Podcasts about misdiagnosis

When Your Doctor Misses the Real Problem: A Pharmacist's Battle With Thyroid, Weight, and FaithIn this eye-opening episode, Dr. Tabatha sits down with Lisa—a pharmacist and Fast to Faith coach—who spent over two decades battling weight gain, brain fog, and fatigue, only to realize her doctors had been missing the bigger picture all along. Despite years on thyroid medication, no one ever tested her for Hashimoto's… until she took matters into her own hands.Lisa shares how functional medicine uncovered the gut issues, food triggers, and hormone imbalances that conventional medicine ignored—and how faith gave her the strength to heal from the inside out. If you've ever felt dismissed or stuck in your health journey, this conversation will empower you to become your own advocate and start thriving again.If you liked this episode, watch it on youtube!

Many people raised by toxic parents or caregivers don't always recognize the abuse present in their upbringing. It's often not until their adult relationships begin to break apart that they become aware of the abusive behavior patterns repeating from their childhood.    In this episode, I'm joined by mental health advocate and best-selling author Josh Connolly for a powerful and honest conversation about what toxic parenting really looks like and its lasting impact. We talk about parents' refusal to take accountability, how dysfunction gets passed off as the family “norm,” and why adult children carry guilt and shame about something they were once powerless to change.    Josh discusses his use of  the word “toxic,” and how emotional abuse often flies under the radar. Josh also explains his “body first” approach to recovery, including how reconnecting with your body—and using tools like breathwork—can help regulate your nervous system and make space for emotional clarity.   We tackle the popular notion of having to forgive in order to move forward, offering our explanation as to why this is not always the case, and discuss the difference between forgiveness and acceptance .   If you've experienced an upbringing within the context of toxic parenting, and as a result, have difficulty trusting your own internal experiences, or feel guilty for setting boundaries, you'll find this episode incredibly validating.   Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction  03:06 Breathwork and Nervous System Regulation 05:23 Understanding Empathy and Boundaries 07:55 Defining Toxic Parents 09:00 Emotional Abuse and Power Dynamics 12:00 Misdiagnosis and Appropriate Reactions 17:10 Appropriate Reactions to Dysfunctional Environments 19:27 The Issue of Forgiveness 24:01 The Dangers of Pushing Forgiveness 27:06 Realizing the Truth About Toxic Upbringings 32:05 The Importance of Being Held and Supported 35:13 Josh Connolly's Book: Purpose and Content 42:06 The Importance of Truth and Authenticity   Links Connect with Josh Connolly: https://www.instagram.com/josh_ffw/ https://www.facebook.com/joshffw https://www.tiktok.com/@josh_ffw https://twitter.com/josh_ffw https://www.youtube.com/c/JoshConnolly_FFW   Connect with Dr. Z: https://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/ https://www.zgrouptherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.z_psychologist/ https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.z_psychologist https://www.youtube.com/@DrJaimeZuckerman   Get my FREE breathing exercise here: http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/newsletter Register for my on demand virtual courses here: http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/workshops Order my workbooks! *Find Your Calm / Find Good Habits* http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/books Shop my new Mindfully Messy hoodie here: http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/apparel Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

Comedian and writer Clarissa opens up about her journey through the mental health system, her schizophrenia diagnosis, and the invisible labor of managing symptoms while appearing “fine.” We talk about what the system gets wrong, and what it takes to keep going. Follow Carissa Gomez (@doc_hollywood_) : https://linktr.ee/Doc_Hollywood Support the podcast:  Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpod Merch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices: https://legacyteasandspices.com Use code UP20 Follow Us: Podcast pages - https://linktr.ee/reydarpod https://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcast Rian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyes Josh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjamin

Comedian and writer Clarissa opens up about her journey through the mental health system, her schizophrenia diagnosis, and the invisible labor of managing symptoms while appearing “fine.” We talk about what the system gets wrong, and what it takes to keep going. Follow Carissa Gomez (@doc_hollywood_) : https://linktr.ee/Doc_Hollywood Support the podcast:  Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Merch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices: https://legacyteasandspices.com Use code UP20 Follow Us: Podcast pages - https://linktr.ee/reydarpod https://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Rian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyes Josh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjamin?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Did you know 1 in 10 dementia patients have a hidden diagnosis doctors often overlook? It's called mixed dementia—when someone has more than one type of dementia at the same time, usually Alzheimer's combined with vascular dementia. This overlooked condition can dramatically affect how dementia progresses and how best to care for your loved one. In this episode, I'll uncover why mixed dementia frequently goes undiagnosed, learn how to spot the subtle signs, and discover what this means for treatment, caregiving strategies, and your loved one's quality of life. If you'd like to see this episode on video, you can hop on over to my YouTube channel here. And if you need ongoing support, check out our Care Collective—a warm, supportive community for dementia caregivers, with live Q&A sessions, expert advice, and 24/7 access to resources.

In this episode, I discuss why multiple sclerosis (MS) is commonly misdiagnosed and delve into conditions that often mimic MS symptoms. We'll explore the McDonald criteria updates, diagnostic challenges, and conditions like fibromyalgia, migraines, Lyme disease, and others that often lead to misdiagnosis. I also provide insights into key symptom similarities and differences, along with potential distinguishing tests. If you suspect a misdiagnosis, I'll guide you on steps to take, from self-assessment to approaching your neurologist confidently. Join us for an exploration of MS misdiagnosis that aims to empower you with knowledge and strategies to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com Website: www.MSingLink.com Social: ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

In this episode of Let's Talk Leadership, we sit down with Clare Simpson Co-Founder of Nexus and Sarvas Health, to explore her bold journey leading two pioneering healthtech startups. Clare shares what motivated her to tackle two of healthcare's biggest challenges—closing the gaps in women's health and addressing chronic disease misdiagnosis with AI-powered solutions.We dive into the realities of startup life, from the highs of innovation to the tough leadership moments that come with building teams from the ground up. Clare opens up about the fundraising landscape, the unique hurdles female founders face, and how she's creating inclusive, mission-driven cultures at both companies.Whether you're passionate about healthtech, women's health, or the future of AI in healthcare, this conversation is full of inspiring insights and leadership lessons from a founder on a mission to drive real change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Conceive Baby podcast, host Tasha Jennings speaks with Alex Crisp, a MasterChef Australia star and dedicated ambassador for Endometriosis Australia. In light of Endometriosis Awareness Month, Alex opens up about her challenging journey to diagnosis after years of debilitating pain which took 13 years to identify as stage five endometriosis. Together we explore the transformative power of food and nutrition in managing endometriosis symptoms and the importance of awareness and early diagnosis.We unpack how Alex utilises food not only as a source of nourishment but as a crucial part of her management plan for endometriosis. Discussing the role of diet in controlling inflammation and hormone regulation, Alex shares insights into her personal experiences with food's impact on her health. The discussion highlights the need for wider understanding and better diagnosis processes, as well as Alex's advocacy work as a means to support and empower others in the journey towards health and wellness amidst chronic illness.ABOUT MY GUESTAlex Crisp is an esteemed Australian chef and a former contestant from the popular television show, MasterChef Australia. Besides her culinary achievements, Alex is a dedicated advocate for endometriosis awareness. Diagnosed with stage five endometriosis in 2020 after enduring years of debilitating symptoms, she has transformed her life through the effective use of food as a tool to manage her condition. As an ambassador for Endometriosis Australia, Alex leverages her platform to raise awareness and support others in similar situations.Key Takeaways:Alex Crisp discusses the lengthy and challenging journey leading to her diagnosis with stage five endometriosis after 13 years of debilitating and misdiagnosed symptoms.The power of food and nutrition is highlighted as a significant part of managing endometriosis, emphasising the importance of a diet that reduces inflammation and balances hormones.Misdiagnosis of endometriosis symptoms is common, leading to years of untreated pain and suffering for many women worldwide.The episode shares Alex's advocacy work with Endometriosis Australia, focusing on raising awareness and supporting others with similar struggles.Mental well-being and self-advocacy play critical roles in managing chronic health conditions like endometriosis, stressing the importance of trusting one's instincts and seeking multiple medical opinions.Notable Quotes:"Food has very much been the backbone of everything in my life... and being able to whip something up in the kitchen... it's literally like, you know, how different foods can trigger different reactions in your body." – Alex Crisp"Painful periods are not normal. Endometriosis is definitely a very experienced condition." – Alex Crisp"It's very much a subconscious thing... give her some credit, give her a cuddle and uplift her and recognize that what she's going through is hard and in a way it's really validating." – Alex Crisp"One conversation to change your life and I'm kind of living proof of that. So people get talking." – Alex Crisp"Trust your gut for a start. And second, it's get, you know, don't settle at one opinion. You hunt it until you feel satisfied." – Alex CrispResources: More about Alex - https://alexcrisp.com.au/ https://endometriosisaustralia.org/alex-crisp/Follow Alex on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alexcrisp__/?hl=enAlex Crisp's...

In episode 149 we look into the often-overlooked challenges of chronic Lyme disease and long hauler symptoms. Our guest, Dr. Jack Lambert, a leading authority on chronic illness and infectious disease, shares his groundbreaking approach to turning misdiagnoses into life-changing miracles.Episode Highlights:The Misdiagnosis Dilemma: Explore how common misdiagnoses hinder proper treatment and recovery.Breakthrough Recovery Blueprint: Learn the most effective strategies to overcome chronic Lyme and long hauler symptoms.Integrative Treatment Approaches: Discover how combining conventional and alternative therapies can optimize healing.Patient Success Stories: Hear real-life examples of individuals who transformed their lives with innovative recovery methods.Empowerment Through Knowledge: Gain practical tips for navigating the healthcare system and advocating for your own health.Why You Should Listen:This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by chronic Lyme disease or long hauler symptoms, as well as for those interested in integrative health solutions. Dr. Jack Lambert offers a unique blend of scientific expertise and personal compassion, making complex medical topics accessible and actionable. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or health enthusiast, you'll leave with powerful insights and practical strategies to kick-start your recovery journey.Resources & Links:Dr. Jack Lambert's Website: https://www.iddoctor.eu/Subscribe to the Renegade Health Boss Podcast for more inspiring health insights. If you enjoy this episode, please leave a rating, review, and share it with anyone who could benefit from these life-changing revelations.Watch the whole episode with link in bio or down below in the commentsJoin the conversation and share your thoughts on this transformative episode: #ChronicLyme #LongHaulerRecovery #FromMisdiagnosisToMiracles #DrJackLambert #RenegadeHealthBoss #HealthRevolutionSend us a textGet Transcripts here https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rIazw0fXYfj5_bkR_W8EuywI5sVJ3VYg?usp=drive_link

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD and guest Dr. Tanaya Narendra, also known as Dr. Cuterus, explore the complex issue of "heart syndrome" and its impact on mental and physical health. They discuss how societal shame and misleading alternative medical practices can lead to misdiagnoses and severe health consequences, especially among young men practicing semen retention. Dr. Narendra shares heartbreaking cases and warns about the stigmatization in sexual health care in India. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00 Explaining the Syndrome 01:21 Alternative Medicine Theory 02:48 Impact of Misconceptions 03:09 Concerns of Misdiagnosis 04:58 Lack of Delineation in Medicine 06:02 Tips for Young Men's Sexual Health 10:02 Stigma and Judgment in India Stay connected with Dr. Cuterus on social media for daily insights and updates. Don't miss out—follow her now and check out these links! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_cuterus/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_cuterus Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCuterus/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dr_cuterus Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vait8cZ6LwHpO0ZqTd2g Book Links: ENGLISH Amazon- https://www.wishlink.com/share/jhfyv Flipkart- https://www.wishlink.com/share/ya5g5 Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the most common symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea in women aren't the ones doctors are trained to recognize? In this episode, Dr. Megan Durr, an otolaryngologist from the University of California San Francisco, discusses obstructive sleep apnea in women with host Dr. Gopi Shah.  The doctors explore how symptoms in women differ from men, leading to missed diagnoses. They delve into the lack of literature on the topic and the potential for underrepresented groups to be overlooked. The conversation highlights the need for more inclusive screening tools and the long-term cardiovascular risks women face due to untreated sleep apnea. Dr. Durr emphasizes the importance of better diagnosing and treating sleep apnea in women.  TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction  00:18 - Recognizing Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Women  00:36 - Pregnancy and Obstructive Sleep Apnea  01:13 - Menopause and Sleep Disorders  01:59 - Underrepresented Groups and OSA 02:47 - Symptoms and Misdiagnosis in Women  04:40 - Screening Questionnaires and Gender Bias  05:59 - Clinical Observations and Gender Disparities  09:39 - Long-term Effects of OSA in Women  CHECK OUT THE FULL EPISODE BackTable ENT Podcast Episode #182 Understanding OSA in Women with Dr. Megan Durr https://www.backtable.com/shows/ent/podcasts/182/understanding-osa-in-women

Can you believe that one common dog disease is misdiagnosed 50% of the time! So then, how can we trust the accuracy of a diagnosis if our beloved pets are suffering?1️⃣ Sensitivity and specificity are crucial in diagnostic tests but often involve a trade-off. A highly sensitive test reduces false negatives, while a highly specific one cuts down false positives.2️⃣ Misdiagnosis can result from running inappropriate tests, lack of funds, incorrect history interpretation, and limited vet knowledge.3️⃣ Skin allergies, heart failure, mild lameness, Cushing's disease, and hypothyroidism are frequently misdiagnosed in dogs, often leading to unnecessary treatments.4️⃣ The case of hypothyroidism reveals up to fifty-nine percent of dogs diagnosed might not actually need treatment according to recent studies.

