The Principles of BraveSpace: Somatic Authenticity and Belonging

In this episode of the Brave Space Podcast, host Matthew Nelson delves into the ten core principles of brave space, exploring what it takes to create a space for authenticity, vulnerability, and somatic connection. Matthew discusses somatic research, de-shaming, transformation, improvisation, response-ability, heart-centeredness, tensegrity, risk, eros, and inter-being. He provides insights on how these principles can help individuals stay true to their bodies and connect deeply with others, creating a collaborative and humane environment. Matthew emphasizes the importance of movement and awareness in somatics and shares personal anecdotes and examples to illustrate the transformative potential of these concepts.

00:00 Welcome to the Brave Space Podcast

00:38 Understanding Brave Space Principles

01:56 Exploring Somatics and Movement

02:34 The First Principle: Somatic Research

03:56 The Second Principle: De-shaming

06:05 The Third Principle: Transformation

12:40 The Fourth Principle: Improvisation

14:46 The Fifth Principle: Response-ability

18:37 The Sixth Principle: Heart Centeredness

21:07 The Miracle of Healing Presence

21:39 Understanding Innate Harmony

22:43 Exploring Compassion

23:13 Selfless Service and Humility

24:07 The Seventh Principle: Tensegrity

28:22 The Eighth Principle: Risk

31:29 The Ninth Principle: Eros

35:05 The Tenth Principle: Interbeing

38:44 Conclusion and Future Directions