It's really hard though to stop and step back from that and really reflect and then say hang on a minute, to go forward I need to go forward with something that brings me joy as well and is that part of the healing process to try and figure out who you are?

— Joanne Lockwood

I have seen that people in our we, I think about, like, us and them. Who is in our us? There's a lot of diversity in that space of thought, And I'm very curious about how we encourage each other's growth and authenticity and open mindedness, which may result in a change of mind that may make us uncomfortable with each other, and how we can potentially stay in belonging together and create this sanctuary.

— Lorie Solis

I have chosen to, in the spirit of claiming each other, kind of curb that tendency we can have to enter into debate or opinion sharing, or here's my perspective to center actually the emotional content, the the grief, the care, the trauma of the people from, quote, both sides who were sitting with me and sitting in front of me.

— Lorie Solis

I'm still this kind of person who of conviction. And I wanna let myself be challenged for the purpose of being in good relationship with the people around me.

— Lorie Solis

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Joanne Lockwood

Welcome to Inclusion Bites, your sanctuary for bold conversations that spark change. I'm Joanne Lockwood, your guide on this journey of exploration into the heart of inclusion, belonging, and societal transformation. Ever wondered what it truly takes to create a world where everyone not only belongs but thrives, you're not alone. Join me as we uncover the unseen, challenge the status quo, and share stories that resonate deep within. Ready to dive in? Whether you're sipping your morning coffee or winding down after a long day, let's connect, reflect, and inspire action together. Don't forget, you can be part of the conversation too. Reach out to jo.lockwoodseachangehappen dotco.uk to share your insights, or to join me on the show. So adjust your earbuds and settle in.

Joanne Lockwood

It's time to ignite the spark of inclusion with Inclusion Bites. And today is episode 134 with the title, Claiming Each Other. And I have the absolute honour and privilege to welcome Lorie Solis. Lorie is a somatic trauma worker. That's easy for you to say. Body worker, educator, herbalist, and healer. And when I asked Lorie to describe her superpower, she said, she is a dynamic woman, and has gifts of sight on many dimensions and can see quite well in the darkness. Hello, Lorie.

Joanne Lockwood

Welcome to the show.

Lorie Solis

Hi, Joanne. Thank you for having me.

Joanne Lockwood

Absolute pleasure. Absolute pleasure. So, Lorie, tell me more about claiming each other and somatic healing.

Lorie Solis

Claiming each other is what I'm calling both a personal life work that I'm in at the moment and as well a methodology and training that I've developed and teaching people at the moment. And it's really about resilient relationships, building resilient relationships across divides in conflict kind of when we least expect it, when conflict comes up within our most intimate circles, especially when things are really important conflicts, not just kind of run of the mill mundane conflict, but really charged political, personal, ancestral, intergenerational material that comes up in our intimate circles and how to handle that with care, with reverence, with skill to heal it in the context of that relationship, and to build resiliency for, yeah, for more skillful, compassionate relationships.

Joanne Lockwood

It's interesting. I I love the way you frame that. It inflict whether it's political, personal, or or or other dimensions. What's the root cause of conflict? Where where does it where does it come from?

Lorie Solis

Oh, man. I wish I knew a really definitive answer to that question. I I think of conflict as a creative force. I like to think of conflict as a generative potential for something, a healing that wants to happen, the emergence of something new that is intelligent in its own way. So So I get curious from a somatic perspective of how we protect ourselves from a conflict. You know, the perception of threat. So it's something that we want to avoid or save ourselves from. But to kind of alter our perception, to recognize the opportunity, the calling, the potential, that it is an intelligent creative force that wants to happen through us.

Lorie Solis

So where does it come from? I don't know. Maybe this innate creative intelligence of the cosmos may be manifesting through us. I don't know.

Joanne Lockwood

I I think about, as I was saying, is that you can't challenge emotion with logic. And a lot of conflict is is comes out of emotion because we become emotionally connected with something. Yes. It's hard for us to let go of that emotion and that and that feeling, isn't it?

Lorie Solis

Yeah. And I really I love that, actually. You know, I'm I'm curious about kind of courageous conversations and tackling difficult content from a really logical place, like debate skills, how to have solid conversations from a more rational, logical place with people you disagree with. That's one thing, and it's super important. Claiming each other, I think, more embraces the emotional charge, the reality that we are emotional beings as well. And when conflict comes up, there when it threatens, right, for example, our personhood, our dignity, our safety, our sense of belonging, that it's very rational that that has an emotional charge. And so instead of expecting that emotional content needs to be rational or needs to look in some other way in order for us to engage with it. I'm particularly devoted to being in the emotional content in a respectful and good way.

Joanne Lockwood

I've never heard of the term somatic before. Can you enlighten me?

Lorie Solis

Great. Somatics is a field of study and practice that deals with the body mind as a unified whole. So as opposed you might have heard of, like, mind body medicine, for example. So as opposed to cognitive approaches where we are just talking it out and it's the more logical and reframing or body based methods alone, like maybe body work. These it kind of joins these things. So it asks us to engage our whole neurobiology in order to align our ideas, our words, our thoughts with our values, and live accordingly to become who we want to become in the world, to be who we are meant to be. Does it make sense?

Joanne Lockwood

Completely at at at one, aligned, you say, truly authentic in terms of your your values, who who you are, how people perceive you.

Lorie Solis

Exactly. And it's hard you maybe have heard people have this conflict. I mean, I've had it. Maybe you've had it where it's like the mind is saying one thing and the body feels something else. There's this kind of sense of split, or we feel ambivalent how to be in our authenticity in a world that doesn't always allow us to live by our values fully. So how do we reconcile this ambivalence inside of ourselves and ourselves within the context of the larger world. So Maddox is about this, of using our mind body intelligence to make decisions, to be in our agency, knowing that we are not in our agency with a lot of the world.

Joanne Lockwood

I I came across the, was it the Japanese art of a happy life, the ikigai, 4 or 5 years ago. And it really summed up for me that I was missing one of the core, one of the four pillars of it which is find something that brought me true joy and happiness personally. I was doing things to make money, I was doing things because I was good at it, I was doing all the other things. When I looked back on it I thought hang on a minute, I'm not getting any joy out of this, I'm going through it because I do. It's really hard though to stop and step back from that and really reflect and then say hang on a minute, to go forward I need to go forward with something that brings me joy as well and is that part of the healing process to try and figure out who you are?

Lorie Solis

For sure. I think for some people, that's a big part of the healing process is to explore the various states of our embodiment, of our human embodiment, and to see where there may be gaps in those experiences. So I definitely resonate. I think I kind of knew pleasure. I knew contentment. But for me, joy was kind of an elusive experience. I think I could recognize it in other people, but then feeling like, this one I'm not so familiar with. And understanding my barriers to that, And then what does it mean for me to embody joy, not based necessarily on what I see in other people and what I think that means, but from a body, like, what does it feel like? What is joy on that intimate level inside? So it's definitely, I think, a part of healing is to allow ourselves the exploration of the range, the possible range of our expression.

Joanne Lockwood

We pick up all this baggage in our life, don't we, from an early age where and then suddenly expectations, responsibilities and pressure and social constructs kick in and I hope you we all kind of fit into this image of what we're supposed to be rather than who we as you say, we're trying to find this alignment. Often sits outside this societal expectation, doesn't it?

Lorie Solis

I suppose so. I always kinda felt that I I think I had a in my family of origin, I felt such a sense of acceptance and belonging for who I was, which I've come to see maybe just in the context of my work because I work with a lot of people who have not experienced that. But it does feel like maybe somewhat of a rarity. And as far as societal expectations, in many ways, I could meet those, but in other ways, I just couldn't. And so I felt in a way, although constrained in some ways, also liberated. Like, I can't I cannot meet these expectations. There's no way. So I I'm not sure I should even try, really.

Lorie Solis

You know?

Joanne Lockwood

Yeah. No. I I I agree. And I've I've been in a few things recently where I've realised that what I was doing wasn't bringing me joy. And, but it's like walking down a one way street, you think, oh, I'll just I'll get to the end, I'll get to the end, I'll get to the end and you realise there's no end. It's just an everlasting straight. And sometimes having something nudge you halfway down that road saying, come on, or the rules change or something changes and you look back and go, you're so worried about letting go of it and then you realise that once you've let go, you realise that was the right thing to happen at that particular time in your life. And rather than feel the disappointment or the failure or anything else you did, you go, actually, I was done with it anyway.

Joanne Lockwood

I took joy from having the courage to step out.

Lorie Solis

Yeah. And it does take courage, doesn't it? Even when things aren't working, quote, unquote, there's still, like, a comfort in the familiarity of the path that we've been on. So to kind of sidestep or reorient a different way into the great unknown, it does take courage. It's scary. Can be.

Joanne Lockwood

Yeah. You mentioned at the beginning, when we we talk about here, it's it's in relationships. And sometimes relationships, whether that's intimate or casual, conflict does arise because we're so invested in keeping that relationship happy and healthy that things go unsaid or things we we say too much sometimes as well, don't we?

Lorie Solis

Yeah. Absolutely. When I say intimacy, I don't just mean, like, romantic or sexual intimacy. I mean this, like, sharing ourselves and our authenticity with each other, and being, as you say in your show, as a sanctuary for our unique boldness, which I do thinking is inclusive of our vulnerability. That has something very much to do with our boldness. And, yeah, I do believe that conflict is inevitable on some level. And once again, I believe that it is a generative force to to learn and grow and belong together in ways that are more profound than we may be stepped into the relationship realizing that we would be tasked with figuring out together.

Joanne Lockwood

Yeah. I think we we can sometimes we could be over invested in our belief. That's I think that's when the conflict that's where conflict escalates, isn't it? Where conflict is, I want to watch this television programme, you want to watch that television programme. It's minor conflict. It's just disagreement or bickering. But when we become really, really invested, it becomes a kind of deal breaker. That's where the conflict starts to escalate up, isn't it?

Lorie Solis

Absolutely. And deal breakers, I mean, they're real too. Right? And with claiming each other, it's not for me to say or decide what people should or should not tolerate in their relationships. You know? But in these last years, we've seen a lot of deal breakers around really big topics around the pandemic and around the me too movement and Black Lives Matter and trans liberation and Palestine, Israel. There's these huge things in our world, and I have seen that people in our we, I think about, like, us and them. Who is in our us? There's a lot of diversity in that space of thought, And I'm very curious about how we encourage each other's growth and authenticity and open mindedness, which may result in a change of mind that may make us uncomfortable with each other, and how we can potentially stay in belonging together and create this sanctuary. Can we create sanctuary together when we start to realize that we are having very different experiences and thus perceptions about some really important things?

Joanne Lockwood

We get very invested because of our our lived experience, don't we? So when we look at the I mean, where are we now? This is October 2024 we're recording this. The hostilities in the Middle East are escalating slowly and surely, well actually quite rapidly with missiles being thrown and people being assassinated and bombed and whatever. Both both sides are are now claiming the the right to be righteous here. It's really hard for someone like myself who is has no lived experience on either side, to have an opinion other than trying to crowdsource as much information as you can, wanting everyone to just deescalate because there is no future in conflict. Yes. It's how do we move past these things? You

Lorie Solis

know, I've been investing my time, energy, my devotions in my community. I've always been very politically active on grassroots levels in the states. But my activism or what I consider my activism has really moved towards focusing on my community scale relationships. So in the community that I live in, I am in close relationship and contact with Israelis and Palestinian people who live here in Portugal. So I definitely have my opinions about the situation. I have my perspective from my limited investment. I am not Israeli nor Palestinian nor Middle Eastern. And yet, I have chosen to, in the spirit of claiming each other, kind of curb that tendency we can have to enter into debate or opinion sharing, or here's my perspective to center actually the emotional content, the the grief, the care, the trauma of the people from, quote, both sides who were sitting with me and sitting in front of me.

Lorie Solis

And that challenges my opinions sometimes on who I think Israelis are, for example, and what I feel about the Israeli government to sit and care together and to be let in to their unique vulnerabilities. It's really a privilege. And I've sat with people and cared with people about many topics that have challenged some previously held convictions. Like you're saying, we hold really we hold really tight to our convictions based on our experience. And I'm still this kind of person who of conviction. And I wanna let myself be challenged for the purpose of being in good relationship with the people around me. And that's been a lesson, I mean, I'm changed many times over, and this is what claiming each other is really about, is letting ourself be held in the challenge and acknowledging that things are a bit more complicated than we sometimes need them to be when things get intense. You know, the tendency when there's conflict or when things start to get intense, we start to narrow in.

Lorie Solis

The options start to feel really limited, like you're either with me or you're against me. And we can't always reconcile, I'm with you. I just feel differently about this thing. So it's like making that space, and this is where the somatics come in, how to actually make greater capacity in our mind body to be able to contain that complexity and the uncertainty of that, which is very intimate. It contains the threat. It contains the hope. It contains all of it. Right? How to sit in that and let it be generative for ourselves individually and potentially the relationship.

Joanne Lockwood

Yeah. I I often talk about the fact that I I don't have to agree with your opinion or belief, but I can empathise and understand your why. Why do you believe that? Why is that your opinion? What is your background? And then I can sit there and work it out with you and go, I see why you would believe that. I still I still have a different view, but I now empathise with why you believe something, which I think we we many people don't really invest the time into getting that deep with people. They just wanna challenge the answer, not look at the working out.

Lorie Solis

It's really a skill. You know, I appreciate the it's a skill that I think we can practice. I'm not sure that a lot of people have received, like, relationship training on this kind of conflict level, if at all, maybe. So, you know, I'm trained in first aid and in psychological first aid, and I was a civilian first responder. And I realized, like, you know, if there's an accident or a fire, our basic training for protection is probably to run away for survival. Right? And I I see this also in relational conflict. Our basic human training is this fight, flight, freeze. We have these tools at our disposal.

Lorie Solis

But to be the person who runs into the burning building or to run towards whatever emergency it is, it requires some extra training and some extra skills to be confident in your capacity to handle yourself and whatever else in the uncertainty. And this is very relevant to the training of claiming each other. It just acknowledges, okay, we have our basic training to be in generative conflict together in really serious topics that that involve our histories, our lineage, our embodiments. We need we might need some extra skills for this one, some extra training. So this is where my work comes in.

Joanne Lockwood

I mean, you you mentioned the word lineage then. I noticed from the the bio you sent in for the show around your indigenous lineage, First Nation, is that how you describe yourself as well?

Lorie Solis

American Indian, indigenous American.

Joanne Lockwood

And you you had a you've got a really long description with hyphens in it. I I couldn't pronounce all of this.

Lorie Solis

Do you want do you

Joanne Lockwood

want a Afrotainer or something? Is it?

Lorie Solis

I don't know what I wrote there, but I can give you the quick hyphenated spiel of my makeup

Joanne Lockwood

Go for it.

Lorie Solis

If you're curious.

Joanne Lockwood

Go for it. No. No. I'd love to find out more about you.

Lorie Solis

Sometimes it changes based on what I'm connecting with. I would say Afro, Taina, Chicana, Lipan, Apache, Texan.

Joanne Lockwood

Yeah. Most of that. Boracua? Was it the wrong one?

Lorie Solis

Boriqua. This is the indigenous name for what is now known as Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. And the Taino people are the indigenous people of Borikeng. So Borinquen is the name the indigenous name of of Puerto Rico, and then the indigenous tribes there are the Taino people.

Joanne Lockwood

You've grown up with that lineage and the stories of your ancestors, and you're connected to the From

Lorie Solis

both of them. Earth, if

Joanne Lockwood

you like. Definitely. Planet in a different way.

Lorie Solis

I definitely feel that this has held me, this connection to ancestral practices from both sides of my maternal and paternal lineages. And it definitely informs, I think, my personal capacity for complexity and to reconcile what sometimes feels like irreconcilable differences. How I've been able to literally embody that has certainly served me in my work to bring that to others and to practice together.

Joanne Lockwood

I've heard people use the word decolonization before. How does that resonate with you and the work you do? When you say decolonising, that's removing colonisers from your life or from your viewpoints or?

Lorie Solis

Okay, I'm curious what you understand it to mean, if you wouldn't mind sharing.

Joanne Lockwood

I suppose decolonising, so I start from probably the the opposite side. So for me, colonization is an unwanted person taking over your space, for want of a better way of describing it. I come to your country. I come to your house. I want to take over. I want to steal your resources and expect you to live the way I want you to live. It's probably how I would describe sort of colonisation, so I guess decolonisation is reclaiming your power. Get out of my house, get out of my country, get out of my head, let me live my life without your view of the world imposing your privilege, your beliefs, as some sort of power and control over me.

Joanne Lockwood

I suppose it's the way I would probably frame that without a better definition.

Lorie Solis

Yeah. I think when you speak to indigenous people across the globe, decolonization necessarily means land back. So there's land back movements to return lands stolen land from indigenous peoples. And this is important because indigenous peoples' lifeways, their lifestyles, their spirituality, the food, everything is so intimately connected to land. And so without access to land, people are not able to self actualize their own liberation. So that is a component and a very important component of decolonization. Now from a somatic perspective, you mentioned a lot of things of decolonizing our minds, our bodies, our relationships. And this is about examining where kind of dominant narratives and powers that be, whether it be from a legal and state standpoint to the medical establishment, have determined for us what is acceptable, what is ill, what is pathological, what is allowed.

Lorie Solis

What what are the boxes for it to be checked only? Right? In all of the ways. So decolonization for me is about a deep dive into my belief systems and how I embody them, where those came from, and purposely reconnecting to my indigenous landscapes. Literally, the land looking to land, animals, ecology for wisdom that applies to what might seem like it doesn't like relational conflict or pull it the political sphere because it is interconnected. And, you know, all people are indigenous to this earth. We all come from indigenous lineages. And so I'm very passionate about this kind of not just decolonization, but reindigenization of ourselves to our mind bodies, and how to work that in the healing of our relationship, which I think broadens the potential for a deeper level of acceptance of each other even in our differences. Right? It allows for that complexity and that space for that quaking of the unknown inside of us can really be held when we contextualize ourselves in more. We're not just alone.

