The Natalie Tysdal Podcast

Have you heard of the term 'Emotional Contagion'? I know it sounds scary, but it's crucial when it comes to understanding our emotions, how to regulate them, and identifying the ways in which we want to show up in the world.   Jackie Insinger joins me on my podcast to talk about this.   Throughout her career, Jackie has brought her expertise in Cognitive Psychology and Interpersonal Dynamics to th...

Have you hit that health slump, you know, the one where your metabolism seems to be changing, and diet and exercise isn't helping?   Our bodies are complex and ever-changing, and my guest this week, Pauline Cox, explains how hormone health and blood sugar levels are part of the root causes of many imbalances.   Pauline is a nutritionist and has a deep passion for health and nutrition. Her day-to-d...

What is grace-based parenting? Do you give yourself grace in those hard moments with your kids?   Do you ever feel tired of parenting and want a break?    You're not alone, and Nicole Schwarz joins me to talk about what to do when parenting feels overwhelming.   Nicole Schwarz is an imperfect mom to 3 girls, Parent Coach with a License in Family Therapy, and author of "It Starts With You." She bel...

In this episode, April Likins and I discuss how to reduce chronic stress.   Our society is one that is always connected, and friends, family and colleagues expect us to be available at all hours of the day. How do we navigate this? Is there a way to put a boundary around our inner peace?   April is a nationally board-certified stress + burnout health coach for busy and overwhelmed high achievers t...

When the kids leave for college, it is a trying time for the parents, and of course, not so much for the kids.    My husband and I have one daughter who is a senior in college in Florida, and one leaving in just a few weeks. She graduated in the Spring and is headed off to Nashville to pursue her dreams.   In this episode, I want to talk about preparing our kids to leave home and share 10 Things I...

Do you feel guilty as a parent? Do you feel like you could always be doing more?   You're not alone in how you feel, in fact many parents feel this way and simply don't share it.    In this episode, JoAnn Crohn joins me to talk about taking the guilt out of our parenting and raising kids that are smart, capable, kind and make empowered decisions.   JoAnn Crohn, M. Ed is a parenting educator who he...

This week, I'm resharing one of my favorite episodes from the podcast with Irene Lyon. If you've listened to this podcast from the beginning, it might be information you've already heard, but I know you will enjoy it and get something out of hearing it again.    If you're new here, you're in for something life changing without knowing it. We're talking about our nervous systems, how trauma gets tr...

Are you overthinking your exercise routine and putting off getting into shape?    As we all know, there's more to exercise than cardio and weights. But how do we make regular exercise an easy fit and an effortless part of our routine?    We're jumping into that topic with expert Mike Siemens, Director of Performance Science at Canyon Ranch.   After more than three decades with Canyon Ranch, Mike c...

Do you know the signs of nutrient deficiency?   Oftentimes we find ourselves tired, burnt out, and stressed out – but did you know that can be due to lack of nutrients in our body?   Joining me for this conversation is Functional Medicine Doctor Dr. Cheryl Kam. After 20 years of clinical experience, she now empowers moms to take control of their own health and understand where their lack of energy...

How can we guide vs. control our kids? Is there really a difference?   We want our kids to be independent and make their own decisions, but there are some times in life when they have to do what we ask them to do.   So, where's the balance?    Joining me for this conversation is Dr. Siggie Cohen.   Dr. Siggie is known as the "child whisperer" for her unparalleled depth of insight in working with c...

What are the benefits of juicing and plant-based foods? What is its impact in beating disease?   These are both buzzwords, and in this episode, we're breaking them down fully with thanks to Nastasha McKeon.   Nastasha is a certified nutritionist and plant based diet educator holding a certification in plant-based nutrition and holistic nutrition. Founder & CEO of Choice Juicery an organic cafe & c...

How can you be more productive at home and in life?   Wanting more time is the number one concern I hear from overwhelmed parents in my community, and it's always so difficult to accomplish the never-ending to-do list.   In this episode, we're talking about getting the most out of your time. We can work hard and we can play hard, but if you're not really productive when you are working, it doesn't...

How can you eat to beat disease?    That's what we're talking about in this episode with Dr. William Li.    William W. Li, MD, is an internationally renowned physician, scientist and author of the New York Times bestseller "Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself." His groundbreaking work has led to the development of more than 30 new medical treatments and impacts ca...

Are you ready to sleep better at night and do it naturally?   One of the top-rated podcast episodes on my podcast was episode 3, which all about sleep, and I know it's one of the most helpful topics that you want to learn more about.   In this episode, I speak with Professor Colin Espie, Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of Big Health and Professor of Sleep Medicine in the Nuffield Department of Clin...

We're talking all about how to lose weight without dieting in this episode.    I know losing weight and getting healthier is a big topic of conversation in my community, because it's something we all want, and most of us have such a hard time sticking to.   The good news is that a lot of our weight loss struggles are rooted in our mindset, and there are small and effective tweaks we can make to sh...

There is never pain without some type of purpose. Yes. We all have hardships of different levels, and we all have pain in some shape or form.   Often, we don't know how to get past it, and sometimes we can't see the light at the end of that dark tunnel.   My guest today is Carin Rockind, Happiness Expert and creator of Purpose Girl. Carin has always wanted to play "big" her entire life, unfortunat...

Have you ever wanted to press pause and slow down aging?   When you think of aging, you may immediately think about getting older. As you'll hear in this episode, these are two very different things.   Joining me to speak about this topic is Dr. Alka Patel, a TEDx speaker, GP, Lifestyle Doctor, Longevity Coach, author and podcaster. She is Founder of Lifestyle First®, Creator of The Lifestyle Firs...

As you know if you've been listening to my podcast, I believe that we were created to do hard things. It's one of my favorite things to say to my kids, and it's something that I tell myself when things get difficult.    Leaving my stable job in the news business was a big leap for me, and so was starting my own business and podcast. It was the greatest decision I ever made.    In this episode, I'm...

Have you heard of Glutathione? It's a remarkable antioxidant that we all need to consider when it comes to fighting disease, slowing the aging process, and increasing our energy.   Dr. Nayan Patel joins me for this conversation. Dr. Patel is a sought after pharmacist, health expert, and thought leader in the industry. Since 1999, he has been collaborating with physicians to develop customized medi...

In this episode, we're talking about why it's important for kids to have a sense of control.    Why do we feel the need to control things as parents? And is it necessary for our kids to feel like they have control too? If we're not giving some control to our kids, then they're not gaining confidence and learning to do things for themselves.   Joining me for this conversation is Dr. William R. Stix...

How do we prevent cancer? Is it even possible? In a day and age where it feels like everyone we know has had a cancer scare or diagnosis, how can we change the way we live our lives to better support our overall health?   Joining me to discuss this is Leigh Erin Connealy, M.D. She is a prominent leader in the Integrative & Functional Medicine medical field (taking the best of all sciences, includi...

In this episode, we're talking about why confidence matters.    How do we build, or better yet, how do we learn confidence? Is it even possible?    Well, the short answer is yes, but it's not something that happens overnight. I give you my best tips for developing confidence within yourself – and it's a bonus because it works for our kids too! Listen in as we talk about: [3:05] How to know if you'...

Have you hit that health slump, you know, the one where your metabolism seems to be changing, and diet and exercise isn't helping?   Our bodies are complex and ever-changing, and my guest this week, Pauline Cox, explains how hormone health and blood sugar levels are part of the root causes of many imbalances.   Pauline is a nutritionist and has a deep passion for health and nutrition. Her day-to-d...

I'm excited to share this episode with you, because it's with my dear friend Jackie Insinger. We talk about her new book, Spark Brilliance, and the lessons we can learn about being a kind and empathetic leader.    Throughout her career, Jackie has brought her expertise in Cognitive Psychology and Interpersonal Dynamics to the business world as a sought-after Leadership and Team Dynamics Coach.   ...

You know those moments of frustration that come creeping in, and the next thing you know, you've completely lost it on your kids?   It happens, and we know it happens, but is there a way to recover from it? This is what we're talking about in this episode with Carla Naumburg.   Carla Naumburg, PhD, LICSW, is a clinical social worker, parenting expert, and mother. She's the author of five non-ficti...