If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in a binge-restrict cycle, feeling anxious or fearful around food choices, experiencing disordered eating, or constantly trying to control your body, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Ashlyn from Heart-Led Wellness, a food freedom and nervous system coach who helps women heal these patterns by addressing the deeper root: nervous system dysregulation. We talk about how body image struggles and food fears often stem from the same chronic stress responses that drive gut issues, anxiety, and perfectionism. This conversation offers a compassionate lens on healing your relationship with food—and finding more peace in your body.

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Yep - I mean it! If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of elimination diets, supplement protocols, and stress management tools trying to heal your gut, but not getting the relief you want - this episode is for you.

In this foundational episode, I explain why these drastic measures often keep you stuck—and why true healing can’t happen without focusing on your nervous system. I’ll break down the digestive process, how the nervous system controls every step, and why chronic stress, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation are the real culprits behind persistent IBS and gut issues.

If you’re tired of the same old gut-healing approaches that only work temporarily, this is the most important episode you’ll listen to for your digestion and overall health.

Join the masterclass: Discover the Missing Piece to Break Free from the IBS-Stress Cycle

Find out more about my program, Gut-Brain Healing Toolkit.

Want to talk about working together? Book a free clarity call!

Take the free quiz: Gut Issues? Find Out If Your Nervous System Is The Cause!

If this resonated with you, be sure to let me know over on:

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In this episode, I’m opening up about the irony of teaching nervous system regulation while navigating my own experience with burnout. I share the pressures of running a business, holding space for others, and the constant grind to "prove" myself in a noisy online world. Together, we’ll explore how burnout impacts the body and nervous system through a Polyvagal lens, what it takes to move out of chronic stress and shutdown, and the parallels between building a business and embarking on a healing journey. Plus, I’ll share practical tools to support yourself through burnout, reconnect with your intuition, and create boundaries that honor your well-being. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, overworked, or like you’ve lost yourself in the process, this one’s for you.

Join the masterclass: Discover the Missing Piece to Break Free from the IBS-Stress Cycle

Find out more about my program, Gut-Brain Healing Toolkit.

Want to talk about working together? Book a free clarity call!

Take the free quiz: Gut Issues? Find Out If Your Nervous System Is The Cause!

If this resonated with you, be sure to let me know over on:

Instagram: @trustyourgut.health

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Email: hello@trustyourguthealth.com

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In this episode, we’re diving deep into the roots of IBS and chronic symptoms. While it’s common to associate the onset of symptoms with a particularly stressful time—like university or a major life event—there’s often more beneath the surface.

I’ll explore how acute stress can act as a trigger, but how deeper patterns, often developed earlier in life, set the stage for these symptoms to emerge.

We’ll cover:

• The difference between acute and chronic stress and their impacts on the body.
• How early-life experiences shape key systems like the gut-brain connection, vagal tone, and the stress response.
• Why intergenerational influences and unresolved patterns can make us more susceptible to chronic symptoms.
• Practical steps to start exploring and addressing these deeper patterns to support your healing journey.

If you’ve ever wondered why symptoms seem to "come out of nowhere" or felt stuck despite trying all the right things, this episode will help you better understand your body and the deeper layers of healing.

Join the masterclass: Discover the Missing Piece to Break Free from the IBS-Stress Cycle

Find out more about my program, Gut-Brain Healing Toolkit.

Want to talk about working together? Book a free clarity call!

Take the free quiz: Gut Issues? Find Out If Your Nervous System Is The Cause!

If this resonated with you, be sure to let me know over on:

Instagram: @trustyourgut.health

TikTok: @trustyourgut.health

Email: hello@trustyourguthealth.com

To find out more: www.trustyourguthealth.com

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In this episode, we dive into the hidden messages our bodies send through symptoms. Our bodies can’t speak to us directly, so they use sensations, emotions, and—sometimes the loudest of all—chronic symptoms to get our attention. While it’s normal to feel frustrated or defeated by persistent symptoms, I’m offering a fresh perspective: what if these symptoms are trying to tell us something? Tune in to hear a personal story of how I shifted my approach and discovered a powerful way to reconnect with my body for deeper healing.

