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A Way to Live Well Ana Maria Conneely
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5.0 • 9 Ratings
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There is no one size fit's all when it comes to your health and wellbeing. And the way we approach our health will change over the course of our life times.
Education can be one of our best tools towards understanding and refining what might be the best approach in this moment.
Join me and my knowledgeable guests as we discuss different experiences and approaches to living well!
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Trauma, Therapy, and the Nervous System: Insights from Dr. Christina Johnson
In this episode, we sit down with Christina, a psychologist with extensive experience in trauma therapy and holistic mental health care. Christina shares her insights on Polyvagal Theory and the nervous system, exploring how these concepts are crucial to understanding and healing trauma. We discuss practical strategies for nurturing both mind and body, delve into the intricacies of attachment-informed therapy, and highlight the importance of a holistic approach in mental health. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges, Christina's expertise offers valuable guidance for fostering resilience and well-being. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between science and holistic healing.
You can find out more about Christina and how to work with her at www.cpsychology.co.uk -
Body Image and Self-Compassion: Insights from Bec, Clinical Psychologist
In this episode, we sit down with Bec, a clinical psychologist with seven years of experience in the mental health field. Originally from Australia and currently living in the UK, Bec shares her insights on body image from both an individual and societal perspective. We delve into the challenges of the body positive movement, explore ways to befriend your body, and discuss how to heal any ruptures in your relationship with it. Whether you're struggling with body image dissatisfaction or simply looking for a more positive way to connect with your body, this episode offers valuable guidance and support. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding and practical advice from a passionate expert in the field.
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Why do women have more back pain?
Why are women more prone to experiencing back pain? Chronic pain is more then just the issue in our tissue...it is a combination of biological, psychological and socio economic factors.
In this episode we will be discussing some of the most common causes of back pain in women, the reasons why they occur and some of the tools women can use to manage and prevent chronic back pain.
My intention for this episode is for it to be a source of empowerment and support for women.
Join the waitlist for yoga for back support for modern life.
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Food for Back Health
You are what you eat, so the saying goes and more and more we understand just how much our diets impact health and can actually lead to the prevention of certain conditions. But did you know that the food you eat imacts the health of your spine? In today's episode we dig into the foods needed for a healthy spine that lead to a happy life.
Find out more about maintaining a healthy spine on my back health webinar.
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Stella Billerey Naked on the Earth
Stella is a vibrant, passionate and soulful human being, she is an occupational therapist, embodiment and somatic practitioner and teacher and an advocate for accessible yoga.
We discuss embodiment work, working with accute mental health treatment, the language of yoga and creating more inclusive accessible spaces for all, and balancing that with supporting her own wellbeing as a space holder and facilitator of these practices.
She also shares a truly beautiful answer to the question of 'What it means to live well"
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Mental health and Back Pain
Back pain is not all about your back. Certain mental health conditions can amplify your experience of pain. And in turn back pain can cause mental health conditions.
We look at the reasons and some of the tools and techniques you can use to reduce back pain and improve mental health.
To join the waitlist for the Back to Health Programme:
https://chipper-inventor-7983.ck.page/5c8d172923
Customer Reviews
I look forward to every episode
Ana has a lovely relaxed interview style and gets to some really interesting places with her guests. I was delighted to be asked to guest on Ana’s beautiful podcast and to now have the opportunity to have her back on my new show (Levitate with Ryan Nell)!
Insightful
This is a wonderful podcast and I would recommend it to anyone who want a bit more insight into the wellness industry and the different ways of becoming more sustainable, without being made to feel guilty about your current habits! When I listen to this podcast I feel as though I’m having an open and honest chat with friends about wellness and hearing about others journeys really opens my mind to the possibility of pursuing a future in wellness myself!
If you do one new thing today, make it listening to this podcast!
Awesome
I really well produced podcast. Interesting topics and thoughtful insights.