What if your body’s whispers—those nagging gut issues, energy crashes, or random flares—were actually your nervous system trying to get your attention?
In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Lauren Reimer, ND, whose holistic approach to care begins where most systems end: with the nervous system. Together, we dive into what happens when your body feels unsafe for too long—how it copes, how it speaks, and most importantly, how you can begin to listen. Dr. Lauren shares her personal and clinical insights on healing not just the symptoms, but the deeper story underneath them—from childhood patterns to suppressed emotions, from over-exercising to under-fueling. This episode offers a radically compassionate lens on why your body might be stuck in survival mode—and how to shift it gently, powerfully, and sustainably. You’re not broken. You’re just ready to heal differently.
Breaking Down the Conversation
1. Understanding the Nervous System’s Influence
2. Behavior, Lifestyle & the Body’s Rhythms
3. Supplements, Herbs & Personalized Healing
4. Emotional Roots, EMDR & True Recovery
Health is a balance of physical, emotional, and social well-being, deeply tied to the nervous system. As Dr. Lauren highlighted, strong relationships and community ties are as vital as nutrition or exercise, buffering stress and enhancing nervous system health. Amid busy lives, nurturing these connections transforms well-being. Small, intentional changes—whether through relationships, mindful self-care, or personalized strategies—can create lasting impacts. Your health journey is unique, so embrace it with curiosity and compassion. Together, let’s thrive.