Regina's life has been shaped by music. Tune in as we follow that pulse from flamenco courtyards in Seville to drum fires in Ghana, charting how rhythm can soften the mind, strengthen the body, and reconnect us to each other. Regina shares her experience of losing her voice as a child to reclaiming expression through movement, martial arts, and West African drumming—and how the drum became both teacher and medicine.

We dive into polyrhythms, lineage, the sacred role of the drum and explore why repetitive beats can switch the brain from analysis to flow. You’ll hear how drumming served as communication across villages, why the instrument is considered a living spirit that unites tree, animal, and human, and how vibration plus intention helps release stored tension. We talk about cultural respect, learning from elders, and the responsibility of carrying rhythms that hold history inside their patterns.

The conversation also centers the feminine: creating safe spaces where women can be heard, choosing sensual, grounded tempos; and pairing drum with dance so rhythm lives in the hips as much as the hands. We bring it home with practical ideas —how a single drum can ease stress, deepen bonds, and turn a room into a circle. To close, Regina guides us with a gentle heartbeat meditation that opens the heart, settles the mind, and widens the field of care from self to the world.

If this resonates, tap play, breathe with the beat, and let the rhythm do its quiet work. Subscribe for more conversations on healing arts, sacred sound, and conscious living—and share this episode with someone who would benefit from it.

To connect with Regina for 1-1 sessions, training, workshops and events visit https://reginarhythm.com/

To Purchase Regina's amazing song La Medicina go to https://reginarhythm.bandcamp.com/track/la-medicina

All the profits and donations from the purchase of 'La Medicina' go to projects and organisations that are committed to help the planet and make a difference in people's lives.

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Podcast Music created by Vitaliy Dominichenko
Title: Long Road Trip
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The transformative power of energy healing takes center stage as Lucy welcomes Reiki master teacher Gwen Allison to explore this ancient Japanese practice. With over 16 years of experience in spiritual teaching, Gwen breaks down what Reiki actually is—a gentle yet powerful technique that releases energy blockages and creates conditions for the body to heal itself.

Gwen's journey from skeptic to practitioner reveals how profoundly Reiki can shift our perspective and heal relationships. Her moving story about using Reiki to transform her connection with her teenage daughter demonstrates how energy work operates beyond physical touch, creating ripples of healing across generations. "All I had to do was love her," Gwen shares, describing the moment she realized relationship healing comes from changing ourselves rather than trying to fix others.

The conversation spans practical applications of Reiki for daily challenges—from workplace relationships to heartbreak recovery and parenting struggles. Gwen explains how our bodies respond to stress at the cellular level, and how Reiki's loving frequency helps shift us from fight-or-flight into a state where natural healing can occur. Her approach integrates complementary practices like nature connection, gratitude, and mindful nutrition to further amplify energy and vibration.

Whether you're curious about energy healing or seeking deeper tools for self-transformation, this episode offers accessible wisdom and a beautiful guided meditation experience. Gwen emphasizes that even learning basic Reiki principles can profoundly change your relationship with yourself and others. Ready to experience how energy can transform everything? Join us for this heart-opening conversation and discover the healing potential already within you.

Connect with Gwen at www.myspiritualbutterfly.com

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Podcast Music created by Vitaliy Dominichenko
Title: Long Road Trip
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Chara Carruthers joins us to explore the transformative practice of holding space and the healing power of community. Drawing from her background as an Ayurvedic practitioner, yoga therapist, and transpersonal coach, she shares insights on creating a safe container for authentic human connection.

With warmth and wisdom, Chara shares her journey to becoming a facilitator of healing spaces and unpacks the three-layered model of holding space. Chara explains how circle work creates a unique container where participants can feel deeply, process authentically, and experience the medicine of genuine community – something increasingly rare in our individualistic Western culture.

Whether you're feeling disconnected, searching for authentic community, or wanting to develop your capacity to be present with others, this conversation offers practical wisdom and heartfelt inspiration. In Chara's words: "If you're feeling something is missing, seek out your people and make the effort to connect." Your journey to deeper connection begins with this episode!

If you're interested in learning more about Chara's work or working with her visit her website www.blissbodyandsoul.com and get in touch.

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Podcast Music created by Vitaliy Dominichenko
Title: Long Road Trip
To hear the full track and others from Vitaliy please visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=iuOM-gVaUgQ&list=OLAK5uy_lQQ7YHnzEbywBY3y4SOiPITLFqrXymtJo