Soulthentic Podcast

What does your diaphragm have to do with trauma healing?In this episode of the Soulthentic Podcast, I sit down with Alaine Duncan, licensed acupuncturist, SEP and author of The Tao of Trauma, along with Deb DeAngeles, Advanced Rolfer, Qigong Instructor, and SEP.Together, we explore the critical role of the diaphragm system in holding and transforming traumatic stress through the lens of both Chinese Five Element Theory and modern neurobiology.This conversation is a deep dive into the Coherence in the Diaphragm System, which is a hands-on workshop they’re co-teaching in Kansas in 2025, designed for bodyworkers, acupuncturists, therapists, and all healing professionals ready to bring more presence, skill, and embodied wisdom into their trauma-informed care.In This Episode, we discuss:- What the Tao of Trauma framework is and why it matters- How diaphragms (yes, more than one!) store and regulate trauma- The 5 Elements of touch: Respect, Protect, Encourage, Love & Support- Signs the body is holding unprocessed trauma- Somatic tools for consent, pacing & titration in healing- Insights from Alaine & Deb's personal and professional journeys- What to expect in their hands-on diaphragm workshop in KansasWorkshop Details:Coherence in the Diaphragm System: A Hands-On Tao of Trauma Workshop📍 Location: Kansas👩‍🏫 Led by: Alaine Duncan, M.Ac., L.Ac., SEP & Deb DeAngeles, Advanced Rolfer, Qigong Instructor, SEP🔗 Register here: https://integrativehealingworks.net/Like, comment & subscribe if this episode sparked something for you. Share it with a practitioner friend who would benefit!

In this Soulthentic Podcast episode, I’m joined by Alaine Duncan, acupuncturist and author of The Tao of Trauma, and Tracey Post, LCSW and CEO of the Princeton Center for Mindbody Healing. Together, they are co-facilitating the next 2025-2026 Tao of Trauma training—an approach that integrates the neurobiology of traumatic stress with Chinese medicine.In this episode, we explore how this East-meets-West framework offers a unique path for trauma healing—one that honors both the nervous system and the body's deep intelligence. Alaine and Tracey share how trauma is not just a memory stored in the mind but a physiological and energetic imprint held in the bodyand how practitioners across fields can learn to safely and skillfully support its resolution.Whether you’re an acupuncturist, massage therapist, mental health practitioner, or medical provider, this episode will inspire you to look at trauma through a multidimensional lens—and maybe even join the next Tao of Trauma training cohort starting in September 2025.💫 Topics We Explore:What Tao of Trauma is & how it bridges modalitiesThe role of the Five Elements & the Threat-Response CycleWhy trauma isn’t a disorder—it’s a survival responseThe importance of the Vagus Nerve & bottom-up healingReal examples of clinical transformationPersonal insights from Alaine & Tracey’s healing journeysDetails about the upcoming September 2025 cohort and how to join🌿 Join their upcoming free intro class + IG/FB Lives to get a feel for the work before the cohort begins!🎓 Learn more & register for Tao of Trauma training: Join their upcoming free intro class + IG/FB Lives to get a feel for the work before the cohort begins!Register for the June 16, 2025 FREE Class: https://integrativehealingworks.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=deb045cdc4e89719f972d161f&id=a541b59ded&e=390b8cb793Register for the August 10th, 2025 FREE Class:https://integrativehealingworks.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=deb045cdc4e89719f972d161f&id=9bf44fc8f4&e=390b8cb793Register for Tao of Trauma 2025-2026 training: https://integrativehealingworks.net/training/the-tao-of-trauma-2025-26/🌐 Connect with Tracey: www.princetonmindbody.com📘 Learn more about Alaine Duncan & her book: www.integrativehealingworks.net✨ Explore more from me: https://www.drlinhlove.com

In this episode of Soulthentic Podcast, I sit down with the inspiring Dr. Rhonda Rabbitt, who is a Shamanista, Reverend, Doctor, creator, and channel. Together, we explore Rhonda's path into being a force for authenticity. Using a variety of tools such as Erotic Blueprint Coaching, Temple Body Arts, Energy Medicine, along with her years of experience in education and organizational change, and leadership.✨ Topics we cover:Being this blend of shamanness, wisdom, crone magic, and energy medicineThe journey of leadership in organzational change and educationTantra arts, energy medicine, Qi Gong, embodimentPractical tips for practitioners and people wanting to know more about authenticity👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more soulful, healing conversations.🔔 Turn on notifications so you don’t miss our next episode!✨ Whether you're new to Taoist healing or already walking the path, this conversation will leave you feeling grounded, nourished, and inspired.🔗 Connect with Linh & explore more offerings at https://www.linktr.ee/drlinhlove🔗 Connect with Rhonda on Instagram at @rhonda_rabbittStay tuned for more podcasts & interviews like this.Thank you for listening!

