Beyond The Pain

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  The Missing Link in Persistent Pain: Self-Love, Emotions and the Body with Lindsay Little 03.08.2026 1u 26min

  Could the way you relate to yourself be affecting your experience of persistent pain?In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon speaks with Lindsay Little about the complex relationship between physical pain, emotional pain and self-love. Drawing on her own experience of serious illness, autoimmune disease and feeling disconnected from her body, Lindsay explains how her health crisis led her to explore massage, somatic practices and the deeper messages held within the body.Together, Leigh and Lindsay discuss why physical and emotional pain cannot always be separated, how a lack of self-love may influence the way we care for ourselves, and why healing may require more than treating symptoms alone.They also explore how chronic stress, unresolved emotions, personal boundaries and our need to feel loved can affect our physical and emotional well-being. Lindsay shares practical ways to begin cultivating self-love, including identifying how you prefer to receive love, becoming more mindful of your needs, establishing healthier boundaries and making space for meaningful self-care.In this episode, you’ll discover:How Lindsay’s experience with autoimmune disease changed her relationship with her bodyWhy physical and emotional pain are often deeply interconnectedHow unresolved emotional experiences may contribute to persistent symptomsWhy self-love is about more than positive thinking or pampering yourselfHow your personal “love languages” can be applied to self-careWhy healthy boundaries are an essential expression of self-respectHow mindfulness and somatic awareness can help you reconnect with your bodyPractical first steps towards developing a more supportive relationship with yourselfIf you have persistent pain and feel that something important has been overlooked, this conversation offers a compassionate invitation to listen to your body, explore your emotional needs and consider healing from a whole-person perspective.Connect with Lindsay LittleSomaLingua:https://somalingua.com/Connect with Leigh BrandonBeyond The Pain paperback:https://amzn.to/4y2HVWgBeyond The Pain ebook:https://amzn.to/4y0lH78Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme:https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Free Pain-Free Plate Guide:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Can Repressed Emotions Cause Chronic Pain? Mind-Body Healing with Amy Lansky 27.07.2026 1u 34min

  Could unresolved emotions, chronic stress and suppressed anger be contributing to persistent pain?In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon speaks with author Amy Lansky about her personal experiences with lower back pain, sciatica, insomnia and other chronic symptoms—and how the work of Dr John Sarno changed the way she understood them.Amy explains why pain may not always originate solely in the physical body and introduces the framework from her book, Living in Synchrony. This explores the physical, etheric, emotional, mental and causal aspects of the human experience—and how each may influence health and healing.Together, Leigh and Amy explore:Amy’s journey from computer scientist to author and researcherHow Dr John Sarno connected chronic pain with suppressed emotionsAmy’s experience of overcoming severe sciaticaWhy chronic pain may move from one area of the body to anotherHow posture, breathing and movement can contribute to physical symptomsThe relationship between emotional stress, muscle tension and painWhy symptom suppression may not address the underlying causeApproaches including meditation, journalling, emotional release, TRE and EFTHow to explore the possible root causes of persistent symptomsSimple ways to reconnect with your body, intuition and sense of meaningThis conversation invites you to look beyond the location of your pain and consider the wider physical, emotional and psychological influences that may be contributing to it.Please remember that persistent, severe or unexplained symptoms should be appropriately assessed by a qualified healthcare professional. The experiences and views discussed in this episode are not a substitute for individual medical advice.Find out more about Amy Lansky:https://www.amylansky.comConnect with Leigh and explore his resources:Beyond The Pain paperback:https://amzn.to/4y2HVWgBeyond The Pain ebook:https://amzn.to/4y0lH78Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme:https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Can Unresolved Emotions Drive Chronic Pain? The RESET Method with Peter Strange 20.07.2026 1u 23min

