CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie In this enlightening episode of the Sick and Seeking podcast, I have a candid conversation with Ali Moresco about her unexpected journey with chronic illness, particularly focusing on tick-borne diseases. Ali shares her personal experiences navigating the healthcare system and underscores the vital role of advocacy and support in her journey. We address common misconceptions about tick-borne illnesses, the impor...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie In this episode of the Sick and Seeking Podcast, I interview Erica Hornthal, a dance and movement therapist, about the powerful connection between movement and emotional expression. We explore how dance movement therapy goes beyond traditional dance, highlighting its significance in mental health and self-awareness. Erica shares her insights on the mind-body connection, emphasizing the need for a rich movement vocabul...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie As I sit with the heaviness of the devastation caused by the Eaton and Palisades Fire here in SoCal, I felt deeply moved to create and share this meditation and gentle movement practice with you. This tragedy has impacted so many, including people I know who have lost their homes or who are mitigating smoke damage, and it has left a profound ache in my heart. The Eaton Canyon Fire in Altadena, CA destroyed what I cons...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie In this episode of the Sick and Seeking Podcast, I have an intimate conversation with Tessa Muldoon, also known as the Spoonie Ninja. Tessa shares her inspiring journey through chronic illness, particularly the management of dermatomyositis and other autoimmune diseases. Our discussion explores the emotional complexities of living with invisible illnesses, the impactful role of IVIG treatment, and the significance of ...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie In this episode of the Sick and Seeking Podcast, I share a ‘fly on the wall’ style conversation with my two chronic illness soul-sisters: Stacie and Yoli. We candidly discuss the complexities of living with chronic illnesses and mental health challenges. Our conversation sheds light on the essential role of friendship and community support in navigating these health battles. Join us for this insightful discussion that...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie In today’s episode of the Sick and Seeking Podcast, I sit down with Casey Butterfield, a practitioner of the Alexander Technique and somatic movement educator who helps people recognize and release tension in their body. Together, we discuss the importance of body awareness, the impact of chronic pain, and how the Alexander Technique can help individuals use their body in the most functional, optimal way. Casey shares...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie In this episode of the Sick and Seeking Podcast, I have a heartfelt discussion with Vanessa Fierstadt, a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of the Kintsugi Grief Center. Together, we explore the deep and often complex themes of grief, loss, and healing, drawing from Vanessa’s personal experience as a young widow and her commitment to supporting others through their grief journeys. Join us for this enri...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie In this episode, I have a revealing conversation with Dr. Bill Rawls, who shares his inspiring journey from chronic illness to wellness through a targeted herbal protocol. Dr. Rawls emphasizes the crucial need to identify and address the root causes of illness while prioritizing cellular health. He explains that our symptoms stem from stressed cells and that true healing involves helping these cells recover. Join us f...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Welcome to Season 3, Episode 3 of the Sick and Seeking Podcast! In this enlightening episode, I sit down with Dr. Shivani Gupta to delve into the ancient Indian system of health and healing known as Ayurveda. Dr. Shivani outlines how Ayurveda is a holistic lifestyle that aims to harmonize the body, mind, and spirit. Join us for this insightful conversation that bridges ancient wisdom and modern health practices!...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Welcome to Season 3 of the Sick and Seeking Podcast! On this Episode, Priscilla Elzen, host of Hand Me The Megaphone Podcast, shares her personal journey with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and the challenges she faced in her 9-year wait for a diagnosis. She discusses the impact of childhood trauma, her busy lifestyle, and the lack of education and awareness around PCOS. Priscilla also shares her personal experien...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Welcome to Season 3 of the Sick and Seeking Podcast! Thank you for being listener and joining me on this journey of sickness and healing. Please share and forward this episode to anyone you know who may be interested in donating a kidney and giving me the gift of life. I would love to speak to you about kidney donation and naming me as the recipient. Email me: Leslie @ sickandseeking.com To start the evaluation ...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie ❣️ My name is Leslie Field, and I’m a Somatic Practitioner of Embodied Movement and I help people reconnect to their innate body wisdom through therapeutic movement practices.❣️ I am also the creator and host of the Sick and Seeking Podcast - Hi! I created a gentle body meditation and guided somatic movement practice to give you better insight into the work I do outside of podcasting. Some of the practices and wor...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Well, here we are! The final episode of Sick and Seeking Season 2! After you listen to this episode, I invite you to go BACK and listen to any episodes from season 1 or 2 that you may have missed. They are still wonderful episodes, even if they are from a year or two ago. AND, I’m going to ask a favor - can you rate and review the Sick and Seeking Podcast whenever you listen to your podcasts? It helps the podc...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Welcome to Episode 10, Season 2 of the Sick and Seeking Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Rebecca Tolin, a Mind-Body Coach and creator of the Be Your Own Medicine Program. Rebecca shares her experience navigating a medical system focused only on physical symptoms, neglecting the underlying emotional trauma. Rebecca states: “Through no fault of my own, I found myself in a system that only focused on physical sympto...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Welcome to Episode 9, Season 2 of the Sick and Seeking Podcast! In this episode, I have an insightful conversation with Dr. Gina Calderone, a Doctor of Physical Therapy at C Force Studio. We faced some technical challenges during recording, which may affect the audio quality, but rest assured, the content is invaluable and shouldn’t be missed! As Gina beautifully articulates: “People can go to acupuncture, energetic h...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Welcome to Episode 8, Season 2 of the Sick and Seeking Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with somatic practitioner Emma Gordon from Body As Compass. Emma shares profound insights about healing, trauma, and the wisdom that emerges through deep emotional work. Join us as we explore the journey of healing and the transformative power of somatic practices. Conversation Highlights: Personal Healing Journey: Emma d...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Welcome to Episode 7, Season 2 of the Sick and Seeking Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Kristina Evans, a Functional Nutritionist Counselor at Annyssa Wellness. Recently, I've been working with Kristina to improve my diet, and I can honestly say that the changes have made a significant impact on my gut health and overall well-being. Kristina's compassionate approach truly stands out. She meets you where you a...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Welcome to Episode 6, Season 2 of the Sick and Seeking Podcast! In this episode, I speak with Dr. LJ Johnson, a Holistic Endometriosis and Hormone Expert dedicated to empowering women to improve their quality of life despite their health challenges. This insightful conversation will change everything you thought you knew about endometriosis. Join us as we explore these vital insights on navigating endometriosis and im...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Welcome to Episode 5, Season 2 of the Sick and Seeking Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Amber Ryan, a movement teacher and mentor, and co-founder of The 360 Emergence—a spirit-driven movement practice that combines embodiment, personal growth, and a strong ethic of care and justice. Amber beautifully captures our shared passion for embodied movement with this quote: “And numbing is also one of those vibrations th...

CLICK HERE TO SEND ME A MESSAGE. I love to hear from my listeners --Leslie Welcome to Episode 4, Season 2 of the Sick and Seeking Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Holly Wodetzki of Sensual Embodied Dance about the transformative power of dance in awakening a deep sense of aliveness in the body. Through her unique approach, Holly helps women reconnect with their innate vitality. Conversation Highlights: From Yoga to Dance: Holly shares her journey from yoga to free-form dance and the ric...