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Dietitian Boss with Libby Rothschild MS, RD, CPT
3 Private Practice Tips in 2026 with Beryl Krinsky

Dietitian Boss with Libby Rothschild MS, RD, CPT

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2026 24:23


What does it take to build a sustainable and profitable private practice in 2026? In this episode, Libby sits down with Beryl to discuss practical strategies for growing and sustaining a private practice. They explore how dietitians can leverage artificial intelligence, understand their finances, create multiple income streams, attract and retain clients, and stay adaptable as the business evolves. They also discuss the importance of knowing your strengths, prioritizing profitability, building relationships within your community, and developing strategies to navigate the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. BIO: Beryl Krinsky is a successful Entrepreneur, who is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Master of Science in Food Science and a Master of Business Administration in Food Marketing. Beryl had over 10 years of corporate experience prior to launching her first business, B.Komplete. B.Komplete is a Corporate Wellness Firm that offers holistic well-being services for corporations. Beryl proudly employs a team of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists, Yoga and Pilates Instructors, Massage Therapists, Personal Trainers, Registered Nurses, and Licensed Acupuncturists, who represent the B.Komplete brand and bring our services to life. With her passion for education and wellness, Beryl launched a second business, The Komplete Business Dietetic Internship (KBDI). This program trains our future Registered Dietitian Nutritionists to help a greater number of populations.Beryl volunteers for ACEND as a Dietetic Program Reviewer and sits on several advisory Boards for Dietetic Programs. Beryl is passionate about living a balanced lifestyle and loves animals, exercise, cooking, meditation, spending time outdoors, and always learning. Connect with Beryl: Instagram: @bkomplete and @kbdinternship Beryl's new book, The Komplete Business Method, is coming soon! Stay tuned for the official release and updates. Follow Beryl on Instagram or visit bkomplete.com for the latest news!

SPIRIT BABY RADIO podcast
The World Is Ready For Integrative Wellness–- Energy Medicine Supporting Medical Intuition

SPIRIT BABY RADIO podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2026 44:30


Special Guest: Sandy Robertson, RN, MSN, CHTP, CMIP www.energyworkswisdom.com For more than twenty-five years, Sandy Robertson, a Registered Nurse with an MS in Nursing, Board Certification in Holistic Nursing, a Certified Medical Intuitive, and a Certified Energy/Reiki Practitioner, has deftly woven the traditional art and science of health and healing with research-based mind-body-spirit approaches to well-being. She is a highly sought lifestyle healing guide in private practice and a notable corporate and healthcare systems leader/educator in the forefront of integrative, complementary approaches to health, with extensive experience speaking at national conferences. Having developed Corporate Wellness Programs in NYC, including at NBC-TV, managed a healthcare system obesity program and developed a Patient Centered Care program at a large medical center, she also helped design and launch several Integrative Medicine and mind-body resilience training initiatives. Her passion is offering "doorways into healing" for healthcare professionals, so they can bring these evidence based techniques to their interdisciplinary teams and patients.  Sandy is the author of "Why Am I Eating This? Is this the Nourishment I Need?" This book guides readers on how to change their relationship with food and eating and offer themselves more self-compassion and self-care. In her private practice, Energy Works Wisdom, Sandy offers a selection of mind-body and self-care tools to reduce pain, anxiety, stress and blood pressure. She is a Certified Medical Intuitive,  HeartmathCertified Practitioner, Certified Healing Touch plus Reiki Practitioner and Sound Healer. She guides clients individually, in groups and in workshops toward a compassionate, resilient and empowered relationship with themselves, their bodies, minds, spirits and energy systems. Her contact www.energyworkswisdom.com

The Game On Girlfriend Podcast
351. How to Give Yourself Permission — with Charlotte Jukes

The Game On Girlfriend Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2026 44:59 Transcription Available


Some people just make us feel calm. You call them when you're upset, you love being in their presence, and you keep going back for their advice because they feel so wise and so joyful to be around. If those are your people, you're going to love my conversation with Charlotte Jukes. She's one of my favorite people to be with, and there's so much going on right now that a lot of us could use a little of that. I'm sitting down with Charlotte Jukes, an ICM Mastery Method coach, former registered nurse, and host of the Pickleball & Partnership podcast. I've spent VIP days with her, and I've watched her manage massive rooms on Zoom. The second she starts speaking, she calms and soothes everyone and brings us all back home to what actually matters. Charlotte spent 37 years as a nurse, and now she coaches people, mostly women, using nervous system and somatic work. When I asked Charlotte what she thinks is the most meaningful shift someone can make, she gave me two words: permission and compassion. We talk about what it looks like to give yourself permission, why so many of us hand out compassion to everyone but ourselves, and how she got to both in her own life.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN The simple Band-Aid practice Charlotte uses to show what "somatic" means, and why she says the body holds the wisdom Why Charlotte says she feels her calling in her gut, and what she does when she doesn't know the how or the why What happened when she heard "do the safe thing" as a teenager, and how she balances her grounded side with her curious, adventurous one Why she tested nervous system work on herself before she taught it, and how staying calm changes the energy of a room, even in a crisis The story of what turned out to be her last day as a nurse, and how it taught her she could give herself compassion How pickleball became one of her best teachers in play, laughing at yourself, and noticing what triggers you   CHARLOTTE'S GIFT TO YOU As her gift to Girlfriends, Charlotte is offering a Complimentary Clarity Call. Book yours → https://calendly.com/cejukes/complimentary-clarity-call   CONNECT WITH CHARLOTTE JUKES  Website: https://charlottejukes.netlify.app/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_charlottejukes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlotteejukes Podcast: Pickleball & Partnership — https://pod.link/1775742795   ABOUT CHARLOTTE JUKES Charlotte Jukes is an ICM Mastery Method Coach, former Registered Nurse, and host of the Pickleball & Partnership podcast. She draws on decades of experience supporting people through life's most challenging moments. Clients learn to identify and transform the unconscious patterns, beliefs, and nervous system responses that can quietly shape their lives. Her work sits at the intersection of personal growth, emotional healing, relationships, and self-discovery. Through coaching, meditation, and deep inner work, Charlotte guides people to move beyond fear, self-doubt, and old conditioning. The goal is a life filled with greater connection, purpose, abundance, and authenticity. Known for her warmth, insight, and ability to make complex concepts relatable, Charlotte inspires audiences to embrace transformation, trust themselves more deeply, and become the person they were always meant to be.   READY TO GIVE YOURSELF PERMISSION? This episode might have you thinking about where you're waiting to give yourself permission, or where you've been handing out compassion to everyone but yourself. If so, let's talk about it. As my gift to Girlfriends, I offer a 30-minute discovery call. We'll talk about where you are right now and what might be getting in the way. Book here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13047670&appointmentType=2244195   FREE GIFT FROM SARAH Get Sarah's Freedom Calculator and discover how much your business needs to make to finally be free. Download at https://sarahwalton.com/freedom   LEARN FROM SARAH Explore Sarah's online courses and free resources to start building your business with confidence. Online Courses: https://sarahwalton.com/online-courses Free Resources: https://sarahwalton.com/free-resources   CONNECT WITH SARAH Website: https://sarahwalton.com/podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSarahWalton Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesarahwalton   ABOUT SARAH WALTON Sarah Walton is a wealth consciousness coach, strategic advisor, podcast host, and mentor who helps women entrepreneurs build businesses they love. Her mission is simple: to put more money in the hands of more women. She's the creator of the Abundance Academy, The Art of Receiving, and the Game On Girlfriend® podcast. Sarah teaches authentic, heart-centered business strategies because when women have more financial power, they don't just keep it — they use it to take care of their families, support their communities, and build something bigger than themselves.   RELATED GAME ON GIRLFRIEND® EPISODES YOU'LL LOVE Episode 333: Soul Debt: What Overgiving in Business Is Costing You — and What Comes Next — This solo episode is where I talk about soul debt, the overperforming that comes from believing you're responsible for everything and abandoning yourself in the process. It's the background on the term I bring up with Charlotte in this episode — https://sarahwalton.com/overgiving-in-business-women-entrepreneurs/ Episode 263: How Your Nervous System Shapes Your Money Habits with Stephanie Crochet — Stephanie, a nervous system regulation coach, shares how your nervous system shapes your money habits and which somatic practices help reshape them. It's the nervous system side of what Charlotte describes in her own work — https://sarahwalton.com/nervous-system-regulation/ Episode 246: How to Let Go of the Bully in Your Brain with Allison Guilbault — Allison, a licensed therapist and self-worth coach, explains how negative self-talk develops and shares a 30-day toothbrush challenge to curb it. It's a practical companion to the self-compassion Charlotte talks about — https://sarahwalton.com/negative-self-talk/   LOVE THE SHOW? LEAVE US A REVIEW! Thank you so much for listening. I'm honored that you're here, and I'd be grateful if you could leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts by clicking here, scrolling to the bottom, and clicking "Write a review." Your reviews help other women entrepreneurs find the show and get the support they need to build businesses they love. Thank you for being part of the Game On Girlfriend® community! (If you're not sure how to leave a review, you can watch this quick tutorial.)  

RED FM Toronto
Nursing: A Journey of Care, Commitment & Responsibility

RED FM Toronto

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2026 34:45


In this segment, host Chetna Chauhan was joined by Shailadi Gupta, Registered Nurse, for a conversation about the challenges nurses face in Canada's healthcare system. Drawing from her own experience, Shailadi shared insights into the role of nurses, the responsibilities they carry, the pressures they face, and the realities of working in the healthcare system.

The Journey to Becoming | Self Improvement, Productivity, Lower Stress
146 | When Your Season Changes: Emotional Health, Healing & Trusting God in the Next Season with Mandy Horne

The Journey to Becoming | Self Improvement, Productivity, Lower Stress

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2026 49:54


What if the season you're in isn't something you need to escape—but something God is inviting you to pay attention to? In this episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, Joy sits down with Mandy Horne, a Registered Nurse with 25+ years of experience, board-certified Health & Wellness Nurse Coach, and holistic nursing practitioner, for a powerful conversation about emotional health, holistic wellness, healing, and navigating life's seasons with God. After realizing in 2011 that traditional approaches to health weren't enough, Mandy began her own journey into preventative holistic wellness—and discovered a passion for helping women become the healthiest, fullest version of themselves at every stage of life. Joy and Mandy talk about emotional health, feeling overwhelmed or depleted, navigating seasons of transition, and the connection between our emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Mandy also shares her Sacred Season Starter Kit, a resource designed to help women slow down, reflect on their current season, and move forward with greater clarity and intention. If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're somewhere between who you were and who you're becoming, this conversation will remind you that you don't have to have the whole journey figured out. You can start by becoming present to the season you're in. In this episode: Why emotional health matters to your overall well-being • How to recognize when you're emotionally depleted • Navigating seasons of transition and change • The connection between emotional, physical, and spiritual health • How to become more intentional about the season you're in • Mandy's Sacred Season Starter Kit and how it can help you move forward GET MANDY'S SACRED SEASON STARTER KIT  JOIN US FOR VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE

M.P.I. Radio
How This RN Left Her Career To Build a Holistic Health Coaching Business w/ Sarah Dawkins

M.P.I. Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2026 29:16


Sarah Dawkins is a holistic health coach, speaker, author and former Registered Nurse with over 20 years of clinical experience. Known as The Adaptation Architect, she helps people understand the patterns their mind and body have developed to survive and how to consciously re-adapt when those patterns no longer serve them.After healing herself from chronic health challenges, burnout and emotional struggles, Sarah began to see symptoms, behaviours and protective patterns through a different lens: not as signs that we are broken, but as intelligent adaptations that once made sense.Today, she helps people move beyond simply managing symptoms to understand the beliefs, stories and adaptations shaping their lives, so they can reconnect with their authentic selves and live with greater health, choice and freedom.Sarah is the author of Heal Yourself and the award-winning host of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers.Freedom begins with understanding your adaptations.Visit Sarah's Website: www.sarahdawkins.com

Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaan
Caring: Nursing, Culture, and Community w/ Rosella Kinoshameg

Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaan

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 44:13


This episode features Rosella Kinoshameg. Rosella is Odawa/Ojibway from Doaganing, Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island, Ontario. She is the youngest of 10 children, with two siblings later adopted into the family, and is a Residential School survivor. She has been married for 58 years and is a mother of five, grandmother of seven, and great-grandmother of six. A retired Registered Nurse, Rosella has more than 52 years of nursing experience, including 49 years working primarily with First Nations communities. She graduated from the Marymount Hospital School of Nursing in Sudbury in 1968 and earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Ottawa in 1977. Throughout her career, Rosella worked as a Community Health Nurse and Immunization Nurse, as well as in hospital nursing in Sudbury and Windsor and at the Wikwemikong Nursing Home. Her work has also included college-level teaching for First Nations health workers and Personal Support Worker training programs, along with the development and delivery of education related to policies and procedures, cultural competency and safety, and core health competencies for physicians and nurses. She has also facilitated workshops on Anishinaabe culture and spirituality, traditional medicine and ways of life, palliative care, and preparing for the journey to the Spirit World. In November 1996, Rosella received an honorary Doctor of Sacred Letters, Honoris Causa, from Regis College at the University of Toronto. AMS Healthcare

Fraternity Foodie Podcast by Greek University
Olivia Miller Smith: DISC Assessments Can Help College Students

Fraternity Foodie Podcast by Greek University

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 38:02


Olivia Miller Smith began her career as a Registered Nurse and transitioned to the corporate world founding and leading a multi-million dollar wholesale and manufacturing company. After a life-changing volunteer experience at the Tennessee Prison for Women, she was inspired to start the first non-profit transitional living facility for women in Williamson County, Healing Housing. As founder of Write A New Story Consulting, it is her passion to work with business leaders and teams to provide tailored training programs that transform organizational culture. In episode 705 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what she learned about herself as a nurse all of those years, what was the common thread that connected of all of her various careers, what she learned about her strengths and weaknesses in entrepreneurship, what she would tell students who feel pressure to have life figured out at age 21, how DISC assessments can help college students, how a fraternity or sorority chapter could use DISC assessments to figure out which members go into which positions, what a people-first chapter would look like, how serving others will help you find your purpose, and what she would tell her 18-year-old self. Enjoy!

