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April 9, 2024 35 mins

Curious why so many people are taking about trauma these days? Tune in to get the scoop from today’s guest, Laura Phoenix, a movement teacher and bodyworker, who helps people heal from relational trauma through embodiment practices.

Our conversation dives into trauma and trauma recovery, highlighting trauma-sensitive yoga and somatic experiencing. Offering insights into the healing process and the importance of choice and safety in recovery, Laura aims to empower others with tools and support for navigating their healing journey.

Key Takeaways: 

  • trauma is "anything that happens too much, too fast, too soon for the nervous system to handle"
  • trauma-sensitive yoga and how it may differ from conventional yoga
  • the power of choice and agency in healing 
  • understanding somatic experiencing for trauma recovery 
  • how to nurture resilience and foster healing amidst the complexities of trauma


Connect with Laura:

  • FB: https://www.facebook.com/WarriorPoseYoga

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“You ‘da what?” is available on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere you listen to podcasts. You can reach me on  Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@emilygeizer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or by email at emily@emilygeizer.com

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