Podcasts by Unleash Your Healing Potential
Within each of our bodies is a tremendous healing potential.
Just like our bodies know how to heal when we cut ourselves, they also know how to heal bigger health issues, many of which we are led to believe by Western medicine are "permanent."
However, sometimes things like trauma, stress, and environmental factors get in the way of that healing. Thus to truly heal, we need to find ways to unleash that healing potential again.
The show covers a variety of topics-- from mindset in healing, to stories of those who have healed from health issues labelled permanent by Western medicine, to interviews with guest experts who have knowledge outside of Lyn's expertise, to talking about some of the latest research into how our bodies work. Everything is focused on helping YOU to unleash the potential your body has to heal itself!
This podcast was formerly called "You Are Not Your Diagnosis" but has been changed to a new name to broaden the focus beyond just chronic illness related topics.
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From Suffering to Thriving with Kathy Harmon-Luber from 2023-06-02T14:56
In this episode, Lyn interview Kathy Harmon-Luber about her journey to heal from multiple healing crises included several autoimmune diseases and a debilitating back issue that...
ListenWhat I Learned About Joy and Listening to My Body from Being Bedridden with Dawn Renee from 2023-05-19T14:30
In this episode, Lyn interviews Dawn Renee who shares a story of how she became bedridden and unable to walk for 30 days. From an early age, Dawn had struggled with a wide variety of health issu...
ListenWhat I Learned from My Healing Journey with Breast Cancer with Roseanna Croft from 2023-05-05T15:55
In this episode, Lyn interviews Roseanna Croft about her journey to heal from breast cancer. She shares about how through meditation and the power of the mind, she was able to heal much more rap...
ListenHealing From Kidney Failure and the Power of Craniosacral Therapy from 2023-04-21T15:42
In this episode, Lyn interviews Etienne Peirsman who shares his story of being in almost complete kidney failure after a staph infection. He talks about his near death experience and how stillne...
ListenWhat 2 Suicide Attempts Taught Me About Finding Joy in Life with Susan Michel from 2023-04-07T13:49
In this episode, Lyn interview Susan Michel who shares her story of being a 2-time suicide survivor. Susan talks about what made her want to commit suicide and what pulled her back to choosing t...
ListenThe Upside of Anger? from 2023-03-30T21:02
Many of us have been taught that anger is bad, that we shouldn't get angry, and often we feel unsafe expressing anger.
In this episode, Lyn talks about how there is actually a healthy exp...
ListenHealing from Eating Disorders and Hypothalamic Amenorrhea with Amy Oldfield from 2023-03-24T13:51
In this episode, Lyn interviews Amy Oldfield about her journey to heal from eating disorders and hypothalamic amenorrhea. Amy shares more about how she changed her diet and exercise routines, as...
ListenHow I Went from Whole Body Numbness and MS to Traveling the World with Alise Saunders from 2023-03-10T16:02
In this episode, Lyn interviews Alise Saunders about her amazing healing journey from suffering with MS (including almost full body numbess), intestinal issues, and more to how she now is a digi...
ListenHow I Healed My Sciatica Naturally with Barbara Farfan from 2023-02-24T15:57
In this episode, Lyn interviews Barbara Farfan about how she healed her sciatic naturally while stuck in a small town in Mexico on lockdown in 2020 during the Covid pandemic.
Barbara shar...
ListenWhy Focusing on Healing Your Physical Body Isn't Working from 2023-02-17T16:42
In this short episode, Lyn talks about why you might have tried many different supplements, protocols, and dietary changes to address your health issues and yet you are still struggling with sym...
ListenHealing from People Pleasing with Heidi Gustafson from 2023-02-10T13:29
In this episode, Lyn speaks with Heidi Gustafson about her journey to heal her life long issue with people pleasing. Heidi shares how she realized she was a people pleaser at the end of her thir...
ListenThe Nocebo Effect: What Is It and Why You Should Know About It? from 2023-02-02T17:22
You might be aware of the placebo effect but have you heard of the nocebo effect?
In this episode, Lyn talks about what the nocebo effect is and how it can play a role in whether you are ...
ListenHow I Healed from Ankylosing Spondylitis with Bea Caillet from 2023-01-27T14:03
In this interview, Lyn talks with Bea Caillet who shares her story of healing from ankylosing spondylitis through dietary changes and stress reduction. After several years on medication, Bea tal...
ListenThe #1 Thing That Might Be Blocking Your Ability to Heal from 2023-01-20T18:21
In this episode, Lyn shares why you may have tried taking many supplements and remedies, done various protocols, seen many practitioners and tried lots of healing approaches and yet you still ar...
ListenHealing from Breast Cancer with Stacy Yardley from 2023-01-13T23:21
In this episode, Lyn interviews Stacy about her journey over the past year to heal from breast cancer and what she learned about herself and what it takes to heal in that process.
Some to...
ListenHow I Healed from Severe Chronic Pain and Other Mystery Symptoms with Cassidy Chapman from 2022-12-29T22:08
In this interview, Lyn talks to Cassidy Chapman who shares her story of how she healed from severe chronic pain symptoms, drastic weight weight gain, and a host of other "mysterious" symptoms. Listen
How I Healed from Crohn's Disease with Hilary Phelps from 2022-12-16T16:42
In this episode, Lyn interview Hilary Phelps about her journey to heal from Crohn's disease. Hilary shares how after trying dietary approaches, she finally found success with Chinese medicine an...
ListenHow Your Subconscious Is Sabotaging Your Ability to Change from 2022-12-08T21:54
Have you ever struggled to change a habit or behavior and seemed to constantly fall back into your old patterns? If this sounds familiar then this episode will help you understand WHY this is th...
ListenHealing from Breast Implant Illness with Stacey Trapanese from 2022-12-02T18:02
Lyn interviews Stacey Trapanese about her experience with healing from breast implant illness and Stacey shares more about what she learned from her experience with this health journey.
I...
ListenGratitude Meditation from 2022-11-23T15:20
Since it is Thanksgiving week in the US, I wanted to share a short gratitude meditation with you. Gratitude is a powerful practice that can support our health and well-being in so many ways and ...
ListenHow I Healed My Chronic Digestive Issues with Kira Whitham from 2022-11-18T15:18:48
In this episode, Lyn interviews Kira Whitham, who shares her story of how she healed from digestive issues that began as a child and plagued her into her 20s. Kira also shares how her husband he...
ListenWhy Counting Calories Doesn't Work for Weight Loss from 2022-11-10T21:33
In this episode, Lyn talks about why the "science" behind counting calories is flawed and leads us to feel like we are failures when we don't see results. Lyn shares more accurate science about ...
ListenHow I healed from IBS, thyroid issues, depression and anxiety with Sophie Shepherd from 2022-10-27T17:00
In this episode, Lyn interviews Sophie Shepherd about how she healed from a number of health issues, including IBS, thyroid imbalances, anxiety and depression. Sophie shares how she experienced ...
ListenEmotions and Healing: Why You Need to Feel It to Heal It from 2022-10-13T18:45
In this episode, Lyn shares more about how in her own story of her misdiagnosis with leukemia not addressing her emotions and traumas led her to a dark depression and mental breakdown.
Sh...
ListenHow I Healed from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with Kate O'Riordan from 2022-09-23T16:00:53
In this episode, Lyn interviews Kate O'Riordan about her journey to heal from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome which she was diagnosed with in her early 20s.
Kate shares about how she used nutrit...
ListenThe Importance of Finding the Right Practitioner for You from 2022-09-09T17:22:21
In this episode, Lyn shares a story of her experience recently establishing care with a new doctor in Arizona and the importance of finding someone who listens to you, treats you as a partner, a...
ListenHow I Healed My Rheumatoid Arthritis with Jane Hogan from 2022-08-26T15:08:57
In this episode, Lyn interviews Jane Hogan, who shares her story of how she healed from her crippling rheumatoid arthritis without the use of medications. Jane shares about the role of diet and ...
ListenWhat is Hypnosis and How Can It Help Me Heal? from 2022-08-13T23:00:25
In this episode, Lyn talks about why hypnosis is, how it helps you to access and reprogram your subconscious mind to help create change in your life and health, as well as dispelling myths and m...
ListenHow Herbalism, Energy Healing and Breathwork Helped Me Heal with Amy Stein from 2022-07-29T15:00:15
As part of a new series for the podcast, Lyn is interviewing those with inspiring stories of how they took charge of their health and healing.
Today, Lyn interviews Amy Stein who is an he...
ListenBecoming the Hero of My Health Story... And How You Can Become Your Own Hero Too! from 2022-07-11T17:22:01
It's been quite awhile since I recorded any podcasts and I've felt inspired recently to reboot the podcast.
In this episode, I start with my why and my story of how I became the hero of m...
ListenConnection to Peace and Love Guided Meditation from 2020-10-27T18:44:38
It has been quite awhile since I've released an episode as 2020 has at times been a bit overwhelming. I'm hoping to resume new episodes soon but please listen to this beautiful guided meditation...
ListenIn Honor of Those Who Have Lost Their Lives Due to Racial Injustice from 2020-06-04T18:03:06
This episode is dedicated to all the people of color who have lost their lives through police violence and injustice, as well as all other victims of racial injustice.
This episode is par...
