Hello friends! I have a brand new podcast episode live and today is something very special – Episode 200 🎉
This is a short solo episode in which I reflect on my own healing journey and share the biggest mistakes I made along the way, especially at 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 when you’re in the process of healing.
In this episode, I share what was going on behind the scenes when my lupus markers were positive, my nervous system was completely shut down, and my body was clearly craving safety – even if I didn’t fully understand it at the time.
This episode is specifically for you if you feel like you’ve “tried everything,” are overwhelmed by information on the internet, or feel like you’re stuck in the 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 talking about:
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Why tracking 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 yourself 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 probiotics and popular wellness products can backfire if your gut isn’t prepared
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Why Lab Testing Was a Turning Point in My Healing (and Why I Wish I Had Done It Sooner)
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Why cold diving, fasting, caffeine and red light therapy weren’t what my nervous system needed back then
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How I stayed awake all night. Googling symptoms kept my body stuck in a fight-or-flight mode
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The connection between hypervigilance, cortisol, inflammation and delayed healing
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A reminder that you are not behind, broken or a failure if healing takes time
This episode is such an honest reminder that healing isn’t about doing more – it’s about doing the right things at the right time, in a way that supports your nervous system rather than overwhelming it.
If you are in the midst of a healing journey, please know that you are not alone. I firmly believe that our experiences make us stronger, wiser and more compassionate on the other side.
Thank you for being with me for 200 episodes. Your support means more than you think 💛
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