In this episode, Dr. Randall Gates, a Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist discusses the profound impact of childhood trauma on long-term disease, the intriguing connection between schizophrenia, psychosis, and gluten, and the significance of inflammation in the brain.
Read MoreI interviewed Asia Suler, an herbalist, nature philosopher, and author who has experienced deep transformation through chronic pain and illness. Asia's insights, shared in her new book "Mirrors of the Earth," sheds light on the importance of depathologizing sensitivity and celebrating being a highly sensitive person (HSP) as a unique superpower. In this episode, we explore the significance of safeguarding our sensitive nervous systems, setting boundaries, and recognizing the signs of nervous system overwhelm.
Read MoreIn a society that often defines success and fulfillment for women through the lens of motherhood, it's essential to honor and celebrate the diverse paths individuals choose for their lives. In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ruby Warrington, author of "Women Without Kids," as we delved into the multifaceted world of non-motherhood and the societal constructs that perpetuate binary thinking and erode the value of alternative choices.
Read MoreDespite the wealth of research on trauma and what truly helps when people are suffering, the fields of psychiatry and psychology stubbornly cling to pathologizing, dogmatic and harmful ways of approaching mental health which are counterintuitive to healing. The voices of those with lived experience and dissenting clinicians are silenced under a system that aims to uphold the status quo. Clinical psychologist and advocate, Noelle Hunter, knows this better than most.
Read MoreMental health concerns have multiple roots and many contributing factors. We cannot reduce mental health symptoms to a single cause or origin. In this episode, we’ll be discussing what a truly holistic framework for mental health looks like…
Read MoreOur emotions are vital, and yet we have deep set cultural myths that often prevent us from feeling, expressing, and releasing our emotions. What if the path to healing wasn't learning to "control" or "manage" our emotions, but instead learn to expand our capacity to feel intensity without betraying our self-trust?
Read MoreWe know that autoimmune diseases like Celiac disease can deeply impact the gut, but surprisingly, it can also affect the brain and one’s mental and emotional health. Read on to learn the lesser known symptoms of celiac and the trifecta of trauma, inflammation, and mental health issues…
Read MoreA holistic lens is necessary now, at a time when we are less emotionally well than ever, and traditional systems are no longer working for us. If you’re asking: Am I crazy? Or is it my hormones, biology, society, a spiritual awakening, etc.? this is for you. Here’s what it means to take a holistic lens to our mental health…
Read MoreFor me, alone time is not only non-negotiable and sacred, but it’s also how I deeply nourish myself, cultivate my skills, seed my desires and goals, ground, come back to my center, and also have fun. Yet, many of us equate alone time with loneliness. Here are a few simple ways I’ve learned to love my alone time and cope with loneliness…
Read MoreA few weeks ago I sat down for a candid and intimate conversation with a dear friend, Lilly King. We talked about the realities of navigating mental and physical health concerns within a fractured health care system. Read more to find out our best tips for advocating for yourself, how to talk to doctors, and how to build a care team.
Read MoreIf you identify as a people pleaser, you may not realize that people-pleasing is actually a survival strategy and often a response to trauma or extreme stress. It's hard to move through once we pick up the habitual response of pleasing or appeasing others, but it is IS possible to overcome, here’s how…
Read MoreHow we handle conflict determines the difference between creating deeper intimacy and feeling isolated and alone. Crucial conversations are our chance to step up, take a risk, and develop more self-trust in our ability to advocate for ourselves WHILE deepening our relationships….
Read MoreHealthy relationships are the greatest predictor of happiness. And often, we hide in the relationship, not showing up for who we really are. Learn 7 strategies for taking care of yourself in relationships, showing up more vulnerably, and deepening intimacy in any kind of relationship.
Read MoreHave you ever tried channeled writing to gain more clarity and integration? Channeled writing is just a snazzy way of describing a process of connecting with an energy (life force, spirit, emotions) beyond yourself and letting that wisdom come through your hands onto the page. It's nothing fancy and anyone can do it.
I give channeled writing prompts to my clients ALL THE TIME because it can unearth so much inner wisdom. Think of channeled writing like a mini self-therapy session.
Read MoreSometimes things get worse before they get better. If you've ever been through a "healing crisis," you know just how true this is. A healing crisis is a temporary worsening of symptoms during the healing process. I’ve struggled with an autoimmune disease for a while, but the last couple of months were a true challenge for me. Read what I did and how I survived.
Read MoreOne of the most common harmful misconceptions is that there are some mental health conditions that are too serious for people to recover from. People suffering from psychosis are much more likely to be survivors of violence, abuse, and trauma than perpetrators of it. However, psychosis, just like any kind of crisis, can be an opportunity for transformation.
Read MoreMany people that struggle with trauma and emotional pain also suffer from some chronic health issues, but never connect the dots. But the problem is, many people have no idea that they have an underlying physical illness and that it can affect their mental, emotional and overall wellbeing.
Read MoreWe all have inner critics, those little voices that enable us to get down to some of the roots of our shame and deepest insecurities. It might sound strange, but your inner critic is actually trying to help you - not destroy you. But how, you might ask? How do those hurtful questions help you?
Our inner critics are the doubtful, at times debilitating, thoughts or voices in our heads that love to judge and criticize. But you don’t need to still sit, you can own those voices and actually use them in your advantage.
Read MoreBecome a part of an amazing global community of folks interested in different ways of understanding and supporting mental health issues from a holistic, systemic, and lived experience lens.
With the discussions around gun violence in the US, we often hear a rallying cry for better mental health access and services. However, conflating violence with those deemed mentally ill is problematic enough (often those who are labeled are victims of violence, not perpetrators), not to mention our mental health system itself is utterly broken and unable to honor and provide what folks truly need. It's time we listen to those with lived experience and broaden our understanding of what mental health support can look like on a community level.
Read More[6 min read] One of my favorite moments as a healer and practitioner is getting to witness the joy and ecstasy of someone coming out of a huge emotional release with immense insight, awareness, and power. The moment someone says "I never knew I could feel this good" or "Wow, it felt amazing to let that go". After years of practicing as an experiencer and facilitator, my favorite way to access and return to a state of authenticity is through Breathwork.
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