Unlocking Your Inner Healer: The Power of Epigenetics and Neuroplasticity

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Myrna Young and Dr. Karyn Shanks discuss how epigenetics and neuroplasticity can help mitigate chronic illness and emotional disconnection.

In this engaging episode Host Myrna Young, and Dr. Karyn Shanks delves into the compelling topic of mitigating chronic illness and emotional disconnection. The discussion highlights how contemporary science, specifically epigenetics and neuroplasticity, underscores our capacity to influence health outcomes, challenging the perception that individuals are irreparably "broken" by illness or trauma. Dr. Shanks elucidates the transformative power of holistic approaches, emphasizing the potential ...

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Host: Myrna Young

Guest: Dr. Karyn Shanks

Topics covered

• epigenetics
• neuroplasticity
• chronic illness
• emotional disconnection
• holistic approaches

Keywords

• epigenetics
• neuroplasticity
• chronic illness
• emotional health
• holistic healing

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