  What if the reason your pain persists is not only found in the part of your body that hurts?When pain continues despite treatment, exercise, medication or attempts to correct the physical problem, it may be necessary to look beyond muscles, joints and structural damage. Unresolved emotional experiences, chronic stress, fear and deeply held beliefs may also influence how the body responds and why pain remains.In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh speaks with Peter Strange, creator of the RESET Method, about his own journey from serious knee and spinal injuries to developing an approach that considers the structural, emotional and energetic influences on pain.Peter explains how RESET—Realigning Emotions and Structure for Energetic Transformation—evolved from his background in fitness, kinesiology, manual therapy and energy-based healing. He also describes what he means by non-local connection and how he works with clients remotely.Leigh and Peter explore:Why physical findings such as degeneration, disc changes or “wear and tear” do not always explain someone’s painHow unresolved emotions and significant life experiences may contribute to persistent painWhy pain can sometimes change when a person feels heard, safe or more in controlThe relationship between posture, thoughts, emotions and the nervous systemHow Peter developed the RESET MethodWhat non-local connection and remote healing mean in practical termsQuestions that may help you explore the emotional context surrounding your painWhy surgery may sometimes be appropriate, but should not automatically be viewed as the only optionThe importance of seeking appropriate professional advice and considering the whole personThis conversation does not suggest that physical injuries or structural problems should be ignored. Instead, it encourages you to remain curious about the different influences that may be affecting your pain and to consider whether there is another part of your story that has not yet been explored.Connect with Peter StrangeWebsite:https://peterstrange.co.ukConnect with Leigh BrandonBeyond The Pain paperback:https://amzn.to/4y2HVWgBeyond The Pain ebook:https://amzn.to/4y0lH78Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme:https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultationThis podcast is provided for educational purposes only and should not be treated as medical advice. The discussion includes personal experiences and complementary approaches that may not be supported by established clinical evidence. Always seek appropriate medical assessment for new, severe or unexplained symptoms, and consult a suitably qualified healthcare professional before changing your treatment.
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  Can Energy Healing Help Chronic Pain? with Romain Daumont 13.07.2026 1u 46min

  Energy healing is often dismissed as “woo woo” by people who have never experienced it.But what if some of what we call woo woo is simply what science has not yet learned how to measure?In this episode of Beyond The Pain, I speak with Romain Daumont, founder of Luminara Care, about energy healing, chronic pain, grief, silence, trust, and the emerging science around biofield therapies.Romain’s journey into this work began after the heartbreaking loss of his son, Rafael, shortly after birth. During that period of grief, he discovered something unexpected: silence did not have to feel empty or frightening. In the presence of others, silence could feel loving, supportive, and deeply connecting.That experience eventually led him to create Helo, an app designed to help people share moments of silence together, even when physically apart. But Romain’s path later took another turn when he began exploring collective meditation, remote healing, and the world of energy medicine.In this conversation, we discuss how energy healing may support people with chronic pain, trauma, anxiety, depression, and cancer-related pain, while also being honest that it does not work for everyone, and that the quality and integrity of the practitioner matters enormously.We also talk about why trust is so important in an unregulated field, how Luminara vets practitioners, what a first session may look like, and why Romain is now involved in research looking at energy healing, chronic pain, trauma, and other health challenges.This is a thought-provoking conversation about pain, the nervous system, emotional healing, the biofield, science, scepticism, and the possibility that healing may involve more than the physical body alone.In this episode, we discuss:Why Romain’s experience of grief changed his relationship with silenceHow shared silence can create connection without wordsThe story behind Helo and Luminara CareWhy Romain became interested in collective meditation and remote healingHow energy healing may help some people with chronic painWhy practitioner quality, ethics, and trust matter so muchWhat mainstream pain care may miss about persistent painWhy pain is not simply something to suppressThe relationship between pain, the nervous system, emotions, and the bodyWhat a first energy healing session through Luminara may look likeHow Luminara matches clients with vetted practitionersThe importance of consent, openness, and safety in healing workEmerging research into biofield therapies and energy healingWhy the future of healthcare may need to become more integrativeConnect with Romain:Website: https://www.luminara.care/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luminara.care/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luminara-care/Connect with Leigh:Beyond The Pain paperback: https://amzn.to/4y2HVWgBeyond The Pain ebook: https://amzn.to/4y0lH78Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Healing Chronic Pain: The Mind, Body & Lifestyle Connection with Hany Demian 06.07.2026 1u 24min

