075: The Five Elements for Alchemy: Transforming Pain to Power

Why do so many entrepreneurs feel exhausted, underpaid, and invisible, despite doing meaningful work?In this episode, I sit down with business mentor Iva G., who helps women entrepreneurs step into magnetic and activating leadership . We explore why so many purpose-driven entrepreneurs struggle with visibility, overwork, and self-worth and how shifting your energy according to your Human Design can transform your business.By the end of this episode, you’ll learn more about Human Design, Iva's journey of combining her knowledge and expertise in marketing and branding with Human Design and with new perspectives on building a business rooted and aligned, rather than in hustle. Connect with Iva G:www.hdfactor.comhttps://substack.com/@thehdfactorConnect with Linh:www.returntoyin.orgwww.drlinhlove.com

The Year of the Fire Horse carries bold, expressive, heart-forward energy.In this short Return to Yin podcast, I explore what Fire Horse represents through a Chinese Medicine lens — courage, voice, visibility, passion, and the responsibility of tending our inner fire.We talk about:• Speaking your truth without burning out• Balancing confidence with regulation• Heart energy, expression & emotional maturity• How to embody boldness without losing your YinFire is meant to illuminate.This year invites us to rise, speak, create, and lead… while staying rooted in balance.✨ If this resonates, share with someone who is ready to embody their voice.🌿 Explore Return to Yin community & offerings below.Get the Monthly Newsletter: https://returntoyin.substack.comRead the newest article Rise In Voice & Fire for The Year of Fire Horse:https://returntoyin.substack.com/p/rise-in-voice-and-fire-the-year-of?r=3bab18Join the Yin Circle membership: www.returntoyin.org/illuminate

This episode introduces the rebirth of the podcast. I reflect on closing the Soulthentic chapter and share why Return to Yin emerged -- shifting the mission toward burnout recovery, cyclical living, and restoring balance in a culture of overdoing. A brief reflection on endings, beginnings, and alignment.Thank you for being here.Stay connected with us!Website: www.returntoyin.orgSubstack: www.returntoyin.substack.comInstagram: @returntoyin

In this solo episode of the Soulthentic Podcast, Linh explores life as alchemy where pain, if witnessed and honored, becomes the fuel for deep personal transformation.We move through the 5 Five Elements of alchemy: 🌬️ Metal: Grounding awareness in the cauldron of the body💧 Water: Processing and integrating emotion🔥 Fire: Practicing forgiveness, compassion, and inner work for transformation🌿 Earth: Trusting yourself, surrendering to the moment, and integrating the nowThis episode is for anyone who is walking through being in the cauldron, facing challenges along the Heroine's Journey, shadow or inner child work, and longing to reclaim their power, purpose, and healing through embodiment, energy movement, reconnection to inner resources & wisdom.Ready to go deeper on your path and desire support?🔗 Learn more: www.drlinhlove.com/🗓️ Book a free consult with me: Free 15 Minute Consult🍵 Join the Substack community: Return To Yin Substack

What does your diaphragm have to do with trauma healing?In this episode of the Soulthentic Podcast, I sit down with Alaine Duncan, licensed acupuncturist, SEP and author of The Tao of Trauma, along with Deb DeAngeles, Advanced Rolfer, Qigong Instructor, and SEP.Together, we explore the critical role of the diaphragm system in holding and transforming traumatic stress through the lens of both Chinese Five Element Theory and modern neurobiology.This conversation is a deep dive into the Coherence in the Diaphragm System, which is a hands-on workshop they’re co-teaching in Kansas in 2025, designed for bodyworkers, acupuncturists, therapists, and all healing professionals ready to bring more presence, skill, and embodied wisdom into their trauma-informed care.In This Episode, we discuss:- What the Tao of Trauma framework is and why it matters- How diaphragms (yes, more than one!) store and regulate trauma- The 5 Elements of touch: Respect, Protect, Encourage, Love & Support- Signs the body is holding unprocessed trauma- Somatic tools for consent, pacing & titration in healing- Insights from Alaine & Deb's personal and professional journeys- What to expect in their hands-on diaphragm workshop in KansasWorkshop Details:Coherence in the Diaphragm System: A Hands-On Tao of Trauma Workshop📍 Location: Kansas👩‍🏫 Led by: Alaine Duncan, M.Ac., L.Ac., SEP & Deb DeAngeles, Advanced Rolfer, Qigong Instructor, SEP🔗 Register here: https://integrativehealingworks.net/Like, comment & subscribe if this episode sparked something for you. Share it with a practitioner friend who would benefit!

In this Soulthentic Podcast episode, I’m joined by Alaine Duncan, acupuncturist and author of The Tao of Trauma, and Tracey Post, LCSW and CEO of the Princeton Center for Mindbody Healing. Together, they are co-facilitating the next 2025-2026 Tao of Trauma training—an approach that integrates the neurobiology of traumatic stress with Chinese medicine.In this episode, we explore how this East-meets-West framework offers a unique path for trauma healing—one that honors both the nervous system and the body's deep intelligence. Alaine and Tracey share how trauma is not just a memory stored in the mind but a physiological and energetic imprint held in the bodyand how practitioners across fields can learn to safely and skillfully support its resolution.Whether you’re an acupuncturist, massage therapist, mental health practitioner, or medical provider, this episode will inspire you to look at trauma through a multidimensional lens—and maybe even join the next Tao of Trauma training cohort starting in September 2025.💫 Topics We Explore:What Tao of Trauma is & how it bridges modalitiesThe role of the Five Elements & the Threat-Response CycleWhy trauma isn’t a disorder—it’s a survival responseThe importance of the Vagus Nerve & bottom-up healingReal examples of clinical transformationPersonal insights from Alaine & Tracey’s healing journeysDetails about the upcoming September 2025 cohort and how to join🌿 Join their upcoming free intro class + IG/FB Lives to get a feel for the work before the cohort begins!🎓 Learn more & register for Tao of Trauma training: Join their upcoming free intro class + IG/FB Lives to get a feel for the work before the cohort begins!Register for the June 16, 2025 FREE Class: https://integrativehealingworks.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=deb045cdc4e89719f972d161f&id=a541b59ded&e=390b8cb793Register for the August 10th, 2025 FREE Class:https://integrativehealingworks.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=deb045cdc4e89719f972d161f&id=9bf44fc8f4&e=390b8cb793Register for Tao of Trauma 2025-2026 training: https://integrativehealingworks.net/training/the-tao-of-trauma-2025-26/🌐 Connect with Tracey: www.princetonmindbody.com📘 Learn more about Alaine Duncan & her book: www.integrativehealingworks.net✨ Explore more from me: https://www.drlinhlove.com

In this episode of Soulthentic Podcast, I sit down with the inspiring Dr. Rhonda Rabbitt, who is a Shamanista, Reverend, Doctor, creator, and channel. Together, we explore Rhonda's path into being a force for authenticity. Using a variety of tools such as Erotic Blueprint Coaching, Temple Body Arts, Energy Medicine, along with her years of experience in education and organizational change, and leadership.✨ Topics we cover:Being this blend of shamanness, wisdom, crone magic, and energy medicineThe journey of leadership in organzational change and educationTantra arts, energy medicine, Qi Gong, embodimentPractical tips for practitioners and people wanting to know more about authenticity👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more soulful, healing conversations.🔔 Turn on notifications so you don’t miss our next episode!✨ Whether you're new to Taoist healing or already walking the path, this conversation will leave you feeling grounded, nourished, and inspired.🔗 Connect with Linh & explore more offerings at https://www.linktr.ee/drlinhlove🔗 Connect with Rhonda on Instagram at @rhonda_rabbittStay tuned for more podcasts & interviews like this.Thank you for listening!

In this episode of Soulthentic Podcast, I sit down with the radiant Solla Pizzuto, Senior Universal Tao Instructor and Global Chi Nei Tsang Practitioner trained by Master Mantak Chia. Together, we explore Solla’s powerful path into Taoist healing arts and how Chi Nei Tsang, an abdominal massage rooted in ancient Taoism can release emotional imprints. Solla shares how she came to this practice, how it transformed her relationship with her body and spirit, and why womb healing is vital for reclaiming our intuitive, creative power. She speaks with depth, humor, and wisdom, offering guidance for anyone curious about the energetic body, feminine embodiment, and the Taoist path of inner alchemy.✨ Topics we cover:What is Chi Nei Tsang and how does it work?The journey of becoming a Universal Tao teacherSound healing, somatics & abdominal work, feminine energy, womb wisdom & emotional healingPractical tips for practitioners and people wanting to know more about emotional healing👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more soulful, healing conversations.🔔 Turn on notifications so you don’t miss our next episode!✨ Whether you're new to Taoist healing or already walking the path, this conversation will leave you feeling grounded, nourished, and inspired.🔗 Connect with Linh & explore more offerings at https://www.linktr.ee/drlinhlove🔗 Connect with Solla on Instagram at @sollataoApril 15, 2025 Solla is hosting The Art of Somatic Healing at Yo San University. Visit Solla's instagram for more information!Stay tuned for more podcasts & interviews like this.Thank you for listening!

In this episode of Soulthentic Podcast, I sit down with Jody R. Weiss, a serial entrepreneur, social activist, and lifelong meditator. We dive deep into the concept of feminizing capital, exploring how we can shift financial and business landscapes towards greater equity, heart-centered leadership, and conscious impact.Jody shares insights from her 50 years of meditation, guiding us through a short practice to cultivate presence and clarity. We also discuss her journey as a serial entrepreneur, her passion for social activism, and all the wisdom she's gathered in between.If you're ready to rethink the role of money, leadership, and mindfulness in business, this episode is for you.✨ Listen now and expand your perspective ✨🔗 Connect with Jody R. Weiss: Website: https://jodyrweiss.com/about Expanded Reality Podcast: HTTPS://linktr.ee/jodyrweiss Resources Mentioned: Kashmir Traditions Organizations: Diversified Capital Coalition www.diversifiedcapitalcoalition.com Women Funding the World: www.womenfundingtheworld.com🔗 Connect with Dr. Linh:🌿 https://www.drlinhlove.com💬 Let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode in the comments or DM me on Instagram! Enjoy everyone!

From Chinese Medicine, Linh explains the view of how blood deficiency, which is a common Chinese Medicine diagnosis and pattern may be the root cause of anxiousness, lack of groundedness, emotional stability or rootedness, vivid dreaming, and lack of boundaries. Thanks for watching & listening! Learn more with this article: https://www.drlinhlove.com/articles/lack-of-boundaries-and-blood-deficiency-in-traditional-chinese-medicine-reclaiming-strength-and-resilience How to reach Linh? www.drlinhlove.com Instagram: @drlinhlove / @areturntoyin