Podcasts about be healthy

Limb Loss Awareness Month UCLA: Ophelie Herve   As we come into our third week of April Limb Loss/Limb Difference Awareness month I am so excited to have a female voice in the engineering program from UCLA on our podcast today. Ophelie was  born in France and came with her family here to the United States at an early age. In high school she reflects on watching the news when the Boston Marathon was bombed and she saw peak athletes, within 24 hours, become wheelchair bound. As an athlete, herself, this event created a desire to help and  gave her the direction she needed to jump into engineering and working in prosthetics for her undergraduate and Masters program at SMU. Ophelie using an exoskeleton that is a power device used to help paralyzed individuals walk.   From there she turned her attention to injury prevention, and found interesting research on the female body and the how and when training can sabotage us by putting us at high risk for injury and when we will have a peak performance in the gym. Using a robotic arm to replicate the knee joint in her studies on injury prevention.   This week I wanted to delve into the topic of how the female body is different and how as amputees we need to protect our sound limb for the long haul. We have always been so amazed by the newest prosthetics and bionics to come out into the world, and it is a very competitive field, but without research we don't have the information to make technology better for the human body Her research is fascinating and goes deep. We joked about the rabbit holes she went down as she began this research, but it was her unique perspective as a female athlete (and one who has injured herself playing soccer), coupled with her research on our female bodies and cycles that we really dove into some extraordinary conversations about injury prevention, especially for women who are down to one sound limb. As a female amputee, I can tell you that I have thought about this often, and what would life look like if I injured my "good leg". That has also been a topic many times in my ladies' chat group.   Working out at the right times of the month help protect our sound limb.   How we workout, eat, and rest all help play a part in stabilizing our sound limb, and when different cycle changes throughout our lives make a difference in each of those aspects. This was great to learn about as the world of sports and nutrition tend to clump us in the same  workout and nutrition regiment as our male counterparts, without regards to our different hormones and biological differences. I hope you enjoy hearing about Ophelie's cutting edge research and Master's project as she explains in greater detail some findings and how that will affect us as female amputees and athletes. Please make sure you give her some love and Like, Share and Subscribe! We have 2 more weeks of Limb Loss/ Limb Difference Awareness month, which means I have 2 more students who have dedicated their college journey to the betterment of the amputee community. You don't want to miss this! Have a beautifully blessed week ahead, And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,   Hiking with my pups keeps my sound leg strong and health for the long haul. Keep moving!  

Limb Loss Awareness Month MIT: John McCollough   John is a student at MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts working towards his Masters and PhD in Medical Engineering. I met him a year and half ago when he reached out to see if I was interested in coming to MIT for a Gait Study that he was assisting a student working toward his PhD. Of course I said Yes!   This is what it looks like when you agree to a gait study!     Now as time has flown by I have gone back to check on John's progress in the field of Biomechatronics, stayed connected with those in the lab and couldn't wait to have him on the podcast.     Once in the media Lab building you can see prototypes, unique sculptures, and their purpose and mission.   However, a quick disclaimer, some of the work being done in the MIT Media Lab, like other universities, is private and not up for discussion as they are still in the works of their projects in a very competitive field, but the topics we discuss today are amazing, eye-opening and incredibly groundbreaking and I can not wait for you all to hear what's on the cusp of becoming products and procedures available to the amputee community! John working on the project I took part in last year. Let's jump right into our conversation on the work being done with 3D printing, Oesteointegration, AMI procedure, and how students and university create, trademark, and market their designs and how long this process can take. Once again, I am blown away at the desires of these young men and women to create a better world for our amputee community. The future is looking so good and positive for us and I truly want these students to be seen for their hardwork and dedication to a community they are feeling led to assist. We are extremely blessed with what the future holds and I believe that the next 5, 10, 20 years we will see the struggles of amputees today become minimal if not obsolete, making our lives stronger, healthier, and physically complete. Join me this week as John and I discuss all things on the drawing board and please don't forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe so you don't miss any of these university students' conversations about the future of prosthetics.   John McCollough MIT Masters student Mechanical Engineering John, thank you for spending time we me on the podcast and sharing so eloquently the field of study you are in, breaking down the process so we could understand the stages of a study, and for sharing the work that could be shared. I look forward to having you on again as you complete your Masters and PhD. Thanks for joining us  and I hope you have a beautiful week ahead! And as always, until next time, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,  

Anxiety disorders are the most common of all mental disorders. Considered pathology, it is the most diagnosed and medicated of all psychological disorders... but what if it isn't always or only a medical condition? From Greek tragedies and Buddhism to actual practices from famous doctors like Galen, there are a myriad of important lessons about anxiety that can be gleaned from the past. Indeed the ancients had a lot to say about anxiety and mental conditions in general... and their perspective and observations were at times very different from those found in our modern era. Perhaps it's time to rethink anxiety. With the help of both ancient philosophy and history, how can we see anxiety as a source not only of suffering, but also of insight? Featuring professor emeritus of philosophy at Brooklyn College and author of “Anxiety: A Philosophical Guide”, Samir Chopra, along with Vanderbilt professor and author of “How to Be Healthy”, Katherine D. Van Schaik, and Michael Fontaine, professor of Classics at Cornell University and author of “How to Grieve”.Hosted by Anya Leonard of Classical Wisdom. To learn more about Classical Wisdom, and sign up for our free newsletter, please go to https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/

The Reality of the Numbers and What We Can Do About It   The stats on amputees is staggering. In the US 1 in 200 people have undergone amputation! Over 2.1 million people live with an amputated limb. Worldwide, 1 million ampuatations happen annually, that's 1 amputation every 30 seconds!!!   1 EVERY 30 SECONDS! Amputee Coalition's diagram of statistics taken from Promedeast.com 2023   Even more alarming is the projection of the 2.1 million in the US doubling by the year 2050! (

Are you struggling to guide your teen through the ups and downs of adolescence? Do you wish they could be more confident, resilient, and self-motivated in facing life's challenges? In this episode of Power Your Parenting – Moms with Teens, host Colleen O'Grady sits down with Dr. Ran Anbar, author of The Life Guide for Teens: Harnessing Your Inner Power to Be Healthy, Happy, and Confident. Dr. Anbar shares practical strategies to help teens take control of their emotions, shift their mindset, and build resilience. Through years of counseling thousands of adolescents, he's discovered that small changes—like the words teens use, their ability to visualize success, and how they manage fear—can lead to profound growth. He also discusses the impact of sleep, social media, and self-talk on teen well-being, offering parents tools to support their children in developing independence and emotional strength. Ran D. Anbar, MD, FAAP, is board certified in both pediatric pulmonology and general pediatrics. He offers counseling and hypnosis services at Center Point Medicine in La Jolla, California, and in Syracuse, New York. Dr. Anbar is the author of the acclaimed Changing Children's Lives with Hypnosis: A Journey to the Center (Rowman & Littlefield, 2021), as well as a regular columnist for Psychology Today Online. Dr. Anbar is the founder of Center Point Medicine, serving the mission of making mental health care more accessible for children. Here are three key takeaways from the conversation: First, the words we use—both as parents and teens—shape our reality. Encouraging positive language and shifting from “I can't” to “I will” can transform confidence and motivation. Second, learning to manage emotions and fears is a crucial skill. Rather than dismissing fears, parents can help their teens face them with imaginative solutions, empowering them to handle stress more effectively. Lastly, giving teens space to make mistakes is essential. Overparenting, whether through micromanaging or bulldozing obstacles, can hinder their ability to navigate life's challenges. Instead, parents should transition from being enforcers to supporters, allowing teens to develop problem-solving skills that will serve them well into adulthood. Learn more at: https://www.centerpointmedicine.com/ Follow on https://www.linkedin.com/in/ran-anbar-246b1829/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Morning Routines to Get Motivated   Life as an amputee is already hard enough just learning to live without a limb that, for most of us, we were born with.  However, what you don't know is the little things, the minutia of everyday tasks that can sometimes be enough to halt you in your tracks. I got an interesting question the other day, one I haven't been asked before: "How long does it take you to get ready in the morning?" I realized, based on that question, that many people wonder about our "secret" lives behind closed doors. How do we sleep, bath, get ready, change clothes, etc is a mystery for most people. First off, please realize that I choose to do the things I do, therefore I choose a more hectic and demanding path each day. That is my choice, but I chose amputation so I could live a full and healthy life. Notice the difference in clothes and shoes for each of these activities that I absolutely love to do.  A simple change of clothes is absolutely exhausting for me, and I must motivate myself even more to do them. I must WANT it, each day.   I work hard so I can handle getting older as an amputee   I hike for my sanity as well as building resilience in my socket   She brings me peace and helps me refocus energy   Today I want to share with you MY struggles every morning. Yes, struggles. It isn't easy getting ready for the days I set up for myself which may include, gym time, horse time, hiking, grocery shopping, cleaning the house, going out with friends and date nights with my hubby.  What you may not understand is that many of those tasks take different clothing and shoes, not to mention showering midday for a date so you don't smell like a horse. Join me today as I take you through the challenges of getting ready as an above knee amputee using a skin fit socket, how I streamline my morning routine, what I take with me to change clothes midday, and how I handle the energy it takes just to get ready. I DO love my leg and am grateful for this second chance. I wouldn't change a thing, and that is mindset-it determines our successes   I wished I could tell you that it's easy everyday, but it's not, and that's my choice. I want to workout or hike, I want to get dirty working with horses, and with each of those daily activities I make myself work hard everyday to be able to enjoy them. I think it needs to be said that if you want something bad enough then you are willing to go the extra mile, well, my extra mile means pushing myself physically each day, in just getting ready.     This week I would tell you that if you are struggling with getting motivated each morning when you wake, or you are dreading getting ready to take on the day then start the night before. Create, even if only in your mind, a schedule of events that you WANT to accomplish the next day and see yourself doing them, visualize accomplishing the tasks and what you will need to complete them. I go to bed this way every night so in the morning I have direction. Without it the days fly by and nothing gets done. Also, if you struggle with energy make sure you are fueling your body correctly and enough. We use more energy than the two loggers so we need to add in more nutrition to our daily intake. Don't skimp. I did after the holidays and I was always lacking energy, which destroyed my motivation.   Setting yourself up for success is up to you. Start today with visualizing what you want to do and accomplish every night before bed and make sure you are fueling your body to work hard, because it is. Have grace with yourself. Know when to push and when your body needs a break. You are a warrior and capable of doing great things! Believe it! And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!   Much love,  

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It's Always "No" If You Don't Ask When it comes to the world around you, the old adage, "You catch more flies with honey, than vinegar", still holds true. As an amputee, I have seen this firsthand. When I smile at someone, they smile back. If I say Hello with a smile, I start a conversation and usually educate someone who is curious. And when I ask questions, that I may be afraid to ask (because I don't want to look like I'm looking for handouts), I usually find someone who has a connection or an "in" to helping me. Rarely do I hear No, but I take the chance anyway, like 2 weeks ago. I went with my son to pick up his new ski boots, that was all we were going to do, but I started looking around and dreaming of a new pair of skis and boots as mine are over 20 years old. The problem? I only need one ski and one boot, I ski without my prosthetic on and with outriggers. This causes a problem because no one sells singles, so I decided to ask a probing question to the guy helping my son. "Do you ever get a rouge ski come in?"  His answer, we sometimes get skies that someone leaves behind after buying new ones, asking if we can get rid of them. And sure enough, Gil, at SkiPro here in Phoenix checked my height and ski level and went in back only to emerge with a beautiful pair of Solomons! He literally said, "Here, they're yours, they were just going into the dump." I couldn't believe my luck... or maybe I just manifested it by smiling and creating a connection, a relationship. I decided to see if boot companies had singles they might have because of manufacturing defects and how could I get in touch, and Gil measured my foot and we had the same boot size. He told me he'd reach out to me later that week. Tuesday rolled around and he called and said he had 2 pairs for me to try out. I drove straight down to his shop to give them a go. They were perfect!! We talked while he fitted the liner to my leg and made an insole for my foot, we connected, and I shared my story with him and my joy of getting out there and doing life. He told me about his time he spent skiing and his life up in Washington, and how he'd worked with an adaptive ski program up north and I just thought, "Wow, this was a God wink" The chance that I talked to a guy who knew his stuff, worked with other adaptive skiers in the past AND was my boot size. incredible. But it was about connecting, opening up, accepting that "No" could be the answer, but I might as well ask. I went in that day to be with my son, and I walked away that week with a "new" pair of skis and boots that I can't wait to use this season. Remember, if you never ask, the answer will always be "No", but taking a chance on people, asking the questions, asking for assistance with a genuine heart, never hurts. Hey, you may even walk away with new skis! Checking the liner out My new friend, Gil. Thanks, man, I appreciate you!     Simple CTA this week. What have you been wanting to try but don't have the equipment or resources to get it? Go out and find connections. Build relationships in that community. Email people. Ask the questions. You never know who you'll meet and where it'll take you! Don't be afraid to try and hear, "No".  Be afraid of never asking and always wondering, "What if".   You are all warriors, so rise up and get out there. Have a blessed week and let me know how it's going! And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love,          

Healing and Finding Purpose   This Illinois, born and raised, girl never knew she had a connection to the ocean. It's a beautiful thing to find in yourself so late in life. It was surprising, and breathtaking when it happened. Many years ago my family moved to Florida for a job. I never thought I would leave Illinois, EVER! All of my family and my husband's family live there. That was our support system. We enjoyed Florida a lot while only there for 4 years but I was a mom of two young boys and going to the beach was more of a chore than anything. Keeping an eye on them, making sure they didn't go in too deep, and then getting sand off of them (which, of course was on every square inch of their bodies when we were done!) before getting into the car. But, fast forward 11 years and I decided to try my hand at surfing, for the first time ever, and as an amputee. My prosthetist, Randy West, helped me make my dream come true and made me a surf leg the week before our trip to Kauai. I arranged surf lessons and have to say I was a bit nervous at first... I don't like to fail and I had no idea how this would go seeing as my surf instructor had never given lessons to an amputee before. Needless to say, I found my joy in surfing from the moment I got on the water.     The ocean was soothing and yet so powerful. The Hawaiians call this power, Mana, and I understood why. While a wave looks so peaceful and ignorer as it moves its way across the ocean to the beach what was going on under the wave was strong, chaotic, and so powerful. It seemed to me a metaphor for how my life felt now as an amputee.     To me, though, even being on the beach and close to the waves, I can still feel her power and her beauty as I watch and listen. I find myself breathing to the waves as they come in and crash on the beach. I watch the sun shine through the water and watch the ultimate chaos of sand being churned up and plant life whipping around as the wave pushes forward. This is my happy place. I find my peace here and long for that feeling often, always excited to go back to the ocean whenever a chance arises. You may not live near a beach or have the means to get there right now but you can recreate this feeling by finding video footage of the ocean and/or the sounds of crashing waves that you can listen to, right now, in your own home. No, it's not exactly the same but it can do the trick, if you are in need of finding some calm and center in your life. The ocean has given me a place to finding healing because it calms me, declutters my head, and asks me to breathe with it. These actions place me in a better place, mood, and mental space.   You guessed it! This week I want you to find your peace at the ocean. This may be a literal ocean, if you live near one, or find video and audio of the ocean that you can immerse yourself into in your own home. Don't cheat yourself. don't find a video and then work on laundry or do the dishes. You must find the time and space to stop everything you are doing to center yourself and focus on the present. Find rhythm in your breath with the ocean. Close your eyes and listen to ALL of the sounds. Relax your body and your mind and just breathe.     If you can just find time everyday this week to give yourself this gift of quieting your life, stopping the momentum, even for just 5 minutes, you will find yourself in a better mood, and in a happy space. You might even find healing of what you are struggling with right now. Surrender to the ocean, Warriors. You and your body deserve that much. Have a beautifully blessed week, And until next time, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!   Much love,    

In this special bonus episode, Monica responds to a listener who wrote her about a claim from Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy suggesting eating Brussels sprouts more than once a week could raise pancreatic cancer risk. She break down the research behind this surprising advice and shares why she doesn't believe it's cause for concern. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself!Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Find Monica's blog and other programs at Nutrition Over Easy. Nutrition Diva is a part of the Quick and Dirty Tips podcast network. LINKS:Transcripts: https://nutrition-diva.simplecast.com/episodes/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/Newsletter: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterNutrition Over Easy: https://nutritionovereasy.comQuick and Dirty Tips: https://quickanddirtytipscom

L'analyse de Sandra Veziano, fondatrice de Be Healthy sur Radio Monaco Feel Good. C'est une racine bien connue pour ses qualités pour soutenir la digestion. C'est employé depuis des années, ça remonte à l'Egypte ancienne où elle était déjà utilisée pour atténuer les problèmes de transit. Sachez aussi qu'elle joue un rôle cruciale pour la gestion du poids et la régulation du métabolisme en général. Le Psyllium réduit même l'état inflammatoire. Donc c'est un véritable régulateur de notre système digestif. Quand notre système digestif est hydraté, il va former comme un gel qui ralentit la digestion des sucres et des graisses. Et ça, c'est hyper important pour notre métabolisme en général. Après un repas, on va réduire les pics de glycémie. Donc c'est intéressant notamment chez les personnes qui souffrent de diabète de type 2 aussi, car le psyllium aide à améliorer la résistance à l'insuline. Cette racine se présente en poudre ou en gélules. Pour une consommation optimale, généralement il faut consommer à peu près 5 à 10 grammes de psyllium en poudre, c'est à peu près une cuillerée à café, dans 200 millilitres de liquide, une à trois fois par jour. On peut commencer d'ailleurs un petit peu doucement pour éviter les désordres intestinaux justement, vu que ça régule, le temps que ça se mette en place, il vaut mieux commencer doucement, une fois par jour, puis monter jusqu'à trois progressivement. Par contre, bien veiller à s'hydrater, parce que si on ne s'hydrate pas, on va être presque contre-productif pour le corps. Et quand on prend d'autres compléments alimentaires et du psyllium, on respecte une distance entre les prises parce que cette racine diminue l'absorption notamment des minéraux et des vitamines. La contre-indication majeure, c'est une obstruction. ou des sténoses intestinales ou affections qui prédisposent à une occlusion intestinale. On fait attention aux interactions avec les anticoagulants, c'est très souvent le cas avec les compléments alimentaires, et des antiépileptiques. Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Getting Through the Tough Times   Oh the nights are so tough! Have you been there? Have you laid in the utter darkness and the quiet is deafening, the pain is unbearable, and you feel like you will ever get through this moment of phantom pain? Yep, the reality is, we all go through it at some point or another, to varying degrees. The last two nights, for me, have started great, I feel asleep and wasn't feeling anything in the way of phantom pain. However, as soon as I shift, the sensations would start and the I couldn't shut them off! It's almost unbearable. To sit in the dark, feeling like your body is screaming out loud, and no one else knows. My husband, laying right next to me, has no idea what I am feeling or that I am even going through this.... and he won't know until morning. Have you experienced this? How about when you are out and about in a crowded store or venue, and your limb is on fire, or a sore within your socket is rubbing raw and stinging? And no one knows the pain you are feeling as you stand in line at the grocery store? Such is the life of an amputee. It comes and goes. Most of the time there is no warning, it just comes at you.     So how do you deal with this, seeing as this is your life now? First off, we all deal with pain differently, what works for one person won't work for another. As you experience these "episodes" you will learn what works for you (oh, and for added fun, what worked last time for you might not work the next). You can only prepare yourself for the mental battles ahead. Communicate. Let the people around you know how you are feeling and what you need. They can't see what's happening within you and not everyday, all day is bad. Make sure you speak up and not assume they understand.     Build mental toughness. Use positivity and positive self-talk to get through hard times. You can redirect how your brain process what you are going through by the way you address it, internally and out loud.     Try not to fall back on medications every time you feel "out of sorts". This goes for people dealing with the average phantom sensations/pains. I do not know what you've been going through and what you have been prescribed, so you need to do what you need to do but I will tell you that I will only use Tylenol or Advil once in a blue moon, when all else fails and when I can't take anymore. There is no right way to handle an episode, but if you can stay away from prescription medication, and start leaning on your own devices to handle the mental situation, then do it. You'll be stronger in the long run and your body will thank you.     These moments are truly times to develop your mental toughness. Sometimes we just need to hit them head on to become a stronger version of ourselves so we are ready for the next battle. Finding time for myself to breathe and let go, helps me thru hard times   Don't forget you were made to fight, and survive. You are a Warrior, you just need to unleash its within you and believe that you are strong enough to handle it. Rise up, Warrior, and face your battles with inner strength! You can do it, and you are not alone!   I pray you have a wonderful week ahead, And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love,   Remember: You are Beautiful, so just Be-YOU!

Pastor Erik kicks off our new series "Be Healthy" by diving into Matthew chapter 3.

In this episode of the The Natural Health Podcast, host Mihaela engages with Victor Dedaj, a certified holistic health coach, discussing the interconnectedness of emotions, mind, body, and spirit in achieving optimal health. Victor shares his personal journey from the corporate world to health coaching, emphasizing the importance of nutrition, lifestyle choices, and the concept of wholeness in health. The conversation explores the impact of chronic illnesses, the significance of laughter and rest, and the role of genetics versus lifestyle in health outcomes. In this conversation, Victor Dedaj discusses the critical role of vitamins and minerals in maintaining health, emphasizing the importance of a balanced diet and supplementation. He highlights specific nutrients like calcium, magnesium, selenium, and vitamins C and D, explaining their benefits and the consequences of deficiencies. The discussion also covers the impact of dietary choices on chronic illnesses, the significance of emotional resilience in health recovery, and practical steps individuals can take to improve their well-being. Dedaj advocates for a holistic approach to health, integrating diet, mental well-being, and community support.TakeawaysHolistic health encompasses the interconnectedness of emotions, mind, body, and spirit.Nutrition plays a crucial role in overall health and can prevent chronic diseases.Dental health is closely linked to overall health; nutrition affects both.Chronic illnesses like diabetes and heart disease are often preventable through lifestyle changes.Wholeness in health means addressing emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.Laughter and rest are vital for healing and overall health.Genetics may predispose individuals to certain illnesses, but lifestyle choices are crucial.Preventative health measures are more effective than reactive treatments.Key nutrientsSelenium is crucial for heart health and disease prevention.Vitamin C is essential for immune function and overall health.Vitamin D is vital for immune support and disease prevention.Omega-3 fatty acids are important for reducing inflammation.Emotional resilience can significantly impact recovery from illness.Regular supplementation may be necessary to avoid deficiencies.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to The Natural Health Podcast02:55 Victor's Journey to Health Coaching05:00 The Importance of Nutrition and Dental Health08:00 Understanding Chronic Illness and Lifestyle Choices11:10 The Concept of Wholeness in Health14:00 The Role of Laughter and Rest in Healing19:00 Genetics vs. Lifestyle in Health21:00 Preventative Health vs. Reactive Health27:00 The Importance of Minerals and Vitamins36:40 Dietary Choices and Their Impact on Health43:00 The importance of Cholesterol47:10 Emotional Resilience and Health50:00 Practical Steps to Avoid Chronic IllnessHow to Contact VictorFree health evaluation session http://yourfreehealthevaluation.comVictor's Book on AmazonHow To Be Happy, Healthy and Whole: Discover the Ways to Be Healthy and Happy and Avoid Chronic Illnesses https://www.amazon.com/How-Happy-Healthy-Whole-Illnesses-ebook/dp/B0D8263MXC/http://www.victordedaj.com❓ Want to have your QUESTION answered click here https://forms.gle/PpTvM4wYG2TV85g6A

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Start Today!   Start Now! Today! What are you waiting for?   I know, I know, it's the holidays. You are busy and can't find the time. Me too! But, if you are serious about your goals, and know your 'WHY' then get to it. I am not, nor have I ever been, a fan of "New Years Resolutions". For a majority of people it is a procrastination technique to get thru the holidays, feel horrible about how you celebrated all holiday season, to join a gym or set goals that are extreme, only to drop them by February or March.  Instead of being excited and uplifted by the challenges, you are left feeling defeated and miserable for failing. Who needs that?   Instead, start small now. No matter what your goals are in life, starting when you are busy just requires taking baby steps to begin a new routine and make it a habit. If you want to stand and make dinner while wearing your prosthesis then start by wearing it longer each day, or refusing to take it off. Then stand to wash a few dishes. Eventually you'll be able to maneuver around your kitchen and create a meal and feel proud of your accomplishment....which will inevitably lead to another goal to achieve. If you want to get or stay physically active and you are struggling to find time then carve out some smaller portions that you CAN commit to and do it. For example, take a short walk around the block after dinner every night, or do some sit ups, push ups and/or planks before bed. You don't have to have a gym membership and commit 2-3 hours 4-5 days a week to be active and stay fit, you just need a plan and stick to it (again, to build a positive habit that will carry on thru the holidays and all next year).       Starting today and carrying you through the new year here's what you need to do to form good habits that will keep you moving forward.   Write down your dreams and goals on paper, don't keep them secret up in your head. Decide the most important ons and which ones need to come before others. There probably is a progression of them for example, learning to wear your prosthesis comes before walking a mile in it. Set deadlines to help keep you on track. Make smaller steps that you will need to do to hit your goal by your deadline. Speak positively: I want to go to the gym. I want to go for a walk. Etc, etc. Find someone you can share your goals with who will push you and hold you accountable (when times get hard and they will, it's good to have an outside person keeping you on track), and maybe they can join you in setting goals and you can hold each other accountable. Have fun and know your 'Why". Why are you setting this goal? Who are you doing this for?     Setting these things into place will give you a better chance of succeeding at what you want. As always, you don't need to go it alone. We all have weak moments and need some help. I hope you have a blessed holiday season and a happy healthy new year! This is my last episode of Season 4. I'll see you next year! Until then, And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love,    

Tis the Season     As we enter the holiday season: Special gatherings and parties, Gift giving and making, Cooking and baking, And traveling and to see friends and family create a very busy month or two.   As amputees it can have a toll on our bodies as we try to do it all. If you are new to being an amputee, try to remember that it's ok to ask and accept help, it's ok to not have everything perfect and done like you've done every year before amputation, and above all else….   This too shall pass!   Enjoy the moment. Use your slower pace this year to breathe in the moments. Watch your children be in awe of the magic of this season. Entertain yourself with special movies together and listen to Christmas carols. You'll be back on your feet in now time and wishing you had sat back and enjoyed the down time. Don't allow guilt to over take you. Allow people to step up and be helpful. Ask when you need assistance. Be careful not to overdue it and hurt yourself. You'll be more disappointed with the set back than the rest in the moment. And most of all… Be present!!   Hope you have a beautiful holiday season making memories and preparing your hearts for the blessings to come.   And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,   PS Pictures of my socket that I promised. My very 1st socket. I used a t-shirt to cover this one.   The size difference from 1st socket to about the 11th one in just 2 1/2 years!   Paint job up close. Stickers Made using my Cricut machine.   One of my 1st skin fit sockets and the use of auto paints and vinyl stickers I made with my Cricut.   Most recent leg   All of my prosthesis since the beginning. Minus 4 (one I'm wearing and the three yet to come as of this picture-including the new one being made right now).

Moving Into the Right Mindset This Holiday   As an amputee I have so much to be grateful for in my life. I am blessed to be alive.   My horses make me be present   I am thankful for my husband, two healthy sons, and a family who loves me.             I am grateful to be able to walk again, just to name a few.     Do I ever look back on the day that I injured myself, which led me to amputation, and wish it never happened? NO! Never, not even once! I am so fortunate to have been chosen for this journey. Looking back, wishing for something different sets  me up to fall into the trap, and vicious cycle, of never being satisfied or happy of where I am now. I wouldn't have met the people I've met. I wouldn't have overcome fears that I have had to face. I wouldn't have learned to trust in myself, the process, and my support system. I wouldn't have experienced the life I'm leading now with such gratitude because of what I have had to overcome and endure. I am a stronger person, more passionate about my Faith, and better able to withstand immense pain and challenges than ever before.   This holiday season I challenge you to look past your fears, your disappointments,  your pain, your obstacles, your past, and your anger at your situation and see the small but relevant miracles happening in your life EVERY SINGLE DAY!   CHANGE YOUR MINDSET! Live for your happiness and to a brighter future. When you change how you see your life and your circumstances you change the outcome. You see the good more easily in everyday encounters and silent moments. You will find yourself smiling more and grumbling less, and you will start to attract the type of people who want to be around you because you empower them with your outlook. It's contagious! What are you grateful for today?     Today, choose to be grateful! Don't wait any longer to see the joy in your life. Start jotting down your blessings or what you are grateful for tonight. Keep a list where you write 1-5 things that you are grateful for each night before bed. Fall asleep to gratitude in your heart and watch how refreshed and joyful you will start to be in the morning, just looking for the next moment. I wish you and your families a very special, magical, and blessed Thanksgiving. Until next week, and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,    

Bionic Skins: Working Towards the Perfect Fit We all want to feel our best, and live a life without pain, but at times it seems so out of reach for us amputees. Donning a prosthesis that is suppose to emulate a real leg gets the job done but, trust me, it is far from comfortable and often it becomes such a painful devise that amputees choose not to wear it for too long, even taking days off from wearing it, leaving them feeling incomplete and frustrated. Today I wanted to share with you an extraordinary company, created by Dr. Hugh Herr-bilateral below knee amputee, MIT professor and co-leader of the Yang Center for Bionics at MIT,  Bionic Skins is changing the comfort game for the better. Lauren and Eric head up the Bionic Skins headquarters in Bedford, Mass. and graciously came on my podcast to share what Bionic Skins is, how it works, and the hopes and aspirations Hugh and his team have for building a better and more comfortable prosthesis for the amputee community. Eric is the "numbers guy", checking stats, running the biometrics of the patients and making sure the measurements taken are accurate... among other hats he wears for the company.     Lauren is the prosthetist; working with the patients, creating the sockets, and making sure the fit is everything it should be for comfort and durability.   As we sit down and talk you can see how bright the future is for amputees. The technology is getting better and the understanding of what is needed for improving the quality of life for amputees is increasing. More research is being done, and talking with amputees helps bridge the gap of what we currently have, what we struggles with,  and what is still needed to live actively and without restrictions. Bionic Skins is doing just that.  They are currently work with patients, and taking new patients, that are below knee amputees all the while continuing to research, build studies, and improve on the technology that they are producing in house and through MIT's Media Lab.   Check out their website HERE You can also follow them on social Media platforms like Instagram and Facebook @bionicskins to stay up to date on their research and studies in which you may qualify to take part. Also, you can listen to my interview with Hugh Herr, himself, from this past April, on my podcast HERE Hugh and I discuss Bionic Skins toward the end of my interview where he discusses his design and how it was created.   Thank you again, Lauren and Eric, for taking time out of your busy schedule to talk to us about the incredible work you're doing  to improve our lives. You are amazing people! Keep doing what you're doing and I look forward to checking in with you again in the near future!   I hope you've enjoyed, and found promise for a brighter future, listening to today's podcast. Please remember to like, share and SUBSCRIBE to my podcast and my YouTube channel so you don't miss an episode! Have an amazing week and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,   Dr Hugh Herr-Founder of Bionic Skins and "Yours Truly' all set up for a gait study I did last year at MIT.  

Wellness + Wisdom | Episode 692 What does it mean to experience God and how to embrace pain as a teacher to deepen your spiritual growth? Paul Chek, Founder of the CHEK Institute, joins Josh Trent on the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 692, to dive deep into the true nature of GOD and the difference between believing in God and experiencing God, how love acts as the essence and expression of divinity, why generational healing, plant medicine, and lucid dreams can unlock deeper understanding of the soul, and the importance of purpose-driven action in aligning with divine consciousness and leading a life of purpose. "Your awakening and your realization of what God is will astound you and it will keep you so inspired to keep going because you'll realize the more you understand about the magic and the mystery of God the more magical and mysterious life becomes and the more exciting it is to be alive." - Paul Chek 15% Off Spirit Gym Spirit Gym, created by Paul Chek, is a transformative program aimed at holistic health, spiritual growth, and self-discovery. The program focuses on teaching individuals how to unlock their soul's purpose and achieve true fulfillment in life. The program offers a unique blend of principles that guide participants through mental, emotional, and spiritual development. It emphasizes changing one's life story, fostering creativity, and developing deeper self-awareness. Spirit Gym also offers tools for breaking free from limiting behaviors, like addiction and depression, and cultivating a life of love, joy, and purpose. Paul Chek's approach integrates the mind, body, and spirit to promote healing and self-realization. 15% off with code "JOSH15" In This Episode, Paul Chek Uncovers: [01:30] What Is God? Paul Chek Paul Chek | All Is God - 3 Part Series Be Here Now by Ram Dass Why people misunderstand the word "God." How Paul helped Josh find a new way to approach life. Why religions have created the wrong idea of God. The Religious Case Against Belief by James Carse Why we can't have a spiritual experience if we're not open to the mystery of God. How all belief systems are closed. [11:00] Do You Believe or Do You Know? The difference between believing and knowing. Why Paul doesn't "believe" in God. IG reel @paul.chek How Paul shows people how to engage consciousness. Why the birth of his first son was a profound spiritual experience. How his father made him feel like he was in a prison camp. [20:35] Trusting The Voice of God How a voice told Paul that his life would be one of purpose. Why massage was the only thing that helped relieve his asthma as a child. How he had a natural gift for massaging. Spirit Gym - 15% off with code "JOSH15" [29:00] Becoming One with The Universe Why many people experience God through pain and suffering. What it means to become one with the universe. Why the soul is in possession of our body. How pain makes us question if we're going to die. Why monks use torture to achieve a conscious out-of-the-body experience. [32:55] Plant Medicine Experience Why Paul has done over 1,000 plant medicine ceremonies. How sacred dance can be a tool for experiencing samadhi. Why some people experience fear in plant medicine ceremonies. Our souls can only have transcendent experiences that match the level of consciousness we are at. The definition of wisdom according to Paul. How plant medicine can be a karmic experience. [41:05] Connecting with God Why God is the only being that can create and sustain itself. How God is an idea that becomes an experience. Why Paul had one of the deepest experiences of God through Tai Chi. [47:45] Love Is God Why love is the verb of God. How religion gets us trapped in our head. Why giving love honestly and receiving love openly is the path to knowing God. The beauty of love is that it never works. How loving everybody else and not loving ourselves creates disease in the body. [52:35] The Power of Dreams Why God is people which means it doesn't utilize people. How every single creation that exists is unique. Why the characters in our dreams are an aspect of ourselves until proven otherwise. How God dreams novelty into existence. The purpose of lucid dreaming. How Paul was shown that he didn't need to be afraid of death. [01:00:30] God Is Ever-Present Why we are in an endless game. Love is experienced by all sentient beings. How people's auras are overlapping and creating a third being. [01:05:45] Perception of Time Why Josh fears that one day he won't be able to hold his children. Energy can't be destroyed, only transformed. Salicrow and Angie Chek: Death and Beyond  How our sense of time can create false narratives. What happens after we die. How Paul taught her sister to talk to her deceased husband. Why the biggest challenge for a soul is being addicted to matter. [01:21:55] Spiritual Alchemy How alchemists discovered that the spirit is affecting matter. Why alchemy is the science of what's animating the body. How after we die we can connect with our loved ones through dreams. How Josh experiences unconditional love. Why unconditional love is not easy. [01:31:10] Evolved Consciousness How Yogananda made a professional runner believe in God by outrunning him. Why we need to be brave in order to see what's been in front of us the entire time. How remote viewing is only accessible if we believe it's possible. Why spiritual development is figuring out who we are. [01:38:35] Leaders Hold Lanterns How people fall into the ego trap when they say "I'm God." Why the life people lead shows us the truth about the healing they need. How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy! by Paul Chek Why working too much on our spirituality can make us resent it. How having two wives has been an accelerator of Paul's spiritual development. Why we learn from the people that we spend time with. When we say "I know that," it's the ego stopping us from mastery. How Paul creates independence in his students to not need him in the future. [01:49:00] Let The Pain Guide You How pain shows us that we haven't resolved the root cause of the problem. Why we project our own wounds onto other people. How our body is telling us what's going on inside. 668 Evolve Your Consciousness: The True Healing Work To BE An Adult, Learn How To Love + Live A Thriving Life | Margo Running How pain navigates us to go in the right direction. [01:56:35] Healing Generational Wounds How Paul speaks to the souls in the Spirit Gym. When we dream together, we grow together. How the environment impacts our epigenetics. Why our body can make adjustments when we change our diet. How the group soul is connected to us at all times. Why we carry the unresolved energy from the previous generations. It Didn't Start With You by Mark Wolynn How children are tasked with the unfinished business of their parents. [02:10:50] Paul's Relationship to Women Why realizing that our problems are passed onto our children can motivate us to heal. How Paul found out that he wasn't happy in a monogamous relationship. Why chasing after women could be a pattern he got from his father. How knowing his purpose helps Paul take actions that are aligned with it. Why men who lie to their wives get physical symptoms from the fear of getting caught. [02:22:30] Getting The Second Wind in Life Why chasing women can get in the way of walking a path of purpose. How we're blind to our shadow side. Why we shouldn't rush to find our soulmate. A soulmate is a mirror sent from God. Why having children gave Paul a push to continue the work. How to use our heart to feel what we know. Leave Wellness + Wisdom a Review on Apple Podcasts Power Quotes From The Show The Unfinished Business of Your Parents "Whatever you have not resolved in this lifetime will go with you and your children will have to work on it. This is why Jung said, all children are tasked with the unfinished business of their parents' lives. Even if your kids didn't know about it, they're going to have to carry it out because your soul is still in resonance with their genes. So everything that's unresolved in you actually is like a flow of desire that's coming through the psychic energy that the DNA of their bodies is picking up because they're in resonance with you as their parent." - Paul Chek Should You Take Plant Medicine? "People should not do psychedelic journeys either when they're psychologically not ready, they're doing it for the wrong reasons, they're being pressured into it, or they're doing it with the wrong people that have the wrong motives because you can use a psychedelic just as effectively to enter the dark arts as you can the light arts or the healing arts." - Paul Chek Where Are You Living Untrue to Reality? "Your soul only opens the door to the transcendent experiences that are needed for you to awaken to the truth of yourself at the level of our spiritual development that you're at. So you have a God experience when you're ready for it. And until then you have an awareness of all the parts of you that you've put energy into that are blocking you from realizing the truth of yourself. And that's what real spiritual development is, is becoming aware of where you are living untrue to reality." - Paul Chek Links From Today's Show  Paul Chek Paul Chek | All Is God - 3 Part Series Be Here Now by Ram Dass The Religious Case Against Belief by James Carse IG reel @paul.chek Spirit Gym - 15% off with code "JOSH15" Salicrow and Angie Chek: Death and Beyond  How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy! by Paul Chek 668 Evolve Your Consciousness: The True Healing Work To BE An Adult, Learn How To Love + Live A Thriving Life | Margo Running It Didn't Start With You by Mark Wolynn Josh's Trusted Products | Up To 40% Off Shop All Products

  Let's discuss Anticipation and Expectations as an amputee. Every journey is different, every path navigated in life is unique, so why would anyone think that becoming an amputee that we would share the exact same journey? We will have a similar structure as to what steps come first, second, third, etc, but wWHEN they come, HOW quickly you move from one step to the next, AND when setbacks will happen are all unique to each individual. Understanding this, and excepting it will help with your success and also your stress. When we drop the idea that "I want to be doing what Sue is doing.", or "I want to run like John." we can embrace our own journey for all its worth, and except the path we are on, which will reduce stressors and help us achieve. Goal setting and POSITIVE expectations are found to be key to reducing stress and helping us reach success. Join me for how to go about doing this, and at the end of the podcast check out your Call to Action on what you can be doing right now whether you are awaiting amputation, had an unexpected amputation, or just want to get out of your own way in life so you can find success.   Enjoy this episode, share with those you know who need some motivation and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love, Keep looking up! Reach for the stars, dear Warri0rs!!  

Dealing With Negative Emotions Post-Amputation   Anger, Guilt, Shame, and Fear are all such destructive emotions. They hold us back from realizing our full potential and no one is immune to feeling them at one time or another. As amputees, we face unique challenges, including fears about our new life, future uncertainty, failures, prosthetics, and adapting to physical limitations. As a wife and homeschooling mom amputee I often struggled with guilt. I was always worried about making mistakes and inadequacy. Now, as an amputee, (and I ELECTED this), I was even more fearful of what might be my shortcomings. This is a lot of pressure to put on myself. How about you? Are you adding this stress into your life? All in all, any of those above mentioned emotions, are taking away your happiness and also adding a negative aspect to your life, one that is stress-inducing and impeding success. Stress can harm our health, impeding healing and progress. We must recognize and tame these self-destructive emotions if we are to truly love ourselves, love our life and live it fully.   Enjoy the good days. Remember those feelings. Harness them and utilize them when you are struggling.   We must realize what we are doing to ourselves and how to tame that monster that is self-destructive in nature. So what can you do when these emotions begin to rear their ugly heads in your mind and life?   First thing; Stop beating yourself up over situations you cannot control. You cannot control infections, poor fitting sockets, blister and rashes, or phantom pains. Next, you need to communicate with your family and support system about how you are feeling. and when you're feeling like you are getting everyone down. They need to know where you are at during the harder times as you navigate being an amputee because they probably don't have any other experience with amputees than YOU.  Help them understand how you see yourself, where you want to be and what's currently holding you back from realizing your potential. More than likely they wouldn't want you to be worrying about that, just about getting better and stronger. Finally, use positive self-talk. Your brain is a powerful muscle and it will bend and move to what thoughts you are allowing it to feed off of. If you tell yourself you aren't good enough, that you aren't contributing, or you are letting down those around you, then that is what you will feel is true. BIG TIME STRESSOR! Time to start forgiving yourself, forgiving those around you that have hurt you, breaking free from fears, and letting go of guilt. When you are sick and laid up, your first priority must be to get stronger and healthier so you CAN get back to your life and family. You can do this, you are strong enough. This is a long journey, a marathon, not a sprint. You will find that when things are going well something will come along and take you back a step or two. Likewise, when you are struggling, I can promise you, it won't last and soon everything will start working out for the positive. Don't distress, dear Warriors, this too shall pass. Lift up your chin, put a smile on your face, and laugh despite your struggles. The time is now to sharpen your mental sword and fight for what you want and how you want to live your life. Don't give up and don't lose hope. Make today a great day, And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,        

Through The Eyes of a Horse Horse Therapy-the horse who started it all: Cherokee   What can I say, I LOVE horses! I have always loved horses, just seeing them makes me smile. Yet as a girl growing up in the suburbs of Chicago I was never around any horses. The attraction is a mystery. Never in my WILDEST dreams could I have imagined that at my age I would be surrounded by them every single day, training them, getting certified to train them, grooming them and now bringing a therapy to the public in which the horses becomes the teacher. They are incredible creatures with so much to offer. My journey began after my amputation and with the horse you see pictured above. Even though I was only around him for 30-45 minutes, the impact he made on my life was the most profound experience I have ever felt! Not only did my amputation change the trajectory of my life, now horses were a part of this ever changing path. Now after 4 years of learning and teaching, observing and making mistakes,  I am ready to bring this mental healing to others, and I AM EXCITED!!!   CONNECTION   BEING PRESENT   TRUST   The benefits of just being in proximity to horses is incredible! The healing they can bring to our lives is unmatched. I hope that one day you, too, can feel the healing power of horses in your life, and I would love to be the one to take you there. Join me on this new journey that I never, EVER saw coming a mere 5 years ago. Let's work together and heal ourselves through the eyes of a horse.   I pray you have a beautiful week and a HAPPY HALLOWEEN! And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!! Much Love,   My silly girl!

How Can You Know What You Don't Know?   Yep, like clockwork! Like life itself, being an amputee throws you curveball after curveball, no matter how seasoned you are. My time is now, I guess. I am almost six years out from my amputation, life has been great! I have been traveling, active, enjoying mobility and no (knock on wood) phantom pains worthy of discussion. This is the good stuff! I'm living my best life!   Monday's walk...pre-pain Enjoying island life   Monday, however, with our weather being nice and cool in the mornings, I took my pups for a walk. About one mile in I noticed an aching in my femur. Never had that before. Very curious. At  1 1/4 miles, however, I as limping and trying to keep pressure of my limb and socket. Once I got home and sat for a minute the pain was gone, but I could recreate it by moving my socket around. Now, I know my limits and I know how to push myself so, of course, I went for a walk the next morning. And you guessed it, I was in pain again, in the same place on my leg. This time I cut my walk a little shorter. I have never had this before. So I did what I needed to do. I began going through a process of elimination for what I was feeling. First off, I was checking my residual limb that night for bruising or soreness when I touched the area in question. It feels bruised. I had no redness or swelling. I had no rash or blisters. I checked my weight, only down a few pounds, but that's not uncommon. I am noticing some tripping off my toes lately which could indicate that my prothesis might be dropping some when I pick up my leg when walking. My best guess is that for some odd reason, six years in, I am having some volume change, or shape change, to my residual limb (which is weird since I haven't changed anything in my routines nor have I been traveling the past couple of weeks). This would explain bruising as I may be banging around in my socket because of excess room. My worst case scenario is a possible bone spur, which would cause pain on the bone and can happen at anytime after amputation. This would suck because I'd have to have surgery to remove them. So, for now, I will NOT take to social media to find answers because my medical team and I know my situation best. I will NOT worry, because that doesn't help and is a waste of time.   The Limb Center: I have these guys in my corner.   I have called my prosthetist and let him know what I'm feeling, when I'm feeling it, and where the pain is coming from. I will be seeing him soon to check out my fit of my socket and making some educated guesses with the person who has seen me through to this point. From there we will formulate a plan to reduce/eliminate  the problem.     If you are  like me, and are dealing with an unusual circumstance with your residual limb. If you are feeling scared or worried about what might be causing your trouble, here is your Call to Action:   Please don't ask the keyboard warriors on your social media feed! Please process what you are seeing, feeling, and noticing that is different than before with your residual limb and/or socket. Make notes. Call your medical team: orthopedic surgeon, prosthetist, and/or physical therapist and get their help. And please, whatever you do, don't waste time worrying about what it could be. Just remember that you were strong enough to get to where you are now, and you will be stronger still as you navigate this (what may be your first of MANY issues as an amputee) hurdle. Remember to breathe, step back from your situation, make logical observations and talk to your medical team. You and I will get through this. We are warriors, of course. Attitude is Everything Have a beautiful week and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!! Much love,      

Live in the Moment and Experience Your Best Life     Take a breathe. Now slowly let it out. Breathing is an automatic response by our body, it knows that we can't survive without oxygen, but have you ever noticed your breathe being shallow or worse yet, you held your breathe? We tend to do this in times of stress, anxiety and fear, and yes, we all face some sort of and some level of these moments on a daily basis. We are actually depriving ourselves of the one thing our body needs to stay alive! Now, take that and add in the frustration, pain, and uncertainty of losing a limb and trying to "get back to your life". Also add in, for some of you, the anger you feel if accident or sickness took your limb away and the choice of living a life as an amputee wasn't up to you. That's pretty harsh, right? But, we are stronger than we know. Our bodies and our minds are more resilient than we understand. We must really make the effort to push forward.     I named this podcast Be-YOU-tiful Adaptive Warrior because 1) I believe we all have a warrior spirit, 2) that we are beautiful just as we are (no matter how many limbs we have) and 3) we are adaptive beings, no matter what is thrown at us, we are capable of adaptation. The time is now to live in the moment. Realize that you and your life, no matter what you're going through, are a miracle and capable of great things.     Now is the time to enjoy your life and press onward and FORWARD! No use in looking back if it's just going to cause you pain, stress, and frustration. What's done is done. Now we live. Now we rise up. Now we embrace our journey, set goals, crush goals and REPEAT!! You are special and you are strong enough! So rise up, Warriors, and live your best life!   Now what? Ask yourself, "AM I ready to live my life again?" If the answer is "No", what is holding you back? You need to address those issues first, just don't let fear be the reason. We all live with certain fears, the difference: those that press through their fears find the reward of facing them by experiencing a full life. If your answer is "Yes, I'm ready”, then your next step is to decide what it is that you want to do, where you want to go, what you want to see, and what you want to try. Make a list. Decide which ones are plausible now and start creating steps you need to reach that goal and then.... BEGIN TODAY!! If you want to surf, then you need to build core strength, work on balance, get a surf leg, practice popups on your floor in your house, etc, etc, etc. Every goals has steps to get to the goal. Break yours down into bite sized pieces and start getting after it. Remember, you are a miracle, your life is a miracle. Be present, and enjoy your life. You'll be so glad you did!! Write to me and tell me how it's going, I'd love to hear from you! And remember you are a Warrior! Until next week, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!   Much love,  

In this empowering episode of "Dear Matchmaker," we dive deep into the world of health and wellness with Mindi, a dynamic and down-to-earth health coach with nearly 20 years of experience. With a focus on personalized health journeys, Mindi sheds light on her methods to help women of all ages define what "being healthy" truly means to them. Join us as we explore how self-worth, lifestyle changes, and incremental steps can transform your health journey and boost your dating confidence! Show Notes: Introduction: Meeting Mindi and her journey into health coaching. The importance of defining personal health and wellness. Mindi's philosophy: Realistic and sustainable health habits. The impact of diet and nutrition on overall well-being. Navigating menopause and understanding women's health issues in midlife. Addressing societal pressures and judgment about personal health choices. Building confidence through small changes and self-discovery. Parallels between health journeys and dating experiences. Insights on customizing your health plan to align with personal goals. How to deal with external opinions and focus on inner growth. Highlight on Mindi's book, "Be Real, Be Healthy," and more resources. Resources & Links: For more on Mindi's coaching and her book, visit BeRealBeHealthy.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cat-cantrill5/support

Finding Peace in These Moments   These are the times I struggle with the most. Yes, it can be nice to have down time but for someone like me downtime can become a bad habit and turn, quickly, into a new way of living. I realize how hard I push myself, daily. I know I pack my schedule full, every single day. If I don't keep that pace I truly become an all or nothing kind of person. Well, I am being tested on my drive and motivation right now. I have been away on vacation, followed by a week+ of being sick, into prepping for my son to head back to college, to hurting my back! These past 3 weeks have been a call, from my body, to slow down and recharge my batteries, and I am trying to listen. I have guilt for not being there for my horses, and feel uncomfortable in my body for the lack of gym time and hiking. I know that this is a moment for me to work on my internal self, my self-talk, and my motivation to get back on the horse once I feel better, but it is tough! When we get to a place of being so super active and it turns to a lot of downtime, it can be hard to feel mentally and emotionally good about ourselves. I know I am always trying to do what I feel I "should" be doing as a mom and wife, but when I am hurting, physically, it makes it hard to be active, and in a good headspace. Here's what I have been doing to make the best of my time: I am cooking for my family, I am reading my Bible again, I am reading for pleasure, I have been writing in a goal setting journal for the gym and food aspect of my life, I am creating gift ideas for family and friends, I am planning my seasonal parties, I am active, in my head, at least. As for my body, well, that is going to take time with a back that is hurting. It's amazing that everything I want to do to be, even somewhat, active takes back strength and control! I tried using my surf board in the pool and the arching of my back on it almost paralyzed me! Sit ups or planks? Forget it, back control. Lifting? No way, my back is always engaged with weights. Walking? I know I am not walking correctly (over compensating for the pain), so I will only create more issues.  This is tough, I won't lie. But I have seen this before, I have heard from many of you, and what I see is a moment we are given to learn about ourselves, a time to recharge our batteries for something more coming up, a situation that allows us time to regroup and goal set for our future, especially if our future feels uncertain and scary. This is a time for us to use for the good. Use it to get to know yourself or to realign your life with new goals, hopes or dreams. Maybe you have felt overwhelmed and unsure of what you are suppose to be doing right now, use this down time as a chance to gain clarity and focus. You are a warrior, don't you ever forget that! I believe in you! Do you?   This week, allow yourself the moments you have being laid up to being constructive for your future. You are not being lazy, you are healing your body, you are listening to what your body needs right now. This moment isn't forever. Use this time to dream, goal set, find focus, change directions, plan. What do you want from your life? What have you been missing out on since you got "laid up"? You can use this time for positive gains, just in a different way than you thought. You may not be on your feet at this moment, or unable to perform certain tasks right now, but prepare yourself for when your body is ready to get back at it. It'll be here before you know it!   So Rise up, faithful Warrior, and chase your dreams!! Until next time and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,  

In this episode of Dropping Bombs, I am pleased to welcome Troy Casey, the Certified Health Nut to the podcast this week. We dive into his journey from modeling to becoming a holistic health expert, including his time in the Amazon learning about powerful herbs and natural remedies. Troy also shares insights from his book, "Ripped at 50," focusing on self-love, purpose, and living a balanced life. I highly encourage you to check it out for yourself! We even touch on some of his more unconventional practices like urine therapy. This episode will surely leave you with a powerful message about the importance of your health. If you're looking to change your lifestyle, this episode is full of valuable advice and wisdom! What You'll Learn: Holistic health tips, how to live better   Highlights: Amazon Adventures Ripped at 50 Controversial Health Practices Mindset and Purpose Resources Mentioned:    https://www.certifiedhealthnut.com/  https://www.youtube.com/user/certifiedhealthnut    https://www.amazon.com/RIPPEDAT50-Journey-Self-Love/dp/1734407301 You can follow today's guest at:   https://www.instagram.com/certifiedhealthnut/?hl=en      Watch the full video episode on Brad's Rumble here: https://rumble.com/c/c-2544182 Watch the full video episode on Brad's Youtube here: https://bradlea.tv  

Practice Makes Permanence It was 1 year post-amputation before I felt confident enough to go out and try a 10K   Let's cut to the nitty gritty. Practice makes permanence not perfection. As an amputee it takes daily, mindful practice placing one step in front of the other to get comfortable in your prosthesis. To take time to practice what feels right and looks right is important to learning the proper gait which in turn will help keep the rest of your body healthy and stronger for the long run. If you start getting lazy, or not taking breaks and pushing yourself too hard too fast you might find yourself getting tired and losing focus and control over your practice. This is a journey, not an end game. I am still focused on my gait and I am almost 6 years post-amputation. Hiking on uneven, rocky terrain takes a lot of practice!   See the waddle? I can tell I was being lazy or I was hurting based on this one snapshot.   Woah! Working on balance and leg strength is important everyday so you can go off roading!   And once again, I try to challenge myself on different terrain. Winter hiking boots on snow/ice! Quite the trek!     Be mindful as you work on walking. Pay attention to your hips being engaged and swinging your legs through your step versus swinging it out and around. Take your steps slow and be patient. Walk wherever you can and make learning your prosthesis a full time job, it's important! Also, be mindful of when you're getting tired and take a break so you don't resort to bad posture and gait. I know you can do it, remember it is a journey and one worth practicing al the time. Rise up, Warriors, and get to steppin'! And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love, Me and My Guys in Hollywood Studios, FL

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O'Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - HUNG CAO - Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Virginia WEBSITE: https://www.hungforva.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/HungCao_VA Trump rally counter-sniper backs bombshell ‘evidence tampering' claims by House GOPers POLITICO: Is this thing on? Harris and Trump battle over hot mics at debate. Bald Eagle Feared Injured Turns Out to Be Healthy, Just 'Too Fat to Fly' After Big Meal Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Tuesday, August 27, 2024 / 7 AM Hour  O'Connor and Company is proudly presented by Veritas AcademySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hippocrates said, "Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food." That line is just as true today as it was when the Greek physician said it 2,500 years ago. We know we are what we eat and drink, yet we don't always consume what's best for our bodies, minds, or souls. On this week's show, we gather together three experts to examine the impact our diets, our cravings, and mental health have on our lives. We begin with Linda Shiue, a doctor and chef who guides her patients to cook healthier meals by harnessing the power of spices. Linda was just starting to spread the word about spices when we first met her in 2016. She's back in our studio to discuss her latest book, Spicebox Kitchen: Eat Well and Be Healthy with Globally Inspired, Vegetable-Forward Recipes. Then, we speak with Harvard Medical School psychologist Dr. Ronald D. Siegel. A long-time student of mindfulness meditation, he explains the psychology of happiness, and why humans use food and drink as a pathway to achieve it. Finally, we explore mental and spiritual health with Dr. David Wallace, founder of the New Orleans sober bar, Dream House Lounge. Aside from delicious zero proof drinks and an energizing oxygen bar, Dream House is a place where Dr. David encourages what he calls, "soul care." For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

Risks and Rewards, Tips and Tricks Traveled to the "Happiest Place on Earth" as an amputee   Traveling is exhausting for anyone. Spending a day in an amusement park can take the most energetic person and turn them into a melt down of epic proportions. Add in the heat and humidity of a Florida summer AND thousands of people and it becomes an challenge that the ordinary person struggles to finish. Now add in someone missing a leg, dealing with sweating in a prosthesis that wants to shift on you and chafe your leg, sprinkle in the dodging of people who only seem to be concerned with their own schedule, and lines that you stand in, totaling hours, throughout the day and you have one of the biggest opportunities to rise to the occasion and show what you're made of.   The amount of people is amazing!   Traveling is fun. The Jungle Cruise during the final show at Disney World   Tron ride was EPIC , and probably to the only ride that me fitting into was questionable, but absolutely doable for even me, an above knee amputee.   Traveling is challenging. Overall, I decided to amputate so I could GET BACK to the life I was living before my knee injury, and that is exactly why I go thru all of those obstacles and challenges. I WANT TO LIVE!!! Fully and completely. Golfing is fun but challenging....I love a challenge!   Enjoying the rides, like Pirates, with my family!   That was an amazing day! Almost 11 miles and one exhausted momma! But look at that view (and ALL THOSE PEOPLE)!   What kind of life do you want? What can you handle? I have experienced moving around on trips and amusement parks as an able-bodied person, and injured momma in a wheelchair, and as an amputee. This week I give you some ideas of what to expect, what to pack, and how to deal with the ins and outs of highly populated places such as Disney World and Universal.   Get ready to pack your bags and begin your journey! Enjoy the journey. Be present. Live your life! You can travel, too, just be prepared (oh, and make sure you stretch!). You may be an amputee but you can still enjoy taking trips.     This may seem irrelevant to the topic of travel but I assure you it is very relevant: STRETCH! Make stretching a part of your day, everyday! I didn't and my back was screaming at me the day after our 1st park. The way I had to walk, in the heat, around all those people, looking out for myself, and my safety, made my body move in non-natural ways that over the miles and hours of being on my feet really exhausted my back and hips. I had 2 days and nights of phantom pains and back pains and all I could do was push through it and continue with our plans, trying to ignore the pain. On one of the final nights back in our resort I decided to sit on the ground and give my good leg a nice stretch only to realize how very tight I was. Don't wait til you have issues like I did. I am now starting to stretch every morning and evening to help my flexibility and my mobility. Your Call to Action this week is to do the same. Implement a stretching routine for yourself so you keep flexible. Even 5 minutes a day is better than nothing, so get started, TODAY!!   Also, listen into my IG Live chat Un(Limb)ited Conversation this week as Jackie, DPT and I discuss stretches for post-amputation mobility. You can find it on Instagram @BAWarrior360. Every other Wednesday at 4:00 pm MST I hope you join us!   OK, Warriors, rise up, and get traveling! Life is a journey, not a destination. Have a beautiful week and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,   Not all who wander are lost.    

Setbacks Happen, You Are Not Alone   The reality is that after your amputation the journey is just beginning. The journey is filled with ups and downs and everything in between. I wished I could tell you that once your limb physically heals, from the surgery, that it's all downhill from there but that wouldn't be accurate for 99% of the amputees. Most of us will deal with 2-3 years of limb volume changes making the socket fitting process a true test of patience and resilience. Add in phantom pains, possible neuromas, skin breakdown, etc and the challenges can seem daunting and never-ending But have no fear, the journey is not an easy one, but can be so very rewarding. You should be setting goals for yourself, depending where you are in your journey. This life is a journey; embrace it, wherever you are at in it.   You will build character and learn so much about yourself, too. I know you are going through some rough times right now, but you're not alone. I see you. I have been where you are, and I will probably have a rough go at it sometime in the near future. This is the life of an amputee. There is beauty in the struggle, though. Your mindset can dictate, and WILL dictate your outcomes. You have two choices, play the victim or play the hero of your story. Your mindset matters. If you are in the middle of a setback in your journey, have no fear. This is the moment to take a breathe, be present, and begin to anticipate what beauty is to come. What do you want to achieve? Where do you see yourself once you heal or get past this hurdle?   At this moment, when life seems too much and you are frustrated and feeling like you'll never get back to the way you were before your setback remember that this moment is setting you up for a leap forward and in the right direction. Get your mindset correct and be ready for the positive changes. Use this time to create a plan that makes you happy, one that you can be excited about as you anticipate your full recovery, from whatever is holding back right now. If you visualize a positive momentum to come, you can will it to happen. Sending your mind positive thoughts and imagery is exactly how to succeed. Pause in this moment, take a few deep cleansing breathes and prepare yourself for a positive shift. You've got this, Warrior!!! Don't lose hope.   I'm praying for you!   Until next time and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!   Much love,        

Enjoy YOUR Journey   Enjoy YOUR Journey     This is YOUR life. It looks like no one else's and YOU are like no one else in the world….. so why do we compare our journey to everyone else's? I understand, when life gets hard, and we see someone kicking butt and everything appears to be amazing for them, we wish that was what we had, but don't be mistaken. Everyone has valleys as well as mountain tops. When you see someone that makes you wish for things to be like their life you forget that they were probably struggling not too long ago. You also miss out on YOUR journey and the beautiful moments that are happening to you and around you. Horse kisses make me happy   A wedding dance with my Dad   Being with my guys   A starting point is the beginning of a new journey. And each of us starts in a different place. Do not compare yourself to anyone else. Start looking at your life NOT as a derailed train but a new direction to explore, new skills to be learned, and amazing people to meet and gain valuable experiences.     Find time today to look in the mirror and truly appreciate and embrace this moment right now. It's time to climb your mountain, rise to the challenges in life, commit to what you want and consistently get after it. Embrace your journey. Embrace your starting point. Remember anything is possible with commitment and consistency. Dare to dream and rise up, Warriors!!! Have a blessed week and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love,

Staying Present to Live Fully   I played sports all my life and the one take away from all of those years was that if I wasn't focused on the moment then I wasn't going to perform at my best. You've heard the saying, "Keep your eye on the ball" or "Keep your eye on the prize" and you have probably understood it in the context it was told to you. I heard it a million times in all the years I played softball. It wasn't a metaphor, it was literal. "Don't lose sight of the ball."-You can't hit a ball you aren't looking at, and you can't field a ball you don't see. But how about hearing that saying in life? Can you see how this relates to your daily living? All too often we spend time waiting for the next best thing to happen. We look forward to being out of this moment, and when we will feel happiness or joy again. We try to avoid living in the present when the present is too pain to handle. But what about right now? I read something the other day that made me really think. What are we waiting for? The end of the journey is the grave. We should be living in this moment for all it's worth, enjoying the battles and the victories. We must learn to embrace the bad times as much as the good ones because we learn from all moments, we create memories in all moments.   Moments like this make a pain-filled day just what I needed to find my smile.   Life is good and life is hard. Without the hard moments, the ones where we live in a valley, were cannot fully appreciate the good ones. This week I want you to focus on living in the present. Stop time by living fully IN time.   A quiet moment with my pup. Breathe in, breathe out. I don't mean for you to wallow in your pain, that's not the moment I am talking about. But in those hard and painful moments life is happening all around you. The sun is shining, the dogs are cuddling up against you, a friend sends you a special text. Your moment isn't just the pain you might be feeling but all the things happening around you and to you. It's ok to acknowledge your pain and struggles, just don't live there, and don't give it power. Acknowledge and move on. You are a warrior. You are stronger than you know. Keep your eye on the ball and live a full life, the life you were always meant to live!     This week, every night before you go to bed, make a list of 5 things that made you feel good, happy, loved, appreciated, alive. Whatever you noticed that brought you joy and happiness. This doesn't have to be a writing assignment, just a list. Maybe you smelled the rain and it relaxed you. Maybe your puppy came and cuddled up next to you and you felt relaxed and loved. Maybe the sun shining down through the trees brought you a sense of peace. This is about staying present and appreciating the little things that happen throughout the day. We must practice staying present everyday because we become so easily caught up in the wanting and yearning of a new day or a better life, or wanting everything that's just out of reach instead of seeing how many good things are happening throughout the day to us. Stay present. Appreciate the little moments. Move past the pain by acknowledging it and then moving on from it. You are strong and capable. You are a fighter, so fight! You are worthy, so pick up your head and hold yourself up high. Until next week, and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love,   These are the moments I live for  

Normalizing Phantom Pain   No matter what you think, every amputee has issues at some point or another. No one is exempt from phantom pain or phantom sensations even though it appears as they do. Most successful people, meaning those who appear to be living their best life after amputation, do not sit around thinking about phantom pain or wallowing in it, they keep moving, they keep pushing through it, until they make it through…for at least that episode. I was once told that talking about it and harping about the phantom pain only gave it power over me, so I try very hard not to talk about it. Moving through an episode, that is what I call them because they come on quick, last for a brief moment in time and then disappear as quickly as they came on…only to be repeated again in the future. But moving through an episode can be a lonely place and often times hard. Making a decision to keep doing life despite it and not letting it get the best of you takes mental fortitude. Some days I feel like I have it…other days, not so much. This week is one of those weeks. Monday I struggled all day. Tuesday I forced myself to the gym and grocery shopping, only to feel exhausted by the end of it all and only to find it tough to get sleep Tuesday night… BUT, I made life happen for me, not to me! I chose to get active and I felt better that I had, mentally, even though physically I was still struggling. You have to choose your battles. Know when to push through  and know when your body and mind need a break. Just don't give up and never, for a second, think you are the only one that is struggling. You are NOT. Be strong, dear Warrior! You will get through it!   I hope you have a blessed week and one filled with positive momentum forward! U ntil next week and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!! much love,

Prepare Yourself! Your steps backward are prepping you to be rocketed forward. Ever feel like you are being held down, pushed backwards, not making forward progress? I've been there and it can be so frustrating! Sometimes it feels like you are never going to get back to where you were or progress any further What I have learned over these past 12 years of setbacks and surgeries, backward movement and disappointment, is that whenever I have gone through those moments, sooner or later, I am back to where I once was AND usually further along than I could've ever imagined…and sometimes down a path I would never have seen. Sometimes these “valleys” take days , weeks or even months. Mine lasted 5 years of hoping and praying that life would cut me a break…little did I know that a simple pop of my MCL in a karate graduation would amount to an amputation 5 years later, and some of the most profound and wonderful moments of my life!!! We need to remember that when we have setbacks- they won't last forever, and that these setbacks are stressing us to launch us into something greater than we could ever have fathomed. Prepare yourself; your heart, mind and body, for something great to happen. Don't get down and give up, instead be prepared for your launch! Be prepared for something amazing and spectacular to happen on your life. Setbacks are a way to a new path and usually one that sets us up for greatness. Be prepared to be launched!! This week starts mentally preparing yourself for your launch, especially if you feel that you've been knocked down or held back by some illness, frustration, situation in your life. Start seeing what could be and what might happen and see the positive side, get excited for change to come and push you further than you could ever believe you'd go. Sometimes just preparing our minds to accept change that might come can manifest itself into reality. “If you can think it you can do it” sort of scenario. Don't get down, just know that you are being stressed and stretched to be sling shot forward into a whole new situation with all new possibilities. Just know that you won't be where you are forever. You are being prepared to experience a forward movement and back to climbing to that mountain top. I hope you have a beautiful week ahead. And as always. Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!! much love, Angie   #bawarrior360 #believinginyourself #limbloss #podcast #personaljourney #launch #setbacksaresetups #prepareyourself #amputeelife #ampstrong #valleystomountaintops #slingshot

Breathe In, Breathe Out   Sometimes we forget one of the most basic of human needs, breathing. Yes, of course we continue to breathe everyday, I'm not saying we stop breathing, what I AM saying is that we forget HOW to breathe. I know I can get caught up in emotions and stress and only do shallow breathes or even hold my breathe, at times. This is not good for us, we must practice taking good, deep, and cleansing breathes everyday. When we take part in active breathing, we can clear our bodies of toxins and bad energy and bring in the goodness around us, the energy of the earth and nature. Breathe in through the nose, breathe in good energy, life-giving energy. Breathe out through the mouth and rid yourself of bad, negative energy and toxins. We should be taking time everyday to work on this and thus reap the benefits of cleansing breath. Even if for only 5-10 minutes a day. I bet after a while you will make time for longer sessions, only to gain the rewards of spending time with yourself. You'll be surprised on how practicing breathing will elevate things, such as; stress and pain. Why WOULDN'T you want to do this? I know, I know. It's hard to find the time, but like all things that we want to do throughout a day, we learn to make the time, until you can't do without it. Building good habits only takes a couple of weeks of dedication for it to stick and become routine.   Try it! That is your Call to Action for this week. Find time to give yourself a break. Get comfortable, sit upright and breathe. Clear your mind of your busy schedule, your to do list, and things that have been weighing on your mind. Let it all go for this time period and give yourself the time to just "Be". If you struggle to quiet your mind and you find yourself wandering, it's ok, just redirect you mind to quiet down and refocus on the moment. Sometimes I find myself counting in my mind to redirect the thoughts and get back to a quiet mind. Stay consistent and don't give up. If you are struggling with phantom limb pain you might find this to be releasing. When stress seems to take over your physical well being try it and find your peace and focus again. I hope you all have a wonderful and safe 4th of July! and as always, Be Healthy, be Happy, Be YOU!! Much love,      

A popular part of Paul's weekly podcast is his diverse recommendations from his massive home library where he's done so much research on his newly revealed, magnum opus project, Spirit Gym.This week on Spirit Gym, Paul reveals the 10(+) books that have changed his life, tackling everything from agriculture, food and disease to the Tao Te Ching, quantum science and occult entitles.Sign up for our Spirit Gym podcast membership, so you can access members-only extended version of the podcast along with exclusive Q&A opportunities with Paul at this link. Timestamps3:45 A short history of Spirit Gym.18:29 Nutrition and Physical Degeneration by Weston Price.39:37 Science in Agriculture: Advanced Methods For Sustainable Farming by Arden Andersen.45:54 The Flexner Report.50:16 Do you consume real vitamins?1:07:54 “Knowledge can be taught, but the intuitive understanding/consciousness is multidimensional.”1:17:13 The rampant use of pesticides.1:28:09 “What we breathe makes it around the world.”ResourcesPaul's Living 4D conversations with Matt Gallant and Wade Lightheart, Jason E. Smith, James Hollis, Paul Levy and Amit GoswamiThe work of Amy Fournier, Dr. Royal Lee, Friend Sykes, William Albrecht, Rowena Kryder and Wolfgang PauliXerophthalmiaPaul's free six-part audio series with Matthew Wallden on The Honest VegetarianParamagnetism: Rediscovering Nature's Secret Force of Growth by Philip CallahanNutrition and Your Mind by George WatsonFind more resources for this episode on our website.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy 20th anniversary editionWild PasturesWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

What does education really mean to the average human? Is it opening textbooks or listening to lectures, then memorizing facts that you'll forget 10 minutes after taking a test, or information you can apply in the real world?Matthew Wallden, the CHEK Institute's Global Head of Education Development, returns to the podcast to talk about real education, the kind of development that changes the way you interface with life and the world surrounding you in this deep Living 4D conversation.Learn more about Matthew's work on his website and on social media via Facebook, X/Twitter and Instagram. Check out his FREE six-part audio series with Paul, The Honest Vegetarian, on Chekiva.Timestamps Real education is all in the application. (2:49)Alchemy and the human body. (14:04)Sticking to the basics and simplicity. (21:39)“The tai chi symbol is the ultimate example of simplicity and complexity.” (35:47)Twenty percent of the world's population suffers from chronic or persistent pain. (50:51)Can a woman have an astral uterus? (1:03:34)The fear response that sets your body's stressors in motion. (1:16:14)The allostatic load model. (1:29:27)Studying hamstring injuries. (1:37:02)Why are students learning the wrong things about health problems? (1:44:46)Understanding the insular cortex. (1:58:38)A preview of Spirit Gym. (2:05:55)ResourcesClinical Biomechanics: Musculoskeletal Actions and Reactions by R.C. SchaferThe ghost in the machine — Is musculoskeletal medicine lacking soul?, an editorial written by Matthew and Paul for the Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies (FREE access)The work of Lao-Tzu, Margaret A. Newman, William A. Tiller, Dr. Daniel Siegel, the late Barbara J. Headley and Dr. Andrew HubermanFind more resources for this episode on our website.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy 20th anniversary editionWild PasturesWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Guess who's back, back again. Kingsbu's back, tell ALL your friends! Here's a little open source solocast on where I've gotten my go-to regimens to remain Physically Fit. I'm talking mitochondrial health habits/supps, sunlight, leveraging blood flow restriction in my workouts and of course some sleep talk. Enjoy and share it yall!   Trimester One with Fit For Service was the best program I've personally put together so far. We had 40 folks come with honesty and commitment. We went through cleanses, workout overhauls, working-in practices, optimized our diets and sleep. Then topped it all off with a gathering at the feet of Montana Mountains. Come join me to get on track to the best shape of your life and kick it out in Sedona this fall for Trimester 2.   Show Notes: Fit For Service - Physically Fit Trimester 2 Sedona  Optimized Paleo Podcast Ep #310: The Surprising Truth About Seed Oils  KKP #280 Paul Saladino aka Carnivore Doc Spotify Apple “Health and Light” by John N Ott Free online archive Amazon "How to Eat, Move, and Be Healthy" by Paul Chek Tetragrammaton with Ruck Rubin - Dr Jack Kruse and Andrew Huberman Part 1 YouTube Apple  Spotify  Tetragrammaton with Ruck Rubin - Dr Jack Kruse and Andrew Huberman Part 2 YouTube Apple Spotify "Light, Medicine of the Future" by Jacob Liberman #314 Dr Mike Debord - Bloodflow Restriction Bands  Apple  Spotify  "Luminous Life" by Jacob Liberman "Ultimate Guide to Methylene Blue" by Mark Sloan "Methylene Blue: Magic Bullet" by Dr John Lieurence  KKP #340 Justin Nault -  Health as a Biproduct of Loving Yourself First Apple Spotify   "Sleep" by Nick Littlehales  A Return to Eros(paperback) A Return to Eros(audiobook)   Sponsors: HVMN You can save 30% off your first subscription order of Ketone-IQ at Ketone.com/KKP Organifi Go to organifi.com/kkp to get my favorite way to easily get the most potent blend of high vibration fruits, veggies and other goodies into your diet! Click that link and use code “KKP” at checkout for 20% off your order! Wild Health Head to WildHealth.com/kkp for 20% off your membership cost and make sure you have “KKP” applied at checkout.  Paleovalley Some of the best and highest quality goodies I personally get into are available at paleovalley.com, punch in code “KYLE” at checkout and get 15% off everything! To Work With Kyle Kingsbury Podcast   Connect with Kyle: Twitter: @KINGSBU  Fit For Service Academy App: Fit For Service App  Instagram: @livingwiththekingsburys - @gardenersofeden.earth  Odysee: odysee.com/@KyleKingsburypod  Youtube: Kyle Kingbury Podcast  Kyles website: www.kingsbu.com - Gardeners of Eden site    Like and subscribe to the podcast anywhere you can find podcasts. Leave a 5-star review and let me know what resonates or doesn't.

Shadow work is so important if you want to learn about the unconscious roadblocks that prevent you from living your very best life. So how and where do you begin to do the work?Learn why the Shadow is a normal part of everyone's life and the one thing people are never told about spiritual growth with paranormal expert, teacher and author Kaedrich Olsen in this illuminating Living 4D conversation.Discover more about Kaedrich's work on his website. Find him on social media via Facebook, Instagram and YouTube (also via GaldraKraft).Check out Kaedrich's audio program with Paul — Are You Possessed? — where they share their extensive experience with entity possession at the CHEK Shop. TimestampsKaedrich defines the Shadow. (3:45)You can get angry and be a spiritual person at the same time. (7:06)Shadows are natural, normal parts of the human experience, and not evil. (17:13)Why kids in the same household can live very different lives. (25:07)Fun things happen when people begin to master their Shadow work. (36:00)Similarities attract and perpetuate: Kaedrich's first rule for working with paranormal interactions. (40:53)“We are an amalgam of the five people we keep closest to us.” (49:59)The Shadow and evil. (1:02:03)Spiritual transhumanism. (1:10:04)“Ninety percent of our thoughts and feelings do not originate with us.” (1:22:13)What is your goal state? (1:28:00)Are we meant to experience hardships? (1:39:55)One thing people are never told about spiritual growth. (1:47:48)The alpha point. (1:51:47)Do you need to schedule a half-hour a day so you can feel like crap? (2:02:03)Have fun: One of Kaedrich's rules for interacting with the paranormal. (2:10:00)Interruptive processing. (2:14:34)ResourcesUltimate performed by Gogol Bordello on YouTube Kaedrich's recent appearance on Open Minds with Regina Meredith on GaiaPaul's Living 4D conversation with Kaedrich Olsen on Are You Possessed?Runes For Transformation: Using Ancient Symbols to Change Your Life by Kaedrich OlsenFind more resources for this episode on our website.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy 20th anniversary editionWild PasturesWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

