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Dr. Stephen Porges – Polyvagal-Informed Approaches to Healing

By thehealingplacepodcast | March 11, 2022

I feel honored (the trauma-recovery geek in me was doing a happy dance!) to have had this opportunity to sit down with Dr. Stephen Porges, PhD, researcher, author, speaker, and Polyvagal Institute founding member. Please join us as we discuss:

Dr. Porge’s insights on the vagus nerve, Polyvagal Theory, and its critical importance in trauma recovery
his role as a distinguished university scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium
his philosophies on threat reactions and the impact of trauma on the nervous system
his recently released book, Polyvagal Safety: Attachment, Communication, Self-Regulation
and so much more!

Welcome to The Healing Place Podcast! I am your host, Teri Wellbrock. You can listen in on Pandora, iTunes, Blubrry, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Deezer, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and more, or directly on my website at www.teriwellbrock.com/podcasts/. You can also catch soundbites of our insightful interview on YouTube.

Bio:

“Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He has published more than 400 peer-reviewed papers across several disciplines including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. In 1994 he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders.

He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, (Norton, 2017), co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018) and author of Polyvagal Safety: Attachment, Communication, Self-Regulation (Norton 2021). Dr. Porges is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ (SSP), which is used by therapists to improve social engagement, language processing, and state regulation, as well as to reduce hearing sensitivities.”

** Visit Dr. Porge’s websites: https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/ or https://www.stephenporges.com/

Peace,

Teri

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David Richman – Transformation Expert: Inspiring Deeper Human Connection Through Life-Changing Stories

By thehealingplacepodcast | March 4, 2022

Such a smile-filled and heart-warming conversation with David Richman, transformation expert, best-selling author, motivational speaker, trainer, and consultant. Please join us as we discuss:

David’s insights on transforming your life
his own personal journey through the emotional chaos of cancer and his beloved sister’s diagnosis and death
his philosophies on becoming who you want to be
his books Cycle of Lives: 15 People’s Stories, 5000 Miles, and a Journey Through the Emotional Chaos of Cancer and Winning in the Middle of the Pack: Realizing True Success in Business and In Life
and so much more!

Bio:

“After working in a variety of industries–including launching two start-ups–David Richman entered the financial industry as an advisor. Several years in, he found that his interests were more in managing people and businesses than in managing money. Over the next 15 years, he managed ever-larger businesses for the same Wall Street firm. Among other pursuits, David now works with a nationally-recognized financial services firm committed to keeping the advisor in the forefront.

Over the last 10 years, David has completed over 50 triathlons, including 15 Ironman-distance triathlons (2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, 26.2-mile run), more than 50 runs longer than marathon distance, including several 24-hour runs, running 85 miles in Mexico in the heat of the summer, running 104 miles straight from Santa Barbara to Manhattan Beach, and most recently biking 4,700-miles in just six weeks as he met with the participants of his upcoming book exploring the emotional side of cancer.

As a former sedentary, over-weight, smoker, David knew that he needed to focus not on what others wanted out of him, but on what he wanted out of life. Through lessons learned in business and sport, David introduces the concept of the “middle of the pack” and discusses how to get more out of ourselves than ever imagined. He applies this concept to life and business and adds value to the people he works with coming from the perspective of the “middle of the pack.”

David was born in Miami and raised mostly in the Los Angeles area. He and his wife split their time between homes in Southern California and Southern Nevada. He has worked in real estate, lending, construction, started both an animation company and a skin care company, and then went into financial services. He has college-aged twins who are as aspirational as their father. After losing his sister to brain cancer, David has organized a yearly fundraiser in her memory, the most recent being the impetus for his upcoming book, Cycle of Lives – 15 People’s Stories, 5,000 Miles, and a Journey Through the Emotional Chaos of Cancer.”

** Visit David’s website: https://david-richman.com/

Peace,

Teri

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Laura Formentini – A Mother’s Grief: How Love in Action Heals the Heart

By thehealingplacepodcast | February 25, 2022

Another soulful and profoundly hope-filled conversation, this time with Laura Formentini, author, non-profit photographer, and activist. Please join us as we discuss:

Laura’s insights on the healing power of love
her own personal journey through suicide and grief
her philosophies on sensitivity and life as an empath
her book Twenty-One Olive Trees: A mother’s walk through the grief of suicide to hope and healing
and so much more!

Bio:

“LAURA FORMENTINI is an author, nonprofit photographer, and philanthropist. Through this work, Laura has encountered ordinary people who have accomplished extraordinary things after difficult life events. Laura’s healing was greatly impacted by her belief that while the terrible times you suffer may feel like the end of life as you know it, these difficult times can actually become the catalyst for new growth. Her message for empaths and highly sensitive people is one of love and encouragement. As we rise from our own pain, we can take loving actions that lift others up in the process. Twenty-One Olive Trees: A Mother’s Walk Through the Grief of Suicide to Hope and Healing marks Laura’s debut as an author. She lives nomadically with her family.”

