The Charlene Gisele Show

Burnout, Work Addiction & Marriage: How to Navigate Stress at Home & Work

In this critical functional medicine episode, I sit down with Dr. Jill Carnahan, MD, a medical detective, breast cancer survivor at 25, and leading expert on environmental toxicity. Dr. Jill reveals how conventional medicine keeps missing the root cause of chronic illness: the toxic load from our environment. She shares her shocking personal journey, explaining how her idyllic childhood exposed her to the very chemicals that triggered her cancer.Dr. Jill exposes the invisible epidemic of mold toxicity, explaining why up to 50% of U.S. homes may have mold and how the resulting mycotoxins, as small as a virus particle, are inhaled and suppress immune function. Learn why brain fog and fatigue are the number one and two symptoms of mold exposure , and how this toxicity is fueling the skyrocketing rates of cancer, autoimmunity, and dementia.Whether you're a professional struggling with fatigue, a new homeowner, or just seeking to detox, Dr. Jill provides free testing methods, home safety tips (including the 48-hour rule for water leaks ), and the non-negotiable three pillars for rebuilding your health: Clean Air, Clean Water, Clean Food.Wounded Healer Journey: How breast cancer at 25 led Dr. Jill to functional medicine.Toxicity Epidemic: 300,000 chemicals released annually, plus forever chemicals (PFAS) in nonstick pans.Mold vs. Mycotoxins: Why the invisible toxins are more dangerous than visible mold.Cognitive Crisis: Why brain fog and fatigue are the #1 and #2 symptoms of mold exposure.Free Testing: Use a symptom timeline and the Visual Contrast Test (VCT) to check for biotoxin illness.New Home Guide: Red flags, the 48-hour rule for water damage, and the best ERMI/QPCR dust testing.Immune Resilience Crisis: How the 6-month immune suppression post-COVID reactivates dormant viruses like Epstein-Barr and Lyme disease.Microplastic Dilemma: Why tap water is the safer choice than sun-exposed plastic bottles.Detox Trifecta: The combination of glutathione, liver support, and binders that actually works.Dr. Jill doesn't just talk about environmental toxicity. She proves that with proper testing and targeted detoxification, people can recover from conditions that stumped 40 other doctors.01:49 Dr. Jill's story: breast cancer at 25 and the farm toxicity connection.07:53 Environmental toxicity 101: 300,000 chemicals and forever chemicals explained.13:35 The #1 and #2 symptoms of mold exposure you need to know.16:18 FREE testing methods: timeline analysis and visual contrast tests.20:44 The shocking truth: 1 in 2 homes may have mold exposure.21:12 Buying a new home: red flags, fixable problems, and what to test.34:09 The longevity crisis: why immune resilience matters more than biohacking.43:37 Microplastic dilemma: tap water vs. plastic bottles (the surprising answer).45:07 Detox protocols: glutathione, liver support, and binders that work.Dr. Jill's Book & Clinic:Unexpected: Finding Resilience Through Functional Science, and Faith: Available on Amazon.Dr. Jill Carnahan's website: https://jillcarnahan.comDr. Jill's products and services: https://drjillhealth.comFree Visual Contrast Testing: https://survivingmold.com or https://freevctesting.comOther Testing Resources:ERMI/QPCR dust testing: Available through environmental testing labs.Urinary mycotoxin testing: Multiple labs available (consult with functional medicine practitioner).🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlène-gisèle-bourliout/What We Cover:Timestamps:Resources:📲 Connect with Me:

