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Sleep Is a Nervous System Skill, Not a Willpower Problem
Your Mind Isn’t Broken, It’s Just Wired On. Here’s How to Power It Down at Night. If you’re exhausted but your mind feels like it’s running a strategy meeting the second your head hits the pillow… you’re not failing at sleep. If you fall asleep, but then 2-3 hours later you wake up and you can't seem to get back to sleep, this might be for you. Your nervous system is just stuck in “executive mode.”Planning. Replaying. Worrying. Evaluating. And telling yourself to “just relax” usually makes it worse. So instead of trying to shut your brain off we’re going to give it something better to do. It’s called Cognitive Shuffling and it works with your biology, not against it. What Is Cognitive Shuffling? Cognitive shuffling is a simple mental technique that mimics what your brain naturally does right before sleep. As you fall asleep, your brain shifts from- - Focused, logical thinking into random, dreamy, disorganized thought patterns. Cognitive shuffling gently nudges your brain into that exact state on purpose so you get there faster and with less effort. Instead of trying to silence your thoughts, you redirect them into something neutral, boring, and harmless. That’s what allows your nervous system to finally drop into rest. Why This Works (Especially for High Thinkers) If you’re a- - Busy mom - Business owner - Caregiver - Over thinker - Highresponsibility human then your brain doesn’t automatically shut down at night. It waits for the first quiet moment to finally process everything. That’s not anxiety. That’s an overactive executive system. Cognitive shuffling- - Interrupts problem solving loops - Reduces cognitive load - Signals safety to your nervous system - Lowers nighttime cortisol - Triggers parasympathetic (“rest & digest”) activation No supplements. No tracking. No effort. Just biology. How To Do Cognitive Shuffling (5 Simple Steps) 1.Prepare your environment Dim the lights. Power down screens. Cool the room. Quiet the space.
Sleep Is a Nervous System Skill, Not a Willpower Problem
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I think I will give this a try. I usually can get to sleep fast but wake up in the night but usually can get back to sleep fast but sometimes I can’t sleep fast or get back to sleep fast
You’re not broken. You just need the right next step, Are You Ready?
If you’ve tried dieting, cutting carbs, skipping meals, or exercising harder… and you’re still not seeing results—especially after 40—please hear this - You’re not broken. Your body just needs the right next step. This week we're opening a few FREE - 20–> 30 minute Insight Calls for Women in this Community. No pressure. Nothing to "buy". Just clarity. On our call, we’ll uncover - 1. Your #1 hidden blocker (could be hormones, stress, or food timing) 2. Two simple, personalized action steps you can start this week 3. IF you want more information on the possibility of us working together on your Health, AND we both feel it might be a "fit", we'd be happy to set up a completely separate call. Want one? Just comment “INSIGHT” below.I’ll reply and DM you the booking link. Once you’ve scheduled, comment “Booked” so others know how fast spots are going. Let’s make this the week you finally stop guessing—and start moving forward. Just comment “INSIGHT” below. 💝
You’re not broken. You just need the right next step, Are You Ready?
1 like • Aug '25
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Unlearning to Heal
What’s one or more beliefs that protected you as a child… but now confines your health journey? That belief may have helped you survive then. But is it helping you thrive now? 1. "Finish everything on your plate." Taught you not to waste. Now? You override hunger cues and struggle with portion control. 2. "Good girls don’t ask for what they want." Kept you ‘polite’ and accepted. Now? You don’t advocate for your needs — in your health, relationships, or rest. 3. "Work comes before play." Taught discipline and responsibility. Now? You skip workouts, sleep, or stress relief because “there’s always more to do.” 4. "Don’t be selfish." Kept peace in the family. Now? You feel guilty prioritizing your meals, workouts, or self-care. 5. "Push through it." Built resilience. Now? You ignore pain, fatigue, or burnout — until your body forces you to stop. 6. "If you’re not productive, you’re lazy." Gave you drive. Now? You can’t rest without guilt — even when rest is exactly what your body needs to heal. 7. "Thin = good. Fat = bad." Came from diet culture in your environment. Now? You equate worth with weight and sabotage progress through shame or extremes. 8. "Children should be seen and not heard." You learned to stay quiet, stay small, and not make waves. It protected you from conflict or rejection. Now? You silence your needs. You struggle to speak up — at the doctor’s office, in relationships, in your coaching journey. You may even dismiss your own body’s signals… because you were taught your voice didn’t matter. Your voice is vital.Your story is valid.Your body is worth listening to — and so are you. Any others You experienced that don't serve you now? 💝
