Use this to build carousels on any topic, while following the emotional, viral, and somatic structure.

🧩 CAROUSEL STRUCTURE (8–10 Slides)

Slide 1 – 🔥 Scroll-Stopping Identity Reframe

Formula:

“You don’t need [old paradigm]. You need [somatic truth].”
Purpose: Rewire their belief and hook subconscious identity tension.

🧠 Insert example:

“You don’t need more mindset work. You need to feel safe in your body.”

Slide 2 – 🧨 Hidden Pain Mirror

Formula:

“You’ve done [accomplishment list]... but still feel [hidden tension].”
Purpose: Validate the contradiction between external success and internal dysregulation.

🧠 Insert example:

“You journal, meditate, and hustle with purpose… but still wake up tired and disconnected.”

Slide 3 – 🧊 Shame Reversal / Nervous System Normalization

Formula:

“You’re not [judgment]. You’re [somatic explanation].”
Purpose: Remove shame and install compassion.

🧠 Insert example:

“You’re not lazy — your body’s just stuck in a loop of survival.”

Slide 4 – 🫁 Somatic Check-In Prompt

Formula:

“If your [body signal] is [state], your body may be in [nervous system state].”
Purpose: Invite present-moment awareness of symptoms.

🧠 Insert example:

“If your breath is shallow and your chest is tight… your body might still feel unsafe.”

Slide 5 – 🔄 Paradigm Shift / Belief Reframe

Formula:

“[Old belief] isn’t [what they think] — it’s [truth that includes the body].”
Purpose: Flip the narrative and introduce the truth.

🧠 Insert example:

“Self-care isn’t something you earn. It’s the foundation for everything you do.”

Slide 6 – 🔬 Biology or Wisdom Drop

Formula:

“When your [biological system] feels safe, your [function/trait] returns.”
Purpose: Ground the message in science or embodied wisdom.

🧠 Insert example:

“When your nervous system feels safe, your focus, energy, and joy come back online.”

Slide 7 – 🌀 Micro Somatic CTA (Action Prompt)

Formula:

“Try this: [simple nervous-system-resetting action].”
Purpose: Move from insight to embodiment.

🧠 Insert example:

“Try this: Before you start your day, place one hand on your heart and say, ‘I’m safe now.’”

Slide 8 – 💗 Closing Truth / Identity Rewire

Formula:

“You don’t need to [perform/fix/prove]. You just need to [feel/return].”
Purpose: Land the nervous system liberation arc.

🧠 Insert example:

“You don’t need to earn rest. You were always worthy of peace.”

Slide 9 (Optional) – 💬 Engagement / Community Invite

Formula:

“Tag someone who needs this reminder.”
“What’s one thing your body is asking for today?”
Purpose: Encourage reflection, shares, and interaction.

🧠 MAGIC PROMPT: Somatic Identity Carousel Generator

Prompt:

“Turn the topic [INSERT YOUR TOPIC] into a viral Instagram carousel for high-performing, nervous system-aware women who feel burned out, dysregulated, or disconnected — despite their success. Use Rory Callaghan’s tone from ‘SelfCare: Lifestyle Medicine for the People.’ The style should be emotionally validating, heart-led, and grounded in somatic wisdom. Structure it into 8–10 slides using the following formula:

1. Slide 1 (Hook): A bold identity reframe that breaks the scroll.

‘You don’t need [old belief]. You need [somatic truth].’

2. Slide 2 (Pain Mirror): Validate the hidden emotional world behind high performance.

‘You’ve done [everything right]… but still feel [emotional struggle].’

3. Slide 3 (Shame Reversal): Dismantle self-blame with a nervous system truth.

‘You’re not [negative label]. You’re [nervous system explanation].’

4. Slide 4 (Body Awareness): Offer a somatic check-in or symptom prompt.

‘If your [body cue] feels [state]... your body might still feel unsafe.’

5. Slide 5 (Paradigm Shift): Flip an old belief and insert a somatic truth.

‘[Common assumption] isn’t [expected result] — it’s a sign your body is protecting you.’

6. Slide 6 (Science/Wisdom Drop): Share a biological or self-care insight.

‘When your [system] feels safe, your [function/trait] comes back online.’

7. Slide 7 (Micro Somatic CTA): Give a simple nervous system-resetting habit.

‘Try this: [1 actionable nervous-system-resetting step they can do today].’

8. Slide 8 (Integration): Close with an empowering, identity-rewiring truth.

‘You don’t need to [perform/fix/prove]. You just need to [feel/come home/return].’

9. Slide 9 (Optional Engagement):

‘What’s one thing your body needs today?’ or ‘Tag someone who needs this truth.’”*

🔁 Example Usage:

“Turn the topic ‘sleep that doesn’t feel restful’ into a viral Instagram carousel for high-performing, nervous system-aware women who feel burned out, dysregulated, or disconnected — despite their success…”

Prompt:
Turn the topic [INSERT YOUR TOPIC] into a viral Instagram carousel for high-performing, nervous system-aware women who feel burned out, dysregulated, or disconnected — despite their success. Use Rory Callaghan’s tone from SelfCare: Lifestyle Medicine for the People. The style should be emotionally validating, heart-led, and grounded in somatic wisdom. Structure it into 8–10 slides using the following formula:

🔹 Slide-by-Slide Formula

Slide 1 – Hook (Identity Reframe)

Formula:

“You don’t need [old belief]. You need [somatic truth].”
Goal: Break the scroll with a bold identity shift.

Slide 2 – Pain Mirror (Hidden Emotional World)

Formula:

“You’ve done [everything right]... but still feel [emotional struggle].”
Goal: Reflect their lived contradiction of success + dysregulation.

Slide 3 – Shame Reversal (Compassionate Truth)

Formula:

“You’re not [negative label]. You’re [nervous system explanation].”
Goal: Transform self-blame into nervous system understanding.

Slide 4 – Body Awareness (Somatic Check-In)

Formula:

“If your [body cue] feels [state]... your body might still feel unsafe.”
Goal: Prompt present-moment embodiment and curiosity.

Slide 5 – Paradigm Shift (Belief Flip)

Formula:

“[Common assumption] isn’t [expected result] — it’s a sign your body is protecting you.”
Goal: Flip the script. Offer a grounded somatic reframe.

Slide 6 – Science/Wisdom Drop (Insight)

Formula:

“When your [system] feels safe, your [function/trait] comes back online.”
Goal: Add biological truth or somatic science to deepen trust.

Slide 7 – Micro Somatic CTA (Action Prompt)

Formula:

“Try this: [1 simple, nervous-system-resetting step].”
Goal: Transition from awareness to embodied integration.

Slide 8 – Integration (Empowering Identity Reframe)

Formula:

“You don’t need to [perform/fix/prove]. You just need to [feel/come home/return].”
Goal: Land the transformation. Reclaim somatic wholeness.

Slide 9 – (Optional Engagement Prompt)

Options:

“What’s one thing your body needs today?”
“Tag someone who needs this reminder.”
“Save this for when your mind won’t slow down.”

🧠 HOW TO USE:

1. Choose your topic (e.g. sleep, boundaries, people-pleasing, control, productivity).
2. Follow each slide formula to map your story to their nervous system experience.
3. Write with feeling. Keep each slide short, punchy, and emotionally resonant.
4. Bonus: Pair with grounded visuals, gentle colors, and slow pacing for maximum effect.