<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Pain Free For Good Podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if your pain wasn't something to fight...but something to understand?</p><p>Welcome to Pain Free For Good--A podcast for those who are ready to reconnect with their body, rewrite their story, and reclaim the power within them. Whether you've experienced chronic pain, illness, or emotional trauma, this space is here to guide you back to your body's natural ability to heal.</p><p>Through personal stories, science backed insights, and deep emotional exploration, we uncover what's really underneath the pain-and how to release it.</p><p>You are not broken. Your body is not working against you. It's speaking to you.</p><p>And here,we learn how to listen to it's message.</p>]]></description><link>https://Painfreeforgood.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:02:04 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/YxWf1Xee.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Heather Peterson]]></author><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:04:45 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Heather Peterson]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Health & Fitness]]></category><category><![CDATA[Mental Health]]></category><itunes:author>Heather Peterson</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What if your pain wasn&apos;t something to fight...but something to understand?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Welcome to Pain Free For Good--A podcast for those who are ready to reconnect with their body, rewrite their story, and reclaim the power within them. Whether you&apos;ve experienced chronic pain, illness, or emotional trauma, this space is here to guide you back to your body&apos;s natural ability to heal.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through personal stories, science backed insights, and deep emotional exploration, we uncover what&apos;s really underneath the pain-and how to release it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You are not broken. Your body is not working against you. It&apos;s speaking to you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And here,we learn how to listen to it&apos;s message.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Heather Peterson</itunes:name><itunes:email>heatherspring7@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Mental Health"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/logos/0265f5eb-e945-4312-997a-252eea20866a.jpeg"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Journey to Acceptance with Thomas Dockstader]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Thomas shares his extraordinary journey from growing up in a polygamous cult to overcoming addiction and trauma, and discovering self-acceptance and healing. His story offers deep insights into resilience, mental health, and personal transformation. In this episode, Thomas shares his profound journey through trauma, sobriety, and spiritual awakening, including his experiences with hypnotherapy, meditation, and ayahuasca. Discover how he transformed pain into purpose and how others can start their own path of self-discovery.</p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction and guest background</p><p>02:05 Growing up in the FLDS polygamous cult</p><p>06:54 The indoctrination and control by Warren Jeffs</p><p>12:07 Leaving the cult and early work experiences</p><p>20:12 The emotional impact of leaving and rejection</p><p>29:50 Marriage, divorce, and the cycle of addiction</p><p>40:07 The rock bottom moment and suicidal thoughts</p><p>49:46 The journey to sobriety and self-discovery</p><p>01:00:01 Hypnosis and uncovering childhood abandonment</p><p>01:09:55 The importance of self-acceptance and healing</p><p>01:20:14 Lessons learned and advice for listeners</p><p>03:51 The role of hypnotherapy and meditation in healing</p><p>09:58 Experiences with ayahuasca and psychedelic journeys</p><p>20:12 Understanding the cycle of suffering and self-acceptance</p><p>29:50 Creating tools for self-awareness and growth</p><p>40:07 Breaking free from societal conditioning</p><p>49:46 The journey of forgiveness and empathy</p><p>01:00:01 The app 'Accept' for self-work and healing</p><p>01:09:55 The importance of purpose beyond material success</p><p>Find Heather at:</p><p>Painfreeforgood.com</p><p>Email at <a href="mailto:painfreeforgood7@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">painfreeforgood7@gmail.com</a></p><p>Instagram @painfreeforgood @thepainfreeforgoodpodcast</p><p>Youtube @painfreeforgood</p><p>Find Thomas at:</p><p>Instagram @thomasdockstader</p><p>Podcast @thechicodes</p><p>Youtube @thechicodes</p><p>Accept App <a href="https://accpetapp.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://accpetapp.com</a></p><p><br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">0bacceac-d06f-4887-a23b-d4e8f280569a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Heather Peterson]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6fff585122d3cc9acbf96649a4eedef61c9ad72136f9ec3102f2c77906eb1d80/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwYmFjY2VhYy1kMDZmLTQ4ODctYTIzYi1kNGU4ZjI4MDU2OWEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMzdiOTk0ZS1iOWYzLTRlY2UtODc2Ny01YjAxZDVjZmQ2NTkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWIzMjM4MmQ5NGQ0YTQwZDFiZDUyYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFiYjFlNjBiMjgyMTExYmEzNmE4OGVlL2hlYXRoZXItcGV0ZXJzb25zLXN0dWRpby0yMDI2LTktMjlfXzItMTEtNDQubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="207007808" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/episodes/0bacceac-d06f-4887-a23b-d4e8f280569a/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Thomas shares his extraordinary journey from growing up in a polygamous cult to overcoming addiction and trauma, and discovering self-acceptance and healing. His story offers deep insights into resilience, mental health, and personal transformation. In this episode, Thomas shares his profound journey through trauma, sobriety, and spiritual awakening, including his experiences with hypnotherapy, meditation, and ayahuasca. Discover how he transformed pain into purpose and how others can start their own path of self-discovery.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction and guest background&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:05 Growing up in the FLDS polygamous cult&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;06:54 The indoctrination and control by Warren Jeffs&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;12:07 Leaving the cult and early work experiences&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;20:12 The emotional impact of leaving and rejection&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;29:50 Marriage, divorce, and the cycle of addiction&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;40:07 The rock bottom moment and suicidal thoughts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;49:46 The journey to sobriety and self-discovery&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:00:01 Hypnosis and uncovering childhood abandonment&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:09:55 The importance of self-acceptance and healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:20:14 Lessons learned and advice for listeners&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;03:51 The role of hypnotherapy and meditation in healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:58 Experiences with ayahuasca and psychedelic journeys&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;20:12 Understanding the cycle of suffering and self-acceptance&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;29:50 Creating tools for self-awareness and growth&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;40:07 Breaking free from societal conditioning&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;49:46 The journey of forgiveness and empathy&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:00:01 The app &apos;Accept&apos; for self-work and healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:09:55 The importance of purpose beyond material success&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Find Heather at:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Painfreeforgood.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Email at &lt;a href=&quot;mailto:painfreeforgood7@gmail.com&quot; rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot;&gt;painfreeforgood7@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram @painfreeforgood @thepainfreeforgoodpodcast&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Youtube @painfreeforgood&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Find Thomas at:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram @thomasdockstader&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Podcast @thechicodes&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Youtube @thechicodes&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Accept App &lt;a href=&quot;https://accpetapp.com&quot; rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot;&gt;https://accpetapp.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:47:49</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/logos/0265f5eb-e945-4312-997a-252eea20866a.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Journey to Acceptance with Thomas Dockstader</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Goldilocks Principle]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of The Pain Free For Good Podcast, Heather discusses the importance of embracing seasonal transitions and finding balance in our lives. She uses the Goldilocks principle to illustrate how our bodies communicate their needs, emphasizing the significance of listening to these messages. Heather shares her personal experiences with body awareness, the pressure cooker effect of accumulated stress, and practical applications for achieving balance in various aspects of life. She encourages listeners to reconnect with their intuition and build a relationship with their bodies to foster healing and authenticity.</p><p></p><p>00:00 Embracing Seasonal Transitions</p><p>03:17 The Goldilocks Principle: Finding Balance</p><p>07:09 Listening to Your Body's Messages</p><p>12:53 The Pressure Cooker Effect</p><p>18:09 Practical Applications of Balance</p><p>23:19 Reconnecting with Your Intuition</p><p>29:45 Building a Relationship with Your Body</p><p></p><p>You can find Heather at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Painfreeforgood.com" target="_blank">Painfreeforgood.com</a></p><p>Email at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Painfreeforgood7@gmail.com" target="_blank">Painfreeforgood7@gmail.com</a></p><p>Instagram and YouTube @painfreeforgood</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fd34bb35-5dfd-44a2-b076-dd12f96332fc</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Heather Peterson]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/4a0127a1837bd8f2ff39c19a318776be47297999f7d16e4f15a04e6df7138ca5/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmZDM0YmIzNS01ZGZkLTQ0YTItYjA3Ni1kZDEyZjk2MzMyZmMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMzdiOTk0ZS1iOWYzLTRlY2UtODc2Ny01YjAxZDVjZmQ2NTkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWIzMjM4MmQ5NGQ0YTQwZDFiZDUyYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE4OGRlMDljMjRhZGJkMjk1MGE4ODc3L2hlYXRoZXItcGV0ZXJzb25zLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTgtMjJfXzEtMjMtNTMubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="54296389" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/episodes/fd34bb35-5dfd-44a2-b076-dd12f96332fc/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Pain Free For Good Podcast, Heather discusses the importance of embracing seasonal transitions and finding balance in our lives. She uses the Goldilocks principle to illustrate how our bodies communicate their needs, emphasizing the significance of listening to these messages. Heather shares her personal experiences with body awareness, the pressure cooker effect of accumulated stress, and practical applications for achieving balance in various aspects of life. She encourages listeners to reconnect with their intuition and build a relationship with their bodies to foster healing and authenticity.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Embracing Seasonal Transitions&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;03:17 The Goldilocks Principle: Finding Balance&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;07:09 Listening to Your Body&apos;s Messages&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;12:53 The Pressure Cooker Effect&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;18:09 Practical Applications of Balance&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;23:19 Reconnecting with Your Intuition&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;29:45 Building a Relationship with Your Body&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can find Heather at &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://Painfreeforgood.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Painfreeforgood.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Email at &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:Painfreeforgood7@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Painfreeforgood7@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram and YouTube @painfreeforgood&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:17</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/logos/0265f5eb-e945-4312-997a-252eea20866a.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Goldilocks Principle</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Fear to Freedom: Jamie’s Journey of Self-Discovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Jamie shares her transformative journey of uncovering deep-seated beliefs, overcoming fears, and embracing authenticity. Discover how she used emotional awareness and tools like journaling and questioning unconscious beliefs to heal and find peace.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Heather and Jamie’s story</p><p>02:04 Jamie’s realization of living inauthentically</p><p>04:01 Uncovering fears that held Jamie back</p><p>07:10 Childhood beliefs about strength and independence</p><p>09:51 The impact of secrets and shame on self-identity</p><p>12:52 The power of sharing and vulnerability</p><p>17:09 Using the Accept app to explore emotions</p><p>20:01 Healing from chronic fatigue and emotional grief</p><p>24:54 The body’s response to emotional authenticity</p><p>30:01 Letting go of perfectionism and control</p><p>34:45 The importance of self-love and acceptance</p><p>40:00 Practical tools for ongoing emotional work</p><p>44:57 Jamie’s message of hope for dark times</p><p></p><p>Resources</p><p>The Healing Questions Guide by Wendi Jensen</p><p>The Accept App - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://acceptapp.com" target="_blank">https://acceptapp.com</a></p><p>Find Heather at:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Painfreeforgood.com" target="_blank">Painfreeforgood.com</a></p><p>Email  <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Painfreeforgood7@gmail.com" target="_blank">Painfreeforgood7@gmail.com</a></p><p>Instagram @painfreeforgood @Thepainfreeforgoodpodcast</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">05ca4cdc-f10b-474b-8a13-0dfa4ec69b6e</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Heather Peterson]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b2b1327432a8dee098ba5cd9192fe0d0edc4117ad1f0deb2dcfa37f21f423962/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwNWNhNGNkYy1mMTBiLTQ3NGItOGExMy0wZGZhNGVjNjliNmUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMzdiOTk0ZS1iOWYzLTRlY2UtODc2Ny01YjAxZDVjZmQ2NTkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWIzMjM4MmQ5NGQ0YTQwZDFiZDUyYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE2NmNhMGZkNjAwYzlkOWZhNTM1ODYwL2hlYXRoZXItcGV0ZXJzb25zLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTctMjdfXzUtMS0zNS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="109227093" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/episodes/05ca4cdc-f10b-474b-8a13-0dfa4ec69b6e/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Jamie shares her transformative journey of uncovering deep-seated beliefs, overcoming fears, and embracing authenticity. Discover how she used emotional awareness and tools like journaling and questioning unconscious beliefs to heal and find peace.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction to Heather and Jamie’s story&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:04 Jamie’s realization of living inauthentically&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;04:01 Uncovering fears that held Jamie back&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;07:10 Childhood beliefs about strength and independence&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:51 The impact of secrets and shame on self-identity&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;12:52 The power of sharing and vulnerability&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;17:09 Using the Accept app to explore emotions&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;20:01 Healing from chronic fatigue and emotional grief&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;24:54 The body’s response to emotional authenticity&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;30:01 Letting go of perfectionism and control&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;34:45 The importance of self-love and acceptance&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;40:00 Practical tools for ongoing emotional work&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;44:57 Jamie’s message of hope for dark times&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Resources&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Healing Questions Guide by Wendi Jensen&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Accept App - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://acceptapp.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://acceptapp.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Find Heather at:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://Painfreeforgood.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Painfreeforgood.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Email  &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:Painfreeforgood7@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Painfreeforgood7@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram @painfreeforgood @Thepainfreeforgoodpodcast&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:56:53</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/logos/0265f5eb-e945-4312-997a-252eea20866a.jpeg"/><itunes:title>From Fear to Freedom: Jamie’s Journey of Self-Discovery</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Missing Pillar of Functional Health- Jodi's Story]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Jodi shares her inspiring journey of healing from Hashimoto's through a mind-body approach, emphasizing the importance of awareness, emotional health, and spiritual connection in recovery.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction and guest background</p><p>02:20 Jodi's personal healing journey</p><p>05:15 Upbringing and early health challenges</p><p>07:10 Hashimoto's diagnosis and postpartum triggers</p><p>09:55 Discovery of functional health and root causes</p><p>13:50 The impact of stress and COVID-19</p><p>16:10 The breakthrough with mind-body coaching</p><p>19:56 Energy checks and awareness tools</p><p>24:05 The role of beliefs and identity in healing</p><p>27:48 Spirituality and connection beyond religion</p><p>33:54 Healing from physical injuries and mental blocks</p><p>41:49 The importance of patience and life seasons</p><p>47:52 Supporting others and the power of compassion</p><p>55:05 Understanding healing as a dynamic process</p><p>56:00 Navigating life's waves with wisdom</p><p>56:59 Closing thoughts and gratitude</p><p>resources</p><p>Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe by Laura Lynne Jackson - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Signs-Secret-Language-Universe-Jackson/dp/1401955604" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Signs-Secret-Language-Universe-Jackson/dp/1401955604</a></p><p>Functional Health Resources - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.functionalhealthresources.com" target="_blank">https://www.functionalhealthresources.com</a></p><p></p><p>Find Jodi at:</p><p>Instagram - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/jodi.ffnutrition" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jodi.ffnutrition</a></p><p></p><p>Find Heather at:</p><p>Instagram-<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://Painfreeforgood" target="_blank">https://Painfreeforgood</a></p><p>Instagram- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://Thepainfreeforgoodpodcast" target="_blank">https://Thepainfreeforgoodpodcast</a></p><p>website- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://painfreeforgood.com" target="_blank">painfreeforgood.com</a></p><p>email- Painfreeforgood7@gmail.com</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9a519e6c-2eae-49b1-9f21-caf8b4db81c2</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Heather Peterson]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/05d5cb150e51cb75c151c0e5555a8cf43903c2b46f6431e9fa88ac219ece8924/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5YTUxOWU2Yy0yZWFlLTQ5YjEtOWYyMS1jYWY4YjRkYjgxYzIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMzdiOTk0ZS1iOWYzLTRlY2UtODc2Ny01YjAxZDVjZmQ2NTkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWIzMjM4MmQ5NGQ0YTQwZDFiZDUyYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1M2U3NTcxYjQ1OWZhNGM3ODk4ODAyL2hlYXRoZXItcGV0ZXJzb25zLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTctMTJfXzIxLTEzLTI3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="100245150" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/episodes/9a519e6c-2eae-49b1-9f21-caf8b4db81c2/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Jodi shares her inspiring journey of healing from Hashimoto&apos;s through a mind-body approach, emphasizing the importance of awareness, emotional health, and spiritual connection in recovery.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction and guest background&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:20 Jodi&apos;s personal healing journey&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;05:15 Upbringing and early health challenges&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;07:10 Hashimoto&apos;s diagnosis and postpartum triggers&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:55 Discovery of functional health and root causes&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;13:50 The impact of stress and COVID-19&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;16:10 The breakthrough with mind-body coaching&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;19:56 Energy checks and awareness tools&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;24:05 The role of beliefs and identity in healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;27:48 Spirituality and connection beyond religion&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;33:54 Healing from physical injuries and mental blocks&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;41:49 The importance of patience and life seasons&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;47:52 Supporting others and the power of compassion&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;55:05 Understanding healing as a dynamic process&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;56:00 Navigating life&apos;s waves with wisdom&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;56:59 Closing thoughts and gratitude&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;resources&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe by Laura Lynne Jackson - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/Signs-Secret-Language-Universe-Jackson/dp/1401955604&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.amazon.com/Signs-Secret-Language-Universe-Jackson/dp/1401955604&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Functional Health Resources - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.functionalhealthresources.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.functionalhealthresources.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Find Jodi at:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jodi.ffnutrition&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.instagram.com/jodi.ffnutrition&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Find Heather at:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram-&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://Painfreeforgood&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://Painfreeforgood&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram- &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://Thepainfreeforgoodpodcast&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://Thepainfreeforgoodpodcast&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;website- &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://painfreeforgood.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;painfreeforgood.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email- Painfreeforgood7@gmail.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:52:13</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/logos/0265f5eb-e945-4312-997a-252eea20866a.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Missing Pillar of Functional Health- Jodi&apos;s Story</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Traditional Medicine to Mind-Body Healing with Dr. Brad Fanestil]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this insightful interview, Dr. Brad Fanestil shares his journey from traditional medicine to pioneering mind-body approaches for chronic pain. Discover how neuroscience, emotional awareness, and neuroplasticity are transforming pain management and empowering patients to reclaim their health.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Mind-Body Medicine</p><p>02:59 Dr. Fanestil's Journey into Mind-Body Medicine</p><p>06:01 Transitioning from Traditional Medicine to Mind-Body Practice</p><p>09:02 Skepticism and Acceptance in the Medical Community</p><p>11:58 The Growing Interest in Mind-Body Approaches</p><p>14:50 Patient Interactions and Treatment Philosophy</p><p>18:02 Understanding the Nervous System's Role in Pain</p><p>20:59 The Evolution of Collective Consciousness</p><p>24:00 Scientific Validation of Mind-Body Techniques</p><p>27:00 Patient Responsibility in Healing</p><p>28:12 The Importance of Self-Education in Healing</p><p>29:32 Taking Responsibility for Your Health</p><p>30:22 Understanding Mind-Body Medicine</p><p>32:51 The Role of Experience in Healing</p><p>34:43 The Variability of Recovery Times</p><p>35:32 Exploring Deeper Roots of Pain</p><p>39:45 Pain Reprocessing and Emotional Awareness</p><p>42:52 Neuroplastic Recovery Therapies</p><p>45:43 Acknowledging Emotions for Healing</p><p>50:35 Unpacking Emotions: The Danger of Suppression</p><p>53:44 The Pressure Cooker