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Listening to Your Inner Voice: Lessons from Laura Bowden's Journey | Wisdom Wednesday

Listening to Your Inner Voice: Lessons from Laura Bowden's Journey | Wisdom Wednesday

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 Join host Nyomi Banks on this deeply moving Wisdom Wednesday episode of The Season of Self Love Podcast as she welcomes patient advocate Laura Bowden, whose 33-year journey with breast implant illness has transformed her into a beacon of hope for countless women. This powerful conversation explores the crucial skill of listening to and trusting your inner voice, especially when making major health decisions.

What You'll Discover: • Laura's groundbreaking story from 1991 - before social media existed - and how she recognized BII symptoms • The spiritual connection that led Nyomi to find Laura's message and choose Dr. Sud • How to distinguish between your body's wisdom and external medical dismissal • The importance of forgiving yourself for past health decisions • Why trusting your inner knowing is essential for healing Laura Bowden's Incredible Journey:
  • Got implants at 26, became severely ill within 4 months
  • Experienced chronic fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, and dry eyes
  • Spent 2 years seeing doctors who dismissed her symptoms as anxiety
  • Had a divine moment watching Jenny Jones show that confirmed her suspicions
  • Found validation through a support group phone number that "saved her life"
  • Experienced dramatic improvement within 24 hours of proper explant surgery
Key Topics Covered:
  • The corruption and greed behind the implant industry
  • Why saline implants can be just as toxic as silicone
  • The importance of complete capsule removal during explant surgery
  • How "gummy bear" implants are causing illness faster than ever
  • The connection between breast cancer survivors and BII
Barriers to Trusting Your Inner Voice:
  • Insecurities about appearance and attractiveness
  • Fear of partner rejection or dating challenges
  • Medical gaslighting and dismissive healthcare providers
  • The "what if" fears that keep women stuck
  • Societal pressure to maintain artificial enhancement
Practical Guidance for Explant Preparation:
  • Mentally: Stay in surgeon-specific support groups, surround yourself with positivity
  • Physically: Lymphatic massages, proper elimination, avoid saunas with implants
  • Emotionally: Forgive yourself, turn off negativity, listen to uplifting content
Powerful Insights:
  • "Fear is a liar" - Laura's advice for overcoming decision paralysis
  • The importance of having supportive partners during health journeys
  • How to identify healthcare providers who truly listen and believe you
  • Why women need to educate the medical community about their experiences
Shocking Statistics:
  • Over 200,000 sick women in one support group alone
  • 250+ BII support groups worldwide
  • No studies proving implant safety, hundreds showing harm
  • 40+ toxic chemicals in implants affecting vital organs
Resources Mentioned:
  • "Explant" documentary on Paramount Plus featuring Michelle Visage
  • Dr. Sud's practice for proper explant surgery
  • BII support groups for validation and guidance
  • Laura's 24/7 availability for women seeking help
Episode Highlights:
  • The spiritual synchronicity of Nyomi finding Laura's message while seeking music
  • Laura's 33-year mission that began with a promise to hospitalized women
  • The housing of an Australian patient traveling for surgery
  • How the Oprah show helped validate BII in the 1990s
Perfect for women experiencing unexplained health issues, those considering explant surgery, anyone struggling to trust their intuition about their body, and advocates for informed medical consent. This episode provides both validation and practical guidance for reclaiming your health authority.

Free Resource: Download the Year of ReBirth Workbook at theseasonofselflovepodcast.com

Contact: Laura Bowden is available 24/7 for women seeking guidance and support

Coming Up: More transformation preparation content as Nyomi approaches her explant surgery Hashtags: #WisdomWednesday #BreastImplantIllness #TrustYourInnerVoice #ExplantJourney #PatientAdvocate #LauraBowden #BodyWisdom #MedicalAdvocacy #WomensHealth #PreparingForTransformation #Rebirth2025 #InnerKnowing #HealthDecisions .

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