Autoimmune Diseases and Women: Autoimmune diseases affect women at a strikingly higher ratio than men, approximately 80 to 20. Dr. Erin Nance emphasizes the significant need for more research and funding to understand the causes and disproportionate impact these illnesses have on women. Dr. Nance also discussed the challenges many women face, like long Covid triggering autoimmune disorders, and underscored the systemic bias in medical research affecting the treatment women receive.

Creating Safe Spaces: Dr. Nance shared her new platform dedicated to connecting individuals with ongoing health issues. This platform offers curated content and community support for people managing chronic illnesses, providing a safe space for sharing and learning about symptoms and diseases.

Advocating for Your Health: Dr. Nance recounted a poignant story of a woman with a glomus tumor diagnosis after years of being dismissed by doctors. This story highlights the persistent issue of medical misdiagnosis and the importance of women educating and advocating for themselves to improve doctor-patient communication.

Non-Negotiable Wellness Practices: As part of her holistic approach to wellness, Dr. Nance discussed her non-negotiable wellness practices like playing tennis, spending time with family, prioritizing exercise, and personal time. She believes integrating traditional medicine with wellness practices is essential for optimal health.

Entrepreneurial Journey and Social Media Advocacy: Dr. Nance shared her journey from experiencing discrimination during her job search while pregnant to becoming an entrepreneur. She now manages her practice and runs "Feel Betr," a media company and social media platform helping women with chronic illnesses. Her advocacy extends to her popular TikTok account, where she raises awareness about health issues and systemic biases.

TLDR: This episode dives deep into the disproportionate impact of autoimmune diseases on women, the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare, and the value of holistic wellness practices. Dr. Erin Nance also shares her journey of creating supportive platforms and advocating for women through social media.

Connect with Erin

https://feelbetr.health

@littlemissdiagnosed on TikTok

Dr. Erin Nance is an orthopedic surgeon and medical influencer who is known as the Patron Saint for medically gaslit women. Her TikTok account @littlemissdiagnosed has been viewed over 100 million times and been shared with over 1 million people. She is the Co-Founder and CEO of FeelBetr, a health focused social media platform that curates personalized content for women with chronic illness.

Connect with Megan Swan

https://www.instagram.com/meganswanwellness

https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellness/

http://www.meganswanwellness.com

Keywords

autoimmune diseases, women's health, chronic illness, autoimmune disorders, Long Covid, post-viral incidents, health research funding, autoimmune disorder causes, wellness practices, exercise, personal time, health platform, health community, health symptoms, Dr. Erin Nance, glomus tumor, medical misdiagnosis, symptom dismissal, systemic biases, women's diseases, self-advocacy, doctor-patient communication, self-directed research, traditional medicine, holistic approach, pharmacologics, meditation practices, nutrition guidance, mental health awareness, medical gaslighting, orthopedic surgeon.

In this episode, host Megan Swan sits down with guest Gregg Ostrin to discuss addiction, identity, toxic masculinity, and the journey to self-discovery and self-awareness.

Gregg Ostrin shares his personal journey of addiction, sobriety, and challenging societal norms of masculinity.

The conversation delves into the themes of Greg's play, "The Spy Who Went Into Rehab," exploring sobriety and toxic masculinity.

The episode concludes with insights on communication, self-awareness, and understanding oneself in relationships, highlighting the importance of personal growth and introspection.

TLDR: Join us as we navigate the complexities of addiction, toxic masculinity, and identity with Gregg Ostrin, exploring the impact of societal norms on personal growth and self-discovery, in a conversation that confronts challenging themes and promotes wellness and introspection.

Connect with Gregg Ostrin

Sober 37 years, Gregg is a screenwriter and playwright, who put his experience with recovery into a new, hilarious comedy that not only explores sobriety, but also toxic masculinity.

THE SPY WHO WENT INTO REHAB, Opens June 7th

Tickets: https://pacificresidenttheatre.org/the-spy-who-went-into-rehab/

Socials

https://www.instagram.com/spyrehabplay/

https://www.facebook.com/gregg.ostrin

Connect with Megan Swan

https://www.instagram.com/meganswanwellness

https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellness/

http://www.meganswanwellness.com

Keywords

Gregg Ostrin, Megan Swan, podcast, rate and review, women's wellness, life optimization, upbringing, father's expectations, theater, imagination, escape, fantasy, identity, societal norms, substances, self-discovery, confidence, communication, sobriety, addiction, play, The Spy Who Went Into Rehab, tickets, toxic masculinity, AA, twelve-step programs, James Bond, entitlement, sober community, wellness, toxic masculinity unraveling, #MeToo movement, Black Lives Matter.

In this episode, we delve into the complex world of pain and its management with the insightful Stephanie Buckley. Join us as we explore the intricacies of pain mindset and alternative pain management strategies that incorporate holistic approaches for a more sustainable recovery.

Mindset and Pain Relationship: Stephanie discusses how changing one’s mindset about pain can impact recovery, urging listeners to consider pain not as a mere physical experience but also as one with deep emotional and psychological layers.

Non-Traditional Movement: Transitioning from conventional exercises to nurturing movements, Stephanie captures her journey towards listening and responding to her body’s unique needs.

Holistic Approach Emphasizing the importance of integrating mental and spiritual health into the physical healing process, which is often overlooked in traditional physical therapy.

Communication in Recovery: Highlighting the challenges of expressing pain and fear, stressing the significance of open conversations with healthcare providers to enhance treatment outcomes.

Empowerment through Education: Educating oneself about the biopsychosocial aspects of pain can empower individuals by changing their narrative around pain and recovery.

TLDR: In today's session, Stephanie Buckley champions a comprehensive method in managing pain, moving beyond traditional physical treatments to include mental and emotional health, offering tools for a well-rounded healing process. We discover that truly listening to our bodies and integrating a holistic approach can alter our pain experiences and recovery, promising a more empowered and informed path toward wellness.

Connect with Stephanie

Stephanie believes in order to create long lasting change when it comes to chronic pain we have to dive deep physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

Blog: https://alternativepainapproachblog.com/

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-buckley-222a3a270/

Connect with Megan Swan

https://www.instagram.com/meganswanwellness

https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellness/

http://www.meganswanwellness.com

Keywords

Stephanie Buckley, chronic pain, pain management, physical therapy, psychological aspects of pain, emotional factors in recovery, holistic approach, biopsychosocial model, mental health, physical injury recovery, pain recovery mindset, alternative pain management coach, sports injuries, sedentary lifestyle, depression, conventional pain treatments, massage, dry needling, fear of movement, limiting beliefs, movement practices, relationship with pain, reflection on pain, pain science, wellness for women, overcoming chronic pain, mental blocks in healing, coaching for pain management, lifestyle shifts, addressing pain holistically