In this episode of Soulthentic Podcast, I sit down with the radiant Solla Pizzuto, Senior Universal Tao Instructor and Global Chi Nei Tsang Practitioner trained by Master Mantak Chia. Together, we explore Solla’s powerful path into Taoist healing arts and how Chi Nei Tsang, an abdominal massage rooted in ancient Taoism can release emotional imprints. Solla shares how she came to this practice, how it transformed her relationship with her body and spirit, and why womb healing is vital for reclaiming our intuitive, creative power. She speaks with depth, humor, and wisdom, offering guidance for anyone curious about the energetic body, feminine embodiment, and the Taoist path of inner alchemy.✨ Topics we cover:What is Chi Nei Tsang and how does it work?The journey of becoming a Universal Tao teacherSound healing, somatics & abdominal work, feminine energy, womb wisdom & emotional healingPractical tips for practitioners and people wanting to know more about emotional healing👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more soulful, healing conversations.🔔 Turn on notifications so you don’t miss our next episode!✨ Whether you're new to Taoist healing or already walking the path, this conversation will leave you feeling grounded, nourished, and inspired.🔗 Connect with Linh & explore more offerings at https://www.linktr.ee/drlinhlove🔗 Connect with Solla on Instagram at @sollataoApril 15, 2025 Solla is hosting The Art of Somatic Healing at Yo San University. Visit Solla's instagram for more information!Stay tuned for more podcasts & interviews like this.Thank you for listening!

In this episode of Soulthentic Podcast, I sit down with Jody R. Weiss, a serial entrepreneur, social activist, and lifelong meditator. We dive deep into the concept of feminizing capital, exploring how we can shift financial and business landscapes towards greater equity, heart-centered leadership, and conscious impact.Jody shares insights from her 50 years of meditation, guiding us through a short practice to cultivate presence and clarity. We also discuss her journey as a serial entrepreneur, her passion for social activism, and all the wisdom she's gathered in between.If you're ready to rethink the role of money, leadership, and mindfulness in business, this episode is for you.✨ Listen now and expand your perspective ✨🔗 Connect with Jody R. Weiss: Website: https://jodyrweiss.com/about Expanded Reality Podcast: HTTPS://linktr.ee/jodyrweiss Resources Mentioned: Kashmir Traditions Organizations: Diversified Capital Coalition www.diversifiedcapitalcoalition.com Women Funding the World: www.womenfundingtheworld.com🔗 Connect with Dr. Linh:🌿 https://www.drlinhlove.com💬 Let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode in the comments or DM me on Instagram! Enjoy everyone!

In this episode of the Soulthentic Podcast, we dive into a critical conversation: the cost-effectiveness of preventative medicine vs. conventional medicine. From traditional Chinese medicine and holistic approaches to modern healthcare systems, we explore how prioritizing prevention can save resources while empowering long-term health. Is preventative care truly worth the investment? Let’s break it down together. How to reach Linh? www.drlinhlove.com Instagram: @drlinhlove / @areturntoyin #preventativemedicine #healthcarecosts #holistichealing #soulthenticpodcast #traditionalmedicine #healthyliving #wellnessjourney

In this episode, Linh is joined by guest Emily Hanger, who is a licensed acupuncturist, Chinese medicine practitioner, dancer, psychic medium, and so much more. We dive into topics such as heart medicine, dance as a medium, somatic practices, Chinese Medicine, psychic mediumship, and social media content creation as a path of self-growth and transformation. Join us for this juicy convo! Where to find Emily Hanger? IG: @herbodyelectric Website: emilyhanger.com Where to find Linh? IG/TikTok: @drlinhlove Website: drlinhlove.com

Today, I talk with Ali Levine of @alilevinedesign about how to regulate the nervous system with breath, how to live soul aligned and authentically, finding purpose, breaking through fear, and Chinese Medicine and breathwork energetics weaved through this enlightening conversation! Enjoy! How to connect with Ali Levine? Facebook Group: Breathwork & Nervous System Regulation Sacred Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/2326280584375017 App Store: Breathe and B with Ali Levine https://apps.apple.com/us/app/breathe-and-b/id6446133046 Instagram: @alilevinedesign Website: https://www.alilevine.com/ Awakening with Ali Podcast: https://www.alilevine.com/podcast Stay tuned with me: 🌺 Website: www.drlinhlove.com 🌺 Free Ebooks on Chinese Medicine: https://linktr.ee/drlinhlove 🌺 Listen to more on Soulthentic Podcast with Dr. Linh Love on Apple or Spotify! Many blessings!