** Visit Laura’s website: https://lauraformentini.com/

Peace,

Teri

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Dr. Debi Silber – Post Betrayal Syndrome: the 5 Stages from Betrayal to Breakthrough

By thehealingplacepodcast | February 18, 2022

I thoroughly enjoyed this thought-provoking and educational conversation with Dr. Debi Silber, founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute; holistic psychologist; health, mindset, and personal development expert; and author of a #1 best-selling book. Please join us as we discuss:

Dr. Debi’s insights on post betrayal transformation
her own personal journey through post betrayal syndrome
her philosophies on the 5 stages of transformation
her dissertation and PhD work on post betrayal syndrome
and so much more!

Bio:

“Dr. Debi Silber is the founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute and is a holistic psychologist, a health, mindset and personal development expert, the author of the #1 bestselling book: The Unshakable Woman: 4 Steps to Rebuilding Your Body, Mind and Life After a Life Crisis and her newest book: Trust Again: Overcoming Betrayal and Regaining Health, Confidence and Happiness. Her recent PhD study on how we experience betrayal made 3 groundbreaking discoveries that changes how long it takes to heal. In addition to being on FOX, CBS, The Dr. Oz Show, TEDx (twice) and more, she’s an award winning speaker, coach and author dedicated to helping people move past their betrayals as well as any other blocks preventing them from the health, work, relationships, confidence and happiness they want most.”

** Visit Dr. Debi’s website: https://thepbtinstitute.com/

Peace,

Teri

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Shawn Harper – Former NFL Football Player and WINologist Shares His Winning Philosophies

By thehealingplacepodcast | February 4, 2022

I feel blessed and empowered after sitting down with Shawn Harper, motivational speaker, former NFL offensive lineman, author, corporate trainer, mindset master, and business owner. Please join us as we discuss:

Shawn’s personal story of winning
his journey of triumph into and beyond the NFL (National Football League)
success vs. winning philosophies
Shawn’s free book offer for listeners: The Winning Edge: 8 Principles that Will Bring Out the Winner in You
and so much more!

Bio:

“With 25 years of experience, Shawn Harper has earned an excellent reputation as one of the nation’s leading corporate motivational speakers! He is a seven-year former NFL offensive lineman who played with the Rams, the Oilers, the Colts, and NFL Europe and now owns and operates American Services and Protection, a multi-million-dollar security services firm headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. His journey
from the grit and grime of the NFL locker room to the corporate culture of the boardroom proved that both worlds can be won by using the same principles and strategies!

Hear his powerful and challenging messages on relevant business topics such as:

– Overcoming adversity
– Building winning teams
– Strategic communications
– Carving out capacity
– Effective leadership
– Creating a winning culture

Audiences are captivated by his wisdom, authority, and energy as he relates real
corporate issues to major life lessons. Humorous anecdotes also help the audience
easily connect with him.”

** Visit Shawn’s website: https://www.shawnharper.org/

Peace,

Teri

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Alex Boianghu – Psycho-Spiritual Growth Via Somatic Therapy for Your Healing Journey

By thehealingplacepodcast | January 28, 2022

I thoroughly enjoyed this deep dive into an enlightening conversation with Alex Boianghu, holistic psychotherapist. Please join us as we discuss:

Alex’s insights on somatic therapy, meditation, and mindfulness
a demonstration (via me!) of his therapeutic approach
his philosophies on feeling “stuck” and how to move out of it
the mind/body/spirit connection
and so much more!

Bio:

“Alex Boianghu is a dedicated and gifted therapist with over 30 years of study and practice. He uses an integrative approach to therapy, emphasizing psycho-spiritual growth grounded in somatic therapy’s focus on the unity of body and mind.
Alex is trained in EMDR, a technique used to help people process and resolve trauma successfully. He is also a gifted couple’s therapist, assisting the partners to reach deep levels of awareness and compassion. With compassion and discernment, Alex guides and models how to positively harness the psycho-dynamic energies we all possess to rediscover our common and innate holistic nature.”

** Visit Alex’s website: https://journeytowholeness.health/

Peace,

Teri

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Nate Rifkin – Daoism and Using the Standing Meditation for Healing

By thehealingplacepodcast | January 21, 2022

I feel grateful to have connected for a soulful conversation with Nate Rifkin, author and Daoist priesthood student. Please join us as we discuss:

Nate’s insights on the 3 bodies: physical, energy, and spiritual
his personal story of triumph and healing
the motivation behind his book The Standing Meditation: Excel in the Modern World Using an Ancient Practice
his philosophies on Daoism
and so much more!

Bio:

“Nate Rifkin has prospered by combining ancient mystical practices with modern strategies for living. Nate used to be suicidal and drank alcohol every morning to get through the day. He dropped out of college, went broke, bankrupt, and even worked on street corners waving around a sign to afford rent and food. But he’s managed to turn his life around, find love, and now has an incredible life. His secret? A practice from the spiritual tradition of Daoism. Nate has published a book on this ancient practice called The Standing Meditation.”

** Visit Nate’s websites: http://thestandingmeditation.com/ and https://naterifkin.com/

Peace,

Teri

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I’m back! Living the #nevergiveup philosophy

By thehealingplacepodcast | January 17, 2022

Hello all of you beautiful trauma-warriors and trauma-advocates!

As you are aware, as fans of the show, the last interview I posted was in December 2021. I had to leave our house quickly due to a health issue (of which I am not yet at liberty to discuss as our legal team has advised against it). However, I have now moved my recording equipment to a friend’s home and am happy to be back up and functioning as host, healer, writer, and trauma-warrior. I promise to share the details as soon as I am able to do so. As a trauma survivor, I am not a fan of keeping quiet about the truth. I have learned that sharing our truths is healing and liberating. And I so very much look forward to doing so with this story. As I believe it will help others heal and find resolution, as well.

I will be editing previously recorded episodes and sharing those at the normally slotted Fridays at 7:00 PM EST.

Thank you for your patience, prayers, and loving support as I travel this part of my healing journey!

In peace & gratitude,

Teri

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Cheryl Ilov – Being a FemiNinja: Forever Fit and Flexible Philosophies

By thehealingplacepodcast | December 24, 2021

I loved this soul-sister connection with Cheryl Ilov, author, physical therapist, martial artist, dancer, and former chronic pain patient as she joined me to discuss her personal journey and warrior work. Please join us as we discuss:

Cheryl’s insights on chronic pain recovery
her personal story of triumph and healing
the motivation behind her books Forever Fit and Flexible: Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond and The Reluctant Ninja: How A Middle-Aged Princess Became a Warrior Queen
her philosophies on using movement to heal, Pilates, holistic healing
and so much more!

Bio:

“Cheryl Ilov is an author, speaker, physical therapist, martial artist, dancer, and former chronic pain patient. She published the award-winning and best-selling book, ‘Forever Fit and Flexible: Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond’ in 2016. With over 20 years’ experience as a physical therapist in private practice, she has helped thousands of clients recover from pain and injuries by integrating the science of physical therapy with the art of movement. She believes that everyone can enjoy vibrant health and vitality, at every stage of life. She is also a second-degree black belt in an ancient Japanese martial art called Ninpo Tai Jutsu. From her own experience of beginning her training at the tender young age of 47 and becoming her teacher’s first female black belt 10 years later, she discovered that there is an incredible amount of strength and power in each and every one of us, just waiting to be unleashed. “

** Visit Cheryl’s website: https://www.cherylilov.com/

Peace,

Teri

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Lois Hollis – Shameguilt Education and Counseling

By thehealingplacepodcast | December 17, 2021

This conversation with Lois Hollis, RN BSN REV, Shameguilt educator, counselor, filmmaker, and author, was intriguing and enlightening. Please join us as we discuss:

Lois’ insights on shameguilt vs. shame and guilt
her personal story of triumph and healing
the motivation behind her films I’m Good and Out of Discord into Harmony
her philosophies on healing anxiety, depression, and other disorders and illnesses
and so much more!

Bio:

“Lois Hollis, RN BSN REV shifts our opinion on one of the most forbidden subjects, shame and guilt. Depression, anxiety, 30 years of migraine headaches, and pain were Lois’ way of life until she learned about the dangers of shame guilt. Her passion is to show the way to love ourselves and others by alleviating the suffering of shame guilt. She shares her 15 years’ experience as a ShameGuilt Educator, Counselor, Filmmaker to give an effective lasting way towards health, wellness, and spiritual maturity. Lois comes with a life-long background in health. She began as a Nurse’ Aide at 12 and continues today at 77. Lois is a trailblazer. She started by developing one of the first Kidney Hemodialysis centers in the United States. Today, Lois brings shame and guilt together as a new field of study.

She is the author of three books and a video on Soulspeaks, an original process that brings peace to our inner personalities. Her newest book, “Now is The Time,” contains her Light Language readings direct from her soul, that expand our spiritual development. Her new film “I’M Good” illustrates shame guilt trickery.”