Parker's Success Story: recovering from 10 years of vestibular migraine, PPPD, insomnia & more

[@rociocasa98]

Dr Yo, I am fully recovered, apart from veeery sporadic seconds of some light dizziness. I have recovered my life, I have learnt so much about myself, and still learning, and I like my present life better than the one before. Ah, and I am hooked on doing exercise in the gym!

[@TheSteadyCoach]

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[@mindyli5974]

what have you done to get better? please share tips they are always helpful.

[@nikomoking6001]

Can you say what you did to recover please

[@manikantabadam]

That’s amazing! Can you please share what helped you the most?

[@ismanovska]

Jerking awake when trying to fall asleep is what ive had for 8 yrs.. Ambien only thing that has helped seen many therapist and a hypno as well

[@justritasimi]

I can relate to you Parker...you seem like a highly sensitive person and empath ( as am i) ... withdrawal from fludrocortisone caused my symptoms but looking back on it i also had lots of stress, hypochondria, and constantly had negative thoughts leading up to and during the medication withdrawal. Thanks for sharing your story and best wishes with recovery. Dr Yo is 1 in a million , so glad i found this channel . You really learn a lot about yourself on this journey and realize your old ways were so harmful. It is unfortunate that it takes dizziness to realize this but you learn so much .

[@datu718]

I could totally relate to Parker. This condition took away my life 😢 Still struggling and symptoms are progressing for 3 years now every single day...I wish I can also feel better and get my life back!

[@TheSteadyCoach]

You can do this!

[@brendajones374]

I am in tears because this is my story .I am working hard watching these videos because I feel like there is hope .😢😢

[@THELEGENDofBUSTA]

I think my issue is that I understand that it’s mind and body, but can’t seem to fully accept it. These last two weeks in trying to dive deep into my feelings and trying to calm my nerves as much as possible has made my symptoms worse. I know it’s a sign that I’m getting better due to symptom shifting, but my subconscious is telling me it’s not good and I’m unsafe. The hardest part of this journey is trying to not react out of fear of my symptoms. Feels like I’m stuck in a continues loop of fear, stress and dizziness.

[@BlessedKarma10]

I was like this but once I went through the grief processor mourning my old life and came to acceptance, it made it easier to start healing properly. Oh and Dr Yos videos❤

[@TheSteadyCoach]

This is actually quite common and a normal part of the recovery process. I explain this more in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6nSiWergpl8abM

[@janiceince1965]

Im right there with you..

[@dianeperez6816]

Thank you for sharing your story Parker! Praying for a full recovery! I also was diagnosed with vestibular migraines and I’m having a lot of the symptoms you have. Thanks for giving us hope!

[@nuriajuzgadoferreira7897]

Lo siento,no se escribir en ingles,me llamo Nuria y soy de España,llevo un año sufriendo de inestabilidad y mareos,estos sintomas no eran constantes ni en tiempo,ni intensidad y pude seguir con mi vida,pero hace tres meses me golpeo muy duro,hubo un mes en concreto que estuve en un pozo oscuro,pero investigando por youtube te encontre,y fuiste la cuerda que me ayudo a subir hacia la superficie,mi frase para superar esto es,SIGUE MOVIENDOTE,y gracias❤.

[@TheSteadyCoach]

¡De nada, Nuria! Me alegra mucho que hayas encontrado este canal. ¡Puedes hacerlo!

[@SugarxRushTutorialsx]

loved this ❤ I closed my private daycare of 22 years. I miss this so much..I was in the throws of vertigo and just couldn't be relied on. I am walking daily 1.5 miles and doing so many things to integrate myself back travelling going to bar trivia this weekend a dance with loud music and strobe lights..I was also afraid to move but I am slowly fighting back...8 months with VN I think turned pppd.

[@TheSteadyCoach]

You can do this. I am so sorry for what you’ve lost. I think I saw someone else’s comment today about working through the grief of the losses before being able to accept where she is and get better.

[@SugarxRushTutorialsx]

@@TheSteadyCoach I believe that...daycare I was able to travel with them in March to Florida or they came with me.

[@mindyli5974]

did you just start to slowly integrate activities back into your life and that is what is making the difference?

