Podcasts about know your endo

Even if you don't think of yourself as outdoorsy, the research is pretty clear: time spent unplugged - bonus if it's got a little “outside thrown in” - is pretty dang good for you. And if you, like me, think you might need more of it…today's episode might be just the inspiration you need to get your hands dirty and grow something.I'm speaking with the lovely Jessica Murnane about how even just a little nature can help you heal. Jessica is a horticultural therapy practitioner based in Charleston, South Carolina and she is the growing inspiration you didn't realize you needed…particularly if you've never thought of yourself as an earthy person. She believes that interacting with the plant world, even if all you have is a windowsill, or a bit of time to cook or craft, is a powerful way of connecting to the natural world and there is science to back it up.I love this episode: I speak with Jessica about everything from how she - very much a city person - stumbled upon a love of gardening and found her way to horticultural therapy. We talk about the history and science of horticultural therapy and how you can bring a little bit of nature's medicine into your own life. Even if you're not the type to wax lyrical about a landscape. And especially if you don't have a lot of time or money.About Jessica Murnane:Jessica Murnane is an author, creative consultant, and Horticultural Therapy Practitioner. She's the founder of Basker, where she helps people use gardening and nature as a tool for mental, physical, emotional, and social health. Jessica has written two books, the cookbook One Part Plant and the women's health book Know Your Endo. Her work has appeared in Bon Appétit, Goop, House Beautiful, People, and Shape Magazine, among others. She's an avid cut flower gardener and loves giving away flowers even more than she likes growing them. She lives in Charleston, SC with her husband and son. On this episode we chat about:How growing things builds connection with others and natureHow Jessica, a city dweller, fell in love with growing flowersWhy growing things can help non-nature lovers connect with natureWhat is horticultural therapy? Research behind the practiceHow growing things - even in a single pot - can improve access to natureHow to access community nature resources and educationWays to get started with growingHow growing things democratizes what is a luxury item in our societySupport the Pod!We couldn't make this podcast happen without the support of our amazing listeners…I love hearing your feedback on these episodes to be sure to join the conversation on our instagram @theallsortspod@desireenielsenrd@jessicamurnane If you love this episode, please share it with your friends and family, or take a minute to rate, review or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. We appreciate EVERY. SINGLE. LISTEN!Connect with Jessica!Website: baskergardens.comWant some FREE flower seeds? The first 10 people to email Jessica (Canada and USA only) will receive some! hello@baskergardens.com

For years Jessica Murnane struggled with endometriosis. Now she is sharing the secrets of how food, movement, and managing stress have helped improve the chronic pain and agonizing periods that crippled her quality of life.   The author of the bestselling book Know Your Endo joins “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll to continue her mission of helping others who are painfully struggling in silence.   Plus, a new study may also unlock answers that women living with painful symptoms for years have been searching for. If you are currently suffering you could help researchers find the solution that could improve the lives of millions of others.   Dr. Hana Kahleova is leading a study that examines the extent to which a diet affects the debilitating disorder. Her team of researchers are exploring whether changing the types of foods endometriosis sufferers are eating could reduce their symptoms and regain their health.   Find out whether you are a good candidate to participate in the study.   — — — Jessica Murnane Know Your Endo: https://amzn.to/33mfllE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicamurnane Web: https://www.jessicamurnane.com — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — — 21-Day Vegan Kickstart App iOS: https://bit.ly/VegKStrt-iOS Android: https://bit.ly/VegKStrtAndrd Web: https://www.pcrm.org/kickstart — — — Barnard Medical Center Appointments https://bit.ly/BMCtelemed 202-527-7500 — — — Share the Show Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don't forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

Today we are shifting gears from Diabetes and talking about something that affects 1 in every 10 women, and is often misunderstood. We are joined by Jessica Murnane, who explains what Endometriosis is, her personal journey with it, and how she has learned to live a healthier life with it. We cover everything from mental health, stress management, and environmental factors. If you are struggling with Endometriosis, we highly recommend checking out Jessica's new book: "Know Your Endo", which has already helped so many people.   Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes! Please leave us a review to ensure that the Mastering Diabetes message reaches as many people living with diabetes as possible. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook

Advocating Women's Health: The Impact of an Endometriosis Diagnosis with Jessica Murnane If there's one thing women dread, it's their periods. They're a big hassle, especially for activities and schedules. We hesitate to attend beach or pool parties. We even avoid sports activities. Periods also cause so much pain that sometimes we refuse to get out of bed. But do periods really have to hurt so much? How do you know if the pain you're experiencing is already beyond normal? In this episode, Jessica Murnane talks about endometriosis and its effects on women. As someone with this condition, Jessica discusses the facts and misconceptions of the disease. She also talks about the daily struggles of having endometriosis and how to handle these challenges. Despite how common it is, there is not enough conversation on women's health and navigating life after an endometriosis diagnosis . It's time to change this. Empower yourself to know more about your body and advocate for the care you deserve! Tune in to learn more about endometriosis and the importance of conversations on women's health. Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Distinguish facts from misconceptions regarding endometriosis. Know why it's important to have conversations about women's health issues. Learn how to live a positive life even with an endometriosis diagnosis. Resources Jessica's books: One Part Plant: A Simple Guide to Eating Real, One Meal at a Time ○     Know Your Endo: An Empowering Guide to Health and Hope With Endometriosis Jessica'sOne Part Podcast Know Your Endo: Website | Instagram Connect with Jessica:Website | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter The W.I.S.E. Podcast — Women Inspiring Success and Empowerment We Need to Talk by Celeste Headlee Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies on the Radically Loved website! FREE Action Guide! Apply the lessons you learn from this episode as you listen! Sign up at com, and I'll send it right away! Episode Highlights On Podcasts and Guesting Jessica only interviews people she cares about or whoever sparks her curiosity. When it comes to podcast guesting, Jessica can automatically rule out inauthenticity. If you're thinking of pitching yourself as a guest, you should do research before reaching out to the host. If you're still building your show, make sure your guests are proud and interested in what they do. If you want to bring in people from other backgrounds, do it later. Jessica's Podcasting Jessica recently ended her podcast that ran for 7 years. She stopped because she's already tackled many topics and decided she can use her energy for other projects. Jessica found it difficult to leave the people she collaborated with, many of whom became good friends. Jessica's Books Jessica got a hysterectomy due to her endometriosis diagnosis years ago. To control her symptoms, Jessica took on diet and lifestyle changes. These changes then led to her writing a cookbook with plant-based recipes. Jessica's cookbook had a whole page dedicated to endo and she received a lot of positive feedback from it. From here, she set up a website to help women identify the symptoms of endometriosis. This eventually turned into a book. Facing Women's Health Issues Some women are ashamed of their body's dysfunctions. People still have so many incorrect views, especially towards those with an endometriosis diagnosis. Your doctor can also give you misinformation about your condition. So you need to take matters into your hands and learn more about your body. Then, take your time to implement changes in your lifestyle. Do it for your own sake and overall wellness. Misinformation on Endometriosis Endometriosis is when tissue lining grows outside of your uterus instead of on the inside. This condition can cause fatigue, painful periods, and painful sex. However, some people who have endo don't necessarily experience painful periods. Pregnancy is not a treatment for endo. What's unfortunate and disturbing is how some doctors still suggest this treatment and some people buy into it. During pregnancy, symptoms may seem manageable, but the root causes still exist. Getting an Endometriosis Diagnosis MRIs and blood tests aren't good enough for an endometriosis diagnosis. The only true diagnostic test for this condition is a laparoscopy. Most women get an endometriosis diagnosis only during their late 20s or 30s. The average period to get an endometriosis diagnosis is 8-10 years. Around 90% of women with endometriosis also have GI issues. Jessica's Relationship with Her Condition Jessica admits that writing her book on endo drained her. It brought back her bad experience and trauma with her endometriosis diagnosis. Now she takes care of herself by jumping on trampolines, watching TV, and spending time with her family. She also makes sure that she has some alone time to practice self-care. Advice for Women with Endo An endometriosis diagnosis does not mean the end. Don't be ashamed of your symptoms, no matter how embarrassing you may think they may be. Know that you aren't alone. Seek support from someone who also has a chronic illness. Practice true empathy. How Jessica Feels Radically Loved Jessica feels radically loved when she takes an hour to be by herself. She reminds those with endometriosis to make themselves a priority. When you take care of yourself, you can show up for people better. 5 Powerful Quotes from This Episode [15:43]] “I started Know Your Endo as a really just an informational website where people could go, and just have, you know, these are the symptoms of endometriosis. This is what it is. And then that really turned into the book. ” [18:17] “And I think what presents a problem for so many people with endo is you might share with your doctor and then you're told misinformation.” [22:10] “It took some time to say, ‘Alright, I'm ready to do this.' Like it's okay if you're not ready to like, upend your entire life to make change.” [26:52] “I think, you know, a huge thing is, is I think, going to my website, picking up the book and looking at the list of symptoms. Because the list of symptoms are so shocking to so many people because they're not necessarily related to what you would think is a ‘period' issue.” [33:52] “But truly, that you are not alone in this and that there is someone else that has peed their pants before. There is someone else that has bled through their pants. There is someone else that has not been able to get up off the bathroom floor like this.” About Jessica Jessica Murnane is an author, creative consultant, speaker, and a woman with endo. Her endometriosis diagnosis and resulting diet changes sparked the creation of Know Your Endo. She has written two books, hosted a podcast, and has built a community for raising awareness for this life-long condition. Her endo awareness campaigns shed light on what endometriosis really is. Aside from raising awareness, Jessica also helps women seek a proper endometriosis diagnosis. Jessica's website also contains some helpful lifestyle and diet tools to help women with endo. You can check out tools and additional information about endometriosis through Know Your Endo's website and Instagram account. If you want to learn more about Jessica, you can check out her personal website, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.   This episode is brought to you by Tonal Go to www.tonal.com and use promo code ROSIE for $100 off Smart Accessories.      Enjoy the Podcast? If you felt radically loved from listening to this podcast, subscribe and share it with the people you love! Love to give us 5 stars? If you do, we'd love a review from you. Help us reach more people and make them feel loved. Do you want to help people learn more about what it means to have endometriosis? A simple way is to share what you've learned today on social media. Don't forget to follow and message us on these platforms! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosieacosta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta To feeling radically loved, Rosie

