In today’s episode of What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace, Tina explores the powerful role that spirituality and energy healing can play during your fertility journey. IVF can take a huge toll on your emotional, mental, and physical well-being, but incorporating spiritual practices can help restore balance, heal, and provide much-needed inner peace.
Tina talks about the science behind spirituality and energy healing, sharing insights from Dr. Lisa Miller and Dr. Harold Koenig, who have studied the profound effects these practices can have on mental health and emotional resilience. She also shares how practices like Reiki, sage cleansing, and mindful connection can help release toxic energy, reduce stress, and re-centre your focus during the IVF process.
If you're feeling drained, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, this episode will show you how spirituality and energy work can help you reconnect with your true self, heal emotionally, and invite more peace into your fertility journey.
Research sources as mentioned in the podcast:
Dr. Lisa Miller - Spirituality and Mental Health
Dr. Lisa Miller is a clinical psychologist and professor at Columbia University. She’s known for her work on the relationship between spirituality and mental health. Her book, The Spiritual Child (2015), presents evidence showing that spirituality in childhood can help prevent mental health struggles such as depression and anxiety later in life. This is particularly important in managing stress and fostering resilience, both of which are key when dealing with the emotional ups and downs of fertility treatments. Study: Miller, L (2015). The Spiritual Child: The New Science on Parenting for Health and Lifelong Thriving. St. Martin’s Press.
Dr. Harold Koenig – Spirituality and Health
Dr. Harold Koenig is a professor of psychiatry at Duke University and a pioneer in the field of spirituality and health. His extensive research shows that spiritual well-being can have a positive impact on mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and stress. His studies suggest that spirituality provides individuals with a sense of purpose, emotional resilience, and coping mechanisms during tough times.
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Disclaimer
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Any insights shared are based on my personal experience and my work as an NLP Master Practitioner and Life Coach.
Always speak with your doctor, fertility specialist or healthcare team regarding medical questions or decisions.
If you’re experiencing ongoing emotional distress, low mood or feel you need additional support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional such as a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychologist.