Dr. Pepper and Friends

Welcome back to Dr. Pepper & Friends—where grit, grace, and wholehearted living come together.If you’ve ever said:“I’m always tired.”“My body hurts, but the doctor says I’m fine.”“I just don’t feel like myself anymore…”You’re not alone. And you’re not imagining it.This week, I’m joined by Naomi Watson, PA-C—a provider who blends neuroscience, nutrition, and hands-on healing to uncover the real reasons behind anxiety, achiness, and burnout.Naomi doesn’t write prescriptions—but she does help people feel better with tools like:✅ Myofascial release✅ Targeted supplements✅ SPG (sphenopalatine ganglion) blocks✅ Red light therapyInside this episode, we explore:How anxiety lives in the body—not just the mindWhat “non-pharmaceutical” care really meansHow you can feel calmer, clearer, and more in controlIf you’re looking for a fresh path to healing, this conversation will encourage and empower you.FREE RESOURCE:5 Warning Signs of Unhealed TraumaDownload your guide here:https://pepper-s-site-4aec.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/ai-placeholderSubscribe for weekly episodes about trauma, nervous system healing, spiritual resilience, and wholehearted living.#DrPepperAndFriends #AnxietyHealing #WholePersonCare #FaithAndHealing #SPGblock #IFS #RedLightTherapy

Part 2 in a series on Fresh Starts at Highland Park Church in Jackson, TN. This is audio only and can be listened to on Apple and Spotify. Also, the video is available at https://www.youtube.com/live/R8dVvqaO01w?si=b0lvluK7L1z78sqC. Please SUBSCRIBE to our channel!

This audio episode is from a sermon series Fresh Starts for All Your Parts on August 3, 2025, at Highland Park Baptist Church with Dr. Pepper Pratt.
 

Welcome back to Dr. Pepper & Friends—where grit, grace, and wholehearted living come together.In this episode, we’re digging into a truth that surprises a lot of people:Trauma isn’t always obvious.It doesn’t just come from a car crash or major event.Sometimes, it hides in your habits:✅ People-pleasing✅ Overthinking✅ Emotional shutdown✅ Trouble trusting✅ Feeling “too much” or “not enough”My guest, Jennie Haywood, is a therapist and colleague at The Pratt Clinic, and together we unpack:* How trauma wires the nervous system to overreact—or disconnect*How Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS) helps us identify our protective parts*And how understanding these hidden patterns leads to emotional and spiritual freedomFREE GUIDE:The 5 Warning Signs of Unhealed TraumaGet your copy here:https://pepper-s-site-4aec.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/ai-placeholderONLINE COURSE:5 Keys to Healing from Traumahttps://pepper-s-site-4aec.thinkific.com/order?ct=c78fb0c6-c83e-4c42-b3ba-d35544fa7a3d5 Keys to Healing from TraumaAvailable now on Amazon👉 Get the Bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Keys-Healing-Trauma-simple-process/dp/B0CKP1W9RL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=OA2RQBAEMMY5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.KFPujkUEJcijpFhxaZGvwUBvxGONeMjXkjHsGqn0asMGRhpzNIlCQJPNUKpvpRwa2XA_0_ldUX6Y-fh8YiMQqG--caqieXulTnqcsO4zu3ItbIn6CXCnOAN2iZk1qVWbu3KnjgTu2ihxfBS_GWTNNo1iKFMmSmidWC8XYmSGOjPQPxkDqDWPlLfeeP2GeFA72sOCcT35EBLTMCvhF_UG48yG9oWDyA1IDnCjr_kNFME.4lNqb93TtG3BT0nSODolcG3aPmnH1hPY8121MtHBcE8&dib_tag=se&keywords=5+keys+to+healing+from+trauma&qid=1754257728&sprefix=5+keys%2Caps%2C204&sr=8-1✨ Subscribe for weekly conversations about trauma recovery, emotional regulation, faith, and healing.You are not broken. You are wounded—and wounds can heal.#DrPepperAndFriends #HiddenTrauma #IFS #WholeheartedLiving #FaithAndHealing

Welcome to Dr. Pepper & Friends—where grit, grace, and wholehearted living come together.Today’s episode is all about calming the internal chaos we all feel at times.✅ Why your brain and nervous system sometimes go into overdrive✅ What it means when you “flip your lid”✅ How to regulate before you navigate✅ Simple grounding techniques you can start using todayMy guest, Debbie Bellinghausen, is a seasoned therapist who brings clarity and warmth to this conversation.If you’ve ever felt:— Constantly on edge— Overwhelmed by stress— Like your reactions don’t match the situation…you are not alone.Your nervous system is doing its job to protect you—and you can learn to calm it with practice and compassion.If you’re ready to start your healing journey, here are some free and paid resources to help you take the next step:🎁 FREE DOWNLOAD:The 5 Warning Signs of Unhealed TraumaLearn how trauma can show up in hidden ways—and what to do about it.👉 Download it here and share with someone who needs ithttps://pepper-s-site-4aec.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/ai-placeholder🎓 E-COURSE:5 Keys to Healing from TraumaA step-by-step guide to understanding your story, calming your nervous system, and reconnecting with God and others.👉 Enroll herehttps://pepper-s-site-4aec.thinkific.com/order?ct=298f0156-4487-47d2-9b58-8ca6f7df46a6📘 BOOK:5 Keys to Healing from TraumaAvailable now on Amazon—perfect if you prefer a deeper dive into the concepts we’ll cover in this channel.👉 Order your copy herehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKN922WH/?bestFormat=true&k=5✨ Subscribe for weekly episodes about trauma, faith, and wholehearted living.You are not alone. Healing is possible. And life is better together.#DrPepperAndFriends #TraumaHealing #FaithAndMentalHealth

Welcome to the very first episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends—where grit, grace, and wholehearted living come together.You are not broken. You are wounded. And wounds can heal.In this conversation, we explore:✅ Why shame keeps you stuck in old patterns✅ The difference between being defective and being wounded✅ How vulnerability becomes the starting point for real healing✅ What grit and grace look like in everyday lifeMy guest, Will, joins me to share insight and encouragement for anyone who’s tired of pretending everything is fine.If you’ve ever felt:— I’m too much.— I’m not enough.— I’ll never change.…this episode is for you.If you’re ready to start your healing journey, here are some free and paid resources to help you take the next step:🎁 FREE DOWNLOAD:The 5 Warning Signs of Unhealed TraumaLearn how trauma can show up in hidden ways—and what to do about it.👉 Download it here and share with someone who needs ithttps://pepper-s-site-4aec.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/ai-placeholder🎓 E-COURSE:5 Keys to Healing from TraumaA step-by-step guide to understanding your story, calming your nervous system, and reconnecting with God and others.👉 Enroll herehttps://pepper-s-site-4aec.thinkific.com/order?ct=298f0156-4487-47d2-9b58-8ca6f7df46a6📘 BOOK:5 Keys to Healing from TraumaAvailable now on Amazon—perfect if you prefer a deeper dive into the concepts we’ll cover in this channel.👉 Order your copy here:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKN922WH/?bestFormat=true&k=5✨ Subscribe for weekly episodes about trauma, faith, and wholehearted living.You are not alone. Healing is possible. And life is better together.#DrPepperAndFriends #TraumaHealing #FaithAndMentalHealth

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