Hi everyone,
welcome back to the Rooted Radio Podcast.
Right now, many of you are weathering storms of the psyche,
less so physical symptoms and more so emotional and spiritual.
So I just want to let you know that the work you're doing is
so sacred and important, and I am so proud of you.
This is a reminder to honor the cyclical nature of life.
To know when it's time to let something die so something new can be
born. It's scary, but it's the place where true healing and transformation happens.
I'm so proud of you all for stepping into the unknown with so much
bravery and courage. With that being said,
we have a lot of topics to dive into today to help you along
on your healing journeys. So let's dive right in.
Your first question was what caused you to have tooth sensitivity?
So tooth sensitivity can
actually come from a few layers of root causes.
On the physical level, enamel erosion or gum recession is common,
which exposes the nerves in the teeth.
But beyond that, chronic dysbiosis,
imbalances in the gut or oral microbiome,
can play a role because inflammation in your gut often shows up in the
mouth first. Trauma can also contribute,
both physical trauma like clenching or grinding,
and emotional trauma. because our nervous system stores tension that manifests in
the jaw and oral tissues. Doing this deeper root cause work is incredibly
helpful for any kind of microbiome or structural issues.
Okay, your next question was, do genetics or trauma traumas play a role in
chronic dysbiosis? Yes,
absolutely. Genetics can set a baseline for your gut flora or
immune responsiveness, but trauma,
especially early life trauma or family stress patterns,
can significantly. impact your gut-brain axis.
Chronic stress can dysregulate your nervous system,
which in turn affects digestion, gut motility,
and the microbiome. Family environment,
patterns of stress, and even generational trauma can also show up in these ways.
And yes, motility modalities like family constellations can sometimes uncover hidden relational
patterns that act as root causes for dysregulation,
which can be really illuminating in a healing journey.
I also love somatic experiencing therapy as a support for generational trauma.
All right. Next topic. What are the lead causes of mitochondrial PTSD
or shutdown, especially in relation to EBVET?
All right. Next topic. What are the lead causes of mitochondrial PTSD
or shutdown, especially in relation to EBV?
So, mitochondria are super sensitive to stress.
Chronic emotional trauma, infections like EBV,
toxins, and nutrient deficiencies can all trigger a type of mitochondrial dysfunction
or what some people call mitochondrial PTSD.
Essentially,
your cells down-regulate energy production to protect themselves,
which looks like fatigue, brain fog,
and chronic stress responses. EBV is particularly notorious
for this because it can lurk in the body and keep the immune system
constantly activated. Keeping your mitochondria in a low-energy defensive state.
But one thing to remember here is that this state is completely reversible,
and I and many of my clients are proof of that.
It takes time and consistency, but when you slowly work through the layers of
physical and emotional stress keeping the body and the mitochondria in that fight-or-flight state,
miracles happen because the body is self-healing.
Your next question was, is dopamine toxicity a root cause or a symptom?
This is a great question. Dopamine dysregulation can be both a symptom and a
root cause, depending on the context. For example,
chronic stress, inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies can impair dopamine receptors,
which makes symptoms like fatigue, low motivation,
or cravings worse. On the flip side,
excessive stimulation, like chronic sugar intake,
stimulants, or certain medications, can create a feedback loop that mimics
dopamine toxicity. So it's usually part of a bigger picture rather than the sole
root cause. It's not something I usually look at because it's naturally addressed with
this kind of root cause work. Your body will naturally test strong for supports
to boost dopamine. Okay, next question.
If I have a high value of a vitamin or mineral
like B12, could it be because I'm not absorbing it properly,
and why? Yes, so high serum levels don't always mean optimal
function. Sometimes, your body can't transport the nutrient into cells efficiently,
so it circulates in the blood instead. This can happen with certain digestive imbalances,
genetic polymorphisms, or liver-kidney dysfunction.
Essentially, the nutrient is there, but your cells can't use it where it matters
the most. Again, this is something that resolves naturally with time,
when you detox and support your gut with the correct order of operations.
Next topic is, can you talk about fascia,
how it gets dehydrated, and how to support it?
So fascia is the connective tissue that wraps around every muscle,
organ, and joint. It literally holds us together.
When fascia gets dehydrated or tense,
it restricts movement, circulation, and even lymphatic flow.
Supporting it involves staying hydrated, moving gently and regularly,
and using somatic techniques like breathing. Stretching,
yoga, or myofascial release.
Myofascial release is a form of hands-on massage for the fascia.
If you have the means for it, this is an amazing modality to explore.
I still work with my own myofascial release practitioner monthly and have found it
super valuable in my own practice. Things like castor oil packs or energy
work can also support fascia by improving circulation and relaxation.
The next topic suggestion on a similar note was about the diaphragm,
abdominate, ugh. On a similar note,
the next topic suggestion was about the diaphragm,
abdomen, and pelvic floor connection.
These three areas are intimately connected as part of what we call the core-inner
unit. When the diaphragm doesn't move well,
often from stress, shallow breathing, or trauma,
it changes the pressure. When the diaphragm doesn't move well,
often from stress,
shallow breathing, or it changes
the pressure.
When or trauma, it is usually the So,
if the diaphragm isn't moving well, it can cause,
often, hypothermia, and the diaphragm moving well,
and it Okay, so we're going go through and and link my favorite Bow
Spring Movement practitioner in the notes below,
if you want to check her out. Okay,
last question. for today was, what are your thoughts on root causes of mouth
breathing at night? Mouth breathing often has multiple root causes,
depending on the person. It could be structural,
like nasal congestion or small airways,
but it can also be a nervous system pattern. Chronic stress,
trauma, or energy stagnation can unconsciously train the body to breathe through
the mouth. Correcting it usually involves a combination of supporting nasal breathing,
relaxing the nervous system, and sometimes working with tongue posture or myofunctional
exercises. I highly recommend mouth taping at night as a good first step if
you've been finding yourself mouth breathing often.
Alright, that's all for today. I'll be covering much more in our next episode
as well. Remember, healing is multi-layered.
It's about addressing the physical, emotional,
and energetic layers together. Keep tuning into your body and thank you as always
for sharing your amazing questions and topic suggestions.
Bye-bye. Bye.
