Three days into January, and your resolutions are mocking you with that wired-tired crash? Snoozing five times, three coffees by 10am, napping in your car, brain fog rereading emails, sound familiar? As a 32-48-year-old high-achiever in marketing, healthcare, or corporate mid-level, I've lived the flop: Normalizing exhaustion, joint pain, bloating, guilt over takeout, snapping at loved ones, and fearing flares cost your career. This episode pierces "everyone's tired" scripts: tired isn't normal, it's common and gives four science-backed tools for real, sustainable shifts without quitting your job or toxic positivity. No bubbly vibes, just hopeful realism fitting your hustle culture.

✓ Tool 1: 8-Min Energy Anchor – Vagus stimulation (Huberman Lab at hubermanlab.com) with hum (like Aerosmith's "I Don't Want To Miss A Thing") and eye trace to calm nerves, dodge 2pm crashes, and cut brain fog.✓ Tool 2: Blood Sugar Balancer – Pair carbs with protein to stabilize energy, end shaky irritability, and reduce flares.✓ Tool 3: Resolution Reframe Script – Shift "push through" guilt to grace (Gabor Maté at drgabormate.com), like closing 47 tabs on 2% battery.✓ Tool 4: Desk Drawer Reset – 5-min doodles for cortisol regulation, turning snaps to steady focus.

That crash taught me we're adapting, not failing, let's flare-proof your year.

Grab the free Flare-Proof Fresh Start Toolkit (with these tools expanded + planner) here: Fresh Start and Flare Free in 2026

For 1:1 coaching, book at desireewerland.com/privatecoaching. Individuals — Desiree Werland

Corporates, email desiree@desireewerland.com for wellness or Employers — Desiree Werland#AutoimmuneWarrior #HashimotosHealing #ChronicFatigue #NervousSystemRegulation #WomenWithAutoimmune #NewYearAutoimmune #InvisibleIllness #ThyroidHealing #AutoimmuneAtWork #BurnoutPrevention

Dive into this inspiring episode of Stronger Than Autoimmune featuring Russell Carter, co-owner of Heartland Elderberry Farms in Northern Indiana. Russell shares his journey from corporate America to sustainable farming, growing six varieties of American elderberries for premium immune-supporting syrup, and managing over 450 beehives for raw honey. Explore natural remedies, beekeeping, regenerative practices, and how elderberries aid autoimmune health. Ideal for wellness seekers!

About the Guest:Russell Carter is the co-owner of Heartland Elderberry Farms, located in Northern Indiana. Alongside his wife, he has built a vertically integrated farming operation specializing in cultivating six varieties of American elderberries. These nutrient-rich berries are crafted into premium elderberry syrup designed to support immune health. After leaving a career in corporate America, Russell pursued his passion for niche farming, combining innovation with tradition to bring high-quality, natural wellness products to families. In addition to elderberries, he manages a thriving beekeeping operation with over 450 beehives, producing the raw honey that sweetens Heartland’s elderberry syrup. Dedicated to transparency, sustainability, and uncompromising quality, Russell’s work reflects his mission to provide authentic, farm-grown wellness from the heart of the Midwest. Visit their website: https://www.heartlandelderberryfarms.com/

Timestamps:0:00 - From Corporate to Farming: A New Beginning4:26 - The Buzz About Beekeeping: A Sweet Hobby6:51 - Elderberries: A Family Tradition and Health Secret8:55 - The Quality of Elderberry Syrup: A Game Changer11:07 - Personal Experience with Elderberry: A Natural Remedy13:02 - Crafting the Perfect Elderberry Syrup: Ingredients Matter15:17 - Daily Rituals: How to Use17:36 - Sustainable Farming Practices in a Changing Climate21:22 - The Future of Farming: Regenerative vs Organic25:25 - Quality Over Certification: The Heartland Approach27:25 - The Health Benefits of Elderberries29:22 - Podcast Outro

About the Host:Dez is the host of Stronger Than Autoimmune Podcast, an advocate for autoimmune disease awareness. She offers private coaching and corporate consulting services to support individuals with autoimmune conditions. Through her solo podcasts and programs, Dez helps people with autoimmune disease in the workforce continue to work and thrive both at home and at work.

To learn more about the host: Desiree Werland

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As we head into New Year's, if your resolutions are already fading into that wired-tired crash, hitting snooze five times, chugging three coffees by 10am, napping in your car at lunch, or doom-scrolling "normal TSH but still exhausted", you're not failing!

As a high-achieving professional like you, I've lived those flop years: Normalizing brain fog rereading emails three times, guilt over takeout, snapping at your partner, and fearing this invisible illness will steal your career and dignity.

This teaser episode pierces those "everyone's tired" scripts: tired isn't normal, it's common and validates your autoimmune signals without shame. No toxic positivity, just two science-backed tools for real, sustainable shifts without quitting your job.

✓ Tool 1: 5-Min Vagus Nerve Anchor – Calm inflammation with a quick inhale-hold-exhale hum (like Aerosmith's "I Don't Want To Miss A Thing") and eye trace to dodge 2pm crashes and shaky irritability.✓ Tool 2: Symptom Reframe Script – Turn "I'm weak" guilt into empowering data, spotting triggers like stress to reduce flares.

Pushing through until you can't? I've been there! Let's make 2026 your breakthrough. For the full flare-proof episodes dropping soon, subscribe now.

Grab my free Flare-Proof Fresh Start Toolkit at desireewerland.com/newsletter. Ready for 1:1 coaching?

Book at Individuals — Desiree Werland

Corporates, email desiree@desireewerland.com for wellness to retain top talent or learn more here: Employers — Desiree Werland

#AutoimmuneWarrior #HashimotosHealing #NewYearAutoimmune #ChronicFatigue #NervousSystemRegulation #WomenWithAutoimmune #InvisibleIllness #ThyroidHealing #AutoimmuneAtWork #BurnoutPrevention

✓ Tool 1: 5-Min Vagus Nerve Anchor – Calm inflammation with a quick hum and eye trace (Huberman Lab-backed) to dodge 2pm crashes and shaky irritability.✓ Tool 2: Symptom Reframe Script – Turn "I'm weak" guilt into empowering data (inspired by Dr. Mark Hyman), spotting triggers like stress to prevent flares.

I've been there—pushing through until I couldn't. Let's make 2026 your turning point. Ready for 1:1 guidance? Visit desireewerland.com/privatecoaching. For corporate support to retain top talent, email desiree@desireewerland.com.

#AutoimmuneWarrior #HashimotosHealing #NewYearAutoimmune #ChronicFatigue #NervousSystemRegulation #WomenWithAutoimmune #InvisibleIllness #ThyroidHealing #AutoimmuneAtWork #BurnoutPrevention