Living Vividly

Men’s Health, Silent Diseases, and Why You’re Avoiding the Doctor is a conversation most people avoid… until it’s too late. In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with nurse practitioner Megan Dupré to break down why men are less likely to seek preventative care, how serious conditions like diabetes and hypertension develop silently, and what actually happens when you wait until symptoms s...

In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Dr. Abigail Hart and Dr. Charise Fashho to break down what’s actually happening when women feel “off” even when their labs come back normal. This conversation goes beyond traditional medicine and into what is often overlooked. The role of stress, inflammation, lifestyle, and how treating symptoms alone misses the bigger picture. From hormone imba...

OCD, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts are often misunderstood, and most people don’t realize how they actually show up in everyday life. In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with licensed professional counselor Ashley Rush to break down what OCD really is, how it differs from general anxiety, and why intrusive thoughts feel so real even when you know they aren’t. From compulsions and perf...

Most people live on one extreme. Always pushing. Always performing. Always distracted. Or completely disconnected, overwhelmed, and stuck. But what if the real goal isn’t choosing one…it’s learning how to balance both? In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Abby and Jared, a couple who live on opposite ends of the spectrum but have learned how to meet in the middle. Jared is a Brazili...

Most people think burnout comes from working too much. But what if it actually comes from carrying things that were never yours to begin with? In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Ashley Mudd, founder of Acadiana Thrives, to break down what leadership really means, why so many people feel stuck and unheard at work, and how burnout builds over time without you even realizing it. From...

Most people will never experience what first responders and military members see in a single shift, but the impact follows them home. In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Greg Grogan from The Overwatch Collective and Robyn Sonnier, LPC, Owner of Clarté Counseling, to unpack the real mental health challenges facing first responders, veterans, and their families, and why so many are s...

What if the way you breathe is quietly shaping your stress levels, digestion, sleep, posture, and overall health? In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with holistic health coach and mobility specialist Jade Hayes to explore why breathing is one of the most overlooked foundations of health. From anxiety and cortisol to digestion, athletic performance, and chronic pain, Jade explains how d...

Stress is unavoidable. Burnout doesn’t have to be. In this episode of Living Vividly, we’re having an honest conversation about stress, overwhelm, and the daily habits that either calm our nervous system or quietly push us toward burnout. We share personal stories about:• Taking a full week off for the first time in years• Recognizing when “normal busy” turns into chronic stress• How perfectionism...

What does “locally sourced” actually mean in real life and what does it take to build a restaurant around it? In this episode of Living Vividly, host Daphne Olivier sits down with Kelsey Leger and Sarah Trotter from Five Mile Eatery, a locally owned Lafayette restaurant built on a clear mission: thoughtfully sourced ingredients, organic options, no seed oils, and a fully alcohol-free space. We get...

What really happens if your OB can’t make it to the hospital in time? In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Dr. Charise Fassho and Dr. Abigail Hart to break down the growing OB hospitalist model, why more physicians are stepping away from traditional private practice, and how burnout in medicine directly impacts women’s health. They share their journeys through medicine, motherhood,...

Mental health care is important health care, especially for older adults living in nursing homes and long-term care communities. In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Stacy and Kenny Maggard, founders of Azalea Health Services, to talk about what meaningful mental health support for seniors really looks like. We explore why emotional and psychological well-being matters just as much...

Chronic pain is not inevitable, and managing symptoms is not the same as healing. In this episode of the Living Vividly Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Derrick Hines, founder of Acadian Pain & Performance Rehab, to break down what regenerative healing actually looks like and why the traditional pain-care model often fails to deliver long-term results. Dr. Hines explains how modern healthcare bec...

Most people think the new dietary guidelines are just political headlines and hot takes and something that has nothing to do with their personal health. In reality, these guidelines quietly shape the food environment around you, from school lunches and federal nutrition programs to the products food companies create and what gets labeled as “healthy” for the next five years. In this episode, we br...

What happens when you’ve been hurt by the church, but still feel deeply drawn to God? In this episode of Living Vividly, Jackie and Daphne sit down with Sarah Mary Toce-Donlon, spiritual teacher and writer, for a grounded and honest conversation about rediscovering God beyond rigid religion. Together, they explore the tension between spirituality, religion, and faith, why so many people are experi...

Most people think medicine is about diagnosing symptoms and prescribing solutions. In reality, that approach often misses the deeper patterns driving chronic illness, burnout, inflammation, and accelerated aging. In this episode, Dr. Navita Gupta, a board-certified internal medicine physician, shares what led her to question the conventional medical model and expand into functional and preventativ...

Most people think healing means rest, medication, or surgery. In reality, the body already knows how to heal. The problem is that modern medicine often interrupts the process. In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Dr. Thomas Bond, a family medicine physician and leader in regenerative medicine based in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Bond explains what regenerative medicine actually is, wh...

Most people think “shadow work” is just journaling and vibes. In reality, it is a practical framework for understanding the unconscious patterns that drive your decisions, relationships, and burnout. In this episode, we explore the Hidden Source Method, a coaching framework rooted in Jungian psychology, eastern philosophy, and embodiment. You will learn how the persona (the mask) forms, why the sh...

Most people think oral health is just about teeth. In reality, your mouth is deeply connected to gut health, inflammation, heart disease, brain health, sleep, airway function, and the nervous system. In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Dr. Taylor Shank, founder of Shank Dental in Lafayette, to explore integrative dentistry and how the oral microbiome influences whole-body health. T...

Fire cider is more than a spicy wellness trend. It is a time-honored herbal remedy rooted in plant medicine and used for generations to support immunity, gut health, and inflammation. In this episode, herbalist Susie Garland of Blossom Flower Herbals breaks down what fire cider really is, how it works in the body, and why herbs play a powerful role in nervous system regulation and holistic healing...

Living with a brain injury is not just about healing the brain. It is about understanding the nervous system, changing behavior in real life, and finding your way back to a meaningful daily routine. In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Kimberly Thibeaux, RN, CBIS, a Brain Injury Concierge Nurse and founder of Brain Injury Nurses of Acadiana. Kimberly specializes in functional neuro...

Food insecurity is impacting one in six adults and one in five children right here in Acadiana. In this episode, we sit down with Paul Scelfo from Second Harvest Food Bank to break down what food insecurity really looks like, why it’s rising, and how it connects directly to the social determinants of health that shape community well being. Paul brings clarity to how food deserts form, why transpor...

Ready to streamline your holiday shopping with gifts that actually support better health, better sleep, and better energy? This episode crowdsources a full holiday wellness gift guide from past Living Vividly guests, covering everything from affordable stocking stuffers to high impact wellness investments. The goal: practical ideas that help your people feel better all year, not just more clutter...

In this episode, we sit down with Stephen Verret for a raw conversation about sobriety, anxiety, identity, and the journey of stepping into the clearest version of yourself. Stephen shares what life looked like before quitting alcohol, the panic attack that changed everything, and the mental, emotional, and physical transformation that followed. Together, we unpack: • How anxiety, ADHD, and alcoho...

What you eat shapes how you feel — but how much do you really know about where your food comes from? In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Dr. Shannon Gonsoulin, a seventh-generation Louisiana rancher and veterinarian, to explore the connection between food quality, health, and sustainability. They unpack what grass-fed and grass-finished truly mean, why beef prices fluctuate, how pr...

Chiropractic care is more than quick cracks. In this episode, Dr. Brennon Kelly from Rise Chiropractic explains how spinal alignment influences the nervous system, pain, posture, and digestion. He breaks down the Gonstead method, why precision matters, and how subtle daily habits can make or break your back. You will learn:How the spine affects constipation, gut motility, and vagus nerve toneWhy s...