In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Fit & Sanity continues the discussion on how past experiences shape our present — and more importantly, how we begin to heal.

Hosts Tay the Great and Jordan, joined by Bernard, move beyond awareness and dive into real solutions. If Part 1 explored how trauma and stress live in the body, Part 2 focuses on how to regulate your nervous system, rebuild emotional control, and use fitness as a tool for healing rather than punishment.

This episode breaks down the mental and physical effects of long-term stress, how survival patterns show up in adult behavior, and why recovery is just as important as discipline. The conversation stays honest and grounded, offering practical strategies listeners can apply immediately.

In this episode, you’ll hear about: • How trauma and stress affect the nervous system long-term • The difference between survival mode and growth mode • Why movement and exercise help regulate emotional responses • Practical tools for managing pressure and preventing burnout • How to rebuild trust with your body • Why healing requires both structure and self-compassion

This is the second half of a two-part series focused on understanding how the body responds to stress — and how we can retrain it.

Awareness explains the past. Action changes the future.