Podcasts about Chronic fatigue

When I'm better, I'll travel. When I'm better, I'll take that class. When I'm better, I'll finally say yes. If you live with chronic illness, you've probably said some version of this more times than you can count…It sounds patient. Responsible, even. But that one small sentence may be doing something to your body that you've never connected to how you feel. It's one of the most common emotional patterns I see in the women I work with and most of them have no idea they're even doing it. In this mini, I'll show you what it's quietly costing you, and a simple shift to turn it around.In this episode, you'll discover:Why the phrase "when I'm better, I'll…" keeps your real life permanently out of reachWhat that habit of waiting signals to your body without you realising itA two-step way to start living a version of what you want at your current capacityThe "when I'm better, I'll…" habit is rarely the only pattern running underneath your symptoms. If you want to uncover the others, my free ChatGPT prompt connects the physical symptoms you're living with to the emotional patterns that may be driving them, in under 30 seconds. Right now it's completely free — and that won't always be the case. CLICK HERE!For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when an elite athlete, successful entrepreneur, and health-conscious individual still can't figure out why they're sick?In this episode of Never Been Sicker, Michael Rubino sits down with Pavel Aeon to discuss chronic fatigue, Epstein-Barr virus, autoimmune issues, mold exposure, anxiety, burnout, nervous system regulation, and the lessons he learned while rebuilding his health.Pavel shares how recurring illness ended his dreams of becoming a professional cyclist, why success in business didn't solve his health challenges, and how he ultimately became the CEO of his own health. From building one of the fastest-growing OrangeTheory Fitness franchise regions in the country to spending 10 days in complete darkness searching for clarity, Pavel's journey is anything but conventional.Timestamps00:00 – Introduction & Pavel's Health Journey00:37 – Chronic Fatigue, Epstein-Barr & Autoimmune Issues02:01 – The Symptoms That Changed Everything03:35 – From Elite Cyclist To Entrepreneur05:34 – Discovering OrangeTheory Fitness08:25 – Success, Burnout & Anxiety10:00 – The Search For Something More10:46 – 10 Days In Complete Darkness13:19 – Turning Pain Into Purpose14:05 – Mold Exposure & Health Relapse15:15 – How Toxic Environments Impact Recovery16:57 – Leaving Business To Focus On Health17:39 – The System Reset Experience19:52 – Working With Entrepreneurs & Leaders21:34 – What Causes Chronic Illness?22:10 – The "Me, We, Be" Framework23:00 – Physical Health & The Body23:35 – Mental Health, Beliefs & Mindset24:10 – Emotional Health & Trauma25:25 – Intuition, Energy & Self-Awareness26:35 – Relationships, Environment & Community27:45 – Purpose, Legacy & Meaning29:05 – Daily Habits For Better Health30:48 – Spirituality, Faith & Personal Growth32:07 – The Biggest Lies We've Been Told34:28 – Taking Ownership Of Your Life35:17 – Raising Healthy & Conscious Kids36:36 – Final Thoughts & Key Takeaways37:10 – Free Resources & Where To Find Pavel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Heavy metals, toxic burden, and nervous system dysfunction may be driving symptoms that standard testing never fully explains. Kyle Hulbert joins me to discuss the therapies his clinics use most often for people dealing with chronic fatigue, Long COVID, Lyme disease, brain fog, and other complex chronic conditions. We talk about his recovery from chronic mercury toxicity, why heavy metals remain a major focus in his work, and how EBOO, chelation, Procaine IVs, and stellate ganglion blockade fit into a root-cause approach. We also discuss treatment timelines, affordability, and why mindset can influence recovery alongside physical therapies. In this episode, you'll learn: How chronic mercury toxicity contributed to Kyle's own health collapse and recovery Why EBOO and chelation are the most commonly prescribed therapies at his clinics What EBOO is and how it is designed to support detoxification, oxygenation, and immune regulation How stellate ganglion blockade and Procaine IVs are used to calm an overactive fight-or-flight response How treatment plans are personalized based on toxic burden, infections, and other root causes Guest: Kyle Hulbert is the CEO and co-founder of Longevity Centers of America, a researcher, doctoral candidate, wellness expert, and co-host of the Longevity Unlocked podcast. Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://fixyourfatigue.com See real results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 01:24 - Kyle's Health Story 04:50 - Mercury Toxicity Discovery 06:45 - Building Longevity Centers 07:13 - Therapies Used in Practice 27:42 - EBOO and Chelation Explained 36:17 - Cost and Treatment Timelines 38:14 - Stellate Ganglion Blockade 41:07 - Procaine IVs for Nervous System Support 42:58 - Tracking Outcomes and Lyme Cases 49:42 - Affordability and Mission 50:07 - Mindset and Recovery Success Connect with Kyle Hulbert and his team: Longevity Unlocked Podcast: https://linktr.ee/longevityunlockedpodcast Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.  Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.  Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

What happens when your body starts to heal, but your mind is still trapped in survival mode? In this episode of hol+, Dr. Taz sits down with Amy Kurtz, certified health coach, patient advocate, speaker, and author "But You Look Fine", for a powerful conversation about chronic illness, Lyme disease, medical gaslighting, nervous system trauma, and what it really means to heal.Together, they explore Amy's 20+ year journey through unexplained pain, chronic symptoms, misdiagnosis, and the search for answers that finally led to a diagnosis of late-stage neurological Lyme disease and co-infections. Amy shares what it was like to be told her labs were normal while knowing something was deeply wrong in her body, and how years of invalidation shaped her relationship with her health, her identity, and her trust in herself.Dr. Taz and Amy also discuss why so many people live in the “gray zone” between sick and well, especially when symptoms are invisible, complex, or hard to explain. They unpack why normal labs do not always mean optimal health, why Lyme disease can be missed for years, and how chronic illness can impact relationships, career, emotional safety, and the nervous system.This conversation offers a grounded and hopeful look at what happens after illness, when the body may be improving but the mind and nervous system are still bracing for the next crash. Amy introduces her concept of Medical Trauma Brain, or MTB, which describes the anxiety, hypervigilance, fear, and survival patterns that can remain after chronic illness, cancer, stroke, chronic pain, or any major health crisis.If you're listening to this and thinking, “I know something is off in my body, but I don't know where to start,” join the Circle here:

You spend a lot of time wishing you could go back to who you were before chronic illness.This episode is going to challenge that wish completely. Because the woman you miss, the one with the energy, the plans, the freedom to say yes, wasn't who you think she was. The longing to get her back may be the very thing keeping your body stuck, in a way no one has explained to you. It's one of the emotional patterns I see most in women with chronic illness and one almost no one connects to their symptoms.In this episode, you'll discover:The specific grief almost every woman with chronic illness carries without naming itThe truth about who that pre-illness version of you actually wasThe shift that ends the longing for a life you can't go back toThe mornings I described in this episode aren't years away. My 7-day audio series is built to help you start reaching for them now — getting out of your head and back to actually living. The women who've been through it share what shifted for them in a single week. CLICK HERE to learn what's possible for you.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I sit down with Colleen Kurtz, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and Certified Integrative Mental Health Practitioner, to explore the powerful connection between your gut, brain, hormones, thyroid, sleep, mood, and energy.If you've been struggling with anxiety, brain fog, low mood, exhaustion, digestive issues, poor sleep, or have been told that your labs are "normal" despite not feeling like yourself, this conversation is for you.Colleen shares how chronic illness completely changed the trajectory of her life and career, why mental health symptoms often have physical roots, and how functional lab testing can uncover hidden imbalances that conventional approaches may miss.Inside this episode, you'll learn:✔️ Why anxiety, low mood, and fatigue may actually start in the gut✔️ The connection between gut health, thyroid function, hormones, and sleep✔️ Common signs your digestive system may be affecting your mental health✔️ How chronic stress and illness can change the course of your life✔️ Why guessing isn't enough—and how functional testing changes the game✔️ What to do if you've been told your labs are "normal" but you still don't feel wellWhether you're dealing with bloating, burnout, chronic fatigue, mood swings, insomnia, hormone imbalances, or simply want to understand the gut-brain connection better, this episode is packed with practical insights and hope.Connect with Colleen Kurtz

EVEN MORE about this episode!The answers weren't as hidden as they seemed—the clues were there all along.In this episode, Julie Ryan uncovers surprising health insights, delivers moving spirit messages, and helps callers discover what their symptoms, loved ones, and pets have been trying to tell them.This episode also features unforgettable spirit communication, including messages from a beloved brother in spirit and heartfelt connections with cherished pets who have crossed over. You'll hear powerful validations, emotional healing, and extraordinary reminders that our connections with loved ones continue beyond physical life.Packed with health insights, intuitive guidance, pet communication, and spirit messages, this episode showcases the remarkable ways healing can happen when we look beyond the obvious and explore the deeper story behind our symptoms.Episode Chapters:(0:00:00) - Welcome and Brain Healing for Sundowning: Ping's Godmother Leilani from Vancouver(0:06:37) - Leaky Gut, Yeast Overgrowth, and Nystatin: Noelle from Charleston, South Carolina(0:13:21) - Osteoarthritis, the Gut Connection, and Keto: Fiona from Montreal (visiting St. Louis)(0:20:23) - Spirit Message from a Brother: Taleen from New York(0:23:00) - Back Surgery, Sepsis, and Vitamin C Protocol: Mindee from New Jersey(0:40:51) - Free Session Winner Announced(0:32:31) - Chronic Fatigue and Mold Sensitivity: Francesca from Chicago(0:38:00) - Missing Cat Milo: Lita from Melbourne, Australia(0:46:09) - Oreo the Cat's Final Message: Laura from Old Hickory, Tennessee(0:54:00) - Ley Lines, EMFs, and Psychiatric Health: Sandra from Perry Hall, Maryland➡️ Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️ Julie's Intuitive Trainings✏️ Ask Julie a Question!

