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Unleash Your Health Power: Heal, Laugh, Thrive Ready to ditch the fad diets and gym selfies for a deeper approach to wellness? HEALTH POWER is your passport to vibrant living. Join veteran health journalist Lisa Davis, with 25 years of wisdom and a sprinkle of humor, as she peels back the layers of what it truly means to thrive. Dive deep into: Trauma Healing:Mindfulness Magic:Movement that Moves You:Fueling Your Fire:Celebrating Neurodiversity:Real People, Real Stories: Every week, you'll get: Bite-sized Quickies:Deep Dives:HEALTH POWER is your roadmap to living with intention, finding joy in your body, and embracing life to the fullest. Buckle up, friends, because we're reclaiming our health, laughing our way to healing, and unleashing our inner power together. Subscribe now and join the adventure!

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Unleash Your Health Power: Heal, Laugh, Thrive Ready to ditch the fad diets and gym selfies for a deeper approach to wellness? HEALTH POWER is your passport to vibrant living. Join veteran health journalist Lisa Davis, with 25 years of wisdom and a sprinkle of humor, as she peels back the layers of what it truly means to thrive. Dive deep into: Trauma Healing:Mindfulness Magic:Movement that Moves You:Fueling Your Fire:Celebrating Neurodiversity:Real People, Real Stories: Every week, you'll get: Bite-sized Quickies:Deep Dives:HEALTH POWER is your roadmap to living with intention, finding joy in your body, and embracing life to the fullest. Buckle up, friends, because we're reclaiming our health, laughing our way to healing, and unleashing our inner power together. Subscribe now and join the adventure!

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Episodes
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EP #1375: Period Power: Breaking the Shame & Fighting for Access

5/20/2024
Summary In this episode, Lisa Davis interviews author Ali Terese about her book 'Free Period' which tackles the issue of period shame and the lack of access to menstrual products in schools. Ali shares her personal experiences with period pain and shame, and how she used humor to address these issues in her book. They discuss the importance of breaking the stigma around menstruation and the need for comprehensive menstrual education in schools. Ali also talks about the main characters in her book and how she hopes it will empower young readers to speak up for their needs. Keywordsperiod shame, menstrual products, access, schools, humor, stigma, education, empowerment Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and Personal Connection to the Topic 01:35The Importance of Addressing Period Shame and Lack of Access 06:32Engaging and Empowering Young Readers through Humor 09:16The Power of Friendship in Overcoming Challenges 13:20Highlighting the Necessity of Menstrual Products

Duration:00:25:18

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EP #1374: Understanding YOUR Inner Child: A Key to Personal Growth

5/17/2024
Summary In this episode, Dr. John Trentalange discusses the concept of the inner child and its importance in therapy. He explains that everyone has an inner child and that acknowledging and understanding this part of ourselves is crucial for personal growth and healthy relationships. Dr. John emphasizes that many conflicts in relationships are actually the inner child of each partner arguing with each other. He provides practical steps for reconnecting with the inner child, including self-awareness, identifying triggers, and using concrete objects like stuffed animals to facilitate communication with the inner child. Dr. John also highlights the role of play and physical activities in healing the inner child and integrating it with the adult self. Keywords: inner child, therapy, personal growth, relationships, self-awareness, triggers, communication, play, physical activities Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and Importance of the Inner Child 06:19Using Concrete Objects for Inner Child Therapy 13:27The Role of Play in Building Emotional Safety

Duration:00:23:45

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#1373: How to Protect YOUR child from Childhood Sexual Abuse.

