Breaking Free from Trauma: Harnessing the Power of Energy Medicine with Amy Stein

Are you tired of carrying around the weight of past trauma, feeling stuck in negative patterns, and struggling to find a way forward? If so, it may be time to explore the transformative power of energy medicine. In today’s episode, Amy Stein, an herbalist, energy medicine educator, trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, and motivational speaker, shares her journey from surviving to thriving. She discusses her experience with chronic illness and the limitations of traditional Western medicine. Amy emphasizes the importance of listening to and trusting our bodies, as well as addressing trauma and creating a safe space for healing. She introduces the power of breathwork as a tool for connecting with our physical bodies and accessing our inner wisdom. Amy encourages individuals to explore alternative healing modalities and embrace a back-to-basics approach to wellness. Discover how energy medicine can help you break free from trauma and harness the power of healing and growth. Experience the transformative benefits today! “Energy cannot be created nor destroyed, but it can be altered." - Amy Stein Topics Covered: 00:03 - Introduction to the conversation 01:06 - Amy's experience with chronic pain and frustration with traditional medicine 06:00 - Sherry's experience with gut health issues and taking her health into her own hands 10:22 - Forgetting that the mind is just a part of the body 11:17 - Trauma can also be caused by dieting 11:47 - Feeling safe in the body is important for healing 12:25 - The body doesn't know the difference between past and present trauma 13:46  - Awareness and processing of traumatic experiences is crucial for healing 16:29 - Mindset work alone is not enough for healing 20:00 - Energy medicine techniques can alter the body's healing frequency 21:10 - Back to basics approach to healing using energy medicine 21:39 - The body communicates first to the brain 22:08 - Integrating energy medicine and plant medicine for healing 25:39 - The power of intentional breathing and breath work 26:42 - Strengthening intuition and finding answers within through breath work 31:38 - Guided breath work exercise and its benefits 34:59 - Therapy sometimes focuses on past trauma without providing tools 36:20 - Need for trauma-informed care and personalized approaches 38:25 - Belief in the individual's ability to heal and find their own answers 40:05 - Healing is an ongoing process, acceptance of the journey 41:20 - Amy Stein's website for breath sessions and resources Key Takeaways: The importance of listening to and trusting your body The impact of trauma on the body and the need to address it The importance of asking for help and having support in healing The role of breath work in creating a safe and supportive space The importance of getting out of the freeze state for healing Importance of addressing mind, body, and spirit in healing Connect with Amy Stein: Website Free Gift - Can you use your breath to heal? Youtube Connect with Sherry Shaban: ⁠Website⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ YouTube If you’re struggling with self-sabotaging behavior and other non-serving habits that have been keeping you from hitting your health goals, I'd like to invite you to join me in Transformation in Paradise: Metamorphosis Greece this October 12–19, 2024, in Lefkada. Visit www.sherryshaban.com/retreats for more details. If this sounds like something you’d like to learn more about, email me at [email protected] and let's get in touch to go over all the details and answer your questions to determine if this retreat is the right fit for you. Keep it up, Athletes! Sherry