Today, I talk about how to live a heart-centered life through the wisdom of mysticism and Chinese medicine. In this video, we explore current energetics, different views of the Heart, and some practices focusing on the heart as the center. Enjoy! Stay tuned with me! 🌺 Website: www.drlinhlove.com 🌺 Free Ebooks on Chinese Medicine: https://linktr.ee/drlinhlove 🌺 Listen to more on Soulthentic Podcast with Dr. Linh Love on Apple or Spotify! Many blessings!

In this episode of Soulthentic Podcast, Linh speaks with Elise Lasko, who is a reiki practitioner, an acupuncturist, a QHHT intern, and an overall magical being. We dive into the journey of navigating burn out, what its like to go to Chinese Medicine school, what Elise’s journey has been learning reiki and QHHT, what QHHT Past Life Regression is, and how it helps. Elise shares her journey, self-care rituals, energetic practices, and her thoughts on living your life with balance and purpose. Join us for this enlightening conversation! Resources: Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique by Dolores Cannon Energy Medicine by Jill Blakeway You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson The Fifth Vital Sign by Lisa Hendricks Fertility Friday by Lisa Hendricks Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho On Guard Oil Blend by Doterra The Big Leap by Jay Hendricks How to reach Elise? corereiki.com Instagram: @coreiki How to reach Linh? DrLinhLove.com Instagram: @drlinhlove

In this episode, Linh is joined by culinary visionary Chef Jo, who is on a mission to advance sustainable culinary literacy while supporting the global shift toward a more compassionate planet through her teachings, and delicious creations. Chef Jo speaks on creating retreats, classes, chef services, detox programs and consultation services help people achieve optimal health and positive living through the experience of nourishing themselves, families and their communities in a fun, simple and delicious way. We dive into Chef Jo's journey of becoming a chef, food as medicine, importance of quality of food, working with dietary preferences, Chinese Medicine, and her favorite superfoods! Join us for this enlightening & fun convo! What resources were included in the show? Natural Health & Healing Bundle AVAILABLE UNITL JUNE 12th: https://drlinh--impactbundles.thrivecart.com/natural-health-and-healing-bundle/?ref=33344433 How to reach Chef Jo? ⁠www.thehealingcuisine.com Instagram: ⁠@thehealingcuisine How to reach Dr. Linh? ⁠www.drlinhlove.com⁠ Instagram:⁠@drlinhlove⁠ Sign up for free Chinese Medicine eBooks + podcast updates: ⁠https://linktr.ee/drlinhlove

In this episode, Linh is joined by guest and friend Jean Pullen, who is multi-talented artist, gardener, cook, musician, best selling book writer, and entrepreneur. Jean is the founder of Regenerate Your Reality. She redesigned her lifestyle, focusing on living simply, learning, unlearning, and eventually teaching. Jean has always questioned the status quo; her passion for truth and environmentalism led her to dismantle her life and begin a journey of self-exploration, changing her inner world and regenerating her reality. What resources were included in the show? Deepak Chopra's 21 Days of Abundance: https://open.spotify.com/show/0LtsgWkOpLdYR7wK0senTX?si=52c7aeb0be334969 Manifesting Land Template: https://www.regenerateyourreality.com/permaculture/dragondreaming Jean's Reading List: https://www.regenerateyourreality.com/suggestedreading How to reach Jean Pullen? www.regenerateyoureality.com Instagram: @regenerateyourreality How to reach Dr. Linh? www.drlinhlove.com Instagram:@drlinhlove Sign up for free Chinese Medicine eBooks + podcast updates: https://linktr.ee/drlinhlove

In this episode, Linh is joined by guest and friend Dr. Mili Shah, who is an acupuncturist and teacher with years of experience helping people with their health and wellness. As a teacher, she found a path of helping her clients and teaching people the tools and practices to help others. Dr. Shah shares her journey of getting there, what she learned, and where she's at now in her journey. She speaks into how spirituality become a pillar in her practice and in life. As Dr. Shah likes to say: begin with the spirit. How to reach Dr. Shah? www.milishahdacm.com IG/TikTok: beginwiththespirit How to reach Dr. Linh? www.drlinhlove.com IG: @drlinhlove TikTok: @iamlinhlove

