

Episode 11: Matthew Cooke speaks about body-based wisdom to connect to our whole self.
Sep 30, 2024
Matthew Cooke, a facilitator, speaker, and executive coach, shares insights on utilizing body-based wisdom to enhance leadership. He discusses the importance of presence and vulnerability in fostering effective guidance. Matthew highlights the critical role of nervous system regulation and emotional awareness in leadership practices. He explores the intersection of spirituality and leadership, emphasizing human-centric approaches post-pandemic. The conversation also touches on transformative somatic coaching methods aimed at cultivating a more intuitive and connected style of leadership.
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Burnout to Breakthrough
- Matthew Cooke burnt out from 70+ hour work weeks in tech.
- This led him to explore body-based wisdom for healing and leadership.
Regulation and Presence
- Body-based work helps leaders regulate their nervous systems.
- This improves presence and expands their window of tolerance.
Coffee and Body Wisdom
- Johnny Hammond reduced his coffee intake after body-based work.
- His body wisdom instinctively guided him towards more balance.