Epi 24: “The Magic of Earth: Grounding, Growth, and Sacred Reciprocity | Part 1 of the Elements Series”

On The Rebel Clinicians Podcast continues its 4-part series on the Elements with Part 1: Earth--an exploration of grounding, belonging, and the sacred relationship between body, spirit, and the land we stand on.

In this thoughtful and personal conversation, hosts Alex Runolfson and John Cottrell reflect on how the element of Earth shows up in clinical work, yoga, spirituality, and everyday life. From planting seeds of intention to honoring ancient traditions, they share personal stories, rituals, and practices that draw on Earth as a powerful force of nourishment, transformation, and stability.

Alex recounts a life-changing Earth burial ceremony rooted in the Dagara tradition, while John shares his yoga-based grounding techniques and insights into the Hindu goddess Kali as a fierce yet compassionate force of renewal. Together, they explore how clinicians and healers can weave Earth energy into their spaces and sessions--through physical rituals, symbolic gestures, or simply tending to a plant on the windowsill.

This episode also includes a guided Earth meditation to help you transform stuck energy and reconnect to what supports you.

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Returning listener? Download this week's episode and take a moment to ground yourself with us.

Epi 23: “The Rebel Clinician Archetypes: Discover Your Unique Healing Style”

In this week's episode of The Rebel Clinicians Podcast, airing May 19, co-hosts Alex Runolfson and John Cottrell are pulling back the curtain on the powerful world of archetypes--those timeless patterns of behavior, personality, and purpose that show up in both our personal lives and professional practices. From Carl Jung's classic 12 archetypes to The Rebel Clinician's own expanded framework, Alex and John unpack how these themes can help therapists, healers, and coaches better understand themselves and their clients.

You'll meet the Rebel, Shaman, Alchemist, Creator, Mystic, and more--each one offering unique strengths, challenges, and approaches to healing. Whether you're guiding someone through trauma, launching a creative project, or stepping into leadership, there's an archetype to support your journey.

Alex shares how these identities shape his work as a trauma therapist and visionary, while John reflects on his path as a yoga teacher, caregiver, and creator. Together, they explore how recognizing your core archetype--and the ones that lie in the background--can transform the way you show up in your work, relationships, and inner life.

New to the show? Be sure to subscribe to The Rebel Clinicians Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. New episodes drop every Monday, bringing you thoughtful conversation, radical reflection, and a little bit of rebellion in every session.

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Epi 24: “The Magic of Earth: Grounding, Growth, and Sacred Reciprocity | Part 1 of the Elements Series”

The Rebel Clinicians Podcast continues its 4-part series on the Elements with Part 1: Earth--an exploration of grounding, belonging, and the sacred relationship between body, spirit, and the land we stand on.

In this thoughtful and personal conversation, hosts Alex Runolfson and John Cottrell reflect on how the element of Earth shows up in clinical work, yoga, spirituality, and everyday life. From planting seeds of intention to honoring ancient traditions, they share personal stories, rituals, and practices that draw on Earth as a powerful force of nourishment, transformation, and stability.

Alex recounts a life-changing Earth burial ceremony rooted in the Dagara tradition, while John shares his yoga-based grounding techniques and insights into the Hindu goddess Kali as a fierce yet compassionate force of renewal. Together, they explore how clinicians and healers can weave Earth energy into their spaces and sessions--through physical rituals, symbolic gestures, or simply tending to a plant on the windowsill.

This episode also includes a guided Earth meditation to help you transform stuck energy and reconnect to what supports you.

New to the podcast? Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to catch new episodes every Monday.

Returning listener? Download this week's episode and take a moment to ground yourself with us.