A Single Mom's Guide to Navigating Long Covid

[@RaelanAgle]

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[@samuelraschella5764]

I do recommend!

[@Amccm4qu]

Thank you for these videos! I’m about 80% recovered and it was such blessing to find these 3 years ago when I was at my worst

[@breezylyn2168]

Did you ever get reinfected after your long covid ? Did it make it worse ?

[@Aaaaaalex09]

Did you have leg weakness??

[@PeaceIsYeshua]

@@Aaaaaalex09 Leg weakness is a big symptom with long Covid! One of my friends with long Covid (from the virus, as she never got the jab), was always talking about how weak her legs were. She is finally doing almost back to normal now, and it was an EDTA IV that helped her so much.

[@sbibie89]

Thank you for all the work that you do, Raelan. You’ve helped me so much in my recovery ❤️

[@RaelanAgle]

I'm so glad, Sbibie! ❤️❤️❤️

[@michelefrench4090]

Wow this is my story, explaining how you woke up and the whole body is effected with anxiety, thank you for this story.

[@marshawerner139]

Thank you for sharing your story!! I walked a very similar road as you and am on the other side of it now. The shift for me also was being kind to yourself and allowing that rest (guilt free). I stopped trying to fix it and let it be. That was harder to do when you are in those bad moments, but having good support helps tremendously. Keep believing in the process, because you are healing. These videos are so helpful! 💗

[@nahidtahira9900]

Literally crying watching this story, this is exactly my story.

[@MrKelso85]

You can recover great video! You’re not alone I’m an ex athlete who was doing boom bust cycles for 18 months then past 18 months watching these vids - nervous system work and some other things and I’m finally starting to work and exercise albeit small amounts but il take it!

[@princessdee01]

What kind of nervous system practices have you adopted in your process?

[@Aaaaaalex09]

Awesome!! Did you have weak legs 24/7??

[@KarenKnutson-mz6gr]

So did you just notice your energy coming back slowly? How did you stop the boom and bust?

[@PeaceIsYeshua]

@MrKelso, can you share what nervous system program you used? So glad you’re better! 🎉

[@MrKelso85]

@@princessdee01 yoga Nidra with Ally, whenever you feel even a little fatigue / brain fog - stress exposure in the smallest tolerable quantities - deep trauma release breathwork with Sandy - daily breathwork too - 3 x 20 minute meditation and journalling - get to a warm climate if you’re not in one / have a holiday - these things reset nervous system - socialise where you can within reason and hug / love if you can - it’s the classics but over time plus get your GUT tested make sure nothing obvious

[@alyssakellhofer224]

Thank you so much for sharing your story, especially being in the middle of it. You've helped me so much. ❤

[@beatinglongcovid]

As a parent as well with two very new little ones, I really loved the message and advice at the end!

[@Mmkocean]

Thank you for sharing your story. You are amazing! I have a six year old and it is very challenging, but I know we will all get there. I feel grateful that we can teach our kids a healthier lifestyle of love, compassion, and acceptance. That is one of my biggest lessons from this journey. ❤

[@spruceysarah]

Thanks so much for sharing, Karen! I had to laugh when you said your body talks a lot -- one thing I have learned about my body in this process is that she's even more stubborn than I am. Who would have thought it possible? So glad you're finding tools that work for you and I wish you the absolute best in your recovery and beyond!

[@germanside7890]

Cheers for the interview! We will get there, believe, trust, have faith that everything is going to be alright! Im trying to be friends with my symptoms, that they are here to serve my growth.

[@nolamayer4101]

Once I accepted my situation I was able to set boundaries and say the “ No “ word when I needed too. I know your on the right track Karen and from all you have had to deal with and how you have responded is a great example to your little girl. Wishing you both alll the best 🥰

[@Wds__99]

This lady is incredibly strong. I know exactly what she went through and to do it as a single mom must have tough as hell. She might be downplaying the struggle too. It’s no joke. Good to see her on her way back. I’m sure she’ll be 101% soon.

[@nicolademosthenous1345]

This is the most refreshing and inspiring video on recovery I have watched. Thank you ❤

[@imunchienandalusia]

Karen you are beautiful. You made me tear up when you said you hope this long covid research can help people who have been battling CFS for years. Actually the head of the Long Covid wing of a hospital where i live was the one who diagnosed me with CFS. I'm sorry you are having to battle this awful stuff and wish you healing.

[@hemmamistry6563]

This is my favourite interview so far ❤ thank you so much to Karen for your bravery, honesty and realness. I can relate to your story so much and you've given me hope on a challenging day. Thankyou Raelan for these amazing hope giving interviews ❤

[@ukfirehorse]

So glad I saw this. Her experience and how she’s wired is exactly me. I am much older.. but was working as a firefighter lieutenant for 21 years when I got sick.. so on the go with 24/48 hr shifts, super fit and healthy lifestyle. Hit me really hard.. starting year 3. The money spent on supplements is ridiculous. Haven’t tried the cold shower yet.. it would be full body painful.. and can’t tolerate much more of being uncomfortable in my own skin for two years

[@revelation12_1]

Do you do any work for PTSD or nervous system? This is important for people in your profession who often develop PTSD.

