Episode 449: Kicking Sick: Your Go-to Guide for Thriving with Chronic Health Conditions - an interview with Amy Kurtz

In this inspiring episode of our Tick Boot Camp Podcast, we welcome Amy Kurtz, holistic health coach, patient advocate, and author of Kicking Sick: Your Go-to Guide for Thriving with Chronic Health Conditions. Amy shares her incredible journey from years of undiagnosed illness to finding hope, healing, and purpose. Her story offers practical advice, emotional support, and empowerment for anyone navigating chronic health challenges.

Episode Highlights:

💡 Amy's Early Struggles

• Growing up in Pennsylvania, a Lyme disease hot spot, and the lack of awareness around tick-borne illnesses.
• Experiencing mysterious symptoms and chronic pain starting in her teens.

💡 The Diagnostic Journey

• Frustration and exhaustion from visiting countless doctors without clear answers.
• The importance of self-advocacy and trusting your intuition when something feels off.
• Finally receiving a late-stage Lyme disease diagnosis and the mixed emotions that followed.

💡 Healing Through Creativity and Connection

• How performing arts became a source of joy and emotional release during her toughest times.
• The transformative process of writing Kicking Sick and sharing her story to help others.
• Treatments included A-Bart by Byron White for Bartonella, Cryptolepis and Artemisinin for Babesia, and more.

💡 Building a Support Team

• Surrounding yourself with the right medical experts, friends, and advocates who truly understand your needs.
• Insights from Amy’s "A-Team" of experts, including Dr. Mark Hyman, Kris Carr, and others.

💡 Practical Tips for Thriving

• The spiritual and emotional aspects of healing, and the power of self-care.
• How to create a holistic approach to chronic illness, including mindset shifts, lifestyle changes, and finding purpose.

Who Should Listen? This episode is a must-listen for anyone living with chronic health conditions like Lyme disease, autoimmune disorders, chronic fatigue syndrome, or unresolved pain. It’s also perfect for caregivers, advocates, and anyone passionate about holistic healing and self-empowerment.

🎧 Tune in now to discover how to thrive, not just survive, with chronic illness!

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