Lauren’s symptoms came on suddenly—dizziness, fatigue, heart palpitations, and pain. Then came the diagnosis: Graves’ disease. But this isn’t just a story about an autoimmune condition—it’s a story about what happens when a woman stops outsourcing her intuition and starts trusting her body. In this episode, we dive into: Lauren’s path from burnout to autoimmune diagnosisWhat Graves’ disease really feels like—and how easily it can be missedThe emotional and environmental contributors to autoim...
In this empowering and deeply insightful episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr. Anthea Todd returns to demystify the menstrual cycle — not as a monthly inconvenience, but as one of your body’s clearest communication tools. If you’ve ever asked yourself: “Is this normal?”“Should I be worried?”“Why do I feel like a different person each month?”...this episode is your new go-to guide. Dr. Anthea introduces the concept of Red, Beige, and Green Flags — a framework to help you decode your cycle...
Ever feel like you’ve been pushing through for too long—holding it all together while your body keeps sending you signals you can’t ignore? You’re not alone. In this episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr Anthea Todd sits down with therapist and social worker Tiffani Clingin, who brings both decades of clinical experience and profound lived wisdom after navigating devastating personal loss and betrayal. Together, Anthea and Tiffani explore what happens when “just staying strong” isn’t work...
Sarah spent nearly two decades dealing with intense bladder pain, constant urgency, and frequent misdiagnoses of UTIs—until one doctor finally asked, “Why is this happening?” In this candid and empowering conversation, Sarah walks us through: Her years-long search for answers in the medical systemWhy trusting her body—even when doctors didn’t—was key to healingThe rare condition found during surgery that no one had suspected: bladder tetheringHow she nearly missed a dangerous postpartum thyro...
In this episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr Anthea Todd dives deep into the topic of change — why it can feel exciting, why it often feels uncomfortable, and how you can work with your body to move through it with more ease. From the neuroscience of the brain’s three networks (body, story, action) to the astrological themes of eclipses and cycles, Dr Anthea weaves science and spirituality into a simple framework that helps you stop feeling stuck and start creating change in a way that f...
When Kylie was 8 years old, she survived sexual abuse. She kept it hidden under layers of shame — and as the years passed, her body began to speak in louder and louder ways. Painful periods. Hormonal acne. Cysts. Fibroids. Missed diagnoses. Mood crashes. Gaslighting by health professionals. And yet… Kylie knew something wasn’t right. In this moving episode, she opens up about: How trauma, shame, and reproductive symptoms are deeply connectedHer turning point moment: being told she was “wastin...
In this powerful episode, Dr Anthea sits down with shadow work coach and trauma specialist Peter Isaia to explore the deep emotional roots behind the symptoms we often try to fix on the surface — from burnout and autoimmune issues to people-pleasing and self-doubt. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “I’ve tried everything and nothing’s working,” this conversation offers a radical reframe. Together, they unpack why healing isn’t about being “better” — it’s about being honest with the parts...
When your skin breaks out, it can feel like a fight you’re losing — more products, more restrictions, more protocols. But what if your skin isn’t the enemy? What if it’s trying to lead you somewhere? In this raw and personal solo episode, Dr. Anthea Todd opens up about her 7-year battle with painful hormonal acne — and what finally brought her lasting relief. You’ll hear: Why “normal” blood tests often miss the real problemHow stress, boundaries, and “should's” can show up on your skinThe fun...
After moving to a new country, starting a stressful job, and feeling completely alone, Vicky’s body responded in the loudest way possible—her skin flared up with full-body psoriasis. She tried everything conventional medicine could offer, but the real shift came when she stopped trying to fix her body… and started listening to it. In this episode, Vicky shares: ✔ How her body said “no” when she couldn’t ✔ The emotional root of chronic conditions like psoriasis ✔ Why quitting...
In this episode, Dr Anthea is joined by certified sex and embodiment educator Eleanor Hadley to explore the emotional, physical, and cultural layers of libido, desire, and sensuality. This is not your high school health class — it’s real talk on what pleasure actually looks like, and how to reclaim your connection with it. You’ll learn: Why “low libido” might not be a problem — and what it could actually be telling youThe difference between spontaneous vs responsive desire (and why this matte...
If you’ve been running on empty — snoozing alarms, living off caffeine, or pushing through the day only to crash at night — this episode is for you. Dr. Anthea Todd dives deep into why fatigue isn’t just “being tired” and how it’s often your body’s way of signalling deeper imbalances. Whether your blood tests are “normal” or you’re stuck in the cycle of short-term fixes like iron infusions or energy drinks, this episode will help you see fatigue in a whole new light. You’ll learn: Why blood t...
What do you do when your doctor says “take this medication forever,” but something deep in your gut says… no? Meet Melody—a young woman who chose to listen to her body instead of settling for lifelong medication after a shocking thyroid diagnosis. In this intimate and powerful episode, Melody shares her journey through: Unexplainable fatigue and micro-sleeping behind the wheelSky-high TSH levels and the pressure to medicateDiscovering functional and energetic support to understand her root ca...
In this episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr Anthea is joined by the high-energy, truth-telling duo Hillary and Ber — the twins behind Twin Transmissions and the creators of Menifestation (yes, that’s men + manifestation). They share how shifting their relationship dynamics didn’t just change their partnerships — it transformed their energy, health, and ability to call in what they actually desired in life. You’ll learn: Why over-functioning, people-pleasing, and control keep us stuck in...
Ever feel like you’re just reacting to life — overwhelmed, burnt out, and stuck in patterns you know aren’t working? In this episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr. Anthea Todd offers a radical, yet practical framework for shifting from survival mode to conscious creation. You’ll learn how your brain processes reality through three simple hubs: 🧠 Story (what you think) 💪 Action (what you do) 💓 Body (what you feel) And how most of us run this sequence backwards, stuck in loops of pe...
Nicole’s journey is one of resilience—and regret. For years, she was told that her heavy, painful periods were normal. That her fatigue, nausea, and blood pressure were just lifestyle issues. That if she lost weight, she’d feel better. But behind the symptoms was something much more serious. Her endometriosis had grown into her urinary tract and was silently destroying her kidney. By the time she listened to her body, it was nearly too late. In this vulnerable episode, Nicole opens up about: ...
In this episode, Dr Anthea is joined by the brilliant Dr Olivia Lesslar — a medical doctor and expert in psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) — to explore the intricate relationship between the mind, body, and immune system. They unpack how symptoms are messages, how the placebo effect proves that healing can begin in the brain, and why “alert not alarmed” is a game-changing mindset for chronic illness. You’ll also learn: Why your body doesn’t lie, even when test results say you're fineThe truth about...
In this episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr. Anthea Todd takes you on a deep dive into one of the most common (but least understood) symptoms: bloating. If you’ve ever felt six months pregnant after a meal, struggled with “IBS,” or been told your gut symptoms are normal — this conversation will shift everything. Dr. Anthea breaks down bloating through three key lenses: Medical – When to seek urgent help and what red flags to never ignore Functional – Why bloating often stems from nutrie...
Amna is a psychotherapist and mum who spent years exhausted, bloated, losing hair, and barely making it through the day—only to be told she was “fine” because her bloodwork fell within range. She was offered pills, weight-loss drugs, and even referrals to psychotherapists (yes, while being one herself)… but no one would really listen. Until she stopped outsourcing her health and started listening to her body. 🎙 In this episode, we talk about: ✔ What happens when symptoms are dismissed b...
Ever feel stuck—like you're looping through the same thoughts, the same patterns, and no matter what you do, you just can't break free? You’re not alone. In this episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr Anthea Todd sits down with clinical psychologist and author Dr Emily Musgrove, known for her work on The Imperfects podcast and her new book Unstuck. Together, Dr Anthea and Dr Emily unpack what it really means to feel immobilised—by stress, burnout, anxiety, and even physical symptoms—and wh...
Ever had a symptom and thought, “Is this normal or should I be worried?” In this episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr. Anthea Todd breaks down how to read your body’s cues by introducing her Red, Beige, and Green Flag system — a revolutionary framework to help you understand what’s urgent, what’s common but not normal, and what signals optimal health. Whether you're navigating fatigue, PMS, gut issues, or just feeling “off,” this episode will help you identify whether your body nee...