Healing Chronic Illness with Marly

Marly
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Alternative Health

Naturopathic health and wellness methods to heal from chronic illness, mental health issues and trauma. Medical Disclaimer: The content from this podcast is not a substitute for professional counseling or any mental health or medical treatment. Any information or advice on this website is not meant to diagnose or treat any mental health or physical health disorders. Always follow the advice of your actual doctor, psychiatrist or other medical or mental health provider.

  1. 2d ago

    Raising Resilient Kids: Building Focus, Confidence & Social Success

    In this episode, Marly shares practical tools and insights for parents to help children develop resilience, manage stress, and succeed academically and socially. She emphasizes the importance of neurofeedback, movement, grounding, and self-trust in nurturing adaptable nervous systems. #resilience #neurofeedback #stress management #parenting #childdevelopment #neuroplasticity #emotionalregulation #neurodivergentchildren #self-trust #braintraining Key Topics: The importance of resilience in children's development Neurofeedback as a tool for brain regulation Practical grounding and breathing exercises for kids The role of movement in nervous system regulation Building self-trust and problem-solving skills in children The impact of stress and how to develop stress resilience Supporting neurodivergent children with tailored strategies The importance of routines and familiarity in confidence building Parenting approaches to foster independence and self-reliance The significance of recovery and emotional regulation in growth Takeaways: Resilience is about developing the capacity to handle challenges and return to equilibrium. Neurofeedback helps the brain see and move away from maladaptive patterns. Grounding and breathing are simple yet powerful tools for regulation. Movement is essential for nervous system regulation and focus. Building self-trust and problem-solving skills prepares children for independence. Stress isn't always the enemy; developing stress resilience is key. Supporting neurodivergent children involves tailored strategies and understanding. Familiar routines create safety and confidence in children. Parents should focus on recovery and emotional regulation as developmental victories. Preparing children for an uncontrollable world involves teaching adaptability and self-trust. Sound Bites: "Stress isn't always the enemy, it's a teacher." "Neurofeedback helps the brain see and move away from maladaptive patterns." "Confidence works in the opposite direction of comfort." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: Why Resilience Matters in Parenting 02:05 Helping Kids Handle Transitions and New Environments 04:10 The Difference Between Knowing What to Do and Being Able to Do It 08:03 Understanding Stress and the Nervous System in Children 12:10 Neurofeedback as a Tool for Brain Regulation 16:01 Practical Tools: Breathing and Grounding Techniques 19:58 Teaching Children Self-Awareness and Metacognition 24:11 Building Confidence Through Small Actions and Routine 28:02 Supporting Neurodivergent Children and Individual Strategies 31:53 Fostering Self-Trust and Independence in Kids 36:08 Preparing Children for an Unpredictable World 37:50 Conclusion: Raising Resilient, Capable Adults Contact: marly.jones@neuroptimal.com

  2. Jul 31

    Is It Anxiety, Trauma, Burnout—or Adult ADHD?

    Marly discusses the complex interplay of brain health issues like ADHD, trauma, burnout, and anxiety, offering insights into assessment, support strategies, and neurofeedback to optimize mental well-being. #brain health #ADHD #trauma #burnout #neurofeedback #mental health #neuroinflammation #nervous system #recovery #holistic health Key Topics: The connection between ADHD, trauma, burnout, and anxiety Assessment tools for brain health and mental health conditions The role of neurofeedback in brain regulation Impact of inflammation, hormonal changes, and stress on cognition Strategies for supporting nervous system resilience and recovery Takeaways: Many mental health issues are interconnected and can co-occur, requiring a comprehensive approach. Assessment tools like the GAD-7, PCL-5, and ADHD scales can guide personalized treatment. Neurofeedback supports brain self-regulation without needing a specific diagnosis. Addressing physical health, sleep, nutrition, and stress is crucial for mental health. Understanding your brain patterns can empower you to seek targeted support. Sound Bites: "Anxiety keeps us alive, but it can get out of control." "Trauma affects how you feel and interact with others." "ADHD is about regulating attention, not just paying attention." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Purpose 01:53 Common Brain Health Challenges in Adults 04:11 The Overlap of Anxiety, Trauma, and ADHD 07:00 The Impact of Burnout and Chronic Stress 09:47 Assessing Brain Health and Symptom Patterns 13:51 Understanding Anxiety and Its Effects on Focus 17:03 Trauma and Its Influence on Brain Function 19:49 Adult ADHD: Symptoms and Subtypes 24:00 Dr. Daniel Amen’s Seven Types of ADD 29:47 Screening Tools and Self-Assessment Resources 33:54 Supporting Brain Health Through Lifestyle and Support 39:58 Neurofeedback and Brain Optimization with NeurOptimal 44:06 Encouragement and Final Support Strategies Resources: Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale, or ASRSWender Utah Rating ScaleDIVA-5 Adult ADHD InterviewWeiss Functional Impairment Rating ScaleGAD-7 Anxiety Screening ToolPCL-5 and PC-PTSD-5 Trauma ScreenersPHQ-9 Depression Screening ToolCopenhagen Burnout Inventory Contact: marly.jones@neuroptimal.com

