Where Your Focus Goes: Perception, Presence & the Power to Choose

In this expansive episode of In Your Element, Kathleen Kenneally goes far beyond the buzzword of “manifestation” to unpack the deeper forces at play in how we shape our lives. Through heartfelt reflection and grounded wisdom, she explores how perception, attention, and emotional awareness influence not just what we attract—but how we move through the world. Drawing from her work with patients and her own journey, Kathleen shows how discomfort can be a portal to healing, and how our reactions often stem from unresolved past wounds that still live within us.

Kathleen invites us to “pay attention to what you’re paying attention to”—a guiding phrase that reveals how much power we have to shift our experience simply by noticing where our focus rests. From the mirror of other people to the stories we tell ourselves about pain or conflict, she encourages listeners to see discomfort not as something to avoid, but as an opportunity for transformation. She also shares practical tools, like her playful “Where are your feet?” grounding exercise and the calming practice of box breathing, to bring listeners back into their bodies and back into the present moment.

This episode is both a reality check and a love note for anyone stuck in reactive loops, navigating relational triggers, or seeking clarity about the energy they’re putting into the world. Kathleen reminds us that perception isn’t passive—it’s participatory. And with choice comes power: the power to soften, to realign, and to return to love as often as possible. For more insight, healing support, or to book a session, visit kenneallyacupuncture.com.