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Topic: Nervous System

6 Ways To Create Safety in Your Nervous System

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In this solo episode, Grace breaks down what it actually means to create safety in the nervous system — moving beyond the vague advice of "just feel safe" and into six specific, practical approaches that listeners can start using right away. She explores why a dysregulated nervous system keeps responding to non-dangerous things as threats, and why safety isn't something you can think your way into — it has to be felt in the body. 

Grace walks through the power of accepting where you are instead of fighting it, how suppressed emotions keep the system stuck in chronic activation, the role of spiritual connection in co-regulation, and why authentic self-expression may be the deepest safety signal of all. 

Drawing from her own healing journey and clinical experience, she gets honest about what it took to stop performing okayness and start actually feeling it. This episode builds on her popular earlier conversation with Vanessa Blackstone in Episode 24, going deeper with concrete examples and practices. An episode to save and return to — each practice builds over time, and different ones will land for different people.

Referenced episode: Ep 24. How to Create Your Own Authentic Message of Safety with Vanessa Blackstone: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2346801/episodes/15170620

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How your GI Issues are Created by your Nervous System

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If you've been diagnosed with IBS, chronic constipation, cyclic vomiting, or another functional GI issue and your doctor can't find anything structurally wrong — that's actually good news. 

In this episode, Grace sits down with Dr. Jennifer Franklin, one of the first gastropsychologists in the US, to break down the gut-brain connection in a way that's simple, clear, and genuinely hopeful. 

They explore how the autonomic nervous system controls both stress and digestion, why lifelong patterns like people-pleasing and emotional suppression quietly fuel gut symptoms, and how your brain works around the clock to keep certain emotions out of consciousness — and what that means for your body. 

Dr. Franklin shares her powerful "passenger seat" analogy for working with your body instead of against it, and explains why reducing stress is the one intervention with no downside. 

If you've been told "nothing is wrong" but you're still struggling, this conversation reframes that diagnosis as a starting point for real healing — because it's a software problem, not a hardware problem.

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Part 3 Subconscious Reprogramming for Chronic Healing

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In the final part of the Missing Pieces in Your Healing series, we dive into one of the most overlooked aspects of healing: subconscious reprogramming. If you’ve ever felt like you know what to do but still find yourself stuck in the same patterns, this episode is for you.

We’ll explore:

  • Why healing can’t happen from a state of stress or fear
  • What subconscious reprogramming actually means (hint: it’s more than just positive affirmations)
  • How your nervous system responds to deeper belief systems, not just conscious thoughts
  • What shifting your state of being looks like and why it’s key for lasting healing
  • My own journey learning to move from survival to safety

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Finding Comfort & Connection When You Feel Alone During the Holidays

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In this episode of the Heal with Grace podcast, host Grace welcomes back Liana, a mind and body therapist from Elevate Therapy and Wellness, to discuss the emotional challenges the holiday season can bring, including loneliness, grief, and stress from family dynamics. They delve into how these feelings affect the nervous system and offer practical tips for managing emotions, finding meaningful connections, and setting boundaries with family. The conversation also covers the importance of acknowledging and honouring one's feelings, understanding the body's need for social connection, and finding balance in holiday traditions.

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How craniosacral therapy helps you heal

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In this episode, Grace is joined by Liana, a support therapist in the mind-body healing method at Elevate Therapy and Wellness, and Amy Sanders, a licensed massage therapist and craniosacral therapist.

Amy shares her background in occupational and massage therapy, and explains the principles and benefits of craniosacral therapy, emphasizing its role in treating various conditions by working with the body's craniosacral system to influence the central nervous system and thus, the entire body.

Liana shares her personal journey of seeking craniosacral therapy for painful jaw degeneration, highlighting the significant pain relief and nervous system regulation she experienced without undergoing invasive surgery, thanks to Amy's holistic approach. The episode delves into how craniosacral therapy aids self-healing, the impact of respecting the body's pace and signals for safety, and introduces the Safe and Sound Protocol as an additional tool for achieving nervous system regulation.

Amy and Liana's experiences underscore the importance of a trusted therapeutic relationship in navigating chronic symptoms and achieving wellness.

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It is a blessing to be a practitioner in a field that makes a difference in people’s lives. From an early age, I knew that being a therapist was what I was destined to become.

That path has lead me to a deeper understanding of how manual therapy techniques are extremely effective therapies in the treatment of many conditions that create pain and cause problems in the daily lives of both adults and children.

As a graduate of the University of Wisconsin’s program of Occupational Therapy, I began my professional practice in rehabilitation settings ranging from acute to outpatient.

Subsequently, I decided to continue my professional skills by doing post- graduate training in Massage Therapy in 2001. Working as an Occupational Therapist, I witnessed the effectiveness of utilizing manual therapy techniques in treatment of a variety of clinical conditions. After becoming experienced as a massage therapist, I received additional training in CranioSacral Techniques through the Upledger Institute with completion of my Diplomate certification in CranioSacral Therapy. 

My approach to treatment is to help identify the underlying physical patterns that create the symptoms reported by my clients. I achieve this by listening to both the personal reports of my client, and the symptoms manifested within the body. My goal is to help my clients achieve balance both physically and emotionally. I feel it is important to empower my clients to understand how to care for themselves between treatment sessions so that the body can self-correct and heal naturally.

