In this episode of Disrupt the System, Dr. Nancy Crowell sits down with Ayurvedic practitioner, herbalist, and educator KP Khalsa—a pioneer in the field of holistic health with over 50 years of experience. KP was the personal apprentice of Yogi Bhajan for over three decades and is the first person professionally certified in both Ayurveda and Western Herbalism.

Together, they unpack the hidden root causes of autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s and how gut dysbiosis—often caused by antibiotics, stress, and modern lifestyles—plays a central role in the breakdown of immune and endocrine function.

• The gut microbiome’s role in triggering autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s

• How chronic stealth infections disrupt thyroid and adrenal health

• Why antimicrobials—natural or pharmaceutical—must be timed carefully

• The difference between bacterial overgrowth in the small vs. large intestine

• When and how to use herbs like goldenseal, Oregon grape, and berberine

• Why oil of oregano may not be the safest solo solution

• The Ayurvedic lens on food: Can you still eat grains and legumes while healing?

• The impact of vitamin D deficiency on immunity and microbial balance

• How low stomach acid lets harmful bacteria thrive—and what to do about it

• Why real healing requires more than supplements: sleep, sunshine, and simplicity

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You’re doing everything right — taking care of yourself, practicing embodiment, doing the mindset work — but something still feels off.
If you’ve ever found yourself exhausted, overwhelmed, or battling physical symptoms despite all your efforts… this episode is for you.

Today, Dr Nancy is joined by her former client Brea Fisher — a gifted teacher of Chinese internal martial arts and founder of Guian Gun Fu — for a raw, powerful conversation about what happens when high-achieving women finally stop trying to do it all alone.

Brea shares:

• How despite years of deep personal work, her body began sending loud distress signals she couldn’t decode on her own

• Why her independence and "do it yourself" mindset was actually blocking her full healing

• The subtle (and not-so-subtle) health symptoms she was experiencing — and how they completely transformed once she embraced deeper support

• How asking for help opened a portal not just for physical healing, but for deeper leadership, creativity, and trust in life itself

If you’re tired of holding it all together on your own, if your body is whispering (or shouting) that it’s time for a change, listen closely.

This conversation could be the mirror you didn’t know you needed.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Why traditional "self-discipline" often fails women in healing

• How to spot the signs that your body is asking for a new way forward

• The connection between nervous system regulation, hormone balance, and receiving support

• The hidden cost of radical independence — and the freedom on the other side of it

• Practical steps to begin softening into a new relationship with your health, your energy, and your leadership

Resources Mentioned:

• Connect with Brea Fisher and explore her Qigong practice at Patreon.com/BreaFisher

• Follow Brea on Instagram: @quanyingongfu

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Welcome to the Disrupt the System Podcast, where we challenge outdated norms and redefine what's possible for driven women seeking freedom, wealth, and health.

In today’s episode, I sit down with my friend, past client, and powerhouse coach Kristel David—an entrepreneur, speaker, and host of Her Playbook. Kristel is deeply passionate about helping wives and mothers rediscover their worth, reclaim their power, and create thriving lives. After navigating her own transformative journey through divorce, she has become a beacon of hope for women ready to break free from societal expectations and rewrite their own stories.

✨ Kristel’s personal evolution—from being an NFL wife and mother of five to a thriving entrepreneur and mentor
✨ The reality of rebuilding life after divorce, both personally and professionally
✨ The unexpected ways stress manifests in the body—and how Kristel learned to listen to her body’s signals
✨ The impact of holistic health and functional medicine on her healing journey
✨ How perfectionism can sabotage health and success—and what to do instead
✨ The power of self-advocacy and asking for support without shame
✨ Why surrender and trust are the key themes for 2025

Kristel shares candidly about the toll stress took on her body—from joint pain and TMJ to digestive issues and chronic fatigue—and how her journey with functional health helped her reclaim her vitality. We also dive deep into how women often resist asking for help and the life-changing shift that happens when we fully receive support.

This conversation is full of raw truth, powerful insights, and actionable takeaways for any woman navigating transitions, burnout, or the pressure to do it all alone.

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