65. Symptoms Are Signals: My Journey from Breakdown to Breakthrough

Have you ever felt like your body is betraying you? Maybe it’s migraines, fatigue, anxiety, mood swings, or digestive issues that just won’t go away—no matter what diet, supplement, or protocol you try.I know that feeling all too well. In 2020, as a brand-new nurse on a high-acuity COVID floor, my body completely broke down. I was unraveling under the stress, getting up to 25 migraines a month, barely sleeping, and starting to believe I had ruined my life by becoming a nurse.But that rock-bottom moment led me to a truth that changed everything: your symptoms are not failures—they’re signals.In this episode, I share my personal story of collapse, discovery, and healing. You’ll learn:Why symptoms like migraines, fatigue, and anxiety aren’t random—they’re messages from your body.The missing piece in our conventional medical model when it comes to chronic conditions.How functional nutrition helped me get to the root causes instead of masking symptoms.Why healing isn’t about quick fixes or “trying harder,” but about tuning in to your body’s wisdom.If you’ve been feeling exhausted, bloated, on edge, or just not like yourself lately—this episode is for you.✨ Resources mentioned in this episode:Grab my free guide: Exhausted, Bloated, On Edge? This Might Be WhyBook a free Clarity and Relief Session: rachelcartarn.com/scheduleConnect with me:Website: rachelcartarn.comInstagram: @rachelcartarnIf this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend who needs to hear that they are not broken.