Trauma Rewired

Believe it or not, the brain and nervous system process social threat and physical threat the same way, making them equally as harmful to our health. That means that the cultural beliefs that shape our society are causing real trauma and dysregulating our nervous systems.   Today, Jennifer and Elisabeth are talking to Christy Chung, a certified NSI practitioner, advocate and healer, on this episode centered around culture, community, and the nervous system. They discuss how social stressors (such as gender, sexual orientation, race, socioeconomic status, etc.) can cause unsafe relationships with people and society, and the NSI tools that have helped Christy in her racial equity work, as well as on a personal level as a queer, Asian woman.   Christy also sheds light on the impact that long-term social threat, especially racism, has on the health of those affected. Plus,you’ll  learn a few interesting facts you might not know — like how culture has shaped our anatomy and biased our brains!   This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to find out how they can not only support their own nervous system and stay healthy, but change the harmful system of our society. Tune in now!   Topics discussed in this episode:   Christy’s businesses and activist work Unsafe relationships with people, society, and culture Dealing with conflict and repair work with NSI The relationship between social stress and attachment Minority stress theory and social safety theory The impact of chronic stress on the body from an NSI perspective Examples of how culture shapes brain function How Christy uses NSI tools in her work and personal life Making an impact and sacred responsibility   Resources mentioned in this episode: Sonya Renee Taylor Gabor Maté “The neurobiology of social stress resulting from Racism: Implications for pain disparities among racialized minorities” by Joanna M. Hobson, Myles D. Moody, Robert E. Sorge, and Burel R. Goodin The Neuroscience of Human Relationships: Attachment and the Developing Social Brain by Louis Cozolino   Want to learn more about neurosomatic intelligence, and how it can help you and your clients? Join our free workshop with Matt Bush and Melanie Weller on July 27th!  https://neurosomaticintelligence.com/?utm_medium=aff-traumarewired&utm_content&utm_source   Get started training your nervous system with our FREE 2-week offer: https://www.rewiretrial.com Learn more about the Neuro-Somatic Intelligence Coaching program here: https://www.neurosomaticintelligence.com/?utm_medium=aff-traumarewired&utm_content&utm_source   Connect with us on social media: @trauma.rewired   Join the Trauma Rewired Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/761101225132846 Head to https://calendly.com/traumarewired/consultation for a consultation to identify trauma responses in your own life and learn how to train your nervous system to move out of behaviors that aren’t serving you!   FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.drinkag1.com/rewired This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com  

They discuss the impact of trauma on the brain's functioning and relationships. They explore attachment patterns, the development of the brain through social interactions, and the role of the insular cortex. They also touch on John Bowlby's attachment theory and the resiliency of the nervous system. Change is possible and tools are provided for support and hope for positive change.

Hosts Jennifer and Elisabeth jump right into this season’s theme of attachment by discussing the neurobiology of relationships, covering our development from the womb to forming attachments throughout our life.   Using the work of Louis Cozolino in his book, The Neuroscience of Human Relationships: Attachment and the Developing Social Brain, this episode explores the concepts of the social synapse and our brains as social organs. You’ll learn how the brain and nervous system evolved to help us communicate, the impact of dysregulation on relationships, and how attachment styles develop and affect social connection.   By the end of this episode, expect to also have a better understanding of how the brain and nervous system work together, the physiological signals that shape our reality and health, why attachment is a survival need, and MORE.   Tune in to discover the power you have to train your nervous system and change your relationship patterns!   Topics discussed in this episode:   Louis Cozolino’s social synapse and the brain’s development An example of how trauma affects attachment Co-regulation from a neurosomatic perspective The brain as a social organ Blushing and pupil dilation as social signals Why training your visual system is so important Emotional expression and our physiological releases The impact of loneliness on our health Why attachment is a survival need Attachment styles and how they develop How regulating your nervous system improves social connections   Want to learn more about neurosomatic intelligence, and how it can help you and your clients? Join our free workshop with Matt Bush and Melanie Weller on July 27th! https://neurosomaticintelligence.com/ Books mentioned in this episode: The Neuroscience of Human Relationships: Attachment and the Developing Social Brain by Louis Cozolino Lost Connections by Johann Hari   Get started training your nervous system with our FREE 2-week offer: https://www.rewiretrial.com   Connect with us on social media: @trauma.rewired   Join the Trauma Rewired Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/761101225132846   FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.drinkag1.com/rewired This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com  

