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In this episode of the Wild Medicine podcast, Dr. Tara welcomes Emily DeVargas, an intuitive trauma-informed practitioner specializing in energy work.

Emily shares her personal journey into energy healing, discussing her experiences with loss and trauma that shaped her understanding of emotional patterns held in the body.

The conversation explores the transition from animal healing to human healing, the various modalities Emily employs, and the differences between energy work and traditional therapy.

They delve into the emotional connections to food, the quest for safety, and the importance of understanding client needs.

In this conversation, Dr. Tara and Emily DeVargas explore the complexities of intuition, healing, and emotional awareness.

They discuss how to channel intuition positively, the significance of patience in the healing process, and the signs that indicate progress in emotional healing.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing and processing emotions, the challenges of healing, and the need for self-discovery and self-care.

Takeaways

• Emily's journey into energy work began with personal trauma.

• Energy healing focuses on emotional patterns held in the body.

• Animal healing provided a non-judgmental space for Emily to practice.

• Reiki is just one of many modalities Emily uses in her practice.

• Energy work complements traditional therapy by addressing the body and emotions.

• Sustainable weight loss requires addressing emotional patterns, not just diet.

• Many people use food for comfort and emotional regulation.

• Clients often seek healing for unexplained pain or recurring life patterns.

• Intuition plays a significant role in Emily's healing practice.

• Healers also need support and guidance in their own journeys. Emily turned off her intuition due to fear of negative outcomes.

• Realizing that intuitive messages can be supportive and loving is crucial.

• Healing requires patience and cannot be rushed.

• Clients often feel more at peace as they heal.

• Recognizing patterns in the body can aid in healing.

• Healing is a messy and nonlinear process.

• Emotions need to be felt to facilitate healing.

• Self-discovery involves asking what we truly need.

• Numbing emotions can keep us stuck in trauma.

• Healing requires bravery and a willingness to face discomfort.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Energy Work and Emily's Journey

07:04 Transition from Animal Healing to Human Healing

10:03 Exploring Energy Healing Modalities

11:55 Energy Work vs. Traditional Therapy

17:31 Emotional Patterns and Food Relationships

23:40 The Quest for Safety and Regulation

24:14 Understanding Client Needs and Patterns

32:03 Intuition in Healing Work

33:40 Turning Off Intuition: A Personal Journey

36:07 Channeling Intuition for Positive Outcomes

38:36 The Healing Process: Patience and Timing

42:47 Recognizing Signs of Healing

50:03 Navigating Emotions: The Path to Self-Discovery

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