Hopeless? Maybe you feel like one of the people I will read and share from who are feeling so low and depressed and down. BUT... I then am going to share some very hopeful messages of healing from those that see the light at the end of the tunnel and have experienced restored health and happiness!    This episode is meant to: make you understand you are not alone give you stories you can connect with remind you that healing WILL happen for you too!    This is a message to give you...

In a couple of days it'll be a new month, September 2022, and I have decided to challenge myself for the hell of it! I've heard great things about the carnivore diet, and I thought, why not! On top of that, I wanted to do a bit more to challenge my mental strength as well, so I have decided to give up alcohol and other things.  This episode will discuss what I'm doing and what I'm quitting for 30 days. It will discuss the benefits of the carnivore diet that I've learned about and more! I...

If you've ever wondered why your skin gets more itchy at night, this episode of the podcast is for you.    The reason for the itch in the evening?... Your skin has its own cycle 😮   Your body has its own circadian rhythm while you sleep and, get this, your skin does too! ☀️During the day, your skin thickens and produces extra sebum to help protect it from the sun and environmental aggressors.    🌙 Here's the circadian rhythm changes that happens in the evening with your skin...   Oil...

Pretty sure we just became best friends 😂 In this episode, I talk with Cynthia, a realtor from Canada who has been documenting her TSW journey through her TikTok channel. To her surprise, she went to bed one night after posting a video, and woke up to hundreds of messages that her video had gone viral! Just more confirmation that the world needs to learn more about this preventable condition!  Cynthia gives us a refreshing look at Topical Steroid Withdrawal from her vulnerable and raw...

Just a quick update as I enter into month 9 of my TSW journey!

In this interview with mama bear Ceally Smith, we talk about how being an advocate for your child when it comes to all things health is critical. Ceally shares her journey as a mom with helping to heal her son as he battled  About Ceally: From humble beginnings in the midwest to now living in Kansas City MI, the heart of America Grew up Catholic. Had a lovely childhood Ceally was always a curious child, questioning everything Was married very young at 20 years old & had her 1st...

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Eliminate Stress (a HUGE trigger for us) & Protect Your Peace and Healing. I give 10 Tips in this episode for how to set healthy boundaries with friends and family so that you can ensure your health and healing continue improving. Offer Mentioned*  If you wish to chat with me and see if you'd be a good fit working with me for support coaching through your TSW journey, please reach out on social media or email [email protected].

Shay is a fearless young TSW warrior that's also got Borderline Personality Disorder.  Shay opens up about her TSW journey, her mental health and much more in this vulnerable episode.    Tune in and share this episode with anyone you know how is struggling simultaneously with their mental health and their skin!   Show Notes: 9:07 - borderline personality disorder 10:18 Why Shay says TSW is a blessing in disguise *12:50 - Shay reads a passage from a therapist recommended book that will...

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Listen to 32 year old Cannabis farmer Luke Spaulding tell his experience going through Topical Steroid Addiction and Withdrawal.   Luke's background: California native. Moved to Oregon and is in the process of building his Cannabis farm. Has a love and appreciation for agriculture and alternative medicines for healing.   At one point during his 6 months of TSW, Luke was working on his farm in the heat and had to make a bed of dirt to lay on while giving orders to his farm hands because his...

As my healing journey continues and progress is certainly being made, this weekend a comment was made that I think I need to address because more than likely, you've experienced a comment or two like this one and it's made you feel unworthy or undesirable. The event started when I shared with a few people this video of this brave beautiful TSW warrior which you can watch here: https://fb.watch/e4aCm3M_YZ/ After talking with my therapist about this just days after, I had come to realize what...

Tune in as Leila and I discuss all things gut health and eczema elimination diet and learn how she was able to heal her TSW in just 3 months!!   ----------------------------------    Show Notes:  Homeopath Karen Fischer eczema elimination diet She went back on steroids in the beginning to take care of her kids Then totally off all steroids as of January 2020 Be sure to also check out these episodes that are related! What Supplements Should I Take To Help With My Skin? Interview...

Sleep! Anyone suffering with Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome (TSWS) or any dry skin condition (Eczema, Atopic Dermatitis, Psoriasis) is no stranger to lacking sufficient sleep. They also probably will associate lack of sleep with increased anxiety, brain fog, irritability and itching.   If you have not already listened to episode 10 "TSW Sleep Struggle: Tips For Insomnia" go check that out, but in the meantime, here are some additional tips you may have not thought of! Please...