of Life: Managing Stress and Emotions</p><p>56:19 The Journey to Self-Awareness: Recognizing Your Body's Signals</p><p>01:01:49 Letting Go of Control: Embracing a New Approach to Pain</p><p>01:05:19 Skepticism and Openness: Engaging with New Ideas</p><p>01:11:45 Finding Resources: Educating Yourself on Mind-Body Connection</p><p></p><p>Resources</p><p>Boulder Mind Body Medicine - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bouldermindbodymedicine.com/" target="_blank">https://bouldermindbodymedicine.com/</a></p><p>Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.painpsychology.org/" target="_blank">https://www.painpsychology.org/</a></p><p>The Way Out by Alan Gordon - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Way-Out-Chronic-Pain-Recovery/dp/1953295054" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Way-Out-Chronic-Pain-Recovery/dp/1953295054</a></p><p>Howard Schubiner's Neuroscience Talks - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example</a></p><p>Association for the Study of Pain (ASAP) - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.painresearchforum.org/" target="_blank">https://www.painresearchforum.org/</a></p><p>Find Dr. Brad Fanestil</p><p>Website - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bouldermindbodymedicine.com/" target="_blank">https://bouldermindbodymedicine.com/</a></p><p>YouTube - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@DrFanestil" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@DrFanestil</a></p><p>Find Heather Peterson</p><p>Website- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Painfreeforgood.com" target="_blank">Painfreeforgood.com</a></p><p>Instagram- @painfreeforgood</p><p>@thepainfreeforgoodpodcast</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9869c290-8f51-4d72-8c04-63069a65b594</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Heather Peterson]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b9657b7ebee8d9b2de8b791d15d564dfcd5ecd1e8c587ac268c9a9f757a9e680/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5ODY5YzI5MC04ZjUxLTRkNzItOGMwNC02MzA2OWE2NWI1OTQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMzdiOTk0ZS1iOWYzLTRlY2UtODc2Ny01YjAxZDVjZmQ2NTkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWIzMjM4MmQ5NGQ0YTQwZDFiZDUyYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE0MzI1ZmYzZWRkMzc5MTFlMTNkNDJmL2hlYXRoZXItcGV0ZXJzb25zLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMzBfXzQtMTItMTUubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="131581222" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/episodes/9869c290-8f51-4d72-8c04-63069a65b594/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this insightful interview, Dr. Brad Fanestil shares his journey from traditional medicine to pioneering mind-body approaches for chronic pain. Discover how neuroscience, emotional awareness, and neuroplasticity are transforming pain management and empowering patients to reclaim their health.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction to Mind-Body Medicine&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:59 Dr. Fanestil&apos;s Journey into Mind-Body Medicine&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;06:01 Transitioning from Traditional Medicine to Mind-Body Practice&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:02 Skepticism and Acceptance in the Medical Community&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;11:58 The Growing Interest in Mind-Body Approaches&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;14:50 Patient Interactions and Treatment Philosophy&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;18:02 Understanding the Nervous System&apos;s Role in Pain&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;20:59 The Evolution of Collective Consciousness&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;24:00 Scientific Validation of Mind-Body Techniques&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;27:00 Patient Responsibility in Healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;28:12 The Importance of Self-Education in Healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;29:32 Taking Responsibility for Your Health&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;30:22 Understanding Mind-Body Medicine&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;32:51 The Role of Experience in Healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;34:43 The Variability of Recovery Times&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;35:32 Exploring Deeper Roots of Pain&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;39:45 Pain Reprocessing and Emotional Awareness&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;42:52 Neuroplastic Recovery Therapies&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;45:43 Acknowledging Emotions for Healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;50:35 Unpacking Emotions: The Danger of Suppression&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;53:44 The Pressure Cooker of Life: Managing Stress and Emotions&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;56:19 The Journey to Self-Awareness: Recognizing Your Body&apos;s Signals&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:01:49 Letting Go of Control: Embracing a New Approach to Pain&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:05:19 Skepticism and Openness: Engaging with New Ideas&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:11:45 Finding Resources: Educating Yourself on Mind-Body Connection&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Resources&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Boulder Mind Body Medicine - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://bouldermindbodymedicine.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://bouldermindbodymedicine.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.painpsychology.org/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.painpsychology.org/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Way Out by Alan Gordon - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/Way-Out-Chronic-Pain-Recovery/dp/1953295054&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.amazon.com/Way-Out-Chronic-Pain-Recovery/dp/1953295054&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Howard Schubiner&apos;s Neuroscience Talks - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Association for the Study of Pain (ASAP) - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.painresearchforum.org/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.painresearchforum.org/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Find Dr. Brad Fanestil&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Website - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://bouldermindbodymedicine.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://bouldermindbodymedicine.