Women with chronic illness and autoimmune disease know this pattern too well. Your symptoms have been manageable, you have been coexisting with your flare ups, getting through your days and the moment you finally take time off, your body completely falls apart.Researchers call this the let-down effect, and the emotional patterns underneath it explain why your body only lets you crash when you stop.In this mini, you'll discover:Why your body waits until you stop to crash and what is actually happening when it doesHow the let-down effect keeps women with chronic illness stuck in a cycle they cannot outrunOne daily practice that gives your body permission to catch up before it forces you toIf you want to identify the emotional patterns connected to your specific symptoms, use my free ChatGPT prompt to find out in under 30 seconds. Right now it is completely free and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Are you exhausted all day but wide awake the moment your head hits the pillow? You're not alone and it's not "just stress." In this episode, I break down 3 warning signs of adrenal imbalance that most women overlook, including why you wake up tired even after a full night's sleep, the "wired but tired" cycle that keeps your brain running at midnight, and why your energy crashes every afternoon like clockwork.If any of this sounds familiar, your body may be sending signals worth paying attention to. Listen to find out what they mean and what to do next.

What if the reason you're tired, foggy, and burned out has nothing to do with stress or sleep? Most high-performing men assume their fatigue, brain fog, and inflammation come from doing too much. But there's another conversation happening in functional medicine that most doctors miss completely. Dr. Torrie Thompson is the founder of Meraki Wellness Center in Austin and specializes in mold, heavy metals, environmental toxins, and Lyme disease. She's spent over a decade helping people figure out what's actually wrong when their labs look "normal" but they feel terrible. This one hits close to home for Jon. He's been dealing with Lyme, Babesia, and chronic inflammation for the better part of a decade. His CRP (a key inflammation marker) has averaged 90 for the last 10 years, with his most recent test coming in at 127. Tori told him on the podcast it's the highest she's ever seen, by a lot. If you've ever wondered why you feel off and your doctor keeps telling you everything looks fine, this conversation is for you.   In This Interview: → Why mold is the most common hidden driver of chronic fatigue and brain fog in men today  → The three foods that hold the most mycotoxins (and why you can't see or smell them)  → How to actually test your body and your home for mold (and the testing companies to avoid) → The difference between binders that help and binders that hurt  → Why standard doctors miss Lyme disease and what to do if you suspect you have it  → The order of operations: why you have to clear mold and metals before treating Lyme  → Why chelation can wreck your health and what to do instead  → How to spot misaligned incentives when a doctor pushes expensive weekly IV drips  → The cheapest, most overlooked tools for healing (PEMF, grounding, breathwork, sleep)  → Why your toxic bucket size determines how sick you get and how fast you recover This Conversation Is For You If: → You're exhausted, foggy, or inflamed and your bloodwork keeps coming back "normal"  → You've been to multiple doctors and nobody can tell you what's wrong  → You suspect mold in your home or your body and don't know where to start  → You've been bitten by a tick at some point and never felt the same since  → You're a business owner whose energy is the engine and you need it back online   Next Step: If this conversation made you curious about what might be sitting in your body or your home, Dr. Torrie and her team work with clients across the country. You can learn more about her practice and the work she does at drtorriethompson.com. Connect With Dr. Torrie Thompson: Website: drtorriethompson.com Instagram: instagram.com/drtorriethompson  

Meredith Oke is the host of the Quantum Biology Collective podcast and non-profit founder, Meredith has been down the sleep rabbit hole for years, learning what works, what doesn't and how to raise a family that sleeps.   SHOWNOTES:

INTERVIEW: Fiona Charlton & Emeritus Professor Warren Tate on new research showing chronic fatigue sufferers endure more economic / health hardship by Zac Hoffman on Radio One 91FM Dunedin

The gut brain axis is one of the most researched areas in modern science and one of the most ignored in chronic illness treatment.If you have been eliminating foods, following protocols and managing digestive disorders for years without lasting results, the missing piece has nothing to do with what is on your plate.In this episode, you'll discover:Why your gut keeps flaring even when your diet is perfectThe emotional pattern that physically disrupts digestion — and why most women completely miss itOne practical shift that changes your gut environment immediately without cutting another food groupIf you want to identify the emotional patterns connected to your specific symptoms, use my free ChatGPT prompt to find out in under 30 seconds. Right now it is completely free and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

In this conversation, Olivia Hill and Lyndi M discuss the intricacies of GI maps, protocols for gut health, and the importance of diet and lifestyle changes. They explore who should consider getting a GI map, the role of probiotics, and share success stories from patients who have undergone treatment. The discussion also touches on the spiritual aspect of health, emphasizing the importance of faith in the healing process.

Anxiety and chronic illness are rarely talked about together and almost never in the way that actually matters.Because the anxiety most women with chronic illness carry is not about their life. It is about their own body. And that specific fear, being afraid of the one thing you can never get distance from, creates an emotional pattern that quietly changes your relationship with your body in ways that make healing significantly harder. In this mini, you'll discover:Why anxiety about your own body is fundamentally different from any other kind of fear — and why it never switches offHow that fear pulls you out of your body and turns you into someone who surveils it rather than someone who lives in itOne powerful question that reveals exactly where your relationship with your body stands right nowIf you want to understand which emotional patterns may be driving your specific symptoms, use my free ChatGPT prompt to find out in under 30 seconds. Right now, it is completely free and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

What if the discipline, the drive and the work ethic that made you successful at everything else in your life is the reason your chronic illness is not getting better?Most women with autoimmune disease and chronic illness have never considered that the emotional patterns driving their symptoms might include the way they are approaching healing itself.In this episode, you'll discover:Why the women doing the most work on themselves are often the ones whose bodies are responding the leastHow obsessive focusing on getting better actually keeps your body in a state that makes progress virtually impossibleOne shift that separates women who are performing healing from women who are actually healingIf you want to know what emotional patterns may be driving your specific symptoms, use my free ChatGPT prompt to find out in under 30 seconds. Right now, it is completely free and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

