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Aug 18
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281 | An Introduction to Trauma-Aware Ay...

Angela Perger
About this episode

The essence of trauma aware Ayurveda is to recognize the difference between tending to the heart and tending to a frightened animal body. It's also recognizing the depths that wholeness includes.

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  • Why lifestyle isn't the whole picture when it comes to health and well-being
  • How nervous system tools and ancient practices help to restore rhythm
  • German New Medicine as a map, not a belief system or way to heal
  • Transitioning away from fear-based "wellness" and toward loving playfulness
  • Mythology to support true healing

 

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Books Mentioned: Nicole Sachs and Regena Thomashauer

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