Botanical Rebellion

I have been slacking on episodes, but for good reason. I finally used my passport! In this episode I talk about traveling on a budget and going to three countries in one week. *The for this episode will be up soon. Link will be updated.

In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, I’m joined by Gene Meyer, (comedian, metal vocalist, and therapist) for a raw and hilarious conversation. We dive into mental health, sobriety, and the intersections of creativity and sobriety. We also explore why honesty--sometimes dark, sometimes funny--can be one of the most powerful tools for healing, all while laughing through it.

In this episode, I share how I’ve been traveling solo since 16, why I chase season changes, mountains, and local culture, and how I keep trips affordable, safe, and low-stress. From NYC day trips to Google Flights hacks, traveling light, and health-first prep—this is a realistic take on solo travel for the curious, the cautious, and the chronically wanderlust-filled. Travel Episode Blog

After a long season of cocooning, how do you know when it’s time to rejoin the world — to test your growth, trust your healing, and reclaim your spark? In this episode, Misti Blu Day explores what it means to move beyond survival mode, rebuild self-trust, and find strength in healthy challenge rather than chronic stress. Special guest Cara from Eclipse Counseling , a licensed mental health counsel...

Another year around the sun brings perspective on what actually matters. In this episode, I reflect on the lessons that only come with time—how to stop fighting against life's natural chaos and how to actually go with the flow. Episode Notes

In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, I’m unpacking the relentless voice in your head — and how trauma, stress, or toxic situations can amplify that noise. I share practical tools from Stoicism, neuroscience, and emotional regulation to help you reclaim peace, even when the noise isn’t just internal. Peace isn’t just a mindset — it’s protection, boundaries, and practice. Episode Notes: https://m...

I’ve had my moments of expecting mind-reading, meeting me in my mess, or loving me before I even understood what I needed. But here’s the real lesson: ​Love isn’t earned—it’s chosen. Know your worth and choose someone who shows up and adds peace, not chaos. ​Healing doesn’t require perfection. It’s about emotional intelligence, awareness, and choosing intention over reactivity. ​Matching energy is...

You don’t need to justify your symptoms to deserve support. In this episode, Misti breaks down how to access school and workplace accommodations through the ADA, while also exploring the stages of grief unique to chronic illness—and the medical trauma that rarely gets named. Episode Notes: https://mistibludream.com/2025/06/18/episode13/

In this solo episode, Misti Blu Day dives into the roots of her new book Botanical Rebellion: Apothecary Guide to Nature’s Alchemy . From surviving open-heart surgeries to reclaiming wellness through nature, she shares her passion for radical self-care, advocacy, and what it means to be prepared—body, mind, and soul—when the world gets weird. This is your invitation to rebel, rest, and reconnect i...

In this episode of Botanical Rebellion , Misti gets personal and pulls back the curtain on the gritty, tangled roots of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). What even is connective tissue—and why does it matter that it makes up nearly a third of your body? (Spoiler: it matters a hell of a lot.) Misti breaks down collagen, DNA coding gone wrong, and how mutations in your body’s structural blueprint can le...

Join host Misti Blu for an unfiltered conversation with her friend Joy, a certified dental and orthodontic technician, teeth whitening expert, and licensed esthetician who's keeping the Space Coast looking good. We dive straight into the real stuff—Misti's irrational dental office terror, the anti-aging treatments that actually work. Joy cuts through the skincare BS with her dual expertise...

In this episode of Botanical Rebellion podcast, Misti Blu ventures into perhaps the most universal yet uniquely personal human experience: grief. The conversation brought together diverse perspectives that illuminated different facets of loss and healing. Our discussion featured three guests, each bringing a distinct and valuable perspective to the conversation: ​Devon, RN shared the medical persp...

Feeling like a fraud despite your achievements? Can't handle rejection without spiraling? In this episode of 'Shooting Your Shot,' Misti cuts through the bullshit about impostor syndrome with actual science, not feel-good fluff. Learn why your brain's being an asshole, how stoicism can help you handle rejection without the emotional hangover, and evidence-based strategies to finall...

In this episode, I'm cutting through the BS about failure and showing you how it actually works as a recalibration tool. I dive into what Stoic philosophers understood about failure. I connect these insights with Erikson's developmental psychology, breaking down how failure functions differently in your 20s-30s versus midlife and beyond. From relationship flameouts to career faceplants, I&...

Anxiety: Your Brain's Unnecessary Side Quest This week I'm diving into the chaotic garden of your nervous system—where anxiety grows like weeds despite your best efforts. I'll break down why your brain keeps sounding false alarms and how to speak its primitive language. Science meets stoicism in this no-bullshit guide to emotional regulation. Learn why Marcus Aurelius would have made a...

In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, Misti cuts through the mystical nonsense surrounding Stoicism to reveal how this philosophy created a psychological framework for discipline that neuroscience is just now validating. Learn how the three Stoic disciplines can transform your approach to challenges and help you achieve your goals without the anxiety spirals. Discover practical techniques for br...

This week, I'm unveiling my 8 years without alcohol and why it might be the most rebellious decision I've ever made. Spoiler alert: society glamorizes drinking, and questioning that norm somehow makes you the weird one. I'll break down what happens when you finally give your body a break from ethanol (hello, actual sleep) and what doctors really mean by "moderate drinking" (h...

Warning: This isn't your typical feel-good friendship manifesto. This is a surgical dissection of human social systems, stripped of emotional fluff and pseudoscience. We're breaking down the fundamental mechanics of building genuine connections that don't make you want to ghost humanity entirely. In this episode, we'll forensically examine: ​The psychological infrastructure of mean...

In this solo episode, Misti Blu Day breaks down the often misunderstood MTHFR gene mutation in a refreshingly approachable way. Join Misti as she explains the science behind this common genetic variant that affects up to 40% of the population, translating complex biochemistry into terms anyone can understand. Discover how MTHFR impacts everything from mental health and neurodevelopmental condition...

In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, Misti Blu Day spills the tea on the wild truth about what your body's been trying to tell you all along. We're ditching the "just sleep it off" dismissals and exploring the cosmic intelligence system running through your veins—where headaches aren't just annoying, they're your neurons throwing a tantrum for good reason. With no-nons...