 Important:To get the full benefits, you need raw, unpasteurized honey.Never heat this mixture above body temperature; heat destroys the compounds that make this combination so powerful.The Base Mixture:1 teaspoon of black seed oil1 teaspoon (or up to 2 tablespoons) of raw honeyHow to Take It:Take it on an empty stomach in the morning, and wait 30 minutes before eating.If taking it later in the day, take it at least 2 hours after a meal, or 30 minutes before a meal.If you take medication, space this mixture at least 2 hours apart from your medicine.First, consult your doctor before taking black seed oil, especially if you are on medication.1. Asthma and Breathing DifficultiesThe problem: Your airways are constricted or inflamed.Black seed oil contains Thymoquinone (TQ) , which can help open up airways by up to 60% within 3 hours.How to take: On an empty stomach in the morning and once before bed.Result: You may notice easier breathing within hours. By day 3, your lung capacity often improves dramatically.2. Weak Immune System, Allergies, Frequent InfectionsThis mixture boosts immune response by up to 89% while calming allergies and reducing infections.How to take: Same mixture as above, twice daily.For prevention: 3 times weekly.Result: Allergies often disappear completely within 4 to 6 weeks.3. Type 2 Diabetes and Blood Sugar ChaosThis mixture can reduce blood sugar levels by up to 45% and helps heal insulin resistance.How to take: 1 teaspoon black seed oil with 1 tablespoon honey, 30 minutes before your largest meal of the day.Result: Improvements within 2–3 days. Consult your doctor so they can adjust your diabetes medication if needed.4. High Blood Pressure and Heart StrainAdd a pinch of cinnamon to the base mixture. This reduces the inflammation that causes high blood pressure.Result: It can lower high blood pressure by 15 to 25 points within 2 weeks.5. Chronic Digestion Problems, IBS, and Gut IssuesWhen your gut is inflamed, everything suffers. This remedy improves digestion, mood, energy, immunity, and mental clarity.Black seed oil has antimicrobial properties that eliminate harmful bacteria, parasites, and fungi.Honey feeds the good bacteria in your gut and provides enzymes that improve digestion.How to take: Base mixture on an empty stomach, wait 30 minutes before eating.Result: Relief often comes within 24 hours. For chronic issues, improvement within 2–3 weeks.6. Chronic Inflammation, Joint Pain, and HeadachesChronic inflammation is the silent killer behind many diseases: Alzheimer's, arthritis, depression, heart disease, and cancer.How to take: Base mixture as directed. You can also apply black seed oil directly onto sore joints.Result: Joint pain often disappears within 3 to 5 days.7. Insomnia and Sleep DisordersThis mixture calms the nervous system and reduces cortisol levels.How to take: 1 teaspoon of the mixture 1 hour before bed.8. Anxiety, Depression, and Mood DisordersYour gut produces 90% of your serotonin—your "happiness chemical."How to take: Twice daily.Result: Mood control improves within 3 to 4 weeks.9. Hair LossUse this remedy both internally and externally.External use: Mix equal parts black seed oil and honey. Massage into the scalp and leave for 2 hours, then shampoo. Do this twice a week.Internal use: Take the mixture daily.Result: Improvements in hair loss within 1–2 weeks. New hair growth visible around 8 weeks.10. Skin Problems, Slow Healing, and Chronic WoundsExternal use: Apply the mixture directly to the skin and cover with a sterile bandage.Internal use: Continue taking the mixture daily.Result: Improvements within 1–2 weeks. Cuts and wounds heal much faster.11. Chronic Fatigue and Energy DepletionFatigue isn't normal—it signals that something is wrong. Common causes include inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, or adrenal exhaustion. This mixture addresses all of these.How to take: Take twice daily for 2 weeks, then once daily.Result: Energy levels typically improve within 3 to 5 days.12. Liver Disease, Fatty Liver, and Toxic OverloadThis mixture can help reverse liver damage. Fatty liver can be healed after about 8 months of consistent use.How to take: Twice daily, including once in the morning on an empty stomach.Result: Liver function tests often show remarkable improvement after 4 to 6 weeks.13. Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome, and Stubborn WeightObesity is often powered by inflammation. This mixture improves metabolism by 23% and reduces inflammation.How to take: 30 minutes before meals.Result: Weight comes off naturally as your metabolism heals. Most people lose 4 to 8 kg within the first month.14. Memory Loss, Brain Fog, and Cognitive DeclineYour brain needs good blood flow and low inflammation. This combination addresses both and may help reduce the plaque and tangles linked to Alzheimer's. Black seed oil increases blood circulation in the brain by up to 35%.How to take: Twice daily. Add 5 minutes of deep breathing after each dose.Result: Memory improvements after 2–3 weeks. Mental clarity returns.15. Heart Disease Prevention and RecoveryThis mixture reduces arterial inflammation, helps dissolve dangerous plaque, lowers bad cholesterol by up to 40%, improves circulation, and strengthens the heart muscle.How to take: Twice daily.Result: Consistent improvement after 6 to 8 weeks.16. Cancer Treatment and PreventionBlack seed oil has shown anti-cancer properties in over 200 studies. It may help kill cancer cells, boost the effectiveness of chemotherapy, and prevent cancer from spreading. (Always follow your doctor's advice regarding cancer treatment.)17. Autoimmune Disorders and Inflammatory DiseasesHow to take: Twice daily.Result: Improvements within 4 to 6 weeks.Important Warnings & Side EffectsDetox Reaction: This mixture detoxifies the body. You might feel unwell at the beginning as toxins are released.Stomach Sensitivity: If you have stomach problems, start with half doses to let your body adjust.Pregnancy: Avoid this mixture during pregnancy.Medication Interactions: Consult your doctor if you are taking blood-thinning medication or immune suppressive drugs.My Video: We Mixed Black Seed Oil & Honey to Treat 19 Problems https://youtu.be/pPlVxi8_FmwMy Audio: https://divinesuccess.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/Podcast5/We-Mixed-Black-Seed-Oil-Honey-to-Treat-19-Problems.mp3

In this deep-dive Ask Dr. Tony episode, Dr. Tony Ebel opens up about his own decade-long battle with Lyme disease — from the tick bite in his backyard to the chronic symptoms that silently took over his life. He breaks down the three stages of nervous system dysfunction, explains why so many people struggle to heal from Lyme, and shares the exact three-step sequence that finally got him better. This episode is for anyone battling Lyme disease, suspecting they might have it, or supporting a child or loved one through it.-----Links & Resources:https://erlandsonclinic.com/https://lymestop.com/-----Key Topics & Timestamps02:00 The Three Stages of Nervous System Dysfunction 09:00 The Season of Life That Set the Stage: Stress, Pregnancy & a Busy Practice12:00 The Tick Bite, the Bullseye Rash & the Acute Infection 17:00 Going Natural First: Overnight Remedies & the Antibiotic Decision 22:00 Meeting Dr. Ben Erlandson & the Moment Everything Changed 28:00 Why More Chiropractic Adjustments Were the Turning Point 30:00 What LymeStop Is & Why the Body Has to Move Toxins Out First 44:00 Your Path Is Unique: Don't Give Up & Finding Your Dr. Ben-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocsFacebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs NetworkYoutube: The PX DocsFor more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care.Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

Nervous system healing is one of the most talked about topics in chronic illness right now…But there is something nobody is saying about why regulation alone will never be enough and why your symptoms keep coming back no matter how much breathwork, meditation or vagal toning you do.In this mini, you'll discover:Why nervous system regulation works — and exactly where it falls short for women with chronic illnessWhat keeps putting your nervous system back into activation even after you regulate itOne question to ask yourself every time you reach for a regulation tool that begins to address the sourceIf you want to identify the emotional patterns that keep reactivating your nervous system, use my free ChatGPT prompt to connect your specific symptoms to possible emotional roots in under 30 seconds. Right now, it is completely free and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

In this episode of Accelerated Health with Sara Banta, I uncover the hidden connection between fatty liver, thyroid dysfunction, toxins, poor sleep, anxiety, stubborn weight gain, and the chronic fatigue epidemic affecting millions.⚠️ Fatty liver disease is skyrocketing — even in people who DON'T drink.⚠️ Depression, thyroid issues, and cancer rates are climbing.⚠️ And most people are treating symptoms while ignoring the ROOT cause.Discover what the MAHA movement is finally getting right… and the critical missing piece nobody's talking about!Learn how your liver, thyroid, gut, and mitochondria work together — and why fixing the foundation could change EVERYTHING.If you've tried keto, fasting, GLP-1s, carnivore, supplements, or endless diets and still feel stuck… this episode may explain why.Supplements Featured In This Episode:• Acceleradine® Iodine https://www.acceleratedhealthproducts.com/products/acceleradine-iodine-supplement  • Accelerated Thyroid® https://www.acceleratedhealthproducts.com/products/accelerated-thyroid-supplement • Accelerated Fast®  https://www.acceleratedhealthproducts.com/products/accelerated-fast-supplement• Accelerated Liver Care® https://www.acceleratedhealthproducts.com/products/accelerated-liver-careNot sure what food to eat and avoid? This guide is for you.⬇️

