Mental Matters Hosted By Asekho Toto
#121 Healing Through Trauma: Amanda Heart on Holistic Practices and Personal Growth
In this episode, the host interviews Amanda Heart, who discusses her personal experiences with trauma and healing. Amanda shares how physical, sexual, and emotional abuse during her childhood shaped her life and influenced her journey towards healing through sports, journaling, and building supportive relationships. The conversation delves into topics such as holistic healing practices, the importance of movement, nutrition, and meditation in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Amanda elaborates on the use of plant medicine for trauma recovery and offers insights into common misconceptions about fitness and nutrition. She also shares the story behind rebranding her business to Amanda Heart Wellness, reflecting her holistic approach to well-being. The episode concludes with Amanda's advice to her younger self and the profound impact Tupac's poetry had on her life.00:00 Introduction and Gratitude00:58 Discussing Childhood Trauma02:48 Healing Journey and Key Turning Points05:40 Holistic Healing and Its Impact15:24 Fitness and Nutrition Misconceptions20:30 Personal Rebranding and New Beginnings24:45 Final Thoughts and Advice
In this episode, the host interviews Amanda Heart, who discusses her personal experiences with trauma and healing. Amanda shares how physical, sexual, and emotional abuse during her childhood shaped her life and influenced her journey towards healing through sports, journaling, and building supportive relationships. The conversation delves into topics such as holistic healing practices, the importance of movement, nutrition, and meditation in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Amanda elaborates on the use of plant medicine for trauma recovery and offers insights into common misconceptions about fitness and nutrition. She also shares the story behind rebranding her business to Amanda Heart Wellness, reflecting her holistic approach to well-being. The episode concludes with Amanda's advice to her younger self and the profound impact Tupac's poetry had on her life.00:00 Introduction and Gratitude00:58 Discussing Childhood Trauma02:48 Healing Journey and Key Turning Points05:40 Holistic Healing and Its Impact15:24 Fitness and Nutrition Misconceptions20:30 Personal Rebranding and New Beginnings24:45 Final Thoughts and Advice