In this raw and practical episode (recorded 11/15/25), holistic wellness coach Karen Ann Canham shares her journey from severe eating disorder and residential treatment to leaving a 10-year corporate career to coach full-time.

We dive deep into why high-achievers and sensitive souls keep cycling between burnout and collapse, and how somatic experiencing, nervous-system regulation, and parts-work therapy (IFS) finally break that pattern when traditional talk therapy falls short.

Karen explains the vagus nerve in plain language, demonstrates simple 30-second vagus nerve resets you can use anywhere, unpacks the "stoplight" model of stress states, and reveals how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and hyper-achievement are actually intelligent protective parts trying to keep you safe.

We also cover:

• The real difference between coaching and therapy (and when you need which)
• Why chronic stress shows up as autoimmune issues, anxiety, depression, and gut problems
• How to know if you're ready for body-based work vs needing clinical support
• Why none of us are ever "completely healed" – and why that's okay

If you struggle with overthinking, perfectionism, burnout, or feeling emotionally dysregulated – this episode is for you.

Learn more about Karen: karenannwellness.com