Movement as Medicine: Healing Your Mind Through Your Body

To become a client, visit me at catiaholm.com or leave an anonymous question for the show by calling or texting 956-249-7930. Movement isn't just for physical health—it's powerful medicine for our mental wellbeing too. Science shows that just 30 minutes of moderate movement 3-5 times weekly can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety by releasing mood-enhancing brain chemicals.• Movement helps regulate the nervous system and process trauma stored in the body• Trauma becomes stored as "implicit memories" when we lack language to process experiences• Movement allows processing of emotions without needing conscious awareness of their origins• Shifting from self-control to self-compassion transforms our relationship with movement• Different types of healing movement include mindful movement (yoga, tai chi), creative movement, grounding movement, rhythmic movement, and social movement• Each type of movement taps into different parts of our nervous system, helping regulate mood• Movement doesn't have to be grueling—it can be gentle, playful, and joyful• Our relationship with movement often needs updating as we age and our needs changeCall the anonymous question line at 956-249-7930 or visit catiaholm.com to connect. If Couch Time with Cat has been meaningful to you, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review to help others find this community of care.Support the showCouch Time with Cat isn’t therapy—it’s real conversation designed to support your journey alongside any personal or professional help you're receiving. If you're in emotional crisis or need immediate support, please get in touch with a professional or reach out to a 24/7 helpline like:US: 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)UK: Samaritans at 116 123Australia: Lifeline at 13 11 14Or find local resources through findahelpline.comYou’re not alone. Let’s take this one honest conversation at a time.Follow the show and share it with someone who’s ready for healing, hope, and a more empowered way forward.Show hosted by: Catia Hernandez Holm, LMFT-A Supervised by Susan Gonzales, LMFT-S, LPC-SYou can connect with Catia at couchtimewithcat.com and To become a client visit- catiaholm.com