, breathwork, and sound healing, all aimed at helping individuals better understand and regulate their nervous systems. He discusses the transformative power of neurogenic tremoring and how it aligns with the principles of polyvagal theory.

    Listen to the full episode to discover more about Simba’s journey, the mission behind Living with the Spirit, and the upcoming TRE retreats in Thailand.

    Links and Resources:

    • Website: https://livingwiththespirit.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingwiththespirit/
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • E57 A Sound Engineer's Journey into TRE ft. Sam Curtis
    Sep 6 2024

    What happens when a sound engineer dives deep into the human nervous system? In this episode of Red Beard Embodiment podcast, host Alex Greene sits down with Sam Curtis, a seasoned sound engineer who has worked with music legends like Michael Jackson and David Bowie. Sam shares his unexpected journey from the world of music to becoming a passionate advocate for nervous system health and trauma healing.

    Sam opens up about his personal experience with burnout and how it led him to discover TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises). He explains how TRE, a simple yet powerful technique that involves shaking the body, helped him release deep-seated tension and trauma, leading to profound personal transformation. Sam also delves into his fascination with the polyvagal theory, a model that explains our autonomic responses to stress, and how it has informed his understanding of the nervous system.

    Sam's unique perspective as a sound engineer turned TRE provider offers valuable insights into the interconnectedness of our minds, bodies, and emotions. Whether you're struggling with stress, trauma, or simply curious about the power of the nervous system, this episode will leave you inspired and equipped with new tools for healing and growth.

    Key Highlights:

    • 00:00 Introduction
    • 04:40 TRE in Japan
    • 08:25 Sam's Background in Sound Engineering
    • 12:43 Sam's First Paid Gig
    • 17:07 Touring with Bands and Working in Studios
    • 24:07 Burnout and the Turning Point
    • 27:11 Introduction to TRE
    • 31:34 TRE and Trauma Resolution
    • 40:58 Music for Healing
    • 45:25 Polyvagal Theory and Music
    • 50:15 Fascia and the Nervous System
    • 56:01 Introduction to IFS
    • 01:03:11 Integrating TRE and IFS
    • 01:13:11 Leading Edge and Future Plans

    Links and Resources:

    • Website: https://www.soundmansam.com/
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • E56 - Stress Management as Risk Management ft. Petter Larsson
    Aug 23 2024

    In this episode host Alex Greene sits down with Petter Larsson, a former Swedish national security and intelligence officer turned risk management consultant, leadership coach, and TRE Provider. Petter shares his personal journey of burnout and recovery, and how he came to understand that stress management is risk management.

    Petter's story is a powerful reminder that even the most resilient among us can be vulnerable to stress and burnout. He offers valuable insights into the importance of self-awareness, self-care, and seeking help when needed. Petter also shares his experience with TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises), a somatic therapy that he credits with helping him to heal from trauma and develop a healthier relationship with his body and nervous system.

    If you're struggling with stress or burnout, or if you're simply interested in learning more about how to manage your nervous system, this episode is for you. Petter's story is sure to inspire and inform, and his insights will give you practical tools to take back control of your life.

    Key Highlights:

    • 00:00 - Introduction
    • 04:19 - Petter's Background in Swedish National Security and Intelligence
    • 08:00 - Petter's Childhood and Formative Years
    • 11:36 - Petter's Career and Burnout
    • 13:43 - Petter's First Health Scare
    • 16:07 - Petter's Collapse and Hospitalization
    • 20:33 - Petter's Anxiety and Panic Attacks
    • 25:57 - Petter's Introduction to TRE
    • 36:58 - The Power of TRE for Petter
    • 48:32 - Integrating TRE into Everyday Life
    • 53:58 - Petter's Approach to Helping Others with TRE
    • 1:01:21 - Integrating TRE into Yoga and Wellness Practices
    • 1:06:12 - TRE as a Preventative and Proactive Approach
    • 1:15:58 - Closing Thoughts and Future of TRE

    Links and Resources:

    • Website: https://www.lizarch.com/
    • Safe and Sound Protocol: https://www.lizarch.com/safe-and-sound-protocol
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizarch
    • Stephen Porges: https://www.stephenporges.com/
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    1 hr and 19 mins

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