In today's episode, we are joined by Saga Briggs. She's an accomplished freelance journalist, known for her thought-provoking articles on the intriguing intersections of interoception and psychedelics. Listen in for a captivating conversation with Saga as we uncover the intricate links between our minds and bodies, offering practical tips for developing heightened body awareness.

In this episode, we cover:

“How to Change Your Body” title explained.
What is Interoception?
What leads us to disconnection?
Can we predict our bodies?
Mental health and body health concepts
What is Kama Muta?
What are other reconnection practices?
Thoughts on using different psychedelics
Decolonizing the body
Authenticity as a cure for disembodiment
How to develop awareness of your body?

Helpful Links:

Saga Briggs - Author of How to Change Your Body: The Science of Interoception and Healing Through Connection to Yourself and Others
Twitter @SagaMilena

Articles by Saga:

References:

How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan
You Must Change your Life by Peter Sloterdijk
Journalist Emily Underwood on Brain-body connection
Antonio Damasio on consciousness and bodily feelings
Interoception researchers Andy Arnold and Karen Dobkins
Decolonizing the Body by Kelsey Blackwell
Kama Muta: The Connecting Emotion by Alan Page Fiske
Dr Ros Watts on psychedelics and connectedness
Kristina Oldroyd on interoception and childhood development
Audre Lorde's The Erotic as Power
Multidimensional Assessment of Interoceptive Awareness

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