[@BlessedKarma10]

I wish Drs would not prescribe Benzos. It makes pppd worse. Parker I relate, I just weaned off valium after long time and my healing process is a lot easier now. I did this by going on an snri which has helped with migraines, head pressure, panic attacks etc. I'm much happier off valium and now my vestibular system is not suppressed and has a good chance to work properly again. My heart goes out to you Parker, bless you and you are awesome. Well done Dr Yo

[@TheSteadyCoach]

I’m so glad you’re doing better now ❤️

[@jessicaamber6623]

I’m watching this now and the tears are just flowing out. I can relate to her so much. Parker if you are reading this I feel your pain girl! It will get better in time. I promise! Dr. Yo- you are incredible and your work means the world to all of us. ♥️ Much love to you Parker!

[@TheSteadyCoach]

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[@moreenmurray]

So wonderful to hear about Parker's success. Thanks Dr. Yonit! I can totally relate to feeling spacey - that's how I describe it to people more than dizziness..it's like I've had a couple of drinks but not feeling relaxed! :)

[@TheSteadyCoach]

Drinking without the fun!

[@alexandrapineda-jz6vg]

I would love to hear a part 2 with Parker

[@TheSteadyCoach]

I hope to bring you that one day! She is still teaching and her world is getting bigger over time.

[@catcatcatt1]

As always hits home

[@moreenmurray]

I also realized today how far I've come in that I can do Pilates again and not be worried as well as something small like going into a grocery store and not be overwhelmed!

[@TheSteadyCoach]

YES!!!! Fantastic to hear this, Moreen!!

[@sdwl07]

I feel your pain. Tears over here listening to your story.

[@TheSteadyCoach]

She went through SO much.

[@d.s2352]

Thank you both so much. I'm incredibly grateful and offers me hope to continue with all I am learning . X x

[@TheSteadyCoach]

Thank you for your kind words! There is absolutely hope- keep going.

[@charissastanley7243]

I feel like I can relate to so so much to Parker’s story… when she was upset it made me cry with her… I’m still trying to find a way out of my pppd hell but this gives me hope

[@TheSteadyCoach]

I am glad that this story resonated with you, Charissa! There is hope!

[@ginalyn7834]

Me too😢

[@vincentcotson6731]

🎉I’m proud of you, Parker!🎉

[@LadyPg5678]

Thank you!!

[@denisebarrett-zq6cy]

Another encouraging testament full of great advice and tools to heal , I cannot thank Dr Yo enough , such a wonderful human being with a heart for those of us suffering from the dizzy . I’m so hopeful and I am recovering in my own body’s time . A new appreciation for life , starting to WANT to do the things I used too ♥️❤️♥️

[@TheSteadyCoach]

You've got this, Denise!!! It is my privilege. I can't wait to see your comments as you improve.

[@kathygreen6043]

I tried the neck chiropractor. That night after treatment I had BPPV for the first time and had to go to urgent care who sent me to ER. That was four years ago. Already had Ménière’s for 29 years at that point. That is why I tried the chiro. Been worse ever since,😮 When I am just falling asleep, I sometimes get awakened by a dizzy sensation that feels like airplane turbulence. She is so lucky to have you. I wish I could heal. Been 33 years.

[@TheSteadyCoach]

Kathy, it does not matter to me how long someone has had it. One of my clients has had it for 35 years. Your brain can always heal from neural circuit dizziness. If the Meniere's has caused ear damage, your brain will have to compensate for the damage, but it can do that.

[@kathygreen6043]

@@TheSteadyCoach thank you for the hope. It has. Deaf and tinnitus with constant endolymphatic hydrops fluctuation and pressure. My eyes are also affected with pressure and VM.

[@Franck_Lee]

LadyP for the WIN! Thx you Steady coach for helping my favourite Yoga teacher!

[@LadyPg5678]

Awe! Thank you!

[@LadyPg5678]

@@Ackermann634 Thanks!! Not really comfortable giving out my info on here, sorry.

[@LadyPg5678]

@@Ackermann634 This whole process has been 10 years, but about a year and half ago was when it became so debilitating that I was bed ridden. I would say over the last 2 months is when I have started to really see the shift.

[@jackiegroden416]

Yes Parker!!’ Dr Yo is amazing.. I feel your emotions Parker… I think getting back to your job that you love is going to be a huge help for you… I can’t wait to see your update interview with our fabulous Dr Yo!

