{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F941165fc-0393-4f8d-bca5-ea693b5eb89e","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"How Trauma Lives in the Body and Shapes Physical Healing with Avonley Lightstone\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/941165fc-0393-4f8d-bca5-ea693b5eb89e\"></iframe>","title":"How Trauma Lives in the Body and Shapes Physical Healing with Avonley Lightstone","description":"What if the pain you survived never fully left\u2014but settled quietly into your body? This episode explores the often-overlooked connection between trauma, the nervous system, and physical illness.\nOn I Awaken, host Archita sits with author Avonley Lightstone to unpack how unprocessed trauma can manifest as chronic pain, numbness, and long-term health challenges. This conversation is for anyone sensing that their body is holding stories their mind learned to silence\u2014and who is ready to listen with compassion and courage.\nAbout the Guest:Avonley Lightstone is the author of Strength of Scars. A trauma survivor, she shares her lived experience of loss, abuse, faith, and physical healing through emotional awareness and self-compassion.\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nTrauma can store itself in the body when emotions are suppressed\n\n\nNumbness and chronic pain may signal unprocessed experiences\n\n\nHealing begins when the body feels safe to feel again\n\n\nForgiveness alone doesn\u2019t complete healing\u2014self-compassion does\n\n\nAwareness and boundaries are essential to breaking trauma patterns\n\n\nHow to Connect With the Guest:Website: http://www.avonleylightstone.com/\u00a0Book: Strength of Scars (Amazon)Social Media: @avonleylightstone\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate.\nWith over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact:\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: podcast@podhub.club\ud83c\udf10 Website: https://www.podhub.club/\ud83d\udccd Based in: India &amp; USA\n\ud83c\udfa7 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\ud83e\udd1d Be a guest: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest\ud83d\udce9 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\n\n\n\n\n\n#podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #traumahealing #mindbodyconnection #healingjourney #emotionalwellness #nervoussystem #bodymemory #traumarecovery #mentalhealthawareness #selfhealing #innerwork #healingfromwithin\n\n\n\u00a0","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/53e90f85-4c63-4534-96f4-de4c63e7ef1e/ztu2zc5wbmc.jpg"}