Transforming Pain into Purpose: Unleashing the Power of Holistic Approaches for Optimal Health and Wellness feat. Dr. Kelly Kessler Optimal You Health and Wellness
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Discover the inspiring journey of Dr. Kelly Kessler and how she overcame chronic pain and an eating disorder to create Optimal You Health & Wellness. In this conversation with John Kelley, they discuss the importance of mental, emotional, and physical healing, and the unique approach to health and wellness that has transformed the lives of many.
As Dr. Kessler says, "What we need to do is be a better buffer of it and be more resilient to the stress." Throughout the episode, you'll uncover the answers to the following questions:
- How does understanding the nervous system and incorporating relaxation techniques improve our overall well-being?
- What are the benefits of cold water therapy and breathwork?
- How can individualized approaches and working with the nervous system alleviate stress and discomfort in people experiencing chronic pain?
- What does the Optimal You Health & Wellness program entail and how does it help individuals with chronic pain or a history of eating disorders?
Dr. Kelly Kessler is a licensed physical therapist, wellness coach, host of the podcast Rewiring Health, and the owner of Optimal You Health and Wellness, LLC. Kelly teaches individuals who have a history of an eating disorder how to regulate their nervous system to achieve relief from chronic pain through her signature method, Eating Disorder Pain Solutions. Inspired by her own journey of recovering from an eating disorder and chronic back pain, Kelly has helped many people harness their profound ability to shift from survival mode to thriving. Kelly uses an integrative approach to healing including a personalized audit, education, community support, and actionable steps to create long-lasting results.
Chapters:
00:02:52 Surviving Childhood Accidents: My Cousin's Panic and My Head Injury
00:06:14 From Frustration to Triumph: Overcoming Debilitating Back Pain and Defying the Odds at 25
00:10:48 Embrace the Unknown: Taking a Leap of Faith Towards Your Dreams
00:15:24 Unlocking Resilience: Mastering Stress Management for a Clearer Mind and Stronger Self
00:19:04 Unlocking Your Optimal State: Mastering Habits to Achieve Calmness and Clarity
00:23:44 Conquering Fear: Unlocking the Surprising Health Benefits of Ice Baths and Breath Work
00:25:19 Unlocking the Power of Breath: Transforming Anxiety and Finding Relief
00:31:41 Building a Supportive Community for Transformation and Progress: Discovering Your Fit in Overcoming Disorders and Chronic Pain
00:35:03 Discover Dr. Kelly Kessler's Lessons on Overcoming Eating Disorders and Chronic Pain: Connect and Learn on Social Media and Podcasts
Tweetables:
"So why not just take that leap of faith now and hop into what you're doing? Because what else are you gonna do? Sit around here and wait for another one of those forty jobs to pan out so that you can be miserable at another place?" - Dr. Kessler
"We always are going to have stress in our life that is never gonna go anywhere. We can't teach, we can't rely on decreasing the stress around us. What we need to do is be a better buffer of it and be more resilient to the stress." - Dr. Kessler
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