Episode 87: Lymphatic Drainage & The Body–Lymph–Soul Connection Every Woman Needs to Understand with Marisa Mohammed

If you’ve ever felt puffy, swollen, inflamed, heavy, or like your body is holding on no matter what you do, this episode will connect some very important dots.

In today’s conversation, Monika sits down with Marisa Mohammed, Registered Massage Therapist and founder of La Mar Wellness, to explore the powerful — and often overlooked — role of the lymphatic system in women’s health.

We break down the difference between traditional manual lymphatic drainage and Brazilian-inspired lymphatic drainage, why Brazilian techniques often create visible results faster, and how lymph flow is deeply connected to energy, digestion, detoxification, nervous system regulation, and emotional release.

Marisa also shares her Body–Lymph–Soul philosophy — explaining why true healing doesn’t happen by forcing the body harder, but by restoring flow, safety, and regulation.

In this episode, we cover:

• What the lymphatic system actually does (and why it matters)
 • Brazilian vs traditional lymphatic drainage — what’s the difference?
 • Why women feel puffy, swollen, or “stuck”
 • How stress and burnout slow lymph flow
 • The connection between lymph and the nervous system
 • Tools and habits to support lymph at home
 • Who benefits most from lymphatic drainage — and who should proceed with caution

✨ If you’re local to Burlington, Ontario, I highly recommend booking a session with Marisa and experiencing the sanctuary she’s building at La Mar Wellness — it truly is one of a kind.

👉 Learn more or book with Marisa here:
 https://www.marisathermt.com/lamarwellness

And if you do see her, let her know you listened to the podcast and that I sent you. 💖

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