Episode Details

In this episode of The Mind Change Podcast, emotional drivers series, Heather McKean explores the hidden emotional drivers behind POTS, tracing its historical roots from "Soldier’s Heart" in Civil War veterans to its current prevalence in young women. She breaks down how childhood experiences, generational trauma, and societal pressures can shape the autonomic nervous system, leading to chronic dysregulation, anxiety, and physical symptoms. Heather also reveals key subconscious patterns that keep people stuck in cycles of illness—and how Mind Change can help rewrite the narrative for lasting healing. Tune in for insightful breakthroughs and a new perspective on POTS.

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What we covered in this episode: 

🧠 POTS & the Nervous System – How POTS affects heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and the body's autonomic functions.

📜 From War to Women – The surprising history of POTS, from Civil War soldiers to its rise in young women today.

💔 Emotional Drivers – How suppressed trauma, anxiety, and a lack of nurturing contribute to POTS symptoms.

🔄 Chronic Stress & Overwhelm – The link between hypervigilance, control issues, and the body's fight-or-flight response.

🛠️ Subconscious Programming – How childhood experiences shape beliefs about love, support, and self-worth.

🔑 Path to Healing – Why rewiring deep-seated beliefs and emotional patterns is key to restoring balance.

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