[@traceypoelsma7830]

Start with contrast showers first I.e 3 mins hot shower then 1 minute cold x3, that's the easiest way to progress to cold showers

[@JacquiQ]

SO good !! Karen is doing all the right things and keeping it simple. Very Inspiring. TY ladies

[@jog5289]

Wow! What a journey, Karen! Well done on your improvements to date. I can relate to the driving when so fatigued. I haven't driven for 2 years because of it, I just don't trust myself. My youngest child was 6 when I got sick. It's amazing how you're managing as a single Mum. My Functional and Intergrative MD doesn't want to give me a label either. She said it can be dangerous when you go into hospital with another health issue, already having a CFS diagnosis, the hospital staff can just be put everything down to CFS and you may not get the treatment you need. Having an identity crisis is so relatable too. I really appreciate you sharing your story. All the best to you. Thanks Raelan! 💛🧡💜

[@rsalbatros]

Thanks God my wife got this with 2 kids most of the time. I'm gonna learn a lot, though! Thank you Raelan! ❤

[@jertho8482]

What a lovely honest lady, with great advice, thank you both so much ❤

[@aileenscott4277]

Thank you Karen for sharing your story, I hope that u make a full recovery in the coming weeks and months. I can relate to alot of what you said. Definitely with u on the money spent of supplements! Thank you Raelan for finding another great interviewee!❤

[@shainalowery964]

Such a great interview! Thanks so much Karen for sharing your story❤

[@SteveDenver09]

Just here for the 🧠🐸 😁 Recovery with kids is no joke. Keep moving forward!

[@TheEarthSpinsRound]

Such a strong women, thank you for sharing!

[@andreabengtzen643]

This is such a great video, thank you to Karen for your story! Resonates with me ❤ I too have spent so much money on everything under the sun trying to find something that helps. The thing is, I’d still spend anything to get better!!😂 It’s so hard to know! God bless you and your daughter. My youngest child doesn’t remember a time when I wasn’t sick, and it’s sad to me. I like your advice to just let all of the guilt go and accept the new you. I’m still trying.❤❤

[@isemaelielafrance7365]

Thank you Raelen your channel give me hope

[@Angela-io2ks]

I recovered from Long Covid by taking a 1/4 tsp of Celtic salt 3x/day along with plenty of water, methylated B vitamins, plenty of B12, vitamin C, a very good multi vitamin and Glutathione 3x/day. Seriphos greatly helped with the overwhelming anxiety. I took 2-3 capsules of Seriphos anytime I was anxious and it also helped me to sleep. Low histamine diet to decrease inflammation was crucial for my recovery. If you have Long Covid, stay positive. Recovery is possible!! 😊

[@slee7991]

Are you still on a low histamine diet

[@Angela-io2ks]

@@slee7991 Yes, I've tried at times to return to a more regular diet plan, but my body still requires a low histamine and low inflammatory diet.

[@slee7991]

@@Angela-io2ks so you don't take all the supplements anymore just the diet then is the only thing?

[@Angela-io2ks]

@@slee7991 I'm still taking most of the supplements. I learned through the Long Covid ordeal that I have the MTHFR genetic mutation, so the B vitamins and B12 will be necessary for the rest of my life. Glutathione and vitamin C are great antioxidants. I have cut back on the dosage to 1-2 per day. I'm no longer having symptoms of POTS, so I don't take the salt. I continue to take Seriphos as needed. It's especially helpful for sleep. I'm 53 years old and it's looking like I'll need to continue with some supplements for optimum health.

[@LindaDeMambro]

Wow, wow, WOW. Karen, Thank you for giving me hope. I have been ‘herx-ing’ from almost every supplement and medication I put in my body. Have spent more money on supplements in the past 3.5 years than I’ve ever spent on myself. Lost my job in 2021 but will try anything to get well. It just listened to you tell my story. I do not have a child but I do have an 86 year old Dad with Alzheimer’s and the guilt that we put on ourselves… And the doctors that keep telling us to power through and exercise when we can barely shower and feed ourselves. You made me feel like I can let go of some guilt, focus on myself a little and grab a trash bag for my cabinet full of useless supplements. Please tell me the link for the free brain training as I can not afford the classes which I’m sure are worth every penny! Much ❤ to you ladies for this video and all the others and to all of you out there struggling! This too shall pass. 🙏

[@zeusthegreek4664]

Great video. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@beatinglongcovid]

Brain on fire!! This was exactly what I had!! Make sure you read the book brain on fire, such a good story of recovery. 🙏🏻

[@AnrupB]

Karen, can you share if the mold was visible or behind the walls that you couldn’t see? Btw I am looking to make some new friends as I’m in a similar place as you with my recovery and also keep brain training mostly simple (minus some things I discussed with my therapist). Bonus if you’d like a recovery buddy. :) You have a lovely presence and mindset. Either way, keep it up! We are recovering! ❤ (I am doing Ayurvedic treatments and the lifestyle and dietary changes have been profoundly helpful. I hear so much of myself in you).

