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View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushWhat if the key to better sleep, recovery, focus, and lasting behavior change isn't another productivity hack – but feeling safe in your own body?In this episode, Kelly and Juliet Starrett sit down with psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and Apollo Neuroscience co-founder Dr. David Rabin to explore the hidden role the nervous system plays in stress, learning, trauma, performance, and recovery.Drawing on more than two decades of research, Dr. Rabin explains why modern life keeps us trapped in a state of chronic overstimulation – and how that affects sleep, resilience, chronic pain, emotional health, and our ability to learn. They also dive into the science of the vagus nerve, heart rate variability, fear extinction, human connection, and simple tools that help us feel safer, calmer, and more adaptable.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy feeling physiologically safe is the foundation for learning, healing, and peak performanceHow chronic stress affects sleep, recovery, immunity, and the body's ability to functionThe difference between top-down thinking and bottom-up nervous system regulationWhy touch, movement, music, breathwork, and human connection are powerful tools for reducing stressHow modern technology and constant stimulation may be making us less resilient, less focused, and less connectedKey Highlights:(0:00) Intro: Gen Z Cognitive Regression & Technology Warning(0:37) Meet Dr. David Rabin: Psychiatrist & Apollo Neuroscience Co-Founder(2:20) Bottom-Up vs. Top-Down Learning(4:41) The Neuroscience of Learning and Safety(7:06) Maslow's Hierarchy and Physiological Safety(12:27) The Role of Touch as Our First Language(18:47) The Vagus Nerve: Governor of Rest and Recovery(27:32) Apollo Wearable: Activating Safety in Seconds(29:07) Kelly's Sleep-Anywhere Superpower & Sleep Science(33:08) Belief, Biology, and the Dream Catcher Story(41:06) The Amygdala as a Contrast Detection Center(47:35) PTSD as a Learned Fear Disorder(56:14) What Apollo Actually Does and How It Works(1:04:26) Apollo + Oura Ring Sleep Study – 1,000+ People, 3 Years(1:12:49) Managing Overstimulation in a Tech-Driven World(1:14:53) Smartphone Addiction and Misdiagnosis of ADHD(1:16:12) Book Highlights and Education System 50 Years Outdated(1:18:19) AI Should Not Replace Human Teaching and Healing(1:20:28) Infinite Shelf: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz(1:23:13) Closing ThoughtsHuge thanks to our sponsors, LMNT and Momentous.

In this episode, we explore what working smarter, not harder really means in today's high-performance, high-pressure world.Many of us are doing all the right things: eating well, exercising, checking the boxes yet still feeling exhausted, wired at night, foggy during the day, or stuck in burnout. Why?Because most people are doing the right things in the wrong nervous system state.Joining me is Katie Hardie, board-certified holistic nutritionist and founder of MyPeak, as we unpack:Why “normal” lab results don't always mean optimal healthThe difference between being functional vs truly thrivingHow hidden stress keeps your body stuck in survival modeWhy digestion, sleep, hormones, and energy suffer under chronic stressHow breathwork and nervous system regulation unlock sustainable performanceThe cost of hustle culture and why slowing down actually expands your outputWe also talk about:Functional vs conventional lab rangesWhy common symptoms aren't the same as normalHow self-worth gets tied to productivityThe role of HRV, breathwork, and heart coherence in stress recoveryThis conversation is for high-achieving women who are tired of pushing through, settling, or normalizing burnout and are ready to feel energized, focused, and aligned again.===▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠ ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck.▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout.▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online.▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Espresso Shots – Join our 30-mins functional breathing sessions. ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Inner Circle⁠ – Join a soul-aligned community for conscious growth.▸ Free Resources:– ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠ – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠ – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠  Follow & Connect:Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ X⁠ TikTokYouTubeDisclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

What if the exhaustion you're feeling isn't a sign that you're working hard enough?What if it's a warning sign that your nervous system is overwhelmed?In this episode of Leaders Lead, Tony Taylor sits down with somatic educator, TEDx speaker, certified hypnotherapist, and author Dr. Danielle Griffith for a powerful conversation about burnout, stress, nervous system regulation, and the physical toll that high achievement can take on the body.Dr. Griffith shares her own journey through chronic stress, grief, entrepreneurship, sleep deprivation, and burnout. Together, Tony and Dr. Griffith explore why so many leaders normalize exhaustion, how stress gets stored in the body, and practical ways to interrupt the cycle before it becomes a crisis.Whether you're an entrepreneur, professional, caregiver, or someone who feels like you're constantly carrying the weight of the world, this conversation offers practical tools to help you reconnect with yourself and create sustainable success.Why high achievers often mistake exhaustion for commitmentThe hidden physical symptoms of chronic stressHow stress can show up as eye twitches, muscle cramps, digestive issues, and poor sleepWhat somatic healing actually is and how it worksSimple breathing and movement practices to calm the nervous systemThe role of hypnotherapy in overcoming fear, anxiety, and limiting beliefsWhy hustle culture may be keeping you stuckThe connection between trauma, stress, and chronic painHow to build success without sacrificing your health and relationshipsPractical steps you can begin using today"Most people have been taught to override themselves for so long that they no longer recognize what peace and safety feel like."Website: drdaniellegriff.comSocial Media: @DrDanielleGriffIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this conversation.Remember:Leaders lead even when it hurts.A special thank you to Henry Yang for his outstanding editing and production work on this episode. Your attention to detail helps bring these conversations to life and ensures they reach listeners with the quality they deserve.

What happens when food elimination starts making things worse?You remove the obvious triggers. You follow the labs and the genetics. The plan becomes more precise.Yet… the client becomes more reactive, the range of tolerated foods narrows, and overall resilience declines.This is not a lack of effort. It is a pattern.Food sensitivity reflects the state of the system, not just the food. When stress, blood sugar instability, microbiome disruption, or inflammation are present, even a well-designed approach can backfire.Layer genetics on top without context, and each variant becomes a reason for further restriction.At that point, the question is no longer what to remove. It is whether the system can tolerate anything at all.In this episode, Dr. Ritamarie explains why this occurs and how to shift from progressive elimination to restoring resilience.What's Inside This Episode?When food elimination increases reactivityWhy “safe foods” stop being toleratedAllergy vs intolerance vs sensitivity and why it mattersWhy food reactions reflect system stressHow genetics gets misapplied as restrictionThe hidden cost of over-restrictionThe role of cortisol in worsening sensitivityThe question to ask before removing another foodHow to rebuild resilience and expand the dietResources and Links:Download the full transcript here.Download our FREE Guide to Using Genetic Testing to Optimize Patient OutcomesAccess the Genetic Pathway Mapping Workshop Replay to learn a clinical framework for identifying genetic patterns and applying targeted epigenetic strategies. Approximately 2 hours of training.Join the Next-Level Health Practitioner Facebook group here for free resources and community supportVisit INEMethod.com for advanced health practitioner training and tools to elevate your clinical skills and grow your practice by getting life-changing results.Check out other podcast episodes here

This week on The Fuel Run Recover Podcast, I'm joined by one of my 1:1 coaching clients, Stephanie Prinzing, to talk all things marathon travel, fueling, and running a World Major. From missed flights and carb loading in airports to navigating massive race crowds and balancing race goals with actually enjoying the experience, this episode is packed with practical advice for runners planning destination races. We chat about:Stephanie's journey from casual runner to marathon travelerThe realities of racing in cities like London, Chicago, and ParisPacking tips, travel logistics, and avoiding race week stressHow to carb load while traveling internationallyManaging expectations for big races with huge crowdsWhy fueling, recovery, and proper training changed everything for her runningIf you've ever dreamed of running a World Major, or you're already planning one soon, this episode will help you feel more prepared, confident, and ready to enjoy the experience.Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling audit here!⁠And if you're ready for more support, I've got options—whether it's my nutrition ebook⁠ ⁠Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger⁠⁠, my online coaching programs The Fueled Runner or ⁠ ⁠The Fuel Train Recover Club,⁠⁠ or apply for limited spots in my personalized⁠ ⁠1:1 coaching ⁠⁠programs.

