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Holy Hashimotos
by Lauren Gaona
This channel is a faith-based journey through Hashimoto’s disease, motherhood, and healing. Hosted by a licensed massage therapist, certified yoga teacher, health enthusiast, and Christian mama of two, it blends personal experience with biblical truth to offer encouragement for women seeking to honor God with their bodies and hearts while navigating the challenges of autoimmune illness, parenting, and everyday Christian living.
Episodes
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33. A Cookie and Some Cauliflower- Let's talk Balance! 11 of 25 Countdown to Christmas
When Christmas shows up with a platter of cookies and you can't say 'no'
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32. Forget Something? 10 of 25 Countdown to Christmas
Forgetfulness CAN be a blessing
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31. We Need Both Kinds of Personalities 9 of 25 Countdown to Christmas
We need the high energy peeps and the low energy ones too!
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30. Hit the Pause 8 of 25 Christmas Countdown
Mini Episode: Need a break?
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29. Joy for the Weary: 7 of 25 Countdown to Christmas
This episode explores the difference between worldly cheer and the deep, sustaining joy God offers- a joy made for the weary and hurting. Lauren encourages listeners to find gentleness, hope, and Emmanuel in the small moments, reminding us that joy is still possible even when we feel worn down.
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28. Slowing Down When the World is Speeding Up: 6 of 25 Countdown to Christmas
This episode is a gentle reminder that rest isn't failure- it's obedience, especially for those walking through autoimmune illnesses during the busy holiday season. Lauren discusses how slowing down creates space for God's peace to meet us right where we are.
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27. Finding Purpose in Pain: 5 of 25 Countdown to Christmas
When holiday plans collide with flare-ups and fatigue, it's easy to feel discouraged. In this episode, Lauren unpacks how God uses even our weakest moments for purpose, comfort, and deeper trust in Him.
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26. What Mary Teaches Us About Trusting God: 4 of 25 Christmas Countdown
Today we step into Luke chapter 1:26-38 and imagine what it must have been like for young Mary to face an unexpected and overwhelming message from God. Her courage, humility, and astonishing "yes" still speaks to our hearts today.
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25. Tiny Traditions, Big Memories: Episode 3 of 25 Christmas Countdown
This episode explores tiny, low-pressure Christmas traditions that fit real life - not the Pinterest version. Small moments matter and today we'll talk about how to make them intentional and magical.
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24. When Your Calendar Fills Up Faster Than Your Heart: Day 2 of 25 Countdown to Christmas
In today' s episode, we look at how quickly December fills up- and how easy it is to schedule ourselves right out of a meaniful Christmas. If you're craving a slower pace, more peace and more space for Jesus, this episode will help you gently reset your rhythm for the season.
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23. Simple, Sacred Christmas Day 1 of 25
In today's episode, we begin our 25-day Christmas countdown by slowing down and letting go of the pressure to create a perfect holiday. Discover why Christmas is more about presence (not PRESENTS) than perfection - and why Jesus came for the real, messy, everyday version of you.
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22. When Pleasing Everyone Pleases No One
A real, honest conversation about people-pleasing, impossible expectations , and the peace that comes when we stop chasing approval and start focusing on pleasing God.
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21. Lord, It's Me Again... Still Praying
A real-life look at long-term prayers, slow answers, and trying to not throw a pity party while God works underground.
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20. Grace Goes Both Ways
Feeling exhausted, low or just "off"? In this episode we talk about giving yourself grace, but also why giving others grace might matter even more. Through two powerful real-life scenarios, we explore how unseen struggles shape the way people move through the world and why compassion can change...
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19. Perfect Plan, Imperfect People
Thinking about starting something new, but feel totally unqualified? Same. Let's talk about what happens when you show up anyway and trust God with the details.
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18. Royal Identity Crisis
What if we truly believed we were sons and daughters of the King? In this episode, we talk about worth, kindness, and how our identity in God should change the way we see ourselves - and each other.
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17. Take a Nap! It's Biblical
Think naps are for lazy people? Think again! In this episode, we're diving into the science of sleep and what it has to do with the Sabbath. From brain detoxing to soul refreshing, learn why rest might just be the holiest thing you do all week.
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What is Hashimotos? Back to Basics
Understanding your diagnosis is the first step toward healing. In this episode, we explore what Hashimotos is, how it affects your body, and how faith can help you navigate the ups and downs of autoimmune life.
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Brain Fog Battle
If you've ever put your phone in the fridge or forgotten why you walked into a room, this one is for you! We're talking about autoimmune brain fog- what's going on, how to help it and how a little faith and humor go a long way when your brain is on vacation.
