#41 Digestive Issues - No time to absorb

In this deeply honest conversation, a woman shares her experience of symptoms that seem to move through her body.What began as severe period pain and a possible endometriosis diagnosis eventually disappeared… only for thyroid pain and pressure in her chest to appear almost immedi ...  Show more

In this conversation, we explore misophonia — a condition where everyday sounds can trigger intense emotional and physical reactions.Dogs barking.Neighbours moving furniture.People talking.For some, these sounds don’t just irritate…they create rage, tension, and a nervous system ...  Show more

We often think of trauma as something extreme - a dramatic, life-altering event. But trauma isn’t just what happened to us. It’s also how our body learned to survive. It can be quiet, subtle, and long-lasting, shaping how we live, cope, and exist in the world, often unconsciously ...  Show more

In today's episode, Gina continues her discussion of using the body to combat anxiety and build resilience. Dr. Stephen Porges' work developing polyvagal theory is touched upon (along with Deb Dana's contributions) and easy to perform practices for developing tolerance to ...

We’ve all heard the phrase “you are what you eat,” but what if it’s more accurate to say “you feel what you eat”? Behind every meal, snack, or sugar crash is an intricate, fascinating connection between your brain and your gut - one that science is only just beginning to fully un ...  Show more

Many of us are living with chronically dysregulated nervous systems, yet we mistake this reactive state for normal. Research suggests that our nervous system acts as a lens through which we experience reality. But when that lens is out of balance, we start to see threats where no ...  Show more