Sparking Wholeness

Erin Kerry
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Sparking Wholeness is not your typical health show. Erin Kerry is not your typical health coach. As a survivor of bipolar disorder, she has learned firsthand what it is like to deal with and manage a chronic illness. This show brings together health experts from various fields in order to discuss popular wellness topics and offer hope and support for mental health issues. Whether it's addressing trauma, healing the gut microbiome, biohacking genes, addressing body image concerns, or exploring the struggles of motherhood and parenting, every episode is designed to spark wholeness.

  1. hace 2 días

    Episode 351: Protracted Withdrawal, Deprescribing, and Metabolic Psychiatry with Keisha Marsolan

    Did you know that psychiatric medication withdrawal can sometimes show up months after you've already stopped taking it, and can last for years? In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with Keisha Marsolan, a psychiatric nurse practitioner whose life and career changed after a severe antidepressant withdrawal injury. Together, they discuss the difference between acute and protracted withdrawal, why so many prescribers are never trained to recognize either one, informed consent in psychiatric medicine, hyperbolic tapering, and the emerging fields of deprescribing and metabolic psychiatry, including how a ketogenic approach helped Keisha find real relief after nearly a year of debilitating symptoms. You'll also learn why coming off certain antidepressants is nothing like coming off a stimulant like Adderall, how birth control may compound the picture for women who start it before starting an SSRI, and what informed consent should actually look like before starting (or stopping) a psychiatric medication. Whether you're currently on a psychiatric medication, considering coming off one, supporting someone else through withdrawal, or simply want to understand what your prescriber may not have told you, this conversation pairs lived experience with the research behind it. Key Topics * Acute vs. protracted withdrawal — what's the difference, and why it matters * What akathisia feels like and why it's often missed or misdiagnosed * Hyperbolic tapering explained * Deprescribing psychiatric medication safely * Informed consent in psychiatric prescribing * Metabolic psychiatry and how a ketogenic diet affects mental health * The gut microbiome and long-term SSRI use * Birth control's potential role in anxiety and depression * Why some antidepressants are harder to taper than others * Building a support team before attempting a taper * Anchored Metabolic Psychiatry — deprescribing and metabolic health coaching Links Mentioned: * Keisha Marsolan's website: anchored-mp.com * Dr. Georgia Ede (metabolic psychiatry / ketogenic research) * Dr. Mark Horowitz (deprescribing research) * Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring * Angie Peacock (deprescribing advocate) * Dr. James Greenblatt (nutrient cofactors, lithium orotate) * Outro Health * Cold Plunge Cam (on Instagram, deprescribing/withdrawal advocate) * Erin’s mailing list: https://erinbkerry.mykajabi.com/email-list

  2. 28 jul

    Episode 350: Why "Doing Everything Right" Isn't Healing You and What Actually Works with Erin Kerry

    Did you know that doing everything "right" (the supplements, the workouts, the meal plans, the prayer and scripture) can still leave you stuck, and that the checklist itself might be the reason why? In this episode, host Erin Kerry unpacks why so many high-achieving, well-informed women hit a wall in their healing journey even when they're doing all the "correct" things. She walks through three mindset roadblocks keeping people in survival mode: the checklist trap, misunderstanding what survival mode actually looks like (it isn't always the anxious, wired version), and the deeper question underneath it all — am I broken? You'll also learn why the nervous system has to feel safe before the body can use any of the good things you're giving it, the two different settings of survival mode (fight-or-flight versus shutdown/freeze), and how Elijah's collapse in 1 Kings 19 shows that God's response to burnout has always been physical care first, not more spiritual effort. Whether you're exhausted no matter how much sleep you get, feel flat and unmotivated instead of anxious, or you've been asking "why isn't any of this working,” this episode offers a different way to understand what your body has actually been trying to tell you. Key Topics: * The checklist trap: why doing more "right" things doesn't fix a dysregulated nervous system * What survival mode actually feels like (the two settings: gas pedal vs. emergency brake) * Why numbness and apathy are survival mode too, not just anxiety * The dashboard/warning light metaphor for symptoms as alerts, not malfunctions * Trauma's connection to autoimmune and physical health, not just mental health * EFT tapping paired with scripture for nervous system regulation * 2 Chronicles 20:12 and Elijah's story in 1 Kings 19 as biblical burnout anchors * Psychoneuroimmunology: the real science behind "the body keeps the score" * Practical small-safety practices (breath work, gratitude, protein at breakfast) * The Nutrition for Trauma Healing course launch Links Mentioned: * Nutrition for Trauma Healing course (use code HEALING20 for $20 off): https://erinbkerry.mykajabi.com/traumahealing * Website (for other courses and coaching information): erinbkerry.com

