Minding Wellness

Denise Devonish of DMD Health & Safety Training Services has been working in the Gainesville area since 1996. She completed her Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Analysis and her Master's Degree in Special Education from the University of Florida. She has worked at Tacachale, a developmentally disabled institution in Gainesville as an administrator and a staff trainer. She has also worked as Protective Services Counselor with the Department of Children and Families as well as a Heath Facility Evaluator the Agency for Health Care Administration.

She is originally from Barbados, is mixed race, and is a gay woman. In this episode, she shares not only what she has experienced in the way of discrimination, but also what she advises us to consider and explore.

We chat about:

:: unconscious biases and how they impact us and others

:: advice for advocates and patients on navigating DEI concerns

:: understanding and properly utilizing pronouns in a way that respects others

:: unconscious labeling and assumptions in the medical system

:: working with and choosing advocates based on their ability to understand and connect with their life experiences

To work with Denise, visit her at https://www.dmdtraining.com/ and https://devonishconsulting.com/ 

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Megan Lewis, PLLC has over 15 years experience in estate planning, trust, probate, business and tax law. She passionately preserves family legacies, both assets and relationships. Megan enjoys technology and providing Washington state estate planning in person, by phone, email and web conferencing. ​

Prior to opening her own firm, she practiced at the Washington State Attorney General's office and a couple great firms of different sizes for about 10 years. She serves clients virtually across Washington (or out of state, but working on a Washington probate), but is based in Spokane, Washington.

Megan served on the board of the Spokane Estate Planning Council for many years and as President for the 2021-2022 year. Megan grew up in University Place, WA and Juneau, AK and has lived around Washington, Oregon and Washington, DC. She received a B.S. from University of Oregon, studying journalism, public relations, economics, and Spanish. She worked in Washington, DC for a few years after college before attending Gonzaga University School of Law in Spokane, WA. After law school, she earned a Masters of Law in Taxation from the University of Washington in Seattle, WA.

Her personal passions include sailing, flying (she earned her private pilot license in high school), skydiving (over 1,000 skydives so far), photography, travel, great food, and spending time adventuring with her husband and two energetic young children.

In this episode, we talk about:

:: Megan's journey to finding passion and creativity as an estate planning attorney

:: Common myths and misconceptions around estate planning

:: What estate planning is and who should be thinking about it

:: Which health-directed documents are important for protecting our healthcare wishes

:: Her concept of a capacity committee

:: Specifics around powers of attorney

:: What may happen if estate planning is not done and you are not able to speak for yourself

To learn more about Megan's practice, visit https://www.meganlewislaw.com/

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If you enjoyed this episode, reviews are always welcome and appreciated!

If you are interested in working with me, visit https://www.peaceadvocacygroup.com/

If you have ideas for future episodes or want to send a message about anything else, go to https://www.speakpipe.com/MindingWellness

Jason Gootman is a Mayo Clinic Certified Wellness Coach and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach as well as a certified nutritionist and certified exercise physiologist. As an expert in behavior change and habit formation, Jason helps people turn knowledge and good intentions into action, habits, and results.

In this episode, we chat about:

:: his personal journey into wellness

:: what a wellness coach IS and IS NOT

:: his approach to using an experimental vs prescriptive mindset

:: what types of transformations are seen in wellness coaching

:: his vision for the future of healthcare

You can find Jason online:

https://ithriveeachday.wordpress.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasongootman/ https://www.facebook.com/jasongootman

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If you enjoyed this episode, reviews are always welcome and appreciated!

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In this episode, I am joined by a panel of experts in the healthcare field to discuss some key issues and concerns as well as insights into methods for improvements.

Our panel:

Dr. Jerrica Dodd 

• YourPharmacyadvocate.com
• Facebook:Your Pharmacy Advocate
• IG:@yourpharmacyadvocate @doctorjdodd

Dr. Marie-Christine Dix

• Chiropractor. Functional Medicine Practitioner. Medical Acupuncturist
• https://drmariechristinedix.com/
• info@drmariechristinedix.com
• Social media: @drmcdix
• https://uk.linkedin.com/in/dr-marie-christine-dix-d-c-9247b433

Brandt Markl, RPh

• brandtmarkl.isagenix.com

Dr. Chase DiMarco, MD/PhD-C, MBA

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/chasedimarco/

Zachary Ryland

• https://tier1performance.com/healthcare/

Janne Kyllönen is the Founder and Chief Product Officer at QuietOn. With a background as a physicist, Janne is a technological expert and uses his extensive background to drive product creation and improve user experience. Janne aims to create technology that makes life better. Before co-founding QuietOn, Janne worked at Nokia and Microsoft.

In this episode, we talk about:

:: his technological background and interest in this field

:: what noise cancellation is and how it compares to white noise

:: the environments in which this technology would be beneficial

:: the results of their research

For the book he mentioned click here. 

For more info on QuietOn, click here.

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Sarah's work as a mind body spirit mentor for the high preforming woman began 25 years ago as a spiritual seeker. After 12 years in the world of mental health and psychotherapy, 15 years of Yoga practice and a lifetime of self exploration and healing, she stepped out of mainstream practice and into the entrepreneurial world. Through all of these years and her work as an entrepreneur, she now puts it all together for the incredible and powerful women she mentors.

In this episode, we chat about:

:: her journey and expansion from traditional psychotherapy to a holistic approach

:: what parts of traditional mental health practice no longer resonate with her

:: her insights on connectedness vs oneness

You can find Sarah online at https://www.wholehealthcollab.com/sarah-dionne

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OR leave me a voicemail at speakpipe.com/MindingWellness

Joanne Giardini-Russell owns and operates a family insurance agency that specializes in Medicare. Medicare can be a stressful process for most people. She and her team have created a system to navigate people into the Medicare insurance system. They put you into the right Medicare products for your lives and your specific situation. Giardini Medicare is located in Michigan but can work with people in a number of states.

In this episode, we keep things simple with Medicare, covering:

:: what Medicare is and who is eligible

:: when people should start thinking about Medicare and planning

:: common mistakes people make regarding Medicare

:: a breakdown of Medigap and Medicare Advantage

:: what it looks like to work with a Medicare broker

You can find more info on Joanne at www.gmedicareteam.com and their YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCultc0MbUwceEfGkjZIGbxQ

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Authors Anthony Lo Cascio (Tap Dogs) and Staci Lo Cascio (Sesame Street Live!) are also professional tap dancers who understand the importance of the body’s well-being. When health challenges put their dance careers in jeopardy, they sought answers and eventually found food was their prescription. Their own journey to an anti-inflammatory lifestyle led them to write the best-selling handbook, “Food As A Prescription: A Handbook for Those Currently On or Prescribed a Gluten-free, Soy-free, Corn-free, and/or Dairy-free Diet”.

In this episode, we talked about:

:: their individual health journeys and how they ultimately came together

:: how their passion to help others developed

:: the challenges they faced as they altered their food choices and take

:: practical advice for others seeking to make dietary lifestyle shifts

:: what it's like to advocate for others in the health and wellness space

:: how the flow of dance parallels the flow of a healthy lifestyle

:: why they decided to write a book and what readers can find inside

You can find Anthony and Staci online at: www.foodasaprescription.com or www.locafoodsinc.com. Follow them on IG and Twitter @LOCAFoodsinc and on Facebook @FoodRxBook. 

You can find them dancing by searching #TapLife or www.taplifecompany.com.

This week is a solo episode about how stress impacts our immune system and ways in which to manage stress, including a short guided meditation. Enjoy!

As a former health care executive, Christin Collins thought she was doing everything she could to live a vibrant and healthy life; yet her health struggled. In her new book, Her Phoenix Rising, she shares her non-traditional journey to uncover the root cause of her ailments and discovers the foundation for optimal well-being. Christin is vice-chair of the Global Positive Health Institute Board of Directors, is a certified workplace mindfulness facilitator, certified holistic coach, executive coach, and an influencer, inspiring thousands to connect with their purpose, ultimate joy, and love. A sought-after speaker, Christin will be speaking at the next TEDx Westshore conference in Tampa, Florida, in October.

You can find Christin and her new book, Her Phoenix Rising, online at:

https://www.facebook.com/LivingItOnPurpose/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq7T81t61VL0x8Ixk5iOC4g?reload=9 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christin-collins-1034276/

https://christincollins.com/books/

Dr. Talya Miron-Shatz is an author, consultant, speaker and researcher who studies medical decision-making in a humanistic way, aiming to guarantee that people understand, and are genuinely part of, their care.

She has a Ph.D. in psychology and is an internationally acclaimed expert in medical decision making, with notable experience in both academia and in the healthcare industry, which has led to significant public outreach. She has over 60 academic publications on happiness and medical decision making, spanning information comprehension, patient participation in shared decision making, assessment of birth experiences, happiness, and more.

Talya's new book is a game-changer for making better decisions about our health. It is now available for pre-order at the link below!

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Life-Depends-Better-Choices/dp/1541646754

Twitter: @TalyaMironShatz

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talya-miron-shatz/

Instagram: dr.talya_mironshatz

In this week's solo episode, I talk about my recent close-to-death experience and the insights gained from that.

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This week, I talk all things confirmation bias in my solo episode.

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To explore ways to work with me, go to claudiacometa.com

In this solo episode, I share my thoughts on the paternalistic approach to medicine and why this is not effective.

To send me a voice message, go to speakpipe.com/mindingwellness

To work with me, go to https://www.peaceadvocacygroup.com

Pete Bombaci is a visionary business and social change leader who believes that by doing the right thing every day, exceptional results are created. In 2016, Pete launched his passion project, The GenWell Project, a human connection movement that has been in the making for over a decade, which has recently become more relevant than ever. The mission of The GenWell Project is to make the world a happier and healthier place by reminding people of them importance of face-to-face social connection and inspiring them to take action. The GenWell Project wants to be the reminder and the inspiration for people to take that action, and to date, thousands of people in close to two dozen countries have participated in The GenWell project’s twice-annual GenWell Weekends.

In this episode, we talk about:

:: Pete's journey from the alcohol/hospitality industry to finding a passion in human connection

:: how loneliness differs from being alone

:: how mental health and social health are different

:: how loneliness tangibly and negatively impacts our health

:: his mission and vision for GenWell and how others can get involved

You can find GenWell at www.genwellproject.org and on social media channels by searching GenWellProject.

Send me a message regarding this podcast anytime at speakpipe.com/mindingwellness. I would love to hear from you!

Dr. Andrea Leschak holds a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and is a Board-Certified Geriatric Pharmacist.

Her career spans more than 25+ years with experience in the community, as a consultant, and as an assistant professor. As a consultant she partnered with healthcare teams to optimize patient health outcomes, medication safety, and develop risk-mitigation strategies.

In 2019, after a challenging dive and observing the failure points associated with inadequate planning, she launched Wayfinder Advantage. There she helps clients off-load the heavy lifting associated with health risk-mitigation and travel safety planning.

She has an extensive history of both domestic and international travel, and honed her ability to create travel solutions while helping her own family manage cancer and dementia on the road.

In this episode, we chat about:

:: Andrea's extensive experience traveling and how she paired this passion with her healthcare background

:: why planning for travel is important and some of the downsides of not doing so

:: travel insurance options and how they may or may not cover what you need

:: how easy access to information on social media and other outlets may not be the best source

You can find Andrea online at https://wayfinderadvantage.com/ or on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/wayfinderadvantage.

You can send me messages with feedback, insights, or ideas for future episodes at https://www.speakpipe.com/MindingWellness.

Cindy Leach is a 45 yr old mother of 4 and 2x title pro athlete in the fitness industry. She is a breast implant illness survivor who has endured a major breast surgery as well as various health complications. She was recently diagnosed with 2 scalp diseases and will be bald permanently. It’s her mission to show that our true beauty is on the inside - how God sees us - and be a voice for other breast implant sufferers.

In this episode, we chat about:

:: Cindy's journey from the peak of her health to being diagnosed with breast implant illness

:: the constellation of symptoms she had and continues to experience

:: how her faith and mindset have helped her through the difficult times

:: how the medical system has failed her in many ways

You can find Cindy online here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/OydUSOrBk8I

TikTok and IG: @fitchickjunkie

Facebook: @cindyleach 

Email: cindyleachconsulting@gmail.com

I would love to hear your feedback, insights or suggestions for guests by going to https://www.speakpipe.com/MindingWellness

Susan Farah-Wind's daughter was diagnosed with thyroid cancer at age 16 while living in Mooresville, NC. She soon discovered that her daughter's cancer was part of a cluster of similar cancers, which led her down a path of seeking answers.

In this episode we chat about:

:: her daughter's symptoms and diagnosis

:: how she discovered the cancer cluster on her street

:: how and why she raised over $100k to fund research into the cause

:: how she discovered coal ash and its possible role in the identified cancer cluster cases

:: what she recommends for others to ensure their home and surrounding environment are safe

You can find her story on USA Today here. For more detailed information on the cancer clusters found in Susan's area, click here.

May is Celiac Disease Awareness Month!

Jenny Levine Finke is the founder of Good For You Gluten Free and a tireless advocate and educator for the gluten-free community. Her website receives more than one million visits each year. Jenny is an IIN-certified integrative nutrition coach specializing in helping people manage celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. She lives near Denver, Colorado with her husband and their two children.

In this episode, we chat about:

:: her personal diagnosis and journey with celiac disease

:: how celiac disease is diagnosed and common symptoms

:: the difference between celiac disease and gluten sensitivity

:: common myths about celiac disease

:: managing celiac disease, including social dynamics and travel

You can find Jenny at:

goodforyouglutenfree.com

guide.goodforyouglutenfree.com

instagram.com/goodforyouglutenfree 

To work with me, go to: claudiacometa.com

For virtual meditation class options, go to: https://claudiacometa.com/surrender-gym/