Why do we get migraines, IBS flares, insomnia—or feel a sudden wave of sadness or rage—when we’re “just fine”? In this powerful Calm Body, Calm Mind session, Dr. Sterling sits down with licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Sarah Bren to explore the often-overlooked physical side of mental health. This conversation is both validating and eye-opening, especially for anyone who’s ever “pushed through” stress only to find it show up in their body.
Together, they unpack:
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Why stress often hides in the body (and how to recognize it before you crash)
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The difference between compartmentalizing and fragmenting emotions
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Why crying, movement, or touch may be the real medicine—not just “thinking it through”
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The emotional boxes we put aside—and how to return to them gently, on our own terms
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How parenting, perfectionism, and our inner critic can disconnect us from our physical and emotional needs
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Strategies to safely open up difficult emotions without getting overwhelmed
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How to speak to yourself with the same compassion you offer your child
This is not a conversation about fixing your feelings. It’s about learning to honor them, move through them, and feel safe in your body again.