In today's episode, we dive into the “clinical faces of fatigue.” Join Datis Kharrazian as we explore why some individuals never fully recover from illnesses or injuries, the intricate link between mood and brain energy, and why two patients with similar medical conditions like anemia can have vastly different experiences of fatigue.We'll unravel how mitochondrial dysfunctions, both inherited and acquired, lie at the heart of chronic fatigue, depression, fibromyalgia, and other conditions often resistant to simple solutions. You'll discover why bagfuls of supplements aren't enough, and how real recovery requires understanding and addressing the unique bioenergetic roadblocks each patient faces, ranging from oxidative stress and poor sleep to blood sugar imbalances and exposure to environmental toxins.Register for Chronic Fatigue and Pain Syndromes Clinical Strategies and Treatment Applications at https://pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/chronic-fatigue-and-pain-syndromesTo become a Certified Functional Medicine practitioner, visit https://kharrazianinstitute.com/⁠. Try our 7-day free trial, no credit card required. 00:00 Factors affecting mitochondrial function03:55 Optimizing patient bioenergetics basics09:27 Mitochondria and cell evolution12:33 Focus on acquired mitochondrial dysfunctions14:23 Mitochondrial ATP production process20:22 Ketogenic diet and energy pathways21:15 Ketogenic diet for chronic fatigue27:02 Exploring functional medicine resourcesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Living in a constant state of stress can quietly affect energy, digestion, sleep, focus, and recovery.  In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, sits down with Ashley to talk about anxiety, the fight-or-flight response, and why many people with chronic health issues can get stuck in stress patterns without fully realizing it. Ashley explains how fear-based thinking and spiraling thoughts can intensify physical symptoms, why the body responds to imagined danger as if it were real, and the visualization technique she uses to help calm anxiety in the moment. In this episode, you'll learn: Why anxiety is a signal that your body is stuck in the stress response How chronic stress impacts digestion, hormones, energy production, and healing The difference between anxiety and other emotions The visualization technique Ashley uses to turn off anxiety in the moment Why your thoughts and self-talk can increase physical symptoms and panic How imagining successful outcomes can help retrain the nervous system Guest: Ashley James is a Holistic Health Coach, Podcaster, Rapid Anxiety Cessation Expert, and passionate whole food plant-based home chef who has been helping clients transform their lives since 2005. A Master Practitioner and Trainer of Neuro-linguistic Programming, she combines powerful mind-body tools with deeply researched holistic protocols to create lasting change.  After reversing her own type 2 diabetes, PCOS, infertility, chronic infections, and debilitating adrenal fatigue, Ashley founded the Learn True Health with Ashley James podcast in 2016 to share what truly works. Her mission is to show you that you do not have to suffer and that your body can heal when you remove what harms it and give it what it needs. Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://www.energymdmethod.com/masterclass-registration See real results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 00:28 - Meet Ashley James 01:26 - Ashley's Chronic Fatigue and Adrenal Fatigue Story 04:40 - How Food Changes Transformed Her Health 08:49 - Why Anxiety Is Different From Other Emotions 14:10 - What Happens in the Stress Response 18:24 - Anxiety as a Warning Signal 24:14 - How Stress Shuts Down Healing and Digestion 32:22 - The Visualization Technique to Turn Off Anxiety 41:34 - Using the Technique for Generalized Anxiety Connect with Ashley James: Learn True Health Website & Podcast: https://learntruehealth.com Free Anxiety Freedom Technique: https://anxietyfreedomtechnique.com/free Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.  Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.  Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Up to 1 in 5 people may have this condition and never know it and the diagnoses they've been handed instead, from PCOS to IBS to chronic fatigue, may all be pointing at the same hidden cause. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tania Dempsey, Johns Hopkins-trained internist and one of the leading researchers on Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, who tells me that 100% of her PCOS patients test positive for MCAS, and walks me through why mast cells may be the most overlooked driver of chronic illness in modern medicine. If you've been told your symptoms are idiopathic, or that nothing's wrong even though everything feels wrong, this is the conversation that finally connects the dots. CLICK HERE TO BECOME GARY'S VIP!: ⁠https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg⁠ Get Dr. Tania Dempsey's audio book, “Mast Cell Matters”: ⁠https://bit.ly/4drrnOf⁠  Listen to Dr. Tania Dempsey on all your favorite platforms! YouTube: ⁠https://bit.ly/4dcVlqs⁠  Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/4dsS9G2⁠  Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://bit.ly/3PjGhy6⁠  Connect with Tania Dempsey Website: ⁠https://bit.ly/4dKXgTe⁠  YouTube: ⁠https://bit.ly/4dcVlqs⁠   Instagram: ⁠https://bit.ly/4f7kHrd⁠  Facebook: ⁠https://bit.ly/3R6sOdz⁠   LinkedIn: ⁠https://bit.ly/4ddPilv⁠   Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD AIRES: "ULTIMATE20 " FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze BAJA GOLD: "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp CYMBIOTIKA: "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): ⁠https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC H2TAB: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn SNOOZE: LET'S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW Watch  the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: ⁠https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8⁠ Podcasts: ⁠https://bit.ly/3RQftU0⁠ Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: ⁠https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo⁠ X: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://bit.ly/464VA1H⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2⁠ Website: ⁠https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU⁠ Merch: ⁠https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1⁠ Newsletter: ⁠https://bit.ly/47ejrws⁠ Ask Gary: ⁠https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG⁠ Timestamps 00:00 ​Intro of Show 03:52 - The biology of mast cells 05:34 - Inflammation, allergies, and dystrophisms 09:00 - Connective tissue, POTS, and Ehlers-Danlos 09:40 - Gary's daughter and the toxic load 13:24 - Symptoms from head to toe 18:20 - GLP-1 receptors on mast cells 23:47 - Identifying the upstream triggers 27:38 - Treating viral and bacterial loads 31:35 - The herpes virus family and reactivation 35:47 - SOT therapy and targeted mRNA 38:17 - The immunofatigue theory of aging 45:03 - Therapeutic plasma exchange and detox 58:09 - Gut dysbiosis and the microbiome 1:00:58 - Cryptosporidium and parasite testing 1:06:30 - Hope and the path forward Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation.  Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you tried everything for your chronic fatigue and exhaustion (the sleep, the supplements, the rest) and nothing is actually working?For women with chronic illness, fatigue recovery keeps stalling for a reason that has nothing to do with how you are sleeping — and everything to do with what your life actually feels like from the inside.In this episode, you'll discover:Why the conventional approach to chronic fatigue keeps women stuck — and what is actually missing from the conversationWhy your body may be generating exhaustion for a reason that has nothing to do with your sleepWhat the mind-body research consistently points to as the most overlooked driver of chronic fatigue in womenIf you recognized yourself in this episode, this is where you start. Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns connected to your specific symptoms in under 30 seconds. Right now, it is completely free and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes. For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Holistic healing is one of the most searched terms in chronic illness. But most women have never been told what it actually means — or why everything they have tried so far may only be addressing half the problem.In this mini, you'll discover:What holistic healing actually means beyond treating the physical body and why most mainstream approaches miss it entirelyWhy chronic illness keeps returning when the emotional patterns driving it are never addressedFour questions to ask before your next appointment or protocol that will tell you immediately whether you are getting truly holistic careIf you have been spending time and money on approaches that keep delivering partial results, this is the conversation that changes how you think about your healing. Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns connected to your specific symptoms in under 30 seconds. Right now it is completely free and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Functional Diagnostic Nutrition: Using Saliva Testing, Food Sensitivity Labs, and Lifestyle to Find Root Causes: Reed Davis, Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) and Certified Nutritional Therapist (CNT), is founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN). He discusses using functional testing alongside conventional care to uncover “dysfunction” when standard labs appear normal. Davis describes assessing adrenal and metabolic stress via saliva testing for circadian cortisol patterns, cortisol-DHEA balance, sex hormones, secretory IgA, and melatonin, emphasizing clinical correlation and individualized “studies of one.” He outlines an approach targeting multiple “healing opportunities” (H-I-D-D-E-N: hormones, immune, digestion, detoxification, energy, nervous system) and applying D-R-E-S-S (diet, rest, exercise, stress reduction, supplementation) rather than relying on supplements alone. A case example links chronic hives, medication-related weight gain, and food triggers identified through additional testing, including the Mediator Release Test. The discussion also covers stress-driven gut dysbiosis, digestion decline, and EFT tapping for stress-related symptoms, and notes FDN practitioners can be found via FDNtraining.com/medicine.

Energy healing and chronic illness are more connected than most women have ever been told.And it has nothing to do with crystals or candles — it has everything to do with the emotional state your body is trying to heal from.In this episode, you'll discover:Why the emotional state you operate from every day is shaping your body's ability to heal in ways no protocol has ever addressedWhat energy healing actually is when you strip away the spiritual language — and why it matters for chronic illnessOne practical shift that begins to raise the energetic state your body is trying to heal fromThe practice in this episode will show you where your energy is being drained. My free ChatGPT prompt takes it one step further — connecting your specific physical symptoms to the emotional patterns underneath them in under 30 seconds. Right now it is completely free. That will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Detachment and chronic illness are not two things most women put together. But the grip most women have on getting better may be one of the things keeping them stuck.In this mini, you'll discover:Why making healing the most stressful thing in your life keeps the body in a state it cannot repair fromHow detachment from the outcome of your healing is one of the most powerful things you can do for your bodyOne practical shift this week that begins to loosen the gripUse my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns connected to your specific symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

If you've been pushing yourself to do more, research more, and try more when it comes to your health — this episode is for you. Today we're going back to the original Hebrew to uncover what Solomon actually meant when he used the word "diligent" in Proverbs. And it's not what most of us think. This isn't a try-harder message. This is a work-smarter, trust-God, move-with-precision message — and it has everything to do with how you approach your healing journey. This episode is for the Christian woman who is done spinning her wheels, confused by every new health trend, and ready to move forward with clarity, faith, and real direction. --- What Does "Diligent" Actually Mean in Proverbs? Most of us grew up thinking diligent simply meant hardworking and persistent. But when you go back to the original Hebrew, the word used in Proverbs — charuwts — paints a completely different picture. According to Strong's Concordance, charuwts means incisive, decisive, and sharp. It's the same word used to describe a threshing sledge — a heavy agricultural tool with iron teeth, dragged across grain to separate what's valuable from what isn't. Sometimes a person would sit on top of it to increase the weight and effectiveness. This is not a passive word. This is a precise, relentless, purposeful word. And here's what Proverbs says about the diligent woman: • Proverbs 12:24 — the diligent will rule • Proverbs 13:4 — the soul of the diligent will be richly supplied • Proverbs 21:5 — diligence leads to abundance --- Work Smarter, Not Just Harder Here's the shift that changes everything: the threshing sledge wasn't just powerful — it was efficient. It had a specific purpose and it executed that purpose with precision. Jesus said in Matthew 11 that his yoke is easy and his burden is light. That doesn't mean life won't require effort. But it does mean we're not called to frantic, scattered, exhausting effort. We're called to sharp, intentional, God-directed effort. In 2026, distraction is one of the biggest enemies of diligence. When we don't know what our goals are, when we haven't sat with God long enough to hear what He's asking of us, we can't be relentless — because we don't even know what we're running toward. James 1 puts it plainly: the double-minded person, the one who asks but doubts, is like a wave tossed by the wind. Unstable. Unsteady. Unable to receive. --- Why Your Holistic Health Journey Feels So Overwhelming If you're dealing with chronic fatigue, autoimmune symptoms, or trying to figure out what your body actually needs — the noise is overwhelming. Every doctor says something different. Every health guru has a different protocol. Every natural remedy promises to be the answer. But the Hebrew definition of diligent isn't "research everything." It's be precise. Be decisive. Be sharp about what God is showing you. This is what a faith-centered approach to holistic health actually looks like in practice: • Going to God first for wisdom about your body, not just Google • Receiving direction and then actually following through — not second-guessing every step • Recognizing that every part of your life shapes your health: your relationships, your schedule, your commitments, your alignment with your calling • Letting go of the supplement overload and leaning into the foundational things — rest, alignment, peace, and purpose When the busyness of life pulls us away from who God created us to be, that disconnect creates a mental and physical load that affects our health in ways no supplement can fix. Christian wellness isn't just about what you eat. It's about how you live. --- Time-Stamped Highlights • 0:00 — The Hebrew word for "diligent" in Proverbs and the threshing sledge picture • 0:29 — Three key Proverbs about diligence and what they promise • 1:22 — What charuwts actually means: incisive, decisive, sharp, relentless • 3:18 — Why this points to working smarter, not just harder • 4:15 — Distraction as the enemy of diligence in 2026 • 4:42 — James 1 and the danger of being double-minded • 5:42 — How this applies directly to your autoimmune healing and health journey • 7:08 — The turning point: when healthy eating wasn't enough and God showed a better way • 8:07 — How living out of alignment with your calling affects your health • 9:03 — A direct invitation to act on what God has already been showing you --- Key Takeaways • The Hebrew word for "diligent" in Proverbs means far more than hardworking — it means precise, decisive, sharp, and relentless, like a threshing instrument with a specific purpose • Distraction is one of the biggest barriers to true diligence — it's hard to be relentless when you don't know what you're pursuing • God calls us to seek His wisdom and then obey it — not to keep searching indefinitely while doubting every step • Holistic health isn't just physical — your relationships, schedule, purpose, and alignment all shape your body's ability to heal • You can acknowledge your feelings — the tiredness, the discouragement, the lack of hope — and still choose obedience anyway • This is not about doing more. It's about doing what God has already shown you, with precision and trust --- Ready to Move Forward with Precision? If this episode stirred something in you and you're ready to stop guessing and start moving forward with real focus — the More Energy & Peace Session was built for you. This is for the woman who hears truth and acts on it. The one who is done being overwhelmed and ready to bring sharp, intentional focus to her health and her life. Book your More Energy & Peace Session at herholistichealing.com/peace.   This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. 

If you are a highly sensitive woman or an empath with autoimmune or chronic illness, this episode is going to change how you understand your symptoms.Most women who feel everything deeply have no idea that their body is processing far more than their own emotional experience every single day and that it is costing them physically.In this episode, you'll discover:Why highly sensitive and empathetic women carry a physiological burden most doctors have never consideredHow absorbing other people's emotions without realizing it keeps your body in a state it cannot heal fromOne practical shift that begins to separate what is yours from what you have been carrying for everyone elseThe emotions you have been carrying that were never yours to begin with have been shaping your body's experience for a long time. If you want to know which emotional patterns are connected to your specific symptoms, use my free ChatGPT prompt to find out in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

For more information and support, join us at https://thecirsgroup.com Jacie and Barbara discuss chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), emphasizing it as a real, multisystem illness rather than “just being tired,” and describe hallmark symptoms like post-exertional malaise (PEM), unrefreshing sleep, brain fog/word-finding issues, orthostatic intolerance, sensory sensitivity, pain, headaches, and the push-crash cycle. They explain how ME/CFS is often hard to diagnose due to lack of a single definitive test, the use of exclusionary testing and symptom criteria, and how cardiopulmonary exercise testing can objectively demonstrate impaired recovery and reduced oxygen utilization, which is useful for disability or legal documentation. They argue the diagnosis is a label, not a root cause, and propose chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS) from biotoxin exposure (often water-damaged buildings/mold) as a potential driver, citing Dr. Ming Dooley's review comparing ME/CFS research to CIRS treatment outcomes. They outline next steps: assess exposure history and symptom patterns, take symptom clusters and the VCS test, find a CIRS-literate practitioner, address current environments before protocols, and explore resources and their community membership. For more information and support, join us at https://thecirsgroup.com TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro to Chronic Fatigue / medical disclaimer 02:30 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is real, let's ask WHY 04:26 What is ME/CFS? 06:40 The CFS lived experience 09:09 Getting a ME/CFS diagnosis 11:05 Labels vs root cause 12:08 What is actually happening when you have ME/CFS 13:01 How CIRS may cause ME/CFS: published research backed 15:29 Why doctors miss CIRS 17:14 Next steps if you want to seek treatment 20:10 Testing and find a practitioner that is Shoemaker Certified 21:04 Resources For more information and support, join us at https://thecirsgroup.com LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Ming Dooley's published research connecting CFS and CIRS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40806417/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11623837/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41265402/ VCS test and symptom questions for CIRS: https://www.survivingmold.com/store/online-vcs-screening Order Jacie's book! The 30 Day Carnivore Bootcamp: https://a.co/d/7MgHrRs The CIRS Group: Support Community: https://thecirsgroup.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecirsgroup/ Find Jacie for carnivore, lifestyle and limbic resources: Jacie's book on the Carnivore diet!  https://a.co/d/8ZKCqz0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladycarnivory YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LadyCarnivory Blog: https://www.ladycarnivory.com/ Find Barbara for business/finance tips and coaching: Website: https://www.actlikebarbara.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actlikebarbara/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@actlikebarbara Jacie is a Shoemaker certified Proficiency Partner, NASM certified nutrition coach, author, and carnivore recipe developer determined to share the life changing information of carnivore and CIRS to anyone who will listen. Barbara is a business and fitness coach, CIRS and ADHD advocate, writer, speaker, and a big fan of health and freedom. Together, they co-founded The CIRS Group, an online support community to help people that are struggling with their CIRS diagnosis and treatment.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Blomsterfarmen: A Tale of Friendship Blossoming in Spring Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-05-02-07-38-19-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Det var en tidig vårmorgon på Blomsterfarmen.En: It was an early spring morning at the Blomsterfarmen.Sv: Solen hade precis börjat värma det daggfyllda gräset.En: The sun had just begun to warm the dew-covered grass.Sv: Elsa, en duktig trädgårdsmästare, gick längs raderna av prunkande tulpaner och rosor.En: Elsa, a skilled gardener, walked along the rows of flourishing tulips and roses.Sv: Jorden var fortfarande mörk och fuktig från nattens regn, vilket gjorde färgerna ännu mer levande.En: The soil was still dark and moist from the night's rain, making the colors even more vibrant.Sv: Men Elsa kände sig trött.En: But Elsa felt tired.Sv: Hennes kroniska trötthet var som en skugga som följde henne varje dag.En: Her chronic fatigue was like a shadow that followed her every day.Sv: Johan och Sofia, hennes kollegor, arbetade flitigt några rader bort.En: Johan and Sofia, her colleagues, were working diligently a few rows away.Sv: De njöt av det vårdoftande arbetet och de planerade ivrigt för den nya säsongen.En: They enjoyed the spring-scented work and eagerly planned for the new season.Sv: Elsa log svagt mot dem men innerst inne oroade hon sig över sin ork.En: Elsa smiled faintly at them but deep down, she worried about her energy.Sv: Det fanns så mycket att göra och hon ville att blommorna skulle blomstra perfekt inför säsongen.En: There was so much to do, and she wanted the flowers to blossom perfectly for the season.Sv: Medan fåglarna kvittrade i de avlägsna träden, försökte Elsa hålla jämn takt med sina arbetskamrater.En: While birds chirped in the distant trees, Elsa tried to keep pace with her coworkers.Sv: Arbetet på gården var krävande och hennes krafter var inte vad de borde vara.En: The work on the farm was demanding, and her strength was not what it should be.Sv: Men Elsa bestämde sig för att inte visa sin trötthet.En: But Elsa decided not to show her fatigue.Sv: Hon ville inte att Johan och Sofia skulle oroa sig.En: She didn't want Johan and Sofia to worry.Sv: Så småningom började mörka moln dra in över fältet.En: Eventually, dark clouds began to roll over the field.Sv: En storm var på gång.En: A storm was approaching.Sv: Blixtarna lyste upp himlen och vinden började rasa.En: Lightning lit up the sky, and the wind began to rage.Sv: Elsa visste att de unga plantorna var i fara.En: Elsa knew that the young plants were in danger.Sv: Hon måste agera snabbt för att skydda dem från stormens vrede.En: She had to act quickly to protect them from the storm's wrath.Sv: Elsa samlade all sin styrka och började täcka över blommorna med skyddande dukar.En: Elsa gathered all her strength and started covering the flowers with protective sheets.Sv: Hennes händer skakade av ansträngning, men hon fortsatte ändå.En: Her hands trembled from the effort, but she went on regardless.Sv: Johan och Sofia såg hennes kamp och skyndade sig för att hjälpa till.En: Johan and Sofia saw her struggle and hurried to help.Sv: Tillsammans kämpade de mot vinden och regnet.En: Together, they battled the wind and rain.Sv: Efter vad som kändes som en evighet, avtog stormen.En: After what felt like an eternity, the storm subsided.Sv: Elsa stod där, andfådd och våt, men med ett lättat sinne.En: Elsa stood there, breathless and wet, but with a relieved mind.Sv: Johan och Sofia hade gjort så mycket för att hjälpa henne, och tillsammans hade de räddat de flesta av plantorna.En: Johan and Sofia had done so much to help her, and together they had saved most of the plants.Sv: "Tack," sa Elsa svagt, hennes röst full av tacksamhet.En: "Thank you," Elsa said softly, her voice full of gratitude.Sv: Sofia lade en hand på Elsas axel och log varmt.En: Sofia placed a hand on Elsa's shoulder and smiled warmly.Sv: "Det är därför vi är här tillsammans.En: "That's why we're here together.Sv: Nästa gång, låt oss veta när du behöver hjälp."En: Next time, let us know when you need help."Sv: Elsa insåg nu att hon inte var ensam i sin kamp.En: Elsa now realized she was not alone in her struggle.Sv: Samarbetet med Johan och Sofia hade varit avgörande.En: The cooperation with Johan and Sofia had been crucial.Sv: Hon lärde sig att acceptera hjälp och att hennes styrka inte bara låg i vad hon kunde göra själv, utan också i vad hon kunde åstadkomma tillsammans med andra.En: She learned to accept help and that her strength was not just in what she could do by herself, but also in what she could achieve together with others.Sv: Blomsterfarmen må ha varit en plats för blommor, men idag hade den också varit en plats för vänskap och empati.En: The Blomsterfarmen may have been a place for flowers, but today it was also a place for friendship and empathy.Sv: Våren fortsatte med sina löften om nytt liv och färg, och Elsa visste nu att hon aldrig behövde bära sina bördor ensam.En: Spring continued with its promises of new life and color, and Elsa now knew she never had to carry her burdens alone. 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The brain body connection is not a wellness concept — it is a biological communication system.And for women with chronic illness and autoimmune disease, understanding how it actually works changes everything about why symptoms persist.In this mini, you'll discover:Why your symptoms keep coming back even when you are doing everything rightWhat the science reveals about the communication between your body and your brainA simple daily practice that begins to change what your brain thinks normal feels likeYour brain is learning from your body every single day. If you want to know what emotional patterns it has been learning from (and what your specific symptoms may be telling it) use my free ChatGPT prompt. It connects your physical symptoms to the emotional patterns underneath them in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

