

The Raelan Agle Podcast
Raelan
Here you will find recovery stories, strategies, and resources for ME/CFS and Long Covid. Raelan lived with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) for ten years before finally fully recovering. After countless fruitless doctors' visits and tens of thousands of dollars spent providing little relief from her illness, she eventually realized that she would have to look within herself and listen to her body to find her path back to health. And thankfully she did finally fully recover!Since her full recovery about four years ago, Raelan has become passionate about spreading hope for others facing chronic illnesses such as ME/CFS, Long Covid, and Fibromyalgia. She is the author of Finding Freedom: Escaping from the Prison of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, has built a successful YouTube channel full of resources for health and healing, and designed online courses, accessible at raelanagle.com, to aid others on their journey towards health and happiness.
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Aug 9, 2025 • 45min
156: Dr. David Hanscom: Surgery and Meds DON’T Solve Chronic Symptoms (Here’s What Does)
Dr. David Hanscom, a former complex spine surgeon turned chronic pain specialist, shares insights from his personal 15-year battle with pain. He discusses how chronic symptoms stem from threat physiology rather than physical issues that surgery and medications typically address. Hanscom advocates for holistic healing approaches, emphasizing the power of mindset, emotional well-being, and neuroplasticity. He introduces practical strategies for self-directed recovery, highlighting the importance of coping mechanisms and nurturing positive experiences as keys to overcoming chronic conditions.

Aug 9, 2025 • 44min
155: Chronic Symptoms Aren’t Random: They’re a Message from Your Nervous System (Junior Ky)
Send us a textIn this episode, Junior Ky shares insights from his daily work supporting people with ME/CFS and Long Covid: why emotional processing matters more than overthinking, how recovery unfolds in stages, why intentions shape outcomes, how to set boundaries wisely, what truly helps children and caregivers, and what support looks like after recovery begins.🧡 Did you know that when you join the CFS Recovery Academy, both you and the person supporting you get separate coaching calls? Caregivers need a different kind of support than the person going through chronic illness!✅ Check out CFS Recovery Academy and join Junior's group callshttps://www.cfsrecovery.co/recovery-academy?el=yt-raelan054&htrafficsource=youtube&hcategory=ambassador&hgoal=academy🏥 FREE Recovery Foundations Masterclass - https://cfsrecovery.co/recovery-foundations-849513?el=yt-raelan052&htrafficsource=youtube&hcategory=ambassador&hgoal=foundationsMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:👦🏻 Junior Ky's Recovery Story - https://youtu.be/mkanLlkCL54🎙️ Junior Ky's Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvj7dr-sDPs👉 Personalised Recovery Plan - https://www.cfsrecovery.co/apply-now?el=yt-raelan053&htrafficsource=youtube&hcategory=ambassador&hgoal=application---BECOME A CHANNEL MEMBER (Just $4 a month!)✅ Your support makes a huge difference in sharing recovery stories 👇https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy4EjD4exCbtuGQkSa71ozA/joinSTRUGGLING WITH LONG VIDEOS?✅ Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for a bullet-point summary from our latest recovery interview 💌 https://mailchi.mp/3bd95045319b/raelan-agleLET’S BE FRIENDS:📸 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/raelan.agle🌐 Visit My Website — https://raelanagle.com📌 WANT TO BE A GUEST ON MY CHANNEL?Let me know here 👉 https://forms.gle/qF2TXFzGVcJCbc6E6NOTE: This description may contain affiliate links to products I enjoy using myself. As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support!REMINDER: This is for information purposes only and nothing I share should be considered medical advice. Please make your own assessment, do your own further research, and consult your trusted healthcare professionals before deciding if anything I talk about here might be right for you.Support the show