ListenThe Power of Our Minds and How They Affect Our Health from 2020-05-28T18:28:57
In this episode, Lyn talks about how the thoughts we think and the emotions we feel are affecting our body on a cellular and genetic level. This is particularly an important topic to be aware of...
ListenWhat COVID-19 Is Revealing About the Limits of Western Medicine from 2020-05-20T18:19:57
In this week's episode of the show, Lyn talks more about her thoughts on what the current global spread of COVID-19 has been revealing about the limitations of the Western medical system.
Creating Routine in Uncertain Times with Lael Petersen from 2020-04-30T14:00
In this episode, Lyn is joined by a guest, Lael Petersen to talk about ways to create some structure and routine in this time where we find ourselves living at home with our daily lives changed ...
ListenSupporting Immune Health in the Times of COVID from 2020-04-22T19:40:55
During this global pandemic, supporting our immune systems is particularly critical. In this episode, Lyn talks about some simple ways to focus on supporting your immune health every day.
Supporting Your Mental Health During the Current Pandemic with Mimi Cogswell, LPC from 2020-04-11T19:16:06
This week, I was joined by my friend, Mimi Cogswell, who is a mental health therapist in Oregon City.
We talked about ways to help support yourself in dealing with the stress, anxiety, an...
ListenInner Peace Meditation from 2020-04-02T14:00
In the challenging times we find ourselves living in with the COVID-19 virus around the globe, one of the ways I feel I can best support you is to continue to offer new guided meditations for yo...
ListenKindness and Self-Compassion During This Time of Uncertainty with Lisa Tongel from 2020-03-26T14:00
In this episode, Lyn speaks with Lisa Tongel, an acupuncturist, who first shares a little of her own story of how she fell in love with acupuncture and got into her profession and then they dive...
ListenMeditation to Support Your Immune System and Collective Healing from 2020-03-20T16:36:11
In this time of uncertainty, we need all the support we can get. This week's episode is simply an audio version of a guided meditation and intention practice I am leading people through on a wee...
ListenSelf-Care for Challenging Times from 2020-03-12T14:00
In this episode of the show, Lyn shares her own current experience with feeling the energy of collective fear and panic around the Coronavirus and shares more about what she has been doing to he...
ListenReleasing Fear and Supporting Your Immune System from 2020-03-05T15:00
This week's episode of the show is a guided meditation that Lyn has created to help you release fear, panic and anxiety that you might be experiencing due to the current spread of the Coronaviru...
ListenThe Power of Your Subconscious Mind with Guest Mary Lou Rodriguez from 2020-02-27T15:00
In today's episode, Lyn is joined by a special guest, Mary Lou Rodriguez, who is a master hypnotist. In the conversation, Mary Lou shares her story of how she discovered hypnotherapy and became ...
ListenWhy Do We Self-Sabotage? How Do We Stop Doing It? from 2020-02-20T15:00
In this episode of the podcast, Lyn talks about a variety of reasons that we can fall into the trap of self-sabotage when we are making positive changes in our lives. This episode explores how o...
ListenSelf-Care: Myths and Challenges from 2020-02-13T15:00
In this episode, Lyn explores common ideas about what self-care is and how we can broaden our definition and understanding of self-care. While many see self-care as getting a massage, pedicure, ...
ListenThe Danger of the Glorification of Productivity from 2020-02-06T15:00
In this episode of the show, Lyn talks about how we live in a society that over glorifies productivity and “getting stuff done” above the health and well-being of our bodies. While this is the p...
ListenResponding to Stress Differently Part 2 from 2020-01-30T15:00
In this episode, Lyn follows up on the episode released 12/19/19 which talked about a different way to respond to stress. In this episode, Lyn explores the "Tend and Befriend" response to stress...
ListenHow Many Days Do You Feel Less Than 100%? from 2020-01-23T15:00
This episode was inspired by a conversation I had with a new client last week about how many days she feels "sub par." It inspired me to talk more about this subject as I see this as a common pa...
ListenWhy You Might be Struggling to Lose Weight from 2020-01-14T23:08:31
In this episode, Lyn shares her journey of losing over 25 pounds in the past year, as well as discussing her lifelong challenge with weight loss.
In addition to sharing her own story, Lyn...
ListenHealing Autoimmune Disease and a Traumatic Brain Injury with Katie Taylor-Reid from 2020-01-09T15:00
In this episode, Lyn interviews a colleague of hers who shares her story of healing from a traumatic brain injury, autoimmune disease, and major food allergies using the BodyTalk system.
...
ListenThe Gut-Brain and Your Health from 2020-01-02T20:00
In this episode, Lyn talks about how we have a second brain in our gut and what exactly this brain DOES for us. Learn more about how it helps with our feelings of happiness and satisfaction, how...
