Healing Chronic Illness with Marly

Marly explores the profound impact of challenge and discomfort on brain health, resilience, and personal growth. She discusses neuroscience principles, biblical insights, and practical strategies to build resilience through deliberate challenges, especially for those recovering from chronic illness. #neuroplasticity #resilience #challenge #brainhealth #stress #growth #chronicillness #neurofeedback...

In this episode, Marly shares her personal journey with Lyme disease and explores how neurofeedback, specifically NeurOptimal®, can support nervous system regulation as part of a comprehensive healing approach. She emphasizes the importance of supporting the whole person, not just targeting pathogens. Marly, along with Global Lyme Alliance Editor, Jennifer Crystal have used this transformative tec...

Join us as Mandy Meehan shares her decade-long journey navigating ME and CFS, exploring root causes, effective protocols, and the spiritual aspects of healing. This episode offers hope and practical insights for those on the healing path. #ChronicIllness #ME #CFS, #RootCause #HealingProtocols #Neuroplasticity #Mold #Infections #SpiritualHealing #healing #health #wellness #complexillness #lyme 00:0...

In this episode, Marly explores the complex role of histamines and mast cells in chronic illness, highlighting how their dysregulation can affect various body systems beyond allergies. She shares insights on triggers, symptoms, and holistic approaches to managing MCAS and related conditions. Histamine's role beyond allergies Mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) Triggers of mast cell overreacti...

A study from John Hopkins confirmed that: Live music reduces cortisol by 41%. Live music raises dopamine by 25%. Live music relieves clinical depression within 20 minutes. Patients who listened to live harp music before and after surgery required 21% less pain medication than those who did not. In this Episode, Marly provides insight on how music can help to heal your nervous system. Explore the p...

In this episode, Jill Davis shares her inspiring journey from chronic illness to health empowerment through lifestyle medicine and neurofeedback. Discover how addressing stress, trauma, and brain health can transform lives and prevent diseases like Alzheimer's. Keywords: stress resilience, neurofeedback, lifestyle medicine, chronic illness, brain health, Alzheimer's prevention, trauma, hol...

This episode explores the importance of a simple, intentional morning routine for healing from chronic illness. Marly Jones, ND, shares practical tips on how to start your day in a way that supports nervous system regulation, circadian rhythms, and overall well-being. Keywords: morning routine, chronic illness, nervous system, circadian rhythm, healing, stress resilience, sleep, hydration, movemen...

In this episode, Lorri Kurcher shares her inspiring journey from a service-oriented background to becoming a functional medicine expert. She discusses hypermobility spectrum disorders, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and practical lifestyle strategies for managing chronic illness, emphasizing the importance of diagnosis, self-advocacy, and holistic care. Keywords: functional medicine, Ehlers-Danlos, hyper...

This episode explores the concept of metacognition—thinking about your thinking—and how it can transform mental health, stress management, and peak performance. Marly explains the neurobiological foundations of metacognition and offers practical strategies to enhance self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience. Keywords: metacognition, mental health, stress management, brain neurobiology,...

In this episode, Marly explores the root causes of anxiety that occurs without apparent reason, emphasizing the importance of understanding nervous system patterns and practical methods to reset brain function. She discusses how stress impacts the brain, the limitations of mindset alone, and introduces neurofeedback as a tool for healing. Key Topics: Nervous system's role in anxiety Impact of...

This episode explores the nature of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), its causes, symptoms, and effective treatment options including therapy, medication, and innovative approaches like Neuroptimal brain training. Marly Jones, ND, provides clear insights and practical tools for understanding and managing OCD. OCD, mental health, therapy, medication, Neuroptimal, brain training, ICBT, ERP, menta...

In this episode, Marly Jones ND explores the vital role of the vagus nerve and the biology of safety in healing chronic illness. She shares practical tools and biohacks to support nervous system regulation, emphasizing the body's innate ability to self-heal. Keywords: vagus nerve, chronic illness, nervous system, polyvagal theory, healing, safety, biohacks, neurofeedback, self-healing, stress...

In this episode, Marly Jones ND explores the connection between neurodivergence and chronic illness, emphasizing the importance of understanding and working with your nervous system. She offers practical strategies like sensory gating, rhythmic movement, and gentle self-care to promote nervous system regulation and healing. Keywords: neurodivergence, chronic illness, nervous system, sensory sensit...