9 TO 5 MOM WITH A POD
Childbirth, Confidence, and Postpartum Realities with Prof. Gurjeet Minhas

9 TO 5 MOM WITH A POD

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 36:30


What is the biggest lie women are told about childbirth? In this episode of 9 to 5 Mom, host Francheska sits down with Prof. Gurjeet Minhas—a Registered Nurse, Natural Childbirth Educator, Certified Hypnotherapist, and Healer. Together, they break down why simply "trusting your body" isn't enough, how true childbirth preparation extends beyond basic information, and why mental, physical, and emotional readiness must begin before pregnancy even starts.Prof. Minhas shares insights on navigating fears around labor, overcoming birth trauma, preparing for the often-overlooked realities of postpartum care, and involving partners in the journey.Disclaimer: This conversation is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare professional for individualized guidance regarding your pregnancy, birth plan, and health needs.Resources & LinksFree Report: 3 Steps To Give Your Unborn Baby the Best Possible Start in LifeWebsite: Joyous ChildbirthYouTube: @joyouschildbirthLinkedIn: Prof. Gurjeet Minhas

The Hormone Balance Solution Podcast
171: Debunking the Continuous Progesterone Myth: Unopposed Estradiol Is the Real Concern with Phyllis Bronson, PhD Jill Chmielewski, RN, BSN, Carol Petersen, RPh, CNP

The Hormone Balance Solution Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2026 99:18


There is a lot of conflicting information online about progesterone right now, particularly around whether women need to take it continuously, whether cycling is necessary, and whether progesterone can somehow interfere with estrogen or increase dementia risk. In this conversation, Dr. Phyllis Bronson, Carol Petersen, RPh, CNP, and Jill Chmielewski, RN, BSN, discuss some of the biggest claims circulating about progesterone and hormone therapy. The conversation explores the importance of progesterone, how different delivery methods can affect the way it works in the body, and why dose and individual response matter. They also discuss oral, topical and vaginal progesterone, the role of allopregnanolone, estriol and Bi-Est, and why measuring hormones in the blood doesn't always tell the full story of what is happening at the tissue level. They also tackle one of the biggest current controversies: the idea that continuous progesterone may increase dementia risk. The group discusses the evidence and theories behind this claim, the importance of balancing estradiol with progesterone, and why women need to be cautious about making hormone decisions based on simplified social media messaging. This is a wide-ranging conversation designed to give you more context, more questions to ask, and a deeper understanding of the ongoing debate around women's hormones. In this episode: The truth about continuous vs. cycling progesterone How progesterone works with estrogen in the body Oral, vaginal and transdermal progesterone: what's the difference? The controversy around progesterone and dementia risk Why hormone therapy needs to be individualized based on dose, delivery method and your unique response   About Phyllis Bronson, PhD Phyllis Bronson, Ph.D., holds a doctorate in biochemistry. Her ongoing research involves studying the biological impact of molecules on mood and emotion. Dr. Bronson works with women who have hormone-based mood disorders, utilizing her original research on human identical hormones. She lives in Aspen, Colorado, and is President of Biochemical Consulting and The Biochemical Research Foundation. Dr. Bronson is the author of Moods, Emotions, and Aging: Hormones and the Mind-Body Connection,and has authored many articles, which can be found here. In the Aspen area? On July 27th, the Jewish Community Center in Aspen will be hosting The Great Hormone Conversation with Phyllis and Dr. Alan Altman. For more info or tickets,click here.‍ ‍   About Carol Petersen, RPh, CNP Carol Petersen is an accomplished compounding pharmacist with decades of experience helping patients improve their quality of life through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy and is a Certified Nutritional Practitioner. Her passion for optimizing health and commitment to compounding is evident in her involvement with organizations including the International College of Integrated Medicine and the American College of Apothecaries, the Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M), American Pharmacists Association and the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding.  She was also the founder and first chair for the Compounding Special Interest Group with the American Pharmacists Association. She chairs the Integrated Medicine Consortium, an umbrella group for complementary medicine organizations.   She cohosts a radio program, "Take Charge of Your Health," in the greater New York area. She is on the Medical Advisory Boards for the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR.ca) and the Institute for Bioidentical Medicine (IOBIM.org). She also writes and edits for A4M's website www.worldhealth.net and is a co-producer of "Immortality Now" podcasts. Carol offers personal consultations at www.thewellnessbydesignproject.com. About Jill Chmielewski, RN, BSN Jill Chmielewski, a Registered Nurse, Certified Health Coach, Menopause Educator, and Women's Health Advocate with over 30 years of experience in healthcare. Most recently, Jill joined the Balance App team as the U.S. expert. Balance was founded by Dr. Louise Newson and is dedicated to educating and empowering women around the world with evidence-based information, helping them better understand their hormone health and make informed choices for their bodies.

ASC Podcast with John Goehle
Episode 287 – Special Episode: Live from the Texas Ambulatory Surgery Center Society Annual Conference in Lake Conroe, Texas - August 28, 2026

ASC Podcast with John Goehle

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2026 97:48


In this special episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, recorded live at the Texas Ambulatory Surgery Center Society's Annual Conference at Margaritaville Lake Resort on Lake Conroe, John brings back four conversations from the meeting — with the association's president and a board member, the CEO of an AI company working in surgery centers, a compliance attorney, and the society's executive director — for a look at what Texas surgery centers are up against and why the state association is worth joining. This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Notes and Resources from this Episode: Texas Ambulatory Surgery Center Society (TASCS) Website: texasascsociety.org Annual Conference 2026 — August 26–28, 2026, Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe, Montgomery, Texas   Speakers Interviewed from the Conference: Adam Hornback, BSN, RN — President, Texas Ambulatory Surgery Center Society; Administrator, North Texas Team Care Surgery Center Kayla Schneeweiss-Keene, MBA, BSN, RN, CASC — Board Member, Texas Ambulatory Surgery Center Society; ASC Administrator, Mann Cataract Surgery Center Amrit Kirpalani — Chief Executive Officer, NovaNav (session: “AI — Who, What, Is It Covered and What Comes Next”) Richard Bays, JD — Attorney and Registered Nurse (general session: “Effective Compliance Program for Your ASC”) Krista DuRapau — Executive Director, Texas Ambulatory Surgery Center Society ANNOUNCEMENT - Live Conference Week, September 22-25, 2026 - Premium Access and AHS Client Access members attend free: asc-central.com - Conferences & Programs Tuesday, September 22 - Infection Control Oversight 101 (IC101): asc-central.com/ic101-2026 Wednesday, September 23 - Infection Control Coordinator Training (IC 201): asc-central.com/ic201-2026 Thursday, September 24 - Quality Improvement & Peer Review (QAPI): asc-central.com/qapi-2026 Friday, September 25 - Article 28 Mastery, New York D&TC and ASC: asc-central.com/article-28-2026 INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central is our one-stop site for ASC bootcamps, live and on-demand conferences, and membership programs — now at asc-central.com (the old conferences.asc-central.com address has been retired). Patron Membership — $25/month, individual: the full resource library (policies, forms, drill kits, templates), weekly drop-in Zoom sessions, all six recorded conferences, the member forum, the complete podcast library, and The Survey Guide for ASCs, 2026 Edition with Appendices A–N. Become a Patron Member Premium Access — $3,995/year, covering your entire surgery center (not per person): everything in Patron, plus the Administrator, Director of Nursing and Business Office Manager Bootcamps, the ASC Leadership Mastery Course, Infection Control 101 & 201 (CAIP preparation), Annual Mandatory Education, compliance tools and self-assessments, certificates with AEUs and IPCH credits, every new conference we release, and up to five hours of private consulting a year. Sign up for Premium Access Visit: asc-central.com/memberships to compare both programs

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Create with Franz
Your storm is not your Identity: faith, healing, and reclaiming your purpose

Create with Franz

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2026 29:16


At 36 years old, Judy Armstrong was a Registered Nurse, a Director of Nursing, and a busy mom of two. Then, her body slowly shut down. Eventually diagnosed with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus—an incurable autoimmune disease—Judy went from a strong, physically capable caregiver to a patient who couldn't even open a jar of juice for her children. But Judy refused to let her diagnosis define her. In this episode, Judy shares her incredible 10-year journey of "active waiting." Instead of putting her life on pause, she kept her nursing license active, invested in personal growth, and embraced the unexpected blessing of being fully present with her young children. She opens up about the miraculous moment of prayer that led to her complete remission, and the unexpected phone call that invited her back to work—not just as a nurse, but as the CEO of the very surgery center she had been forced to leave. If you are currently facing a storm, feeling sidelined by life, or waiting for your next chapter to begin, Judy's story is a powerful reminder that today's setback is simply preparation for tomorrow's opportunity. In this episode, we discuss: How to cope when chronic illness strips away your physical capability and professional identity. Why keeping your credentials and mind sharp during a dark season is crucial for your future. Finding peace, embracing unexpected blessings, and trusting God's timing when you can't see the finish line. How Judy went from a 10-year career gap straight into the CEO chair. Topics covered: self reliance, active waiting, spiritual self reliance, active preparation, career resilience, overcoming setbacks, faith in trials, coping with illness, taking the next step, identity in storms, emotional self reliance, personal responsibility, overcoming adversity, healing and faith, preparing for opportunity, finding purpose   Find Judy here: https://judyb-armstrong.com/  Her Ebook Title is: Faith Through Storms   Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/AeF0S-Kp0G8   If you want to dive deeper into the same growth mindset Judy shared today—turning your biggest setbacks into preparation for what's next—here are two fantastic books I highly recommend checking out. Remember that these are Amazon *affiliate* links and as such I earn a tiny percentage if you buy them. 1. The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday This is the ultimate handbook on grit. Holiday uses ancient Stoic wisdom to show how the very things holding us back—like a sudden diagnosis or a career setback—can actually be used as fuel to make us stronger, tougher, and more resilient. https://amzn.to/4w699tO 2. Option B by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant When Plan A is completely off the table, how do you rebuild? This book combines deeply personal stories with practical, scientific advice on how to build your resilience muscle, face adversity, and reclaim your purpose when life takes an unexpected turn. https://amzn.to/4gEwmhW

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins
From Trauma to Thriving. What Healing Really Looks Like with Melissa Armstrong #189

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 33:43


Sarah sits down with holistic trauma and anxiety coach Melissa Armstrong, who shares her powerful journey of surviving severe childhood trauma, a high school shooting, and family tragedy. Discover how she transitioned from nursing to somatic healing, using meditation and neuroplasticity to break free from survival mode. Melissa discusses the power of active rest, challenges the medical system's stance on "incurable" conditions and explains why true healing is always possible.Key Information 1:32 – Melissa details her early life in an abusive, chaotic household and recounts surviving a high school shooting at age 15, sharing how children internalize external chaos and mistakenly blame themselves for tragic events.3:57 – Melissa opens up about the tragic loss of her brother at age 18 and how intense emotional trauma began manifesting physically in her 20s as severe anxiety, daily panic attacks, IBS, hives and migraines.5:32 – Inspired by the compassionate, angelic care her family received from hospital nurses during her brother's organ donation process, Melissa shifts her focus to medicine and pursues a career in nursing.9:36 – Failed by prescription medications, Melissa tries a free 30-day guided meditation challenge at her husband's suggestion. She experiences an immediate sense of calm for the first time in her life, sparking her journey into mind-body healing.11:48 – An exploration of neuroplasticity and how somatic modalities like breathwork, EFT tapping, and EMDR can change how the brain fires, allowing individuals to challenge deep-rooted childhood beliefs formed before age 7.28:49 – Melissa shares the foundational habits keeping her grounded in 2026, highlighting the distinct difference between scrolling on a phone and giving the brain true "active rest" to reset the nervous system.32:44 –Melissa closes with an empowering message to trauma survivors, rejecting the narrative of "incurable" conditions and asserting that healing is always possible.Melissa's Bio From a very young age, Melissa experienced more trauma and abuse than any one person should have to endure, including surviving a school shooting at age 15 and witnessing the death of her brother at age 18. She experienced many physical and emotional ailments as a result of this trauma and stress on her system. Ultimately, she dedicated her life to helping people and became a nurse but after years of being failed by the traditional medical system both personally and professionally, Melissa shifted her career. Now, as a Holistic Trauma and Anxiety coach and owner of Holistic Health, she helps women break the cycle of survival mode and overcome anxiety and stubborn physical symptoms without pills and protocols. Connect with Melissa https://holistichealthbymelissa.comhttps://www.instagram.com/holistichealthbymelissa/https://www.facebook.com/HolisticNurseMelissahttps://www.facebook.com/HolisticHealthbyMelissaWho am I?Sarah Dawkins is an award-winning coach, "The Adaptation Architect," creator of The FREEDOM Framework, #1 author of Heal Yourself, international speaker and the award-winning host of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers podcast.A former Registered Nurse with over 20 years of clinical experience, Sarah healed herself from multiple chronic conditions, leading her to a powerful realization: we are not broken, we adapted. Today, she blends neuroscience, nervous system awareness and compassionate storytelling to help individuals and organizations uncover the hidden adaptations shaping stress, burnout and leadership. Through her signature framework, Sarah guides people to replace self-judgment with self-understanding and transition from survival to true freedom.www.sarahdawkins.com#traumahealing #holistichealthcoach #griefandloss #selfhealing #selfloveandhealing

Behind The Mission
BTM283 – Tracy Steele – Supporting Military Spouses to Build Community Connection

Behind The Mission

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 28:31


Show SummaryOn today's episode, we're having a conversation with Registered Nurse, Military Spouse, and Workforce Development Advocate Tracy Steele, founder of Community Cultivator, an organization dedicated to strengthening well-being, belonging, and career stability for military spouses through community connection and professional developmentEpisode Partner:Our sponsor this week is Aetna, a trusted health care company, committed to serving Veterans, military families, and caregivers through meaningful, community-centered care. Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestCommunity Cultivator was founded by Tracy Steele, SPHR, CPRW — a longtime military spouse, workforce development leader, and advocate for military spouse employment and community connection.​After more than two decades navigating military life, Tracy experienced firsthand the challenge of constantly rebuilding career momentum, professional networks, and community with every move. Through strategic volunteering, networking, and workforce development leadership, she became passionate about helping military spouses recognize their value and confidently pursue meaningful opportunities.But she realized military spouses needed more than job resources alone. They needed connection, belonging, and access to opportunities that could grow with them wherever military life led next.​So she built Community Cultivator.​What started as a vision in San Diego is growing into a nationwide movement helping military spouses build stronger careers, deeper connections, and lasting opportunities together.Links Mentioned During the EpisodeCommunity Cultivator WebsiteForeign Born Military Spouse NetworkSugar Bear Foundation WebsitePsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor course 15 Reasons to Hire a Military Spouse. As an employer, you are looking for untapped talent pools. One talent pool that can be overlooked is the diverse and highly educated group of military spouses. Take this course to learn the top 15 Reasons to Hire a Military Spouse. You can find the resource here: https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/15-Reasons-to-Hire-a-Military-Spouse Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

MeatRx
Breaking the Influencer Mindset: Coaching for Change | Dr. Shawn Baker & Rebekah

MeatRx

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 33:04


Rebekah is a Registered Nurse, Certified Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist (CKNS), and Certified Primal Health Coach (CPHC) currently completing her Master of Science in Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner clinical training. She has coached with Dr Ken Berry's PHD Community, Kiltz Health, Revero, and Clear Path Medical, helping individuals implement evidence-based ketogenic and carnivore nutrition to improve metabolic health and reduce inflammation. She is also the assistant production manager for the documentary Healing Humanity: The Power of a Proper Human Diet. With years of experience in some of the most respected low-carbohydrate and carnivore communities, Rebekah is passionate about bridging the gap between emerging science and practical application. Her work focuses on therapeutic carbohydrate restriction, whole-food nutrition, behavior change, and empowering people to take ownership of their health through sustainable lifestyle strategies.             She is an army wife, autism mom, and health care advocate. Socials: Instagram:: @keepingitketollc YouTube:: @rebekahbavryCPHC Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:42 Introduction 06:22 Helping clients break bad habits 08:21 Meeting new patients and mindset shifts 13:16 Helping clients with food issues 15:24 Diet preferences of customers 19:00 Discussing military and health challenges 24:22 Living with Sjögren's Syndrome 27:01 Teamwork in patient nutrition coaching 29:57 Collaborative patient decision making 31:28 Discussing ketogenic diet benefits Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs ‪#Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker  #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins
You've Adapted Too Well: Readaptation and the Missing Stage of Personal Growth - Sarah Dawkins #188

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 16:40


Have you done all the therapy, read the personal development books and practiced mindfulness, yet still find yourself stuck in old patterns like people-pleasing, overworking or hyper-independence? What if you aren't broken, but simply living from an adapted personality?In this episode of Mind Body Medicine for Self-Healers, host Sarah Dawkins introduces the missing framework in personal growth: Readaptation.Instead of trying to "fix" yourself, learn how to honour the survival strategies your nervous system built in childhood and how to safely release them today.In this episode, you'll discover:Healing vs. Readaptation: Why insight isn't enough and how to build new lived experiences of safety.Signs of an Adapted Identity: 6 reflection questions to uncover your hidden survival mechanisms.3 Real-Life Transformations: How to shift hyper-independence, people-pleasing and hypervigilance into healthy boundaries and connection.A Guided Journaling Exercise: A simple 3-step prompt to help you reframe self-judgment into self-understanding.Timestamps of Key Information01:23 – The Missing Concept: What is Readaptation?01:51 – Why We Adapt: How perfectionism, overachieving, and busyness once kept you safe02:33 – Healing vs. Readaptation: Understanding pain vs. building a new lived experience of safety03:35 – Signs of an Adapted Identity: 6 self-reflection questions (Do you feel responsible for others' emotions, struggle to rest or avoid conflict?)05:07 – Example 1: Hyper-Independence06:33 – How to readapt: Learning to safely ask for and receive support07:44 – Example 2: People-Pleasing & Boundary Avoidance09:09 – How to readapt: Setting boundaries without fear of rejection10:11 – Example 3: Hypervigilance & Overthinking11:35 – How to readapt: Bringing your nervous system back to present safety12:28 – Core Mindset Shift: Honoring your survival strategies instead of shaming them13:18 – Guided Journaling Exercise: 3 steps to turn self-judgment into self-understanding15:35 – Closing Thoughts & Free ResourceGrab Sarah's free guide The 5-Step Re-Adapting Framework will support you to audit, honour and consciously re-shape your patterns of your past, for the life of freedom you want, today.   Here -  ⁠https://sarahdawkinshealth.eo.page/the-art-of-re-adapting⁠  

The Dom Giordano Program
Investigative Reporter Megan Brock Joins The Show

The Dom Giordano Program

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 45:49


12 - Should Little Leaguers get paid? 1210 - Dom locked his keys in his car? 1215 - Side - something banned in your house growing up 1220 - Dom got his keys! Nothing can ruin this day! Your calls. 1235 - Megan Brock, Investigative Reporter at The Daily Wire and Registered Nurse, joins us today after Josh Shapiro looks to shake up Pennsylvania's public health amid residents dying from measles. How did her piece highlight the problems with Shapiro changing up code? Has anyone in government contacted her regarding these changes and what can be done to stop them? How does this differ from a bill? 1250 - More calls to finish the hour.

The Dom Giordano Program
Locked Out, Looking In (Full Show)

The Dom Giordano Program

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 131:45


12 - Should Little Leaguers get paid? 1210 - Dom locked his keys in his car? 1215 - Side - something banned in your house growing up 1220 - Dom got his keys! Nothing can ruin this day! Your calls. 1235 - Megan Brock, Investigative Reporter at The Daily Wire and Registered Nurse, joins us today after Josh Shapiro looks to shake up Pennsylvania's public health amid residents dying from measles. How did her piece highlight the problems with Shapiro changing up code? Has anyone in government contacted her regarding these changes and what can be done to stop them? How does this differ from a bill? 1250 - More calls to finish the hour. 1 - How insufferable is Larry Krasner with his transition lenses? 110 - Paying homage to Dolly Parton. Continuing with your calls. 120 - It's the Hank Johnson segment! What crazy thing did he say now? 130 - Louis Belasco, Executive Director of Wildwoods Convention Center, joins us. Thanks for helping Dom get his keys! How many great, free things are in Wildwood right now? The air show is coming to town? What's bigger, the Italian fest or the Irish fest? 150 - Dom Giordano Presents: Progressive Women Gone Wild! 155 - Your calls. 2 - CEO and President of Newsmax Media, Christopher Ruddy joins us. Just how big is Newsmax? How did they develop their following? What does he think of the war in Iran? What does Chris think the biggest stories of the Trump administration have been? Will the Iran war affect the midterms? Who should be the new White House Press Secretary? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - What are “Parental Influencers" and why are they coming to Philadelphia Public Schools? 225 - What is the Republican message for the midterms? 240 - Why does Marc Jacobs want to style a killer? More calls and more midterm talk. 250 - The Lightning Round!

SBS Vietnamese - SBS Việt ngữ
Điều dưỡng aged care tại Úc: Lương tăng, cần học gì và công việc ra sao?

SBS Vietnamese - SBS Việt ngữ

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 17:00


Từ kỳ trả lương đầy đủ đầu tiên bắt đầu vào hoặc sau ngày 1/8/2026, mức lương tối thiểu của Enrolled Nurse và Registered Nurse làm việc trong aged care tiếp tục tăng, với mức cơ bản từ hơn 40 đô la một giờ. Tuy nhiên, những mức lương này không áp dụng cho tất cả nhân viên chăm sóc người cao niên. Personal Care Worker, Enrolled Nurse và Registered Nurse khác nhau thế nào, cần học gì và liệu thu nhập cao hơn có đủ bù đắp cho những đòi hỏi về thể chất và cảm xúc của công việc?

The Safety Guru
Episode 161 - Managing Psychosocial Risks to Build Safer Workplaces with Kylie Long

The Safety Guru

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 25:23


Don't miss the latest episode of The Safety Guru! Join us as Kylie Long, a seasoned expert in workplace health and safety, explores the critical role of managing psychosocial risks to build safer workplaces. She provides a practical guide for leaders to better understand psychosocial risks, their business impacts, and how they can be effectively managed across organizations. Kylie explores the psychosocial risks that can impact workers' mental health, including the importance of identifying and addressing aspects of work design and management that may cause harm. She also dives into the significant financial and cultural impacts psychosocial risks and injuries can have on organizations, from burnout, high turnover, and absenteeism to broader impacts on workplace culture and performance. Learn practical strategies for overcoming leadership challenges, managing psychosocial risks, and creating sustainable improvements. Tune in for valuable takeaways on strengthening psychosocial safety in your organization, building safer, more supportive workplaces, and enhancing overall performance and well-being. Listen now! About the Guest: Kylie Long is passionate about creating safe, healthy, and thriving workplaces where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to perform at their best. As the Founder of Support & Safety Solutions, Kylie brings over 20 years of experience in work health and safety, psychosocial risk management, and workplace wellbeing across industries including resources, mining, construction, healthcare, rail, manufacturing, education, and government. Her career began as a Registered Nurse, where she saw firsthand how health, leadership, and culture shape safety outcomes. That experience now underpins her consulting approach, helping organizations go beyond compliance to build workplaces where people genuinely feel safe, respected, and engaged. Kylie is known for her calm, strategic, and people-centered approach, as well as her ability to translate complex work health, safety, and wellbeing requirements into clear, actionable steps that make sense in real workplaces. For more Information: www.supportsafetysolutions.com.au Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins
End Chronic Pain and Find Movement Freedom with Tyler Bramlett #187

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 45:26


Discover how to heal chronic pain, release stored trauma and fix your posture. Movement coach Tyler Bramlett of WeShape shares functional fitness & mindset secrets.Are you tired of pushing through the pain in your workouts only to end up injured, burnt out, or stuck in a cycle of "one step forward, one step back"?In this episode of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers, host Sarah Dawkins sits down with movement coach and WeShape co-founder Tyler Bramlett. Tyler opens up about his 15-year personal healing journey, from overcoming childhood fat-shaming and a devastating cycling accident to surviving a catastrophic gymnastics knee injury.Together, Sarah and Tyler break down why the traditional, appearance-driven fitness industry fails us by using shame as fuel. They dive deep into the profound connection between physical pain and stored emotional trauma, exploring how to cultivate self-love and become your own guru.Key Takeaways From This Episode:03:02 Tyler explains how the modern fitness industry uses self-judgment as fuel, which often hinders progress and leads to burnout. 05:01 If you are in pain, you must stop focusing on "pushing harder" and start learning how to move functionally to build a strong foundation. 10:14 Tyler illustrates how an injury in one area (like the foot or knee) causes a chain reaction, creating misalignment in the hips, back, and even the opposite shoulder. 17:34 Just as babies master stabilization before walking, adults must master fundamental movement patterns like core stabilization to prevent future injuries. 22:52 Why "sucking the belly button in" is ineffective; Tyler introduces the "elevator" technique (intra-abdominal bracing) as a more powerful way to protect the spine. 25:32 Tyler and Sarah discuss the "woo-woo" yet scientifically observed phenomenon of how emotional memories and trauma are often held within tight muscles and tissues. 28:27 Tyler shares a personal breakthrough: shifting his internal dialogue from criticizing his injured knee to speaking to it with patience and compassion, which accelerated his recovery. 42:19 Don't get stuck in an "all or nothing" mentality. Simply placing a tool (like a strap) in your way and doing small, daily "movement snacks" creates lasting habit change. Tyler's Bio TYLER BRAMLETT is a movement coach, father and co-founder of WeShape whose path was reshaped by a cycling accident that shattered his femur and permanently damaged his knee. Tyler and his wife founded WeShape to challenge the belief that worth is tied to appearance. His work now sits at the intersection of movement, psychology and culture, helping primarily women 50+ reduce pain, restore confidence and build healthier relationships with their bodies.Tyler blends personal story, practical expertise and emotional depth. His message resonates widely, making him a compelling voice in discussions around wellness, mindset, resilience and the future of fitness.Connect with TylerWebsite: weshape.com/selfhealers Podcast: The Feeling Lighter PodcastSocial Media: WeShapeWho am I?Sarah Dawkins is an award-winning coach, "The Adaptation Architect," creator of The FREEDOM Framework, #1 author of Heal Yourself, international speaker and the award-winning host of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers podcast.A former Registered Nurse with over 20 years of clinical experience, Sarah healed herself from multiple chronic conditions, leading her to a powerful realization: we are not broken, we adapted. Today, she blends neuroscience, nervous system awareness and compassionate storytelling to help individuals and organizations uncover the hidden adaptations shaping stress, burnout and leadership. Through her signature framework, Sarah guides people to replace self-judgment with self-understanding and transition from survival to true freedom.www.sarahdawkins.com#healingjourney #painrelief #selfhelptools #weshape #movementismedicine

Cancer Buzz
Closing the Gap in Medical Necessity Review With a Clinical Documentation Integrity Registered Nurse

Cancer Buzz

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 5:45


Revenue cycle operations teams are responsible for maintaining reimbursement integrity and regulatory compliance across a rapidly expanding oncology service line. Increasing payer scrutiny—particularly for high-cost oncology therapies—has created significant operational strain, treatment delays, and administrative burden for providers. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with 2026 ACCC Innovator Award winner Lacy Sheets, MBA, Director of Patient Financial Navigation at St. Luke's Cancer Institute, about her program's development and implementation of a Clinical Documentation Integrity Registered Nurse role. Embedded within revenue cycle operations, this role partners directly with physicians, financial navigators, pharmacists, and others to ensure medical necessity documentation is accurate and compliant with payer requirements.  "The whole goal of this [position] is for our patients to be treated...in a more timely fashion...and not have to worry about all of that authorization work, as well as try to eliminate that [burden for] our providers." – Lacy Sheets, MBA Guest: Lacy Sheets, MBA Director of Patient Financial Navigation, St. Luke's Revenue Cycle Operations St. Luke's Regional Medical Center / St. Luke's Cancer Institute  Boise, Idaho Resources: ACCC 43rd National Oncology Conference 2026 ACCC Innovator St. Luke's Cancer Institute Transforming Oncology Authorization Through Clinical and Revenue Cycle Collaboration Optimizing Revenue Cycle Management in Oncology Due Diligence in Limiting Payer Denials  

Becoming Your Best Version
A Conversation with Sarah Dawkins, Natural Self-Healing Expert and Holistic Coach

Becoming Your Best Version

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 28:40


Have you considered natural self-healing as an alternative to traditional Western medicine? Sarah Dawkins is a leading authority in natural self-healing, bringing 20 years of clinical expertise as a Registered Nurse to her transformative work. Having personally navigated and healed from decades of health challenges, Sarah uniquely combines her medical background with a profound understanding of mindset, beliefs and holistic coaching. She specializes in guiding midlife professional women from the depths of burnout, overwhelm and chronic conditions like autoimmune issues, fatigue and pain, to renewed vitality.Known for facilitating rapid and profound transformations, Sarah's approach is rooted in compassionate conversations and evidence-based strategies. As the author of an Amazon #1 book, Heal Yourself and the award-winning host of the Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers podcast, she is a trusted voice empowering women to heal their minds, bodies and souls. Her unique blend of medical insight and holistic wisdom provides a credible, empathetic and results-driven path for those ready to reclaim their health, energy and purpose.Sarah joined us from Spain and is originally from the U.K.Learn more: https://www.sarahdawkins.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahdawkins-holistichealthcoach/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawkinsseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah.dawkins.healthX: https://x.com/dawkins_sarahYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SarahDawkinsHealthPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0yBLqeIPxkhgymnpGMCcMZ and https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mind-body-medicine-for-self-healers/id1670856549

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins
The Conflict Within: The Hidden Cost of Keeping the Peace #186

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 14:44


Are you constantly keeping the peace with others while fighting a silent war within yourself?In this episode of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers, we dive deep into the hidden physical and emotional costs of chronic people-pleasing, conflict avoidance, and emotional suppression. Many of us learned early in life that being agreeable was the only way to stay safe, loved and accepted. But what served as a childhood survival strategy often transforms into adulthood self-abandonment, leaving us exhausted, resentful and physically depleted. We often attribute chronic stress to busy schedules or workloads, but the stress of editing who you are and swallowing your truth takes a massive toll on your nervous system and physiology. Your body keeps score.

AWHONN Insights Podcast
Advocacy in Action: Nurses Driving Change in Patient Outcomes

AWHONN Insights Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026


In this episode, we explore the power of advocacy in transforming health care as Rachell Dumas and Dr. Natasha Ramontal walk us through their personal stories and expert insights. They discuss how advocacy influences care at the individual, provider, and systems levels and provide practical strategies to empower nurses and patients to advocate for meaningful change that can result in better health outcomes. Meet our guests: Rachell Marie Dumas, MSN, RN, DNPc Read More Rachell Dumas is the Founder and CEO of HEARD, an AI-powered patient advocacy platform transforming how patients, caregivers, employers, and healthcare systems communicate and respond to safety concerns. After enduring nine pregnancy losses and later being misdiagnosed with idiopathic intracranial hypertension, Rachell underwent two brain surgeries that forever changed her perspective on health care. Those experiences inspired her to build HEARD, giving patients a real-time voice and helping ensure they are heard before preventable harm occurs. A registered nurse with a background in critical care, surgery, case management, and nursing informatics, Rachell is passionate about combining clinical expertise with technology to improve patient outcomes. Her story and the mission behind HEARD has been featured by organizations including the Women's Health, American Nurses Association, and shared on stages such as Atlanta Tech Week, where she speaks on the future of AI, patient advocacy, and healthcare innovation. Screenshot Natasha Ramontal, DHSc, RN, BCPA Read More Dr. Natasha Ramontal is a Doctoral-trained Registered Nurse, Board-Certified Patient Advocate, digital health strategist, and founder of Medical Tourism RN, a global patient advocacy firm. Her diverse career includes emergency and home health nursing, health IT consulting, care management, nursing education, and population health, where she developed a population health course for nurses. Inspired by the unexpected loss of her older brother to an undiagnosed heart condition, she has dedicated her career to advancing patient advocacy and health equity. A renowned, sought-after speaker, Dr. Ramontal equips healthcare professionals with practical strategies to strengthen patient advocacy, leverage digital health innovations, improve healthcare navigation, and drive meaningful systems change that advances equitable, patient-centered care. Episode Resources Rachell Dumas – Website   LinkedIn  Instagram   HEARD App:  Website   LinkedIn  Dr. Natasha Ramontal, Founder and Independent Patient Advocate   WebsiteNULL  LinkedInNULL  Instagram   Youtube   The post Advocacy in Action: Nurses Driving Change in Patient Outcomes appeared first on AWHONN.

The Tranquility Tribe Podcast
Ep. 474: Changing The Narrative with Girls Who Know® Founder Laurisa Paul

The Tranquility Tribe Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 53:13 Transcription Available


In this episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, HeHe sits down with registered nurse, birth advocate, and Girls Who Know founder Laurisa Paul for a powerful conversation about changing birth culture long before pregnancy ever begins. After experiencing two intervention-heavy hospital births, Laurisa's perspective on birth completely shifted through an unmedicated birth and later home births that showed her just how capable and intuitive our bodies can be. That journey inspired her to create Girls Who Know, an organization dedicated to helping girls grow up trusting their bodies instead of fearing them. Together, HeHe and Laurisa explore why body literacy, consent, anatomy, menstrual health, and birth education shouldn't start in adulthood... they should start in childhood. They discuss how teaching girls to understand their bodies from a young age can lay the foundation for more confident healthcare decisions, healthier relationships, and more empowered birth experiences later in life. They also talk about why boys deserve this education, too, and how raising an informed generation can help create more supportive partners, stronger families, and a healthier culture around birth. The conversation also covers practical ways parents can encourage body confidence at home, why using anatomically correct language matters, how to normalize conversations about puberty and birth without shame, and the resources Girls Who Know offers to families, schools, and communities. Whether you're raising daughters, sons, or simply dreaming of a future where the next generation enters pregnancy feeling informed instead of fearful, this episode is a beautiful reminder that birth education doesn't begin with a positive pregnancy test... it begins with how we teach our children to know, trust, and advocate for their bodies.   Guest Bio: Laurisa Paul is a Registered Nurse, homebirth and midwife advocate and the founder of Girls Who Know®, an organization that inspires girls to love who they are and trust their bodies. Medically trained, Laurisa stumbled across home birth when she was actively seeking for better birth experiences. After personally giving birth in multiple settings, she shifted outside mainstream medicine and began attending homebirths as a midwife assistant. Laurisa has a deep passion for supporting women and connecting with those she loves. She resides in Texas, where she is a mother of four almost-grown sons and one delightful daughter. Laurisa and her team at Girls Who Know® are improving childbirth outcomes through the education of girls while they are young. Connect with Laurisa: girlswhoknow.com, @officialgirlswhoknow.com, SOCIAL MEDIA: Connect with HeHe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tranquilitybyhehe/  Connect with Laurisa on IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialgirlswhoknow   BIRTH EDUCATION: Learn how to stay in control of your birth and reduce the risk of unnecessary interventions in our Avoid a C-Section Webinar. HeHe breaks down the cascade of interventions, explains what's really happening in the hospital, and shares practical strategies to protect your birth plan, advocate for yourself, and navigate labor with confidence. Perfect for anyone who wants a positive, informed hospital birth experience: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/csection Feeling nervous about speaking up in labor? Our Scripts for Advocacy give you the exact words to handle the most common conversations that can make or break your birth experience. From declining unnecessary interventions to asking the right questions about procedures, these scripts empower you to stay in control, speak confidently, and protect your birth plan — even when the pressure is on. Think of it as your personal toolkit for advocating like a pro, so you can focus on your baby, not the stress: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/Scripts-for-Advocacy And if you haven't grabbed it yet… Snag my free Pitocin Guide to understand the risks, benefits, and red flags your provider may not be telling you about, so you can make informed, powerful decisions in labor: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/pitocin Join The Birth Lounge for judgment-free, evidence-based childbirth education from HeHe that shows you exactly how to navigate hospital policies, avoid unnecessary interventions, and have a trauma-free labor experience, all while feeling wildly supported every step of the way: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/ Want prep delivered straight to your phone? Download The Birth Lounge App for bite-sized birth and postpartum tools you can use anytime, anywhere: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/app   LINKS MENTIONED: Interview with Dr. Stu: https://thehighwire.com/ark-videos/the-crisis-in-modern-maternity-care-dr-stu-fischbein/ Get the book, Periods and Vaginas 101: https://shop.periodnirvana.com/products/vaginas-and-periods-101-a-pop-up-book

Mindfully Well with Mel
188: Sleep is When You Shift Body Fat: The Sleep S of 6S Method

Mindfully Well with Mel

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 28:56


You can fall asleep fast, exhausted the second your head hits the pillow, and still be wide awake by 2am with your mind racing and no idea why. Maybe you're waking up drenched in sweat, assuming it's a hot flash, when it's actually something else entirely. In this episode, I'm breaking down the fifth S in the 6S Method, Sleep, and why it might be the missing piece even when you're doing everything else right.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:Why all six S's work like an overflowing bucket, and why sleep can undo every other piece of the puzzleMy own story of waking up drenched in sweat at 2-4am for months, and what was actually causing itWhy night sweats don't always mean hot flashes, and how poor detoxification can show up as sweating at nightHow a dysregulated nervous system keeps you "sleeping with one eye open," even after eight hours in bedWhy blood sugar instability during the day causes cortisol to wake you up at nightThe role progesterone and GABA play in falling asleep and staying asleep, and why that changes in midlifeWhy sleep is when your body actually burns body fat, and what happens when you don't get enough of itThe circadian rhythm basics that set the stage for better sleep, starting with how you wake up in the morningTIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Introduction: Sleep, the 5th S in the 6S Method 02:19 — Why the six S's flow into each other like an overflowing bucket 04:37 — Melissa's story: gaining 10 pounds out of nowhere despite doing everything "right" 07:28 — Why we don't sleep well in midlife, starting with the nervous system 09:45 — Sympathetic vs. parasympathetic sleep, and "sleeping with one eye open" 11:06 — How unstable blood sugar during the day triggers cortisol at night 13:09 — Progesterone, GABA, and why midlife sleep gets harder 16:34 — Detoxification, poor gut health, and night sweats explained 17:33 — Why sleep is when your body actually burns body fat 20:44 — Circadian rhythm basics: eating within an hour of waking, morning workouts 23:02 — The cortisol and melatonin relationship, and winding down in the evening 26:15 — Sunlight, screens, and blue light before bed 29:31 — How the Strategy piece of Well Nourished (labs) supports better sleep 31:51 — Well Nourished waitlist details, enrollment guarantee, and what's next

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins
Returning to Yourself: Healing Trauma Through the Body with Cindy Gosselin #185

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 23:55


Can you heal fibromyalgia and scoliosis naturally?Cindy shares how she overcame childhood trauma and a prognosis that she'd be in a wheelchair by age 30. Discover how she used osteopathy, chiropractic care, neurofeedback and emotional release to completely reverse fibromyalgia, degenerative disc disease and osteoarthritis. Learn how to listen to your body's language and start your own holistic healing journey.Key Information 02:01 – After enduring 10 years of childhood stress and trauma, Cindy was diagnosed in her early 20s with scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia. 03:51 – Cindy's healing journey began with an osteopath. In their first session, she filled a paper with her physical and emotional symptoms.04:43 – An osteopathy goes beyond bones, they focuses on getting the body's systems to talk to each other again, especially a nervous system that has "shut down" or adrenal glands depleted from chronic trauma06:22 – Cindy's neck vertebrae had lost their natural curve and were completely straight. Through years of chiropractic adjustments and specialized apparatuses, she successfully restored the spacing and curvature.10:53 – Cindy and Sarah discuss how Western medicine uses fibromyalgia as a "blanket diagnosis" for unexplained pain. From her experience as a massage therapist, Cindy asserts that it is often unresolved emotional trauma locked physically within the body.14:15 – Cindy emphasizes that everyone has their own unique "recipe for wellness." While she used everything from counseling to energy work and shamanic healing, she notes that individuals must test what resonates with their own body.16:19 – Later in her journey, Cindy used neurofeedback to "reboot" her brain's wiring, mapping her brain waves with electrodes to correct improper firing patterns and regain control over her nervous system.21:36 – Cindy's tip for healing: take just a few minutes every single day to stop, check in with your body's physical sensations and respond with small, consistent acts of care (like rest, hydration, or movement).Cindy's Bio Cindy Gosselin is a Life Coach and the Founder of Choose Wellness, where she supports people on their healing journey in reconnecting with themselves and creating lives that feel aligned, sustainable and true to who they are.With a decade of experience as a Registered Massage Therapist, Cindy has worked closely with the body and developed a deep understanding of how physical, emotional and mental well-being are interconnected. Her work integrates practical tools with grounded self-awareness, supporting clients in building resilience, gaining clarity, and making intentional choices that support their overall well-being.She is also a co-author of Heal: You Have the Power and She Thrives, where she shares her story of healing, resilience and transformation.Connect with Cindy https://choosewellnesscoaching.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-gosselin-616b1a70https://www.instagram.com/choose_wellness_coaching/https://www.facebook.com/Choosewellness111Book an alignment call with Cindy - https://calendly.com/coach-cindy-gosselin/alignment-callAbout Sarah DawkinsSarah Dawkins is an award-winning coach, "The Adaptation Architect," creator of The FREEDOM Framework, #1 author of Heal Yourself, international speaker and the award-winning host of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers podcast.A former Registered Nurse with over 20 years of clinical experience, Sarah healed herself from multiple chronic conditions, leading her to a powerful realization: we are not broken, we adapted. Today, she blends neuroscience, nervous system awareness and compassionate storytelling to help individuals and organizations uncover the hidden adaptations shaping stress, burnout and leadership. Through her signature framework, Sarah guides people to replace self-judgment with self-understanding and transition from survival to true freedom.www.sarahdawkins.com

Conscious Michiana Podcast
Root Cause Healing: A Holistic Conversation with Dr. Corrina Weihrauch, DC, RN

Conscious Michiana Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 47:45


In this episode of the Michiana Hivecast, we sit down with Dr. Corrina Weihrauch, Doctor of Chiropractic and Registered Nurse, for a conversation about what it truly means to heal at the root cause, not just manage what shows up on the surface. Dr. Corrina shares how she went from nursing school to chiropractic, why she believes the nervous system holds the keys to lasting health, and how her three-pillar approach to structure, emotion, and nutrition is helping people in the Michiana community finally get real answers. What You Will Learn in This Episode: -What root cause healing actually means in practice -How stored emotions show up physically in the body -What muscle testing is and what it can tell you -The symptoms we normalize that are actually the body asking for help -What shifts for patients who have felt dismissed by conventional medicine -One simple thing you can do today to support your nervous system Why You Should Watch: If you have seen the doctors, tried the treatments, and still do not feel like yourself -- this conversation is for you. Full show notes and resources:  https://consciousmichiana.org/root-cause-healing-a-holistic-conversation-with-dr-corrina-weihrauch-dc-rn/

Hot Topics!
Simple Natural Health Solutions (Part 3)

Hot Topics!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 79:50 Transcription Available


Welcome to Hot Topics! Join host Gabrielle Crichlow and guest Sarah Dawkins as they explore the world of holistic healing, which focuses on the connections between mind, body, and spirit, providing natural health solutions without relying on pharmaceuticals. In this episode, they discuss the link between thyroid health and the psychological barriers to self-expression, showing how difficulty in asserting oneself can lead to thyroid issues. The conversation also covers dietary changes, highlighting how cutting out dairy and gluten can help with chronic problems like acid reflux and eczema. Gabrielle and Sarah delve into alternative therapies, showcasing the benefits of acupuncture and chiropractic care, as well as the importance of healing the inner child to overcome PTSD. Viewers will gain practical tips for adopting a chemical-free lifestyle, learning how to swap harmful products for natural alternatives in their homes. Additionally, viewers will discover the benefits of adding sea moss or sea kelp to their diets to support thyroid health, and eating frequent small meals to support adrenal health. This episode serves as a helpful guide to well-being, empowering viewers to reclaim their health and embrace a more balanced life. Who is Sarah Dawkins?Sarah Dawkins is a passionate Holistic Health and Healing Coach, international speaker and author of Heal Yourself. She's also a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and the award-winning host of the uplifting podcast Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers. With over 20 years' experience as a Registered Nurse, Sarah combines her deep understanding of conventional medicine with her own powerful self-healing journey to create a truly integrative approach. Having overcome multiple chronic health challenges herself, she now supports others in uncovering and addressing the root causes of their symptoms, helping them restore balance, reclaim their energy and create lasting, vibrant wellness. .You can find Sarah:On the web: https://www.sarahdawkins.com/On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawkinsseOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah.dawkins.healthOn X: https://x.com/dawkins_sarahOn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahdawkins-holistichealthcoach/On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SarahDawkinsHealthOn Substack: https://substack.com/@healyourselfwithsarahdawkinsListen and subscribe to Sarah's podcast, "Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers": https://pod.link/1670856549Purchase Sarah's book, "Heal Yourself," here: https://a.co/d/018QAvFEWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/_KKJ7AdVVU8Rate this episode on IMDB: TBA********************************************Follow Gabrielle Crichlow:On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlowOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlowOn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services:On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservicesOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservicesOn X: https://www.x.com/ASATS2013On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservicesOn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013On Eventbrite: https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.comVisit us on the web: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.comSign up for our email list: https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribeSign up for our text list: https://tapit.us/cipPJOCheck out our entire "Hot Topics!" podcast: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcastSupport us:Cash App: https://cash.app/$ASATS2013PayPal: https://paypal.me/ASATS2013Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013Zelle: success@astepaheadtutoringservices.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/supportOriginal date of episode: June 2, 2026

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins
The Real Reason You Struggle to Be Yourself #184

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 13:52


Have you ever wondered why it's so difficult to say no, set boundaries, or simply be yourself?In this episode of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers, Sarah explores how many of us mistake survival patterns for our personality. From people-pleasing and perfectionism to constantly seeking approval, these behaviours often began as intelligent adaptations to help us feel safe and accepted.Discover why authenticity isn't about becoming someone new, it's about remembering who you were before fear, trauma and conditioning taught you to hide parts of yourself.Sarah shares compassionate insights into nervous system healing, childhood conditioning, emotional health and how reconnecting with your authentic self can support both emotional and physical healing.Highlights & Timestamps ⏰ 01:41 – The Origin of Survival Strategies: How we learned in childhood that being quiet, perfect, and meeting expectations equaled love and safety.⏰ 02:49 – Nervous System Programming: Why our brains default to repeating decades-old survival patterns instead of choosing what actually makes us happy.⏰ 04:08 – The Physical Cost of People Pleasing: How ignoring our own needs leads to chronic symptoms, exhaustion, and completely losing touch with what we want.⏰ 05:35 – The Obedience Ritual: A breakdown of how the subconscious fear of rejection forces us to silence ourselves and constantly manage our image for approval.⏰ 07:21 – Healing Without Judgment: Why healing is about thanking our protective behaviors for keeping us safe, rather than declaring war on them.⏰ 08:11 – The Sculpture Metaphor: A beautiful reminder that healing doesn't change who you are—it simply removes the layers of old blankets and dust to reveal who you've always been.⏰ 09:42 – Micro-Acts of Authenticity: How reclaiming your life starts small—by saying "no thank you," choosing rest over productivity, and allowing yourself to take up space.⏰ 11:43 – A Gentle Reflection: Sarah leaves listeners with a powerful question: Who would you be if you no longer needed anyone else's approval?Who am I?Sarah Dawkins is an award-winning coach, "The Adaptation Architect," creator of The FREEDOM Framework, #1 author of Heal Yourself, international speaker and the award-winning host of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers podcast.A former Registered Nurse with over 20 years of clinical experience, Sarah healed herself from multiple chronic conditions, leading her to a powerful realization: we are not broken, we adapted. Today, she blends neuroscience, nervous system awareness and compassionate storytelling to help individuals and organizations uncover the hidden adaptations shaping stress, burnout and leadership. Through her signature framework, Sarah guides people to replace self-judgment with self-understanding and transition from survival to true freedom.www.sarahdawkins.com#authenticity #authenticityiskey #authenticself #peoplepleasing #overachiever #perfectionismrecovery

