The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard

This week Bonni shares vulnerably about the ups and downs of her healing journey, She talks about the valuable lessons she's learning as she continues to walk this very non-linear path toward wellness.

Show Resources:

• Episode with Mollie Lowery, Bonni's personal health coach: https://shows.acast.com/the-chronically-courageous-with-bonni-howard/episodes/behind-the-scenes-of-bonnis-healing-journey-with-mollie-lowe
• Please e-mail Bonni directly at [email protected] if interested in starting your own podcast.

Connect with Bonni:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• Email

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Sarah Small, otherwise known as The Uncensored Empath, was a self-described “sponge to the universe’s problems”.  Her highly empathetic nature caused her to take on the emotions of everyone around her. She believes there is a strong connection between emotion and chronic illness and like so many others, all of her deeply felt emotions manifested into physical illness. 

Diagnosed with stomach migraines at the age of seven and then anxiety, fibromialgia, celiac disease and other autoimmune conditions later in life, she learned and applied a multitude of healing modalities to herself. 

Today, Sarah is a thriving life and success coach for other empaths. She teaches healing modalities such as emotional freedom technique, nervous system retraining, breathwork, and more. Sarah is a wealth of knowledge, as you’ll hear in this conversation. Enjoy! 

Some things you’ll learn:

• About Sarah (1:11)
• About Sarah’s chronic illness journey (2:58)

Some questions Bonni asks Sarah:

• Do you see a connection between chronic illness and trauma? (12:07)
• Do you still label yourself as chronically ill or do you consider yourself healed? (18:30)
• What helped you to break through your limiting beliefs and become the strong business leader you are today? (22:32)
• How do you advise that people protect their energy in the crazy environment of 2020/2021? (29:29)
• Can you speak about emotional inflammation? (35:17)
• How do you define courage? (46:48)
• What are you offering currently? (49:13)

Connect with Sarah:

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook
• The Uncensored Empath Podcast
• 21 Days of Healing Book 

Connect with Bonni:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• Email: [email protected]

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Listen to hear how Natali overcame her diagnosis, learning to nourish her mind and body and claim the greatest measure of wealth, HER HEALTH.  

Some things that you’ll learn:

• About Natali  (1:11)
• How did chronic illness change your perspective in life? (7:12)
• The relationship between inner peace and health (11:01)
• About the journey method (17:57)
• The daily routine that keeps Natali healthy physically and mentally (24:06)

Some questions Boanni asks Natali:

• About Natali’s journey with chronic illness (3:01)
• How do you tune into your body? (8:55)
• What would you say to people who are in a dark place to start getting out of that space? (16:05)
• Do you have any clients that you’ve helped through their chronic illness? (19:27)
• How do you teach people to love their bodies again? (21:21)
• What is your “why”? (22:15)
• Where can people get started with incorporating movement into their lives? (26:04)
• What have been some your biggest takeaways from Tony Robbins? (27:56)
• What do you do to change your state? (30:05)
• How do you define courage? (36:12)

Connect with Natali:

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/krizannatali/
• Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/KRIZANNATALI/

Show Resources: 

• The Journey Method: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Journey-Using-Method-Yourself-ebook/dp/B005PSL1VE

Connect with Bonni:

https://www.instagram.com/thechronicallycourageous/

https://www.facebook.com/bonni.howard

[email protected] 

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This episode is captivating, mesmerizing, and filled with hope for anyone who has been told what they can’t do.  

As just fifteen years old, Joy flew off a cliff on a motorbike and was declared dead on an operating table. Nine later she was hit by a drunk driver and suffered both internal and external injuries. She was told by doctors that her leg needed to be amputated and that she wouldn’t live past 30 years of age.  

At the time of recording this conversation on December 28th, 2020, Joy was twice the age she was told she’d live to, 60 years old. And by the way, not only did she keep her leg, but she became a medal winning ballroom and Latin dancer.  

Joy lives by the words “incurable only means curable from within” and claims that her perspective is her superpower.  She is a published author certified in over a dozen healing modalities. Joy now teaches others to “reprogram their brains for optimal levels of productivity and JOY”.  In addition she teaches how to clear stress in three minutes or less, dissolve emotional trauma painlessly, and experience JOY regardless of circumstances. 

Some things that you’ll learn:

• About Joy  (1:07)
• How she became a world expert in clearing stress (6:47)
• The most important thing Joy learned (12:05)
• What we are taught about pain (14:53)

Some questions Boanni asks Joy:

• What do our symptoms mean from a larger perspective? (12:44)
• Why she named herself Joy (20:12)
• You’ve done a wonderful job of turning a difficult situation around. What inspires you to do that?  (22:20)
• When you look back over your life why do you think all of these things happened? (28:40)
• Do you think differently because of the brain injuries? (30:45)
• How in the world can we possibly get rid of our stress in three minutes? (32:03)
• How do you define courage? (44:17)

Connect with Joy:

Website:  https://experiencejoy.com/

Show Resources: 

