Autoimmune and You

There are plenty of doctors, influencers, and other professionals that claim they have the answers to healing your autoimmune disease. In this episode, we talk about how detrimental it can be to strictly follow a protocol, treatment, or another person's approach to holistic healing. Are you giving someone else control over the trajectory of your own journey or are you trusting your own ability to...

While there are plenty of diets and protocols out there, there is no true 'one-size-fits-all' when it comes to individual eating habits and autoimmune healing. Erika shares a big update regarding her diet and why she has recently made some changes. As humans, our diet is meant to change as we evolve and go through different seasons of life. We talk about what it feels like to go through these shif...

We have a big announcement to share with you! We have one last-minute spot that has become available for our Healing Through Community retreat and we are sharing all the details with you. If you love the message we share and you align with our podcast, this is your sign to become a part of our first ever annual autoimmune retreat. The workshops, connections, and experiences at this retreat will ch...

We love hearing your stories and how you resonate with our podcast episodes! Every single message we receive from you means so much to us and motivates us to keep sharing about our journeys. In this episode, we read some social media messages and emails we have received in the last few months and share some updates regarding next year's Autoimmune and You retreat. ---  To be added to our 2023 Hea...

Intuition is one of the most disregarded components of our human experience, especially on our health journeys. In this episode, we discuss what intuition means to us, how we use it, and what it’s done for our personal healing.  ---  To be added to our 2023 Healing Through Community autoimmune retreat waitlist, email us at: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com! CONTACT US: Podcast: IG: www.instagram....

We all have an identity as a human being but that tends to shift after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. We talk about how we identified previously and how that has evolved us into who we are today. Sometimes clinging to past identities can keep us from stepping into a new version of ourselves that aligns with our health journey. --- To be added to our 2023 Healing Through Community aut...

Have you ever paid attention to the way you feel during and after your time on social media? Does it make you feel more empowered or more discouraged about your diagnosis? Social media can be a positive, uplifting, and resource-filled place, however most of us don't realize the opposite effect it often has on our mindset. We talk about the importance of curating what you see on your social media f...

Life has a funny way of throwing unexpected circumstances our way when we least expect it. In this episode, we talk about how to manage your mindset and emotions when things just don’t seem to be going the way you want. Sometimes, we have to lean into the lessons in life’s contrasts and simply trust the process. Hear how each of us have navigated recent challenges in our personal lives. --- To be...

We share some big life updates and dive into our own personal struggles with mindset and health lately. The relationship between the body and mind are not always linear, and it can be difficult to maintain a positive mindset when dealing with a flare up. The reality is, changing your mindset is not always going to be the thing that gets you out of a flare up, however it can help you navigate throu...

We continue our conversation from Episode 41 about various alternative treatments we have tried since we were diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. There is a common misconception that holistic treatments can only be used exclusively as a replacement for a Western approach, however these types of treatments can also provide tremendous benefits when used in conjunction with medications. ---- CONTACT...

We frequently talk about the mindset aspect of our autoimmune journeys but this discussion highlights physical changes we have experienced in our bodies. We discuss the differences between where we were at physically prior to our diagnosis compared to where we are today. We also talk about how to make adjustments based on how you're feeling day to day as well as giving yourself grace and accepting...

We discuss various alternative treatments we have tried since we were diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Rachel shares her recent experience with acupuncture and Erika talks about the work she has done with her naturopathic doctor. We also touch on a few other things we have tried over the years including less costly options like breathing exercises and energy healing. Stay tuned in coming episo...

For many people, a flare up after having Covid-19 feels very different than a typical autoimmune flare up and we share our own experiences. We each share medication and life updates and also discuss what it's like to feel supported by loved ones while on your health journey vs. feeling alone. ---- CONTACT US: Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel...

We often put emphasis on who we want to become on our health journey but it's sometimes more about who we need to un-become to feel our best. We share the contrasts between who we were then and who we are now. Learn how we have evaluated and adjusted our habits, beliefs, and perceptions of ourselves post-diagnosis. ---- CONTACT US: Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmunea...

It’s a new year, which means a fresh opportunity to improve your health and wellness. In this episode, we discuss creating sustainable routines and habits that align with your healthiest and happiest version of yourself. Listen to learn practical and effective tools to improve your mindset around practices, and remain consistent throughout the year.  If you are interested in attending our nex...

We talk about where we started one year ago to where we are today in our podcast journey. Our mission has always been to change the narrative of the autoimmune community but we talk about how our vision to achieve that has changed over the past year. We also share some exciting goals for the new year, our personal growth experiences, and some reviews from listeners. If you are interested in attend...

The holiday season can be hard to navigate when we are around friends or family members that don't relate to an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. We discuss how to balance your eating habits with holiday indulgences and temptations. Learn how to prepare your mindset for social gatherings, have tough conversations about the reality of living with autoimmune disease, and continue to be your own best advo...

Rachel shares an update on her medication experience, and Erika discusses medication options for herself. We also talk about how our podcast has evolved over the last year. We are so humbled to be able to reach so many listeners and positively impact your autoimmune journey by sharing about our own. There are important Healing Through Community autoimmune retreat updates at the end! If you are int...

We invite you to participate in our newest challenge with us for the month of December! (Details on our Instagram page @autoimmuneandyou). We also share some of our favorite holiday self-care items - share this episode with a friend or family member for gift ideas! Scroll down to view all items discussed in this episode as well as a couple discount codes. Enjoy! ---- EPISODE SPONSOR:  NuNatur...

We discuss finding balance between holistic healing and western medicine options during your autoimmune journey. Rachel gets vulnerable and shares big news about a decision she recently made. We talk about the mindset of doing what is best for you in the moment and not assuming that you have to stick with one option permanently. If you are interested in attending our next info call for our Healing...

Exciting news! Our podcast is officially sponsored by Nu Nature Superfoods. To celebrate this new partnership, we share our favorite smoothie recipes. We also share more details on our Autoimmune and You Healing Through Community Retreat. If you are interested in attending, please send an email to: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com. ---- Episode Sponsor: NuNature Superfoods www. NuNature.com Code: AUTOIM...

We are back together in California and recorded this episode while sitting right next to each other! We talk about our climbing trip in Joshua Tree, being able to relate to another person living with autoimmune disease, and Rachel shares about a vulnerable topic that has been on her mind lately. ---- SIGN UP FOR UPDATES ABOUT OUR 2022 AUTOIMMUNE RETREAT: Email us a screenshot of your podcast revie...

This COVID-19 pandemic has been really tough on all of us, especially those of us in the autoimmune community. There are many decisions we have to make daily surrounding health, vaccination, medications, social interactions and more. Those decisions are often judged by other people or cause us to carry stress that we are unaware of. We discuss our experiences navigating this pandemic and trying to...

We break down why a health coach can be an essential part of your support system while living with an autoimmune disease. Learn how our one-on-one coaching can empower you to create the happiest, healthiest version of yourself. We also discuss our individual programs and how to find the right coach for you. Relatability, accountability and personal connection with your health coach will enhance yo...

In this weeks’s episode, Erika shares her experience with getting Covid and how she is recovering. We also discuss how we are trying to balance a social life during a pandemic, how to support a healthy immune system, and the extra concerns we have while living with an autoimmune disease. ---- SIGN UP FOR UPDATES ABOUT OUR 2022 AUTOIMMUNE RETREAT: Email us a screenshot of your podcast review at ---...