Best FND Hope Podcasts (2025)

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96. Meds for Your Symptoms? Dizziness, SSRIs, Benzos, Withdrawal & the Truth w/ Dr. Anders Sorensen 1:08:44

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Join me as I interview Dr. Anders Sorensen, PhD, a clinical psychologist, researcher, and expert in psychiatric drug withdrawal. This comprehensive discussion addresses chronic dizziness, the fallacies of psychiatric medications, and the process of tapering off such drugs. Dr. Sorensen shares insights from his book 'Crossing Zero', offering hope an…

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Navigating the Pacific without technology 28:06

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How well can you remember the details of your childhood? Sometimes, the memories are there, but a little hazy. But what if you could trick your brain into thinking you looked like your younger self again? Would that help you recall more childhood memories? A new study has tried exactly this, so Claudia Hammond meets Professor Jane Aspell to have a …

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95. Payden's Success Story: Recovery from suspected PPPD with Anxiety, Dizziness, Panic Attacks and More 1:03:38

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join the coaching group here: https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... In this compelling episode of The Steady Coach, I sit down with Payden, a structural engineer who shares his profound journey of experiencing and recovering from persistent symptoms of chronic dizziness and anxiety. Payden's sym…

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Asylum hotels and mental health 28:14

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More than 32,000 asylum seekers are being housed in hotels in the UK, the latest figures show. There's been intense political debate in recent weeks focused on the cost – both financially for the government and for local communities. But what about the cost to the mental health of those living in the hotels? Today we’re going to hear from an asylum…

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Are mental health classes in schools working? 28:08

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It is now compulsory for schools across the UK to teach children about mental health and wellbeing. Whilst it might seem like classes for everyone on these topics might be helpful, a new study has found that in some cases, they may actually be worsening mental health problems. How could this be? Claudia Hammond is joined by Dr Lucy Foulkes to discu…

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Should we be using trigger warnings? 28:23

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This programme may contain information that you might find to be evidence-based and informative... Trigger warnings are everywhere. They’re used in the news, on social media and in academia to flag potentially distressing material so we can emotionally prepare ourselves or avoid it. But what if they actually make things worse? We interrogate a grow…

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Are there multiple subtypes of autism, and how vivid are your memories? 29:55

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Autism tends to be viewed as a spectrum, but a new study published this month in Nature suggests that there are both genetic and behavioural differences between early and later diagnosed autism. So is autism still a spectrum, or should we be thinking of it as having multiple different subtypes? Claudia Hammond talks to Professor Uta Frith, who has …

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94. Chris's Success Story: Recovery from functional neurological disorder FND, PPPD & Neuritis 1:39:06

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join the coaching group here: https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... Join us as Chris shares his incredible story of recovery from PPPD, vestibular neuritis and functional neurological disorder (FND). Chris experienced a sudden onset of severe spinning dizziness, uncoordinated movements, drop att…

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Why do we hoard? 28:10

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Many of us can empathise with that feeling of keeping stuff for years and years. We might keep treasured objects with real sentimental value, or we might have items for a long time - and yet we can't really explain why. For those of us who don’t like getting rid of our belongings, life can feel very full of stuff. But when does a tendency to hold o…

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What is beliefism, and can you spot a liar? 28:06

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Just looking at the news can give the feeling that today’s world is more polarised than ever. And the stats show that in Britain, the majority of people believe that society is divided. How can we go about bridging this divide? Paul Dolan, professor of behavioural science at LSE, has written a book called Beliefism on exactly this. He chats to pres…

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93. Ben's Success Story: Recovery From MdDS With Dizziness, Vision Issues, Anxiety and More (Part II) 1:11:49

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join me as I interview Ben for the second time on The Steady Coach. In this episode, Ben shares his continued journey of recovery from Mal de Debarquement Syndrome (MdDS), two years after his first interview. Despite long-lasting, severe vestibular symptoms, Ben discusses how he overcame chronic di…

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The rise of AI therapy 28:20

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92. Helmut's Success Story: Recovery From 24/7 Dizziness, Brain Fog, Vision Issues, Anxiety and More 1:11:07

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join the coaching group here: https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... Today, I interview Helmut from The Mindful Gardener to share his remarkable recovery story. Helmut discusses overcoming an overwhelming number of symptoms, including dizziness, derealization, brain fog, depth perception issues, …

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91. Parenting during dizziness & symptom recovery - guilt, fear & honest hope (parenting panel) 1:27:53

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join the coaching group here: https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... In this video, I'm hosting a panel of six parents who share their experiences and insights on parenting while recovering from neural circuit dizziness and other related conditions such as PPPD, vestibular migraine, and MDDS. The…

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90. Amy M's Success Story: recovery from VM and PPPD with Dizziness, Brain Fog, Panic Attacks and More 1:13:40

