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Faith Over Pharma | Natural Fertility, Hormones, Holistic Health & Healing

Author: Susan Gladstein | Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner

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Still feel like your body’s crying out for help—but no one’s listening?


You’ve prayed, tracked, tested, cleaned up your diet, and yet… you’re still tired, bloated, moody, or staring at another negative test wondering what’s wrong.


Faith Over Pharma is the faith-led wellness podcast for women and couples walking through fertility after vasectomy reversal, hormone imbalance, or chronic symptoms—who are done being dismissed by doctors and ready to heal at the root.


Hosted by Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner and Functional Nutrition Specialist, Susan Gladstein, this show blends science, scripture, and real-life stories to help you reconnect with the wisdom God built into your body.


Each week, you’ll hear practical strategies for restoring hormones, lowering inflammation, improving sperm health, and rebuilding fertility naturally—alongside testimonies of healing that prove God still works miracles. You’ll also learn how to release fear, trust your body again, and tune out the noise of a system that profits from keeping you unwell.


If you’ve ever felt overlooked, “too old,” or told that your only hope is another procedure, this space will remind you of the truth:


Your body was designed to heal.
Your marriage can thrive again.
And your faith is part of the medicine.


It’s time to flip the script—because your healing story isn’t over yet.

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If you’ve ever left a doctor’s office feeling dismissed, overwhelmed, or pushed into a treatment plan that didn’t feel right in your spirit, this episode is for you. Maybe you’ve been handed an infertility label that crushed you, faced a diagnosis that filled you with fear, or felt torn between what a doctor says and what you sense God is saying about your body. In this episode, I’m joined by Kristin Kurtz, founder of New Wings Coaching and host of the Hope Unlocked podcast, whose story weaves together infertility labels, a skin cancer diagnosis, and the supernatural way God led her toward clarity, peace, and healing. Kristin shares how she learned to trust God’s voice over fear-based recommendations, how she navigated doctors who didn’t fully hear her, and how discernment guided every step of her healing journey. If you’ve ever questioned a diagnosis, wanted a more natural path, or longed to hear God clearly in your health decisions, this episode will strengthen your faith and remind you that God has the final word over your body and your future. Connect with Kristin: Cansema info/testimonial: https://pdflink.to/cansema/  Website: www.newwingscoaching.net Email: kristinkurtz@newwingscoaching.net Instagram: @renew.wings Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moodykurtz/ Hope Unlocked Podcast - https://hopeunlocked.buzzsprout.com “Faith” Unlocked: Warrior Daughters Arise” Facebook group: - https://www.facebook.com/groups/faithunlocked Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: faithoverpharma.org Get Your Healing Roadmap: susangladstein.com Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Get your copy of the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for The Rooted Reset Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat
If you left the hospital after giving birth feeling anxious, dismissed, or like something deep inside you never fully healed, this episode is for you. Brigid Tebaldi, a Functional Women’s Health Coach and mom of five, joins me to share her story of birth trauma recovery and the healing power of nervous system regulation. We talk about what really happens to your body and mind after a traumatic or medicalized birth, how unprocessed trauma can show up as postpartum anxiety, fatigue, hormone imbalance, or fear of another pregnancy—and why understanding your nervous system is the key to feeling safe again. Together, we explore how our culture’s version of “normal birth” has drifted from God’s design, the difference between medicalized and physiological birth, and how faith-led healing restores peace to your body, mind, and spirit. This conversation is for the mom who’s been told, “At least the baby’s healthy,” but still feels broken inside. Your body isn’t broken, your story isn’t over, and holistic, faith-based healing after birth is absolutely possible. Connect with Brigid: Website: loretowellness.com Instagram: @ brigid.tebaldi Podcast: The Discerning Mother Free quiz to see if birth is still affecting you: https://www.loretowellness.com/birth-quiz-funnel/birth-quiz Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: faithoverpharma.org Get Your Healing Roadmap: susangladstein.com Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Get your copy of the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for The Rooted Reset Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat
When your body breaks down and the world tells you to “just trust the system,” what do you do? In this testimony episode, I share a deeply personal chapter of my journey — one that began long before COVID, mandates, or public conversations about medical freedom ever entered our lives. In 2018, while serving in the military and preparing for deployment, I experienced a vaccine injury that sent my health spiraling and left me searching for answers, hope, and healing. What felt at first like a devastating loss of control became the doorway to discernment, faith-strengthening revelation, and a complete shift in how I understood the incredible way God designed the human body to heal. I talk about the months of debilitating symptoms, the fear of speaking up so close to retirement, the night-and-day transformation I experienced as I pursued natural healing, and the unexpected clarity God gave me about trusting Him above institutions, titles, and pressure. This is not a political episode and there is no judgment for anyone who made a different decision in the pandemic. We all navigated an incredibly intense and confusing time, and many felt they had no other choice. My intention is not to divide — but to encourage. To remind you that God prepares His daughters long before we realize we’ll need strength for the journey. To show you what it looked like to stand firm during military vaccine mandates, to choose faith over fear, and to witness God protect and provide in ways only He can. If you have ever questioned your health journey, walked through unexplained symptoms, felt dismissed or unheard in the medical system, or wrestled with fear around making the “right” decision for your body or your family, this conversation will meet you there. This testimony is rooted in compassion, obedience, and the unwavering truth that God did not make a mistake when He created our bodies. They are resilient, intentional, and capable of healing. My hope is that this episode strengthens your discernment, deepens your trust in God's leading, and reminds you that even in moments of uncertainty or pressure, you are never walking alone. God goes before you. He equips you. He heals. And He honors obedience, even when the world doesn’t understand it.   Resources mentioned in this episode: https://justtheinserts.com/ The Vaccine Book by Robert W. Sears MD   Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: faithoverpharma.org Get Your Healing Roadmap: susangladstein.com Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Get your copy of the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for the Rooted Reset Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat
If you’re in your 30s, 40s, or 50s and your body suddenly feels different—your sleep is off, your energy’s tanked, and you can’t figure out why—you’re not alone. For so many women, chronic stress and hormonal changes collide during perimenopause, creating fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, and mood swings that feel impossible to manage. In this faith-filled conversation, Dr. Tanya Paynter and I dig into how cortisol quietly hijacks your hormones and why so many women in midlife are unknowingly running on empty. We talk about what happens when adrenal fatigue, thyroid imbalance, and spiritual exhaustion overlap—and how to begin restoring peace in your body by first restoring it in your spirit. Dr. Paynter explains how God designed our bodies to adapt under pressure, but how long-term stress keeps our nervous system stuck in survival mode, throwing off everything from sleep and energy to estrogen and progesterone balance. We explore the way chronic busyness and burnout affect midlife health, and how creating margin—through prayer, rest, and time with the Lord—can actually help reset your hormones on a cellular level. If you’ve been wondering whether your exhaustion or hormonal chaos is just “part of getting older,” this episode will help you see that healing is absolutely possible. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how faith and functional medicine work together to calm your adrenals, balance cortisol, and bring your body back into alignment with how God designed it to function. Connect with Dr. Tanya Paynter: Website: GodandHealth.com Podcast: The Christian Clinician Instagram: @christianclinician Email: drp@psalmmedical.com Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Get Your Healing Roadmap: susangladstein.com Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Get your copy of the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for the Rooted Reset Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat
If you’ve been feeling exhausted, foggy, inflamed, or like something’s “off” in your body but every doctor keeps saying your labs look normal, this conversation will hit home. My friend Holly Brauer shares how the Holy Spirit told her to remove her breast implants after 14 years—and how that moment of obedience became the turning point in her healing. We talk about what breast implant illness really looks like, the symptoms most women miss, and what happened when Holly discovered one of her implants had ruptured and was leaking silicone into her body. She opens up about the brain fog, fatigue, and joint pain she lived with for years—and the instant relief and deep peace that came after her explant surgery. If you’ve been praying for answers or wondering how to know if God’s nudging you to make a change, this story will remind you that He didn’t make a mistake when He designed your body. Sometimes healing starts the moment we stop striving, tune into His voice, and finally trust what our body’s been trying to tell us. Disclaimer: This episode shares personal testimony and educational discussion only and is not medical advice. Connect with Holly:  Instagram: @holly_financialfitness Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Get Your Healing Roadmap: susangladstein.com Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Get your copy of the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for the Rooted Reset Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat
You’re eating clean, taking supplements, and tracking your ovulation—so why does your body still feel out of sync? If you’ve been feeling anxious, exhausted, or “wired but tired,” there’s one hormone that could be quietly sabotaging your fertility and energy—and no, it’s not estrogen or progesterone. In this episode, we’re digging into the stress hormone cortisol and how it impacts your cycle, hormones, and ability to conceive. You’ll hear what really happens inside your body when cortisol stays high, why “normal” labs can still leave you feeling off, and how to tell if your nervous system has been running on overdrive for too long. We’ll talk about the surprising everyday habits that spike cortisol (even the “healthy” ones), how to start calming your body’s stress response naturally, and a science-backed tool that’s been helping women restore balance, sleep better, and finally feel like themselves again. If your body’s been screaming for rest but you’ve been too busy pushing through, this episode will help you understand why peace—not pressure—is the missing piece to your healing and fertility journey. Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: https://susangladstein.substack.com/ Book your Hormone & Healing Roadmap Call:  susangladstein.com Learn about AEON phototherapy:  faithoverpharma.org Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Grab your copy of Faithful in the Wait launching Oct 29: faithfulinthewait.com Join The Rooted Reset Retreat 2026: susangladstein.com/retreat
Have you ever done everything “right” — prayed, tracked, tested, changed your diet — and still ended up staring at another negative test? I know that pain all too well. After my husband’s vasectomy reversal, we saw sperm at first… and then watched the numbers drop to zero by the 8-week mark. My heart sank. Doctors told us everything looked “normal” and that fertility treatments were our only option. But deep down, I knew God was asking me to trust Him — to heal my body His way and surrender the timeline. It would take two years before we finally saw that positive test. Two years of tears, questions, and learning to believe that the waiting wasn’t wasted. In this episode, I’m sharing how God met me in that season, restored my faith, and wrote a miracle story in my 40s — one that changed the course of my life and led to my mission behind Faith Over Pharma. I pray this conversation reminds you that even when it feels like nothing’s happening, God is still moving. He’s not withholding. He’s preparing. And if you’re in your own season of waiting — for healing, for a baby, for breakthrough — I created something special to walk with you through it. My 30-day devotional, Faithful in the Wait, launches October 29 on Amazon. It’s filled with scripture, reflection, and encouragement to help you find peace right where you are — even when the outcome hasn’t come yet. Because your story isn’t over. The waiting is where miracles are made.   Next Steps: Order Your Copy of Faithful in the Wait: faithfulinthewait.com Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Get Your Healing Roadmap: susangladstein.com Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for the Rooted Reset Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and today’s episode holds sacred space for the women who have walked through that pain — and the friends who want to support them better. My guest, Cate Purvis, is a birth and miscarriage doula, childbirth educator, and author who has walked through sixteen miscarriages and four miracle babies. Through unimaginable loss, Cate discovered that God doesn’t cause our pain — but He never wastes it. In this powerful, faith-filled conversation, Cate shares her story of loss and redemption, how she found peace after years of heartbreak, and the truth that changed everything: “God can take it.” We talk about what it means to grieve honestly with God, how to support someone after miscarriage, and why faith and grief are not opposites. If you’ve ever felt angry at God, questioned His plan, or struggled to understand why loss happens, this episode will remind you that He is still faithful — even in the dark. You’ll hear: How Cate’s sixteen pregnancy losses deepened her faith rather than destroyed it What it looks like to be honest with God in anger, grief, and heartbreak Why “God’s will” is often misunderstood in conversations about miscarriage How to support a friend walking through pregnancy loss or infertility The redemptive hope that comes when we let God turn ashes into beauty This episode is a tender reminder that even when heaven feels silent, God still sees, loves, and redeems.   Connect with Cate: Website: Stan.store/birthandlosscollective Facebook: @thebirthandlosscollective Instagram: @birthandlosscollective TikTok: @birthandlosscollective Book: “Words I Could Not Say: Musings of a Miscarriage Mama” – available on Amazon Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Get Your Healing Roadmap: susangladstein.com Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Get your copy of the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for the Rooted Reset Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat
They said it would be simple. A quick, harmless procedure. A way to take control — to make life easier. But no one warned them about the true cost. When Holly Sears’ husband chose a vasectomy against her will, it didn’t just affect his body — it broke their marriage.  In this powerful testimony, Holly opens up about the emotional and spiritual toll that followed, and the God who stepped in to heal what the world said was permanent. If you’ve ever believed the lie that permanent birth control is “no big deal,” this episode will make you pause. Because behind every “simple solution” is a story the world doesn’t tell — one of regret, heartbreak, and, in Holly’s case, redemption through God’s grace. Connect with Holly: Email: hollysearsmedia@gmail.com Books Recommended in this Episode: Supernatural Childbirth by Jackie Mize  Is Vasectomy Safe by H.J. Roberts Be Fruitful and Multiply: What the Bible Says about Having Children by Nancy Campbell God’s Creative Power Gift Collection by Charles Capps Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Get Your Healing Roadmap: susangladstein.com Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for the Rooted Reset Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat Order your copy of Faithful in the Wait devotional
Most of us grew up learning what a period is… but not why it happens. We were told a “normal” cycle is 28 days and ovulation always happens on day 14 — but that’s simply not true for most women. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to truly understand your menstrual cycle and what your body is communicating in every phase — from your period to ovulation and everything in between. You’ll learn how to recognize the signs your hormones need support, what’s considered healthy variation, and why stress, thyroid health, and lifestyle shifts can change your cycle (and that’s not always a bad thing!). We’ll also talk about how men’s hormones follow a 24-hour rhythm — while ours ebb and flow over roughly 28 days — and why that means you were never meant to show up the same way every day. You’ll walk away understanding: What a truly normal menstrual cycle looks like (and why it’s not one-size-fits-all) The four hormonal “seasons” — menstrual, follicular, ovulatory, and luteal — and how to support your body in each The surprising connection between stress and delayed ovulation How thyroid disorders, PCOS, and hypothalamic amenorrhea show up in your cycle Foods, movement, and mindset shifts to balance hormones naturally Why tracking your cycle is one of the most powerful tools for healing If you’ve ever wondered why your energy, mood, and motivation change week to week, or why you feel different from the men around you — this episode will help you finally understand your rhythm and start honoring it instead of fighting it.   Next Steps Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com   Get Your Healing Roadmap: susangladstein.com Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for the Rooted Reset Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat
Do you ever feel stuck in survival mode—constantly stressed, exhausted, or carrying pain that no doctor can explain? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Melissa Armstrong, a Trauma & Nervous System Coach who knows firsthand what it’s like to live under the weight of trauma. Melissa’s story takes us from childhood marked by addiction and abuse, to surviving a school shooting at 15, to witnessing her brother’s tragic death at 18. Those unresolved traumas manifested as severe physical symptoms—until she discovered the power of the mind-body connection, somatic healing, and nervous system repair. Together we unpack: How unresolved trauma shows up as fatigue, anxiety, and chronic pain Practical ways to regulate your nervous system and release what’s stored in the body The role of somatic healing practices in moving beyond survival mode Why healing is always possible—no matter your past, diagnosis, or story How faith and God’s design give us hope for full restoration If you’re ready to step out of survival mode and into lasting wholeness, this conversation will give you both the hope and the tools to begin your healing journey. Connect with Melissa: Website: holistichealthbyMelissa.com  Mind Body Healing Workshop, Oct 13-15: https://holistichealthbymelissa.com/MindBodyHealingWorkshop Instagram: @holistichealthbymelissa Facebook: @holistichealthbymelissa   Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Book a free 30-min phototherapy consult: susangladstein.com/phototherapy Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for the Rooted Reset Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat    
Have you ever felt like nothing you try—self-help books, meditation, or alternative therapies—truly heals the emptiness inside? Like you’re chasing answers that never satisfy, leaving you frustrated, stuck, or even spiritually drained? In this Testimony Thursday episode, Andrea Brunswick shares her journey from decades of New Age practices, mysticism, and worldly searching, to experiencing true emotional, spiritual, and life-changing healing through Jesus Christ. She opens up about surrendering grief, shame, and identity, and how God restored her purpose and empowered her to help other women reclaim their God-given identity through the Proverbs 31 Reinvention Blueprint. Andrea’s story is a bold reminder that real healing doesn’t come from the world—it comes from surrendering to God’s plan. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked by worldly solutions, or desperate for lasting transformation, this episode is for you. Connect with Andrea: Instagram: @andreabrunswick TikTok: @andrea.brunswick Facebook: @Andrea Julia Brunswick LinkedIn: Andrea Brunswick Proverbs 31 Reinvention Mentorship Call Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Book a free 30-min phototherapy consult: susangladstein.com/phototherapy Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein
Are you a medical mom navigating the chaos of endless appointments, confusing diagnoses, or doctors who don’t listen? You are not alone. In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by K. Crystal Griffith—international best-selling author, Certified Heart Healing Practitioner, and founder of Medical Mom Warriors™. Crystal shares her personal journey as a medical mom raising a child with 25 diagnoses, while overcoming her own health battles through faith, holistic healing, and fierce advocacy. Together, we unpack: The top holistic tools every medical mom should know about (including stem cell activation patches, frequency therapy, and more). Practical advocacy strategies for navigating the medical system with confidence and protecting your child’s care. How faith-led wellness can bring hope, healing, and strength in the midst of medical chaos. Whether you’re facing autoimmune disease, life-threatening allergies, chronic illness, or simply looking for natural alternatives beyond pharmaceuticals, this episode will give you practical tools, spiritual encouragement, and the reminder that you are never alone in this journey. Connect with K Crystal: Website: MedicalMomWarriors.com Free resources at linktr.ee/kcrystalgriffith. Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Book a free 30-min phototherapy consult: susangladstein.com/phototherapy Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein
What does it really mean to break free—and stay free—in Christ? In this powerful Testimony episode, I’m joined by Catherine O’Neal, author of Hidden Struggle: Breaking Free & Staying Free and host of Catherine’s Fruitful Talk!. Catherine shares her story of growing up in church without truly knowing God, encountering His presence as a young adult, and experiencing a miraculous healing that transformed her life. We talk about: How God miraculously healed Catherine during a health crisis The journey through pharmacy school and how it shaped her view of medicine, natural healing, and faith Why believers struggle with recurring strongholds—and how to walk in lasting freedom Powerful testimonies of God’s healing, including a family member spared from surgery and a neighbor saved from leg amputation The difference between being delivered once and staying free through discipline, God’s Word, and daily relationship with Jesus If you’ve ever wondered why freedom feels temporary, struggled with recurring battles, or needed fresh encouragement to believe in God’s healing power, Catherine’s testimony will strengthen your faith and remind you that Jesus is still setting people free today. Connect with Catherine: Book: Hidden Struggle: Breaking Free & Staying Free – Available on Amazon Podcast: Catherine’s Fruitful Talk! (YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music) LinkTree Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Book a free 30-min phototherapy consult: susangladstein.com/phototherapy Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein
Have you ever walked into a doctor’s office already anxious, only to feel pressured into signing forms, taking medications, or agreeing to treatments that didn’t sit right in your spirit? If you’ve ever felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or even coerced by the medical system—you’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with transformation coach, author, and podcaster Kristin Fitch, who knows firsthand what it’s like to face medical pressure and choose faith over fear. From standing up for her family when doctors pushed unnecessary vaccines to navigating her father’s health journey with Parkinson’s, Kristin has lived through the tension of medical coercion—and come out with a renewed passion for helping others protect their health, their families, and their faith. We dive into the practical steps you can take to become your own health advocate: How to prepare for appointments so you don’t feel rushed or silenced. The questions you must ask before agreeing to medication or treatment. Why your mindset and words matter more than you think for your healing. Simple daily practices that build real health without overcomplicating it. If you’ve ever felt powerless in a medical setting, this conversation will remind you that you don’t have to hand over your authority. You’ll walk away encouraged, equipped, and ready to step into your role as your own best advocate—rooted in faith, guided by wisdom, and aligned with the life God designed for you.   Connect with Kristin: Website: https://KristinFitch.com Faith Fueled Woman Podcast Building a Life You Love Podcast Email: kristin@kristinfitch.com Instagram: https:instagram.com/kristinfitch   Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Book a free 30-min phototherapy consult: susangladstein.com/phototherapy Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein
What if your body already holds a roadmap to healing—written in your eyes? In this powerful Testimony episode, Annette Ducharme shares her 30-year journey of healing through the Natural Healing Arts, from discovering Iridology and Herbal medicine to experiencing the transformative benefits of LifeWave phototherapy patches. As a sensitive soul and empath herself, Annette has recently dedicated her work to helping parents of highly sensitive people,  while also serving as a bridge of support for Gen Z young adults.  Sensitives are often misunderstood, at work, at school and at home. She explains how tools such as the Science of Iridology can uncover hidden imbalances, while Wholistic Nutrition, Herbs, & Photon light therapy can assist the body to heal itself , and regenerate. From calming the nervous system, reducing anxiety and stress, to restoring energy, Annette helps us embrace Holistic healing on every level—body, mind, and spirit. If you’ve ever felt burned out, “too sensitive,” or stuck in a medical system that doesn’t see the full picture or can’t find a solution, Annette’s story will encourage you to trust and follow your intuition, lean into natural tools, and rediscover your body’s God-given ability to heal. Connect with Annette: Website: theconsciouscowgirl.com Email: annette@theconsciouscowgirl.com Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Book a free 30-min phototherapy consult: susangladstein.com/phototherapy Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein
The world feels heavy right now—fear, anxiety, division, and constant chaos are bombarding us from every angle. In this episode, I’m addressing the stress, worry, and trauma so many of us are feeling—and sharing biblical and holistic tools to protect your mental, emotional, and physical health. We’ll dive into: How fear, anger, and “doom-scrolling” affect your health, energy, and immune system Practical steps to release spiritual and emotional trauma from a faith-led, holistic perspective The lies of the enemy versus the truth of God’s Word (John 10:10) Why division makes us weaker—and how unity, love, and prayer are acts of spiritual strength The power of community, accountability, and encouragement in navigating life’s challenges Ways to incorporate Sabbath rest, gratitude, intentional prayer, and Scripture reflection into your daily life I also share personal reflections from my own experiences post-9/11 and insights on how we can stand strong in faith even when the world feels chaotic. Plus, hear a powerful clip from Charlie Kirk about unplugging and taking a Sabbath as God intended. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, fear, or the weight of worldly events, this episode will remind you that God has made His home in you, and His truth can anchor your heart, mind, and body in peace and strength. You don’t have to be defined by fear or division. Anchor yourself in God, stand strong in His truth, and step out as a light in a darkened world. Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Book a free 30-min phototherapy consult: susangladstein.com/phototherapy Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein
Have you ever felt burned out, stuck in old habits, or doubted whether you were even capable of real change? In this Testimony Thursday episode, I sit down with my long-time friend Angie Zamora to share her powerful health transformation story. Angie has joined me for the past two years at my women’s wellness retreat in Costa Rica—and her journey is nothing short of inspiring. From battling fear, self-doubt, and poor health to finding confidence, renewed energy, and a deeper sense of faith, Angie’s story is proof that investing in yourself is never selfish—it’s necessary. You’ll hear: How Angie overcame the discouragement of being told she wasn’t “healthy enough” to attend her first retreat The challenges she faced with detox, self-doubt, and starting over in her health Why small, consistent steps (like daily walks and simple food changes) became the foundation for her lasting transformation How community, faith, and time in nature helped her rediscover her worth and confidence Why every woman deserves space to rest, reset, and reconnect with God’s design for her health If you’ve been searching for a sign that it’s time to step away from the noise and prioritize your healing—this conversation will encourage you. Angie’s testimony will remind you that you are worth the investment, and that God can use even the smallest steps to bring about big change. ✨ Ready to experience this for yourself? Learn more about my upcoming Costa Rica wellness retreat at www.susangladstein.com/retreat and how it could be the reset you’ve been praying for. Connect with Angie: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angie.zamora.5074 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purplebird_z Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Book a free 30-min phototherapy consult: susangladstein.com/phototherapy Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026: susangladstein.com/retreat 
You’ve been told that exhaustion, mood swings, and feeling “off” are just part of motherhood. But what if burnout isn’t normal—and what if the answers go deeper than another prescription or quick-fix plan? In this episode, I’m joined by Regina Steele, certified integrative health coach, speaker, and mom of three, who turned her own health breakdown into a mission to help other moms heal. After facing postpartum depletion, adrenal dysfunction, and autoimmune diagnoses, she refused to accept that survival mode was her only option. Instead, she rebuilt her health through root-cause healing, hormone support, and nervous system regulation—and now helps other women do the same. Together we unpack: The hidden red flags moms should never ignore when it comes to their health Why “bounce back” culture and perfectionist parenting advice are keeping women stuck How to start listening to your body again—and trust what it’s telling you Simple, natural steps to support hormones and reduce stress The power of community and why no mom was meant to do this alone If you’ve ever felt dismissed, told your labs are “normal,” or pressured to just push through, this conversation will remind you: burnout isn’t normal, and healing is possible. Connect with Regina: 👉 Website: thereginasteele.com 👉 Instagram: @thereginasteele 👉 Pre-order her book MotherFcked* Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Book a free 30-min phototherapy consult: susangladstein.com/phototherapy Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein Join us in Costa Rica 2026 for the Rooted Reset™ Retreat: susangladstein.com/retreat 
What happens when you stop making health decisions from a place of fear and start following God’s leading instead? In this powerful Testimony Thursday episode, Renee Swasey—wife, mom, natural health practitioner, and author of Refined for Revival—shares her journey through infertility, thyroid struggles, and an emergency gallbladder surgery. From balancing her hormones naturally to conceiving after years of trying, to standing firm against fear-based medical pressure, Renee’s story is a faith-filled reminder that God’s blueprint for healing is always best. We talk about: How prayer and natural health restored her fertility after years of infertility Why she turned down thyroid radiation and found a better way The moment she knew God was guiding her through an emergency surgery Why your words and thoughts impact your physical health more than you realize Practical steps to strengthen your faith when facing health challenges If you’ve ever felt pushed toward medical decisions that didn’t sit right in your spirit, or you’re searching for a way to partner with God in your healing, this conversation will equip and encourage you to trust the Great Physician above all. Connect with Renee: Website: refinedforrevival.com Book: Refined for Revival: Your Purpose in God’s Plan Health Consulting/Coaching Website: revivalhealthlife.com   Next Steps: Join the Faith Over Pharma movement: susangladstein.substack.com Book a free 30-min phototherapy consult: susangladstein.com/phototherapy Connect on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein
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