Lorie Solis

It's not just me and you trying to figure out this issue between us. Right? We are held in a larger scope of of lineage that I believe wants to see us thrive together because life wants to live. Life wants to live. And I think that we are faced presented with challenges towards that aim to for thriving for thriving, for sanctuary building. And that doesn't mean that the what then do we do is not necessarily made clear. But when I have found that when we couldn't connect to that deeper fabric of intelligence, that informs us of what to do in a different way than we're when we're kind of just on the human, just on the political, just on even the interpersonal. I found that it's a limited scope of perception to enter into conflict with. So something as simple as maybe not simple, but, yeah, remembering in the moment.

Lorie Solis

The moment when we're presented with conflict, literally connecting with our felt sense. But there's more going on around us than we maybe realize at first glance. That there's a living, breathing world around us, that our ancestors may be present with us. This can inform our decision making process. What we choose in a conflict resolution process might be informed by our perception that is actually more inclusive than just what's right in front of us in any moment. Does it make sense to you? How are you feeling about it?

Joanne Lockwood

It does. As you're talking, I'm I'm kinda thinking, I feel a bit envious because as a as a white queer woman living in the UK, I don't have any sense of connection to a lineage, an ancestry. My ancestry really is my parents. No real connection to my grandparents. I certainly wouldn't go back to William the Conqueror or Roman invasion or anything back 1000 of years. So my connection really is, is of the moment. And I often think of my family as being my parents and our children, rather than going back in history. And I listen to what you're saying there about spirituality, the connection, the traditions that are being brought down that are important to you.

Joanne Lockwood

I feel a bit envious and jealous that you've got something you connected with something bigger whereas I'm sure many people that I mix with in the UK have a very similar disconnection with the history. They don't feel this lineage. Yes. It's almost empty here that you're because of your indigenous oppression of old and the past, that oppression has caused you to be protective of what you had and fight back for it. So I'm quite protective of my queer heritage now. I'm more protective of that than I was before but if you're straight, you're white, you're male, you're this, you're that, you are the majority and therefore you never consider what it's like to lose something or have to hold on tightly to something to stop being taken from you. Nothing. Is that what you're saying? The the lineage and the history and the spirituality you're feeling is that that the fact you had to refight and hang on to what you've had? You know, I think I

Lorie Solis

would have had to do this. And I, you know, I live in Europe now, and the conversations around decolonization are different than in the states. And this has opened my mind a lot to a lot of various perspectives around things that I have held dear around queerness or race issues. There is a kind of very American centric narrative sometimes. And so to open my perspective to what Europeans feel about this has been really fascinating. And people from all people from across the globe come from peoples who have been colonized, including Europeans even though, right, it's farther back in the historical data. So there might be some, what I would say, somatic amnesia from the mind body. It's hard to connect.

Lorie Solis

I don't remember. It's been so long ago. And, of course, there's also some hesitance to connect for why? Why connect to the colonizer lineage? Right? But even in that, there is more complexity. There is resiliency, there's wisdom, there's landscape, so it doesn't have to be ancestral lineage in this way. You know, I I when I do somatic decolonization work with people that don't have names, places, dates, don't have access to that data, we go into the mind body, and we trust the wisdom of that with curiosity to see what kinds of landscapes are we really drawn to. Where do we feel at home? Where do we feel welcomed? And even greater communities of care, like queer community, has its historical lineage through over the world over. You know, we have always had queer people across the globe and every tradition, right? So if that's our access point to lineage, I think it's very rich and profound and can connect us back in a way that's like, I'm not alone. I could never be alone even when I'm feeling lonely.

Lorie Solis

And I think this is important when we're in a moment of conflict because conflict can feel like disconnection from someone I love and care about that's saying they love and care about me, but yet they're they're presenting some opinions or material here that's making me feel uncared for, unseen. Right? That can create this loneliness and isolation. And this is where trauma can really set in, is in this prolonged feeling of disconnect, of isolation from from care. So I think connecting, like, connecting ourselves even if we feel disconnected from the person sitting in front of us temporarily or perhaps, you know, into the future, to know that we are held connected beyond beyond the superficial. And that the present what's in the present moment is still more complex and dynamic than what might meet the eye on the surface level. And this is it might sound you know, there is a kind of esoteric, and it is spiritual. Right? And the somatic process is really about landing it in a very practical way. How how does one connect? How does one feel these things? How does one apply what they feel then to a difficult conversation? And this is what the training is about.

Lorie Solis

It's about landing these ideas into the mind body so that we're actually living it. We're embodying it in a way that feels authentic to us individually and that makes sense in the context of our relationship and the life that we are wanting to create for ourselves.

Joanne Lockwood

As you're speaking there, you talked about being alone and being lonely. And as you were talking, I was listening to you and it sort of popped into my head. I finally understand why there's a difference. Lonely is a feeling. I feel lonely. Alone is a reality. It's a situation you're in. So you can be alone and still lonely.

Joanne Lockwood

You can be in amongst people and still be lonely if you haven't got that sense of belonging. Because if you don't feel connected with the environment you're in, no matter how many people are there, you're going to feel alone. You're going to feel lonely. And it's finding that that tribe, that that crowd, that group, that environment where you feel part of it. So you don't feel lonely, you feel engaged and committed and belonging. And I think, I've listened to that. That really just popped out into my head as you're talking.

Lorie Solis

I've really tried to orient myself more truly to what I perceive is reality. And What I perceive is that we can never be alone. For me, it's just not true. Like I am part of this interconnected whole. And so this invites me to be more precise with my language, because I notice not only what my language indicates about how I'm feeling. So if I find myself saying I'm alone, this is like an existential state of being where I am feeling disconnected from everything that I know darn good and well that I'm connected to, but I'm not feeling it. And this informs me of, oh, I'm not feeling these connections. Here's what I can do based on what I've learned in my somatic practice.

Lorie Solis

What's happening is I'm feeling there is a difference of feeling lonely, but I could never be alone. And this is the reality for many people right now is that we are lonely. People are lonely. It's this epidemic they've said of loneliness. And so I get very curious as people are learning about how to get out there and how to build community and find their tribe, which is a whole work unto itself. Can we still feel connected in the here and now while we're out there doing this work of addressing our loneliness? Can we know that we're not alone and, like, root into that medicine? And how does that inform? Because once we go out there and find our tribe, we're probably gonna find some conflict. And so I don't want our relationships to be so fragile. Our very innate need for safety and belonging and dignity.

Lorie Solis

Right? We'll be challenged in ways that we don't expect, I think. So So I want there to be space for that nuance. Yeah. So that when we feel lonely, we don't have to get into the existential, I am alone. No one gets it. I am, you know, uniquely abandoned by the intelligence of the world. It's I just try to remind myself that it's maybe ecologically not true.

Joanne Lockwood

But you you must have had to when you when you so you brought up in Texas, you got Puerto Rican ancestry and background and indigenous lineage, all this all the various aspects of your identity. And you just picked everything up, flew 5,000 odd miles and ends up in Portugal. Did you do that literally as a lift and shift, or did you have family or friends, or you just went, hey. I've I've had enough of you checking out. Let's figure it out as I get there.

Lorie Solis

I think it was a long time coming. It was a bit of both. After yeah. In 20 from 2012 till 2017, I had a series of tragedies in my life and very challenging experiences. And that within the political climate of the time, I was feeling really increasingly unwell. And I had been, yeah, somewhat used to traveling, so kind of open to moving around and exploring. I've gotten married, and my partner was also kind of open to it. We had had a child, and that person was still young.

Lorie Solis

So we're like, we could pack them up and go. And I think we just took a chance. You know, I needed somewhere that felt safe. And I always you know, I'm not someone that kind of considered myself afraid, But I have been, and I am. And I feel like I never really understood what it felt like to be safe until I moved somewhere where there are no guns, where violence is at an absolute minimum. Like, nothing for me. This is how I experience it, and I'm a bit of a hermit. And so my experience maybe is not the same for everybody else, understandably.

Lorie Solis

And yet for my healing my own nervous system, my own traumas that were coming up in that period before we left. To have a space, like, literal space and time to be with those things gave me the opportunity for healing on a level that I didn't even know that I needed. And I'm not sure I wanted to know at the time that I needed, but I think that was the opportunity. So even some of the stuff around colonialism, like, I live very close to the 1st slave market here in Europe. I didn't know this was here and I didn't know that on some level I was being asked to move to Europe to heal this discrepancy between my internal colonized and colonizer. This was not part of our conversation when we were talking about moving here. And today, it's very clear that this was part of the opportunity to be here, which of course also informs of this work of of acknowledging that we are expansive beings and the 2 boxes don't do it for even most of us, dare I say.

Joanne Lockwood

Export Portuguese people were one of the big colonisers at the time. You know, Spain, Portugal, France, United Kingdom, the Dutch.

Lorie Solis

Of course.

Joanne Lockwood

We all, sailed sailed the 7 seas and and exported our values and stole resources. And, yeah.

Lorie Solis

And this is this is who I'm surrounded by, all of these nationalities that you've described. Yeah. This is who I'm with. And, you know, the truth is I, of course, also have Spanish colonial blood, should I say, as descendant from a Puerto Rican woman. And my dad is also Mexican American and native, you know, American. This is the Spanish colonial influence is certainly something I'm close with, but it's not something I claimed. We kind of we had our own identities that were more state centric or, like, relevant to us, and I realized that there was definitely some disclaiming that was happening, some judgment, some ostracizing of some of our people. And so in our lineage.

Lorie Solis

So what it meant for me to be here and as well reintegrate and claim that part of my line, that part of my history to feel that I do belong here on the Iberian Peninsula as well on some level has been really fascinating because I am a guest in a foreign land in a way. And at the same time, I have very real roots on the Iberian Peninsula that have also helped me in this work of stepping into this. It can be a very volatile space with people, where 2 seemingly opposite things are wanting to be reconciled, but it can feel very dangerous sometimes.

Joanne Lockwood

That so the the Hispanic, Latino part of your identity probably means more to you coming from the States than it does to the indigenous population of Portugal and Spain, that they just are. Whereas you feel that connection, whereas they just had it all their lives maybe.

Lorie Solis

Maybe. I mean, I feel that people are proud of who they are here and that have a connection to culture and history and lineage. There is a kind of established sense of who we are. And in the states, it's interestingly mixed because we do have a kind of Americanness about us. Even in Texas, where I'm from, we are many people are very proudly Texan, which is unique to the rest of the country. And in that, we're still the melting pot. There are still people from the descendants of enslaved people. There is indigenous people all around us all the time.

Lorie Solis

There you know, there's people from all over the world. So I don't know. I do see that people, especially when we open the conversation or the possibility for people to connect to who they feel they are in the context of lineage or land or ancestry. I've seen that people are a little bit sometimes hesitant to go there. I think there's some, like, tension around identity and lineage and ancestry, and I'm very curious about that. And yet when we can open it from a place of curiosity and resilience, I think it's beautiful to and important to connect with the complexity of our our lineages. Right? Not just, oh, you're from the colonizer lineage? You're out. Like, it's not it's not so simple.

Lorie Solis

And, of course, people don't wanna connect in that way or feel welcomed into the conversation. It's not it's not generative. Right? And maybe that's sometimes where people are. I think when there there might be a time in people's in our lives when options do get limited, when we feel hurt or scared or threatened, or we're just redefining our boundaries for ourselves. Like, this is what I'm opening myself to, and this is what I'm not open for. You know, there might not be that space for complexity and curiosity and all those things. I think that can that's okay too. If we can be transparent about it and still be compassionate, I think it's time reduction, to be honest with each other about where we're really at and what kind of complexity or not that we can really be in.

Lorie Solis

And I trust that. I trust that it's in service still to somebody's becoming even if I don't like it, even if I wish there was more space for something. You know, when I hear a no or, like, this is my limit for this conversation, it's important for me to respect that. And that, I think, is still part of of the generative process also.

Joanne Lockwood

But moving to Portugal, with your lineage and background and history of family, it must have inherently had a sense of belonging because as you say that the culture I guess of Portugal, Spain area isn't too dissimilar to I guess the Hispanic Latino culture, you probably came from the same religious type family values, very probably similar. How do you keep in contact though with your indigenous American, if you like, culture because you're now separated by 5 or 6000 miles. Yeah. Do you do you miss that that element of your identity?

Lorie Solis

I do. I do miss it, and sometimes I can feel very lonely. I I have not yet met another Puerto Rican indigenous Chicana, Lipan, Apache person yet. And if you're out there, call me. No. I can feel very lonely. And yet, I feel like my practices, my somatic ancestral practices, you know, as an herbalist, growing and making medicine, growing food, being with the landscape, communing with plants and animals. The landscape here, the bioregion is very similar from where I'm from in Texas.

Lorie Solis

And I find that really interesting because I can see some of the species that I know from Texas. They are endemic. Their indigenous origin is from the Iberian Peninsula. And this connects me. You You know, I have contacts with people from the states, and this thank God for the Internet these days and for even social media, which allows me to feel connected. But really the most profound connection comes from the mind body, from the somatic place of knowing that I am connected. And I'm someone who's chosen to live kind of as an edge worker. I've never been smack dab in the middle of any one of the communities that I identify with with queer community with it.

Lorie Solis

I'm always on the edge of these of of the in between space. And that can feel lonely. That can feel like I'm being misunderstood. That can feel like I'm a threat to one side or the other. And somehow that has been my path and calling and my choice. So including my own needs around connection. Yeah. It's I really take that as my own opportunity and responsibility to practice, not just, like, go find it, but to embody it, to embody the knowing that I am connected no matter where I am.

Joanne Lockwood

Yeah. That's very powerful because you you've got that deeper sense of self at a in a level, not superficial level. I can I can feel that? And say even though you can feel lonely in places, you've still got that that inherent connection with the world, with the earth, with the land, and that transcends distance as well.

Lorie Solis

And that's the medicine, you know, because I, through all these practices, have come to know myself intimately and also through being willing to come to know myself through the experience of people I love, which is a whole another thing. Especially when they're not like me of being willing to know myself through their eyes. And I know that when I start to feel lonely or disconnected, that can lead to crabiness, resentment, some hostility, some bitchiness. Right? And then I'm more apt to create conflict. When I when what I need is connection. I'm I'm starting to, like, create this conflict in myself and feed that, and then I'm creating with other people, and I'm seeing that no one gets me, and all these people blah blah blah, and, you know, I'm creating this whole situation. And this I get curious about because I feel like there's my opportunity for the healing that I need. And I can't always see it in the moment, of course, because sometimes I'm just neck deep in the conflict.

Lorie Solis

And I have to act it all out. And then later on, I'm like, man, I missed the opportunity, and now I have to go repair. And that's part of it too. That's part of it too for sure.

Joanne Lockwood

Yeah. Yeah. Sometimes it's so much easier to coach than it is to do, isn't it? It's For sure. You know the techniques, and I'm sure despite knowing the techniques, you find yourself, as you say, having to reflect afterwards and go, could have been better there. Could have tried something different.

Lorie Solis

And that's part of it. I think we're so also repair, relational repair, we're not so trained in and perhaps practiced in. That's so much part of it. And as a kind of edge worker, I feel like I've had a lot of experience in making mistakes in an effort to help and show up and advocate. And it's like, oh, that wasn't quite it. And so how to be in that repair cycle, which is part of building resiliency, which maintains dignity and belonging. I've had a lot of experience and with lots of different kinds of communities. And sometimes it feels lonely because I I need that too.

Lorie Solis

I need that. I don't think I've always received it as skillfully as I like to hope that I give it. And I've realized that there's a skill on the other side too of, like, allowing myself to be connected with imperfectly. Like, let myself be loved imperfectly. And that has been a deeply humbling practice for me. Even though the people I'm around are maybe not relationship, you know, workers like I am, they don't have the same skill set, and they're not doing it just like I would do it. They're doing it in their own way. And let me acknowledge that.

Lorie Solis

See it, feel it, and receive it has been really important for me.

Joanne Lockwood

Well, I'm in a I'm in a situation. I can feel the little quake developing, just little ripples and the bit of judgment. How can I put myself in a mindset where I'm receptive to thinking, hang on a minute, this is going to escalate, the conflict is going to grow? How can I start to deescalate? How can I what techniques can I use in conversations or in thinking to to help me deescalate?

Lorie Solis

Thank you for asking this question. It really brings us to the, like, practical. It all sounds great. What do I do? And I just wanna say I love this moment when we feel that quake. Because in me, I can feel like, man, I could really destroy this whole thing. Like, or maybe there's another option. So somatically, one thing I this is the first step of my of the somatic first aid protocol. So there's claiming each other is the name of it, and then we have this acronym, claim us.

Lorie Solis

What do you do when there's a conflict? Claim us. It's about holding both of us in reference and care, not just me or you. It has to be me or you. And the first step is what I call connect to love. It's the c l. And practically, we explore this for many different ways because what that means can be many different things. One thing I find really effective is literally to sit back in your chair. If you it's not uncommon that when conflict starts yes.

Lorie Solis

See, I see you just getting comfortable. Does it change something for you when you kind of sit back? Do you notice a change in perception?

Joanne Lockwood

Yeah. Ready to engage. Yeah. Yeah. Thinking actively leaning in.

Lorie Solis

Yeah. But then when you sit back, do do you notice that something slightly changes as opposed to the leaning in when you sit back?

Joanne Lockwood

Yeah. Probably less focus, maybe, more more drifting, whereas leaning sitting up, leaning in. I'm here to here to do, here to think.

Lorie Solis

Yeah. I saw you as well, like, move your neck. You were you kind of oriented. You saw the space around you. Your eyes moved around. So when the conflict starts to happen, it's normal that we start to, like, lean in and narrow in with our vision, and it has this kind of intensity about it. And maybe we don't intend this kind of threatening posture, but we're picking up on it because we're mammals, and that's what we do. Right? So when we notice in ourselves when conflict starts to happen, it's like, oh, I start to narrow in, all of my senses come in, I'm leaning forward, something's happening, I wanna be engaged.

