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Welcome to Episode 29 of Trauma Rockstars!

​Is it possible to reset your nervous system after years of trauma? Today, Tracy sits down with the world-renowned Dr. Eugene Lipov, a pioneer in the Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) treatment.

​In this deeply informative episode, Dr. Lipov explains why he calls this procedure The God Shot and how it has achieved an 80% success rate in alleviating PTSD symptoms for veterans, children, and trauma survivors.

​In this episode, we discuss:
✅ The science behind the 10-minute SGB procedure.

✅ Why traditional therapy fails for some and how The Godshot bridges the gap.

✅ Treating children (as young as 8) and even animals with PTSD.

✅ The truth about ADHD over-diagnosis and screen addiction.

✅ Dr. Lipov’s upcoming book and his mission to rename PTSD to PTSI (Post Traumatic Stress Injury) to remove the stigma.

​ Pre-order The God Shot book: thegodshotbook.com

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Trauma Rockstars & Dr. Eugene Lipov
02:15 - The Aha moment: From Pain Medicine to PTSD Cure
05:56 - Success Rates: Why SGB works 80% of the time
10:12 - Why it’s called The God Shot
15:54 - How the brain remembers trauma (The Biological Basis)
18:42 - Amazing Story: Treating rescue dogs with PTSD
21:56 - Setting Boundaries: Why you can't be calm while triggered
25:19 - ADHD or Trauma? Treating children as young as 8
30:02 - Psychedelics in Therapy: The Good, The Bad, and The Dangerous
34:20 - The Future of Treatment: Renaming PTSD to PTSI
45:14 - Dr. Lipov’s TED Talk & Final Words of Hope

Please assist in Dr. Lipov's research and take this short Survey: itsptsi.com

Connect with Dr. Lipov:
Email: elipovmd@aol.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elipovmd
Instagram: instagram.com/dreugenelipov
Website: dreugenelipov.com

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​Trauma recovery, PTSD treatment, Stellate Ganglion Block, Dr. Eugene Lipov, The Godshot book, PTSI vs PTSD, Mental Health innovation, Healing Childhood Trauma, SGB procedure, Secondary Trauma, Trauma Rockstars Podcast.

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How Your Body Stores Trauma: Decoding Autoimmune & Stress with Maisie Smith-Lovett

From MS Diagnosis to Holistic Healing: The Power of Body Stress Mapping

In Episode 28 of Trauma Rockstars, host Tracy sits down with Maisie Smith-Lovett, a Holistic Health Practitioner and Trauma Healer, to uncover how our bodies store unspoken pain. Maisie opens up about her journey—from surviving childhood bullying and sexual assault at 15, to battling an autoimmune disease (MS). She explains how she used bodybuilding as an escape and eventually found true healing through nutrition and Body Stress Mapping.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

How childhood trauma manifests as physical illness.

The science of Body Mapping: Identifying emotional blocks in specific organs.

Balancing Masculine (Right side) vs. Feminine (Left side) energy.

Why 'normal' lab results don't always mean you are healthy.

Details on Maisie’s upcoming 2026/2027 Wellness Retreats.

Maisie’s story is a testament to the fact that "Plants are Medicine" and "Every symptom has a story." If you’ve been feeling dismissed by the medical system, this conversation is for you.

00:00 Introduction to Maisie's Journey
02:55 Childhood and Early Challenges
05:48 The Impact of Trauma
09:05 Bodybuilding and Health Struggles
11:53 Holistic Healing and Autoimmune Disease
14:48 The Role of Nutrition in Healing
18:10 Motherhood and Personal Growth
21:02 Navigating Postpartum Challenges
23:52 The Importance of Emotional Healing
27:08 Understanding Trauma and the Body
29:53 Body Mapping and Stress Mapping
33:13 Empowering Women Through Holistic Health
36:09 Maisie's Podcast and Community Initiatives
39:00 Future Retreats and Events
41:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Takeaways
Maisie was a high achiever from a young age.
Childhood bullying impacted her self-worth.
Trauma can lead to unhealthy relationship patterns.
Bodybuilding became a coping mechanism for Maisie.
Maisie was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease in 2010.
Holistic health and nutrition are key to healing.
Motherhood brought new challenges and growth.
Postpartum anxiety is a common struggle for many women.
Emotional healing is crucial for overall wellness.
Maisie's work focuses on body mapping to address trauma.

