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If you've ever felt “reactive to everything” food, smells, seasons, stress, and been told it's all in your head, this episode will feel like a deep exhale.In this conversation, Susan sits down with health engineer and gut specialist Steven Wright, co-founder of HealthyGut.com, to unpack the real story behind histamine, mast cell issues, gut dysbiosis, and why so many highly sensitive, driven people are hitting a wall with their health.You'll hear Steven's raw story of IBS, panic attacks, “supplement graveyards,” and getting called “the stinky guy” at work, and how that pain became the catalyst for his life's work. Together, Susan and Steven connect the dots between histamine, the microbiome, genetics, stress, perimenopause, mold, Lyme, and the nervous system in a way that finally makes sense.This isn't about labeling histamine as the enemy. It's about understanding why your bucket is overflowing,and what you can actually do about it.In this episode:What histamine really is (and why it's not the bad guy)The difference between histamine intolerance and mast cell activation, and how they show up in real lifeThe gut–histamine connection: dysbiosis, leaky gut, SIBO/SIFO and DAOWhy stress, trauma, and a dysregulated nervous system can keep your symptoms stuck on “high”How genetics (like AOC1, MTHFR, etc.) can raise your histamine risk—but don't determine your destinyWhy perimenopause, estrogen shifts, and even “healthy” habits (like lemon water & fermenteds) can make some people feel worsePractical ideas to start lowering your histamine load: food timing, leftovers, nervous system practices, and smart supplementation to discuss with your providerIf you've been collecting protocols, cutting out more and more foods, and still don't feel like yourself… this conversation is for you.Learn more about our guest Steven Wright:Steven Wright is a Health Engineer, Kalish Functional Medicine Institute Graduate, and gut health specialist.  Since 2009, Steven's been researching, writing, and building products around gut, brain, and immune related issues.  He's overcome a host of complex gut, brain, immune issues himself and uses these painful and challenging experiences to help others.  Steven is the co-founder of healthygut.com and he lives in Boulder, CO with his wife Shay and their two dogs. RESOURCES:Connect with Steven Wright:Website: https://healthygut.com/Shop the products: http://healthygut.com/healthyawakenings (this link will provide you a special discount!)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthygutco/Find all of Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: Shop the products: http://healthygut.com/healthyawakenings (this link will provide you a special discount!)https://healthyawakening.co/2025/12/15/episode101Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Review Your Trading Year & Prepare for 2026  Podcast: Find out more about Blueberry Markets – Click Here Find out more about my Online Video Forex Course Book a Call with Andrew or one of his team now Click Here to Attend my Free Masterclass #618: Review Your Trading Year & Prepare for 2026 In this video: 00:59 – Reviewing 2025 trading conditions. 01:23 – Daily trades at +30% for the year. 02:08 – Consistency is key. 02:35 – What's worked and what has not worked for you this year? 03:05 – Multiple markets to trade well this year. 03:54 – I traded while on holiday in the US for 1 month. 04:47 – Ask us for help. 05:07 – Attend my 30 minutes Masterclass. 05:50 – Our Christmas break. 06:18 – Our 17th year next year at TFTC. 08:00 – Thanks for your support and happy Christmas and New Year. How’s 2025 been for you as a trader? Hopefully you’ve had a good year. The market conditions have been excellent. And also, I’d like to challenge you to review your year, to see what worked, what has not worked, and what you are going to do to make sure that over the next few weeks, 2026 becomes a great trading year for you. Let’s talk about that and more right now. Hey there, Traders! Andrew Mitchem here at The Forex Trading Coach with video and podcast number 618. The last one for 2025. I’m outside here with the beautiful New Zealand Pohutukawa trees, which are called the New Zealand Christmas tree if you’re watching on video. They come at this time of year in December. Beautiful red flower. But, yeah, I want to make this video just to talk about the Christmas break, about New Year. Reviewing 2025 trading conditions. But also to review your 2025. How have you found it? I’ve found that the market conditions this year have been really good. After maybe a couple of years of more quiet forex market conditions, this year the conditions are back again. Great movement in the market. And we’ve had a great year, like this awesome year. Great results across multiple time frame charts and multiple markets. Daily trades at +30% for the year. To give you an example, just our daily chart trades alone on half of 1%, and forget, we’re up at a plus 30%, three zero, for the year. And still with two weeks of trading to go. And it just shows the consistency. Every single year since 2010, our daily trades have been profitable. But another 30%, and that’s complete set and forget. So, obviously with a bit of trade management, you could do better than that. Now, that’s one timeframe I’m talking about here. On top of that, we also post trades on the monthly charts, weekly charts, and we talk about other time frame charts such as 12 hour, 8, 6, 4, 3, 2, 1 and everything in between. Consistency is key. And so it just shows the consistency of not only being able to follow along and earn from your trading while following what we’re doing, but of course our job is to help you as well, for clients to learn so you know exactly what to do. You know what to look for, how and where and why to enter and exit a trade, to ensure that your risk is low and your reward to risk is really high. So really important that you know that in your strategy. What's worked and what has not worked for you this year? Now, I would challenge you, if you’re not a client, to have a look at your strategy and what’s worked and what’s not worked this year. But also, you know, take this time now with the markets going to be quiet over Christmas and New Year and just have a good think about what it is that you need to do differently into 2026 if this year was not a good year for you. As mentioned, conditions have been really good this year. And therefore, if your strategy’s good, you should have had a very good year. Multiple markets to trade well this year. We found that, you know, the forex market has been good. The non-farm markets have been good. Just this week, we took a sell trade on US oil. That was profitable. Just earlier this morning, my time, it hit the profit target. We’ve had multiple crypto trades, other commodities and indices as well. And so even if one market’s a little bit quiet or one timeframe’s a little bit quiet, because the strategy works across all markets and all time frame charts, we’ve found really good results and conditions on the likes of US oil if, let’s say, the forex market was quiet on that same day. And that’s the beauty of being able to scan different time frame charts and different markets. So, is that something that you need help with or is it something that you’re absolutely fine with? Just review your trades and it’s really important. I traded while on holiday in the US for 1 month. From a personal point of view, I had a month in the US with my wife for her 50th birthday in July and August, and the beauty is, you can trade and travel and trading just carried on exactly the same. And, you know, that’s the beauty, isn’t it? You know, it’s not just the financial freedom. It’s the time freedom as well. Don’t forget, we’re all getting older. You know, we’ve all got less time left on this earth. Use it wisely. What’s the point in sitting glued to charts all day and night staring at charts? It’s like I could think of nothing worse. So, having that time freedom to be able to go and do things that you want to do is just crucial. And in my opinion, anyway, I just think it’s just as important as the financial gain is the time freedom that trading offers you. So, have a good review of everything from your side and. Ask us for help. If you need any help with anything, just sing out like we are. I mean, it’s obviously summertime here in New Zealand. This time of year onwards, December into January, is generally a pretty quiet, cruisy time of year, lots of barbecues and things like that. So we are around, we’re here to help and make this work for you. Attend my 30 minutes Masterclass. And, if you have not been on my masterclass, I encourage you over the next few weeks to spend an hour and just have a look through the website and half an hour on the masterclass. And go and look at the previous videos that I’ve made like this. There are 618 of them. You’re going to learn a lot of those, listen to some podcasts if you’ve got some free time of these recordings as well, and just make use of the next month conditions over Christmas and New Year. Obviously the markets stay open for majority of that time. But conditions will either be really, really quiet on a lot of those markets or, due to thin volume, they could be quite, you know, quite wild and erratic. So you never really know. Our Christmas break. But either way, we’re stopping trading on the 19th, I think it is on the Friday, and we’re not starting until Monday the 11th, I think that is, January. Just having a good break, well-earned break. We’ve showed up every single day for our daily trades. We’re on the forum site the whole time. We do our live webinars for our clients every single week. We put huge effort into making it work for us and our clients and consistency and showing up is key. Our 17th year next year at TFTC. So, next May in 26, we turn 17 years old here at The Forex Trading Coach, something that myself and the team are immensely proud of, of what we’ve achieved personally with the strategy and our own trading and the community that we’ve built up over those years and the amazing clients that we have on board and the help that we’ve given people from right around the world. And, like, you go out there and have a look online. Who’s out there that’s been around for 17 years in this market? You know, you’re going to find hundreds, if not thousands of made up people on TikTok and Instagram and that type of thing. The majority aren’t real. We’re there doing this day in, day out. And the proof is in the longevity. By the way, the strategy in that time has never changed. You can go back and have a look at my daily trading posts from 2010 and look at the live webinars from 2010. Everything remains the same. So consistency of showing up, consistency in the strategy. We’re not jumping and changing all over the place like most people do. We’re not making it up and changing it. Conditions change. This is real, real people outside doing things, family people, you know, just normal people, if that’s what appeals to you. And, and you’re not interested in the flashy red Ferraris and the made up trades, and you want real trading that you can do and enjoy your life at the same time, I really encourage you to have a look and consider coming on board with us and letting us help you for next year. So that’s it for this year. Thanks for your support and happy Christmas and New Year. It’s been an awesome year, been a great year. I’d like to thank everybody for watching and listening and of course all the team here at The Forex Trading Coach and especially all the clients as well. It’s great to have you on board. Loved the community and the interaction that we have helping each other. And I’d just like to take this opportunity to wish you all a fantastic Christmas, have a safe and enjoyable time, whatever you’re doing. And have a great New Year and look forward to seeing you in 2026 when we do it all again. This is Andrew Mitchem here at The Forex Trading Coach. Happy Christmas. See you next year. Bye for now. Episode Title: #618: Review Your Trading Year & Prepare for 2026 Find out more about Blueberry Markets – Click Here Find out more about my Online Video Forex Course Book a Call with Andrew or one of his team now Click Here to Attend my Free Masterclass

In Part 2 of my conversation with the brilliant Dr. Daniella Remy, we go behind the scenes of the pH360 / Shae system, the AI-driven, epigenetics-based platform I use with my clients to create truly individualized nutrition and lifestyle plans.If you've ever wondered why generic diets don't work for you…Why one person thrives on intermittent fasting while another crashes… Or how food can be mapped to YOUR unique body, genetics, history, and environment…Dr. Remy was one of the scientific architects behind the food section of pH360, and she breaks down how the system actually works: from measurements, health history, and genetics… all the way to your personal food list, recipe library, and dynamic meal planning that evolves as you evolve.This isn't another “eat clean” conversation.This is: “Here's how to finally feed the body you actually have.”In this episode:How the pH360 / Shae technology was created and what makes it so differentWhy nutrient density, timing, and how you cook your food matter more than macrosHow your age, ancestry, health conditions, stress, and even seasonal changes determine what's ideal for youWhy your food list changes over time (and why that's a good thing)How the recipe + meal planning system works for your body, not against itReal-world examples from Susan's own journey using pH360 as an activatorHow personalized food choices can feel less restrictive and more like freedomIf you've been craving clarity about what to eat, when to eat, and how to support your unique body, this episode is your roadmap.Learn more about our guest Dr. Daniella Remy:Dr. Daniella Remy, a naturopathic doctor, health strategist, and one of the sharpest minds in the emerging field of precision wellness. Daniella is the Vice President of Science at Shae.ai, where she's been part of the core team since inception. She is the scientific architect behind Shae's groundbreaking AI-based health technology, driving the personalization engine, the precision lab interpretation, and the predictive algorithms designed to help people prevent disease long before it starts.In September, she launched her newest venture, The Perimenopause Lab, a platform dedicated to helping women cut through the chaos of hormonal changes with clarity, confidence, and science-backed solutions. Her mission is to transform how women understand and navigate perimenopause, making this stage a powerful reset instead of a struggle.Beyond her work, Daniella is an avid gym buff, a devoted dog lover, and a passionate traveler who speaks four languages and brings a global, human-centered perspective to everything she does. She's known for blending deep scientific expertise with a warm, grounded, and totally relatable approach to health.RESOURCES:Connect with Dr. Daniella Remy:Website: https://drremynd.com/Find all of Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/12/08/episode99Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Perimenopause isn't the beginning of the end, it's the beginning of understanding your body in a whole new way. And this episode is the one every woman in her 40s and 50s needs to hear.Today, Susan sits down with her pH360 colleague and one of the brightest minds in precision wellness, Dr. Danielle Remy, naturopathic doctor, VP of Science at Shae, the AI architect behind personalized health tech, and founder of The Perimenopause Lab.She's raw. She's real. She's brilliant. And she's not here to sugarcoat anything.IN THIS EPISODE:Why hot flashes are NOT the first sign of perimenopauseThe real first hormones to shift, and why doctors miss themWhy so many women feel lost, dismissed, or ignored by conventional medicineHow lifestyle + genetics + environment shape your symptomsWhat women with different body types actually needWhy personalized health matters more than ever during perimenopauseEarly signs to look for long before your cycle changesWhy you should never gaslight yourself about your symptomsThe truth about bioidentical hormones (including testosterone!)How to USE wearables like HRV + CGMs to understand your bodyThis conversation is a lifeline for every woman navigating this transition, and for the doctors, practitioners, and partners who want to understand it better.Share this with a woman you love. Your mom. Sister. Friend. Coworker. This information matters.Part 2 with Dr. Daniella Remy drops on Friday!Learn more about our guest Dr. Daniella Remy:Dr. Daniella Remy, a naturopathic doctor, health strategist, and one of the sharpest minds in the emerging field of precision wellness. Daniella is the Vice President of Science at Shae.ai, where she's been part of the core team since inception. She is the scientific architect behind Shae's groundbreaking AI-based health technology, driving the personalization engine, the precision lab interpretation, and the predictive algorithms designed to help people prevent disease long before it starts.In September, she launched her newest venture, The Perimenopause Lab, a platform dedicated to helping women cut through the chaos of hormonal changes with clarity, confidence, and science-backed solutions. Her mission is to transform how women understand and navigate perimenopause, making this stage a powerful reset instead of a struggle.Beyond her work, Daniella is an avid gym buff, a devoted dog lover, and a passionate traveler who speaks four languages and brings a global, human-centered perspective to everything she does. She's known for blending deep scientific expertise with a warm, grounded, and totally relatable approach to health.RESOURCES:Connect with Dr. Daniella Remy:Website: https://drremynd.com/Find all of Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/12/08/episode99Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

For our December 2025 episode, Head of Partnerships Steve Hall speaks to Bridgit Boulahanis, Director of Data & Solutions, and Charles Chiau CEO, CTO & co-founder of Bedrock Ocean Exploration - one of the very first industry Partners to join forces with Seabed 2030 back in 2020, a USA-based compay that "develops technology to rethink the way the world collects and uses seafloor data" with the tagline "Systematically exploring the oceans."Bridgit and Charles speak about the company's passion for seabed mapping and knowledge sharing, including the innovative Mosaic system that allows users to log-in for very high resolution seabed mapping of up to 25cm resolution in areas where the data exists. Bedrock are also a very well respected builder of specialist marine autonomous systems. They are a vertically-integrated ocean exploration company developing proprietary robotics and software to quickly and cheaply explore the entirety of the Earth's oceans on a scale not hitherto possible, offering subsea survey services (Hydro, Geo, UXO, etc.) as well as paired cloud & local software to effectively store, process and make sense of their client's subsea data.For more information about Bedrock contact Charles at charles@bedrockocean.com or Bridgit at bridgit@bedrockocean.com Towards the end of the podcast we mention the forthcoming opportunity to learn more about Seabed 2030 at two sessions we're organising on 11th March 2026 during Oceanology International - contact Steve at partnerships@seabed2030.org for more information. With thanks to Emily Boddy for podcast music, intro & outro. Copyright 2025 Seabed 2030 Revealing Hidden Depths - the Seabed 2030 Podcast Find out more about our project at www.seabed2030.org Brought to you by the Nippon Foundation and GEBCO

Everyone's talking about GLP-1s, but no one's REALLY talking about them.In this raw, real, and refreshingly honest mini, Susan Robbins sits down with fellow pH360 coach Lisa St. Ledger to unpack what's really going on with the weight-loss drug craze, the good, the bad, and the misunderstood.From the explosion of prescriptions to the deeper emotional and physiological patterns behind weight gain, Susan and Lisa explore the conversation most people aren't having.This episode pulls back the curtain on personalized health, epigenetics, and why “doing all the right things” doesn't always work. Whether you're on a GLP-1, considering one, or just curious about what's really driving today's health trends, this one will get you thinking.In this episode:The truth behind the GLP-1 boom (and why doctors are handing them out like candy)The surprising differences between microdosing and standard dosingLearn More about Lisa St. Ledger:Accredited Health & Wellness Coach | Endorsed PH360 Health Coach | Advocate for Lasting Health TransformationWith over 28 years of experience as an educator, I have witnessed how knowledge, empowerment, support, and fostering self-efficacy can create lasting change. As an Accredited Health and Wellness Coach, my mission is to guide individuals on their unique health journeys, helping them unlock their full potential by tapping into their personal epigenetics using the PH360 platform.Over the past decade, I have faced significant health challenges, including a diagnosis of Hashimoto's thyroid disease and surviving breast cancer. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the emotional and physical toll that chronic health conditions can take. They have also strengthened my resolve to help others overcome their own obstacles, reclaim their health, and live vibrantly.Outside of my work, I find joy in activities that nurture both my body and soul. I love cooking healthy meals, hiking in nature, and oil painting, which allows me to express my creativity and find peace. These passions help me stay balanced and connected to what matters. I'm honored to support others in achieving lasting health transformation and guiding them toward a life of vitality.RESOURCES:Connect with Lisa St. Ledger:Website: https://resolutionhealth360.com/Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/12/05/episode98Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Today, Susan and Kate welcome back one of the podcast's most-loved guests Dr. Eric Balcavage, internationally recognized thyroid expert and co-author of The Thyroid Debacle. This conversation is raw, energizing, and packed with clarity as we break down what most people never get told about functional medicine, thyroid health, and the difference between truly recovering your health vs. just managing symptoms.If you've ever felt dismissed by “normal labs,” overwhelmed by Google rabbit holes, this episode will feel like a grounding exhale. Dr. Eric breaks down complex physiology, while Susan and Kate connect it to mindset, trauma patterns, stress, and the psychology behind why so many people stay stuck. It's empowering, eye-opening, and fun, just what everyday people need to finally understand their health.In This Episode:The real difference between allopathic, integrative, and functional medicineWhy symptoms are meaningful messages—not random annoyancesLearn more about our guest Dr. Eric Balcavage:Dr. Eric Balcavage is internationally recognized as a leading authority in functional medicine and thyroid physiology. He's the co-author of The Thyroid Debacle, host of the Thyroid Answers Podcast, and a trusted mentor to hundreds of practitioners across the U.S. With over two decades of clinical experience, he specializes in helping patients recover from chronic hypothyroidism, metabolic dysfunction, and complex health challenges that haven't responded to conventional or protocol-based care. He also lectures and consults on topics such as cellular thyroid physiology, GI health, organic acid testing, and methylation—shaping a new standard for thyroid recovery.RESOURCES:Check out our other episode with Dr. Eric Balcavage:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/64-rethinking-thyroid-health-with-dr-eric-balcavage/id1736527617?i=1000715108182Connect with Dr. Eric Balcavage:Website: http://drericbalcavage.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/drericbalcavage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@askdrericPrivate Facebook Group:  www.facebook.com/groups/thyroidrecoverycollective/ Free Thyroid Ebook: http://drericbalcavage.com/free-thyroid-ebook  Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thyroid-answers-podcast/id1189585193 The Thyroid Debacle: https://amzn.to/3zHRZYZSubscribe to my newsletter: https://rejuvagencenter.com/newsletter-signup/Find all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/12/01/episode97Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Just because it's labeled gluten-free doesn't mean it's healthy.In this week's Everyday Epigenetics mini, Susan Robbins and Kate King talk about the truth about gluten-free products, hidden sugars, and high-glycemic “health foods” that might be messing with your gut, your blood sugar, and your energy, without you even realizing it.Susan, a self-proclaimed label detective, shares her favorite tried-and-true gluten-free swaps that actually taste good and support your body's epigenetic expression. (Spoiler: one of them fooled Kate's whole family!)In this episode:The gluten-free pasta brand that tastes like the real dealHow to make zoodles that don't turn to mushA surprising rice alternative with almost zero glycemic impactWhy “gluten-free” often means “high blood sugar and what to choose insteadIf you've ever felt overwhelmed in the grocery aisle or wondered which gluten-free foods are worth it, this episode will help you shop smarter and feel better, one delicious swap at a time.RESOURCES:Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/11/21/episode94Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Creating Your Own Path in Music with Sumina StuderThis episode of B4 The Stage features guest Sumina Studer, who shares what it really looks like to create your own path in music. We go behind the scenes of how she broke the mold in the classical world, choosing not to pursue a traditional violin performance career, instead building a multifaceted identity as a content creator, presenter, speaker, and entrepreneur. Today, she runs her own social media management business, Animus, helping musicians and creatives grow their digital presence.What talk about:- How Sumina shifted from a performance-first path to a diversified creative career- What pushed her to reimagine what a “successful” music career could look like- Building Animus and supporting artists through social media strategyIf you're exploring your identity as a musician or navigating a career pivot, this episode offers practical insight and inspiration.Connect with Sumina:Website: suminastuder.comAnimus: animussocial.comYouTube + Socials: @suminastuderFollow B4 The Stage:Substack: b4thestage.substack.comInstagram: @b4thestageGrace's Instagram (Host): @gracesviolinhttps://www.gracesviolin.com/podcastFind the podcast on YouTube and more! https://www.gracesviolin.com/podcasthttps://creators.spotify.com/pod/prof...Enjoy the episode?Subscribe for more conversations on creativity, career building, and the modern music industry.

You might think that evening drink helps you unwind, but science says otherwise.In this Everyday Epigenetics: Raw. Real. Relatable mini episode, certified epigenetic human performance coach Susan Robbins exposes the surprising truth about how alcohol disrupts your sleep, your hormones, and your body's natural circadian rhythm.Alcohol may knock you out quickly, but it blocks REM and deep sleep, hijacks your melatonin production, and floods your system with stress hormones that leave you foggy, inflamed, and exhausted. Over time, these disruptions can impact everything from memory and recovery to immune function and even genetic expression.In this episode:How alcohol interferes with REM cycles and deep restorative sleepWhy “nightcap sleep” is actually sedation, not recoveryThe link between alcohol, dehydration, and next-day fatigueHow it throws off your circadian rhythm, and how to reset itPractical ways to protect your sleep and support detox pathwaysWhether you drink occasionally or often, this episode will change the way you think about your bedtime ritual.Listen now to Part 2 of the Alcohol Series, and discover why your best night's sleep starts with putting down the glass.RESOURCES:Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/11/21/episode94Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

If you've ever thought, “I'm so tired… but I slept,” this episode will hit home.After two powerful conversations with Dr. Kirk Parsley and Dr. Chris Winter in our Sleep Series, we're rounding it out with a perspective everyone needs: rest is not the same as sleep.Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, physician, bestselling author of Sacred Rest, and creator of the Seven Types of Rest Framework, joins Susan to break down the real reasons you feel exhausted… and how to finally replenish your energy in ways sleep alone never could.This framework is transforming the way individuals, organizations, and high achievers understand burnout, productivity, and wellbeing, and once you hear it, everything clicks.In This Episode:The 7 Types of Rest, physical, mental, emotional, creative, sensory, social, and spiritualWhy sleep doesn't fix exhaustion (and what type of rest you may actually need)Signs you're hitting burnout long before you realize itWhy “rest ethic” matters as much as work ethicHow rest impacts relationships, intimacy, boundaries, and presenceSimple restorative practices you can integrate into your daily lifeWhy some people feel exhausted even with perfect sleep scores and labsThis episode is the missing piece to the sleep series, tying together sleep, lifestyle, epigenetics, and human wellbeing in a way that's practical, compassionate, and game-changing.Learn more about our guest Dr. Saundra Dalton-SmithDr. Saundra Dalton-Smith is a Board-Certified internal medicine physician, speaker, and award-winning author. She is an international well-being thought-leader featured in numerous media outlets including Prevention, MSNBC, Women's Day, FOX, Fast Company, Psychology Today, INC, CNN Health, and TED.com. She is the author of numerous books including her bestseller Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity, including insight on the seven types of rest needed to optimize your productivity, increase your overall happiness, overcome burnout, and live your best life. Over 250,000 people have discovered their personal rest deficits using her free assessment at RestQuiz.com. Learn more about Dr. Saundra at DrDaltonSmith.com.RESOURCES:Connect with : Dr. Saundra Dalton-SmithTwitter: https://twitter.com/DrDaltonSmithFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmithInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdaltonsmith/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith/Find all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/11/17/episode93Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Think that “a glass of wine a day” is good for you? Think again.In this raw and real mini episode, certified epigenetic human performance coach Susan Robbins breaks down what alcohol actually does to your brain, body, and genes.and why the effects go far deeper than most people realize. From neurotransmitter disruption and dopamine crashes to inflammation, hormone imbalance, and genetic expression, Susan unpacks the hard science behind your favorite cocktail.In this episode:How alcohol rewires the brain's chemistry and affects memory, decision-making, and moodWhy your health type and DNA variants (like MTHFR or APOE4) determine how your body respondsThe real connection between alcohol, Alzheimer's risk, and chronic inflammationWhy some people experience faster aging, hormonal shifts, or poor recovery from drinkingWhat you can do to support detox pathways and protect your long-term healthWhether you're curious about your own relationship with alcohol or simply want to make more informed choices, this episode is packed with eye-opening insights on how every sip influences your epigenetic expression and overall wellbeing.Listen now and come back next week for Part 2: Alcohol and Sleep, you'll be shocked at what really happens when you mix the two.RESOURCES:Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/11/14/episode92Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

If you've ever laid awake at 3AM, counting sheep, overanalyzing your life, and stressing that you'll be a zombie tomorrow, this episode, part 2 of our series on sleep, is one  you don't want to miss.Today, Susan and Kate sit down with the Dr. Christopher Winter, neurologist, sleep medicine specialist, and author of The Sleep Solution and The Rested Child. He's the go-to expert for pro athletes, firefighters, and anyone who's ever wondered, “What's wrong with my sleep?”But here's the twist: according to Dr. Winter, your sleep might not be “broken” at all. In fact, the way we think about sleep, our fears, expectations, and obsession with perfection, might be the real problem.This isn't another conversation about blue light and blackout curtains. Dr. Winter flips the script on everything you think you know about insomnia, sleep hygiene, and the infamous “8-hour rule.” You'll laugh, you'll learn, and you might just stop fearing those restless nights once and for all.Because maybe, just maybe… your body knows exactly what it's doing.In this episode:Insomnia isn't a disease, it's a perception.  Most people who say they “can't sleep” are actually sleeping more than they realize. The problem isn't sleep, it's the anxiety about sleep.The real secret? Be happy awake or asleep. When you stop fearing wakefulness, insomnia loses its power.This conversation will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about sleep, and maybe even help you stop fighting with your pillow.P.S. This is part 2 of our sleep series! Check out last week's episode with Dr. Kirk Parsley for another perspective on sleep!Learn more about our guest Dr. Christopher WinterDr. Christopher Winter has practiced sleep medicine and neurology in Charlottesville, Virginia since 2004, but has been involved with sleep medicine and sleep research since 1993. Currently he is the owner of Charlottesville Neurology and Sleep Medicine clinic and CNSM Consulting. He is the author of The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep Is Broken and How To Fix It as well as The Rested Child: Why Your Tired, Wired or Irritable Child May Have A Sleep Disorder--And How To Help. In addition to working with numerous professional sports organizations to help their athletes optimize sleep, he is the host of the podcast Sleep Unplugged with Dr. Chris Winter which has consistently ranked as one of the most popular medical podcasts in the country. He is also the host of the Sleep.com series Sleeping Around with Dr. Chris Winter.RESOURCES:Connect with Dr. Chris WinterWebsite: https://www.wchriswinter.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchriswinterYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@SleepUnpluggedPodcastTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drchriswinterFind all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/11/03/episode89Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

The holidays don't have to leave you exhausted, bloated, or burned out. In this lively mini episode, Susan Robbins and Lisa St. Ledger share practical, real-world strategies to help you enjoy the season without sacrificing your health, sleep, or sanity.From nutrition and hydration to stress management and mindset, this episode is packed with realistic tips you can start using now to glide through the holidays with more energy and ease.In this episode:Why “cold and flu season” is really stress, sugar, and sleep deprivation seasonHow to set clear intentions before the holidays even beginSmart swaps for alcohol, sugar, and party snacks that still feel festiveSimple movement and hydration hacks to balance your bodyTips for navigating food sensitivities and avoiding peer pressure at gatheringsHow to wrap up the season feeling vibrant, not depletedThis isn't about deprivation, it's about design.Learn how to honor your body, enjoy the celebrations, and head into the new year feeling your best.Learn More about Lisa St. Ledger:Accredited Health & Wellness Coach | Endorsed PH360 Health Coach | Advocate for Lasting Health TransformationWith over 28 years of experience as an educator, I have witnessed how knowledge, empowerment, support, and fostering self-efficacy can create lasting change. As an Accredited Health and Wellness Coach, my mission is to guide individuals on their unique health journeys, helping them unlock their full potential by tapping into their personal epigenetics using the PH360 platform.RESOURCES:Connect with Lisa St. Ledger:Website: https://resolutionhealth360.com/Holiday Mini Guide: https://resolution-health-360.kit.com/c039956d3fHistaHarmony:  http://healthygut.com/healthyawakeningsBeam Minerals:  https://www.bkd42s7gh.com/AWAKEN/  Dry Brine Turkey for the Best Thanksgiving Turkey - Primally Inspiredhttps://www.primallyinspired.com/dry-brine-turkey/Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/11/07/episode90Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

What if the single most powerful health intervention isn't a supplement, workout, or therapy, but sleep?In this conversation, former Navy SEAL and leading sleep expert Dr. Kirk Parsley joins Susan to share how years of working with the world's most elite warriors revealed the devastating impact of sleep deprivation, and the extraordinary healing that happens when we finally rest.From Ambien addiction to brain inflammation, hormones, aging, stress, and recovery, Dr. Parsley pulls back the curtain on what happens when we neglect our body's most essential repair mechanism. He explains why sleep is the foundation of every other “pillar of health,” how it regulates hormones and epigenetic expression, and why six hours a night is slowly destroying your energy, focus, and longevity.You'll hear:The fascinating story of how a high school dropout became the Navy SEALs' go-to medical doctorWhat happens in your brain when you use sleep aids, and why they don't workThe connection between sleep, hormones, metabolism, and agingWhy stress, inflammation, and sleep deprivation are at the root of nearly every chronic issueHow to repair your sleep cycles naturally, and finally wake up feeling restoredThis episode is raw, real, and life-changing. If you've ever thought “I can get by on six hours,” this conversation will change your mind, and maybe even your future health.P.S. Stay tuned for part 2 on sleep next week with Chris Winters!Learn more about our guest Dr.Kirk Parsley Kirk Parsley completed SEAL training at the age of 19 and served as a 60-gunner on SEAL Team Five in Coronado, California. He left the SEAL community in 1994 to pursue a college education. Later, he re-entered the US Navy to attend the military's medical school in Bethesda, Maryland, where he was commissioned as a Navy Officer in 2000.After completing medical school, internship, and residency, Kirk returned to the SEAL teams as the physician for the West Coast SEAL teams. Kirk was tasked with helping the world's most elite warriors optimize and maintain their performance after eight years of sustained combat. It was during this period that he noticed a significant gap between "healthcare" and true "health optimization."Read Dr. Kirk's full bio on the show notes!RESOURCES:Connect with Dr. Kirk Parsley:Website: https://docparsley.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirkparsley/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleepremedy/Find all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/11/03/episode89Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Some friendships lift you up. Others leave you drained, itchy, or a little emotionally swollen.(Think of it as a friendship allergy.)In this fun-yet-insightful mini, Susan and Kate unpack what “friendship allergies” are, those subtle relationship dynamics that your system just can't tolerate anymore. From lack of reciprocity to emotional one-way streets, they explore how tuning in to what irritates your energy can actually lead you to deeper, more aligned connections.In this episode:What a “friendship allergy” is and why it mattersHow to spot the relationships that drain rather than nourish youWhy self-awareness is the cure for repeating old dynamicsHow aligned friendships support healthy hormones, mood & genetic expressionThis mini will make you reflect, and maybe rethink the company you keep, so you can surround yourself with people who feel like medicine, not hives.RESOURCES:Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/10/31/episode88Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Did you know your friendships are shaping your biology every single day?From the way your genes express themselves to how your body handles stress, your connections literally change your chemistry.In this episode of Everyday Epigenetics: Raw, Real, Relatable, Susan Robbins and Kate King explore the fascinating science of how friendship affects your mental, emotional, and physical health. They unpack what's really happening beneath the surface when you feel seen, supported, or stressed in your relationships, and how those interactions send powerful messages to your genes.Here's what they dive into:How healthy friendships boost feel-good hormones like oxytocin, dopamine, and serotonin, and why that matters for longevity and resilience.Why conflict, disconnection, and toxic friendships can actually increase cortisol and inflammation in the body.The importance of reciprocity and emotional safety, and how honest communication helps regulate your nervous system.How different “health types” experience connection, from the social connector to the solo recharger. Simple ways to strengthen your social ecosystem and nurture friendships that truly support your biology.This conversation bridges heart and science, reminding us that friendship isn't just nice to have, it's a vital part of our epigenetic health. The people you surround yourself with can either activate your stress genes or your thriving ones.So, who in your life helps your genes feel safe enough to flourish?RESOURCES:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupShow notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/10/27/episode87Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Your nervous system is the command center for how you feel, safety, stress, connection, even joy all start here. In this powerful mini episode, Kate takes you deeper into Polyvagal Theory, the science of how your body responds to stress and safety, and how learning this language can change the way you relate to yourself and the world around you.Building on insights from Dr. Navaz Habib and Dr. Arielle Schwartz, Susan and Kate break down the three core states of the nervous system, how to recognize when you're stuck in fight, flight, freeze, or fawn, and the simple ways to come back home to balance.In this episode:What “polyvagal” really means and how it affects your daily lifeThe difference between dorsal, sympathetic, and ventral vagal statesHow to know when you're dysregulated (and what to do about it)Practical tools like breathwork and awareness to restore calm and flowWhether you're healing from stress, deepening self-awareness, or simply curious about how to regulate your body and mind, this is a must-listen for understanding yourself on a whole new level.RESOURCES:Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/10/24/episode86Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

