Why Ignoring Your Pain Blocks Your Nervous System From Accessing True Healing with Somatic Expert Jakob Gričar | EP 117
Born to Heal: Holistic Healing for Optimal HealthShow Notes
What if the key to healing your body is trapped deep inside your nervous system? You've probably heard that changing your mindset can change your health. While there's truth to that, it's missing something crucial. Dr. Katie sits down with Jakob Gričar, a trauma-informed coach and somatic expert, to explore why so many people spend years in therapy without real relief. He shares why when you work with your nervous system and embrace the physical sensations you've been avoiding, yo...
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