The Emotional Aftermath of a Diagnosis: Living in the Now When the Future Feels Scary

Lauren shares her latest achalasia update, including learning her esophagus is functioning at 10%. The surprising part? She wasn’t shocked…but everyone else was. This episode unpacks why her calm made sense, why others panicked, and how to stay grounded when people project their fears onto your journey. Stef also reflects on similar reactions during her fertility path.In this episode, we explore:• Why Lauren felt peace while others reacted with fear• How mindset and nervous-system work shaped her response• Why loved ones often jump to worst-case scenarios• How to stay anchored in your truth after hard news• Navigating chronic illness, fertility updates, and emotional projections“Let people love you — but don’t let their fear become yours.”We are officially Cozy Earth obsessed. Their bamboo sheets, towels, and loungewear are next-level soft — true luxury comfort.✨ Get 41% off (their biggest discount anywhere!) with code IGG at CozyEarth.com. Plus: free shipping over $50, a 100-night sleep trial, and a 10-year warranty.If you want even more behind-the-scenes moments, early announcements, or fun extras, make sure to join our email list here:https://balanced-brook-47113.myflodesk.com/ivegotgutspodcast.Please Make sure to follow us on our social media pages to stay up to date:www.facebook.com/ivegotgutspodcastwww.instagram.com/ivegotgutspodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@IveGotGutsPodcastListen to the Podcast Worldwide:iHeart Radiohttps://iheart.com/podcast/238278766/Apple Podcastshttps://tr.ee/SO0cSiSBvPSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/31w8bdwasutxCGCMhhYYh5?si=eCtax030QY-qTxqu92Sx3wAmazon Musichttps://music.amazon.it/podcasts/cd898f42-ddbf-4411-ad15-3a5c1a44d4f5/i've-got-gutsRSShttps://rss.com/podcasts/ivegotgutsDeezerhttps://deezer.com/show/1001406291Pandorahttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/ive-got-guts/PC:1001094893