In this episode, we talk about some of the natural ways we’ve learned to manage pain. We share some simple tips that are realistic and easy for you to incorporate into your daily life. Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com/healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.com Theme song: "Werq" by Kevin Macleod, copyright Incompetech.com Support ...
May 05, 2021•35 min•Ep. 17
We wanted to switch things up and do something light and fun. We decided to play 'This or That' to help you guys learn a little more about us in a way that’s not directly tied to our health. We hope you enjoy! Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com/healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.com Theme song: "Werq" by Kevin Macleod, copyright...
Apr 21, 2021•34 min•Ep. 16
In this episode, we discuss the simple ways we’ve been able to maintain joy and gratitude while living with a chronic illness. We share practical and free strategies that can immediately improve your mindset, starting with intentionality and awareness. Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com/healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.com The...
Apr 14, 2021•38 min•Ep. 15
We talk about the reality of rock climbing while having rheumatoid arthritis, the challenges we face, and the mindset required to overcome limiting beliefs. While the focus of this episode is rock climbing, you can apply this conversation to any area of your life! Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com/healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabu...
Apr 07, 2021•49 min•Ep. 14
Whether it's having a glass of wine or eating a slice of pizza, we all like to indulge from time to time. But when you're on a health journey, it's easy to feel restricted or guilty when you make those choices. We share our own strategies for creating a sense of balance while maintaining our healthy lifestyles. Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com...
Mar 31, 2021•44 min•Ep. 13
Join us for Part 2 of this sleep mini-series as we discuss how chronic fatigue affects your body, mind and every day life. We share our experiences with chronic fatigue and how you can improve your overall energy level! Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com/healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.com Theme song: "Werq" by Kevin Macleod,...
Mar 24, 2021•31 min•Ep. 12
Join us for Part 1 of this sleep mini-series as we discuss insomnia, pain, and strategies for getting a good night's sleep! Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com/healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.com Theme song: "Werq" by Kevin Macleod, copyright Incompetech.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/autoimmune-and-you . Hos...
Mar 17, 2021•24 min•Ep. 11
Join us for Part 3 of this conversation as we dive deeper into how our diagnosis and personal growth affected how we perceive relationships in our lives. Make sure you catch Parts 1 & 2 before listening to this last segment of our Relationships & Support mini-series. Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com/healing_arthritis_holistically Web: ...
Mar 10, 2021•30 min•Ep. 10
Join us for Part 2 as we continue to share some of personal experiences after being newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. We also talk about close relationships and how they supported us in our darkest moments. Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com/healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.com Theme song: "Werq" by Kevin Macleod, cop...
Mar 03, 2021•30 min•Ep. 9
Join us for Part 1 as we share some of our personal experiences in our social lives after being newly diagnosed. We also talk about close relationships and how they supported us in our darkest moments. Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com/healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.com Theme song: "Werq" by Kevin Macleod, copyright Incompe...
Feb 24, 2021•39 min•Ep. 8
Erika hosts this solo episode and shares her personal experience of coping with trauma. She opens up about a past event that drastically changed her life, and how it recently resurfaced. Learn how she managed to work through those emotions and how it might be able to help you. Podcast: IG: www.instagram.com/autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: www.instagram.com/rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: www.instagram.com/healing_arthritis_holistically Web...
Feb 17, 2021•20 min•Ep. 7
Learn tips and tricks to eating healthier without paying more. We discuss hot topics such as organic vs. conventional produce, eating seasonally and learning to read packaged food labels. We also share how you can enjoy the process of creating a healthier lifestyle! Podcast: IG: @autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: @rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: @healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.com Theme song: "Werq" by Kevin Macleod, cop...
Feb 10, 2021•39 min•Ep. 6
Rachel hosts this solo episode and dives into how she keeps her daily routines in place while traveling. It seems common to get back from vacation and feel sick and exhausted. Find out tips for staying healthy and still enjoying your vacation so you can come home feeling good! Podcast: IG: @autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: @rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: @healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.com Theme song: "Werq" by Kevin M...
Feb 03, 2021•30 min•Ep. 5
We discuss the divide we are seeing in the autoimmune community, specifically on social media. We share our experiences of creating our own positive space on social media that aligns with our values and outlook on our disease. Learn how to protect your energy and focus on your own growth and healing. Podcast: IG: @autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: @rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: @healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.com Theme...
Jan 27, 2021•39 min•Ep. 4
Have you set intentions for your healing journey? We talk about why it’s important to find a deeper reason for creating healthy changes in your life. Find out where we each started on our journeys, how we overcame obstacles, and how we identified personal goals that were in alignment with our inner purpose. Podcast: IG: @autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: @rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: @healing_arthritis_holistically Web: www.erikabustos.co...
Jan 20, 2021•52 min•Ep. 3
We talk about how we have changed our mindsets by working through limiting beliefs, self-doubt, and creating a positive attitude towards healing our bodies. Everything you do starts with your thoughts! We share simple tips so you can start shifting your perspective on your disease and be on your way to feeling better inside and out. Podcast: IG: @autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: @rachelalbo Web: www.rachelalbo.com Erika Bustos: IG: @healing_arthritis_holistical...
Jan 13, 2021•54 min•Ep. 2
Learn a bit about who we are, how we met, and our diagnoses. We talk about why we started this podcast and jump right into some topics that are not frequently discussed in the autoimmune community. Sometimes, we feel like we are outsiders in this space but feel it’s important to use our voices to go against the norm and change the narrative. Join us as we kick off this brand new journey! Podcast: IG: @autoimmuneandyou Email: autoimmuneandyou@gmail.com Rachel Albo: IG: @rachelalbo Web: www.rachel...
Jan 01, 2021•44 min•Ep. 1
We are two young women with rheumatoid arthritis, coming together to share a powerful message with the autoimmune community. In this episode, we talk about how we met and why we started this podcast together. Being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease can feel scary and uncertain! There is so much information out there and it’s hard to know where to start. We have raw conversations and share our personal experiences about things that aren’t often talked about on social media. We are here to guid...
Dec 22, 2020•6 min
