In this episode, host Janet Sandberg welcomes Jen Yundt Coles, a functional medicine and integrative health coach who shares her journey through anxiety, chronic health issues, and the profound impact of her brother's suicide. Jen opens up about her childhood struggles with anxiety, perfectionism, and digestive issues, and how these experiences shaped her path in life.

Jen recounts the challenges she faced, from postpartum depression to broken heart syndrome. She discusses the unexpected power of music and the realization of her own resilience. Her story is a testament to the importance of self-advocacy, the gut-brain connection, and finding joy in creativity.

Chapters:

(00:00 ) Welcome Jen Yundt Coles

(01:22 ) Jen is a functional medicine and integrative health coach

(02:43 ) What made you think about taking your own life

(03:36 ) I think I came out of the womb anxious

(09:36 ) Jen was diagnosed with broken heart syndrome after struggling with chronic digestive issues

(14:54 ) Shortly after that period, my brother took his own life

(19:17 ) When my children were younger, one of them really struggled

(24:34 ) Isolation, feeling alone, all in itself can cause disease

(26:21 ) Jen says there are always miracles in life, we just have to see them

(29:03 ) What brings you joy is really important for people with chronic illnesses

(31:37 ) Drinking water can help with many chronic health issues, including depression

(36:11 ) You have to have the right person looking for answers, Jen says

(40:34 ) Last words of advice for our listeners who are struggling

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In Crisis?

Canada:

Talk Suicide Canada call 1-833-456-4566 available 24/7. Between the hours of 4pm-midnight (Eastern time) you can text 45645

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USA:

Call or text 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

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