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The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health™️

Amy Behimer, PharmD, NBC-HWCthehabithubpodcast.amybehimercoaching.com

A podcast to help you shift from managing autoimmune disease to creating autoimmune health using the power of everyday habits.


The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is for anyone wanting to create autoimmune health using the small but mighty power of everyday habits.  You can expect to gain Information, Inspiration, and Insight on research-backed habits shown to help you gain energy, improve your body’s function, and take control of your future.  


Each episode covers one habit proven to promote healing, from the cell up.  You’ll learn WHAT the habit is, the science behind WHY you may try it, and you’ll leave with a clear next step on HOW to habit using strategies that work.  After the learning comes the doing, the secret sauce for change.  Learning + Action = Change.


Hosted by Amy Behimer, a doctor of pharmacy, nationally board certified health and wellness coach, and certified life coach trained in functional medicine and The Wahls Protocol.  She lives with multiple sclerosis, walking the talk alongside you every step of the way.  Using her education, training, and first hand experience with autoimmune disease, you can count on a curated menu of habits proven to help your mind and body function better so you can feel your best.

So what is The Habit Hub?  It's a framework that describes the 6 key areas of lifestyle medicine most worthy of your habit mastering efforts.


The key areas (spokes) of The Habit Hub include (1) Mindset,  (2) Food as Medicine, (3) Movement as Medicine, (4) Rest and Relaxation, (5) Connection, and (6) The “Good Stress.”


You'll hear about habits recommended by health and wellness experts, other autoimmune warriors, and the tried and true of Amy and the clients she is fortunate enough to help.  No habit is too small, as they are truly the short term goals to help you reach your long term dreams.  With a desire to share enough habits to fill multiple lifetimes, take what works for you and leave the rest.  Choose your own (habit-filled) adventure.  No matter what your diagnosis or starting place, there’s something here for you.  You’re in the right place.


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Episodes

Habit 98: Befriend Regret

Send us a text Regret isn’t something we usually invite in—but what if it could be one of your most powerful teachers? In this episode, I share how to use the emotion of regret to your advantage in creating a healthier, more habit-aligned life with autoimmune disease. I share a life-changing client insight you may want to borrow and you'll hear why befriending regret can fuel momentum—and how it can become your friend moving forward. Key Takeaways: The four types of regret (and why foundational ...

Jul 22, 202513 min

Habit 97: Use Journaling To Up Your Health Game with Jennifer Faherty

Send us a text If you’ve ever picked up a journal and thought, “Is this really going to help?”—this episode is for you. I’m joined by Jennifer Faherty, founder of PsychPaper and creator of the Positive Psychology Planner, to explore how journaling isn’t just a creative outlet—it’s a science-backed strategy that rewires the brain, regulates emotions, and helps us move from knowing to doing. Whether you’ve been writing for years or never journaled a day in your life, this conversation is packed wi...

Jul 15, 202540 min

Real Coaching: "Do I Belong Here?"

Send us a text If you’ve ever wondered whether you really belong—in a group, in a space, in your own body—this episode is for you. I’m sharing a real coaching session with my client, Sara, who brought this vulnerable question to me as her coach. Together, we unpack the deeper belief behind it, explore where it might be coming from, and build a real-world strategy she can use to feel more grounded and connected—inside and out. It’s a powerful peek into the kind of work we do inside the CLUB—and t...

Jul 08, 202534 min

Habit 96: Make Friends With Your Feelings with Danelle Gallo

Send us a text Sometimes it’s easier to track your food than to name your feelings. But what if tuning into your emotions held the key to more energy, consistency, and even health progress with autoimmune disease? In this episode, I’m joined by somatic coach and former nurse Danelle Gal (aka Nurse Nell) for a conversation that brings warmth, wisdom, and practical strategies to the emotional side of habit change. Together, we unpack how emotions live in the body, why it’s worth learning to feel t...

Jul 01, 202542 min

Christmas in July

Send us a text Next step to get your gifts at www.amybehimercoaching.com/join Join the CLUB before July 1 for access to: 1. 2 months of 1-on-1 support from me at no extra cost 2. A snail mail surprise from me to you 3. Decide once for an entire year of access to the CLUB's support trifecta: LIVE coaching, currated curriculum, and unmatched community, all designed to make your dreams of feeling and function at your best with autoimmune disease inevitable. Take the free quiz to discover YOUR #1 Ha...

Jun 26, 20258 min

Habit 95: Never Suppress An Urge To Do This

Send us a text When you feel the nudge to do something to take care of yourself—do you act on it, or let it pass on by? In this episode, I explore the idea that not all urges are distractions…some are invitations from your future self. Inspired by a phrase my dad lived by and a powerful coaching concept I use inside the CLUB, this episode will help you flip the script on what urges really mean and how to respond in a way that builds your best life. And if you're catching this live— today’s the d...

Jun 24, 202515 min

You're Invited to 'Make THE Shift'

Send us a text Sign-up for Make THE SHIFT here! Then all that's left is to Show up to Shift up . Take the free quiz to discover YOUR #1 Habit for Autoimmune Health Want to take what you learn here and apply it? Join the CLUB. Podcast Website Sign-Up for my Daily Dose of Habits for Autoimmune Health. Follow me on Instagram: @amybehimercoaching Please be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you are feeling extra generous, rate the show and leave a review to help other find us. The Ha...

Jun 22, 20258 min

Habit 94: Show Up For What Matters Most

Send us a text If you’ve ever struggled to follow through on what matters—especially when everything feels important—this episode is for you. I'm talking about the habit of showing up for what matters most , and how critical is for us, especially with autoimmune disease. Whether you're navigating fatigue, brain fog, or just too many competing demands, learning to show up—consistently and intentionally—creates a powerful ripple effect. You’ll hear a story from my own life that reminded me why thi...

Jun 17, 202515 min

Real Coaching: Why writing things down really works

Send us a text In this behind-the-scenes episode, you’ll hear a real coaching moment where a forgotten email becomes the spark for life-changing habit change. I'm not exaggerating. Through laughter, reflection, and a few well-timed nudges, I'll show you how as a coach, there's a method to my "you gotta get it out of your head and document certain key things along your health ride" madness. It's a strategy from my abc Habit Playbook that I call From Mind to Matter and it works because documenting...

Jun 10, 202515 min

Try This At Home: What Can I Control?

Send us a text This week, I'm trying something new—and it’s more than just a good listen. In this first-ever “Try This at Home” episode, I walk you through a simple but transformative exercise pulled straight from my CLUB Library. It’s designed to shift your mindset just a tiny bit at a time. If you’ve ever felt like your health is out of your control, this one’s for you. Key Takeaways: Why feeling out of control is normal—and what to do about it The science-backed link between control and infla...

Jun 03, 202516 min

Bonus: Effective Habits to Reduce Inflammation and Boost Energy with Amy Behimer

Send us a text If you're living with an autoimmune condition or managing chronic inflammation, building sustainable habits can feel overwhelming. But what if you could feel better by doing less, not more? This week on the show, I'm sharing an episode of The Body Nerd Show where I got to be the one answering questions for a change. I share a big about my story, diagnosed with MS in 2012. I talk about my approach to health and wellness and living a good life with my diagnosis, and how I blend my p...

May 27, 202545 min

Habit 93: Move Smarter, Not Harder with Alexandra Ellis

Send us a text You don’t have to push harder to feel better. In this conversation with movement educator and self-proclaimed Body Nerd Alex Ellis, we explore how rethinking movement can relieve pain, support autoimmune health, and make strength training actually doable—even when you're dealing with fatigue, hypermobility, or injuries. From therapy balls to lazy-boy squats, we cover simple, science-backed ways to move your body differently—and feel better doing it. What you’ll hear in this episod...

May 20, 202542 min

Habit 92: Age Well with Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum

Send us a text What if the second half of life is when your energy starts to pick up? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum—psychologist, fellow positive psychology lover, and founder of the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy—who started her biggest passion project at age 65 and is still going strong at 75. We talk about what it really means to age well, why coaching is the missing link in our healthcare system, and how to take charge of your health—at any age—with joy, purpose,...

