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Dare to Hope: Holistic Healing from Cancer, Autoimmune Conditions, and Chronic Pain

#34: Dare to Hope: Holistic Healing from Cancer, Autoimmune Conditions, and Chronic Pain

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Imagine being told you’ll have to live with chronic pain for the rest of your life—and then proving them wrong.

In this powerful episode, Jennifer Garcia shares her deeply moving story of healing from Stage 3 cancer, autoimmune conditions, and chronic pain. Despite the odds stacked against her, Jennifer dared to hope and now thrives. 

Jennifer’s story begins in a place many of us know too well—chronic pain, debilitating fatigue, and a feeling of being stuck in survival mode. She was living in a "functional freeze," unaware of how much her body had shut down to cope with the overwhelming pain. Like so many others, she was told her conditions were untreatable. But instead of accepting a life of limitation, she found a way to heal.

Her journey is a testament to the incredible power of the mind-body connection, resilience, and self-healing. If you’ve struggled with chronic pain or autoimmune issues, you’ll want to tune in to learn the tools she used to take her life back. 

Stay with us until the end as we share actionable tips and wisdom that can help you start your own healing journey today.

Jennifer Garcia holds a Master of Arts in Clinical and Counseling Psychology and has been married for 25 years to her soulmate, Steve. Together, they have two wonderful young adult children. Diagnosed with multiple chronic problems, Jennifer’s journey has been filled with significant health challenges.

Press play and listen to how, through resilience, holistic healing, and support, you, too, can thrive. Are you ready to “Dare to Hope”? 🥰


✨What you can learn from this episode: 

00:00-Introduction
03:00-Facing Multiple Chronic Conditions
08:40-Dare to Hope
35:14-Jennifer's Healing Journey
40:02-Practical Tips for Your Own Healing Path
41:29-Medical Trauma and Recovery


✨Wisdom and healing points to live by:

  • "Healing isn’t a straight line. There will be ups and downs, but each step forward brings you closer to your best self." 
  • "You deserve to be empowered in your healing journey. Don’t let anyone tell you what’s not possible." ~Ana
  • "Dare to hope. That’s where healing begins—by believing that it’s possible to get better." ~Jennifer
  • "Gratitude has been my lifeline. Even in my hardest moments, I found something to be grateful for." ~Jennifer
  • "I didn’t just survive, I learned to thrive—and it all started with believing in myself and my ability to heal." ~Jennifer 

 

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💫Links mentioned in this episode:

  • If Jennifer’s story inspired you, and you’re ready to reclaim your life from chronic pain, let’s chat! Schedule a free discovery session with me to learn how you can ignite your own healing journey. Visit Be Healthy with Ana to take the first step today!

 

🌷 More on this topic: 
→ #18: Chronic Pain Self-Care: https://portal.behealthywithana.com/blog/18
→ 33 Self-Care Practices for the Mind, Body and Soul: https://www.behealthywithana.com/post/self-care
→ Things to Do When You’re Overwhelmed (blog): https://www.behealthywithana.com/post/overwhelmed
→ Learn more about Visceral Manipulation: https://www.behealthywithana.com/visceral-manipulation

 

 

 

 

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Ana Marinho is a self-healing specialist and physical therapist. For over 15 years, she has been empowering clients to heal from chronic pain, take control of their health and get their life back.

 After healing holistically from cancer, she committed her life to building a self-healing movement. She has written a best-selling book, Ignite Your Inner Healer. She is an international speaker and has been featured on NBC, A Teaspoon of Healing podcast, and the Annual NC Lupus Summit. You can find her teaming up with wellness experts to explore a range of healing modalities on her “Be Healthy with Ana” podcast. 

 In her “Be Healthy Academy”, a Holistic Health Mastery Program, she hosts monthly workshops that support members to implement the 4 Pillars of Self-Healing. Her clients learn how to blend science and holistic healing to rewire the brain and reconnect with the body to make changes that last.

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