Small Changes Big Shifts

  Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza sit down with Mindy Corporon and Kelly Murphy from SevenDays to explore how kindness can change lives and communities. Mindy shares the heartbreaking story that sparked the creation of SevenDays and how it has grown into a global movement impacting schools, workplaces, and families. Together, they discuss the ripple effect of even the smallest kind acts and announce an exciting collaboration between Small Changes, Big Shifts and SevenDays to expand the annual Kindness Campaign—uniting their missions to inspire more people, across generations, to live with compassion.    Key Takeaways:   Kindness has the power to heal and create hope, even after tragedy.  Small acts of kindness can create ripples that reach far beyond what we see.  Collaborating with others makes kindness movements stronger and more impactful.  True kindness includes caring for yourself as well as others.  Inspiring young people to lead with kindness helps build a brighter future.  Join us for the Kindness Campaign and help create a ripple of compassion in your community! Sign up today at SmallChangesBigShifts.com/Kindness to receive daily acts of kindness and inspiration.   We're also inviting sponsorship partners to help us expand this movement and touch even more lives. If your organization would like to be part of spreading kindness across communities, explore the opportunities here: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/download/9926/?tmstv=1757105005     About Mindy Corporon:  As an entrepreneur, thought leader and now author, Mindy's professional career spans from office assistant to the former CEO of a successful wealth management firm. Once a single mother dealing with divorce, Mindy has also experienced a life-threatening illness.  Reaching the pinnacle of her professional career, Mindy was in the middle of raising her talented boys when tragedy struck. Mindy's father and oldest son were murdered by a white supremacist intent on killing Jews. In a split second, Mindy's life purpose changed from guiding people financially to helping people find space to learn about their differences and discover commonalities. With compassion and forgiveness Mindy shares her experience of loss as a daughter and a mother, a wife and co-worker both nationally and internationally. She encourages and motivates audiences to overcome life's challenges, one day at a time.    About Kelly Murphy:  Executive Director of SevenDays, an organization dedicated to creating ripples of kindness through knowledge, education, and dialogue.  Kelly brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in Human Resources, where she championed wellbeing initiatives that supported physical, mental, and social health. She has also been a dedicated community leader, serving on boards like the Women's Employment Network and Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey, and helping launch programs that promote workplace wellness across Kansas City.  Recognized as a Woman of Achievement and a graduate of the Kansas City Tomorrow Program, Kelly continues to inspire through her passion for mentorship, community, and kindness.    Connect with Mindy and Kelly: https://sevendays.org/   https://www.instagram.com/givesevendays/  https://www.facebook.com/givesevendays     Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco    Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Community is more than connection—it's belonging, collaboration, and shared purpose. This episode brings together longtime community builders to explore how authentic relationships can transform both personal well-being and professional growth. Through honest reflections, they share what happens when curiosity replaces competition, when giving comes before getting, and when people feel truly seen in their work and passions. The conversation highlights the power of trusted referrals, collaborative support, and spaces where wellness practitioners and community members grow together. A reminder that when people come together with aligned values, meaningful impact follows—far beyond business.  Key Takeaways:   Authentic community thrives when curiosity and connection replace competition.  True collaboration is built on trust, generosity, and long-term relationships.  Feeling seen and understood creates stronger personal and professional alignment.  Wellness extends beyond services—it's shaped by environments, energy, and support systems.  When people lead as go-givers, collective growth naturally follows.  Resource Mentioned:   Join us on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 for the Semi-Annual Better Together Gathering—an evening to connect, be inspired, and learn how to turn stress into strength while leading with heart.  https://wellnessnetwork.smallchangesbigshifts.com/consortium-calendar/Details/semi-annual-better-together-1524868?sourceTypeId=Hub   Register for 3 Days of Live NSR™ Training — Harness Neuroscience to Lead with Strength and Clarity.  https://www.global-warrior.org/nsr-live-registration/   Wellness Consortium Meeting : https://wellnessnetwork.smallchangesbigshifts.com/consortium-calendar?  WC Guest Code: WCGUEST2026    Connect with Jen DuBois at:  https://jendubois.com/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-dubois-3b2814131/   https://www.instagram.com/jenduboiscoaching/  https://www.facebook.com/groups/186654628796903/user/758352845  Connect with Joanie Nicholas at:  https://allthingsorganizedkc.com/  https://www.facebook.com/joanie.nicholas.9/   https://www.instagram.com/allthingsorganizedkc/  Connect with Robyn Stevens at:  https://www.robynstevensfengshui.com/  https://www.facebook.com/robynstevensfengshui/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynstevens/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiyRLiogBFi2VGEag3zc0Ew  Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco    Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

In this episode, Bayleigh Soza and Dr. Michelle Robin welcome back Jill Tupper. Jill shares her rare blend of courage, science, and purpose, from leading nervous system training in active war zones to guiding endurance athletes and global leaders. She explains how integration, community, and nervous system resets can help transform stress into strength and empower listeners to live boldly on purpose.  Key Takeaways:   Lasting change comes from applying and integrating what you learn, not just knowing it.  Training the nervous system to enter a calm state transforms stress into strength.  Learning and healing in groups accelerates personal transformation.  Consistent practice and reinforcement rewires the body, mind, and nervous system.  Small, intentional changes can dramatically improve overall wellbeing.  Resource Mentioned:   Join us on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 for the Semi-Annual Better Together Gathering—an evening to connect, be inspired, and learn how to turn stress into strength while leading with heart.  https://wellnessnetwork.smallchangesbigshifts.com/consortium-calendar/Details/semi-annual-better-together-1524868?sourceTypeId=Hub   Register for 3 Days of Live NSR™ Training — Harness Neuroscience to Lead with Strength and Clarity.  https://www.global-warrior.org/nsr-live-registration/   About Jill Tupper:  Jill draws upon her 6+ months and 7 missions into the war zones of Ukraine, training leaders in the midst of bombings, air raids sirens and blackouts to calm in crisis through her own NSR™ Nervous System Reset. Her thirst for adventure has led her from summiting Kilimanjaro, to marathons, triathlons, rock-climbing and traveling the world challenging others and herself to take inspired action.    Her global experiences in working with Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, Ethiopia and beyond, backed by breakthroughs in neuroscience, proves the revolutionary power of purpose. With her M.A. in Leadership, B.S. in Occupational Therapy and former instructor at the Rady School of Management, UCSD, Jill  merges neuroscience & leadership—transforming stress into strength. Her high-energy keynotes inspire audiences around the globe to boldly live on purpose.  Connect with Jill Tupper at:  https://www.global-warrior.org  https://www.instagram.com/jilltupper/   https://www.facebook.com/adventurejill  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jilltupper/    Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

Tess Masters returns to Small Changes, Big Shifts for a powerful, heart-centered conversation on redefining health, nourishment, and self-trust as we step into a new year. As the creator of Skinny 60, Tess shares why sustainable wellness isn't about restriction or perfection, but about personalization, grace, and learning how to work with your body instead of against it. Together, the discussion explores strategic eating through different life phases, the gut as the foundation of whole-person health, and the emotional patterns tied to food choices. With an emphasis on community, compassion, and the "good, better, or best" mindset, this episode reminds listeners that health is a puzzle—not a problem—and that small, intentional choices can unlock confidence, vitality, and lasting change at any age.  Key Takeaways:   Sustainable wellness comes from personalization and strategy, not restrictive or one-size-fits-all approaches.  Gut health is foundational, influencing metabolism, hormones, mood, energy, and overall well-being.  Progress is built through grace and flexibility, choosing good, better, or best instead of perfection.  Food can become a powerful tool for self-awareness, helping reveal emotional patterns and habits.  Community, compassion, and shared stories create accountability, healing, and long-term success.  About Tess Masters:  Tess Masters is an actor, presenter, coach, podcaster, and author of The Blender Girl, The Blender Girl Smoothies, and The Perfect Blend published by Penguin Random House. You can find hundreds of easy recipes at theblendergirl.com.   Through the Skinny60® health programs, Tess and her team of dietitians have helped thousands of people get healthy using science-based food and lifestyle strategies and personalized nutrition solutions.   Tess and her health tips and recipes have been featured in the L.A. Times, Washington Post, InStyle, Prevention, Shape, Glamour, Clean Eating, Yoga Journal, the Today show, Home & Family, and other media outlets.   As a spokesperson, presenter, and recipe developer, Tess has collaborated with brands including KitchenAid, Vitamix, Williams-Sonoma, Four Seasons, Whole Foods Market, Sprouts Farmers Market, and many others.   On her podcast, It Has To Be Me, she interviews trailblazers about how they act on the things they're dreaming about.  Connect with Tess Masters at:  https://www.skinny60.com/60-day-reset/    https://ithastobeme.com/    https://www.theblendergirl.com/   https://www.amazon.com/Blender-Girl-Super-Healthy-Drinks-100-Gluten-Free/dp/1607746433/    https://www.amazon.com/Blender-Girl-Smoothies-Gluten-Free-Paleo-Friendly/dp/1607748932/    https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Blend-Blender-Energize-Revitalize/dp/160774645X/    https://www.facebook.com/theblendergirl/    https://www.instagram.com/theblendergirl/    https://www.youtube.com/user/theblendergirl    https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessmasters/   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

As the year winds down, this thoughtful conversation with Sara Kline offers an honest reflection on growth, resilience, and whole-person wellness. Through personal insights and lived experiences, the episode explores how health shifts, mindset changes, and supportive routines shape long-term well-being. It emphasizes the importance of slowing down, listening to your body, and choosing sustainable habits over quick fixes. Grounded in clarity and compassion, this discussion encourages closing the year with intention and stepping forward feeling aligned, supported, and empowered.  Key Takeaways:   Reflection creates clarity, helping you recognize growth that often goes unnoticed.  Sustainable wellness is built through small, consistent choices rather than drastic change.  Emotional health and stress management are foundational to physical well-being.  Supportive relationships and community strengthen resilience and accountability.  Letting go of old patterns opens space for healthier habits and renewed purpose.  About Sara Kline:  Sara Kline is the owner of Integro Communications, a strategic communications firm that helps organizations tell their story in an authentic way. A connector at heart, Sara is always looking to connect people to one another in meaningful ways and loves to do around food and community. She is a passionate health enthusiast and has spent the last 2 years diving into her own wellness journey, especially around nutrition and preventative care. Working through some health challenges brought on by early onset arthritis, Sara leaned into pain management through diet, exercise and energy work. When she isn't working or cooking, she is reading or spending time outdoors. Her greatest accomplishment is her three daughters, and she cherishes the time she gets to spend with her family.     Connect with Sara Kline at:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-kline-bb2299103/   Skinny60.com/drrobin   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

In this reflective year-end episode of Small Changes, Big Shifts, Dr. Michelle Robin and her co-host, Bayleigh Soza, share an openhearted conversation about stepping into 2026 with clarity, intention, and trust. Together, they explore personal growth, whole-person wellness, and how the Four Quadrants can guide small changes that lead to meaningful transformation. From reconnecting with joy and play, to deepening spiritual practices, to aligning daily habits with purpose, the hosts offer honest insights on what it means to evolve, surrender, and create a life grounded in authenticity.  Key Takeaways:   Reflecting on the past year helps uncover lessons, clarify priorities, and guide intentional choices for the year ahead.  Understanding your authentic self allows you to align actions with your life mission and higher purpose.  Intentionality in relationships, wellness, and daily habits creates space for joy, connection, and meaningful growth.  Small changes, like prioritizing self-care, gratitude, or playful activities, can lead to significant shifts over time.  Each wellness quadrant—physical, chemical, energetical, psychological/spiritual—offers tools to live with balance, energy, and purpose.  Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

As 2025 comes to a close, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh reflect on a year of unexpected growth, personal challenges, and powerful lessons. From navigating health surprises to learning the difference between rest and true recharging, they explore how reflection and mindful self-care can transform stress into clarity. Discover which wellness quadrants shaped their year, the practices that fueled their resilience, and how to enter 2026 with intention, energy, and purpose. A heartfelt, insightful conversation that reminds us: every challenge holds a lesson, and every moment is an opportunity to grow.  Key Takeaways:   Growth often comes from unexpected moments that challenge you to shift your perspective.  Slowdowns can become powerful reminders to protect your time, energy, and well-being.  Each wellness quadrant offers a unique lesson, often revealing insights you didn't know you needed.  Resting and recharging are different, and knowing the difference helps you care for yourself more intentionally.  Self-care requires commitment, boundaries, and choosing what truly supports your mind, body, and spirit.  Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.   

Parents navigating children's health in today's fast-paced world will find practical guidance and balanced insights in this episode. Dr. Joel Warsh, a board-certified pediatrician specializing in integrative medicine, shares strategies for making informed choices about vaccines, boosting immunity, and supporting overall wellness. From reducing toxins and improving nutrition to fostering emotional and mental health, this conversation provides actionable tips that empower families without overwhelm. Listeners will gain clarity, confidence, and tools to raise resilient, healthy children.  Key Takeaways:   Holistic pediatric care begins with balancing traditional medicine and integrative wellness.  Informed parenting is empowered through understanding, asking questions, and seeking clarity.  Prevention and mindful lifestyle choices lay the foundation for lifelong health in children.  Small, intentional changes at home—like nutrition, sleep, and toxin reduction—create lasting impact.  Open conversations and personalized care help families navigate complex health decisions with confidence.  About Dr, Joel "Gator" Warsh:  Joel Warsh aka Dr. Joel Gator of the popular parenting Instagram account and substack is a Board-Certified Pediatrician in Los Angeles, California who specializes in Parenting, Wellness and Integrative Medicine. He is the author of multiple books including his latest, Between a Shot and a Hard Place: Tackling Difficult Vaccine Questions with Balance, Data, and Clarity, He grew up in Toronto, Canada and completed a Master's Degree in Epidemiology before earning his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College. He completed his Pediatric Medicine training at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles and then worked in private practice in Beverly Hills before founding his current practice, Integrative Pediatrics. Dr. Gator has published research in peer-reviewed journals on topics including childhood injuries, obesity and physical activity. He has been featured in numerous documentaries, films, summits, podcasts and articles.  Connect with Dr. Joel Warsh at:  https://www.instagram.com/drjoelgator/  https://raisingamazingplus.com/inner-circle/  https://raisingamazingplus.com/   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

Healing begins when we embrace our courage, our purpose, and the challenges that shape us. Jenn Drummond shares how surviving a near-fatal car crash led her to stop checking boxes and start living with intention. From summiting Mt. Everest to becoming the first woman in history to climb the second-highest peak on each of the seven continents, earning a Guinness World Record, she reveals how resilience, focus, and small daily actions can turn seemingly impossible goals into reality. Through her stories of mountaineering, leadership, and motherhood, Jenn inspires to confront their own mountains, cultivate strength from within, and rise into a life of meaning and impact.  Key Takeaways:   True growth begins when we embrace courage, purpose, and the unknown.  Resilience is built through intentional daily actions that align with our goals.  The right environment and support system are essential for achieving ambitious dreams.  Accountability and love can transform challenges into opportunities for growth.  Small mindset shifts, like gratitude and micro-moments of focus, compound into extraordinary results.  About Jenn Drummond:  Jenn Drummond is a world record-setting mountaineer, exited founder, and single mother of seven. After surviving a near-fatal car crash in 2018, she made a life-changing decision: to stop checking boxes and start living with purpose. That decision led her to summit Mt. Everest—and ultimately become the first woman in history to climb the second-highest peak on each of the seven continents, earning a Guinness World Record. Today, Jenn is a sought-after speaker, bestselling author of "BreakProof", and high-performance coach to elite leaders and teams. Through her podcast "Seek Your Summit,"transformational keynotes, and resilience-based leadership training, she helps others conquer the mental mountains holding them back and turn success into significance. With the rare combination of business acumen and extreme adventure, Jenn blends boardroom strategy with mountaintop perspective—empowering others to lead with courage, perform under pressure, and achieve what once felt impossible.  Connect with Jenn Drummond at:  https://jenndrummond.com/  https://www.instagram.com/thejenndrummond/    https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenn-drummond/   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

Dr. Michelle Robin and co-host Bayleigh Soza share a deep, heartfelt conversation about Bayleigh's experience with the Hoffman Process and the transformational lessons that followed. Spending a week completely offline, Bayleigh embraced self-reflection, released expectations, and allowed herself to fully connect with her emotions and the people around her. They discuss the power of unplugging from distractions, setting boundaries, and being present in relationships, as well as practical ways to navigate emotions and interpersonal dynamics during the holiday season. This episode highlights the importance of intentional growth, self-awareness, and creating space for meaningful connection in our daily lives.  Key Takeaways:   True transformation starts when we surrender expectations and remain open to the process.  Disconnecting from digital distractions creates space for self-reflection, deeper relationships, and personal growth.  Emotional awareness is as important as intellectual understanding—both must be acknowledged to navigate life effectively.  Growth often changes relationships; holding space for yourself and others allows mutual evolution without judgment.  Intentional boundaries and presence enhance connection, self-love, and resilience during challenging seasons.  Hoffman Essentials:  https://www.hoffmaninstitute.org/2-day-hoffman-essentials/   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

As the 2025 Kindness Campaign comes to a close, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza reflect on a month filled with heartwarming stories and meaningful moments that prove how small acts can create powerful ripples of change. From classrooms embracing daily kindness challenges to communities uniting across the US, they celebrate the impact of connection, compassion, and generosity. Together, they honor the partners, sponsors, and kindness influencers who helped make this year's campaign a success, reminding listeners that kindness isn't just a movement, it's a way of life.  Key Takeaways:   Small acts of kindness can spark powerful connections and change lives.  Our "medicine" comes from knowing what brings us peace and sharing it with others.  Giving kindness nourishes both the giver and the receiver.  Community grows stronger when we act with compassion and intention.  The ripple of kindness continues long after a single act, inspiring hope everywhere.  Nonprofits that run kindness campaigns include God's Secret Service Agent, Ben's Belle, One Kindness Challenge, SevenDays, Random Acts of Kindness.  Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

At just 11 years old, Benjamin Gardner is proving that kindness, creativity, and purpose can spark powerful change. Alongside his dad, Kyle, Benjamin shares how his love for pickleball led to the creation of Stinger Prints—a small business with a big heart. What started as a 3D-printed bag tag has grown into a ripple of generosity supporting the Kansas City Stingers Youth Foundation. Through entrepreneurship, giving, and community, Benjamin reminds us that no one is too young to make a difference and that the best businesses are built with heart.  Key Takeaways:   Kindness and creativity can turn a simple idea into something with lasting community impact.  Giving back creates joy—not just for others, but for yourself.  You're never too young to lead with purpose and make a difference.  Parents play a key role in nurturing curiosity, confidence, and compassion.  The most meaningful success comes from doing what you love and sharing it with others.  About Benjamin Gardner:  Benjamin Gardner is a 5th grader at Brookwood Elementary School. He prefers to go by Benjamin — though some people call him Ben — as he's currently making the switch. He has three sisters and no brothers, and they're all very nice to him.  Benjamin participates in several activities, including choir, volleyball, and band. He's also known for his strong tech skills — his classmates often call him "the techy dude," a nickname he proudly embraces.  He is the owner of a small business called Stinger Prints, inspired by the Kansas City Stingers, the National Pickleball League team of Kansas City. Benjamin's dad plays on the team, which helped spark the connection. Through Stinger Prints, Benjamin 3D-prints pickleball-themed bag tags, such as miniature pickleballs or paddles personalized with names. He sells his creations at SW19 at the stadium during "Stinger Week" and is currently working on launching a website.  Benjamin's business also gives back — 10% of the proceeds made during Stinger Week are donated to the Kansas City Stingers Youth Foundation. In addition, he assists his dad with youth foundation clinics. Occasionally, his sisters help out at his stand when they're looking for something to do.  Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

True healing begins when we reconnect with ourselves, with others, and with deeper wisdom within. Dr. Karyn Shanks shares how her four-decade journey as a physician led her to reimagine medicine through compassion, connection, and personal agency. From her own experience navigating chronic illness to helping others reclaim their energy and wholeness, she reveals why the best medicine starts from within. Through her grounded insights and gentle guidance, Dr. Shanks reminds us that healing is not about fixing what's broken, it's about remembering that we were never broken in the first place.  Key Takeaways:   Healing starts when we feel safe, seen, and supported.  The best medicine combines science, compassion, and human connection.  Our bodies are designed to heal when we give them the right environment and care.  Personal transformation begins with small, intentional choices each day.  Hope and healing live within all of us—we just have to remember how to access them.  Join us for the Kindness Campaign and help create a ripple of compassion in your community! Sign up today at SmallChangesBigShifts.com/Kindness to receive daily acts of kindness and inspiration.   About Dr. Karyn Shanks:  Karyn Shanks MD is a physician, author, and teacher who helps clients recover their lives from chronic complex Illness—a journey she's walked herself. Her work integrates the sciences of directable human potential—epigenetics, neuroplasticity, systems-based functional medicine, and transformational psychology—with the lived wisdom that safety, compassion, and story are the true foundations of healing. Over four decades, she's learned one enduring truth: everyone can heal, and the best medicine comes from within. She is the author of Heal—A Nine-Stage Roadmap to Recover Energy and The Wisdom of COVID-19—How to Rejuvenate, Reclaim Hope, and Heal in the New Post-Pandemic World.  Connect with Dr. Karyn Shanks at: https://www.karynshanksmd.com/  https://www.facebook.com/KarynShanksMD/    https://www.instagram.com/karynshanksmd/     https://www.linkedin.com/in/karyn-shanks-md-9ba2a520/   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Healing often begins with awareness—the quiet moment you choose to look within and face what's beneath the surface. In this conversation, Carron Montgomery, author, counselor, and trauma specialist, shares how her work through The Invisible Riptide and upcoming graphic novel The Real Truth About Lena helps others navigate anxiety, grief, and emotional growth with compassion. Drawing from her experience as a mother, therapist, and advocate for mental health, Carron reminds us that true healing isn't about avoiding the waves but learning to move through them with grace, empathy, and community.  Key Takeaways:   Awareness is the starting point for healing—it allows us to name what we feel and begin to release it.  Children and adults alike need tools to understand their emotions, not hide from them.  Empathy and compassion can transform pain into connection and restore our sense of belonging.  Community and open conversations about mental health help break the stigma and foster hope.  Healing becomes powerful when we use our experiences to guide and uplift others.  Join us for the Kindness Campaign and help create a ripple of compassion in your community! Sign up today at SmallChangesBigShifts.com/Kindness to receive daily acts of kindness and inspiration.    We're also inviting sponsorship partners to help us expand this movement and touch even more lives. If your organization would like to be part of spreading kindness across communities, explore the opportunities here: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/download/9926/?tmstv=1757105005    About Carron Montgomery:  An author, ADHD specialist, Licensed professional counselor, Life Coach, certified in the Safe & Sound Protocol, and Level II-trained EMDR trauma specialist. Carron is a proud mother of three who values the power of family and community. Over a decade ago, she founded a private practice dedicated to helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, and loss.   Her passion for mental health shines through her award-winning book, The Invisible Riptide, and her upcoming graphic novel The Real Truth About Lena on social media and technology for young readers, set to be released in 2025. Carron recently joined the Just Like You Films board, furthering her mission to spread hope and kindness.  Connect with Carron Montgomery at:  https://www.theinvisibleriptide.com/  https://www.satiamapublishing.com   https://www.linkedin.com/in/carron-montgomery-78815453/  https://www.instagram.com/carronmontgomeryofficial/  Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

After the tragic loss of her daughter Erin to gun violence, Marcy Langhofer transformed heartbreak into hope by founding Do Good for Erin, a nonprofit devoted to ending violence and supporting those it affects. What began as a simple clothing drive in Erin's memory has grown into a powerful movement that's donated over $650,000 to local agencies and awarded scholarships to future social workers. Through courage, compassion, and community, Marcy shows that even in our darkest moments, love can rise, kindness can heal, and purpose can be reborn.  Key Takeaways:   Kindness has the power to turn pain into purpose and loss into legacy.  Healing begins when we choose to reach outward with compassion, even in grief.  Community connection strengthens resilience and reminds us we are never alone.  Every small act of giving can restore hope and dignity to someone's life.  True impact happens when we live with empathy, intention, and heart.  Join us for the Kindness Campaign and help create a ripple of compassion in your community! Sign up today at SmallChangesBigShifts.com/Kindness to receive daily acts of kindness and inspiration.   We're also inviting sponsorship partners to help us expand this movement and touch even more lives. If your organization would like to be part of spreading kindness across communities, explore the opportunities here: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/download/9926/?tmstv=1757105005     About Marcy Langhofer:  Marcy Langhofer is a Founder and President of Do Good for Erin, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization launched in 2019 after the tragic death of her daughter, Erin, from a random act of gun violence. Based in Overland Park, Kansas, Do Good for Erin started as a humble "Comfy Clothing" drive collecting Erin's favorite attire for the women and children she served as a domestic violence therapist at Rose Brooks Center, but has since expanded into a charitable powerhouse. In its six years, Do Good for Erin has provided $650,000 to agencies that support its mission "Passion for Ending Violence, Compassion for those it Affects." In addition, the organization has awarded $30,000 in scholarships at the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.   Prior to her work at Do Good for Erin, Marcy was Associate Financial Representative for Timothy Moyer at Northwestern Mutual for 17 years and Director of Human Resources for Smith, Gill, Fisher and Butts. In 2024 she was awarded Northwestern Mutual's national Community Service Award. She received degrees in Personnel Management and Communications at The University of Kansas.   Marcy has been married to Tom Langhofer for 39 years and is a loving mom to her daughter and son-in-law, Kathryn and Adam Rowe, and an adoring Grammie to Jennings and Jack.    Connect with Marcy Langhofer at:  https://dogoodforerin.com/      https://www.facebook.com/DoGoodForErin/     https://www.instagram.com/dogoodforerin/?hl=en       Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

Before the breakthrough comes the pause, the moment when you choose to look within and prepare your heart for what's next.   In this intimate conversation, Bayleigh Soza sits down with Dr. Michelle Robin to share her reflections before beginning The Hoffman Process- a transformative journey of healing and self-discovery. At just 26, Bayleigh opens up about the courage it takes to face generational patterns, practice self-awareness, and extend grace to herself and others.   Through the lens of motherhood, leadership, and inner growth, she reflects on what it means to live with intention and to prepare for change not by fixing yourself, but by meeting yourself with compassion. This episode reminds us that transformation doesn't start with the doing, it starts with the being.    Key Takeaways:   The "before" of healing is sacred—it's where awareness begins to take root.  Self-compassion opens the door to deeper connection with others.  Breaking patterns is an act of love—for yourself, your family, and future generations.  True leadership is born from grace, vulnerability, and authenticity.  Growth begins with small, intentional choices to pause, reflect, and begin again.  Join us for the Kindness Campaign and help create a ripple of compassion in your community! Sign up today at SmallChangesBigShifts.com/Kindness to receive daily acts of kindness and inspiration.   We're also inviting sponsorship partners to help us expand this movement and touch even more lives. If your organization would like to be part of spreading kindness across communities, explore the opportunities here: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/download/9926/?tmstv=1757105005     Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco    Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

Real leadership begins when we stop striving to prove our worth and start remembering who we are. Jerry Colonna blends wisdom, vulnerability, and experience in a heartfelt conversation that reimagines what it means to lead with purpose. From the fast-paced world of venture capital to guiding others through Reboot, Jerry reveals how self-awareness, courage, and belonging can transform not only our work—but our lives. With honesty and compassion, he reminds us that true growth starts within.    Key Takeaways:   Kindness begins with doing your own inner work so you don't pass on pain to others.  You don't have to be harsh or unkind to be successful—true leadership is rooted in compassion.  Healing yourself is a moral responsibility that helps break cycles of hurt and separation.  Community and belonging are essential—our shared humanity depends on empathy and love.  The greatest legacy we can leave is to become the ancestors our descendants deserve.  Join us for the Kindness Campaign and help create a ripple of compassion in your community! Sign up today at SmallChangesBigShifts.com/Kindness to receive daily acts of kindness and inspiration.   We're also inviting sponsorship partners to help us expand this movement and touch even more lives. If your organization would like to be part of spreading kindness across communities, explore the opportunities here: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/download/9926/?tmstv=1757105005   About Jerry Colonna:  Jerry Colonna is a leading executive coach who uses the skills he learned as a venture capitalist to help entrepreneurs. He is a co-founder and CEO of Reboot, the executive coaching and leadership development company, host of the Reboot Podcast, and author of REUNION: Leadership and the Longing to Belong (HarperBusiness; Nov. 14, 2023) and Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up (HarperBusiness, 2019). He draws on his wide variety of experiences to help clients design a more conscious life and make needed changes to their career to improve their performance and satisfaction. Previously he was a partner with JPMorgan Partners (JPMP), the private equity arm of JP Morgan Chase. He joined JPMP from Flatiron Partners, which he launched in 1996 with partner, Fred Wilson. Flatiron became one of the most successful, early-stage investment programs in the New York City area. He lives on a farm in Longmont, Colorado.    Connect with Jerry Colonna at:   www.reboot.io   https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-colonna-reboot/     Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco    Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

From facing personal ceilings to becoming the founder of the OneKindness Challenge, John Wang's journey is one of growth, courage, and the power of choosing kindness. As the author of Big Asian Energy—recognized as one of Amazon's Best Books of 2025—John has inspired millions through his writing, coaching, and global speaking. His story reflects how embracing authenticity and leading with compassion can break barriers, spark transformation, and create ripples of impact far beyond ourselves.    Key Takeaways:   Acts of kindness can transform lives and open doors to new possibilities.  The way we treat ourselves shapes how deeply we can show up for others.  Even the smallest gestures can spark waves of hope and change.  Kindness is a universal language that bridges cultures and connects hearts.  Choosing kindness daily creates a legacy that outlives us.  Join us for the Kindness Campaign and help create a ripple of compassion in your community! Sign up today at SmallChangesBigShifts.com/Kindness to receive daily acts of kindness and inspiration.   We're also inviting sponsorship partners to help us expand this movement and touch even more lives. If your organization would like to be part of spreading kindness across communities, explore the opportunities here: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/download/9926/?tmstv=1757105005     About John Wang:  John Wang is the founder of OneKindness Challenge, the author of Big Asian Energy (Amazon Editor's Best Books 2025), and a certified coach helping Asian leaders and thought leaders break through ceilings. His work has been featured on CNBC, WSJ, TEDx, Audible, and his videos has reached over 25 million views and 240,000+ followers. John is also a TEDx speaker and a keynote speaker, as well as a world traveler to 52 countries.     Connect with John Wang at:  https://www.bigasianenergy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnwangofficial/ https://www.tiktok.com/@johnwangbae https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wang-b79ba396/?originalSubdomain=ca   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco    Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

Longtime partners, parents of three, and now both cancer survivors, Matt and Chrissy Stewart's journey is one of resilience, faith, and the power of choosing hope in the face of adversity. Diagnosed within months of each other—Chrissy with angiosarcoma and Matt with colorectal cancer—they turned their trials into testimony, leaning on family, community, and kindness to carry them through. Their story reflects how even in life's hardest seasons, love and purpose can shine brighter than fear, inspiring others to live fully in each moment.  Key Takeaways:  Hope is a powerful choice that can carry us through life's hardest seasons.  Resilience is built by leaning into faith, family, and community support.  Kindness—both given and received—becomes a lifeline during adversity.  Sharing your story can inspire healing and courage in others.  Even in challenges, living with intention brings deeper purpose and meaning.  Join us for the Kindness Campaign and help create a ripple of compassion in your community! Sign up today at SmallChangesBigShifts.com/Kindness to receive daily acts of kindness and inspiration.   We're also inviting sponsorship partners to help us expand this movement and touch even more lives. If your organization would like to be part of spreading kindness across communities, explore the opportunities here: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/download/9926/?tmstv=1757105005    About Matt and Chrissy Stewart:  Chrissy and Matt have been married for 23 years and have three kids. Jackson is 20, Alex is 18, and Madeline is 15. They lived in Lenexa for 23 years. Chrissy was diagnosed with angiosarcoma four years ago. It's a very rare and aggressive cancer of the blood vessels. Hers stemmed from a cyst her ovary. Matt was diagnosed with colorectal cancer one year ago. It spread to his lungs and his brain, but chemo is helping both of them stay alive. Theye are in the process of writing a memoir about our cancer experiences. Matt published author of six books while Chrissy is in the process of writing her first children's book.    Connect with Matt and Chrissy Stewart at:  https://www.instagram.com/allthethingsmemoir/   https://mattstewartbooks.com/   https://www.facebook.com/matt.stewart.4/     Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco    Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

Once an ESPN anchor and now the founder of Alcohol-Free Lifestyle, James Swanwick's journey is one of self-discovery, transformation, and the power of choosing kindness for yourself. After giving up alcohol in 2010, James experienced dramatic improvements in his sleep, health, and clarity—changes that inspired him to create Project 90, a program helping high achievers break free from alcohol and unlock their full potential. His story shows that one intentional shift can spark a ripple effect of resilience, purpose, and lasting well-being.  Key Takeaways:  Quitting alcohol creates a domino effect, improving sleep, health, relationships, and overall clarity.  Choosing an alcohol-free lifestyle is one of the greatest acts of kindness you can give yourself.  High achievers often perform at a higher level when they step away from alcohol.  Alcohol disrupts sleep quality, leaving the body working instead of repairing overnight.  Sustainable change comes from loving the alcohol-free lifestyle—not just "white-knuckling" sobriety.  Join us for the Kindness Campaign and help create a ripple of compassion in your community! Sign up today at SmallChangesBigShifts.com/Kindness to receive daily acts of kindness and inspiration.   We're also inviting sponsorship partners to help us expand this movement and touch even more lives. If your organization would like to be part of spreading kindness across communities, explore the opportunities here: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com/download/9926/?tmstv=1757105005  About James Swanwick:  James Swanwick is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, speaker and former SportsCenter anchor on ESPN. He is the creator of Alcohol Free Lifestyle, which helps successful high achievers change their relationship to alcohol; the host of the podcast, "Alcohol Free Lifestyle", creator of"Project 90", which helps high achievers get lifetime power over alcohol, and creator of blue-light blocking glasses Swannies by Swanwick Sleep, which improve your sleep.    Connect with James Swanwick at:  https://alcoholfreelifestyle.com/about/  https://www.jamesswanwick.com/  https://www.instagram.com/jamesswanwick/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesswanwick/  https://www.youtube.com/jamesswanwick1      Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco    Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.