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247. When Normal Isn’t Healthy: Why Midlife Women Feel Off (Even When Their Labs Look Fine)

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Do you ever feel exhausted, foggy, moody, or “off” in your own skin—even though your doctor says your labs look normal? You’re not imagining it. In this episode of Aligned Vitality, Tanya unpacks why “normal” isn’t the same as “healthy,” especially for women in midlife.
We’ll explore:
The gap between disease detection and true health
What functional health and functional lab testing reveal that standard labs miss
How chronic stress and hormone shifts in midlife affect your energy, mood, and metabolism
The spiritual truth that symptoms are signals, not shame
Practical first steps to begin reclaiming your vitality
If you’re tired of guessing and ready for answers, this conversation will give you hope, validation, and a roadmap forward.
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
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3 Ways To Connect With Me:
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2️⃣ COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Book a FREE discovery call with me to find out more about functional health coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/coaching
 
3️⃣ CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/contact
 
"Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they’re meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!" 
 
If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, I’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.
 
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246. A New Chapter: Why the Podcast Is Rebranding (and What It Means for You)

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In this episode, Tanya shares the heart behind her podcast rebrand from The Grace Filled Leader to Aligned Vitality for Midlife Leaders. Discover why this shift matters, what’s staying the same, and what exciting new content is coming your way.
For years, Tanya has helped women lead with grace, overcome people-pleasing, and manage their time and energy with intention. But as God has expanded her calling, Tanya has been going “back to school” to earn her certification as a Functional Health Practitioner. This new training, combined with her 27 years in healthcare leadership, allows her to serve midlife women leaders with both professional expertise and personal experience.
If you’re a woman navigating leadership, faith, and the challenges of midlife health — from stress and burnout to perimenopause symptoms — this episode will encourage you, equip you, and give you a vision for what’s ahead.
Listen in to learn how aligning your health, leadership, and faith can help you thrive with vitality, purpose, and peace.
 
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
Episode Resources:
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3 Ways To Connect With Me:
1️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others navigating life and leadership ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/community
 
2️⃣ COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Book a FREE discovery call with me to find out more about functional health coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/coaching
 
3️⃣ CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/contact
 
"Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they’re meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!" 
 
If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, I’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.
 
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Reminder:  The information you hear on this show is not meant to diagnose, manage or treat disease.  Always consult with your own health practitioner before you make any changes to your health.

245. From Surviving to Abundant Living: The Next Chapter as God Expands the Mission

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In this heartfelt episode, Tanya shares her personal journey from striving and burnout to discovering abundant living through God’s design for whole-person wellness.
The Grace Filled Leader began with a mission to help women surrender their leadership and daily lives to the Lord — finding victory and freedom from people-pleasing, anxiety, and exhaustion. But as Tanya continued to grow and heal, God led her deeper: into her own wellness journey, functional health training, and the realization that abundant living means aligning body, mind, and spirit with His beautiful design.
Listen in as Tanya celebrates passing her final oral exam to become a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, reflects on her spiritual and physical healing journey, and prepares listeners for the exciting rebrand ahead: Aligned Vitality for Midlife Leaders.
If you’ve ever felt burned out, stuck in brain fog, overwhelmed by stress, or out of sync with your health, this episode will encourage you with hope, vision, and the reminder that God designed you for vitality and abundant life.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The origins of The Grace Filled Leader and its message of grace and surrender in leadership.
How Tanya’s own struggles with stress, burnout, and health became part of her faith journey.
Why she went “back to school” to become a Functional Health Practitioner.
What “abundant living” truly means in midlife.
How the upcoming rebrand reflects a mission expansion — not a departure.
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
 
Episode Resources:
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3 WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME:
FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others navigating life and leadership ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/community
 
COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Get on the waitlist for functional health coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/health
 
CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/contact
 
"Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they’re meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!" 
 
If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, I’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.
 
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Reminder:  The information you hear on this show is not meant to diagnose, manage or treat disease.  Always consult with your own health practitioner before you make any changes to your health.

244. From Anxiety to Hope: My Journey to Finally Feeling Happy ☺️

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For decades, Tanya lived with crippling anxiety. From pushing through finals in college to showing up for her family and leading in healthcare, she wore a mask of strength while silently dreading each new day.
In this deeply personal episode, Tanya opens up about the weight of living with anxiety since childhood, the years of silently wishing for relief, and the moment — at 51 years old — when she finally realized she could say, “I am happy.”
This isn’t a story of quick fixes or surface-level positivity. It’s a story of healing from the inside out: through faith, mindset renewal, and functional health at the cellular level.
If you’ve ever felt consumed by anxiety or wondered if joy was still possible, this episode will remind you that you are not broken, you are not alone, and you are not without hope.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why anxiety often hides behind achievement and responsibility
How Tanya pushed through decades of crippling anxiety while leading and caring for others
The role of spiritual health, mindset, and functional healing in her journey
Why hope and healing are possible, even after years of struggle
An invitation to embrace the messy middle as a launch pad for the best years ahead
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
Episode Resources:
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5 Ways To Connect With Me:
1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE Coaching Call now! Get personalized and practical strategies for work-life balance. Start your grace-filled life and leadership journey ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workwithme
 
2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others navigating life and leadership ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/community
 
3️⃣ FREE WORKSHOP: Watch my FREE “Conquer Your Email Inbox” workshop! It's your key to jumpstart productivity ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workshop
 
4️⃣ COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Get on the waitlist for functional health coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/health
 
5️⃣CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/contact
 
"Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they’re meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!" 
 
If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, I’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.
 
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Reminder:  The information you hear on this show is not meant to diagnose, manage or treat disease.  Always consult with your own health practitioner before you make any changes to your health.

Light in the Darkness: Reflections on the Tragic Loss of Charlie Kirk💔

In today’s impromptu episode, I share my heart in response to the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk. At just 31 years old, Charlie was a husband, father, son, and brother in Christ. He lived with conviction, courage, and deep faith, creating spaces for open dialogue and debate on college campuses.
No matter our political views, this loss should grieve us all. A young wife shouldn’t have to fear for her husband’s life because he used his voice for faith and freedom.
As believers, we grieve—but we don’t grieve without hope. Scripture reminds us that God can work all things for good (Romans 8:28), and that His faithful servants are welcomed home with joy (Matthew 25:23). In this episode, I reflect on Charlie’s legacy, the spiritual battle we face, and the call for Christians to shine brighter in a darkening world.
This episode is an invitation to pray for his family, to stand firm in God’s Word, and to recommit ourselves to living boldly for Christ.

243. When Anxiety Runs Deep: Healing Beyond Pills Through Functional Health

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Is anxiety really “all in your head”? Not exactly.
In this deeply personal episode, Tanya shares her lifelong journey with anxiety — from childhood panic to decades on medication — and why, for the first time, she feels hopeful about a future beyond pills.
You’ll learn the truth about the gut-brain connection: while serotonin made in the gut doesn’t directly cross into the brain, gut health still plays a critical role in mood regulation. Discover how leaky gut, maldigestion, and liver congestion compromise nutrient absorption and neurotransmitter production, and how inflammation can shift the brain away from serotonin balance.
Tanya also explores:
The nutrients your body needs to build serotonin in the brain
How SSRIs work (and their long-term limitations)
Why gut and liver health matter for mental health
A functional health approach to addressing anxiety at the root
If you’ve ever wondered why anxiety won’t let go, this episode will give you hope, practical insight, and a faith-filled reminder: healing is possible.
 
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
Episode Resources:
 
GFL Episode Catalog
 
5 Ways To Connect With Me:
1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE Coaching Call now! Get personalized and practical strategies for work-life balance. Start your grace-filled life and leadership journey ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workwithme
 
2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others navigating life and leadership ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/community
 
3️⃣ FREE WORKSHOP: Watch my FREE “Conquer Your Email Inbox” workshop! It's your key to jumpstart productivity ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workshop
 
4️⃣ COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Get on the waitlist for functional health coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/health
 
5️⃣CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/contact
 
"Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they’re meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!" 
 
If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, I’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.
 
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Reminder:  The information you hear on this show is not meant to diagnose, manage or treat disease.  Always consult with your own health practitioner before you make any changes to your health.

242. When Your Thoughts Become Energy Vampires: Taking Every Thought Captive for Health and Peace

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Do you ever feel like your thoughts are draining you more than the people around you? In this episode of the podcast, Tanya unpacks how our own minds can act like “energy vampires,” robbing us of peace, joy, and even physical health.
Discover the connection between chronic stress, cortisol, and functional health, and why your body can’t tell the difference between real events and the thoughts you replay over and over. Tanya also shares what Scripture teaches about renewing our minds and taking every thought captive—and how these truths align beautifully with what science reveals about the brain and body.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why negative thought loops trigger the same stress response as real danger
How chronic stress disrupts digestion, hormones, and immunity
Practical ways to pause, redirect, and reframe thoughts using both science and Scripture
Small, daily habits that busy women can use to protect their peace and restore energy
How practicing thought stewardship can help you lead, live, and love with greater freedom
If you’re tired of feeling stuck in worry, fear, or self-criticism, this episode will help you find practical tools and faith-filled encouragement to reclaim your joy and energy.
 
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
Episode Resources:
 
GFL Episode Catalog
 
5 Ways To Connect With Me:
1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE Coaching Call now! Get personalized and practical strategies for work-life balance. Start your grace-filled life and leadership journey ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workwithme
 
2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others navigating life and leadership ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/community
 
3️⃣ FREE WORKSHOP: Watch my FREE “Conquer Your Email Inbox” workshop! It's your key to jumpstart productivity ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workshop
 
4️⃣ COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Get on the waitlist for functional health coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/health
 
5️⃣CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/contact
 
"Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they’re meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!" 
 
If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, I’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.
 
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Reminder:  The information you hear on this show is not meant to diagnose, manage or treat disease.  Always consult with your own health practitioner before you make any changes to your health.

241. Own the Morning, Win the Season: How Small Shifts Lead to Big Breakthroughs in Midlife

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In this episode, we are talking about the real reason so many high-capacity women feel burned out, overwhelmed, and spiritually depleted — and it’s not because they aren’t doing enough. It’s because they’re doing everything without margin, alignment, or presence.
You’ll learn how small daily shifts — starting with your mornings — can lead to massive breakthroughs in your health, mindset, and leadership impact. I’ll also share a simple framework to reset your rhythm, reclaim your mornings, and step into your next season with purpose and peace.
We’ll explore:
Why the idea of “doing more” is actually keeping you stuck
How the nervous system, hormones, and your calendar are connected
A 3-step morning reset to help you get out of survival mode
Why personal responsibility and surrender go hand-in-hand
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
 
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#Live100Inspired #PerimenopauseSupport #NervousSystemHealth #BurnoutRecovery #SmallStepsBigChange
#ChristianLifeCoach #MindBodySpiritWellness #ShowUpWithPurpose
 
Episode Resources:
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5 Ways To Connect With Me:
1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE Coaching Call now! Get personalized and practical strategies for work-life balance. Start your grace-filled life and leadership journey ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workwithme
 
2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others navigating life and leadership ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/community
 
3️⃣ FREE WORKSHOP: Watch my FREE “Conquer Your Email Inbox” workshop! It's your key to jumpstart productivity ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workshop
 
4️⃣ COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Get on the waitlist for functional health coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/health
 
5️⃣CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/contact
 
"Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they’re meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!" 
 
If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, I’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.
 
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Reminder:  The information you hear on this show is not meant to diagnose, manage or treat disease.  Always consult with your own health practitioner before you make any changes to your health.

240. 🔵Blue Zones & Leadership: Why Longevity (and a Healthy Workplace) Requires Community

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What if the secret to a longer, healthier, more joy-filled life wasn’t found in a supplement or the latest health trend—but in your daily habits and the culture you live in?
In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of Blue Zones—regions where people routinely live vibrant lives well into their 90s and beyond—and the lifestyle patterns they share.
You’ll learn how these principles can transform your personal health, strengthen your family bonds, and create a thriving workplace culture where everyone’s well-being matters.
We’ll talk about simple, realistic ways busy professionals can apply these habits to both their personal and professional lives, and why it takes a team to sustain a truly healthy culture.
Key Takeaways:
What Blue Zones are and where they’re found
Common lifestyle habits that promote longevity and vitality
How to adapt Blue Zone principles into your daily routine without overhauling your life
Why purpose, connection, and environment are just as important as nutrition and exercise
How leaders can build “healthy culture” in the workplace through shared responsibility and intentional habits
 
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
 
Episode Resources:
GFL Episode Catalog
 
5 Ways To Connect With Me:
1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE Coaching Call now! Get personalized and practical strategies for work-life balance. Start your grace-filled life and leadership journey ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workwithme
 
2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others navigating life and leadership ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/community
 
3️⃣ FREE WORKSHOP: Watch my FREE “Conquer Your Email Inbox” workshop! It's your key to jumpstart productivity ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workshop
 
4️⃣ COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Get on the waitlist for functional health coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/health
 
5️⃣CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/contact
 
"Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they’re meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!" 
 
If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, I’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.
 
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Reminder:  The information you hear on this show is not meant to diagnose, manage or treat disease.  Always consult with your own health practitioner before you make any changes to your health.

239. How to Handle Energy Vampires🧛‍♀️: Protecting Your Peace Without Losing Your Purpose

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Are you doing all the right things but still feel drained? You might be dealing with energy vampires—those people, patterns, and thoughts that quietly deplete your mental, emotional, and spiritual reserves. In today’s episode, we’re diving into how to identify energy vampires (including the ones that live in your own head), what Scripture teaches about stewarding your energy, and grace-filled strategies to stop the leaks—without cutting people off or losing your purpose.
We’ll talk about signs of energy depletion, the four types of energy vampires, and practical boundaries for Christian women in leadership who want to lead with peace instead of performance.
You’ll walk away with biblical truth, nervous system wisdom, and permission to rest, reset, and reclaim your joy.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
The signs you’re being drained emotionally—even when you can’t pinpoint why
4 common types of “energy vampires” (and which one lives rent-free in your head)
Scripture-based truth on boundary setting and energy stewardship
Practical tools to stop over-functioning and start leading with presence
How to protect your peace without losing your purpose as a woman in leadership
 
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
Episode Resources:
GFL Episode Catalog
 
5 Ways To Connect With Me:
1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE Coaching Call now! Get personalized and practical strategies for work-life balance. Start your grace-filled life and leadership journey ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workwithme
 
2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others navigating life and leadership ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/community
 
3️⃣ FREE WORKSHOP: Watch my FREE “Conquer Your Email Inbox” workshop! It's your key to jumpstart productivity ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/workshop
 
4️⃣ COACHING: Are you READY to Lead Well, Live Well and BE Well? Get on the waitlist for functional health coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness! ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/health
 
5️⃣CONTACT: Leave me a question or comment ➡︎ https://gracefilledleader.com/contact
 
"Yes! Finally, a podcast helping others become the thriving leaders they’re meant to be outside of hustle-culture! This is an amazing resource! Thank you so much for sharing and helping us become Spirit-driven, peaceful leaders!" 
 
If you can relate, please consider rating and reviewing my show! It helps me reach more people – just like you – to help them change their future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, I’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.
 
Click here to view our privacy policy.
 
Reminder:  The information you hear on this show is not meant to diagnose, manage or treat disease.  Always consult with your own health practitioner before you make any changes to your health.