Strong + Unfiltered

Solo episode that I tried out doubling as an instagram live so you will hear some dialogue.  I chat about how we need to be present to what we are doing with each of our days, taking action and adjusting goals for various reasons. Enjoy. Rate. Connect with me!  IG: @Danielle.kepics e-mail: Danielle.marie.pac@gmail.com Make it a great week!!

Dr. Gominak grew up and attended college in California, moved to Houston for medical school at Baylor College of Medicine, where she received an MD degree in 1983. Her Neurology residency was done at the Harvard affiliated, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. She practiced Neurology in the San Francisco Bay area from 1991-2004 then moved with her husband to Tyler, Texas.  Starting in 2004 she began to dedicate more of her practice to the treatment of sleep and sleep disorders. In 2012 and 2016 she published two pivotal articles about the global struggle with worsening sleep, the possible causes and solutions, related to vitamin D deficiency and the intestinal microbiome.  In 2016 she retired from her office practice to have more time to teach. She currently divides her time between RightSleep® coaching sessions for private individuals, teaching about sleep and sleep disorders on her channel, youtube.com/@DrStashaGominak and teaching other clinicians the RightSleep® method of sleep repair.  In this episode, we chat about: The cause of your headaches you're not looking into What does fat bear week have to do with hormones Is vitamin D at the root of endometriosis and PCOS Thoughts and feelings about sunscreen How medicine has lost critical thinking ability Covid and vitamin D Why your doctor is saying no to vitamin D testing Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Dr. Stasha Gominak Follow Dr. Stasha Gominak on IG  

Dr. Samantha Turetsky is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience. She specializes in treating eating disorders, perfectionism, and overcontrol. She loves helping high achievers who have it all together on paper but feel unfulfilled and disconnected move from rigidity to flexibility, get out of "grind" culture, and find more joy and play in their lives. She's also passionate about helping women challenge societal norms and expectations to find out what they really want, not what they think they should want.    Sami left group practice to start her own private practice in 2024 and has recently relocated from Florida to Seattle. Her greatest asset as a therapist is that she is authentically herself in sessions, with therapeutic doses of sass, sarcasm, humor, cursing, and all. She's part of PSYPACT and can practice virtually in 43 states and is currently accepting new clients. In her spare time, you can find her in nature, supporting the local art and theatre scene, with her partner, or with her rescue dog Lala.    In this episode we chat about:  Delete my fitness pal MY GOD Is how much you think about food healthy? "Clean eating" is a dirty phrase How do you determine your worth Permission to not keep striving Burnout in women and society Pregnancy and postpartum culture Oh following words not my actions Psychological flexibility Pp/pregnancy culture exercise Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Samantha Follow Samantha on IG Alliance for Eating Disorders  

Jess Wallace - adventure host, travel lover, online business manager, teacher turned entrepreneur and promoter of living a big, authentic + full life is back on the pod!  She specializes in helping female entrepreneurs thrive in their businesses.  Jess and Danielle host all women adventure trips to create a space for women to connect, see the world together, make lifelong friends, and unlock core memories.  We love getting women outside, connecting, adventuring, betting on themselves, taking up space, doing it scared, building confidence, living big + chasing magic. Join Jess and Danielle on this episode as they chat about:  Fingers into peoples mouth Amazon web services outage Yeeting fluoride off the mountain Why I'm getting a palate expander Vivid dreams?! Why everyone should have a sleep test What actually IS health? Wtf are palmetto bugs Weird poop stories Come to Patagonia with us!!! WE better see Fitz roy Carrie or Kerry??   Join the adventure party in Patagonia with Jess + Danielle Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Follow Jess on IG 

Allie brings over a decade of experience in the health and fitness industry, blending high-level coaching with a deeply personal, client-centered approach. Before founding Mainstay Performance, she worked across a wide range of fitness settings—including commercial gyms, collegiate facilities, and government recreation centers. Over the years, she's coached everyone from executives and athletes to stay-at-home parents and people returning to exercise after time away.   What unites her clients isn't just their goals, it's their drive to feel stronger, more confident, and more in control of their health. Allie is passionate about meeting people where they are, whether that means designing a plan for a busy professional balancing long hours, guiding someone new to strength training, or helping a former athlete rediscover their rhythm. Her mission is to make fitness sustainable, empowering, and aligned with the season of life you're in, so you can thrive both in and out of the gym.   In this episode we chat about:  Why your lack of programming sucks WTAF is progresive overload Why classes suck for your body comp goals Two things that indicate you're lifting heavy enough How to tell if you'r going hard enough or too hard in your workouts Tell tale signs of over training What ACTUALLY is exercise? Exercise as a stressor… y'all NEED to understand this A message for the 20 something influencers What I was doing worked… until perimenopause What NOT to do in your 30's and 40's WTF is exercise induced compartment syndrome Being healthy is boring Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Allie Follow Allie on IG

Dr. Melany Bates has walked many paths of healing, and each one has deepened her understanding of the body's innate intelligence. Chiropractic gives her the opportunity to weave together ancient wisdom and modern science — offering guidance, education, and powerful hands-on care to those seeking a more vital, connected life. Her approach blends: Deep listening and intuitive care Gentle, nervous-system-based chiropractic Coherent bodywork and breath awareness Emotional, physical, and structural integration She works with the neuromusculoskeletal system in a way that honors the whole person — mental, emotional, physical, and energetic. The awareness that chiropractic brings to humankind (and animals alike) is, to her, nothing short of sacred. Outside the office, you'll find Dr. Melany immersed in the practices that fuel her own vitality: Meditation, movement, the art of yoga, hiking in nature, and nourishing her entire being — mind, body, and soul. In this episode we chat about:  All about my pelvic floor journey Someone put in too much elastin when I was gestating Jello vs. crackers ??? Your stress load DOES dictate your structured programming— listen up Why you need to live in REALITY Signals your body is over stressed "I dont feel stress" is a major red flag Have you made "FINE" be "FINE"? Our favorite nervous system regulation tool Taking care of yourself as a skillset Emotional load/stress load of movement Signs/signals of what is too much demand Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Melany Follow Melany on IG  

Christa Biegler is an award-winning dietitian nutritionist, host of the Less Stressed Life podcast, and author of The Eczema Relief Diet & Cookbook.  She helps health-savvy women overcome eczema, food sensitivities and fatigue without unnecessary restriction, endless testing and supplements. She has a passion for subclinical thyroid issues, the nervous system & stealth biotoxins. She lives with her unicycling husband & kids in the Midwest.   In this episode we talk about:  Name pronunciation Biz related shit and failing fast Unnecessary food restriction Major patterns eczema The stress skin connection Unrealized stress of high performers Inflammatory buckets   Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Christa Follow Christa on IG   

Dr. Julia is the founder of Oris Wellness, a consulting company dedicated to empowering parents with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about their child's oral and airway health. Through one-on-one sessions, she provides objective guidance on treatment options and helps families connect with qualified airway-focused providers. Her mission is to bridge the gap between professional expertise and parental intuition. Originally trained in Biological and Airway Dentistry while practicing in Chicago, she now calls Portugal home. In this episode, we chat about:  Dyslexia Brain Love for the collab If you work with kids you NEED this ADHD and bedwetting caused by breathing issues? Sh*t your pediatrician probably doesn't know What you can do at home for kiddos (and you) Why your kid shouldn't suck their dumb (or use a pacifier) Clenching and grinding isn't from stress= Issues in adulthood from a sh*tty airway   Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Julias resources Mute dilator sample pack Follow Julia on IG   

Jess is back on the podcast! Jess Wallace is an adventure host, travel lover,  online business manager, teacher turned entrepreneur and promoter of living a big, authentic + full life.  Jess specializes in helping female entrepreneurs thrive in their businesses. She also hosts adventure trips to create a space for women to connect, see the world together, make lifelong friends, and unlock core memories.  Her mission is to help as many women as possible get outside, adventure more, bet on themselves, take up space, do it scared, build confidence, live big + chase magic.   In this episode we chat about:  Are you ready for it (not Taylors version) Lets talk about vaginas How my pelvic exam sent me over the edge Not blindly trusting the robots Stop over identifying with your diseases Should is a dirty word Why are we signing the alphabet Kindle funerals BRENDA!!!!! Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about traveling with Jess Follow Jess on IG

Carli Davis is a functional sports dietitian who helps active women fuel smarter, prevent burnout (aka REDs), and support hormone health—without fad diets or pseudoscience. A lifelong runner and former collegiate athlete, she's especially passionate about working with endurance athletes, but enjoys helping anyone who values their health and wants to feel their best. Carli began her career in clinical nutrition in 2017, specializing in nutrition support in the ICU and for those undergoing bone marrow transplants. In 2021, she transitioned to preventive health and launched her own private practice in 2024 after relocating to Austin. Her approach is deeply integrative and personalized—combining functional lab testing with root-cause exploration to go beyond the "everything looks normal" response when the body is clearly asking for more. She's on a mission to help women avoid the pitfalls of underfueling and return to a thriving state—where performance, hormone balance, and day-to-day energy align. Carli also values collaboration and often partners with other providers, such as physicians and therapists, to ensure her clients receive well-rounded support. You can connect with Carli or book a free discovery call at https://www.carlirunnutrition.com/ , or check out her popular Meal Planning Guide  at https://carli-run-nutrition.kit.com/products/meal-planning-made-easy. In this episode we chat about:  Toxicity of running to lose weight Dieting is crushing your performance goals What is RED-s and why you should know about it Why you need to strive to be fertile (even if you don't want a baby) Why carbs are so important Your toxic job is literally killing you Its okay to not train for a race Moving your body shouldn't be your ONLY coping mechanism Why intermittent fasting is trashing your performance   Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Carli on IG

Jess is back on the podcast! Jess Wallace is an adventure host, travel lover,  online business manager, teacher turned entrepreneur and promoter of living a big, authentic + full life.  Jess specializes in helping female entrepreneurs thrive in their businesses. She also hosts adventure trips to create a space for women to connect, see the world together, make lifelong friends, and unlock core memories.  Her mission is to help as many women as possible get outside, adventure more, bet on themselves, take up space, do it scared, build confidence, live big + chase magic. Tune in to this episode as we chat about:  Yeeting ourselves off mountains Does Denali actually exist? It's a big parrot My abs hurt from laughing (find out why) CANANADA Next level drenched Grizzlies, elk and baby sloths Peggy and abracadabra glacier "TEAM" is a dirty word Why would I go to Ireland I wont see anything Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about traveling with Jess Follow Jess on IG  

Kaitlyn Franken is a Board Certified Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Nutrition Specialist with a Master's in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine and a Bachelor's in Health Education and Behavior. What truly sets her apart is her personal experience. She understands how frustrating it is to feel like something is wrong in your body and not have the answers. Kaitlyn was able to navigate and solve her own health issues after seeing doctor after doctor and was repeatedly dismissed being told that everything looked "normal." That's when she discovered functional lab testing and finally found the answers she had been seeking. She was dealing with undiagnosed SIBO, hypothyroidism, gallbladder dysfunction, hyperandrogenism, mold toxicity, and more. With the right data, she was able to piece together a plan and, slowly but surely, reclaim her health and her life. Today, Kaitlyn uses that same data-driven and compassionate approach to support her clients. Whether they're navigating gut issues, hormone imbalances, mood or behavior concerns in their children, or simply trying to feel like themselves again, Kaitlyn is committed to helping uncover the root causes and build a clear, personalized path toward healing.  In this episode we chat about: Mercury still be in the microwave Kids and functional medicine Wild results in kids with autism H pylori and autism??!! What! Behavioral issues are AIRWAY issues Get your kids an airway assessment ASAP Kids and screen time. Chaos in dysregulation in parents goes to your kids Kids and cellphones Kids and sugar intake— don't shoot the messengers 1 in 3 adolescents now have prediabetes Toxin load and what its doing to your kids Your kid is more stressed than you think The boomers really did have it easier than millennials   Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Kaitlyn Follow Kaitlyn on IG   

 Laura Grubb is a functional health practitioner who helps women heal their gut, balance their hormones, and finally get to the root of stubborn symptoms like bloating, fatigue, acne, and irregular periods.  After working as a nurse practitioner, Laura turned to functional medicine to make a bigger impact and truly help others achieve health.  Laura specializes in helping women who have been dismissed, told "everything is normal", or prefer to heal holistically from a root cause. In Laura's practice, she utilizes functional lab tests to identify imbalances and create custom plans for her clients to heal as well as lifestyle modifications. In this episode we chat about:  Get mercury out of the microwave The sprinkle dinkle before GTFO bitch slaps Things we can't unsee The healthy amount of alcohol: ZERO The dial in of perimenopause (we didn't make the rules) More sprinkle dinkles that got us out of conventional medicine How inauthentic environments are bad for your health Why you need to go for a walk and touch grass. Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Laura Follow Laura on IG  

Lindsay Farmer, RD is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in maternal wellness from preconception through postpartum. With a passion for helping women nourish their bodies, she offers a holistic, evidence-based approach that goes beyond the basics. As a mom herself, Lindsay understands firsthand the physical, emotional, and spiritual demands that come with each stage of the fertility and motherhood journey. Whether you're trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, or rebuilding in postpartum, her mission is to support you with practical nutrition guidance, hormone-friendly strategies, and encouragement that respects your values and your body's wisdom. Lindsay works with women through personalized 1:1 support and self-paced courses that meet them exactly where they are, offering flexibility, clarity, and expert guidance in every season of motherhood. She believes deeply in the power of aligned living—whole foods, low-tox habits, and a "fertility-focused" lifestyle that supports your health long before and long after baby. Her care is rooted in compassion and curiosity, and she's here to remind women that their wellness is worthy of time, intention, and joy.   In this episode we chat about: Why you should be obsessed with preparing your body for pregnancy How IUDs + b birth control totally cut women off from their body's Depletion postpartum Return to exercise postpartum Women and autoimmune disease Eating breakfast is kind of magic Andrew Huberman sagas Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Lindsay Follow Linday on IG   

Emily Perrin is a former DI athlete where she played soccer at UVA. She is also a former DI soccer coach where she coached at UPenn. Emily has her master in Clinical Social Work and is a social worker/licensed mental health therapist who specializes in trauma.    She is also the Founder/CEO of Perrin Wellness Performance and the Co Founder/Co CEO of The Unbroken Athlete : https://www.theunbrokenathlete.com and is the director of Medical Advisory Council, Morgans Message : https://www.morgansmessage.org   In this episode we chat about:  Mental performance coaching What helped her the most as an athlete How we build resiliency Maladaptive vs protective behaviors The dysregulated + depleted epidemic You can't shame people into success What shame and fear do to the nervous system Some people need to sit down The system isn't set up to support women's nervous systems It's not discipline its a disorder The process of unlearning The number one factor in receiving from trauma Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Emily Check out her 90 Day Nervous System Resiliency Program

Janie is a certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) with a passion for getting to the root of health issues.  With over ten years in primary care, she has seen firsthand how the healthcare system often fell short when it came to prevention and long-term wellness. To better serve her patients, Janie earned certifications in nutrition (Precision Nutrition Level 1) and strength coaching for those with special health considerations (Certified Special Populations Specialist).  This better equips her to address the need to educate people on sustainable, lifestyle-driven health solutions that are greatly lacking in conventional medicine.   She strives to empower people with practical strategies and sustainable habits that support long-term physical and mental well-being. She believes that when people understand and own their health, they unlock a better way of living that makes them stronger, healthier, and more resilient. What we talk about in this episode: GLPs now FIRST LINE(?!) for weight loss??! Pills for every ill What the fuck are we doing We were freaks in PA school Pull-ups for prescription pads The presidential tests Who's funding the studies (and medical schools) Two things that will move the needle for your health How much do pharmacy reps make Why aren't strength coaches and dietitians doing lunch and learns? Diabetes med reps and Italian food What about CGMs? How I left my full-time job Getting kicked off the ticky tockies Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Janie + Achieve The Lifestyle Follow Janie on IG  Follow Achieve The Lifestyle

Achieve The Lifestyle started when a fitness pro and a healthcare provider teamed up, spotting a shared need among clients and patients: tackling health issues at the root with smarter lifestyle choices. We take a fun, holistic approach to wellness, blending medical know-how with real-life solutions for lasting health. Dan's journey from veteran to fitness professional gives Achieve The Lifestyle its edge. Fluent in Spanish and experienced in training people of all ages, he brings a disciplined yet approachable style to fitness and wellness coaching. Dan specializes in general fitness, sports-specific training, and performance enhancement, tailoring his programs to each client's unique needs and goals. His ability to connect with diverse individuals, combined with his background in resilience and adaptability from his time in the military, makes him a trusted guide for anyone seeking to transform their health and lifestyle. Janie brings a unique blend of medical expertise and lifestyle-focused health coaching to Achieve The Lifestyle. As a primary care medical professional, she saw the gaps in conventional medicine and decided to bridge them by earning certifications in nutrition and strength coaching. Her passion lies in addressing root causes, empowering clients to take charge of their health with practical, sustainable strategies. Whether guiding someone through chronic disease management or improving overall wellness, Janie's approach combines science, empathy, and a long-term vision for better living.   What we talk about in this episode: Cholesterol meds and why they are BS 70% of ppl with cardiac events have NORMAL cholesterol levels Why more drugs for heart disease but rates keep rising Why you need to be asking for a fasting insulin level Why we have eye balls The spectrum of health (on both ends) Girl sit down We want our buttholes in place If we were Bobby Kennedy Reforming medical education How does a 180k salary equate to 220m net worth You cannot advertise Whole Foods How dehydration makes you fat (seriously) Tin foil hat time Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Achieve The Lifestyle Follow Achieve The Lifestyle on IG   

Jess is back on the podcast! Tune in to this episode as we chat about:  Pointer finger suckers My myofunctional journey Go follow @oris.wellness Are you going to the grocery store for car batteries Were fixing your 3pm crash yall Whats your metabolism doing? Saturn— the planet or car? Back meat chaffing Join the Metabolic Masterclass here Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Follow Jess on IG   

In this episode we talk about:  Pavlov's dogs Newbie gains Fathom as a participant Math is not our forte Full send has a new definition Kenyan mitochondria?? 50k as a first race… WUT? Underfeeding robs you from your life Why do we have to break bones to pay attention? PMS is not normal (PS buy my guide bitches) Genetic components to HA You can watch Netflix on 2000 calories. Thats it. Why you should care about your cycle health Needing iron infusions isn't normal (or always the answer) Is the data giving you anxiety?! Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Kelsey Follow Kelsey on IG   

Phoebe Lyman is an abdominal manual therapist, preconception coach, and founder of Casc Tonics, a wellness brand focused on reviving digestive bitters. Based in Los Angeles, she specializes in Mercier Therapy and Visceral Manipulation—two hands-on modalities for healing what she calls the "gut-fertility continuum." Phoebe's work emphasizes rewilding over biohacking, body sovereignty over outsourcing, and conscious conception for societal and personal healing. Her podcast, Conscious Conception, challenges mainstream fertility narratives and centers body literacy, ancestral health, and radical self-trust.   In this episode we chat about:  The gut fertility continuum IVF and "unexplained" infertility WTF is abdominal visceral massage How to find someone who knows what they are doing Men your health impacts your unborn kiddo Self abandonment postpartum Why does AVM work? Who needs AVM? Vitamin D and perimenopause are not fads yo Are we gaslighting ourselves?? WTF. If you're interested in digestive bitters, check out Daily Bitter + save 10% with code EMPOWERED!  Learn more about working with me  Shop my masterclasses (learn more in 60-90 minutes than years of dr appointments) Follow me on IG Follow Empowered Mind + Body on IG  Learn more about working with Phoebe Follow Phoebe on IG  Conscious Conception Podcast