• Video on How to Clear Stress in 3 Minutes or Less: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NfrG7VQk_I&feature=youtu.be
• Go Fund Me:  https://www.gofundme.com/f/JOYs-Jaw-Miracle?fbclid=IwAR2q_yW63GRCku_xK0V9pJjWnFm1bcN3S2EqtXRGanDmjjpmgsCn0DIisy4
• You Can Heal Your Life Book: https://www.amazon.com/You-Can-Heal-Your-Life/dp/0937611018

Connect with Bonni:

https://www.instagram.com/thechronicallycourageous/

https://www.facebook.com/bonni.howard

[email protected] 

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Adam Kruger, had a picture perfect life until the age of thirteen, when some personal events threw him into a downward spiral of stress and illness. At the age of fourteen, he found himself in the most excruciating, debilitating pain of his life, leaving him unable to keep food in his body. After a year of searching for answers, he was diagnosed with Duodenal Crohn's Disease. 

Through various modalities and lifestyle changes, Adam managed to get his symptoms under control and went on to create a very full and satisfying life. Adam has worn many hats including TV host, inspirational speaker, podcaster, and executive coach, but his biggest measure of success is how he is able to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Adam truly embodies the name of his podcast, Enhanced Living, and in this episode shares so many strategies to help us all live a more enhanced life. 

Some things that you’ll learn:

• About Adam  (1:11)
• The autoimmune condition that Adam was diagnosed with (2:30)
• How Adam started eating vegetables again (6:09)
• What he discovered worsened his condition and how he used this discovery to manage his symptoms (6:55)
• How Adam’s daily routine helps him maintain his spiritual, physical, and emotional health (33:17)
• Offerings that Adam and his wife, Cherice have available (38:10)
• Adam’s words of advice to anyone going through chronic illness (39:48)

Some questions Boanni asks Adam:

• How do you manage and reduce your stress? (7:40)
• Do you feel that stress is a root cause? (11:52)
• How do you define success? (18:21)
• If you could eliminate having Crohn’s from your life would you? (23:34)
• What tips can you offer to help people who are still dealing with chronic illness? (26:04)
• How do you personally define courage? (37:20)

Connect with Adam:

Website:  https://www.theadamkruger.com/

Enhanced Living Podcast: https://www.theadamkruger.com/podcast-1

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1472827032897144

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadamkruger/

Show Resources: 

• The Celestine Prophecy Book: https://www.amazon.com/Celestine-Prophecy-Adventure-James-Redfield/dp/0446671002
• International Academy of Self Mastery: https://iausm.com/

Connect with Bonni:

https://www.instagram.com/thechronicallycourageous/

https://www.facebook.com/bonni.howard

[email protected] 

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Keri Faith suffered with chronic pain from the young age of three. It took a lot of patience, perseverance, and an open mind to discover the root cause and ultimately the solution to healing her pain. 

After suffering for close to 40 years, Keri Faith learned to shift her ways of thinking and moving through life. She is now an author, coach, podcaster, and speaker living a life in alignment with her true purpose.  

Some things that you’ll learn:

• About Keri Faith (1:11)
• What Keri Faith believes healed her pain (11:55)
• About Keri Faith’s book, Pillars to Positivity (37:47)

Some questions Bonni asks Keri Faith:

• Can you start by telling us about your journey with chronic illness? (2:46)
• What help did you seek out? (7:45)
• Once you addressed your depression, did you still have the pain? (9:55)
• What was the thing that you think made all of your physical pain go away? (13:23)
• What do you think is the biggest thing you’ve learned through your health challenges? (19:25)
• What would you say to someone who is in a really dark place right now? (24:24)
• What would you tell people who are struggling with self confidence as a result of their health issues? (33:42)
• What does courage mean to you? (46:07)

Connect with Keri Faith:

• Website: https://kerifaith.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerifaithonpurpose/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keri.knudtson
• Keri Faith On Purpose Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keri-faith-on-purpose/id1520310511

Show Resources: 

The Havening Technique: https://www.havening.org/about-havening/faqs

Pillars to Positivity Book: https://www.amazon.com/Pillars-Positivity-Transforming-Self-Doubt-Self-Belief-ebook/dp/B0874QSFR8

Connect with Bonni:

https://www.instagram.com/thechronicallycourageous/

https://www.facebook.com/bonni.howard

[email protected] 

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Jennifer, who started her career as an attorney over 25 years ago, never would have predicted that she would be led to energy healing.  Her quest for answers to her childrens’ severe, anaphylactic allergies and autoimmunity sent her on a journey of seeing doctor after doctor. Her final hope was something she never thought she’d explore, but desperate for answers she began to explore Allergy Release Technique, Emotion Code, and other lesser known healing modalities. 

She saw such dramatic results with her childrens’ healing that she felt called to bring such healing to more people and sought out formal training as an Emotion Code/Body Code practitioner. She now lives in such an elevated state of gratitude for being able to help people to overcome chronic pain, illness anxiety, depression, asthma, and more!  

