Show Summary:  "I’m not waging war against my body. Lyme is not my identity. I am not a diagnosis, and I am not a disease.” Living with Lyme disease can be a frightening and isolating experience. It is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and mistreated, leaving people with symptoms that can make them feel unsafe in their bodies. Neurological symptoms such as extreme brain fog, ice pick headaches, difficulty articulating thoughts, and stinging and numbness throughout the body can cause you to question your personality and identity. Despite these ailments, you can choose not to be defined by Lyme disease and embrace a life of purpose, joy, and self-acceptance. Today, we are pleased to welcome Chelsea, a dedicated advocate for Lyme disease. In this episode, she candidly discusses her inspiring journey of living with Lyme disease, why she embarked on her own healing without solely relying on doctors' diagnoses and treatments, and how she overcame emotional hurdles to rediscover her true self. If you are struggling with Lyme disease and feel like you have nowhere to turn, I urge you to listen to this episode and find hope in Chelsea's journey. Tune in to Episode 61 of the Gutsy Health Podcast for comfort and inspiration.   Exceptional Highlights: The constant pressure to perform at a high level can result in a chronic state of heightened stress response and can lead to elevated cortisol levels in the body.You cannot heal a body from Lyme and chronic infections when your nervous system is dysregulated.Letting go of labels, overcoming traumas, and mastering emotional regulation can be life-changing for people with Lyme disease. Show Highlights:   03:02 - The insidious cause of Chelsea’s Lyme disease 07:34 - Lyme disease can manifest differently in each patient’s body 08:41 - Lessen the burden on your immune system ASAP 09:54 - What does regulating your emotions have to do with managing Lyme disease? 18:03 - Stop asking doctors to tell you what to do and instead ask your illness what it wants to teach you 21:45 - Chelsea’s amazing natural home birth story with her fourth child 26:57 - The rollercoaster symptoms of Lyme disease 31:41 - If you have an autoimmune disease, you most likely grew up with trauma, people-pleasing, and living your life in a way that didn’t serve you 31:52 -  How to live a beautiful, elevated life despite Lyme disease 36:22 - Humans can learn a lot by watching how animals live and release stress 38:37 - Meditation and mindfulness is just as important as academics or sports Important Links:  Gutsy Health AcademyGutsy Health Podcast InstagramProvo Health WebsiteThe Parasite Epidemic Free ClassIT'S GIVEAWAY TIME!🌈It's your chance to WIN a FREE HAIR ANALYSIS! 🤯To enter, here are the mechanics:💕 Follow us here on IG @gutsyhealthpodcast💕 Then, leave us a review on your favorite streaming platformSuper easy!After two weeks, we will pick a listener to win our hair scan.Note: The giveaway doesn't include a consult; it's just the hair analysis.Submit your entries now