Moments with Marianne
Spiritual Strength for Everyday Life with Allen L. Sinclair

Moments with Marianne

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 28:25


What if finding more peace, resilience, and purpose doesn't require changing your entire life, but simply use a small daily practice that strengthen your spirit, especially in life's most difficult moments? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Allen L. Sinclair on his new book Spiritual Strength for Everyday Life: Simple Practices to Transform Stress, Strengthen Your Mind, and Restore Inner Balance.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comAllen L. Sinclair writes reflective nonfiction for people seeking steadiness in an unsettled world.After decades of service as a retired U.S. Army Officer, Registered Nurse, volunteer EMT and firefighter, and farmer, Allen's work is shaped by lived experience with stress, caregiving, uncertainty, and resilience. His writing does not offer quick fixes or rigid systems. Instead, it invites readers into small, grounding practices that support spiritual strength, emotional presence, and meaningful connection. Throughout this book and future books, Allen explores themes of faith, healing, service, and the quiet disciplines that help people endure and grow throughout life. His approach honors reflection over urgency, gentleness over striving, and return over perfection. When not writing, Allen continues to serve his community, care for nature, and live a life shaped by simplicity, care, and commitment to others. His work is an invitation to slow down, reconnect, and rediscover the strength that is already present.http://www.allenlsinclair.comOrder on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0jkR2OqXDiscover inspiring conversations with today's leading authors, celebrities, thought leaders, and change makers. To learn more about the Moments with Marianne Radio Show, explore guest interview opportunities, connect with Marianne, and follow her on social media, visit https://www.mariannepestana.comExplore the Moments with Marianne Book Club and find your next great read: https://www.mariannepestana.com/book-club/Listen to the Moments with Marianne Radio Show on KMET 1490AM & 98.1FM, an ABC News Radio Affiliate, weekdays at 8:06 AM PT / 11:06 AM ET and Sundays at 10:06 AM PT / 1:06 PM ET. Learn more at: https://www.kmet1490am.com/moments-with-marianne

Homeopathy Hangout with Eugénie Krüger
Ep 469. The Heart of Homeopathic Practice - with Maggie Dixon

Homeopathy Hangout with Eugénie Krüger

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2026 54:11


Healing is not always about finding what is wrong, but about helping people reconnect with who they are. Maggie Dixon brings over 26 years of experience in homeopathy, along with her background as a nurse and health visitor, to explore the role of connection, vulnerability, and self-awareness in the healing process. We discuss the relationship between practitioner and patient, treating the person rather than the diagnosis, and the deeper changes that can happen when people begin to understand themselves more fully. Episode Highlights: 03:13 - Reflections from a recent graduation ceremony 05:01 - The individuality of each patient case 07:40 - The role of vulnerability in the training process 10:01 - Transformation through training 14:51 - Maggie's journey into homeopathy 20:23 - Empowering parents in health choices 24:27 - The lightbulb moment 33:17 - The role of the practitioner 35:34 - No hospital needed after all 38:53 - A Fever...Then they started walking 42:09 - Returning to one's true self 50:26 - Vulnerability Is a Superpower About my Guests: Maggie Dixon has been practising homeopathy for 26 years. In 2006, she founded the Green Park Natural Health Clinic in Bath and has recently relocated to London, where she continues to run a busy practice. Since 2015, Maggie has also practised at Ainsworths Homeopathic Pharmacy, where she remains one of their trusted homeopaths. Her extensive NHS career as a Registered Nurse and Health Visitor has shaped her integrative approach to homeopathy, blending conventional and holistic care. A dedicated educator, Maggie has lectured at the Centre for Homeopathic Education (CHE) for more than 20 years, taught at other colleges across the UK, and led seminars in New York. She is passionate about the role of clinical experience in developing homeopathic expertise and believes that the lessons gained through practice should be at the heart of homeopathic education. Maggie finds her greatest fulfilment in both her clinical work and in sharing her knowledge and experience with the many students she teaches and mentors. Find out more about Maggie Website: https://www.maggiedixonhomeopathy.com/ Email: maggiedixon5@gmail.com If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode. Learn more about CHE Australia and its homeopathy training programs: https://chehomeopathy.com.au/ Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/ Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you'll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom                  

Living to 100 Club
Strength, Sugar, and Small Habits: Practical Strategies for Healthy Aging

Living to 100 Club

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 39:24


Strength, Sugar, and Small Habits: Practical Strategies for Healthy Aging In this Living to 100 Club episode, Dr. Joe Casciani speaks with Kristin Oja, nurse practitioner and founder of a rapidly growing healthcare practice focused on lifestyle medicine, movement, and patient empowerment. Together, they explore the powerful role of strength training, metabolic health, and small daily habits in shaping long-term well-being. Kristin shares insights from working with over 10,000 patients, highlighting how incremental changes—like improving balance, building muscle, and managing glucose levels—can significantly reduce the risk of chronic conditions, including dementia. The conversation also challenges common assumptions about “healthy” habits, particularly around sugar intake and metabolic health. This episode offers a refreshing, practical approach to aging well—one that emphasizes consistency, purpose, and small steps that add up over time.

Legal Nurse Podcast
704 – Legal Perspectives on Assisted Living: Regulation, Funding, and Resident Safety – Sarah O'Connor

Legal Nurse Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026


In this episode of the Legal Nurse Podcast, Pat Iyer sits down with Sarah O'Connor, an experienced legal nurse consultant and case manager specializing in long-term care, gerontological nursing, and assisted living regulation. Together, they unravel the complexities of assisted living facilities, discussing the distinctions between assisted living and personal care homes, especially as defined in different states such as Pennsylvania. Sarah O'Connor brings her expertise to bear as the conversation delves into who is appropriate for assisted living, what services are provided, and how these facilities differ in oversight and medical capabilities when compared to nursing homes. The discussion also tackles the financial side of senior care, clarifying common misconceptions around Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care insurance, and exploring the difficult realities families face when resources are depleted. Pat Iyer and Sarah O'Connor share memorable real-life scenarios that highlight both the autonomy and risks inherent in assisted living environments, from wandering residents to medical emergencies that stress the system's limitations and responsibilities. For legal nurse consultants and attorneys, this episode offers crucial insights into common legal issues, liability questions, and the critical factors that determine cases arising from incidents in assisted living settings. With practical examples and a deep dive into regulatory frameworks, listeners will be better equipped to understand the intersection of elder care, regulation, and legal accountability. What You'll Learn in This Episode on Legal Perspectives on Assisted Living: Regulation, Funding, and Resident Safety Here are 5 discussion questions answered in the podcast: How does the definition and regulation of "assisted living" differ by state, and what are the implications for families seeking care for loved ones? What key distinctions exist between assisted living facilities and personal care homes, particularly in states like Pennsylvania? In what situations would a resident need to transition from assisted living to a higher level of care, such as a nursing home? Who is financially responsible for care in assisted living, and what happens when a resident's funds are depleted? Why doesn't Medicare cover assisted living, and what other payment or assistance options might be available? Get the free transcripts and also learn about other ways to subscribe. Go to Legal Nurse Podcasts subscribe options by using this short link: http://LNC.tips/subscribepodcast. https://youtu.be/scOg_DZk2q0 Your Presenter for Creating Reliable Teams for Complex Legal Nurse Consulting Projects Pat Iyer Pat Iyer is a seasoned legal nurse consultant and business coach, renowned for her expertise in guiding new legal nurse consultants to successfully break into the field. As the host of the Legal Nurse Podcast, Pat addresses critical challenges that legal nurse consultants face, such as difficulty in landing clients and a lack of response from attorneys. Through her insightful episodes, she emphasizes the importance of effectively communicating one's value to potential clients. With a wealth of experience, Pat has empowered countless consultants to overcome these hurdles and thrive in their careers. Connect with Pat Iyer by email at patiyer@legalnusebusiness.com Sarah O'Connor Sarah O' Connor BSN, RN, GERO-BC, WCC, CDP, CGCP Nurse, Grandma, Sporting clay enthusiast With almost 17 years of experience, Sarah O'Connor is a Registered Nurse specializing in long-term care, assisted living, wound care, and dementia care. She is board certified in gerontological nursing and holds additional certifications in wound care, dementia care, and geriatric care management. Based in Pennsylvania, Sarah is a business owner and independent contractor providing expert work and behind-the-scenes support as a Legal Nurse Consultant. She also works PRN in assisted living and provides PRN care management consultations for complex nursing issues and long-term planning, helping older adults and their families support safe and effective care and living arrangements, whether at home or in a facility. When she is not on this podcast, she is working and enjoying precious time with her parents, husband, children, and grandchildren. Connect with Sarah O'Connor by email at sarah@oconnorlegalnurseconsulting.com

Practical Wisdoms
Does Talking About Dying Scare You To Death? How to Talk Anyway with Maureen Kures

Practical Wisdoms

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 32:09


An undeniable fact of life is that we all die eventually, but this doesn't make it any easier when a loved one passes away. Many fear death or talking about dying before it happens. Many struggle to talk about deceased loves ones after they've died, and the grief can be all-consuming. No doubt about it: End-of-life conversations are the elephant in your family room and can be challenging. If talking about dying is scaring you to death, you're not alone. We spoke with Maureen Kures about how to have these hard conversations anyway… and why doing so can be an opportunity for connection and healing. After 35 years as a Registered Nurse, Maureen Kures is no stranger to end-of-life issues. She has seen first-hand the devastation that can occur when families don't have difficult discussions with family members. Maureen's strength lies in her ability to help families calmly approach topics that are difficult to discuss. Her expertise in reducing drama, trauma, and chaos has helped individuals get their affairs in order while getting their families in alignment.  Maureen created Radiant Mourning to be an advocate for end-of-life planning.Today, families hire Maureen to protect and empower them through facilitated discussions, planning, and preparation for end-of-life transitions. Her advocacy provides safety, clarity, hope, and guidance to her clients.Read more: https://strategicsalesqueen.com/talking-about-dying-talk-anyway/Support the showCheck out Strategic Sales Queen for more great interviews, podcasts, and blogs to help you achieve more, faster!https://www.strategicsalesqueen.com/​

Well Within Reach with Riverside Healthcare
What Is Normal in Postpartum Recovery?

Well Within Reach with Riverside Healthcare

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 14:52 Transcription Available


What should I expect during the postpartum "fourth trimester"? Bridgette Macander, MSN, RN, CNL, Registered Nurse in the Riverside Family Birthing Center at Riverside Healthcare, explains what normal recovery can look like and how long it may last. You'll learn about typical bleeding (even after a C‑section), emotional ups and downs, newborn sleep noises, and practical self-care like hydration, nutrition, rest, and using hospital nursery support during the first days at home.