Aug 4, 2025 • 38min
154: This Got Me Out of Severe Long Covid: Carissa Conrad, Doctor of Physiotherapy
Send us a textIn this episode, Carissa Conrad, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Therapeutic Pain Specialist, shares a grounded look at her Long Covid recovery journey, sharing the medications, tools, mindset shifts, and support systems that helped her get her health and her life back. 👉 Get the Vagus Nerve Stimulation Kit - https://carissaconraddpt.com/store/It’s the most affordable and easy-to-use option Carissa has found on the market… and she’ll help you get started with a free 30-minute Zoom session.Connect with Carissa Conrad, PT, DPT, TPS: 🌍 Carissa's Website - https://carissaconraddpt.com👉 Carissa's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheVagusNervePTALSO MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE👩🏻⚕️ Dr. Jessica Corbeille Harris, ND, CES - https://elevatednaturalhealth.com/about/dr-jessica-corbeille-harris-nd/🌟 Toby Morrison - https://www.cfshealth.com🌟 Suzy Bolt's Story - https://youtu.be/4dMFFYElkAQ🌟 Roberto's Recovery Story - https://youtu.be/34Sy8DDU8Q8🌟 Rebecca Tolin's Recovery Story - https://youtu.be/as7I55hY29k🌟 Miguel Bautista's Recovery Story - https://youtu.be/tZURYiY1emg------- ✅ Become a Channel Member! Your support makes a huge difference in sharing stories of ME/CFS and Long Covid recovery 👇https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy4EjD4exCbtuGQkSa71ozA/joinSTRUGGLING WITH LONG VIDEOS?✅ Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for a bullet-point summary from our latest recovery interview 💌 https://mailchi.mp/3bd95045319b/raelan-agle 📌 WANT TO BE A GUEST ON MY CHANNEL? Let me know here 👉 https://forms.gle/qF2TXFzGVcJCbc6E6-------LET’S BE FRIENDS:🌐 Visit My Website - https://raelanagle.com 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/raelan.agle NOTE: This description may contain affiliate links to products I enjoy using myself. As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support! REMINDER: This is for information purposes only and nothing I share should be considered medical advice. Please make your own assessment, do your own further research, and consult your trusted healthcare professionals before deciding if anything I talk about here might be right for you. Support the show

Aug 4, 2025 • 14min
153: The #1 Mistake People Make With Nervous System Regulation
Send us a textIn this episode, I share why waiting for a crisis to start nervous system regulation isn’t helpful and how practicing simple skills in everyday moments can transform your recovery journey. Learn practical tools to build resilience, stay grounded, and feel more in control, no matter what life brings.______🌟 Recover Now with Raelan 👉 Join today: http://bit.ly/4lMvVRPIncludes weekly live group coaching + support group. One-time purchase, access as long as you need it.______MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:📘 Stop Missing Your Life By Cory Muscara - https://amzn.to/432Klaj👱♂️ Daniel Lyman - https://www.mindbodytherapycenter.org👩 Christie Uipi - https://bettermindcenter.comMORE HELPFUL RESOURCES🩷 Freeme App - Start Reversing ME/CFS and Long Covid Today (Even From Bed) 👉 https://freemehealth.com/getfreeme🌟 FREE Recovery Masterclass — https://cfsrecovery.co/recovery-foundations?el=yt-raelan052&htrafficsource=youtube&hcategory=ambassador&hgoal=foundations📱 Try Curable—6 weeks FREE — http://www.curable.com/raelanagle👉 FREE 5-day brain retraining Email starter course — simple and actionable steps, straight to your inbox: https://mailchi.mp/raelanagle.com/brain-retrainingLET’S BE FRIENDS:📸 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/raelan.agle🌐 Visit My Website — https://raelanagle.comNOTE: This description may contain affiliate links to products I enjoy using myself. As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support! REMINDER: This is for information purposes only and nothing I share should be considered medical advice. Please make your own assessment, do your own further research, and consult your trusted healthcare professionals before deciding if anything I talk about here might be right for you. Support the show

Jul 31, 2025 • 33min
What Finally Helped After 25 Years of Chronic Pain, ME/CFS and POTS (Fiona Symington)
Send us a textIn this episode, Fiona Symington from the UK shares how she lived with chronic pain, ME/CFS, and POTS for 25 years — after becoming sick at just 11 years old. Dismissed by the medical system and left with little hope, she eventually stumbled across an unexpected science-based approach to healing and is now fully recovered!📱 Try Curable App—6 weeks FREE 👉 http://www.curable.com/raelanagle👉 Check out Living Proof website - https://www.livingproof.org.uk/me-cfsLiving Proof is a UK-based not-for-profit organization passionate about helping people reclaim their lives from chronic illness and pain.MORE ABOUT FIONA'S STORY:👉 Fiona's Story on Twitter - https://x.com/fionas_story?lang=en-GB👉 Fiona's Story on on Medium: https://medium.com/@fionasymington/life-restored-my-recovery-from-myalgic-encephalomyelitis-or-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-7f4801ff4b3c👉 Fiona’s 12-min documentary on Living Proof:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ol2vCYXPRAYMENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: 🧩 Louise McAllan's Recovery Story - https://youtu.be/oc7GtO_XD3cOTHER HELFPUL RECOVERY RESOURCES:🌟 Recover Now with Raelan 👉 join Brain Retraining 101: http://bit.ly/4lMvVRPIncludes bite size videos, weekly live group coaching + support group.One time purchase, access as long as you need it!🧡 Freeme App - Start Reversing ME/CFS and Long Covid (Even From Bed): https://freemehealth.com/getfreeme🏥 FREE Recovery Masterclass - https://cfsrecovery.co/recovery-foundations-849513?el=yt-raelan052&htrafficsource=youtube&hcategory=ambassador&hgoal=foundations🧩 FREE 5-day brain retraining Email starter course — simple and actionable steps, straight to your inbox: https://mailchi.mp/raelanagle.com/brain-retraining________STRUGGLING WITH LONG VIDEOS?✅ Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for a bullet-point summary from our latest recovery interview 💌 https://mailchi.mp/3bd95045319b/raelan-agleLET’S BE FRIENDS:🌐 Visit My Website - https://raelanagle.com 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/raelan.agle NOTE: This description may contain affiliate links to products I enjoy using myself. As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support! REMINDER: This is for information purposes only and nothing I share should be considered medical advice. Please make your own assessment, do your own further research, and consult your trusted healthcare professionals before deciding if anything I talk about here might be right for you. Support the show

