High-achieving women are burning bright, but many are also burning out. Hormones, energy, blood sugar, brain fog, anxiety, PCOS, metabolism and stress are showing up in ways that directly affect work, relationships, and personal wellbeing. Diet and lifestyle play a bigger role than most of us are ever taught.

In this episode, Sarah Stokes sits down with Dr. Kate Dwyer, Registered Dietitian and Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, and founder of Kate Dwyer Nutrition, to break down the science of hormones and energy in a way that’s simple, practical, and actually doable. Dr. Dwyer blends functional medicine principles with biochemistry and evidence-based nutrition to help women thrive through perimenopause, PCOS, GI issues, stress dysregulation, and the “always on” entrepreneurial lifestyle.

Together, they discuss:• What functional medicine actually is (and isn’t)• Signs your hormones or blood sugar may be imbalanced• Why brain fog happens — and how to fix it• Simple meal strategies for hormone + metabolic health• The link between the gut, skin, and inflammation• Mitochondria, metabolism & female energy production• Insurance coverage for nutrition counseling (zero-copay for many women)• How women can protect their energy and avoid burnout• Why saying “no” is a health strategy, not a weakness• The power of sleep, sunlight, and micronutrients• And why women deserve healthcare that listens

Sarah also shares her family’s experience starting with Dr. Dwyer and discovering that their health insurance covers nutritional and functional counseling with no copay — making this care accessible to women who rarely receive it in traditional healthcare systems.

Kate Dwyer NutritionRegistered Dietitian / Doctor of Clinical NutritionFunctional & Insurance-Based Women’s Hormone CareServing Western North Carolina & Nationwide (via Telehealth)

Website: https://www.katedwyernutrition.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/katedwyerRDEmail: kate@katedwyernutrition.comPhone: 828-490-1485

Insurance often covers nutritional counseling at $0 copay. To inquire about eligibility, contact her directly.

Sarah Stokes — Senior Mortgage Loan AdvisorHelping clients buy, refinance & invest in real estate.Licensed in NC, SC

NMLS #1743154 | #376205Coast2Coast Mortgage Lending

Email: sarah.stokes@coast2coastml.comPhone: 704-301-6040 & 828-772-4638Instagram: @sarahwhitleystokesYouTube: Sarah Stokes + Fully Stoked PodcastTikTok: @lendersarahstokesLinks: https://linktr.ee/sarahwhitleystokes

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This discussion is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical, financial, or legal advice. Consult your licensed medical provider for personalized care.

Mortgage info based on available programs at time of recording. All loans subject to underwriting approval. Rates, terms and programs subject to change without notice. Equal Housing Lender.

Opinions belong to the individual speakers. Sarah believes in Yeshua HaMashiach (the Messiah) and aims to create conversations that encourage growth, curiosity, and wellbeing.

Sarah Stokes sits down with Alesia “Alicia” Fleming, Director of Anderson Outreach, for a heartfelt conversation about advocacy, survivorship, and serving youth who often feel forgotten. Alesia shares her breast cancer story and the importance of advocating for yourself, then explains how Anderson Outreach supports youth in treatment facilities—many without parental support—through initiatives like Baggage Claim (new luggage + essentials), equine therapy, birthdays/holidays, and volunteer opportunities built around safety and dignity.

Anderson Outreach: www.andersonoutreach.org | @andersonoutreach | afleming@andersonoutreach.org | 704-591-1911

Host: Sarah Stokes | NMLS #1743154 | 376205 | sarah.stokes@coast2coastml.com | 704-301-6040 & 828-772-4638

In this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, host Sarah Stokes sits down with Maria Moore, owner of Asheville Cryotherapy in Woodfin, North Carolina — a premier wellness and recovery studio offering whole-body cryotherapy, red light therapy, infrared sauna, and compression therapy.

Maria shares her journey from physical therapy to entrepreneurship, explains how cryotherapy works (even if you’re nervous about the cold), and breaks down the benefits of each modality — from reducing inflammation and pain to improving circulation, boosting mood, and aiding muscle recovery. You’ll also hear how Maria built her business in a new city, the importance of community partnerships, and the power of showing up on camera to grow your brand.

Whether you’re curious about cold therapy, looking for natural recovery tools, or seeking inspiration to grow your own business, this episode delivers actionable insight and authentic conversation.

Watch or listen now on:
• YouTube
• Spotify
• Apple Podcasts
• Audible

Asheville Cryotherapy
50 N Merrimon Ave #109
Woodfin, NC 28804 (about 12 min from Asheville)
Phone: (828) 376-2172
Website: https://www.ashevillecryotherapy.com/
Instagram: (add handle if available)

Services include:
• Whole-body Cryotherapy
• Red Light Therapy
• Infrared Sauna
• Compression Therapy

Sarah Stokes — Hosts Fully Stoked Podcast
Senior Mortgage Loan Advisor
NMLS #1743154 | 376205
Coast2Coast Mortgage Lending

Email: sarah.stokes@coast2coastml.com
Phone: 704-301-6040 & 828-772-4638
Instagram: @sarahwhitleystokes
Website: https://www.fullystokedhomeloans.com/

#cryotherapy #coldtherapy #redlighttherapy #infraredsauna #compressiontherapy #wellnesstechnology #musclerecovery #inflammationrelief #healthoptimization #biohacking #AshevilleNC #WoodfinNC #AVL #AshevilleWellness #AshevilleBusiness #NCEntrepreneurs #WNC #SmallBusinessStory #FullyStokedPodcast #PodcastEpisode #WomenEntrepreneurs #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessGrowth #AuthenticConversations

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Welcome back to the Fully Stoked Podcast! I’m your host, Sarah Stokes, and today I’m sitting down with my friend Melinda Willison — founder of Upwelling Therapeutic Services.

Melinda spent 25 years as an educator before stepping into clinical counseling after seeing needs that couldn’t be met inside the school system alone. In this episode, we talk about:

• Why anxiety and performance pressure are showing up everywhere (especially in teens)

• Reactivity vs responsiveness and how emotional intelligence starts with your thoughts

• DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and the concept of “Wise Mind” (balancing logic + emotion)

• Identity, self-talk, resilience, and practical tools that help people function better at home, work, and in leadership

• What therapy looks like for teens and families (confidentiality, parent involvement, and support options)

If this episode encouraged you, please like, subscribe, and share—and drop a comment to let us know what resonated.

• Website: https://upwellingtherapeuticservices.com

• Email: admin@upwellingtherapeuticservices.com

• Phone: 704-931-5612

• Instagram: @upwellingtherapeutic

Sarah Stokes | Sr. Mortgage Loan Advisor | NMLS #1743154 | 376205 | Coast2Coast Mortgage Lending

📩 sarah.stokes@coast2coastml.com

📱 704-301-6040 & 828-772-4638

🔗 https://linktr.ee/sarahwhitleystokes

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🔗 https://www.fullystokedhomoans.com

This episode is for educational and inspirational purposes only and does not constitute medical, mental health, or legal advice. Guest opinions are their own. If you need personal support, please consult a qualified professional.

#FullyStokedPodcast #MelindaWillison #UpwellingTherapeuticServices #Therapy #MentalHealth #EmotionalIntelligence #DBT #WiseMind #AnxietyRelief #TeenAnxiety #ParentingTeens #LeadershipDevelopment #SelfAwareness #Mindset #PersonalGrowth

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In this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, Sarah Stokes talks with Fernanda Brasileiro, founder of Filled Cups, about the loneliness epidemic, why making friends as an adult is harder than ever, and how real, in-person connection can change lives.

Fernanda shares her transition from a 23-year corporate career into entrepreneurship after being laid off, along with insights on people-pleasing, codependency, boundaries, leadership, emotional intelligence, and what real self-care actually looks like.

Guest – Fernanda Brasileiro (Filled Cups):
Website: https://filledcups.com
Instagram: @filled.cups
Email: fernanda@filledcups.com
Phone: 224-456-8984

Host – Sarah Stokes:
Sr. Mortgage Loan Advisor | Coast2Coast Mortgage Lending
NMLS #1743154 | Company NMLS #376205
sarah.stokes@coast2coastml.com
704-301-6040 | 828-772-4638
https://linktr.ee/sarahwhitleystokes
www.fullystokedhomoans.com

Guest opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or her business. Sarah Stokes is a believer in Yeshua HaMashiach, and the Fully Stoked Podcast is intended to inspire, uplift, and encourage personal growth through thoughtful conversation.

In this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, Sarah Stokes sits down with Tina Wolfe, small business coach and clarity strategist behind Creative Business Solutions. They discuss how entrepreneurs can rediscover purpose and passion, lead through servant leadership, and apply emotional intelligence to build stronger relationships in business.

Tina shares practical and faith-centered insights on reconnecting with your “why,” understanding the difference between burnout and misalignment, and why women have a unique advantage in leadership because business is ultimately about people and relationships. You’ll also hear Tina’s concept of business upcycling—helping business owners take what feels stuck and rebuild it into something functional, intentional, and sustainable.

Keywords: purpose, passion, leadership, emotional intelligence, servant leadership, business coaching, women in business, entrepreneurship, burnout, community

Website: www.tinawolfe.comEmail: tina@tinawolfe.comPhone: 828-768-1526Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twcreativebusinesssolutions
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wolfemediacreative
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-wolfe-908b5815/

Sarah Stokes | Sr. Mortgage Loan Advisor
NMLS #1743154 | 376205 | Coast2Coast Mortgage Lending
sarah.stokes@coast2coastml.com
704-301-6040 & 828-772-4638
https://linktr.ee/sarahwhitleystokes | https://blinq.me/ndSaSgEp0Tmy | www.fullystokedhomoans.com

Podcast Disclaimer: Guest opinions are their own and may not reflect the host’s views. Sarah affirms her faith in Yeshua HaMashiach, and each episode is intended to inspire, uplift, and encourage growth through respectful conversation.

In this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, Sarah Stokes and Cody sit down with Annah Marie Kirschbaum, owner of Shear & Shine Grooming Spa in Asheville, NC, for a heartfelt conversation about grit, entrepreneurship, mental health, and the incredible connection between humans and animals.

Annah shares her path from moving to Florida and working at Brevard Zoo to finding her calling in grooming—where calm, grounded energy and empathy are essential for helping dogs (and even cats) feel safe. She opens up about overcoming dyslexia, school struggles, and the mindset shift that helped her build a fulfilling life and a successful business—without a traditional roadmap.

This episode is for anyone who needs a reminder that your past does not define you—and that community, compassion, and perseverance can change everything.

Guest: Annah Marie Kirschbaum — Shear & Shine Grooming Spa (Asheville, NC)
📧 shearnshineavl@gmail.com | 📞 (828) 252-2593 | Facebook + Instagram

Host: Sarah Stokes — Sr. Mortgage Loan Advisor (Coast2Coast Mortgage Lending)
📧 sarah.stokes@coast2coastml.com | 📞 704-301-6040 / 828-772-4638
🔗 https://linktr.ee/sarahwhitleystokes

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