The Stories Behind Being Misdiagnosed: Lyme Disease, Loss, and Resilience

The Stories Behind Being Misdiagnosed: Lyme Disease, Loss, and Resilience

Episode 136 - Terri McCormick, David Butler, and Kurt Borowowski Being Misdiagnosed: Lyme Disease, Chronic Illness, and the Search for Answers with Terri McCormick, David Butler and Kurt Borowowski In this moving episode of Bioenergetics Beat, host Miriam Cloutier welcomes Terri McCormick, author of Being Misdiagnosed, along with Lyme disease advocates David Butler and Kurt Borowowski. Together, they share powerful personal stories of chronic illness, medical misdiagnosis, and the resilience required to keep searching for answers when symptoms are dismissed or misunderstood. Episode Highlights The Story Behind Being Misdiagnosed After years of watching her children struggle with undiagnosed Lyme disease, Terri McCormick became an advocate for patients facing complex chronic illnesses. Her book combines personal stories and scientific research to highlight how Lyme disease is frequently overlooked or mistaken for other serious conditions. David Butler's Lyme Disease Journey David shares his decades-long battle with symptoms that were repeatedly misdiagnosed as mental health disorders, autoimmune conditions, Parkinsonian syndrome, and even ALS before receiving a Lyme disease diagnosis. Today, he dedicates his time to supporting others through education, advocacy, and community outreach. Kurt Borowowski's Path to Recovery Kurt discusses years of declining health, neurological symptoms, and life-changing challenges before a Lyme-literate practitioner finally identified Lyme disease and co-infections as the root cause. His story is a testament to perseverance, healing, and helping others find hope. Lyme Disease: The Great Imitator The conversation explores why Lyme disease is known as "The Great Imitator." Symptoms can resemble conditions such as: ALS, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, Multiple sclerosis (MS), Anxiety and depression, Autoimmune disorders and Chronic fatigue syndrome. Because symptoms vary significantly from person to person, many patients spend years searching for answers. The Emotional Impact of Chronic Illness The guests discuss the realities of living with chronic illness, including: medical gaslighting, mental health challenges, isolation and loss of identity, family and relationship struggles and the importance of support and community Their stories offer validation for anyone who has ever felt dismissed, unheard, or alone in their health journey. Finding Hope Through Community A recurring message throughout the episode is the importance of seeking support, utilizing available resources, and connecting with others who understand the challenges of chronic illness and Lyme disease. As David emphasizes, healing often begins when patients stop facing their struggles alone. Connect with Terri McCormick Author, Advocate, and Lyme Disease Educator Book: Being Misdiagnosed Available through Amazon and at: * https://www. [https://www.terrimccormick.com/]BeingMisdiagnosed.com [http://beingmisdiagnosed.com/] * https://www.terrimccormick.com/ [https://www.terrimccormick.com/] ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for:  One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and a One-Year Membership to the NIKKI Wellness Store. At checkout, use the code:  BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to Win Here:  https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-136-Terri-McCormick/ [https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-136-Terri-McCormick/] #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

