Episode 54 - Leading with Love: The Myofascial Principles That Changed Mark de Jesus' Life
In this episode of the Myofascial Health Podcast, Unu sits down with Mark de Jesus, an occupational therapist, Myofascial Release therapist, husband, father, and grandfather, to explore how his journey from traditional therapy and skepticism led him toward a deeper understanding of MFR, awareness, trust, and letting go of control. Mark shares how his early experiences with unwinding challenged what he thought he knew about the body and opened the door to a much broader perspective on healing.
The conversation goes far beyond the treatment table. Mark and Unu explore what it means to bring Myofascial principles into marriage, family, business, and everyday life. They discuss Channel 3 and Channel 5, leading with love before moving into logic and action, learning to detach from outcomes, and recognizing when the pressure to succeed is actually coming from within. Mark also shares how his experiences with T for T helped him question the beliefs he carried about being a business owner and ultimately learn to slow down, become more present, and allow the journey to unfold.
One of the most powerful parts of the conversation is Mark's experience treating his wife, who lives with fibromyalgia. Rather than focusing on the diagnosis, Mark speaks about treating the person with love, listening to their experience, and helping them feel seen and understood. His story offers a beautiful perspective on how MFR can influence not only how we treat patients, but how we show up for the people we love.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
• How Mark went from skepticism to embracing Myofascial Release
• Why letting go of control can change the way we experience healing
• How MFR principles can extend beyond the treatment room
• The difference between leading with Channel 3 and relying solely on Channel 5
• How awareness can transform marriage, relationships, and communication
• What Mark learned about slowing down and trusting the journey
• Why therapists need therapy too and what T for T can reveal about ourselves
• How treating someone with love can change the therapeutic relationship
• Why we don't always have to focus on the diagnosis or label
• How nature, patience, and presence can teach us about healing and personal growth
• Why comparison can take us away from our own journey
• How to become more centered, aware, and open to the flow of life
This episode is a reminder that Myofascial Release isn't only about what happens to the body. It can challenge the way we think, the way we relate, the way we work, and ultimately the way we live.
Connect With Mark de Jesus
If you'd like to connect with Mark, collaborate, or simply reach out and continue the conversation, you can contact him through his website/contact information. Mark shares that he's always happy to connect, exchange ideas, and share what he's learned through his journey as a therapist and business owner.
Thank you for listening to the Myofascial Health Podcast. If this conversation resonated with you, share it with another therapist, practitioner, or someone who could benefit from hearing Mark's story.
