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In this episode of Explaining History, Nick continues his exploration of the Chinese Cultural Revolution through the lens of Tania Branigan's Red Memory. We examine Mao Zedong's complex relationship with the youth of China—how he mobilized them as revolutionary shock troops, only to discard them when they became a threat to order.We delve into the "Down to the Countryside" movement, where 17 million urban teenagers were sent to remote villages to "learn from the peasants." Nick explores the ideological motivations behind this mass displacement: Mao's belief that the younger generation was being softened by "sugar-coated bullets" of bourgeois comfort and needed to be re-forged through hard labour.From the boredom that followed the initial revolutionary fervour to the lasting trauma (and surprising nostalgia) of the "sent-down youth," this episode unpacks the human cost of Mao's permanent revolution.Plus: A recap of our first masterclass and details on the upcoming session on Post-War America (1945-74) on February 15th!For Ad free episodes:Join us on PatreonKey Topics:The Red Guards: From revolutionary zeal to boredom and disillusionment.Down to the Countryside: Why Mao sent 17 million teenagers to live with peasants.Ideological purity: The fear of "revisionism" and the need for constant struggle.Memory and Trauma: How the "lost generation" reconciles their past with modern China.Explaining History helps you understand the 20th Century through critical conversations and expert interviews. We connect the past to the present. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share.▸ Support the Show & Get Exclusive ContentBecome a Patron: patreon.com/explaininghistory▸ Join the Community & Continue the ConversationFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/ExplainingHistoryPodcastSubstack: theexplaininghistorypodcast.substack.com▸ Read Articles & Go DeeperWebsite: explaininghistory.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, I'm talking to Amber Trejo, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in complex trauma and attachment, about what might be under the perfectionism, shame, and self-loathing. Amber explains how complex trauma often forms when there was never a true baseline of safety growing up, how, while it can be painful to realize we might hurt our kids, the repair matters FAR more than perfection, and so much more.Healing from complex trauma and things like perfectionism, shame, and self-loathing doesn't start with “being better,” it starts with awareness, curiosity, and support. Whether that's therapy, learning, or simply beginning to ask yourself gentler questions, please know you are not broken, and you are NOT alone!In this episode, we cover:Amber's journey into understanding & working with complex traumaWhat complex trauma (C-PTSD) is + how growing up without a baseline of safety impacts the nervous systemThe key difference between PTSD and complex traumaHow emotional neglect often goes unrecognized, even in childhoods that felt “good”Why shame is central to complex trauma + how it often shows upHow complex trauma affects relationships, conflict & nervous system capacityWhy repair matters more than perfection in parentingHow to support yourself + loved ones when navigating complex trauma Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/under-the-perfectionism Connect with Amber:Follow on Instagram @integrativetraumatherapistConnect on FacebookFollow on TikTokCheck out her websiteSend her an email at ambie0406@gmail.com Connect with Terryn:Follow on Instagram @terryn.drielingCheck out my websiteSend me an email at

In today's episode, you're going to hear a conversation that will help you find meaning again - especially if you've been feeling lost, stuck, stretched thin, or quietly wondering, “Does any of this even matter?” Joining Mel is Ocean Vuong - one of the most acclaimed writers of our time and the bestselling author of On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous. His newest book, The Emperor of Gladness, moved Mel so deeply she knew she had to bring him on the podcast - because Ocean has a rare gift: he puts words to feelings you've had, but never knew how to say out loud. Ocean is an award-winning poet, a MacArthur Fellowship “Genius Grant” recipient, and a professor at NYU. He writes and speaks about grief, love, identity, hardship, and hope with an honesty that doesn't just hit… it stays with you. This episode is an invitation to pause, reset, and reconnect with yourself. It will help you stop judging where you are, release the pressure you're carrying, and remember that you don't need to become someone else to be worthy - or to build a meaningful life. Even if you've never read Ocean's work, this conversation will feel like someone finally handed you the words you've been searching for. In this episode, you'll learn: -How to find meaning even when you're behind in life -How to move through grief without shutting down and let beauty exist alongside pain -Why chasing who you “should” be is keeping you stuck and how to come back to yourself -How to reconnect with yourself when you've been in survival mode for too long -How to feel calmer and more grounded when life feels uncertain - How to reprogram your mind for more positive thinking By the end of this episode, you'll feel more hopeful, more centered, and more at peace with where you are - with permission to be exactly who you are, right now. For more resources related to today's episode, click here for the podcast episode page.  If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Why You Feel Lost in Life: Dr. Gabor Maté on Trauma & How to HealConnect with Mel:   Order Mel's new product, Pure Genius ProteinGet Mel's newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel's #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textPeople love to ask a woman in an abusive relationship, “Why doesn't she just leave?”But leaving is not always safety. Sometimes it's the most dangerous step she can take, emotionally, physically, and even spiritually.In this powerful episode of The Dimple Bindra Show, we unpack what really happens inside an abusive, narcissistic relationship… and why so many women stay far longer than they want to.I'm joined by Dana S. Diaz, bestselling, award-winning author of the memoir trilogy Gasping for Air, Choking on Shame, and Rising from the Ashes. She's also a global speaker, podcast host, and one of the most sought-after guests of 2024, appearing on nearly 300 podcasts worldwide.Dana's story is one of survival, silence, awakening, and reclaiming her life after 25 years with a narcissistic, abusive partner.Together, we explore:Why leaving an abusive partner can actually be the most dangerous momentHow love bombing, apology cycles, and manipulation trap women in emotional quicksandWhy silence becomes survival and why that's not weakness, but traumaHow childhood abuse and neglect set women up to repeat the same relationships in adulthoodThe neuroscience behind why we are drawn to familiar painHow psychological abuse becomes physical violenceWhy women self-blame, self-silence, and stay even when their body is breaking downThe physical healing that began the moment he left the houseHow healthy love later triggered her old trauma patternsWhy self-sabotage shows up in safe relationshipsHow rebuilding trust in yourself is the foundation of rebuilding your lifeIf something moved in your chest or your gut while listening, that's not just a podcast moment, that's your soul saying: We're ready now.You don't have to heal in silence anymore.

Episode Description:In this heartfelt episode of The Round Table, we gently explore how joy returns after trauma—not as loud celebration, but as quiet, sacred moments that meet us exactly where we are. Through deeply personal stories, spiritual reflections, and the wisdom gained from loss, healing, and a loyal dog named Rocky, this conversation reminds us that joy is not something we earn—it is something that walks beside us.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why joy often returns softly after traumaHow to recognize signs and “tiny miracles” in everyday lifeThe role of trust, faith, and the Divine in healingHow daily rituals and mindful presence invite joyWhat animals can teach us about living fully in the momentWhy joy is a companion to healing—not a reward for suffering.Key Takeaway:We talk about recognizing signs from the universe, trusting the Divine, and cultivating daily rituals that open us to grace, even in seasons of pain. If you've ever felt disconnected from joy or unsure how to move forward after trauma, this episode offers gentle guidance, compassion, and hope.Joy doesn't require perfection or resolution. It requires presence. Even one quiet breath can be enough to begin again.Listener Reflection:What small moment brought you comfort today? A feather, a breath, a kind word—notice it. It matters.Share your thoughts with us.Join us in empowering one million women worldwide to embrace their strength and grace. Together, let's declare our identities as women of power and inspire one another to shine! ♥️For One on One Consultations: Want to go deeper? I offer 1:1 transformational coaching, sacred space-holding, and intuitive mentorship for women ready to embody their highest path.Schedule a 30-minute consultation: https://www.mensimah.com/harmony-consult or send Email to: agapect@mensimah.com.Subscribe: Join our Reflective/Inner Work Platform "Compose A New Narrative" at:https:www.patreon.com/mensimahshabazzphd Contact Links: Website: https://www.mensimah.comInstagram: @mensimahshabazzphdYouTube: @mensimahsroundtableShop:

Send us a textIn this powerful episode of the Spiritual Spotlight Series, Rachel Garrett sits down with Stephanie James — psychotherapist, filmmaker, author, and transformational guide — for a deeply honest conversation about healing, personal responsibility, and reclaiming your authentic power.Stephanie shares her personal journey from a seemingly “perfect” childhood to profound loss, emotional rupture, and ultimately, deep inner transformation. Together, Rachel and Stephanie explore why true healing doesn't come from bypassing pain — but from meeting it with presence, compassion, and courage.This episode dives into:The dangers of spiritual bypassing and why positivity alone doesn't heal traumaHow dreams act as a direct line to the subconscious and soul wisdomReclaiming personal power through inner work, self-care, and emotional responsibilityHealing trauma without abandoning yourselfWhy authenticity is the gateway to fulfillment, purpose, and aligned relationshipsHow your healing ripples outward and impacts the collectiveStephanie brings grounded psychological insight together with spiritual depth, reminding us that healing isn't about fixing yourself — it's about remembering who you are beneath the conditioning.If you're on a spiritual path and craving real integration, emotional truth, and embodied healing (not spiritual fluff), this conversation will meet you right where you are — and gently call you forward.✨ Tune in and let this episode support you in reclaiming your inner authority, honoring your truth, and allowing your healing to become a light for others. Support the show

