Hormonally Speaking

Thyroid issues will end up impacting many women over their lifetime, especially as we make our way into perimenopause. But it's not just limited to a sluggish thyroid; unfortunately, autoimmune thyroid conditions like Hashimotos are becoming more and more common. Today I'm talking with Dr. Heather Stone, who has helped thousands of women overcome their thyroid issues. In the episode, we cover: -Why your symptoms are not about your age, but your toxic load -Lesser known autoimmune diseases that impact the thyroid, where in some cases, antibodies don't even show on lab tests -That it's possible to go into remission from Hashimotos and Graves Disease with the right support -Why you always need to pay attention to the adrenals and blood sugar levels -The details of Dr. Heather's Thyroid Transformation Blueprint Dr. Heather has kindly offered listeners a free gift: The Thyroid Transformation Quick Start (http://thyroidtransformationblueprint.com/). Dr. Heather Stone is one of the top functional medicine practitioners in the world. She has over 20 years of clinical experience in private practice. During that time she has successfully helped thousands of women overcome the symptoms of hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Her thyroid transformation blueprint has been used by hundreds of doctors, and thus has helped countless women return to happy, healthy, & lean. Her mission is to change the face of healthcare through her private practice, books, masterclasses, webinars, education programs, and retreats on her ranch in Texas. Find her on her website: http://reversemycondition.com/, on IG @drheatherstone, and on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwRA4XSwUnTMZvUtRIITDrw .

I'm so excited for you to watch this week's episode of Hormonally Speaking! My guest is my good friend and incredible Functional Medicine Practitioner Vashti Kanahele, who just released her book, "Passports and Parasites." In it, she details living in a variety of places around the world, from war-torn regions to warm, sandy beaches like Baghdad, Beirut, Phnom Penh, Lagos, and Curacao. While that all sounds very glamorous, she actually developed some major health issues along the way, eventually learning she had Lyme and Hashimoto's. We talk about her journey, and how she dealt with these very intense illnesses while being far away from her home base of the US. We cover: -Figuring out why she wasn't feeling well, and putting the pieces together to begin the healing process -What it took to come out on the other side of chronic illness -Why building community is so important, no matter where in the world you are living -Her work now to support other women with similar issues What's even more exciting is that she details the whole breathtaking, powerful, and inspiring journey in her new book, which you can grab here: https://amzn.to/3seEC1n. It's a great gift for someone on your list (or yourself) this holiday season! Vashti Kanahele, an author and functional medicine practitioner, exudes a profound passion for exploring diverse cultures and embracing immersive experiences. Her personal triumph over Lyme disease and complex chronic illness fuels her determination to empower others on their healing journeys. Having lived in Baghdad, Beirut, Phnom Penh, Lagos, and Curacao, Vashti's experiences have shaped her holistic approach to health and wellness. Now residing in Virginia with her family and African village dog, Owen, Vashti’s practice is dedicated to seeking the root causes of disease. With a keen eye for detail and a compassionate heart, she delves deep into patients' health histories, lifestyles, and environmental factors to uncover the underlying triggers of their ailments. Through her writings and clinical expertise, Vashti inspires others to embrace the world's beauty, travel freely, and embark on a transformational path to vibrant health. Learn more at her website: https://vashtikanahele.com/.

Happy Halloween and almost Day of the Dead! For this week's episode, I had a chance to chat with my old friend, Ryan Dungan Hurd, who is a master dream researcher. I thought it was the perfect time of year to chat about the sometimes scary, sometimes illuminating, but always powerful subject of sleep paralysis, where people can feel awake and held down, even though they are still in a sleep state. Ryan and I dive into all the fascinating ways that sleep paralysis and paying attention to/recording your dreams can impact your health, including: -What sleep paralysis is, and the myriad of ways it can show up -Facing your fears and processing your trauma -Spiritual experiences that can occur via paralysis -How the way you take care of your body during the day - and in the evening before bed - can impact not only sleep paralysis, but also your hormones -Sleep supports -Ways to use your dreams to help guide your health decisions in waking life And lots more! If you love experiencing the veil between the two worlds being its thinnest at this time of year, this is the perfect episode for you! Ryan Dungan Hurd (he/him) is an educator, author and dream researcher. He is interested in consciousness studies at the intersections of ecology, spirituality and material culture. His latest work is Lucid Talisman: Forgotten Lore. Ryan has been featured on NPR, CNN, Coast to Coast, Psychology Today, and many more. With a background in both archaeology and dream research, Ryan currently teaches graduate level courses at University for Peace in Costa Rica and National University in California. Ryan is a member of the International Association for the Study of Dreams and abides by their ethical guidelines. His website DreamStudies.org has been going strong since 2007. He currently lives in Philadelphia, PA.

There's a lot of talk today about needing to set boundaries in our lives, including how doing so (or *not* doing so) impacts our hormones. But what does that really mean? I find when I ask people what boundaries they have, or feel like they need to set in their lives, they don't have an answer. Which is why I had this discussion with Lesley King, who helps people find a new career in a year. She shares actionable ways to figure out next steps in your life (and these are easily applied to health & hormones too), including: -Understanding your patterns so you know how to change them -Learning what boundaries are - aka "giving people an idea of what you want and what you don't want" -Getting clear on what you want in a situation or in relationships -How important it is to celebrate your wins, even when you don't achieve the exact goal you set out to do -Creating safety by setting up "rules" Lesley King works with people who feel stuck and confused about what’s next. They don’t just want any job. They want an ideal career aligned with their values and desired lifestyle. She helps them find a new career in a year. Learn more at https://lesleykingempower.com.

This week on the podcast, we are diving into something that I see as a very important part of hormone health: money. Not money in and of itself, but the security and safety that having enough money to meet your needs (and then some!) can do for your hormones. I brought on my good friend and amazing Business Coach, Jen Aly, to talk about *how* to get to this safe place through creative means. We dive into: -Learning grounded and practical ways to manifest (no spiritual bypassing!) -Understanding that you won't harvest the same day you plant the seed -Utilizing the Hakomi Sensitivity Cycle -Practices for expansion -How bringing in more money goes back to cycles again and again -More practical tips & exercises Jen has been kind enough to gift you a coupon for 50% off of anything in her online store. This includes half off of Jen's "Money Mastery Program" worth $295. Use code "PODCAST" at checkout: https://jenalycoaching.com/course-list/. Jen Aly supports creative and holistic entrepreneurs to create, grow, & optimize thriving businesses. Her unique framework is vision led, guided by the creative process, and focuses on cultivating prosperity and growth mindsets. She teaches marketing, sales, and financial skills in ways that are genuine, practical, leveraged, and fun. She is founder of the virtual MBA Academy community membership program. Her TEDx talk, "Harness Creativity as your Greatest Business Asset" was among the 10% of TEDx talks chosen for TED.com. A coach since 2003, she also geeks out on art, wellness, and travel. You can find more at her website.