In this episode of the Fieldnotes Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Dr. Marissa Heisel—a chiropractor and midwife—about the importance of trusting our body's innate wisdom and recognizing that true healing begins from within. She shares how modern society, particularly for women, has conditioned us to depend on external authorities rather than our own intuition. Through her experiences in chiropractic, midwifery, and holistic care, Dr. Heisel emphasizes the power of self-trust, simplicity, and returning to natural grounding practices to restore vitality and sovereignty over one's health.

• (00:02) Introduction to Dr. Marissa Heisel and the theme of self-healing

• (02:11) Her transition from conventional medicine to holistic practice

• (03:48) Core philosophy: "You are your own best medicine"

• (08:24) How cultural conditioning undermines women's body wisdom

• (32:05) Practical guidance—using breath and nature to reconnect to inner balance

Key Takeaways

• We are both our own best expert and our most powerful healer.

• Cultural conditioning often erodes self-trust, leading to overreliance on external validation.

• True healing begins by simplifying—removing noise and reconnecting with the body's signals.

• Mindful breathing and grounding in nature are accessible ways to restore inner clarity and resilience.

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