Content warning: This episode includes discussion of severe trauma, abuse (including sexual abuse), dissociation, and suicidal ideation. Please take care while listening and pause if needed.In today's episode, Robyn is joined by therapist, author, and adoptive parent Sally Maslansky to explore dissociative identity disorder through the lens of interpersonal neurobiology, attachment, and compassion. Together, they unpack how even the most confusing and baffling behaviors- ours and our children's - can be understood as brilliant adaptations rooted in survival.In this episode, you'll hear about:Why dissociative identity disorder can be understood as a brilliant adaptation to overwhelming early traumaHow making sense of our own histories (especially implicit memory and attachment wounds) changes the way we parent and repair ruptures with our kids.What it looks like, in real life, to heal through connection, compassion, and feeling truly felt- and how these experiences invite our attachment systems to move toward securityResources Mentioned on the PodcastA Brilliant Adaptation by Sally MaslanskyVirtual event with Sally Maslansky hosted by GAINS on January 21Sally Maslansky, LMFT with Daniel J. Siegel, MD- UCLA Friends of Semel Institute on March 11Psychotherapy Networker Symposium- Live in Washington D.C. & Online March 19-21Read the full transcript at: https://RobynGobbel.com/brilliantadaptations:::Register for the F R E E Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior webinar on February 3. Choose from 10am eastern, 8pm eastern, or just watch the recording.Register Here ---> RobynGobbel.com/webinar I would love to have you join me this March in Durango, CO for a 3-day, retreat style workshop: Presence in Practice: An experiential workshop into the neurobiology of how change happens.All details and registration ------> https://RobynGobbel.com/DurangoRegister by January 31 for $25 off! :::Grab a copy of USA Today Best Selling book Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors robyngobbel.com/bookJoin us in The Club for more support! robyngobbel.com/TheClubSign up on the waiting list for the 2027 Cohorts of the Baffling Behavior Training Institute's Immersion Program for Professionals robyngobbel.com/ImmersionFollow Me On:FacebookInstagram Over on my website you can find:Webinar and eBook on Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior (FREE)eBook on The Brilliance of Attachment (FREE)LOTS & LOTS of FREE ResourcesOngoing support, connection, and co-regulation for struggling parents: The ClubYear-Long Immersive & Holistic Training Program for Parenting Professionals: The Baffling Behavior Training Institute's (BBTI) Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With)

In this episode, you will discover:What moral injury isSigns of having a moral injuryThe spiritual perspectiveHow it differs from burnout, shame and traumaHow competence plays into thisIntegrating and healingWhy moral injury shows that your values are intactReconnecting with present valuesFeeling a need for atonementYou are more than your worst momentNext Sunday's Topic: Your Angels Want You To Give Yourself GraceThe Angel Room is a weekly podcast- A place for those who love angels and want to know more about them. Enjoy spiritual, healing, personal growth, enlightening and empowering topics. Named one of the top 10 Healing With Angels Podcasts in 2025 by PlayerFM.Named one of Top 10 Best Angel Podcasts by Feedspot. ListenNotes.com ranks it in the top 3% of most popular shows globally. Host, Ivory LaNoue is a respected angel communicator based in central Arizona. She is also the author of Let Your Angels Lead, Archangel Sachiel's Guide to Abundance and other spirituality books. Learn more on her website.You can learn more about Ivory and her services at IvoryAngelic.com.Email: ivoryangelic@outlook.comYouTube Channel: Ivory LaNoue

In today's episode, I'm joined by Marie Lasron Bursch, a Christian practitioner who specializes in brainspotting—a powerful, body-based therapeutic approach that helps access and heal trauma stored deep in the nervous system.If you've ever felt like you know the truth in your head but your body and emotions won't catch up, this conversation is for you.Together, we explore:What brainspotting actually is and how you can use it to unlock traumaHow brainspotting differs from EMDR, talk therapy, and traditional counseling, and why it can be so effective when words fall shortThe connection between trauma, the body, and the brain, and how brainspotting helps release emotional patterns that have been “stuck” for yearsIntegrating faith and neuroscience—how prayer, the Holy Spirit, and biblical truth work beautifully alongside brainspotting for deeper emotional and spiritual healingThis episode is especially powerful for believers who desire freedom not just intellectually, but somatically—in their bodies, emotions, and spirit. Healing is not only possible… it's available.Connect with Marie: Marie (Larson) BurschLife Consultant/BrainspotterMarie@vibrantlifeconsulting.comwww.vibrantlifeconsulting.com651-324-4799

Epi 344What if the real transformation after weight loss surgery isn't physical — but mental? In this deeply honest and empowering episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast, therapist and bariatric patient Kristen French reveals the emotional side of WLS no one talks about — and how to retrain your brain after surgery.If you've ever struggled with emotional eating, self-sabotage, or feeling disconnected from your post-op body — this episode is for you.

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Grab your tissues and pull up on that yellow strap—J.B. and Eddie are back in the vault! After a brief hiatus, the duo returns to kick off 2026 by diving into the "not-so-great" years of Disney history with a deep dive into the 2007 emotional rollercoaster, Bridge to Terabithia. In this episode, J.B. and Eddie share their first-time reactions to the film, exploring why neither of them saw it during its original release. They discuss:Behind the Scenes: The unique connection between the film's screenplay and the original book's author. A "Slow Burn" Experience: Their thoughts on the film's gradual build-up of magic and imagination versus its heavy realism. Heavy Themes: An honest look at the "layering effect" of the movie's most difficult topics, from intense school bullying and parental wounds to religious confusion and, of course, that devastating ending. Nostalgia & Trauma: How the film captures the raw, often "mean" reality of childhood in a way few Disney movies dare to. Whether you're revisiting this childhood classic or hearing about it for the first time, join the guys for their signature blend of Disney nostalgia and therapy-session-level analysis. Warning: This episode contains major spoilers for Bridge to Terabithia (and one very specific Harry Potter spoiler).

In this episode, you're getting the best of the best of The Mel Robbins Podcast. These are the 9 moments people couldn't stop talking about this year. In 2025, Mel released 106 episodes of the podcast and featured 75 experts who shared their transformative insights on health, relationships, mindset, and more. Together, this adds up to thousands of takeaways. Because your time is valuable, Mel is giving you a gift today: She and her team crunched the data, reviewed hundreds of hours of content, analyzed listener feedback, and pinpointed the moments you saved, replayed, and wrote about – the moments that made people sit up straighter, breathe deeper, and whisper, “Oh… that explains everything.” Whether you're new to the podcast, are figuring out which episodes to listen to next, or want to hear the most impactful advice summarized, today's episode is for you. These 9 ideas changed something in how you see yourself, how you heal, how you eat, how you love, how you relate to your family, and what you believe is still possible for your life. If you're ready for the kind of insight that rearranges how you think and how you live, start with these 9 moments people couldn't stop talking about – including the #1 most-shared episode of the entire year on both Spotify and Apple Podcasts. This episode is the cheat sheet for the level-up in life you have been looking for. Want more from these experts? Check out the full episodes here: Jay Shetty: A Process for Finding Purpose: Do THIS to Build the Life You Want | Apple | Spotify | YouTubeDanielle Bayard Jackson: It's Not You: The Real Reason Adult Friendship Is So Hard & 3 Ways to Make It Easier | Apple | Spotify | YouTubeDr. Dawn Mussallem: Mayo Clinic Cancer Doctor: 5 Foods That Heal the Body, Starve Cancer, & Prevent Disease | Apple | Spotify | YouTubeVanessa Marin: Your Guide to Better Sex, Intimacy, & Love From a World-Leading Sex Therapist | Apple | Spotify | YouTubeJason Wilson: The Real Reason Boys and Men Are Quietly Giving Up & What They Need to Hear | Apple | Spotify | YouTubeDr. Stacy Sims: The Body Reset: How Women Should Eat & Exercise for Health, Fat Loss, & Energy | Apple | Spotify | YouTubeDr. Vonda Wright: Look, Feel, & Stay Young Forever: #1 Orthopedic Surgeon's Proven Protocol | Apple | Spotify | YouTubeDr. Gabor Mate: Why You Feel Lost in Life: Dr. Gabor Maté on Trauma & How to Heal | Apple | Spotify | YouTubeBryan Stevenson: This Conversation Will Change Your Life: Do This to Find Purpose & Meaning | Apple | Spotify | YouTubeFor more resources related to today's episode, click here for the podcast episode page.  As a gift to listeners of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel has created a free 20-page workbook to help you make 2026 a great year. This workbook is designed using the latest research to help you get clear about what you want and empower you to take the next step forward in your life. And the cool part? It takes less than a minute for you to get your hands on it. Just sign up at melrobbins.com/bestyear. Connect with Mel:   Get on the waitlist for Pure GeniusGet Mel's newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel's #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's here! Many Moons 2026 has arrived and is ready to guide your year of magic, manifestation, and healing. Claim your copy HERE and step into the light of the new year!----Calling all small business owners, healers, creatives, and educators!If you want to connect with an audience that truly understands and values your work, consider sponsoring an episode of Moonbeaming — we're a podcast with more than 2 million lifetime downloads and a deeply engaged, aligned community. For more information reach out to Hailey at moonbeamingpodcast@gmail.com ----In this episode, Sarah sits down with Many Moons 2026 contributor and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner Madison Abdullah for a conversation about the nervous system patterns that quietly shape how we create, express, and move through the world. Drawing from years of somatic trauma resolution work, Madison offers a grounded, compassionate framework for returning to flow.You'll hear:Why overwhelm and shutdown are often signs of a nervous system trying to keep us safeWhy shame is one of the most powerful (and misunderstood) blocks to creative expressionHow “slowing down to speed up” rewires capacity, energy, and self-trustWhat functional freeze looks like and how to (gently) move out of itWhy many people mistake ADHD for freeze states rooted in traumaHow to build secure attachment with yourself so creativity, visibility, and expression feel possible againThe surprising role of healthy aggression, anger, and embodied aliveness in reclaiming creativityHow one small action can reorganize your entire internal landscapeWhy Many Moons includes somatic practices, and why that is so important in terms of manifestation and creationMore on Madison: Madison Abdallah has been a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and creative coach for over a decade, translating nervous system trauma-resolution with a radical & relatable modern approach. Follow her at @radiantsomatics or learn more at www.radiantsomatics.com--- Join Our Community:Join the Moon Studio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themoonstudioBuy the 2026 Many Moons Lunar Planner: https://moon-studio.co/products/many-moons-2026?srsltid=AfmBOopThx1yrmKl0tMjecc_EFeeN5DAiIafqPqvQ4Uke1WEi5droeamSubscribe to our newsletter: https://moon-studio.co/pages/newsletterFind Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottesss/

Nervous System Healing After Trauma: From Survival to Sovereignty with Angela JeanWhat if healing isn't about fixing your thoughts—but about retraining your body?In this deeply moving episode of Grief to Growth, Brian Smith sits down with Angela Jean, a mindset and nervous system strategist whose life was shaped by profound trauma—and radical transformation.After surviving childhood abuse, homelessness, and the devastating loss of her father and sister to suicide, Angela discovered something that changed everything: 

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, we explore one of the most talked-about studies in pre-hospital trauma care: “Beyond IO and IV - Trauma Lines in Pre-Hospital Haemorrhagic Shock.”Host Eoin Walker is joined by Paolo Pallavicini, final-year medical student and research fellow with London's Air Ambulance and the Centre for Trauma Sciences, to unpack a groundbreaking study analysing over 8,000 trauma patients.They discuss:Why standard IV and IO access can be inadequate in exsanguinating traumaHow trauma lines can double pre-hospital blood delivery ratesSuccess, complication, and survival outcomes from the studyThe future of central venous access in pre-hospital carePaolo also offers key insights into the realities of working in a chaotic roadside environment, the importance of governance and training, and how clinical risk-benefit decisions are made when every second counts.Read the paper here.Find out more about London Air Ambulance Service.

In today's episode, you're going to learn what nobody tells you about grief and loss. Whether you've lost someone recently, years ago, or are anticipating a loss, this conversation will give you clarity, relief, and a way forward. Or if someone you love is grieving and you feel helpless and want to know how to support them, after this conversation you will know exactly what to say and do.  Joining Mel today is David Kessler, one of the world's most renowned experts on grief and loss and bestselling author of eight books, who has spent more than 40 years helping millions of people through the hardest moments of their lives. David has lived profound loss himself, and he brings a rare combination of research, compassion, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom. What he shares today will change the way you understand grief, your own emotions, and what healing actually looks like. In this episode, you'll learn: -The real reason grief feels so confusing (and why you're not “doing it wrong”) -The biggest mistakes people make when they're grieving -What to say (and what never to say) when someone you love is grieving - Why waves of sadness hit you out of nowhere - What grief bursts and love bursts are and what they mean -Why guilt is so common after loss and how to release it -How to carry your love forward without being trapped in pain -The surprising ways laughter and anger help you heal  Today, David offers you a simple framework to live with more peace, grace, and meaning after loss. If you've ever felt alone in your grief, confused by your emotions, or pressured to “move on,” this conversation is for you.You are not doing it wrong. You are not alone.And with David's clear, compassionate guidance, you'll understand how healing can become possible. For more resources related to today's episode, click here for the podcast episode page.  As a gift to listeners of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel has created a free 20-page workbook to help you make 2026 a great year. This workbook is designed using the latest research to help you get clear about what you want and empower you to take the next step forward in your life. And the cool part? It takes less than a minute for you to get your hands on it. Just sign up at melrobbins.com/bestyear. If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Why You Feel Lost in Life: Dr. Gabor Maté on Trauma & How to HealConnect with Mel:   Get Mel's newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel's #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryGet on the waitlist for Pure GeniusWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's here! Many Moons 2026 has arrived and is ready to guide your year of magic, manifestation, and healing. Claim your copy HERE and step into the light of the new year!----Calling all small business owners, healers, creatives, and educators!If you want to connect with an audience that truly understands and values your work, consider sponsoring an episode of Moonbeaming — we're a podcast with more than 2 million lifetime downloads and a deeply engaged, aligned community. For more information reach out to Hailey at moonbeamingpodcast@gmail.com ----What if the turning points you didn't choose are the ones that shape you the most?In this episode, Sarah sits down with seer, spiritual guide, initiated medicine woman, and counseling psychologist Dra. Rocio Rosales Meza for a deeply grounding conversation about personal transformation. Drawing from her Indigenous earth medicine lineage, lived experience, and work guiding sensitive practitioners and healers, Dra. Rocio illuminates what becomes possible when we stop forcing and start listening to the wisdom moving through our lives.You'll hear:Why collapse, burnout, and “tower moments” often signal spiritual redirection rather than failureWhat soul loss is, how it happens, and why calling back our souls is essential in times of collective traumaHow grief, exhaustion, and uncertainty can become portals back to connectionWhy so many creatives, healers, and educators are rethinking how they work and liveHow to parent, partner, and build community in ways that break from dominance and extractionWhy being emotionally and spiritually resourced matters now more than everMore on Dra. Rocio Rosales Meza:Doctora Rocio stands at the intersection of ancestral Earth wisdom and medicine to navigate these times while planting seeds for a liberated future.She is a Mother, a Seer, a medicine woman in the Q'ero Inca lineage, and Counseling Psychology Ph.D. mentored by Black & Latin@ psychologists, matriarchs, and Indigenous medicine people.For 25 years, she has guided people to unlearn the oppressive programming of our modern society so that we can reclaim our wholeness, our wellness, and do our part to birth a better world. Her work bridges worlds - helping you decolonize your mind to liberate your spirit while honoring both ancient traditions and the unique challenges of our times.She does not teach from theory—she teaches from lived experience, from wounds turned to wisdom, from her deep partnership with her ancestors, and from the channel she has been entrusted with in service of realizing the prophecy of a new ancient paradigm. The 25 years of healership and teaching experience she carries, along with thousands of hours of therapy experience, and walking an Indigenous Earth Medicine path uniquely equip her to serve as a guide for our collective healing.https://www.drrosalesmeza.com/https://www.drrosalesmeza.com/a-new-paradigm-of-careJoin Our Community:Join the Moon Studio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themoonstudioBuy the 2026 Many Moons Lunar Planner: https://moon-studio.co/products/many-moons-2026?srsltid=AfmBOopThx1yrmKl0tMjecc_EFeeN5DAiIafqPqvQ4Uke1WEi5droeamSubscribe to our newsletter: https://moon-studio.co/pages/newsletterFind Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottesss/ 

Many high-achieving people look successful on the outside while part of them remains frozen in childhood survival patterns. Through the Biology of Trauma® lens, I share how trauma disrupts the natural flow and movement of life—and the healing roadmap that takes us from stuck to truly alive. If we've ever wondered why we can reach every external goal and still feel disconnected from our own life, this episode explains why. I share Elena's story, a 45-year-old Chief Operating Officer whose autoimmune diagnosis revealed what her body had been holding for decades. When her thirteen-year-old daughter had thoughts of suicide—and felt she couldn't talk to her mom—Elena finally understood: a part of her had been frozen since before she could walk. We'll explore how nervous system dysregulation shows up as professional success masking emotional unavailability. We'll see how trauma stops our natural movement through life—and discover the six-step roadmap from survival to authenticity, belonging, and flow. In this episode you'll learn: [00:00] Why successful people can still be frozen in survival patterns from childhood [02:15] How Elena's birth trauma created a freeze response before she could walk [06:40] The moment her daughter's crisis revealed decades of emotional unavailability [09:10] Trauma defined: the biggest disruptor of movement in our life [12:45] Why everything inside us is movement—and what happens when trauma stops it [16:05] The healing destination: authenticity, belonging, and flow as what it means to be alive [19:50] Why state shifts matter more than neuroplasticity on your healing journey [24:05] How neuroplasticity wires in whatever state you're in—including overwhelm [26:30] The six-step roadmap: from "I am alive" to connection with others [28:15] How Elena broke the generational cycle with her daughters Main Takeaways: Trauma Is the Biggest Disruptor of Movement: Trauma isn't just an event—it's the shock that stops us. It disrupts movement at every level: physical, emotional, relational, and through our life stages. Successful and Frozen Can Coexist: High achievement doesn't mean our nervous system is regulated. Elena built an impressive career while part of her remained that terrified little girl, hiding and staying still to survive. State Shifts Come Before Neuroplasticity: Whatever state we're in is what neuroplasticity wires in. If we're frequently in stress and overwhelm, our brain builds pathways that make that pattern automatic. We must shift our state first. The Destination Is Authenticity, Belonging, and Flow: These three elements define what it means to be truly alive—free to be ourselves, grounded in connection, and moving with ease through life. You Can't Skip the Sequence: The roadmap follows a specific order: recognizing we're alive, choosing to live, shifting our state, being here, wanting to be here, deserving to be here, and finally connecting with others. Each step prepares us for the next. Healing Breaks Generational Patterns: When Elena addressed her frozen patterns, her daughters noticed changes they never expected. The "resting bitch face" disappeared. Presence replaced absence. Notable Quotes: "Trauma becomes the biggest disruptor of movement in our life." "I can still see myself as a little girl, hiding with my dolls, quiet, still and absolutely terrified." "Whatever state we are in is what neuroplasticity wires in." "Being in calm alive can actually become a habit. Imagine that." "Your body's decision to freeze wasn't a failure—it was survival. But you don't have to stay frozen." "My 12-year-old girl didn't realize that I had grown up and that I am alive—which means that she did it. She made it. We're alive." Episode Takeaway: Frozen doesn't mean broken. Elena's story reveals what happens when trauma stops our natural movement through life—not just physical movement, but emotional presence, relational connection, and our ability to truly arrive in the life we've built. Her freeze response began at birth, reinforced through childhood, and showed up decades later as professional success masking emotional unavailability. Her daughters felt it. Her body felt it. Her autoimmune diagnosis confirmed it. The healing roadmap offers a way forward. First, we help that frozen part recognize we're alive—that survival happened. Then we consciously choose to live, rather than simply existing because we had no choice. We learn to shift our state into calm and aliveness, practicing until it becomes our new default. And finally, we move through the deeper work: being here, wanting to be here, deserving to be here, and opening to genuine connection with others. Neuroplasticity works for or against us depending on our state. If overwhelm has become our habit, our brain has built pathways that take us there automatically. But when we build the habit of calm aliveness first, neuroplasticity starts working in our favor. The destination isn't perfection—it's authenticity, belonging, and flow. Movement is possible. Coming home to ourselves is possible. Resources/Guides: The Biology of Trauma book - Available now everywhere books are sold. Get your copy Foundational Journey - If you are ready to create your inner safety and shift your nervous system, join me and my team for this 6 week journey of practical somatic and mind-body inner child practices. Lay your foundation to do the deeper work safely and is the pre-requisite for becoming a Biology of Trauma® professional. Related Episodes: Episode 9: What is One Thing the Freeze Response Needs for Healing? (Part 2) with Dr. Arielle Schwartz Episode 87: Stress & Freeze Response: How to Achieve & Sustain High Performance with Olympian Louise Tjernqvist Episode 142: Why Stress Isn't Trauma: How to Spot Overwhelm and Start Healing Your Nervous System with Dr. Aimie Apigian   Your host: Dr. Aimie Apigian, double board-certified physician (Preventive/Addiction Medicine) with master's degrees in biochemistry and public health, and author of the national bestselling book "The Biology of Trauma" (foreword by Gabor Maté) that transforms our understanding of how the body experiences and holds trauma. After foster-adopting a child during medical school sparked her journey, she desperately sought for answers that would only continue as she developed chronic health issues. Through her practitioner training, podcast, YouTube channel, and international speaking, she bridges functional medicine, attachment and trauma therapy, facilitating accelerated repair of trauma's impact on the mind, body and biology. Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical, psychological, or mental health advice to treat any medical or psychological condition in yourself or others. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your own physician, therapist, psychiatrist, or other qualified health provider regarding any physical or mental health issues you may be experiencing.

