In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast emotional drivers series, Heather McKean reveals how suppressed anger, unresolved childhood trauma, and emotional repression contribute to UC and other inflammatory bowel diseases. She explores why so many people feel trapped in cycles of pain and how Mind Change techniques can help release deep-seated emotional patterns to support healing. If you’re struggling with UC, IBS, or other gut-related issues, this episode offers powerful insights into the emotional roots of your condition—and how to break free.

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What we covered in this episode: 

🧠 Mind-Body Connection & Autoimmune Disorders – Ulcerative colitis (UC) is not just a physical condition; it’s deeply connected to unresolved trauma and subconscious emotional patterns.

🔥 Suppressed Anger & Emotional Repression – Many people with UC unknowingly push down anger, resentment, and frustration, leading to chronic gut inflammation.

👶 Childhood Trauma & Control Issues – Individuals with UC often grew up in environments where they felt powerless, rejected, or unable to express their emotions, leading to a deep-seated need for control.

🚷 Self-Sacrifice & People-Pleasing Patterns – Many struggle with overextending themselves, suppressing their needs, and fearing rejection, which keeps their nervous system in a constant state of stress.

💡 Recurring Emotional Triggers & Flare-Ups – UC flare-ups often correspond to subconscious triggers—old wounds being activated without conscious awareness, keeping the cycle of illness going.

🔄 Healing Through Mind Change® – True healing comes from rewiring subconscious beliefs, releasing trapped emotions, and breaking destructive thought patterns to support gut health and overall well-being.

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