  3. 21 jul

    Episode 349: How Spiritual Abuse Affects Your Nervous System and Faith with Colleen Ramser

    Did you know that spiritual trauma can live in your body just like any other kind of trauma, showing up as intrusive thoughts, a racing heart during worship, or an inability to even open your Bible? In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with EMDR-certified trauma therapist and author Colleen Ramser to explore the difference between spiritual abuse and spiritual trauma, why scripture can sometimes feel triggering instead of comforting, and how the nervous system (not just willpower or "more faith”) holds the key to healing. Together, they discuss spiritual cynicism, guarded parts, somatic approaches to trauma recovery, and what it looks like for pastors and ministry leaders to navigate spiritual abuse within their own churches. You'll also learn practical ways to discern healthy theology from twisted relational theology, why slow and small steps matter more than forcing yourself back into old spiritual practices, and how healing in the body can open the door to reconnecting with God. Whether you've experienced spiritual abuse directly, walked away from church hurt, or simply want to understand the connection between trauma and faith, this conversation offers both compassion and a clear path forward. Key Topics: * Spiritual abuse vs. spiritual trauma and how to tell the difference * Why scripture and prayer can feel triggering after trauma * The nervous system's role in spiritual healing * Somatic and body-based approaches to trauma recovery (EMDR, IFS) * Spiritual cynicism as a trauma response * Guarded parts, discernment, and rebuilding trust * Ministry leaders and pastors who experience spiritual abuse * Discerning healthy theology vs. twisted relational theology * Domestic abuse parallels in spiritually abusive systems * Faith, delight, and play as part of wholeness Links Mentioned:
Book: The Shattered Soul: Restoring Wholeness and Rebuilding Your Faith After Spiritual Trauma
Website: colleenramser.com Join Erin's monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin's new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

  4. 13 jul

    Episode 348: How Your Oral Health Affects Your Gut, Hormones, and Mental Health with Dr. Rebecca Edwards

    Did you know your oral health may be influencing your gut microbiome, hormone balance, sleep quality, inflammation, and even your mental health? In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with biological and airway-focused dentist Dr. Rebecca Edwards to explore why the mouth is much more than a place for cavities and cleanings. Together, they discuss the oral microbiome, mouth breathing, sleep apnea, root canals, gum health, hormone changes during perimenopause and menopause, childhood airway development, and how oral inflammation may contribute to whole-body symptoms. You'll also learn why biological dentistry looks beyond treating teeth to uncover root causes, how oral bacteria can affect gut health, and practical ways to support healthier mouths—and healthier bodies. Whether you're struggling with fatigue, anxiety, hormone changes, chronic inflammation, or simply want a more holistic approach to your health, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the connection between oral health and overall wellness. Key Topics: - Biological dentistry vs. traditional dentistry - The oral microbiome and gut health - Mouth breathing and airway health - Oral health and mental health - Root canals and whole-body inflammation - Hormones, perimenopause, and oral changes - Childhood airway development and immune health - Sleep-disordered breathing - Functional medicine and oral health - Faith, stress, and whole-person healing Links Mentioned: Website: grovedental.com Podcast: The Tea on Teeth Knead Your Cure Conference: kneadyourcure.com Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup

  5. 8 jul

    Episode 347: How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex Without Shame, A Christian Perspective with Dr. Kelly Edmiston

    In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with pastor, Bible professor, and author Dr. Kelly Edmiston to discuss how purity culture, body shame, and sexual shame have impacted both adults and children. They explore how parents can have healthy, age-appropriate conversations about sex, consent, body safety, and pleasure from a biblical perspective without fear or shame. They also discuss trauma, embodiment, nervous system healing, pornography, parenting boys, raising confident daughters, and why learning to trust your body can actually deepen your relationship with God. Whether you're raising young children, healing from religious trauma, or simply trying to develop a healthier relationship with your own body, this conversation offers practical wisdom, hope, and encouragement. Key Topics: - Purity culture and religious trauma - Body image and embodiment - Christian parenting - Talking to kids about sex - Teaching consent - Body safety - Healthy sexuality - Trauma healing - Pornography conversations - Nervous system awareness - Body boundaries - Biblical sexuality - Raising emotionally healthy children Links Mentioned: Website: https://www.drkellyedmiston.com/ Book: Shame-Free Sex Talks Substack: https://substack.com/@kellyedmiston Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

