Episode 4
From Awareness to Embodiment — The Sacred Practice of Becoming
What if insight isn’t the end goal of healing… but the beginning of becoming?
In this heartfelt episode, we move beyond aha moments and into the terrain of integration — the daily, lived practice of becoming who we truly are. Jennifer shares a powerful personal story and a simple, soulful mantra that helped her stay present during some of the darkest seasons of her life.
If you've ever wondered why change doesn’t stick — or felt frustrated by the gap between what you know and what you live — this episode is for you.
Because real transformation isn’t about becoming someone new.
It’s about remembering who you’ve always been
What You’ll Hear:
- Why awareness alone isn’t enough for transformation
- A six-part framework to move from insight to embodiment
- The origin of Jennifer’s anchoring mantra: “At this moment in time…”
- A personal story of grief, grace, and the power of presence
- How small, soul-aligned practices help change take root in daily life
- A reflective invitation to deepen your own integration journey
🌱 Reflection Invitation:
Where in your life are you being invited to integrate what you already know?
What’s one small practice — one breath, one phrase, one choice — that could help anchor that knowing into your daily life?
Meet the Host: Jennifer Nagel
Jennifer Nagel is a soul-centered counsellor, international facilitator, and best-selling author who has spent over two decades helping people navigate chaos, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and create meaningful, authentic lives. Deeply rooted in the Satir Model and experiential approaches to transformation, Jennifer brings a grounded presence, sharp insight, and a deep trust in the resources of the human spirit.
Her work spans continents and cultures — she has led programs and trainings in Canada, China, Kenya, Thailand, and Mexico, and currently serves as Director of Trainer Development with the Satir Institute of the Pacific. She is also senior faculty with the Banmen Satir China Management Centre.
Jennifer is the author of Magic in the Muck: Finding Grace in Chaos, co-author of Virginia Satir’s Evolving Legacy, and founder and co-author of the collaborative books Therapists Are Human Too and The Healing Journey to Authenticity, created through book-writing retreats she co-facilitated in Mexico.
Connect with the Host:
Website: www.jennifernagelcounselling.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifernagel1/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.nagel.566
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