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The Chronic Comeback

Phil Hadfield
Chronic Illness
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Mental Health
Nervous System Regulation
Lyme Disease
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Holistic Health
POTS
Heavy Metal Poisoning
Ayahuasca
Self-Care
Nutrition
Covid-19
Chronic Illness Recovery
Emotional Freedom Techniques
Exercise
Brain Retraining
Grief
Healing
Chronic Lyme Disease

Welcome to the Chronic Comeback Podcast channel. This podcast was set up by me, Phil Hadfield, as a way of focusing on the positives and steering away from the negatives of chronic illness. Comebacks are totally possible in any situation and in fact, your life can become better as a result of your setback and this podcast is all about interviewing those who have proven this...

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In this episode, Dr. Perry Nickelston — also known as The Lymph Doc and founder of Stop Chasing Pain — returns to the podcast to share his groundbreaking approach to healing chronic illness when nothing else seems to work. We explore why inflammation... more

Today I’m joined by Dr. Natalie, a naturopathic doctor specializing in gut health, joins us to explore the deep connection between the gut and brain, how hypervigilance and perfectionism can actually slow down healing, and why small, sustainable wins... more

When Sophie Reynolds first fell ill, she thought it was just a virus. But what was supposed to be a short-term setback turned into a years-long battle with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). With no clear answers from doctors and no quick fix, she fo... more

In this episode, Brian Sanders, filmmaker behind Food Lies and host of Peak Human podcast, joins me to discuss the biggest diet myths keeping people stuck in cycles of poor health, chronic inflammation, and weight gain. He shares his own transformati... more

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Rebecca Christensen
A practitioner of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) focusing on chronic health recovery
Episode: Rebecca's Story of Healing From Chronic Fatigue With EFT and Nervous System Regulation
Angela Hepp
Chronic health recoverer and advocate
Episode: Angela Hepp Tells Her Story Of Healing From Multiple Chronic Illnesses
Ross Chouler
Health advocate who overcame heavy metal toxicity and chronic illness
Episode: Overcoming Heavy Metal Toxicity: Ross's Journey of Healing, Hope, & the Power of Ayahuasca
Marina Diamandis
Singer and songwriter, previously known as Marina and the Diamonds.
Episode: Marina Diamandis on her Battle with Chronic Fatigue (CFS) and Finding Growth in Healing
Tim Peters
Chronic illness survivor and advocate for those suffering from chronic health issues
Episode: Tim Peters' Journey To Healing From Chronic Lyme & CIRS
Lauren Less
An individual who has overcome chronic health issues, spreading awareness and helping others
Episode: Lauren Less on Harnessing Mental Resilience to Overcome Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Lyme disease, POTS & More
Vanessa Azelis
Chronic illness recovery coach and author, previously a federal officer
Episode: Vanessa Azelis Tells Her Story Of Her SECOND Chronic Comeback

Host

Phil Hadfield
Host who focuses on highlighting positive narratives around chronic illness recovery, encouraging resilience and personal success stories.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • Amazing podcast for chronic illness inspiration

    I love this podcast so much! It’s such a beacon of hope for those in the chronic illness community. I recommend it to everyone dealing with illness who need hope that healing is possible. Very thankful for this community!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicc19
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful, Uplifting, & Enjoyable

    Phil is an excellent podcast host and does a great job bringing phenomenal guess while also holding powerful conversations. I’ve gotten so much out of listening to this. Not only have I continue to learn a lot about Health, but I’ve continued to be inspired, and understand what it truly means to heal as an individual

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Timpeters
    United Statesa year ago
  • Genuine dude

    Straight to the good stuff, raw and how it is, no fluffing around. Time listened well spent 🙌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Samyunson383
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Informative and helpful!

    I love the format and discussions in this podcast. Helped me a lot through some chronic health issues and gave me hope! I am pretty much recovered but I needed to hear discussions like this at the time

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agnieszkaburda
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Thankful for the podcast!

    This podcast has helped motivate me to not give up in my own health journey. We need more comeback/success stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jason George - Narrowtrail
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the format and depth of discussions, noting the balance between personal experiences and practical advice.
The podcast fosters a supportive community for chronic illness warriors, emphasizing resilience and healing.
Guests offer authentic and powerful stories, leading to an engaging and relatable listening experience.
Inspirational messages resonate with listeners, providing hope and motivation for those dealing with chronic health issues.

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Angela Hepp Tells Her Story Of Healing From Multiple Chronic Illnesses
Q: What would you tell that person right now to give them some hope?
I would say, you're not the exception. There are people with lupus, there are people with chronic fatigue, there are people with literally every chronic illness diagnosis that you can find. There's someone who's recovered from that.
When Healing Isn't Linear: Christina’s Journey of Resilience Through Ayurveda and Plant Medicine
Q: Can you share a bit about your journey and what healing looks like for you?
I've had chronic illness since infancy, with things worsening in my late 20s. Various treatments led me to start helping others heal as a therapist.
Vanessa Azelis Tells Her Story Of Her SECOND Chronic Comeback
Q: How do you balance everything you've got going on? Do you get triggered? How do you deal with that?
I practice self-care daily, making time for myself in-between sessions and using triggers as opportunities to work through my own healing.
Vanessa Azelis Tells Her Story Of Her SECOND Chronic Comeback
Q: Did you have any coaches or guides on your journey?
I worked with a coach and made incredible friends that I talk to daily. Witnessing each other's pain made a significant difference.
Marina Diamandis on her Battle with Chronic Fatigue (CFS) and Finding Growth in Healing
Q: What would be your advice for someone in their darkest hour, listening to this podcast?
Try and see this as an opportunity to actually change your life because something in your life or your system was not working.

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What is The Chronic Comeback about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on chronic illness recovery, the content showcases inspiring stories of individuals who have navigated their health challenges and emerged stronger. The series features numerous guests who share personal narratives about overcoming debilitating health conditions, while exploring therapeutic methods, holistic approaches, and mindset shifts that facilitate their healing journeys. Each episode highlights a range of experiences and expertise, creating a supportive environment that empowers listeners to embrace hope and resilience in their own recovery efforts.

What sets this podcast apart is its dedication to positivity and encouragement through real-life comeback stories, making it a beacon for those struggling with similar issues. Wi... more

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Recent guests on The Chronic Comeback include:

1. Rebecca Christensen
2. Angela Hepp
3. Ross Chouler
4. Marina Diamandis
5. Tim Peters
6. Lauren Less
7. Vanessa Azelis

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