Tracy is a world renowned formulator in the nutraceutical industry. He began his career while residing in Japan. While living there for several years he was schooled in organic chemistry and botanical medicine (Kampo Igaku) receiving a Doctorate in Pharmacognocy. He is the formulator of over 900 dietary supplements and skin care products and the developer of multiple patents in absorption enhancement technologies. Tracy is also an author of four books and has taught and lectured at worldwide...

After 200 days makeup-free, I was able to wear makeup!  Finally... Confidence... but to my surprise... it didn't come from applying the makeup.  Finally feeling proud of my skin for its progress and health and healing, and loving it WITHOUT makeup, feels amazing. Let me tell you some more in this episode. Tune in and be sure to subscribe.

SHOW NOTES: July 6th 2022 will mark Grace being 2 years topical and oral steroid free! Grace thought her skin was flaring due to going to the gym and using lots of cleaning products. This led her to discover TSW after watching a documentary on the skin condition. First 6 months were hardest for Grace. Used a hot water bottle when ice didn't work. Mental battle is the hardest. MW (moisture withdrawal) didn't work for her at all. She suggests to stay comfortable. Used Sudocream in the...

Taking a shower used to be a nice, peaceful, enjoyable routine. NOT ANYMORE. In this episode I share my experience of how water feels like acid during some of my months going through TSW, and how you can listen to your body and cope with this stage of healing. Key takeaways?  You are not "dirty" if you need to stop showering and avoid water (or try things like MW, or NMT) LISTEN to what your body is telling you and obey Know that this stage will NOT last forever and you will enjoy...

Christopher Ignas got brave and put it all out there because his mission to spread awareness was too big not to!  Chris's story is powerful and one you want to be sure to tune into. Show Notes: Wife had to feed him TSW felt to him like a thousand paper cuts Prescribed Dupixent from doctors, said no Did use Chinese herbs Eating clean, no processed foods Found Jordan Hendy’s TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@ctrl.skin) and learned a lot from there Chris took Prednisone while in...

If you're new to the show, or have been tuning in every week for new episodes, I wanted to take a minute to pause and actually define TSW and answer the question to What is Topical Steroid Withdrawal.  To read more about this, visit the What is Topical Steroid Withdrawal blog post here. ------------------ What is Topical Steroid Withdrawal? Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) Syndrome is an iatrogenic condition that is caused from the use of topical steroids to treat a skin problem, such as...

Sandra joins us from Ireland and discuss everything from how to use Aloe Vera Plant gel for itch and burn relief, as well as sleep, stress and more! Her Biggest Tip: try not to stress!! & Remember... time heals - don't give up -------- 2:55 - stopped taking steroids June/July 2021. Things were fine until November. After November thats when the real issues started. Flares started getting bad, itching, bleeding, hot and cold sweats, oozing, smell, nightly sweating (had to change...

I remember the night I felt like I wanted to die... I dive into memorial day weekend here in the states and how the reminder of those who's lives have been lost made me remember one of my darkest days battling Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome. You are not alone when you have dark thoughts and are feeling hopeless. I see you friend.  Remember... You CAN beat this. Resources: Suicide Prevention Number: 800-273-8255 Visit the blog for more:...

In this episode, Claire Bailey joins me as we discuss all things gratitude, empathy for others, and her take on trusting pharmaceutical companies.  We would love to hear your feedback!  Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave feedback! Share this episode with anyone who could benefit!   And be sure to check out the blog for more helpful resources and tips at https://www.tswjourneytohealing.com/  #tsw #topicalsteroidwithdrawal #pharmaceuticalcompanies #tswjourneytohealing

In this episode I discuss my journey with weekly infrared sauna sessions and cryotherapy! The infrared sauna benefits for skin are HUGE and I want to share my experience with you! My sauna and cryo sessions started on January 18th 2022 and I whole heartedly believe that much of my healing progress is thanks to these two treatments. Check back here and the blog at https://www.tswjourneytohealing.com/ for a list of at home saunas you may wish to invest in!

Show Notes: Brenda is from Colorado, USA. Her daughter had eczema and peanut allergy. She has been taking care of her husband who has been in TSW since October 2021. He is 54 years of age. Suppressant drugs are western medicine. Brenda has noticed that her husband's mood changes have been the biggest change she's noticed. He has asthma and terrible allergies on top of TSW. "What would the body have done if we hadn’t done this (taken immunosuppressants)?" Steroids just take...