In this episode, Michelle Connolly shares a heartfelt update about her recent house sale, personal reflections on parenting, and ways to incorporate self-care strategies, including breath-work tailored to different Enneagram types. Discover practical routine ideas and spiritual reflections to foster peace and resilience in everyday life.
Main topics:
Personal updates: buying and selling a home, embracing new beginnings
Parenting reflections and generational influences
Breath work techniques customized for Enneagram types
Low dopamine mornings and digital boundaries
Spiritual self-care through gratitude and biblical promises
Practical tips for reducing stress and enhancing sleep quality
Thanks for joining us today!
Until Next time—And as always
I am Rooting for you! 💕
Connect with Michelle:
Michelle@coremotivationscoach.com
instagram.com/coremotivations_coach
Resources & Links:
Breath of Fire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbtLH-3DfLc
Box Breathing
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/n-efkFm0uWU
Belly Breathing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMjTJf4-xz0
Solar Plexus Breathing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqEBk_IhBsw
Morning routine
https://www.dreams.co.uk/sleep-matters-club/low-dopamine-morning-routine
Sunrise lamps/alarms tested
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-YNd4Z69Xo&t=72s
Rachel Hollis
Bible References
Timestamps:00:00 - Welcome and episode overview00:30 - Personal life update: house sale and moving forward01:04 - Emotions around the house sale: relief, peace, excitement02:33 - Night out celebrating with sushi and local ice cream03:02 - Real talk: coping with sadness and reflection on parenting03:51 - Childhood influences and parental examples05:08 - Repeating patterns in parenting and the desire to break the cycle07:05 - The challenges of parenthood and the desire for connection08:33 - Fear of losing chances to be the parent her daughter needs09:36 - Parenting without formal training and personal growth11:00 - Introduction to breathwork for self-care11:40 - Connecting breathwork with Enneagram types12:11 - Centers of intelligence: gut, head, and heart12:41 - Perception filters and echo chambers13:53 - Pathways to alignment through breathwork16:21 - Enneagram types grouped by centers: body, heart, head17:21 - Breath techniques for types eight, nine, and one18:42 - Breath of fire and belly breathing for emotional regulation19:48 - Breathing strategies for types two, three, and four22:34 - Techniques for types five, six, and seven24:31 - Sharing resources on breathing exercises and community engagement25:12 - Understanding wings and boundaries as a Giver (Enneagram 2)25:45 - Living in the healthy and practicing self-compassion26:28 - Developing low-pressure morning routines27:01 - Digital boundaries and sleep hygiene tips28:00 - Using natural light and morning routines for peace29:57 - Incorporating biblical gratitude and spiritual renewal32:27 - Recap of low dopamine strategies33:26 - Creating calm morning routines with small goals34:31 - The importance of flexibility and pacing in self-care35:18 - Deepening spiritual practices and gratitude for God's provision37:00 - Biblical promises for protection, purpose, and wisdom40:16 - Practicing gratitude as a spiritual reset41:11 - Gentle routines to start the day with purpose42:10 - Sensory-based care and reducing dopamine spikes43:45 - Sleep hygiene and connection with community44:50 - Building meaningful relationships and household organization46:25 - Physical therapies for recovery and well-being47:08 - Soft goals and exploring new routines without pressure48:43 - Practical tips for ongoing self-care and self-love49:12 - Closing remarks: resources, community, and personal encouragement50:09 - Final words of motivation and gratitude
