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Hey my messy people! 💥

In this episode, I’m diving into some of the wild wellness trends floating around TikTok and the health space right now—and let’s just say… not all of them are it. 😅

I’m all for a good hack (you KNOW I am), especially when it comes to navigating Type 1 diabetes, Hashimoto’s, hormones, and everything in between. But at some point, we’ve got to pause and ask:
👉 Does this actually make sense for my body?

Because here’s the truth—wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all. What works for me might not work for you, and vice versa. The real goal? Becoming the best version of YOU in your own body.

So today, I’m breaking down a few trending “health hacks” and giving you my real, no-BS take on what’s helpful… and what might just be adding to the noise.

Here’s what I really want you to take away from this episode:

We are drowning in options.
And sometimes? More options = more confusion.

So instead of chasing every trend, ask yourself:

• What is my goal?
• What makes MY body feel good?
• Does this actually make sense?

Because at the end of the day, wellness doesn’t come from hacks…
It comes from consistency, simplicity, and understanding your body.

Honestly?
We might be better off going back to how our grandparents ate. 🍳

Whole foods. Simple ingredients. Less noise.

I’m not anti-innovation. I’m not anti-options.
But I am pro-common sense.

So let’s stop overcomplicating things and start tuning back into what actually works.

And hey—if you’ve tried any of these trends, I want to hear from you! 👇

Come hang out with me on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube—
and don’t forget, if you’ve got a messy story… I’m all ears. 💖

More incredible interviews and summer content coming your way soon ☀️

Until next time…
Keep it messy. ✨

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Hey my messy warriors 💖

This episode is such a special one for me. I had the absolute honor of sitting down with fellow Type 1 Diabetic badass, Kelsey Lynn Stokes—and let me tell you… her story? It’s powerful, it’s messy, and it’s REAL.

I actually found Kelsey on TikTok (which yes… can be a little scary sliding into those DMs 😅), but I knew instantly I wanted her on the show. Her energy, her honesty, and her willingness to share her journey is exactly what this space is about—representation, resilience, and reminding you that you are NOT alone in this.

We dive into what it’s really like living with Type 1 Diabetes—not just the numbers, not just the tech—but the mental battles, the burnout, the grit it takes to show up every single day.

Kelsey shares her diagnosis story at just 13 years old, navigating life overseas without proper support, and how misinformation and lack of understanding shaped her early years. And you guys… this is why I’m so passionate about talking about this—because the narrative used to be SO different. Fear-based. Limiting. Honestly? Damaging.

But here’s what I love—this episode flips that script.

We talk about how far technology has come, how people are living LONG, full lives with T1D (shoutout to Carol with 50+ years 🙌), and why it’s so important for newly diagnosed individuals to see what’s possible.

Now… this is where it gets intense.

Kelsey shares the moment her life took a turn—running the New York City Marathon (yes, like an absolute warrior 💪), experiencing severe chest pain mid-race… and STILL finishing. Only to later find out she was dealing with a serious underlying infection and complications that landed her in the hospital.

And this is the part that hit me hard…

How many of us are pushing through symptoms?
How many of us are told we’re “fine” when we’re not?
How many of us don’t realize how bad we felt until we finally feel better?

That conversation right there… whew.

We also talk about burnout—because let’s be real… we don’t get a break. Ever. And sometimes the strongest thing you can do is NOT push through, but actually pause, take care of yourself, and refill your cup.

And one of my favorite parts of this episode? Kelsey taking her own struggles and turning them into something powerful—creating a product that supports women with diabetes so they can feel confident, feminine, and FUNCTIONAL without sacrificing their care.

Because representation matters.
Because innovation matters.
Because feeling GOOD in your own skin matters.

This episode is about resilience.
It’s about advocacy.
It’s about choosing—over and over again—not to be a victim of your circumstances.

Messy warriors… this one is going to stick with you 💥

Connect with Kelsey Lynn Stokes:

https://www.instagram.com/thewanderingdiabetic/

https://www.tiktok.com/@thewanderingdiabetic

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https://www.tiktok.com/@calycanthuslingerie

https://www.instagram.com/calycanthuslingerie/

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Heyyyy my messy warriors 💥

Let’s talk about something REAL today… because if you’ve ever snapped, shut down, overreacted, or said something and immediately thought “why did I just do that?”—this episode is for you.

We’re diving into distress tolerance… aka how to actually handle big emotions without letting them run the show.

Because here’s the truth 👇
👉 It’s not that you’re “too emotional”
👉 It’s that no one ever taught you what to do with those emotions

And that’s exactly what we’re unpacking today.

We also go into something I see ALL the time 👀
👉 Hiding behind “I’m just speaking my truth” when it’s really unprocessed emotion coming out sideways

Because let’s be honest…

There’s a difference between:
💬 expressing how you feel
and
💥 firing it at someone

And if you can’t sit with the emotion… you will throw it.

And remember this, because this one hits…

👉 Your feelings are always valid… but your delivery is still your responsibility.

We’re not aiming for perfection over here—we’re aiming for awareness, growth, and shortening that gap between reaction and reflection.

Because being real doesn’t mean being reckless…
and your truth deserves to be delivered—not dumped.

And if you’re ready to take this work even deeper—especially when it comes to building mental toughness and real-life grit—you’re not going to want to miss what’s coming next 👀

My brand new “Messy” Challenge is dropping this April… and it’s designed to help you strengthen your mindset, regulate your emotions, and take action—even when things feel hard.

And for those of you who have ever thought…
👉 “I feel like I have something to say… maybe I should start a podcast?”

But then immediately follow it with… “Where do I even begin?” 😅

I’ve got you.

Be on the lookout for my upcoming “Basics of Podcasting” Masterclass—where I’ll walk you through everything you need to get started (and actually follow through).

Because your voice matters… and it’s time to use it 💥