Episode 18

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13th May 2025

Dear Chronic Pain Sufferer—This Episode Is for You

In this episode, I explore a wide range of approaches to managing chronic pain—from nutritional strategies and supplements to bodywork, therapy, and more. This is not medical advice, but rather a collection of resources and out-of-the-box ideas for those who feel like they’ve tried everything and are still searching for relief. I understand that feeling deeply.

I’ve been there myself while recovering from chronic Lyme disease, and I know how overwhelming it can be. With a Master’s degree in Therapeutic Herbalism and Integrative Nutrition from Maryland University of Integrative Health, I combine my education and lived experience to offer insights that may help illuminate new paths for healing.


If you’re navigating chronic pain, I hope this episode offers comfort, hope, and practical ideas to consider. You are not alone. Please feel free to send in your questions—I’ll do my best to answer them or connect you with someone who can.


From my heart to yours,

Greta


🔗 Resources Mentioned:

Vibrant Health Food Sensitivity Test

https://vibrant-wellness.com/tests/food-reaction/food-sensitivity-complete


Thrive Health Systems

www.ThriveHealthSystems.com


NAC (MaryRuth's)

https://tinyurl.com/Maryruthsnac


Artemisinin / Wormwood

https://tinyurl.com/artimisinin


Activated Charcoal (NatureLife)

https://tinyurl.com/ActivatedCharcoalNatureLife


Omega 3s

Barlean’s | Sports Research


Curcumin (Thorne)

https://tinyurl.com/curcuminthorne


Golden Milk (Gaia)

https://tinyurl.com/gaiaGoldenmilk


Methylated Multivitamins

https://tinyurl.com/methylatedmultivitamins


Podcast: Dr. Sean Mackey on Pain (Huberman Lab)

https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/dr-sean-mackey-tools-to-reduce-manage-pain


Marie Steffen YouTube (Healing from Chronic Illness)

https://www.youtube.com/@MarieSteffen


Heat Therapy Post

https://www.instagram.com/p/DJZLhQwRQNS/?img_index=6



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About the Podcast

Thought Experiment Called Life
A podcast for multi-passionate creatives forging nontraditional life paths.
This is a podcast for multi-passionate creatives forging nontraditional life paths.
I’ve never neatly fit into any niche, neither do many people, and neither does this podcast. This is a space for the multi-passionate person—the individual who looks at the world with glittering eyes despite the challenges of a multifaceted life. It’s for those seeking inspiration from positive, unconventional lives and hoping to glean lessons to guide their own path. It’s for those who trust that the right message will find them at the right time, no matter how unrelated it may seem.
This is a space for the existential mind and the open heart—those who understand the power of sharing stories to remind others they’re not alone.

I’ve lived many lives in my time here on Earth, and this podcast dives into a plethora of topics, including (but not limited to):
- Living and thriving with Lyme disease (and autoimmune disease).
- Pursuing your purpose in a world that celebrates conformity.
- Staying mentally healthy as a neurodivergent person in an insane world.
- The power and beauty of plant medicine and nourishing nutrition.
- Why learning self-defense is the ultimate self-care (especially for women)
- The magic of jiu-jitsu: a roadmap to growth and success in every area of life.
- Building healthy relationships—romantic and platonic.
- And perhaps most exciting of all, hearing real stories from multi-passionate individuals living fulfilling, unconventional lives.

This space exists to bring you inspiration, tools, resources, and proof that the call in your heart is there for a reason. I’m excited to walk this path with you.

The wild heart in me bows to the wild heart in you.

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Greta Hotmer