Health & Wellness Episodes

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Magic Barclay, an author, speaker, and Mold Toxicity master practitioner. Magic shares her incredible journey of resilience, having overcome numerous health challenges, including mold exposure, cancer, and a heart attack. With a wealth of knowledge in lymphedema, mold toxicity, and psychoneuroendoimmunology (PNEI), she dives deep into the importance of listening to our bodies and understanding the inter...

Send us a text Send us a text In this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Dr. Jon Connelly, the innovative author and founder of Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT). Dr. Connelly takes us through his transformative journey in the mental health field, where he recognized the limitations of traditional therapy and sought to create a more effective, compassionate approach. He shares the principles behind RRT, emphasizing how it differs from conventional talk therapies ...

Send us a text In this transformative episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Natalie Bedard, affectionately known as Nat, an emotional healer and nervous system guide. As the founder of Lift Oneself, Nat shares her remarkable journey from facing a life-threatening health crisis to discovering the healing powers of meditation and emotional sobriety. She explains the significance of regulating the nervous system and how her insights can help others on their path to emotion...

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we dive into the world of energy healing with certified practitioner Marilyn Mercado. With over 30 years of experience in yoga and a unique journey from ballroom dancing to energy healing, Marilyn shares her profound insights on chakra work and its transformative effects on emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Discover how she blends ancient chakra wisdom with modern techniques to help individuals relea...

Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome international Amazon bestselling author and poet Kelly Watt. Kelly opens up about her transformative journey through trauma, using her writing as a powerful tool for healing. She discusses her latest work, "The Weeping Degree: How Astrology Saved Me from Suicide," a poignant collection that explores the lingering effects of childhood abandonment and sexual abuse. With a focus on the themes of trauma, heali...

Send us a text In this heartwarming episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are joined by Genie Joseph, author, therapy dog trainer, and the executive director of the Human Animal Connection. Genie shares her inspiring journey of founding this nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the human-animal bond and reducing stress through the presence of therapy animals. From her experiences volunteering at animal shelters to the profound impact her therapy dog Oscar had on veterans su...

Send us a text In this captivating episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Inna Segal, a pioneering intuitive healer and bestselling author of "The Secret Language of Your Body." With over two decades of experience, Inna shares her transformative journey from personal pain and struggle to discovering the profound connection between our emotional, physical, and energetic health. She reveals how our bodies communicate through symptoms and discomfort, urging listeners to decode th...

Send us a text In this impactful episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Eleni Kapetanios, a master practitioner of NLP, timeline therapy, and hypnosis. Eleni shares her personal journey of overcoming trauma and anxiety after the premature birth of her son, which led her to explore alternative healing methods. She introduces her innovative Rapid Relief method, designed to help individuals heal from PTSD without the need to relive their traumatic experiences. As we observe Natio...

Send us a text Join us for a transformative episode of Living the Dream with Curveball as we sit down with Jennifer Kenny Smith, the dynamic founder of JKS Yoga. Jennifer, a life and business coach, energy healer, and magic facilitator, opens up about her remarkable journey from a high-pressure corporate career to embracing the healing powers of yoga. After facing burnout and panic attacks, she discovered the profound impact of mindfulness and breathwork, leading her to create a sanctuary of...

Send us a text What does it take to transform an ordinary backyard into a personal sanctuary that feels uniquely yours? Steve Griggs, landscape architect to athletes and celebrities with 40 years of experience, reveals the secret isn't just about luxury—it's about emotional connection. "When you're designing a space, you want to ask them how do you want to feel when you're in that space?" Griggs explains, dismantling the misconception that beautiful outdoor spaces require massive budgets or ...

Send us a text Dive deep into the fascinating world of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy with Lizbeth De Sa, a writer, educator, and IFS practitioner who shares how understanding your "multiple mind" can transform your life. The concept sounds deceptively simple - we're all made up of different "parts" or sub-personalities. But as Lizbeth reveals, recognizing and working with these parts creates profound healing opportunities that traditional therapy often misses. "It's really about lovi...

Send us a text The mental health landscape has fundamentally shifted, especially in the wake of COVID-19. Rhonda Hodge, founder of Harmony Psychiatric Services, offers a refreshing alternative to the conventional 15-minute medication check-ups that have dominated psychiatric care. With dual credentials as both a therapist and nurse practitioner, Hodge created her practice to treat patients holistically—combining medication management with therapy, movement, and nutrition support. What sets H...

