348: Hemorrhoids and Hidden Emotional Wounds

In this episode, Dr. Motley takes your questions about trauma, emotional resilience and more. Drawing on the power of the mind/body connection Dr. Motley gives a TCM perspective on building emotional resilience. He also explains how a childhood trauma could be recorded in the body to show up late in life and why acupuncture and kinesiology could be helpful for these kinds of struggles. The discussion also covers practical strategies for managing repetitive thoughts and enhancing emotional processing through various therapeutic techniques.  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  Links:  Feelings Buried Alive Never Die The Body Keeps the Score Suggestions for healing the brain when it feels stuck: Omega 3, 6, 9 Choline B-Complex Vitamins Probiotics in your diet Iodine ⇾If you’re a health coach or even if you’re a hardcore health nerd who wants to dive deeper and take advantage of ALL Doctor Motley’s clinical experience, he has a membership to help you get the most out of your health and help the people you love. It includes great resources like his course ‘The Emotional Body’ which deals with these kinds of topics! Check out: https://doctormotley.com/membership/ DISCLAIMER Please remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.   No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.   The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have. Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links.

Today on the podcast, we welcome Dr. Melissa Sonners, host of the Be Inspired Mama podcast, to explore how to reset our nervous systems through rest and self-connection for long-term health. We’re diving deep into the body-spirit connection with this episode. A distinguished chiropractor specializing in prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric care, Dr. Sonners is on a mission to help women fall back in love with their lives—focusing on who they are rather than defining themselves by a to-do list. In this episode, she shares her powerful story of hitting a wall, the life changes she made (including her transformative morning routine) that improved her emotional health, and how she learned to calm her nervous system by truly listening to herself. Some of the powerful strategies we uncovered for resetting include: connecting with your true self (and others) and embracing play! Be sure to listen until the end—you’ll leave feeling truly inspired! Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.  Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/doctormotley/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@doctormotley X - https://x.com/doctormotley Website - https://doctormotley.com/ Follow Dr. Melissa Sonners Instagram YouTube TikTok Facebook ------  Links:  Check out Dr. Melissa’s Podcast: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/podcast  Website: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/ Freebies: Take her Self-with Challenge: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/resources/5-day-challenge-of-being-self-with Check out her Connection Code: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/resources/connection-code The Book Club! → Book Nook: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/book-nook The Beehive: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/community * If you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing, consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: doctormotley.com/membership.  ------ DISCLAIMER Please remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.   No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.   The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have. Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links.

In this episode, Doctor Motley serves up unique insights into anxiety from a TCM perspective and actionable tips. How are your emotions connected to your body? Can clearing the kidneys help with anxiety? What are some of the physical signs that you’re struggling with anxiety? Can it be genetic? Tune in to find out!  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/doctormotley/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@doctormotley X - https://x.com/doctormotley Website - https://doctormotley.com/ Show Notes:  Herbals for your kidneys: Uva Ursi: https://amzn.to/3K5gtPN Dandelion Milk Thistle Cranberry Herbals for your stomach: Melia Supreme: https://amzn.to/3UTTNr4 Morinda Supreme: https://amzn.to/4awSYKo Slippery Elm Licorice Root Links:  * If you’re a health coach or even if you’re a hardcore health nerd who wants to dive deeper and take advantage of ALL Doctor Motley’s clinical experience, he has a membership to help you get the most out of your health and help the people you love. It includes great resources like his course ‘The Emotional Body’ which deals with these kinds of topics! Check out: https://doctormotley.com/membership/ DISCLAIMER Please remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.   No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.   The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have. Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links.

Mario Brainovic joins the podcast to share with us an innovative tool that harnesses the power of water in its coherent state and its potential for our health and wellness. He tells us all about the revolutionary project that was 15 years in the making and included 50+ scientists across 3 continents. Learn about coherent water and what a powerful difference it can make for us, our mitochondrial health and the food we eat.  TOPICS DISCUSSED:  -a revolutionary new process to create supercharged water.  -What the studies say: how this method for excellent quality water can transform our food and our brains. Head to Analemma-water.com for a 10% discount for the Ancient Health community! Use the code MOTLEY10 for 10% off on any orders.  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctormotley Twitter: https://www.x.com/Doctormotley Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctormotley/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doctormotley Website: https://doctormotley.com ------  Links:  * Learn more about Analemma Water! https://analemma-water.com/ ------  * If you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing, consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: doctormotley.com/membership.  ------ DISCLAIMER Please remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.   No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.   The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have. Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links.

Are you suffering from Lyme Disease? In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Chris Motley shares his personal experience with Lyme Disease and addresses common questions about the condition. With a TCM lens, he unpacks symptoms associated with Lyme disease, the emotional impacts it can have on individuals, and the importance of understanding the connection between emotions and physical health. Dr. Motley also explores various healing modalities, including herbal remedies, dietary changes, and emotional techniques, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to treatment. Have a question for Doctor Motley? Hop in his DMs here to ask a question: https://www.instagram.com/doctormotley/ Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  Show Notes:  Treatments Emotional healing → Neuro Emotional Technique, EFT Tapping, Neurofeedback Herbals mentioned - Cat’s Claw Supreme: https://amzn.to/3wOdnNj                                   Japanese Knotweed: https://amzn.to/3KgSKMT                                     Other Remedies - Mushrooms - Fungi Perfecti/Host Defense                               Laughter                               Community                               Movement ------  Do you want to learn more about Lyme Disease and parasites? Are you wondering what supplements to take and how much is too much? Do you want to explore more about how our bodies and our emotions intertwine? Check out Doctor Motley’s membership for helpful resources, warm community and weekly lives where you get the chance to pick Doctor Motley’s brain! https://doctormotley.com/membership/