Steph and Dr. Elana kick off Season 4 of the “Doctor Mom” Podcast by sharing a sneak peek of the interviews they'll be offering throughout this season so you can get excited about what's to come. You'll get to know these speakers before they join us so you can start learning from them right away. This season is full of powerful interviews with guests like pediatric ER nurse Shannnon Tripp @shantripp, world renowned meditation expert Emily Fletcher @zivameditation, pediatric nurse practitioner Brooke Weiss @simply.wellbaby, Molly Galbraith @themollygalbraith co-founder of @thegirlsgonestrong, Jessica Murnane @jessicamurnane author of “Know Your Endo” and more! No matter where you are in your journey to and through parenthood, you'll walk away from these episodes feeling even more confident as a Doctor Mom Topics Discussed: What guests and topics to expect in this season  What you'll learn from this season's guests Special “Doctor Mom” deals you don't want to miss out on Show Notes: Listen to today's episode on our website This Episode's Sponsors  Enjoy the health benefits of PaleoValley's products such as their supplements, superfood bars and meat sticks.  Receive 15% off your purchase by using code DOCTORMOM at checkout or head to paleovalley.com/doctormom  Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by women's health practitioners and mamas alike to support optimal pregnancy outcomes. Try their 4 Part Complete Nutrition plan which includes a Prenatal Multi, Omega-3, Collagen Protein, and Pre/Probiotic. To get started, head to thisisneeded.com, and use code DOCTORMOM50 for $50 off Needed's Complete Plan! Light therapy is a rare treatment that really is one-size-fits-all. Busy moms can benefit from more healthy light in their lives. Light Therapy provides many health benefits like enhanced cellular function and ATP energy production, better skin, decreased blood flow, better sleep and faster recovery after workouts. Visit joovv.com/doctormom and code DOCTORMOM for $50 off your first purchase. INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can't wait to meet you! @stephgreunke @drelanaroumell Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

My guest this week is Jessica Murnane – a podcaster, author, and women's health advocate, who is also one of the most down-to-earth and non-preachy people in the modern wellness space.Jessica's and I met when were both promoting our first books four years ago. I had only just started speaking about being sober curious publicly and Jess was one of the first people I'd come across who had cut booze out of her life for health reasons – namely as part of the holistic protocol she had embraced to manage her endometriosis. For the unfamiliar, endometriosis is a chronic condition where the lining of the womb starts to grow on other organs of the body. It affects over 170 million people worldwide with sufferers experiencing excruciating pain—but it often goes undiagnosed for decades. It's also the subject of Jess's latest book, Know Your Endo – and we get into all the reasons why this is illness is so taboo in our interview.As it pertains to being sober curious, the reality of endo is that there is no quick fix—just like there is no “off switch” when it comes to problematic drinking. We also discuss why many people living with chronic pain – whether physical, mental, or emotional – turn to substances to numb out, and how hard it can be to choose what we know is “good” for us when all we want is relief.Most importantly, we talk about how to advocate for yourself and give yourself what you need – especially when the other people in your life may not understand where you're experiencing. In the episode we discuss: -Growing up “Straight Edge” and choosing NOT to drink as an act of rebellion.-Receiving mixed messages about alcohol in the home.-Being introduced to booze as part of her career in the culinary world.-What makes alcohol feel special – and why we associate drinking with elevated experiences.-The prevalence and normalization of daily drinking on TV and in the media.-Cutting alcohol out again to help manage her endometriosis. -The mental health impact of living with chronic pain – and why it makes sense to want to numb out.-Using cannabis medicinally – and questioning when this becomes too much of a crutch.-Training your body to appreciate the long-term benefits of holistic healing methods over the instant relief of booze and pills.-How changing your diet can impact your mental and emotional wellbeing.-Why we want to believe in “quick-fixes” and why creating sustainable change always takes time.Learn more about Jessica and her work HERE and get your copy of Know Your Endo HERE. You can also follow @jessicamurnane on Instagram.Thanks to Athletic Brewing for partnering on this episode. Get 20% off your first order at Athleticbrewing.com with the code RUBY20.

Do you know what endometriosis is? If you're like so many of us, you might not...even if you have it yourself (and don't know it!). Which is why this episode with Jessica Murnane is so important. Jessica suffered from endometriosis for a decade before receiving a diagnosis: her condition took her to the emergency room on multiple occasions and left her in constant, debilitating pain. After living for years with what she thought were just horrible cramps—as well as a serious surgery—she finally saw someone who was able to give her the correct diagnosis. About Jessica Murnane Jessica Murnane is an author, speaker, and creative consultant. She's written two books - the cookbook One Part Plant: A Simple Guide To Eating Real One Meal At A Time and Know Your Endo: An Empowering Guide To Health + Hope With Endometriosis (out April 27th in the US and UK). She's a sought-after speaker and host that's spoken at Apple. SXSW, Wanderlust, and Charleston Wine + Food, among others. Jessica has contributed to/appeared in several magazines and websites including Bon Appétit, Goop, Shape Magazine, The Kitchn, Mind Body Green, and The Coveteur. On this episode, we chat about: What Endometriosis really is and why Jessica is a staunch advocate of symptom awareness The pervasive misinformation and myths surrounding Endometriosis that people constantly encounter Why the pill is not a treatment for endo What self-compassion really means. Hint: it's not looking in the mirror and telling yourself you're pretty How to ditch wellness perfectionism and find your own path forward Why eliminating inflammation is impossible and what IS possible Being aware of people telling you “this is what you should eat” and the fear that can arise when you don't feel good when you start eating that way Why it's okay to not be in love with cooking, and still do it anyway Getting over the shame of normal bodily functions Why so many people are going through chronic conditions without knowing it Pain catastrophizing. What does a single cramp do to the chain of thoughts in a person without a chronic condition vs. someone who does? How the pain avoidance model can leave people in fear of moving their bodies Jessica's story is raw, emotional, and brutally honest. Listening to her is a joy and an inspiration for anyone who has ever experienced pain of any sort. So if you're curious about her journey with endometriosis, or potentially your own, Jessica's candour and wit are sure to offer hope and relief in knowing that answers are out there—or possibly more profoundly: that others live through these struggles too. Be sure to screenshot this episode and tag us @theallsortspod @jessicamurnane and @knowyourendo Thanks for supporting our little pod by subscribing, rating, and/or reviewing it on your fave podcast app! Connect with Jessica Jessica's podcast, One Part Podcast Jessica's Books, Know Your Endo and One Part Plant Instagram @jessicamurnane and @knowyourendo Jessica's Recommendations: Dr Kristen Neff on Self-Compassion The Idea of You (Book)

Jessica chats with me about her endo story, what inspired her to write Know Your Endo as well as tips and tactics from the book. We talk about diet, movement and so much more. Grab a copy of the book here and find Jessica on social media: https://knowyourendo.com/ Listen in now! Want to keep the conversation going? Join our Facebook Group: tiny.cc/7mpbnz Want to watch it on YouTube? http://tiny.cc/6cx6tz Thank you for listening and supporting this podcast. We need awareness about this disease. If you want to be on the podcast or have feedback please reach out via my website www.melissaboudreau.com. Thank you for your support and time. Please consider subscribing and writing us a review on Apple podcasts it really helps us get more awareness and with guests agreeing to come on! You can do that here! http://tiny.cc/f74onz

Fellow O.G. blogger, creative consultant and author, Jessica Murnane, catches up with Jordan about her new book, Know Your Endo, a groundbreaking educational resource for those who have endometriosis: a disorder so many women, worldwide, suffer from in silence, due to shame, lack of information, and misdiagnosis. As you'll find out in this episode, this condition is so much more than "painful periods." Jessica's book distills her own years of suffering from endo and searching for the management tools to feel normal again. She researched tirelessly to combine her own experience with science, giving you an informed, heartfelt, and hopeful five-week guide to help you get through to the other side. It's accessible, safe, and empowering to know you're not alone, your suffering is real, and it's not in your head!  After ten years in the wellness & health space, Jessica is now setting her sights on a future that is yet to be written, but will most certainly be fun, fresh, and light-hearted. Both, herself and Jordan, are fleshing out ideas for fiction & they also bond over a love of Bravo shows. ;) Jessica has built an incredible career, family life (her son is an expert on periods and endo, which is just too adorable), and a beautiful kaftan wardrobe, despite her chronic condition. So for any of you crippled in pain and feeling alone: you are not defined by your illness and have a friendo in Jessica Murnane. Thanks to https://www.thesynergycompany.com/ (Pure Synergy) for sponsoring this episode. This incredible collection of naturally sourced supplements are made from fruits and vegetables and are 100% TBB approved. Their Super B-Complex is excellent for plant-based eaters out there! Use the code BLONDE20 at https://www.thesynergycompany.com/ (thesynergycompany.com) for 20% off your next purchase.  Thanks to https://nuzest-usa.com/pages/the-balanced-blonde?utm_source=The%20Balanced%20Blonde%2C%20Podcast%2C%20The%20Balanced%20Blonde%20Podcast&utm_medium=landing%20page&utm_campaign=The%20Balanced%20Blonde (Nuzest) for sponsoring this episode. Led by nature and backed by science, Nuzest protein powders are the perfect addition to your smoothie. Using the cleanest, all-natural ingredients, Nuzest sets your body up for an epic day of productivity. Head to https://www.nuzest.com/ (nuzest.com )and use the code BLONDE for 20% off their protein powder selection.  Thanks to https://www.getgruvi.com/ (Gruvi )for sponsoring this episode. This alcohol-free beer and wine company out of Colorado has been the best addition to all of Jordan’s social gatherings. If you’re feeling sober-curious or simply want to try an amazing alcohol alternative, head to https://www.getgruvi.com/ (getgruvi.com) and use the code BLONDE for 10% off your purchase.   https://learn.authenticaudience.co/intro-to-the-celestial-diet-lifestyle/ (The Celestial Diet )has arrived! Join Jordan for a FREE webinar on May 27th, 2021, for a deep dive intro to the food lifestyle that transformed her life. https://learn.authenticaudience.co/intro-to-the-celestial-diet-lifestyle/ (Click this link) to sign up!  To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://www.thebalancedblonde.com/podcast/ (http://www.thebalancedblonde.com/podcast/) Resources: Website: https://knowyourendo.com/ (knowyourendo.com) Read: “https://knowyourendo.com/book (Know your Endo)” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowyourendo/ (@knowyourendo) Sign up to https://learn.authenticaudience.co/intro-to-the-celestial-diet-lifestyle/ (The Celestial Diet and Lifestyle Webinar) Website: https://www.thebalancedblonde.com/ (thebalancedblonde.com) Store: https://www.thebalancedblonde.podia.com/ (thebalancedblonde.com/shop) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebalancedblonde/ (@thebalancedblonde) The Balanced Blonde is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

