Body Mind Connect

Webinar
Fatigue: Why it's so hard to figure out 

If you're living with persistent fatigue that dominates your days and leaves you feeling frustrated, confused, and misunderstood - you're not alone. Fatigue isn't just about being sleepy or not getting 8 hours every night. It's a complex, often life-altering, symptom that impacts many people with chronic conditions, and it's time we talked about why it's so incredibly difficult to overcome, and why overcoming it isn’t just about getting the perfect REM stats. 

Thursday 24th July 2024, 7:00pm BST 

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We promise you this isn't another "just get more sleep" webinar.

In this 1-hour webinar, Dr Sula Windgassen, PhD, will share the science behind your fatigue, and how your biology and psychology are intrinsically linked. You will leave knowing more about: 
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🧠 The biopsychosocial model of fatigue
Learn what the research says about how your biology, psychology, and social environment all contribute to persistent fatigue.

🔬 The biological drivers
Explore the role of allostatic load, your brain's fatigue centres, and immune system dysfunction in keeping you exhausted, even when you're "resting."

💤 Why sleep doesn't cure fatigue
 Discover how your internal circadian rhythms work and learn about specific sleeping patterns that can actually perpetuate fatigue rather than relieve it.

🔄 Your personal fatigue cycle 
Learn how you can identify the behavioural patterns and responses that may be feeding into the persistent fatigue - from boom-bust cycles and psychological processes, to the hidden ways guilt and people-pleasing push you when you need to back off
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Who is this webinar for?

  • Anyone experiencing persistent fatigue,  whether as part of a diagnosed condition or unexplained exhaustion
  • People with chronic conditions where fatigue is a key symptom
  • Those who feel trapped in high-low cycles of energy and exhaustionAnyone whose fatigue feels "different" from normal tiredness
  • People seeking science-based understanding of their symptoms
  • Those who have tried the "just rest more" advice and want to understand more about the link between body and mind
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About Dr. Sula Windgassen

Dr. Sula Windgassen is a leading Health Psychologist, CBT and EMDR therapist, and Mindfulness teacher. Dr. Sula has completed two doctoral degrees - a research PhD in Psychological Medicine at Kings College London, and a practitioner psychologist Doctoral Qualification with the British Psychological Society as a Health Psychologist. 

Dr. Sula Windgassen has dedicated her entire career to exploring the powerful intersection between physical and mental health. Her groundbreaking research on gut-directed psychotherapy for IBS symptoms has been featured in major media outlets including the BBC, The Guardian, The Independent, and The Telegraph. 

Her passion for the mind-body connection was ignited by her own two-year journey recovering from "mystery" bladder issues. She founded Body Mind Connect to bring her evidence-based approaches to those struggling with chronic conditions.
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The agenda 

This webinar will be split into three sections, the first two are over 60-mins covering education and practical applications relating to persistent fatigue, followed by an open Q&A session at the end. 
07:00pm
07:45pm
08:00pm

Q&A 

Ask Dr. Sula anything 
At the end of the webinar, there will be a Q&A with Dr Sula, who will answer any questions you may have about persistent fatigue. If you have a question but need to drop off at one hour, the webinar will be recorded and sent to all registered attendees.

Practical application

We will put the science into action
This will be a guided exercise designed to help you begin to identify your own fatigue patterns and hopefully identify psychological responses that we can work with. 

Education and research 

Wbat does the research say about fatigue? What is the biopsychosocial model of fatigue?
You will learn about the various factors of fatigue, including the various internal systems and psychological factors. 
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