The Optimized Mind

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with trust expert and author Dr. Darryl Stickel. The discussion focuses on Darryl’s path to building a business focused on building trust. Central themes which emerge through this powerful conversation include overcoming early challenges and setbacks and how this often fosters empathy and an understanding of others, how people learn to trust an...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Lindsey Mazza, attorney turned coach, speaker and disability advocate. The discussion focuses on Lindsey’s transition from law to coaching and speaking. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the idea of disability as a superpower and why the process of integrating difference into sense of self and identity over time is...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with mindset coach and speaker Susan Lazar Hart. The discussion focuses on how Susan’s path to coaching evolved over time through a vast array of experiences. Central themes which emerge through the conversation include the benefits and power of multiple experiences in shaping who we become, the power of congruent living in helping people to ca...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with healthcare advocate and liver transplant survivor Dan Bonner. The discussion focuses on Dan’s journey from first getting sick through his liver transplant and beyond. Central themes which emerge through this powerful conversation include making sense of life- threatening illness, the physical and emotional experience of transplant and reco...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with entrepreneur and researcher Dr. John Lewis. The discussion focuses on Dr. Lewis’ recent research findings on the benefits of polysaccharides on health and well-being with emphasis on the benefits for those with neurodegenerative conditions. Central themes which emerge through the conversation focus on the ways in which rebalancing the immu...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with personal development coach Peggy Van De Plassche. The discussion focuses on the power of microdosing in stress, anxiety and mood management, performance and productivity. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include Peggy’s 90-day plan for integrating microdosing into one’s lifestyle in a safe and effective way, the importanc...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with personal development coach and educator Megan Hanewald. The discussion focuses on Megan’s path into the coaching and education space and how she built on this passion to help others maximize their own potential in sports and in life. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the idea that it is never too late to become an...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with mindfulness architect Holly McNeill. The discussion focuses on Holly’s evolution from exhausted and burned out to thriving within the context of life and business. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the reality that we are not our emotions, thoughts and feelings, the ways in which the P.E.R.L.O.V.E Formula helps peo...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate welcomes author and professional speaker Gina Schaefer back to celebrate the launch of the show’s third year. The discussion focuses on Gina’s shift into the professional speaking world after transitioning out of The Hardware Business she built over the past 20 years. Central themes which emerge through the conversation include the power of speaking...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with emergency management expert, Patrick Hardy. The discussion focuses on Patrick’s path into emergency management and disaster preparedness and how this has evolved into a passion and thriving business. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the power of grit and perseverance, the importance of maintaining a sense of contr...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Dr. Don Wood, founder of The Inspired Performance Institute. The discussion focuses on Dr. Don’s path to developing a ground-breaking program to help people clear trauma, calm the mind and body and move towards potential. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the importance of fixing the problem (unresolved trauma) and...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with entrepreneur and Mom, Shannon Addison. The discussion focuses on the evolution of Shannon’s brand – My Crumby World. Central themes which emerge through this powerful conversation include – the importance of empowering girls towards kindness to combat bullying and mean girl behavior, the far reaching implications of bullying on the self-es...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and the founder of Best Seller Publishing Rob Kosberg. The discussion focuses on the evolution of Rob’s business, along with his new book Write with AI. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the advent of AI and how this can serve a powerful tool for authors if used in the correc...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with artist and author, Harvey Herman. The discussion focuses on a journey through Harvey’s amazing life within the context of his recently published memoir, It’s Time to Repot. Central themes which emerge through this powerful conversation include – The importance of family, acting without being held back by fear, failure or risk, the secret o...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Therman Trotman entrepreneur and Founder of The SharePoint Helpdesk. The discussion focuses on the ways in which SharePoint can streamline productivity for individuals and businesses – optimizing performance for both. Central themes which emerge through the conversation include an overview of SharePoint and how it ‬‭works; the benefits of...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Global Performance Coach, Michelle Cleere, Ph. D. The discussion focuses on the non-linear path towards growth and potential. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include – the importance of taking the first step forward, how we can apply the principles of sports performance across domains, the importance of recognizing small...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Sue Willoughby, Equus Coach and founder of Willoughby Coaching. The discussion focuses on Sue's lifelong love of horses and the powerful impact of horses within the coaching relationship. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the power of the human animal bond, equine assisted coaching and how it helps people build awa...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Michele Phillips, happiness expert and author. The discussion focuses on the science of happiness with emphasis on Michele’s book, The Happiness Habit and how she has brought the wisdom shared in the book to corporate leaders across domains, the intersection of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being; the importance of integra...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer, functional medicine expert and physician founder of Well Empowered. The discussion focuses on the power of functional medicine in guiding people to resolve health challenges, while allowing them to maximize potential and thrive; the importance of caring for yourself from a place of self-love, integrating wellness habit...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Scott Mautz, CEO/Founder of Profound Performance™, a keynote, workshop, and training company that helps business leaders become even better, more inspired versions of themselves. The discussion focuses on Scott’s book The Mentally Strong Leader and the leadership principles laid out in the book. Central themes which emerge through the disc...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Marijke Kershaw, certified personal performance coach and facilitator. The discussion focuses on Marijke’s career path from the grocery and food industry to HR and talent development with a focus on corporate well-being. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the importance of using strengths to flourish in work and bey...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Doug Noll, peacemaker and award-winning author. The discussion focuses on Doug’s inspiring story with emphasis on his transition from a trial attorney to peacemaker and expert in the concept of affect labeling. Central themes which emerge through this powerful discussion include the neuroscience of peace and conflict; the power of affect l...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Jocelyn Sandstrom, a certified teacher and practitioner of Advanced Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Neurological Repatterning, Ericksonian Hypnosis and a Millennium Method™. The discussion focuses on Jocelyn’s integrated approach to healing and helping people shatter their limiting beliefs and reach their potential. Central themes which emer...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with psychologist and coach Elle Sullivan. The discussion focuses on helping women to maximize potential through life transitions. Themes which emerge throughout this engaging discussion include – helping women to manage through key decision points in their lives with courage and confidence, harnessing inner strength, the ways in which problema...

In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Vena Sterling, attorney, business strategist and coach. The discussion focuses on Vena’s journey from attorney to business strategist and coach. Primary themes which emerge through this engaging discussion include empowering female entrepreneurs to maximize their potential as business owners and as people, the importance of working smarter...