Aligned to Rise Podcast

Send us a text You’ve probably heard at some point that endometriosis is a lifelong, progressive disease that only gets worse with time. But the research tells a very different (and far more hopeful) story. In this episode, I’m joined by Katie Edmonds, author of Heal Endo, to break down decades of studies showing that endometriosis often stabilizes, regresses, or even resolves. We explore why symptoms don’t always reflect lesion behavior, how inflammation and the nervous system influence endo, and what this means for your healing. This conversation will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and hopeful. Highlights: 🔗 Connect with Katie www.healendo.com@heal.endo Resources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37190782/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15547522/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10899492/ https://academic.oup.com/humrep/article-abstract/28/8/2023/661930?redirectedFrom=fulltext https://www.danmartinmd.com/files/endotheory.pdf Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideFree Quiz: What's Your Poop Telling You?Work with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text *This episode was originally published November 22, 2023. But I thought that Thanksgiving week is a wonderful time to bring it back to the light!* Today we are diving deep into how cultivating gratitude can transform our lives, particularly when facing a chronic condition such as endometriosis. From sharing my personal gratitude practices to demonstrating how gratitude can help alleviate depression and anxiety and even improve your digestive health, we will explore how this beautiful practice can support a healthier and more joyful life. We often tend to focus on the negatives in life, that’s just how our brains work. However, invoking an attitude of gratitude can ensure our thought patterns veer towards positivity, leading to better choices for our health. So join me as we give thanks, show appreciation, and unlock the healing power of gratitude in our everyday lives. Let’s begin our journey to become more grateful and ultimately, happier and healthier. Enjoy! References: Mayo Clinic article Harvard Health article Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideFree Quiz: What's Your Poop Telling You?Work with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text In this episode of Aligned to Rise, I break down the three hidden patterns that keep so many women stuck in cycles of bloating, fatigue, PMS, constipation, and hormone chaos, even when they’re doing “all the right things.” You’ll learn why symptoms keep repeating, how stress and nervous system overload impact your digestion and hormones, and the deeper emotional patterns that block true healing. Inside the episode: Links: – Sign up for the free Gut Reset Series (your next step!) – Learn more about the Aligned Gut Reset program Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideFree Quiz: What's Your Poop Telling You?Work with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text If you’ve ever lived with pain that just won’t quit, you know how exhausting it can feel to “try everything” and still wake up hurting. Today’s episode will expand your perspective on what’s possible. I’m joined by Mike Sententia, founder of Healing Lab, who’s on a mission to end chronic pain using the science of energy healing. His work combines decades of hands-on practice with measurable, research-backed methods to help people get out of pain, often in a single 20-minute session. In this conversation, Mike shares: ✨ How energy healing can reprogram the nervous system to stop sending pain signals ✨ What science is discovering about how energy affects inflammation, nerves, and tissue repair ✨ The fascinating story of how he developed his techniques, including the moment he realized energy could mimic the effects of pain medication ✨ Real-world results from clients who’ve experienced dramatic pain relief (including my own!) ✨ Why he offers a money-back guarantee for his sessions You’ll also hear my personal experience trying Mike’s energy healing for my own chronic upper-back pain! Whether you’re skeptical or simply curious, this episode offers a hopeful look at what happens when ancient energy wisdom meets modern science. Connect with Mike: Website: healinglab.org Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/healinglabsf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healinglab_bayarea TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healinglabbayarea Chronic Pain Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/holisticoa Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideFree Quiz: What's Your Poop Telling You?Work with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text If you’ve been trying everything to balance your hormones, but yet you STILL feel tired, inflamed, moody, bloated, or off, this episode is going to feel like such a relief. Because the truth is: most women are focusing on the wrong problem when it comes to hormone health. Inside this episode, we unpack 3 of the most common hormone myths that keep women stuck in trial-and-error mode, and what you actually need to look at instead. You’ll walk away with a completely different lens for supporting your body, especially if you’ve been “doing all the right things,” yet still feel like something isn’t clicking. This conversation is here to help you see your body through new eyes, give you clarity, and help you start actually feeling like yourself again. In this episode, we cover: actuallyReady to go deeper with this work? Join the free Gut Reset Workshop Series Learn more about the Aligned Gut Reset group program Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideFree Quiz: What's Your Poop Telling You?Work with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text Have you ever felt like you should understand your body by now, but no one ever really taught you how it works? In this episode, I’m joined by Kate Douglas, a certified Fertility Awareness Educator and founder of Earthbody, to uncover the truth about what your cycle is actually trying to tell you. Kate shares how fertility awareness and body literacy can completely change the way you understand your health, whether you’re trying to conceive, prevent