Lorie Solis

Still keep that orientation towards engagement, but literally sit back in your seat. It it can remove in our own mind body. It re patterns this embodiment of threat to this openness of possibility. It's like, okay. Something serious is happening, and I wanna be here for it. But let me embody something a little bit more relaxed, open for possibility. This engages the dorsal vagal part of our nervous system, which innervates our back body. Right? I saw this this chart of the blended states of the nervous system, and they had the embodiment of intimacy as the blended state between dorsal vagal life threat, like you're about to die, dorsal vagal shutdown, And ventral vagal, safety and connection.

Lorie Solis

You're gonna die, and you're in deep connection. And I thought this was amazing as a as a suggestion that this is what embodiment intimacy is. And it reminds me of this when we sit back of, like, okay. There's a threat. Something's happening. And I'm gonna sit back and be open to the connection. So We're engaging both all of the parts of our body, hopefully, in a way that immediately gives us another option rather than going into conflict in a kind of typically aggressive kind of way. And that gives us pause.

Lorie Solis

It can it gives us an opportunity for pause. Right? When I saw you turn your neck and look around, that's when we can look around like, oh, there's more. We can start to connect. There's more here happening. I'm in this room. It's 12 o'clock. Right? The conflict moment doesn't become this humongous thing that's all encompassing. Gives us a moment to pause and feel into what is being asked of me.

Lorie Solis

What is this other person experiencing? What do I maybe need in this moment? And that pause, I think a lot of harm reduction can happen in that pause to ourselves, to the other person. Right? And then there's then there's the whole rest of the protocol after that. But, yeah, I'm really passionate about this simple movement of leaning back a little bit, which yeah. There's someone who has been told that I can be super intense. I think has helped other people handle me and my intensity. If I could just sit back and communicate from that place. So that served me quite a lot.

Joanne Lockwood

Must be hard trying to find the right angle of leaning back. If you're not careful, you communicate a kind of a not interested or whatever or you're boring me or I'm not taking you seriously. Whereas if you lean, as you say, lean too far forward, you're in threat mode, you're hyper engaged. It's just trying to find that that right spot for you, isn't it? So that you're attentive, not disrespectfully not bothered, if that makes sense.

Lorie Solis

Sure. And I think that, like, freedom to adjust is important. Sometimes in conflict, we start to get really tense and rigid. So if I lean back and I realize, actually, that's not it either. I can I can sit back up, you know, or someone might say, like, are you not engaged based on what they perceive? Right? We can always be in the adjustment. I think that's part of our adaptability. Yeah. Right? It's being flexible in a moment when things start to feel more rigid.

Lorie Solis

Can we do both? You know, I really call upon paradox in a way, like, urgency, moments of urgency. I think slowing down is a congruent response to urgency. Right? If there's a tension in the space, can I bring ease into my mind body so that I can hold that tension in a good way? I always try to, like, bring in in my mind body some balance based on what I'm perceiving. Okay. Something's tense. Let me ease up a little

Joanne Lockwood

bit. I'm just going to

Lorie Solis

What are you feeling about this? How are you feeling?

Joanne Lockwood

I'm feeling good, actually. I feel my mind's popping all over the place. I'm thinking about all things we've just been talking about. I'm going to have to listen back to this episode in a minute. And if anyone's listening, please give it a rewind and have another look. Have another really great stuff going on here. Lorie, it's been amazing talking to you. We had 20 minutes in the green room beforehand as well.

Joanne Lockwood

So we've spent a good hour and a half together. So it's just fantastic. How could people get a hold of you? I mean, I'm gonna check you out on LinkedIn straight away.

Lorie Solis

You can come find me in the southwest corner of Portugal and come hang out with me in the woods at our place down here. You can find me online at claiming each other dot org or in my personal practice personal professional practice at somasantum.org as well. Yeah. And then the socials and the things, I'm on there.

Joanne Lockwood

Fabulous. So you're Lori, l o r I e. Mhmm. And you're Solis, s o l I s.

Lorie Solis

Solis, s o l I s. And, you know, we're opening the may I say something about the training?

Joanne Lockwood

Yeah. Go for it. Yeah. Please do.

Lorie Solis

Yeah. We've just opened the spring cohorts of the claiming each other somatic first aid training, which is starting in January. It's a 12 week training. It's been accredited by the complimentary medical association in the UK. There's 3 cohorts available, and we have 2 that are being delivered right now and in person here in Portugal and one online globally. It's going beautifully. So I invite anybody who's really curious about generative conflict in a way that, yeah, promotes resiliency and healing to to join us or to reach out if they're curious and wants want to know more about it.

Joanne Lockwood

You asked me a question in the show notes. Have you heard about research that self identified conservatives were found to have enlarged amygdalas? What's the theory then to the when you hold these extreme views, you tend to have an heightened sense of fight, flight, and fear, reaction mechanisms, the amygdala kicks in?

Lorie Solis

I note that this is what this the conclude this is what the conclusions are, right, of this research or the lines that they were drawing that people who have this kind of leaning in their ideology are maybe coming from a more external threat oriented place. And people with more, like, liberal or progressive views are they're activated with their insula in the brain, which is able to actually handle more complexity without the perception of external threat. So I was getting curious about this because I want to open my I want to open this work across the spectrum of peoples, and I find that maybe who's drawn to it? Maybe are more people who maybe are more left leaning already or maybe a bit, you know, left of center. And I really wanna reach more people. And that research gave me interesting insight from a somatic perspective. Right? When I study the nervous system, we we do nervous system study in the training. I think it's really important to be able to accurately assess in ourselves and then somebody else what is happening. And there's a lot of moralizing of people's emotional states, like looking down on fear and judging that.

Lorie Solis

And I think it's really important to be respectful of of whatever people are experiencing and care about that. If somebody is afraid for something important about their values, about their own life, about something they care about, To be curious about that, I think, is very important in the process of coming into a place of good relationality and not escalating it and destroying everything. So it gave me just a, yeah, a moment of consideration for how I might speak to people or be with them without assuming that that's what everybody's experiencing, who has this purse you know, has these choices around their ideology. No need to assume. But it did make me curious, and I was wondering if you had, I don't know, what you felt about that.

Joanne Lockwood

I'm now curious as well. I think, should we leave that with our our listeners? What do you think? Lorie would love to hear what you think about this. So yeah, let's, let us know. Do people with extreme views or have enlarged amygdala, a sense of justice, a sense of fight flight of fear, a sense of losing something, protectionism, whatever it may be. So, yeah, it's, love to hear from you. So, Lorie, thank you so much. I really appreciate your time.

Lorie Solis

Thank you. I really appreciate you.

Joanne Lockwood

As we bring this conversation to a close, I want to express my deepest gratitude to you, our listener, for lending your ear and heart to the cause of inclusion. Today's discussion struck a chord, consider subscribing to Inclusion Bites, and become part of our ever growing community, driving real change. Share this journey with friends, family, and colleagues. Let's amplify the voices that matter. Got thoughts, stories, or a vision to share? I'm all ears. Reach out to jo.lockwood@seachangehappen.co.uk, and let's make your voice heard. Until next time. This is Joanne Lockwood signing off with a promise to return with more enriching narratives that challenge, inspire, and unite us all.

Joanne Lockwood

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Primary Category: Wellbeing
Secondary Category: Cultural Diversity

🔖 Titles

Navigating Urgency: Slowing Down for Balance and Connection
Somatic Tools for Dealing with Conflict and Political Divides
Building Resilient Relationships Amidst Personal and Societal Conflicts
Embracing Ancestral Wisdom in Modern Conflict Resolution
Finding Joy and Belonging Through Self-Awareness and Community
Political Views and the Brain: A Somatic Perspective
From Urgency to Ease: Conflict Resolution Techniques
Exploring Connection, Identity, and Community in Trying Times
Somatic Practices for Healing and Relational Repair
Reindigenization and Decolonisation: Embracing Cultural Heritage in Conflict Management

A Subtitle - A Single Sentence describing this episode

Lorie Solis explores the profound impact of somatic practices on relational conflict, examining the intricate tapestry of political, personal, and ancestral ties while nurturing authentic connections and fostering a balanced approach to urgency and tension.

Episode Tags

inclusive culture, belonging, somatic first aid, political views brain structure, generative conflict, decolonisation, community engagement, nervous system, relational skills, ancestral connection

Episode Summary with Intro, Key Points and a Takeaway

In this episode of The Inclusion Bites Podcast, Joanne Lockwood is joined by Lorie Solis to explore the equilibrium needed for addressing urgent situations effectively. Lorie illuminates the approach of slowing down during moments of urgency to foster ease and balance amidst tension. Joanne and Lorie discuss the impact of recognising nervous system responses and the importance of self-awareness, inviting listeners to consider their emotional and situational responses.

Lorie Solis is a somatic trauma worker, body worker, educator, herbalist, and healer with a deep-rooted connection to her ancestral heritage. Identifying as American Indian with a rich cultural lineage, Lorie's work revolves around decolonisation and reindigenization. She introduces her "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training," a 12-week course accredited by the UK Complimentary Medical Association, offered both in-person in Portugal and online globally. Lorie invites listeners to connect with her through her websites claimingeachother.org and somasantum.org or via social media, bringing a profound sense of inclusion and belonging to her practice.

During the episode, Lorie addresses the delicate topic of conflict in relationships, viewing it as a necessary part of growth and deeper connection. She discusses the somatic first aid protocol, encompassing techniques like leaning back physically to shift nervous system responses and create space for resolution. Joanne and Lorie also delve into the intriguing research concerning political views and brain structure, discussing how different brain areas might influence responses to conflict without casting moral judgements. The conversation extends to societal expectations, the courage required to deviate from familiar paths, and the dynamics of cultural identity and decolonisation.

This episode is particularly insightful for listeners eager to navigate conflict with empathy and understanding. Joanne and Lorie provide a compelling discussion on slowing down in urgency, cultivating balance, and fostering emotional connections even amidst disagreements. A key takeaway is the importance of embodying self-awareness and embracing emotional content within conflicts, offering practical strategies for listeners to adopt in their own lives. Don't miss this enlightening conversation; it has the potential to transform your approach to relationships and inclusion.

📚 Timestamped overview

00:00 Embrace both rational and emotional approaches in difficult conversations.

07:22 The speaker realised they were missing personal joy in their life, inspired by the concept of ikigai, and decided to pursue meaningful happiness.

12:55 Deal breakers in relationships are influenced by major societal issues like the pandemic, #MeToo, Black Lives Matter, and more. There's diversity in thought and the challenge lies in fostering growth, authenticity, and open-mindedness, even if it leads to discomfort, while maintaining a sense of belonging and sanctuary together.

16:12 Open to challenging convictions for better relationships and understanding complexities in conflicts.

23:55 Decolonisation involves examining belief systems, reconnecting with indigenous roots, and embracing interconnectedness for healing and acceptance.

30:49 Conflict can feel like disconnection and loneliness, potentially leading to trauma. It's crucial to seek deeper connections beyond the superficial to navigate and resolve conflicts. The training focuses on recognising and applying deeper emotional and somatic understanding in difficult conversations.

34:10 Exploring loneliness involves building community and feeling connected, despite the challenges and potential conflicts in relationships.

37:28 Moving to Europe provided unexpected healing from trauma and colonial history, revealing personal growth beyond cultural limitations.

46:25 Intimate self-awareness and connection are key to avoiding loneliness and conflict, providing opportunities for healing.

52:12 Adopt a relaxed posture to promote openness and engage the dorsal vagal system, shifting from a threat to a state allowing for possibility and intimacy.

59:00 Research suggests that conservative ideologies may stem from external threat perceptions, while liberals can handle complexity without such fears. The author aims to reach a broader audience and values understanding nervous system responses without moral judgement of emotions.

01:00:18 Respect and curiosity for others' experiences and values are crucial for positive relationships without assumptions.

📚 Timestamped overview

00:00 Balancing rational debate with emotional understanding.

07:22 Discovering ikigai highlighted missing personal joy.

12:55 Deal breakers reveal differing perceptions; encourage growth.

16:12 Being challenged improves relationships and broadens perspectives.

23:55 Decolonisation reconnects to indigenous roots and wisdom.

30:49 Connecting deeply during conflict prevents isolation.

34:10 Loneliness epidemic despite connection, seeking community.

37:28 Healing opportunity through personal and historical awareness.

46:25 Self-awareness and connection prevent conflict, foster healing.

52:12 Relaxed openness engages the nervous system's potential.

59:00 Research links ideology to threat perception, complexity.

01:00:18 Respect and curiosity lead to understanding relationships.

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Killer Quote: "Conflict is an intelligent, creative force; embracing it can lead to healing and new possibilities." - Lorie Solis

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In this episode of the Inclusion Bites Podcast, Joanne Lockwood converses with somatic trauma expert Lorie Solis about Positive People Experiences and facilitating Culture Change. Discover how slowing down in urgency, engaging in somatic practices, and embracing conflict as a generative force can transform relationships and communities. You'll take away actionable insights on navigating diverse perspectives, relational repair, and fostering a sense of acceptance and belonging. Don't miss this compelling discussion that not only sheds light on the intricate dance between mind and body but also emphasises the importance of emotional connection and empathy. Tune in for an enlightening journey around pivotal societal expectations and individual authenticity.

Why Listen? Dive deep into transformative practices and learn to cultivate genuine connections. Call to Action: Engage with us, provide your feedback, and be part of the conversation around inclusion and Positive People Experiences.

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ℹ️ Introduction

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of The Inclusion Bites Podcast, hosted by Joanne Lockwood. Today, we dive into the nuanced journey of claiming and nurturing resilient relationships amidst conflict with our special guest, Lorie Solis.

Lorie, a somatic trauma worker, body worker, educator, herbalist, and healer, brings her wealth of knowledge to discuss the profound concept of "Claiming Each Other." We'll explore how slowing down in moments of urgency can create balance, the fascinating interplay between political views and brain structure, and the somatic practices that bridge emotional and logical responses.

We’ll also touch on Lorie’s spring cohort launch for the "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training," her deep ancestral connections, and the broader societal challenges impacting personal and community relations. Joanne and Lorie reflect on the importance of self-awareness, the courage to deviate from prescribed paths, and how engaging with one's heritage can foster deeper understanding and empathy.

Get ready to unpack complex topics with us, as we challenge societal norms and explore actionable insights for inclusive cultures. This isn’t just another chat about diversity; it’s a call to embrace the full spectrum of human connection and transformation. Stay tuned and join us for this engaging conversation! #InclusionBites #PositivePeopleExperiences

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somatic trauma work, body awareness, relational repair, decolonisation, inclusion, political views, brain structure, somatic first aid, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, community activism, ancestral connection, cultural identity, societal expectations, loneliness, belonging, empathy, generative conflict, resilience, healing, nervous system responses, self-awareness, political tension, balance in urgency, social media engagement, inclusion podcast, complementary medical association, neurobiology, ikigai, personal authenticity, historical narratives.

About this Episode

About The Episode:
In this conversation with our esteemed guest, Lorie Solis, we delve into the transformative power of somatic practices and how they can foster resilient relationships amidst conflict. Lorie shares her profound insights on the intersection of neuroscience, cultural heritage, and personal authenticity, offering listeners practical advice on navigating tensions and fostering inclusivity.

Today, we'll cover:

The technique of "somatic first aid protocol" to manage conflict by engaging different parts of the nervous system.
The launch of the "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training" and its benefits for personal and professional growth.
Understanding the research on political views and brain structure to better comprehend differing nervous system responses.
The importance of self-awareness and relational repair in mitigating feelings of loneliness and disconnection.
The influence of societal expectations on personal authenticity and the courage required to deviate from ingrained paths.
Reconnecting with one's ancestral heritage through the process of somatic decolonisation and reindigenization.
Practical tips for building community, addressing conflict constructively, and fostering a sense of belonging.

💡 Speaker bios

Joanne Lockwood is a passionate advocate and thought leader in the realms of inclusion and societal transformation. As the host of "Inclusion Bites," she guides listeners through bold conversations that challenge the status quo and explore the depths of belonging and thriving in a diverse world. Joanne invites her audience to uncover the unseen and reflect on stories that resonate deeply, fostering a culture of inclusivity and action. Whether starting the day with a cup of coffee or winding down in the evening, listeners are encouraged to engage and connect with Joanne, contributing to the ever-growing dialogue on building a more inclusive society. Reach out to her at jo.lockwoodseachangehappen dotco.uk to join the conversation and be a part of this inspiring journey.

💡 Speaker bios

Lorie Solis is a dedicated practitioner and instructor focused on fostering resilient relationships amid conflict. She has developed and currently teaches a unique methodology named "Claiming Each Other," which is not only her professional undertaking but also a personal commitment. Her work revolves around helping individuals navigate and heal significant conflicts within their most intimate relationships, encompassing political, personal, ancestral, and intergenerational issues. By handling these charged conflicts with care, reverence, and skill, Lorie aims to build more resilient, compassionate relationships that can thrive even in the face of adversity.

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Podcast Overview

Podcast Name: The Inclusion Bites Podcast
Host: Joanne Lockwood (Pronouns: she/her)
Guest: Lorie Solis (Pronouns: she/her)
Primary Focus: Conversations about inclusion, belonging, and societal transformation.

Episode Title: Claiming Each Other

Slowing Down in Urgency

Responding calmly to urgent situations.
Maintaining balance and ease during tension.

Contact Information

Physical location in Portugal.
Websites: claimingeachother.org and somasantum.org.
Social media presence.

Training Announcement

Spring cohorts for "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training."
12-week course starting in January.
Accredited by the UK Complimentary Medical Association.
Offered both in-person in Portugal and online globally.

Research on Political Views and Brain Structure

Conservatives may have larger amygdalas, affecting fight or flight responses.
Liberals may engage the insula more, managing complexity.
Interest in somatic perspective to understand nervous system responses without moral judgement.

Engagement and Feedback

Encourages feedback from listeners.
Engages audience in discussions about political views and brain structure.

Closing Remarks

Joanne expresses gratitude to Lorie.
Invites listeners to share thoughts and continue the discussion on inclusion.
Self-Awareness and Relationships
- Understanding oneself through loved ones' perspectives.
- Addressing feelings of loneliness and disconnect.
- Significance of relational repair and connecting skills.

