Small Changes Big Shifts With Dr. Michelle Robin

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Today, we are welcoming Jeanette Metzler and Lisa Cummings to the show, where they open their hearts about what made them decide that their life mission was to help our communities feel well. Jeanette is the Community Benefit Manager at AdventHealth in Kansas City, and Lisa is the Wellness Manager at AdventHealth in Kansas City – both roles that immerse themselves in community outreach programs all over the metro. We invite you to listen in as they reveal what inspired them to start helping people find that higher quality of life, which goes beyond just regular doctor’s visits and instead propels each person forward into their best lives. They share heartwarming stories of moments they’ve encountered within the Kansas City communities that have impacted their own roles and purpose on earth – everything from the simple act of listening to the community to watching kids bloom when the resources and support are provided for them. Three Takeaways: People typically feel frustrated after their wellness check-ups.

Tommy Sobel is the world’s premier digital habits coach, having helped thousands of busy business leaders and top-performers reclaim tens of thousands of hours of productive time.   Using his background in neuroscience and behavior reconditioning, Tommy trains business leaders to improve their relationship with screens through coaching, proven systems and community, so they can reclaim 20-40 productive hours each week, live life in flow state and have more time off.   Later in the show, Dr. Robin welcomes Debra O’Bryan who is the Dream Manager and Well-Being Manager at CommunityAmerica Credit Union. She shares the moment when “active listening” was introduced in her life, and why the book by Michael Sorenson called I Hear You changed her relationships – both in the workplace and in her personal life.  Debra also explains why listening can be difficult for us, and why it’s important not to fall into the “giving advice” or “fix it” trap when someone else is speaking. Instead, she encourages us to pause and vali

“I want my kids to grow up knowing who I am in real life, not just in their head. I cry in front of them, I'm peculiar, I’m a little weird. I want to show them all facets of myself so they can embrace it for themselves.”   - Brandon McAnderson  Brandon McAnderson is a former All-Big 12 Running Back at the University of Kansas, and today is a sideline reporter and pre-game host for KU football games. He is also an active member in the Kansas City community who brings men together to grow spiritually and address commonly held (and harmful) male stigmas present in today’s world.  In today’s show, Brandon shares why Father’s Day is a good time for men to check in on their mental health. That means pausing and reflecting on all you have done as a father this year, and more importantly celebrating the big and small moments that you bring to your kids’ lives – spiritually, mentally, and even a vulnerable side to let them see the real you, and not an idea of who you are. Brandon shares stories about his father, and

Deb Richard is a professional golfer, executive coach, and author of “Trust: Understanding My Why.” She is the CEO of Burlap Leaders where she specializes in helping others manifest quality relationships and live with purpose. Deb’s North Star, Trust, is central to her coaching of athletes, executives, and students. She expands on the many lessons learned through golf and applies them to inspire successful living. Memorable Quotes: “We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time.” “I think a lot of times we get lost in a purpose that is self-fulfilling. I like to think of purpose as how we give that is ultimately the greatest pathway in life. It's not what we took from the world. It's what we gave to the world.” “There are things you learn about trust as you're developing it in yourself, that really translates and it becomes that vision of what you're looking for in someone else to trust.” What You’ll Learn: Trus

Chelsea Laub is an Enneagram Coach with a passion for empowering people to see the possibility in their lives.  Using the Enneagram, she works with individuals, couples, and teams to discover what's working and what's not by bringing awareness of self and others.  An expert in self-awareness, leadership, education, marketing, and connection, Chelsea will keep you engaged and excited about what is possible, while giving you practical and useful tips that you can start using today.  Chelsea serves as the Treasurer for the Big Shifts Foundation, where she is dedicated to making generational lifestyle changes by providing young people with safe places and resources to enable their whole health. Chelsea is a community contributor, a mom, a wife, a friend, and she believes wholeheartedly in whole-person health Memorable Quotes: “The first thing I think is when we draw awareness to ourselves and to our patterns, it makes us more aware of how we're parenting our kids as well.” “Learning about all the different perso

Dr. Barahona is a family coach, author, and the host of the Simple Families Podcast. Her work has been featured on Netflix, Real Simple Magazine, The Today Show, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and many more. For the past 15 years, she’s had the experience of partnering with parents in search of a more harmonious life with kids.  Her doctorate is in Child Development with a research focus on family wellness. She also holds a bachelor's and master's degree in Clinical Social Work with a focus on child and family practice. Dr. Barahona is also a parent in the trenches with two young children herself. During the second part of the show, Dr. Robin talks to Caitlin White, who is the Behavioral Specialists for Youth at the YMCA in Kansas City. She shares why they are helping kids regulate their bigger emotions in groups with peers. She also shares the ways kids are struggling to readapt being in big groups again, and some tips that can help kids feel more grounded in their daily routine. Memorable Quo

Stephen is a first-generation college graduate with a B.S. from Texas A&M University and a Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary.  He is currently working on a Doctorate of Ministry, also at Fuller.  Stephen helps coaches and athletes connect the dots between sports and life through the 2Words Character Development program. Mackey’s first book, co-authored with best-selling author Damon West, is called The Locker Room: How Great Teams Heal Hurts, Overcome Adversity, and Build Unity. It’s coming out this month, May 2022.  Among his many accomplishments, Mackey is most proud of his role as a devoted husband to his wife, Teressa, and father to their four kids. During the last part of the show, Dr. Robin chats with Jackie Reed about the homebuying process in these times. Jackie is a manager at CommunityAmerica Credit Union in their Branch and Outbound Mortgage Sales department. She provides helpful tips about how to find the right lendor and loan officer for your family, as well as how to find a

Jessica graduated from California State University Long Beach.  She has worked as a neuroscience bedside nurse with children and young adults in a psychiatric residential treatment center.  She is a clinical instructor to nursing students during their psychiatric rotations. Jessica is also the director of clinical services with foresight mental health clinic.  She believes in finding a balance between lifestyle interventions and medication.  Foresight Mental Health Clinic just opened offices in Kansas City, MO.  The goal of Foresight is to leverage technology with mental health services to help make people healthier and happier. During the second part of the show, Dr. Robin chats with Amy Milroy, Director of the B.E. Smith Family Center at AdventHealth in Shawee, Kansas, as well as Paloma Juarez, who has two children that attend the Britain Development Program at B.E. Smith Family Center. As they continue the conversation on mental health and kids, Amy shines a light on why their programs are praised by the K

Grace Gerber is a bright soul who cares deeply about her family, especially her two moms, Terry and Shelly.  She was adopted from Vietnam, along with her brother, Matthew, and was brought over to the states when she was a little over a year old. She grew up knowing Terry and Shelly as her true parents, who raised her to be the caring and capable individual she is today. Grace has roots in Kansas City but is currently a fourth-year student at the Rochester Institute of Technology in New York.  She is about to graduate with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in a unique field called Medical Illustration. First and foremost, she is an artist who thrives on creative challenges. She hopes to one day illustrate human anatomy and biological processes for medical companies, or biomedical research facilities. It was her equal love of art and science that led her to pursue this line of work. However, she insists she couldn’t have done it without the ongoing recognition, encouragement, and support from her family. Their love for h

Jenn Nussbeck is the President of LeisLux, a philanthropy and event management agency.  She served on numerous public charity boards as well as dedicated the last fifteen years to supporting organizations throughout the Kansas City communities, Assisting those navigating the philanthropy and civic channels is not only her work, but her passion.  Currently, Jenn serves as Parade of Hearts Co-Chair as well as serving on the Lee’s Summit Public Safety Board. Memorable Quotes: “I think in the bigger picture, it is just who Kansas City is. I think we are one of the best small, big cities. We are extremely philanthropic, and I think we have the true ownership of being called the Heartland.” What You’ll Learn: The inspiration behind the Kansas City Parada of Hearts and how to get involved. This Episode Includes: Jennifer shares that the original plan for the KC Parada of Hearts started at the University of Kansas Health System. They soon realized that this idea was bigger than just the University and made a plan

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Robyn Stevens is a master at finding balance and creating a harmonious living environment through Feng Shui   She believes that what we surround ourselves with has a direct effect on all aspects of our lives  Robyn visits people from all walks of life, including Fortune 500 execs, business owners, students, and stay-at-home moms, and transforms their spaces—and their lives.   She 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.  A genius at breaking down the fascinating complexities of Feng Shui in an entertaining and simple way, Robyn is a frequent TV guest and a highly sought-after speaker.   Certified in 2012, Robyn launched her business Robyn Stevens Feng Shui in 2013.  She is also a member of the International Feng Shui Guild. Memorable Quotes:  “Feng Shui is the art of designing environments in harmony with the flow of energy in your living space. And then the flow of energy in your living

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*** This recording is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be viewed as personalized financial advice and is not a substitute for consultation with your financial representative. Any reference to third-party websites are provided for information purposes only and are not endorsed by CommunityAmerica. Please visit CommunityAmerica.com to learn more about how we can assist you in achieving your Financial Peace of Mind.***  *** Securities and advisory services offered through Copper Financial Network, LLC (“CuFi“), Member FINRA/SIPC. CuFi is a SEC registered investment adviser. Products offered through CuFi:  are not NCUA/NCUSIF or otherwise federally insured, are not guarantees or obligations of the credit union, and may involve investment risk, including possible loss of principal. CuFi is a wholly-owned subsidiary of CommunityAmerica Credit Union. For important disclosures from CuFi, including our Form CRS, please visit here. ***  About Alex Borgardts Alex is a Wealth Advisor with W

Tess Masters is an actor, cook, lifestyle personality, and author of The Blender Girl, The Perfect Blend, The Detox Dynamo Cleanse, and The Blender Girl Smoothies app and book. In high demand as a spokesperson, presenter, and recipe developer, Tess collaborates with leading food and lifestyle brands. Tess is the global spokesperson for KitchenAid blenders, ambassador for Massel broths, and has presented videos for Sprouts Market, Silk, So Delicious, Earthbound Farm, Vega, Driscoll's, KitchenIQ, and others. Not to mention, Tess is a dear friend of Dr. Robin’s and an expert at celebrating everyone she meets. Memorable Quotes: “So, I think another way of framing self-esteem and self-belief and faith is this: celebrating yourself. And I think that there's this misconception that if you do that, you're a narcissist or you're egotistical or you're into yourself. Well, yeah, be into yourself.” “The dictionary says well-being equals happiness. In my definition of wellbeing, after being in the space for 40 years, is

Sheryl Hammontree founded Thoughtful Threads apparel as a way to build connection by spreading messages of empowerment, equality, love, and kindness.  With every item she designs, she’s intentional about choosing words and sayings that radiate positive vibes inside and out. Creating and making stuff brings Sheryl joy, she loves to paint and decorate children’s furniture and birdhouses. She has a flower garden in the middle of her yard made up entirely from perennials given to her by important women in her life. She loves to garden and makes awesome pickles. She owned a gym for 15 years and can do 100 pull-ups faster than she can run a mile. She met, dated, fell in love, and married her husband, Joel—before social media. They go mountain biking and ride bikes together on the trail, road, and gravel. Memorable Quotes: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Mead “-words matter. It matters what you tell yourse

This recording is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be viewed as personalized financial advice and is not a substitute for consultation with your financial representative. Any reference to third-party websites are provided for information purposes only and are not endorsed by CommunityAmerica. Please visit CommunityAmerica.com to learn more about how we can assist you in achieving your Financial Peace of Mind. Essence was born and raised in Kansas City. She obtained a Bachelor's degree from Avila University in Sociology and her MBA from Southern New Hampshire University. Her grandparents are professors so her family always held education to a high standard. Essence has been with Community America Credit Union for six years and is a Financial Well Being Coach and Branch Manager.  She and her husband have two boys aged 13 and 6 – which means there is never a dull moment in their household.  Her favorite food is tacos and she could eat them every day of the week.  Essence’s goal is t