62. You’re Doing Everything Right—But Your Nervous System Isn’t On Board

What if the first step in healing isn’t a new supplement or test—but learning how to feel safe in your own body? In this episode, I’m guiding you through the foundational (yet often overlooked) first step in any healing journey: regulating your nervous system. We explore why your body can’t heal when it’s stuck in fight-or-flight, how to recognize the subtle signs of chronic stress, and the ancient rituals that help us come back home to ourselves—starting with the breath. I also share the deeply personal story of how my own health unraveled in my 20s—despite doing “everything right”—and how it took walking away from the noise of modern wellness to remember what healing truly feels like. This episode is an invitation to soften. To get curious. To stop chasing protocols and start listening to your inner wisdom. We’ll walk through breathwork, circadian rhythms, and the power of building your own sanctuary for rest—because you deserve to feel good again. If your symptoms feel confusing, your stress feels constant, or you just need a moment of grounding... this is for you. We Also Discuss: (00:00) Welcome to Rooted Reboot: Your Safe Space to Begin Again (05:16) The Wake-Up Call: How My Heart Led Me Back to Ancient Wisdom (18:18) Your Breath Is Your Superpower: 4-7-8 for Calm & Clarity (27:04) The Wellness Trap: Why Information Overload Keeps Us Sick (38:14) Shift Your State, Change Your Life (44:28) Syncing with the Sun: Healing Through Rhythm (53:05) Build Your Own Ashram: Sanctuary Starts at Home (01:13:58) Visualize, Feel, Heal: A Journey Back to You Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona’s 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Thank you for Our Sponsors: 12 tips: Small shifts, big energy—feel clearer, brighter, and more like you. Download my 12 wellness tips with Dr. Mark Hyman: monasharma.com/12tips Stress Quiz: The way you react to stress isn’t random—it’s rooted in your biology and lived experience. Discover your unique stress type + get a personalized healing plan to help you feel more calm, clear, and resilient. Take the quiz now:monasharma.com/quiz