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join the coaching group here: https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... Join me as I interview Amy, a clinical psychologist, who shares her remarkable story of recovery from vestibular migraine (VM) and persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (PPPD). Amy struggled with symptoms such as: dizzyness, …

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lets talk FND with Charlee 20:37

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In this weeks episode we talk everything FND and I am joined by an amazing warrior Charlee. Charlee like myself has FND and they are here to share their story. follow Charlee: tiktok: @sunflowersin_bloom Follow Brad: YouTube: @unshakenbrad Instagram: @fndwarrior2024 TikTok: @unshakenbrad Brad’s Petition: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/727…

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89. Treating symptoms vs. real recovery in mental health and beyond: interview with Dr. Roger McFillin 1:17:47

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Join me as I sit down with Dr. Roger McFillin, a clinical psychologist and host of the Radically Genuine Podcast. In this thought-provoking conversation, we challenge the traditional biomedical approach to mental health and discuss the overmedicalization of human distress. Key topics include the pitfalls of using medications as a primary treatment,…

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88. Vanessa W's Success Story: Recovery from Dizziness, Visual Snow, DPDR, POTS, Fatigue & More 1:17:08

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Today we are here to share the inspiring recovery story of Vanessa, who overcame over 50 debilitating symptoms. Vanessa recounts her struggles with chronic fatigue, dizziness, multiple complex diagnoses, and her eventual path to recovery through the exact techniques we talk about on this channel. This interview highlights the importance of not losi…

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86. Allison H.'s Success Story: Recovery From PPPD and VM With 24/7 Dizziness and Other Intense Symptoms 1:25:29

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Many people are told by medical professionals that recovery isn't possible — that symptom management is the only option. But is that really true? Meet Allison. After a sudden episode of vertigo, Allison developed a relentless list of 24/7 symptoms, rarely dipping below an intensity of 8 out of 10: dizziness, a constant sense of movement, floating, …

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All in the Mind Awards Ceremony 30:18

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Many of us will experience mental health problems at some point in our lives – and it is often the help and support of those around us that can make all the difference to how we cope and recover. The BBC Radio 4 All in the Mind Awards recognises the unsung heroes who have helped make that difference. Claudia Hammond meets the finalists and announce…

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The Psychology of Curiosity at Cheltenham Science Festival 29:17

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Is curiosity good for us, or should we learn a lesson from what curiosity did to the cat? And why does curiosity drive some people to explore the ends of the earth and beyond, while others just really aren’t very curious at all? As a journalist and author, Claudia Hammond has turned curiosity into a profession. She invites a panel of people for who…

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85. Ask Dr. Yo: Why do medical sources say I can't recover from my symptoms? PPPD, MdDS, VM & more / Is BPPV (ear crystals) a neural circuit problem and can these methods help me? 48:07

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START HERE: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course 00:00 Ask Dr. Yo: Why do medical sources say I can't recover from my symptoms? PPPD, MdDS, VM & more Ask Dr Yo playlist: • Ask Dr. Yo What is neural circuit dizziness: • Why you have PPPD, MdDS, and other unexpla... What I mean by "medically unexplained" dizziness: • Ask Dr Yo: What do you mean by …

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All About Twins 28:26

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This week is all about twins. On today's programme we'll hear from a very special pair who are through to the final of the All in the Mind Awards, which celebrates those who have made a real difference to people’s mental health. We'll hear how the special bond between Lisa and Rose Betts really mattered when Lisa was going through a very tough time…

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Are you flourishing? And why a playful approach can help us cope 28:21

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Do you feel like you’re flourishing? If you’ve not heard that term before, it’s not just about wellbeing, it’s about your whole life being good. Guest psychologist Dr Peter Olusoga joins Claudia in the studio to discuss the results of the Global Flourishing Study, a huge new study of more than 200,000 people in 22 countries. What are the key takeaw…

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84. Dani's Success Story: Recovery From PPPD & Vestibular Migraine, Eustachian Tube Dysfunction & More 1:11:35

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Dani first experienced ear pain, blockage, and popping sensations after flying while recovering from a cold. Her symptoms gradually worsened until she could no longer stand or move without assistance. By that point, Dani was dealing with dizziness, visual disturbances, brain fog, nausea, tinnitus, …

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Aha moments and contagious laughter 30:09

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What's going on in your brain when you experience an 'aha!' moment? Imagine you've been stuck on a problem for ages, but then the answer suddenly comes to you out of nowhere, like a bolt of lightning. Claudia Hammond is joined in the studio by professor of cognitive neuroscience Sophie Scott to understand how these 'aha' moments happen. Sophie also…

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83. Rita's Success Story: Recovery from Dysautonomia and Long COVID with Dizziness, Anxiety and More 1:10:40