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Jul 31, 2025 • 1h 14min
152: Dr. Brad Fanestil, MD: You Can Reverse Chronic Symptoms (Here’s How)
Dr. Brad Fanestil is an internal medicine physician in Boulder, Colorado, specializing in mind-body medicine. In this conversation, he reveals how chronic pain and fatigue are rooted in the brain's protective circuits and can be reversed. He shares insights on managing stress and autonomic responses, along with practical techniques for retraining the brain. Fanestil emphasizes the importance of a biopsychosocial approach to health, bridging conventional medicine with holistic practices, and fostering a proactive role in health management.

Jul 28, 2025 • 15min
150: This Cause of Long COVID Is Overlooked (But Reversible)
Send us a textCould childhood trauma be fueling your Long Covid symptoms? I used to think this idea was ridiculous—but the science of the mind-body connection says otherwise. In this video, I explain:- How trauma can wire your nervous system for chronic symptoms- Why this doesn’t mean you’re broken (and why it’s good news)- Simple steps to start calming your body’s alarm systemThis might be the missing piece in your recovery puzzle. Watch until the end to learn how to turn off the symptoms for good.HELPFUL RECOVERY RESOURCES:✅ Recover Now with Raelan 👉 join Brain Retraining 101: http://bit.ly/4lMvVRPBite sizes videos + weekly live group coaching + support group.One-time purchase, access as long as you need it!🩷 Freeme App - Start Reversing ME/CFS and Long Covid Today (Even From Bed) 👉 https://freemehealth.com/getfreeme🌟 FREE Recovery Masterclass - https://cfsrecovery.co/recovery-foundations?el=yt-raelan052&htrafficsource=youtube&hcategory=ambassador&hgoal=foundations📱 Try Curable - 6 weeks FREE - http://www.curable.com/raelanagle🧩 FREE 5-day brain retraining Email starter course — simple and actionable steps, straight to your inbox: https://mailchi.mp/raelanagle.com/brain-retrainingMENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:👉 FREE 5-day brain retraining Email starter course — simple and actionable steps, straight to your inbox: https://mailchi.mp/raelanagle.com/brain-retraining👉 Childhood trauma and ME/CFS - https://youtu.be/4SWtt6LCkc8👉 This Was Blocking My Recovery - https://youtu.be/I9CubgFXi-MLET’S BE FRIENDS:📸 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/raelan.agle🌐 Visit My Website — https://raelanagle.comNOTE: This description contains affiliate links. I only recommend resources I personally use and love. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting this channel!DISCLAIMER: This is for information purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your trusted healthcare providers before making any decisions.Support the show

Jul 28, 2025 • 52min
149: 20 Years of Severe CFS and Fibromyalgia: These 3 Things Cured Me (Ariel Shutte’s Story)
Send us a textIn this episode, Ariel Schutte shares how she cured her ME/CFS and fibromyalgia after 20 years, and the three key moments that transformed her health and her life.👉 Personalised Recovery Plan - https://www.cfsrecovery.co/apply-now?el=yt-raelan053&htrafficsource=youtube&hcategory=ambassador&hgoal=application🏥 FREE Recovery Foundations Masterclass - https://cfsrecovery.co/recovery-foundations-849513?el=yt-raelan052&htrafficsource=youtube&hcategory=ambassador&hgoal=foundationsMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:📌 Raelan's Facebook Group - https://facebook.com/groups/healingmecfs🌟 By Each Other’s Side (Alexandra Albertz) - https://youtu.be/l4PiH17Jd5Y👉 Dan Neuffer (ANS Rewire) - https://youtu.be/IxGmj49pBGA🌟 Miguel Bautista'a Recovery - https://youtu.be/tZURYiY1emg👦🏻 Junior Ky's Recovery Story - https://youtu.be/mkanLlkCL54✅ Check out CFS Recovery and work with Ariel as your coachhttps://www.cfsrecovery.co/recovery-academy?el=yt-raelan054&htrafficsource=youtube&hcategory=ambassador&hgoal=academy---BECOME A CHANNEL MEMBER (Just $4 a month!)✅ Your support makes a huge difference in sharing recovery stories 👇https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy4EjD4exCbtuGQkSa71ozA/joinSTRUGGLING WITH LONG VIDEOS?✅ Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for a bullet-point summary from our latest recovery interview 💌 https://mailchi.mp/3bd95045319b/raelan-agleLET’S BE FRIENDS:📸 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/raelan.agle🌐 Visit My Website — https://raelanagle.com📌 WANT TO BE A GUEST ON MY CHANNEL?Let me know here 👉 https://forms.gle/qF2TXFzGVcJCbc6E6NOTE: This description may contain affiliate links to products I enjoy using myself. As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support!REMINDER: This is for information purposes only and nothing I share should be considered medical advice. Please make your own assessment, do your own further research, and consult your trusted healthcare professionals before deciding if anything I talk about here might be right for you.Support the show

