In the Season Three kickoff episode of Made to Be Whole, host Krista Michener revisits and expands on the foundational Pillars of Healing framework—demonstrating how these guiding principles apply to the complex treatment of autoimmune encephalitis (including PANS/PANDAS) and chronic infections. Krista shares new insights drawn from her own family’s recent experiences, emphasizing the importance of identifying the root causes, holistic testing, and individualizing care to support healing from persistent neurological and immune challenges. Listeners gain expert advice on combining medical innovation, personal introspection, and resourceful investment in the journey toward wellness.

Topics Discussed in This Episode:

• What Are the Pillars of Healing and How Do They Apply to Autoimmune Conditions?
• The Critical Role of Comprehensive Testing: Why “Guessing Is Expensive Too”
• Balancing Infection, Inflammation, Immune Function, and Integrity as Core Healing Domains
• Genomic Testing and Its Impact on Individualized Care Plans
• Navigating Financial, Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Investments in Healing
• The Importance of Community, Support, and Introspection in the Recovery Process

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Cunningham Panel / Autoimmune Brain Panel: https://www.moleculera.com/
• IntellxxDNA Genomic Testing: https://intellxxdna.com/
• CareCredit healthcare financing: https://www.carecredit.com/
• AHP Integrative Health: https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/

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