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Dec 2, 2025 1 hr 16 min

MDOT with Karen Canham

from Modern Day Overthinker

In this raw and practical episode (recorded 11/15/25), holistic wellness coach Karen Ann Canham shares her journey from severe eating disorder and residential treatment to leaving a 10-year corporate career to coach full-time. We dive deep into why high-achievers and sensitive souls keep cycling between burnout and collapse, and how somatic experiencing, nervous-system regulation, and parts-work therapy (IFS) finally break that pattern when traditional talk therapy falls short. Karen explains the vagus nerve in plain language, demonstrates simple 30-second vagus nerve resets you can use anywhere, unpacks the "stoplight" model of stress states, and reveals how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and hyper-achievement are actually intelligent protective parts trying to keep you safe. We also cover: The real difference between coaching and therapy (and when you need which) Why chronic stress shows up as autoimmune issues, anxiety, depression, and gut problems How to know if you're ready for body-based work vs needing clinical support Why none of us are ever "completely healed" – and why that's okay If you struggle with overthinking, perfectionism, burnout, or feeling emotionally dysregulated – this episode is for you. Learn more about Karen: karenannwellness.com

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