Trauma Rewired

Matt Bush, an educator and founder of Next Level Neuro, delves into the fascinating neuroscience behind chronic pain and trauma. He explains that chronic pain is often generated by the brain as a protective response, rather than a direct result of injury. The conversation touches on the roles of neurotags, emotional suppression, and complex trauma in amplifying pain experiences. Matt discusses how perfectionism and dissociation contribute to chronic pain, offering hope through multifactorial treatment approaches for those seeking relief.

Join Piper Rose, a coach from ShadowPlay Coaching specializing in perfectionism and rejection sensitivity, as she dives into the neuroscience behind these traits. Discover how perfectionism is often a survival mechanism tied to trauma and societal pressures. Learn about the neurobiology of rejection and the emotional costs of perfectionism. The conversation offers practical tools to shift from people-pleasing to embracing authenticity, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and understanding one's triggers for healing and personal growth.

Dive into the concept of parentification, a subtle form of childhood trauma where kids take on adult responsibilities. Discover how this shapes perfectionism and chronic stress, and the toll it takes on the nervous system. Explore the gut-brain connection and the impact of long-term stress on mental health. Learn strategies for healing through boundary setting and somatic practices, empowering you to reclaim your autonomy. Ultimately, it's about letting go of burdens that were never yours to carry.

Matt Bush, founder of Next Level Neuro and trauma expert, dives into the complex world of PTSD. He discusses why some people struggle with PTSD while others recover, focusing on the role of the nervous system. The conversation highlights how traumatic memories are managed by the brain, particularly the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex. Bush emphasizes the importance of somatic movement and emotional regulation techniques in trauma recovery, proposing that healing is about retraining the nervous system to reintegrate fear rather than reliving the past.

In this insightful discussion, Mari DeLuna, a certified Neurosomatic Intelligence practitioner and trauma coach, reframes ADHD as a set of intelligent nervous system adaptations rather than deficits. She emphasizes that ADHD is about attention regulation, not a lack of attention, and shares the impact of sensory overload on burnout. Mari introduces practical tools like proprioceptive training and highlights the importance of compassion for one’s nervous system. Her personal journey reveals how reframing ADHD can lead to thriving, not just surviving.

Join Anna Gieselman, a neuro-somatic practitioner and founder of Beyond Functional, as she shares her transformative journey through autoimmune disease. Delve into the surprising connection between trauma and immune responses, revealing how the nervous system's evolution shapes our health. Anna emphasizes the importance of emotional processing, boundary-setting, and nervous system regulation for healing. This insightful discussion highlights self-compassion over self-blame, encouraging a deeper understanding of our body's wisdom in the face of chronic illness.

Megan Anna Neff, a clinical psychologist and author, specializes in neurodivergence and co-hosts the Divergent Conversations podcast. In this enlightening discussion, she unpacks the interconnectedness of autism, ADHD, and complex trauma. Neff shares her own journey with late diagnoses and highlights how societal expectations impact neurodiverse identities. The conversation emphasizes reframing trauma as intelligent adaptations and the necessity of a nervous system-first approach to healing, particularly for emotional dysregulation and sensory overload.

Explore the powerful connection between chronic stress, memory, and cognitive function. Discover how neurodivergence can be reframed as a strength rather than a deficit. Dive into the painful link between repressed emotions and physical symptoms, and learn how our beliefs shape our gut health. The conversation emphasizes the body’s role in trauma healing, highlighting the importance of community, emotional integration, and personal journeys. Get ready for a deeper look into grief, joy, and post-traumatic growth in the next season.

Join Christy Nault, a root-cause health practitioner and founder of Hormone Glow Up, as she shares her transformative journey through chronic illness tied to childhood trauma. Discover how unprocessed emotions can manifest in gut issues and impact mental health. Christy explains the vital link between the gut and nervous system, emphasizing personalized healing and emotional integration. She offers practical tips for regulating circadian rhythm and improving gut health, shedding light on how foundational hormones influence overall wellness.

Dr. Tayla Shanaye, a somatic therapist and scholar focused on birth trauma and structural oppression, joins the conversation to explore how systemic ideologies like white supremacy and patriarchy affect our bodies and experiences. She discusses the medicalization of childbirth and how it often prioritizes delivering babies over the well-being of mothers. Tayla also highlights the historical roots of obstetric violence and the need for community support. With insights into somatic abolitionism and collective healing, she advocates for a cultural shift towards validating emotions and reclaiming agency.