Ellie Kempton, functional RDN and lifestyle architect returns to the podcast! Inspired by her trip to Scandinavia, she passionately discusses simple, everyday solutions and strategies for embracing impactful wellness with Courtney Bursich.  Topics Discussed: Resting from technology Common-sense health habits Scandinavian rules for rest How to protect your peace Mastering wellness vs doing wellness Being true to your authentic self Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Courtney Bursich Instagram ------  Ellie's Links: Websites: https://www.simplynourishednutrition.com/ + https://elliekempton.com/  The Table Membership: https://www.simplynourishednutrition.com/the-table  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellie-kempton-msn-rdn-561436a0/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplynourishednutrition/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplynourishednutrition  Metabolic Mastery Image: https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A544be24c-ba4e-36ec-b847-20c80ffc6807  ------  → Hunting for an excellent magnesium? Get 25% off any order at http://bioptimizers.com/drmotley with code DRMOTLEY at checkout!

In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Chris Motley is taking on a taboo topic: hemorrhoids and all the problems of that particular sphere. He explores these issues through the unique lens of Chinese medicine, drawing the connection between emotional and physical symptoms. Learn about the Identity and Territorial anger conflict TOPICS DISCUSSED: The roles of the liver and gallbladder in hemorrhoid-related issues Dietary influences The importance of herbal remedies The mind-body connection  Managing hemorrhoids through lifestyle changes ------  Choice herbs and Chinese medicine treatments for hemorrhoid struggles:   Bu Zhong Yiqi Granules for blood circulation: https://bit.ly/3ZbyymK Golden Thread: https://amzn.to/3UKqren Body Guard Supreme: https://amzn.to/4bPazPn Dr. Motley recommends DesBio Homeopathics for emotional support: https://bit.ly/3NIrSHk Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. We’d love to have you! ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  *If you have been enjoying this content and you’re a health coach, Doctor Motley dives eveb deeper into health teaching that can deeply benefit your clients' lives. You’ll find fascinating courses and a great community! Check out: https://doctormotley.com/membership/ ------ DISCLAIMER Please remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.   No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.   The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have. Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links.

Catharine Arnston, PhD and algae expert, has a moving story about how she fell in love with the wellness properties of algae. This episode of Ancient Health is a crash course in algae; does this ancient natural substance, the first life-form on earth, have cancer-killing abilities? Is it a cure-all for age-related illnesses? Turns out there are numerous scientific studies on the potent health potential in spirulina and chlorella and Dr. Arnston is on a mission to teach North America all about algae wellness.  #algaehealing #chlorella #spirulina #algaewellness  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow and Connect with Doctor Motley Instagram X Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Energybits for more Instagram: @energybits ------  Links:  * energybits.com*  Why the world needs algae Cancer Free with Algae Improve Wellness with algae ------  * Head to energybits.com for 20% off with code ANCIENTHEALTH

This episode of the Ancient Health Podcast is all about involuntary muscle spasms, tics, and sudden movements, particularly when it comes to Lyme disease and hidden chronic infections. Doctor Motley explores the role of infections in irritating and inflaming the nerves, leading to neurological symptoms. The conversation covers the mechanism behind these symptoms, the impact of toxins on the nervous system, and the potential sources of infections. Plus, information on testing for infections and toxins, and suggestions for clearing them out with supplements and diet changes. Chapters 00:00 Understanding the Link Between Involuntary Muscle Spasms and Hidden Chronic Infections 02:08 The Role of Toxins in Nerve Irritation and Inflammation 07:23 The Impact of Infections on Nerve Function 09:24 Identifying the Sources of Infections and Neurologically Infectious Microbes 13:47 Testing for Infections and Toxins: A Path to Diagnosis 20:55 Clearing Out Infections and Toxins: Supplements and Dietary Changes 23:32 Using Herbs and Spices to Support the Immune System and Reduce Infections Follow and Connect with Doctor Motley Instagram X Facebook Tik-Tok Website Testing: https://dnaconnexions.com/ https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/ *If you’re a health coach, you don’t want to miss out on more valuable health resources and wisdom! Check out: https://doctormotley.com/membership/

Today’s episode the Ancient Health Podcast features a wide-ranging, provocative and eye-opening conversation with Dr. Marty Makary, surgeon at Johns Hopkins, public health expert and author of Blind Spots: When Medicine Gets it Wrong and What It Means for Our Health.  TOPICS DISCUSSED:  The impact of groupthink and medical dogma on health recommendations Is HRT safe for women experiencing menopause Why did the peanut allergy epidemic happen Why is diet not discussed more fully when it comes to health complications How medical doctors can re-establish trust with the public Why we aren’t examining root causes when it comes to Health Issues Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Dr. Marty Makary Twitter Instagram  TikTok LinkedIn ------  Show Notes:  Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 05:13 Exploring Medical Blind Spots 10:00 The Impact of Groupthink in Medicine 15:12 Challenging Medical Dogma 19:50 The Peanut Allergy Epidemic 25:03 Hormone Replacement Therapy Misconceptions 36:03 Challenging Medical Beliefs 39:23 The Crisis of Trust in Medicine 41:16 The Nuance of Medication Use 45:38 The Impact of Antibiotics on Health 48:28 The Need for Public Awareness 51:46 The Future of Medicine 54:14 The Role of Nutrition in Health 58:55 The Evolution of Medical Understanding ------  Links:  * Get Dr. Marty Makary’s new book Blind Spots  ------  * Hunting for an excellent form of magnesium? Get a special 25% off bundle plus $100 in free gifts ONLY with this link: www.bioptimizers.com/MOTLEY and code DRMOTLEY at checkout!