Rethinking Wellness and Complex Conditions With Dr Lee Cowden

Rethinking Wellness and Complex Conditions Lyme Recovery Month Special with Dr. Lee Cowden and Heath Cowden In this special Lyme Recovery Month episode, Dr. Lee Cowden shares his remarkable journey into integrative medicine after severe health struggles during medical school led him to explore healing beyond conventional treatments. After finding relief through vitamins, minerals, herbs, and nutrition, Dr. Cowden dedicated his career to helping patients through personalized, whole-body approaches to healing. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Cowden discusses how integrative medicine combines the best of conventional care with therapies like herbal medicine, energetic testing, frequency wellness, emotional healing, nervous system support, and stress regulation. He explains why no two Lyme patients are the same and why individualized care is essential when addressing chronic Lyme disease, co-infections, chronic fatigue, inflammation, immune dysfunction, and nervous system stress. The episode also dives into the emotional and spiritual side of healing, including how fear, diagnosis, mindset, and even the words spoken over patients can impact recovery outcomes. Dr. Cowden shares insights on the placebo and nocebo effects, the connection between stress and illness, and why maintaining hope is such a powerful part of the healing journey. Listeners will also learn about frequency medicine and energetic healing techniques, including muscle testing, electrodermal screening, homeopathy, nervous system balancing, and how stress affects the body energetically. Dr. Cowden even demonstrates a simple stress-relief exercise using breathwork, visualization, and acupressure techniques designed to calm the nervous system and support emotional regulation. This episode also features a powerful Lyme recovery story from Heath Cowden, who shares his 36-year battle with Lyme disease, co-infections, chronic pain, neurological symptoms, headaches, and fatigue. Heath opens up about his experience using the NIKKI frequency wellness device and how incorporating the Lyme-focused frequency programs into his daily routine has helped support his sleep, pain levels, energy, and overall quality of life. Key Takeaways From This Episode * You are not your diagnosis. * Chronic illness healing is not one-size-fits-all. * Emotional and spiritual wellness affect physical health. * Frequency medicine and energetic therapies continue to gain attention in integrative wellness. * Hope can profoundly impact healing outcomes. * Listening to your body matters. * Small shifts can create significant change. At its core, this conversation is about hope, reminding listeners that healing is deeply personal, that you are not your diagnosis, and that small shifts can create meaningful change. About Dr. Lee Cowden Dr. Lee Cowden is a renowned integrative physician known for his work in natural medicine, chronic illness, Lyme disease recovery, cardiovascular health, energetic medicine, and holistic healing approaches. Over decades of practice, he has helped thousands of patients navigate complex chronic conditions through personalized, integrative care models. Resources Mentioned  What If You Have Not Run Out of Options? You Have Just Run Out of the Wrong Ones.Healing ALS Project:   https://healingals.org/ [https://healingals.org/] ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and a One-Year Membership to the NIKKI Wellness Store. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat.Podcast Episode Enter to win: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-135-Dr-Lee-Cowden/ [https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-135-Dr-Lee-Cowden/]

Brain Frequency Explained: From Stress to Calm and Focus with Dr. Izzy Justice

Episode 132: Dr Izzy Justice Brain Frequency Explained: From Stress to Calm and Focus “Chasing 10 Hz” for Calm, Focus, and Peak Performance What if the key to confidence, creativity, presence, and emotional regulation wasn’t “raising your vibration” but lowering your brain’s frequency? In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, host Heather Gray, sits down with Dr. Izzy Justice to explore a practical neuroscience-based framework for improving mental wellness in real time. Dr. Justice shares how his personal journey through trauma and his work with functional brain scans led him to one core insight: many of our highest human abilities and experiences are optimized around ~10 Hz. You’ll learn why “being present” is actually about amplifying sensory input, how your brain’s “inventory” of memories and skills becomes easier to access when you’re calmer, and two simple neurohacks you can do anywhere - no tools required. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: A new understanding of the brain: Real-time insights have shifted focus from fixing problems to optimizing performance. Brain frequency matters: Lower frequencies support calm and focus, while higher ones drive stress and overwhelm. The 10 Hz state: Confidence, creativity, and presence often happen when the brain slows down. Presence = sensory awareness: A calm brain lets you fully experience the moment. Confidence is access: Lower stress helps you tap into helpful memories and skills. Focus on key moments: You don’t need to feel perfect all day, just regulate your brain when it matters most. Two Quick Neurohacks to Calm Your Brain Fast: 1) The “10–10” Neurohack (fast up, slow down) In your mind, count 1 to 10 as fast as you can Then count 10 back down to 1 as slowly as you can Many people notice the first half feels activating/anxious, while the slow countdown feels calming and spacious. 2) The “Mountain Hand” Neurohack (fast climbs, slow climbs) Hold your hands together. Imagine your left hand is a mountain and the fingers of your right hand are climbing. Do 3 quick climbs, then 3 very slow climbs, noticing sensation, detail, and touch. This one can rapidly increase focus and sensory awareness, helpful for work, tests, stage performance, and stressful moments. About Dr. Izzy Justice Dr. Izzy Justice is a neuroscience-focused thinker and practitioner who has worked with a wide range of individuals, including professional athletes and performers, to study what the brain is doing right before peak performance and what changes when we struggle. Website: DrIzzyJustice.com https://drizzyjustice.com/ Book: Life Explained: Chasing 10 Hz Enter to win: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-132-Dr-Izzy-Justice/ [https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-132-Dr-Izzy-Justice/] #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

