In this heartfelt episode of Migraine Heroes, we are joined by Helene, a dedicated health practitioner from Nectar Health. With over two years of experience guiding and supporting individuals through their migraine journeys, Helene brings a unique blend of compassion and expertise to her work. Helene shares her personal journey, balancing her role as a health practitioner with her love for cooking and being a mother. Her multifaceted life has deepened her connection to her work, emphasizing that every step of the journey—whether a high or a low—is meaningful and transformative. Tune in to hear Helene's inspiring message of hope and empowerment: "It's not because you suffer today that you have to suffer every day. Together, we can bring sunshine and smiles back to your life." Discover the wisdom and insights Helene has gained through her professional and personal experiences, and learn how she helps her patients find light even in the darkest of times. "Migraine Heroes" podcast stands as a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the transformative power of holistic approach, understanding, and support.
Migraine Science
Deep dives into the science behind migraine — from food and hormones to sleep, stress, and the unexpected triggers few people talk about.
100+ episodes
In this episode, we explore the intricate connection between trauma and migraines with our special guest, Dulcie, a trauma-focused counselor and expert in polyvagal theory. Dulcie brings her extensive knowledge and experience to shed light on how our nervous system shapes our responses to past traumas and influences our present experiences. From childhood adversity to chronic pain, we delve into the profound impact of unresolved trauma on our daily lives and overall well-being. Highlights: - The Nervous System and Mental Health: Discover how the nervous system is shaped by trauma and its profound influence on our mental health. - Understanding the Vagus Nerve: Learn about the vagus nerve, its role in trauma, and its connection to our overall well-being. - Defining Trauma: Explore the various types of trauma and what constitutes a traumatic experience. - Trauma in Children: Understand how trauma is defined in children, the physical signals to look out for, and the importance of early detection. - Coping Strategies: Discuss common coping strategies that develop in childhood and continue into adult life, such as people-pleasing, shutting down, and constant environment scanning. - Treating Trauma: Learn about effective strategies to treat trauma, make the nervous system more flexible, and how to stay present in the moment. - Polyvagal Theory: Dive into polyvagal theory and its crucial connection to understanding and healing trauma.
In this episode of Migraine Heroes, we talk with Jaya, a dedicated mom from San Francisco, who shares her battle with debilitating left-sided migraines triggered by workplace stress. Highlights: - Workplace Stress and Migraines: Discover how Jaya's demanding job contributed to her migraine attacks and the steps she took to manage them - Diagnosing Migraines: Learn about Jaya's path to distinguishing migraines from regular headaches and the importance of an accurate diagnosis - Medical Journey: Follow Jaya's experience with meeting a neurologist, starting on medications, and struggling with high medication costs and inadequate insurance coverage - Coping Strategies: Gain insights into Jaya's methods for communicating her condition to her colleagues and managers, and how she created a supportive work environment - Juggling Responsibilities: Understand the complexities Jaya faced while balancing her role as a mother, her career, and managing a migraine condition - Exploring Solutions: Explore the various treatments Jaya experimented with and the frustration of trial and error. - Discovering Her Migraine Profile: Learn how Jaya spent months identifying her unique migraine triggers, making nutritional adjustments, and ultimately reducing her attacks from 17 a month to just 1-2. - Regaining Energy: Hear about Jaya's journey to reclaiming her energy levels, allowing her to train, play, and be goofy with her daughter. - Migraine Heroes Approach: Be inspired by Jaya's advocacy for openness to healing through nutritional and holistic methods, highlighting the power of the Nectar Healing approach.
From childhood, Dulcie battled with migraines, masking her pain with a facade of 'okayness.' But beneath the surface, the struggle was real. In her courageous story, she shares invaluable insights on navigating trauma and migraines, offering hope and guidance to those with similar struggles. Highlights: 🔗 Calming the Storm: Dulcie discusses the challenge of calming migraine headaches and the relief of experiencing fewer attacks. 🔗 Importance of Slowing Down: Learning to slow down and give oneself rest becomes crucial in the journey towards healing. 🔗 Coping Mechanisms: Hobbies like reading became difficult, yet finding new ways to cope with pain was essential. 🔗 Finding Safety in Fear: Dulcie emphasizes the importance of feeling safe, especially when fear is overwhelming. 🔗 Understanding Trauma: Exploring the connection between trauma and the vagus nerve sheds light on the complexities of healing. 🔗 Resilience and Healing: Despite setbacks and frustrations, Dulcie found the courage to leave the darkness behind and embrace healing. Dulcie's journey is a testament to resilience, courage, and the power of perseverance in the face of adversity.
Join us in this heartfelt episode as Patrick, Wendy's husband, shares his journey of supporting his partner through the complexities of migraine. Understanding Migraine Complexity: The multifaceted nature of migraine beyond the misconception of it being merely a headache. Empathy and Devastation: The emotional toll on partners as they support loved ones enduring hours of debilitating pain in dark rooms. Navigating Rebound Headaches: The challenges of managing rebound headaches caused by medication overuse. Guilt and Responsibility: The feelings of guilt and the overwhelming responsibility partners face when supporting a loved one with migraine. Missing Out on Family Events: The impact of migraine on family dynamics, including the sense of loss when important events are missed due to migraine attacks. Advice for Supporting Your Partner: Valuable insights and advice on how to support a partner battling migraine effectively. Holistic Healing Journey: Explore Patrick's journey into holistic approaches driven by Wendy's anxiety of not having a painkillers around.
Join us on a journey of empowerment as we explore life with a migraine through the insightful experiences of Jane Wake. Explore the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern science, and discover the profound impact of trust, resilience, and diverse tools in achieving holistic well-being. Jane is a movement teacher, educator, and advocate who has dedicated her life to promoting women’s health through physical activity. She believes that an active lifestyle can help women overcome many challenges and is determined to help as many women as possible discover their true strength. Highlights - Jane shares strategies for navigating work anxiety and the challenges of self-employment. - The onset of aura, brain fog, and the draining effects of migraine energy. - The transformative power of martial arts, yoga, and holistic practices in managing well-being. - The profound impact of migraines on personality and mental health, including frustration and anxiety. - The connection between trauma, hormonal fluctuations, and migraine frequency. - The importance of trusting your body's signals and cultivating a sense of calm amidst migraine fears. - The microbiome's role in migraine management and the body's ecosystem. - Jane offers hope and emphasizes the importance of diverse holistic tools and solutions in the migraine journey
Step into Wendy's world as she shares her journey through the labyrinth of migraine pain and uncertainty. From navigating dizziness and brain fog to confronting the stigma of being a woman with migraines, Wendy's story is one of resilience and determination. For Migraine Warriors: This podcast is a beacon for those seeking answers and support. Remember, you're never alone; there are over one billion individuals worldwide battling migraine disease. Episode Highlights: •Migraine Symptoms: Wendy shares her struggles with dizziness and brain fog, shedding light on the debilitating effects of migraine-related inflammation. •Migraine Onset: Explore Wendy's journey as she confronts the unexpected onset of migraines in her late thirties. •Empathy and Understanding: Wendy discusses the lack of empathy from doctors, highlighting the challenges faced by women with migraines in seeking proper diagnosis and treatment. •Partner Support: Discover the importance of supportive partners in navigating the ups and downs of migraine management, as Wendy shares her journey with her dedicated spouse. •Medication Overuse Headache: Wendy opens up about the dangers of medication overuse and the rebound effect. •Identifying Triggers: Wendy's journey of identifying migraine triggers, from hormonal fluctuations to dietary factors, and the importance of understanding these triggers.
Priya Rama is a passionate artist and teacher. She's achieved notable recognition, winning the Grand Prize at Art North in 2022. In her art book, "Migraine Vision," she shares 50 paintings that explore the connection between art and pain. Priya's unique approach to turning migraine into art has gained recognition in publications, interviews, and podcasts. She actively showcases her work at galleries and art fairs across the country.Priya's migraine story goes beyond the canvas. She has been experiencing this debilitating condition since childhood to now. What began as occasional headaches turned into chronic migraine, seriously impacting her life. Priya vividly describes the visual aspects of her episodes, often featuring vibrant colors.
Dive into Sylvia's journey battling migraine since childhood. Explore how she found relief through holistic approaches, functional foods, and body mindfulness. For Migraine Warriors: This podcast is a beacon for those seeking answers and support. Remember, you're never alone; there are over one billion individuals worldwide battling migraine disease. Episode Highlights: 🌟 Navigating Work Challenges with Migraine: Discover how Sylvie's decision to work remotely was a result of her anxiety, fear of workplaces, and difficulties managing migraine there. 😟 Lingering Apprehension: Sylvie reveals the long-term effects of migraine as she mentions her nervousness about returning to work. 🔄 Evolving Nature of Migraine: Find out how the necessity of providing personalized migraine solutions, and the dynamic nature of migraine impact the app's update plans. 🚨 Importance of Self-Awareness: Sylvie advocates for early identification of migraine triggers and shares her insights on components of self-consciousness that relieve migraine. 🥗 Positive Nutrition Changes: Sylvie tells about mindful food choices and reflects on her stability post-menopause, signaling a new, more balanced phase in her life.
Put that knowledge to work
Get Your Migraine Insights