Chronic Conversations

In this episode of Chronic Conversations, Katherine Rose is joined by Jodi Taub, a psychotherapist with nearly 30 years of experience specializing in chronic illness and rare disease. Jodi, who lives with Primary Immunodeficiency and over 30 related health conditions, joins the show to discuss the psychological landscape of life with complex health issues. Together, they explore the necessity of validation, the reality of medical gaslighting, and how to reclaim your identity when your body feels

In this episode of Chronic Conversations, Katherine Rose addresses the frustration many women face: "I’m doing everything right, but I still don’t feel good." If you’ve ever felt like your body is broken or that you're stuck in a cycle of temporary fixes, this conversation offers a powerful shift in perspective. Katherine explores the idea that symptoms aren't the enemy, they are your body’s way of communicating that its "bucket" is overflowing. Tune in to learn how to move away from silencing s

In this episode of Chronic Conversations, Katherine Rose dives into the "warm water trend" that has been taking social media and news outlets by storm. While the wellness space is often cluttered with passing fads, Katherine explains why this particular habit has merit—provided you do it with intention. Tune in to learn how to transform a simple cup of warm water into a powerful morning ritual that supports your digestion, liver health, and cellular hydration. Host Bio Hosted by Katherine Rose,

Welcome to Chronic Conversations, the podcast dedicated to providing a voice to the stories behind chronic symptoms. In this episode, host Katherine Rose dives into a topic that is often overlooked: how loved ones can truly support those living with chronic illness. Navigating a world that often doesn't see or understand the daily struggle of long-term conditions is a challenge, and today’s conversation serves as an "instruction manual" for the friends, family, and "villages" who want to help bu

In this episode of Chronic Conversations, we dive deep into the world of boundaries, not as walls that push people away, but as essential tools for self-love and health. Our guest, Elizabeth Harrison, explains how boundaries are a way of communicating how we need to be loved and how they are intrinsically linked to our nervous system and physical well-being. We explore the challenges women face in setting limits due to social and religious conditioning, the impact of early attachment styles on a

In this episode of Chronic Conversations, we explore the powerful intersection of biology and psychology with Megan McGee. Megan shares her journey from a chronically ill child to a nutrition expert who now helps women navigate autoimmune conditions and hormone balance. We dive into the concept of embodiment, relearning how to listen to your body’s innate wisdom and breaking free from the "noise" of the diet industry. Megan explains how high-stress lifestyles and historical trauma often lead to

In this episode of Chronic Conversations, we dive deep into the physiology of stress and the transformative power of the breath. Our guest, Eileen McDonald, a former critical care nurse turned holistic coach, shares her powerful story of being diagnosed with Celiac disease over 30 years ago after a long period of being dismissed by the medical community. We explore how stress isn't just "in your head" but is a biological state that dictates how our bodies function. From understanding the "fight

In this powerhouse episode of Chronic Conversations, we are joined by Shemekka Marty, a woman whose personal health journey includes: Lupus survivor, kidney transplant recipient, and caregiver since the age of ten. Shemekka has transformed her "real-world PhD" into a mission to bridge the gap between high-level sports, underserved communities, and the healthcare system. We dive deep into the reality of medical burnout and the "game" of healthcare. Shemekka shares her "loopholes" for managing a

In this episode of Chronic Conversations, we dive deep into the world of somatic experiencing and applied neurology with specialist Diana May. For those living with chronic illness, autoimmune conditions, and chronic pain, the relationship with the body can often feel like a battlefield. Diana explains why our bodies enter states of "collapse" or shutdown and, more importantly, how we can meet ourselves with compassion in those moments rather than fighting for a "fix." We discuss how the nervou

In this episode, Katherine dives into why many women in their 40s feel like they are "running on fumes" despite managing their visible stress. Katherine explores the concept of hidden stressors: physical, environmental, and emotional factors that hijack your hormones and trigger your body’s stress response (the HPA axis) without you even realizing it. The episode shifts the narrative from "this is just aging" to "this is a body sounding an alarm," providing actionable steps to lower your toxic

In this episode of Chronic Conversations, we tackle a topic that is often the "hidden" root cause of chronic illness: Mold. We are joined by Adam and Sean from The Mold Show, a dynamic duo specializing in mold remediation and medical-grade inspections. They break down the science of why mold is more than just an "allergy," why your landlord’s bleach solution is dangerous, and how to tell if your unexplained symptoms, from brain fog to autoimmune flares, are actually coming from behind your walls

In this episode, Katherine dives into the invisible world of Electromagnetic Radiation (EMR). While most of us are inseparable from our digital devices, we rarely consider the physiological impact of being "always on." This episode explores the science behind how wireless signals affect our blood, sleep, and nervous systems, with a special focus on the heightened risks for children. Host Bio Hosted by Katherine Rose, Certified Integrative Health Practitioner, Personal Trainer, founder of Recla