The Hidden Connection Between Trauma & Digestive Health

Can your gut health truly be influenced by trauma? Discover the profound connection between stress, gut health, and physical well-being with our special guest, Maisie Smith-Lovett, a holistic health practitioner and trauma healer. Maisie unravels how legal battles and strained relationships often keep our bodies locked in a perpetual fight-or-flight mode, disrupting our digestive system and overall health. Through her holistic approach, Maisie shares strategies to rebalance gut health and manage stress, paving the way for a more peaceful existence.

Balancing family, work, and personal well-being can seem daunting, but it’s not impossible. We shed light on the art of self-care for parents, emphasizing the importance of small, consistent practices to maintain both mental and physical health. By engaging in activities that activate the five senses and promote emotional awareness, parents can cultivate a nurturing environment for themselves and their children. Maisie also offers insights into fostering emotional intelligence within families, highlighting journaling and collaborative chores as tools to instill gratitude and teamwork among kids.

Stepping into a journey of self-compassion and personal growth, we discuss the concept of the six-part self with Maisie, exploring how identity, worth, approval, acceptance, love, and power interconnect. She encourages listeners to view the process of leaving toxic relationships and past versions of themselves as opportunities for transformation. Through nourishing our bodies, engaging in mindful breathing, and practicing restorative movements, Macy provides a toolkit for stress relief, inviting everyone to embark on a path of healing and self-discovery with her free workbook of journal prompts.