NOTE: Irene and Joe recorded this piece in July 2023, which means they do not discuss current world events. This is a general discussion around whether or not one should consume the media in relation to nervous system health and trauma healing. * * * Are you someone [...]
I hear a lot of confusion (mainly from folks outside of my online programs) about what healing trauma actually looks like. Many believe, for example, that releasing stored survival stress requires a big shaking response. This is simply not true. In fact, pushing our system to force out [...]
Most of the people who find this entire world of nervous system health and healing are looking for a way to solve a particular struggle. Maybe it’s a chronic illness, a mental or physical health condition, a pattern of self-sabotage and choosing toxic relationships, or any number of [...]
One of the most common questions I get is: Irene, how do I come out of freeze? The first step is EDUCATION and knowing upfront that coming out of freeze is not a linear path. And that it can be a bumpy ride. Because the thawing process requires [...]
People join SmartBody SmartMind (SBSM) for a LOT of different reasons. They come to this work from different backgrounds, at different ages and with different stories. Many of them come back year upon year, often finding deeper healing with each new session. Our SBSM alumni have said many [...]
I believe that every human being deserves access to nervous system education. And not just the basics. I’m talking about deep learning at the neurophysiological, biological, chemical, threat response, environmental, social engagement, vagus nerve, parasympathetic, autonomic nervous system levels—all of it. And, to be honest, my opinion is [...]
It goes without saying that the sudden loss of a loved one is beyond tough. Even tougher: the loss of a child. Recently, I was asked this question on Instagram: In this new video I answer this question: How do I heal from the sudden [...]
Are you interested in creating consistent vitality in your life? I ask this because today I have a special guest who specializes in helping folks, typically women* in their forties and up, create more well-being through the power of consistent practices and various shifts in mindset and behaviour, [...]
Bold statement I know. But, it is true. It does take time to heal trauma, but WE have to participate. And that healing, in my professional and personal experience, starts with LEARNING. + plus a desire to take charge and make changes + Those changes don't need to [...]
I gotta say, I’m beaming with some pride as I write this post. The interview chat I have for you today is with one of my very first online students. Meet David - we met via Skype (yep, remember that?!) back in 2017 and recorded this round one [...]
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