Ruth Clare's conversation with Amra Pajalic delves into the impact of trauma on the nervous system, the intersection of lived experience and research, and the advocacy for families affected by war and domestic violence. Ruth shares her creative journey, career path, and the inspiration behind her book 'Enemy,' shedding light on the impact of war on families and the advocacy for defense forces. The conversation also explores nervous system trauma and healing, providing insights into the body's reaction to trauma and the importance of grounding practices. The conversation covers the impact of body feedback on the nervous system, transforming fear into action, embracing discomfort and feelings, and the transition from traditional to indie author journey. The discussion delves into the ways in which body feedback affects the nervous system, the process of transforming fear into action, the importance of embracing discomfort and feelings, and the author's journey from traditional publishing to self-publishing as an indie author.TakeawaysTrauma and its impact on the nervous systemThe intersection of lived experience and research Body feedback affects nervous systemTransforming fear into actionEmbracing discomfort and feelingsTransition from traditional to indie author journeyChapters00:00 Nervous System Trauma and Healing33:31 Body Feedback and Nervous System43:26 Embracing Discomfort and Feelings53:23 Transition from Traditional to Indie Author Journey

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