Systemic, both familial and societal, pressures, along with hyperfocus on either intellect or physical traits can drive us from connection with our bodies, and distort our view of ourselves. The journey from disconnection to reconnection with our bodies can be difficult, but it is supported and made smoother by knowledge of the brain and how we perceive ourselves.

Join Sarah Peyton for an exploration into the relational neuroscience of body image and body connection.