What Happens When You Finally Listen to Your Body? Kylie’s Journey of Misdiagnosis & Healing
When Kylie was 8 years old, she survived sexual abuse. She kept it hidden under layers of shame — and as the years passed, her body began to speak in louder and louder ways.Painful periods. Hormonal acne. Cysts. Fibroids. Missed diagnoses. Mood crashes. Gaslighting by health professionals. And yet… Kylie knew something wasn’t right.In this moving episode, she opens up about:How trauma, shame, and reproductive symptoms are deeply connectedHer turning point moment: being told she was “wasting everyone’s time” — only to discover she had 57 ovarian cystsWhy she stopped outsourcing her health and started listening inwardHer transition from disconnection to deep self-compassionHow joy and nervous system regulation became her medicine — from roller skating to Foo FightersThis one’s for every woman who’s ever been told she’s “just hormonal.” You’re not broken. And you’re not alone.Disclaimer: This episode shares lived experience, not medical advice. Always seek personalised support from a trusted healthcare provider.To learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-bookDiscover the WHY behind your symptoms with Test Your Fundamentals™ Hair Tissue Test: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/test-your-female-fundamentalsFollow & Connect with Dr Anthea Todd dr.antheatodd
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Facing Your Shadow: How to Transform Your Subconscious Patterns
In this powerful episode, Dr Anthea sits down with shadow work coach and trauma specialist Peter Isaia to explore the deep emotional roots behind the symptoms we often try to fix on the surface — from burnout and autoimmune issues to people-pleasing and self-doubt.If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “I’ve tried everything and nothing’s working,” this conversation offers a radical reframe. Together, they unpack why healing isn’t about being “better” — it’s about being honest with the parts of yourself you’ve been hiding.You’ll learn:Why unresolved emotional pain can show up as physical symptomsHow shame, fear, and identity wounds get stored in the bodyWhat “shadow work” really is — and how it can liberate stuck energyWhy self-healing starts with permission, not perfectionThis episode is honest, confronting, and wildly freeing — and it might be the missing piece in your healing journey.To learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-bookUnpack your symptoms with the Fundamentals™ framework. Explore our upcoming symptom series: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/symptomsFollow and connect with Dr Anthea Todd @dr.antheatodd and Pete Isaia @isaiacoaching https://isaiacoaching.com/
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My Skin Journey: I Didn't Think I Was Ever Going To Be Here
When your skin breaks out, it can feel like a fight you’re losing — more products, more restrictions, more protocols. But what if your skin isn’t the enemy? What if it’s trying to lead you somewhere?In this raw and personal solo episode, Dr. Anthea Todd opens up about her 7-year battle with painful hormonal acne — and what finally brought her lasting relief.You’ll hear:Why “normal” blood tests often miss the real problemHow stress, boundaries, and “should's” can show up on your skinThe functional testing that gave her new insight (and how it helped)The energetic shift that finally cleared her skin after years of trying everythingWhy your symptoms aren’t a problem to fix — but a compass guiding you homeWhether you’re struggling with acne, burnout, or any chronic symptom that won’t shift, this episode will help you reframe your body as your greatest ally — not your greatest obstacle.“The biggest thing that changed my skin wasn’t loving my breakouts. It was making loving decisions toward myself.” — Dr. Anthea ToddTo learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-bookDiscover the WHY behind your symptoms with Test Your Fundamentals™ Hair Tissue Test: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/test-your-female-fundamentalsUnpack your symptoms with the Fundamentals™ framework. Explore our upcoming symptom series: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/symptomsFollow & Connect with Dr Anthea Todd dr.antheatodd🎧 Listen now and start turning your symptoms into signals.
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Psoriasis, Stress & Self-Worth: The Body’s Silent Messages You Might Be Missing
After moving to a new country, starting a stressful job, and feeling completely alone, Vicky’s body responded in the loudest way possible—her skin flared up with full-body psoriasis. She tried everything conventional medicine could offer, but the real shift came when she stopped trying to fix her body… and started listening to it.In this episode, Vicky shares: ✔ How her body said “no” when she couldn’t ✔ The emotional root of chronic conditions like psoriasis ✔ Why quitting drinking and leaving her corporate job changed her skin ✔ What it means to actually hear your intuition ✔ A powerful exercise to begin reconnecting with your bodyHer story is a raw, relatable reminder that our bodies aren’t broken—they’re trying to help us heal.To learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-bookUnpack your symptoms with the Fundamentals™ framework. Explore our upcoming symptom series: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/symptomsDisclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and reflects one individual’s experience. Please seek appropriate medical or therapeutic support for your personal situation.
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Beyond Libido: The Secret to Unlocking True Desire
In this episode, Dr Anthea is joined by certified sex and embodiment educator Eleanor Hadley to explore the emotional, physical, and cultural layers of libido, desire, and sensuality. This is not your high school health class — it’s real talk on what pleasure actually looks like, and how to reclaim your connection with it.You’ll learn:Why “low libido” might not be a problem — and what it could actually be telling youThe difference between spontaneous vs responsive desire (and why this matters)How shame, stress, and resentment affect your desire and connectionThe power of pleasure mapping, boundaries, and self-inquiry in rekindling intimacyThis episode is part nervous system science, part sensual self-empowerment — and all about coming home to your body.To learn more about what is your body telling you, visit: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/Get the Best Selling Book - “What’s My Body Telling Me?” here: https://femalefundamentals.shop/products/whats-my-body-telling-me-paperback-bookUnpack your symptoms with the Fundamentals™ framework. Explore our upcoming symptom series: https://www.femalefundamentals.com.au/symptomsFollow and connect with Dr Anthea Todd @dr.antheatodd and Eleanor Hadley @eleanorhadley https://www.eleanorhadley.com/ - Receive 20% off Eleanors new course Lust & Libido with code 'FUNDAMENTALS'
Understand your body simply for women who feel dismissed in the medical system, overwhelmed in the wellness system, and stuck in symptoms. Hosted by best-selling author Dr. Anthea Todd, this first-of-its-kind show blends medical, functional, and energetic insights to help you decode your body, simply. Because knowing more isn’t the goal—feeling alive in your body is. Listen now and join the community of women all around the world creating real change by connecting to their body.
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