Waves of Emotion

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone...

Hosts Dr. Abbe Keen (Chiropractic Physician and Functional Nutrition Practitioner), Taylor Keen (Licensed Professional Counselor), and Kiersten Hansen (Functional Nutrition Practitioner) turn their focus to counseling and its role in overall health in this episode, “Maybe You Should Talk to Someone.” Through personal stories and professional insight, the hosts explore why counseling can be a powerful tool for processing life’s challenges, gaining perspective, and fostering emotional and relational growth. They discuss how unresolved experiences, patterns, and “normal” family dynamics often shape current struggles—and how having an objective, trusted space to process can bring clarity and healing. The conversation highlights what makes counseling effective, emphasizing the importance of the relationship between counselor and client, the value of confidentiality, and the reality that meaningful change happens both inside and outside the counseling room. They also address common hesitations—such as feeling like you “should be able to handle it on your own”—and reframe counseling as a supportive, collaborative process rather than a last-resort solution. Listeners are guided through practical considerations like how to find the right counselor, what to expect from the process, and why starting before a crisis can lead to deeper, more sustainable growth. Throughout, the hosts reinforce the importance of community, connection, and stewardship of emotional health as essential components of holistic wellbeing. This episode offers an honest and approachable look at counseling, encouraging listeners to seek support, stay curious about their own patterns, and engage in the work of growth with both intention and grace.

I Grew Up Drinking From a Water Hose!

Hosts Dr. Abbe Keen, Chiropractic Physician and Functional Nutrition Practitioner, Taylor Keen, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Kiersten Hansen, Functional Nutrition Practitioner, turn their attention to one of the most essential and often overlooked foundations of health in this episode: water. The conversation explores why hydration plays such a critical role in physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The hosts discuss how water supports everything from cellular function and detoxification to energy, digestion, joint health, brain clarity, and mood. They also explain how hydration impacts the body’s ability to regulate inflammation, communicate effectively, and function at its best. Along the way, they address common questions and misconceptions about hydration, including whether coffee or tea count toward daily water intake and why thirst is often mistaken for hunger. Listeners will also hear practical guidance on recognizing signs of dehydration, understanding how much water the body may need, and making small, sustainable changes that can improve overall health over time. The episode also takes a closer look at water quality and modern concerns surrounding tap water, including contaminants, microplastics, and filtration options. Rather than approaching the topic with fear, the hosts encourage listeners to stay informed, think critically, and make realistic choices that fit their lifestyle and health goals. Throughout the discussion, the hosts emphasize that hydration is not complicated, but it is foundational. By viewing water as a daily tool for supporting the body and mind, listeners are encouraged to take simple, intentional steps toward greater health, balance, and resilience.

Man, That’s Expensive Urine!

Hosts Dr. Abbe Keen, a Chiropractic Physician and Functional Nutrition Practitioner, Taylor Keen, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and Kiersten Hansen, a Functional Nutrition Practitioner, continue their conversation in part two of “You Want Me to Eat That?” by exploring the practical and relational impact of food, community, and supplementation. Building on the educational foundation of part one, the hosts shift toward application by discussing the role food plays in connection, tradition, and celebration. They reflect on how shared meals foster community while also creating opportunities to make more intentional and nourishing choices. The conversation challenges listeners to think not only about what they consume, but also about how food can serve and support others. The episode also takes a deeper look at supplementation and why even a whole-food diet may not fully meet the body’s needs in today’s environment. The hosts explain the difference between synthetic and whole-food supplements, discuss the importance of bioavailability, and caution against a one-size-fits-all approach to health. Emphasizing individualized care, they encourage listeners to work with trained practitioners who focus on identifying root causes rather than simply managing symptoms. Throughout the discussion, the hosts highlight the connection between nutrition and mental and emotional well-being, exploring how nutrient deficiencies may affect anxiety, energy, focus, and resilience. They also reinforce that supplements are intended to support, not replace, foundational health habits such as whole foods, movement, sleep, and meaningful community. This episode encourages listeners to approach their health with greater awareness and stewardship while offering practical insight into creating a more sustainable and personalized approach to nourishment.

You Want Me To Eat That?!

Hosts Dr. Abbe Keen (Chiropractic Physician and Functional Nutrition Practitioner), Taylor Keen (Licensed Professional Counselor), and Kiersten Hansen (Functional Nutrition Practitioner) kick off Season 2 by diving deeper into the practical side of nutrition with the episode, “You Want Me to Eat That?!” Building on their holistic framework, the trio explores how modern food culture, convenience, and the Standard American Diet have distanced us from nutrient-dense, whole foods. They unpack the physical, emotional, and even spiritual implications of what we eat, highlighting how processed foods, depleted soil, and nutrient deficiencies can impact everything from energy levels to anxiety and resilience. With a strong emphasis on curiosity over judgment, they address the overwhelm many people feel around food and offer a grounded, grace-filled approach to making change. Listeners are guided through simple, practical shifts like shopping the perimeter of the grocery store, reading ingredient labels, and prioritizing whole foods while also considering the role of habits, community, and mindset in long-term health. This episode serves as an approachable starting point for anyone looking to better understand the connection between food and overall wellbeing, while offering realistic next steps to begin nourishing the body with intention.

Waves of Emotion

Hosts Dr. Abbe Keen, Taylor Keen, and Kiersten Hansen complete their "Triangle of Health" series by focusing on Emotional & Spiritual Wellbeing. Licensed Professional Counselor Taylor Keen steps to the forefront, integrating concepts like nervous system regulation, the Polyvagal Theory, and the mind-body connection into spiritual life. They discuss the critical role of emotional health in achieving true dominion, explaining how unprocessed trauma and chronic stress manifest physically and chemically, completing the health triangle. Drawing on the show's faith-based foundation, they encourage listeners to move beyond fear and embrace vulnerability as the path to healing, fostering resilience, and stewarding their internal landscape. The episode offers practical steps for grounding, finding spiritual rest, and ensuring your "bucket" doesn't get too full to serve your community. Reference Resources: * “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel Van Der Kolk [https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748] * “Waking the Tiger” by Peter Levine [https://www.amazon.com/Waking-Tiger-Healing-Peter-Levine/dp/155643233X] * The Allender Center [https://theallendercenter.org/] * Polyvagal Theory by Dr. Stephen Porges * “The Body Teaches the Soul” by Justin Whitmel Earley [https://www.amazon.com/Body-Teaches-Soul-Essential-Healthy/dp/0310368596] * The Psalms [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=psalms]