In this episode, Dana welcomes Tami Amit, a seasoned psychotherapist and hypnotherapist, with over two decades of experience in guiding individuals to overcome their unconscious barriers and embrace their true selves.

Tami's holistic approach, blending psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, and EMDR, and dreamwork, helps her clients unearth and heal deep-seated traumas and core beliefs that hinder personal growth.

Through engaging storytelling and insightful teaching, Tami sheds light on trauma's multifaceted nature, emphasizing that it's not just about the events themselves but the internal responses they trigger.

Listeners gain valuable insights into trauma's impact on the brain, the subconscious, and the body, along with practical strategies for healing and self-discovery.

Tune in to discover how Tami's integrative approach empowers individuals to lead more authentic, compassionate, and fulfilling lives.

Learn more about Tami's work, her books, and follow her social handles by visiting her website.

In this episode, Dana Smith welcomes Alora Kubanek, a wellness professional with over 20 years of experience, who shares her transformative journey of befriending her body. Alora discusses her unique approach to wellness, integrating her background in dance, rehabilitative exercise, trauma-informed movement, Pilates, and expressive arts to help clients transform their relationships with their bodies.

Discover how Alora's embodied understanding of the nervous system and trauma reshaped her views on self-care and body image, leading her to see her body as a life partner rather than a machine. Tune in to explore somatic intelligence and how everyday movement can become a powerful tool for self-expression and healing.

At the time of recording, this guest was using a different name. Don't be confused, Amy is indeed Alora.

Learn more about Alora and her work here.

Resource mentioned: Crystal Pite, Wordless Language on YouTube.

In this episode, educator and massage therapy clinician Eric Purves joins Dana for a deep dive into pain science and evidence-based massage therapy, offering valuable insights for both professionals and those experiencing chronic pain. Their discussion encourages listeners to reflect on how their thoughts, ideas, and blindspots influence their bodily experiences and clinical practices. Eric emphasizes the importance of manual therapists asking themselves reflective questions to become more receptive to new information, ultimately helping them serve as more effective and supportive clinicians for their patients.

Learn more about his work, subscribe, and tune into his podcast:

Website: https://ericpurves.com/

Purves Versus Pain Podcast: https://ericpurves.com/podcast-2/

Join Dana and creativity coach Dr. Marion Piper as they explore the role of creativity in personal wellness and post-traumatic growth.

Dr. Piper shares her journey and offers practical tips for using creativity as a self-care tool to refill emotional and mental reserves.

Learn how broadening the definition of creativity can transform everyday activities into healing practices.

Discover the parallels between engaging in creative processes and experiencing positive psychological changes after trauma.

Tune in for actionable insights on integrating creativity into daily life for enhanced well-being and resilience.

Books mentioned:

What Doesn't Kill Us, by Stephen Joseph, is an insightful and entertaining account of the new psychology of resilience.

The Body Keeps Score, by Gabor Maté reveals the deep connection between trauma and physical health, offering transformative insights into healing.

Website: https://www.drmarionpiper.com.au/

Substack The Creative Urge: https://thecreativeurge.substack.com/

Podcast, What Doesn't Kill Us: https://www.drmarionpiper.com.au/podcast/

In this episode, Dana and Katherine Golub embark on a journey through activism and self-care, viewed through the lens of sensitivity. Katherine, lifelong activist and seasoned leadership coach, dives deep into the transformative power of aligning personal values with professional goals. These logophiles get into the profound impact of language, examining terms like "discernment" and "radical," and how the conjunction "and" can liberate us from binary thinking.

Listeners will uncover the power of somatic methods in cultivating self-awareness and emotional balance, and gain fresh perspectives on authentic self-nurturing and the profound impact of holding space with presence.

Tune in for an engaging conversation that promises to inspire your unique journey in activism, self-discovery, and holistic well-being.

Resources: Learn more about her work, subscribe to her Love Letter, and tune into her podcast.

Check out her free video portal called Somatic Practices for Social Change with ten short guided practices to help you soothe the nervous system, embody leadership presence, and tune in to inner guidance. Perfect for sensitve folks who want to get involved without getting burned out.

Join Dana Smith and sleep and stress management coach Rebecca Vigelius as they dive deep into the struggles women face with sleep in midlife.

Rebecca shares her journey to becoming a coach and offers practical tips, urging listeners to reframe their beliefs about sleep and self-care. Discover the power of aligning with your body's natural rhythms and implementing a pre-sleep ritual for better sleep quality and overall well-being.

Tune in for actionable insights and transformative strategies to reclaim your sleep and vitality.

Learn more about Rebecca's work and subscribe to her newsletter: https://www.rebeccavigelius.com Instagram: @rebeccavigelius

Meet Dana Smith, a massage therapist and life coach with over 11 years of experience working with people on a healing and transformation path. In this episode she explores the deep connection between physical pain and emotional well-being.

Dana shares her professional evolution from massage therapy to broader healing and transformative practices, driven by her patients' struggles with chronic pain and identity shifts. She discusses body neutrality and how detaching from the story of pain aids in managing it. Dana also reflects on her personal chronic pain experiences, emphasizing the importance of a compassionate relationship with one’s body.

In both of her practices, Dana strives to create a safe space for her clients to explore their physical and emotional sensations without judgment. She advocates for gentle facilitation as a way to aviod stalling the growth process by overwhelming the nervous system.