The Wellness Mama Podcast Cell Danger Response and the Link to Chronic Disease with Dr. Cathleen King
Jan 6, 2025
Dr. Cathleen King, a physical therapist and neuroscience-based practitioner, dives into her transformative journey of healing from chronic illness. She explains the cell danger response and its role in the body’s ability to heal. The conversation emphasizes the significance of mindset and belief systems in recovery. Dr. King shares strategies like vagus nerve training and breathing techniques to enhance nervous system resilience. She highlights the importance of feeling safe to promote healing, urging listeners to trust their bodies and the nonlinear paths of recovery.
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From Debilitated To Healing By Rethinking Cause
- Cathleen King describes years of mysterious multi-system symptoms and many diagnoses that didn't find a common cause.
- She explains how applying brain retraining and nervous system work slowly
Walking Out Of Hell With Small Kids
- Cathleen recounts being debilitated with two small children and needing full-time care while recovering.
- She credits reading and applying nervous system work for her gradual improvement.
Cell Danger Response Reframes Chronic Illness
- The Cell Danger Response (CDR) frames chronic illness as blocked healing cycles rather than just pathogens.
- Cells protect by shifting energy toward defense, and remain stuck if the 'threat passed' signal never arrives.