In a compelling conversation across the landscape of trauma responses, somatic healing, and modern healthcare, Laura Bautista shares how detaching from the Western medical model and embracing a holistic approach was a catalyst for her healing.

Welcome to Consciousness Explored. This show dives deep into topics like the relationship between the brain and consciousness, ways to expand our consciousness, and the impact that our understanding of consciousness has on our daily lives.

Laura Bautista is a holistic health practitioner who healed herself naturally from multiple sclerosis.

“If you’re ever feeling lost about where you’re going or what needs to happen next, instead of forcing your brain to come up with an answer, see if you can connect to one of the ways in which you feel like your highest self.”

— Laura Bautista

Laura Bautista is a trauma-trained nervous system and gut microbiome expert; a functional nutrition and epigenetic coach; an Usui Reiki Master; and a somatic experiencing emotional healing coach. She healed herself naturally from multiple sclerosis, chronic hives, crippling anxiety, and a lifetime of non-stop health issues. From that, she became a holistic health practitioner to help others experience such sovereign, radical transformation.

Meet Melissa Deal, the passionate host of Consciousness Explored. Melissa’s journey has been one of perpetual learning and teaching, fueled by an insatiable curiosity and a deep-seated love for personal development.

From a young age, Melissa found solace and inspiration in books, sparking a lifelong affair with the written word. Growing up in a cult from the age of seven, she navigated challenges with resilience, finding refuge in the world of literature and knowledge.

Throughout her diverse professional endeavors – ranging from drilling fluids lab tech to dance teacher, business owner, group fitness instructor, copywriter, podcast writer, and production manager – Melissa’s core desire to create, write, and teach remained unwavering.

Consciousness Explored serves as her platform to delve into the realms of neuroscience, spirituality, and emotional intelligence. Through her podcast, Melissa aims to empower others on their journey of growth and self-discovery, drawing from her rich tapestry of experiences and her unwavering commitment to helping others reach their full potential. Join Melissa on a transformative exploration of consciousness, where every episode is a step closer to unlocking the boundless potential within us all.

Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:
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Melissa’s email: Melissa@Consciousness-Explored.com
Laura’s website: RootYourRadiance.com
Laura’s Instagram: Instagram.com/TheLauraBautista
Dr. Terry Wahls website: TerryWahls.com
Dr. Mark Hyman website: DrHyman.com
Dr. Lissa Rankin website: LissaRankin.com
Peter A Levine, PhD website: SomaticExperiencing.com
Dr. Gabor Maté website: DrGaborMate.com
Bessel Van Der Kolk, MD website: BesselVanDerKolk.com

Credits:
Host: Melissa Deal
Producer: Cynthia Lamb
Assembled by: Andrew Chapman
Audio Editor: Marvin del Rosario
Executive Producer: Danny Iny
Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

Music credits:
Track Title: Travel the Emerald
Artist: Alsever Lake
Writer: Adrian Dominic Walther
Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

Track Title: Inner Peace
Artist: Moments
Writer: Adrian Dominic Walther
Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

Track Title: To Be Known
Artist: Adrian Walther
Writer: Adrian Dominic Walther
Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

Special effects credits:

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