40 episodes

A podcast for women with chronic illness - hosted by a woman who gets it. With 20+ years of experience living with lupus & other conditions, Krista Hernandez shares valuable expertise & guidance on how to stop surviving & start living using a holistic approach to health. She also interviews other wellness experts on topics ranging from alternative medicine to household management. Frequent references to the Golden Girls, Parks & Rec, and other pop culture treasures included. New episode Mondays.

Route to RISE with Krista Hernandez Krista Hernandez

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 4 Ratings

A podcast for women with chronic illness - hosted by a woman who gets it. With 20+ years of experience living with lupus & other conditions, Krista Hernandez shares valuable expertise & guidance on how to stop surviving & start living using a holistic approach to health. She also interviews other wellness experts on topics ranging from alternative medicine to household management. Frequent references to the Golden Girls, Parks & Rec, and other pop culture treasures included. New episode Mondays.

    Showing Up in Your Relationships with Jackie Aston

    Showing Up in Your Relationships with Jackie Aston

    This episode features an interview with therapist Jackie Aston, who’s here to help you navigate the delicate terrain of relationships. Our discussion explores the profound journey of breaking free from the paralyzing cycles of avoidance and victimhood. And it’s all in a compassionate effort to help us all forge healthy, meaningful connections amidst the challenges of chronic illness.
    Episode Timeline:
    00:00 Showing Up In Your Relationships with Jackie Aston
    04:20 The Temptation to Hide Behind Chronic Illness
    05:18 Finding Balance Between Compassion & Accountability
    07:25 Examples of Avoidant Behavior
    09:10 The Danger of Codependency
    10:25 Recognizing Resistance Cues in Your Body
    11:00 How Avoidance Cycles Keep You Sick
    13:11 Parenting With Chronic Illness
    15:15 The Difference Between Fault & Responsibility
    16:35 Why Temporary Discomfort Is Necessary for Healing
    18:05 Acceptance as a Stepping Stone to Healing
    19:25 Opportunities for Emotional Intimacy
    21:53 The Points of the Trauma Triangle
    24:32 Confronting Victim Mentality Within Yourself
    28:00 Having the Courage to Ask for Feedback
    35:20 Coping With a Sense of Emotional Debt
    36:49 Making Sense of Your Self-Talk
    40:34 How Emotional Breakthroughs Lead to Physical Healing
    42:25 Why Healing is Like the Stock Market
    On Route to RISE with Krista Hernandez, I help you unlock your healing power to transform your life.
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    Krista Hernandez, chronic illness, holistic wellness, alternative medicine, integrative health, women’s health, relationships, support system, trauma, avoidance, trauma triangle, victimhood, victim mentality, mindset shift, parenting, body awareness, self-talk, intimacy, accountability, avoidant behavior, mindfulness
    #KristaHernandez #SheLived #chronicillness #holisticwellness #alternativemedicine #integrativehealth #womenshealth #relationships #supportsystem #trauma #avoidance #traumatriangle #victimhood #victimmentality #mindsetshift #parenting #bodyawareness #selftalk #intimacy #accountability #avoidantbehavior #mindfulness

    • 48 min
    A Woman’s Guide to Gym Success

    A Woman’s Guide to Gym Success

    The gym can be a scary, intimidating place for many women, but we can’t let that stop us from taking care of our bodies. So this episode is your guide on how get to (or back to) the gym in a way that sets you up for success. I take you through the process of choosing a gym, what to wear, what to bring, how to plan efficient workouts, and overcoming mental blocks.
    Episode Timeline:
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    On Route to RISE with Krista Hernandez, I help you unlock your healing power to transform your life.
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    Krista Hernandez, chronic illness, holistic wellness, alternative medicine, integrative health, women’s health, gym culture, misogyny, toxic masculinity, trauma, fitness, exercise, workout planning, self-care, success planning, personal organization, accountability, mindset shift, energy work, emotional blocks, limiting beliefs, vulnerability, self-talk
    #KristaHernandez #chronicillness #holisticwellness #alternativemedicine #integrativehealth #womenshealth #gymculture #misogyny #toxicmasculinity #trauma #fitness #exercise #workoutplanning #selfcare #successplanning #personalorganization #accountability #mindsetshift #energywork #emotionalblocks #limitingbeliefs #vulnerability #selftalk

    • 27 min
    Reiki for Healing with Master Mia Proctor

    Reiki for Healing with Master Mia Proctor

    Join me for a soul-soothing chat with Master Mia Proctor as she explains the transformational power of reiki. Mia discusses the science behind reiki healing, exploring its profound impact on the body, mind, and spirit. Prepare to be moved as our conversation unfolds, revealing the awe-inspiring potential of reiki as a beacon of healing hope in the face of chronic illness.
    Episode Timeline:
    00:00 Intro to Reiki with Master Mia Proctor
    01:13 Mia’s Spiritual Awakening
    03:35 Mia’s Introduction to Reiki Practice
    05:20 Reiki as Life Force Energy
    08:39 The Actual Science Behind Reiki
    12:25 The Connection Between Reiki & Religion
    14:57 How Mia Prepares for a Reiki Session
    16:15 Incorporating Tarot into Reiki
    16:42 An Overview of a Reiki Session
    18:19 Self-Care Before & After a Reiki Session
    19:50 The Role of Sound in Reiki
    21:00 Why Every Reiki Session is Different
    22:30 How to Avoid Energy Overload
    23:16 How Mia Stripped Away My Skepticism
    27:10 Why Reiki is Not a Magic Pill
    29:09 How to See a Trigger as an Opportunity
    31:13 Tips for Finding a Competent Reiki Practitioner
    33:22 Mia’s Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis
    35:25 How Mia Uses Reiki as Part of Her MS Treatment Plan
    36:50 Mia’s Ayahuasca Experience
    39:49 The Importance of Mindset for Healing
    44:45 Why We Have to Ask for Help
    On Route to RISE with Krista Hernandez, I help you unlock your healing power to transform your life.
    SUBSCRIBE to the podcast to get started.
    Get my free guided meditation to activate your healing power here.
    For full show notes, visit the episode page.
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    Krista Hernandez, chronic illness, holistic wellness, alternative medicine, integrative health, women’s health, reiki, energy medicine, energy practice, quantum healing, holistic healing, multiple sclerosis, mindset shift, energy work, clairvoyance, energy healing, vibrational energy, growth mindset, tarot, energy overload, self-care, ayahuasca, sound healing, sound bowls, crystals
    #KristaHernandez #MiaProctor #chronicillness #holisticwellness #alternativemedicine #integrativehealth #womenshealth #reiki #energymedicine #quantumhealing #holistichealing #multiplesclerosis #mindsetshift #energywork #clairvoyance #energyhealing #vibrationalenergy #growthmindset #tator #energyoverload #selfcare #ayahuasca #soundhealing #soundbowls #crystals

    • 56 min
    Seasonal Sensitivity: Misconceptions & Treatment Options

    Seasonal Sensitivity: Misconceptions & Treatment Options

    In this wide-ranging episode, I explore the profound impact of seasonal sensitivity beyond the clinical lens of Seasonal Affective Disorder. From the heightened stress of back-to-school for moms to the anxieties about winter weather intensified by global warming, I unravel the intricate connection between seasonal changes and emotional well-being. Delving into practical strategies, I explain the transformative power of sunlight, exercise, touch, and joyful indoor activities, emphasizing the importance of understanding, coping, and thriving in every season.
    Episode Timeline:
    00:00 Seasonal Sensitivity: Misconceptions & Treatment Options
    01:15 Why I’m Not Saying “Seasonal Affective Disorder”
    01:45 Seasonal & Weather Sensitivity Defined
    02:45 Overlap Between Depression & Chronic Illness Symptoms
    03:39 Stressors That May Be Masked as Seasonal Sensitivity
    06:30 Winter Preparation Tips to Reduce Anxiety
    07:45 Trauma & Holiday Stress Coinciding with Seasonal Change
    08:50 The Many Links Between Sunlight & Seasonal Sensitivity
    11:11 Signs of Vitamin D Deficiency
    12:30 Foods to Add to Your Diet After Daylight Savings
    14:35 Vitamin D-Rich Foods You Should Actually Avoid
    15:08 Foods to Boost Your Serotonin Levels
    16:50 The Difference Between Decaf & Caffeine-Free Tea
    18:00 How to Get More Sunlight in the Winter
    18:40 Using Yoga to Support Seasonal Sensitivity
    19:50 The Importance of Touch For Your Brain
    20:25 Tips for Improving Your Sleep Hygiene
    22:20 The Importance of Self-Care
    23:04 Light Therapy Boxes for Seasonal Sensitivity
    On Route to RISE with Krista Hernandez, I help you unlock your healing power to transform your life.
    SUBSCRIBE to the podcast to get started.
    Get my free guided meditation to activate your healing power here.
    For full show notes, visit the episode page.
    Follow me on Instagram
    Are you loving the show? If so, do me a solid and give Route to Rise with Krista Hernandez a rating & review on Apple or Spotify - please & thank you.
    Krista Hernandez, chronic illness, holistic wellness, alternative medicine, integrative health, women’s health, sleep hygiene, Vitamin D, serotonin, brain function, anti-inflammatory diet, fitness, yoga, sunlight, depression, fatigue, anxiety, circadian rhythm, global warming, seasonal affective disorder, seasonal depression, trauma, stress management, anxiety, holiday stress,
    #KristaHernandez #SheLived #chronicillness #holisticwellness #alternativemedicine #integrativehealth #womenshealth