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;YouTube - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/@DrFanestil&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@DrFanestil&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Find Heather Peterson&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Website- &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://Painfreeforgood.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Painfreeforgood.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram- @painfreeforgood&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;@thepainfreeforgoodpodcast&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:08:32</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/logos/0265f5eb-e945-4312-997a-252eea20866a.jpeg"/><itunes:title>From Traditional Medicine to Mind-Body Healing with Dr. Brad Fanestil</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overcoming the Pressure Cooker of Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>This episode explores the profound connection between the mind and body, emphasizing how stress, emotions, and thought patterns influence physical health. Heather Peterson shares insights from research, including Dr. John Sarno's and Dr. Joe Dispenza work and practical strategies to shift mindset, reduce pain, and promote healing.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to the Mind-Body Connection</p><p>00:31 Understanding Pain Beyond Physical Injury</p><p>02:52 The Ego vs. The Id: Inner Conflicts</p><p>05:40 Compassion and Awareness in Healing</p><p>08:20 The Pressure Cooker of Life: Managing Stress</p><p>11:04 The Age of Responsibility and Chronic Pain</p><p>14:09 Emotional Stress and Physical Pain</p><p>16:59 Long-Term Stress and Its Effects</p><p>19:44 Neuroplasticity: Changing the Brain's Pathways</p><p>22:26 Epigenetics: Beyond Genetic Determinism</p><p>25:16 Foundational Principles for Healing</p><p>27:55 Changing Physiology, Focus, and Language</p><p>30:40 The Power of Positive Language</p><p>33:35 Creating a New Reality Through Awareness</p><p>36:15 Conclusion: Embracing Change for Healing</p><p>40:53 Introduction to Awareness and Power</p><p>40:54 The Journey of Listening Inward</p><p></p><p>Thank you for being here!</p><p>Please subscribe, rate, and review on Apple, Spotify and YouTube or share on social media or with a friend!</p><p></p><p>Connect with Heather:</p><p>@thepainfreeforgoodpodcast</p><p>@painfreeforgood</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Painfreeforgood.com" target="_blank">Painfreeforgood.com</a></p><p>Email questions to painfreeforgood7@gmail.com</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b83622aa-9bd1-4b97-b023-57420bcbf061</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Heather Peterson]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/2b0d0dcb60164ec329f185d86b0df3af742b8cd8b7c4b418409c6b5f7d34aceb/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiODM2MjJhYS05YmQxLTRiOTctYjAyMy01NzQyMGJjYmYwNjEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMzdiOTk0ZS1iOWYzLTRlY2UtODc2Ny01YjAxZDVjZmQ2NTkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWIzMjM4MmQ5NGQ0YTQwZDFiZDUyYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExZTRhYWNlNjU4MzA0N2RkYjk2N2NjL2hlYXRoZXItcGV0ZXJzb25zLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMl9fNS0xNC01Mi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="79261927" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/episodes/b83622aa-9bd1-4b97-b023-57420bcbf061/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;This episode explores the profound connection between the mind and body, emphasizing how stress, emotions, and thought patterns influence physical health. Heather Peterson shares insights from research, including Dr. John Sarno&apos;s and Dr. Joe Dispenza work and practical strategies to shift mindset, reduce pain, and promote healing.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction to the Mind-Body Connection&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:31 Understanding Pain Beyond Physical Injury&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:52 The Ego vs. The Id: Inner Conflicts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;05:40 Compassion and Awareness in Healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;08:20 The Pressure Cooker of Life: Managing Stress&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;11:04 The Age of Responsibility and Chronic Pain&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;14:09 Emotional Stress and Physical Pain&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;16:59 Long-Term Stress and Its Effects&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;19:44 Neuroplasticity: Changing the Brain&apos;s Pathways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;22:26 Epigenetics: Beyond Genetic Determinism&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;25:16 Foundational Principles for Healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;27:55 Changing Physiology, Focus, and Language&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;30:40 The Power of Positive Language&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;33:35 Creating a New Reality Through Awareness&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;36:15 Conclusion: Embracing Change for Healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;40:53 Introduction to Awareness and Power&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;40:54 The Journey of Listening Inward&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for being here!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please subscribe, rate, and review on Apple, Spotify and YouTube or share on social media or with a friend!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Heather:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;@thepainfreeforgoodpodcast&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;@painfreeforgood&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://Painfreeforgood.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Painfreeforgood.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Email questions to painfreeforgood7@gmail.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:41:17</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/logos/0265f5eb-e945-4312-997a-252eea20866a.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Overcoming the Pressure Cooker of Life</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Billy's Story- The Journey that changed our lives]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p> </p><p>In this compelling interview, Heather Peterson and her husband Billy share their profound journey through childhood trauma, chronic pain, and the transformative realization that the mind-body connection holds the key to healing. Discover how their insights challenge conventional medical beliefs and offer hope for those seeking true recovery. BIlly Peterson shares his transformative journey from chronic pain to healing through mind-body awareness, emphasizing the power of thoughts, emotions, and beliefs in health. Discover how understanding and addressing emotional roots can lead to lasting recovery.