Car Crashes, Coyotes, and Containment…Oh My!
Podcast Summary:
In this episode, Chantel Dominique speaks on being involved in a car accident in January 2026 and how the aftermath leads her to recognizing her body’s pattern responses when it comes to needing and receiving help. Topics covered are:
Being hard on Self
Struggling to slow down
Curling inward
Defining types of rest (physical, spiritual, mental, creative, emotional)
Acknowledging the grief that comes with slowing down
Themes:
Containment, self-containment, self-isolation, sense of safety
Lesson:
Tending to Self can occur outside of isolation. Stay open to community and those willing to support me through tough times.
Appreciation:
I’ve outgrown what used to soothe me.
Food for Thought:
What is a self-soothing pattern that you’ve outgrown? What’s a new practice that you’re desiring to call in for yourself?