Are you struggling with loneliness or feeling disconnected from yourself and others? In this transformative episode, we sit down with Dr. Shiv Dawson, South Africa's first integrative psychiatrist, to explore the neurobiology of loneliness, the power of shadow work, and the role of the root chakra in grounding us to the earth.

Discover how self-connection and emotional healing can help you move from isolation to empowerment. Dr. Dawson shares practical grounding practices, insights into holistic healing, and spiritual perspectives to help you reconnect with yourself and others.

Join us as we unpack the difference between loneliness and solitude, the importance of inner work, and why meaningful human connection is key to mental and spiritual well-being.

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (02:01) - Exploring the Epidemic of Loneliness
• (03:00) - The Toxicity of Loneliness
• (05:14) - Loneliness, Social Isolation & Solitude
• (08:54) - Understanding Loneliness from a Nuerobiological Perspective
• (11:37) - Loneliness is Contagious
• (13:11) - Loneliness and Disconnection
• (14:51) - The Role of Self-Connection and Spirituality
• (18:59) - Loneliness and Depression
• (26:06) - Spiritual Perspective on Loneliness
• (31:41) - Navigating Relationships and Personal Boundaries
• (38:10) - Loneliness, Addiction and Rejection
• (41:29) - Embracing Solitude and Shadow Work
• (46:21) - Exploring Shadow-Work
• (52:15) - Exploring Self Rejection
• (54:31) - Embracing Solitude and Inner Dialogue
• (59:55) - Loneliness and Negative Thoughts
• (01:08:34) - Shiv's Journey to Holistic Practice
• (01:16:54) - Acknowledging Loneliness
• (01:19:56) - Shiv's Current Work
• (01:25:13) - Spiritual Bypassing
• (01:29:51) - David Whyte's Poem

Dr. Shiv Dawson's bio:
Name: Dr. Shiv Dawson
Transformational Psychiatrist

About: Siobhan, or Dr Shiv, is a Transformational Psychiatrist who inspires leaders, communities of influence and impact-driven individuals.
She supports them to heal gracefully and evolve into their next level of success through functional medicine, biohacking optimisation, and spiritual evolution.
With 20 years of experience, Dr Shiv pursues mental wellness and vitality for her clients, bridging the gap between science and mysticism.
Her vision is for humanity to achieve a purposeful and enlightened way of living.

Credentials:
MBChB (Medical Degree UCT)
MRCPsych (Psychiatry Specialisation London)
Internship Training Oxford Deanery
Integrative Medicine Diploma (Cape Town 2014)
Functional Medicine AFMCP ( Cape Town 2014)
Functional Medicine (Institute Functional Medicine USA);
Personal Performance Certificate in Life Coaching (Coaching Academy London 2008)
Advanced Diploma in Hypnotherapy Austin Technique London 2003
Member of IMMH www.immh.org
Member of SASIM www.integrativemedicine.co.za
Member of Inategy Ascension Business school www.leighjane.woodgate.com
Entheogenic (psychedelic) facilitation. Initiation with Cathy Coyle.
Breathwork & sound healing

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