In this episode of Just Press Record, Matt Zeigler brings Justin Castelli back to react to a Drew Feldman clip about willpower, boundaries, workarounds, and designing a life around who you really are.The conversation turns into a deeper discussion about self-awareness, authentic living, money alignment, accountability, and whether willpower comes from discipline or from being aligned with your values.Topics Covered:Why Drew Feldman says he does not rely on willpowerHow workarounds can help us design around our weaknessesThe difference between internal boundaries and external boundariesWhy pushing personal boundaries is often where real growth happensHow self-awareness helps people build better systemsJustin Castelli's framework for living an authentic lifeWhy accountability works better when it connects to a larger purposeHow spending money can reflect personal valuesThe connection between budgeting, alignment, and financial behaviorWhy scarcity mindset and misalignment can create money stressHow planting seeds can help people change when they are readyWhether alignment creates willpower or willpower creates alignmentTimestamps:00:00 Willpower, alignment, and workarounds03:30 Why Matt brought Justin Castelli back05:27 Drew Feldman on designing around yourself06:22 Justin's first reaction to the clip08:11 Why pushing boundaries creates growth09:43 Internal boundaries vs external boundaries12:05 How self-awareness creates better workarounds14:43 The role of accountability17:14 Spending money in alignment with your values19:00 Seeing potential in other people21:00 Just because you can, should you?24:18 Money, values, and the personal balance sheet26:00 Money stories, abundance, and scarcity29:31 Why you cannot force someone to see differently31:00 Misalignment as a risk to financial stability33:20 Planting breadcrumbs for future growth34:44 Does willpower or alignment come first?35:19 Why alignment creates willpower37:21 Where to find Justin Castelli

Send us Fan Mail## Episode 7: Growing Up Straight – The Importance of Pediatric Chiropractic CareWhy do people take their babies to a chiropractor? They aren't even walking yet, so how could they possibly have back problems?In Part 7 of our 12-week "Wellness Lifecycle" series, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explores the world of pediatric chiropractic care. From his own experience receiving his first adjustment on the very day he was born, to helping modern teenagers manage the heavy weight of physical and emotional stress, Dr. Hulsebus explains why checking children's spines is vital for healthy development. ### In this episode, you'll learn:* A Family Tradition: The history of newborn care in the Hulsebus family and what to look for when choosing a qualified pediatric chiropractor.* Gentle Adjustments: How adjusting a baby is completely different from adjusting an adult. (Hint: It involves a very light touch, with zero twisting or popping!)* The Top 3 Newborn Issues: Why sleep problems, colic, and constipation are frequently linked to cervical and pelvic tension caused by the birthing process.* Hitting Milestones: Why checking children as they learn to crawl and walk helps prevent bad movement habits from forming.* The Triad of Stress: How physical (sports/falls), chemical (junk food), and emotional (puberty/academics) stressors impact a child's nervous system as they grow.---### About the HostDr. Brant Hulsebus is a proud graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and serves as the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs. His family practice has been serving Rockford, Illinois, since the late 1940s, giving him a deep, multi-generational perspective on the importance of pediatric and family wellness.### Join the JourneyThis is Part 7 of our 12-week series. Subscribe to follow along as we build your complete roadmap to spinal health and wellness!Have a question?If you are wondering if chiropractic care could help your child with colic, sleep, or growing pains, ask a chiropractor! Leave a comment or contact our Rockford clinic.Connect with us:* Website: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com* Location: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112---Next Week: Have you ever wondered exactly how stress physically changes your spine? Join us for Episode 8 as we break down "The Physics of Stress."---www.rockforddc.com

Send us Fan Mail## Episode 7: Growing Up Straight – The Importance of Pediatric Chiropractic CareWhy do people take their babies to a chiropractor? They aren't even walking yet, so how could they possibly have back problems?In Part 7 of our 12-week "Wellness Lifecycle" series, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explores the world of pediatric chiropractic care. From his own experience receiving his first adjustment on the very day he was born, to helping modern teenagers manage the heavy weight of physical and emotional stress, Dr. Hulsebus explains why checking children's spines is vital for healthy development. ### In this episode, you'll learn:* A Family Tradition: The history of newborn care in the Hulsebus family and what to look for when choosing a qualified pediatric chiropractor.* Gentle Adjustments: How adjusting a baby is completely different from adjusting an adult. (Hint: It involves a very light touch, with zero twisting or popping!)* The Top 3 Newborn Issues: Why sleep problems, colic, and constipation are frequently linked to cervical and pelvic tension caused by the birthing process.* Hitting Milestones: Why checking children as they learn to crawl and walk helps prevent bad movement habits from forming.* The Triad of Stress: How physical (sports/falls), chemical (junk food), and emotional (puberty/academics) stressors impact a child's nervous system as they grow.---### About the HostDr. Brant Hulsebus is a proud graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and serves as the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs. His family practice has been serving Rockford, Illinois, since the late 1940s, giving him a deep, multi-generational perspective on the importance of pediatric and family wellness.### Join the JourneyThis is Part 7 of our 12-week series. Subscribe to follow along as we build your complete roadmap to spinal health and wellness!Have a question?If you are wondering if chiropractic care could help your child with colic, sleep, or growing pains, ask a chiropractor! Leave a comment or contact our Rockford clinic.Connect with us:* Website: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com* Location: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112---Next Week: Have you ever wondered exactly how stress physically changes your spine? Join us for Episode 8 as we break down "The Physics of Stress."---www.rockforddc.com

Most people think overwhelm is a productivity problem. Corrie LoGiudice argues it's something much deeper. In this episode, JR speaks with Corrie LoGiudice, author of The Five Overwhelm Culprits, about why so many high performers feel exhausted, disconnected and stuck — even when their lives look successful on paper. Corrie explains why burnout is often misdiagnosed as a time-management issue, and why the real causes of overwhelm usually stem from deeper problems like misalignment, lack of clarity, weak support systems and chronic self-neglect.Their conversation covers:Why overwhelm is more than “having too much to do”The five root causes behind burnout and chronic stressHow work and personal life pressures compound each otherWhy high performers often confuse exhaustion with successThe difference between burnout and misalignmentHow intuition helps people recognize when something is wrongWhy women experience overwhelm differently than menThe role resilience plays in navigating major life changesHow to recognize overwhelm before reaching a breaking pointWhy meaningful change either happens by choice — or happens to youSubscribe to Career Sessions wherever you get your podcasts for weekly episodes like this.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/corrie-logiudice.For more career guidance and resources, subscribe to my member community at https://pathwise.io/join-now/

The Money Lighthouse Podcast for Spiritual Entrepreneurs invites listeners into a soft and healing conversation about money, hope, and possibility in this deeply encouraging episode about dreaming with money from a healthy and supportive place. So many spiritual entrepreneurs have experienced stress, fear, survival mode, or emotional heaviness around finances, and over time, that can make dreaming feel unsafe or unrealistic. In this episode, Michel gently explores how cultivating a healthier relationship with money can help restore optimism, emotional safety, and the ability to imagine a more supported and spacious life.Listeners are guided through a reflective process designed to help them reconnect with possibility in a grounded and nourishing way. Rather than focusing on extremes or pressure-filled financial goals, this episode encourages spiritual entrepreneurs to explore what money could feel like if it became a supportive resource instead of a constant source of stress. Through gentle prompts and thoughtful reflections, Michel walks listeners through envisioning more time freedom, emotional peace, creative energy, and a future where money helps support their wellbeing, mission, relationships, and dreams.This episode is a beautiful reminder that healing one's relationship with money is not only about numbers — it is also about hope, nervous system safety, emotional spaciousness, and believing that life can become more supportive over time. Listeners will leave feeling inspired to reconnect with their dreams, soften their fears around money, and imagine what becomes possible when abundance is approached with intention, compassion, and openness.Topics CoveredThe connection between money, hope, and possibilityWhy survival mode makes dreaming difficultReframing money as support instead of stressHow healthy dreaming can help heal the nervous systemThe emotional and spiritual impact of financial safetyA guided process for envisioning a supported lifeTime freedom, spaciousness, and creative energyThe ripple effect of healthy abundanceGentle practices for cultivating an optimistic relationship with moneyWhy spiritual entrepreneurs deserve to dream againIf you've been longing to feel more hopeful, supported, and emotionally safe in your relationship with money, this episode offers a gentle space to reconnect with possibility and dream about what life could feel like with greater peace, stability, and abundance.Contact:michel@moneylighthouse.com

Separation and divorce can turn life upside down—emotionally, mentally and physically. In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer Podcast, family lawyer Kimberley Davies is joined by Vick Hazell-Pierce, personal trainer and wellness coach, to explore how women can protect their wellbeing during relationship breakdown without pressure, perfection, or punishing routines.If fitness has fallen off your radar, self‑care feels impossible, or you're just trying to survive one day at a time, this episode offers practical, compassionate and realistic tools to help you stay grounded when life feels chaotic.Together, Kimberley and Vick unpack why movement is not a luxury, how tiny habits can become powerful anchors during divorce, and how to care for your nervous system when stress, grief and overwhelm take over.In this episode, we cover:How divorce and separation impact physical health, energy, confidence and identityWhy realistic fitness beats extreme workouts, especially during emotional upheavalSimple movement ideas when you're exhausted, overwhelmed or short on timeUsing walking, strength training, yoga and gentle routines to regulate stressHow movement supports mental health, anxiety and emotional regulationPractical tips for rebuilding confidence after heartbreak or a controlling relationshipThe role of diet, nourishment and self‑worth during high‑stress periodsNervous system tools including box breathing, grounding techniques and journalingWhy self‑care is essential—not indulgent—during divorceThis episode is especially helpful for women navigating separation, co‑parenting, identity shifts, or major life transitions who want to feel stronger without adding more pressure to an already full plate.