Send us a text Dr. John Poothullil revolutionizes our understanding of weight management and diabetes prevention by challenging conventional wisdom with science-backed insights from his decades of medical practice. As an award-winning author and nationally syndicated health expert, Dr. Poothulill observed patterns that led him to question why patients continued developing complications despite medication and traditional treatments. The concept of "authentic weight" stands at the center of hi...

Send us a text What if everything you thought you knew about couples therapy was wrong? Dr. Bruce Chalmer joins us to turn conventional relationship wisdom on its head with refreshingly practical insights gained from over three decades working with couples in crisis. The heart of our conversation centers on a radical redefinition of forgiveness. "Forgiveness is an inside job," Dr. Chalmer explains, separating the personal healing process from the decision to restore trust. This perspective o...

Send us a text Grief doesn't follow a timeline. This powerful truth anchors our profound conversation with grief expert, author, and life transition coach Ligia Houben, who brings both professional expertise and personal experience to her work helping the bereaved navigate life's most challenging transitions. Ligia shatters common misconceptions about grief, particularly the harmful belief that mourning should end after an arbitrary period. "Our love doesn't have a timeline," she explains, illu...

Send us a text What if you could access the 90-95% of your mind power that remains dormant? Dr. Alain Salas takes us on a remarkable journey from his days as a sun-chasing boat rental operator in the South of France to becoming a revolutionary healer who helps people transform their lives by reprogramming their subconscious minds. The turning point in Dr. Salas's life came after a personal crisis trifecta—divorce, failing practice, and cancer diagnosis—forced him to question everything he thoug...

Send us a text The kitchen transforms from a place of anxiety to a hub of independence in this revealing conversation with Debra Erickson, founder of The Blind Kitchen. Diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa at 28, Debra shares her remarkable journey from someone who barely cooked to becoming the only blind student in culinary school, and ultimately, an innovative entrepreneur revolutionizing cooking for the visually impaired. What does adaptive cooking actually look like? Debra demystifies the pr...

Send us a text What happens when music meets muscle? Meet Trea, the "fit artist" whose mission bridges the gap between creative expression and physical wellbeing. Growing up in a small Mississippi Delta town where church choirs shaped his musical foundation, Trea's journey from writing emotional poems about his grandmother to founding Next World Fitness reflects the powerful intersection of artistic passion and physical discipline. Trea recognizes a critical truth most fitness professionals mis...

Send us a text What happens when your brain betrays you, plunging you into a reality "not conceived on earth"? Mental health coach Dale Walsh takes us on his remarkable 40-year journey through schizophrenia, from his first psychotic break at Dartmouth College to developing a revolutionary approach helping families navigate this challenging condition. Dale's story begins with a poetic introduction to his experience: "Hi, I'm God was a joke I made after killer Dartmouth toke..." This humorous yet...

Send us a text Join us for an engaging episode on the Living the Dream Podcast as we explore the transformative power of mind mapping with our special guest, John Diggs, the genius behind the I Am Mind Mapping System. A former professional football player and mortgage industry expert, John shares his remarkable story of overcoming personal and financial challenges from the Great Recession. Discover how John shifted his life trajectory by embracing motivational wisdom and the art of mind mapping,...

Send us a text In this enlightening episode, we welcome Dr. Mark Hicks, an author, speaker, and relationship specialist, who shares his insights into the complexities of love and relationships. Join us as we explore the five essential components of love that can help anyone build healthy connections in all areas of life. Dr. Hicks discusses the importance of understanding grief, emotional connections, practicality, self-acceptance, and passion as foundational elements of love. Whether you're na...

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of the Living the Dream podcast, host Curveball sits down with Lane Igoudin, a passionate advocate for adoption and author of the memoir 'A Family, Maybe.' Lane shares his personal journey of adopting two children from foster care, discussing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. He reflects on the complexities of the adoption process, the importance of understanding the foster care system, and the impact it had on his relationship with ...

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of the Living the Dream podcast, host Curveball sits down with certified brain coach and neuroencoding specialist, Domenica Staniewicz. Together, they explore the transformative power of neuroscience in rewiring the brain to overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Domenica shares her personal journey and the revolutionary techniques she employs to help others reclaim their joy and clarity in life. Tune in to discover practical tip...

Send us a text Join us in this enlightening episode of the Living the Dream podcast with Curveball as we chat with Dr. Braxton Cosby, a multifaceted professional who wears many hats as a physical therapist, sports nutritionist, podcaster, and author. Dr. Cosby shares his insights on transforming health habits, the intersection of mind, body, and soul, and the concept of the 'fitness trinity.' Discover his journey from a college athlete to a health advocate and his inspiring work with NFL analyst...