Welcome to the Phoenix Helix podcast dedicated to maximizing autoimmune health through the

paleo-autoimmune protocol and functional medicine. While there is no cure for autoimmune disease,

the choices we make every day can have a powerful impact on how we feel. I'm Eileen Laird, your host from

PhoenixHelix.com, and I reduced my rheumatoid arthritis pain by 95%, which took me from a life of

excruciating pain and disability back to a full and beautiful life. A short disclaimer, I'm neither a

doctor nor a nutritionist and the opinions expressed here are personal. Always consult with

your health care team before making

medical decisions. Now let's get on to the show. Welcome to Episode 186. Our topic today is how to ask for help. Human beings depend on each other. Sometimes we give help and sometimes we receive it, but many of us are much more comfortable in the giving role.

Autoimmune disease can turn the tables quickly. Suddenly we're in a position where we need help

more often. If we were the caregivers before, how do we navigate this change in identity? How do we

face fears that may arise? Of vulnerability, of feeling weak, of being seen as a burden,

of people saying no? If you took pride in your independence, do you feel shame if you need help?

There are gifts that come with learning to receive, a deeper intimacy in relationships,

a greater sense of self-compassion, a more expansive sense of identity, and a

stronger connection with humanity. But let's face it, that doesn't mean it's an easy

transformation to make. So my guest today is Kaleen Khan, a licensed therapist who specializes

in self-compassion. She helps people learn to be as kind to themselves as they are to others,

and she is the guide for this conversation today. I'm really happy she's joining us. Welcome to the podcast,

Kaeline. Hi, thank you for having me, Eileen. Before we delve into this conversation, though,

let's give a shout out to our podcast sponsor, Functional Nutrition

Alliance. Full Body Systems is their internationally acclaimed 10-month online functional

nutrition immersion training program. It's designed by world-renowned educator Andrea Nakayama.

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