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Why So Many People Feel Sick Today: The Hidden Causes of Chronic Illness | Sue McKinley | The Elisha Show
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- Jul 17, 2026
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Summary
Why do so many people feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or chronically unwell—even when medical tests say everything is normal? In this thought-provoking episode of The Elisha Show, Amb. Elisha sits down with Sue McKinley, computer scientist, systems thinker, and health educator, to explore a different way of understanding chronic illness and long-term wellness. Sue shares how her youngest son's serious illness changed the course of her life, leading her to study how modern lifestyles affect the body's ability to heal and thrive. She explains why many chronic health conditions may be linked to cumulative physical, emotional, and environmental stress—and why building health is just as important as treating disease. Together, they discuss how reducing overload, supporting the body's natural functions, and addressing underlying contributors to illness can help people move toward better health. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ How Sue's son's illness inspired her life's work ✅ Why many chronic illnesses may develop after prolonged overload ✅ The difference between treating symptoms and building health ✅ What "If you're sitting on a tack, don't take aspirin" really means ✅ How stress, environment, and lifestyle affect long-term wellness ✅ Why recovery is essential for physical and mental health ✅ Practical ways to reduce daily overload and support overall well-being Sue offers a hopeful message for anyone who feels unwell despite being told that "everything looks normal." She encourages listeners to better understand their bodies and make intentional lifestyle changes that support overall health. If you're interested in chronic illness, preventative health, stress management, holistic wellness, or improving your overall wellbeing, this conversation provides valuable insights…