Gina and Don are doing something a little different in this episode — they pull back the curtain and share a conversation from another podcast where Don becomes the guest.

Inside this episode, they introduce and react to Don's appearance on the Network Build Grow podcast with Melissa Taylor, founder of the Network Build Grow networking organization. Together they explore how Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT tapping) unexpectedly connects to business growth, relationships, confidence, and communication.

You'll hear the full conversation embedded in the show — including how Don stumbled into EFT, why a "strange tapping thing" actually works, and how emotional regulation directly affects networking success, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

This episode blends personal story, business insight, and practical mindset tools — showing that business problems are often emotional problems wearing professional clothes.

Whether you run a company, attend networking groups, or just feel nervous introducing yourself in a room full of strangers… this conversation might explain why.

Because sometimes the best business strategy… is calming your nervous system first.

https://www.networkbuildgrow.com

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In this deeply meaningful episode of the Focused Healthy Family podcast, Gina and Don sit down with their mentor, Jan Luther of JanLuther.com, to explore a truth many families never hear out loud:

What we often label as overwhelm, burnout, or lack of support when caring for a loved one with dementia is, at its core, grief.

As an aging loved one slowly declines due to dementia, families begin grieving long before death occurs—grieving the loss of personality, connection, shared memories, and future dreams. This episode unpacks anticipatory grief, why it's so often misunderstood, and how failing to name it can leave caregivers feeling isolated, exhausted, and emotionally stuck.

Jan, a trusted guide in grief and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), helps reframe the caregiving experience with compassion and clarity. Together, the three discuss how acknowledging grief—rather than just "managing stress"—can be a turning point in healing.

You'll also be guided through a gentle EFT tapping segment, offering listeners a practical way to release emotional weight, calm the nervous system, and feel supported in the midst of loss.

This conversation is for anyone caring for a loved one with dementia, navigating end-of-life changes, or wondering why "more support" doesn't seem to touch the deeper pain. If you've ever felt overwhelmed and unseen, this episode may help you finally name what your heart already knows.

Jan Luther, The EGO Tamer®

Emotional Freedom & Mindset Mastery Coach

Jan Luther is a Master Coach, author, and speaker recognized as a leading authority on emotional freedom and subconscious reprogramming. Known as "The EGO Tamer®" and the "Chiropractor for Your Soul," Jan specializes in helping high-performers, leaders, and individuals dismantle the mental and spiritual blockages—collectively known as the "EGO"—that prevent them from living their Divine Purpose.

www.janluther.com

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/janluther/

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In this episode of the Focused Healthy Family podcast, Gina and Don explore the powerful role hobbies play in healthy aging—especially for seniors who have retired and suddenly find themselves with extra time and fewer daily responsibilities. Retirement can be a joyful transition, but it can also bring boredom, loneliness, and a loss of purpose.

Drawing from insights shared by caregivers and older adults, Gina and Don discuss simple, practical ways seniors can develop hobbies at home to relax, stay engaged, and find fulfillment. From reading, puzzles, gardening, and crafts to listening to music, journaling, baking, light exercise, and even learning something new, hobbies can bring structure, joy, and mental stimulation into daily life.

They also highlight how hobbies can reduce stress, boost mood, and support cognitive and emotional health—offering seniors a sense of accomplishment and connection during retirement. Research shows that engaging in enjoyable activities can improve mental well-being, enhance cognitive function, and increase overall life satisfaction for older adults.

Whether you are a caregiver, adult child, or senior yourself, this episode offers encouragement and ideas to help turn retirement into a season of discovery, creativity, and meaningful living.

Article on Hobbies and Aging

https://www.agingcare.com/questions/what-activities-as-a-caregiver-do-at-home-to-relax-191743.htm

For 50 tips for new hobbies

https://www.familyhoodcentral.com/50-essential-tips-for-learning-a-new-hobby/

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