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Empower Hour with Lady J

Welcome to Empower Hour with Lady J (formerly The Jodi Watkins Show and originally Breaking Barriers Now).

This is where faith, leadership, healing, and intentional living come together through honest conversations and practical wisdom. Whether I'm sharing lessons from my own journey or sitting down with inspiring guests, every episode is designed to help you move forward with greater clarity, courage, and purpose.

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Overcoming Persistent Pain with Jodi Scholes

January 16, 2025 • Jodi Watkins • Season 6 • Episode 20

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In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, I am joined by celebrated author, educator, and Licensed Massage Therapist Jodi Scholes to explore the profound connection between pain, trauma, and healing. With over 30 years of experience and over 22,000 massage sessions completed, Jodi Scholes brings unique insights from her book, Body Blueprint: How Your Pain May Be Telling a Story, which examines how mental and emotional stress can significantly influence physical pain.

The conversation dives into the biopsychosocial model of pain, uncovering how trauma and unintegrated memories manifest in the body, as highlighted through compelling client stories. Together, we discuss the limitations of traditional medicine's quick-fix approach and emphasize the importance of addressing the deeper root causes of pain. We share practical insights on listening to your body's messages, honoring your healing journey, and embracing the mind-body connection.

This episode is an invitation to shift your perspective on pain, explore the stories your body is telling, and connect with others who are on similar journeys of overcoming trauma and persistent pain.

Connect with Jodi Scholes:

Watch her TEDx talk: Body Blueprint: How Your Pain May Be Telling a Story
Learn more in her book: Body Blueprint: How Your Pain May Be Telling a Story
Contact Jodi Scholes: www.jodischoles.com

Connect with host Jodi Watkins:

Visit the Lady J Empowerment community: https://linktr.ee/ladyjempowers.

This track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.

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The Jodi Watkins Show, formerly known as Breaking Barriers Now, is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and Lady J Global Enterprises LLC.

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