Janel has a fascinating conversation with Dr. Sam Z - a Chiropractor who works to help clients feel at home in their bodies, rest and heal from the past, and feel like themselves again. Dr. Z shares their diverse background in various healing modalities and their ability to communicate in different metaphorical frameworks. They emphasize the interconnectedness of the mind and body, aiming to bridge logic, science, spirituality, and energy in their practice. The conversation explores the misconceptions surrounding chiropractic care and its purpose beyond back pain relief. Dr. Z discusses the origins of chiropractic and its focus on improving nervous system communication for overall wellness. They also share their passion for working with trauma survivors and their intention to create a healing space for the queer and neurodivergent communities. The discussion delves into the connections between queerness and neurodiversity, as well as the current challenges faced by the transgender community. Dr. Z provides grounding techniques for coping with stress and trauma and emphasizes the importance of individual customization. They also address working with hypermobile patients and the importance of adapting techniques to meet their needs. The conversation concludes with Dr. Z discussing the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals and the need for accommodations in various environments. They share a message about the non-linear healing process and the importance of both subjective and objective measures of progress.

Follow Dr. Sam on Instagram: @doctorsamz

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Learn about his practice at: http://www.doctorsamz.com/

Connect with him at: https://linktr.ee/doctorsamz

To connect with Janel visit: https://www.janelmulligan.com/

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