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A Styled Life on Both Sides of the Camera with Gillean McLeod

Gillian McLeod on Styling, Starting Modeling at 52, and the H&M Swimsuit Ad That Changed EverythingDian Griesel interviews stylist-turned-model Gillian McLeod [https://www.instagram.com/gilleanmcleod/], who began styling after working for a clothing designer and running a kids’ clothing line, then spent 30 years in print advertising, joining a costumers union and building long-term crews with producers and photographers. Gillian describes the realities of styling on set, the need for flexibility, and how iPhones changed last-minute creative demands, along with the importance of staying in your lane on productions. She explains how she started modeling at 52 after stepping into a role on a shoot, then later went viral at 60 from an H&M swimsuit job shot with no hair or makeup, bringing both major media attention and harsh comments. Gillean discusses confidence, auditions, iconic campaigns, concerns about AI misuse of images, and advice for aspiring models to be themselves and build a strong portfolio. Please SUBSCRIBE! I’m Dian Griesel, Ph.D. aka @SilverDisobedience to my hundreds of thousands of monthly blog readers. You can learn more about me here:   ⁠https://diangriesel.com⁠ [https://diangriesel.com/] But for starters…I am a perception [https://diangriesel.com/]ist. For 30 years I have helped my clients to achieve greater understanding as to how perceptions impact everything we do whether personally or professionally. "Raw, truth-driven conversations with fascinating guests — from business & psychology to careers, pop culture & the B.S. in between." Expect bold questions. Unfiltered insights. A few laughs. Real growth. Subscribe & Join the Conversation. Show Run: 00:00 Meet Gillian McLeod00:56 From Styling to Set Life04:17 How Styling Jobs Happen06:40 Union and Set Etiquette07:02 Starting Modeling at 5210:38 The H&M Swimsuit Moment14:23 Confidence and Auditions18:50 Campaign Stories and Transformations21:31 AI and Image Theft Fears26:10 Advice for New Models30:08 Wrap Up and Where to Follow

Colorectal Cancer is on the Rise: What You Want to Know with Dr. Avishek Kumar, MD. Lt Col USAF

Colorectal cancer isn't just an "old person's disease" anymore. Do you know the signs? 👉 Share this with someone who needs to hear this! In recent years, more young adults are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, often without family history or obvious symptoms. Why is this happening? Factors like lifestyle, diet, and stress play significant roles. Dr. Avishek Kumar, a hematologist and oncologist, [https://www.regionalcancercare.org/physicians/avishek-kumar-md/] who is also a Lieutenant Colonel and a flight surgeon in aerospace and medicine services with the  United States Air Force 482nd Fighter Wing, emphasizes the importance of recognizing warning signs. Those colorectal cancer warning signs may include things like sudden weight loss or changes in bowel habits. Ignoring these can lead to serious health issues down the road. So, if you notice any unusual symptoms, don’t brush them off. A conversation with your primary care physician can be a crucial first step. Let’s prioritize awareness and prevention together! This discussion is vital, whether you're someone who avoids doctors or someone looking to make healthier choices. Join us in spreading awareness about colorectal health! Learn more here: https://www.regionalcancercare.org/physicians/avishek-kumar-md/ Please SUBSCRIBE! I’m Dian Griesel, Ph.D. aka @SilverDisobedience to my hundreds of thousands of monthly blog readers. You can learn more about me here:   ⁠https://diangriesel.com⁠ [https://diangriesel.com/] But for starters…I am a perception [https://diangriesel.com/]ist. For 30 years I have helped my clients to achieve greater understanding as to how perceptions impact everything we do whether personally or professionally. "Raw, truth-driven conversations with fascinating guests — from business & psychology to careers, pop culture & the B.S. in between." Expect bold questions. Unfiltered insights. A few laughs. Real growth. Subscribe & Join the Conversation.