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You Are My Sunshine: We We Need Vitamin D
Do you feel like your energy is just missing that spark? Before you blame your thyroid or lack of coffee, check your vitamin D levels! Let's chat about how this tiny nutrient packs a big punch for those of us who suffer from autoimmune diseases and how God wired us to soak up both sunlight AND…
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Apostle Paul, Donuts and Doing the Opposite Anyway
Do you ever feel like you know exactly what you should be doing, but somehow end up doing the opposite? Same here. In this episode, I'm talking about Paul's struggle in Romans 7, my love-hate relationship with Cheerios and why God's grace is big enough to handle all our "oops" moments (even…
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Spiritually Stuck
Have you ever felt like you wanted to spend time with God, but you just don't know where to start? Today, we will talk about those "spiritually stuck" days, what it means to seek God in those quiet/ordinary days and how sometimes, the most powerful thing we can do is just show up.
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The Scoop on Poop
When I went gluten-free, I expected to feel a little less bloated but I was pleasantly surprised to have my entire digestive system come back to life! In this episode, we talk about why gluten can wreak havoc on your digestive system (especially with Hashimoto's), what healthy digestion really...
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Normal Labs But Still Hurting
Apparently, my thyroid labs are within "normal limits ". My body, however, strongly disagrees. In this episode, I talk about what happens when your results are "normal", your symptoms are not, and why the best medicine is a little faith (and maybe a gluten-free cookie).
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No Energy, No Eyebrows, No Problem
If you’ve ever noticed your eyebrows thinning out and thought, “Is this just me?” — you’re going to want to hear this one. We’re diving into why Hashimoto’s can cause eyebrow loss, what your thyroid is trying to tell you, and how to support your body (and your faith) while you heal. This episode…
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The Perfect Day to Start
We all love a “fresh start Monday,” right? But what if waiting for the perfect time is actually holding us back — from healing, from obedience, and from walking in faith? In this episode, I share what going gluten-free is teaching me about God’s timing (and my own procrastination), how obedience...
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Thy Bread Be Done (Hashimotos Edition)
It’s only Day Two of my gluten-free journey, and I’m learning more than just what’s in my food — I’m learning what it means to trust God with my health. In this episode, I talk about why gluten can affect those of us with Hashimoto’s, how it impacts the body, and why surrendering even small…
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Faith, Friends and Free Ice Cream
Some days, life hits hard- doctors disappoint, diets crash, and emotions run high. In this episode, I share a very real "Day One... Again" moment and the sweet reminder God gave me through the blessing of Christian friendship. Whether you're walking through a flare-up, frustration or just one of...
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Kind Words and Kingdom Work
In this episode, we talk about choosing kindness in a world that often feels anything but kind. From the power of our words to the small acts of encouragement that ripple farther than we realize, this conversation is all about spreading light — even on hard days. Together, we’ll explore how God…
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Nourished from the Inside Out
This episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned about the autoimmune protocol diet and how it reminds me that what we take in — whether food, media, or even the words we listen to — can nourish or drain us. God calls us to guard our hearts and our health, and this episode explores what that looks…
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Imperfect Recording, Perfect Grace
In this episode, Lauren opens up about the quiet battle of self-doubt and the enemy’s whispers that try to steal our purpose. From struggling with perfectionism and fear of failure to remembering a childhood verse—John 10:10—she shares how God uses even our insecurities for His glory. This is a...
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He Hears and He Cares
Sometimes, having an autoimmune disease can make you feel pretty isolated. You think no one understands your pain or frustration. But I know someone who does!
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Welcome!
Welcome to Holy Hashimotos: a podcast about finding joy, humor, and hope while living with Hashimoto’s and the chaos of everyday life. I’m Lauren — I’m a Christian mom of two beautiful girls, professional napper, and a woman on a mission to figure out how to feel better one day at a time. You’ll...
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He hears AND cares
Sometimes, having an autoimmune disease can make you feel pretty isolated. You think no one understands your pain or frustration. But I know someone who does!
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First Episode: Welcome!
Welcome to Holy Hashimotos: a podcast about finding joy, humor, and hope while living with Hashimoto’s and the chaos of everyday life. I’m Lauren — I’m a Christian mom of two beautiful girls, professional napper, and a woman on a mission to figure out how to feel better one day at a time. You’ll...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This channel is a faith-based journey through Hashimoto’s disease, motherhood, and healing. Hosted by a licensed massage therapist, certified yoga teacher, health enthusiast, and Christian mama of two, it blends personal experience with biblical truth to offer encouragement for women seeking to honor God with their bodies and hearts while navigating the challenges of autoimmune illness, parenting, and everyday Christian living.
HOSTED BY
Lauren Gaona
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This channel is a faith-based journey through Hashimoto’s disease, motherhood, and healing. Hosted by a licensed massage therapist, certified yoga teacher, health enthusiast, and Christian mama of two, it blends personal experience with biblical truth to offer encouragement for women seeking to...
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Holy Hashimotos is created and hosted by Lauren Gaona.
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