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Creating Flow

Creating Flow

Written by: Joni Francisco
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 At 26, Joni Francisco was faced with endometriosis and the daunting prospect of a hysterectomy. Rather than follow the advice of mainstream medicine, she embarked on a quest for alternative healing. This led her to acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine, and the Paleo diet. She embraced a life rich in natural foods and healing practices and now she’s here to help you do the same. Joni, armed with a doctorate in physical therapy and expertise as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Reiki Master, dives deep into the realms of natural medicine, holistic healing, and personal transformation. This podcast is a sanctuary for helpers and healers who find themselves drained by their physical and spiritual struggles.Copyright 2024 Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • 34: 7 Nervous System Practices to Feel Safe Instantly

    34: 7 Nervous System Practices to Feel Safe Instantly
    Apr 28 2025

    Find the Fear to FLOW Quiz and guide in The Abundance & FLOW Community for helpers and healers.


    In this episode, you'll learn what nervous system dysregulation really looks like, how it blocks healing and creativity, why many high-achieving women stay stuck in survival mode, and how to use a “sensory diet” to return to ease and flow.


    Timestamps:


    [00:00] Introduction

    [00:50] Why helpers often sacrifice their well-being

    [01:35] Your nervous system is the key to thriving

    [02:15] What dysregulation means and how to spot it

    [03:28] Why helpers often come from pain and burnout

    [04:10] Building your work on a dysregulated foundation

    [04:52] The power of curiosity and presence

    [05:40] How the body keeps the score

    [06:05] What causes nervous system dysregulation

    [06:38] Fight, flight, freeze, and fawn explained

    [07:10] Getting stuck in sympathetic mode

    [08:00] Chronic stress and overgiving as triggers

    [08:40] How screen time impacts your nervous system

    [09:10] Signs of being stuck in survival mode

    [10:00] How dysregulation affects creativity

    [10:32] From symptoms to system failure

    [11:26] Impact on relationships and business

    [12:40] What happens when you regulate your system

    [13:20] Creating from inspiration instead of push

    [13:55] Blocking miracles by staying in fear

    [14:30] Four types of dysregulation

    [15:05] Signs you’re in fight or flight

    [15:50] Light sleep and constant tension

    [16:20] Signs you’re in freeze

    [17:05] Functional freeze in high achievers

    [18:00] Freeze patterns like binge-watching and scrolling

    [18:40] Bursts of energy followed by shutdown

    [19:10] Procrastination and disconnection in freeze

    [19:35] Signs you’re in fawn

    [20:10] People pleasing and lack of boundaries

    [20:38] Overcommitting and fear of rejection

    [21:05] How dysregulation disrupts flow

    [21:45] Goal of flexible nervous system response

    [22:10] Why a sensory diet matters

    [22:35] Structure and intention in nervous system healing

    [23:00] Grounding and nature as regulation tools

    [23:40] Other sensory tools for healing

    [24:20] Using scent to signal safety

    [24:55] Music and sound baths for regulation

    [25:20] Movement and cross-body practices

    [26:00] Why walking soothes the nervous system

    [26:35] Stillness and peace in everyday life

    [27:20] Yoga, dance, and somatic work

    [27:50] Breathwork and slow breathing

    [28:50] Reiki and energy work for downregulation

    [30:20] Mirroring and self-awareness in healing

    [30:50] Achievement as a mask for dysregulation

    [31:20] Returning to ease and joy

    [31:55] Choosing healing without self-judgment


    Resources Mentioned:


    A Course in Miracles | Program


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    33 mins
  • 33: This Ancient System Explains Your Modern Problems