A meeting of Clare County Council has heard that a lack of recognition is resulting in those with FASD being misdiagnosed. Clare's councillors have been briefed on the impact of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, which is a series of conditions arising from a developing baby being exposed to alcohol, ahead of this week's meeting of the local authority. At present, it's estimated that 9,467 people in Clare are living undiagnosed with FASD. CEO of FASD Ireland, Tristan Casson-Rennie, says each individual needs to be more thoroughly examined on a case by case basis.

We dive into personal stories of misdiagnosis.

It's remarkable how many autistics are misdiagnosed with another illness or condition before or instead of learning they're autistic. Could it be that the medical profession doesn't even consider autism as a possible diagnosis? Hear about the other conditions and illnesses that are sometimes mistaken for autism.Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY!-->Free 30-day trial for the podcast listeners! https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk (affiliate link which helps the podcast) No credit card needed. Want to be a guest or know someone who would be a good guest? Fill out this form: https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.comCheck out other autistic shows:The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcmThe Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacpFrom The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamBeyond 6 Seconds: https://tinyurl.com/autbssOrion Kell...

Hearing that an illness is ‘all in your head' can have a damaging effect on self-worth and self-esteem.That's according to new research from the University of Cambridge that has revealed the impact of chronic diseases being misdiagnosed as psychosomatic.The study showed that patients whose symptoms were dismissed were more likely to experience high levels of depression, anxiety and lower mental wellbeing.In this special episode, Rachelle Abbott talks to lead author of the study Dr Melanie Sloan about the lasting effects of miscommunication between clinicians and patients, which range from low self-esteem to heavy distrust in healthcare services… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've ever left a doctor's office feeling unheard, struggled with weight gain that doesn't make sense, or been told that birth control is your only solution for PCOS—you're not alone.In this episode, I'm joined by Tallene and Sirak, the duo behind PCOS Weight Loss, to break down what's really happening in the body with PCOS, why so many women feel lost after their diagnosis, and how to take control of your health. We're unpacking the biggest myths about PCOS, why "just eat less and exercise more" doesn't work, and how balancing blood sugar and stress can be game-changers.But this conversation goes deeper than just symptom management. We're diving into the misdiagnosis problem, the link between insulin resistance and fertility, and the real lifestyle shifts that make a difference—without extreme dieting or over-exercising. Plus, we're getting into the benefits of strength training, the impact of dairy and gluten, and the most well-researched supplements for PCOS (that are actually worth your money).If you've ever felt like your body is working against you or you're overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this episode is here to give you clarity.Tallene and Sirak are the husband-and-wife team behind PCOS Weight Loss, a science-backed platform helping women take control of their symptoms through sustainable nutrition, strength training, and lifestyle changes.We Also Discuss:(00:20) PCOS, Reversal, Weight Loss, Pregnancy(05:24) Signs and Symptoms of PCOS(12:50) Hormonal Imbalances in PCOS(23:36) Exercise and Nutrition for PCOS(29:16) Dietary Considerations for Managing PCOS(37:50) PCOS Management(46:14) PCOS Weight Loss Organization OutreachThank You to Our Sponsors:Cronometer: Track your nutrition with precision— Cronometer provides real data on macros, micros, and everything in between for better health and performance. Get 15% OFF!Legion: Use code Tara20 for 20% off your first order and double loyalty cash back any order after that when you shop at LegionAthletics.comBroads: Broads gives you structured, progressive training and a powerhouse community to keep you strong, consistent, and unstoppable. Join today at broads.app and use code PODCAST for 20% off your first month! Find more from Tara: Website: https://www.taralaferrara.com/Instagram: @taralaferrara @thetaratalk @broads.appYoutube: Tara LaFerraraFind more from Tallene and Sirak:Instagram: @PCOSWeightLossWebsite: https://pcosweightloss.org

Miles Gilbreath, PA-C, speaks with 2024 Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship Winner Haven C. Donovan LAT, ATC, PA-S of DeSales University about the clinical pearl she wrote on Lisfranc diagnosis. 2025 scholarship applications are now being accepted! Check out PAOS.org/scholarship to learn more about this resource for PA students interested in a career in orthopaedics.

How well do we really understand the full spectrum of OCD? Many people—including professionals—struggle to recognize the various ways OCD can manifest beyond the commonly known themes. In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, host Kristina Orlova welcomes Dr. Kimberly Glazier Leonte, PhD and Dr. Jacquelin Gouniai, PsyD, LPC, co-founders of The OCD Academy. They introduce the OCD Awareness Scale, a new tool designed to bridge the gap in OCD education by providing a more comprehensive look at the disorder's many forms. Dr. Leonte and Dr. Gouniai discuss their professional experiences with OCD, the challenges of misdiagnosis, and the importance of increasing awareness for individuals, loved ones, and professionals. Dr. Gouniai also shares about her personal experience with OCD. The conversation highlights how their research has led to a scale that not only validates individual experiences but also helps guide effective treatment. Whether you're seeking to understand your own OCD, support a loved one, or improve clinical awareness, this episode provides valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of OCD research and treatment. Tune in to discover how the OCD Awareness Scale can help uncover the hidden dimensions of OCD. In This Episode: [00:00:03] Introduction to the OCD Whisperer Podcast [00:01:02] Meet the Guests: Dr. Kimberly Glazier Leonte & Dr. Jacquelin Gouniai [00:02:16] Why OCD Is So Commonly Misdiagnosed [00:03:45] The Role of Research in Expanding OCD Awareness [00:05:32] What Is the OCD Awareness Scale? [00:07:10] Breaking the Stigma: Recognizing Lesser-Known OCD Themes [00:09:05] How the Scale Helps Individuals with OCD [00:10:45] Using the Scale for Loved Ones and Caregivers [00:12:25] How Clinicians Can Use the Scale for Better Diagnosis [00:14:30] OCD in Children: Can Parents Use the Scale? [00:16:00] Jacquelin's Personal Journey with OCD and Misdiagnosis [00:18:20] The Global Need for OCD Education and Accessible Resources [00:20:15] Where to Find the OCD Awareness Scale [00:22:00] Final Thoughts and Resources for Listeners   Notable Quotes: "OCD can really latch onto anything. One of our goals was to create a tool that truly represents the full range of OCD themes and examples, so more people can recognize themselves in it." – Dr. Kimberly Glazier Leonte "If someone doesn't see their symptoms listed in a standard assessment, they might think they don't have OCD at all. Our hope is to make the diagnosis process more inclusive and accessible." – Dr. Jacquelin Gouniai "So many people go to primary care doctors or religious leaders first for help, and unfortunately, many don't recognize OCD when they see it. This scale can help bridge that gap." – Dr. Jacquelin Gouniai "I didn't think I had OCD because I wasn't washing my hands all the time. It took me years to realize my intrusive thoughts and rumination were classic OCD." – Kristina Orlova   Our Guests: Dr. Kimberly Glazier Leonte, PhD Kimberly is a clinical psychologist and co-founder of The OCD Academy. She specializes in OCD research, treatment, and education, focusing on increasing awareness of underrepresented OCD themes. Her research at McLean Hospital helped shape the OCD Awareness Scale, a tool designed to improve identification and treatment. Dr. Jacquelin Gouniai, PsyD, LPC Jacquelin is a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of The OCD Academy. With firsthand experience navigating OCD misdiagnosis, she is passionate about increasing OCD education, especially in underserved areas like Guam. Her work aims to improve access to proper OCD treatment and reduce stigma.   Resources & Links   Kristina Orlova, LMFT https://www.instagram.com/ocdwhisperer/ https://www.youtube.com/c/OCDWhispererChannel https://www.korresults.com/ https://a.co/d/fMT6vte   The OCD Academy https://www.instagram.com/the_ocd_academy/ https://www.theocdacademy.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYWgau435BgPIf0DxZjW6e1kpldpTXf_wNo3bH3Cqh535Z2AtQe6NpSO8c_aem_q6OtBUV2jTmpxx4gLnOQyg  Disclaimer Please note while our host is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in OCD and anxiety disorders in the state of California, this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for therapy. Stay tuned for biweekly episodes filled with valuable insights and tips for managing OCD and anxiety. And remember, keep going in the meantime. See you in the next episode!  

In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr. Marianne Trent is joined by Hannah, an assistant psychologist, to explore the challenges autistic girls face in getting diagnosed, how masking plays a role, and why early identification is crucial. They discuss the importance of compassion, understanding, and tailored support for autistic individuals, particularly in educational settings.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction01:23 - Meet Hannah02:30 - Stereotypes & Misconceptions04:31 - Why Autistic Girls Are Misdiagnosed06:42 - The Toll of Masking & Burnout09:41 - Signs of Autism in School12:09 - The Emotional Impact of Late Diagnosis17:34 - Alternative Education & Strengths-Based Approaches20:10 - The Benefits of Equine Therapy22:15 - Positive Behaviour Support & Trauma-Informed Care24:25 - Hannah's Work in CAMHS & LD Services25:31 - The Role of Compassion in Psychology26:16 - Final Thoughts & ResourcesLinks:

In Episode 129 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Jason Khalipa is joined by his wife, Ashley Khalipa, for a special Valentine's Day episode. Together, they share their journey from high school sweethearts to building a marriage full of love, growth, and resilience. They open up about navigating life's challenges, finding balance as parents, and how fitness has played a key role in shaping their relationship. This honest and heartfelt episode is packed with insights on love, communication, and overcoming adversity. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with Jason and Ashley!Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=enNever Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programmingPhilanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/Chapters:0:00 Introduction – Jason and Ashley's Valentine's Day Special0:03 Epic love story: High school sweethearts to 25 years of marriage2:00 AOL love beginnings and overcoming early relationship struggles6:14 Parenting struggles: Balancing strict vs. lenient styles8:21 How challenges shaped their unbreakable bond12:23 The truth about honesty and parenting14:20 Adulthood stress vs. carefree youth: Life lessons learned18:07 Misdiagnosis nightmare: What Jason and Ashley learned19:59 Eva's health emergency and the advice that saved their sanity23:31 Behind the scenes of Ava's leukemia battle and fundraising mission25:17 Ashley's medical scare: A terrifying infection28:47 Life-changing perspective from Ava's health scare30:38 Empathy and struggles: Why everyone's battles matter34:08 Gym culture: Women's fitness and the power of community35:41 Jason's fitness journey: From partying to CrossFit success39:25 Fitness and relationships: Communication that builds trust41:16 Real change comes from within, not external pressure45:05 How listening strengthens love and beats societal pressures46:47 Supporting fitness goals in a healthy relationship50:16 Jason's CrossFit competitions: Triumphs, blackouts, and Ashley's support52:06 Relationship challenges during Jason's competitive years55:45 Preventing resentment by communicating relationship needs57:31 Love languages and compromise: Secrets to a stronger bond1:00:50 Getting closer by meeting each other's needs1:02:33 Ashley's inspiring Ava's Kitchen work1:06:36 Ava's Kitchen: Helping families through cancer battles1:08:37 Teaching kids generosity through family charity events1:12:25 Personal growth through tough times and social media thoughts1:14:05 Valentine's Day wishes and podcast shout-out

A single diagnosis turned Shannon's world upside down, and it all began with a shocking phone call about suspicious spots on her liver. What followed was a whirlwind of emotions and a decade-long journey through misdiagnosis, severe symptoms, and the pursuit of education in Jamaica, all while grappling with the fear of a potential liver metastasis. Amidst this personal health saga, she found solace in the unwavering support of loved ones and the invaluable lesson of listening to her own body. These trials and tribulations underscore the critical importance of self-care and the power of advocacy when faced with medical adversities.Life with an ostomy bag and cancer was a struggle Shannon never anticipated, yet humor became a saving grace. Her candid reflections on living with an ostomy, coupled with an amusing anecdote from a campaign rally for President Obama, reveal the unexpected ways laughter can be found in life's toughest moments. This chapter of Shannon's journey, marked by initial shock and eventual acceptance, highlights the resilience required to maintain quality of life amidst medical challenges. Moreover, it illustrates the transformative power of relationships, particularly the deepened bond with her mother as they weathered these storms together.Honoring the legacy of Lee Silverstein, Blue Couch Chat was born out of a desire to create a platform for authentic storytelling within the African descent community. Inspired by Lee's encouragement and supported by the Podfest community, this venture aims to raise awareness and inspire others facing similar health battles. With gratitude for the connections formed and the support received, Blue Couch Chat is dedicated to continuing meaningful conversations that embrace resilience, celebrate life's gifted time, and recognize the strength gained from overcoming adversity. Join me for a heartfelt exploration of the human spirit and the relentless pursuit of dreams.Talk yo sh!t… Sh!t-Talker!!Support the showFOLLOW US ON;Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkshitwithpTwitter: https://twitter.com/TalkshitwithpFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkwhitwIthpTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TalkshitwithpShop IG: https://www.instagram.com/Talkshitwithp.shopLEAVE US A REVIEW ON APPLE PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-shit-with-p/id1509470001AND SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/@TalkshitwithpSupport The Show (whatever you can)Cashapp: https://cash.app/$TSWP20Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TswpBuymecoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/talkshitwithpAmazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M9Q4HNKRO2WA?ref_=wl_shareTo Learn more on my story;https://flow.page/tal...

In this episode of The Next Level Health & Fitness Podcast (formerly The Key Nutrition Podcast), Craig and I dive into the growing conversation around ADHD diagnosis. Craig, a licensed clinical therapist, has worked with countless individuals diagnosed with ADD/ADHD, and through his experience, he's discovered that not everyone who receives this diagnosis truly has it. Before jumping to labels and medication, he believes in first addressing key health and wellness factors that can play a massive role in focus, attention, and overall mental health.   We also break down a powerful mental health supplement stack that can help support cognitive function, mood, and focus—things that everyone, diagnosed or not, can benefit from. If you've ever wondered whether you (or someone you know) really have ADHD or if other lifestyle and nutrition factors are at play, this is an episode you won't want to miss.   At the end of the episode, I also share an exciting new case study I'm running with a group of dads looking to get in great shape while balancing the challenges of fatherhood, partnership, and life. If you're a dad who wants to level up physically without sacrificing the things that matter most, stay tuned!   Interested in working with a coach? Get a free nutrition consultation - Schedule Here Ready to transform your life? Book a discovery call today and join the next round of the Next Level Experience!  - Book My Discovery Call   Join Us On Patreon - Join Here   Submit your questions to be featured on our Q&A episodes.   Order from Cured Supplement Order from Legion Supplements and get 20% off your first order by using discount code: keynutrition   Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Co-Host Craig Smith - @greatestdaymindset Next Level Nutrition – @mynextlevelnutrition   Episode Timestamps 00:00 "Super Bowl Ad: Girls Flag Football" 05:34 Fitness Community for Busy Dads 08:24 Shifting Perspectives: A Quick Change 11:35 End of Dominance for Tight End 15:11 Referrals for Accurate ADHD Diagnosis 16:19 ADHD Misdiagnosis Realization 21:35 Misdiagnosis of IBS and ADHD 24:55 Fish Oil Buying Tips 27:16 Vitamin D and Mental Health 31:36 Vitamin Mutation and Conversion Limits 32:05 Methylation Issues and B Vitamin Deficiency 35:11 ADHD Rise: Distraction & Screens Influence 39:28 Sleep's Impact on Health and Recovery 43:45 L-Theanine for Relaxation and Calm 45:53 Supplements for Lifestyle Optimization 50:45 Daily Habits and Mental Health 51:25 Consider Medication If Challenges Persist

Today you get to hear from my new friend Sandy Martin. We'll hear about her journey from running massive events like GalaxyCon to battling frustrating symptoms that finally resulted in a diagnosis of mold toxicity.  You'll hear more about Sandy's amazing Biohacker Expo in the episode - she offered the listeners of this podcast a very generous discount of 50% off your ticket to the expo. Did I mention it's in Miami? It runs from Feb 28th - March 1st. Head over to biohackerexpo.com and use code NAT50 for 50% off your ticket!   What We discuss: Sandy's background in running large events ... 00:05:19 Symptoms and struggles with mold toxicity ... 00:08:50 Misdiagnosis and functional medicine experiences ... 00:11:03 Realization of mold toxicity and steps taken ... 00:13:15 Importance of getting out of the moldy environment ... 00:22:11 Healing journey with sound healing and gongs ... 00:26:21 Finalizing diagnosis and moving forward ... 00:32:29 Personal transformation and relationship changes ... 00:34:58 Starting Biohacker Expo and event details ... 00:36:01 Unique aspects of the Biohacker Expo ... 00:47:07 Importance of sharing experiences and final thoughts ... 00:51:27 Event information and closing remarks ... 00:53:14   Our Amazing Sponsor: Young Goose Youth Reset - Whether you're into instant results or the slow-burn science of looking incredible for decades, Youth Reset has you covered. Give your skin a little love, get your glow back, and let Young Goose remind you that ‘youthful' isn't an age—it's an attitude. Now go check out Youth Reset and be the person people accuse of having ‘great genes.' Younggoose.com NAT10 on your first order and 5NAT if you're already a customer.   Nat's Links: YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Facebook Group  

Heather Florio, second-generation owner and CEO of Desert Harvest, leads the company in innovating sustainable solutions in pelvic and sexual health. Recognized as one of the Top 50 Women in Wellness by Authority Magazine and featured in Forbes as a top woman in business, Heather's expertise as a pelvic health specialist and "Sexpert" has been shared across various platforms, panels, and conferences, globally. For nearly 30 years, Desert Harvest has championed change in sexual and pelvic healthcare through medical research and product innovation. Heather's passion lies in educating and developing solutions for chronic pelvic health issues, supporting those who are often underrepresented and suffering in silence.Topics covered in this episode:Pelvic Health and Interstitial CystitisAloe Vera's Therapeutic PropertiesAloe Coating Bladder's Gag LayerMental Health in Chronic PainChallenges in Women's Health ResearchMisdiagnosis and Research LimitationsImpact of Chronic Pain on RelationshipsSelf-Advocacy in Medical SystemsUrogynecologyResources for Hormone TherapyCommunity Support for Chronic ConditionsTo learn more about Heather Florio and her work, head over to www.desertharvest.comIG @desertharvestaloevera__________________________________________________________We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you would like to be a supporter of the show, head to www.lindseyelmore.com/supporter Your contribution helps us to bring the best guests into our interview chair. Thank you for listening. Come check us out at www.spreaker.com/show/the-lindsey-elmore-showBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lindsey-elmore-show--5952903/support.

Join us as we sit down with Dr. Isabelle Morley, psychologist, couples counselor, and author of the groundbreaking new book "They're Not Gaslighting You: Ditch Therapy Speak and Stop Hunting for Red Flags in Every Relationship."     Dr. Morley is here to help decode the "therapy speak" that has infiltrated our social media, relationships, and communication. Many of us are confused and misunderstanding what these terms actually mean.    In this eye-opening episode, we discuss the truth about narcissism, gaslighting, and boundaries, cutting through the social media noise to reveal what these terms *really* mean.    Discover why throwing around clinical diagnoses can be harmful and how genuine compassion can pave the way for healthier connections.     Dr. Morley doesn't just diagnose the problem; she offers solutions.    Learn how to spot real red flags (in yourself and others!), navigate the complexities of modern dating and relationships, and how Dr. Morley's book opens the door to meaningful conversations about "therapy speak."   Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on "therapy speak" so you can ditch the buzzwords and approach the world with your eyes wide open.  Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Dr. Isabelle Morley and Her Work 05:03 Navigating Life Changes: Moving and Relationships 09:53 Understanding Therapy Speak and Its Impact 15:10 The Misuse of Mental Health Terms in Social Media 20:03 The Nuances of Mental Health Diagnosis 24:49 The Importance of Context in Mental Health 25:49 Navigating Relationships with Narcissists 27:10 The Misuse of Therapy Terminology 29:35 Defining Gaslighting: A Deeper Look 30:02 The Consequences of Misdiagnosis and Labeling 32:21 Gaslighting Beyond Romantic Relationships 37:52 Red Flags: Understanding Their True Meaning 47:40 The Weaponization of Boundaries 48:37 Understanding Boundaries: Definitions and Misuse 52:32 The Importance of Communication in Setting Boundaries 54:01 Self-Awareness and Personal Growth in Boundary Setting 56:44 Weaponization of Therapy Terms: Boundaries and Control 01:00:04 The Role of Social Media in Mental Health Awareness 01:01:53 Key Takeaways from 'They're Not Gaslighting You' Find Dr. Isabelle Morley here: PRE-ORDER “They're Not Gaslighting You” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drisabellemorley/  Website: https://drisabellemorley.com/    Find Nick Thompson here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/ | https://www.instagram.com/the_ucan_foundation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/  UCAN Foundation: https://theucanfoundation.org/  Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com/  

In this episode, I speak with Debi Frankle, an LMFT and self-proclaimed "grief nerd". We tackled a topic that's rarely discussed but extremely important – the misdiagnosis of grief when ADHD is prevalent.3 Key Takeaways:Importance of Comprehensive Loss History: Debi emphasizes the need for therapists to thoroughly assess loss histories, not just recent events but all significant losses throughout a client's life. This helps in understanding the broader context of their behaviors and symptoms.ADHD and Grief Overlap: Grief can exacerbate ADHD symptoms like difficulty concentrating, frustration tolerance, and impulsivity. It's crucial to distinguish between the two for appropriate diagnosis and treatment.Misinterpretation and Communication in Grief: Statements meant to console, like "they're in a better place," often miss the mark and can feel minimizing. More effective communication includes acknowledgments like, "I have no idea what to say," or even offering a simple hug.This episode is a must-listen for mental health professionals and anyone looking to understand the intricate relationship between grief and ADHD better.More about Debi:Debi is a self-proclaimed grief nerd. She has known a lot of dead people over her lifetime, experienced many other life-changing losses (including a chronic illness that frankly sucks some days), is trained in grief counseling (in fact, she still goes to trainings herself!) and has been a grief skills educator and trainer over the last 20+ years and writes long run-on sentences, much to her high school English teacher's dismay.Debi lives in Los Angeles where she can frequently be found with dirt under her fingernails for she proudly carries on her family's tradition of amateur gardening. This year she is knee-deep in artichokes, summer squashes, and corn to complement whatever meat her husband is cooking on the smoker on the weekends. Check out Debi's trainings and services on her website: privatepracticegrief.com–––––––––––––––––––––

Have you heard of spontaneous remissions in terminal cancers?   In this segment, Danny Carroll teaches us to do it consciously. He is the author of Terminal Cancer is a Misdiagnosis.     WHO IS DANNY CARROLL? Danny has spent the last 20 years searching and testing better solutions to health challenges and has spent the last decade helping people with chronic terminally ill health conditions to fully recover their health.   Danny is an International Bestselling and award-winning author. His first book titled Terminal Cancer Is a Misdiagnosis won multiple Bestseller awards on Amazon and won the 2023 Global Book Awards in the category of medical books.   In 2012, Danny experienced unconscious spontaneous healing when the knots that had riddled his body for a six-month period magically disappeared overnight.    Danny has spent the last 13 years studying and testing spontaneous healing and launched a course titled The Bioswitch to teach how to consciously trigger spontaneous cathartic healing and switch off chronic disease like a light switch.       DANNY'S CALL TO ACTION You can watch Module 1, The Introduction to the Bioswitch training along with the inaugural live Q&A on switching off hip pain on my website here: https://danny-carroll.com/featured-on/ https://danny-carroll.com/     GENESIS'S CALL TO ACTION Subscribe / Follow GEMS with Genesis Amaris Kemp podcast on audio platform & YouTube channel, Hit the notifications bell so you don't miss any content, and share with family/friends.   GENESIS'S INFO https://genesisamariskemp.net/genesisamariskemp

A recent study from the Mayo Clinic showed a shocking revelation about the state of primary care and western medicine in general. I won't spoil the statistic but it's not good. Many factors contribute to misdiagnosis which I will cover today along with what we can do as coaches and highlighting the critical importance of second opinions. Topics include: - Bad Experience with Western Medicine - Mayo Clinic Study on Second Opinions - Primary Care Team - Why Doctors Can Misdiagnosis - Time Constraints with Doctors - Functional Medicine Doctors - FNMS Program ----------  My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization  www.metabolismschool.com ----------  Subscribe to My Youtube Channel:  https://youtube.com/@sammillerscience?si=s1jcR6Im4GDHbw_1 ----------   [Free] Metabolism School 101: The Video Series http://www.metabolismschool.com/metabolism-101 ----------   Grab a Copy of My New Book - Metabolism Made Simple ----------   Stay Connected:   Instagram: @sammillerscience   Youtube: SamMillerScience   Facebook: The Nutrition Coaching Collaborative Community   TikTok: @sammillerscience       ---------- “This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at team@sammillerscience.com. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

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In this episode of Moms of the Lou, Rebekah sits down with Kira Andersen, a St. Louis mom and health and wellness coach. Kira shares her family's journey with her husband Kyle's stage four pancreatic cancer diagnosis in October 2021. Despite initial misdiagnoses and a dire prognosis, Kira relentlessly advocated for advanced treatments. She raised funds to access a promising drug in order to help her husband. Kyle underwent treatment, including chemo and immunotherapy, but faced numerous challenges, including hospitalizations and blood transfusions. Kira's story highlights the importance of being a health advocate for your family and the complexities of accessing innovative cancer treatments. To learn more about Kira and her work, you can visit her website at https://www.kiraandersen.com/.Kira is a devoted mom to three young children, all under the age of 7. As a health and wellness coach and podcast host, she is passionate about inspiring growth—mentally, physically, and spiritually—in both her clients and herself. After losing her spouse to pancreatic cancer, Kira has embraced the role of a solo parent with strength and determination. She is deeply committed to raising awareness and critical funds for cancer research. Guided by a positive outlook, Kira strives each day to be the best mom, friend, and individual she can be.We hope you enjoyed this podcast episode! To learn more about Moms of the Lou you can go to stlouismom.com or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast and Spotify. And don't forget to rate and review so more people can tune in! This episode was produced by the St. Louis Mom. It was recorded and edited by Half Coast Studios in St. Louis, Missouri. Music composed by Trina Harger.

On this episode of The Founder's Sandbox, Brenda speaks with Jane Zhang, CEO and Founder of Remmie Health about Scalable AI in Pediatrics. Jane progressed through her professional career as Biomedical Engineer, PhD Adjunct Professor, Big Pharma and it was upon living a very personal situation that she wanted be become a “builder": entrepreneurship was calling her.  Listen to Jane's podcast, as she shares where this whole idea of building something for the people at home to be able to examine, share, and, in the future - get assistance in identifying ENT diseases- became very important to her. Jane shares how she has built a product and services for at home examinations of the ear, nose, and throat and her real experience of developing a FDA approved Class 1 device, now in clinical trials.  Remmie 3 is a FDA-registered and CE Marked next generation intelligent otoscope designed for patients of all ages. You can find out more about Jane and Remmie Health at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeyzhang https://medium.com/@janeyqz/my-experience-with-my-sons-recurring-ear-infections-a-3-part-story-fdbc4ea0016e https://remmiehealth.com/   https://www.linkedin.com/company/remmiehealth/ Remmie was present at MEDICA 2024, the most important international fair dedicated to medicine and hospital technology. The event will took place in Düsseldorf, Germany, from 11 to 14 November 2024. https://www.ca-mi.eu/en/germany/01/2024/medica-dusseldorf-11-14-november-2024/ and at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association 2024 ASHA Convention from December 5-7 in Seattle, Washington. https://convention.asha.org/       Transcript:  00:04 Hi, I'm pleased to announce something very special to me, a new subscription-based service through Next Act Advisors that allows members exclusive access to personal industry insights and bespoke 00:32 corporate governance knowledge. This comes in the form of blogs, personal book recommendations, and early access to the founder's sandbox podcast episodes before they released to the public. If you want more white glove information on building your startup with information like what was in today's episode, sign up with the link in the show notes to enjoy being a special member of Next Act Advisors. 01:01 As a thank you to Founders Sandbox listeners, you can use code SANDBOX25 at checkout to enjoy 25% off your membership costs. Thank you. 01:18 Welcome back to the Founders Sandbox. I am Brenda McCabe, your host. This is a monthly podcast in which I reach entrepreneurs, business owners, and I have as my guest, entrepreneurs and business owners, professional service providers, and corporate board directors who bring their own stories about building resilient, purpose-driven, and sustainable businesses with great corporate governance. 01:47 I want to assist entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs in building those scalable, well-governed and resilient businesses. And by bringing my guests to the podcast, they too want to use the power of the enterprise, small, medium and large to create change for a better world. We're going to tell stories in this podcast today. And my guest is Jane Zhang. She's CEO of Remmie and she's joining us here from the state of Washington. 02:17 Jane and I go back almost, I don't know, four or five years now. Jane was at the UCLA MedTech competition. She had just founded Remmie in 2018 and then actually put some bones around it and financing into 2020 was actually seeking external investment dilutive type. And I couldn't help. 02:46 but remember Jane's origin story of why she started Remmie. And we're gonna start with that. So Jane, I would love for you to walk down memory lane with me and go back to when we met in the campus at the UCLA MedTech. And what was your origin story? Yeah, Brenda, I really appreciate this opportunity and thank you for the great intro. It was. 03:14 It was unforgettable why I, every day I'm reminded of why I'm on this mission because my own son, who was a preschooler back then, had recurring ear, nose and throat issues, especially ear infections. It was basically nonstop. A lot of the weekends, my colleagues would ask me, what are you doing on the weekend? I'd be like, 03:43 My son is having a fever I'm taking next week off. So it happened four times. In the first year he went to childcare. And one of the times he had a high fever, we went to the ER and it took us four hours sitting there nonstop with his crying and screaming. And the other times we were referred to an ENT specialist who was about to put in ear tubes in his ears. And other times we were 04:12 misdiagnosed because he had air nose and hands with mouse disease where we were given antibiotics. I give him 10 days and he's still spiking a fever. It keeps on coming back. And the doctor said there was a it was a moment of revelation where this physician, my pediatrician told me, come, come take a look by yourself. I was like, what? Why? And he said the throat or the back of his throat was all white blisters. So this was not an air infection. 04:43 um who gave you antibiotics that was the question he asked me he said you should be able to look by yourself and why weren't you doing that i was like what really i'm a bio medical engineer by training by the way um especially in low resource setting diagnostics or like basically home home diagnostic kits um he asked me why aren't you looking by yourself i was like what am i supposed to look uh and with what 05:11 So that's where this whole idea of building something for the people at home to be able to examine, share, and in the future getting assistance in identifying ENT diseases became very important to me. Wow. So you had at that time been working 05:36 for a large pharmaceutical company. As you said, you are a biomedical engineer by training, and you just completed your executive MBA, I think at UCLA. So what made you make the jump? One thing is going to the emergency room with your child time and time again. You talked about your aha moment and how can I in a low resource, right? At home. 06:03 be able to actually diagnose and actually treat my child. What happened that made you want to actually become an entrepreneur, Jane? One thing is working on the research side, but becoming an entrepreneur, what made you do that? It was very, so it was like everything kind of lined up in a way, and it just, my background, I was an engineer by training. 06:32 I worked as a scientist, you know, like in all the way up to postdoctoral level research. And then I took a turn into getting more into product development, business development, and commercial operations, because I thought that was really going to help me broaden my vision of the my view of how things work, you know, that I'm basically a curiosity driven person. 06:57 And at that point, while I was working in a big corporate, in a pharmaceutical company, I was sort of getting more experienced in a commercial side of things. I figured I had two choices, probably one, two, actually three choices I was considering, right? Like one is to go back to research and become a faculty member. In fact, I did, you know, that was kind of my way of rethinking my whole, reorienting my whole career path. 07:25 Um, the other one was going to become an investor. Um, the third was to fund my own company and just go on this path of building things. Um, I, I thought, uh, this issue of my child's problem just really was hitting at home that this is, because it's after I talked to many people, I was not alone. I'm not the only person who's going through this. Everyone I talked to said, Oh my gosh, that was me. Um, 07:54 I was like, this is a big deal. It not only impacts your child's health, it impacts your productivity at the prime time of your life when you just had the child. And it was just like really hitting a home. I had to do this after a couple of years of hiatus in academics, in academia, as a faculty member of engineering in University of Washington. After completing my MBA, in the meantime, I decided being a builder. 08:24 an entrepreneur is the calling for me. Is the path, is the path to shift. Amazing. Talk to me about the number of ENT cases that you are addressing with Remy today. Talk to me about that. I guess a striking number was 70 million in the US, both adults and children. A year, right? And it's really fast. A year. Yeah. 08:53 suffering from some ENT diseases. And this is not just specialty disease that I'm talking about, it's every day. Like anything that you have when you have a sore throat, a painful nose or ear infection or cold and flu, it impacts these organs. The first line organs being impacted are your ENT, but it doesn't stop there, right? For children, it is very highly occurring. Like if you look at the number of children who go see ENT issues, ear infections alone is... 09:22 about 24 million a year, that's 80% of any children before the age of eight or three, they've already had one ear infection, not to mention 30% have more than three a year. And adults, like when you're thinking about, sinusitis, sore throat, strapped throat, how all these impact the overall population quite a bit. So what is the solution at that? 09:50 Remy provides. You're going to walk us through kind of the, it's AI powered ENT, so ear, nose and throat health platform. It has many components. What's the patient experience today that you're attacking and how is it going to look in the future? Walk us through the product, please. Yeah. I love that way of thinking and thinking as a patient or a user of any anything that we are providing. 10:20 So you already kind of heard my journey of nonstop sort of rotation in like a spinning wheel among pediatrics office, urgent care, ENT's office, and ER, right? And then over again for another episode, if it's recurring or chronic. The experience that we're trying to provide is along the line of how the disease progresses and how physicians examine. 10:50 a quadrant or like a progression lifetime along that line. What I mean is when you first have a pain or some sort of discomfort, you would want to, you know, a doctor when they examine you, they would check, they would look, they would look with a, right now they look with an otoscope, which is a glorified flashlight plus magnifier, obviously very, very high fidelity. 11:20 That's the first step. They look, they examine. And then the second thing they do is, well, obviously you have to be in person first with the physician, right? So there's no sharing per se, which we're trying to build towards is you can look, you know, if a doctor is using an otoscope, why can't the patient be taught how to use it? It's very similar to a thermometer in a way, except it's a camera. So, you know, if a physician is looking with their eye. 11:48 we can make it digitized as a camera for patients to use at home. And if you have to be in person today, you should be able to transmit this, whatever you're looking at or collecting over the internet in terms of sharing. And then the third step of the whole diagnosis journey is basically analyze. The physician kind of asks you how you feel, they aggregate a lot of information about you, who you are, what you're going through and your physical presentation of the symptoms. 12:19 that should also be partly supported by AI. So that's kind of what I'm working towards is, it's like a million doctors supporting every single physician, every, you know, one doctor being supported by a million in terms of the insights that's used to go into their diagnosis. And did I mention that the misdiagnosis rate is about 40% on any day? Misdiagnosis meaning either, you know, 12:49 you're prescribed antibiotics where you're not, you should not have been, or you're referred to a specialist where you should not have been, or you went to the ER, because you did not receive the care in time. I guess that's a broader sense of misdiagnosis, which means you missed the opportunity for diagnosis in the proper setting. So, but that's very prevalent in terms of misdiagnosis. So we like to support anyone who's 13:17 first examining the condition with AI tools, being a patient or a primary care physician. Before we get into the AI question that I have for you, talk to me about some of the communities that can benefit from the use of an AI-powered ENT device. Yeah. I. 13:46 The first thing that comes to my mind is home users, any general lay person at home who may not have the resources to see a physician in person. It could be someone who's lack of access in a way that they are in a remote area, lack of resources to pay for healthcare, or even lack of time. Someone who is working, who has a job but just doesn't have the time to. 14:15 to see a doctor. So I would think under underserved communities, population who are at lack of resources such as time, money, or you know, driving. You know, driving is a hassle for a lot of families and just anywhere at home. Anyone who is, you know, even I was talking to a bunch of undergrad, you know, college students are like, we're so used to just sitting on our couch and see a doctor. 14:45 That's possible. And that was really the key moment when I was sitting as a judge. The first time I actually was exposed to you, Jane, met you and heard about Remy, it was the possibility that digital health, right? I'm not having to go into a doctor's office. And the digital health to use preventatively, right? To prevent disease. 15:13 diseases to progress. I think, and then, you know, AI is just an added layer on top, so that truly was a moment when I thought everybody, well, at least there's 70 million cases a year of ear, nose, and throat, what this platform may offer for other disease areas where we don't have necessarily to go into the doctor's office. So it was fascinating. That's what brought us into this relationship. 15:41 So talk to me about, we've talked about the platform, where you're going, how it's offered. What has been your founder experience? All right, you decided you took a head issue and went back to the academic world. You really wanted to become an entrepreneur, started the company. You won a competition out of UCLA, I think business case. That's about the time I met you, right? Talk to me about how the journey has been in terms of 16:10 resources, the resources that you have received, non-dilutive funding, where are you on that path, and how many healthcare systems are currently either testing or looking into the use of Remy? That's a loaded question. So talk to me about the journey of financing and where the product is being used today. Absolutely. The journey is long and very, 16:40 full of support, you know, like that's, that's a very upfront, you know, support from my very early days where my MBA classmates kind of joined force on this project, you know, as in its infancy, the UCLA, which, you know, venture accelerator, which was my, you know, first founder, basically, we, we came out of the incubator, equipped to talk to the world about our business case. And we got 17:09 $33,000 overnight from the business plan competition, NAP business plan competition, and the early UCLA founders who just showing overwhelming support. And we, in fact, we sold our product, first 25 units of our, you know, the digital otoscope in the early days before we graduated and gotten our first 100K of investor check before we graduated. So, 17:39 That was when we had to fund the company because we need to find a place to park the money as students part-time. So this was all full-time working, you know, professionals part-time on a weekend going to MBA. And then I, the past just went really interesting because of the pandemic. There was an overwhelming uptake of virtual care. 18:07 telehealth services, institutions who are looking at this new modality of care. And all of a sudden it was like, there were like 800 telehealth companies in the US at some point and they were all of our potential customers. We started co-calling them and we're getting quite a bit of feedback. In fact, many of them were working today. We are working with Rocket Doctor, for example. They've gotten, they've taken over half a million costs in the past couple of years. 18:35 in terms of virtual care services. They have sites at pharmacies and enabled stations of remote care for people who are not accessing an office in person. We are working with five school districts in five different states and these are school districts which leverage Remy for all of their nursing rooms and introducing it to their students and parents. And we are working 19:05 So we got very strong non-dilutive funding. Actually early days we had seed funding from Platinum Play, we have seed funding from United Healthcare Accelerator powered by Techstars. We had in-kind support from CTIP, which is consortium for technology and innovation in pediatrics, which is a large innovation, hospital innovation consortia of, I would say that's growing, you know, 19:34 at least children's hospitals in the West and Midwest. They are providing enormous support, including clinical collaborations, partnerships, granting services, regulatory guardrail, they're FDA-funded. So now we're working with them in terms of a clinical study site in Lowery Children's in Chicago, which is one of our primary sites 20:04 testing out not only REMI, Otoscopes, but REMI-AI, funded by the NIH, which is National Institute of Health under the Small Business Innovation and Research Grant at 3.5 million so far. So overall, there was overwhelming support also from my state, I'm from Washington. So the Life Science Institute of Washington also kind of invested. And last but not least, 20:32 I have to mention TIE, T-I-E, which is an angel funding investor group that has given us enormous support in terms of networking, in terms of fine tuning the business plans, mentorship sessions. It just goes on. There are a few other investors that we've been working with and overall we've raised about... 20:56 4.75 million in non-delutive funding, non-delutive, and then about another a million in the deletive. So this has gone into a clinical study phase where we're looking at success outcomes in terms of technology readiness, validation of performance of AI clearance through FDA as a class two device in a couple of years. And then commercially. 21:22 being able to facilitate telehealth services already. In addition to allowing the patients to see and examine, we're enabling physicians remotely examine and prescribe. And in the future, assisting both the physician and the patients in terms of prescription and receiving the accurate diagnosis. I'm looking at the, heading the all, I guess, 21:52 health care or the goals of health care today, the five aims, I believe, at least, you know, cutting costs, improving quality, increasing access. Yeah, all of that. Amazing. And as of today, so you've raised about 4.75 non dilutive, you're no longer raising dilutive funding until you get through the clinical trials. When will that be happening? 22:22 The study with Children's Hospital, Lurie Children's is happening now actually, so it's underway. And we are looking at in a year that we will have some tangible, really good results in terms of both the patient satisfaction, physicians demand and performance of the technology. 22:50 And what is the desired outcome? Because I got really excited too, because this will be maybe not the first, but one of the earliest FDA approved Class II devices jointly with AI, correct? 23:08 Yes, that's a very hot topic right now in terms of the use of AI, the governance of AI, who benefits from it and who pays for it. Ultimately, the AI that we are developing would be augmenting the physician's decision making. 23:33 in the meantime, directly benefiting the patients because they can potentially receive pre-screening alerts and results faster and earlier before they go or even while they're waiting for the physician's appointments. So I would say that the outcome, first and foremost, is the satisfaction of the patient and the physicians. We would like to work alongside with, you know, really 24:00 key influencer in the medical field, medically validating the performance and understanding the bias of the data. What would it be if we manipulate bias at one way or the other in terms of the algorithm development, right? Whether or not we're collecting comprehensive population-based data, have we looked at cases of 24:28 one way or the other, you know, like in general, understanding the algorithm development and the AI readout. I think there's a lot of misunderstanding about AI these days, right? People generalize it to be generative. But AI has been a concept that is, you know, it was a different name back then. It was data analysis, it was imaging analysis, it was big data. For a while, the algorithm is evolving, the capability is evolving. 24:57 Um, the, I guess before one investor was asking me, what, how do you handle data hallucination or AI hallucination, which basically means the AI is starting to give out fake results, um, based on ungrounded, um, facts or cheating or lying to you. Um, and there's also another different kind of AI, which was data driven or validated. Uh, it won't tell you anything that you don't tell it. 25:27 to, you know, it's kind of limited or confined to a set of outcomes. For us, it is the former at this point, it's less generative. We understand the ins and outs of the data that's going in and we know why it's, you know, spinning out the results while we are the other on the outcome, on the output side. I would say generative has got a lot of potential, but within health, healthcare, we just need to catch up a lot. 25:56 a lot faster for it to be widely applicable. Currently, is it fair to say that Remy does have the largest database of imaging within ENT? 26:11 We are one of the top in the world. The data size as the use case grows, as the user base grows would be growing. The data are aggregating and being applicable to algorithm training in an aggregation basis or the identified anonymized. 26:39 It's an interesting part about the platform we're building is the users can benefit and they know what their, they benefit early, you know, rather than just being, benefiting from AI telling them what to do or assisting them. They're benefiting from non-AI capabilities of the technology, facilitating their visits, shortening their distance from their pain to a prescription, for example, or diagnosis. 27:09 already, early on. So we sort of de-risk the path to AI. And AI becomes more of a later phase. But it is definitely going to augment and assist the human journey all in all. Excellent. And so while sticking with the actual platform, and one of the third elements that I was particularly interested in when 27:37 we did invest from the Thai fund was the lack of the shortage of primary care physicians, and specifically even pediatricians in the United States at this time. Talk to me a bit about how as the tech, that platform of Remy builds out, will this enable doctors will it substitute doctors? What's the what's the how will this address this? 28:06 actually, it's tsunami that is now on us of this shortage of doctors in such a common disease area. Yeah, yeah. I definitely think that it is a tsunami coming at us just from my experience of having to book out. My wild child checkup is like four months out. I was like, by the time I get my son's appointment for his 11 years old checkup, he's 12. Yeah, so just to give you. 28:36 idea and then I got a letter from my in the mail saying that I'm quitting, you know, my physician is quitting real life, right. So I basically think that the AI will be enabling the physicians to free up their time, you know, from some non acute or issues that they so in the meantime, providing the quality of care that patients need not to sacrifice the quality. 29:06 to free up their time and become more efficient in a way. Especially I can think about ER avoidance, right? As a big use case for Remy and referral pre-screening, right? Specialty referral pre-screening, both of those, you know, are gonna free up quite a bit of our, you know, healthcare resources in terms of leaving them for those acute cases and really needing, you know, attention of the physicians. Yeah. 29:35 ER avoidance, basically you go, before you go to the ER, while you're waiting in the ER, you can perform a test or some sort of a visit with Remy using the Remy technology and specialties per screening. Per screening could be like, while you're waiting for the specialist appointments, which might be three, four months out, you can get the insights that you need already. So both use cases, I think, will free up quite a bit of our time. 30:04 both from pediatricians, nurses, mid-level providers, and specialists, EV doctors and specialists. Oh, Remy. Can you, for my listeners, talk about where they can find Remy today? 30:22 Yeah, we are, we're in, on Amazon, if you search Remy, we are website, remyhouse.com. We have a very convenient e-commerce, shipping and handling protocols. So you should be able to order on Friday, receive on Monday, for example, or even faster than that. And then we are, we are at your clinic. We're maybe at your clinic, maybe at your school district, we are working with a few of these. 30:52 physicians, clinics, there are logos on our website. If you're one of the patients of the clinics, you will get these at a discount, easily accessible rate. And if you visit us at the exhibits, in terms of commercial and marketing exposures, we are gonna be at Medica in Germany. That is next week, November 11th to 14th. 31:20 in Dusseldorf in Germany, we are part of the Washington State Pavilion to exhibit there. And then we are publishing, you know, academically we are collaborating with United, sorry, University of Southern California, USC in the speech and speech hearing and language pathologist community, especially in collaboration with USC. 31:50 We are publishing a poster there that's going to be December 5 to 7 in Seattle, Washington. Excellent. Let's switch to the founder sandbox. I'm passionate about working with company owners on their purpose, their scalability and their resilience. And I have a founder here in the sandbox with me today. 32:18 You're into what your sixth year of being a CEO. Tell me, what does resilience mean to you? Jane. 32:31 Oh my gosh, there are so many places you just have to hold on to. Hold on to the idea. I think first and foremost, it's something that you believe. There is some belief that this is there. You know, like it's worth your time. It's worth the effort. It's worth. Keep going. Right. So if you give up, it's it's probably you don't believe in it enough. Right. At some point, because of, you know, all the failures and problems that comes up. 33:02 Yeah, don't get me started. And then the belief is there. I think this is the future, the calling. It's historically inevitable, right? If it's Remy or someone else, it should be done, right? So that's my belief. And it's driven me every day when I wake up. And then when I think about resilience, I also think about when I'm fundraising, talking to investors, I get... 33:31 99% knows, right? And then 1%, yes. But does that mean that I'm not a good company, a good founder? No, it just means we're not good fit, right? Like investors have their own thesis, their goals to fill, their speed, stage of company, check sizes, everything has to meet perfectly. And even personality wise, those investors are gonna be with you for a while. You trust each other. 34:00 So that's fundraising. And then just keep going at it. And product wise, people say no to my product. Oftentimes for various reasons, customers are always right. Again, does that mean that I'm not a good product or services? No, the more I talk to them, the more nos I get, the more yes I will get as well. So again, that's sort of on the market research or understanding the general 34:30 target, you know, like as you're looking for the product market fit, you know, again, the keyword here is fit. And then the third piece is, is just just interpersonal, you know, like, people, oftentimes, I mean, like or dislike each other for a reason. And there's nothing wrong with, you know, knowing 34:56 knowing more getting more so I have a very big mentor mentor community I reach out to them every time I need an answer and they're just all willing to help that really helps with the mentality the the resilience as well you know I know I'm being supported I know I know people love me like my products are being loved my services are needed and my mentors really support me so that's that's what really helps with the positivity yeah excellent thank you for those four nuggets 35:26 your own words about what resilience means to you. Thank you for talking about your product and believing in the future of telehealth with Remy or not. It's very, very humble. And I loved, so the key word is fit, right? Fit with your investor, fit with your customers, what they're wanting, fit with the belief. Take that to the next. 35:55 question, fit or purpose driven? Are you fit for purpose? What is purpose driven enterprise? All right, so this this goes beyond the resilience to enterprise. Purpose driven, what's that mean to you? 36:09 I think I started the journey caring about sort of mental house of women, you know, that's like, you know, besides children's health, health, right. So, and I spent my whole journey, whole research doing underserved community health diagnostics, right. So I've been working on, you know, the 36:36 the worst diseases you can think about HIV, tuberculosis, these pathology pathogens, right? I was kind of in a class three bio lab, working while I was pregnant, tuberculosis. So you name it, right? Like any sort of crazy things that happen to people, I have really strong sort of desire to 37:05 help them or address it. Also something that's probably rooted in my family. You know, like I don't talk about that a whole lot, but my dad came out of sort of this pure poverty, right? Like he, my grandpa was a shepherd and he sort of, I guess long story short, my dad was also kind of a, would be a beneficiary of Remy. He had a perforated eardrum because he listened to 37:34 English radios too much before he came to UK for study, you know, as a first generation college student from his family. So nowadays he still has a deaf ear, right, like perforated eardrums. So I'm still thinking, you know, is there something I can do for him? But overall, I felt as a, like, just to echo where I started in the beginning, you know, as a woman in the prime years of, you know, career. 38:04 you know, where I wanted to be, you know, I was earning good money, I was having a good corporate job, I was caring for my child, you know, which really kind of pampered my productivity at work. I think that's kind of an issue that nobody really talks about because everybody wants top performers, you know, like you need to be working when your child is sick or something like that. But, you know, overall, it's kind of 38:30 issue that's there and near to my heart as women and children's health, especially for underserved communities. Thank you. Thank you, Jane. 38:41 Wow. Scalable growth. Take that resilience plus your purposefulness and scale it. Is it truly what the platform will become scalable? What does scalable mean to you? 39:11 how, you know, help the physicians in a way. You will, I will scale really well if I can, you know, bring benefits to ease their work, ease their stress at work. There are patients coming in, they're getting text messages from the patient, hey, what's going on with me if I can see this image? I was like, that's crazy. Like, how do you respond to that, right? Like in a way that polite and shows that you're a human, you care, but if you get 300 of those a day, how do you... 39:40 How do you do that? And then they say, oh, they send them to my charts. Again, that's losing or like the patient just waiting. How do you address this mismatch of having physicians providing care at top quality and efficiency while being a human to the patients and then the patients are satisfied and getting the needs met. I'm trying to make my story. 40:10 or resonating with physicians that they can be, just to give you an example, right? A physician mentioned that 50% of my, this was a specialist who said 50% of the patients who came to me should not have been in my office because I wanted to help those who can, they need me for a procedure most of the time. If they come to me for diagnostics confirmation, I could have done that. 40:40 with their information gathered in front of me already, before they come. So that's kind of the point. And it's almost like whenever they're open or free, aggregating physicians time across all these physicians who have time, whenever they have time to care for patients aggregated across all these issues, whenever they have an issue, we're trying to build sort of a bridge 41:11 the aggregation would really help address the problem of mismatch of asynchronous visits or waiting and not getting the answers. I don't know if that's too abstract. No, I get it. And you know what? Kind of along the lines of purpose, your purpose, caring about mental health for mothers, you also by the adoption of Remy Health in settings with the patients using it from home. 41:41 or being screened early on, you're clearly affecting the mental health of our caregivers, our physicians. And we do know that tsunamis here, there's a high level of attrition. Doctors actually just quitting. And if through tech enabled or AI powered, intelligent aggregation of data informs the decisions to reduce number of visits. 42:10 or have them more productive while in the setting, the clinical setting can move the needle, so be it. So thank you, Jane. This has been absolutely an amazing interview. I have one last question. Did you have fun in the sandbox today? Yes. 42:33 Absolutely, Randa. I really, really appreciate the opportunity. It's wonderful to every time I talk to you, it's wonderful, but especially interesting when we're like in this setting and you know, podcasting to more to a greater audience and really appreciate what you do for the community. Thank you. Thank you. So to my listeners, if you'd like this episode with Jane Tseng, CEO of Remy, 43:03 resilience and scalable and purpose-driven life story, as well as the origin story, as well as the product. 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Just an update on where I am physically, mentally, and emotionally after this 5th surgery. As a warning this isn't the most positive episode so if you are expecting to be uplifted during your first day of 2025 this may not be the episode for you. If you want to hear the truth about what I've been battling then listen to the full episode. As always I appreciate you being here.Thank you,nSupport the showWarmly,Nico Barraza@FeedTheSoulNBwww.nicobarraza.com

Today, I am blessed to host a conversation with Sandy Martin. Sandy shares her journey of battling health issues like depression, brain fog, and fatigue, initially misattributed to perimenopause but later found to be caused by mold toxicity. She recounts her struggles with misdiagnosis, discovering functional medicine, and the importance of addressing environmental toxins. We discuss the broader implications of mold exposure, the significance of self-advocacy in healthcare, and practical biohacking strategies for healing. This episode aims to inspire listeners to explore alternative health solutions and understand the root causes of their symptoms. Show Highlights: Personal health journeys and experiences with symptoms like depression, brain fog, and fatigue. Misdiagnosis of health issues, initially attributed to perimenopause. Discovery of mold toxicity as a root cause of health problems. Exploration of functional medicine and its role in understanding health issues. The impact of mold exposure on overall health and well-being. Challenges faced in navigating the healthcare system regarding mold toxicity. Strategies for healing, including lifestyle changes and alternative therapies. Importance of self-advocacy in health journeys and recognizing environmental toxins. Discussion on biohacking and its potential benefits for health optimization. Resources Mentioned: Keto Kamp Academy YouTube - Bob Proctor A-B-C Goals Pure Maintenance Test My Home Biohacker Expo

In this powerful Tick Boot Camp Podcast episode, Lindsey Shaker shares her inspiring journey of overcoming Lyme disease and multiple co-infections. From battling years of misdiagnosis to navigating aggressive treatments, Lindsey's story highlights resilience, resourcefulness, and the importance of maintaining hope. She also emphasizes the role of movement, such as yoga and hiking, and the necessity of community and self-care in the healing process. Tune in for invaluable insights into managing chronic illness and learning how to advocate for yourself and others in the Lyme community. Introduction to Lindsey Shaker • Background: Director of Marketing for Shaker Auto Group and Lyme disease advocate. • Diagnosed with Lyme disease and multiple co-infections at age 31 after years of misdiagnosis. Lindsey's Early Life and Onset of Symptoms • Born with Lyme and Bartonella through maternal transmission. • Early symptoms: Full-body paralysis during high school track practices, emotional instability, memory loss, and balance issues in college. • Misdiagnosed with depression, ADHD, and Lyme carditis before her eventual diagnosis. The Turning Point • Mother's diagnosis prompted Lindsey to seek further testing. • Diagnosed with Lyme disease, Bartonella, Babesiosis, Typhus, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Ehrlichiosis, and Anaplasmosis via blood tests conducted by Dr. Bouboulis. The Treatment Journey • Initial treatments: A combination of antibiotics, anti-parasitic medication (Mepron), and IVIG therapy. • Challenges: Managing severe Herxheimer reactions and navigating insurance for IVIG approval. • Milestones: Significant improvements in mobility and overall health over seven years of treatment. The Role of Mindset and Self-Care • Tools for resilience: Yoga, probiotics, CBD oil, and communication with Lyme-literate professionals. • Addressing environmental factors, such as mold exposure, through diet, sleep, and movement. Movement as Medicine • Physical activities: Hiking and yoga played crucial roles in her recovery journey. • Emotional benefits: Restored confidence and emotional well-being through consistent movement. Life After Lyme • Nearly 99% recovered but emphasizes the importance of continued vigilance. • Reflects on lost time but remains grateful for the progress made and the strength gained. Advice for Listeners • For Lyme patients: “Your outlook is everything. Fight for your recovery and never give up.” • For prevention: “Assign a tick-checking buddy and never skip tick checks after outdoor activities.” Lindsey's Call-to-Action • Follow Lindsey on Instagram: @LMshaker to learn more about her journey and advocacy work. • Explore Tick Boot Camp resources for tools and strategies to overcome Lyme disease and chronic illnesses. Conclusion: Lindsey Shaker's journey reminds us that recovery is possible with persistence, education, and support. Her story is a beacon of hope for others navigating the challenges of chronic Lyme and other tick-borne diseases Keywords: Lyme disease, Tick Boot Camp, Lindsey Shaker, Resilience, Misdiagnosis, Co-infections, Herxheimer reactions, IVIG, Movement, Mindset, Immune system, Chronic illness, Recovery, Advocacy, Tick-borne illnesses, Treatment journey

Why Building Together Is the Key to Healing Divided CommunitiesHow can communities overcome disconnection, address anger, and rebuild trust in today's polarized and often overwhelming world? In this episode of Outrage Overload, Rich Harwood, founder of The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation, discusses the roots of civic disconnection and how media-driven outrage and social media algorithms fuel division. Drawing from his groundbreaking report, Civic Virus: Why Polarization is a Misdiagnosis, Rich sheds light on how deeply entrenched political differences and distorted news narratives have created fear and anxiety among voters, driving them apart.Rich's Turning Outward philosophy offers a fresh perspective on fostering collaboration and shared responsibility, providing practical tools to combat political bias, move beyond angry polarization, and address the fight-or-flight response so many experience in public discourse. Through real-world examples, he shares how communities can tackle issues like mental health, misinformation, and social isolation to create meaningful, lasting change.This inspiring conversation challenges the idea that differences are intractable and offers hope for building stronger connections. Discover how focusing on shared solutions and local action can help us reclaim agency, bridge divides, and reduce the culture of outrage. Listen now for actionable insights and stories of transformation!Text me your feedback and leave your contact info if you'd like a reply (this is a one-way text). Thanks, DavidSupport the showShow Notes:https://outrageoverload.net/ Follow me, David Beckemeyer, on Twitter @mrblog or email outrageoverload@gmail.com. Follow the show on Twitter @OutrageOverload or Instagram @OutrageOverload. We are also on Facebook /OutrageOverload.HOTLINE: 925-552-7885Got a Question, comment or just thoughts you'd like to share? Call the OO hotline and leave a message and you could be featured in an upcoming episodeIf you would like to help the show, you can contribute here. Tell everyone you know about the show. That's the best way to support it.Rate and Review the show on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/OutrageOverloadMany thanks to my co-editor and co-director, Austin Chen.