  3. Jul 17

    When the Brain Won’t Let Go How to Feel, File and Heal What the Mind Keeps Replaying

    In this episode, Marly explores the complex world of trauma, emotional processing, and nervous system regulation. She offers practical tools and spiritual insights to help listeners understand and heal from past wounds, fostering resilience and emotional well-being. Keywords: trauma, emotional processing, nervous system, healing, resilience, mental health, self-care, trauma-informed, mindfulness, spirituality Key Topics: Trauma and its impact on the body and mind Difference between processing and rumination Neuroscience of trauma: limbic system, amygdala, hippocampus Polyvagal theory and safety regulation Childhood trauma and adult patterns of self-reliance The F.I.L.E. method for emotional processing Spiritual practices in healing and self-awareness The importance of connection and community in healing Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to trauma and emotional loops 00:27 How the brain replays past conversations and experiences 01:23 Understanding the need for closure and completion in thoughts 02:19 Childhood trauma and its influence on adult behavior 03:14 Processing vs. overthinking: key differences 04:09 The role of emotions as indicators, not enemies 05:08 Moving through experience instead of circling around it 06:30 How memories are stored and triggered in trauma 08:01 The body's response to trauma and triggers 10:19 Neuroscience of trauma: limbic system and threat detection 12:44 Impact of childhood adversity on brain chemistry 14:13 Interpreting facial expressions and social cues 15:00 Trauma patterns and old protection plans in new situations 16:12 Microtrauma and its cumulative effects 17:36 Self-reliance, exhaustion, and maladaptive patterns 20:05 The cost of hyperindependence and high performance 22:14 Healing through connection and self-awareness 24:52 Trauma and the body: insights from Dr. Bessel van der Kolk 27:09 Somatic experiencing: titration and pendulation techniques 28:30 Polyvagal theory and safety regulation 34:34 Healing through connection and community 38:39 The F.I.L.E. method for emotional processing 45:08 Reframing memories with updated meaning 50:15 Memory reconsolidation and healing trauma 54:00 Letting go: symbolic acts of release 55:11 Spiritual and scriptural insights in healing 57:53 Faith, feelings, and emotional truth 01:00:08 The journey of healing and self-acceptance RESOURCES: Dr. Bessel van der Kolk:The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma Dr. Peter Levine:Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma Trauma and Memory: Brain and Body in a Search for the Living PastIn an Unspoken Voice: How the Body Releases Trauma and Restores Goodness Dr. Stephen Porges The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling SafeDr. Gabor MatéThe Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture When the Body Says No: The Cost of Hidden StressF.I.L.E.: Find safety.Identify the experience.Let it move in little doses.Encode an updated meaning. PRAYER: Lord, search me and know me. Show me the beliefs I formed in fear. Reveal the places where protection became a prison. Help me recognize what does not reflect Your truth, Your love or the person You created me to be. Give me the courage to feel what I have avoided, the wisdom to understand it and the grace to release what I no longer need. Lead me in the way that brings life. Amen. To reach Marly or to book a Discovery Call: Neurofeedback Near Melbourne FL | Contact Harmony Neurofeedback

  4. Jul 10

    When Healing Requires Choosing Challenge Over Comfort

    Marly explores the profound impact of challenge and discomfort on brain health, resilience, and personal growth. She discusses neuroscience principles, biblical insights, and practical strategies to build resilience through deliberate challenges, especially for those recovering from chronic illness. #neuroplasticity #resilience #challenge #brainhealth #stress #growth #chronicillness #neurofeedback #mentalhealth #personaldevelopment #rewire Key Topics: Neuroplasticity and brain rewiring The stress inoculation effect Neural pathways and habit formation Cognitive flexibility and the ACC Cognitive reserve and brain resilience Emotional regulation and stress management Dopamine, motivation, and reward Physical activity and BDNF Identity and growth through challenge Practical strategies for resilience Sound Bites: "Suffering produces perseverance, character, and hope." "Challenge shapes identity and transforms your story." "Healing begins when we grow through discomfort." 00:00 The Power of Discomfort 03:28 Neuroscience of Challenge 06:24 Building Resilience Through Challenge 08:59 Cognitive Reserve and Emotional Regulation 11:39 Identity Transformation Through Challenges 14:34 Practical Steps for Embracing Discomfort

  5. Jul 3

    Lyme Recovery and NeurOptimal®

    In this episode, Marly shares her personal journey with Lyme disease and explores how neurofeedback, specifically NeurOptimal®, can support nervous system regulation as part of a comprehensive healing approach. She emphasizes the importance of supporting the whole person, not just targeting pathogens. Marly, along with Global Lyme Alliance Editor, Jennifer Crystal have used this transformative technology, to help recover from Chronic Lyme Disease and the co-infections that are present with this complex illness. #Neuroptimal #nervoussystemupport #chronicillness #healing #co-infections #neuroplasticity #lymedisease #lyme #chroniclyme #health #healing #chronicillness #recovery #resilience Key Topics: Lyme disease and co-infections Neurofeedback as supportive care The importance of nervous system regulation Complexity of chronic Lyme illness Adjunct therapies in Lyme recovery Neuroplasticity and brain training Supporting the whole person, not just pathogens The distinction between treatment and support Personal journey with Lyme and healing Resources for neurofeedback and Lyme Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Lyme Disease and Chronic Illness 06:06 Understanding the Complexity of Lyme Disease 11:40 The Role of Neurofeedback in Healing 15:10 Personal Journey with Lyme Disease 22:42 The Importance of the Nervous System in Recovery 25:26 Understanding Capacity in Chronic Illness Recovery 26:18 Neurofeedback: A Tool for Nervous System Support 28:05 The Importance of Treating the Person, Not Just the Disease 29:23 NeurOptimal: A Unique Approach to Brain Training 33:14 Supporting the Nervous System in Chronic Illness 36:54 Gentle Interventions for Highly Reactive Systems 39:55 Integrating Neurofeedback into Healing Protocols 43:25 The Complexity of Lyme Disease and Individual Healing 45:56 Working with the Body: A Holistic Approach to Healing 47:11 Restoration and Resilience in Chronic Illness Recovery Resources:Neurofeedback and Lyme Disease: A Clinical Application of the Five Phase Model of CNS Functional Transformation and Integration | Harmony NeurofeedbackAdjunct Therapies for Lyme Disease: Neurofeedback To reach Marly: marly.jones@neuroptimal.com

  6. Jun 24

    Honesty in the Healing Process with Special Guest, Mandy Meehan

    Join us as Mandy Meehan shares her decade-long journey navigating ME and CFS, exploring root causes, effective protocols, and the spiritual aspects of healing. This episode offers hope and practical insights for those on the healing path. #ChronicIllness #ME #CFS, #RootCause #HealingProtocols #Neuroplasticity #Mold #Infections #SpiritualHealing #healing #health #wellness #complexillness #lyme 00:00 Introduction to Chronic Illness and Healing Journeys 02:11 Mandy's Health Journey: From Diagnosis to Understanding 05:34 The Role of Hormones and Environmental Factors 09:21 Protocols for Healing: TILT Framework 15:38 Addressing the Root Causes of Chronic Illness 19:07 Navigating Treatment: Testing and Protocols 27:47 Homeopathy and Alternative Therapies 29:08 The Journey of Healing Through Homeopathy 32:12 Navigating Chronic Illness and Personal Growth 36:12 Finding Purpose in Pain and Community Support 42:24 The Balance of Hope and Honesty in Healing 48:50 Embracing Vulnerability and Building Connections To reach Mandy and join her Facebook Community: email: contact@mandymeehan.com Facebook Group: Radical Wellness - Root Cause Protocols for Chronic Illness Insta: @mandyhmeehan

  7. Jun 17

    Histamine and Mast Cells in Chronic Illness

    In this episode, Marly explores the complex role of histamines and mast cells in chronic illness, highlighting how their dysregulation can affect various body systems beyond allergies. She shares insights on triggers, symptoms, and holistic approaches to managing MCAS and related conditions. Histamine's role beyond allergies Mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) Triggers of mast cell overreaction Symptoms of histamine dysregulation in different organs Holistic strategies for managing MCAS The importance of nervous system regulation Gut health and histamine Hormonal influences on MCAS Natural and medical treatments for MCAS The significance of layered protocols 00:00 Introduction to Histamines and Mast Cells 03:31 Understanding Mast Cell Activation Syndrome 06:13 The Role of Histamine in Chronic Illness 08:49 Histamine's Impact on Mental Health 11:46 Physical Symptoms of Histamine Imbalance 14:21 Histamine in the Gut and Digestive Issues 17:18 Histamine and Skin Reactions 19:10 Histamine and Reproductive Health 22:02 Systemic Histamine Reactions and Anaphylaxis 24:20 Protocols for Managing Mast Cell Activation 27:07 The Importance of Nervous System Regulation 29:35 Nutritional Support for Histamine Management 32:10 Final Thoughts and Resources Supplements List: CopperVitamin B6Vitamin B12FolateVitamin B3BoswelliaBlack seed oilGingerChamomilePEALactoferrinVitamin CQuercetinLuteolinApigenin

  8. Jun 10

    Music to Heal Chronic Illness

    A study from John Hopkins confirmed that: Live music reduces cortisol by 41%.Live music raises dopamine by 25%.Live music relieves clinical depression within 20 minutes.Patients who listened to live harp music before and after surgery required 21% less pain medication than those who did not.In this Episode, Marly provides insight on how music can help to heal your nervous system. Explore the profound impact of music on healing, especially for those with chronic illness. Discover how sound influences the nervous system, pain perception, immune function, and emotional regulation, supported by neuroscience and spiritual insights. #music #healing #neuroscience #chronicillness #nervoussystem #painmanagement #immunefunction #emotionalregulation #soundtherapy #neurofeedback "Music recruits widespread neural networks" "Music impacts immune function and regulation" "Sound has always been powerful for healing" 00:00 Introduction: Music as a Hidden Medicine 01:19 The Neuroscience of Sound and Its Impact on the Brain 02:51 Chronic Illness and Nervous System Dysregulation 06:07 Music's Role in Modulating Pain Pathways 08:12 The Spiritual and Historical Significance of Music in Healing 10:19 Music and Immune Function: A New Frontier 12:52 The Heart-Brain Connection and Rhythm in Healing 15:52 Neurofeedback, Music, and Creating a Safe Nervous System Environment 18:38 The Power of Sound in Cultural and Spiritual Contexts 20:47 Practical Tips: Incorporating Music into Your Healing Journey 21:13 Final Thoughts: Healing Through Sound and Trust in Innate Ability Reference: Psalm 23

See All (147)

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
3 Ratings

About

Naturopathic health and wellness methods to heal from chronic illness, mental health issues and trauma. Medical Disclaimer: The content from this podcast is not a substitute for professional counseling or any mental health or medical treatment. Any information or advice on this website is not meant to diagnose or treat any mental health or physical health disorders. Always follow the advice of your actual doctor, psychiatrist or other medical or mental health provider.

Information

You Might Also Like