This episode explores innovative approaches to healing trauma that go beyond talking therapies. Marly discusses ancient practices, modern neuroscience, and practical exercises to help rewire the brain and release emotional burdens effectively. The Lakota Tribe uses a practice they call, Wichanpi Woyute - star feeding to process trauma that dates back to the 1400s. In 2019, Researchers at John Hopk...

Marly Jones, ND, discusses the importance of stress resilience and brain training for managing chronic illness and improving overall health. She shares personal experiences, insights on neurofeedback technology, and practical self-care strategies to support brain health. Keywords: stress resilience, brain training, neurofeedback, chronic illness, neuroplasticity, NeurOptimal, self-care, mental hea...

Marly shares how ancient Greek athletes trained their minds to overcome fear and build resilience, and how these principles apply to modern stress management and performance. Key words: stress resilience, fear management, ancient Greek athletes, neuroscience, performance, stress, identity, exposure therapy Key Topics: Mental training of Greek athletes Fear and stress management Neuroscience of fea...

Marly Jones, ND shares 10 scripture-rooted affirmations to empower your daily life, strengthen your faith, and promote healing. Learn how spoken words can align your mindset with God's truth for peace, guidance, and resilience. Keywords: faith, affirmations, scripture, healing, mental health, spiritual growth, daily practice, encouragement Key Topics: The importance of spoken words and affirma...

Marly discusses brain-centric longevity strategies, emphasizing stress regulation, sleep, muscle health, and nutritional support to slow aging and enhance resilience. longevity, brain health, stress management, sleep optimization, muscle preservation, glycine, neurofeedback, peptides, metabolic health Key Topics: Brain regulation as the foundation of longevity Impact of chronic stress on aging Rol...

This episode explores the importance of rotational movement, fascia, and the psoas muscle in healing chronic pain and stress. Marly discusses how natural movement patterns can be restored through practices like rope flow to reduce tension and improve mobility based on David Weck's, The Weck Method. 03:18 Understanding the Role of Fascia in Movement 06:19 The Importance of the Psoas Muscle 08:3...

Keywords: healing, chronic illness, movement, nervous system, balance, sound therapy, resilience, wellness, David Weck, BOSU Takeaways: The nervous system is crucial for movement and healing. Movement should be integrated with breath for optimal health. Safe balance challenges can help improve body awareness. Sound and vibration can aid in releasing stored trauma. Chronic illness requires a gentle...

Marly introduces the idea that staying calm is not just a personality trait but a skill that can be trained. Drawing from a personal story about struggling with anxiety and panic after a head injury, she shares advice from a psychologist: the nervous system can be conditioned to respond with calm instead of overwhelm. She reflects on how a traumatic brain injury contributed to anxiety, depression,...

Summary In this episode of the Healing Chronic Illness podcast, Marly Jones dives deep into the often-overlooked role of testosterone in men's health, particularly during midlife. She emphasizes that low testosterone is not merely a matter of libido but can significantly impact mental health, leading to symptoms such as anxiety, depression, fatigue, and brain fog. Marly clarifies that these is...

Summary In this episode of "Healing Chronic Illness with Marley," Marly Jones delves into the heavy topics of resentment and unforgiveness, emphasizing their detrimental effects on our mental and physical health. She introduces the concept of 'Name It to Tame It,' which encourages listeners to recognize and validate their feelings rather than suppress them. By contextualizing exp...

Kewords: chronic illness, neurofeedback, resilience, stress management, nervous system, healing, mental health, emotional regulation, Neuroptimal, brain training In this episode of Healing Chronic Illness with Marly, the host discusses the challenges of life and how they affect our nervous system. Marly introduces Neuroptimal neurofeedback as a gentle approach to help the brain recover from stress...

reas of interest: holistic health, autism, neurofeedback, keto diet, community support, natural medicine, family wellness, ingredient household, unique abilities, parenting Summary In this episode of Healing Chronic Illness, Marly Jones interviews Elizabeth Johnson, who shares her family's journey through autism diagnosis and the transformative power of holistic health practices. Elizabeth dis...