  Chronic pain is often treated as though it is purely a physical problem — an injury, a joint issue, a disc problem, inflammation, or degeneration.But for many people living with persistent pain, the real picture is far more complex.In this episode of Beyond The Pain, I speak with pain management expert Hany Demian about why chronic pain often needs to be understood through a much wider lens — one that includes the body, mind, emotions, stress, lifestyle, inflammation, nervous system sensitivity, and the person’s overall health.Hany shares his own journey into medicine, the limitations he began to see in conventional pain management, and why he became increasingly interested in cellular health, regenerative medicine, and more holistic approaches to healing.We discuss why pain is not always just about the place where it hurts, why mindset and emotional stress can influence recovery, and why nutrition, movement, sleep, inflammation, oxidative stress, and lifestyle choices may all play a role in whether someone gets better or remains stuck.This is not about saying pain is “all in your head.” It is about recognising that persistent pain is often a whole-person problem — and therefore recovery may need a whole-person approach.In this episode, we discuss:Why chronic pain is often more than just an injury or structural problemThe limitations of conventional pain management when root causes are missedHow inflammation, oxidative stress, and lifestyle stress can contribute to persistent painWhy mindset and emotional health can influence chronic pain recoveryThe role of nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management in healingWhy some people struggle to recover even after injections, procedures, or medicationHow taking a more proactive role in your health can support long-term pain reliefIf you are living with chronic pain, persistent pain, back pain, joint pain, or ongoing symptoms that have not fully responded to conventional treatment, this episode will help you think differently about what may be driving your pain — and what you may be able to do about it.Connect with Dr Hany:Website - https://drdemian.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/drhanydemian/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@drhanydemainConnect with Leigh:Beyond The Pain book - https://amzn.to/44ArJxTBeyond The Pain 14-Day Programme - https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide - ⁠https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/⁠Consult with Leigh - ⁠https://www.bodychek.co.uk/⁠consultation
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  Cam Cordin: Chronic Pain, Cold Exposure & Rebuilding Health 29.06.2026 1u 31min

  In this episode of Beyond The Pain, I speak with Cam Cordin about his powerful journey from chronic pain, physical breakdown and emotional rock bottom to rebuilding his health through discipline, resilience and what he calls the Savage Chill System.Cam had spent years training hard through powerlifting, Jiu Jitsu and athletics, but by his late thirties, his body began to break down. What started as soreness gradually became debilitating pain, numbness in his hands, and the realisation that he could no longer keep pushing through life in the same way.After facing the prospect of managed decline, pain medication and a life that felt increasingly limited, Cam made a decision: he was going to stop outsourcing responsibility for his health and begin understanding what his body truly needed.In this conversation, Cam shares how cold exposure, kettlebell training, mental resilience and a structured daily system helped him rebuild his body, reconnect with his purpose and move beyond simply managing symptoms.We discuss why discomfort is often something to move towards rather than avoid, how fear can hold people back from change, and why real transformation often requires both physical and mental discipline.This episode is a powerful reminder that healing is not always comfortable, linear or easy — but with the right mindset, structure and support, it is possible to reclaim your health and your life.In this episode, we discuss: Why Cam’s health started to decline despite years of athletic trainingHow chronic pain, numbness and physical limitation affected his lifeWhy conventional approaches did not give him the answers he neededHow cold exposure became a turning point in his recoveryThe role of kettlebell training in rebuilding strength and resilienceWhy mental toughness is not about ignoring pain, but learning how to respond differentlyHow Cam developed the Savage Chill SystemWhy structure, consistency and personal responsibility matter in healingPractical first steps for people who feel stuck in pain or poor healthConnect with Cam Cordin:Website: https://savagechillstyle.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camcordinConnect with Leigh:Beyond The Pain book Free Chapter: https://bodychek.co.uk/book-waitlist/Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Rethinking Pain Care: Beyond Technique to a Whole-Person Approach 22.06.2026 29min

