****THIS IS NOT MEDICAL ADVICE****

In this enlightening conversation, Joanna interviews Lawrence Lopez, a certified health coach and inner peace activist who shares his transformative journey of healing from Crohn's disease. The discussion delves into the importance of mindset, acceptance, and emotional health in the healing process. Lawrence emphasizes the need to shift away from identifying as a patient and instead focus on inner peace and self-acceptance. The conversation also touches on the role of food relationships, the impact of emotional trauma, and the significance of holistic approaches to health. Throughout the dialogue, both Joanna and Lawrence share personal insights and practical advice for those navigating the challenges of IBD, ultimately highlighting the power of the mind in achieving wellness.

Get in touch with Lawrence:
Instagram: @lawrencelopezcoaching
Email:
L2gta@frontiernet.net

Get in touch with your host, Joanna:
Instagram: @living_free_with_ibd_podcast
Email: Livingfreewithibd@gmail.com

Resources mentioned in the episode:
The work of Byron Katie https://thework.com/
'A Course In Miracles' https://acim.org/acim/en
'Letting Go: The Pathway Of Surrender' David R Hawkins
'A Return To Love' Marianne Williamson
German New Medicine https://learninggnm.com/
'The Body Keeps The Score' Bessel Van Der Kolk
'When The body Says No' Dr Gabor Mate

• Lawrence healed himself from Crohn's disease through mindset.
• Acceptance of one's condition can lead to healing.
• Fear around food can suppress the immune response.
• Identifying as a 'warrior' can create internal conflict.
• Emotional health is crucial for physical healing.
• Holistic approaches consider the mind-body connection.
• Food relationships can impact mental health.
• Daily gratitude practices can enhance well-being.
• The stories we tell ourselves shape our reality.
• Healing is a journey of self-discovery and acceptance.

titles

• Healing from Crohn's: A Journey of Inner Peace
• Mindset Matters: Transforming Health Through Acceptance

Sound Bites

• "I have healed myself from Crohn's."
• "I call myself an inner peace activist."
• "Don't identify as your diagnosis."

Chapters

00:00
The Power of Mindset in Healing
00:43
Acceptance and Letting Go
03:40
Parenting and Emotional Health
06:40
The Role of Medicine and Placebo Effect
09:32
Food Relationships and Orthorexia
12:25
Holistic Approaches to Healing
15:23
Success Stories and Client Transformations
22:04
Empowerment Through Illness
23:21
Finding Authenticity in Adversity
25:30
Overcoming Fear and Embracing Self-Care
28:48
Redefining the Warrior Mentality
33:20
The Emotional Roots of Illness
41:42
Daily Practices for Inner Peace
45:52
Advice for the Newly Diagnosed
56:50
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