Reducing Inflammation Activates Neuroplasticity

Elizabeth Yarnell introduces Ellen Daulerio who shares a unique health perspective from her time in Japan. Ellen discusses her health challenges after returning to the US and how neuroplasticity aided her recovery. The episode discusses chronic stress physiology, chronic illness as a repeated memory, and the emotional impact on physical health. Ellen highlights the importance of safety signals, the influence of internal stories, and shares a simple exercise for managing pain and anxiety. The discussion covers the pitfalls of a "fix it" mindset, offering strategies to soften it, and concludes with insights on thriving versus surviving.