listen to your gut: somatics, body memory & healing from the inside out

In this episode, Dr. Paige Rainford (DPT) and Melinda Murphy (LPC) dive into somatics: what it is, where it comes from, and why it matters for both mental and physical health.The conversation covers the core principles of somatic work —interoceptionbody memorybottom-up processing — including the science behind gut feelings and the vagus nerve.The hosts explore how somatic therapy differs from traditional talk therapy, how the body stores trauma, and why physical movement can unlock emotional release.They also dig into related topics:advocating for yourself with healthcare providersthe limits of standard lab tests (not fully referenced during this episode)referral patterns in PTbody scans in mindful movementfidget tools and focusexposure therapy for movement fearsthe "comfort crisis" driving modern chronic illness. Resources Mentioned:Comfort Crisis by Michael EasterNeed individualized support? Reach out to Dr. Paige or Melinda at [email protected] with us!Instagram: ⁠⁠@DualForcePodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@thenurturepodtherapy⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@persistencedoc⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠@DualForcePodcast⁠⁠Spotify: Dual Force