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Emotional trauma and its impact on physical health</li><li>Understanding the root cause of pain and disease Mind-body connection</li><li>Chronic pain and emotional trauma Mind-body connection</li><li>Emotional healing</li><li>Pain management</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Pressure Cooker Effect</li><li>27:42 The Search for Answers</li><li>33:10 The Turning Point</li><li>38:46 The Influence of Belief and Perception</li><li>44:26 The Influence of Medical Diagnosis</li><li>49:38 The Journey of Healing</li><li>57:19 Understanding Tension Myoneural Syndrome</li><li>01:03:30 The Power of Mindset and Belief</li><li>01:08:46 Understanding the Mind-Body Connection in Healing</li><li>01:14:56 The Mind-Body Approach to Pain Relief</li><li>01:21:12 The Mind-Body Connection in Pain Relief</li><li>01:27:03 Understanding the Mind-Body Connection in Healing</li><li>01:33:13 The Mind-Body Approach to Pain Relief</li><li>01:38:55 The Mind-Body Connection in Pain Relief</li><li>01:45:01 Understanding the Mind-Body Connection in Healing</li><li>01:51:06 The Mind-Body Approach to Pain Relief<p></p></li><li>Resources<p>Dr. John Sarno's books - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+john+sarno" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+john+sarno</a></p><p>Billy Peterson's podcast - Harnessing Your Wealth</p><p>Dr. Sarno's books on TMS - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+sarno" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+sarno</a></p><p>TMS Wiki - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://tmswiki.org/" target="_blank">https://tmswiki.org/</a></p><p>Feelings Buried Alive Never Die (book and app) - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=feelings+buried+alive+never+die" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/s?k=feelings+buried+alive+never+die</a></p><p>Dr. Schechter's book and protocol - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+schechter" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+schechter</a></p><p></p></li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a28046bc-0103-4462-8845-a6465f4771ba</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Heather Peterson]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/32b4d777b58ef21a544a7c94b5461be7a65893492d1ddf43975229ba76c18163/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhMjgwNDZiYy0wMTAzLTQ0NjItODg0NS1hNjQ2NWY0NzcxYmEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMzdiOTk0ZS1iOWYzLTRlY2UtODc2Ny01YjAxZDVjZmQ2NTkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWIzMjM4MmQ5NGQ0YTQwZDFiZDUyYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmZTNkNmNkNmE2OWJiYzFmYWM0NDU3L2hlYXRoZXItcGV0ZXJzb25zLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtOF9fMjEtNDUtNDgubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="207565366" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/episodes/a28046bc-0103-4462-8845-a6465f4771ba/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this compelling interview, Heather Peterson and her husband Billy share their profound journey through childhood trauma, chronic pain, and the transformative realization that the mind-body connection holds the key to healing. Discover how their insights challenge conventional medical beliefs and offer hope for those seeking true recovery. BIlly Peterson shares his transformative journey from chronic pain to healing through mind-body awareness, emphasizing the power of thoughts, emotions, and beliefs in health. Discover how understanding and addressing emotional roots can lead to lasting recovery.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Emotional trauma and its impact on physical health&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Understanding the root cause of pain and disease Mind-body connection&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chronic pain and emotional trauma Mind-body connection&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Emotional healing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pain management&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Pressure Cooker Effect&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;27:42 The Search for Answers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;33:10 The Turning Point&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;38:46 The Influence of Belief and Perception&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;44:26 The Influence of Medical Diagnosis&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;49:38 The Journey of Healing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;57:19 Understanding Tension Myoneural Syndrome&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:03:30 The Power of Mindset and Belief&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:08:46 Understanding the Mind-Body Connection in Healing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:14:56 The Mind-Body Approach to Pain Relief&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:21:12 The Mind-Body Connection in Pain Relief&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:27:03 Understanding the Mind-Body Connection in Healing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:33:13 The Mind-Body Approach to Pain Relief&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:38:55 The Mind-Body Connection in Pain Relief&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:45:01 Understanding the Mind-Body Connection in Healing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:51:06 The Mind-Body Approach to Pain Relief&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Resources&lt;p&gt;Dr. John Sarno&apos;s books - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+john+sarno&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+john+sarno&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Billy Peterson&apos;s podcast - Harnessing Your Wealth&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dr. Sarno&apos;s books on TMS - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+sarno&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+sarno&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;TMS Wiki - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://tmswiki.org/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://tmswiki.org/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Feelings Buried Alive Never Die (book and app) - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/s?k=feelings+buried+alive+never+die&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.amazon.com/s?k=feelings+buried+alive+never+die&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dr. Schechter&apos;s book and protocol - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+schechter&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+schechter&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:48:06</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/logos/0265f5eb-e945-4312-997a-252eea20866a.