Limitless Ladies Network LLC - Eps 22- Collapsing Under Pressure: My Story of Overcoming Burnout

00:00 Introduction to the Limitless Ladies Network - Disclaimer: The podcast focuses on holistic wellness for women and offers educational content without professional advice. Listeners are advised to consult healthcare professionals before making any lifestyle changes. - Podcast Mission: To aid women in developing holistic self-care and exploring wellness to create balance in their lives. 00:36 Personal Story of Stress Collapse - Stress and Life Circumstances: The host shares a personal anecdote about collapsing from stress 10 years ago, highlighting her life as a single mother, rebuilding a home, and managing challenging relationships. - Episodes and Sought Medical Help: The host experienced blackout episodes, leading her to seek professional advice from a neurologist and chiropractor, emphasizing the effects of stress on physical health. 04:30 Medical Experiences - Neurologist Consultation: The first neurologist hastily diagnosed seizures and prescribed medication despite the host's noted allergies, revealing potential shortcomings in medical consultations. - Alternative Approach: Dissatisfaction with initial medical advice prompted the host to pursue holistic remedies and seek empathetic professional guidance. 07:08 Holistic Practices - Lifestyle Changes: The host adopted dietary adjustments, reduced caffeine intake, practiced meditation, journaling, and explored frequency music to improve sleep and reduce stress. - Impact of Stress Management: Over time, implementing holistic practices led to notable improvements without medical prescriptions, underscoring the significance of individualized wellness strategies. 11:57 Nervous System Insights - Polyvagal Theory: The host explores the concept of stress responses, including freeze states, which offer insight into how the nervous system manages trauma. - Stress Awareness: Recognizing stress signals such as upset stomach and frustration helps individuals respond appropriately, contributing to holistic well-being. ## Practical Stress Reduction Techniques - Daily Practices: Emphasizing the importance of exercise, singing, laughing, and nurturing social connections to stimulate the vagus nerve and foster mental health. - Additional Techniques: The host shares other stress relief methods, including cold water application, breath work, and meditation, promoting stability and calmness. 15:59 Conclusion and Empowerment - Body's Healing Capacity: The host encourages listeners to trust their ability to heal through attentive listening to their body's signals and adopting suitable wellness tools. - Community Support: The importance of community and shared experiences is highlighted, with an invitation to connect and support each other through the podcast network. For more insights and resources, connect with us: Join our mailing list at: https://limitlessladiesnetwork.com/sign-up Check out our events: https://limitlessladiesnetwork.com/events Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566008245164 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/limitless-ladies-network-llc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LimitlessLadiesNetwork-2thrive Podcast: https://limitlessladiesnetwork.podbean.com/ Disclaimers: Any products or information on this page are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This website is not a substitute for professional care.  Always consult your medical doctor regarding your medical care. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website. Please know that this website contains affiliate links. This means that should you click on certain links, and then subsequently purchase a product, I will receive a small commission. The price is exactly the same for you as it would be without the affiliate link. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualified purchases.  References: “How to Map Your Own Nervous Sytem: The Polyvagal Theory”, posted on March 22, 2020, Arianne Missimer https://themovementparadigm.com/how-to-map-your-own-nervous-sytem-the-polyvagal-theory/ Cleveland Clinic, Vagus Nerve, Last reviewed on 01/11/2022. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/22279-vagus-nerve Nicabm, “Mapping Your Nervous System’s Response to Trauma”, 2021, National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavior Medicine, https://www.nicabm.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/NICABM-InfoG-Mapping-the-Nervous-System-2-1-scaled.jpg