ListenSetting Intentions for the New Year from 2019-12-26T16:00
In this episode, Lyn discusses the difference between New Year's Resolutions and intentions and why she recommends the intention approach to resolutions.
After explaining the difference, ...
ListenResponding to Stress Differently from 2019-12-19T16:00
In this week's episode, Lyn dives into how newer research indicates there are actually more than 1 types of response to stress! While for years we've known about the fight-or-flight response, we...
ListenRelaxation for the Holidays from 2019-12-12T15:00
This episode of the show is a little bit different. Because December is a month that is filled with lots of busy-ness, overwhelm and at times stress, Lyn wanted to create a guided meditation for...
ListenThe Role of Nutrition in Addressing Chronic Illness from 2019-12-05T16:00
In this episode, Lyn interviews Megan Barnett, a functional nutritionist, about the role that diet and nutrition play in healing from chronic illness.
Some of the topics we discussed were...
ListenHow Does Gratitude Impact Your Heath? from 2019-11-27T16:00
It's Thanksgiving week here in the US and in this episode, Lyn talks more about what actually happens in your body physiologically when you focus on gratitude.
From boosts of dopamine and...
ListenThe Connection Between Your Microbiome and Autoimmune Disease from 2019-11-21T16:00
In this episode, Lyn talks about what the microbiome is and some interesting research in the past decade on the connection between imbalances in the microbiome and autoimmune diseases.
In...
ListenWhat Makes It So Hard to Make Healthy Changes? from 2019-11-14T16:00
In this episode, Lyn explains how our biology (especially our brains) have been hard-wired for thousands of years to view changes in our behavior as dangerous and threatening to our survival. Th...
ListenCould Your Emotions Be Causing Your Physical Symptoms? from 2019-11-07T16:00
In this week's episode, Lyn talks about the connection between unprocessed emotions and physical symptoms and illness. If you've ever had a pain in an area that felt like it came "out of the blu...
ListenThe Connection Between Trauma and Illness from 2019-10-31T19:18:10
In this week's episode, Lyn explores the connection between traumatic experiences and developing illness. We dive into what happens to the body under chronic stress or after trauma, how that aff...
ListenWhy Band-Aid Solutions Don't Work for True Healing from 2019-10-25T19:50:14
In this episode, Lyn talks about the paradigm that Western medicine is based on, which leads to the tendency to focus on treatments that don't really heal the issues at the root but instead just...
ListenMake Your One Life Count from 2019-10-21T17:39:58
In this episode, Lyn shares an interview that she recorded in April with her dear friend Annabel Fisher. Annie was diagnosed with Stage 4 ovarian cancer and went through the experience of being ...
ListenHow Do I Best Support My Loved One Who Is Dealing with Chronic Illness? from 2019-10-10T15:00
Today's episode is specifically for those of you out there who might have a loved one (partner, spouse, child, friend) who is living with chronic illness and you have ideas, suggestions and reso...
ListenCan Being an Empath or Highly Sensitive Person Make You Sick? from 2019-10-03T15:00
In this episode, Lyn is joined by her friend and colleague, Laura Rowe, to talk about what it means to be an empath, Laura's own story of discovering that she is an empath, and the connection be...
ListenYour Genes Are Not Your Destiny from 2019-09-26T15:00
In this week's episode, Lyn explores the fascinating topic of the scientific field of epigenetics (genetic expression) and how we have much more control over our health than we were led to belie...
ListenDoing Healthcare Differently from 2019-09-19T16:00
In this episode, Lyn speaks with Andrea Arledge about her experience with Type I diabetes and being diagnosed with that health condition at 15.
Andrea shares her story of how her diagnosi...
ListenHow Wanting Someone to "Fix You" Might Be Blocking Your Healing from 2019-09-12T15:00
In this episode, Lyn talks about how thinking that someone can "fix us" when we are sick is a major block to the healing process.
This episode is a deep dive into how we put doctors and p...
ListenYour Body Is Talking... Are You Listening? from 2019-09-05T15:00
In this episode, Lyn explores the topic of how to listen to your body when it speaks to you through symptoms like pain and discomfort.
Rather than getting frustrated or irritated by sympt...
ListenWhat Does It Mean to NOT Be Your Diagnosis? from 2019-08-28T22:08:17
In this episode, Lyn dives into the topic of how to not become defined or identified by your diagnosis.
It is all too common and easy for us to feel like a chronic illness becomes our id...
ListenMy Story and My Why for This Podcast from 2019-08-23T22:53:12
In episode 1, I share more of my own journey from being told I had leukemia at age 25 to the death of my best friend the year after. I share how these two pivotal experiences shaped me and my he...
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