The Breaking Point: Rock Bottom on the Journey to Healing
“There comes a moment when everything breaks. For me, it wasn’t gradual — it was a crash.”
As we stand on the edge of a new year, it’s a perfect time to reflect on where we’ve been and set intentions for where we want to go. My breaking point came during my journey with heavy metal toxicity — a moment that changed everything.
The Wake-Up Call
When I first received my heavy metal toxicity report, I was shocked. Metals like lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury had accumulated in my body over time. Seeing the numbers for the first time was alarming — some dangerously high, others borderline.
Here’s a snapshot of my first test results compared to the follow-up five months later:
Aluminum (Al): 28 μg/g → 17 μg/g (common in cookware, foil, packaging)
Antimony (Sb): 0.063 μg/g → 0.054 μg/g (used in flame retardants, batteries, plastics)
Arsenic (As): 0.26 μg/g → 0.012 μg/g (contaminated water, old pesticides, rice)
Barium (Ba): 2.9 μg/g → 3.1 μg/g (X-ray dyes, electronics, specialty glass)
Beryllium (Be): <0.01 μg/g → 0.015 μg/g (aerospace, defense, high-tech components)
Bismuth (Bi): 0.011 μg/g → 0.005 μg/g (cosmetics, lead replacement in bullets/fishing weights)
Cadmium (Cd): 0.25 μg/g → 0.27 μg/g (batteries, pigments, coatings; toxic to kidneys/bones)
Lead (Pb): 10 μg/g → 7.5 μg/g (pipes, paint, gasoline, batteries)
Mercury (Hg): 0.38 μg/g → 0.35 μg/g (seafood, dental fillings, industrial waste)
Platinum (Pt): <0.003 μg/g both tests (jewelry, catalytic converters, medical implants)
Thallium (Tl): <0.001 μg/g both tests (rare, formerly used in rat poison and electronics)
Thorium (Th): 0.004 μg/g → 0.002 μg/g (nuclear fuel, high-temperature ceramics)
Uranium (U): 0.033 μg/g → 0.010 μg/g (nuclear energy, research)
Nickel (Ni): 0.72 μg/g → 1.5 μg/g (stainless steel, coins, batteries)
Silver (Ag): 2.9 μg/g → 1.9 μg/g (jewelry, electronics, antimicrobial coatings)
Tin (Sn): 0.46 μg/g → 0.89 μg/g (cans, solder, coatings)
Titanium (Ti): 2.8 μg/g → 1.8 μg/g (implants, aerospace, sunscreen, paint)
Seeing even a small improvement after three months of a strict clean diet gave me hope — but it also triggered obsession. I dove into every detox I could find: juice and water fasts, infrared saunas, zeolite baths, magnesium and Epsom salts, even experimental protocols. My body wasn’t ready for me to rush, and the mental toll was immense.
Hitting Rock Bottom
By 2016, my life was consumed by detoxing. I couldn’t keep weight on, dropping to 40 kilos. Walking, talking, even thinking required monumental effort. My hands sometimes refused to cooperate — I couldn’t write a card, couldn’t clean my home, couldn’t function as I once did.
Mentally, emotionally, physically — I had nothing left. And yet, paradoxically, this low point was the beginning of transformation. Hitting rock bottom forced me to stop fighting and start truly surrendering.
Rebuilding the Wheel of Life
I realized wellness isn’t just about numbers or detox protocols. Healing required balance across every area of life:
Spiritual life
Relationships
Hobbies and fun
Career
Finances
Personal growth
Environment
Small steps — resting when needed, reconnecting with people, practicing hypnotherapy tools — slowly brought my Wheel of Life back into balance. Surrender wasn’t giving up; it was choosing to care for all parts of life, not just the measurable health data.
Coaching Insight
Lesson: Hitting rock bottom can feel devastating, but it’s also the first step toward transformation. Sometimes surrender — letting go of control — is the only way to allow the body and mind to heal naturally. Pushing too hard can be counterproductive.
Mini Hypnosis / Reflection
Breathe deeply. Imagine a wave washing over you, taking away fear and tension. Feel the weight lifting. You may feel broken — but the pieces can be rebuilt stronger.
As you step into the new year, consider holistic goals — health, mind, heart, relationships, career, and personal growth. Small, balanced steps in every area can create real transformation.
Looking Ahead
Tomorrow, I’ll share the raw truth of losing myself completely — the hardest chapter yet. On this New Year’s Eve, reflect on your own Wheel of Life, and consider what areas need your care and attention in the coming year.
Mindfully yours,
Julie
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