The Cinnamon Effect - Supporting Women's Health, Emotional Resilience and Personal Growth

Building Bolay With Chris Gannon - Healthy Food Franchises, Fatherhood, Living Boldly & Leading With Purpose

What does it take to build a thriving gluten free fast casual franchise, raise a family with intention, swim from Alcatraz, and carry on a legendary restaurant legacy? I sat down with Chris Gannon, co-founder of Bolay Fresh Fast Casual, to find out. Chris shares the business and life lessons he absorbed growing up watching his father Tim Gannon build Outback Steakhouse, and how he channeled that into creating one of the most exciting healthy food franchises in the country. We dig into what leading by example really looks like - as a CEO, as a triathlete, as an equestrian, and as a dad. Chris also shares what being chosen as Chief Osceola at FSU truly required, and why that experience shaped his leadership style in ways he still draws from today. If you care about entrepreneurship, wellness, clean eating, and living with purpose, this episode is for you. Connect: Bolay Website: https://www.bolay.com/ [https://www.bolay.com/]' Bolay IG: https://www.instagram.com/bolay [https://www.instagram.com/bolay] To connect with host Kimberly Hand: Website: https://www.kimberlyhand.com [https://www.kimberlyhand.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyhand_ [https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyhand_] Shop The Cinnamon Effect Journal here: https://thecinnamoneffect.com/journal [https://thecinnamoneffect.com/journal] The Cinnamon Effect is recorded at PodPlus Studios ( @PodPlusStudios [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCSCq49x1SGl3-zW4BsRbhJQ]) in Jupiter, Florida, and produced by Hype Boss ( @hype-boss-hype-boss [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCzMlpAmXpC-x5J7WJBAm93w]) For more information, visit https://www.podplusstudios.com [https://www.podplusstudios.com].

What 45 Taught Me: How to Stop Overthinking, Build Real Confidence and Expand Your Life with Kimberly Hand

Turning 46 felt different. Not because of the number, but because of what the year before it quietly handed me - six raw, honest, life-changing lessons that I'm still sitting with. In this episode, I'm opening up about the most transformative insights from my 45th year - the kind that don't come from a book or a course, but from actually living. If you've ever felt stuck, scared, or like you're spinning your wheels without actually moving forward, this one is for you. Here's what we're unpacking: 🔓 The cage door isn't locked - The thing holding you back might not be a barrier at all. I'll share how I realized I had more freedom than I ever gave myself credit for - and why we stay in cages we could walk out of any time. ✅ Do it anyway - Waiting to feel ready is the longest wait of your life. This year taught me that action doesn't require permission from your feelings. 🧠 Overthinking is just fear dressed up as productivity - If you've ever spent hours "researching" instead of doing, this will hit home. I break down how I finally caught myself in this pattern and what I did to interrupt it. 💪 Courage comes first, confidence comes later - We have it backwards. Confidence isn't what gives you courage - it's what follows it. This mindset shift changed everything about how I approach new challenges. 🌱 You can expand without starting over - Growth doesn't have to mean burning it all down. I talk about how I learned to build on what already exists rather than constantly chasing a clean slate. 🏡 Your environment is either supporting you or draining you - There's no neutral. From the people around you to the physical spaces you inhabit, I share how auditing my environment became one of the most powerful things I did this year. Whether you're approaching a milestone birthday, navigating a major life transition, or simply craving a more intentional life, these lessons are ones I wish someone had handed me years ago. Hit play - and let's grow together. To connect with host Kimberly Hand: Website: https://www.kimberlyhand.com [https://www.kimberlyhand.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyhand_ [https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyhand_] Shop The Cinnamon Effect Journal here: https://thecinnamoneffect.com/journal [https://thecinnamoneffect.com/journal] The Cinnamon Effect is recorded at PodPlus Studios ( @PodPlusStudios [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCSCq49x1SGl3-zW4BsRbhJQ]) in Jupiter, Florida, and produced by Hype Boss ( @hype-boss-hype-boss [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCzMlpAmXpC-x5J7WJBAm93w]) For more information, visit https://www.podplusstudios.com [https://www.podplusstudios.com].

Dance Competition Recap: Saying Yes to Opportunities and Expanding Your Life

The night is done, the scores are in, and I have so much to share with you. If you’ve been following along on the Broadway Ballroom Battle journey, this episode is your full update - the real, honest recap of everything that happened. A few weeks ago, I shared in Episode 124 Link here why I said yes to competing in the Broadway Ballroom Battle - a charity ballroom dance competition supporting the Goldner Conservatory at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre and the next generation of young performers. Today, I’m back with the full recap. I’m walking you through what the days leading up to the competition actually felt like, the unexpected things that came up along the way and how I worked through them, and what it meant to step on that dance floor and give it everything I had. I also talk about what it was like being coached by the professionals at Fred Astaire Dance Studios - and yes, I get to share some really exciting news - I walked away with Top Audience Favorite and Top Ballroom Star, which still feels surreal to say out loud. But more than the awards, this experience reminded me of something I talk about a lot here on The Cinnamon Effect: real growth happens when we say yes to the uncomfortable things, when we show up even when we’re nervous, and when we trust the process. This was that, fully lived out. In this episode I’m sharing: • What the nerves really looked like in the days before competition night • The unexpected moments I didn’t see coming - and how I handled them • Why doing hard things is one of the most powerful tools for personal growth and overall wellness • What winning Top Audience Favorite and Top Ballroom Star meant to me • The bigger takeaway I’m carrying forward - and what I hope it sparks in you Thank you for cheering me on through every step of this journey. I felt every bit of your support, and I couldn’t wait to come back here and share this with you. Let’s get into it.

