Childhood trauma and breathing and sleep

In this episode, Lancette VanGuilder interviews Xuan-Thu, an oral facial myofunctional therapist, about the mind-body-spirit connection and the impact of childhood trauma on health. Xuan-Thu  shares her personal experience of childhood trauma and how it inspired her to become a healer. They discuss the physical and emotional effects of trauma, the importance of proper tongue position and nasal breathing, and the polyvagal theory.  Xuan-Thu also guides the audience through a breathing exercise to activate the parasympathetic nervous system. The episode concludes with a discussion on the need for awareness and collaboration in healthcare and providing access to care for all.
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Takeaways

• Childhood trauma can have long-lasting effects on physical and mental health.
• Proper tongue position and nasal breathing are important for overall health and well-being.
• The polyvagal theory explains how trauma can hijack the nervous system and affect the body.
• Awareness and collaboration are key in improving healthcare and breaking through barriers to access care.