As some of you may know, I’m doing a lot of work at present to free up my pelvic area from adhesions and tightness caused by pulled fascia and a tight pelvic floor, which in physio speak is a hypertonic pelvic floor. So I thought  this would be a great time to talk about some strategies you can bring into your daily life to help loosen adhesions and a frozen pelvis. Transcript: I’ve talked about adhesions and fascia before, but let’s do a quick recap of what adhesions and fascia are.  So fascia is a thin sheet of tissue made from collagen that sits beneath your skin and holds your organs and muscles in place. It also surrounds all the organs, nerves, blood vessels, etc. Fascia surrounding the body is like a bed sheet, if you pinch it or one end, the rest will wrinkle. So what can happen when we’ve had surgery is that these incisions create puckering and scarring in the fascia, which ends up tightening the fascia and pulling it in other directions. Fascia can also become distorted from inflammation, injuries and muscular problems like pelvic floor dysfunction. Adhesions are a form of scar tissue. They are web-like structures and bands of collagen that grow in response to injury and trauma, to ‘knit’ back together a wounded area and as part of the healing process from infection and inflammation. Collagen strands bond together to protect the damaged area to allow healing to occur in a safe and isolated environment, and if an infection is present, they protect the rest of the body by preventing the spread.  Adhesions occur in nearly all cases of abdominal surgery, the results vary from study to study but one large and long study found that between 55% to 100% of women who had pelvic surgery developed adhesions, and up to 90% of people who had major abdominal surgery - so something like a caesarean - developed adhesions. So, if you’ve had one or more surgeries for endo, it’s very likely that you have some adhesions.  Adhesions can also form from inflammation, which we know occurs in those of us with endo due to the lesions and can occur in those of us with SIBO, because the body sees it as an infection. Again, as you probably know by now, research has shown that up to 80% of us with endo may have SIBO, so this could be an additional cause of your adhesions and frozen pelvis. It’s also worth noting here that adhesions can actually cause SIBO too, because they prevent the normal flow of gut.   So, what can we do about it? Thankfully, there are numerous ways to loosen adhesions and free up a frozen pelvis, and as a result, lower the pain and other challenges associated with them. So let’s dive in to my top 8 strategies. This list isn’t exhaustive by any means, and you don’t need to do them all! Just pick those that feel the most helpful for you and suit your lifestyle and budget.    1. Foam Rolling Number one is foam rolling, which is an effective and affordable at home strategy which you can use every day if you’d like to! With foam rolling, we’re really looking at loosening the fascia rather than working on the adhesions directly. As I said earlier, fascia can get tight, pulled, puckered, and wrinkled, and if it’s experiencing it in one place, it can affect other areas in the body.  Foam rolling helps to release a distorted fascia and is when we literally use a long foam cylinder to roll back and forth across various areas of our body. With foam rolling for endo or other pelvic pain issues, we’re not just rolling back and forth on our pelvis, we’re rolling across our hips, bums, back, upper back and legs.  In the show notes I have linked to videos on how to do this, by physiotherapist Dr. Nicole Cozean. You can order foam rollers from Amazon for about £11 and in the beginning, I would suggest starting gently with a soft roller that’s smooth, especially if you’ve experiencing a lot of pain. Now with all of these methods, listen to your body. Some discomfort is normal when we’re working with releasing facia and adhesions, but if it’s really painful, ease up and go lightly or if it doesn’t feel right at all, appreciate that this may not be the right approach for you at first.  In an ideal world, we’d use these strategies under the guidance of a physiotherapist, but I know that’s not always an affordable option for everyone, so carefully watch the tutorials and if you’d like to do some further research to be really comfortable, I suggest reading Know Your Endo by Jessica Murnane, as she interviews Heba Shaheed, who I’ve had on the podcast before as well, and they talk about foam rolling extensively in the book.   2.   Visceral Manipulation  Next up is visceral manipulation, which honestly, if you can afford it, I really believe is worth a try! Visceral manipulation is a form of organ massage which was designed by physiotherapist Jean-Pierre Barral with the particular intention to free up organs from adhesions and other structural issues that are restricting them. Organs are supposed to be able to expand and move gently as our body moves, and glide smoothly over muscles and nerves as we go about our day. When adhesions or some kind of other structural problem is keeping them stuck, that’s when we can experience pain and organ dysfunction.  Visceral manipulation is very effective for releasing these organs and loosening adhesions and I’ve seen some incredible results with my clients. What I will caution here is that it can feel quite intense and aggressive at times, and if your pelvis is very stuck, you may be better off starting more gently with a different type of massage like some kind of womb massage such as the one I’m going to suggest in the next point.  If you’re going to try visceral manipulation, make sure you’re comfortable with your therapist and be very clear with them about the pain or discomfort you experience within the session, so they know when to ease up or when to stop working on an area if it feels too much. I can tell you from personal experience that gritting your teeth and baring it does not always end well!  Other greats forms of organ/abdominal massage include Mercier Therapy and Clear Passage. Clear Passage is really the holy grail with lots of research behind it for endo and SIBO, but it’s incredibly expensive, so you may be better off trying the other techniques first. However, I do highly recommend it if you can afford it!  I’ve linked in the show notes how to find practitioners for all of these that I’ve just mentioned.   3.  Arvigo Massage Third on our list is Arvigo Therapy, which is a form of abdominal massage that is much more gentle than the ones I just mentioned previously. The benefit of Arvigo Therapy is that you only need one session, which can be done over Zoom, to learn it from a therapist, and then you can just practice it daily at home every evening.  Now in my conversation with Tara Ghosh, who is an Arvigo Therapist and actually taught me personally, she shares that whilst Arvigo Therapy doesn’t directly loosen adhesions like visceral manipulation does, it does encourage circulation to the area and helps to relax the muscles and organs in the area, which can then have the indirect effect of loosening a frozen pelvis. However, I have seen some articles by therapists claiming it can loosen adhesions, perhaps they mean indirectly or perhaps there are differing opinions, but you can listen to the interview with Tara in episode 127 to learn more.  I highly recommend working with Tara because she’s just the loveliest person, and you can reach out to her directly via the details she shared in the interview (and I’ll put her Instagram in the show notes) but if you want to find another therapist, I’ve linked to the directory in the show notes. I’m pretty sure Tara sees clients from all over the world.   4.  Breaking up your time sitting down Number four is all about breaking up the time you spend sitting down at your desk, specifically by using a standing desk and by taking regular breaks.  Now, there’s been a lot of debate and controversy over this in the past few days. You may have seen in my stories I posted about my standing desk, which I use at varying intervals during the day, alternating between sitting and standing. I do this because my own physios and my colleagues, many of who are pelvic floor physios and my pelvic pain training, have always taught me that sitting for long periods of time without a break can worsen pelvic floor dysfunction symptoms through shortening and weaking the muscles in the area and restricting blood flow.  My understanding was that sitting down for long periods of time without breaks shortens the muscles in the front of our hips and pelvis, which means when we stand, walk or do anything else that isn’t sitting, we have restricted movement, tension, tightness and are more likely to experience pain. And if we have adhesions in the area, sitting down for long periods of time lessens the opportunity to stretch them and release them, making their hold on our organs stronger and tighter. However, I had quite an strongly worded message form a physio informing me that this simply isn’t true and that muscles don’t shorten or lengthen, which absolutely threw me. So I went away and spoke to some colleagues and they all said that yes, muscles shorten and that sitting for prolonged periods of time causes this and can worsen pelvic floor issues. So I was quite confused!  I wanted to dig a bit deeper to understand why this physio said they don’t and I think what it boils down to is terminology, and oversimplification to make physio language easy for patients to understand. From what I gather through my own research and conversations is that the muscles don’t actually change length, but they lose their ability to stretch so they become restricted. Here’s how one of the PTs I spoke to put it.  Martha Spalding, Circle of Health Physical Therapy, CA: “Muscle length stays the same so no, they don’t elongate but they can be contracted, weak in both eccentric and concentric contractions, strained, sprained, torn and severed. Ligaments can be overstretched and they can have laxity, which is common during pregnancy and some people just have genetic ligamentous laxity. Prolonged sitting is stressful on the entire spine and pelvic floor as it is a prolonged static position in weight bearing on the pelvis. The pelvis is generally rotated posteriorly. Depending on the muscles, you can determine the stress component in the sitting position. This prolonged position does impact the fascial slings which can become restricted.” So to help understand this better, eccentric contraction means when muscle length increases from tension during a movement, like a stretch. In contrast, concentric contraction is when a muscle shortens and tenses in order to bear weight and counteract resistance, so think about lifting a dumbbell in a bicep curl. So in short, the ability to perform these contractions can become weaker. Laxity is defined as ‘looseness of muscle’, but I wouldn’t say this would be occurring here, it’s just an example she’s providing to demonstrate how muscles change.   After these conversations, the physio who originally contacted me also replied to say that sitting all day without any movement would cause joint and muscle stiffness, but she was also very clear to state that there are no detrimental effects on the pelvis with sitting.  So clearly there are some cross overs here, but also some differing of opinions. As I’m not a physio, I can’t really give you a definite answer so I’m providing you with the information I have gained and also what I have learned in my own time in training and working with physios. To my knowledge, yes, sitting without breaks and movement can have an impact, but I’ll leave it to you to decide.  My practice is to alternate between sitting and standing throughout the day, as I feel comfortable. When I start to feel tired and my legs need a break, I sit down, and when I feel like I’ve been sitting for long enough, I stand. And every 30 minutes to an hour of sitting at my desk working, I get up and do some form of movement, usually it’s a couple of minutes of rebounding, stretching, walking around the house or a few minutes of exercise and literally it’s just like 3 to 5 minutes. Now I appreciate that if you have chronic pelvic pain and a weak core from pelvic floor dysfunction and from living with chronic pain, that using a standing desk can be difficult to do. So I suggest starting when only you’re ready with smaller periods of time to build up the strength in the core and to also have a cushioned mat under your feet or cushioned slippers to soften the impact. If you need to first spend some time just practicing taking breaks with gentle movement to build up your strength, or if you need to do some physio first or work on pain alleviation, do that first. This is just an option and you have to do what feels right for you – don’t rush into using a standing desk just because I’ve talked about it today, make sure it’s the right choice for you.  If you do buy a standing desk, you should also be swapping your positions when you’re standing up, so you’re not just constantly bearing down on your joints. I’ve linked to a helpful article in the show notes on different positions to adopt and how to stand in a healthy way when using a standing desk. There’s now mounting information on the health risks of sitting for long periods of time without breaks or movement, including heightened inflammation, which you guys know is super important for us to keep on top of, so if you’re employed by a company, they really shouldn’t be surprised by you asking for a standing desk. And in fact, it should fall under reasonable adjustments to help make you feel more comfortable when living with endometriosis. If you have trouble getting your company to agree, I suggest having a listen to my interviews with Vickie Williams and Clare from See Her Thrive, which are both about your rights as an employee with endometriosis in the workplace. If you’re curious to learn more about the health considerations and research behind prolonged sitting, I’ve linked to a couple of articles in the show notes. If you’re self-employed like I am, you can easily order a standing desk online. Prices range dramatically from whole desks which adjust to become either a seated or standing desk at about £1000 or cardboard desk toppers that you just put on top of your desk, and that you rest your keyboard and computer or laptop on, and these are around £15.  