Practical Application of Theoretical Knowledge

Challenges in applying theoretical knowledge in real-life.
Reflecting on improvement areas in practical scenarios.

Somatic First Aid Protocol

Technique called "somatic first aid protocol" or "claim us."
First step: "connect to love" by physically leaning back to engage different parts of the nervous system.
Cultivating balance between engagement and openness to prevent conflict escalation.

Societal Expectations and Personal Joy

Sense of Acceptance and Belonging

Lorie's personal experiences with family acceptance.
Rare experience based on her professional observations.
Constraints and liberation from societal expectations.

Journey and Joy

Joanne's realisation of unfulfilling pursuits.
Finding joy by stepping away from ingrained paths.
Courage required to deviate from familiar but unsatisfactory paths.

Relational Conflict and Society

Conflict in Relationships

Conflict as a means for growth and deeper connection.
Inevitability of conflict in relationships.
Impact of Societal Issues on Relationships
- Pandemic, Me Too, Black Lives Matter causing relationship conflicts.
- Coexistence of diverse perspectives in communities.

Current Events Impact

Escalating hostilities in the Middle East.
Encouraging de-escalation and reflecting on limited perspectives.
Community Activism
- Engaging with Israelis and Palestinians in Portugal.
- Prioritising emotional connection and empathy over debates and opinions.

Broader Perspective on Conflict

Recognising larger context and ancestral connections.
Using a broader perspective for conflict resolution.

Cultural Lineage and Identity

Cultural and Ancestral Connection

Lorie's American Indian and indigenous American heritage.
Connection to Afro, Taina, Chicana, Lipan, Apache, Texan, and Boriqua roots.
Influence of cultural heritage on work and conflict resolution capacity.
Decolonisation and Reindigenization
- Addressing impacts of colonisation and reclaiming power.
- Personal decolonisation and reconnecting to indigenous beliefs.
- Reindigenization for healing relationships and understanding conflicts.

Moving to Europe for Healing

Personal journey from Texas to Portugal.
Seeking safety and security in Europe.
Reconciliation of Cultural Heritage
- Living near Europe's first slave market.
- Contextualising a heritage with both coloniser and colonised ancestries.
- Complexity of reconciling Mexican American and Puerto Rican heritage.

Loneliness, Belonging, and Identity

Concept of Loneliness and Belonging

Distinguishing between loneliness and being alone.
Human need for connection and community.
Using somatic practices and community-building to address loneliness.

Personal and Societal Identity

Joanne's envy over people's connection to historical and spiritual ties.
Challenges of protecting cultural or historical heritage.
Lorie's experiences of decolonisation in Europe versus the United States.

Conclusion

Acknowledging the importance of engaging with complex ancestry and identity.
Respecting people's boundaries in conversations about identity.
Finding a sense of belonging and cultural connection despite physical location.
Lorie's role as an "edge worker" in various communities.

This sequence provides a structured overview of the comprehensive topics and sub-topics discussed in the podcast episode titled "Claiming Each Other."

The Hook

Ever wondered why slowing down actually makes you more effective in crises? Discover the counter-intuitive truth about maintaining balance in the face of tension. Imagine navigating conflicts with ease and care... Intrigued? Dive in to unlock these surprising insights and elevate your approach to stress.
Are your political views influenced by your brain structure? Fascinating research points to a deeper connection between our beliefs and neurobiology. Curious to find out how this impacts your interactions? Explore how understanding your nervous system could transform your responses to personal and societal conflicts.
Feeling disconnected and lonely despite being surrounded by people? Discover the transformative power of self-awareness and somatic practices to reclaim your sense of belonging. Learn simple yet profound techniques to foster meaningful connections—even when navigating the messiness of human relationships.
What if conflict was actually a creative force for deeper connections? Unlock the potential to turn disagreements into opportunities for growth and healing. Explore the art of somatic conflict resolution and find out how to maintain care for all parties involved, even in the heat of the moment.
Struggling with societal expectations and finding your true path? You're not alone. Join us as we unravel the journey of breaking free from ingrained paths to discover personal joy and authenticity. Explore how embracing your lineage and identity can pave the way for profound personal transformation and connection.

🎬 Reel script

Welcome to this week's Inclusion Bites! I'm Joanne Lockwood, your host, and today I sat down with Lorie Solis, a remarkable somatic trauma worker and healer. We explored the vital need to slow down in moments of urgency, the interplay between political views and brain structures, and the launch of her new somatic first aid training. We also delved into the complexities of ancestral connections and the profound impact of decolonisation on personal identity. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that encourages self-awareness and empathy in conflict. Don't miss out—listen now on Inclusion Bites.

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Subject: Embrace Balance and Belonging: Secrets to Relational Harmony

Dear [Subscriber's Name],

Welcome to another insightful edition of the Inclusion Bites Newsletter! This month, Joanne Lockwood delves into the profound topic of Claiming Each Other with our esteemed guest, Lorie Solis.

Episode Spotlight: Claiming Each Other

In this latest episode, Lorie Solis, a seasoned somatic trauma worker and educator, shares her wealth of knowledge on fostering connection and understanding amidst societal pressures and conflicts.

Key Points from the Episode:

Slowing Down in Urgency: Lorie talks about maintaining ease and balance by consciously slowing down when faced with urgent situations. This counterintuitive approach helps in navigating tension effectively.
Self-Awareness and Relational Repair: Addressing loneliness and disconnection, Lorie highlights the importance of self-awareness and understanding oneself through the perspectives of loved ones. She underscores the necessity of relational repair and the skills required to connect, even imperfectly.
Engagement and Feedback: Joanne Lockwood invites listeners to reflect on the discussion about political views and brain structures. Do self-identified conservatives have larger amygdalas? Does better management of complexity by liberals relate to the insula? Share your thoughts and join the conversation!
Developing Conflict Management Skills: Drawing parallels to first aid training, both Joanne and Lorie emphasise the importance of acquisition and practice of skillsets for handling conflicts and emergencies with confidence.

Connect with Lorie Solis

Lorie Solis is inviting everyone to stay connected! Whether physically in Portugal or through her websites claimingeachother.org and somasantum.org, she is keen to engage with you. Follow her on social media to stay updated on her transformative work.

Training Announcement

Exciting news! Lorie announces the launch of the spring cohorts for "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training," a 12-week course starting in January and accredited by the UK Complementary Medical Association. Available in-person in Portugal and online globally, this training is a valuable opportunity to deepen your somatic practices.

Listener's Corner

We cherish your feedback and engagement. How do these discussions resonate with you? Have you considered how societal expectations impact your sense of authenticity? Connect with us through jo.lockwood@seechangehappen.co.uk or join our vibrant community at seechangehappen.co.uk/inclusion-bites-listen.

Upcoming Topics

Next month, we continue our journey into the heart of inclusion, unpacking themes around ancestral connections, decolonisation, and identity. Stay tuned for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change and nurture belonging.

Let’s keep disrupting norms and nurturing inclusive cultures. Until next time, stay inspired and connected.

Warm regards,

Joanne Lockwood
Host, Inclusion Bites Podcast
SEE Change Happen

P.S. Don’t miss out on the latest episode—access it now and join the conversation! #InclusionBites #PositivePeopleExperiences

🧵 Tweet thread

🌟 Welcome to Episode 134 of #InclusionBites with @JoLockwood1965! 🌟 In this episode, we dive into a profound discussion with Lorie Solis, a somatic trauma worker, educator, and healer. Get ready to challenge your thoughts on urgency, conflict, and inclusion. 🧵👇

1/ 🎤 This week, Lorie Solis unveils the power of Slowing Down in Urgency. In a world that thrives on immediacy, sometimes slowing down can restore balance and ease tension. 💡 #Mindfulness #Urgency

2/ 🌍 Interested in connecting with Lorie? You can visit her in Portugal or check out her work at http://claimingeachother.org and http://somasantum.org. Don't forget to follow her on social media for more insights! #StayConnected

3/ 📅 Exciting News! Lorie announces the launch of the Spring 2024 cohorts for the "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training." This 12-week course, accredited by the UK CMA, starts in January. Available in-person in Portugal and online globally! 🌐 #Training

4/ 🧠 Fascinating research alert! Lorie and Joanne discuss how political views might be tied to brain structure. Conservatives may have larger amygdalas, whereas liberals might engage their insula more. No moral judgement, just intriguing somatic insights! 🧩 #Neuroscience

5/ 🚦 Ever felt the heat of conflict in relationships? Lorie shares about her technique called "somatic first aid protocol." Step 1: "Connect to Love" — try physically leaning back in your chair to open up calmer responses. 💕 #ConflictResolution

6/ 🛠️ Joanne Lockwood reminds us about the challenge of applying theory to real-life situations. Reflect, connect, and identify areas for improvement. It’s all about practical application! ✨ #RealWorldSkills

7/ 🌈 Ever wondered about societal expectations? Lorie talks about feeling both constrained and liberated by them. Her journey to joy came from realising she didn't need to meet them all. Courage to step away is key! 🚶‍♀️ #SocietalPressure

8/ 🌍 The conversation turns deeply personal and global as Lorie reflects on the Middle East conflict and the importance of empathy and emotional connection within her community in Portugal. 🌿 #Empathy #GlobalAwareness

9/ 🧬 Dive into the rich tapestry of Lorie’s cultural lineage: American Indian, Afro, Taina, Chicana, and more. Her work thrives on these ancestral connections and the process of decolonisation and reindigenisation. 🌏 #Heritage

10/ 🎙️ Missed the episode? Tune into "Inclusion Bites" hosted by @JoLockwood1965 for untold stories, challenges, and triumphs in creating inclusive cultures. This isn't just a podcast — it's a call to action. 📢 http://seechangehappen.co.uk/inclusion-bites-listen

🛑 Stay with us as we continue this journey of inclusion, belonging, and transformation. Share your thoughts below! What resonated with you most from this episode? 🤔👇 #InclusionBites #PositivePeopleExperiences #ListenNow

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Journey Towards Connection and Healing: My Experience on the Inclusion Bites Podcast

Greetings, dear friends and community members,

I am Lorie Solis, and I recently had the profound honour of being a guest on the Inclusion Bites Podcast, a transformative platform hosted by the insightful Joanne Lockwood. This conversation held a special place in my heart, as it allowed me to delve into subjects that are both deeply personal and universally significant.

During the episode titled "Claiming Each Other," I shared my views on the importance of responding to urgent situations with a deliberate slowing down. This approach, which brings ease and maintains balance in the face of tension, is a cornerstone of my work in somatic trauma healing. I had the opportunity to bridge this concept with the larger landscape of societal expectations and personal authenticity, a dialogue I found incredibly enriching.

One of the highlights was announcing the launch of our spring cohorts for "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training." This 12-week accredited course, recognised by the UK Complimentary Medical Association, will be available both in-person in Portugal and online globally starting in January. Sharing this milestone with a broader audience gave me immense joy, knowing that our efforts to promote somatic healing are reaching more hearts and minds.

A particularly thought-provoking segment of our discussion centred on research that correlates political views with brain structure, specifically how conservatives and liberals may process fight or flight responses differently. By exploring this from a somatic perspective, I hope to foster a non-judgemental understanding of our nervous system responses.

Joanne and I also explored the concept of relational conflict, viewing it not as a hurdle but as an opportunity for growth and deeper connection. This ties back to my technique, the "somatic first aid protocol," which encourages maintaining care for all parties involved in a conflict. The first step, "connect to love," involves a simple yet transformative act of physically leaning back in one's chair to shift our nervous system's engagement, opening up possibilities beyond immediate conflict.

Our conversation naturally wove in personal stories and societal reflections. I spoke about my journey from Texas to Portugal, a move borne out of a need for safety and the desire for personal healing. Engaging with my cultural lineage, both as a coloniser and the colonised, has been a path of profound self-discovery and reconciliation.

The topic of decolonisation, both personal and societal, was another significant thread. I shared my thoughts on reindigenization, the process of reconnecting with indigenous landscapes and wisdom, vital for healing and understanding conflicts on a broader scale. Joanne's openness allowed for a nuanced dialogue, highlighting our shared and differing experiences of heritage and belonging.

This episode is an invitation to reflect on the complexities of our identities, our shared human experiences, and the potential for transformative growth through connection and understanding. I encourage you to listen to our full conversation, to join us in this journey of claiming each other and ourselves with empathy and grace.

For those interested in continuing this conversation, learning more about somatic healing, or joining our upcoming training, please visit claimingeachother.org and somasantum.org. You can also connect with me through social media and engage with our growing community dedicated to healing, connection, and resilience.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we can create spaces of belonging and understanding, one conversation at a time.

Warm regards,

Lorie Solis

Pain Points and Challenges

Episode: Claiming Each Other

Speakers:

Joanne Lockwood (Host)
Lorie Solis (Guest)

Pain Points and Challenges Discussed:

Urgency vs. Balance:
- Pain Point: The stress and imbalance created by constant urgency.
- Challenge: Slowing down to respond effectively without escalating tensions.
Loneliness and Disconnection:
- Pain Point: Feelings of loneliness leading to resentment and hostility.
- Challenge: Building resilient connections even amidst imperfect interactions.
Conflict in Relationships:
- Pain Point: Frequent conflicts arising from differing beliefs and values.
- Challenge: Managing conflicts creatively and empathetically without moral judgement.
Societal Expectations:
- Pain Point: The pressure of meeting numerous societal expectations.
- Challenge: Recognising the value of personal authenticity over societal conformity.
Cultural and Ancestral Identity:
- Pain Point: Struggles with reconciling complex ancestral histories.
- Challenge: Embracing both coloniser and colonised identities without simplification.
Political and Societal Issues:
- Pain Point: Relationship conflicts heightened by significant societal issues like the pandemic or movements such as Me Too and Black Lives Matter.
- Challenge: Finding common ground amidst diverse perspectives.
Loneliness vs. Belonging:
- Pain Point: The gap between the situational reality of being alone and the emotional experience of loneliness.
- Challenge: Cultivating a sense of belonging through community.

Content: Addressing These Issues

1. Responding to Urgency with Balance:

Solution:

Technique: Practice the "somatic first aid protocol" by physically leaning back to engage different parts of the nervous system, promoting calmness and opening possibilities.
Actionable Step: Implement daily mindfulness exercises to cultivate a habit of slowing down.

2. Overcoming Loneliness and Disconnection:

Solution:

Technique: Engage in regular self-awareness practices and seek to understand perspectives of loved ones.
Actionable Step: Create a weekly schedule to spend quality time with close friends or family, ensuring meaningful connections are maintained.

3. Navigating Relationship Conflicts:

Solution:

Technique: Use the "connect to love" step during conflicts to maintain care for all parties.
Actionable Step: Develop and practise active listening skills to better understand the emotional content within conflicts.

4. Managing Societal Expectations:

Solution:

Perspective Shift: Embrace the courage to step away from unfulfilling pursuits and societal pressures.
Actionable Step: Reflect periodically on personal values, ensuring alignment between actions and beliefs. Create a list of personal priorities versus societal expectations.

5. Embracing Cultural and Ancestral Identity:

Solution:

Technique: Engage in somatic decolonisation work to connect with one's cultural and ancestral heritage.
Actionable Step: Research and participate in cultural events or workshops that celebrate ancestral traditions.

6. Addressing Political and Societal Issues:

Solution:

Technique: Focus on emotional connections and empathetic dialogue rather than debating differing opinions.
Actionable Step: Initiate community discussions or join forums to explore diverse viewpoints with the aim of fostering mutual understanding.

7. Cultivating Belonging in Community:

Solution:

Perspective Shift: Understand that nobody is truly alone due to inherent interconnectedness.
Actionable Step: Join local groups or online communities that share common interests or values to build a sense of belonging.

This episode of Inclusion Bites provides a comprehensive exploration of the multidimensional aspects of human connection and conflict resolution. By tackling these pain points head-on with practical solutions, listeners can take actionable steps towards fostering inclusion and belonging in their personal and professional lives. As always, we encourage you to engage with these discussions and share your thoughts with us on our platform.

Questions Asked that were insightful

Certainly! During the discussion on The Inclusion Bites Podcast, several questions prompted particularly insightful responses from Lorie Solis, which could indeed be transformed into a series of FAQs for the audience. Here are a few notable ones:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. How can slowing down in urgent situations help us maintain balance and ease?

Lorie Solis: Slowing down allows us to engage our parasympathetic nervous system, helping to alleviate the immediate stress response. This practice can create a space for more measured, thoughtful reactions rather than reflexive, potentially unhelpful ones. It’s a way of encompassing all perspectives and fostering both self-awareness and relational calmness.

2. What is the "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training" and what does it entail?

Lorie Solis: The training is a comprehensive 12-week course, accredited by the UK Complimentary Medical Association. It focuses on developing skills to manage conflict and tense situations through a somatic lens, aimed at both individual and group applications. The cohorts start in January, and the training is available both in-person in Portugal and online globally.

3. What insights can we gain from research on political views and brain structures, and how does this relate to somatics?

Lorie Solis: Research indicates that conservatives may have larger amygdalas, leading to stronger fight or flight responses, while liberals might better engage the insula for complexity management. From a somatic perspective, understanding these differences can help us respond to others’ nervous systems without moral judgment, fostering more empathetic and effective communication.

4. Can you elaborate on the significance of relational repair in the face of conflict?

Lorie Solis: Relational repair involves the skills required to reconnect even if the process isn't perfect. Conflict is inevitable and addressing it constructively can forge deeper connections. The "somatic first aid protocol," or "claim us," for instance, helps in maintaining care for all parties involved, starting with the crucial step to "connect to love."

5. How can embracing our ancestry and cultural lineage help in dealing with complexity and conflict?

Lorie Solis: Embracing one’s ancestry provides a broader context for understanding conflicts and relationships. Reindigenization, or reconnecting with indigenous landscapes and wisdom, can inform our approach to conflict resolution and personal healing. This includes addressing the impacts of colonisation through decolonisation processes, both personally and communally.

