Body-First Healing Podcast

Feeling drained, disconnected, or like no amount of rest ever feels enough? In this episode, Britt reframes burnout as more than exhaustion, it’s the body’s way of protecting us and signaling when we’ve pushed past our limits. She explores why women are especially vulnerable, how cultural expectations feed depletion, and the nervous system science behind what’s really happening when you hit that wall. You’ll walk away with somatic tools for listening to your body, permission to slow down without shame, and a fresh perspective on burnout as an invitation to realign with what’s truly sustainable and life-giving.Resources:Listen: Zach Bush MD on Forgiveness, Leadership, and The New Humanity - Conscious 500 PodcastRead: Woman Code by Alisa VittiHarvard Study: Silencing the self: Women and depression.Connect with Britt:Instagram: @healwithbrittTikTok: @healwithbrittYouTube: Brittany PiperBody-First Healing Resources:Join the Program: bodyfirsthealing.com/programRead the Book: bodyfirsthealing.com/the-bookTake the Free Mini Course: myhealinghub.com/minicourseoptinWebsite: bodyfirsthealing.com

One of the biggest catalysts for growth and change happens when you become parents, but there’s so much that isn’t talked about in this transition. In this deeply personal episode, Britt is joined by her husband David for an honest look at how parenthood can stir up old wounds, activate your nervous system, and bring your attachment history to the surface. Together, they reflect on their relationship journey—from meeting while Britt was still in the thick of trauma recovery, to navigating codependency in their early years, to finding their footing as parents. They talk about the overstimulation, grief, and identity shifts that come with raising kids, the most rewarding lessons they’ve learned along the way, and their shared dreams for the future.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:Why they have decided to homeschool their kids and other things they're doing differently as parentsHow attachment wounds and codependency can show up in marriage and parentingWhat David has learned about supporting a partner in a hard season of lifeThe biggest challenges and beautiful lessons that have come with becoming parentsHow overstimulation, grief, and identity shifts affect both partners in parentingTheir vision for creating a family oasis and retreat space in MontanaThe unspoken mental and emotional load men often carry in silenceHow our individual healing paths have influenced our marriage and parenting dynamicThe honest truth about trying to balance work, motherhood, partnership, and restConnect with Britt:Instagram: @healwithbrittTikTok: @healwithbrittYouTube: Brittany PiperBody-First Healing Resources:Join the Program: bodyfirsthealing.com/programRead the Book: bodyfirsthealing.com/the-bookTake the Free Mini Course: myhealinghub.com/minicourseoptinWebsite: bodyfirsthealing.com

What does it take to become a somatic practitioner? In this solo episode, Britt shares her personal path to this work, and the many avenues for becoming a trauma-informed coach. She dives deep into what led her to become certified in Somatic Experiencing®, how that credential differs from other trauma-informed training and what SEP training actually looks like. Britt offers her honest reflections on what’s most important when stepping into this role and the four foundational practices she believes every somatic practitioner should be engaging with regularly. She gives insight into navigating the business side of working in the healing space and a quick somatic practice for your understanding relationship to money. Whether you’re looking to add certifications to your toolbelt or are curious of how to get started in this space, Britt is your guide to becoming a somatic practitioner!What you’ll learn:What led Britt to become a Somatic Experiencing PractitionerHow SEP training is structured and what it includesWhat makes somatic work different from other healing modalitiesThe most important (and often overlooked) parts of doing this work wellFour core practices every somatic practitioner should be engaging inBritt’s tips for navigating the business side of the healing space with integrityResources: The Body Keeps The Score by Dr. Bessel VanDerKolkWaking the Tiger by Dr. Peter Levine Somatic Experiencing® International: traumahealing.org The Polyvagal Institute: polyvagalinstitute.orgThe Embody Lab: theembodylab.comConnect with Britt:Instagram: @healwithbrittTikTok: @healwithbrittYouTube: Brittany PiperBody-First Healing Resources:Join the Program: bodyfirsthealing.com/programRead the Book: bodyfirsthealing.com/the-bookTake the Free Mini Course: myhealinghub.com/minicourseoptinWebsite: bodyfirsthealing.com