In this episode, Kristen welcomes Meg Bowman, a licensed nutritionist and author, to explore the deep and often-overlooked connection between nutrition, trauma recovery, and nervous system regulation.   www.megbowmannutrition.com When you purchase these books through these Amazon affiliate links, you're helping support the podcast at no extra cost to you:    Meg Bowman's Book: 1. This Is Your Body on Trauma: How to Nourish Safety, Resilience, and Connection with Polyvagal-Informed Nutrition: https://amzn.to/4okaZDg Meg Bowman's Book Recommendations:  1. Anchored: How to Befriend Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory: https://amzn.to/4qFUrXX 2. Glimmers Journal: Reflect on the Small Moments That Bring You Joy, Safety, and Connection https://amzn.to/4nBK2tS 3. Women Who Run with the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype https://amzn.to/43HqUTW 4. How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing: https://amzn.to/3X833sP   Subscribe and get a free 5-day journal at www.kristendboice.com to begin closing the chapter on what doesn't serve you and open the door to the real you. This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to you to educate you about ideas on stress management and as a self-help tool for your own use. It is not psychotherapy/counseling in any form. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment. For my full Disclaimer please go to www.kristendboice.com. For counseling services near Indianapolis, IN, visit www.pathwaystohealingcounseling.com. Pathways to Healing Counseling's vision is to provide warm, caring, compassionate and life-changing counseling services and educational programs to individuals, couples and families in order to create learning, healing and growth.

In this deeply insightful episode, Dr. Dee is joined by Dr. Mia, an OBGYN, for a powerful conversation about the connection between emotional intimacy, sexual fulfillment, and self-awareness—especially for Black women navigating love, healing, and identity.Together, they explore:The beauty and purpose of Black love and Black marriageThe difference between sex and intimacy, and why emotional connection mattersHow therapy and self-awareness unlock deeper intimacyThe impact of birth control, menopause, and hormonal shifts on sex driveWhy women must be taught to initiate, communicate, and prioritize their pleasureThe spiritual and emotional consequences of sexual deprivation and traumaHow damaged emotions affect reproductive health and relationshipsThe importance of confidence, self-discovery, and honoring the vagina as a sacred organThis episode is a bold and healing invitation to redefine sex beyond physicality, embrace emotional intimacy, and restore the sacred connection between pleasure, presence, and partnership.

There are many hidden costs and gifts of trauma. That's what we discussed on the podcast with Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison, a trauma psychologist, author, and founder of Soul Wise Solutions. For over 35 years, she has guided individuals through profound psychological and spiritual transitions, including C-PTSD, schizophrenia, and near-death experiences. She is the co-author of “I, Sean/a: The Story of a Homeless Intersex Woman Who Inspired a Community”, the remarkable true story of Sean/a Smith, an intersex woman living with schizophrenia, whose life challenges stigma and who inspires a movement toward dignity, inclusion, and soul-deep healing.In this episode of Last First Date Radio:The hidden costs of traumaHope for those who are struggling with traumaHow to combine and emotional and spiritual aspects of traumaConnect with Dr. HarrisonWebsite: https://soulwisesolutions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulwiseteam/ X: https://twitter.com/soulwiseteam IG: https://instagram.com/soulwiseteam ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio ►If you're feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last first date, sign up for a complimentary 45-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate ►Get Sandy's books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook , Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9 and Love at Last https://amzn.to/4erpj7C ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching ►FREE download: “Top 10 Reasons Why Men Suddenly Pull Away” http://bit.ly/whymendisappear ►Group Coaching: https://lastfirstdate.com/the-woman-of-value-club/ ►Website → https://lastfirstdate.com/ ► Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1/ ►Get Amazon Music Unlimited FREE for 30 days at https://getamazonmusic.com/lastfirstdate  

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Dr. Dee leads a deeply honest conversation that challenges generational silence and cultural distortion around the male body—specifically, the penis.Together with her guests, they explore:Why mothers and daughters rarely talk about the penisThe divine purpose, beauty, and power of the penis as a life-giving forceHow language—like reducing “penis” to “dick”—has stripped away sacred meaningThe spiritual and emotional consequences of sexual ignorance and traumaHow ancestral pain and slavery-era mindsets still shape our views on sex, identity, and worthThe importance of restoring covenant, respect, and healing between men and womenThis episode is a call to reclaim divine understanding, break generational cycles, and see both ourselves and each other through a lens of truth, healing, and legacy.

Send us a textYou don't need more parenting tips. You need healing.In this episode, Alena shares the truth behind why relying on AI or quick fixes won't stop your yelling, guilt, or emotional burnout.You'll discover: Why AI can't understand your generational traumaHow your childhood shapes your reactions as a parentThe real cost of trying to “save time” while losing connectionSimple practices to break the yelling cycle, for good.This episode is a wake-up call for moms who feel stuck in shame, overwhelm, and frustration and are ready to become calm, confident, connected.Get Alena's new book: I Yelled, I Cried, I Healed available now on Amazon.Listen to more episodes: The Zen Supermom PodcastSupport the showPrefer watching this podcast on video? Find us on YouTube!Zen Supermom YouTube Channel About the Author:Alena Gomes Rodrigues is a mommy tantrum specialist and the founder of the Zen Supermom method. She's definitely NOT a supermom. But through her own journey as a recovering perfectionist, hyper-achiever, and a 'Momzilla', she discovered the most effective strategy and tools to help busy moms stop yelling at their kids and set & keap healthy boundaries so that they stay calm, at peace, and happy no matter how stressful their life gets.Want to know HOW? And WHY you can't stop yelling/stressing? Get the new Yelling Breakthrough here. Have feedback & comments? Email hi@zensupermom.comLearn more about the Zen Supermom Method and the author of this podcast on the Zen Supermom webZen Supermom Cafe FB Community: JOIN US HERE Music by HarumachiMusic from ...

Human trafficking is one of the world's darkest injustices. In this special series devoted to widening our circle of empathy for people who often feel marginalized or misunderstood, watch this powerful episode featuring María Juliana Prieto Gracía, a Colombian human rights lawyer and refugee advocate.As a survivor of sexual violence, María Juliana has transformed her trauma into a powerful force for systems change. Shaped by Colombia's armed conflict and her family's refugee journey, she now works tirelessly to end gender-based violence and defend human rights.Together, we discuss:The importance of listening to survivors without judgmentWhy armed conflict and forced displacement shape cycles of traumaHow to confront the structural causes of sexual and gender-based violenceHow resilience and advocacy can drive justice and healingHaving empathy for refugees, whose humanity has too often been deniedIf you've ever wondered about human trafficking and how to support refugees, this conversation will open your heart and mind.00:00 Preview01:16 Introduction 00:11 About Maria Juliana Prieto Gracía 02:36 Maria Juliana's backstory07:58 How Maria Juliana became a human rights activist?14:03 A message to survivors of sexual violence16:40 Moments that inspired Maria Juliana to become an advocate21:51 Maria Juliana's fight to end sexual exploitation23:15 What makes Maria Juliana a staunch refugee advocate30:48 Maria Juliana's message to those who have experienced sexual violence37:00 Maria Juliana's message to communities that tolerate “red zones”39:39 Seeing humanity through equity, not power43:02 The biggest misconceptions about refugees50:08 How Trump's policies violate human rights58:18 Why refugee lived experience matters at the border01:00:14 What role does empathy play in human trafficking?01:04:27 Maria Juliana Prieto Gracía's  Purposeful Empathy storyCONNECT WITH ANITA✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast✩ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/anitanowak.bsky.socialCONNECT WITH MARIA✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/maría-juliana-prieto-gracia-008446158/ Video edited by Jad Misri,  Green Horizon Studio