pregnancy, or simply reconnect with your body. We talk about: ✨ The shocking truth about how many days you can actually get pregnant ✨ What your cervical fluid and temperature can reveal about your hormones ✨ Why most period-tracking apps get it wrong ✨ How learning to read your body’s signs can empower you to make informed choices ✨ The difference between the rhythm method and true fertility awareness This episode is packed with aha moments that will leave you feeling empowered, informed, and more connected to your body than ever before. Connect w/ Kate: CycleSenseCycleScienceEarth Body Substack@helloearthbody Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideFree Quiz: What's Your Poop Telling You?Work with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text Constipation might not be the most glamorous topic, but it’s one of the most important conversations we can have when it comes to gut health (and hormone health too!). In this episode, we get real about what your poop is trying to tell you, from simple daily habits that can make a big difference to the deeper root causes that often get overlooked. Whether you’re struggling with bloating, sluggish digestion, or feeling “stuck” in more ways than one, this episode will help you understand what’s actually going on inside your body, and how to finally get things moving again. In this episode, you’ll learn: really Resources mentioned: The Gut Reset Series (free 3-part workshop series) Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideFree Quiz: What's Your Poop Telling You?Work with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text After eight years of infertility, IVF, and loss, I’m now 17 weeks pregnant with a little girl. But if I’m being honest, pregnancy after miscarriage hasn’t looked the way I imagined it would. It’s been filled with gratitude and joy, but also fear, anxiety, and learning how to trust my body again after years of disappointment. In today’s episode, I’m opening up about what this journey has really looked like behind the scenes. I'm sharing how I’ve been navigating pregnancy after loss, the emotional tools that have supported me along the way, and the powerful mindset shifts that have helped me release fear and fully receive the joy of this miracle. Whether you’re still on your fertility journey or walking through pregnancy after loss, I hope this episode reminds you that you’re not alone and that healing doesn’t mean never feeling fear again. It means learning to find peace, grace, and gratitude in the middle of it all. In This Episode, You’ll Hear: Listen to my full journey of how I conceived naturally after an 8-year fertility journey: https://www.alignedtorise.com/105-2/ Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideFree Quiz: What's Your Poop Telling You?Work with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text In this fascinating conversation, I sits down with Dr. Jennifer Schlueter, a certified trauma-informed hypnotherapist and spiritual hypnosis trainer, to explore the deep connection between endometriosis, trauma, and emotions, and how healing the subconscious mind can lead to real, physical transformation. Dr. Jennifer shares stories from her PhD research, where she helped women with endometriosis dramatically reduce pain and reconnect with their feminine energy through subconscious and ancestral healing. You’ll learn: ✨ How emotional trauma (even ancestral) can manifest as physical symptoms ✨ The science behind mind–body healing ✨ Real case studies of women who found relief from chronic pain ✨ Simple tools like hypnotherapy, breathwork, and EFT that you can use to release stored emotions and regulate your nervous system If you’ve ever felt like you’ve “tried everything” for your symptoms, this episode will open your eyes to a whole new level of healing. Resources & Links Mentioned: The Body Keeps the ScoreBessel van der KolkWhen the Body Says NoDr. Gabor MatéThe Encyclopedia of Ailments and DiseasesJacques MartelYou Can Heal Your LifeLouise HayAnother SelfDr. Jennifer Schlueter’s website Follow Dr. Jennifer on Instagram: @dr.jenniferschlueter Dr. Jennifer on TikTokDr. Jennifer on YouTube Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text After 8 years of trying, countless tears, and the weight of endometriosis and infertility, I finally conceived naturally at age 36. But here’s the surprising part: it wasn’t about adding more protocols or doing more. It was about what I stopped doing. In this episode, I’m sharing the 6 powerful shifts I made. Simple, yet life-changing decisions that freed me from stress, pressure, and fear, and opened the door to possibility. If you’ve ever felt broken, stuck, or exhausted by your fertility journey, this episode will give you a new perspective and maybe even the dose of hope you’ve been craving. Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text If you’ve ever felt trapped in a cycle of pain, pills, and endless doctor visits, this episode is for you. My guest today, Laura Haraka, spent four years chasing answers for her chronic pelvic pain, seeing over 25 doctors, getting 10 different diagnoses, trying medications, and even having surgery, with no relief. Then came the turning point: discovering somatic experiencing, breathwork, and the mind-body connection that completely transformed her life. Laura is now pain-free, without meds, without procedures, and she’s teaching others how to do the same. In this episode, you’ll hear: 🎧 Listen until the end — Laura shares free meditations and breathwork practices you can use right away. Resources & Links Mentioned: Laura’s Website: Feel to Heal WellnessConnect w/ Laura on InstagramConnect w/ Laura on FacebookConnect w/ Laura on TikTokConnect w/ Laura on LinkedInInsight Timer App FREEBREATHERto try a breathwork session for free by clicking here to find Laura's store Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text ⚠️ Gentle Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of infertility, IVF, miscarriage, and pregnancy. Please take care of your heart and listen only if it feels supportive for you today. 💛 After eight long years of navigating infertility, two rounds of IVF, a miscarriage, and countless moments of heartbreak, I have a very special surprise to share with you. 