Is your anxiety, chronic pain, or insomnia actually stored trauma in the body?In this powerful episode of Happy Being Well, Rita Farruggia sits down with trauma-informed practitioner and “Workout Witch” Liz Tenuto to explore the science and spirituality of somatic healing and nervous system regulation.Liz Tenuto, author of, "When the Body Speaks: How Somatic Healing Sets You Free" (Will be Released on April 7th, 2026 in all bookstores & Amazon) shares how unresolved trauma can manifest as chronic pain, anxiety, muscle tension, and sleep issues — even years after the original experience. With a background in psychology, Pilates, and the Feldenkrais Method, and a community of millions online, Liz has helped thousands of students learn how to regulate their nervous systems and safely release stored tension.In this episode, we discuss:How trauma is stored in the bodyThe signs you may be stuck in fight, flight, freeze, or fawnWhy chronic pain is often a nervous system issueSomatic exercises for anxiety reliefHealing trauma without reliving painful memoriesHow to build emotional resilience through body awarenessWhy high-achieving women often live in survival modeIf you’re navigating chronic stress, emotional trauma, burnout, or unexplained body pain, this conversation will change how you understand healing. This is not about coping — it’s about reclaiming safety in your body.

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