If you have endometriosis or PCOS, this episode is directly for you. And if your diagnosis is something else (chronic illness, autoimmune disease, fibromyalgia, fatigue) the emotional pattern at the center of this conversation almost certainly lives in your story too.In this episode, you'll discover:The specific emotional pattern behind endometriosis and PCOS that nobody in medicine is talking about.Why this pattern is so common in high-functioning women — and why it is so easy to miss.One practical shift that begins to address the emotional root of both conditions.If you're not sure what your body is trying to tell you, this is where you start. Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 4-23-2026: Dr. Dawn highlights ARPA-H-funded breakthroughs: Duke researchers created injections enabling cartilage cells to divide and remodel bone, UC Boulder developed intermittent-burst delivery of a repurposed drug that reversed rabbit arthritis in 4-8 weeks, and Columbia printed a living 3D knee using stem cells on biodegradable scaffolding. She notes the agency's budget was cut by $945 million despite requiring human trials within 18 months of funding. A cord blood study across 200 countries links phthalates—found in food packaging, vinyl flooring, shampoos, and toys—to placental disruption and premature birth. Dr. Dawn warns that removing specific chemicals just leads to untested replacements, and urges avoiding microwaving in plastic. An emailer asks about microbiome and exercise motivation. Dr. Dawn describes research showing Veillonella atypica bacteria eat lactate produced during exercise and trigger dopamine production via the vagus nerve, creating a reward loop. Bred "super-runner" mice ran three times longer than average, but antibiotics reduced their running by 21%, implicating microbiome involvement. Dr. Dawn expands on cortisol dynamics: levels should rise gradually from 3 a.m., spike threefold at waking to synchronize hormones, then decline throughout the day. Chronic stress keeps cortisol elevated, while burnout from sustained overproduction eventually exhausts the adrenals and disrupts circadian rhythm, requiring 6-12 months to restore. An emailer asks about food-based detoxification for skin and inflammation. Dr. Dawn explains that plant bioflavonoids—originally insecticides—trigger enzyme production that also breaks down synthetic pollutants, with sulfur-containing vegetables (crucifers, onions, garlic) particularly important. Colorful fruits and vegetables scavenge free radicals that damage DNA and collagen. Dr. Dawn explores red and near-infrared light therapy (600-1100nm), which boosts ATP production by energizing cytochrome c oxidase in mitochondria. The FDA approved a device for dry macular degeneration, and red light is recommended for chemotherapy-induced oral mucositis. She notes modern buildings filter these wavelengths, potentially starving us of light our bodies evolved to need. Dr. Dawn shares research on unsupervised childhood play, citing psychologist Peter Gray's finding that independent play develops internal locus of control—the belief you can influence outcomes. such as youth anxiety and depression, as children no longer learn to self-soothe through tolerating boredom.

Your brain has been listening to every thought you've had about your body since the day chronic illness or autoimmune disease entered your life. And those thoughts have been building something — neural pathways that make the story of illness feel like fact.In this mini, you'll discover:Why the thoughts you repeat about your body are forming neural pathways that make healing harderHow corrective phrases interrupt established thought patterns and begin to build new onesFive specific phrases to start using today that directly contradict the most damaging chronic illness thought loopsIf you're not sure what your body is trying to tell you, this is where you start. Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis

You can eat the cleanest diet, take all the right supplements, and still feel like your body isn't working the way it should. And at some point, you start wondering… “What am I missing?” Because it doesn't make sense. You're trying. You care. You're not ignoring your health. But something still feels off. Here's what most people won't tell you— Your body doesn't just respond to what you eat. It responds to the life you're living. It responds to the stress you've been carrying. The thoughts you keep replaying. The pace you refuse to slow down. The things God may have been nudging you to address… that you've been pushing aside. And if no one has ever shown you how to look at your health through that lens, it's really easy to stay stuck—doing more, trying harder, and still not getting better. So in this episode, we're going to zoom out. We're going to look at your health the way it was actually designed to function—connected, whole, and influenced by every part of your life. Because once you see that, things start to make a lot more sense. Why Your Health Isn't Just About Food, Supplements, or Exercise Many women have been taught to focus only on physical solutions: Diet changes Exercise routines Supplements or medications And while those can help, they're not the full picture. Your body is deeply connected to: Your thoughts Your stress levels Your relationships Your environment Your spiritual life When we ignore these areas, it's easy to feel like nothing is working—even when you're putting in effort. The Body Is Complex—And That Matters for Your Healing Your body isn't simple. It contains around 37 trillion cells Each cell has a specific role Multiple systems are constantly working together Your nervous system, hormones, immune system, and digestion are all interacting at the same time—without you even thinking about it. This complexity reflects God's design. And it's a reminder: we can't expect quick fixes to address something so intricate. Why You Can Do “Everything Right” and Still Feel Unwell You can: Eat clean Exercise consistently Take high-quality supplements …and still experience symptoms like chronic fatigue, brain fog, or inflammation. That's because your health is influenced by more than what you put in your body. For example: Ongoing stress can impact hormones and energy Emotional burdens can show up physically Environmental exposures can affect how your body functions Disconnection from rest or peace can take a toll over time This is why a whole-person approach is essential—especially for women navigating chronic fatigue or autoimmune healing. Your Thoughts and Beliefs Affect Your Body More Than You Think Your body doesn't just respond to what you eat—it responds to what you believe. Research has shown that perception can influence physical responses. In one study: Two groups drank the same milkshake One group believed it was healthy The other believed it was unhealthy Their bodies responded differently based on what they believed. You've likely experienced this in your own life: Stress triggering headaches Emotional overwhelm leading to fatigue Loneliness affecting your energy Your mind and body are not separate—and your thoughts matter. Simple, Faith-Aligned Changes Can Support Your Health This message can feel overwhelming at first. But it can also be freeing. Because improving your health doesn't always require: Expensive treatments Constant testing Complex routines Sometimes the most meaningful changes are simple: Lowering daily stress Practicing gratitude Spending time in life-giving relationships Making small, consistent healthy habits Choosing foods closer to how God designed them These are often the areas that get overlooked—but they matter. Pay Attention to What God May Already Be Showing You If you've been feeling stuck, consider this: What if your next step isn't complicated? It might be something simple like: Letting go of unforgiveness Creating more rest in your day Reducing something that's draining you Adding one nourishing habit Small steps, taken consistently, can lead to real change. Time-Stamped Highlights 00:00 – Your body doesn't function separately from your life 00:41 – The myth of focusing only on physical health 02:04 – Why whole-person health matters 03:03 – How simple changes can create real progress 04:29 – The body's complexity: 37 trillion cells 08:15 – Why the body's systems are interconnected 09:13 – How beliefs influence physical health 10:09 – Examples of stress impacting the body 12:08 – Health doesn't have to be complicated or expensive 13:33 – The power of small, simple steps 14:27 – Reframing symptoms: your body is responding Key Takeaways Your health is shaped by your entire life—not just physical habits The body is deeply interconnected and intentionally designed Symptoms are often signals, not just problems to fix Your thoughts, stress, and spiritual life all impact your health Simple, consistent changes can lead to meaningful progress Take a moment to reflect: What in your life might be affecting your energy or peace right now? What is one small step you can take today? Feeling Stuck or Unsure What to Do Next? If you've been trying different things but still don't feel better, you don't have to keep guessing. You're invited to book a More Energy and Peace session—a calm, supportive space where we look at your health from a whole-person, faith-centered perspective. Together, we'll explore what may be contributing to your symptoms and help you identify simple, aligned next steps—without overwhelm or pressure. You can book your session here: https://herholistichealing.com/peace   This content is for informational purposes only and is not meant to be medical advice.

After weeks on the Autoimmune Protocol Diet (AIP), my flareups were the worst they've ever been. Three days after I stopped - almost completely cleared.This episode is about why and what it means for every woman with a chronic illness who is following a healing protocol that isn't working.In this episode, you'll discover:Why a life that feels miserable and unfulfilling is one of the most powerful inflammation drivers your doctor has never tested forHow elimination protocols can create the exact internal environment that keeps chronic illness activeWhat actually changed in my body when I stopped the most restrictive diet of my life — and why it happened in three daysIf you're not sure what your body is trying to tell you, this is where you start. Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

At some point chronic illness and autoimmune illness stops being something you have. For most women, it becomes something you are. And that shift — quiet, gradual, almost invisible — may be one of the most powerful things keeping you stuck in a state of dis-ease.In this mini, you'll discover:How that identity keeps the body responding to the story of illness instead of the story of healingWhy the body responds to repeated internal stories more than it responds to treatmentOne question that begins to separate who you are from what you have been experiencingIf you're ready to shift the identity reinforcing your chronic illness, Becoming the Version of You Who Heals is a private 7-day audio series with transformative daily practices that begin to rewire the internal story your body has been responding to. Read the stories of women like you who saw big change in just one week. CLICK HERE!For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

In this episode with Dr. Datis Kharrazian, we dive into the mechanisms that underlie pain, exploring key terms like nociception, hyperalgesia, allodynia, and sensitization. You'll learn how pain signals travel through first, second, and third order neurons, why some injuries result in referral pain, and how chemical mediators and the sympathetic nervous system amplify pain perception.We'll break down how the brain interprets, localizes, and emotionally responds to pain, revealing the roles of the somatosensory cortex, amygdala, insular cortex, and other regions. Discover why pain isn't always proportional to tissue damage and how psychological and physiological variables, including mood and limbic system activation, shape your experience. Whether you're a healthcare professional, nutritionist, or someone managing chronic pain, this episode bridges scientific insight with practical understanding, helping you see pain from a whole new perspective.Register for Chronic Fatigue and Pain Syndromes Clinical Strategies and Treatment Applications at https://pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/chronic-fatigue-and-pain-syndromesTo become a Certified Functional Medicine practitioner, visit https://kharrazianinstitute.com/⁠. Try our 7-day free trial, no credit card required. ⁠For Certified Functional Nutrition education for both practitioners and lay people, visit https://afnlm.com/⁠00:00 Understanding types of pain04:57 How mood affects pain perception08:02 Why visceral pain feels external12:04 How pain signals are amplified15:58 How pain is blocked19:44 How the brain processes pain22:12 Understanding central pain syndromes26:01 Explaining brain pathways for pain30:06 Podcast outro and resources31:09 Closing message and reminderSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Women navigating chronic illness and autoimmune illness face unpredictable flare ups.A research study from the University College London found something that changes everything we know about the impact of this unpredictability on the body.In this episode, you'll discover:Why uncertainty about your symptoms may be doing more damage than the symptoms themselvesHow the brain's response to unpredictability keeps the body in a chronic stress state it cannot switch offOne practical shift that begins to change your relationship with uncertainty — even before the symptoms changeIf you're not sure what your body is trying to tell you, this is where you start. Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.Here is the study discussed in this episode.de Berker, A., Rutledge, R., Mathys, C. et al. Computations of uncertainty mediate acute stress responses in humans. Nat Commun 7, 10996 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1038/ncomms10996For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

The Better Life with Dr. Pinkston welcomes the world-renowned Dr. Andrew Heyman for a deep dive into the "mystery illnesses" that are often ignored by conventional medicine. Dr. Heyman, a leader in the field of integrative medicine and clinical research, shares his personal 10-year battle with Lyme disease and how it led him to uncover the devastating reality of Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)—commonly known as mold illness. In this episode, Dr. Heyman explains how environmental toxins and biological stressors can flip a "genetic switch" in your mitochondria, shifting your body from a healthy energy plant into a defensive "battleship mode." If you are struggling with unexplained fatigue, brain fog, or weight gain, this conversation provides a roadmap for recovery. Dr. Heyman also introduces Beyond Mold, a groundbreaking platform designed to provide affordable, expert-led guidance for testing your home and healing your body. Key Highlights from This Episode: The 10-Year Diagnosis: Dr. Heyman shares his personal journey from being an Ironman-in-training to suffering from Bell's palsy and debilitating fatigue before finally discovering he had Lyme disease. The Mitochondrial "Battleship": Learn how trauma, stress, and toxins affect the mitochondria, causing chronic inflammation that traditional blood tests often miss. The "Big Three" Indicators: Dr. Pinkston and Dr. Heyman discuss the most reliable ways to identify mold illness: Typical Symptoms: Fatigue, brain fog, and unexplained weight gain. Home Environment: History of water damage, musty odors, or feeling better when away from home. Visual Contrast Sensitivity (VCS) Test: A simple 10-minute online test that is 90% predictive of a "brain on fire." Brain Health & Trauma: Understanding the similarities between mold-related brain injury and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Affordable Solutions: An introduction to BeyondMold.com, a new resource offering low-cost telemedicine, home assessment tools, and expert support for those who feel the "cavalry isn't coming." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women with chronic illness and autoimmune disease have spent hundreds of dollars chasing the next appointment, the next specialist, the next protocol. And every time a new possible explanation appears, there is a moment of relief.But that relief is worth examining.In this mini, you'll discover:Why the search for the next fix feels like hope and how it becomes avoidanceHow staying in motion outwardly blocks the inward exploration that actually changes thingsOne honest question that cuts through the research spiral and points you toward what is really going onIf you're not sure what your body is trying to tell you, this is where you start. Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

