Untwist Me: Faith, Healing & Emotional Freedom with Elena Huggins

What if faith could do more than just comfort you—it could actually liberate you from anxiety, trauma, and emotional pain? This week on the Natalie Tysdal Podcast, I’m joined by author and pastoral care leader Elena Huggins, whose life journey will inspire anyone struggling with mental or emotional health. Drawing from her work with trauma victims, her own path through PTSD, anxiety, and depression, and her deep-rooted faith, Elena shares practical and spiritual "life hacks" for true healing.

Elena’s raw and relatable story uncovers the power of combining therapy, neuroscience, and the supernatural element of faith. She reveals how inviting God into your darkest moments can be a game changer—not just for survival, but for genuine liberation. From recognizing harmful thought patterns to specific steps you can take today, this episode is packed with hope and actionable wisdom.

Chapters:

00:00 – Meet Elena Huggins

01:29 – Mind, body, and spirit connection

02:34 – Growing up with confusion about faith

06:28 – Facing trauma and marriage challenges

10:31 – Healing outside of God vs. seeking faith

13:31 – Steps toward healing and freedom 16:39 – Real-life examples of spiritual insight

20:12 – The role of busyness and distraction

24:48 – Honest self-reflection and facing trauma

28:53 – Creating your personal healing list

32:02 – Parenting, healthy environments & next steps

Guest Links/Resources: Elena’s Website and Book: https://elenahuggins.com
Book: “Untwist Me: Uncomplicated Life Hacks for Mental and Emotional Liberation” https://amzn.to/4pPy6H5

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Ever feel stuck in patterns you can’t shake—self-doubt, procrastination, perfectionism? In this episode, host Natalie Tysdal sits down with Shelly Lefkoe, co-founder of the Lefkoe Institute, to uncover how invisible beliefs shape your health, habits, and confidence. More importantly—Shelly shows how you can change them, permanently.

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• Where limiting beliefs come from—and why most people don’t realize they’re running the show
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• How beliefs like “I’m not good enough” or “I’m not important” quietly sabotage health and self-care
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• Why affirmations often fail (and what actually creates lasting change)
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• The link between beliefs, emotions, and everyday struggles like procrastination or people-pleasing
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• Simple steps to uncover your own hidden beliefs and dissolve them
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• Real-life transformations, including Dr. Mark Hyman, who used these tools to break free of old patterns
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Why listen: If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or unable to prioritize your well-being, it’s not about willpower—it’s about your beliefs. This conversation will help you spot what’s holding you back and take the next step toward a healthier, more confident life.

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• Shelly Lefkoe / Lefkoe Institute: lefkoeinstitute.com
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• Instagram: @shellylefkoe
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• Natalie Tysdal: natalietysdal.com | IG: @ntysdal | TikTok: @ntysdal | FB: Natalie Tysdal
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Disclaimer: Natalie Tysdal is a health journalist, not a licensed medical professional. The information in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Ever feel like your brain just can’t take one more thing? You’re not broken—you’re overstimulated.

In this solo episode, Natalie Tysdal breaks down why overwhelm has become the new normal, how digital overload is rewiring your nervous system, and the simple resets that help you reclaim calm and focus.

• • What “overstimulation” really means—and why it’s everywhere
  • How constant notifications and task-switching drain your brain
  • The silent ways your phone hijacks your focus
  • Key signs of overstimulation: irritability, brain fog, “tired but wired”
  • Why multitasking is a myth (and what actually works)
  • Practical resets: micro-breaks, Pomodoro, grounding, vagus nerve hacks
  • Step-by-step strategies for taking back control of your phone
  • Permission to unplug—especially for women carrying it all

If you’re exhausted by the always-on culture, this episode gives you language for what’s happening—and tools to change it. These resets aren’t about doing less; they’re about living with more focus, peace, and energy.

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