  In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon explores why many traditional pain treatment approaches fall short when they focus too narrowly on the painful area or rely too heavily on technique.While biomechanics, anatomy and hands-on skills all have their place, persistent pain often requires a broader, more human-centred approach. Pain is influenced not only by joints, muscles and movement, but also by stress, sleep, physiology, emotional load, nervous system protection, beliefs, fear and lifestyle.Leigh discusses why practitioners can sometimes misjudge the true drivers of pain by narrowing their assessment too quickly, and why lasting change usually requires more than applying the right technique to the painful site.This episode also explores the difference between treatment and transformation, and why the goal should not be to create dependency, but to help people participate more fully in their own recovery.In this episode, Leigh discusses:Why focusing only on the painful site can miss the bigger pictureThe difference between technique and true transformationHow sleep, stress, physiology and emotional load can influence persistent painWhy nervous system protection matters in chronic painHow practitioners can communicate without increasing fear or threatWhy client participation is essential for long-term recoveryPractical questions that can expand assessment beyond biomechanics aloneBeyond The Pain: A Whole-Person Approach to Understanding Pain and Participating in RecoveryJoin the waitlist and get a free chapter:https://bodychek.co.uk/book-waitlist/Pre-order the Kindle version on Amazon:https://amzn.to/4e0uAG6Connect with Leigh Brandon:Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Chronic Pain Recovery: Where to Start When Pain Has Lasted for Years 15.06.2026 39min

  When pain has lasted for months or years, one of the hardest questions can be: where do I even start?By that point, many people have already tried stretching, strengthening, rest, treatment, scans, medication, posture changes, nervous system work, diet changes, supplements, and endless advice from practitioners, friends, family, and the internet.But instead of feeling clearer, many people feel more confused.In this solo episode, Leigh Brandon explores a more practical and grounded way to begin when persistent pain has been part of your life for a long time.Rather than offering a magic fix or one-size-fits-all solution, Leigh shares six key steps to help you move from overwhelm to orientation:Stop chasing everything at onceBuild your pain timelineRebuild the foundationsCalm the threat loadReintroduce movement intelligentlyGet the right supportThis episode is part of the launch series for Leigh’s new book, Beyond The Pain: A Whole-Person Approach to Understanding Pain and Participating in Recovery.The book is designed to help people understand pain differently, ask better questions, and participate more actively in their own recovery.You can find Leigh at:Beyond The Pain Book Free Chapter:https://bodychek.co.uk/book-waitlist/Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme:https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation/
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  Chronic Pain Myths: Why Pain Doesn’t Always Mean Damage 08.06.2026 55min

  Chronic pain can be frightening enough on its own, but the stories people are told about their pain can sometimes make recovery feel even harder.In this solo episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon explores some of the most common myths that keep people stuck in persistent pain — including the belief that pain always means damage, that the painful area must always be the true source of the problem, and that rest is always the best solution.Leigh explains why labels such as arthritis, degeneration, disc bulges, stenosis, muscle tightness, and “wear and tear” can sometimes shape how people see their bodies, often leading to fear, avoidance, and loss of confidence.This episode is not about ignoring pain or dismissing medical findings. It is about understanding pain in a more complete way — as a whole-person experience influenced by structure, movement, stress, inflammation, beliefs, emotional load, nervous system sensitivity, and more.In this episode, Leigh discusses:Why pain is not always a direct measure of damageHow diagnostic labels can influence fear and movement avoidanceWhy the site of pain is not always the source of the problemHow the body functions as an interconnected systemWhy excessive rest can sometimes make persistent pain worseHow better questions can lead to better recovery strategiesThis episode is for anyone who has been told their body is damaged, fragile, or broken — and wants to begin seeing pain through a more empowering, whole-person lens.Find Leigh here:Beyond The Pain book free chapter: https://bodychek.co.uk/book-waitlist/Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Why Pain Relief Isn’t Recovery: A Whole-Person Approach to Chronic Pain 01.06.2026 30min