[@milkjelly829]

was waiting for this interview after i saw your instagram post! :) so excited to watch

[@ariannesmakman5639]

Just watched your older video again from anxiety/ symptoms and why.. And realised now what my underlying fear and drive off all sensations are🥺 Actually my head is full because of a cold and it brought on extra sensations while looking up or bending over, and in a split second there it was: the thought of bppv is coming again. 2.5 years ago, when i had bppv the first time i was fine. But the 2th time it was a bit more heavy and i got a bit more scared. BUT than, after a visit to fysio who did not say dont go driving after epply manoeuvre...i went home in my car..and got a big attack when quickly looking left. I was in the middle of a crossroad and after this i got a huge panic attack. It happened twice. Cause did not know i was not allowed to drive. Finally when i knew this, the trauma was already there. I went for weeks not knowing when i would be hit with bppv again. I thought it could happen every minute of the day/ everywhere...And when i finally met a another fysio, and found out when bppv happens and when not...i guess it was too late... My brain/ body is super scared still. I am afraid to move really normal and i actually do get more dizzy when looking up and down etc...and in a lot of situations that my brain thinks i will have trouble. I am not sure how to go from here. I do understand that bppv is not here anymore...but my brain/ body acts like it is still there to attack me😳😳😳

[@TheSteadyCoach]

If your brain and body are still responding this way, chances are that your brain and body was expecting danger long before the first BPPV attack occurred. Longstanding patterns of anxiety as well as stressful life events can cause your fear response to become much stronger and stay activated long after the stress has passed.

[@joanduff2839]

WOW! Congratulations Parker and to you Yonit. The HOPE of healing keeps us all going and Hope is so powerful. There's healing hidden within this suffering. Keep moving. You are so beautiful Parker I hope to see you dance someday.

[@LadyPg5678]

Thank you so much Joan!! ❤

[@Waves353]

@@LadyPg5678thanks for sharing. Going thru klonopin withdrawal now, so much worse than the original problem, the anxiety is huge and so many symptoms. Much respect

[@priscillalowery5109]

You’re inspiring me to keep going. Thank you for your courage to share.

[@esthergeraghty5611]

bless you darling thank you so much for sharing..you are such an inspiration to me as i can relate with not bring able to dance and do too much yoga either at the mo..🙏❤❤

[@majafilipovic1392]

Somehow I don’t think I’ve ever resonated with an interview more… really inspiring and hope I can get there some day as well. Kinda makes me want to try IFS but I just started somatic experiencing therapy so I think I need to give that a go first

[@TheSteadyCoach]

I am so glad that you found Parker's interview!

[@jillradovanovic3460]

Well done Parker

[@jillradovanovic3460]

Thank you for sharing your story Parker. I truly feel.your pain and emotion.

[@user-kr4sv3bt9i]

This made me cry as I too suffered withdrawal but from SSRi,s . I send Parker my best wishes and thank her for her story I can feel her sadness as she speaks, and I hope her progress continues. Can I ask who is Mr Christian?

[@jessicamaresca6123]

Thank you for sharing your story parker. You are beautiful and it is like if i can feel your feelings. I wish you thé best. I am sure you will bé a better yoga coach than ever.

[@puppyforever7101]

❤ you all! Go Parker!!

[@TheSteadyCoach]

Parker is amazing.

[@enarcadie1105]

Thank you for sharing. I can relate to so many experiences here. Keep going, blessings and much 💕

[@TheSteadyCoach]

You're very welcome, enarcadie!

[@rachelfritz8249]

Another great interview, thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@TheSteadyCoach]

You're very welcome, Rachel!

[@Trianon9565]

I have mixed fillings about this success story account. Firstly, Parker stated she was at about 50% dizzy as of the time of the interview compared to the peak of her sensations. From here the path may be much longer and more challenging. So how can it be called a success story? I’ve have had PPPD for over 5 years now, but the symptoms are much less pronounced than with the most extreme cases on “The Steady Coach” channel. I would think I am now where Parker is in terms of dizziness. I would not characterize it as a success story though based on how I feel. Secondly, if she could so successfully heal her shoulder using Dr. Sarno’s methods how come dizziness remained so stubborn? Dr. Yo posited in her other videos that in Dr Sarno’s techniques on treating chronic pain, they should also add dizziness as a condition that can be treated, because the same methods of brain rewiring apply to both. This baffles me as illogical.

