The Beauty in the Mess

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', Brianne Hall, a passionate educator on insulin resistance, shares her journey from personal health struggles to becoming an advocate. She demystifies insulin resistance, explaining its connection to various ailments such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, and migraines. Brianne discusses risk factors like high sugar diets and frequent eating, and highlights the effectiveness of intermittent fasting and a high-fiber diet in managing insulin resistance. She also shares powerful testimonials, including her own significant weight loss and her mother's health transformation. Brianne explains the benefits of Unicity's fiber matrix system and stresses the epidemic's hidden nature and its link to chronic diseases. You will hear them discuss their thoughts and beliefs, but they are not doctors. Please consult your own doctor to figure out what is best for you individually.Brianne is a mom of 5 very active kids. She works 2 jobs but recently discovered her passion. She now has a mission to teach as many people as possible about insulin resistance. Many people have never even heard of it, yet 9 out of 10 people have it. Brianne’s goal is to help people understand what it is, what the signs and symptoms are, and how to reverse it. There is hope and help, and she is ready to give you both of those.02:45 Introduction and Welcome02:52 Discovering Insulin Resistance03:34 Understanding Insulin Resistance05:51 Risk Factors and Symptoms07:27 Diet and Lifestyle Changes12:13 Exercise and Insulin Resistance13:09 Insulin Resistance vs. Diabetes16:30 Common Misconceptions and Treatments21:20 Signs and Testing for Insulin Resistance23:20 Reversing Insulin Resistance27:10 The RXL Protocol30:47 Steady Energy and Inflammation Benefits31:04 Managing Hunger During Fasting33:34 Electrolytes and Fasting-Related Migraines33:29 Weight Loss and Gut Health35:34 Importance of Sleep in Health38:54 Transformative Health Journey of My Mom43:49 Flavor and Consumption of Health Drinks45:13 Connecting on Social Media46:40 Reversing Health Conditions with Natural Protocols51:20 Doctors and Nutritional Awareness55:56 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

In this insightful episode, Michele welcomes Star Hansen, a certified professional organizer and author, to discuss the emotional and psychological dimensions of clutter. Starr shares her expertise on how clutter impacts our lives, the types of clutter, and practical tips for overcoming it. The conversation dives deep into personal stories, ancestral clutter, and actionable strategies for managing both practical and activated clutter.Star Hansen is a Certified Professional Organizer (CPO©) and Clutter Whisperer on a mission to help you banish your personal Clutter Monster, take control of your stuff, and create a life you’re truly proud of. Star looks at the deeper meaning of your stuff to help you figure out WHY you feel overwhelmed by your clutter in the first place. Star’s best-selling book, “Why the F*#@ Am I Still Not Organized?”, has inspired countless individuals to tackle their clutter head-on and find lasting solutions. She has appeared on over 30 TV shows, given a TEDx talk, and shared her fitted sheet folding secrets with Oprah & her fans. Her unique methodology has helped thousands of people get (and stay!) organized when nothing else worked. 02:20 Introduction to Star Hansen05:04 Two Types of Clutter: Activated vs Practical05:43 Emotional Aspect of Clutter10:01 No Need to Rush to Get Rid of Clutter10:55 Handing the Death of a Loved One11:38 Organizing is Boundary Work14:06 Guilt of Letting Things Go26:31 Ancestral or Generational Clutter46:47 Making Time for Yourself47:03 Small Steps to Organizing47:01 Consistency Over Time47:28 Varying Levels of Engagement50:31 Clutter In Every Room In Your Home Has a Different MeaningConnect with Star Hansen:·       https://www.starhansen.com/podcast·       https://www.starhansen.com/freeresources·       https://www.tiktok.com/@starhansen·       https://www.facebook.com/starhansen·       https://www.instagram.com/star.hansen·       https://www.starhansen.com/book·       https://www.youtube.com/starhansenLet's Connect!The Beauty In The Messhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/676609323457906https://thebeautyinthemess.com/·        https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-simms-mba-a061b96a/

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele converses with Patrice, a menopause coach, who shares her personal journey and experiences with menopause. Patrice details her early struggles with sleep, weight gain, and anxiety, eventually leading to her becoming a menopause health practitioner. She discusses the physiological and psychological impacts of menopause, the role of estradiol, and the importance of menopause education. Patrice emphasizes natural remedies, diet, and lifestyle adjustments to manage symptoms effectively. The discussion also includes the importance of support from spouses and the broader need for societal education on menopause.Patrice Lockhart is an esteemed figure in the field of menopause education and is certified with Menopause Movement in the UK. Patrice is the visionary behind the acclaimed "What Every Woman Should Know About Menopause Masterclass," an online sanctuary of knowledge that serves as a personalized guide for women seeking clarity, control, and joy throughout their menopausal journey. At the core of her mission lies a profound desire to leave each woman she encounters better than she found her. With this ethos guiding her every action, Patrice strives to empower women to embrace change, reclaim control, and find fulfillment in the journey beyond menopause.02:30 Introduction and Welcome02:42 Patrice's Personal Menopause Journey05:30 Realization and Acceptance of Perimenopause11:35 Understanding Menopause and Its Phases16:48 The Impact of Menopause on Women's Health21:51 The Importance of Menopause Education29:37 Embarrassing Incident at Work30:40 Struggles with Sleep and Health33:02 Understanding Menopause37:47 Natural Remedies and Diet42:52 Hormone Therapy Options50:01 Advice for Spouses and Support51:59 Final Thoughts and ResourcesConnect with Patrice Lockhart:·       https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausesurvivalcare·       https://menopausesurvivalcare.com/·       Email: patrice.stubbs@gmail.com·       Phone 242-439-3242Let's Connect!The Beauty In The Messhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/676609323457906https://thebeautyinthemess.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-simms-mba-a061b96a/     

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Michele welcomes mindset coach and clinical hypnotherapist Craig Meriwether. Craig helps people eliminate negative emotions and trauma so they can reach their full potential. We delve into Craig's personal journey through depression and anxiety, which led him to hypnotherapy as a means of healing. Craig shares insights on how the subconscious mind works, the importance of therapeutic hypnosis, and the potential for self-healing. We discuss the influence of childhood experiences, societal pressures, and negative media on our mental states. Our conversation also explores practical techniques to improve mental well-being, such as changing body posture, daily mindfulness, and practicing self-love, and confidence. Craig's expertise offers listeners valuable tools and strategies to rewire their brains and take control of their mental health.02:30 Introduction and Welcome02:39 Craig's Personal Journey with Depression and Anxiety04:46 Discovering Hypnotherapy06:16 The Impact of Childhood and Life Events on Mental Health08:10 The Power of the Subconscious Mind10:43 The Role of Hypnotherapy in Healing11:24 The Placebo Effect and Mind-Body Healing14:48 Building Confidence and Self-Belief19:01 The Importance of Self-Love and Positive Affirmations24:59 Filtering Information and Shifting Focus28:42 Research on Prozac and the Placebo Effect30:23 Healing Yourself: The Power Within31:31 The Influence of Media on Mental Health31:55 Understanding Brainwave States35:21 The Impact of TV on Consciousness38:09 The Power of Repetition and Practice43:01 Marketing Challenges in Modern Business48:06 Practical Steps to Change Your State52:48 Final Thoughts and ResourcesConnect with Craig Meriwether: https://aceanytest.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@aceanytest https://arizonaintegrativehypnotherapy.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AceAnyTestLet's Connect!The Beauty In The Messhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/676609323457906https://thebeautyinthemess.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-simms-mba-a061b96a/

Host Michele welcomes Savio Clemente. Savio shares his personal journey, recounting his upbringing in India and the US and career before being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2014. He emphasizes the importance of integrating mainstream and holistic healthcare practices for recovery. Savio also highlights the emotional and mental challenges faced by cancer survivors. He discusses the significance of self-awareness, community support, and finding personal resilience and purpose post-recovery. The conversation extends to the experiences of caregivers.Savio, a TEDx speaker and Stage 3 cancer survivor, knows transformation from the inside out. Battling cancer ignited a fire within him. This journey not only shaped his character but laid the foundation for his mission: empowering cancer survivors and ambitious leaders to amplify their voices and forge a truly healthy, wealthy, and wise lifestyle. Through his best-selling book and impactful work as a media journalist — covering inspirational stories of resilience and exploring wellness trends — Savio has collaborated with notable celebrities and TV personalities, bringing his insights to diverse audiences and touching countless lives. He guides you to love your inner stranger, rewrite your narrative, and unleash your potential. As a Board-Certified Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC, ACC), Savio helps individuals discover the profound truth: "to know thyself, is to heal thyself."03:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome03:17 Savio's Personal Journey05:03 Cancer Diagnosis and Initial Reactions07:24 Wellness Journey and Emotional Struggles10:25 The Role of Mental Health in Physical Healing17:34 Learning to Love Your Inner Stranger20:16 The Aloha Reboot and Healing Modalities31:55 Reframing Chemo as Healing32:45 A Lesson in Compassion and Empathy33:52 Men vs. Women: Coping with Cancer34:46 The Men's Retreat Experience37:27 The Role of Caregivers38:11 Cancer's Message and Personal Growth38:51 The Importance of Community and Support43:45 The Power of Humor in Healing46:21 The Journey of Writing a Book47:42 Challenges in Diversity and Representation52:54 The Stigma and Shame of Cancer60:49 Final Thoughts and LegacyConnect with Savio Clemente:https://www.thehumanresolve.comhttps://www.saviopclemente.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=J-DHtD2n0qo&vq=hd1080https://www.instagram.com/thehumanresolve/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/saviopclemente/Let's Connect!The Beauty In The Messhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/676609323457906https://thebeautyinthemess.com/·        https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-simms-mba-a061b96a/

