Could recognizing stress, perfectionism, and a relentless work ethic have unknowingly contributed to my journey with Long Covid? This episode, inspired by a listener's question, takes you through my personal exploration of self-blame and recovery, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging lifestyle factors that play into our health. We'll uncover the value of therapy in recognizing these patterns and how Maya Angelou's wisdom guided me: "Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better." By understanding and unlearning pre-illness habits, we open up pathways to resilience and growth.

Join us in celebrating the transformative power of self-compassion and authenticity as we reach our 150th episode milestone. We reflect on the essence of gratitude and its role in focusing on what truly matters—health, joy, and connection. Inspired by the Taoist concept of the first and second arrow, we explore our reactions to life's challenges and how they shape our journey. As we celebrate this milestone, I express my gratitude for your continued support and share a peek into my holiday plans. Let's embrace the journey of unbecoming what isn't truly us and allowing our authentic selves to shine.


November breathing courses open for booking here

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Dr. Eleanor Stein's journey is one of resilience and transformation and her story is both personal and powerful. Dr. Stein shares how her experiences have shaped her approach to patient care and education. Her insights into societal myths around illness & recovery offer a refreshing perspective, especially for those navigating the complexities of living with long-term health challenges.

We shine a light on the essence of self-management & body awareness. Dr. Stein articulates the importance of respecting our bodies by recognizing and addressing its needs, from managing chemical sensitivities to balancing symptom acknowledgment with positive distraction techniques. Harnessing creativity, using mood-elevating activities are just some of the strategies we explore to empower individuals in their health journey.

Hope emerges as a central theme in our discussion, as Dr. Stein shares strategies for fostering a positive belief in recovery. We explore practical lifestyle changes, like embracing natural light cycles and consuming unprocessed foods, as part of a holistic approach to health. Dr. Stein's extensive experience offers valuable resources and insights, positioning listeners to optimally navigate their path to healing.

Free booklet on "Hormesis" for listeners of the Long Covid Podcast as well as Dr Stein's upcoming events etc.

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(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life)

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Episode 148 of the Long Covid Podcast is the second in this two-part series with Dan Neuffer. Dan is a coach working with people with Long Covid & ME/CFS. He is also an author of "CFS Unravelled" and has developed the "ANS Rewire" Program which has been mentioned by some others on the podcast previously.

In this episode we dive into

• What does recovery mean?
• What the illness is trying to tell us
• Balance in life
• The 60-80% sticking point
• Appreciating small improvement & building confidence

Catch up on part 1 of this interview from last week HERE

Dan’s book: https://cfsunravelled.com/cfs-unravelled/

Dan’s original recovery stories: https://cfsunravelled.com/cfs-fibro-recovery-stories/

Dan’s YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@CFSUnravelled1

Dan’s Recovery Program: https://ansrewire.com/info-request/

The "How resilient can recoveries be?" Podcast episode that sparked off this whole discussion

Dan's previous episode on the Long Covid Podcast where we talk more about Dan's story, his program "ANS Rewire" and it's role in recovery.

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Episode 147 of the Long Covid Podcast is the first of a two-part series with Dan Neuffer. Dan is a coach working with people with Long Covid & ME/CFS. He is also an author of "CFS Unravelled" and has developed the "ANS Rewire" Program which has been mentioned by some others on the podcast previously.

In this episode we dive into

• How is recovery possible when there is no "cure"?
• Understanding & education and it's role in treating underlying dysfunction rather than symptoms.
• Understanding patterns that may contribute to illness and how they help with recovery, resilience & breaking through plateaus
• Societal pressures for perfection and risk aversion - their role in reduced resilience

Part 2 now available HERE

Dan’s book: https://cfsunravelled.com/cfs-unravelled/

Dan’s original recovery stories: https://cfsunravelled.com/cfs-fibro-recovery-stories/

Dan’s YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@CFSUnravelled1

Dan’s Recovery Program: https://ansrewire.com/info-request/

The "How resilient can recoveries be?" Podcast episode that sparked off this whole discussion

Dan's previous episode on the Long Covid Podcast where we talk more about Dan's story, his program "ANS Rewire" and it's role in recovery.

Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :)

For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link

(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life)

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In episode 146 I speak to the fabulous Dr. Becca Kennedy, a family medicine physician, who discusses her approach to treating chronic pain and fatigue using evidence-based neuroscience.

She emphasizes the mind-body connection, explaining that many medically unexplained symptoms are due to brain signaling rather than structural damage. Kennedy highlights that 30-50% of primary care visits involve medically unexplained symptoms, including chronic pain, migraines, and irritable bowel syndrome.

She stresses the importance of understanding the nervous system's role in these conditions and provides tools like breathing exercises, meditation, and expressive writing to help patients manage and recover from chronic symptoms.

Deborah Neal Youtube video

Becca's website: https://resilience-healthcare.com/

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Episode 145 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Jenny Adams who is here to share her recovery story! We chat through her illness, the things that helped her and the lessons she has learned.

We also discuss the work Jenny is doing now, and the links to work with her are below.

Free workshop sign up: https://jenny-adams-f409.mykajabi.com/moreenergy

Heal Good Monthly Membership sign up (this will be live when doors open 12-19th Sept) : https://jenny-adams-f409.mykajabi.com/heal-good-sales-page

My Podcast- Calm Your Nervous System: https://open.spotify.com/show/0uO2vEgg9PsES4OWMvTyNt?si=0a18164d9ced4dfd

"No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz" was the book I was telling you about- I love the audiobook because he talks through each exercise

Compassionate Inquiry by Gabor Maté, more info here: https://compassionateinquiry.com/the-approach/

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Episode 144 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Dr Sarah about her recovery from Long Covid.

Sarah tells of her experiences with Covid and her route to Long Covid, as well as some of the things she found that helped.

Sarah takes us through her "6 pillars of wellness" that she developed to help her recover - these 6 areas which she thinks are important to address in some way.

As with all recovery stories, this is one person's experience and not medical advice.

Sarah's written resource & social links: https://linktr.ee/drsarahlongcovidrecovery

Sarah's Instagram @DrSarahLongCovidRecovery

Other things mentioned during the discussion:
Sensate app (Apple store)
360MindBodySoul - Suzy Bolt yoga
Yoga for life project
Insight Timer free app
YUKA app (for scanning food)
Tapping solutions app on Apple and Play store
Joe Dispenza YouTube channel

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Unlock the secrets to better sleep and enhanced well-being in our latest episode featuring David Joffe, a leading expert in respiratory and sleep medicine. You'll gain valuable insights into the intricate roles of slow-wave and REM sleep, crucial for both physical restoration and cognitive functions like memory consolidation. David shares his extensive knowledge on how sleep deprivation and stress can wreak havoc on your immune system and metabolic health, drawing direct links to the challenges faced by those with Long Covid.

The probiotic mentioned in the episode is called AB-21

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