Be You Podcast

281 - When Your Body Signals Loudly - Why I Burned my Arm and Got a UTI


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Join Jill for the five-year anniversary of Be YOU - a special live podcast event celebrating 300 episodes of the podcast - on Saturday, October 25th from 1–5 p.m. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tickets are selling fast at jillherman.com/beyou, and discounted rooms are available at a boutique hotel right next door!

Jill spends some time this episode reflecting on her recent move from a large country home to a downtown apartment, candidly sharing how she broke free from her lifelong pattern of procrastination and stress around big projects. By embracing help, delegating tasks, and staying in her "zone of genius" for project management, Jill is happy to announce that the move went remarkably smoothly.

However, she also acknowledges a lingering blind spot - neglecting her own personal space which has triggered a discussion around her tendency to prioritize others' needs over her own. Drawing on the wisdom of a psychologist friend, Jill unpacks the deeper significance of the physical symptoms that she experienced around this transition, including a UTI, yeast infection, and a burn on her arm. Through this lens of mind-body-spirit connection, she shares some powerful revelations about releasing control, honoring feminine intuition, and allowing herself to fully feel and process the complex emotions stirred up by major life changes.

Jill also stresses the importance of self-compassion over self-judgment and invites listeners to be open to the potential messages that their own bodies and experiences may be trying to convey to you. This episode of Be YOU offers listeners a raw, relatable, and insightful glimpse into Jill's world, encouraging you to approach your own life with curiosity and courage!

Show Notes:

[01:32] - Jill recently moved into her new apartment, overcoming her lifelong stress pattern. [03:21] - By planning early and delegating, Jill managed the move efficiently and used her strengths. [05:35] - Rather than micromanage, Jill organized tasks, accepted help, and made smart, timely decisions. [07:18] - Despite his initial resistance, Jill's husband ended up joyfully helping with multiple moving loads. [10:10] - Jill argues that compassionately feeling your emotions allows for healing, clarity, and growth. [13:57] - Jill explores the symbolic meaning behind sudden illnesses reflecting grief and transition. [16:12] - Jill discusses the dangers of pleasing others at the expense of your own pleasure. [19:25] - Hear how Jill released resentment and embraced healing. [21:24] - Jill believes that her deep sensitivity is a gift that fuels her art, rooted in her Scorpio sun, moon, and Mercury. [24:08] - Jill reveals that she has restarted her book and even has a title in mind! [25:00] - Jill reminds listeners of her upcoming Be YOU anniversary event in October. [28:25] - It's never too late to change your mind and embrace transformation with self-compassion and surrender!

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