Intentional Sound Living Podcast: Episode

What is trauma really—and how can you begin healing from it? On this episode of Sound Living with Madi, licensed therapist Jessica Dixon-Neal joins Madi to unpack how trauma shows up in everyday life, why it disconnects us from our true selves, and what practical steps you can take to process it. From expressive art therapy to the science behind trauma stored in the body, this conversation will meet you wherever you are on your healing journey.

You’ll also learn:

• How trauma affects your nervous system
  

• The difference between big T and little t trauma
  

• Why congruence and connection are key to emotional health
  

• Signs you may be powering through unprocessed trauma
  

• And how to start feeling safe again—in your body, in your mind, and in the world
  
  

Whether you're new to therapy, exploring somatic healing, or looking to better support loved ones, this episode is a compassionate, insightful starting point.