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The Power of Brain Retraining in Healing Chronic Illness | The Health Bridge Podcast

In this powerful episode of the Health Bridge Podcast, host Holly B. welcomes back Miguel Batista, founder of CFS Recovery. Miguel shares his incredible journey from being bedridden with chronic fatigue syndrome and long COVID to living a full and active life. Discover the foundational principles of brain retraining and how it can help reclaim health from chronic illness. Miguel explains the step-by-step process he uses to guide his clients from being housebound to thriving, highlighting the importance of responding well to symptoms and creating powerful mental reframes. Dive into the concept of hyperactive versus neurotypical brains and why neurodivergent tendencies are common among those with chronic health issues. Miguel's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the possibility of recovery, offering hope and actionable insights for anyone battling chronic fatigue or similar conditions. Subscribe and share to help spread this invaluable information.

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Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction to the Health Bridge Podcast
00:39 Miguel Batista's Journey to Recovery
03:36 The Power of Brain Retraining
06:39 The Importance of Sharing and Supporting
07:54 Reconnecting with Miguel Batista
08:49 Challenges and Triumphs of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
09:52 Navigating the Online Space for Recovery
15:31 Understanding Neurodivergence and Chronic Illness
19:38 Miguel's Recovery Strategies and Insights
29:08 The Role of Brain Retraining in Recovery
34:45 Understanding the Brain's Glitch
35:14 Brain Retraining Techniques
35:41 The Role of the Amygdala
37:02 Responding to Symptoms
38:15 Adjustment Periods Explained
39:13 Reframing Flare-Ups
41:29 The Journey to Recovery
43:06 The Importance of a Supportive Doctor
48:45 Combining Western Medicine and Holistic Approaches
50:58 The Path to Sustainable Recovery
53:05 Life Lessons from Recovery
57:48 Final Thoughts and Encouragement