6. Why is it important to distinguish between feeling lonely and being alone, and how can community mitigate feelings of loneliness?

Lorie Solis: Loneliness is an emotional state, whereas being alone is situational. While one may be physically alone, they can still feel connected through community and somatic practices that foster a sense of interconnectedness. Building a supportive network can significantly mitigate feelings of loneliness, reinforcing that we are never truly alone.

7. What role does cultural identity play in shaping our experiences, particularly in terms of inclusion and conflict resolution?

Lorie Solis: Cultural identity deeply influences our perception of inclusion and our responses to conflict. Understanding and engaging with our complex ancestry can bring resilience and clarity, rather than simplifying identities. This openness helps navigate tensions and fosters respectful discourse, particularly within diverse communities.

8. Can you explain the role of somatics in aligning actions and values?

Lorie Solis: Somatics bridges mind and body, encouraging alignment between what we value and how we act. By engaging our neurobiology authentically, we achieve greater agency and coherence in our responses and interactions, making our actions feel more integral and purposeful.

This FAQ series could be a fantastic addition to your website or social media channels, providing quick and insightful reference points for your listeners who want to delve deeper into these topics.

Blog article based on the episode

Slowing Down in Urgency: Claiming Each Other in a World on Fire

In today’s fast-paced society, it feels like everything needs an instant reaction. Social media demands immediate responses, news cycles operate on a 24/7 basis, and urgent emails flood our inboxes at all hours. Yet, as Lorie Solis beautifully articulates in Episode 134 of the Inclusion Bites Podcast titled "Claiming Each Other," sometimes the most effective way to address urgency is to slow down. This isn't merely about reducing stress; it’s a purposeful act of bringing balance and ease to tense situations, strengthening relationships, and fostering genuine connection.

Lorie, a somatic trauma worker, body worker, educator, herbalist, and healer, shared numerous insights that challenge us to reconsider how we perceive and react to conflict, urgency, and societal expectations.

The Problem

Our brains are hard-wired to respond to emergencies with a fight or flight response. This is especially true for individuals who identify as conservatives, as research suggests they may have larger amygdalas, the part of the brain associated with these responses. On the other hand, liberals might engage their insula more, allowing them to manage complexity and ambiguity better. This divergence can create a significant gap in how people react to situations, leading to misunderstandings, conflicts, and strained relationships.

Lorie Solis, through her personal and professional journeys, explores these somatic responses without moral judgment. Her approach is rooted in understanding and empathy, offering a pathway to navigate our innate reactions and transform them into conscious actions that build resilience and connection.

Actionable Insights from the Episode

1. Slowing Down to Address Urgency

When faced with urgency, Lorie advises us to slow down deliberately. This doesn’t mean ignoring the situation but rather approaching it with a calm and balanced mindset. Slowing down allows us to think more clearly, reduce tension, and respond effectively rather than react impulsively. This can involve simple actions like taking deep breaths, pausing to reflect, or even physically leaning back in your chair to change your body’s nervous response.

2. Somatic First Aid Training

Lorie introduces the concept of "somatic first aid protocol" or “claim us.” This involves connecting to love and care for all parties involved in a conflict. The first step, “connect to love,” can physically manifest by leaning back, engaging different parts of our nervous system, and opening up possibilities beyond immediate conflict. This practice steers us towards a more compassionate and understanding approach, promoting relational repair and connection even when executed imperfectly.

3. Understanding Conflict as a Creative Force

Conflict is often seen as negative, but Lorie encourages us to view it as a generative force that can lead to healing and new possibilities. By altering our perceptions and respecting the emotional content of conflicts, we can embrace them as opportunities for growth and deeper connection. This mindset shift is crucial for navigating conflicts driven by personhood, dignity, or safety.

4. Balancing Engagement and Openness

Cultivating a balance between engagement and openness is key to preventing conflicts from escalating. This involves being attentive and present without coming across as disinterested or too aggressive. Adjusting our posture and approach according to the situation can enhance our awareness and foster a positive dialogue.

5. Connecting with Ancestral Wisdom

Lorie emphasises the importance of connecting with our ancestry and cultural heritage. This connection can inform our capacity to deal with complexity and reconcile conflicts. For Lorie, her strong connection to her American Indian, indigenous American, Afro, Taina, Chicana, Lipan, Apache, Texan, and Boriqua heritage provides a deep well of wisdom and resilience that she draws upon in her work.

Bridging Divides through Empathy and Understanding

Joanne Lockwood, the host of the Inclusion Bites Podcast, and Lorie Solis discuss the importance of empathising with opposing views, understanding the underlying reasons for those views, and maintaining respectful discourse despite differences. This empathy is particularly crucial in today’s polarized world, where societal issues such as the pandemic, Me Too, and Black Lives Matter have intensified conflicts within communities.

Lorie’s work in community activism, engaging with both Israelis and Palestinians in Portugal, highlights the power of emotional connection and empathy over debates and opinions. This approach fosters understanding and helps bridge deep-seated divides, creating spaces for diverse perspectives to coexist.

Leading by Example

Lorie’s personal journey from Texas to Portugal, driven by a need for safety and security amid a challenging political climate, underscores the transformative power of embracing change and stepping away from ingrained paths. Her experiences with decolonisation and reindigenization, reconnecting with indigenous wisdom and landscapes, provide a broader perspective on conflict and healing.

Joanne’s reflections on her own ancestry and cultural identity, feeling a disconnect from deeper historical or spiritual ties, offer a poignant contrast. Yet, her recognition of the courage required to deviate from familiar paths, inspired by Lorie’s insights, illustrates the universal human quest for belonging and authenticity.

Call to Action

As we navigate the complexities of our modern world, it's crucial to remember the power of slowing down, connecting with love, and embracing empathy and understanding. Let’s take a page from Lorie Solis’s book and view conflict not as a barrier but as an opportunity for growth and deeper connection.

Engage with the "Claiming Each Other" methodology and consider enrolling in the upcoming "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training" cohort. Whether you join in-person in Portugal or participate online globally, this 12-week course starting in January, accredited by the UK Complimentary Medical Association, could be a transformative experience.

We invite you to continue this conversation with us. Share your thoughts on the points discussed, particularly regarding political views, brain structure, and somatic responses. Reflect on how you can embody these principles in your own life and communities. Reach out to Lorie Solis through her websites claimingeachother.org and somasantum.org, or connect with her on social media.

Let’s not just consume these insights but act on them. Join the Inclusion Bites community through https://seechangehappen.co.uk/inclusion-bites-listen, and together, let’s disrupt norms, challenge societal expectations, and build a more inclusive, empathetic world.

Remember, every conversation, every pause, and every act of empathy brings us one step closer to truly claiming each other.

The standout line from this episode

The standout line from this episode is:

"Conflict, seen through the lens of somatic wisdom, becomes an intelligent and creative force, embracing our deepest emotions and fostering genuine connection."

❓ Questions

Slowing Down in Urgency:
- Lorie Solis discusses the importance of slowing down in response to urgent situations. How do you think this approach can transform our reaction to everyday stressors and tensions?
Research on Political Views and Brain Structure:
- The episode touched on research showing structural brain differences between self-identified conservatives and liberals. How can this knowledge influence our approach to political and ideological conflicts?
Somatic First Aid Training:
- Lorie Solis introduces the somatic first aid protocol as part of her "Claiming Each Other" training. How can somatic practices and training aid in resolving conflicts, particularly those that are emotionally charged or politically sensitive?
Relational Repair:
- Both Lorie and Joanne discuss the importance of relational repair in maintaining connections. What practical steps can individuals take to repair relationships that have been damaged by conflict?
Cultural Heritage and Ancestry:
- Lorie emphasizes her strong connection to her cultural heritage and how it shapes her work. How important do you think it is for individuals to explore and connect with their own heritage in the context of inclusivity and conflict resolution?
Decolonisation and Reindigenisation:
- Lorie discusses decolonisation and reindigenisation as means of reclaiming power and connection to ancestry. How can these concepts be applied in everyday life to foster a more inclusive and respectful society?
Impact of Current Events:
- The speakers reflected on current events in the Middle East and their effect on personal perspectives. How can individuals engage in meaningful activism while also acknowledging their limited personal perspectives?
Loneliness and Belonging:
- Joanne and Lorie distinguish between feeling lonely and being alone, arguing for the importance of community. How can building stronger communities help mitigate feelings of loneliness, especially in diverse and multi-cultural contexts?
Conflict as a Creative Force:
- Lorie views conflict as a creative, generative force rather than purely destructive. Can you think of personal experiences or historical examples where conflict led to positive change and new possibilities?
Emotional vs. Logical Responses in Conflict:
- The episode explores emotional versus logical responses to conflict, particularly when personhood is threatened. How can recognising and respecting emotional content during conflicts enhance conflict resolution and mutual understanding?

FAQs from the Episode

FAQ: Understanding "Claiming Each Other" and Somatic Practices in Conflict Resolution

Q1: What does the term "slowing down in urgency" mean as discussed by Lorie Solis?

A1: Lorie Solis explains "slowing down in urgency" as an approach to handling urgent situations by intentionally slowing down in order to bring ease and maintain balance. This method helps individuals manage tension more effectively and respond with greater clarity and composure.

Q2: How can listeners connect with Lorie Solis for further information?

A2: Listeners can connect with Lorie Solis physically in Portugal or through her websites, claimingeachother.org and somasantum.org. She is also available on various social media platforms for further engagement.

Q3: What is the "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training"?

A3: The "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training" is a 12-week course starting in January. Accredited by the UK Complementary Medical Association, it is offered both in-person in Portugal and online globally. The course focuses on equipping individuals with skills to handle conflict and emergencies through somatic practices.

Q4: What insights does the podcast provide regarding political views and brain structure?

A4: Research discussed in the podcast suggests that self-identified conservatives may have larger amygdalas, which heightens their fight or flight responses, whereas liberals might engage the insula more, allowing for complexity management. Lorie Solis examines these findings from a somatic perspective, focusing on understanding nervous system responses without moral judgement.

Q5: Can emotional responses and conflict be beneficial in relationships?

A5: Yes, Lorie Solis and Joanne Lockwood see conflict as an opportunity for growth and deeper connection in relationships. Conflict, when navigated mindfully, can lead to relational repair and the development of skills to connect better, even when not perfectly executed.

Q6: What is the "somatic first aid protocol" or "claim us"?

A6: The "somatic first aid protocol" or "claim us" is a technique introduced by Lorie Solis that focuses on maintaining care for all parties involved in a conflict. It begins with the step "connect to love," which may involve physically leaning back in one's chair to engage different parts of the nervous system and view possibilities beyond immediate conflict.

Q7: How does Lorie Solis suggest cultivating a balance between engagement and openness?

A7: Lorie Solis advocates for a balanced approach between engagement and openness to avoid escalating conflicts. This involves cultivating awareness and providing a moment to pause, which enhances one's ability to stay connected and reduce aggressive or disinterested postures.

Q8: What is the significance of ancestral connections and decolonisation in Lorie Solis' work?

A8: Lorie Solis, with her rich cultural background, emphasises the importance of ancestral connections and decolonisation in her work. Decolonisation involves reclaiming power and addressing the impact of colonisation, while reindigenization focuses on reconnecting with indigenous landscapes and wisdom. This holistic perspective aids in personal healing and understanding conflicts in a broader context.

Q9: How does somatics integrate mind and body in conflict resolution?

A9: Somatics, as described by Lorie Solis, is a field that integrates the mind and body as a unified whole. It aims to align one's actions and values by engaging neurobiology, leading to authenticity and agency in resolving conflicts and navigating life’s challenges.

Q10: How do societal expectations impact personal authenticity?

A10: Societal expectations often conflict with personal authenticity, creating pressure to conform to roles that may not align with one's true self. This misalignment can lead to discontent and a lack of fulfilment. Both Joanne Lockwood and Lorie Solis highlight the importance of finding joy and healing by courageously stepping away from ingrained paths that do not serve one's true nature.

Q11: How can one practise relational conflict management effectively?

A11: Relational conflict management is a skill that can be developed through practice, akin to first aid training. It involves recognising natural human responses to conflicts, such as fight, flight, or freeze, and learning to navigate these responses with greater awareness and resilience.

Q12: What is the role of community activism in Lorie Solis' work?

A12: Lorie Solis engages in community activism, particularly focusing on building emotional connections and empathy among diverse groups, such as Israelis and Palestinians, within her community in Portugal. Her approach prioritises understanding and emotional connection over debates and opinions, aiming for harmonious coexistence despite differing perspectives.

Tell me more about the guest and their views

Absolutely, let's delve deeper into our esteemed guest for this episode of Inclusion Bites—Lorie Solis—and her profound insights on various topics.

Guest Introduction: Lorie Solis
Lorie Solis is a multifaceted professional who wears many hats—somatic trauma worker, body worker, educator, herbalist, and healer. Her work and life philosophy are guided by her multidimensional sight, which she considers her superpower. Lorie's comprehensive approach to healing and relational repair is influenced by her rich ancestral heritage, spanning Afro, Taina, Chicana, Lipan, Apache, Texan, and Boriqua backgrounds.

Claiming Each Other: A Methodology
At the heart of Lorie Solis' work is the methodology known as "Claiming Each Other." This approach is designed to forge resilient relationships even amid conflicts that are politically, personally, or ancestrally charged. By perceiving conflict as a creative force rather than merely a disruptive one, Lorie aims to transform it into an opportunity for healing and growth. She advocates for the somatic integration of the mind and body to align one's actions with their values, facilitating authentic and empowered living.

Slowing Down in Urgency
One of the pivotal concepts that Lorie discusses is the importance of slowing down during urgent situations. In moments of tension, the natural inclination might be to react hastily. However, Lorie suggests that decelerating our responses can induce a sense of ease, helping to maintain emotional and psychological balance. This approach can mitigate the escalation of conflicts and open pathways to more thoughtful and effective resolutions.

Self-Awareness in Relationships
Lorie underscores the significance of self-awareness, especially during feelings of loneliness or disconnection. She identifies how negative emotions like resentment and hostility can arise from isolation and potentially disrupt relationships. By understanding oneself through the eyes of loved ones and acknowledging the imperfections in connecting, we can strive towards relational repair. This process involves re-engaging with love and employing the "somatic first aid protocol," or the "claim us" technique, which prioritises care for all involved in a conflict.

Cultural and Ancestral Connection
Lorie's deep connection to her cultural and ancestral roots plays a vital role in her work. She describes a profound sense of belonging within her family—a sentiment she finds rare in her professional experiences with others. This connection informs her perspectives on decolonisation, advocating for the return of land to indigenous people and a personal journey of reconnecting to indigenous beliefs and practices. Lorie emphasises the process of reindigenization, which involves restoring relationships with indigenous landscapes and wisdom to foster healing in broader contexts.

Political Views and Brain Structure
Lorie exhibits an interest in the interplay between political views and brain structure. Discussing research suggesting that conservatives may have larger amygdalas and heightened fight or flight responses, while liberals activate the insula more and manage complexity better, Lorie is keen to explore this from a somatic perspective. She aspires to understand these neurobiological distinctions without casting moral judgments, focusing instead on the implications for relational dynamics and conflict management.

Community Activism and Global Conflicts
A proponent of community activism, Lorie engages with diverse groups within her community in Portugal, including Israelis and Palestinians. She prioritises emotional connection and empathy over ideological debates, striving to foster understanding amidst conflicts. This reflection extends to broader geopolitical tensions, such as the hostilities in the Middle East, where both Lorie and Joanne Lockwood express hopes for de-escalation and a recognition of their limited perspectives due to a lack of direct experience.

Loneliness and Belonging
The nuances of loneliness and belonging are central to Lorie's discussions. She differentiates between loneliness as an emotional state and being alone as a situational fact. Emphasising human interconnectedness, Lorie advocates for addressing loneliness through somatic practices and community-building. She believes that even in solitude, one is never truly alone given the inherent connections within communities and the importance of belonging.

Lorie Solis' unique blend of professional expertise, cultural richness, and compassionate activism makes her a compelling guest on Inclusion Bites. Her perspectives offer invaluable insights into navigating conflicts, fostering connections, and embracing the intricate tapestry of human relationships and cultural heritage.

Ideas for Future Training and Workshops based on this Episode

Certainly! Based on the rich content of the episode "Claiming Each Other," here are several ideas for future training sessions and workshops:

1. Slow Down in Urgency: Balancing Responses in High-Stress Situations

Objective: Equip participants with techniques to manage urgent and high-stress situations without escalating conflict.
Content:
- Somatic practices for stress management.
- Techniques for maintaining balance and ease under pressure.
- Role-playing scenarios to practise slowing down and reflecting before responding.

2. Somatic First Aid Training: Introduction to 'Claim Us' Protocol

Objective: Provide an in-depth understanding of somatic first aid techniques to enhance relational repair.
Content:
- Detailed exploration of the "connect to love" step in the ‘Claim Us’ protocol.
- Hands-on practice of body postures and movements that activate calming nervous system responses.
- Strategies to navigate through relational conflicts with care for all parties involved.

3. Understanding Political Views Through Brain Structure and Somatics

Objective: Discuss how brain structure influences political views and how somatic practices can help navigate these differences without judgement.
Content:
- Overview of research indicating differences in amygdala and insula activation among conservatives and liberals.
- Implications for managing emotional responses and promoting understanding.
- Interactive discussions and exercises to foster empathy despite political differences.

4. Embracing Ancestral Connections in Modern Conflict Resolution

Objective: Utilize ancestral knowledge and cultural heritage to address conflicts and foster deeper connections.
Content:
- Exploration of Lorie Solis' concept of reindigenization and its relevance today.
- Methods to draw on ancestral wisdom for healing and conflict resolution.
- Personal storytelling and group activities to connect with one's cultural lineage.

5. Decolonisation and Reindigenization: A Path to Holistic Healing

Objective: Understand decolonisation and reindigenization processes to foster healing and inclusiveness in communities.
Content:
- In-depth sessions on personal and systemic decolonisation.
- Strategies for reclaiming indigenous practices and beliefs.
- Case studies and discussions on decolonisation efforts globally.

