In this episode of What the Gut podcast, Allison welcomes Amanda Panacea, a holistic practitioner and licensed mental health counselor. Amanda shares her personal health journey, including her struggles with mold illness, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and emotional trauma. The conversation delves into Amanda's transformative healing process, discussing the importance of nervous system regulation, somatic experiences, and holistic approaches to chronic illness. They explore practical solutions for busy moms to manage fatigue, gut health, and overall wellness. Amanda highlights the significance of integrating modalities such as EMDR, theta healing, and bioenergetics to address root causes and improve health outcomes. Listeners are encouraged to adopt a holistic mindset, focusing on both emotional and physical well-being, to create sustainable health changes.

00:00 Introduction to What the Gut Podcast

01:37 Meet Amanda Panacea: Overcoming Chronic Illness

02:47 Amanda's Health Journey: From Childhood to Adulthood

04:40 The Mold Illness and Its Impact

07:14 Steroid Withdrawal: The Worst Part of the Journey

11:57 Finding Healing Through Mind-Body Connection

18:48 Understanding MCAS and Mold Illness

22:56 Understanding Chronic Stress and Trauma

23:57 Nervous System Regulation Techniques

25:18 The Importance of Somatic Practices

28:37 Integrative Approaches to Healing

30:10 Bioenergetics and HTMA Testing

36:47 Exploring EMDR and Theta Healing

41:33 Practical Steps for Overcoming Health Challenges

43:16 Final Thoughts and Resources

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🎙️Show Notes and Resources

Connect with Amanda:

• Instagram: @amandapanacea
• Website: www.thehealerrevolution.com
• Course: www.feeltoheal.co

• Instagram: @allisongetswell
• Facebook: allisongetswell
• Website: www.allisonandwellness.com