Surrounding The Dragon

If there is one thing you take away from me, let it be this: Think Less, Feel More. In this episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian emphasizes the importance of 'thinking less and feeling more' as a means to connect with one's body and inner wisdom. She discusses the detrimental effects of overthinking and external distractions, advocating for a deeper relationship with one's physical self. By fostering comm...

Virtual Tribe Athletics Community Gatherings : GET ON THE ROSTER—> https://www.drsara.net/pl/2148498268   In this episode of Surrounding the Dragon, Dr. Sara Asadoorian explores the concept of love through the lens of her experiences with acupuncture and plant medicine. The conversation delves into the definition of love, introduces a new perspective on unconditional love, and the personal...

Inspired by the recent discussion in the spiritual community surrounding influencers Aubrey and Vylana Marcus, this episode of Surrounding the Dragon is one you don't want to miss. In this episode, Dr. Sara sits down with Shamanic Facilitator, Benjaman Sullivan, to explore the complexities of shamanic practices, the importance of discernment in spiritual spaces, and the growing concern of spiritua...

Summary In this episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian interviews Anita Nall Richesson, a sports nutritionist and Olympic champion. They discuss the importance of connecting with oneself and the role of nutrition in overall wellness. Takeaways Connecting with oneself is essential for overall wellness. Nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting optimal health. Eliminating toxic substances and listening to...

In this episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian interviews Anna Hartman , founder of Movement Rev , to discuss the importance of creating a safe, healing environment for patients through attention to social cues, visualization, and sensory input. They explore the role of the nervous system in healing, the benefits of blood flow and lymphatic flow in recovery, and the use of unconventional interventions to pr...

In this episode, Dr. Sara explores the concept of yin and yang and how it applies to pain and performance. She explains that yin and yang represent opposing energies that complement each other to maintain balance. The yang energy is associated with action, outward expression, and productivity, while the yin energy is associated with rest, recovery, and healing. Dr. Sara discusses the autonomic ner...

We can talk about recovery methods like cold plunging and bodywork for hours, or we can surround the dragon and come at the topic of recovery from the perspective of the emotional and spiritual bodies. The latter is what this short episode is all about. Takeaways: Recovery is not just about physical healing, but also about regaining possession of things that were lost or stolen. Addressing the emo...

Summary In this episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian discusses the concept of alignment from a behavioral standpoint. She explains that alignment is not about the physical structure of the body, but rather about the thoughts, actions, and behaviors that align with what matters most to an individual.   Keywords alignment, behavioral alignment, self-reflection, self-awareness, body's needs, skills and...

Summary In this episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian introduces the concept of Surrounding the Dragon and how it can be applied in a broader sense to address chronic pain and other pain-related symptoms in the body. She emphasizes the importance of thinking outside the box and exploring unseen aspects of the body for optimal healing. Keywords acupuncture, pain, performance, personal growth, unconventional...

In this introduction episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian introduces the podcast and her unique perspective on pain and performance. She discusses the importance of addressing the unseen aspects of the body, such as the emotional and spiritual bodies, which are often overlooked in conventional sports medicine. Dr. Sara highlights the limitations of conventional methods in treating lingering pain and empha...