Growing Older Living Younger
277 Chronic Pain, Mobility and Healthy Aging: The Muscle-Longevity Connection with Stacey Roberts

Growing Older Living Younger

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 35:30


Is chronic pain really an inevitable part of aging—or could it be a warning sign that deeper imbalances are affecting your healthspan, mobility, and quality of life? In this episode of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with physical therapist, registered nurse, educator, and functional wellness expert,Stacey Roberts, about the root causes of chronic pain and why conventional treatments often focus on symptom relief instead of true healing. Stacey explains how chronic inflammation, food sensitivities, hormone imbalance, gut health issues, biomechanics, and lifestyle factors can all contribute to persistent pain and reduced function. Listeners will learn how a personalized, root-cause approach may help reduce pain naturally, restore mobility, improve resilience, and support healthy aging and longevity. Stacey Roberts is the Founder of New You Health and Wellness and creator of The Pain-Free Formula. She is a licensed Physical Therapist, Registered Nurse, educator, and functional wellness practitioner with more than 30 years of clinical experience. Her work spans orthopaedics, sports medicine, chronic pain, pelvic health, women's health, and functional wellness. Stacey specializes in uncovering the root causes of chronic pain through an integrative approach that includes biomechanics, nutrition, hormone balance, gut health, and lifestyle medicine. Her current mission is to help people reduce inflammation, improve mobility, and reclaim quality of life without relying solely on medications, injections, or surgery. She is also the host of The Pain-Free Formula Podcast and the author of multiple books on women's health and hormones. Episode Timeline  00:00 – Welcome and introduction  03:54 – Stacey's journey from physical therapy to functional medicine  05:00 – Discovering the connection between gluten sensitivity and chronic pain  10:27 – Why pain is a protective signal rather than the enemy  15:07 – Muscle cramps, nutrient deficiencies, hormones, and gut health  17:52 – Optimizing versus personalizing nutrition for pain relief  18:44 – Food sensitivity testing and unexpected inflammatory triggers  23:03 – The story behind The Pain-Free Formula  26:11 – Hidden risks of long-term NSAID and pain medication use  27:10 – The gut-joint connection and holistic pain management  30:46 – First steps for people who feel they have tried everything  32:57 – Key takeaways for reclaiming health, mobility, and independence  Connect with Stacey Roberts  New You Health and Wellness : https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-roberts-pt-rn-mba-msn-6a26997    https://www.youtube.com/@newyouhealthandwellness2178  The Pain-Free Formula (Book)  The Pain-Free Formula Podcast  Connect with Your Host,  Dr. Gillian Lockitch Email: Askdrgill@gmail.com Email me for complimentary iintroduction to Growing Older Living Younger  website: https://www.askdrgill.com/

The Gritty Nurse Podcast
The Handover: What a 40-Year Gap of Experience Can Teach the Nursing Profession

The Gritty Nurse Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 42:28


How do we reclaim the narrative of modern nursing across generations? In this episode of The Gritty Nurse Podcast, host Amie Archibald-Varley sits down with extraordinary nurses, advocates, and authors Tilda Shalof and Lisa Mochrie to discuss their powerful new book, The Handover: A Nurse's Last Shift. Separated by a 40-year career gap, Tilda Shalof and Lisa Mochrie share their inspiring personal journeys through nursing to show that despite a lifetime of different experiences, we have far more in common than what divides us. At its heart, this episode is about the vital importance of nurses sharing their own stories—because when we write our own narratives, we reclaim our power. Together, they deliver a masterclass in perseverance, nurse mentorship, and finding your voice. They dive deep into why authentic storytelling is the ultimate tool for bridging generational divides, healing the healer, and driving systemic advocacy in healthcare. What We Discuss in This Episode: Why Nurses Must Share Their Stories: The critical importance of taking back our narrative, sharing our lived experiences, and refusing to let others define what it means to be a nurse. Bridging the 40-Year Gap: How a veteran nurse and a newer generation nurse found common ground, proving that the core of the nursing experience transcends time. The Power of Storytelling: Why sharing our raw, unfiltered experiences is crucial to changing the public perception of the nursing profession. Navigating Systemic Challenges: Honest strategies for tackling burnout, staffing shortages, and institutional hurdles in healthcare today. The Importance of Mentorship: How experienced chapters can uplift the next generation, and how new nurses can find the guidance they deserve. The Handover Book: The inspiration behind their book and how it serves as a love letter—and a wake-up call—to the nursing world. Career Longevity: Practical advice for protecting your mental health and thriving at every stage of your nursing career. Meet the Guests: Tilda Shalof was a staff nurse in the Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Unit at Toronto General Hospital for thirty years. She is the best-selling author of several memoirs, including A Nurse's Story, and was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal in 2025 for her profound contributions to nursing education. Lisa Mochrie is a Registered Nurse, Team Lead, and Nursing Educator based in Burlington, Ontario.Recognized for her compassionate clinical practice and dedication to mentoring, she was honored by her students with the Most Valuable Professor Award in 2025. Where to Find the Guests & Buy the Book: Grab your copy of The Handover: A Nurse's Last Shift: Available now through University of Toronto Press or your favorite local bookstore! Connect with Tilda Shalof: IG- @nurse.tilda Connect with Lisa Mochrie: IG- @lisa_mochrie Connect with The Gritty Nurse: Website: www.grittynurse.com Instagram: @GrittyNursePod Twitter/X: @GrittyNurse Facebook: The Gritty Nurse With Amie Archibald Varley Support the Show: If you loved this episode, please leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts—it helps other nurses find our community!

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins
The Cost of Performance: Loneliness, Judgement & Your Health #182

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 12:31


Ever felt completely alone in a crowded room? In this episode of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers, host Sarah Dawkins exposes the hidden physical toll of "engineered loneliness" and our universal fear of judgment.Drawing from her early days as a professional trainer, where standing in front of groups triggered intense anxiety, Sarah breaks down the biology of social rejection. Discover why your ancient nervous system treats a room full of judging eyes the exact same way it treats a predatory threat, keeping you stuck in chronic, low-grade fight-or-flight.Living in "performance mode" is an exhausting survival adaptation that spikes cortisol, alters digestion and creates chronic inflammation, muscle tension and sleep issues. If you've been hiding behind a mask of total perfection to stay safe, no amount of supplements or diets can fix a nervous system that feels fundamentally unseen.Key Information 01:44 The Root of Public Speaking Anxiety: The universal fear of public speaking is rarely about the act of talking itself; it is a profound, deep-seated fear of social judgment and rejection.02:13 The Health Toll of Social Isolation: Chronic fear of how we are perceived creates "engineered loneliness"—a severe biological stressor that quietly drains our physical health.04:49 The Trap of the Performance Mask: Living life as a performance to avoid criticism creates a protective character, meaning people only connect with a mask rather than who we truly are.05:53 The Nervous System and Social Threats: The ancient human nervous system cannot differentiate between physical danger (like a predator) and social rejection, triggering an ongoing state of fight-or-flight.06:50 Physical Symptoms of Evaluation Anxiety: Over time, policing our behavior to prevent judgment manifests as tangible physical issues like chronic inflammation, insomnia, gut problems, and muscle tension.10:46 Fear of Judgment as a Survival Adaptation: Fearing criticism is not a fixed personality flaw; it is an intelligent, systemic adaptation designed to prioritize group acceptance over individual authenticity.Ready to break free from old patterns? Learn more about the Freedom Framework and book a chat using the link below!

The Practice of Therapy Podcast with Gordon Brewer
Private Practice Stress: What's Filling Your Bucket? | Kristin Oja | TPOT 440

The Practice of Therapy Podcast with Gordon Brewer

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 35:18


Are you burning out in private practice without realizing it? In this episode of The Practice of Therapy Podcast, Gordon talks with Kristin Oja, DNP, founder of STAT Wellness, about optimizing stress resilience and preventing burnout. Kristin shares a functional medicine perspective on why burnout is not always caused by work alone. Often, it is the buildup of stressors outside of work, including sleep, caffeine, exercise, relationships, technology, self-talk, and lack of recovery. Kristin explains the idea of the "stress bucket" and how even good things, like exercise, intermittent fasting, sauna, cold plunge, and high achievement, can become stressors when there is not enough recovery. Gordon and Kristin also talk about why therapists and private practice owners need to pay attention to their inner voice, create healthier boundaries with phones and email, and build small resets into the day between clients. If you are a therapist, counselor, or private practice owner feeling exhausted, disconnected, or stretched too thin, this conversation will help you think differently about burnout and what it really takes to recover. Resources Mentioned In This Episode  Subscribe to YouTube Read the show notes here Watch on YouTube Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Consulting with Gordon The PsychCraft Network Follow us on Instagram Meet Kristin Oja  Kristin obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice, Masters of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner focus, and is a Registered Nurse. She is also an entrepreneur, functional and lifestyle medicine guru, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and lover of everything health and wellness! Passionate about taking a Personalized Medicine approach, Kristin focuses on uncovering the root cause of chronic illness and disease. Taking into account her patients lifestyle, diet, genetics, environment, and stress, each treatment plan is unique and individualized. Kristin has been serving and caring for patients for over 10 years. She strives every day to provide high quality care by doing everything with compassion, integrity, and above all a serving heart. Kristin founded STAT Wellness, which stands for Strength To Achieve Total Wellness, to help transform medicine. Statistically, as a society, we are getting sicker and sicker. At STAT Wellness, we want to partner with you to help you not only look your best but to feel your best by combining the best practices of medicine + movement. Website Instagram Little By Podcast on Instagram

The Lactation Training Lab Podcast
The Relational Work of Supporting Safety in Lactation Care - An Interview with Fleur Bickford

The Lactation Training Lab Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 53:03


When I asked my friend and colleague Fleur Bickford to come on the podcast, I should have known she would arrive with an outline and a comprehensive plan for teaching.Fleur's expertise in trauma-informed care is deep on so many levels.Fleur Bickford is a Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with a background in labour and delivery, postpartum care and healthcare education. She currently serves as Director of Educational Programming for GOLD Learning. Drawing on her years of clinical experience and a deep commitment to evidence-based, person centred and trauma‑informed education, Fleur designs unique and impactful learning experiences for a global audience of maternal child health care professionals. Her personal areas of interest and expertise are the nervous system, trauma and post traumatic growth. She can be found on Instagram and Threads under the handle @nurturinghealing.To get the whole guide and companion workbook, click and subscribe here: https://ibclcinca.substack.com/p/emerginglactationconsultant1Keep this Conversation Going on LinkedInOlena - https://www.linkedin.com/in/olena-dobczansky-msn-rnc-mnn-ibclc-c-onqs-lcce-878b8263/Christine - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinestaricka/If you liked this podcast, please subscribe in your favorite podcast player and give it a 5-star rating!Check out The Breastfeeding Literacy Project here: The Breastfeeding Literacy Project This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ibclcinca.substack.com/subscribe

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins
Why Poor Blood Flow is Killing You And How EECP Fixes It with Jack Clifford #181

Heal Yourself With Sarah Dawkins

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 32:37


In today's episode, host Sarah Dawkins sits down with retired US Coast Guard E9 and author Jack Clifford to expose one of the most powerful, underutilized medical devices on the planet: EECP (Enhanced External Counterpulsation).After being told he needed an emergency triple bypass for severe arterial blockages, Jack took his health into his own hands. Now, with over 600 personal hours logged on an EECP machine, he has successfully grown an entire network of new micro-vasculature to bypass his own blockages.Timestamp of key information 02:32 — The Emergency DiagnosisJack shares how his symptoms started during a run, then becoming short of breath when walking.04:27 — The "Chili Pad" Catalyst. Jack shares how a Christmas gift meant to cool his bed triggered excruciating chest pain at 4:00 AM, forcing him to rush to the ER and revealing the severity of his cardiovascular condition.07:02 — The Danger of "Pump Head". Jack explains his hesitation toward a bypass, highlighting a phenomenon known as "pump head".11:41 — 100% Arterial Blockage. A heart catheterization showed that Jack's arteries were up to 100% blocked and diffuse throughout, meaning there was nothing the doctors could even place a stent into. 14:19 — How EECP Actually Works. Jack discusses how pressurized cuffs on the calves, thighs, and hips inflate sequentially between heartbeats to push blood back up to the heart and brain.15:21 — Rebuilding the Vascular System. Jack explains that by forcing blood through the body multiplies capillaries and arterioles, to naturally grow a biological bypass around his 100% blocked arteries.16:09 — Surprising Full-Body Side Effects. Beyond heart health, Jack and Sarah recap how the massive influx of oxygenated blood successfully reversed his erectile dysfunction, resolved pre-diabetic neuropathy, sharpened his eyesight and cleared up chronic brain fog.27:15 — Reversing Stroke Pain in 13 Days. Jack shares a powerful testimonial of a friend's father who traveled to try the machine after a stroke left him with chronic right-sided pain, leaving 13 days later completely pain-free.29:37 — Jack's #1 Health Tip. When asked for advice for those suffering from angina or coronary insufficiency, Jack emphasizes the importance of tuning out daily digital noise and learning to truly listen to your body's early warning signs before they become a medical emergency.Tune in to discover why the doctor isn't always right, and why there is always hope. Find Jack's work at eecpbook.com and eecplocator.comJack's BioJack Clifford is a retired U.S. Coast Guard E-9 with 21 years of active duty service and the author of EECP: The Most Underutilized Therapy in Medicine. After being told he needed an emergency triple bypass due to severe coronary artery blockages, he discovered Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP) and spent the following years researching its science, clinical history, and global use. He has personally used EECP for more than 600 hours. His mission is to help patients and clinicians understand the role circulation plays across multiple systems of the body — and to ensure no patient is told their options have run out before they've heard about EECP.Connect with Jack https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574505561271https://www.facebook.com/jack.g.clifford/https://www.facebook.com/groups/eecpbiohackingWho am I?Sarah Dawkins is a passionate Holistic Health and Healing Coach, International Speaker, Podcast Host and Author of Heal Yourself. With over 20 years' experience as a Registered Nurse, Sarah combines her deep understanding of conventional medicine with her own powerful self-healing journey to create a truly integrative approach. Having overcome multiple chronic health challenges herself, she now supports others in uncovering and addressing the root causes of their symptoms, helping them restore balance, reclaim their energy and create lasting, vibrant wellness.www.sarahdawkins.com#eecp #heart

