Reclaiming Self-Worth and Purpose with Author, Coach & Teacher Sunflower Medicine

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In this transformative episode of The Fully Mindful, host Melissa Chureau welcomes Sunflower Medicine, a renowned author, coach, and teacher, to discuss the journey of self-love, mindfulness, and expanded consciousness. Sunflower shares her deeply personal story of healing after a cancer diagnosis and how it led her to integrate mind, body, and spirit into her work. Her latest book, 21 Days of Self-Love and Mindfulness, serves as a practical guide to reclaiming self-worth and cultivating a life of presence and purpose.

Through powerful insights, Sunflower explores the challenges of living from the head versus the heart, the role of plant medicine in healing, and how simple yet profound practices like breathwork, yoga, and journaling can transform our lives. Whether you're a seasoned yogi, a high-achieving CEO, or simply someone searching for deeper meaning, this conversation offers invaluable wisdom to help you reconnect with your authentic self.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Sunflower Medicine’s cancer diagnosis became a catalyst for self-discovery and healing.
• The hidden blocks—fear, obligation, and guilt—that prevent us from prioritizing self-love.
• The power of integrating mind, body, and spirit for true transformation.
• Why mindfulness and self-compassion are essential, especially in high-pressure environments.
• How plant medicine, including ayahuasca, played a role in Sunflower’s healing journey.
• Simple yet effective mindfulness practices to incorporate into daily life.
• Why energy is our most valuable currency and how to manage it wisely.

Key Quotes from Sunflower Medicine:

• “I thought I was living a successful life until my body said no. That was my wake-up call.”
• “We don’t have to wait for pain to force us into transformation—we can choose self-awareness now.”
• “Clearing the FOG—Fear, Obligation, and Guilt—allows us to step into our true selves.”
• “You don’t need permission to prioritize yourself. Your energy is your most valuable resource.”

Connect with Sunflower Medicine: 🌻 Website: www.sunflowermedicine.com
📖 Books: 21 Days of Self-Love and Mindfulness & Midlife Medicine (available on Amazon)
🌿 Instagram: @sunflowermedicine

Resources & Recommendations:

• Dr. Joe Dispenza – Meditation and healing research
• Dr. Gabor Maté – The link between emotions and disease
• Jack Kornfield’s After the Ecstasy, the Laundry – On integrating mindfulness into daily life
• The Fully Mindful’s Guided Meditations – Available Here

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