Britt is here to answer all of your nervous system and somatic healing related questions to help you move the needle in your healing journey! With grounded guidance from her personal and professional experience, she compassionately speaks to the moments we feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. You’ll hear her advice on where to start after trauma, how to navigate hormone-related dysregulation, and what it really means to grow your emotional capacity. Britt also shares nervous system-informed insights on persistent anxiety, commitment fears, chronic fatigue and relational patterns that keep us from feeling safe with others. You’ll walk away feeling more equipped and empowered with practical tools and gentle perspective to support your nervous system, your healing, and your relationships.Connect with Britt:Instagram: @healwithbrittTikTok: @healwithbrittYouTube: Brittany PiperBody-First Healing Resources:Join the Program: bodyfirsthealing.com/programRead the Book: bodyfirsthealing.com/the-bookTake the Free Mini Course: myhealinghub.com/minicourseoptinWebsite: bodyfirsthealing.com

What is somatic healing, really? In this episode, Britt cuts through the noise to bring clarity on what this work is and what it isn’t. From the misconception that somatic healing is about “feeling good” to the myth that discomfort means you’re doing it wrong, she breaks down the truths that often get lost in the mainstream. Through honest stories from her own journey and practical starting points, Britt shows how real healing is less about fixing yourself and more about expanding your capacity to be with all of life, both the light and the heavy. Tune in for tools to get started in your somatic healing journey and signs you’re starting to make progress!You'll learn:How to tell the difference between productive discomfort and retraumatizationWhy “doing the work” might sometimes feel messy or even frustratingThe role of curiosity and gentleness in sustaining long-term healingHow to notice subtle signs of progress that aren’t always obvious at firstWho somatic healing is really for (hint: not just trauma survivors)How religion and somatics can coexistConnect with Britt:Instagram: @healwithbrittTikTok: @healwithbrittYouTube: Brittany PiperBody-First Healing Resources:Join the Program: bodyfirsthealing.com/programRead the Book: bodyfirsthealing.com/the-bookTake the Free Mini Course: myhealinghub.com/minicourseoptinWebsite: bodyfirsthealing.com

So often we confuse chaos for chemistry because your nervous system plays a huge role in who you’re drawn to and how you show up in love. In this first guest episode, Britt sits down with Sabrina Zohar, entrepreneur, dating coach, and host of The Sabrina Zohar Show, to explore why anxious attachment can make chaos feel like home, how childhood patterns resurface in conflict, and what it really takes to build self-trust and healthier bonds through nervous system regulation. Together, they share honesty, clarity, and lived experience to make sense of the messy but deeply human process of creating authentic connection. If you’re ready to show up more authentically in your relationships and start choosing what truly supports your growth and long term happiness, this episode is for you! Connect with Sabrina!Instagram: @thesabrinazoharshowTikTok: @sabrina.zoharPodcast: The Sabrina Zohar ShowConnect with Britt:Instagram: @healwithbrittTikTok: @healwithbrittYouTube: Brittany PiperBody-First Healing Resources:Join the Program: bodyfirsthealing.com/programRead the Book: bodyfirsthealing.com/the-bookTake the Free Mini Course: myhealinghub.com/minicourseoptinWebsite: bodyfirsthealing.com

In this tender and honest first episode, Britt Piper shares what inspired her to create the Body-First Healing Podcast, and why she’s choosing to live life more slowly and intentionally these days. She opens up about what it looked like to chase success at the expense of her body, how burnout became a turning point, and the unexpected grief and growth that came with motherhood and releasing her first book, Body-First Healing.This episode is an invitation to walk alongside Britt in the real, messy, and beautiful parts of healing. It’s a reminder that no one is ever fully healed, and you don’t have to be in order to create a life that feels good and true. If you're craving depth, softness, and a space where your healing gets to be human... you're in the right place.Connect with Britt:Instagram: @healwithbrittTikTok: @healwithbrittYouTube: Brittany PiperBody-First Healing Resources:Join the Program: bodyfirsthealing.com/programRead the Book: bodyfirsthealing.com/the-bookTake the Free Mini Course: myhealinghub.com/minicourseoptinWebsite: bodyfirsthealing.com

This is a space for real, compassionate conversations about nervous system regulation, somatic healing, and the sometimes messy reality of seeking a more authentic path.Hosted by Britt Piper—survivor, Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, and author of Body-First Healing—this show explores what it means to truly heal through the body. Each week, you’ll hear practical tools, personal stories, and expert insights to help you move beyond survival mode, deepen your capacity, and reconnect with yourself.Whether you’re just starting your healing journey or looking to go deeper, this is where you’ll find the knowledge, validation, and support to take the next step.