In this episode, Amy Southorn of Root Cause Healing, bridges the worlds of science and spirituality to shed light on chronic fatigue, mold toxicity, and Lyme disease. With a rich blend of evidence-based insights and intuitive wisdom, Amy shares her personal healing journey and offers guidance for navigating these complex health challenges.
Amy shares about the science and somatic factors of chronic fatigue like mitochondrial dysfunction, immune imbalances, and systemic inflammation play a role, alongside the emotional toll of the condition. Amy also shares about mold toxicity and environmental illness healing through unpacking the hidden dangers of mold, ways to identify exposure, and protocols for detoxification, supported by both cutting-edge research and energetic clearing techniques. We also discuss Lyme Disease and the layers of physical, emotional, and spiritual healing required to confront this elusive illness. Amy highlights the role of trauma, stress, and belief systems in chronic illness, emphasizing practices like mindfulness, somatic therapy, and energy work to support recovery. We also discuss the importance of integrating clinical treatments, supplements, limbic, somatic and spiritual practices, such as breathwork and meditation, for a holistic approach to wellness.
Amy’s approach resonates deeply with those who seek a balanced path to healing, where the empirical and the experiential coexist. As an advocate for integrative health and wellness, specializing in chronic illness recovery with a unique blend of scientific expertise and spiritual insight, Amy shares her personal battles with chronic fatigue syndrome, mold toxicity, and Lyme Disease and dedicates her life to empowering others to heal and thrive, along with implementing more joy and laughter.
If you would like to learn more about Amy Southorn and her work you can visit her Instagram, amylouisesouthorn, and website: https://amylouisesouthorn.com/
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