From the Ashes

Humbled by a Health Crisis: A Nurse's Journey through Topical Steroid Withdrawal with Lilian Cooper

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About our guest, Lilian Cooper: Colombian-born and New Jersey-raised, this 43-year-old now calls California her home. Being a world traveler and a lover of all things dance, Lili’s world was turned upside down when she made a drastic decision regarding her health in 2015. This decision would alter the course of her career and eventually cause her to do a 180-degree pivot into new realms of health and wellness. Her journey with topical steroid withdrawal is becoming more and more common, especially on social media. By sharing her healing journey, she hopes to inspire others to discover their own path towards recovery.

Timestamps:

  • [01:22] Lili’s Nursing Journey: Lili discusses her experience as a travel nurse and her transition to California.
  • [02:22] Healing Crisis: Lili shares her battle with eczema and topical steroid withdrawal, detailing the physical and emotional toll it took.
  • [07:18] Career Shift: The challenges Lili faced returning to work and the pivotal decision to leave her night shift job.
  • [13:11] Embracing Holistic Healing: Lili's exploration of Ayurveda, sound healing, and other holistic practices during her recovery.
  • [18:32] The Impact of Western Medicine: Lili’s critique of the Western medical model and the importance of considering lifestyle and holistic approaches.
  • [30:32] Realizing the Mental Impact: How Lili connected the dots between her physical symptoms and mental health after leaving the hospital.
  • [36:40] Current Healing Journey: Lili reflects on her current state of health and ongoing recovery practices.
  • [38:03] Sound Healing: We discuss the benefits and personal experiences with sound baths and energy healing.
  • [45:41] Dance as Healing: Lili’s journey with salsa and voguing, and how dance has been a crucial outlet for her throughout her healing process.

    • Special Segment: Stay tuned after the main episode for an additional conversation with Lili Cooper, where she dives deeper into her personal experiences with topical steroid withdrawal and the challenges faced during her recovery.

    Resources Mentioned:

    • Follow Lili Cooper on Instagram: @liliwaveslbc
    • Learn more about Dr. Marvin Rapaport and his work on topical steroid withdrawal

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        From the AshesBy Valerie Hwang Beck