How exercise, movement and fascia care can help manage stress, trauma and overwhelm with Alexis Overstreet, LCSW

Click to Text Thoughts on Today's EpisodeAre you connected with how your body responds to stress, trauma and overwhelm? Licensed Clinical Social Worker Alexis Overstreet teaches us how exercise can help manage these challenges as well as providing self-care tools to deal with them. We also discuss how caring for the connective tissue can help our mental health.We discussWhat is connective tissueThe benefits of Integrating body awareness into therapy The importance of understanding how stress, trauma and overwhelm impacts us on a body levelVarious terms like brain spotting, TRE (trauma released exercises) and tremoringHow tremors are not something to be feared - they are our body’s way of responding to stressHow using some of the MELT tools like the mini balls can help the stuck stress in our body releaseSimple tools to practice self careEpisodes Discussed:The surprising connection between fascia, chronic pain and overall well being with Sue Hitzmann (Season 15 Episode 3)The Underlying Reason You’re Chronically Exhausted with Hally Brooke (Season 13 Episode 26) Why your tight hip flexors may be a function of your nervous system with Elisabeth Kristof (Season 13 Episode 9)Watch the full interview on YouTube hereConnect with Alexis:www.metaspacewellness.comInstagram: @hey.alexis.oFacebook: Alexis.OverstreetYouTube: @metaspacewellnessTIGHTEN YOUR TINKLERSign up for the Tighten Your Tinkler Signature Program here - use code GRACEDHEALTH for $50 offListen to the episodes with Jenn & Christina:The surprising reason for your back and hip pain (not visible on x-ray) S13E13These two common exercise moves aren't helping your pee issues. Here's why. S15E9TIGHTEN YOUR TINKLERTake control of your body and pelvic floor health - no more pee issues + moreDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.My latest recommended ways to nourish and move your body, mind and spirit: Nourished Notes Bi-Weekly Newsletter30+ Non-Gym Ways to Improve Your Health (free download)Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Instagram: @GracedHealthYouTube: @AmyConnell