A lot has changed for Drew Canole since the last time the mastermind behind Organifi made his way to the Rainbow House nearly five years ago.Drew shares the life-changing reasons why he's stepped back from Organifi and joins Paul in reviewing the basics of healthy living that never change in this heart-melting Living 4D conversation.Look out for Drew on social media via Instagram.TimestampsThe six-month-old reason why Drew stepped back from Organifi. (1:22)If you're eating processed foods containing glyphosate, what does that tell your body? (13:07)The steps and expense that keeps Organifi's sourcing standards high. (28:25)Organifi's latest product launch. (37:27)Never manage your stress with bad nutrition. (41:30)“Every organ has a consciousness.” (51:20)Paul's marriage advice to Drew. (1:07:50)“It takes a tribe to raise a child.” (1:13:58)Your gift to the world. (1:22:06)ResourcesScience in Agriculture: Advanced Methods For Sustainable Farming  by Arden AndersenPemmicanThe work of Dr. Royal Lee, Weston A. Price, St. Hildegard of Bingen and Paul BraggPaul's Living 4D conversations with Mimi Lindquist and Chase Ramey and Angie ChekDemeter USAWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy 20th anniversary editionWild PasturesWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Are you eager to take a trip into the greater universe?Join Paul and his very special guest, Tod Desmond, author of Psyche and Singularity: Jungian Psychology and Holographic String Theory, as they explore black holes, singularities, the horizon of the cosmos, God and the rest of multiverse in this interstellar Living 4D conversation.Take Tod's online class — Immortality and the Unreality of Death: A Hero's Journey Through Philosophy, Psychology and Physics — on his website and his YouTube channel playlist. Find him via social media on Facebook.TimestampsA keen interest in Catholicism. (9:25)Tod's theory about Nietzsche. (15:18)Defining terms. (22:47)Did Carl Jung surpass Sigmund Freud? (34:55)A gravitational singularity. (44:48)The horizon of the cosmos. (51:54)“Information doesn't need a body.” (1:00:35)A spinning singularity. (1:11:30)Jung's near-death experience. (1:18:50)“Imprisoned in our own little box of illusion...” (1:23:11)Black holes = geometrically perfect mandalas. (1:30:05)“Each of us is a singularity.” (1:37:04)Imperfect temporary projections from an archetype. (1:46:00)The theodicy argument. (1:52:46)“A literal interpretation of scripture will get you in trouble.” (2:07:36)God: The singularity who sees through every other singularity simultaneously. (2:11:31)ResourcesTod's recent appearance on Jeffrey Mishlove's New Thinking Allowed on YouTubeThe Tao of Physics: An Exploration of the Parallels Between Modern Physics and Eastern Mysticism by Fritjof CapraThrough the Wormhole with Morgan Freeman Season 1, Episode 2 (free)Paul's Living 4D conversations with Jeffrey Mishlove, James Carse and JP SearsJung's psychoid archetypeFind more resources for this episode on our website.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy 20th anniversary editionWild PasturesWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Discover how blood flow restriction (BFR) training can make a huge difference in the way you train your body and speed up your recovery from injury with Dr. Mike Bord in this stimulating Living 4D conversation.Learn more about Mike's work and the B3 bands on via social media on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. For Living 4D listeners: Purchase a set of B3 BFR bands and receive FREE coaching, exercise tubing, a backpack and shipping, along with access to live calls and the BFR Exercise Library by checking out this link and mentioning Paul's name or Living4D in the survey. (Special offers from Living 4D guests are time-sensitive and at their discretion to redeem after 30 days.)TimestampsThe best kind of nitric oxide for your body. (8:20)How B3 bands help your body generate more growth hormone, even with lighter weights. (15:52)The weekly strength training time limit once you age into your middle years. (26:26)Tapping the metabolic pathway. (34:18)More mitochondria and less soreness. (41:45)Thyroid stimulating hormone. (56:37)“You should feel the buzz when you do BFR.” (1:03:19)BFR + cold plunges = a natural anti-inflammatory. (1:13:50)Mike became a BFR true believer after a hip replacement. (1:26:55)Any limitations on BFR? (1:33:00)ResourcesThe work of Dr. Yoshiaki Sato and Frederick HatfieldThe Buteyko breathing techniquePaul's Living 4D conversations with Kyle Kingsbury and Chris DuffinMike talks to Kyle Kingsbury about blood flow restriction training on YouTubeThanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy 20th anniversary editionWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Welcome to Episode 180 of the Being Human Podcast: The Psychology of JP2: A Bold Proposal In this week's episode, Dr. Greg explores a bold new proposal for a Catholic standard of mental health rooted in the psychology of St. John Paul II. Dr. Greg entreats all Catholic psychologists and therapists to mine the treasures of JP2's Personalism in order to offer hope, clarity, and healing in an increasingly confused and suffering world. Discussed in this episode: Why St. John Paul II's psychology is more brilliant, effective and important to study than any other psychologist (including Freud) The significance of human dignity and personhood in mental health care How the teachings of JP2 can combat the modern mental health crises Pitfalls of a solely scientific approach to mental health The big difference between subjective criteria for mental health and a clear standard for mental health (and why there is no standard for mental health) Being a Catholic psychologist does not mean simply being Catholic in the secular study of psychology Anyone saying they are doing Catholic therapy should be an expert in both the science of psychology and the philosophy of psychology How a model that integrates the spiritual and material dimensions of the human person offers deeper insights and more effective care compared to secular models Find out how you can contribute to and benefit from a Catholic standard of mental health Resources mentioned or relevant:  Please share your feedback (drgreg@catholicpsych.com) and share this podcast episode with Catholic mental health professionals If you are a Catholic mental health professional, join the waiting list for Fellowship, a practical way to deeply connect the dots between your identity as a therapist and a Catholic Person and Act by Karol Wojtyla Person and Community by Karol Wojtyla Writings, speeches, and encyclicals of Pope St. John Paul II Setting the Stage: Early Plays of St. John Paul II   Past Being Human podcast episodes: Episode 174: Healing or Harm? Unveiling the Truth about Bad Therapy Episode 173: Unmasking Disintegration: Examining the APA's Stance on Gender Identity Episode 145: What Does It Mean to Be Healthy? Episode 124: A Letter to Catholic Mental Health Professionals Episode 123: Fake Science and Real Compassion Episode 121: How the APA is Schizophrenic Episode 81: The Lies of the American Psychological Association Episode 72: The DSM Disease (Part One) Read more on the CatholicPsych blog: What Does Catholic Psychology Mean? More on Catholic Psychology Learn more about our Certification program: CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism Need help? Schedule a free consultation with someone on our team to discuss how we can support you; Sign up for Being Human, our weekly newsletter, to stay up to date on the exciting developments at CatholicPsych; Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available;  Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, courses, prayer resources, and more;  Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, plus the opportunity to participate in Integrated LIVE's - weekly, Mentor hosted Q&As covering topics like boundaries, communication, trauma, forgiveness, and more! Follow us on Instagram: @catholicpsych   Contact us! Have a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address on the podcast? Want to give some feedback about this episode? Email us at beinghuman@catholicpsych.com - we would love to hear from you!   Rate, review, and subscribe   Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends.   Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings.   For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review.” Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

Is it possible that a functional food — a mushroom culture extract derived from shiitake mushroom mycelia — can have the healing power of most pharmaceuticals without many of the side effects?Discover the potential benefits of Active Hexose Correlated Compound (AHCC) with Mimi Lindquist and Chase Ramey in this Living 4D conversation.Learn more about Mimi and Chase on their TheMedicin website, and listen to their weekly podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to them. Visit their store to discover their AHCC-based products and more. Find them on social media via Instagram.For Living 4D listeners: Save 10 percent on Immune Intel AHCC® by using the promo code CHEK10 at checkout. (Special offers from Living 4D guests are time-sensitive and at their discretion to redeem after 30 days.)  TimestampsRising cancer rates. (15:13)“If [AHCC] was a pharmaceutical…” (29:55)Mimi's introduction to the health benefits of mushrooms. (34:35)Mushrooms help the body do what it's meant to do. (43:23)The mushroom zeitgeist triggers new debates. (52:51)Chase's advice for choosing a good mushroom supplement. (58:02)A research overview of AHCC. (1:07:58)AHCC testimonials. (1:22:27)What's considered a safe dose? (1:29:10)ResourcesThe Science of AHCC: Japan's Medical Breakthrough in Immunotherapy by Dr. Fred PescatoreEntangled Life: The Illustrated Edition by Merlin SheldrakeThe work of Jeff Chilton and Paul StametsPaul's Living 4D conversation with Mimi Lindquist and Dr. Nathan Riley Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy 20th anniversary editionWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Climate change and global warming have been such a huge part of the daily news cycle, could we be distracted from the real problems that are harming our planet and human health?Jayne Buxton, author of The Great Plant-Based Con, exposes the mind games disguised as “solutions” that have confused and sickened so many people — like diets that exclude meat or most fruits and vegetables — and shares what we can do to take back control of the conversation engineered by the billionaire architects behind the scenes and protect our health in this non-vegan Living 4D conversation.Learn more about Jayne and her work on her website or via social media on X/Twitter.TimestampsThe food debate began in 2019. (6:02)The dreaded net zero. (19:32)Food: The most serious issue our nation faces. (34:01)Busting food myths. (43:39)Politics gets in the way of growing healthy food. (1:04:21)Everyone following the same fixed diet — vegetarian or keto — cannot be healthy for everyone. (1:11:54)How did food preferences become a person's identity? (1:17:40)“Nutritional epidemiology is dead and should be abolished.” (1:20:48)Could eating meat become illegal? (1:32:11)How vegetarianism evolved over time. (1:53:10)Is our world really experiencing global warming? (2:03:24)ResourcesEnding the Mother War: Starting the Workplace Revolution by Jayne BuxtonThe Vegetarian Myth: Food Justice and Sustainability by Lierre KeithFlawed Figures & Fragile Futures by Nadaline WebsterDiet For a Small Planet by Frances Moore LappePaul's Living 4D conversations with Matt Wallden on The Honest Vegetarian, Fred Provenza and Dr. Paul SaladinoThis Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. The Climate by Naomi KleinC40 CitiesAnnals of Internal MedicineGlobal warming potential (GWP)Find more resources for this episode on our website.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy 20th anniversary editionWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Wellness + Wisdom Episode 625 Wellness + Wisdom Podcast Host and Wellness Force Media CEO, Josh Trent, shares his experience and advice about how to deal with the stress that accompanies challenging times in our lives, his #1 tip on how to get back to homeostasis and heal disease, and what men can do every day to practice self-love. Send Josh your AMA Question HERE! Today's Questions Stacie: I'm a beach volleyball coach, and I help kids through some first big life transitions, trying to get committed to playing college volleyball. What advice would you give them to manage stepping into something uncomfortable and unknown and what practices would help them navigate the stresses of it? Hayley: When it comes to holistic health and really getting to the root cause of a person's health and well-being, what system in the body, mind, and spirit are you looking to first? Is it the digestive system? Is it the nervous system? Is it our energetic chakras? From your perspective and from all knowledge and wisdom, what is the first line of defense that you are looking to support and to nourish when we're looking at deep holistic health? Faraz Khan: I am going through a practice of self-love and understanding the parts of me that I haven't loved in my childhood and going back to those. And so I'm super curious of what you do, how do you show up every single day with love and grace and compassion for yourself? And when the daily stressors hit you and your nervous system gets dysregulated, how do you bring that back into balance? And how do you hold love for yourself and for your kids and for your family? So I'm super curious about any tips, techniques, or practices that you use just for more self-love, brother. Love you. ❄️ Biohack Your Mind & Body with Plunge Ice Baths! Save $150 on your PLUNGE order with code "WELLNESSFORCE" As seen on Shark Tank, Plunge's revolutionary Cold Plunge uses powerful cooling, filtration, and sanitation to give you cold, clean water whenever you want it, making it far superior to an ice bath or chest freezer. ☀️ Live Life Well from Sunrise to Sunset Save 20% with code "WELLNESSFORCE" on everyone's favorite Superfoods brand, ORGANIFI, including their Sunrise to Sunset Bundle and their Women's Power Stack that includes HARMONY + GLOW for true hormonal balance and great health radiating through your beautiful skin. Click HERE to order your Organifi today.

If you have ever watched any of Paul's exercise videos on his YouTube channel, you've seen him using equipment made by Eleiko, one of the most successful family-owned companies in the world based in Sweden. Paul's love of Eleiko runs far deeper than merely being a serious fan of their equipment and gear as you'll discover in this week's Living 4D conversation/reunion with Gunnila and Erik Blomberg, the mainstays behind this internationally renowned company. The Blombergs share the deep respect and affection they have for Paul and the CHEK Institute and how Gunnila helped bring CHEK principles and How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy to an international audience hungering for it. Learn more about Eleiko — their array of equipment, educational offerings and success stories — on their website.TimestampsThe origins of Eleiko started with waffle irons. (4:12)Paul's role in keeping Eleiko focused on functional training, not machines. (13:30)What strength means to Gunnila and Erik. (22:44)Performance, learning and kindness. (27:20)Myths about kids training with weights. (31:23)Teaching true health versus selling unhealthy products. (40:55)Does the typical exercise routine start with a machine or free weights? (52:58)How Gunnila was so instrumental to Paul's work with How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy. (58:32)Passing the torch to the next generation. (1:05:38)Navigating the challenges and growth before, during and after the COVID pandemic. (1:12:30)Gunnila is a cool grandmother. (1:22:46)ResourcesThe Family Business NetworkWatch Gunnila describe how lifting makes her feel complete on YouTubeThanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20CHEK Academy Open HouseWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.