146. Living Beyond Diagnosis: Nitika Chopra on Chronic Illness and Healing

In this episode of The Healing Catalyst, Dr. Avanti sits down with Nitika Chopra to explore her journey through chronic illness and how she’s learned to navigate life with resilience and self-compassion.Nitika shares her personal story of being diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, along with her past experiences with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, and how these challenges have shaped her perspective on health and healing. Together, they dive into the emotional complexities of living with chronic illness, including the impact of the “sick role”—the struggle to accept a diagnosis without letting it define one's entire identity. They also discuss the delicate balance between accepting help and maintaining self-identity, as well as the importance of connection and community for healing and resilience. This powerful conversation offers insights on embracing both the hardships and growth that come with managing a difficult diagnosis or long-term illness.Today on The Healing Catalyst:Navigating chronic illness with resilience and self-compassionThe impact of the “sick role” on identity and self-perceptionEmotional complexities of living with chronic conditionsBalancing vulnerability and strength in accepting helpHow illness can reshape identity and foster personal growthThe importance of connection and community in healing journeysConnect with Nitika Chopra:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nitikachopra/?hl=esWebsite: https://nitikachopra.com/Podcast: https://nitikachopra.com/podcast/Resources:Pre-order Dr. Avanti’s new book: The Longevity FormulaTake the Energy Fix QuizGet Dr. Avanti’s Weekly LetterConnect with Dr. Avanti:Subscribe, Rate & Review The Healing Catalyst podcastWatch the episodes on YouTubeListen to more episodes on your favorite platformFollow Dr. Avanti on InstagramExplore more at avantikumarsingh.comLeave a voice message for Dr. AvantiThe Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.This show is produced by Synchro Social

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Taking charge of our health is a big responsibility—one that most of us aren’t sure how to navigate. We need a catalyst to spark inner transformation and help us take control of our health. We need a Healing Catalyst. Enter Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh. Throughout her 20 years of practicing Western medicine, Dr. Kumar-Singh has also studied traditional, ancient healing practices of the East, with a focus on Ayurveda, which she now teaches to students and holistic practitioners across the world. In The Healing Catalyst, Dr. Kumar-Singh is demystifying Ayurveda and other integrated medicine, showing how these simple, ancient practices are the key to unlocking a healthy modern life. The best part of all? Anyone can heal themselves because it starts with you. Over the two decades of her training, study, and research, Kumar-Singh has shared her expertise with Fortune 500 companies, at elite undergraduate and graduate institutions, and at prestigious industry and medical conferences. She has been featured in the Huffington Post, goop, Thrive Global and mindbodygreen and served as the co-lead facilitator of the Faculty Scholars Program in Integrative Healthcare at the OSHER Center for Integrative Medicine at Northwestern Medicine. Learn more about Avanti and her mission at https://www.avantikumarsingh.com