Surrounding The Dragon

About Surrounding The Dragon

A podcast where we explore pain and performance from perspectives that commonly go overlooked and under considered in conventional settings.

Publisher

Dr. Sara Asadoorian

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Apr 2024

Latest episode

18 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Oct 2025

   Ep 9: The Lesson I'll Never Stop Teaching: Think Less, Feel More

   If there is one thing you take away from me, let it be this: Think Less, Feel More. In this episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian emphasizes the importance of 'thinking less and feeling more' as a means to connect with one's body and inner wisdom. She discusses the detrimental effects of overthinking and external distractions, advocating for a deeper relationship with one's physical self. By fostering communication and trust with the body, individuals can enhance their overall well-being and emotional health. The conversation explores how to listen to the body's signals and the significance of discernment in navigating emotions and experiences. Chapters 00:00 Think Less, Feel More: An Introduction 01:15 Understanding the Concept of Thinking Less 01:44 The Dangers of Egoic Thinking 03:49 The Body's Wisdom and Connection 06:26 Building a Relationship with Your Body 10:21 Listening to Your Body's Messages 12:48 Exercises for Self-Reflection 14:39 The Transformation Through Feeling More Virtual Tribe Athletics Community Gatherings: GET ON THE ROSTER --- https://www.drsara.net/pl/2148498268 (https://www.drsara.net/pl/2148498268) Follow Dr. Sara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.sara.asadoorian/ (https://www.instagram.com/dr.sara.asadoorian/)

2. 

   30 Sept 2025

   Love, The Unconditioned Way

   Virtual Tribe Athletics Community Gatherings: GET ON THE ROSTER—> https://www.drsara.net/pl/2148498268 (https://www.drsara.net/pl/2148498268) In this episode of Surrounding the Dragon, Dr. Sara Asadoorian explores the concept of love through the lens of her experiences with acupuncture and plant medicine. The conversation delves into the definition of love, introduces a new perspective on unconditional love, and the personal responsibility we have in embodying love in our lives. Dr. Sara encourages listeners to reflect on their own capacity for love and to start with self-love as a foundation for broader expressions of love in the world. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Surrounding the Dragon 02:05 Understanding Surrounding the Dragon Technique 06:48 Exploring the Concept of Love 08:17 Defining Love: A New Perspective 14:51 Unconditional Love: A Deeper Dive 18:43 Personal Responsibility in Love 24:20 Developing the Skill of Unconditional Love 28:57 The Power of Love as Divine Expression

3. 

   29 May 2025

   Ep 7: The One With Ben Sullivan

   Shamanic Facilitator Benjaman Sullivan joins Dr. Sara in an interview to examine shamanic practices, spiritual narcissism, and the role of community, emphasizing discernment and personal responsibility in spiritual growth.

4. 

   27 Aug 2024

   The One with Anita Richesson

   Summary In this episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian interviews Anita Nall Richesson, a sports nutritionist and Olympic champion. They discuss the importance of connecting with oneself and the role of nutrition in overall wellness. Takeaways Connecting with oneself is essential for overall wellness. Nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting optimal health. Eliminating toxic substances and listening to your body's needs are key for a healthy lifestyle. Discerning between the voice of the soul and toxic influences is crucial for making aligned decisions. Being physically, emotionally, spiritually, and energetically clear enhances our ability to discern and make aligned choices. Reducing exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs) can support overall well-being. The 5D Empowerment Cards by Anita are designed to inspire and motivate athletes on their journey. Celebrating small wins and finding balance in life are important for personal growth and well-being. Nutrition plays a significant role in supporting overall well-being, and eliminating inflammatory seed oils from our diets is important. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Connecting with Yourself 02:30 Anita's Background in Nutrition 07:15 Anita's Experience as an Olympic Athlete 14:35 Nutrition at the Olympics 20:29 Top Three Nutrition Tips 26:10 Using Nutrition to Tap into the Unseen Aspects of the Body 29:53 Discerning the Voice of Your Soul 32:12 The 5D Athlete: Ascending to a Higher Level 36:50 Surviving as a 5D Athlete in a 3D System 40:16 The Power of Small Wins 45:20 Finding Balance in Life Check out Anita's work with 5D Athlete: https://5dathlete.com/ Follow Anita on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5D_Athlete/ For more with Dr. Sara, visit: www.drsara.net Follow Dr Sara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DR.SARA.ASADOORIAN

5. 