  Pain relief matters — but is it the same as recovery?In this solo episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon takes you behind the scenes of his new book, Beyond The Pain: A Whole-Person Approach to Understanding Pain and Participating in Recovery.After nearly three decades of working with people in persistent pain, Leigh shares why so many people experience temporary relief, only for their pain to return days, weeks, or months later. He explores why pain is often misunderstood when it is reduced to a body part, scan finding, diagnosis, posture issue, or single treatment approach.Through the story of Amelia, a client with recurring neck and shoulder pain, cervical spinal stenosis, fatigue, digestive issues, bloating and headaches, Leigh explains how structural, metabolic, lifestyle, emotional and nervous system factors can all interact to influence pain and recovery.This episode is not about blaming people for their pain. It is about helping people understand that they may have more influence over their recovery than they have been led to believe.In this episode, Leigh discusses:Why pain relief is not always the same as recoveryWhy persistent pain often returns after treatmentHow a diagnosis can be useful — but also limitingWhy pain should not always be viewed as a simple damage signalHow digestion, stress, inflammation, fatigue and movement patterns can all influence painWhy recovery often requires a whole-person frameworkThe difference between personal responsibility and blameWhy Beyond The Pain was writtenYou can find Leigh here:Beyond The Pain book Free Chapter:https://bodychek.co.uk/book-waitlist/Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme:https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation/
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  Feldenkrais for Chronic Pain: Gentle Movement, Back Pain Relief & Mind-Body Healing with Beverly 25.05.2026 1u 25min

  Chronic pain can take over your life, affecting how you move, think, feel, sleep, work and connect with the people around you. But what if part of the way forward was not forcing your body harder, but learning how to move with more awareness, ease and intelligence?In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon speaks with Beverly, a certified Feldenkrais practitioner and founder of Pauseture, about how her own debilitating back pain led her away from the corporate world and into the Feldenkrais Method.After trying several approaches without lasting success, Beverly experienced a dramatic shift during her first Feldenkrais lesson. Through gentle movement and awareness, she discovered a new way of relating to her body — one that eventually helped her overcome pain, improve mobility and regulate her nervous system.In this conversation, Beverly explains how Feldenkrais can help people with chronic pain by improving body awareness, changing habitual movement patterns and helping the nervous system feel safer.You’ll hear about:Why chronic pain is not always solved by stretching, strengthening or “fixing” the painful areaHow gentle movement can help calm the nervous systemThe role of awareness in pain recoveryWhy forcing movement can sometimes make pain worseHow Feldenkrais differs from conventional exercise or therapyBeverly’s personal journey from severe back pain to becoming a practitionerHow Pauseture helps people bring mindful movement into everyday lifeIf you have been living with persistent back pain, chronic pain, stiffness, tension or movement fear, this episode offers a hopeful and practical conversation about a different way to approach recovery.Beverly’s Details:Website: https://www.pauseture.com/Apple App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pauseture-mindful-movement/id6483941228Google Play App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.otrofy.pauseture&hl=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauseture/Leigh’s Details:Beyond The Pain book Free Chapter: https://bodychek.co.uk/book-waitlist/Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Stem Cells, Biohacking & Chronic Pain Recovery with Eric Headlee 18.05.2026 58min

  In this episode of Beyond The Pain, I’m joined by Eric Headlee, who shares his remarkable journey from a catastrophic knee injury to exploring holistic health, biohacking, stem cell therapy, and longevity practices.Eric opens up about how injury, pain, and declining health led him to question the limitations of conventional approaches and search for deeper answers. We discuss his experience with reversing liver fibrosis, the role of stem cell therapy in recovery, and how mental, emotional, and physical health all interact when it comes to chronic pain.This conversation explores why pain is rarely just a mechanical issue, how trauma and emotional stress can influence the body, and why people dealing with persistent pain may need to look beyond symptom management if they want long-term change.We discuss:Eric’s personal injury and recovery journeyThe limitations of traditional medicineBiohacking and reversing liver fibrosisStem cell therapy versus surgeryThe impact of mental health on physical painTrauma, emotional health, and chronic painLongevity practices and future health optimisationContact Eric:www.ariseelitelongevity.comwww.thearisemethods.comContact Leigh:Beyond The Pain book Free Chapter - https://bodychek.co.uk/book-waitlist/Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme - https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Metabolic Chaos, Chronic Pain & Root-Cause Healing with Reed Davis 11.05.2026 1u 11min