In this episode, Linh is joined by guest, friend, and colleague Dr. Jordan Maxwell, who is a licensed acupuncturist and chiropractor, as well as a practitioner of many sacred healing arts like tarot, Quantum Healing Hypnosis, and ancestral healing. This episode flows like two friends catching up and sharing their mutual experiences. We dive into what its like to go to acupuncture school, the need for self-care and slowing down in the modern world, inner child healing, astrology, QHHT, ancestral healing, and more! If this peaks your interest, give this fun, enlightening episode a listen! To reach Dr. Jordan Maxwell: https://www.elementsoh.com/ To reach Dr. Linh Love: www.drlinhlove.com IG/Tiktok: @drlinhlove Enjoy!

In this episode, Linh is joined with guest Chloe Hom Banales, who is a Master Practitioner of NLP, Mental Emotional Release®, Hypnotherapy, and a Licensed Acupuncturist. Dr. Chloé Hom Bañales is dedicated to helping her clients connect the strength of their mind to the wisdom of their body in order for them to embody their fullest potential. We discuss Chloe’s journey to studying Chinese Medicine, and how she helps her clients facilitate their optimal state of well-being using tools such as NLP, MER, Hypnotherapy, and Chinese Medicine. Join us for this enlightening conversation! What are the references made in this podcast episode? Power vs. Force by David Hawkins The Emotion Code How can you reach out to Chloe? https://www.chloehom.com/ @dr.chloehom How can you reach out to Linh? @drlinhlove www.drlinhlove.com Below are the timestamps for this episode: 4:00 Chloe’s mental & emotional health journey 6:00 First time with an acupuncturist 6:30 Chloe’s full circle moment to start studying Chinese Medicine 7:45 Permission slip to be yourself 9:00 Not knowing what to do as our purpose 10:30 Linh’s beginning experience with Chinese Medicine 11:00 Taking ownership & sovereignty of what you want to do 13:30 Life is a gift - all that is happening is the now 14:30 Mindset is so important 17:00 Journeying with Psilocybin & Looking Longterm 20:00 Why is it important now to release emotions? How does it affect the body? 20:35 What are emotions? 20:10 Chinese Medicine & Emotions 20:50 Chinese Medicine helps to achieve optimal flow in the body 23:00 Top-down approach 23:30 The gift of fear 24:30 Negative feelings cause a 50% reduction of muscle strength 26:30 Each organ has its own intelligence 28:00 Chinese Medicine deals with specific patterns - the mind & body are inseparable 29:00 Diagnosis of Patterns in Chinese Medicine 31:30 Viewing the person as a person while treating 32:00 Doctor’s perspective on the patient affects the outcome 33:40 Healing multiple timelines - when you do your own healing, we heal generations 35:00 Human Design 36:30 Life is perception 39:30 Tools for coming back to one’s center 42:00 Create space for the new to come in, create an intention for a new outcome 42:30 Following your strategy & intuition and taking aligned action 45:30 Getting clear about who you wanted to work with & being an entrepreneur 47:00 Chloe living her human design profile line of experimentation 48:00 Acupuncture is never just acupuncture 49:00 What made me come alive in this context? 51:00 Rapport opens the door to many possibilities 53:00 Surrounding yourself with models or representations that align in you 54:00 You have permission to do what you want now; let’s slow down and be with this moment now 55:00 What is coming alive within you now?

In this episode, Linh is joined by guest Chris Pearson of Be Well Natural where he uses a holistic approach to client-based support by utilizing nutritional therapy, somatic psychology, biomechanical efficiency, and the deep ecology of consciousness. As a devoted husband and father of three boys and engaged community member, Christopher embodies his deep commitment to sustainable community development, self-determination for every nation, and the liberation of all beings from the cycles of suffering. Christopher is a practitioner of many modalities, including acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Bodywork, and mind-body-spirit counseling. Join us for this enlightening conversation! What are the keywords that come up in this episode? Healing Path, Race, Culture, Identity, Story, Psychology, Qi Gong, Bodywork, Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Community Work, Wound is where the Light comes in, Multi-generational Healing, Ancestral Veneration, Honoring the Elders & their story, Embodiment, Creativity Where can you find Chris? Website: ⁠⁠h⁠⁠ttps://www.bewellnatural.com/⁠ Instagram: @bewellnatural Facebook: Chris Pearson Clinic Number: +1-510-836-0200

