Living Vividly

What really happens if your OB can’t make it to the hospital in time?In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Dr. Charise Fassho and Dr. Abigail Hart to break down the growing OB hospitalist model, why more physicians are stepping away from traditional private practice, and how burnout in medicine directly impacts women’s health.They share their journeys through medicine, motherhood, perimenopause, sleep deprivation, and high-risk obstetrics, and how redefining success changed everything. This conversation dives into patient safety, maternal health, work-life balance, and why normalizing burnout is no longer sustainable.If you’re pregnant, postpartum, navigating a demanding career, or simply feeling exhausted by the pace of life, this episode will challenge you to rethink what sustainable success really looks like.⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Introduction: Medicine, Motherhood & Redefining Success01:05 – What Is an OB Hospitalist? (How It’s Different from Private Practice)05:25 – High-Risk Deliveries, Emergencies & Patient Safety08:55 – “I Want My Doctor There” Addressing Common Birth Fears12:50 – The Rise of OB Hospitalist Programs & the Maternal Health Crisis17:35 – Burnout in Medicine & Why It’s So Common20:05 – Building a Purpose-Driven Career Together24:45 – Redefining Success After Kids27:50 – Slowing Down: Sauna, Sleep, Fitness & Self-Care31:40 – Toxic Work Environments & Protecting Your Energy34:45 – Sleep, Stress & Preventing Long-Term Burnout37:10 – What “Living Vividly” Means to ThemIf you’re tired of normalizing burnout and want to understand what sustainable women’s health and purpose-driven medicine actually require, this episode provides a clear, real-world roadmap.👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who feels stretched thin between career, motherhood, and their own health.—Connect with Charise & Abigail (The OB Hospitalists)📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/theobhospitalist/👥 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/theobhospitalist—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Mental health care is important health care, especially for older adults living in nursing homes and long-term care communities. In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Stacy and Kenny Maggard, founders of Azalea Health Services, to talk about what meaningful mental health support for seniors really looks like.We explore why emotional and psychological well-being matters just as much as physical care as we age, and how counseling can help address grief, depression, anxiety, loneliness, and major life transitions. Stacy and Kenny share what they’ve seen firsthand working inside nursing homes and assisted living facilities, and how a soft, human-centered approach helps build trust with a generation that often grew up avoiding conversations about mental health.We also discuss what it looks like to build a mission-driven healthcare business together as a married couple, balancing leadership, compassion, boundaries, and shared purpose, while staying focused on impact over profit.This episode is about dignity, connection, care, and supporting people well at every stage of life.If you have a loved one in long-term care, work in senior living, or want a deeper understanding of mental health services for older adults, this conversation offers practical insight and perspective.Chapters0:00 Mental health care for seniors in nursing homes0:25 Meet Stacy & Kenny Maggard of Azalea Health Services0:46 From corporate careers to a mission-driven startup1:39 Why seniors are an underserved mental health population2:32 Therapy stigma in older generations3:15 Entrepreneurship, doubt, and staying mission-focused5:02 The moment they knew this work mattered8:06 What Azalea Health Services does10:00 Common mental health challenges in long-term care11:41 Loneliness and emotional life in nursing homes13:06 How clinicians build trust with residents16:59 Dementia and counseling considerations18:48 Where they serve and future growth20:07 Working with your spouse and setting boundaries25:09 Growing the team and building sustainable care26:19 Medicare coverage and access to services29:11 Real stories that show the impact30:56 The emotional “fourth quarter” of life33:18 Supporting residents and facility staff35:47 Who benefits from counseling and referral signs37:19 Advice for families with aging parents40:37 What “living vividly” means to them42:58 Closing thoughts—Connect with Kenny and Stacy Maggard (Azalea Health Services)🌐 Website→ https://azaleahealthservices.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Chronic pain is not inevitable, and managing symptoms is not the same as healing.In this episode of the Living Vividly Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Derrick Hines, founder of Acadian Pain & Performance Rehab, to break down what regenerative healing actually looks like and why the traditional pain-care model often fails to deliver long-term results.Dr. Hines explains how modern healthcare became symptom-first instead of health-first, why scar-based healing leads to recurring injuries, and what it truly takes to regenerate healthy, native tissue. He outlines the six non-negotiables for real healing and introduces a clear hierarchy of regenerative medicine, from foundational lifestyle inputs to advanced therapies like PRP, peptides, and stem cells.This conversation reframes pain, aging, and recovery, and offers a practical framework for people dealing with chronic pain, stubborn injuries, or repeated flare-ups.In this episode, you’ll learn:- Why most medical diagnoses describe symptoms, not root causes- How scar-based healing contributes to chronic pain and re-injury- The 6 requirements for true tissue regeneration- The difference between symptom management and regenerative healing- How PRP, peptides, laser therapy, and stem cells actually fit together- Why skipping foundational steps often causes advanced treatments to fail- What to do first if you’re dealing with a new or lingering injuryChapters00:00 Introduction: Why We Treat Symptoms Instead of Healing03:30 Diagnosis Labels vs Root Cause of Pain04:50 Scar-Based Healing and Why Injuries Keep Returning09:45 The 6 Non-Negotiables for True Tissue Regeneration14:45 Why Healing Requires Patient Buy-In (and Better Education)19:40 Longevity, Inflammation, and Mitochondrial Health25:00 The Regenerative Medicine Hierarchy (Tier 1–4 Explained)27:30 PRP, Peptides, and Where They Actually Fit39:00 Stacking Therapies for Better Outcomes50:50 Why “Don’t Skip Steps” Is the Real Shortcut54:50 What to Do First When You Have a New Injury1:06:20 What Living Vividly Really Means (Closing)If you’re tired of “just managing” pain and want to understand what healing actually requires, this episode provides a clear, science-backed roadmap.👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who’s been told “this is just part of getting older.—Connect with Dr. Derrick Hines (Acadian Pain & Performance)📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/acadianapainandperformance/👥 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/acadianapain🌐 Website→ https://www.acadianapain.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Most people think the new dietary guidelines are just political headlines and hot takes and something that has nothing to do with their personal health. In reality, these guidelines quietly shape the food environment around you, from school lunches and federal nutrition programs to the products food companies create and what gets labeled as “healthy” for the next five years.In this episode, we break down the newly released dietary guidelines, what changed, what stayed the same, and how they influence the food system around you, even if you never read them yourself. We walk through the guidelines section by section, using Daphne’s lens as an unconventional dietitian and Jackie’s perspective as a health coach and parent.We cover how the guidelines address protein intake, full-fat dairy, whole grains, saturated fat, added sugar, alcohol, ultra-processed foods, children’s nutrition, chronic disease, and the growing emphasis on real food and nutrient density.This conversation is about clarity, not perfection. Less internet panic, more practical context you can use to make informed decisions for yourself and your family.If this episode helped you understand what the dietary guidelines actually say and why they matter, like, subscribe, and share it with someone trying to eat healthier without making it a full-time job.Chapters00:00 Introduction and why these guidelines matter01:07 What dietary guidelines actually are and who they’re for02:12 Why guidelines shape food policy more than personal diets03:03 The biggest win: real food and nutrient density03:27 Alcohol guidance and why it became vague05:05 Political and committee influence on the guidelines07:56 “Eat the right amount for you” and personalization08:26 Protein recommendations and why they increased11:21 Full-fat dairy and why this is a major shift13:09 Gut health and the microbiome mention14:18 Healthy fats, olive oil, butter, and beef tallow15:08 Saturated fat limits and internal contradictions16:27 Whole grains, refined carbs, and serving changes18:22 Ultra-processed foods and added sugar guidance22:56 Sodium, electrolytes, and how to think per meal29:14 Infant and child nutrition updates33:23 What this means for the food industry41:18 Pregnancy, aging, and nutrient priorities42:20 Chronic disease and the low-carb mention43:59 Vegetarian and vegan considerations46:04 Whole grains explained and blood sugar impact51:15 Seed oils, avocado oil, and what wasn’t addressed53:05 Saturated fat nuance and real-world context57:01 Final thoughts and why this is a step forward💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

What happens when you’ve been hurt by the church, but still feel deeply drawn to God?In this episode of Living Vividly, Jackie and Daphne sit down with Sarah Mary Toce-Donlon, spiritual teacher and writer, for a grounded and honest conversation about rediscovering God beyond rigid religion. Together, they explore the tension between spirituality, religion, and faith, why so many people are experiencing a spiritual awakening right now, and how science and spirituality can work together rather than against each other.Sarah Mary shares her personal journey of church hurt, healing from within the institution, and learning how to live in mystery, wonder, and embodied faith. This episode is for anyone who feels spiritually curious, institutionally cautious, or hungry for a deeper, more authentic connection.In this episode, we explore:Spirituality vs religion vs God and why the distinction mattersHealing after church hurt without abandoning faithWhy mystery and curiosity are essential to spiritualityHow science supports spiritual experience rather than negating itSuffering, resilience, and spiritual growthRedefining church as community, connection, and lived experienceWhat it truly means to live vividly and fully aliveIn this episode: 00:00 – Welcome + why spiritual curiosity is rising02:37 – Spirituality, religion, and God explained08:31 – When the word “God” feels triggering10:47 – Sarah Mary’s experience with church hurt15:07 – Why people crave deeper spiritual nourishment16:42 – The role of mystery in faith19:21 – Power, healing, and withheld truth28:05 – Rethinking what “church” really means31:16 – Nature, science, and awe as spiritual gateways35:07 – Suffering as a path to resilience and growth40:31 – Boundaries, belief, and respectful dialogue46:12 – Why hypocrisy pushes people away from faith50:26 – Holding faith while acknowledging institutional harm53:14 – Sarah Mary’s work, speaking, and mission55:20 – What “Living Vividly” truly means—Connect with Sarah Mary Toce-Donlon 📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/i.am.sarahmary/👥 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/i.am.sarahmary🌐 Website→ https://www.sarahmary.org/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Most people think medicine is about diagnosing symptoms and prescribing solutions. In reality, that approach often misses the deeper patterns driving chronic illness, burnout, inflammation, and accelerated aging.In this episode, Dr. Navita Gupta, a board-certified internal medicine physician, shares what led her to question the conventional medical model and expand into functional and preventative care. Drawing on over a decade of traditional practice, she explains why treating endpoints alone is insufficient and how understanding root causes can significantly impact patient outcomes.This conversation examines how functional medicine considers the entire timeline of a person’s life, encompassing antecedents, triggers, and mediators, to deliver truly personalized care. We discuss prevention, aging well, hormone health, metabolic dysfunction, bone density, cognitive decline, and why being heard is often the most powerful intervention.This episode reframes health as a long-term partnership, not a quick fix. The goal is not perfection or extremes, but sustainable habits that protect your healthspan and give you agency over your body as you age.Episode Breakdown0:00 Intro and Dr. Navita Gupta’s background1:45 Why adding more supplements fails when the system is never assessed6:40 Shifting from symptom chasing to understanding the full health picture8:30 Mapping a health timeline to uncover root causes, not isolated problems11:20 Why looking at the whole system matters more than treating single symptoms13:10 How gut dysfunction reflects deeper inflammation and systemic imbalance24:20 When hormones and bone health are signals, not standalone diagnoses26:25 Osteopenia as a downstream outcome of multiple overlooked drivers30:00 Why real healing requires lifestyle change, not just protocols or pills36:20 Fatigue as a system failure, not a lack of willpower or motivation37:00 Sleep disorders as a missing piece in many chronic health cases41:00 Environmental stressors as invisible contributors to chronic illness51:00 Using data, labs, and lifestyle together to guide long-term healing1:05:40 Expanding beyond standard labs to see patterns earlier1:07:45 Redefining health as presence, longevity, and living vividlyIf this episode helped you rethink how health, aging, or prevention should actually work, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who is ready to move beyond symptom management.—Connect with Dr. Navita Gupta (Nouriche Wellness & Aesthetics) 📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/navitaguptamd/👥 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/nourichemedspa🌐 Website→ https://www.hiddensourcemethod.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Most people think healing means rest, medication, or surgery. In reality, the body already knows how to heal. The problem is that modern medicine often interrupts the process.In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Dr. Thomas Bond, a family medicine physician and leader in regenerative medicine based in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Bond explains what regenerative medicine actually is, why inflammation is essential for healing, and how many common treatments may slow recovery rather than support it.This conversation bridges orthopedics, longevity science, functional medicine, and the future of healing. We explore the gap between physical therapy and surgery, the real drivers of longevity, and why stress, sleep, nutrition, and movement matter more than most supplements.Episode Chapters00:00 Intro and guest overview00:22 What regenerative medicine really means00:49 From sports medicine to orthopedic medicine01:19 Why musculoskeletal injuries drive regenerative care02:10 Joint instability and the “wobbling wheel” analogy03:19 How the body regenerates and why sleep matters04:41 Pharmaceuticals, inflammation, and why anti-inflammatories can block healing05:41 Ice, pain relief, and what ice actually does07:16 Why surgeons avoid ibuprofen after fractures and fusions09:27 Acetaminophen vs ibuprofen, what’s the difference10:24 When ibuprofen actually makes sense11:24 The ibuprofen study, ulcers, pain, and delayed healing13:01 Dr. Bond’s personal injury story and avoiding spine surgery14:55 The missing treatment gap between PT and surgery16:08 Partial tears, PT limitations, and real-world healing variables19:11 What interventional regenerative orthopedics includes20:07 Longevity science, separating hype from evidence21:06 The number one longevity factor: exercise21:56 What exercise really means (heart rate, duration, consistency)23:56 VO2 max testing and longevity prediction25:34 Exercise vs nutrition, what the data actually shows26:17 Longevity factor #2: leanness and body fat percentage29:09 Longevity factor #3: genetics and telomere length30:31 Epigenetics and whether telomeres can change31:30 Cold plunges, heat exposure, and real risk considerations34:24 Longevity factor #4 and beyond: nutrition35:22 Red meat, longevity data, and controversial findings37:28 Why longevity factors affect healing outcomes37:58 Stress, cortisol, and immune system suppression39:56 Rethinking autoimmunity and “not self” responses41:36 Leaky gut, diet, and autoimmune improvement42:00 First-line dietary changes: gluten free, dairy free42:25 Peptides and gut healing (BPC-157 overview)44:06 PRP, stem cells, and blood-derived growth factors explained45:32 What conditions does regenerative medicine treat46:54 Post-surgical pain, scar tissue, and fascia dysfunction50:23 IV therapy, ozone, and immune activation52:01 Oxidation, aging, and why oxygen both sustains and damages54:29 High-dose IV vitamin C and adjunctive cancer care56:08 Adjunctive therapies vs primary treatment57:37 Oxidative stress explained simply59:15 Anti-oxidative vs anti-inflammatory diets01:04:00 Supplements, soil quality, and regenerative farming01:05:14 Defining regenerative, functional, and integrative medicine01:06:30 Pelvic health, PRP, and stress incontinence01:08:48 The body’s innate ability to heal01:10:43 Energy, light, sound, and future healing technology01:16:07 Frequency, culture, and historical healing practices01:18:55 Ethics, trust, and lessons from recent medical history01:20:11 What living vividly truly means01:20:49 Outro—Connect with Dr. Thomas Bond (Bond Medical Center) 📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/bondmedicalcenter/👥 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/bondmedicalcenter🌐 Website→ https://bondmedicalcenter.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Most people think “shadow work” is just journaling and vibes. In reality, it is a practical framework for understanding the unconscious patterns that drive your decisions, relationships, and burnout.In this episode, we explore the Hidden Source Method, a coaching framework rooted in Jungian psychology, eastern philosophy, and embodiment. You will learn how the persona (the mask) forms, why the shadow holds both pain and potential, and how to start catching your patterns in real time through awareness, active imagination, and a simple guided exercise.This conversation reframes personal growth as integration, not perfection. The goal is not to delete parts of yourself; it is to make them conscious so you can live with more autonomy, self-authority, and alignment.Episode Breakdown:0:19 Hidden Source Method explained (what is under the surface)1:34 Individuation and the “script” you inherited vs who you are2:12 Shadow work tools: meditation, dreams, active imagination3:07 Jung’s map of the psyche (ego, persona, personal unconscious)4:34 Why people resist deeper work and why it gets harder first5:22 Burnout, success, and the feeling of “something is missing”7:18 Persona vs shadow (the mask and what gets pushed down)10:43 Exercise: how you want to be seen and what feels burdensome12:07 “Responsible” persona and what gets repressed (joy, spontaneity)20:01 “Helpful” persona, overgiving, resentment, and boundaries23:16 Witness mind and catching the pattern before it takes over26:14 What the shadow is and how it shapes behavior through fear30:16 Fear of rejection and how it fuels people pleasing32:53 Guided meditation: identify the trigger, sensation, and compulsion43:31 Perfectionism, creativity, and fear of criticism45:52 Relationships and projection (the “magical other” myth)51:26 What “living vividly” means (purity of heart, meaning vs happiness)If this episode helped you put language to a pattern you have been stuck in, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who is doing the work.—Connect with Jarrod Roy (Hidden Source Method) 📲 Instagram→   / viniyogi99  👥 Facebook→   / jarrod.roy.35  🌐 Website→ https://www.hiddensourcemethod.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram →   / livingvividlypodcast  Facebook →   / livingvividlypodcast  

Most people think oral health is just about teeth. In reality, your mouth is deeply connected to gut health, inflammation, heart disease, brain health, sleep, airway function, and the nervous system.In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Dr. Taylor Shank, founder of Shank Dental in Lafayette, to explore integrative dentistry and how the oral microbiome influences whole-body health. This conversation reframes dentistry as a systems-based, preventive, and functional practice.We cover laser dentistry and red light therapy, minimally invasive care, mercury (amalgam) fillings and safe removal, nutrition’s role in jaw and tooth development, the fluoride debate, hydroxyapatite toothpaste, acidic drinks, and everyday oral habits like tongue scraping, flossing, and mouthwash use.We also discuss TMJ and clenching, nicotine pouches, signs dentists can spot early, and what it really means to “live vividly” beyond food alone.References:Metals in the mouth cause precancer changes in oral tissuesOral Surg Oral Med Oral Path Oral Radiol, 2012 May; 113(5):644–654Metals in the mouth affect immune response in the mouthNeuro Endocrinol Lett, 2013; 34(8):802–808Metals in the mouth cause T-cell hypersensitivity and autoimmune responsesNeuro Endocrinol Lett, 2010; 31(3):283–289Removal of metals improves long-term health of most patientsNeuro Endocrinol Lett, 2006 Dec; 27 Suppl 1:7–16Metals in the mouth cause liver and kidney damageMed Hypotheses, 2000 Nov; 73(5):716–717Metals in the mouth induce toxicityJ Dent, 2013 Nov; 41(11):1091–1100Metals in the mouth contribute to oral lichen planusContact Dermatitis, 2003 Jun; 48(6):331–336Metals in the mouth cause corrosion and allergy leading to oral lichen planusInt J Oral Surg, 1984 Feb; 13(1):16–24Metals in the mouth cause systemic inflammationFolia Microbiol, 2011 Jul–Aug; 37(4):90–97Corrosion products from dental metals travel throughout the bodyActa Odontol Latinoam, 2009; 22(1):3–9Metals in the mouth affect bone tissue function and compactnessStomatologiia (Mosk), 1996 May–Jun; 75(3):19–22—Connect with Dr. Taylor Shank (Shank Dental Care) 📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/shank_dental/👥 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/shankdds 🌐 Website→ https://www.shankdental.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Fire cider is more than a spicy wellness trend. It is a time-honored herbal remedy rooted in plant medicine and used for generations to support immunity, gut health, and inflammation. In this episode, herbalist Susie Garland of Blossom Flower Herbals breaks down what fire cider really is, how it works in the body, and why herbs play a powerful role in nervous system regulation and holistic healing.✨ You will learn:What fire cider is, how it is made, and why it is not a fermentationHow herbs support immunity, inflammation, and gut health naturallyThe difference between teas, tinctures, and herbal extractsWhy nervous system regulation is foundational to healingHow to integrate plant medicine into daily life in simple, realistic waysIf you enjoy the conversation, like, comment, and subscribe 🤍—Connect with Susie Garland (Flower Blossom Herbals) 📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/blossomflowerherbals/👥 Facebook→ hhttps://www.facebook.com/blossomflowerherbals🌐 Website→ https://www.blossomflowerherbals.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Living with a brain injury is not just about healing the brain. It is about understanding the nervous system, changing behavior in real life, and finding your way back to a meaningful daily routine.In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Kimberly Thibeaux, RN, CBIS, a Brain Injury Concierge Nurse and founder of Brain Injury Nurses of Acadiana. Kimberly specializes in functional neuro nursing, helping survivors of concussion, stroke, traumatic brain injury, hypoxic injury and emotional trauma translate medical advice into real world action at home.Together, we unpack:What “brain injury” really includes, from concussions and strokes to hypoxic events and emotional traumaWhat it means to be neurodivergent after an injury and why behavior can shift for years afterwardThe window of tolerance and how stress, anxiety and trauma shrink or expand itWhy many survivors struggle with behavior change and “carryover” from therapy into daily lifeHow nervous system regulation, environment, sleep, nutrition and screen time affect brain healingThe unique role of nurses in case management, advocacy and long term support for survivors and familiesIf you or someone you love is navigating brain injury recovery, chronic concussion symptoms or ongoing “mystery” behavior changes, this conversation will help you see the nervous system in a new way and give you language to ask better questions of your providers.—Connect with Kimberly Thibeaux (Brain Injury Nurses of Acadiana)📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/binacadiana/👥 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/binursesacadiana🌐 Website→ https://www.binacadiana.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Food insecurity is impacting one in six adults and one in five children right here in Acadiana. In this episode, we sit down with Paul Scelfo from Second Harvest Food Bank to break down what food insecurity really looks like, why it’s rising, and how it connects directly to the social determinants of health that shape community well being.Paul brings clarity to how food deserts form, why transportation and income gaps make access harder, and what it means for families who are forced to choose between groceries, rent, medicine, and basic needs. He also shares powerful real world stories from local schools, seniors on fixed incomes, and neighborhoods where hunger is a daily reality.You will hear aboutThe true definition of food securityHow Second Harvest supports 23 parishes through 500 community partnersWhat current SNAP and USDA changes mean for familiesWhy mobile markets, summer feeding, and food pantries matterThe upcoming nonprofit grocery store designed to serve food desert areasHow local nonprofits are collaborating to fight hungerSimple, high impact ways you can volunteer, donate, or get involvedIf you want a deeper understanding of how hunger affects health, stability, and quality of life in our own backyard, this episode offers the insights and context every community member should hear.Support Second Harvest or learn how to get involved: no-hunger.orgIf you enjoyed the episode, tap like, drop a comment, and subscribe so you never miss a conversation.—Connect with Second Harvest Food Bank 📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/2ndharvestgnoa/👥 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/2ndHarvestGNOA🌐 Website→ https://no-hunger.org/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Ready to streamline your holiday shopping with gifts that actually support better health, better sleep, and better energy? This episode crowdsources a full holiday wellness gift guide from past Living Vividly guests, covering everything from affordable stocking stuffers to high impact wellness investments.The goal: practical ideas that help your people feel better all year, not just more clutter under the tree.Here’s what’s inside this episode’s gift guide:🌿 Tempur Neck Pillowhttps://www.tempurpedic.com/shop-pillows/tempur-neck-pillow/v/573/🌿 Sunhome Outdoor Infrared Saunahttps://sunhomesaunas.com/products/2-person-outdoor-infrared-sauna🌿 Quicksilver Scientific Facial Beauty Serumhttps://www.quicksilverscientific.com/products/facial-beauty-serum🌿 Danger Coffeehttps://dangercoffee.com/products/whole-bean-dark-roast-coffee🌿 Laird Superfood Creamerhttps://lairdsuperfood.com/products/superfood-creamer-sweet-and-creamy-with-adaptogens🌿 Airestech EMF Blockershttps://airestech.com/collections/bestsellers🌿 LS Pro Systems Red Light Therapyhttps://lsprosystems.com/🌿 Inside Then Out Journalshttps://www.insidethenout.com🌿 LumeBox Red Light Panelhttps://lumebox.co🌿 Southern Linen Companyhttps://southernlinenco.com/🌿 ROKA Blue Light Glasseshttps://www.roka.com/collections/blue-light-glasses🌿 RA Optics Blue Blockershttps://raoptics.com🌿 Vitamix Blendershttps://www.vitamix.com/us/en_us/shop/blenders🌿 Blueland Cleaning Productshttps://www.blueland.com🌿 You Are A Badass Daily Calendarhttps://tinyurl.com/4c4sus8k🌿 Oura Ringhttps://ouraring.com🌿 Garmin Vivofit 4 (closest current model)https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/612476🌿 Eight Sleep Mattress / Pod Coverhttps://www.eightsleep.com🌿 Biovara Liposomal NADhttps://biovaramfg.com/products/nad-supplements🌿 Lululemon License to Train Classic Fithttps://shop.lululemon.com/p/mens-ls-tops/License-to-Train-Long-Sleeve🌿 Lululemon Swiftly Relaxed Long Sleevehttps://shop.lululemon.com/p/women-ls-tops/Swiftly-Tech-Relaxed-Fit-Long-Sleeve🌿 Nike Vomero 18https://www.nike.com/w/running-vomero-shoes-7pwghzy7ok🌿 Basin Arts Classeshttps://www.basinartslafayette.com🌿 Bluebirds Ballethttp://www.bluebirdsballetacademy.com/🌿 Buck & Johnny’s Zydeco Brunchhttps://www.buckandjohnnys.com🌿 Wild Child Wineshttps://wildchildwines.com/🌿 A. Dannette Boudoir Photographyhttps://www.adannetteboudoir.com🌿 La Femme Lingeriehttps://www.lafemmela.com/🌿 Petite Anse Farmhttps://www.petiteansefarm.com🌿 Rip Van Winkle Gardenshttps://www.ripvanwinklegardens.com🌿 Jungle Gardenshttps://www.junglegardens.orgWhether you're shopping for a wellness lover, a new parent, a partner who loves gadgets, or building your own wish list, this episode provides a cross-section of thoughtful, high impact gift ideas at every price point.If this episode helps you narrow your gift list, drop a comment with your favorite pick of the season.Happy holidays and keep living vividly. 🎄✨

In this episode, we sit down with Stephen Verret for a raw conversation about sobriety, anxiety, identity, and the journey of stepping into the clearest version of yourself. Stephen shares what life looked like before quitting alcohol, the panic attack that changed everything, and the mental, emotional, and physical transformation that followed. Together, we unpack:• How anxiety, ADHD, and alcohol fuel each other• The shift from late nights and burnout to choosing clarity• Navigating weddings, holidays, and social settings without drinking• Sugar cravings, B vitamins, and healthier ways to satisfy the urge• Nonalcoholic beers, THC drinks, and finding balance• Rebuilding self-trust and redefining fun• The importance of protecting your time and energy• Returning to childhood passions and learning who you actually areWe also talk about our new studio, why being “in progress” matters, and how incremental change mirrors Stephen’s entire story. If you are sober curious, feeling overwhelmed, or searching for more peace and presence in your life, this conversation offers perspective, honesty, and real encouragement.—Connect with Stephen Verret (Verret Studios)📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/stephenverret/?hl=en🌐 Website→ https://www.verretstudios.com/about—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

What you eat shapes how you feel — but how much do you really know about where your food comes from? In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Dr. Shannon Gonsoulin, a seventh-generation Louisiana rancher and veterinarian, to explore the connection between food quality, health, and sustainability.They unpack what grass-fed and grass-finished truly mean, why beef prices fluctuate, how processing impacts nutrition and flavor, and simple ways to cook better-tasting, nutrient-dense meals at home. Dr. Gonsoulin also shares the rich history of his family ranch, the shift toward local food systems, and how mindful eating can support both your body and the planet.If you care about eating well, living intentionally, and understanding what’s on your plate — this conversation is for you.📍 Highlights:Grass-fed vs. conventional beef — what’s the real differenceHow ranching and soil health affect your food qualityWhy beef costs what it does (and how to shop smart)Cooking tips for leaner, cleaner meatThe future of sustainable, local food in Louisiana—Connect with Dr. Shannon Gonsoulin (Gonsouin Land and Cattle)📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/gonsoulinbeef/🔔 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/GonsoulinCattle🌐 Website→ https://www.glcranch.com/pages/meet-our-team?srsltid=AfmBOooYR-emRkqmWuVLCbfNtwVd-Ywy7qCMLQLzc42sHoyM4AimFgfq—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Chiropractic care is more than quick cracks. In this episode, Dr. Brennon Kelly from Rise Chiropractic explains how spinal alignment influences the nervous system, pain, posture, and digestion. He breaks down the Gonstead method, why precision matters, and how subtle daily habits can make or break your back.You will learn:How the spine affects constipation, gut motility, and vagus nerve toneWhy small, targeted adjustments can change gait, balance, and energyThe difference between reactive pain care and proactive wellness carePractical posture fixes for desks, wallets, shoes, and standing vs sittingWhen imaging and temperature readings guide safer adjustments—Connect with Brennon Kelly (Rise Chiropractic)📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/rise_chiro/ 🔔 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/risechiro2018/🌐 Website→ https://www.riseacadiana.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is more than eye movements. It is a research-backed therapy that helps your brain reprocess traumatic memories so your body can calm down and heal. In this episode, therapist Morgan Thomas explains EMDR in clear terms, from big T and little t trauma to how bilateral stimulation can quiet fight or flight and reduce anxiety, PTSD symptoms, and overwhelm.✨ You will learn:What EMDR stands for and how it worksBig T vs little t trauma and why the body stays on high alertThe eight EMDR phases including resourcing, tapping, and body scansHow EMDR can help with panic, intrusive thoughts, grief, and chronic stressWhat a session looks like, how many you may need, and how to know if you are readyIf you enjoy the conversation, like, comment, and subscribe 🤍—Connect with Jessica Welch (Acadiana Hyperbarics)📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/_acadiana_hyperbarics_/ 🔔 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554985854024🌐 Website→ https://acadianahyperbarics.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

From diving medicine to modern wellness, hyperbaric oxygen therapy is having a moment. In this episode, nurse and clinic owner Jessica Welch breaks down how HBOT works in clear, practical language. We cover what a hyperbaric chamber is, why pressure matters, and how extra oxygen dissolving into plasma can reach damaged tissues that red blood cells cannot. Jessica explains Boil’s law in plain terms, shares her own recovery from disc injuries, and tells the story of using HBOT to help her son after a concussion.In this episode, you will learn:When HBOT can support wound healing, brain injuries, autoimmune flares, and athletic recoveryMild vs higher pressure chambers, safety, and how protocols are setWhy repeated sessions drive benefits like angiogenesis, mitochondrial support, and better ATP productionHow HBOT may influence inflammation, cytokines, and the vagus nerve for a calmer nervous systemWhat to expect if you are claustrophobic and how sessions actually feelJessica also talks about complementary therapies at her clinic, including infrared sauna, red light, lymphatic work, and gentle yoga, plus why HBOT should support a whole lifestyle, not replace it.If you enjoy the conversation, like, comment, and subscribe 🤍If you have a medical condition or specific health concern, please consult your healthcare provider before starting any new therapy.—Connect with Jessica Welch (Acadiana Hyperbarics)📲 Instagram→ https://www.instagram.com/_acadiana_hyperbarics_/ 🔔 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554985854024🌐 Website→ https://acadianahyperbarics.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

After learning his only kidney was functioning at just 2 percent, Pesh Patel went from near death to a second chance at life. In this episode, he shares how dialysis, transplant surgery, and rejection led him to find purpose as a kidney patient advocate and founder of A Kidney Life.Join Jackie, Daphne, and Dustin as they talk with Pesh about the realities of living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), managing mental health, and building resilience through community and education.You’ll learn about:Early symptoms and warning signs of kidney failureThe difference between hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysisWhat to expect during the transplant and recovery processThe impact of nutrition and lifestyle on kidney healthHow purpose and advocacy can transform hardship into hopeIf you or someone you love is facing kidney disease, this conversation offers guidance, encouragement, and proof that it’s possible to live fully and vividly at any stage of life.—Connect with Pesh Patel (A Kidney Life)📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akidneylife/🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/akidneylife.pesh🌐 Website: https://akidneylife.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/livingvividlypodcast/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/livingvividlypodcast

Today on Living Vividly, Jackie and Daphne sit down with certified sound healing facilitator Lissee Spiller to explore how sound can quiet the mind, relax the body, and help you feel more present in everyday life. Lissee shares her journey from massage and yoga to alchemy crystal bowls, what actually happens in a sound immersion, and why different frequencies resonate for different people. Stay to the end for a short guided mini sound bath you can experience from home.✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:What a sound immersion looks and feels like, from setup to integration How humming and breath support vagus nerve tone and calmThe basics of brain waves, alpha and theta, and why they matter for stressWhy certain instruments soothe some people and bother othersPractical ways to bring more calm into busy daysListen, breathe, and reset. If you enjoy the conversation, please like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode.—Connect with Lissee Spiller📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisseespiller/🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lissee.spiller.37🌐 Website: https://www.lisseespiller.com/—💫 Join the Living Vividly CommunityInstagram → / livingvividlypodcast Facebook → / livingvividlypodcast