    • 25 min
    My Cannabis Overdose: A Cautionary Tale

    My Cannabis Overdose: A Cautionary Tale

    In this behind-the-scenes episode, I delve into my harrowing (and in hindsight, hilarious) ordeal of accidentally overdosing on cannabis. Hear all about how the overdose happened, the crazy symptoms I experienced, and the valuable lessons you can take from it. I also discuss the benefits of cannabis for chronic illness and provide essential steps for taking weed safely.
    Episode Timeline:
    00:00 My Cannabis Overdose: A Cautionary Tale
    07:50 An Introduction to Cannabis
    08:55 Benefits of Cannabis for Chronic Illness
    09:35 The Many Forms of Cannabis
    11:55 What Kept Me From Trying Cannabis For So Long
    13:30 How I Got a Medical Marijuana Card
    15:02 Finding the Right Strain of Cannabis
    16:04 Choosing How to Ingest Weed
    16:50 Why You Should Start Low & Slow on Cannabis Dosing
    18:45 How I Accidentally (and Massively) Overdosed on Weed
    22:00 What It Feels Like to Overdose on Cannabis
    25:45 How My Naturopathic Doctor Guided Me Through a Cannabis Overdose
    26:50 Symptoms of a Weed-Induced Panic Attack
    29:55 How a Friend Helped Me Ride Out a Weed Overdose
    37:48 The Aftermath of a Weed Overdose
    40:10 Steps to Start Taking Cannabis Safely
    43:46 How to Avoid Wasting Money on Weed
    On Route to RISE with Krista Hernandez, I help you unlock your healing power to transform your life.
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    Krista Hernandez, chronic illness, holistic wellness, alternative medicine, integrative health, women’s health, herbal medicine, marijuana, cannabis, weed, medical cannabis, medical marijuana, drug overdose, panic attack, naturopathic doctor, indica, sativa, medical card, cannabis safety, cannabis dosing, weed overdose, inflammation, stress, autoimmune disease, brain health, life lessons, holistic medicine, integrative medicine, dispensary tips
    #KristaHernandez #SheLived #chronicillness #holisticwellness #alternativemedicine #integrativehealth #womenshealth #herbalmedicine #marijuana #cannabis #weed #medicalcannabis #medicalmarijuana #drugoverdose #panicattack #naturopathicdoctor #indica #sativa #medicalcard #cannabissafety #cannabisdosing #weedoverdose #inflammation #stress #autoimmunedisease #brainhealth #lifelessons #holisticmedicine #integrativemedicine #dispensarytips

    • 50 min
    Special Announcement: It’s Time to Rise!

    Special Announcement: It’s Time to Rise!

    MAJOR NEWS!
    As of today, She Lived with Krista Hernandez is now Route to RISE with Krista Hernandez.
    The show format remains the same. You’ll still be getting tons of actionable (and free!) guidance on all aspects of holistic healing.
    BUT THERE’S BIGGER NEWS…
    I’m now accepting applications for my private coaching program, also called Route to RISE™.
    Route to RISE™ is a program designed to get you off the chronic illness rollercoaster. My proven holistic framework will help you heal naturally, without dangerous prescription drugs, condescending doctors, and unnecessary surgeries.
    You’ll get weekly private coaching, homework modules, practical tools, and personalized lifestyle support to help you actually implement changes.
    Spaces are limited, so don’t wait to start turning the life of your dreams into a reality. Visit my website to apply now.
    On Route to RISE with Krista Hernandez, I help you unlock your healing power to transform your life.
    SUBSCRIBE to the podcast to get started.
    Get my free guided meditation to activate your body’s healing power
    Follow me on Instagram
    Are you loving the show? If so, do me a solid and give Route to Rise with Krista Hernandez a rating & review on Apple or Spotify - please & thank you.
    Krista Hernandez, chronic illness, holistic wellness, alternative medicine, integrative health, women’s health, wellness coaching, holistic health, coaching program, mental health, emotional support, integrative wellness, women supporting women, natural healing
    #chronicillness #holisticwellness #alternativemedicine #integrativehealth #womenshealth #wellnesscoaching #holistichealth #coachingprogram #mentalhealth #emotionalsupport #integrativewelless #womensupportingwomen #naturalhealing

    • 2 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
4 Ratings

4 Ratings

Lauren Fonvielle ,

Fantastic Podcast!

I love all the insightful questions Krista asks her guests! The discussions are always interesting and I undoubtedly learn something new!

ChocolateMindfulness ,

Start flocking!

The laser focus of the content is helping the right people flock to this podcast.

TheRealMeDBonBon ,

Great podcast

Been living with a chronic illness for several years and now so is my husband. Lots of great information for women. I have already started implementing the stress steps mentioned in one podcast.

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