HEALING HASHIMOTO’S: TAKING ACTION INTO YOUR HANDS
Hi there! Georgina Szabo here. I was able to put my Hashimoto’s disease in remission within 6 months. As a result I was able to get pregnant naturally at age 39, and gave birth to a healthy baby girl. In the process I found my true purpose, which is helping others heal Hashimoto’s so we can all live a happy, fulfilling life.
In this episode of Georgina Szabo TV, I’ll be sharing with you what I had to prioritize so that I could start feeling better.
HEALING HASHIMOTO’S: TAKING ACTION INTO YOUR HANDS – Episode 2
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Upon finding out I had Hashimoto’s I was put on thyroid medication that made me feel even worse. As soon as I took my medication first thing in the morning, it brought on the heaviest brain fog I ever experienced in my life. A thought would pop in my mind and two minutes later I forgot what it was. I would open up the browser on my computer and a minute later I couldn’t recall what I wanted to do. It made me feel like I was going crazy.
The scariest moment came when I was driving to a yoga event with my dear friend and yoga teacher, Elizabeth Shelhart. As I turned right onto a street in San Francisco I was driving on the wrong side of the road without even realizing it. I still hear Elizabeth’s voice in my head as she screamed: “YOU ARE DRIVING ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE ROAD!”
That moment happened to be a wake up call for me. I could see crystal clear that taking and being on meds was completely useless and in fact a danger to my life. I thought to myself: I will die first before anything else happens if I keep taking these meds! The same evening when I got home, I tossed the pills in the garbage. It felt liberating- I had full confidence in myself that I can do better than these pills. I am not suggesting that everyone should toss their meds, but for me that moment defined taking action into my hands. Afterall, this is my body, I know it better than anyone else. I know what helps me feel better and what not. It gave me courage to follow my body’s needs and guidance, and learn to trust my intuition. It made me feel empowered instead of being scared.
I encourage you all to carve out some time for yourself when you can sit quietly to tune into to your senses and see what your body is telling you.
For me, getting off of meds and prioritizing sleep was key in order to start feeling better. I remember being so tired, exhausted, unmotivated every minute of the day that it felt very daunting. I knew I didn’t want to live a life like that for the rest of my life. So I followed my body’s call and went to bed right after my 5-year old, and I allowed myself to sleep for as long as I wanted. I was getting 12-13 hours of sleep on average each night and it felt so good. After about a month I started feeling better and having more and more energy to carry me through the day.
If you feel the same, I invite you to allow yourself to prioritize sleep. Do not fight it, instead follow your body’s lead. Sleep is restorative and healing on its own alone.
If you need help shutting down your thoughts, I am sharing a beautiful guided meditation by my dear friend and yoga teacher Elizabeth Shelhart, you will find a link to the meditation below this page. I am also including a few other resources that help me feel more relaxed and let go.
Additionally, if you are new to my blog and haven’t watched the science-based overview by my functional medicine doctor, Stephanie Daniel, on how Hashimoto’s develops and what you CAN do to start reversing it, make sure to click the green button below to get free access:
I hope you have found value in this episode, if you did, please share it with anyone who may be struggling with Hashimoto’s and would love to know more.
“Become the CEO of your own health.” – Dr. Mark Hyman
Resources Mentioned & More That Will Help Healing Hashimoto’s
Retore & Listen: Guided Meditation for Deep Rest – Watch It Here
Take 10 minutes to deeply rest with your legs elevated in a nourishing, restorative yoga pose while being guided in a soothing mindfulness practice. Surrender to your inner guide and breathe while relaxing your thinking mind.
Essential Oils – Learn More Here
Back to nature- essential oils have become staples at our household. My favorite ones to diffuse before going to bed are Valor, Stress Away, and Peace and Calming. I love to combine them with a guided mediation and a few restorative yoga poses to prepare for a restful sleep. Try it! I have shared a link above to the ones I use so you can get yours too with a few clicks- even a diffuser too if you don’t already have one! All 3 oils are part of the Premium Starter Kit, scroll to Popular Starter Kits and Collections on the page to view the various bundles.
SMART Spectrum CBD – Learn More Here
I love turning to CBD during stressful times when I need extra help that works without any side effects. CBD oil has been shown in multiple studies to be an effective treatment for social anxiety and is a natural anxiolytic (anxiety calmer). CBD oil has all the benefits of anti-anxiety medications without the endless list of possible side effects. But not every CBD oil is created equally. Seeking out a brand which ensures there are no toxins or pesticides and understand the power of whole plant synergy is a must. Nature’s Ultra combines organic CBD isolate and terpenes to create an amazing SMART Spectrum CBD with 0% THC, no heavy metals or other compounds! My favorite is Cool Mint CBD Oil 500MG, it’s like taking a mint. Add it to your Premium Starter Kit (info above with Essential Oils) to save 24% and receive $15 off your order by referencing my member number (13673905)!
Healing Hashimoto’s Naturally and Get Your Life Back (Video) – Watch It Here
In this short video Dr. Stephanie Daniel discusses how Hashimoto’s develops and what can be done to reverse it. I worked with Dr. Daniel and absolutely love her approach and the way she explains the entire process. In fact, with her guidance I was able to put my Hashimoto’s in remission within 6 months of working with her. As a result I was able to get pregnant naturally at age 39, and gave birth to a healthy baby girl. This convenient format fits any busy schedule- tune in while you drive to work, do dishes or go for a walk. If you have time to watch/listen to one thing, let this be it!
Whether you just got diagnosed with Hashimoto’s or have had it for a while, I would love to hear from you! Feel free to leave a comment below to share your biggest struggles right now that you would like help with.