We’re excited to be back for our third season of Trauma Rewired! In this short episode, Jennifer and Elisabeth give a quick overview of what you can expect from this new season that’s centered around attachment and relationships.   Last season focused on the individual nervous system, laying the groundwork for this season’s exploration of how our nervous systems exist together. This season breaks down issues of attachment in our development and relationships, as well as how the experiences within our communities, in society, and with each other affect our health. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of topics like codependency, narcissism, empathy, and misattunement.   Plus, several exciting guests will be appearing on the show to help us talk about the impact of the vagus nerve on our social connections, our theory that complex trauma is an attachment wound, and more.   Tune in and get ready to start exploring these concepts in our first episode on the Neurobiology of Relationships and Attachment!   Topics discussed in this episode:   Topics we’ll be covering in Season 3 New and old guests we’ve invited on the show How we prepared and recovered for Season 3   Get started training your nervous system with our FREE 2-week offer: https://www.rewiretrial.com Learn more about the Neuro-Somatic Intelligence Coaching program here: https://www.neurosomaticintelligence.com/?utm_medium=aff-traumarewired&utm_content&utm_source   Connect with us on social media: @trauma.rewired   Join the Trauma Rewired Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/761101225132846   FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.drinkag1.com/rewired This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com  

Do you have trouble getting out of your head and into your body? Does your trauma affect your ability to make deep connections with others? For today’s guest, following a neurosomatic intelligence framework allowed her and her partner to build a stronger relationship, while learning more about themselves in the process.   Sharing her NSI experience with hosts Jennifer Wallace and Elisbeth Kristoff is Dr. Jolie Hamilton, a relationship expert who now brings neurosomatic intelligence into her practice. They discuss how our nervous systems interact with each other, healing generational trauma, and the power of using NSI tools anytime, anywhere.   Our nervous systems have the power to comfort or dysregulate ourselves and others, but it’s important to remember that dysregulation is inevitable in any relationship. The key is to expand the capacity of our nervous system, and you can learn that from this interview.   If you have an insecure attachment style, want to try NSI tools with your partner or just want to understand the science of this topic, listen to this episode!   Topics discussed in this episode:   Dr. Jolie’s progress after connecting with NSI/somatics How Dr. Jolie’s clients use NSI tools to combat triggers Interacting with each other’s nervous systems Exploring NSI tools with a partner The cycle of trauma bonding Rewiring patterns and psychodynamic theory Healing generational trauma The collective unconscious Warring internal parts of ourselves Benefits of nervous system regulation   Get more information on the Neuro Somatic Intelligence Certification: https://neurosomaticintelligence.com?aff=traumarewired   Claim your FREE Two weks on Brain Based Wellness: https://www.rewiretrial.com   Join the Trauma Rewired Facebook Group!   Contact Dr. Jolie Hamilton:   Website https://www.jolihamilton.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drjoli_hamilton/   Connect with Trauma Rewired: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trauma.rewired/   FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: www.drinkag1/rewired   This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://podcastboutique.com  

Leadership, especially leadership as an entrepreneur, comes with unavoidable stress. Even those without a history of past trauma can struggle to manage the dysregulation that comes with this kind of consistent stress. Imagine if leaders added nervous system work to their leadership toolkit. Companies and organizations would look and function a lot different, that is for sure!  Sharing her unique perspective on the show today is Margy Feldhuhn, CEO of Interview Connections and executive coach for entrepreneurs. She is also a neurosomatic intelligence certified practitioner, and uses her training to help leaders build resilience and create a safe environment for their team to succeed.  Margy helps us shed light on the ways dysregulation affects our effectiveness as a leader, recounting her own mental health journey processing with grief and other trauma. Plus, hear how simple practices like neuro drills have yielded positive results for her team.  Tune in to learn why nervous system training is beneficial for everyone in leadership! Topics discussed in this episode:  ● Margy’s mental health journey  ● How NSI changed her approach to healing  ● How the nervous system affects leadership  ● Ways Margy integrated NSI into her company  ● Processing grief and childhood trauma  ● Recognizing a flight or fight response  ● How dysregulation shows up in the workplace  ● Why all leaders should have nervous system training  ● Benefits to team performance  Get more information on Margy Feldhoun’s company, Interview Connections, here: https://interviewconnections.com  Connect with Margy:  https://www.instagram.com/heymargy/    https://www.tiktok.com/@heymargy   Start your FREE Brain-Based Wellness 2-week neuro training:  https://www.rewiretrial.com   Get more information on the Neuro Somatic Intelligence Certification:  https://www.neurosomaticintelligence.com?aff=traumarewired   Join the Trauma Rewired Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/761101225132846   Head to https://calendly.com/traumarewired/consultation for a consultation to identify trauma responses in your own life and learn how to train your nervous system to move out of behaviors that aren’t serving you!  Follow Trauma Rewired on IG: https://www.instagram.com/trauma.rewired/    FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.drinkAG1.com/REWIRED.   This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com    

We’re back for another episode on the nervous system and leadership, talking to Jessica Rhodes, the founder of podcast booking agency Interview Connections. They help clients grow their business through visibility, supporting them to use their voice and embrace authenticity. Jessica’s business partner and the CEO of Interview Connections, Margy Feldhoun, helped us discuss the dysregulation many entrepreneurs experience and the benefits of nervous system regulation in business last week. In this episode, we focus on visibility and further dive into the role of neurosomatic intelligence in leadership. Visibility is important not just for our own self-expression and nervous system health, but also for nurturing both professional and personal relationships. Jessica’s own journey to visibility highlights the fear of success, how our traumas play out in business, and the benefits that come after we find a safe space for visibility. If you’re a podcaster, are struggling with burnout or just want to learn how nervous system regulation can improve your sales, this episode is a must-listen!   Topics discussed in this episode:   How NSI has helped Jessica grow in life and business The fear that comes with visibility and success Co-regulating with our audiences Why certain Interview Connections clients succeed more than others The impact of nervous system regulation on sales Setting and respecting boundaries in business Avoiding burnout and dysregulation as an entrepreneur Benefits of nervous system regulation on her team members Leading by example in business and at home The power of communication   Claim your Two FREE weeks of live Nervous System Healing  https://www.rewiretrial.com   Learn more about Neuro-Somatic Intelligence  https://www.neurosomaticintelligence.com?aff=traumarewired   Find more information on Jessica Rhodes and Interview Connections here:  https://www.interviewconnections.com   FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.athleticgreens.com/rewired This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com  

Our society rewards those who work hard, appear to never make mistakes, and seem to have everything under control. We’ve collectively decided on what perfect looks like and attributed perfectionism with the ideal person. What if we told you that perfectionism is actually a protective measure used to prevent oneself from feelings of rejection, abandonment, and worthlessness? These words don’t quite scream “perfect” do they?   Trauma Rewired hosts Jennifer and Elisabeth have touched upon this trauma response before, but today’s episode is a deep dive into how it can develop and lead to harmful avoidance behaviors. They deconstruct perfectionism, including defining the three types of perfectionism and how it interplays with CPTSD elements like the inner critic.   You’ll learn the many health consequences that the chronic stress of perfectionism can cause, and how to distinguish excellence from perfectionism. Jennifer and Elisabeth also share their experience with perfectionism, and how it can push us into burnout or freeze states.   Perfectionism is not an attainable goal, which makes it debilitating and a hindrance to healing trauma. To take the first step towards moving out of perfectionism, tune in!   Topics discussed in this episode:   Defining the 3 types of perfectionism Perfectionism as a trauma response Jennifer’s example of setting yourself up for failure The effects of perfectionism on our health Maladaptive coping mechanisms for perfectionism How to recognize perfectionist behaviors and thinking Jennifer on taking action against her perfectionism Trauma healing, neurosomatic intelligence, and integration Limiting beliefs push the loop of perfectionism Elisabeth on the importance on self-regulation tools in her life How perfectionism negatively affects organizations and employees Steps Elisabeth has taken to heal her perfectionism and workaholism   Claim your two FREE weeks on Brain Based Wellness Our society rewards those who work hard, appear to never make mistakes, and seem to have everything under control. We’ve collectively decided on what perfect looks like and attributed perfectionism with the ideal person. What if we told you that perfectionism is actually a protective measure used to prevent oneself from feelings of rejection, abandonment, and worthlessness? These words don’t quite scream “perfect” do they?   Trauma Rewired hosts Jennifer and Elisabeth have touched upon this trauma response before, but today’s episode is a deep dive into how it can develop and lead to harmful avoidance behaviors. They deconstruct perfectionism, including defining the three types of perfectionism and how it interplays with CPTSD elements like the inner critic.   You’ll learn the many health consequences that the chronic stress of perfectionism can cause, and how to distinguish excellence from perfectionism. Jennifer and Elisabeth also share their experience with perfectionism, and how it can push us into burnout or freeze states.   Perfectionism is not an attainable goal, which makes it debilitating and a hindrance to healing trauma. To take the first step towards moving out of perfectionism, tune in!   Topics discussed in this episode:   Defining the 3 types of perfectionism Perfectionism as a trauma response Jennifer’s example of setting yourself up for failure The effects of perfectionism on our health Maladaptive coping mechanisms for perfectionism How to recognize perfectionist behaviors and thinking Jennifer on taking action against her perfectionism Trauma healing, neurosomatic intelligence, and integration Limiting beliefs push the loop of perfectionism Elisabeth on the importance on self-regulation tools in her life How perfectionism negatively affects organizations and employees Steps Elisabeth has taken to heal her perfectionism and workaholism   Learn more about Elisabeth Kristof and her company, Brain-Based Wellness, here:   https://www.rewiretrial.com   Join the Trauma Rewired Facebook Group!   Do you describe yourself as a perfectionist? Have you thought about why and what the cost is? If you're ready to invest in yourself for high accountability transformation book your free consultation with Jennifer WAlalce here and get the tools to work with your nervous system and make it possible to be present for life and feel safe as a FULL, messy human then book here  https://calendly.com/traumarewired/consultation    Instagram   FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: www.athleticgreens.com/rewired        

Disassociation is one way that our brain keeps us safe from things that may cause us stress or harm. Whether it’s a simple moment of daydreaming or constant state of dissociation in an abusive relationship, being cognitively and physically disconnected is not conducive to healing.  During this episode of Trauma Rewired, Jennifer and Elisabeth discuss the spectrum of dissociation and how it can affect the interoceptive system, or how we process and send information to the brain. They go over the symptoms of dissociation, sharing their personal experiences of dissociation related to childhood trauma.  Our survival brain sees healing as a threat, but there are ways to rehab the deficits in the nervous system to give more clear information to the brain, helping us to think and see more clearly. For example, training our interoceptive system can fight our hypersensitivity to threats and bring us out of disassociation.  To learn what tools can help you retrain your nervous system and the learned conditioned responses that are no longer serving you, tune in to this episode!  Topics discussed in this episode:  ● Misconceptions about dissociation  ● The definition of dissociation and its symptoms  ● Dissociation as a protective mechanism  ● How the interoceptive system works  ● Dissociation and the freeze response  ● How dissociation affects the body and how we feel pain  ● The link to avoidance behavior  ● Tools to bring yourself back from a state of dissociation  ● Body dysmorphia and deficits in the visual system  ● Living in the body to find a safe place to feel and heal  ● Dissociation as an effect of peak somatic experiences  Claim your two FREE weeks: https://rewiretrial.com    FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: www.athleticgreens.com/rewired   Interested in becoming a Neurosomatic Intelligence Coach? Visit:  www.neurosomaticintelligence.com    

In our first episode on emotional repression, we discussed how trauma can cause repressive behaviors and why emotional expression is necessary to living a healthy life. Today, we’re concluding the conversation by addressing two emotions that impedes the healing process: grief and shame.  Matt Bush of Next Level Neuro is back to continue the discussion with hosts Jennifer Wallace and Elisabeth Kristoff. To showcase the effects of grief on the nervous system, they all give examples of client experiences with repressed emotions and their own grief practices.  Despite our innate need to express emotions and have connections with other human beings, expressing even positive emotions can be difficult. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand why positive emotions are so threatening to the nervous system and why minimum effective dose may be the key to healing.  Listen in to learn about how to work through shame, the healing power of nature, and finding safety in emotional expression!  Topics discussed in this episode:  ● Why neuro trainers need to be trauma informed  ● Jennifer’s grief practices and co-regulation  ● How grief affects the nervous system  ● Learning to connect with your grief  ● Shame as an immobilizing and protective emotion  ● Using NSI to work through shame  ● Why positive emotions can be scary to the nervous system  ● How our brain helps us heal    Start your FREE Brain-Based Wellness 2-week neuro training and learn tools to support your Nervous System  https://www.rewiretrial.com   Get more information on the Neuro Somatic Intelligence Certification:  https://www.neurosomaticintelligence.com?aff=traumarewired    Join the Trauma Rewired Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/761101225132846   Connect with Matt Bush:  https://www.nextlevelneuro.com/ and don't forget to mention Trauma Rewired!   FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.athleticgreens.com/rewired    This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com