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In this 191st episode, I explore a more subtle connection between anxiety and constipation...
Have you ever felt anxious without knowing why—only to realize that your digestion has been stalled for days?
Constipation isn’t always just about how often you have a bowel movement. It can also involve a breakdown in communication between the gut and the brain. When gut movement slows, bloating and pressure can build. And when the body’s sensory signals are muted, you may not feel the usual urge—or even much pain.
At the same time, the nervous system may still be receiving subtle signals that something is wrong. When those signals aren’t clearly interpreted, they may show up as generalized anxiety, restlessness, or unease.
In this episode, we’ll explore the connection between constipation, the vagus nerve, interoception, and anxiety—and consider how digestion and emotional well-being are deeply connected.
Because sometimes, the question isn’t only, “Why can’t I go?” It’s also: What is my body trying to tell me?
