In this episode, Shawn and Karen discuss the role of curiosity, trial and error, and external focus in learning and movement. They use Karen's son's experience of learning to walk as an example of how the body naturally learns and adapts. They explore the concept of flashlighting and floodlighting attention, and how our attentional system affects our movement. They also discuss the importance of play and the impact of safety and belonging on learning and development. In this conversation, Sha...

SummaryIn this episode, Shawn and Karen discuss the concept of Becoming mBODYed and its importance in the performing arts. They explore how safety and belonging are central to this work and how it can help artists thrive. They also delve into the topics of perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and the continual learning mindset. The conversation highlights the need for personal development and self-connection alongside mastering the craft. Overall, the episode emphasizes the power of becoming emb...

In this episode, Shawn and Karen continue discussing embodied belonging and its impact on creativity. They explore the importance of recognizing and valuing one's unique voice and creative output before seeking validation from others. They also discuss how to find balance between learning and encouraging creativity, and how to reconnect with one's deep why. Shawn explains the concept of creative embodiment and shares practical strategies for cultivating a healthy relationship with the body an...

"Movement is the direct pathway from imagination to performance. For reasons we may not be able to explain, these pathways get blocked. Becoming mBODYed will help you open these pathways, leading you to find the authentic expression of your creativity and imagination."In this episode, Shawn Copeland and Karen Cubides discuss the concept of belonging and its role in cultivating embodied creativity. They explore how our nervous system and beliefs can create blocks in our movement and creative p...

In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn Copeland and guest Karen Cubides discuss the concept of belonging and its connection to Shawn's personal story. Shawn shares his journey of self-discovery and finding his place in various communities, from his Southern family to the music world. He also talks about his experience with a career-ending injury and how it led him to start his own business, mBODYed. The conversation explores the importance of safety, authenticity, and cre...

Announcing the Podcast!Becoming mBODYed is a production of and copyrighted by mBODYed, LLC, 2024. www.mbodyed.comFollow me at https://www.instagram.com/mbodyed/ and https://www.facebook.com/shawn.copeland1/.The intro and exit music is Dark Matter by Carlos Velez, recorded by Tosca Duo on their CD Dimensions. A link to Carlos’s music is available at https://composercarlosvelez.wixsite.com/carlosvelezmusic/about-me.