What Your Mouth Is Revealing About Your Health with Holistic and Biological Dentist Dr. Ilona Fotek

In this episode of The Cinnamon Effect podcast, I sit down with holistic and biological dentist Dr. Ilona Fotek - an internationally recognized leader in cosmetic and biologic restorative dentistry with two decades of clinical expertise. We talk about something I don’t think we pay enough attention to: how deeply your oral health is connected to your entire body. This conversation completely shifted my perspective. We talk about how what’s going on in your mouth can impact everything from inflammation to gut health to chronic issues- and how biological dentistry looks at the whole person, not just your teeth. Dr. Fotek breaks down why your mouth can be an early signal for what’s happening elsewhere in your body, and why so many people are missing this piece when it comes to their health. Of course, I asked her for specifics. We get into the toothpaste she actually recommends, what to look for (and avoid) in floss, and the simple daily routines that can make a real difference - like tongue scraping and oil pulling. This is one of those conversations that makes you rethink what “taking care of yourself” actually means. If you’ve been doing all the right things but still feel like something is off, this episode might connect a few dots. Connect: Website: www.dentalhealingarts.com [http://www.dentalhealingarts.com] Instagram: @dentalhealingarts To connect with host Kimberly Hand: Website: https://www.kimberlyhand.com [https://www.kimberlyhand.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyhand_ [https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyhand_] Shop The Cinnamon Effect Journal here: https://thecinnamoneffect.com/journal [https://thecinnamoneffect.com/journal] The Cinnamon Effect is recorded at PodPlus Studios ( @PodPlusStudios [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCSCq49x1SGl3-zW4BsRbhJQ]) in Jupiter, Florida, and produced by Hype Boss ( @hype-boss-hype-boss [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCzMlpAmXpC-x5J7WJBAm93w]) For more information, visit https://www.podplusstudios.com [https://www.podplusstudios.com].

How To Build A Dream Life, Leverage Your Rolodex, And Avoid Choosing the Wrong Partner in Life and Business With Pretty Tasty's Co-Founder Scarlett Leung

Episode 129 - In this episode of The Cinnamon Effect, I sit down with Scarlett Leung - Chief Brand Officer and Co-Founder of Pretty Tasty, an innovative line of collagen infused teas. This conversation is as energizing as it is inspiring. Scarlett is someone who truly embodies what it means to design a dream life with intention, creativity, and courage. Scarlett shares her incredible journey from attending MIT to helping build Lancôme into the top makeup brand in Asia, and how those experiences shaped her entrepreneurial mindset. We talk about the power of relationships, why your Rolodex can be one of your greatest assets, and how the right connections can open doors you never imagined. But we also go deeper. Scarlett speaks candidly about choosing the right partner in life - and why she believes choosing the wrong one can be one of the most detrimental decisions for a woman’s health and happiness. It’s an honest and refreshing perspective that ties directly into The Cinnamon Effect philosophy: building a life that supports your highest self. We also talk about starting companies with outside capital, taking calculated risks, and how Scarlett infuses fun into everything she creates - including her collagen tea brand, Pretty Tasty. She shares her approach to longevity, prioritizing skincare, and why she hasn’t worn foundation in over ten years. This episode is about building a life that feels as good as it looks - through relationships, health, entrepreneurship, and staying curious along the way. Scarlett brings wisdom, humor, and a fresh perspective on what it really means to create success on your own terms. If you’re dreaming bigger, building something new, or simply looking for inspiration to design your next chapter, this conversation is for you. Connect: Pretty Tasty Website: https://www.prettytasty.com/ [https://www.prettytasty.com/] Pretty Tasty IG: https://www.instagram.com/drinkprettytasty/ [https://www.instagram.com/drinkprettytasty/] To connect with host Kimberly Hand: Website: https://www.kimberlyhand.com [https://www.kimberlyhand.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyhand_ [https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyhand_] Shop The Cinnamon Effect Journal here: https://thecinnamoneffect.com/journal [https://thecinnamoneffect.com/journal] The Cinnamon Effect is recorded at PodPlus Studios ( @PodPlusStudios ) in Jupiter, Florida, and produced by Hype Boss ( @hype-boss-hype-boss ) For more information, visit https://www.podplusstudios.com [https://www.podplusstudios.com].