Episode Summary

In this transformative episode of Queer Story Time, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Mojisola Edu, a healer, advocate, and practitioner devoted to creating safe spaces for trauma survivors & marginalized communities. Together, we unpack the intersections of identity, adversity, and healing—exploring how trauma impacts our bodies and the liberatory power of holistic health practices for queer and trans people.

Dr. Mojisola shares her personal journey and the lessons she's learned in creating spaces where others can thrive, while I reflect on my own path, from growing up in a conservative religious environment to finding liberation through yoga, Buddhism, and body-centered therapies.

We dive deep into the importance of community, self-parenting, and tools for cultivating safety in the body, especially for those of us navigating a world rife with discrimination. This episode is packed with insights, compassion, and actionable advice for anyone seeking healing and connection.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The power of listening to and trusting your intuition, especially as a young queer or trans person.
• How to find and create chosen family when biological family isn't a source of support.
• Why music, dance, and art are universal languages of connection and healing.
• The importance of addressing trauma holistically—through both therapy and body-centered practices like yoga, mindfulness, and Ayurveda.
• The science of the nervous system: understanding the parasympathetic "rest, digest, and heal" response versus the chronic stress of the sympathetic "fight, flight, or freeze" mode.
• Practical ways to move toward safety, healing, and embodiment in your daily life.
• How marginalization and systemic discrimination impact queer and trans bodies—and how to begin reclaiming them.

About Dr. Mojisola Idu

Dr. Mojisola Edu is a dedicated advocate for marginalized communities, bringing her expertise in holistic health and intersectionality to her work. With a background in public health, social justice, and healing arts, she offers unique insights into the complexities of healing from trauma while navigating identity and systemic oppression.

Find her online:

• Instagram: @LoveEnergyServices
• Website: www.loveenergyservices.com
• Phone: (240) 468-2571

Resources Mentioned

• Yoga therapy and its role in healing trauma.
• The importance of the parasympathetic nervous system in reducing stress and promoting healing.
• Ayurvedic practices like Abhyanga massage and hydrotherapy.
• Eastern philosophies (Buddhism and yoga) as non-dogmatic paths for liberation from suffering.

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