Borderline Induced Conversations - When Talking Turns Into Trauma for CodependentsWhen you try to talk to someone with Borderline Personality Disorder and the conversation suddenly turns emotional, chaotic, or painful — you're not communicating. You're in an induced conversation.In this episode, A.J. Mahari explains how Borderlines and Codependents unconsciously pull each other into trauma-based emotional loops that feel like connection but are actually dysregulation. You'll learn what's really happening in your nervous system, why you keep getting drawn back in, and how to finally step out of these trauma-bonded “talks” that never resolve anything and never bring peace.In this podcast episode:What an induced conversation really isHow Borderlines project pain and Codependents absorb itThe nervous-system collision behind emotional chaosWhy calm feels unsafe after traumaHow to end the cycle and reclaim your peacehttps://ajmahari.ca/sessions - Sessionshttps://ajmahari.ca/podcasts - Podcastshttps://ajmahari.com - Online Store new Course Modules coming soonhttps://survivingbpdrelationshipbreakup.com - This podcast and my YoutubeThis podcast is ranked in the Top 100 Relationships Podcasts on feedspot.com at:100 Best Relationship Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Million Podcasts has ranked this podcast in the top 60 Codependency Podcasts,the top 100 Narcissistic Abuse Podcasts and the top 100 in their Toxic RelationshipPodcast lists.https://www.millionpodcasts.com/codependency-podcasts/https://www.millionpodcasts.com/narcissistic-abuse-podcasts/https://www.millionpodcasts.com/toxic-relationship-podcasts/

What if the brain fog you're experiencing isn't just tiredness—but your nervous system's way of disconnecting you from an unbearable reality? In this mini episode, Dr. Aimie Apigian answers a question from Rachel, a therapist in Seattle, about why the freeze response is associated with brain fog. Many people think of the freeze response as simply paralysis, not understanding the sophisticated biological mechanisms happening at the cellular level. This episode dives deep into the freeze response—when it happens, why it happens, and the brain inflammation that creates the disconnection and fog we experience. Understanding this biology helps us recognize when we or someone we're working with has a chronic functional freeze, so we know where to start with healing. In this episode you'll hear more about: The five steps the body takes to go into a trauma response—starting with activation and crossing the critical line of overwhelm The two reasons we cross that critical line: "too much too fast" (excessive activation) and "too little for too long" (prolonged stress without recovery) Why your nervous system decides certain situations are life threats—even when logically they're not (like being berated in residency or hearing hurtful words from someone you care about) The cellular biology of brain fog: How immune cells in your brain (microglia) unleash inflammation, cytokines, and chemokines that create the mental disconnection and fog The surreal feeling of freeze: Why voices sound distant, why you feel like you're in a daze, and why people around you seem far away even though they're right there Chronic functional freeze: The state where you're still functioning and going through life, but secretly wanting to hide, using substances like caffeine or food (especially histamine-producing foods) to push through Why anxiety is often your body fighting the freeze—using stress to stay out of shutdown, which is why relief from anxiety can sometimes make you fall into that heaviness The brain inflammation protocol: Specific nutrients and practices to keep your microglia in their resting state, including NAC, magnesium L-threonate, luteolin, GABA, resveratrol, and turmeric Ocular-cardiac reflex (eye support): A simple but powerful tool where gently pressing on closed eyes activates the vagus nerve for immediate calm Why starting with the freeze is essential—opening up the chronic functional freeze gives you more energy to dedicate to the healing journey Dr. Aimie's personal story of a biking accident and concussion—experiencing the freeze response firsthand as she regained consciousness on the sidewalk The freeze response isn't weakness or paralysis—it's your nervous system's sophisticated survival strategy when it perceives a life threat. Brain fog is always part of the freeze response, created by immune cells in your brain that help you disconnect from unbearable reality. Understanding this biology helps you recognize the freeze in yourself or others, and know that working with it is where healing must start.

Expiration dates aren't always what they seem. While most packaged foods carry them, some foods — like salt — can last virtually forever. In fact, there's a surprising list of everyday staples that can outlive the labels and stay good for years. Listen as I reveal which foods never really expire. https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/long-term-food-storage-staples-that-last-forever/ AI tools like ChatGPT are everywhere, but to use them well, you need more than just clear questions. The way you prompt, the way you think about the model, and even the way it was trained all play a role in the results you get. To break it all down, I'm joined by Christopher Summerfield, Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at Oxford and Staff Research Scientist at Google DeepMind. He's also the author of These Strange New Minds: How AI Learned to Talk and What It Means (https://amzn.to/4na3ka2), and he reveals how to get smarter, more effective answers from AI. When does a tough experience cross the line into “trauma”? And once you've been through trauma, is it destined to shape your future forever — or is real healing possible? Dr. Amy Apigian, a double board-certified physician in preventive and addiction medicine with master's degrees in biochemistry and public health, shares a fascinating new way of looking at trauma. She's the author of The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It (https://amzn.to/4mrsoIu), and what she reveals may change how you view your own life experiences. Looking more attractive doesn't always come down to hair, makeup, or clothes. Science has uncovered a list of simple behaviors and traits that make people instantly more appealing — and most of them are surprisingly easy to do. Listen as I share these research-backed ways to boost your attractiveness.https://www.businessinsider.com/proven-ways-more-attractive-science-2015-7 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!!! INDEED: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ right now! DELL: Your new Dell PC with Intel Core Ultra helps you handle a lot when your holiday to-dos get to be…a lot. Upgrade today by visiting⁠⁠⁠ https://Dell.com/Deals⁠⁠⁠ QUINCE: Layer up this fall with pieces that feel as good as they look! Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Quince.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! SHOPIFY: Shopify is the commerce platform for millions of businesses around the world! To start selling today, sign up for your $1 per month trial at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://Shopify.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Aimie Apigian, a double board-certified physician,and trauma expert, delves into how unaddressed trauma affects your mind, body, and biology, contributing to chronic illness and disease. In her book The Biology of Trauma, she explores why trauma is at the root of many health issues and shares holistic approaches for true healing. If you struggle with stress, autoimmune conditions, sleep issues, or chronic fatigue, this episode offers insights into how trauma impacts your health and provides practical strategies to heal. RESOURCES MENTIONED JOIN MICHELE'S NEWSLETTER FOLLOW on YOUTUBEMichele's Book: Design A Life You Love: A Woman's Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life   GUEST INFORMATION Website: https://biologyoftrauma.com/ Book: The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal ItIG: https://www.instagram.com/draimie/ If you enjoyed this interview, please take a moment to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or other podcast player.   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing.

Untangling the Past: Dr. Joan Peters on Psychoanalysis, Childhood Trauma, and the Stories We Tell OurselvesEpisode Summary:In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Linda's Corner: Inspiration for a Better Life, I'm joined by Dr. Joan Peters—professor emeritus of literature and writing at California State University and author of Untangling: A Memoir of Psychoanalysis. Together, we explore Joan's deeply personal journey through psychoanalysis as she worked to understand the hidden roots of lifelong nightmares, inner turmoil, and a mystery that lingered since childhood.From the outside, Joan's family appeared ordinary—a mother, a stepfather, a brother, and a seemingly normal life. But beneath the surface, she was waking up screaming multiple times a week, haunted by dreams where someone was trying to kill her. Why?The trauma didn't come from abuse—it came from a little girl's desperate attempt to make sense of the incomprehensible. When Joan was born, her father was dying of cancer. Her overwhelmed mother administered morphine shots to ease his suffering, often while Joan sat nearby in her high chair. Though she couldn't understand what was happening, Joan felt that something was terribly wrong—and she internalized the grief, fear, and silence around her. When her father died just before her second birthday, his memory was erased from family life, never to be mentioned again.Through decades of silence and self-blame, Joan carried the belief that she was responsible—that she was the "angel of death," and that someone would one day kill her because she was bad.In this moving conversation, Joan shares how psychoanalysis helped her unravel the stories she created to explain her pain—and how retelling those stories with compassion became the key to healing. We also discuss the power of acknowledging trauma, the danger of unspoken grief, and how rewriting our inner narratives can transform our lives.Learn more and connect with Dr. Peters at UntanglingJoan.com.Key Topics Covered:The hidden impact of early childhood traumaHow children internalize grief and painThe silence surrounding death and how it affects family dynamicsThe power of psychoanalysis in untangling subconscious fearsRewriting our personal narratives to find peace and healingConnect with Linda:Website: HopeForHealingFoundation.org Podcast: Linda's Corner: Inspiration for a Better LifeInstagram | Facebook | YouTube | Spotify | Apple PodcastsIf this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review—it helps others find the show and join our healing journey.

Dr. Amy Apigian on the fascinating and often overlooked—biology of trauma.  The critical difference between everyday stress and overwhelming trauma. How trauma depletes energy and nutrients at the cellular level. Why adrenaline plays such a powerful role in our survival responses. The surprising ways trauma is stored in the body, long after an event is over. And most importantly, how true healing requires more than calming the mind—it calls for repairing the body at a biological level. This episode will challenge the way you think about trauma, healing, and the incredible resilience of the human body—and inspire a new perspective on generational recovery. Her book: The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.   