In this fascinating and much-anticipated conversation, Susan sits down once again with the one and only Dr. Cam McDonald, CEO and Chief Educator of pH360, mentor, and longtime friend, to explore one of the hottest topics in the health world today: AI in medicine.We're diving deep into the difference between using general AI tools like ChatGPT to make health decisions versus precision medical AI systems designed specifically for clinical use, like CLIA, the cutting-edge AI developed by pH360.Dr. Cam breaks down how CLIA has been built over 15 years of real-world medical data from 140 countries, offering a truly individualized, evidence-based approach that considers your genes, environment, biology, and lifestyle, not just generic “one-size-fits-all” answers from the internet.In this episode:Why using ChatGPT for health advice can be risky, and sometimes dangerousHow CLIA's advanced data modeling transforms AI into a medical precision toolThe three V's that make data trustworthy: Volume, Veracity, and VarietyHow CLIA integrates with your pH360 profile, labs, DNA, and lifestyle data for truly personalized insightsReal-world results from Susan's clients, from dramatic cholesterol drops to reversing early kidney diseaseSusan also shares her own story of using CLIA to optimize her thyroid health, improve sleep, and even lower her biological age, proving that the right technology, used correctly, can truly transform human potential.If you've ever turned to ChatGPT or Google for health advice, you need to hear this one.This conversation will completely change how you think about AI, medicine, and the future of personalized wellness.Listen in to discover: Why not all AI is created equal — and how precision health technology like CLIA is rewriting the future of healthcare.Learn more about our guest Dr. Cam McDonald:Dr Cam McDonald is a leader, educator, PhD scholar and internationally recognised speaker on personalised and precision health. As a key executive & education leader at Precision Health Alliance – his mission is to eliminate chronic disease and pain by 2050, and having ‘healthy' and ‘resilient'  as the norm. Dr Cam is an exercise physiology, accredited practising dietitian, PhD Scholar, a Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, an experienced clinician and is an international leader in the application of personalised health, epigenetics. His focus is to educate individuals on how the whole environment impacts physical and mental health and disease. Dr Cam leaves an indelible mark on the audience through his ability to simplify the complexity of health science, infuse hope and stimulate action.RESOURCES:Connect with Dr. Cam McDonald:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcammcdonald/Website: https://precisionhealthalliance.org/Find all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/10/20/episode85Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

We stare at screens all day long, but what's that doing to your eyes, your sleep, and even your genes?In this mini, Susan and Kate dive into the world of blue-light blockers and why these simple glasses can be one of the easiest hacks for better focus, calmer evenings, and deeper sleep.Susan walks you through her three favorite pairs (clear, amber & red), how each one works, and the science behind how light influences melatonin, circadian rhythm, and recovery. If you spend your days under artificial light, this episode is a must-listen.In this episode:How blue light impacts your eyes, hormones, and energy levelsThe difference between clear, amber, and red lenses (when to use each one)How nighttime light disrupts melatonin and sleep qualitySimple bedtime swaps, from red bulbs to blue-light-free eveningsShort, practical, and surprisingly illuminating, this mini will make you think twice before your next late-night scroll.RESOURCES:Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/10/17/episode84Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Motherhood is beautiful, and brutally honest.We hear so much about what to expect when you're expecting, but what about what comes after?In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of Everyday Epigenetics: Raw, Real, Relatable, Susan and Kate sit down with Ellen LeBleu, registered nurse, board-certified coach, and mom of two, to talk about the part of motherhood no one prepares you for the after.Ellen shares her journey from ICU nurse to postpartum coach, supporting women who feel blindsided, overwhelmed, or completely rocked by new motherhood. Together, the trio dives into everything from the fourth trimester and setting boundaries to healing from birth trauma, balancing self-care, and navigating social media pressure.This episode is a must-listen for every expecting or new mom, and anyone who loves and supports them.In This Episode:The truth about the “fourth trimester” what no one tells you about postpartum lifeHow to prepare emotionally and practically before the baby comesHealing from unexpected or traumatic birth experiencesWhy your environment and emotional wellbeing shape your baby's geneticsThe role of partners, grandparents, and boundaries in postpartum recoveryHow creativity, community, and mindfulness support thriving motherhoodReal talk about social media, comparison, and the myth of the “perfect mom”Whether you're a brand-new mom, an expecting parent, or someone supporting a growing family, this episode offers the honest conversations and gentle reminders we all need:You are not alone. You are allowed to ask for help. You are doing better than you think.Learn more about our guest Ellen LeBleu:Ellen LeBleu is a Registered Nurse and Board-Certified Coach who helps overwhelmed moms in the thick of it, whether they're newly postpartum or a few years into motherhood, reclaim their sense of self. Through compassionate, practical, and values-based coaching, Ellen supports women in prioritizing their well-being, creating nourishing routines, and rediscovering joy, confidence, and calm. She offers virtual coaching sessions designed to meet moms exactly where they are, without guilt or pressure, just real, meaningful support.And for links:Website: RenewalWellnessCoaching.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartum_renewalRESOURCES:Connect with Ellen LeBleuWebsite: RenewalWellnessCoaching.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartum_renewalFind all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: tps://healthyawakening.co/2025/10/13/episode83Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Sometimes the smallest practice makes the biggest impact. In this feel-good mini, Susan and Kate dive into one of their favorite daily rituals, gratitude lists, and how something as simple as writing three things you're thankful for can shift your entire mood, calm your nervous system, and even influence your genetic expression.They share personal stories (including one involving a deer, a car, and a life-changing hike!) and practical tips for using gratitude to turn a bad day around.In this episode:How gratitude affects your body, mind, and even your genesThe simple 3-step practice that can transform your moodReal-life stories that show the power of reframing your dayWhy gratitude is the ultimate nervous system resetThis one's short, sweet, and guaranteed to leave you feeling lighter and more inspired.RESOURCES:Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/10/10/episode82Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

This week on Everyday Epigenetics: Raw, Real, Relatable, Susan and Kate sit down for a very special episode, a mix of exciting announcements, heartfelt reflections, and a sneak peek at what's ahead.After six months of inspiring conversations and unforgettable guests, Kate shares the big news about her next chapter: the release of her brand-new book Mend or Move On: A Guide to Healing or Leaving Toxic Relationships, now available for preorder! Together, Susan and Kate open up about what it means to stay authentic, honor your energy, and make choices that align with your vision, even when that means saying goodbye.In this episode:Why Kate is stepping back from co-hosting (and what she's stepping into instead).The behind-the-scenes of what it really takes to produce this podcast.How relationships, whether they're friendships, family ties, or professional partnerships, can shape our health, happiness, and epigenetics.A raw conversation about toxic vs. misaligned relationships, and how to know when it's time to mend or move on.This isn't goodbye,it's a celebration of evolution, growth, and new beginnings. Tune in for a mix of real talk, laughter, vulnerability, and inspiration as Susan and Kate close this chapter together and open the door to what's next.RESOURCES:Pre-Order Kate's New Book!Publisher Linkhttps://www.press.jhu.edu/books/title/54091/mend-or-move?srsltid=AfmBOoqAhkN1Sk3ZpBLFLXPejWKjGQ3oAhRu-43VMjRlmTw5ygteeUlu Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1421453479?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_2R3BGMCJAVY744SE9D3E_9&bestFormat=trueShow notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/10/06/episode81Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Your thoughts shape your reality. But how often do you pause to notice what's actually running through your mind all day long?In this quick but powerful mini, Susan and Kate unpack the idea of a Thought Audit, a practice of tracking, noticing, and shifting the stories you tell yourself. From catching negative self-talk to choosing which “wolf” inside you to feed, this episode is full of tools to help you take back control of your mindset.In this episode:What a Thought Audit is (and how to do one)Why writing down your thoughts can be an eye-opening reality checkHow to shift from lies you tell yourself → truths that empower youThe two wolves story: which one are you feeding?Tips for self-compassion when negative thoughts show upRESOURCES:Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/10/03/episode80Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Your body runs on rhythms, and ignoring them comes at a cost.In this episode of the Everyday Epigenetics: Raw, Real, Relatable podcast, Kate flips the mic to interview Susan on one of her favorite topics: chronobiology, the science of your body's natural 24-hour clock. From when you sleep, eat, and move to when you're most creative or focused, your internal timing influences everything.Susan explains why so many of us are living out of sync with our biology, and how getting back into rhythm can radically improve your energy, mood, digestion, focus, and long-term health. Through personal stories, client experiences, and even a few rants, Susan and Kate make this science both fun and deeply relatable.It's not about doing more, it's about doing things at the right time.In this episode:What chronobiology actually is and why it matters for your healthHow shift work, late-night scrolling, and “fitting in” with others can disrupt your natural flowWhy early birds and night owls thrive differently, and how couples can navigate these differencesThe surprising impact of timing on hormones, digestion, and even exercise resultsPractical steps to align your lifestyle with your unique chronobiologyIf you've ever felt like you're doing “all the right things” but still not seeing results, this episode will show you why timing might be the missing key.RESOURCES:Episode 1 with Dr. Cam McDonaldhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/precision-health-unveiled-revolutionizing-wellness/id1736527617?i=1000651050856Huberman Podcast Alcohol:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkS1pkKpILYHuberman Podcast Circadian Rhythm:https://www.hubermanlab.com/topics/light-exposure-and-circadian-rhythmCheck out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupShow notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/09/29/episode79Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