1 like • Aug '25
I can relate to this
Cysts, Nodules, Fibroids, Lumps & Bumps? Part 2
The body creates things like cysts, nodules, fibroids, polyps, lipomas, and even skin tags for a reason. These aren't random or “malfunctions” — they’re usually adaptive responses to internal stress or imbalance. Think of them as your body’s way of protecting you, containing damage, or signaling that something deeper needs attention. Here's why the body forms these kinds of growths - 1. Hormonal Imbalances When hormones — especially estrogen and progesterone — are out of balance, tissue can grow inappropriately. This is common in conditions like uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, breast lumps, and endometriosis. Often, estrogen is too high (or not balanced by enough progesterone), leading to excessive tissue growth. Thyroid nodules are another example, often linked to low thyroid function, iodine deficiency, or autoimmune thyroid disease like Hashimoto’s. 2. Chronic Inflammation Long-term inflammation tells your body, “Something is off — start repairing.” But that constant repair process can create scar tissue, nodules, or even calcifications. For example, lung nodules may form after past infections, and colon polyps may appear from years of gut irritation. 3. Toxic Overload When your body can’t safely eliminate toxins through normal detox routes (liver, kidneys, skin, lymph), it may store them in fat or fluid-filled sacs like cysts or lipomas. These are often seen as a protective mechanism — better to isolate the problem than let it circulate. 4. Insulin Resistance High insulin levels (common in pre-diabetes or metabolic syndrome) can trigger growth signals in the body. That’s why skin tags, ovarian cysts (as seen in PCOS), and fibroids are often more common in women with insulin resistance. Insulin acts like a “grow” hormone when too high, especially combined with excess estrogen. 5. Mineral Deficiencies Low levels of iodine, magnesium, selenium, or zinc can lead to dysfunction in the thyroid, breast tissue, and other organs. For instance, iodine deficiency is a known cause of both thyroid nodules and fibrocystic breast changes. This doesn't mean to randomly take extra minerals - Consult a Health professional well versed in these matters.
2 likes • Aug '25
If you lack progesterone as intersex can one have hiatus hernia? If so what can you do about that hernia? Asking for my spouse
Do You have one of these Growths?
Here's a list of common growths the body creates - - Cysts – Fluid-filled sacs (common in ovaries, breasts, skin) - Nodules – Small solid lumps (seen in thyroid, lungs, liver) - Fibroids – Benign muscular tumors (usually found in the uterus) - Polyps – Tissue overgrowths on mucous membranes (colon, uterus, nasal passages) - Lipomas – Soft, fatty deposits under the skin - Skin tags – Small, soft flaps of skin (often in areas of friction like armpits or neck) - Ganglion cysts – Fluid-filled lumps near joints or tendons (commonly wrists or hands) - Calcifications – Hardened mineral deposits in soft tissues (like breasts, arteries) - Keloids – Overgrown, raised scar tissue beyond the original wound site - Swollen lymph nodes – Enlargement due to infection, inflammation, or immune activity - Granulomas – Small nodular areas of chronic inflammation (common in lungs, liver, skin) - Hemangiomas – Benign tumors made of blood vessels (appear as red or purple birthmarks) - Sebaceous cysts – Cysts filled with sebum (typically form under the skin near hair follicles) - Bone spurs – Bony projections that develop along joints due to wear and tear - Neuromas – Thickened nerve tissue (often painful, like Morton’s neuroma in the foot) - Goiters – Enlarged thyroid gland (can appear as a neck swelling) - Warts – Small, rough growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) - Moles – Pigmented skin spots that can be flat or raised, usually benign - Papillomas – Benign epithelial tumors (like HPV) - Abscesses – Pockets of pus caused by bacterial infection, inflammation, or injury - Buffalo Hump – A fatty pad or lump at the upper back/base of the neck You have one of these and wish you knew WHY? So you go to your Doctor and they share their thoughts with You as to why you have it or the cause. Often drugs, burning it off or out, radiation or surgery are the most common solution?
1 like • Aug '25
I have all kinds of moles and I think a few skin tags. I was told it’s common for people with Turner Syndrome to have them
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Shannon Sargefield
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Hello I am Shannon. I live in Alberta. I’m a storm chaser. I am an upcoming author. I have diabetes and an advocate for people and animals who can’t

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