Some things that you’ll learn:

• About Jennifer (1:23)
• What lead Jennifer to do the work that she now does (2:34)
• How Emotion Code works (8:13)
• An explanation of Level of Consciousness (14:24)
• Potential processing symptoms one might experience after an Emotion Code session (21:55)
• How doing this work has helped her manage her mother’s recent passing due to Covid (23:44)
• Success stories that Jennifer has had with clients (24:40)
• The benefit of “shielding” and how to do it (38:08) 

Some questions Bonni asks Jennifer:

• Can you explain what the Emotion Code is? (6:31)
• Can you explain muscle testing? (12:45)
• Can you explain what the heart wall is? (32:21)
• What offerings do you have and where can people find you? (57:45)
• How do you define courage? (1:02:33)

Connect with Jennifer:

• Website: https://www.balancetowellness.com/
• Join Jennifer's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancetowellness/?ref=share

Connect with Bonni:

https://www.instagram.com/thechronicallycourageous/

https://www.facebook.com/bonni.howard

[email protected] 

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Sinead was experiencing severe stomach pain and was told it was nothing serious, but she persisted until the doctor’s finally agreed to give her a colonoscopy. She was heartbroken to awaken to the news that she had undergone emergency surgery to remove a large portion of her cancerous bowel, leaving her reliant upon a colostomy bag.  For years, she was dependent upon family to help with her young daughter as she was in and out of the hospital. 

Sinead’s story of healing is truly remarkable. She is now in good health and living a life where she helps others to discover their soul’s purpose and heal from various physical and mental health conditions. This episode is loaded with wisdom about root causes of illness and the steps that can be taken to heal from deep, traumatic wounds. 

Some things that you’ll learn:

• About Sinead (1:11)
• How physical illness relates to all the things we do see, feel, and think. (13:55)
• Why Sinead decided to change course from being a traditional therapist to an energy healer and coach. (19:58)

Some questions Bonni asks Sinead:

• Can we talk about your cancer diagnosis and journey? (2:58)
• When they did your surgery did they remove your bowel? (4:43)
• How have you navigated around having a colostomy bag? (5:51)
• What gave you the courage and insight to know that you could eat what doctors said you never could again? (11:35) 
• What made you decide to become a coach and a healer? (17:35)
• What client success story would you like to share? (21:15)
• What suggestions would you give my audience to begin the healing process? (25:35)
• Can you tell us about Soul Plan Readings? (28:31)
• What offerings do you have currently and opening up in the future? (32:27)
• How do you define courage? (33:27)

Connect with Sinead:

• Website:  https://healwithsinead.life/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heal.with.sinead/

Connect with Bonni:

https://www.instagram.com/thechronicallycourageous/

https://www.facebook.com/bonni.howard

[email protected]

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This week Bonni responds to several questions posed by her listeners. 

Some things that you’ll learn:

• The single most important shift Bonni made on her healing journey
• The craziest suggestion Bonni ever received when she shared about her chronic illness
• How Bonni handled the guilt of having to count on her loved ones when her illness prohibited her from doing the things she once could 
• The most meaningful gift Bonni could get for her birthday

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5. Click “Write a Review” in the center of the screen. You’ll then have the option to rate the show on a 5-star scale and write a review 

Connect with Bonni:

https://www.instagram.com/thechronicallycourageous/

https://www.facebook.com/bonni.howard

[email protected] 

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This week listen in as Bonni talks to her fiancé, David Pinkus, about her recent time away to focus on healing at a deeper level.  You will learn what she discovered about herself, the impact of childhood trauma on her physical health, and some steps that she took toward healing more deeply that you can take too! 

Some things that you’ll learn:

• The reason Bonni brought David on the show with her today (1:45)
• Why Bonni went away vs stayed local to work on her healing (4:32)

Some questions David asks Bonni

• Why did you choose Sedona for your healing retreat? (2:43)
• Why was your reason for going alone? (5:45)
• What were you most afraid of when you went? (6:28)
• What was going through your mind on the way to Sedona? (8:31)
• What work did you do on yourself while you were there? (10:33)
• Can you talk about some of the work you did and what you might suggest people do? (11:36)
• Did anything unusual happen there? (13:11)
• Did you have any epiphanies on the trip? (16:15) 
• Did you achieve what you were hoping to achieve? (17:44)
• Is there more you want to share about the exercises that you did? 
• Anything else you’d like to share? (19:06)
• Have you identified the next specific thing to do on your healing journey? (24:48)
• How do you introduce yourself recently vs before? (27:08)

Show Resources: 

• Healing in Sedona: https://www.sedona.net/spiritual-health

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2. Choose “Search” from the bottom row of icons and enter The Chronically Courageous 
3. Select the show under Podcasts (not under Podcast Episodes)
4. Underneath the header information, choose “Reviews” (the middle of three screen options)
5. Click “Write a Review” in the center of the screen. You’ll then have the option to rate the show on a 5-star scale and write a review 

Connect with Bonni:

https://www.instagram.com/thechronicallycourageous/

https://www.facebook.com/bonni.howard

[email protected] 

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