When ‘Healthy’ Practices Hurt: Why Popular Wellness Trends Can Backfire for People in Chronic Fight-or-Flight In the wellness world, certain practices are praised as universally beneficial; cold plunges, long‑distance running, fasting, high‑intensity workouts, breathwork challenges, dopamine detoxes, and more. For people with a regulated nervous system, these can indeed feel invigorating. But for people living in chronic fight‑or‑flight, these same practices can quietly push

This morning found me clutching a coffee and negotiating with the dogs about whether we really needed to brave the February mud. ( They always win.) While I was procrastinating, I found myself thinking about a conversation I’ve had with quite a few of you lately - the link between Spinal Flow and nutrition. Nine years ago, I went through my own health overhaul. It felt like my body was broken, and in hindsight I now see I was living in survival mode for a prolonged length o

‘’I have been having Spinal Flow with the lovely Chrissy for a few months now, and I’ve seen the most amazing improvements both internally and externally. I have scoliosis and a job that doesn’t always support the best posture, but since having these sessions I’ve noticed incredible changes in my posture and overall alignment. The sessions are so gentle, calm, and deeply relaxing, and I always leave feeling grounded. The internal shifts have been the most powerful for me. Spi