Small Changes Big Shifts With Dr. Michelle Robin

One of my favorite guests is back for another episode - Dr. Norm Shealy of Shealy Wellness. Dr. Shealy knew from age 4 that he wanted to be a physician and by age 16 knew he wanted to be a neurosurgeon so it is no surprise he is still changing the world of holistic medicine at 85. His lifelong quest to find ways to successfully manage chronic pain has led to numerous breakthroughs in the medical field and more often than not have nothing to do with medication or the conventional way of treating chronic pain in the US. Dr. Shealy believes the one purpose in being alive is helping people and that is what drives him each and every day.

Dr. Janice Hughes is a leader, teach and author, who has taken the executive and business world by storm through her understanding of the laws of attraction, money, and the power of thought.  She understands that our thoughts become our things and that who we are currently has attracted all the things, people, places and opportunities to us in our lives. By understanding this, it allows one to use it to their advantage and adjust their thinking for each and every environment and situation - their power of thought. Dr. Janice uses her own life experiences to help coach others to become the master of their mindset and own their thoughts.

Micah and Diana Chaloux-Lacerte are in the business of changing lives through physical, mental and emotional transformations all stemming from personal training. They own HitchFit Transformation Gym in Kansas City and Overland Park and HitchFit Online Training where they have helped over hundreds of people transform their lives through fitness. The work they do goes beyond just personal training though as often times they are the first one to believe in their clients and work to help them find their true passion and purpose in life by discovering him or herself. Micah and Diana help clients believe, transform and then inspire.

Happy New Year! I want to take a second to say thank you for being on this journey with me and to share with you my exciting plans for 2018 and beyond. This year, I am focusing even more so on investing in my own wellbeing, making a wellness plan and taking the time to stick to that plan all year long. Investing in my wellbeing can mean a lot of different things, from my nutrition to fitness to even my tribe I’m surrounded by - it all plays a part in my overall wellbeing. Small changes that lead to big shifts is the central theme of this show and my work so I challenge you to change one thing each month this year and see how your life will be forever changed by the end of the year. Let’s keep shining all the way through 2018!

1 in 9 people in the world do not have access to safe water. That means that more people have access to a cell phone than safe water. Water.org is a not for profit organization that is helping to bring safe water and sanitation to the world through small and affordable loans. Water.org has been helping give the poor a seat at the table and making sure local financial markets work for the poor as much as they do for the affluent for over 25 years. Nicole Wickenhauser is Director of Strategic Alliances at Water.org and is helping to empower those all over the world to make a difference by providing safe, clean and affordable water to every single person. To watch the live video recording of this episode, head on over to www.DrMichelleRobin.com.

One of the best things you can do for your health is to get a dog. Can you imagine a doctor writing you a prescription telling you to go visit an animal shelter or adopt a rescue dog? Dr. Steven Gundry, Cardiologist and Heart Surgeon, tells this to his patients quite often as he is a firm believer that by taking care of a dog; you will then take care of yourself.  Dr. Gundry is known worldwide for his work as a Cardiologist but these days he is helping people improve and change their health through diet and a healthy lifestyle. In 2001, Dr. Gundry met with a patient who forever changed the course of his career as he taught him that most of what the everyday person eats is actually toxic to their body and health. Now, Dr. Gundry is helping patients treat their autoimmune diseases, reverse the effects, control their weight and restore energy - all through their diet.

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz a.k.a “Dr. B”, spent years learning, training and practicing to become a doctor. Once he began practicing, he was asked by patients what their nutrition should be to help deal with different GI issues, only to realize that he didn’t learn about nutrition in school. He took this realization and ran with it as he then went home and began reading and learning about how nutrition affects the body, especially with gut health. So many doctors treat patients through prescription medicines while Dr. B focuses on healing the body through nutrition.  Our gut is key to a healthy immune system and Dr. B is helping his patients love their gut, restore their gut health and enjoy their life again.