  6. 30 jun

    Episode 346: Faith, Depression, and Mental Illness: What Every Christian Needs to Hear with Jean Neely

    Many Christians silently wonder: Does my depression mean my faith is weak? In this conversation, Erin sits down with educator and writer Jean Neely, author of Christ in the Abyss, to discuss the difficult intersection of faith, depression, bipolar disorder, chronic suffering, and church culture. Together they explore why so many Christians carry shame around mental illness, how unhealthy beliefs about "having more faith" can deepen suffering, and why God's response to our pain is far more compassionate than many people have been taught. Whether you're living with depression, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand how faith and mental health work together, this conversation offers hope, honesty, and practical encouragement. Key Topics: - Does depression mean you lack faith? - The relationship between bipolar disorder and identity - Why mental health diagnoses should never become your identity - The importance of community and compassionate support - What Elijah teaches us about depression and God's care - Boundaries, burnout, and serving in the church - How to hold faith and suffering together Links Mentioned: jeanneelywriter.com Mercyinthedeep.substack.com Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

  7. 23 jun

    Episode 345: Late-Diagnosed ADHD in Women: The Missing Link Between Food, Mood, and Nervous System Regulation with Amy Jones

    Many women spend years being treated for anxiety, depression, burnout, or even bipolar disorder before discovering the real issue may be ADHD. In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with functional nutrition practitioner, ADHD coach, and neuroscience student Amy Jones to discuss the unique challenges women with ADHD face when it comes to nutrition, nervous system regulation, executive function, and daily life. They explore why ADHD can make meal planning, grocery shopping, and healthy habits feel overwhelming, how blood sugar crashes impact mood and behavior, and why consistent nourishment may be one of the most overlooked tools for supporting mental health. If you've ever struggled with exhaustion, overwhelm, emotional eating, forgetfulness, or feeling like healthy habits are harder for you than everyone else, this conversation offers practical, compassionate strategies you can start using today. Key Topics: - ADHD in women and late diagnosis - Anxiety, depression, and ADHD misdiagnosis - Nervous system regulation - Blood sugar and emotional regulation - Executive function challenges - ADHD-friendly nutrition strategies - Protein, fat, and fiber for brain health - ADHD parenting insights - Burnout and overwhelm - Creating realistic healthy habits Websites Mentioned: amyjonesnutrition.com Instagram: @amyjonesnutrition Join Erin’s FREE Midsummer Reset, July 6-20, here: Join the reset here: https://mailchi.mp/59ced4dd2316/mid-summer-reset Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

  8. 16 jun

    Episode 344: How to Reset Your Health, Faith, and Habits in Just 14 Days with Erin Kerry

    It’s summer! Summer has a way of throwing even the best routines off track. If you've found yourself feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected from healthy habits, or waiting for the "perfect" time to start over, this episode is for you. In this episode, host Erin Kerry shares why so many people struggle with all-or-nothing thinking, how overwhelm impacts the nervous system, and why lasting change comes from small daily choices rather than perfection. She also introduces her free Midsummer Reset and the five foundational habits that support whole-person wellness: time with God, hydration, movement, protein, fruits and vegetables, and removing one habit that's holding you back. If you're ready to renew your mind, body, and spirit without another complicated program, this episode will help you take the next faithful step.
Key Topics: - Mid-summer reset - Nervous system regulation - Overwhelm and health - All-or-nothing thinking - Christian wellness - Healthy habits - Faith and health - Functional medicine - Perimenopause wellness - Mind-body-spirit connection Join the reset here: https://mailchi.mp/59ced4dd2316/mid-summer-reset Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

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Sparking Wholeness is not your typical health show. Erin Kerry is not your typical health coach. As a survivor of bipolar disorder, she has learned firsthand what it is like to deal with and manage a chronic illness. This show brings together health experts from various fields in order to discuss popular wellness topics and offer hope and support for mental health issues. Whether it's addressing trauma, healing the gut microbiome, biohacking genes, addressing body image concerns, or exploring the struggles of motherhood and parenting, every episode is designed to spark wholeness.

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  • Creador
    Erin Kerry
  • Años de actividad
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodios
    380
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
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