Stop Faking Fine

EP59. Ever feel like you’re doing everything right—eating healthy, working out, trying all the things—but you’re still bloated, exhausted, and feel stuck? It’s not in your head, and it’s NOT just about food. Your gut health, stress, and hormones are working behind the scenes, and if you don’t address them, the cycle continues. In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Brittany Carpenter, a registe...

EP58. Tossing and turning, staring at the ceiling, watching the clock tick closer to morning—sound familiar? If you’re exhausted all day but wired at night, your body isn’t broken, but your sleep cycle might be. In this episode we’re breaking down the real reasons behind your sleep struggles and—most importantly—how to fix them with a simple, science-backed wind-down routine that works with your b...

EP57. Feeling dizzy isn’t just a symptom—it can become a life-altering struggle, one that leaves you spinning in frustration, fear, and isolation. In today’s episode Adam Lindo, also known as The Dizzy Health Coach, shares his journey of navigating the debilitating effects of vestibular disorders, and how he found his way back to balance—literally and emotionally. Adam opens up about his years-lon...

EP56 . In this episode of the Stop Faking Fine podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on the myths that might be holding you back from living your healthiest life. I’m joined by Nurse Kate Johnson, a critical care nurse and mom of (almost) four, who has seen the healthcare system from all angles—bedside, insurance, and government.  Kate shares her powerful journey from inside the system to becomi...

EP55. This episode is personal, raw, and honest. I’m sharing my story—the moment my life was split into a “before” and an “after.” It was August 31, 2013, when I laid in a hospital bed next to my husband and heard him take his last breath. He was healthy by all accounts—on paper, in the gym, and by the way he lived his life. But stress was silently working against him, and I didn’t know how deeply...

EP54. Think CBD is just about getting high? Think again. I’m sitting down with Mike and Angie Lee, the powerhouse siblings behind Soul, to dive into the world of CBD and how it can transform your health. From easing PMS symptoms to helping with anxiety, inflammation, and focus, this episode is packed with science-backed insights, personal stories, and actionable tips. Mike shares how battling an a...

EP53.  If you're ready to explore the specific tools, tips and strategies to help you show up at your best - no matter how busy or overwhelming life gets- you're in the right place. Today we're diving into something we all need a little more of, especially during the holiday season: SIMPLE and EFFECTIVE Ways to Lower Stress, Reduce Inflammation and Embrace Self-Care that actually wo...

EP 52. The holidays are a whirlwind—stressful schedules, gift lists, and endless to-dos can leave you feeling anything but radiant. What if your skincare could do more than just tackle wrinkles and dryness? What if it could calm your mind, balance your emotions, and lower cortisol while giving you that holiday glow? In today’s episode, we’re diving into a game-changing approach to skincare that do...

EP 51. Grief is messy, raw, and deeply personal, but it can also become a catalyst for growth and transformation. In this episode, we’re diving into the complexities of healing after loss and learning how to navigate life when the rules—and your identity—have completely changed. We’re exploring how to honor your feelings, move through anger, and create boundaries that protect your energy, all whil...

EP 50. In today’s episode we’re diving into a conversation that’s equal parts heartbreaking and hopeful—a conversation of resilience, faith, and finding your way forward in the face of unimaginable challenges.   Today’s guest, and my dear friend, is someone who embodies strength and grace like no one else. Becky Attard shares her journey through not only battling cancer but also navigating what co...

EP 49.  Have you ever been over-run with feeling like you're supposed to have it all together — all the time?  Today, we're cutting through the pressure to be perfect and getting real. My next guest is a powerhouse entrepreneur, and wellness advocate known for keeping it real, raw, and totally unfiltered.  Her story is one of resilience and humor, with a huge dose of courage.  This conve...

EP48.  Have you ever felt like you're in what feels like an endless battle with your own body?  Stuck in a cycle of chasing Diets and wondering why your body is not responding the way you desire? Even worse, have you tried a diet that a friend had GREAT RESULTS with, only to leave you feeling less than.  You're not alone. I've been there, and so has my next guest, Jenn Trepeck.  In...

EP47. Have you ever felt like you're barely holding it together? Waking up every day without the energy or drive to tackle your to-do list, relying on coffee and medications just to ‘barely’ make it  through?  Only to rinse and repeat day-over-day?  My next guest, Christine Vitiello, shares her story of looking at vibrant, joyful people and wishing she could feel the same but instead she felt...

EP 46. Have you ever felt that talk therapy just isn’t cutting it? In this episode, Dr. Christine Baker dives deep into a groundbreaking approach to healing that goes beyond conversation. We unpack why it’s crucial to address the body's physical responses to trauma and stress—not just the emotional aspects. If you think simply talking about your stress is enough, think again! Discover how tun...

EP45.  Have you ever walked away from a doctor's visit with "normal" lab results but no real answers? Or maybe you’ve been given a laundry list of foods to eliminate, or a handful of  prescriptions that only leave you feeling overwhelmed?  Get ready to dive into the incredible link between what you eat, how you feel and how  managing stress and inflammation through nutrition can tru...

EP44. Have you ever felt like you’re living in constant fight or flight, trying to process grief while keeping it all together? In this deeply moving episode, Erin Blechman shares her powerful journey of loss and resilience after the tragic suicide of her son, Max. She bravely delves into the complex emotions of grief and the unique challenges of losing a child to mental illness. Through her raw a...

EP 43. In this episode I sit down with Dr. Kourtney Chichilitti, a pharmacist turned functional medicine practitioner, to dive deep into gut health, cortisol management, and how to truly get to the root of your health issues. After over 20 years in the pharmacy world, Dr. Chichilitti made a massive career shift and retired from traditional medicine to focus on what really matters—helping people he...

EP42. You’ve heard it said: you are the average of the five people you surround yourself with. But what if the biggest factor in determining your success was about the stories you tell yourself most often? Is your mental narrative holding you back from being the person you desire to be? In this episode, podcastor and author, Elizabeth Benton, shares her journey of struggling with weight and body i...

EP41. Losing a parent at a young age changes you. Ryan Bowles was in college when he got the call his dad had been in an accident. His life is forever marked before and after by that moment. My conversation with Ryan is so dear to my heart because I saw so much of my own grief story in the dynamics he shared. After his father’s death, Ryan took on the role of being a support system to his mother a...

EP40. Women spend years in some sort of hormonal flux, from puberty to pregnancy to perimenopause. Understanding the changes is critical to help you manage those years without faking fine. In my conversation with Performance Psychologist Dr. Jennifer Churchill, we dive into menopause and its impact on a woman’s performance. We tackle brain health, better sleep and boundaries! For women, midlife do...

EP39. Infrared therapy has elevated my daily health routine. If you’ve been hearing the hype and wondering what it’s all about, this episode is for you. I talked with Jessica Alcalde of HigherDOSE about the power of biohacking and the science behind infrared and red light therapy. I use red light therapy because it boosts your mood and combats the blue light from the technology we use all day. I a...

EP38. What do you do when someone shares a sad story?  Katie Quesada is an amazing storytelling coach. I’ve had the pleasure of attending her workshops. When I saw a social media post she did a few weeks ago, it literally stopped me dead in my tracks. We’ve all had a moment when someone shares a deep loss with us and we don’t know what to say. Or maybe you’ve been on the other side. You share a lo...

EP37. In Episode 22 Tricia Thirey and I dove into the complexities of dating, healing, and the impact of others' judgment on our individual widow journeys. We tackle the big feelings and hurt that come along with learning to stand alone as a widow, and also had a few giggles along the way. That conversation sparked so much positive feedback and deeper questions. When should you take your wedd...

EP36. You will never walk through the grocery store the same way after this episode! Jen Smiley had a wakeup call in the middle of the aisle, feeling completely deceived by seemingly healthy products packed with ingredients she couldn’t even pronounce. Ingredients that create inflammation and sabotage your goals. Now, reading labels is Jen’s jam and in this episode, she shares some information tha...

To continue on to Episode 33: Building Stress Resilience: Three Habits to Overcome Challenges, click here! EP35. Grief is weird and brutal; and can be suffocating. In this episode, I open up about the moment I became a widow and the hard moments that followed. I stuffed my dead husband’s ashes in a closet. True story. I share some deeply personal experiences to encourage you to stop stuffing whate...