In this deeply personal and tender episode of the Deep Rooted Healing podcast, I share the story of discovering I had Hashimoto’s—an autoimmune thyroid condition that marked the beginning of a powerful and unexpected healing journey.

When I was first diagnosed, my lab results were the worst my doctor had seen. I was told I would need to be on thyroid medication for the rest of my life. And for many years, I followed that path, doing my best to manage my symptoms while carrying the weight of that prognosis.

But over time—and through a series of quiet, intuitive nudges—I began to explore alternative healing practices. Reiki became a doorway into a different kind of relationship with my body, my voice, and my energy. I started to understand how much I had been holding in my throat: the unspoken words, the suppressed emotions, the fear of being too much or not enough. I began to heal not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually.

Eventually, I made the decision to wean off the medication and trust in the healing journey I was walking. And now, 1.5 years later, my most recent labs show that my thyroid levels are normal and healthy—a shift that both humbles and amazes me.

In this episode, I explore:

• The symptoms and diagnosis of Hashimoto’s—and what the labs revealed

• Living with the belief that I would always need medication

• What led me to explore Reiki and other holistic healing practices

• Deep work with the throat chakra and the emotional wounds held there

• Healing my relationship with self-expression and reclaiming my voice

• How energy work and inner listening supported physical transformation

• The miracle of my body’s ability to heal, in its own sacred time

This episode is an offering for anyone walking the path of chronic illness, emotional suppression, or self-discovery. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t linear, but it is possible—and that your voice, your truth, and your energy hold incredible wisdom.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Reiki and intuitive healing

• Throat chakra work

• Inner child connection

• Healing through expression and voice

• Lab work and medical shifts over time

Thank you for listening and being here with me. May this story remind you of the power within your own healing journey.

With love,
Emma

Emma Freeman is a Reiki Practitioner, Mixed Media Artist, Intuitive Medium and Teacher in Wisconsin. She is sober, a Highly Sensitive Person and a spiritual seeker.

You can learn more about her and what she creates and offers at www.deep-rooted-healing.com.