How to Use Your Intuition to Manage Your Migraines with podcast guest

Diane Ducarme is the founder and CEO of Nectar Health, a company dedicated to adding years to the lives of those suffering from Migraine Disease. Diane’s journey is as impressive as it is diverse. With an MBA from Harvard Business School, a Master’s in Science Engineering Technology and Mathematics, and studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine in China, she brings a unique blend of expertise to the field of women’s health. Diane’s passion for making a difference and drive to understand the impact migraines have on individuals worldwide, led her to found Nectar Health.

In this episode, Diane and I do a deep dive into migraines and intuition. We talk about how intuition is a reliable guide, why many women feel disconnected from their intuition, the importance of trusting yourself when it comes to your migraines, how you can lean into your intuition to empower yourself and improve your health, and so much more. Enjoy the episode!

Episode Highlights

The role of women’s intuition in our health

Why we might doubt our intuition when it comes to migraine triggers and patterns

Living with the frustration and fear that comes with the constant threat of migraines

The difficulty of planning life around migraines and the importance of using intuition to regain control

Underlying factors that must be present for you to have migraines

Why migraines often start during puberty

How the pill can trigger migraines

The vicious cycle that causes so many of us to disconnect from our intuition

Diane’s experience with some clients who the Mirena IUD has negatively impacted

Learning to trust your intuition despite what it looks like on paper

The importance of intuition in understanding menstrual cycle-related issues

Postpartum challenges and the impact on migraines

Migraines in children and the connection to digestive issues and trauma

Stress and burnout as significant triggers for migraines

Using your intuition as a tool for self-confidence and decision-making

Diane’s unique process for helping people with migraines

A message for anyone struggling with migraines

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How to Use Your Intuition to Manage Your Migraines

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