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join the coaching group here: https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... Meet Rita, an occupational therapist. When she fell ill during the first wave of COVID, she developed dysautonomia, which worsened her POTS and led to long COVID. A vaccination pushed her nervous system over the edge, leading to…

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The state of mental health services and more All in the Mind Awards finalists 29:06

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This week, we're taking a look at the state of mental health services in the UK. Claudia Hammond is joined in the studio by the BBC's social affairs correspondent Michael Buchanan to dissect how long people are having to wait for care and what is being done to tackle the issues. We also hear from two more finalists in the All in the Mind Awards. Fi…

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What is interoception, and how mood can affect how well your vaccine works 28:16

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This week we’re talking about interoception. That's the way the brain interprets the many signals that come from the body. How useful is this skill, can you perfect it – and when might it have a more negative effect? In the studio with Claudia is health psychologist Professor Kavita Vedhara who explains why watching 15 minutes of the Two Ronnies, s…

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Is ‘are you ok?’ a good question and how your eyes give away memory precision 28:27

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Are you ok? It’s a question that might be at the front of your mind during a traumatic event. But how helpful is it and can it even make matters worse? We answer a very intriguing listener question. And in the studio with Claudia is Catherine Loveday, Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, who’s excited about a study that has uncovered a fascinating …

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Adult ADHD: Why are waiting lists for diagnoses so long? 28:11

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You’ve probably heard the term ADHD – or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder – more and more in recent years. Almost 200,000 of you are waiting for a diagnosis and services are struggling to keep up with the demand. Last year twenty four different services told BBC Verify that it would take them eight years to get to everyone on their waiting …

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82. Ask Dr. Yo: Do I need therapy or counseling to recover from neural circuit dizziness & symptoms? / are superior canal dehiscence SCDS / 3rd window syndrome neural circuit & can this help? 44:38

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START HERE: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course 00:00 Do I need therapy or counseling to recover from neural circuit dizziness & symptoms? Memory reconsolidation - interview with Tori Olds: • Re-wire your brain for chronic sympto... What is neural circuit dizziness: • Why you have PPPD, MdDS, and other un... What I mean by "medically unexplained…

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How to help someone who doesn’t want help, and well-being benefits of holidays 28:15

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A new series of All in the Mind kicks off with the first of the finalists in the All in the Mind Awards. Seven hundred of you entered the awards and our judging panel had the tricky task of choosing just nine finalists. The first of those is Rachel who was nominated by her husband Sam for all the support she offered him through his depression and p…

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81. Free yourself from PANIC & ANXIETY for chronic symptom recovery: interview w/Michelle Cavanaugh 1:11:47

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Panic and anxiety are often what keeps people stuck in chronic symptoms, and they are nearly universal experiences for people dealing with PPPD, MdDS, vestibular migraine, other medically-unexplained chronic dizziness, and other non-dizziness symptoms like pain, hyperacusis, chronic fatigue and tin…

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80. Dr. Uzma's Success Story: Recovery from PPPD & VM After Labyrinthitis With Vertigo, Rocking & More 1:04:33

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join the coaching group here: https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... Meet Dr. Uzma: an ophthalmologist, physician, and surgeon from India. Dr. Uzma experienced a sudden onset of symptoms during her 3rd pregnancy, which turned out to be labyrinthitis. But this was only the beginning of an unimagin…

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79. Ask Dr. Yo: I have less fear and I'm feeling better mentally. Why have my symptoms not changed yet? / Are mold, SIBO, gut issues, toxins and/or chronic Lyme causing my chronic dizziness? 31:19

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START HERE: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course 00:00 I have less fear and I'm feeling better mentally. Why have my symptoms not changed yet? What is neural circuit dizziness: • Why you have PPPD, MdDS, and other un... What I mean by "medically unexplained" dizziness: • Ask Dr Yo: What do you mean by "medic... NON-NEGOTIABLE STRESS: • Recovery S…

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78. Breaking free of DOUBT and claiming your POWER to recover from symptoms: Interview w/ Dan Ratner 1:08:37

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course What if the reason you haven't recovered yet is because you don't know how to work with your doubts? Or maybe you've mastered doubts and are still plateaued- what then? Find out the answers to those questions in this conversation for anyone with PPPD, MdDS, vestibular migraine, other medically-unex…

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77. Ellie's Success Story: recovery from 20 years of PPPD with visual symptoms, dizziness & more 1:07:56

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join the coaching group here: https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... This is a true gem for anyone who has had symptoms for a long time and fears that recovery is out of reach. Ellie's PPPD symptoms began when she was just 14 years old, and over the next 20 years, they progressively worsened. At …

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76. Alex's Success Story: Recovery from MdDS with 24/7 Trampoline Walking and Migraine 1:21:04

