Small Changes Big Shifts With Dr. Michelle Robin

Jamie Pabst founded Spiritune with the intention to better utilize and harness the physiological power of music to improve lives for the everyday person. When music is personalized and tuned for health-outcomes, it becomes a very effective auditory tool for deeper human needs such as stress reduction, emotional regulation, performance and productivity. We have a data-driven, scientific approach to music and brain health -- and we are excited to bring it to the world. Join Dr. Michelle and Jamie as they talk about: Her fascination with music and its healing capabilities. Why Dr. Michelle used to feel anxious when listening to music when she was younger. The impact of vibration all around us and how Jamie would describe it with respect to music. Her app, Spiritune, and how it’s helping people to regulate emotions, improve sleep, encourage productivity plus reduce stress. How quick a person’s mood and mindset can shift with Spiritune depending on their unique response. What steps you can take to dial into your

Ronald L. Cole, M.D. went from Civil Engineer to Obstetrician/Gynecologist to birth advocate (under water birth in the hospital) and longtime Spiritual researcher and author. Early on he was a Co-Founder of the Spina Bifida Association of America. His detailed scientific research into the spiritual aspects of life has extended over 50 years. He realized that knowledge and teaching from mankind’s physical side of life mostly comes from a self-serving, false and prejudicial basis. Real truth by-passes that and comes from highly evolved spiritual entities in the everlasting or spiritual side of life when he learned about channeling. This started a 20-year working relationship with Rev. Beverly Burdick-Carey, the most highly evolved medium he worked with. In turn this started a 20 year relationship with a very highly known and evolved spiritual entity, Quan Yin, that resulted in this book and well over 500 audio tapes covering most aspects of life. His scientific research has been evaluated by many other sources,

Dr. Stasha Gominak attended college in California and  medical school at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, receiving her MD degree in 1983. She completed a Neurology residency in 1989 at the Harvard affiliated, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. From 1991-2004 she practiced as general neurologist in the San Francisco Bay area. In 2004 Dr. Gominak moved with her husband to Tyler, Texas and began to concentrate on treating neurological illness by improving sleep. She published a pivotal article in 2012 proposing that the global struggle with worsening sleep was linked to reduced sun exposure. In 2016 she followed with a second article linking the change in the intestinal microbiome to the epidemic of poor sleep, and described a simple process for normalizing sleep and the intestinal bacterial population, called RightSleep®. In 2016 she retired from office practice to have more time to teach. She currently divides her time between teaching individuals, through virtual coaching sessions and teaching c

Dr. Stasha Gominak attended college in California and  medical school at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, receiving her MD degree in 1983. She completed a Neurology residency in 1989 at the Harvard affiliated, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. From 1991-2004 she practiced as general neurologist in the San Francisco Bay area. In 2004 Dr. Gominak moved with her husband to Tyler, Texas and began to concentrate on treating neurological illness by improving sleep. She published a pivotal article in 2012 proposing that the global struggle with worsening sleep was linked to reduced sun exposure. In 2016 she followed with a second article linking the change in the intestinal microbiome to the epidemic of poor sleep, and described a simple process for normalizing sleep and the intestinal bacterial population, called RightSleep®. In 2016 she retired from office practice to have more time to teach. She currently divides her time between teaching individuals, through virtual coaching sessions and teaching c

Houston Kraft is a professional speaker, author, curriculum designer, and kindness advocate who speaks at schools, conferences, and events internationally. He has spoken to over a half a million people at 600 engagements and counting. He is the co-founder of CharacterStrong - trainings and curriculums that create more compassionate cultures in schools and communities. They work with 2,500. schools serving over 1 million students with their content. In 2019, he was featured by Lay’s on BBQ and Jalapeño chip bags for their “Spreading Smiles” campaign. His first book, Deep Kindness, is being published by Simon & Schuster September 22, 2020. Join Dr. Michelle and Houston as they talk about: His background, childhood, and how kindness came to be an important part of his being. Some of the mentors in his life including fellow Co-Founder of CharacterStrong, John Norlin. The idea that we’re not human beings but “human becomings.” Why kindness is not an act but a habit and what that practice looks like in a daily

