{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Alt|Life ","title":"Transform Loneliness to Greatness: Healing Through Shadow Work, Solitude, and Connection w/ Dr. Shiv Dawson","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/bd438d5b\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":5511,"description":"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.\nDiscover 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.\nJoin 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.\nFollow us on:\nInstagram: @altlifeZA\nTiktok: @altlife.podcast\nDr. Shiv Dawson's bio:\nName: Dr. Shiv Dawson\nTransformational Psychiatrist\nAbout: Siobhan, or Dr Shiv, is a Transformational Psychiatrist who inspires leaders, communities of influence and impact-driven individuals.\nShe supports them to heal gracefully and evolve into their next level of success through functional medicine, biohacking optimisation, and spiritual evolution.\nWith 20 years of experience, Dr Shiv pursues mental wellness and vitality for her clients, bridging the gap between science and mysticism.\nHer vision is for humanity to achieve a purposeful and enlightened way of living.\nCredentials: \nMBChB (Medical Degree UCT)\nMRCPsych (Psychiatry Specialisation London)\nInternship Training Oxford Deanery\nIntegrative Medicine Diploma (Cape Town 2014)\nFunctional Medicine AFMCP ( Cape Town 2014)\nFunctional Medicine (Institute Functional Medicine USA);\nPersonal Performance Certificate in Life Coaching (Coaching Academy London 2008)\nAdvanced Diploma in Hypnotherapy Austin Technique London 2003\nMember of IMMH www.immh.org\nMember of SASIM www.integrativemedicine.co.za\nMember of Inategy Ascension Business school www.leighjane.woodgate.com\nEntheogenic...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/FaPtkw6dKEYAe52oVhmLSvNicrzMbZo9LYBC999Z274/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNjdj/NDEyZWIxNjVjY2I1/NmY3NWQxMDVjNTVl/Yjc0NC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}