Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
FYI: SmartBody SmartMind (SBSM) is now officially open for registration to new members through Tuesday, Sept 23, end of the day Pacific Time. Learn more and register here: smartbodysmartmind.com
Replay Timestamps:
0:00:00 Welcome & Overview
0:02:57 Community Shoutouts & Member Greetings
0:05:12 Why Nervous System Work is Important
0:06:56 Article: "The Real Deal on Fear. And, Why We've Become Masters at Avoiding It."
0:08:19 Understanding Fear and Stored Survival Responses
0:12:04 Biology of Anger, Fear, and Hate
0:15:19 What Exactly Is SmartBody SmartMind
0:16:38 Human Complexity & Regulation
0:24:14 Personal Pace and Capacity in Healing
0:27:33 SBSM Bonus Content: Movement Lessons & Music
0:29:09 Q&A: Grace's Story & Releasing Trauma
0:34:23 SBSM Lessons: Interoception, the Body and Feldenkrais
0:39:28 Q&A: SBSM and 21 Day Nervous System Tune-Up Course Differences
0:43:34 Q&A: Fears of Retraumatization If Memories Surface During SBSM
0:50:11 Q&A: Parental Control & Reprogramming Authority
0:55:25 Q&A: SBSM Live Sessions Timing & Recordings
0:56:50 Q&A: Talk Therapy vs Somatic Nervous System Work
0:58:15 Trauma, Suppression, Chronic Illness & the ACE Study
01:03:26 Macro View: Nervous System Science & Why We Get Sick
01:06:27 Modern Stress, Functional Freeze & Nervous System Repair
01:13:24 Common Outcomes Reported From SBSM Members
01:16:56 Thank You, Closing Thoughts & Registration Info
Mentions & additional resources:
➤ Article - The Real Deal on Fear. And, Why We've Become Masters at Avoiding It.
irenelyon.com/2015/11/27/the-real-deal-on-fear-and-why-weve-become-masters-at-avoiding-it
➤ SmartBody SmartMind™ (SBSM) Course Syllabus
smartbodysmartmind.com/program-syllabus
➤ Article - Grace: A Success Story
irenelyon.com/2014/04/11/grace-success-story
➤ Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study
cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/about.html
➤ Video: The ACE Study. Connections with Psychological Trauma & Physical Illness
youtu.be/XljF770X1Mg
➤ Video - Healing The Nervous System - Real Life Stories (from 31 SBSM alumni)
youtu.be/hMiIZQ9WV6I
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Please know that...
The statements on this YouTube channel or in videos are simply opinion. Content presented or posted on this channel is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment or a professional therapeutic relationship. Content presented or posted is intended to provide general health information for educational purposes only and you should contact the appropriate healthcare professional before relying on any such information.
My website is a wealth of information, free resources, and information on how to start this work, so here it is one more time: irenelyon.com
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FYI: SmartBody SmartMind (SBSM) is now officially open for registration to new members through Tuesday, Sept 23, end of the day Pacific Time. Learn more and register here: smartbodysmartmind.com
Replay Timestamps:
0:00:00 Welcome & Overview
0:02:57 Community Shoutouts & Member Greetings
0:05:12 Why Nervous System Work is Important
0:06:56 Article: "The Real Deal on Fear. And, Why We've Become Masters at Avoiding It."
0:08:19 Understanding Fear and Stored Survival Responses
0:12:04 Biology of Anger, Fear, and Hate
0:15:19 What Exactly Is SmartBody SmartMind
0:16:38 Human Complexity & Regulation
0:24:14 Personal Pace and Capacity in Healing
0:27:33 SBSM Bonus Content: Movement Lessons & Music
0:29:09 Q&A: Grace's Story & Releasing Trauma
0:34:23 SBSM Lessons: Interoception, the Body and Feldenkrais
0:39:28 Q&A: SBSM and 21 Day Nervous System Tune-Up Course Differences
0:43:34 Q&A: Fears of Retraumatization If Memories Surface During SBSM
0:50:11 Q&A: Parental Control & Reprogramming Authority
0:55:25 Q&A: SBSM Live Sessions Timing & Recordings
0:56:50 Q&A: Talk Therapy vs Somatic Nervous System Work
0:58:15 Trauma, Suppression, Chronic Illness & the ACE Study
01:03:26 Macro View: Nervous System Science & Why We Get Sick
01:06:27 Modern Stress, Functional Freeze & Nervous System Repair
01:13:24 Common Outcomes Reported From SBSM Members
01:16:56 Thank You, Closing Thoughts & Registration Info
Mentions & additional resources:
➤ Article - The Real Deal on Fear. And, Why We've Become Masters at Avoiding It.
irenelyon.com/2015/11/27/the-real-deal-on-fear-and-why-weve-become-masters-at-avoiding-it
➤ SmartBody SmartMind™ (SBSM) Course Syllabus
smartbodysmartmind.com/program-syllabus
➤ Article - Grace: A Success Story
irenelyon.com/2014/04/11/grace-success-story
➤ Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study
cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/about.html
➤ Video: The ACE Study. Connections with Psychological Trauma & Physical Illness
youtu.be/XljF770X1Mg
➤ Video - Healing The Nervous System - Real Life Stories (from 31 SBSM alumni)
youtu.be/hMiIZQ9WV6I
__
Thank you for being here!