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Billy&apos;s Story- The Journey that changed our lives</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Discovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p></p><p>In this episode, we explore the deep connection between mind and body in healing chronic pain. We emphasize the importance of understanding emotional trauma, the power of beliefs, and the discovery process to uncover root causes of pain.</p><p> </p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Pain Free For Good Podcast</p><p>01:55 Understanding Chronic Pain and Its Root Causes</p><p>05:14 The White Coat Theory and Its Impact on Health</p><p>09:51 The Discovery Process: Uncovering the Mind-Body Connection</p><p>15:02 Exploring Emotional and Psychological Factors in Pain</p><p>20:07 The Role of Childhood Experiences in Chronic Pain</p><p>25:01 The Chakra System and Emotional Storage</p><p>30:06 Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Their Impact</p><p>34:59 The Power of Thoughts in Healing</p><p>37:54 Conclusion and Homework for Self-Discovery</p><p> resources</p><p>Dr. John Sarno's Healing Back Pain - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0446557684" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/0446557684</a></p><p>Nadine Burke Harris and ACEs research - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nadineburkeharris.com/aces" target="_blank">https://www.nadineburkeharris.com/aces</a></p><p>Heather Peterson - Pain Free For Good - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://painfreeforgood.com" target="_blank">https://painfreeforgood.com</a></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e07f0c55-128e-4c32-b761-9972a955df31</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Heather Peterson]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/5e15d9719d24da760397e8ee5623495da8e07ef2d6b07daad1c3ca7406ee3c4a/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlMDdmMGM1NS0xMjhlLTRjMzItYjc2MS05OTcyYTk1NWRmMzEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMzdiOTk0ZS1iOWYzLTRlY2UtODc2Ny01YjAxZDVjZmQ2NTkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWIzMjM4MmQ5NGQ0YTQwZDFiZDUyYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllNTdmMWYyOWE4YzVjM2Y2YmE2OTQ0L2hlYXRoZXItcGV0ZXJzb25zLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMjBfXzMtMTktMjcubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="48155942" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/episodes/e07f0c55-128e-4c32-b761-9972a955df31/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we explore the deep connection between mind and body in healing chronic pain. We emphasize the importance of understanding emotional trauma, the power of beliefs, and the discovery process to uncover root causes of pain.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction to Pain Free For Good Podcast&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:55 Understanding Chronic Pain and Its Root Causes&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;05:14 The White Coat Theory and Its Impact on Health&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:51 The Discovery Process: Uncovering the Mind-Body Connection&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;15:02 Exploring Emotional and Psychological Factors in Pain&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;20:07 The Role of Childhood Experiences in Chronic Pain&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;25:01 The Chakra System and Emotional Storage&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;30:06 Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Their Impact&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;34:59 The Power of Thoughts in Healing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;37:54 Conclusion and Homework for Self-Discovery&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; resources&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dr. John Sarno&apos;s Healing Back Pain - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/dp/0446557684&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.amazon.com/dp/0446557684&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Nadine Burke Harris and ACEs research - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nadineburkeharris.com/aces&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nadineburkeharris.com/aces&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Heather Peterson - Pain Free For Good - &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://painfreeforgood.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://painfreeforgood.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:33:26</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/logos/0265f5eb-e945-4312-997a-252eea20866a.jpeg"/><itunes:title>The Discovery</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Story of How I Became Pain Free For Good]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>My personal journey through chronic pain, disease, and emotional healing</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">63c2362a-72a9-4c93-9047-493a3c95c39b</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Heather Peterson]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:11:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c4c0787ad44f9515253ec6a31133ef0255775e2a7cef8febb8cc005ab064ad4b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2M2MyMzYyYS03MmE5LTRjOTMtOTA0Ny00OTNhM2M5NWMzOWIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJhMzdiOTk0ZS1iOWYzLTRlY2UtODc2Ny01YjAxZDVjZmQ2NTkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OWIzMjM4MmQ5NGQ0YTQwZDFiZDUyYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkNTc0OTUzYjMyYzc0MzU5YWQyM2VkL2hlYXRoZXItcGV0ZXJzb25zLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtN19fMjMtMTgtMTIubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="50337062" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/episodes/63c2362a-72a9-4c93-9047-493a3c95c39b/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;My personal journey through chronic pain, disease, and emotional healing&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:38:20</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/a37b994e-b9f3-4ece-8767-5b01d5cfd659/logos/0265f5eb-e945-4312-997a-252eea20866a.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Story of How I Became Pain Free For Good</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>