The Full Frontal Living™ Podcast with Lisa Carpenter

• Why Somatic Techniques Alone Can't Heal Nervous System Dysregulation

  In this episode, Lisa dives into why somatic techniques like breathing exercises and yoga aren’t enough to heal a dysregulated nervous system. Drawing from her personal struggles and experience, Lisa shares how addressing the root causes of dysregulation—like trauma, unprocessed emotions, and lifestyle choices—are key to true healing. Lisa discusses the signs of nervous system dysregulation, including fatigue, anxiety, and relationship struggles, and explains the importance of self-responsibility and emotional introspection in the healing process. If you’re seeking to understand what drives your stress responses, this episode offers actionable insights to guide your journey.   Key Takeaways: Surface-Level Techniques Aren’t Enough: Techniques like meditation and yoga are helpful, but addressing the root causes is essential for lasting healing. Root Causes of Dysregulation: Childhood trauma, emotional immaturity, and unresolved feelings are major contributors to nervous system imbalances. Symptoms and Long-Term Effects: Chronic fatigue, anxiety, and relationship issues are signs of nervous system dysregulation. Our Power to Choose: Taking responsibility for your own healing and understanding the true cause of your stress is essential for progress. Practical Insights: Lisa blends personal experience and professional wisdom to emphasize deep emotional work over temporary fixes. Resources: Lisa's Secret Podcast: Sustainably Strong Learn more about Reclamation Episode 271 with therapist Molina on nervous system regulation. Connect with Lisa on Instagram: @lisacarpenterinc Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn If this episode resonated with you, don’t forget to subscribe and share it with someone who could benefit. Dive deeper into your own healing journey by understanding the root causes of your nervous system dysregulation. Stay tuned for more powerful insights and practical advice in future episodes!

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• Why Female Friendships Matter: Navigating Shame, Vulnerability, and Growth

  In this insightful episode, Lisa dives into the importance of female friendships and how they shape our lives. She explores themes of self-reflection, vulnerability, and growth, shedding light on how nurturing meaningful connections with other women can lead to healing and empowerment. Key Takeaways: The Power of Female Friendships: Lisa shares the impact of strong, supportive friendships among women, especially as we navigate life's challenges. Healing Past Wounds: Addressing past female relationships to heal old wounds and foster healthier, more fulfilling connections. The Reclamation Program: Lisa introduces her new program, offering various levels of support to help women reclaim their power through coaching, community, and conversations on topics that matter most. Personal Growth and Vulnerability: Through her own experiences, Lisa illustrates the value of vulnerability and how allowing yourself to truly connect with other women can accelerate personal growth. Building Healthy Communities: Learn how Lisa’s one-to-one clients are coming together in community, supporting one another in meaningful ways. Discussion Points: The long-term impact of relational bullying and how it affects women’s ability to trust and form deep connections. Why many women use self-reliance as a defense mechanism and the importance of allowing vulnerability for growth. How female friendships are essential for emotional support, especially as women outlive their male partners. How societal pressures to compete can hinder women’s ability to form supportive and trusting relationships. The importance of celebrating each other’s successes and providing support during hard times. Reflect on your own female friendships. Are you investing in them fully? What actions can you take to strengthen these relationships? Tune in to this episode, subscribe to the podcast, and share it with those who would benefit from this empowering conversation. Join the Masterclass in February to dive deeper into healing “female wounds” and creating soulful connections. Let’s continue to transform our relationships and build a strong, supportive community of women. Resources:Connect with Lisa on InstagramConnect with Lisa on Facebook

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• Personal Responsibility and Global Change

  In episode 296 of the Full Frontal Living Podcast, Lisa dives into how to navigate the chaos that comes with the start of 2025. She explores the importance of taking personal responsibility in these uncertain times, and how our ability to respond thoughtfully can make all the difference in our own lives—and in the world around us. Transformation often comes through destruction, and in this episode, Lisa reminds us of the power we hold to choose how we show up, no matter what’s happening around us. Key Takeaways: Embracing Destruction for Growth: Sometimes, chaos is the catalyst for transformation. Lisa shares how even in the most difficult situations, something new can emerge. Embrace the process of destruction—it’s often the precursor to something bigger and better. Personal Responsibility and Boundaries: You can’t change what’s outside your control, but you can control how you show up. Take responsibility for your own well-being first. Set boundaries to ensure you're supporting yourself before extending that support to others. Staying Neutral and Educated: When navigating global challenges, staying neutral allows you to show up with clarity. Educate yourself and hold space for multiple perspectives. Being well-informed helps you make better decisions. Small Acts, Big Impact: Don’t underestimate the power of small actions. Whether it's a kind word or a small gesture, everything makes a difference. Focus on making meaningful, sustainable contributions—whether that’s through thoughtful consumption or acts of service. Conscious Consumption: Take a moment to reflect on your own consumption habits. How do they impact the world around you, from climate change to human rights? Make intentional choices about your needs vs. your wants. Navigating Emotions and Receiving Support: It’s okay to feel overwhelmed or helpless in the face of global issues. Give yourself grace. Learn how to receive support just as much as you give it. Balance is key in maintaining your well-being. Transformation and Closure: 2025 is a year of reflection, closure, and transformation. Use this time to align yourself with your values and make space for the new cycle ahead. Action Steps: Reflect on your personal boundaries. Where can you take more responsibility? Think about small actions you can take to positively impact your community or global issues. Reevaluate your consumption habits and commit to more conscious choices. Tune into your needs, and ensure you’re taking care of yourself during difficult times. Don’t hesitate to reach out for support, and offer it to others when you can. If you found value in this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your support means the world and helps us reach more people who need this message. Thank you for tuning in. Remember, you always have the power to choose how you show up for yourself and the world. Resources: Work with LisaConnect with Lisa on InstagramThe Sustainably Strong Private Podcast

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• How Making 2024 The Year of ME Changed My Perspective

  In this episode of the Full Frontal Living podcast, Lisa Carpenter takes you on an empowering journey toward reclaiming your power and choosing a path that aligns with your deepest desires. She explores how taking responsibility for your life, especially your choices, is the key to unlocking lasting fulfillment, all while maintaining your well-being. Key Takeaways: Choosing Your Path: Lisa breaks down how our most impactful decisions start with the willingness to choose ourselves. You have the power to shape your life and prioritize what matters most to you. The Myth of "Doing It All": Stop striving for balance by doing everything. True fulfillment comes from doing what serves you—not adding more to your plate just to please others. Setting Boundaries with Love: Understand how to say no, not out of fear, but out of a place of empowerment. Lisa shares actionable steps to create and honor boundaries in a way that nurtures both yourself and your relationships. Sustainable Success: Get practical tips on how to manage your energy, not just your time, so you can achieve your goals while feeling good about the process. Living with Intention: How to build a life based on your values and vision, rather than external pressures or societal expectations. If you found this episode inspiring, share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t already, please leave us a review—it helps us reach more incredible people who want to lead their lives with intention, purpose, and self-compassion. Thank you for tuning in and continuing this journey of growth and transformation with me. Keep listening for more empowering episodes that will help you live a life aligned with your truest self.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Website: LisaCarpenter.ca Instagram: @LisaCarpenterInc Facebook: Lisa Carpenter Inc Sustainably Strong Podcast: lisacarpenter.ca/strong Episode 275: What a Simple Rock Can Powerfully Teach You About Letting Go

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• ENCORE How to Become More Resilient and Find True Strength

  Welcome back to another episode of the Full Frontal Living podcast! In episode 294, we're revisiting one of the most powerful concepts on the journey of personal growth and healing: the power of choice and taking responsibility for your life. Join Lisa as she shares personal stories and real-life examples of how she learnt to take full responsibility for her life, and how it’s been a game-changer in her own growth. Key Takeaways: Personal Growth Starts With You: We all have the ability to shape our lives, but it starts with taking full responsibility for where we are right now. Personal transformation doesn’t happen by accident. It’s about understanding what you truly desire and committing to it, no matter how messy or uncomfortable it gets. Vulnerability and Asking for Help: You don’t have to do this alone. Coaches, therapists, and a solid support system are absolute game-changers when it comes to healing and growth. You can’t do it by yourself, and that’s more than okay. We all need people to help guide us through the tough stuff. Being vulnerable and letting others in has been key to my healing journey. You don’t have to do it alone. Commit to Self-Care: I’m not talking about bubble baths here. I’m talking about real self-care: nutrition, sleep, exercise. These things are non-negotiable if you want to thrive. If you’re neglecting these basics, your healing journey is going to be a lot harder. Face Your Fears: Being resilient doesn’t mean just pushing through. It means being present with your fears and challenges and transforming them into opportunities for growth. I’ve faced fears head-on in my life, and I’ll tell you: you come out the other side stronger and more empowered. Building True Resilience: Resilience is about flexibility—emotionally, mentally, and physically. It’s not about “grin and bear it” or pushing yourself into burnout. It’s about being able to bounce back without losing yourself along the way. Break Free from Unhelpful Patterns: We often turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms (like overworking) to avoid emotions. But real growth happens when you feel the emotion and move through it without using work, food, or other distractions as a crutch. The bottom line: You have the power to choose how you respond to your life. Healing and transformation come when you take responsibility, embrace vulnerability, and lean on the people around you. If I can do it, so can you. Let’s keep going, keep evolving, and create the lives we know we’re meant to live. Let’s make 2025 the best year of our lives.   Resources: Interested in working with Lisa? Learn more here. Connect with Lisa on Instagram: @LisaCarpenterInc Connect with Lisa on Facebook: Lisa Carpenter Listen & Subscribe: Don’t miss out on future episodes! Subscribe to Full Frontal Living Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.

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