The ‘Normal’ Body Signals That Come From Unprocessed Trauma

ℹ️ EPISODE INFO

Released

February 4, 2026

Duration

1h 34m

Channel

Dr Rangan Chatterjee

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📝 EPISODE DESCRIPTION

This episode is brought to you by: AG1: Get a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, AGZ Sampler, plus FREE Vitamin D3+K2 and AG1 Welcome Kit. Sign up for a subscription here: https://bit.ly/43FwxQl Peloton: Let yourself ride, lift, stretch, move and go. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Bike+ at https://onepeloton.co.uk When it comes to feeling better, many of us instinctively start with our minds. We think about our thoughts, our beliefs, our stress levels. But what if a huge part of our emotional and psychological experience is actually being held in our bodies – quite literally – in a remarkable tissue called fascia? This week, I’m joined by Jason van Blerk, one of the co-founders of Human Garage - a global self-care movement that aims to inspire 1 billion people to heal themselves, through simple, accessible movement practices, that they call Fascial Manoeuvres. In our conversation, we explore what fascia actually is, why modern science is only just beginning to catch up with what many practitioners have observed for decades, and how emotions and past experiences may be stored in our physical structure. Jason also shares how different areas of the body seem to relate to different emotional patterns, why posture and mood are so tightly linked, and how changing one can often influence the other. We also talk about stress, and why so many of us feel tense, disconnected, and stuck in our own lives and Jason explains how simple rotational movements, combined with specific breathing patterns, can help “unwind” the body, reduce stress, and leave you feeling lighter, calmer, and grounded. The thing I love the most about Human Garage’s philosophy is that they want to empower people to heal themselves. This is not about needing lifelong treatment, or becoming dependent on a therapist or health care practitioner - it’s about learning a set of practical moves that you can use anywhere, anytime and with no equipment, to start healing your body and calming your mind. #feelbetterlivemore Connect with Jason: https://www.instagram.com/jasonvanblerk/reels/ https://www.youtube.com/@jasonvanblerkTV Connect with Human Garage: https://humangarage.net/ https://www.instagram.com/humangarage/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd3dxTJ4ZaqaJkWEsmixRAw Online programs https://humangarage.net/programs #feelbetterlivemore #feelbetterlivemorepodcast ------- Order MAKE CHANGE THAT LASTS. US & Canada version https://amzn.to/3RyO3SL, UK version https://amzn.to/3Kt5rUK ----- Follow Dr Chatterjee at: Website: https://drchatterjee.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drchatterjee Twitter: https://twitter.com/drchatterjeeuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchatterjee/ Newsletter: https://drchatterjee.com/subscription DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

🎤 SPEAKERS

• Dr. Rangan Chatterjee

  host

  Medical doctor and podcast host focused on lifestyle medicine and holistic health.

• Jason van Blerk

  guest

  Human Garage co-founder known for fascia-focused movement and self-healing education.

🧾 EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of Dr Rangan Chatterjee, featuring Dr. Rangan Chatterjee and Jason van Blerk, The ‘Normal’ Body Signals That Come From Unprocessed Trauma explores how trauma, fascia, movement, and belief shape stress symptoms The speakers argue that unprocessed emotions and trauma can show up as tension patterns in the body, often surfacing during bodywork as shaking, crying, or sudden emotional release.

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