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This podcast outlines the journey to managing Hashimoto's Disease for Ebony Colina that started over 13 years ago. In this podcast, you will learn about how I was able to reduce many of my symptoms through a variety of different channels. There will be both individual accounts and interviews that seek to help others determine the best strategies to become whole, happy and healthy.
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This podcast episode is just the beginning of something new... When managing grief, conflict, chronic illness, or life in general, it can be A LOT. My wish for you is that you will be able to check in with your body. I have lived the true definition of you can't be someone else's something if you're nothing for yourself. Can you take some time to f…
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This week is a very important topic - living wills, advanced directives, and healthcare proxies. It is critical to have a conversation about these topics, and I encourage you to choose a trusted advocate or caregiver who can make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to. Please don't forget to document important information that may be…
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This podcast episode is about the struggle to manage grief. We are discussing how grief has impacted my thyroid condition, and I discuss the importance of expressing oneself and seeking support during challenging times. Grief will impact us differently, but it is important to connect with people and a care team who will support you throughout the e…
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This series is very close to home. This text discusses the importance of advocacy and communication in healthcare, particularly when it comes to end-of-life planning and death. This series is going to highlight the importance of establishing support systems, learning how to utilize clear communication during difficult times, and why it's so importa…
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When we think about our health, it can be easy to assume we don't have many options. However, I have been exploring different forms of treatment to support my health from Western Medicine to other modalities, including acupuncture and I must say, it's been great. I have recently been paying more attention to lifestyle medicine because I can't accep…
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For those of you who may be new to the show, let me reintroduce myself. My name is Ebony, I have Hashimoto's Disease, I am a patient advocate, personal trainer, nutrition coach and aromatherapist. Through my own struggles, I have learned so much about this condition and have made it my mission to share what I have learned with all of you. As we mov…
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Sometimes it can be a challenge to outgrow the things that used to make you feel safe and secure. We all know the struggle even when we're not aware of it: You want to say no to going out because you just don't like it anymore You've outgrown your current circle of friends, but you don't know how to say it Things that used to seem really difficult …
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In this episode, we are going to talk about exploring this question: "Am I safe here"? I heard this question on a podcast from the Truth Doctor and it has revolutionized my thought process related to how I process my emotions, trauma and my condition. I also spoke about ACEs or Adverse Childhood Events and I encourage you to be sure to do things th…
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In this episode, we are going to go deep and talk about some real stuff. For months, it has been a challenge and I often find myself asking the question "Why Bother"? This series is going to be going in detail with this. Updates: If you missed last week's episode, check out Near Country Provisions at nearcountry.com and enter the code "Ebony" for f…
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In today's episode, we have a treat of having a different perspective on Hashimoto's Disease. As many of us know, women are at a higher risk of developing Hashimoto's Disease, but that doesn't mean that men can't develop it. We all develop passions for good health in different ways and today's guest, Adam Gerson, of Near Country Provisions shares h…
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This podcast episode highlights Shalini Arora of Sunny Side of You. She helps busy people on the go, with no time and energy, nurture a healthy lifestyle using principles of Natural Hygiene so that they become their best versions. We spoke about various ways of living a healthy lifestyle and she talks about different strategies to take care of ones…
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It is very easy for us to focus so much on being self-sufficient. However, we forget that we contribute to our stress. Being aware means more than processing your environment. It can also relate to your body and how it responds to things, places, or people. Today, I want to ask you this question…can you change your circumstances when you don't like…
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This podcast episode is calling out some of the feelings associated with things we tend not to say out loud. Each of us has unique life experiences that will impact how we react to things that happen to us. Today I'm sharing how comments from our loved ones can be helpful and hurtful, especially when it comes to how we manage our conditions or choi…
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Just don’t stay there… Take a listen to Kim Walsh of Warrior Forward as we discuss her account of learning about her condition. One big takeaway for me as I listened again has been sometimes we do have to push forward in the moment, but it’s so important to take time to grieve and heal. https://www.warriorforward.com/…
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It can be very easy to get lost in the "I'm fine" trap. I often ask my friends, how are you really? I want you to focus on the same thing today. How are you? What's really going on? It's totally okay if that is something you are struggling with right now in this season, but I want to remind you that you can do it, whatever it is...even if it means …
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Today's podcast episode is all about vegetable oils. Yes, we are still in high school chemistry as we review the basic structures of lipids and such. However, when you understand the makeup of plant oils, you can develop an understanding of why some of your favorite products work. Also, we celebrated Thyroid Awareness Month in January! Visit joyful…
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Care coordination is defined as the process of organizing patient care and any activity for that patient to improve health outcomes (AHRQ.GOV). In this podcast episode, we go over the basics of what that means and I provide you with an overview of how this works. We are also setting the stage for effective communication in the doctor's office. This…
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Today's episode is giving you an actual example of how social determinants of health can impact someone's care. For me, we have to have a more broad conversation about care. It's not solely on race. If we could focus more on how similar we are despite our experiences and differences. Yes, health disparities exist. Yes, minority populations are usua…
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Health disparities aren't something that impact people of color. Each of us are impacted in different ways. This podcast episode is going to begin the process of exploring how we can all recognize how each of us has much more in common from the perspective of access to care. Today, I will be introducing the basics of social determinants of health. …
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I cannot stress the importance of having a filing system in place to keep track of your health information. It is key that you take the time to get your after visit summary printed as well as your records together. Utilize your electronic patient portal if you have one and don't be afraid to ask questions. I always stress the importance of keeping …
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We are continuing the conversation about health literacy, but this time the focus is on what's called limited English proficiency. Being able to understand what is being discussed with you is key, especially if English is not your first language. In this podcast episode, I also discuss why a medical interpreter may be needed and what to expect. Sha…
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How do you like to receive information? Verbal Written Video In this podcast episode, we are starting he process of discussing health literacy, which is a very important topic! We often miss opportunities to truly understand concepts when we don't fully grasp what is being told to us during our healthcare visits. For more information on health lite…
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In this episode, we are going to set the stage to talk about all things advocacy, SDOH, and health literacy. It's time to start the process to dig deeper into the healthcare perspective so that you can be an advocate for yourself and your loved ones. In the meantime, grab my advocacy checklist and video series by going to joyfulebony.com/advocacy…
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A recent flare up has taught me quite a bit. 1. The lessons learned throughout the show's history prove to be true. 2. It is incredibly important that you advocate for yourself. No one knows your body the way you do. 3. Understand that there are now changes in legislation that offer insight into what you can now view as a patient. Hello 21st Centur…
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There is a lot of controversy about essential oils and the first trimester of pregnancy. It's important to talk to your doctor about all alternatives methods you use to help with your symptoms. I err on the side of caution and recommend to use essential oils after your first trimester, but use oils like ginger, neroli or sweet orange. Always make s…
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Our skin is incredible. It protects us from many things and does some amazing things! On today's episode, I'm focusing on how to nourish the outermost layer of our skin and I'm talking about the benefits of three carrier oils: Sunflower Safflower Flaxseed Oil Why are these vegetable oils so important? They are high in linoleic acid, which is a fatt…
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Essential oils have wonderful therapeutic actions. In this podcast episode, we are exploring two essential oils that can be used for hormone support (think cramps and mood support). As always, please check in with your doctor to make sure that the essential oils used do not interfere with current medication or medical therapies.…
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We know about the common essential oils to uplift your mood, but what about others? In this podcast episode, we are exploring three: Cypress Sweet Marjoram Mandarin We walk through the therapeutic properties, where they're typically harvested from and how you can blend them with other essential oils. Of course, I recommend that you conduct your own…
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Let’s talk about essential oil safety. There are so many misconceptions about essential oils and in this series, we’re going to try to tackle some of those so that you can make informed decisions. Keep in mind that essential oils are not a cure all and should not serve as a medical alternative. You should always speak to a healthcare provider about…
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Don’t forget friends, stress is not our friend. In the midst of finding more ways to be more accepting of who we are, we also have to acknowledge what our needs are. Are you playing the comparison game because you feel like you’re not organized enough? We all know that brain fog is real and sometimes it can be really difficult to keep our thoughts …
