By: Seraphina Quinn
These days, it seems like everyone knows someone struggling with a perplexing, chronic health issue. With over 175 million American adults suffering from chronic conditions like fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, anxiety, and depression, modern medicine is still struggling for effective solutions. The good news? Cutting-edge neuroscience has uncovered a paradigm-shifting new approach that could finally provide answers: self-directed neuroplasticity.
At the forefront of this new approach is re-origin, a company with a mission to empower people to quite literally rewire their brains and heal themselves from the inside out. It’s the brainchild of Ben Ahrens, who in 2009 underwent his own healing journey in an up-and-down struggle with chronic Lyme disease that left him bedridden for over 3 years. Despite his best efforts and conventional medical treatment, Ben found himself truly stuck—unable to improve.
It was only when Ben discovered the concept of neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to continually reorganize itself—that he started seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. He studied with leading neuroscientists, biological medicine experts, and anybody who could shine a light on this revolutionary idea of self-directed brain retraining.
“The root cause of so many chronic illnesses is the brain getting stuck in this hyperactive, inflammatory loop from accumulated stressors that combine with an acute trigger,” Ben explains. “But like strengthening muscles through exercise, I realized we could harness neuroplasticity to proactively rewire those unhelpful patterns.”
Ben’s personal healing journey was no quick fix. For years after leaving his sickbed, he became obsessed with finding answers, devouring all the latest neuroplasticity research, and consulting leading neuroscientists.
Through the application of specific neurocognitive exercises, somatic methods, and more, Ben gradually forged new, resilient neural pathways over several years, allowing him to fully recover from Lyme, chronic fatigue, and hypersensitivity disorders. Over a decade later, he remains fully healed.
After experiencing such a profound personal transformation, Ben felt a deep calling to share these insights with as many others as possible who might be suffering from chronic illnesses. Driven by a sense of purpose and a desire to help others find healing, just as he had, he assembled a team of expert researchers and clinicians, The re-origin Brain Trust, who shared his passion for unlocking the power of neuroplasticity.
Together, they’ve meticulously refined and expanded upon his original findings, drawing from the latest scientific research and integrating diverse therapeutic modalities. The result was re-origin’s neuroplasticity retraining program—a comprehensive and holistic approach built upon a solid foundation of neuroscientific principles. It provides an accessible yet profoundly powerful “brain software upgrade,” systematically rewiring the very neural circuitry underlying chronic conditions.
While not an easy journey, Ben’s tenacity and the team’s work paid off with life-changing solutions for thousands plagued by inflammatory illnesses, from fibromyalgia and long COVID to chemical sensitivities. One powerful example is that of Natalie Rivans. Natalie arrived at re-origin’s doors a year and a half ago, her severe depression, chronic pain, and lack of hope weighing her down. Yet through a full commitment to the program, Natalie was able to undergo a remarkable transformation in just 10 months. Her healing was so profound that she now serves as a community manager and a coach at re-origin, guiding others along that same liberating path she walked.
“Consistently applying these practices literally repatterns your brain over time,” Ben shares. “You’re consciously strengthening new positive pathways to override the negative, hyper-reactive ones that underpin chronic stress and resulting issues.”
While neuroplasticity is still an emerging field, the transformations so many have made through re-origin’s program have been astonishing. Brain fog clearing, chronic pain dissolving, anxiety and depression lifting—story after story of people finally reclaiming their resilience and vitality.
As Ben reflects, “Going from disabled to now helping others globally transform is incredibly humbling and motivating. Our vision is sparking a self-healing revolution by unleashing the power of neuroplasticity that every human being can tap into.”
In a world where chronic illness has become concerningly commonplace, re-origin is not just a breath of fresh air; it’s a beacon of hope. As they continue to deepen their work, they’re already making waves by revealing the vast potential we have to reclaim our health by retraining our brains.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Neuroplasticity-based programs are considered complementary approaches and may not be suitable for everyone. Individuals with chronic or complex health conditions should consult with a qualified healthcare provider before beginning any new treatment or program. The effects of neuroplasticity and brain retraining vary among individuals, and results are not guaranteed. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.
Published by: Nelly Chavez