Aging, Perception and the Desire to Feel Like Yourself with Dr. Lynne Haven

SilverDisobedience® Perception Dynamics™ host Dian Griesel interviews renowned dermatologist Dr. Lynne Haven about how aesthetic treatments relate to identity, confidence, aging, and also the desire to look like yourself rather than chase perfection. Dr. Haven explains that most patients seek to feel more vital and aligned. She emphasizes listening, personalization, restraint, and choosing practitioners with not only the best knowledge and expertise, but also essentials such as skill, artistry, and integrity. Together, they discuss social media filters and unrealistic expectations; motivations, such as life events; menopause and related collagen loss; and increased concerns with GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, such as loss of facial volume and hair shedding. Dr. Haven shared ways to mitigate these side effects with nutrition, slowing weight loss, and devices that tighten skin and build muscle. The conversation covers differences in aging by sex; the mind-body impact of Botox; noninvasive dermatology vs. surgery; risks of unqualified injectors; sun protection; evidence-based skincare, including vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and retinoids; acne treatments; skin-cancer warning signs; lasers for sun damage; and considerations for different skin tones. Learn more about Dr. Lynne Haven and her work at any of these links: https://www.lynnehavenmd.com [https://www.lynnehavenmd.com] https://www.instagram.com/lynnehavenmd/ [https://www.instagram.com/lynnehavenmd/] Please SUBSCRIBE! I’m Dian Griesel, Ph.D. aka @SilverDisobedience to my hundreds of thousands of monthly blog readers. You can learn more about me here:   ⁠https://diangriesel.com⁠ [https://diangriesel.com/] But for starters…I am a perception [https://diangriesel.com/]ist. For 30 years I have helped my clients to achieve greater understanding as to how perceptions impact everything we do whether personally or professionally. "Raw, truth-driven conversations with fascinating guests — from business & psychology to careers, pop culture & the B.S. in between." Expect bold questions. Unfiltered insights. A few laughs. Real growth. Subscribe & Join the Conversation. SHOW RUN: 00:00 Beauty Beyond Vanity 02:01 Why Patients Call 03:14 Filters And Expectations 06:29 Life Changes And Aging 07:35 GLP-1 Side Effects 10:29 Men Women And Timing 12:14 Psychology And Botox 14:27 Derm Vs Plastic Surgery 16:23 Choosing The Right Doctor 18:01 Botox Parties Gone Wrong 21:17 Sun Protection Essentials 25:20 Skincare Product Basics 27:20 Acne Across The Ages 28:47 Skin Cancer Warning Signs 30:26 Lifestyle And Nutrition 33:26 Maintenance And Lasers 36:26 Skin Tone And Safety 38:47 Final Wrap And Links

Escape Programming Defaults and Become Wildly Human with Eric Edmeades

Why You Don’t Do What’s Best for You (and How to Fix It)! ~Eric Edmeades on Evolutionary Mismatch, WildFit & Habit Cessation In this SilverDisobedience Perception Dynamics conversation Dian Griesel is joined by self-motivation and leadership expert Eric Edmeades who explains why people often don’t do what they know is best, arguing that instincts, habits, and nervous-system cues shaped for survival can misfire in modern life due to “evolutionary mismatch.” He describes how behaviors like smoking, vaping, and phone scrolling trigger real chemical rewards through mismatched stimuli, and why today’s pervasive stress differs from ancestral peak danger. Edmeades connects these ideas to his WildFit approach, outlining seasonal metabolic “fuel systems” (carbs/sugar, fat, and protein burning), nutrition quality, and the value of muscle density and movement for lymphatic flow and longevity. He discusses the origins of his book Post-Diabetic and the concept of being “post-diabetic” after reversal. He shares practical environmental ideas (natural sound, light, air, water) and offers free resources: https://ericedmeades.com/ https://impactdynamics.scoreapp.com/ Please SUBSCRIBE! I’m Dian Griesel, Ph.D. aka @SilverDisobedience to my hundreds of thousands of monthly blog readers. You can learn more about me here:   ⁠https://diangriesel.com⁠ But for starters…I am a perceptionist. For 30 years I have helped my clients to achieve greater understanding as to how perceptions impact everything we do whether personally or professionally."Raw, truth-driven conversations with fascinating guests — from business & psychology to careers, pop culture & the B.S. in between." Expect bold questions. Unfiltered insights. A few laughs. Real growth. Subscribe & Join the Conversation. Show Run: 00:00 Why We Don’t Act 00:56 Survival Habits Explained 02:58 Evolutionary Mismatch Today 04:20 Modern Stress vs Real Danger 06:54 WildFit Origins 07:19 Elephant in the Zoo 09:16 Designing a Calmer Home 11:08 Why Water Feels Safe 13:33 WildFit Nutrition Basics 13:57 Three Fuel Systems 15:51 Seasonal Metabolic Cycling 17:03 Overfed Yet Undernourished 17:40 Movement Beyond Weight Loss 18:53 Nature Deprivation Fix 19:46 Muscle Density for Longevity 20:20 Three Muscle Messages 20:53 Train to Failure 21:25 Lymph Needs Movement 22:51 Rebounding for Flow 23:22 Why Post-Diabetic 24:53 Ruben’s Reversal Story 26:32 Post-Diabetic Framework 28:29 Life Upended by Travel 30:28 Writing New Books 31:31 Stop It and Behavior Change 33:36 Parting Wisdom and Gifts 35:18 Free Tools and Closing

The Astrologer's Guide: Navigating Love and Life with Neda Farr

Soulmate Astrology Explained with Neda Far: Birth Charts, Compatibility, Retrogrades & AstrocartographySilverDisobedience Perception Dynamics host Dian Griesel interviews astrologer Neda Farr, who has studied astrology for over 10 years and now specializes in “soulmate astrology.” Neda explains that a birth chart is a snapshot of the sky at the exact moment of birth and that sun-sign compatibility is often inaccurate because it ignores other key placements like the moon, rising, Mars, and Mercury, plus aspects and houses. She outlines zodiac elements (fire, water, air, earth) and describes personality traits tied to each, noting that chart clusters can override sun-sign stereotypes. Neda discusses her soulmate readings, compatibility “placements,” and how she uses birth data and astrocartography to suggest where and how someone may meet a soulmate. She warns that accurate birth time is crucial, clarifies newspaper horoscopes, touches on evolved vs. unevolved signs and karma, and explains retrogrades (especially Mercury). She also shares her app, Star Crossed, which offers soulmate readings and upcoming features. Learn more and follow Neda here: https://www.tiktok.com/@nedatheastrologer [https://www.tiktok.com/@nedatheastrologer] https://www.instagram.com/nedatheastrologer/ [https://www.instagram.com/nedatheastrologer/] Please SUBSCRIBE! I’m Dian Griesel, Ph.D. aka @SilverDisobedience to my hundreds of thousands of monthly blog readers. You can learn more about me here:   ⁠https://diangriesel.com⁠ [https://diangriesel.com/] But for starters…I am a perception analyst [https://diangriesel.com/], counselor, hypnotherapist [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/dian-griesel-new-york-ny/450545]. For 30 years I have helped my clients to achieve greater understanding as to how perceptions impact everything we do whether personally or professionally. "Raw, truth-driven conversations with fascinating guests — from business & psychology to careers, pop culture & the B.S. in between." Expect bold questions. Unfiltered insights. A few laughs. Real growth. Subscribe & Join the Conversation. Show Run: 00:00 Looking to the Stars00:20 Meet Neda Astrologer01:23 Birth Chart Basics02:47 Moon and Rising Signs03:30 Compatibility Beyond Sun05:11 Elements and Traits07:18 What Is a Soulmate07:57 Soulmate Reading Method09:35 Astrocartography Love Lines10:29 How Many Soulmates12:38 Dating With Intention12:48 Finding Your Blueprint14:40 Her Soulmate Story17:20 Reading Charts Correctly18:51 Horoscopes and Houses19:54 Astrology History Patterns20:59 Karma and Life Lessons22:01 Evolved vs Unevolved Signs24:10 Apps and Wrong Charts25:24 Mercury Retrograde Explained27:01 Astrology as Self Reflection27:57 Star Crossed App Features28:39 Drastic Changes and Validation30:10 Closing Advice and Wrap