your body speaks | Holistic Healing, Listening to Your Body, Women’s Health Over 40, Christian Health Podcast, Faith-Based
Dr. Brook Sheehan: Chiropractor, Functional Health Practitioner, Creator of bodyOS: the Flow-Based Framework for Whole-Body Healing
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Is it safe to listen to your body after years of ignoring its signals? In this powerful episode of your body speaks, I’m joined by faith-filled dietitian and podcast host Brittany Braswell, RD, for a deep conversation about what it really means to trust your body again—especially after a long season of restriction, binge cycles, or disordered eating patterns. We go beyond the food and dive into the four pillars of health—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual—to explore how they influence...
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Is it safe to listen to your body after years of ignoring its signals? In this powerful episode of your body speaks, I’m joined by faith-filled dietitian and podcast host Brittany Braswell, RD, for a deep conversation about what it really means to trust your body again—especially after a long season of restriction, binge cycles, or disordered eating patterns. We go beyond the food and dive into the four pillars of health—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual—to explore how they influence...
Is it safe to listen to your body after years of ignoring its signals? In this powerful episode of your body speaks, I’m joined by faith-filled dietitian and podcast host Brittany Braswell, RD, for a deep conversation about what it really means to trust your body again—especially after a long season of restriction, binge cycles, or disordered eating patterns. We go beyond the food and dive into the four pillars of health—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual—to explore how they influence...
Before you catch that cold, feel that ache, or find yourself flat on your back… your body tries to warn you. In this episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook walks you through the two earliest signals your immune system sends before a full-blown illness takes over — and what to do about it. You’ll learn: 🔍 The difference between “just tired” and immune-related fatigue🤧 What those random sneezes actually mean (spoiler: it’s not allergies)💧 Why more water isn’t always better — and how much is jus...
In this powerful episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook welcomes John from Midcoast Fascial Therapy—a former critical care nurse turned faith-inspired craniosacral fascial therapist. Together, they dive into the profound intelligence of the fascia system, its role in holding emotional trauma, and how gentle hands-on work can activate deep physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. John shares how a personal search to help his son led to a radical shift in his life—from the ICU to the healing...
You might think of your skin as just your body’s outer layer — a protective shell, a beauty marker, or something to “fix” when it flares up. But what if your skin is actually a messenger? In this episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook explores the emotional, spiritual, and physiological signals woven into your skin’s reactions. From rashes and breakouts to itching and inflammation, your body could be trying to say something deeper — something you’ve been pushing down or avoiding. Big question...
What if your body could tell you exactly what it needs to heal—without a single lab test? In this powerful guest episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook welcomes Laura Laut, a certified Nutrition Response Testing practitioner who specializes in fertility, hormonal imbalances, and pediatric care. Laura shares her personal healing journey from a PCOS diagnosis and severe menstrual pain (including cystic acne and infertility warnings) to full recovery—without medication—thanks to muscle testing...
This one’s for the moments you feel stuck—physically, emotionally, spiritually. In today’s episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan dives into the not-so-glamorous but incredibly common experience of gut silence: constipation, bloating, and digestive shutdown. You’ll hear the story of “Sarah,” a high-achieving woman doing all the right things—and still feeling backed up, bloated, and emotionally heavy. Through the lens of the bodyOS™ framework (physical, spiritual, emotional, and ...
You keep yawning… But you’re not even tired. So what gives? In this episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan invites you to look at yawning through an entirely new lens. Beyond boredom or fatigue, yawning is actually one of your nervous system’s most sophisticated tools for regulation and release. Whether it’s a subtle cry for oxygen, a digestive distress signal, or an emotional reset your body is begging for, excessive yawning is never random. This episode explores the phys...
Chest tightness. That one body whisper that feels impossible to ignore. The pressure that makes you pause, wonder if it’s your heart—and sometimes even sends you spiraling into anxiety. In this episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan shares a powerful real-life story and breaks down one of the most misunderstood symptoms women experience: tightness in the chest. Sometimes it’s physical (like a hiatal hernia), but other times? It’s emotional. Mental. Spiritual. You’ll walk away from th...
You’re up again. 1:43… 3:28… 4:11. Your body woke you up—but what’s it trying to say? In this powerful episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan unpacks the real reasons behind those middle-of-the-night wakeups that leave you feeling exhausted, confused, and disconnected. We often rush to blame hormones, blood sugar, or the wrong supplement (and yes, those can matter)—but when we focus only on the physical, we miss what our body is saying emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Because y...
Welcome to Season 2 of your body speaks—a podcast devoted to helping you hear what your body’s been trying to say all along. In this opening episode, Dr. Brook takes you into the quiet corners of your health—the subtle signs, body cues, and soft nudges that often go unnoticed… until they can’t be ignored. From tight jaws and aching knees to random sneezes and emotional tension, your body is speaking in whispers. But here’s the truth: Your symptoms aren’t random.Your healing doesn’t start with...
In Episode 12 of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan delves into the profound processes of cell division and bone health, emphasizing how your body renews itself and maintains robust bone structure through natural mechanisms. This episode is part of our Science of Being series and offers enlightening insights into supporting your body’s innate capabilities. You’ll learn about the continuous renewal process occurring within you—how your cells divide and bones regenerate, and the vital support ...
In this episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan explores two vital functions that keep you thriving—digestion and immunity. Your gut does so much more than just break down food; it plays a central role in your immune system, brain function, and overall health. This episode uncovers the incredible ways your body processes nutrients, defends against threats, and adapts to its environment. You’ll discover how digestion actually begins in the brain, why gut bacteria impact everything from ...
In this episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan explores two vital functions of the body—pumping and purging. While the heart is known as the body’s primary pump, did you know that other organs, like the lungs, liver, and lymphatic system, also play crucial roles in keeping your body balanced? This episode uncovers how these processes work together to optimize circulation, detoxification, and elimination. You’ll discover how your body efficiently removes waste, why hydration is the key...
In Episode 9 of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan explores two essential functions of the body—perceiving and pulsing. From how your body interprets the world around you through sight, sound, touch, and even lesser-known senses, to how your heart and circulatory system keep every cell nourished and thriving, this episode uncovers the hidden intelligence behind these vital processes. You’ll discover how sensory perception shapes your daily experiences, why proper circulation is the key to vi...
In Episode 8 of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan dives into two essential processes that keep your body thriving—contracting and connecting. Learn how your skeletal muscles and nervous system work together to support strength, balance, and overall health. Discover why these systems are vital for longevity, cognitive function, and even maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. With practical tips and actionable advice, this episode empowers you to optimize your workouts, improve neural commun...
Summary: In Episode 7 of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan explores your body’s innate ability to cleanse and clear itself of toxins. Discover the incredible processes happening every second within your lymphatic system and detox pathways. Learn how these systems keep you healthy and balanced, and why harsh cleanses or fancy detox kits aren’t the answer. With simple, practical steps, this episode empowers you to work with your body—not against it—by supporting its natural detox mechanisms. ...
Summary: In this episode of your body speaks, Dr. Brook Sheehan unpacks the complex and often misunderstood world of supplementation. Are the pills you’re taking helping or hurting you? Drawing from her professional expertise and personal journey, Dr. Brook explores the hidden dangers of over-supplementation, how supplements can disrupt the body’s natural intelligence and the critical importance of tuning into your own unique needs. She offers practical advice to help listeners move away from...
In this episode, Dr. Brook unravels some of the mysteries of the body, diving deep into the incredible intelligence that governs our health and well-being. If you've ever been puzzled by nighttime pain, fevers, or how travel affects digestion, this episode is for you! What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why Pain is Worse at NightExplore how the body’s cortisol levels naturally drop in the evening, intensifying discomfort.Learn simple techniques to improve sleep and reduce nighttime pain, inclu...
In this episode, we dive into the complex world of stress, from understanding the different types, eustress and distress, to exploring how stress affects the body on multiple levels. Our host discusses the silent but impactful role of cortisol, often termed the “stress hormone,” and how our body’s ancient mechanisms respond to modern stressors. Through practical insights, you’ll learn how our biology, particularly our adrenal glands, reacts to various stressors, and why certain physical and e...
Join Dr. Brook in this insightful episode where she dives into the subtle yet significant ways our bodies communicate with us—before it resorts to 'screaming' for help. You'll learn how to interpret these early whispers, make empowered choices, and prevent potential health challenges from escalating. Key Takeaways from the Episode: Today's Focus – Three Subtle Body Whispers: Understand why recognizing the small signs is vital for long-term health. Your body sends out signals, or 'whispe...
your body speaks | Holistic Healing, Listening to Your Body, Women’s Health Over 40, Christian Health Podcast, Faith-Based
Is it safe to listen to your body after years of ignoring its signals? In this powerful episode of your body speaks, I’m joined by faith-filled dietitian and podcast host Brittany Braswell, RD, for a deep conversation about what it really means to trust your body again—especially after a long season of restriction, binge cycles, or disordered eating patterns. We go beyond the food and dive into the four pillars of health—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual—to explore how they influence...
