Many emotional reactions aren't personality flaws. They're patterned responses developed to create safety.
In Part 3 of this series on The TBD Fit Podcast, Dr. Daniel Chille welcomes back Dr. Amanda Curry to explore the five personality patterns described by Stephen Kessler. Building on the five stages of healing discussed in previous episodes, this conversation reveals how patterns like merging, leaving, enduring, rigid, and aggressive influence how people navigate stress, relationships, and personal growth.
Dr. Curry explains how these patterns develop during childhood, how they show up in parenting and partnerships, and why understanding unmet needs can dramatically change the way we interpret behavior. The discussion also explores nervous system regulation, somatic awareness, and how curiosity can unlock deeper healing and connection.
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About the Guest:
Dr. Amanda Curry, PT, DPT, is a trauma-informed Doctor of Physical Therapy, certified oncology specialist, breathwork facilitator, and inner child reparenting coach. With two decades in clinical care and years working with pediatric oncology patients, her work bridges somatic healing, nervous system regulation, and compassionate self-inquiry.
Drawing from her own journey and burnout, Amanda now supports individuals in releasing limiting beliefs, reconnecting with their bodies, and cultivating lasting transformation through breathwork and somatic integration practices.
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Social Handles:
Website: https://thesomaticpt.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesomaticdpt/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-curry-96a51847/
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