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February 11, 2025 60 mins

Licensed therapists, Helen Garcia and Gina Kiem, dive into the complexities of the nervous system, the secrets behind lasting relationships, and the unique challenges of racial trauma.


Resources We Discussed:


Polyvagal Theory:https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/whatispolyvagaltheory

Judith Blackstone:https://realizationprocess.org/judith-blackstone/

Family Constellation Therapy:https://helloalma.com/blog/family-constellation-therapy/

Deb Dana Website: https://www.rhythmofregulation.com/ 


Follow Helen

Linkedin- ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/thehelengarcia/Website -https://www.therestof.me/

⁠Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/thehelengarcia/


Follow Gina Kiem

Website:https://ginakiem-goldcounsel.com/


Chapters

00:00 How Helen Met her Partner

00:39 Gina's Journey: From 15 to Finding Love

01:05 United World Colleges Experience

03:16 The Path to Marriage: Gina and Bob

03:52 Secrets to a Long-Lasting Marriage

06:32 Helen's Story: Career to Commitment07:47 Understanding the Nervous System

09:25 Gina's Career Transition: Teaching to Counseling

10:06 Family Influence and Personal Growth

20:41 Polyvagal Theory and Healing32:38 Exploring Fundamental Disconnectedness

33:07 The Journey of Self-Discovery

34:27 Spiritual Awakening and Polyvagal Theory

36:36 Understanding the Nervous System

40:21 Embracing Cultural Identity

43:55 Healing Through Connection

49:53 Practical Steps for Healing

01:00:03 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

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