Join us this month as Sarah shares her journey to finding the right treatment for endometriosis and her insights as a dedicated dietitian and Nutritionist. She explores why reducing stress and nourishing your body—by eating more, not less—can make a difference in managing endo. Sarah also opens up about her experience with a hysterectomy, clarifying why it isn't a cure, and explains her decision to undergo excision surgery afterward. Tune in for invaluable guidance on supporting your body and finding hope. How to find Sarah: https://www.sarahraerdn.com/ https://www.instagram.com/endonutrition.pnw Follow for clips of the show: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thecycle.endopodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thecycleendopodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for listening to and supporting this podcast. We need awareness about this disease. If you want to be on the podcast or have feedback, please reach out via my website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.melissaboudreau.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or DM me @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/melisbou/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you SO much for your support and time. Please consider subscribing and writing us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify podcasts. It helps us get more awareness and with guests agreeing to come on!

Is ADD a superpower or an excuse? In this Fitness Friday episode, fitness expert Liron Kayvan and I dive deep into this controversial topic, exploring the rising trend of ADD diagnoses and the potential impact on individuals and society. We discuss misdiagnosed and overmedicated children, instant gratification culture and its effect on mental health. We dive into social media's role in exacerbating ADD-like symptoms. We also discuss the mismatch between human nature and the modern environment and share strategies for channeling ADD productively.  Liron Kayvan founded BFLA in 2019. He's a NASM Certified Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, and Transformative Life Coach. Liron has competed in Amateur MMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Rugby and has been a Fitness Coach for over 10 years. What we discuss:   ADD: Misdiagnosis, overmedication, and the potential to be a superpower The impact of labeling and using labels as an excuse for behavior The rise of therapy and medication among children Instant gratification culture and its effect on mental health Social media's role in exacerbating ADD-like symptoms The importance of delayed gratification and resilience Obsession and the difference between being obsessed with the craft vs. the results The mismatch between human nature and the modern environment Strategies for channeling ADD productively and developing coping skills Thank you to our sponsors: Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off  TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. BiOptimizers: Want to try Magnesium Breakthrough? Go to https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohenand use promo code JC10 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase. Timeline Nutrition: Get 10% off your first order at timeline.com/cohen Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.  Find more from Jen: Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen  Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements Find more about Liron Kayvan:  Website: https://www.beyondfitnessla.com/  Instagram: @beyondfitnessla

During a special episode of The Huddle recorded live at our 2024 annual meeting, we sat down with incoming ADCES President Veronica Brady, PhD, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES, FADCES. Veronica discussed the impact she wants to leave behind as President this coming year, as well as the concept of unconscious bias, how it shows up in our everyday lives and in working as health care professionals, and how we can practice cultural humility to better serve the needs of people with and at risk for diabetes. Please note: since the recording of this episode, Kirsten Yehl has since moved on from ADCES to pursue another professional opportunity. Listen to more episodes of The Huddle at adces.org/perspectives/the-huddle-podcast.Learn more about ADCES and the many benefits of membership at adces.org/join.

On this episode of All Bodies. All Foods., Ashley and Sam sit down with Laura Maalouf, a multifaceted individual who had previously battled Atypical Anorexia and recently published a self-help journal Not Sick Enough: Atypical Anorexia. Laura's story is one of frustration, resilience, and continued growth; her struggles were minimized, misunderstood, and misdiagnosed every time she reached out for help. Finally receiving the support and validation she had been longing for, she obtained the tools she needed and created a workbook to help others on the same road to recovery. Unfortunately, Laura's story is not uncommon. The medical, mental health, and dietetic fields have perpetuated the myth that only “underweight” bodies experience the symptoms of anorexia. In fact, Atypical Anorexia and Anorexia Nervosa share the same exact criteria with the only difference being “body size.” Even though these are technically different diagnoses, the physical and psychological consequences are just as serious.   If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues!   Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured.   All Bodies. All Foods. is a podcast by The Renfrew Center. Visit us at: https://renfrewcenter.com/

Send us a textImagine discovering that a simple misdiagnosis dramatically shaped your early years. That's exactly what happened to Dr. Mark Campbell-Foster, our guest and Director of Audiology Sales and Marketing at Redux. Mark takes us through his journey from a childhood misinterpreted as developmental delays to the revelation of his hearing loss at Children's Hospital Boston—a turning point that fueled both personal and professional growth. He navigates the intricacies of deaf culture, explores genetic underpinnings like Connexin 26 in his family, and stresses the life-changing importance of accurate diagnoses.As Mark recounts his high school years with hearing aids and the monumental transition to cochlear implants, we hear about the hurdles of living in a predominantly hearing world. The challenges are numerous, including the emotional and social aspects of needing to self-advocate. Mark shares the poignant moment when he realized hearing aids were no longer enough, prompting a life-altering decision for a cochlear implant. His story is a compelling mix of personal resilience and family adaptation, illustrating the emotional and practical aspects of embracing new hearing experiences.Mark's professional journey is equally inspiring, showing how he brings personal experience into his work with Redux. Mark celebrates the community and technological support that have been foundational to his success, highlighting the importance of connection and innovation in the field of audiology. Join us for this episode full of insights and inspiration as we explore the intersection of personal challenges and professional triumphs in hearing health. Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Twitter: @hearing_mattasFacebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

In this episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, hosts Matt Sabatello and special guest co-host Michelle McKeon sit down with Dr. Napatia T. Gettings, a Double Board Certified Psychiatrist and Lyme Literate specialist, to explore the intersections of brain health, Lyme disease, and cutting-edge diagnostic tools like SPECT imaging. What You'll Learn in This Episode Dr. Gettings' Journey to Lyme Literacy Discover how Dr. Gettings transitioned from medical school to private practice and became a partner at Amen Clinics. Learn about her expertise in treating child, adolescent, and young adult brain health and the integration of multiple medical specialties in her practice. Unveiling the Power of SPECT Imaging Understand what SPECT (Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography) imaging is and how it differs from traditional CT scans. Learn why SPECT imaging is vital for identifying brain activity abnormalities, including inflammation, and its challenges in obtaining insurance coverage. Brain Inflammation and Tick-Borne Diseases Explore how SPECT scans can detect brain inflammation caused by toxins, pathogens, and autoimmune conditions. Dive into case studies, including patients misdiagnosed with psychiatric conditions later found to have infections like Babesia. Treatment Approaches for Lyme and Inflammation Discover the role of multi-disciplinary care in addressing tick-borne diseases and brain health. Learn about treatment modalities such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and nutraceuticals. The Role of Cannabis in Brain Health Get insights into the benefits and risks of CBD and THC in managing inflammation and mental health. Understand the importance of education and individualized treatment plans when considering cannabis use. Navigating Mental Health and Trust Hear Michelle McKeon's personal story about overcoming mental health challenges and finding a supportive psychiatrist. Explore the critical role of trust in the doctor-patient relationship when treating complex conditions. Misdiagnosis and the Need for Better Diagnostics Learn why inadequate medical workups often lead to psychiatric misdiagnoses. Understand the importance of accessible, accurate diagnostics in mental health care. Key Takeaways and Resources Discover the Amen Clinics' resources, including examples of SPECT scans showing differences between healthy brains and those affected by Lyme disease. Hear Dr. Gettings' call to normalize brain scans as essential diagnostic tools for neuropsychiatric symptoms. Find actionable advice on improving health literacy and accessing comprehensive care. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone navigating Lyme disease, mental health challenges, or looking to optimize brain health. Tune in to uncover the science behind SPECT imaging and its life-changing applications in psychiatric care.

In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast, Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters answer some of your questions. Then, Dr. Peters is joined by Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna, professor of Neurosurgery at Weill Cornell Medical College and co-founder of an application called Roon. Roon taps into accurate health information, particularly in the areas of ALS, dementia, and brain tumors, and connects patients and caregivers with the doctors and communities they're looking for. Dr. Ramakrishna explains how this app came to be, who it's helping, and what's coming next.  We invite you to participate in our listener survey! By participating in the brief survey, you will have the opportunity to enter your name and email address for a chance to win one of five $100 Amazon gift cards. Additional Resources Roon- Answers from Medical Professionals How to Be Your Own Best Advocate How Patient Organizations Engage Communities During the Pandemic Caregivers Share How They Keep Loved Ones Engaged at Home   Other Brain & Life Episodes on this Topic Building Healthy Digital Habits with Dr. Faye Begeti Influencer Chan Plante on Coping with Misdiagnosis and Finding a Community We Are Brave Together with Jessica Patay   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org   Social Media:   Guests: Roon App @roon.care Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

Title: The COVID Catastrophe: Top Pediatrician Perspectives   This week, we are releasing a third episode from The End of COVID educational series.  In this episode, Dr. Stanton Hom discusses the pivotal importance of understanding the innate self-healing abilities of the human body with Dr. Larry Palevsky, a renowned pediatrician and advocate for natural medicine. Together they debunk the myths surrounding the conventional food supply and vaccination, emphasizing the dangers of vaccine ingredients and their potentially harmful impacts on children's health.    This episode also highlights the rise in chronic illnesses, the importance of organic regenerative farming practices, and the conscious choice to empower one's own health. The two emphasize the transformative power of aligning with natural health principles and the critical role of parents and informed medical practitioners in ensuring a healthier future for the next generations.   Timestamps: 00:58 Moving Towards Self-Sufficiency 01:20 Designing a Regenerative Home 02:28 Introduction to the Podcast Episode 02:36 Interview with Dr. Larry Pilevsky 05:08 The Role of Pediatricians in Health Freedom 11:00 The Innate Capacity of the Body to Heal 32:07 Cold Plunging for Resilience 33:07 Earthly Wellness Partnership 35:35 A Medical Student's Revelation 36:47 Questioning Evidence-Based Medicine 37:56 The Tragedy of Misdiagnosis 39:51 The Fallacy of Vaccine Science 42:56 The Role of Bacteria in Human Health 45:03 Autoimmune Diseases and Vaccines 58:30 The Hidden Dangers of Vaccine Ingredients 01:12:48 The Future of Pediatric Care 01:14:42 Empowering Patients with Knowledge 01:18:34 Invitation to Future Generations Clinic   Resources:   Remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on iTunes and Follow us on Spotify!   Learn more about The End of COVID:   https://theendofcovid.com/ref/352/    Learn more about Dr. Stanton Hom on:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstantonhom  Website: https://futuregenerationssd.com/    Podcast Website: https://thefuturegen.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/drstantonhom  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanhomdc    Stay Connected with the Future Generations Podcast:   Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/futuregenpodcast  https://www.instagram.com/thefuturegensd  https://www.instagram.com/drstantonhom    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futuregenpodcast/  https://www.facebook.com/thefuturegensd/  If you would like to learn more about the truth behind the pandemic, please check out The End of C0V1D.  Click the link to sign up: https://theendofcovid.com/ref/352/    Get the Heart of Freedom III Replay here: https://hof3replay.thefuturegen.com/hof3recording  Join the Future Generations Community here: https://community.thefuturegen.com  San Diego area residents, take advantage of our special New Patient offer exclusively for podcast listeners here. We can't wait to experience miracles with you!   The desire to go off grid and have the ability to grow your own food has never been stronger than before. No matter the size of your property, Food Forest Abundance can help you design a regenerative layout that utilizes your resources in the most synergistic and sustainable manner. If you are interested in breaking free from the system, please visit www.foodforestabundance.com and use code “thefuturegen” to receive a discount on their incredible services.   Show your eyes some love with a pair of daylight or sunset (or both!) blue-light blocking glasses from Ra Optics. They have graciously offered Future Generations podcast listeners 10% off any purchase. Use code FGPOD or click here to access this discount, and let us know how your glasses are treating you!   One of the single best companies whose clean products have supported the optimal wellness of our family is Earthley Wellness. Long before there was a 2020, Kate Tetje and her team have stood for TRUTH, HEALTH and FREEDOM in ways that paved the way for so many of us. In collaboration with this incredible team, we are proud to offer you 10% off of your first purchase by shopping here.   Are you concerned about food supply insecurity? Our family has rigorously sourced our foods for over a decade and one of our favorite sources is Farm Match and specifically for San Diego locals, “Real Food Club PMA”. My kids are literally made from their maple breakfast sausage and the amazing carnitas we make from their pasture raised pork. We are thrilled to share 10% off your first order when you shop at this link.   Another important way to bolster food security is by supporting local ranchers. Our favorite local regenerative ranch is Perennial Pastures. They have the best nutrient-dense meats that are 100% grass-fed and pasture-raised. You can get $10 off of your first purchase when you use the code: "FUTUREGENERATIONS" at checkout. Start shopping here.

