Healing Disordered Eating Through Somatic Practices with Luis Mojica
Episode Overview
Understanding the connection between the nervous system and eating habits. Using somatic practices to heal from disordered eating. The impact of trauma on our relationship with food. The role of whole foods in supporting mental health. Listening to your body's sensations to find peace with food.
When you locate where your emotions live physically in your body, you now have a direct place to tend to.
In this episode of The Kick Sugar Coach Podcast, Luis Mojica, a somatic therapist and founder of Holistic Life Navigation, shares his journey of overcoming disordered eating by understanding the deep connection between the nervous system and eating habits. Luis opens up about his personal struggles with food, stemming from his intersex condition and the trauma he faced growing up.
He explains how binge eating became a coping mechanism for dealing with anxiety and self-hatred, and how he eventually found healing through somatic practices. By learning to listen to his body and understand the sensations behind his cravings, Luis was able to break free from his unhealthy relationship with food. He also discusses the importance of whole foods and nutrition in supporting mental health, and how small changes in diet can lead to significant improvements in emotional well-being.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with disordered eating or looking to understand the impact of trauma on their relationship with food. Tune in to learn how somatic practices can help you find peace and balance in your life.