S2 E2: Positive Body Image and Sexual Trauma Healing with Nikki Lanchbery

Positive Body Image and Sexual Trauma Healing with Nikki Lanchbery.

What happens when the fairytale ends and you're left holding the pieces of a story you never asked for? In this episode of 'Happily Ever After... What Now?', host Kiri Honey, a communication coach and creative guide, chats with Nikki Lanchbery, a Yogi, Body Acceptance advocate and founder of  @invitethecalm

Nikki shares her journey of overcoming trauma, particularly sexual assault, and how she helps others reconnect with their bodies through yoga, mindfulness, and compassionate community.

We discuss the challenges of body acceptance, the impact of societal beauty standards, and practical steps for navigating life after trauma.

Nikki offers insights into her personal experiences and provides actionable advice for those struggling with self-blame, anger, and the journey toward self-love and body positivity.

00:00 Introduction to Today's Topic
00:11 Meet Nikki Lanchbery: Yogi and Advocate
01:52 Nikki's Journey to Body Acceptance
02:04 The Concept of Clothes-Free Communities
05:20 Challenging Beauty Standards
10:45 Navigating Sexual Assault: Nikki's Story
25:04 Navigating Emotions: Healthy Practices
25:46 Embodiment Practices for Self-Acceptance
27:39 Rest and Nourishment: Key to Healing
27:57 Invite the Calm: Overcoming Trauma
31:39 Reclaiming Joy and Pleasure
39:35 Best and Worst Advice: Personal Reflections
42:46 Body Acceptance and Self-Love
47:48 Final Thoughts and Farewell

📖 Read Nikki’s Blog Post mentioned in the video here: https://www.invitethecalm.com/post/seeing-yourself

If you’d like to learn more about the Retreats Nikki runs visit: https://www.invitethecalm.com/retreats

Follow Nikki  @invitethecalm on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@invitethecalm
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