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A new guest. A clear sky. One question that matters. How do you reignite your fire when life blows it out?

Holly Porter is a CEO, retreat leader, and survivor of a 70-day battle with COVID. She shares her story from intubation and isolation to clarity and purpose. She returned with direction, firm boundaries, and a mission that reshaped her work and her life.

In the ICU, she lost all five senses. She describes the silence, the sameness of masked faces, and the rare moments of contact that kept her connected. She recounts an out-of-body experience in a “Stadium of Light” and a meeting with ancestors who told her one word: fight. From that moment, she received two instructions. Start a nonprofit called Adventure Bucket Wish. Decline a business partnership that did not align.

Her return brought hard years. Legal issues. Family conflict. Emotional strain. Holly explains how hypnosis, community, and reflection helped her rebuild. She learned to say no, to draw lines, and to turn her pain into service.

If you are a founder, leader, or caregiver facing burnout, you will hear clear lessons.

• Trust your inner direction.
• Protect your time and energy.
• Grow through recovery instead of rushing through it.

This is a story of resilience, leadership, and faith in your own path. Follow the show. Share it with someone who needs strength. Leave a review so others can find hope too.

About Holly:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/retreaternr
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollyporter/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hollyaporter
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@retreatrnr
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyporterinternational/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HOLLYANNPORTER/

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Pamela Cass is a licensed broker with Kentwood Real Estate
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We share the messy, honest journey from podcast to book series and why The Quiet Gift exists: to turn quiet struggles into usable wisdom and help people feel seen. We talk dyslexia, shame, resilience, and how leaders and parents can support neurodiversity with simple, human choices.

• scrapping the first 64 pages to find the right form
• choosing a fable with journal prompts for reflection
• the red journal motif and series continuity
• dyslexia as a quiet gift and source of resilience
• the shame of feeling invisible and how to name it
• leading neurodiverse teams with empathy and clarity
• memory, edits, and telling vulnerable stories well
• audiobook plans, timelines, and what’s next in the series

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When Natalie found herself frozen at the sight of a simple form asking about her relationship status, she didn't expect the visceral reaction that followed. "That's rude," she thought, refusing to check the "divorced" box that suddenly felt like an unwanted label being forced upon her identity.

This moment of unexpected triggering opens a profound conversation with divorce coach Madison Hedlund about how our bodies process emotional trauma and significant life transitions. Madison explains that these physical reactions aren't just normal—they're valuable messengers about our emotional state that deserve attention rather than suppression.

"Awareness is the first step to shifting anything," Madison shares, introducing listeners to somatic approaches that honor our body's natural responses. She guides us through the process of safely experiencing difficult emotions within our "window of tolerance," gradually expanding our capacity to move through grief, anger, and shame without becoming overwhelmed or disconnected.

The conversation transcends typical divorce discussions by addressing the societal stigma that compounds emotional pain. Madison challenges listeners to release the impossible task of controlling others' perceptions and instead develop unwavering self-trust. "I had to get so much more concerned with what I knew to be true about myself," she reflects, describing her own journey through divorce judgment.

For those supporting someone through divorce, Madison offers revolutionary advice: stop saying "let me know what you need" and start taking concrete action. Send the gift card, drop off dinner, or simply invite them to join your everyday activities. Her "Loved Ones Guide" provides comprehensive resources for friends and family who want to show up meaningfully during this critical time.

Madison's programs range from free mini-courses to one-on-one somatic sessions and her innovative "Well Fed and Unwed" dinner club, creating multiple pathways for healing. Her powerful parting message—"Your healing is inevitable"—reframes divorce not as brokenness but as part of a journey toward wholeness that, while ongoing, leads to genuine transformation.

Ready to explore your own healing journey? Connect with Madison at betterhalftohole.com and join our community at reigniteresilience.com.

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Madison Rose shares her journey of founding Better Half to Whole, a platform that helps people rebuild after divorce with intention, compassion, and self-trust through nervous system regulation and somatic healing.

• Divorce creates unexpected social challenges as friendships shift and couple dynamics change
• Setting up consistent check-in times with supportive friends provides structure during emotional upheaval
• The pre-divorce years often involve hope for reconciliation and difficulty making the final decision
• Survival mode during divorce literally shuts down our ability to notice positive experiences
• Practicing daily gratitude—even for basic things like "my car started"—rewires the brain toward positivity
• "Abundance flows" practice builds on gratitude by noticing unexpected positive moments throughout the day
• Noticing the good things happening around you creates a positive cycle where you see more abundance

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www.betterhalftowhole.com

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Natalie and Pam continue with Berin Wachsmann on mindset, nature, and fly fishing to build resiliency, mental health, and practical wellness habits.

Episode Summary:
Natalie Davis and Pamela Cass sit down with Berin Wachsmann for part two. Berin shows how presence, intention, and time in nature quiet the inner critic and strengthen resiliency. The discussion covers mental health, service, frequency, and why journey over outcome changes everything.

What You’ll Learn:
• How mindset shapes results on and off the water
• Ways nature and fly fishing support mental health and resiliency
• How to quiet the inner critic and “change the dial”
• Why intention, patience, and service improve daily life

Key Takeaways:
• You are not your thoughts. Observe, then choose.
• Presence beats doomscrolling.
• Intention and joyful energy shift outcomes.
• The journey matters more than the count.
• Community and service accelerate healing.

Notable Quotes:
“Your biggest hater lives inside of you.” – Berin Wachsmann
“You’re not your thoughts. You’re the observer of your thoughts.” – Berin Wachsmann
“Let your light shine.” – Berin Wachsmann

Practical Steps for Listeners:
Do two minutes of mirror work. Say I love you. Breathe.
Schedule a weekly nature block. No phone. Walk or sit by water.
Set a simple intention before hard tasks. Name the outcome, then act.
Track basics for 7 days. Sleep, steps, mood, and screen time.
Replace one doomscroll session with breath work or journaling.

Guest Links:
Fly Fishing Saves Lives, inquire: berinjacob@flyfishingsaveslives.com

Instagram: @berinjacob

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Natalie and Pam talk with Berin Wachsmann about fly fishing, wellness, and resiliency. Learn how nature, mindset, and service strengthen daily life.

Episode Summary:
Natalie Davis and Pamela Cass welcome Berin Wachsmann, a Colorado fly fishing guide and life coach. He shares how time in nature, mindful presence, and joyful energy fuel resiliency and mental health. The conversation explores lessons from fly fishing, practical wellness habits, and how to focus on the journey over outcomes.

What You’ll Learn:
• How fly fishing mirrors life lessons in patience and presence
• Why joyful energy shifts both fishing and personal outcomes
• Ways to hold space and lead during difficult times
• Simple daily practices that strengthen resiliency

Key Takeaways:
• Presence beats distraction.
• The journey matters more than the outcome.
• Invest in health now to avoid higher costs later.
• Service to others builds your own resiliency.

Notable Quotes:
“Today is the best day of my life so far.” – Berin Wachsmann
“It isn’t about the destination. It is about the journey.” – Berin Wachsmann

Practical Steps for Listeners:
Mirror work: two minutes of self-connection daily.
Upgrade your water source, at home and while traveling.
Walk outdoors for one hour and seek morning light.

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Natalie Davis and Pamela Cass continue their conversation with Troy Casey, the Certified Health Nut. Troy explains why returning to nature drives real health results. He calls out research bias in modern nutrition, the pitfalls of quick fixes, and the lure of influencer shortcuts. He offers a simple starting point, the mirror, then builds a plan around water, real food, sleep, movement, and sunlight. He closes with resources and his upcoming Vipassana retreat. Clear, simple, actionable.

Key takeaways
• Start with honesty. Look in the mirror and own the next step.
• Water first. Prioritize clean, mineral rich sources.
• Eat real food. Farmer direct when possible. Avoid pesticides and herbicides.
• Sleep with the sun. Honor circadian rhythms.
• Move daily. Walk an hour. Build from there.
• Ground outside. Seek morning light.
• Quality beats quantity. Nutrient density drives energy, mood, and body composition.
• Quick fixes hide costs. Pay the farmer or pay the doctor.
• Tune out hype. Judge progress by how you feel, move, sleep, and eliminate.
• Build community. Learn from practitioners rooted in nature, not gadgets.

Practical steps

1. Mirror work. Two minutes. Look into your eyes. Say, I love you. Breathe.
2. Water upgrade. Choose spring or properly filtered water. Carry a bottle while traveling.
3. Food audit. Swap one processed item for a farmer sourced option today.
4. Walk. Sixty minutes outside. Daily.
5. Morning light. Step outside within 30 minutes of waking. No sunglasses.
6. Sleep window. Target 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. most days.
7. Grounding. Barefoot on grass or soil for ten minutes.
8. Track basics. Sleep, steps, bowel movements, energy on waking.

Resources mentioned
• Vipassana meditation, dhamma.org
• Weston A. Price Foundation and Sally Fallon’s work
• Joel Salatin, Polyface Farm
• Paul Chek, CHEK Institute

Notable quotes
“Choose your hard.”
“Pay now or pay later. Pay the farmer or pay the doctor.”
“Everyone wants a miracle while walking around in one.” - Troy Casey, Certified Health Nut

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In this episode of Reignite Resilience, Natalie Davis and Pamela Cass sit down with Troy Casey, widely known as the Certified Health Nut. From his beginnings as a Versace model in Milan to decades of exploring indigenous healing, herbal medicine, fasting, and meditation, Troy shares his powerful journey of transformation. He opens up about overcoming addiction, studying with masters across the globe, and building a personal brand dedicated to natural health and resilience.

This conversation goes beyond health hacks. Troy challenges how we see wellness, beauty, and even societal structures, reminding us that awareness and alignment with nature are the foundation of true vitality.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode
• Why autogenesis and autophagy matter for natural healing and longevity
• How early health challenges led Troy to study nutrition and herbal medicine
• Lessons from working with indigenous healers in the Amazon and Maori traditions
• The role meditation played in overcoming addiction and finding purpose
• Why consistent content creation built a long-term platform for his message
• The impact of toxins, synthetic fabrics, and modern lifestyle on our health
• Why personal responsibility and small daily actions create real resilience
• How beauty and vitality emerge from alignment with nature, not quick fixes

Key Quotes
“Living fully until the day you die is more important than chasing abstract longevity.” – Troy Casey
“Awareness is always the first step.” – Troy Casey

Reflect on where you are outsourcing your health. Start small: improve water, food quality, movement, or sleep. Every choice to align with nature strengthens your resiliency.

Connect with Troy Casey
Instagram: @certifiedhealthnut
Website: certifiedhealthnut.com

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