Ep. 2: Chronic Illness & Emotional Trauma – Zac Russell on Healing Heart Disease & Crohn’s

Episode 2 of Your Health Reclaimed Podcast continues the deep dive into how our inner stories shape our health and healing. Dr. Brad Montagne and Zac Russell reveal surprising examples of how emotional narratives can manifest as chronic illness. Zac shares powerful case studies: a woman who lived with heart disease for a decade and a man battling Crohn’s disease – both found dramatic relief by rewriting the stories they told themselves. These accounts illustrate how fear-based beliefs and subconscious narratives can turn into real illness if left unchecked.They also explore concepts like present-moment awareness versus constant mental chatter and the practice of trust and letting go – using vivid analogies such as a Mexico sunset meditation and communicating with horses. Through these metaphors, Zac shows how resistance and unresolved emotions become “heavy backpacks” that burden the body. Listeners will learn why modern medicine often overlooks mind-body connections, and how simply becoming aware of subconscious pain can begin to shift your physiology toward healing.Guest Spotlight: Zac Russell is a mental health and trauma transformation coach who guides people to dissolve fear-based narratives and heal holistically. His work focuses on subconscious mind reprogramming and emotional wellness.Host: Dr. Brad Montagne is a naturopathic physician and founder of Your Health Reclaimed, dedicated to uncovering the root causes of chronic illness through natural, mind-body approaches. He brings decades of experience helping clients overcome anxiety, depression, autoimmune issues, and other chronic conditions by addressing root traumas and lifestyle.Key takeaways:Become aware of your internal story to break its grip on your body.Letting go of resistance and staying present can unlock healing in mind and body.Real-life success stories (heart disease and Crohn’s recovery) show that shifting your mindset can eliminate even long-term chronic conditions.The past only has the power you give it when you live in awareness.Episode highlights: The difference between telling a story and living in reality; Zac’s powerful insight during a Mexico sunset; the horse-communication metaphor for trust; how psychological resistance can turn into physical disease; plus the inspiring healing stories of patients who transformed their health by changing their narratives.If you’re feeling trapped by chronic illness, anxiety, or past trauma, this episode offers hope and practical wisdom.Resources & CTAs:Visit healthfullyu.com to explore Dr. Brad Montagne’s healing programs and holistic treatments.Reach out to Zac Russell via Linktree or email [email protected] for guidance in trauma recovery and subconscious healing.Subscribe to Your Health Reclaimed, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Every step toward awareness is a step toward reclaiming your health, and it starts now.