Your Enneagram arrows/lines are your psyche doing something pretty intelligent under pressure and once you understand what is happening, everything changes. This episode covers all nine types in one place.In this episode:Why your stress line shows up the way it does, and what it is actually trying to do for youWhat each type looks like in stress and what each type looks like in securityThe difference between phobic and counterphobic Sixes in stressHow to use your stress line as a typing tool when you are stuck between two typesWhy moving toward your security line feels uncomfortable, and why that is the only wayWho this is for: Anyone trying to land on their type, anyone who wants to understand why they sometimes look nothing like their type, and anyone ready to use their arrows as a tool for actual growth.I have a free resource on how to work consciously with your stress line and how to embrace it as a growth tool rather than just managing it as a problem. Get the freebie I mention in the episode here.If you are still in the process of figuring out your Enneagram type, the Self-Typing Toolkit is built for you. A nine dollar collection of tools designed to help you find your type through 5 days of guided self-discovery instead of a quiz. ⁠Get the Self-Typing Toolkit HERE!⁠Connect on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠.Take the Unf*ck Your Type Enneagram shadow work course ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. ⁠Enneagram shirts⁠All of my freebies and links can be found ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Join my free private ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this thoughtful episode of The Tiberius Show, we're joined by John Cuturilo, a counselor from Melbourne, Australia, who helps people better understand their minds, work through emotional struggles, and build healthier lives. John shares what counseling really is, why so many people hide when they're not okay, and how anxiety, overthinking, confidence, and daily habits all shape mental health. This episode is full of practical advice, honest life lessons, and encouraging guidance for teens, parents, and anyone trying to better understand themselves.Discussion Points●    What a Counselor Does: How counseling helps people understand their struggles and solve problems in healthier ways.●    Mental Health Stigma: Why so many people say they're “fine” even when they're not.●    Opening Up: How counselors help people feel safe enough to talk honestly.●    Trauma & Relationships: The kinds of challenges John helps clients work through, from trauma to couples counseling.●    Overthinking & Anxiety: Why our brains jump to worst-case scenarios and how anxiety works in simple terms.●    Social Media & Stress: How social media can increase anxiety, stress, and unrealistic comparisons.●    Small First Steps: Practical advice for teens and adults who feel overwhelmed or stuck.●    Confidence & Mental Strength: Why confidence matters and how real mental strength can lead to happiness.●    Daily Habits: Why “doing the stuff that sucks” can make life better in the long run.●    Personal Journey: How John's own struggles with mental health shaped his path into counseling.●    Bullying & Resilience: John's honest story about workplace bullying and why people should never suffer in silence.●    Leadership & Growth: The importance of discipline, humility, and helping others improve.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.

What happens when we stop treating suffering as a fixed identity and start relating to it as a changeable state?In this conversation, Amy Wheeler is joined by Colleen Millen, a licensed marriage and family therapist and yoga therapist who works at the intersection of somatic psychotherapy, nervous system regulation, and post-traumatic growth. Colleen shares how “healing happens in present time,” why choice and consent are foundational to real change, and how small, repeatable practices can reshape patterns that once felt permanent.Together, they explore neuroplasticity in everyday language (“neurons that fire together wire together”), how somatic tracking restores access to the prefrontal cortex when stress responses take over, and why therapy and yoga therapy can be most effective when they are collaborative—rooted in agency, curiosity, and what is life-affirming for the individual. In This Episode, You'll HearWhy post-traumatic growth can be a more empowering framework than only focusing on post-traumatic stressHow agency and consent orient the healing process (“Do you even want to rewire this?”)A practical, listener-friendly explanation of Dan Siegel's “hand model of the brain” and what it means to “keep the lid on”How somatic approaches support regulation when words aren't accessibleWhy short-term coping practices can lead to long-term changeWhat it looks like to track psychobiological shifts in real time and “stay with” the moment of the changeA grounded reframe: depression or anxiety can feel like a trait—until, over time, it becomes “a jacket that doesn't fit anymore”How yoga philosophy (including kriyā yoga and bhāvanā/intentionality) can support behavior change without forcing a one-size-fits-all approachThe role of telehealth in expanding access—especially for postpartum clients and busy householders Key Moments (listener roadmap)Colleen's path: journalist → yoga teacher (since 1999) → LMFT journey (began 2009; licensed 2018)Why “post-traumatic growth” matters: hope, agency, and the possibility of a new relationship to sufferingSomatic psychotherapy basics: how stress shows up through the body (breath, belly, skin, heart rate)Window of tolerance + polyvagal orientation: getting a “map” for the nervous systemDan Siegel's hand model: a clear explanation for both audio and YouTube listenersNeuroplasticity in daily life: how intention + repetition + small practices reshape what's possiblePresent-time stabilization: why you don't always need to “go into the past” to healRepetition and practice: why the micro-moments matter—and how real change accrues over time Practical Takeaways (gentle, doable)Name the moment: “Something just happened.”Anchor in the body: feel your feet, notice your breath, sense support from the chair.Choose one tiny action you can repeat (a short walk, a grounding pause, a few breaths, a hand on the heart).Track the shift: What changes in your breath, pace, sensation, or clarity when you slow down?Repeat: consistency is what makes the new pathway more available under stress. About Colleen Millen (LMFT-CA)Colleen Millen is a somatic psychotherapist and yoga therapist who supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, and the desire for post-traumatic growth. Her work emphasizes nervous system education, present-time stabilization, and collaborative inquiry that honors choice, pace, and lived experience. She currently offers telehealth and hybrid services in California. Resources MentionedNARM (NeuroAffective Relational Model) — inquiry, agency, and what you want for yourselfPolyvagal Theory — understanding states and regulationWindow of Tolerance — a framework for tracking arousal and capacityDan Siegel's Hand Model of the Brain — “flipping the lid,” cortex/offline vs. online regulation supportInterpersonal Neurobiology / Mindsight (Dan Siegel) Connect with Colleen (California)Positive Counseling & Psychology: PositiveCounselingPsychology.comRula: Rula.com

What does it really mean to have a steady heart; and, is it even possible when life feels overwhelming?In this first episode of Quiet Strength: The Power of Heart Postures, we explore a different definition of strength - one that isn't about staying calm all the time, but about learning how to return to steadiness again and again.If you tend to overthink, react quickly, or feel emotionally overwhelmed, this episode will help you understand why... and how to begin finding your way back to a more grounded, present state.Using insights from the Enneagram and the three centers of intelligence (gut, heart, and head), you'll learn how different patterns pull us away from steadiness and how small, simple practices can help you come back.In this episode, you'll discover:Why steadiness isn't the absence of emotion or stressHow reactivity, overwhelm, and overthinking disrupt your sense of calmThe connection between the Enneagram and your natural response patternsA simple, practical way to return to a grounded, steady stateHow quiet leaders can build trust through presence, not pressureThis episode is for thoughtful leaders, reflective individuals, and anyone looking to feel more calm, clear, and grounded in everyday life.Plus, learn about the new Quiet Strength Gathering—a free monthly space to reflect, connect, and grow alongside others on this journey.—

Many veterans experience ongoing symptoms such as fatigue, pain, dizziness, or brain fog—even when medical tests appear normal. This can be frustrating and confusing, especially when routine lab work and imaging fail to identify a clear cause.In this episode, we explore why some veterans continue to feel unwell despite normal test results. We discuss how chronic stress, trauma exposure, nervous system dysregulation, and complex physiological changes can contribute to real physical symptoms that may not always appear on standard diagnostic tests.We also examine how the body's stress response system, inflammation, and long-term environmental exposures may play a role in unexplained illness. Understanding these mechanisms can help explain why symptoms are real even when traditional medical testing doesn't provide clear answers.This episode aims to provide insight into the science behind unexplained symptoms and why some veterans may struggle with health concerns that are difficult to diagnose.Why some veterans experience symptoms despite normal medical testsThe role of the nervous system and chronic stressHow trauma can affect physical healthInflammation and long-term physiological changesWhy some conditions are difficult to detect with standard testingUnderstanding complex health symptoms in veterans

Commit to 6 priority listQuestions covered in this episode:How to retain mental resilience when life feels overwhelming and stop stress impacting your workoutsWhy exercise can actually help build resilience and increase your capacity to cope with stressHow to manage tiredness and fatigue during office work without constantly turning to snacksWhy movement, fresh air and proper lunch breaks improve mood, focus and productivityWhether feeling really hot in the evening after a workout is due to metabolism or just a normal response to trainingWhat to say to clients taking unapproved peptides and why the evidence just isn't thereWhether Emma has ever been tempted by big money supplement deals and why she stays sceptical of the supplement industryWhen it might be a good time to stop tracking calories and how to know whether tracking has actually taught you anythingWhy tracking should be a tool, not a lifelong dependencyWhether you can still build muscle if you also love endurance running and are training for half or full marathonsWhy strength and endurance can absolutely coexist for most people, and how they can even support each other

Talk to KimIn this episode, Dori Martin shares her compelling journey from burnout and caregiving to transforming her health by focusing on foundational cellular health. She demystifies the role of minerals, hormones, and personalized lab testing in reclaiming vitality during midlife.Key topics:The courage it takes to prioritize self-care amidst caregiving and life stressHow chronic stress and burnout impact cellular energy and overall healt The significance of mineral balance and hair tissue analysis for personalized health insightsThe limitations of traditional blood testing versus cellular-level testingPractical strategies for nervous system regulation and stress managementThe shift from symptom suppression to root-cause resolution in functional healthThe emotional and biochemical connection in mood regulation and hormonesThe importance of personalized, intuition-based health planning over cookie-cutter protocolsConnect with Dori Martin:WebsiteAdditional Notes: This episode emphasizes that true healing begins at the cellular level, and understanding your body's unique mineral and hormonal landscape can unlock vitality, even in midlife. Dori's approach advocates for personalized testing, empowerment through knowledge, and compassionate self-care—key elements for sustainable health transformations.Support the showKim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.****************************************************If you are looking for deeper connection, encouragement, and support, you should join my free online community. It's a safe, uplifting space to be inspired, share honestly, and grow alongside women who truly get this season of life.Midlife with Courage™ Community*****************************************************Want to be a guest on Midlife with Courage™-Flourishing After Forty with Kim Benoy? Send Kim Benoy a message on PodMatch, here: Podmatch Link NEWSLETTER WEBSITEFACEBOOK