If you’re not quite ready for a standing desk or you’d like something extra to support your pelvis further when sitting, it’s best to take a quick break from sitting every 30 minutes if possible. I recently spoke to Rachal Dutton, The Period Whisperer, and she suggested getting up and doing hip circles both clockwise and anticlockwise for a minute or so or doing cat cow stretches whilst still in your chair. There are tonnes of movements you can do whilst seated to give your pelvis a quick break, so if you’d like more options, do some extra research until you find some that suit you!  To bring this unusually controversial tip to an end, I want to reassure you that if you need to sit down or lay down regularly, it’s okay. The key really is about trying to add in healthy movement as and when your health allows, and to take frequent short breaks from the sitting position, again as and when your health allows. I understand that there are days when all you can do is stay curled up, I’ve been there too! But on the days when you feel stronger, consider some small movements like rotating your hips or a quick cat cow to break things up a bit.    5.  Pelvic floor stretches You knew I was going to go there. Pelvic floor physio stretches are essential, in my opinion, to loosening adhesions and freeing up a frozen pelvis. Of course, in an ideal world, we’d all go to pelvic floor physiotherapists who can give us tailored stretches to do daily at home, but that’s not an option for some people on smaller incomes. So if that’s you, you’ll be pleased to know that there are so many pelvic floor stretches for endo and chronic pelvic pain available online and in books.  I’ve linked to videos, articles and books in the show notes for you to choose from, and all of these are designed by professional and specialised women’s health pelvic floor physiotherapists. What I will say is to listen to your body here. If you’re experiencing pain, or you have a strong reaction, ease up or try a different stretch – you may be currently too tight or ‘frozen’ in the pelvic area to attempt certain stretches for the time being, so start slower and allow some space and flexibility to build before attempting those pain triggering ones again. You could add these in during your day, as part of your break from sitting, or in the morning as a way to wake your body up, or in the evening to help you to wind down. Whatever it is, find a time that suits you and don’t worry, you don’t have to spend half an hour on this! Ten or even five minutes is fine! Just start and try to get them in as often as possible, daily if you can – but don’t stress if you can’t!  Now of course, I don’t know your personal circumstances, so if stretching isn’t the right choice for you right now, don’t worry, try something else from this list that is.   6.  Proteolytic enzymes  Alright, number six is proteolytic enzymes. Proteolytic enzymes are enzymes which break down proteins into amino acids. Proteolytic enzymes, when used for healing, help to reduce inflammation post-surgery and aid in clearing waste products from the wound site, and help to reduce adhesion formation. This is because of course, the building blocks of tissue are proteins!  However, because they reduce adhesion formation, there is the risk that if there is an infection at the site of the wound, that it could spread, as adhesions play a role in isolating infection sites from the rest of the body. This is rare but has been known to happen. Another thing to note is that the research is limited, with most of the research being in oral surgery or sports related injuries. The only study we have on enzymes for endo specifically is one we use commonly at IWHI and that’s Wobenzyme. Wobenzyme was shown to reduce pain and inflammation post-surgery and inhibit the formation of new blood vessels, reducing the chances of further endo development and adhesion formation.  The dose used in the study was the label dose for 40-60 days pre-op and then 60 days post op. You need to take Wobenzyme away from food, otherwise the enzymes will just be used for digestion.  Now most of the studies on adhesion formation are conducted pre and post-op, so I really can’t say whether they’d make a difference if you surgery was five years ago for example, my instinct is that they wouldn’t aid with the adhesions but they might help with inflammation.    7.  Castor oil  So number seven is castor oil and this one is also a little controversial, so I’ll provide you with the info and you can make your own decision about it.  I know countless leading women’s health practitioners who use castor oil to soften and break down adhesions and who experience great success with it with their clients. However, it’s generally considered that more research needs to be done, though there is research on castor oil’s abilities to lower inflammation, reduce symptoms of constipation, improve circulation, and stimulate muscle relaxation.  You may have heard Arvigo Therapist Tara Ghosh break it down in my interview with her. She explained that castor oil actually triggers the immune system, due to some of its chemical components, however, on responding to the call and finding no poison to clear, the immune system goes about utilising its tools on repairing and healing the pelvic area, which in turn helps to break down and clear adhesions. She also emphasises that the lowering of inflammation and improving of blood flow to the area, thanks to castor oil, is part of how this process works.  She’s not the only fan either. I had a conversation about castor oil with my colleagues and so many of them used castor oil packs to break down adhesions, and Nicole Jardim is a fan of using them for endometriosis and period pain.  So if you want to learn how to make your own castor oil pack and how and when to safely use them, I advise listening to my interview with Tara who has a really quick and easy method as opposed to the often messy and sticky traditional approach!   8.  Heat Therapy Last up is heat therapy. Yet another controversial one.  Heat therapy is often used by practitioners to help loosen fascia, muscles and break down adhesions. I recently spoke to Rachel Dutton who strongly recommended it to me to help with the lower right side of my pelvis, which is really stuck and isn’t responding well to body work therapy because it’s just too frozen and so I need to start with a gentler approach. She explained to me that heat therapy stimulates blood flow, which as a result helps to break down scar tissue and suggested this as one of the first options I should try.  Additionally, increased blood flow will allow the muscles to relax as more oxygen is delivered and so any muscles which were contracting due to restricted access to oxygen, which is common when you have a tight, bunched up pelvis, can start to loosen and become more mobile. There’s also research showing how heat therapy can prevent adhesions from building up so much after injury. Unfortunately PubMed was down at the time of writing this, so I haven’t got a tonne of studies to stick in the show notes but I’ve put in a few articles and one or two studies, and of course you can do some of your own research as well. So now the controversy comes in. Some sources, but not many, claim that heat can loosen adhesions and fascia and then as they cool, they stiffen up again, and become stiffer than before. I dug into this further and honestly, I couldn’t really decipher how they sources came to that conclusion, and I spoke to multiple colleagues about this who were equally as baffled and looked at the articles with me, and didn’t really feel the claims were fully supported.  However, one research paper does discuss the rebound phenomenon, where the positive effects of heat therapy are actually only present for 20-30 minutes. So for 20 to 30 minutes, blood vessel dilate and blood flow increases, but afterwards, the blood vessels actually start to constrict again, preventing blood flow, so this is definitely worth taking into consideration.  After I raised this to my colleagues, they all agreed that they only use heat therapy for 20 to 30 minutes in terms of hot water bottles, normally applied alongside castor oil packs and perhaps alongside a massage therapy treatment. They were also very keen to stress that they never use boiling water in a hot water bottle, only warm water. However, I’m curious about whether we can go a step further than hot water bottles. For a long time now, I’ve been very interested in the research behind infrared therapy, which has been shown to heal muscle injury, tissue damage and lower inflammation. For this reason, I’ve been really curious about infrared sauna belts and infrared heat pads for my chronic bladder pain, because they have so many benefits, but I just haven’t bought one yet as I’m spending so much on SIBO healing. The prices that I have seen range between £50 and £60, so not that expensive, but for some of us a hot water bottle is the more affordable choice.  So whilst I can be sure about the theory that adhesions and muscles get worse after heat therapy, clinically, heat therapy seems to achieve remarkable results, especially when combined with castor oil packs and massage. Of course, if you’re going to use hot water bottles, just keep it to less than 30 minutes and don’t use water straight off the boil. I think a wonderful way to try heat therapy is to use heat 30 minutes prior to a home massage, like Arvigo Therapy, to relax and soften the muscles so they’re more pliable and open to movement and stretch.  So I hope that has given you some ideas to help you soften your fascia, loosen adhesions and release a frozen pelvis. Remember, what works for one may not work for another, always listen to your body and be guided by what it’s telling you and ideally, consult a practitioner if you can afford to do so.  I would love to hear which strategies you try and how you get on! Please remember I am not a physiotherapist or a masseuse. This information comes from my training as a health coach, my conversations and interviews with leading pelvic floor physios and my experiences a patient. This podcast is here for educational purposes only. Let's get social! Come say hello on Instagram or sign up to my newsletter. This episode is sponsored by my free guide ‘A Natural Pain Relief Tool Kit for Endometriosis’. This four page guide includes evidence based and effective remedies which you can use at home to reduce your pain with endo. Download your copy here. My cookbook This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast is out now! Get 28 anti-inflammatory, hormone friendly recipes for living and thriving with endometriosis. Order your copy here. If you feel like you need more support with managing endometriosis, you can join Your EndoLife Coaching Programme. A 1-to-1 three month health and life coaching programme to help you thrive with endometriosis. To find out more about the programme and to discuss whether it could be right for you, email me at hello@thisendolife.com or visit my website. This episode is sponsored by The Pod Farm. Learn all about how to start your own podcast with the complete course from The Pod Farm. Aimed at beginners, this course takes a simple and straightforward approach to planning, equipment buying, setting up, recording, editing and hosting your own podcast. With hours of audio and video materials, and downloadable guides and useful links, this multimedia approach aims to have something for every kind of learner. From now until April 15, newsletter subscribers get 20% off the course price. Visit www.thepodfarm.com to enroll or find out more This episode is sponsored by BeYou. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches and CBD range. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk Show Notes Adhesions https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11528133/   Foam Rolling https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJOzcFS6fGE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umTObqSYay0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6cR3knKFIA   Visceral Manipulation https://www.iahp.com/pages/search/index.php https://clearpassage.com https://www.merciertherapy.com (You currently need to email them directly for a referral)   Arvigo Therapy https://www.arvigotherapy.com/team-members   Sitting https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/expert-answers/sitting/faq-20058005 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/why-sitting-too-much-is-bad-for-us/ https://www.startstanding.org/standing-desks/10-standing-desk-mistakes/#positions   Stretching https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXigFK5hLLF82uZ72jzTvmg/videos https://www.harpercollins.com/products/beating-endo-iris-kerin-orbuch-mdamy-stein-dpt?variant=32903931691042 https://thepelvicexpert.com/blog/6-simple-exercises-to-ease-endometriosis/   Heat Therapy https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31115522/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6214933/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/300270473_Superficial_Heat_and_Cold_Applications_in_the_Treatment_of_Knee_Osteoarthritis   Castor Oil https://nicolejardim.com/castor-oil/      

