The Vital Side Podcast

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.  

Themes: Nervous System Regulation, Trauma Healing, Vibro-Acoustic Therapy Episode: Do you struggle with fitting mindfulness into daily life? Relaxation Technologist Craig Goldberg joins Cait and Lindsay to discuss the development of his company inHarmony, in which he uses Vibro-Acoustic technology to help people find more peace and fulfillment in their lives.  Craig Goldberg is a Relaxation Expert and Technologist on a quest to help humanity achieve a deeper sense of inner calmness through the use of sound-and-vibration technology. He is a Vibro-Acoustic Therapy Practitioner, and his work is backed by 40+ years of research showing the many benefits of this type of therapy, based on technical acoustics and vibration technology. He is also a patented inventor, constantly exploring new ways to use sound and vibration to help people reduce stress and anxiety, heal, and transform their lives for the better. Craig is passionate about his work and truly believes in its ability to provide a path toward a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Show Notes: -Rewire sale announcement from Vital-Side (use code Memorial20 for 20% off) -Craig’s story of how he came to be a “relaxation expert”; discovering how trauma affects the body; how his wife’s gluten intolerance led to researching inflammation and the effects of outside factors on our stress -Battling intrusive thoughts, combating stress and trauma -Craig dives into the power of sound and vibration frequency and its therapeutic benefits; the slower brainwave state that happens during meditation  -Discussing Craig’s company inHarmony and how the products they develop aid in cultivating mindfulness and helping stressed out customers/clients reach meditative states -Why sound is such a strong neuroplastic tool that helps combat a dysregulated nervous system -How to overcome the obstacles of creating a practice that is realistic for you personally Resources: -Visit Craig’s company’s website here -Follow Craig on Instagram here -Use Memorial20 for 30% off Rewire (as mentioned in the episode) -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, Perfectionism, Overcoming Childhood Trauma Trigger warning: Drug addiction  Episode: Do you struggle with the debilitating and inevitable burnout that comes along with being a perfectionist? Have you ever considered the idea that you could be addicted to stress? Lindsay and Cait are joined by Balance and Relationship Advisor Naketa Ren Thigpen, a recovering stress addict and reformed perfectionist who coaches high achievers into finding more healthy balance in their lives. Hear about Naketa’s origins from a chaotic upbringing, to how she got into helping her clients learn how to be “intentionally selfish” and rewire their nervous systems.  Naketa Ren Thigpen is on a mission to build stronger families that L.E.A.V.E new multi-generational imprints from their self-actualized wholeness at the intersection of work life balance, sustainable business, mental health, and fulfilling intimate relationships. Show Notes: -Mother’s Day gift announcement from Lindsay -An intro to Naketa, her childhood and early memories of trauma, and being “parentified” at a young age  -Nurturing your inner child and offering yourself forgiveness -Naketa’s experience being addicted to stress; how her perfectionism and high achieving tendencies affected her; learning to rewire her brain and rewrite her own narrative -Naketa’s formulas for balance and joy; being a “reformed perfectionist”; learning to set healthy boundaries -Learning to be “intentionally selfish”; energy management and exploring new tools for nervous system regulation Resources: -Click to follow Naketa on: Instagram and LinkedIn -Visit Naketa’s website here -Click here for the free Mother’s Day Gift for pregnant moms (as mentioned in the episode) -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, Trauma, Mind-body Connection, Somatics Episode: Why is it important to consider the nervous system when we are trying to heal our physical bodies? Why does dysregulation present itself in the form of physical symptoms, and how can we address this? Lindsay is joined by Somatic Experiencing Practitioner Karden Rubin, an expert on nervous system related illnesses and psychophysiology. Hear how Kardin helps his clients heal physically by addressing the needs of their nervous systems, how we hold childhood trauma in our bodies, the importance of somatic experiencing, and more. Karden Rabin is the co-founder of Somia, co-creator of the Heal Program, co-author of the upcoming book The Secret Language of the Body and a Somatic Experiencing practitioner who specializes in treating nervous system related illnesses. As an expert in the field of stress, trauma and psychophysiology, his work is dedicated to helping people recover from nervous system related illnesses so they can live productive and fully expressed lives. Over the past decade, Karden has developed and led programming for The Wounded Warrior Project;  Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health; and is a regular contributor to Bessel Van Der Kolk’s Trauma Research Foundation. Show Notes: -Karden shares how he got into somatic experiencing, including his own struggles with physical pain -The importance of finding the root emotional causes behind physical pain; looking beyond the superficial -Addressing the mind-body connection and the body’s physiological response to stressors; what is being communicated to your body through your stress responses? -Repressed pain/emotion and your body’s felt experience; how Karden discovered somatic experiencing -How to go down the “path to feeling”; learning to experience your repressed emotions; Karden leads listeners through a somatic exercise -The importance of rest  Resources: -Click here to find Somia’s website and follow Somia on Instagram here -Follow Karden on Instagram 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.