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Have you ever shown up to church genuinely wanting to worship, wanting to feel close to God, and felt absolutely nothing? You're singing the words, taking notes on the sermon, maybe even praying, and somehow it's just not getting in. And then comes the thought that makes it worse: what is wrong with me? Why can't I feel God right now? Why does everyone around me seem to be genuinely worshipping when I feel completely disconnected? Here's what I want you to know before you watch another second of this video: this is not a faith problem. In this episode I sit down with Deanna Davis, licensed professional counselor, licensed marriage and family therapist, and somatic experiencing practitioner with over 30 years of experience, to talk about what is actually happening in your nervous system when church feels inaccessible. We also walk through a simple body-based practice you can bring into your next Sunday morning. What we cover: Why your nervous system almost always moves toward shutdown in church environments How overwhelm leads to constriction in your body, your thoughts, and your relationships Why the moments you need God most are the moments you are biologically least capable of reaching out What to do when worship feels flat, numb, or out of reach A simple tonal body scan practice to help you resource and return to presence How to prepare your nervous system before you walk through the doors on Sunday This episode is for you if: You feel numb, tense, or disconnected during worship You've wondered if something is spiritually wrong with you You've experienced hurt, confusion, or pain in Christian spaces You want practical body-based tools to bring into your faith life As Deanna says in this episode: most of the time it's biology, not character. Your nervous system is not failing you. It's protecting you. And it can change. Connect with Deanna Davis: Richmont Trauma Center: https://richmonttrauma.com Email: ddavis@richmonttrauma.com Want to go deeper? The Somatic Wellness Collective is an online membership community with on-demand classes, monthly live sessions, an integration workbook, and a private community. Built for people who want more than a weekly podcast can offer. SWC: https://drcbtherapy.com/resources/somatic-wellness-collective/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-simple-somatics-with-dr-christine-baker/id1788150711 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SuKw9Ocl4nvagHdIViZL4 SWC: https://drcbtherapy.com/resources/somatic-wellness-collective/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcbtherapy/