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592. Functional Fitness and Intimacy w/ Amy Taylor

62. Healing Childhood Trauma to Build Better Adult Relationships w/ Dr. Julie Gowthorpe The Dr. Darian Parker Podcast

Julie Gowthorpe, Ph.D.is a leading trauma and relationship expert, therapist, author, speaker, and media contributor with more than 25 years of clinical experience. With a PhD from the University of Toronto, she developed Self-Nurturing Therapy (SNT), an approach designed to help people break patterns rooted in childhood adversity and build healthier, more secure relationships. With healing, we change what happens next in our relationships, at home, with friends and in workplaces.Dr. Gowthorpe is a trusted voice on trauma, attachment, relationships, and emotional resilience. Her newest book, Heal Childhood Trauma: The Self-Nurturing Therapy Approach to Better Adult Relationships, brings her clinical work to a wider audience with practical tools for understanding the past, changing entrenched patterns, and creating more connected relationships.Dr. Julie's Connection Links:Therapy Practice: https://gowthorpetherapists.comAuthor & Speaking https://drjuliegowthorpersw.comLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/julie-gowthorpe-ph-d-rsw-20867a5b?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjuliegowthorpersw/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/julie.gowthorpe.5/Pre-Order *Heal Childhood TraumaHeal Childhood Trauma: The Self-Nurturing Therapy Approach to Better Adult Relationships* by Julie Gowthorpe, Ph.D. is available **October 6, 2026.United States:https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/heal-childhood-trauma-julie-gowthorpe-phd/1149127249?ean=9781774587973https://www.target.com/p/-/A-1008317756Canada:References from this Episode:Vincent J. Felitti, Robert F. Anda, Dale Nordenberg, David F. Williamson, Alison M. Spitz, Valerie Edwards, et al., “Relationship of Childhood Abuse and Household Dysfunction to Many of the Leading Causes of Death in Adults: The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study,” American Journal of Preventive Medicine 14, no. 4 (1998): 245–58, https://doi.org/10.1016/S0749-3797(98)00017-8.Dr. Darian's Links:Stick MobilityGet your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this Link or copy to your browser https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker and use the discount code: 1CEC828F154 to get 10% off of your purchase.Health LoftNutrition is an important piece in reaching your health and well being goals. That is why I have partnered with Health Loft. Health Loft connects you with a registered dietitian for personalized nutrition. Sessions are remote, covered by insurance for many people, and your first session is free. Health Loft will check your insurance benefits for you to determine if you would have to pay anything for future sessions. Click here to book your first free session: https://healthloftco.com/partners/parkerpt/CONNEQT HEALTHCONNEQT Health is transforming health monitoring by making advanced arterial health insights accessible to everyone through the CONNEQT Pulse. This device empowers individuals to measure and understand key indicators of their vascular health through the first and only FDA-cleared at-home device that goes far beyond the traditional blood pressure cuff. Please use the link below to purchase a CONNEQT Pulse. You can receive 10 percent off the purchase of the unit by using the code: Parker10. CONNEQT Pulse Site
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In this engaging and candid discussion, Amy Taylor delves into the stigmas surrounding aging, fitness, and sexuality. She challenges the outdated perception that vitality and sex are exclusive to the young, emphasizing the importance of maintaining physical fitness and an active sex life into older age. Amy, drawing from her personal experiences and professional background, discusses the psychological and physical benefits of staying fit, how modern society can better address and support aging populations, and the importance of embracing personal choices without shame or judgment.

Amy Taylor has an MBA, is a MENSA member, pilot and model. Throughout her professional career she has graced many magazine covers to include Playboy, maxim, Elle, L’Officiel, FHM, Muscle & Fitness and has done features in GQ, Sports Illustrated, Men’s Health and Women’s Fitness.

Intro Music by Wordsmith: http://www.wordsmithmusic.com

Amy’s Link:

@AmyTaylorNYC

Dr. D’s Links:

Website: http://www.doctordarianparker.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darianparker/

Dr. D’s Affiliate: Stick Mobility

Get your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this ⁠Link⁠ or copy to your browser ⁠https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker⁠ and use the discount code: 1CEC828F154 to get 10% off of your purchase.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Breaking the Stigma of Aging, Intimacy and Fitness

00:31 Fitness and Sexual Vitality

02:06 The Importance of Physical Functionality

04:35 Challenging Social Norms and Embracing Individuality

06:45 The Link Between Fitness and Confidence

14:54 Living Longer and Staying Vital

18:06 Sexual Health and Aging

25:05 The Right to a Sex Life

25:26 Keeping the Spark Alive

26:05 Youthfulness and Aging

27:23 Exercise and Brain Health

28:25 Challenging Social Norms

30:00 Facing Ageism and Hypocrisy

30:42 The Reality of the Sex Industry

39:55 Consent and Relationships

43:56 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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