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We are continuing on the journey of kindness, love and compassion for our bodies and who we are. Today, we interview Devon Rodriguez, a certified personal trainer and encouragement coach as I love to call her. We talked about the importance of affirming and advocating for yourself as well as loving your body no matter what stage of life you're in. …
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C.S Lewis said it correctly "We are what we believe we are". I am urging you today to be careful how you speak to yourself. In this episode, I share three ways for you to practice kindness, love and compassion with yourself. In a society where we are bombarded with messages of not being enough, I want to remind you that you are perfect just the way…
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Saying no gets a bad rap. I am going more in depth with the true things to say no to: Toxic people Things online that don't make you feel good about yourself Not reviewing the triggers behind why you don't feel good about yourself Tune in to this week's episode for more These things can take up space and can live "rent free" in your mind and these …
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It's time to get REAL. I'm noticing a pattern here...as we are moving through this continued pandemic, we are being bombarded with more and more images/media about where we should be, how we should look and how we should feel. I want to have conversations about this with you all because while I don't have a solution per se, but I want us, as a comm…
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On the last day of Thyroid Awareness Month, I wanted to talk about the last structures related to endocrine function. We will of course bring everything together next week, but i want you to understand the more in depth concepts of our neuroendocrine system so that we can move forward with understanding the full body approach to wellness!…
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I am incredibly excited about this episode! We get to hear from Kirstyn Brown, the Editor in Chief of Strong Fitness Magazine! We are talking about everything from self care practices to what Strong as a company is up to. The most important thing that we discuss is the importance of acknowledging where you are and recognizing that you are STRONG in…
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This week we're going to talk about the pituitary gland as well as the pineal gland. It's very important that I break this down because this will begin to highlight the why behind so many of my previous episodes. For example, now you can understand why the type of food is important or why movement is important and what we can do to really, truly su…
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In this series, we are going to talk about your brain as it relates to your limbic system/thyroid gland. Your brain is incredibly powerful. It is composed of your pituitary hypothalamus your amygdala hippocampus, mammillary bodies your thalamus, as well as other structures. Each week we are going to break down a part of your brain and this week we …
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It is no secret that 2020 has been difficult. I could go on and on about it actually, but it won't really serve any of us. I touch *briefly* on events of this year, but what's most important is that you did it...WE did it...together. I want you to focus on what you did do...how much time were you able to spend doing things you forgot you loved or d…
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Plant Diversity is becoming my new favorite thing to talk about! Now that I've learned all about the benefits that fiber brings to our lives I want to reap the benefits all the time! In this episode, I give you a challenge of adding more color to your plate. Increase the plant diversity, get all of the good fiber and watch how much it changes you f…
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This series will be based upon the book "Fiber Fueled" by Dr. William Bulsiewicz. In it, he talks about how to rebuild your gut and he breaks down very difficult concepts into easy to understand topics. We are all struggling with trying to find a "new normal" and now is the perfect time to start the basis of understanding how to truly build a solid…
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I thought about saying the actual word, butttt I think that you know what I mean... I am challenging you in this series, but I want you to take a hard look at what you're doing and think through how to make your life more manageable. I don't want you to continue to live in this vicious stress cycle when your body is dealing with so much fatigue. In…
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Many of us are too familiar with the concept of being a giver...it has been something that we've been focused on since the time we were young...I'm here to tell you that it wreaks havoc on your body. You're left with little to give and you can develop resentment, REALLY fast... On this episode, I share with you some of the things that I've learned …
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Burnout is real...it's easy to dismiss it because for many of us, it mimics the symptoms of our thyroid disease (Psychology Today): Fatigue and exhaustion Inability to concentrate Sense of dread to do things, especially work related activity Physical ailments During this time, it's even more important to pay attention to these signs and symptoms. I…
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This episode is all about body image. We have to remember how much our bodies can change when our thyroid gland isn't functioning optimally and what can happen when our hormones aren't balanced. Being a teenager that has to go through these changes can be difficult. Help them develop a healthy body image and remind them of their beauty because the …
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In the first episode of this series, we talked about what to look for and how to understand the changes that your teen may be facing. This episode is all about establishing a new normal, from sleep habits to understanding what their life will look like. It's easy to think the worse at that age...I definitely did. I want to encourage you to talk to …
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