The Remade Life Podcast

In this powerful and vulnerable episode of The Remade Life Podcast, I take you behind the scenes of the emotional and somatic work that shaped my healing from autoimmune disease. I open up about the identities I formed in childhood, the protection patterns my nervous system clung to, and the internal environment that made autoimmune disease feel necessary for my survival. I also share the exact sp...

In this episode, Daniela unpacks the idea of “accidentally healing” autoimmune disease. What started as a spark of curiosity during her time in sports performance has evolved into The Remade Method, a holistic approach rooted in movement, body intelligence, and strength training. She shares how shifting focus from managing symptoms to building human potential can transform the healing journey in u...

In this insightful episode, Daniela invites you to rethink what it really means to be “in charge” of your healing journey. While many focus on treatment plans and medical decisions, Daniela explains why the foundation of true healing begins long before the doctor’s office. It begins with your daily choices, your self-trust, and your commitment to meeting your body’s basic needs. Drawing from her p...

When starting a new medication, it’s easy to feel uncertain, especially if you’ve worked hard to live holistically. In this episode, Daniela reframes what it means to take medication without fear and guilt, by exploring the body’s innate intelligence and the real medicine behind healing: trust. Whether you’re just beginning your autoimmune journey or finding peace with your current treatment, this...

The Remade Life Podcast is back for the fall season! In this catch-up episode, I share some life and health updates, celebrate milestones for Remade Wellness, and reflect on how emotional patterns have shaped my healing journey. With stories ranging from ultimate frisbee to deeper lessons about self-trust and love, this conversation weaves together a little humor, honesty, and insight into the rea...

In this episode of The Remade Life Podcast , Daniela sheds light on the often-missed starting point of healing autoimmune symptoms: understanding and reconnecting with your body.  In a world that constantly tells you what's wrong, this episode invites you to discover what’s right with your body and why building trust is the most powerful first step. You’ll learn how to stop dismissing your bo...

In this episode of The Remade Life Podcast , I ask the thought provoking question: Are you getting in the way of your healing? Join me as I unpack the tension between holistic and pharmaceutical approaches, share raw insights from my lupus journey, and challenge the narratives we’ve inherited about what healing truly means. Reflections on the emotional aftermath of a flare-up and returning to medi...

In this episode of The Remade Life Podcast , I continue sharing my personal health journey with kidney inflammation. After returning to the hospital for a second time, I grappled with worsening symptoms, unexpected medical complications, and the struggle to advocate for myself when my treatment plan wasn’t working. Tune in as I explore the challenges of trusting my body’s signals, navigating confl...

In this episode I’m sharing a deeply personal and unexpected turn in my healing journey—how I went from being medication-free for a year to facing a health crisis that forced me to reconsider everything. If you've ever struggled with the balance between holistic healing and medical treatment, this episode is for you. Let’s dive in. The Turning Point: How an intense event, stress, and lifestyl...

In this (re)launch episode, I catch you up on the past year of healing, growth, and new beginnings. Here’s what you’ll hear: The unexpected hiatus: Why I paused the podcast and what brought me back. Health challenges: Navigating a severe kidney inflammation flare-up, two hospital stays, and my journey back to medication. Major milestones: Graduating from massage therapy school. Opening my dream we...

Welcome back to The Remade Life Podcast! Coach Dani brings the energy in this episode, shedding light on why all work, indeed, works. If you've been feeling discouraged on your healing journey, this one's for you. Coach Dani explores the synergy between internal and external work, sharing personal experiences,  and shining light on why all work, indeed, works.  In this episode: Navigatin...

Coach Dani dives into a topic that affects many navigating autoimmune diseases – Exercise Intolerance. It's like lactose intolerance, but for your workout routine. Imagine it as your body raising a hand and saying, "Hey, I need a break!" Coach Dani breaks down this phenomenon, offering insights, solutions, and a sprinkle of her own journey to help you unravel this often misunderstoo...

In this episode I am addressing a common concern for those with autoimmune diseases: exercising with chronic pain. If you have ever wondered, “How can I exercise with chronic pain,” you’re going to want to tune in. I understand the struggle of wanting to stay active while experiencing the challenges of chronic pain. I am sharing some valuable insights and practical tips to help you shift your rela...

Ever felt the need to complicate solutions, like me? 🤷‍♀️ In this episode, I’m sharing why complicated solutions might be keeping you from healing autoimmune disease. Overthinkers and overachievers, this one's for you! In this episode:  Why we complicate things The brain and complicated solutions Keeping my wake up routine simple  Ways you complicate health, fitness, and autoimmunity  Self T...

In this podcast episode, I'm excited to share my 6-month update on living a medication-free life. It's been quite a journey, and I've made it a point to document the process, focusing on the big milestones. The coolest part? On the official 6-month mark, I realized I had spent the entire day without even thinking about medication. That's a win in my book! A recent tough week le...

Welcome back to Season 2! 🎉 Dive into the latest episode where I tackle the intriguing question: Does autoimmune disease shape your identity? While you may instinctively respond with a resounding "No!" – the reality might surprise you. Uncover the subtle ways in which autoimmune conditions may subtly influence who you are, especially if: 🗣️ You frequently utter the words "I have&qu...

A review of my Word of the Year for 2023: Fortitude. While reflecting on this year’s theme, I realize that I took on a lot of new ventures that helped me to grow personally and professional. Listen in to hear about how “fortitude” helped me take on some exciting new beginnings.  Why I choose Fortitude for 2023 Word of the Year Restorative Bodywork Sessions  Trying new things in 2023  Word of the Y...

Ever wondered about the emotional root cause of systemic inflammation? By delving into long held anger, you release the tension that's held within your nervous system, thus inviting healing into your body.  Free yourself from the identity of sickness, with this newfound perspective, so you can step into your role as a healer.    In this episode:  Guest podcast episode with Anna Hartman  Opera...

Healing autoimmune disease requires looking deeper than just the physical symptoms – its requires an intentional exploration of the unresolved emotions underlying the physical expression of disease. In this episode we’ll discuss how unresolved emotions get stored in the body and later become the foundation for autoimmune disease.  How emotions become frozen in our body The Psychosomatic Connection...

Prepare to receive the support you’ve always wanted. But first, it starts with you supporting YOU. The key to gaining your family’s support is to first, know what you need to be supported, and second, SHOW them how to support you.  In this episode:  Prepare your body to handle the stress load Create an ally system to support you  Create your game plan ahead of time  How to handle conversations and...

Have you ever thought about the power of self-trust in your healing journey? Discover how engaging in honest self-reflection can lead to a stronger level of trust within ourselves, especially while grappling with ailments like autoimmune diseases. Let’s explore the often-ignored emotional root causes of such conditions, such as simmering rage that can go unnoticed for years. I’ll share my insights...

Healing, whether physical or emotional, appears to be a daunting journey, a mountain too tall to climb. Which is why most of us spend too much time asking, “Am I ready to heal?” But there might be a better question.  In this episode:  Healing is a process A better question than “Are you ready to heal?" Do your trust yourself?  Interruptions that come up in healing What healing really is The e...

Imagine being a teenager, grappling with the tumultuous phase of adolescence, only to be diagnosed with a life-altering autoimmune disease, Lupus. That was my reality at 16, and I'm peeling back the layers of this personal journey for you, sharing my experience with mysterious symptoms, the lengthy diagnosis process, and the emotional upheaval that came with it. I hope this episode serves as...

Listen in as  I candidly share my personal journey through exercise: how I went from being a high school athlete, through college strength training, to discovering CrossFit, and eventually finding my own formula for strength training. More importantly, I'll share the life-changing lessons I learned about the importance of recovery and how I identified the five crucial factors to consider when...

Join me as I share the lessons and insights from my medication-free journey. Navigating life without medication hasn’t necessarily been a walk in the park, but I have found solace in strategies to manage my autoimmune symptoms. From optimizing my hydration, embracing gentle movement, and implementing a simple 5-minute head and neck massage, I have found ways to drain inflammation away from my join...