S6 E38: In this episode, meet investigative journalist Carol Leonnig, Know Your Endo founder Jessica Murnane, and op-ed editor Sohrab Ahmari. Listen in as each of these authors examines what it means to get the story behind the story, whether that's investigating the secret service, navigating your health, or exploring how tradition can connect with the modern world. Plus, hear what they learned while recording their audiobooks. Zero Fail by Carol Leonnig: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/543941/zero-fail/ Know Your Endo by Jessica Murnane: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/634988/know-your-endo/ The Unbroken Thread by Sohrab Ahmari: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/623405/the-unbroken-thread/

Jessica chats with me about her endo story, what inspired her to write Know Your Endo as well as tips and tactics from the book. We talk about diet, movement and so much more. Grab a copy of the book here and find Jessica on social media: https://knowyourendo.com/Listen in now! Want to keep the conversation going?Join our Facebook Group: tiny.cc/7mpbnzWant to watch it on YouTube? http://tiny.cc/6cx6tzThank you for listening and supporting this podcast. We need awareness about this disease. If you want to be on the podcast or have feedback please reach out via my website www.melissaboudreau.com.Thank you for your support and time.Please consider subscribing and writing us a review on Apple podcasts it really helps us get more awareness and with guests agreeing to come on! You can do that here! http://tiny.cc/f74onzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the darkest depths of her endometriosis, Jessica Murnane found herself crippled by agonizing pain. After countless doctor visits and unsuccessful treatments, she decided to search for her own solution.  Her new book, “Know Your Endo,” is a literary account of her healing journey and provides readers with a four-week protocol for getting to know their endometriosis and learning their own best strategies to deal with it. She reveals how she reclaimed her power, separated her symptoms from her sense of self, and curated her strategies to manage this complex condition.  You will learn about... The physical and mental impact of endo Her personal journey The (speculated) origins of endo  Separating self from symptoms  Traditional approaches to treating endo The four-week protocol for knowing your endo Alternative medicine and cannabis  A day in the life of Jessica  Resources: Website: https://www.jessicamurnane.com/ (jessicamurnane.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicamurnane/?hl=en (@jessicamurnane) Book: https://www.jessicamurnane.com/know-your-endo (Know Your Endo: An Empowering Guide To Health + Hope With Endometriosis) Thanks to https://magicspoon.com/ (Magic Spoon) for sponsoring this episode. Head to https://magicspoon.com/ (magicspoon.com) and use the code “bewellpod” for $5 off their sugar-free cereal that tastes amazing! Connect with Kelly: https://kellyleveque.com/ (kellyleveque.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bewellbykelly/ (@bewellbykelly) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly/ (www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly) Be Well By Kelly is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

This week I caught up with the wonderful Jessica Murnane, talking about her new book, Know Your Endo, which is out now. If you didn’t manage to catch the IG Live, you can listen to our interview here, where we talk about: How she found writing a book about endo - in the middle of COVID! How to prioritise your health with endo without feeling guilty or overwhelmed. Defining what your ‘best’ is with endo and how to walk the line between accepting that some symptoms may not fully resolve (but can be reduced) whilst also recognising when there is a deep root cause to be investigated. How she celebrates her progress with endo and practices self-compassion. Her key tools for managing endo including knowing your endo, stress management, good food, movement and changing our body/home products for more endo friendly versions. Navigating relationships, having friends with endo and looking after yourself in community spaces. How to be an advocate for endo without the burn out! Jessica’s new book Know Your Endo is out now in the UK, US, Canada and Australia. Listen and subscribe on your favourite player or listen directly/download MP3 here or just listen below! Let's get social! Come say hello on Instagram or sign up to my newsletter. This episode is sponsored by my free guide ‘A Natural Pain Relief Tool Kit for Endometriosis’. This four page guide includes evidence based and effective remedies which you can use at home to reduce your pain with endo. Download your copy here. My cookbook This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast is out now! Get 28 anti-inflammatory, hormone friendly recipes for living and thriving with endometriosis. Order your copy here. If you feel like you need more support with managing endometriosis, you can join Your EndoLife Coaching Programme. A 1-to-1 three month health and life coaching programme to help you thrive with endometriosis. To find out more about the programme and to discuss whether it could be right for you, email me at hello@thisendolife.com or visit my website. This episode is sponsored by The Pod Farm. Learn all about how to start your own podcast with the complete course from The Pod Farm. Aimed at beginners, this course takes a simple and straightforward approach to planning, equipment buying, setting up, recording, editing and hosting your own podcast. With hours of audio and video materials, and downloadable guides and useful links, this multimedia approach aims to have something for every kind of learner. From now until April 15, newsletter subscribers get 20% off the course price. Visit www.thepodfarm.com to enroll or find out more This episode is sponsored by BeYou. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches and CBD range. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk Show Notes jessicamurnane.com Know Your Endo  

On Episode 175 of You, Me, Empathy, Jessica Murnane and I go deep on endometriosis, from symptoms and nutrition to medical gaslighting and being your own best advocate. Plus, we explore Jessica’s endometriosis origin story, knowing when to help vs. when not to help, believing women, and Jessica’s new book, a true act of empathy, Know Your Endo. Read the full show notes here! Empathy Links: Jessica MurnaneBuy Jessica’s new book, Know Your Endo!Follow Jessica on InstagramOne Part PodcastRegister for the new Feely Human workshop, TREASURES + TALISMANSLara Parker on vagina problemsWrite for Feely HumanYou, Me, Empathy on PatreonSign up for the Feely Human newsletterThe Unexpected Shape CommunityFeely Human pins, shirts, and stickersDr. Elizabeth Stanley