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Your inner world is made up of many “parts” the perfectionist, the playful child, the protector, the one who craves control. In this creative mini episode, Kate introduces parts cards, an art therapy practice that blends Internal Family Systems with collage and journaling. This fun, hands-on tool helps you personify your inner parts, understand them better, and even create dialogue between them.In this episode:What parts cards are and how to create your ownWhy art therapy helps bypass your inner criticExamples of parts cards, from playful to protectiveHow this creative process can support healing and self-awarenessShort, creative, and deeply insightful, this mini is all about reconnecting with the many layers of you.RESOURCES:Show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/09/26/episode78Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Energy isn't just “woo-woo”, it's science, it's connection, and it may be the missing link in your health and healing journey.In this episode of Everyday Epigenetics: Raw, Real, Relatable, Susan and Kate sit down with Lee Hutchinson, a seasoned massage therapist, Reiki practitioner, sound healer, and certified energy medicine specialist. Lee shares her powerful story of moving from illness and infertility struggles to discovering energy work, a practice she says saved her life.Together, they explore the profound impact stress, trauma, and energy imbalance can have on the body, how modalities like Reiki and sound therapy really work, and why our energetic field plays such a critical role in shifting from just surviving to truly thriving.Whether you're curious, skeptical, or already experienced with energy work, this conversation will open your eyes to new dimensions of health, healing, and epigenetic expression.It's time to look beyond the physical and explore the energy that shapes how we think, feel, and live.In this episode:How Lee's personal health crisis led her to energy medicine and transformed her life.The differences between Reiki, energy medicine, and sound healing, and when each is most impactful.How stress, trauma, and repressed emotions can congest energy flow and affect gene expression.Why the body's subtle energy systems (chakras, meridians, aura, and hara line) matter for health.Practical ways energy healing helps regulate the nervous system, boost resilience, and support whole-body wellness.How letting go, grounding, and balance are key to thriving in today's overstimulated world.Learn more about our guest Lee HutchinsonHi, I'm Lee Hutchison. I am a wife, mother of teenage boy/girl twins and a business owner in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. I am a practitioner of Healing Touch and Reiki, as well as a certified Specialist in Energy Medicine and a certified Sound Healer. I am also a massage therapist with 20 years of experience in spas, chiropractic, and healthcare settings. I entered the field of energy medicine in 2016 as I worked through my own health issues and I can honestly attest-it saved my life. I am passionate about educating on the impact stress and repressed trauma has on your health. I offer energy healing therapies to work with your inner child healing. I offer guidance and techniques to help you achieve your health and wellness goals. I would be honored to walk with you on your healing journey and help you create a life you want to wake up to. It's time to go from surviving to thriving!RESOURCES:Connect with Lee HutchinsonWebsite: www.holisticbliss-llc.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticblissllcFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeholisticblissFind all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/09/22/episode77/Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Body image is complicated. Between cultural beauty standards, personal experiences, and the reality of health, it's easy to get caught in comparison and self-criticism. In this mini episode, Susan and Kate open up about their own journeys with body image and explore why true beauty has less to do with size and everything to do with health, self-love, and authenticity.In this episode:Why beauty standards miss the mark (and what to focus on instead)The difference between loving yourself and ignoring health risksHow body image challenges show up at any sizeA fresh perspective: shifting from “beauty standards” to “health standards”RESOURCES:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupShow notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/09/19/episode76/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

In this raw and deeply personal episode of Everyday Epigenetics: Raw. Real. Relatable., Susan opens up about her terrifying journey with Gadolinium Deposition Disease (GDD), a condition triggered by contrast injections commonly used in MRIs. What started as a routine scan for hip pain spiraled into months of excruciating suffering, disbelief from doctors, and a desperate search for answers.Susan is joined by Dr. Richard Semelka, one of the world's leading experts on MRI safety and the physician who has dedicated his career to researching, identifying, and treating GDD. Together, they shine light on a condition too often dismissed, ignored, or misdiagnosed, and discuss why awareness could be life-saving for countless people undergoing MRIs with contrast.This conversation is equal parts personal testimony, medical expertise, and call to advocacy. If you or someone you love has ever had, or may need, a contrast MRI, this is an episode you cannot afford to miss.In this episode:Susan's unfiltered story of surviving GDD and finding validation after years of pain and dismissalWhat Gadolinium Deposition Disease actually is, its symptoms, and why it's often overlookedWho is most at risk, and why some people may react while others don'tThe latest research on heavy metal toxicities and how GDD is treatedThe critical role lifestyle and immune system regulation play in recoveryWhy informed choice matters when doctors recommend contrast MRIsThis episode is not only about awareness, it's about reclaiming your voice, listening to your body, and refusing to be silenced when you know something is wrong.Learn more about our guest Dr. Richard SemelkaDr Semelka's career is shown to be the #10 in MRI, # 12 in Medical Imaging worldwide by Scholar GPS. He has written 6 editions of textbooks on MRI of the abdomen and pelvis, 5 editions of a textbook on MR physics,  a textbook on quality improvement in Radiology and over 380 peer-reviewed articles, including the broadest range of subjects on safety issues in Radiology. Most recently he has described the entity Gadolinium Deposition Disease, on which he has written more than 16 articles. He has lectured around the world on topics in Radiology over a 35 year career. Presently he devotes his medical career to treating individuals with Gadolinium Deposition Disease and other metal toxicities. He is the president of the nonprofit GadTTRAC, an organization devoted to helping sufferers with Gadolinium and other heavy metal toxicity.RESOURCES:Connect with Dr Richard Semelka:Website: gadttrac.orgWebsite: www.richardsemelka.comFind all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/0915/episode74Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Sugar is sneaky. It's not just in desserts, it's hiding in yogurts, juices, energy drinks, and even “healthy” snacks. In this bite-sized episode, Susan unpacks how to read labels like a food detective and spot the hidden sugars that could be spiking your blood sugar without you even knowing it.In this episode:How to read food labels to uncover hidden sugarsWhy “healthy” items like yogurts and green juices may not be so healthyThe simple way to measure how much sugar you're really eatingBetter swaps for satisfying your sweet tooth without overloadRESOURCES:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupShow notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/09/12/episode74Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Pre-diabetes is no longer a warning sign, it's a national crisis. And the most alarming part? It's not just affecting adults. New data shows that 1 in 3 teens are now considered pre-diabetic. But here's the good news: pre-diabetes is not your fate. It's a call to action.In this eye-opening and empowering episode, Susan and Kate dig deep into the root causes of pre-diabetes in both adults and children, and what you can actually do to prevent or reverse it.They break down:The difference between insulin resistance and pre-diabetesWhat your lab numbers are really telling youHow your genes + lifestyle habits create your current (and future) healthThe silent damage sugar is doing, and how to catch it before it leads to chronic diseaseThe emotional, cultural, and behavioral layers that fuel unhealthy habitsActionable steps to start shifting your family's habits without overwhelm or shameSusan shares powerful insights from working with clients, her personal experience wearing a CGM (continuous glucose monitor), and why stress, not just food, is a major blood sugar disruptor. Kate brings in the emotional and psychological side of habit change, including generational influences and mindset shifts.Whether you're managing your own blood sugar, supporting a child, or trying to break generational cycles of poor health, this episode will leave you empowered, informed, and ready to take action.In this episode:The real cost of pre-diabetes (and why we've normalized it)Why your food choices today shape your health decades from nowWhat labs to ask for, and what numbers are actually optimalWhy sugar is a bigger threat than we thinkThe link between chronic stress, lifestyle, and metabolic dysfunctionHow to create small, sustainable changes that impact your genetic expressionEncouragement and support for families who feel overwhelmed or judgedP.S. Check out our first mini episode coming up on Friday 9/12! RESOURCES:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupShow notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/09/08/episode73Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

In this powerful continuation of our Vagus Nerve series, hosts Susan Robbins (certified epigenetic human performance coach) and Kate King (licensed psychotherapist and award-winning author) welcome one of the most respected voices in trauma recovery: Dr. Arielle Schwartz.A clinical psychologist, author of The Complex PTSD Workbook and The Polyvagal Theory Workbook for Trauma, and founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy, Dr. Schwartz brings both deep science and profound compassion to the conversation on nervous system healing.What is Polyvagal Theory, And Why Does It Matter?Unlike traditional models of the vagus nerve, polyvagal theory expands our understanding of how connection, safety, and early life experiences shape our stress responses and long-term health.Inside This Episode:What polyvagal theory teaches us about trauma, survival, and healingThe link between early attachment wounds and adult stress responsesHow to re-parent and rewire your nervous system at any ageNatural vagus nerve stimulation: small, daily practices that shift everythingWhy community, compassion, and co-regulation are vital to healthThe power of yoga, breathwork, and touch in restoring vagal toneHow over-empathy and caretaking can become dysregulatingYour body remembers, and it's doing the best it can to protect you. But healing is possible. You can learn to work with your nervous system, not against it. And in doing so, you not only change your health.Learn more about our guest Dr. Arielle Schwartz:Dr. Arielle Schwartz is a clinical psychologist, internationally sought-out teacher, and leading voice in the healing of trauma. She is an internationally sought-out teacher, leading voice in the field of trauma recovery, and author of seven books including The Complex PTSD Workbook, The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook, and Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga. As the founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy, she offers a mind-body approach to therapy for trauma and informational mental health and wellness updates through her writing, public speaking, social media presence, and blog. She believes that the journey of trauma recovery is an awakening of the spiritual heart. About Susan Robbins and Kate KingSusan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.RESOURCES:Connect with Dr. Arielle Schwartz:Website: www.drarielleschwartz.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LUxnXbReV7I5cEzvb46sQLearn More about Dr. Arielle's Books:https://drarielleschwartz.com/books-by-dr-schwartz/Find all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/08/25/episode72Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

In this raw and eye-opening conversation, co-hosts Susan Robbins (certified epigenetic human performance coach) and Kate King (licensed psychotherapist and board-certified art therapist) welcome Dr. Navaz Habib, aka “The Vagus Nerve Doc,” to unpack one of the most overlooked superpowers in your body: the vagus nerve.Dr. Habib shares how stress, inflammation, and poor vagal tone can silently erode your health, and why your heart rate variability (HRV) is the key biomarker you should be tracking. From sleep and gut health to resilience and emotional regulation, your vagus nerve plays a starring role in how you feel and function every day.Whether you're a health nerd, a burnt-out parent, or someone in your 30s–60s wondering why your “brakes” feel fried, this episode is packed with empowering science and actionable tools. Learn the game-changing V.A.G.U.S. Protocol (Validate, Activate, Gut-Brain, Unburden, Sustain) and find out how to start rewiring your stress response, no matter your age.In this episode:The science of vagus nerve regulation and HRVWhy most people are living with worn-out “brakes”Signs of low vagal tone, and how to rebuild itDr. Habib's V.A.G.U.S. Protocol for lifelong resilienceWhy breathwork (and even mouth taping!) can change your lifeLearn more about Dr. Habib's work at healthupgraded.com and check out his book Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve. You can also find him on Instagram @drnavazhabib and listen to his podcast The Health Upgrade.Learn more about our guest Dr. Navaz Habib on the episode show notes!About Susan Robbins and Kate KingSusan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.RESOURCES:Connect with Dr. Navaz Habib:Website: https:/healthupgraded.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnavazhabibBooks: Activate Your Vagus Nerve, Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Dr-Navaz-Habib/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ADr.%2BNavaz%2BHabibTruVaga Device: https://www.truvaga.com/The Oxygen Advantage - Patrick McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/Oxygen-Advantage-Scientifically-Breathing-Techniques/dp/0062349473Breath - James Nestor: https://www.amazon.com/Breath-New-Science-Lost-Art-ebook/dp/B0818ZZNLR/Find all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/08/18/episode71/Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Ever feel like one part of you wants to say yes... while another part screams no?You're not crazy, you're human. And today's episode of Everyday Epigenetics: Raw. Real. Relatable. dives into why that happens, and how to work with it, with Kate King leading the conversation on Parts Work and Internal Family Systems (IFS).IFS is a powerful, non-pathologizing therapeutic model that helps you understand the different "parts" of your personality, like your inner perfectionist, your people-pleaser, or your avoidant protector. These parts aren't problems. They're protectors trying their best to keep you safe… even if their strategies no longer serve you.In this episode:What IFS (Internal Family Systems) is and how it worksWhy parts form in childhood, and how they affect us in adulthoodThe difference between exile, manager, and firefighter partsThe 8 C's of True Self: a compass for inner healingHow to tell when you're being “flooded” by a part (and how to come back to center)The surprising connection between parts work, epigenetics, and nervous system regulationCreative tools like journaling and “Parts Cards” to start exploring your inner worldWhen to seek professional support and how to begin your IFS journeyAnd why there are no bad parts, only misunderstood onesWhether you're feeling out of alignment, curious about how past wounds shape present behaviors, or just want to understand yourself better, this episode offers deep insight, humor, and hope.RESOURCES:Kate's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@TheRadiantLifeProjectIFS Playlist on Kate's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLD14_nXiLme65kY8fzBoNvHi9J9jMEO1Richard Schwartz's book No Bad Parts:https://www.amazon.com/s?k=no+bad+parts+by+richard+c+schwartz&hvadid=694915120712Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupShow notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/08/11/episode70/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

What happens when a former pro athlete and a public health PhD candidate marry their passions for performance and purpose? You get Mark and Jill Addy, a power couple in every sense of the word.In this episode, we sat down with two of Kate's closest friends to talk about what it really takes to live a long, vibrant, and meaningful life. Spoiler alert: it's not just about what you eat or how often you work out.We cover it all, from how VO₂ max and grip strength are actually better predictors of longevity than most people realize, to how loneliness is quietly wreaking havoc on our health. Mark brings the science and strategy, Jill brings the heart and human connection. Together? They're pure magic.Here's a taste of what we dive into:Why muscle is the new “anti-aging serum”How social connection literally affects your gene expressionWhat to focus on daily if you want to feel strong, energized, and fulfilledThe surprising truth about purpose (and how it might be the key to living longer)The tiny habits this couple swears by to stay connected, inspired, and healthyWhether you're on a personal health journey, navigating relationships, or simply want to live more on purpose, this convo will leave you feeling both empowered and grounded.Learn more about our guests Jill and Mark Addy on the show notes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/08/04/episode69About Susan Robbins and Kate KingSusan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.RESOURCES:Shownotes:  https://healthyawakening.co/2025/08/04/episode69Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Jill and Mark Addy:Mark: https://www.instagram.com/24athleteJill: https://www.instagram.com/jillian.addyConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE consultation, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

