Answers Often Arise in the Most Unexpected Places
I’ve spent the last 34 years of my life looking for answers for myself, my daughter, and my patients in how to find more freedom from these behaviors and how to navigate life a bit more skillfully with a highly sensitive nervous system. I’ve spent many of those years miserably failing.
Some of life’s greatest insights happen in the most unexpected of places. It’s been through my work with children on the Autism Spectrum that I’ve learned the most about how to find freedom from these behaviors. Many children on The Spectrum do repetitive stimming behaviors like hand flapping, rocking, spinning, or repetitive phrases to calm and soothe their nervous system.
But unlike many of us with body-focused repetitive behaviors who try desperately to hide them, children with Autism do these behaviors anytime and anywhere they are feeling over or under-stimulated. Because their behaviors are so much easier to observe, I quickly learned through listening to parents and observing the kids what made their behaviors worse and what really helped.
I learned from my patients with Autism:
- Which foods are helpful and which ones tend to make behaviors worse,
- How common chemicals in personal care and cleaning products cause irritation and urges,
- Which herbs balance the brain and nervous system and bring soothing to sensitive systems,
- How digestion is an integral component of these repetitive behaviors,
- How to deal with hormonal fluctuations and the increase in behaviors which is a result,
- Which stress-reduction and resiliency exercises actually make a difference, and
- The importance of a daily structure to maintain results.
What if it's not all in your genes?
Research has shown that the susceptibility to do repetitive behaviors has a genetic basis and runs in our families. But what if it's not all in your genes? Just because you've inherited genes that code for diseases or sensitivities doesn't mean that you're stuck with those conditions. The science of epigenetics has proven that we have a lot of control over which of our genes get expressed. We actually have the ability to quiet genes that code for illness and disease through our lifestyle choices.
Over the last 15 years, I’ve developed and refined a holistic protocol called Defy Your DNA to help individuals put the power of epigenetics to work for them. You'll learn more about this approach in your free course.
I’ve witnessed the awesome power of the innate healing ability of the body to regain health and vitality from some of the most difficult conditions. I’m grateful to be able to help individuals take back their power and realize that your genes are not your destiny.
Simple. Practical. Lasting Results.
My goal isn't to fix or change you. Your sensitivity isn't going to go away. But just like you learned how to do your repetitive behaviors, you absolutely can learn new ways to soothe your nervous system. I've learned that strategies need to be simple. They need to fit practically into your life. Most importantly, I've found that the key to lasting results is having a daily structure of these nervous-system-supporting practices so you can't get too far off track. You can do this. I promise.
Jen C.
WHAT WERE YOU MOST AFRAID OF BEFORE TAKING THE COURSE?
"The shame I’d feel if I never stopped pulling. But I am not afraid now, as I no longer see shame in that. I learned to love myself as I am, hair or none."
Tammy W.
WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE THING YOU LEARNED?
"I learned the fundamental importance of a morning and evening routine. I’ve tinkered with the routines I learned in the class so that they suit my nervous system and lifestyle, but everything I do is related in some way to skills and techniques I learned in this course. The morning and evening routine are the cornerstones of my day."
Jess W.
WHAT DID YOU LEARN ABOUT YOURSELF?
"The connection between my behaviors and my body- how my makeup products could be contributing to my behavior and how my body reacts throughout the day to my stress level (and how to modulate my body accordingly). The game time repetition has been a game changer- a wonderful way to stop, in the moment, and take care of my bodily needs. It’s so simple yet so powerful."
Is it okay if I already see a therapist?
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Will this program make my behaviors disappear?
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How much time will the 12-Week Beyond BFRB program take?
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What if I don't feel ready right now?
Be brave and choose your free course!
For pullers.
1-2 people out of every 100 silently struggle with repetitive hair pulling. If you pull from your scalp, eyelashes, eyebrows, pubic area, or legs you're not alone.
For pickers.
Repetitive skin picking is very common and is estimated to affect between 1.4-5.4% of the population. This makes it more common than peanut allergies!
For biters.
Biting may be the most familiar repetitive behavior. For some it can become chronic. If you bite your nails, cuticles, skin, lips, or cheeks, we've got you covered!
For families.
Feeling confused and helpless about how to help your loved one? Join the club! Take our mini-course to learn how you can be more skillful in your support.