The Vital Side Podcast

Themes: Insomnia, Sleep Habits, Improve Sleep Naturally Do you suffer from insomnia? Do you have issues getting to sleep or staying asleep? Today's guest, Devin Burke, helps exhausted insomniacs stay asleep so they can wake up with more "peace, power, and presence." He is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, renowned sleep coach and founder of Sleep Science Academy. Devin was named "One of the Top 10 Coaches of 2023" by USA Today and has studied innovative holistic coaching methods from some of the world's top health and human performance experts. Hear his tips for identifying and improving your sleep habits. Show Notes: - Sleep is one of the most important tools for your health because it affects your entire life - Your physical, mental, and emotional well-being can decrease the more sleep you lose - You are not broken; lack of sleep is not a problem, it's a symptom - Different types of insomnia and classifications on how extreme each type can be person to person - The Three "P's" or patterns people develop that decrease sleep - Importance of "being" vs "doing" and allowing your body and mind to rest to let sleep happen naturally Resources: - Visit Sleep Science Academy: https://sleepscienceacademy.com/ - Instagram: @sleepscienceacademy - FREE Sleep Support Masterclass -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside or TikTok: @myvitalside -Click here to get the "Release Meditation Series" - Visit Lindsay's Website - Click here for Lindsay's FREE Brain Retraining Guide - Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co - Visit Cait's Website - Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass

Themes: Women's Health, Menstrual Health, Balancing Hormones Episode: Have you come across ALL the misconceptions about menstrual health? In this episode, Lindsay will debunk some of these myths with leading expert, Kate Morton. Kate is a dietician with a masters in human clinical nutrition. She discusses her story about facing hormonal challenges after quitting birth control. Kate's personal experience fueled her to create Funk It Wellness, a brand dedicated to menstrual health. They provide high quality food based vitamins for hormonal balance as well as help navigate and embrace your menstrual cycle with confidence and ease. Hear her tips and tricks on what to eat and how to better manage your body during your menstrual cycle. Show Notes: - Kate's journey from quitting birth control to learning more about her menstrual cycle and hearing from other people who have had similar struggles - Normalizing talking about menstrual cycles and women's health - Many women grow up not understanding what's happening with their bodies due to lack of health education - Top misconceptions about menstrual cycles, including having a "bad" period or painful period - Different stages of the menstrual cycle and tips for what to eat, how to regulate caffeine intake, and what types of exercise to help balance hormones during the different stages of your cycle - PMS and the biggest root causes - Tracking your cycle and Kate's favorite apps to use Resources: -To check out Release Meditation series, click here and use the code "release30" to be one of 30 people to claim for just $10! - Kate's Instagram: @carbsandkate - Use code "rewire" for 20% off on: Funk It Wellness - Or visit Funk It's Instagram at: @funk.it.wellness or TikTok @funkitwellness - Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside or TikTok: @myvitalside - Visit Lindsay's Website - Click here for Lindsay's free brain retraining guide - Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co - Visit Cait's Website - Click here for Cait's free masterclass

Themes: Chronic Illness, Nervous System Regulation, Mind-Body Connection, Neuroplasticity, Brain Retraining Episode: Do you still have questions about what brain retraining is, and how it can help alleviate your chronic physical symptoms/illness? Lindsay is joined by health practitioner Ashok Gupta to discuss reframing chronic illness, how to realistically approach brain retraining, and how his neurological research led him to the healing science of brain retraining. Show Notes: -Ashok describes his own struggles with chronic symptoms; how he discovered how brain retraining/neuroplasticity can help alleviate pain; setting up his first clinic and publishing a medical hypothesis -Discussing the nervous system's effect on chronic symptoms; "centralized sensation"; communicating a new way of being -How to retrain the brain; communicating to the "generals" in your body that the "fight is over"; the importance of repetition in neuroplasticity -The Gupta program and how it helps clients find relief from chronic symptoms through focusing on brain retraining -Lindsay and Ashok explains the science behind brain retraining -How trauma is stored in the body; brain/body communication -Finding the balance of physical changes for your health (medications, diet changes, etc) and implementing brain retraining in a serious way -Relearning how emotions feel in your body; standing witness to what's going on in the brain -Why healing and brain retraining are lifelong experiences Resources: -Follow Rewire on Instagram here -Follow Ashok on Instagram here -Start the Gupta program with a free trial here -Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co -Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside -Visit Lindsay's Website *ALL the content talked about in these episodes should not be used as medical advice. These episodes are to be used for informational purposes only.

Themes: Nervous System Regulation, Mind-Body Connection Episode: Do you have a tendency to overthink your decisions, or to ignore the signals your body sends you when you are faced with difficult choices? Cait shares five reasons why you should be consulting with your body more than your mind, and how to begin fostering that connection. Show Notes: -Reason one: The 80/20 rule. 80% of your thoughts, feelings, actions and habits are a result of the information that's being communicated form your body to your brain. Only 20% comes from your brain; yet we are often told that our mindset is the number one important thing. If we're only using our minds or letting our minds always lead, we are missing 80% of the puzzle as to what's really happening inside of us. -Reason two: Story follows state. The thought and ideas we have about what's possible is the result of the state of our nervous system. Whatever state we're operating from dictates our thoughts. -Reason three: The body speaks a different languag ; "felt sense"'; if we only use our mind, we are missing all the important cues and information that our bodies are trying to communicate with us. -Reason four: Our body is a show system, not a tell system. It must be shown and not simply told what is safe. -Reason five: The body remembers what the mind forgets. -Our minds are important, but our bodies and nervous systems must be prioritized in order to achieve our desires in a way that feels easeful, more fulfilling and more sustainable. Resources: -Follow Rewire on Instagram here -Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co -Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside -Visit Lindsay's Website *ALL the content talked about in these episodes should not be used as medical advice. These episodes are to be used for informational purposes only.

Themes: Brain Development, Early Childhood Development, Parenting Episode: How can we ensure that our childrens' brains are developing in a healthy way, especially in a society that is ever-reliant on potentially harmful things like technology? Cait is joined by Dr. Karla Melenbacher, who uses her neurology expertise combined with a functional medicine approach to help her patients. She shares some ways on how to foster healthy brain development in your own children at home. Dr. Karla Mehlenbacher specializes in helping individuals overcome neurological challenges using Integrative Neurology and Functional Medicine. With a focus on dysautonomia, neurodiversity and developmental disorders, she offers comprehensive care tailored to each person's unique needs, aiming to empower them on their path to wellness. Show Notes: -How Dr. Karla got her start in neuroanatomy and what led to her interest in children's neurodevelopment; how functional neurology is growing; how her own health issues growing up led her towards her career -How the lack of motor activity/control in children can lead to delays in brain development; discussing the "tree" metaphor -How integrating with your environment properly as an infant fosters safety in your mind and body, and how modern products are impeding this integration -Playing "defense" against modern society and its negative effects on the brain development of children -Why rediscovering and fostering proper sensory motor integration in children is simpler than it sounds Resources: -Visit Dr. Karla's website here -Contact Dr. Karla at info@takerootcn.com -Follow Rewire on Instagram here -Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co -Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside -Visit Lindsay's Website *ALL the content talked about in these episodes should not be used as medical advice. These episodes are to be used for informational purposes only.

Themes: Nervous System Regulation Episode: How can we learn to communicate effectively with our nervous systems? Cait explains the language of our "command and control centers"- and how to harness healthy regulation to powerfully manifest our desires. Show Notes: -Why our nervous system is our "command and control center" -Learning the language of our nervous system, which through our felt sense; it's a "show" system, not a "tell" system -"Showing" our nervous system by building capacity through cultivating safety -Why manifestation is an uphill battle without including your nervous system in the process -Cultivating safety through the practice of orienting; Cait leads listeners through an orienting activity Resources: -Follow Rewire on Instagram here -Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co -Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside -Visit Lindsay's Website *ALL the content talked about in these episodes should not be used as medical advice. These episodes are to be used for informational purposes only.

Themes: Mental Health/Anxiety, Nervous System Regulation, "Busy Brain," Brain retraining, Neurology Episode: Do you struggle with racing thoughts? Do you find it difficult to relax and "shut off" your brain, to the detriment of your mental health and well-being? Physician, author and award-winning speaker Dr. Romie joins Cait to discuss her brainSHIFT programs, how to calm a "Busy Brain," and more. Dr. Romie is a board-certified physician who brings together more than two decades of leadership in neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness. She is an award-winning speaker working with Fortune 500 companies, professional athletes, & global associations. Her brainSHIFT programs improve mental well-being and help to build a culture of wellness. Dr. Romie serves as Chief Wellness Officer for Evolution Hospitality, where she scaled a mindfulness & wellness program to over 7,000 employees. Her expertise is featured in the national media, such as NPR, NBC, TED talks, and Forbes. Her first book, "The Busy Brain Cure" published by Harper Collins, released in January 2024. Show Notes: -How Dr. Romie transitioned from traditional western medicine into the wellness space she is in today; discovering her intuitive nature, and fighting her inner critic to make the shift into her current career -What a "busy brain" is and how it presents in our modern everyday lives; the stimulant/sedative cycle and how Dr. Romie found her way out of it; how chronic stress and anxiety affects the body -Dr. Romie explains her 8 week protocol for the "busy brain" cure -How Dr. Romie uses her protocols and programs to help high achievers find relief from "busy brain" and chronic stress/anxiety; why her programs are the real deal, the research behind them, and the tremendous success they have had on clients -Resources -Click here to take the "Busy Brain" test -Read "The Busy Brain Cure" here -Click to follow Dr. Romie on: Instagram and LinkedIn -Visit Dr. Romie's website here -Follow Rewire on Instagram here -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside -Visit Lindsay's Website -Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co -Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass *ALL the content talked about in these episodes should not be used as medical advice. These episodes are to be used for informational purposes only.

Themes: Weight Loss, Brain retraining, Nutrition Episode: Trigger warning: Eating disorders Have you attempted to lose weight with frustrating results? Do you struggle with sticking to a diet plan? Dietician and nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein joins Lindsay to discuss why elimination/fad diets and extreme restrictive eating is not the healthy path towards weight loss. Hear Ilana's struggles with her weight as a child, how she fixed her negative relationship with food, and how she helps her clients do the same. Dietitian, nutritionist, bestselling author, and mother of three, Ilana Muhlstein, MS, RD, is a highly sought-after global health and wellness expert. Her rise to fame has been fueled by her relatable weight loss journey and sharp intellect. Her mission is to show people that a healthy lifestyle is easier and much more attainable than they think. She has established a thriving private practice and amassed a huge online following devoted to inspiring her fans and clients to achieve their full health potential. Ilana has developed a bestselling weight loss program called the 2B Mindset and is the author of the Wall Street Journal's bestselling book, You Can Drop It, and her first cookbook, Love The Food That Loves You Back.. Show Notes: -Ilana's experience with weight gain as a kid, and how she broke through traditional toxic weight loss tactics, discovering her own healthy way to lose weight and maintain it; her path to becoming a registered dietitian and helping her own clients -How Ilana reframed her relationship with the scale -Tools Ilana learned to use to help her lose weight realistically and in a healthy way; including approaching it two pounds at a time -Switching one small habit at a time, which compounds into massive change -Discussing how to approach eating disorders delicately and appropriately -Why fad diets fail; learning to take a self-directed approach to weight loss, and tailoring your journey personally -Reshaping your relationship with food and how to connect with Ilana Resources: -Follow Ilana on Instagram here -Visit Ilana's Website - Use PODCAST10 to get $10 off your first meal- receive an extra 5% off when you subscribe! (www.ilanameals.com) -Follow Rewire on Instagram here -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside -Visit Lindsay's Website -Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co -Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass *ALL the content talked about in these episodes should not be used as medical advice. These episodes are to be used for informational purposes only.

Themes: Mold/Mold-Induced Illness, Chronic Illness, Nervous System Regulation Episode: Have you experienced mold-induced illness/symptoms? Lindsay is joined by indoor environment consultant Brian Karr, who had a harrowing experience with mold in his home that caused frustrating physical symptoms. Brian then made it his life's work and career to help clients keep their homes safe from toxins and find better regulation through safe indoor surroundings and environments. Brian Karr, a second-generation indoor environmental consultant, specializes in assisting hypersensitive individuals with complex medical conditions by identifying and addressing mold, mycotoxins, and other indoor pathogens in their homes, leading to significant improvements in their health. As the co-founder of We Inspect and The Dust Test, Brian has become a recognized authority on mold and biotoxin issues for medical professionals nationwide, having assisted over 5,000 hypersensitive individuals in creating healthier living environments. Beyond his consulting role, Brian is dedicated to education within the environmental and health industries and among consumers. He accomplishes this through speaking engagements at international health conferences and industry training symposiums. Additionally, Brian democratizes knowledge through his popular podcast, #moldfinders: RADIO, and comprehensive training programs that empower both consumers and health practitioners to properly navigate mold and biotoxin issues. Show Notes: -Brian shares his personal story of mold invading his home environment, and how this lead him to founding his company We Inspect; the symptoms he experienced and how he healed from them -The connection between environment and health; the research behind it and why it's important -Dissipating the fear around mold; working through the trauma that comes from experiencing mold-induced illnesses -Brian explains "The Dust Test" -Options and aspects to consider if your home does test positive for mold or other toxins -The relevance of nervous system regulation to a safe and non toxic home environment -Discussing the "personal cloud effect" -How to get in touch with Brian and schedule a free consult with We Inspect Resources: -Click here to book a free call with Brian's company We Inspect -Follow Rewire on Instagram here -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside -Visit Lindsay's Website -Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co -Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass *ALL the content talked about in these episodes should not be used as medical advice. These episodes are to be used for informational purposes only.

Themes: Nervous System Regulation, Pregnancy, Motherhood Episode: Are you struggling to stay regulated during your pregnancy? Lindsay talks listeners through her personal experience during her first trimester-how the changes she experienced physically disrupted her regulation, how she coped with these changes, and destigmatizing the ups and downs of the first trimester. Show Notes: -Lindsay discusses the "Riding the Waves of Pregnancy" email series -Battling intrusive thoughts during the first trimester; normalizing the experience of emotional dysregulation during this time -Lindsay's mantra that she used during her first trimester: "This experience is temporary, and I trust my body." -Learning to surrender to your pregnancy; embracing dissociation; reframing harmful thoughts -Determining and defining the person and mother you want to be; coming back to your authentic self Resources: -Follow Rewire on Instagram here -Join the "Riding the Waves of Pregnancy" email series (as mentioned in the episode) -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside -Visit Lindsay's Website -Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co -Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass *ALL the content talked about in these episodes should not be used as medical advice. These episodes are to be used for informational purposes only.