Breaking the Silence on Infertility with Elisa Kurylowicz

The Hole Shebang

In this conversation, Elisa Kurylowicz shares her journey from being a high-performance athlete to a wellness mentor. She discusses her struggles with identity after missing the Olympics, her path to mindfulness, and the importance of self-discovery. Elisa emphasizes the need to break down limiting beliefs, particularly around finances, and shares her personal experiences with fertility and growth. The conversation highlights the significance of mindfulness and intuitive awareness in achieving personal and professional success. In this conversation, Elisa Kurylowicz shares her deeply personal journey through infertility, exploring the challenges of navigating the medical system, the emotional toll of IVF and IUI, and the stigma surrounding these experiences. She discusses her radical health changes, the importance of community support, and the transformative power of grounding and connecting with nature. Elisa emphasizes the need for open conversations about women's health and the empowerment that comes from sharing these experiences with others. Takeaways

• Elisa competed for Team Canada in high-performance sports.
• Missing the Olympics led to a downward spiral in her life.
• She gained almost a hundred pounds and faced severe challenges.
• Alisa emphasizes the importance of taking back one's power.
• Mindfulness is a crucial aspect of her teachings.
• Intuitive awareness helps in self-discovery and growth.
• Many people are conditioned to have a poor mindset about money.
• Money can contribute to happiness and opportunities.
• Alisa's fertility journey has been transformative.
• Personal growth often requires breaking down societal constructs. Elisa had a 5.8% chance of getting pregnant naturally due to her age.
• The medical system often overlooks personal factors like stress and diet in fertility treatments.
• IVF can be a deeply invasive and emotional process.
• Many women feel ashamed to share their IVF experiences due to societal stigma.
• Elisa's partner took accountability for his health, improving his sperm motility significantly.
• Grounding and connecting with nature can enhance overall health and well-being.
• Elisa emphasizes the importance of radical honesty in health journeys.
• Community support plays a crucial role in navigating fertility challenges.
• Women often avoid hard conversations, which can hinder personal growth.
• Elisa's journey highlights the need for holistic approaches to health and fertility.

Chapters 00:00The Journey of Elisa Kurylowicz 08:40Mindfulness and Its Importance 13:27Intuitive Awareness and Self-Discovery 19:20Breaking Down Beliefs and Mindsets 25:04The Financial Mindset and Its Impact 36:58Fertility Journey and Personal Growth 40:29The Journey Begins: Understanding Infertility 43:01Navigating the Medical System: A Personal Experience 49:45Breaking the Silence: The Stigma of IVF 53:10The Emotional Rollercoaster of IVF and IUI 01:01:52Radical Health Changes: A New Approach to Fertility 01:09:06Grounding and Healing: Connecting with Nature 01:16:19Empowerment Through Community: Joining the Sisterhood