1. Leave a comment and let me know how this video impacted you. Feel free to leave a question (my team answers them each week!)
2. To get more nervous system health resources, plus learn more about me and my credentials, plus the many ways you can work with me at the practical level, head to my website: irenelyon.com
3. Follow me on social here:
Instagram: instagram.com/irenelyon
Facebook: facebook.com/lyonirene
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/irenelyon
SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/irenelyon
4. GOT QUESTIONS? Send an email to: support@irenelyon.com
Please know that...
The statements on this YouTube channel or in videos are simply opinion. Content presented or posted on this channel is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment or a professional therapeutic relationship. Content presented or posted is intended to provide general health information for educational purposes only and you should contact the appropriate healthcare professional before relying on any such information.
My website is a wealth of information, free resources, and information on how to start this work, so here it is one more time: irenelyon.com
.
.
![Healing Narcissistic Abuse, Neuropathy, Chronic Fatigue & PTSD - What Happens Inside SBSM
Alumni of the Smart Body Smart Mind program discuss their healing journey, personal growth, and the difference between the 21-Day Nervous System Tune-up and SmartBody SmartMind™ (SBSM).
Sign-up: https://smartbodysmartmind.com/
🧠 Start your nervous system healing journey: https://21daytuneup.com/
💧 Join a drop-in class: https://irenelyon.com/drop-in-class-1
💡 Sign up for my free Healing Trauma training: https://irenelyon.com/healing-trauma-freeresources/
✉️ Weekly newsletter sign-up: https://irenelyon.com/
Timestamps:
[00:00:02] – Who This Program Is For & Enrollment Dates
Overview of Smart Body Smart Mind and who should consider joining.
[00:06:30] – Why 21 Days Isn’t Enough for Trauma Healing
Why nervous system repair requires depth, repetition, and community.
[00:11:45] – From Suicidal Ideation to Regulation Tools
How daily practices created real nervous system change.
[00:15:10] – Healing Is Like Learning a New Language
Why complex trauma recovery takes time—not quick fixes.
[00:19:20] – Reversing Neuropathy & Chronic Stress Symptoms
How stress physiology impacts chronic pain and inflammation.
[00:28:28] – Can This Work Heal Narcissistic Trauma?
Rewiring people-pleasing and unsafe relationship patterns.
[00:37:50] – Chronic Fatigue, Aging & Nervous System Collapse
Why symptoms worsen with age and how stress organs are involved.
[00:44:30] – Stop Trying to “Figure It All Out”
Why overanalysis blocks healing and what actually works.
[00:43:15] – How Deep Does This Work Go? (Karma & Past Lives)
Biology vs. spiritual explanations for trauma.
[00:46:44] – When Orienting Exercises Don’t Work
Why visual safety tools may fail—and what to do instead.
[00:52:20] – Polyvagal Theory: What’s Accurate (and What’s Not)
Clearing up vagus nerve misconceptions and “biohack” myths.
[00:58:40] – What If I Fall Behind in the Program?
Perfectionism, pacing, and healing at your own speed.
[01:02:18] – Rewiring School Conditioning & Productivity Trauma
How performance-based identity interferes with healing.
[01:36:30] – Final Takeaways: Why This Work Changes Everything
Long-term transformation, integration, and next steps
Thank you for being here!
1. Leave a comment and let me know how this video impacted you. Feel free to leave a question (my team answers them each week!)
2. To get more nervous system health resources, plus learn more about me and my credentials, plus the many ways you can work with me at the practical level, head to my website: https://irenelyon.com
3. Follow me on social here:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/irenelyon/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lyonirene
4. GOT QUESTIONS? Send an email to: support@irenelyon.com
Please know that...
The statements on this YouTube channel or in videos are simply opinion. Content presented or posted on this channel is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment or a professional therapeutic relationship. Content presented or posted is intended to provide general health information for educational purposes only, and you should contact the appropriate healthcare professional before relying on any such information.
My website is a wealth of information, free resources, and guidance on how to start this work, so here it is one more time: https://irenelyon.com
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