In this episode of the HypnoGeeks Podcast, I'm joined by the incredible Dante Harker for a deeply insightful, honest, and refreshingly open conversation about psychosexual health, relationships, and the evolving challenges we're seeing in modern life.We explore the real issues affecting men's mental and sexual wellbeing, from performance anxiety and erectile dysfunction to the wider pressures of identity, stress, social media, and the impact of pornography. But this conversation goes far beyond sex.Together, we unpack the deeper layers of intimacy, connection, and what it truly means to feel at home within yourself, because as Dante so beautifully shares, psychosexual work isn't just about sex… It's about bonding, emotional connection, and rediscovering pleasure in a meaningful, human way.We talk about:Why intimacy is more important than performanceThe growing challenges facing men's mental healthThe influence of modern life, technology, and stressHow relationships shift over time, and how to reconnectPractical, accessible ways to rebuild connection and pleasureThis is one of those conversations that feels both grounded and expansive, blending clinical insight with lived experience, humour, honesty, and real, usable tools.If you're a therapist, coach, or simply someone curious about human connection, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on an area that is so often left unspoken… yet impacts so many.Connect with DanteYou can find out more about Dante and his work here:https://danteharker.comFor any course enquiries: info@goldleaftraining.comJoin the Training at The Northern College of Clinical Hypnotherapy on the  – 17th of MayDante will be delivering a live Psychosexual Therapy Training Day (10am–4pm) a practical, engaging, and confidence-building experience for Hypnotherapists wanting to work more effectively in this area.You can find out more and book your place here: https://the-northern-college-of-clinical-hypnotherapy.cademy.io/psychosexual-therapy-training-with-dante-harkerAs always, settle in, stay curious… and enjoy the conversation.Support the showThis podcast is sponsored by The Northern College of Clinical Hypnotherapywww.thenortherncollegeofclinicalhypnotherapy.com 

Balancing business growth, family, and leadership is one of the hardest challenges for any provider.In this episode, I break down the tension that many business owners, husbands, and fathers face daily: how to provide for your team, your clients, and your family without burning out.Early on, I was trying to do everything at once answer every message, take every call, and manage every part of the business. The result? Overwhelm, long hours on my phone, and feeling like nothing was ever enough.Once I started stepping back, prioritizing, and thinking through sustainable systems, everything changed.In this episode, you'll hear:Why trying to be everything to everyone leads to burnoutHow to manage the tension between growing your business and supporting your familyWhy stepping back can actually make you more effective as a leaderHow prioritizing tasks and using structured systems reduces overwhelmWhy setting boundaries and communicating clearly prevents stressHow high-achievers can sustain growth without sacrificing their personal lifeWhether you're a business owner, leader, or provider for your family, this episode will challenge how you approach your daily responsibilities—and show why reflection, systems, and prioritization are key to long-term success.Listen in, take notes, and start leading your business and life in a way that's sustainable, intentional, and fulfilling.Support the show

In this episode, Michel Ai Reavis invites spiritual entrepreneurs into an honest conversation about the quiet overwhelm so many experience while running a heart-centered business. Even when the calendar doesn't appear overly full, many entrepreneurs carry a constant low-grade tension - unfinished tasks, scattered ideas, half-built systems, and a lingering sense of being “behind.” Michel explores why this feeling is far more common than people realize and offers a compassionate reframe: overwhelm is often not a time management issue, but an energy management issue.Drawing from both practical business wisdom and the lived experience of intuitive entrepreneurs, Michel explains how scattered digital tools and incomplete systems quietly drain cognitive and emotional energy. For sensitive, empathic business owners—those already holding space for clients, creativity, and intuitive guidance—this invisible logistical weight can become exhausting. In this episode, listeners will discover how the brain and nervous system respond to digital clutter, why half-built systems create subtle stress signals, and how supportive structures can transform the daily experience of running a spiritual business.Most importantly, Michel offers a hopeful and empowering vision of what becomes possible when gentle digital systems are in place. Instead of constantly re-deciding, re-searching, and re-starting, entrepreneurs can reclaim mental clarity, creative inspiration, and sustainable momentum. The result is not rigid productivity. It's spaciousness, flow, and what Michel calls overflow: a state where energy circulates freely and digital systems begin to support the entrepreneur rather than exhaust them.Topics Covered in This EpisodeWhy overwhelm in spiritual business is often an energy issue rather than a time issueHow cognitive load and scattered digital tools quietly drain mental and emotional energyWhy spiritual entrepreneurs and intuitive practitioners feel this burden more deeplyThe concept of Hidden Energy Leaks inside a digital businessThree common drains:Re-deciding the same things repeatedlySearching for content or ideas you've already createdHalf-built or incomplete systems that create subconscious stressHow aligned digital systems act as a supportive container for creativity and intuitionWhat “overflow” actually feels like in a sustainable, soul-aligned businessDesigning systems that respect the energy, wisdom, and priorities of midlife entrepreneursHow gentle structures can restore clarity, momentum, and inspiration in your workIf you've been feeling that quiet hum of overwhelm—the sense that your mind is holding too many moving pieces—this episode will feel like a deep exhale. Michel shares both compassionate insight and practical encouragement to help you begin reclaiming your energy and creating a business that feels supportive rather than draining.Take a breath, settle in, and join Michel for this heartfelt conversation about transforming overwhelm into spaciousness, clarity, and true overflow.Contact:michel@moneylighthouse.com

What happens when divorce forces you to look at your money differently?In this episode of The Crazy Ex-Wives Club, Erica sits down with Shana and Vanessa of Budget Besties to talk about the B word. Budgets. Not the restrictive, shame-filled kind. The bougie kind. The kind that supports your next chapter instead of shrinking it.Divorce often brings financial fear to the surface. Whether you managed the money before or not, stepping into full financial responsibility can feel overwhelming. Shame creeps in. Avoidance sets in. The credit card becomes the emotional buffer.Shana and Vanessa break down how to move from fear to clarity using a simplified, automated budgeting system designed specifically for women. They explain how most women don't have a spending problem. They have an organization problem.If you're navigating financial independence after divorce, feeling behind with money, or afraid to look at your bank account, this episode will remind you that you are capable of being the CFO of your own life.You'll learn:Why money feels heavier after divorceThe difference between a spending problem and an organization problemHow shame keeps women stuck financiallyThe three-step simplified budget system: create, separate, automateWhat a digital envelope system is and how it replaces outdated cash envelopesHow separating accounts creates natural guardrailsWhy automation eliminates financial stressHow to stop relying on credit cards to fund your lifeWhy adding cushion prevents rebound overspendingHow paying off debt creates financial freedomHow to let your money work for you instead of against youWhy your version of “bougie” is allowedWe talk about:00:00 Reframing the B word after divorce02:00 Why budgeting feels emotional and overwhelming04:00 Money shame and “I should know this already”06:00 Avoidance and head-in-the-sand habits08:00 The simplified five-column budget structure10:00 Digital envelopes and separating accounts12:00 Why guardrails create freedom14:00 Overspending and emotional justification16:00 Designing a budget you actually want to follow18:00 Becoming the CFO of your own life20:00 Adding buffer and flexibility into your spending22:00 Automating your bills and savings24:00 Debit cards versus credit card reliance26:00 Paying off debt and reclaiming income28:00 Financial independence in your next chapter30:00 Letting your money multiply while you sleep32:00 Small shifts that create financial momentum34:00 Why budgeting is self-respect, not restriction36:00 Your first simple step this weekLinks Mentioned in the ShowNeed a monthly reset and rhythm? Explore The WILD WOMANReady to Define the New You? Create your BLUEPRINTWant to grab your own bougie budget? Grab your download from the podcast HERELoved this week's guest? LEARN MOREContact Erica & The Crazy Ex-Wives Clubwww.thecrazyexwivesclub.com Tag us @ Instagram | Facebook | TikTokDid you love this episode? Make sure to follow for more.

Send a textHost: Kendra BeavisGuest: Rebecca, Intuitive Energy Coach & EFT Practitioner Kendra sits down with Rebecca, an attorney turned intuitive coach and energy healer, who helps kids and adults release stress, anxiety, and self-sabotage to reclaim their happiness. Blending neuroscience (EFT/Tapping) with energy healing (Reiki and intuitive guidance), she clears emotional blocks so people can move forward with clarity and calm.In this episode, Rebecca shares:Her journey from corporate law to coaching and energy healingHow EFT/Tapping works to calm your nervous system and reprogram stress responsesA step-by-step tapping demo, including the subtle “gamut point” on the handThe science behind tapping: cortisol reduction, brain scans, and neuroplasticityReal-life applications, from overcoming driving anxiety to everyday stressHow shifting your internal stories can transform your lifeRebecca's message: life happens for you, not to you. With tools like EFT, mindset work, and energy healing, you can release fear, self-doubt, and emotional blocks to create a life of limitless possibilities.