Join the masterclass: Discover the Missing Piece to Break Free from the IBS-Stress Cycle

Find out more about my program, Gut-Brain Healing Toolkit.

Want to talk about working together? Book a free clarity call!

Take the free quiz: Gut Issues? Find Out If Your Nervous System Is The Cause!

If this resonated with you, be sure to let me know over on:

Instagram: @trustyourgut.health

TikTok: @trustyourgut.health

Email: hello@trustyourguthealth.com

To find out more: www.trustyourguthealth.com

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In this episode, Courtney from Self-Care Creature interviews ME! This was SUCH a fun conversation to have with a long time friend that truly covers ALL of the most important topics in the realm of gut-brain healing.

I share my personal journey of healing chronic gut issues like IBS through a unique approach that blends nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and nutritional therapy. I discuss how I overcame the limitations of traditional gut health protocols by addressing the deep-seated patterns in my own nervous system that were contributing to my symptoms. I provide insights into the importance of understanding your own nervous system, completing trauma responses, and developing resilience to find true, sustainable healing. I also emphasize the need to navigate scope of practice carefully when working with trauma and nervous system regulation, highlighting the importance of using correct language and ensuring proper training. This conversation offers a holistic perspective on gut-brain health that goes beyond just diet and supplements. It underscores the interconnectedness of the mind and body, and the transformative power of addressing underlying nervous system and trauma-related factors for lasting wellness.

Find out more about Courtney: https://www.instagram.com/selfcarecreature/

Join the masterclass: Discover the Missing Piece to Break Free from the IBS-Stress Cycle

Find out more about my program, Gut-Brain Healing Toolkit.

Want to talk about working together? Book a free clarity call!

Take the free quiz: Gut Issues? Find Out If Your Nervous System Is The Cause!

If this resonated with you, be sure to let me know over on:

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Email: hello@trustyourguthealth.com

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In this episode, we dive deep into the crucial role our nervous system plays in the gut-brain connection. Discover how the state of your nervous system affects digestion, mental health, and overall well-being. We'll explore the causes of nervous system dysregulation that lead to chronic symptoms and discuss why this understanding is vital for effective IBS healing. I also share insights on the limitations of common gut health recommendations and why your nervous system might be the missing piece to reclaiming your life from the IBS-stress cycle. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to uncover the deeper roots of their IBS and finally have long-lasting relief.

Join the masterclass: Discover the Missing Piece to Break Free from the IBS-Stress Cycle

Find out more about my program, Gut-Brain Healing Toolkit.

Want to talk about working together? Book a free clarity call!

Take the free quiz: Gut Issues? Find Out If Your Nervous System Is The Cause!

If this resonated with you, be sure to let me know over on:

Instagram: @trustyourgut.health

TikTok: @trustyourgut.health

Email: hello@trustyourguthealth.com

To find out more: www.trustyourguthealth.com

Please SUBSCRIBE, leave a review, and share this podcast with anyone you think may benefit! Thank you!

I haven't struggled with IBS symptoms for over 2 years now! That doesn't mean all my mind-body symptoms are completely gone, however, and I don't expect them to be.

Tune in for a totally honest discussion about the symptoms I am currently focused on healing and discover the strategies that have helped me along the way.

Join the masterclass: Discover the Missing Piece to Break Free from the IBS-Stress Cycle

Find out more about my program, Gut-Brain Healing Toolkit.

Want to talk about working together? Book a free clarity call!

Take the free quiz: Gut Issues? Find Out If Your Nervous System Is The Cause!

If this resonated with you, be sure to let me know over on:

Instagram: @trustyourgut.health

TikTok: @trustyourgut.health

Email: hello@trustyourguthealth.com

To find out more: www.trustyourguthealth.com

Please SUBSCRIBE, leave a review, and share this podcast with anyone you think may benefit! Thank you!