[@TheSteadyCoach]

Nerve damage does not mean chronic dizziness. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2e4gqCEiNOJfNE

[@danielled5085]

This video could not have popped up on my KZbin at a better time.. I am 30 years old. Have struggled with PPPD ( undiagnosed until 2 months ago) I have started VRT for the last 2 ish months and I am fighting this fight every single day. I got married last year and my goal for this year is to finally go on my honeymoon and feeling comfortable enough to visit my brother ( who is actually moving to Tallahassee ( home for you !) in May. My goal is by the end of June to feel steady enough and comfortable enough to take a plane right down to FL. I have had many ups and downs.. but I am going to continue to fight this until I have my life back ❤ Thank you Dr Yonit for your KZbin channels. I can’t tell you enough how it’s saved me from extremely dark times I’ve had over the last few years.

[@TheSteadyCoach]

You're very welcome, Danielle! I believe in you! You got this!

[@DaniEla-of4eo]

You briefly talked about how to respond to symptoms. Do you have any advice? Because every time I get dizzy, fear and panic rise up in me...

[@TheSteadyCoach]

Hi Dani, all of my recommendations and techniques on how to heal chronic dizziness are in my free course thesteadycoach.com/free-course

[@grapesc2940]

What is IFS stand for ?

[@user-xr9wy8jg7y]

How did you solve that insomnia? How long it took you to feel again normal and sleep? I have the same problem with jumping continuously awake, can’t sleep not even a few minutes, because I feel sparkling in my brain coming in my body.

[@puppyforever7101]

Dr. Yonit has so much compassion! How do we get in touch with you and your service?

[@TheSteadyCoach]

Hi there! You can reach out via my website, thesteadycoach.com ! I'm on a long waiting list for my services unfortunately but I have two new providers who are just about to start taking new clients.

[@davidrager8813]

Thank you for sharing Parker! I can relate in many ways. I am making quite a bit of progress. I have been on this journey for over 13 years. Can you comment a bit on how long it took you to get off Klonopine?

[@LadyPg5678]

I think I was trying to shoot for a month, but that didn't end up working out so I'd say closer to a month to two months. 13 years! Ugh I'm so sorry, but glad to hear you're making some progress!

[@davidrager8813]

I would love to chat with you sometime. Would you be open to this at all? A month is very aggressive for a klonopine wean.

[@monicaz4949]

Excellent video and excellent channel. If there’s some mind-body thing, does that mean that physical therapies like vestibular or vision Therapy isnt needed or is it a combination of those plus mental work?

[@TheSteadyCoach]

Probably not needed, actually!

[@manikantabadam]

Hey Dr.Yo! Thanks for everything that you do. May I know how to get into your coaching sessions? I really wanna make it.

[@TheSteadyCoach]

You can find more information on the services I offer and how to sign up on my website thesteadycoach.com/

[@ginalyn7834]

Wow Parker congratulations ❤ I have a question can menopause cause this ???

[@TheSteadyCoach]

Parker is in her mid 30s and many of my clients are male. I do not think of menopause as a cause, but rather a potential source of stress and one that physiologically weakens resilience to stress. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHvLaah4i9JlaNk

[@user-sl3pq3fe1h]

I have concussion over 1 year . I need help plz

[@TheSteadyCoach]

These techniques apply to post concussion syndrome. Take the course! It’s free. thesteadycoach.com/free-course

[@salbasile]

Is it to possible to see you? I would love to do this type of therapy.

[@TheSteadyCoach]

Hi Sal! I do offer a coaching group and you can see all of my services on my website thesteadycoach.com/

[@lakenarneson5925]

Hi! I have been trying to reach you on Instagram. Do you have an email? I really want to meet 1 on 1 🙏

[@TheSteadyCoach]

You can contact my office at [e-mail]

[@RachaelPanter-yk7cy]

This is so like my journey what got you sleeping again Parker? My sleep is getting slightly better but still jerk awake and always wake with a racing heart my Apple Watch says I wake several times a night sometimes I feel like I haven’t slept at all which is totally slowing my recovery ❤️‍🩹

[@user-xr9wy8jg7y]

I have the same jerk awake , can’t sleep at all. Is any solution for this?