Migraine Oasis
A podcast sharing information, support, and healing strategies based on the science-backed MindBody Connection approach to reversing Migraine pain for sustainable relief.
The host, Karen Ash, ACC suffered (past tense) from Chronic Migraine for 34 years before finding the work of Dr. John Sarno, Nicole Sachs, LCSW, Dr. Howard Schubiner, Alan Gordon, LCSW, the Curable App, and others educating on the role stress and emotions have in dysregulating our nervous system, sending unsafe signals of danger to the Brain, which triggers pain as a protective mechanism to remove us from the treat.
While this information can be used for any MindBody Chronic Pain condition, I felt it important to create a community for the 1 BILLION living with Migraine to come together and speak about the nuances of our unique pain experiences. Join us to gain more pain-free days, one episode at a time! xx
Migraine Oasis
My Story – MindBody Healing Ended Chronic Migraine & Brought Me Back To Life!
In this episode, I share my personal journey from daily headaches in my teens to chronic migraines as an adult, and from their onset to discovering and implementing MindBody healing techniques for relief. I’m transparent that the road was not always a straight one. I talked about taking two steps forward and one back, but the reality is that I sometimes took many more steps back than forward until I learned to trust this could work for me. I realize now that small steps added up to big gains.
I'll explain the MindBody connection and nervous system dysregulation, then move into how I've managed to drastically reduce my migraines. Learn why I created Migraine Oasis, my experiences with various medications, how chronic stress caused a sustained feeling of “Fight or Flight” that damaged my health to the point of an extended sick leave from work, and the transformative impact of emotional processing and stress management. I hope this episode offers you hope and practical insights for your own healing.
00:00 Introduction to My Journey
01:27 Understanding the MindBody Connection & Nervous System Dysregulation
04:00 Founding Migraine Oasis
06:58 Early Life and First Symptoms
09:32 University and Early Career Challenges
12:34 Corporate Life and Increasing Migraines
15:41 Depression and Therapy
17:11 A New Career Path
28:31 The Turning Point: Discovering MindBody Techniques
31:09 Embracing the MindBody Connection
42:20 Final Thoughts and some Next Steps for you
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Resources mentioned in this episode (in order of mention):
- Nicole Sachs, LCSW @ www.breakawake.com, YouTube channel, Podcast: “The Cure For Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs, LCSW”, FB Group “Journal Speak with Nicole Sachs, LCSW”, Author of “The Meaning of Truth”
- John Sarno, MD – Author of “Mind Over Back Pain”, “Healing Back Pain”, “The Divided Mind”, “The Mindbody Prescription”
- Curable App @ www.curablehealth.com
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Education and techniques discussed in this Podcast originate from many sources, countless hours of research, training, and self-healing unless otherwise noted.
Music credit: MomotMusic, Kyrylo Momot
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Disclaimer: Information provided by Migraine Oasis & Karen Ash is for general informational & educational purposes only & is not a substitute for medical advice, psychotherapy, or counselling. Utilizing any of the education, strategies, or techniques in the podcast is done at your own risk. Consult with a physician before engaging in any suggested movements. If in immediate danger, call a local emergency number or go to the nearest emergency room.
