In this deeply personal episode of That Was The Moment..., Dr. Amanda Chan shares how her father’s abandonment in childhood left her without a voice—both literally and figuratively. What followed was a long journey of self-discovery, emotional healing, and a profound understanding of the nervous system’s role in trauma.
Now a chiropractor focusing on nervous system regulation, Dr. Chan explains how the body holds onto emotional pain and how triggers, people-pleasing, and physical symptoms are often rooted in unresolved trauma.
She opens up about the healing power of community, the balance between self-care and parenting, and how finding grace in difficult moments helped her reclaim her voice and confidence.
This episode is a raw and inspiring look at how trauma impacts our identity—and how we can rise from it with compassion, science, and support.
Keywords: childhood trauma, abandonment, nervous system, voice loss, emotional healing, parenting balance, chiropractic care, personal growth, self-expression, community support
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