   5 Aug 2024

   The One with Anna Hartman

   In this episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian interviews Anna Hartman, founder of Movement Rev, to discuss the importance of creating a safe, healing environment for patients through attention to social cues, visualization, and sensory input. They explore the role of the nervous system in healing, the benefits of blood flow and lymphatic flow in recovery, and the use of unconventional interventions to promote wellness. The conversation underscores the importance of personalizing treatment to enhance both physical and emotional well-being in athletic training and movement therapy. Takeaways Creating a safe space for patients and clients is crucial for their well-being and healing process. Visualization and imagery can be powerful tools in enhancing movement and performance. Listening to the body and paying attention to social cues are essential for creating a sense of safety and trust. The journey of personal growth and self-improvement is an integral part of being a clinician. Creating a safe treatment environment is crucial for promoting healing and regulating the nervous system. Using all senses can help create a sense of safety and predictability. Adapting the treatment environment to the individual's needs can enhance their comfort and promote healing. Ice can be a useful tool for pain relief, but it's important to consider the individual's specific situation and listen to their body's response. Cold exposure and ice baths can have benefits, but it's important to find the right balance and listen to your body's needs. Blood flow and lymphatic flow are crucial for healing and recovery. Using a swelling protocol can accelerate healing and reduce time off for athletes. The nervous system plays a significant role in influencing healing and recovery. Accessing the nervous system through achieving orgasm is a powerful unconventional at-home practice Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 06:41 The Journey of Movement Rev 13:08 Exploring the Unseen Aspects of the Human Body 17:56 The Role of Visualization and Imagery in Movement 25:10 Creating a Safe and Supportive Environment for Healing 30:49 Listening to the Body and Cultivating Positive Emotions 39:58 The Power of Ice for Pain Management 44:18 Understanding Swelling and Healing 49:34 Exploring Cold Exposure and Recovery 53:42 The Importance of Individualized Approaches 55:47 The Power of Blood Flow 57:35 Decreasing Games Lost to Injury 59:57 Exploring the Connection Between Blood Flow and Recovery Tools Follow Anna Hartman on all of her Platforms: Website: https://www.movementrev.com/ (https://www.movementrev.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movementrev/ (https://www.instagram.com/movementrev/) Tic Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@movementrev (https://www.tiktok.com/@movementrev) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovementREV (https://www.youtube.com/@MovementREV) Dr. Sara’s guest interview on Anna’s podcast, Unreal Results: https://youtu.be/HyLkAEZOd18?si=Gwz58U7AK8xX77FQ (https://youtu.be/HyLkAEZOd18?si=Gwz58U7AK8xX77FQ) Get More from Dr. Sara: Click this link to Get on Dr Sara's Email List and receive the Alignment Advantage Roadmap as a Free Gift: https://www.drsara.net/alignment-advantage-opt-in-2 (https://www.drsara.net/alignment-advantage-opt-in-2) Follow Dr Sara on Instagram: www.instagram.com/dr.sara.asadoorian (http://www.instagram.com/dr.sara.asadoorian) Want to work with Dr. Sara? Start here ---> https://www.drsara.net/np-application (https://www.drsara.net/np-application)

6. 