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, and today we hear from two women with Endometriosis, explain the wide variety of symptoms, and share why cannabis is giving hope to women living with the painful symptoms of Endo. One in 10 women has Endometriosis, and many women have been suffering in silence for years. Please share this episode with all your women friends! Hosted by Ellen Scanlon Featuring: Jessica Murnane, host of One Part Plant podcast & author of Know Your Endo, Kerrigan Behrens, co-founder of Sagely Naturals. IG @dothepot Email hi@dothepot.com Sign up for our newsletter here For lots more tips on cannabis + women, visit dothepot.com SHOW NOTES More How to Do the Pot about Endometriosis: Episode 2. Pot for Painful Periods, Pain with Sex and Endometriosis Episode 15. How to Treat Endometriosis w/ Weed, 5 Ways Cannabis Can Reduce Pelvic Pain Know Your Endo website --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/olm/message

Jessica Murnane, author of One Part Plant and the upcoming Know Your Endo, joins us to talk about gardening, Pretty Little Liars, and the best book she read this year. We also talk about the shows you can “watch with your phone” (and maybe more importantly, the ones you can’t), and why we need to scrap the idea of “guilty pleasure chicklit” entirely.Follow Gee Thanks! on Insta: www.instagram.com/geethanksjustboughtitpod! I wanna see you there!Join the Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/geethanks/ Do you like this podcast? LEAVE A REVIEW! It’s the easiest way to support the podcast and it costs you nothing. You have my forever gratitude.Mentioned On This Episode!The Idea Of You: https://bookshop.org/a/9875/9781250125903Nantucket Nights: https://bookshop.org/a/9875/9780312565312They Wish They Were Us: https://bookshop.org/a/9875/9780593114292Hey Ladies!: https://bookshop.org/a/9875/9781419729133Novica Robes: https://amzn.to/2PWz5cbKnow Your Endo by Jessica Murnane: https://bookshop.org/a/9875/9780593189832Air Fryer: https://amzn.to/3tcyrFS Top 8 Best Selling Products in the Gee Thanks! Community in 2020!8. The Hot Tub ($529): https://amzn.to/3aYP1TO7. Digit for saving: https://digit.co/r/GeeThanks?ab6. Rakuten for cash back while you shop: https://www.rakuten.com/r/CAROLI33174?eeid=281875. Universal Standard: https://fave.co/3l5KtN74. LED Lights: https://amzn.to/2WZO9WG3. Home Comforts: https://bookshop.org/a/9875/97807432728652. The Revlon One Step: https://amzn.to/3o96cFOAnnnnd: 1. The Garden Witch Overalls (Size up!): https://amzn.to/383oGltVisit www.geethanksjustboughtit.com for even more recs and shop the Gee Thanks! Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/geethanksjustboughtitSubscribe to Hotline Skin, a once monthly newsletter about skincare product recs from Jolie: https://www.geethanksjustboughtit.com/hotline-skin As always, reach me at

This week I brought back on the podcast for the third time, a friend of mine, writer, and host of the One Part Podcast, Jessica Murnane. Jessica's second book Know Your Endo helps people who experience endometriosis feel less alone. In this conversation we catch up, chat about making it through hard moments, and having to keep moving while feeling things intensely. She's one of the most empathetic people I know. We also get into a deep dialogue about social media, our ever changing and complex relationship with it, and how it relates to memories. We talk about her creative process, her writing process during the pandemic in the midst of homeschooling her son, and she shares her HappyThankYouMorePlease prompts. Show notes:- Last chance to join semester 2 of Creative Underdogs!- Connect with Jessica on The Web | Instagram- Please join me in supporting Exalt, an organization that provides New York City youth with a roadmap to change their lives.- Sign up for our LET IT OUT letter to get show notes straight to your inbox - Katie's book- LET IT OUT kits- full show notes here- We're hiring! If you're interested in joining the Let It Out team you can apply here. Sponsors:Join me live for the after show at stereo.com/katiedalebout.Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase with code KATIE at checkout.Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp, professional counseling done securely online.

Jessica Murnane is the founder of Know Your Endo (the endometriosis education and awareness platform), the author of the One Part Plant cookbook, and the host of One Part Podcast. She is a sought-after speaker and has contributed to/appeared in several magazines and websites including Bon Appétit, Goop, Shape Magazine, The Kitchn, Mind Body Green, and The Coveteur. Her latest book, Know Your Endo: An Empowering Guide To Health + Hope With Endometriosis is out April 27th, 2021. She lives in Charleston, South Carolina with her family, and lots of palm trees. You'll learn...  What it felt like to find out I had endometriosis Statistics on endo What endometriosis is and its symptoms The average time frame it takes to be diagnosed with endometriosis The different kinds of surgery for endometriosis Jessica's story of living with endometriosis Whether or not a hysterectomy is your answer If there is a cure for endometriosis Why it's valid to feel anger after being diagnosed with endo The importance of tapping into your hormones How endo led to Jessica not wanting to wake up in the morning Why it's important to plan your life around your period Tips for how to navigate work when you live with endometriosis Jessica's advice for managing endometriosis How often you should ask for ultrasounds if you have a history of cysts Jessica's thoughts on birth control as a form of treatment Whether or not pregnancy is a treatment for endo ____________________________ COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOWNOTES:  https://courageouslyu.com/jessica-murnane/   COURAGEOUSLY.U FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1416219115169393   COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/

This episode is with Jessica Murnane, the author or One Part Plant Cookbook and the founder of Know Your Endo. Her new book Know Your Endo publishes end of April and is now available for preorder. The book and online platform is education, awareness and support for those living with endometriosis. In this episode Bai and Jessica chat about commonalities of people living with endometriosis. They touch on body image, movement for pain management, alcohol regarding pain management and increasing symptoms, increasing awareness about the disease and tools to make symptoms less prevalent and controlling in your day to day life. Jessica does an amazing job at helping you feel less alone and like your chatting with your bff about something so personal and vulnerable. You don't want to miss this episode especially if you have endometriosis, painful periods, or are looking into more education around women's health. You can order the book at www.knowyourendo.com or get a signed copy here. Resources: Instagram: @knowyourendo Books: What We Don't Talk About When We Talk About Fat by Aubrey Gordon Sponsored by: Cook. Vibe. Heal. - The virtual community plant based cooking class membership for only $33 a month!

In this episode, we sit down with... Jessica Murnane. Author of the One Part Plant cookbook, host of the One Part Podcast, and founder of Know Your Endo. Jessica Murnane is the author of the One Part Plant cookbook, host of the One Part Podcast, and founder of Know Your Endo, the endometriosis education and awareness platform (and soon-to-be book, Spring 2021 of with Penguin Random House). Jessica has contributed to/appeared in magazines and websites that include Bon Appétit, Goop, Shape Magazine, Mind Body Green, and The Coveteur. She has spoken at Apple, SXSW, Taste Talks, Seed Food + Wine, Good Fest, Wanderlust, and The Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop, among others. SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES + WEBSITE: IG: @jessicamurnane @knowyourendo What we talked about: The definition of endometriosis Struggling with body image Keeping opinions to ourselves Body dysmorphia Connecting with my body Personal choices about your body Taking care of yourself Recognizing the symptoms "I was very aware of how painful my periods were but I never heard of endometriosis until I was diagnosed with it" "There are so many people walking around in debilitating pain thinking that´s normal" Meet your host: Katelyn Parsons is an Entrepreneur, Speaker, Certified Intuitive Eating & Holistic Health Coach, as well as the host of The Modern Girl Podcast. After years of struggling with disordered eating, she not only found recovery but recognized a crucial missing link in the wellness industry- empowerment + individual sustainability around health. This inspired her entrepreneurial journey and life mission to shift the conversation toward healing our relationship with food and body. For the past 3 years, Katelyn has helped countless high-achieving women transform their relationship with food and body image through an integrative, evidence-based process so that they can move through each day feeling more present, empowered, and comfortable in their skin, without worrying about what to eat. You'll also find Katelyn strolling the beach in sunny San Diego with her husband and their pup Winnie. Join the Modern Girl community: Website: www.katelynparsons.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/katelyn.parsons/ Ready to heal your relationship with food + body? www.katelynparsons.com/newsletter Click HERE to enroll in The Binge Eating Solution Group Coaching! Click HERE to book your Body Trust Breakthrough Call Click HERE to download your Food Freedom Guide Click HERE to follow along for tips and inspo on Pinterest

Episode 100!! I can’t even believe I’ve recorded 100 episodes of this podcast. It’s been a wild ride to say the least. I’m so thankful for you being here and connecting with me and the wonderful guests I’ve had on. It’s a blessing to have this space and an honor to connect with you in this intimate way. Today I have on Jessica Murnane - you will LOVE her. She is so fun, quirky, sarcastic, fellow Capricorn.. She has a podcast of her own, is hilarious, and is so accomplished in her mission. Jessica is the author of the One Part Plant cookbook, host of the One Part Podcast, and founder of Know Your Endo, the endometriosis education and awareness platform (and soon-to-be book, Know Your Endo: An Empowering Guide To Health & Hope With Endometriosis, Spring 2021, Penguin Random House's imprint Avery). Jessica has contributed to/appeared in magazines and websites that include Bon Appétit, Goop, Shape Magazine, The Kitchn, Mind Body Green, and The Coveteur. She has spoken at Apple, SXSW, Taste Talks, Seed Food + Wine, Good Fest, Wanderlust, and The Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop, among others. Connect with Jessica: @jessicamurnane and @knowyourendo jessicamurnane.com

Jessica Murnane is a creative consultant, the founder of Know Your Endo, and the author of the One Part Plant cookbook. Her next book, Know Your Endo: An Empowering Guide To Health + Hope With Endometriosis will be released this coming April.