May 13, 202547 min

Habit 91: Keep Just The Essence

Send us a text When a habit feels hard to break, it might be because you’re trying to give up more than you need to. In this episode, I teach a powerful strategy that lets you honor what you actually love about a habit—without keeping the parts that no longer serve your health goals. You’ll hear examples from my life and my clients, and walk away with a fresh, flexible mindset that helps you make lasting change feel easier. Key Takeaways: The part of a habit you think you have to give up might n...

May 06, 202515 min

Habit 90: Drop the 'Shoulds' with Ayurvedic Coach Carly Banks

Send us a text What if the path to feeling better wasn’t about learning more—but remembering what you already know? In this conversation with Ayurvedic practitioner Carly Banks, we explore how ancient wisdom meets modern health in simple, doable ways. You'll hear how to make Ayurveda incredibly approachable, how your energy might be tied to your dosha, and how tiny “pocket practices” can shift everything—even if you never take a supplement or memorize your mind-body type. This episode is a permi...

Apr 29, 202554 min

Real Coaching: "But I don't want to get out of bed!"

Send us a text We’re back with another live coaching session. Why listen to me talk about how coaching works and listen in on a real example instead. Thank you to my client and CLUB-er Hannah for her willingness to ask for coaching to work through a very real challenge: struggling to get out of bed in the morning—despite knowing how it impacts her day. We unpack the modern sleep dilemma, revisit the lost art of "second sleep," and explore how deeply our mindset, environment, and seemingly small ...

Apr 22, 202518 min

Habit 89: Conquer Your Clutter with Kate Evans

Send us a text When it comes to autoimmune health, there are some sneaky energy drains you might not expect—and clutter is absolutely one of them. In this episode, I’m joined by psychologist and decluttering coach Kate Evans, and we unpack how the piles in your home might just be piling onto your fatigue, brain fog, and even your mental load. We explore why clutter feels so heavy, how it drains your energy daily, and—most importantly—what small, doable actions you can take today to lighten both ...

Apr 15, 202546 min

Habit 88: Brag A Bit

Send us a text If you’ve ever hesitated to share your wins because it felt like bragging, this episode is for you. I’m sharing real wins from real people inside the CLUB and making a case for why talking about your accomplishments—yes, even the small ones—is an essential habit for autoimmune health. This short and sweet episode will help you rethink how you answer the question “How are you?” and give you permission to show off a little… in the healthiest way possible. Key Takeaways: Why bragging...

Apr 08, 202510 min

Real Coaching: What to do when rest doesn't feel restful

Send us a text Stress is both a cause and an effect of autoimmune disease, which means breaking the cycle is key to feeling and functioning better. In today’s “Real Coaching” episode, we dive into how to identify whether your current "rest" habits are actually serving you and how to intentionally shift toward habits that truly restore. Through real-time coaching with my brave and generous client Sylvia, we break down the process of habit change—clarifying what you want, why it matters, and how t...

Apr 01, 202515 min

Habit 87: Know Your Worth with Ardra Shephard

Send us a text Ardra Shephard joins me for an honest, insightful, and refreshingly real conversation about living with a big diagnosis, the power of words, and what it means to adapt. From the unexpected challenges of socks and bidets to redefining health and self-worth, Ardra shares her journey with humor, wisdom, and zero tolerance for toxic positivity. We also dive into the evolving language around disability, why words matter, and how shifting our perspective can help us navigate uncertainty...

Mar 25, 202552 min

Habit 86: Let's Talk About Sex(ual Health) with Dr. Susie Gronski

Send us a text Sexual health is full of misconceptions to debunk—it’s about connection, pleasure, and building self-confidence. In today's habit, I get to chat with Dr. Susie Gronski, a pelvic health expert, to bust the most common myths about sexual health. We tackle everything from the importance of communication to redefining what sex really means, how to navigate the curve balls that autoimmunity can bring, and why making intimacy a habit is not unsexy—it’s actually a game-changer. If you’ve...

Mar 18, 202553 min

Habit 85: Indulge In A "Non-Taste Treat"

Send us a text We often associate treats with food, but what if we expanded our definition? In this episode, I introduce the habit of indulging in non-taste treats—pleasures that tap into our other senses and can reinforce healthy habits without undermining our goals. Whether it's the sight of a sunset, the feel of warm water on your hands, or the sound of your favorite song, these small but meaningful joys can help us build habits that stick. Plus, I’m sharing my personal list of non-taste trea...

Mar 11, 202515 min

Habit 84: Express Creativity to Thrive with Lindsey Holcomb

Send us a text Creativity isn’t just for artists—it’s for everyone, including you. Today, I’m talking with Lindsey Holcomb, an artist and advocate who has used creativity as a way to process her autoimmune diagnosis. We’re getting into what creativity really is, how it shows up in everyday life, and why it’s worth making a habit. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not a creative person,” or if you’re just looking for a different way to approach challenges, this conversation will give you something to ...

Mar 04, 202544 min

Habit 83: Get A Daily Dose of This

Send us a text Welcome to Habit 83…one that quite possibly is responsible for all the good things in my health. I am talking about the power of taking a daily dose of autoimmune health . Listen in to find out what autoimmune health even means, plus I’ll redefine what it can look like for us with a diagnosis—moving beyond just the absence of symptoms to a life filled with intentionally making space for what matters most. Whether you’re a longtime listener or new to my world, get ready for actiona...

Feb 25, 202517 min

Bonus: How to Handle the Uncertainty of "Is this my autoimmune disease or something else?"

Send us a text Join me for a bonus episode where I’m in the interviewee seat once again, answering all sorts of questions about being a woman with a diagnosis. Dawn Morgan and I are diving into the uncertainty that so often comes with managing health with multiple diagnoses and an ever changing body. Whether it’s symptoms that overlap, unexpected challenges, or just not knowing exactly what’s going on in our bodies, I’ve learned that certainty isn’t always possible—but that doesn’t mean we’re po...

Feb 18, 202547 min

Habit 82: Do It Once A Year

Send us a text Ever feel like habits have to be daily or weekly to matter? Not true! In this episode, I’m talking about how making something an annual tradition can be just as powerful when using habits the way we do…to feel and function at our best…for a lifetime. I’ll share real-life examples and how to make once-a-year habits work for your health and happiness. Key Takeaways Habits don’t need to be daily to count—annual habits can create a big impact with less overwhelm. Adding meaning to ann...

Feb 11, 202514 min

Habit 81: Meet Wonderful People with Damian Washington

Send us a text You are in for a treat—you’re about to meet a wonderful human, Damian Washington… if you haven’t already had the pleasure! He’s going to introduce himself when we get started, but I want to highlight the inspiration behind this episode’s title. It comes from Damian himself, who introduces his series with, “MS is a terrible way to meet wonderful people.” I couldn’t agree more. When I think about finding the light in heavy situations, the people brought into my life because of it co...

Feb 04, 202551 min

Habit 80: Organize Your Photos To Spark Joy

Send us a text Today I'm sharing an annual habit that's as joyful as it is meaningful—turning your digital photos into a physical yearbook that sparks gratitude, connection, and reflection. Turn that desire to do something with that ever growing album of life's precious moments into a decision that helps you create and celebrate your (autoimmune) healthy life. Plus, hear how this can lift up every single spoke of The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health. Key Takeaways: From Digital to Physical : Turn...

Jan 28, 202517 min

Habit 79: Strengthen Bowel Function with Dr. Jessica Lupi

Send us a text In this follow-up to Habit 54: Strengthen Bladder Function , Dr. Jessica Lupi returns to round our pelvic floor health to discuss all things bowels, from chronic constipation to the mechanics of pooping with ease. With humor, expertise, and a few surprising tips, we explore how habits and routines can transform your bowel function. Whether you're managing an autoimmune diagnosis or are just someone who poops, this episode is for you. Key Takeaways Bowel Basics : Learn how the pelv...

Jan 21, 202543 min

Habit 78: Practice To Make Permanent

Send us a text Think changing habits for good takes perfection? Think again. This episode is your guide to a better approach. Tune in as I share a journaling insight that will help you shift from passively hoping for change to actively practicing the skills that create it. Key Takeaways Research shows that most people quit their goals because they lack a clear plan and the skill of habit change. Habit change is a skill —and learning it makes other goals (like eating healthier or exercising) inev...

Jan 14, 202510 min
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