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The Nourished Nervous SystemThe Somatic Journey: Healing the Pelvic Floor with Donna BrooksSend us a textIn this episode, I welcome Donna Brooks, a respected somatic movement therapist, yoga therapist, and educator with 40 years of experience. Donna shares her background in yoga and somatic movement, her personal journey with pelvic floor issues, and her unique insights into how somatic movement can aid in pelvic floor health. We discuss the physical and emotional aspects of pelvic floor problems, the importance of integrating breath and movement, and Donna’s innovative approaches outlined in her ebook. Our conversation is filled with practical advice and offers a compa...
2025-09-2550 min
The Nourished Nervous SystemSupporting the Body in Times of Grief: Somatic Embodiment with Donna BrooksSend us a textIn this candid and tender conversation, Donna Brooks shares her life story and her transformative journey through somatic embodiment work. She recounts her unconventional path, starting from her childhood in suburban New York, to becoming a dedicated yoga and Feldenkrais instructor. Brooks explores the profound impact of somatic practices on handling grief, including her personal experiences of loss, and emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to self-care. The discussion delves into the emotions tied with grief, the importance of recognizing the body's reactions, and how finding safe...
2024-06-2051 min