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The Health Bridge Podcast with Holly B.Author: Holly Beck
This podcast, as well as my Health Bridge Coaching Program, is built on the belief that when you decide to take the lead role in your own health journey, you can show up more fully in your life as a whole. Each week we dive into different aspects of health and mindset, featuring guests with unique perspectives, expertise, and vision in their fields. The more knowledge you have, the more qualified you are to take autonomy over your own body and the direction of your life as a whole. You deserve to live well and have the energy to follow your passions in life! Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Hidden Grief of Autoimmune (And How It Affects Flares)
Episode 148
Wednesday, 4 March, 2026
There's a layer of autoimmune disease that almost no one talks about. Grief. Not just grief over a diagnosis — but grief for the version of you who had more energy. Grief for spontaneity. Grief for the plans you've canceled. Grief for the certainty you once felt in your body. In this episode of The Health Bridge Podcast, Holly explores the emotional side of autoimmune healing — and how unprocessed grief may be impacting nervous system regulation, inflammation, chronic fatigue, and flares. If you've ever felt: Sadness you can't fully explain Irritability or emotional numbness Guilt for resting Fear about your health that you push down A sense that healing feels "stuck" This conversation will help you understand why. Inside this episode, you'll learn: How emotional suppression affects the nervous system The connection between chronic stress and autoimmune flares Why "staying positive" can sometimes backfire Signs you may be carrying hidden grief Gentle, nervous-system-safe ways to begin processing emotion Autoimmune healing isn't just physical. It's physiological and emotional. When grief is acknowledged instead of suppressed, the body often softens. The bracing decreases. And space for resilience opens. If you're navigating lupus, autoimmune disease, chronic fatigue, or recurring flares, this episode offers a compassionate and practical perspective on the emotional side of recovery. Ready to Go Deeper? If you're ready to move beyond symptom management and begin rebuilding trust with your body, apply for a free Healing Breakthrough Call. Together, we'll explore what your system may still be holding and map out your next step toward sustainable healing. 📞 Free Health Breakthrough Call with Holly: https://tidycal.com/workwithhollyb/breakthrough-call If this episode resonated, share it with someone who may need permission to feel — and be sure to follow the show so you don't miss next week's episode on the three core principles that support autoimmune remission and energy restoration. Timestamps 0:00 - Welcome & intro 0:38 - Grief in chronic illness 2:37 - My hidden grief story 7:55 - How grief affects the body 10:47 - Signs of unprocessed grief 13:10 - 4 steps to release grief safely 17:55 - Why grief isn't weakness 19:37 - Free healing breakthrough call 20:25 - Closing Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.