   28 May 2024

   The Yin & Yang of Pain & Performance

   In this episode, Dr. Sara explores the concept of yin and yang and how it applies to pain and performance. She explains that yin and yang represent opposing energies that complement each other to maintain balance. The yang energy is associated with action, outward expression, and productivity, while the yin energy is associated with rest, recovery, and healing. Dr. Sara discusses the autonomic nervous system and how it operates in both the sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympathetic (rest and digest) states. She emphasizes the importance of balancing these two states for optimal performance and recovery. Want Dr. Sara's Acupressure Reset demo? --> Get your free access here (https://www.drsara.net/pl/2148376208) <-- Follow on Instagram for more free content: @Dr.Sara.Asadoorian (https://www.instagram.com/dr.sara.asadoorian/) Want to work directly with Dr Sara? Start by submitting your application here (https://www.drsara.net/np-application)

7. 

   21 May 2024

   Recovery Methods You Haven't Considered

   We can talk about recovery methods like cold plunging and bodywork for hours, or we can surround the dragon and come at the topic of recovery from the perspective of the emotional and spiritual bodies. The latter is what this short episode is all about. Takeaways: Recovery is not just about physical healing, but also about regaining possession of things that were lost or stolen. Addressing the emotional and spiritual aspects of recovery is essential for operating at our fullest capacity. Recovering parts of ourselves that were lost or stolen can involve shadow work and diving into the dark areas of our soul. By exploring the emotional and spiritual aspects of recovery, we can get back to being ourselves and create a balanced world. Click this link (https://www.drsara.net/alignment-advantage-opt-in-2) to Get on Dr Sara's Email List and receive the Alignment Advantage Roadmap Follow Dr Sara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.sara.asadoorian/

8. 

   28 Apr 2024

   Anatomy of Alignment

   Summary In this episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian discusses the concept of alignment from a behavioral standpoint. She explains that alignment is not about the physical structure of the body, but rather about the thoughts, actions, and behaviors that align with what matters most to an individual. Keywords alignment, behavioral alignment, self-reflection, self-awareness, body's needs, skills and abilities, goals and desired outcomes, core values, integrity, intent, physical body, emotional body, spiritual body Click this link to Get on Dr Sara's Email List and receive the Alignment Advantage Roadmap as a Free Gift: https://www.drsara.net/alignment-advantage-opt-in-2 Follow Dr Sara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.sara.asadoorian/

9. 

   10 Apr 2024

   What Is Surrounding The Dragon?

   Summary In this episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian introduces the concept of Surrounding the Dragon and how it can be applied in a broader sense to address chronic pain and other pain-related symptoms in the body. She emphasizes the importance of thinking outside the box and exploring unseen aspects of the body for optimal healing. Keywords acupuncture, pain, performance, personal growth, unconventional angles, sports medicine, scar tissue, nourishment, blood circulation, surrounding the dragon, chronic pain, different angles, systems of the body, thinking outside the box, optimal healing Click this link to Get on Dr Sara's Email List and receive the Alignment Advantage Roadmap as a Free Gift: https://www.drsara.net/alignment-advantage-opt-in-2 Follow Dr Sara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.sara.asadoorian/

10. 

    4 Apr 2024

    Welcome to Surrounding The Dragon

    In this introduction episode, Dr. Sara Asadoorian introduces the podcast and her unique perspective on pain and performance. She discusses the importance of addressing the unseen aspects of the body, such as the emotional and spiritual bodies, which are often overlooked in conventional sports medicine. Dr. Sara highlights the limitations of conventional methods in treating lingering pain and emphasizes the need to consider the whole body. She expresses her passion for sharing these conversations beyond her clinic and invites listeners to explore new concepts and perspectives on training, rehab, and recovery. Dr. Sara encourages engagement and feedback from the audience. Click this link to Get on Dr Sara's Email List and receive the Alignment Advantage Roadmap: https://www.drsara.net/alignment-advantage-opt-in-2 Follow Dr Sara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.sara.asadoorian/

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

172,654

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 48 / 100

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Quality

17

Social presence

97

YouTube

86

Engagement

60

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