Podcasts about very happy stories

In this insightful episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, host Rich Johannesen and special guest co-host Liza Blas sit down with Shawn Mastria, a former cybersecurity expert turned autism researcher. Shawn shares his personal journey from working in government and Fortune 500 companies to becoming deeply involved in regressive autism research due to his and his daughter's health challenges. This episode explores the intersections of Lyme disease, mold exposure, and regressive autism, providing valuable insights for those navigating similar health landscapes. Episode Highlights: Introduction to Shawn Mastria: Shawn introduces himself and discusses his extensive background in cybersecurity, including work with the government and Fortune 100 and 500 companies. He also shares the pivotal moment that shifted his focus from technology to autism research. Life Changes and New Directions: Shawn describes the health issues he and his daughter experienced that led him to dive deep into regressive autism research, leaving behind his cybersecurity career. Guest Introduction - Liza: Liza, a former podcast host of "Very Happy Stories," joins the conversation, bringing her own experience and perspective on community support and her new venture with Dr. Bill Rawls and the Vital Plan team. The Role of Community in Healing: Rich and Matt discuss the importance of community in the healing journey and introduce their new YouTube channel, emphasizing the need for careful selection of supportive communities. Shawn's Early Life and Lyme Exposure: Shawn shares his childhood experiences growing up in Maryland, where tick bites were a common occurrence. He recalls his initial ignorance about Lyme disease and the symptoms he developed after a bite that went unnoticed. From Cybersecurity to Autism Research: Detailing his early career, Shawn talks about his achievements in cybersecurity before a significant health event redirected his focus towards autism research and advocacy. The Onset of Symptoms and Initial Misdiagnoses: Shawn discusses the early symptoms he and his daughter experienced, including fatigue and hand issues, and the challenges of getting an accurate diagnosis from conventional doctors. The Connection Between Lyme Disease and Autism: Shawn provides insights into how Lyme disease and mold exposure may contribute to regressive autism, differentiating between autism and regressive autism. Understanding Mold and Its Impact on Health: Shawn delves into the effects of mold toxins on the human body, particularly in relation to Lyme disease and regressive autism, and shares his personal experience with mold remediation in his home. The Journey to Healing: Discussing various treatments and interventions, Shawn shares what has worked for his family and emphasizes the importance of a tailored approach to health recovery. Advice for Parents and Caregivers: Shawn offers advice for parents, especially fathers, on how to be more engaged and supportive in the health journeys of their children with autism and Lyme disease. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with your community. Your support helps us reach more people with valuable information and stories about Lyme disease and tick-borne illnesses.

Liza Blas pulls back the curtain on her personal healing journey and how her healing played a pivotal role in the healing of her children. She walks us through the importance of accountability, leaning into uncomfortable emotions, and how we have to feel it to heal it. Listen in as Liza shares her story of uncovering happiness and the steps she's developed to help others move from grievance to gratitude to find healing from within.Liza Blas is the podcast host of Very Happy Stories, as well as a healing empowerment coach. Her two kids struggled with many conditions including anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and psychiatric conditions. Just when she thought life couldn't get any harder, the universe dropped a big ole' lemon on her when both of her kids were diagnosed with Lyme disease. She healed her children by healing herself first. Thankfully her children both recovered. Now, Liza mentors and educates other moms who are struggling with similar life circumstances. Her mission is to raise awareness of root cause illnesses and to help mothers navigate this complex journey.Connect with Liza:Website: www.veryhappystories.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Podcast: https://www.veryhappystories.com/podcastLink in Bio: https://linktr.ee/veryhappystories

In this special episode, Liza shares details of her daughter's story and how she healed herdaughter (Ava) from Lyme, Tick-Borne Diseases and PANS (Pediatric Acute-onsetNeuropsychiatric Syndrome) over the course of three years. Through this unique interview, Lizachronicles the many different phases of the journey, which first started with psychiatricpresentations including anxiety, OCD and an eating disorder. Together, mother and daughterdiscuss the many different treatments Ava used to battle her every-changing conditionsincluding chronic fatigue, psychosis, joint pain, and even seizure-like episodes. Some of thetreatments they shed light on include partial hospitalization programs, family therapy,antibiotics, whole body hyperthermia, IVIG and herbalprotocols.Listen to this story from the lens of the child too, as Ava shares the emotional strain of specificprograms and the healing tools that worked best for her–the patient. Together, they share thegood, the bad and the ugly.Ultimately,they share their Gratitude and their family's very happy story.Vital Plan Herbs :In this episode, we testify to our personal benefits of being on Vital Plan Herbs. If you would like to try Vital Plan please use our discount code for 15% savings. Our code is VERYHAPPY15. Click here to access the Vital Plan Shop by Dr. Bill Rawls. The products we are currently on include Immune Boost Bundle Herbs and Mitochondrial Support.Connect with Liza Online :Liza's Personal and Group Coaching https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter www.veryhappystories.comGrateful for our sponsor : Green Valley NutritionHave you heard of all natural CBD products by Green Valley Nutrition? This company was founded by an entrepreneur who overcame PANDAS. Get 20% off. Click the link below and use the code VERYHAPPY.https://greenvalleynutrition.com/Very Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme community that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment > click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants > click here for GRANTSSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Liza and I discuss the depths of chronic illness.Many of those with a chronic illness struggle to have family and friends understand their pain, and carers can even get a little burnt out. Liza shares her awakening journey and how she became an empowered carer by helping her children heal from Chronic Lyme Disease and PANS.  Liza Blas is the podcast host of Very Happy Stories. She is also a healing empowerment coach for moms.  She is a true inspiration, so be ready for goosebumps!Bring a pen & paper for notes.GRAB MY FREE nervous system RESETWATCH THIS ON YOUTUBEFollow me for root causes of imbalances, health, mindset and Self Help:INSTAGRAMTIKTOKTWITTERYOUTUBEBook a session:https://msha.ke/biancasholisticwayhttps://biancasholisticway.squarespace.com/our-servicesREMEMBER, YOU GOT THIS; WE GOT THISIF YOU LOVED THIS EPISODE, Please share it with a friend, subscribe or leave a review so others can find this podcast too. Email: biancasholisticway@hotmail.comSPONSORED BY: https://www.coffeeenemasolution.com.au/ Bianca's Holistic way podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility or any liability, loss caused directly or indirectly as a result of any understanding, interpretation,  application of the information presented.COPYRIGHT MATERIAL.

Healing Our Kids from Lyme and Mold, an Interview with Dr. Diane MuellerYour big questions on Lyme and mold are answered in this episode with Dr. Diane Mueller. Dr. Diane Mueller is a Naturopathic Doctor, author and founder of My Lyme Doc. Dr Mueller also recovered from Lyme disease, Mold illness and IBS. Living with chronic conditions like Lyme Disease and Mold Illness can be a daily battle one that can leave you feeling hopeless and alone, especially if your child is impacted.You or your child may have been misdiagnosed, underdiagnosed, or told that everything is fine when it's not. It's a frustrating and overwhelming experience, one that can make you question if you'll ever find relief. In this episode Dr. Mueller provides answers to so many questions that parents are asking including:When should you test your child for mold illness or Lyme?Should you test at the same time?What are the biggest symptoms we see in children cause it's not a bullseye rash?How can we determine root causes for illness?What does Lyme treatment look like and what are the expectations when treating a child?What is the process for treating multiple co-infections and mold?Is changing lifestyle a realistic factor for families?How do we heal our children?If you need clarity and a healthy “mindset reset” in your journey, tune into this important episode.About Dr. Diane Mueller:Website: www.MyLymeDoc.comVideo eBook: https://mylymedoc.com/video-book/“It's Not In Your Mind” book on Amazon Connect with Liza Online:Liza's Personal and Group Coaching - https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter - www.veryhappystories.comGrateful for our sponsor - Green Valley NutritionHave you heard of all- natural CBD products by Green Valley Nutrition? This company was founded by an entrepreneur who overcame PANDAS. Get 20% off. Click the link below and use the code VERYHAPPY.https://greenvalleynutrition.com/Very Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme communit y that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment > click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants >click here for GRANTS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever heard of someone being allergic to red meat? Alpha-Gal Syndrome (ASG) is commonly known as the red meat allergy, but it's much more than that. Alpha-Gal Syndrome is an illness transmitted by a tick where you become allergic to mammal meat and mammal byproducts. Symptoms range from itchiness to vomiting to anaphylaxis. Although there is a simple blood test for Alpha-Gal Syndrome, there is a significant lack in awareness, even in the medical community. This illness mimics Lyme disease and on average takes seven years to get properly diagnosed. What's more, it affects your entire way of life, as mammal byproducts are often found in EVERYTHING.This empowering conversation addresses acceptance and grief and how to experience joy in life despite feeling robbed of the joy in your life. In this episode, Liza speaks with Two Alpha Gals, Debbie and Candice. After years of physical pain, serious GI issues and ongoing mystery illness, both gals were diagnosed with Alpha-Gal Syndrome. Learn how these Two Alpha Gals (who are chefs and foodies) found their way to empowerment through the process of grief, acceptance and embracing their newfound lifestyle. This is a feel-good, inspirational episode and a Very Happy Story. Connect with Two Alpha GalsCandice Matthis and Debbie Nichols started blogging as Two Alpha Gals after they were diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome in 2018 and 2019. Since then, they've been sharing tips and tricks on navigating life while living with the condition they contracted from ticks that makes them allergic to mammal meat and mammal byproducts. With appearances in The Atlantic and on The Today Show, The Skimm, Tick Boot Camp, and many other national and international podcasts and publications, Candice and Debbie continue to raise awareness of what it's like to live with alpha-gal syndrome without sacrificing joy.Both women live with their families and a ridiculous number of pets in the New River Valley of Virginia where they love to enjoy the beautiful outdoors.https://www.twoalphagals.com/https://www.instagram.com/twoalphagals/Testing for Alpha-Gal Syndrome:A simple blood test can check for Alpha-Gal Syndrome. Ask your PCP or allergist to do a simple blood test. The 2023 diagnosis code to test for alpha-Gal syndrome is: ICD-10-CM Z91.014.Connect with Liza Online:Liza's Personal and Group Coaching - https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter – www.veryhappystories.comGrateful for our sponsor - Green Valley NutritionHave you heard of all-natural CBD products by Green Valley Nutrition? This company was founded by an entrepreneur who overcame PANDAS. Get 20% off. Click the link below and use the code VERYHAPPY.https://greenvalleynutrition.com/Very Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme community that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment > click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants > click here for GRANTS See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do some people recover from Lyme or chronic illness faster than others? What are the tactics to get to remission? What is the recipe? The answers are in this episode. Liza interviews Josh and Joe, co-founders of The Healing Dudes, a platform dedicated to promoting mind-body healing for individuals struggling with chronic illness. With a passion for empowering people to take control of their health, Josh and Joe offer 30-day boot camps and one-on-one guidance to help individuals on their journey to healing. Through their own personal experiences, Josh and Joe aim to inspire and support others in their quest for wellness. Learn the practical tactics to accelerate your healing. You'll also hear the personal stories of Josh and Joe and how they beat Lyme and mental health struggles, even though relapsing episodes. Push past your personal limitations and do it in community because at the end of the day, we heal ourselves. Connect with the Healing DudesJosh and Joe are the co-founders of The Healing Dudes, a platform dedicated to promoting mind-body healing for individuals struggling with chronic illness. With a passion for empowering people to take control of their health, they offer 30-day boot camps and one-on-one guidance to help individuals on their journey to healing. Through their own personal experiences, Josh and Joe aim to inspire and support others in their quest for wellness.https://www.instagram.com/thehealingdudes/Connect with Liza Online:Liza's Personal and Group Coaching - https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter – www.veryhappystories.comGrateful for our sponsor - Green Valley NutritionHave you heard of all-natural CBD products by Green Valley Nutrition? This company was founded by an entrepreneur who overcame PANDAS. Get 20% off. Click the link below and use the code VERYHAPPY.https://greenvalleynutrition.com/Very Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme community that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment > click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants > click here for GRANTSSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who's ready for some peace in your parenting world? Liza's guest is Iris Chen, author of Untigering: Peaceful Parenting for the Deconstructing Tiger Parent. Iris Chen is a peaceful parenting advocate, unschooler, and founder of the Untigering movement. She started out as an authoritarian tiger mom whose goal was to raise obedient and high-achieving children. When her attempts to control and mold them only led to constant tantrums and never-ending conflict, she knew something needed to change… and it wasn't her children. Through her writing and speaking, Iris now shares her journey of healing and shifting from power-over to power-with in her relationship with her children. Her mission is to inspire and support others to make the shift, especially among Asian communities.In this episode, Liza and Iris unpack the healing benefits of Peaceful Parenting, Unschooling and the transformational process involved in healing ourselves through our parenting journeys. Untigering is a movement that strengthens the foundation of families today. Whether your family is healing or seeking more space, more connection, more empowerment, listen to this inspiring episode and very happy story.Connect with Liza's guest, Iris Chenuntigering@gmail.comwww.untigering.comhttps://www.facebook.com/untigeringhttps://www.instagram.com/untigering/https://twitter.com/untigeringConnect with Liza Online:Liza's Personal and Group Coaching - https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter – www.veryhappystories.comGrateful for our sponsor - Green Valley NutritionHave you heard of all-natural CBD products by Green Valley Nutrition? This company was founded by an entrepreneur who overcame PANDAS. Get 20% off. Click the link below and use the code VERYHAPPY.https://greenvalleynutrition.com/Very Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme community that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment > click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants > click here for GRANTSSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fact...Most doctors don't know how to heal our children. They may offer relief from symptoms, prescribe a medication and/or help boost our child's deficiencies. But very few experts can tell you why your child has a disorder and how to heal from it. Today, Liza shares answers. She interviews Dr. Robert Melillo who reveals why our children present with so many disorders and how we can help them recover from brain imbalances and the many disconnections happening in the brain.DR. ROBERT MELILLO is one of the most respected specialists in childhood neurological disorders in the world. Dr. Robert Melillo has been helping children and adults overcome learning disabilities for over 30 years. His areas of expertise include autism spectrum disorders, PDD/NOS, ADD/ADHD, OCD, dyslexia, Asperger's, Tourette's, bipolar disorder, and other mental, attention, behavioral and learning disorders. He is also an expert in diet, nutrition, and neuroimmune disorders in children and adults.This is an important episode if you want to understand why your children are struggling and how you can help them from a foundational level – not just a band-aid remedy. Best of all, Dr. Melillo presents his research and findings in ways that we can truly comprehend. There is hope mama! Dr. Melillo will help you connect all the dots. Connect with Liza's Guest:www.drrobertmelillo.comDr. Robert Melillo is one of the world's most sought after and respected experts in Developmental Functional Neurology, Brain Imbalances, hemispheric integration and the correction of most neurobehavioral disorders and learning disabilities. In 2006, he created Brain Balance Achievement Centers which has approximately 150 centers and has helped tens of thousands of families. He is a prolific author and brain researcher and coauthored approximately 20 chapters in other texts on various subjects related to Dyslexia, Attention, Frontal Lobe Development and approximately 50 peer reviewed papers. In addition, Dr. Melillo has also written 5 best-selling books including his best-known Disconnected Kids which has been translated into 10 languages. He has presented at numerous scientific and clinical conferences around the world and has taught his own course in a post graduate level for over 20 years as an Associate Professor of Developmental Disabilities at National University of Health Sciences. Dr. Melillo has multiple graduate degrees in Chiropractic, Neurology, Neuroscience and Clinical Rehabilitation Neuropsychology. He has now created the Melillo Center for Developing Minds and see's patients in private practice all over the globe both adults and children.Follow Dr. Melillo on InstagramConnect with Liza Online:Liza's Personal and Group Coaching - https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter – www.veryhappystories.comGrateful for our sponsor - Green Valley NutritionHave you heard of all-natural CBD products by Green Valley Nutrition? This company was founded by an entrepreneur who overcame PANDAS. Get 20% off. Click the link below and use the code VERYHAPPY.https://greenvalleynutrition.com/Very Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme community that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment > click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants > click here for GRANTS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you ever feel like your life is snowballing into a bigger disaster? Many of us are battling chronic fatigue, lack of sleep and high levels of stress. But how do you get your life back? Today Liza interviews Ryan Syverson, a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner who specializes in complex, chronic illnesses like Fibromyalgia, Lyme Disease, and Mold illness. After losing his health in 2010 to fibromyalgia, mold and Lyme disease, which led to losing his home and filing bankruptcy, Ryan knew something had to change. He embarked on a quest to find the answers and was able to recover his health and finally break free from the depression and anxiety that haunted him for 30 plus years. In this episode, Ryan shares the roadmap to reclaiming your life. Moreover, he dives into the science behind emotional healing and nervous system regulation. He also goes over the five different personalities that make us vulnerable to higher levels of stress. If you feel like the black cloud keeps hanging over you and you just can't catch a break, listen to this empowering episode. Regain your energy and break free from self-sabotaging & limiting behaviors. This episode will launch you into the new year with a more empowerment mindset.About Liza's Guest:Ryan Syverson is a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, certified Wellness Code Academy® Coach, and a certified Whole Psychology Method™ Coach who specializes in complex, chronic illnesses like Fibromyalgia, Lyme Disease, and Mold illness. After losing his health in 2010 to fibromyalgia, mold and Lyme disease, which led to losing his home and filing bankruptcy, Ryan new something had to change. He embarked on a quest to find the answers and was able to recover his health and finally break free from the depression and anxiety that haunted him for 30+ years. Along his journey he discovered his unique gift and passion for helping others.This led to the creation Freedom from Fatigue & Pain, a transformational health coaching program that empowers and guides clients on how to reclaim their energy, overcome their pain, and break free from self-sabotaging & limiting behaviors that have been keeping them stuck. Ryan is the owner and head coach at SubLyme Life, where he works with clients in a group/1:1 hybrid setting. When he's not geeking out on health or working with clients, you'll likely find him out with his wife enjoying some great food, outdoor adventuring, in the gym or on the golf course losing money to his buddies.The best place to find, Ryan, is on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ryan__syverson/or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010668315673or you can check out his website www.yoursublymelife.comConnect with Liza Online:*Sign up for Liza's next Mentoring Support Group. Starts 1/9. Registration Open. Click Here.Liza's Personal and Group Coaching - https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter – www.veryhappystories.comLiza's Favorites:Vital plan's Goal is to empower people to take control of their health and provide easy access to his potent herbal blends.Enjoy a 15% discount. Simply use my code VERYHAPPY15.These are the herbs we us: https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/967226/12659We also use this: https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/968554/12659 Very Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme community that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment > click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants > click here for GRANTS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

About This Episode: It's Mama Monday! This week, I'm talking with Liza Blas, host of the podcast "Very Happy Stories" and mom of neurodivergent children. Her story also involves chronic illness, and we talk a lot about how it's all intertwined. Here are just some of the topics we discussed:-How she passed down a "toxin load" to her children during birth-How Lyme Disease and Pans/Pandas affect her children-The difference between Pans and Pandas-How mold exposure played a role in her children's health struggles-What she learned from her child's partial hospitalization program-How she "invested in herself" in order to keep her sanityPlease shower Liza with love and support by SHARING this episode with a mom who needs to hear her story! Listen to Liza's podcast "Very Happy Stories" and find her on IG @ lizasveryhappystories!I ALWAYS welcome YOUR thoughts! Feel free to DM me on IG (@on.the.hard.days) or email me: ontheharddays@gmail.com. This podcast is what it is because of YOU.January registration for Mothers Together has officially begun! Two things to note:1) I am raising the price starting in January, so the time to join is now!2) If needed, I'm offering a full refund for the first two weeks of Mothers Together starting in January - that clock stops on 1/13/23. You have nothing to lose by giving MT a try!Sign up and save a spot at ontheharddays.com/instagram!

Why are some children chronically ill? What's happening? In this episode, Liza gets to the root of these topics with Dr. Jaban Moore, Doctor of Chiropractic. Dr. Jaban and his practice, The Redefining Wellness Center, are dedicated to helping clients and children discover the root causes of their chronic symptoms. He specializes in Lyme disease, Lyme co-infections, PANS/PANDAS, autism, parasitic infections, environmental toxicities, and mitochondrial support.In order to understand why our children are struggling, we actually have to go back and examine ourselves, the mothers. What are we eating? What are we drinking? How would you describe your toxic load before having kids? Dr. Jaban stresses the importance of creating a safe environment for our children, not just in terms of toxicities, but also within our families and homes. We need to prioritize feeling safe in our homes and in our bodies.Dr. Jaban also outlines an overall roadmap he utilizes in healing children from root causes including Lyme, PANS, mold and metals. It's understandable that most parents are urgently looking for medicine or pills to eliminate the pain quickly. However, Dr. Jaban discusses why his approach works in phases and shares the type of results we can expect.If your family is affected by mental health struggles, mold, Lyme, PANS, autism, this is an important episode to hear.More about Liza's Guest:Dr. Jaban Moore is a Doctor of Chiropractic located in Kansas City, MO, who works virtually with clients through functional medicine protocols to assist them in overcoming chronic health conditions and symptoms. At age 25, he went from being an award-winning college athlete to not being able to get out of bed. He sought out countless doctors and appointments looking for answers to his debilitating symptoms, but doctors only gave him “band-aid” solutions that did not resolve his problems.He was later diagnosed with Lyme disease. Once he overcame this complex infection, he dedicated his practice, The Redefining Wellness Center, to helping clients discover the root causes of their chronic symptoms. Dr. Moore specializes in Lyme disease, Lyme co-infections, PANS/PANDAS, autism, parasitic infections, environmental toxicities, and mitochondrial support.Dr. Moore and his team at The Redefining Wellness Center see clients virtually. Visit his website, where you can gain access to education, live videos, and free programs. Additionally, you may book a free discovery call if you are interested in working with Dr. Moore.Connect with Liza Online:Mentoring Support Group-https://www.veryhappystories.com/_files/ugd/2fe795_d773d8903f394702aac09ff7d6c3170c.pdfLiza's Personal and Group Coaching - https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter - http://www.veryhappystories.com/Liza's Favorites:Vital PlanVital plan's goal is to empower people to take control of their health and provide easy access to his potent herbal blends. Enjoy a 15% discount. Simply use my code VERYHAPPY15. Click the link to shop Vital Plan: http://http//vitalplan.sjv.io/vnq0q3These are the herbs we use: https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/967226/12659We also use this: https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/968554/12659Green Compass GlobalWith Green Compass, you can have confidence that you're purchasing quality. Our CBD products establish a high standard. They are pure, safe, and effective, with hemp that is 100%American-grown and undergoes an extremely detailed quality-control process. The result? CBD and hemp extracts of unmatched excellence, thanks to our nurturing cultivation and dedication to the plant. Liza's family favorite? Nano jellies!Shop here: https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/Very Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme community that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment >click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants >click here for GRANTS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you know when your child's condition is more than their learning disabilities and beyond the umbrella of neurodiversity? Liza's guest today is CC Davis. CC is a certified wellness and mindset coach. She is passionate about helping other moms and she learned the most from her number one client – Herself.CC's story is much like other moms in our complex community. While her daughter was diagnosed with several learning disabilities under the neurodivergent umbrella, improvements were not being made. In fact, her daughter's condition worsened. It was the help of other mothers along the way that continued to bring CC the hope and awareness she needed. CC made it out of the darkness and is living an empowered parenting life. In this interview CC shares her daughter's story and provides valuable mindset tools and practical advice you can use right now to help you start shifting out of negativity and into empowerment. This conversation is all about peeling away those tough onion layers and implementing the tools that create lasting change, not just for us, but for our kids who are healing. We discuss mindfulness, accountability, affirmations and manifesting an empowered life. Get out of survival mode and listen today.More about Liza's Guest:CC Davis is a certified wellness & mindset coach who is passionate about helping other moms restore their bodies, minds, and spirits. After struggling for many years, CC cured her own chronic pain and transformed into her most energetic, strongest self. CC's Resilience Coaching is for any woman who wants more from life but might just need a little encouragement and support to get there. CC is a mom to 3 amazing kids. While she rarely shares specifics about her kids, CC openly shares her own journey of a struggling mom facing challenges and crises beyond what she's ever felt capable of handling. Made To Be Their Mom was born from a reminder by another special needs mom on a particularly hard day when CC was lost, exhausted, scared, and totally overwhelmed. Now CC is writing a book entitled Made To Be Their Mom: Affirmations for Hope & Resilience. She's especially passionate about connecting with and supporting mamas dealing with any and all of the following: PANS/PANDAS, autism/PDA, ADHD, mold illness & remediation, OCD, school avoidance, unschooling, sleep issues. In addition to coaching, CC owns and operates Corporate Cakes alongside her husband. She credits her many, many mindset tools and consistent focus on radical self-care with staying sane and grounded during all of the above. https://www.instagram.com/soulshinemom/Connect with Liza Online:Mentoring Support Group - https://www.veryhappystories.com/_files/ugd/2fe795_d773d8903f394702aac09ff7d6c3170c.pdfLiza's Personal and Group Coaching - https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter – www.veryhappystories.comLiza's Favorites:Vital PlanVital plan's Goal is to empower people to take control of their health and provide easy access to his potent herbal blends.Enjoy a 15% discount. Simply use my code VERYHAPPY15. Click the link to shop Vital Plan.http://vitalplan.sjv.io/vnq0q3These are the herbs we us: https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/967226/12659We also use this: https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/968554/12659Green Compass GlobalWith Green Compass, you can have confidence that you're purchasing quality. Our CBD products establish a high standard. They are pure, safe, and effective, with hemp that is 100% American-grown and undergoes an extremely detailed quality-control process. The result? CBD and hemp extracts of unmatched excellence, thanks to our nurturing cultivation and dedication to the plant. Liza's family favorite? Nano jellies!Enjoy $10 off. Shop here: https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/Very Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme community that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment > click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants > click here for GRANTS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Liza interviews Katelyn Holthus, an early childhood educator and mother of two.When Katelyn's daughter, Lisa, experienced a sudden onset of panic and OCD, her pediatrician recommended therapy for the anxiety. Katelyn didn't buy it. Hear Katelyn's story and learn about the treatment that helped her daughter - Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy. Liza and Katelyn also discuss the reality of being affected by the trauma of this complex illness and the dynamics that affect the entire family. Good news is, Katelyn is in a much healthier mindset and is more empowered than before. Learn how she got here!Connect with Liza Online:Mentoring Support Group - https://www.veryhappystories.com/_files/ugd/2fe795_c95290ce2b404575ba75bbfdd7d759b2.pdfLiza's Personal and Group Coaching - https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter – www.veryhappystories.comLiza's Favorites:Vital PlanVital plan's Goal is to empower people to take control of their health and provide easy access to his potent herbal blends.Enjoy a 15% discount. Simply use my code VERYHAPPY15. Click the link to shop Vital Plan. http://vitalplan.sjv.io/vnq0q3These are the herbs we us: https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/967226/12659We also use this: https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/968554/12659Green Compass GlobalWith Green Compass, you can have confidence that you're purchasing quality. Our CBD products establish a high standard. They are pure, safe, and effective, with hemp that is 100% American-grown and undergoes an extremely detailed quality-control process. The result? CBD and hemp extracts of unmatched excellence, thanks to our nurturing cultivation and dedication to the plant. Liza's family favorite? Nano jellies!Enjoy $10 off. Shop here: https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/products Very Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme community that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment > click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants > click here for GRANTS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode kicks off a brand-new season of Very Happy Stories and in this solo episode Liza recaps her personal story. Liza's family has been impacted by neurodiversity, anxiety, psychiatric issues and even Lyme disease and PANS. Medical treatment was different for both her kids and family life was out of control for a long time. Today, Liza lives in more harmony, and she shares the method that helped her make this pivotal shift. It's all about accountability. Learn how to put accountability into practice so that you can start experiencing less frustration and more balance. Start creating a new dynamic in your own family today too. Tune in and Happy Day.Connect with Liza Online:Liza's Personal and Group Coaching - https://www.veryhappystories.com/workLiza on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/Liza on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas/Subscribe to Liza's Newsletter – www.veryhappystories.comVital plan's Goal is to empower people to take control of their health and provide easy access to his potent herbal blends.Enjoy a 15% discount. Simply use my code VERYHAPPY15. Click the link to shop Vital Plan. http://vitalplan.sjv.io/vnq0q3These are the herbs we us: https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/967226/12659We also use this: https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/968554/12659Green Compass GlobalWith Green Compass, you can have confidence that you're purchasing quality. Our CBD products establish a high standard. They are pure, safe, and effective, with hemp that is 100% American-grown and undergoes an extremely detailed quality-control process. The result? CBD and hemp extracts of unmatched excellence, thanks to our nurturing cultivation and dedication to the plant. Liza's family favorite? Nano jellies!Enjoy $10 off. Shop here: https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/productsVery Happy Stories is Partners with the LymeLight FoundationThe LymeLight Foundation is a charitable partner in the Lyme community that provides grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. LymeLight has awarded grants totaling over $7.7M to more than 1,000 individuals in 49 states. To donate directly toward LymeLight grants which help those struggling to receive treatment > click here to DONATE. To learn more about treatment grants > click here for GRANTS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Liza interviews Debbie Kimberg, mother, advocate, and author. Debbie spent years helping her children and herself recover from Autism, ADHD, and other psychiatric issues caused by stealth infections overlooked by traditional medicine. These infections included Lyme and Bartonella. Today, Debbie is a board member of Project Lyme, Mother's Against Lyme, and an administrator of multiple Facebook groups on Tick-borne Disease, PANS, and autism. Debbie and many others in the field are shining a light on the connections between Bartonella and disorders like ASD and ADHD. We talk about a very important piece of the PANS puzzle – Congenital Lyme. In fact, Debbie and I both unknowingly passed Lyme and Bartonella onto our children, including our children diagnosed with PANS and ASD. This is an important episode you need to listen to. We are discussing topics that many moms are dealing with today and so many people just aren't talking about it. Tune in. Connect with Liza's Guest, Debbie Kimberg You can follow her son, Sammy's, journey on Instagram at @HijackedBrains To receive notifications of Debbie's upcoming book “Hijacked Brains” visit https://debbiekimberg.com/ Grateful for our Sponsor! The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Fruitful Yield Health Foods, a family-owned business serving Chicagoland since 1962. Liza's personal favorites can be found on their website - CLICK HERE. You can save $5 off $25 online - valid for Store Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Same Day Delivery, or standard shipping. Use code VERYHAPPY at checkout. www.fruitfulyield.com - Some of Liza's Fruitful Yield Favorites click here. https://www.fruitfulyield.com/very-happy-stories-with-liza-blas Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas  Liza's Favorites: Shop Vital Plan Http://vitalplan.sjv.io/vnq0q3 Liza's Favorites on Vital Plan https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/967226/12659 Download Liza's free guide - How to Survive during Difficult Times Register for Liza's Digital Course – The Healing and Empowerment Bootcamp Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Purchase a Gratitude Hat and all proceeds are donated to The LymeLight Foundation. To secure Liza as a speaker at your next event or for personal one on one coaching connect with Liza.

We've all been there… on the days where the meltdowns last extra long and we are frustrated, isolated, and barely surviving. It's exceptionally hard when you have an exceptional child. In this episode, Liza interviews Megan Champion, mother, educator, and community creator dedicated to supporting moms with neurodivergent kids. Megan shares her story of how she overcame her feelings of shame and guilt while tirelessly navigating those early years with her twice-exceptional son. She discusses the importance of community with other moms, self-forgiveness, and validation. More importantly, Megan tells us how she finally stepped into her parenting empowerment by finding the mom she needed to be from within, instead of following all the other parenting advice for typical kids. If your child is neurodivergent, twice-exceptional, autistic, or has a learning difference, this is a must-listen. Learn why following your intuition is the best course of action for our neurodivergent families.  Connect with Liza's Guest, Megan Champion The On The Hard Days podcast & community was created by Megan Champion, a mother of three, educator of 14 years, and supporter of struggling moms everywhere. Raising my out-of-the-box child has been the challenge of my life. Creating a community of like-minded mothers who truly get it has put me on a mission to bring us together. This is a judgment-free zone for mothers in the trenches. Welcome to On The Hard Days. https://www.ontheharddays.com/ Grateful for our Sponsor! The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Fruitful Yield Health Foods, a family-owned business serving Chicagoland since 1962. Liza's personal favorites can be found on their website - CLICK HERE. You can save $5 off $25 online - valid for Store Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Same Day Delivery, or standard shipping. Use code VERYHAPPY at checkout. www.fruitfulyield.com - Some of Liza's Fruitful Yield Favorites click here. https://www.fruitfulyield.com/very-happy-stories-with-liza-blas Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas  Liza's Favorites: Shop Vital Plan Http://vitalplan.sjv.io/vnq0q3 Liza's Favorites on Vital Plan https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/967226/12659 Download Liza's free guide - How to Survive during Difficult Times Register for Liza's Digital Course – The Healing and Empowerment Bootcamp Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Purchase a Gratitude Hat and all proceeds are donated to The LymeLight Foundation. To secure Liza as a speaker at your next event or for personal one on one coaching connect with Liza.

We are all vulnerable to a debilitating toxin. It's mold. Mold does not discriminate, and it can cause serious illness and neurological symptoms if you are exposed. Many people including our children are unknowingly exposed to mold – in our homes, in our schools, and even in our places of work. In this episode, Liza interviews Michael Rubino, a renowned leader in the mold and remediation space. Michael is the author of “The Mold Medic: An Expert's Guide on Mold Removal.” Michael shares what we need to know about mold and how to create a plan for prevention and offers a guide for remediation. This may be one of the most important interviews we've had on Very Happy Stories because it impacts every single one of us. Here's what you need to know about mold. Tune in. Connect with Liza's Guest: Michael Rubino has become a renowned leader in the mold and remediation space. President of All American Restoration and Author of The Mold Medic: An Expert's Guide on Mold Removal, Michael continues to push the conversation forward for creating better indoor air quality. He's been featured on dozens of podcasts and news channels as the leading expert on all aspects of mold, remediation, and air quality. He is also a council-certified Mold Remediator by IICRC and ACAC and a contributing member, sponsor, and speaker for the Indoor Air Quality Association. https://www.themoldmedic.com/ Get your copy of The Mold Medic book. Grateful for our Sponsor! The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Fruitful Yield Health Foods, a family-owned business serving Chicagoland since 1962. My personal favorites can be found on their website - CLICK HERE. You can save $5 off $25 online - valid for Store Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Same Day Delivery, or standard shipping. Use code VERYHAPPY at checkout. www.fruitfulyield.com Shop Vital Plan Http://vitalplan.sjv.io/vnq0q3 Liza's Favorites on Vital Plan https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/967226/12659 Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas  Liza's Favorites: Shop Vital Plan Http://vitalplan.sjv.io/vnq0q3 Liza's Favorites on Vital Plan https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/967226/12659 Download Liza's free guide - How to Survive during Difficult Times Register for Liza's Digital Course – The Healing and Empowerment Bootcamp Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Purchase a Gratitude Hat and all proceeds are donated to The LymeLight Foundation. To secure Liza as a speaker at your next event or for personal one on one coaching connect with Liza.

In this interview, Liza speaks with Dr. Bill Rawls. His new book, “The Cellular Wellness Solution” is a gamechanger in your journey towards wellness. Dr. Rawls outlines why so many people are chronically ill and provides us with the map to ultimately achieving wellness. The truth? The health of our bodies lives in the health of our cells. For over 30 years, Dr. Bill Rawls has dedicated his life to medicine. When a health crisis in his early forties abruptly changed his quality of life, he came face to face with the limitations of modern medicine and began to explore the vast possibilities of alternative treatments. Restoring his health through holistic and herbal therapies inspired him to share his revelations on the importance of cellular wellness. If you are healing or if your family is experiencing chronic illness, this is an episode to listen to now. Grateful for our Sponsor! The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Fruitful Yield Health Foods, a family-owned business serving Chicagoland since 1962. My personal favorites can be found on their website - CLICK HERE. You can save $5 off $25 online - valid for Store Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Same Day Delivery, or standard shipping. Use code VERYHAPPY at checkout. www.fruitfulyield.com Connect with Dr. Bill Rawls https://rawlsmd.com/ Get your copy of the new book, “The Cellular Wellness Solution” https://cellularwellness.com/ Shop Vital Plan - GET 15% your first order with the promo code VERYHAPPY15 Http://vitalplan.sjv.io/vnq0q3 Liza's Favorites on Vital Plan - Get 15% off your first order with the promo code VERYHAPPY15 https://vitalplan.sjv.io/c/3428572/967226/12659 Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas  Download Liza's free guide - How to Survive during Difficult Times Register for Liza's Digital Course – The Healing and Empowerment Bootcamp Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Purchase a Gratitude Hat and all proceeds are donated to The LymeLight Foundation. To secure Liza as a speaker at your next event or for personal one on one coaching connect with Liza.

In this episode of The Real Build, I featured Liza Blas of Very Happy Stories. Liza is the host of the Very Happy Stories podcast, and she also inspires, validates & empowers caregivers of children with challenging conditions. I wanted to have Liza discuss a crucial topic that not many people discuss. That topic is mold and how we should check for it and ensure our families and ourselves are fully protected. Liza's kids are recovering from Lyme disease, and one of the main issues in people unable to recover is due to mold exposure. Mold is a significant driver in chronic illness in people today. Awareness is critical, especially when it comes to renovations and flipping. We discussed proper remediation and the importance of working with experienced teams and leaders in the industry. Liza was motivated to help others struggling with similar challenges. Building on real-life stories of challenges and obstacles, she brings light out of darkness, providing empathy, validation, and inspiration to parents with similar struggles. She guides followers and audiences and coaches clients from surviving to thriving. Liza's Website: veryhappystories.com Liza's Podcast: veryhappystories.com/podcast Host Info Email: Bill@rkreiman.com CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ▶︎ YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxAdSxHN0dIXZPhA-6p1HYA ▶︎ INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/imbillreiman ▶︎FACEBOOK| https://www.facebook.com/billy.reiman ▶︎ LINKEDIN | https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-reim... ▶︎ TWITTER | https://twitter.com/ImBillReiman ▶︎ WEBSITE | https://www.rkreiman.com

What if a common infection like strep turned your whole world upside down? What if this infection hijacked your child right before your eyes and left him with OCD, Tourette Syndrome and uncontrollable fits? This is the story of Beth Alison Maloney's son and she shares it in this episode. Confined to their home by the horror of her son's illness, a lifelong placement seemed his likely fate — until Beth learned that a strep infection might be the cause (a disorder known as PANDAS) Most doctors said she was wrong; but she was right, and two doctors helped cure him. He is now fully recovered. Listen to Beth's story and learn the symptoms, treatment and how best to navigate through this complex condition. Grateful for our Sponsor! The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Fruitful Yield Health Foods, a family-owned business serving Chicagoland since 1962. My personal favorites can be found on their website - CLICK HERE. You can save $5 off $25 online - valid for Store Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Same Day Delivery, or standard shipping. Use code VERYHAPPY at checkout. www.fruitfulyield.com Connect with Liza's Guest Connect with Beth Alison Maloney https://bethalisonmaloney.com/legal-consulting-services Beth has written three books: Saving Sammy Childhood Interrupted Protecting Your Child from the Child Protection System  Follow Beth on tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@childprotectionlawyer Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas  Download Liza's free guide - How to Survive during Difficult Times Register for Liza's Digital Course – The Healing and Empowerment Bootcamp Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Purchase a Gratitude Hat and all proceeds are donated to The LymeLight Foundation. To secure Liza as a speaker at your next event or for personal one on one coaching connect with Liza.

Do you struggle with your own worthiness? Do you feel unsafe? Are you a perfectionist? Chances are you are wounded, and you may have inherited these painful wounds from your very first love – Your Mother. In this episode, Liza interviews Beth Gordon, founder of Bella Mind Body Spirit. Beth shares several personal stories today to help us understand what the Mother Wound is and even more, how she healed from it. Her trigger came out in a very common way – through the birth of her daughter. The good news is, the Mother Wound is an invitation and an initiation to heal. Even more, when you heal this wound, you add to the healing of your children because energetically, this is a generational wound. Wherever you are in your healing journey, this conversation is a must listen. Download and then share it with someone you know who could use this motherly advice. Grateful for our Sponsor! The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Fruitful Yield Health Foods, a family-owned business serving Chicagoland since 1962. Find all your health & wellness essentials in-store or online at www.fruitfulyield.com. You can save $5 off $25 online - valid for Store Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Same Day Delivery, or standard shipping. Use code VERYHAPPY at checkout. About Liza's Guest, Beth Gordon Beth became a Spiritual Practitioner in 2014.  She has spent her life in the healing arts working as a Physical Therapist and a yoga teacher. She is the founder of Bella Mind Body Spirit and loves listening for the prayer of your heart and assisting you to live a life you love. She does private sessions working with you for well being on all levels. Sessions are via Zoom, Skype, FaceTime or Phone.  She is also the co-founded and facilitator of Maiden Voyages, a nine month program for women to integrate all the stages and cycles of a woman's life.   For information or to work with Beth contact:  Email: admin@bellamindbodyspirit.com Phone: 630-408-3623 www.themaidenvoyages.com Are you Healing? Check out the links below: Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas  Download Liza's free guide - How to Survive during Difficult Times Register for Liza's Digital Course – The Healing and Empowerment Bootcamp Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Purchase a Gratitude Hat and all proceeds are donated to The LymeLight Foundation. To secure Liza as a speaker at your next event or for personal one on one coaching connect with Liza.

Panic, hallucinations, intrusive thoughts! These are all symptoms of PANS / PANDAS. It's a terrifying ordeal to live through when your child is stricken with such a complex and mysterious condition. No one knows this better than Brandi Dean, Lyme advocate and founder of the Dean Center for Tick-Borne Illness at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. Brandi has been a passionate advocate for patients with Lyme disease since 2011. Most recently she advocates for children and adolescents with PANS and PANDAS, as her 10-year-old son, Finn, was diagnosed with PANS in 2020. In this episode, Brandi shares her son's story including his sudden onset, the complexity of his illness which also included a diagnosis of Lyme and other tick-borne illness, as well as his treatment plan. She credits her physicians for his remarkable recovery. His story is featured on Lymedisease.org and Fox News Boston. Learn how she managed to cope through this extra challenging period in her life and how they made it to the other side. Grateful for our Sponsor! The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Fruitful Yield Health Foods, a family-owned business serving Chicagoland since 1962. Find all your health & wellness essentials in-store or online at www.fruitfulyield.com. You can save $5 off $25 online - valid for Store Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Same Day Delivery, or standard shipping. Use code VERYHAPPY at checkout. About Liza's Guest, Brandi Dean In 2015, Brandi Dean founded the Dean Center for Tick-Borne Illness at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. Her personal experience as a young mother with Lyme disease led her to identify a need for a multidisciplinary center to treat individuals suffering from persistent tick-borne illness. Acting as an advisor and advocate, she joined hands with both physicians and leadership at Spaulding Rehab to help open the first center embedded in a major academic medical institution focused on treating patients with chronic tick-borne illnesses. Brandi continues to serve as an active Advisory Board member for the Dean Center for Tick-Borne Illness. Her story has been featured in the Boston Globe, DoctorOz.com, Good Housekeeping, and WCVB.  Brandi has been a passionate advocate for patients with Lyme disease since 2011 and most recently for children and adolescents with PANS and PANDAS. Her 10-year-old son, Finn, was diagnosed with PANS in 2020, whom she credits her physicians for his remarkable recovery. His story is featured on Lymedisease.org and Fox News Boston. Brandi's determination to make a positive difference in the lives of patients with Lyme disease is additionally demonstrated in her leadership of Ride Out Lyme, a charity event she designed and that raises financial grants for adults with the tick-borne illness. The event is held annually at SoulCycle in Boston, NYC, and Los Angeles with expansion into other cities. She also serves on the Board for the Alex Manfull Fund. Prior to her work in the field of Lyme disease, Brandi's professional life included a four-year tour of duty in the United States Coast Guard. Brandi also has a decade of experience in leadership in the hospitality industry and has a degree in Business from Boston University. Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories   Instagram or Facebook Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on thriving during difficult times. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter on Http://VeryHappyStories.com. MAY IS LYME AWARENESS MONTH! Very Happy Stories has partnered with The LymeLight Foundation. Their mission is to provide grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. When you support the LymeLight Foundation you are supporting a child's recovery. Here are some ways you can donate. Donate Here and mention Very Happy Stories Purchase a Very Happy Stories Gratitude Hat. All proceeds are donated to The LymeLight Foundation. Purchase merchandise from The LymeLight Store  Thank you for supporting a child's treatment and recovery. My hope and belief is that we will heal all the beautiful children infected with Lyme and tick-borne infections. Grateful for you and your support.

Are you stuck in a loop of pain and suffering? Liza's guest today will ignite you and inspire you to break through these dark cycles and ultimately heal. Bianca Crino overcame Lyme, co-infections, mold exposure and mast cell activation syndrome. Once she lost her ability to walk, she was finally determined to end her suffering. She identified several Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) as significant factors in creating her chronic illness and began to go within. She also shares her mindset on the purpose of polarity, which gave her life deeper meaning as she continued her healing lifestyle. Be ready to let go of self-judgment and offer more self-compassion. Learn how to do this through Bianca's Holistic Way.  Grateful for our Sponsor! The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Fruitful Yield Health Foods, a family-owned business serving Chicagoland since 1962. Find all your health & wellness essentials in-store or online at www.fruitfulyield.com. You can save $5 off $25 online - valid for Store Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Same Day Delivery, or standard shipping. Use code VERYHAPPY at checkout. Meet Liza's Guest, Bianca Crino Healing Chronic illness, my inner child, my mindset and all energy systems in my body all lead me to live a life of abundance and now I want to share that with the world. I remind people of their inner power and guide them to the root cause of all, looking at all parts of the mind body and spirit You can have it all beautiful soul! Health, mindset, inner child & reiki practitioner Bianca's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/biancasholisticway/ https://biancasholisticway.squarespace.com/ Bianca's Podcast - https://biancasholisticway.squarespace.com/podcast Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Instagram or Facebook Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on thriving during difficult times. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter on http://VeryHappyStories.com MAY IS LYME AWARENESS MONTH! Very Happy Stories has partnered with The LymeLight Foundation. Their mission is to provide grants to enable eligible children and young adults with Lyme disease to receive proper treatment and medication as well as raising awareness about Lyme disease. When you support the LymeLight Foundation you are supporting a child's recovery. Here are some ways you can donate. Donate Here and mention Very Happy Stories Purchase a Very Happy Stories Gratitude Hat. All proceeds are donated to The LymeLight Foundation. Purchase merchandise from The LymeLight Store  Thank you for supporting a child's treatment and recovery. My hope and belief is that we will heal all the beautiful children infected with Lyme and tick-borne infections. Grateful for you and your support.

Did you know that OCD isn't just washing hands and excessive cleaning? OCD also includes intrusive thoughts and can greatly affect a child and the entire family. In this episode, Liza unpacks Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, specifically in children with Jenna Overbaugh of NOCD.  Together they discuss what to look for, when to be concerned, how to help your child, and the different treatments available including ERP – Explore and Response Prevention. Get ready to learn how to sit with your own discomfort friends. This episode will help you stop accommodating and start feeling empowered. Grateful for our Sponsor! The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Fruitful Yield Health Foods, a family-owned business serving Chicagoland since 1962. Find all your health & wellness essentials in-store or online at www.fruitfulyield.com. You can save $5 off $25 online - valid for Store Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Same Day Delivery, or standard shipping. Use code VERYHAPPY at checkout. Meet Liza's guest, Jenna Overbaugh I've been working with individuals who have OCD, anxiety, and related conditions since 2008. My work includes nearly 10 years at the residential level of care as well as intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient levels. I have contributed to research on hoarding, dropout from residential OCD recovery programs, and relief experiences in OCD. I'm also the host of the podcast, "All The Hard Things", which focuses on OCD, ERP, postpartum, and related concepts. In addition to the above, I have a 4 year old and also struggled with OCD myself, specifically postpartum OCD. Since having my son in 2018, I started what is now one of the largest mom support groups in Wisconsin. Connect with Jenna Overbaugh NOCD website - www.treatmyocd.com Download the free NOCD app on the app store - it's called "Treat My OCD" Connect with Jenna on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jenna.overbaugh/ Listen to Jenna's Podcast, All The Hard Things

Liza is kicking off a brand-new season of healing stories. And in this first episode she shares two big secrets. First, she uncovers her new way of life in getting exactly what you need! It's much easier than you think. The secret? You'll just have to listen, but it's much more about letting go and less about engineering and curating our lives. She urges us to be in a place of receiving because the Universe always has better and bigger plans. Her next secret? She finally reveals her new medical diagnosis! It's validating and affirming given her entire medical history. Don't miss all the secrets revealed. Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas  Download Liza's free guide - How to Survive during Difficult Times Register for Liza's Digital Course – The Healing and Empowerment Bootcamp Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Purchase a Gratitude Hat and all proceeds are donated to The LymeLight Foundation. To secure Liza as a speaker at your next event or for personal one on one coaching connect with Liza.

I know the title seems bleak, but this is actually a very upbeat, positive episode. We talk about some of the challenges my guest Liza went through over the last decade or so, navigating the mental & physical health challenges of her kiddos and herself- but Liza tells her story through her bubbly, loving life lens. She is also a Projector in Human Design and does an amazing job of living her life by design. Definitely share this episode with a momma who you know could use a reminder that it'll be okay, even if it doesn't feel like it right now!Liza Blas is a speaker, transformational coach, and host of the Very Happy Stories podcast. She brings hope, empowerment, and validation to parents raising kids with unique challenges. Liza delivers inspiring stories and shares her best practices through her podcast, speaking engagements, transformational coaching, and digital course. Her stories are inspired by her personal experience navigating the complex conditions of her two children, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, ASD and Lyme disease.Liza's LinksCheck out Liza's PodcastConnect with her on IGCheck out her brand new Digital CourseAnd here's her websiteYou Do Woo LinksClick here to sign up for the waitlist for The Feminine Art of Getting RichWine Break Course starts on 3/2/22. Click the link in my Instagram bio to join!Click here for the Intro to Human Design freebieSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you disconnected from your teen? Does your kid trigger an emotional response in you? In this episode, Liza chats with DJ Johnson – author, mentor, coach, counselor, and sports statistician. DJ grew up in the Indiana foster care system and yet despite that, he's gone on to lead a successful, and fulfilling life. Before he entered the foster care system, DJ suffered child abuse, domestic abuse, and emotional trauma. Today, DJ uses his experiences to help parents better connect with their teenagers. DJ specializes in helping parents bridge the communication gap between them and their child to ensure that their child has room to be the best version of themself. DJ discusses why healing our own childhood trauma is essential and how to cultivate a meaningful connection with our teens. Listen to this very happy story and start building a better connection with your teen.  Connect with DJ Johnson Website: www.djinspires.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/djinspiresparenting/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/djinspiresall/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/djinspiresall Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Currey Ingram Academy, Promoting Strengths and Supporting Differences. At Currey Ingram Academy, they settle for nothing less than being a global leader for students with learning differences. By promoting strengths and supporting differences, their students receive the education they truly deserve. Learn more here at https://www.curreyingram.org/

Tick Tock, It's Lyme O'Clock! In this episode, Liza interviews Best Selling Author Christa Nannos. Christa Nannos is an actor, author, and advocate for those living with invisible illnesses. Having been misdiagnosed for over a decade, she's now making it her mission to spread awareness about Lyme disease. Christa is known for “laughing out Lyme” and making comedic videos about what it's like to battle this terrible disease. She inspires those who are silently suffering and provides a new perspective on healing when all hope seems lost. If you are feeling lost, stalled, or need a big dose of hope, tune into this very happy story. Connect with Liza's guest, Christa Nannos Buy Her Book - Tick Tock, It's LYME O'clock Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/christa.nannos/ Christa's Support Group - https://www.instagram.com/healinghavengroup Reel Super Single www.christanannos.com Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Currey Ingram Academy, Promoting Strengths and Supporting Differences. At Currey Ingram Academy, they settle for nothing less than being a global leader for students with learning differences. By promoting strengths and supporting differences, their students receive the education they truly deserve. Learn more here at https://www.curreyingram.org/

When we are healing, we always want to accelerate the process. But what if the truth is, slow and steady wins the race? In today's interview, Liza speaks with Michelle McKeon, Clinical Nutritionist and owner of Balancing Pathways and founder of Lyme and Cancer Services  (LCS), widely known for their work with hyperthermic treatments for patients with Lyme disease and cancer. Michelle's personal Lyme journey spans almost 10 years and her treatment included antibiotics, herbs, treating mold exposure, and even whole-body hyperthermia. Find out how she slowly healed, unpeeling her illness layer by layer, and never gave up. Today, she is in remission.  Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Connect with Liza's Guest: Michelle McKeon, MS, CNS, LDN Michelle McKeon is a Clinical Nutritionist who specializes in environmental toxins, tick-borne infections, gut dysbiosis, and inflammatory conditions. Michelle has expertise in testing for, diagnosing, and treating mold mycotoxins, genetic/methylation conditions, heavy metals, pathogenic infections, dental issues, cell membrane injury, limbic system function, candida, diet, and gut flora. She owns a Nutrition Practice, Balancing Pathways, and is the Head of the Lyme Nutrition Program at LifeSpan medicine. Michelle is the founder of Lyme and Cancer Services  (LCS), widely known for their work with hyperthermic treatments for patients with Lyme disease and cancer. She has authored two books, writes articles for health magazines, often interviews on podcasts, other media, and at events to share her own personal story of overcoming Lyme and making a career as a Lyme specialist through nutrition and hyperthermic therapies. Her goal is to create a foundation to effectively support people in becoming their optimal selves: physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. She has received a master's degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport. From there Michelle became a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), Licensed Dietician Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified Mold Specialist. Websites: Hyperthermia Company - http://lymeandcancerservices.com  Nutrition Practice - https://balancingpathways.com  Lyme Nutrition Program - https://www.lifespanmedicine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lymeandcancerservices/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LymeAndCancerServices/ The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Currey Ingram Academy, Promoting Strengths and Supporting Differences. At Currey Ingram Academy, they settle for nothing less than being a global leader for students with learning differences. By promoting strengths and supporting differences, their students receive the education they truly deserve. Learn more here at https://www.curreyingram.org/

Liza Blas is a speaker, coach, and the host of the Very Happy Stories podcast. She brings hope, empowerment, and validation to parents raising kids with unique challenges. Liza delivers inspiring stories and shares her best practices through her podcast, speaking engagements, and personal transformational coaching. Her stories are inspired by her personal experience navigating the complex conditions of her two children, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, ASD, Tourette's Syndrome, and Lyme disease.Support the show (https://whoiscarter.z2systems.com/np/clients/whoiscarter/donation.jsp)

What are your divine gifts? What is the best way to tap into your sacred energy? What parts of your body drive your decisions? Having the answers to these questions is Empowering. That's where Human Design comes into play. In this episode, Liza speaks with Allison Cullen, business coach and podcast host of You Do Woo. Allison is also certified in Human Design and today she demonstrates (through Liza's personal reading) how Human Design can optimize our energy in the most powerful ways. Allison applies Human Design to help clients grow their business and to also strengthen their connection with their children. If you are ready to step deeper into the world of woo woo and have a lot of fun at the same time, you don't want to miss this unique episode. Explore the empowerment behind Human Design. You won't regret it. The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Currey Ingram Academy, Promoting Strengths and Supporting Differences. At Currey Ingram Academy, they settle for nothing less than being a global leader for students with learning differences. By promoting strengths and supporting differences, their students receive the education they truly deserve. Learn more here at https://www.curreyingram.org/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Connect with Liza's Guest: Allison Cullen and You Do Woo  Allison Cullen is a Human Design Consultant and Host of the “You Do Woo” Podcast. She spent the past 15 years working as a business manager in the music industry, 10 years as a business coach in the health & wellness world, and also has a background in counseling. In addition to Human Design readings, Allison also teaches online courses about manifestation, energetic decluttering, vision-boarding, and even taking a break from alcohol in order to tap into your intuition and divine gifts. Check her out on Instagram or her website.  https://www.youdowoo.com https://www.instagram.com/youdowoo Intro to Human Design Freebie: https://www.youdowoo.com/freebies I'd also love to offer your listeners a 40% discount for a reading for the next 30 days! Here's the link for that: https://calendly.com/aligneddesignsco/hd-reading-25-discount?month=2021-12

How do you not lose yourself in the process of raising children with complex medical needs? It takes resilience! In this episode, Liza interviews Michelle A. Mercier, Business Coach and host of the podcast The Resilient Entrepreneur. Michelle shares her story of raising two kids with medical conditions and how she found a way to modify her career by launching her own business, while still managing a lifestyle of high intensity. By making space for yourself and following your passion and your purpose, you ultimately build resilience! By doing so, we are able to take care of our children and their needs because we are filling up our tanks with our passions and our purpose. If you are looking to dive deeper into your passion, whether it be a hobby, a career or even a journey of transformation, listen to this motivational conversation. Michelle A. Mercier offers the mindset you are looking for. The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Currey Ingram Academy, Promoting Strengths and Supporting Differences. At Currey Ingram Academy, they settle for nothing less than being a global leader for students with learning differences. By promoting strengths and supporting differences, their students receive the education they truly deserve. Learn more here at https://www.curreyingram.org/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Connect with Liza's Guest: Michelle A. Mercier is a Business Coach, the host of the top-ranked podcast The Resilient Entrepreneur as well as a sought-after keynote speaker. Michelle primarily works with high-achieving leaders, entrepreneurs & executives to create an incredible business strategy coupled with an effective personal development plan. When she's not helping her clients to succeed – Michelle loves spending time with her family. Her sons – Jack (8 years old) and Oliver (5 years old) help to keep her laughing! Also, she is fortunate to be married to her best friend, Dennis. Connect with Michelle https://michelleamercier.com/ linkedin.com/MichelleAMercier Instagram/michelle_a_mercier

SHAME, SHAME, SHAME! Beneath all of our fear, anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing and lack of self-worth lies the same thing – Shame. In today's episode, Liza is BUSTING through shame with the shame-busting psychologist herself, Dr. Shawn Horn. Dr. Shawn is a psychologist, TEDx speaker, columnist, TV host, host of the Inspired Living podcast, and founder of the Inspired Living School, an online resource supporting your healing journey. Together, they unpack Shame. Dr. Shawn clearly defines shame, reveals the various types of shame, explains how our nervous system responds to shame, and reveals how we can modify our parenting to raise our children with less share and more compassion. This episode is especially helpful for all of us who are raising neurodivergent kids (ADHD, ADD, Learning differences, 2e) as these kiddos may feel a tremendous amount of shame in school. Take notes, this conversation is packed with so much love, insight, tools, and advice you might need to listen to it twice. The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Currey Ingram Academy, Promoting Strengths and Supporting Differences. At Currey Ingram Academy, they settle for nothing less than being a global leader for students with learning differences. By promoting strengths and supporting differences, their students receive the education they truly deserve. Learn more here at https://www.curreyingram.org/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Connect with Liza's Guest, Dr. Shawn Horn. Dr. Shawn Horn is a psychologist, TEDx Speaker, columnist, TV host, podcaster and founder of INSPIRED LIVING SCHOOL, an online resource supporting your healing journey. She is a licensed clinical psychologist in Washington State where she has a successful private practice and serves as faculty and clinical supervisor at the University of Washington's Medical School. With over two decades of experience in the mental health field she is now bringing the wisdom of the therapy room to larger audiences. As a shame expert, Dr. Shawn helps us to decode shame so we can stop the shame game and attain emotional sobriety!  She is excited to present the Neuroscience of Shame at TEDx Spokane. Her mission is to bust through shame, ignite hope and inspire wholehearted living!   Her motto is, “Transform from the person you were programmed to be into the person you were designed to be.”     https://www.drshawnhorn.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drshawnhorn/?hl=en YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/drshawnhorn Inspired Living School - https://mailchi.mp/cde1b586ddbc/inspiredlivingschool TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drshawnhorn?lang=en Inspired Living Podcast - https://www.drshawnhorn.com/inspired-living-podcast https://linktr.ee/drshawnhorn

No one thinks I'm sick! Have you ever battled an illness while fighting for a diagnosis at the same time? This is the story for so many people battling chronic illness today. In this episode Liza interviews Lexie Walsh, chronic illness warrior turned advocate and founder of Uncharted Malady. Through Lexie's personal story, Liza and Lexie unpack many important topics affecting chronic illness warriors including medical gaslighting by physicians, the invalidation of medical mysteries, as well as the importance of healing personal trauma. This episode is dedicated to all the warriors out there (Lyme, autoimmune and undiagnosed) who continue to fight for validation, treatment, and healing.  The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Currey Ingram Academy, Promoting Strengths and Supporting Differences. At Currey Ingram Academy, they settle for nothing less than being a global leader for students with learning differences. By promoting strengths and supporting differences, their students receive the education they truly deserve. Learn more here at https://www.curreyingram.org/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ Connect with Liza's Guest, Lexie Walsh of Uncharted Malady Resources for Advocating https://www.unchartedmalady.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/unchartedmalady/ Lexie Walsh is the founder of Uncharted Malady, her online resource in dissecting chronic illness from a patient's perspective, and designing a beneficial platform for the newly diagnosed, chronic illness veterans, and undiagnosed individuals. Uncharted Malady provides applicable resources, promotes chronic illness awareness that goes beyond sharing a message, and generates opportunities for others to share their chronic experiences. After enduring years of remaining undiagnosed, it has become her passion to assist others in advocating for their wellness through mental support and gained knowledge.

In this solo episode, Liza shares the story of how she was able to navigate through a family emergency by being present and deeply aligned. What is alignment? Alignment is simply making a connection with a higher power, a higher level of consciousness, and an infinite source of energy. Why is this so important? Being aligned is Liza's secret to experiencing more ease, more joy, more gratitude, while parenting kids with complex circumstances and even handling crisis. In this episode Liza reveals her Alignment Toolkit with listeners so they can practice a lifestyle of alignment as well. She details the importance of sleep hygiene, radical self-care, intentional movement, and boundaries. This gift is coming to you with divine timing, perfect right before the holidays. You won't want to miss this inspiring story and special episode.  *The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Currey Ingram Academy, Promoting Strengths and Supporting Differences. At Currey Ingram Academy, they settle for nothing less than being a global leader for students with learning differences. By promoting strengths and supporting differences, their students receive the education they truly deserve. Learn more here at https://www.curreyingram.org/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/

Sometimes being gifted doesn't present a gift at all! Many profoundly gifted children have severe emotional struggles and learning differences. So is the case for children who are twice-exceptional, also known as 2e. In this episode, Liza interviews 2e education specialist, school psychologist, and social-emotional intelligence coach Day Sanchez. Day shares her personal story of how being twice-exceptional impacted her mental well-being as a young student and how she was finally able to graduate from high school. Finally, in college, Day was able to immerse herself in subjects that she was passionate about and she Thrived! Listen to this episode to learn more about gifted kids, twice-exceptionalism, and the best support for our 2e kids. The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Currey Ingram Academy, Promoting Strengths and Supporting Differences. At Currey Ingram Academy, they settle for nothing less than being a global leader for students with learning differences. By promoting strengths and supporting differences, their students receive the education they truly deserve. Learn more here at https://www.curreyingram.org/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ About Liza's Guest, Day Sanchez Day Sanchez is an education specialist, school psychologist, and social-emotional intelligence coach dedicated to supporting the optimal cognitive, creative, and social-emotional development of twice-exceptional (2e) and highly sensitive children. She collaborates with parents to guide children in rewiring their brain for positive mindsets, developing positive behaviors, and building important habits and skills so they can experience success, improve their self-esteem and confidence, and explore their gifts and talents. Day's experience with gifted children began with her younger brother, who is now a successful and thriving young adult. She has worked with hundreds of students, from preschool through high school, presenting a wide range of learning, behavior, and social-emotional difficulties. Day has experienced learning, processing, and executive functioning challenges herself and has developed a variety of strategies to help children with similar needs. Her approach draws on social and emotional learning, positive psychology, neuroscience, and cognitive behavioral techniques. She created 2e Minds to help 2e children and adolescents realize their full potential and contribute positively to society. Download Day's free guide to help families promote children's talents. https://www.2eminds.com/nurturing-talents-guide/ Connect with Day Sanchez: https://www.instagram.com/2eminds/ https://twitter.com/2eminds https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@daysanchez  https://www.facebook.com/2eMinds

Mama knows best! In this powerful episode, Liza interviews Amanda Dahl, Certified Holistic Health Consultant and co-owner of Dahl Holistic Health. Amanda shares the story of how her son with autism ultimately led to their FAMILY'S diagnosis of Lyme disease. Through her intense healing journey, Amanda tapped into a very special gift. Today, she is helping others in powerful and profound ways including energy work and Lyme coaching. This very happy story sheds light on a mother's transformation through the journey of healing herself and her family. Listen today to be inspired and energized.  The presenting sponsor of Very Happy Stories is Currey Ingram Academy, Promoting Strengths and Supporting Differences. Learn more here: https://www.curreyingram.org/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ About Liza's Guest, Amanda Dahl: Amanda took the energy healing scene by storm after her own intense journey with chronic illness. With her gentle guidance and fresh approach, clients who have "tried everything," enjoy accelerated healing and renewed hope. Physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are considered as Amanda leads clients to a life of health and new possibilities. Amanda and her husband, Christopher, co-own Dahl Holistic Health, where they use energy healing, health and soul coaching, muscle testing, energy sensing, somatic exercises, and mindset work to activate people's vitality so they can thrive! Certified Holistic Health Consultant & Herbalist Certified Emotion Code Practitioner Usui Reiki Ryoho Master Practitioner/Teacher RKMRI Medical Reiki Master Certified Biomagnetic Therapist Dahl Holistic Health www.dahlholistichealth.com 603-496-9692 ph/text Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dahlholistichealth/ Clubhouse: @amandadahl

One of the biggest blocks to healing is the inability to process grief. In this episode, Liza sheds light on the importance of processing grief. Her guest, Lara Kitts, shares the story of how she finally found happiness by way of grieving and routine self-care. Lara is a mother of three daughters and her oldest is severely impaired with multiple conditions including autism, epilepsy and cerebral palsy. After surviving years by living moment to moment, Lara found herself depressed and unwell at rock bottom, so she checked into a grief center where she slowly relearned how to tend to her needs. Today, Lara is committed to a lifestyle of radical self-care, while helping other mothers with special needs children do the same. Listen to this heartfelt conversation for support and validation in your journey. This conversation will inspire you to tend to the grief that is stopping you from transforming into the most empowered version of yourself.  *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza's favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Connect with Liza: Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ About Liza's Guest, Lara Kitts: Lara Kitts is an entrepreneur and a mom.  The oldest of her three daughters has severe impairments and this has shaped Lara's life and her business.  She works to help other parents of kids with special needs find ways to nurture and take care of themselves while they are taking care of their high-needs children. Lara has spent almost two decades advocating within the Special Education system and is the co-founder of an amazing nonprofit organization that supports kids with special needs in her west Michigan community. Lara's Website, Flight Club and Blog https://www.larakitts.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/larakittsllc  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lara.kitts/?hl=en Podcast, Changing Your Dreams: Parenting a Child with Special Needs - https://anchor.fm/larakitts

Join me as I chat with Liza Blas, a storyteller and the host of the Very Happy Stories podcast. She brings hope, empowerment, and validation to parents raising kids with unique challenges. Liza delivers inspiring stories and shares her best practices through her podcast, speaking engagements, and personal transformational coaching. Her stories are inspired by her personal experience navigating the complex conditions of her two children, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, ASD, Tourette's Syndrome, and Lyme disease. We chat about what it means to practice radical self-care, how to flip your mindset to one of empowerment and the benefits of rituals and mushrooms. You'll love to learn practical tips on how to care for yourself while caring for your child. To stay connected with Jess, head to www.jessplusthemess.com. If you are interested in being a guest please contact me at jess@thelucasproject.org I'd love to hear what you think, so please rate and review! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jess-ronne/support

Some people are sensitive, but others are Highly Sensitive People, otherwise known as an HSP. This trait, recognized in the world of psychology, can affect up to twenty percent of the population and greatly affects an individual's nervous system – leaving them in a constant state of fight or flight. You might go through your whole life trying to suppress this trait when it might actually be your greatest superpower yet. In today's interview, Liza speaks with Julie Staub, certified Holistic Wellness Coach, HSP Lifestyle Coach, and Highly Sensitive Person. Julie breaks down the unique characteristics of a highly sensitive person and provides valuable information on realistic lifestyle modifications to maximize your energy and live your best life. This episode will leave you energized! Listen today. *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza's favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Connect with Liza: Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/ More about Liza's Guest: Julie Staub, certified Holistic Wellness Coach, HSP Lifestyle Coach, Highly Sensitive Person and naturally gifted healer. Julie helps Highly Sensitive People clear blocks and obstacles that keep them from relief and ease by creating practical systems that honor their sensitive nature so they can rest and digest. www.juliestaub.com (website) www.instagram.com/hsp.juliestaub (IG) @hsp.juliestaub (profile) www.facebook.com/JulieStaubHWC (FB page) www.clubhouse.com/club/highly-sensitive-peo (HSP Club on Clubhouse) @juliestaub (profile) Join my HSP email list for weekly email:https://view.flodesk.com/pages/60071eb19b717a1de629873d HSP Resource Guide: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/603434b054e75769ef59d25e Mental Health Resource Guide for HSPs:https://view.flodesk.com/pages/60a719fef58a0010a20bcf29

How does a Harvard graduate end up broke, divorced, and working minimum wage? In this episode, Liza interviews Aron Croft, Harvard-trained ADHDer with a Master's degree in Coaching Psychology. Aron shares his personal story of how he was finally diagnosed with ADHD in his mid-thirties. If you are frustrated parenting a kid who seems completely unmotivated, listen to this episode. Aron reveals realistic and reliable best practices to motivate our kids outside of medication. More importantly, he reveals how we can help regulate our kids when they are constantly being bombarded with artificial dopamine hits all day long. This interview is a wake-up call. Kids with ADHD are not going to perform just to make us happy. Find out what lights them up. About Liza's Guest: Aron Croft appeared to have it all when he got into Harvard. But that was the beginning of his demise. He struggled nonstop for 15 years until he was broke, divorced, and earning minimum wage, failing out of his first 7 jobs and businesses. But after getting a Master's degree in Coaching Psychology and a diagnosis of Inattentive ADHD, his life changed. He built a successful Fortune 500 career consulting to companies such as Marriott, Deloitte, Johnson & Johnson, McDonald's, KPMG, and United Healthcare. He also got remarried, and most importantly, discovered how to get sh*t done with a neurodivergent brain. Now he's on a mission to raise awareness about Inattentive ADHD, how it goes under the radar, and how to rebuild your life post-diagnosis. www.HiddenADD.com *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza's favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Connect with Liza: Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/

How does a dyslexic child who never gains reading fluency become a successful CEO and entrepreneur? Listen to this important interview. Liza speaks with Eric McGehearty, founder of Globe Runner. Eric shares his story of how he adapted quickly, advocated early on, and hard-wired everything he learned in class without ever reading by sight and without taking notes. In Eric's story, you hear how one career in his life prepared him for the next. He teaches us the importance of advocacy, adaptive technology, and providing our kids with opportunities for self-efficacy. To support Dyslexia Awareness Month and Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, please share this episode with someone who could use this hopeful and inspiring story. More About Liza's Guest: Eric McGehearty founded Globe Runner in 2009. Over the last 12 years under Eric's leadership the company has become one of the most prominent digital agencies in Dallas and was recognized by INC5000 as one of the fastest-growing companies in the country. Eric volunteers his time to work with and advocate for people with learning differences. A dyslexic himself, he is committed to improving education for those of us that learn differently. In 2016, Eric and Heather founded StandUpLD, a non-profit support network for parents and educators seeking educational resources to support and inspire children with learning differences.  Though McGehearty has achieved success in many fields, the role he cherishes most is that of a husband to his wife Heather and a father to their four children. Connect with Eric: My Business: GlobeRunner.com Our Nonprofit: https://standupld.org/ Dyslexia walk: https://www.bonfire.com/dyslexia-walk-2021/ *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza's favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Connect with Liza: Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/

In this interview, Liza speaks with Tamara Ortegal, health coach and mom. Over ten years ago two of her sons were diagnosed with severe Crohn's disease. Despite their conditions, she was able to collaboratively coach them through their lifestyle changes even at a young age. Today, her sons are thriving and managing their own wellness. Tamara shares the reality of living with chronic illness and how small modifications ensured her sons still had a very fulfilled and normal childhood. Find out how she navigated this journey and empowered her sons.  About Liza's Guest: Tamara Ortegel has worked as a health coach for the past 7 years. In 2009, two of her boys were diagnosed with Crohn's disease. She became very interested in natural ways to support the body. She graduated from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in 2014 and has been helping people identify solutions for wellness ever since. She is an advocate of food-first and recommends Juice Plus+ to all of her clients. Tamara is the host of the Stepping Into Health podcast and enjoys sharing healing stories with her audience. She is pivoting just a bit in September and will be talking on her podcast about Thriving in Midlife. You can find her podcast on Apple and Spotify or connect with via her website http://www.tamaraortegel.com.  Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/tamaraortegel/ *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza's favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Connect with Liza: Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/

Have you accepted adversity? In this episode, Liza interviews the Adversity Rockstar, Aric H. Morrison. Aric is the Award-Winning Author of “Adversity Rockstar: A Systematic Approach to Facing Life's Hardships Head On.” He is also an international speaker and expert in human behavior and managerial leadership. Through his personal story, Aric reveals how he transformed after being faced with the biggest adversity of his life. Moreover, his personal website to update friends and family on the status of his critically ill son quickly went viral and became a global symbol of hope and inspiration around the world. Today Aric shares his mindset to overcome all adversity and his number one piece of advice -- acceptance. Listen to this episode and gain a mindset reset in tackling your own adversity today. Connect with Liza's Guest, Aric H. Morrison https://adversityrockstar.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/authorarichmorrison/ https://www.instagram.com/adversityrockstar/ *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza's favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Connect with Liza: Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/

Are you faced with making difficult decisions regarding your child's mental health? Is your child's anxiety or depression severe and elevated? In this episode, Liza brings you a healthy dose of joyful courage, with Casey O'Roarty, author, parent educator and facilitator of personal growth. Together, Liza and Casey unpack the stress and anxiety of the season, which Casey calls, “the fall apart” fall. In her story, Casey reveals a dark point in her life when she was faced with admitting her teen daughter into a program for anxiety. Like Casey's daughter, so many of our kids are struggling beyond our parental scope and many of us have had to consult with outside teams, specialists, and even outside programs, like in-patient programs and partial hospitalization programs for a higher level of care. Learn how Casey was able to find the courage to be a solid presence for her daughter, instead of being stuck in fear. If you have concerns about your own child's mental well-being or if you are looking for guidance and validation through these complex circumstances, this is an important episode to hear. Connect with Liza's Guest, Casey O'Roarty: https://www.joyfulcourage.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joyful_courage/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/joyfulcourage Joyful Courage Podcast - https://www.joyfulcourage.com/jcp/ *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza's favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Connect with Liza: Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter at http://VeryHappyStories.com/.

It's a new season of storytelling. In this episode, Liza reveals a recent breakdown that ultimately led to a timely breakthrough. Liza tells the story of how a routine dog walk with her husband brought on an emotional breakdown at therapy, leading both of them to unpack years of suppressed pain. The breakthrough? It was time for them to heal their partnership! After years of navigating the uncertainty of their children's challenges (including anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, OCD, and Lyme Disease) it was time to re-connect. Learn why our personal breakdowns ARE our breakthroughs in disguise. Liza encourages her listeners to lean into these moments and not be afraid because when they show up, they show us IT'S TIME. This episode will inspire you to set your healing journey in motion. It's time! *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza's favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter on http://VeryHappyStories.com/.

If you have kids with special needs of any sort, this episode is for you. Liza shares her experience raising two kids with serious health challenges and ways her family is addressing the physical, mental and emotional issues with each one. This is the kind of information and support you can only get from a parent in the trenches. Subscribe to her podcast Very Happy Stories for more of this kind of truth telling. Connect with Resources Visit Liza's Website Very Happy Stories Podcast Follow Liza on Instagram Very Happy Stories Podcast Connect with Me: Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com. Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel Follow me on Instagram @tamaraortegel If you sell a product or a service and would be interested in advertising on my podcast, please reach out to me at tamara.ortegel@att.net. I would gladly promote you as a sponsor. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tamara-ortegel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tamara-ortegel/support

Yes, you can thrive with chronic illness and special needs. In fact, you can create a Very Happy Story no matter what challenges you're dealing with on the home front. Liza Blas, a mom of two, created the Very Happy Stories podcast and blog after realizing that her overwhelm was overwhelming her family. She also realized that not talking about her family's challenges -- ADHD, depression, chronic illness, anxiety, suicidal ideation -- was not helpful. "As a mom, you have a tendency to put up a protective barrier and isolate," Blas says, often due to shame, embarrassment and fear of judgment. "But when you share your story, even with just one person, you're helping other people bring down walls. You provide validation and community. Nothing can connect you with another person better than storytelling." She urges overwhelmed parents to practice self-care, which she describes as essential to gaining clarity. "You can't tap into your intuition when you've got your head in the sand," Liza says. "Trusting your gut requires you to be in the present moment." Also important: breaks! Navigating the unknown -- an uncertain diagnosis or treatment plan or worldwide pandemic -- requires mental endurance. You simply cannot sustain focus, concentration and patience indefinitely. Take breaks, and then jump back in. In this episode, Jen, Janet & Liza discuss: The power of storytelling to create connections and decreases stress Parenting kids with special needs, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, sensory processing disorder and chronic illness Discovering/realizing your child has special needs Moving past shame, fear & denial Self-care to gain clarity Adapting your parenting playbook to your child Finding your happiness Managing grief Developing mental endurance Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: Very Happy Stories -- Liza's podcast & website Let's Talk about Our Boys: Are Your Raising a Disrupter? -- Very Happy Stories episode featuring Janet & Jen Boy Talk Blueprint — Janet's guide to better conversations w your son! ADHD with Ryan Wexelblatt the ADHD Dude -- ON BOYS episode Sensory Processing Disorder with Nancy Peske -- ON BOYS episode Depression and Anxiety in Boys -- ON BOYS episode

Liza Blas, the host of the Very Happy Stories podcast and Empowerment Coach, shares with us her story about raising kids with unique circumstances like chronic illness, neurodiversity, and mental illness. She provides us with valuable guidance by sharing her journey from surviving to thriving. *New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel! If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor. Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to  Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show! 3 Takeaways: If mom is happy, everyone is happy Symptoms of viruses existing in the body are triggered by a weakened immune system Trust yourself, take leaps of faith Liza Blas is a "Thrive Guide" to parents who are raising kids with chronic illness, mental illness, and neurodiversity. She shares her best practices for a happier, calmer, more fulfilled life. Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we're over 25 thousand strong! Join the Mindful Parenting waitlist. Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/ Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com. Be sure to check out this deal from this week's sponsor: Get 10% off all products on your first order with promo code MINDFUL at OSEAmalibu.com.

COMMUNITY IS EVERYTHING! Join the Joyful Courage Tribe in our community Facebook groups: Live and Love with Joyful CourageJoyful Courage for Parents of Teens :::: My guest today is Liza Blas. Lisa is the host of the Very Happy Stories podcast. She brings hope, empowerment, and inspiration to her audience by shining light on complex topics impacting many families today. Liza's stories are inspired by her own experiences raising two kids, both suffering from conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD and even Lyme disease.  Liza shares her best practices through her Very Happy Stories podcast, speaking engagements and personal coaching, where she serves as a Thrive Guide to parents who are struggling.  Before launching her podcast, Liza was a successful commercial real estate broker specializing in the development of medical facilities, surgical centers and build-to-suit properties.  Takeaways from the show: Liza's family story of Lyme disease Struggles of your kids get you where you need to be Being in difficult times with peace and acceptance Speaking to acceptance Ways to use gratitude Forgiveness Self care as a non-negotiable Where to find Liza: Website | FaceBook | Podcast What does joyful courage mean to you? I love that term. For me it's how do you want to live your life? In love or fear? I love the two words together because it gives you the permission to be joyful and loving and add some fun into the fearful moments of life. Joyful courage to me is how I want to live. That's what I want to model for my kids. See you next week!! :) :::: Join the Email List!! Sign up for the Joyful Courage Email list now and enjoy 7 Tips for Connecting with your Teens. I will share with you 7 tips over 7 days that, if you put them into practice, WILL make a difference in your relationship with your kids. Each day you will get an ACTION step and BONUS step if you are feeling like an overachiever. Head to www.joyfulcourage.com/email. Sign up and stay more connected!! :::: Living Joyful Courage Membership for Moms of Tweens and Teens  I am so excited to let you know that JULY enrollment is open for the Living Joyful Courage Membership program. Each quarter members get: A 30 minute one on one call with me Twice monthly group calls A private book club A content rich webinar A virtual retreat Ongoing support and connection in out community space PLUS access to all past teen summits during your time in the membership…. This is a group for moms of tweens and teens. Moms who are looking for that extra layer of growing and learning around showing up through the twists and turns of adolescence. Here's what some of the mamas are saying: “It is great to know that I have a place to go when I'm really struggling with parenting. I feel more hope having this group.” “I don't feel as alone, it's so nice to communicate with so many Mom's who have an idea of what I'm experiencing. I've never felt supported in my parenting journey before and you help me feel supported, thank you Casey! I love the community space. It's so helpful to be able to reach out for support when I'm experiencing a parenting challenge and to be able to support other Moms who need support too.” The membership doors will be open through the month of July!! Go to joyfulcourage.com/ljc to get signed up. :::: Teaching Parenting The Positive Discipline Way Teaching Parenting The Positive Discipline Way is a 6 session online workshop  designed to support participants in learning all they need to teach the Parenting the Positive Discipline Way curriculum.  Developed by Lynn Lott and Jane Nelsen, this program provides a step-by-step approach to starting and leading experientially based parenting groups and classes. This curriculum can stand alone or can offer significant enhancement to other parenting program; it emphasizes experiential activities that reach the heart to inspire deeper understanding and change. 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Today's story highlights one mom's journey to healing which came in the form of -- the breakdown. Liza's guest today is Emily Johnson, a registered nurse and the owner of Hot Yoga Cape Cod. Emily also serves as an integrative nurse coach. In January of 2020 she became a member of a club no one wants to belong to when her son became acutely ill and was diagnosed with PANDAS.  A year later Emily founded The PANS Party Project to support and celebrate parents of children who have a neuroimmune disorder.  Emily's story is one of grief, healing and transformation. She reveals her best practices and how she slowly crawled out of the victim mindset. Even simple daily practices like movement, creativity, being present (with your mind and body), and finding gratitude go a long way! Together, Liza and Emily discuss how they both find empowerment despite raising children impacted by complex neurological and often psychiatric conditions. Don't miss this inspirational story and the last episode of season two. About Liza's Guest: Emily Johnson is a recovered DIY'er. She is a source of strength and inspiration for many.  As a registered nurse and the owner of Hot Yoga Cape Cod she believes deeply in unifying the body, mind, and spirit in order to achieve optimal health.  Emily serves and supports clients as an integrative nurse coach and focuses her teaching on mental and physical health benefits of a mindfulness practice. In January of 2020 she became a member of a club no one wants to belong to when her son became acutely ill and was diagnosed with PANDAS.  A year later she founded The PANS Party Project to support and celebrate parents of children who have a neuroimmune disorder.  Emily is a steadfast advocate, mental health ally, and kitchen dance party enthusiast. She lives on Cape Cod in Massachusetts with her husband Ty and her 2 sons (Miles + Will).  IG: https://www.instagram.com/emilyjohnsonrn/  https://www.instagram.com/thepanspartyproject/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/emilyjRN Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emily.johnson.56211/ Website: https://www.thepanspartyproject.com/ www.emilyjohnsonrn.com The Kindness Rocks Project: https://www.instagram.com/thekindnessrocksproject/ https://www.thekindnessrocksproject.com/ *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza's favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  https://www.facebook.com/veryhappystorieswithLizaBlas https://www.instagram.com/lizasveryhappystories/ -   Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. https://deft-builder-6983.ck.page/c3faebc92e -   Subscribe to Liza's newsletter on http://VeryHappyStories.com. -  Read Liza's Very Happy Stories Blog. https://www.veryhappystories.com/blog -   Find out if Liza can help you by clicking here and schedule your free consultation through her calendar.

In this episode, Liza brings in boy experts Janet Allison and Jennifer L.W. Fink, co-hosts of ON BOYS podcast. Together, they discuss the boys who just do not fit the mold and more than that, they disrupt their environment. It's often the case that our disrupters can cause parents frustration, exhaustion and even anger, but there is so much beneath their disrupting behaviors. Many of our boys have ADHD, anxiety, sensory processing issues and/or learning differences. This episode discusses their many strengths and the areas we really need to stay focused on including connection with our boys and supporting their interests and passions. Learn useful ways to navigate conversations, allow their spirit to flourish, build confidence, and just be brave when we wrestle with big questions, like homeschooling. This one is for the boys.  About the guests of this episode: Janet Allison is the Founder of Boys Alive! and the Co-Host of the ON BOYS Parenting Podcast. With more than 20 years of experience coaching parents, mentoring teachers, and being the featured parenting expert on both radio and TV, Janet loves empowering parents and teachers with proven tools and strategies to raise boys to be confident, caring and capable adults. Find her popular Boy TALK Blueprint here and pave the way for great conversations with your son! Jennifer L.W. Fink, RN, BSN is the founder of BuildingBoys.net and a writer specializing in health, education and parenting. She's also the mother of four boys. Jennifer's articles about boys have appeared in The Washington Post, Parents magazine, Parade magazine and FOX News. You can follow her on Facebook and Twitter. *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza's favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  Download Liza's free Thrive Guide for more of Liza's best practices on empowerment and happiness. Subscribe to Liza's newsletter on VeryHappyStories.com. Read Liza's Very Happy Stories Blog. Find out if Liza can help you by clicking here and schedule your free consultation through her calendar.

Is your coping mechanism for a rough day a bad habit?  Liza’s guest, Christie Cuthbert, made the decision to stop drinking wine for one entire year after the stress of 2020 turned her love of wine into a routine and bad habit. Can you relate? Christie Cuthbert is an author and mom of four boys, including triplets. As the demands of parenting increase, some of us turn to bad habits to cope. Breaking our routine of bad habits requires a thoughtful plan so Christie suggests having a support system to have your back, as well as committing to a hard stop. Releasing bad habits is part of the journey towards personal empowerment. Listen and learn how this mom is using an entire year to let go of her bad habit in order to re-establish her love of wine. About today’s guest: Christie Cutbert is an author and mom of four boys, including triplets. In 2020 she published "Mom! I Farted in Church" One Type A Mama's Journey Learning to Laugh and Let Go, and in 2021 she published a children's book, "The Mischief Makers." Prior to writing books she was a journalist for 18 years, writing for multiple publications including Today Show Parenting Team, Scary Mommy, San Antonio Woman's Magazine and more. You can find out more about her and her books at www.christiecuthbert.com, or follow along on Instagram @christiecuthbert *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza’s favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  -   Download Liza’s free Thrive Guide for more of Liza’s best practices on empowerment and happiness. -   Subscribe to Liza’s newsletter on VeryHappyStories.com. -  Read Liza’s Very Happy Stories Blog. -   Find out if Liza can help you by clicking here and schedule your free consultation through her calendar.

Episode 69 | Liza’s Story - A daugther with Lyme Disease “I don’t think I would have ever done the work on myself had it not been for my daughter’s struggle.” Katie, Certified Child Life Specialist talks with Liza Blas from Very Happy Stories. We talk about: +How Liza found her purpose and began her own healing journey +Liza believes her daughter's highly sensitive characteristics played into her chronic health issues +Resources to help other parents going through experiences like theirs Resources recommended in this episode for hospitalized families facing chronic health issues: Epidemic answers We are sponsored by: Jambo Books A Jambo Books subscription is like hitting the easy button for great diverse literature for your children. Every month, Jambo Books sends you 2 or 3 age-appropriate fiction books that star children of color. Jambo Books is a great gift for baby showers, birthdays, holidays or just because. Jambo serves children from birth to age 13. Have you heard? The Child Life On Call mobile app for parents, kids and their care team will be available in 2022. Sign up to stay informed here. Child Life On Call is a community of parents and professionals that share ideas, stories and resources to help YOU navigate your child’s unique experiences. We give you strategies to support yourself and your family through life’s challenges. We are so glad you are here. Child Life On Call | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Some people devote their lives to living healthy. That was the case for Liza’s guest, Deborah Herlax Enos. Deborah is a certified nutritionist and has been in the healthcare industry for over 30 years, so she was the last person you’d expect to be diagnosed with breast cancer. Through Deborah’s journey, Liza served as her cancer mentor and the two reflect on how the experience changes women and what Deborah is most grateful for today. First, she stopped being a lifelong people-pleaser and discusses the distinction between being a peacekeeper and a peacemaker. A peacemaker can sometimes ruffle feathers, but comes from a place of empowerment and also stems from love. Moreover, Deborah re-learned how to authentically love herself, instead of loving the idea of what people think of her. You do not need a cancer diagnosis to self-heal and find self-love. Listen to this episode and start your own transformational journey of self-healing today About today’s guest, Deborah Herlax Enos, CN. Deborah is a certified nutritionist, nationally known healthy living expert, and health coach for high-performance executives. Deborah is a regular on Q13 FOX News, NBC, and CBS and is The One Minute Wellness Coach for The Doctors TV Show. She's designed health coaching programs for executives and employees at Costco Wholesale, Caterpillar, Boeing, Amazon, and Waste Connections. She designs programs knowing that busy executives and entrepreneurs usually put their health and wellness at the bottom of their list.  Her programs are designed to help them overcome health obstacles in an expeditated way. She assists her clients in changing their mindset to level up their health, all while creating practical, healthy habits that will last a lifetime. Deborah holds a bachelor's degree in Health Science with special study and university certification in Exercise Science. She also has additional certifications from American Health Science University as a certified nutritionist and has a double certification from the American College of Sports Medicine. Deborah lives in Sammamish, WA, with her husband. Fun Fact: Deborah was the health coach for the rock band Metallica.  FB: @DebsHealthCoachKitchen Twitter: @DebsHealthKitch Instagram: @debshealthcoachkitchen www.DeborahEnos.com *This episode is sponsored by Green Compass CBD.* Liza’s favorite CBD brand for her family is Green Compass, which is USDA Certified Organic. Click here to learn more. https://veryhappystories.greencompassglobal.com/ Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  -   Download Liza’s free Thrive Guide for more of Liza’s best practices on empowerment and happiness. -   Subscribe to Liza’s newsletter on VeryHappyStories.com. -  Read Liza’s Very Happy Stories Blog. -   Find out if Liza can help you by clicking here and schedule your free consultation through her calendar.

Liza Blas is a storyteller and the host of the Very Happy Stories podcast. She brings hope, empowerment, and validation to parents raising kids with unique challenges. Liza delivers inspiring stories and shares her best practices for healing through her podcast, speaking engagements, and personal transformational coaching. Her stories are inspired by her personal experiences raising two children, both challenged with conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, PANDAS and chronic Lyme disease. Prior to launching her podcast, Liza was a top commercial real estate broker and developed IVF medical facilities, autism schools and surgical centers in the Chicagoland area. In her free time Liza enjoys yoga, entertaining friends with yummy gluten free and dairy free dishes and spending time with her family. Host, Lara Kitts Website, Flight Club and Blog https://www.larakitts.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/larakittsllc Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lara.kitts/?hl=en Guest, Liza Blas Instagram https://www.instagram.com/veryhappystoriespodcast/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/larakitts/message

In this episode, Liza interviews Dr. Bill Rawls, a leading expert in Lyme disease, integrative health, and herbal medicine. In the middle of his successful medical career, Dr. Rawls’ life was interrupted by Lyme disease. As he struggled to overcome it, he explored nearly every treatment possible – from conventional medicine to a range of alternative therapies. Learn why Lyme is more complex than just getting bit by a tick and discover how Illness goes back to gut balance and gut microbes. Healing involves cultivating a healthy gut and healthy cells in the body. Listen to this episode to find out how you can restore your own body and heal. About Dr. Bill Rawls: Bill Rawls is an OB-GYN and leading expert in Lyme disease, integrative health, and herbal medicine. In the middle of his successful medical career, Dr. Rawls’ life was interrupted by Lyme disease. As he struggled to overcome it, he explored nearly every treatment possible – from conventional medicine to a range of alternative therapies. In the process, Dr. Rawls discovered a dearth of knowledge about Lyme disease in the medical community, and a shocking amount of controversy and confusion around causes, diagnosis, and treatment that left thousands of patients confused, unsupported, and chronically ill. An avid reader and lifelong student, Dr. Rawls studied all of the research available on Lyme disease and put everything he learned into practice in his own life. Ultimately, it was a combination of diet, lifestyle, and herbal therapy that resulted in his recovery. In the more than 10 years since Dr. Rawls has helped thousands of patients find their path to healing from Lyme disease and chronic illness. He is the author of the best-selling book Unlocking Lyme, and the Medical Director of RawlsMD.com and Vital Plan, an online holistic health company and Certified B Corporation®. Get your FREE copy of Dr. Rawls’ book, Unlocking Lyme. Click here. https://rawlsmd.com/books/unlocking-lyme Celebrating Lyme Awareness Month: Liza is donating all proceeds from her “Gratitude Hats” to the LymeLight Foundation to support Lyme Awareness Month. Grab your hat and grab a few for your friends who inspire you most. Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  -   Download Liza’s free Thrive Guide for more of Liza’s best practices on empowerment and happiness. -   Subscribe to Liza’s newsletter on VeryHappyStories.com. -   Find out if Liza can help you by clicking here and schedule your free consultation through her calendar. Are you a fan of the Very Happy Stories podcast? If Very Happy Stories has made a positive impact in your day, please leave a rating and review. The more ratings and reviews this podcast receives, the more others will find it and can start working on their own healing journey. I encourage you to share your own personal story and share this podcast too. Thank you, friends. Happy Day!

Do we have a false sense of what happiness is? The world is full of people seeking happiness. But what makes us happy enough? How do we determine what will make us happy and fulfilled? In this episode, Liza unpacks these questions with Aleta Norris, best-selling author of “Women Who Spark.” Aleta spent almost twenty years as a single-mom busy professional, and she cracked a code along the way. The code for happiness, confidence and purpose. Listen to this episode as Aleta introduces us to a formula for showing up in our lives with happiness and confidence, regardless of what other women around us are doing, and in spite of any of our own setbacks along the way. Start being accountable for your own happiness by listening to this inspirational conversation kick-starter. LAST CHANCE to sign up for Aleta’s Summit, the 2021 Women Who Spark After 50 Virtual Summit.   Liza Blas is speaking at this inspiration-packed virtual summit with 30 other amazing women to help REIGNITE your life! This virtual summit takes place May 3rd  through May 7. Drop in for the sessions that YOU want to enjoy.  Liza’s session will be focused on Breaking the Cycle of Self-Sacrifice on Monday, May 3rd. Registration is free. Click here to register. (https://aleta.mykajabi.com/a/45352/R8dgk27Z) *This episode is sponsored by the Mindful Parenting Method.  Mindful Parenting was created by my friend Hunter Clarke-Fields, Mindful Mama Mentor, to help parents lower their reactivity and create cooperation without punishment. Her teachings combine the power of mindfulness and self-compassion with skillful communication. It’s life-changing. Want to learn more? The first step is to watch her free masterclass, The 5 Step Method for Creating Calm, Cooperative Families. In it you’ll learn: 3 of the BIGGEST mistakes to avoid if you want cooperation from your children. WHY your child isn’t listening to your requests and what to do about it. How to keep calm and create strong, loving relationships WITHOUT using punishments and threats. Click here to grab a time to register >>> https://hunteryoga.lpages.co/webinar/?affiliate=lblas You’ll learn a ton just from the masterclass. About Today’s Guest: Aleta Norris, best-selling author of “Women Who Spark”, loves helping women live their best lives, in spite of the daily overwhelming challenges and uncertainties. Inspired by her own experience as a single mother and busy professional for nearly two decades, Aleta will show you how to create a life you love. Aleta is especially passionate about helping mid-life women lean into their amazing future selves with commitments to day-to-day extraordinary decisions, goals and habits, designed to help them live a long life of happiness, confidence and purpose.  As a certified Life Purpose® coach, she has been supporting and coaching women for nearly 20 years. She is also the co-founder of Living As A Leader, a national leadership training, coaching and consulting firm.  Connect with Aleta Norris in any of these places:  Women Who Spark www.aletanorris.com Media Page https://aletanorris.com/about/media/ Facebook Community:  Women Who Spark Tribe https://www.facebook.com/groups/WomenWhoSpark Women Who Spark Foundation www.womenwhosparkfoundation.com Instagram www.instagram.com/aletanorris Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram  -   Download Liza’s free Thrive Guide for more of Liza’s best practices on empowerment and happiness. -   Subscribe to Liza’s newsletter on VeryHappyStories.com. -   Find out if Liza can help you by clicking here and schedule your free consultation through her calendar.

Do you ever question the health of your child? Maybe something is just not right, but you aren’t getting the answers you need. Today’s guest is Maria Rickert Hong, former Wall Street analyst turned Certified Holistic Health Counselor and author of the bestselling book Almost Autism, Recovering Children from Sensory Processing Disorder.  Maria’s story centers around the chronic conditions of her two sons and how she was able to heal them and help them recover from what we refer to as “epidemic illnesses” affecting kids today (ASD, sensory processing, allergies, asthma, ADHD, anxiety, emotional dysregulation). Maria’s story highlights taking your power back and empowering yourself in a journey that can be full of medical frustration and confusion. Listen to this episode for a recovery plan and answers in healing your own family. This episode is sponsored by the 2021 Women Who Spark After 50 Virtual Summit.  Liza Blas is speaking at this inspiration-packed virtual summit with 30 other amazing women to help REIGNITE your life! This virtual summit takes place May 3rd  through May 7. Drop in for the sessions that YOU want to enjoy.  Liza’s session will be focused on Breaking the Cycle of Self-Sacrifice on Monday, May 3rd. Registration is free. Click here to register. (https://aleta.mykajabi.com/a/45352/R8dgk27Z) Maria Rickert Hong is a former Wall Street sell-side equity research analyst who is now a Certified Holistic Health Counselor.  She is the author of the bestselling book Almost Autism: Recovering Children from Sensory Processing Disorder and the co-author of Brain Under Attack: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers of Children with PANS, PANDAS, and Autoimmune Encephalitis. Maria is the Education and Media Director for Epidemic Answers, the 501(c)3 sponsoring non-profit of The Documenting Hope Project. She can be reached at www.MariaRickertHong.com Learn more about Epidemic Answers: https://epidemicanswers.org/ https://documentinghope.com/ https://www.mariarickerthong.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Almost-Autism-Recovering-Processing-Practitioners/dp/0990904105 https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692133275 Follow Liza and Very Happy Stories on Facebook and Instagram Download Liza’s free Thrive Guide for more of Liza’s best practices on empowerment and happiness. -   Subscribe to Liza’s newsletter on VeryHappyStories.com. -   Find out if Liza can help you by clicking here and schedule your free consultation through her calendar.

This episode is a topic I have never discussed on the show, so when I bumped into Liza Blas on Instagram, I knew I had to bring her on the show. Liza is an Empowerment Coach extraordinaire, mentor, and I quickly realized we have a lot of things in common. Not only is Liza a fellow podcaster – her podcast Very Happy Stories, Heal with Liza Blas invites inspiring guests to share stories of healing and to help listeners become the most empowered versions of themselves – but Liza is also a fellow mother. Her life and her family have been impacted by mental illness, neurodiversity, Lyme disease, and even PANS (Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome). Through navigating the challenges of raising two very unique kids and dealing with her own severe depression, Liza provides empathy, validation, and hope to parents with similar struggles. I am an independent podcaster and your monthly donations and partnerships help more than you can imagine - Join my Legacy membership on Patreon. Legacies are the founding members of a brand new type of mental health support channel and membership site where we empower and uplift each other and learn how to live healed and whole after traumatic life events. This is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by looking forward together!Join my Legacy membership on Patreon.https://www.patreon.com/judgingmeghan/membership#mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #abuserecovery #traumahealing #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #podcasts #selfhelp #diet #dieting #food #addiction #addictionrecovery #foodaddict #lgbt #lgbtq #lgbtqsupport #fentanyl #epidemic #marijuana #overdose #drugawareness #parenthood #drugs #teenagers #death #tragedy #lymedisease #pans #parentsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/judging-meghan/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy