What Lies Beneath: The Nervous System's Role in Eating Disorders

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In this episode, we explore the profound ways our experiences shape our bodies, minds, and relationships with ourselves and the world around us. Together, we discuss:

• The Power of Safety in Healing: How creating safety within the body and environment can transform the healing process.
• A Physiological Perspective on Eating Disorders: Understanding the role of the nervous system in eating disorders and how this perspective opens doors to compassionate healing.
• Honoring the Protective System: Exploring the wisdom of our body’s defenses and how they guide us toward deeper connection and recovery.
• Nature and Healing: The interplay between our relationship with nature and its impact on our emotional and physical well-being.
• Healing from Cult and Institutional Trauma: Insights into the unique challenges of cult recovery and how to reclaim your sense of self.

Katie shares her expertise in trauma-informed practices like restorative yoga, Somatic Experiencing, Transforming Touch, and Internal Family Systems, offering practical insights into reconnecting with yourself and finding deep healing.

Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that bridges science, nature, and the innate wisdom of the body.

Katies Bio

Katie Hedges is a trauma-informed healing practitioner dedicated to guiding individuals toward profound transformation and self-reconnection. With expertise in restorative yoga, Somatic Experiencing, Transforming Touch, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), Katie specializes in addressing the complexities of developmental trauma, eating disorders, and the long-term effects of institutional or cult-related abuse.

Her work is grounded in a deep understanding of how lived experiences shape our physiology and how the body holds the key to healing. Katie integrates nature-based practices and a holistic approach to create a safe, supportive space for clients to honor their protective systems, rediscover their inner wisdom, and move toward lasting healing.

Katie’s mission is to empower individuals to reconnect with themselves, their bodies, and the natural world, fostering a profound sense of safety and resilience. Through her work, she offers a compassionate path for those ready to reclaim their lives and thrive.

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode:

• Angela's website: https://www.somashift.org/
• Angela's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somashiftwithangela/

• Katie’s Website: thekatiehedges.com
• Katie’s Facebook: Katie Hedges
• Katie's Email: hedgehogkatie@hotmail.com

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