  Many people living with chronic pain are told to manage symptoms, take medication, or simply learn to live with it. But what if pain is not the real problem — but a signal that something deeper is going on inside the body?In this episode of Beyond The Pain, I speak with Reed Davis, founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, about the concept of metabolic chaos and how hidden imbalances in the body may contribute to pain, inflammation, fatigue, poor recovery, and ongoing health struggles.We discuss why focusing only on symptoms can miss the bigger picture, how stress, nutrition, hormones, digestion, lifestyle, and inflammation can interact, and why resolving chronic pain often requires a whole-person, root-cause approach.Reed shares why comprehensive lab testing, better nutrition, improved lifestyle habits, and stress reduction can help people begin to understand what their body is trying to tell them — and how they can take more responsibility for their health.In this episode, we discuss:What “metabolic chaos” meansWhy chronic pain may be linked to deeper systemic imbalancesHow stress, hormones, nutrition, and inflammation affect healthWhy treating symptoms alone often failsThe role of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition in uncovering root causesHow food and lifestyle changes can support pain recoveryWhy personal responsibility is essential for long-term healthThis episode is ideal for anyone suffering with chronic pain, inflammation, fatigue, digestive issues, hormonal problems, or ongoing health challenges who wants to better understand the root causes behind their symptoms.Reed Davis / FDN Links:Website: http://www.fdntraining.com/beyond26Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FunctionalDiagnosticNutrition/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdntraining/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7xDnEKCe9gKeWZ2vbE3C8wLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/san-diego-natural-health-&-fitness-ctr/X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/FDNtrainingCourse discussed:Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - ⁠https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/⁠Leigh Brandon Links:Beyond The Pain book waitlist: https://bodychek.co.uk/book-waitlist/Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation/
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  Resilience Through Chronic Illness: Brad Pitzele on Pain, Fatigue, Mindset & Healing 04.05.2026 1u 8min

  Living with chronic illness can feel like fighting a battle no one else can fully see.In this episode of Beyond The Pain, I’m joined by Brad Pitzele, who shares his powerful journey through autoimmune arthritis, debilitating pain, fatigue, brain fog, and a melanoma diagnosis that became a major turning point in his life.Brad opens up about the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual toll of chronic illness — from being doubted and dismissed, to trying multiple medications, to reaching a point where he knew he had to look at healing in a different way.We explore what resilience really means when you’re living with pain or chronic illness, why acceptance is not the same as giving up, and how mindset, lifestyle changes, family support, self-advocacy, and alternative approaches all played a role in Brad’s journey.We also discuss the challenges of parenting when illness affects more than one member of the family, including Brad’s experience supporting his daughter after she was also diagnosed with arthritis.This is a powerful conversation for anyone living with chronic pain, chronic illness, fatigue, or the uncertainty that comes with ongoing health challenges.In this episode, we discuss:How chronic illness affects the body, mind, emotions, and identityThe hidden psychological toll of pain, fatigue, and brain fogWhat it feels like to be dismissed or doubted by othersWhy acceptance can become a powerful first step in healingThe role of resilience when life feels uncertainHow Brad began exploring diet, lifestyle, and alternative approachesThe importance of family, community, and self-advocacyWhy chronic illness can reveal inner strength you didn’t know you hadConnect with Brad:Website: https://www.onethousandroads.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/onethousandroadshqYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OneThousandRoadsHQFind Leigh:Beyond The Pain book waitlist: https://bodychek.co.uk/book-waitlist/Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Healing Multiple Sclerosis, Autoimmunity & Chronic Pain Through Energy Medicine | Dayna Wylder 27.04.2026 1u 22min

