Wendy Harris’ Post

𝟯 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗺𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸… When I look back at when my kids were little, I cannot believe the difference in my life today. 15 years ago I was in terrible health, suffering from brutal digestive issues like bloating, extreme gas, digestive pain and a shit-tonne of mental symptoms like mental confusion, lack of motivation, depression and anxiety. And then there was the cancer diagnosis. Related? I think so. There are three things that really stand out to me when it comes to why I stayed stuck in this place of sickness, hopelessness and inertia. 1. I didn’t question the mainstream medical way of doing things. I just listened to my doctor, took the over-the-counter meds he suggested, and resigned myself to a life of managing the symptoms, without looking at the underlying causes of WHY I was sick. It didn't occur to me that there might be a better way. 2. I thought that the way I was eating was fine, but it wasn’t…it was just making my symptoms worse! 3. I was unwilling to admit that the responsibility for my own health lay with me….that I was the guardian of my own experience, and I was in control of what happened to me. It took some time, because I just kept on living the way I always had and didn’t know how to do anything else. But once I worked through these three areas, I started to see changes happen much more quickly. Once I knew a different way, I could not UN-know it. What is something you feel is keeping you stuck? Share in the comments and I will give you some insight.

Tough to get those kinds of results relying on ANY doctor. "Before I started the THRIVE Academy with Derek I had major depression, anxiety, nightmares, major fatigue, headaches every morning, tinnitus, full ears, excessive mucus, weak bladder, and extreme heart burn. 60 days into the plan I have lost 30 lbs, my energy has drastically improved, my depression, anxiety and nightmares are almost none existent, I don’t get headaches very often anymore, and my bladder doesn’t feel weak like it used to. I’m down to a quarter of what I used to take for medication for heartburn, and my ears have started to loosen up. I’m still following the plan to hopefully get those two stubborn symptoms to go away completely, but I definitely feel my body healing more every day!” Mikayla W., Regina, Sk. What do I know that doctors don't? PLENTY. Which is why I get the results they DON'T. It usually starts with a free program consultation, which you can book, here: https://lnkd.in/g2_QHb-w

Over the years I’ve heard people mentioning how their bodies have betrayed them for one reason or another. ⁣ ⁣ For some, it’s chronic back pain, stomach issues, weight gain, cancer, the list goes on, but they’ve all felt betrayed. ⁣ ⁣ And although I can understand most of their feelings, I’ve often felt that it’s not our bodies that have betrayed us, but that maybe we’ve betrayed our bodies by not listening carefully to their needs, wants, and desires. ⁣ ⁣ Our bodies are not separate from us, so to say that they betrayed us would imply a separation and a disconnection. ⁣ ⁣ If our body is in pain or dealing with some kind of health issue, the appropriate pronoun would be WE are in pain, not IT. ⁣ ⁣ Although we might not have all the answers for why a certain health issue or ailment is happening, it does not mean we should be blaming our bodies. Instead it would be wiser to consider what we might not be paying attention to. ⁣ ⁣ But I get it, it’s a lot easier to simply blame our body for its betrayal, than to be in the unknown about why it’s happening or how we’ve contributed to it. ⁣ ⁣ We need to take a deeper look at how we’ve abandoned our body’s needs and desires, and at the correlation with its symptomatology. ⁣ ⁣ How would you feel if someone you loved constantly felt betrayed by you? Not good. And over time, if this resentment isn’t accounted for, you can probably expect that relationship to deteriorate. Well, the same thing happens with our bodies.⁣ ⁣ If the body is a communication center, which it is, then it behooves us to listen more carefully to its needs and desires. ⁣ ⁣ This must be the case now more than ever, for us to ensure better health for ourselves and our families. We must learn to connect more deeply with our bodies and listen for their communications… or simply continue to suffer the consequences.

June is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Let's talk #concussions Signs of a concussion The following symptoms can occur after a concussion: - Headache/migraine - Dizziness and balance problems - Nausea - Fatigue - Sleep disturbance - Vision changes - Sensitivity to light or noise - Ringing in the ears - Seizure - Problems with smell/taste - Foggy-feeling - Difficulty remembering and focusing - Slower information processing - Trouble thinking clearly or finding their words - Difficulty making decisions or plans - Behavioural changes like depression, anxiety, irritability, aggression, or impulsivity Please note: Most people will not experience all symptoms – but if your friend or family member is experiencing symptoms after a physical injury, they should visit their doctor. When to seek immediate medical attention: If someone you are caring for is experiencing the following symptoms after a traumatic event, they should see a doctor right away. - Significant neck pain or tenderness immediately after the injury - Double vision - Seizure or convulsion - Weakness or tingling/burning in arms and legs - Severe or increasing headache - Deteriorating conscious state - Repeated vomiting - Increase in restlessness, agitation or combative behaviour If the person is experiencing these symptoms in extremes, call 911 and use emergency services. Know the signs and symptoms in case a worker incurs a concussion at work. Learn more about concussions here https://ow.ly/IntV50Sclnz #brain #brainsafety #braininjuryprevention #safety #healthandsafety #workplacesafety #OHS #headprotection#occupationalhealthandsafety #workersafety #reddeersafety #safetyconsultant

Over the years I’ve heard people mentioning how their bodies have betrayed them for one reason or another. ⁣ ⁣ For some, it’s chronic back pain, stomach issues, weight gain, cancer, the list goes on, but they’ve all felt betrayed. ⁣ ⁣ And although I can understand most of their feelings, I’ve often felt that it’s not our bodies that have betrayed us, but that maybe we’ve betrayed our bodies by not listening carefully to their needs, wants, and desires. ⁣ ⁣ Our bodies are not separate from us, so to say that they betrayed us would imply a separation and a disconnection. ⁣ ⁣ If our body is in pain or dealing with some kind of health issue, the appropriate pronoun would be WE are in pain, not IT. ⁣ ⁣ Although we might not have all the answers for why a certain health issue or ailment is happening, it does not mean we should be blaming our bodies. Instead it would be wiser to consider what we might not be paying attention to. ⁣ ⁣ But I get it, it’s a lot easier to simply blame our body for its betrayal, than to be in the unknown about why it’s happening or how we’ve contributed to it. ⁣ ⁣ We need to take a deeper look at how we’ve abandoned our body’s needs and desires, and at the correlation with its symptomatology. ⁣ ⁣ How would you feel if someone you loved constantly felt betrayed by you? Not good. And over time, if this resentment isn’t accounted for, you can probably expect that relationship to deteriorate. Well, the same thing happens with our bodies.⁣ ⁣ If the body is a communication center, which it is, then it behooves us to listen more carefully to its needs and desires. ⁣ ⁣ This must be the case now more than ever, for us to ensure better health for ourselves and our families. We must learn to connect more deeply with our bodies and listen for their communications… or simply continue to suffer the consequences.

The Human Functioning Curve. A diagram of what we all need to consider when it comes to health and performance.

Unpredictable discomfort, elusive triggers, and a daily battle with digestive chaos – welcome to the perplexing world of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It's estimated that between 5% and 10% of people worldwide suffer from IBS. But how can we minimize our chances of developing IBS? Here we break it down for you. The Brain Inflammation Collaborative is on a mission to accelerate breakthroughs in brain-centered diseases that impact our mental health such as IBS. Join our mission by liking this post and joining the waitlist to our free newsletter 👉 https://lnkd.in/gV4-TMu8 #ibs #mentalhealth #gutmicrobiome

Did you know there are several blood tests that can help us understand why you aren't losing weight? Watch the full video here! https://lnkd.in/ddscVzpf The body resists releasing fat when it's under stress, whether it's mental or physiological. Often, there's an underlying issue causing this stress. By identifying and addressing these issues, not only can we help you lose weight, but we can also prevent major health problems from developing. For the month of July ALL EXPLORATORY PANELS COME WITH OUR BONUS WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM! You can get more information about Exploratory Panels here https://lnkd.in/duWWXA6h

The Human Functioning Curve was originally created by Dr. Peter Nixon, a cardiologist, in 1979. He design this to help his patients understand the various stages of stress and the effort they would need to be mindful of when it comes to their health. There is a difference of opinion, as to what level of maximum effort we should run at, be it 65% through to 80%. In reality, it will be different from one person to the next. One thing for certain though, there is a law of diminishing returns that will apply, once we hit our own Max Effort level. The danger for people, beyond this, via a lack of awareness, is that they will move into the "fatigue" zone. The fatigue zone is the top of a slippery slope where we begin heading into a catabolic state - where our body begins to break down! Our system begins to break down and we enter burnout. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭, 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 "𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥" 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫e 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨? (A tip is to consider all forms of effort across physical, cognitive and emotional energy)

In Emergency Management, things can change in a heartbeat and I believe there is always some level of constant stress. I try to keep my heart and mind healthy so I can continue to support my campus. The heart and mind are strongly connected, with depression, anxiety, and chronic stress all increasing the risk for heart and brain health complications, according to two preliminary studies. http://ow.ly/1wPc1050rX5