Host, Michele, interviews Sander van Stee, a farmer with aspirations of becoming a fully regenerative farmer. Sander highlights his transition from traditional commercial farming to regenerative agriculture. Sander also discusses the differences between organic and regenerative farming, the health benefits of raw versus pasteurized milk, and the economic feasibility of regenerative farming. The conversation touches upon the importance of eating whole foods, the harmful effects of processed foods, and the critical role consumers play in driving change through their purchasing choices.Sander's health started slipping. Years of neglecting sleep and recovery finally caught up to him. He saw several specialists, but no one was able to figure out why his body stopped producing testosterone. He started to question everything: the medical system, his health choices, and even the way his family farmed. He was searching for ways to improve animal welfare when he came across regenerative agriculture. It took him 6 years to regain his health. Now he has 4 boys and his family also raises pastured turkeys which follow behind our grass fed beef much like how birds used to follow the ancient herds of bison that used to roam North America. He hopes to grow the regenerative side of the family farm to where they could transition their commercial dairy farm to regenerative practices as well. Sander introduces his company, Moral Eats, which is dedicated to improving farm animal welfare and producing high-quality food.03:10 Introduction and Welcome03:19 Personal Journey to Regenerative Farming04:16 Health Struggles and Discoveries05:46 Exploring Regenerative Agriculture08:13 Health Improvements and Lifestyle Changes11:46 Understanding Regenerative Farming18:05 Comparing Farming Practices19:59 Impact on Meat Quality25:05 Raw Milk and Gut Health27:45 The Role of Enzymes and Cytokines in Milk29:36 Debunking Raw Milk Myths32:06 Sustainability and Cost-Effectiveness in Farming35:04 Challenges and Benefits of Regenerative Agriculture41:21 The Impact of Diet on Health44:04 The Importance of Whole Foods47:46 The Misconception About Cholesterol and Fat50:03 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsConnect with Sander Van Stee:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvJwv8qs9AL7jo1pltVgcEAhttps://www.instagram.com/moraleats/https://www.facebook.com/MoralEatsFarms/https://moral-eats.localline.cahttps://www.moraleats.comLet's Connect!The Beauty In The Messhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/676609323457906https://thebeautyinthemess.com/·        https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-simms-mba-a061b96a/ 

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele welcomes successful business owner and four-time author, Elinor Moshe. Elinor shares her profound journey from a facade of success to a spiritual and emotional awakening, highlighting the suffocations of her perceived success. She delves into the transformative process of deconstructing and reconstructing one's identity, the pivotal role of astrology, human design, and healing modalities in understanding and reclaiming the true self. The conversation explores the profound effects of societal programming, the unconscious mind, and the importance of reconnecting with one's body. Elinor also discusses the essence and integration of the ego, shadow work, and the complexities involved in healing, offering insights into her coaching practice, 'Truth of You,' and emphasizing the importance of living in one's truth.Elinor is a thought leader, 4X author, podcast host and co-founder of Truth of You. As the podcast host of Deconstructing YOU, she delves deep into deconstructing paradigms, patterns and psyches to experience the truth of you by healing and journeying into the invisible and unknown. This was brought on by her own spiritual awakening, realizing the success became the suffocation, with no self-love, respect or honor remaining in her split realities. 02:45 Introduction and Warm Welcome03:08 Elinor's Backstory: Illusion of Success00:55 Spiritual Awakening and Identity Crisis05:44 The Journey of Self-Discovery10:39 Collective and Individual Healing15:59 Tools for Navigating the Soul18:39 Understanding and Healing the Inner Child28:55 The Concept of Shadow Work31:11 Understanding the Inner Saboteur33:04 Exploring Fear and Its Origins42:14 The Role of the Ego44:22 Reconnecting with the Body48:59 Introducing 'The Truth of You'53:41 Future Projects and Final ThoughtsConnect with Elinor Moshe:https://www.linkedin.com/in/elinor-moshe/https://www.instagram.com/elinormoshe_/https://www.truthofyou.com.au/Let's Connect!The Beauty In The Messhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/676609323457906https://thebeautyinthemess.com/·        https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-simms-mba-a061b96a/

