In this episode of the 'Grace, Grief and Grit' podcast, hosts Dee Daniels and Ann Davis welcome special guest Desiree Sparrow, an integrative health therapist, yoga instructor, and minister - who also works at a Children's Hospital in Philadelphia.   ---   Desiree shares her journey into integrative health, driven by her personal history with anxiety and trauma. The conversation delves into the importance of mindfulness, meditation, and yoga as tools for managing stress, medical conditions, and rare diseases. Desiree discusses practical techniques such as sensory anchoring and the RAIN method to help caregivers and patients regulate their nervous systems. She also emphasizes the significance of self-care and self-love, breaking down the misconceptions about yoga and mindfulness practices.   ---   This episode provides valuable insights and practical advice for anyone seeking to incorporate these practices into their daily lives to improve mental and physical well-being.   Thank you for listening!  Learn more about EB and the voices in this episode: Tap HERE to connect with Desiree   Tap HERE to connect with Hallie's Story EB in depth Meet the family behind Heroes for Hallie Grace Donate and Join the Fight Proudly hosted and produced by Dee Daniels Media