[@sandi6818]

I’m a single mom of two boys ages 13 and 10. Divorced 9 yrs. I was diagnosed with this and it’s been a challenge I had to work for myself and change my life in so many ways. I’m worried my oldest son might have this too. Mine was triggered from epstein barr virus. His from Covid.

[@briechilli4496]

I agree about the supplements, i couldn’t take them either but now i start to take a few here and there to trial and not feel like i threw so many thousands away. I am using my feelings/intuition as to which to take.

[@MyZABOZA]

Thanks a lot

[@dorsetbigcat]

I really relate to this one

[@katrinaannaplavniece7890]

Has anyone has done the electroencephalogram ti scan brain activities with poor results before recovery?

[@NovemberRain11]

Thank you, Karen for sharing your story. A lot of it was like hearing myself talk. Although my many symptoms are from C19 vaccine injury and not LC, there are so so many similarities. One of the things that helped / helps me with the anxiety, depression and insomnia is a podcast I found: "Calming Anxiety Martin Hewlett Hypnotherapy". Meditation, sleep and avoiding stress (if possible) does help. It took me awhile to fully acknowledge and grasp that mindset is important also. Sending good vibes to you.

[@Eliokd]

Is long covid "simply" a hyperstimulated nervous system, or is there something else going on?

[@karmenashikian2479]

How is your mcas? Can you eat more foods now? What helped with mcas?

[@KarenKnutson-mz6gr]

Yes I can!

[@hendrikschindler]

Mindbody Prescription by Dr. Sarno. Does anyone know if there is a German translation? I really wanna read the book but my English is not that good . I am suffering with Long Covid since 2022. I’m making a lot of progress since the last month would be great if someone knows about the translation.

[@breezylyn2168]

Im from that area in minnesota and having the same exact thing . . Can we connect some how ?

[@breezylyn2168]

How are people with long covid handling reinfection ?

[@ccc2784]

I live by Watertown and have long Covid fatigue too. What a coincidence

[@ylvaeriksson4042]

Tack!

[@RaelanAgle]

Much appreciated, Ylva! ❤️❤️❤️

[@LoobyLoo71]

Fabulous can relate to all of it. And Raelan I hope you’re ok you sound a bit Husky!

[@illuminatedsoles331]

I also suffer from Bain frog

[@KarenKnutson-mz6gr]

Hello I forgot to mention another really big help in my healing!!! I see a guy for Riki treatment he is fantastic. His name is Bobby Sullivan in Hopkins mn if anyone is interested.

[@alyssakellhofer224]

What kind of dr did you say diagnosed with your heartbeat?

[@revelation12_1]

Ayurvedic

[@barnbrac2452]

What medication did you CT off?

[@barnbrac2452]

Can’t help thinking this is benzo withdrawal?

[@alexandrecouture2462]

Very interesting interview. But now, I'm always asking myself: Is this a wig or not? :)

[@RaelanAgle]

Hahaha!

[@brendabrenner2891]

75 million dying of chronic disease+ ur biggest concern is wigs😢😢😢

[@alexandrecouture2462]

@@brendabrenner2891 I see you, I hear you, I feel that you are in pain. I was too. It's been 2 years that I've been working on my recovery with what I learn and apply by listening to this channel and I'm very near. I will not accept that a stranger comes and put in my mouth things that I have never said. I have never said that ''my biggest concern is wigs''.

[@jog5289]

@@brendabrenner2891 You are probably not aware that Raelan did a video recently, telling us she used to wear a wig when she made the videos. That's what the above comment is referring too. 😊🕊

[@jog5289]

Haha. 🤣

[@breezylyn2168]

I think its an gut fungus caused by covid that attacks the vagus nerve and causes vagus nerve disfunction. Thats why nobody can find it .. ive had this since nov 2022 . I to am from minnesota . I had the same progression . Even thought it was mold . And mcas . Blood sugar ,blood pressure ,heat intolerance disfunction, urine pain, chest pain. Nocturnal hypoxia , veins in my legs are blown out. Fight or flight disfunction. Horrible adrenaline/ panic attacks

[@breezylyn2168]

Do you guys believe blood type is something with this ? Im. A negative. All my kids have this to .

[@revelation12_1]

I wonder that also. I am O and no issues.

[@lindascott7644]

❤❤❤

[@justbecauseican1410]

Hi momma Karen. I see and hear you beautiful soul. I want to hug you and say well done. I know you are going to get out 🫶 I am not a single mom but I am a mom of a toddler. I was pregnant when i got cfs. So that was a bummer. But i made it my mission to recover. And I am getting there.