Is chronic stress silently destroying your body’s ability to heal? In this episode of Renegade Remission, Elanie unpacks the incredible story of Jan Shaw — a woman who endured decades of illness, organ failure, and devastating lupus symptoms until she discovered the surprising power of stress release, meditation, and community. Her journey reveals how unrelenting stress can sabotage health at the cellular level — and how shifting into “rest-and-digest” can turn the tide. By listening, you’ll learn: How chronic stress hijacks your nervous system and suppresses immunity, fueling disease. Why Jan’s radical healing in Brazil accelerated once she released lifelong emotional burdens. Three simple, science-backed practices you can use today to flip the switch from fight-or-flight into healing. Press play now to discover how stress, biology, and healing intersect — and how you can reclaim your body’s natural ability to repair and thrive. This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk. This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.