Actress Alyson Stoner shares their deeply personal experiences of dealing with trauma, their childhood in Hollywood working with Disney, and the healing power of somatic therapy practices. Exactly what somatic therapy is + specific somatic practices that are game changing for anxiety and healing from trauma (05:29) What Alyson’s experience growing up in Hollywood was REALLY like (16:36) The developmental, emotional, and financial challenges that child stars in Hollywood face (21:36) How much money actors really make (25:41) The downsides of fame and success that no one is talking about (29:49) The exact audition that led to Alyson taking a break from acting and going to rehab (32:13) Alyson’s eating disorder rock bottom + how they’ve healed their relationship with their body over the years (35:09) And so much more For more from Alyson, you can find them on Instagram @alysonstoner. You can find their podcast Dear Hollywood wherever you listen to podcasts. Just for The Liz Moody Podcast listeners, visit this link for 1 Year Free Access to Movement Genius + an eBook of Mind Body Movement. To join The Liz Moody Podcast Club Facebook group, go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelizmoodypodcast. Ready to uplevel every part of your life? Order my new book 100 Ways to Change Your Life: The Science of Leveling Up Health, Happiness, Relationships & Success now! This episode is sponsored by: LMNT: go to DrinkLMNT.com/LizMoody to get a free LMNT sample pack with any order. Puori: go to puori.com/LIZMOODY and use promo code LIZMOODY for 20% sitewide. Cymbiotika: use code LIZMOODY on cymbiotika.com to get 15% off plus free shipping on subscription orders. Olive and June: visit oliveandjune.com/LIZMOODY for 20% off your first Mani System. Previous episodes referred to in this episode: How To Drink Less Without Feeling Boring, Judged, Or Stressed with Therapist Amanda E. White The Science Of Cravings + 3 Steps to Break Unwanted Habits with Dr. Jud Brewer Solving All Of Your Sleep Problems with Insomnia Expert Dr. Jade Wu The Liz Moody Podcast cover art by Zack. The Liz Moody Podcast music by Alex Ruimy. Formerly the Healthier Together Podcast. This podcast and website represents the opinions of Liz Moody and her guests to the show. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for information purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. The Liz Moody Podcast Episode 249. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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