About this course:
This course offers a deep exploration of the mind–body connection, revealing how our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations are intricately linked. Participants will learn how stress, unresolved emotions, and ingrained mental patterns can contribute to physical discomfort, including chronic pain, as well as patterns of emotional eating. Drawing from neuroscience, psychology, and somatic practices, the course blends science with practical tools to help participants better understand what’s happening beneath the surface of their symptoms.
A central focus of the course is uncovering how the brain and nervous system respond to perceived threats—both physical and emotional—and how this impacts the body’s pain signals and appetite regulation. By understanding the role of the stress response, participants gain insight into why chronic pain may persist even after injuries have healed, and why food can become a source of comfort during times of emotional distress. This knowledge empowers participants to move away from self-blame and toward self-compassion.
An essential component of this course is the use of expressive journaling as a powerful bridge between mind and body. Writing freely and without judgment allows participants to give voice to emotions, memories, and body sensations that might otherwise remain hidden or unprocessed. Through guided prompts, participants learn to explore the underlying thoughts and feelings connected to both their physical pain and their relationship with food. This process not only helps release emotional tension but also fosters clarity, self-awareness, and a deeper sense of connection to one’s inner world. Journaling becomes both a therapeutic outlet and a practical tool for tracking patterns, recognizing progress, and reinforcing new, healthier ways of relating to the body.
Practical application is woven into every module, with exercises designed to help participants tune into body cues, calm the nervous system, and identify emotional triggers that influence both pain and eating habits. Techniques such as mindful movement, breathwork, guided journaling, and body scanning help participants reconnect with themselves in a non-judgmental way. The course emphasizes building a toolkit that can be used long after the program ends, ensuring participants have sustainable strategies for managing pain and emotional eating.
Ultimately, this course is about creating a new relationship with the body—one rooted in curiosity, kindness, and awareness. By addressing both the physical and emotional layers of chronic pain and emotional eating, participants can begin to release old patterns, reduce discomfort, and find healthier ways to meet their emotional needs. The result is not only improved well-being, but also a deeper trust in the body’s wisdom and resilience.
The next twelve-week course starts in March, 2026. The cost is $1200 per person, and we’ll be taking deposits after the first of the year.
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