Ep. 32 - Restore Your Nervous System and Why That is Important with Rachel Rauch

Investment of Self: Type ‘C’ Transformation with Kathy Washburn - Conversations about People Pleasing, Self-Empowerment and Personal Growth

Rachel Rauch, founder of Aero Wellness and a doctor of naturopathy, joins the podcast to discuss the pervasive issue of stress and burnout in women. Drawing from 25 years of experience, Rachel explains how chronic stress manifests in various physical and emotional symptoms such as brain fog, irritability, and sleep disturbances.

She emphasizes the importance of replenishing and regulating the nervous system and shares actionable steps to regain a sense of self. Also explored are the concepts of adrenal fatigue, the role of adrenals in menopause, and the impact of emotional suppression. Rachel introduces her Wholeness Restored program, addressing physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual health, and offers practical advice to integrate self-care into daily life.

In this episode, Kathy and Rachel discuss:

• Effects of stress and burnout
• Understanding adrenal glands function
• Impact of stress on menopause
• Need for self-care and replenishment

Timestamps:

[03:08] Rachel Rauch's Background and Mission

[06:27] Understanding Adrenal Glands and Stress Responses

[09:01] Impact of Stress on Menopause and Hormones

[13:53] Adrenal Fatigue: Myths and Realities

[17:13] Wholeness Restored Program Overview

[25:35] Sustaining Self-Care and Overcoming Challenges

[27:35] Identifying Refreshing Activities

[28:13] Creating Independent Activities for Kids

[29:29] Expanding RefreshingTime

[30:32] The Importance of Engaging the Senses

[32:15] Exercises to Reset the Nervous System

[35:15] Understanding the Impact of Sugar

[36:25] Setting Healthy Boundaries

[41:56] Recognizing and Addressing Stress

[44:46] Stress Differences Between Men and Women

[49:39] Final Thoughts and Resources

More About Rachel Rauch
Download 4 Ways to Start Feeling Like Yourself Again

Download 5 Secrets to Improve Adrenal Health!

Visit Eiro’s website

Follow @eirowellness on IG

Rachel Rauch is a keynote speaker, Doctor of Naturopathy and certified Integrative Mental Health professional. With over 20 years of experience, she has worked with thousands of stressed-out women from all over the world to achieve balance in their mood and hormones. Rachel's expertise is a result of extensive research on behalf of her clients combined with her own journey of discovering the correlation between nervous system health and trauma and chronic stress. Her insights have been featured in magazines, podcasts and monthly for the Teach Them Diligently Homeschool Organization. As a keynote speaker, she has spoken on stages around the country for a variety of associations and organizations like Nature’s Sunshine Products. Rachel is on a mission to help women restore peace and calm in their bodies by utilizing her signature program, Wholeness Restored.

Connect with Kathy Washburn:

To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to: https://kathywashburn.net/

To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit: https://kathywashburn.net/contact

Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathywashburndotnet

Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course: https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope

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1. Ep. 32 - Restore Your Nervous System and Why That is Important with Rachael Rauch (00:00:00)

2. Introduction and Guest Welcome (00:02:27)

3. Rachel Rauch's Background and Mission (00:03:08)

4. Understanding Adrenal Glands and Stress Responses (00:06:27)

5. Impact of Stress on Menopause and Hormones (00:09:01)

6. Adrenal Fatigue: Myths and Realities (00:13:53)

7. Wholeness Restored Program Overview (00:17:13)

8. Sustaining Self-Care and Overcoming Challenges (00:25:35)

9. Identifying Refreshing Activities (00:27:35)

10. Creating Independent Activities for Kids (00:28:13)

11. Expanding RefreshingTime (00:29:29)

12. The Importance of Engaging the Senses (00:30:32)

13. Exercises to Reset the Nervous System (00:32:15)

14. Understanding the Impact of Sugar (00:35:15)

15. Setting Healthy Boundaries (00:36:25)

16. Recognizing and Addressing Stress (00:41:56)

17. Stress Differences Between Men and Women (00:44:46)

18. Final Thoughts and Resources (00:49:39)