Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Vitality Coaching

05:51 Insights into the UK Healthcare System

09:11 Personal Experiences with Mental Health

12:59 Exploring Alternative Health Practices

16:09 Connecting with Zoe's Coaching Services

19:00 Unpacking Personal Issues

21:58 The Fear of Consequences

24:56 Breaking Free from Societal Norms

28:03 The Journey of Self-Discovery

32:03 Patience and Personal Growth

37:19 The Power of Breath and Movement in Yoga

39:01 Understanding Yin and Hatha Yoga

40:45 Practical Yoga Techniques for Tension Relief

42:02 The Role of Yoga Mats in Practice

43:01 Exploring Hot Yoga: Benefits and Experiences

44:25 Finding Joy in Self-Care Practices

46:21 Meditation: Clearing the Mind and Finding Focus

48:24 Techniques for Managing Anxiety and Depression

51:17 The Importance of Relaxation in Modern Life

54:49 Mind, Body, and Soul: A Holistic Approach

Summary

In this episode of Retrieving Sanity, host Keegan Read speaks with Zoe Smith, a vitality coach, about her journey from teaching and working in local government to her current role in holistic health. Zoe discusses the concept of vitality coaching, her personal experiences with mental health, and the challenges within the UK healthcare system. She emphasizes the importance of alternative health practices and shares insights into her coaching services, aiming to help individuals regain their vitality and well-being. In this conversation, Keegan Read and Zoe Smith explore the complexities of personal issues, the fear of consequences, and the journey of self-discovery. They discuss how societal norms can create anxiety and depression, the importance of patience in personal growth, and the liberating feeling of breaking free from traditional thought patterns. Zoe shares her experiences with counseling, moving away, and the lessons learned through travel, emphasizing the significance of understanding oneself and the layers of healing involved in that process. In this conversation, Zoe Smith and Keegan Read explore various aspects of yoga, meditation, and self-care practices. They discuss the benefits of different yoga styles, including Yin and Hatha yoga, and share practical techniques for relieving tension. The conversation also delves into the importance of finding joy in self-care, the challenges of meditation, and the necessity of relaxation in modern life. Zoe emphasizes the holistic approach of mind, body, and soul, encouraging listeners to find practices that resonate with them.

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