Long Covid Podcast 166 - "I'm Not Broken": Finding a New Perspective on Illness with Rebecca Tolin
Rebecca Tolin shares her transformative journey from chronic illness to recovery and self-discovery. Her insights into the mind-body connection, the impact of trauma on health, and the importance of self-compassion offer listeners a path toward healing.
• Introduction to Rebecca's journey with ME/CFS
• The effect trauma has on physical health
• Searching for answers and the limitations of traditional medicine
• The role of mindfulness and somatic awareness in recovery
• Embracing self-compassion and its benefits in the healing process
• The shift in identity away from being defined by illness
• Finding hope and possibility in the face of struggle
• The importance of connection with oneself
Rebecca encourages you to embrace self-compassion and kindness towards yourself on your healing journey.
Links:
Rebecca's Website: https://www.rebeccatolin.com/jackie (this includes info about her "Be your own medicine" course)
Info about next "Be your own medicine" course: https://courses.rebeccatolin.com/courses/be-your-own-medicine-spring-2025?ref=ec478f
Free Meditation: https://www.rebeccatolin.com/newsletter
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7gpLhnQU8NaC9fzlEmxIVw
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(music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life)
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