It is becoming more and more common to hear about thyroid issues whether it be through Hashimoto's, Hypothyroidism or even Celiac’s - the thyroid plays a huge role in our body. Jill Grunewald and Lisa Markley have dedicated their careers to helping those suffering from thyroid issues find peace and ease of mind. Having both suffered from Hashimoto’s themselves, they have a unique perspective when it comes to treating and helping their clients as they are able to first hand understand what comes along with having a thyroid issue. They have taken their knowledge, experience and talents and created a cookbook filled an educational component and over 100 “food as medicine” recipes for everyone - no matter where you are on your health journey.

We really only have one job in this life - to love yourself. It is simple yet so complicated and overlooked as we so often are taught that self love comes from our outside appearance and not what’s on the inside. Katie Kozlowski has been dealt a wild card hand in life especially after getting hit by a taxi and walking away injury-free but used this as a catalyst for change in her life.  Before her run in with the taxi, Katie wondered “would anyone care if I weren’t here anymore” and then she was hit and realized that she would care and that her belief, opinion and faith in herself is all that truly matters. Katie is sharing her story and helping others find that strength in themselves and embrace who they truly are because at the end of the day we have to stop and accept ourselves as we are divine creations.

Imagine you are an athlete at the top of your game, living life to the fullest and your health is the last thing on your mind and then you have a fall and land in the hospital. You end up being cleared from your fall but walk out of the hospital with a cancer diagnosis. Now imagine this all happening and only being 21 years old. This is what happened to Josh Perry, competitive BMX rider and athlete. He was told he had a brain tumor after being treated from a fall on his bike. Josh took his diagnosis and decided to fight back and give his tumor a run for its money. During this journey, Josh had to change his ways and turned to health and wellness by adjusting his diet, practicing mindfulness and sharing his story. Josh is currently living with four brain tumors but is still actively riding, acting as a source of inspiration for others and changing the way people approach cancer.

Are you currently struggling in a relationship, struggling to find a relationship or maybe just coming out of a struggling relationship? Have you ever thought about how your home, office or living space may be playing a role in these relationships? This is what Feng Shui is all about and Robyn Stevens is a master at finding balance and creating a harmonious living environment. What we surround ourselves with has a direct effect on all aspects of our lives so Feng Shui is the art and science of of balancing and harmonizing your space. Robyn visits with people and finds out about their relationships with themselves, others and their things in order to help them create a space that welcomes new opportunities and good energy. Robyn not only helps to Feng Shui your room but your life as well to help make sure you are living a well balanced and harmonious life and are welcome to new opportunities and relationships.

Are you stressed about the upcoming holiday season? Navigating the holiday season is tricky for us and then you add in trying to be healthy and well and it can really be overwhelming. Jen Arnold has three simple things we can do to help make sure we not only survive the holiday but thrive during it as well.   By being mindful, purposeful and practicing self-care, you can put yourself in the position to take on anything the holidays may throw at you and come out on top.   Jen’s education and experience in the health and wellness field has taught her that the key to well-being is listening and caring for others. She says that by helping others live their best lives it helps us to live ours as well.

On this special edition of Small Changes Big Shifts, I am taking a second to thank those who have been on this journey and show gratitude for where I have been, where I am at and where I will be. November is my favorite month because it is the time of the year when we start to feel grateful, see how truly fortunate we are and bless others. I have a couple pieces of wisdom for you to help make this holiday season the best one yet. Life really is about making small changes that lead to big changes in our lives and often times that starts with taking the next best step.

Imagine you just graduated college and are wondering what your next step is. Andrew Forsthoefel was in this exact situation when he decided to take on the adventure of a lifetime and spent eleven months walking across the United States with a sign that read “Walking to Listen”. Andrew recorded interviews with people all over the country, learning about their lives, loves, highs and lows and is now sharing these experiences with others. He came across those that were hesitant to share as it would make them vulnerable but Andrew used “listening as a bridge” and simply just received what they would offer him. The stories and experiences Andrew shares are teaching people how to love one another, unite because of our diversity, be vulnerable and truly live a life filled with truth and connection.

Dr. John Day has a story that many of us can relate to. Life was going well or so he thought and then he hit his forties and realized that he really wasn’t feeling that great, struggled to get through the day and was taking upwards of five medications a day. Sound familiar? He took this realization and ran with it as he went to China with his family and visited a village where the residents are living to be in their late nineties and even a hundred years old. These people aren’t taking any medications or doing anything crazy to live this long but are doing the simple things: eating healthy whole food, getting good sleep, exercising and practicing mindfulness. This experience led Dr. Day to start researching this way of life and is now sharing these findings in his new book The Longevity Plan: Seven Transforming Lessons from Ancient China. Dr. Day’s message on “health, happiness and longevity” is simple yet life-changing and is positively affecting lives each and every day.

How does one go from sending daily emails with recipes to her closest friends and family to over one million email subscribers? By making small changes that lead to big shifts! Lisa Lillien aka Hungry Girl is taking the world of food by storm by taking our favorite guilty pleasure meals and remaking them so they are healthy and guilt-free. She is a self-proclaimed “foodologist” who has found a way to enjoy all of life's pleasures in a healthy and smart way and is sharing her knowledge with people all over the world. Lisa knows that “knowledge is power” so she helps people understand that the more you know about the food you are cooking, baking and eating is key to a healthier you. She lives by the idea of “the more you open your eyes, the smarter choices you will make” and this is what she has done with her recipes and cookbooks as she just released her twelfth book. With a mantra of taking it day by day and never making yourself feel guilty, Lisa is revolutionizing the world of healthy and comfort food.

“Changing your words, changes your thoughts, and changes your feelings.” A simple yet powerful concept. Zaheen Nanji, author, motivator and thought leader, says this often as she believes it is the key to resilience. Zaheen has faced difficult times in her life from dealing with a stutter into her 20’s, moving from Kenya to Canada at the age of 15 without her parents to battling breast cancer. It is through her up’s and down’s in life that have led her to where she is today, a sought-after transformational speaker on the topic of Resilience Reflex. She teaches her clients how to navigate life's up’s and down’s by thriving. Her two biggest tips for making the most out of the unexpected? Have a routine and a support network. These two things can help set you up for success when change comes your way.

How do we tune in to our authentic self? The self that is us in the truest form and can tell us 100% whether something is right or wrong? Laura Coe, former healthcare entrepreneur guru turned author and podcast host, found she was asking herself this question quite often before she truly knew what it meant. Laura has a knack for taking philosophy and ancient wisdom and teaching others how to apply it to their everyday life in a way to help them find their true, authentic self. She uses her life experiences and learning’s to help others find that connection with their deepest self that ultimately leads to living their truest life. She lets people know that “it is okay to be yourself” and to “be curious” so learn what excites you or weighs you down. And then take this knowledge to go and learn about others and create a positive change reaction that all leads to finding the true, authentic self.

Imagine you are running a successful company for decades and then you lose it all. What would you do? This happened to Dr. Phil Carson and he is now the epitome of starting over and picking yourself back up. Dr. Phil ran a pharmacy practice and then lost it all and what was the one thing that turned his life around after this happened? A book on natural medicine. In school, he had learned about the history of natural medicine but never the application of it until this book. Having suffered from digestive issues for a while and treating them with anti-acids and medications, he didn’t find relief until he went back to the root cause and used natural remedies. Now Dr. Phil takes the natural medicine approach and helps others feel better. He is a Health and Wellness consultant, whose two biggest tips are as simple and straight forward as they come: drink more water and forgive. Dr. Phil calls it “soul sickness” when we are so hard on ourselves and others and don’t forgive quick enough. He has decades of experienc

If you were told you only had a couple months to live due to a terminal illness, what would you do? Dr. Nasha Winters, N.D. and CEO of Optimal Terrain, was told this at the young age of 19 as she was diagnosed with cervical cancer after dealing with multiple health issues. Dr. Nasha took her diagnosis and decided she wanted to go out on her own terms so she went to the library and the book, Quantum Healing by Deepak Chopra, popped out at her so she read it one night. By reading this book, Dr. Nasha’s diet, lifestyle and college major would all be changed overnight. Now Dr. Nasha, is helping others by educating clients, doctors, and researchers on ways to apply the integrative oncology philosophy to treatments and therapy. She finds pleasure is seeing the joy in others and finding the “blessing in the lesson” in everyday life.