New Manager Media, Manage Right from the Start
Success from the Inside Out with Kimberly Diaz | DFS 406

New Manager Media, Manage Right from the Start

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 39:21 Transcription Available


Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so you are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Kimberly shares practical strategies for rewiring your mind, protecting cognitive health, and creating daily habits that support lasting well-being and purpose.Small, consistent habits create powerful long-term improvements in brain health and overall wellness.Protecting your mental and physical health starts with focusing on the factors you can control every day.Caring for others effectively requires prioritizing your own well-being, boundaries, and self-compassion first.About Kimberly:Kimberly Diaz is a Registered Nurse, Dementia Consultant, and entrepreneur with over 27 years of experience helping people navigate brain health, caregiving, and personal transformation. She is passionate about helping individuals build lasting success by understanding how the brain drives behavior, mindset, and meaningful change.Find Kimberly:https://www.facebook.com/KimberlyDiazRN/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-diaz-rn/https://www.youtube.com/@kimberlydiazrnEvery person is destined for success—but success begins with understanding your purpose. Take the free Purpose Archetype Quiz at MyPurposeQuiz.com and discover your next breakthrough.Listen in as Jennifer Takagi, founder of Takagi Consulting, Certified High Performance Coach, 6X time Amazon.Com Best Selling-Author, Certified Soul Care Coach, Certified Jack Canfield Success Principle Trainer, Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst and Facilitator of the DISC Behavioral Profiles, Certified Change Style Indicator Facilitator, Law of Attraction Practitioner, and Certified Coaching Specialist - leadership entrepreneur, speaker and trainer, shares the lessons she's learned along the way. Each episode is designed to give you the tools, ideas, and inspiration to lead with integrity. Humor is a big part of Jennifer's life, so expect a few puns and possibly some sarcasm. Tune in for a motivational guest, a story or tips to take you even closer to that success you've been coveting. Please share the episodes that inspired you the most and be sure to leave a comment.Official Website: http://www.jennifertakagi.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifertakagi/Facebook: facebook.com/takagiconsulting I look forward to connecting with you soon,Jennifer TakagiSpeaker, Trainer, Author, Energy HealerPS: We would love to hear from you! For questions, coaching, or to book interviews, please email my team at Jennifer@takagiconsulting.com

Sisters in Loss Podcast: Miscarriage, Pregnancy Loss, & Infertility Stories
Fertile Ground: Navigating Secondary Infertility, Surrogacy, and a Natural Miracle with Quisha Umemba

Sisters in Loss Podcast: Miscarriage, Pregnancy Loss, & Infertility Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 54:46


"Just when I thought I had exhausted every medical, financial, and emotional option, a miracle took root." In this week's jaw-dropping episode of the Sisters in Loss podcast, we are joined by the remarkable Quisha Umemba. Quisha is a Registered Nurse, Community Health Worker, and a Fertility Doula in training who knows the clinical side of reproductive health inside and out. But today, she is sharing her deeply personal, heavily tested journey to motherhood—a story of cultivating "Fertile Ground" even when all hope seemed lost. Quisha opens up about her grueling five-year battle with secondary infertility. She holds nothing back as she discusses the immense physical, emotional, and financial toll of her journey, which included multiple intense medical procedures and spending close to $100,000. Seeking every available avenue to grow her family, Quisha even navigated the complex processes of utilizing an egg donor and a gestational surrogate. During this exhausting waiting season, Quisha admits she nearly lost her faith entirely. But then, the unimaginable happened: after years of intense medical intervention, she miraculously became pregnant naturally. In this episode, we discuss: The heavy, often silent emotional and financial weight of secondary infertility. Quisha's experience navigating the complex world of egg donation and gestational surrogacy. The profound crisis of faith that can accompany a prolonged season of waiting and loss. The jaw-dropping story of her natural, miraculous pregnancy. How her lived experience is shaping her new path as a Fertility Doula. The profound impact the book Supernatural Childbirth had on restoring her spiritual foundation. If you are currently feeling financially drained, spiritually exhausted, or just need a reminder that miracles still happen when we least expect them, this episode is exactly what you need to hear. Become a Sisters in Loss Birth Bereavement, and Postpartum Doula Here Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store or  ​Bookshop.org for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Black Moms in Loss Online Weekly Grief Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss TV Youtube Channel Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook

Speaking and Communicating Podcast
Health and Wellness For Professionals and Leaders w/ Dr Melanie Gray

Speaking and Communicating Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 27:52


How can leaders create healthier workplace cultures for their teams?Meet Dr. Melanie Gray!Dr. Gray is a Registered Nurse of over 25 years and trauma-informed leadership expert from Wisconsin. She shares her transition from nursing to helping leaders create healthier workplace cultures.Dr. Gray's experience during COVID-19, particularly seeing the impact on younger nurses, led her to formalize her work supporting employees struggling with workplace trauma and burnout. Dr. Gray emphasized the need for creating a human-centered workplace culture during challenging times. Strategies for leaders including encouraging PTO use without punishment, limiting meeting schedules, and implementing regular one-on-ones are all part of a bigger wellness program.On this episode, Dr. Gray breaks down her "STOP" acronym for professionals experiencing burnout: Scan, Tell yourself the truth, Own your truth, and Prioritize yourself.Listen as Dr. Gray shares:- how leaders often miss recognizing introverted team members- how leaders can be trauma-informed in their communication- practical strategies for leaders to implement- creating a supportive culture for employee well-being- structuring boundaries around work hours and communication- lessons from European work-life balance cultures- advocating for workplace wellness- burnout from excessive change and poor communication- why wellness helps retain great talent...and so much more!Connect with Dr. Gray:Website: https://drmelaniegray.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmelaniegray/Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-and-wellness-for-professionals-and-leaders-w/id1614151066?i=1000774703757Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3LkkDJ9YJQOWrr5ZU3w89F?si=qFfcUwXAQPG8V-3Hmjfnoghttps://open.spotify.com/episode/3LkkDJ9YJQOWrr5ZU3w89FYouTube: https://youtu.be/TdNAcn_-xDk?si=8wKpw24NutUKIHJQ

The Steve Harvey Morning Show
Job Tips: She is a registered nurse and founder of SEW Nursing, LLC, a luxury concierge nursing firm based in Atlanta.

The Steve Harvey Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2026 31:40 Transcription Available


Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Shelby Williams.

Strawberry Letter
Job Tips: She is a registered nurse and founder of SEW Nursing, LLC, a luxury concierge nursing firm based in Atlanta.

Strawberry Letter

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2026 31:40 Transcription Available


Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Shelby Williams.

HER HOLISTIC HEALING, Chronic Fatigue, What is Chronic Pain, Anxiety Coping Skills, Essential Oil Blends, Meal Ideas Quick
202: Exhausted and Wondering If God Caused Your Chronic Illness? 5 Biblical Reasons He Allows Suffering (And What To Do While You Wait)

HER HOLISTIC HEALING, Chronic Fatigue, What is Chronic Pain, Anxiety Coping Skills, Essential Oil Blends, Meal Ideas Quick

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 20:47


If you've been running on empty for months — chronic fatigue, autoimmune flares, a body that won't cooperate no matter how much you sleep — and part of you has quietly wondered whether God is doing this to you or just letting it happen, this episode is for you. We're walking through five biblical reasons God allows suffering, and what to actually do while you're still in the middle of it. Fair warning: these reasons aren't wrapped in a bow. A few of them are genuinely hard to sit with. But stay to the end, because there's real encouragement waiting there. This one is for the Christian woman who is done spinning her wheels and ready to take real steps toward healing — body and faith, together. As a Registered Nurse and holistic health coach, I bring both a clinical lens and a faith-centered one to this conversation, because holistic health was never meant to separate the two. Why God Allows Suffering: 5 Biblical Reasons 1. So God's Works Can Be Displayed — John 9 When Jesus's disciples ask who sinned to cause a man's blindness, him or his parents, Jesus answers plainly: neither. "It was not that this man sinned or his parents, but that the works of God might be displayed in him." — John 9:3 Illness isn't always a verdict on someone's character. Sometimes it's simply the setup for what God plans to do next. If you've walked through healing, your story matters — telling it points other people back to Him. 2. Because God Works in Ways We Don't Fully Understand — Job The Book of Job is genuinely hard, and it's okay to say so. Job loses his family and his health, and when God finally speaks, He doesn't explain Himself. "Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding." — Job 38:4 There's no tidy resolution here. Just a reminder that we serve a God whose understanding is bigger than ours — which means some suffering won't make sense from where we're standing, and that's allowed to be true without shaking our trust in Him. 3. Temporary Suffering Can Be Training Now, and Protection Later — Joseph, Genesis 50 Joseph was sold into slavery by his own brothers, falsely accused, and imprisoned — roughly seventeen years between the dream God gave him and the day it came true. When his brothers later feared retaliation, Joseph told them: "You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive." — Genesis 50:20 God used that season to train Joseph for the leadership he'd eventually need, and that same training is what positioned him to protect his entire family years later when famine hit. The suffering came first. The protection came after, once the training had done its work. If you're walking through chronic illness or a season of low energy right now, it's worth asking what this might be preparing you for, and who it might one day let you protect. 4. So God's Power Can Be Made Perfect in Weakness — 2 Corinthians 12 Paul asked God three times to remove his "thorn in the flesh." God didn't. "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." — 2 Corinthians 12:9 Paul's conclusion was that his weakness became the very thing that made him strong. Self-sufficiency tends to pull us toward leaning on our own strength instead of God's. Sometimes the thorn stays so the credit goes to God's power, not ours. 5. So We Will Lack Nothing — James 1 "Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness... that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing." — James 1:2-4 Nobody signs up for trials willingly. But if the process produces something in us we'd otherwise be missing, that reframes the waiting — even when it doesn't make it easy. What to Do While You're Waiting on God Faith Matters — But It's Not a Verdict on Your Healing (Luke 8) A woman who had been bleeding for twelve years touches the edge of Jesus's garment and is instantly healed. He tells her, "Daughter, your faith has made you well." Faith plays a real part in healing. But just because you haven't been healed yet doesn't mean you don't have enough faith. The man born blind in John 9 wasn't blind because of a lack of faith. Faith is a factor, but it's not the only one. There may be other things at work that have nothing to do with how much faith you have, so there's no need to carry guilt over it or pick yourself apart looking for what's missing. Obedience Is Part of the Process (2 Kings 5) Naaman was told to dip in the Jordan River seven times to be healed of leprosy — and he almost refused because it felt too simple. When he finally obeyed, he was healed. Sometimes God is asking for action alongside our faith — working with a doctor, researching natural remedies, changing a habit, simply doing the next obedient thing in front of you. Faith and action aren't in competition. And underneath it all is a quiet principle worth remembering: we reap what we sow. Good choices tend to bear good fruit, even when the harvest is slow to show up. Remembering God's Goodness in the Waiting There's a lot in Scripture that's genuinely hard to understand — Job's story, Ezekiel being told not to publicly mourn his wife, and plenty more. But understanding everything was never the requirement for trusting God's goodness. "He will never leave you nor forsake you." — Hebrews 13:5 "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose." — Romans 8:28 He's been proving that for thousands of years. He's still doing it now, even in the waiting. Key Takeaways Suffering is not automatically a punishment for sin or a sign of insufficient faith. Some of God's ways genuinely won't make sense from where we're standing — and that's allowed. Hard seasons can be preparation for something ahead that isn't visible yet. Faith and practical obedience — medical care, lifestyle changes, natural remedies — work together, not against each other. You're responsible for your next faithful step, not for forcing an outcome or understanding the whole plan. This episode is educational and faith-based reflection, not medical advice or a diagnosis.  Ready for Your Next Step? If you are experiencing low energy or autoimmune symptoms, I'd love to help you with your next steps. I have a few spots open for a More Energy Strategy Session, where we'll look at what's actually going on and build a clear path forward. You can book your session at herholistichealing.com/services.

Best of The Steve Harvey Morning Show
Job Tips: She is a registered nurse and founder of SEW Nursing, LLC, a luxury concierge nursing firm based in Atlanta.

Best of The Steve Harvey Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 31:40 Transcription Available


Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Shelby Williams.