Connecting the Dots

You’ve probably heard of emotional support animals, equine therapy, and animal assisted therapies, but have you ever heard of goat therapy? On this week’s episode, we have Cora Moore Bruffy, the CEO and Founder of Faeryland’s Farm. Cora explains that goats provide us with many physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual benefits as well as enhance our mindfulness practices, make excellent pets, and...

This episode will really help you reflect upon the way that you show up, communicate, set boundaries, view pain and shame, and so much more. Our guest this week, Harry Turner, also known as the Nocturnal Therapist, is a therapist that has moved into the thought leader space as a Life Coach and Guide. He uses the method of "Mental Alchemy,” as a way to transmute, transform, and transcend moments of...

Finding healthy snacks that provide you with nutrients that you need and taste delicious can be extremely difficult, especially with the number of pre-packaged snacks on the market. That is why we were so excited to learn about BeeFree, a company that was founded by a mother who was trying to create the best snacks to support her son with autism. Jennifer Wiese, founder and CEO of BeeFree Gluten F...

Reiki stands for Universal Life Force, and is a powerful form of energy healing that has so many benefits. In this episode, we talk to Danielle Leibovitz, an intuitive shamanic Reiki Master and Kambo Practitioner, about the power of Reiki, different energy healing modalities, and plant medicine. We also discuss the seven chakras and sound healing, and she even shares her experience performing and...

Do you, or someone you know, struggle with ADD or ADHD? Even if you have never been diagnosed, have you ever experienced difficulties with paying attention or sitting still? Did you know there are other ways to manage these symptoms besides medication? With over 10% of school-aged kids being diagnosed with ADD and ADHD, we wanted to have a conversation with Avigail Gimpel to give listeners tangibl...

When you think of algae, do you think of the icky green stuff that shows up on our beaches? Well, algae is actually so much more than just a nuisance–it may actually be your new best friend. In this episode, we chat with Catharine Arnston, the Founder/CEO/Chief Scientific Officer of ENERGYbits®, about the powerful benefits that algae, specifically spirulina or chlorella, can have on our health. Sh...

Are you interested in learning more about the cavemen diet and how to live a healthy and simple lifestyle? If so, you are going to love our guest this week, Dr. Mark "Merriwether" Vorderbruggen, Ph. D. He is often described as a scientist raised by wolves. Having a M.S. in medicinal chemistry and a Ph. D. in physical organic chemistry, he is able to bring science into the world of wild edible and...

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with a mental illness? Have you ever felt like you were different from others because of this diagnosis? On today’s episode, we talk to Dr. Fred Moss, who is the “Undoctor'' you didn’t know you needed. Dr. Fred Moss is a graduate of Northwestern University Medical School and a licensed psychiatrist who has served the mental health industry for nearly four dec...

Are you currently in a relationship with someone, starting a business with someone, or aspiring to have either? Well in this episode, you’ll hear an inspiring story of a couple who exhibit true partnership in business, love, life and health… and it’s Kathlyn’s parents! Gail and Joe Carney have been married for almost 30 years and are the co-founders of Progressive Systems Inc., a commercial cleani...

Are you ready to reflect on the way that you show up in relationships? Get ready because on today’s episode, we chat with Laura Patricia Martin, a Trauma and Relationship Specialist and the Founder of Healing to Happy. We talk to her about all kinds of relationships, the attachment styles, healing trauma, boundaries, communication, and so much more. This conversation is so raw and real, as Laura s...

Have you ever had an awful headache? What about a headache where you become sensitive to light and sound, and maybe even get nauseous to the point where your whole day is ruined? Those headaches are called migraines, and if you’ve ever had one of them, you know they are not fun. On today’s episode, we talk to Dr. Tanya Paynter, the Founder of Migraine Mastery , a 24-week online program designed to...

Can you actually manifest the life you want, or is it just luck? In this episode, we talk to Emily Miotto, who is a healer and a ThetaHealing® Instructor. Emily helps her clients access the subconscious mind and discover the hidden limiting beliefs holding them back from healing dis-ease, starting a business, entering a new relationship, living a life of abundance and freedom, and/or growing spiri...

Have you ever woken up after a night of going out, with a horrible hangover, limited memories from the night before, and a suspicious feeling of regret? On today’s episode, we have a discussion about rethinking drinking with Sarah Kate, a non-alcoholic drinks sommelier. Sarah is the founding editor and publisher of SomeGoodCleanFun.com, an online alcohol-free lifestyle magazine, with everything fr...

Most people think the purpose of hiring a personal trainer is to lose weight and to get stronger, but on today’s episode, we talk to Dr. Darian Parker about how training is much more than just exercise. It is an exploration into learning more about how your mind and body can work together to produce a variety of results. Dr. Parker received his Ph. D in Sports Education Leadership with an emphasis...

Our relationship with food is our longest standing relationship and the one that requires the most nourishing, but oftentimes it is the one we neglect the most. On today’s episode, we sit down with Madison Madden, Ayurvedic doctor, author of Mind Body Food, and owner of Live Wise Ayurvedic Clinic in Austin, TX, to discuss the importance of our relationship with food and the impact it has on our he...

Season 2 is finally here, with double the hosts, double the episodes, and double the healing! Connecting the Dots started as an extension of Kathlyn Carney’s book, We Can't Change What We Don't Know , which was published in 2019. She then released season 1 of the podcast, in January of 2022, as a way to explore many of the different ways that we can achieve health and wellness in our Western socie...

It is easier to make lifestyle changes if you live in a healthy environment. It isn’t too difficult to make better choices if you have organic grocery stores near you or a local trail to take a walk on. Therefore, it is critical for all of us to advocate for accessible and local services that will make the community happier and healthier. To learn more about how to enact change in our neighborhood...

Now that you have so many healthy habits that you want to implement—from eating more fruits and vegetables to practicing yoga and meditation to reducing intake of fried foods—you might be wondering how to talk to your family and friends about these changes. You also might be thinking about how you can get your partner or children on board to join you on your health journey. To help you navigate th...

If you are committed to making positive lifestyle changes and want a little help, seeking guidance from a health coach could be the right decision for you! Throughout this season of Connecting the Dots, we have talked about so many lifestyle changes that you can make—from eating a healthier diet to moving your body more often to managing your stress. However, in today’s fast-paced society, it can...

In our society, we are so used to going to the doctor when we experience pain or discomfort and getting treated for that specific symptom. When we have a headache, we take an aspirin, or when we have heartburn, we pop an antacid. However, many of us do not stop to ask what the root cause of these symptoms are and how we can address it. Acupuncture and muscle testing are two healing modalities that...

I think we can all agree that life can be pretty stressful, especially in a pandemic. Our body’s stress response can save us in some situations, but if we are chronically stressed due to work, finances, friends, family, and the news, it can take a toll on our mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Luckily, there are a ton of different ways to manage stress from exercising to painting artwork...

Inflammation is becoming a buzz word in the health and wellness space. You might hear that sugar is bad for you because it causes inflammation in the body or that turmeric is good for you because it reduces inflammation. But what does that even mean? To learn more about what inflammation is and the havoc that it can wreak in our bodies, I chatted with Julie Daniluk, RHN, NNCP, and Ariel Mantzoor,...

In today’s day and age, there are so many ways to be active. You can play on sports teams, go to [solidcore] classes, engage in online workout classes, coach running clubs, or hit the gym. It is amazing that we have so many workout options, but exercise is only one component of wellness. Another key component is diet. I wanted to find out what my friends and family in the fitness world are eating...

Losing weight can be physically and emotionally exhausting. Many people are overwhelmed by all of the information available on the internet — from workouts and fad diets to fat burners and weight loss programs. It can be so difficult to sift through all of this information (or misinformation) and determine the best plan for you, your lifestyle, and your goals. If you are someone who has struggled...

When we are making lifestyle changes like eating healthier, exercising more, or practicing meditation, it helps to have someone to cheer you on along the way, or even better, have someone to make those changes with you. My friends, Trish Churchill and Steve Elf, taught me what it means to truly support a partner, friend, or family member who is making serious lifestyle changes. During our conversa...