  In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon speaks with Dayna Wylder about her transformative healing journey with multiple sclerosis and how it led her into the world of energy medicine, emotional healing, and higher consciousness.Together, they explore the deep connection between the mind, body, emotions, and energy field, and how symptoms may be messages from the subconscious rather than simply problems to suppress. Dayna shares insights into the five koshas, frequency healing, sound therapy, structured water, tapping, gratitude, and the importance of reconnecting with your higher self to support true healing.This conversation offers a thought-provoking perspective on chronic pain, autoimmunity, emotional patterns, subconscious beliefs, and spiritual healing.In this episode, we discuss:Dayna Wylder’s healing journey with multiple sclerosisThe shift from physical medicine to information and energy medicineThe five koshas and the role of the bliss body in healingHow energetic imbalances may contribute to pain and illnessSymptoms as subconscious communication rather than random dysfunctionEmotional patterns, secondary gains, and their impact on healthSound therapy, structured water, tapping, and gratitude as healing toolsPurpose, surrender, stillness, and higher self-connection in recoveryFind Dayna Wylder:https://www.energyovermatter.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@energyovermatterConnect with Leigh:Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme - https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Chronic Pain, Hypermobility and Resilience | Daniel C. Rodgers 20.04.2026 1u 19min

  In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon speaks with Daniel C. Rodgers about living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) — a connective tissue disorder that can lead to hypermobility, repeated injuries, chronic pain, exhaustion, and years of confusion before diagnosis.Daniel shares how the early signs were missed, how serious knee dislocations and surgeries changed the course of his life, and what happened when he finally discovered that EDS was behind so many of his symptoms. He also opens up about the emotional toll of chronic pain, including isolation, frustration, and learning how to adapt without letting the condition define his life.In this conversation, we discuss:early signs of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and hypermobilitywhy EDS is often overlooked or misdiagnosedchronic pain, repeated injuries, and recovery setbacksthe mental and emotional impact of living with an invisible conditionhow Daniel manages exercise, activity, and daily life with EDSthe importance of resilience, self-awareness, and self-advocacyDaniel C. RodgersWebsite: https://escapetheclock.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danrodgersYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOJX3vkUPfwzzC3DWGSH-KwLeigh BrandonBeyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation/
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  Chronic Pain, Autoimmune Disease & Nervous System Healing with Christine Ruch 13.04.2026 1u 31min

  What happens when chronic illness forces you to question everything you thought you knew about health and healing?In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon is joined by holistic nutritionist Christine Ruch to explore her powerful journey through chronic illness, multiple autoimmune diagnoses, and the deeper healing work that transformed her life.Christine shares how her path led her from years of health challenges and an MS diagnosis to studying holistic nutrition, building nourishing food businesses, and eventually discovering the profound role of the nervous system in chronic pain, symptoms, and recovery.Together, Leigh and Christine discuss the connection between chronic pain and nervous system dysregulation, the impact of emotional stress on physical symptoms, the role of food in supporting healing, and why learning to listen to the body is such an important part of recovery.If you have ever felt dismissed, confused by persistent symptoms, or stuck in a cycle of pushing through pain, this episode offers a thought-provoking perspective on what healing may really require.In this episode, Leigh and Christine discuss:• Christine’s journey through chronic illness, MS, and multiple autoimmune conditions• How food elimination and holistic nutrition changed her health• The connection between chronic pain and nervous system dysregulation• Why hypervigilance can amplify symptoms• The emotional and mental health factors that influence pain• Pain as a warning signal rather than simply something to suppress• Why self-validation and self-advocacy are essential in healing• The problem with glorifying pushing through painChristine’s work highlights a powerful message: healing is not just about managing symptoms. It is about understanding the relationship between the body, the mind, the nervous system, and the environment we live in.Christine’s Contact DetailsWebsite: https://www.christineruch.com/Leigh’s Contact DetailsBeyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://bodychek.co.uk/pain-free-plate/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation/If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who would benefit from hearing it.
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  How the Brain Creates Pain: Applied Neurology, Flow State & Recovery with Brandon Day 06.04.2026 1u 32min

