Yoga Yoga Yoga. As mentioned in the episode, yoga is one of the biggest achievements of globalization. This week Tausha tries to give a different perspective on the practice of yoga because many of those who suffer from chronic illness are semi triggered or offput by the word or the idea of it. It is often pushed by able bodied persons who don't truly understand. Though YOGA IS NOT A CURE, it is an addition to lifestyle that will only benefit the user.

The amazing yoga channel I follow:  @Boho Beautiful Yoga  
The Black Leaf Tea and Culture Shop: Haze tea https://theblackleaftea.com/products/2020-7-3-hahd4caw5cigd8jvlrno8bpnx4q03o

#yogaismedicine #stretchingmuscles #yogaforbeginners

How are y'all functioning?

Acupuncture is most commonly looked at as alternative medicine but with Functional Neurological Disorder being a bit of an alternative disorder, those of us who deal with it should be open to therapies and intervention strategies from other regions and cultures. 
Host Tausha discusses her experience with the traditional chinese medicine; how it works, some history and whether or not she recommends it for persons suffering from FND and even other ailments. 

Be Intentional. Be Faithful. Be humble. 

#alternativemedicine #herbalmedicinetechniques #meridianpathways

FND affects the entire body but where do they begin?  The Central Nervous System plays a big role in what we feel and it is protected by the spine.  Adding a chiropractor or chiropractic care to your medical team is highly recommended. Though it may not be for everyone, making sure that the spine is in the best position for the nervous system to be successful could be the game changer to symptom management. 

Heyy my TEAspoons!!
Losing friends and feeling misunderstood by your friends is very common when you suffer from chronic illness. Tausha discusses how she maintains friendships, develops new friendships and makes efforts to try to be a good friend despite balancing symptoms and functional neurological disorder flares. (Even as an introvert) 

Lotus tea by the black leaf tea and culture shop 
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#makingfriends #crewlove #realrelationship

Functional Neurological Disorder and driving are not the best of friends. Hell, FND and walking aren't even friends; so what are us FND warriors supposed to do about transportation? Host Tausha discusses 3 of her top tips on how she deals with FND and continues to be able to drive. She also discusses what her alternate options are when she can't drive. 

*PLEASE NOTE* I am not a doctor or any type of advisor, consult a medical professional before getting behind a wheel if you are AT ALL questioning if you should or not.

Be intentional. Be faithful. Be humble. 

She needed a hero so that's what she became- Author Unknown

3 tips on how to maintain independence while dealing with FND symptoms. 
How to function when one day might be a self sufficient day and the other you might not be able to move from the bed by yourself. 

Parenting is a hard enough job without a chronic illness. This episode gives the TEA about parenting while experiencing FND symptoms. Discussing what the experience is like, how to manage it for yourself and how to help your child/children better understand what you are experiencing. 

What the heck is FND? Host Tausha gives an overview of functional neurological disorder and her personal experience with accepting the diagnosis. 

#FND #functionalneurologicaldisorder #chronicillness 

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