In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Colleen dives deep into the powerful connection between the mind and the gut, and how it impacts mental health, hormones, immunity, and overall physical wellness.

Drawing from her work as a functional nutrition practitioner and clinical therapist, Colleen breaks down how chronic stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma show up in the body—and why addressing them in isolation won’t lead to true healing.

She explores:

• How stress and fight-or-flight responses affect digestion, hormones, and immunity
  
• The three nervous system states and why feeling safe is essential for healing
  
• The gut-brain connection and why 90% of serotonin is made in the gut
  
• How nutrition, protein intake, and functional lab testing support mental and physical health
  
• Why chronic illness, hormonal imbalances, and mental health symptoms feed into each other
  

Colleen also shares practical insights for rebuilding your body and mind together, so you can finally feel safe, supported, and empowered on your healing journey.

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