The Decision That Set Her Free: An Extraordinary Story of Resilience, Intuition and Finding Power with 3x Cancer Survivor, Amputee and Performance Athlete Tina Yerdon

The Decision That Set Her Free: An Extraordinary Story of Resilience, Intuition and Finding Power with 3x Cancer Survivor, Amputee and Performance Athlete Tina Yerdon

In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode, I sit down with Tina Yerdon, to discuss a journey defined by extraordinary resilience, courage and perseverance. Diagnosed with osteosarcoma at just 21 years young, Tina endured three separate cancer diagnoses, years of treatment, multiple setbacks and ultimately the life-changing decision to undergo a leg amputation. Together, we explore what it means to keep moving forward when life repeatedly knocks you down. This conversation is about survival, identity, resilience, freedom, trusting your intuition and finding the strength to rebuild yourself time and time again. Tina's story is a powerful reminder that while adversity can change us, it does not have to define us and there is so much beauty and growth in the journey. We discuss: * Tina's first osteosarcoma diagnosis at age 21  * The symptoms that led her to seek answers  * Navigating cancer treatment as a young adult  * Serious complications, infections and setbacks during recovery  * The recurrence of cancer and learning to trust her intuition  * Advocating for herself when something didn't feel right and when her Doctor wasn’t on board * How to protect your nervous system through medical trauma * The life-changing decision to undergo a leg amputation  * Grieving the loss of a limb while rebuilding her identity and stepping into a new life of freedom and power * The power of HER * Phantom pain-what the brain remembers * Learning to adapt physically, mentally and emotionally  * The power of a scar * Training as a Paralympic athlete and embracing a new challenge  * The realities and unexpected moments of living with a prosthetic limb  * The financial burden and hidden costs of prosthetics  * How listeners can support Amputees better. Words matter. * How resilience is built through the choices you make every day  And so much more. Be sure to tune in!   Follow Lauren on IG: @levelup_withlauren Follow Tina Yerdon on IG @dr._amputina   Make sure to like and subscribe!

The Last Chapter Beautifully Lived: Lessons From Hospice with Dr. Charles Vialotti, Medical Director, Villa Marie Claire

Today’s episode is so special. I sat down with Dr. Charlie Vialotti, Hospice Medical Director of Villa Marie Claire to have a very unique conversation about the transition from life to death and the role that Hospice care plays during that very emotional time. You will walk away from today’s podcast with a shift in perspective that beauty can exist at the end of life for both the patient and the families and that Hospice is not about dying and it is everything about living, quality of life, dignity, grace, connection, gratitude, forgiveness and love. And while it might be a chapter closing for those departing, it can also be an experience that breathes life into those still here. Dr. Vialotti’s passion for Hospice care is his soul’s calling. As the only Resident Hospice Medical Director in the State of NJ, perhaps even nationally, Dr. Vialotti lives every day and night witnessing the unwinding of a soul and the magic of what takes place in, the in between. The in between being here and there. There being Heaven and where our loved ones meet us again. He is a Guardian of a soul’s last chapter and his perspective, wisdom and insights on life transitioning to death are a gift to all that will listen, even if not saying goodbye to someone. In this deeply touching conversation, we explore: * How would a family know to even consider Hospice care for their loved one? Is there a moment of transition in someone’s medical journey or a care taker’s journey where there is an opportunity to go about things differently? * What is hospice really meant to provide beyond pain management. * How Villa Marie is unique from other Hospice experiences and how they embrace the simple joys of life. * What are the signs to look for that suggest someone is transitioning from life to death. * The power of the sole. The soles of the feet are a life giving energy source of input from the earth and when someone is dying, they are the first area of the body to show life force is coming to a close.  * What do families often misunderstand about what the final days or hours look like? * Many people fear missing the last breath, that final moment. Does the person dying feel that way too? * How important is humor during emotionally heavy times in this process for the patient and the families? * Do people tend to die differently when they feel emotionally or spiritually at peace? * What does it mean when someone clinically should have died based on the medical signs but they are still hanging on? * Are there common themes in what patients express about meaning of life, forgiveness or love at the end? * Does the process of dying have an intelligence or rhythm of its own? * Do patients ever describe experiences, visions, dreams, or moments of clarity, that feel spiritual or unexplainable? * Does Hospice pace you naturally to help bring you to a place of closure and peace before dying? * Do people express regretting not taking their health more seriously earlier in life? * What do patients most want their families to know or hear near the end of life? * What are small things families can do that make a big difference in a loved one’s final days? * What lessons from the dying do the living most need to hear? And so much more! Tune in. Follow @levelup_withlauren For more information on Villa Marie Claire visit: www.villamarieclaire.org

Oral Health + Whole Body Healing: Why Your Mouth Matters, with Biologic Dentistry Pioneer Dr. Gerry Curatola + Biologic Restorative Dentist, Dr. Jeannie Grecco

In today's episode, we’re diving into the world of biological dentistry, a topic that truly embodies the idea that the mouth is not separate from the body, but intimately and powerfully connected to it. The mouth–body connection is real. What’s happening in your oral health doesn’t stay in your mouth; it influences your immune system, your nervous system, your inflammation levels, your energy and so much more. We explore what it really means to approach dentistry from a whole-body perspective. My time with Biologic Dentistry Pioneer Dr. Gerry Curatola and Biologic Restorative Dentist, Dr. Jeannie Grecco, was filled with so much gratitude.  These are practitioners who are not only incredibly knowledgeable but deeply committed to treating the whole person. The conversation was expansive, insightful and empowering and I truly believe you’re going to feel that too. If you’ve ever wondered whether your dental health could be impacting your overall wellness… if you’ve sensed there’s more to the story… this episode is for you. We explore: What makes a true Biological Dentist, Biological? How important is the mouth to the overall body connection? Is a root canal ever a good option to help preserve the tooth? Is getting a second root canal in the same dead tooth a major red flag? After pulling a root canal tooth can you leave the space empty or do you need a dental implant? Dental Implants. What are the Pro’s and Con’s of titanium vs zirconia and is one preferred in biological dentistry? Dental Meridian Charts and how every tooth is connected to every organ and system in your body.   Are mercury fillings ever ok to have in your teeth or is that a hard hell no?  Why is Fluoride such a hot topic in the dental space and should people get it? What about for kids? What are cavitations and how can these silently affect your health? What can a 3D Cone Beam Scan show you that a x ray cannot? Are sealants an effective way to prevent further decay or break down from grinding?  Can your teeth take a hit when going through menopause?  Truth or False? Mouthwash is poisonous?  Why is it especially important for women to get a cleaning when pregnant or at the very least before pregnancy? How often should people go to a dentist? ...and so much more! Follow Lauren Wright: @levelup_withlauren To book an appt or to learn more: www.rejuv-health.com Follow Dr. Gerry Curatola: @drgerrycuratola Follow Dr. Jeannie Grecco: @drjeanniegrecco Follow Rejuvenation Dentistry: @rejuvenationhealth Learn more about Revitin Prebiotic Toothpaste, www.revitin.com Dr. Gerry Curatola's book, The Mouth Body Connection can be purchased Nationwide.

Welcome to the Barn - Let's Level up Together!

A new podcast where heart meets healing and stories spark transformation. Hosted by Lauren Wright, this show is all about real conversations with inspiring people who are focused on wellness and transforming their mind, body and spirit.

Beating Breast Cancer & Finding Her Way Back Home to Her Soul’s Purpose with Jill Martin

In this episode of Level Up with Lauren @ The Barn I sat down with the very special Jill Martin. You most likely know her from the Today Show or from seeing her on the NY Times Best selling author list. Or perhaps you own one of her incredible Sherpa's, By Jill Martin, which feels like the coziest hug of love. Or maybe you are in awe of her strength and resiliency in how she so courageously beat breast cancer and is now filled with such passion as an educator and advocate for women who are in the fight. She is a bright light in this world and it was incredible to learn and feel in this interview how her journey with breast cancer brought her back home to herself-she had the power all along. We discuss: A beautiful letter Jill wrote to herself that hits this journey right on the head. Her awareness of breast cancer with her family lineage. How no test is perfect but divinely placed angels are. In fact her mammogram and sonograms were clear the day she wasdiagnosed with breast cancer. The importance of genetic testing for individuals and for those who are doing IVF. Now on the other end of cancer, in what ways has cancer been a gift. What are ways people can support others during this journey. How can woman stay grounded and trust the process when fighting for your life. When in fight or flight, the importance of having a Doctor you trust as your intuition is wiped out. Things that can help maintain your sparkle during treatment and post treatment. What things help post treatment to pick the pieces up again. Beauty is fleeting, confidence is everything. Be brave and have the audacity to keep going. The positivity behind that courage. How Jill stays medically and emotionally cancer free. All the magic behind her Sherpa empire and what’s to come. The Warrior Effect and the mission. Greatness comes out of trauma. Benefit of post traumatic growth is realizing that you should only surround yourself with A+ people. Follow Lauren at: @levelup_withlauren Follow Jill Martin at: @jillmartin Jill Martin Sherpas: www.jillmartin.com