The Search For Healing And Meaning With TIM SHIEFF | EMP Podcast 143
Jul 4, 2024
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Tim Shieff, a former top parkour athlete, discusses his journey towards a healthier lifestyle. Topics include childhood trauma's role in physical ailments, therapeutic practices, repairing relationships, evolving understanding of human movement, and coaching roles. They talk about leaving veganism, family trauma, Weck Method, biomechanics, movement strategies, and the biopsychosocial model.
Understanding the deep link between emotional trauma and physical injuries, emphasizing the importance of addressing past traumas for holistic healing.
Exploring the ecological dynamics of movement, highlighting the interconnectedness of biomechanics, emotions, and societal influences in personalized movement practices.
Discussing the transformative power of psychedelic therapies in healing emotional wounds, showcasing the potential for self-compassion and growth through alternative healing modalities.
Deep dives
Exploring the Journey Through Parkour and Beyond
Parkour enthusiast delves into his journey from the heights of parkour accolades to a unique trajectory in life. The transition from golden boy to bad boy in various communities sheds light on the pressures of meeting expectations.
Unpacking the Emotional Inheritance
The impact of family trauma and emotional complexities is explored, revealing deep-seated patterns of behavior and belief systems. The struggle to navigate through childhood influences and parental dynamics shapes a profound journey of self-discovery and healing.
Discovering Healing Pathways with Psychedelic Therapies
The utilization of MDMA and psilocybin therapies as vehicles for emotional release and self-compassion is discussed. The transformative power of psychedelic experiences in addressing trauma and fostering empathy offers profound insights into personal growth and healing.
Reflecting on Intergenerational Trauma and Healing
Amidst stories of ancestry and familial struggles, the quest for healing and understanding emerges. A deep reflection on intergenerational trauma and the journey towards self-awareness and compassion unfolds, illuminating the complexities of personal growth and emotional resilience.
Injuries, Emotional Health, and Movement Exploration
The first key point discussed in the podcast revolves around the speaker's personal experiences with injuries, especially focusing on his father's battle with cancer and the impact it had on his emotional well-being. The story delves into how suppressed emotions and past traumas can manifest physically in the body, affecting biomechanics and overall health. Additionally, the conversation touches on movement exploration as a means to address injuries and emotional issues, highlighting the importance of understanding one's body and allowing for self-exploration and healing.
Ecological Dynamics in Movement and Cultural Influences
The second main idea delves into the concept of ecological dynamics in movement, emphasizing the intricate relationship between the body's biomechanics, emotions, and psychosocial factors. The discussion highlights the need for epistemic humility in understanding movement complexities and respecting the individual variability in physical structures and psychological influences. Moreover, the conversation sheds light on how cultural norms and societal expectations can impact biomechanics and movement patterns, underscoring the significance of holistic approaches to movement practices.
Welcome back to the Evolve Move Play podcast!
In today’s conversation we are joined by the one and only Tim Shieff!
In the late 2000’s Tim was one of the best and most well known parkour athletes in the world, and in today’s discussion we will be hearing about the personal and professional struggles he faced that would lead him on a tumultuous journey for a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle.
Along the way Rafe will share parallels of his own journey for personal health and healing, including the role that childhood trauma plays in physical ailments and injury, therapeutic practices he’d employed to overcome these issues, and the deep work that has been required to repair and rejuvenate his closest relationships.
They will also talk at length about the way all of this has evolved their understanding of human movement and the way that they view their roles as coaches and mentors.
This is a very rich discussion that you won’t want to miss out on.
If you enjoy the conversation, be sure to like, subscribe, and check out Tim’s work at the links provided below.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - The Search for Fulfillment
19:15 - The Disillusionment at the Top
32:19 - Leaving Veganism
45:34 - Rafe’s Own Story
53:55 - MDMA, Psilocybin and Family Trauma
01:15:46 - The Weck Method, Rope Flow & Body to Object Practices
01:27:46 - Biomechanics, Movement Strategies, and the Biopsychosocial Model
TIM’S LINKS
- Web: https://www.wayoftherope.com/
-IG: https://www.instagram.com/timsgym
-IG: https://www.instagram.com/wayoftherope/
-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tims_Gym
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- FB: @RafeKelleyMovement - https://www.facebook.com/RafeKelleyMovement
- Twitter: @rafekelley - https://x.com/rafekelley
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