🌈 In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my entire fertility journey: the rock bottom moments, the turning points, and the emotional + physical healing that changed everything. You’ll hear how I went from despair to hope, from chronic pain to vibrant health, and ultimately to conceiving naturally, against all odds. If you’re in the thick of your own fertility journey (or supporting someone who is), this story is for you. My deepest hope is that it reminds you that healing is possible and miracles do happen. Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text How to fuel your body, honor your cycle, and finally reclaim the energy to go after your big dreams. Ever feel like no matter how much you sleep (or how much coffee you drink), you’re still running on empty? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why fatigue keeps holding ambitious women back, and what to do about it. I’ll share: superpower If you’re tired of being tired, this episode will help you fuel smarter, align more deeply with yourself, and finally step into the energy you need to chase your big, bold dreams. Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who’s also chasing big goals but struggling with having enough energy to keep it going. Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text Functional nutritionist Kara Becker joins me on the podcast today to reframe PCOS and fertility through a metabolic lens (think blood sugar, inflammation, stress, and nervous system “safety,” not just sex hormones). In this episode, you’ll learn: yourConnect with Kara: Website Instagram Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text If you’ve tried everything for your chronic pain, from supplements to massage to chiropractic work to medications, and nothing seems to help, this episode may be the missing piece you’ve been searching for. What if the pain you’re experiencing isn’t just physical? In this episode, I share my personal story of how unresolved emotions showed up as years of back pain, and how releasing them finally set me free. You’ll also hear powerful examples of others who overcame decades of pain by addressing the emotional roots of their symptoms. Do you experience chronic pain and would like to experience a taste of how releasing stuck emotions can help release the pain? You're in luck! For a limited time only, I'm offering a one-time session where we can work on exactly that. And the best part? It's 100% risk-free! That's right, if you come out of the session and don't feel like your pain has been reduced or are unsatisfied for any reason, you can request your money back, no questions asked. What's there to lose? ​Click here to book your Chronic Pain Breakthrough Session today!​ Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text What if your pain isn’t just in your body… but in your brain? In this episode, I sit down with physiotherapist and endo warrior Jill Mueller to uncover the surprising truth about pain science and endometriosis. We talk about: Whether you’re dealing with endometriosis, pelvic pain, or chronic pain of any kind, this conversation will change how you see your symptoms (and give you hope that things can get better). 👉 Connect with Jill: Endo Together Endo 360 Healthy Balance Physiotherapy Instagram: @endotogether @endometriosis360 @oakvillephysio Questionnaire: https://xgtgdpj6cvh.typeform.com/to/MWbRdrF2 Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text In this milestone 100th episode, I’m sharing the 10 most powerful lessons I’ve learned over the past two years, through impactful episodes, client stories, and my own healing journey. Whether you're new to the podcast or have been with me from the start, you’ll find insights that will help you take your own health journey to the next level. Tune in to hear the lessons that have shaped my personal and professional growth, and how you can apply them to your life. I can’t wait to celebrate this special episode with you! Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text If your cycles feel off, PMS is wrecking your mood, or you just feel like your hormones are all over the place lately, this episode is for you. I’m sharing 5 specific things I stopped doing that radically changed my hormone health. These shifts supported my endometriosis symptoms, balanced my cycles, and brought back my energy in a way I didn’t think was possible. I’m living proof that your hormones can heal naturally, and these are some of the exact shifts that helped me get there. Mentioned in this episode: Ep. 21: Blood Sugar: The Key to Hormonal Balance?Ep. 97: Is Stress Secretly Sabotaging Your Health Goals? w/ Molly McNamee Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text It’s easy to start identifying with the label you’ve been given, whether it's endometriosis, autoimmune disease, or chronic illness. But what if that’s not who you are? In this episode, I’m getting real about how I used to let my diagnosis define me, and how shifting my identity and mindset completely transformed my healing journey. You’ll learn: doPlus, a reminder you may not hear enough: You are so much more than your symptoms. Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

Send us a text Are your workouts helping you, or secretly making your stress worse? In this episode of Aligned to Rise, I’m joined by Molly McNamee, fitness and hormone health coach, to unpack the powerful connection between stress, your nervous system, and the way you exercise. We’ll dive into: ✔ Why chronic stress sabotages your health goals (and how to spot the signs) ✔ The surprising ways workouts can impact your hormones and cortisol levels ✔ How to choose the right exercise for YOUR body and nervous system ✔ Why “less is more” when it comes to fitness and stress relief ✔ Practical tips to support hormone balance and stress recovery through movement If you’ve been working out harder and harder but still feel bloated, tired, or stuck, this conversation will change the way you approach fitness forever. Free Resource from Molly: Grab her Conquer Your Cortisol Guide Links & Resources: @mfit.workoutsmollymcnamee.com Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | Spotify Connect w/ Alyssa: InstagramWebsite Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet GuideWork with me 1:1 Learn more about Alyssa Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.