Dr. Alex Pauley- Health and Wellness Expert

Dr. Alex Pauley is a health coach, wellness expert, and professional speaker who specializing in embodiment practices, somatic movement, and nervous system regulation.

Dr. Pauley shares her powerful journey from surviving a life-threatening illness to finding healing through embodiment practices and mindset shifts. She discusses practical techniques for managing stress, regulating the nervous system, and creating a more aligned life.  In this episode, Dr. Pauley shares about: 

• Her own personal health journey:
  • Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 2
  • Experienced toxic epidermal necrolysis (a severe allergic reaction) at age 20
  • Lived with chronic health challenges throughout her 20s while pursuing education
  • Found healing through connecting with her body and purpose
• The mind-body connection:
  • How chronic stress manifests as physical symptoms
  • Changing language from "battling" illness to "making peace" with your body
  • The importance of seeing yourself and your body as on the same team
• Practical stress management techniques:
  • Somatic movement practices for releasing tension
  • Understanding the brain-body connection during stress responses
  • The power of bilateral stimulation for nervous system regulation
• Breathwork practices:
  • Different types for different needs (activating, balancing, calming)
  • How breathing affects the vagus nerve and nervous system
  • Personalized approaches to finding what works for your body
• Better sleep strategies:
  • Finding meaningful connection before bed
  • Mimicking how the brain naturally falls asleep
  • Breath techniques for better sleep quality

You can connect with Dr. Pauley through the following links: 

• Website: alexpauley.com
• Instagram: @alexcpauley
• Patreon: LiveAlignedWithAlex
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