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Why Am I Sick But No One Else Is?

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Welcome to Episode 15 of the Heal with Grace Podcast!

Today, we tackle a complex question many of us grapple with: "Why do I get sick when others around me don't?" It's a reflection often born out of frustration and confusion, especially for those of us navigating chronic health issues without clear causes. 

Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Grace dives into the nuanced interplay between our nervous system, stress, and health. She shares how understanding and managing our unique stress triggers can lead to profound healing and well-being.

In this episode, Grace discusses:

  • How stress and trauma, regardless of their scale, trigger physiological changes that can lead to chronic health conditions.
  • The impact of a constantly activated stress response on our bodies and brains, including heightened cortisol levels and compromised emotional regulation.
  • Effective strategies for calming both the mind and body, focusing on nervous system regulation, brain training, and emotional healing.

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The Science Behind Nervous System Healing

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Welcome to Episode 12 of the Heal with Grace Podcast!

Today’s special guest is Isabelle Tierney, where she shares her journey through burnout to the development of the Feel Good Methodology. Isabelle, a licensed marriage and family therapist, stress management expert, educator, and international speaker, brings her vast experience and personal journey of transformation to enlighten us on fostering a life filled with aliveness, inspiration, and happiness.

In this episode, Grace and Isabelle discuss:

  •  How Isabelle’s experiences and education in international relations, child development, and energy healing provided the foundation for her to confront and transform her life challenges.
  •  Originating from Isabelle's darkest moments of health and marital collapse, how this methodology emerged as a lifeline, not just for her but for many others seeking change.Isabelle reflects on the importance of facing our traumas, acknowledging our past, and the profound growth that comes from navigating through life's adversities.
  •  Isabelle opens up about her struggle with an eating disorder and the double life of appearing successful while battling significant personal turmoil, highlighting a common but often hidden struggle among many, especially women.
  •  The Feel Good Methodology is outlined as a practical tool for identifying stress responses and consciously moving towards a state of balance, or the "Green Zone," through awareness and actionable steps.

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About Isabelle:
Isabelle Tierney is a licensed marriage and family therapist, stress management expert, and international speaker and educator. She holds two master's degrees—one in International Relations from Boston University and another in Child Development from Tufts University. She also holds an energy healing certification from the Barbara Brennan School of Healing. 

After running a successful therapy practice for more than 10 years, Isabelle’s journey took a turn when burnout led to the loss of her health and her marriage. In response, she developed a transformative methodology aimed at fostering a life of aliveness, inspiration, and joy. This methodology, a simple, proven map derived from neuroscience, psychology, and spirituality, has been successfully implemented with diverse audiences, from individuals to corporations such as L’Oréal. For the past several years, Isabelle has trained and certified hundreds of people to practice and facilitate the methodology. She is committed to reaching as many people as possible through her online training programs, speaking engagements, and app.

Website: www.thefeelgoodlife.com

Quiz: www.lifeauditquiz.com

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Instagram: @isabelletierneytherapist

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What Emotional Regulation Looks Like, Part 2

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Welcome to Episode 11 of the Heal with Grace Podcast!

In today's episode, Grace welcomes back Liana Mauro from Elevate Therapy & Wellness. Liana joins us to dive deeper into the intricate relationship between our emotions and physical well-being. Building on the insights from Episode 10, this discussion explores the critical importance of truly experiencing our emotions for holistic healing.

In this episode, Grace and Liana discuss:

  • The significance of embracing our emotions and the impact this has on our body.- Practical guidance on how to feel emotions, addressing common questions about the process of emotional engagement.
  •  The concept of repressed emotions and their connection to chronic illness, offering insights into recognizing and addressing these hidden feelings.
  • Strategies for emotional regulation, including the role of physical movement, journaling, and other practices in emotional processing.
  • The journey of grieving and the importance of creating a safe space for our emotions, allowing for healing and transformation.

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About Liana:
Liana is a holistic psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, trauma, chronic pain and illness and guiding clients in discovering their purpose and meaning.Liana got her Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2008. She then founded her own Pilates studio which she sold after 10.5 years because she felt called to work with clients in a more holistically healing way.  She believes the integration of holistic modalities more effectively heals than approaching healing in parts and incorporates a variety of modalities like movement, dance, breathwork, mindfulness, sound and spirituality.She is an LPC-A, Reiki Master, and fully certified Pilates instructor. 

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3 Tips to Regulate Your Emotions, Part 1

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Welcome to Episode 9 of the Heal with Grace Podcast!

In this episode, we’re exploring the concept of emotional regulation. Grace shares three actionable tips for managing your emotions in a healthy way. This episode is a guide to navigating your emotional world with ease and understanding. Whether emotions overwhelm you or you struggle to feel them, you'll find strategies here to help you achieve emotional balance.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • An introduction to emotional regulation and how to manage reactions to emotions in healthy ways.
  •  Grace’s three tips for regulating your emotions.
  •  The differences between 'feelers' and 'avoiders' and how each can better manage their emotions.
  •  How our past experiences influence our emotional reactions and ways to view them objectively.

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  • Free Nervous System Training: https://healwithgrace.mykajabi.com/training

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