You have Lyme. Now what? With Episode 133: Ryan Sutter and Dan Payne

Ryan Sutter Ryan Sutter wooed his wife, Trista and won her heart on the first season of the Bachelorette reality show. Two children, their son Maxwell and daughter Blakesley, followed to complete their family. An ex-NFL player and firefighter, Ryan would face the biggest challenge of his life in 2021, when he was diagnosed with Lyme disease. Ryan’s journey to recovery drops in this Bioenergetics Beat Podcast Replay. Dan Payne Canadian actor Dan Payne has appeared in countless movies and TV series. He’s best known for his role as John MacLeod in “Alice, I Think.” His most challenging part was one he hadn’t rehearsed for. Dan is recovering from Lyme disease. He shares the physical and mental trials he’s endured and the tools he’s discovered to power his recovery, including the NIKKI Wellness Technology. The NIKKI Wellness Technology is designed to optimize cellular function and complement other modalities in speeding recovery from wellness issues. ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and a One-Year Membership to the NIKKI Wellness Store. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win here: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-133-Ryan-Sutter-Dan-Payne/ [https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-133-Ryan-Sutter-Dan-Payne/] #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

Reduce EMFs at Home: The Small Changes That Make a Big Difference

Episode 131: Beverly Jensen Wearable Devices, EMFs & Protecting Your Nervous System  Wearable tech is everywhere - smartwatches, Fitbits, Bluetooth earbuds, and always-on phones. But what happens when “health tech” adds more electromagnetic exposure to an already overloaded nervous system? In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, host Heather Gray sits down with Beverly Jensen, PhD to discuss EMFs (electromagnetic fields), wireless radiation, and why not all wearable devices are created equally. Beverly shares her personal wake-up call with EMF sensitivity, practical steps to reduce exposure at home, and why she’s especially focused on protecting children and developing brains. Episode Highlights: Beverly’s backstory: tech, natural healing, and an early warning Raised in a family rooted in natural healing, Beverly learned early from her father, who worked in satellite communications, that devices sending and receiving signals should be used with caution and distance, a lesson that later became deeply personal. EMF sensitivity: the “aha” moment After prolonged exposure to a Wi-Fi router and later intense symptoms near cell towers, Beverly connected her physical reactions - like burning, itching, and skin irritation, to EMF exposure. Why EMFs matter: “We are electrical beings” Beverly emphasizes that because the body relies on electrical signals, man-made EMFs may disrupt these systems, with children being especially vulnerable due to their developing brains and thinner skulls. Practical EMF Reduction Tips: Shield your Wi-Fi router: Wrap your router in aluminum screen material and move it out of high-traffic areas to significantly reduce EMF exposure while maintaining functionality. Use airplane mode strategically: Keep your phone on airplane mode whenever possible, especially at home, to dramatically lower daily radiation exposure. Turn off Wi-Fi at night: Create a sleep sanctuary by shutting off Wi-Fi, keeping devices out of the bedroom, and avoiding charging electronics near your bed. Hardwire what you can: Replace wireless connections with Ethernet cables wherever possible to reduce constant EMF exposure, especially from Bluetooth. Create a “device zone”: Designate a specific area in your home for phone use and storage to limit unnecessary exposure throughout your living space. Resources & How to Connect with Beverly Jensen: * Women’s Medicine Bowl (her long-running natural healing site with a deeper EMF focus since 2019): https://womensmedicinebowl.com/ [https://womensmedicinebowl.com/]   * YouAndEMF.com (a simpler, beginner-friendly EMF education site): https://www.YouAndEMF.com [https://www.youandemf.com/]  * A free downloadable e-book with step-by-step family protection strategies: https://youandemf.com/emf-protection-guide/ [https://youandemf.com/emf-protection-guide/]  * A 20-minute consultation option for support in implementing changes ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and a 1-Year Membership to the NIKKI Wellness Store. At checkout, use the code:  BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win:  https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-131-Beverly-Jensen/ [https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-131-Beverly-Jensen/] #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth