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Tired of gaining 5-10 lbs a year, despite doing your best to eat well? Wishing you could kick sugar cravings hitting hard at 3 PM as you experience a daily crash in energy? Fed up with anxiety and irritability affecting your focus and coping abilities? Longing for peaceful, uninterrupted sleep to wake up feeling refreshed? Want to end the digestive struggles and eat food without feeling like you’re 6 months pregnant? Struggling to make exercise a priority and fitting it into your busy life? ...
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Welcome to the Less Stressed Life. If you’re here, I bet we have a few things in common. We’re both in pursuit of a Less Stressed Life. But we don’t have it all figured out quite yet. We’re moms that want the best for our families, health practitioners that want the best for our clients and women that just want to feel better with every birthday. We’re health savvy, but we want to learn something new each day. The Less Stressed Life isn’t a destination, it’s a pursuit, a journey if you will. ...
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by the lovely Kiara Orbe, who is a trauma-trained integrative health practitioner. In this episode, we hear Kiara's healing journey. She realized through her journey and helping her clients, that trauma and nervous system healing was a huge missing piece for herself an…
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In this episode, we're diving deep into the buzzworthy topic of hormone balance and its impact on weight loss after 40. If you've ever been frustrated by those extra pounds that won't budge, no matter how little you eat or how much you exercise, this episode is for you. You've probably heard the term "balance your hormones" all over social media. B…
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In todays episode we are going to be chatting with Tomas Härenstam from Free League Publishing and we are going to talk about the history of the company and the game DragonBane Show Links Free League: https://freeleaguepublishing.com/ Dragon Bane: https://freeleaguepublishing.com/games/dragonbane/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/freeleaguepublis…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Danielle Hamilton. In this episode, we get super nerdy🤓 talking about circadian and quantum biology and how it impacts our metabolic health, inflammation, gut and hormones. Dani breaks down the different kinds of light, how they affect us, and why it is important. O…
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Are you over 40 and struggling to shed stubborn weight despite trying everything from eating less to exercising more, detoxing, and intermittent fasting? This episode is for you. Learn why weight loss can be more challenging after 40 and discover how boosting your metabolism can turn things around. First, understand that this isn't your fault—your …
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Do you have an on-again, off-again relationship with your healthy habits? You work out consistently for a few weeks, or eat well for a few days, then life gets busy and you find yourself back at square one. If this sounds familiar, you won't want to miss this episode. I'm going to share with you a powerful tip that has helped me and my clients main…
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Today I sit down with Glynn from Monkey Blood Design best known for the creation of the Midderlands setting, an amazing OSR setting. We talk about layout design, monster deisgn, local folklorem and so much more. Show Links Shop: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/7771/monkeyblood-design Web: http://monkeyblooddesign.co.uk Twitter: https://tw…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am excited to welcome back Dr. Elisa Song who is an integrative pediatrician. In this episode, Elisa tells us about her new book Healthy Kids, Happy Kids which is an evidence based guide to raising healthy kids in our modern world. Elisa bridges the gap between conventional and …
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Do you feel like your anxiety and irritability have become so pervasive that they're impacting your relationships and ability to cope with life, leading you to feel like you may have ADHD? If this sounds like you, then you're going to want to tune into today's episode. We're doing a deep dive into why you feel more anxious after 40 and what you can…
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Today I sit down with Eric from the Merry Mushmen as well as some of it's now expanded family with Liam and Joe as we talk about adventure design a new kickstarter, and so much more. Show Links Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/896102915/an-adventure-double-feature-by-the-merry-mushmen Merry Mushmen: https://www.themerrymushmen.com/…
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Does this sound familiar? Every afternoon around 3 PM, you hit a wall. The morning's energy fades, and you find yourself standing in front of the pantry, eyeing that last chocolate bar and contemplating a second cup of coffee. It’s like clockwork – a daily battle against the afternoon slump. But today, something's different. Instead of giving in to…
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In today's episode we are going to be chatting with James "Grim Jim" Desborough about creating games, reviewing games, the online TTRPG space, and just discovering a bit more about the man. Show Links Post-Mort: https://post-mort.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grimasaur Youtube: https://youtube.com/postmortemvideo & https://youtube.com/grimstrea…
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If you struggle with healthy eating consistency and often start off with good intentions only to throw in the towel after eating something you 'shouldn't,' then this episode is for you! Welcome back to episode 9! Today, I'm sharing a strategy that changed everything for me. It helped me overcome my perfectionist, all-or-nothing mentality towards fo…
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In todays episode we are going to be chatting with Joaquin from RPG.net and RPGMatch.org about how he created the tinder like site for RPG players Show Links Site: https://rpgmatch.org/ Forum: https://www.rpg.net/ Reach out to me! Web: https://www.theredcaps.net⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter / Blog: https://theredcaps.substack.com/ Intro music: Eyes Gone Wrong by …
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Do you love your carbs but feel like you need to cut them out of your diet to see weight loss results? If so, this episode is for you! I love this topic because I love my carbs, and I'm not willing to cut them out of my diet. I’ll be sharing some of my favorite strategies to enjoy them while achieving your weight loss goals. Why can carbs be proble…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Isaac Pohlman for Part 2, talking about all things blood sugar. If you missed Part 1, be sure to check out last week's episode. In this episode, Isaac talks about insulin resistance and it's contributors, what causes reactive hypoglycemia, the importance of minerals…
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Have you ever wondered if your bloodwork could help you understand why you're gaining weight and provide strategies to lose it? If so, you’re in the right place. In today's episode, we’re going to explore several key blood markers that can shed light on the root causes of weight gain, particularly focusing on markers related to insulin resistance a…
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In todays episode we are going to be chatting with Daniel from the Redwyrm to talk about music, gaming, and his 7yr old DM genius of a son. Show Links Web: https://www.wyrmden.com Twitter: https://x.com/redwyrmofficial Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redwyrmofficial Reach out to me! Web: https://www.theredcaps.net⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter / Blog: https://th…
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Have you ever been on a diet, lost weight, and felt amazing? You think, "This time is different! I'll maintain the weight loss," and maybe you even get rid of your pre-weight loss clothes. But then, life happens. Fast forward a few months, and not only have you regained the weight, but you've gained even more. If this sounds like you, you have to s…
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In todays episode we are going to be chatting with Brenden from Hammer City Games to talk about the Canadian gaming scene and his new kickstarter Earth After Death. Show Links Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hammercitygames/earth-ad-post-apocalyptic-survival-roleplaying Web: https://www.hammercitygames.com/ Twitter: https://twitte…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Isaac Pohlman who is a registered dietician. In this episode, Isaac tells me how his personal health story led him to helping adults with type 1, 2, and prediabetes. Isaac tells us why everyone should be concerned about blood sugar, what biomarkers he looks at with …
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In today's episode, we discover the overlap of symptoms between perimenopause and elevated cortisol and help you uncover the steps to take to reverse these pesky symptoms. Common symptoms of both perimenopause and elevated cortisol: Weight Gain (especially in your midsection) Menstrual changes Increased cellulite Changes in gut health Accumulating …
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In todays episode we are going to be chatting with Harmony Ginger, a DM who has been experimenting with her game using 1:1 time and Braunstein gaming concepts and chatting about it on Twitter. Show Links Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gingerblast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@harmony_ginger Reach out to me! Web: https://www.theredcaps.net⁠⁠⁠ Spea…
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In today's episode I sit down with Ross from Mythic Mountain RPG a folk RPG gaming club in Kentucky and we chat about what folk gaming is, the OSR in general, and recorded sessions. Show Links Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mythicmountainsrpg Podcast: https://adventuresinthevaletaverncast.podbean.com Reach out to me! Web: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theredca…
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Welcome back to Episode 4 of "Master Your Metabolism After 40"! Today, we're delving into three common mistakes that can significantly impact your journey to optimal health and weight management, especially as you navigate perimenopause and your 40s. At a high level, we'll cover macros, small vs large meals, and late-night eating. By making strateg…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am excited to be joined by Gay Hendricks. In this episode, Gay tells us how to find our Zone of Genius, which he talks about in his book, The Big Leap. Your genius is that activity or way of being that you are uniquely suited to do. Gay tells how to discover what you love doing …
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In today's episode I sit down with John Johnson from the non-profit group "Lets Quest After School" which helps schools and libraries setup gaming groups for kids and provides them with great resources. Show Links John on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsQuest501c3 Find out More: https://www.letsquestafterschool.org TTRPGKids: https://www.ttrpgkids…
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Hello lovely, Welcome back to another exciting episode of the podcast! Today, I'm thrilled to share with you my absolute favorite strategy for shedding weight and maintaining it effortlessly, especially after hitting the milestone of 40. Throughout this episode, we'll explore a common struggle many of us face when it comes to making healthy choices…
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Hi beautiful! Welcome back to another episode of the podcast! Today, we're tackling a topic that's often overlooked but incredibly crucial: shedding weight after 40 without resorting to drastic diet changes. As we hit our 40s, our bodies undergo significant changes, leaving many of us feeling frustrated and confused. If you've been experiencing sud…
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Hi lovely! Welcome to the very first episode of my podcast! I'm thrilled to kick things off by diving into a topic that hits close to home for many of us: the changes our bodies undergo as we approach or hit our 40s, including perimenopause and menopause. In this episode, I'll take you on a journey through my own experiences and struggles with horm…
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Welcome! On this podcast, you will find practical tools to help you shed weight, regain your energy and feel like yourself again as you navigate your 40s and beyond. My mission is to demystify hormonal, metabolic, and mindset stressors and give you simple nutrition, exercise, stress management and mindset tools to address the root cause of the sudd…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by the lovely August Brice of TechWellness. In this episode, August tells us how EMF (electromagnetic fields) affects our health and wellness. We talk about the research August has done and how to get the most bang for your buck when it comes to EMF protection devices.…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Patrick Sullivan, co-founder of one of my favorite supplement companies, Jigsaw Health. In this episode, we talk about how and why Jigsaw Health was created, different forms of magnesium, minerals, muscle cramps, supplement sourcing, pickleball and more! This was su…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am honored to be joined by holistic physician and lecturer, Dr. Bradley Nelson. In this episode, Dr. Nelson tells us his story of how he went from a computer programmer to a chiropractor who specialized in releasing trapped emotions stored within the body. He gives examples of h…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Tom Cowan who was previously a general practicing medical doctor. He is a well known author and speaker. In this episode, we mainly discuss Tom's book Human Heart, Cosmic Heart where he studied the claim made by Rudolf Steiner that the heart is not a pump. Tom prese…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am so excited to be joined by Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried! In this episode, Sara tells us about her healing journey after learning she was suffering from pre-autoimmune disease. Through her experience, she learned there weren't many resources to help people with their autoimmunity, …
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I have on the lovely Dr. Ellen Cutler who has a chiropractic degree, is a best selling author and international speaker. In this episode, we talk about how we both have a passion for helping people digest their food better. Ellen talks about what digestive enzymes are, what they d…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by McClain Haines who is a microbiome nerd. 🤓 In this episode, we talk about one of my favorite topics, immunoglobulins! We are going to nerd out on what bovine serum IgG or antibodies are, what they do, how they can truly address the underlying cause of inflammation i…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, Jennifer Nurick joins me. In this episode we dive into insecure attachment styles, what they are, and some examples. We talk about how to help support your children to form secure attachments and we deep dive into anxious attachments. Tune in for healthy relationship tips! KEY TAK…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am excited to be joined by Ashok Gupta who is the mind behind The Gupta Program and a leading expert in the field of neuroimmune conditioned syndromes (NICS). In this episode, Ashok tells us about how he became interested in brain retraining, what it is, and how he was able to h…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by the lovely Cecily Braden who is an esthetician, educator, and innovator. In this episode, Cecily tells us her story, tools and techniques she uses for lymphatic drainage, the benefits of lymphatic drainage, and how she came to create her own unique lymphatic brush. …
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Dr. Robert Whitfield who is a sought-after expert for his treatment of Breast Implant Illness (BII) and for his surgical mastery for breast implant removal and reconstruction. In this episode, Dr. Whitfield tells us how he became interested in BII, the common sympto…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, my co-pilot, Jenna DeKok joins me to tag team the topic of how we approach addressing mold with our clients. We talk about where mold enters the body, dead-ringer symptoms, testing and more! We want to give the disclaimer that we are not environmental experts. We are here to offer…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, Michael Rubino has returned for a follow up episode. Michael is an air quality expert, wellness advocate, and founder of HomeCleanse. In this episode, we talk about do-it-yourself mold inspection, important things to watch out for with new construction, common places mold is found…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I have Jenna DeKok, my incredible co-pilot and fellow registered dietician in my practice, back. In this episode, Jenna tells us her story of how following popular diet culture beliefs didn't best serve her and how she overcame and rewired her beliefs based on her experience. This…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am excited to have return guest, Emily Kiberd. Emily is a chiropractor, mama, and founder of Thyroid Strong. In this episode, Emily tells us about her most recent mold remediation experience. She has some FANTASTIC tips since she has been through FIVE different mold remediations…
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Send us a Text Message. This is our last week for encore episodes. This week's encore features return guest Campbell Will who is a physiotherapist and breathwork specialist. In this episode, we dive into the science of breath-work and how you can use it for self regulation and stress mitigation. KEY TAKEAWAYS: The bio-mechanics of breath-work & how…
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Send us a Text Message. For the next few weeks on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I will be republishing our most popular episodes. Hair loss, cold hands and feeling tired are the big three for a sluggish thyroid. But relapsing gut issues, slow motility, sleep disruption, brain fog, slow metabolism, inflammation, low mood or anxiety, and dry skin c…
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Send us a Text Message. For the next few weeks on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I will be republishing our most popular episodes. This week I am bringing back this episode I did with the lovely Dr. Jessica Peatross. Jess is an outspoken medical doctor online that talks all about stealth infections with grace. People seem very interested in parasi…
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Send us a Text Message. For the next few weeks on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I will be republishing our most popular episodes. As a gut health nerd, I'm excited to bring this one back! In this episode, I was joined by the renowned research microbiologist, Kiran Krishnan. This episode is a MUST listen if you have a microbiome. Forget everything…
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