In this flow state mastery episode, I sit down with Steven Puri, former film studio executive and startup founder who's raised over $20 million venture. We expose why traditional productivity advice keeps high performers burnt out. And we reveal how understanding your brain energy can unlock sustainable excellence.Steven reveals why the last minute rush is slowly destroying you. He explains how Ron Bass writes $2 million scripts by refusing to speak to his family before 9am. He destroys the myths around hustle culture and shows you how to do your best work in less time without burning out.Whether you're a type A overachiever who procrastinates until 1am, a team leader watching your people work inefficiently, or a professional convinced you need to sacrifice sleep for success, this conversation will revolutionize how you think about productivity. It will show you that flow states aren't just for artists. They're for anyone willing to understand their chronotype.What we cover:Time boxing revelation: why declaring time limits makes tasks magically fitThe procrastination paradox: how type A achievers create their own dramaChronotype awareness: discovering when you do your best work naturallyThe 15 to 23 minute rule: how long it takes to drop into flow statesEmail epidemic solutions: why inbox zero is a pipe dream (and what to do instead)Ron Bass morning ritual: the $2 million screenwriter who won't talk before 9amLocation triggers: how Roland Emmerich's $5 million villa unlocks creativityMusic and flow: why 60 to 90 BPM ambient tracks help you focusBrown noise discovery: how Himalayan rain became the third most popular playlistBeauty as fuel: why galleries and operas feed creative workSocial media as smoking: the next generation's view of our distraction epidemicSukha origin story: how a Bali honeymoon named a flow state companySteven doesn't just talk about productivity hacks. He proves that with proper time boxing, chronotype awareness, and flow state triggers, high performers can achieve more in less time. And they can actually have energy left for their families.Timestamps:04:38 – Time boxing explained: why declaring time limits makes tasks fit08:24 – Chronotype discovery: finding your natural productivity rhythms15:36 – Email scheduling: the thoughtful leader's secret weapon20:41 – Flow states defined: Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's groundbreaking research25:09 – The 15 to 23 minute drop in rule and why interruptions kill flow29:29 – Charlene's French assembly debate: the first conscious flow experience35:05 – Music for flow: why opera distracts but classical music activates42:20 – Location association: how $5 million villas and Hilton rooms trigger creativity48:21 – Environment and beauty: why museums and galleries fuel keynote writing52:12 – Film industry lessons: what Hollywood taught about sustainable performance01:01:26 – The Bali honeymoon story: how Sukha got its Sanskrit nameResources:The Sukha Company (flow state app): https://thesukha.co (7 day free trial)Steven Puri on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/stevenpuriCal Newport's "Deep Work": https://calnewport.com/writingMihaly Csikszentmihalyi's "Flow" book: https://amazon.com/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Perennial-Classics/dp/0061339202Steven Kotler's Flow Research Collective: https://flowresearchcollective.com📲 Connect with Me:🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/

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In this creative disruption episode, I sit down with Duncan Bruce, brand innovation expert who's worked with hundreds of the world's most iconic brands, to expose why corporate environments are killing creativity and how releasing intuition can transform burnt out teams into passionate innovators.From revealing why the best lawyers and bankers are actually highly creative people to explaining how a simple medicine walk can reboot jaded thinking, Duncan destroys the myths around creativity and shows you how co-creative experiences can turn skeptical teams into evangelists for change.Whether you're a burnt out professional who thinks creativity isn't for you, a team leader watching your people lose their spark, or a corporate executive who cares about the bottom line more than touchy-feely workshops, this conversation will revolutionize how you think about innovation and show you that creativity isn't a talent you're born with but a muscle you can train.What we cover:The creativity myth: why "I'm not creative" is the biggest lie we tell ourselvesLawyers and bankers as creatives: how the best professionals are highly creative thinkersPermission and intuition: releasing the dam of possibility in corporate environmentsThe school music trauma: how childhood criticism kills lifelong creative confidenceHappy accidents and listening: Native American wisdom for noticing what's always thereLocation matters: why disconnection from the office unlocks creative breakthroughsThe medicine walk technique: one hour that changes how you see the world foreverCo-creation power: why creating together beats individual creativity every timeSurrealist principles: random connections and disruption as innovation toolsHierarchy breakdown: how non-hierarchical events release unexpected brillianceBurnout and creativity: why creativity is the first thing to go under stressBottom line impact: proof that creative disruption drives millions in revenueDuncan doesn't just run workshops. He proves that with the right environment, permission structure, and experiential techniques, even the most cynical corporate teams can reconnect with their innate creativity and transform both culture and profitability.Timestamps:03:18 – Creativity defined: the release of intuition and flow05:09 – Why lawyers and bankers are actually highly creative people12:04 – How corporate roles constrain us and kill creativity from childhood17:19 – Happy accidents: the Polaroid camera story and learning to listen26:10 – Location disruption: why workshops must happen outside the office34:20 – The medicine walk: Native American wisdom in under an hour40:24 – Co-creative art: collaborative murals and permission to interfere51:02 – Diagnosing lack of creativity: burnout, attrition, and gray clouds54:25 – Anxiety and creativity cannot coexist: the neuroscience of creative flow58:27 – Breaking hierarchy: the dead important speech that changes everything01:01:05 – Debunking "I'm not creative": everyone can sing in harmonyResources:The Dream Cafe book on Amazon: https://amazon.com/dream-cafeDuncan Bruce on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/duncanbruceThe Brand Conspiracy📲 Connect with Me:🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/

In this fertility awakening episode, I sit down with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, fertility awareness educator and author of Real Food for Fertility, to expose why we've been lied to about our menstrual cycles and how the birth control pill might be sabotaging your future fertility without anyone telling you.From revealing why missing periods during burnout isn't a "blessing" but a massive red flag to explaining how charting your cycle can prevent years of conception heartbreak, Lisa destroys the myths around female fertility and shows you how to reclaim power over your reproductive health.Whether you're a burnt out professional whose period vanished, a woman planning to conceive in the next year who's still on the pill, or someone who thinks they can get pregnant any day of the month, this conversation will revolutionize how you understand your body and show you that fertility awareness is the ultimate form of female empowerment.What we cover:✔️ The menstrual cycle as vital sign: why your period reveals more than blood pressure✔️ Burnout and amenorrhea: when your body stops menstruating under stress✔️ The pill rebound reality: why it takes 9 to 12 cycles for your body to normalize✔️ Time to pregnancy truth bomb: 4 months with condoms vs 8 months post pill✔️ Charting mastery: tracking temperature, cervical fluid, and ovulation windows✔️ Timing vs frequency debate: why once during peak fertility beats daily sex✔️ The 25% conception reality: why healthy couples take 4 cycles on average✔️ Male fertility matters: sperm quality and the hidden liver connection✔️ Organ meat revelation: nature's multivitamin for egg and sperm health✔️ Vitamin A breakthrough: the on off switch for sperm production✔️ Preconception nutrition: why both partners need to eat for fertilityLisa doesn't just teach cycle tracking. She proves that with proper fertility awareness and ancestral nutrition wisdom, women can take control of their reproductive timeline while understanding what their bodies are actually telling them every single month.Timestamps:04:24 – The burnout period loss: why missing menstruation isn't convenient10:22 – Birth control rebound: the 9 to 12 cycle normalization timeline18:05 – Time to pregnancy: 4 months with condoms vs 8 months post pill26:10 – Charting basics: understanding your fertile window and peak fertility39:47 – Period tracker apps vs real charting: why apps get ovulation wrong44:30 – Timing vs frequency: the research on sex every day vs targeted approach56:26 – Male fertility truth: why his sperm matters just as much as your eggs59:38 – Organ meat magic: liver as nature's fertility multivitamin01:01:04 – Vitamin A revelation: the nutrient that controls sperm productionResources:Real Food for Fertility book: https://realfoodforfertility.com/ (first chapter free)Fertility Friday Podcast - https://www.fertilityfriday.com/category/fertility-friday-podcast/ The Fifth Vital Sign book by Lisa Hendrickson-Jack - https://thefifthvitalsignbook.com/ Egg Quality resource for practitioners: https://fertilityfriday.com/eggquality📲 Connect with Me:🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/

In this legal innovation episode, I sit down with Philip Young, founder of the world's first SRA regulated AI law firm, Garfield, to expose why traditional legal services are failing ordinary people and how artificial intelligence might finally deliver access to justice for small claims that lawyers have abandoned.From explaining why their firm is an end-to-end solution that goes far beyond a simple chatbot to discussing the delicate balance of human oversight and AI efficiency, Philip offers a rare look into the future of legal services. He debunks common misconceptions about AI hallucinations and argues that, contrary to popular belief, AI will lead to more lawyers, not fewer.Whether you're a solicitor worried about being replaced by technology, a small business owner owed money you can't afford to chase, or a legal professional curious about the future of practice, this conversation will revolutionize how you think about law and show you that responsible AI implementation might create more jobs, not fewer.What we cover:The personal story that inspired the creation of the AI law firm.Why the firm is not a physical office but a remote team built for a new era.The client journey: from digital onboarding to the human-in-the-loop review process.The critical difference between using a regulated AI firm and a public tool like ChatGPT.Safeguarding against AI hallucinations with a hybrid "expert system" approach.Why small debt claims are the ideal starting point for an AI law firm.The surprising second-order effects of AI, including creating more jobs.Philip’s vision for the future of the legal profession and the need for more emotional intelligence and tech training for lawyers.James doesn't just automate legal processes. He proves that with proper regulation, architectural safeguards, and responsible oversight, AI can democratize access to justice while maintaining the highest professional standards.Timestamps:02:42 – The brother in law debt problem that started everything15:51 – Human lawyer oversight: when Philip reviews documents and when he doesn't19:11 – Does AI mean fewer lawyers? The counterintuitive answer25:29 – What is legal advice? The philosophical question AI forces us to answer34:38 – Hallucination safeguards: expert systems controlling probabilistic LLMs41:08 – Why Garfield is more human than human lawyers50:33 – Responsibility and accountability: the two key words for legal AIResources:Garfield AI Law Firm: https://garfield.lawConnect with Philip: LinkedIn📲 Connect with Me:🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/

In this ancestral nutrition episode, I sit down with James Barry — celebrity chef turned organ meat evangelist who's cooked for Tom Cruise, Gerard Butler, and Barbara Streisand — to expose why your "clean eating" obsession is keeping you inflamed, exhausted, and nutritionally bankrupt.From revealing how he helped actresses shed baby weight without diets to explaining why your body will never lie to you about what it needs, James destroys the myths around modern nutrition and shows you how to reclaim your health through the foods your ancestors thrived on.Whether you're a burnt-out professional living on delivery apps and protein bars, a health-conscious parent confused by conflicting nutrition advice, or someone who thinks organ meats are "too extreme," this conversation will revolutionize how you think about food and show you that real health comes from embracing what nature intended.What we cover:✔️ The celebrity chef origin story: cooking for Tom Cruise and the coconut oil crispy chicken✔️ Why ultra-processed foods are destroying your body's communication system✔️ The meal planning revolution: treating your health plan like your business plan✔️ Real food vs. shelf-stable food: why grocery stores prioritize profits over nutrition✔️ The burnout-to-health pipeline: how overwork leads to weight gain and lost creativity✔️ Mindful eating manifesto: why screens are sabotaging your digestion✔️ The two-week palate reset: recalibrating your taste buds from sweet and salty✔️ Organ meat initiation: starting with chicken hearts and grated frozen liver✔️ The Pluck seasoning breakthrough: freeze-dried organs as nature's multivitamin✔️ Brain food revelation: why lamb's brains taste like melted butter (and boost concentration)✔️ The neuro-lingo response: letting your body tell you what it needsJames doesn't just cook healthy food. He proves that with ancestral wisdom and real ingredients, you can reclaim the vitality that modern processed diets have stolen from you.Timestamps:03:35 – The Tom Cruise confusion: when "chef" means "boss" in German06:25 – Why everything from scratch made the weight melt off actresses13:02 – The meal planning secret: matching recipes to your actual schedule32:26 – French childhood vs. American burnout: the disconnect from real food42:14 – Organ meat hierarchy: which organs taste like regular meat (and which don't)51:44 – The chicken heart gateway: your entry point to ancestral eating01:01:20 – Daily organ consumption: micro-dosing nature's multivitamin01:08:36 – Why your body never lies about what it needsResources:Pluck Seasoning website: https://eatpluck.comChef James Barry on Instagram: https://instagram.com/chefjamesbarryPluck on Instagram: https://instagram.com/eatpluckPluck on Amazon: https://amazon.com/pluckEvery Day Ancestral Podcast with James Barry: Discount code for Pluck: CHARLENE 📲 Connect with Me:🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/

Tired, wired, or both? Take a free burnout self-check: https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/6ad5c8b6In this jaw-dropping episode for every aspiring author, I sit down with author and entrepreneur David Viergutz, who went from being a full-time police officer donating blood plasma to pay for book covers to building a multi-million-dollar publishing empire.From revealing the heartbreaking moment an English teacher crushed his childhood dream of being a writer to explaining how he sold his product for $200,000 before it was even written, David pulls back the curtain on the harsh realities of the publishing world. He challenges the "gatekeepers" and exposes the truth about Amazon, proving that success lies in a business mindset, not just a good story.Whether you're an attorney afraid to publish a book, a corporate professional editing a manuscript for years, or an aspiring author told you need a publisher, this conversation will revolutionize how you think about writing and success and show you there's a different way to build your legacy.✔️ The origin story: from childhood writer to police officer and back again✔️ The "you have to be born with talent" lie that stole 20 years of his life✔️ Why most self-publishing advice is useless platitudes✔️ The truth about the Amazon algorithm and why it’s not your friend✔️ Why "people will pay anything to feel something"✔️ How to get $200,000 in pre-sales with just an idea✔️ The psychological toll of chasing perfection✔️ The "good enough" book strategy and why it beats a "perfect" one✔️ How to build a successful publishing business from scratch✔️ The myth of the novelist: why abandoning vanity leads to millions✔️ The future of publishing: a million letters a month and why you should careDavid isn't just a writer; he's an entrepreneur who proves that success is about solving problems and creating an emotional experience, not just writing a good book.03:35 – Fourth grade crushing defeat: "you have to be born with talent"11:28 – Blood plasma donations: the literal sacrifice for book covers32:50 – The feeling economy: why people pay thousands for Taylor Swift35:13 – Scare Mail genesis: solving the "nothing good in the mailbox" problem42:12 – Amazon relationship reality: why the algorithm will never love you52:08 – The perfectionist manuscript trap: when "good enough" beats “perfect”David Viergutz's horror novels and Scare MailEpistolary.com - story letter publishing expansionNot Okay - David's recommended starting book🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/What we cover:Timestamps:Resources:📲 Connect with Me:

⚠️ Feeling Drained Lately? Take this free burnout test and see how close you are to the edge: https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/6ad5c8b6In this toxic load revelation episode, I sit down with Andrea Dahr to expose the hidden chemicals lurking in your daily routine and why your favorite "clean" products might be sabotaging your health more than you realize.From revealing how much lipstick you actually eat in a lifetime to explaining why that "eco-friendly" yoga wear is just recycled plastic poison, Andrea drops serious truth bombs about the unregulated beauty and household product industry that's been lying to us for decades.Whether you're struggling with hormonal imbalances, fertility issues, chronic fatigue, or just want to stop poisoning yourself with "fragrance" (spoiler: it's a chemical cocktail), this conversation will revolutionize how you shop and show you that going non-toxic doesn't mean sacrificing everything you love.What we cover: ✔️ The lipstick revelation: how much toxic chemicals high-achievers actually consume ✔️ Fragrance fraud: why "fragrance" is a black box of hundreds of unknown chemicals ✔️ The baby powder scandal: talc, asbestos, and decades of corporate cover-ups ✔️ Room-by-room toxic purge: bathroom, kitchen, and bedroom danger zones ✔️ Deodorant disasters: why aluminum antiperspirants are linked to breast cancer ✔️ Sunscreen secrets: chemical vs. mineral and what the FDA actually recommends ✔️ Non-stick nightmare: forever chemicals in your cookware and drinking water ✔️ The polyester problem: why synthetic clothing is suffocating your skin ✔️ Makeup removal magic: coconut oil vs. harsh chemical removers ✔️ Pregnancy protection: safe switches for expecting mothers ✔️ Burnout connection: why exhausted people gravitate toward the most toxic products ✔️ Shopping strategies: how to read labels and avoid greenwashing scamsAndrea doesn't just scare you about toxins — she provides practical, budget-friendly switches you can make one product at a time without overwhelming your life or wallet.Timestamps: 00:00 – The pregnancy wake-up call that changed everything 05:04 – Lipstick confessions and the toxic truth about "long-lasting" formulas 20:21 – Bathroom detox: fragrance, preservatives, and hormone disruptors 31:49 – Nail polish nightmares and natural alternatives that actually work 37:32 – Intimate products: the toxic truth about lubes and stretch mark creams 41:37 – Kitchen catastrophes: non-stick cookware and plastic storage dangers 47:17 – Bedroom and wardrobe: why your clothes are poisoning your skin 58:19 – The burnout-toxic connection: decision fatigue and pretty packaging Resources:Andrea's website and newsletter for weekly non-toxic switchesTiny Health for toxic load testingRecommended brands: Force of Nature, Sienna Byron Bay, Mate the Label📲 Connect with Me: 🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/