Trauma affects so many of us – often in ways we don't even realize. From fear, pain, and overwhelm to patterns passed down through generations, it shapes our health, emotions, and relationships. Dr. Aimie Apigian, physician, researcher, and leading voice on the biology of trauma, offers a fresh, science-backed approach to understanding how trauma lives in the body. As the author of the groundbreaking book The Biology of Trauma, she explains trauma at a cellular level and shares practical tools to regain safety, calm, and balance. She also explores why healing doesn't always start with revisiting the past, how to regulate your nervous system, and ways small, intentional practices can support genuine recovery.   In this episode, you'll learn: How trauma can show up in your body and influence daily life The five universal stages of a trauma response and why they matter How to recognize if your body is stuck in survival mode Ways to distinguish stress from trauma Simple strategies to create safety and calm in your body Discover a new perspective on the biology of trauma and the reassurance that whole-body healing is possible.   Resources Mentioned: The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It Well Beyond 40: Trauma Response with Aimie Apigian   Learn More about Dr. Aimie Apigian: Website: biologyoftrauma.comLinkedIn: @dr-aimie-apigian Instagram: @draimie Facebook: @draimie YouTube: @DrAimieApigian   Learn More about Elise Museles: Food Story: Rewrite the Way You Eat, Think, and Live Website: elisemuseles.com Instagram: @elisemuseles Facebook: @elisemuseles

Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - 5 Ways to Measure & Improve Your Menopause Fitness At Home Right Now Next Episode - 5 Things I Do When I Need a Reset or I've Had a Fitness Plateau More Like This - Turning Your Personal Drama and Trauma into Transformation   Resources: Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Join the Flipping50 Insiders Group in Facebook to connect with Debra and other podcast listeners.   Are you doing all the right things but aren't working in menopause? What is it beyond exercise, hormones and supplements? I was at a women's retreat in a sound healing. During the session, I experienced tears and came back to the circle after realizing I thought of my biological father during that session. I hadn't thought about him over the years much at all. Is that stored trauma? Is stored trauma something we all deal with on some level? Is it something that could be limiting our ability to reach a physical health or fitness goal. Is it related to what is blocking our ability to lose weight, to heal our gut, or on a bigger level is it putting us at risk for more serious health issues? We're unpacking all of this today. If all the right things aren't working in menopause, it may go beyond hormones and gut health.    My Guest: Dr. Aimie Apigian is a leading expert in trauma, attachment, and biology, and the founder of the Biology of Trauma™. She integrates her medical expertise with specialized training in trauma therapy to address the biological patterns that maintain chronic health conditions. Through her programs and upcoming book "The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Experiences and Holds Pain, Fear and Overwhelm and How to Heal," Dr. Aimie helps people understand why common health issues persist despite perfect nutrition and lifestyle changes, and provides practical tools for complete healing at the cellular level.   Connect with Dr. Aimie: Book - Biology of Trauma  Facebook Group - Biology of Trauma Instagram - @draimie   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:06:22] Do we have to remember something traumatic for it to actually have happened to us? [00:07:57] Are both physical and emotional traumas the same in the way they manifest in the body? What is trauma? [00:14:32] Many women in midlife experience unexplained weight gain, fatigue, or hormone issues despite 'doing everything right.' Are you saying past trauma is contributing to these challenges? [00:22:53] Is there a "too late" when it comes to healing the body from these early experiences? What does stored trauma look like inside the body physiologically? [00:28:41] What are the steps to address trauma impacting body composition for women in midlife — like belly fat that "won't budge" despite good habits? [00:33:25] How do you help strong, independent women recognize that “pushing through” might sometimes be prolonging unresolved trauma patterns in the body? [00:35:13] What attachment patterns from childhood can affect our health into adulthood? [00:41:04] If you could tell every 50-something woman one thing about the link between her past experiences and her future vitality, what would it be?

Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - 5 Ways to Measure & Improve Your Menopause Fitness At Home Right Now Next Episode - 5 Things I Do When I Need a Reset or I've Had a Fitness Plateau More Like This - Turning Your Personal Drama and Trauma into Transformation   Resources: Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Join the Flipping50 Insiders Group in Facebook to connect with Debra and other podcast listeners.   Are you doing all the right things but aren't working in menopause? What is it beyond exercise, hormones and supplements? I was at a women's retreat in a sound healing. During the session, I experienced tears and came back to the circle after realizing I thought of my biological father during that session. I hadn't thought about him over the years much at all. Is that stored trauma? Is stored trauma something we all deal with on some level? Is it something that could be limiting our ability to reach a physical health or fitness goal. Is it related to what is blocking our ability to lose weight, to heal our gut, or on a bigger level is it putting us at risk for more serious health issues? We're unpacking all of this today. If all the right things aren't working in menopause, it may go beyond hormones and gut health.    My Guest: Dr. Aimie Apigian is a leading expert in trauma, attachment, and biology, and the founder of the Biology of Trauma™. She integrates her medical expertise with specialized training in trauma therapy to address the biological patterns that maintain chronic health conditions. Through her programs and upcoming book "The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Experiences and Holds Pain, Fear and Overwhelm and How to Heal," Dr. Aimie helps people understand why common health issues persist despite perfect nutrition and lifestyle changes, and provides practical tools for complete healing at the cellular level.   Connect with Dr. Aimie: Book - Biology of Trauma  Facebook Group - Biology of Trauma Instagram - @draimie   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:06:22] Do we have to remember something traumatic for it to actually have happened to us? [00:07:57] Are both physical and emotional traumas the same in the way they manifest in the body? What is trauma? [00:14:32] Many women in midlife experience unexplained weight gain, fatigue, or hormone issues despite 'doing everything right.' Are you saying past trauma is contributing to these challenges? [00:22:53] Is there a "too late" when it comes to healing the body from these early experiences? What does stored trauma look like inside the body physiologically? [00:28:41] What are the steps to address trauma impacting body composition for women in midlife — like belly fat that "won't budge" despite good habits? [00:33:25] How do you help strong, independent women recognize that “pushing through” might sometimes be prolonging unresolved trauma patterns in the body? [00:35:13] What attachment patterns from childhood can affect our health into adulthood? [00:41:04] If you could tell every 50-something woman one thing about the link between her past experiences and her future vitality, what would it be?

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Aimie Apigian, author of “The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It.”

Dr. Aimie Apigian, author of “The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It,” details how unaddressed trauma is often the hidden cause of many preventable illnesses and is linked to eight of the ten leading causes of death. The conversation delves into the physiological responses to trauma, the mechanisms by which trauma can manifest in chronic physical ailments, and the importance of incorporating a holistic approach that includes addressing mental, somatic, and biological impacts of trauma. Dr. Apigian also shares insights from her personal journey and professional evolution, emphasizing the need for a combination of medical treatment and trauma work for optimal health.

You know that feeling after you push through a big event or deadline—the letdown that leaves you tired, unmotivated, and maybe even sick ? Most women assume it's either “burnout” or “laziness.” But according to my guest, Dr. Aimee Apigian, it's actually a trauma response. Dr. Aimee is a medical physician, trauma expert, and host of The Biology of Trauma podcast is here to explain why our bodies store trauma and how that trauma quietly drives brain fog, fatigue, autoimmune disorders, and even nightly drinking habits. In this conversation, we unpack: How to tell the difference between a stress and trauma response based on what you're thinking Why extended periods of stress without recovery cause trauma What it actually looks like to complete the trauma response instead of storing it Simple ways to give your body time, safety, and energy so it can reset I'm also going to share my own story of the crash I had after a recent retreat I hosted,  and what changed when I treated my trauma response with compassion instead of my usual bullwhip. You'll hear Dr. Aimee break it down in real time. If you've been blaming yourself for not having enough willpower, for being “too tired,” or for never getting it together… you need to hear this. Your body isn't broken, it's protecting you. You just have to learn how to return the favor.    Click here to order Dr. Aimee Apigian's book The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It.    Click here to BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL if you're ready to fully commit to your personal growth and do the work to get emotionally sober. Side effects include an 80 percent reduction in drinking. Want daily updates from me? TikTok: @hangoverwhisperer Instagram: @thehangoverwhisperer Twitter (X): @NotAboutTheAlc and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hangoverwhisperer —Do you want coaching from Colleen on a situation you're struggling with? Click here to submit your question. Your name will not be mentioned on air!   

Radiant Longevity: A Physician's Guide to Living Longer, Stronger, and Happier   What if aging didn't have to mean decline? What if living longer also meant living stronger, healthier, and with more joy?   That's the message Dr. Julianna Lindsey brings in this powerful conversation. Drawing on her background in internal medicine, functional and integrative care, and her own family roots in holistic living, she shows us why longevity isn't about a magic pill—but about the intentional choices we make every day.   In This Episode, You'll Learn: Money Mindset: Dr. Lindsey shares how she was shaped by her financial mentor, Pete Mahurin, and why she chose to raise her children with transparency around money, teaching them that wealth is a tool, not a crutch. The Healthcare Myth: Why our system is designed to manage disease, not cure it—and how we can take back responsibility for prevention and healing. Diet and Exercise as Cornerstones: Forget the fad diets and extreme regimens—longevity comes from sustainable, natural ways of eating and moving. Time as the True Currency: Money can be regained, but time is the one resource you never get back. The Role of Trauma: How unprocessed trauma lives in the body, fueling chronic illness, and why releasing it is essential to long-term health. Sleep, Breathwork, and Stress: The often-overlooked pillars of longevity that influence everything from mood to metabolism. Practical Longevity Practices: From growing some of your own food to breathwork that calms the nervous system in minutes, Dr. Lindsey offers simple, science-backed tools for extending healthspan.   Money Learning: Julianna's money story began with the absence of financial education in school—and the gift of a mentor who stepped in. Her financial mentor, Pete Mahurin, helped her understand banking, debt, and savings, shaping how she and her husband would later teach their own children.   Unlike many physician families who unintentionally raise entitled kids, Julianna and her husband chose a different path. They were transparent about money—how it comes in, how debt decisions are made, and what it means to live within your means.   Her perspective is clear: Mentorship matters. Seek out people who understand money better than you and learn from them. Transparency matters. Children thrive when money isn't taboo but part of their education. Intentionality matters. Wealth is not about throwing money at problems but about aligning time, values, and choices.   Key Discussion Point: Longevity isn't about finding the next magic supplement or drug. It's about aligning your lifestyle—food, movement, rest, relationships, mindset—with what truly nourishes you. Every small, intentional choice compounds over time, creating not just more years in your life, but more life in your years.   About Dr. Julianna Lindsey: Dr. Julianna Lindsey's new book, Radiant Longevity: A Physician's Protocol for Living Your Best Life, is available wherever books are sold. You can also explore her work at RadiantLongevity.com   Links: Website: Radiantlongevity.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliannalindseymd/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliannalindseymd/ Facebook: Facebook.com/Julianna.lindsey      Where in your life are you settling for “managing” instead of healing? Are your daily choices aligned with the long-term health you want? What one small habit could you adopt today that would compound into greater vitality over time?   Your life is built one choice at a time. Start today—choose a healthier meal, take a walk, breathe deeply, or let go of an old burden. Longevity begins in the smallest of moments.   #RadiantLongevity #Longevity #Healthspan #AntiAging #FunctionalMedicine #HolisticHealth #HealthyLiving #MindsetShift #PurposeOverProfit #RicherSoul   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul   https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com   Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast   Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