Connect with Maisie Smith-Lovett:
Website: https://mslwellness.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/maisie.smith.lovett
Facebook: https://facebook.com/maisieroi
Email: maisie@mslwellness.com

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Email: podcast@traumarockstars.com

Trauma Healing, Trauma Journey, Trauma Rock Stars, BodyMapping, HealingJourney, WomenHealth, HolisticWellness, You are not alone, You can do this

Disclaimer: The content on this podcast revolves around personal life experiences and is meant to serve as a learning tool. I am not a certified therapist or medical expert. This podcast doesn't offer medical, psychological, or professional advice.

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Born into a religious cult as a living sacrifice, Alexis Errol spent her youth performing and serving others at the cost of her own identity. In this powerful episode, Alexis shares her harrowing journey from being a 2-year-old reciting scripture to becoming a Trauma Rock Star who reclaimed her life.

She discusses the devastating physical toll of long-term trauma including years of sleep deprivation and stress-induced seizures and the pivotal moment she chose no contact to protect her children. Alexis reveals how healing finally snuck up on her through the simple acts of sleeping, setting boundaries, and launching her own podcast, When the Bow Breaks. This is an essential listen for anyone navigating estrangement, reclaiming their voice, and learning to trust themselves after a lifetime of control.

Key Takeaways:
The Physicality of Trauma: Understanding how trauma manifests as nerve damage, seizures, and chronic exhaustion The Body Keeps the Score.

The Power of Sleep: How reclaiming rest and safety can literally stop lifelong nightmares and begin physical cellular healing.

Boundaries through Self-Knowledge: Why you cannot set effective boundaries until you take the time to learn who you actually are.

Breaking the Generational Cycle: The profound success of raising children in a home where "cult language" is entirely unknown.

Trusting the Self: Shifting from people-pleasing to trusting your own body and instincts in new relationships.

0:22:24 Adult Adoption: Learning life skills and autonomy outside of a toxic family.

0:26:44 The Reality of Abandonment: Being neglected while living under the same roof.

0:28:10 The Healing Snuck Up on Me: Why consistency in the work matters more than the outcome.

0:30:57 Voice Note Therapy: Using technology to heal when writing feels unsafe.

0:33:32 Finding Community: The importance of support groups from the adult child's perspective.

0:43:23 The Physical Cost of Trauma: Discussing sleep deprivation and nerve damage.

0:46:15 The Decision for No Contact: Choosing safety and boundaries over family expectations.

0:47:24 Protecting the Next Generation: Breaking the cycle for her four children.

0:50:45 Effective Boundaries: Why knowing yourself is the prerequisite for safety.

0:54:30 Reclaiming Faith & Identity: Moving from a Living Sacrifice to personal freedom.

1:02:00 Becoming a Trauma Rock Star: Encouragement for those still in the tunnel.

Resources & Guest Info:
Website: wtbod.com

YouTube: Alexis Errol
Email: wtbodcast@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexisarralynn

Connect with me:

Email: podcast@traumarockstars.com
Instagram: @TraumaRockStars
TikTok: @traumaRockStars
Facebook: @traumaRockStars
YouTube: Trauma Rock Stars


Religious Trauma, Cult Survivor, Generational Trauma, Estrangement, No Contact, Alexis Errol, When the Bow Breaks Podcast, CPTSD Recovery, Spiritual Abuse, Healing from Trauma, Setting Boundaries.