Migraine Freedom: Your way

What does the holiday season bring to the table for women who suffer from chronic migraines?

Aside from gift shopping and memorable magic, this season often brings us closer to extra toxins that lead to increased inflammation, causing a spike in health issues and migraines.

While we're getting into the holiday spirit, we also need to consider what these changes mean for our migraine pain.

In this week's episode, I'm covering the sneaky side of holiday toxins so you can enjoy the holly jolly season with less pain and more joy!

In this episode, you'll hear:

• The not-so-wonderful world of winter toxins.

• How our holiday decorations are migraine triggers hiding in plain sight.

• Why your decorations affect your overall health.

• A common cause of hormonal imbalance during the holidays.

• What you can do to enjoy the holiday season migraine-free.

Resources:

• Discover how toxins raise the migraine inflammation zone with my free Migraine Sensitivity Scorecard! Take this three-minute assessment and get access to your toxin results immediately. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/quiz

FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall Connect with Debbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

If you suffer from migraine pain, you already know that you will be reaching for the pill bottle just to make it through the holiday season.

You don't want to miss out on the joy and precious, irreplaceable moments with your head buried in the dark, so medication seems like your only solution.

However, we all know that migraine medication isn't the answer to full pain relief and just leaves you in a brain fog, along with other nasty side effects – many of which are long-term.

Liver damage, chronic inflammation (which is the cause of migraines, to begin with!), and toxicity, just to name a few.

On today's episode, you'll hear why reaching for pills isn't the merriest choice when it comes to managing your migraines this season.

If you're already worried about missing out on holiday fun, you won't want to miss this!

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why women are so quick to turn to pills to manage their migraines

• What happens when these quick fixes fail

• The long-term effects of using medication to numb the migraine pain

• What a Medication Overuse Headache (MOH) is – and what causes it

• Why medication is actually toxic

• How medication can increase inflammation, which is the leading cause of migraines

• The solution to sustainable medication reduction

P.S. Something exciting is coming on 12/26 that will help you tap into better health and heal your migraines. Stay tuned for more information soon!

Resources:

• If you're concerned about relying too heavily on medication this holiday season to manage your tasks and enjoy the celebrations, let's begin addressing the underlying issues now and bid farewell to those debilitating migraines. You still have time to make a difference. Every change you make gets you one step closer to freedom from your migraines! Our FREE 3-day challenge will teach you real, actionable tactics to manage your migraines without medication this holiday season. Register here! https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/challenge

• Get access to migraine-decreasing strategies that not only work but work fast! Grab this free guide to begin the natural method of flushing out toxins and finding migraine freedom! https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/free-guide

FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall Connect with Debbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

Have you ever slapped a label on yourself?

Do you think of yourself as 'the' migraine person?

The sick one, the lazy one, the unreliable one, the one who can't hold down a job?

Labels, when repeated often, morph into our reality and, when heard repeatedly by others, start to form the same image in their minds as well.

On today's episode of the Migraine Freedom Your Way podcast, we're discussing tangible exercises you can begin doing right now to help you remove the migraine label from your life and claim your true identity again!

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why migraine symptoms – and any health issues, really – don't define you

• Why using the migraine label negatively affects your relationship with family, friends, and co-workers

• How ditching your migraine label will massively improve your life

• 5 questions you NEED to ask yourself so you can remove the migraine label for good

• Daily steps to help you achieve your goals

• PLUS an action plan to get everyone in your life on board with embracing who you truly are

Resources:

• Book a call with Debbie to discuss a personalized approach to finding migraine relief. https://debbiewaidl.as.me/migraineclarityassessment

FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall Connect with Debbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

Do you rely on prescription medication to deal with debilitating migraines, joint pain, brain fog, chronic constipation, gut issues, and dizziness … only to find short-term relief?

For many, this has been a relentless cycle, accompanied by sleepless nights, anxiety, and depression.

This reality paints a grim picture of life for those who have been tirelessly searching for a solution, only to be met with temporary fixes that barely scratch the surface of the underlying issue.

Chronic inflammation.

If you don't believe this applies to you, I want you to think again.

Hormone imbalances, family genetics, past head or neck injuries, and complications from other health conditions all stem from chronic inflammation.

On today's podcast, I'm sharing my opportunity to connect with five members of the Freedom From Migraines Method who have experienced these struggles and have since triumphed over their health issues.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• The FFMM tools that helped these women not just battle their symptoms, but also address the root cause of their pain to end it.

• Why addressing the root causes of your migraines can unlock a life free from constant pain.

• How these women successfully managed to reduce their dependence on prescription and over-the-counter medications.

• Why ignoring your migraine symptoms – and the root cause of them – is detrimental to the future of your health.

Resources:

• Book a call with Debbie to discuss a personalized approach to finding migraine relief. https://debbiewaidl.as.me/migraineclarityassessment

FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall Connect with Debbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

Many of the women who suffer from migraines and wind up in my world consider themselves to have a Type A personality. Their to-do lists are a mile long, they are always on the go, and they thrive on the business of their day until migraine pain shows up.

They've tried all the diets, the new meds, and the alternative therapies, but their migraines repeatedly return.

That's because they're missing out on one key (and very simple) healing component that can change their health for good and stop migraines in their tracks.

Sheila is a busy educator, mom, and member of the Freedom From Migraines Method. When she discovered this secret treatment path, she encountered a major wake-up call and total transformation.

Today, on the podcast, she is joining me to share her experience inside the FFMM and how she used the power of self-care to heal.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• The #1 thing busy women who suffer from inflammation and migraines are missing

• Why being too busy is actually detrimental to your health

• Sheila's struggle to find effective treatment as a mom to three

• What Sheila did to reclaim her health and her joy so she no longer dreads pain.

• How FFMM has helped Sheila go from weekly migraines to monthly migraines while healing the root cause and improving her overall well-being

Resources:

• Book a call with Debbie to discuss a personalized approach to finding migraine relief. https://debbiewaidl.as.me/migraineclarityassessment

FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall Connect with Debbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

Are you interested in taking the alternative route to migraine relief after battling with pain for years?

Holistic methods like massage therapy, biofeedback, and acupuncture can be helpful in alleviating your migraines.

However, there are a few things you need to know before you begin this path of treatment.

In today's episode, I'm exploring alternative therapy methods and explaining when and why they work.

If you're ready to step outside of the pharmaceutical box, you don't want to miss this!

In this episode, you'll hear:

• A breakdown of alternative therapy methods

• My personal story and what it cost me when I tried alternative methods

• The catch to using them – and why they don't work miracles.

• Your #1 enemy when it comes to your migraines

• What you need to do so alternative methods actually work to relieve head pain

Resources:

• Book a call with Debbie to discuss a personalized approach to finding migraine relief. https://debbiewaidl.as.me/migraineclarityassessment

FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall Connect with Debbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

"If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are going."

A simple observation, but the more you think about it, the more it hits home when you deal with chronic migraines.

After working with hundreds of women who suffer from constant head pain, I've come to realize one thing. There is a path everyone thinks they're switching to in hopes of finding relief, but it turns out they've stayed on the same road all along.

In today's episode, I share what it takes to change directions and begin living a life free from migraines with a happier, healthier outlook on the future.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Treatment methods that hundreds of women have tried before switching paths to a long-term solution.

• The frustration that comes with hopping from treatment to treatment.

• The lightbulb moment that will lead you to better treatment success.

• My own personal story that helped me ditch my migraines for good.

• How the Freedom From Migraines Method can change your life when you suffer from chronic migraines.

Resources:

• Book a call with Debbie to discuss a personalized approach to finding migraine relief. https://debbiewaidl.as.me/migraineclarityassessment

FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall Connect with Debbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

Do you deal with spooky, irritating, and almost supernatural sounds that aren't coming from the outside world but instead in your head? Most women describe the sound as an annoying ringing in their ears, while some say they hear roaring, hissing, throbbing, or pulsating. If you experience this, then you already know I'm talking about tinnitus – a frequent ear issue that often accompanies migraines. In this week's episode, we are diving deep into what tinnitus is, who is most at risk for it, and what you can do to prevent it.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Who is likely to be prone to tinnitus and migraine pain

• How to recognize tinnitus symptoms

• The connection between tinnitus and migraines

• What you can do to get to the root cause of your pain for dramatic improvements

• PLUS recommended supplements (with the approval of your doctor)

Resources:

• Book a call with Debbie to discuss a personalized approach to finding migraine relief. https://debbiewaidl.as.me/migraineclarityassessment

FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall Connect with Debbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

This silent migraine magnifier is all around us and has been shown to have a significant impact on your health and your head pain.

Unfortunately, society has given it a free pass. It's been normalized, and many suggest that we can easily ban it from our lives.

Rather than trying to eliminate it completely—which is impossible—we can focus on manageable ways to reduce it.

If you guessed stress, you were correct.

In this episode of The Migraine Freedom Your Way podcast, we'll discuss simple, realistic ways to manage the daily stress that triggers migraines.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• How stress affects you physically, mentally, and emotionally.

• How motherhood magnifies stress and migraine pain.

• The long-term effects stress has on your brain.

• The stress hormone that is responsible for triggering your migraines.

• Practical steps to find relief.

Resources:

• Address the chronic stress that is triggering inflammation and migraines with this Stress Exercise. Download your worksheet now! https://migraineresources.s3.amazonaws.com/stress.pdf

FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall Connect with Debbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

Ladies, we've all been through it, haven't we? Living with relentless pain and going to great lengths to find relief. We've navigated the world of over-the-counter pills and prescription meds, received injections, and even considered or undergone surgeries.

This is exactly what Jessica, recent Freedom From Migraines Method graduate, dealt with for years before finding our program. However, before enrolling, she was skeptical about making yet another financial investment since other approaches never seemed to work.

On this episode of The Migraine Freedom Your Way podcast, Jessica shares her story about how she took the plunge, joined the program, and is now over 90% migraine-free!

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why Jessica and her husband were skeptical about joining the FFMM.

• How they funded this life-changing investment.

• Where Jessica is on her migraine-freedom journey after graduating four months ago.

Resources:

• Learn more about the Freedom From Migraine Method and see if the program is right for you. Book a free call with us to discuss your current migraine journey and how we can help you live pain-free. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/schedule-your-call

FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall Connect with Debbie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.