In this Sunday Night Live, we explored how trauma, stress, and emotional memory shape the brain, nervous system, hormones, inflammation, posture, and chronic pain patterns.We broke down how the amygdala (fear center), prefrontal cortex (logic center), and hippocampus (memory center) interact — and why fear often overrides facts.We discussed:The brain-body connectionHow chronic stress alters cortisol, immune function, and inflammationThe impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)Why muscles stay tight under stressHow perception influences cellular signaling (including insights from Bruce Lipton)Nervous system regulation vs. protection modeMost importantly, we covered practical tools to support neuroplasticity and trauma recovery, including:✔ Chiropractic care✔ Breathwork✔ Gradual return to movement✔ Somatic therapy✔ Joy, connection, and safety signalingIf your body remembers stress, it can also remember safety.Healing starts with nervous system regulation.

It's inevitable that your salon will have challenges. Staff drama, cash flow dips, growth plateaus…  Joel Bouzaid unpacks the uncomfortable truth about leadership when you're under pressure and feeling exhausted, and how you can master the CEO skill of reframing difficulty in your salon. Because what will truly drain your energy is what happens inside you when it hits

My guest for this episode is Dr. Wendy Zellner.Dr. Zellner received her doctorate from the University of Toledo in 2012, where she trained in molecular and cellular biology with a focus on the role of silicon in plant defense responses. She then completed a four-year postdoctoral position with the USDA-ARS, continuing her research on how silicon can alleviate both abiotic and biotic stress in crops such as tomato and tobacco.Her work has included developing standard methods for quantifying silicon uptake from fertilizer materials, identifying uptake mechanisms for silicon in model species, and evaluating how those pathways function across a range of crop systems.In this conversation we cover:The role of silicon in plant physiology and structureSilicon and plant defense against abiotic and biotic stressHow plants take up and utilize siliconMisconceptions around silicon fertilizers and supplementsPractical considerations for growers using silicon inputsThis remains one of the most comprehensive discussions we've had on silicon and plant health, and it continues to be highly relevant for growers looking to better understand how this element functions within a complete fertility program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If You're a FAN leave me a message :-)This conversation cuts through hustle culture, burnout myths, and guilt-driven productivity to reveal why so many capable people feel exhausted, disconnected, and on edge despite doing “everything right.” You'll learn how to pursue growth without turning your nervous system into collateral damage, and how to build a form of ambition that actually lasts.If you've ever felt torn between pushing forward and protecting your mental health, this episode will reframe both.Key TakeawaysWhy modern ambition quietly fuels anxiety and emotional fatigueThe difference between growth stress and survival stressHow to pursue success without living in constant pressureWhy rest is a performance strategy, not a rewardA practical framework to balance drive, health, and meaning

Let's unpack a truth most people don't want to admit: the thing you're avoiding is action. When you leave inaction untouched, it does not sit quietly. It grows. It drains you. And it quietly reshapes your life through mental drag, stress, and procrastination. Unaddressed conversations don't sit still. Ignored decisions don't pause. Delayed action doesn't disappear. It compounds. It leaks energy, creates anxiety, and slowly trains your nervous system to stay stuck. In this episode, Troy introduces the Bison Theory, a counterintuitive truth rooted in real behavior: while most animals run away from storms and stay trapped in them longer, bison run straight into the storm, shortening how long they suffer. This episode isn't about hype or grit for grit's sake. It's about why facing the thing you're avoiding is the fastest path to transformation, and how movement, not certainty, is what breaks the loop. If you've felt the weight of indecision, the drag of unfinished business, or the mental exhaustion of too many open loops, this conversation will feel uncomfortably familiar in the best way.This Episode Covers:Why avoidance is active, not neutral, and how it quietly compounds stressHow “direction determines duration” when it comes to pain and changeWhy facing the storm creates momentum even before clarity shows upHow anticipation of pain often hurts longer than the pain itselfThe real reason action restores energy faster than motivation ever willHow to stop negotiating with reality and start reclaiming agencyWhy transformation begins the moment you turn toward what you've been running fromBeyond The Episode Gems:Subscribe To My New Weekly LinkedIn Newsletter: Strategize. Market. Grow.Buy My Book, Strategize Up: The Blueprint To Scale Your Business: StrategizeUpBook.comDiscover All Podcasts On The HubSpot Podcast NetworkGet Free HubSpot Marketing Tools To Help You Grow Your BusinessGrow Your Business Faster Using HubSpot's CRM PlatformSupport The Podcast & Connect With Troy: Rate & Review iDigress: iDigress.fm/ReviewsFollow Troy's Socials @FindTroy: LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads, TikTokSubscribe to Troy's YouTube Channel For Strategy Videos & See Masterclass EpisodesNeed Growth Strategy, A Keynote Speaker, Or Want To Sponsor The Podcast? Go To FindTroy.com

Dr. Raeeda Gheewala is a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Nephrology with over two decades of clinical experience. She has dedicated her career to advancing kidney health and exploring its vital connection to physical performance. As one of the few specialists in Sports Nephrology, Dr. Gheewala blends her expertise in kidney medicine with her passion for sports and wellness—helping athletes optimize hydration, recovery, and kidney function for peak performance. Beyond her clinical work, she advocates for prevention and proactive health, empowering individuals to protect their kidneys through informed lifestyle choices. Her patient-centered, holistic approach has earned her respect among colleagues and athletes alike. Dr. Gheewala continues to educate and inspire through her practice, speaking engagements, and online platform, where she shares evidence-based insights on how balanced living supports kidney and overall health. Some of the topics we discussed were:Why sports nephrology is importantHow Dr. Gheewala's sports nephrology practice addresses the unique kidney health risks faced by athletesThe best strategies for pain management in athletes with kidney concernsHow to determine how hydrated you areHydrating with electrolyte rich fluids, not just water, during a marathonEarly red flags that kidneys might be under stressHow athletes or active adults returning from injury can protect their kidneys during recoveryOne daily habit that supports both kidney health and pain-free performanceHow best to hydrate depending on level of kidney functioning And more! Interested in learning more about my telehealth direct specialty care practice? At AmazVita Wellness MD, I help patients optimize weight and metabolic health, harmonize hormones in peri/menopause, and enhance wellness and vitality. Accepting new patients now.amazvitamd@gmail.com or text (530) 332-8573 Learn more about me or schedule a FREE coaching call:https://www.joyfulsuccessliving.com/ Join the Voices of Women Physicians Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/190596326343825/ Connect with Dr. Gheewala:Website: sportsnephrology.com Instagram: @thekidneyqueenmd TikTok: @sportskidneycoach Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KidneyQueenMD 

Most people think survival is about gear, but the real difference between barely coping and confidently leading in crisis comes down to one thing—how you use your mind. In this episode, discover why your brain is your most important survival tool, how skills multiply the power of every piece of equipment you own, and simple practice methods that turn panic into automatic, effective action. Walk away with a clearer, faith-filled perspective on preparedness—and one simple skill challenge you can start this week.✅ Today You'll DiscoverWhy expensive gear without knowledge still leaves you dangerously vulnerableHow your brain, not your bug-out bag, is your first and most critical line of defenseThe difference between owning tools and having the skills to actually use them under stressHow simple, regular practice builds muscle memory so you can act when others freezeQuick summary: Three ways to invest in your “survival brain”—learn, skill up, then drillImmediate action: Choose one new survival skill (fire, water, knots, or navigation) and practice it this weekBible wisdom: Proverbs 14:15—“The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps.”Practical application: Shift your prep budget—invest time in training and practice, not just more stuff✅ Discover More...⁠Tiny Survival Guide⁠⁠Tiny First Aid Guide⁠⁠Tiny Disaster Guide⁠Website: ⁠UltimateSurvivalTips.com⁠YouTube: ⁠Ultimate Survival Tips Channel⁠Instagram: ⁠@UltimateSurvivalTips⁠Facebook: ⁠Ultimate Survival Tips Community⁠

Send us a textMost women physicians don't need another goal-setting checklist.They need clarity, direction, and space to think.In this episode, Dr. Latifat shares why how you start the year matters more than how you end it especially when it comes to money, identity shifts, and long-term wealth.If you've ever:Rushed into January without a real resetSet financial goals that sounded good but didn't stickFelt quiet anxiety about money despite earning wellThis conversation is for you.You'll learn:Why unfinished financial thoughts create stressHow reflection creates momentum (not procrastination)What actually works for goal-setting as a busy physicianHow to step into 2026 grounded, clear, and ready to execute