Join me, Michele, for my latest episode of The Beauty In The Mess, where I dive deep into the challenging yet rewarding journey of horse rescue with Michelle Terrell. Michelle and her husband Mike have been rescuing horses for 12 years now and have gone on to found M&M Horse Rescue, Inc. Saving horses is their passion, and they are on a mission to save as many as they can. All I can say, is you know when you are talking to someone who is truly special, and Michelle is special. She and her husband, with their huge hearts, have taken on a mission to save displaced and abused horses. There are moments of tremendous sadness and moments of great reward, but they are fueled by their love for these animals. The need for horse rescue is much greater than most of us know.This episode emphasizes the serious issue of horse starvation and dehydration. Michelle urges horse owners to seek assistance from horse rescues if they cannot feed or properly care for their horses. It highlights the necessity of providing adequate hay and water, noting that horses can drink up to 25 gallons of water daily. Michelle emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the horses' well-being over pride by ensuring they are healthy and well-cared for.02:00 The Importance of Preventing Starvation26:49 Providing Essential Resources: Hay and Water27:16 Encouragement to Seek Help for Horse CareConnect with Michelle & Mike Terrell of M&M Horse Rescue Inc.:https://www.mmhorserescue.org/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566530420357Let's Connect!The Beauty In The Messhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/676609323457906https://thebeautyinthemess.com/·        https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-simms-mba-a061b96a/ 

In this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Amanda shares her remarkable journey from addiction and recovery to becoming a blogger, author, and podcaster. Amanda recounts her battle with addiction, getting sober in 2006 through what she describes as divine intervention, and the profound impact this has had on her life. She discusses her experiences with emotional bottoms, the principles of the 12-step recovery program, and how meditation and a spiritual awakening helped her find self-worth and purpose. Amanda's story is a testament to resilience, purpose, and the power of turning pain into a source of meaningful connection and service to others.Amanda is a native New Yorker who ended up in Colorado. She blends street smarts with tree hugging for a sensible and spiritual approach to love and loss. Award-winning author, motivational speaker, and podcaster, Amanda recently released her debut inspirational memoir, Trust Yourself to Be All In: Safe to Love and Let Go and she is the co-host of the Sol Rising Podcast.   Co-founder of the nonprofit organization, Castle Rock Clubhouse, a recovery clubhouse that serves as meeting space for various twelve-step programs, Amanda is passionate about sobriety, meditation, and spirituality. A lover of horses, drumming, running, vegan eating, and dancing, she also enjoys singing with abandon to loud rock music! 02:35 Introduction and Guest Welcome02:34 Amanda's Journey to Sobriety05:40 The Power of 12-Step Programs08:19 The Stigma and Beauty of Recovery02:47 The Epidemic of Low Self-Worth12:50 The Role of Society and Media16:17 Healing Through Therapy and Meditation27:11 Navigating Grief and Marriage Challenges33:14 The Good Griever Concept34:05 Trusting the Process of Life36:13 Coping with Loss and Emotional Security38:21 Emotional Abandonment and Childhood Trauma41:13 Self-Compassion and Personal Development44:51 The Importance of Connection46:38 The Journey to Self-Love59:33 Turning Pain into Purpose Connect with Amanda McKoy Flanagan:https://amandamckoyflanagan.com/https://instagram.com/amandamckoyflanaganhttps://facebook.com/trustyourselftobeallinhttps://twitter.com/amfauthorhttps://amandamckoyflanagan.com/bloghttps://www.instagram.com/solrisingpodcast/Let's Connect!The Beauty In The Messhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/676609323457906https://thebeautyinthemess.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-simms-mba-a061b96a/