# 1100 - Mind Body Strategies to Thrive with Chronic Illness or Addiction

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Podcast: [Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes](https://stenobird.com/podcast/counselor-toolbox-podcast-with-docsnipes-633172)
Published: 2026-03-20T09:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3735

## Resource

00:00 Welcome & Overview 01:10 Chronic Illness, Addiction & Acceptance 02:00 Physical Impact of Chronic Conditions 03:40 Stress, Inflammation, & the ANS 05:00 Circadian Rhythms & Sleep Disruption 07:00 Hormones, Neurotransmitters & Gut Health 09:00 Addiction, Stress Response & Body Systems 13:10 Living with Chronic Illness or Addiction 14:10 Balancing the Nervous System 16:20 Reducing & Managing Stress 20:00 Identifying Stressors in Life Areas 21:00 Practical Stress Management Strategies 25:00 Strengthening the Parasympathetic Response 29:00 Inflammation: Causes & Solutions 30:59 Regulating Circadian Rhythms 34:44 Optimizing Sleep & Routine 40:08 Hormones, Stress & Balance 44:49 Blood Sugar Regulation & Diet 47:08 Neurotransmitters & Mental Wellness 48:27 Gut Health and Its Influence 51:08 Energy Management & Movement 55:19 Understanding and Managing Pain 56:32 Pain Interventions & Ergonomics 57:24 Summary: Reducing Stress & Inflammation 58:00 Closing Thoughts & Q&A 58:53 Baby Steps Toward Meaningful Living 59:01 Job Accommodations & Resources 59:39 Thank You & Next Session Announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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