Thyroid Warrior Podcast

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 figure out the following questions: What do I want?...

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 crucial in times of emergency or if you are no l...

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 entire process.  

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 important to be open to having difficult conversations ar...

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 accept that prevention of disease is impossible for man...

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 move forward with the podcast, I am excited to anno...

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 are merely bumps Don't forget that you can change...

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 that make you comfortable and safe while you explor...

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 free meat provisions. Today is the last day to grab...

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 how he used the information from his journey to dev...

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 oneself. You can check out her free masterclass here:...

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 them? Maybe you can…maybe you can't; however,...

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 choices related to our health.

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/  

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 going slower than originally planned.

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 joyfulebony.com/thyroidawarenessmonth for all of the d...

This episode is all about patient portals.  It may be easy to call the doctor's office, but you also want to be able to see your health information at a glance and be able to message your care team.

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 brings me to a bonus! I'm so excited to share th...

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 usually impacted by these structural issues.  ...

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. You can reference healthypeople.gov in the US to r...

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 a health journal,but you need one now more than ev...

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. Share this with a friend! For more information, visi...

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 literacy, visit the following sites: https://www.hrsa...

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

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 Century Cures Act in the States. At a high level, this...