6. Courage to Change: Navigating Personal and Professional Transitions

Objective: Support participants in recognising and taking courageous steps away from unfulfilling paths.
Content:
- Tools for reflection and self-awareness to identify misalignments in one's life.
- Techniques for managing the fear and uncertainty associated with major life changes.
- Inspirational stories and facilitated discussions to encourage courage and resilience.

7. Conflict as a Creative Force: Transforming Tensions into Growth Opportunities

Objective: Redefine conflict as an opportunity for growth and deeper connection.
Content:
- Training on Lorie’s perspective of conflict as an intelligent, creative force.
- Workshops on emotional intelligence and respecting emotional content in conflicts.
- Practical exercises in conflict transformation and relational growth.

8. Building Resilient Relationships: Techniques for Relational Repair

Objective: Develop skills to repair and strengthen relationships amidst conflicts, particularly those with layered political, personal, or ancestral issues.
Content:
- Exploration of techniques to maintain connections even through imperfect attempts.
- Strategies for balancing engagement and openness.
- Training on reflective practises to identify and improve relational patterns.

9. Navigating Loneliness and Belonging Through Community-Building

Objective: Address feelings of loneliness and create a sense of belonging through community engagement.
Content:
- Differentiation between loneliness and being alone.
- Somatic practices to address feelings of disconnect.
- Community-building activities and strategies to foster inclusion and belonging.

10. Emergency Response Preparedness: Training for Generative Conflict

Objective: Enhance participants’ skills for confidently handling emergencies and generative conflicts.
Content:
- Comprehensive training on emergency response within the context of relational conflicts.
- Scenario-based practises to develop quick, effective response strategies.
- Certification programmes accredited by relevant bodies such as the UK Complimentary Medical Association.

Each workshop or training module could be customised further based on the specific audience and desired outcomes. These ideas not only resonate with the themes discussed in the episode but also provide actionable strategies and skills to foster inclusivity, resilience, and empathy within various communities.

🪡 Threads by Instagram

🧡 In the latest Inclusion Bites, we discover the power of "Slowing Down in Urgency," as Lorie Solis explains how easing up in tense moments fosters balance. Dive into the calm and find your peace amidst the chaos—perfect for those high-stress situations we all face. 🌿
🌍 "Claiming Each Other" Somatic First Aid Training is here! Starting this January in beautiful Portugal, Lorie Solis offers a 12-week journey towards somatic understanding. Become certified by the UK Complimentary Medical Association—join globally, online or in-person. Let's heal. 👐
🧠 Curious about how brain structure influences political views? Research suggests conservatives and liberals process risk differently. Lorie explores these insights somatically, advocating for non-judgmental understanding of our nervous system responses. Expand your mind with us! 🤓
💬 Feeling lonely can lead to conflict, yet it's a stepping stone to deeper connection. Explore relational repair and the "somatic first aid protocol" with Lorie. Start with "connect to love"—even a simple lean back can change your perspective in heated moments. True connection awaits. 💞
🌿 Embracing our cultural ancestry can be a profound journey of decolonisation and reindigenisation. Lorie delves into reconnecting with indigenous landscapes, wisdom, and the broader context of conflicts. Join us as we navigate the paths of healing and heritage. 🌱

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[Title: Handling Urgency with Poise | Leadership Insights Channel]

[Opening]
Are you feeling overwhelmed by urgent situations as a leader? Do you often find yourself reacting hastily, only to regret it later? Here's a common problem and effective behaviours to navigate urgency with poise.

[Problem Statement]
Many leaders struggle with maintaining balance when urgency strikes. The pressure can quickly lead to stressed decisions, escalating conflicts and diminishing team morale.

[Key Insight]
The key is to slow down, even in the face of urgency. This might seem counterintuitive, but it allows you to maintain clarity, make better decisions, and foster a calmer atmosphere.

[Actionable Behaviours]

Pause and Breathe:
Before responding, take a moment to breathe deeply. This activates your parasympathetic nervous system, reducing the immediate fight-or-flight response.
Assess the Situation:
Evaluate the urgency objectively. Is it truly a crisis, or just a perceived emergency? This helps you prioritise and delegate effectively.
Communicate Clearly:
Articulate your thoughts calmly and clearly to your team. Open, transparent communication prevents misunderstandings and aligns everyone towards a common solution.
Engage Empathy:
Understand the perspectives of those involved. Empathy fosters trust and mitigates tension, turning potential conflicts into collaborative problem-solving.
Reflect and Learn:
Post-incident, reflect on what worked and what didn’t. Continuous learning empowers you to handle future urgencies with even greater ease.

[Positive Outcome]
By practising these behaviours, you’ll not only navigate urgency with poise but also build a resilient and confident team that thrives under pressure.

[Closing]
Remember, great leadership is about steadying the ship amidst the waves, not just steering it. Subscribe for more insights and lead with calm confidence.

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Subject: Unlocking Resilience with Lorie Solis on "Inclusion Bites"

Dear Inclusion Bites Community,

Exciting times indeed as we bring you an illuminating episode of the Inclusion Bites Podcast featuring the phenomenal Lorie Solis! From diving into somatic healing to exploring the depths of our cultural lineage, Lorie takes us on an enriching journey of self-discovery and mutual connection.

What You'll Discover:

Slowing Down in Urgency: Lorie discusses the transformative power of deceleration during crises, helping us find balance and ease in moments of tension.
Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training: Discover the spring cohort launch of this 12-week course, set to kick off in January, both in-person in Portugal and online globally.
Political Views and Brain Structure: Explore groundbreaking research on how differing political ideologies may be linked to brain structure, and how this shapes our conflict responses.
Relational Repair Techniques: Learn the "somatic first aid protocol" or "claim us" technique, which starts with "connect to love." A simple yet profound method to manage conflicts by maintaining care for everyone involved.
Cultural Richness and Ancestral Connections: Lorie’s personal insights into embracing her diverse ancestry and the broader themes of decolonisation and reindigenisation are truly enlightening.

Unique Tidbit:
Did you know? Lorie identifies as American Indian, indigenous American, with a multicultural heritage including Afro, Taina, Chicana, and more. This rich background profoundly informs her approach to healing and conflict resolution.

Join the Conversation:
Joanne Lockwood warmly invites you to reflect on these insights, especially the links between political views and brain structure, and share your thoughts. What resonated with you? Let's keep the dialogue going on our Inclusion Bites platform. You can reach out directly at jo.lockwood@seechangehappen.co.uk.

And hey, if you or anyone you know might benefit from Lorie’s “Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training,” be sure to check out claimingeachother.org and somasantum.org. Let’s build resilient and inclusive communities together!

Thank you for being such a vital part of our journey to foster inclusion and belonging. Let's continue to challenge the norms and spark positive change—one bold conversation at a time.

Stay connected and keep those positive vibes flowing!

Warm regards,
The Inclusion Bites Team

P.S. Missed an episode? Catch up on all our thought-provoking conversations here: https://seechangehappen.co.uk/inclusion-bites-listen

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Episode Summary

In this enlightening episode of The Inclusion Bites Podcast, host Joanne Lockwood chats with Lorie Solis about the transformative power of slowing down during urgency, the significance of self-awareness, and the vital role of relational conflict. Discover Lorie's personal journey, somatic practices, and the interplay of political views and brain structure in fostering genuine connection and understanding. Join us for a deep dive into building resilient relationships.

In This Conversation We Discuss

👉 Slowing down urgency
👉 Relational repair
👉 Political views

Here Are a Few of Our Favourite Quotable Moments

"Slowing down in urgent situations brings ease and maintains balance amidst tension."
"Conflict is a generative force that can lead to healing and new possibilities."
"Understanding nervous system responses without moral judgement is crucial for genuine connection."

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Join Joanne Lockwood and Lorie Solis in exploring the art of slowing down, cultivating self-awareness, and leveraging conflict for growth. Discover how relational repair and understanding different perspectives can foster deeper connections. Don't miss out—tune into the latest episode of The Inclusion Bites Podcast and enrich your journey towards inclusivity and belonging. Listen now at seechangehappen.co.uk/inclusion-bites-listen.

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LinkedIn Poll Context and Question

In our latest episode of The Inclusion Bites Podcast titled "Claiming Each Other," we explore deep themes about relational conflict, self-awareness, and societal expectations. Our guest, Lorie Solis, shares insights on how to slow down during urgent situations, build resilient relationships, and understand conflicts from a larger, interconnected perspective. We’re curious to hear your thoughts on these pivotal points.

Poll Question:

Which of Lorie Solis' key points from "Claiming Each Other" resonates most with you?

Poll Options:

🌟 Slowing Down in Urgency #MindfulResponse
❤️ Building Resilient Relationships #RelationalStrength
🌍 Societal Expectations #PersonalAuthenticity
🌳 Ancestral Connection #CulturalHeritage

Closing Remark:

Your vote helps us understand which themes resonate most with our audience. Join the conversation and let us know what speaks to you! #InclusionBites #ClaimingEachOther #PodcastPoll

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🌟 Just finished listening to an insightful episode of "Inclusion Bites" hosted by the incredible Joanne Lockwood and featuring the brilliant Lorie Solis. 🌟

The episode titled "Claiming Each Other" delves into:

🔍 Understanding Urgency: Lorie's perspective on slowing down in urgent situations to maintain balance and ease tensions is a game-changer for stress management.

🧠 Brain Structure & Political Views: Fascinating research linking brain structures to political inclinations, offering a somatic approach to nervous system responses without moral judgement.

🤝 Somatic First Aid Training: The upcoming cohort for "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training" is a must for anyone looking to enhance conflict resolution skills.

🏠 Sense of Belonging: Lorie's insights on self-awareness and relational repair resonate deeply, especially in our quest for creating inclusive environments.

🌍 Decolonisation & Ancestral Connection: Emphasising the importance of reconnecting with our roots to resolve conflicts on a broader scale.

As HR and EDI professionals, these discussions are crucial for:

Enhancing Conflict Management: Learning to navigate and resolve conflicts with empathy and understanding.
Creating Safe Spaces: Fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance within diverse teams.
Personal Growth: Gaining insights into how our own backgrounds and biases influence our professional approach.

Tune in to this episode for transformative insights that can impact our industry and profession profoundly. Let's continue to drive change and nurture belonging, one conversation at a time. 🌈

#InclusionBites #HR #EDI #SomaticAwareness #ConflictResolution #Belonging #JoanneLockwood #LorieSolis #ClaimingEachOther

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Insights for Senior Leaders, HR, and EDI Professionals from "The Inclusion Bites Podcast: Claiming Each Other"

🎙 Key Insights & "Aha Moments" 🎙

Slowing Down in Urgency: 🚦
Lorie Solis introduces the concept of responding to urgency by intentionally slowing down. This counterintuitive approach promotes ease, balance, and thoughtful decision-making, particularly valuable in high-stress environments.
Understanding Political Views and Brain Structure 🧠
The discussion on the correlation between political views and brain structure, such as conservatives having larger amygdalas, provides a new lens through which to understand employee behaviours and responses. This can aid in creating more empathetic and inclusive workplace policies.
Relational Repair and Somatic Practices 🤝
The episode underscores the inevitability of conflict and the need for relational repair through somatic practices. Techniques like the "somatic first aid protocol" or "claim us" can be integrated into conflict resolution training, helping teams navigate disagreements with empathy and authenticity.
Balancing Engagement and Openness ⚖️
Lorie emphasises the importance of balancing engagement with openness to prevent conflict escalation. Leaders can train their teams in these techniques to foster a culture of careful listening and measured responses.
Historical and Cultural Awareness 🌍
The rich discourse on decolonisation and reindigenisation highlights the significance of historical and cultural awareness. Leaders should incorporate this consciousness into their diversity programs, recognising the profound impact of ancestry and cultural identity on employees.

Actionable Steps for Leaders

Implement Slowing Techniques 🧘‍♀️
Train your team to slow down in urgent situations to facilitate better decision-making and stress management. Encourage practices that allow for calm and collected responses.
Educate on Neurodiversity in Political and Emotional Responses 📚
Incorporate education on the neurological underpinnings of political and emotional responses. This can foster greater understanding and reduce conflicts stemming from ideological differences.
Adopt Somatic Practices in Conflict Resolution 💬
Introduce somatic practices, like the "somatic first aid protocol," into your conflict resolution frameworks. This can help teams handle conflicts with a body-mind integrated approach.
Foster Historical and Cultural Conversations 🗣️
Create platforms for employees to share their cultural and historical backgrounds, promoting a deeper sense of connection and belonging within the organisation.
Encourage Reflective Practices 🔍
Promote reflective practices among your team, helping individuals to adjust their posture and responses according to the situation. This can improve relational dynamics and lead to more authentic interactions.

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"Embrace the power of slowing down in urgency—find balance and ease! 🚦 #InclusionBites #LeaderInsights #HR #EDI #SlowingDown"
"Understanding political views through neuroscience opens doors to empathy and inclusion! 🧠 #PoliticalViews #Neuroscience #InclusionBites"
"Integrate somatic practices for effective conflict resolution. 🤝 #SomaticFirstAid #ConflictResolution #HRTraining #InclusiveCultures"
"Promote historical and cultural awareness to enrich your diversity programs. 🌍 #Decolonisation #CulturalAwareness #DiversityInclusion"
"Balance engagement with openness to foster better workplace relationships. ⚖️ #ReflectivePractices #WorkplaceWellbeing #LeadershipSkills"

By incorporating these insights and actions, leaders can drive meaningful change and nurture a more inclusive and empathetic workplace.

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Title for Post:
"Unlock Resilient Relationships: Expert Insights on Conflict & Inclusivity #InclusiveInsight #ResilientRelationships #SomaticWisdom #ConflictResolution #StayConnected"

Text on screen: "Feeling Overwhelmed? Here's Why Slowing Down Helps! 🧘‍♀️"

In urgent situations, we often rush to respond, but have you ever considered the power of slowing down? Slowing down can bring ease and balance, helping us maintain control and reducing tension. It's a game-changer when navigating conflicts or high-stress scenarios.

Text on screen: "New Training Alert! 🚨"

We've got exciting news! This January, the "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training" kicks off. It's a 12-week course, accredited by the UK Complimentary Medical Association, available in-person in Portugal and online worldwide. Perfect for gaining vital skills in relational conflict and emergency response.

Text on screen: "Did You Know? Brain Structure & Politics 🧠"

Research shows that conservatives might have larger amygdalas, raising their fight-or-flight response, while liberals tend to engage the insula more, aiding in managing complexity. This insight can help us understand diverse perspectives without moral judgment, fostering empathy in our interactions.

Text on screen: "Conflict as Growth 📈"

Conflicts are inevitable in relationships, but they don't have to be destructive. They're opportunities for growth and deeper connections. By embracing conflict as a generative force, we can navigate it with a mindset focused on healing.

Text on screen: "Connect to Love ❤️"

One effective technique in conflict is "Connect to Love." Simply leaning back in your chair can engage different parts of your nervous system, creating space for calm, considerate responses. Cultivate a balance between engagement and openness—this can enhance awareness and prevent escalation.

Text on screen: "Ancestral Connection 🌍"

Feeling connected to our ancestry can be incredibly powerful. It provides resilience and a broader perspective in conflict resolution. Engaging with our complex lineage through curiosity rather than simplifying identities helps build a holistic sense of self.

Text on screen: "Mind-Body Alignment 💆‍♂️"

Somatics integrates the mind and body as one, aligning actions with values for authentic living. Understanding our neurobiological responses helps us manage conflicts and embrace emotional content with respect.

Text on screen: "Address Loneliness & Build Community 👥"

Loneliness is a feeling; being alone is a situation. We're all deeply interconnected. Community-building and somatic practices can address feelings of loneliness, fostering a sense of belonging and connection.

Thanks for watching! Remember, together we can make a difference. Stay connected, stay inclusive! See you next time. ✨

Glossary of Terms and Phrases

Absolutely, this episode of the Inclusion Bites Podcast, titled "Claiming Each Other," delves deeply into several complex concepts and specialised terminologies. Here’s a list of those words and phrases along with the implied definitions as discussed in the episode:

Somatic First Aid: This is a technique introduced by Lorie Solis, aimed at maintaining care for all parties involved in a conflict. It involves slowing down and connecting with one's body to manage urgent situations effectively.
Amygdala: A part of the brain associated with processing emotions such as fear and aggression. It is mentioned in the context of research suggesting that self-identified conservatives may have larger amygdalas, leading to heightened fight-or-flight responses.
Insula: Another part of the brain, known to engage more in self-identified liberals, which allows for managing complexity and emotional responses.
Nervous System Responses: Refers to the body's automatic reactions to stimuli, such as fight, flight, or freeze, particularly in stressful or conflict situations.
Relational Repair: The skills and efforts required to reconnect and mend relationships after conflicts, particularly when executed imperfectly.
Decolonisation: The process of undoing the impacts of colonisation by reclaiming indigenous knowledge, land, and practices. It involves both societal and personal elements.
Reindigenization: Reconnecting with indigenous landscapes, wisdom, and heritage for healing and understanding relationships and conflicts in a broader context.
Cultivating Balance: The act of fostering a state of equilibrium in one's engagement and openness, especially to avoid escalating conflicts.
Somatic Practices: Techniques that involve the connection and alignment of mind and body to achieve authenticity and emotional regulation.
Generative Conflict: A perspective on conflict as a potentially creative and healing force that can lead to new possibilities and deeper understanding.
Ancestral Connection: A profound link to one’s heritage and forebears, which informs personal identity and capacity to navigate complex situations.
Mind-Body Wisdom: The integrated understanding and intuition that come from aligning actions with inherent bodily and mental processes.
Multidimensional Sight: Lorie Solis's self-described superpower, implying a deep, intuitive, and holistic perception of situations and relationships.
Cultural Lineage: The heritage and ancestral background that shape an individual's identity and perspectives.
Edge Worker: Someone who operates on the periphery of various communities, often engaging with different perspectives and bridging gaps between distinct groups.