Most people don't leave a job when they should—they leave when something finally forces them to. In this episode, we break down the predictable moments that push people to quit and how to change course before burnout, regret, or crisis hits. What You'll Learn Why most career changes happen years later than they need to The common life and work moments that finally make people quit How "comfort" quietly keeps you stuck in the wrong role What you can do to break the pattern and make an intentional change sooner Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit  happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over. Related Episodes Edna's Full Story Leaving a Misfit Job in Search of Career Fulfillment (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Breakdown on How Edna Quantified Her Strengths Using Strengths in Job Search: Surprising Results From Edna's Career Change Story (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Karen's Full Story Intentionally Changing Careers To Fit Your Life Design (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Breakdown of How Karen Shifted Her Identity (after it was holding her back) When Your Career No Longer Fits Your Life: How to Make a Meaningful Change (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Taking Control of Your Career When It's Harming Your Mental Health (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Temporary Blindness Due to Stress How to Get Into Management Consulting (or Your Consulting Business of Choice) (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) My personal story on gaining nearly 50 pounds and getting winded running up stairs - It's in the HTYC book. Experiencing Seizures From Lack of Sleep and Burnout Finding Fulfillment After Regretting a Career Change (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Other Resources Mentioned: Audiobook - https://happentoyourcareer.com/happen-to-your-career-audiobook/ 16 Career Change Catalysts: https://happentoyourcareer.com/16-career-change-catalysts/  

Are you feeling stuck in a problem—believing every scary thought, trying to “fix” your feelings, or spiraling into overthinking instead of moving forward?In this Secret Sangha episode (a new series from Diana's live community that she hosts weekly in Santa Barbara), Diana shows you how to build psychological flexibility so you can stay open, aware, and engaged—even when things are hard—and take small actions toward what matters most.Listen and learn:The 6 core skills of psychological flexibility and how they show up in real-life stressHow to relate to thoughts with more freedom: “thank you, mind”—without automatically following itA clear way to work with emotions when you're stuck in fixing or floodingHow small, values-based actions (even minuscule ones) expand the “world you're free to inhabit”You can also enjoy Diana's related meditation on by listening to Episode 180 Bonus Meditation: Flexibility.Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeOrder my book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course.Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2026!See Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter.Become a Wise Effort member to support the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and

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Episode Title: Never Rush Into a RelationshipPodcast: Getting Inside the Right Male MindHosts: Lisa Shield & Benjamin ShieldWhat This Episode Covers:In this episode, Lisa and Benjamin explain why intense chemistry is not a reliable indicator of long-term compatibility—and why so many people confuse emotional fireworks with real love.They explore:

In this episode, I address one of the most common and frustrating messages women hear when trying to conceive: that you must lose weight in order to get pregnant. I unpack the nuanced relationship between weight, metabolism, and fertility, drawing from research, clinical insight, and my work with clients, with a particular focus on PCOS, insulin resistance, and newer medical tools like GLP-1 medications. My goal is to move this conversation away from shame and oversimplification and toward clarity, empowerment, and true metabolic health.Listen in to hear me share:The connection between BMI and fertility outcomes, and why this doesn't tell the whole storyWhat actually drives fertility challenges, including insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, and stressHow improving diet, lifestyle, movement, and nervous system regulation can support fertility without obsessing over the number on the scaleWhy weight loss may happen as a side effect of treating the root cause of your fertility challengesMy thoughts on GLP-1 medications and fertility, including when they may be helpful, their limitations, and why habits still matterHow to reframe fertility support around nourishment, metabolic health, and long-term well-being, and why that shift can be so powerful+ so much moreConnect with Lauren:Get my FREE PCOS Guide hereJoin the Empowered Path to Pregnancy hereInstagramWork With MeThank you so much for listening to the About Health and Hormones Podcast! If you loved today's episode, I would love to know! Please leave a rating and review so I can make this podcast even better for you all. I would love to connect with you.I'm so glad you were here today, and I wish you all health and happiness!This episode was edited and produced by Intent Media.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode of SHE MD Podcast, Nikki Reed sits down with Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and Mary Alice Haney to discuss PCOS, stress, anxiety, fertility, and holistic approaches to women's health. They explore how chronic stress and hormonal imbalances influence symptoms, the importance of comprehensive hormone testing, and the limitations of relying solely on birth control as first-line therapy. Nikki shares her experience with integrative care and the impact of validation and listening in managing complex conditions like PCOS and endometriosis.Learn guidance on managing stress, understanding adrenal PCOS, identifying early signs of anxiety and depression, and supporting self-care and energy through lifestyle and supplementation. Nikki discusses her approach to wellness, the creation of The Absorption Company with Ian Somerhalder, and the importance of community and sustainability in health practices. The episode also touches on practical strategies for optimizing daily routines, mindful living, and holistic supplementation for healthcare workers and educators.Subscribe to SHE MD Podcast for expert tips on PCOS, Endometriosis, fertility, and hormonal balance. Share with friends and visit SHE MD website and Ovii for research-backed resources, holistic health strategies, and expert guidance on women's health and well-being.Sponsors:Premiere Protein: Find your favorite flavor at PremierProtein.com or at Amazon, Walmart, and other major retailers.Babbel: Babbel is offering our listeners 55% off of your Babbel subscription at Babble.com/SHEMD. Pique: Commit to intentional health. Unlock 20% off and establish your powerful foundation for sustained well-being at Piquelife.com/shemd. Graza: Take your food to the next level with Graza Olive Oil. Visit graza.co/SHEMD and use promo code SHEMD today for 10% off your first order.Osea: She MD listeners get 10% off your first order sitewide with code SHEMD at OSEAMalibu.comMidi: Visit JoinMIDI.com today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit.What You'll LearnHow stress and anxiety influence PCOS symptomsStrategies for managing adrenal PCOS and chronic stressHow to support self-care, energy, and holistic wellnessPractical approaches to supplementation and mindful livingKey Timestamps00:00 Introduction02:43 Why Nikki needed to step away from acting05:20 Nikki's sustainable jewelry brand Bayou With Love07:15 The strange health crisis that led to The Absorption Company12:45 Merging together integrative and Western medicine16:30 How The Absorption Company is creating wellness that women deserve27:30 Nikki's home birth and understanding the differences between home and hospital birth39:30 Integrating doctors and midwives for more well rounded care41:00 Difference between midwives and doctors51:20 Responsibly navigating the world of social media for children and teens56:45 Why women's health needs more support 1:07:33 How women are dismissed with their health concerns01:12:03 Three symptoms for PCOS diagnosis01:14:40 Discussion on adrenal PCOS 01:20:06 Final reflections and closing thanks to women using their platforms to make changeKey TakeawaysPCOS and chronic stress are interconnected with anxiety, fertility, and overall wellnessListening to patients and validating experiences improves care and mental healthLifestyle, mindfulness, and supplements can support holistic wellnessCommunity, sustainability, and practical self-care are essential for long-term healthGuest BioNikki Reed is the co-founder of The Absorption Company, an actress, environmentalist, and lifelong health and wellness enthusiast. Driven by a passion for optimizing how we fuel our bodies, she co-founded The Absorption Company with her husband, Ian Somerhalder, to create supplements formulated for superior absorption. Nikki is also the founder of Bayou, her sustainable fine jewelry brand committed to ethical craftsmanship. She is dedicated to sustainability, mindful living, and holistic health in business and daily life.Links:

Send us a textIn this episode of The Nourished Nervous System, I'm joined by Dr. Nima Rahmany, chiropractor, educator, and creator of the Becoming Trigger-Proof methodology, for a deep and illuminating conversation about people pleasing, trauma responses, attachment patterns, and how nervous system healing transforms our relationships — with others and with ourselves.Dr. Nima shares his personal journey from chiropractic care into somatic psychology and attachment work, shaped by his own experiences with ruptured relationships, trauma bonding, and nervous system dysregulation. Together, we explore how stress, chronic illness, burnout, and relational conflict often stem from self-abandonment learned early in life — and how healing begins by turning inward.This conversation weaves somatic awareness, polyvagal theory, shadow work, and attachment theory into a compassionate framework for understanding why so many of us struggle with boundaries, resentment, and emotional exhaustion.In this episode, we explore:The fawn response and how people pleasing develops as a survival strategyWhy self-abandonment often leads to burnout, autoimmunity, and chronic stressHow childhood attachment wounds show up in adult relationships and parentingThe difference between being boundaryless, walled-off, and elegantly boundariedWhy resentment builds when we ignore our body's “no”How shadow work helps us reclaim disowned parts of ourselvesA somatic approach to working with triggers in real timeWhat it actually means to be “regulated” — and why regulation doesn't mean being calm all the timeHow to build resilience by increasing your capacity to feel, rather than suppress, emotionDr. Nima also walks us through a powerful, embodied example of how triggers with our children or partners can become doorways to healing unmet needs within ourselves — offering a practical, compassionate roadmap for rupture and repair.This episode is especially supportive if you:Identify as a people pleaser or “the strong one”Struggle with guilt around saying noFeel chronically depleted despite doing “all the right things”Are navigating parenting, partnership, or work stressSense that your nervous system is asking for a different way of relatingResources mentioned:WebsiteDr. Nima Rahmany's Attachment Style QuizThe Trigger-Proof ExperienceFacebookResources:Ayurvedic Dosha Quick Reference Guide Abhyanga Self Massage Guide Weekend Nervous System Reset Nourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

What if your clients' chronic fatigue, mood swings, or fertility struggles weren't just biochemical but bioenergetic? In this episode of ReInvent Healthcare, we dive into a groundbreaking view of hormone balance that goes beyond nutrition and labs. Dr Ritamarie and Dr. Larisa Sharipova share how frequencies, emotions, and subtle energy patterns influence the body's hormonal resilience and how practitioners can tap into this powerful layer of healing.What's Inside This Episode?Why some people don't respond to “perfect protocols” and what may be missingHow emotional stagnation blocks hormone signals at the energetic levelThe role of bioenergetic scanning in identifying hidden stressorsEarly signs of energetic hormone imbalance you won't see on bloodworkWhat frequency medicine has to do with menopause, infertility, and chronic stressHow detoxification looks different when you scan the body's energy terrainReal case examples where energetic shifts triggered rapid healingThe daily habits that regulate energy flow and restore hormonal balanceA mindset shift to help your people move from burnout to bioenergetic balanceResources and Links:Download the Transcript hereDownload our FREE Guide: Strategies for Enhancing Energy MetabolismJoin the Next-Level Health Practitioner Facebook group here for free resources and community supportVisit INEMethod.com for advanced health practitioner training and tools to elevate your clinical skills and grow your practice by getting life-changing results. Check out other podcast episodes hereGuest Resources and LinksFind Dr Larisa at dr-larisa.com and harmonicalignment.coDownload her Free Gift: Energy4Life eBookFind...

If you're a high-achieving woman who knows what her body needs — better sleep, regular meals, boundaries, nervous system support — but still can't seem to follow through, this episode is for you.In this conversation, I break down why “just do it” stops working when you're depleted, over-functioning, or living in survival mode. We explore the real reason information doesn't translate into change, the nervous system science behind self-sabotage, and why your body often chooses familiar discomfort over unfamiliar ease.This episode is about closing the gap between knowing and doing — not with more willpower, but by working with your nervous system instead of against it.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARNWhy knowing what your body needs doesn't automatically lead to changeWhat the “implementation gap” really is — and why it widens under chronic stressHow functional freeze, fawn, and fight-or-flight show up in high-achieving womenWhy your nervous system resists even positive changeHow depletion becomes a protective state that keeps you small, unseen, or safeThe connection between nervous system dysregulation, chronic fatigue, and weight loss resistanceWhy your body prefers familiar discomfort over unfamiliar easeHow identity — not discipline — determines long-term follow-throughA simple nervous system regulation practice you can use immediatelyWhat actually creates sustainable energy, clarity, and capacity heading into 2026TIMESTAMPS00:09 — Why knowing what to do isn't the problem 01:26 — My 40-day nervous system streak and why consistency didn't stick before 03:35 — Over-functioning, caretaking, and avoiding yourself 05:58 — Functional freeze: doing everything except what actually helps 08:14 — Why information feels safe and implementation feels risky 10:50 — Fight-or-flight: wired, exhausted, and unable to rest 13:00 — Shutdown and depletion: when everything feels like moving through mud 14:05 — Familiar discomfort vs. unfamiliar ease 15:45 — How depletion protects you from visibility, growth, and risk 19:51 — A simple nervous system regulation practice 22:15 — Inside the From Overworked to Optimized workshop 26:00 — How to start closing the gap between knowing and doingRESOURCES MENTIONEDFrom Overworked to Optimized — 3-Day Workshop (January 6–8) A live, paid workshop for high-achieving women ready to move from awareness into real implementation. You'll learn:Nervous system foundations for daily regulationNutrition for steady energy and hormonal supportHow to build boundaries that make follow-through possibleReplays included. Sign up at: mindfullywell.com/optimizedThe Resourced Morning Routine (FREE) A simple, practical morning guide to help your body shift out of stress and into regulation before the day begins.https://mindfullywell.com/morningCONNECT WITH MEInstagram: @melissa_eichWebsite: mindfullywell.comKEYWORDS FOR THIS EPISODEknowing but not doingimplementation gapnervous system regulationfunctional freezehigh-achieving women burnoutchronic fatigue and stresswhy willpower doesn't worknervous system and identitycapacity building for womenstress physiologyweight loss resistance and stressbody-led business sustainable energyfemale founder nervous systemregulating before respondingfrom overworked to optimized

Why Finishing Open Loops Gives You More Energy (Especially at Year-End)As the year comes to a close, most of us feel a subtle mental weight — not from what's ahead, but from all the loose ends still lingering behind us.Half-finished tasks…Unspoken conversations…Projects we started but never completed…Those “open loops” silently drain your energy, split your focus, and make it harder to step into a new year feeling clear, aligned, and motivated.In this episode, we talk about why closing open loops frees mental and emotional bandwidth, and how finishing even small, lingering tasks can give you back clarity, confidence, and momentum going into January.You'll learn:What the Zeigarnik Effect is and how it explains your mental fatigueWhy unfinished tasks create tension and invisible stressHow open loops steal energy you need for a fresh startCommon loops most successful women carry into the new yearWhy closing even ONE loop today builds massive momentumIf you want 2025 (or whatever year you're entering next) to feel lighter, sharper, and aligned — start by clearing the mental clutter of the past year.Close what needs closing. Release what no longer fits. And enter the next season without dragging the old one behind you.Ready to uncover YOUR open loops?Take my Clutter Clarity Quiz and pinpoint the exact types of clutter draining your energy — so you know what's worth finishing before the year ends.

The Culture of Celebration Series As the winter season unfolds, many classrooms begin to feel a little cattywampus. Schedules shift, energy runs high, budgets feel tight, and the pressure to “make it magical” can quickly become overwhelming.In this episode of The Culture Centered Classroom, Jocelynn introduces The Joy Budget a reframe that reminds educators that the most meaningful celebrations do not require money, elaborate plans, or Pinterest worthy perfection. Instead, they are built on connection, care, cultural competence, and co creation.This episode builds directly on the first three episodes of the series, offering practical, zero cost strategies for honoring diverse traditions, sustaining joy, and strengthening classroom community during the winter months.In This Episode You Will ExploreWhy celebration does not need a financial budgetJocelynn reframes celebration as a practice rooted in relationship rather than resources, emphasizing that connection is the true currency of joy.How cultural competence guides winter celebrationsThis episode revisits the idea that culture is not decoration and that honoring diverse observances requires intention, humility, and care rather than surface level activities.The power of co creation during the holiday seasonBy inviting students into planning and decision making, educators reduce their own workload while honoring student agency and belonging.Zero cost celebration ideas aligned with the AnchorED for Achievement frameworkYou will hear practical examples includingCo creation audits The Global Light ShareAffirmation artifactsCelebration dance breaksCommunity norms reflection circlesEach idea is grounded in agency, empowerment, community, hope, and reflection.Why joy is a strategic practice not a seasonal eventJocelynn connects these practices to long term culture building, showing how intentional celebration strengthens equity, belonging, and emotional safety.Reflection Questions for EducatorsWhat does celebration currently cost me in time, energy, or stressHow can I shift from planning for students to co creating with themWhich traditions or celebrations feel meaningful in my classroom and which feel performativeHow does cultural competence influence the way I approach winter celebrationsWhat joyful practices should carry beyond this season and into everyday classroom lifeResources MentionedBack to School Series Freebie Lesson 1 from The First 10 Days Building Classroom Belonging customteachingsolutions.com/btsfreeFocus Word Reflection Kit Available in the Virtual Learning Library and on Teachers Pay Teachers

This week on Hurdle, Emily is joined by Elyse Kopecky—three-time New York Times best-selling author, educator, and co-author of the Run Fast, Eat Slow cookbook series with Olympian Shalane Flanagan—for a conversation that dives deep into the power of real food and the journey of turning personal struggle into a successful, mission-driven career. Elyse opens up about her intense personal history with a low-fat diet mentality as a young athlete, which led to severe health complications like athletic amenorrhea, low bone density, and stress fractures. She shares the pivotal moment in her 30s—while living abroad—when she realized that simply introducing healthy fats like butter and high-quality dairy allowed her body to heal and regulate naturally. We discuss the key to her philosophy: Indulgent Nourishment, which promotes celebrating whole, delicious food as the true opposite of deprivation. Elyse shares why focusing on real food, rather than counting macros or calories, is the best path to a healthier life. We also dive into the non-negotiable role healthy fats play in hormonal and brain health, how to spot misleading packaging on food labels, and the truth about high-protein fads and refined white flour. She also talks about the full-circle journey of leaving a successful corporate career at Nike to go to culinary school, and ultimately launching her own company. OFFERYou can snag a coupon code for 15% off your Superhero Muffins order by using HURDLE15 at checkout, here. QUOTABLE MOMENTS “Raising kids that are watching me do something that I’m so passionate about is the biggest gift of all in this whole career journey.” “I think so many Americans have no idea how good you can feel.” On her philosophy: "You don't need to stress about like measuring things and counting macros, all you need to do is get in your kitchen and cook." “Real food does not cause weight gain. Let’s just like stop even thinking that.” On the longevity of her message: "I think that's why our books continue to sell well is because the nutrition messaging is still upholding 10 years later." “You’ll have a horrible stomach ache if you eat when you’re super stressed.” On her pivot: "I think if I had known what I know now about the world of grocery and retail and how complex it is, I probably never would have started the company. But I think it's always been my thing like I jump into it." On the surprising benefit of her injury struggles: “Sometimes those lowest points of your life ... will teach you the biggest lessons. So your low points or your failures can become your greatest success in life.” IN THIS EPISODE Pivoting to CPG: The decision to launch the direct-to-consumer Superhero Muffins baking mix. The Low-Fat Lie: Elyse's experience suffering from athletic amenorrhea, low bone density, and stress fractures due to not eating enough healthy fats. The Power of Real Fat: Why healthy fats (like butter and olive oil) are essential for hormone balance, brain health, satiation, and absorbing fat-soluble vitamins. Dieting & Deprivation: How to shift the mindset from deprivation to "Indulgent Nourishment". Label Literacy: What red flags to look for on ingredient lists, including artificial sugars, refined flours, natural flavorings, and cheap protein fillers like refined gluten. Protein Obsession: Why high-protein diets are often overdone and the importance of balanced meals that include healthy fats and complex carbohydrates. Gut Health & Stress: How high stress and not eating during a "rest and digest" state can destroy your digestion and prevent nutrient absorption. Stress Combatting Tip: Using movement—like a short walk or quick sprint—to lower cortisol levels before sitting down for a meal. The Entrepreneurial Grind: The challenges of launching a small food brand against major competitors with large marketing budgets. Career Resilience: The journey from a successful career at Nike, to a culinary school detour, and finally finding her passion. SOCIAL@elysekopecky@hurdlepodcast@emilyabbate@iheartwomenssports JOIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Hurdle IG Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SIGN UP: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Hurdle Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to with your questions! Emily answers them every Friday on the show. Listen to Hurdle with Emily Abbate on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Natalie Crawford, OBGYN and REI, sits down with licensed acupuncturist Sadie Minkoff to discuss how acupuncture fits into the bigger picture of hormones, stress, and fertility. They explore how this approach can work alongside traditional medical care so you can feel more informed and less alone on your fertility journey. Key Topics: 1. What Acupuncture Really Is - Rethinking what “needles” actually mean in this setting - Seeing acupuncture as part of a larger, whole‑body system - How this approach aims to gently “nudge” the body 2. Fertility, Hormones, and Stress - How stress and inflammation can interfere with hormones and ovulation - Ways acupuncture may calm the nervous system and support balance - Why “normal tests” don't always mean your body feels normal 3. Using Acupuncture on the Fertility Journey - How it can be used when TTC spontaneously, with IUI, or with IVF - Why timing sessions around your cycle and treatments can matter - How it may support egg quality, implantation, and early pregnancy 4. Finding Care and Knowing Your Options - What to look for in a fertility‑focused acupuncturist - What a typical first visit and follow‑up might look like - Options if you can't access in‑person care, including at‑home support Check out Sadie's Practice Website https://reproductiveacupuncture.com/ Follow Sadie's Practice on IG @sageacupunctureaustin Pre-order Dr. Crawford's debut book, The Fertility Formula, now! ⁠https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book⁠ Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive updates, Q&A, special content, and freebies If you haven't already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@nataliecrawfordmd,⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fora Fertility. Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode! This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network! Learn more about Pinnacle at http://learnatpinnacle.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we're talking about the other B-word… Budgeting — but before you roll your eyes, stick with me, because my guests Shana and Vanessa (aka the Budget Besties) are flipping everything you think you know about budgets on its head.These two are best friends turned financial coaches who teach ambitious women how to automate their money without shame, spreadsheets, or sacrifice. Honestly? Sign me up. Those are all things I actively avoid.In this episode, we unpack their simple, stunningly effective system that turns your bank into your own personal assistant — so you can pay your bills, enjoy your life, and still splurge on the bougie things without relying on credit cards.They break down why most women believe they're “bad with money” (spoiler: you aren't), how modern financial life has become way too complicated, and how a budget — done their way — actually gives you permission to spend.We get into:Why money problems aren't about overspending… they're about disorganizationHow to set up a one-page budget that mimics your real lifeWhy separating accounts is the key to reducing stressHow automation replaces willpowerWhat entrepreneurs especially need to understand about stabilizing incomeThe mindset shift that helps you drop shame and start dreaming againIf money has ever felt overwhelming, guilt-inducing, or chaotic, this conversation is going to breathe oxygen back into your confidence.

Welcome to Day 3 of the 12 Days of Fit-mas mini-series!Today we're focusing on one of the simplest habits you can use to reduce stress, boost energy, and improve consistency during the holiday season: walk before you scroll.Before the emails, the notifications, and the morning chaos, giving your body just a few minutes of movement can completely change the tone of your day. This episode breaks down why morning movement matters-especially for women over 40-and how even a short walk can help improve mood, focus, and appetite regulation.This isn't about adding another workout to your schedule. It's about starting your day with intention instead of overwhelm.In this episode, you'll learn:Why scrolling first thing in the morning increases stressHow a short walk supports energy and mindsetSimple ways to make morning movement realisticHow this habit helps you make better choices all day longFive minutes. No pressure. Big impact.Join us in the Inspire Fitness program: Use the link here: https://inspirehw.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fit.nutritionist?igsh=MTJqZXhjODR2ZzduaA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Casey.Young.RD.CPT?mibextid=LQQJ4d

In this episode I share how I finally overcame decades of chronic stress. You will learn what stress really is on both a biological and psychological level, how your mindset shapes your stress response, and how simple tools can shift you out of fight or flight and into clarity. I also break down the neuroscience of stress, the power of stress mindset theory, and why belief in your capacity to cope matters more than you think. This episode will teach you how to create space between stimulus and response, regulate your nervous system in the moment, and rewire your identity as someone who can handle stress.What You Will LearnHow the brain and body respond to stressWhy mindset affects your biologyThe difference between stress as danger and stress as activationHow to regulate your nervous system quicklyA simple three step framework to interrupt chronic stressHow to build belief in your ability to handle challengesHow to lower your overall stress waterline and expand your capacity

Your annual labs can reveal far more than most people realize—if you know how to interpret them. In this episode of A Whole New Level, Dr. Rich Joseph walks through how to read basic blood work like the CBC, electrolytes, and urinalysis, and how to use those numbers as feedback loops, not pass/fail judgments.He explains which values matter most, what trends reveal over time, and how to connect lab data to sleep, training, nutrition, and stress.What the Complete Blood Count (CBC) actually measuresHow to identify early signs of iron or B-vitamin deficiencyWhat white blood cell patterns reveal about immunity and stressHow electrolytes reflect cellular energy, hydration, and training loadWhy urinalysis is underrated (and how to read it quickly)How to use lab trends—not single snapshots—to guide health decisionsSign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl

Episode OverviewIn this powerful episode, Kristen explores a deeper layer of hustle culture—one most people never identify: hustle as a survival response. Drawing from personal experiences, trauma-informed coaching, and neuroscience, she unpacks how our nervous systems are often running the show without us even realizing it.You'll learn why high-performers hit burnout despite consuming all the right strategies, and how unaddressed stress patterns are sabotaging our leadership, productivity, and peace. Kristen also introduces the four main survival responses (fight, flight, freeze, and fawn) and how they show up in real life, business, parenting, and more.Whether you feel stuck in cycles of burnout, perfectionism, or chronic overworking—this episode will help you understand the real driver behind those patterns and how to finally change them.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy hustle is often a survival strategy, not a strategy for successThe neuroscience behind why we freeze, overwork, or people-please under stressHow early childhood experiences shaped your default stress responseThe difference between reaction and response—and why it mattersWhy information alone isn't enough: the gap between knowledge and actionHow to begin regulating your nervous system in real-timeTimestamps00:00 – Intro: Life as a sideline sports mom02:00 – Recapping the three-part healing series03:30 – The survival response hidden inside hustle culture04:35 – Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and how it shows up in business05:28 – The real reason we stay stuck in reactivity loops06:35 – Looking for security in external outcomes (and why it backfires)07:30 – Childhood experiences that shaped our nervous systems08:20 – Example: scarcity, chaos, and “fighting for the meat”10:00 – Why children default to shame without external narration11:00 – How childhood survival strategies bleed into adulthood12:00 – What your frontal lobe does—and why it goes offline under stress13:00 – The “infobesity epidemic” and why personal development isn't working14:50 – The two speeds we operate in: 0 or 100 mph15:45 – Nervous system regulation is the real key to high performance16:30 – What triggers actually feel like in the body (even online)17:48 – Our brain's obsession with certainty and black-and-white thinking19:00 – One grounding question to ask when you're spiraling20:25 – Kristen's own journey with chronic dysregulation and burnout21:27 – The four major nervous system stress responses explained22:30 – Fight: control as a form of safety23:34 – Freeze: perfectionism, overthinking, and inability to start24:30 – Fawn: people-pleasing as emotional self-preservation25:45 – How to create safety for others with different responses26:20 – Social media and collective dysregulation27:15 – Rear lobe vs. frontal lobe thinking28:00 – From reaction to conscious response: the real work29:10 – One simple regulation tool to start using today30:00 – Regulating ≠ never being triggered—it's about knowing what to do31:00 – Why this conversation is the future of personal development32:03 – Take the new stress type quiz + download the full 26-page reportKey TakeawaysMost people are unknowingly operating from survival mode every dayYour nervous system is either helping or hijacking your decision-makingHigh performers are often stuck in hustle loops not from laziness, but from dysregulationTrue transformation doesn't happen from learning more—it happens when we can apply what we know, and...