For women with chronic illness, perfectionism is rarely just a personality trait. It is an emotional pattern with a direct physiological cost and one of the most common drivers of autoimmune flare-ups, chronic fatigue, and persistent symptoms that medicine struggles to explain.In this episode, you'll discover:Why perfectionism is a control mechanism built on top of an inability to sit with uncertaintyHow that pattern keeps the most primal part of your brain activated — and what that costs the bodyOne question that begins to slow the loop down starting tomorrow morningIf you're not sure what your body is trying to tell you, this is where you start. Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Before the chronic pain. Before the chronic illness diagnosis. Before the flare-ups. There was a belief — installed early, rarely questioned — that worthiness had to be earned.In this mini, you'll discover:Why self-punishment is a pattern that gets handed to women — not one they createHow that belief eventually drives chronic pain and physical symptoms in the bodyOne practical question that begins to locate where it startedIf you're not sure what your body is trying to tell you, this is where you start. Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Today, I'm excited to share Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Neil Nathan.  In Part 1, we covered mold toxicity in depth, which set the stage for today's discussion. In this episode, we discuss Lyme disease, clarifying why it is challenging to diagnose and highlighting herbal protocols that can be helpful. Dr. Nathan also offers his recommendations for patients who have been struggling for years without finding a solution. How to treat Lyme disease without worsening herxheimer reactions: Reduce treatment doses if symptoms worsen instead of pushing through the discomfort Avoid killing the bacteria faster than your body can process the released toxins  Start with extremely small treatment doses if you are highly sensitive Recognize that even tiny amounts of treatment can still move your recovery forward Focus on steady, tolerable progress rather than aggressive treatment strategies Bio: Dr. Neil Nathan Neil Nathan, MD, has been practicing medicine for over 50 years, and has been Board Certified in Family Practice and Pain Management, and is a Founding Diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine and a Founding Diplomate of ISEAI.  He has written several books, including Healing is Possible: New Hope for Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Persistent Pain, and Other Chronic Illnesses and On Hope and Healing: For Those Who Have Fallen Through the Medical Cracks.  He has hosted an internationally syndicated radio program/podcast on Voice America called The Cutting Edge of Health and Wellness Today. He has been working to bring an awareness that mold toxicity is a major contributing factor for patients with chronic illness and lectures internationally on this subject which led to the publication of his ebook, Mold and Mycotoxins: Current Evaluation and Treatment, 2016, (now updated to 2022), and then to his best-selling book Toxic: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities and Chronic Environmental Illness, (2nd edition just released).  Winter of 2021 he saw the publication of Energetic Diagnosis, a discussion of the value of intuition and energetic devices as an aid to both diagnosis and treatment of medical illness. His book, The Sensitive Patient's Healing Guide, was released in 2024, and the 2nd edition of Toxic is just out in September, 2025.  In this episode: The importance of getting to the root cause before detoxing  Dr. Nathan describes the symptoms of Lyme disease Supporting detox pathways when treating for mold toxicity and other chronic infections Why some people are very sensitive, and how Dr. Nathan's treatment approach differs for those individuals How limbic system dysfunction drives sensory and mood-related issues Why the vagus and limbic systems must be rebooted together for proper recovery, and how it's done The importance of identifying and treating mast cell activation How exposure to mold and other environmental toxins can impact your longevity Links and Resources: Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic (IHH Clinic)

Tickets are on sale for Confluence 2026. Use code ZECK10 for 10% offThis talk is from the 2025 edition of the Confluence Festival. Platinum Members of The Way Forward get access to all past Confluence talks, as well as 20% off all Confluence tickets. Become a Platinum member here.You have the greatest currency in the world within you… and you can use it to break out of the toxic system we live in.This video is a little different from our usual podcast. I asked Tom Barnett to talk about Natural Law in the 2025 edition of the Confluence Festival, and his presentation called “The Offer” didn't disappoint. His path into natural law, self-sovereignty, and personal responsibility began long before he even knew those words existed. Growing up in Australia, Tom constantly questioned the limits of freedom and democracy, often finding himself in conflict with authority while trying to understand why the world felt so inconsistent and unfair. His background in holistic health, spanning sports performance, nutrition, psychology, emotional patterns, and spiritual lessons, deepened during a long personal battle with chronic fatigue that eventually pushed him to explore consciousness, natural lore, and the deeper laws shaping reality.This presentation explores how the hero's journey applies to modern life, the difference between lawful and legal systems, and why true change may begin with confronting our own inner government. If we want a different world, the first step might be remembering who we actually are.You'll Learn:[00:00] Introduction[12:24] How law, lore, and story all connect[20:11] Why natural law is the "great leveler" and what that means for your standing [27:25] How Tom overcame 20 years of chronic fatigue[44:38] Why going fully private is a trap, and what mastering both worlds actually looks like[50:32] Your name is not you, and the pop quiz that proves it[01:00:45] Ancient knowledge was never destroyed, it's waiting in counter space[01:08:50] The difference between a grounded no and a fearful refusal[01:20:41] Why breathwork is just the beginning, and how to reach the essence beneath intentLearn more about Tom:The Humble Kingdom | WebsiteThe Humble Kingdom | InstagramTom Barnett | FacebookTom Barnett | InstagramFind more from Alec:Alec Zeck | InstagramAlec Zeck | XThe Way Forward | InstagramThe Way Forward is Sponsored By:PACHA Sourdough: The wheat-free, sprouted buckwheat bread that actually digests well. Made with just two ingredients: organic sprouted buckwheat and sea salt. No gums, oils, or fillers.Shop now and use code THEWAYFORWARD for 10% off. Dr. Cowan's Garden helps you boost daily nutrient density with vegetable powders and clean, pasture-raised essentials. Shop now and use code: THEWAYFORWARD for 15% off your first order.

What if understanding how AI thinks could reveal uncomfortable truths about how your own brain works, and give you powerful tools to make smarter decisions, resist manipulation, and upgrade your cognition at the root level? -Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Host Dave Asprey sits down with Tom Griffiths, the Henry R. Luce Professor of Information Technology, Consciousness, and Culture in the Departments of Psychology and Computer Science at Princeton University. Griffiths directs Princeton's Computational Cognitive Science Lab, a research group focused on understanding the mathematical foundations of human cognition, and the Princeton Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence. He is the coauthor of Algorithms to Live By and the author of the new book The Laws of Thought, and his award-winning research has appeared in Science, Nature, and the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Together, Dave and Tom go deep on the cognitive science behind human performance, brain optimization, and the surprising overlap between biohacking and artificial intelligence. They explore why your body filters reality before your conscious brain ever sees it, how your mitochondria function as a distributed cognitive network, and what that means for longevity, decision-making, and neuroplasticity. You'll Learn: Why AI models reveal that humans may be more "stochastic parrots" than we'd like to admit How your mitochondria pre-process sensory reality before your auditory cortex even fires Why emotions like anger, love, and remorse are computational tools evolution built into your reward function How low energy and blood sugar directly degrade your decision-making at a hardware level What "resource rationality" means and how to use it to make better decisions under constraint Why AI systems have measurable psychological personalities, and which ones are least likely to mess with your head How neuroplasticity can eliminate the inner critic and reshape your mental operating system Why two-process cognition (fast and slow thinking) is a feature, not a bug, of human intelligence Thank you to our sponsors! -BEYOND Biohacking Conference 2026 | Register with code DAVE300 for $300 off https://beyondconference.com-Essentia | Go to https://myessentia.com/dave and use code DAVE for $100 off The Dave Asprey Upgrade.-Quantum Upgrade | Try it free for 15 days — no credit card required — at QuantumUpgrade.io/DAVE. Simple. Powerful. Backed by data.-Go to timeline.com/dave and save 20% with code DAVE20 Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: AI, cognitive science, Tom Griffiths, The Laws of Thought, Princeton, brain optimization, neuroplasticity, mitochondria, decision-making, biohacking, Dave Asprey, human performance, longevity, anti-aging, consciousness, large language models, dopamine, reward function, resource rationality, emotions, game theory, altered states, chronic fatigue, dual process theory, Danger Coffee, Smarter Not Harder, cognitive biases, memory, AI bias, neurofeedback, Algorithms to Live By Resources: • Get Tom's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Laws-Thought-Quest-Mathematical-Theory/dp/1250358353 • Get My 2026 Clean Nicotine Roadmap | Enroll for free at https://daveasprey.com/2026-clean-nicotine-roadmap/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15 • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Join My Substack (Live Access To Podcast Recordings): https://substack.daveasprey.com/ • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro00:50 - Tom's Background & Chronic Fatigue 10:22 – Mathematics of Mind 12:43 – Memory and Emotion 15:29 – Decision Making Under Constraints 21:10 – Computational Problems of Consciousness 24:18 – Reality Pre-Processing 26:14 – Meat Robots vs Stochastic Parrots 29:21 – Emotions: Game Theory 35:39 – Dual Systems: Model-Based vs Model-Free 39:22 – Mitochondria and Consciousness 50:00 – Testing AI Like Humans 52:11 – Choosing AI Models 57:14 – AI Research Questions See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.