{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Role of Emotional Health and Trauma in Chronic Illness with Dr. Karyn Shanks","description":"Summary In this insightful conversation, Dr. Karyn Shanks explores the profound connection between mind, body, trauma, and healing. She shares her journey from traditional medicine to a whole person approach, emphasizing the importance of compassion, self-awareness, and understanding the body's innate ability to heal.  &amp;nbsp;Key Topics The journey from traditional medicine to holistic healing The mind-body connection and trauma-informed care The importance of self-awareness and compassion in healing The role of emotional health and trauma in chronic illness Practical strategies for nervous system regulation Guest Name&amp;nbsp; Dr. Karyn Shanks Sound Bites &quot;Healing is a whole person journey.&quot; &quot;Normal doesn't always mean healthy.&quot; &quot;Start with compassion for yourself.&quot;  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Whole Person Healing 01:11 The Journey of a Physician 02:53 Understanding the Body's Healing Capacity 05:19 The Shift from Traditional to Holistic Medicine 08:18 The Importance of Personal Stories in Healing 12:38 Embracing Suffering as Part of Life 15:02 The Healing Process: Listening to the Whole Story 18:31 Functional Medicine: A Holistic Approach 20:28 Mind-Body Connection: Overcoming Misconceptions 24:19 Strategies for Nervous System Regulation 24:39 Mindfulness and Self-Awareness 29:52 The Impact of Society on Health 35:45 Compassion and Self-Reflection 41:54 The Importance of Vulnerability and Connection &amp;nbsp;Resources Unbroken, Reclaim Your Wholeness by Dr. Karyn Shanks - https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0C5F6X9X4 Gabor Mate's work on trauma and healing - https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=Gabor+Mate Kristin Neff's Self-Compassion Workbook - https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1462508322  &amp;nbsp;Guest links Website - https:\/\/karynshanksmd.com Instagram - https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/karenshanksmd\/ &amp;nbsp; Ali's Resources:&amp;nbsp; Consults with Ali&amp;nbsp; BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10&amp;nbsp;www.alidamron.com\/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit &quot;Am I in Perimenopause?&quot; Checklist.&amp;nbsp; What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements) &quot;How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy&quot; Free, On Demand Training Website&amp;nbsp; Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"The Ali Damron Show","author_url":"http:\/\/www.alidamron.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40609590\/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>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/200062115"}