Chart-topping songwriter Dana Parish's life took an unexpected turn after a tick bite led to Lyme disease and heart failure. Faced with misdiagnosis and inadequate treatment, Dana's story transforms from a personal struggle to a rallying cry for those dismissed by traditional medicine. During this episode, Dana sheds light on the systemic issues surrounding chronic illnesses, toxic mold, and the critical role of integrative and functional medicine. ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ CONNECT WITH DANA PARISH⁣ https://www.X.com/Danaparish⁣ https://www.instagram.com/TheDanaParish⁣ ⁣ ⁣GET DANA'S BOOK ⁣ Chronic: The Hidden Cause of the Autoimmune Pandemic and How to Get Healthy ⁣ https://amzn.to/4ejLpsz (Amazon)⁣ ⁣ GET BRAIN CANDY DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX⁣ ⁣ https://www.hilaryrusso.com/braincandy⁣ ⁣ WORK WITH HILARY ⁣ https://www.hilaryrusso.com/havening⁣ ⁣ CONNECT WITH HILARY⁣ https://www.hilaryrusso.com⁣ https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilaryrusso⁣ https://www.instagram.com/hilaryrusso⁣ https://www.youtube.com/hilaryrusso⁣ https://www.hilaryrusso.com/podcast⁣ ⁣ MUSIC by Lipbone Redding⁣ https://www.lipbone.com/

Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions In this episode of the 'Conquering Your Fibromyalgia' podcast, Dr. Michael Lenz discusses ADHD with Dr. Andrew Cutler, focusing on medication use from teens to twenties and associated challenges. They delve into the impact of ADHD on self-observation and judgment, comorbid conditions, and the importance of anticipatory guidance. The conversation highlights the value of individualized treatment, ADHD coaching, and the nuances of ADHD and bipolar disorder co-existence. Personal anecdotes underscore the transformative effect of proper ADHD treatment. Resources like ADHD coaching and dietitian referrals are emphasized as part of a holistic approach.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Host00:17 Exploring ADHD: Medication, Misdiagnosis, and Treatment01:14 The Challenges of ADHD Medication in Transition Ages02:28 Understanding ADHD's Impact and Treatment Approaches03:27 The Importance of Anticipatory Guidance and Family History in ADHD05:10 The Evolution of ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment08:01 Personal Journey into Psychiatry and ADHD Research11:31 The Complexities of ADHD, Autism, and Bipolar Disorder20:42 The Power of ADHD Treatment: Real-life Success Stories26:39 The Role of ADHD Coaching and Resources29:14 Concluding Thoughts and Future Discussions Support the showA Fibromyalgia Starter Pack, which is a great companion to the book Conquering Your Fibromyalgia, is now available. Dr. Michael Lenz practices general pediatrics and internal medicine primary care, seeing patients from infants through adults. In addition, he also will see patients with fibromyalgia and related problems and patients interested in lifestyle medicine and clinical lipidology. To learn more, go to ConquringYourFibromyalgia.com. Remember that while Dr. Lenz is a medical doctor, he is not your doctor. All of your signs and symptoms should be discussed with your own physician. He aims to weave the best of conventional medicine with lifestyle medicine to help people with chronic health conditions live their best lives possible. Dr. Lenz hopes that the podcast, book, blog, and website serve as a trusted resource and starting point on your journey of learning to live better with fibromyalgia and related illnesses.

It's remarkable how many autistics are misdiagnosed with another illness or condition before or instead of learning they're autistic. Could it be that the medical profession doesn't even consider autism as a possible diagnosis? Hear about the other conditions and illnesses that are sometimes mistaken for autism.Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY!-->Try Sunsama free for 30 days! https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk (affiliate link which helps the podcast) No credit card needed. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/theautisticwoman (one time donation or monthly)Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwoman; PayPal: info@theautisticwoman.comTwitter/X: @anautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.com; Website: theautisticwoman.comTexting is not currently available.Check out these other autistic shows:From The Spectrum: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-spectrum-finding-superpowers-with-autism/id1737499562YoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy https://www.youtube.com/@orionkellyBeyond 6 Seconds: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-6-seconds/id1336740192

In this deeply moving episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Kevin Brewer, a Navy veteran, Spartan athlete, and resilience coach. Kevin shares his incredible journey of overcoming a 13-year battle with misdiagnosed health issues that left him feeling lost and frustrated. From navigating severe physical challenges to battling the toll on his mental health, Kevin's story is a testament to grit, self-belief, and the power of persistence. Kevin's journey began with the physical toll of his military service, enduring years of misdiagnoses and chronic pain that, at times, made it nearly impossible to function. With courage and a relentless spirit, Kevin took matters into his own hands, educating himself on his symptoms and ultimately finding a doctor who truly listened. Through stem cell treatments, Kevin transformed his health, going from barely moving to completing 10 Spartan races within a year. Now, he's on a mission to help others tap into their inner strength and overcome adversity. Key Lessons from Kevin's Story: Extreme Self-Belief: One of the most powerful parts of Kevin's story is his unwavering belief in himself. Despite countless setbacks and dismissive doctors, Kevin maintained faith that he could find a solution, showing listeners the importance of resilience in the face of repeated challenges. The Power of “Yet”: Kevin shares his unique perspective on the word yet—a simple addition that keeps hope alive. "I haven't found the solution yet" and "I'm not where I want to be yet" became his mantra, reminding us that our journey is ongoing and that breakthroughs are often just around the corner. Finding Small Victories: For Kevin, healing began with incremental progress. From walking short distances to completing Spartan races, Kevin's approach of setting small, achievable goals helped him build the confidence to reclaim his physical and mental well-being. Kevin's Message for Others Kevin's story isn't just about overcoming physical challenges; it's about a mental transformation. He shares insights on finding purpose, controlling your mindset, and taking charge of your journey. Now, as a coach, he empowers men to overcome their own obstacles by harnessing the power of their minds and bodies. For those looking to connect with Kevin and gain insight from his journey, you can follow him on Instagram at @CoachKevinBrewer or explore his daily tips and inspiration designed to help you unlock your potential. Listen to the full episode to hear Kevin's extraordinary journey firsthand and discover actionable steps for building resilience and reclaiming control over your life.   Stay Connected If this episode resonated with you, subscribe and share it with someone who could benefit from Kevin's story. You can connect with Chuck and explore coaching or speaking opportunities by visiting Warriors Unmasked.   LINKS: www.thecompassionateconnection.com www.warriorsunmasked.com  Join Chuck's Text Community: 251-418-7966   Episode Minute By Minute: 00:00 - Introduction: Chuck introduces Kevin Brewer, highlighting his military background, resilience journey, and Spartan achievements. 03:12 - Kevin's Early Career in the Navy: Kevin discusses his early years in the Navy, working in intelligence and law enforcement, and the mental and physical challenges he faced. 08:45 - Misdiagnosis and Health Struggles: Kevin shares his 13-year battle with misdiagnosed health issues, chronic pain, and the frustration of feeling misunderstood by medical professionals. 15:37 - Finding the Right Treatment: After years of searching, Kevin finds a doctor who listens, leading to stem cell treatments that change his life. 21:24 - Becoming a Spartan Athlete: Kevin talks about how he went from barely moving to completing Spartan races, sharing the mindset shifts that helped him achieve these milestones. 27:10 - The Power of “Yet”: Kevin explains his philosophy on using the word “yet” as a tool for maintaining hope and perseverance through tough times. 33:45 - Small Victories and Setting Goals: Kevin emphasizes the importance of finding small wins and setting achievable goals in recovery and personal growth. 39:12 - Coaching and Inspiring Others: Kevin discusses his mission to coach men on overcoming obstacles by building mental resilience and reclaiming control of their lives. 45:18 - Final Thoughts and Takeaways: Chuck and Kevin wrap up with key insights on resilience, mindset, and the power of self-belief.  

On episode 247, Emily Kircher-Morris welcomes Dr. Megan Anna Neff to explore the complexities of neurodiversity, and the societal stereotypes that affect their lives. They talk about the challenges of diagnosis, the nuances of misdiagnosis, particularly the overlap between conditions like autism and borderline personality disorder, and the significance of self-awareness and acceptance in the journey of neurodivergent individuals. They discuss the phenomenon of autistic burnout, its implications, the challenges in clinical training regarding autism and ADHD, and inherent inequities that exist because of stereotypes and biases. Takeaways Diagnosis can significantly impact self-understanding and acceptance. Misdiagnosis is common, especially among women and genderqueer individuals. Understanding one's neurodivergent identity can aid in the healing process. The medical community often overlooks non-stereotypical presentations of neurodivergence. Self-criticism can stem from societal pressures and internalized shame. Community and connection are vital for neurodivergent individuals. Many undiagnosed autistic individuals are misdiagnosed with personality disorders. There is a significant lack of training for clinicians on autism and ADHD. Breaking down stigma around neurodivergence requires ongoing effort and advocacy. Autistic burnout includes increased sensory sensitivities and emotional fatigue. Living in a typical societal structure can lead to burnout for autistic individuals. Challenging myths about autism is essential for societal change. Don't forget to join the Neurodiversity Podcast Advocacy & Support Group to keep the conversation going! Dr. Megan Anna Neff (she/they) is a clinical psychologist, researcher, and advocate based in Portland, Oregon. Her work focuses on neurodiversity, spirituality, and holistic mental health. She has published articles and a book exploring diverse topics such as place-attachment, relational psychotherapy, and the African diaspora. Following her own and her child's autism diagnoses, Dr. Neff became a passionate advocate for neurodivergent individuals. She challenges stereotypes and misconceptions through her writing, speaking engagements, and online presence, including her Instagram platform where she shares educational content and resources. Dr. Neff is dedicated to bridging the gap between academic research and practical applications in the mental health field. She promotes an authentic and holistic approach to mental health that embraces the whole person and acknowledges the impact of systemic issues on individual well-being. BACKGROUND READING Dr. Neff's Instagram Neurodivergent Insights website LinkedIn Facebook Divergent Conversations podcast The Neurodiversity Podcast is available on Facebook and Instagram, and you can also join our private Facebook group.

Dr. Donna Henderson joins Emily Kircher-Morris to talk about the changes in the assessment process for autism, the importance of empowering therapists to diagnose autism, and the need for equity in masking. Their conversation also explores the double empathy problem and the challenges of balancing unmasking with the needs of neurodiverse individuals in educational settings. They also discuss the PDA profile and its place within the autism spectrum. That's all waiting for you on episode 246. This is a reprise of an earlier chat. Takeaways The assessment process for autism is evolving, with a shift towards understanding subjective experience rather than relying solely on test scores. Therapists are adapting by relying less on formal tests and more on interview skills and understanding inner subjective experiences. Empowering therapists to diagnose autism is important for identifying and supporting individuals who may have been missed in the past. Masking and camouflaging are complex behaviors that can have both benefits and drawbacks, and it is important to find a balance that respects individual needs and promotes equity. Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is not simply about avoiding demands, but rather an overriding biological drive for autonomy. Misdiagnosis and labeling are common for PDAers, leading to potential negative consequences, especially for minority boys. Understanding the core features of PDA, such as difficulty coping with demands, a wide variety of coping mechanisms, and challenges with social hierarchy, is crucial for accurate diagnosis and support. For details about our courses for teaching twice-exceptional learners, click here. Dr. Donna Henderson has been a clinical neuropsychologist for over 30 years. She is passionate about identifying and supporting autistic individuals, particularly those who camouflage, and she is co-author (with Drs. Sarah Wayland and Jamell White) of two books: Is This Autism? A Guide For Clinicians and Everyone Else and Is This Autism? A Companion Guide For Diagnosing. Dr. Henderson provides neuropsychological evaluations and consultations for children, adolescents, and adults who would like to understand themselves better. She is a sought-after lecturer on the less obvious presentations of autism, autistic girls and women, PDA, and on parenting children with complex profiles. She also provides case consultations and neurodiversity-affirmative training for other healthcare professionals. BACKGROUND READING Donna's website Is This Autism?