Each of these concepts adds layers to the rich discussion on inclusion, personal authenticity, and managing conflicts within the broader societal and historical contexts. The episode encourages listeners to delve into these ideas and consider how they might apply to their own lives and relationships.

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"Conflict can be a generative force, leading to healing and new possibilities." - Lorie Solis

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Why Listen:

Our latest episode of “The Inclusion Bites Podcast” titled "Claiming Each Other" is a riveting discussion with Lorie Solis that delves deep into the transformative realm of Positive People Experiences and Culture Change. Hosted by me, Joanne Lockwood, this episode isn't just another discussion on diversity and inclusion; it’s a call to unearth and tackle the nuanced layers of our societal and personal dynamics.

Lorie Solis, a renowned somatic trauma worker, bodyworker, educator, herbalist, and healer, joins us to explore her life's work and methodology encapsulated in "Claiming Each Other." This episode brings forth profound insights into how we can navigate conflicts, build resilient relationships, and foster an inclusive culture within our communities.

One of the pivotal discussions centres on the concept of Slowing Down in Urgency. Lorie elucidates the value of slowing down when faced with urgent and high-tension situations. This technique not only brings ease but also aids in maintaining balance, ultimately contributing to more effective conflict resolution and personal peace.

Lorie also invites our listeners to connect with her physically in Portugal, or digitally via her websites, claimingeachother.org and somasantum.org, and through her active social media presence. Furthermore, she is launching the spring cohorts for “Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training,” a globally accessible 12-week course accredited by the UK Complimentary Medical Association.

During our conversation, we highlighted fascinating research connecting political views to brain structure. Self-identified conservatives, with their larger amygdalas, may experience heightened fight or flight responses, whereas liberals, engaging the insula more, can better manage complexity. Lorie offers a unique somatic perspective to understand these tendencies without passing moral judgment, encouraging listeners to view these insights through a compassionate and inclusive lens.

A significant portion of our discussion also revolves around self-awareness and understanding oneself through the perspectives of loved ones, especially in moments of loneliness or disconnection. Lorie candidly discusses how loneliness can breed resentment, hostility, and conflicts due to lack of connection, touching upon the importance of relational repair and the skills needed to connect, even imperfectly.

Through the Somatic First Aid Protocol, particularly the technique called "claim us," Lorie explains how one can maintain care for all parties involved in a conflict. The process includes an initial step to "connect to love," which might be as simple as physically leaning back to engage a different part of the nervous system, opening up new possibilities beyond the immediate tension.

Lorie's deep connection to her American Indian (indigenous American) and multifaceted cultural heritage informs much of her work. She discusses decolonisation and reindigenization—reconnecting to ancestral knowledge and landscapes—as essential to understanding broader contexts of conflict and healing. These practices contribute significantly to Culture Change by fostering a deeper understanding and respect for diverse cultural narratives.

Joanne Lockwood shares her reflections, expressing envy towards Lorie's profound connection to lineage, which brings into focus the sometimes stark disconnect from history some individuals feel. This includes a discussion on how being part of a majority group might obscure the importance of protecting cultural and historical heritage, contrasted with the keen sense of protection felt within queer communities owing to societal oppression.

The episode doesn't shy away from addressing current and impactful societal issues such as the pandemic, Me Too, and Black Lives Matter movements, illustrating how these have led to conflicts within relationships and communities. Through these discussions, Lorie underscores the importance of engaging with diverse perspectives empathetically and respectfully, a key tenet of bringing about Culture Change.

In wrapping up, we delve into the emotional vs. logical responses in conflicts. Lorie advocates respecting the emotional content within conflicts as a new way to navigate through them successfully. This ties back to the broader theme of Positive People Experiences by aligning our actions with our values and recognising the mind-body integration essential for authenticity and agency.

This episode offers actionable insights, grounded theory, and real-life applications to foster inclusive cultures and nurture belonging. Whether dealing with immediate conflict or contemplating larger societal issues, "Claiming Each Other" provides a rich tapestry of strategies and perspectives to usher in a more inclusive and connected world.

Closing Summary and Call to Action:

As we reach the end of this enlightening episode, let’s summarise the key learning points and actionable insights that you can integrate into your life and work to foster Culture Change and Positive People Experiences:

Acknowledging the Power of Slowing Down: In urgent situations, consider grounding yourself by slowing down. This technique brings ease and helps maintain balance, preventing escalation of tensions.
Connect with Lorie Solis: Lorie invites you to connect through her websites and social media, and consider joining her spring cohort for the “Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training.” This 12-week course is designed to equip you with vital skills to handle conflicts and emergencies with compassion and efficacy.
Understand the Brain's Role in Political Views: Reflect on the research linking brain structure to political views, and use this understanding to approach conflicts with empathy, recognising the underlying neurobiological responses.
Relational Repair and Conflict Management: Embrace the importance of relational repair. Conflicts are inevitable but can be opportunities for growth and deeper connections when managed with care and understanding.
Implement the Somatic First Aid Protocol: Practise the "claim us" technique by starting with "connect to love." Physically leaning back to engage different parts of your nervous system can open up new, constructive ways to handle conflicts.
Reflect on Your Ancestral Connections: Engage with your heritage and lineage. Whether you feel a strong connection or a sense of disconnect, exploring your roots can provide greater understanding and resilience.
Decolonisation and Reindigenization: Consider how decolonisation and reindigenization practices can contribute to broader societal healing. Recognising and reconnecting with indigenous landscapes and wisdom is crucial for Culture Change.
Find Joy in Authenticity: Reflect on the concept of ikigai and find personal joy by aligning your actions with your intrinsic values. Recognising societal pressures and consciously deviating from unfulfilling paths is a step towards personal and collective healing.
Engage with Complex Identity Narratives: Dive deep into the complexities of identity and cultural lineage. Approach these conversations with curiosity and respect for boundaries, fostering a richer understanding of self and others.
Community Building and Handling Loneliness: Recognise that loneliness is a feeling, but interconnectedness is intrinsic to human existence. Build and engage with communities, utilising somatic practices to handle feelings of isolation constructively.

Every episode of "The Inclusion Bites Podcast" is a step towards transforming our collective understanding and approaches to inclusivity. As Joanne Lockwood, I urge you to not only listen but take these insights into your daily life, fostering environments where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

Outro:

Thank you for tuning in to this episode of "The Inclusion Bites Podcast." Your engagement and curiosity are what drive these essential conversations. Be sure to like and subscribe to our channel for more insights on inclusion and belonging. For more information on SEE Change Happen and additional episodes, visit our website at https://seechangehappen.co.uk.

Stay curious, stay kind, and stay inclusive - Joanne Lockwood

Root Cause Analyst - Why!

Key Problem Identification: Urgency Leading to Tension

Problem 1: Responding to urgent situations often leads to increased tension and imbalanced responses.

1st Why?
Why does responding to urgent situations lead to increased tension?

Answer:
Responding to urgent situations typically triggers the body's stress response, which can heighten tension.

2nd Why?
Why does the body's stress response heighten tension?

Answer:
The body's stress response, particularly the activation of the amygdala, initiates a fight or flight reaction, which prioritises immediate threats over calmness and balance.

3rd Why?
Why does the fight or flight reaction prioritise immediate threats over calmness?

Answer:
The fight or flight reaction is an evolutionary mechanism designed to maximise survival in the face of acute danger, often at the expense of long-term wellbeing.

4th Why?
Why is this evolutionary mechanism not always suitable for modern urgent situations?

Answer:
Modern urgent situations frequently deal with complex social and professional challenges rather than life-threatening dangers, where immediate, aggressive responses may exacerbate the problem rather than resolve it.

5th Why?
Why aren’t individuals trained to manage this inappropriate stress response effectively?

Answer:
Traditional education and societal norms do not prioritise training individuals in somatic or emotional regulation techniques, leaving many unequipped to handle stress properly.

Root Cause Summary:

The root cause of increased tension in urgent situations is the lack of training in somatic or emotional regulation techniques to manage the body's evolutionarily ingrained stress responses.

Potential Solutions:

Somatic Training Programmes: Implement training courses such as the "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training" to help individuals learn to regulate their stress responses.
Educational Reforms: Integrate emotional and somatic intelligence curriculums into early education systems to prepare future generations for better stress management.
Corporate Training: Encourage workplaces to offer regular workshops and sessions on stress management and emotional intelligence.
Public Awareness Campaigns: Launch campaigns to increase awareness about the importance of emotional regulation and the risks of unchecked urgent responses.

Key Problem Identification: Relational Conflicts Fueled by Loneliness

Problem 2: Feelings of loneliness and disconnection lead to resentment and conflict in relationships.

1st Why?
Why do feelings of loneliness and disconnection lead to resentment and conflict?

Answer:
Loneliness often triggers negative emotions and thoughts, which can escalate into resentment that manifests in conflicted interactions with others.

2nd Why?
Why does loneliness trigger negative emotions and thoughts?

Answer:
Humans are inherently social beings, and a lack of meaningful connections impacts mental and emotional wellbeing, leading to feelings of inadequacy and frustration.

3rd Why?
Why do humans rely heavily on social connections for their wellbeing?

Answer:
Social connections provide a sense of belonging and validation, which are essential for emotional health and personal identity reinforcement.

4th Why?
Why do individuals struggle to form or maintain meaningful social connections?

Answer:
Modern lifestyles, cultural expectations, and digital interactions often replace face-to-face engagements, leading to superficial interactions.

5th Why?
Why do modern lifestyles and digital interactions lead to superficial engagements?

Answer:
The pace of modern life and the convenience of digital communication often prevent the depth and time commitment required to build and maintain robust, meaningful relationships.

Root Cause Summary:

The root cause of relationship conflicts ignited by loneliness is the prevalence of superficial social interactions and the lack of depth in connections due to modern, fast-paced lifestyles and digital communication.

Potential Solutions:

Community Building Initiatives: Develop local-based community groups that encourage in-person interactions and deep relationship building.
Digital Detox Campaigns: Promote periodic breaks from digital communication to facilitate more face-to-face engagement and deepen relationships.
Mindfulness and Connection Workshops: Offer workshops that teach mindfulness practices and techniques for building and maintaining meaningful relationships.
Support Platforms: Create support platforms where individuals can connect, share their experiences, and foster a sense of community and belonging.

Key Problem Identification: Political Beliefs and Brain Structures Causing Division

Problem 3: Political beliefs rooted in differing brain structures lead to divisive behaviours and aggravated conflicts.

1st Why?
Why do differing brain structures based on political beliefs cause divisive behaviours?

Answer:
Differing brain structures influence how individuals react to stimuli, where some may more quickly trigger a fight or flight response, leading to divisive behaviour.

2nd Why?
Why do some individuals trigger a fight or flight response more quickly?

Answer:
Research suggests that conservatives may have larger amygdalas, which are more sensitive to perceived threats, while liberals may engage the insula more, enabling them to manage complexity better.

3rd Why?
Why do these brain structural differences exist among individuals with differing political beliefs?

Answer:
These differences may develop due to a combination of genetic, environmental, and socio-cultural factors that influence brain development over time.

4th Why?
Why hasn't society addressed these neurological differences effectively to mitigate divisive behaviours?

Answer:
Society often approaches political divisions with moral judgement rather than understanding the underlying neurobiological factors, leading to polarisation without resolution.

5th Why?
Why is there a focus on moral judgement rather than understanding neurobiological factors?

Answer:
Moral judgement is simpler and more immediate, while understanding neurobiological factors requires deeper, more nuanced education and open-mindedness, which can be more challenging to cultivate.

Root Cause Summary:

The root cause of divisive behaviours based on political beliefs is a lack of understanding and appreciation for the underlying neurobiological differences that influence these beliefs.

Potential Solutions:

Educational Campaigns: Develop campaigns designed to educate the public on the neurobiological basis of political differences to foster empathy and reduce moral judgement.
Inclusive Dialogue Platforms: Create platforms for open, respectful dialogues where individuals can discuss political beliefs with an understanding of the neurobiological underpinnings.
Cross-Political Training: Facilitate workshops that help individuals recognise and bridge the neurobiological and psychological gaps that fuel political divisions.
Empathy Training: Offer empathy-building programmes that train individuals to appreciate and respect differing viewpoints, reducing the psychological triggers for divisive behaviour.

By addressing these root causes through thoughtful interventions, we can create a more empathetic, connected, and inclusive society.

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Provoking Question
"Feeling disconnected in an ever-connected world? 🌐 What if awareness can transform conflicts into profound connections? 🤔"

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Highlighting Lorie Solis' Insights
"Discover the wisdom of Lorie Solis, a somatic trauma worker and healer, as she explores how slowing down in moments of urgency can bring balance and ease in our lives. 🧘‍♀️✨"

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Conflict and Connection
"Imagine viewing conflict as a generative force rather than a destructive one. Lorie sheds light on 'Claiming Each Other', a methodology to build resilient relationships even in the face of political, personal, and ancestral conflicts. 🔄❤️"

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Somatic First Aid Training
"Eager to learn more? Lorie's 'Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training' launches this January! Get accredited by the UK Complimentary Medical Association, available both in-person in Portugal and online globally. 📚🌍"

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6 major topics

Claiming Each Other: Discovering True Connection and Understanding

In this thought-provoking instalment of Inclusion Bites, I had the pleasure of conversing with Lorie Solis about a vast array of topics, from the nuances of human connection to the complexities of decolonisation. Lorie, a somatic trauma worker and healer, shared her insights into slowing down, embracing conflicts, and the journey of finding joy and authenticity amidst societal pressures. Here’s a deep dive into our conversation that uncovered the richness of "Claiming Each Other."

Slowing Down in Urgency: Finding Balance in Tense Situations

One of the most enlightening aspects of our discussion was Lorie's perspective on responding to urgency by slowing down. This might sound counterintuitive, but imagine facing a heated moment with a calm, measured approach. How might that change the outcome? Lorie highlighted that by easing into tension, we open pathways to balance and clarity. She revealed that in the midst of crises, pausing allows us to gather our thoughts and maintain emotional equilibrium. It’s a fascinating concept—could this be the key to transforming our response to everyday stressors?

Political Views and Brain Structures: A Somatic Perspective

We ventured into the intriguing territory of how political views might correlate with brain structures. Citing research, Lorie explained that conservatives often have larger amygdalas, invoking stronger fight or flight responses, whereas liberals might rely on their insulas, which handle complexity. From a somatic perspective, this reframing of nervous system responses without moral judgement was particularly intriguing. The real curiosity here is, how might understanding these biological underpinnings help us navigate politically charged conversations more empathetically? It’s certainly food for thought when considering the bridges we could build through understanding and compassion.

Relational Repair: Skills for Imperfect Connection

In our dialogue on relationships, Lorie emphasised the significance of relational repair, especially amidst conflicts. It’s a universal truth—conflict is inevitable, but it’s also a profound opportunity for growth. Lorie introduced the "somatic first aid protocol" or "claim us" technique, focusing on maintaining care for everyone involved. One particularly striking yet simple method? Physically leaning back in your chair to engage different parts of the nervous system. It begs the question—how often do we practice these techniques in our relationships, and what might change if we did?

Decolonisation and Reindigenization: Reclaiming Power and Heritage

Lorie opened up about her journey towards decolonisation and reindigenization, stressing the importance of reclaiming indigenous lands and beliefs. For someone with such a rich, multifaceted heritage—American Indian, Afro, Taina, Chicana, Lipan, Apache, Texan, and Boriqua—this process is deeply personal. Lorie spoke of reconnecting with indigenous landscapes and wisdom, which is essential for healing broader societal conflicts. Do we truly understand the generational impacts of colonialism? Her insights urge us to reflect on our own identities and the histories we carry within us.

Loneliness vs. Belonging: Exploring Connection

We delved into the intricate dance between loneliness and belonging, with Lorie arguing that true aloneness is a myth due to our inherent interconnectedness. She offered perspectives on mitigating loneliness through somatic practices and community-building. Through personal stories and professional experiences, Lorie illustrated that understanding oneself through the eyes of loved ones is vital. It’s a poignant reminder—how often do we undervalue the power of community and connection in our quest for belonging?

Community Activism and Emotional Connection: Bridging Divides

Our conversation also touched upon the role of community activism in bridging divides, specifically in the context of current global tensions. Lorie spoke about her engagement with both Israelis and Palestinians in Portugal, focusing on emotional connection rather than polarising debates. This approach underscores the importance of empathy and understanding in resolving conflicts. Imagine the impact if more communities adopted this approach—could we achieve a more harmonious world?

Conclusion: Embarking on New Paths Together

Lorie's rich insights and profound wisdom left me reflecting on the various layers of connection, identity, and understanding. The concept of "Claiming Each Other" isn’t just about resolving conflict; it’s about fostering genuine human connections and embracing our shared complexities. As we wrap up this conversation, let’s ponder—how can we incorporate these lessons into our own lives? Join us on this journey of discovery and growth within the Inclusion Bites community, and let’s continue to challenge and transform the world, one conversation at a time.

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Slogans and Image Prompts

Certainly, here's a selection of slogans, soundbites, and quotes from the episode "Claiming Each Other" with associated AI image generation prompts:

1. Slogan: "Slowing Down in Urgency"

Image Prompt: "Design an AI image illustrating a serene landscape with a person sitting peacefully under a tree. The setting should evoke a sense of calm and balance amidst a chaotic backdrop, symbolising finding peace in urgency. Use soft, pastel colours with gentle lighting."

2. Soundbite: "Connect to Love"

Image Prompt: "Create an AI image of two people in a warm embrace, surrounded by a soft, glowing aura. The backdrop should be a comforting and inviting environment, perhaps a cosy home or a tranquil garden. Emphasise the emotional connection through warm colours and gentle expressions."

3. Quote: "Conflict as a Creative Force"

Image Prompt: "Generate an AI image depicting a phoenix rising from a bed of flowers, symbolising transformation and new beginnings. The image should combine elements of fire and flora to represent conflict and creativity, with a vibrant and dynamic colour palette."

4. Hashtag and Slogan: "#ClaimUs"

Image Prompt: "Design an AI image featuring diverse groups of people holding hands in a circle, symbolising unity and collective strength. The backdrop should be a bright, hopeful sky with rays of sunlight breaking through clouds, reflecting the power of community and inclusion."

