Becca Benning has multiple chronic conditions, but it was her multiple sclerosis diagnosis that made her dive into Terry Wahls' research and the autoimmune protocol diet to find what would ease her symptoms. What Becca found made such a difference in her own health, she started helping other people living with an autoimmune condition (diagnosed or not) work thought the autoimmune protocol.

Discussed in this episode:

• Wanting better health vs. vitality.
• The surprising change she found when going gluten-free.
• Why working with where a person is currently is more important than strictly following a diet.

Learn more about Becca: https://www.beccabenning.com/

For more on today's guest and transcripts of this episode, visit: Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis Podcast

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• Do you have questions or topics you would like covered in the podcast? Reach out to https://andreahansoncoaching.com/contact

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Please note this podcast does not promote any specific therapy. Consult your doctor before making any changes to your medications, therapies, and treatments. The ideas and stories discussed in this podcast are the host and guest's personal opinions and experiences only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness. Listener discretion is advised.

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Blaze Hunter is an author, award winning speaker, brand specialist, and maybe most importantly, a communications expert. In this episode, Blaise discusses the connection between emotions and the body, and how it plays a role in autoimmune disease.

Blaise was diagnosed in her 20’s with EGPA, a rare autoimmune disease that affects the lungs. At the time she was working as a television broadcaster and her disease tried to take her voice - but she had none of that. Now she literally roars on stage as she turns her pain into purpose. And she’s bringing some of that passion to us.

Discussed in this week’s episode:

• The importance of listening to your body and understanding its signals.
• Blaise shares her personal journey of how her body’s signals led to a deeper understanding of herself and her emotions.
• How Blaise turned her pain into purpose and her work in helping others communicate compassionately with each other - and with themselves.
• Her work in reproductive health rights and how she empowers others to breathe fire.

Connect with Blaise: https://www.blaisehunter.com/

For more on today's guest and transcripts of this episode, visit: Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis Podcast

Connect with Andrea:

• Join the waitlist for the 8 Week Mindset Challenge: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/courses

• Grab the FREE Resource from Andrea: "The No BS Guide to a Positive Mindset" https://andreahansoncoaching.com/nobsguide/

• Do you have questions or topics you would like covered in the podcast? Reach out to https://andreahansoncoaching.com/contact

• Like the podcast? Get the books! Andrea's books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are here: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/getthebook

• Connect with Andrea on Instagram: @AndreaWHanson
• Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: @AndreaWHanson

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Please note this podcast does not promote any specific therapy. Consult your doctor before making any changes to your medications, therapies, and treatments. The ideas and stories discussed in this podcast are the host and guest's personal opinions and experiences only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness. Listener discretion is advised.

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Like the podcast? Get the books! My books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are available now, wherever books are sold.

This week I'm doing a little behind the scenes look at what I'm working on right now. My new online course, The 8 Week Mindset Challenge is starting soon, and this week I'm sharing what the challenge is all about - including negative thinking and the surprising ways it impacts us.

I'm telling a little of my personal journey when I took a deep dive into my own negative thinking after I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. And common challenges among high-achievers, who I call "Ex-hustlers," in adjusting to life with chronic illness - even years after the onset of the disease. (I put myself in that category as well.)

In this episode I discuss:

• The power of taming our inner critic (and the common advise that actually makes it louder).
• Teaching what I call the Whole Mindset Method and why the power of using our whole mindset is so much greater than simply looking at positivity.
• My upcoming 8 Week Mindset Challenge and how it sets you up to make any lifestyle change (exercise, food changes, rest, whatever you like) in a much easier and sustainable way. And how you can get involved.

For more on today's guest and transcripts of this episode, visit: Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis Podcast

Connect with Andrea:

• Join the waitlist for the 8 Week Mindset Challenge: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/courses

• Grab the FREE Resource from Andrea: "The No BS Guide to a Positive Mindset" https://andreahansoncoaching.com/nobsguide/

• Do you have questions or topics you would like covered in the podcast? Reach out to https://andreahansoncoaching.com/contact

• Like the podcast? Get the books! Andrea's books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are here: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/getthebook

• Connect with Andrea on Instagram: @AndreaWHanson
• Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: @AndreaWHanson

✳️ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast.

Please note this podcast does not promote any specific therapy. Consult your doctor before making any changes to your medications, therapies, and treatments. The ideas and stories discussed in this podcast are the host and guest's personal opinions and experiences only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness. Listener discretion is advised.

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Like the podcast? Get the books! My books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are available now, wherever books are sold.

"It almost became a puzzle. How can we solve this? What's the next thing?" - Amanda Dahl

When Amanda Dahl and her husband started experiencing strange and debilitating symptoms, they didn’t think they were in for an 18-year journey of mystery and uncertainty. Little did they know that their son's diagnosis of autism and Lyme disease would be the catalyst to discovering the root cause of their struggles - and the unconventional combination of treatments that would eventually bring healing and wholeness to their family.

Amanda's own battle with chronic illness and Lyme disease has given her a profound understanding of the importance of addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs in the healing process. Together with her husband, Christopher, Amanda co-founded Dahl Holistic Health.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Delve into the challenges faced in accurate Lyme disease diagnosis and treatment.
• Explore the potential benefits of alternative healing methods like energy therapy and holistic health.
• Understand the critical role that emotional healing plays in the journey to wellness.

Connect with Amanda Dahl: www.dahlholistichealth.com

For more on today's guest and transcripts of this episode, visit: Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis Podcast

Connect with Andrea:

• Join the waitlist for the 8 Week Mindset Challenge: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/courses

• Grab the FREE Resource from Andrea: "The No BS Guide to a Positive Mindset" https://andreahansoncoaching.com/nobsguide/

• Do you have questions or topics you would like covered in the podcast? Reach out to https://andreahansoncoaching.com/contact

• Like the podcast? Get the books! Andrea's books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are here: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/getthebook

• Connect with Andrea on Instagram: @AndreaWHanson
• Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: @AndreaWHanson

✳️ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast.

Please note this podcast does not promote any specific therapy. Consult your doctor before making any changes to your medications, therapies, and treatments. The ideas and stories discussed in this podcast are the host and guest's personal opinions and experiences only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness. Listener discretion is advised.

Mentioned in this episode:

Like the podcast? Get the books! My books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are available now, wherever books are sold.

Amy Reinecke discovered she had Hashimoto’s after having her third child. She is now helping women love their body through healing their mindset.

In this week’s podcast, Amy shares her very personal story with growing up in diet culture and developing an eating disorder. And her journey back to loving her body right now, as it is. Amy’s story is so relatable to those of us who grew up dieting and wanting so badly to have the “right” body.

She gives inspiration and great tips to stop judging yourself and your body, and learn how to give it the love and nourishment that it needs.

Discussed in this episode:

• Binge eating disorder
• Body positivity and learning to love where you are
• Self love and feeling at ease with your body
• Habits vs. goals with lifestyle changes
• Creating a positive body image by healing your mindset

Connect with Amy Reinecke: https://loveyourbodywell.net/

For more on today's guest and transcripts of this episode, visit: Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis Podcast

Connect with Andrea:

• Join the waitlist for the 8 Week Mindset Challenge: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/courses

• Grab the FREE Resource from Andrea: "The No BS Guide to a Positive Mindset" https://andreahansoncoaching.com/nobsguide/

• Do you have questions or topics you would like covered in the podcast? Reach out to https://andreahansoncoaching.com/contact

• Like the podcast? Get the books! Andrea's books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are here: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/getthebook

• Connect with Andrea on Instagram: @AndreaWHanson
• Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: @AndreaWHanson

✳️ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast.

Please note this podcast does not promote any specific therapy. Consult your doctor before making any changes to your medications, therapies, and treatments. The ideas and stories discussed in this podcast are the host and guest's personal opinions and experiences only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness. Listener discretion is advised.

Mentioned in this episode:

Like the podcast? Get the books! My books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are available now, wherever books are sold.

Courtney Bussard is on her own journey to limitless. From solo travel, to hula hoop performances (and a little fire dancing) - Courtney is determined to not let her chronic illness hold her back.

Diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2019, her support system lived halfway across the country. Courtney had to trust her gut and fiercely advocate for herself on her own in a system that at first didn’t believe her.

By focusing on what brings joy and peace on a daily basis, she reveals how small acts of self-care can lead to transformative change and a positive outlook on life. As a life coach and host of the Journey to Limitless podcast, Courtney brings this message of hope to her clients and listeners.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The importance of self-love and a strong support system during challenging times.
• The power of inner child work and breath work to uncover the emotional roots behind her health struggles.
• How to trust your gut when everyone is telling you “it’s nothing.”

Connect with Courtney Bussard: https://www.jtl-lifecoaching.com

For more on today's guest and transcripts of this episode, visit: Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis Podcast

Connect with Andrea:

• Join the waitlist for the 8 Week Mindset Challenge: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/courses

• Grab the FREE Resource from Andrea: "The No BS Guide to a Positive Mindset" https://andreahansoncoaching.com/nobsguide/

• Do you have questions or topics you would like covered in the podcast? Reach out to https://andreahansoncoaching.com/contact

• Like the podcast? Get the books! Andrea's books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are here: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/getthebook

• Connect with Andrea on Instagram: @AndreaWHanson
• Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: @AndreaWHanson

✳️ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast.

Please note this podcast does not promote any specific therapy. Consult your doctor before making any changes to your medications, therapies, and treatments. The ideas and stories discussed in this podcast are the host and guest's personal opinions and experiences only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness. Listener discretion is advised.

Mentioned in this episode:

Like the podcast? Get the books! My books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are available now, wherever books are sold.

Join me as I talk about a favorite piece of advice that was given to me at a time when I was ready to give up and walk away in the middle of a challenge. Drawing from my experience in a 150 mile bike race, I reveal the simple yet transformative lesson I learned that helped me get up the next day and finish what would be one of my proudest achievements soon after my multiple sclerosis diagnosis. And I share how it can work for others in their lives as well - you don't have to be on an epic bike ride to take advantage! This approach has become my guiding light, helping me conquer doubts, break barriers, and find success in even the most daunting situations.

Discussed in this episode:

• The empowering impact of focusing on the present moment and how it can lead to triumphs.
• How to let go of anxiety about the future and approach each step with clarity.
• How to make clear and accurate decisions when worries get in the way.

For more on today's guest and transcripts of this episode, visit: Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis Podcast

Connect with Andrea:

• Join the waitlist for the 8 Week Mindset Challenge: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/courses

• Grab the FREE Resource from Andrea: "The No BS Guide to a Positive Mindset" https://andreahansoncoaching.com/nobsguide/

• Do you have questions or topics you would like covered in the podcast? Reach out to https://andreahansoncoaching.com/contact

• Like the podcast? Get the books! Andrea's books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are here: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/getthebook

• Connect with Andrea on Instagram: @AndreaWHanson
• Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: @AndreaWHanson

✳️ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast.

Please note this podcast does not promote any specific therapy. Consult your doctor before making any changes to your medications, therapies, and treatments. The ideas and stories discussed in this podcast are the host and guest's personal opinions and experiences only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness. Listener discretion is advised.

Mentioned in this episode:

Like the podcast? Get the books! My books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are available now, wherever books are sold.

Sarah Jane Smith Lyons is an embodiment teacher and mindset coach who helps fellow childless not by choice women integrate grief, amplify agency and embody possibility.

During her career as yoga teacher, Sarah Jane taught strength and resilience to her students. When she developed fibroids and had multiple pregnancy losses, Sarah Jane found herself navigating deep grief and figuring out how to find fulfillment in her life again.

She eventually brought what she learned through her own journey of being childless not by choice to her yoga classes and beyond. She now helps other women who are childless not by choice find strength in their own grieving and create an empowering life.

Discussed in this episode:

• Gaining insights into the emotional and psychological benefits of practicing Yoga.
• Dealing with society's expectations of how all women should be mothers and how to handle the dreaded question, "So, do you have children?"
• Letting go of society’s expectations and changing the narrative.
• Infusing yoga-inspired wisdom into your daily life for holistic wellness.

Connect with Sarah Jane: www.embodiedpossibility.com

For more on today's guest and transcripts of this episode, visit: Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis Podcast

Connect with Andrea:

• Join the waitlist for the 8 Week Mindset Challenge: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/courses

• Grab the FREE Resource from Andrea: "The No BS Guide to a Positive Mindset" https://andreahansoncoaching.com/nobsguide/

• Do you have questions or topics you would like covered in the podcast? Reach out to https://andreahansoncoaching.com/contact

• Like the podcast? Get the books! Andrea's books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are here: https://andreahansoncoaching.com/getthebook

• Connect with Andrea on Instagram: @AndreaWHanson
• Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: @AndreaWHanson

✳️ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast.

Please note this podcast does not promote any specific therapy. Consult your doctor before making any changes to your medications, therapies, and treatments. The ideas and stories discussed in this podcast are the host and guest's personal opinions and experiences only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness. Listener discretion is advised.

Mentioned in this episode:

Like the podcast? Get the books! My books, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis and Stop Carrying the Weight of Your MS are available now, wherever books are sold.