“It is incredibly subversive to say that our body has a wisdom of its own, that we can heal and release shame and pain, and trauma.” Luis Mojica We experience pain and trauma in the body, and it is through the body that we heal from trauma. Luis Mojica, a trauma survivor himself, is a somatic therapist dedicated to sharing the language and practices of the body to help people be in deep authentic relationship with themselves,. In this episode we dive into his story and discovery of the biology of trauma, healing shame, somatics as a decolonial practice, how to work with rather than dominate the body, fawning, and how to find repair in ourselves rather relying on repair in the relationships with those who caused harm. Also in this episode: Luis’ story of being born intersex the biology of trauma healing shame and the concept of overcoupling cycles of rupture and repair decoloniality in our relationship to the body - what is relational vs what is dominant dynamic? fawning as an ancient physiological response how to navigate ‘forgiveness’ and repair with those who have harmed Links: Luis' Website: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/about Finding Safety In Yourself Course: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/course-sign-up-2 Reclaiming All Parts of You: Healing the Roots of Shame and Insecurity [Free workbook & meditation download] ⁠https://witty-creator-9045.ck.page/e89cafda64 Disclaimer: The DEPTH Work Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Any information on this podcast in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling, psychotherapy, mental health counseling, or any other type of therapy or medical advice.