Hello friends! I have a brand new live podcast episode, and today it’s a very special one — episode 200 🎉
This is a short solo episode where I reflect on my own healing journey and share the biggest mistakes I made along the way, especially during the height of my autoimmune symptoms. This episode is less about regret and more about perspective, compassion, and helping you avoid some of the same pitfalls if you’re currently in a season of healing.
In this episode, I talk about what was going on behind the scenes when my lupus markers were positive, my nervous system was completely fried, and my body was very clearly asking for safety – even if I didn’t fully understand it at the time.
This episode is especially for you if you feel like you’ve “tried everything,” are overwhelmed with information online, or feel stuck in a loop of doing more but not actually feeling better.
200: Autoimmune Healing, Nervous System Safety, and the Biggest Mistakes I Made on My Health Journey
Here’s what we’re discussing:
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Why Chasing Body Composition While Your Body Is Screaming for Help Can Actually Slow Healing
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The Truth About Exercise Intolerance and Why Pushing Harder Isn’t Always the Answer
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The Mistake of Taking Supplements Without Testing (And Why More Isn’t Better)
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How Popular Probiotics and Wellness Products Can Backfire If Your Gut Isn’t Ready
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Why Lab Tests Were a Turning Point in My Recovery (And Why I Wish I Had Them Done Sooner)
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Why cold, fasting, caffeine and red light therapy weren’t what my nervous system needed at the time
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How staying up all night Googling symptoms kept my body stuck in fight or flight
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The link between hypervigilance, cortisol, inflammation and blocked healing
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A reminder that you are not behind, broken or a failure if healing takes time
This episode is a very honest reminder that healing is not about doing more, but about doing the RIGHT things at the right time, in a way that supports your nervous system instead of overloading it.
If you are currently in the middle of a healing journey, know that you are not alone. I truly believe that our experiences make us stronger, wiser, and more compassionate on the other side.
Thank you so much for being here with me for 200 episodes. Your support matters more than you think 💛
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