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Unlock Trauma to Cure Anxiety says Dr. Don Wood


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đź’Š 45.6 million mental health-related medications were dispensed in 2023 in Australia.

That number is staggering—and it makes you wonder what the hell is really going on. For most people, medication is the only option offered during a quick 15-minute doctor’s appointment. But is there a better way? Is it possible to live free from anxiety and other mental health struggles?

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Don Wood, founder of the Inspired Performance Institute, who believes the answer is yes. After his daughter’s life-threatening autoimmune diagnoses at 14 and 20, Dr. Wood set out to understand the root cause of her illness. What he discovered changed everything: unresolved trauma can fundamentally disrupt our biology—impacting inflammation, immune function, and gene expression.

đź’ˇ Key Insights from Dr. Wood:

  • Anxiety isn’t the root problem—it’s a symptom of unresolved trauma.
  • Trauma creates a subconscious loop that keeps the brain in a high-alert state.
  • Healing trauma can dramatically improve both mental and physical health, including reducing inflammation and boosting the immune system.
  • Real transformation stories: From lifelong anxiety and addiction to living medication-free and empowered.
  • Dr. Wood’s revolutionary approach isn’t just about managing symptoms—it’s about breaking the trauma loop and retraining the brain to return to a calm, resilient state. He shares practical strategies to help calm the nervous system, including a simple yet powerful breathing technique that activates the vagus nerve and promotes relaxation.

    🔑 Take Action:
    If you’re curious about how your genes might be influencing your anxiety or mental health, check out The Fitgenes Program at The Aging Project. Personalised insights are the first step to taking control of your health.

    👉 Join our FREE DNA webinar to learn more—register now at The Aging Project!

    Tune in to this thought-provoking episode and discover how healing trauma could be the key to reclaiming your health and well-being. 🎧

    https://theagingproject.com/fitgenes-webinar/ 

    Connect with Dr Don Wood 

    https://www.inspiredperformanceinstitute.com/ 

    https://www.instagram.com/drdonwood/?hl=en

     
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