We all know what we “should” be doing to feel better, eat healthier, sleep more, stress less, move your body, but why is it so hard to actually do it?Today Susan and Kate are talking about the real reasons we stay stuck in habits and environments that don't support our health… and what it actually takes to create lasting change at the genetic level.They explore how fear, resistance, and old stories, whether rooted in trauma, biology, or autopilot living, keep us in our comfort zone, even when that zone is anything but comfortable. And they share actionable, compassionate strategies to help you take the first small step toward a better future.In this episode, you'll learn:Why we often choose the “familiar discomfort” over the “unfamiliar possibility”How each health type responds differently to change (and why that matters)The biological, psychological, and emotional blocks that keep us stuckSimple, sustainable lifestyle changes that actually move the needleHow one decision, just one, can shift your entire genetic expressionWhether you're ready to make a major life pivot or just want to feel more like yourself again, this episode will meet you where you are—and give you the insight, tools, and inspiration to take the next step.Listen now and start shifting your inner and outer environment to create real, lasting change.About Susan Robbins and Kate KingSusan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.RESOURCES:Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/07/25/episode68/Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupThe Way of Integrity - Martha Beck: https://www.amazon.com/Way-Integrity-Finding-Path-Your/dp/1984881485Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE Personalized Health Strategy Session, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Nichole and BJ Fessant to talk about what it really looks like to take your health into your own hands, and how powerful it is to have someone by your side who supports it.  You will feel the energy of love coming from this conversation!After months of fatigue, stress, and feeling stuck, Nichole made a choice to approach her health differently. With hubby BJ cheering her on, she began making personalized changes, tweaking her routines, adjusting how and when she eats, and finally aligning her lifestyle with what her body actually needs. The result? More energy, more ease, weight loss, and a return a passion she'd put to the side.In this episode:How personalized lifestyle shifts (like changing when you work out or what time you eat) can change everythingWhy following generalized wellness advice might be doing more harm than goodWhat true support looks like in a partnership, and how to create itHow understanding your health type can make change feel easier, not harderWhat it takes to find your spark again (even when it feels like it's gone)Learn more about our guests Nichole and BJ Fessant:Nichole Fessant is an inspirational country recording artist and homeschool ninja. BJ Fessant is a special educator with a major crush on his wife. Together they have chosen to take back their health and encourage others along the way.About Susan Robbins and Kate KingSusan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.RESOURCES:Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/07/21/episode67Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksConnect with Susan:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupContact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE consultation, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakeningInstagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoachSusan's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbinsConnect with Kate King:Kate's Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.comKate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeprojectP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

True healing isn't just physical, it's energetic, emotional, and spiritual.In this rich, real, and deeply inspiring episode, Susan and Kate welcome Marek Chromik, martial arts teacher and holistic wellness guide, for a conversation that bridges ancient Eastern practices and modern-day epigenetics.With decades of experience in Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Qigong, Marek shares how slowing down, tuning in, and softening your strength can transform your body, your energy, and your life. He dives into the importance of breath, awareness, fascia, intention, and emotional integration, and how these all influence your genetic expression.Here's what you'll walk away with:A deeper understanding of how emotional blocks show up as physical tension (and how to release them)Why “slowing down” is the secret weapon for nervous system healing and resilienceThe underestimated role fascia and breath play in your vitalityHow to move through life as a Peaceful Warrior, with grounded strength, clarity, and compassionIf you've ever felt like healing has to be hard or that you need to push your way through, Marek offers a refreshing, embodied alternative rooted in presence and possibility."You are here to experience life, not just survive it."Marek is based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, and offers both in-person and digital workshops. Learn more at EclecticGround.com.Learn more about our guest Marek Chromik:Marek started his journey in Martial Arts in 2002 with a Brazilian martial art called Capoeira. His accomplishments in martial arts include a black belt in Sorim Kung Fu and a title of Sifu (Master) with the Hong Kong Ving Tsun Athletic Association – Wing Chun Kung Fu. In the 20+ years of studying martial arts, Marek has traveled to the Wudang mountains in China for Kung Fu and Tai Chi with the Taoist Monks, and Qigong and intrinsic energies of Tai Chi in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Experiencing the internal energy component of martial arts was life changing. About Susan Robbins and Kate KingSusan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.RESOURCES:Connect with Marek Chromik:https://eclecticground.com/https://www.facebook.com/EGmartialartshttps://www.instagram.com/eclecticground/https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclectic-groundhttps://www.tiktok.com/@eclecticgroundhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuAhJVA7T3_721RtvCbn77QFind all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links in the show notes!Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/07/14/episode66Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Sooo… what does Susan actually do? This week, we're bringing a fresh perspective to Everyday Epigenetics: Raw. Real. Relatable. In a special twist, co-host Kate King steps into the interviewer's seat, flipping the script to spotlight our very own Susan Robbins. Together, they dive deep into the transformative world of pH360 HealthTypes—what they are, how they work, and why they're the ultimate key to personalized health that truly delivers results. Get ready for an engaging conversation that unpacks the science, the stories, and the strategies behind this groundbreaking approach to health and wellness.Kate recently went through Susan's full ph360 onboarding and coaching process herself (spoiler alert: she's an Activator, too, but they are still very different), so she's asking the juicy questions you actually want answers to.This episode is a lively, eye-opening conversation that's sure to leave you laughing, nodding, and saying, “OMG, that's me!” Susan dives deep into the fascinating connections between your biology, lifestyle, and personality, explaining how ph360 and the HealthTypes unlock the secrets to your unique health blueprint. From the energetic Activator to the nurturing Guardian, Susan shares relatable examples and surprising insights that will have you seeing yourself, and your health, in a whole new light. Whether you're curious about personalized health or just love those “aha” moments, this episode is packed with inspiration, humor, and practical wisdom. Tune in and discover how your biology shapes the way you live, love, and thrive!In this episode, you'll learn:What ph360 Health Typing truly is, and why it's far more than your average wellness tool.The 6 unique HealthTypes (and how to start recognizing which one resonates with you).Why timing is the secret ingredient for optimizing food, movement, and stress management.How two people can share the same HealthType on paper but express it in completely different ways.The reason most “one-size-fits-all” health advice fails, and how personalized strategies can transform your results.Mind-blowing client stories, including one where a simple shift in movement timing led to an 11-pound weight loss!Ready to discover your unique health type and finally take control of your health? Reach out to Susan directly at susan@healthyawakening.coWhether you've been listening for ages or just found us, this is the perfect episode to understand what Susan really does, and how this kind of personalized approach can help you unlock a whole new level of well-being.RESOURCES:Check out Susan's NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signupFind all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links on the show notes!Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/07/07/episode65/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Buckle up for a mind-blowing episode that challenges everything you thought you knew about thyroid health. We're joined by internationally renowned functional medicine expert, Dr. Eric Balcavage, co-author of The Thyroid Debacle and host of the Thyroid Answers Podcast. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Eric delivers a radically different approach to thyroid care, one that focuses less on managing symptoms and more on true recovery at the cellular level.If you or someone you love has been told, “your labs are normal, everything looks fine,” but you still feel like garbage… this is the episode you've been waiting for.  If you've been managing thyroid issues with medications, yet not improving…this is the episode you need to listen to. We go deep into why many thyroid treatments fail, the difference between glandular and cellular hypothyroidism, and how chronic stress, lifestyle choices, emotional trauma, and even your beliefs can keep you in a cycle of burnout and dysfunction, no matter how many meds or supplements you take.This conversation goes way beyond bloodwork. It's about reclaiming your health by addressing the deeper, root-level imbalances that most approaches overlook.In this episode, you'll learn:The difference between managing and recovering from hypothyroidismWhy TSH and labs alone don't tell the full storyWhat the Cell Danger Response is, and how it changes EVERYTHING about thyroid healingThe critical role of lifestyle, stress, and mindset in chronic conditionsHow overmedication can stall progress and why “more” isn't always betterWhen emotional work and psychotherapy should be part of the healing planWhy your body isn't broken, it's protecting youThis isn't just another thyroid talk. It's a holistic masterclass in how to truly optimize your health from the inside out. Whether you're new to functional medicine or deep into your healing journey, this episode will change the way you think about your body, and what it really needs to thrive.Resources:Learn more about our guest Dr. Eric Balcavage and check out all of his links on the website show notes! https://healthyawakening.co/2025/06/30/episode64/Connect with Dr. Eric Balcavage:Website: http://drericbalcavage.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/drericbalcavage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@askdrericAbout Susan Robbins and Kate KingSusan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.Find all of Kate and Susan's Resources and links on the show notes!Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/06/30/episode64/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

Pro-Lifers are quick to ring the victory bell when they hear abortion clinics are closing, but does that mean fewer abortions? Today on the Pro-Life Podcast, we break down the truth behind the new data. Sources:Is Closing 100 Abortion Clinics Enough?https://texasrighttolife.com/is-closing-100-abortion-clinics-enough/Contact Gov. Abbott: https://texasrighttolife.com/save-preborn-babies-from-abortion-pills-today/Find a pregnancy center near you: https://texasrighttolife.com/pregnant-need-help/Get the Convention for Life recordings: https://texasrighttolife.com/ConventionForLife/tickets/Discount code: PODCASTFind your favorite Pro-Life gear at Store.TexasRightToLife.com and use code PODCAST at checkout for 15% off. You can subscribe to the ProLife Podcast at:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prolife-podcast/id1612172721Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3povSwEEJ37aESIoeqPx2qCastbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id4813902?country=usRadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/prolife-podcast-6rmx3NAmazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1dea935a-608a-4fed-8174-427f256e9d72/prolife-podcastiHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-prolife-podcast-105028810/And Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/9gmni47j FOLLOW US:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TexasRightToLife/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/txrighttolife/X - https://x.com/txrighttolifeWebsite - https://texasrighttolife.com

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