  What if pain is not simply a problem in the tissues, but an output from the brain?In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon is joined by Brandon Day, flow state expert and applied neurology coach, to explore how the brain influences pain, injury, performance, recovery, and resilience.Brandon shares his remarkable journey from a childhood shaped by sport, anger, trauma, and repeated injuries, to discovering that pain is often far more complex than structural damage alone. Together, they unpack why so many people remain in pain even when scans and medical tests reveal very little, while others show significant degeneration with no pain at all.This conversation explores the hidden neurological mechanisms behind chronic pain and peak performance, including how the brain interprets threat, how past experiences and emotions shape physical symptoms, and why changing sensory input can change the pain output.If you have ever been told, “It’s all in your head,” this episode will help you understand why that may actually be the most empowering thing you could hear.In this episode, we discuss:• Why chronic pain can persist even when scans and tests come back clear• Why pain is often an output from the brain rather than a direct measure of tissue damage• How flow states can support healing, recovery, and peak performance• The role of applied neurology in reducing pain and improving function• How sensory retraining can help change protective pain patterns• Why thoughts, emotions, and unresolved trauma can influence physical health• What neurological loops and “threat buckets” are, and how they keep people stuck• Practical ways to begin changing the brain’s pain and protection signalsThis is a powerful episode for anyone dealing with persistent pain, unexplained symptoms, recurring injuries, or a desire to better understand the brain-body connection.Find Brandon Day online:Website: https://evolvedathlete.coach/Community: https://www.skool.com/evolvedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iambrandonday/You can find Leigh @:Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme - https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
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  Exploring Advanced Therapies for Chronic Pain & Hidden Conditions | Greg Lee 30.03.2026 1u 1min

  In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon is joined by Greg Lee for a thought-provoking conversation about chronic pain, hidden conditions, emotional trauma, toxins, and some of the more advanced therapies being used to help people heal.Greg shares his fascinating journey from NASA engineer to holistic practitioner, and explains how that path led him into working with frequency-based scanning technologies, Chinese medicine, acupuncture, detoxification strategies, microcurrent therapy, and other integrative approaches to chronic illness and pain.Leigh and Greg discuss how hidden factors such as mold, parasites, biofilms, toxins, and unresolved emotional trauma may contribute to persistent symptoms, and why supporting the body’s energy, drainage, and detoxification pathways may be an important part of the healing process. They also explore the links between brain health, nerve function, emotional trauma, and chronic pain, along with practical first steps for people who feel overwhelmed and want to begin addressing root causes.This is a fascinating conversation that challenges conventional thinking and opens the door to a broader understanding of pain, healing, and recovery.In this episode, they discuss:Greg Lee’s journey from NASA engineer to holistic practitionerAdvanced therapies for chronic pain and hidden conditionsFrequency-based scanning technologies and how Greg uses themChinese medicine, acupuncture, and integrative healing approachesWhy detoxification and drainage may matter before deeper interventionsMold, parasites, biofilms, toxins, and other hidden contributors to symptomsMicrocurrent therapy, brain health, and nerve supportPractical guidance for people seeking a root-cause approach to healingContact Greg:https://www.lymeresearchcenter.com/https://www.lymeresearchcenter.com/HFRhttps://www.facebook.com/LymeResearchCenter/https://www.linkedin.com/company/lyme-research-healing-center/https://www.instagram.com/lymeresearchcenter/?hl=enContact Leigh:Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme - https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation/
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  Chronic Pain Root Causes: Inflammation, Stress, Trauma & Toxicity | Stan Kurtz 23.03.2026 1u

  In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon is joined by Stan Kurtz for a thought-provoking conversation on chronic pain, inflammation, trauma, stress, toxicity, and the deeper factors that may be driving pain in the body. Stan shares how his own family experiences led him into this work, why he believes many chronic issues have root causes beyond symptoms, and why pain may be better understood as a signal rather than the problem itself. Leigh and Stan also explore the relationships between inflammation, dysbiosis, stress physiology, trauma, and chronic pain, as well as Stan’s views on why the body may prioritise survival and stress responses over detoxification. They also discuss biomechanics, perception, and why changing the inputs into the body may influence pain, energy, and overall function. In this episode, they discuss:Stan’s personal journey into health and recovery workWhy he believes toxins, stress, trauma, and inflammation can all play a role in chronic painThe idea that pain is a signal asking for attentionThe connection between stress, perception, physiology, and painWhy unresolved trauma may affect healingPractical lifestyle ideas Stan suggests people experiment with Contact Stan:https://stansrecoveries.com/https://stanslinks.com/Contact Leigh:Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme - https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh - https://bodychek.co.uk/consultation/