Natalie Audelo

@natalieaudelo

designing social architecture and community experiences that build trust, generate creativity, and encourage authentic human connection. exploring the healing power of play, movement, music and other integrative practices.

“I think the reason there’s such good juicy kitchen gossip, and so much connection happens in the kitchen, is because you are usually kind of doing something repetitive, and that releases something in your mind that creates a space that doesn’t just reside in the brain, but also is something that becomes part of the body. And how often do we do tha... See more
from Notes & Highlights for How We Show Up by Mia Birdsong
the art of gathering
I want to do x, so why can’t I?

For many months now (as you could tell by my silence) I have had the hardest time prioritizing the thing that’s important to me. Writing. Not just here publicly but also my own personal writing that happens in the early morning when my brain’s rested but fuzzy and supple and things spill out with ease, or late at nig... See more
from The rhododendron and I share a vintage
so relatable
Each of us carries the weight of histories, the brilliance of stars, and the mysteries of the universe within our very essence. Think of the vastness of the cosmos, its infinite wonders, and complexities. Now realize that same boundless energy is mirrored within you. Your passions, dreams, fears, and hopes are as expansive and deep as the galaxies that twinkle in the night sky. By embracing this cosmic connection, you're not only acknowledging your importance in the grand tapestry of existence but also unlocking the boundless potential that lies within. The universe isn't just around you; it's within you. Every choice, every emotion, every dream is a testament to that cosmic legacy. 2 days left to enroll in the Transformational Human Design Reader Certification. Dm Transformation to get on the early bird price and complimentary bonuses✨
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A brand is not an object. It’s not something you can simply define in words or pictures, put away and take out to reference every so often. A true brand is a living thing—like a person. A fusion of motivations and beliefs, personality and purpose, appearance and actions, that continually defines and reveals itself through every interaction and poin... See more
from Adopt
Anxiety, of which worry is a component, is essentially just unfocused fear.
from How to Worry Less and Be Happier by Arthur C. Brooks
loving the process
When a manager assigns a team a difficult but achievable job, the moderate stress of the task releases neurochemicals, including oxytocin and adrenocorticotropin, that intensify people’s focus and strengthen social connections. When team members need to work together to reach a goal, brain activity coordinates their behaviors efficiently. But this ... See more
from The Neuroscience of Trust by Paul J. Zak
how to build trust
Something that helps me dispel confusion or feelings of resistance in my body is listening to "The Pearl Dive," a 30-minute guided imagery journey created by Dr. Rosalind Watts. This meditation prompts me to dive deep into my body and away from my thoughts, uncovering buried emotions and desires that I have yet to shine light on. It amazes me that ... See more
from Walk and Talk/Close.city/The Pearl Dive
digital xanax
When have I felt most joyful this year and what steps can I take to recreate those conditions?
from 3-2-1: On creating the conditions for joy, how to go to hell, and the simple way to clarify your thinking
good questions

from Notes & Highlights for How We Show Up by Mia Birdsong

from The rhododendron and I share a vintage

from Adopt

from How to Worry Less and Be Happier by Arthur C. Brooks

from The Neuroscience of Trust by Paul J. Zak

from Walk and Talk/Close.city/The Pearl Dive

from 3-2-1: On creating the conditions for joy, how to go to hell, and the simple way to clarify your thinking