5. Soundbite: "Embrace Emotional Content"

Image Prompt: "Create an AI image showing an open heart surrounded by colourful, swirling patterns. The image should communicate warmth, acceptance, and the richness of emotional experiences through vivid, emotive colours and flowing lines."

6. Quote: "Reindigenise Your Mind and Body"

Image Prompt: "Generate an AI image blending natural elements like rivers, mountains, and forests with human silhouettes meditating or engaging in traditional rituals. The landscape should depict various indigenous cultures, with a focus on harmony and connection to nature, using earthy tones and vibrant accents."

7. Slogan: "Generative Conflict"

Image Prompt: "Design an AI image of a tree with roots intertwined yet growing in different directions, symbolising how conflict can lead to growth and understanding. Use contrasting yet complementary colours to depict the branches and roots."

8. Quote: "Recognise Ancestral Connections"

Image Prompt: "Generate an AI image of a person standing on a cliff, looking out at a vast landscape filled with ghostly silhouettes of ancestors in the sky. The scene should evoke a sense of history, lineage, and connection, with a mix of earth tones and ethereal hues."

9. Hashtag and Slogan: "#SomaticFirstAid"

Image Prompt: "Create an AI image of a person in a yoga or meditation pose, surrounded by symbols of nature (like leaves, water ripples, and feather patterns) to represent somatic healing. The colours should be calming and natural, with a focus on blues and greens."

10. Soundbite: "Cultivate Balance"

Image Prompt: "Design an AI image of a balanced scale with one side holding a heart and the other side a brain, symbolising the balance between emotional and logical responses. The backdrop should be a serene scene, perhaps twilight, to convey harmony and equilibrium."

These slogans, soundbites, and quotes paired with detailed image prompts can be utilised in various merchandise to spread the message of inclusion, emotional connection, and the transformative power of conflict and ancestral wisdom discussed in the episode.

Inclusion Bites Spotlight

Lorie Solis, our guest on Claiming Each Other, this episode of The Inclusion Bites Podcast, offers profound insights into slowing down during urgency to maintain a balanced and composed response to tension. As a somatic trauma worker, body worker, educator, herbalist, and healer, Lorie brings a wealth of knowledge on fostering deeper connections and easing relational conflicts.

Lorie's unique approach, rooted in somatics, integrates the mind and body, allowing individuals to respond authentically and manage conflicts constructively. Through her work, she introduces the "somatic first aid protocol" as a tool for maintaining care during conflicts, framing them as creative forces rather than adversities.

Listeners are invited to connect with Lorie in Portugal or through her platforms at claimingeachother.org and somasantum.org, where she offers further guidance and training. Notably, Lorie announces the upcoming "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training," a 12-week course starting in January, accredited by the UK Complimentary Medical Association and available both in-person and online globally.

On this episode, Lorie delves into the somatic perspective of political views and brain structure, highlighting research suggesting differences in the amygdala and insula between conservatives and liberals. She discusses relational repair, the challenges of applying theory in practice, and the necessity of empathy in understanding opposing views. Her reflections on decolonisation and reindigenization offer a broader perspective on conflict and healing.

Join us as Lorie Solis shares her wisdom on cultivating self-awareness, managing conflict, and building resilient relationships. Tune in to explore how somatic practices can enhance inclusion and belonging in our communities.

YouTube Description

Can You Truly Manage Conflict Without Compromise?

🔥 Discover the transformative power of slowing down in moments of urgency and how it can balance tension and ease responses. In this episode of "The Inclusion Bites Podcast," host Joanne Lockwood (she/her) welcomes Lorie Solis (she/her), a somatic trauma worker and educator, to explore conflict resolution through somatic practices. How do different parts of our brain structure influence our political views? Is it possible to connect and find harmony even amidst the most intense conflicts? Lorie shares her unique "somatic first aid protocol" and dives deep into the science behind our reactions.

🌍 Key Insights:

Slowing down in urgent situations enhances emotional balancing.
Conflict as a creative force can lead to deeper connections.
Political views and brain structure: understanding without judgement.
The somatic approach to conflict management and relational repair.
Interconnections: belonging and loneliness addressed through somatic practices.

👥 Feel the Change:

Sense of Acceptance: Lorie’s perspective on belonging within her family.
Personal Journey: How ancestral connections can help bridge conflicts.
Courage and Change: Embracing paths less travelled for personal joy and healing.

⚡ Act Differently:

Engage with the "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training" starting in January.
Connect with Lorie Solis in Portugal or online to further explore these transformative practices.
Reflect on your approach to conflict and consider incorporating somatic practices into your routine.

🔗 Take Action:

Visit claimingeachother.org and somasantum.org for more resources.
Connect with Lorie on social media for regular insights and updates.
Share your thoughts on how political views influence your response to conflict and engage in a respectful discourse.

💬 Closing Takeaways:

Understanding conflict through a broader lens can foster empathy and respect.
Applying somatic practices can help align actions with core values, promoting genuine human connections.

🌟 Ready to transform how you manage conflict and cultivate inclusive relationships? Tune in now!

#InclusionBites #ConflictResolution #SomaticHealing #ClaimingEachOther #RelationalRepair #EmotionalBalance #PoliticalViews #SomaticFirstAid #EmpathyInAction #CommunityBuilding

To listen to the full episode, visit Inclusion Bites.

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10 Question Quiz

Quiz: Episode 134 - Claiming Each Other

Welcome to this quiz on Episode 134 of The Inclusion Bites Podcast, titled "Claiming Each Other," featuring Joanne Lockwood and Lorie Solis.

1. What concept does Lorie Solis discuss to manage urgent situations?
A. Running away
B. Speeding up
C. Slowing down in urgency
D. Ignoring the problem

2. Where can listeners physically connect with Lorie Solis?
A. Spain
B. United States
C. Portugal
D. Canada

3. When does the "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training" course start?
A. January
B. February
C. March
D. April

4. According to Lorie Solis, what part of the brain is more engaged in liberals, allowing for complexity management?
A. Amygdala
B. Prefrontal cortex
C. Insula
D. Hippocampus

5. What initial step does Lorie introduce in the "somatic first aid protocol" to handle conflict?
A. Connect to love
B. Assess the situation
C. Disconnect
D. Argue

6. What does Lorie Solis suggest is crucial for relational repair despite imperfect execution?
A. Perfection
B. Isolation
C. Skill development
D. Resentment

7. What does Joanne Lockwood express envy about regarding Lorie's personal connection?
A. Wealth
B. Ancestral lineage
C. Fame
D. Education

8. What societal issues did Lorie acknowledge as leading to relationship conflicts?
A. Climate change
B. Me Too, Black Lives Matter, and Pandemic
C. Technology advancements
D. Educational reforms

9. Which foreign community does Lorie Solis engage with for emotional connection and empathy?
A. Both Israelis and Palestinians
B. Egyptians and Saudis
C. Indians and Pakistanis
D. Irish and British

10. According to Lorie Solis, while living in Europe, which location does she live near that holds historical significance?
A. Battle sites of World War II
B. First colonial governor's house
C. First slave market
D. Ancient Roman ruins

Answer Key and Rationale

C. Slowing down in urgency
Rationale: Lorie discusses the importance of slowing down to ease tension in urgent situations.
C. Portugal
Rationale: Lorie invites listeners to connect with her physically in Portugal.
A. January
Rationale: The "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training" course starts in January.
C. Insula
Rationale: Solis mentions that liberals may engage the insula more, allowing for complexity management.
A. Connect to love
Rationale: The first step in the "somatic first aid protocol" introduced by Lorie is to 'connect to love.'
C. Skill development
Rationale: Lorie highlights the importance of developing skills for relational repair.
B. Ancestral lineage
Rationale: Joanne expresses envy over Lorie’s strong connection to her ancestral lineage.
B. Me Too, Black Lives Matter, and Pandemic
Rationale: Lorie acknowledges societal issues like Me Too, Black Lives Matter, and the pandemic as leading to conflicts.
A. Both Israelis and Palestinians
Rationale: Lorie engages with both Israelis and Palestinians for emotional connection and empathy.
C. First slave market
Rationale: Lorie mentions living near Europe's first slave market as part of reconciling her cultural heritage.

Summary

In Episode 134 of The Inclusion Bites Podcast, titled "Claiming Each Other," Lorie Solis discusses the importance of slowing down in urgent situations to ease tension and invites listeners to connect with her physically in Portugal. She announces the "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training," starting in January, accredited by the UK Complimentary Medical Association. Lorie explains that liberals may engage the insula more, which allows for complexity management, while the initial step in her "somatic first aid protocol" is to 'connect to love.' Skill development is crucial for relational repair despite imperfect execution, a point both Lorie and Joanne Lockwood stress. Joanne expresses envy over Lorie’s strong ancestral connection, while Lorie acknowledges that societal issues like the Me Too movement, Black Lives Matter, and the pandemic have led to relationship conflicts. Lorie actively engages with both Israelis and Palestinians in her community in Portugal for emotional connection and empathy. Living near Europe’s first slave market, Lorie focuses on reconciling her cultural heritage.

Rhyme Scheme and Rhythm Podcast Poetry

Claiming Each Other

In times of tension, slow your pace,
Find ease amidst the urgent race.
In Portugal's serene embrace,
Seek wisdom’s quiet, gentle trace.

From ancestors we draw our might,
Connected in the earth’s delight.
Decolonise the past’s dark plight,
And reignite the hidden light.

Spring sees cohorts gather near,
For training, both in far and here.
Twelve weeks to shift from fear to cheer,
With somatic aid, the path is clear.

Political minds, they differ so,
One sees threat, one lets it flow.
Insulas calm where amygdalas go,
Neurons weave the tales we know.

In conflict, lean back, don’t react in haste,
Love’s connection; none to waste.
Balance between the hearts misplaced,
Embrace the bridge where peace is traced.

Feel bound by norms, yet free to be,
Not meeting all, a wise decree.
To step away can set joy free,
A brave new path’s epiphany.

On loneliness’ dark, lonesome ground,
Where hostile seeds can oft be found,
Repair with love, let care astound,
In unity, where grace is crowned.

Cultures meld and time doth spin,
From edges where our truths begin.
Conflict faced, new joys within,
In this dance, we play and win.

Grateful thanks to Lorie Solis, for insights deep and true,
For journeys shared and wisdom’s flair, we send our thoughts to you.

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Key Learnings

Key Learning and Takeaway:

Embracing Conflict as a Means for Connection and Growth

The episode "Claiming Each Other" with guest Lorie Solis illuminates how embracing conflict as a creative and generative force can lead to more profound connections and personal growth. By adopting a somatic approach, individuals can navigate conflicts with greater ease and understanding, fostering resilience and empathy in both personal and professional relationships.

Blurbs:

Point #1: Slowing Down in Urgency
Lorie Solis emphasises the importance of taking a moment to slow down when urgency strikes. By doing so, we can bring ease and balance during tense situations, ultimately leading to more thoughtful and effective responses.

Point #2: The Neuroscience of Political Views
The discussion delves into research showing differences in brain structure between self-identified conservatives and liberals. This insight helps understand varied nervous system responses, enabling a non-judgemental approach to political and ideological conflicts.

Point #3: Somatic First Aid Training
Lorie announces the launch of her "Claiming Each Other Somatic First Aid Training," a 12-week course designed to handle generative conflict. This training will be available both in-person in Portugal and online globally, beginning in January.

Point #4: Reindigenization and Decolonisation
Lorie shares her journey of reconnecting with her indigenous heritage and the concept of reindigenization. This involves embracing native landscapes and wisdom to heal relationships and understand conflicts within a broader, interconnected context.

Book Outline

Book Outline: "Claiming Each Other: Embracing Connection through Somatic Wisdom"

Introduction:

The Essence of Connection: Introduction to the concept of somatics and its role in fostering genuine connection.
The Journey Begins: Personal journey from Texas to Portugal, setting the stage for the exploration of somatic practices.

Chapter 1: Slowing Down in Urgency

Understanding Urgency: The importance of slowing down in urgent situations to maintain balance.
Somatic Techniques for Calm: Practical steps to handle tension and respond with ease.

Chapter 2: Self-Awareness and Connection

Connecting Through Others: Understanding oneself through the perspectives of loved ones.
Managing Loneliness and Resentment: Strategies to deal with negative emotions arising from disconnection.
Relational Repair: Building skills to connect despite imperfections.

Chapter 3: Political Views and Brain Structure

The Neuroscience of Belief: Research on how brain structures influence political views and responses.
Somatic Perspective: Viewing nervous system responses without moral judgment.
Complexity Management: Embracing diversity in thought through somatic awareness.

Chapter 4: Conflict as a Creative Force

Redefining Conflict: Seeing conflict as an opportunity for growth and deeper connection.
Somatic First Aid: Introduction to the "claim us" protocol, focusing on maintaining care during conflicts.
Practical Steps: Techniques like "connect to love" and adjusting posture for conflict resolution.

Chapter 5: Navigating Societal Expectations

Constraints and Liberation: Balancing societal expectations with personal authenticity.
Joy and Courage: Finding joy in the courage to deviate from unsatisfactory paths.

Chapter 6: Conflict in Relationships

Inevitability of Conflict: Understanding conflicts as a natural part of relationships.
Diverse Perspectives: Coexisting within communities despite significant societal issues.
Community Activism: Fostering emotional connections over debates within conflicted communities.

Chapter 7: The Importance of Loneliness and Belonging

Interconnected Loneliness: Addressing loneliness through somatic practices and community-building.
Creating Community: Practical steps to build and sustain supportive communities.

Chapter 8: Embracing Ancestral Connections

Cultural Lineage and Identity: Exploring the significance of ancestry and its impact on somatic work.
Decolonisation and Reindigenisation: Reconnecting with indigenous beliefs and practices.
Ancestral Wisdom: Using historical context to inform conflict resolution and personal healing.

Chapter 9: Personal Healing and Transformation

Internalised Colonial Issues: Confronting and healing from the impacts of colonial history.
Living in Europe: Finding safety and security, and reconciling a mixed cultural heritage.
Edge Worker Identity: Embracing the identity of living on the periphery of various communities.

Conclusion: Embracing Somatic Wisdom

Summarising Insights: Recapitulation of key themes and insights from the book.
Call to Action: Encouragement to incorporate somatic practices into daily life for deeper connection and healing.

Supplementary Content:

Research for Depth: Additional scientific research to support insights.
Visual Aids: Suggested places for charts and diagrams illustrating somatic practices.
Interactive Elements: Reflection questions, exercises, and action steps to engage readers.

Title Suggestions:

"Claiming Each Other: Embracing Connection through Somatic Wisdom"
"The Somatic Path to Connection and Healing"
"Bound by Balance: Navigating Conflict with Somatic Insights"

Chapter Summaries:
Chapter 1: Strategies to slow down in urgent situations, maintaining balance and ease.
Chapter 2: Importance of understanding through others and handling loneliness.
Chapter 3: Linking political views with brain structure and somatic perspectives.
Chapter 4: Viewing conflict as an opportunity for growth through somatic first aid.
Chapter 5: Balancing societal expectations and embracing joyful courage.
Chapter 6: Managing inevitable conflicts in relationships and fostering community activism.
Chapter 7: Addressing loneliness with somatic practices and building community.
Chapter 8: Exploring cultural lineage, decolonisation, and using ancestral wisdom.
Chapter 9: Personal healing from internalised colonial issues and embracing edge worker identity.

Final Touches:

Ensuring the outline flows smoothly with coherent transitions.
Reviewing and refining based on feedback from subject matter experts.
Providing compelling chapter summaries that encapsulate each chapter's focus.

Maxims to live by…

Absolutely, here are some distilled maxims drawn from the key concepts explored:

Maxims for Inclusive Living and Conflict Resolution

Urgency Requires Patience: When faced with urgent situations, slow down to maintain balance and ease.
Value Relational Repair: Embrace the skills needed to mend relationships, even when actions are not perfectly executed.
Connect to Love First: Begin resolving conflicts by leaning into love and engaging the nervous system differently to open new possibilities.
Balance Engagement and Openness: Cultivate a balance between being engaged and being open, allowing for a pause before escalating conflicts.
Adjust Your Approach: Adapt your posture and approach based on the situation to maintain attentiveness without aggression or disinterest.
Seek Self-Awareness: Understand yourself through the perspectives of loved ones, especially when you feel lonely or disconnected.
Recognise Connection: Acknowledge that we are never truly alone due to our inherent interconnectedness.
Embrace Conflict for Growth: View conflict as an inevitable and generative force for deeper connection and personal growth.
Respect Emotional Content: Honour the emotional aspects of conflicts, especially when personhood or safety feels threatened.
Practise Somatic Awareness: Integrate mind and body wisdom to align your actions and values, achieving greater authenticity and agency.
Cultivate Compassion: Engage with diverse perspectives and build empathy, aiming for respectful discourse despite differences.
Value Ancestral Connections: Use a broader perspective to understand conflicts, recognising the importance of ancestral and cultural ties.
Address Decolonisation: Reclaim power by reconnecting with indigenous beliefs and practices, fostering healing and understanding.
Engage with Community: Build community connections to mitigate feelings of loneliness and foster a sense of belonging.
Explore Identity with Curiosity: Approach your complex ancestry and identity with curiosity, resilience, and respect for boundaries.
Recognise Societal Constructs: Be mindful of how societal expectations can conflict with personal authenticity and strive to align who you are with who you want to be.
Facilitate Generative Conflict: Train yourself in conflict management, much like emergency response, to handle and benefit from generative conflicts confidently.
Reindigenise Your Wisdom: Reconnect with indigenous landscapes and wisdom to heal relationships and understand conflicts in broader contexts.
Embrace Courage for Change: Take courageous steps away from familiar but unsatisfactory paths to seek joy and fulfilment.
Quelle Hostility with Empathy: Desire de-escalation in global or personal conflicts by engaging with both sides empathetically.

By instilling these maxims in your mindset and actions, you contribute to a more inclusive, empathetic, and deeply connected world.

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