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Hey friends—welcome back to Everything’s Messy Podcast! 🎧 Can you believe we’re almost at the two-year anniversary of this little messy adventure? Season 3 is right around the corner, but before we get there, I wanted to take some time to chat solo with you about a few things that are trending in the health and wellness world. Some of them I’m totally on board with, others… well, let’s just say I’ve got opinions. 😉

First up—posture as a beauty trend. Yep, apparently standing up straight is the new facelift. I get it—I grew up in pageants (mock me all you want, I can handle it!) where posture was everything, so I’m all for people standing tall and aligned. But when it turns into another excuse for TikTok gadgets and billion-dollar beauty standards? Ehh, let’s breathe (literally!) and be careful not to corset ourselves back into the dark ages.

Then we dive into “quadrobics” (yes, I finally managed to say it right 😅)—basically moving around like animals on all fours. Think crab walks, bear crawls, gorilla walks. It’s playful, it’s trending, and while I’m all for movement in any form, I also want us to be careful with mobility versus flexibility, stretching safely, and not injuring ourselves in the name of looking cool crawling across the gym floor.

Of course, I couldn’t resist a good rant on self-discipline and promises we keep to ourselves. Showing up for your health has to become non-negotiable—like picking up your kids from school. You don’t skip it, you just do it. And every time you keep that promise to yourself, your body learns to trust you more, and that momentum builds.

Oh, and don’t even get me started on “med-cations.” Yep, medical vacations are apparently the new luxury trend—think genome sequencing and biohacking retreats instead of margaritas on the beach. Personally? Hard pass. Chronic illness doesn’t take vacations, and I’d rather spend my travel time soaking in culture, connection, and joy—not obsessing over more wellness industry gimmicks.

I wrap things up with some heart-to-heart thoughts about heritage, traditions, and storytelling. Maybe all of this wellness obsession is a sign that what we’re really craving is connection—tribal, ancestral, cultural connection. I don’t want us to lose the stories of where we came from or the joy of living life itself in the chase for the next shiny health trend.

So that’s where I land: let’s ask the hard questions, be curious, move our bodies, and take care of ourselves—but let’s not forget to live. Health should enhance life, not consume it. 💖

Thanks for hanging out with me for this ranty little solo episode! We’re almost at two years, and I’m so grateful you’re here—mock me, laugh with me, roll your eyes at me—but hopefully learn a little along the way. And as always—keep it messy!

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In this episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Diana Driscoll, an optometrist, independent researcher, and founder of Genetic Disease Investigators and POTS Care. Dr. Driscoll shares her personal journey of being sick for over a decade by POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) alongside her son—and how the search for answers led her to uncover groundbreaking connections between inflammation, neurotransmitters, vascular health, and chronic illness.

We discuss why POTS is so often misunderstood, and how simply treating the fast heart rate misses the true root cause. Dr. Driscoll dives deep into how chronic inflammation can be triggered by infections, stress, trauma, or surgery, and how it wreaks havoc on the parasympathetic nervous system, digestion, cognition, and even vision. She explains her research into neurotransmitter blockages, high intracranial pressure, and vascular inflammation, revealing why conditions like Hashimoto’s and other autoimmune diseases can set the stage for more severe illness.

You’ll hear how her patented supplement, Parasym Plus, was developed to restore vagus nerve function, improve digestion, and support recovery—and why existing medications, supplements, and lifestyle changes can make a massive difference when used strategically. We also talk about food sensitivities, histamine reactions, the role of oxidative stress, and why so many inflammatory patients are misdiagnosed with anxiety or psychiatric conditions.

This conversation is packed with insights on:

• Why “POTS” is an incomplete and misleading diagnosis
  
  
• The surprising connection between eye health and vascular inflammation
  
  
• How to evaluate and treat high intracranial pressure
  
  
• The critical importance of checking for clotting in POTS patients
  
  
• Food triggers, gut health, and histamine management in inflammatory conditions
  
  
• Why nutrient absorption problems are often overlooked—and how fixing them can be life-changing
  
  

Dr. Driscoll’s story is one of relentless curiosity, deep compassion, and a refusal to accept “there’s nothing we can do” as an answer. Her mission is to change how these conditions are labeled, understood, and treated—so fewer people suffer needlessly.

#POTS #POTSSyndrome #Dysautonomia #ChronicIllness #VagusNerve #VagusNerveHealing #Inflammation #AutoimmuneDisease #NutrientAbsorption #HighIntracranialPressure #POTSRecovery #DrDianaDriscoll

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Hey everyone, welcome back to Everything’s Messy Podcast! Get ready to meet the incredible Laura Bratton, an author, speaker, and founder of Ubi Global whose story is packed with grit, grief, and the kind of gratitude that’ll leave you speechless.

Diagnosed with a rare eye disease at just nine years old, Laura was told she’d eventually go blind. But her real journey—the messy one—began as a teenager when her vision started rapidly deteriorating. What followed wasn’t just a loss of sight, but a life-altering lesson in identity, resilience, and acceptance.

We talk about everything—from teenage years filled with fear and depression, to learning braille while her friends learned to drive, to embracing her independence with the help of a guide dog (spoiler alert: two, actually 🐾). Laura gets real about grieving what was, while still moving forward. She shares how her support system gave her the foundation to stand on, and how she turned that foundation into fuel for her mission to help others facing any kind of life change.

Laura doesn’t sugarcoat her journey. Gratitude didn’t come easy. She didn’t wake up one day thinking, “Yay, I’m blind!” But through a small act—a mentor asking her to name three things she was grateful for—her entire perspective began to shift. And that, my friends, is where the magic began.

You’ll hear us talk about:

• Why acceptance can feel like a breath of fresh air (literally)
  
  
• The messy, beautiful process of grieving and moving forward
  
  
• How her family’s “tough love” helped her thrive
  
  
• What it means to build momentum when the world expects you to break

Laura’s story is powerful, relatable, and full of heart—and I can’t wait for you to hear it. So grab your favorite drink, settle in, and get ready to be inspired by one of the most real and refreshing conversations we’ve had on the show.

🐶 Warning: You will fall in love with her guide dogs.

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Hey hey, messy crew! On this episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast we are diving into something a little different but incredibly important—joint health, bone strength, and what mobility REALLY means—with the incredible Jeff Bailey, author of Mobility for Life and founder of Avita Yoga. 🙌

We kicked things off with the idea of micro-mess vs. macro-mess (um, genius, right?), and from there, we journeyed through Jeff’s powerful story of overcoming injuries, chronic pain, and a ski crash that would’ve sent most people straight into full-time couch potato mode. 🛋️❌ Not Jeff!

Instead, he leaned into healing through fascial release, yoga, and an understanding of how our joints actually work (hint: it’s not about stretching those poor hip flexors until they scream). 💥

We talk about:

• Why your joints need pressure to heal and grow stronger 🦴
  
  
• How Avita Yoga differs from your average bendy, twisty yoga class (no pretzel poses required)
  
  
• The truth behind arthritis (spoiler: it’s often just toxicity trapped in the joint)
  
  
• Why mobility > flexibility—and why your nervous system needs a seat at the table too 🧠
  
  
• How Jeff’s slow, deep, therapeutic approach is changing lives—men and women alike
  
  
• The power of just starting where you’re at, mess and all

Whether you're recovering from injury, struggling with stiffness, or just wondering why you can’t twist into a warrior pose like the beach yoga influencers—this one is for you. And if you’ve ever thought, “I’m too tight for yoga,” then you especially need to tune in.

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💌 If this episode lit something up in you—share it with a friend, tag me @EverythingsMessyWellness, and let’s get this healing movement into more hands, hips, and hearts!

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Hey everyone! Welcome back to Everything's Messy Podcast! Today’s episode is as refreshing as a cold plunge—literally. I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Kris Rice, founder and CEO of ChillPod, to chat about how a simple, two-minute daily ritual can reset your entire nervous system. But that’s not where it started.

Kris’s story begins in full-on mama bear mode, searching for ways to help her daughter navigate mental health challenges. Along the way, she realized her own stress and anxiety were running the show. Like many of us, she tried all the wellness tools—meditation, yoga, breathwork—but let’s be real: who has hours a day for that when life is chaotic?

Then came the cold plunge. (And yes, it started with a horse trough in the backyard because that’s how resourceful women roll. Gen Xers unite!) 🐎❄️ From hose water to a full-blown business, Kris’s journey into the cold plunge world is deeply inspiring, full of experimentation, discomfort, and ultimately—empowerment.

We dig into how cold exposure works with your nervous system, especially for women, and how even two minutes can be enough to shift everything. You’ll hear us talk about discipline, self-awareness, shiviting (yep—shift + pivot!), and giving ourselves permission to say: “This is enough.”

Kris also breaks down how to start small (like literally a bowl of ice water small), and how customizing your experience is key—temperature, time, and YOUR comfort zone matter. Plus, we tackle that controversial topic of whether women should even be cold plunging, and spoiler alert: you’re more capable than you think. 💪

This episode is about so much more than cold water. It’s about choosing yourself, showing up even when it’s uncomfortable, and building resilience in the messiest moments. So if you’ve ever wondered if a few freezing minutes could change your day—or your life—this one’s for you.

Grab that cozy beverage (then maybe toss it and jump into an ice bath 😅), and let’s get inspired.

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🎙️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses eating disorders, body image struggles, and emotional eating. Please take care while listening and skip this one if you're not in the headspace—your well-being comes first. 💛

Hey friends! In this episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast, I sit down with the incredibly insightful Abby Mallard to dive into a topic that hits close to home for so many—eating disorders, control, and finding peace with food and our bodies. Abby opens up about her seven-year struggle, how food became her form of control, and the powerful shift that came when she finally reached out for help.

We chat about the emotional rollercoaster of recovery, the role family dynamics can play, and how movement and nutrition can be tools for healing—not punishment. Abby brings so much wisdom and warmth, reminding us that healing is rarely linear, but it is possible.

We talk movement, mindset, the myths around nutrition, and why it’s okay if food is emotional sometimes. Now on the other side of that mountain, Abby helps others do the same, offering support and wisdom for anyone struggling to find peace with their plate.

Now, full transparency—this episode was supposed to have a video companion on YouTube, but let’s just say… new platform, rookie mistake, and the tech gremlins won this round. The audio and video didn’t quite vibe, so there won’t be a YouTube version for this one. Thanks for your patience with the audio, and I promise not to try anything fancy again without testing it first! 😉

This conversation is real, raw, and so needed. If you’ve ever felt at war with food or your body, you are not alone—and this one’s for you. 💖

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Welcome to the 100th episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast! 💥 I can hardly believe we’re here, and I’m beyond grateful to celebrate with YOU. For this special episode, I did something a little different—and a whole lot messy—in the best possible way.

We’re kicking things off with a feel-good, heart-hitting "Pass the Mic" moments featuring voices from past guests and friends of the show who are helping me shout from the rooftops: You’re listening to the 100th episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast! 🎙️

Then, we dig into a few unforgettable moments from powerful past episodes

💚 From Episode #76 with Mary Beth – A clip were we challenge everything you thought you knew about veggies! Yup, we’re going there. Did you know brussel sprouts contain over 138 carcinogens?! 😳 This convo will blow your broccoli-loving mind and have you rethinking your plate.

💪 From Episode #65 with Charissa – a clip of when I got real about the time I cried at the gym, frustrated that I wasn’t where I wanted to be. Her response? Pure gold. She flipped my mindset from outcome-focused to progress-focused and reminded me (and now you!) to give yourself grace through the journey. 🧠💖

☀️ And finally, with Erika Herman episode #79 – We go deep on the messy gaps in conventional medicine, especially around vitamin D testing. Could mold be the hidden culprit behind your mystery symptoms?

Check out these clips and go back and listen to the full episodes! You won't be sorry.

This episode is a celebration, a reflection, and a reminder of what we’ve built together—a messy, real, and beautiful movement. 💥 So whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or just joined the mess, THANK YOU. Let’s keep turning chaos into clarity, one episode at a time!

🎧 Hit play and let’s get messy, my friends!

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In this episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast, I sit down with two bold, brilliant, and beautifully messy women—Tovah Kopan and Rielly Karsh, hosts of the We Go Boldly podcast. 🎙️ I was lucky enough to be on their show recently (which was filled with so many laughs), and today I get to welcome them into my messy corner of the world.

Both Tovah and Rielly started their professional lives as practicing attorneys, only to realize that climbing the ladder wasn’t all it was cracked up to be. 🧠💼 Tovah opens up about following the traditional checklist—law school, marriage, kids, career—and how walking away from it all (including her marriage) led her to healing, coaching, and ultimately a thriving, empowered life after breast cancer. 💪🎗️

Rielly shares her own detour-filled path: from studying psychology to working at Child Protective Services on the Arizona-Mexico border, to law school, and then crashing into burnout while working in corporate finance. She talks about finding herself again through art, politics, therapy (lots of therapy!), and eventually becoming a coach, advocate, and proud messy mom. 🖌️👩‍👦

Together, they tell the story of how they met (not on Tinder, but it’s funnier to pretend), and how one text—"Wanna start a podcast?"—launched a deep friendship and full-blown business. The We Go Boldly podcast was born out of a need to explore why women were disproportionately affected during the pandemic, but quickly grew into something bigger—something transformational. 🚀

We talk about the pressures of traditional success, how soul-crushing it can be to "make it" only to realize you don’t want to be at the table you worked so hard to reach. We unpack the heavy question kids get asked—"What do you want to be when you grow up?"—and why a better one might be, "How do you want to help the world?" 🌍💡

From law to leadership, boundaries to burnout, perimenopause to people-pleasing, we cover it all. Rielly and Tovah get real about setting boundaries (or learning how!), honoring your needs, and redefining success through the lens of authenticity and self-trust. 🛑➡️❤️

They also share how their podcast grew into a coaching business and how they’re now part of the amazing Power Moms Network, supporting other women who are ready to shake things up. Whether you're running for office, raising a family, or figuring out your next chapter, this episode is for you. 🗳️👑🔥

So grab your coffee cake (or something stronger) and tune in. Let’s normalize the mess, celebrate the strength, and turn our trauma into power. Because as we all agree—the mess makes us funny... and fierce. 😘💥

Find out more about these powerhouse women at www.goboldlyinitiative.com, follow them on social @goboldlytogether, and definitely check out their podcast We Go Boldly! 🎧