jessicamurnane.com, @jessicamurnane & @knowyourendo Jessica Murnane is the creator of the One Part Plant movement & author of the One Part Cookbook, host of the One Part Podcast, and founder of Know Your Endo, the endometriosis education and awareness platform (Know Your Endo book coming in 2021!) Jessica has contributed to/appeared in magazines and websites that include Bon Appétit, Goop, Shape Magazine, The Kitchn, Mind Body Green, The Coveteur, and People. She has spoken at Apple, SXSW, Taste Talks, Seed Food + Wine, Good Fest, Wanderlust, and The Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop, among others. What we chat about: Living with Endo Understanding the symptoms of Endometriosis Taking your power back in your own health How a plant based diet could be the answer for you Special thanks to our sponsors! THE MOON DECK Get 10% Off Your Order: https://themoondeck.com/goddess The Moon Deck is a healing oracle deck of 44 cards + an in depth guidebook filled with insights and rituals to enhance intuition and self-love. Inspired by the cycles of the moon and emotional wellbeing, this oracle set has reached women around the globe and has become a favorite amongst card collectors and newbies alike. It can be worked with as an oracle guide, as a daily tool for reflection and meditation, or in tarot-inspired spreads. CLARYTI CLARYTI is the complete zero waste home cleaning solution made with all natural ingredients provided by Mother Nature. Founded and created by Nixie Marie. Raise the vibes of your home with CLARYTI! www.claryti.com/goddess YOGA WAKE UP Get 25% Off Your Subscription: https://www.yogawakeup.com/goddess Yoga Wake Up is an audio guided yoga and meditation app that replaces your alarm clock with an intentional morning routine! Sister Support: Become a Patron supporter! www.patreon.com/goddesscollective For more Goddess conversations join our women's facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1078258585615424/?ref=bookmarks) Receive 25% off A Yoga Wake Up subscription by using code www.yogawakeup.com/goddess

Catherine is here today with Jessica Murnane. Jessica Murnane is the creator of the One Part Plant movement & author of the One Part Plant cookbook, host of the One Part Podcast, and founder of Know Your Endo, the endometriosis education and awareness platform, with her latest book, Know Your Endo, will be released Spring of 2021. Six years ago, Jessica's major food groups were … sour patch kids, diet coke, and whatever lean cuisine had the most cheese. After years of unsuccessful diets and self-help books that didn't work, she felt pretty low and not so good about herself and didn't think it was possible for her to have the willpower to become a truly healthy person. Maybe there was a little bit of thinking she didn't deserve it. Jessica was really sick; her endometriosis had gotten so severe that most days she could barely make it out of bed. She tried everything that she could get her hands on to get better. She had multiple surgeries, tried conventional pain-killers (and less-conventional, leafy ones), fancy yoga and not-so-fancy-yoga, and even therapy to help with the depression caused by the pain. Nothing worked. Jessica's doctors gave her one final solution – a hysterectomy. Find Out More About Jessica Murnane Visit Jessica's Website Connect with Jessica Murnane on Facebook Jessica Murnane on Twitter @jessicamurnanes Follow Jessica on Instagram @jessicamurnane It's now time to tune into this one very inspirational human being. ENJOY!!

Catherine is here today with Jessica Murnane. Jessica Murnane is the creator of the One Part Plant movement & author of the One Part Plant cookbook, host of the One Part Podcast, and founder of Know Your Endo, the endometriosis education and awarenes...

After years of unsuccessful diets and self-help books that didn’t work, she felt pretty low and not so good about herself and didn’t think it was possible for her to have the willpower to become a truly healthy person. Maybe there was a little bit of thinking she didn’t deserve it.

Jessica Murnane is the creator of the One Part Plant movement, author of the One Part Podcast (http://www.jessicamurnane.com/onepartpodcast/) , and founder of Know Your Endo, the endometriosis education and awareness platform. So, of course, we’re chatting all about endometriosis: What it is, the symptoms, the stages, and some of the things you can do to help support the pain and inflammation related to it. If you don’t think you have endometriosis, keep listening! So many of the symptoms we women deal with are related to endometriosis, and our pain gets dismissed by doctors — and even other women — because we are just expected to have period pain. We don’t know what we don’t know, but only you know what it feels like in your body! We Chat About: How Jessica became interested in endometriosis Getting diagnosed with endometriosis The two types of surgery to treat endometriosis Trying to make real policy change Not ignoring or normalizing the symptoms What the different stages mean Next steps after showing symptoms Promoting a plant-based diet Resources: Jessicamurnane.com (http://www.jessicamurnane.com/) Knowyourendo.com (http://knowyourendo.com) Listen: One Part Podcast (http://www.jessicamurnane.com/onepartpodcast/) Read: One Part Plant Cookbook (http://www.jessicamurnane.com/book/) Endometriosis Stages (https://www.endofound.org/endometriosis-stages) Connect With Me: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1160965218?ct=podlink&mt=2) Subscribe on Google Podcasts (https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5jYXB0aXZhdGUuZm0vaGVhbGluZ2hvcm1vbmVzLw==) Start your FREE 14-Day Gut Reboot (https://www.nourishedwithnina.com/gut-reboot-ebook) Connect on Instagram: @nourishedwithnina (https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/) Private Hormone Coaching (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1055485934646235/) Healing Hormones is a production of Crate Media (http://crate.media)

In this week’s episode (34) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m talking to Jessica Murnane, host of The One Part Podcast, author of The One Part Plant Cookbook and founder of Know Your Endo. Jessica answers everything you ever wanted to know about podcasting - how to get started, why everyone should have a podcast, how to monetise your podcast and lots more. Here’s exactly what you can expect from this week’s episode …   Jessica explains why she started a podcast 5 years ago and why she feels it’s more powerful than starting a blog We discuss what equipment you’ll need to start a podcast and Jessica’s answer may surprise you Jessica shares that you can start a podcast without having an audience! We chat about how podcasting can open you to a brand new audience Jessica outlines how to grow your podcast and what big mistake to avoid! We discuss why download numbers aren’t everything We chat about the benefits of running your podcast in seasons Jessica shares how she monetises the podcast Jessica explains how hosting her podcast has opened up an array of career opportunities including the chance to write a cookbook Jessica speaks openly about whether it’s too late to start a podcast now or not Jessica shares her number one tip that will help you find incredible guests for your podcast You can find the full show notes here: https://thelittleplantation.co.uk/eat-capture-share-podcast/how-to-start-podcast   You can find me on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/thelittleplantation/  

This week, Stella & Emma had the pleasure of chatting with Jessica Murnane, author of the One Part Plant cookbook, host of the One Part Podcast and founder of Know Your Endo, an endometriosis awareness platform. The work she's doing to educate women around the world is incredibly important and inspiring, and she shared so much knowledge with us around female reproductive health and the power women have in their personal choices. Key Takeaways: Why endometriosis can be so difficult to diagnose Using lifestyle choices as a healing tool for women's health issues Approaching change one step at a time The two different types of endo surgery and how to educate yourself on each one Navigating women's reproductive choices and the process of choosing the right path Why a woman's right to her body is the ultimate celebration of the human body Removing the shame around women's decisions in parenthood & breastfeeding Links: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jessicamurnane/ // https://www.instagram.com/onepartplant/ One Part Plant: http://www.jessicamurnane.com/ Know Your Endo: https://knowyourendo.com/  

  It’s really easy, when you’re unwell, to want to fix everything as quickly as possible. When I started managing my endometriosis symptoms, I went full throttle. I changed my diet, my lifestyle, my make up and skin care - everything and anything that could be tweaked or improved to help with endometriosis, I changed. But within a short few months, I was broke and exhausted. I was totally overwhelmed by the amount of information that I was stuffing in my brain, the conflicting information out there on the endometriosis diet and all the noise on natural treatment options. Because I didn’t know what was quality information, I tried everything. My endodiet overwhelm caused me to crash and burn, and I had to work out what was the most important, what were my priorities were in order to create a plan to move forward sustainably. So in this episode, I’m talking about my experience of being totally overwhelmed to having a clear and steady plan to tackle my endo in a manageable way. I’m sharing tips, reflections and practical suggestions you can begin implementing as soon as you’re ready. Come say hello on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook or sign up to my newsletter. If you liked this episode, might like my free guide ‘Managing Endometriosis Naturally’, click here to get your copy. This episode is sponsored by BeYou. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches and CBD range. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works This episode is also sponsored by my fee guide ‘Managing Endometriosis Naturally’. This guide is perfect for anyone just starting out on this journey of managing and reducing their symptoms. Download here.   Show Notes   My Endometriosis Healing Journey  The Endometriosis Diet on A Budget  WomanCode Book Take Control of Your Endometriosis Henrietta Norton clinic WomanCode course Know Your Endo

Jessica Murnane is the creator of the One Part Plant movement, author of the One Part Cookbook, host of the One Part Podcast, and founder of Know Your Endo. In the episode, she shares how her own challenges with endometriosis led to starting her wellness platforms, why building genuine relationships and making face-to-face connections is her priority, the roles her book and podcast have played in her business growth, what it’s really like to earn money as a brand ambassador
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If you're suffering from endometriosis, are there ways that you can naturally manage your symptoms? Jessica Murnane, founder of Know Your Endo, joins me to talk about the tools that help her manage her endometriosis. Use code HEAVYFLOW for 15% off The Endo Toolkit registration when you register before March 24, 2019. Yup, even the early bird pricing!  Full Shownotes Order Heavy Flow: Breaking the Curse of Menstruation Subscribe to the Heavy Flow email list Follow @amandalaird on Instagram Music credit: Julia and Bradley of Home Studios Graphic design: Rachel Laird

Jessica Murnane is the creator of the One Part Plant movement & author of the One Part Cookbook, host of the One Part Podcast, and founder of Know Your Endo, the endometriosis education and awareness platform. Jessica's contributed to/appeared in magazines and websites that include Bon Appétit, Goop, Shape Magazine, and The Coveteur and has spoken at Apple, Wanderlust, and Chicago Lit Fest, among others.  For more info on the host, visit, www.marianbacoluba.com and follow Marian on Instagram @mbacoluba! Enjoy the show and please don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE! Take a screen shot of your review and DM it to me on Instagram @mbacoluba or email it to me at podcast@marianbacoluba.com and I will give you a complimentary Intuitive Angel Oracle Card Reading! Let’s connect on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbacoluba Twitter: https://twitter.com/marianbacoluba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marianbacoluba Download your FREE GIFT to help you Release Trauma and Energy Blocks.

