Soulthentic Podcast

Dr. Linh Love

Join Dr. Linh and other visionaries, entrepreneurs, experts, and practitioners who are living according to heart and creating positive impact as they go. Through inspiring conversations, we hope to educate, empower, uplift & shift each other to live better. IG: @ReturnToYin @DrLinhLove Substack: www.returntoyin.substack.com Website: www.drlinhlove.com

  1. OCT 8

    074: Trauma Healing & Coherence in the Diaphragm System with Alaine Duncan and Deb DeAngeles | Tao of Trauma

    What does your diaphragm have to do with trauma healing?In this episode of the Soulthentic Podcast, I sit down with Alaine Duncan, licensed acupuncturist, SEP and author of The Tao of Trauma, along with Deb DeAngeles, Advanced Rolfer, Qigong Instructor, and SEP.Together, we explore the critical role of the diaphragm system in holding and transforming traumatic stress through the lens of both Chinese Five Element Theory and modern neurobiology.This conversation is a deep dive into the Coherence in the Diaphragm System, which is a hands-on workshop they’re co-teaching in Kansas in 2025, designed for bodyworkers, acupuncturists, therapists, and all healing professionals ready to bring more presence, skill, and embodied wisdom into their trauma-informed care.In This Episode, we discuss:- What the Tao of Trauma framework is and why it matters- How diaphragms (yes, more than one!) store and regulate trauma- The 5 Elements of touch: Respect, Protect, Encourage, Love & Support- Signs the body is holding unprocessed trauma- Somatic tools for consent, pacing & titration in healing- Insights from Alaine & Deb's personal and professional journeys- What to expect in their hands-on diaphragm workshop in KansasWorkshop Details:Coherence in the Diaphragm System: A Hands-On Tao of Trauma Workshop📍 Location: Kansas👩‍🏫 Led by: Alaine Duncan, M.Ac., L.Ac., SEP & Deb DeAngeles, Advanced Rolfer, Qigong Instructor, SEP🔗 Register here: https://integrativehealingworks.net/Like, comment & subscribe if this episode sparked something for you. Share it with a practitioner friend who would benefit!

    44 min
  2. JUN 11

    073: Healing Trauma Through the Body's Wisdom with Alaine Duncan & Tracey Post | Tao of Trauma

    In this Soulthentic Podcast episode, I’m joined by Alaine Duncan, acupuncturist and author of The Tao of Trauma, and Tracey Post, LCSW and CEO of the Princeton Center for Mindbody Healing. Together, they are co-facilitating the next 2025-2026 Tao of Trauma training—an approach that integrates the neurobiology of traumatic stress with Chinese medicine. In this episode, we explore how this East-meets-West framework offers a unique path for trauma healing—one that honors both the nervous system and the body's deep intelligence. Alaine and Tracey share how trauma is not just a memory stored in the mind but a physiological and energetic imprint held in the bodyand how practitioners across fields can learn to safely and skillfully support its resolution. Whether you’re an acupuncturist, massage therapist, mental health practitioner, or medical provider, this episode will inspire you to look at trauma through a multidimensional lens—and maybe even join the next Tao of Trauma training cohort starting in September 2025. 💫 Topics We Explore: What Tao of Trauma is & how it bridges modalities The role of the Five Elements & the Threat-Response Cycle Why trauma isn’t a disorder—it’s a survival response The importance of the Vagus Nerve & bottom-up healing Real examples of clinical transformation Personal insights from Alaine & Tracey’s healing journeys Details about the upcoming September 2025 cohort and how to join 🌿 Join their upcoming free intro class + IG/FB Lives to get a feel for the work before the cohort begins! 🎓 Learn more & register for Tao of Trauma training: Join their upcoming free intro class + IG/FB Lives to get a feel for the work before the cohort begins! Register for the June 16, 2025 FREE Class: https://integrativehealingworks.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=deb045cdc4e89719f972d161f&id=a541b59ded&e=390b8cb793 Register for the August 10th, 2025 FREE Class: https://integrativehealingworks.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=deb045cdc4e89719f972d161f&id=9bf44fc8f4&e=390b8cb793 Register for Tao of Trauma 2025-2026 training: https://integrativehealingworks.net/training/the-tao-of-trauma-2025-26/🌐 Connect with Tracey: www.princetonmindbody.com📘 Learn more about Alaine Duncan & her book: www.integrativehealingworks.net✨ Explore more from me: https://www.drlinhlove.com

    54 min
  3. MAR 27

    071: Transforming Emotions with Solla Pizzuto, Senior Universal Tao Instructor

    In this episode of Soulthentic Podcast, I sit down with the radiant Solla Pizzuto, Senior Universal Tao Instructor and Global Chi Nei Tsang Practitioner trained by Master Mantak Chia. Together, we explore Solla’s powerful path into Taoist healing arts and how Chi Nei Tsang, an abdominal massage rooted in ancient Taoism can release emotional imprints. Solla shares how she came to this practice, how it transformed her relationship with her body and spirit, and why womb healing is vital for reclaiming our intuitive, creative power. She speaks with depth, humor, and wisdom, offering guidance for anyone curious about the energetic body, feminine embodiment, and the Taoist path of inner alchemy. ✨ Topics we cover: What is Chi Nei Tsang and how does it work? The journey of becoming a Universal Tao teacher Sound healing, somatics & abdominal work, feminine energy, womb wisdom & emotional healing Practical tips for practitioners and people wanting to know more about emotional healing 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more soulful, healing conversations.🔔 Turn on notifications so you don’t miss our next episode! ✨ Whether you're new to Taoist healing or already walking the path, this conversation will leave you feeling grounded, nourished, and inspired. 🔗 Connect with Linh & explore more offerings at https://www.linktr.ee/drlinhlove 🔗 Connect with Solla on Instagram at @sollatao April 15, 2025 Solla is hosting The Art of Somatic Healing at Yo San University. Visit Solla's instagram for more information! Stay tuned for more podcasts & interviews like this. Thank you for listening!

    55 min
5
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4 Ratings

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Join Dr. Linh and other visionaries, entrepreneurs, experts, and practitioners who are living according to heart and creating positive impact as they go. Through inspiring conversations, we hope to educate, empower, uplift & shift each other to live better. IG: @ReturnToYin @DrLinhLove Substack: www.returntoyin.substack.com Website: www.drlinhlove.com