#3 “Spiritual Genetics” Meeting the Hosts of Autoimmune Adventures

Hosts Becky Miller, Stacy Griffin and Alysia Thomas share their inspirational story on how they started their restorative podcast, Autoimmune Adventures, for all autoimmune warriors.   In this episode, host Amber Sher, MS, CGC engages with the three sisters behind the Autoimmune Adventures podcast, exploring their personal journeys with autoimmune conditions. The conversation delves into the challenges of diagnosis, the role of faith in their healing processes, and their vision for a holistic autoimmune care center. The sisters share insights on breaking generational trauma and emphasize the importance of listening in healthcare. Their stories highlight the power of community, resilience, and the shared human experience, offering hope and support to fellow autoimmune warriors.   Guest Bio:  Autoimmune Adventures is a podcast hosted by three sisters—Stacy Griffin, Becky Miller, and Alysia Thomas—who are navigating life with chronic illness and turning their experiences into support, science, and storytelling. Each episode blends lived experience with expert insight, covering everything from functional medicine and nutrition to mindset, self-advocacy, and daily resilience. With a warm, honest, and often humorous approach, the sisters create a space where listeners feel seen, supported, and empowered to live boldly with autoimmunity. Their mission is simple: to share real stories, practical tools, and hope for anyone walking a similar path.   Find out more from the Autoimmune Adventures at their website: autoimmuneadventures.com. You can also find them on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@AutoimmuneAdventures , Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/autoimmune-adventures/id1763425785, and many more platforms.      Key Takeaways: Faith plays a crucial role in providing comfort and strength during challenging health journeys.  The episode explores how science and faith can coexist and support each other in the healing process. Healthcare providers should prioritize listening to patients, as their experiences offer valuable insights. Becky, Stacy, and Alysia share their vision for a comprehensive care center that integrates both traditional and non-traditional medicine for autoimmune conditions. There's a need for increased research and resources dedicated to autoimmune conditions. Maintaining a positive outlook is vital in navigating the complexities of autoimmune conditions. Podcast Resources Autoimmune Adventures Podcast. Episode 67. autoimmuneadventures.com. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/autoimmune-adventures/id1763425785 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutoimmuneAdventures  Relevant Resources:  Van der Kolk, B. A. (2014). The body keeps the score: Brain, mind, and body in the healing of trauma. Viking. The APA 7th edition format lists authors Pei-Chen Chou, Yu-Chi Huang, and Sebastian Yu as Chou et al., with the journal Life (MDPI), volume 14, issue 1, article number 98. Publication date is January 8, 2024; PMCID: PMC10817356. Shmerling, R. H. (2022, December 1). Genes protective during the Black Death may now be increasing autoimmune disorders. Harvard Health Publishing. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/genes-protective-during-the-black-death-may-now-be-increasing-autoimmune-disorders-202212012859.  Elsevier. (n.d.) Heterozygote advantage. In ScienceDirect Topics. Retrieved from https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/heterozygote-advantage.     Be sure to subscribe to Gods and Genes on your podcast app, here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts, so you don’t miss future episodes exploring belief, meaning, and medicine. Would you like to be a guest on Gods and Genes? Email your pitch to Amber at <a href