    33: This Ancient System Explains Your Modern Problems
    Apr 14 2025
    Find the Unlocking the Energetic Codes meditation and guide in The Abundance & FLOW Community for helpers and healers.In this episode, you'll learn how chakra imbalances can impact your health, relationships, business, and energy levels, how each energy center is connected to physical and emotional symptoms, and how to start decoding those messages through a practical meditation and the RISE method.Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:00] How chakras impact health, business, and relationships[02:00] Unexplained symptoms that doctors can't fix[04:00] What chakra means and where they're located[05:00] Chakras as 360-degree energy centers[06:00] Chakras and the nervous and endocrine systems[07:00] Root chakra themes of safety and nervous system regulation[09:00] Financial insecurity and root chakra healing practices[10:00] Physical symptoms of a blocked root chakra[14:00] Root chakra patterns in relationships[15:00] Signs of jumpiness and fear-based life approach[17:00] Sacral chakra and reproductive system[19:00] Emotional disassociation and creative blocks[20:00] Expressing emotions and receiving pleasure[21:00] Shame and emotional repression[22:00] Creativity and pleasure as healing tools[25:00] Creative force vs forced productivity[26:00] Mental avoidance through distraction[28:00] Business burnout and lack of creative spark[29:00] Emotional codependency in relationships[31:00] Dance and movement as sacral healing[33:00] Solar plexus chakra and digestive system[34:00] Developmental stage of self-identity and autonomy[36:00] Imposter syndrome and self-doubt[40:00] Heart chakra and nervous regulation[41:00] Immune system and heart rate connection[42:00] Grief, love, and emotional intimacy[43:00] Physical symptoms like upper back pain[44:00] Mental self-judgment and lack of self-love[45:00] Heart as the bridge between physical and spiritual[46:00] Fear of receiving love despite giving it[48:00] Letting go of past pain and judgment[49:00] Love languages and survival strategies[51:00] Throat chakra and communication[52:00] Vagus nerve connection to expression[53:00] Speaking your truth and fear of judgment[54:00] Over-talking and validation-seeking[55:00] Authentic expression and repression[56:00] Thyroid issues and speaking blocks[58:00] Repression of truth and fear of visibility[59:00] Struggling with clear content creation[60:00] Saying yes when you mean no[62:00] Third eye chakra and the brain-body connection[63:00] Pituitary gland and nervous system regulation[64:00] Intuition and trust of inner wisdom[65:00] Insomnia and hormonal disruption[66:00] Seeing through fear and illusion[67:00] Reclaiming clarity and spiritual vision[68:00] Physical symptoms like headaches and confusion[69:00] Emotional overwhelm and paranoia[71:00] Disconnection from spiritual intuition[72:00] Strategy hopping and lack of trust in instincts[74:00] Crown chakra and connection to a higher source[75:00] Brain as the central processing system[76:00] Spiritual disconnection and lack of purpose[77:00] Existential dread and spiritual bypassing[78:00] Trusting in divine timing and guidance[79:00] Sensitivity to sound, light, and sleep issues[80:00] Hopelessness, apathy, and loneliness[82:00] Losing meaning and questioning your pathMore From Joni Francisco:Joni Francisco | InstagramJoni Francisco | FacebookJoni Francisco | LinkedInJoni Francisco | Website
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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • 32: Suppressing Your Feelings Keeps You Stuck in a Loop (Break Free NOW)

    32: Suppressing Your Feelings Keeps You Stuck in a Loop (Break Free NOW)
    Mar 25 2025

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    In this episode, you'll learn how hiding parts of yourself drains your energy, how fear of judgment keeps you stuck, how suppressed emotions impact your well-being, and how to reclaim your power by embracing your authentic self.


    Timestamps:


    [00:00] Introduction

    [00:50] The hidden cost of hiding yourself

    [02:10] Why exhaustion isn't just from overdoing

    [03:45] The weight of suppressed emotions

    [05:00] How fear of being seen keeps you small

    [06:20] The masks we wear and why we hide

    [07:45] The truth about fear of judgment

    [09:10] Why high achievers struggle with admitting desires

    [10:40] The subconscious beliefs keeping you stuck

    [12:05] Avoidance and how it drains energy

    [13:30] The role of limiting beliefs in your daily life

    [14:55] How hiding your actions leads to guilt and shame

    [16:20] Suppressing emotions and the energy cost

    [17:45] The connection between emotions and past experiences

    [19:10] Why other people’s reactions aren’t your responsibility

    [20:35] How past generational patterns affect your emotions

    [22:00] The impact of fear on personal growth

    [23:25] Why resisting emotions makes them stronger

    [24:50] How small fears turn into major energy blocks

    [26:15] Why hiding your desires limits your potential

    [27:40] The power of self-acceptance and reframing beliefs

    [29:05] Why letting go of self-judgment is freeing

    [30:30] How to uncover what you’re hiding from yourself

    [31:55] The importance of speaking your truth

    [33:20] How to break free from limiting narratives

    [34:45] Why admitting your fears reduces their power

    [36:10] The connection between showing up authentically and attracting abundance

    [37:35] How self-expression increases energy and flow

    [39:00] The mindset shift that leads to deeper fulfillment

    [40:25] Practical steps to stop hiding and start thriving


    Resources Mentioned:


    A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson | Book


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    43 mins
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