How Chronic Stress Impacts Your Body—And The Power of Self-Healing

 "Mental health is just like any other aspect of your health."Welcome to another episode of the Pain and Performance Podcast. In this conversation, Swirl shares her personal health journey and how she overcame mental health challenges and physical pain. She discusses the impact of stress on the brain and body, and how chronic stress can lead to pain and dysfunction. Swirl introduces the modality of alpha biotics, which focuses on resetting the brain and restoring balance in the body. She explains the process of the first visit, which includes an intake, education on stress, and a series of tests to assess the body's alignment and power. Swirl also introduces the EDU practice, a movement program that helps maintain balance and strengthen the core of the body. Our conversation concludes with a discussion on the interconnectedness of physical and mental health and the importance of taking deep breaths to bring oneself into the present moment.Takeaways-- Mental health is just as important as physical health, and both should be addressed for overall well-being.-- Chronic stress can lead to pain and dysfunction in the body.-- Alpha biotics is a modality that focuses on resetting the brain and restoring balance in the body.-- Maintaining balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems is crucial for optimal well-being.-- The first visit to AlphaBiotics includes an intake, education on stress, and a series of tests to assess the body's alignment and power.-- The EDU practice is a movement program that helps maintain balance and strengthen the core of the body.-- Taking deep breaths can help bring oneself into the present moment and reduce stress.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Health Journey03:12 Mental Health Challenges and Recovery08:04 The Impact of Stress on the Brain and Body12:14 Understanding Stress and its Effects19:47 Digging Out of Chronic Stress22:24 Introduction to Alpha Biotics26:18 The Power of Self-Healing28:14 Restoring Alignment and Power31:08 Empowering Self-Healing34:32 Assessing Alignment and Power43:49 The Power of BreathLinks: DERRICKTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@drderrickInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrickSWIRLInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/dreamgirlswirl/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dreamgirlswirl/