5/16/2024
Summary The conversation discusses the prevalence of child sexual abuse and the need to shift the focus from stranger danger to recognizing that most abusers are people known and trusted by the child. The guest, Yvonne Sandomir, shares her personal experience of abuse and the importance of preventing childhood sexual abuse. They discuss the signs and red flags to look out for, such as adults who are overly interested in spending time with children or who exhibit inappropriate behavior. The conversation emphasizes the need for parents to set boundaries with their children, teach consent, and be vigilant in protecting them. In this conversation, Lisa Davis and Yvonne Sandomir discuss the importance of protecting children from sexual abuse. They explore signs of grooming and inappropriate behavior, as well as the impact of neglectful parenting. They also touch on the dangers of the digital world and the need to educate children about online safety. Yvonne shares her personal experiences and emphasizes the importance of self-love and healing. The conversation highlights the need for parents to be vigilant and proactive in protecting their children. Keywordschild sexual abuse, prevention, signs, red flags, grooming, boundaries, consent, child sexual abuse, grooming, inappropriate behavior, neglectful parenting, online safety, self-love, healing Takeaways Titles Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and Personal Experience 01:45Shifting the Focus: From Stranger Danger to Recognizing Known Abusers 03:18Prevalence and Impact of Child Sexual Abuse 06:15Personal Experience and Motivation to Write the Book 09:49Understanding Child Sexual Abuse: Types and Misconceptions 13:02Importance of Prevention and Recognizing Signs 21:33Recognizing the Signs: Red Flags of Child Sexual Abuse 25:01Grooming and Manipulation Tactics 29:54Protecting Children: Being Vigilant and Aware 31:28Signs of Grooming and Inappropriate Behavior 45:47The Dangers of Neglectful Parenting and Online Predators 52:43Teaching Children about Online Safety 56:29Preparing Children for the Real World 57:58Healing and Self-Love after Childhood Sexual Abuse

Duration:00:54:34

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EP #1372: COOKING WITH KAYLA - Skillet Sizzle: The Weeknight Meatball Life Hack

5/15/2024
Summary In this conversation, Lisa Davis and Kayla Cappiello discuss a recipe for a super easy meatball skillet. They talk about the ingredients and steps involved in making the meatballs, including the choice of meat, adding breadcrumbs and spices, and cooking them in a cast iron skillet. They also discuss different serving options and the versatility of the meatballs. The conversation includes some humorous banter and mentions of sponsors. Keywordsmeatball skillet, recipe, cooking, ingredients, cast iron skillet, serving options, versatility Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and Casual Conversation 01:26Discussing the Texture of the Meatballs 05:00Arranging and Cooking the Meatballs in a Skillet 07:34Drizzling the Meatballs with Sauce 08:39Versatile Serving Options for the Meatballs 09:58Mentions of Sponsors and Other Topics 11:41Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Duration:00:14:59

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EP #1371: Having Balanced Body: A Conversation on Health, Fitness & Longevity for YOUR Best Life!

5/14/2024
Summary In this conversation, Lisa Davis and Amy K. Wilson discuss the importance of becoming a pro-fat burner and preventing disease through nutrition and fitness. They emphasize that being skinny does not equal being healthy and that the goal should be to be the best version of oneself. They also discuss the misconception of spot reducing and the importance of focusing on overall health and reducing inflammation. Amy shares her expertise as a board-certified geriatric pharmacist and highlights the need for proactive and preventative measures to maintain health and avoid chronic diseases. They also touch on the importance of nutrition and the balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates in meals. In this conversation, Lisa Davis and Amy K. Wilson discuss the importance of a balanced approach to health and fitness. They emphasize the need to focus on overall health rather than just weight loss, and the dangers of extreme diets and over-exercising. They also highlight the role of nutrition in disease prevention and the importance of muscle mass for longevity. Amy shares her approach to working with clients, which includes a focus on progress over perfection and personalized modifications for individual needs. They also discuss the importance of strength training and the benefits of incorporating whole foods into the diet. Keywords: pro-fat burner, prevent disease, nutrition, fitness, skinny vs healthy, spot reducing, overall health, inflammation, geriatric pharmacist, proactive, preventative measures, nutrition balance, health, fitness, balanced approach, weight loss, extreme diets, over-exercising, disease prevention, muscle mass, longevity, nutrition, progress over perfection, personalized modifications, strength training, whole foods Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and Overview 02:55Getting Rid of the Scale and Focusing on Progress 04:13Functionality, Health, and Longevity 05:16The Role of a Geriatric Pharmacist 07:36The Cost of Neglecting Health 08:12The Importance of Nutrition in Health 10:00Healthy Eating: Flavorful and Great 11:21Accepting and Embracing Our Bodies 12:28Understanding Water Weight and Body Composition 15:01Tracking Macros and Finding Balance 19:23The Fast Way of Fat Loss Program 20:26The Importance of a Balanced Approach to Health and Fitness 23:13Size is Not Healthy 24:19The Role of Muscle Mass in Longevity 26:03Inflammation and its Effects on Health 29:20Progress Over Perfection in Fitness and Nutrition 33:19Personalized Modifications for Individual Needs 35:05The Benefits of Strength Training 36:08Incorporating Whole Foods into Your Diet

Duration:00:45:48

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EP #1370: Grammy-winning artist Carla Patullo on the Healing Power of Music

5/13/2024
Summary Carla Patullo, a Grammy-winning artist, discusses her music and the healing power of music. She shares her experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer and how she turned to music to express her emotions and heal. Carla talks about her album 'So She Howls' and how it reflects her journey through grief and healing. She also discusses her late coming out experience and her work with Sandra Bernhardt. The process of composing music and collaborating with musicians is also explored. Carla Patullo discusses her experiences as a composer and musician, including her work on the Disney Plus film 'Maxine' and her involvement in LGBTQ+ projects. She also talks about the challenges of being an artist and the importance of representation in the industry. The conversation touches on topics such as personal growth, the impact of music on emotions, and the struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community. Carla emphasizes the need for continued advocacy and understanding in order to create a more inclusive society. Keywords Carla Patullo, Grammy-winning artist, music, healing power of music, breast cancer, emotions, grief, album, So She Howls, coming out, Sandra Bernhardt, composing music, collaborating with musicians, Carla Patullo, composer, musician, Disney Plus, Maxine, LGBTQ+, representation, personal growth, emotions, advocacy, inclusive society Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and the Healing Power of Music 04:26Grief, Healing, and 'So She Howls' 09:30Late Coming Out and Personal Growth 23:03Challenges and Personal Growth as an Artist

Duration:00:34:30

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EP #1369: Dr. John's Corner - Feeling Safe to Be You: Creating Emotional Security

5/10/2024
Summary In this episode, Lisa Davis and Dr. John Trentalange discuss the importance of emotional safety in relationships. They explore the concept of emotional safety and how it is the foundation of trust and communication. They also provide tips for parents on how to create emotional safety for their children. Dr. John emphasizes the importance of listening, expressing emotions in healthy ways, and being in touch with our bodies. They also touch on the topic of triggers and the need for active listening and effective communication. Keywordsemotional safety, relationships, trust, communication, parenting, expressing emotions, active listening, triggers Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and Overview 05:16Creating Emotional Safety for Children 09:52Recognizing Triggers and Taking Space 14:35Effective Communication for Emotional Safety

Duration:00:15:47

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EP #1368: Parkinson's Journey: From Acceptance to Advocacy with Larry Gifford

5/9/2024
Summary In this conversation, Lisa Davis interviews Larry Gifford, co-founder of the PD Avengers podcast and leader of Spark the Night, a global effort to raise awareness about Parkinson's disease. Larry shares his personal experience with Parkinson's, including the early signs and symptoms he experienced. He also discusses his journey to acceptance and how he started his own podcast, When Life Gives You Parkinson's. Larry talks about the deep brain stimulation surgery he underwent and the positive impact it had on his symptoms. He also highlights the importance of sleep issues and nighttime symptoms in Parkinson's and the need for more awareness and research in this area. Larry discusses his involvement with PD Avengers and the global movement to end Parkinson's disease. He encourages people to become PD Avengers and take action to make a difference. Finally, Larry shares his role as a podcast host for the Michael J. Fox podcast and the Bryan Grant Foundation podcast. KeywordsParkinson's disease, early signs, symptoms, deep brain stimulation, sleep issues, PD Avengers, global movement, podcast host, Michael J. Fox podcast, Bryan Grant Foundation podcast Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month 06:07Deep Brain Stimulation and its Impact on Symptoms 16:31Raising Awareness about Sleep Issues in Parkinson's 27:44Managing Parkinson's with Exercise and a Positive Attitude

Duration:00:29:23

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EP #1367: COOKING WITH KAYLA - Gluten-free, Dairy-Free Sticky Chicken

5/8/2024
Summary Kayla Cappiello shares her experience running a 10-mile race in the rain and celebrating afterwards. She also introduces a recipe for sticky chicken with an Asian-inspired sauce. Lisa Davis promotes her sponsors and encourages listeners to support them. Keywordsrunning, race, weather, celebration, recipe, sticky chicken, sauce, sponsors Takeaways Chapters00:00Running a Race in the Rain 03:45Introducing the Sticky Chicken Recipe 05:59Using the Sticky Sauce in Various Dishes 08:23The Challenge of Finding Soy Sauce-Free Recipes 10:24Enjoying the Sticky Chicken Recipe 11:28Supporting the Show's Sponsors

Duration:00:14:10

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EP #1366: Healthy Needs vs. Unhealthy Needs: Building Strong Relationships

5/7/2024
Summary In this conversation, Lisa Davis and Steve Farrell discuss the importance of distinguishing healthy needs from unhealthy needs in relationships. They emphasize the significance of developing a healthy relationship with oneself and understanding that our partner cannot fulfill all of our needs. They also explore the role of trauma in relationships and the importance of healing and alchemy. Steve shares his daily spiritual practices and the importance of spiritual literacy. They discuss the work of Humanities Team, a nonprofit organization supporting people on their conscious journey, and their streaming platform for consciousness raising. Keywordshealthy needs, unhealthy needs, relationships, self-love, trauma, healing, alchemy, spiritual practice, spiritual literacy, consciousness raising, Humanities Team, streaming platform Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and Overview 05:08Healing and Alchemy in Relationships 13:35Leading by Example in Meeting Our Own Needs 27:44Upcoming Topic: Rewriting Your Story About Others

Duration:00:33:36

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EP #1365: Deadly Dog Virus: Is Your Pup Protected From Parvo?

5/6/2024
Summary Elanco Animal Health launched a national campaign to spread awareness about the start of the deadly season for canine parvovirus, one of the most contagious and deadly dog viruses. Dr. Jen Miller explains that parvovirus primarily affects young puppies that are either not vaccinated or not completely through their vaccine series. The virus is spread through contaminated feces and can live in the environment for a long time. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, and blood in the stool, and if left untreated, the death rate can be as high as 91%. Elanco's Parvo is Poop campaign aims to increase awareness about parvovirus and provide resources for pet owners to find vets and treatment options. Keywordscanine parvovirus, dog virus, deadly virus, contagious, puppies, vaccination, symptoms, treatment, awareness campaign Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and the Start of the Parvovirus Season 08:24The Parvo is Poop Campaign 15:53Elanco's Mission to Save Puppies from Parvovirus

Duration:00:25:07

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EP #1364: Foundational Years with Dr. John Trentalange: Building a Strong Start

5/3/2024
Summary Dr. John Trentalange discusses the foundational years in child development and the importance of building a strong foundation during the early years. He emphasizes that the first eight years of a child's life are crucial for learning who they are, socialization, academic success, and developing perseverance. Dr. John shares his personal experience of overcoming challenges in his own foundational years and highlights the factors that contribute to a strong foundation, including secure attachment, gentle connections, and structure. He also addresses the impact of a weak foundation on adult life and offers advice for parents to enhance their children's foundational years. Keywordsfoundational years, child development, attachment, socialization, academic success, perseverance, secure attachment, gentle connections, structure, parenting Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Introduction and Background of Dr. John Trentalange 06:21Debating the Duration of the Foundational Years 14:03The Consequences of a Weak Foundation in Adulthood

Duration:00:21:12

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EP #1363: Easy, Family-Friendly Recipes Bursting with Flavor with Julie Evink.

5/2/2024
Summary Julie Eaton, creator of the popular food blog Julie's Eats and Treats, discusses her new cookbook and the importance of easy, family-friendly recipes. She emphasizes the value of no-fuss cooking that uses pantry staples and is bursting with flavor. Julie also talks about the pressure to live a perfect life and how she embraces being a 'sweatpants friend' who values comfort and togetherness. She shares how growing up on a farm in Minnesota shaped her view on family and cooking. The importance of family time and conversation Meal planning is a time-saving and stress-reducing strategy that can also save money and prevent mealtime ruts. It is important to teach children how to use meal planning and involve them in the kitchen. Shopping for each meal can be time-consuming, so embracing meal planning can free up time each day. It is helpful to pick out recipes in advance and make meal planning a habit. Cooking together as a family can be a bonding experience and a way to teach important skills. It reduces stress and allows for quality family time. Kids can learn a variety of skills through cooking, from fractions to reading. Cooking also helps build comprehension and can be used as a teaching tool in school. It's important to create a safe environment for kids to help in the kitchen and feel important. In this part of the conversation, Julie and Lisa discuss the importance of having the right kitchen tools and being organized when it comes to cooking and grocery shopping. They mention various tools such as knives, mixers, stools, nonstick skillets, and aprons. They also talk about the benefits of using a grocery list and note-taking apps to stay organized. In this part of the conversation, Julie and Lisa discuss the convenience of using an app or voice assistant to manage grocery lists. They talk about how it saves time and prevents the need to go back and forth in the store. They also mention the use of canned chicken as a pantry staple, which Julie finds surprising as she considers herself a picky chicken eater. In this part of the conversation, Julie discusses the convenience of using frozen chopped onions and other pantry staples. She mentions that she often uses frozen chopped onions because she doesn't like chopping fresh onions and crying. She also mentions that frozen chopped onions are handy and can be easily added to various dishes without the need for thawing. In this part of the conversation, Julie and Lisa discuss a recipe for creamy soup using evaporated milk as a substitute for heavy cream. They also talk about other dairy substitutes like oat milk and avocado oil. Julie mentions that the recipe is easy to meal prep and is a filling breakfast option for kids. Lisa expresses her love for Mexican food and mentions that the breakfast enchiladas and hash brown breakfast casserole from Julie's book look amazing. Julie appreciates the compliment and mentions that she is a visual eater. They conclude by saying that there are no specific breakfast items they wanted to bring up. In this part of the conversation, Julie and Lisa discuss breakfast options, including pumpkin bread and muffins. They also talk about their love for pumpkin-flavored foods. They then move on to discuss salads and sides, including roasted sweet potatoes and oven-roasted vegetables. Julie mentions that she tried to provide a wide range of options, including dairy-free and grain-free choices. They end the conversation by mentioning cheesy garlic butter pasta as a decadent side dish. This part of the conversation discusses easy and convenient meals that can be made with pantry staples. The hosts talk about dishes like pasta packets and Spanish rice that are simple to make and require only a few ingredients. They also mention recipes for soups, stews, and slow cooker meals that can be divided into different proteins like chicken, beef, pork, and seafood. The conversation concludes with a discussion about chicken tetrazzini, a dish that one of the...

Duration:00:32:22

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EP #1362: COOKING WITH KAYLA - Easy and Delicious: Stuffed Poblano Peppers

5/1/2024
Summary In this episode, Lisa Davis and Kayla Cappiello discuss cooking with poblano peppers. They share their love for poblano peppers and talk about different recipes that feature them. Kayla shares her recipe for stuffed poblano peppers and emphasizes how easy and versatile they are to make. They also discuss other types of peppers and their preferences. This part of the conversation discusses a recipe for stuffed peppers with shredded beef. The speaker explains that the peppers have a spicy flavor but are not too spicy, and they have more flavor compared to other stuffed peppers. The recipe involves stuffing the peppers with shredded beef, chicken, or pork, and cooking them in a crockpot or Dutch oven with beef or chicken stock. The beef is seared first and then cooked low and slow until it becomes tender and easily shredded. The speaker also mentions a Chipotle beef chili recipe on her website. In this part of the conversation, Kayla discusses different ways to stuff peppers and substitute ingredients. She mentions using chicken as her go-to meat, but also suggests using beef, beans, quinoa, rice, and various types of beans as alternatives. She explains that you can mix these ingredients together and stuff them inside sliced poblano peppers. Kayla also mentions that you can mold the peppers once they are on the baking sheet. In this part of the conversation, Kayla and Lisa discuss different ways to use stuffing mix. They talk about stuffing it inside vegetables, using it as a topping, and making smaller portions for appetizers. They also mention using stuffing mix to prep meat and develop recipes. Kayla recommends using a cast iron pan to get grill marks on the stuffing. Lisa mentions that she doesn't have a grill but would like to try these ideas. Overall, they emphasize the versatility and ease of using stuffing mix in various dishes. In this part of the conversation, Kayla explains how to cook the pepper for the stuffed pepper recipe. She suggests preheating the oven to 350 or 375 degrees and baking the pepper for 10 to 15 minutes. The goal is to have char marks on the outside of the pepper and for it to be cooked but still slightly wrinkly. She also mentions that the cooking time may vary depending on the size and number of peppers. Lisa asks for clarification on the cooking process. This part of the conversation discusses how to stuff and bake bell peppers. The main ingredients mentioned are shredded beef, black beans, and cheese. Different types of cheese, such as cheddar or pepper jack, can be used. Additional spices and flavorings like garlic, onions, chili powder, and red pepper flakes can be added to enhance the flavor. The conversation also mentions a creamy drizzle made with avocado and sour cream or yogurt. The chapter ends with a discussion on using a piping bag for the drizzle. In this part of the conversation, Kayla and Lisa discuss different ways to serve the Mexican street corn recipe. Kayla shares that she likes to put the crema in a Ziploc bag and drizzle it on top of each corn. They also discuss serving the corn with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, hot sauce, rice, or a side salad. Lisa mentions that she enjoys having amaranth for breakfast. They also talk about using different types of milk or sweeteners in recipes. The conversation discusses the use of alulose as a sweetener and the benefits of amaranth as a nutritious grain. Alulose is a low-calorie sweetener that tastes like sugar and is commonly used as a sugar substitute. It is especially popular among people who are trying to reduce their sugar intake. Amaranth is a gluten-free grain that is high in magnesium and other vitamins. It can be used in various dishes and is particularly enjoyed as a breakfast option. The conversation also mentions a maple syrup substitute made with alulose. The conversation discusses the use of allulose as a sugar substitute in recipes. It is a low-calorie sweetener that can be used in baking and cooking. Allulose...

Duration:00:19:58

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EP #1361: Beyond the Self: How Self-Love Connects Us All

4/30/2024
Summary In this episode, Lisa Davis interviews Steve Farrell, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur turned spiritual leader. They discuss the concept of self-love and its deep spiritual meaning. Steve shares his personal journey of transitioning from a materialistic mindset to one focused on interconnectedness and service. They explore the connection between science and spirituality, highlighting the idea that we are all part of a universal consciousness. Steve emphasizes the importance of energy, mindfulness, and compassion in cultivating self-love. They also discuss the work of Humanities Team and their streaming service, Humanity Stream Plus, which offers transformational education in multiple languages. Takeaways Chapters00:00Introduction and Background 01:04Understanding Self-Love 03:40The Connection Between Science and Spirituality 04:09The Impact of Self-Love on Relationships and Service 05:05Self-Love and Spirituality 06:04The Power of Energy and Mindfulness 07:23Living in a Transactional World 08:08The Illusion of Material Success 09:32Expanding Love to All Beings 10:55Healing from Past Trauma 11:52Compassion for Abusive Parents 12:21Supporting Others in Finding Self-Love 13:28Practices for Internal Growth 14:53The Importance of Mindfulness 16:02Introduction to Humanities Team and Humanity Stream Plus 21:06The Power of Compassion and Empathy 23:49Ways to Connect with Steve Farrell 24:19Additional Resources and Offerings 25:07Conclusion

Duration:00:29:30

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EP #1360: Mutual Rescue: How Adopting a Homeless Animal Can Save You, Too.

4/29/2024
Lisa is joined by Carol Novello, the author of Mutual Rescue: How Adopting a Homeless Animal Can Save You, Too. Carol Novello began rescuing animals at age 5 and hasn't stopped. With a Harvard MBA, she was a senior executive working in high tech, most recently at Intuit, Inc. Today, she is the president of Humane Society Silicon Valley, where she launched Mutual Rescue, a digital global campaign of short films designed to showcase the therapeutic benefits of animal companionship and encourage adoptions. Through her work at Humane Society Silicon Valley, she has been awarded the Maddie's Fund "Maddie Hero Award" for innovation and leadership in the sector and has been recognized as an honoree at the Fifty Years of Women at Harvard Business School celebration in Northern California. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area where she enjoys spending time with her own rescue companions: tuxedo cats Bode and Herbie. MUTUAL RESCUE profiles the transformational impact that shelter pets have on humans, exploring the emotional, physical, and spiritual gifts that rescued animals provide. It explores through anecdote, observation, and scientific research, the complexity and depth of the role that pets play in our lives. Every story in the book brings an unrecognized benefit of adopting homeless animals to the forefront of the rescue conversation. In a nation plagued by illnesses--16 million adults suffer from depression, 29 million have diabetes, 8 million in any given year have PTSD, and nearly 40% are obese--rescue pets can help: 60% of doctors said they prescribe pet adoption and a staggering 97% believe that pet ownership provides health benefits. For people in chronic emotional, physical, or spiritual pain, adopting an animal can transform, and even save, their lives. Each story in the book takes a deep dive into one potent aspect of animal adoption, told through the lens of people's personal experiences with their rescued pets and the science that backs up the results. This book will resonate with readers hungering for stories of healing and redemption.

Duration:00:48:52

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EP #1359: The Long Shadow of Insecure Attachment: An Interview with Dr. John Trentalange

4/26/2024
Summary In this episode of Health Power, Lisa Davis interviews Dr. John Trentalange about the topic of attachment. They discuss the difference between secure and insecure attachment, the origins of attachment theory, and the impact of attachment on relationships and mental health. Dr. John explains that attachment is internal and is formed in early childhood with primary caregivers, creating a blueprint for all future relationships. He also discusses different types of insecure attachment, such as anxious ambivalent and avoidance, and the potential long-term effects of insecure attachment, including reactive attachment disorder and sociopathy. Dr. John emphasizes the importance of consistency, predictability, and gentle connections in enhancing attachment. Keywordsattachment, secure attachment, insecure attachment, attachment theory, relationships, mental health, anxious ambivalent, avoidance, reactive attachment disorder, sociopathy, consistency, predictability, gentle connections Dr. John is available for psychological assistance in either therapy, consultation, conferences, trainings, presentations or speaking engagements. You can text him at 719-310-9495 or email: trentalange@netzero.com Takeaways

Duration:00:32:29

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EP #1358: Unlock the Power of Pink Noise: Sleep Sounder, Remember More

4/25/2024
Hi, I'm Lisa Davis. So glad you are listening to Health Power. You can see some clips from the shows if you'd like, if you go to my Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram at lisa.davis.mph. All right, today we're talking about an article from Naturally Savvy, how pink noise boosts memory and improves sleep. Now, I didn't even know there was such thing as pink noise until I came across this article. I have a white noise machine and that helps me tremendously, but let's jump in and find out what this pink noise is all about. So, changes in sleep patterns occur as we get older. with the most common ones being more trouble staying asleep and a harder time falling asleep. And according to the National Sleep Foundation, these are a normal part of the aging process. But now researchers say they may have a solution to these problems and it may even boost your memory as well, which is pink noise. So I mentioned the white noise machines, which according to noise sound engineer, Stephane Pigeon, is not what most of us typically think of when we hear the term comforting sounds. that help us block out the surrounding environment. Now, Pajone explains white noise as the following. A true white noise deals in the second fundamental component of the sound wave, the frequency. Frequency is how fast the waveform is vibrating per second. That's pretty technical. It's easier to understand if you associate it with a single note. Take the middle C note on a keyboard. That note has a frequency of about 261.1 hertz. To make white noise, a sound engineer combines an equal amount of energy of every frequency a human can hear. Imagine it like hundreds of musicians playing every single note you can hear at once at the same volume. That's white noise. Wow, I didn't realize it was really interesting. Okay, so what's pink noise? So pink noise is a soothing, gentle sound composed of octaves possessing equal energy. It is essentially the background noise we are used to hearing every day and don't even notice. Researchers at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois discovered that if they synced pink noise to the brainwaves of older men and women while they slept, the subjects experienced better quality of deep sleep as well as an improvement in memory. That's so interesting. Now it's been shown in numerous studies over the years, sleep is critical for converting short-term memories into long-term memories. The type of sleep that is necessary for this conversation is deep sleep, AKA, Lisa Davis (02:23.29) slow wave sleep or non dream state sleep, which is part of the non rapid eye movement sleep cycle. And as we get older, the quality of deep sleep declines, which in turn can have a significant impact on memory as well as sleep quality. Deep sleep is also important because it's a stage when the body cells increase production and there's a reduction, the breakdown of proteins. Thus, this is a time of tissue repair, giving meaning to the term beauty sleep. Other benefits of deep sleep are a slowing of activity in the areas of the brain involved with emotion, social engagement, and decision-making, which suggests deep sleep helps people maintain an emotional balance. So let's talk about how scientists use pink noise. So in previous studies in young adults, they found a link between acoustic sound stimulation of deep sleep brain activity and an improvement of memory. Now these findings prompted Dr. Phyllis Zee a professor of neurology at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern and her colleagues to try acoustic simulation in a group of older adults and see how it affected sleep and memory. So if you want all of the details of the study, you can see the show notes. I'll just tell you briefly that the study group consisted of 13 men and women ages 60 to 84, who each were subjected to one night of acoustic stimulation involving pink noise synced to the participants' brave waves. and one night of sham placebo stimulation. So I'm gonna guess what...

Duration:00:06:09

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EP #1357: COOKING WITH KAYLA - Salad Days are Here Again: BBQ Sweet Potatoes & More

4/24/2024
Summary In this conversation, Lisa Davis and Kayla Cappiello discuss their love for warm weather and salads. They share a recipe for an easy barbecue salad that can be made vegan, dairy-free, or with chicken. The salad includes sweet potatoes, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, corn, onions, and optional protein. They also talk about their favorite condiments and dressings, including barbecue sauce and dairy-free options. Kayla mentions her weeknight meal plan email subscription, which provides five recipes and grocery shopping lists each week. Keywordssalads, barbecue salad, recipe, vegan, dairy-free, chicken, sweet potatoes, condiments, dressings, weeknight meal plan Takeaways Sound Bites Chapters00:00Enjoying Warm Weather and Salads 06:07Kayla Cappiello's Weeknight Meal Plan

Duration:00:15:15

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EP #1356: The Historical Mistreatment of Women in Medicine and It's Lasting Impact Today

4/23/2024
SummaryIn the book 'In Her Head: The Truth and Lies Early Medicine Taught Us About Women's Bodies and Why It Matters Today,' Dr. Elizabeth Comen explores the historical mistreatment of women in medicine and its impact on women's health today. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the blaming and shaming of women's bodies, racial disparities in healthcare, the influence of beauty standards, the stigmatization of women's sexuality, and the problematic nature of plastic surgery. Dr. Comen emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and changing the narrative around women's healthcare. The book provides a comprehensive look at the legacy of misogyny in medicine and encourages readers to challenge and overcome these harmful beliefs. Takeaways Chapters00:00Introduction and Book Recommendation 01:04Apologizing and Women's Health 03:20Women's Health and Emotional Expression 04:26Historical Mistreatment of Women in Medicine 05:39Blaming and Shaming Women's Bodies 07:10Contagious Women and the Stigma of Disease 08:24Racial Disparities in Women's Healthcare 09:08The Influence of Beauty Standards on Women's Health 10:29The Stigmatization of Women's Sexuality 11:45Forced Incarceration and Treatment of Women 12:36The History of Women's Mental Health Treatment 13:20The Repair of Fistulas and the Exploitation of Slaves 14:42The Mistreatment of Women in Asylums 16:04The Problematic Nature of Plastic Surgery 18:01The Ridiculous Medical Beliefs of the Past 19:32The Fear of Women's Mobility and Exercise 20:31The Fear of Bulky Muscles in Women 21:56The Anemia of Good Looking Girls 23:15The Persistence of Harmful Beauty Standards 24:07The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Healthcare 25:27Empowering Women to Change the Narrative 26:31Where to Find the Book and Connect with the Author 27:39Conclusion and Thank You

Duration:00:24:48