Why do relationships feel so confusing and hard?If you grew up with a narcissistic or emotionally limited mother, you may have learned to associate closeness with danger and distance with safety. This week,, we're talking about relational trauma, attachment wounds, and how childhood trauma shapes the way you show up in adult relationships.We'll explore:What relational trauma actually means and how it differs from single-event traumaHow disorganized attachment can leave you stuck in a painful push-pull cycleWhy your nervous system reacts to love, intimacy, and connection as threatsWhat it looks like to relate from survival mode, and how to begin shifting out of itWhy healing relational trauma requires relationship and how to do that without overwhelming yourselfGentle, trauma-informed steps to stretch your capacity for safe, connected relationshipsWhether you're someone who over-functions in relationships, avoids intimacy altogether, or struggles to trust your own feelings, I get it.  You're protecting yourself in the only way your system knows how. Resources:Listen to Episode 105 first: Why You Feel This Way: Trauma, the Nervous System, & the Healing Journey

In this episode of The Awakening Podcast, Brian and Hope sit down with their longtime spiritual guide, Dave Clark, a clairvoyant reader, healer, and teacher, along with his wife Julie Peoples Clark, an artist, writer, and teacher.Together they open up about their 25-year marriage, their journey through grief, and the profound lessons they learned raising their daughter Ella, who was born with severe cerebral palsy and passed away at age 11.The conversation dives into:What clairvoyance really is and how it helps us see truth beneath traumaHow childhood wounds replay in adult relationships as “matching pictures”The pact that helped Dave and Julie survive sleep-deprived nights as young parentsThe lessons Ella taught them about patience, intimacy, slowing down, and spirit-to-spirit communicationWhat it was like to witness Ella's passing and continue a relationship with her in spiritHow they keep their marriage strong through forgiveness, humor, nature, and deep sexual connectionReal guidance for supporting someone through grief without spiritual bypassingThis is a moving, raw, and deeply inspiring episode on love, loss, spiritual partnership, and the healing power of seeing beyond the body into spirit.Resources & Links:Work with Dave Clark: divineroots.loveJulie's upcoming book on raising Ella and navigating grief

Trauma: Have you read books full of all the reasons why trauma is linked to disease but felt a crucial piece missing? What to actually DO? This week, Dr. Aimie Apigian, double board-certified physician, trauma specialist, and author of the upcoming book The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It, is going to make you feel seen and SO much more capable as you navigate trauma in your own life, or with someone you know going through it or trying to heal. Aimie shares her deeply personal experience that shaped her desire to understand trauma and healing on her own journey, and translates this into powerful work as a physician supporting patients with compassion and solutions. She even takes us through 2 simple exercises to feel safe in your body NOW whenever you might need them - I've used them ever since we recorded this. Enjoy the show, Alexx Stuart, your host. Want to learn more about this week's guest? Website: Instagram or LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/draimie/ Their book: https://bit.ly/3TuVt9V Thank you to this month's show partners for joining us to help you make your low tox swaps! @marcasuncare is a new Aussie kid on the block when it comes to low tox suncare, boasting a big 25% zinc oxide and highly protective, fragrance free and easy to use/spread. Aussies get 20% off all August to get you ready for the warm months ahead. Code LOWTOXLIFE to stock up. https://bit.ly/shopmarca @ausclimate is our major partner giving you 10% off their range for the whole of 2025, with brilliant Winix Air Purifiers, the best Dehumidifiers I've ever used and their new energy-efficient heating, air-circulating and cooling range. code LOWTOXLIFE (also works over and above their sales - pro tip!) https://bit.ly/ShopAusclimateBe sure to join me on Instagram @lowtoxlife and tag me with your shares and AHAs if something resonated! I love to see your thoughts, genuinely! Want to support the Low Tox Life podcast? Free option: Leave a 5 star review wherever you listen to Low Tox Life - thanks SO much! Paid + Member PERKS: Join the Low Tox Club - monthly practitioner live masterclasses, a suite of low tox store discounts from around the world and the most supportive and lovely chat group on all low tox topics on the internet: Check it out and join here for just the price of a coffee per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

234.  Unshaming Divorce and Honoring Life with Kendell LeniceAbout This EpisodeWhat if divorce isn't a mark of failure, but a brave act of self-advocacy?This week, I sit down with Kendell Lenice, certified life coach and author known as "The Remix Coach." Kendell shares her powerful story of being divorced twice, her healing journey, and how she found love again when she wasn't even looking for it.If you've ever felt shame about divorce or wondered if you'll find love again, this conversation will shift your perspective completely.What You'll LearnDivorce Doesn't Define YouWhy walking away from a marriage can be the bravest thing you doHow to stop letting shame keep you in bondageThe difference between staying married for love vs. staying for reputationThe Real Work of HealingKendell's HEAL acronym: Honor Everything About LifeWhy you must examine your childhood patterns and traumaHow to forgive yourself for past relationship choicesFinding Love After HeartbreakWhy Kendell wasn't looking for love when she met her current partnerThe importance of vetting (yes, we dive deep into this!)How to stay open to love without being desperate for itRed Flags and Green FlagsRecognizing gaslighting and emotional manipulationWhy your discernment matters more than giving endless graceThe difference between healthy and toxic relationship patternsKey TakeawaysDivorce can be mature, not shameful. Sometimes two good people just can't figure it out together.Do the healing work first. Know who you are so someone else can't persuade you to be someone different.Vet, vet, vet. Don't give away all your requirements upfront - let people show you who they are.You are enough with or without a relationship. A partner should be an addition to who you already are, not your completion.About Kendell LeniceKendéll Lenice, affectionately known as “The Remix Coach,” is a Certified Life Coach, national speaker, author, and host with over 20 years of experience helping people transform their lives and relationships. Through her podcasts, powerful talks, and coaching, she mixes wisdom, humor, and heart to inspire growth and healing. A colon cancer survivor and advocate, Kendéll empowers others to turn life's challenges into powerful comebacks. Whether on stage, on screen, or behind the mic, she brings real talk, real change, and a reminder that it's never too late to remix your life. She's living proof that life's remix can be better than the original.Kendéll Lenice, known as “The Remix Coach,” is a Certified Life Coach, speaker, author/writer, and media host with over two decades of experience helping people heal, grow, and remix their lives with purpose and flair. Whether she's dropping gems on her podcasts, lighting up a stage, or coaching one-on-one, Kendéll blends wisdom, warmth, and a touch of humor to spark transformation. A proud colon cancer survivor and advocate, she proves daily that reinvention is always possible. Kendéll empowers others to turn life's challenges into powerful comebacks. It's all about the remix!Kendell is the author of multiple books including:"Your Unhealed Is Showing" - About healing purposefully and aging fearlessly"God Thinks I'm Special" - A children's book teaching kids their worthConnect with Kendellhttps://www.instagram.com/kendelllenicehttps://kendelllenice.com/https://youtube.com/

