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. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Health Journey 03:12 Mental Health Challenges and Recovery 08:04 The Impact of Stress on the Brain and Body 12:14 Understanding Stress and its Effects 19:47 Digging Out of Chronic Stress 22:24 Introduction to Alpha Biotics 26:18 The Power of Self-Healing 28:14 Restoring Alignment and Power 31:08 Empowering Self-Healing 34:32 Assessing Alignment and Power 43:49 The Power of Breath Links: DERRICK TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drderrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrick SWIRL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreamgirlswirl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreamgirlswirl/