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About Bellatore Recovery The Bellatore Recovery philosophy is grounded in connection. Their founders are all native Kansans, connected as personal friends and colleagues for over 15 years. Throughout their years treating eating disorders, they've consistently seen that building truthful connections with your own courage, your own beauty, and your own people lets you: Make peace with yourself Tap into your true unique strengths Find lasting recovery from eating disorders About Brooke Wesley Brooke's desire to help individuals struggling with and recovering from eating disorders began shortly after she recovered from her own eating disorder. Today, she runs her own private counseling practice for adolescents, adult women, and families. She has been in the field of social work for over 20 years, having started as a technician on the Eating Disorder Unit at Baptist Lutheran Hospital. From there, she moved to the Women and Children's Unit at Northstar, working in substance abuse recovery. After earning her Master's in Social Work, she worked in the Olathe school system. She co-founded Kansas City's first and only transitional living program for women with eating disorders, wrote Hungry To Be Whole: A Therapist Story of Healing from Anorexia, and served on the board of REbel. About Amy Sullivan Amy Sullivan began helping individuals recover from eating disorders 25 years ago at a residential treatment center in Arizona. Since that time, she has supported adolescents and adults in recovery in a variety of settings. A Registered and Licensed Dietitian, she holds a Master's degree in Counseling. This unique combination has allowed her to help hundreds of clients achieve recovery and gain freedom from disordered eating. Along with Brooke, she founded Kansas City's first and only transitional living facility for eating disorder recovery. She also owned a private adolescent nutrition practice and is the Founder of an online support platform for adults struggling with emotional and binge eating. Kirsten Oelkla Kirsten Oelkla's interest in eating disorders began over 24 years ago at the Menninger Clinic. There she developed and led Adult Inpatient, Adolescent Inpatient, Day Treatment, and Intensive Outpatient groups. She continued her passion in working with individuals with eating disorders and their families at the Baptist-Lutheran Medical Center Eating Disorder Program. For the past 14 years, she has provided individual, couples, and family therapy on an outpatient basis. She has served in organizations that bring awareness to eating disorder-related issues and currently serves on the Missouri Eating Disorder Association board (MOEDA). Join Dr. Michelle, Brooke, Amy, and Kirsten as they talk about: Bellatore Recovery's mission as an intensive outpatient and bridge program. The importance of being careful with words when speaking to someone about their healing journey. Breaking down the statistics of eating disorders and who is experiencing it the most. Why major life changes can create or re-create new struggles with food. The fact that most of the population is dealing with some sort of body image disorder. Differences between anorexia and bulimia. What guidance they can give to parents to help them talk to their children about mental health and food. How we can talk to ourselves about what foods are not serving our bodies and minds. Steps you can take to be more mindful about what you are eating and what nutrients you need. Exploring where we've gotten off track with our body image expectations and the impact of social media. Mentioned In This Episode 12: Brooke Wesley – What is Healthy Body Image and How to Live It Bellatore Recovery Hungry to be Whole, A Therapist story of Healing from Anorexia by Brooke Wesley Wellness On A Shoestring by Dr. Michelle Robin SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth Connect with Bellatore Recovery via: Facebook Instagram

About Alana Muller Founder and CEO of Coffee Lunch Coffee, Alana Muller is a Networking speaker, workshop facilitator, business relationship coach in Kansas City. She is also author of the book, Coffee Lunch Coffee: A Practical Field Guide for Master Networking. She travels the world to share her expertise in the areas of Networking, Coaching, Strategic Planning and Business Consulting. About Johnny Waller Johnny Waller is the owner of JLW Group LLC and S.C.O.P.E. He earned both of his Masters and Bachelor degrees from Rockhurst University and his associate's degree from Johnson County Community College. He is a former business owner, non-profit business executive and mentor to a great number of adults and youth in the Greater Kansas City area. He continues to have the pleasure and honor to speak on behalf of the population that he represents and looks forward to continuing these efforts through meaningful dialogue and mutual understanding among my fellow community stakeholders. Join Dr. Michelle, Johnny, and Alana as they talk about: The power of networking especially post COVID-19. How Johnny and Alana met when he was a student in her class. What steps we can all take to begin to heal as a community. How Johnny has transformed his life and has gotten to where he is today. Johnny's childhood and how his father breaking his back impacted his life. Why it's critical we address all forms of violence in our community; not just homicide but also suicide and domestic. The fact that many of the perpetrators of violence are white, Christian men and that is not being addressed by the media. Harmful labels we place on people based on their race and how we can change the narrative. The fact that we're not giving everyone access to all they need to grow and thrive as well as what we can do together to change that. How you can build connections that will last a lifetime. Mentioned In This Episode Coffee Lunch Coffee Coffee Lunch Coffee: A Practical Field Guide For Master Networking by Alana Muller Johnny Waller JLW Group LLC S.C.O.P.E. Building Meaningful Connections… Even At Work with Alana Muller Alana's FREE GIFT: Coffee Lunch Coffee: Tips For Success At Networking Events Cheeseburgers with Warren Buffett | Alana Muller 230 – Alana Muller Transforming 2020 Building Meaningful Connections...Even at Work 241 - Mindy Corporon Healing A Shattered Soul by Mindy Corporon Wellness On A Shoestring by Dr. Michelle Robin SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth Connect with Alana Muller via: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter YouTube Instagram Connect with Johnny Waller via: LinkedIn Instagram

A graduate of Stanford University, Victoria Labalme is a critically acclaimed director and producer, and also the author of the Wall Street Journal bestselling book, Risk Forward. Her proprietary Throughline, Rock The Room® and Risk Forward® systems have transformed hundreds of thousands of people around the globe, helping elite individuals create their life's best work. With over 20 years in the Performing Arts – from Broadway to comedy clubs, landmark films to high-profile television – Victoria helps people awaken their hidden genius and perform at their highest levels. Using breathtaking stage skills, gripping stories, and comedic highlights, Victoria takes audiences through a profound experience they'll never forget. Along the way, she shows people how to distinguish their brand, gain competitive advantage, and achieve sustainable growth through a surprising blend of art and business. Victoria's proprietary systems and strategies have been embraced by Fortune 100 companies; C-suite executives at Starbucks, Microsoft and PayPal; Hollywood celebrities; bestselling authors; and top teams in over 700 organizations. Join Dr. Michelle and Victoria as they talk about: What inspired her to begin a career in the performing arts industry. Unpacking her book, Risk Forward, and how it has helped people of all backgrounds find out what they want to do with their talents. What tactical strategies you can do when you're in the "fog of not knowing." Fun facts about her book that gives you full freedom to use it however you want. Why we need to embrace the unknown and why it's a beautiful gift rather than something scary. The power of focusing on what interests you now rather than what you enjoyed and pursued in the past. How you can apply the 'Risk Forward' model to your life. Why risking forward will sometimes look like standing still to give you time to clear your mind. The importance of not comparing yourself to other people because we're all trying to figure life out. Mentioned In This Episode Victoria Labalme Risk Forward by Victoria Labalme Rock The Room® Risk Forward® Wellness On A Shoestring by Dr. Michelle Robin SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth Connect: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

Steve Litwer was raised by a single mother with a severe mental illness. The effect of this upbringing was something that thwarted his social interactions and relationships throughout his life. These were often contaminated by a legacy of fear, agitation, confusion, and feelings of inadequacy. As a young man, Steve wanted to be a musician. Largely self-taught on the guitar, he lacked the talent to play professionally so he chose another career path until he retired, working in TV and radio stations in Kansas City, Memphis, and Charlotte. In his retirement, as a volunteer, Steve began playing guitar for hospice patients. As their bedside musician, his private performances and companionship to those nearing the end of their lives began to unlock long-buried memories of his own past. The result? Surprising lessons and new insights about the events of his life and finding the path to forgiveness for himself and his mother. Incorporating moving and sometimes funny true stories of people in hospice, this book explores the mysterious ways that God has helped Steve understand and reclaim his life through the power of music and the unexpected gifts he received from those who did not have much life left. If you liked Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom, you will enjoy his book, The Music Between Us. The Music Between Us is a memoir about reckoning with a painful childhood, a spiritual awakening, and discovering some of life's greatest lessons in the most unexpected ways. Join Dr. Michelle and Steve as they talk about: How he became a bedside musician volunteer for hospice clinics. Why becoming a bedside musician sparked a journey within Steve that forever changed his life. How his experience helped him dive into his past wounds and begin to heal them. Why we sometimes find ourselves lonely because we don't truly know ourselves. Where you can get started on being a volunteer if you feel called. How to discover which area of volunteering is best for you. Lessons he learned from those in hospice clinics including their advice for the living. The importance of being grateful for moments rather than being obsessed over things. His piece of advice to live a life you love. Mentioned In This Episode Steve Litwer The Music Between Us by Steve Litwer VolunteerMatch Wellness On A Shoestring by Dr. Michelle Robin SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth Connect: Facebook LinkedIn Spotify YouTube

Christopher Ehly, MD, is passionate about staying healthy and well. He considers all factors related to a patient's well-being - everything from nutrition and lifestyle habits to mental and spiritual health - and works with the patient to achieve or maintain optimal wellness. He loves to inspire people, young and old, to find joy in taking care of themselves. As a Board-certified family medicine physician, he cares for a wide range of medical conditions and offers encouraging suggestions that promote overall wellness. He considers it a true gift to watch his patients improve their health. Dr. Ehly earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, and he completed his family medicine residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He has earned a number of professional honors throughout his career, including being named a 2021 Top Doctor by Kansas City magazine. As he fills his life with family, spirituality and a variety of activities — basketball, biking, football, golf, gardening, camping, hiking, running, soccer and guitar— Dr. Ehly hopes to set an example for his patients, encouraging them to strive for wholeness in their own lives. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Chris as they talk about: How he came to be a medical doctor. Why his father has been a tremendous inspiration to him. How men overlook their own mental health and what steps they can take to reach out for help. The importance of being open about our emotions, especially sadness or stress. How you can begin your healing journey for greater mental health. The fact that you are not the only one struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, or other negative emotions. Why he enjoys meditation and how tools like the Headspace app can help you be more mindful. What small changes you can make for big shifts in your health every day. The life lessons he wants to teach his children. Mentioned In This Episode Christopher Ehly, MD AdventHealth Headspace app One Word that Will Change Your Life by Jon Gordon 185 – Jon Gordon Wellness On A Shoestring by Dr. Michelle Robin SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union Connect: Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest YouTube

Ashley Stahl is counter-terrorism professional turned career coach and author of the bookYou Turn: Get Unstuck, Discover Your Direction, Design Your Dream Career, and she's on a mission to help you step into a career you're excited about and aligned with. Through her two viral TEDx speeches, her online courses, her email list of 500,000 and her show, You Turn, she's been able to support clients in 31 countries in discovering their best career path, upgrading their confidence and landing more job offers. She maintains a monthly career column in Forbes, and her work has been also featured in outlets such as the Wall Street Journal, CBS, SELF, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune and more. For her FREE quiz to get clarity on your best career path options, visit AshleyStahl.com Join Dr. Michelle and Ashley as they talk about: How she came up with the podcast, You Turn, to help people redirect their lives and come home to themselves. Her 11-step road map and how it will help you determine which career is best for you. How we make career decisions for ourselves without even really considering them first. Ashley's own career path and why she pursued a career working in national security for the government to help protect people. Common myths as well as truths about careers and the world of job hunting. How to give yourself radical permission to pursue what you truly align with a path that's right for you. The disconnect between our interests and what natural skills we have that we can apply to our careers. Why it's hard to understand our own skills but we can reach out to other people to help us realize what they are. The power of focusing on who you are becoming and growing into rather than who you were years before. What career advice she has for wherever you are at right now. Mentioned In This Episode You Turn: Get Unstuck, Discover Your Direction, Design Your Dream Career Three Questions to unlock your authentic career: Ashley Stahl at TEDxBerkeley How to figure out what you really want | Ashley Stahl | TEDxLeidenUniversity You Turn Podcast Ashley's Quiz: What Career Path Is Actually Right For You? Wellness On A Shoestring by Dr. Michelle Robin SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Big Shifts Foundation AdventHealth CommunityAmerica Credit Union Connect: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest

Join Dr. Michelle and Gigi as they talk about: How Dr. Michelle Robin introduced her friend, Gigi, to acupuncture when she was diagnosed with cancer. Why acupuncture isn't just for pain but is beneficial to do on a regular basis. Her educational background in acupuncture and her decision to go to school for it at the age of 59. The transition she went through from working in corporate America to helping people heal. Her work teaching meditation and why she especially enjoys working with veterans. How natural medicine has helped her daughter with her MS and be off of medication for it for years. Why it's not easy to make your passion your priority but it is possible and you will receive so much from it. How you will come into alignment when you find your purpose and what makes you happy in life. Signs your body will give you when you are aligned with your calling. Her son's similar interest in natural medicine and acupuncture. The importance of having a supportive wellness tribe and keeping them close to you. Mentioned In This Episode Wellness On A Shoestring by Dr. Michelle Robin SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Big Shifts Foundation AdventHealth CommunityAmerica Credit Union

Liz Lewis is the Senior Vice President for Commercial Banking at CommunityAmerica Credit Union where she leads a passionate team dedicated to entrepreneurs and business owners on their path to thrive. Join Dr. Michelle and Liz as they talk about: How finances and her parents' relationship with money impact her growing up. What you can do to focus on your financial health. Her interest in human behavior and why we make certain choices when it comes to money. Why our financial wellbeing can impact our overall stress levels. How Community America has helped their clients through the COVID-19 pandemic. What steps you can take to plan your goals from education to a mortgage to retirement. How Community America's team is able to put together a plan to help you with your personal or business financial goals. Why you shouldn't be afraid of looking closely at your financial health no matter where you are at right now. The benefits of putting together a security savings plan and why it doesn't have to be a large amount. Why you shouldn't rely on credit cards as an income stream and how to use them responsibly. Mentioned In This Episode CommunityAmerica Credit Union E-Factor by Dr. Michelle Robin SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Big Shifts Foundation AdventHealth Connect: LinkedIn

Adriana Kyser is a Wellness Expert, Author, and Motivational Speaker. She is the founder and creator of Inner Beauty Wellness & Enlightened Alchemy ™. Adri has spent the past 15 years helping highly-driven women stop feeling stressed and overwhelmed and start living a happier, healthier and more fulfilling life. Using her Enlightened Alchemy™ method, she has helped thousands of women worldwide achieve everything from reduced pain and stress to increased confidence and productivity. Rather than drawing from only one modality, her extensive list of certifications (including NLP, coaching, and yoga) allow her to create a customized wellness experience for clients. As a brand ambassador, she has worked with Athleta and Larabar. When she's not busy hosting retreats around the globe in exotic locations like Bali, Greece, and Peru, she's being featured on iHeart Radio, Amazon Prime's "The Focus", Thrive Global, and Authority Magazine. She's the co-author of the best seller book "Overcoming Adversity in Entrepreneurship". Join Dr. Michelle and Adri as they talk about: How Adri's mother's interest in wellbeing later inspired her career path. Adri's experience with chronic back pain for over a decade and the moment she realized she had to address the mental and emotional aspects of herself in order to heal it. What holistic wellness means to her and how you can make it a prime focus in your life. Her childhood and the physical and mental abuse she received from her aunt. Racist remarks she received or heard when she moved to the US and wouldn't speak for months because of her accent. How she moved past the pain of what other people in the US thought of or would think of her. . Exploring how the mind and our emotions are interconnected. Why journaling is such a powerful tool to help you notice patterns and heal emotional wounds and current issues in your life. How a gratitude journal specifically will help you rewire your negative mindset to begin focusing more on the positive. Steps to help you find what you really seek in life and how to achieve that. Why movement is key to healing and how to find out how much is right for what your body needs. Mentioned In This Episode Adriana Kyser Sacred Movement Studio app Louise Hay SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

As a Professor & Keynote Speaker, Jill Tupper draws upon her adventures in marathons, triathlons, rock-climbing, out-rigging, traveling the world and climbing Kilimanjaro to inspire others to take on this triathlon of life with goals, guts and grit. Her global experiences in working with Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, Ethiopia and beyond, backed by breakthroughs in neuroscience, proves the revolutionary power of purpose in work & in life. A Master's in Leadership, B.S. in Occupational Therapy and a Professor at The Rady Executive Business School, UCSD with Certifications in Meditation, Executive Coaching & Corporate Negotiation, Jill is uniquely qualified to harness the power of the mind + body connection to catapult leadership in business to unprecedented heights. This cutting edge conundrum of Body + Mind + Business in Jill's Corporate Triathlete Leadership Training is unparalleled in it's dynamic & undeniable connection between optimal wellbeing & outstanding leadership. Jill high-energy & engaging keynotes have challenged thousands around the globe to take inspired action and achieve peak potential. Join Dr. Michelle and Jill Tupper as they talk about: What inspired Jill to become a motivational speaker and an executive coach. Signs and nudges to pay attention to in life to help you find your unique qualities and be open to what life brings you. The power of learning how to listen to ourselves and notice the divine appointments that show up. What steps you can take to help set yourself up for success. Words of advice she would give parents with the challenges that their children are facing from the pandemic. The power of pivoting, not panicking during difficult moments. How parents can teach their children to be responsible for themselves. What to do when you find yourself in a space of self-criticism: don't judge and instead observe. Mentioned In This Episode Jill Tupper SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

Jasmin Williams is the Founder of Creatively Resilient and also a Senior Project Manager, US Social Impact at Sesame Workshop where she utilizes the iconic power of the Muppets to help children and families overcome adversity by equipping providers across the country with free tools and resources via the Sesame Street in CommunitiesModel. Join Dr. Michelle and Jasmin as they talk about: Her connection to Kansas City and her passion for helping communities heal from trauma and thrive. The mission of Sesame Street in Communities and how they're making a difference for parents and caregivers. How COVID-19 impacted their organization and the overwhelming support they have received to help families during this difficult time. What inspired her to launch Creatively Resilient and what difference she wants to make in the world with it. Why everyone in some way, shape, or form, has been traumatized by the pandemic and how she wants to help you heal. Examples of how she practices resiliency herself. All about the 14-Day Challenge she's launching with Creatively Resilient including her 3-phase approach. How being creative feeds your resilience. Why vulnerability can be scary but is such a powerful tool to help you open yourself up to big shifts. Learn about 14-Day Creatively Resilient's 3-Phase Approach: Identify what purpose(s) looks like for you. Lean into how you can build upon your purpose(s) and start integrating that into your life. Discover the lens through which you see the world. Mentioned In This Episode Jasmin Williams Creatively Resilient Sesame Workshop Sesame Street in Communities Healthy KC SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest

Jeff's Story Self-taught as an artist, Jeff Hanson first began painting watercolor notecards while undergoing chemotherapy at age 12. What was initially a pastime and distraction from his treatments, Jeff's painting soon evolved into a curbside business, Jeff's Bistro. Proceeds benefited the Children's Tumor Foundation to fund optic tumor research. Jeff's original notecards gradually transitioned to acrylics-on-canvas, both for sale and gifts to charity live auctions across the nation. At age 15, the "accidental artist" in a business built on a philanthropy-first model, became Jeffrey Owen Hanson LLC. About Hal and Julie Hanson Hal Hanson, MD, is a practicing emergency physician and motivational speaker from Kansas City. Raised in Iowa, Dr. Hanson attended the University of Iowa and completed a Family Medicine residency in Michigan. Dr. Hanson now resides in Overland Park, Kansas, with his wife Julie. Hanson's hobbies include writing, photography, and travel. Lessons From CLOD is Dr. Hanson's only published work to date. Join Dr. Michelle and both Hal and Julie Hanson as they talk about: The dreams most parents have for their child and how those can shift over time. How parents can encourage and support their child's unique gifts. The moment they discovered Jeff's natural gift for art and how they helped him cultivate and use that gift to help the world. Why it's important not to focus on what society says your children should be interested in or be good at. How they focused on raising Jeff to be happy, independent, and give back to the world. The power in approaching everyone you meet with unconditional positive regard. Jeff's philanthropic work and how he gave back to the community by donating to several organizations. What CLOD taught Hal and Julie about what's important in life and their biggest takeaways from Jeff's life. Mentioned In This Episode Jeff Hanson Lessons From CLOD by Hal O. Hanson and Julie A. Hanson SCBS Sleep Campaign [Gratitude] Day 25 - Sally Smith 241 – Mindy Corporon Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect: Facebook Twitter Instagram

Liz Murray's story is sure to move your heart about overcoming adversity in life. Formerly homeless, Liz transformed her life of despair into an inspiring journey of determination, hope, and hard-won success. The subject of Lifetime Television's Emmy-nominated original film, Homeless to Harvard, Murray graduated from Harvard in 2009, and went on to receive her Masters in the Psychology of Education at Columbia University. Today, as co-founder and Executive Director of The Arthur Project, Murray is a passionate advocate for under-served youth, working to end generational poverty through relationship-based learning. Learn how you can help people heal from addiction in our Kansas City community with the organization In the Name of GRACE. Join Dr. Michelle and Liz in Part 2 as they talk about: How the impact of her childhood has affected her view on society. Breaking down how each of us carries the story of the society that we come from. How we can be less dismissive not only of other people's struggles but our own as well. Why it's okay to spend time with your loved ones or with yourself instead of feeling this pressure by society to be ambitious. Words of wisdom she has for those who are facing difficult moments because of COVID-19. Why we need to adjust our expectations in life and be grateful for what we do have and are able to do each day. How to find joy in small moments throughout the day. Mentioned In This Episode Homeless to Harvard Breaking Night: A Memoir of Forgiveness, Survival, and My Journey from Homeless to Harvard by Liz Murray The Arthur Project Episode 316 – Kiona Sinks and Lisa Ginter D. Vance Alfie Kohn SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Liz Murray's story is sure to move your heart about overcoming adversity in life. Formerly homeless, Liz transformed her life of despair into an inspiring journey of determination, hope, and hard-won success. The subject of Lifetime Television's Emmy-nominated original film, Homeless to Harvard, Murray graduated from Harvard in 2009, and went on to receive her Masters in the Psychology of Education at Columbia University. Today, as co-founder and Executive Director of The Arthur Project, Murray is a passionate advocate for under-served youth, working to end generational poverty through relationship-based learning. Learn how you can help people heal from addiction in our Kansas City community with the organization In the Name of GRACE. Join Dr. Michelle and Liz as they talk about: The mentors, teacher, and non-profit that supported her and helped her see that there was another way to live. Her backstory growing up in the Bronx with drug addicted parents. Why addiction can be a family illness that impacts the entire household. The dreams her mother had while she was growing up that she shared with Liz. Unpacking the good and the bad that can happen side by side and the gray area that existed in her family's situation. How it was difficult for her to decide how to approach and communicate her thoughts and feelings about her parents' drug addiction with them. About her book, Breaking Night: A Memoir of Forgiveness, Survival, and My Journey from Homeless to Harvard, and what lessons she has learned from her past to help her navigate COVID-19. The power of kinship and embodying community and our relationships with others. Learn more about Liz's background and life experience as she shares: How she has raised her biracial children and helped them navigate the world. The work that she is doing to help make the world a better place for all people. Her visit to the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee with her family. About the current book she is working on writing, The Weight of Two Worlds. Her words of advice for parents when their children come to them and ask them to help make sense of the world. What lessons her children have taught her about human rights and celebrating freedom in the USA. Mentioned In This Episode Homeless to Harvard Breaking Night: A Memoir of Forgiveness, Survival, and My Journey from Homeless to Harvard by Liz Murray The Arthur Project The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Michelle Alexander The Hoffman Process Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion by Gregory Boyle Homeboy Industries Episode 276 – Frank Ferrante National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Proven Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mindby Dr. Daniel J. Siegel and Dr. Tina Payne Bryson In the Name of GRACE SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

About Kiona Sinks Kiona Sinks by trade is a social and civic innovator setting the standard for how young leaders should model in action community engagement, bringing forward generations of all sectors of professions to change the perspective on what community activism should model in our modern day world. Kiona takes pride in giving back, Kiona is a community minded connector with 10 years of consistent volunteerism and community engagement. She is both mission -driven and passionate about diversity and inclusion and promoting social, and civic engagement. About Lisa Ginter Lisa Ginter is a celebrated leader in Kansas City as both the CEO of CommunityAmerica Credit Union and an influential figure in the business, civic and philanthropic community. Lisa has served in a leadership role at CommunityAmerica since she joined the organization in 1995. Since becoming CEO in 2015, Lisa grew the Credit Union from $1.5 billion to nearly $4 billion in assets in just five years. With a mission to help members achieve financial peace of mind at every life stage, Lisa has inspired and advanced every division and line of business at CommunityAmerica. As the Official Banking Partner of the Kansas City Chiefs, and frequently named as Kansas City's top Credit Union and 'Best Place to Work,' CommunityAmerica has become a powerhouse in Kansas City under Lisa's leadership. She is also an advocate for credit unions on a national level, serving on the Executive Board of Directors for CUNA (Credit Union National Association). Join Dr. Michelle, Kiona, and Lisa as they talk about: What it means to have good financial health to help us with our physical and mental wellbeing. Why helping young people is such an important part of Lisa's mission. The benefits of adding credits to your life and examples of some that Kiona has added to hers. How having a financial partner can help you really focus on your goals in life. Various services that CommunityAmerica Credit Union offers for people of all ages, finance backgrounds, and goals. Why it's so important to put your health first as soon as possible for greater wellness into the future. Their favorite pieces of advice for any life goals you have for yourself. Underlying outreach programs that CommunityAmerica Credit Union hosts for the Kansas City area. Mentioned In This Episode CommunityAmerica Credit Union SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect with CommunityAmerica Credit Union: Facebook YouTube Instagram Twitter LinkedIn

About Dr. Jeff Mincher Jeff Mincher, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician at AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Shawnee Mission. With experience in family medicine, obstetrics and integrative medicine, Dr. Mincher provides care for patients with a wide range of health needs, from chronic disease management to women's care to routine preventive or acute care. A native of Kansas City, Mo., Dr. Mincher earned dual bachelor's degrees at the University of Kansas before undertaking a two-year assignment with Jesuit Volunteer Corps at a health clinic in Wisconsin. Fueled by a newfound respect for the value of preventive health care, he returned to KU to attend the School of Medicine. After earning his medical degree, he went on to complete his family medicine residency, including service as chief resident, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City and a fellowship in primary care leadership at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Mincher joined AdventHealth Medical Group in 2020 after working as a family physician in Lawrence, Kan. About Dr. Roger Hall Author of Staying Happy, Being Productive: The Big 10 Things Successful , Dr. Roger Hallhelps people learn to monitor and manage their thinking. For over 25 years, he has consulted with leaders from all types of companies, judges in federal courts, university faculty, social workers, teachers, nurses, construction workers, landscapers, and box-makers. He helps his clients become better versions of themselves so they can improve their own lives and the lives of those they serve. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Jeff as they discuss: What he is grateful for the most from COVID-19. The gifts and experiences he has been given this past year. Why men have struggled more than women with COVID-19. The importance of seeking healthcare check-ups for preventative care with a doctor you can rely on. What types of test men should do during their health check up. The importance of keeping your health under control to avoid cardiovascular disease. His favorite tips for living a healthy life especially focused on things that you enjoy. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Roger Hall as they talk about: How he helps people monitor and manage their thinking. Unpacking his book, Staying Happy, Being Productive: The Big 10 Things Successful. Some of his favorite takeaways from his book which include getting more sleep. What are some of the tools and assignments he gives people to help manage their thoughts. The benefits of checking in with your thoughts every hour to help you monitor them and notice common themes. How you can break the cycle in negative thought loops and emotions. What steps you can do to replace false, negative thoughts with accurate, true counter thoughts. The importance of loving relationships for wellbeing. How the lack of human interaction and connection has impacted our mental health in 2020 and now in 2021. What advice he would give to leaders who are struggling to help their employees with motivation and staying focused. What happiness actually looks like and it doesn't mean having money. How to re-energize your brain by being physically active and be a bit more conscious about your food choices.

Barbara Pahud, a native from Mexico City, completed her pediatric residency training at the Infants and Children's Hospital of Brooklyn (Maimonides Medical Center). In 2006 she worked as a postdoctoral fellow at Stanford-Lucile Packard Children's Hospital (LPCH) Vaccine Program and in 2007 started subspecialty training in Pediatric Infectious Diseases at the University of California, San Francisco. In 2008 she was selected for the Vaccine Safety Fellowship Program offered in coordination with the Clinical Immunization Safety Assessment (CISA) Network sponsored by the Immunization Safety Office (ISO) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As a vaccine safety fellow during the H1N1 pandemic, she was actively involved in surveillance studies to monitor the safety of H1N1 vaccines. She joined the Division of Infectious Diseases at Children's Mercy Hospital in 2011. She is currently Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and The University of Kansas Medical Center, and a faculty member in the Section of Infectious Diseases at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. Currently she is the Director of Research for the Infectious Diseases Division at Children's Mercy Hospital and the Director of the Kansas City IDEA state Pediatric Clinical Trials Network (ISPCTN) also funded by NIH. She is an active investigator for the CDC's New Vaccine Surveillance Network (NVSN), and a principal investigator in multiple industry-sponsored clinical trials involving drugs and vaccines for children. Her research focus is clinical trials, vaccine safety, immunization implementation, vaccine education and promotion of research in underserved areas. She is currently a member of the COVID-19 Prevention Network (CoVPN), formed by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) at the US National Institutes of Health to respond to the global pandemic. As a part of this network, Dr. Pahud is helping address the pressing need for vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 by conducting Phase 3 efficacy trials for COVID-19 vaccines in adults and children. Finally, Dr. Pahud serves as an advisory board member for the advisory committee for childhood vaccines (ACCV) that advises and makes recommendations to the Secretary of Health and Human Services. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Barbara as they talk about: The importance of taking care of your health with good food, sleep, and exercise to optimize your immune system. The experience she has working abroad and with communities in poverty and giving them vaccines. Her perspective on the COVID-19 vaccine and why she's not convincing people to get it but just sharing what she knows about it so they can make an informed decision. Why the Coronavirus will eventually go away but at what price without a vaccine? How COVID-19 compares to the 1918 Spanish flu. What side effects we are seeing in vaccines from different sources as of March 2021 and why the risk is very low. The choice people face in which vaccine they will get and what information she can give us on them. A breakdown of how vaccines are made to help the body. What a protein vaccine and how it compares to the mRNA vaccine. Why the main con to a vaccine would be a severe allergic reaction. What history has taught us about the positive impact of vaccines. Mentioned In This Episode Children's Mercy Hospital Huberman La‪b SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect LinkedIn

Janalea Hoffman, Music Therapist and founder of Rhythmic Medicine, was one of the first people to write music for specific medical uses, referred by health care professionals as prescriptive music. A primary aspect of Hoffman's work lies in how music affects our bodies physiologically. She has developed specific techniques for using music to help lower heart rate and blood pressure also helping to alleviate pain. She has been a pioneer in the uses of music and guided imagery to help clients get deeper insights into themselves and their issues. Hoffman authored the book, Rhythmic Medicine, Music with a Purpose and has published fourteen CD's specifically for therapeutic purposes. One aspect of her work includes the therapeutic uses of the Native American Flute, a beautiful, soulful, and Meditative instrument. Hoffman received her master's degree from the University of Kansas in Music Therapy and is the recipient of the Madonna Spirit Award given by Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Lincoln and Omaha, NE for innovative work in music and medicine. Join Dr. Michelle and Janalea as they talk about: What sparked her interest in music from a very young age. How she was introduced to music therapy and decided to pursue a degree in it. Different techniques she has developed including musical biofeedback. How the human body tries to synchronize with music to create harmony. Where and how her music is being used to help heal patients and has been called "prescription music." The benefits of combining calming music with visuals. How a machine's sound or rhythm can negatively impact our bodies. How tuning into music rhythms can help you during stressful moments especially stress brought on by COVID-19. Gifts from the pandemic including how it's made us slow down and be more present. Every day environments and habits that can cause us stress without us even realizing it. How to pay attention to the sound environment around you from home to work and how it affects you. Mentioned In This Episode Rhythmic Medicine SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign

Jamie Pabst founded Spiritune with the intention to better utilize and harness the physiological power of music to improve lives for the everyday person. When music is personalized and tuned for health-outcomes, it becomes a very effective auditory tool for deeper human needs such as stress reduction, emotional regulation, performance and productivity. We have a data-driven, scientific approach to music and brain health -- and we are excited to bring it to the world. Join Dr. Michelle and Jamie as they talk about: Her fascination with music and its healing capabilities. Why Dr. Michelle used to feel anxious when listening to music when she was younger. The impact of vibration all around us and how Jamie would describe it with respect to music. Her app, Spiritune, and how it's helping people to regulate emotions, improve sleep, encourage productivity plus reduce stress. How quick a person's mood and mindset can shift with Spiritune depending on their unique response. What steps you can take to dial into your relationship with music. The biggest findings she has discovered during her research on music. How Spiritune has become an effective tool in guiding people with where they are at in their wellness journey. What you can do to build a productive environment during work including from home. Mentioned In This Episode Spiritune SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter

Ronald L. Cole, M.D. went from Civil Engineer to Obstetrician/Gynecologist to birth advocate (under water birth in the hospital) and longtime Spiritual researcher and author. Early on he was a Co-Founder of the Spina Bifida Association of America. His detailed scientific research into the spiritual aspects of life has extended over 50 years. He realized that knowledge and teaching from mankind's physical side of life mostly comes from a self-serving, false and prejudicial basis. Real truth by-passes that and comes from highly evolved spiritual entities in the everlasting or spiritual side of life when he learned about channeling. This started a 20-year working relationship with Rev. Beverly Burdick-Carey, the most highly evolved medium he worked with. In turn this started a 20 year relationship with a very highly known and evolved spiritual entity, Quan Yin, that resulted in this book and well over 500 audio tapes covering most aspects of life. His scientific research has been evaluated by many other sources, logic, consistency over years and applying what he had learned to his personal life and medical practice convinced him of the research's validity. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Ron as they talk about: All about his book, Universal Spiritual Laws and Healing Why he went from being a Civil Engineer to Obstetrician/Gynecologist to Birth Advocate. How he came to help Co-Found the Spina Bifida Association of America. The unique plans that we all have for ourselves when we come into this world. How he approaches his spirituality from a scientific standpoint. The power of unconditional love that makes the world work. Breaking down the spiritual laws that exist and how Dr. Michelle was introduced to them. How he's navigated life during COVID-19 and his plans for the future. The 24 laws that are in his book, Universal Spiritual Laws and Healing His explanation of the Universal Spiritual Law of Vibration. How we evolve to a higher level of vibration. Mentioned In This Episode Universal Spiritual Laws and Healing by Dr. Ron Cole Ram Dass Power vs Force by David R. Hawkins Stroke Of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign

Dr. Stasha Gominak attended college in California and medical school at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, receiving her MD degree in 1983. She completed a Neurology residency in 1989 at the Harvard affiliated, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. From 1991-2004 she practiced as general neurologist in the San Francisco Bay area. In 2004 Dr. Gominak moved with her husband to Tyler, Texas and began to concentrate on treating neurological illness by improving sleep. She published a pivotal article in 2012 proposing that the global struggle with worsening sleep was linked to reduced sun exposure. In 2016 she followed with a second article linking the change in the intestinal microbiome to the epidemic of poor sleep, and described a simple process for normalizing sleep and the intestinal bacterial population, called RightSleep®. In 2016 she retired from office practice to have more time to teach. She currently divides her time between teaching individuals, through virtual coaching sessions and teaching clinicians from a wide variety of medical and dental fields. Her popular courses and lectures help clinicians improve their patients' health and wellbeing by improving their sleep. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Stasha in Part 2 as they talk about: Why humans were created to be self-sustaining with a normal microbiome. How disease isn't related just to how well we sleep but our genetic risk factors as well. The miracle that happens every night as our body repairs itself. How to know whether your gut biome is working correctly or not. Whether or not you should be taking Vitamin D supplements and how to use them safely. What the typical Vitamin D levels are for thriving humans. Why Vitamin D should not be taken randomly but carefully. How Vitamin D deficiencies and poor microbiomes are passed to babies from their mothers. What we need to know about B Vitamins and why they are such a vital piece of our biochemistry. First steps you can take if you are struggling with anxiety and sleep issues. Mentioned In This Episode Stasha Gominak RightSleep® SCBS Episode 309 - Stasha Gominak Pt. 1 SCBS Sleep Campaign SCBS Episode 306 - Dr. Michael Breus and Dr. Matthew Swan SCBS Episode 307 - Dr. Abid Bhat SCBS Ep 293 - Dr. Jay Dee Krull SCBS Ep. 160 – Dr. Georgia Nab Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Dr. Stasha Gominak attended college in California and medical school at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, receiving her MD degree in 1983. She completed a Neurology residency in 1989 at the Harvard affiliated, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. From 1991-2004 she practiced as general neurologist in the San Francisco Bay area. In 2004 Dr. Gominak moved with her husband to Tyler, Texas and began to concentrate on treating neurological illness by improving sleep. She published a pivotal article in 2012 proposing that the global struggle with worsening sleep was linked to reduced sun exposure. In 2016 she followed with a second article linking the change in the intestinal microbiome to the epidemic of poor sleep, and described a simple process for normalizing sleep and the intestinal bacterial population, called RightSleep®. In 2016 she retired from office practice to have more time to teach. She currently divides her time between teaching individuals, through virtual coaching sessions and teaching clinicians from a wide variety of medical and dental fields. Her popular courses and lectures help clinicians improve their patients' health and wellbeing by improving their sleep. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Stasha as they talk about: About her program, RightSleep®, and how we can begin rethinking how we heal our bodies especially with vitamins and boosting the microbiome. Why we're seeing more and more disease due to the toxicity in our environment including our food. What a healthy microbiome looks like in and outside of the body. The wrong mentality that all bacteria is bad and we have to destroy them. Pros and cons about antibiotics. The many layers of our immune system and why a good microbiome plus Vitamin D and B levels are so important for it to do its job. What level of Vitamin D you should have according to your skin color. The connection between obesity and poor microbiome health. How she became interested in studying sleep. Unpacking genetics and how to heal the body's unique epigenetics. The specific reasons why some people experience paralyzation while they sleep. Mentioned In This Episode Stasha Gominak RightSleep® SCBS Sleep Campaign SCBS Episode 306 - Dr. Michael Breus and Dr. Matthew Swan SCBS Episode 307 - Dr. Abid Bhat Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Houston Kraft is a professional speaker, author, curriculum designer, and kindness advocate who speaks at schools, conferences, and events internationally. He has spoken to over a half a million people at 600 engagements and counting. He is the co-founder of CharacterStrong - trainings and curriculums that create more compassionate cultures in schools and communities. They work with 2,500. schools serving over 1 million students with their content. In 2019, he was featured by Lay's on BBQ and Jalapeño chip bags for their "Spreading Smiles" campaign. His first book, Deep Kindness, is being published by Simon & Schuster September 22, 2020. Join Dr. Michelle and Houston as they talk about: His background, childhood, and how kindness came to be an important part of his being. Some of the mentors in his life including fellow Co-Founder of CharacterStrong, John Norlin. The idea that we're not human beings but "human becomings." Why kindness is not an act but a habit and what that practice looks like in a daily routine. Taking a closer look at the values we hold important both personally and in the world of business. Why creating systems that hold us accountable to our goals are so important. How leaders can help their team members navigate through the mental health challenges that they are facing in 2021. What new way of thinking can help you prioritize what is actually important to you. Why it's so important to protect your time, from work and meetings to personal downtime. Mentioned In This Episode Houston Kraft CharacterStrong Deep Kindness John Norlin Janice Hughes Are You As Busy As You Think? SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube

Having a hard time falling asleep at night? Discover why and how to find out the cause of it to fix it. Abid Bhat, MD MBA, Sleep Medicine Specialist and a firm believer in integrating Western Medicine with Mind-Body Therapies. Dr Abid Bhat has been in the practice of Sleep Medicine for over 15 years. He has provided medical care to people with various sleep disorders, including insomnia (difficulty falling sleep or staying sleep), sleep apnea (a person snores loud and stops breathing in sleep), parasomnia (sleep walking), restless legs syndrome (urge to move legs while trying to fall sleep) and a number of other related conditions. Millions of Americans continue to suffer from sleep disruption but, unfortunately, majority of them are undiagnosed. Sleep is quintessential in preventing chronic ailments like obesity, heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. Dr Bhat's passion is to present sleep as THE essential ingredient to maintain a positive state of health and well-being by combining Western medicine and Holistic Medicine. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Abid as they talk about: The growing number of people with sleep disorders because of the COVID-19 pandemic including the latest: Coronasomnia. Top 3 common sleeping disorders: insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless leg syndrome. How a sleeping disorder can impact relationships. The fact that 1 in 3 adults in the USA has a sleeping disorder like insomnia. How sleep apnea can lead to insomnia. Different ways that sleep apnea presents itself such as unexplained fatigue, tiredness, early morning headaches, migraines, and irritability. Why some people will actually act out what they're dreaming and it can be quite dangerous sometimes for their partner. The pros and cons of over the counter sleep aids and prescriptions. How to prepare yourself for a good night's rest. Why sleep is a good defense to keep you healthy and get better quicker if you do become sick. Mentioned In This Episode SCBS Sleep Campaign SCBS Episode 306 - Dr. Michael Breus and Dr. Matthew Swan Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn

About Dr. Michael Breus Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and both a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He is one of only 168 psychologists in the world to have passed the Sleep Medical Speciality board without going to Medical School. Dr. Breus was recently named the Top Sleep Specialist in California by Reader's Digest, and one of the 10 most influential people in sleep. Dr. Breus is the Author of The Power of When and The Sleep Doctor's Diet Plan: Lose Weight Through Better Sleep (Rodale Books; May 2011), discusses the science and relationship between quality sleep and metabolism. His first book, GOOD NIGHT: The Sleep Doctor's 4-Week Program to Better Sleep and Better Health (Dutton/Penguin), an Amazon Top 100 Best Seller, is a do-it-yourself guide to better sleep. About Dr. Matthew Swan Matthew Swan, MD, FACP, is a Board-certified internist at AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Deer Creek. With experience in both internal medicine and oncology, Dr. Swan is uniquely qualified to provide care for patients with a wide range of health needs, from complex medical conditions to chronic disease management to routine preventive or acute care. He has worked as an internist at various hospitals from Florida to Kansas, including a previous role as a hospitalist physician and administrative leader at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission (then called Shawnee Mission Health). He also has worked as an assistant professor of medicine and in other clinical educator roles. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Micheal Breus as they talk about: Why your life will change dramatically when you change your sleeping habits. How COVID-19 has had a dramatic effect on every single person's sleep cycle. The science behind better immune function when we sleep better. How the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine can depend on your quality of sleep including what time you wake up in the morning. Breaking down the two systems of sleep: our Sleep Drive and our Sleep Rhythm. The importance of getting at least 20 minutes of movement a day and better if you can go outside. Why no single diet or way of eating may it be Keto, Paleo, or Vegan won't work if your sleep is off. How alcohol affects your sleep, rest, ability to bounce back the next day. Discover what happens when you are sleep deprived: Your appetite and hunger increase Your metabolism slows down Your cortisol and adrenaline levels are very high keeping you awake You crave sugary, high carb foods Listen and learn all about Dr. Breus' 5-Step Sleep Plan: Choose 1 wake up time for the entire week based on your internal chrono type Stop caffeine consumption by 2pm (but don't go cold turkey if you drink a lot of it) Wait 3 hours after your last alcoholic drink to go to bed Exercise daily for at least 20 minutes but stop 4 hours before bed Have a 15 oz refillable glass of water by your bedside Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Matthew Swan as they talk about: How sleep can impact our ability to defend ourselves against viruses and disease. Why poor sleep quality decreases our immune systems ability to fight back. The fact that sleep deprivation happens when we get less than 7 hours of sleep. What course of action you should take if you've been diagnosed with a sleeping disorder. How to start a sleep journal and what should be included in it. Good sleep hygiene practices you can follow including only using the bedroom for sleep. How sleep can help improve your mental health and why it's just as important as fitness and nutrition. The importance of destressing, connecting with others, and reaching out for help when you need it. Mentioned In This Episode The Power Of When by Dr. Michael Breus Breus' Chronotype Quiz SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude Big Shifts Foundation CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign

As we move on past the holidays and are well on our way into 2021, what are some wellness practices we can follow to help us reframe, refocus, and reset to put the odds in our favor? Join us as Dr. Michelle Robin shares how this week on Season 7 of Small Changes Big Shifts with the wellness practice of Ikigai. Join Dr. Michelle as she shares: How we can reframe and shift our mindset as we begin 2021. What steps you can take to put the odds in your favor to stay healthy. The power of choosing a word to focus on for the year as explained by past guest Jon Gordon in his book, One Word That Will Change Your Life Why Dr. Michelle has chosen the word, "surrender," for 2021. What you can do to get back into a rhythm of wellbeing behaviours and habits. How we can be happier especially with ourselves. Exploring the 5 pillars and 10 Rules of the Japanese wellness practice of Ikigai and how to apply it to your life. Learn about the 10 Rules of Ikigai Stay active Take it slow Don't fill your stomach Surround yourself with good friends Get in shape for your next birthday Smile Reconnect with nature Give thanks Live in the moment Find your Ikigai Mentioned In This Episode One Word That Will Change Your Life Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles SCBS Ep. 185 – Jon Gordon SCBS Episode 258 – Sonia Choquette-Tully Big Shifts Foundation SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign

Patrick K. Porter, PhD, of Brain Tap is an award-winning author, educator, consultant, entrepreneur, and speaker. With 30 years of experience operating the largest self-help franchise, he has become a highly sought-after expert within the personal improvement industry, having sold over 7 million of his self-help products worldwide. He invented the first portable light and sound neuro-trainer and, through over 2100 clinics, has sold millions of his 800+ brain-hacking sessions that create peak states of consciousness. Carron Montgomery started a private practice nine years ago with two other women. Their practice specializes in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and grief and loss. Carron is a licensed professional counselor, registered play therapist, Level II EMDR certified and trained in TFCBT. At the beginning of her career, she worked for two nonprofits; the first specializing in sexual abuse and the second working with low-income families and trauma. She currently treats ages 5 and up and often utilizes family therapy and parental support sessions. She recently began speaking and writing as a result of the pandemic, and has found a deep desire to protect our youth as they began to show her a lens that deeply saddened her. She has written several articles, trained school counselors, and provided educational talks to churches, schools, and other organizations. Her goal is to use the pandemic as an opportunity to educate on a more broad scale around mental health, and use a more comprehensive and collaborative approach that considers the mind-body connection and importance of a holistic system. Join Dr. Michelle and Patrick as they talk about: The Brain Tap device and why he created it. Exploring the nervous system and the different parts of it. How negative thoughts in the mind negatively impact the body. Why we're wired to imitate the parts of people we like either on purpose or unconsciously. The difference between our thriving brain and surviving brain. An incredible upward trend in stress levels that we are seeing from the impact of COVID-19 on the world. Why uncertainty can create so much stress in our minds and bodies. All about our upcoming SCBS Sleep Campaign. How the Brain Tap device works and what features you can have access to just from their app. Discover how to change your habits and prepare for a good night's sleep by: Turning off the television at least an hour before sleep. Not looking at your phone first thing in the morning. Waking up to the light of the sun instead of your alarm. Unlock greater health as Carron shares: How many of her patients' healthy coping skills were hindered due to the pandemic. Why getting creative with your wellbeing during COVID-19 is necessary and how devices like Brain Tap can help. The fact that the brain is a muscle that we have to workout, just like a bicep. Why this mental health pandemic is very real and it will continue once the physical coronavirus one ends. How Carron and Dr. Michelle have been using Brain Tap in their own lives. What parents can do to help their children get better sleep and be more mindful. How you can help your child connect in the real world if they are addicted to too much screen time. What happens to the brain when we don't get enough sleep. Mentioned In This Episode Patrick K. Porter, PhD Brain Tap Carron Montgomery SCBS Ep. 38: Dr. Patrick Porter and LaShonda Brown Patrick Porter's TED Talk Episode 299 – Carron Montgomery, Elizabeth Goslinga and Julie Brown Big Shifts Foundation SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign

Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning how to dance in the rain. - Vivian Greene How can you heal and boost your wellbeing with intuition? Brooke Seiz is a functional medicine nutrition practitioner, and helps people improve their energy, digestion, detox capacity, sleep, hormone balance and overall health. She is also a distributor for Organo, providing Reishi infused coffee and tea to 'put health in the habit!'. Brooke is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition through the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, and Certified in Functional Medicine through Mindfulness Medicine Certification Program. She's also a Master's in Counseling Psych. Candidate. Brooke is experienced in teaching corporate nutrition classes and trainings, so feel free to reach out to her for your Corporate Wellness needs. Currently Brooke sees patients at Premier Integrative Health, and clients in her own online practice – Wired and Tired Women. Join Dr. Michelle and Brooke as they talk about: What foods create a negative impact on digestion issues. Struggles people face about food around the holidays. Why gluten is such a sneaky ingredient that can possibly lead to leaky gut syndrome. Breaking down exactly what leaky gut is and why it's more common than you might think it is. How you can support your body to be well via foods like vegetables, meat, and healthy fats. Her stance on cooked vs raw vegetables for the gut. The psychology of food and how stress impacts the gut. Her top three non-negotiables for living a healthy life. Favorite tips for a good night's sleep to help you get geared up for our SCBS Sleep Campaign. Everything happens when it needs to happen Everything happens when it needs to happen; everyone is always where they need to be. You will never miss out on what is meant for you, even if it has to come to you in a roundabout way. - Iyanla Vanzant Mentioned In This Episode Brooke Seiz Wired and Tired Women Premier Integrative Health SCBS Sleep Campaign Your Wellness Connection SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect LinkedIn Instagram Facebook

Give thanks in all circumstances for that is the will of God. - 1 Thessalonians 5:18, ESV At what age did you learn to appreciate people's advice - and who's advice has been the most impactful? We are excited and blessed to welcome Tracy Lockton to our 40 Days of Gratitude series today. She is the incoming President for the Helzberg Entrepreneurial Mentoring Program (HEMP) in 2021, but she's already become such a strong woman in Dr. Michelle's life who she has loved getting to know over the years. We hope you enjoy their conversation today about gratitude, and some of the lessons she's learned along the way. Join Dr. Michelle and Tracy as they talk about: What the word, 'gratitude,' means to Tracy and why it's like a feeling and state of mind in the present moment. How gratitude has changed for her in 2020 and it's been a great reminder for what she does have in her life. Her role at HEMP and how they are helping people and businesses grow in the Kansas City area. What it means to be a mentor and why it's such an important role. The mentor that has impacted her the most, her father. Why emotion is just as important as logic when it comes to making an important decision. Exploring the word, 'grace,' and what meaning it has brought into her life especially when it comes to reflecting on challenges. What she would tell her 15-year old self including it's okay to cry and explore your emotions because it's the only way to heal. HEMP's plans for 2021 and what she is excited about the most. Be the type of person that no matter where you go or where you are, you always add value to the lives of others around you. - Anonymous Mentioned In This Episode Helzberg Entrepreneurial Mentoring Program (HEMP) SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude AdventHealth CommunityAmerica Credit Union SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect LinkedIn

Life takes a bit of time and a lot of relationship. - Wm. Paul Young At 9:00am Christmas morning, Dr. Michelle Robin was joined by author Paul Young. In an interview Paul said he had written primarily as a way to create unique gifts for his friends, until his wife repeatedly urged him to write something for their six children in order to put down in one place his perspectives on God and on the inner healing Young had experienced as an adult. The resulting manuscript, that later became The Shack. Join Dr. Michelle and Paul as they talk about: How he has cultivated the ability to be present and not get lost in anxious thoughts about the future. Why trust, love, and gratitude are always in the present tense. What you can do when you are experiencing fearful thoughts in the present moment; either let them control you or trust life's journey. Why 'grace' is a freedom word that is buried in trust. Difficult moments in his marriage and the choices he faced. The abuse that both Dr. Michelle and Paul experienced early on in their own lives and how that has impacted their journeys of healing. Identity issues we are facing in 2020 including our focus on money. How writing The Shack blessed his life even before it was published. Why everything becomes a gift when you learn to live without expectations. Gifts that we have been given in 2020 if we look hard enough for them and realize that this has been a year of exposure. If anything matters then everything matters. Because you are important, everything you do is important. Every time you forgive, the universe changes; every time you reach out and touch a heart or a life, the world changes; with every kindness and service, seen or unseen, my purposes are accomplished and nothing will be the same again. - Wm. Paul Young, The Shack Mentioned In This Episode Paul Young The Shack by Paul Young The Shack Trailer SCBS 40 Days of Gratitude AdventHealth CommunityAmerica Credit Union SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect Facebook Pinterest Instagram

There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle. - Albert Einstein Charlotte Markey, Ph.D., is the author of The Body Image Book for Girls and a professor of psychology, as well as a founding director of the Health Sciences Center at Rutgers University (Camden). Dr. Markey has long been involved in community efforts to educate parents and children about eating, body image, and health. She has been asked to present in school districts across the tri-state area and has served on task forces charged with improving school nutrition programs. Nathan Harrup is the Regional Director of Clinical Mission Integration at AdventHealth. His role is centered on promoting whole person care and physician wellbeing through Advent Health's network of outpatient clinics. He is a frequent writer and speaker on topics related to organizational health and workplace culture. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Charlotte as they discuss Why so many people still have body image issues that stay with them from their childhood. Why it's so much easier to start focus on wellness from within and then move your focus to your physical body. What parents can do to help their children have a positive body image. Unpacking the different types of eating disorders including anorexia, food addiction, and bulimia. Why a high percentage of people do have struggles with food. What advice she has for people about food and health as we move into the holiday season. New findings Dr. Markey has discovered in writing her new book on boys and body image. How gratitude helps shift us from a psychological perspective. Learn more about the Four Quadrants Of Wellbeing as Dr. Michelle and Nathan discuss: His role at Advent Health and how he sees whole person health. Why they also focus on emotional and spiritual health with their physician's and outpatients. The high rates in stress, anxiety, and depression we are seeing among physicians. How the concept of gratitude has evolved for him during his adulthood. Why it's healthy for your emotional ecosystem to feel frustrated or overwhelmed as you embrace gratitude. The power of accepting that we don't have control over most things that happen to us in life. Why he believes it's so present to focus on the present moment and not get too focused on the future. Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does. - William James Mentioned In This Episode Charlotte Markey, Ph.D. The Body Image Book for Girls by Dr. Charlotte Markey Nathan Harrup AdventHealth CommunityAmerica Credit Union SCBS 31-Day Kindness Campaign Connect with Dr. Charlotte Markey via: Facebook Twitter

Inch by inch wellness is a cinch; just take the next right step. - Dr. Michelle Robin Join Dr. Michelle Robin as she speaks with Carron Montgomery, Elizabeth Goslinga and Dr. Julie Brown on Small Changes Big Shifts. Carron and Elizabeth are with Aster Counseling, and provide compassionate, confidential and effective mental health services for a wide array of concerns across the lifespan. Dr. Julie Brown is with Shawnee Mission Pediatrics and everyday she gets to help little (and big) patients grow up happy and healthy. Join Dr. Michelle, Carron, Elizabeth, and Dr. Julie as they talk about: How we can help our children thrive through the holiday season. What the past 9 months have taught them about the pandemic and how it's directly impacting children's mental health. Tips they have for children including keeping communication and connection open and ongoing with them. Why now is a good time to help your child reflect on who they are and grow in a creative way. How to combat our eating habits and aiding children to be less impulsive with their food choices. Why it's important for your entire family to get outside to get Vitamin D even if it's cold out in the winter. How to help your child develop a strong mindset in times of stress. Why making a plan to "bubble up" with another family can help a great deal this winter season. Mentioned In This Episode Aster Counseling Shawnee Mission Pediatrics CommunityAmerica Credit Union AdventHealth Big Shifts Foundation 5 Minute App

Don't ask what the world needs; ask what makes you come alive and go out and do it because what the world needs is people that come alive. - Howard Thruman Debra O'Bryan is the Dream Manager & Well-Being Manager at CommunityAmerica Credit Union. She is an energetic, outgoing, positive thinking, and passionate leader that excels in relationship building and inspiring people to achieve their personal and professional dreams. Areas of expertise include life coaching, health and wellness coaching, and financial life coaching. Join Dr. Michelle and Debra as they talk about: What her job role entails as a Dream Manager & Well-Being Manager. Who her role model for gratitude was while growing up. How to build rhythm and resilience with gratitude. Why Community America is so much more than just a bank and how they're helping people in the Kansas City area. What questions you can begin to ask yourself as 2020 wraps up and we look to 2021. Why we should focus more on what we actually value in life and how spending more time with it will help you realign. Books, tools, and guides to help you with the next step in your life journey. Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough and more. - Melody Beattie Mentioned In This Episode CommunityAmerica Credit Union Helping People Change by Richard Boyatzis Melody Beattie AdventHealth Big Shifts Foundation Gifts Of Imperfection Brené Brown 5 Minute App Connect LinkedIn

Ann Gaffigan has over 15 years of experience in business, non-profits, sports and technology. Currently she is the Director of Technology Operations at Dimensional Innovations, a design-build-tech firm based in Overland Park, KS. Ann serves on the boards for the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame and USA Bobsled and Skeleton. She will also be joining the WIN for KC board in January 2021. She believes strongly in giving back to the community and is a big supporter of WIN for KC, KC Women in Tech, Women Leaders in College Sports and Girls Inc. She lives in Olathe with her husband and MMA fighter Jason High and 11 year old daughter Jaelyn. I never saw a wild thing feel sorry for itself. – G.I. Jane Join Dr. Michelle and Ann as they talk about: Her background in sports and how she became passionate about it. How stress can manifest itself in the body if you don't take good care of it. The amazing accomplishments she has achieved especially in Track & Field by practicing wellness with a well-rounded approach. What people get wrong about being healthy and the process that comes with it. How she was able to trust what her body was telling her and step up her health by making a shift to her daily routine. What it actually means to eat healthy and why variety is so important. About the upcoming Small Changes Big Shifts Sleep Series we have planned for 2021. Wow parents can encourage and motivate their children to live healthier lives. Why parenting is a marathon, not a sprint. Mentioned In This Episode Enough As She Is by Rachel Simmons How to Raise Successful People: Simple Lessons for Radical Results by Esther Wojcicki 5 Minute App Connect LinkedIn Twitter

Pressure is a privilege - it only comes to those who earn it. - Billie Jean King Dr. Jeff Gusky is a National Geographic Photographer, ER Doctor, Explorer, and Professional Speaker. In the emergency room, Jeff guides patients and families on a journey through darkness to light and always towards hope. It's a journey that begins with seeing and avoiding imminent danger right before their eyes. There's often a transformational moment when patients and families see danger clearly and soberly. In these moments, they find their strength, they find their courage … strength and courage they didn't know they have. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Jeff as they talk about: The incredible acts of human decency that he has witnessed. His great interest in history, especially World War I. The importance of questioning everything and relying on other human beings. Exploring what keeps us human and what keeps us safe. About his latest research on COVID-19 while on the frontlines as an ER doctor. Why humidity is such a big factor for COVID-19 and how to improve the quality of your air at home with a humidifier. The importance of getting enough VitaminD each day and how to get tested for your current levels. Why natural herd immunity can work and how it can work. Unpacking how viruses actually spread and why COVID-19 isn't necessarily moving from person to person but in clouds. Mentioned In This Episode Jeff Gusky 40 Days Of Gratitude Govee Digital Hydrometer AIRCARE MA1201 AdventHealth Connect Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate. - Oprah Winfrey Day 40 and 39 of The Gratitude Campaign Today is the big day – launching my 40 Days of Gratitude. I'm so excited you're joining me on this journey to take a deeper dive into what this word and action can do for our body, mind, and spirit in today's world. For Day 39, Dr. Michelle Robin spoke to her long-time and dear friend, Paul Jernigan. Join Dr. Michelle and Paul for Day 39 as they talk about: What are some ways that he experiences and shares gratitude. How he experiences gratitude through his senses such as spending time in nature and appreciating the beauty of it. What parents can do to help their child cultivate awe and wonder just like his mother did for him. Walk as if you are kissing the Earth with your feet. - Thich Nhat Hanh Mentioned In This Episode [Gratitude] Day 40 - Dr. Michelle Robin [Gratitude] Day 39 - Paul Jernigan 20,000 Days and Counting by Robert D. Smith Connect LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram

Do what you can with what you have where you are. - Theodore Roosevelt As we wrapped up our 31-Day Kindness Campaign on November 13 (World Kindness Day), we were overwhelmed with the stories that came flooding in about the impact the campaign had on those who participated. We had over 20 pages of stories from people, so we asked some of them to share their stories with the world. What an amazing #ripplefromtheheartland we created – let's keep it going, tribe! Join us as we talk about: What beautiful acts of kindness participants have done during our 31-Day Kindness Campaign. What words of guidance participants want to share with people who have also faced or are currently facing a difficult time in their life. Different acts of kindness they have done for strangers and how it has rippled throughout their own inner circles and beyond. How tapping into your talents and sharing it with others can do so much good for your community. Other acts of kindness you can participate in such as Blessing Bags to keep the wave going. Why being intentional about kindness is also self therapeutic. How Small Changes Big Shifts is getting geared up for our 40 Days of Gratitude Campaign

Why does kindness matter in a business – especially in leadership? Dr. Michelle Robin sits down to talk about that very thing with three of Garmin leadership members in Kansas City: Jay Dee Krull, Krista Klaus, and Haley Prophet. Tune in as they reflect on how kindness has shaped who they are, why kindness matters to them in the world today, and how they bring it into their roles at Garmin for their associates. Discover how you can build a better team at work as Jay shares: How kindness is king in a successful business or organization. How kindness has made a difference in his life including his career. What it takes to be a kind leader and how you can be firm at the same time. What it means to be kind and how it will raise our vibrations. How you can raise someone else's energy with a simple hug. Where he inherited his kindness genes from. Why we are all some type of therapist in our own ways. Join Dr. Michelle and Krista to grow your kindness practice as they talk about: Why kindness is such a focal point of our daily lives and our wellbeing. What Krista's mother did to help her be more empathetic towards others from an early age. How we can cultivate greater kindness and empathy to really be there for people in our community and walks of life. The difference between being focused on a "Rolled to Roll" vs a "Sold to Soul" mindset and why the latter is so much more powerful. What incredible acts of kindness she experienced while ill and recovering in the hospital. What her biggest takeaways have been from participating in the Small Changes Big Shifts Kindness Campaign. Learn new tools for transforming your own wellbeing from Hayley including: The positive shift she's seeing in people not only focusing on compassion for others but self-compassion during 2020 as well. Why wellbeing is a holistic approach to living life well by focusing on the Four Quadrants: Chemical, Physical, Spiritual, and Energetic. What legacy she wants her Wellbeing Team at Garmin to leave behind for the company and Kansas City Community. Why kindness is compassion in action. Her favorite practices for openly cultivating self-compassion. How your self-compassion will overflow into your community the more you practice it. What self-care practices parents can do especially if they are at home with their children during COVID-19. Mentioned In This Episode Garmin Lockton SCBS Ep. 258 – Sonia Choquette-Tully SCBS Ep. 279 – Samantha Hammontree, Tereza Hubkova and Haley Prophet 238 – Haley Prophet Kindness Campaign Kindness Campaign Deck Brené Brown

Happy #WorldKindnessDay friends! Hard to believe it's day 31! What an amazing journey, and the stories you've sent have touched my heart in so many ways. I want to share this memorable conversation I had recently with Rhonda Turner at Americo on kindness. Her stories resonated in my own heart, and I've been so excited to share it with you today… let's keep spreading this #ripplefromtheheartland and watch our world feel it. Share which kindness acts you discovered were your "medicine" for this world – I'd love to know.

Half of your happiness depends on conscious choices you make every day. Choices that with time become habits. - Dr. Amit Sood Dr. Amit Sood is the creator of the Resilient Option program. He is one of the world's leading experts on resilience and wellbeing, and executive director of the Global Center for Resiliency and Wellbeing. He was also professor of medicine, and Chair for student life and wellness at Mayo Clinic. Dr. Sood has authored or co-authored over 70 peer-reviewed papers and is the author of several books including, The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living, The Mayo Clinic Handbook for Happiness, Mindfulness Redesigned, SMART with Dr. Sood, The Resilience Journal, and Build Your Immune Resilience. He has received numerous awards including the 2010 Distinguished Service, 2010 Innovator of the Year, 2013 Outstanding Physician Scientist and 2016 Faculty of the Year awards, all from Mayo Clinic. He was selected as one among top 20 intelligent optimists in the world (Ode Magazine). Dr. Sood was also selected by RWJ Foundation as one of the health care pioneers. Don't let the negative few affect the positive many. - Dr. Michelle Robin Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Amit as they talk about: Why cultivating kindness in your life is easiest when you share it with someone else. How remembering your previous acts of kindness can bring you out of a funk if you're feeling down. What we can do to build resilience during the US elections and beyond in 2020. How looking forward to future events such as Thanksgiving can help lift your spirits. What steps we can do to shift our mindset to our benefit. The early signs of fatigue and why we should combat it sooner than later. How we can heal as a nation by first focusing on healing ourselves individually. What steps you can take to boost your health now at his site, Immune Resilience. Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated. - Confucius Learn new tools for transforming your community and own wellbeing including: His favorite self-care practices to enhance his own wellbeing and how you can apply them to your life. All about his Resilient Option program and their mission to help people thrive. His apps, Zizo and MoodCandy, and how they can help us build greater resilience. What optional suffering is and why we're wired to have it because of our brain's negativity bias. How to become happier every day with conscious choices that will become habits over time. The importance of rest and focusing on something during the day to uplift your emotions. Discover Dr. Amit's Three Steps for Stress Management: Identify Eliminate Reframe Our greatest freedom is the freedom to choose our attitude. - Viktor Frankl Mentioned In This Episode Amit Sood Resilient Option program Happy Brain: How to Overcome Our Neural Predispositions to Suffering | Amit Sood, MD | TEDxUNI Mayo Clinic The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living The Mayo Clinic Handbook for Happiness Mindfulness Redesigned SMART with Dr. Sood The Resilience Journal Build Your Immune Resilience Zizo MoodCandy Wellness on a Shoestring® by Dr. Michelle Robin Kindness Campaign Deck SCBS Episode 289 – Rennie McKinney 5 minute journal app Immune Resilience Advent Health Community America Connect Twitter LinkedIn

If you wish to understand the Universe think of energy, frequency and vibration. - Nikola Tesla Dr. Darrell Misak has the unique qualifying training as a naturopathic doctor and registered pharmacist to formulate VI-Telometry. Using his pharmacy background understanding of chemistry along with his naturopathic herbal and nutritional training at National College of Natural Medicine, Dr. Misak's insight and understanding of science and nature come together in VI-Telometry. Get 10% off your VI-Telometry order with the code ROBIN Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Darrell as they talk about: How to achieve a higher level of life for yourself by focusing on living a healthy lifestyle you love. What inspired him to become a naturopathic doctor. His main focus on helping patients improve their body's efficiency so that it's able to self-correct and heal on its own. What energy medicine is and how he utilizes it in his professional practice. Why we're drawn to comfort food when we're stressed out. What telomeres are, where they're located, and why we should know about them. The incredible shift we would see in our nation's health if farmed food without the use of pesticides. Learn new tools for transforming your community and own wellbeing including: How breathwork and meditation can help you let go of stress and anxiety in the moment. The power of pausing and being aware of what you're eating, feeling, and how your energy levels are. How natural products like Dr. Darrell's VI-Telometry products with telomeres can help reverse aging, improve your energy, and help strengthen your memory. Learn all about and apply Dr. Darrell's Five Phases to your life for better health: Phase 1: Clean up your environment i.e. Focus on pure air, food, and water as well as EMF protection Phase 2: Identify through testing what your body's specific stressors are Phase 3: Support - Understand what your body needs in order to heal it rather than focusing on what you need to fix it Phase 4: Detoxification carried out by the first three phases Phase 5: Self-awareness and recognizing what your symptoms are telling you about your body Sometimes the best thing you can do is not think, not wonder, not imagine, not obsess. Just breathe and have faith that everything will work out for the best. - Unknown Mentioned In This Episode Darrell Misak VI-Telometry Advent Health Community America Connect Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube

Rennie Shuler-McKinney, MS, LCP, has dedicated her professional career to serving others and focusing on those struggling with depression and suicidal behavior. In her current role as Clinical Director of Behavioral Health Services at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, she leads multiple teams on the inpatient acute care psychiatric unit, the Intensive Outpatient Program and the 24-hour Behavioral Health Assessment Center. She has also spent more than 20 years in private practice, providing therapy to adolescents and their families. Rennie is a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, receiving her Master of Science Degree in Psychology and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology from Pittsburg State University. Rennie currently serves as the Chair of the Johnson County Suicide Prevention Coalition, is on the Board of Heartland Regional Alcohol and Substance Abuse Center and is the past chair of the Kansas Hospital Association's Behavioral Health Task Force. Join Dr. Michelle and Rennie as they talk about: What help and therapeutic treatments are available in Kansas City if you are anxious, depressed, or have suicidal thoughts. Why some people struggle with being kind more than others and how we can better understand why. Why we're more likely to be kind when we witness others doing it too. Mental health statistics from June 2020 and the fatigue people are now feeling into the end of the year. Why it's so important for people to receive the support they need so that they do not become hopeless. Which lessons of kindness she learned from her father from a very young age. Learn new tools for transforming your community and own wellbeing including: Approaching our relationships and interactions with a soft heart. The science behind the three feel good hormones that are released when you give or receive kindness. What people are doing in the Kansas City community to spread kindness and how you can join. The importance of being kind to everyone no matter their job role or background. Mentioned In This Episode Rennie Shuler-McKinney, MS, LCP AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Johnson County Suicide Prevention Coalition Heartland Regional Alcohol and Substance Abuse Center Lockton Connect LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube

Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of overcoming it. - Helen Keller Quinton Lucas, "Mayor Q," has prioritized making Kansas City's neighborhoods safer, creating more accessible and affordable housing and public transportation, fostering a healthier community and improving basic services. Quinton created and chairs the City's Special Committee on Housing Policy. Born and raised in Kansas City, Quinton has spent most of his life in the city's urban core. As a child, he moved often and experienced homelessness, sometimes staying with family or friends, or residing in a motel. Despite these challenges, Quinton remained focused on his schoolwork, earning academic scholarships to high school, college and Cornell Law School before returning home to Kansas City. Join Dr. Michelle and Mayor Quinton as they talk about: The positive shift we can create in someone's life when we show them kindness. Stories of how other people have shown him kindness during his lifetime and how that has lifted his spirits. The fact that everyone in 2020 is experiencing some kind of trauma this year. Examples of how the local Kansas City business community has rallied around him. Why social media is wonderful but we have to be wary of what we read/see/hear on it and what the truth out there actually is. How to be more considerate of what we share and write on social media. What steps we can take to show up and support one another. Learn new tools for transforming your community including: Why you should never get too fed up to try and make a difference. The power of not giving up on our community especially our younger generations. Why it's so important to listen to one another especially with the Black Lives Matter movement. Understanding people of different backgrounds and why we're all so similar in our experiences, emotions, and struggles. Why it matters so much to people when we make time for them. Mentioned In This Episode Quinton Lucas, "Mayor Q," Simon Sinek Brené Brown Kindness Campaign Kindness Campaign Deck Connect LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter

Whenever you make room for kindness your heart turns into poetry. - Dr. Michelle Robin Linda Cohen has been a Kindness Catalyst for over 10 years. She is a professional speaker, presentation consultant and the author of 1,000 Mitzvahs: How Small Acts of Kindness Can Heal, Inspire and Change Your Life published in 2011 by Seal Press. Linda presents to organizations and businesses on the Economy of Kindness. She is the past president of the National Speakers Association Oregon Chapter. She loves practicing yoga and meditation and will never pass up a good cup of Earl Grey tea. The sooner we become less impressed with our life, our accomplishments, our career, our relationships, the prospects in front of us and the more involved we are with these things, the sooner we get better at them. We must be more than just happy to be here. - Linda Cohen Join Dr. Michelle and Linda as they talk about: How both the giver and the receiver benefit from acts of kindness. What inspired Linda to start her project, 1,000 Mitzvahs. The shift she's seeing in giving and receiving and why it's been easier for people to be the receiver during COVID-19 than before. Why acts of kindness first have to start with yourself before you are fully able to give to others. What lessons about kindness and life she has learned from her children. Why it's so important to ask for help when you need it and in return offer support to those around you. How to be more empathetic towards people and their behavior because you never know what they're going through. Discover the three lessons of kindness Lind learned from 1,000 Mitzvahs: The size of the kindness act doesn't necessarily matter. Giving and receiving: It's easy to be the giver and sometimes harder to be the receiver. The ripple effect: A simple act of kindness can create a ripple effect in the community. Learn about Linda's 10 Ways To Cultivate Kindness including these specifically for 2020: Attend to your heart Voice your love Display your thanks Don't let you imagination get hijacked Take only sips of social media Mentioned In This Episode Linda Cohen 1,000 Mitzvahs: How Small Acts of Kindness Can Heal, Inspire and Change Your Life 10 Ways To Cultivate Kindness Loving Kindness Meditation Giving and Receiving Kindness Campaign Kindness Campaign Deck SCBS Ep. 241 – Mindy Corporon The Rabbit Effect by Kelli Harding MD MPH The War of Kindness by Jamil Zaki Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey Advent Health Ekchart Tolle SCBS Episode 258 – Sonia Choquette-Tully Channel Kindness: Stories of Kindness and Community by Lady Gaga Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. - Leo Buscaglia Connect LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube

You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe deserve your love and affection. - Buddha David Fryburg, M.D., is a physician (internist and endocrinologist), a scientist, and a self-proclaimed nerd who wants to help people achieve a better and more meaningful life. He has been an academic journeyman educated and trained at a lot of great institutions. Following a terrific experience as faculty at the University of Virginia, Dr. Fryburg moved to the pharmaceutical industry to eventually lead translational medicine for cardiovascular, metabolic, and endocrine diseases at Pfizer. For the last 9 years he has led teams of scientists from academia, government, and industry to solve problems in how we measure or diagnose disease for the Foundation for the NIH Biomarkers Consortium. In 2014, with his son Jesse, David co-founded Envision Kindness, a novel non-profit that promotes kindness, compassion, joy, and love through images crowd sourced from around the world. As he dug deeper, the science behind why kindness is so important made itself known. It is through this blog that his alter ego, Prof K, shares these learnings and puts a scientific face on the ancient wisdom "it is better to give than receive." Join Dr. Michelle and David Fryburg M.D. as they talk about: What inspired him to co-found Envision Kindness to show the beauty of positive human interaction and relationships that he knows to be true. The science of kindness and why it's so necessary for our survival as humans. Why we are naturally built for kindness and how just witnessing it can uplift our wellbeing. The fact that kindness is the default state of most living beings. How we're wired for empathy and compassion. Why we're more attracted to people who are generous and caring through acts such as volunteering. How Envision Kindness is passively inspiring people to be more kind, compassionate, and loving. Compassionate people are geniuses in the art of living, more necessary to the dignity, security, and joy of humanity than the discoverers of knowledge. - Albert Einstein Learn new tools for transforming your life including: Exploring the warm feeling you feel after you have helped someone in your inner circle or even out in the community. Why we naturally tap into the 'Helper's High' for high vibrations compared to low ones. Why being altruistic can be good for our wellbeing. Why volunteering and helping others can lengthen your lifespan. How seeing pictures or kindness or positivity can boost your mind and mood. Human kindness has never weakened the stamina or softened the fiber of a free people. A nation does not have to be cruel to be tough. - Franklin D. Roosevelt Mentioned In This Episode David Fryburg, M.D Envision Kindness Psychology Today | David Fryburg, M.D - The Science of Kindness Kindness Campaign Kindness Campaign Deck Connect LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube

Why does kindness matter in a business – especially in leadership? Dr. Michelle Robin sits down to talk about that very thing with three of Lockton's leadership members in Kansas City – Joe Agnello, Brooke Runnion, and Said Taiym. They reflect on how kindness has shaped who they are, why kindness matters to them in the world today, and how they bring it into their roles at Lockton for their associates. Join us on today's show as we talk about the 31-Day Kindness Campaign in partnership with Lockton Companies.

Where flowers bloom so does hope. - Lady Bird Johnson Aaron Fulk has a strong entrepreneur heart with a passion for social media. She has taken what many would have seen as tough circumstances and turned them into living her dream. She is running a very successful marketing agency, Lillian James Creative. Join Dr. Michelle and Aaron as they talk about: Where Aaron is at in her self-care journey and looking after her health. Lessons she's learned over the last months during this 75 Day Hardcore self-care plan. Why her business grows greater the more time she spends on herself and her wellness. About our Small Changes Big Shifts Kindness Campaign in October and November. Mindset and behavior changes for Aaron during lockdown and on her wellness journey. Various struggles that Dr. Michelle has been through and why she's empowered to just keep moving. What people don't realize about single mothers such as Aaron that she wants them to know about. When you heal the heart, you will heal the body. - Dr. Michelle Robin Learn new tools for transforming your life including: How to cultivate greater awareness of what you're eating as well as thinking or saying about yourself. Why working on yourself will ripple and help your kids focus on themselves and ultimately grow too. Finding gratitude in who's showing up for you compared to who isn't there. Paying attention to behavior patterns and how to break the cycle. You can do hard things. - Aaron Fulk Mentioned In This Episode Aaron Fulk Lillian James Creative. Small Changes Big Shifts Kindness Campaign Living in Vitality | AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Living in Vitality Virtual Conference The Hoffman Institute Foundation A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood - Official Trailer Connect LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube

What creates more joy, more happiness, more contentment than a simple sense of fun? - Rev Wendy Craig-Purcell in Ask Yourself This! Affectionately called "The Rev" by her spiritual community, Rev. Wendy Craig-Purcell has been a force in the effort toward global change for nearly 40 years. Her personal mission to "teach everyday spiritual wisdom for conscious living and global transformation" inspires and informs all her work. A graduate of the Unity School of Christianity, Wendy was ordained as a Unity minister in 1980. Just a few years later, she founded The Unity Center, a 500-member spiritual community located in San Diego, California where she currently serves as CEO and Spiritual Leader. With a strong interest in spiritually motivated social action, Wendy and The Unity Center community were instrumental in the formation of the San Diego Department of Peace. It has since become Americans for the Department of Peace (AFDOP) and now encompasses all of Southern California. Be the change you wish to see in the world. - Mahatma Gandhi Join Dr. Michelle and Rev. Wendy as they talk about: How her grandmother introduced her to Unity and what inspired her to become a minister. Why we're seeing more people search out for a spiritual community in 2020. How our priorities have shifted during COVID-19. Unpacking the New Thought Movement and Virtual White Allies Gatherings to help combat racism. The relationship they have with their parents and what lessons they have learned from them. Learn new tools for transforming your life including: How we can be more mindful while communicating with the people in our lives each day. Principles we can practice if our inner peace has been challenged including C.A.L.M. - Compassionate, Awake, Loving, and Mindful. What we can do to help our communities heal by listening to our black members. Small acts of kindness that go a long way to bring joy to others. Businesses is the murder of compassion. - Dr. Joan Borsinco Mentioned In This Episode Wendy Craig-Purcell Unity School of Christianity The Unity Center Ask Yourself This: Questions to Open the Heart, Expand the Mind and Awaken the Soul by Rev. Wendy Craig-Purcell Living in Vitality | AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Tom Hill Jack Canfield The Hoffman Process David W. Campt Joan Borysenko Connect Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

Motivation comes from action. - Rebecca Louise in It Takes Grit Our BONUS Small Changes Big Shifts guest this week is the Author of the new book, It Takes Grit, Rebecca Louise. Rebecca is also the Founder of the B.T.E.S app and host of the It Takes Grit Podcast. Rebecca's mission is to help you feel like the best version of yourself every single day by bringing you exciting workouts and tasty recipes, as well as giving you the motivation to do it. Like a lot of people, it has taken her a while to be comfortable in her own skin. At the age of 17, she suffered from anorexia and terrible complexion which led to depression. Join Dr. Michelle and Rebecca as they talk about: Her wellness journey facing anorexia as she tried to control all of her emotions as a teenager. Unpacking why people develop eating disorders and the differences between anorexia and bulimia. The immense amount of bullying she faced when she switched to a new school. How removing herself from a toxic environment allowed her to shift her mindset. The importance of building resilience with gratitude and love. How being isolated and in lockdown is leading to higher rates of self-comparison but we can prevent it. Learn new tools for transforming your health including: How to really starting living and loving life by stop comparing yourself to other people. Creating a grit mindset to help you keep going no matter what obstacles you face along the way. Seeing the gifts we have and are given when we face difficult times such as COVID-19. Why you shouldn't take advice from somebody that you wouldn't want to trade places with. Tune in and discover: What it means to "level up" and how we can do that each day by focusing on improving ourselves by 1%. Steps from her book, It Takes Grit, that you can start applying to your life today. Special bonuses including a Free 30-Day Workout Program you can find at her website. Her B.T.E.S. workout app and community that you can become a part of today. Grit is sticking with your future day in and day out. Not just for one week, not just for one month but for years. - Angela Lee Duckworth Mentioned In This Episode Rebecca Louise It Takes Grit by Rebecca Louise T.E.S app It Takes Grit Podcast Rebecca Louise's Free 30-Day Workout Program Strong Is The New Pretty by Kate T. Parker Jim Rohn Tony Robbins Connect Instagram Facebook YouTube Pinterest

Happily ever after is lived on a day to day basis. - Margaret Bonanno This week Dr. Michelle Robin is joined by her fellow Wellness Consortium sisters to discuss how we can break the cycle and create generational changes within our families and communities, how to support our younger generations as they transition into adulthood, plus our upcoming 31-Day Kindness Campaign in October. Go out into the world today and love the people you meet. Let your presence light new light in the hearts of people. - Mother Teresa About Dr. Kerri Howerton Dr. Kerri Howerton, chiropractic physician, certified functional medicine practitioner, is the owner of Modern Health KC. She created Modern Health KC with women and children in mind. At Modern Health KC they are in it for the long haul. Some behaviors, habits and routines have taken years to create. To think we could reverse the damage done by a modern environment in 30 days would not be a responsible tactic. She is passionate about helping people understand, cultivate and grow their own modern health path. She believes true healthcare is created by empowering patients to become their own "doctor". There is not a single doctor who can ever understand the symptoms a patient feels on a day to day basis. About Dawn Hood Dawn Hood chose to become a counselor because she enjoys helping people grow, make changes and feel better! She enjoys hearing her clients' stories, learning about their experiences, and figuring out the patterns behind what works well and what doesn't. Each person is a unique puzzle, made up of heredity, personality style, and life experiences. After acquiring a license as a Professional Counselor, she opened and began building her private practice. During this time, she continued working in Community Mental Health as both a therapist and a supervisor for other therapists within the same program. Along with counseling, she has also held a position as an Adjunct Professor. At Rockhurst University she enjoyed two years teaching courses in Developmental Psychology. Academically, she has a Bachelors degree in Psychology (BS), and a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). Through the State of Missouri she is also Licensed as a Professional Counselor (LPC). About Dr. Jess Loveless Jessica Loveless, DC graduated with her Doctorate of Chiropractic from Cleveland University-Kansas City, and is currently studying for her Masters in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine at the University of Western States. Dr. Loveless spends many of her weekends attending seminars and conferences to increase her knowledge in the latest topics and services in healthcare. This gives her exceptional experience to provide patients with superior treatment and care. Dr. Loveless enjoys advocating for her profession with the Kansas Chiropractic Association (KCA) as the Kansas City Metro District Director, as well as the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) serving on the Political Action Committee and Legislative Advisory Board. During election seasons, she helps manage her mother's political campaign, Concannon for Kansas, for the Kansas House of Representatives. If it was easy, everyone would do it. Heart is what makes it great. - Tom Hanks in A League Of Their Own Join Dr. Michelle, Dr. Kerri, Dawn, and Dr. Jess as they talk about: The power of focusing on whole-person health. Why they chose to focus on careers in health and wellness. What the Wellness Consortium is and what it means to them to be a part of it. How they're helping their clients heal the mind, body, and soul. Upcoming events happening with the Wellness Consortium that you can attend in the Kansas City Area. Our October 31- Day Kindness Campaign and how you can get involved. The increase in people facing mental health crises due to COVID-19, racism, and other issues facing the USA. Learn new tools for transforming your health and community including: Slowing down and trying new ways to be to support yourself and other people. How to find the right wellness tribe for you and your goals. Why it's so important for women to support one another. How to build resilience and help others cultivate it as well in their own lives. Not fragile like a flower. Fragile like a bomb. - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Mentioned In This Episode 31-Day Kindness Campaign Lockton Big Shifts Foundation Wellness Consortium Modern Health KC SCBS Ep. 160 – Dr. Georgia Nab SCBS Ep. 241 – Mindy Corporon SCBS Ep. 220 – Dr. Ann Kulze Awesome Ambitions Living in Vitality | AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Wild Collective Connect Kerri Howerton Dawn Hood Jessica Loveless, DC