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Meet Alex, a musician whose life took an unexpected turn during a vacation. After noticing a pop in his ear, the ground beneath him began to feel like an ocean, and an unrelenting sense of movement set in. Diagnosed with Mal de Débarquement Syndrome (MdDS), Alex faced severe, constant symptoms that left him searching for answers. He sought help fro…

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75. Ask Dr. Yo: What do you mean by "medically unexplained" chronic dizziness? Does my condition count? / Ask Dr. Yo: what STOPS people from recovering from neural circuit symptoms? 39:56

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START HERE: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course 00:00 What do you mean by "medically unexplained" chronic dizziness? Does my condition count? Basics video: • Why you have PPPD, MdDS, and other un... Weakness in one ear does not cause chronic symptoms: • Ask Dr. Yo: can I recover from chroni... It is very important to understand that medically-un…

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74. Melissa's Success Story: Recovery from Neuritis & PPPD with Dizziness, Anxiety, and More 1:23:54

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Today, we have an insightful conversation with Melissa. Melissa experienced a physical condition (neuritis/unilateral weakness) that caused a permanent change. Life stress suddenly triggered a long list of debilitating symptoms that persisted 24/7 for five months: dizziness, sensitivity to light, sound, and smell, overwhelm, hypervigilance, a "drun…

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73. How to deal with insomnia with chronic dizziness, tinnitus & more: interview w/ Daniel Erichsen 1:13:42

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Join us for an insightful interview with Daniel Erichsen, a former sleep physician turned sleep coach. Together, we dive into the topic of insomnia and its connection to chronic dizziness and other challenges related to nervous system sensitivity. Discover how to break free from the fear loop and understand why excessive effort in your sleep routin…

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72. Troubleshoot your dizziness recovery (fear, guilt, what ifs & more): interview w/Tanner Murtagh 1:08:18

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I'm thrilled to welcome back Tanner Murtagh, MSW, RSW, to the channel! Tanner, the director of Pain Psychotherapy Canada, specializes in guiding people through recovery from chronic physical symptoms such as pain, dizziness, fatigue, and digestive issues. In this video, Tanner shares how to troubleshoot 6 common challenges that many of you face dur…

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Future Thinking 29:41

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In the second of two special holiday episodes Claudia Hammond and an expert panel of psychologists look to the future. A new year is upon us, a time when we often find ourselves reflecting on the year gone by and thinking about what comes next. Thinking about the future comes so naturally to most people that we don't realise what a complicated - an…

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The Psychology of Nostalgia 29:45

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In the first of two special holiday episodes, Claudia Hammond and an expert panel of psychologists look back, nostalgically. At this festive time of year, you might be thinking wistfully about Christmas past – perhaps you’ll be rewatching old films, arguing over a game of Monopoly, or listening to Christmas music that drives you mad. Maybe you are …

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71. Denny's Success Story: Recovery from Tinnitus and Hyperacusis with Extreme Sound Sensitivity 1:18:34

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join the coaching group here: https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... Join Denny as he shares his inspiring recovery story from tinnitus and hyperacusis. Explore his journey, from his earlier experiences with tinnitus to the escalation of symptoms that disrupted his everyday life. Denny also sheds…

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70. Scott's Success Story: Full Recovery from PPPD with Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Sensitivities & More 1:09:56

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Start with the free course: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Join the coaching group here: https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... Meet Scott, one of our dedicated mentors. Scott suddenly began experiencing sensations of movement and unsteadiness amid family stress. His symptoms quickly worsened, making walking and standing difficult. He dea…

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69. Steven's Success Story: Recovery from PPPD with Vision Issues, Light Sensitivity and More 1:27:31

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Learn more about the Steady Start Program here: https://thesteadycoach.com/services/ Steven faced the overwhelming fear of a false positive for a serious health condition, sparking a massive panic attack that spiraled into health anxiety. This distress led to unsteadiness, which soon developed into…

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68. GRIEF & LOSS from chronic dizziness, tinnitus, pain & other symptoms: interview w/ Devorah Kur 1:04:51

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If you have PPPD, MdDS, vestibular migraine, other medically unexplained dizziness symptoms, or non-dizziness symptoms like tinnitus, hyperacusis or pain, you are likely dealing with feelings of LOSS and GRIEF. Even when you feel equipped to handle recovery and know you will emerge stronger on the other side, it is still important to work through t…

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67. Réa's Success Story: Full Recovery From Visual Vertigo, Blurry Vision, Visual Snow, Dizziness & More 1:35:37

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Start here: https://thesteadycoach.com/free-course Did you know that Pippa has weekly coaching sessions every Monday at 9:30 am UK time? You can jump in immediately if you join our coaching group at https://thesteadycoach.com/standard-c... Meet Réa: a vibrant newlywed woman enjoying her honeymoon when symptoms suddenly strike out of the blue. Réa's…