Having a hard time falling asleep at night? Discover why and how to find out the cause of it to fix it. Abid Bhat, MD MBA, Sleep Medicine Specialist and a firm believer in integrating Western Medicine with Mind-Body Therapies. Dr Abid Bhat has been in the practice of Sleep Medicine for over 15 years. He has provided medical care to people with various sleep disorders, including insomnia (difficulty falling sleep or staying sleep), sleep apnea (a person snores loud and stops breathing in sleep), parasomnia (sleep walking), restless legs syndrome (urge to move legs while trying to fall sleep) and a number of other related conditions. Millions of Americans continue to suffer from sleep disruption but, unfortunately, majority of them are undiagnosed. Sleep is quintessential in preventing chronic ailments like obesity, heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. Dr Bhat’s passion is to present sleep as THE essential ingredient to maintain a positive state of health and well-being by combining Western medici

About Dr. Michael Breus Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and both a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He is one of only 168 psychologists in the world to have passed the Sleep Medical Speciality board without going to Medical School. Dr. Breus was recently named the Top Sleep Specialist in California by Reader’s Digest, and one of the 10 most influential people in sleep. Dr. Breus is the Author of The Power of When and The Sleep Doctor’s Diet Plan: Lose Weight Through Better Sleep (Rodale Books; May 2011),  discusses the science and relationship between quality sleep and metabolism.  His first book, GOOD NIGHT: The Sleep Doctor’s 4-Week Program to Better Sleep and Better Health (Dutton/Penguin), an Amazon Top 100 Best Seller, is a do-it-yourself guide to better sleep. About Dr. Matthew Swan Matthew Swan, MD, FACP, is a Board-certified internist at AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Deer Creek. With experien

As we move on past the holidays and are well on our way into 2021, what are some wellness practices we can follow to help us reframe, refocus, and reset to put the odds in our favor? Join us as Dr. Michelle Robin shares how this week on Season 7 of Small Changes Big Shifts with the wellness practice of Ikigai. Join Dr. Michelle as she shares: How we can reframe and shift our mindset as we begin 2021. What steps you can take to put the odds in your favor to stay healthy. The power of choosing a word to focus on for the year as explained by past guest Jon Gordon in his book, One Word That Will Change Your Life Why Dr. Michelle has chosen the word, “surrender,” for 2021. What you can do to get back into a rhythm of wellbeing behaviours and habits. How we can be happier especially with ourselves. Exploring the 5 pillars and 10 Rules of the Japanese wellness practice of Ikigai and how to apply it to your life. Learn about the 10 Rules of Ikigai Stay active Take it slow Don’t fill your stomach Surround yourself

Patrick K. Porter, PhD, of Brain Tap is an award-winning author, educator, consultant, entrepreneur, and speaker. With 30 years of experience operating the largest self-help franchise, he has become a highly sought-after expert within the personal improvement industry, having sold over 7 million of his self-help products worldwide. He invented the first portable light and sound neuro-trainer and, through over 2100 clinics, has sold millions of his 800+ brain-hacking sessions that create peak states of consciousness. Carron Montgomery started a private practice nine years ago with two other women. Their practice specializes in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and grief and loss. Carron is a licensed professional counselor, registered play therapist, Level II EMDR certified and trained in TFCBT. At the beginning of her career, she worked for two nonprofits; the first specializing in sexual abuse and the second working with low-income families and trauma. She currently treats ages 5 and up and often ut

Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning how to dance in the rain. - Vivian Greene How can you heal and boost your wellbeing with intuition? Brooke Seiz is a functional medicine nutrition practitioner, and helps people improve their energy, digestion, detox capacity, sleep, hormone balance and overall health. She is also a distributor for Organo, providing Reishi infused coffee and tea to 'put health in the habit!'. Brooke is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition through the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, and Certified in Functional Medicine through Mindfulness Medicine Certification Program. She's also a Master's in Counseling Psych. Candidate. Brooke is experienced in teaching corporate nutrition classes and trainings, so feel free to reach out to her for your Corporate Wellness needs. Currently Brooke sees patients at Premier Integrative Health, and clients in her own online practice – Wired and Tired Women. Join Dr. Michelle and Brooke as they talk about: What

Give thanks in all circumstances for that is the will of God. - 1 Thessalonians 5:18, ESV At what age did you learn to appreciate people's advice - and who's advice has been the most impactful? We are excited and blessed to welcome Tracy Lockton to our 40 Days of Gratitude series today. She is the incoming President for the Helzberg Entrepreneurial Mentoring Program (HEMP) in 2021, but she's already become such a strong woman in Dr. Michelle’s life who she has loved getting to know over the years. We hope you enjoy their conversation today about gratitude, and some of the lessons she's learned along the way. Join Dr. Michelle and Tracy as they talk about: What the word, ‘gratitude,’ means to Tracy and why it’s like a feeling and state of mind in the present moment. How gratitude has changed for her in 2020 and it’s been a great reminder for what she does have in her life. Her role at HEMP and how they are helping people and businesses grow in the Kansas City area. What it means to be a mentor and why it’s s

Life takes a bit of time and a lot of relationship. - Wm. Paul Young At 9:00am Christmas morning, Dr. Michelle Robin was joined by author Paul Young. In an interview Paul said he had written primarily as a way to create unique gifts for his friends, until his wife repeatedly urged him to write something for their six children in order to put down in one place his perspectives on God and on the inner healing Young had experienced as an adult. The resulting manuscript, that later became The Shack. Join Dr. Michelle and Paul as they talk about: How he has cultivated the ability to be present and not get lost in anxious thoughts about the future. Why trust, love, and gratitude are always in the present tense. What you can do when you are experiencing fearful thoughts in the present moment; either let them control you or trust life’s journey. Why ‘grace’ is a freedom word that is buried in trust. Difficult moments in his marriage and the choices he faced. The abuse that both Dr. Michelle and Paul experienced earl

There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle. - Albert Einstein Charlotte Markey, Ph.D., is the author of The Body Image Book for Girls and a professor of psychology, as well as a founding director of the Health Sciences Center at Rutgers University (Camden). Dr. Markey has long been involved in community efforts to educate parents and children about eating, body image, and health. She has been asked to present in school districts across the tri-state area and has served on task forces charged with improving school nutrition programs. Nathan Harrup is the Regional Director of Clinical Mission Integration at AdventHealth. His role is centered on promoting whole person care and physician wellbeing through Advent Health’s network of outpatient clinics. He is a frequent writer and speaker on topics related to organizational health and workplace culture. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Charlotte as they discuss Why so many people still have

Inch by inch wellness is a cinch; just take the next right step.  - Dr. Michelle Robin Join Dr. Michelle Robin as she speaks with Carron Montgomery, Elizabeth Goslinga and Dr. Julie Brown on Small Changes Big Shifts. Carron and Elizabeth are with Aster Counseling, and provide compassionate, confidential and effective mental health services for a wide array of concerns across the lifespan. Dr. Julie Brown is with Shawnee Mission Pediatrics and everyday she gets to help little (and big) patients grow up happy and healthy. Join Dr. Michelle, Carron, Elizabeth, and Dr. Julie as they talk about: How we can help our children thrive through the holiday season. What the past 9 months have taught them about the pandemic and how it’s directly impacting children’s mental health. Tips they have for children including keeping communication and connection open and ongoing with them. Why now is a good time to help your child reflect on who they are and grow in a creative way. How to combat our eating habits and aiding chil

Don’t ask what the world needs; ask what makes you come alive and go out and do it because what the world needs is people that come alive. - Howard Thruman Debra O’Bryan is the Dream Manager & Well-Being Manager at CommunityAmerica Credit Union. She is an energetic, outgoing, positive thinking, and passionate leader that excels in relationship building and inspiring people to achieve their personal and professional dreams. Areas of expertise include life coaching, health and wellness coaching, and financial life coaching. Join Dr. Michelle and Debra as they talk about: What her job role entails as a Dream Manager & Well-Being Manager. Who her role model for gratitude was while growing up. How to build rhythm and resilience with gratitude. Why Community America is so much more than just a bank and how they’re helping people in the Kansas City area. What questions you can begin to ask yourself as 2020 wraps up and we look to 2021. Why we should focus more on what we actually value in life and how spend

Ann Gaffigan has over 15 years of experience in business, non-profits, sports and technology. Currently she is the Director of Technology Operations at Dimensional Innovations, a design-build-tech firm based in Overland Park, KS. Ann serves on the boards for the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame and USA Bobsled and Skeleton. She will also be joining the WIN for KC board in January 2021. She believes strongly in giving back to the community and is a big supporter of WIN for KC, KC Women in Tech, Women Leaders in College Sports and Girls Inc. She lives in Olathe with her husband and MMA fighter Jason High and 11 year old daughter Jaelyn. I never saw a wild thing feel sorry for itself. – G.I. Jane Join Dr. Michelle and Ann as they talk about: Her background in sports and how she became passionate about it. How stress can manifest itself in the body if you don’t take good care of it. The amazing accomplishments she has achieved especially in Track & Field by practicing wellness with a well-rounded approach. What p

Pressure is a privilege - it only comes to those who earn it. -  Billie Jean King  Dr. Jeff Gusky is a National Geographic Photographer, ER Doctor, Explorer, and Professional Speaker. In the emergency room, Jeff guides patients and families on a journey through darkness to light and always towards hope. It’s a journey that begins with seeing and avoiding imminent danger right before their eyes. There’s often a transformational moment when patients and families see danger clearly and soberly. In these moments, they find their strength, they find their courage … strength and courage they didn’t know they have. Join Dr. Michelle and Dr. Jeff as they talk about: The incredible acts of human decency that he has witnessed. His great interest in history, especially World War I. The importance of questioning everything and relying on other human beings. Exploring what keeps us human and what keeps us safe. About his latest research on COVID-19 while on the frontlines as an ER doctor. Why humidity is such a big facto

The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate. - Oprah Winfrey Day 40 and 39 of The Gratitude Campaign Today is the big day – launching my 40 Days of Gratitude. I’m so excited you’re joining me on this journey to take a deeper dive into what this word and action can do for our body, mind, and spirit in today’s world. For Day 39, Dr. Michelle Robin spoke to her long-time and dear friend, Paul Jernigan. Join Dr. Michelle and Paul for Day 39 as they talk about: What are some ways that he experiences and shares gratitude. How he experiences gratitude through his senses such as spending time in nature and appreciating the beauty of it. What parents can do to help their child cultivate awe and wonder just like his mother did for him. Walk as if you are kissing the Earth with your feet. - Thich Nhat Hanh Mentioned In This Episode [Gratitude] Day 40 - Dr. Michelle Robin [Gratitude] Day 39 - Paul Jernigan 20,000 Days and Counting by Robert D. Smith Connect LinkedIn Faceboo

Do what you can with what you have where you are. - Theodore Roosevelt As we wrapped up our 31-Day Kindness Campaign on November 13 (World Kindness Day), we were overwhelmed with the stories that came flooding in about the impact the campaign had on those who participated. We had over 20 pages of stories from people, so we asked some of them to share their stories with the world. What an amazing #ripplefromtheheartland we created – let’s keep it going, tribe! Join us as we talk about: What beautiful acts of kindness participants have done during our 31-Day Kindness Campaign. What words of guidance participants want to share with people who have also faced or are currently facing a difficult time in their life. Different acts of kindness they have done for strangers and how it has rippled throughout their own inner circles and beyond. How tapping into your talents and sharing it with others can do so much good for your community. Other acts of kindness you can participate in such as Blessing Bags to keep th

Why does kindness matter in a business – especially in leadership? Dr. Michelle Robin sits down to talk about that very thing with three of Garmin leadership members in Kansas City: Jay Dee Krull, Krista Klaus, and Haley Prophet. Tune in as they reflect on how kindness has shaped who they are, why kindness matters to them in the world today, and how they bring it into their roles at Garmin for their associates. Discover how you can build a better team at work as Jay shares:  How kindness is king in a successful business or organization. How kindness has made a difference in his life including his career. What it takes to be a kind leader and how you can be firm at the same time. What it means to be kind and how it will raise our vibrations. How you can raise someone else’s energy with a simple hug. Where he inherited his kindness genes from. Why we are all some type of therapist in our own ways. Join Dr. Michelle and Krista to grow your kindness practice as they talk about: Why kindness is such a focal