In this episode, Linh is joined by guest Iesha Martinez who is a certified herbalist, the owner and founder of Optimom Wellness, and a mother of two boys. She stands for providing health education through herbal products like sea moss, yoni steams, and medicinal herbal teas. Through her personal experience in the healthcare system and a serious medical scare, Iesha learned how to dive deep within herself and prioritize a natural healing lifestyle where she now shares her knowledge and experience to support and help her community. How to reach out to Iesha? https://optimomwellness.com/ How to reach out to Dr. Linh? www.drlinhlove.com

In this episode, Linh is joined by guest Violet Ostuni of Venture Love, which is a wellness company focused on helping women find clarity, have fun and heal through Life, Health, Wellness Coaching, Workshops, and Retreats. Violet is also a birth educator, birth and postpartum doula helping mamas on their epic journey from pregnancy to motherhood because every new mom deserves all the love, guidance, and support. Join us for this enlightening conversation! What are the keywords that come up in this episode? Motherhood, Life Coach, Empowerment, Embodiment, Entrepreneurship, Intuition, Inner Knowing, Calling, Purpose, Spiritual, Breaking Through the Fear, Capricorn, Sharing Our Gifts, Birth Doula, Birth, Body Intelligence, Metamorphosis, Deep Listening, Spiritual Guide, Meditation, Self-Care, Conscious Parenting Where can you find Violet? https://www.ventureviolet.com/ Instagram: @violet_ventures Podcast: Venture Love Podcast

In this episode, Linh is joined by guest, friend, and Chinese medicine practitioner, Sydney Herbst, on talking about the path of studying Chinese Medicine and honoring self-care as an integral part of the path. In this conversation, Sydney shares her health journey and what led her to get interested in Chinese Medicine. She shares more about her perspective of medicine and what it can do for supporting our health & balance. In addition, she speaks to tips on what people should know when studying and how she envisions her path moving forward. Join us in this enlightening conversation! What keywords came up in this episode? Vibrational Medicine, Frequency Medicine, Epstein-Barr, Mentoring, Deep Obsession, Self-care & night time routines Time Recap: 2:00 — Sydney’s Introduction & Health Journey 7:00 — What does Chinese Medicine mean to you? What is your plan moving forward? 7:30 — What can I do to make this person feel more balanced? & Techniques with Chinese Medicine 8:15 — After you graduate, that’s when the real learning begins 9:20 — What population are you excited to support? Women’s Health, Fertility & Autoimmune 10:30 — Attracting in our ideal clients 11:00 — Autoimmune & Chinese Medicine 12:15 — Sydney’s Experience treating autoimmune with TCM 14:00 — How have you grown throughout Chinese Medicine school? 19:00 — How do you take care of yourself during the program? 19:30 — Sydney’s Self-care 25:30 — Walking the Talk as a Doctor 25:50 — The Wounded Healer Archetype: “You cannot give to others, if you cannot give to yourself” 27:00 — We get to rewrite the story of the Wounded Healer to the Empowered Healer 28:00 — Doubts on the Path 33:00 — Where to find Sydney 34:30 — What to know when you are starting the program 36:00 — Using Social Media as a tool to get our message out there Where to connect with Sydney? Instagram: @herbstoacupuncture Be sure to follow Linh at @iamlinhlove for more updates on the podcast & more! Instagram: @iamlinhlove Website: www.linhembodied.com

 In this episode, Linh speaks with guest, Sydney Foltz, who is a certified trauma-informed Conscious-Connected breathwork facilitator and a shamanic energy healer whose mission is to hold you in a safe, sacred, and intentional space for you to break free of your limitations, reclaim the intelligence of your body, and awaken your own inner healer. Join Linh & Sydney in this enlightening conversation about the following topics & more: The Inner Healer is In You, Energy Healing, Coming Home to the Truth, Trauma Informed Conscious-Connected Breathwork, Holding Space, Empowerment, Taking Responsibility, Reclaiming Sovereignty, We Came to Earth to Celebrate, Abundance Is All Around Me, The Breath Helped Me Break Free From the Victim mindset, Healing the Wounded Self, Life Is Happening For Us Not To Us, Living In Love and Not Fear, External Reality Reflects Inner Reality, Sacred Feminine, Sacred Breath Academy, The Power of Breath, Pathomechanism of Breathwork, Purpose of Ceremony, Plant Medicine Integration Where can you reach Sydney? Instagram: tigress_rising_ https://tigressrising.com/ sydbfoltz@gmail.com Where can you reach Linh? Instagram/Tiktok: iamlinhlove linhembodied.com reach@linhembodied.com