What if healing doesn't have to be hard?In Part 2 of this episode of Love at First Science, Hannah and Sarah Beth dive into the next chapter of her healing: navigating complex PTSD, discovering the power of ketamine therapy, and learning to live from self-compassion—not hustle.We explore:The science and personal impact of ketamine therapy for traumaHow yoga, breathwork and a “bare ass minimum” mindset help regulate her nervous systemHer unique approach to sequencing trauma healing through the arc of a yoga classThe deeper meaning behind her book Trauma AlchemyYou'll leave this episode with practical insights and permission to do less, feel more and trust your body again.About Sarah BethSarah Beth is a global yoga teacher reaching over 1.75 million practitioners through YouTube and the SarahBethYoga APP, where she helps people live their best lives through mindful movement and self-discovery. Known for her functional approach to mobility and sustainable sequencing, Sarah Beth brings authenticity to every practice – whether she's sharing her healing journey with CPTSD and childhood trauma (as explored in her book "Trauma Alchemy") or navigating life with ulcerative colitis. Students are drawn to her genuine nature, practical teaching style, and heartfelt messages of self-compassion and non-judgment, making yoga accessible and transformative for yogis of all levels.⁠Sarah Beth's YouTube⁠⁠Sarah Beth's app ⁠⁠Sarah Beth's book⁠About Alba Yoga Academy⁠Learn more with Alba Yoga Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch our extensive library of YouTube videos.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Hannah on Instagram.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Celest on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Is Your Body Secretly Trapped in Trauma? Discover the Hidden Science with Dr. Aimie Apigian Could your chronic fatigue, anxiety, or autoimmune symptoms be signs of unresolved trauma stored in the body? Dr. Aimie Apigian, trauma expert and author of The Biology of Trauma, explains how emotional wounds can silently rewire your nervous system and impact your health for years. In this eye-opening episode, the founder of Trauma Healing Accelerated reveals: - The biology of trauma at the cellular level—and why it matters more than mindset alone - The difference between stress and trauma and how your body holds onto past pain - Why trauma is often at the root of autoimmune disease, anxiety, depression, and chronic illness - The hidden ways trauma affects women's health, especially during perimenopause and menopause - How somatic trauma healing can reset your nervous system and restore emotional safety - How trauma responses show up as physical symptoms and coping habits you might not recognize - The powerful link between trauma, alcohol use, and stress hormones—it's not just about cortisol - Why comparing your trauma story to others keeps you stuck - Simple somatic exercises and nervous system tools to support your healing - How resolving trauma can unlock your intuition, clarity, and life purpose This conversation with Dr. Aimie Apigian is a must-listen. Learn how to finally get unstuck from survival mode, reconnect with your body, and begin your path toward lasting emotional and physical healing. Pre-Order Dr. Aimie Apigian's book, The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It: ⁠https://book.biologyoftrauma.com/preorder-amazon⁠ Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠ ⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠ ⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Your Body Secretly Trapped in Trauma? Discover the Hidden Science with Dr. Aimie Apigian Could your chronic fatigue, anxiety, or autoimmune symptoms be signs of unresolved trauma stored in the body? Dr. Aimie Apigian, trauma expert and author of The Biology of Trauma, explains how emotional wounds can silently rewire your nervous system and impact your health for years. In this eye-opening episode, the founder of Trauma Healing Accelerated reveals: - The biology of trauma at the cellular level—and why it matters more than mindset alone - The difference between stress and trauma and how your body holds onto past pain - Why trauma is often at the root of autoimmune disease, anxiety, depression, and chronic illness - The hidden ways trauma affects women's health, especially during perimenopause and menopause - How somatic trauma healing can reset your nervous system and restore emotional safety - How trauma responses show up as physical symptoms and coping habits you might not recognize - The powerful link between trauma, alcohol use, and stress hormones—it's not just about cortisol - Why comparing your trauma story to others keeps you stuck - Simple somatic exercises and nervous system tools to support your healing - How resolving trauma can unlock your intuition, clarity, and life purpose This conversation with Dr. Aimie Apigian is a must-listen. Learn how to finally get unstuck from survival mode, reconnect with your body, and begin your path toward lasting emotional and physical healing. Pre-Order Dr. Aimie Apigian's book, The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It: ⁠https://book.biologyoftrauma.com/preorder-amazon⁠ Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠ ⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠ ⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've ever felt lost, this unforgettable conversation will help you come home to yourself. This episode will change how you think about your past, your purpose, and what's possible for your future. Because if you've been carrying pain, guilt, or questions you can't quite name, this is the conversation that helps you finally let go of all that. Today, Mel sits down with singer-songwriter Mon Rovîa, whose breathtaking journey from war-torn Liberia, where he narrowly escaped becoming a child soldier, to the global stage will stop you in your tracks. But this isn't just about his story—it's about what his story will awaken in you. Adopted and raised in the U.S., Mon spent years trying to outrun his trauma. What followed was guilt, despair and a deep feeling of not belonging anywhere. Until he realized he had a choice: He could stay stuck in suffering or turn his pain into power. His answer came through music, and what he's created is reaching millions around the world. In fact, he's one of Mel's favorite artists. But this isn't just about Mon's voice. It's about what his story inspires in you. In this episode, you'll learn: -How to stop running from your past, and start turning it into purpose -Why guilt keeps you stuck (and how to let it go) -What it really means to “belong” in your own life -That no matter what you've been through, you belong here This episode will stay with you. By the end, you'll feel seen. Grounded. Clearer about where you've been, and more certain about where you're headed. For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. If you liked the episode, this one will help you go deeper: Why You Feel Lost in Life: Dr. Gabor Mate on Trauma & How to HealConnect with Mel:  Get Mel's #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel's personal letter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer

Ruthie Lindsey joins us for a powerful and tender conversation about healing, self-compassion, and what it truly means to love yourself. As a speaker and author, Ruthie shares her journey of navigating chronic pain, deep grief, and religious trauma. Her story reminds us that even in the most painful chapters of life, there is beauty to be found—and that healing is possible when we learn to come home to ourselves.In this episode, you'll hear:How Ruthie “came back to life” after both physical and emotional traumaThe ongoing journey of processing grief, including the loss of her father and how it shaped her healingThe challenges of living with chronic pain while still choosing to love your bodyWhat “embodied healing” means and feels likeEmbodiment practices that help you process and release traumaHow religious trauma shapes our relationship with ourselves and how to rediscover spirituality on your own termsWhat it looks like to reparent yourself and love yourself through the processThis episode is especially meaningful for women who are on a healing journey whether it's navigating grief, mental health, faith shifts, body image struggles, or simply trying to feel more comfortable in your body. Ruthie offers a compassionate reminder that you don't need to be “fixed” to be worthy. You just need to show up with presence, honesty, and a willingness to love yourself as you are. You are enough.Follow Ruthie on Instagram: @ruthielindsey Check out her upcoming workshops and retreats.If this episode resonates with you, screenshot and share it on social media! Tag @maryspodcast and @ruthielindsey so we can thank you for spreading the love.Mentioned in this episode:Watch the toddler video we talked about

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy!Spiritual healer Danny Morel shares the raw truth about why success without inner healing leads to emptiness and disease. After building a billion-dollar real estate empire while emotionally shut down, Danny discovered that his massive external success masked deep wounds from childhood that were slowly destroying him from the inside out. He vulnerably reveals how his mother's inability to show love and his father's abandonment created patterns of judgment and comparison that blocked true abundance, even at the height of his business success. Through radical healing work including ayahuasca ceremonies and facing his deepest fears, Danny learned that returning to love requires courage to go through darkness rather than around it. This transformative conversation offers a roadmap for anyone ready to heal generational trauma, integrate masculine and feminine energies, and create wealth from wholeness rather than woundedness.Sign up for Danny's live event AwakenDanny's book The Resilience Roadmap: A Guide to Building Your Ideal BusinessDanny's podcast The Higher Self with Danny MorelIn this episode you will learn:Why your biggest dreams require healing your deepest wounds to become realityHow judgment and comparison energetically block money and love from flowing into your lifeThe difference between building wealth from wounded masculine energy versus integrated wholenessWhy illness and disease are often the body's way of forcing you to heal unprocessed traumaHow forgiveness becomes the ultimate gateway to financial and relational abundanceFor more information go to https://www.lewishowes.com/1785For more Greatness text PODCAST to +1 (614) 350-3960The first 60 seconds of this episode contains an AI-generated simulation of the voice of Lewis Howes, used with permission for creative purposes.More SOG episodes we think you'll love:Brendon Burchard – greatness.lnk.to/1770SCGary Zukav  – greatness.lnk.to/1773SCSimon Sinek – greatness.lnk.to/1762SC Get more from Lewis! Get my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy!Get The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

In today's episode, you'll learn how to heal from an emotionally immature parent. If you've ever felt invisible in your own family, like your needs didn't matter, or if nothing you did was ever enough, this episode is for you. Dr. Lindsay C. Gibson is here to assure you that you're not imagining it. You're not too sensitive. You're not overreacting. And you're not alone. If you find yourself struggling to set boundaries, you're still craving your parent's approval, or you're always walking on eggshells to keep the peace, Dr. Gibson says the reason you feel this way is because you grew up with an emotionally immature parent. And today you'll finally understand what that means. You're about to learn the 4 subtle signs you had an emotionally immature parent and how that shapes your adult life – and the exact path to healing. Today's episode is not about blame. It's about clarity and finally having the language to describe what you've felt for years but couldn't quite explain. You'll learn how to name the behaviors that left you feeling dismissed or unseen, and you'll have the tools to begin healing. And that's a big deal, because doing this work doesn't just change how you feel; it changes how you live. For the last 30 years, Dr. Gibson has helped millions of people around the world break free from the invisible emotional suffering that has held them back since childhood. She is a pioneering expert on the topic of emotionally immature parents, and is the author of the New York Times bestseller "Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents."  If you've spent your entire life feeling like something was off in your relationship with your parents, but you could never quite put your finger on it, Dr. Gibson is here to say: You were right. And if you feel guilty for just considering that something might have been off, you need to hear this conversation today. This is an episode you don't want to miss. For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. If you liked this episode, you'll love listening to this one next: Why You Feel Lost in Life: Dr. Gabor Maté on Trauma & How to HealConnect with Mel: Get Mel's #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTokSign up for Mel's personal letterSubscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer

In this episode, you'll learn how to let go of regret, overcome regret, let go of past mistakes, and step into a powerful new chapter. Today, Mel is joined by one of the most powerful and honest voices of our time: Charlamagne Tha God. He's a Radio Hall of Famer, a three-time New York Times bestselling author, an Emmy-winning producer, and co-host of The Breakfast Club, one of the biggest radio shows in the world, among many accolades. But none of that is why this episode matters. This is a raw, inspiring, and deeply personal conversation about redemption, reinvention, letting go of mistakes, and becoming a better version of yourself.  Charlamagne opens up about childhood trauma, addiction and the moment he finally chose to change his life. He shares how he became a better father, how he broke toxic cycles, and why grace is the key to growth.  You'll learn: – How one simple decision can set you free – How to stop punishing yourself for who you used to be – A simple practice to help you find peace, even when life feels heavy By the end of this episode, you'll know that no matter where you come from or what you've done, you can reinvent yourself. You can change yourself. Starting today.  For more resources, click here for the podcast episode. Note: this episode includes open conversation around mental health, including anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Please take care while listening.If you liked this episode, and want to know more about how to become a happier, healthier you, listen to this next: Why You Feel Lost in Life: Dr. Gabor Maté on Trauma & How to HealConnect with Mel:  Get Mel's #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel's personal letter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer