1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 In this episode of Life’s Checkmark, I talk with Nicole Lemaster, a trauma therapist and coach, about how our bodies store trauma and what true healing can look like. Nicole opens up about her own experiences with trauma and the challenges she faced growing up, sharing insights into the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses many of us don’t realize we carry. We break down how nervous system regulation isn’t just for surviving, but also for stepping into our power and feeling at home in ourselves. Nicole’s honesty and practical methods bring hope for anyone ready to stop feeling stuck and start building real trust with themselves. Come hear why healing is an ongoing journey, and why it’s okay to ask for support. Key Takeaways: What nervous system regulation really means Why trauma responses like freeze and fawn matter Steps to start feeling safe in your body again The power of building self-trust and support systems Healing isn’t about being “done” it’s about growth Connect with Nicole Lemaster: Therapy (California only): Interconnected Heart Nervous system coaching &amp;amp; info: nicolelemaster.com Text Nicole directly at: 925-222-5373 (therapy) or 925-322-0490 (coaching) &amp;nbsp; Purchase Your Copy of Life's Checkmark Book: Inspiring Journeys Beyond Life's Expected Path https://a.co/d/0hPoByPh Podcasting? Want to start? Join Podcaster's Hub https://www.skool.com/lifes-checkmark-1714/about Listen to Life’s Checkmark Podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lifes-checkmark-real-journeys-inspiration-motivation/id1655532499 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1RzjiymntY8HvP42EAcdjz?si=a7ccc512bd264ef7 &amp;nbsp; Life’s Checkmark: Overcoming Adversity, Finding Purpose https://www.lifescheckmark.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/43700254/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/43700254