Episode #28: How To Heal Without Pushing So Hard

We’ve all heard it: “Everyone needs magnesium” or “You should be doing ice baths.”
But what if blindly following wellness advice is part of what’s making you unwell?

In this episode of What’s My Body Telling Me?, Dr. Anthea Todd is joined by naturopath, herbalist, somatic therapist, and educator Lara Ryan for a powerful and practical conversation about what your body actually needs to heal—and why doing what’s “right” might not be right for you.

From burnout and “shoulds,” to shaking, magnesium, and the deep nervous system shifts required for true healing—this episode is a loving, grounded guide back to self-trust.

You’ll Hear About:

• The difference between a naturopath and a herbalist (and why it matters)

• Why women in their 40s often feel flat, foggy, or not like themselves

• The supplement trap: why your magnesium might not be working

• What your muscles, periods, or blood sugars might be trying to say

• The real reason you're tired—even if your tests are normal

• Why your nervous system is the key to healing and digestion

• The science and power of somatic shaking

• How beliefs and “shoulds” create real physical symptoms

• Why you’re not broken—you’re just disconnected

“True self-care really is—it's not bubble baths and massages. It's making real decisions that go, ‘My life will not be like this anymore.’” — Lara Ryan

Whether you're wondering what supplement to take, feeling dismissed by doctors, or just tired of trying so hard—this conversation will help you come home to yourself. Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.