Jul 28, 2025 • 1h
148: The Long Covid Recovery Path (Almost) No One Talks About – Suzy Bolt's Story
Send us a textSuzy Bolt shares how she began to heal after Long Covid - not by searching for a cure, but by slowing down, listening inward, and creating the kind of support she couldn’t find anywhere else. 🩷 Heads-up! There are usually over 150 people on Suzy's live calls, which can surprise some folks who expect a smaller group! CONNECT WITH SUZY BOLT🌟 Rest Repair Recover Live Program: https://suzybolt.com/rest-repair-recover 🌿 The Fern Programme: https://suzybolt.com/the-fern-programme 🌐 Suzy’s Website - https://suzybolt.com/📱 Suzy’s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/360mindbodysoul📺 Suzy’s YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdUIN1Pu42E4SNTFKz51mkA📸 Suzy Bolt's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/suzy.bolt/OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED🎙️ Like Mind Like Body Podcast - https://www.curablehealth.com/podcast📗 What if You Are the Answer by Rachel Hollis - https://amzn.to/4diCSHu👉 Interview with Jackie Baxter - https://youtu.be/qaKjZqrPgDM👉 Interview with Nicole Sachs - https://youtu.be/gTg-D_Vh0T4------- ✅ Become a Channel Member! Your support makes a huge difference in sharing stories of ME/CFS and Long Covid recovery 👇https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy4EjD4exCbtuGQkSa71ozA/joinSTRUGGLING WITH LONG VIDEOS?✅ Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for a bullet-point summary from our latest recovery interview 💌 https://mailchi.mp/3bd95045319b/raelan-agle -------LET’S BE FRIENDS:🌐 Visit My Website - https://raelanagle.com 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/raelan.agle NOTE: This description may contain affiliate links to products I enjoy using myself. As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support! REMINDER: This is for information purposes only and nothing I share should be considered medical advice. Please make your own assessment, do your own further research, and consult your trusted healthcare professionals before deciding if anything I talk about here might be right for you. Support the show

Jul 21, 2025 • 9min
147: Why Alcohol Temporarily Cures ME/CFS
Send us a textIn this episode, I share the confusing experience of how alcohol made my CFS symptoms disappear—for a night. I dive into why this happens from a nervous system perspective, why it's not a long-term solution, and what it can reveal about the root of chronic symptoms.👉 FREE 5-day brain retraining Email starter course — simple and actionable steps, straight to your inbox: https://mailchi.mp/raelanagle.com/brain-retrainingMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:🧠 Will Brain Training Work for You? Take THIS Test: https://youtu.be/2TX9SeMy-LQ👉 Symptom Assessor (FREE checklist) - https://mailchi.mp/raelanagle/brain-body-symptom-assessorME/CFS & LONG COVID RECOVERY RESOURCES:✅ Recover Now with Raelan 👉 join Brain Retraining 101: http://bit.ly/4lMvVRPIncludes weekly live group coaching + support group. One-time purchase — no subscription!🩷 Freeme App - Start Reversing ME/CFS and Long Covid Today (Even From Bed) 👉 https://freemehealth.com/getfreeme🌟 FREE Recovery Masterclass - https://cfsrecovery.co/recovery-foundations?el=yt-raelan052&htrafficsource=youtube&hcategory=ambassador&hgoal=foundations📱 Try Curable - 6 weeks FREE - http://www.curable.com/raelanagleLET’S BE FRIENDS:📸 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/raelan.agle🌐 Visit My Website — https://raelanagle.comNOTE: This description contains affiliate links. I only recommend resources I personally use and love. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting this channel!DISCLAIMER: This is for information purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your trusted healthcare providers before making any decisions.Support the show