We're replaying the Best of Heavy Flow while we're on hiatus over the summer! Hit subscribe to get new episodes in the fall. Today I'm talking to Samantha Zipporah, a holistic sexual health educator, activist, & advocate. We talk about holistic abortion care, the value of the uterus beyond childbearing, saying no to say yes and the healing power of orgasm. CW: abortion, miscarriage This episode was supported by Know Your Endo. What we discussed: How Samantha's work inspired the Heavy Flow Podcast! Reframing all pregnancy outcomes as “pregnancy release” Supporting physical, spiritual and emotional healing after an abortion and why the approach should be the same regardless of how the pregnancy was released How the technocratic method of medical care differs from holistic care Harnessing the vital life force of our uterus and acknowledging the sacred yes Why body literacy and education are keys to a positive termination experience for patients and care providers The healing power of orgasm Connect with Samantha: Website Instagram Facebook Support Samantha on Patreon Resources mentioned in this episode: Female Erasure Episode 16: Womb Wellness with Clare Kenty Wild Power The Red School Mantak Chia + Ovarian Kung Fu Feminist Current Podcast: Toward reproductive sovereignty, not reproductive rights Holistic Abortion Aftercare Zine I receive an affiliate commission from some of the links above. Subscribe & leave a review:  If you're into Heavy Flow, please subscribe in iTunes and write a review - that's the best way to support the show and help others find this podcast! Music Credit: Julia and Bradley of Home Studios Graphic Design: Rachel Laird  Production Assistance: Vocal Fry Studios

Jessica Murnane joins us today as we are digging into why switching to a plant-based diet could help manage endometriosis. Jessica Murnane is the creator of the One Part Plant movement & author of the One Part Cookbook (an initiative to get everyone on this planet to start eating one plant-based meal each day), host of the One Part Podcast (where she brings tough questions to inspiring people), and founder of Know Your Endo (an endometriosis education and awareness platform). Jessica has contributed to and appeared in magazines and websites that include Bon Appétit, Goop, Shape Magazine, The Kitchen, Mind Body Green, The Coveteur, Food52, and PopSugar. And has spoken at Apple, Taste Talks, Seed Food + Wine, Good Fest, and Wanderlust. Website: http://www.jessicamurnane.com/ Download your FREE 10+ Endo Resources and Tools: https://knowyourendo.com/endometriosis-resources Download your Free 3-day Fertility Diet Challenge. Packed with chef prepared recipes designed specifically to enhance your fertility. www.fertilitydietfreebie.com Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 Don't forget to check out my Resources page for more information and products that will help you on your fertility journey.

Today I'm talking to Samantha Zipporah, a holistic sexual health educator, activist, & advocate. We talk about holistic abortion care, the value of the uterus beyond childbearing, saying no to say yes and the healing power of orgasm. CW: abortion, miscarriage This episode was supported by Know Your Endo. What we discussed: How Samantha's work inspired the Heavy Flow Podcast! Reframing all pregnancy outcomes as “pregnancy release” Supporting physical, spiritual and emotional healing after an abortion and why the approach should be the same regardless of how the pregnancy was released How the technocratic method of medical care differs from holistic care Harnessing the vital life force of our uterus and acknowledging the sacred yes Why body literacy and education are keys to a positive termination experience for patients and care providers The healing power of orgasm Connect with Samantha: Website Instagram Facebook Support Samantha on Patreon Resources mentioned in this episode: Female Erasure Episode 16: Womb Wellness with Clare Kenty Wild Power The Red School Mantak Chia + Ovarian Kung Fu Feminist Current Podcast: Toward reproductive sovereignty, not reproductive rights Holistic Abortion Aftercare Zine I receive an affiliate commission from some of the links above. Subscribe & leave a review:  If you're into Heavy Flow, please subscribe in iTunes and write a review - that's the best way to support the show and help others find this podcast! Music Credit: Julia and Bradley of Home Studios Graphic Design: Rachel Laird    

If you're suffering from endometriosis, are there ways that you can naturally manage your symptoms? Jessica Murnane, founder of Know Your Endo, joins me to talk about the tools that help her manage her endometriosis.  Get full shownotes for this episode here.  -- Follow Heavy Flow on Instagram: @amandalaird Follow Heavy Flow on Facebook: facebook.com/amandalairdrhn

ABOUT JESSICA: Jessica Murnane is the creator of the One Part Plant movement and author of the One Part Cookbook (she’s working to get everyone on this planet to start eating one plant-based meal each day), host of the One Part Podcast (she loves asking inspiring people the tough questions), and founder of Know Your Endo, the soon-to-be launched website for education, awareness, and support for women living with endometriosis.  Jessica has contributed to and appeared n agazines and websites, including Bon Appétit, Goop, ind Body Green, Lenny, he Coveteur, Food52, and opSugar and has spoken at Apple,Taste Talks, and Wanderlust. he lives in Charleston, South Carolina with her husband, son, and lots of palm trees.   KNOW YOUR ENDO PROGRAM  Sign up at early bird pricing of $150 for this 5-week program before January 28th using the link below: https://know-your-endo.teachable.com/a/aff_l48ctrv2/external?affcode=164014_5knhxk9g   CONNECT WITH JESSICA Podcast: http://www.jessicamurnane.com/onepartpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicamurnane/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnePartPlant/   Continue the conversation Join us in the Sexy Soulful Success Revolution Facebook Group at www.facebook.com/groups/sexysoulfulsuccess

Fangirling much? You know I am. Jessica Murnane has been on the podcast and This EndoLife a couple of times before. Jessica is the founder of the One Part Plant Movement, is author of the One Part Plant cookbook, and is host of the One Part Podcast. She has stage IV endometriosis, and was once at the point of a hysterectomy - her last attempt was with a plant-based diet and it changed her life. Now she's dedicated a new website, Know Your Endo and a new online course, The Endo Toolkit, to helping others live with the disease. I talked to Jessica about what inspired her to launch these new endometriosis projects, what she felt was most important to communicate and what we can expect from The Endo Toolkit online program. For those of you who are interested, enrolment is now open for the Early Bird bookings. To check out The Endo Tookit free tour, to find out more information or to enrol, click here. Show Notes The Course: A five-week online program to create tools to help manage endometriosis pain and symptoms. Each week a new tool will be released: Week One: Know Your Endo (truly understanding the disease) Week Two: Good Food Week Three: Movement Week Four: Natural Products (bath and beauty products + menstrual products) Week Five: Alternative Medicine (CBD, medicinal cannabis, Chinese medicine) There is no cure for endo, but this program wants to help those living with this chronic condition develop a powerful set of tools to help manage it.   WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE COURSE:   • A 5-week toolkit building program to help manage your endometriosis which includes weekly audio lessons and printable resource pages. • Exclusive expert interviews and content created specifically for this course (featuring Adina Grigore (of SW Basics), Kathryn Budig (yogi), Giselle Wasfie (Chinese Medicine Dr) and Alex Seaman (Kundalini instructor) • A private community page to connect and share. • Weekly live Q+A with Jessica. • Bonus endo-friendly recipes.  • Special discounts to Jessica's favorite endo-friendly brands.    WHEN IS IT?Program will begin February 7th Early Bird Promotion Period: January 22-28th (ends at 8pm EST) Regular Promotion Period: January 28th-February 4th (ends at 8pm EST) To check out The Endo Tookit free tour, to find out more information or to enrol, click here. Know Your Endo The Endo Toolkit One Part Plant

Jessica Murnane is our guest this week. In this episode we chat about a plant-based diet, endometriosis, and she shares details about her newest project. Jessica is creator of the One Part Plant movement, author of the One Part Plant Cookbook, host of the One Part Podcast, and founder of Know Your Endo.   Key Takeaways from the Episodes How a diagnosis of endometriosis led her to where she is today. The lessons endometriosis has taught her. Jessica’s long road to an endometriosis diagnosis. The different treatment options she’s tried over the course of her disease. How the experience of changing her diet challenged her, and changed her life. Why altering her diet changed her relationship with food and eating. The definition of plant-based and veganism, and the difference between the two. Why too much information isn’t necessarily a good thing. Jessica’s new project, Know Your Endo. Resources One Part Plant: A Simple Guide to Eating Real, One Meal at a Time   Guest Information Website: onepartplant.com Instagram: @jessicamurnane Podcast: One Part Podcast   Jessica Murnane is the creator of the One Part Plant movement and author of the One Part Cookbook (she’s working to get everyone on this planet to start eating one plant-based meal each day), host of the One Part Podcast (she loves asking inspiring people the tough questions), and founder of Know Your Endo, the soon-to-be launched website for education, awareness, and support for women living with endometriosis.   Jessica has contributed to and appeared ​in ​magazines and websites, including Bon Appétit, Goop, ​Mind Body Green, ​Lenny, ​The Coveteur, Food52, ​and ​PopSugar ​ ​and has spoken at Apple​, ​Taste Talks, and Wanderlust. ​She lives in Charleston, South Carolina with her husband, son, and lots of palm trees.   Sponsor Thank you to today’s sponsor, Thrive Market. Head to thrivemarket.com/feelgood to get 25% your first purchase + free shipping + a free 30-day trial! Thanks for supporting the sponsors that support out show.   Show the Feel Good Effect Love Share it via Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, or Twitter Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. Your ratings and reviews help more people find the show! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts.