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Breaking Free from Toxic Wellness Culture

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In this episode, Grace explores the delicate balance between wellness culture and the principles of Health At Every Size (HAES) and eating disorder recovery. She shares personal experiences and challenges, highlighting the potential toxicities within wellness culture such as the pursuit of perfection. Emphasizing self-compassion, intuitive eating, and the importance of rest and joy, Grace offers actionable tips for finding a real balance in self-care practices. The episode advocates for a personalized, stress-free approach to health, focusing on nourishment of mind, body, and soul.

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How to stop catastrophizing

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This episode of the Heal with Grace podcast delves into the concept of catastrophising and its impact on anxiety and chronic pain. I explain how negative thought patterns can exacerbate pain and offer strategies to break this cycle, such as checking the facts of negative thoughts, naming underlying emotions, and retraining the brain to view pain as safe. Through personal anecdotes and practical tools, listeners are encouraged to practice self-compassion and mindfulness to facilitate healing. The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to seek support and guidance on their healing journey.

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Understanding Burnout

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In this episode of the Heal with Grace podcast, I share a personal and raw life update regarding my own experience with burnout. I highlights the physical, psychological, and spiritual implications of burnout and how it can stealthily disrupt one's life. I also delve into my personal struggles, the emotional toll of major life transitions like divorce, and my journey through mold toxicity as the tipping point for health issues. I candidly discusses the normalisation of being overly tired, the resultant negative impacts on the nervous system, and my existential reflections during this period, including questioning my own professional authenticity. The episode underscores the importance of self-compassion, nervous system regulation, and emotional awareness in overcoming burnout. Despite the challenges, I demonstrate how resilience and proper tools can guide one through and out of burnout, encouraging listeners to approach their healing journey with grace and understanding.

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Healing Body Visualization + Meditation

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In this special episode of the 'Heal with Grace' podcast, Grace guides listeners through a healing body visualisation practice designed to help them reconnect with their bodies and activate their innate healing potential. The episode emphasises the powerful connection between mind and body, and how visualisation can shift mindsets, calm the nervous system, and promote overall health. Listeners are encouraged to find a quiet, comfortable space and engage in a guided meditation that illuminates the body's systems with vibrant light, fostering a state of rest, repair, and healing. In addition, Grace discusses the benefits of the Mind-Body Healing Method program, available at a discounted rate, which offers further support for managing symptoms and overcoming anxiety, chronic pain, and fatigue.

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Nervous System Regulation Tools for daily routine

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In this episode of the 'Heal With Grace' podcast, host Grace dives into the importance of nervous system regulation and shares practical tools and techniques to help listeners manage chronic anxiety, fatigue, pain, and more. Grace emphasises the need for a balanced routine and discusses the benefits of grounding, morning movement, sensory breaks, and setting boundaries. She also introduces her self-paced course, the Mind Body Healing Method, designed to make these principles more accessible. The episode is packed with actionable advice, encouraging listeners to create small, intentional habits to promote healing and well-being.

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Mindfulness + Psychedelics for Healing with Mike Averill

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In this episode of the Heal with Grace podcast, clinical social worker Mike Averill discusses the integration of mindfulness, meditation, and psilocybin in therapeutic practices. Mike explores the significance of these tools in addressing chronic pain, anxiety, and trauma, sharing insights from his own journey and clinical experiences. He breaks down how mindfulness and somatic practices help change one's relationship with pain, highlighting the role of neural input and the brain's appraisal in pain perception. Mike also delves into the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin, emphasising its ability to enhance neuroplasticity and reduce psychological rigidity, providing a transformative approach to healing. The episode concludes with practical advice for those considering psilocybin therapy and the importance of balance in overall well-being.

Links mentioned in episode:

Dr. Lorimer Moseley

Mindfulness and chronic pain

Psychedelics reducing psychological rigidity (REBUS model)

Psychedelics increasing neuroplasticity: https://www.science.org/doi/full/10.1126/science.adf0435

https://www.cell.com/cell-reports/fulltext/S2211-1247(18)30755-1

Psychedelics and inflammation


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www.pnwintegrativecenter.com

@pnwintegrativecenter

info@pnwintegrativecenter.com 

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The Art of Saying No: Boundaries as a Tool for Healing

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In this episode of the Heal With Grace podcast, host Grace Secker discusses the importance of setting boundaries and the power of saying no, especially for those dealing with chronic conditions like fatigue, pain, and depression. Grace explains how constantly saying yes and people-pleasing can negatively impact mental and physical health, and offers practical tips for learning to say no compassionately. This episode is a deep dive into understanding and protecting your energy to improve your well-being.

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The Power of Belief: Can Your Mind Really Heal Your Body?

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In this episode of the Heal with Grace podcast, host Grace, a psychotherapist and nervous system coach, explores the profound impact of the mind-body connection and the power of beliefs on physical health. Through compelling stories, research, and practical tips, Grace highlights how positive thoughts and visualization can lead to real, measurable improvements in health. The episode provides insights into the placebo effect, the role of psychoneuroimmunology, and the importance of positive affirmations, visualization, and gratitude in the healing process.

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Top 3 personality characteristics keeping you sick

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In this episode of the Heal with Grace podcast, host Grace Secker delves into the top three personality traits that hinder individuals on their healing journeys: perfectionism, people-pleasing, and self-criticism. Grace explains how these traits can perpetuate chronic mind and body symptoms like anxiety, chronic pain, and illness. With personal anecdotes and practical advice, she encourages listeners to recognise these traits, embrace imperfection, set boundaries, and practice self-compassion to foster a more supportive environment for healing. Join Grace as she offers insights and actionable steps to guide you towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.

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